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SUMMARY:Fayston Historical Society Meetings: Second Wednesday of Every Month
DESCRIPTION:The Fayston Historical Society has established regular monthly meetings one the second Wednesday of every month from 4- 5:30 at the Fayston Town Hall . Everyone is welcome! \nOur next meeting is Wed\, Jan 14 from 4- 5:30 pm \nFor more information and/or to join the FHS contact faystonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com\nLots of exciting things are happening!
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/fayston-historical-society-meetings-second-wednesday-of-every-month/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Fayston Town Hall\, 866 North Fayston Road\, Fayston\, VT\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Underwater Archeology of Lake Champlain in 1776
DESCRIPTION:Chris Sabick\, director of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum\, will share information on a number of previous\, recent\, and current research efforts focused on the Revolutionary War in general\, and the Battle of Valcour Bay (October 1776) and its aftermath. \nExcavations at Valcour Bay\, Arnold’s Bay\, and recent documentation and research efforts on the gunboat Spitfire will be discussed. \nThis presentation is sponsored by the MRV Libraries.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/underwater-archeology-of-lake-champlain-in-1776/
LOCATION:Joslin Memorial Library\, 4391 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Rebuilding Notre Dame Cathedral: Gothic Architecture in Action (Yestermorrow Spring Speaker Series)
DESCRIPTION:Yestermorrow Spring 2026 Speaker Series\nHistoric Preservation: Meaning\, Memory\, and Stewardship \nRebuilding Notre Dame Cathedral: Gothic Architecture in Action with Will Wallace-Gusakov \nWill Wallace-Gusakov will share his experience working in France to rebuild the nave roof frame of the Notre Dame de Paris cathedral. He’ll share images\, videos\, stories and insights from the rebuilding effort\, both from the workshop in Normandy and on-site at the cathedral in Paris. The talk will give the briefest of background information about the cathedral – a masterpiece of both gothic and neo-gothic architecture – but the primary focus will be on the extraordinary rebuilding effort\, specifically on the recreation of the nave timber frame. \nThis talk is presented as part of our Spring 2026 Speaker Series. All talks are free and open to the public\, and take place Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8 pm. No registration required\, just drop by. Join us in person or online via livestream on our YouTube channel.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/rebuilding-notre-dame-cathedral-gothic-architecture-in-action-yestermorrow-spring-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Yestermorrow Design/Build School\, 7865 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yestermorrow Design/Build School":MAILTO:info@yestermorrow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T183000
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SUMMARY:Mad River Valley Rotary Prospective Member Meet up
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered about what the MRV Rotary Club is all about? Well Wonder no more. MRV Rotary is an active\, vibrant organization of service-minded community members. The leadership team is hosting an informal gathering at Emily’s Bar & Bistro in the Village Square Shopping Center on Thursday\, April 9 from 5:00-6:30pm for those who may be interested in learning more. \nMeet some of the members and learn more about what the local club does to serve those in our community through grant funds\, hands-on projects and more. Enjoy refreshments on us! This is a great outlet for those who are new in our community\, or those who find they have more discretionary time than in the past.\nwww.MRVRotary.org
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/mad-river-valley-rotary-prospective-member-meet-up/
LOCATION:Emily’s Bar & Bistro\, 5081 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 056673
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:MRV Women in Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nLet’s dive into the Vermont Small Business Development Center resources for existing businesses and the process of working with your own free Business Advisor.  Join us for an informative session with the Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC)\, designed for existing Vermont businesses looking to grow\, adapt\, or strengthen their operations. During this event\, VtSBDC will highlight the wide range of free resources available to business owners\, including how to work one-on-one with your own free and confidential Business Advisor. Attendees will learn what the advising process looks like and how personalized guidance can support business goals at every stage. Register Today! \nThey will also share stories of women-owned businesses from across Vermont\, offering real local examples of how local entrepreneurs have navigated challenges and found success with the support of VtSBDC.  In addition\, they will share information on how existing Vermont businesses can access free legal resources\, helping owners better understand and manage legal considerations
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/78293/
LOCATION:The Featherbed Inn\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 5864 Main St\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:eric@madrivervalley.com
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SUMMARY:Waterbury LEAP Energy Fair
DESCRIPTION:Largest Energy Fair in Vermont on Sat. April 11 in Duxbury\nTime to weatherize your drafty house? Interested in energy efficient heat pumps\, electric vehicles\, or solar power for your home or business? Find the information you need at the LEAP Energy Fair\, Saturday\, April 11th from 9 AM to 2 PM at the Crossett Brook Middle School gym in Duxbury (5672 VT Route 100\, Duxbury). \nThe LEAP Energy Fair is the largest in Vermont\, and it’s completely free. Tour 50+ exhibits and talk to experts about heat pumps\, weatherization\, solar power\, energy audits\, electric vehicles\, electric lawn tools\, financing\, subsidies\, and much more. Every hour there will be special breakout sessions on many of these topics. \nThis family-friendly event includes a free magician show\, free ice cream\, free electronics recycling\, children’s activities\, and local food and refreshments while you learn how to shrink energy bills and save money. \nBrought to you by the volunteers of Waterbury LEAP (Local Energy Action Partnership). For more information visit waterburyleap.org or contact Kit Walker at rr1box8282@gmail.com
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/waterbury-leap-energy-fair/
LOCATION:Crossett Brook Middle School\, Us. 5672 VT Route 100\, Duxbury\, VT\, 05676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Public Welcome,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Waterbury LEAP":MAILTO:rr1box8282@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Communicating Across Differences
DESCRIPTION:Talking with friends and family about contentious topics can be challenging! How do you share your ideas confidently without feeling like you’re stepping on eggshells? \nThis interactive workshop will be led by Beth Malow\, author of the new book\, Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times. \nAn experienced trainer with Braver Angels\, Beth will provide practical advice and model techniques and strategies to stay engaged in difficult conversations with others.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/communicating-across-differences/
LOCATION:Joslin Memorial Library\, 4391 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Preservation and Adaptation of Modern Architecture and Landscapes: Case Studies (Yestermorrow Spring Speaker Series)
DESCRIPTION:Yestermorrow Spring 2026 Speaker Series\nHistoric Preservation: Meaning\, Memory\, and Stewardship \nPreservation and Adaptation of Modern Architecture and Landscapes: Case Studies with Britton Rogers \nThis talk is presented as part of our Spring 2026 Speaker Series. All talks are free and open to the public\, and take place Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8 pm. No registration required\, just drop by. Join us in person or online via livestream on our YouTube channel. \nTwice a year\, we curate a series of lectures on a design/build theme. This Spring\, we will take on a historic preservation theme and look at case studies\, state-wide policy and funding\, and retrofitting for modern efficiency standards.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/preservation-and-adaptation-of-modern-architecture-and-landscapes-case-studies-yestermorrow-spring-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Yestermorrow Design/Build School\, 7865 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
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SUMMARY:MRV Chamber Short Term Rental Collaborative Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Short-Term Rentals Are Here to Stay – Make Sure Your Voice Shapes the Future of the MRV Visitor Economy\nJoin the MRV Chamber’s new Short-Term Rental Collaborative to connect with fellow hosts\, share perspectives\, and help guide the Valley’s tourism future.\n\nWhen: Wednesday April 22 at 7-8 pm\nWhere: MRV Chamber Welcome Center\nIn-Person & Remote Option \nAn Initial Informational Meeting\nOver the past decade\, the lodging landscape in the Mad River Valley has changed dramatically. Traditional inns\, hotels\, and lodges have gradually declined\, while short-term rentals (STRs) now make up a significant portion of the Valley’s visitor bed base. \nAt the same time\, municipalities are actively discussing housing pressures\, STR regulations\, and how to balance tourism with community needs. These shifts have created both opportunities and tensions\, and it’s more important than ever that the STR sector engages constructively in shaping the Valley’s visitor economy. \nThe Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is convening an initial meeting to begin building a collaborative table for dialogue and action. \nWhy This Conversation Matters\nFor decades\, traditional lodging properties carried much of the responsibility for promoting the Valley as a visitor destination. STRs are now an established and growing part of that lodging mix — a fact of life in today’s tourism economy. \nAs STRs continue to grow\, it is vital that this sector pulls its weight in promoting the Valley\, helping share the responsibility for sustaining the visitor economy and supporting local businesses that depend on tourism. \nLocal municipalities are also paying close attention to housing\, STR regulations\, and community impacts. The most effective way for STR owners and dependent businesses to have a voice in these discussions is to organize\, communicate openly\, and engage collaboratively. Participating now ensures your perspectives help shape the future.  \nLearn more about the STR issue in the MRV – the Mad River Valley Planning District created a Short Term Rentals in the MRV White Paper. Created in 2021 it is somewhat dated but the most pertinent facts remain generally unchanged.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/mrv-chamber-short-term-rental-collaborative-meeting/
LOCATION:MRV Chamber Welcome Center\, 9 Route 17\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:eric@madrivervalley.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000
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SUMMARY:Preservation Policy and Tools for Improved Resiliency & Performance of Historic Buildings (Yestermorrow Spring Speaker Series)
DESCRIPTION:Yestermorrow Spring 2026 Speaker Series\nHistoric Preservation: Meaning\, Memory\, and Stewardship \nPreservation Policy and Tools for Improved Resiliency & Performance of Historic Buildings with Jamie Duggan \nThis presentation will discuss emerging policies and tools that are being developed at national\, state and local levels to support and improve the resiliency and performance of historic buildings. Featuring case studies that explore flood-proofing and armouring historic buildings for climate change\, increasing energy efficiency and performance of conditioned spaces\, as well as other topics that help overcome misperceptions about how to treat a historic building and the give-and-take of making improvements without diminishing historic character. Information and materials will be shared on new survey and mapping projects\, education and advocacy efforts at the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation and works in progress at State-owned Historic Sites. \nThis talk is presented as part of our Spring 2026 Speaker Series. All talks are free and open to the public\, and take place Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8 pm. No registration required\, just drop by. Join us in person or online via livestream on our YouTube channel.
URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/preservation-policy-and-tools-for-improved-resiliency-performance-of-historic-buildings-yestermorrow-spring-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Yestermorrow Design/Build School\, 7865 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, 05673
CATEGORIES:Community
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