Angel Boy Art Music and Arts Extravaganza
Venue: Outdoor at Magic Mountain. Street Address: Route 11. City or Town: Londonderry. County: Windham. Description: A weekend of music, arts and fun for the whole family..Clowns, magicians, bands, and aerial dance performances from "The New England Center for Performing Arts" Camping area available for Sat night. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Chris or Sara. Ticket Phone: 802-869-1768. Cost: 10 dollars for weekend. Ticket Web Link: www.angelboyart.org. Number for more info: 802-869-1768. Email for more info: cantoniello@angelboyart.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008 – Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Magic Mountain
Londonderry, VT.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. Art of Vermont: The State Collection
Description: This exhibition will feature selections from the state of Vermont's exceptional though under recognized, collection of fine art. Ranging from 19th-century Vermont landscapes by some of the state's most prominent early artists to abstract works created within the last few decades this exhibit will be a virtual tour of Vermont's artistic heritage. Venue: Bennington Museum. Street Address: 75 Main Street (VT Rt. 9). City or Town: Bennington. County: Bennington. Cost: Free with admission to the museum. Contact: Susan Strano. Number for more info: 802-447-1571. Email for more info: info@benningtonmuseum.org. Web Site: www.benningtonmuseum.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008 – Sunday, October 26, 2008.
The Bennington Museum
75 Main Street
Bennington, VT 05201.
As You Like It
Description: Shakespeare’s tale of ardent lovers in the Forest of Arden has been an audience favorite for more than 400 years. A magnificent mixture of colorful characters, soaring music and witty verse, As You Like It proves that soulmates can be found in the most unexpected places. Come see our fresh approach to this timeless classic before it embarks on a New England tour. City or Town: Weston. County: Windsor. Cost: $29-55. Ticket Phone: 802.824.5288. Ticket Web Link: www.westonplayhouse.org. Number for more info: 802.824.5288. Web Site: www.westonplayhouse.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Weston Playhouse, Weston, VT.
EXPOSED!
Description: Helen Day Art Center outdoor sculpture show. Artwork at display through town and recreation path. Venue: Town of Stowe. Street Address: 5 School St. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Cost: FREE. Contact: Anahi Costa. Number for more info: 8022538358. Email for more info: mail@helenday.com. Web Site: www.helenday.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Town of Stowe.
Grafton Book and Bake Sale
Description: Annual sale of used, historic and donated books from various Grafton collections and Grafton Library including all-day sale of unique baked goods and grilled lunch entrees. Presenter: Grafton Library and Grafton Histrorical Society. Street Address: Main Street. City or Town: Grafton. County: Windham.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Sabra Feild: The Pandora Suite
Description: With her Pandora Suite, iconic Vermont artist Sabra Field has entered rich, new territory that may be unfamiliar to those acquainted with her work. The 12 striking images in the suite are printed in brown and black with white. With these images, primarily of human figures, Field moves away from natural or rural beauty to address, as she explains, “the persistence of cruelty and violence in our world.”. Venue: Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Street Address: 10 Vernon St. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Cost: $4- Adults, $3- Seniors, $2 students, Free for children under 6 and members. Number for more info: 802-257-0124. Email for more info: info@brattleboromuseum.org. Web Site: www.Brattleboromuseum.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
Summer Forever
Venue: Big Picture Theater. Description: Summer may feel timeless when you step into the third annual Summer Forever Festival. This year we have Vermont Teddy Bear Company on hand to accompany our Teddy Bear Picnic by the pond. Strolling by you may find Circus Smirkus big top tour director, Troy Wunderling or catch one of our animated films for both kids and adults, part of our annual KinderFest. Street Address: 48 Carroll Road. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Varies. Contact: Theater. Number for more info: 802-496-8994. Email for more info: mail@bigpicturetheater.info.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Big Picture Theater & Cafe.
Summer Forever Festival
Venue: Big Picture Theater. Description: Various family entertainments. Street Address: 48 Carroll Road. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Varies. Number for more info: 802 496-8994. Email for more info: mail@bigpicturetheater.info.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Vermont Festival of the Arts
Description: 11th annual Mad River Valley arts festival - call or go online for schedule. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Varies. Number for more info: 802 496-6682.
Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Gas & Steam Antique Engine Show
Venue: Jct of Vt. Routes 107 & 100. Description: Antique engines, tractors and cars are all welcome, flea market spots available, antique engine demonstrations. City or Town: Stockbridge. County: Windsor. Cost: Donations only. Contact: Ted Norman. Number for more info: 485-8224.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Spinning Class
Venue: Vermont Sport and Fitness Club. Street Address: 40 Curtis Ave. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Group cycling with jumps, hill climbs, sprints and steady tours. Rewarding for anyone who can cycle at their own pace for 30 minutues. Call ahead to reserve space, 775-9916. Cost: $14.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:15 AM – 9:00 AM.
For more info visit www.vsandf.com. Wild People, Wild Places 4: A Photographic Journey through Vermont and Beyond
Description: A show of photographic work by Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson of Ember Photography. Open to the public on weekdays through September 26. Venue: Governor's Office, Pavilion Building, Montpelier. Street Address: 109 State Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Tracy Martin. Number for more info: 802-828-0749. Email for more info: tracy.martin@state.vt.us.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Governor's Office
Pavilion Building, 5th floor
Montpelier, VT.
Benson Farmers' Market
Venue: In the park next to the Wheel Inn. City or Town: Benson. County: Rutland. Description: Weather permitting.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Downtown Rutland Farmers' Market
Venue: Depot Park. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Local produce, plants ready for the ground, jams, jellies, sauces, maple products, local meats, cheeses, wine and crackers. local produce: fresh picked seasonal produce. Contact: Charles 273-2735.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Gates & Passages at Studio Place Arts
Description: A group multi-media art exhibit. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: spa4arts@sover.net.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts Main Gallery.
Historic Tour of UVM
Venue: University of Vermont. Description: The university will bring its long and illustrious history to light with a weekly guided historic tour of its campus. The free tour, led by UVM emeritus professor William Averyt, will take place Saturdays July 5 through October 11. Information and registration: http://www.uvm.edu/about_uvm/visiting/?Page=historic_tour.html/. Street Address: South Prospect Street. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The tour begins at the statue of Ira Allen on the UVM Green just north of the large fountain at the center of the green.
For more info visit www.uvm.edu. Pollination Garden Workshop
Description: Todd Hardie and Annie Watson will discuss how to plant gardens that support bees. Assess your yard and garden to see what
vegetables, flowers, "weeds" and trees you already grow that provide nectar and pollen. Make plans to encourage what's there and to add more next year so honey bees and other pollinators will have food sources throughout the spring, summer and fall. The workshop will include a walking tour of the nectar and pollen gardens and beehives. Venue: Honey Gardens Apiaries. Street Address: Route 7. City or Town: Ferrisburg. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $10 NOFA members, $15 nonmembers. Contact: NOFA-VT. Email for more info: info@nofavt.org. Number for more info: 434-4122.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nofavt.org. Shoreham Festival
Venue: Town Commons. City or Town: Shoreham. County: Addison. Description: Features book sales, Brick Blask (Legos), classic car show, garden tractor pulls, midway for kids, face painting, pony rides, photo contest, cake eating contest, parade, dinner, guitar hero competition and fireworks shown at 8:45 p.m. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Town clerk's office. Ticket Phone: 897-5841. Cost: Dinner tickets $10 for adults, $5 for children. Number for more info: 897-5841.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.shorehamfestival.com. Body Pump Fitness Class
Venue: Vermont Sport and Fitness Club. Street Address: 40 Curtis Ave. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: A high intensity workout using light barbells and lots of repetition. Designed to build lean muscle mass and muscle endurance, not recommended for the deconditioned or beginner. Sign up in advance. Cost: $14. Number for more info: 775-9916. Web Site: http://www.vsandf.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
Exhibition at Grafton
Description: Exhibition at Grafton 2008 is a select juried art show of original works by professional artists from the East Coast. View a selection of top artists’ work in oils, pastels, watercolors, acrylics, mixed media and sculptures in various medium. The Old Tavern at Grafton, Hunter Gallery of Fine Art and Gallery North Star in Grafton Village will display the works. All art will be for sale during the show. Venue: Grafton Village (three locations, see description). City or Town: Grafton. County: Windham. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 843-1440. Email for more info: walkwil@aol.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM.
French Roundtable
Venue: Briggs Carriage Bookstore. Description: Meet and practice your French speaking. Everyone – any ability – is welcome to participate in a little international conversation. Meets weekly. Street Address: 16 Park St. City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Matthew Gibbs. Number for more info: 247-0050.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
"Art of Vermont"
Description: Selections from the state of Vermont's exceptional collection of fire art, museum closed Wednesdays. Venue: Bennington Museum. City or Town: Bennington. County: Bennington. Cost: Adults $9, seniors $8, children and students K-12 free. Number for more info: 447-1571. Web Site: http://www.benningtonmuseum.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
A Fine Line featuring prints by Ed Koren, Warrington Colescott, & David Bumbeck
Description: Prints by Ed Koren, Warrington Colescott, & David Bumbeck
Aug 2-September 3.
Opening reception Saturday, August 2nd 5 -7pm
Gallery hours: Wed - Sat 10 - 5, Sun 11 - 4, Mon and Tues by appointment
99 North Main Street
Rochester, VT 05767
802.767.9670
www.bigtowngallery.com. Venue: BigTown Gallery. Street Address: 99 North Main St. City or Town: Rochester. County: Windsor. Contact: Anni Mackay. Number for more info: 802.767.9670. Email for more info: anni@bigtowngallery.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
99 North Main St
Rochester, VT
05767.
Art on the Green
Description: Pawlet Scholarship Committee's 12th annual art show and sale featuring more than 30 area artists. Venue: On the Green. City or Town: Pawlet. County: Rutland.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Champlain Valley Fair
Venue: Champlain Valley Fair. Street Address: 105 Pearl Street. City or Town: Saint Albans. County: Essex. Description: Vermont's biggest annual event - 10 days of fun featuring agricultural displays and competitions, free shows, concerts, motorsports, midway rides, food and more. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Stephen Mease. Ticket Phone: 802-878-5545. Cost: $10 adults, $5 children (5-12) Under 5, free. Ticket Web Link: www.cvexpo.org. Number for more info: 802-878-5545. Email for more info: info@cvexpo.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452.
Expanded Hours
Description: Vermont Creates is now open Saturday's for your shopping convenience! Find gifts from our areas newest emerging artists. Venue: Vermont Creates Gallery & Gift Shop. Street Address: 60 Center Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-665-1701. Email for more info: lgriffin@broc.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Vermont Creates
60 Center Street
Rutland, VT.
Garlic & Herb Festival
Venue: Camelot Village. Street Address: Route 9. City or Town: Bennington. County: Bennington. Description: 13th annual Southern Vermont Garlic & Herb Festival features food, music and entertainment, children's activities, instructions and demonstrations, wagon ride, products, restaurants creating "Gourmet Lane," everything garlic and more. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Bennington Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $5, under age 12 $1, under age 4 free. Number for more info: 447-3311.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning Meander: Stone Walls, Cellar Holes & Cemeteries
Description: Discover the largest farmsteads and cemetery of what once was the Little River Settlement on this moderate hike up Hedgehog Hill. Includes option for loop. *Trail climbs 300 feet in 3/4 mile. Venue: Meet At HISTORY HIKE parking lot. Street Address: 3444 Little River Rd. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $3 adults, $2 kids, free for kids 12 and under. Contact: Brian Aust, Park Interpreter. Number for more info: (802) 244-7103. Email for more info: warbler@gmavt.net.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Little River State Park.
Northfield Labor Day Weekend Celebration
Venue: The Common. Description: 3-day free community celebration, with food, fun and games, live entertainment and Vermont's oldest Labor Day Parade. Street Address: Depot Square. City or Town: Northfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Email for more info: info@northfieldlaborday.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Northfield.
Quilt Exhibition
Venue: Billings Farm & Museum. Description: The 22nd annual juried exhibition of colorful and beautifully designed quilts made in Windsor County, quilting demonstrations and activities for children and adults. Street Address: Route 12N & River Road. City or Town: Woodstock. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Adults $11, seniors $10, children varies. Contact: Billings Farm & Museum. Number for more info: 457-2355. Email for more info: info@billingsfarm.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Summer Book Sale
Description: Brandon Library Basement Book Sale features used books, fiction, nonfiction, adult and children, soft and hard covered, excellent collection of donated and weeded materials. Street Address: 4 Franklin St. (Route 7). City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Web Site: www.brandonpubliclibrary.org. Contact: Lynn or Steph. Number for more info: 247-8230. Email for more info: bfplprograms@yahoo.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Tombs, Temples, Palaces, and Tea: The Social Role of Ceramics in Asia
Description: This exhibition explores the practical and social uses of ceramics in Asia.
Asian ceramics are the most varied in the world: they have been used for vessels, ritual objects, sculpture, and for even architectural ornament. They are also unrivaled in technical quality and in their sheer volume. Venue: Reiff Gallery. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Cost: Free. Web Site: www.museum.middlebury.edu.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Middlebury College Museum of Art.
For more info visit museum.middlebury.edu. Treasure Hunt
Venue: Throughout Store. Description: August is the Pyramid's 1st Birthday celebration month - but rather than you giving us gifts - we want to give YOU gifts!!!!
Try your hand at this Treasure Hunt and not only will it lead you to a hidden treasure (surprise gift for just completing the hunt) - but the top three scores will receive gift packages of many of the products & services mentioned in Treasure Hunt.
Happy Hunting!!!!!! Street Address: 116 West Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE. Contact: Traci. Number for more info: (802) 775-8080. Email for more info: penat@pyramidvt.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center.
Horse & Pony pulling competition
Submitted
Description: Pony & Horse
1400,1800 & 2600 ponies
3300 & F.F.A Horses
6 Ft distance. City or Town: Stockbridge. County: Windsor. Cost: Adult $4.00 under 12yrs free. Contact: Mike Johnson. Number for more info: 234-5661.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM.
Brykiss Farm River Road Stockbridge, VT.
Yoga
Venue: Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center Yoga Studio. Street Address: 116 West St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Yoga class with Tammy. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6. Contact: Tammy. Number for more info: 775-8080.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
Shop with the Chef
Venue: Capital City Farmers Market. Description: Join us for a culinary exploration! Chef Marci from the historic Coffee Corner restaurant in Downtown Montpelier will prepare her favorite recipes highlighting locally grown food. Street Address: 60 State Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Adults. Cost: Free. Contact: Jessie Schmidt. Number for more info: 802-685-4360. Email for more info: manager@montpelierfarmersmarket.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
State Street, downtown Montpelier.
Book Signing
Description: "Country Stores of Vermont" by author Dennis Bathory-Kitz featured as well as samples of made-in-Vermont products. Venue: Mach's General Store. Street Address: Junction of Routes 30 and 133. City or Town: Pawlet. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 325-3405.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class
Venue: Vermont Sport and Fitness Club. Street Address: 40 Curtis Ave. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Covers all of the ranges needed for fighting and can be applied to either self-defense or competition fighting. There is sparring after class for those wanting to train further. Number for more info: 775-9916. Web Site: http://www.vsandf.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CLOGGING & IRISH STEP LESSONS
Venue: Shooting Star Dance Studio. Description: Seeking new members for donation only lessons. Learn how to clog & Irish step!! We WELCOME you and your friend ANY week to our class! No dance shoes needed. Street Address: Sterling Hill Rd. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Donation ONLY. Contact: Green Mountain Cloggers Exhibition Dance Team. Number for more info: 802-522-2935. Email for more info: GreenMtnClogger@aol.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Shooting Star Dance Studio , Sterling Hill Rd, ( off of Quarry Hill ) Barre Town.
Fearless
Description: A group show of work made by artists who are able to ignore the inhibitions that constrict many of us. Paintings from the heart. G. Roy Levin, Sonja Olson, Megan Miller, Colleen McCleary, Bob Mould. Venue: Cooler Gallery & Shop. Street Address: 85 North Main Street, Suite 250. City or Town: White River Junction. County: Windsor. Cost: Free ~ Reception: Friday, August 1st, 6-8pm. Contact: Gaal Shepherd, Director. Number for more info: 802-295-8008. Email for more info: coolergallery@together.net. Web Site: www.coolergallery.biz.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Cooler Gallery & Shop
85 North Main Street, Suite 250
White River Junction, VT 05001
Gallery open Th-F-S, 11am-6pm.
Healthy Bodies
Venue: Leahy Center for Lake Champlain. Street Address: One College Street. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Description: The spine and nervous system play an important part in how we move our bodies. To complement the "Body Language" exhibit, Dr. Heather Rice from Vermont Chiropractic Association will use activities and games to demonstrate healthy choices. Free with admission. 1-877-ECHOFUN, www.echovermont.org. Age Range: Families. Cost: Free with ECHO admission. Contact: Linda Bowden. Email for more info: info@echovermont.org. Number for more info: 802-864-1848.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain.
For more info visit www.echovermont.org. Jules Olitski: An Inside View
Description: Jules Olitski: An Inside View is the first career-long retrospective of prints made by the renowned American “Color Field” painter.
Museum is open daily from 11 am - 5 pm; Closed Tuesdays. Venue: Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Street Address: 10 Vernon Street. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Cost: Adults, $4; Seniors, $3; Students, $2; Children 6 and under, FREE; Members, FREE. Number for more info: (802) 257-0124. Email for more info: info@brattleboromuseum.org. Web Site: http://www.brattleboromuseum.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
For more info visit www.brattleboromuseum.org. Pet Microchip Clinic
Venue: Central Vermont Humane Society. Description: Have your dog or cat microchipped! Dogs must be on leashes and cats in carriers. Please check in with staff before bringing your animals inside. Street Address: 504 Mekkelsen Hill Rd. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $25 per animal, which includes registration. Contact: Central Vermont Humane Society. Number for more info: 476-3811. Email for more info: info@cvhumane.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Central Vermont Humane Society.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Venue: The Inside Scoop. Description: Meet and practice Spanish, all abilities welcome, call 247-3306 or 247-6600. City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Public Ice Skating
Description: Fun with friends. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 12:15 PM – 2:15 PM.
"Let's Fish" Family Fishing
Description: Learn to enjoy fishing with your children or grandchildren. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn the simple skills needed to successfully catch fish with your children. All equipment supplied. All children must be accompanied by an adult, max. one adult per two children, maximum of 12 adults and children per Saturday, reservations required by noon.
Call Hawk at 802-672-3811 or email letsfishvt@peoplepc.com. Venue: Hawk Inn & Mountain Resort Recreation. Street Address: Billing Road. City or Town: Plymouth. County: Windsor. Age Range: Families. Cost: $30 per family. Contact: Ed Eagan. Number for more info: 299-8184. Email for more info: letsfishvt@peoplepc.com. Web Site: www.hawkresort.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Walking with Memories 2
Description: Carving Studio & Sculpture Center presents “Walking with Memories 2,” by Nora Valdez. Valdez says the exhibit “deals with issues of who I am, where I come from, motherhood, family, loss, love and being alone.”
Valdez grew up in Argentina with an Italian mother & Spanish father. She has lived in Brazil, Italy, Spain & Boston, and continued to travel extensively. The sculptor explains, “It feels like I keep carrying my luggage or baggage all the time. I feel I’m from here, there and nowhere.”. Venue: Carving Studio & Sculpture Center Gallery. Street Address: 259 Marble St. City or Town: West Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 438-2097. Email for more info: info@carvingstudio.org. Web Site: www.carvingstudio.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Escrima
Venue: Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center Yoga Studio. Description: Escrima with Bob refers to a class of Filipino martial arts that emphasize stick and sword fighting. Street Address: 116 West St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6. Contact: Bob. Number for more info: 775-8080.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Folk and Blues Concerts
Venue: President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site. Street Address: 3780 Route 100A, Plymouth Notch. City or Town: Plymouth. County: Windsor. Genre: blues, folk. Description: A lively two-day festival of folk and blues music held rain or shine. Rain venue 1840 Union Christian Church in Plymouth Notch.
Sat. Aug. 30, Larry Zarella, Amber deLaurentis, Craig Bickhardt, 8-11 p.m. jam session w/Phil Henry, Bear Creek Mountain Club,
Sun. Aug 31, Mre Wakefield, Alastair Moock, Meg Hutchinson. Web Site: www.plymouthfolk.com. Cost: Free. Contact: William Jenney. Number for more info: 672-3773. Email for more info: info@plymouthfolk.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Second Saturdays at Chimney Point
Venue: Chimney Point State Historic Site. Street Address: 7305 VT Route 125. City or Town: Addison. County: Addison. Description: Explore the French Colonial past at Chimney Point with hands-on activities for all ages. Try the dress up box for children, play games, and learn what archeology and the study of period sources can reveal. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Chimney Point. Email for more info: chimneypoint@historicvermont.org. Number for more info: 802-759-2412. Cost: $3.00 for adults, free for children under 15. Ticket Phone: 802-759-2412. Web Site: http://www.historicvermont.org/sites.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chimney Point State Historic Site.
Stick and Puck
Description: Play hockey. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM.
HUMCTC Teen Center
Description: Tween and Teen Center with computers, table games, help with homework, good food, friendship and fun Monday thru Friday. Street Address: 40 Washington St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: Teens. Cost: Free. Contact: Teen Center Director. Number for more info: 476-8156. Email for more info: heddingumc@charterinternet.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hedding UMC
40 Washington St
Barre, VT 05641.
June Moon
Description: The only collaboration between Kaufman and the great Ring Lardner tells the story of a young songwriter who meets the right girl on the train into the Big Apple - where he then meets the wrong girl, and pens the song that will make his fortune! A comedic romp set in the wild and unpredictable music business of the 1920s. The second production of THE KAUFMAN COLLECTION, DTF's committment to rediscovering for American audiences George S. Kaufman's great works for the stage. Venue: Dorset Playhouse. Street Address: 104 Cheney Road. City or Town: Dorset. County: Bennington. Directed By: Jesse Berger. Written By: George S. Kaufman and Ring Lardner. Cast: Mark Alhadeff, Mary Bacon, Todd Cerveris, Curran Connor, James Coyle, Larissa Goldberg, Margaret Laney, Ian Lowe, Spencer Moses, Angela Reed, Teresa Stephenson. Cost: $40 - evening, $35 - matinee, $15 - student. Ticket Phone: 802.867.5777. Ticket Web Link: www.dorsettheatrefestival.org. Contact: Amanda Brandes. Number for more info: 802.867.5777. Email for more info: dtftickets@gmail.com. Web Site: www.dorsettheatrefestival.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Dorset Theatre Festival.
Salsa
Venue: Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center Yoga Studio. Street Address: 116 West St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Salsa with Nahomi refers to a fusion of informal dance styles having roots in the Caribbean (especially Cuba and Puerto Rico), Latin and North America, and is danced to Salsa music. There is a strong African influence in the music and the dance. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6. Contact: Nahomi. Number for more info: 775-8080. Web Site: www.pyramidvt.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Geology Day
Description: The Vermont Museum of Mining and Minerals sponsors a slide lecture by Vermont state geologist Larry Becker. Venue: The Homestead. Street Address: across from The Old Tavern. City or Town: Grafton. County: Windham. Number for more info: 875-3562.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 4:00 PM.
Live Green Energy Expo and Music Festival
Venue: Riley Rink. Street Address: Hunter Park. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Description: Six New England bands perform including Connecticut-based Barefoot Truth and Vermont's Rick Redington & The Luv and Jer Coons.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 4:00 PM.
MAKING TRACKS & SEEING SKINS
Description: Meet your furbearing friends of Little River & make your own animal tracks. Plaster of Paris, track molds, mammal skins & more supplied. NATURE MUSEUM. Venue: Little River State Park - Nature Museum. Street Address: 3444 Little River Rd. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $3 adults, $2 kids, free for kids 12 and under. Contact: Brian Aust, Park Interpreter. Number for more info: (802) 244-7103. Email for more info: warbler@gmavt.net.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 4:30 PM.
Little River State Park.
Baked Ham Supper
Venue: Odd Fellows Hall. Street Address: Lake St. City or Town: Belmont. County: Rutland. Description: All-you-can-eat home style baked ham dinner with baked potato, vegetables, rolls and homemade pies. Cost: Adult $10, under age 12 $5. Number for more info: 259-2679.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Chicken n' Biscuit Dinner
Street Address: 1 South Main Street. City or Town: Northfield. County: Washington. Description: Chicken n' Biscuit Dinner, on Saturday August 30th, with settings at 5pm and 6pm, at the United Church of Northfield, 1 South Main Street, Northfield, VT. Adults $9.00, children 5-10 years $5.00 and under 5 free. Take out is available. Proceeds to benefits the United Church of Northfield Ministries. Handicap accessible. Contact Brenda Cruickshank 485-4431 for information. Cost: $9 Adults, $5 children 5-10 yrs, free under 5 yrs. Contact: Brenda Cruickshank. Number for more info: 802-485-4431.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
United Church of Northfield.
Concert
Venue: Gallery in-the-Field. Street Address: 685 Arnold District Road. City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Genre: other. Description: Soprano Beth Thompson and pianist Cynthia Huard perform. Web Site: http://www.galleryinthefield.com. Cost: $10. Number for more info: 247-0125.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM.
Dynamos Fall Soccer Registration
Description: Dynamos Soccer Registration. City or Town: Northfield. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: $25 for first child $20 additional child if before August 31st. Contact: Michelle or Lori. Number for more info: 802-485-4936. Email for more info: michellebora@yahoo.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 6:00 PM.
Concert with Mike & Ruthy of the Mammals
Band or group: Mike & Ruthy. Genre: folk. Venue: Bethany Church. Street Address: Main Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: The Summit School of Traditional Music and Culture presents: Concert with Mike & Ruthy! An acoustic duo from NY State with gentle, tight harmony singing on classic and original folk and pop songs, Mike & Ruthy accompany each other on guitar, fiddle, banjo, ukulele, and the occasional harmonica or glockenspiel. You may know their work from their larger string-band, The Mammals. Concert open to the public! Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Katie Trautz, music@summit-school.org. Cost: Concert: Suggested Donation $10. Email for more info: music@summit-school.org. Number for more info: 802-279-2236.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bethany Church, Montpelier, VT.
Concert with Mike and Ruthy
Venue: Bethany Church. Street Address: Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Genre: folk. Description: The Summit School of Traditional Music and Culture presents: Concert with Mike and Ruthy. The founding members of popular trad band 'The Mammals' will be gracing the stage with fiddle, banjo, guitar and sweet harmonies at this Summit School benefit event. Cost: $10 suggested donation. Contact: Katie Trautz. Number for more info: 802-279-2236. Email for more info: music@summit-school.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bethany Church.
Night "Ghost" Hike
Description: Come searching for owls and bats on your way to one of the largest farmsteads of abandoned Little River Settlement. Options for a visit to the Ricker Cemetery and for loop around Ricker Lot. Flashlights required; red lenses helpful, red cellophane available for regular lights to enhance night vision. Venue: Meet At HISTORY HIKE parking lot. Street Address: 3444 Little River Rd. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $3 adults, $2 kids, free for kids 3 and under. Contact: Brian Aust, Park Interpreter. Number for more info: (802) 244-7103. Email for more info: warbler@gmavt.net.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Little River State Park.
Opera Fest V
Description: Grand opera (food and wine under the tent starts at 5 o'clock) Join us for fifth year celebration. Venue: Unadilla Theater. Street Address: 501 Blachly Rd. City or Town: East Calais. County: Washington. Directed By: Naomi Flanders. Cost: $30.00. Ticket Phone: 456 8968. Web Site: www.unadilla.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM.
Unadilla Theater.
Queen City Ghostwalk
Description: Take a tour of Burlington's spooky side as your guide leads you on a journey through the Queen City's haunted history. Weekend tours until October 19th, Nightly through Halloween. Venue: City Hall Park. Street Address: Church and Main. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Age Range: Adults. Cost: $13. Contact: Queen City Ghostwalk. Number for more info: 802-351-1313. Email for more info: queencityghostwalk@gmail.com. Web Site: www.queencityghostwalk.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Tours meet on the back steps of City Hall Park in Burlington unless otherwise indicated.
Toby Keith's Biggest, Baddest Tour
Venue: Coca-Cola Grandstand, Champlain Valley Exposition. Street Address: 105 Pearl Street. City or Town: Essex Junction. County: Chittenden. Genre: country. Description: Country superstar Toby Keith returns to the Fair with special guests, Carter's Chord, Mica Roberts and Trailer Choir. Advance tickets include admission to the Fair. Sponsored by 98.9 WOKO. Web Site: www.cvexpo.org. Cost: $56.75 and $46.75. Ticket Phone: (802) 863-5966. Ticket Web Link: www.flynntix.org. Number for more info: (802) 878-5545. Email for more info: info@cvexpo.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Coca-Cola Grandstand, Champlain Valley Fair.
Humpty Dumpty
Description: Eric Bogosian's gritty psychological drama about four friends who gather at a remote cabin and deal with events that may signal the end of the world. Not recommended for children. Venue: Springfield Community Players Studio. Street Address: 165 South St. City or Town: Springfield. County: Windsor. Directed By: Tom Field. Written By: Eric Bogosian. Cast: Robin McNamara, Tom Field, Christin Semprebon,Todd Hutchinson, Bob Tourangeau. Cost: $12, $10. Ticket Phone: 885-4098. Number for more info: 885-4098. Email for more info: inquiries@springfieldcommunityplayers.org. Web Site: www.springfieldcommunityplayers.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM.
Labor Day Square Dance
Venue: Oxbow High School cafeteria. Description: Class, Mainstream and Plus dancing with caller Al Monty. Street Address: Route 5. City or Town: Bradford. County: Orange. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6 per person. Contact: Joel or Marge Moore. Number for more info: 439-5334.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Snow White
Description: The wonderful world of the Brothers Grimm is brought to life. Venue: Old Church Community Theater. Street Address: 137 North Main Street. City or Town: Bradford. County: Orange. Directed By: Barbara Cohen. Written By: Tim Kelly. Cost: 8.00 adults, 5.00 students. Ticket Phone: 802 222 3322. Ticket Web Link: www.oldchurchtheater.org. Email for more info: publicity@oldchurchtheater.org. Web Site: www.oldchurchtheater.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM.
Old Church Community Theater
137 North Main Street
Bradford, Vermont.
SWEET JAMM BIG BAND at ALUMNI HALL, Haverhill
Venue: Alumni Hall. Street Address: 75 Court Street. City or Town: Haverhill N.H. County: Grafton NH. Genre: dance, other. Description: Listen and dance to the best-loved Standards from the 20's, 30's & 40's
in a wonderful building with a great dance floor. Cost: $5.00 general admission. Number for more info: 603-989-5500. Email for more info: alumnihall@charterinternet.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM.
75 Court Street
Haverhill, NH 03765.
A Delicate Balance
Description: A DELICATE BALANCE This 1967 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Edward Albee explores the themes of loss, fear and escape from reality. Venue: Stowe Town Hall Theatre. Street Address: 67 Main Street. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Directed By: Tom Carder. Cost: $20 adults; $10 children. Ticket Phone: 802.253.3961. Ticket Web Link: www.stowetheatre.com. Contact: Valerie Rochon. Number for more info: 802.253.3961. Email for more info: tickets@stowetheatre.com. Web Site: www.stowetheatre.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Stowe Town Hall Theatre
Akeley Memorial Building.
Cantrip
Venue: Hooker-Dunham Theater & Gallery. Street Address: 139 Main St. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Genre: acoustic, folk, other, world. Description: Twilight Music presents an evening of high energy Scottish music from Edinburgh with Cantrip. While firmly rooted in the Scottish tradition, Jon Bews (fiddle, mandolin, voice), Gavin Marwick (fiddle, mandolin), Dan Houghton (highland & border bagpipes, flute, whistles, voice) and Cameron Robson (guitar, bouzouki, cittern, banjo, mandolin, jaw harp, voice) take influences from, and excursions into, music from the Scandinavian, Balkan, Basque, Breton and Québécoise traditions. Web Site: www.hookerdunham.org. Cost: $16 or $14 students/seniors. Ticket Phone: 254-9276. Ticket Web Link: www.hookerdunham.org. Contact: Barry Stockwell. Number for more info: 254-9276. Email for more info: HDTandG@sover.net.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:15 PM.
Star Light, Star Bright Star Night
Description: This annual deep sky show stars the constellations, planets, meteor showers and satellites. Experienced stargazers will show you what to look for. Bring binoculars, telescopes, blankets and flashlights. The marshmallows are on us. Call ahead to make sure program is on. Rain date Aug. 31. Venue: Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site. Street Address: 5696 Monument Hill Road. City or Town: Hubbardton. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free, donations appreciated. Contact: Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site. Number for more info: 273-2282. Email for more info: chimneypoint@historicvermont.org. Web Site: http://www.HistoricVermont.org/sites.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Tenfest: New Work by Vermont Playwrights
Description: An evening of short plays by Vermont playwrights, presented by the Vermont Playwrights Circle as part of the Vermont Fesitval of the Arts. Venue: Valley Players theater space. Street Address: 4254 Main Street. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Directed By: Jeanne Beckwith. Written By: Jeanne Beckwith, Maura Campbell, Charles Coburn, Maureen Hennigan, Marjory Sharp, Marisa Smith, and Roger Strauss. Cost: $8.00. Ticket Phone: 802-583-1674. Contact: Jeanne Beckwith or Brett Cox. Number for more info: 802-485-5636. Email for more info: rialto@tds.net. Web Site: http://www.vemontplaywrightscircle.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:45 PM.
Waitsfield, Vermont.
The Boycott
Description: Based in part on the ancient Greek comedy "Lysistrata" by Aristophanes, "The Boycott" is a one-woman play in which actress and writer Kathy Blume plays dozens of characters, including the First Lady of the United States, who launches a nation-wide sex strike to fight global warming. This production at the Bundy CFA will be a benefit for The Vermont Women's Fund. Venue: The Bundy Center for the Arts. Street Address: 361 Bundy Road. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Directed By: Jason Jacobs. Written By: Kathryn Blume. Cast: Kathryn Blume. Cost: $25. Ticket Phone: 802-496-4781. Contact: Ruth Ann Pattee. Number for more info: 802-496-4781. Email for more info: rapattee@mac.com. Web Site: www.bundycfa.org.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Bundy Center for the Arts.
Louis Moyse Memorial
Submitted
Venue: Unitarian Church. Street Address: 130 Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Genre: classical. Description: Musicians pay tribute to the great flutist and composer and Vermont resident: Counterpoint, Alison Cerutti, Jeffrey Chappell, Wendy Hoffman Farrell, Diane Huling, Karen Kevra and more. Cost: Free (donations accepted). Contact: Catherine Orr. Number for more info: (802) 244-7638. Email for more info: catherin@sover.net.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM.
Kung Fu, Escrima, Chin Na
City or Town: Fair Haven. County: Rutland. Description: Si-Fu Robbie offers classes in the Southern Chinese system of Kung Fu (Hung Gar), Philippines Escrima (stick fighting), and Chin Na. Some classes combine the forms and weapons of Hung Gar and Escrima. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6.00. Contact: Robert Bride. Email for more info: alaorob8@yahoo.com. Number for more info: 802-265-3470. Web Site: http://alaokungfu.com.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 PM – Sunday, August 31, 2008, 1:00 AM.
Alao Kung Fu
Fair Haven Fitness.
For more info visit alaokungfu.com. As You Like It
Description: Shakespeare’s tale of ardent lovers in the Forest of Arden has been an audience favorite for more than 400 years. A magnificent mixture of colorful characters, soaring music and witty verse, As You Like It proves that soulmates can be found in the most unexpected places. Come see our fresh approach to this timeless classic before it embarks on a New England tour. City or Town: Weston. County: Windsor. Cost: $29-55. Ticket Phone: 802.824.5288. Ticket Web Link: www.westonplayhouse.org. Number for more info: 802.824.5288. Web Site: www.westonplayhouse.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Weston Playhouse, Weston, VT.
EXPOSED!
Description: Helen Day Art Center outdoor sculpture show. Artwork at display through town and recreation path. Venue: Town of Stowe. Street Address: 5 School St. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Cost: FREE. Contact: Anahi Costa. Number for more info: 8022538358. Email for more info: mail@helenday.com. Web Site: www.helenday.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Town of Stowe.
Sabra Field: The Pandora Suite
Description: With her Pandora Suite, iconic Vermont artist Sabra Field has entered rich, new territory that may be unfamiliar to those acquainted with her work. The 12 striking images in the suite are printed in brown and black with white. With these images, primarily of human figures, Field moves away from natural or rural beauty to address, as she explains, “the persistence of cruelty and violence in our world.”. Venue: Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Street Address: 10 Vernon St. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Cost: $4- Adults, $3- Seniors, $2 students, Free for children under 6 and members. Number for more info: 802-257-0124. Email for more info: info@brattleboromuseum.org. Web Site: www.Brattleboromuseum.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
Vermont Festival of the Arts
Description: 11th annual Mad River Valley arts festival - call or go online for schedule. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Varies. Number for more info: 802 496-6682.
Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Pancake Breakfast
Venue: Community-Masonic Hall. City or Town: Bridport. County: Addison. Description: Morning Sun Lodge #5 fund-raiser includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, bacon and eggs, French toast, biscuit-sausage gravy, coffee and juice. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Adults $7, ages 6-12 $3, under age 6 free.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Gas & Steam Antique Engine Show
Venue: Jct of Vt. Routes 107 & 100. Description: Antique engines, tractors and cars are all welcome, flea market spots available, antique engine demonstrations. City or Town: Stockbridge. County: Windsor. Cost: Donations only. Contact: Ted Norman. Number for more info: 485-8224.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Wild People, Wild Places 4: A Photographic Journey through Vermont and Beyond
Description: A show of photographic work by Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson of Ember Photography. Open to the public on weekdays through September 26. Venue: Governor's Office, Pavilion Building, Montpelier. Street Address: 109 State Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Tracy Martin. Number for more info: 802-828-0749. Email for more info: tracy.martin@state.vt.us.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Governor's Office
Pavilion Building, 5th floor
Montpelier, VT.
Adult Bible Study-Connect with God
Description: Study of the Sermon on the Mount by Bill Hybels. Denomination: United Methodist. Street Address: 40 Washington ST. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Contact: Rev. Ralph Howe. Email for more info: HeddingUMC@charterinternet.com. Number for more info: 802-476-8156.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:45 AM – 9:30 AM.
Hedding UMC, 40 Washington St, Barre.
Gates & Passages at Studio Place Arts
Description: A group multi-media art exhibit. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: spa4arts@sover.net.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts Main Gallery.
Exhibition at Grafton
Submitted
Description: Exhibition at Grafton 2008 is a select juried art show of original works by professional artists from the East Coast. View a selection of top artists’ work in oils, pastels, watercolors, acrylics, mixed media and sculptures in various medium. The Old Tavern at Grafton, Hunter Gallery of Fine Art and Gallery North Star in Grafton Village will display the works. All art will be for sale during the show. Venue: Grafton Village (three locations, see description). City or Town: Grafton. County: Windham. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 843-1440. Email for more info: walkwil@aol.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM.
"Art of Vermont"
Description: Selections from the state of Vermont's exceptional collection of fire art, museum closed Wednesdays. Venue: Bennington Museum. City or Town: Bennington. County: Bennington. Cost: Adults $9, seniors $8, children and students K-12 free. Number for more info: 447-1571. Web Site: http://www.benningtonmuseum.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
A Fine Line featuring prints by Ed Koren, Warrington Colescott, & David Bumbeck
Description: Prints by Ed Koren, Warrington Colescott, & David Bumbeck
Aug 2-September 3.
Opening reception Saturday, August 2nd 5 -7pm
Gallery hours: Wed - Sat 10 - 5, Sun 11 - 4, Mon and Tues by appointment
99 North Main Street
Rochester, VT 05767
802.767.9670
www.bigtowngallery.com. Venue: BigTown Gallery. Street Address: 99 North Main St. City or Town: Rochester. County: Windsor. Contact: Anni Mackay. Number for more info: 802.767.9670. Email for more info: anni@bigtowngallery.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
99 North Main St
Rochester, VT
05767.
Brunch Music Series
Venue: LACE. Description: Brunch with music. Street Address: North Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Number for more info: 476-4952.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
LACE.
Champlain Valley Fair
Venue: Champlain Valley Fair. Street Address: 105 Pearl Street. City or Town: Saint Albans. County: Essex. Description: Vermont's biggest annual event - 10 days of fun featuring agricultural displays and competitions, free shows, concerts, motorsports, midway rides, food and more. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Stephen Mease. Ticket Phone: 802-878-5545. Cost: $10 adults, $5 children (5-12) Under 5, free. Ticket Web Link: www.cvexpo.org. Number for more info: 802-878-5545. Email for more info: info@cvexpo.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – Monday, September 1, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452.
Expanded Hours
Description: Vermont Creates is now open Saturday's for your shopping convenience! Find gifts from our areas newest emerging artists. Venue: Vermont Creates Gallery & Gift Shop. Street Address: 60 Center Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-665-1701. Email for more info: lgriffin@broc.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Vermont Creates
60 Center Street
Rutland, VT.
Garlic & Herb Festival
Venue: Camelot Village. Street Address: Route 9. City or Town: Bennington. County: Bennington. Description: 13th annual Southern Vermont Garlic & Herb Festival features food, music and entertainment, children's activities, instructions and demonstrations, wagon ride, products, restaurants creating "Gourmet Lane," everything garlic and more. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Bennington Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $5, under age 12 $1, under age 4 free. Number for more info: 447-3311.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Quilt Exhibition
Venue: Billings Farm & Museum. Description: The 22nd annual juried exhibition of colorful and beautifully designed quilts made in Windsor County, quilting demonstrations and activities for children and adults. Street Address: Route 12N & River Road. City or Town: Woodstock. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Adults $11, seniors $10, children varies. Contact: Billings Farm & Museum. Number for more info: 457-2355. Email for more info: info@billingsfarm.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Tombs, Temples, Palaces, and Tea: The Social Role of Ceramics in Asia
Description: This exhibition explores the practical and social uses of ceramics in Asia.
Asian ceramics are the most varied in the world: they have been used for vessels, ritual objects, sculpture, and for even architectural ornament. They are also unrivaled in technical quality and in their sheer volume. Venue: Reiff Gallery. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Cost: Free. Web Site: www.museum.middlebury.edu.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Middlebury College Museum of Art.
For more info visit museum.middlebury.edu. Sunday Worship
Submitted
Presenter: Alan Parker, Pastor. Description: We welcome all. Sunday School classes for youth meet during worship service. Venue: United Church of Craftsbury (on the Common). Denomination: United Church of Christ. Street Address: 7 Church Lane. City or Town: Craftsbury. County: Orleans. Contact: Church Office. Email for more info: unitedchurchcraftsbury@yahoo.com. Number for more info: 802-586-8028.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM.
United Church of Craftsbury
Craftsbury Common, VT 05826.
Tai Chi (Short Form)
Venue: Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center Yoga Studio. Street Address: 116 West St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Tai Chi is a centuries old system of gentle physical exercise that is practiced the world over for health and fitness. With Jesse, the movements of Tai Chi, which are often described as slow motion, have been designed to enhance relaxation, self-defense and self-cultivation. It is becoming well-recognized in modern medicine for its therapeutic effects which include improved flexibility and range of motion, muscle strength and balance. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6. Contact: Jesse. Number for more info: 775-8080. Web Site: www.pyramidvt.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
Story Time Returns on Friday, September 5
Description: Story Time will resume on Friday, September 5th at 10:30 am. This will be a special musical story time featuring Music Together! Presenter: Ellen Leonard. Cost: Free. Venue: Hayes Room. Street Address: 135 Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Web Site: www.kellogghubbard.org. Contact: Jane Napier. Number for more info: 802-223-4665. Email for more info: jnapier@kellogghubbard.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
Service at Historic St. John's Church
Submitted
Presenter: Slate Valley Regional Ministry. Description: The Slate Valley Regional Ministry is sponsoring Eucharist at historic St. John's Church in East Poultney. Venue: St. John's Episcopal Church, East Poultney, VT. Denomination: Episcopal. Street Address: East Main Street. City or Town: Poultney. County: Rutland. Contact: Fr. L. Paul Gratz. Number for more info: 802.287.4189.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:30 AM.
St. John's Episcopal Church
East Poultney
Vermont.
Black River Good Neighbors
Description: Stop by and find some great deals. City or Town: Ludlow. County: Windsor.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Fearless
Description: A group show of work made by artists who are able to ignore the inhibitions that constrict many of us. Paintings from the heart. G. Roy Levin, Sonja Olson, Megan Miller, Colleen McCleary, Bob Mould. Venue: Cooler Gallery & Shop. Street Address: 85 North Main Street, Suite 250. City or Town: White River Junction. County: Windsor. Cost: Free ~ Reception: Friday, August 1st, 6-8pm. Contact: Gaal Shepherd, Director. Number for more info: 802-295-8008. Email for more info: coolergallery@together.net. Web Site: www.coolergallery.biz.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Cooler Gallery & Shop
85 North Main Street, Suite 250
White River Junction, VT 05001
Gallery open Th-F-S, 11am-6pm.
Healthy Bodies
Venue: Leahy Center for Lake Champlain. Street Address: One College Street. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Description: The spine and nervous system play an important part in how we move our bodies. To complement the "Body Language" exhibit, Dr. Heather Rice from Vermont Chiropractic Association will use activities and games to demonstrate healthy choices. Free with admission. 1-877-ECHOFUN, www.echovermont.org. Age Range: Families. Cost: Free with ECHO admission. Contact: Linda Bowden. Email for more info: info@echovermont.org. Number for more info: 802-864-1848.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain.
For more info visit www.echovermont.org. Jules Olitski: An Inside View
Description: Jules Olitski: An Inside View is the first career-long retrospective of prints made by the renowned American “Color Field” painter.
Museum is open daily from 11 am - 5 pm; Closed Tuesdays. Venue: Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Street Address: 10 Vernon Street. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Cost: Adults, $4; Seniors, $3; Students, $2; Children 6 and under, FREE; Members, FREE. Number for more info: (802) 257-0124. Email for more info: info@brattleboromuseum.org. Web Site: http://www.brattleboromuseum.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
For more info visit www.brattleboromuseum.org. Segway Riding
Description: To complement the "Body Language" exhibit, SegRides of Vermont will demonstrate and then encourage folks ages 12+ to try the Segway, the first self-balancing, electric-powered transportation device. Moving your body moves the Segway! Free with admission. 1-877-ECHOFUN, www.echovermont.org.
SegRides of Vermont will be offering tours at 2:00 p.m. following the demonstrations and there is limited space available. Contact SegRides of Vermont for reservations and price. (802) 893-1990. Venue: Leahy Center for Lake Champlain. Street Address: One College Street. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Age Range: Families. Cost: Free with ECHO admission. Contact: Linda Bowden. Number for more info: 802-864-1848. Email for more info: info@echovermont.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain.
For more info visit www.echovermont.org. Chandler's 16th annual New World Festival
Venue: Chandler Music Hall, Bethany Church and tents. Street Address: 71-73 Main Street. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Genre: world. Description: An all-day festival celebrating Vermont's Celtic and French Canadian heritage; 5 performance stages, children's activities, food, crafts and more! Web Site: www.NewWorldFestival.com. Cost: Adults $25 in advance, $30 at the door; Students 13-18 $10; Children 12 and under $5; $20 after 6 PM. Ticket Phone: 802-728-9878. Contact: Becky McMeekin. Number for more info: 802-728-9878. Email for more info: director@chandler-arts.org.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 PM – Monday, September 1, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Randolph, Vermont.
Public Ice Skating
Submitted
Description: Fun with friends. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:15 PM – 2:15 PM.
Acoustic Roundtable
Venue: Espresso Bueno. Street Address: 136 North Main Street. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Genre: acoustic. Description: Strike up a tune with others in an informal, fun and unpretentious atmosphere. All instruments and playing levels welcome. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 479-0896. Email for more info: clarkpt@hotmail.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Espresso Bueno.
Mushroom Exploration with The Nature Museum at Grafton
Description: Join Dick McCarrick as he introduces us to safe mushroom hunting techniques; shares with us specimens of poiso