The Mad River Valley Village

Poet’s Choice
2024-03-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-03-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Players Theater, 4254 Main Street, Route 100, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
What if an angel offered a choice between a lifetime of happiness or fame and fortune as a result of expressing art? That is the question that Margaret (Sarah Storjohann, Barre), a poet, writer, and English professor, must face in this World Premier play by Vermonter Mary Pratt. Pem (Susan Lonyd, Fayston), a fallen angel chosen by God (Cynthia Seckler, Fayston) and Satan (Gabrielle Tamasi, Barre) themselves to settle this wager, comes to earth to find an artist to pose this question to, with admittance to heaven and wings or hell and a flamethrower on the line for Pem. The show also features Sarah DeBouter (Berlin), Wes Olds (Graniteville), and Carrie Phillips (Waterbury). Bridget Edwards (Winooski) is the Stage Manager and the show is directed by Doug Bergstein (Waitsfield).
Show dates/times are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, March 8-17. Tickets are $18 for evenings and $14 for Sunday matinees. Go to http://valleyplayers.com to buy tickets in advance.

Friendly Freeski Competition
2024-03-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Mad River Glen, the birthplace of New England’s competitive freeskiing is proud to be hosting a Friendly Freeski competition. If you have been curious about entering the competitive freeski arena then this event is for you! The freeski friendly is a fun event designed to give everyone a new perspective on competitive freeskiing. This event is open to all age groups. It is a one run competition. The freeski friendly, hosted by the Mad River Glen Freeski Team is a fundraiser for the Mad River Glen Ski Club. There are NO REFUNDS.
Important Registration Information:

Registration Cost – $30 (Lift tickets are required but not included).
Online Registration – Click Here
Day-of-event registration $40 CASH ONLY!
The competition is a one-run event.
U18 helmet & back protector required.
The venue is to be determined and will be revealed in the competitor’s meeting.

Judging Criteria

Line Choice: Each competitor chooses their line down the course. High scores are given for choosing difficult routes. Difficulty is determined by steepness, exposure, air, snow and course conditions.
Control: Competitors must remain in control at all times. Any loss of control will result in a lower score. Skillful recoveries will reduce penalties.
Fluidity: Constant direction towards a goal. This includes continuity, pace, and smooth transitions between sections of the course. Falling or stopping can have a negative impact in this category
Technique: Competitors are judged on style and turn quality relating to big mountain freeriding.
Style & Energy: This encompasses the pace, energy and creativity with which a competitor attacks or descends his/her chosen line or route. Style focuses on freestyle execution of maneuvers.

Age Categories
U10 Male & Female
U12 Male & Female
U14 Male & Female
U18 Male & Female
U40 Male & Female
Over 40 Male & Female

Event Timeline
Competitor Check-in/Bib Pickup
8:00 to 8:30 am
Mandatory Safety Meeting
8:30 am on the deck
Course Inspection
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Event Start
10:00 am
Awards
4:30 pm on the deck of the Single
2023 RESULTS

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2024-03-17 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-03-23 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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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Brett & Lowell Live in Stark’s Pub
2024-03-17 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Live music aprés from Brett Hughes and Lowell Thompson, join us between 3-5pm!

St. Patty’s Day Celebration
2024-03-17 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 05674
Enjoy live music and a party at the Green Mountain Lounge.

Tuesday Tunes: Chicken Fat Injection
2024-03-19 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
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).

Raclette Night
2024-03-20 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-21 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Alps-inspired Aprés at Lawson’s Finest Liquids, every Wednesday from 4:00pm-7:00pm. A traditional Raclette dinner, paired with specialty wines by the glass or bottle. Raclette plate: $20
https://www.instagram.com/p/C1o8yGiuj7R/

Intro to 3D Printing
2024-03-20 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Warren Public Library, 413 Main Street, Warren, 05674
Meet the Warren Public Library’s Lulzbot Mini printer (always free to use by the public) and to learn how to design your own printable 3D objects using the free online Tinkercad program. This workshop is designed for absolute beginners ages 12-adult. Children ages 8-11 may attend with an adult partner. Bring a laptop or visit the library website to register and reserve a library computer.

MRB Pub Music Series: Ragged Company
2024-03-20 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Mad River Barn
Join us for live music, food & drinks from 5:00-9:00pm. Music featuring Ragged Company

Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition Annual Meeting
2024-03-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom Meeting, 123 Main Street, Anytown, Vermont, 05660, United States
The Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition (MRVBC), a Vermont non-profit corporation, will hold its annual meeting on Zoom on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Virtual Meeting
Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85887579386?pwd=[REDACTED]
The board of directors will give a brief report on the organization’s status, highlighting accomplishments from 2023 and goals for the coming year. Links to the presentation, membership, and financial reports can be found on our website.
https://www.mrvbc.org/events/2024-annual-meeting
This meeting is open to all members and other interested parties. Members can cast votes for the slate of Officers at this online ballot.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VzjlDEiKVopU-6ydcx04SSYXJcVJJci8cCMFCoQRqmY/edit
Proposed Slate of Officers
President – vacant
Vice President – vacant
Secretary – Kevin Russell
Treasurer – Wendy Bridgewater
Trail Chief – Mark Haberle
Communications Coordinator – Julie Frost

Free Live Music & Cabot Fondue Aprés-ski
2024-03-21 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
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

Cookbook Club
2024-03-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Warren Public Library, 413 Main Street, Warren, 05674
The Warren Public Library’s March cookbook club highlights recipes from My Vermont Table: Recipes for All (Six) Seasons by Gesine Bullock-Prado. Prepare a recipe from the book and bring it to the library for a potluck dinner. The book is available at the library to browse and photocopy recipes. Register in person or on the website.

Free Heel Fridays
2024-03-22 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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
RESERVE NOW

Dark Star Project Trio
2024-03-22 15:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
Free live music in Stark’s Pub aprés-ski.
Bill, Joe and Adam from Vt’s Dark Star Project play Grateful Dead tunes at General Starks from 3:00 – 5:30 pm!
Facebook event

All You Can Eat Fish Fry
2024-03-22 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | St. Andrews Catholic Church, 109 S Main Street, Waterbury, 05676, United States
Friday Lenten Fish Frys are back! Please join us at St. Leo’s Hall, 109 South Main St. in Waterbury. Located behind St. Andrews Catholic Church. Fresh beer battered fish fillets, french fries, cole slaw, beverages and dessert will be served. All you can eat! No need for reservations. Take out is available by calling 802-244-7734 after 3pm on the day of the dinner. Cost: $18 per person, $8 children 6-12 or $40 for a family of 4. Everyone is welcome! Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 2085 Waterbury to benefit our charity fund.

Ski with a Naturalist
2024-03-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Blueberry Lake, Blueberry Lake, Warren, Vermont, 05674, United States
Join Friends of the Mad River for a unique outdoor experience where you can enjoy cross-country skiing (or snowshoeing) alongside a knowledgeable naturalist! This family-friendly event combines the thrill of skiing with the opportunity to learn about the surrounding nature and wildlife.
Our naturalist will guide you through the trails, pointing out interesting flora and fauna along the way. It’s a great way to stay active, connect with nature, and learn about your surroundings.
Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a beginner, this event is suitable for all skill levels. We’ll offer an hour of equipment fitting and lessons at 9 am for those new to skiing before the main event starts at 10 am. We’ll also have a StorySki experience for the young at heart.
Tickets covering the entrance fee to Blueberry Lake and ski rentals ($30) are free for the first 15 people thanks to the MRV Recreation District, so register early to guarantee your spot https://fmrski.eventbrite.com/

The Uprising – A Telemark & Alpine Touring Expo
2024-03-23 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for the “UPRISING” a Telemark and AT demo event. Whether you’re a seasoned backcountry enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this is your chance to experience the latest in telemark and alpine touring (AT) equipment firsthand.
Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to demo a wide range of telemark and AT skis, boots, and bindings from leading brands. Whether you’re interested in lightweight touring setups or aggressive backcountry performance gear, we have something for every style and skill level.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to test drive the latest telemark and AT gear. Grab your skis, pack your sense of adventure, and join us for a day of exploration, education, and excitement on March 23rd!
Uprising Event Timeline:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm Free Demos for Tele and AT in the Base Area
10:00 – 11:00 Community Skin
12:00 – 1:00 SKIMO Race
Participating Venders:

Dynafit
Scarpa
22 Designs
G3
Black Diamond
DPS
Ortovox

Ski Vermont Specialty Food Day
2024-03-23 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 05674
The Ski Vermont Specialty Food Day Tour visits Sugarbush Resort on March 23 (rain date March 24) with local Vermont food and beverage vendors. This pop-up farmer’s market style event showcases all the unique things that Vermont has to offer, right at the base of the mountain we love. Sample various sweets and treats and go home with some too! Ski Vermont partners showcased include Cabot Cheese, Barr Hill Gin, Mad River Distillers, Woodchuck Cider & Daychaser Seltzers, and Long Trail Brewing.This Event will run from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard.

Seed Swap
2024-03-23 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Moretown Town Hall and Library, 1147 Route 100B, Moretown, 05660
Join your friends and neighbors in getting ready for the upcoming growing season with a community seed swap hosted by the MRV Libraries and ShareMRV. We invite you to drop your seeds to swap off at Joslin, Moretown or Warren libraries the week before the swap: March 16-22. Seeds should not be more than two years old and mark them clearly in packets. All remaining seeds after the swap will be donated to our Little Seed Libraries.

Mad River Ski Club Championships
2024-03-23 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

BAKE SALE
2024-03-23 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Moretown United Methodist Church, 962 Route 100B, Moretown, 05660
Moretown Methodist Church United Women in Faith will host a bake sale Saturday March 23, 2024, from 11AM until 2PM at the church. Take some stress off your Easter meal planning. Free parking behind church

Maple Beer and Chili Invitational
2024-03-23 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
We’re hosting our inaugural Maple Beer and Chili Invitational! Breweries and cideries from all over the Northeast will bring their specialty crafted beer showcasing the sweet star of spring, maple syrup! But the fun doesn’t stop there! The breweries will also bring their best crafted maple chili in the hopes of winning the coveted Golden Ladle award.
Day-Of Tickets $40
Participating breweries:
Equilibrium Brewery
14th Star Brewing
New England Brewing Co.
Tilted Barn Brewery
Shacksbury Cider
Stowe Cider
Prison City Brewing
Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
Red Leaf Gluten-Free Brewing
Kraemer & Kin
Fall Street Brewing Co.
Mast Landing Brewing Co.
von Trapp Brewing
Zero Gravity Brewing
and Lawson’s Finest Liquids
This is a ticketed event. Guests will receive event glassware to sample the maple beers, chili samples from all 15 participating breweries, and tickets to vote for your favorite chili.

Memories
2024-03-23 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House, 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Black and White photography by Bonnie Barnes. Opening this Saturday, March 9th, 12-4 PM with Artist Talk at 1 PM.
Waitsfield UCC, Village Meeting House, upstairs, 4355 Main Street, Waitsfield.

Blizzard Boogie
2024-03-23 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, 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.

Women In Beer Grand Tasting
2024-03-23 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Liquor Junction, Andover, MA, 1280 Osgood St., North Andover, MA, 01845, United States
Celebrating women in the beer industry with over 20 breweries being featured.

The Grift
2024-03-23 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Come out to watch the Grift perform live in Stark’s Pub on Saturday March 23rd from 7-10 PM! Tickets are SOLD OUT ONLINE we will have $40 tickets at the door, cash or Venmo. Quantities are limited, first come first served. All proceeds go to benefit the Mad River Glen Ski Club.
