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Woodlands workshop identifies invasive insect

February 21, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m.—WOODSTOCK— The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park will hold its next Working Woodlands Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Monitoring will be held at the Forest Center of the park, and is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome! Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) is…

The madness continues: groms take to the park for Mini Shred Madness

February 20, 2019
By Robin Alberti Groms take to the boxes at Killington in a previous Mini Shred Madness. See what the next round can do at Pico.

Film fest features a silent classic

February 20, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 23, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— Arguably Charlie Chaplin’s greatest film, “ City Lights ” will play on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. The film follows the misadventures of Chaplin’s Tramp, as he falls in love with a blind girl and develops a…

Kat Wright saxophonist joins Killington blues night

February 20, 2019
Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m.—KILLINGTON— One of Vermont’s most in-demand saxophonists, Jake Whitesell ,is making his way to The Foundry’s stage to jam out with Joey Leone for Monday Blues Night, Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Hailing from Potsdam, New York, Whitesell fell in love with music at an early age. He began studying clarinet…

Wonderfeet seeks last few teams for Lip Sync Battle

February 20, 2019
RUTLAND— Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum is pleased to bring back its Lip Sync Battle, Saturday, April 27 at 6 p.m. As audiences from the past two years can attest, the talent and creativity displayed on stage at The Paramount Theater during this live event is not to be missed. Teams of local residents will lift spirits and show…

Lose your blues … youth invited to audition for “ Footloose ”

February 20, 2019
Sunday, March 10—RANDOLPH— Chandler Center for the Arts announces auditions for its 21st annual summer youth musical: “ Footloose !” Auditions are scheduled for Sunday, March 10 for teen lead roles and Sunday, March 17 for elementary and teen chorus roles. Performances will be held on the main stage at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph on July…

Bring teddy bear for checkup at RRMC indoor event

February 20, 2019
Friday, Feb. 22, 4:30 p.m.—RUTLAND— On Friday, Feb. 22, the CVPS/Leahy Community Health Education Center at Rutland Regional Medical Center will be transformed into an indoor winter fun land. Families are invited to partake in a variety of free and fun activities from 4:30-7 p.m. Children can bring their teddy bears for a checkup at…

One band covers three cult classics: Pink Talking Fish

February 20, 2019
Thursday, Feb. 21, 9 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Pink Talking Fish is swimming its way to the Pickle Barrel stage for a night of music by many favorite bands. Catch them Thursday, Feb. 21 at 9 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m. Pink Talking Fish is a fusion blend band that brings together the deep emotions of Pink Floyd,…

Swimmer wades into Pickle

February 13, 2019
Thursday, Feb. 14, 8 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Self proclaimed “Rotten Roll” band, Swimmer, is set to perform at the Pickle Barrel Nightclub Thursday, Feb. 14. Doors open at 8 p.m for this Valentine’s Day show. Whether riding solo or in the relationship club, ditch the boring bouquet of flowers and chocolates this Valentine’s Day for some live…

Three bands to shake up the Wobbly during Prez week

February 13, 2019
Photo courtesy Wobbly Barn LauraLea & Tripp Fabulous

Maple Jam celebrates Valentine’s Day with a cappella love songs at Chandler

February 13, 2019
Photo courtesy Chandler Center for the Arts Maple Jam

Felix Brown Band brings good feels to Killington

February 13, 2019
Sunday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m.—KILLINGTON— The Felix Brown Band is ready to bring all the good energy to the Pickle Barrel stage Sunday, Feb. 17. This fun, upbeat, all-around-good-time show is not one to be missed. The creative six-piece group got together after realizing they all had a fiery passion for making people happy while…

‘ Love Your Library ’ comes to close with reception, open house

February 13, 2019
Friday, Feb. 15, 4 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— A closing reception with refreshments for the “ Love Your Library ” group art exhibit will be held on Friday, Feb. 15, 4-5:30 p.m. on the Mezzanine Gallery at Norman Williams Public Library (NWPL). The exhibit, which celebrates the beauty of Woodstock’s library, showcases work by Ivan Albright, Peggy Brightman,…

Billings Farm & Museum open daily during vacation weeks, Feb. 16-March 2

February 13, 2019
Feb. 16-March 2—WOODSTOCK— Billings Farm & Museum, offering programs and activities for all ages, is open for the upcoming vacation weeks, Feb. 16-March 2, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Visit the farm & museum and discover Vermont dairying and learn about the development of the Billings Farm, still one of the best Jersey farms in…

Vermont Film Series uncovers unusual tale of ‘ Three Identical Strangers ’

February 13, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 16, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— Tim Wardle’s amazing documentary, “ Three Identical Strangers ” has made national news for its tale of three young men who are reunited by astonishing coincidence after being born identical triplets, separated at birth, and adopted by three different families. This jaw-dropping story instantly became a global sensation, but the fairy tale…