Women’s Telemark Tuesday Clinic
2025-02-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 25 & March 4
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $349 – 8 Week Session (Valid Pass or Ticket required)
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MRV Chamber Marketing Workshop: Speak their Language: A Guide to Marketing Messaging and Content
2025-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Remote, United States
Join us on Tuesday, February 11th, at 10:00 AM for “Speak their Language: A Guide to Marketing Messaging and Content,” a must-attend webinar for local entrepreneurs and business owners in the Mad River Valley!

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This interactive webinar will equip you with the tools to craft compelling marketing messaging that resonates with your ideal audience and drives results. You’ll learn how to communicate effectively, build trust, and create content that aligns with your brand’s goals.
Led by marketing expert Brittany Winfield of The Winfield Creative, this session will cover:

Identifying and understanding your target audience to speak their language and meet their needs.
Crafting messaging that resonates emotionally, solves problems, and drives action.
Aligning your content and messagingacross platforms for consistent, impactful communication.

Whether you’re looking to refine your current messaging or start fresh with a targeted approach, this webinar will empower you to connect with your audience and elevate your marketing efforts.

February Climate & Ecology Book Club
2025-02-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Join Friends of the Mad River and Joslin Memorial Library for the February climate & ecology book club meeting!
We will be reading “The Serviceberry”, a new novel from Robin Wall Kimmerer, the author of “Braiding Sweetgrass”. There will be insightful, guided discussion and delicious snacks on offer at the meeting. Copies of the book are available for check out at Joslin Memorial Library.
If you plan to attend the meeting, please sign up at https://bit.ly/serviceberrybookclub.

Winter Golf Clinic at the SHaRC
2025-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | SIM Suites, SHaRC
Sharpen Your Swing This Winter with PGA Pro Roger King! Take your golf game to the next level—even when the snow falls! Join PGA Pro Roger King at the SIM Suites in the SHaRC for exclusive winter golf lessons. Using state-of-the-art simulators, you’ll get personalized tips and real-time feedback to improve your swing, accuracy, and overall game.2025 Winter Golf Clinic Dates:January: 13, 27February: 10, 24March: 10, 24April: 7, 21Time:5 PM – 7 PMCost:$50 per sessionCall the SHaRC at 802-583-6700 for more information.

Abstract^2
2025-02-10 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-09 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-08 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
Mad River Valley Arts (Mad Arts) presents Lisa Dimondstein, Julie Parker and Sandra Shenk in Abstract^2.
These three women photographers are dedicated to radicalizing the photo as image.
They abstract from a pre-existing abstract sculpture with the aim to capture the essential properties and relationships of the original abstract concept, and in doing so they remove themselves from any context or specific content or representation. The process involves eliminating any reference to real-world objects or situations and to focus only on the inherent structures and relationships.
The Cold Hollow Sculpture Park, in Enosburg Falls, has over 70 large abstract sculptures by renowned artist David Stromeyer. The photographs of Lisa, Julie and Sandra
are inventive abstractions from David’s sculpture. They utilize an in-camera multiple exposure technique to explore the intricate relationship between color, texture, movement, line and form.

Graybeard’s Clinic
2025-02-10 09:30 - 12:00
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 27 February 3, 10 & 24, March 3, 10 & 17
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $349 7 week session (valid ticket or pass required)
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Winter Golf Clinics at the SHaRC Simulators
2025-02-10 08:00 - 19:00 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Sharpen Your Swing This Winter with PGA Pro Roger King! Take your golf game to the next level—even when the snow falls! Join PGA Pro Roger King at the SIM Suites in the SHaRC for exclusive winter golf lessons. Using state-of-the-art simulators, you’ll get personalized tips and real-time feedback to improve your swing, accuracy, and overall game.
2025 Winter Golf Clinic Dates:
January: 13, 27
February: 10, 24
March: 10, 24
April: 7, 21
Time:
5 PM – 7 PM
Cost:
$50 per session
Call the SHaRC at 802-583-6700 for more information.

Snacker Bowl LIX
2025-02-09 18:00 - 22:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Join the fun at 1824 House to watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles on one of the biggest TVs in the Mad River Valley.
Our barn is the perfect space to watch the big game and enjoy the Snacker Bowl Buffet. Our buffet offers Philly favorites including: Cheesesteaks wit wiz, Italian Roast Pork Sandwiches, Wings, Soft Pretzels with Beer Cheese and more…
Full Bar available

The Big Game
2025-02-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Rumble’s Bistro and Bar, Lincoln Peak
Join us at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar for the BIG Game and experience football like never before! We’re showing all the action on our massive TV wall, so you won’t miss a single play. Kickoff is at 6:30 PM, so get here early to grab your seat and settle in for the excitement. And let’s be real—the snacks are half the fun. We’ll have saucy wings, tasty game-day bites, and cold drinks waiting for you. Whether you’re here for the big plays or just for the food and fun, Rumble’s is the place to be. Grab your friends and join us for the ultimate game-day experience!

Watch the Super Bowl at Afterthoughts
2025-02-09 17:00 - 23:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Opening at 5pm, we’ll have the game on a big screen and all 4 tvs.
Peace Burger with the smashed hambs and wing specials.
Drink specials and more!
We’ve got a Super Bowl square squares going. Buy your square at Valley Meade or upstairs during open hours. Thursday to Sunday 5PM to close.

Superbowl Sunday Party At Afterthoughts
2025-02-09 15:00 - 23:00 | After Thoughts, 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Come join us at Afterthoughts (above Valley Meade Dispensary) for the Superbowl!
$5 cans from our friends at Lawson’s and wings from Peaceburger!
We open at 3PM! Kick-off at 6:30

Puppy Playoffs 🐾
2025-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Rumble’s Bistro and Bar, Lincoln Peak
Get ready for some tail-wagging fun at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar on February 9th at 2PM! Watch as adorable pups take center stage in a playful competition, all while enjoying the action on our huge big screen—perfect for catching every moment of the fun! Whether you’re here for the cutest pups or just the good vibes, Rumble’s is the place to be. Grab some food, a drink, and settle in for an afternoon of excitement, laughs, and plenty of tail wags. Bring your friends (but leave the furry ones at home) and your game-day spirit—it’s going to be a pawsome time at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar! 🐾

SKATIUM Open Air Ice Skating Rink
2025-02-09 12:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-08 12:00 - 22:00 | Skatium Ice Rink, 40 Slow Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Come and enjoy open air ice skating and stick n’ puck hockey in the heart of downtown Waitsfield!
We will be open weekends and holidays from 12pm – 10pm, weather permitting. If we cannot open or our hours will change, we will post an update on facebook.com/skatium.
For more information and to purchase a Season Pass, see our website at skatiumvt.org.

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2025-02-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-08 10:30 - 12:30
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. Click here to Request A Reservation today or click here to learn more about our Naturalist Programs.

Siber Sled Dogs at Inklings Children’s Books!
2025-02-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join Siber Sled Dogs at Inklings on February 9th, from 10am – 11am.
Owner Milagro Amaya Turner will share her children’s book, SIBER SLED DOGS and children will have the chance to meet Siberian Huskies!!

NVC U10 Giant Slalom Race
2025-02-09 08:00 - 15:00
Vermont Alpine Racing Association U10 Giant Slalom.
https://vara.org/

Walt’s After Dark
2025-02-08 16:00 - 19:30 | Walt’s Glen House, Mt Ellen
Grab your headlamp and join us Saturday nights (weather and terrain permitting) this winter for a special après at Walt’s at the Glen House. Catch last chair or tour/skin up the Mt Ellen Uphill Route for dinner and drink at the historic Glen House. With it being “Walt’s After Dark” and all, participants should be comfortable skiing or riding down (it’s the only way down) via headlamp under any conditions.Last call is at 7:30pm!Know before you go! Please check our trail report before starting your tour. And remember, Uphill Travellers must have their FREE uphill travel pass prior to traveling uphill.

Live Après Music
2025-02-08 14:00 - 18:00 | Multiple Locations, Sugarbush Resort
Saturday Après Lineup | February 8Rumble’s Bistro & Bar | 3–6 PMUnwind with John Kitonis and Friends Acoustic as they set the mood with their relaxed, soulful sounds.Wunderbar | 2–5 PMKick back with the one and only Jimmy the Great, bringing great vibes and acoustic energy to your Saturday afternoon.Green Mountain Lounge | 3–6 PMTurn up the fun with The Detonators, delivering an electrifying performance to cap off your day on the slopes.Castlerock Pub | 3–6 PMCatch Huntley live and enjoy beer specials from our friends at von Trapp Brewing. It’s the perfect après pairing!

CTA / MRVBC Intro to BC Touring
2025-02-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Sugarbush Resort – Mt. Ellen, Fayston, Vermont, 05673
Have an AT, Tele, or Splitboard setup, but are new to uphilling or backcountry touring? Looking for some tips from experienced (and friendly!) skiers and riders to get you started?
Join us for an Introduction to Backcountry Touring during these afternoon clinics hosted by the Catamount Trail Association (CTA) in partnership with our CTA Chapters MBA and MRVBC and local resorts Bolton Valley and Sugarbush, with event support from SCOTT Sports.
See website for more info and to register.

Women’s Telemark Clinic
2025-02-08 09:45 - 15:00
Telemark ski clinics by women, and for women use positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals.
Dates: Saturdays – January 11, February 8, March 8
Time: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: $249/day ($309/day with lift ticket)

Parlor Skis Demo Day
2025-02-08 09:00 - 14:00
Parlor was founded on a shared passion for skiing in New England, with a focus on designing and building great products.
Our goal is to share this passion with as many people as we can.
Look for the Parlor tent in the base area and take advantage of a free demo!

IFSA Adult 2*
2025-02-08 08:00 - 17:00
Mad River Glen is proud to be hosting an IFSA Adult 2* event. Come test your mettle on the east coast’s most challenging terrain. This event is limited to 50 competitors. It is a one run event on Saturday, the primary venue is Lift Line accessible from the Single Chair.
Weather
Stay tuned to the mountain forecast.
Categories
· Female & Male Ski
Registration Information
There is no day-of registration. Competitors and spectators will need to check in and collect bibs, ticket vouchers and event information on the 3rd floor of the Basebox.
· Lift tickets are required for competitors – a $70 ticket voucher will be given out at bib pick-up to each visiting competitor. This discount ticket voucher will then need to be redeemed at the ticket booth in order to purchase a discounted competitor ticket.
· We will offer (up to 2 per athlete) $89 spectator vouchers. Discount ticket vouchers will be issued at bib pick-up and will then need to be redeemed at the ticket booth to purchase a discounted spectator ticket.
Venue
The venue will be Lift Line under the Single Chair. The length of the course will run roughly from Tower 12 down to the finish just above Tower 9. Lift Line is our primary venue but it is subject to change at the discretion of the Technical Director depending on conditions on the day of the event.
Event Timeline
Saturday, February 8th
Check-in/Bib Pick up 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Safety Meeting 9:00 AM
Course Inspection 9:30-10:30 AM
Event Start 11:00 AM
Event Finish 2:00 PM
Awards Deck of the Single 4:20 PM
Venue Inspection Information
· Venue inspection is mandatory for all athletes.
· Only registered competitors and IFSA certified coaches are allowed on venue.
· During inspection, athletes must be aware of everyone else around them.
· On the day of competition athletes must have an opportunity to have access to the competition venue to inspect the terrain and features within the venue. If the venue must be changed or altered significantly, after the initial venue inspection, athletes must have an opportunity for another inspection.

Slow riding/skiing is mandatory during venue inspection.
· The Technical Director and/or head judge may disqualify a competitor from the competition for riding fast or recklessly during inspection.
· Athletes may not practice, session or rehearse a line during inspection or jump/drop any features within the venue boundary.
· In blind areas it is advised that athletes verbally announce themselves to make others aware of their presence and intended next move/position.
· Athletes are to be respectful of fellow athletes, coaches, and officials during inspection.
· Athletes should be kind to the snow while inspecting.
· Terrain enhancement will not be tolerated, any coach or competitor found altering the venue in any way without prior consent from the Technical Director will be expelled from the competition and black listed for future events – this is a ZERO tolerance policy.
· Infractions of inspection rules may result in disqualification from the event.All competitors must wear a helmet and back protector.
Click here for information on IFSA JUDGING CRITERIA

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Live Music Aprés in Stark’s Pub
2025-02-07 14:30 - 17:00
Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays throughout the ski season, we’ll showcase a rotating lineup of talented local artists. Be sure to check out our event calendar for a full list of performances. Stark’s Pub is open daily during the winter ski season, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Come join us for great music and good times!

Winter Music Schedule:
12.20 The Caleb Garby Trio
01.03 Atom & the Orbits
01.10 Straight Jacket Slumber Party
01.17 Rob Pierce & Bob
01.20 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
01.24 Madigan Linnane
02.07 Fun Dip
02.14 Local 28
02.28 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
03.07 John Lackard Trio
03.14 Clint Bierman & Friends
03.21 Jaded Ravins
04.04 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
04.11 Dave O & Mike Schuster
Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

IFSA Junior 2*
2025-02-07 07:30 - 17:00
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:

Lift ticket or season pass required
Competitors MUST have an active 2025 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 7th from 8:00 to 9:00 am on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Tickets $70 competitor/$89 spectator vouchers will be distributed at check-in and must be redeemed at the ticket window. 1 competitor voucher/2 spectator vouchers per visiting athlete
Mandatory Safety Meeting 9:00 am on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Venue Gazelle
Course Inspection 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Event Start 11:00 am
Awards ASAP following the completion of the event on the 3rd floor

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MRV Libraries Pub Trivia
2025-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Hostel Tevere, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
The focus of trivia this month, in honor of February is all about the heart and romance. Remember to reserve your table in advance at Deco.
