Saturday, Jan. 7 at 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The 7th annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the award-winning documentary “Rams” on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 3 and 5 p.m. with HD projection and surround sound and complimentary refreshments. All films are open to the public and accessible to people with disabilities.…

Saturday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m.—LUDLOW—FOLA (Friends of Ludlow Auditorium) begins its 2017 movie series with the fun-oriented, animated tale “Ice Age 2” on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. in the Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium. “Ice Age: The Meltdown” (also known as “Ice Age 2: The Meltdown”) is a 2006 American computer-animated comedy adventure…

RUTLAND—When the new year approaches many folks hurriedly make those well intentioned resolutions like banning sweets from their diet or exercising more than once a week. Quitting tobacco is also a very popular and common New Year’s resolution, but can be difficult to do. The Tobacco Cessation Program from Rutland Regional’s Community Health Team is…

Sunday, Jan. 8 at 2 p.m.—POULTNEY—The Poultney Historical Society is launching Poultney Remembers, a series of weekend programs for 2017 featuring knowledgeable speakers sharing fresh perspectives on our area’s past. Programs will be held every other month in different buildings of historic interest around the town of Poultney to benefit these notable places. The series begins…

Jan. 2-13—KILLINGTON—Calling all college students! Killington College is filled with loads of activities both on and off the hill. The events officially started Jan. 2, and continue through Jan. 13 with parties on and off the hill. In addition, college students will receive discounts at restaurants, nightclubs and retail shops along the Killington access road.…

Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Rutland Garden Club invites the public to a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 1 p.m., featuring Dr. Wendy Sue Harper, a soil specialist and private consultant who taught for many years in UVM’s Soil Science and Ecological Agriculture Department. She also taught the Master Gardener course section on soils…

Saturday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Chandler Music Hall presents Celebrating Creativity in Mental Health, Wellness and Recovery on Saturday, Jan. 7, hosted by the Clara Martin Center in celebration of its 50th anniversary. This event will feature the talents of those who recognize mental health as an essential part of overall wellbeing via an art…

Wednesday, Dec. 28—KILLINGTON—Matchstick Productions will present a Killington screening of the ski film “Ruin and Rose” on Wednesday, Dec. 28 at the Killington Grand Hotel at Killington Resort. Check killington.com for more details, which were unavailable at press time. A surreal future leaves the world without water and consumed by sand: the big empty. A…

Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Shelburne Museum director Thomas Denenberg will explore the work of beloved painter “Grandma” Moses in a talk at the Rutland Free Library on Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 7 p.m. The event, “Grandma Moses: American Modern,” is part of the Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays lecture series and is free and…

Saturday, Dec. 31 at 5 p.m.—LUDLOW—Midnight arrives early at Okemo, for friends and family enjoying a variety of activities. Jackson Gore Village will host a Family New Year’s Eve party on Saturday, Dec. 31, 5-9 p.m. Following early evening ice skating, snow tubing, mountain coaster rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, party hat decorating, bingo games and…

Dec. 28-Jan. 1—WOODSTOCK—Discover the traditions of a late 19th century Vermont Christmas with a visit to the Billings Farm & Museum this holiday season. Christmas at the Billings Farm will continue Dec. 22-Jan. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tour the authentically decorated farmhouse, visit the dairy farm for interactive programs including “An Introduction to Milking” and…

Thursday & Friday, Dec. 29-30—KILLINGTON—Killington Resort offers two-day race camps with former Olympic athlete Chelsea Marshall, Dec. 29-30.  This is a unique opportunity that empowers kids by creating a positive, healthy environment on the mountain with instruction provided by high-energy and knowledgeable race staff. Chelsea Marshall grew up skiing at Killington Resort. She developed a…

Sunday, Jan. 1—VERMONT—Start the New Year on the right foot and get outside for a First Day Hike in a Vermont state park. Individuals and groups are invited to join one of several free, family-friendly hiking events taking place on Jan. 1 throughout the state in beautiful parks and forests. Professional guides and outdoor educators…

Sunday, Jan. 1—RUTLAND—The Rutland Recreation Department will offer Intro to Figure Skating starting Jan. 1 at Giorgetti Arena. The program is designed for those who are looking to sharpen and enhance their freestyle skills and is recommended for those who already have a solid foundation of figure skating. There will be 30-minute instruction time and…

Saturday, Dec. 31 at 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The 7th annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the award-winning documentary “Sing Street” on Saturday, Dec. 31 at 3 and 5 p.m. All films are open to the public and accessible to people with disabilities. Reservations are strongly recommended. Irish filmmaker John Carney’s…