MadLove Mondays
2025-12-08 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

$5 pours of all our draft beers all day
Mac and cheese specials
Double your Toast loyalty points
20% off cases of beer in our retail shop
Our favorite recorded live shows over the speakers. Have a favorite? Let us know!
Also! Monthly artist spotlights and community features

MRV Chamber Marketing Workshop
2025-12-09 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Remote, United States
The next of our monthly Marketing workshops will take place on Tuesday August 12th at 9:30 am. The month the plan is to “Put a Social Media Manager on the Hot Seat”. This will be your opportunity to ask professional media marketing consultant, Brittany Winfield, any questions you have regarding social media, email and web design. No need to register in advance for ththis remote meeting. Here is the meeting access info:
Join with Google Meet:
https://meet.google.com/hmt-dvim-cvg
PIN: 703922603#
Or dial: (US) +1 336-864-0746
View all the previous workshops on the Marketing Resources Playlist on MRV’s Chamber’s YouTube Channel. In addition, each workshop has an E-Book to document the workshop. Workshops are held on the second Tuesday of each month.

Monthly Marketing Workshop
2025-12-09 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Remote, United States
Monthly Marketing Workshops
Level up your marketing game—one month at a time. As a Mad River Valley Chamber member, you have access to a unique resource designed to give your business a competitive edge: Monthly Marketing Workshops. These sessions are practical, approachable, and packed with tools you can use right away to grow your business. What to Expect Held on the second Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM, our workshops cover the full spectrum of marketing, including: Social media strategy & content creation Email marketing campaigns Website design and optimization tips Creative branding approaches Real-time Q&A to tackle your unique challenges
Led by Brittany Winfield, Chief Inspiration Officer of The Winfield Creative, these workshops are built to spark new ideas and give you actionable next steps. With over 10 years of marketing experience, an MBA from Champlain College, and a passion for helping businesses shine online, Brittany brings both expertise and energy to every session. Easy to Join No registration required—just drop in and join the conversation:
Join via Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/hmt-dvim-cvg
Call-in PIN: 703922603#
Missed a session? No problem. Every workshop is recorded and archived on our YouTube Marketing Playlist for on-demand viewing. You’ll also find downloadable E-Books that make it easy to reference key insights anytime.
Why It Matters
This isn’t just about marketing tips—it’s about building a culture of collaboration and community. Thanks to our partnership with Brittany, the Chamber is also: Hosting a monthly consultation with our various Sector Groups to align efforts. Providing business owner trainings that strengthen the Valley’s collective marketing power. Developing a tracking system to evaluate and improve results over time. The Monthly Marketing Workshops are a powerful member benefit and a great example of how the MRV Chamber is stepping up to give local businesses the tools they need to thrive.

International Boutique
2025-12-09 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-10 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-11 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-12 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Masonic Hall, 4376 Main St., Waitsfield, 05673
This holiday season, do your shopping in the exotic bazaars and markets of over a dozen countries, without leaving Vermont. And get great gifts at wholesale prices.
The 40th annual International Boutique begins Saturday, Dec. 6 through Dec 13. Thick pile carpets, lovely jewelry, cashmere blankets, silk scarves, sparkly wall hangings, woven pillow covers, metal art, great clothes, fleece lined wool coats and hats, unique handicrafts and super fun ornaments from all over the world. All at wholesale prices!
The Boutique is a benefit for Amurtel; all profits support projects for women and children here in Vermont and around the world.
10am to 6pm on Saturday, and noon to 6pm on Sunday and weekdays. The Masonic Lodge on Rte 100 in Waitsfield Village.
There isn’t a better way to shop for the holidays and feel so good about it.

Taco Tuesday
2025-12-09 16:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Hyde Away, 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield, 05673
$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

Tuesday Tunes: Bruce Sklar and The Sklarkestra
2025-12-09 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Bruce Sklar and The Sklarkestra return to the Lawson’s Finest taproom to throw down some serious tunes!

Sunshine Brat Wednesdays
2025-12-10 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
This ain’t your grandpa’s beer and a bratwurst.
Every Wednesday come to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for some big time flavor: A massive jalapeño cheddar beer bratwurst made with Sip of Sunshine by our friends at 5th Quarter Butcher, served on a pretzel bun made by none other than Patrick from Green Mountain Twisters Pretzels, comes with a side of crispy greens and a side of German potato salad, and your choice of draft beer! All of this for just $20! Are we kidding?! Never. We’re all business, baby.

Holiday Cheese + Wine Pairing Class
2025-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | von Trapp Farmstead, 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Join us at the von Trapp farm for a special Cheese + Wine Pairing class on Wednesday Dec 10th, 6:00-8pm. Tickets are $65 (21+ only).
You will be tasting with our in-house affineur (someone who ages cheese), Olivia Haver. She is one of only 97 people in the world who is an ACS Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator and brings a depth of beverage pairing knowledge as a Cicerone Certified Beer Server.
You will learn about how the farm uses organic, regenerative farming practices to make the best cheese in the world. In addition you will learn about sensory evaluation and what makes our cheese so delicious.
***Stick around to shop the entire store stocked with our farmstead cheeses, pasture raised meats, and curated selection of pairings with a 10% discount.***
This is an in-person event, held in our Farm Store.
251 Common Road
Waitsfield VT 05673

Fresh Catch Thursday
2025-12-11 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up. Come on down and enjoy the freshest oysters you can get your hands on, and a variety of weekly specials that often include lobster rolls, shrimp cocktails, tuna poke bowls, blue crab quesadillas, and more!

Play Every Town Concert
2025-12-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Green Mountain Valley School, 271 Moulton Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Pianist David Feurzeig will perform his 91st Vermont concert in Fayston, at the Green Mountain Valley School, 271 Moulton Rd, Waitsfield VT, with local performer Gamal Buhaina, continuing David’s exciting tour–a free show in all of Vermont’s 252 towns to spread the joy of music and promote environmentally sustainable performance.
In May of 2022, he embarked on his Play Every Town project: 252 free concerts in each of Vermont’s 252 towns to combat climate change through the power of community and music. With this project David will become the first musician to perform in every Vermont municipality.
He will travel in his solar-charged electric vehicle throughout the state, offering free concerts to bring attention to the interrelated issues of climate and community, while bringing the joy of music to his audiences.

Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!
2025-12-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
It’s Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings Children’s Books! Friday mornings from 10am – 11am.
Caregivers and their little ones are invited to explore shapes in a whole new way, and develop those fine motor skills; all while having some creative fun!
Activities will include painting with balloons, creating shapes with different materials, and color matching.
Begins Friday, Nov. 7th and goes for 6 weeks.
Ages: 18mo – 4yrs.
Price: $85 (all six classes) Drop-in Price: $15/per class

Family Fridays!
2025-12-12 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Kick off the weekend with Family Fridays! From 4:30–6:00 pm.
Adults can unwind during cocktail hour while kids enjoy fun, creative activities in the Red Room. Seasonal crafts provided by Inkling Bookstore!
A little something for everyone to start the weekend right. Simple snacks for children will be provided. Ages 3 +

Gingerbread decorating (adults)
2025-12-12 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Join us in the barn for gingerbread house decorating. Grab you friends for an evening of merry-making, cocktails and light snacks.
Call, text or go online to reserve your kit.

Mad River Chorale Holiday Concert
2025-12-12 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Waitsfield United Church of Christ, 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Mad River Chorale Holiday Concert
Hope Lights The Way

Mary Jane Austin, conductor
Alison Cerutti, pianist
Music of Charpentier, Lauridsen, Gjeilo, Sweelinck & Victoria
String Quintet, Flutes & piano
Sing A Long, Holiday Caroles & The Halleluja Chorus

Daybreak Dance Party!
2025-12-13 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Start your morning with an energizing Daybreaker Dance Party from 9:30 to 11:30 AM!
Wake up and dance your way into the day with joyful movement and an upbeat DJ set in a fun, community atmosphere. No better way to get your blood flowing and mood boosted. Bring things that light up or glow.
Pajamas encouraged! Featuring DJ El profe!

Soup with Santa
2025-12-13 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Village Meeting House, 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Mad River Mentoring is excited to announce our first annual community fundraiser-Soup with Santa!
Join us for lunch, crafts, and visit with Santa!
Take a break during the Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout and have lunch. There will be soup, mac & cheese, drinks, desserts and more. To go options available as well!
Lunch is $10, or for $30 you can take home a bowl handmade by a local artist. All proceeds benefit Mad River Mentoring.
There will be to go options. You can also pre-order soup here: https://madrivermentoring.fillout.com/soup-with-santa

Maker’s Market December 13th
2025-12-13 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
It’s back! On December 13th we’ll feature over 20 local vendors at the Lawson’s Finest Taproom in Waitsfield, VT. Come get all your holiday shopping done in one fell swoop, while supporting the best artists and producers in the Valley. Do it all while sipping on one of our fresh maple beers or IPAs, or transport yourself to the winter markets of Germany with a glass of delicious mulled wine. End your loop in our retail store, where we’ll be offering free gift wrapping on any of our merchandise or apparel, with new items joining us just in time for the holidays.

Addison West Holiday Makers Market Days
2025-12-13 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Addison West, 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join us in the shop during the festive season when we welcome additional makers, distillers and artists who will be selling their locally made goods. A great way to celebrate the holidays and all things Vermont!

Third Annual Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout Weekend!
2025-12-13 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Unnamed Venue, United States
It’s the 3rd Annual Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout Weekend!
Indulge in the joy of the holidays, as shops in the Mad River Valley welcome everyone for two days of holiday treats, free activities for children, and music of the season.
Join us as we celebrate this time of light and giving!
Saturday, Dec. 13th from 12p – 4p
**Holiday & Seasonal treats from Three Mountain Cafe
**Live Holiday Music at Willow and Birch
**Write letters to Santa and Crafts at Inklings Children’s Books
**Candy Canes at Whippletree Designs
**Cookie Decorating at Joslin Memorial Library, 1pm – 3pm
**Mad River Mentoring’s Soup with Santa at Village Meeting House, 11am – 2pm
**Macaron Tasting, Free Wine Tasting, Sausage Rolls & More from 5th Quarter.
**Holiday Read Alouds and Activities at Early Literacy Labs, 12:30P – 3:30P
**Blow your own Glass ornaments at Salt & Sand Studios
**Snacks & Sips at Someday Boutique
Sunday, Dec. 14th from 12p – 4p
**Holiday & Seasonal treats from Three Mountain Cafe
**Candy Canes at Whippletree Designs
**S’more Storytime outside of Inklings Children’s Books
**Peppermint Tea, Wellness Chats, & Gift Cards at Drip Culture
**Live music with Madigan Linnane, outside of Inklings at 12:30pm
**Hot cider at Product Think Tank
**$5 and $10 Grab Bags at The Collection

Holiday Grief Workshop for Families
2025-12-13 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
A Holiday Grief Workshop for Families hosted by Rachel Wylie-Fenton of Where the Love Lies and Chelsie Lang of Camp Knock Knock. Saturday Dec 13th
This two hour workshop is open to families who are navigating grief during the holidays. The first hour, kids and adults will be in separate groups to explore grief in a gently facilitated container. Then, the families will come back together for a craft activity that they can take home and incorporate in their holiday celebrations.

A Child’s Christmas in Wales & Other Tales
2025-12-13 14:00 - 15:15 (America/New_York) | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
“The Man of 1000 Voices” – Mich Kabay – shares his love of dramatic reading performing Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales and Other Tales – perfect for the winter holidays. The event will feature works by Robert Frost and others, with stories & poems curated especially for families and children – and classic poetry and literature lovers of all ages. LNT is happy to join in Montpelier Alive’s “Cocoa Crawl” with this fun informal event! Sweet Concessions – including Hot Cocoa – will be available!
It’s Free! (tho’ donations appreciated)
Seating is limited, so we encourage signing up! Join us in our cozy and specially decorated for the holidays lobby within Montpelier City Hall! Masks are encouraged.
We will also record Mich’s performance for “Digital Viewing Experience”
which will be available thru Dec 31st!
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. Please, call (802)229-0492 to discuss alternatives.

“Enchanted Christmas” Concert by Christopher McWilliams
2025-12-13 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | First Congregational Church Berlin, 1808 Scott Hill Road, Berlin, Vermont, 05602, United States
On Saturday December 13 at 4 pm, Christopher McWilliams and friends will present an “Enchanted Christmas” at First Congregational Church of Berlin (FCCB), 1808 Scott Hill Road, Berlin VT.
The program includes a rich variety of music in celebration of the holiday season, including “Ring Out, Solstice Bells” by Roger Emerson and the “A Gloucestershire Wassail” arranged by Ralph Vaughan Williams.
Admission is free, with donations to benefit Capstone Community Action. Following the concert there will be a reception in the FCCB Community Hall for the opening of “Fascinating Florals and More”, a new exhibit of paintings by Arthur Zorn. For more information about the concert and reception, see the FCCB website (fccbvt.org) or contact Rob Griffin at griffinsuter@hotmail.com.

New Exhibition and Opening Reception for Paintings by Arthur Zorn
2025-12-13 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | First Congregational Church Berlin, 1808 Scott Hill Road, Berlin, Vermont, 05602, United States
On Saturday December 13 at 5:30 pm, First Congregational Church of Berlin (FCCB), 1808 Scott Hill Road, Berlin VT will hold an opening reception for “Fantastic Florals and More” a new exhibition of paintings by Arthur Zorn.
Arthur, an abstract expressionist who creates paintings out of contemplation, emotions, and deconstructed scenes from flowers to natural landscapes, has held many exhibitions at FCCB and elsewhere.
This new exhibition will be available in the FCCB Community Hall through Feb. 1, 2026. It can be viewed Sundays 10:30 am to 1 pm, and by appointment. For more information about the exhibition and reception, contact Arthur Zorn at 802 522 7649 vermontartmusic@gmail.com or see the FCCB website (fccbvt.org).

Wall Of Fame Celebration
2025-12-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
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.”Join us as we celebrate and induct our 2025 honorees.

Broadway Rocks: Home for the Holidays
2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Waterbury Congregational Church, 8 N. Main Street a 8 N. Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
Broadway Rocks: Home for the Holidays brings an intimate acoustic performance to the beautiful Waterbury Congregational Church on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This special evening will showcase real Broadway actors performing alongside piano in one of Vermont’s most resonant and picturesque spaces.
Tickets are available online
at https://broadwayrocks.ticketspice.com/broadway-rocks-huhs-home-for-the-holidays-2025.
The Waterbury Congregational Church has arranged for Broadway Rocks to present a concert that highlights the warmth, beauty, and clarity of the church’s historic sanctuary. Guests will experience cherished holiday music and Broadway favorites performed with the simplicity and elegance of acoustic arrangements, allowing the artists’ voices and stories to take center stage.
This performance continues the Broadway Rocks tradition of sharing world-class music with Vermont communities while supporting the importance of the performing arts in local schools and organizations. Community members are invited to enjoy a heartfelt and unforgettable evening of seasonal music inside one of Waterbury’s most beloved and inspiring venues.
About Merritt David Janes
Originally from Colchester, Vermont, Janes is a graduate of the Circle in the Square Theatre School in New York City and is an alumnus of the University of Maine (Class of ’04; 2012 recipient of the Spirit of Maine Alumni Achievement Award). Janes’professional career began playing the title role in the first Broadway National Tour of the Wedding Singer as Robbie Hart. He then moved immediately into his second Broadway National Tour, in his second consecutive title role, as the youngest actor ever to tour the part of the murderous barber Sweeney Todd. He next played the magical French candelabra, Lumiere, as an original cast member of Disney’s newest creative version of the Beauty and the Beast Broadway National Tour. This role served as a great contrast to both of his previous productions, as did the role of Lord Farquaad in the Broadway tour of Shrek, which became an around-the-world adventure with an international run in Asia. He then played the role of Carl Hanratty chasing Frank Abagnale all over the country in the first Broadway Tour of Catch Me If You Can. He was an original cast member in the 25th Anniversary Broadway Tour of Phantom of the Opera and the first Broadway National Tour and Broadway run of School of Rock as Dewey Finn. He most recently performed in the Original Broadway Cast of SMASH and Back to the Future.

SugarBash Celebration
2025-12-13 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Kick off the season at SugarBash on 12/14 from 7-10 PM! Groove to live music by the Dave Grippo Funk Band, enjoy great company, and strut your stuff in the Ugly Sweater Contest with prizes for the best (or worst) dressed. It’s a night of unforgettable fun for all ages, and admission is free!
