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contents features

6 Keeping an Eye on Vermont Apples

22 Over Hill and Dale

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26 In Grandmother’s Attic

30 Bits and Pieces

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10-16 Calendar of Events October / November

18 People of Vermont

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20-21 Restaurant Review Sans Sai

34 Vermont B & Bs

35 Vermont Artist Profile

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VERMONT October / November 2012 Destination Vermont is published six times per year. It is produced and published by Wind Ridge Publishing, Inc. of Shelburne, Vermont.

Destination Vermont is dedicated to informing and entertaining the thousands of people who travel through Vermont year.

Please direct all inquiries to: PO Box 752, Shelburne, VT 05482 (802) 985-3091 holly@windridgepublishing.com

Publisher Holly Johnson

Editor Holly Johnson

Advertising Sales Shirley Reid

Design Laurie Thomas Greg Forber

Contributing Writers Robin reid Julia Donnini Chelsea hopper Darcy and Dale Cahill shirley reid lin stone

Cover Photo Teena Flood

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View from the Cabin Window A box of 64 Crayola crayons contains over 30 colors devoted to red, yellow oranges, and greens, but not all these hues combined can begin to depict the vibrant, ever-changing Vermont foliage colors. If you are one of the lucky people flying over this ostentatious pageant that Vermont presents to everyone during the month of October, you will be awed and energized by the spectacular splendor.

Because Vermont has a large number of sugar maples—more than 30 percent of our forests— much of our foliage consists of the maple leaf’s hues of amber orange to brilliant crimson.

This dazzling base combines with the subtle yellows of beech and aspen, the browns of the oak tree, and the purple of the ash. Together they blend to present a view that often leaves the viewer speechless with nature’s radiance.

Of course it is not only the changing colors that brings “leaf-peepers” to Vermont.

Nature’s autumn bravura is combined with a landscape that enhances its foliage performance.

Vermont’s farm fields, cultivated valleys, lake views, and mountains covered with deciduous trees is the perfect framing for the foliage seeker. It is the classic American landscape with covered bridges, rolling hills, church spires, small towns, and neighborly cities. Vermont has provided the perfect background for its fall foliage pageant.

Although any major state highway offers striking foliage scenes, more intimate views of ever-changing fall colors are found on Vermont’s back roads. I-89 has spectacular

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viewing between White River Junction and St. Albans; equally impressive is I-91 between Brattleboro and White River Junction. If your preference is less “citified” highways, equally enticing is almost any stretch of Route 100. This road will bring you through the Mad River Valley around Waitsfield and Warren, or along Amherst, Echo, and Rescue Lakes. You might prefer a short hike to Owl’s Head Peak at Groton State Forest or you could drive your car up Mount Philo Road in Charlotte to view Champlain Valley’s kaleidoscopic foliage heritage. There are also ski lifts that operate during the foliage season, including Mount Snow, Stratton, Killington, Sugarbush and Mansfield.

Those of us who live in Vermont

never do become immune to the intensity of the fall colors, nor do we take them for granted. Our mundane commutes during fall foliage are transformed daily to multi-colored spectacles. Your monotonous ride becomes a riotous exhibition of perfectly blended, complex shades of red, orange, greens, and yellow. We are often overwhelmed by the sheer beauty of our state, and the euphoria usually will last until the first rake is brought out from the garage. At that point, fall foliage acquires a completely new perspective.

For current information regarding fall foliage in Vermont you can call the Vermont Fall Foliage Hotline at (802) 828-3239 or a toll free number, (800) VERMONT.

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Keeping an Eye on Vermont Apples Photos and Story by Robin Reid In the legend of Johnny Appleseed, North American apple trees sprang up from seed. However, it’s a fact that fruit-bearing apple trees are actually propagated by grafting branches of popular, tasty, or rare varieties onto rootstock.

A single apple tree can bear multiple fruit varieties based on how many successful grafts are made to a hardy rootstock. The choices abound and local best sellers include familiar

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names such as Paula Red, Macintosh, Macoun, Cortland, Empire, Gala, Honey Crisp, Red and Golden Delicious. Some heirloom varieties remain popular such as Northern Spy, Russet, Gravenstein, and Winesap, yet hundreds of nearforgotten apple varieties have been cultivated over time.

At Walden Heights Orchard near Hardwick in the Northeast Kingdom, Todd Parlo has acquired over 400 varieties of apples from all around

the world. He grafts over 100 cold weather varieties each year to make trees available for sale. Heirloom apples often have a rough and bumpy appearance but may offer coveted surprises in texture and flavor sought after by apple connoisseurs.

Dave Boyer of Boyer’s Orchard in Monkton has a young-stock nursery of regular favorites and unique heirlooms.

Boyer cultivates over 80 apple varieties as well as plums, pears, apricots, and

vegetables. Like other Vermont Pick Your Own operations, homemade jellies and jams, donuts, honey, maple syrup, and candy can be purchased only at the orchard.

Parlo says the secret to cider is blending—sugar, tartness, and tannins—qualities not found in a single apple. Boyer’s cider season begins with a mix of Sweet William, Ginger Gold, Paula Red and Jersey Mac. The flavor matures as the season progresses and different varieties are added. You can buy fresh-pressed, un-pasteurized cider directly from Boyer’s Orchard.

This cider is not sold in any stores, but bring your jug to fill straight from the tap.

Close to Lake Champlain, Shelburne Orchards offers cider donuts, vinegar, and special cider beverages such as non-alcoholic Ginger Jack bottled at the orchard and sold there as well as in local shops and markets. Proprietor Nick Cowles recently began producing apple brandy on site in a classic still.

Shelburne Orchards is home to the Small Farms Food Festival held in September. Thousands of Chittenden County residents and others attend to celebrate the bounty of Vermont’s local food producers.

Hard cider has become a fast-selling beverage nationwide. Small-scale

and home-style cider makers are plentiful in Vermont (see sidebar) but Middlebury is home to the national giant of hard cider—The Vermont Hard Cider Company, makers of Woodchuck hard ciders.

Every bottle contains a portion of Vermont apple juice purchased from Champlain Orchards.

The rest is sourced mostly from Northeast growers.

Their Farmhouse Select is made exclusively with apples from Champlain Orchards. The company anticipates shipping nearly three million cases of product this year. Check out their availability calendar at www.woodchuck.com.

Dave Boyer of Boyer’s Orchard in Monkton with rootstock.

“Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would stil plant my apple tree.” — Martin Luther

Vermont Hard Cider’s current 60,000-square-foot facility in Middlebury has become too small to meet consumer demand. Plans are underway for a new touristfriendly 100,000-square-foot facility close to Route 7 that will include a tasting room.

Ground breaking is scheduled for

spring of 2013.

Visit vermontagriculture.com, vermontapples.org or pickyourown. org/VT.htm to locate a nearby orchard or cidery.

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Celebrate the Mighty Apple 30th Vermont Apple Festival Riverside Middle School, Springfield October 6, 9 am–5 pm Come to Riverside Middle School in Springfield, Vermont for arts, crafts, games, food, farmers market, and fun for the family.

14th Annual Champlain Orchards Harvest Festival Champlain Orchards, Shoreham October 7, 11 am–5 pm Champlain Orchards offers BBQ pork, applesauce, apple cider, fresh baked apple pies, and great side dishes. Live music.

Autumn on the Green Danville School, Danville October 7, 10 am–4 pm Autumn on the Green is an award-winning showcase for artisans, crafters, cottage industries, and businesses set amidst the spectacular views and color of autumn in Danville. Artists display a plethora

Short Selection of Vermont Hard Cider Makers of wares; musicians play from the bandstand; visitors enjoy the flavors and smells of fried dough, grilled onions and peppers, hot homemade soups and stews, wood fired pizza, and more.

Walden Heights Annual Apple Tasting Extravaganza Walden Hights Nursery, Walden October 13, 11 am–4 pm Sample more than 100 apple varieties. Learn to plant and care for cold climate apple trees. waldenheightsnursery.com Champlain Orchards Ciderfest 2012 Champlain Orchards, Shoreham October 13, 3–7 pm Enjoy a showcase of high quality sweet and hard ciders and apple wines produced in the region: cider-making demonstrations, pick your own, live music. Visit www.champlainorchards. com for pricing and tickets to both events.

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Eden Ice Cider West Charleston www.edenicecider.com Champlain Orchards Hard and Ice Ciders Shoreham www.champlainorchards.com Flag Hill Farm Vermont Hard Cyder Vershire www.flaghillfarm.com Whetstone Ciderworks Marlboro www.whetstoneciderworks.com Woodchuck Hard Cider Middlebury www.woodchuck.com

Beer Hops and Grapevines Events, music, tastings

Brewery and Vineyard Tastings

First Friday Wine-Down Lincoln Peak Vineyard, New Haven Swing by the cozy Lincoln Peak Vineyard tasting room to “wine down” on the first Friday of every month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Local cheese and yummy food available.

Wine by the glass. Admission is free.

October 5: Mayfly (Katie Trautz & Julia Wayne) November 2: Rick Klein, Michael Corn, & Tristan Henderson December 7: The Hip Replacements (802) 388-7368 www.lincolnpeakvineyard.com

Lincoln Peak Vineyard 142 River Rd. New Haven (802) 388-7368 www.lincolnpeakvineyard.com

First Thursdays: Music in the Loft Shelburne Vineyard, Shelburne First Thursdays: Music in the Loft is back! The first Thursday of every month Shelburne Vineyard hosts live music performed by local artists. Enjoy wine tasting, wine by the glass, and handcrafted burgers and hotdogs from The Noble Pig. Admission is free and open to the public. Wine and food available for purchase.

As always, 10 percent of the proceeds of each concert are donated to a good cause.

Lila Mae October 4, 6-8:30 pm “original songwriting and traditional country and blues” 10% of the proceeds of this concert will benefit Shelburne Farms. Concert will be held outdoors if weather permits.

Toni Catlin November 1, 6-8:30 pm “rootsy folk-rock, Americana and pop” of the proceeds to benefit Food4Farmers (802) 985-8222 www.shelburnevineyard.com Oktoberfest at Mount Snow Mount Snow, West Dover October 6 and 7 Mount Snow celebrates both Oktoberfest and its Harvest Arts & Craft Show on the same weekend. Great New England breweries will be on hand to pass out tasty suds for the adults. There will be a keg toss, horseshoe tournament, and stein-holding events.

Face painting for the kids, pumpkin painting, arts & crafts, a hay pile, and fall fun. Crafters and artisans from across New England will show their products at the base lodge for the harvest arts & craft show.

(800) 245-SNOW www.mountsnow.com Oktoberfest at Harpoon Brewery Harpoon Brewery, Windsor October 6 and 7, 12 pm–6 pm Enjoy authentic German food, oompah music, great beers, and fun for all: vendors, designated parking, free entertainment, food, gate admission, handicapped access, music. Admission charge.

(617) 574-9551 www.harpoonbrewery.com

Snow Farm Vineyard 190 West Shore Rd. South Hero (802) 372-9463 www.snowfarm.com Shelburne Vineyard 6308 Shelburne Rd. Shelburne (802) 985-8222 www.shelburnevineyard.com Neshobe River Winery 79 Stone Mill Darn Rd. Brandon (802) 247-8002 www.neshoberiverwinery.com Boyden Valley Winery Junction Route 15 and 104 Cambridge www.boydenvalley.com (802) 644-7279 Charlotte Village Winery 3968 Greenbush Rd. Charlotte (802) 425-4599 www.charlottevillagewinery.com Fiddlehead Brewing Company 6305 Shelburne Rd. Shelburne (802) 399-2994 www.fiddleheadbrewing.com Harpoon Brewery 336 Ruth Carney Drive Windsor (617) 574-9551 www.harpoonbrewery.com Long Trail 5520 US Rte. 4 Bridgewater Corners (802) 672-5011 www.longtrail.com Magic Hat 5 Bartlett Bay Rd. South Burlington (802) 658-2739 www.magichat.net Otter Creek 793 Exchange St. Middlebury www.ottercreekbrewing.com (802) 388-0727 Rock Art Brewery 632 Laporte Rd/ Rte. 100 Morrisville www.rockartbrewery.com (802) 888-9400

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Aerial View of The University of Vermont. Photo by Paul O. Boisvert

Ongoing Events Scary Tours, Burlington Twisted History: 11 am every Thurs.Sat. through Oct. 5 (Meets at Fountain at Battery Park) Ghosts of UVM: 7 pm every Thurs. evening through Oct. 18 (Meets at Royall Tyler Theater, UVM) Darkness Falls: 7 pm every Friday and Saturday through Oct.13, then Oct. 18-31 except 21 Cemetery Tours: Lakeview Cemetery Oct. 14 and 21 at 7 pm

First Friday Wine-Down: Lincoln Peak Vineyard, New Haven Swing by the Lincoln Peak Vineyard tasting room to "wine down" on the first Friday of every month. Local cheese and other food available; wine by the glass. 5:30 to 7:30 pm Oct. 5: Mayfly (Katie Trautz & Julia Wayne) Nov. 2: Rick Klein, Michael Corn, & Tristan Henderson Dec. 7: The Hip Replacements (802) 388-7368 www.lincolnpeakvineyard.com

Come taste our handcrafted truffles, chocolates and fudge made from family recipes handed down over four generations.

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Autumn on the Green Sunday Oct. 7 • 10 - 4

Celebrating our 10th Anniversary at Danville, Vermont

Artisans • Crafters • Antiques Food • Music FREE!

Right off Rt.2 at the Danville School 802-684-2528 • autumnonthegreen.com Sponsors: Capitol City Auto Mart, Passumpsic Savings Bank, Springeld Auto Mart, Community National Bank, Union Bank, Quality Motors Suzuki, and Crosstown Motors

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Through October 9

Story time in the Nestlings Nook, Huntington Share bird stories and crafts at Birds of Vermont Museum on the Second Tuesday of the month. Great for pre-schoolers. 10:30-11:15 am (802) 434-2167 museum@birdsofvermont.org

Through October 13

Historic Tour of UVM, Burlington Meet at the statue of Ira Allen on the UVM Green just south of the large fountain.

UVM is the fifth oldest university in New England. 90-minute walking tour of the campus. 10 am.

(802) 656-8673 www.uvm.edu

October 5

Wine Tour, Burlington Visit two Vermont wineries, taste unique varietals, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes winery.

Explore pairings with local artisan cheeses. Transportation provided from Royall Tyler Theater at UVM. 2–5:15 pm.

(802) 922-7346 www.vermontfarmtours.com

Enjoy the work of talented fiber artists at two upcoming craft guild shows. The Champlain Valley Quilters’ Show, October 20-21, and the Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild’s “Hooked in the Mountains XVI,” November 10-17. See story on page 30.

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Causes for Hope and Fun October 4 Share the Harvest Fundraiser Benefits NOFA-Vermont's Farm Share Program, which is a great way that limited-income Vermonters can purchase CSA (communitysupported agriculture) shares of fresh produce from their local farmers. Donations to the Farm Share Program go into a fund which helps subsidize CSA shares to needy Vermonters. NOFA-Vermont believes that everyone should be able to eat local organic food, regardless of their income level, while also making sure farmers get a good wage for their hard work. The Farm Share Program is funded by individual donations and by the annual Share the Harvest fundraiser.

(802) 434-4122 x 20 becca@nofavt.org October 6 High Horses Therapeutic Program Ride-A-Thon, Highland Farm, Pomfret, VT The ride crosses along parts of the AppalachianTrail through woods and meadows, peaking atop several mountaintops. Staff members and horses welcome and encourage your support, so please consider choosing a participating staff member or horse and collect pledges in their honor.

Therapeutic Riding works by involving the rider's body and mind to promote increased selfesteem and confidence, as well as to improve posture, balance, hand-eye coordination, and muscle tone.

Horseback riding gently and rhythmically moves the rider's body in a manner similar to a human gait, See page 33 for puzzle

so riders with physical disabilities often show improvement in flexibility, balance, and muscular strength.

For individuals with mental or emotional challenges, the unique relationship formed with the horse can lead to increased patience, trust, and self-worth.

Our riders range in age from 3 to 92, and have a variety of disabilities ranging from autism and cerebral palsy to developmental delays and emotional challenges. 9 am-1 pm.

(802) 356-3386 www.highhorses.org October 7 The Giant Pumpkin Regatta & Festival, Burlington Once a year, gutted giant pumpkins are gently lowered into Lake Champlain and raced by sponsors to benefit the PILOT youth leadership program.

There is a complementary festival with fall time food favorites, a Vermont craft "patch," kids' activities, contests, and more. 10-3 pm.

(802) 951-8849 llathrop@bsdvt.org October 13 Hike for Hunger, Grafton Join Hunger Free Vermont in our mission to end the injustice of hunger and malnutrition for all Vermonters. Help raise funds to support our programs that feed Vermont children, families, a n d n e i g h b o r s — a n d te a c h communities to cook. 10 am. hungerfreevt.org.

October 13 Going All Out for Autism, Shelburne Get out those dancing shoes and get ready to mingle! $40 per person. 6-9 pm.

(802) 236-9360 s.hath.stark@gmail.com

October 21 2012 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, S. Burlington or Rutland A few hours of exercise, inspiration, camaraderie, entertainment, and, most importantly, to honor someone you know who has been affected by breast cancer. People of all ages are welcome to participate in the S. Burlington 5-mile walk (with a 1-mile option) or the Rutland 3-mile walk which happens rain or shine. There is no registration fee, but participants are encouraged to fundraiser. The donations you collect enable the American Cancer Society to save lives. For the safety of our walkers and volunteers, we ask you to please leave your pets, bicycles, roller blades, scooters, and skateboards at home.

Strollers are welcome. 11 am. makingstrides.acsevents.org October 27 2nd Annual Fundraiser for the Imus Ranch for Kids With Cancer, Weston Brandmeyer’s Mountainside Lodge of Weston, Vermont is honored to host this event at the Weston Rod & Gun Club. The Imus Ranch is a working cattle ranch of 4000 acres in Ribera, New Mexico. It was founded in 1999 by radio personality Don Imus and his wife Deirdre as a charitable organization that seeks to ensure the continuity of the lives of children who are afflicted with cancer, serious blood diseases or siblings of SIDS victims. 6-11 pm.

(802) 824-5851 lisa@brandmeyerslodge.com

October 28 Mountain Bike Challenge, Trail Run & Harvest Festival, East Burke Annual endurance MTB and Running event, beginning and ending on Kingdom Trails in East Burke Vermont. The route brings riders through a wild and rarely experienced corner of the Northeast Kingdom. Proceeds from entry fees are invested in trail improvements along the route and other areas in the Kingdom Trails network. Last year all finishers received a Circum Burke beer glass made in Vermont, thanks to Catamount Glassworks. 10 am.

(802) 626-0737 November 22 Stratton's Thanksgiving Day Gobble Gobble Wobble, Stratton Mountain Resort The course is a 5K mostly on dirt roads that wind through the beautiful residential neighborhoods around Stratton.

The finish is back at the Sports Center. Free Gobble Wobble t-shirts will be given out to the registrants while supplies last. Check-in prior to the race at the Sports Center.

Park in Lot 1, which is on the left side of the Access Road and use the pedestrian walkway at the end of the parking lot to get to the Sports Center. As we continue to support our communities struggling to recover from the lingering effects of Hurricane Irene, the money raised will go to the local food banks to provide food for those in need. 9 am (7:30-8:30 am Registration). www.stratton.com

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October 6

Family Farm Tour, Shelburne Explore Bread and Butter Farm in Shelburne with your kids. Guided tour with activities and snacks/tastings.

Appropriate for 1st-5th graders. 10:30 am-12 pm.

(802) 922-7346 http://www.vermontfarmtours.com/ eatlocalweek.html

October 5-6 and 12-13

Dead North – Farmland of Terror, Danville Includes wagon rides, a half-mile walk of terror through a haunted cornfield and buildings including animatronics, the mostly live residents of Dead North, and special effects. Plus, if you survive the walk, there are three buildings in the village which you may experience. Not recommended for young children or persons with health concerns. 7 pm.

(802) 748-1399 www.vermontcornmaze.com

October 5-7

Stowe Foliage Arts Festival, Stowe Events Field Artists and artisans under heated Camelot tents. Craft demos, live music, Vermont craft beer, cheese, and sausages. 10 am-5 pm daily.

(802) 425-3399 tim@craftproducers.com

October 6

4th Annual Parrothead Festival, Okemo Mountain Resort A free party with barbeque, live music, beach balls, conga lines, and leis. 12-6 pm.

(802) 228-1600 sebbott@okemo.com

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Jay Peak Area Arts & Crafts Fair, Westfield Artisans and crafters display their works—jewelry, paintings, photography, pottery, fiber arts, wood carvings, and much more.

(802) 988-4120 Harvest Weekend at Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock Traditional Vermont harvest celebration with a husking bee and barn dance; cider pressing, harvesting root vegetables, “putting food by,” and more; spiced cider and homemade doughnuts. 10 am-5 pm.

(802) 457-2355 51st Annual Art in the Park, Rutland 51st Annual Art in the Park Fine Art and Craft Festivals featuring the superior work of over 60 fine artists and crafts people. Handcrafted woodenware, clothing, pottery, jewelry, glass, and more. Enjoy food and music while you shop. 10 am-6 pm.

(802) 775-0356 Enjoy the Vermont International Film Festival October 19-28.

October 6-7

Vermont Foliage Open Studio Weekend, across Vermont Free self-guided tours of crafts people and artists’ studios across Vermont who invite the public to visit where art is created.

Free map booklet shows numbered studio locations along with artist contact

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information and directions. Free studio tour maps available at Vermont Welcome Centers and galleries statewide, or by contacting the Vermont Crafts Council.

10-5 pm.

(802) 223-3380 vt1crafts@aol.com

October 7

Autumn off the Green, Danville Autumn on the Green is an award-winning showcase for artisans, crafters, cottage industries, and businesses amidst the spectacular views and color of autumn in Danville. Over 100 vendors offer items from whimsical to practical and feature Vermont specialty products and foods. 10 am–4 pm.

(802) 684-2528 www.autumnonthegreen.org

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Norwich Sunday Craft Fair, Norwich Farmers Market Outdoor craft fair with food and live music. Open rain or shine 10 am-3 pm.

(802) 356-2082 NEFCU 5th Annual Pumpkin Regatta, Burlington Waterfront Park, Burlington Teams of racers paddle huge hollowed out pumpkin boats on Lake Champlain to compete for the Giant Pumpkin Trophy. A family festival with kids events, food, pie eating, and pet costume contest. 10 am-3 pm. www.vermont.org

October 12-14

The Das Bierhaus Oktoberfest, Champlain Valley Fairgrounds, Essex Junction A traditional German Oktoberfest with German and Vermont beers, oompah bands, and authentic German food by ‘Das Bierhaus.’ Saturday will feature a German Car Show and a Beard and Mustache competition. Other German themed games will be ongoing.

(802) 878-5545 www.oktoberfestvt.com

The Haunted Forest offers spooky family fun October 19-20 , 25-28.

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October 13

Oktoberfest 2012, North Bennington Bavarian food, great music, cold Oktoberfest beers (and wine). Live music will be provided by the Rymanowski Brothers—one of the Capital District’s most popular Oktoberfest bands. Rain or shine, 10 am-6 pm.

(802) 442-6350 Jericho Barn Tour, Jericho Center Self-guided tour of at least 10 old barns with talks by experts on history, restoration, structure, etc. at several barns. $15 ticket includes a map, all the info, and a snack at the Community Center. 10 am-3 pm.

(802) 899-4180

The Haunted Forest, Catamount Family Center, Williston A unique and spooky experience! Mysterious guides lead participants through the dark and foreboding forest, where paths are lit by over 1,000 flickering Jack-olanterns. Advanced tickets only at The Alpine Shop on Williston Rd. or online. Children’s matinee Oct. 27.

(802) 238-0923 www.thehauntedforest.org

October 19-November 4

Art at the Coach Barn: 25th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale, Shelburne Farms, Shelburne To commemorate the 25th year of the Art Exhibition and Sale and the 40th year of the nonprofit Shelburne Farms, this is a retrospective show displaying the work of artists who have exhibited over the past 25 years. 10 am-5 pm.

(802) 985-8686 www.shelburnefarms.org

October 20

Zombie Run, Essex Junction Zombieinfested 5K Obstacle Run. Runners, zombies, spectators, and activities for the kids. 9 am-4 pm.

(802) 752-7670

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October 20-21

Champlain Valley Quilters’ Show, Shelburne Health & Fitness, Shelburne Spectacular display of quilts, merchants’ mall, silent auction, quilt raffle, handmade crafts, and demonstrations.

(802) 876-7434 www.cvqgvt.org

October 26-28

Vermont Fall Antique Expo and Sale, Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction The Expo will be the same weekend as the 32nd Annual Fall Essex Craft & Fine Art Show, Vermont’s largest craft show. The two separate shows will be offered for one price, $8. Fri. Oct. 26, noon-6 pm; Sat. Oct. 27, 9 am-6 pm and Sun. Oct. 28, 10 am–4 pm.

(802) 878-5545 www.cvexpo.org

October 27

Annual Halloween Tour, Morrisville Explore a museum spookily decorated with themes from Victorian Gothic literature. 1-5 pm.

(802) 888-7617 Halloween Parade and Festival, Church Street Marketplace, Burlington Trick-or-treating at participating Marketplace stores. Look for the yellow pumpkin in the window. At noon, join the costume parade that forms in front of City Hall and comes up the Marketplace. 10:30 am-4 pm.

(802) 865-7596 www.churchstmarketplace.com

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November 23

Haunted Happenings at Shelburne Museum, Shelburne Annual Halloween party: trick-or-treat on the grounds, play games, and enjoy activities.

Theme: sci-fi. 10 am-1 pm.

(802) 985-3346 www.shelburnemuseum.org

Santa Claus Parade, Church Street Marketplace, Burlington Santa comes to the Marketplace in a miniature horse-drawn carriage. The Jolly Old Elf will greet children inside Burlington Town Center following the parade. Live reindeer, holiday tree lighting at 5:30 pm on the top block.

Following "The Night Before Christmas" musical, the holiday tree and all the trees up and down Church Street will be magically lit.

Beginning at noon in front of City Hall.

(802) 865-7253

November 3-4

Savor Vermont “A Culinary Experience,” Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Junction An array of specialty foods, beverages, farm products, artisans, chefs, caterers, restaurants, and others who have helped make Vermont’s cuisine an attraction for tourists, connoisseurs, and localvores. Sat. 10 am–6 pm, Sun. 10 am–4 pm.

(802) 878-5545 cvexpo.org/SavorVT.html

November 23-25

Thanksgiving Weekend at Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock Upon President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation of the first national Thanksgiving in 1863, a New England tradition was born. Immerse yourself in Vermont’s rural agricultural past at the Billings 1890 Farm House with horse drawn wagon rides, farm tours, hands-on harvest, food preservation activities, and programs for every age. 10 am-3:30 pm.

(802) 457-2355 www.billingsfarm.org

November 10-17

Hooked in the Mountains XVI, Shelburne A hooked rug and fiber art exhibit at the Shelburne Museum Round Barn featuring three floors of exhibit space and over 500 works of art. 10 am–5 pm.

(802) 434-4517 www.gmrhg.org

Nov. 30-Dec 2

20th Annual Vermont International Festival, Essex Junction An annual celebration of cultures from around the world bringing their crafts, foods, music, and dance to Vermont’s doorstep. Meet over 40 vendors offering reasonably-priced and unique handcrafts from around the world. Sample delicious and affordable ethnic cuisine. Enjoy multi-cultural music and dance. Nov. 30, 5-8 pm, Dec. 1, 10 am-6 pm, Dec. 2, 10 am-5 pm.

(802) 863-6713 www.vermontinternationalfestival.com

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Vermont Hand Crafters’ Holiday Fine Craft and Art Show, Sheraton Conference Center, Burlington All products are handcrafted and produced in Vermont by a Vermont Hand Crafter member.

(800) 373-5429 www.vermonthandcrafters.com

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People of Vermont Interview with photographer Paul O. Boisvert

by Julia Donnini

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Sunset kite boarding, Oakledge Park, Burlington by Paul O. Boisvert.

Disenchanted with his studies at the University of Vermont, Shelburne native and professional photographer Paul Boisvert hopped on his motorcycle and rode out west to begin a freelance career—only to return to the state that helped mold him as an artist.

Boisvert’s photographic talent is known far beyond the Green Mountains’ borders. He has contributed to the New York Times for more than 30 years, and he is frequently published in Vermont Life and Eating Well magazines. Despite having traveled worldwide for his craft, this accomplished Vermonter continues to publish work detailing Vermont’s beauty and quirkiness that define his Green Mountain upbringing.

How did a childhood on Shelburne Farms shape your perspective as a photographer?

Champlain College Campus by Paul O. Boisvert. Both of these photos are featured in Boisvert’s book, Burlington: A Sense of Place.

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Growing up, I always knew it was an incredibly beautiful place. I’d go to school in Burlington and brag to my childhood friends that I lived on a ranch with castles. It was like a dreamland.

My father bought me my first camera at eight years old, a Hero Imperial 120, so I took pictures of anything and everything, like my mother’s flower garden.

It turned in to a more serious hobby in high school.

What is distinctive about your art?

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What prompted your leap from university to the world of freelance photography?

I started freelancing on April 1, 1976. I was so happy because I loved the challenge.

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What other distinctive aspects of the area influenced your work?

I met my wife when she was working at the New England Culinary School in 1987.

We did a lot of traveling where I met a lot of chefs. After that, I went on to work for magazines like Gourmet, Bon Appetit, Eating Well, and Cooking Light. Vermont has this great locavore food culture that I love.

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Review by Chelsea Hopper Photos by SRM Photography Our men were out of town, so my mom and I decided to put on some high heels and have a girl’s night out.

I was determined to go somewhere new and the only place I wanted to try was San Sai in Burlington.

I heard they have the best sushi around and I wanted to see if the reviews were right. Oh boy… were they!

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It had a warm contemporary loft feeling that was very welcoming. We sat at our table next to the exposed brick wall and salivated over the menu.

We started with a carafe of sake and miso soup. Both were served piping hot and warmed us up after the chilly weather outside. Next, we both had the three-salad sampler. We really had no idea what to expect and were happily surprised when traditional Japanese salads arrived. The first was a classic green seaweed salad, which had a great “bite” to it. The next was

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black seaweed, called hijiki, which had a hint of spice that made it hard to stop eating. The last was kinpira gobo, which is composed of burdock root and carrots. It was fun to try three different kinds and find they all blended well together.

For our entrée we decided to share the special sushi sampler.

This was a plate of six pieces of sushi and one roll, which was selected by the chef from his a la carte menu. My favorites were the fluke that was topped with yuzu lemon and sea salt, and the yellowtail wrapped in a Japanese mint leaf. All of the sashimi was fresh and melted in

your mouth. The sampler was so good that once we finished it, we immediately ordered another in order to taste the ones we missed the first time around.

After all of the food and sake we were too full to fit in any dessert, but I am determined to have the green tea ice cream the next time I go. Like any true foodie, I took pictures of every dish and emailed them to both my dad and boyfriend.

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Over Hill and Dale

Photos and Story by Darcy and Dale Cahill Ever wonder what Vermonters do when they aren’t skiing? Many of us turn our skis and snowboards in for mountain bikes, and we are not alone. Riders from all over the country and abroad look forward to riding in Northern Vermont during the spring, summer, and fall. With over fourteen active mountain bike clubs in Vermont, five of them

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in Northern Vermont, there are hundreds of trails to ride and more are built every season.

This past June, New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA) held its annual festival at Burke Mountain in the Northeast Kingdom.

President Phil Keyes describes Vermont’s northern trails as “must ride” destinations.

Life is good and we’re ready to roll in the Green Mountains.

The Northeast Kingdom East Burke is home to both gravity and cross country trails and the population swells with mountain bikers. Our first stop is East Burke Sports whose owner John Worth is considered the founding father of mountain biking in the area.

His store has it all, bike rentals, sales, repairs; great gear; a knowledgeable staff that rides the trails every chance they get and can outline a ride of any duration and expertise level. Right next store, Bill, the owner of the East Burke Market, supplies riders with gas, beer, freshly grilled burgers, energy drinks, and just about anything a rider needs to replace calories burned while riding the trails.

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Stowe

The Kingdom Trails’ over 100 miles of single track takes the brunt of the biker load. The trails are well established and well marked. Some of our favorites are Sidewinder, Troll Stroll, and Old Webs. Next we head to Burke Mountain’s downhill gravity trails. Much like skiing, the trails are marked with green circles, blue squares, and black diamonds. Riders load onto chairlifts while lifties load their bikes. Riders and bikes are reunited at the top and can choose to descend on single track or Bike Park trails. Jester, a wide, entry-level trail with roller-coaster berms and Knightslayer, a world class jump trail with a 20 x 40 foot wall ride, table tops, and step downs are two favorites.

The Kingdom Trails website www. kingdomtrails.com offers information about the cross country and gravity trails, lessons at their gravity school, places to stay, where to eat, and how to get there. The town of East Burke

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offers the quintessential Vermont experience with a quaint downtown and a wide range of comfortable bed and breakfasts, inns, eateries, and the popular Trout River Brewery in nearby Lyndonville.

Stowe Known by many as the “ski capitol of the East,” Stowe is fast becoming

a mountain biking Mecca. We begin all of our trips to Stowe at Iride, on the Mountain Road. Owners Paul Hammond and Ron Murray specialize in expert bike repairs, equipment sales, demos, and a full line of Santa Cruz mountain bikes. They are as likely to offer you a cold beer while showing you where to go for the “flowiest” ride as they are to make a quick repair.

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Stowe Mountain Bike Club’s newly published map with over fifty miles of single track makes it easy to find your ride. (www.stowemtnbike.com) Trailhead parking is easier to find and all the trails are now clearly marked.

Local trail-building guru Hardy Avery points out that the trail maps make it possible for “super psycho riders to ride all day, and beginners to get started on easier terrain.” The maps are sold at all of the local bike shops.

The Trapp Family Lodge’s twelve miles of private trails are gaining recognition for their flowing trails with progressions that are perfect for the first-timer or for the seasoned veteran. This is a good place to introduce friends and family to mountain biking. Trapp’s Sports Center has bike rentals for every size, a skills park, group and individual lessons for all levels, guided tours on and off the property, and a retail shop with bike apparel as well as

a wide selection of healthy trail snacks.

After the ride, there are plenty of places to eat and listen to live music.

Jazz pianist and local Vermont legend, John Cassel plays in the Trapp Family Lounge Thursday through Sunday.

Trapps’ Deli/Bakery/Brewery also has live music every Saturday from 3-6 pm. Back in town, good music and good food go hand in hand at the already well known Piecasso’s, The Matterhorn, or The Rusty Nail.

Vermont will include maps, resort overviews and information about where to stay, shop, and eat while in the area.

Dale and Darcy Cahill live in Vermont where they love to mountain bike, ski, and play music. They have written numerous articles for Bluegrass Unlimited, written two books about tobacco sheds in the Connecticut River Valley, and own a ski bar in Smugglers’ Notch. You can learn more about their books at tobaccosheds.com.

There are a large number of Mountain biking clubs throughout Vermont. If you plan on mountain biking during your stay, Vermont Mountain Biking Association’s web site www.vmba.org is a good place to track down local chapters.

Mountain Bike Vermont’s website www.mtbvt.com offers information about local mountain biking events and rides. Their soon to be published book Mountain Bike

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“In Grandmother's Attic there was...

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a duck decoy, scrimshaw, and a 'striking Tommy."'

By Shirley Reid Remember the good old days when we all had money to spend on fine art, caviar, and other luxuries? No, neither do I, but that doesn’t stop me from shopping at every antique store that looms into view on a road trip around Vermont. And to tell the truth, I will slam on the brakes and turn around with the knowledge that even though I may not buy anything, the lure of antique shopping will never fade.

So, with great anticipation for discovering the treasures of our Vermont antique stores, I set out one crisp fall day to fulfill my craving for the unexpected. Like the cawing crow, I searched to discover vintage chrome furniture and first edition books. In preparation, I had interviewed both young and old with this question: What would you shop for if you could buy any antique?

My research was fruitful in capturing trends in the antique world. The twenty-somethings are looking to complement an existing modern style: high fashion outfits with delicate art nouveau jewelry, or large enamel

signs with 1930’s graphics to set off a brilliant red leather sofa. The older crowd is into marble-topped tables (see sidebar, “A Vermont Ghost Story”) or retro chrome. One person was willing to spend thousands on a coal miner’s candle holder called a “striking Tommy,” one of only a few made in the United States.

Personally, my eye always looks for an overlooked painting or sculpture from the late 1800s. On Flynn Ave. in Burlington, Vintage Inspired’s proprietress, Mary, finds that her customers seek out extremely unusual items, such as the antique Remingtonmade skeet-shooting device. Get your clay pigeons lined up, or so the saying goes.

Still highly popular are country cabinets, although now you can find them with a unique twist. Tom, at Champlain Valley Antiques on Shelburne Road, says his best sellers are simple, functional, and in good condition. “We have been recycling for 18 years; the longest running green business is antique refurbishing,” he

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A majolica lamp at Chez Bohème states with a chuckle. His accessories and farm tables are his best sellers.

Patina, in Shelburne Village, says that Vermonters’ rural aesthetic for antique geese and duck decoys never goes out of fashion. Patina's designers help customers create a Vermont look that is sophisticated and references the past.

Jim Dickerson, long time Vermont auctioneer, is looking to expand his appraisal business and is always searching for trends (even though he

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Brianne’s Vintage says that industrial is in fashion at the Brimfield Antique Market. Photo displays a burlap-covered steel lampshade at her shop. will always be a stalwart fan of early American fine furniture). He feels it is a good time to buy and sell. On a recent trip out of state he was interested to discover that mid-century (i.e.1950’s) tables and chairs are bringing in the big bucks. Michael Findlay whose new gallery in Middlebury, “Galerie Provenance,” has only been open for a month confirmed that aesthetic. He is selling a pair of chairs in the style of Hans Wegner for a cool $400, a similar

Today contemporary art can be paired successfully alongside antiques.

pair recently sold for $4400 on ebay.

His shop is across from the Edgewater Gallery, which showcases the finest Vermont artists. Findlay also has a beautiful Chippendale desk for under $5,000. Better snap it up before Jim Dickerson does!

Allen Simon, the trendsetting former owner of Patina, in Shelburne, is still rehabilitating and rebuilding antique furniture in his new shop next to Starry Night Café on Rte. 7 in Ferrisburg. At

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Patina’s, your basic bedside stand will still have an antique wooden surface, but the beautifully carved table legs are a subtle, barn red; or the cabinet will be newly built using old drawers. New and old at the same time!

Vermonters, well known for our conservative “bahn here” (that’s born here for you flat landers) practical style are finally branching out and accepting a mix of styles and creating a whole new attitude for ourselves. Chez

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Bohème in Shelburne is another store that carries refurbished furniture, antiques, and art. Jenny Blanchard has the brightest’ most cheerful eye in town, and the walls of her store are graced with Robin Price’s paintings.

One antique store where variety and quality are equally valued is Stone Block Antiques in Vergennes. The large glass windows display objects d’art that are always changing.

The week I checked them out they had they had a full-length, life-sized, impressionist portrait of a woman set in a gorgeous gold frame that filled one whole side of the storefront. The frame has since sold; however, the lovely portrait is still available for $2000.

If you are shopping for antique jewelry, the place to go is Middlebury Antique Center featuring the booths of multiple dealers. You can shop for spectacular Bakelite or quality opals and look for treasures from $5 to $5000. You can even buy the business and become an antique dealer in Vermont yourself!

I start my annual search for unique Christmas gifts in all of these places, and I wish my family would do the same. (I actually have enough fancy soap, thank you). Indulge yourself in some journeying about, overdose on visual stimulation, and treat yourself and your family to a pleasant day of art and antiques in Vermont.

Bakelite jewelry is highly collectible and fun to wear.

A Vermont Ghost Story Retold by Shirley Reid Two antique dealers from New York were on their annual purchasing trip to Vermont. They had a pretty sound and clever method. They would go from farmhouse to farmhouse and ask families if they would be interested in parting with any of the old stuff or furniture in their homes. They were careful not to use the words “family heirlooms” as they found that sentimentality was often the reason people would not sell to them.

One night they were driving on a dirt road in Starksboro—long past the time they would normally have settled into a motel for the night. Eventually, they admitted to one another that they were lost.

Suddenly their car died and rolled to a stop right in front of a beautiful old farmhouse. Warm lights shown from the windows. Thinking that they might also have happened upon an excellent business opportunity, they decided to ask to use the telephone. They tapped the Venetian bronze doorknocker, which was in the shape of a perfect little hand, and then couldn’t help but wonder if it would be difficult to detach it from the door.

An older couple soon arrived. After hearing the dealers’ request, the couple explained that they were sorry, but they had no phone. However, the New Yorkers were welcome to come in and have a bite to eat and spend the night if they needed to. The grateful dealers were soon seated in the parlor and telling tales of their business. Just that day they had

bought a nice collection of silver dollars, and, by the way, they said, that is truly a beautiful marble-topped coffee table in the parlor. The ancient couple smiled, held hands, and said it was their wedding present to each other, and no, it was not for sale.

All went well that night, the dealers slept like the dead, and early the next morning the house was quiet so they set out to see if their car would start. It did. But, before leaving they made a gift of two silver dollars, one for each of the nice old people bearing the dates of their births, 1911 and 1912, which they left on the marble-topped table.

Ten miles down the dirt road the antique dealers came to a diner—clearly the gathering place for locals. They chatted up the waitress at the counter and regaled her with their adventure of the night before. The guy sitting next to them was skeptical.

“Where’s this place you are talking about?” he asked.

“Back down Quaker Road about 10 miles”, he was told.

“Couldn’t be… that house burned down 40 years ago with the old couple in it. It was a real tragedy!”

The antique dealers were astounded. They popped back in the car and retraced their steps. When they reached the place they thought they had spent the night all that they saw was a standing stone chimney in a grassy field. They stepped out of the car and crept to the cellar hole. There, in the overgrowth of thorns and weeds, was the marble top of the table they had admired, legless of course. And on top of the marble were the two silver dollars!

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Bits and Pieces

By Lin Stone

“Our lives are like quilts: bits and pieces, joy and sorrow, stitched together.”

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When cooler winds prevail and the sun sets early and low, many Vermont fiber artist’s turn out an inspired market harvest. Quilts, wall hangings, and hooked rugs, may be traditional craft fare, but many fiber artists—both old and new— have interpreted the craft for themselves and the results hold many surprises.

Perhaps most startling to this writer was this season’s exhibit at Shelburne Museum, When Men Quilt: Civil War to the Present on exhibit until October 28. The show highlighted quilts made by men from several eras and occupations—from recuperating Civil War soldiers to contemporary textile artists. One contemporary kinetic quilt from Arturo Alonzo is made of high-tech materials such as mylar, paint, plexiglass, canvas, and metallic threads. It rotates on the museum’s wall to suggest planets as seen from the window of a satellite.

Historically, women were homemakers and needlework generally served practical purposes: bed linens, curtains, rugs, and clothes. Needlework also served all echelons of women as relief from monotony and sorrow.

Men also turned to needlework to relieve monotony, but primarily as an alternate activity to soothe shattered nerves when confined by injury or illness.

Some took up quilting with a competitive spirit and great technical accomplishment. One such example in the Museum’s show was quilt maker Alver Small (1886-1953). Small’s occupation had him working with explosives and heavy machinery in Illinois, but he took up quilting in response to a dare from his wife’s quilting group after he’d teased them about how long it took to complete a quilt. Small made three quilts, one of which contains over 123,000 hexagons just ¼-inch wide. It took him about 6,000 hours and four years to make—but somewhat Q “Small Medium at Large,” 2007.

Quilt by George Sicilano, collection of National Quilt Museum, Paducah, KY. Photo courtesty of Shelburne Museum.

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Nov. 10-17 Shelburne Museum Round Barn Shelburne www.gmrhg.org The largest rug-hooking guild in the country hosts this eight day juried event at the Shelburne Museum’s Round Barn. More than 400 rugs, as well as classes, speakers, and reception. Not to be missed.

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disappointingly, details were not supplied regarding whether his experience ended the teasing.

Shelburne Museum’s Leslie Wright commented, “Men have a very different approach to quilting. Women have a long heritage of how to quilt, but men are not bound by the same compulsion. They draw from their own experiences and the results are very different.”

According to the Museum’s show literature, men often take a “subject first” approach and then study the techniques to execute the idea. This apparently is in contrast to many women’s approach as they traditionally master the sewing and piecing skills first and then select patterns to demonstrate proficiency.

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Forever Bloom Quilt Shop and More

November 10-17, 2012

At the Shelburne Museum’s Round Barn, Shelburne, Vermont Artist’s Reception Guest Speakers Daily Children’s Education Special Package Tours Silent Auction Raffle Rug Refreshments

Featuring the Art of Catherine Henning Ann Winterling and Elizabeth Guth

3762 Shelburne Road Suite 8 Tenneybrook Square Shelburne, Vermont 05482 (802) 399-2474 foreverbloomquiltshop.com

3 Day Workshops Teachers include:

Liz Alpert Fay Rae Harrell Anne-Marie Littenberg Lisanne Miller Janet Conner Judith Dallegret

Sara Judith Diane Learmonth Diane Burgess Judy Carter Donna Hrkman Diane Phillips

For more information please visit • Over 450 Works of Hooked Art • More than 20 Vendors

www.gmrhg.org 802-434-8191

Show Hours: 10 am–5 pm daily $8 adults, $6 seniors, children under 12 are Free. $15 weeklong passes.

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technically skilled and artistically adventurous spirits can be witnessed in quilt competitions and exhibits throughout the state.

The Champlain Valley Quilters Guild will hold its 30th Annual show and competition Oct. 20-21 at the Shelburne Health and Fitness.

“Man Stuff #1, Hammer,” 2008.

Quilt by Luke Haynes, collection of Todd Newell. Photo courtesy of Shelburne Museum.

Green Mountain Rug Hookers Guild (GMRHG) are another example of fiber artists redefining traditional craft in innovative ways. Themes for GMRHG’s 16th annual competition and exhibit at the Shelburne Museum’s Round Barn Nov. 10-17 are “Time and Motion”: concept examples include “when time stands still,” “when time flies,” or “time heals all wounds.” Additionally, there is a challenge opportunity given for members to explore new rughooking skills; this year’s theme is the “Miracle Challenge.” Rug hookers are asked to define or redefine what constitutes a miracle. Further creative inducement is suggested in collaboration—rug hookers are challenged to partner with a photographer, painter, sculptor, or writer to inspire design images or mix media. For instance, a painter or photographer could produce a two-dimensional image to then be hooked, or a writer might create a poem that inspires the rug hooker’s visual image.

So, if your bias was that crafts such as quilting or rug-hooking were predictable, provincial, or mundane, visit today’s guild shows; you’re in for quite a surprise.

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vermont B & B’s The Black Bear Inn

The Inn at Charlotte

32 State Park Road Charlotte, Vermont 05445 800-425-2934 BowerJr@yahoo.com www.innatcharlotte.com

Williston 802-879-6001

Grunsberg Haus Waterbury 800-800-7760

Stowe 802-253-6282 stay@stonehillinn.com

Wilder Farm Inn

Weathertop Mountain Inn

Stone Hill Inn

Waitsfield 802-496-9935 info@wilderfarminn.com

Waitsfield 802-496-4909

The Woods at Wihakowi

Stowe 802-253-1882 info@threebearsbandb.com

Northfield (877) 966-3588, (802) 778-0205 www.thewoodsvt.com

The Hidden Garden

Hinesburg 802-482-2118 info@thehiddengardens.com

Dreamhouse Country Inn When travelling in the Champlain Valley it is always wise to stop at a B & B that provides comfort, cleanliness, and a twist. That would be The Inn at Charlotte, a great place to stay with a proprietor who happens to be a masterful artist.

His artwork graces the comfortable living space and a visit to your host Duker Bower’s studio is always a surprise. His skill is in realism, and if you are lucky he will paint your portrait while you are his guest. The rooms are spacious and beautifully attired, the community breakfasts are a time to make new friends, the location is prime. The Inn is close to the Charlotte Ferry, the Shelburne Museum and the football games at Middlebury College. You can hike Mt. Philo right out the door and still make it to Burlington in time for dancing in the Music Capital of Vermont. Call 1-800-425 2934 www.innatcharlotte.com.

Catamount

Bolton Valley 800-395-6335 innkeeper@blackbearinn.travel

Bristol 802-453-2805 innkeeper@dreamhousecountryinn.com

Old Stagecoach Inn

Waterbury 802-244-5056 lodging@oldstagecoach.com

The Gables Inn

Stowe 802-253-7730 info@gablesinn.com

The Inn at Grace Farm

Fairfax 802-242-4043 theinnatgracefarm@comcast.com

Moose Meadow Lodge

Waterbury 802-244-5378 relax@moosemeadowlodge.com

Sleepy Hollow Inn

Huntington 802-434-2283 info@skisleepyhollow.com

Three Bears at the Fountain

Green Mountain Inn Stowe 802-253-7301

Willow Pond Farm Shelburne 802-985-8505

Ten Acres Lodge

Stowe 800-327-7357 stay@tenacreslodge.com

Beaver Pond Farm

Warren 800-685-8285 innkeeper@BeaverPondFarmInn.com

The Old Hotel*

Bristol 802-453-2567 theoldhotel@gmavt.net

Inn at Buck Hollow Farm Fairfax 800-849-7985 inn@buckhollow.com

The Willard Street Inn

Burlington 802-651-8710 info@willardstreetinn.com Pet Friendly

Vermont Artist Profile

Shirley R. Thompson

paints with pastels. At least “painting” is what she calls her technique which consists of applying layer upon layer of color to special sanded papers.

Her palette of pastels has some 2,000 colors and types of pastels, some soft, some hard, sometimes sparkling, collected from all corners of the world. A teacher and a prolific artist, Thompson creates many paintings a year, “I try to paint every day, some paintings take a week, but I particularly love the fall harvest and the spring blossoms. I paint everything I find colorful and exotic from tilted Vermont barns to pumpkin headed scarecrows, from parrots to straw hats and quilts, I don’t think many artists do that. If I have good idea I usually do a series of eight or nine of them.”

You can see Shirley Thompson’s artwork at her web page: ShirleyThompsonFineArt.com

“Hail to the Mighty Apple,” Pastel on Paper, 11” X 5”

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