FILM/TALK/FOOD – Restoration
2025-08-02 15:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | BigTown Gallery, 99 North Main, Rochester, 05767
FILM/TALK/FOOD – Restoration
In collaboration with the Architecture & Design Film Festival
Film screening, artist talk, & delicious food – all a part of BigTown Gallery’s 25th Anniversary Programming
Join us for the second installment of BigTown’s immersive summer programming on August 2nd. It will be a powerful evening of film, conversation, and shared food as part of our Community Building series. This program centers on Restoration—exploring how architecture, research, and storytelling can help repair broken systems, restore justice, and return dignity to those too often marginalized.
Together, we’ll reflect on how vision and action—led by individuals—can create deep and lasting change.
3:30PM – FILM: Frank Gehry: Building Justice
5:00PM – TALK: Theresa Betancourt & James Nachtwey in conversation
6:00PM – GALLERY OPENING: MY PLACE Photography Workshop | Project’s Space Gallery
6:00PM – FOOD: Wood-fired pizza in the garden with chef PJ Lauriello
Minimum ticket price is $50, accessible via the event link or on our website. This is a fundraiser for our 25th Year of Community Programming — if you can pay more (as much as $200), we would greatly appreciate your generous support.
Thank you!
Bring your curiosity. Leave inspired!

The Big Red Barn Art Show
2025-08-03 12:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-07 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-08 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-09 12:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-10 12:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-14 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-15 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-16 12:00 - 21:00 and 9 more dates | Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm, 48 Lareau Road, Waitsfield, 05673
The Big Red Barn Art Show has been a summer tradition for 27 years. The Exhibition presents an eclectic selection of work that highlights the talents and creativity of local artists and fine craftspeople. The Show runs from July 27 – August 31 at the Red Barn Galleries at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield.
Thursday – Friday 4:00 – 9:00
Saturday – Sunday 12:00 – 9:00

Susan Ursprung Band POSTPONED: Community Dance Party Instead!
2025-08-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Farmsprung Gatherings, 2692 East Warren Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Susan had a family emergency that unfortunately required her to call off her concert this weekend. We hope to have her back with the band soon, timing TBD!
In the meantime, Stowell Barn will still be open to the public for a FREE Pop-up Community Dance Party
Line Dancing for sure, and Larissa will take requests for whatever music folks feel like moving to.
Light snacks provided, and feel free to BYOB!
Stowell Barn is all dressed up and ready to hold space for some joy with the community, and we will do our best to provide that even in Susan’s absence.
About the Venue:
Parking on the grass as marked: look for a white sandwich board marking the curb cut near the barn
Accessible porta-let available on site
Please note that although we have a ramp to make our barn accessible, guests will be navigating from grassy area parking that may be challenging for wheelchairs. Let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you!
Questions about the event or want to submit a music/dance request? Don’t hesitate to reach out! farmsprungvt@gmail.com

Comedy Illusionist: Ben Pratt
2025-08-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Magic, laughs and sleight of hand.
Ben has created an 80 minute in your face stand up comedy show combined with magic and Illusions that widely appeals to both adults and kids. Ben has won multiple awards and has performed all over New England, as well as Las Vegas. From the moment he walks into a room ready to perform, to the moment he leaves he will ALWAYS leave people begging for more. Limited seating available. Get your tickets before they all disappear!

Labor Day Celebration with Food, Fun and Protest
2025-09-01 10:30 - 13:00 | Bristol Town Green, Bristol Town Green, Bristol, Vermont, 05443, United States
Sept 1 10:30–1:00 Bristol Town Green
Come celebrate the workers who keep this country going and protest the billionaire takeover corrupting our government. Sign-making starts at 10:30 and the program of music, food, games for kids, and tables with information starts at 11.
Speakers at 12 pm and a parade around the park at 12:30.
The event is in conjunction with the nation-wide protest Workers over Billionaires (https://maydaystrong.org/) and is sponsored by Northeast Addison County Indivisible (NeacIndivisible@gmail.com) with support from Indivisible Middlebury (indivisiblemiddlebury@gmail.com).

Preparing for Medicare Open Enrollment – News Seniors Can Use!
2025-09-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Corner School Resource Center of Granville Vermont, 75 Post Office Hill 75 Post Office Hill, Granville, Vermont, 05747, United States
Join us at the Corner School (75 Post Office Hill Rd. Granville VT) when the Central Vermont Council on Aging brings Stephanie Poirier, a State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Coordinator, to Granville for an information session.
We will cover:
√ The difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans
√ What to look out for in the mail to see how your Part D or Advantage plan may be changing next year
√ How to compare and enroll in a new Part D or Advantage plan during Open Enrollment
FREE! All are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
If you have transportation needs or want more information, contact Kate at vtcornerschool@gmail.com.

Jazz night at The Phoenix Gallery
2025-09-06 19:00 - 21:00 | The Phoenix Gallery & Music Hall, 5 Stowe St., Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
HARP Jazz Night – The Bruce Sklar Quartet with Jeremy Hill, Andy Gagnon & Josh Bruneau
Hosted by TURNmusic
$20 suggested donation at the door.
Proceeds go to the Harwood Auditorium Revitalization Project (HARP)
www.harpvt.org

Vermont Jazz Ensemble Concert
2025-09-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Warren Town Green, 413 Main Street, Warren, Vermont, 05674, United States
Celebrate the grand opening of the new pavilion on the Warren Town Green with a free concert by the Vermont Jazz Ensemble.
Bring a picnic dinner and chairs or blanket to sit on the green and admire the new pavilion while enjoying the music of Vermont’s premier big band with friends and family!

Vermont Master Naturalist Field Day
2025-09-14 09:30 - 15:00 | Lareau Farm, 48 Lareau Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Friends of the Mad River and Vermont Master Naturalist are hosting a field day!
In the morning, select from one of four guided walks that explore the natural history of our Valley:
1. Scrag Mountain Town Forest – Waitsfield
2. Boyce Town Forest Time Travel Ramble – Fayston
3. Wetland Walk – Waitsfield
4. Lincoln Gap Catamount Trail – Warren
Registration for the walks is required – https://www.friendsofthemadriver.org/vmnfieldday.html
In the afternoon, we will all gather at Lareau Farm for lunch and naturalist explorations nearby.

We Are MRV Film Screening of Join or Die
2025-09-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
We Are MRV will begin with a screening of the Netflix documentary Join or Die, a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America depends on it.
We’ll start with appetizers and drinks at 5:30, screen the film at 6:00, and continue with a discussion and happy hour.
Come connect with neighbors and friends and learn why it’s important (and fun) to do just that! Event is free but tickets are required. See the link below.

We Are MRV Film Screening of Join or Die
2025-09-19 17:30 - 21:00
We Are MRV will begin with a screening of the Netflix documentary Join or Die, a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America depends on it.
We’ll start with appetizers and drinks at 5:30, screen the film at 6:00, and continue with a discussion and happy hour.
Come connect with neighbors and friends and learn why it’s important (and fun) to do just that! Event is free but tickets are required.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/we-are-mrv-join-or-die-screening-and-happy-hour

Community Volunteer Job Fair
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House, 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Get Involved: Mad River Valley Community Job Fair + Film Screening
Civic involvement is the cornerstone of a thriving community—and here in the Mad River Valley, there are so many ways to make a difference. Join us for the Mad River Valley Community Job Fair, where local organizations will come together to share meaningful opportunities to get involved and give back.
You’ll have a chance to meet with representatives from groups doing important work in our Valley, including:• Mad River Mentoring• Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce• stewardMRV• MRV Rotary Club• MRV Ambulance Service• The Knotweed Project• Local Town Conservation Commissions…and more!
To deepen the weekend’s theme of civic engagement, we’re also hosting a special screening of the feature documentary Join or Die—a compelling look at the half-century decline of American civic life through the work of renowned social scientist Robert Putnam, author of Bowling Alone. The film explores three pressing questions:

What makes democracy work?

Why is American democracy in crisis?

Most importantly—what can we do about it?

The documentary features voices from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, Priya Parker, and many grassroots leaders working to rebuild community across the country.
Details for the screening are coming soon—stay tuned!
Let’s come together to strengthen our Valley and reimagine what civic life can look like.

We Are MRV – A Celebration of Community
2025-09-21 12:00 - 15:00
We Are MRV: Movie Screening & Volunteer Fair
Friday, September 19 – Join or Die Movie Screening📍 Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield

5:30 PM – Drinks & appetizers

6:00 PM – Screening of Join or Die (Netflix documentary)Followed by discussion and celebration.

Sunday, September 21 – Community Volunteer Fair📍 The Inn at Round Barn Farm, Waitsfield

12:00 – 3:00 PMMeet local nonprofits, clubs, and businesses. Explore volunteer opportunities, enjoy a BBQ lunch, live local music, and family-friendly activities.

About We Are MRVThe Mad River Valley is one of the first pilot communities for Bee, a new Vermont-based app designed to make it easier to connect with meaningful local action. The Valley’s long history of volunteerism and collaboration makes it the perfect place to launch.
At both events, you can:

Learn more about Bee

Download the app

Connect with upcoming projects

Post your own opportunities to get involved

Why it matters:The Mad River Valley thrives because neighbors, nonprofits, and businesses show up for one another. We Are MRV is a celebration of that spirit and a way to make it even easier for everyone to get connected.
📲 Learn more about Bee at https://joinbee.app

We Are MRV – Community Connection Fair
2025-09-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Inn at the Round Barn, 1661 East Warren Rd, Waitsfield 1661 East Warren Rd, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
The Community Connectioin Fair will celebrate and showcase local clubs and organizations eager to engage volunteers and members. Neighbors will be able to explore booths from local nonprofit organizations and clubs, meet the volunteers and leaders who keep the Valley vibrant, and discover ways to get involved. There will be a BBQ lunch, local music to keep the day lively, and hands-on activities to give residents of all ages a way to jump right in. Bee will be there to help residents download the app, connect with upcoming opportunities, and even post their own.
