JAIME LAREDO Friday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m.—STATEWIDE — The Vermont Symphony Orchestra begins its annual fall tour on Sept. 25 continuing through Oct. 4, presenting in eight towns and villages across Vermont. This tour marks the beginning of the musical season of  the Vermont Symphony Orchestra. Autumn in Vermont signals the return of glorious foliage and…

Congressman Peter Welch, Governor Peter Shumlin, Rutland Mayor Chris Louras, Green Mountain Power CEO Mary Powell, Raw Honey and Fruition Owner Rebecca Bounadonna, and homeowner Karen Correll spoke at a press conference Tuesday morning after Rutland was deemed the Solar Generation Capital of New England. White sunglasses were given out to participants at the press…

KILLINGTON — The second annual Pie In The Face Challenge fundraiser for Phelan-McDermid Syndrome took place at Mogul Sports Pub in Killington, Sunday, Sept. 13 at 5 p.m. Local “celebrities,” including Killington and Pico Resort president Mike Solimano and other resort personnel, as well as business leaders, donated their time and faces to get pied for…

A young girl smiles as she runs the final leg to the finish in Killington’s inaugural Duathlon. KILLINGTON — The inaugural Killington Duathlon took place this past holiday weekend, hosted by the Killington Parks and Recreation Department. The Johnson Recreation Center provided a perfect spot to hold the swim-run event: the River Road Loop trail made…

Steampunk afficionados head to Springfield for the inaugural Steampunk Festival, Sept. 11-13. Sept. 11-13 — SPRINGFIELD — The first annual Springfield Steampunk Festival will take place Sept. 11, 12, 13 in Springfield, Vt. Steampunk comes alive in a fantasy retro-futuristic weekend featuring famed performers, workshops, musicians, tea dueling, Stargazer’s Ball, absinthe tasting, Thereminist performance, Victorian era bike…

Annie O’Neill and a fellow athlete enjoy stand-up paddle boarding  on calm water. At the age of five, Annie O’Neill of East Thetford was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a developmental disorder that may affect one’s behavior, ability to communicate and ability to socialize. The symptoms can vary from person to person, but for…

Rich Cowden, director of the Fine Arts Center at Castleton University lists the benefits of the series for the university and the community. Bruce Bouchard and Rich Cowden present Project 240, a 17-event series which culminates with the Election Night Gala, Nov. 8, 2016. By Polly Lynn RUTLAND – “An informed electorate is a prerequisite…

By Robin Alberti KILLINGTON — Wednesday, Aug. 19, Killington Resort hosted an appreciation day for the community at Snowshed Adventure Center, 3-7 p.m. The resort’s new Adventure Center includes eight new attractions including: the Beast Coaster, SkyeRide, Skye Ropes Course, Terra-Maze, Mountain Biking, Scenic Lift Rides, ATV and UTV (Segway) tours, plus Kayaking and Paddle boarding on Snowshed…

Sunday night, Aug. 16, a lone fly-fisherman casts a line on Colton Pond in Killington. His red pontoon fishing boat casts a bright reflection on the dark water. Lakes across the region were popular this past week as temperatures rose into the 80s and 90s with high humidity. By Paul Holmes

PIAZZOLLA PROJECT Saturday, Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — The Piazzolla Project brings together the talents of four unique musicians to explore the diverse sounds of Argentinean composer Astor Piazzolla’s “Nuevo Tango.” At Brandon Music on Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m., tango fans will recognize the famous milonga “Oblivion” and the haunting song “Los Pajaros…

Friday-Sunday, Aug. 21 - 23 — STOCKBRIDGE — This Friday, participants will enjoy the start of three days of music, camping , jamming, and festivities. The events begin Friday, Aug. 21 and jam on through Sunday evening, Aug. 23. The venue is located on the beautiful Tweed River Tubing site at the junction of Route 100 and…

A girls holds up a chicken at Green Mountain Girls Farm in Northfield, Vt. Vermont’s Open Farm Week ended Sunday, Aug. 9 after a week of mostly sunny skies and a break from the heat with temperatures in the 70s. Participants were invited to sample foods and drinks like wine, cider, fruits and cheese; enjoy…

The Killington boys’ relay team placed second in both the medley relay and free relay. Pictured are: (l-r): Matt Titterton, Bailey Peters, Lucas Godfrey, Griffin Van Neil, and Kyle Wereither. KILLINGTON—On Aug 1-2, at the Upper Valley Aquatic Center in White River Junction, the Killington Sharks swim team competed at the state meet. A swimmer…

Megan Stearns dances with Farm to Ballet. Formerly of Long Island, she lives in Burlington, Vt, where she is the creative director for Let’s Grow Kids, a statewide public education campaign. Sunday, Aug. 16 — POULTNEY — Farm to Ballet, a Burlington-based dance company, will stage throughout Vermont performances of an original composition linking farmers and food…

CHANGE OF LOCATION: This Tuesday's Winter in August event will be held in the Vermont Farmers Food Center at 251 West Street due to inclement weather. Tuesday, Aug. 11 — RUTLAND — Come out and help celebrate the ski industry at the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce 34th Annual Winter In August Celebration on Tuesday,…