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SUMMARY:Clearing The Smoke – Fire & Safety Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Safety is always the top priority for Mad River Valley businesses—and for good reason. Business owners care deeply about the well-being of their guests\, employees\, and neighbors. At the same time\, understanding and navigating fire and life safety rules can be challenging. Codes are complex\, interpretations can vary\, and it’s not always clear what is required\, what is recommended\, and how best to plan for compliance in a way that is both safe and sustainable. \nIn an effort to “clear up the smoke\,” the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Fire & Life Safety Roundtable on: \n📅 Wednesday\, January 7🕞 3:30–5:00 pm📍 Yestermorrow Design/Build School Campus \nThis roundtable is designed to create an open\, respectful\, and informative conversation between business owners and state public safety officials—focused on clarity\, consistency\, and shared goals. \nFeatured Speakers\nThe discussion will feature: \n\n\nLandon A. Wheeler\, Deputy DirectorVermont Department of Public Safety – Division of Fire Safety \n\n\nBen Moffatt\, Regional ManagerWaterbury Regional Office\, Department of Public Safety \n\n\nThe conversation will be moderated by Eric Friedman\, Executive Director of the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce. \nWhat We’ll Be Talking About\nAcross the Mad River Valley\, businesses of all sizes—inns\, restaurants\, lodges\, contractors and property managers—are navigating how best to meet safety standards while remaining financially viable and operationally stable. This roundtable is not about blame or complaints; it’s about understanding\, communication\, and problem-solving. \nTopics we hope to explore together include: \n\n\nUnderstanding the codesHow fire and life safety regulations are structured\, what they’re intended to accomplish\, and how they are applied in real-world settings. \n\n\nClarity around expectationsHow inspections work\, what business owners should expect during and after an inspection\, and how to interpret findings and next steps. \n\n\nConsistency and continuityHow inspections may differ over time or between inspectors\, and how businesses can better plan for long-term compliance. \n\n\nPractical pathways to complianceDiscussing approaches that prioritize safety while recognizing the realities of historic buildings\, small-scale operations\, and seasonal businesses. \n\n\nPreserving what makes Vermont specialExploring how safety upgrades can coexist with the historic\, rustic character that defines many Mad River Valley properties and attracts visitors. \n\n\nCreating a level playing fieldUnderstanding how safety oversight applies across different types of lodging and visitor accommodations. \n\n\nWhy This Matters\nA strong Mad River Valley depends on businesses that are safe\, resilient\, and able to thrive. When rules are clearly understood and applied consistently\, business owners can plan ahead\, make smart investments\, and focus on delivering great experiences to residents and visitors alike. \nThis roundtable is an opportunity to ask questions\, hear directly from state officials\, and build a shared understanding that supports public safety\, business sustainability\, and the long-term health of our local economy. \nWe encourage business owners\, property managers\, and anyone navigating fire and life safety regulations to attend and take part in this important conversation. \nLet’s clear up the smoke—together.
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/clearing-the-smoke-fire-safety-roundtable/
LOCATION:Yestermorrow Design/Build School\, 7865 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Community
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SUMMARY:Community Socrates Cafe: ” How Does the Passage of Time Affect Our Identity?”
DESCRIPTION:Students from Harwood’s Harkness Leadership class will be hosting a community Socrates Café on Thursday\, January 8th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in the HU library. A Socrates Café is an opportunity for dialogue about timeless and timely questions that all human beings deal with. Rather than being a debate or a discussion\, a Socrates Café is a dialogue where participants are encouraged to listen to and learn from one another. This form of discourse- and its focus on the search for knowledge- comes from the great philosopher Socrates\, who observed that “Wisdom Begins in Wonder.” These gatherings are open to all community members\, regardless of age\, experience\, or background. Harwood students who are experienced in leading Socratic Dialogues will facilitate the discussions. Community members of all ages are invited\, and refreshments will be provided. \nThe question for the evening discussion is “How Does the Passage of Time Affect Our Identity?” \nFor questions and more information\, please contact Adam Sargent at asargent@huusd.org.
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/community-socrates-cafe-how-does-the-passage-of-time-affect-our-identity/
LOCATION:Harwood Union High School Library\, 458 Route 100\, Duxbury\, VT\, 05660
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Fayston Historical Society Meetings: Second Wednesday of Every Month
DESCRIPTION:The Fayston Historical Society has established regular monthly meetings one the second Wednesday of every month from 4- 5:30 at the Fayston Town Hall . Everyone is welcome! \nOur next meeting is Wed\, Jan 14 from 4- 5:30 pm \nFor more information and/or to join the FHS contact faystonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com\nLots of exciting things are happening!
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/fayston-historical-society-meetings-second-wednesday-of-every-month/
LOCATION:Fayston Town Hall\, 866 North Fayston Road\, Fayston\, VT\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Harwood Auditorium Revitalization Project at the Big Picture; Featuring Reid Parsons
DESCRIPTION:Harwood Alum\, Reid Parsons\, will return to the Mad River Valley to headline a fundraising concert for the Harwood Auditorium Revitalization Project at the Big Picture on Saturday\, January 17th. The show will celebrate the legacy of high-quality music education at Harwood by featuring Parsons and including the current HUHS student band\, the Glam Cowboys\, as the opening act. \nThe show is part of a concert series presented throughout the Harwood district to support HARP\, the Harwood Auditorium Revitalization Project. HARP was created to raise funds for key improvements that will benefit students\, educators\, and the broader community. The HARP seeks to transform an aging facility into a vibrant\, safe\, and fully equipped space that reflects the talent and dedication of our students and community. Despite years of excellence in our Music and Theater programs\, the theater itself has not been substantially renovated since 1997 and no longer meets the needs of modern performances. \nHarwood Theater Director Scott Weigand felt Parsons was a perfect choice to perform since she reflects the longstanding high caliber of the HUHS Music Department. A 2011 Harwood alum\, Parsons was very involved in the Harwood Music department and was the lead in “Annie Get Your Gun” in 2009\, the first Harwood show Weigand directed. \nParsons is now a Burlington-based singer-songwriter whose music blends soul\, folk\, blues\, and jazz-infused Americana into something both grounded and expansive. Her debut full-length album\, “Back to Back”\, released in the spring of 2025\, showcases her signature style: expressive vocals\, layered arrangements\, and songs that are as emotionally resonant as they are sonically rich. Written\, arranged\, and produced by Parsons herself\, the record moves confidently between intimate ballads and full-band tracks with a deep sense of groove and feeling. \nOpening the show for Parsons will be the Glam Cowboys\, Harwood’s next generation of talent\, made up of active members of the Harwood Music and Theater Departments. The Glam Cowboys are an indie-pop/rock band featuring Eireann McDonough on lead vocals\, Tarin Askew on guitar and vocals\, Cora Potts on drums\, Cali Neville on bass\, and Eliza Whitehair on keys.\nKnown for their coordinated attire and live energy\, they perform a diverse collection of original music. They have performed at venues such as Zen Barn\, Higher Ground\, Firefolk Arts\, and recently in MRVTV’s In-Studio Live Music Series. \nTickets are available at:\nhttps://www.bigpicturetheater.info/event-details/harwood-auditorium-revitalization-project-presen ts-reid-parsons
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/harwood-auditorium-revitalization-project-at-the-big-picture-featuring-reid-parsons/
LOCATION:Big Picture Theater\, 44 Carroll Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Day Call to Defend Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther King Day – a call for peaceful protest by the Mad River Green in Waitsfield town.\nHosted by Indivisible Calais\, Indivisible Montpelier and Indivisible Mad River Valley. 40 signs of Fascism vs. Democracy will be on hand . \nBring your signs\, your energy and make your voice heard!
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/martin-luther-king-day-call-to-defend-democracy/
LOCATION:Mad River Green\, 105 Mad River Green\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:STAND UP FOR SAFETY WORKSHOPS
DESCRIPTION:In the Mad River Valley\, we believe that everyone — whether they live here\, work here\, or visit — deserves to feel safe. To support that vision the chamber’s is launching a new series of Stand Up for Safety workshops designed to help hospitality workers recognize and respond to situations that may threaten the safety or well-being of themselves\, their co-workers\, or their guests. \nThese interactive sessions will equip front-line staff with practical tools to: \n\nRecognize signs of harm\, harassment\, or exploitation\nRespond appropriately and safely when concerns arise\nConnect individuals in need with the right support services\n\nThe workshops are approachable\, hands-on\, and rooted in real-world hospitality settings — from restaurants and inns to shops and recreation businesses. While the curriculum is still being finalized\, the goal is clear: to ensure the Mad River Valley remains a safe and welcoming place for all. The workshops are organized and facilitated by Anna Nassset Consulting. \nUpcoming Workshops will all take place at the MRV Chamber Welcome Center \n\nJanuary 22 – 10-11 am: Understanding DV\, HT\, and Stalking\nExplore how to identify and respond to domestic violence\, human trafficking\, and stalking in both customers and co-workers\, and learn about available local and national resources.\nApril 7- 10-11 am: Sexual Assault Awareness Month\nLearn to recognize early warning signs of sexual assault\, how to respond to disclosures\, and how to connect survivors with resources and support.\nAugust 5 – 10-11 am: Workplace Culture\nDiscover how to build a supportive workplace culture where all employees feel safe and valued\, through stories\, exercises\, and practical leadership strategies.\nBack in October 22  GBV Bystander Training was offered\nWe learned the basics of gender-based violence prevention\, including the 4D’s of bystander intervention\, and how to empower yourself and others to make a difference.\n\nA Community Commitment\n“Hospitality is the backbone of the Mad River Valley’s economy and culture\,” said Eric Friedman\, Executive Director of the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce. “By giving our front-line staff the tools and confidence to recognize and respond to difficult situations\, we’re not just protecting individuals — we’re strengthening the fabric of our community and ensuring the Valley remains a safe\, welcoming place for everyone.” \nAbout Stand Up for Safety\nA collaboration between local businesses\, resorts\, and organizations committed to standing up to gender-based violence and fostering a culture of care in the Mad River Valley. \nFor more information about the workshops\, or to learn how your business can get involved\, please contact info@madriverrvalley.com and/or visit www.madrivervalley.com/stand-up-for-safety \n 
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/stand-up-for-safety-workshops/
LOCATION:MRV Chamber Welcome Center\, 9 Route 17\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Community
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SUMMARY:LIVE @ MRVTV is Back! Thursday\, January 29th @ 7PM with Magic User
DESCRIPTION:LIVE @ MRVTV is back with Montpelier-based band Magic User\, and you don’t want to miss it! Thursday\, January 29th @ 7PM \nJoin us LIVE in-studio at Mad River Valley TV (5033 Main St\, Waitsfield) \nFREE & BYOB! \nBroadcasting LIVE on Channel 44!
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/live-mrvtv-is-back-thursday-january-29th-7pm-with-magic-user/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley Television\, 5031 Main St\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
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SUMMARY:A Tour on the Civil Rights Trail
DESCRIPTION:In this kickoff to Black History Month\, Warren resident Cherri Sherman shares moving experiences\, photos\, and documents from her five-day\, interfaith tour on The Civil Rights Trail including stops in Birmingham\, Selma\, Montgomery\, and Atlanta. \nIn these cities\, the tour group visited multiple historic sites and learned from first person accounts by Black Americans who knew Rev. Martin Luther King Jr and whose lives were forever affected by the events of the 1950’s and 1960’s.
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/a-tour-on-the-civil-rights-trail/
LOCATION:Warren Public Library\, 413 Main Street\, Warren\, 05674
CATEGORIES:Community
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