The Mad River Valley Village

Clown Class for Ages 4 & 5
2023-10-05 16:00 - 2023-11-16 17:00 (America/New_York) | Waitsfield United Church Village Meeting House, 4355 Main St, Waitsfield, 05673
Ages 4 & 5
October 5th – November 16th (6 week session; no class Nov 2nd)
Thursday’s 4:00-5:00pm
Waitsfield United Church of Christ – 4355 Main Street
Structured silliness! Led by Kolleen & Bobby Kintz, this class will explore creative movement, comedic expression and ensemble creation. Students will play games, move their bodies, make soundtracks and find their funny. Students will share some of what they’ve learned at a showing for parents during the final class.
This is a drop-off class: we will help create a comfortable transition for your child when they arrive each week.

Parent & Child Clown Class for Ages 2 & 3
2023-10-05 16:00 - 2023-11-16 17:00 (America/New_York) | Waitsfield United Church Village Meeting House, 4355 Main St, Waitsfield, 05673
Kolleen & Bobby Kintz are Offering a New Class!
In addition to our ongoing preschool age clown class, we are excited to announce our newest class: Parent & Child Clown for Ages 2 & 3!
Students and their parents will play games, move their bodies, explore soundtracks and find their funny. We will use tools like songs, puppets, parachutes and more, to help us teach the basic fundamentals of circus and performance through play. The journey starts here!
Parent & Child Clown
Ages 2 & 3
Oct 5th – Nov 16th (6 week session; no class Nov 2nd)
Thursday’s 10:00-11:00am
Waitsfield United Church of Christ – 4355 Main Street
Copy/paste the following link to learn more and register your little clown: https://forms.gle/Dm35UyGBHQE3oDCp8

MRB Pub Music Series: Al’s Pals
2023-10-05 17:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-12 17:00 - 21:00 UTC
Join us for live music, food & drinks from 5:00-9:00pm. Music featuring Al’s Pals

Waitsfield Farmer’s Market
2023-10-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-14 09:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-21 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Local produce, plant starts, fruit trees, bushes, maple, honey, flowers, seedlings, eggs, meats, cheeses, fish, crafts, art, clothes, bread, baked goods, liquors, and prepared foods all by Vermonters.
Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
May 13th – October 14th, 2023
* Note: There is a smaller, unofficial market on October 21st that is optional for vendors.

Community Day at Sugarbush
2023-10-07 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Lincoln Peak Courtyard, Warren, 05674, United States
Celebrate the long weekend here at Sugarbush Resort for Community Weekend. Enjoy fun for the whole family, including scenic lift rides, disc golf, and other mountain activities, festive fall treats, mini golf, rubber ducky drop, and more. Embrace the changing of the seasons and take in views of the Green Mountains in peak foliage. It’ll be a weekend you don’t want to miss. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, apples, donuts, and cheese, pumpkin carving, tie dye, face paint and more!

Mad River Glen Sunday Brunch Music Series
2023-10-08 11:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Glen, 57 Schuss Pass Road, Waitsfield, 05673
This summer MRG is hosting live music every other Sunday during brunch service. This selection of local artists features toned-down tunes to help you keep those Sunday scaries at bay. Thanks to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists and good vibes by sponsoring year-round music at Stark’s Pub.

7/16 Ragged Trio
7/30 Alex Budney and Friends
8/13 Dave O
8/27 Evan Jennison
9/10 Music by Cooper
9/24 Rob Pierce and Friends
10/8 Ragged Trio

Grand Opening – Inklings Children’s Books
2023-10-14 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Unnamed Venue, United States
All are welcome to Inklings’ Grand Opening party on October 14. Doors open at 9:30am for a day filled with singalongs, stories, and crafts. Snacks throughout the day.
Musical Munchkins with Miss Andrea at 10am, followed by Storytime under the cherry blossom at 11:30. The onsite craft area will be open all day long!

Solar Eclipse Activities & Viewing
2023-10-14 12:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Warren Public Library, 413 Main Street, Warren, 05674
Eclipse-themed experiments and crafts for the whole family. Use eclipse glasses to catch a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse at 1:20. Learn about the total solar eclipse coming in April 2024. Free and open to all.

Weekly Storytime at Inklings Children’s Books!
2023-10-17 09:30 - 10:15, 2023-10-24 09:30 - 10:15, 2023-10-31 09:30 - 10:15, 2023-11-07 09:30 - 10:15, 2023-11-14 09:30 - 10:15 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree.
And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.

Boyce Hill Volunteer Work Days
2023-10-28 00:00 - 2023-10-29 23:59 (America/New_York) | Boyce Hill Town Forest, 337 Boyce Rd., Fayston, Vermont, 05660
Fayston’s Boyce Hill needs volunteer help to maintain its views, open feel, historic hill farm stonework and trails. Thenext work weekend will be held on Saturday and Sunday, October 28-29, 2023. Preregister at https://forms.gle/TjFq7UG2t9uxsBey7 to help out.

Harvest Celebration & Block Party – CVHHHFundraiser
2023-10-28 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Warren Store, 284 Main Street, Warren, 05674
Are are invited to a Warren Village Block Party to raise money for Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, a well-loved and respected local non-profit organization . Buffet dinner and live music on the deck at The Warren Store.

Pizza & PG-13 Movie Night
2023-10-28 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Moretown Town Hall and Library, 1147 Route 100B, Moretown, 05660
Come to Moretown Library for a Halloween themed movie night geared towards anyone who watches PG-13 rated titles and featuring free pizza! Bring any other snacks or beverages and a cozy chair (or use one of ours). Visit our website for the movie title (hint: Cousin IT makes an appearance).

Halloween Celebration
2023-10-29 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Warren Public Library, 413 Main Street, Warren, 05674
Join the Warren School PTO and the Warren Public Library for story time, pumpkin carving, and a spooky treat potluck! Storytime starts at 11:30. Bring a pumpkin to carve and a spooky treat to share. Costumes encouraged! Small pumpkins and paints will be provided for little ones to decorate. Carved pumpkins can be left to decorate the town green for Halloween.

Halloween Storytime at Inklings Children’s Books
2023-10-31 09:30 - 10:45 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 31, for an extra special Halloween storytime! A morning filled with stories, crafts, and Musical Munchkins with Andrea.
Costumes welcome, but not required. Reading begins at 9:30a. Music starts at 10a!
Best for ages 1 – 4, but open to all!!

Neighborhood Toy Store Day Celebration
2023-11-04 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Collection, 110 Mad River Green Shopping Center, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Join us for our annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day Celebration, a day of fun, play and exploration! This is a FREE, RAIN or SHINE event, on SATURDAY 11/4 from 11-4pm! We look forward to playing with you!
Come and :
– Try New Games
– Explore in the Toddler Play Area
– Participate in fun Activities
– Get Secret Discounts
– & So Much More!!

Mountaintop Film Festival
2023-11-04 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Big Picture Theater & Cafe, 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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 The Waitsfield Children’s Center

Mountainfilm On Tour – Waitsfield
2023-11-04 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
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 of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. See the complete playlist at www.mountainfilm.org/tour/schedule.
Tickets for Mountainfilm on Tour in Waitsfield, VT can be purchased online at https://www.waitsfieldchildrenscenter.org.
Food and drinks are available from The Big Picture Café. The Café opens at 5pm.
Mountainfilm on Tour in Waitsfield, VT is hosted by The Waitsfield Children’s Center as a fundraiser to support their mission to provide high-quality, affordable childcare in the Mad River Valley. By purchasing Mountainfilm on Tour tickets, you can view an inspiring collection of films while also supporting The Waitsfield Children’s Center.

Author Reading at Inklings Children’s Books!
2023-11-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Inklings Children’s Books is so excited to welcome author Kristen Vincent on Saturday, November 11th at 10am!
HOPE BENEATH THE TREE is a heartwarming must-read that follows two children on a winter journey through an enchanted forest. It’s an adventurous story with wonderful characters, reminding us of the ‘true meaning of giving.’
Following the reading, Kristen will lead children through a wreath ornament craft!
KRISTEN VINCENT, M.S.W., is a resident of Shelburne, VT, where she lives with her husband and two children. You can often find her creating in her studio where she designs wreaths and teaches wreath making workshops for her business, Copper & Birch. Kristen is a former social worker who loves to volunteer her time to local causes in the community.

Spring Hill School Bid & Boogie Fundraiser
2023-11-17 00:00 (America/New_York)
Spring Hill School’s 24rd annual Bid & Boogie fundraiser is coming up soon!
THE BID: The online auction is open November 17 through 10:00am on Sunday, December 3rd. Winning items will be picked up at Spring Hill School on Sunday, December 3rd from 3:00pm- 6:00pm. Special thanks to our sponsors and the many local businesses, artisans and families who donated to the auction. Shop local for a great cause!
THE BOOGIE: Stay tuned for more information about The Valley’s best dance party (and Spring Hill School’s 40th birthday bash), spring 2024!

Spring Hill School Bid & Boogie Fundraiser
2023-11-17 00:00 (America/New_York)
Spring Hill School’s 24rd annual Bid & Boogie fundraiser is here!
THE BID: The online auction is open November 17 through 10:00am on Sunday, December 3rd. Winning items will be picked up at Spring Hill School on Sunday, December 3rd from 3:00pm- 6:00pm. Special thanks to our sponsors and the many local businesses, artisans and families who donated to the auction. Shop local for a great cause!
THE BOOGIE: Stay tuned for more information about The Valley’s best dance party (and Spring Hill School’s 40th birthday bash), spring 2024!

Farm and River Camps (Preschool too!)
2023-11-17 09:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-18 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Living Tree Alliance, 96 Living Tree Ln, Moretown, VT, 05660, United States
Living Tree Alliance’s camps immerse children in the life of the homestead, rivers and forests through farming, cooking, nature crafts, swimming, and forest and field games. In the afternoon, participants explore the forest through play, fort building and of course spend ample time splashing in the Mad River and Dowsville Creek. Preschoolers will be welcome this week. Please inquire about paying per diem if a child can not attend for the week.

The Songbird Project
2023-11-18 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House, 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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 Norah Jones and Don Henley to Van Morrison and Louis Armstrong. Donations will be shared with VINS. Follow us today on Facebook!
