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Pets with Potential: Meet Reese, Tinkerbell and Oliver
PITTSFORD, Vt. (WCAX) - This week’s Pets with Potential are two dogs and a cat waiting at the Rutland County Humane Society for their forever homes. Reese is a 2-year-old hound mix currently in foster care. Staff members describe her as an incredibly active and energetic gal who loves an adventure. She will thrive in an active and social environment that can match her high energy levels. Her history with cats, other dogs, and kids is unknown. If you’re looking for an enthusiastic companion, Reese could be the furry friend for you.
Classic silent film ‘The Cameraman’ to screen in Brandon Saturday with live music
Classic silent film ‘The Cameraman’ to screen in Brandon Saturday with live music. Buster Keaton stars in “The Cameraman” (1928), a classic silent comedy to be screened with live music this Saturday, July 20, at 7 p.m., at the Brandon Town Hall. We’re glad you’re interested...
Letter to the editor: A poetic take on recent racist incident at Bread Loaf
Yet. There are sheets, inscribed. Hanging from the Inn’s deck. At a mother and her children. Fritz. Where families stay. Faculty and other summer workers. Living here. July and August. When the mountain becomes a school. again. A Writers’ Conference. A place to sit and talk in the...
West Rutland School Rock Lab plays Seven to Sunset Series
Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. – RUTLAND – High school contemporary musicians will take the stage in Main Street Park on Wednesday, July 17 when West Rutland School Rock Lab plays Rutland’s mainstay “Seven To Sunset” concert series. The performance caps off an exciting school year which included road gigs, drone-captured music videos, and even a grant bestowed by Vermont Governor Phil Scott.
Covered Bridge Exhibit now showing at the Brandon Museum
During the month of July, The Brandon Museum, in conjunction with the Vermont Covered Bridge Society (VCBS), is showcasing a Covered Bridge exhibit. On Saturday, July 13, VCBS Education Chair Jeanne Beaudry and her husband, Marcel Beaudry, gave presentations on Vermont Covered Bridges. Jeanne, a retired schoolteacher that taught kindergarten through 6th grade, discussed some of her time educating students and children with special needs about covered bridges. Jeanne and Marcel have held workshops where they have helped children build models of covered bridges. Marcel reflected on his memories of the Lord’s Creek Covered Bridge, of which he built a small scale model that is on display at the museum. About 28 guests were in attendance for the presentations. After the presentations, everyone was invited to explore the exhibit.
Blue Jay Way performs in Fair Haven on July 18
Thursday, July 18 at 7 p.m. – FAIR HAVEN – Blue Jay Way will perform in Fair Haven for the Concerts in the Park series beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 18. This rock and roll cover band will play popular music from the ’60’s through today’s hits. Concert goers will enjoy this great group made up of musicians that have been playing together for many years. The band began in 1974 when two Castleton State College freshmen got together to play. The band has now been together for five decades.
The Killington Wine Festival returns for 2024
Friday, July 19 at 6 p.m. – KILLINGTON – The 24th annual Killington Wine Fest returns on July 19-20. Hosted by the Killington Pico Area Association, this event invites wine lovers savor exquisite wines amidst the breathtaking views of Vermont’s Green Mountains. The festivities begin on Friday,...
Feast & Field Welcomes 3 unique bands from July 18-25
July 18-25—BARNARD—- BarnArts Feast & Field Music Series will have a record three events July 18-25, showcasing the series’ ability to have a world-class lineup diverse in genre, gender, and race that keeps true to Vermont roots while also engaging top international artists. Patti Casey & Tom Mackenzie, local folk duo, perform July 18th followed by a unique Saturday event on theJuly 20 with Brookfield’s own Myra Flynn (rescheduled from early June), and Espiral7, hailing from Colombia, hit the stage on July 25 as the most substantial band on the 2024 lineup. Doors open for each event at 5:30 p.m. with music at 6 p.m. and another set at 7:30 p.m. Tickets ($5-25) can be purchased online at feastandfield.com.
RCMS July 21 concert features new artistic director
Sunday, July 21 at 4 p.m. —ROCHESTER—The Rochester Chamber Music Society opens its July 21 concert at 4 p.m. in the Federated Church of Rochester under the direction of newly appointed Artistic Director Adda Kridler. The afternoon concert features Gabriel Boyers, violin; Adda Kridler, violin; Maren Rothfritz, viola; and Kirsten Jermé, cello. The program includes “The Lark Ascending,” a consistent favorite, written by Vaughan-Williams and inspired by the poem of the same name. Also on the program are works by John Luther Adams and Haydn.
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