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Artist Talk by Fran Bull at the Chaffee 

June 26, 2024
Thursday, June 27 at 5:30 p.m. - RUTLAND - Join us for nn artist talk by Fran Bull “Cherishing your Inner Worlds” at the Chaffee Art Center on Thursday, June 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  Free, but an RSVP is needed. Artist Fran Bull will delve into the many ways we can come…

Free concerts in the K-1 Base Area on Saturdays begin June 29

June 26, 2024
Saturday, June 29 at 3 p.m. - KILLINGTON – Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in Eastern North America and a POWDR company, today announces the 2024 Cooler in the Mountains Concert Series lineup.  The 10-week free concert series begins June 29 with singer-songwriter and multi-dimensional artist Ben Goldsmith and features top names from the regional and national…

The Rochester Chamber Music Society presents: Triton Brass

June 26, 2024
Sunday, June 30at 6 p.m. - ROCHESTER -  The Rochester Chamber Music Society presents Triton Brass, winners of the Fischoff Competition. The concert is presented free to the public in Rochester park in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the RCMS and promises to be an engaging performance. Triton Brass quintet will present music spanning…

Killington Music Festival celebrates 42 years

June 26, 2024
Saturday, June 29 at 7 p.m. - KILLINGTON - Now in its 42nd season of presenting fine chamber music the Killington Music Festival takes much pride, pleasure and excitement in announcing beautiful music is again live on the mountain and its concert schedule for 2024. On Saturday evenings from June 29 through July 20 the…

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June 26, 2024
WED 6/26 BARNARD6:30 p.m. Fable Farm – Shakespeare’s MacbethLUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line DancePOULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub - Open Mic with Danny LangQUECHEE6 p.m. Public House Pub – Chris Pallutto8 p.m. Center Street Alley – Full PA/Backline Open Mic hosted by Josh LaFaveSOUTH POMFRET6:30 p.m. Artistree – Sandiland & Vincent THURS…

‘Boo’ Al brings Texas roadhouse music to Vermont

June 19, 2024
By Adam Davis On a recent late spring mid-afternoon, I took in a performance by the latest troubadour to join the Rutland-area music scene. “Boo” Al Gilberti commands the center stage of downtown’s Depot Park, attracting patrons with the lure of a carnival barker to the weekly farmer’s market taking place nearby. Clad in a…

Rutland Rugby to host Keith Page Invitational to honor memory of beloved clubmate

June 19, 2024
The Rutland Rugby Club will host the Keith Page Invitational (KPI) rugby tournament on June 22 to honor the memory of longtime club member Keith “Moose” Page and raise funds for the Silver Towers Camp. The KPI tournament was renamed in 2014 to honor the late Keith “Moose” Page, a beloved club member who passed away in…

Musician Sammy Blanchette headlines Singo Fundraiser 

June 19, 2024
Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m. —LUDLOW—Jane McGarry  is hosting a special SINGO Night on Monday, June 24, at 7 p.m., to raise funds for the United Church of Ludlow’s “Ring Out Love” Capital Campaign. Ludlow musician Sammy Blanchette, a.k.a. Sammy B, will perform the songs live, adding a unique twist to a fun event…

Consider these 7 tips to beat the heat

June 19, 2024
Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid beverages that can dehydrate you, such as alcohol and caffeinated drinks. Keeping a bottle of water handy can help remind you to sip regularly. Wear Light Clothing: Opt for lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing. These choices help your body…

Strawberry Festival continues with the fun at classic summer tradition at Middletown Springs Historical Society

June 19, 2024
Sunday, June 23 at 2 p.m.—MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS—The 49th "Annual Strawberry Festival" continues a long summer tradition at the Middletown Springs Historical Society on Sunday, June 23, from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.  The festival includes a craft fair, live music, a new exhibit about Dana S. Carpenter (1863-1940) business entrepreneur and beloved citizen of Middletown Springs,…

Hartford/Lebanon Juneteenth Celebration Set for June 22 at Lyman Point Park

June 19, 2024
Saturday, June 22 at 2 p.m. —HARTFORD and LEBANON—The towns of Hartford, Vermont, and Lebanon, New Hampshire, are proud to announce the Hartford/Lebanon Juneteenth Celebration, taking place on Saturday, June 22, from 2-4 p.m. at Lyman Point Park. This family-friendly event, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, promises an afternoon…

the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) will once again host the Cavendish Village Ghost tour

June 19, 2024
Saturday, June 22 at 8 p.m. - CAVENDISH - In keeping with Midsummer Night’s Eve, the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) will once again host the Cavendish Village Ghost tour on Saturday, June 22. Meet at the former Cavendish Historical Society Museum, at 8 p.m., wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight.   Among the sites to…

Downhill mountain biking is in full gear at Killington Resort

June 19, 2024
By Victoria Gaither Mountain biking is more than just a sport, it’s a catalyst that brings people together, transforming strangers into a tight-knit community. On Saturday, June 1, a group of downhill bikers were taking a break from the trails in the Snowshoe parking lot. The group — hailing from Canada, Pennsylvania, and Saratoga Springs,…

Randolph Village celebrates International Make Music Day

June 19, 2024
Friday, June 21 at 10 a.m. - RANDOLPH – Randolph Village will celebrate International Make Music Day, a global annual event featuring free, live musical performances and events on the longest day of the year. This marks Randolph’s fifth Make Music Vermont celebration with a full day of free music programming for all. This year’s…

Something Wicked This Way Comes as BarnArts stages “Macbeth” outdoors at Fable Farm

June 19, 2024
Friday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. —BARNARD—BarnArts brings Shakespeare outdoors once again with “Macbeth,” directed by Killian White. This classic tragedy will be performed in the orchard of Fable Farm June 21-22, 26, 28-29 at 6:30 p.m. and June 23 & 30 at 4 p.m. Picnicking is encouraged, though outside alcohol is prohibited. Fable Farm’s…