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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

            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,…

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…

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.…

  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…

Saturday, Feb. 3 at 7 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—The Hard Mile Uphill Race starts at the bottom of Easy Mile (near the Woodstock Ski Runners Clubhouse). The finish line will be at the top of Easy Mile, adjacent to the ski patrol hut. Upon finishing at the top, participants can leisurely swap out their skins and free ski…

Submitted Stone Valley Arts new lineup of ballroom dance and Essentrics classes will be held this winter at the Green Mountain Community School campus in the Waldron Gym, 1 Brennan Circle, Poultney. Essentrics Stretch and Strengthen, taught by Diane Sullivan, a certified Level 4 Essentrics instructor, is a unique age reversing workout designed to restore…

  Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 3-4 at 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK —  Join young Vermont filmmaker Sierra Urichas she explores her identity by uncovering the lived experiences of her Iranian-born mother and grandmother in the film "Joonam."   The 2023 documentary is screening at Billings Farm & Museum, now in its 41st season, on Saturday, Feb. 3-Sunday Feb. 4 at 3…

Submitted Saturday, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m.—HARTLAND—Share an evening with your friends and family on the Hartland Winter Trails, 50 Route 12 (across from the fire station), Hartland, 3 Corners Village. Enjoy home baked goods from the volunteer Hartland bakers together with water, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and cider. Ski, snowshoe, or walk on 1.5…

This Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Pickle Barrel is going to be my favorite show of the year, and you get two great bands for the price of one. New Hampshire's own Roots of Creation will be opening up for themselves, so to speak. Their other band, Grateful Dub, is the headliner of the…