Saturday, Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. — RUTLAND — Emmy and Grammy-nominated comedian Craig Ferguson brings his sharp wit and signature storytelling to the Paramount Theatre stage.  Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Ferguson began his journey in entertainment as a punk band drummer before transitioning to comedy and acting. He made a name for himself in…

Satirical horror is back in a big way with “The Substance” Those lamenting the death of cinema need only know where to look for its rebirth. In the 1960s, when Hollywood lost touch with the tastes of a changing audience, filmgoers searching for the daring, the new, and the fresh turned their eyes to international…

Friday-Sunday, Oct. 25-27—BARNARD — $18-25. BarnArts kicks off its production of Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein” at Barnard Town Hall this weekend. Running through Nov. 3, this adaptation of the classic 1973 film promises an evening of laughter and spooky fun, perfect for Halloween. Directed by BarnArts Executive Director Linda Treash, this production, based on Brooks’…

Roughly 75 people relived Killington’s 1970s glory days, turning back the hands of time last Saturday, Oct. 19, at Charity’s 1887 Saloon.  "It was a joyous afternoon filled with getting reacquainted, reminiscing, and just plain fun at this skiers’ reunion," said Jack Oliver who helped organize the event.  The event was held at Charity’s 1887…

Pre-register by Oct. 28—PITTSFORD—Get ready to lace up your sneakers for a great cause! The annual Turkey Trot Fun Run takes place at Pittsford Village Farm on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The event raises funds to support Pittsford Christmas For Kids, providing gifts and holiday joy to families in need. This rain-or-shine…

Saturday, Oct. 26, from noon to 7 p.m. —WALLINGFORD—Celebrate The Wallingford Village Market and Mamma’s at the Market’s joint grand opening this Saturday. The event, held at the Village Market’s location on Main Street, just south of the intersection of Routes 7 and 140, announces the joining of two local establishments. Attendees can enjoy food…

Charmaine N. Willis, a native of Killington and political science scholar, recently published “Trading with Pariahs: Trade Networks and the Failure of Economic Sanctions.” This new book, co-authored with Keith A. Preble, examines the effectiveness of economic sanctions, particularly its impact on countries considered international “pariah states” due to their violations of international norms. In…

By James Kent Perhaps all of the recent construction in Killington is to blame for stirring up nearby spooky spirits because this past weekend, more than a few of these seasonal haunters had taken up residence in the basement of the Killington Welcome Center.  The frights began last Thursday, Oct. 17, when the spirits leaned…

Saturday, Oct. 26 at 9 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The Wobbly Barn Nightclub will open its doors for its annual Halloween party, with proceeds going to support Killington Fire & Rescue. This year, the event requires purchasing advanced tickets to ensure smoother entry and to prevent turning people away at the door. Burlington’s DJ Stevie B will kick off…

Sunday, Oct. 27, Noon-4 p.m. — NORWICH — Stop by Honey Field Farm, for a family-friendly Honey Field Halloween event. Activities include a kid’s haunted house with sections for all ages, face painting, pumpkin painting, and spooky crafts at DIY stations. Classic Halloween games will provide entertainment, while trick-or-treating will occur from 12:30-2 p.m. The…

RUTLAND — Just in time for Halloween, the Mystery Jack O’ Lantern contest is back for another year of fun! A tradition of the Rutland Halloween Parade, this contest keeps participants guessing until the big reveal at the parade’s finale. Rutland residents of all ages are invited to solve the riddle and submit their guesses…

If visitors need additional evidence that our region is a wonderful place to raise a family, they need look no further than these photos from the second annual Truck-or-Treat event on held Sunday, Oct. 20, to benefit Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum.  Organizers, including Wonderfeet Kids Museum’s founder and Board Vice President Paul Gallo, emphasized that beyond…

The biggest Halloween events across the region take place this weekend, the most famous and well-attended of which is Rutland’s Halloween Parade, Saturday, Oct. 26, starting at 6:30 p.m. It’s one of the largest and longest running Halloween parades in the U.S., this being its 63rd year!   This weekend in Rutland it’s the Running…

Friday, Oct.18 at 7 p.m. —POULTNEY— A live art media dance performance, Seed, Cloud, Hyacinth, Bird, will occur at Stone Valley Arts in Poultney. Directed by Erika Schmidt, the event combines dance, theater, audio/visual design, and live music in an innovative exploration of human behavior and collective experience. The Vital Spark Performance Group ensemble, featuring…

WED 10/16 LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line DancePOULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub - Open Mic with Danny LangQUECHEE6 p.m. Public House Pub – Kim WilcoxRUTLAND8 p.m. Center Street Alley – Full PA/Backline Open Mic hosted by Josh LaFaveSOUTH POMFRET6:30p.m. Artistree – Acoustic Jam Session with host Kerry Rosenthal THURS 10/17 BRANDON5:30 p.m.…