By DJ Dave Hoffenberg Live music is what I missed most during the pandemic. Killington had a few places doing music but one had taken 15 months off, until now. One that people, including myself, have come to love seeing music at unfortunately had to take a break, until now. I am pleased to announce…

Friday, July 9 at 5 p.m. — BRANDON — To celebrate summer’s bounty, the Brandon Artists Guild (BAG) presents Feast for the Eyes — a new, all-member, all-media art show. The exhibit opens with a free reception on July 9 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and will run through Aug. 29. “Everyone’s hungry,” declared…

For the brave, adventurous and exceedingly hot By Brooke Geery Floating is a classic Vermont summer activity with many different vessels to choose from. A kayak or canoe will get you there faster and keep you drier, but as the mercury tops the charts, a simple rubber innertube is the best way out of the…

Thursday, July 8 at 7 p.m. — FAIR HAVEN — The Big Band sound of Enerjazz returns to Fair Haven’s Concerts in the Park on Thursday, July 8 at 7 p.m. This is the second in our series of eight summer concerts. This group has been a staple each year and always brings a crowd…

Explore eclectic string ensemble music during Homes & Gardens Tour Friday, July 9 at 6 p.m. — PITTSFORD — The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is pleased to announce a visit to Pittsford during its 2021 summer season, coming together for a musical garden party at the Pittsford Village Farm on July 9 at 6 p.m. This free performance is part of…

Saturday, July 10 and 11, 6 p.m. ­— WHITE RIVER JUNCTION — Vermont-based Loom Ensemble has gathered together local dancers and professional theatermakers to devise a dance-theater performance, to tour Vermont city parks this July, sponsored by Open Door Integrative Wellness of White River Junction. “Twenty Twenty / Twenty Twenty-One: Dance-Theater for Collective Liberation” invites…

Wednesday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m. — HARTFORD — Join us at Lyman Point Park for a concert in the park featuring Chad Hollister. Hartford’s summer concert series, held ever Wednesday evening, continues with Hollister’s acoustic rock. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this free concert. Hollister has opened for such greats as Bob…

July 8-11 — BRANDON — The 26th annual Basin Bluegrass Festival begins this Thursday evening in Brandon with a spaghetti supper followed by a country concert. The next three days will feature all day music by bands from up and down the East Coast. There will also be workshops for guitar, fiddle, bass, banjo, and…

Billings farm presents farm animal theme weeks through July and August WOODSTOCK —Beginning this week, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs, displays and explorations and a “themed” recipe. Meet the farm animal of the week with daily programs at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in July…

Wednesday, July 14, at 4 p.m. — VIRTUAL—Summer is here and one of the best and most enjoyable ways to tend to your well-being and the wellness of your family and friends is to get outside! Whether you’re looking to summit your first mountain, thru-hike the Long Trail or just visit the park next door,…

When the mercury rises, savvy cooks know lighter fare is the name of the game. Light recipes can be made even better by incorporating fresh produce that’s full of vitamins and minerals. It’s even possible to grow many of these foods right in your own backyard garden. “Baked Peppers With Rice Stuffing (Bajoques Farcides)” is…

By Bonnie Kirn Donahue, Extension Master Gardener, University of Vermont Like many things in nature, plants come in all shapes, sizes and growth tendencies. Some work best in an informal setting while others are ideal for a formal garden. Understanding the growth characteristics of plants can help you make the best choices for your garden aesthetic as…

By Brooke Geery It’s been 18 years since the Sound Barrier — Rutland’s last official skateboard shop — closed its doors on Center Street. That void has now been filled.  On Friday, June 25, members of the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR), state Senator Cheryl Hooker, and local skateboarders gathered to…

From breweries to bandstands, July performances feature something for all The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is pleased to announce its 2021 summer season, consisting of a series of 17 free, themed chamber concerts and two 25-piece orchestral performances, all held throughout July. After touring all of Vermont’s counties last summer for casual outdoor performances, the…

July 4 at 10 a.m. — WOODSTOCK — Celebrate Sunday, July 4th in Woodstock, rain or shine! Billings Farm & Museum’s Old Vermont Fourth Celebration, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will feature wagon rides, historic speeches, traditional music and games, an old-fashioned game of baseball, spelling bees, and more. Trail Break Taps & Tacos will be on site from…