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Rotary Rise Against Hunger Meal Packaging

Harwood Union High School 458 VT RTE 100, Moretown, VT, United States

Join 80 volunteers from Waterbury and the Mad River Valley at Harwood Union High School to package meals to be delivered to school feeding programs in developing countries through Rise Against Hunger, a nonprofit dedicated to eliminating hunger in our lifetime. This high-energy event is fun for all ages 4 and up! To learn more […]

Water Contemplations

Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield

Instructor and Art Therapist Beth Kendrick introduces ‘Water Contemplations’ on November 16, 2-4 pm. Water symbolizes the essence of life and the fluidity of existence. In this exploratory gathering, we will engage the subject of water, inspired by the Mad River Valley Arts exhibit “Elemental”. We will celebrate our relationship to this essential element and […]

Stick Season Stitches Fiber Retreat

Old Stagecoach Inn 18 N Main St., Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Join fellow fiber enthusiasts for a fabulous fiber fling to celebrate the Vermont stick season’s joy! This Fiber Retreat will feature workshops, demonstrations, tours, and FUN! Saturday workshop 9am – 12pm ($75) includes: – Workshop w/ designer Ona Wöldten – Project yarn and pattern Or join us for a full, relaxing weekend ($225 plus lodging): […]

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 […]

Irasville Village Master Plan Community Open House #1

Waitsfield Village Meeting House 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

Thanks to sustained efforts by local and regional partners, the time is ripe to reestablish an actionable, pragmatic, and forward-looking vision and roadmap for the future of Irasville. The Irasville Village Master Plan aims to do just that. We hope to set the table for the rest of the project at this meeting. Hear from […]

Taco Tuesday at Emily’s

Emily’s Bar & Bistro 5081 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

Taco special every Tuesday at Emily’s Bar & Bistro

Tuesday Tunes: Cooie’s Trio

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

As a trio, Cooie, Adlai & Patti combine their considerable talents and convey a spirit of musical adventure across multiple genres. Instrumentally, Cooie’s steady rhythm guitar, Adlai’s masterly keyboard accompaniment, and Patti’s bassline create the perfect foundation for their vocal stylings, incorporating tight three-part harmonies.

Fall 2024 Speaker Series – Vermont Public Transit and Mobility Services with Ross MacDonald

Yestermorrow Design/Build School 7865 Main Street, Waitsfield

Ross MacDonald, Public Transit Program Manager at VTrans, will present public transportation options and resources, and provide an assessment of the opportunities and challenges facing the program. Details will include bus and train schedule info, an overview of the Go! Vermont Program, and a Q&A session for the group to share their experiences, expectations, and […]

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!

Sip & Shop: A Fayston School PTO Benefit ✨

Someday Boutique 40 BRIDGE STREET, WAITSFIELD, VT

Sip, Shop & Support the Local Schools! ✨ Someday Boutique is hosting a Ship & Shop experience on November 21st from 5-7pm to benefit the Fayston School PTO. Bring your friends to 40 Bridge Street in Waitsfield to get some holiday shopping done, while supporting our local elementary school 🛍️ We can’t wait to see […]

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 Cleveland Browns 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 […]

The Tucker Coffee Bar Grand Opening

Lincoln Peak 102 Forest Dr, Warren, VT 05674

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of The Tucker, a cozy new spot for expertly brewed coffee and Italian-inspired bites. Located on the bottom floor of the Farmhouse at Lincoln Peak (next to the Ticket Office) we’re kicking off with a full espresso menu using locally sourced beans from Brio Coffeeworks. Open 8-1pm.

Community Line Dancing: November Pop-Up!

Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Alright MRV, I think we all need to DANCE! (It’s good for your mental health**). And I’m going to try to do my bit to make that happen. I’m hoping to host at least 1 such pop-up every month this winter with locations TBD on a monthly basis. Excited to announce our next pop-up will […]

The Sharon Academy presents a production of Footloose at Chandler Music Hall

Chandler Music Hall 71 N Main Street, Randolph, VT, United States

Cut Loose with Footloose! The Sharon Academy’s student-led production of Footloose is hitting the stage! Join us for this high-energy musical about a city boy who brings dance and rock ‘n’ roll to a town where both are banned. Show Dates: Friday, November 22nd, 7:00 PM Saturday, November 23rd, 7:00 PM Location: Chandler Music Hall, […]

Winter Art Event 2024

Warren Public Library Reception Room 413 Main Street 413 Main Street, Warren, Vermont, United States

Winter Art fest 2024 is presented by the artists ad crafters of the Guild of Valley Artists. This show includes fine art, photography, sculpture, glass, fine crafts, cards and prints. It will be located in the reception room of the Warren Library on Main Street in Warren, VT. There is no admission fee but donations […]

Special Saturday Storytime at Inklings Children’s Books!

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

Inklings will welcome Bobbi Rood on Sat. November 23rd at 11am, for a reading of the award-winning book, FRY BREAD. Following the reading, children will have the chance to try homemade fry bread with toppings, provided by Bobbi!

Pre-Thanksgiving Bake Sale

Moretown United Methodist Church 962 Route 100B, Moretown

Moretown United Methodist Church United Women in Faith hosts a pre-Thanksgiving Bake Sale. Shop for baked goods, lightening the load of your holiday preparations and supporting local missions.

The Big Kicker

Sugarbush Resort Warren

Kick-off the 24/25 winter season with us at Mt Ellen. Enjoy live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks and more!Check back soon for more information.

The Sharon Academy presents a production of Footloose at Chandler Music Hall

Chandler Music Hall 71 N Main Street, Randolph, VT, United States

Cut Loose with Footloose! The Sharon Academy’s student-led production of Footloose is hitting the stage! Join us for this high-energy musical about a city boy who brings dance and rock ‘n’ roll to a town where both are banned. Show Dates: Friday, November 22nd, 7:00 PM Saturday, November 23rd, 7:00 PM Location: Chandler Music Hall, […]

Tuesday Tunes: The Dale & Darcy Band

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

The Dale and Darcy band is composed of veteran acoustic musicians who play together at farmer’s markets, fairs, fes­tivals, weddings, in bars and taverns and anywhere people appreciate a lively tune. Their music is clean, crisp and clear. They have entertained guests every Saturday at The Von Trapp Family Brewery and Bakery for the past five summers and it […]

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!

Maker’s Market (Week 1 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 […]

Painting with Flowers at Inklings Children’s Books!

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

It’s Painting with Flowers! Join Erica from A Colour Reverie at Inklings on November 30th to create one-of-a-kind cards, just in time for the holidays!! Using dye flowers grown in Erica’s garden, she will show us how to steep them in hot water to extract their colors – looking and acting like watercolors – allowing […]

A General Wait Christmas

General Wait House

A 1793 Christmas with Major General & Mrs. Wait Image: Our most historic home in the Mad River Valley is decorated for Christmas inside and out. Carolers on the porch, eggnog and a warm fireplace to greet you on the inside. There you will find the General and his lovely wife to beguile you with […]

The Songs I’ve Lived: Home For The Holidays

Harwood Union High School 458 VT RTE 100, Moretown, VT, United States

Broadway Actor and Colchester High School Class of 99 Graduate Merritt David Janes is bringing Broadway back to Vemront in a special Holiday performance with lots of talented friends from the big stage! Join us for an evening of Broadway Actors singing songs and telling stories from the roles they have played with a festive […]

MRV Women in Business

We invite you to join us for our 2nd Annual Speed Networking event on December 4th, at Deco Restaurant beginning at 5:30 pm. Make sure you bring your business cards for a night to connect with every single woman in the room! You will have a chance to spend 3 minutes with everyone indivdually to […]

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!

Kids Ski Free Week

Lincoln Peak 102 Forest Dr, Warren, VT 05674

From Saturday, December 7 through Friday, December 13, kids 12 and under ski and/or ride free at Sugarbush. It’s time to plan the family trip – whether your kids are first-timers (or you are,) a free week of mountain fun is waiting.

Join the 2nd Annual Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout!!

Mad River Green Shops 107 M, waitsfield, VT, United States

Come celebrate the holidays in the Mad River Valley at the 2nd Annual Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout!! Step back into the charm of an old-fashioned holiday and join local shops on Saturday December 7th, from 12pm – 4pm, for Live Music, Cookie Decorating, S’more Making, Crafting, Delicious Food, and Hot Chocolate- and a visit from Santa!!! […]

Bella Voce “Glorious Season” Holiday Concerts

McCarthy Arts Center Recital Hall 18 Campus Dr. Saint Michael's College, Colchester, Vermont, United States

Bella Voce begins the celebration of its 20th anniversary season with a spectacular program that includes a performance of Vivaldi’s venerated classic Gloria and many more holiday favorites! The centerpiece for the Glorious Season holiday concerts is Antonio Vivaldi’s timeless Gloria for women’s voices with trumpet, oboe, strings and continuo.  Joining Bella Voce for these […]

MRVBC’s 5th Annual Backcountry Film Festival!

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

The Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition (MRVBC) is stoked to partner with the Winter Wildlands Alliance (WWA) to provide a screening of the Backcountry Film Fest (BCFF) at the Big Picture theater in Waitsfield, VT on December 7, 2024. The WWA is a national nonprofit organization working to inspire and empower people to protect America’s […]

Bella Voce “Glorious Season” Holiday Concerts

McCarthy Arts Center Recital Hall 18 Campus Dr. Saint Michael's College, Colchester, Vermont, United States

Bella Voce begins the celebration of its 20th anniversary season with a spectacular program that includes a performance of Vivaldi’s venerated classic Gloria and many more holiday favorites! The centerpiece for the Glorious Season holiday concerts is Antonio Vivaldi’s timeless Gloria for women’s voices with trumpet, oboe, strings and continuo.  Joining Bella Voce for these […]

Christmas Breakfast Buffet and Celebration

St. Leo’s Hall 109 S Main St, Waterbury, VT, United States

Come start your day with fun at the annual Community Christmas Breakfast Celebration! Buffet includes Eggs, bacon, sausage, waffles, home fries, toast and English muffins, maple syrup, coffee, milk and juice. Music and a visit from a special guest that the kids will love! Food, Fun and Fellowship for the entire family. All are welcome!

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



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