Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!
2026-04-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-15 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

Zero Celsius
2026-04-17 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-18 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-21 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 13:00 - 17:00 | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter.
From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships.
Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound, photography, and digital media, ZERO CELSIUS examines winter as material, concept, and metaphor: crystalline, fleeting, and ecologically vital. The exhibition invites visitors to consider the fragility of snow in a changing world, to reconnect with winter’s wonder and silence, and to share their own stories and memories of a season both timeless and increasingly imperiled.

Family Fridays!
2026-04-17 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-04-24 16:30 - 18:00 | 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 +

Winter Golf Clinic at the SHaRC
2026-04-20 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.2026 Winter Golf Clinic Dates:January: 12, 26February: 9, 23March: 9, 23April: 6, 20Time:5 PM – 7 PMCost:$50 per sessionCall the SHaRC at 802-583-6700 for more information.

Taco Tuesday
2026-04-21 16:00 - 22:00 | Hyde Away, 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield, 05673
$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

Life Drawing Wednesdays
2026-04-22 18:15 - 20:15, 2026-04-29 18:15 - 20:15, 2026-05-06 18:15 - 20:15, 2026-05-13 18:15 - 20:15 | Waitsfield Church Village Meeting Room, Route 100, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
✍🏻 Life Drawing Wednesdays presented by The Valley Artists Guild
The very popular Wednesday Night Drawing Sessions will resume on Feb, 4, 2025. This is a self-directed session. No instruction or critiques are offered but conversations and sharing within the group are sure to inspire 😎
Subjects vary every two weeks: two weeks of Live Models, two weeks of Still Life or equivalent. All media are welcome except
photography.
WHEN
Every Wednesday Evening from 6:15 – 8:15 pm. Classes begin on Feb 4th.
WHERE
The UCC Waitsfield Village Meeting House. Located in Historic Waitsfield Village across from the VG. Parking is in back.
COST
The cost is $15/visit. Cash only Please.
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Photo / drawing courtesy Loida Alvarez (@Loida.art) — copyright 2026

Preservation Policy and Tools for Improved Resiliency & Performance of Historic Buildings (Yestermorrow Spring Speaker Series)
2026-04-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Yestermorrow Design/Build School, 7865 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Yestermorrow Spring 2026 Speaker Series
Historic Preservation: Meaning, Memory, and Stewardship
Preservation Policy and Tools for Improved Resiliency & Performance of Historic Buildings with Jamie Duggan
This presentation will discuss emerging policies and tools that are being developed at national, state and local levels to support and improve the resiliency and performance of historic buildings. Featuring case studies that explore flood-proofing and armouring historic buildings for climate change, increasing energy efficiency and performance of conditioned spaces, as well as other topics that help overcome misperceptions about how to treat a historic building and the give-and-take of making improvements without diminishing historic character. Information and materials will be shared on new survey and mapping projects, education and advocacy efforts at the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation and works in progress at State-owned Historic Sites.
This talk is presented as part of our Spring 2026 Speaker Series. All talks are free and open to the public, and take place Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8 pm. No registration required, just drop by. Join us in person or online via livestream on our YouTube channel.

Romance Writing Workshop
2026-04-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Local Mad River Romance author, will lead the three week workshop.
Participants will discover more about the “romance” genre, recognize the major beats necessary. discuss typical tropes and work on a short romance-based story.
Pre-registration is encouraged.
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Feel the Wheel
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Blockhouse Studio, 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Here’s your chance to try your hand at the potter’s wheel! This workshop will be offered the last Friday of every month (most months).
This is a one time, two hour introduction to learn the basics of wheel throwing.
You will be guided from a ball of clay to your first bowl or cup. Using a simple to understand process, you will learn the foundational techniques needed to enjoy this meditative and somewhat magical craft.
Most students will successfully throw at least 2 pots which will be fired and finished by us, ready to pick up in approximately 3 weeks.

Author Christy Mihaly visits Inklings Children’s Books!
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Inklings welcomes Vermont author Christy Mihaly on Apr. 25th at 11AM, for a reading of her brand new book, “Music and Silence: The Passion and Protest of Pablo Casals.”
This inspiring picture book is a wonderful biography of Pablo Casals, a UN Peace Medal recipient who used his songs – and his silence – to fight fascism, oppression, and violence.
Following the reading children will be able to create a music inspired craft!

Mad River Rug Hooking
2026-05-08 09:30 - 13:00 | Warren Library, 413 Main St, Warren, VT, 05674
The Mad River Rug Hookers meet downstairs at the Warren library on the second Friday of every month. Our monthly “hook in” a chance to socialize, solicit rug hooking advice, admire the works of many rug hookers and meet new hookers!
We have many new rug hookers, and more are welcome. We have an introductory kit for $30, which includes wool, a hook and a portable hoop frame. Sandra Grant is a very accomplished rug hooking instructor to teach the basics skills and application of wool and fiber for desired effects.
If you are interested in attending or learning to hook wool, or have questions contact Sandy at slgrant22@hotmail.com to share your questions or to be included in her Monthly email invite and ensure enough new member kits.

MRV Chamber Board Meeting
2026-05-13 15:00 - 16:30 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
The Mad River of Valley Chamber of Commerce board meets every other month throughout the year. All chamber members in good standing are encouraged to attend board meetings. You can reach out to the board’s group email to: board@madrivervalley.com.
Executive Committee

Sean Kramer – Chair, – 1824 House Inn
Anna Nasset– Vice-Chair, Executive Committee – Stand Up Resources
Mimi Buttenheim– Treasurer; Executive Committee – Mad River Distillers
Mary Tuthill – Secretary; Executive Committee – Cabot Creamery

Board Members

Jean Wry– Hyde Away Inn
Sam Robertson – The Local
John Bleh – Sugarbush Resort
Ed Read – Mad River Property Management
Matt Lillard – Mad River Glen
Roger Nishi – -Waitsfield & Champlain Valley Telecom
Aron Shea – Shea Property Services

Fayston Historical Society Meetings: Second Wednesday of Every Month
2026-05-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Fayston Town Hall, 866 North Fayston Road, Fayston, VT, 05673
The Fayston Historical Society has established regular monthly meetings one the second Wednesday of every month from 4- 5:30 at the Fayston Town Hall . Everyone is welcome!
Our next meeting is Wed, Jan 14 from 4- 5:30 pm
For more information and/or to join the FHS contact faystonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Lots of exciting things are happening!

MRV Women in Business – Social Media Workshop
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
These bi-monthly workshops are a place to have an open conversation about social media, what is working for everyone, what isn’t, what do you need help with? The MRV Chamber’s MRV Women in Business group decided to host these bi-monthly Social Media Workshops in the months in between the more structured MRV Women in Business Meetings. It is meant to be an open, collaborative brainstorming session designed to help you feel a little more prepared the next time you create a post or reel.
Let’s be honest, social media can feel overwhelming.
What do you post?
Should you use trending sounds?
Do captions really matter?
What makes a strong hook?
Why should people follow your page? Is your SEO set up?
This workshop is a space to come together and talk all things social. We’ll brainstorm content ideas, discuss what’s actually working right now, explore collaborations, and share experiences. The goal? You leave feeling inspired and ready to create a few new posts for your page. We will share hook ideas, trending sound ideas, adding words to the screen, adding captions, and anything else you would like to cover. The event is hosted by Samantha Ciccone, the coordinator of the MRV Women in Business Group.
Please feel free to BYOB if you’d like to sip while we brainstorm, and you’re welcome to grab snacks from Peace Burger across the street or from your favorite local spot.

MRV Women in Business Social Media Workshop
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Social Media Workshop with Brittany Winfield & Kaylee Mumford is an open conversation workshop where we talk about social media with guest speakers from The Winfield Creative & Pink Lens Creative. Join the Mad River Valley Women in Business for a conversation circle on short-form video content and how to create social media videos that feel authentic, strategic, and true to your brand. We’ll explore why personality-driven content is such a powerful tool for building trust, credibility, and top-of-mind visibility, plus share approachable tips for feeling more confident on camera. You’ll leave with guidance on planning your videos with intention, subtle ways to improve before hitting record, and beginner-friendly tips on lighting and editing apps to help you get started.

Hosted by Samantha Ciccone, host of Women in Business.
This event is intentionally different from our traditional Women in Business meetings, it’s casual, creative, and interactive. Feel free to BYOB if you’d like to sip while we brainstorm, and you’re welcome to grab snacks from Peace Burger across the street or from your favorite local spot.
Questions? Email Samantha at wibadmin@madrivervalley.com

Coffee With an Advisor
2026-05-20 09:00 - 10:30 | MRV Chamber Welcome Center, 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Life is full of questions, and money is no different. Sometimes you just want to ask something. Bring or pour a cup of your favorite warm beverage, and join me at the Mad River Valley Welcome Center. Come as you are. All are welcome. And every question counts—simple, complex, or somewhere in between. It’s a relaxed, open conversation about money, planning, and whatever’s on your mind. Kassie Reid from Greenhill Financial Planners will be on hand to chat.
Each quarter we’ll have a different theme to get the conversation going;

March: A Fresh StartPour a cup and bring your thoughts and curiosities. The start of the year is a natural time to evaluate your goals and priorities, capture momentum, and plan for the year ahead. This space is designed to welcome everyone, whether your questions feel simple, complicated, or somewhere in between. It’s a relaxed, open conversation about money, planning, and whatever’s on your mind.

May: Summer PauseLonger days and shifting routines can make this time of year feel both energizing and full, so before summer sweeps you away, take a moment to pause. Bring whatever’s on your mind—upcoming plans, changing expenses, or simply a question you’ve been meaning to ask. This is a relaxed, welcoming space to reflect, recalibrate, and talk through money decisions in a way that feels grounded and practical. Come as you are and join the conversation.

August: Fall TransitionsAs the seasons shift, so do routines and priorities. Settle in with something warm and join an open conversation about what this transition might bring—new schedules, business cycles, evolving goals, or unexpected change. We could explore how these shifts connect to your financial life, from cash flow to longer-term direction, or wherever the discussion naturally leads. Bring your questions and curiosity.

November: Year’s EndAs the year winds down, it’s a natural time to reflect on what’s unfolded and consider what comes next. Gather your thoughts and join the conversation around year-end considerations—from giving and tax planning to tying up loose ends or preparing for January. This is a supportive place to organize your reflections, acknowledge progress, and make intentional decisions before the calendar turns. Wherever you’re at, you’re welcome at the table.
