Rock-Paper-Scissors: Two-artist exhibit at Axel’s
Rock-Paper-Scissors is a literal description of the subject, material, and processes of the work by two emerging Vermont artists: Neha Shukla and Nora McDonough.
Vt. Army National Guard to host firing range tour July 20
The Vermont Army National Guard announced that it will host a public tour of the Ethan Allen Firing Range in Jericho on Wednesday, July 20.
Friday, July 22: Music in the Alley
Music in the Alley returns to Stowe Street on Friday, July 22.
The Outside Story: The many ways of cedar
Some things are so familiar, so common, that they are often overlooked. Such is the case with northern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis).
Share campfire stories in the library's garden
Scary stories, local legends, camping misadventures, folklore… all are fair game at the Waterbury Public Library's campfire stories event on July 27 starting at 7 p.m.
Author Bill McKibben reflects on American patriotism, faith and prosperity
On a recent stop in Waterbury, Vermont activist and prolific author Bill McKibben asked, “What went sour with American patriotism, American faith, and American prosperity?”
'Our Town' takes to the Stowe Town Hall Theatre stage
Stowe Theatre Guild presents the Thornton Wilder Pulitzer Prize-winning play, "Our Town," July 14-30 at the Stowe Town Hall Theatre.
Broadway in Vermont returns to Moose Meadow July 12
Broadway to Vermont returns to Moose Meadow Lodge in Duxbury Tuesday, July 12.
Legion members organize memorial kids fishing derby
In memory of their avid fisherman friend, members of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 59 in Waterbury are planning to launch an annual kids fishing derby Saturday, July 23.
Online session will introduce new library catalog system
The Waterbury Public Library has a new online catalog called Aspen Discovery and the library will have an online class on Tuesday, July 12, for patrons interested in learning more about how to use it.
Jewish film festival branches out, presents hybrid screenings, July 13-31
The 2022 Stowe Jewish Film Festival combines in-person and virtual screenings for a hybrid event this year that also includes the Big Picture in Waitsfield as a film venue.
The Outside Story: Phantom midges are late-night feeders
The most common but least seen planktonic insect larvae in lakes and ponds are phantom midges, members of the genus Chaoborus that the “phantom” moniker from both their unique appearance and their unusual behaviors.
Farm to Ballet begins July performance tour
Farm to Ballet opens its summer performance series this weekend with shows in Brattleboro on Saturday and on Sunday at Shelburne Farms.
Hope Cemetery memorial garden dedicated to Jack Carter
The cremains of Jack Carter were laid to rest in Hope Cemetery on June 21 on the one-year anniversary of his passing.
VSO brings summer ‘Celebrate!’ tour to Stowe on Sunday
The Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Festival Tour “Celebrate!” concludes this Sunday, July 10, with a performance at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe.
Summer blood donations are needed
The American Red Cross sees a drop in blood and platelet donations through holiday weeks including the Fourth of July so donors through July 10 will receive a Red Cross summer tote bag while supplies last.
The Outside Story: Incredible, resilient water bears
When asked to name the most resilient animal, not many people likely think of tardigrades. In fact, most people probably don’t even know that tardigrades exist.
Enjoy loons from a safe distance
Few birding experiences rival hearing the haunting call of the loon or seeing them glide by in protected coves on a lake. However, for the birds’ protection, the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department asks boaters and anglers to enjoy loons from a safe distance this summer.
Usual time, new spot for Waterbury ArtsFest, July 8-9
Waterbury ArtsFest returns to its summertime weekend July 8-9, next Friday-Saturday, in a new downtown spot on the lawn at Pilgrim Park behind the Waterbury Train Station.
Celebrating Independence Day this weekend
Waterbury’s annual Not Quite Independence Day celebration kicked off Vermont’s Fourth of July festivities last Saturday. Now that the local parade, block party, and fireworks are complete, it might be fun to check out the festivities in neighboring communities. Here’s a look at nearby celebrations this 4th of July holiday weekend.