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SUMMARY:Unplowed Realities
DESCRIPTION:Unplowed Realities examines farms\, land\, and animals as interconnected systems of survival\, care\, and resilience at a time when small farmers face mounting economic and environmental pressures. \nThrough portraiture\, Joan O’Neal explores the animal gaze\, positioning the dairy cow as a subject rather than a resource. Her portraits invite us to consider empathy\, labor\, vulnerability\, and our relationships with other species. \nGeorge Shenk\, community activist\, experimental farmer\, writer\, and creative\, explores the human labor of sustaining small farms and the vital connections between land\, food\, animals\, and community. \nTogether\, their work asks us to reconsider how we value land\, labor\, food\, and life and reminds us that ecological health and community well-being are deeply connected.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/unplowed-realities/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley Arts\, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community
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SUMMARY:African Drumming Class for kids
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to bring people together through the joyful energy of traditional West African rhythms. Thursdays at the Big Picture from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. 6 sessions beginning October 8th through November 12th RSVP to join! *Payment is collected at the door\nAbout the event \nThe Big Picture is excited to announce an upcoming African Drumming Class for kids designed to bring people together through the joyful energy of traditional West African rhythms.\nThis is a collaboration with Shidaa Project Inc a Vermont based non-profit organization focused on education and enrichment through sharing dances\, drumming and other West African cultural activities. We are so lucky to have Samuel Maama Marquaye (link his bio to his name)\, the Drum and Dance Director for Shidaa Project\, coming to the Mad River Valley to teach these classes!!! Maama is a Ghanaian award-winning dancer\, choreographer\, percussionist and comic actor.\nSo come build community\, de-stress\, boost energy\, and celebrate Black culture!\nWe are so lucky to have Samuel Maama Marquaye coming to the Mad River Valley!!!\nSamuel Maama Marquaye is a Ghanaian award-winning dancer\, choreographer\, percussionist and comic actor. He has been the Drum and Dance Director for Shidaa Project since 2023. Since arriving in Vermont he has conducted residencies in schools and universities and taught adult drum and dance sessions. Maama taught at Lost Nation Theater’s Fractured Fables summer camps as well as Shidaa’s Cultural Camp. Over the last year Shidaa Projects has also performed at the Vermont State House for Farmer’s Night and with the Montpelier Gospel Choir. Maama has traveled outside Central Vermont to perform regularly with Akwaaba Ensemble in New York and New England. He is advancing Shidaa Projects community engagement through his dancing and drumming expertise. Prior to coming to Vermont Samuel was the Artistic Director for the award winning Shidaa Cultural Troupe in Africa.\nAfrican drumming for kids:\nNo experience needed: If you can clap your hands\, you can play these rhythms!\nTime: Thursdays at the Big Picture from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. We are starting with 6 sessions beginning October 8th through November 12th. With a possibility to continue based on interest.\nCost: $90 for 6 classes or $18 drop-in rate per class (Drums are provided). *Cultural arts supporter rate of $120 if you want to champion this offering and the artists offering it.\nKids under 5 years old must be accompanied by a parent.\nRSVP to Join\n*Payment is collected at the door
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/african-drumming-class-for-kids/
LOCATION:Big Picture Theater\, 44 Carroll Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time\, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!
DESCRIPTION:It’s Toddler Time\, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings Children’s Books! Friday mornings from 10am – 11am. \nCaregivers and their little ones are invited to explore shapes in a whole new way\, and develop those fine motor skills; all while having some creative fun! \nActivities will include painting with balloons\, creating shapes with different materials\, and color matching. \nBegins Friday\, Nov. 7th and goes for 6 weeks.\nAges: 18mo – 4yrs.\nPrice: $85 (all six classes) Drop-in Price: $15/per class
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/toddler-time-creative-shapes-art-class-at-inklings/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Inklings Children’s Books\, 106 Mad River Greeen\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inklings Children's Books":MAILTO:inklingschildrensbooks@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Halloween Toddler Time Art Class at Inklings!
DESCRIPTION:It’s Toddler Time\, Halloween Art Class at Inklings Children’s Books! Friday October 30th\, from 10am – 11am. Costumes welcome!!! \nCaregivers and their little ones are invited to have some creative fun\, making multiple crafty Halloween decorations! \nAges: 18mo – 4yrs.\nPrice: $15
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/halloween-toddler-time-art-class-at-inklings/
LOCATION:Inklings Children’s Books\, 106 Mad River Greeen\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Writers' Room: Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:October 28th – 30th @ 10am – 2pm Ramsey Brown and Becky Wahlstrom team up to offer a 3 day writing workshop. The Writers Room offers a supportive space to explore your ideas\, experiment with your writing\, and discover what makes your voice unique and compelling.\nAbout the event \nThe Writers’ Room\nA 3-Day Creative Writing Workshop | 10 AM–2 PM\nThree days to spark your creativity and unleash your next idea. \nAll you need to do is show up and bring something to write on (laptop\, journal\, napkins- you pick). Let us help you do the rest. We’re committed to creating a safe space to get the creative juices flowing\, explore what speaks to you\, and provide supportive feedback in both group\, and individual settings. Together we’ll discover what makes our writing unique\, compelling\, and relatable.\nThe workshop includes writing prompts and exercises\, free-writing time\, one-on-one mentoring\, and opportunities to read and share your work with the group. Whether you’re polishing a final draft\, developing a personal project\, or just getting started\, you’ll find encouragement\, feedback\, and inspiration.\nWe will break for lunch. The café will not be open so make sure to bring snacks and nibbles. \nBecky Wahlstrom is an actress\, writer\, arts educator\, and mental health therapist. She completed studies at Chicago Academy for the Arts\, London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts\, and University of Tennessee. Becky has worked in TV\, film\, and theatre both as an actress and playwright since the early 1990’s. She was part of Write Club Los Angeles with Ramsey Brown for 5 years writing short stories and one woman shows. Her plays have been produced in Chicago\, Los Angeles\, and Nashville Tn. She participated in the 2017 Writers Room Program at the Nashville Repertory Theatre and won the 2018 Tennessee Arts Commission Award for Playwrights. In 2021\, Becky went back to university to receive a masters in clinical social work with the aim to use her arts background in more therapeutic settings. Most recently\, Becky completed “In the Land of Triangles” a children’s book inspired by young people with Autism\, published by Dolly Llama Books. \nRamsey Brown is an actress\, writer\, arts educator\, program director\, and events coordinator for The Bigger Picture. She lived in Los Angeles for 15 years\, pursuing a career in the performing arts\, where she wrote and performed three one-woman shows that toured in theaters across several states. For more than five years\, Ramsey was a member of Write Club Los Angeles\, with Becky Wahlstrom\, where she regularly wrote and performed short stories and personal essays at monthly events at the Improv Olympic in Hollywood\, as well as other storytelling venues. Her writing has been published in Reinventing Home magazine. She has tutored students in essay writing\, taught performance writing\, and led numerous creative writing workshops with her mother\, author Janet Hubbard\, as well as Los Angeles writer Paula Killen. Ramsey is passionate about helping people find their voice through writing and performance and believes everyone has a story worth telling. \nMax participants 12\nTickets sold at the door $150/person
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/writers-room-writing-workshop/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Big Picture Theater\, 44 Carroll Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Events Women's Wellness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Step away from the everyday for a thoughtfully curated weekend devoted to feeling good – in your body\, your mind and your life – set in the Green Mountains of Stowe\, Vermont. Join us at Spruce Peak for a thoughtfully curated weekend designed to move you\, restore you\, nourish you\, inspire you and connect you — all in the extraordinary setting of Stowe\, Vermont. \nAcross the weekend\, expert-led experiences are balanced with time to enjoy The Spa at Spruce Peak\, explore the mountain\, share a meal or simply slow down. \nLearn More: https://www.sprucepeak.com/wellnessweekends
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/events-womens-wellness-weekend/
LOCATION:The Lodge at Spruce Peak\, 7412 Mountain Road\, Stowe\, Vermont 05672\, Stowe\, Vermont\, 05672\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
ORGANIZER;CN="The Lodge at Spruce Peak":MAILTO:info@sprucepeak.com
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SUMMARY:Family Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Bi-weekly Fridays. \nKick off the weekend with Family Fridays! Starting October 30th from 5pm – 6pm\, every other Friday adults can unwind during cocktail hour while kids enjoy fun\, rotating activities in the Red Room. \nA little something for everyone to start the weekend right.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/family-fridays/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Big Picture Theater\, 44 Carroll Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Live Band Karaoke and Costume Contest with The Karaoke Bandstand
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a spooktacular night of live-band karaoke at Lawson’s Finest Liquids! 🎃 Grab your best costume\, warm up those vocal cords\, and take center stage with The Karaoke Bandstand\, a four-piece band ready to bring your favorite songs to life! With prizes for Best Costume\, Best Kids Costume\, Best Karaoke Singer\, and more spooky surprises\, this Halloween bash is your chance to dress up\, rock out\, and steal the show! Join us Friday\, October 30th\, from 6–8 PM!
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/live-band-karaoke-and-costume-contest-with-the-karaoke-bandstand/
LOCATION:Lawson’s Finest Taproom\, 155 Carroll Rd\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Taproom Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lawson&#8217%3Bs Finest Liquids":MAILTO:hello@lawsonsfinest.com
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SUMMARY:Rocky Horror Sing-along
DESCRIPTION:Playing October 30th @ 7pm Come join us for a special screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show sing-along! Audience participation\, costumes encouraged.\nWe encourage you to bring props for the sing-a-long audience participation!\nIdeas to bring!\nNewspaper\nToilet paper\nParty hats\nFlashlights\nNoise makers\nBells\nPlaying cards
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/rocky-horror-sing-along/
LOCATION:Big Picture Theater\, 44 Carroll Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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SUMMARY:An Edgar Allen Poe Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Lost Nation Theater celebrates the master of the macabre with a One Night Only dark carnival of spooky kooky thrills.\nLost Nation Theater is transformed into a gothic\, hauntingly hip atmospheric chamber for eerie entertainment and dangerously decadent delicacies. Spine-Tingling Tales\, devilish modern dance\, and a costume contest for the audience complete this frighteningly fun fundraiser.\nHalloween for Grown Ups the Whole Family Can Enjoy!
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/an-edgar-allen-poe-halloween/
LOCATION:Lost Nation Theater\, 39 Main Street\, Montpelier\, 05602
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lost Nation Theater":MAILTO:boxoffice@lostnationtheater.org
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SUMMARY:Sleepy Hollow The Musical presented by Acorn Youth Arts
DESCRIPTION:Based on the classic tale by Washington Irving\, Sleepy Hollow : A New Musical reimagines the harrowing legend of the Headless Horseman as a ROCK MUSICAL ADVENTURE! Come in costume\, bring the whole family for trick-or-treating\, door prizes\, and Halloween festivities\, or just come for the show which merges film production with live performance to create a thrilling theatrical experience for individuals of all ages. \nTickets are PAY WHAT YOU CAN and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Raffles\, refreshments and souvenirs by donation\, trick-or-treating treats and door prizes for all! \nAcorn Youth Arts\, Inc is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing high-quality professional-level arts programming to rural Vermont youth. Sleepy Hollow : A New Musical (book and lyrics by Willam Allen Jones) is being performed with permission by Carysel Entertainment.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/sleepy-hollow-the-musical-presented-by-acorn-youth-arts/
LOCATION:Barre Opera House\, 6 N Main St #4\, Barre\, Vermont\, 05641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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