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Beast Week celebrates the people behind the mountain at Killington and Pico

February 15, 2024
Courtesy Killington Resort With winter operations in full swing, it’s an exciting time to work at Killington Resort and Pico Mountain. Every department is churning at full steam to provide an incredible experience for guests. From Snow Sports to accounting to the Killington Grand Hotel and employee residences, the Beast is alive 24 hours a…

“Let’s Sing Taylor” Live Band Experience: A Tribute to the Music of Taylor Swift comes to Rutland

February 15, 2024
          Courtesy letssingtaylor.com   Saturday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Calling all Swifties! Get ready for an unforgettable night as “Let’s Sing Taylor” brings the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift to the Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland. This event promises the most faithful and lively covers of Taylor’s…

Rockin the Region with James Joel

February 15, 2024
After years in the making, James Joel is dropping his first single on Valentine’s Day. It’s appropriately titled “My Love.” You can get it on all the streaming platforms. You can watch videos of his songs on his Facebook page "James Joel," and his Instagram, "James Joel Music." He’ll be dropping singles every few weeks…

“UPDATE” — Changes to Winterfest Snow Carving Contest– Ice Sculpting and Chili Cook-Off

February 15, 2024
RUTLAND—Due to the mild weather impacting the region, Rutland Winterfest organizers regret to announce a change to another Winterfest activity, the Snow Carving Competition scheduled for Feb. 17 at Main St. Park.   However, longtime Winterfest Planner and Snow Carving Event Coordinator Russ Marsan has found a solution so that there can still be some beautiful…

Rutland Winterfest—FULL SCHEDULE—Feb. 16-25

February 8, 2024
UPDATE: Changes to Winterfest Snow Carving Contest– Ice Sculpting and Chili Cook-Off Due to the mild weather impacting the region, Rutland Winterfest organizers regret to announce a change to another Winterfest activity, the Snow Carving Competition scheduled for Feb. 17 at Main St. Park.   However, longtime Winterfest Planner and Snow Carving Event Coordinator Russ Marsan…

Unique presentation of Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s ‘Hammer & Glass’ at the Paramount

February 7, 2024
Courtesy Vermont Symphony orchestra The Vermont Symphony Orchestra will perform "VSO Jukebox: Hammer & Glass" at The Paramount Theatre on February 10 at 7 p.m., featuring two percussionists for an immersive musical experience. Feb. 10 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO)will present an extraordinary musical journey with "VSO Jukebox: Hammer & Glass."  This innovative…

Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre presents: ‘An Evening of Improvisation or Wing It’

February 7, 2024
Submitted Sat. Feb. 10 and Sun., Feb. 11—WEST RUTLAND—The Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre will host a return of its  popular show, “An Evening of Improvisation or Wing It”. The Valentine themed comedy show will be presented Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. The improv will be performed at the West…

Sherburne Memorial Library celebrates history of volunteer fire department

February 7, 2024
Firehouse sign, crafted by Killington founder Preston Smith, is on display along with video about its making By Karen D. Lorentz Saturday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. —KILLINGTON— While change often brings major improvements, it sometimes comes at the expense of losing a connection with the past and/or a sense of community.  That’s not the…

Weekend Festival to raise funds for Briggs Opera House 

February 7, 2024
Courtesy Barn Arts Sat., Feb. 10 and Sun., Feb. 11—WHITE RIVER JUNCTION—The Junction Dance Festival holds  its annual fundraiser  at the Briggs Opera House in White River Junction this weekend. The festival is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increase the visibility of the art of dance in the Upper Valley. For three years it has…

Cobra gymnasts shine in Saratoga’s Winterfest competition

February 7, 2024
The 49 member team of Cobra Gymnastics in Rutland, wrapped up a successful weekend in New York at the well- attended Saratoga Winterfest competition. The start of their season included traveled to Albany, New York, Saco, Maine, Williston and Essex, Vermont. The teams found success at all events; highlights include two first place team wins at…

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ presented at Barn Arts in Barnard

February 7, 2024
Courtesy Barn Arts Jack (Kevin Donohue) considers how to tell the truth to his beloved Gwendolen (Kyle Huck) and his ward Cecily (Dory Psomas). Fri., Feb. 9-Sat., Feb. 18—BARNARD—Barn Arts will present "The Importance of Being Earnest" at Barnard Town Hall, 115 North Road, in Barnard. The stage is set for laughter, love, and absurd…

Shred, sign and savor: “Party in the Peace Park’ with pro snowboarder Danny Davis

February 7, 2024
            Saturday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m.—KILLINGTON—There will be plenty to gear up for at Killington's Peace Park on Saturday, where legendary pro snowboarder Danny Davis will kick off the "Party in the Peace Park"  festivities in style. Join us for an epic celebration featuring smooth transitions, autographs, live music,…

Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept.’s Green Mountain Conservation Camp registration is open

January 31, 2024
Submitted If you are 12 to 14 years old and want to learn about Vermont’s wildlife and gain outdoor skills, consider attending one of the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept.’s Green Mountain Conservation Camps this summer. If you are a GMCC alum, 16 or younger, consider coming back for another summer. The one-week camp programs…

Visiting Nurse and Hospice employees donate and distribute books for youth throughout the community

January 31, 2024
Submitted Visiting Nurse and Hospice for Vermont and New Hampshire, a member of Dartmouth Health, collected more than 100 books for young readers as part of its annual gift collection. Pictured back row, l-r: VNH nurses Krysta Zabriskie, Stephanie Mozzer, Kimberly Rowntree, Missy Carpenter and Saryn Lauzon. Front row, l-r: Kayla Cawvey and Karen Pero.…

15th anniversary of the Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports hosts winter festival for blind, visually impaired

January 31, 2024
  Courtesy vermontadaptive.org Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports is hosting an event for visually impaired athletes at Pico Mountain, offering Alpine skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, riflery and more.  Saturday, Feb. 3 & Sunday, Feb. 4­—KILLINGTON— This weekend at Pico Mountain, Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports will host a special event for more than 20 athletes from…