The Mad River Valley Village

John Anderson Exhibit at MRV Arts
2024-02-14 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-15 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-16 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-17 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-20 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-21 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-23 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | Festival Gallery at Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street,, Waitsfield, 05673
What’s the big idea? As a freshman in college, my first grade on a paper was a D-
minus. When I spoke to the professor about my failure, he told me I knew the
material, the facts, but had no Big Idea. This was a huge lesson then and has
remained so ever since.
Concept, line and space drive the inquiry in my creative practice, both as an architect
and as an artist. In my work, both line and space are constructed to serve an imagined — even
irrational — beginning (The Big Idea). A conceptual narrative takes shape, a backstory
might develop, a fantasy or a metaphor might direct the path of the project. As I
proceed in my design process a kind of acceptance of a new reality starts to inform
me and a dialogue of choices and decisions take off.

Valentine’s Day Trivia Night
2024-02-14 18:00 - 20:00 | The Local: Wine & Beer, 961 US Route 2, Middlesex, VT, 05602, United States
Grab your sweetheart, best buds, and “galentines” and join us in The Local’s Tasting Room for a Valentine’s Day trivia night. Hosted by trivia master Cat Allens, it will be an evening to share some laughs, clink glasses, and test the depths of your trivia knowledge…and see whose secret competitive personality comes out.
This Valentine’s Day trivia event is free to attend, but seating is limited, so RSVPs are required. Wine and beer will be for sale by the glass, along with a selection of snacks. Trivia teams can be a maximum of 6 people. To build your 6 person team, simply reserve 6 spots. If you are RSVPing for less than 6 people, we will seat you with other folks to form a complete team.

The Vagina Monologues
2024-02-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
Lost Nation Theater is thrilled to be partnering with Mosaic Vermont to bring this ground-breaking theatrical experience to central Vermont once again! Directed by Jeanne Beckwith, Eve Ensler’s hilarious, eye-opening journey into the “forbidden zone” gives voice to a chorus of powerful and thoroughly human stories. For mature audiences of All Genders. Masks are strongly encouraged. February 16 & 17 at Lost Nation Theater; February 23 & 24 at locations TBA. The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be performed at alternative locations on February 23 – 24 to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us at LNT. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation.

Forever Jewelry Pop Up at the Someday Boutique!
2024-02-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Someday Boutique, 40 BRIDGE STREET, WAITSFIELD, VT, 05673
Join us this Saturday, February 17th from 2-4pm for a Forever Jewelry Party at the Someday Boutique in Waitsfield with Homegrown Jewelry!
What is Forever Jewelry?
You pick from a selection of chain link bracelets — sterling or gold filled — to have ‘zapped’ onto your wrist. A painless process using a tool. They are meant to be on for as long as you want- you can take them off yourself whenever you want to.
It’s fun to get matching bracelets with your daughter(s), bestie, partner. They are TSA approved, swim and water safe. The process takes about 15 minutes. No appointment necessary.
See you then!

Play Every Town with David Feurzeig and Henry Whitaker
2024-02-17 15:00 - 16:30 | Waitsfield Village Meeting House, 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
World renowned musician, David Feurzeig, continues his mission to play in every Vermont Town. Join him in Waitsfield with our own local star, Henry Whitaker, as they present a medley of songs on piano and trumpet. Instead of an entry fee, Feurzeig collects a donation for an environmental cause in each town. In Waitsfield, he will be offering funds raised to the Friends of the Mad River.

Luminous Visions: The Art of Andreas John
2024-02-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
An evening of short art films by Vermont filmmaker Andreas John, featuring the healing power of nature, art, and human connection. In this impressionistic series, John explores lush landscapes with movement, music and ceremony. Featuring dancers Hannah Satterlee and Isadora Snapp. Q &A with the director after the show. A perfect way to warm up on a February night!

John Anderson Exhibit at MRV Arts Artist’s Talk
2024-02-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Festival Gallery at Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street,, Waitsfield, 05673
Reception: Jan. 11, 5-7 pm
Artist Introduction: Jan. 11, 5:30pm
What’s the big idea? As a freshman in college, my first grade on a paper was a D-
minus. When I spoke to the professor about my failure, he told me I knew the
material, the facts, but had no Big Idea. This was a huge lesson then and has
remained so ever since.
Concept, line and space drive the inquiry in my creative practice, both as an architect
and as an artist. In my work, both line and space are constructed to serve an imagined — even
irrational — beginning (The Big Idea). A conceptual narrative takes shape, a backstory
might develop, a fantasy or a metaphor might direct the path of the project. As I
proceed in my design process a kind of acceptance of a new reality starts to inform
me and a dialogue of choices and decisions take off.

Open Mic Night
2024-02-22 17:00 - 20:00 | The Local: Wine & Beer, 961 US Route 2, Middlesex, VT, 05602, 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 a space to share it with others.
Please RSVP whether you are planning to perform, spectate, or spectate until you work up the courage to perform! We will have a special wine & beer by the glass menu as well as a limited food menu for the evening.
Doors open at 5:00pm. Performances begin at 6:00pm.

FINE ART & FINE DINING W/BETSY SILVERMAN
2024-02-22 17:30 - 20:30 | The Pitcher Inn, 275 Main Street, Warren, 05674
“Works in Collage”. Join us for a dinner and a presentation by Boston artist Betsy Silverman. Preview a collection of new work using recycled magazine pieces to create highly detailed compositions of city scenes, rural landscapes, people, animals or everyday objects.

Trivia Night
2024-02-26 00:00 - 23:59 | Emily’s Bar & Bistro, 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 056673
Show off how smart you are and win prizes while dining and imbibing!!

The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe
2024-03-01 19:00 - 2024-03-02 20:00 | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
Theater For Kids By Kids! At Lost Nation Theater!
CS Lewis’ classic story of mystical adventure during WWII, gets a modern twist in this dance theater presentation, adapted by Kim Bent, while retaining the spirit of the original. Love, forgiveness, journeys of self-discovery, and dance are at the forefront of this fun 40-minute, wonderfully imaginative, ensemble-oriented staging- complete with live music & singing.
(The culminating project of LNT’s intermediate dance-theater production camp, performed by LNT’s students aged 9-18.). Directed & Choreographed by Taryn Noelle. Musical Director Timothy Guiles.
Masks are strongly encouraged. The July 2023 Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss options for seeing the show.

Hyde Away March Music
2024-03-02 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-03-08 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-03-09 16:30 - 18:30 | Hyde Away Inn, 1428 Millbrook Rd (VT 17), Waitsfield, 05673
Sat 3/2, 9pm – F.O.B.
Fri 3/8, 9pm – Local 28
Sat 3/9, 4:30pm – Local 28
Fri 3/15, 9pm – Straight Jacket Slumber Party
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RISE: Trees, Our Botanical Giants
2024-03-07 13:00 - 2024-04-26 17:00 | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
Mad River Valley Arts is excited to present its first group show of the year entitled RISE: Trees, Our Botanical Giants from March 7- April 26, 2024. There will be a reception on March 7, 5-7pm when first, second and third place prize winners will be announced. Twenty-eight artists are participating, addressing their relationships with trees in 2D and 3D formats, some employing wood materials which are reclaimed or formally crafted and some using ceramic, textiles and functional design. All push the conversation between human-made and nature-made objects into one of collaborative revelation.
Shelby Perry, a Wildlands Ecologist with Northeast Wilderness Trust will be giving a talk on Trees and Rewilding, April 18 at 5pm. This event is free and open to all. The Gallery exhibit is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1:00-5:00pm.

Releasing Your Inner Poet
2024-03-07 13:30 - 14:30 | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Local poet and author, Susan Bauchner will provide a variety of methods to help participants open their hearts and minds to writing poetry in a variety of genres. All are welcome. Preregistration is required. Go to the Joslin Memorial Library website and register under upcoming programs.

MRV Libraries March Pub Trivia
2024-03-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Hostel Tevere, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
This month we are creating trivia questions and sharing the limelight with the folks from ShareMRV. Questions will focus on getting dirty in the garden, plants in pop culture, earth science and whatever else fits in with the theme. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams. lease call Deco restaurant at the Hostel Tevere to reserve your space. 802-496-9222. No more than eight team members at a table.is appreciated.

Poet’s Choice
2024-03-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Valley Players Theater, 4254 Main Street, Route 100, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
What if an angel offered a choice between a lifetime of happiness or fame and fortune as a result of expressing art? That is the question that Margaret (Sarah Storjohann, Barre), a poet, writer, and English professor, must face in this World Premier play by Vermonter Mary Pratt. Pem (Susan Lonyd, Fayston), a fallen angel chosen by God (Cynthia Seckler, Fayston) and Satan (Gabrielle Tamasi, Barre) themselves to settle this wager, comes to earth to find an artist to pose this question to, with admittance to heaven and wings or hell and a flamethrower on the line for Pem. The show also features Sarah DeBouter (Berlin), Wes Olds (Graniteville), and Carrie Phillips (Waterbury). Bridget Edwards (Winooski) is the Stage Manager and the show is directed by Doug Bergstein (Waitsfield).
Show dates/times are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, March 8-17. Tickets are $18 for evenings and $14 for Sunday matinees. Go to http://valleyplayers.com to buy tickets in advance.

Memories
2024-03-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House, 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Black and White photography by Bonnie Barnes. Opening this Saturday, March 9th, 12-4 PM with Artist Talk at 1 PM.
Waitsfield UCC, Village Meeting House, upstairs, 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield.
