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Five Week Writing Workshop

Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield

Join Mary Kathleen Mehuron and Lee Hall Delfausse in a 5 Week Writing Workshop, starting September 26- October 31st Tuesdays, 4-5pm Except not Oct.10th $50 benefits go to MRVArts Scholarhships are available Participants will work on developing writing skills. Each session will have a theme, such as parallel structures. After an introduction, approximately one third […]

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

Stick Season Stitches Fiber Retreat

Old Stagecoach Inn 18 N Main St., Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Workshops, exclusive projects and colorways, and fun with fellow fiber enthusiasts! – Exclusive colorway from Bobolink Yarns and retreat project pattern (from Irasburg, VT) – Fingerless Mitts workshop with Leslie Roth – Increases and Decreases workshop with Judy Bond – Tour of Aurora Spinnery $150 fee includes all events, project materials, lunch on Friday, and […]

Open Fiber Night

Old Stagecoach Inn 18 N Main St., Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Relax in our parlor with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts. Bring a project to work on or just come for the camaraderie, and perhaps sip a beverage from our bar as you chat with with neighbors and travelers. What a cozy way to spend a chilly evening!

Mountaintop Film Festival

The Big Picture Theater & Cafe 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Mountainfilm On Tour returns to the Big Picture Theater with films that explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.  Food and drink will be available At the Big Picture Café. Runtime is approximately 2 hours.All ticket sale proceeds benefit […]

Mountainfilm On Tour – Waitsfield

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

Mountainfilm on Tour returns to the Mad River Valley for its annual showing! Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. The tour will soon visit Waitsfield with films that explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using the power […]

Dark Star Project

Emily’s Bar & Bistro 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

Grateful Dead (amongst other artists) cover band. Offering up rich, tasty music.

Cycle of Memory Film Showing

Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield

The Mad River Valley Libraries and the Central Vermont Council on Aging invite the community to attend a special screening of Cycle of Memory, the new award-winning documentary about two siblings’ bicycle adventure to find the memories of their grandfather. Mel Schwartz, lost to Alzheimer’s. are dealing with the impacts of this disease. Guided by […]

Karaoke Night at Emily’s Bar and Bistro

Emily’s Bar & Bistro 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

Emily’s Bar and Bistro hosts their famous Karaoke nNight on the first Monday of every month. Join in on the fun!

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

Eleva Chamber Players “The Baroque Effect”

Waterbury Congragational Church Route 100, Waterbury, VT

The Eleva Chamber Players will explore the influence of Baroque music through the ages by performing Telemann’s Concerto in F for 3 Violins Respighi’s Ancient Airs & Dances Suite 3, Vivaldi’s Spring from The Four Seasons and Holst’s St. Paul’s Suite in C Major (Op. 29, No. 2). The concerts will take place on Saturday, […]

Eleva Chamber Players “The Baroque Effect”

Inn at the Round Barn 1661 East Warren Rd, Waitsfield 1661 East Warren Rd, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

The Eleva Chamber Players will explore the influence of Baroque music through the ages by performing Telemann’s Concerto in F for 3 Violins Respighi’s Ancient Airs & Dances Suite 3, Vivaldi’s Spring from The Four Seasons and Holst’s St. Paul’s Suite in C Major (Op. 29, No. 2). The concerts will take place on Saturday, […]

Empty Bowl Benefit

Zenbarn 179 Guptil Rd, Waterbury, Vermont, United States

2023 Empty Bowl Event to raise relief funds for flooded farms and families The Mud Studio, a pottery studio and gallery in Waterbury is pairing up with Blockhouse Studio in Waitsfield to create a flood- relief benefit to be hosted by Zenbarn in Waterbury, Sunday, November 12. All flood-recovery funds raised will benefit NOFA VT’s […]

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

The Songbird Project

Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Are you ready for change?  The shift from fall to winter brings strong emotions – from regret and anxiety to joy and resilience. Join The Songbird Project 4:00 pm Saturday November 18th at the Waitsfield UCC Village Meeting House, upstairs, to celebrate “stick season” through music.  This free program offers unique arrangements of works from […]

The Big Kicker at Mt. Ellen

Sugarbush Resort – Mt. Ellen Fayston, Vermont

Join Sugarbush at Mt. Ellen for the kick-off the 2023 – 2024 ski and ride season! There will be live music in the Green Mountain Lounge, a bonfire, rail jam at the bottom of Straight Shot, and pizza. Rail Jam on the bottom of Straight Shot, participants under the age of 18 will need parent […]

Music for a Vibrant City

Barre Opera House 6 N Main St #4, Barre, Vermont, United States

The Montpelier Chamber Orchestra is back, and like Montpelier and other Vermont post-flood towns, is becoming vibrant again. We will be holding our first full concert in almost four years. Locally well-known music director Daniel Bruce will be conducting Beethoven’s 7th Symphony, Mozart’s Overture to the Marriage of Figaro, Ravel’s Pavane for a Dead Princess, and Florence […]

Musical Munchkins Holiday Winter Open house

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

MUSICAL MUNCHKINS Grand opening at INKLINGS CHILDRENS BOOKSTORE Join Miss Andrea for a FREE Holiday winter program for her 8-week session that begins on Wednesday, Nov 29th OPEN HOUSE-Nov 22nd- Baby Boogie- 9:00-9:45 for babies- 1year olds Toddler Kids Jamboree- 10:00-10:45 toddlers & preschoolers We will be singing holiday & winter songs with jingle bells, […]

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

Holiday Winter Baby music classes for 4mos- 14 mos (non walkers)

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Musical Munchkins Baby music class. Babies are musical in the womb, so it’s never too early to begin your musical education with your baby. You will learn delightful musical ways to play with your baby, make friends, and nurture your baby’s sensory development and natural musicianship. Babies love the gentle bouncing, instrument plays with shakers, […]

Musical Munchkins Holiday winter classes for Toddlers & Preschoolers

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Our winter session weaves a tapestry of Holiday and winter songs movement games, puppets, flannel board stories, songbooks, instruments: Jingle Bells, glockenspiels, xylophones, Triangles, Woods, lollipop drums, and of course our Gathering drums that will keep your little ones singing, playing, dancing and having a great time while learning so much. After music class, you […]

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

Open Mic Night

The Local: Wine & Beer 961 US Route 2, Middlesex, VT, United States

As the days grow shorter and colder here in Vermont, we often find ourselves retreating to our respective dens. How about an alternative? Gather with us at The Local for our first open mic night hosted by Sarah and Derek in the Tasting Room. All levels of experience are welcome. Dig deep to find that […]

Holiday Fair

Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Join us for a Cocoa Bar and Music performed by youth musicians on Friday, December 1 from 5 – 7 PM! Now in its 129th year, the Holiday Fair at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier will take place on Friday, December 1 from 5-7 PM, and Saturday, December 2 from 9 AM – 1 PM.

Holiday Fair

Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Join us for a Cocoa Bar and Music performed by youth musicians on Friday, December 1 from 5 – 7 PM! Now in its 129th year, the Holiday Fair at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier will take place on Friday, December 1 from 5-7 PM, and Saturday, December 2 from 9 AM – 1 PM.

“Strands – Stories, Music and Meditations”

First Congregational Church Berlin 1808 Scott Hill Road, Berlin, Vermont, United States

Art Opening Announcement Contact: Arthur Zorn 802-522-7649, email vermontartmusic@gmail.com Illustrations: Diane Huling: “The Skaters” Diane Huling: “Rosie’s Story Diane Huling: “Beethoven Sonata Opus 111” Calendar: “Diane Huling: “Strands — Stories, Music and Meditations” Opening reception: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday Dec. 2 First Congregational Church, 1808 Scott Hill Road, Berlin, VT 05602 Hours: 9 a.m. […]

Winter Market at Firefolk Arts

Firefolk Arts 4424 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

ARTISTS + FOOD VENDORS art / ceramics / herbs / prints / clothing / food / gifts / knitwear / weaving / woodcraft / decor

Murder Mystery Dinner at Lareau Farm Inn

Lareau Farm Inn 46 Lareau Rd., Waitsfield

Come join us, along with the Valley Players for a night of Murder at the Masquerade Ball, Saturday December 2nd at 5:30pm // Lareau Farm Inn. “Welcome to Bloodworth Falls, an isolated town full of scandal, blackmail, and deceit. The townsfolk bicker in the streets, and many believe the local government to be corrupt. Nevertheless, […]

Karaoke Night at Emily’s Bar and Bistro

Emily’s Bar & Bistro 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

Emily’s Bar and Bistro hosts their famous Karaoke nNight on the first Monday of every month. Join in on the fun!

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

Holiday Open House

Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield

We will feature books as gift ideas for all ages and serve refreshments. Some books from the Tempest and Inklings bookstores will be on sale too.

Moretown Artisans’ Sale

Moretown Elementary School 940 VT-100B, Moretown, VT, United States

🌟 Discover Local Artistry at Our Artisan Fair! 🌟 Join us for a day of creativity and community with 23 talented vendors showcasing their unique crafts. From handcrafted jewelry to exquisite ceramics, explore a diverse array of one-of-a-kind treasures. Enjoydelicious local treats, and family-friendly activities. Support your local artisans and find the perfect, locally-made gifts. […]

Jolly Gingerbread Decorating 2023

1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

Celebrate the season with this sweet holiday tradition! Gather at the Barn at the 1824 House Inn with Taste Place General Manager and Culinary Institute-trained pastry chef Mary Tuthill for a family-friendly afternoon event filled with gingerbread decorating ideas. Henders Bake Shop gingerbread houses will be pre-assembled and ready for your festive flair.

Play Every Town with pianist David Feurzeig

Moretown United Methodist Church 962 Route 100B, Moretown

PLAY EVERY TOWN 251 252 Community Concerts for a Cooler Climate CONCERT #48: Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 3 pm Moretown United Methodist Church 962 Rt 100 B, Moretown VT featuring pianist David Feurzeig with Suzanne Smith, cello FREE Admission Parking in town lot behind church Donations will be accepted to benefit VPIRG Contact: PlayEveryTown@gmail.com […]

Live Music Thursdays at The Filling Station

Filling Station Rt 2, Middlesex, Vermont, United States

Join us for The Filling Station’s Thursday night music series! Check out the line-up:   8/17 – Ali T 8/24 –  Tom Bisson 8/31 – The Rough Suspects – Acoustic Duo

The Moth: a storytelling event

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

Tonight’s theme: It happened one holiday… Hosted by national Moth storyteller, Bobby Stoddard. Stories of Christmas crises, Hanukkah lights, 4th of July explosions and so much more told by your neighbors and friends. Come to listen, come to tell!

Holiday Concert, “Peace On Earth”

Waterbury Congragational Church Route 100, Waterbury, VT

Mad River Chorale’s holiday concert this year has the sorely-needed theme, Peace on Earth. Music by FInzi, Buxtehude, Poulenc, Britten and Chilcott includes some familiar and some less-familiar music of the season. We are delighted to announce that the audience singalong of familiar carols and the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel’s Messiah will return after a […]

Paint Your Own Ornaments- Holiday Walkabout at Blockhouse Studio

Blockhouse Studio 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

As part of the Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout, Blockhouse Studio will be offering the chance to paint your own colorful designs on pre-cut ceramic ornaments ($8ea). We will have a variety of shapes to choose from. Ornaments will be left with us to be glazed & fired and will be ready for pick up in time […]

Holiday Art Sale & Gift Card Workshop

Festival Gallery at Valley Arts 5031 Main Street,, Waitsfield

Join us for a Holiday Card Workshop with ‘A Wink Design. There will be treats and goodies and an Art Sale. While your in the gallery be sure to check out the Vermont Abenaki Art Exhibition.

Holiday Concert, “Peace On Earth”

Waitsfield United Church Village Meeting House 4355 Main St, Waitsfield

Mad River Chorale’s holiday concert this year has the sorely-needed theme, Peace on Earth. Music by FInzi, Buxtehude, Poulenc, Britten and Chilcott includes some familiar and some less-familiar music of the season. We are delighted to announce that the audience singalong of familiar carols and the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel’s Messiah will return after a […]

Trivia Night

Emily’s Bar & Bistro 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

Show off how smart you are and win prizes while dining and imbibing!!

“A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story” performed by Willem Lange.

Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelier

Famed & beloved Yankee storyteller Willem Lange is back- Live and On Stage (and livestreamed) at Lost Nation Theater performing his reading of “A Christmas Carol: a ghost story” by Charles Dickens. Lange uses the cutting of the novel Dickens himself used when performing the tale. Emmy-winner Lange’s tradition of reading Dickens’ Christmas Carol began […]

Open Mic Night

The Local: Wine & Beer 961 US Route 2, Middlesex, VT, United States

Gather with us at The Local for an open mic night hosted by Sarah and Derek in the Tasting Room. All levels of experience are welcome. Dig deep to find that inner songstress, dancer, poet, or performer! There is so much talent in our little neck of the woods, and we’re happy to give you […]

The Night Before the Night Before Christmas

Rochester School Auditorium 222 South Main St, Rochester, Vermont, United States

The White River Players present “The Night Before Night Before Christmas,” an eagerly anticipated annual holiday event. This year’s theme is Tales From the Forest: A Community of TreesTells Its Stories. This charming original story takes you on a journey through a forest where the trees themselves tell their own unique stories interspersed with seasonal […]

Trivia Night

Emily’s Bar & Bistro 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

Show off how smart you are and win prizes while dining and imbibing!!

Beyond the Curve

Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield

Vermont Abenaki Artist Association presents a special exhibition about the American Abenaki COVID experience. On view at Mad River Valley Arts Oct 21st-Jan 6th Tues-Sat 1-5pm, with a reception and curatorial talk Oct 21st 5-7pm. Sponsored by Sugarbush Resort.

Granville Daze

Middlebury Snowbowl 6886 VT Route 125, Hancock, Vermont, United States

Apres Ski with original music by Granville Daze

Beyond the Curve

Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield

Vermont Abenaki Artist Association presents a special exhibition about the American Abenaki COVID experience. On view at Mad River Valley Arts Oct 21st-Jan 6th Tues-Sat 1-5pm, with a reception and curatorial talk Oct 21st 5-7pm. Sponsored by Sugarbush Resort.

Passage

The Front 6 Barre Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

A telling of the major arcana of tarot through the medium of rug hooking and the perspective of someone who has lived over 2 decades with a deep connection to the land and it’s inhabitants



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