The Mad River Valley Village

Tuesday Tunes: Fun Dip
2025-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Bob Brookens brings Fun Dip back to the Taproom!

Taco Tuesday
2025-08-05 16:00 - 22:00 | Hyde Away, 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield, 05673
Taco Tuesday. Great Specials on Food and Drink. $3 Tacos, $6 Margaritas.
Every Tuesday, in addition to our full menu.

Weekly MRV Retailer Council Meeting
2025-08-04 09:15 - 10:00 | Remote, United States
At our recent Mad River Valley Retailers Council discussion, several members expressed interest in creating a regular opportunity for our retail businesses to connect, collaborate, and support one another. In response, we’re excited to kick off weekly Retailer Roundtable meetings starting Monday, June 16th at 9:15 AM.
The remote Link (This link will be the same for each meeting)
Retail Council Weekly Meeting
Every week on Monday at 9:15 am
Join Zoom Meeting – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87696161764
Meeting ID: 876 9616 1764
Mobile: +13092053325,,87696161764# US

These meetings will be held remotely and are designed to be quick, focused, and helpful. We’re aiming to keep them to 30-45 minutes. Each session will give you a chance to hear updates, discuss common issues, share feedback, and stay connected with fellow retailers throughout the Valley. Please let me know if you plan to attend and/or if you have any questions, comments or concerns.
Agenda for the First Meeting:

Monthly Marketing Workshops
Led by professional media consultant Brittany Winfield. Bring your questions, ideas, and challenges.
Collaborative Social Media Posting Program
An easy, no-cost way to get your business in front of a larger audience, expand your reach, and build stronger community connections.
Business Planning Calendar
Stay ahead of seasonal promotions and align your marketing efforts with Valley-wide events using the Chamber’s new Business Planning Calendar.
Retailer’s Roundtable
Share what’s happening at your business and in your corner of the Valley.
Retail Council Meeting Schedule
We’ll check in to see if Mondays at 9:15 AM works for the majority or if adjustments are needed going forward.

We hope you’ll join us for these ongoing conversations as we work together to strengthen our retail community.
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions, suggestions, or agenda items you’d like to see covered.

$30 App & an Entrée at Rumble’s
2025-08-03 16:00 - 21:00 | Rumble’s Bistro & Bar, 102 Forest Dr, Warren, VT 05674
Make your summer Sundays delicious. For just $30, enjoy an appetizer and entrée from Rumble’s rotating menu, featuring seasonal flavors and chef-crafted dishes. Available Sunday evenings all summer long. Come for the food, stay for the views and treat yourself to a weekly dinner worth looking forward to.

Bread and Puppet presents: Our Domestic Resurrection Revolution in Progress Circus
2025-08-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Bread and Puppet Theater, 753 Heights Rd, Montreal, Vermont, Glover, United States
Sundays, July 13-August 31 at 3pm
The company presents Our Domestic Revolution in Progress, a brand new show in the tradition of the iconic Bread & Puppet Circuses that began at Goddard College in Plainfield, Vermont in 1970. As usual, the show will draw on traditional circus tropes and familiar Bread and Puppet iconography to draw attention to the urgent issues of the day. Stilt dancers, paper maché beasts of all sizes and a riotous brass band make a raucous, colorful spectacle of protest and celebration.
After the show Bread & Puppet will serve its famous sourdough rye bread with aioli, and Bread & Puppet’s “Cheap Art” – books, posters, postcards, pamphlets and banners from the Bread & Puppet Press – will be for sale prior and after the show.
Tickets: $15, no one turned away for lack of funds.
https://breadandpuppet.org/on-the-farm
Dogs are discouraged, though well behaved dogs on leash are allowed. If you bring your dog, PLEASE SIT IN THE BACK of the audience, at the top of the amphitheater, as far away as possible from the brass band and bring plenty of water (there is none onsite). Dogs are not able to attend our indoor performances.

Camp Meade Concerts on the Green
2025-08-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Camp Meade, 961 ROUTE 2, middlesex, 05602
We are so excited to announce our Concerts on the Green Series for 2025! More band announcements to come!
Our season opener is Friday, May 23 from 5-8pm D. Davis and the Bent Nails House Band
Sunday, May 25 from 3-6pm The Hokum Brothers
Friday , May 30 from 5-8pm Dave Keller Band
Sunday, June 1 from 3-6pm Brett Hughes & That Bluegrass Band
Friday, June 6 from 5-8pm The Loonz
Sunday, June 8 from 3-6pm La Lovo
Friday, June 13 from 5-8pm Sonido Mal Maiz
Sunday, June 15 from 3-6pm Bruce Sklar’s Composers Collective
Sunday, June 22 from 3-6pm Freeway Clyde
Friday, June 27 from 5-8pm Guagua
Sunday, June 29 from 3-6pm Kerubo
Friday, July 4 from 5-8pm July 4th Camp Meade Cool-Down
Sunday, July 6 from 3-6pm Troy Millette and the Fire Below
Friday, July 11 from 5-8pm D. Davis & the Bent Nails House Band
Sunday, July 13 from 3-6pm Shady Trees
Sunday , July 20 from 3-6pm Soul Porpoise
Sunday, July 27 from 2-6pm Slap Happy Jack & The VT Suitcase Company performing The Duke (A Family Friendly Murder Mystery)
Friday, August 1 from 5-8pm Alma Picante
Sunday, August 3 from 3-6pm Prohibition Pickers
Sunday, August 10 from 3-6pm John Lackard Blues Band
Friday, August 15 from 5-8pm Silvan Pulse (formerly The Steppes)
Sunday, August 17 from 3-6pm Devonian Hot Club
Friday, August 22 from 5-8pm Faerie Godbrothers
Sunday, August 24 from 3-6pm High Summer
Friday, August 29 from 5-8pm All Night Boogie Band

Summer Sundays: Chris Peterman Quartet
2025-08-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
A wide variety of contemporary and classic jazz in a uniquely melodic style, and focused on the dialog and interplay that are the heart of jazz. Their repertoire includes compositions by the band as well as reimaginings of the music of Pat Metheny, Weather Report, Chick Corea, and Don Grolnick, among others.

Wings and Things: The Luminous Art of Julie Parker
2025-08-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Corner School Resource Center of Granville Vermont, 75 Post Office Hill 75 Post Office Hill, Granville, Vermont, 05747, United States
An exhibition of exceptional photographs by Waitsfield artist, Julie Parker.
Opening Reception: August 3, 2025 with viewings on Sunday afternoons throughout August. See website for hours.
This is also a “Meet the Neighbors” event. If you are new to the area, this is a special invitation to come to get acquainted with the Corner School and each other.

The Drowsy Chaperone
2025-08-03 14:00, 2025-08-02 19:30, 2025-08-01 19:30 | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
IT’S ONE SHOW-STOPPING NUMBER AFTER ANOTHER! Eric Love is back to direct and Star in this award winning Spectacular! When a die-hard theatre fan plays his favorite cast album, the characters come to life in this hilarious musical farce. A loving send-up of the “golden age” of musicals.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are encouraged, but not required. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
Reservations are $15 – $47, depending on day/type of ticket. Center reserved guarantee seats available for additional fee.
INFO & TICKETS: https://WWW.LOSTNATIONTHEATER.ORG
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss options for seeing the show.
SPONSORS: Vermont Recovery & Resilience Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation, Montpelier Strong Fund, The City of Montpelier, Vermont Mutual Insurance, The Random Acts of Kindness Fund, National Life Group, The World, Eternity, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate, and Greenway Institute
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020); “Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the New England Theatre Conference; and has won the People’s Choice awards from both Seven Days and The Times Argus for Best Theater.

Sunday Afternoon Tea
2025-08-03 12:30 - 16:00 | Inn at the Round Barn, 1661 East Warren Rd, Waitsfield 1661 East Warren Rd, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Enjoy a refreshing traditional Afternoon Tea
Scones
Roasted Delicata Squash and Shelburne Farms Cheddar 2-yr
whipped butter, clotted cream, jam
Shortbreads
Brown Sugar Pecan
Lemon Apricot
Savories
Von Trapp Sausage Roll
puff pastry and maple mustard
Coronation Chicken
yam cake (gf)
Sweets
Traditional Summer Trifle
Boston Creme Donut
custard, ganache, sea salt
Blueberry Cider Silver Dollar Pancake Stack
mascarpone whip and blueberry compote (gf)
Summer Bellini

The Big Red Barn Art Show
2025-08-03 12:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-02 12:00 - 21:00 | Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm, 48 Lareau Road, Waitsfield, 05673
The Big Red Barn Art Show has been a summer tradition for 27 years. The Exhibition presents an eclectic selection of work that highlights the talents and creativity of local artists and fine craftspeople. The Show runs from July 27 – August 31 at the Red Barn Galleries at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield.
Thursday – Friday 4:00 – 9:00
Saturday – Sunday 12:00 – 9:00

Live Music Night with Ella Grace & ETHER AXiiS
2025-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Live Music Night with Ella Grace & Ether Axiis
Join us for an unforgettable evening of beautiful melodies and soaring harmonies as Ella Grace and Ether Axiis take the stage.
Tickets are just $15 — don’t miss your chance to experience this powerful musical duo live!

Old Round Church Concert Series
2025-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Old Round Church, 25 Round Church Road, Richmond, Vermont, 05477, United States
The Summer Concert Series at the historic Old Round Church hosts Twangtown Paramours, a national touring Soulful Americana duo from Nashville on Saturday, August 2nd at 7:00 PM
The concert is hosted by the Richmond Historical Society and generously sponsored by Northfield Bank. All proceeds benefit the preservation of the Old Round Church—a national historic landmark—and the ongoing community projects of the Richmond Historical Society.
This series is about bringing community together through music and history. There’s no better setting than the Round Church on a summer evening.
Admission by donation (suggested: $15) The Old Round Church is handicapped accessible.
Support local history. Celebrate local music. See you at the Round Church!

G Rockwell Band at Knoll Farm
2025-08-02 18:30 - 22:00 | Knoll Farm, 700 Bragg Hill, Fayston, Vermont, 05673
G Rockwell is a rising voice in progressive bluegrass and acoustic music.
With a strong command of traditional forms and a modern sensibility, his band blends technical skill with accessible, melodic songwriting. Their set will offer high-level musicianship in an inviting, outdoor environment—perfect for fans of bluegrass, Americana, and acoustic music.
This donation-based performance is a benefit for Knoll Farm’s Better Selves Fellowships.

Vermont Green FC Finals Watch Party
2025-08-02 17:00 - 21:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
⚽ Vermont Green FC Finals Watch Party at the 1824 House
Join fellow fans for the USL League Two National Final as Vermont Green FC takes on Ballard FC.
Doors open at 5:00 PM for a lively pregaming session—plenty of time to arrive early, mingle with fellow fans, and get ready for kickoff.
The watch party will be held at the historic 1824 House in Waitsfield, where you can enjoy the match in a welcoming atmosphere. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on-site—please note that no outside food or drinks are permitted, and dogs are not allowed.
Feel free to bring your soccer ball — our backyard is a great spot to kick the ball around before the game and get into the spirit of the match.
Come cheer on Vermont Green FC as they go for the title.

FILM/TALK/FOOD – Restoration
2025-08-02 15:00 - 21:00 | BigTown Gallery, 99 North Main, Rochester, 05767
FILM/TALK/FOOD – Restoration
In collaboration with the Architecture & Design Film Festival
Film screening, artist talk, & delicious food – all a part of BigTown Gallery’s 25th Anniversary Programming
Join us for the second installment of BigTown’s immersive summer programming on August 2nd. It will be a powerful evening of film, conversation, and shared food as part of our Community Building series. This program centers on Restoration—exploring how architecture, research, and storytelling can help repair broken systems, restore justice, and return dignity to those too often marginalized.
Together, we’ll reflect on how vision and action—led by individuals—can create deep and lasting change.
3:30PM – FILM: Frank Gehry: Building Justice
5:00PM – TALK: Theresa Betancourt & James Nachtwey in conversation
6:00PM – GALLERY OPENING: MY PLACE Photography Workshop | Project’s Space Gallery
6:00PM – FOOD: Wood-fired pizza in the garden with chef PJ Lauriello
Minimum ticket price is $50, accessible via the event link or on our website. This is a fundraiser for our 25th Year of Community Programming — if you can pay more (as much as $200), we would greatly appreciate your generous support.
Thank you!
Bring your curiosity. Leave inspired!

Stretch & Sip Yoga
2025-08-02 11:00 - 12:30 | The Featherbed Inn, Waitsfield, VT, 5864 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, al fresco, weekly seasonal event in a gorgeous landscape.
For locals, visitors, 16 YO and up who’d like to start winding down their day with gentle mindful yoga-based movement followed by refreshments and connection with like-minded people.
Bring a swimsuit or swim in your yoga clothes for extra refreshment. Bring a mat or towel on which to practice.
Sunscreen and bug spray is recommended.
Please Register (minimum of 2 hours in advance).

von Trapp Open Garden Days
2025-08-02 10:00 - 16:00 | vonTrapp Greenhouse, 208 Common Rd, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Visit the display garden created and nurtured by Tobi von Trapp.
The first of five weekend openings happens over July 4th Weekend, 10:00-4:00 Saturday and Sunday.

Split Spirits at Addison West Maker’s Market
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Addison West, 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Discover Split Spirits, America’s first Climate Neutral certified distillery—handcrafted and infused with local woods for a true taste of place.
Sip, savor, and explore their unique, sustainable spirits at our pop-up event!

Banoffi & Such at Addison West Saturday Maker’s Market
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Addison West, 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Banoffi & Such is popping in with their famous homemade pop tarts—flaky, buttery, and absolutely irresistible.
Don’t miss your chance to grab one (or a dozen) fresh from the source!

Waitsfield Farmer’s Market
2025-08-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Mad River Green Shops, 107 M, waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Rain or Shine, May 17th to October 18th. 9AM to 1PM.
Enjoy local food, live music, and support local Vermont small businesses.
Our vendors consist of 57+ small family farms, handmade artisans, and unique culinary producers.

Yoga with Emma Delphin
2025-08-02 09:00 - 10:00
Join Emma for yoga classes that are equal parts grounding, strengthening, and relaxing—always with a sense of humor and a gentle reminder to do what feels right for your body. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just stretching your way into summer, Emma will guide you with breath-focused cues and alignment tips that help you feel more centered. Surrounded by the beauty of summer at MRG, you’ll leave class feeling physically at ease and mentally refreshed.
Emma brings over a decade of teaching experience and holds both 200- and 300-hour yoga teacher certifications, plus additional training in Barre and Pilates. Originally from the coast of Massachusetts, she now lives in Huntington with her partner and their extremely cute dog, Fernand (aka Fernie). When she’s not teaching or pouring drinks at Stark’s Pub, you’ll find her hiking in the woods, skiing, or enjoying time with friends.

Class Details:

Drop-in: $10 (cash or Venmo preferred)

What to bring: A mat or towel if you have one—some mats and blocks will be available to borrow

Weather dependent: Check social media or email Emma at Emma.Delphin@gmail.com for updates or questions

Member + Guest Golf Tournament
2025-08-02 00:00 - 2025-08-03 23:59 | Golf Club, 1091 Golf Course Road, Warren VT 05674
Bring a friend and join us for our Member/Guest Tournament, 8/2-8/3! Enjoy two days of one-best-ball-of-two competition, a tee gift, Friday afternoon practice round, and a post-round lunch to celebrate the weekend. Presented by Lawson’s Finest Liquids.Please register by contacting golfclub@sugarbush.com or call 802-583-6725.

Member + Guest Golf Tournament
2025-08-02 00:00 - 2025-08-03 23:59 | Golf Club, 1091 Golf Course Road, Warren VT 05674
Bring a friend and join us for our Member/Guest Tournament, 8/2-8/3! Enjoy two days of one-best-ball-of-two competition, a tee gift, Friday afternoon practice round, and a post-round lunch to celebrate the weekend.REGISTRATION COMING SOON.

Grateful Gravel
2025-08-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Mad River Valley, Mt Ellen
Ride, dance, ramble on.Grateful Gravel rolls back into town on Saturday, August 2 (rescheduled from July 26). Tackle Vermont’s scenic backroads by bike, then keep on truckin’ to Mt. Ellen for an afternoon and evening of live Dead tunes, good vibes and community celebration. Presented by the Mad River Riders.No bike? No problem. Concert-only tickets are available, just bring your dancing shoes.CHECK IT OUTCamping permits are available if you want to keep it close to the action. Not a camper? If a real bed and a hot shower are more your speed, we’ve got a couple options for you.STAY WITH USNo outside alcohol permitted in the venue.

Grateful Gravel
2025-08-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Mad River Valley, Mt Ellen
Save the date. Grateful Gravel rolls back into town on Saturday 8/2! (Rescheduled from 7/26.) Tackle Vermont’s scenic backroads by bike, then keep on truckin’ to Mt. Ellen for an afternoon and evening of live Dead tunes, good vibes, and community celebration. Ride, dance, and ramble on… Stay tuned for all the details coming soon!

PHISH PHRIDAY W/SPOOPH AT AFTERTHOUGHTS
2025-08-01 20:30 - 23:59 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
FREE SHOW!
PHISH nostalgia act, SPOOPH, is back for another Phantastic Phish Phriday on August 1st.
Spooph is comprised of members Max Guyton/Bass, Bruce Falconer/Drums, Warren Rich/Chairman of the Boards and Graham on Guitar 😉
When musicians really love Phish and music in general, you can feel it in every note. 🎶 The jams are deeper, the energy is electric, and the vibe is pure joy. It’s not just a performance, it’s a full-on musical journey. 🌀🔥 Come ride the wave.
Come grab a Peace burger and a beer before the show. Open at 5pm. Music at 8:30PM.
