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Tuesday Tunes: John Lackard Blues Duo

Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Regular Taproom favorite John Lackard brings his blues and rock n’ roll back to the stage.  

MRV Chamber Offers Community Training on Gender-Based Violence Awareness and Prevention

Sugarbush Resort – Mt. Ellen Fayston, Vermont

Mad River Valley, VT – In the Mad River Valley, we believe that safety is a fundamental right for all who live, work, and visit here. In alignment with our commitment to fostering a safe and welcoming community, the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to continue our Stand Up For Safety campaign. […]

MRV Chamber Mad Mingle at Warren Store

Join Us for a Festive Mad Mingle Mixer at The Warren Store! The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than gathering with your fellow business colleagues for an evening of connection, laughter, and cheer? We are thrilled to announce that the next Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce Mad Mingle […]

Climate and Ecology Book Discussion

Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

Join the Warren Public Library and the Friends of the Mad River for a discussion of Porter Fox’s “The Last Winter: The Scientists, Adventurers, Journeymen, and Mavericks Trying to Save the World.” This nonfiction adventure recounts the author’s travels along the Northern Hemisphere’s snow line along while profiling the climate change experts and activists working […]

Two for Christmas – a staged reading

Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelier

Vermont’s award-winning professional theater presents favorite poet/playwright David Budbill’s wondrous and whacky “Two for Christmas” in a new version emphasizing enjoyment for the whole family. An unique alternative to The Christmas Carol, Two For Christmas is two shows in one! Travel back in time to 1479 England in “The Second Shepherds Play,” —and end up […]

Fresh Catch Thursday

Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Join us every Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00pm as Nor’Easter Catering serves up fresh oysters on the half shell and other tasty sea treats! Pair it with a $5 pint of our Nitro Irish Stout!

Two for Christmas – a staged reading

Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelier

Vermont’s award-winning professional theater presents favorite poet/playwright David Budbill’s wondrous and whacky “Two for Christmas” in a new version emphasizing enjoyment for the whole family. An unique alternative to The Christmas Carol, Two For Christmas is two shows in one! Travel back in time to 1479 England in “The Second Shepherds Play,” —and end up […]

BAKED BEADS 3-for-$20 POP-UP JEWELRY & SCARF SALE

Baked Beads 6973 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

• All Earrings, Necklaces, Bracelets & Scarves Priced at 3-for-$20 • 75% Off Previous Season Styles, One-of-a-Kind Designs & Production Samples • Silver, Gold, Brass, Sparkle, Enamel, Natural Stones, Big & Small • Plus Rings, Hair Accessories, Pouches, Key Chains, Beads & More • Come enjoy the thrill of finding bargains with our helpful crew, […]

Winter Bazaar at Camp Meade

Camp Meade 961 ROUTE 2, middlesex

The Planetary Art Institute and ONE Arts invite you to a Winter Bazaar at Camp Meade! Three days to explore… ART: Artisan holiday market, local Youth Art Show, cabin studio displays + creative projects for ALL AGES! FOOD: Warm drinks, Red Hen chili + bread, Friday wine + beer from The Local + food trucks […]

Climb It For Climate – Touring Rally & Climate Ski Film Fest

Sugarbush Resort Warren

Calling all backcountry touring enthusiasts, outdoor recreationists, and those concerned about our changing climate! Join Friends of the Mad River and the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition for an uphill touring rally and climate-focused ski film fest this Friday. The evening will begin with an uphill tour of Lincoln Peak followed by screenings of climate […]

Community Line Dancing: December Pop-Up!

After Thoughts 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

Larissa Ursprung (Farmsprung Gatherings LLC) is offering more LINE DANCING lessons by popular demand! Pop-ups at different venues throughout the Mad River Valley–times and locations TBD on a monthly basis throughout the winter. Come for some low-stakes social dancing you can do solo. All are welcome! Admission: Pay what you wish at the door via […]

Opening Day of the 2024/2025 Ski Season

While we can’t guarantee it, we always strive to open on the second Saturday in December, ultimately Mother Nature decides when we ski. Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for the most up-to-the-minute information surrounding opening day. December 11, 1948 Mad River Glen opened to the public for the first time, whisking […]

Author / Illustrator Liza Woodruff Visits Inklings Children’s Books!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Inklings is thrilled to welcome back author & illustrator Liza Woodruff on Saturday, December 14th at 10am! Liza will be reading PHIL’S BIG DAY: A GROUNDHOGS STORY, the story of young Punxsatawney Phil on the eve of his big day. Will Phil’s anxiety get in the way or, with a little help, will he take […]

BAKED BEADS 3-for-$20 POP-UP JEWELRY & SCARF SALE

Baked Beads 6973 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

• All Earrings, Necklaces, Bracelets & Scarves Priced at 3-for-$20 • 75% Off Previous Season Styles, One-of-a-Kind Designs & Production Samples • Silver, Gold, Brass, Sparkle, Enamel, Natural Stones, Big & Small • Plus Rings, Hair Accessories, Pouches, Key Chains, Beads & More • Come enjoy the thrill of finding bargains with our helpful crew, […]

Maker’s Market (Week 2 of 2)

Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

We’ve got a full roster of vendors for our pop-up winter markets on Saturday November 30th and Saturday December 14th. The markets will kick off when we open at 11am each of those days and go until 3pm. Twenty local vendors will be joining us for each market, with largely different vendors each week. This […]

Winter Bazaar at Camp Meade Day 2

Camp Meade 961 ROUTE 2, middlesex

The Planetary Art Institute and ONE Arts invite you to a Winter Bazaar at Camp Meade! Three days to explore… ART: Artisan holiday market, local Youth Art Show, cabin studio displays + creative projects for ALL AGES! FOOD: Warm drinks, Red Hen chili + bread, Friday wine + beer from The Local + food trucks […]

An Afternoon Concert with Cello & Piano

Moretown United Methodist Church 962 Route 100B, Moretown

Moretown United Methodist Church hosts An Afternoon Concert of Christmas/Winter Music with cellist Melisa Perley and pianist Michiko Oishi, featuring arrangements of traditional Christmas Christmas carols & other winter pieces

Wall Of Fame Celebration

Sugarbush Resort Warren

Join us for inducting our class of 2024 Wall of Fame members.The Sugarbush Wall of Fame was established as part of the resort’s 60th anniversary celebration, and annually recognizes those who have made a significant contribution to “cultivating a spirit of lifelong adventure and camaraderie among Sugarbush staff, guests, and the community.”Check back soon for […]

Sugarbush Wall Of Fame Celebration Honoring Win Smith

Gate House

Join us this Saturday, December 14th, as we honor Win Smith at the Sugarbush Wall of Fame Celebration. Established during the resort’s 60th anniversary, the Wall of Fame annually recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to fostering a spirit of lifelong adventure and camaraderie among Sugarbush staff, guests, and the community.

SugarBash Celebration

Gate House

Grab your dancing shoes and join us for our annual    Sugarbash        Celebration in the Gate House Lodge. Enjoy live music along with food and beverage.Check back soon for more information

Mad River Chorale Holiday Concerts

Waitsfield United Church of Christ 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

The Mad River Chorale will once again bring glorious music to our community for the holiday season. 47 singers along with 13 instrumentalists bring wishes of Joy to ALL regardless of spiritual orientation! Audience participation for carols & Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus included.

Flannel & Pajama Holiday Boogie Down

After Thoughts 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

Come Party in your comfiest holiday Pj’s & Flannel. Live Music with Running in Circles. Followed by tunes from DJ Steal Wool. Food offerings provided by Peace Burger, late night menu available until 11pm.

Nutcracker Storytime and Dance Party at Inklings!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Join guest Sanna Gibbons at Inklings Children’s Books for a very special storytime on Sunday, December 15th from 11am – 12pm. Sanna will read The Nutcracker while leading children to dance throughout the story. Free and open to all!

Winter Bazaar at Camp Meade Day 3

Camp Meade 961 ROUTE 2, middlesex

The Planetary Art Institute and ONE Arts invite you to a Winter Bazaar at Camp Meade! Three days to explore… ART: Artisan holiday market, local Youth Art Show, cabin studio displays + creative projects for ALL AGES! FOOD: Warm drinks, Red Hen chili + bread, Friday wine + beer from The Local + food trucks […]

A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story” performed by Willem Lange

Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelier

Famed & beloved Yankee storyteller Willem Lange is back once again – Live and On Stage (and livestreamed) at Lost Nation Theater performing his reading of “A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story” by Charles Dickens. Lange uses the cutting of the novel Dickens himself used when performing the tale. Emmy-winner Lange’s tradition of reading Dickens’ […]

Mad River Chorale Holiday Concerts

Waterbury Congregational Church 8 N Main St, Waterbury, VT

The Mad River Chorale will once again bring glorious music to our community for the holiday season. 47 singers along with 13 instrumentalists bring wishes of Joy to ALL regardless of spiritual orientation! Audience participation for carols & Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus included.

Steelers Bar(n) @1824 House

1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

Yinz can come dahn and wutch the stillers on the tv. We are just north of tahn on hundrid. Translation: Come out and watch the Steelers play the Philadelphia Eagles on the 65″ TV in our Barn. Our food menu includes Pierogies, our “Burgh” sandwich with fries and slaw on it, a Pittsburgh Salad with […]

Valley Ski and Ride Week

Lincoln Peak 102 Forest Dr, Warren, VT 05674

Start your season strong with Valley Ski & Ride Week, a five-day program designed for adult skiers and riders of all abilities (except first timers—we’ve got programs just for you!). From December 16–20, enjoy top-tier professional instruction tailored to help you fine-tune your technique or master a new skill set. Beyond the clinics, this week […]

Tuesday Tunes: Sammy B

Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Sammy Blanchette, aka Sammy B, is a New England based singer/songwriter multi-instrumentalist who’s career spans nearly two decades. His performance career began primarily out of Southern Connecticut and has since found a primary home in Southern Vermont in the Okemo Valley as of 2018. Like most start up musicians, Sammy began playing out in bars and […]

Dawn to Dusk Patrol

Mad River Glen 57 Schuss Pass Road, Waitsfield

Description: Skiers and riders will meet at either Sugarbush or Mad River Glen each week. The event leader will communicate the details each week via email/text to all who opt in to the group.  Feel free to email info@mrvbc.org for more info.  Uphill passes required at Sugarbush and you must be a member of MRVBC. […]

Fresh Catch Thursday

Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Join us every Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00pm as Nor’Easter Catering serves up fresh oysters on the half shell and other tasty sea treats! Pair it with a $5 pint of our Nitro Irish Stout!

Live Music Aprés in Stark’s Pub

Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays throughout the ski season, we’ll showcase a rotating lineup of talented local artists. Be sure to check out our event calendar for a full […]

Live Music Aprés in Stark’s Pub

Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays throughout the ski season, we’ll showcase a rotating lineup of talented local artists. Be sure to check out our event calendar for a full […]

Author Carrie Kruck Visits Inklings Children’s Books!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Inklings is excited to welcome author Carrie Kruck on Saturday, December 21st at 10am for a reading of her brand new book, IGGY WHO BREATHES FIRE. Children will meet Iggy, a fiery new hero who knows exactly what she’s about—no matter what others think. This hilarious picture book celebrates self-awareness. Following the reading, Carrie will […]

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours

Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains as well as […]

Champagne Cowbell Party

GML Mt Ellen

Celebrate Mt Ellen’s opening day with aChampagne Party! Test your cork-shooting prowess and hit the cowbell hanging from the rafters, enter giveaways to win sweet prizes, boogie to live music, and have a bite and a drink from the Green Mountain Lounge!More information coming soon!

SKATIUM Open Air Ice Skating Rink

Skatium Ice Rink 40 Slow Road, Waitsfield

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 […]

Solstice Celebration at the Big Picture

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

A free community event featuring 3p – the classic Christmas movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” 5p – Carol singing with pianist Carey Bennet 6p – Community potluck: bring a dish to share! 7p – a Moth-Inspired Storytelling event hosted by Phantom Theater with the theme: Stories of the Solstice & Transformation. A great family friendly […]

Steelers Bar(n) @1824 House

1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

Yinz can come dahn and wutch the stillers on the tv. We are just north of tahn on hundrid. Translation: Come out and watch the Steelers play the Baltimore Ravens on the 65″ TV in our Barn. Our food menu includes Pierogies, our “Burgh” sandwich with fries and slaw on it, a Pittsburgh Salad with […]

Co-op Board of Trustees Meeting

The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly, except July and August. All Co-op Shareholders are encouraged to attend Board meetings. Stay abreast of what is happening at America’s only skier-owned mountain by checking out the latest Board Meeting Minutes. If you have a comment, question or concern for the board you can reach them by emailing coopboard@madriverglen.com […]

Solstice Stargazing

Moretown Recreation Fields 79 School Street, Moretown, Vermont, United States

Drop in anytime and explore the sky on the longest night of the year with Joel Greene from the Vermont Astronomical Society. Telescopes, binoculars and hot chocolate will be provided, please make sure to dress to be comfortable outside. Sponsored by Moretown Library.

Onion River Chorus winter concerts

Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

In a program featuring “Frostiana” by American composer Randall Thompson, the Onion River Chorus will be presenting their winter concerts on Dec. 21st and 22nd. There will be a reception following the Sunday concert, with proceeds to benefit the Montpelier Food Pantry. Onion River Chorus is happy to offer special admission pricing for this concert. […]

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours

Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains as well as […]

Mrs. Claus Elf Party at Inklings Children’s Books!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Join Mrs. Claus at Inklings Children’s Books for an Elf Party! Cookies, crafts, and drinks for all. People dressed as an elf will get an official elf certificate from Mrs. Claus herself, direct from the North Pole!! FREE and open to all.

SKATIUM Open Air Ice Skating Rink

Skatium Ice Rink 40 Slow Road, Waitsfield

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 […]

SKATIUM Open Air Ice Skating Rink

Skatium Ice Rink 40 Slow Road, Waitsfield

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 […]

Winter Solstice Tea Party at Joslin Memorial Library

Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield

Join Joslin Library and music-maker Lynn Noble on one of the shortest days of the year for our 5th annual celebration of light and community. We’ll have tea, goodies, a cozy fire, a shadow puppet show, and plenty of songs and chants to get us in the spirit. All are welcome. Please be sure to […]

Onion River Chorus winter concerts

Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

In a program featuring “Frostiana” by American composer Randall Thompson, the Onion River Chorus will be presenting their winter concerts on Dec. 21st and 22nd. There will be a reception following the Sunday concert, with proceeds to benefit the Montpelier Food Pantry. Onion River Chorus is happy to offer special admission pricing for this concert. […]

Onion River Chorus winter concerts

Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

In a program featuring “Frostiana” by American composer Randall Thompson, the Onion River Chorus will be presenting their winter concerts on Dec. 21st and 22nd. There will be a reception following the Sunday concert, with proceeds to benefit the Montpelier Food Pantry. Onion River Chorus is happy to offer special admission pricing for this concert. […]



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