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Brandon Neiderauer, who played the role of Zack Mooneyham in Broadway’s “School of Rock,” will make an appearance with the Joey Leone Trio on Thursday.
Broadway sensation Brandon Niederauer joins Joey Leone to rock the Foundry
Thursday, Feb. 23, 6 p.m.—KILLINGTON—Thirteen-year-old Broadway sensation Brandon Niederauer will join the Joey Leone Trio Thursday, Feb. 23 at The Foundry in Killington for a special one-nightonly appearance. The music begins at 6 p.m. Niederauer appeared in Killington with Leone back in 2014, then a 10-year-old talent. The young guitarist and vocalist with the nickname “Taz” has already built up a solid reputation in the music world and played alongside some of the most prominent musicians of our time. Inspired by his father’s record collection, Niederauer took up guitar at the age of
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eight. Just four years later he was cast as the principle role of guitarist Zack Mooneyham in the Tony Awardnominated Broadway musical, “School of Rock.” Living in New York City has opened the door for Niederauer to play with some of his most idolized musicians. He’s played with members of the Allman Brothers Band, Buddy Guy, Stevie Nicks, Lady Gaga, Slash, Jon Batiste, and many others. Since performing on the Ellen DeGeneres Show at the age of 10, Niederauer has made additional national television appearances on “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert, “Good Morning America,” and “The View.”
He was interviewed by Guitar Player Magazine in February 2016. “To say Brandon—at his age—is a real guitar player, is an understatement,” said Leone. “Seeing a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon like this in an intimate setting will be a memory for life. If it sounds like I’m excited, you’re right.” The Foundry at Summit Pond is located on Killington Road, Killington, and features the talent of Joey Leone every Monday and Thursday night. For more information, visit foundrykillington.com or call 802422-5335.
Living A.D.E. = arts, dining and entertainment This weekly section features a variety of activities, events and entertainment options for visitors and locals alike. Are you hosting an event? Anniversary party? Kick-off? Benefit? Community gathering? Share it with the Mountain Times. Email editor@mountaintimes.info. With a weekly readership of 20,000+ your event is sure to be a success!
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Paramount’s big screen sees big use this week
Norwich University hosts program on First Amendment, National Exhibit on the Bill of Rights Wednesday, Feb. 22, 12 p.m.—NORTHFIELD— Norwich University’s Sullivan Museum and History Center will host a lunch and learn program on the First Amendment in conjunction with a national, pop-up exhibit commemorating the 225th anniversary of the Bill of Rights. On Wednesday, Feb. 22, 12-noon, The Sullivan Museum and History Center presents, “A Living Document: The First Amendment, Past, Present and Future,” a talk by Austin Gray, attorney and longtime professor of civil liberties and Constitutional law. The event includes a light lunch and is free and open to the public. Gray, of law firm Gray Law PLLC in Barre, has been teaching at the university level for 20 years and is one of the founding faculty of the Master of Law program at Champlain College. He also teaches Civil Liberties and Constitutional Law at Norwich University. A graduate of Temple University School of Law, Gray is a member of the Vermont, Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar Associations. This presentation is held in conjunction with a new “pop-up” exhibition from the National
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of Rights and You,” commemorating the 225th anniversary of the ratification of this landmark document. This exhibit spotlights one of the most remarkable periods in American history, explores the origins of the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution (collectively known as the Bill of Rights), illustrates how each amendment protects U.S. citizens, and looks at how Americans exercise the rights outlined in the amendments. “The Bill of Rights and You” invites visitors to connect directly with the people, places, and events that mark this historic document’s evolution. The exhibit will be on display in the museum’s rotunda through March 15. “The Bill of Rights and You” co-curator Jennifer Johnson states: “The Bill of Rights represents the Founder’s vision that it would be the people, through votes, that could change the Constitution with enough consensus. And when the people desired a Bill of Rights, our first 10 amendments were added to our governing charter.” Visitors are also encouraged to engage in a dialogue by answering the question: “What Does Freedom Mean to You?” A message board in the museum rotunda is available to post personal answers. The museum is open to the public 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday; closed on holidays. Admission is free. Norwich University is located at 158 Harmon Drive, Northfield. For more information, call 802-485-2183 or visitCourtesy of Norwich University academics.norwich.edu/ museum. AUSTIN GRAY, ESQ.
Zimmerman, Brandon Jovanovich, Jamie Barton, Katarina Dalayman, and Eric Owens complete the all-star cast, and Mark Elder conducts. Tickets are $23 for the experience. It’s a long one—4 hours, 5 minutes—but there are two intermissions, 30 minutes each. Refreshments will be available. Sunday, Feb. 26, the theatre will be broadcasting Sports Live in HD, screening the 59th running of the Daytona 500, one of the premiere Nascar events of the year. For anyone that’s a fan, seeing the race on a TV of this size will be as close as one can get to seeing it live, minus the debris and rumble. Doors open at 1:45 p.m. for the 2 p.m. viewing of “the great American race.” Admission is free to watch, and prizes will be available from presenting sponsors. The Paramount Theatre is located at 30 Center Street, Rutland. For more info or tickets to any of the events, visit paramountvt. org or call 802-775-0903.
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Musical benefit for Syrian refugees to be held at Grace Church
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Sleigh Ride Weeks continue at Billings Farm & Museum
Feb. 22-26—WOODSTOCK—Billings Farm & Museum’s Sleigh Ride Weeks continue daily through Sunday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., featuring horse-drawn sleigh rides, tours of the dairy farm and farmhouse, and a variety of family-centered activities each day. Climb aboard the Billings Farm sleigh for a ride through the frosty farm fields. In commemoration of President’s Day, sample favorite cookies of the presidents, including James Buchanan’s apees, Teddy Roosevelt’s sand tarts, and Abraham Lincoln’s fruit cookies. Hands–on activities will include making presidential silhouettes and presidential trivia and snowflakes. In the barns, discover Vermont dairying—past and present—and learn about the development of the Billings Farm, still considered one of the best
Jersey farms in America. The horse barn, calf nursery, milk room, cow barn, and sheep barn are stops along the selfguided tour. Up-close programs with the livestock will be offered including “An Introduction to Milking” and “Milking the Herd” programs at 3:15 p.m. each day. The restored and furnished 1890 farm house will be open for touring, featuring the farm office, family living quarters, creamery, and ice house. Admission includes sleigh or wagon rides, weather-permitting, the farm, farm house, and activities, plus “A Place in the Land,” an Academy Award nominee film. The Billings Farm & Museum is located one-half mile north of the Woodstock village green on Vt. Route 12. For more information call 802-457-2355.
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Sunday, Feb. 26, 3:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—A musical benefit for Syrian refugees coming to Rutland will be performed Sunday, Feb. 26, 3:30 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court St., Rutland. Instrumentalists Stefanie Taylor, violin; Court Gettel, flute; David Baasch, cello; Diane Chartrand, piano; and Jennifer Hoult, harp, will play music of Telemann, Ibert, Cui, Bolling and other classical composers. A quartet of singers will perform “Where Do We Go?,” an original poignant and compelling composition by Montpelier High School 2016 graduate,
Anna Scoppettone. This vocal piece tells of the hardship, despair, and fears of a Syrian refugee family, with each of the four voice parts representing a refugee father, mother, daughter and son’s viewpoint. Scoppettone said of her piece, “I want people listening to this piece to take away the idea that refugees are people just like us, who have gone through something really, really hard.” Composer Scoppettone hopes that her music will encourage people to respond to others not from a place of hatred and fear, but from a place of love and compassion. She wrote the
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piece during her senior year at Montpelier High School as part of the Student Composer Showcase featured on Vermont Public Radio. Also on the concert program will be other choral music directed by Eddie Wilkin. Choral music performed will reflect the oppression, injustice, hopelessness, and pain experienced by many peoples and the role we can play in uniting together in our shared humanity with a response of welcome, understanding, compassion, hope, peace, and love. A free will offering will be collected. For more information, call 802-775-4301.
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What does climate change mean for polar bears and other northern wildlife? Naturalist Sue Morse discusses her research in a talk in Proctorsville, Wednesday.
Naturalist Sue Morse discusses climate change and wildlife in program for all ages Wednesday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m.—PROCTORSVILLE—Sue Morse of Keeping Track will make an appearance at elementary school in Proctorsville Wednesday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m. to present a talk “Animals of the North—What Will Global Climate Change Mean for Them?” Her program is designed to educate audiences about ways in which northern wildlife species are already being affected by climate change, with more serious challenges ahead. Canada lynx, moose, American marten, caribou, polar bear, arctic fox and arctic marine mammals and waterfowl are some of the species covered in this stunningly beautiful show. Morse promises not to overwhelm the audience with bad news. Instead, her program will devote equal time sharing remarkable images and stories about plants and animals in their northern habitats—a Sll in the spirit of Jane Goodall’s “reason for hope.” The intent is to inspire attendees, young and old alike, to join in the vital crusade to change our fossil fuel-burning ways, conserve natural resources and share a healthy planet with all that lives. The program will be appealing for all ages, children and adults. Suggested donation is $5 for adults and $2 for children. Sue Morse is a nationally recognized naturalist and habitat specialist with 40 years of experience tracking and monitoring wildlife uses of habitat throughout North America. She founded a non-profit organization called Keeping Track in 1994, out of her concern that development in all its forms often unwittingly harms, isolates and even eliminates habitat critical to local biodiversity and broad-scale ecological health. More than 40,000 acres of land in 12 states and Quebec have been conserved on the basis of evidence gathered by Keeping Track teams. For more information, call 802-226-7259.
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Actors’ Repertory presents Stephen Sondheim’s musical revue, “Marry Me a Little” Feb. 23-26—RUTLAND—Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre presents Stephen Sondheim’s 1980 musical revue, “Marry Me a Little” being performed in the intimate space, Brick Box at the Paramount Theatre, 30 Center Street, Rutland. Performances will be held Feb. 23, 24 and 25 as well as March 2, 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m., and a 2 p.m. matinee Feb. 26. Lyrics and music are by Stephen Sondheim, conceived by Craig Lucas and Norman René. The revue sets songs cut from Sondheim’s better-known musicals from 1954 to 1973, and a few from later productions, into a dialoguefree plot about the relationship between two lonely New York single people who are in emotional conflict during an evening in their separate one-room apartments. Despite knowing of the other’s existence, they never get up the courage to talk to each other, though they imagine what an encounter might be like. The musical originally was staged by the off-Broadway Production Company. It opened on Oct. 29, 1980. It re-opened March 12, 1981 at the off-Broadway Actor’s Playhouse where it ran for 96 performances. A new version opened in 2012, off-Broadway again. Directed by Norman Rene, it starred Craig Lucas and Suzanne Henry. In June 1982, the musical opened in London. It has been performed in many U.S. regional theaters, as well as around the world. What can one do on a Saturday night alone? It’s a question one young man and one woman have as they struggle with another night alone with just the first edition of New York Times Sunday edition. Unlike many revues, by the end of the evening, a story has been told. The man and woman have shabby studio apartments in New York City. She lives on the floor below him, but the audience sees their apartments merged as one, functioning as both his and hers. They never meet, but they appear in each other’s dreams and recollections. How they spend the evening, and how they feel about it, is told through their actions and songs. The cast of two is Julia Doiron and Ben Norton. Director is Peter Marsh. The choreographer is Tegan Waite and the stage manager is Wendy Savery. Rob Biddiscombe is technical director, David Lane is lighting designer, Nancy Ellery is costume designer and Kelly Connaughton is prop designer. Sandy Gartner is assistant producer and Susan Gladding-Heitzman is board operator. Presented in the Brick Box, there is limited seating for each performance. Reservations are available by calling 802-775-0903, at the box office, or online at paramountlive.org. Tickets will also be sold at the door and are $20 for general admission. For more information about Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre, visit actorsrepvt.org.
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mood, most recent meals and so much more. National Park Service Science Communication Specialist Ed Sharron will begin with an indoor discussion. Participants then head outside for a guided snowshoeing experience, tracking animals through the park trails and woods. All ages are welcome. Please dress appropriately for outside, as the workshop will happen snow or shine. Bring a bagged lunch, water
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JAGFest explores race and heritage in weeklong festival Feb. 24-27—JAG Productions is pleased to announce JAGFest, an annual festival that showcases and celebrates new plays by emerging playwrights of color. Presented Feb. 24-27 at various venues in Woodstock and Pomfret, the weekend-long festival of play readings and lectures celebrates and explores diverse, new voices in American theater. JAGFest will include four staged readings over the course of four days, each featuring a post-show conversation with the playwrights, actors, and directors. Producing Artistic Director Jarvis Green said “I am beyond excited to add diversity to the cultural abundance of Woodstock and the Upper Valley with JAGFest. Introducing residents and visitors to the newest voices in theater with a festival that reflects the beautiful complex diversity of our world while bringing attention to the black experience in theatre is absolutely thrilling. The festival harmonizes with our dedication to gathering and engaging a community of artists, teachers, friends and activists with bold new stories that reflect our world.” Readings are as follows: “Sweet” by Harrison Rivers, Friday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. at ArtisTree Community Arts Center, 2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret “Smart People” by Lydia Diamond, Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m. at Norman Williams Public Library, 10 The Green, Woodstock Show no. 3 TBA, Sunday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m. at ArtisTree Community Arts Center “Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical,” book byMelvin Tunstall III; music by Greg Borowsky and Douglas Lyons; lyrics by Douglas Lyons, Monday, Feb. 27, 10 a.m. at Woodstock Town Hall Theatre, 31 The Green, Woodstock Admission is free to the readings, but reservations are required at 802-332-3270 or
info@jagproductionsvt.com. Accompanying the staged readings are hour-long lectures starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 at Norman Williams Public Library in Woodstock No tickets are required for lectures and the speakers and schedule is as follows: Andrew Shade, editor and founder of “Broadway Black,” 10 a.m. at Norman Williams Public Library: “Broadway Black” is dedicated to highlighting the achievements and successes of African-American theatre artists on and off the Broadway stage. Taylor Reynolds, producing artistic leader of the Movement Theatre Company, 11 a.m. at Norman Williams Public Library: The Movement Theatre Company creates an artistic social movement by developing and producing new work by artists of color. Its work engages audiences in a rich theatrical dialogue, enlightens communities to the important issues affecting the world, and empowers artists to celebrate the many sides of their unique voice. Panel discussion featuring the cast of “Sweet” and “Smart People,” 2 p.m. at Norman Williams Public Library: The casts will discuss diversity in the American theater. On Saturday, Feb. 25, a fundraiser luncheon with the artists of JAGFest will be held at noon at St. James Episcopal Church, 2 St. James Place, Woodstock. Tickets are $50 per person, cash or check at the door. All proceeds go towards JAGFest 2018. JAG Productions’ mission is to produce bold theater that reflects the times. The company’s goal is for the community to come to the theater to hear new stories and leave inspired. The company aims for its patrons to move through the world with more love, greater kindness, and greater compassion for one another after seeing a production. For more info, visit jagproductionsvt.com.
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Poultney chamber holds spaghetti dinner Friday, Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m.—POULTNEY—Poultney Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a spaghetti dinner Friday, Feb. 24, 5:30-7 p.m. at the St. Raphael Church parish hall, which is located on East Main Street in Poultney village. Cost of dinner tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under age 5. Advance
tickets are available in Poultney at Tot’s Diner, York Coach Works, and Mel’s Place hair salon. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Poultney Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a non-profit organization of businesses whose mission is to work together to strengthen Poultney’s economic community. For more information, call the chamber office at 802-2872010 or visit poultneyvt.com.
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The work of sculptor Paul Marr Hillard, shown, is part of an exhibit on display at Castleton Downtown Gallery.
Four sculptors explore Vermont’s stone carving and fabrication traditions in Rutland exhibit Friday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m.— RUTLAND—The Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland will feature the works of artists Don Ramey, Paul Marr Hillard, Heather Ritchie, and Sabrina Fadial running Feb. 15-March 18, with an artist reception scheduled for Friday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. This group show represents the talent and exploration of four sculptors from Vermont’s stone carving and fabrication traditions. Delving into the hands-on manipula-
tion of stone and steel and bringing them to life, reviving them into unique figural, botanical, mechanical and conceptual ways. The Castleton Downtown Gallery is located on Center Street Alley in Rutland and is open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information on the exhibit or the Castleton Downtown Gallery, contact Sarah Karczmarczyk at galleries@castleton.edu.
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Brandon Music welcomes Ben Cosgrove Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Ben Cosgrove is a traveling composer, pianist, and multi-instrumentalist from New England. He performs regularly all over the country, writes scores for films, plays, radio, and TV, and has produced several wellreceived albums of original instrumental work that straddles the line between folk and classical music. Hear him perform live at Brandon Music Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m. The strongest forces guiding Cosgrove’s composition and performances are his deep interests in landscape, place, and ecology. For years, he has been fascinated and inspired by the different ways people interact with their built and natural environments, and through songs with names like “Prairie Fire,” “Little Rain,” “Nashua,” “Sigurd F. Olson,” and others, he seeks to explore those relationships and reflect them in sound. “I don’t think of my pieces as rendering places in music,” he noted in an interview in Harvard Magazine, “but more just as responding to places musically.” In 2014, Cosgrove released “Field Studies,” his first full-length studio offering since 2011’s “Yankee
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mances Cosgrove has given in the wake of its release offer an intimate aural tour of the continent and a unique expression of place. At the end of 2014, Sound of Boston named “Field Studies” one of the best local albums released that year. The following year, he released “Solo Piano,” a collection of live performances recorded
in an unusual array of performance spaces—clubs, forests, a theater, a ferry, a living room, a bar, a national park, and more—all around the country. Tickets are $20. Contact 802-247-4295 or info@ brandon-music.net for reservations. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Rd., Brandon. BYOB.
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Friday, Feb. 24, 4:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—Rutland Regional is very excited to be participating in this year’s WinterFest celebration. The festival began Feb. 17 and ends Feb. 25. Rutland Regional’s participation takes place on Friday, Feb. 24, 4:30-8 p.m. The hospital campus will be transformed into a winter activity wonderland complete with snow sculpture contest, horse drawn carriage rides, sledding, snowshoeing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, ice skating, and
kids’ snow activities supported by Wonderfeet Kids Museum. There will be a warming fire, hot cocoa, and marshmallow roasting. To add to the festivities and fun, WJJR radio will be doing a live remote broadcast from 4-6 p.m. Way-finding signs will point guests in the right direction for parking and activities. Each of the events will be staffed by Rutland Regional Volunteers. Folks who are snowboarding, cross country skiing, and ice skating, are encouraged
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Reservation and Take out call (802) 422-2124 Walk ins welcome located in the Mountain Inn at the Top of the Killington Road
Lunch • Dinner • Cocktails • VT Craft Brews Tasty Fare • Live Music • Dancing To Our DJ Private Parties • 10-foot Wide HDTV Projectiion
Live Thursday (2/23): Guy Burlage, 7pm Saturday (2/25): Jamie Ward on Piano, 7pm Saturday (2/25): Bruins Alumni Game After Party! 802.457.3232 | WWW.BENTLEYSRESTAURANT.COM
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to bring their own equipment. The horse drawn carriage route will take riders past the various snow sculptures so that they may vote for their top three favorites. Trophies will be awarded to three of the ten10competing snow sculpting teams. The teams consist of Rutland Regional employees from several departments. Some events will be held weather permitting. Dress for the weather. For more info, visit winterfestvt.com.
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506 Bistro
The 506 Bistro serves a simple, seasonal menu featuring Vermont highlights. Set in the open bar and lounge, the atmosphere is casual and warm. You are likely to be served a Yankee Pot roast, a great organic burger from a nearby farm or a fresh strawberry shortcake with Vermont berries. Local, simple, home cooked is what we are all about. (802) 457-5000
The Back Country Café
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The Back Country Café is a hot spot for delicious breakfast foods. Choose from farm fresh eggs, multiple kinds of pancakes and waffles, omelet’s or daily specials to make your breakfast one of a kind. Check our Facebook for hours and daily specials. (802) 422-4411
506 Bistro and Bar
Bentleys Serving a seasonal menu featuring VT highlights Located a few miles east in the beautiful village of Woodstock, Bentleys Restaurant has been a favorite of locals and travelers alike for over 40 years. Lunch and dinner daily. Tasty fare, live music, cocktails & craft brews — something for everyone! Central and Elm | Woodstock, VT | (802) 457-3232 www.bentleysrestaurant.com 802.475.5000 | ontheriverwoodstock.com Located in On The River Inn, Woodstock VT Birch Ridge A short scenic drive from Killington
Serving locals and visitors alike since 1998, dinner at the Birch Ridge Inn is a delicious way to complete your day in Killington. Featuring Vermont inspired New American cuisine in the inns dining room and Great Room Lounge, you will also find a nicely stocked bar, hand crafted cocktails, fine wines, seafood and vegetarian options, and wonderful house made desserts. www.birchridge.com. (802) 422-4293.
Bridge’s Country Store
A quintessential Vermont country store, stop by for home-baked specialties and hand-carved sandwiches. Get your day started right with our famous Breakfast Sandwiches and some Green Mountain Coffee and other Vermont products. Call for deli specialties! (802) 772-7337
Bridgewater Corners
Pop on in to the Bridgewater Corners Country Store for a quick and delicious breakfast on the go. Local favorites include the breakfast burrito or wrap and freshly baked doughnuts, muffins, bagels and English muffins. Or try one of their signature sandwiches. You can also call ahead to avoid the wait. www.bridgewatercornerstore.com (802) 672-6241
506 506 Bistro and Bar
Serving a seasonal menu featuring VT highlights 802.475.5000 | ontheriverwoodstock.com Located in On The River Inn, Woodstock VT A short scenic drive from Killington
Choices Restaurant and Rotisserie
Chef-owned, Choices Restaurant and Rotisserie was named 2012 ski magazines favorite restaurant. Choices may be the name of the restaurant but it is also what you get. Soup of the day, shrimp cockatil, steak, hamburgers, pan seared chicken, a variety of salads and pastas, scallops, sole, lamb and more await you. An extensive wine list and in house made desserts are also available. Now serving Brunch on Sundays. www.choicesrestaurantkillington.com (802) 422-4030
Clear River Tavern
Great burgers, pizza, steak, salads and other tavern fare are waiting for you at this hidden gem tucked behind the Clear River Inn in Pittsfield, right on scenic Route 100. Friendly bartenders and servers will greet you when you come in to enjoy a meal, our rotating draft beer list and full bar. We’re accessible from the VAST snowmobile trails all winter. When you’re here, you’re in The Clear! (802) 746-8999.
Black Bear Pub at Cortina Inn
Cortina Inn
Black Bear Pub’s family friendly atmosphere invites warm conversation and great shows. Our pub style menu also features local craft brews, bottled beers and a great selection of wines. Join us for All You Can Eat Pasta on Saturdays! (802) 772-7118
The Foundry at Summit Pond
Enjoy an intimate dining menu or tavern specials at Killington’s only waterside dining that also has live entertainment every Friday and Saturday. Appetizers include crab cakes, buffalo drumsticks and a cheese plate while the entrees include chicken Marsala, meat loaf, steamed lobster and more. The tavern menu features nachos, fried fish sandwich, teriyaki steak sandwich and others. www.foundrykillington.com (802) 422-5335
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beer and wine DELICATESSEN BAKERY
PIZZA
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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go www.killingtonmarket.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 6:30 am - 10:00 pm Fri-Sat 6:30 am - 11:00 pm 2023 KILLINGTON ROAD 802-422-7736 • Deli 422-7594 • ATM
Life is a lot like jazz... it’s best when you improvise. - George Gershwin Red Clover Jazz Trio Featuring Glendon Ingalls, Steve MacLauchlin MacLauchlan & Chuck Miller Live, every Thursday, 6:00-9:00 p.m. $5 beer and 50% off select bottles of wine
Restaurant open Thursday-Monday, 5:30-9:00 p.m.
For dining reservations or accommodations, please call 802.775.2290 Just off Route 4 in the heart of the Killington Valley www.redcloverinn.com | 802-775-2290 | innkeepers@redcloverinn.com
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Now open under new ownership and management, Fuzzy’s Diner & Cafe offers fresh baked goods daily, breakfast, brunch and dinner. Also featuring a full service bar with local and craft microbrews. Farm-to-table daily specials. 2841 Killington Road, Killington. (802) 422-3177.
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Chef Gregory Bergeron joins us at the Highline Lodge this season. Having grown up in the region, Greg brings with him an intimate knowledge of local farms and purveyors, as well as a passion to cook with only the freshest ingredients that reflect the changing of the seasons. (802) 315-0034
Inn at Long Trail
Looking for something a little different? Hit up McGrath’s Irish Pub for a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, live music on the weekends and delicious food. Guinness not your favorite? They also have Vermont’s largest Irish Whiskey selection. Rosemary’s Restaurant is now open, serving dinner. Reservations are appreciated. http://innatlongtrail.com/Home.html (802) 775-7181
Jones’ Donuts
Offering donuts and a bakery, with a community reputation as being the best! Closed Monday and Tuesday. 23 West Street, Rutland. See what’s on special at Facebook.com/JonesDonuts/ Call (802) 773-7810.
JAX Food & Games
At Killington’s hometown bar, you’re bound to have a good time with good food. Starters, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and salads are all available. With live entertainment seven days a week, they’re always serving food until last call. www.supportinglocalmusic.com (802) 422-5334
Killington Market
Take breakfast, lunch or dinner on the go at Killington Market, Killington’s on-mountain grocery store for the last 30 years. Choose from breakfast sandwiches, hand carved dinners, daily fresh hot panini, roast chicken, salads and specialty sandwiches. Vermont products, maple syrup, fresh meat and produce along with wine and beer are also for sale. www.killingtonmarket.com (802) 422-7736 or (802) 422-7594 .
Lookout Tavern
With a free shuttle, take away and call ahead seating, Lookout Tavern is a solid choice. Nachos, quesadillas, sweet potato fries, salads, soups, sandwiches and dinner options are always a good selection. www.lookoutvt.com (802) 422-5665
Liquid Art
Forget about the polar vortex for a little while at Liquid Art where they service Vermont artisan coffee, tea, espresso and lattes. If you’re looking for something a little stronger, they also offer signature cocktails. Light bites are offered for breakfast, lunch or happy hour if you get hungry. http://liquidartvt.com/menu/ (802) 422-2787 Culinary Institute of America Alum
Moguls
Voted the best ribs and burger in Killington, Moguls is a great place for the whole family. Soups, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, chicken fingers, buckets of chicken wings, salads, subs and pasta are just some of the food that’s on the menu. Free shuttle and take away and delivery options are available. (802) 422-4777
Mountain Top Inn
With The Highlands Dining Room & Mountain Top Tavern, breakfast, lunch or dinner are all options whether staying overnight or visiting for the day. A mix of locally inspired and International cuisine from seasonal salads, local artisan cheeseboards and chicken & biscuits to filet mignon, the menu is sure to tempt your taste buds. Choose from 12 Vermont craft beers on tap. Warm up by the terrace fire pit after dinner. Wednesday nights, Burger & Brew. www.mountaintopinn.com (802) 483-2311
On The Rocs
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“The locally favored spot for consistently good, unpretentious fare.” -N.Y. Times, 2008
• A Farm to Table Restaurant • Handcut Steaks, Filets & Fish • All Baking Done on Premises
• Over 20 wines by the glass • Great Bar Dining • Freshly made pasta
Kick back at On the Rocs open daily at 3 p.m. Enjoy a full range of specialty cocktails as well as a full menu featuring items such as our signature crispy brussels sprouts, Caribbean style ceviche served with plantain chips, New England lobster roll and roasted rack of lamb just to name a few. Don’t forget to buy one tapa, get the second one free between the hours of 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Outback Pizza & More &
N I G H T C L U B
Look for the bears! Outback Pizza has new ownership, and is completely renovated with a firehouse bar and zebra room. Still enjoy the wood fired brick oven pizza, plus soups, burgers, pasta, salads, wings, chili, and more, plus a kids menu. Daily specials, 16 microbrews available; with a free shuttle van. 2841 Killington Road, Killington. (802) 422-9885.
Pasta Pot &
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Chef owned, the Pasta Pot has 40 years of authentic Italian cuisine under its belt. Whether you’re in the mood for ante pasta, pasta, pizza or homemade entrees, you’ll be satisfied. All menu entrees and pasta are available in half orders and don’t forget to ask about seasonal dishes. (802) 422-3004
Peppinos
Chef-owned since 1992, Peppino’s offers Neapolitan cuisine at its finest: pasta, veal, chicken, seafood, steak, and flatbreads. If you want it, Peppino’s has it! Aprés-hour daily features half price appetizers and flatbreads. For reservations, call (802) 422-3293. www.peppinosvt.com.
Dinner: Open nightly All entrées include two sides and soup or salad 5-9 p.m. Sun-Wed, 5-10p.m. Thurs, & 5-11 p.m. Fri-Sat Sunday Brunch 11a.m. - 2:30p.m.
Vermont Inspired New-American Cuisine served from 6:00 PM Tuesday thru Saturday
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“You are about to have the best food you’ve eaten, no ifs, ands, or buts.” -The Rutland Herald
422-4030 • 2820 KILLINGTON RD. WWW.CHOICES-RESTAURANT.COM
At the Covered Carriageway 37 Butler Road, Killington birchridge.com • 802.422.4293
Host your Private Party at the Birch Ridge Inn
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HAPPY HOUR 3:00-6:00 P.M.
Pickle Barrel
Being Killington’s largest and most exciting venue, you’re bound to have a good time in here. Party the night away and feed yourself on delicious food such as chicken wings, onion rings, French fries or even a bowl of bacon. If that doesn’t interest you, you’re able to make your own pizza, by the slice or the whole pie. www.picklebarrelnightclub. com (802) 422-3035
OPEN ALL WEEK
SOUPS•SALADS
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Red Clover Inn
SEAFOOD•BURRITOS
Seward’s Dairy
LUNCH DAILY
Santa Fe Steakhouse
SPORTS
Farm to Table Vermont Food and Drinks. Thursday night Live Jazz. Monday night Chef Specials. Open Thursday to Monday, 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. 7 Woodward Road, Mendon, VT. (802) 775-2290, redcloverinn.com If you’re looking for something truly unique and Vermont, check out Seward Dairy Bar. Serving classic homemade food including hamburgers, steaks, chicken, sandwiches and seafood. Craving something a little sweeter? Check out their own homemade 39 flavors of ice cream. Vermont products also sold. (802) 773-2738 Located right at the top of Killington road, Santa Fe steak house offers a lovely fireplace lounge, cozy booths and some of Killington’s best steaks and seafood. There is also a Caesar salad bar if you’re craving a salad. While you’re chowing down, let the live entertainment fill your ears with some sweet tunes and enjoy one of Killington’s best wine menu featuring over 150 bottles. (802) 422-2124 http://www.killingtonsbest.com/santafe/santafe.html
Stony Brook Tavern
Stony Brook Tavern is a Vermont eatery on the banks of the White River in beautiful Stockbridge Vermont. Formerly known as the “Peavine Restaurant”, the property retains it’s beautiful rustic environment inside and out. Many things have stayed the same and many things have changed. The outcome is a wonderful local restaurant we wish to welcome you to. (802) 234-9922.
Sugar and Spice
Stop on by to Sugar and Spice for a home style breakfast or lunch served up right. Try six different kinds of pancakes and/or waffles or order up some eggs and home fries. For lunch they offer a Filmore salad, grilled roast beef, burgers and sandwiches. Take away and deck dining available. www.vtsugarandspice.com (802) 773-7832
O’Dwyers Public House
O’Dwyers Public House at the Summit Lodge welcomes you to enjoy traditional Irish fare including Guinness Stew, Seafood Pie and Bangers and Mash, in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Irish and local brews are on tap, and we have live music every weekend! (802) 422-3535.
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Sunup Bakery
Killington’s favorite bakery and sandwich shop offers a variety of breakfast sandwiches served on fresh English muffins, bagels croissant and even gluten free bread is available. A variety of sandwiches are freshly made with all organic products. If coffee is something you’re craving, they have an espresso bar. www.sunupbakery.com (802) 422-3865
Sushi Yoshi
Sushi Yoshi is Killington’s true culinary adventure. With Hibachi, Sushi, Chinese and Japanese, we have something for every age and palate. Private Tatame rooms and large party seating available. We boast a full bar with 20 craft beers on draft. Lunch and dinner available seven days a week. We are chef-owned and operated. Delivery or take away option available. www.vermontsushi.com (802) 422-4241
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Traditional Irish Fare • Irish & Local Brews on Tap Live music every Fri, Sat, & Sun. Sunday Funday Happy Hour All Day Open Daily at 4:00 - Dinner Served Fri/Sat 5-10 Sun-Thurs 5-9 200 Summit Road, Killington 802.422.3535 • www.summitlodgevt.com
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Classic Italian Cuisine Old World Tradition
fresh. simple. presidential! 1/2 price appetizers & flaTbreads DAILY from 4-5 p.m.
OPEN DAILY AT 4 P.M.
INTRODUCING SUNDAY DINNERS Choose any Entree from sunday dinner menu plus soup or salad and includes 2 meatballs per person 4-6 p.m. only $20 each adult; $10 each child
802.234.9922
pasta | veal | Chicken
Open Thurs-Sun at 4 p.m. 3657 RT. 107 Stockbridge, VT
Mid-way up Killington Access Rd. Sun - Thurs 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. • Fri & Sat 11:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. vermontsushi.com • 802.422.4241
stonybrooktavern.com
HIBACHI | SUSHI | ASIAN
(formerly the Peavine Restaurant)
seafood | steak | flatbreads
422-3293
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VINS to host a hoot of a weekend, with owl prowl and festival Feb. 24-25—QUECHEE—Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) welcomes families to this season’s Family Owl Prowl Friday, Feb. 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Participants will join a VINS educator to discover the mysterious and exciting life of one of New England’s most elusive nocturnal residents. Begin the evening by meeting one of VINS’ resident owls and learning common owl calls. Owl prowlers will then snowshoe, weather permitting, into the habitat that these birds call home and, perhaps, hear the call of a wild owl. Later, warm up with a cup of hot cocoa. Please dress warmly. A headlamp is recommended. Although limited in number, snowshoes are available at the VINS Nature Store. This program is $12.50 for VINS members and $16 for non-members. Registration for the event is requested. On Saturday, Feb. 25, join VINS from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for its annual Owl Festival to celebrate all things owl, featuring many different live owls and other raptors throughout the day. Enjoy face painting, crafts, and an afternoon campfire highlighted by captivating stories and legends of owls from around the world. Kick off the day with Owl Chats, and wind their way through the raptor
enclosures, meeting VINS educators and discovering the amazing abilities of owls. Explore Owls and Falconry in which Jessica Snyder shares a Eurasian eagle owl and a barn owl from New England Falconry. Join the Wilsons from Eyes on Owls for hooting lessons and an introduction to numerous native and international species of owls. And spend time exploring inner craftiness with professional artists from ArtisTree. Mid-afternoon, guests can meet Mike Clough from the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum, as he introduces participants to pint-sized owls. VINS’ own Raptors Up Close will take place several times throughout the day. Please dress warmly, as activities will be held both indoors and outdoors. Food trucks will be available during the festival. All Owl Festival activities are included with the price of admission to the VINS Nature Center. Registration is encouraged due to limited space available. Admission is free for VINS members. The price of admission to the Nature Center is $14.50 for adults; $13.50 for seniors 62 and over; $12.50 for youth ages 4 to 17; and free for children 3 and under. For more information or to register, call 802-359-5000 or visit vinsweb.org.
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Snowy the resident snow owl at VINS, along with several other owls that inhabit the center, will be the center of attention during events focused on the majestic raptor.
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MARISSA MCGOWAN By Roy Pilcher
A grouse is among the wildlife that sticks around to brave New England winters.
Learn how animals survive harsh Northern winters
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND— On Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m., Rutland County Audubon Society will present a talk by naturalist Sean Beckett on how America’s coldest creatures survive winter. The program will be held in the Fox Room at Rutland Free Library, 10 Court St., Rutland. In this photographic journey, Beckett will explore how our continent’s most creative and ingenious inhabitants deploy tricks of evolution and ecology to survive against the toughest odds. Learn how animals and birds survive—even thrive—in brutal
conditions and temperatures down to minus-40 degrees. Sean Beckett was born and raised in Williston. He is a naturalist, guide and photographer specializing in winter ecology. He spent the last several years guiding expeditions in Yellowstone National Park and the Canadian Arctic. Beckett is currently completing his Masters in UVM’s Field Naturalist Program, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned winter ecologist, Bernd Heinrich. For more information, call 802-7757119.
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Marissa McGowan sings “Broadway at the Movies” at Ludlow auditorium Saturday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m.—LUDLOW—Through special arrangements with the Weston Playhouse, Friends of Ludlow Auditorium (FOLA) will feature the talented songstress Marissa McGowan in a tribute to Hollywood music Saturday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at the Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium. McGowan will perform “Broadway at the Movies,” a musical tour of over 80 years of Hollywood’s greatest songs. Her tour of Broadway and Hollywood musicals will include, among others, songs and stories from “Carousel,” “West Side Story,” “The Music Man,” and “Into the Woods.” She is a familiar actress at the Weston Playhouse where she recently starred in “Man of La Mancha” and “Guys and Dolls.” Marissa McGowan is New York City based actress and singer. She has ap-
peared on Broadway in “A Little Night Music” revival along side Catherine Zeta Jones and Angela Lansbury, “Bonnie and Clyde” and “Les Miserables.” She has appeared as guest soloist with Indianapolis Symphony, Naples Philharmonic, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Omaha Symphony, Houston Symphony, Annapolis Chorale, Alpine Theatre Project,and the American Cancer Society Marvin Hamlisch tribute at the Hudson Theater in New York City. Marissa grew up on Long Island, N.Y. and then attended Syracuse University, where she received a bachelor of fine arts in musical theater. The program is free and open to everyone. Donations are appreciated. For information, call 802-228-7239 or visit fola.us.
Musicians From Marlboro February 25, 7:30 p.m.
Live at Main Street Randolph, Vt.
Randolph, VT • 802-728-6464 • chandler-arts.org
Where the living is easy
The Gables and The Meadows at East Mountain combine to form the perfect full-service retirement community
Join the GMC for a fun-filled day at Long Trail Brewery. Take a guided snowshoe hike, hone your winter skills, and meet other hikers. Stay for the raffle and après party, with food and drinks provided by Long Trail Brewing.
Dining • Housekeeping • Transportation • Maintenance • Health Services and much more
For information or a tour, call Randi Cohn at 802-770-5275 or visit us online.
• GROUP HIKES • MEET THE BREWERS • NATURALIST WALKS
• GEOCACHING • CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES • FIRE PIT WITH S’MORES For complete schedule visit:
• SUGAR ON SNOW • SNOWSHOE DEMOS • SNOWMAN BUILDING
GREENMOUNTAINCLUB.ORG/WINTER-TRAILS-DAY 1 Gables Place, Rutland,VT www.thegablesvt.com
157 Heritage Hill Place, Rutland,VT www.themeadowsvt.com
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Wonderfeet dance for kids and their favorite adult completes week-long WinterFest Saturday, Feb. 25, 5:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Wonderfeet Winter Dance for Loved Ones and Little Ones will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at The Palms restaurant, Strongs Ave., Rutland. Kids will dance the evening away to music by DJ Brett Myhre with their favorite adult and make a memory that will last forever. Get ready moms, dads, grandpas, grandmas and super special people for experiencing a night to remember with little ones. This event will end WinterFest, a week of fun activities sponsored by Rutland Recreation & Parks Department. The event is similar to a daddy-daughter dance, but
is open to all youngsters and accompanying adult. Imagine how cute it will be to see the little ones slow dancing with their favorite adult and the bigger kids showing the adults how to do the latest moves. A photographer will be on hand for couple’s photos and taking candid shots to commemorate the evening. The highlight is the dessert table. Volunteers make the best sweet treats and are sure to be a big hit with everyone attending. Tickets are $15 per couple and can be purchased at the museum or online at wonderfeetkidsmuseum.org.
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“Jones Donuts and Bakery is a must stop if you reside or simply come to visit Rutland. They have been an institution in the community and are simply the best.” OPEN WED. - SUN. 5 TO CLOSED MON. + TUES.
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BRYAN PFEIFFER
Biologist to discuss backyards, butterflies and beyond Serving Breakfast & lunch 7am-2pm daily Breakfast all day, lunch after 11am Come to our sugarhouse for the best breakfast around! After breakfast check out our giftshop for all your souvenier, gift, and maple syrup needs. We look forward to your visit! Sugar & Spice Restaurant & Gift Shop Rt. 4 Mendon, VT 802-773-7832 www.vtsugarandspice.com
Wednesday, March 1, 7 p.m.—CHESTER—Bryan Pfeiffer, biologist, field naturalist and writer, will present “Birds, Butterflies, Backyards and Beyond,” a fresh view of the wild, Wednesday, March 1, 7 p.m. at Newsbank Conference Center, 352 Main Street, Chester. With vivid images from nature and tales from the frontiers of wildlife science, Pfeiffer will offer practical advice for creating wildlife habitat in our own backyards and developing a wildlife ethic on a warming planet. The American backyard is a crucible of culture and nature. The backyard is a destination and a retreat for humans and wildlife. There’s so much more to enjoy in your backyard beyond relaxing, recreating, barbecuing, entertaining and playing. You’ll discover the odd and shocking wildlife that hops, flies or just sits there as the rest of us go about our lives.
A writer and field biologist, Pfeiffer explores the wild places where people and nature converge. His essays have appeared in The New York Times, Aeon Magazine, Orion, Northern Woodlands, Field & Stream and many other places. When he’s not chasing nature, Pfeiffer teaches writing to graduate students in the natural sciences at the University of Vermont. Otherwise he has been (or still is) a bread baker, a pot washer, a firefighter, a nature guide, a videographer, a beat reporter and a consulting biologist chasing birds and insects. For more info, visit bryanpfeiffer.com. This event is recommended for adults and children over 10. Early bird tickets for $8 are available until two days before the event. After this, tickets can be purchased online for $10 or at the door until sold out. To register, visit nature-museum.org.
Musicians from Marlboro perform at Chandler Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH— Chandler Center for the Arts in Randolph presents Musicians from Marlboro Saturday evening, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m. Young British composer Thomas Adès’s work for string quartet, “Arcadiana,” is the centerpiece of a memorable program that also features piano trios by Haydn and Fauré and Brahms’s String Quintet in G Major, Op. 111. The touring artists arriving at Chandler are Michelle Ross, violin; Scott St. John, violin; Emily Deans, viola; Maiya Papac, viola; Matthew Zalkind, cello; and Gabriele Carcano, piano. As the Washington Post, pointed out: “You may not know the names of all the artists, but Musi-
cians from Marlboro is a virtual guarantee of musical excellence!” Celebrating its 52nd season during 201617, the Musicians from Marlboro touring program was created as an extension of Vermont’s Marlboro Music Festival, founded in 1951. The tours are noted not only for their joyous performances of both wellknown masterpieces and unfamiliar works, but also for offering valuable experience to artists at the beginning of their careers. The touring ensembles have always given audiences a chance to hear the coming generation of major artists playing together with distinguished musicians. Early in their careers, the program introduced such pianists
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MUSICIANS FROM MARLBORO as Jonathan Biss, Yefim Bronfman,Jeremy Denk, Richard Goode, Murray Perahia, Andras Schiff and Peter Serkin, as well as members of numerous leading chamber ensembles. Tickets for the Chandler concert are available online at chandler-
arts.org or by calling the box office at 802-7286464 weekdays, 12-5 p.m. Chandler Music Hall is fully accessible and equipped for the hearing impaired. Chandler Center for the Arts is located at 71-73 Main Street, Randolph.
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Rutland high schoolers host refugee welcoming dinner Monday, Feb. 27, 5 p.m.—RUTLAND—On Monday, Feb. 27, Rutland High School’s (RHS) New Neighbors club will be hosting a dinner of traditional Syrian food prepared by a professional chef and RHS students. The New Neighbors club, started by two RHS seniors, has over 35 members who want to help ease the transition for refugee students who will be attending Rutland City Public Schools. Money raised from the dinner will be used to
provide school supplies and other school-related needs, such as extracurricular scholarships, for the incoming students. Dinner will be offered at two seatings: one beginning 5 p.m. and another beginning 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for high school students, $10 for age 6-12 year and free for children 5 and under. Please call 802-770-1016 or email jennie.gartner@ rcpsvt.org to make a reservation.
Paramount Theater launches capital campaign TheParamount Theatre in Rutland recently launched its “Legacy in Stone” campaign. The second “naming” campaign in the theatre’s 18year history will be a commemorative and permanent salute to area residents who love the Historic Landmark Theatre and have enjoyed it for years; for some, it will memorialize family member’s decades of use and enjoyment of the storied hall. The “Legacy in Stone” Campaign will transform a 30- by 12-foot rectangle in the sidewalk directly in front of the three main entrance doors to the theatre. The Paramount is offering 1,000 bricks to be engraved at the specification of the participants. The available bricks come in three different offerings: 100 8x8 grey square bricks around the edge of the rectangle for $500, 100 4x8 red bricks comprising a Paramount “P” in the center of the rectangle for $300 and the remaining 4x8 grey bricks will fill in the remainder of the rectangle for $150 each. Executive Director Bruce Bouchard said, “Much like the ‘seat naming’ campaign of 1999-2000, this new initiative will permanently honor in an attractive brick array in front of the theatre our sponsors, our area businesses and even grandparents and parents who enjoyed many evenings and afternoons in the building; in both its current incarnation as a robust presenting hall and its many years as a venue for first-run Hollywood filmed entertainment.” Bouchard continued, “As good stewards of the tremendous generosity showed us over many years, we have conceived of this unique plan to strengthen our financial position and to create a measure of security for the institution moving forward. Unlike some legacy campaigns, this one will create stakeholder ‘positions’ planted into the sidewalk to be admired by all who enter.” The campaign had a limited offering at the annual Paramount fundraiser, Festival of Trees, and 72 8x8s, 55 4x8 reds and 52 4x8 grey bricks have been purchased. Participants can donate at paramountvt.org, see a short video about the program and proceed in one click to the “Purchase a Brick” page. This is a credit card transaction and our partners in this endeavor proceed directly to the “inscription” page where the personalized message will be captured in the Legacy in Stone database. Construction of the project is anticipated sometime in mid-2017.
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This boy is quite proud of his catch! Ice fishing derbies provide a fun day out on the frozen waterways with family and friends.
Great Benson Fishing Derby invites anglers in search of biggest catch Feb. 25-26—CASTLETON—Serious anglers, mark your calendars for the annual 2017 Great Benson Fishing Derby taking place Saturday, Feb. 25 and Sunday, Feb. 26. Fishing can take place on all Vermont waters and Lake Champlain during legal fishing hours. Anglers should bring their catch (lake trout, other trout, walleye, and Northern bass) to Derby Headquarters at Crystal Beach on Lake Bomoseen, Route 30 N., Castleton. Prizes are big: $5,800 in big fish prizes and $4,500 in big cash prizes. There will also be a kids’ fishing and raffle for $5 entry. A string of perch perch makes the child eligible for children’s fishing prizes. All proceeds from the derby go to benefit Fair Rotary Club service projects. For more information contact fairhavenrotary@gmail.com; call Jeff at 802-558-2561; or call the derby weekend hotline at 802-273-FISH.
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