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Build A Cheese Board class @ von Trapp Farmstead

von Trapp Farmstead 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, Vermont

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 […]

Prickly Mountain Film

The Big Picture Theater 48 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

 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. […]

Fall Art Class at Inklings, Grades K – 3

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

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 […]

Fresh Catch Thursday

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 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!

SEND IT!: SNOWBOARD STOKE MOVIE NIGHT

afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

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 […]

Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 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, […]

WinterArtFest

Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

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.

WinterArtFest

Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

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.

LIVE MUSIC W/ EVAN JENNISON & FRIENDS

afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

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

Lincoln Peak Opening Day 2025

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 […]

Daybreak Dance Party!

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

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 […]

Emmy Award-winning Animator Hayley Morris visits Inklings!

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

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 […]

THANKSGIVING BAKE SALE

Moretown United Methodist Church 962 Route 100B, Moretown

THANKSGIVING BAKE SALE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2025 11AM – 2PM MORETOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 962 ROUTE 100B Proceeds benefit the mission of United Women of Faith. LIGHTEN THE LOAD OF YOUR HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS PURCHASE HOME BAKED GOODS! FREE PARKING BEHIND CHURCH QUESTIONS? EMAIL VMEADFARM@GMAIL.COM 802-461-5054

WinterArtFest

Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

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.

The Big Kicker

Kick off the season with live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks, and more at Mt. Ellen!

The Big Kicker

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!

The Big Kicker

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 […]

The Big Kicker

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 […]

The Big Kicker

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 […]

The Big Kicker

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 […]

CHALI2NA and CUT CHEMIST at AFTERTHOUGHTS

afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

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 […]

Benedicts in the Barn

1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

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 […]

Holiday Ornament Making at Blockhouse

Blockhouse Studio 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

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 […]

WinterArtFest

Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

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.

Steelers Bar(n): Pittsburgh Steelers vs Chicago Bears

1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

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 […]

Sunday Sessions: Phineas Gage

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

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: BOOTS & BURGERS w/Jenna from GOOD TIME LINE DANCING

afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

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 […]

MadLove Mondays

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 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  

Fall Art Class at Inklings, Grades 4 – 6

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

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 […]

After School Cafe

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

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.

Taco Tuesday

Hyde Away 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield

$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

Taco Tuesday

Hyde Away 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield

$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

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 […]

After School Cafe

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

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.

Sunshine Brat Wednesdays

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 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 […]

Thanksgiving Feast

Join us for a festive Thanksgiving Buffet at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar! Enjoy a delicious spread of seasonal favorites and classic holiday dishes.Pricing:- Adults: $75- Children 12 & under: $35A credit card is required to hold your reservation. Please note our 24-hour cancellation policy. A $20 per person fee applies for no-shows or same-day cancellations.Come […]

Fresh Catch Thursday

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 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!

Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 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, […]

Family Fridays!

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

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 +

Maker’s Market November 29th

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

It’s back! November 29th (and then again 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 […]

Dark Star Project & Zach Nugent’s Dead Set

Deadheads, this one’s for you. Settle into the groove with Dark Star Project bringing the jams from 1:00–4:00 PM, followed by Zach Nugent’s Dead Set bringing the jams from 4:30–6:00 PM. Expect deep cuts, good company and plenty of jam-fueled energy to go around.

Dark Star Project & Zach Nugent’s Dead Set

Deadheads, this one’s for you. Settle into the groove with Dark Star Project bringing the jams from 1:00–4:00 PM, followed by Zach Nugent’s Dead Set bringing the jams from 4:30–6:00 PM. Expect deep cuts, good company and plenty of jam-fueled energy to go around.

Dark Star Project & Zach Nugent’s Dead Set

Deadheads, this one’s for you. Settle into the groove with Zach Nugent’s Dead Set bringing the jams from 4:30–6:00 PM, followed by Dark Star Project carrying the vibe late into the night. Expect deep cuts, good company, and that unmistakable Castlerock Pub energy.Stay tuned for final set times — you won’t want to miss this […]

Sunday Sessions: Ryan Sweezey

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

Fresh off his new album, Maybe Magic, and a nomination for Songwriter of the Year by the New England Music Awards, we are thrilled to welcome Vermont’s Ryan Sweezey back to the Lawson’s Finest taproom. 

NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S BINGO NIGHT

afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

DJ T.RAD is back with another NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S BINGO on November 30th 6-8pm. $5/ card to play. Bring in

MadLove Mondays

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 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  



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