Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—Cure your winter blues with a healthy dose of red-hot funk. Mild side effects may include ringing ears, achy feet and a full body bass thump. PopUp Social Club’s inaugural event hosts Funktapuss, a six-piece Boston-based groove factory that churns out smooth n’ sweaty New England style funk. Enjoy creative…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m.—KILLINGTON—The Ski Vermont Specialty Food Day tour visits Killington Resort with local Vermont food and beverage vendors. The tour showcases all the unique things that Vermont has to offer, right at the base of the mountains we love. Sample various sweets and treats and go home with some too! Ski Vermont welcomes…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m.—BRANDON—The Brandon American Legion ladies auxiliary post #55 is hosting an evening of food and dancing this weekend in honor of St. Valentine. The meal begins at 6:30 and includes  stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert and coffee. The dance party begins at 8 p.m. with the band…

Snowshoes, books and videos are available at Bailey Library  for your entertainment during these winter days. Some fun outdoor snowshoeing along the trails or even in your own backyard, followed by reading or watching a movie with a cup of warm cocoa is a treat for anyone. Snowshoes are available in adult and children’s sizes and…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 12 p.m.—SPRINGFIELD—All are invited to Gallery at the VAULT’s 10th Annual Chocolate Tasting on Feb.  8 from 12 until 4 p.m.. Visitors will be able to sample from a large assortment of fine chocolates and chocolate confection. Enjoy the beautiful and unique creations of Vermont artists and find the perfect gift for your…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 5 p.m.—SVT has a full moon hike planned at the Fairgrounds Trailhead in East Poultney, located off Town Farm Road. Join SVT Events Committee member, Ted Barnett, and Program Manager, Silvia Cassano, on this casual-paced, no drop hike to catch a glimpse of the February Snow Moon as it rises, and…

By Lee J. Kahrs BRANDON — Figuratively speaking, Lance Chicoine had a lot on his plate last May when he decided to close the venerable Cattails restaurant on Route 7 in Brandon. He also owns the Paddlers Pub on Lake Dunmore in Salisbury, and that same month took over operation of Tavern on the Tee…

Sunday, Feb. 9 at 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival (MNFF) has announced its Vermont statewide tour of the top films from its 5th annual festival this past August. Expanding from seven to eight cities and towns this year, the Vermont Tour will roll out across the state on the weekend of February 7-9, 2020,…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The 10th Annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at Billings Farm & Museum will feature the documentary film, “The Dog Doc” in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Reservations are strongly recommended. Directed by Cindy Meehl, “The Dog Doc” profiles a maverick veterinarian and his dedicated team of doctors who create…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m.—GRAFTON—The Nature Museum is thrilled to host author and climate change activist, Bill McKibben, for an evening of education and inspiration. This event has sliding scale tickets and will be held at the Grafton Community Church, with tickets available at The Nature Museum website and at the door. A former…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m.—Vermont PBS presents the third of four Mister Chris and Friends in Concert shows in a winter concert tour series supported by Let’s Grow Kids and ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain. Join the fun at Pentagle Arts in Woodstock at 12 p.m. It is a sensory-friendly, ASL-interpreted children’s concert with STEM-based activities…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON— Melissa D is a highly talented singer/ songwriter  with an amazing soulful and honey-smoked voice from the green rolling hills of rustic Vermont. Her music is relaxing with reflective lyrics which touch the soul of the listener. Melissa is  a classically trained vocalist and former rock front-woman for The Alley Katz and…

Sunday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.—PAWLET—The Pawlet Public Library invites the public to an information meeting to provide details about the proposed library building accessibility improvements that will be on the Town of Pawlet voting ballot on March 3. The meeting begins with a presentation by the Library Board of Trustees, explaining the need for…

Friday, Feb. 7 at 6 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Scrag Mountain Music’s musical storytelling for all ages returns to the Chandler Arts Center by popular demand!  This season’s program centers around the world premiere of Scrag co-Artistic Director and composer / double bassist Evan Premo’s “Thumbelina,” a musical setting of Hans Christian Andersen’s tale by the same name. Joining…

Friday, Feb. 7 at 5:30 p.m.—QUECHEE—Celebrate winter in Vermont! Explore the natural world as we hike the beautiful wooded trails at the VINS Nature Center and prowl for owls. Find out “hooo’s” out there making raucous noises in the nighttime forest and discover the secret life of New England’s nocturnal residents at the Owl Prowl…