The Mad River Valley Village

LIVE MUSIC: TSUNAMIBOTS W/MODEL 97
2025-04-19 20:30 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Surf punk played by angry robots? Yes, please!
The Tsunamibots make their debut on stage at Afterthoughts and will be joined by New York based rock/punk Band, Model 97.
FREE ENTRY
This will be a fantastic weekend for music so don’t miss it!
Open at 4pm for Peace Burger Food & Drinks from the bar.

Spring Brunch
2025-04-20 10:00 - 14:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Join us Easter Sunday for a bountiful spring brunch buffet.
Our brunch buffet has something for everyone: French toast, blintzes, scrambled eggs, leg of lamb and smoked ham from 5th Quarter Butcher, roasted chicken from Misty Knoll Farm, baked cod, smoked salmon, fresh breads, salads, assorted tarts, coconut macaroons and more…. Coffee, tea and juice included.
$65/adult
$30/child (12and under)
full bar available at additional cost
Reservations required.
Call or text us at 802-496-7555 for reservations

Taco Tuesday
2025-04-22 16:00 - 22:00 | Hyde Away, 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield, 05673
Mexican Themed Food and Drink Specials!

Live music at Deco Restaurant and Bar with Madigan Linnane
2025-04-23 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Hostel Tevere, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
Experience live music like never before every Wednesday with Madigan Linnane from 5:30-8:00 pm.
Join us for an unforgettable performance!

Boots & Burgers: Monthly Community Line Dancing @ Afterthoughts
2025-04-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-29 19:00 - 21:00 | After Thoughts, 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
After a great December Line Dancing pop-up at Afterthoughts, we’re making it a regular event!
LAST THURSDAY of the MONTH | every month through May, 2025
Join us for some low-stakes social dancing you can do solo. All are welcome!
Grab your boots and come have a bite courtesy of Peace Burger before line dancing with Larissa 7 to 9PM!
+ Peace Burger & bar are open from 5 PM
+ Line Dancing lessons + open dancing from 7 to 9 PM
Admission is pay what you wish at the door: Venmo (preferred) or cash
What to expect:
Dancing:
+ Larissa will be reviewing/teaching several line dances at multiple entry levels, starting with beginner and going up from there
+ see tutorial videos on the Farmsprung Gatherings event page to review dances that were taught at previous pop-ups
Venue:
+ Afterthoughts has a full bar that will be OPEN! I’ll build in some beverage breaks during the lesson
+ delicious smashburgers and MORE available for purchase from Peace Burger
Parking
+ along guard rail in main parking lot shared with Valley Meade
+ across Route 17 behind the Chamber of Commerce (next to Cousins Brewery—be careful crossing the road!)
+ a few spots up top along Route 100 in front of the Valley Meade sign (these are the Accessible spots)
Looking forward to dancing with you soon!

Boots & Burgers: Monthly Community Line Dancing @ Afterthoughts
2025-04-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-29 19:00 - 21:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
After a great December Line Dancing pop-up at Afterthoughts, we’re making it a regular event!
LAST THURSDAY of the MONTH | every month through May, 2025
PLEASE NOTE the March 27th has been rescheduled to April 3rd
Join us for some low-stakes social dancing you can do solo. All are welcome!
Grab your boots and come have a bite courtesy of Peace Burger before line dancing with Larissa 7 to 9PM!
+ Peace Burger & bar are open from 5 PM
+ Line Dancing lessons + open dancing from 7 to 9 PM
Admission is pay what you wish at the door: Venmo (preferred) or cash
What to expect:
Dancing:
+ Larissa will be reviewing/teaching several line dances at multiple entry levels, starting with beginner and going up from there
+ see tutorial videos on the Farmsprung Gatherings event page to review dances that were taught at previous pop-ups
Venue:
+ Afterthoughts has a full bar that will be OPEN! I’ll build in some beverage breaks during the lesson
+ delicious smashburgers and MORE available for purchase from Peace Burger
Parking
+ along guard rail in main parking lot shared with Valley Meade
+ across Route 17 behind the Chamber of Commerce (next to Cousins Brewery—be careful crossing the road!)
+ a few spots up top along Route 100 in front of the Valley Meade sign (these are the Accessible spots)
Looking forward to dancing with you soon!

LIVE MUSIC: PHISH FRIDAY FEATURING MARCUS REZAK’S GUMBO
2025-04-25 20:00 - 23:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Join us for an extra special Phish Friday featuring renowned Phish tribute band, Gumbo, lead by Marcus Rezak. NO COVER.
“Marcus Rezak is an eminent force in the world of modern guitar.”
“He is known as a road warrior, playing over 200 headlining shows throughout the US every year, and for his prowess as a bandleader, fronting a
bountiful roster of projects ranging from original compositions to his high-octane Grateful Dead tribute Band Shred is Dead and the recently
established Gumbo paying homage to Phish’s 1.0 era on an authentic 90s rig on Languedoc Guitars and coveted gear used by Trey Anastasio
during the band’s formative years. “

LIVE MUSIC: SETH YACAVONE BAND
2025-04-26 20:30 - 23:59 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Seth Yacavone Band is returning to the Mad River Valley to make their debut at Afterthoughts on April 26th.
Promoting their new album SYBLINGS Vol 1, get ready for a night of spreadable JAMS!
Open at 4pm for burgers and beers.
Tickets available at Seven days Tickets: https://sevendaystickets.com/e/seth-yacavone-band

NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S BINGO NIGHT
2025-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Not Your Grandma’s Bingo Night
Forget daubers and tea—This isn’t your grandma’s kind of Bingo, but feel free to bring her along for the fun.
Join us for a wild twist on the classic game featuring DJ .T.Rad spinning beats, bizarre prizes you didn’t know you needed, and good food and drinks to keep your cards full and your spirits high. It’s loud, it’s ridiculous, and it’s bingo like you’ve never played before. Bring your crew—we’re calling numbers and chaos all night long.
Free to play! 21+

MRV Libraries Pub Trivia
2025-05-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Hostel Tevere, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
The MRV Libraries May Pub Trivia is a special one as we are celebrating our third anniversary.
In honor of this milestone, our theme is Happy Anniversary and the questions are all about historical, movie, book and musical anniversaries in 2025. .

MUSIC: DJ MYTH
2025-05-02 20:30 - 23:59 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Get some much needed dance therapy on at Afterthoughts on Friday, May 2nd.
DJ Myth is back with host Shawn Caliber to spin the best tunes to move you on the dancefloor.
Free entry!
Open at 4pm for Burgers & Beers.

Green Valley Rally
2025-05-03 08:00 - 14:00 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
For the third consecutive year the Mad River Valley towns Green Up Committees are collaborating to make the most of the effort. They are coordinating their efforts under the banner of the Green Valley Rally. Vermont’s annual Green Up Day will take place on May 3, 2025 with the Green Valley Rally being the epicenter for all activities here in the MRV. It will take place at the Mad River Valley Welcome Center (at the corner of Routes 100 and 17) from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. People can stop by to pick up Green Up bags, morning snacks, and roadside assignments. People will also have the chance to learn more about volunteer opportunities with the Friends of the Mad River, stewardMRV, and Valley conservation and knotweed eradication programs, and other stewardship organizations.
GREEN UP DAY BOTTLE DRIVE
Organizers are asking all Green Up Day volunteers to separate clean(ish) refundable cans found along the roadsides this year. They will provide separate clear bags for these cans and ask that people bring the bags back to the Welcome Center. Funds raised from redeemed the cans are donated to the Mad River Valley Interfaith Council, which serves neighbors in need.
VOLUNTEER JOB FAIR
Starting at noon and running through 2 p.m. there will be a BBQ from noon to 2 p.m. for Green Up Day and stewardMRV volunteers. During that time there will also be a stewardMRV volunteer job fair. People can learn more about other conservation and stewardship opportunities. Representatives from various local organizations involved in stewardship in The Valley will be on hand to share information about volunteer opportunities. Those interested can look into becoming a stewardMRV site steward, a Friends of the Mad River Watch volunteer, a Mad River Path volunteer or even help out with the Mad River Valley Recreation District.
TIRE RECYCLING
The Mad River Resource Management Alliance (MRRMA) is collecting tires at the Earthwise Transfer Station on Green Up Day from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those who find a tire along a roadside can bring it to the transfer station for recycling free of charge. To recycle personal tires, the MRRMA will process those (with or without rims) for $5 each.
VOLUNTEER BBQ
There will be a BBQ for all Green Up day volunteers to come celebrate our collective efforts. The grill will be lit starting at noon! The John Packard Blues Band will be playing for the entertainment of our volunteers. Thanks to Afterthoughts and Valley Meade Dispensary for sponsoring the live music!
APRES GREEN UP DAY KENTUCKY DERBY AT Afterthoughts
Green Up Day always coincides with the Kentucky Derby so Afterthoughts will be hosting an Apres-Green Up Day Kentucky Derby party with a build your own Kentucky Derby hat contest. Entries must be made from repurposed, reused and reimagined materials (not necessarily litter from Green Up Day). The event will start around 4 pm, contest judging at 5 pm., Derby viewing at 6:50.
For more Green Up Day information contact:

Waitsfield: Bri Skoldberg, briskoldberg@gmail.com, 802-829-0878
Fayston: Patty Pasley, plpasley@gmail.com, 802-825-1893
Warren: Warren Town Office, clerk@warrenvt.org, 802-496-2709
Moretown: Mike Dimotsis, dimotsisjane@gmail.com, 802-469-2812
Swim Holes, Ira Shadis, ira@friendsofthemadriver.org

LIVE MUSIC: THE E-BLOCK
2025-05-03 20:30 - 23:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
The E-Block is a 4-piece R&B band originated in upstate New York, blending the acoustic warmth of singer-songwriter music with an ice-cold rhythm section informed by modern R&B.
With a deep bag of influences and free-flowing style, The E-Block has earned a reputation as a unique live act in the New York scene and beyond.
FREE SHOW!

Mother’s Day Tea
2025-05-10 12:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-11 12:30 - 16:30 | The Inn at Round Barn Farm, 1661 East Warren Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Treat Mom to a Very Vermon-Tea Afternoon! Saturday May 10th or Sunday May 11th, 12:30-4:30pm.
The very best of a proper British Tea with a Vermont twist. You’ll be presented with savories, scones, and sweets, all made in-house with an endless pot of tea of British and Vermont Artisan teas to choose from.
Honor the mothers in your life with this delightful experience.
$49pp/ kids $19 advance tickets, multiple seatings

LIVE MUSIC: THE NEON RAMBLERS
2025-05-10 20:30 - 23:30 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
The Neon Ramblers are back on stage at Afterthoughts this Saturday to treat you and your ears to some modern tunes with a bluegrass twist.
Invite your favorite mom and treat her to an Early Mother’s Day treat.
$10 at the door. Music starts at 8:30PM.
Open at 4pm for Peace Burger Smashes & Drinks from the bar.

Mother’s Day Takeaway Feast
2025-05-11 09:00 - 12:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Celebrate Mom with a Thoughtfully Prepared Mother’s Day Takeaway Feast
Make Mother’s Day effortless and delicious with our curated takeaway menu—perfect for a relaxed family gathering at home. Choose from beautifully crafted mains, fresh seasonal sides, and indulgent dessert to create a meal Mom will love.
Signature Mains
Select from 3 delicious entrées—order as many as you need for your celebration:
The Farmer – Sliced Maple Dijon Chicken
The Forager – Mushroom, Spring Onion & Chèvre Tart
The Fisherman – House Crab Cakes
Seasonal Sides (included with every order)
• Spring Salad with Strawberries, Sliced Almonds, Pecorino & Poppyseed Dressing
• Fresh Herbed Couscous
• Potato Rösti
• Lemony Asparagus Salad
• Melon, Pistachios & Mint with Honey Yogurt Dressing
• Mushroom Bisque
• Fresh Baked Focaccia
Sweet Endings
• Every meal includes Apple Crumble Tart
A La Carte Additions
Looking to round out your table? Add these crowd-pleasers:
• Creamy Mac n’ Cheese
• Sliced Misty Knoll Maple Dijon Chicken Breast
• House smoked Smoked Salmon
✨ How It Works:
• Pre-order your Mother’s Day meal by noon on Wednesday May 7
• Pick up on Sunday May 11 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Simple reheating instructions included—so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating Mom.

Waitsfield Farmer’s Market
2025-05-17 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Mad River Green Shops, 107 M, waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Rain or Shine, May 17th to October 18th. 9AM to 1PM.
Enjoy local food, live music, and support local Vermont small businesses.
Our vendors consist of 57+ small family farms, handmade artisans, and unique culinary producers.

Cornhole Tournament
2025-05-17 17:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Who’s up for some Cornhole?!
Stop into Afterthoughts this Saturday 5/17 and throw down with Taylor and Zero Gravity Beer. We’ll have beer specials, prizes and a good time.
Free to play, but RSVP to Taylor@afterthoughtsvt.com.
Space is limited.

PING PONG NIGHT- ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!
2025-05-22 20:00 - 22:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
PING PONG ENTHUSIASTS AND APPRECIATORS UNITE!
Paddles up! 🏓 Whether you’re a first-timer or a pong pro, join us for a chill night of ping pong, laughs, and good vibes. All skill levels welcome — just bring your game face and let’s play!
Thursday, May 22. 8-10pm
Open at 4pm for burgers and beers.

Dinner is back at 1824 House
2025-05-23 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-24 17:00 - 20:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
🌿 Dinner is Back at 1824 House! 🍽️
Join us this weekend—Friday & Saturday from 5–8 PM—as we kick off dinner service in the heart of the Mad River Valley!
✨ Enjoy a cozy, flavorful evening featuring house specialties like:
• Cioppino – a coastal classic with shrimp, clams, mussels & cod in aromatic broth
• Misty Knoll Chicken – Vermont-raised, paired with creamy corn risotto
• 5th Qtr Pork Ribs – slow-cooked with KC BBQ sauce, baked beans & coleslaw
• Fried Mozzarella, Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends, & more tempting starters
• Build your own Chimichurri Bowl with shrimp, chicken, skirt steak, or smoked cauliflower
💚 Dine with purpose: Purchase a Community Pantry Dinner for just $12 and we’ll match it—together supporting the Mad River Valley Community Pantry with two meals for every one purchased.
📅 Limited seating—reservations highly recommended
Come hungry. Leave happy.

LIVE MUSIC: CEDAR
2025-05-23 20:30 - 23:30 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Join us in welcoming Instrumental rock band, CEDAR to the stage at Afterthoughts.
Free Show!
Open at 4pm for Burgers & Beers. Music at 8:30PM.
Open Thursday to Sunday 4pm to close.

Benedicts in the Barn
2025-05-25 08:00 - 12:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Feast on Eggs Benedict (classic & creative!), fluffy pancakes, house made corned beef hash, custom omelettes, smoked salmon toast, and premium meats from 5th Quarter Butcher—all served in our cozy, rustic barn setting.

NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S BINGO NIGHT W/DJ T.RAD
2025-05-25 18:00 - 20:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
DJ T.RAD is back with another fun-filled evening of Bingo, Burgers and Bodacious prizes!
$5 to play.

The Songbird Project: Love Colors
2025-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Live Music! Singing duo performs classic rock, blues and folk.
Highlights include Moody Blues, John Legend, Fleetwood Mac and Alannah Myles.
Two secret special guests will be joining.
Music runs 6-8:30;
Peace Burgers will be serving!
