Saturday Jan. 25 at 8:30 a.m.—KILLINGTON— Join Olympic gold medalist and world champion Mogul skier Donna Weinbrecht and Killington Resort’s top female coaches for an unforgettable learning experience specifically designed for women. Donna Weinbrecht grew up in New Jersey where she co-founded her high school ski team, but it was at Killington where the “Jersey…

Strap on your snowshoes and join Komen New England for Snowshoe Vermont and New Hampshire! Gather your friends, co-workers, and family to form a team or register as an individual for your favorite winter event. When: Sunday, January 26, 2020 Where: Grafton Trails and Outdoor Center 783 Townshend Rd, Grafton Register & Donate: komennewengland.org/snowshoe 9…

Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 11 a.m.—CHESTER— The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce  is heading around the region to meet with members where they are to chat about issues to better serve the community. This also offers chamber members another opportunity to connect with each other. Join this inaugural gathering at The Karass Inn, located…

Thursday, Jan. 23 at 5:30 p.m.—BRIDGEWATER—The Vermont Agency of Agriculture will give a presentation on hemp in Vermont on Jan. 23 at the Bridgewater Grange Hall. Mike diTomasso, inspector and agriculture resources management specialist, will give a talk and be on hand to answer questions starting at 5:30 p.m.. Topics covered will include hemp inspections,…

Saturday Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Brandon Music is delighted to welcome Bloodroot Gap. Formed after a serendipitous jam session at a Vermont bluegrass festival, Bloodroot Gap is a musical collaboration between brothers Rob and Jim McCuen of Swing Noire (“Vermont’s favorite gypsy jazz ensemble” – Times Argus and Brandon Music audiences) and Freeman Corey of Catamount Crossing (“Vermont’s premier traditional bluegrass band”- Caledonian…

Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Wildlife veterinarian and former Green Mountain College instructor Basil Tangredi will share his knowledge of how birds evolved from dinosaurs to their present forms. This program is sponsored by Rutland County Audubon. All are welcome to attend at Grace Congregational Church, located at 8 Court St. in Rutland. This is…

Sunday, Jan. 26 at 1 p.m.—QUECHEE—Love birds? Love drawing and sketching? Overwhelmed by the idea of sketching something that moves? VINS has the class for you! Join this four-week class with instructor Sandy McDermott to develop basic knowledge of bird anatomy and hone your observation and drawing skills. Each session will be devoted to a different…

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…