The Mad River Valley Village

Stardust Speakers James Slinkman and Joshua Kuckens : “How the Earth Rides the Solar Wind”
2025-10-23 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
On Oct 23rd at 5:30-7pm Presenters James Slinkman and Josh Kuckens will explore how the Earth’s magnetic field protects us from dangerous high energy particle radiation which is carried to Earth from the Sun by the “Solar Wind”.
We’ll explore how this reaction manifests itself via the generation of beautiful visible Aurora (aka the “Northern Lights”) in the Earth’s atmosphere. The key quantum mechanisms which are involved are briefly described. Images and videos of many of the phenomena, including the recent Vermont Aurora will figure prominently in the presentation.
Join us to hear and discuss incredible stories at the Mad River Valley Arts/ MRVtv in Waitsfield.

Rocky Horror Picture Show
2025-10-23 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-24 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-25 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-26 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-27 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-10-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Movie playing October 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 30th.
Special Sing-a-long October 30th @ 7pm. Come join us for a special screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show sing-along! Audience participation, costumes encouraged.
Adult $11
Child/Senior $9
Time & Location
Oct 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Waitsfield, 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA

Feel the Wheel Pottery Workshop
2025-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Blockhouse Studio, 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Here’s your chance to try your hand at the potter’s wheel! This workshop will be offered the last Friday of every month (most months).
This is a one time, two hour introduction to learn the basics of wheel throwing.
You will be guided from a ball of clay to your first bowl or cup. Using a simple to understand process, you will learn the foundational techniques needed to enjoy this meditative and somewhat magical craft. Most students will successfully throw at least 2 pots which will be fired and finished by us, ready to pick up in approximately 3 weeks.
If you throw more than 2 that you would like to keep we can finish them as well for $15/pot (first 2 are included). Shipping is available for additional fees.

A Festive Fall Celebration of Poems and Short Stories by Mad River Valley Authors and Readers
2025-10-26 13:30 - 15:00 | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Individuals of any age interested in sharing a poem or a short story are encouraged to send an email to Shevonne Travers at joslinprograms@gmail.com or to call the library (802)496-4205 and provide your contact information. We welcome your participation.
The Mad River Valley community at large is invited to listen and support the readers while sipping apple cider and snacking on a variety of fruit and homemade breads.

Fall Art Class at Inklings, Grades 4 – 6
2025-10-27 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-03 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-10 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-17 15:00 - 16:30 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Mondays from 3:00 – 4:30pm. Starts October 20th.
Beginning October 20th, 4th – 6th graders will begin a six week course. Focusing on three different artists, students will have the chance to explore, in depth, three very different types of creating – from 2 dimensional to three dimensional art.
Students will receive a book about each artist. The perfect way to expand your child’s creativity!!
SIGN UP using the EVENT LINK

Fall Art Class at Inklings, Grades K – 3
2025-10-30 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-06 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-11-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Thursdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm. Starts October 16th.
EXPLORE PAINTING, SCULPTURE, & WORK WITH RECYCLED MATERIALS. Starting October 16th, your young artists will begin a six week course. Each week children will receive their own book based on a featured artist.
Following a read aloud, children will jump into an art project based on the artist’s work. A perfect introduction to the wider world of creativity!!
SIGN UP using the EVENT LINK

LIVE @ MRVTV with Madigan Linnane! (Thursday 10/30 at 6 PM)
2025-10-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Mad River Valley Television, 5031 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
LIVE @ MRVTV is back next Thursday with local musician Madigan Linnange!
Join us Thursday, October 30th @ 6 PM at the Mad River Valley TV studio (5033 Main St. in Waitsfield) for the final LIVE @ MRVTV of the year!
We will be broadcasting LIVE to local Channel 44! This event is free, BYOB, and open to the public!
Come check out the Mad River Valley’s local Community Media Center and nonprofit Public Access TV studio!

It’s Toddler Time, Halloween Art Class at Inklings!
2025-10-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
It’s Toddler Time, Halloween Art Class at Inklings Children’s Books! Friday October 31st, from 10am – 11am. Costumes welcome!!!
Caregivers and their little ones are invited to have some creative fun, making multiple crafty Halloween decorations!
Ages: 18mo – 4yrs.
Price: $15

Too Many Cooks: A Mad River Valley Culinary Experience
2025-10-31 17:00 - 2025-11-02 23:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Unwind. Indulge. Savor.
Nestled in the serene heart of the Mad River Valley at the charming 1824 House Inn + Barn, Too Many Cooks offers a culinary retreat like none other — where exquisite flavors meet the warmth of Vermont hospitality.
2 Nights of Cozy Luxury
Settle into one of the eight comfortable rooms with private baths, featherbeds, and stunning views, then let the rhythm of the valley wash over you. From the riverside glen to the elegant post-and-beam barn and hilltop meadow, every corner of 1824 House whispers rustic elegance and ease.
Event Highlights
Friday — Fireside Welcome Dinner
• Gather around the fire pit for an enchanting welcome dinner cooked on the open flame with specialty products from Addison West.
• Featured flavors: delectable selections from 5th Quarter Butcher and von Trapp Farmstead.
• Sip and learn as Mad River Distillers presents an engaging cocktail demonstration.
Saturday — Door-to-Door to-Door Tastes of the Valley
• Morning: Dive into savory delights with breakfast cooking demonstrations creating your very own Eggs Benedict
• Midday: Embark on a flavorful tour and tasting at 5th Quarter Butcher and Provisions.
• Continue the journey with a tour and exquisite lunch at Lawson’s Finest Liquids.
• Browse and shop artisanal wares from Addison West and von Trapp Farmstead — ideal for foodies and gift-givers alike.
• Evening: Gather once more for a hands-on dinner in the barn spotlighting 5th Quarter’s and von Trapp Farmstead’s finest.
• Add flair to your night with a beer cocktail demonstration by the one and only Mark Leopold of Lawson’s Finest Liquids.
Sunday — A Delicious Farewell
• Wake to another round of breakfast cooking demos, focusing again on all-time classic, Corned Beef Hash — sending you home inspired and with a special gift bag to remember your weekend in the Mad River Valley.

Screening of Gone Guys Documentary
2025-11-05 17:30 - 20:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Join Mad River Mentoring and Hannah’s House on Wednesday, November 5th at the Big Picture Theater for a screening of the documentary Gone Guys. There will be a panel discussion following the film. 6-8p, doors open at 5:30.
Boys and young men are facing a growing crisis—falling behind in school, disengaging from work, and struggling with isolation, substance use, and mental health challenges.
This powerful 45-minute film brings Richard V. Reeves’ groundbreaking research to life through real stories, compelling data, and hopeful solutions. Set in rural Vermont, Gone Guys features young men, educators, and mentors working to re-engage boys and reshape futures.
It’s not a zero-sum issue—caring about boys doesn’t mean caring less about girls (or gender diverse youth). It means making room for everyone to thrive.
Tickets By Donation, Online or At the Door
TO RESERVE YOUR TICKET: https://www.sevendaystickets.com/e/gone-guys-film-waitsfield
Content advisory: This film includes references to substance use, suicide, and mental health struggles.
More information & to WATCH THE TRAILER visit: www.GoneGuysFilm.com
-Waitsfield Screening Co-Hosted by: Mad River Mentoring & Hannah’s House
-Waitsfield Screening Sponsored by: Lawson’s Finest Liquids
-Waitsfield Media Sponsors: Vermont Public

Along the River’s Way
2025-11-06 13:00 - 2025-12-13 17:00 | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
This is a first time collaboration between Mad Arts, Mad River Valley TV and journalist Tracy Brannstrom.
“Along the River’s Way” is a storytelling project that formed as the ‘Mad Artist Residency, 2024. This project documents the creative practices of various elder artists in the Mad River Valley. It culminates into an immersive multimedia exhibition of sound, story-telling and visual projections during November and ends on December 13th. The art of storytelling is a fundamental aspect of human communication and has been an integral part of our cultural heritage for centuries. Today our communities are in crisis. The arts can restore this large feeling of social and moral decline in America and our Elder creatives can lead the way to facilitate social cohesion and belonging for everyone in the community. Special thanks to our presenting sponsor The Bee App and Lawson’s Finest Liquids in Waitsfield.
Reception: November 6, 2025, 5:30- 7 pm.
Artist: Gary Eckhart, Julia Purinton and George Shenk

Once Upon a Story – A Fairy Tale Event
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Once Upon a Story returns this November in the Mad River Valley!
Vermont Literacy Network is thrilled to partner once again with Inklings Children’s Books to bring back their beloved immersive fairy tale event at the Big Picture Theater in Waitsfield.
Watch your child’s face light up as they meet characters like Goldilocks, the Three Little Pigs, and Little Red Riding Hood! Led by community favorite organizations, kids can dive into interactive, hands-on activities inspired by timeless fairy tales.
Grab your tickets early and save 20%!
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 10:00-2:00PM | Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield

Once Upon a Story, Hosted by Vermont Literacy Network and Inkling Bookstore
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
November 8th @ 10am-2pm Watch your child’s face light up as they meet characters like Goldilocks, the Three Little Pigs, and Little Red Riding Hood! Led by community favorite organizations, kids can dive into interactive, hands-on activities inspired by timeless fairy tales.Time & Location
Nov 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Waitsfield, 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA
About the event
Once Upon a Story returns this November in the Mad River Valley!
Vermont Literacy Network is thrilled to partner once again with Inklings Children’s Books to bring back their beloved immersive fairy tale event at the Big Picture Theater in Waitsfield.
Watch your child’s face light up as they meet characters like Goldilocks, the Three Little Pigs, and Little Red Riding Hood! Led by community favorite organizations, kids can dive into interactive, hands-on activities inspired by timeless fairy tales.
Grab your tickets early and save 20%! LINKto tickets
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 10:00-2:00 PM | Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield

Mountainfilm on Tour
2025-11-08 15:00 - 22:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Neck of the Woods Childcare and Early Education Center is pleased to bring the Mountainfilm on Tour to the Big Picture in Waitsfield on Saturday, November 8. There will be a matinee, starting at 3:00 PM (doors at 2:30), and an evening show at 7:00 pm (doors at 5:30pm)
Time & Location
Nov 08, 2025, 3:00 PM
Waitsfield, 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA
About the event
Mountainfilm on Tour: November 8, 2025 at the Big Picture
Neck of the Woods Childcare and Early Education Center is pleased to bring the Mountainfilm on Tour to the Big Picture in Waitsfield on Saturday, November 8. There will be a matinee, starting at 3:00 PM (doors at 2:30), and an evening show at 7:00 pm (doors at 5:30pm). Tickets are $20 for general admission, $15 for children age 12 and under, and kids under the age of 5 are free. There will be a silent auction and raffle as well, with items including a 2025/2026 Mad River Glen season pass with an electronic raffle available to all (even if not attending Mountainfilm, use QR code on poster or visit https://neckwoods.betterworld.org/giveaways/mad-river-glen-ski-pass?), and numerous items and gift certificates from local businesses. This year’s event is sponsored by Alpine Options, Mad River Glen, Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Clear Water Filtration, Mehuron’s Supermarket, Waitsfield Telecom, Ward’s Mechanical, and American Flatbread!
The event will show short documentary films selected from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. The films explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. To learn more about Mountainfilm, visit www.mountainfilm.org.
Mountainfilm on Tour is the major fundraiser for Neck of the Woods Childcare Center in Waitsfield. NOW’s non-profit mission is to provide strengths-based care, play and learning to local children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age to help guide their development as healthy, positive, and resilient members of the community. NOW also runs the after-school program at the Moretown Elementary School and the summer camp programs at Harwood. For more information about Neck of the Woods please go to www.neckofthewoodsvt.org.
Tickets are available at https://cur8.com/projects/2025MountainfilmNOW, and via direct ticket links to desired showtimes:
Matinee Show (3pm): https://cur8.com/schedule/item/39954/362143?event=133920&date=362143
Evening Show (7pm): https://cur8.com/schedule/item/39954/362142?event=133920&date=362142
We need volunteers to help with the event and auction. To volunteer please email JB Weir at jbweir@neckofthewoodsvt.com, or call at 802 363-2485.

Running in Circles- Ozzy set at Afterthoughts
2025-11-08 20:30 - 2025-11-09 00:00 | After Thoughts, 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Running in Circles honors the Prince of Darkness at Afterthoughts in Waitsfield, VT. No cover. Doors at 8pm.
1st Set- Running in Circles
2nd Set- Ozzy Osborne Tribute

Buffalo Rose at Zen Barn
2025-11-09 19:00 - 23:00 | Zenbarn, 179 Guptil Rd, Waterbury, Vermont, 05677, United States
🎶 Buffalo Rose with Borrow the Bones at Zenbarn🎶
Doors: 6:00 PM
Showtime: 7:00 PM
We’re proud to partner with Mustard Tiger to bring you creative comfort foods at every Zenbarn show! Come early for dinner—served starting when doors open—and fuel up before the music begins.
🌟 About the Artist:
Buffalo Rose is a singularly spectacular six-piece band from Pittsburgh, PA. Overflowing with the bold and unfettered joy of their inimitable blend of “Theatre Kid Americana,” a Buffalo Rose show is a celebration of creative wonder; a sparkling sonic delight. Their live show is where their energy fully shines, and songwriting is their lodestar. The band’s recorded catalog is full of vibrantly emotive and methodically arranged songs, sure to thrill the mind and charm the heart.
🏡 About the Venue:
Zenbarn is a one-of-a-kind venue presenting amazing music in an intimate barn setting. Shows are indoors and typically standing room unless otherwise noted. Limited seating is available for non-seated shows, with plenty of space inside and out to take a breather, spread out, or find a place to rest.
We welcome all—Zenbarn is a community hub where people come together to enjoy great music and great company. Come experience the Zen of Zenbarn solo, with friends, or with family. All ages are welcome unless otherwise noted in event details.
👉 Grab your tickets early at zenbarnvt.com before they’re gone!

Lyric Theatre Co’s A CHORUS LINE
2025-11-13 19:30 - 2025-11-16 14:00 | The Flynn MainStage, 153 Main Street Unit 201, COLCHESTER, Vermont, Burlington, United States
Lyric Theatre Company is bringing one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history to The Flynn MainStage this November.
Lyric Theatre Company’s production of A Chorus Line will be presented at The Flynn MainStage November 13 through 16, 2025, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. and evening performances Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.. Friday’s performance will feature an ASL translator for the hearing impaired.
A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance, and authentic drama, A Chorus Line was instantly recognized as a classic, with one powerhouse number after another. Dive into the raw, emotional, and electric world of performers chasing their dreams as they navigate the vulnerability of putting yourself out there, the fear of rejection, and the need for validation, both on and off the stage, and of course, iconic dance numbers.
For tickets, call 802 86FLYNN, purchase online at flynnvt.org/Events/2025/11/lyric-a-chorus-line or visit the Flynn Box Office in downtown Burlington.
Lyric Theatre Company’s A Chorus Line is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Whitmark LLC.

Tiny Pots!
2025-11-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Blockhouse Studio, 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Intrigued by the tiny pots you may have seen around? People always ask “How do you make them so tiny?!” Well, here’s your chance to find out! Join us for 2 hours of tiny pot throwing on tiny wheels with tiny tools. No experience necessary.
We will fire and glaze all the tiny pots in your glaze color of choice.

All Ages Gnome Making Workshop at Blockhouse
2025-11-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Blockhouse Studio, 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
In this workshop, adults & children ages 5+ will explore hand-building techniques to create their very own whimsical gnomes. Students will be able to personalize their gnomes with colorful underglazes. Examples will be provided for inspiration.
These little gnomes will make great holiday gifts and decorations! There is no limit to ho many gnomes participants can make.
Pieces will be fired by us, finished with a clear glaze and ready for pick up in 2-3 weeks. All materials are included. For additional cost, shipping is available upon request.

Playpalooza
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00 | The Colection
Join us on Saturday November 15 from our annual Playpalooza Holiday Kickoff. Free activities will be happening both inside and outside the store so come on over the Mad River Gren to play! Pull a carrot for your secret discount and free gift with purchase while supplies last. Activites from 10-4 , teh store open 9:30 to 5. Come have fun, play and shop local this year!
