Women’s Mid-Week Alpine Clinic
2024-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | VT
The Women’s Mid-Week clinics are for women and taught by women using positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This eight-week program meets for 2-hour sessions on Thursday mornings.
Dates: Thursdays – January 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15 & 29 March 7 (No session 02.22.24)
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Cost: $229 – 8 week session
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John Anderson Exhibit at MRV Arts
2024-02-08 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-09 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-10 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Festival Gallery at Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street,, Waitsfield, 05673
What’s the big idea? As a freshman in college, my first grade on a paper was a D-
minus. When I spoke to the professor about my failure, he told me I knew the
material, the facts, but had no Big Idea. This was a huge lesson then and has
remained so ever since.
Concept, line and space drive the inquiry in my creative practice, both as an architect
and as an artist. In my work, both line and space are constructed to serve an imagined — even
irrational — beginning (The Big Idea). A conceptual narrative takes shape, a backstory
might develop, a fantasy or a metaphor might direct the path of the project. As I
proceed in my design process a kind of acceptance of a new reality starts to inform
me and a dialogue of choices and decisions take off.

Create Valentines Glass Art at Inklings!
2024-02-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join us on February 8th at 3PM! Salt & Sand Studios will be at Inklings, helping children create one-of-a-kind glass images for Valentine’s Day!!!
REGISTRATION is required! EVENT LINK below.
– No experience necessary.
– Vaccination required, masks optional.
– Ages 7 and up.
– $25 per student.
– 1 hour experience.
– Pieces will be ready for pickup in two days.
(Shipping available).

Free Live Music & Cabot Fondue Aprés-ski
2024-02-08 15:30 - 17:30 | VT
Our live music series rolls on this season every Thursday, aprés-ski from 3:30 until 5:30 along with FREE fondue from Cabot! Thanks to our good friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for helping support local musicians. Each and every Thursday throughout the ski season will feature a rotation of local musical talents. Check out our event calendar for a complete list of live music. Stark’s Pub is open daily during the winter ski season from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

January 4 John Lackard
January 11 Rob Pierce and friends
January 18 Al’s Pals
January 25 Running in Circles
February 1 Ragged Company
February 8 Al’s Pals
February 15 Phineas Gage
February 22 Running in Circles
March 7 TBD
March 14 Medicine Tribe Trio
March 21 Al’s Pals
March 28 Rob Pierce and Friends
April 4 TBD

Learn About the Mysa School
2024-02-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Join Mysa School Founder, Siri Fiske and current families, staff, and students with prospective Mysa families to introduce you to our community, share the Mysa model, and answer questions you may have about our Microschool. RSVP and let us know if you are able to attend, we look forward to hearing from you. If you can’t attend our event let’s schedule a time to visit Mysa that works for you.

IFSA Junior 2*
2024-02-09 07:30 - 17:00 | VT
Mad River Glen, the fertile crescent of big mountain skiing in New England is proud to be hosting an IFSA sanctioned Junior Regional 2* competition. Come test your mettle on the east coast’s most challenging terrain.
Important Registration Information:

Registration Cost – $70 (Lift ticket or season pass required)
Competitors MUST have an active 2024 IFSA Membership to register for this event.
This event is limited to 100 competitors.
The competition is a one-run event.
Helmets and back protectors are mandatory.

Age Categories
U12 Female & Male Ski
U15 Female & Male Ski
U19 Female & Male Ski
Event Timeline
Competitor Check-in/Bib Pickup Friday, February 9th from 8:00 to 9:00 am on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Mandatory Safety Meeting 9:00 am on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Course Inspection 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Event Start 11:00 am
Awards ASAP following the completion of the event on the 3rd floor

EVENT SPONSORS:

Free Heel Fridays
2024-02-09 10:00 - 12:00 | VT
This telemark clinic meets every Friday throughout the season and is offered in two different time slots. Participants can choose from one of two sessions, available from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Dates: Fridays – January 12, 19 & 26 February 2, 9 & 16 (No session available on February 23, 2024) March 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Time: Choose from either the morning session from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm.
Cost: $79/session OR $105/session with lift ticket
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Free Live Music Aprés
2024-02-09 14:30 - 17:30 | VT
Local musicians Brett Hughes and Lowell Thompson take the Stark’s Pub stage aprés-ski!

Kandahar Mountain Race
2024-02-10 07:30 - 10:00 | VT
A race of a bygone era, the Kandahar channels the spirit of full mountain races that were once commonplace on the racing circuit and at MRG. The last version held in the 1980s began on Creamery, descended onto Moody’s, before taking on (Grand) Canyon. At the bottom of Canyon, racers went straight across Easy Way, over the cliff on One Way, and over S-Turn Cliff onto Lower Periwinkle and finished by the base of the Double. Whew! Our modern version is a bit more modest but will still reward those who can ski gates as well as terrain on the trail. The trail combination and exact set to get from the start to the finish are dependent on snow depth and conditions. Please see the race flyer (when available) for additional course details.
Details:
Field Limit: 75 racers
Age requirement: 10 years old or older as of January 1st, 2024
Athlete Lift: Tentatively 7:30 am
Race Begins: Tentatively 8:00 am
Awards: by age group and gender
Disclaimer: Weather and conditions dependent, no refunds on entry fee in the event of cancellation. We reserve the right to change or modify any of the perimeters of the race including but not limited to start time, location, course, finish and awards in the interest of event security.
Proceeds from this event go to benefit the Mad River Glen Race Club and are non-refundable.
The MRG Racing Triple Crown combines three celebrated legacy events and crowns an overall category champions!

The Family Tournament is a family-friendly event where a competitor’s result is added together with other family members’ individual results to complete scoring and celebrate the fastest family combo.
The storied Kandahar is MRG’s modern version of a full mountain ski race. It rewards those who can ski gates as well as terrain and conditions on the trail.
The Rockefeller Challenge is a test of fearlessness and speed where competitors tuck straight downhill and glide uphill to find the skier who goes the furthest.

Combine and register for all three events and save!
A valid lift ticket or season pass is required. Lift ticket not included in the entry fee.
Ages 10 & up as of 1/1/24. You must complete a registration for each family member who will be racing. Please log in below (if you are already in MRG’s system) or create a new account for each racer.
Disclaimer: Weather and conditions dependent. There are no refunds on the entry fee for any reason, including in the event of date change, cancellation, or inability to participate. We reserve the right to change or modify any of the perimeters of the race including but not limited to start time, date, location, course, finish and awards in the interest of event security.

Women’s Telemark Clinic
2024-02-10 09:45 - 15:00 | VT
Telemark ski clinics by women, and for women use positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals.
Dates: Saturdays – January 13, February 10, March 2
Time: 9:45 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: $189/day ($244/day with lift ticket)
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Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2024-02-10 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-02-11 10:30 - 12:30 | VT
Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains as well as our resident moose, bear, deer, fisher, coyote, red fox and more! Easy to moderate difficulty. Learn more about our Naturalist Programs.

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Climate and Ecology Expert Series: Bear Signs Snowshoe Walk
2024-02-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Mad River Glen, 57 Schuss Pass Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Join us for a guided snowshoe trek with a Mad River Glen naturalist as we learn about the ecology and wildlife that call Stark Mountain home!
While the trek will focus on bear signs and understanding bear hibernation, we’ll learn more generally about the Green Mountain forest and all its inhabitants.
This event is hosted on Mad River Glen property, and through the support of the the Mad River Valley Rotary Club, we will be covering the entry cost for all participants.
If you need to rent snowshoes, Mad River Glen is offering our group a discounted price of $15 for half-day rentals. We’d like this to be accessible to everyone, so indicate in your RSVP if you need assistance in paying the rental cost as we have funds to help with that as well!
Please register below and reach out to onome@friendsofthemadriver.org with any questions.

Blizzard Boogie
2024-02-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Sugarbush brings the Blizzard, DJ Patrick Quimby brings the boogie. Fun, family friendly dance party in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard from 1pm-4pm. Lot of cool prizes and give-a-ways.

Afternoon Enchantment a flute and piano program presented by Eleva Chamber Players
2024-02-10 15:00 - 16:30 | United Church of Christ/Waterbury Congregational Church, 8 North Main Street 8 North Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
The Eleva Chamber Players is presenting two celebrated Vermont-based musicians – flutist Laurel Ann Maurer and pianist Michael Sitton – in a midday concert titled Afternoon Enchantment. They will share their magic and wizardry on the flute and piano in a program that includes works by Donizetti, Schubert, Franckenpohl and Piazzolla. They will also perform the world premiere of “The Fourth Highway” written by Vermont composer David Gunn for Maurer.

‘Art Rumble’ at Rumble’s Bistro Bar and Grill at Sugarbush Mountain Resort
2024-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
‘Art Rumble’ at Rumble’s Bistro Bar and Grill at Sugarbush Resort features the work of 3 Valley artists; Julia Purinton, Julie Parker and Barrie Bisher.
There is an artist reception on February 10 at 5 pm until 7pm. Join Mad River Valley Arts to celebrate their work. The exhibition is up until March 15, 2024.

Comedy Night at Castlerock Pub
2024-02-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Join us at the Castlerock Pub for a night of fun laughs. Recommended for 18+.Free entry.

Mad River Chorale Chocolate and Roses Be My Valentine’s
2024-02-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Warren United Church, 339 Main St, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
Details
Time: 7 pm with a reception following
When: Saturday, February 10th
Where: Warren United Church 339 Main St, Warren, VT 05674
Why: For fun near Valentine’s Day! And to support the MRC with free will donations.
Contact us at info.madriverchorale.org@gmail.com if questions or for more information

NVC U10 Giant Slalom Race
2024-02-11 08:00 - 15:00 | VT
Vermont Alpine Racing Association U10 Giant Slalom
Race Announcement
https://vara.org/

Super Bowl Party at Rumbles Kitchen
2024-02-11 14:00 - 21:00 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Watch the Super Bowl with us in Rumble’s Kitchen on the BIGGEST TV in town. We’ll have the Super Bowl playing on our 13’x8′ LED Video Wall, as well as the other 6 TV’s in Rumble’s.

Snacker Bowl MDCCCXXIV
2024-02-11 18:00 - 22:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Super Bowl LVIII: The 49ers vs Chiefs!
Who is going to win? The Swifties or the Deadheads?
Snacker Bowl MDCCCXXIV (that’s 1824 for those of you wondering): Which do you want to eat more? Kansas City Ribs or San Francisco Style Seafood Chowder with Sourdough Bread?
Lot’s of people will be debating this but we’ve made the answers easy for you. Come watch the game with us in the Barn at 1824 House on the big screen and enjoy all of it. Snacking Feast Includes: Kansas City BBQ Ribs, San Francisco Style Seafood Chowder with Sourdough Bread, Wings, Soft Pretzels, assorted chips and dips, Assorted Sliders, Cheesesteaks and more…
$45 per person includes Snacking Feast, tax and gratuity. Cash Bar.

VPA Harwood Union HS “Skilton Classic” Dual Panel Slalom
2024-02-12 08:00 - 16:00 | VT
Head to head racing with a pro jump.
Race Announcement

Graybeard’s Clinic
2024-02-12 09:30 - 12:00 | VT
The Graybeard’s Clinic is designed for men who are at least 45 years old and are intermediate to advanced skiers. The clinic will focus on learning to fully enjoy the Mad River Glen skiing experience by deepening fundamental skills and then applying those skills to the varied terrain that makes Mad River special. Participants will learn to ski groomers and the bumps better and with more confidence – making it more fun and joyful. We will also focus on specific mechanics that are a bit easier on your body, thus enhancing your overall ski experience here at Mad River Glen and wherever your skis may take you.
The clinic will be led by Rick Ruback who has been coaching ski racing at Mad River for over twenty years. Rick is excited to bring some racing skills and drills into adult teaching as a way to help the participants improve their skiing. Joining Rick will be a collection of some of the most experienced members of the Mad River Glen Ski School.
Dates: Mondays – January 22 & 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 4, 11 (No session 02.19.24)
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Who: Men 45+ years of age, intermediate and above skiing level
Cost: $239 – 7 Week Session
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Graybeard’s Clinic
2024-02-12 09:30 - 12:00 | VT
The Graybeard’s Clinic is designed for men who are intermediate to advanced skiers. The clinic will focus on learning to fully enjoy the Mad River Glen skiing experience by deepening fundamental skills and then applying those skills to the varied terrain that makes Mad River special. Participants will learn to ski groomers and the bumps better and with more confidence – making it more fun and joyful. We will also focus on specific mechanics that are a bit easier on your body, thus enhancing your overall ski experience here at Mad River Glen and wherever your skis may take you.
The clinic will be led by Rick Ruback who has been coaching ski racing at Mad River for over twenty years. Rick is excited to bring some racing skills and drills into adult teaching as a way to help the participants improve their skiing. Joining Rick will be a collection of some of the most experienced members of the Mad River Glen Ski School.
Dates: Mondays January 22, 29, February 5, 12 & 26, March 4 & 11
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $329 7 week session (valid ticket or pass required)
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Women’s Telemark Tuesday Clinic
2024-02-13 10:00 - 12:00 | VT
Telemark ski programs by women, for women using positive attitudes, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This program is designed for intermediate telemark skiers and above. Eight 2-hour lessons on Tuesday mornings. Space is limited.
Dates: Tuesdays – January 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 27 & March 5
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $229 – 8 Week Session (Valid Pass or Ticket required)
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Scrag Mountain Music – Spiritual Sounding: Divine Love
2024-02-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, 05602, United States
Presented by Scrag Mountain Music and hosted by the Unitarian Church of Montpelier, this interspiritual event features Scrag co-Artistic Director Evan Premo’s improvised loop-based, ambient style, long form music for meditation, prayer, or deep listening. Evan’s music facilitates a deep meditative experience which connects listeners to one another and all consciousness. The theme for this spiritual sounding is Divine Love: that Love, the essence of the Universe, that holds us always through life’s peaks and valleys. As source material, Evan will include Hildegard Von Bingen’s medieval chant, Karitas habundat: “Love abounds in all, from the deepest depths and excelling over every star…”
“Come as you are, Pay what you can.” For details and tickets: http://www.scragmountainmusic.org/spiritual-sounding-divine-love.html

Tuesday Tunes: Good Gravy
2024-02-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Good Gravy is a bluegrass trio out of Burlington, VT led by Joe Agnello. And they bring it.
