Feel the Wheel: Beginner Pottery Workshop
2023-07-28 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. Shipping is available.

Outdoor Family Movie Night
2023-07-28 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Couples Club Field
Bring the family and a picnic dinner for movie night under the Couples Field pavilion. We’ll have a few chairs, but we recommend bringing your own folding chair or comfy cushion/blanket for sitting. We’ll be showing the 60-minute PBS Nature episode “A Squirrel’s Guide to Success.” Suitable for all ages. Part of the Mad River Libraries “All Together Now” summer learning program.

My Mother’s Three Mothers
2023-07-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-07-29 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-07-30 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
A woman’s search for her birth mother sends shock waves of secrets, shame, choices, & consequences through generations.
Inspired by a true story, Erin Galligan Baldwin’s new play asks “Who owns your story?”
Open Door Theatre’s 2019 staged reading received rave reviews and standing ovations as the play’s themes and events deeply touched audiences.
Lost Nation Theater is thrilled to present the show’s world premiere production, directed by Kathleen Keenan.
This play features mature themes.
Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required.
WHEN: Thursday- Sunday, May 25th – June 11th
TIME: 7:30pm Thursday–Saturdays; 2pm Sundays
WHERE: Lost Nation Theater
COST: $10–30 in person (depending on day/ticket type)
INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org
LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.

The play features mature themes.
Curtain is 7:30pm Thu/Fri/Sat; 2pm Sun: May 25–June 11.

The Addams Family – The Musical
2023-07-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-07-29 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-07-30 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
THE ADDAMS FAMILY- THE MUSICAL
Book by MARSHALL BRICKMAN and RICK ELICE Music and Lyrics by ANDREW LIPPA
In The Addams Family, America’s darkest family comes to life in this original kooky musical about love, family, and growing up. This goth-feast embraces and celebrates the weirdness in all of us! Directed by Eric Love.
Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required.
COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type)
Curtain is 7:30pm Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat; 2pm Sun: July 20–August 6.

LUNCH presents: Cycles
2023-07-28 20:00 - 2023-07-29 21:30 (America/New_York) | Edgcomb Barn, 970 Dump Rd, Warren, Vermont, Warren, United States
So many questions! Is there a boundary between romance and friendship? Where does your consciousness live in your body? When is it time to come home? A dynamic collective of some of Phantom’s favorite dancers and choreographers perform their own work, accompanied by special guests. Two shows on July 29 – 6p & 8p

Grateful Gravel – Mad River Riders
2023-07-29 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort – Mt. Ellen, Fayston, Vermont, 05673
Grateful Gravel is a concoction from the minds of cycling enthusiast Dead Heads in the Mad River Valley that blends the worlds of endurance sports and music festivals into one event. Two entertainment endeavors that collide to move you brightly. Grateful Gravel provides a challenging cycling event featuring some of Vermont’s most picturesque landscapes and gravel roads that segues into a face melting gathering of community and friends to enjoy the song catalog of Hunter, Garcia, and the rest of the Grateful Dead.
The day begins with a 35 or 60 mile gravel ride starting from Sugarbush Resort’s Mt Ellen that makes your legs scream louder than Donna Jean during a mid-70’s Playing in the Band.
An epic after party at Mt Ellen follows the ride. Zach Nugent, one of the best to cover the Grateful Dead, will play one of the most well known Grateful Dead shows, Cornell, 5/8/77, in its ENTIRETY!. All riders can refuel after the ride with a small meal provided by Sugarbush and a beer compliments of Lawson’s Finest Liquids. Additional food and beverage from Sugarbush and Lawsons will be available for purchase.
Friends and family are welcome! Children under 12 are free. General admission for those 12 and over is $20. Concert admission is included with rider registration. Two nights of camping in the Mt Ellen parking lot can be purchased through the registration link.

Waitsfield Farmers Market
2023-07-29 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Green, 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Welcome to the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market. We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.
Local produce, plant starts, fruit trees, bushes, maple, honey, flowers, seedlings, eggs, meats, cheeses, fish, crafts, art, clothes, bread, baked goods, liquors, and prepared foods all by Vermonters.
Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market for decades has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses who provide the highest quality products to market. Every Saturday, rain or shine, May-October, you’ll find us on the green!
Every Saturday, Rain or Shine from 9 am to 1 pm
May 13th – October 14th, 2023
Our market can be found on the Mad River Green in Waitsfield, Vermont.

MRVArts Garden Tour
2023-07-29 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Festival Gallery at Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street,, Waitsfield, 05673
July 29th: 10-4 pm, self-guided
Tickets: $30 per person, $50 per couple
Sponsored by George Schenk and Lareau Farm and Forest
Bring a friend to 7 Valley gardens with gorgeous views and take home a floral arrangement!
Purchase tickets here or at the Gallery at MRVA
On the day of the tour tickets can be purchased at Lareau Farm and Forest in cash, check, and credit card.

Grateful Gravel
2023-07-29 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Sugarbush – Mt Ellen, 626 Mt Ellen Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Grateful Gravel is a concoction from the minds of cycling enthusiast Dead Heads in the Mad River Valley that blends the worlds of endurance sports and music festivals into one event. Two entertainment endeavors that collide to move you brightly. Grateful Gravel provides a challenging cycling event featuring some of Vermont’s most picturesque landscapes and gravel roads that segues into a face melting gathering of community and friends to enjoy the song catalog of Hunter, Garcia, and the rest of the Grateful Dead.
The day begins with a 35 or 60 mile gravel ride starting from Sugarbush Resort’s Mt Ellen that makes your legs scream louder than Donna Jean during a mid-70’s Playing in the Band.
An epic after party at Sugarbush- Mt Ellen follows the ride.

Stretch & Sip
2023-07-29 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | The Featherbed Inn, Waitsfield, VT, 5864 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, al fresco, weekly seasonal event in a gorgeous landscape.
For locals, visitors, 16 YO and up who’d like to start winding down their day with gentle mindful yoga-based movement followed by refreshments and connection with like-minded people.
If you prefer something other than tea to drink please feel free to BYO. Bring a swimsuit or swim in your yoga clothes for extra refreshment.
Bring a mat or towel on which to practice.
Sunscreen and bug spray is recommended.

Live Music in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard
2023-07-29 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Lincoln Peak Courtyard, Warren, 05674, United States
Enjoy Live Music in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard with rotating musicians throughout the summer!

Live Music in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard with Hoh Down
2023-07-29 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Lincoln Peak Courtyard, Warren, 05674, United States
Enjoy Live Music with Hoh Down in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard!

Design Made Visible
2023-07-29 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-01 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
‘Design Made Visible’ is a multi-disciplinary exhibition exploring the ‘table’ as metaphor, May 3-June 22 at Mad River Valley Arts. Open Tues-Sat 1-5pm.

The Wormdogs at Knoll Farm
2023-07-29 18:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Knoll Farm, 700 Bragg Hill, Fayston, Vermont, 05673
The Wormdogs are a five piece bluegrass rock n roll group from Burlington, VT. Conceived in 2017 out of a mutual respect, friendship, and love of one another’s musicianship~ Their sound ranges from traditional old time to heavy folk-adelic to finger rippin bluegrass. Their instrumentation consists of a fiddle, upright bass, both electric & acoustic guitars, and a drummer. The whole band writes songs, taking turns singing and harmonizing. In their five years together The Wormdogs have released three full length records. Please join us for an incredible evening.

Chakra Yoga Series
2023-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Soul Yoga, 126 Joslin Hill Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Based in the Hatha tradition, each class in this 8-class series focuses on one or more of the body’s 7 chakras, or energy centers. Classes include a variaty of yoga asanas, meditations, pranayama as well as a brief discussion of an element of the chakra system. These classes are suitable for every student, including beginners and more experienced yoga practitioners, and for every body. Come experience a personal opening as you watch the meadow behind the studio enjoy a warm spring awakening. Preregistration is required. Students may attend any one or all of the classes.
Taught by Claire Lindberg, PhD, RN. RYT-500, RPYT.

Summer Sundays: John Lackard Blues Duo
2023-07-30 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
A sound and style straight out of traditional blues cities.

Thea Wren plays at our Concerts on the Green!
2023-07-30 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Meade, 961 ROUTE 2, middlesex, 05602
Come see Thea Wren rock our stage on the Green! We look forward to your smiling faces as you listen to this pop-soul powerhouse do her thing. Doors at 5pm, band starts at 5:30pm

Gentle Hatha Yoga
2023-07-31 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Soul Yoga, 126 Joslin Hill Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Based in Hatha Yoga tradition, this class supports flexibility, stability, balance, and strength. Asanas (poses) in seated, lying, and standing positions are included. Meditation and breathing exercises (pranayama) are part of this practice. This class is suitable for any adult who wants a gentle meditative practice and may be especially helpful for those new to yoga.

Clowning Around – Structured Silliness for 3.5-4 Year olds
2023-07-31 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House, 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Structured silliness! Led by Kolleen & Bobby Kintz, this class for kids ages 3.5-4 years old will explore creative movement, comedic expression and ensemble creation. Campers will play games, move their bodies, make music and find their funny. Students will share some of what they’ve learned at a showing for parents during the final class. This class will be a drop-off class; however, there is a shared room in our space where parents can be close by and in sight, if that is more comfortable for your child.

Please complete one form for each child who will be attending class. We will send additional information about class procedures as we get closer to June 19th. Don’t hesitate to call Kolleen at 802-377-1742 or email kolleenkintz@gmail.com with any questions.

Kolleen Kintz attended Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre in 2010. Starting in 2011, she and Bobby began training with Dody Disanto at The Center for Movement Theatre in Washington DC. They have performed with the DC Fringe Festival, Zip Zap Circus and regularly at Clown Cabaret. In 2014, the duo traveled to Haiti to volunteer with Clowns Without Borders and performed for over 5000 children. Kolleen later became a hospital clown for Healthy Humor and made rounds as Dr. Pickle at Johns Hopkins for 6 years.

Kolleen & Bobby Kintz have been teaching artists since 2013. Beginning their journey with the instruction of 3 & 4 year olds, in Del Ray, VA. Later developing their own circus camp for ages 5-13, which ran in Baltimore at Morgan State University for 5 years. More recently, the journey has been parenthood! It is very exciting to be offering this class to the community, in our new hometown of Waitsfield.

Mad River Valley Mtn Bike & Investment Tips Event
2023-07-31 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Blueberry Lake, Blueberry Lake, Warren, Vermont, 05674, United States
Join One Day In July and Mad River Riders for an empowering evening of mountain biking and investment tips. Mad River Riders will lead us on an intermediate ride at the Blueberry Lake Trail System and familiarize riders with this fun and accessible network of trails in Warren.
Carrie McDonnell, a fiduciary financial advisor at One Day In July, will provide an introduction to investing, including how to reduce fees, diversify assets and prepare for retirement at any age.
Don’t miss out on this fun, educational and empowering event!
Sign Up Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mad-river-ride-learn-tickets-637328305117?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Pick-Up Ultimate Frisbee
2023-07-31 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Brooks Field – Warren Elementary School, 296 School Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
Come join in the fun — Mad River Disc hosts weekly pick-up games and an annual tournament, The Mad Hatter.
Where: Brooks Field, Warren VT
When: May – November; Mondays 6-8 pm
We play under the lights in the fall & until the snow flies.
Mad River Disc is dedicated to the health of ultimate frisbee, and is focused on building community and friendly competition in the Mad River Valley.

Tuesday Tunes: Chris Peterman Quartet
2023-08-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
The Chris Peterman Quartet brings together four of Vermont’s finest and most sought-after musicians, playing a wide variety of contemporary and classic jazz in a uniquely melodic style, and focused on the dialog and interplay that are the heart of jazz. Their repertoire includes compositions by the band as well as reimaginings of the music of Pat Metheny, Weather Report, Chick Corea, and Don Grolnick, among others.
