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Rev up for Antique Tractor Day 2024: A family-friendly farm adventure

July 31, 2024
Sunday, Aug. 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—Billings Farm & Museum, located at 69 Old River Rd., Woodstock, invites visitors to a day of farm-themed activities as restored antique tractors take center stage. Attendees can witness tractor parades, enjoy wagon rides, and participate in crafts and games. The event includes opportunities to learn about each tractor's history,…

The bloom of Sunflower House opens at Billings Farm & Museum

July 31, 2024
July 3-Sept. 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — The 6th annual Sunflower House at Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock has opened early due to favorable weather.  Curated by the Woodstock Inn & Resort’s Master gardener, Ben Pauly and Kelly Way Gardens Manager Taylor Hiers, this year’s Sunflower House, spanning 20,000 square feet will…

2024 Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl showcases Vermont and New Hampshire’s best football players in a classic showdown  

July 31, 2024
New Hampshire head coach Josh White from Sanborn High School will lead the New Hampshire team  against the  2024 Vermont  head coach  Matt Trombly from Hartford High School. This summer classic brings together some of the finest high school football players from New Hampshire and Vermont, where the real winners are the kids in the Shriners Hospitals for Children. …

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July 31, 2024
WED 7/31 BOMOSEEN6 p.m. Lakehouse Pub & Grille – Shakey Pines BRANDON6 p.m. Brandon Inn (Behind) – Music on the Riverbend with Jenni Johnson LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line Dance POULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub - Open Mic with Danny Lang PROCTORSVILLE6 p.m. Svec Memorial Green – Summer Concert Series with Rick…

The 2nd annual Vermont Film Festival returns to Woodstock this Thursday through Sunday

July 29, 2024
The 2nd annual Vermont Film Festival is happening this Thursday through Sunday and is packed full with something for everyone. Because they offer so much, the best deal is the all-access $100 pass. That gets you all three days of films, the welcoming party at Ramunto's Brick and Brew of Bridgewater with comedic shorts upstairs…

Mountain bike festival unveils exciting activities and events

July 24, 2024
Friday, July 26—ASCUTNEY—The premier mountain bike festival returns this weekend to Ascutney, offering an array of activities including bike demos, guided rides, skills clinics, live music, and more. This year's event promises a mix of new and revamped trails for all skill levels, ensuring every participant can explore something new. E-bike enthusiasts are invited to…

Poetry Picnic at Rotary Park, Rutland features the Paper Poet Bianca Z

July 24, 2024
July 26, 2024, 6-8 p.m.—RUTLAND—Join Come Alive Outside for an evening of snacks and poetry at Rotary Park, 142 North Main St., Rutland. This free event, part of the NatureRx programming, features the Paper Poet Bianca Zanella, who will lead attendees through poetry writing exercises and readings. Although there is no charge for participation, RSVPs…

Vermont cheeses win 34 ribbons in international competition

July 24, 2024
Vermont took home 34 individual ribbons at the American Cheese Society‘s (ACS’s) National Judging and Competition event this year, including 10 first place positions, 14 second place positions, and 10 third place positions.  Winners were announced at the American Cheese Society‘s annual conference, held in Buffalo, New York, July 10-13. The competition is the most…

The Killington Wine Festival photo gallery

July 24, 2024
The 23rd annual Killington Wine Festival, held on July 19-20, celebrated exquisite wines against the stunning backdrop of Vermont’s Green Mountains. The event began with the elegant Estate Gala on Friday evening at the Peak Lodge at Killington Resort, where guests sampled exclusive estate and reserve wines while enjoying live music by the Summit Pond…

Grand Reopening of Kingsley Covered Bridge

July 24, 2024
Thursday, July 25 from 5-7 p.m._CLARENDON—The grand reopening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Kingsley Covered Bridge will take place on Thursday. The event will be held at the Kingsley Historic District, adjacent to the bridge on East Street Extension, Clarendon. The celebration will feature a cookout, non-alcoholic beverages, and friendly conversation, organized by local neighbors,…

In Vermont vineyards, grape growers take a healing tack

July 24, 2024
By Kate Kampner/Community News Service Editor’s note: The Community News Service is a program in which University of Vermont students work with professional editors to provide content for local news outlets at no cost. Kendra Knapik fell in love in grad school. In love with her future husband and with wine. But it was only after…

The Brandon carnival returns with four days of family fun and entertainment 

July 24, 2024
Thursday July, 25-Sunday, July 28—BRANDON—The Brandon Carnival will take place from Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28 at Estabrook Field, Route 7, Brandon. This family-friendly event will feature rides such as the Zipper and the Tilt-A-Whirl, games, music, vendors, and top-notch entertainment. Festivities kick off Thursday at 5 p.m., with the evening highlight being…

Friday Night Live kicks off with Captain Mike and the Shipwrecked and Rutland’s best shopping and entertainment

July 24, 2024
July 26, 2024, 5 p.m.—RUTLAND—Rutland’s favorite concert series returns this summer with free performances in downtown! Friday Night Live 2024 kicks off on July 26 with Captain Mike and The Shipwrecked, followed by Zach Nugent’s Dead Set on Aug. 16, and Foreigners Journey on September 6. The series takes place on Center Street and Merchants…

The 2nd annual Vermont Film Festival returns to Woodstock this Thursday through Sunday

July 24, 2024
The 2nd annual Vermont Film Festival is happening this Thursday through Sunday and is packed full with something for everyone. Because they offer so much, the best deal is the all-access $100 pass. That gets you all three days of films, the welcoming party at Ramunto's Brick and Brew of Bridgewater with comedic shorts upstairs…

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July 24, 2024
WED 7/24 BOMOSEEN6 p.m. Lakehouse Pub & Grille – Shakey PinesBRANDON6 p.m. Brandon Inn (Behind) – Music on the Riverbend with EnerjazzLUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line DancePOULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub - Open Mic with Danny LangPROCTORSVILLE6 p.m. Svec Memorial Green – Summer Concert Series with East Bay Jazz EnsembleQUECHEE6 p.m. Public…