Friday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Chandler Center for the Arts presents Darlingside, a new and widely popular Boston-based Americana quartet, on Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m., with local singer-songwriter Kris Gruin opening the show. Darlingside’s wide-open arrangements are marked by […]
Category: Arts, Dining & Entertainment
Big purse up for grabs at premier rail jam
Saturday, Dec. 17 at 8 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Killington Resort has recently received some fresh powder, just in time to bring back the annual Rails 2 Riches park jam on Saturday, Dec. 17. The events will be held on Lower Bunny Buster at […]
Paramount screens special holiday encore of “The Magic Flute”
Saturday, Dec. 17 at 12:55 p.m.—Tony Award-winning director, Julie Taymor’s delightful production of Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” returns to the Paramount Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 12:55 p.m. “The Magic Flute” was the Metropolitan Opera’s first Live in HD […]
Opening reception to be held for “Figuration” exhibit
Saturday, Dec. 17 at 3 p.m.—ROCHESTER—Whether you love the open, cold spaces of this time of year, when light floods the hills and valleys, or you prefer the coziness of a cabin’s wood-stove, you will want to plan a visit […]
Looking for Santa?
Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 17-18—Looking for Santa for the kids to express their Christmas wishes? There’s just one weekend left before the big day on Dec. 25, and Santa will be at two locations on Saturday and Sunday. Santa will […]
“Ski inc.” an industry first about chasing ‘the dream’ through four decades
By Karen D. Lorentz For anyone looking for a good winter book, Chris Diamond’s 44-year memoir, “Ski inc.” is highly recommended reading. For anyone looking at the Killington Village conundrum or wondering about the new Killington Valley promotion it is […]
Rubies of winter
By Dr. Leonard Perry, Horticulture Professor Emeritus, UVM Shrubs with red berries come in handy this time of year for use in holiday decorations and arrangements, for feeding wildlife, and for brightening landscapes. Although the well-known American and Chinese hollies […]
Community Christmas celebration featured at Ludlow auditorium
Friday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m.—LUDLOW—In keeping with tradition, FOLA (Friends of Ludlow Auditorium) put up the annual Christmas tree on the stage of Ludlow Town Hall’s Auditorium recently. The tree was decorated by FOLA members and friends. It will be […]
Head Over Heels seeks donations for foster kids
There are nearly 150 children in DCF foster care this holiday season, between Rutland, Middlebury, and Bennington. Many are without basic necessities moving into their foster homes. Head Over Heels Gymnastics and Tatum’s Totes, along with Liz Grimes, are organizing […]
Benson’s Chevy is Toys for Tots drop location
LUDLOW—There is no greater joy than a child receiving a Christmas gift on Christmas Day and again this year Benson’s Chevrolet at 25 Pond Street in Ludlow will be a drop-off location for Toys for Tots. They will be collecting […]