Community Calendar

The Nulhegan Abenaki Heritage Gathering will be held at Mount Norris Scout Reservation on August 23 - 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to noon on Sunday. Throughout the weekend there will be singing, storytelling, drumming, and dancing along with other activities to be enjoyed by adults and children. For example, you will have the opportunity to learn how to pound ash and throw a tomahawk. There will also be Abenaki vendors so you can go shopping! Please note that this is always an alcohol and drug-free event. The event will be held rain or shine due to the availability of an indoor facility. Lunch will be provided to the public on Saturday. Donations will be accepted. This is a free event. Only Service Dogs allowed.

Join us for fun and interactive programming inspired by the art of Norman Rockwell and Walter Wick, creator of the I Spy books for children. Try your hand at making art inspired by these beloved illustrators.  You’ll want to return again and again with a variety of fun and engaging experiences for the whole family; it’s the perfect way to spend some quality time together on your Saturdays this summer!

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Local transgender artist Jacob Clayton's black and white photo series Paradise City POV focuses on the intangible imprint that the glaring public display of acceptance in Northampton, Massachusetts, will have on those navigating a difficult path in life.

Debuting during Arts Night Out in the Emerging Artist Showcase from August 2 through August 29, 2025, at the Barn Door Gallery – 33 Hawley Street, Northampton. The opening reception is Friday, August 8 from 5 to 8 PM. Artist talk at 7PM. Admission is free.

World Premiere - This groundbreaking new music theater piece by Eric Henry Sanders, reconfigures a fascinating conversation between legendary composer Philip Glass and visual artist Fredericka Foster. A lyrical duet between two living artists exploring time, memory, and the creative process. The performance integrates the music of Glass, performed live on piano and percussion. Presented by Tanglewood (TLI) in collaboration with MIFA Victory Theatre and Ensemble for the Romantic Century
Dates & Times:
Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM
Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Price: $40 General Admission (service fee not included)
Event link:
bso.org/events/tli-presents-play-with-time

Vermont's oldest agricultural fair will celebrate its 179th season with midway rides for the whole family, Freestyle FMX Show, Extreme Raptors birds of prey show, live music, livestock events, Pirate Man Dan, Children's Tent activities, a maple sugar house, milking parlor, chainsaw carving, demonstrations, favorite fair food and more.

Fair highlights:
• Wednesday - Tractor Parade (5pm), Little Lies - Fleetwood Mac tribute (7pm)
• Thursday - Farm Tractor Pull (10am), Green Mountain Wrestling (7pm)
• Friday - Kingdom's Got Talent (2pm), 4x4 Truck Pull (6pm)
• Saturday - Gymkhana (10am), Horse Pull FFA (6:30pm), The Conniption Fits (8pm)
• Sunday - Power Wheels Demo Derby (12:30pm), Extreme Demo Derby Finals (6pm)

Fair admission (includes unlimited rides, shows & entertainment): $15 Wednesday; $20 Thursday; $25 Friday - Sunday ($20 online before 4pm Aug. 20); $15 for ages 65+ on Friday. Kids under 36" tall are admitted free. Parking is free.

Fair gates open at 4pm Wednesday and 7am Thursday - Sunday. Midway hours: 4-11pm Wednesday, 11am - 11pm Thursday - Saturday, 11am - 9pm Sunday

More information: 802-427-4404 or CaledoniaCountyFair.com

The fair is presented by the nonprofit Caledonia County Fair Association.

Vermont's oldest agricultural fair will celebrate its 179th season with midway rides for the whole family, Freestyle FMX Show, Extreme Raptors birds of prey show, live music, livestock events, Pirate Man Dan, Children's Tent activities, a maple sugar house, milking parlor, chainsaw carving, demonstrations, favorite fair food and more.

Fair highlights:
• Wednesday - Tractor Parade (5pm), Little Lies - Fleetwood Mac tribute (7pm)
• Thursday - Farm Tractor Pull (10am), Green Mountain Wrestling (7pm)
• Friday - Kingdom's Got Talent (2pm), 4x4 Truck Pull (6pm)
• Saturday - Gymkhana (10am), Horse Pull FFA (6:30pm), The Conniption Fits (8pm)
• Sunday - Power Wheels Demo Derby (12:30pm), Extreme Demo Derby Finals (6pm)

Fair admission (includes unlimited rides, shows & entertainment): $15 Wednesday; $20 Thursday; $25 Friday - Sunday ($20 online before 4pm Aug. 20); $15 for ages 65+ on Friday. Kids under 36" tall are admitted free. Parking is free.

Fair gates open at 4pm Wednesday and 7am Thursday - Sunday. Midway hours: 4-11pm Wednesday, 11am - 11pm Thursday - Saturday, 11am - 9pm Sunday

More information: 802-427-4404 or CaledoniaCountyFair.com

The fair is presented by the nonprofit Caledonia County Fair Association.

The acoustic jazz ensemble Rhythm Future Quartet has a clear mission: to keep the spirit of Gypsy jazz alive and expanding in today’s musical landscape. Named after a Django Reinhardt tune, this virtuosic foursome blends the classic sound of the Hot Club of France with a fresh, contemporary approach. Founded by violinist Jason Anick, the quartet performs dynamic and lyrical arrangements of both Gypsy jazz standards and original compositions, drawing on diverse international rhythms and musical idioms. With Max O’Rourke, Henry Acker, and Greg Loughman rounding out the group, Rhythm Future is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of this vital musical genre.

The DiTrani Brothers, with their bent melodies and driving rhythms, play “perilous tunes for the hopeful,” blending elements of Balkan music and early American jazz/swing. They deliver both wistful and raucous performances at venues ranging from The House of Blues in New Orleans to DIY backyard stages. Hailing from North Bend, WA, brothers Bobby and Walker DiTrani began writing songs together while traveling the country, playing music on the streets. Since then, they've recorded two albums and toured the US with drummer Eddie Gaudet. Now a quartet, with acoustic bassist Benjamin Richards, they have just released their third album, Dust Harvest.

The Bandwagon Summer Series is a family-friendly outdoor cultural performance series running from May through September. Performances including a diverse group of musical styles will take place at ballfields, farms, and parks throughout Putney, Brattleboro, and Bellows Falls. Kids under 12 always get in for free, and a dedicated play area will be available at all shows. Refreshments are sold onsite, including the return of the hugely popular Barr Hill cocktails, and food from Smokin' Bowls. Bring a picnic and a blanket or fold-up chair to enjoy our concerts.

Get ready for queer country with a twist! Jess Martin, Emmett Troxel, and Kim Hoff saddle up for a night of boot-stomping tunes, heartbreak harmonies, and just the right amount of political mischief. Classic sounds meet sharp turns as these three spin country music through a queer and subversive lens. If you don’t laugh, we’re doing it wrong.

MUSICAL FRIENDS 20th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

Musical Friends will be performing a special program to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of their popular summer concert! Enjoy passionate and uplifting music from Brazil, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, France, Ireland, Japan as well as gypsy jazz. Musical Friends creates charming arrangements of music for flute, mandolin & guitar. The group skillfully mixes a variety of musical styles which creates a delightful and unique sound.

Musical Friends combines the talents of three well known area musicians:
Leo Snow: flute, Irish flute & alto flute (director)
Mark Levesque: mandolin, guitar & cuatro
Judy Handler: guitar & arranging

Musical Friends has developed a devoted following for this annual program. The trio’s enthusiasm for this appealing blend of world music makes for an exceptional and captivating concert.

Free admission - No reservations necessary
Free parking in lot next to church
Air conditioning
Reception after concert

With significant support from The Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Trust Fund, Bank of America N.A Trustee and Grace Episcopal Church in Hartford, CT.

We welcome back this charming singer after his beguiling Ravel performance at the Tannery in 2023. The baritone offers a special hour-long program highlighting popular and cabaret songs of the early 20th century.

Songs of WWI: From Tin Pan Alley to Cabaret