Thursday, Jan. 23 at 8 a.m.—WEST RUTLAND—The Rutland Audubon Society invites all to join the West Rutland marsh monitoring walk. Go for the full 3.7 mile loop in this National Audubon IBA (Important Bird Area), or go halfway. Kids, new birders and non-members always welcome! Grow your birding skills with our friendly and accomplished bird…

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 9 a.m.—KILLINGTON— All day Saturday the public can try out Killington’s new pilates studio while helping out local animals in need. Simply bring in a small bag of dog/cat food to donate to the local humane society as payment and enjoy a 30-minute Reformer session for free. Available in private or a…

Painting on the rocks returns Saturday, Jan. 18 at 5 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—  Billings Farm and Museum’s Artist-in-Residence, Kristina Rodanas, will lead two painting workshops in January at Billings Farm, one on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 5-7 p.m. and one on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 2-4 p.m. Participants at either workshop will receive instructions and materials to…

Monday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m.—Ever wanted to grow your own fungi? Here’s your chance to learn. The Rutland Chapter of the UVM Extension Master Gardeners is happy to welcome Heather Ewing from the Champlain Valley Mushroom Farm to talk about growing mushrooms. This is a free presentation at the Godnick Center, located at 1…

Monday, Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m.—FAIR HAVEN— The Fair Haven Historical Society is holding its annual meeting at the Fair Haven Free Library. In addition to the meeting, the society is hosting a visit from Fair Haven author, Marty Irons. Irons recently returned from Hawaii where he took part in an event commemorating the Dec.…

Monday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Your donation could save a life. The Killington community is asked to donate in the conference room of the Killington Grand Resort Hotel on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. As a bonus, everyone who donates blood will be…

Vermont Law School honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Tuesday Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 12:45 p.m.—SOUTH ROYALTON — Vermont Law School’s Office of Student Affairs and Diversity presents a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration entitled “Out of the Mountain of Despair, A Stone of Hope” from 12:45 to 2 p.m. in the Chase Community…

Sunday, Jan. 19 at 12 p.m.—RUTLAND— Jump, jump, jump up and down! It’s Mister Chris and Friends in Concert! Sing and dance along as Mister Chris and his band of special friends perform new and familiar songs, including favorites from the popular Vermont PBS music series for kiddos at the Paramount Theatre. In addition to…

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 12 p.m.—CASTLETON—Women have a chance to finish what they started three years ago and are going to do so in Southern Vermont! The 4th annual Women’s March Vermont will take place on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 12-3 p.m., at Castleton University’s Casella Theater, 45 Alumni Drive in Castleton, in solidarity with hundreds of sister…

Sunday, Jan. 19 at 11:30 a.m.—RUTLAND—The Rutland Bridal Show is the longest continuously running bridal show in Vermont! Everyone comes out for this one. Most engagements happen from Thanksgiving to Valentine’s Day. Couples say that they get engaged over the holidays because they plan to spend time with family and want to share their exciting…

Saturday, Jan. 18th at 12:55 p.m.—RUTLAND— The Paramount Theatre is hosting an encore performance of the Metropolitan Opera performance, “Wozzeck.” Berg’s 20th-century shocker stars baritone Peter Mattei in the title role, with Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium and soprano Elza van den Heever as the long-suffering Marie. Groundbreaking visual artist and director William Kentridge…

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—It’s time for the VINS annual Winter Wildlife Celebration! This event is a day to celebrate the wildlife of winter. Enjoy family activities throughout the day. In the morning, join interactive guided tours and talks from our knowledgeable VINS educators, then spend the afternoon enjoying games, crafts and activities that challenge…

Saturday, Jan. 18—VERMONT—The Vermont High School bowling tournament is underway, with 11 teams from across the state vying for the title. After two weeks, Windsor leads the standings with 24 points, Randolph is in seconds with 22 points and S. Burlington is third with 21 points. The top 3 individual bowlers are Howard Stockwell of…

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 9 a.m.—BRANDON—Seeking out winter regulars and rarities in the Champlain Valley has become an annual winter tradition for Rutland County Audubon. All are invited to join as they look for winter visitors along Lake Champlain and neighboring farm fields. To attend, meet at Otter Valley Union High School parking lot, 2997…

Saturday,  Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Richard Ruane and Beth Duquette are a Vermont-based acoustic duo performing original music that is steeped in tradition, but of its own time. They are known for their strong, imaginative vocals and harmonies, often compared to classic sibling harmony duos. Some of their original songs hark back to traditional ballads…