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EMMA artists talks, give demos
September 10, 2015
Courtesy of CMAC “Cardinal” is a painted wood carving by Christine Townsend, this week’s EMMA artist featured at Compass Music & Arts Center. Sunday, Sept. 13 at 1 p.m. — BRANDON — The artists of the Rutland-based group EMMA (East Mountain Mentoring Artists) will conduct a series of artist talks, demos and classes to share their breadth…
GMC scholar in residence Sandra Postel delivers public talk on “A Thirsty World”
September 10, 2015
Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. — POULTNEY— The 2015 visiting scholar for Green Mountain College's Master’s of Science in Environmental Studies (MSES) and Master’s of Science in Resilient and Sustainable Communities (MRSC) programs is Sandra Postel, founder of the Global Water Policy Project. Postel will be on campus for an intensive four-day residency for GMC…
BarnArts opens “Jesse and the Bandit Queen” at Little Theater in Woodstock
September 10, 2015
Sept. 11-13 — WOODSTOCK — It’s the stuff of pulp fiction, the lore of the West, the romance of the outlaw and, best of all, it’s two talented young people from the Upper Valley riding to the challenges of bringing “Jesse and the Bandit Queen” to the Woodstock stage. BarnArts Center for the Arts is staging “Jesse…
Program explores historic physician, Dr. John Harlow
September 10, 2015
Sunday, Sept. 13 at 2 p.m. — CAVENDISH — There are probably few readers in our area that aren’t aware of Phineas Gage, the railroad foreman who on Sept. 13, 1848 had a tamping rod pass through his head as a result of a blasting accident, and lived for 12 more years. What people may know less…
Capitol Steps elect political humor on stage
September 10, 2015
Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. — RANDOLPH — Just in time, while the presidential nominating process heats up, the famed and hilarious political satire group Capitol Steps swings by Chandler for an evening of political merriment on Friday evening, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. The Capitol Steps began as a group of Senate staffers who set…
Un-earth your inner rhythm at Drum Journeys open house
September 10, 2015
Friday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. — RUTLAND — Come learn that “Yes, You Do!” at Drum Journeys of Earth’s open house on Friday, Sept. 11. This free event will be held at 7 p.m. in Rhythm Hall on the 2nd floor of Building 5 at the Howe Center, Rutland. There will be demonstrations of ethnic drumming…
Swing Noire invokes gypsy jazz at Tinmouth’s Old Firehouse
September 10, 2015
Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. — TINMOUTH — Call it what you may — gypsy jazz, hot swing, jazz manouche. In any case, Swing Noire invokes the energy of a swingin’ jazz club and transports audiences back to the early days of jazz with their unique take on hot swing. It’s a little different show for the…
Texas hold ‘em poker tournament to benefit Macy’s Parade-bound cheerleaders
September 10, 2015
Friday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. — NORTH CLARENDON — A Texas hold ‘em poker tournament will be held Friday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the North Clarendon Grange on 111 Moulton Avenue, North Clarendon. Proceeds will benefit two local cheerleaders, Brooke Bove, a Mill River 2015 graduate and Kelsey Goodell, a Mill River senior. These athletes…
Remembrance Ceremony honors emergency service personnel
September 10, 2015
Sunday, Sept. 13 at 2 p.m. — PITTSFORD — The Vermont Emergency Services Memorial committee invites the community to join in the 12th annual Remembrance Ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 2 p.m. The ceremony marks the construction completion. The monument stands as a tribute to those currently serving in the emergency services and to our lost…
Emma’s Ladybugs hold CF fundraiser at Sugar & Spice
September 10, 2015
Saturday, Sept. 12 at 4 p.m. — MENDON — On Saturday, Sept. 12, Sugar & Spice Restaurant and Emma’s Ladybugs will be hosting the 10th annual Family Fun Day to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation from 4 to 7 p.m. There will be a spaghetti dinner, live entertainment, raffles, silent auction, craft tables, and new this year…
BRAM to celebrate A Night at the Museum fundraiser
September 10, 2015
Saturday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. — LUDLOW — On Saturday, Sept. 12 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Black River Academy Museum (BRAM) will host A Night at the Museum. Wine, generous hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and live music will make for a festive evening. A rich array of silent auction items will be offered, including Okemo…
SculptFest2015 opens Sept. 12 at Carving Studio and Sculpture Center
September 10, 2015
Saturday, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m. — WEST RUTLAND — An exciting group of artists will present sculptural installations and performances for SculptFest2015 at the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in West Rutland. The opening reception for the annual exhibition is scheduled for 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12. Proposals were submitted in response to…
VINS honors members in appreciation day
September 10, 2015
Saturday, Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. — QUECHEE — Join all of VINS' longtime supporters who have shown dedication and commitment to VINS’ mission on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Events will include complimentary behind-the-scenes tours (two tours held at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.), a guided hike through our inspiring nature trails…
Help end Alzheimer’s
September 10, 2015
Saturday, Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. — On Saturday, July 25 Jamisyn Baker, Sophia Tedesco, Maguire Baker, and Jaryn Mazzariello-Peer had a lemonade stand to raise money for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Members of the Rutland City Fire Department stopped by to show their support and get some lemonade. The Rutland Walk to End Alzheimer’s…
Dog dock diving competition to benefit RCHS
September 10, 2015
Sunday, Sept. 13 at 12 p.m. — BOMOSEEN — The Rutland County Humane Society’s 8th Annual Dog Dock Diving competition will take place on Sunday, Sept. 13, from 12-3 p.m. at the Lake House Pub and Grill on Lake Bomoseen (Rte. 30). There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd longest jumps as well as biggest splash and most comical. There is…
