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Five ways pets can make New Year’s resolutions stick
December 30, 2020
It’s that time of year again when many of us start making New Year’s resolutions. After a tumultuous 2020, it may be more imperative than ever to strive for physical, mental, and emotional balance. The good news is that there is someone who might be able to help you reach those goals who’s closer than you think: your dog or cat. That’s right, Fido…
Next Stage Arts offers virtual New Year’s Eve dinner and a show
December 30, 2020
Thursday, Dec. 31 at 6 p.m.—PUTNEY— Next Stage Arts Project invites the community to a free, virtual New Year’s Eve celebration on Dec. 31, 6 – 9 p.m. featuring performances from a variety of local musicians, puppeteers, poets, storytellers, business owners, and visual artists. Dinner will also be available for takeout, cooked in the…
‘Forevergreen: A Vermont Adventure in Music’ is underway
December 30, 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ePMrNhKZVQ&feature=emb_title Vermont Dept. of Tourism & Marketing presents a new music series to keep visitors and residents connected with live music and arts in the state. The Vermont Dept. of Tourism & Marketing (VDTM) is proud to present a five-part virtual concert series featuring local Vermont musicians, as well as regional and national acts who…
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing now open at Mountain Top Inn & Resort
December 30, 2020
Mountain Top Resort in the town of Chittenden is now open for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. You can also join them for a sleigh ride or enjoy a sleigh and dinner package. Their cross-country and snowshoe trails are pet-friendly, so the entire family can enjoy the wintery experience! Complete your active day by visiting the…
Duck with maple ginger orange sauce
December 30, 2020
Ingredients: 6lb Long Island duckling Salt and pepper 1 Tb butter 1 shallot, diced ¼ cup Runamok ginger infused maple syrup ¼ cup white wine vinegar 1 cup chicken broth ¼ cup orange juice 4 strips orange zest 1 tsp chopped rosemary Directions: Preheat the oven to 475. Check the duck for any innards or…
‘The Woman Who Loves Giraffes’ streaming, Dec. 31
December 30, 2020
A fascinating tale of science, gender and giraffe conservation Dec. 31 - Jan. 3—WOODSTOCK—Billings Farm & Museum’s 11th annual Woodstock Vermont film series features “The Woman Who Loves Giraffes,” a fascinating tale of science, gender and giraffe conservation. In 1956, four years before Jane Goodall ventured into the world of chimpanzees and seven years before Dian Fossey left to…
Hogenkamp’s third book available for preorder
December 30, 2020
By Brooke Geery Rutland-based author Peter Hogankamp announced the cover art for his latest book, “The Vatican Secret” as well as offering pre-orders of the title on his website. “The original title of the book was ‘Doubt,’ but the publisher decided to change it to match ‘The Vatican Conspiracy,’ he said. “I am still not sure…
Darkside Snowboards crew shreds the monolith
December 30, 2020
By Brooke Geery Sometime during the middle of December, a large metal monolith appeared on top of a mountain in Pittsfield. Like the other monoliths that have showed up in Utah, Romania and California recently, its appearance was a mystery. Then, late in the day on Wednesday, Dec. 23, it disappeared. Not, however, before some…
The best Covid-safe New Year’s Eve plans in and around Killington
December 30, 2020
By Brooke Geery If ever there was a year we were ready to have in the rearview it’s 2020. Thank goodness 2021 is almost here. While like most other things this year, celebrations will look different than ever before, that doesn’t mean you can’t eat, drink and be merry from a safe social distance. Sure,…
Vermont State Parks encourages public to celebrate the New Year with a first day hike
December 30, 2020
Start the new year on the right foot with a hike in a Vermont state park. On Jan. 1, 2021, Vermont State Parks is inviting everyone to celebrate the New Year by heading out on the trails at one of Vermont’s 55 state parks. Park entry is free on New Year’s Day (and all winter…
The Backroom offers to-go in the Snowshed parking lot
December 23, 2020
By Brooke Geery KILLINGTON— Pre-Covid, The Backroom was a “dinner party style” venue in Pittsfield, an intimate experience created by Chef Kevin Lasko and his wife Katie Stiles. However, in today’s socially-distant climate, the space became unsafe for guests. So for this winter, the couple pivoted, moving operations into a truck and offering a to-go…
Cluckin’ Cafe is open for business in Pittsford
December 23, 2020
By Brooke Geery For local fried chicken fans, there is a bright side to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Rollin’ Rooster food trucks have pumped out so much food for hungry Vermonters since the pandemic began in March, that owners Nicole and Scott Bower have expanded to multiple trucks, and now, a brick and mortar location…
Vermont Adaptive partners with multiple organizations to build inclusive mountain biking trails
December 23, 2020
Always at the forefront of ensuring Vermont’s great outdoors is accessible for all, Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, the nationally recognized non-profit that provides sports and recreation year-round for people with disabilities, continues to work closely with multiple organizations and groups in the state to build inclusive and to adapt existing mountain bike trails…
RJC offers Kosher Yankee cookbook for holiday gifting
December 23, 2020
You keep meaning to buy one... Now’s the time! The Rutland Jewish center’s Kosher Yankee Cookbook boasts nearly 600 of its members’ best recipes in a beautiful three-ring binder— grab one or a few for holiday gifts! Cookbooks are $22 each, and all proceeds support the RJC. Shipping is $5 per book, and you can…
Copies of Vermont’s 2021 Hunting & Trapping Guide and 2021 Fishing Guide are now available
December 23, 2020
2021 hunting, fishing, trapping licenses are available online Vermont hunting, fishing and trapping licenses for 2021 and license gift certificates are available at vtfishandwildlife.com. Proceeds go to manage wildlife and conserve habitat. “Our licenses for the New Year will be popular based on the increased interest we are seeing from people who want to enjoy…