The Mad River Valley Village

After School Cafe
2025-11-25 03:30 - 05:00, 2025-11-26 03:30 - 05:00, 2025-12-02 03:30 - 05:00, 2025-12-03 03:30 - 05:00 (America/New_York) | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
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
2025-11-25 16:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-02 16:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Hyde Away, 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield, 05673
$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

Tuesday Tunes: The Dale & Darcy Band
2025-11-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
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 is during that time that they developed the sweet harmonies and uncomplicated tunes you will find on their album. The tenor banjo, fiddles, mandolin, guitar and vocals create a sound that is pleasing to listen to, to dance to or to have playing quietly in the background. While some of the tunes are familiar favorites, others are simply their favorites, the tunes that have made a lasting impression on us all.

Sunshine Brat Wednesdays
2025-11-26 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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 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.

Thanksgiving Feast
2025-11-27 14:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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 hungry, leave happy. This is a buffet-style feast you won’t want to miss!

Fresh Catch Thursday
2025-11-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-04 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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!
2025-11-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-05 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Family Fridays!
2025-11-28 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-12-05 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
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 +

Dino Bones BBQ and Cousins Brewing Collaboration
2025-11-28 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-29 17:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Cousin’s Brewing Comopany, Rt 100/Rt 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join Dino Bones and Cousins Brewing for delicious BBQ and Brews every Friday and Saturday in November.

Maker’s Market November 29th
2025-11-29 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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 maple beers or IPAs, or transport yourself to the winter markets of Germany with a glass of delicious mulled wine. End your loop in our retail store, where we’ll be offering free gift wrapping on any of our merchandise or apparel, with new items joining us just in time for the holidays.

Dark Star Project & Zach Nugent’s Dead Set
2025-11-29 13:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-29 13:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
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
2025-11-29 16:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
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 one.

Sunday Sessions: Ryan Sweezey
2025-11-30 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
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
2025-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, 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
2025-12-01 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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

Artist Spotlight with Hannah Brookman
2025-12-01 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
The artwork that adorns our Taproom walls rotates monthly with a different Vermont artist. The month of November we’re spotlighting Marlboro, Vermont’s Hannah Brookman. Come join Hannah and the rest of the team on Monday, December 1st to take in the art and chat with the artist, before it comes off the walls!

Tuesday Tunes: Chicken Fat Injection
2025-12-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Chicken Fat Injection is a Vermont band made up of some of the finest players in the region. With over 300 shows behind them, the group communication and groove is transcendent, bordering on ‘one mind’.

CFI’s choice of – and approach to – material is unique. Believing that playing sets that cross genres is not only refreshing and unexpected for an audience, the band remains fresh on each gig; CFI is dedicated to exploring the common languages of Funk, Soul, Jazz, Blues, Country, Reggae and Rock – in real time. It’s all CFI – and it’s all Groovy.
As a quartet, CFI is: George Petit on guitars and vocals, John Rivers on electric bass, Geza Carr on drumset and Mike Hartigan on keyboards…upon occasion, when the party permits, we expand to an nonet, adding up to a full five-piece horn section that includes Jake Whitesell (tenor), Rob DeBruyn (tenor), Avery Cooper (alto/bari), Conor Young (tpt/flug) and Nate Reit (t’bone).

Climb It For Climate: The Homegrown Adventure
2025-12-05 16:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Staycations, microadventures, homegrown challenges… what does it mean to find adventure in your own backyard? In a time of uncertainty, and with clear climate consequences to far-flung adventures, how do we find joy and create memories in the place we call home?
Join Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition, and Sugarbush, with sponsorship from Protect Our Winters (POW) in an exploration of Homegrown Adventure. Come hear stories from outdoor enthusiasts and expert shredders on how they pursue their passion without traveling to the ends of the earth. And, if you’re game, share your own adventures in an Open Mic storytelling component of the evening. You’ll also have a chance to connect with other backcountry enthusiasts, as we work to identify goals and actions that let us pursue our passion while also taking action on the climate crisis.
Pizza and salad available during apres. Beverages available for purchase.

Climb It for Climate
2025-12-05 16:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Join Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition and Sugarbush for an evening of outdoor adventure and meaningful conversation.We’ll kick things off with a moonlit skin up Lincoln Peak before gathering for dinner, drinks and meaningful conversation and storytelling around winter adventures. Schedule4:30 – 6PM – Uphill Tour6:30PM –Apres (pizza and salad courtesy of MRVBC) plus beverages for purchase7:00–8:30 PM –Storytelling and Open Mic sessionCome for the trek, stay for the conversation, and leave ready for winter.

Common Ground Mad River Valley
2025-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
So much collaboration is already happening in the Valley!
On December 5th, we’re hosting Common Ground Mad River Valley, a gathering that highlights the good taking place across MRV and helps more locals connect, collaborate, and get involved.
The evening will feature your friends, the projects they’ve been leading, and where they could use a hand. This year, we’re featuring
o Andrea Henderson co-chair of the Fayston Conservation Commission and board member of the Friends of the Number Nine Schoolhouse.
o Pete Colgan Executive Secretary and Treasurer of the Mad River Rotary Club
o Marci Lutsky from Everybody Wins! She also fosters community through food, creating spaces where people can learn, gather, and connect.
After our panelists’ portion, we’ll open it up for conversation so neighbors can swap ideas, connect, and find new ways to support each other.
And yes, in true Bee fashion, there’ll be locally catered food and plenty of good energy.
We’d love for you to join us and to bring anyone in your circle who might want to be part of it. Please feel free to share this email and RSVP at the link below. We will also be providing on-site childcare for those who need it.
PS: If your organization or someone you know is hosting activities this winter, drop us a line at hello@shock.ngo so we can help spread the word on the Bee app. Hope to see you there!
