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Author Jay Parini considers the history of Jesus
November 25, 2014
Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. — RUTLAND — Middlebury College professor and author Jay Parini will consider Jesus, a figure who has dominated our collective imagination and cultural iconography for twenty centuries, in a talk at Rutland Free Library on Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. His talk, “Jesus: The Human Face of God,” is part of…
Calling all Grateful Dead fans: Dark Star Orchestra performs a show at the Paramount, Wednesday
November 25, 2014
Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. — RUTLAND — The ultimate tribute to Grateful Dead, Dark Star Orchestra will perform a show at the Paramount Theatre Dark Star Orchestra has been delivering this to both old and new Grateful Dead fans since 1997, when a group of talented musicians came up with an original concept – to…
Okemo Mountain School Ski Swap
November 19, 2014
Nov. 21-23 Did you miss the Killington and Pico swaps? There’s one more! Here’s a great opportunity to purchase new and pre-owned ski and snowboard equipment, clothing and accessories at great prices! All proceeds benefit Okemo Mountain School. Sellers keep 75 percent of the selling price and OMS receives 25 percent. Sale runs in Okemo…
Loaded Turkey Rail Jam
November 19, 2014
Sunday, Nov. 23 It begins! Killington’s Loaded Turkey Rail Jam is back to kick off another great season of park competitions, serving up Thanksgiving dinner on the podium with a frozen turkey going out to the first place competitors and all the fixings going to second and third place. Registration starts 9 a.m.; competition starts…
ArtisTree holds musical events at new location in South Pomfret
November 19, 2014
Friday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — ArtisTree Community Arts Center in South Pomfret announces two upcoming events. On Friday, Nov. 21, they will host the local spotlight, “Songwriter’s Showcase,” from 7-9:30 p.m. Enjoy three local artist not to be missed! The concert will be indoors in the new performance space. Hosted by Jim Yeager,…
Billings Farm & Museum host documentary, “Undefeated”
November 19, 2014
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum, gateway to Vermont’s rural heritage, will host the film “Undefeated” on Saturday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. as part of the 5th Annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series. “Undefeated” isn’t a football movie; it’s a documentary about the Manassas Tigers’ football team, a severely underfunded…
Rutland Chamber presents Gift Show & Craft Fair
November 19, 2014
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 9 a.m. — RUTLAND — The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce is holding their Vermont Gift Show & Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 22 at the Franklin Conference Center in the Howe Center in Rutland, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This year’s Vermont Gift Show & Craft Fair will feature over 20 vendors offering…
Malice presents belly dancing event in West Rutland, Dancing Darkly
November 19, 2014
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. — WEST RUTLAND — Dancers from across Vermont and New England will be performing in this year’s Dancing Darkly event, on Saturday, Nov. 22 at the West Rutland Town Hall Theatre at 7 p.m. The doors will be open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets will be available at the door, $8…
John Funkhouser’s Quartet returns to Brandon Music
November 19, 2014
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — On Saturday, Nov. 22, Brandon Music welcomes back The John Funkhouser Quartet, a band of Musicians without Borders, at 7:30 p.m. With influences as wide ranging as Woody Guthrie, Thelonious Monk, Frank Zappa, Frederic Chopin, and Ravi Shankar, the Quartet “employs complex rhythms, deep soulful moments, rock and passion…
Chandler’s Holiday Market is open for the season, offering local, specialty food
November 19, 2014
RANDOLPH — Chandler Center for the Arts announces their Annual Artisans Holiday Market, open now and running through Dec. 23. Shop for special and unique holiday gifts from juried Vermont and New Hampshire artists, craftspeople, and specialty food producers. The works of more than 40 artisans and food producers represent the broad range of talent in…
Support local artisans with “The Giving of Art”
November 19, 2014
BRANDON — Enter into the spirit of the holiday season! Support your local creative community by shopping for the perfect gift at “The Art of Giving: The Giving of Art” holiday show at the Compass Music and Arts Center. Featuring the works of local artists, find an array of one-of-a-kind gifts. Select from fine art,…
Moonlight Madness
November 12, 2014
friday, nov. 14 Need an excuse to go shopping? Dine and shop until 9 p.m. in Downtown Rutland on Friday night, when participating retail stores will stay open late and feature specials. Grab some friends for dinner then get a start on your holiday shopping, before the crowds begin! For more info visit www.rutlanddowntown.com or…
Benefit Concert
November 12, 2014
sunday, nov. 16 • 4 p.m. Two Vermont-based Irish bands, one Vermont-based Irish pub, together for an evening of raising funds for an epic cause - Doctors Without Borders. Head to the Inn at Long Trail and enjoy the music of Extra Stout and Gypsy Reel for an afternoon concert benefiting the cause. A donation…
Catwalk for a Cause showcases retailer collections, fashion and hair
November 12, 2014
Sunday, Nov. 16 • 4 p.m. By Polly Lynn Sunday, Nov. 16 — RUTLAND — The second annual Catwalk for a Cause event has grown in leaps and bounds since the event first took to the Paramount Theatre stage last year, said event organizer Kelly Logan of Five Elements Salon and Day Spa. “Ticket sales are…
Patricia O’Callaghan joins Gryphon Trio for classical performance at Chandler
November 12, 2014
Friday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m. — RANDOLPH — Chandler Center for the Arts in Randolph brings an innovative performance to the Chandler stage on Friday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m., joining two of Canada’s leading musical forces: the highly acclaimed Gryphon Trio and opera/cabaret soprano Patricia O’Callaghan. Celebrating its 21st anniversary in 2014, Gryphon Trio has…