Friday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m.—QUECHEE— The VINS StarLab will feature an immersive experience to learn about moon phases and features. Then, an explanation of eclipses and explore the mythology of eclipses from cultures throughout history. Reservations for seating in the StarLab are required as space is limited. Tickets are $15.50 General public; $13.50 VINS…

The once-in-a-lifetime chance to view a total solar eclipse is April 8, but clouds and crowds are expected, too By Erin Petenko/VTDigger When experts and scientists are asked about their suggestions for how best to view the April 8 eclipse, many of them started off with the same piece of advice: “Don’t look directly at the…

Saturday, April 6 at 7 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Killington’s annual mogul competition and springtime party will heat up once again on Saturday, April 6  as amateur bumpers take to the slopes of Outer Limits to battle for a place in the finals. The top 32 men and 16 women will compete in a head-to-head competition for the Mogul…

Behind locked door the disciples gathered, for each one had feared for his own life. Jesus appeared to them saying, “Peace be with you,” bringing them joy out of strife. Thomas first doubted it was truly Jesus, who again appeared among them to abide. Knowing what Thomas wanted, Jesus said, “Believe; put your hand in…

Carol M. Highsmith Eccentric figures from the Bread and Puppet Theater ready to take the stage. Known for their unique performances and homemade bread offerings, the theater troupe brings its captivating entertainment to the heart of the community. Sunday, March 31 at 6 p.m.—RUTLAND—Get ready, Rutland. The acclaimed Bread & Puppet Theater is set to…

Saturday, March 30 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Mark your calendars, because Ace Frehley is coming to Rutland to light up the city with an epic night of classic rock 'n' roll. Ace Frehley's solo career has surpassed the success of his former KISS bandmates. His 2014 album, "Space Invader," made history as the only post-KISS solo album…

  Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—Discover the traditional craft of rug hooking at the Hooked on Owls workshop hosted by the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS), 149 Natures Way, Quechee. Led by experienced fiber artist Sandra Grant, this three-hour introductory class will teach participants the fundamental techniques of rug hooking…

Courtesy Josh Blue.com Josh Blue   Friday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—Comedian Josh Blue is coming to the Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland. After his groundbreaking win on Last Comic Standing in 2006, Josh Blue has risen through the ranks to become a well-established headliner at venues throughout the world. In 2018, Josh crushed…

'The most beautiful race in Vermont' Registration is now  open for "Race Around the Lake on Sunday May 19 at Silver Lake State Park, 250 North Road, Barnard. The  Race begins and ends at Silver Lake State Park, with courses encircling Silver Lake on town roads, dirt roads and single-track wooded trails with intermittent views…

  Saturday, March 30 at 9 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Killington Resort is excited to host Love Your Peaks, a breast cancer prevention event series & fundraising campaign organized by Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC). Love Your Peaks is a fundraising campaign in support of breast cancer awareness and prevention at resorts nationwide. Participants can head to Killington this…

Courtesy Killington Resort Catch the K-1 Gondola early in the morning for a sunrise at the peak, a non-denominational service and delicious breakfast offerings Sunday, March 31 at 5:30 a.m.—KILLINGTON—If you're one of the lucky ones who scored a ticket  before they sold out, you'll be enjoying a sold-out Sunrise Service from the top of…

Courtesy Killington Resort There are over a dozen local Easter egg hunts throughout the weekend. At Killington Resort, the Easter Bunny made a surprise early appearance; perhaps he'll be back for Sunday's events? Saturday 3/30 9 a.m.  Roadside Chapel: Easter 'Eggsperience': egg hunt and breakfast RUTLAND — The Roadside Chapel, 1680 Town Line Road, Rutland…

So many colors, Fading together in a big arc, ROY-G-BIV, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet. Twinkling in the sky, Shimmering and shining. So beautiful, After the rain, Like a big crystal in the sky. A rainbow, A gift to you.

Cover illustration by Simon Heath Reid Elsie and the Lynx was written and published by Dora Campbell.   To many rock fans, the British bands of the 1970s set the genre’s standards. For Rutland author Dora Campbell, the decade and its musicians inspired a romance novel, which is now available at Phoenix Books in Rutland,…

  Vermont’s Youth Art Month Celebrations are taking to the road in 2024 and bringing student art to all corners of our state in Vermont Welcome Center displays. This “ artistic journey” begins in art classrooms and students’ imaginations and ends with public exhibits from Georgia to Guilford in places that are familiar and accessible…