Saturday & Sunday, March 23-24— Vermont leads the nation by a commanding margin as the top maple producing state. Total U.S. maple syrup production in 2018 was 4.1 million gallons, with Vermont’s contribution accounting for more than 1.9 million of those gallons. In the spirit of friendly competition (‘tis the season of March Madness after…

Saturday & Sunday, March 23-24—POULTNEY— Poultney’s annual Maplefest celebration will be held Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24 all around town. Local sugarhouses will be open both days, and many events will be held on Saturday, including the Maplefest Craft & Food Fair and the annual 5K Fun Run. New events were added this year…

Photo courtesy Karr Group Hayley Jane and the Primates

March 21-23—WALLINGFORD— The Sparkle Barn is pleased to announce An Evening of Provocative Theater March 21, 22, and 23, two one-act plays by Stacy Harshman: “The Portraits of Vivian” and “Ghosting and the Sex Pillow.” Come enjoy a fun, bawdy and thought-provoking evening of theatre directed by Mikki Lane. “The Portraits of Vivian” is a fun romp…

Thursday & Friday, March 21-22—WOODSTOCK— When Vince O’Connell and Kathy Swanson sold their sports clothing business in Northampton, Massachusetts, they retired to Craftsbury Common so they could cross-country ski from November through April. Then they learned filmmaking and have released their first feature, the award-winning “Farmer of the Year.” “Farmer of the Year” will screen…

Thursday, March 21—RUTLAND— Mark your calendars for the 13th annual Soup Bowls for Hunger, being held Thursday, March 21 at the Rutland High School Cafeteria. Enjoy a bowl of soup, crackers, roll, dessert, and beverage and choose a handcrafted bowl to take home. The handcrafted bowls are being made by local school students and professional potters.…

Thursday, March 14, 8 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The definitive Allman Brothers Band tribute group, Live at the Fillmore is coming to the Pickle Barrel Nightclub for an all night mountain jam, Thursday, March 14. Doors open at 8 p.m. for the 21-plus only show. Inspired by the American rock band, Allman Brothers Band, Live at the Fillmore takes…

Saturday, March 16, 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—Kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend by running or walking in the sixth annual Shiver Me Shamrocks St. Patty’s Day 5K Run/Walk on March 16, at 1p.m. to benefit Come Alive Outside. The first 250 registered runners/walkers will receive a free nordic hat. Every registered runner and walker will receive a drink ticket…

Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—VINS Nature Center holds two very different events on Saturday, March 16, during its normal hours of 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Discover stupendous snakes at the nature center! Get up close and personal with this often under-appreciated reptile, and learn about their fascinating lifestyle. Watch as VINS’ snakes are fed one of…

Friday, March 15, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Enjoy the groove and good humor of Durham County Poets at Brandon Music, Friday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. Hailing from Ormstown, Quebec, and the surrounding Chateauguay Valley, the five seasoned musicians, all songwriters, work together individually and collaboratively in composing their music. Delving into a variety of styles and genres,…

Saturday, March 16, 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH – Internationally acclaimed fiddlers and step-dance sensations Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy will return to the Chandler Center for the Arts for a spirited celebration of St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, March 16, at 7:30 p.m. MacMaster and Leahy continue to bring fans throughout the world on a musical and…

Sunday, March 17, 1 p.m.—MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS—Maple lore and demonstrations, sweet treats from local kitchens, a raffle and a silent auction featuring local artists and craftspersons, merchants, and professionals highlight the 31st annual Maple Festival of the Middletown Springs Historical Society on Sunday, March 17 from 1-4 p.m. The event will feature a demonstration of early…

Tuesday, March 19, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—On Tuesday, March 19, Rutland County Audubon Society member Lee Allen talks about wilderness in Vermont following the Eastern Wilderness Act of 1975, in particular the Lye Brook Wilderness. Hear Allen at 7 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church, in Fellowship Hall. One hundred years ago the Lye Brook area hosted numerous…

Sunday, March 17, 3 p.m.—WEST RUTLAND—The tenth annual West Rutland Variety Show will showcase local talent to raise money for the Rutland Meals Challenge. It is being held Sunday, March 17 at 3 p.m., at the West Rutland Town Hall. Tom Leypoldt, executive director of PEG-TV, and Terry Jaye of WJJR will serve as the masters of…

Follow the law to avoid fines of $1,000 Vermont state law requires that ice fishing shanties be removed from the ice before the ice weakens, according the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. The shanty must be removed before the ice becomes unsafe or loses its ability to support the shanty out of the water, or…