KILLINGTON—Killington Elementary School 6th graders visited places around town, and took nature photographs using various photography techniques, such as the rule of thirds and framing. This photography unit was part of an on-going project where students learned about and connected with their community. Students have their own web pages that promote the Killington Valley region and…

MIDDLEBURY—The Sheldon Museum is bursting with creativity and excitement this holiday season. Don’t miss the amazing operating train layout, miniature Christmas tree display, and two holiday exhibits. “Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You” is curated by the Sheldon’s archivist Eva Garcelon-Hart and Sheldon trustee and archives volunteer, Lucinda Cockrell, featuring classic Christmas images, antiques postcards, seasonal…

Last weekend (Dec. 14-16), I got the pleasure of covering the WinterWondergrass Festival at Stratton Mountain. The festival started in Colorado and is in it’s seventh year there, and also goes to Lake Tahoe. This was its first time on the East Coast. For a first-year festival I was impressed with the setup and layout…

Saturday, Dec. 22, 5 p.m.—SOUTH POMFRET—Tis the Season, A Holiday Evening will be held at ArtisTree Community Art Center on Saturday, Dec. 22 at 5 p.m. Bring the family for a “Small Works” closing reception at the gallery with cookies and hot cocoa. Afterwards, enjoy caroling over to the Grange Theatre for a holiday variety…

Saturday, Dec. 22, 5 p.m.—BROWNSVILLE—On Saturday, Dec. 22, from 5-7 p.m., youth and adult members of the Brownsville Community Church will stage for the community the church’s first live Nativity. This will take place outside of the church in Tribute Park. Beginning at 6 p.m., members of the Brownsville Community Church Choir will lead with…

By Alan Sculley Stratton Mountain will host the first East Coast WinterWonderGrass Festival, Dec. 14-16. The Infamous Stringdusters are headlining the festival, performing at the kick-off party on Dec. 13 at 9 p.m. and on Friday during the festival. The Infamous Stringdusters have been on tour pretty much non-stop since the start of 2017 and…

By Alan Sculley The band 98 Degrees will come to the Paramount Theatre on Monday, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $65-$85 at paramountvt.org. Nick Lachey has been television host, a reality television star, a dance contest competitor, an actor, a teen pop star (with 98 Degrees) and a music solo artist. Wearing many…

The Killington Pico Area Association presented its first member of the year award in history to Cliff Koch, the owner of the Deli at Killington Corners, during the annual Vermont Holiday Festival. Koch was chosen by the board and presented the award Thursday, Dec. 6. “He’s a longtime member of our organization who raised his…

MC—Christmastime is here. The presents are being purchased and wrapped. The stockings will soon be hung on the fireplace mantel. Mistletoe is pinned above the front entryway, and poinsettias add rich color to home decor. Tradition is integral come the holiday season. Throughout the month of December, traditions fill people’s days and comprise the many…

KILLINGTON—The Killington Pico Area Association hosted its 15th annual Vermont Holiday Festival, and continued many fun traditions and added new ones to build upon for years to come this past weekend, Dec. 7-8. The Vermont Holiday Festival, held at Killington Grand Hotel, spanned three days and included visits from Santa Claus, sleigh rides, a beautiful…

Dec. 13-16—STRATTON—Stratton Mountain will host the first East Coast WinterWonderGrass Festival, Dec. 14-16. Music, winter sports, craft beer, fresh eats, and family is what makes up the three days of the WinterWonderGrass Festival. With deep roots in Colorado, California and now Vermont, the event has established itself as a leader in the winter lifestyle culture…

Sunday, Dec. 16, 4 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—St. James Episcopal Church will present “A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols” on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 4 p.m. The choir of St. James, Woodstock, is proud to continue its annual tradition of presenting this special Christmas service on this, the 100th anniversary of its inception. In keeping with the…

Friday, Dec. 14, 3:30 p.m.—FAIR HAVEN—The Friends of the Fair Haven Free Library have been holding a raffle, which will conclude Dec. 14 with a drawing at the library at 3:30 p.m. The winner does not need to be in attendance at the time of the drawing. There are three prizes being raffled: two hand-made quilts…

Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—VINS offers at Winter Forest Fairy Hunt on Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The event is included with admission to the VINS Nature Center. Even in the winter, there is always something to see in the woods. Connect with the natural world by exploring the VINS trails and learning forest…

Saturday, Dec. 15, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The ninth annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the documentary “The Dawn Wall” on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Reservations are strongly recommended. In January 2015, American rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson…