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GREETINGS! WE’RE DELIGHTED TO WELCOME YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO SMUGGLERS’. OUR FAMILY OF EMPLOYEES IS READY TO DO EVERYTHING WE CAN TO MAKE THIS THE BEST VACATION EVER FOR YOUR FAMILY. Thank you for taking a look at Explore Smuggs; I hope that the magazine guides you to mountains of family fun and adventure during your stay with us. Don’t miss reading about the delicious breakfasts and brunches that can be enjoyed locally — such a great way to start your day whether your plans are for active pursuits, or relaxation, or both! Speaking of active pursuits, there are many hikes in our area that serve all ages and physical levels. Before lacing up your boots, you might want to read “Take a hike!” The author, who has many seasons of experience as a hiking guide, shares how slowing down for a mindful experience can lead to a new appreciation for the world around us. We’re honored that many families choose Smugglers’ to host their special celebrations such as weddings. A Smugglers’ wedding combines our family-centric service, award-winning programs, diverse facilities, and comfortable lodging with the beautiful settings and top notch amenities offered by local wedding barns. The result? A one-of-a-kind experience for happy brides and grooms and their families, which you can read about in this issue. If you’re “all in” for Vermont beer and cheese, as many of the visitors to our state are, take a look at the suggestions that our friends at Cabot Creamery and Long Trail Brewery have provided for pairing beer and cheese for a tasting. “Cheers to beer and cheese” highlights delicious cheddars and a variety of beer types.
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welcome And last but not least, an interview with our activities director and project manager will fill you in on the FunZone 2.0, our recently opened $4 million facility comprising 26,000 square feet of indoor play space. If you’ve stayed at Smugglers’ before, you’ll find that the FunZone 2.0 offers more than double the play area of our old FunZone. Even more important, the FunZone 2.0 appeals to a wider range of ages, with a space dedicated to younger kids to enjoy physical activity and creative play and a second area that focuses on providing plenty of excitement for ages 9 and older with laser tag, a climbing wall, a warrior challenge course, and more. Are you ready to race, climb, bounce, and play? We appreciate that you chose Smugglers’ for your family vacation. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to support an enjoyable, relaxing, and comfortable vacation experience for you and your family. Guest of One service that responds to your vacation needs — that is our commitment to you. We want you back!
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“Their brioche French toast is heavenly and Benedict fantastic. What an event!
— Hearth & Candle Yelp review
Perhaps your road less traveled meanders through the wooded forest, winds onto the pool deck, or bumps along a mountain bike pump track. No matter where your road will take you, morning is a time to fuel up for the fun that lies ahead. Those few hours before the day gets rolling are leisurely and contemplative — as well as precious. Before you embark upon your journey, feed your day, and feed your soul. Daily breakfast possibilities, just down the hill in Jeffersonville, include 158 Main, the Family Table, and the Broken Yoke; 158 Main and the Family Table feature brunch on weekends. Located in Smugglers’ Notch Resort Village, Morse Mountain Grille offers breakfast daily and the Hearth & Candle serves brunch.
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18-hole, challenging, mountainside course • gravel paths locally owned & operated • restaurant & bar • no tee times necessary
Rates: Monday - Thursday, greens fee plus cart for 2: $35/per person (+ tax) Friday - Sunday & Holidays, greens fee plus cart for 2: $40/per person (+ tax)
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Directions from Smugglers’: turn right out of Smugglers’ entrance on to Route 108 North. Stay on Route 108 through the town of Bakersfield. Go approximately 1.5 miles and bear right on the Boston Post Road. Travel .5 miles and the Clubhouse is on the right. Closest course to Smugglers’, approximately 30 minutes. 18 • explore
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Resourcing the energy to jump into the driver’s seat of your Smugglers’ Notch vacation day is important, but breakfast in the region is also irresistible. Vermont-style mornings take on the popular dining classics, unusual local specialties appear on the menu, and unexpected restaurant character can be found at every turn. Breakfast offers you the opportunity to root yourself in your day, while you root yourself in Vermont. Breakfast wouldn’t be the most important meal without traditional favorites. Here in Smugglers’ Notch, restaurants have made an anthem out of Eggs Benedict. Building from the basic poached egg with ham on an English muffin topped with lemon-creamy Hollandaise sauce, these classic breakfast dishes take on a whole new meaning. The Family Table replaces the traditional buttery Hollandaise with a more cheesy Mornay sauce, served Benedict-style three ways with spinach and
Swiss cheese, bacon and tomato, or house-made sausage patties, country gravy, and a biscuit. At 158 Main, traditional Benedicts grow into those decked out with spinach Florentine and Swiss cheese, Irish corned beef hash, southern madefrom-scratch sausage gravy, and the coastal flair of crab cakes. Onions and mushrooms accompany the spinach Florentine Benedict at the Broken Yoke, and lump crab makes an appearance along with asparagus in the Oscar. Up the hill, the Morse Mountain Grille goes traditional all the way with the straight-up ham and Hollandaise Benedict; it complements the Grille’s Harvest Benedict which is loaded with spinach, portabella mushrooms and sliced tomatoes for the veggie-lovers in the group. The Hearth & Candle’s Benedict heads to the Far East, featuring a Thai green curry crab cake and red chili pepper Hollandaise.
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‘NEVER EAT A PANCAKE BIGGER THAN YOUR HEAD!’ The pancakes were hot, fluffy, delicious, and HUGE.”
— Broken Yoke Yelp review
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If the mountain restaurant breakfast theme song belts out the Benedicts, hash — made with corned beef as well as other ingredients — is the chorus. The Family Table’s home-ground beef is made into traditional hash with the addition of potatoes. 158 Main pairs its hash with full dishes; in the classic, cheeky 158 Main fashion, it’s also available as a “side of BS.” Egg yolks abound at the Broken Yoke, often accompanied by hash that is created on site from an entire side of beef. In a vegetarian twist, the Hearth & Candle features roasted beet and kale hash, finished with potatoes and caramelized onions and served with eggs. French toast is another breakfast classic that has taken hold in Smugglers’ Notch. Dressed in Vermont-made maple syrup, of course, the Family Table’s French toast begins with a croissant, stuffed with raspberry cream cheese. Nutty maple praline distinguishes the Broken Yoke’s French toast, accompanied by fresh fruit and whipped cream. Kids love the French toast breaded in crushed Frosted Flakes at Morse Mountain Grille, but at 158 Main (just to prove French toast can be a decidedly adult choice) a homemade baguette doubles as the toast, dipped in Grand Marnier egg wash with vanilla bean. When you eat like a local, you can experience the real flavor of the region while on vacation. Through generations, Vermonters have been baking with locally-ground flour, harvesting produce, gathering eggs, and creaming dairy products. The Family Table sources some produce from nearby Valley Dream Farm and buys mushrooms from area foragers. In the summer, half of 158 Main’s produce comes from nearby farms, and six different kinds of housemade breads emerge daily from 158 Main’s vintage Middleby-Marshall conveyor oven. Made with local King Arthur flour, among the flavors are maple wheat and honey oat. Morse Mountain Grille sources its coffee locally, as well as its cage-free eggs and Cabot cheese products, and Hearth & Candle also makes the most of artisan cheeses, meats, and breads. Local maple syrup is both the norm — and the never-ending delight — of all the area restaurants. As you contemplate eating around the block, there are other surprises just around the corner. Here in Vermont, we’ve come to expect the unexpected. Often first borne of utility, passion, and perhaps a very long snowy winter, it’s not unusual to come upon, well, the unusual. At the Family Table, you can enjoy breakfast in a red barn-like post-andbeam building with a screened-in porch, and when you can’t possibly fit any more, your scraps are explore • 21
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bound for farmers’ plump and happy pigs. The massive steel baking oven at 158 Main has been there since 1952 and is surrounded by tables for patrons. 158 Main was originally a textile mill and then a hardware store; built in 1892, it may be the only place in the world where you can dine next to the counter where just hours before, the baker kneaded, proofed, and finally baked his dough during the night shift. Morning breaks bright and early at the Broken Yoke, where the sun illuminates walls of local art in the indoor dining space which doubles as a gallery, while cherry and lemon trees flourish on the expansive patio. Not to be outdone, the Morse Mountain Grille hosts entertainer Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate, who pops into breakfast on Fridays, and the Hearth & Candle features views of the restaurant’s delightful front garden. Eggs Benedict, hash, and French toast are the clear winners in this Vermont mountain breakfast banter. With the usual additions of omelets, toast, baked goods, dinner plate-sized pancakes, eggs every which way, and a surprise or two, it’s hard to go wrong with breakfast in Smugglers’ Notch and Jeffersonville. From popular to eclectic to Vermont-style twists on old favorites, dining out in the morning can be as much as an adventure as the road that lies ahead: your vacation road less traveled. Born and raised in southern New England, Vicky Parra Tebbetts drifted north, eventually making her way to Vermont. A freelance writer with a passion for the Green Mountains, she spends most of her work time playing with words. She comes from a long line of French toast eaters; however she and her 10-year-old daughter are all about the Benedicts. Hiker, swimmer, and swinger of birches, Vicky and her family plan breakfast adventures from their farm, located in Cabot on the road less traveled.
Egg-cited for breakfast? FAMILY TABLE 4807 VT-15, Jeffersonville 802.644.8920 158 MAIN 158 Main Street, Jeffersonville 802.644.8100 BROKEN YOKE 55 Church Street, Jeffersonville 802.644.6371 MORSE MOUNTAIN GRILLE 4323 VT-108 South, Smugglers’ Notch Resort 802.644.1247 HEARTH & CANDLE 4323 VT-108 South, Smugglers’ Notch Resort 802.644.8090
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Is it wedging your weary body against the perfect rock seat and letting the warm sun soak into your bones? Is it indulging in gulp after sweet gulp from your water bottle? Is it looking out over the world and tracing the patchwork of colors across the towns below? How about the summit breeze that carries the gentle scent of spruce? Or maybe closing your eyes and getting lost in the song of a solitary White-throated Sparrow? Perhaps it’s this full sensory buffet that leaves us feeling refreshed and connected — it’s the change in perspective, the opportunity to take in the world through a different lens. No matter what distance traveled, duration of hike, or choice of trail, engaging as many of your senses as possible is a great way to connect with your surroundings. Every trail offers infinite opportunities for sensory exploration, even if you only have a little time or you aren’t looking for a huge hike. The trick is to get to know each moment, rather than just walk right through them. Take, for example, a shady stretch of trail that meanders along a brook at the edge of Smugglers’ Village. It has all your picturesque “naturey” essentials: big trees, flowing water, and plenty of trailside greenery. Nice spot, right? But to get the most from your woods wanderings, take a moment to explore it further. How many different shades of green can you count? How does the texture of the bark differ from one tree to the next? How about variations on the same tree? Is there a noticeable change in temperature of the brookside rocks as they get closer to the water? Try changing your posture — if you put your head inches from the ground, what do you notice? How would you describe the smell of the earth? What’s it like to have a bug’s-eye view of the world? Close your eyes — how many different sounds can you identify?
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LOOKING FOR A SHORT WALK FOR SOME YOUNGER EXPLORERS? Check out the Langlauf trail. Starting just across the bridge from the Tennis Center, you will find the first of six signs along the river. Each sign shares information about Vermont’s local creatures. In addition, each sign encourages sensory exploration through questions and activities.
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Taking the time to explore and make some observations will not only enhance your time in the woods, but may also lead to some exciting discoveries. At first glance, a decaying tree by the side of the trail might seem rather lifeless. But explore closer. What happens to the texture of the wood as it begins to decompose? How many different types of fungus can you see? (A note of caution: look but don’t touch! Fungus are decomposers and crucial to a healthy forest, but many are harmful to humans.) Perhaps there are tracks in the bark, evidence that bugs are feasting and settling. Perhaps there are chiseled holes in the trunk, the diligent work of woodpeckers seeking out the bugs. Is there any other evidence of animals that might be using the tree for food or shelter? How much space did the canopy of the tree occupy? Now that the tree is no longer blocking light from reaching the ground, what other plants are benefiting with their new access to sunlight? The woods are dynamic and have infinite stories to share. So whether you’re trekking to some alpine vistas or exploring the variety of trails on site at Smugglers’, take a moment in your hike to observe, engage your senses, and explore your world through a different lens. Marissa Saltzman has spent many years working in outdoor environmental education in Massachusetts and as a Nordic instructor and hiking guide at Smugglers’. She moved to Jeffersonville full time in the fall and has been enjoying
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Check out the Resort Information Guide for our daily guided walks,“wikes,” and hikes. With something for every age and ability, these outings are a great way to meet other hikers, learn more about local history and ecology, and check out some trails at Smugglers’ as well as in the surrounding mountains.
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CONVENIENTLY LOCATED only 10 minutes from Smugglers’ Notch Resort. We are a family owned and operated horseback riding facility that has been in business for over 25 years. We are the only horseback riding facility open 7 days a week all year long, with something for everyone — from the first time rider, to the family ride, to a faster paced private ride. We can custom fit a tour for you and your family. We offer ½, 1, 1½ hour rides.
Our family and experienced staff are looking forward to making your horseback ride a memorable experience!
Reservations & Info: 802.644.5347 WWW.lajoiestables.com Reservations are required • Visa/MC accepted Open 7 days a week, all year long
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Something Old, Something New Saying I
Do in a Wedding Barn
“Let’s get married.” “Yes. Let’s.” Once that decision has been made, the next big question is “Where?” For many couples, the answer will be “In Vermont. Where else?” Green or snow-covered hills, sinuous rivers, and valleys punctuated with tidy, white-clapboarded villages and neat farms offer spectacular settings. There’s also the state’s longtime reputation for hospitality. But most importantly, “There’s a connection to the state, whether their family lives here or not,” says Steven Cook, Deputy Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. “These couples want to make this commitment here in the state. Often it’s the bride and groom who attract and bring their families here.”
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The Barn at Boyden Farm glows with twinkling lights in preparation for a wedding celebration.
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“It’s about the hard work and pride of sharing our farm on what is
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Jess Finlay and Ben Psaros are a perfect example. Originally from New Hampshire, Finlay came to Vermont to attend Saint Michael’s College. Following graduation, a job offer brought her back. Her husband, Ben Psaros, grew up in Vermont and attended the University of Vermont. When the time came, they chose The Barn at Boyden Farm (also known as The Boyden Barn) for their 2014 wedding. These days, their choice of venue is not unusual. According to Cook, recent years have seen growth in non-traditional wedding spaces such as barns. Indeed, two particularly spectacular wedding barns are located less than ten miles from Smugglers’ Notch Resort. One is The Boyden Barn, the granddaddy of them all. Not only has it been hosting weddings for almost a decade, but the barn itself is over a century old, built when the Boyden family arrived in town in 1914. Although the last milk cows left in 1997, the farm is still active, so the barn is surrounded by a working landscape. This is important to Lauri Boyden, the owner and venue coordinator. She said, “We’ve always really focused on the history and authenticity of what we have to offer,” adding, “It’s about the hard work and pride of sharing our farm on what is the most important day of their lives.” Jess Finlay remembers, “We loved the barn and the fact that there was a ceremony spot with shade/rain cover (the pavilion) on site.”
Weddings at the Boyden Barn offer unique photo opportunities reflecting the site’s long history as a working farm. Pictured are Matt and Kate McCawley at their 2015 wedding at the Boyden Barn.
That pavilion is where Lauri Boyden’s path to wedding coordinator started. Originally built in 1997 for concerts and community events, the pavilion is positioned to frame a bucolic view of the river valley, Cambridge Village, and Sterling Ridge. In 2005 someone asked Boyden if they could get married there. One wedding led to another and another. Soon Boyden began the work of transforming the barn. A commercial kitchen and other amenities were added, but most importantly, the hayloft was transformed into an inviting space of warm wood and soft lighting, furnished with what Finlay described as “gorgeous tables and chairs.”
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If the Boyden Barn is the granddaddy, The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch (The Barn) is the new kid in town, having opened in late summer 2016. The Barn stands where it does, three miles from Smugglers’ Notch Resort, for one reason: “The view,” says owner and operator Steve DePalma. “That’s the number one reason we bought this property.” Zac Smith and Leigh Gregory were able to experience that view firsthand, not long after they moved
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to Jeffersonville. Smith recalls, “We happened to notice The Barn was finishing its build. Steve DePalma was very kind and we found a weekend to have our fall wedding quite conveniently.” The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch is purpose-built, heated, and available year-round. Indeed, DePalma said that in its first winter of operation, in 2016, the venue hosted a December wedding that included an outdoor ceremony and indoor
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Mountain views at The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch are spectacular in all seasons. Grapevines were planted recently to support a new vineyard.
reception. In warmer seasons, a sunny, covered patio offers additional space for an outdoor ceremony or reception spillover. With a full, licensed bar, a full commercial kitchen, an in-house catering staff, and an elegant, crystal-chandeliered bridal suite at the top of the stairs, The Barn caters to couples looking for a high-end modern, yet vernacular venue. The space is light and bright, the pale wood and white
interior set off by touches of glass, iron and stone. The package is so total that in 2017 The Barn received a Wedding Wire Couple’s Choice Award, putting them in the top five Wedding Wire venues in their first year of operation. As beautiful as they are, these wedding barns lack one key component: guest accommodations. As destination weddings stretch to three- and even four-day weekends, those facilities are
crucial. Enter Smugglers’ Notch Resort. “We have partnerships with The Barn at Boyden Farm, The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch, and The Mansfield Barn in Jericho,” said Rob Aiken, Sales Director for Group Vacations. Aiken explained, “We provide all types of lodging, from studio to four or five bedroom homes, and everything in between.” Lodging availability was especially important to Smith and Gregory. Smith remembers, “We had wedding
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A potpourri of wedding festivities. Top center and bottom right - The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch. A view of the celebration hall from the balcony outside the bridal suite, a portion of the fully appointed bridal suite. Bottom left and top right - The Barn at Boyden Farm. A view of the interior prepared for a reception, a view of the dance floor as a wedding party gathers around the bride and groom. 44 • explore
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guests coming in from all over the world. It was comforting to know that they were going to have the accommodations that they deserved.” Those accommodations include a Notch Card for all the facilities and amenities, including the new FunZone 2.0 family entertainment center. The resort can provide a variety of wedding-related services, from handing out welcome bags to guests to arranging activities for them. These might include a zipline tour, taking on FunZone 2.0’s Ninja Warrior course, a hike to Sterling Pond, or something that remains one of Finlay’s favorite memories of the night before her wedding: “In a little notch in the woods, approximately 50 of our wedding guests gathered for a massive bonfire.” Add rehearsal dinners (everything from beer and pizzas to fine dining at the Hearth & Candle), day-after brunches, transportation (school buses are particularly popular for guests), and — between the barns and the resort — all things wedding are taken care of. The bride and groom can enjoy their big day. Finlay clearly did. “I wouldn’t change anything,” she said. “Best day ever.” That’s what every couple hopes for. Freelance writer and editor Katherine Quimby Johnson is a Vermont native and a 28-year resident of Cambridge. She holds an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts and teaches in Champlain College’s Professional Writing Program. Article photos by: Bruce Morrissey, Portrait Gallery and Steve DePalma.
The Barn at Boyden Farm www.boydenbarn.com The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch www.barnatsmuggs.com The Mansfield Barn www.Mansfieldbarn.com explore • 45
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If you like pizza, you’ll love
’ Located just 12 minutes away from Smugglers’, Angelina’s Restaurant has been family owned since 1985. Serving quality homemade brick-oven pizza, subs and calzones. All our dough and sauces are made fresh daily.
Menus available at the Smugglers’ Notch Guest Service Desk.
802-644-2011 Eat in or take out. Delivery available when permitted. www.angelinaspizza.net
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THE PERFECT PAIR.
Beer and cheese pairings are a match made in heaven in the state of Vermont, where delicious and award-winning cheeses abound, and a wide range of locally crafted beers are much appreciated by local fans as well as visitors. There are numerous opportunities at restaurants and special events to sample beer and cheese combinations. You’re likely to find restaurant staff and chefs enthusiastically promoting their favorite pairing. If you’d like to enjoy a beer and cheese tasting in the comfort of your Smuggs condominium while on vacation or once you return home, read on. Long Trail Brewery and Cabot Creamery Cooperative share their expertise so that you can create your own delicious pairings. Long Trail has been creating craft beer since 1989, and evolving their family of ales to continually innovate and respond to craft beer tastes and interests. Known as the maker of the “world’s best cheddar,” Cabot Creamery Cooperative has been in continuous operation in Vermont since 1919. The cooperative of 1,100 dairy farm families also offers yogurt, dip, cottage cheese, and butter. A bit of pairing 101 first, courtesy of Cabot Creamery. There are two main types of beers: lagers and ales. Ales include all beers with the name ale in them, as well as porters, stouts, and wheat beers. Lagers consist of pilsners, bocks, dopplebocks, and Oktoberfest, among others. Ales are generally more robust in flavor and typically pair well with a mild cheddar. Lager’s more lively flavor can be best balanced by full flavored cheddars with plenty of character. However, as with all tastings, pairings are definitely a matter of individual preference. You might like to team up the more robust cheeses and beers, or lean toward a milder cheddar pairing with the lively lager. The fun is in experimenting to see what you like.
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TASTE BUDS READY? Take a look at four pairings of Long Trail’s signature beers and Cabot’s most popular cheddars.
Long Trail Ale & Vermont Sharp
Green Blaze IPA & Seriously Sharp
BEER PROFILE: Medium-bodied with complex caramel notes balanced by an earthy hop presence.
BEER PROFILE: A hoppy landscape of tropical fruit, resin and pine with a light biscuit malt backdrop.
CHEDDAR PROFILE: A creamy, smooth texture and a slightly acidic taste. Nuances of sweetness are balanced with a rich buttery tang.
CHEDDAR PROFILE: Seriously Sharp Cheddar will turn a cheddar lover into a cheddar enthusiast. Brace yourself for the intensely tangy, nutty, and complex flavor that this cheddar has to offer.
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Unearthed Stout & Farmhouse Reserve
Cranberry Gose & White Oak Cheddar
BEER PROFILE: Notes of coffee, chocolate and roast are balanced by a subtle hop profile buried beneath layers of roasted malts.
BEER PROFILE: Fresh pressed cranberry juice, coriander and a splash of salt create a refreshingly tart, fruity and effervescent ale.
CHEDDAR PROFILE: A bold and creamy Lactose-Free Extra Sharp Cheddar with a Northeast bite! This cheese delivers lush and rich taste in a mellow, well-defined, slightly crumbly body.
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If snack size isn’t enough, try this beer and cheese pairing for a bigger bite
Beer-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Charred Corn Cheddar Relish Ingredients Marinade: • 1 (12-ounce) bottle Long Trail Ale • 1/2 cup maple syrup • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper • 2 “natural” pork tenderloins (about 2 pounds total)
Relish: • 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen corn kernels, thawed) • 1/2 cup finely diced jarred roasted red bell peppers • 1/2 cup finely diced Cabot Sharp Cheddar • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions To Make Pork: 1. In a bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients; pour into large plastic zip-close bag and add pork tenderloins, turning to coat. Let marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight. 2. Remove tenderloins from marinade, shaking off excess. Preheat one side of gas grill or prepare coals on one side of charcoal grill (high heat). When hot, place tenderloins directly over heat, turning 1/4 turn until browned on all 4 sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. 3. Transfer tenderloins to indirect portion of grill; close lid of grill or tent with heavy foil or inverted foil roasting pan and continue cooking until only slightly pink in center and 145°F on instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part, 3 to 5 minutes longer. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes for juices to settle. Cut tenderloin into thick slices and serve with Charred Corn Cheddar Relish. To Make Relish: 1. Place large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When skillet is hot, add corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until corn is nicely browned, about 2 minutes (be prepared for some to pop out of skillet). 2. Transfer corn to bowl. When cool, add remaining ingredients and combine well. Serve spooned on top of sliced pork.
Visit the Smugglers’ Country Store to find Long Trail beer and Cabot Creamery cheddar. Enjoy your tasting! Visit longtrail.com to become acquainted with the Long Trail family of ales, and to find directions to Long Trail’s brewery, restaurant, and shop alongside the Ottauquechee River in Bridgewater Corners, Vermont. Visit cabotcheese.coop to learn more about Cabot Creamery’s cheeses and other dairy products, the cooperative’s farm families, and their sustainable farming practices, and to check out a wide range of recipes.
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Have you and your family visited the FunZone 2.0 yet? This Summer marks the first full season for this new family entertainment center. What does 2.0 mean? Simple — the new facility represents the next generation in family fun, setting the bar high by doubling (at least!) the number and variety of activities enjoyed by families at the resort’s beloved original FunZone. To get the scoop, the Explore Smuggs team checked in with activities director Stacey Comishock and FZ 2.0 project manager Joel Chaudoir.
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Explore Smuggs: Joel, as the project
manager, can you give us a bit of the back story – the decision making and planning that went into the creation of FunZone 2.0?
Joel Chaudoir: Smugglers’ has had a FunZone, our version of an indoor family entertainment center, for nearly 20 years. The resort took over an air supported structure or “bubble” in 1997 that had been used for indoor tennis and converted it to the FunZone. It was one-of-a-kind in the world of destination family resorts, a place for families to gather and play on inflatable slides, an obstacle course, and bouncy houses, and play games like ping pong, and more. It became an integral part of the Smuggs brand. In fact, the original FunZone was so popular over the years that eventually a new facility was needed. For the past two years a multi-department team at Smuggs has been researching and planning. We knew that we were going to need some big interior spaces because none of what was being planned was small. Our only option was to go to a two story building so we could stay in a similar foot print yet double our square footage to 26,000 square feet. We added mezzanines and skywalks to allow the different spaces to interact, and between the sky walks and through the mezzanines, climbing
walls and the other elements protrude almost up to the building roof. The end result is dramatic, and allows visitors to view play from anywhere in the building. There’s also space for parties and events — two event rooms with a removable wall to accommodate larger groups. Envisioned as the “next dimension in Family Fun,” the design was to be completely unique in the family vacations world and have recreation opportunities for ages 2 to 92.
Explore Smuggs: That’s quite the age range!
Stacey, you had been receiving feedback for a while that our guests were looking for activities that would keep the whole family entertained, correct?
Stacey Comishock: That’s true. The old FunZone
was great for the 12 and under crowd. We dreamed up a facility that would include the best of FunZone 1.0, but added features like laser tag, a full arcade with real redemption, a climbing wall, ninja course, a Smuggs themed slot car race track and more to captivate and entertain folks of all ages. We planned the elements from FunZone 1.0 to go upstairs, in the Ozone, which includes an even bigger inflatable obstacle course than folks enjoyed in the old FunZone, plus an 18' inflatable giant slide, ping pong, shuffle board, mini golf and more. Also in the Ozone, visitors can find the
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“Littles’ Loft” for children 8 and under. The Littles’ Loft includes a bouncy house, inflatable pirate ship, large interactive building blocks, art tables, a country store and more. It’s all about imaginative and creative play. The country store is custom built for Smugglers’ and has the look of a traditional Vermont general store, with baskets for shopping for pretend veggies and other food, a cash register, and a mailbox for pretend letters.
Joel: Downstairs there’s a 2,000
square foot arcade with redemption games, a Lazer Frenzy game and a 3,500 square foot multi-level laser tag arena. The Go Zone, also downstairs, has a 30' totally transparent climbing wall with 6 belays, and a two lane Smuggs warrior course. The Leap of Faith is a 30' tower with a platform at 18' feet above the floor. The object is to climb up to the platform and then leap out to a large bag and
hold on! No worries — you are on an auto belay that lowers you slowly back to earth. My five year old digs the Leap, Lazer Frenzy, and Ninja course — in that order. Our custom slot car track is a true work of art. The track has four lanes and is about 75 feet long. It weaves through a replica of Smugglers’ village and mountains with moving ski lifts, a sugar house, and the Smugglers’ Notch main entrance sign. That’s where my three year old would stay all day if he could. We thought about all this fun and activity making families hungry and thirsty, so they’ll conveniently find the ReFuel Café right in the building. ReFuel has sandwiches, salads, pizza, snacks, and 10 flavors of soft serve creemees, including Vermont Maple. There are also a variety of beverages, as well as beer and wine. Tables and seating are scattered throughout the building, so you can take your food and drink with you as you watch your family play.
Explore Smuggs: Joel, can you also share a bit about the “green” features of the building? These features certainly underscore the resort’s continued commitment to environmental leadership.
Joel: FunZone 2.0 utilizes state of
the art technologies for heating and cooling that exceed energy code. The building is so tight – with insulation meeting or exceeding energy code - that we were able to heat the entire facility through the winter using only one temporary heater, with one back up. Since the building is new, any performance information would be from modeling only at this point. We’re pleased that modeling does forecast positive results, such as a significant reduction in propane usage and
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10 percent less equivalent on electrical load with LED lighting. There is water efficiency also, as all plumbing utilizes high end low flow fixtures. Visitors can find charging stations for electric cars in the parking lot. Our end goal that we are currently working toward is for FunZone 2.0, including the ReFuel Café, to be solar powered.
HOURS OF OPERATION THE OZONE Mon - Fri 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sat & Sun 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Explore Smuggs: As activities director, the goal of responding to our guests’ feedback for a facility that satisfies a wider age span has been on your radar for years, Stacey. How does it feel to have FunZone 2.0 available for Smugglers’ guests?
Stacey: Families, mine included, know the “let’s go/let’s stay” dilemma, when some family members don’t like an activity and want to go, and others do like the activity and want to stay. The FunZone resolves that dilemma because there’s something for everyone — Joel mentioned “ages 2 to 92.” We’re hearing from families that they’re blown away by the number of activity options. It’s great fun to see multiple generations enjoying the same space.
GO ZONE Mon - Fri 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sat & Sun 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Arcade/Laser Tag Sun - Thurs 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Fri & Sat 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Phone: Main Desk, extension 1271 Ozone Desk, extension 1273
THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE ... ages 2 to 92.
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chowtime The Morse Mountain Grille in the Resort Village has it all: breakfast, lunch, cocktails, and dinner. Breakfast mountainside is a morning favorite with bountiful selections of pancakes, signature French toast, meats, baked goods, fruit, and omelets. You’ll also find quick selections to pick up and take with you, like the generously sized and delicious homemade maple cinnamon roll. Families will enjoy the Friendly Pirate dinner on Wednesdays and breakfast on Fridays with special guests Mogul Mouse and Billy Bob Bear. Marko the Magician performs tableside magic during dinners on Tuesday evenings. Lunch includes appetizers and a wide selection of sandwiches, soups, entrée salads, specialty grilled pizzas, and burgers. In the afternoon, relax in the Pub with a beverage and munchies. Enjoy a family-pleasing dinner menu until 9:00 pm. Be sure to check out the selection of wines by the glass, the Little Smuggs Fun Menu for children, and the great dessert selection. If you don’t have room for a slice of the Vermont Maple Cheesecake after you eat your dinner, take a piece back to your condominium for a treat later — you’ll be glad you did! Extension 1247. You can’t come to Vermont without eating Ben & Jerry’s ice cream! We make it easy for you – the Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop at Smuggs is located in the Village Lodge and is open daily from 12:00 noon until 10:00 pm. Tempt your taste buds with a selection of ice cream flavors, sorbets, and low fat frozen yogurt in cones, sundaes, or shakes. More than 15 unique and fun flavors to choose from … try a different flavor each day of your stay! Extension 1303. Riga-Bello’s, a taste of Italy in northern Vermont! Enjoy pizzas with traditional toppings as well as combinations unique to Smugglers’ … try the Garden Path calzone, named after a popular meandering trail on Morse Mountain. This calzone offers the garden goodness of mushrooms, green peppers, broccoli, and red onion. Also serving pizzas, pasta, meatball subs, salads, and more. Open daily for evening dine-in or take-out 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Join the Friendly Pirate and Resort mascots Billy Bob Bear and Mogul Mouse for a pizza party on Friday evenings. Extension 1142. Lunch at the Green Mountain Deli features freshly made sandwiches, salads, vegetarian options, and specials daily. Cookies, muffins, and other treats satisfy anyone needing a sweet snack. The Green Mountain Deli is located in the Village Lodge and is open daily from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm. Extension 1141. The Mountainside Cabana allows you to maximize your sunning time by offering a selection of goodies at the Mountainside Pool. Visit the Cabana for beverages, snacks, light fare, ice cream, and full bar service. Try a special margarita, frozen drink, or ice cold Vermont microbrewed beer. Open daily 11:00 am until 5:00 pm. Extension 5014. Heading to the FunZone 2.0? Have a bite to eat at the ReFuel Café while you’re there, offering a variety of sandwiches, salads, pizza, snacks, drinks, beer, and wine. Satisfy your sweet tooth by choosing from 10 flavors of soft serve ice cream (creemees) including Vanilla, Vermont Maple, and 8 flavorburst flavors that can be added to the Vanilla. Dine in or call for take-out. Open daily 11:30 am until 8:30 pm.
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The Hearth & Candle restaurant
Enjoy the Hearth & Candle’s cozy atmosphere for casual family dinners, or quiet white-tablecloth dining for adults only in the Birch Room. Our complete dinner menu features steaks, chicken, fresh fish, and seafood. And, we serve local organically grown vegetables and salads, and we’ll tempt you with a delicious selection of homemade desserts. A full-service bar and extensive wine list will complement your dining experience, or you can relax with a cocktail at our cozy bar.
Located in the heart of Smugglers’ Village — the whole family is invited, we have a complete children’s menu, too!
Daily 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm 802.644.1260 Reservations Recommended for dinner
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Join us for brunch on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9am - 1pm. Enjoy locally sourced, creative brunch options and cocktail menu.
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The Hearth & Candle serves dinner nightly in a cozy setting right in the center of Smugglers’ Village. Seasonal menu items with locally sourced ingredients include an innovative selection of beef, poultry, and fish. After dinner, satisfy your sweet tooth with a triple chocolate truffle cake, cheesecake, or Vermont apple crisp. New this summer, the Hearth will offer a brunch and cocktails menu highlighting locally sourced ingredients on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Dining rooms available for family friendly and adults only dining. Children’s menu available. Open for dinner nightly 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm. Extension 1260. Located just down the mountain from the Resort, the Brewster River Pub & Brewery offers hearty pub-style fare in a casual atmosphere perfect for hanging out after
a summer day filled with fun activities. A section of the menu entitled “Smaller Appetites” caters to munchers young and old with items like sliders, grilled cheese, chicken tenders, mozzarella sticks, and more. Appetizers include traditional favorites such as chicken wings, nachos, potato skins, and more unique flavors such as Southwestern egg rolls. There are a variety of burgers and sandwiches, all served with a side of hand-cut fries. Entrées include beef, seafood, and barbecue selections. Soups and salads with homemade dressings complete the menu. Enjoy a wide selection of local beers, in addition to the pub’s own craft beers. Nightly chalkboard specials and live music. Open daily. (802) 644-6366
week, Martell’s offers family dining in the evenings, with late night pub fare on Fridays and Saturdays, and a special brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays. The menu features a delicious array of appetizers, burgers, salads, soups, and entrées. Children’s menu available. (802) 644-5060.
Just down the road, Martell’s at the Red Fox is a family restaurant and lively music hall. Open seven days a
158 Main Restaurant and Bakery is housed in the historic Windridge Farms Building, located in downtown
Located in downtown Jeffersonville just minutes from Smugglers’ in the historic Smugglers’ Notch Inn, the Village Tavern serves hearty pub-style appetizers, soups, salads, and entrées nightly. Enjoy the casual atmosphere indoors or comfortable seating in the outdoor courtyard, and a meal that will top off your day with flavor and substance. Childrens’ menu available. (802) 644-6765.
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Jeffersonville. There is literally nothing missing at 158 Main, with full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus, all of which encompass everything from classic favorites to diverse specials sure to tempt every palate. 158 Main also offers an extensive bakery selection of breads, pies, cookies, and the baker’s daily surprises. So whether you are looking for a before-hiking breakfast, relaxed lunch, wonderful dinner, or the perfect dessert to cap your day, 158 has it all! (802) 644-8100. Above 158 Main, the Jeffersonville Pizza Department serves pizza, pasta, wings, and salads daily. Eat in or take out. Open Wednesday through Sunday. (802) 644-5550. The Family Table at the intersection of Route 108 and 15 in Jeffersonville has a loyal following who give rave reviews to its innovative menu and use of high quality fresh ingredients. Tops on the list of recommendations are the buttermilk fried chicken, shrimp scampi with lemon and capers, and beef dishes such as the in-house dry aged ribeye. Serving lunch and dinner
Thursday through Monday with breakfast menu on weekends. Extensive wine list and full bar. Children’s menu available. (802) 644-8920 A fixture in Cambridge since 1985, Angelina’s offers quality homemade Italian pizza, pasta, subs, calzones, and breads. Try the steak bomb — steak, mushrooms, onions, and peppers — as a pizza or hot sub. (802) 644-2011. In Johnson, east of Smugglers’ on Route 15, the Downtown Pizzeria and Pub is a full-service eatery offering quality homemade food with family-friendly value. Everything is made from scratch, including the most popular item on the menu, the hand-breaded fried mozzarella triangles with marinara and balsamic reduction. Choose from entrées such as ziti with vodka sauce, chicken parmesan, and of course, pizza, New York-style. The Vermonter specialty pie features chicken, apples, ham, a cheddar/mozzarella blend, alfredo sauce, and a maple drizzle. Enjoy a full bar with 10 beers on tap, a pool table, darts, and acoustic music. (802) 635-7626.
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Located in downtown Morrisville’s historic train station, 10 Railroad Street specializes in pub fare with a sophisticated twist. Enjoy steaks, prime rib, clams, fish, burgers, sandwiches, macaroni & cheese, and more — the varied menu changes seasonally. Local beers, a selection of wines, and specialty cocktails complement your meal. Open daily. (802) 888-2277. The Sunset Grille and Tap Room is a family restaurant & sports bar serving down home cooking including steaks, ribs, burgers, seafood, wings and more in a casual and friendly atmosphere. The tap room features 30 televisions, including 6 big screens & satellite TV. Bar munchies are available until midnight every day. Outdoor dining on Sunset Grille’s secluded patio, plus tiki bar, horseshoes, and volleyball May-September. Located on Cottage Club Road just off Route 108 in Stowe. Open 7 days for lunch & dinner 11:30 am – 2:00 am. Children’s menu available. (802) 253-9281. The Essex Outlets & Cinema, located about 25 minutes driving time from Smugglers’, features several dining choices to complement a shopping excursion or movie. Consider the Oriental Wok or Sukho Thai’s fresh and exotic flavors to tempt your taste buds. Independent bookseller Phoenix Books’
cozy café serves hot and cold beverages, light lunch selections, and sweet treats. Sweet Clover Market offers freshly made soups, salads, and sandwiches to go or to eat in their casual eating area. (802) 878-2851 (outlet center information line). If you’d rather dine in, visit the Smugglers’ Country Store for all your grocery staples like bread, meat, vegetables, fruit, and beverages. The store stocks a wide variety of Vermont specialty items such as jams and syrups from Butternut Mountain Farm in nearby Johnson and delicious Lake Champlain Chocolates. The store also carries a selection of gluten-free products. The Perk offers espresso, cappuccino, lattes, chai tea, and mochas both hot and cold, plus a variety of fresh fruit smoothies, iced tea, and lemonade. Choose from a variety of morning pastries and fresh baked goods prepared locally. On Jeffersonville’s Main Street is The Farm Store, offering a variety of fresh organic produce and natural foods, plus cleaning and personal products and more. Open daily. (802) 644-9463.
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events calendar
Your guide to events at the resort and in the area
JUNE
JULY
14-17 Stowe Theatre Guild presents “Chicago,” a
4 Independence Day! Smugglers’ Notch Resort and Jeffersonville. An old-fashioned July 4th celebration in Jeffersonville with a parade at 10:00 am, carnival with games and vendors, kids’ games, live entertainment, and food. Don’t forget the world famous frog jumping contest!
musical based on the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins. In roaring twenties Chicago, chorus girl Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap … until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “merry murderess,” Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight. Additional performances June 21-24, June 28-30 and July 1. For tickets and additional information, visit www.stowetheatre.com or call 802-253-3961. 17 Rattling Brook Bluegrass Festival. The 32nd
anniversary of this popular event. Multiple bands play from midday into the evening at the Belvidere town pavilion on Route 109. Admission $15 at the gate, 12 & under free. Music from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Rain or shine. 21 Smugglers’ celebrates the longest day of the year with the Summer Solstice party! Celebrations begin with an early morning Sunrise Yoga session and continue with evening performances by Cirque De Fuego, Vermont’s premiere fire performers, and Jeh Kulu Drum Theater! The evening rounds off with a round of Glow Disc Golf on the Village 9 course under a spectacular fireworks display in front of the beautiful backdrop of the Green Mountains!
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And back at Smugglers’ ... Starting at 5:00 pm, the Resort hosts a tasty Firemen’s Barbecue on the Green with proceeds benefiting the local fire department. Rockin’ Ron Carter is your host on the Village Green with music for all ages from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Vermont National Guard 40th Army Band plays their mix of classic favorites and patriotic tunes beginning at 8:00 pm. At dusk, enjoy the spectacular fireworks against the backdrop of the Green Mountains. It’s a full day of celebration! 7-9 The 31st annual Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival.
More than 25 colorful balloons will be launched over the course of the weekend. Balloon rides and tethered rides available. Children’s activities, live entertainment, beer and wine garden, and food. Stoweflake Resort and Spa in Stowe, Route 108. www.stoweflake.com
14-15 Waterbury Block Party and Arts Festival.
Festivities Friday night feature live music in a street party atmosphere, and Saturday highlights highquality, original artwork from more than 80 exhibitors and entertainment. www.waterburyartsfest.com
19-22 Stowe Theatre Guild presents “Dogfight,” It’s
Nov. 21, 1963. On the eve of their deployment to a small but growing conflict in Southeast Asia, three young Marines set out for one final boys’ night of debauchery, partying and maybe a little trouble. Additional performances July 26-29 and August 2-5. For tickets and additional information, visit www.stowetheatre.com or call 802-253-396. 27-30 Lake Champlain Maritime Festival. Commemorating the past, present and future of beautiful Lake Champlain! Lake Champlain maritime exhibits; vintage boat show; U.S. Coast Guard exhibit; live musical performances; kids’ entertainment; food and crafts. On the Burlington Waterfront, from Perkins Pier to the Community Sailing Center. www.lcmfestival.com 28-30 Lamoille County Field Days. Country fair with
horse show, music, food, crafts, livestock exhibition. Johnson. 802-635-7113.
28-29 Stowe Brewers Festival. Celebrate Vermont’s tradition of brewing fine craft beer! This outdoor festival showcases dozens of breweries. Tasting sessions Friday, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Saturday 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Ticket purchases includes 15 samples per session. The festival features live music as well!
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AUGUST 3-6 Franklin County Field Days. Agricultural and 4H displays, cattle show, crafts, games, rides, music, tractor and horse pulling, antique tractor pull, draft horse show, and demolition derby. Airport Road in Highgate. www.franklincountyfielddays.org 11-13 60th Annual Stowe Antique and Classic Car Meet. 800-plus vehicles
on display, parade, automotive flea market, food. Nichols Field, Stowe, Route 100. www.vtauto.org
12 9th Annual Festival of the Arts in Jeffersonville. The Cambridge Arts
Council and the Smugglers’ Notch Area Chamber of Commerce celebrate the creativity and talent of regional artists! Lovely galleries and a wide range of artists display their work along Jeffersonville’s charming Main Street. Children’s activities and live music. Local restaurants offer delicious food for purchase. Parking is available at Cambridge Elementary. Festival hours 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Rain or shine. www.cambridgeartsvt.org
23-26 Stowe Theatre Guild presents “The Addams Family.” Based on characters created by Charles Addams, “The Addams Family” is a musical comedy telling a tale of love between the ultimate princess of darkness and a sweet, smart young man from a “normal” family. Additional shows August 30-September 2 and September 6-9. www.stowetheatre.com or (802) 253-3961 25 - September 3 Champlain Valley Exposition. The Champlain Valley Fair caps the Summer season in Vermont! Vendors, midway rides and games, entertainment, food, agricultural exhibits, nationally recognized performers and more. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction. www.champlainvalleyfair.org or (802) 878-5545
SEPTEMBER 8-10 Burlington’s South End Art Hop is a three-day celebration of the arts. Local businesses and art studios open their doors to showcase over 600 artists’ paintings, sculpture, photography, and much more. This kid friendly event also features Kids’ Hop, food trucks, juried shows, and live music. www.seaba.com 13-16 Green Mountain Disc Golf Championship. Wednesday - Saturday.
The largest disc golf event in New England, the Green Mountain Championship at Smugglers’ Notch Disc Golf Center is back! With cash and prizes of over $40,000 both pro and advanced players from across the country will compete over the course of four days to bring home the Green Mountain Championship! This tournament is a Disc Golf Pro Tour event and a PDGA A-Tier. This event is currently sold out other than some spots in the age 40+ divisions with a waiting list for players in other divisions. Spectators are welcome to watch the action! This will be the last year for the GMC before a year break when Smugglers’ Notch Resort will host the 2018 PDGA Pro Disc Golf World Championship next September!
15-16 FallFest at Smugglers’ Notch. Friday - Sunday. Join us for FallFest, a
weekend celebrating mountain recreation and northern Vermont culture with live music and local food, craft beer, and cider.
15-17 British Invasion. A weekend celebration and salute to the great
British motorcar. Enjoy the cars and visit the market place! Festivities are at the Stowe Events Field just off of Route 108 north of Stowe Village. $15 for two-day general admission. www.britishinvasion.com
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SEPTEMBER continued 15-17 Burlington Book Festival. “Three days of authorized activity!”
Readings from famed authors, family events, demonstrations and workshops. Presentations held at venues in beautiful lakeside Burlington. www.burlingtonbookfestival.com
23-24 Old fashioned Harvest Market. Located in Underhill, Vermont, about 20 minutes from the Resort, the Harvest Market kicks off on Saturday with a small-town parade at 9:00 am. Children’s games, music, Vermont artisans, and delicious food offer fun for all ages. The famous Underhill Clutter Barn and town-wide yard sales yield lots of treasures! 27-October 1 AppleFest at Smugglers’ Notch Resort. Celebrate a fall
favorite — apples! Our third annual AppleFest highlights the traditions of apple growing in Vermont with apple-themed guided walks and free daily transportation provided to local apple orchards for pickyour-own fun. All ages can find fun with diverse activities that include tastings of sweet and hard ciders that introduce the award-winning flavors of Vermont’s cider makers, apple story time, and cider press demonstrations. Savor dining specials at Resort restaurants and samples of Vermont apple specialty foods at Smugglers’ Country Store. An apple a day during Vermont autumn play! 29-30 Stowe Oktoberfest. Stowe’s Event Field on Weeks Hill Road off
Route 108 is transformed into a Bavarian village complete with oompah bands, authentic German foods, freshly brewed Vermont beers, and face painting for the kids. www.stoweoktoberfest.com
29-October1 Lamoille County Players present “The Miracle Worker,” a three-act play by William Gibson, based on Helen Keller’s autobiography. Additional shows October 6-8. www.lcplayers.com 30-October1 Vermont Sheep and Wool Festival. Demonstrations, wool and yarn sales, herding demos, animal barn, children’s activities. Saturday,10:00 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday,10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Fairgrounds, Tunbridge, Vermont. www.vtsheepandwoolfest.com
OCTOBER 6-8 Stowe Foliage Arts Festival. A short drive away through Smugglers’
Notch Pass, 200 arts and crafts exhibitors offer shopping options for all interests — jewelry, home goods, decor, furniture, clothing, food, spirits, maple products, and so much more! Topnotch Field, 3420 Mountain Road (Route 108); watch for the big tent. www.craftproducers.com
NOVEMBER 17-19 The Vermont Handcrafters’ Holiday Fine Craft and Art Show. This
showcase of fine art and crafts produced by our state’s talented artisans is a seasonal tradition in our area! At the Sheraton Conference Center on Route 2/Main Street in Burlington. Friday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, and Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
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