By Sally Curtis Bob Hooker speaks to Killington Arts Guild members about his unique, and often experimental techniques creating art at a recent gathering at the Killington Gallery. By Gerrie Russell The April meeting of the Southern Vermont Chapter of American Pen Women was recently held at the Art Gallery located above Base Camp Outfitters…

Courtesy of RRCC Race cars line Center Street in downtown Rutland, as fans get a close-up of their favorite Devil’s Bowl racers. Saturday, May 9 at 9 a.m. — RUTLAND — The windows will rattle and the ground will shake in downtown Rutland on Saturday, May 9 as the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce hosts the return…

Video courtesy of Bobby Lanctot Photo courtesy of Marie Cole

By Robin Alberti Building tall towers and enjoying sweet treats were among the activities enjoyed most by area children at Wonderfeet’s open house celebration this past Saturday. The new location features expanded space and new exhibits that foster creativity and engineering. Open house weekend followed by Pig Roast benefit, May 5 RUTLAND — Friday, April…

Courtesy of RRCC First Place Gross was won by the Rutland Redevelopment Authority team at the 2014 Chamber Golf Classic Fundraiser. KILLINGTON — The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce 30th Annual Golf Classic Fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, May 29 at Green Mountain National Golf Course in Killington.  The day will include a shotgun start at…

Courtesy of the Mountain Times Archives Photo One: Connor McGrath looks on as his parents, uncle and grandmother share in a toast. Photo Two: Scott Giguere stands with Miss Guinness. Local ‘old-timers’ organize Killington Reunion Weekend, set for June 26-28 By Polly Lynn A local group of self-proclaimed  Killington “old-timers” are organizing a reunion weekend,…

Courtesy of Karen Deets “Marsh Mansion” by Jackee Foley will be on display at Brandon Artists Guild, part of Foley’s exhibit through June 2. Friday, May 1 at 5 p.m. — BRANDON — Jackee Foley is a third-generation resident of Brandon. She has contributed much to the community with her talents. For several years, Foley owned a…

Courtesy of Paramount Theatre COLIN MOCHRIE & BRAD SHERWOOD Photo two: THE RAT PACK IS BACK May 1 and 2 — RUTLAND — The Paramount Theatre brings two entertaining acts to the stage this weekend, for two nights of laughter and nostalgia. On Friday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m., “The Rat Pack is Back” takes to the…

Submitted Susanne Rappaport, pictured with a trusted companion. A reception in her memory will be held May 3 in Pawlet. Sunday, May 3 at 2 p.m. — PAWLET — The Pawlett Historical Society will host a reception in Susanne Rappaport’s memory at the Pawlet Town Hall, 122 School Street, Pawlet, from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 3.…

Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m. - RUTLAND - The Paramount Theatre will feature an encore broadcast from The 92nd St. Y in NYC. Join Dalia Rabin, the former Israeli Deputy Minister of Defense and current chairperson of the Yitzhak Rabin Center, and Ambassador Dennis Ross, who played a leading role in shaping US involvement in the Middle…

By Amy Ash Nixon, VTDigger.org The Senate Education Committee unanimously passed H.361, the education reform bill, after taking testimony Wednesday evening, April 22, from dozens of Vermont parents, teachers, school board members, administrators and citizens. The Senate version of H.361 contains generous incentives to spur more school district mergers. The goal of the legislation is…

Dave Hoffenberg, Jeff Alexander and Victoria Alexander enjoy the warm spring sun, music and barbecue at Mogul’s annual Pig Roast, Sunday. Mulitiple bands entertained the crowd until after sunset. By Polly Lynn KILLINGTON — On Sunday, April 19, from 1-9 p.m. Robert “Sal” Salmeri hosted the 20th annual pig roast at Moguls Sports Pub. Donations…

Submitted The Proctor High Rock Band poses for a photo after a rehersal last week. Pictured (l-r) Aaron Audet, Cheyenne Grundt, Luke Shaw, Morgan Howard, Megan Elrick, Sam Tilden, Tori Breese, Marvin Atwood and Ryan Johnson. By Dave Hoffenberg Most know Aaron Audet as a musician in the Killington/Rutland Region, not as a teacher. But,…

Photograph of Vermont protest from the Vermont Historical Society archives by Rod Clarke, UPI, 1979. Wednesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Vermont Historical Society has been holding public forums statewide to talk about the influence of the 1970s on Vermont. The Society is seeking input to help guide collections, documentation, and public programs…

By Polly Lynn KILLINGTON — On Saturday, April 11, the annual Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge took place on Outer Limits at Killington Resort. This year, the qualifying run and finals both took place on Saturday, rather than spanning the weekend, perhaps for the enjoyment of the fans who set up elaborate “tailgate” parties on the…