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77 Gallery opens new exhibit, ‘Aimless Pilgrimage’

November 8, 2018
By Danielle Klebes “Aimless Pilgrimage II” is one of Danielle Klebes’ oil paintings on display at Rutland’s 77 Gallery. Sunday, Nov. 11, 2 p.m.—RUTLAND— Danielle Klebes, oil painter from North Adams, Massachusetts, brings her recent body of work, “Aimless Pilgrimage,” to 77 Gallery with an opening reception to be held on Sunday, Nov. 11,2-4 p.m.,…

CSJ to screen documentary, ‘The Destruction of Memory’

November 8, 2018
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND— College of St. Joseph will present a scree documentary, “The Destruction of Memory” on Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Tuttle Hall Theater. “The Destruction of Memory” is an award-winning documentary by Tim Slade that explores the ongoing war on culture and the heroism of individuals fighting to save it.…

Brandon Congregational Church holds dinner, silent auction to benefit building fund

November 8, 2018
Saturday, Nov. 10, 5 p.m.—BRANDON— The Brandon Congregational Church will be holding a harvest dinner and silent auction on Saturday, Nov. 10 in Fellowship Hall from 5-7 p.m. A variety of seasonal foods, side dishes and desserts will be served along with a homemade dessert. A free will offering will be taken. These dinners are always…

Become a better birder in Working Woodlands Workshop

November 8, 2018
Saturday, Nov. 10, 8:30 a.m.—WOODSTOCK— 2018 is the Year of the Bird, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. In recognition of this milestone, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is teaming up with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies to help people become better birders on Saturday, Nov. 10, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Join for a…

Help Stuff-A-Bus feed local families

November 8, 2018
Nov. 8-10—RUTLAND— The annual Stuff-A-Bus food drive is Nov. 8, 9 and 10. Bring items to the buses parked at Price Chopper and Hannaford in Rutland and help stuff the buses. The bus at Price Chopper will be there for donation collection Thursday and Friday between 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Saturday between 6 a.m. and 12-noon.…

Women’s Club hosts holiday boutique fundraiser

November 8, 2018
Friday, Nov. 9, 4:30 p.m.—KILLINGTON— The Greater Killington Women’s Club (GKWC) is sponsoring its second annual Nibbles, Bobbles & Bits Boutique Evening Fundraiser at the Summit Lodge in Killington on Friday, Nov. 9. This event is a pre-holiday shopping and social soiree with a variety of local micro vendors. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for attendees…

Housing Trust of Rutland County goes mad for plaid at Flannel Formal

November 8, 2018
Friday, Nov. 9, 6 p.m.—RUTLAND— The Housing Trust of Rutland County (HTRC) will raise the roof at the Flannel Formal, a flannel-filled event hosted at Southside Steakhouse on Friday, Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. This casual-dress event will feature a karaoke contest with cash prizes, a mac n’ cheese bar, sliders, and a down-home pie…

David Zuckerman leads discussion of ‘SEED’ documentary in Rochester

November 8, 2018
Thursday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m.—ROCHESTER— The next feature in the Rochester Public Library documentary series is “SEED: The Untold Story” on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, himself a working farmer, will lead the discussion of this award winning film. “SEED: The Untold Story” follows passionate seed keepers protecting a 12,000 year-old food…

Business assistance offered to veterans

November 8, 2018
Thursday, Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m.—RANDOLPH— The Small Business Administration is hosting a free small business workshop for veterans from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Langevin House, 607 Furnace St., Randolph Center. With approximately 22 million veterans in America and 250,000 service members transitioning from the military annually, the SBA is focused on…

Paramount’s packed with entertainment this week

November 8, 2018
Courtesy Paramount Theatre Tusk, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band Nov. 8-13—RUTLAND— The Paramount Theatre is packed with events this week, with five options for theatergoers. Thursday, Nov. 8 Rescheduled due to an illness back in September, the legendary Temptations will perform a show on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 8 p.m. With over 40 years of…

Co-authors host story time in Rutland

November 2, 2018
Saturday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m.—RUTLAND—On Saturday, Nov. 3 at 11 a.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host a story time with Robert Broder and Jenn Kocsmiersky, featuring their new book, “Paul and His Ukulele.” About the book: Not all who wander are lost; sometimes they’re just searching for a new song. Paul was given a present. “A guitar?”…

Vermont Film Series goes behind the scenes with Mr. Rogers

November 2, 2018
Saturday, Nov. 3, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The ninth annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature Morgan Neville’s acclaimed documentary, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” on Saturday, Nov. 3, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Reservations are strongly recommended. Neville paints a detailed and emotional portrait of Mister…

ARC Rutland Area’s Pampered Chef Bingo and Basket Raffle

November 1, 2018
Friday, Nov. 2, 5 p.m.—RUTLAND—ARC Rutland Area will be holding its annual Janet Wetherby Pampered Chef Bingo and Basket Raffle, Friday, Nov. 2, from 5-9 p.m. at the American Legion in Rutland. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Included in the cost of the ticket are five free…

RASTA holds sixth annual forum highlighting backcountry skiing, riding

October 30, 2018
Thursday, Nov. 1, 4:30 p.m.—ROCHESTER—The sixth annual Vermont Backcountry Forum is being held Thursday, Nov. 1 in Rochester, and will be bigger and better than ever! Join Catamount Trail Association (CTA) and the Rochester Area Sports Trails Alliance (RASTA) for an evening of fun focused on backcountry skiing and riding in Vermont, with a new feature – a film…

Halloween parade takes to the streets of Rutland in 59th year

October 27, 2018
Saturday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—Head downtown for one of Rutland’s signature events of the year – the Halloween parade, celebrating its 59th year. The parade will be held Saturday, Oct. 27. Line up begins at 5:30 p.m. and the parade starts at 6:30 p.m. The theme is Halloween, so it’s sure to be filled with…