The Mad River Valley Village

SKATIUM Open Air Ice Skating Rink
2025-01-05 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-11 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-12 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-18 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-19 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-25 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-26 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-01 12:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | Skatium Ice Rink, 40 Slow Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Come and enjoy open air ice skating and stick n’ puck hockey in the heart of downtown Waitsfield!
We will be open weekends and holidays from 12pm – 10pm, weather permitting. If we cannot open or our hours will change, we will post an update on facebook.com/skatium.
For more information and to purchase a Season Pass, see our website at skatiumvt.org.

LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Straightjacket Slumber Party!
2025-01-08 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-05 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Mad River Barn
Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Straightjacket Slumber Party. Open 5pm – 9pm.

Socrates Cafe open to the public – Discussion Question: How do we “live now” while still respecting the past?
2025-01-09 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Harwood Union High School Library, 458 Route 100, Duxbury, VT, 05660
Join us for the next Community Socrates Café
January 9th from 5:00 to 6:30 PM
Discussion Question: How do we “live now” while still respecting the past?
Students from Harwood’s Harkness Leadership class will be hosting a community Socrates Café on Thursday, January 9th from 5:00 to 6:30 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. For questions and more information, please contact Adam Sargent at asargent@huusd.org.

Children’s Poetry Workshop at Inklings Children’s Books!
2025-01-11 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
What is poetry? What are the rules (if any)? Can I write a poem? Writer Erika Nichols-Frazer is leading a poetry workshop for young people curious about this beautiful art form that people have expressed themselves with for thousands of years.
Erika will share examples of different types of poetry, talking about the different approaches of each writer. She’ll also give everyone the opportunity to write something of their own and also write something as a group!
RECOMMENDED AGE: 8 – 12
DATE: January 11th – 21st, 11AM – 12:30PM

DragonBoot String Quartet
2025-01-11 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Waterbury Congregational Church, 8 N. Main Street a 8 N. Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
Eleva Chamber Players Presents The DragonBoot String Quartet
The Eleva Chamber Players will present the New York City-based DragonBoot String Quartet on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3 PM at the United Church of Christ/Waterbury Congregational Church (8 North Main Street, Waterbury). Admission is $25, $20 for Seniors, Students. Tickets are available at https://www.elevachamberplayers.com or at the door.
DragonBoot, a quartet of vibrant and exceptionally talented young musicians, poised at the brink of promising careers, will perform music of two familiar composers, and will also introduce the audience to the work of a contemporary American composer. The program will include Haydn’s String Quartet Op.33 No. 1, Mozart’s String Quartet No. 21 in D – K575 and Caroline Shaw’s Three Essays for String Quartet.
The DragonBoot String Quartet includes violinists Cate Carson and Katya Moeller, violist Sydney Whipple (an Eleva member) and cellist Lila Holyoke. Built on a foundation of deep musical relationships, the members of this ensemble have fostered musical connections that have survived the test of time. Violinist Cate Carson and violist Sydney Whipple first played together at the California Summer Music Festival—over ten years ago. Cellist Lila Holyoke and violinist Katya Moeller have performed together in chamber ensembles for three consecutive years. Most recently, Lila and Cate performed together for seven weeks, sharing chamber works with children at Kneisel Hall. The DragonBoot String Quartet is the ultimate fusion of these avid chamber musicians, finally coming together at The Juilliard School. They are currently in the Honors Chamber Music Program at Juilliard, coaching with former Cavani Quartet member, Merry Peckham and Juilliard Provost and violist, Adam Meyer.
The Eleva Chamber Players is Central Vermont’s only professional string chamber orchestra and was founded in April of 2006 in Waterbury, Vermont with the mission of elevating the human spirit through music. Eleva’s concerts feature fine musicianship and fascinating dialogue that is both educational and inspiring. The conductor-less orchestra operates using a collaborative process and is composed of professional musicians with distinguished international careers from throughout Vermont and the United States. In addition to its annual November concerts, Eleva has conducted concert tours of Vermont wineries and various house concerts around the country.

LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Al’s Pals!
2025-01-15 17:30 - 20:30 UTC, 2025-01-29 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York), 2025-02-12 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Mad River Barn
Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Al’s Pals. Open 5pm – 9pm.

Concerts for a Cause – Doug Shick
2025-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Warren United Church, 339 Main St, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
Concerts for a Cause is excited to start 2025 with a concert on Wednesday, January 15 at 7 pm featuring Doug Shick. The concert is free but donations are welcomed to support the Mad River Valley Ambulance Service (MRVAS).
Doug lives in Warren and performs regularly at the Hancock Hotel and other local venues. As a member of the Woodstock generation himself, he has developed an authentic and eclectic “boomer-friendly” repertoire with appeal for all ages featuring songs from the 1920s to the 2020s. Doug is a former member of MRVAS, having served as an EMT for 9 years. He’s excited to share his musical talents to benefit the valuable services that MRVAS provides to our community.
Please join us on January 15, 7 pm, at Warren United Church to hear some great music and support our local ambulance service.
Concerts for a Cause is an ongoing concert series that aims to bring music to the community while supporting local Vermont charities. Warren United Church has graciously donated the space for these concerts. The featured musician for each concert selects the Vermont-based charity they would like their concert to benefit. We are seeking additional musicians to perform in the coming months, so please contact the coordinator, Christopher Cummiskey, at mrvcfac@gmail.com if you are a musician who would like to donate your talents to a concert

Third Thursday Mystery Movie Club
2025-01-16 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Corner School Resource Center of Granville Vermont, 75 Post Office Hill 75 Post Office Hill, Granville, Vermont, 05747, United States
Come watch a classic film with your friends and neighbors in a cool space, as the movie gods intended!
On the third Thursday of each month, a friend of the Corner School Resource Center chooses a favorite film to share. The host is well-known to the community, but the title of their movie won’t be revealed until we show it. (That’s the mystery part!) This month, our guest hosts are Dick and Dorothy Robson of Hancock, esteemed actors and musicians and the founders of the White River Valley Players. They’ve picked a comedic crime musical, filled with Hollywood stars and sure to please the whole family.
Rated PG-13. Homemade soup, bread and cookies by donation. Bring your own beverage.
The movie is FREE. Doors open at 4:45.

January 18: Cocoa and Canvas
2025-01-18 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Waterbury Recreation Building, 27 Butler Street, Waterbury VT 05676 27 Butler Street, Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
The Waterbury Recreation Department has partnered with Enchanted Paintbrush for a family-friendly instructional paint night to benefit the Recreation Department. Participants will be painting their very own creations. Artist and Instructor Kellie DeCicco will help beginner-to-advanced painters with their masterpieces.
Paintings will be dried at the end of class or available for pick up at the Recreation Department at a later date.
The event will take place ahead of our Recreation Building at 27 Butler Street in Waterbury on Saturday, January 18 at 4pm. The event is planned to take place ahead of our Annual Christmas Tree Bonfire, which takes place at 6pm in Anderson Park (same address/location).
All supplies and cocoa are provided with registration fee.
$35 per person and all proceeds benefit the Waterbury Recreation Department.
Registration Link: https://waterburyvt.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30098

Christmas Tree Bonfire
2025-01-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Waterbury Recreation Building, 27 Butler Street, Waterbury VT 05676 27 Butler Street, Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
Waterbury Recreation hosts the Christmas tree annual Bonfire.
The Bonfire is possible because of residents’ Christmas trees, local Boy Scout Troop, Fire Department, and many volunteers. If we have the outdoor ice rink set up, public ice skating can occur.
There will also be baked goods for sale to benefit the Waterbury Rec Summer Camp Scholarship program.
No registration required – Free

LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Ragged Company!
2025-01-22 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Mad River Barn
Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Ragged Company. Open 5pm – 9pm.

Dinner with Dayna Lorentz at Inklings Children’s Books!
2025-01-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join award-winning author, Dayna Lorentz, for a reading from her riveting middle grade book, “Wayward Creatures.” Following the reading, Dayna will answer questions from children. She’ll also share insight into how she approaches her writing – all while enjoying delicious food!!
Registration is FREE. Only 20 seats are available. Please RSVP at inklingschildrensbooks@gmail.com
Purchase a copy of “Wayward Creatures” in advance, using the event link!
Date: January 24th, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Inklings Children’s Books
Dinner: Provided

Kids SIM Take Over
2025-01-24 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Parents, Enjoy a Night Out—We’ll Keep the Kids Entertained!
Calling all kids ages 6-12! Join us for an evening of fun and games at the SHARC SIM Rooms. While you’re immersed in exciting activities supervised by our friendly Sugarbush staff, your parents can relax and enjoy a night out.
Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Gaming adventures and activities in the SIM Rooms
Pizza, popcorn, and drinks included
Drop-off is at 6 PM, and pick-up is at 9 PM. Let us handle the fun while your parents take a well-deserved break.
Reservations are required, and spots are limited to the first 18 kids. Cost is $60 per child. Secure your spot today!

You Can Cartoon! at Joslin Memorial Library
2025-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Come get your doodle on at Joslin Library! If you love perusing the graphic novel section of the library and have always wanted to make your own comic strip, this is the program for you!
We’ll cover all the basics from designing your characters to dialogue.
Recommended for children kindergarten and older. Drop-off friendly although caregivers are welcome to join, light refreshments will be served.
Register here: https://forms.gle/KAFCqhy2uEGSaXLDA

Meet Vermont’s Coolest Reptiles and Amphibians!
2025-01-25 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Glen, 57 Schuss Pass Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Calling all curious kids and families! Join us on Saturday, January 25th, at 5 pm for an all-ages chance to discover some of Vermont’s most fascinating critters—reptiles and amphibians!
Have you ever wanted to see a snake or a frog up close? This is your chance! Plus, there will be touchable artifacts for a hands-on experience perfect for the whole family. Not a big fan of snakes? Don’t worry—we’ll help you feel more comfortable and show you just how amazing they are.
This FREE event led by expert staff from the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum, starts at 5 p.m. on the third floor of the Mad River Glen Basebox.
Pre-registration is encouraged to save your spot — click the following link to register (https://bit.ly/411QxhJ). Join us in exploring Vermont’s wild side and make it a night to remember!

Siber Sled Dogs at Inklings Children’s Books!
2025-02-09 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join Siber Sled Dogs at Inklings on February 9th, from 10am – 11am.
Owner Milagro Amaya Turner will share her children’s book, SIBER SLED DOGS and children will have the chance to meet Siberian Huskies!!
