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Maple Meet-Up at Merck Forest in Rupert

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Join Merck Forest for a 1.5-hour sugaring tour. See and experience maple sugaring operations, from the trees in the sugarbush to the evaporator. Fee is $10. Pre-registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.

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Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival in Arlington

The Arlington Common 3938 Vermont Route 7A, Arlington, VT, United States

Join the third annual Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival. This year’s festival provides a rich variety of presentations and workshops celebrating the wild brown and brook trout of the Battenkill Watershed and the art of fly fishing. Festival highlights include: -Keynote Presentation by Tom Rosenbauer, Orvis's Chief...

Storytime with Children’s Book Authors at Northshire Bookstore

Northshire Bookstore 4869 Main Street, Manchester Center, VT, United States

Join children's book authors Roberta Stone, K. Despres and Ginger Ragaishis at the Northshire Bookstore in Manchester.  I Have Four Eyes by Roberta Stone  "Why must I have four eyes when most of us have two?" asks a little girl who dislikes wearing glasses. Mama tells her...

The Southern Vermont HomeBrew Festival in Bennington

Southern Vermont HomeBrew Festival 113 Depot St, Bennington, VT, United States

May the Fourth Be With You at the the Southern Vermont HomeBrew Festival! The event includes over 100 different beverages to sample, a street festival vibe, food trucks, live music, vendors and more. Plus, dress up like your favorite Star Wars character and win prizes!...

Country Blues Duo Paul Rishell & Annie Raines Perform in Manchester

Southern Vermont Arts Center 860 Southern vermont Arts Center Drive, Manchester, VT, United States

Join country blues performers Paul Rishell and Annie Raines at a concert benefiting the Manchester Community Library. Collaborating as a team for 31 years, the duo has recorded six albums, including the award-winning Moving to the Country. They have also performed and recorded with John Sebastian...

Joseph Phelps Vineyards Master Class in Manchester

Ellenbogen Gallery 4620 Main Street, Manchester Center, VT, United States

Learn about terroir and the wine-making process and taste your way through the Joseph Phelps' portfolio of internationally renowned wines.  

Meet the Lambs at Merck Forest

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

Meet the lambs at Merck Forest’s springtime open house. See new lambs, chicks, piglets and more. Enjoy activities and exploration for the whole family. Food will be available as well. Suggested donation of $5.

Mayfest Arts & Crafts Festival in Bennington

Downtown Bennington Bennington, VT, United States

Mayfest Arts and Crafts Festival, an annual street fair, is one of Bennington's favorite traditions! Enjoy entertainment, food, activities, arts, crafts and more.

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Concerts on the Farm at Earth Sky Time in Manchester

Earth Sky Time 1547 Main Street, Manchester, VT, United States

Spend an evening at Earth Sky Time in Manchester for concerts. Beer, wine, pizza and desserts available. Tickets $15; students/farmers $10; kids free. See the full line-up here: earthskytime.com Rain or shine.  

North Bennington Outdoor Sculpture Show

North Bennington Village North Bennington, United States

The 27th Annual North Bennington Outdoor Sculpture Show (NBOSS) is the longest-running outdoor sculpture exhibition in Southern Vermont. The 2024 event includes more than 40 sculptures in North Bennington and 20 sculptures at Bennington Museum. NBOSS offers local residents and visitors a unique opportunity to...

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The Dead of Summer Music Festival in Manchester

Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States

Celebrate music and camping in the Green Mountains featuring Pink Talking Fish Ensemble, Max Creek, Saints and Liars and many others! This rain-or-shine event will take place at Hunter Park on 35 beautiful acres with live music, vendors, food, and craft beer. This is a...