Friday, May 7 at 5 p.m.—BRANDON— It’s spring! And the Brandon Artists Guild is showing Signs of Life — the name of its latest exhibition. Signs of Life features works by printmaker Jeannie Podolak and painter Dan Brett. The exhibit runs from May 7-July 5.  A free opening reception will be held Friday, May 7…

Saturday, May 8 at 10 a.m.—RUTLAND—Stop by the new Artisan Marketplace outside on the Chaffee grounds starting this Saturday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and throughout the summer and fall.  It’ll be open just in time for Mother’s Day with lots of gift ideas inside and outside the Chaffee. Booths will change…

By Bonnie Kirn Donahue, UVM Extension master gardener It’s spring and that means it’s time to get back into your flower and vegetable gardens. Once the soil has dried out in your flower gardens, remove any sticks, dried leaf debris and old mulch, being careful not to step on any emerging plants. Use this time to think…

Mothers receive free admission Sunday, May 9 at 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—Learn all about the powerful draft horses, working steers, and oxen that farmers have traditionally used on the farm. Billings Farm & Museum welcomes visitors on Sunday, May 9, from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. for Draft Animal Day.  Celebrate Mother’s Day at the farm – mothers receive free admission. Watch local teamsters and their…

Sunday, May 9 at 7:30 a.m.—WEST PAWLET—The West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Dept. will be hosting its monthly pancake breakfast at the Fire House located at 2806 Vermont Route 153, West Pawlet, on May 9 from 7:30-11 a.m. The menu includes plain, chocolate chip, cranberry and blueberry pancakes and waffles served with pure Vermont maple syrup,…

On Sunday, May 9, 2021, millions of people will celebrate the special women in their lives, particularly the mothers, grandmothers and stepmothers who often tirelessly care for those they love.  Created by Anna Jarvis in the early 20th century and designated an official United States holiday in 1914, Mother’s Day is a special day in…

Sunday, May 9 at 4 p.m. — VIRTUAL and  RUTLAND — Grace Congregational UCC is  hosting a free Mother’s Day concert.  Tenor Ryan Mangan offers a vocal recital accompanied by Grace Church Minister of Music, Alastair Stout. The concert will be in-person in the spacious beauty of Grace Church Sanctuary, with the audience seated in…

Sunday, May 9 at 9:15-10:15 a.m.— KILLINGTON— Start your Mother’s Day right with a yoga class with Cristy at the new Killington Boot Camp Wellness Center. The class is open to all with a $10 special drop in rate.  Members can attend for free.  Space is limited.  Killington Boot Camp is located at 2363 US-4,…

Taso Burger Nights Tuesdays May 11 and May 18 to benefit museum RUTLAND—Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum opened its doors to the public and welcomed visitors to downtown Rutland once again starting May 1. Wonderfeet has resumed regular public hours for guests without special reservations and is open Thursdays through Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays 1-4…

Tuesday, May 11 at 7:30 a.m.—POULTNEY— This week’s hike while birdwatching will be about 3 miles on easy to moderate terrain. The walks will be limited to eight people. Contact Joel Tilley to reserve a spot: jptilley50@gmail.com (preferred method), or 802-598-2583, evenings 7-8 p.m. We will be abiding by the most recent state guidelines for…

By Judith Tremblay, Ext. master gardener intern Now that the warmer days of spring are here, it is not uncommon for cabin fever to be replaced with gardening fever. However, it is important to take a step back and consider what can successfully be grown in your vegetable garden. A good starting point is to identify…

Mothers selflessly devote themselves to their children from infancy into adulthood. A mother’s love never wanes, and she’s always ready and willing to step in and put her children first.  Mother’s Day is a great chance for men, women and children to honor the special women in their lives. Delicious homemade treats can show mothers…

By Suzanne Freitas, UVM Extension master gardener  Warm days may tempt you to work in the garden and remove winter mulch, but wait a bit longer. We still could have more snow and some very cold nights. Plants still need protection. The freeze and thaw cycles of early spring can damage plants that have survived…

By Dom Cioffi There was a paradigm shift at my house this past weekend that forced me to realize how quickly my son is becoming an adult. It all started on Friday afternoon when I picked him up after school. Normally, I pepper him with questions about his day and then have to pull answers…

By Bruce Bouchard I was greatly looking forward to David Fincher’s “Mank” and was resoundingly disappointed. Fincher’s trademark tension (of which he is a master) was totally missing here, birthing cinematic lethargy throughout.  Black and white was a strong period choice, but from the opening credits to an unearned and forced climax, he is hellbent…