The Mad River Valley Community Calendar is The Valley’s most comprehensive events calendar. All are invited to submit their event here:
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The Waitsfield Elementary Ski & Skate Sale is back for it’s 46th year! This celebrated community tradition returns to Waitsfield Elementary School on Saturday, November 15, offering unbeatable prices on new and gently used ski, skate, and winter sports gear to support the WES PTA. * WHAT: New and Used Gear: Alpine, Nordic, Skate, Backcountry, […]
In this workshop, adults & children ages 5+ will explore hand-building techniques to create their very own whimsical gnomes. Students will be able to personalize their gnomes with colorful underglazes. Examples will be provided for inspiration. These little gnomes will make great holiday gifts and decorations! There is no limit to ho many gnomes participants […]
Since 1979, the Waitsfield Elementary School Ski & Skate Sale has been outfitting everyone for winter and is the longest-running sale in the Mad River Valley. Proudly sponsored by Sugarbush and Mad River Glen, the event features new and used equipment and clothing for skiers, riders, skaters, and winter lovers of all ages. WHEN: November […]
Join us on Saturday November 15 from our annual Playpalooza Holiday Kickoff. Free activities will be happening both inside and outside the store so come on over the Mad River Gren to play! Pull a carrot for your secret discount and free gift with purchase while supplies last. Activites from 10-4 , teh store open […]
Join Dino Bones and Cousins Brewing for delicious BBQ and Brews every Friday and Saturday in November.
Remember Baker is joining the Lawson’s Finest taproom for the first time on November 16th, bringing their blend of old time music, bluegrass, and New Orleans jazz.
Do you live in Fayston? Are interested in the history of our beautiful little mountainside town? We want to rejuvenate the Fayston Historical Society, and we invite any interested persons young and old to attend our organizational meeting, to be held at the Fayston Town Hall from 4:00- 5:00 on Sunday, November 16. Come Join […]
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
Mondays from 3:00 – 4:30pm. Starts October 20th. Beginning October 20th, 4th – 6th graders will begin a six week course. Focusing on three different artists, students will have the chance to explore, in depth, three very different types of creating – from 2 dimensional to three dimensional art. Students will receive a book about […]
Are you an angler ready to take your fly fishing to the next level? Never been out but curious about what’s involved in the sport? Join us for a fly-tying demo with angler Rob Jordan and Pete Brooks where they will show their techniques and share tips and tricks for getting started with your own […]
We’re proud to partner with Hannah’s House for an after-school café—a safe, welcoming space where high school students can unwind, work on projects, connect with peers, and enjoy tea and snacks from Red Hen and other local establishments. STARTING OCTOBER 14th 3:30-5:30pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
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.
We’re proud to partner with Hannah’s House for an after-school café—a safe, welcoming space where high school students can unwind, work on projects, connect with peers, and enjoy tea and snacks from Red Hen and other local establishments. STARTING OCTOBER 14th 3:30-5:30pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Breaking Down the Barriers to International Travel A roundtable discussion with International travel expert Kerrie Tripp, the Director of Products & Sales Discover New England facilitated by Sara DiFilippi, the Director of Partnerships and Community Engagement for the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. Kerrie wants to learn more about the Mad River Valley and share international opportunities for […]
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 […]
Join us at the von Trapp farm for a special How to Build a Board (+eat it too) class on Wednesday Nov 19th, 6:00-7:30pm. Tickets are $65. Gain skills, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of pairings for a delicious cheeseboard. Our in-house affineur (someone who ages cheese), Olivia Haver, will discuss and demonstrate how to […]
In the late ’60s and ’70s, a group of architects landed in Vermont with big ideas and a simple plan: to stop just designing buildings and start making them too. Drawing from Bauhaus ideals but rejecting the rigidity of academia, they built by hand, embraced mistakes, and turned architecture into a wild, creative experiment. […]
Thursdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm. Starts October 16th. EXPLORE PAINTING, SCULPTURE, & WORK WITH RECYCLED MATERIALS. Starting October 16th, your young artists will begin a six week course. Each week children will receive their own book based on a featured artist. Following a read aloud, children will jump into an art project based on the […]
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!
We’ll have snowboard movies on the big projector, a raffle with sick prizes, big cat Travis in the house, food available from Peace Burger, and drinks available from Afterthoughts! Come hang out, build community, and get hyped as heck for this season! SET LIST 7:30PM – LOCAL SHOWCASE! EDITS FROM RYDER @MIDNIGHT_RYDER_ KYLE GLOSS GOESFOR […]
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, […]
Award winning paintings, skillfully crafted ceramics, stunning stained glass, greeting cards, photography, ornaments and so much more. In addition to viewing outstanding art, guests will be treated to complementary holiday refreshments and the pleasure of watching Guild artists at work. Artists will have work for sale for early holiday shoppers looking for that one-of-a-kind gift.
Award winning paintings, skillfully crafted ceramics, stunning stained glass, greeting cards, photography, ornaments and so much more. In addition to viewing outstanding art, guests will be treated to complementary holiday refreshments and the pleasure of watching Guild artists at work. Artists will have work for sale for early holiday shoppers looking for that one-of-a-kind gift.
Join Dino Bones and Cousins Brewing for delicious BBQ and Brews every Friday and Saturday in November.
Join Evan Jennison and friends for a night of Bluegrass & Beyond. More friends to be announced but mark your calendars for this night of great music and good vibes. Featured friends are Luke Auriemmo, Matt Schrag, and Ben Lively. Doors at 8pm $10 Cover Music at 8:30pm
The wait is over, winter kicks off at Sugarbush with Opening Day at Lincoln Peak! Conditions permitting, we’ll spin the lifts and drop the ropes as soon as Mother Nature allows. Grab your gear, rally your crew, and join us on the mountain to celebrate the official start of ski season. Stay tuned for terrain […]
Start your morning with an energizing Daybreak Dance Party! 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. Featuring DJ Maximo and El Profe. Scones and pastries for sale. Feel free […]
Join our second very special guest reader; Emmy Award-winning Animator Hayley Morris, on Saturday November 22nd at 11am! Hayley will be reading LOTTE’S MAGICAL PAPER PUPPETS. Afterward, she’ll talk with children about the fascinating work she does as an animator. Then Hayley will lead children through a fun paper puppet craft, followed by a stop-motion […]
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Award winning paintings, skillfully crafted ceramics, stunning stained glass, greeting cards, photography, ornaments and so much more. In addition to viewing outstanding art, guests will be treated to complementary holiday refreshments and the pleasure of watching Guild artists at work. Artists will have work for sale for early holiday shoppers looking for that one-of-a-kind gift.
Kick off the season with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks, and more at Mt. Ellen!
Kick off the season with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks and more at Mt. Ellen!Save the date, more information coming soon!
Kick off winter at Sugarbush Resort’s Mt. EllenJoin us for an evening packed with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks and plenty of mountain stoke as we celebrate the start of ski and snowboard season in Vermont.Event HighlightsLive Music: Enjoy a high-energy performance by Slam Trans-Am, New England’s raddest 80s band, live in […]
Kick off winter at Sugarbush Resort’s Mt. EllenJoin us for an evening packed with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks and plenty of mountain stoke as we celebrate the start of ski and snowboard season in Vermont.Event HighlightsLive Music: Enjoy a high-energy performance by Slam Trans-Am, New England’s raddest 80s band, live in […]
Kick off winter at Sugarbush Resort’s Mt. EllenJoin us for an evening packed with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks and plenty of mountain stoke as we celebrate the start of ski and snowboard season in Vermont.Event HighlightsLive Music: Enjoy a high-energy performance by Slam Trans-Am, New England’s raddest 80s band, live in […]
Kick off winter at Sugarbush Resort’s Mt. EllenJoin us for an evening packed with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks and plenty of mountain stoke as we celebrate the start of ski and snowboard season in Vermont.Event HighlightsLive Music: Enjoy a high-energy performance by Slam Trans-Am, New England’s raddest 80s band, live in […]
Join Dino Bones and Cousins Brewing for delicious BBQ and Brews every Friday and Saturday in November.
West Coast legends Chali2na and Cut Chemist make their debut at Afterthoughts on November 22, 2025. The two have remained friends since 1987 —from forming #unitycommittee, to #jurassic5, blending sounds with #ozamatli, and chasing solo projects that pushed the boundaries of hip-hop and beyond. It’s a 35 year old friendship that manifests into music and […]
Join us on the 4th Sunday of each month for Benedicts in the Barn—a delightfully rustic breakfast experience set in our charming Vermont barn Feast on an evolving menu featuring classic and creative takes on Eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes, custom omelettes, house‑made corned beef hash, avocado toast, and premium meats from 5th Quarter Butcher—all served […]
Join us for some holiday fun! Parents and children ages 3 and up can come make their very own ornaments to adorn their trees or hang around their houses. With a wide variety of available shapes, participants will cut ornaments from slabs of clay, using color and texture to decorate them. Examples & instruction will […]
Award winning paintings, skillfully crafted ceramics, stunning stained glass, greeting cards, photography, ornaments and so much more. In addition to viewing outstanding art, guests will be treated to complementary holiday refreshments and the pleasure of watching Guild artists at work. Artists will have work for sale for early holiday shoppers looking for that one-of-a-kind gift.
Come out and watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the surprisingly good Chicago Bears. When you see the terrible towel flag waiving you know its time for some football. If yinz can’t be dahn tahn to watch the stillers with an ahrn, this is the next best place. Once again this year we are offering […]
You know ’em, you love ’em, and they’re back at the Lawson’s Finest taproom! Come and down, say hi to your friends, and enjoy some tunes for your soul.
Line Dancing at Afterthoughts will continue through the winter with Jenna from Good Time Line Dancing! She’ll be here on the 2nd and fourth Sunday’s (weather permitting) of the month to get down and dirty on the dance floor with some new moves and classic line dances for you. $10 to participate. Dust off those […]
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
Mondays from 3:00 – 4:30pm. Starts October 20th. Beginning October 20th, 4th – 6th graders will begin a six week course. Focusing on three different artists, students will have the chance to explore, in depth, three very different types of creating – from 2 dimensional to three dimensional art. Students will receive a book about […]
We’re proud to partner with Hannah’s House for an after-school café—a safe, welcoming space where high school students can unwind, work on projects, connect with peers, and enjoy tea and snacks from Red Hen and other local establishments. STARTING OCTOBER 14th 3:30-5:30pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu
$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu
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 […]
