Sept. 10: Sunzilla is coming to downtown Waterbury
The 33rd Annual Waterbury Rotary sunflower-growing contest, known as The Hunt for Sunzilla the Monster Sunflower, will be held on Thursday, Sept. 10, starting at 5 p.m. at Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury.
New Stage Players seeks new plays for 2027 comedy festival
The Grange Hall Cultural Center and New Stage Players are seeking submissions of short comedic stage plays for production in 2027.
Live music in Waterbury plays on in September at TURNmusic, Zenbarn
Summer outdoor concerts may be in the rear-view mirror, but Waterbury’s live music scene is busy this month with TURNmusic shows at The Phoenix and a full schedule at Zenbarn.
How milkweed tussock moths evade predators
Milkweed tussock moths are native and common throughout much of the eastern United States, and are abundant in Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. The hairs of these caterpillars are not venomous, but they are barbed and serve as a defense against birds and other predators.
Mad River Valley Rotary preps for Great Duck Race on Sept. 6
Mad River Valley Rotary hosts its annual Great Duck Race on Sunday, Sept. 6, when hundreds of plastic ducks will be launched on the Mad River to support Rotary projects in the coming year. Donate to sponsor a duck or ducks either online or at several locations.
Lamoille County Players tee up Neil Simon’s ‘California Suite,’ Aug. 28-Sept. 6
The Lamoille County Players welcome audiences to the historic (and air-conditioned) Hyde Park Opera House for Neil Simon’s “California Suite” Aug. 28-Sept. 6.
The handsome, but often-overlooked ovenbird
Ovenbirds sing their song late in the day as well as in the morning, and they continue singing later into the summer than most warblers. They even sing during the twilight hours and at night.
Ripples from the Reservoir | August
August has arrived, bringing lots of activity on the reservoir. Warm muggy days have brought out the boaters, swimmers, and campers, and the state parks staff have been very busy.
Illusions, comedy, and some magic for the kids: Ben Pratt at Phantom Theater, Aug. 22-23
Prepare to laugh, wonder, and question reality when Comedy Illusionist Ben Pratt takes the stage at Phantom Theater’s Edgcomb Barn in Warren for three performances on Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 22-23.
Church organizes ‘Neighborhood Yard Sale’ fundraiser, Aug.14-15
Wesley United Methodist Church is organizing a new approach to its summer fundraiser – a Neighborhood Yard Sale this coming Friday-Saturday, Aug. 14-15.
Incredible climbing vines
Woody grapevines are impressive climbers, an ability that enables them to reach sunlight with a minimum investment of energy. Vines are plants with a growth habit of trailing or climbing stems. By using a tree as a support, they don’t need to expend energy to develop supportive tissue.
Got hiking photos? Green Mountain Club has a photo contest
The Green Mountain Club’s annual photo contest is underway with a call for photos taken on Vermont hikes in the past three years.
On Aug. 16, Bennington Battle Day, state historic sites are free
The Vermont Division for Historic Preservation announced that all Vermont State Historic Sites will have free admission on Sunday, Aug. 16, to commemorate the 249th anniversary of Bennington Battle Day, a pivotal turning point in the American Revolutionary War.
Vermont Philharmonic presents Summer Pops in Duxbury
Moose Meadow Lodge hosts the Vermont Philharmonic orchestra for a 4 p.m. performance led by Conductor Lou Kosma.
Vermont history summer speakers series highlights Vermont State Hospital graves
The Vermont State Archives and Records Administration’s ongoing free summer speaker series to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary continues on Monday, Aug. 10, with a presentation about burials at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury.
Stowe Free Library invites all to film screening, discussion group
The Friends of Stowe Free Library invite Waterbury-area community members to two upcoming free programs at the library.
Kids present ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ in Stowe
Stowe Children’s Theatre’s summer camp presents the musical, “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” Friday-Saturday, Aug. 7-8, at Stowe High School. High school cast members include Harwood and People’s Academy students.
Summer’s big celestial show: Perseid meteor shower
Few natural wonders are more awesome than the blazing fireballs that streak across our night skies. And the Perseid Meteor Shower, which appears during some of the warmest nights of the year, features up to 100 meteors per hour.
Antique cars roll into Waterbury for annual show and new local festivities
The annual migration of antique cars to Waterbury takes place this weekend with some new local events and promotions aimed and capturing the attention of visitors to Waterbury for the popular event.
Library in August welcomes birds of prey, The Federalist Papers, familiar favorites
August is a month of transitions on the Waterbury Public Library’s program schedule. Some regular programs have taken a short summer hiatus, and they start up again this time of year.