Courtesy Sherburne Killington Historians Howard Coffin Friday, April 19 at 1 p.m.—KILLINGTON—Howard Coffin, a seventh generation Vermonter and the author of four books on the Civil War with a focus on Vermont and the Champlain Corridor will visit the Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Sherburne Historians will  host the noted historian presenting "Vermont…

Courtesy yourplaceinvermont Carlos Ocasio of Frydaddy Saturday, April 20 at 7 p.m.—BELMONT— Get ready to kick up your heels and embrace the spirit of spring at the Spring Mud Fling , an old-style roadhouse dance hall jamboree with Frydaddy. The event is hosted by the Mount Holly Community Association (MHCA) and promises an evening of…

Saturday, April 20 at  11 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Killington Resort's  passholder appreciation day, which features a free BBQ lunch at K-1, will happen in conjunction with Dazed & Defrosted. Beast 365, Winter 23/24, and Midweek passholders will be eligible to receive the free lunch after presenting their pass to a guest services member. The resort will also be…

Courtesy martystuart.net Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives By Aaron Irons, Last Word Features Friday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—This Friday catch Country Music Hall of Famer, five-time Grammy-winner, and AMA Lifetime Achievement honoree Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives at the Paramount Theatre in downtown Rutland. They’re one of the greatest — perhaps the greatest — …

Saturday, April 13 at 11 a.m.—KILLINGTON—The pond skim event will be held slope side of K-1 Lodge at Killington Resort. The event is sold out but should make for a teriific viewing event. The event starts at 11 a.m. and awards will be awarded at 2 p.m. The annual event showcases costumed competitors who will…

Courtesy  vermontvisitingnurses Friday, April 12 at 8 a.m.—CASTLETON—VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) will hold training for those interested in becoming Hospice volunteers. The training will be held  at the Castleton Free Library, 638 Main St., Castleton, 8 a.m.-4 p.m..  Training is free and open to individuals 16 years of age and older.…

Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Roots the Restaurant, 55 Washington St., Rutland will host VSO Jukebox: The Sound of Science, which will features compositions inspired and informed by scientific principles. We marvel at the structure behind Bach’s counterpoint, see how one composer translates the concept of the red-shift (the evidence behind the ever-expanding universe) into…

Saturday, April 13 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Ari Shaffir will perform at Rutland's Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland.  Shaffir is an American standup comedian. In addition to his numerous appearances on the Joe Rogan podcast, he is best known for his last special, “Jew,” which has garnered almost 6 million views and was written up in…

By Karen Ranz I hadn’t realized that the baking phenomenon that is Dorie Greenspan — winner of five James Beard awards, over a dozen books published, an internet sensation with the spontaneous upstart of a "Tuesdays with Dorie" — co-authored "Baking with Julia," bonding being over both being home cooks. (Of course, Julia was trained in France,…

Killington hosted its annual mogul competition and springtime party on April 6 at Outer Limits on Bear Mountain. The top 32 men and 16 women competed in an amateur competition for the Mogul Challenge cup. Competitors aged 11 and under were eligible. The event was filled with excitement, anticipation, and joy from competitors and spectators.…

This Saturday is a show not to be missed, at the Pickle Barrel Nightclub. One of my favorite bands to see live, Remember Jones, will be making their return at 8 p.m. I’ve seen them twice now and I always want more. Saturday night will feature a 7-piece band for two sets of no  …

Saturday, April 13 at 9 a.m.—QUECHEE—Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS), 149 Natures Way, Quechee will host its owl festival  featuring live owls that range from Vermont’s forests to habitats all over the world and discover their life stories. Crafts inspired by owls, games to test your owl skills will be available to participants. This…

Ludlow Rotary Club hosts international exchange students at Okemo In early March international exchange students and their Rotary sponsors gathered for the weekend at Okemo Mountain Resort for snow sports and friendship. The students, who are studying in southern Vermont and New Hampshire for the school year, had a great time skiing, snowboarding and riding the…

Tuesday, April  9 at 4 p.m.—RUTLAND— After a successful business show last year, the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) will again host its business show. The show will serve as an opportunity to promote local businesses or organizations to potential new customers and make important connections within the Rutland County community.…

Saturday, April 6 at Noon—LUDLOW—The Snowmelt: The Slush Cup is the biggest event of the year at Okemo Ski Resort and is the highlight of the day, where participants test their skills on skis or snowboards to see if they can glide across the slushy pond or take a refreshing dip. Prizes await those who…