Feel the Wheel
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Blockhouse Studio, 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Here’s your chance to try your hand at the potter’s wheel! This workshop will be offered the last Friday of every month (most months).
This is a one time, two hour introduction to learn the basics of wheel throwing.
You will be guided from a ball of clay to your first bowl or cup. Using a simple to understand process, you will learn the foundational techniques needed to enjoy this meditative and somewhat magical craft.
Most students will successfully throw at least 2 pots which will be fired and finished by us, ready to pick up in approximately 3 weeks.

Live Band Karaoke
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
It’s back! Live band karaoke with the Karaoke Bandstand! If you were here the last time we did this, you know how fun it is. And if you weren’t, than you won’t want to miss out again! Come show off your pipes and the be the star you were meant to be, supported by a full live band.

Author Christy Mihaly visits Inklings Children’s Books!
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Inklings welcomes Vermont author Christy Mihaly on Apr. 25th at 11AM, for a reading of her brand new book, “Music and Silence: The Passion and Protest of Pablo Casals.”
This inspiring picture book is a wonderful biography of Pablo Casals, a UN Peace Medal recipient who used his songs – and his silence – to fight fascism, oppression, and violence.
Following the reading children will be able to create a music inspired craft!

PING Golf Demo Day
2026-04-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Sports SIM Suites, Sugarbush Health and Recreation Center
Join us on Saturday 4/25, at the Sugarbush Health and Recreation Center for a FREE demo session hosted by PGA Pro Roger King at the Sugarbush Health and Recreation Center. Test out the latest gear from PING, get expert tips, and take your swing for a spin on the range. Whether you’re dialing in your game or just starting out, it’s your chance to see, swing, and upgrade before the season tees off.

Benjamin Wait – Waitsfield’s Namesake
2026-04-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Warren Town Hall, 42 Cemetary Rd, Warren, VT, 05674
You are cordially invited to an evening with Major General Benjamin Wait. Join us as we explore what compelled this Revolutionary War hero to leave the comforts of his Windsor, Vermont home, and why, at the age of 53, he ventured into an unknown wilderness and settled in the remote mountain region that we now call Waitsfield, Warren, and the Mad River Valley. Presented by Fred Messer on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM, at the Warren Town Hall, Free admission. Sponsored by the Warren & Waitsfield Historical Societies.

Iconic Sunday — Sugarbush & Ikon Passholder Night
2026-04-26 16:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-03 16:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-10 16:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-17 16:00 - 20:30 | Déco Restaurant and Bar, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, 05674, United States
Wrap up your weekend with 10% off food every Sunday when you show your Sugarbush or Ikon pass. Whether you spent the day chasing corn snow or just soaking up the longer daylight, we’ve got your après covered.
Come in, warm up, grab a bite, and enjoy a little spring perk from all of us at Déco.

MadLove Mondays
2026-04-27 12:00 - 20:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
About the Event
– $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.

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Sunshine Brat Wednesdays
2026-04-29 12:00 - 20:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
About the Event
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 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.

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Life Drawing Wednesdays
2026-04-29 18:15 - 20:15, 2026-05-06 18:15 - 20:15, 2026-05-13 18:15 - 20:15, 2026-05-20 18:15 - 20:15 | Waitsfield Church Village Meeting Room, Route 100, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
✍🏻 Life Drawing Wednesdays presented by The Valley Artists Guild
The very popular Wednesday Night Drawing Sessions will resume on Feb, 4, 2025. This is a self-directed session. No instruction or critiques are offered but conversations and sharing within the group are sure to inspire 😎
Subjects vary every two weeks: two weeks of Live Models, two weeks of Still Life or equivalent. All media are welcome except
photography.
WHEN
Every Wednesday Evening from 6:15 – 8:15 pm. Classes begin on Feb 4th.
WHERE
The UCC Waitsfield Village Meeting House. Located in Historic Waitsfield Village across from the VG. Parking is in back.
COST
The cost is $15/visit. Cash only Please.
#madrivervalley #vermontartist #livedrawing #madriverartists #vtlivedrawing
Photo / drawing courtesy Loida Alvarez (@Loida.art) — copyright 2026

Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!
2026-05-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-22 10:00 - 11:00 | 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

Green Valley Rally 2026
2026-05-02 08:00 - 14:00 | Chamber of Comerce, 9 VT Rt 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
For the fourth consecutive year the Mad River Valley town’s Green Up Committees are collaborating under the banner of the Green Valley Rally on Vermont’s annual Green Up Day. On May 2, 2026 the Green Valley Rally will be the epicenter for all Green Up Day 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 our partnering organizations such as the Friends of the Mad River, stewardMRV, Mad River Bear Inititative, the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Mad RIver Riders, tehe Mad River Path, 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.
MEET THE STEWARDSHIP PARTNERS
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 Lackard Blues Band will be playing for the entertainment of our volunteers. Thanks to Afterthoughts and Valley Meade Dispensary for sponsoring the live music!
BEAR FAIR
There will be workshops for homeowners and businesses to learn about living with bears in the MRV. Stay tuned for details
GREEN STEM
Remember that kid – Milo Cress? The 9 year-old from Essex, VT that started the “Be Straw Free” campaign, who may have influenced your use of plastic straws. Or Greta Thunberg, who at age 15 attracted global attention for climate activism. Join Green Up Vermont for an event that is science fair meets innovation challenge with an environmental focus, creative encouragement and outcomes that could have a real impact for our planet Green STEM invites Vermont students in grades 5-12 to investigate topics that have impact on our environment and challenge teams to bring innovative ideas and solutions forward. We can provide a list of prompts if you need a little inspiration. • Green Up Vermont will give each team $100 to assist with incidentals and supplies for their focus project and to help with transportation to the event and will try to pair each team with a corporate mentor.
KENTUCKY DERBY HAT PARTY & APRES GREEN UP DAY AT AFTERTHOUGHTS
Green Up Day always coincides with the Kentucky Derby so Afterthoughts decided to host 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 our local coordinators or the Green Up Day Town Details:

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.
Duxbury: Jessica Engels, jessicaengels58@gmail.com, 802-244-7133
Swim Holes, Ira Shadis, ira@friendsofthemadriver.org

Eric, can you add the Duxbury Green Up Day Coordinator, to the MRV post and include the Town Details link? https://greenupvermont.org/towndetails/
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!!!

Mad River Rug Hooking
2026-05-08 09:30 - 13:00 | Warren Library, 413 Main St, Warren, VT, 05674
The Mad River Rug Hookers meet downstairs at the Warren library on the second Friday of every month. Our monthly “hook in” a chance to socialize, solicit rug hooking advice, admire the works of many rug hookers and meet new hookers!
We have many new rug hookers, and more are welcome. We have an introductory kit for $30, which includes wool, a hook and a portable hoop frame. Sandra Grant is a very accomplished rug hooking instructor to teach the basics skills and application of wool and fiber for desired effects.
If you are interested in attending or learning to hook wool, or have questions contact Sandy at slgrant22@hotmail.com to share your questions or to be included in her Monthly email invite and ensure enough new member kits.

National Civics Bee-Regional Competition
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Vergennes Opera House, 120 Main Street, Vergennes, Vermont, 05491, United States
Join the Addison County Chamber of Commerce for Addison County’s Regional Civics Bee Live Competition, a celebration of middle school student achievement and civic knowledge.
This inspiring event brings our community together to support students as they showcase their understanding of government, public policy, and the responsibilities of citizens. Join us to cheer our communities best and brightest as they compete to move on to State and National Championships.
📅 May 9th at 10:30am
📍 Vergennes Opera House
🎉 Open to the public, RSVP required at https://forms.gle/v8Kcf3djR4V7e5Ke7
Special thanks to our wonderful sponsors:
National Bank of Middlebury
Counseling Service of Addison County, Inc.
Vermont Public
Maple Broadband
Addison County Independent

MRV Chamber Board Meeting
2026-05-13 15:00 - 16:30 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
The Mad River of Valley Chamber of Commerce board meets every other month throughout the year. All chamber members in good standing are encouraged to attend board meetings. You can reach out to the board’s group email to: board@madrivervalley.com.
Executive Committee

Sean Kramer – Chair, – 1824 House Inn
Anna Nasset– Vice-Chair, Executive Committee – Stand Up Resources
Mimi Buttenheim– Treasurer; Executive Committee – Mad River Distillers
Mary Tuthill – Secretary; Executive Committee – Cabot Creamery

Board Members

Jean Wry– Hyde Away Inn
Sam Robertson – The Local
John Bleh – Sugarbush Resort
Ed Read – Mad River Property Management
Matt Lillard – Mad River Glen
Roger Nishi – -Waitsfield & Champlain Valley Telecom
Aron Shea – Shea Property Services

Fayston Historical Society Meetings: Second Wednesday of Every Month
2026-05-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Fayston Town Hall, 866 North Fayston Road, Fayston, VT, 05673
The Fayston Historical Society has established regular monthly meetings one the second Wednesday of every month from 4- 5:30 at the Fayston Town Hall . Everyone is welcome!
Our next meeting is Wed, Jan 14 from 4- 5:30 pm
For more information and/or to join the FHS contact faystonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Lots of exciting things are happening!

MRV Women in Business – Social Media Workshop
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
These bi-monthly workshops are a place to have an open conversation about social media, what is working for everyone, what isn’t, what do you need help with? The MRV Chamber’s MRV Women in Business group decided to host these bi-monthly Social Media Workshops in the months in between the more structured MRV Women in Business Meetings. It is meant to be an open, collaborative brainstorming session designed to help you feel a little more prepared the next time you create a post or reel.
Let’s be honest, social media can feel overwhelming.
What do you post?
Should you use trending sounds?
Do captions really matter?
What makes a strong hook?
Why should people follow your page? Is your SEO set up?
This workshop is a space to come together and talk all things social. We’ll brainstorm content ideas, discuss what’s actually working right now, explore collaborations, and share experiences. The goal? You leave feeling inspired and ready to create a few new posts for your page. We will share hook ideas, trending sound ideas, adding words to the screen, adding captions, and anything else you would like to cover. The event is hosted by Samantha Ciccone, the coordinator of the MRV Women in Business Group.
Please feel free to BYOB if you’d like to sip while we brainstorm, and you’re welcome to grab snacks from Peace Burger across the street or from your favorite local spot.

MRV Women in Business Social Media Workshop
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Social Media Workshop with Brittany Winfield & Kaylee Mumford is an open conversation workshop where we talk about social media with guest speakers from The Winfield Creative & Pink Lens Creative. Join the Mad River Valley Women in Business for a conversation circle on short-form video content and how to create social media videos that feel authentic, strategic, and true to your brand. We’ll explore why personality-driven content is such a powerful tool for building trust, credibility, and top-of-mind visibility, plus share approachable tips for feeling more confident on camera. You’ll leave with guidance on planning your videos with intention, subtle ways to improve before hitting record, and beginner-friendly tips on lighting and editing apps to help you get started.

Hosted by Samantha Ciccone, host of Women in Business.
This event is intentionally different from our traditional Women in Business meetings, it’s casual, creative, and interactive. Feel free to BYOB if you’d like to sip while we brainstorm, and you’re welcome to grab snacks from Peace Burger across the street or from your favorite local spot.
Questions? Email Samantha at wibadmin@madrivervalley.com

Co-op Board of Trustees Off-Season Meeting
2026-05-16 08:00 - 09:00
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

Join us on Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jhi-umff-poa

Coffee With an Advisor
2026-05-20 09:00 - 10:30 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Life is full of questions, and money is no different. Sometimes you just want to ask something. Bring or pour a cup of your favorite warm beverage, and join me at the Mad River Valley Welcome Center. Come as you are. All are welcome. And every question counts—simple, complex, or somewhere in between. It’s a relaxed, open conversation about money, planning, and whatever’s on your mind. Kassie Reid from Greenhill Financial Planners will be on hand to chat.
Each quarter we’ll have a different theme to get the conversation going;

March: A Fresh StartPour a cup and bring your thoughts and curiosities. The start of the year is a natural time to evaluate your goals and priorities, capture momentum, and plan for the year ahead. This space is designed to welcome everyone, whether your questions feel simple, complicated, or somewhere in between. It’s a relaxed, open conversation about money, planning, and whatever’s on your mind.

May: Summer PauseLonger days and shifting routines can make this time of year feel both energizing and full, so before summer sweeps you away, take a moment to pause. Bring whatever’s on your mind—upcoming plans, changing expenses, or simply a question you’ve been meaning to ask. This is a relaxed, welcoming space to reflect, recalibrate, and talk through money decisions in a way that feels grounded and practical. Come as you are and join the conversation.

August: Fall TransitionsAs the seasons shift, so do routines and priorities. Settle in with something warm and join an open conversation about what this transition might bring—new schedules, business cycles, evolving goals, or unexpected change. We could explore how these shifts connect to your financial life, from cash flow to longer-term direction, or wherever the discussion naturally leads. Bring your questions and curiosity.

November: Year’s EndAs the year winds down, it’s a natural time to reflect on what’s unfolded and consider what comes next. Gather your thoughts and join the conversation around year-end considerations—from giving and tax planning to tying up loose ends or preparing for January. This is a supportive place to organize your reflections, acknowledge progress, and make intentional decisions before the calendar turns. Wherever you’re at, you’re welcome at the table.

Stark’s Pub Opens for Summer
2026-05-20 16:30 - 20:30
Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to 8:30 PM.
In the warmer months, enjoy stunning mountain views while dining al fresco on the deck or from the comfort of the cozy indoor seating. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, with yard games to entertain kids and miles of scenic hiking trails just steps from your table.
Whether you’re winding down after a day on the slopes or hiking in the Green Mountains, Stark’s Pub is the perfect spot to refuel and reconnect. Don’t miss our live music performances—après-ski in the winter and on Wednesday summer evenings. For a full schedule of musical guests, visit our event calendar.
A special thanks to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for helping us support local artists and keep the good vibes going all year long at Stark’s Pub.
