Courtesy BFM Guests enjoy Plymouth cheddar cheese samples during Billings Farm’s  Dairy Celebration. Saturday & Sunday, June 16-17—WOODSTOCK— Billings Farm & Museum, gateway to Vermont’s rural heritage, announces the 8th annual Cheese & Dairy Celebration on Saturday and Sunday, June 16-17 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate Vermont’s rich dairy heritage during this two-day event by meeting New England cheesemakers,…

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Friday and Saturday, June 15-16—RUTLAND— Rutland Youth Theatre presents “Honk! Jr. — A Musical Tale of The Ugly Duckling” on June 15 and 16 at the Paramount Theatre in Rutland. Produced by Saskia Hagen Groom and directed and choreographed by Tegan Waite, “Honk! Jr.” is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences…

Saturday, June 16, 1 p.m.—RUTLAND— Teams of Rutland County residents will gather at the Vermont State Fairgrounds on June 16 at 1 p.m. for an overnight relay against cancer. Relay For Life is a fun filled event that mobilizes communities throughout the country to celebrate survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), remember loved ones…

By Robin Alberti A group slowly begins its ascent in a hot air balloon during the Quechee festival. June 15-17—QUECHEE— The 39th Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival is set to take over the Quechee Village for its colorful festival taking place annually over Father’s Day weekend, June 15, 16 and 17. About…

June 12, 19, 26—KILLINGTON— There are a few simple ways to broadcast a business as bike friendly, making visitors more likely to stop in. The KPAA is pulling together the experts and sharing that knowledge with a free mini-series being held Tuesdays, June 12, 19, and 26 at 12:30 p.m. The event is free, but…

Thursday, June 14, 6 p.m.—RUTLAND— Enjoy some mid-week fun with Chaffee’s Thursday night Sip N’ Dip classes, starting June 14. Bring friends and a bottle of wine for an evening of painting, laughter, quality instruction, and a finished canvas by the end of the night. Get step-by-step guidance from one of the Chaffee Art Center’s…

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By Chandler Burgess, courtesy Killington Resort The inaugural Bike and Brew in 2017 at Killington Bike Park saw an action packed weekend, including riders performing stunts like this backflip.

[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="29" gal_title="Summer Break"] By Robin Alberti Students rejoice as celebrations and graduations mark the end of school.  

Saturday, June 2, 9 a.m.—GRANVILLE, N.Y.—Run or walk on a rail trail through the bucolic Washington County (N.Y.) countryside at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 2, at the ninth annual Rail Trail to the Footbridge 5K trail race in Granville. Events include a 5K race and Fun Walk, along with a 1K Kids’ Fun Run. The 5K is a…

Saturday, June 2, 2 p.m.—ORWELL—Come to the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell on Saturday, June 2, for a guided history walk from 2-3:30 p.m. This is one of many special walks and hikes across the country to celebrate National Trails Day. Mark Brownell, retired history teacher and board member of the Mount Independence Coalition, the site…

Tuesday, June 5, 6 p.m.—CAVENDISH—The Cavendish Energy Committee will sponsor a workshop on Tuesday, June 5 at 6 p.m. to be held in the Cavendish Town Office meeting room on how to create a pollinator-friendly habitat. The speakers will discuss, among other issues, how a solar array field can significantly help in the fight to…

Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m.—CHITTENDEN—Chittenden Public Library is excited to welcome Mr. Chris and Friends: A Family Music Event on Saturday, June 2 at 10 a.m. This summer, the reading program is all about Libraries That Rock and Chittenden is kicking things off with a morning of music with Chris Dorman, founder of Music for…

Thursday, May 31, 7 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The Sherburne Memorial Library will have some fun on Thursday, May 31 from 7-9 p.m. with Clued In at the Library. The evening will include hors d’oeuvres and wine served with an explanation of how to play the game. This is a “whodunit” in the style of the board game “Clue,” only without…