Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16.—WHITE RIVER JUNCTION—The White River Indie Film Festival (WRIF) returns to the Upper Valley, bringing an electrifying selection of global indie films, compelling documentaries, and locally produced works. Hosted at JAM – Junction Arts & Media and the Briggs Opera House, this year’s festival carries the theme “Hand Over…

By Adam Davis Rutland Winterfest will be kicking off its 23rd straight year with a large number of new events in downtown Rutland starting Friday, Feb. 14 with events held daily through Saturday, Feb. 22. There’s truly something for everyone at this year’s Winterfest, as there are now over 40 free and low cost events…

Award-winning Brazillian filmmaker Walter Salles does what all great filmmakers do when tackling heavy subject matter; he drills down to focus on one family amid tumult, providing the viewer a ringside seat into life under a Brazil’s brutal military dictatorship without trying to tackle every facet of the history behind a regime which lasted from…

WED 2/12 KILLINGTON2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge – Sammy B6 p.m. Killington Cafe & Wine Bar – Open Mic hosted by Liz Reedy6 p.m. Rivershed – Scott Forrest8 p.m. Jax Food & Games – Nick Bredice LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line Dance POULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub – Open Mic hosted by…

RIPTON—This winter, the Rikert Outdoor Center is launching Adaptive Bike Days, a program aimed at making outdoor recreation more accessible for individuals with mobility challenges. Running every Wednesday through March, this initiative allows participants to explore Vermont’s winter landscapes on specially designed adaptive bikes. The program is offered free of charge and takes place from…

By Brooke Geery, Killington Resort With winter well underway, The Beast is running like a well-oiled machine, thanks to its dedicated and enthusiastic team. It takes a lot of people to keep things going. In fact, Killington Resort is one of the largest employers in the state of Vermont with over 1,500 employees during the…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 8 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Park Affair, a snowboard progression camp rooted in community and empowerment, returns to Killington for a full day of skill-building, camaraderie, and fun. This event, designed for all ability levels, welcomes snowboarders 14+ who feel comfortable in a women-led space. The day kicks off with check-in from 8-8:45 a.m. at…

Thursday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m.—LUDLOW—Vermonters facing food and housing insecurity take center stage in “Just Getting By,” a new documentary by Bess O’Brien, screening at Ludlow Town Hall auditorium on Feb. 6. Director O’Brien will participate in a post-film Q&A. The film provides an intimate and urgent look at the daily struggles of working…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 3 p.m.——WOODSTOCK—Experience the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo at the Film & Food Soirée on Saturday, February 8, at Billings Farm & Museum. The evening begins at 3 p.m. with a screening of “Frida,” an Oscar-shortlisted documentary exploring the legendary Mexican artist’s life, art, and legacy through lyrical animation and her…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m.— Whether you’re a seasoned textile artist or a curious beginner looking to unravel the mysteries of weaving, the Vermont Weavers Guild has an exciting lineup of events to help expand your creative horizons. With free public presentations from nationally recognized weavers and hands-on workshops designed to elevate skills, there’s…

WOODSTOCK—This February, children ages 8-11 can immerse themselves in the wonders of winter farm life at Billings Farm & Museum’s Winter Wonders Farm Camp, running Feb. 19-21 (students are off school for winter break in most local schools), from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The three-day camp offers a unique blend of hands-on farm activities,…

One of the history-making stories at the 2012 London Olympic Games was the addition of women’s boxing to the competition. The United States, which had struggled for decades to win any medal in the boxing category, won the first gold medal awarded in the 75 Kg Middle Women division, thanks to 17-year-old Flint, Michigan resident…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7 a.m.— POMFRET — Skiers and riders will take on The Hard Mile, Saskadena Six’s uphill race, to support the Woodstock Ski Runners Educational Fund. Participants will skin up Easy Mile, starting near the Woodstock Ski Runners Clubhouse and finishing at the Ski Patrol Hut, before enjoying a free ski down…

WED 2/5 CHESTER6 p.m. The Pizza Stone VT – Open Mic NightKILLINGTON6 p.m. Killington Cafe & Wine Bar – Open Mic hosted by Liz Reedy6 p.m. Rivershed – Jeremiah Strauss8 p.m. Jax Food & Games – Nick Bredice LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line Dance POULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub – Open Mic…