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  • Wind Power: Vermont Leads

    Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

    Join Vermont Productions at The Big Picture as they return for another documentary debut. Screening Saturday, June 13th @ 7pm Please RSVP to this free event. Donations accepted at the door. WIND POWER It is relatively unknown that in 1941 in Vermont, the first megawatt-size wind turbine on Grandpa’s Knob, was connected to the local…

  • Premiere Wind Power Vermont Leads the Way Documentary

    Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

    A little known story is that of the Smith-Putnam Wind Turbine built on Grandpa's Knob near Castleton, Vermont in 1941. This was first megawatt wind turbine in the world to be connected to a utility company. The turbine ran on and off between 1941 and 1945 and it took the US over thirty years to…

  • Basket Weaving Workshop

    Blockhouse Studio 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

    Join Penny Hewitt to make your own basket and in the process learn one of the oldest crafts in human history. For thousands of years baskets served as indispensable objects in every culture. Carry on the tradition and take home a beautiful, durable and useful basket crafted from responsibly harvested, hand pounded, Vermont black ash…

  • Sunday Sessions: Eclipse

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Help us welcome Eclipse to the taproom for the first time! Eclipse is a jazz fusion band out of Middlebury, VT. Performing unique arrangements of originals and standards, you’ll be sure to be dancing and grooving.

  • MadLove Mondays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

  • Tales on Tap Short Story Discussion Series

    Mad Bush Falls 7575 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    If you enjoy book discussions but can’t find time to read a novel, consider joining the "Tales on Tap" short story discussion series. Each month this summer the group will meet to discuss two short stories by the same author. June’s selections will be “A Temporary Matter” and “Hell-Heaven” by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri.…

  • Wing Wednesdays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    On Wednesdays we eat wings! Enjoy a plate of mini bone-in pork shank wings tossed in our honey mustard and sriracha sauce.

  • Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026

    Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…

  • MRV Chamber Mad Mingle

    Hyde Away Inn 1428 Millbrook Rd (VT 17), Waitsfield

    The MRV Chamber holds periodic Mad Mingles to bring together our business community. If you are interested in hosting a Mad Mingle contact [email protected] 

  • Mad River Valley STR Collaborative Meeting

    MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce invites STR owners, hosts, property managers, and businesses connected to the short-term rental community to attend the next meeting of the MRV STR Collaborative. The Collaborative was launched this spring to help foster connection, communication, and collaboration among those involved in the Valley’s growing STR sector. The group…

  • Fresh Catch Thursday

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.

  • AI Data Centers in Vermont?

    Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield

    All are invited to a neighbor-to-neighbor community discussion about AI data centers. Hear how Royalton approved the first-in-the-state moratorium and what the broader context is for data centers in Vermont. Jane Philbrick, a Royalton Memorial Library board member, and Kip Bergstrom, Royalton Selectboard and Planning Commission member, will present information about Royalton. Dara Torre, our…

  • AI Data Centers in Vermont? A Conversation

    Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield

    The Mad River Valley Libraries invite you to join us at the Joslin Memorial Library for a neighbor-to-neighbor community discussion about AI data centers. Hear how Royalton approved the first-in-the-state moratorium and what the broader context is for data centers in Vermont.. Jane Philbrick, a Royalton Memorial Library board member, and Kip Bergstrom, Royalton Selectboard…

  • Mad Arts House & Garden Tour

    Mad Arts House & Garden Tour

    Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield

    House and Garden Tour and Mad Arts Garden Party Self-Guided Tour: June 20, 10-4 Garden Party: June 19, 5:30-7 Locations to be released just prior to event. TICKETS Prepaid Tour: $40 Day of Tour: $45 (at Gallery only) 2 Tour tickets: $70 Party ticket: $75 Tour + Party: $100 Print out map or pick up:…

  • Father’s Day Market: Split Spirits

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    America’s first Climate Neutral certified distillery—handcrafted and infused with local woods and grains for a true taste of place. Enjoy cocktails and tastings from this sustainable Middlebury-based spirits brand.

  • Co-op Board of Trustees Off-Season Meeting

    The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly, except July and August. All Co-op Shareholders are encouraged to attend Board meetings. Stay abreast of what is happening at America’s only skier-owned mountain by checking out the latest Board Meeting Minutes. If you have a comment, question or concern for the board you can reach them by emailing [email protected]…

  • Co-op Board of Trustees Off-Season Meeting

    The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly, except July and August. All Co-op Shareholders are encouraged to attend Board meetings.  Board meetings are open in person or via the Google Meet link below. Stay abreast of what is happening at America’s only skier-owned mountain by checking out the latest Board Meeting Minutes. If you have…

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Sprouts Club for Young Gardners – Ready, Set, Grow!

    Sprouts Club for Young Gardners – Ready, Set, Grow!

    Roots Farm Market 903 US Rt 2, Middlesex, VT

    Roots Farm Market's Sprout Club is for young gardeners and nature lovers. Take and make seedling starter pots, pollinator water stations, toad abodes and nature crowns. Learn about plant anatomy and lifecycles, pollinators, toads, amphibians, flowers and pest management in our summer-long series of monthly events on Saturday May 16th; June 20th, July 18th, and…

  • Father’s Day Market: As Little Cooking As Possible

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Elisa’s charming illustrations are inspired by her Finnish roots and the character of Vermont life. Explore her collection of sustainably produced prints, greeting cards, and unique gifts.

  • Father’s Day Market: Neshobe Nets

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Handcrafted in Brandon, Vermont, Neshobe Nets creates elegant fly fishing nets from locally sourced hardwoods. Designed for both performance and beauty, each piece reflects a deep connection to the region’s waters and traditions.

  • Father’s Day Market: Warren

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Warren joins us with thoughtfully made clothing rooted in New England’s rich textile history. Crafted close to home using natural materials and time-honored techniques, each piece reflects a commitment to quality, longevity, and the idea that fewer, better things are worth holding onto. Made in New England mill towns using natural materials, each piece is…

  • Art & Conversations of Freedom

    Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

    Art & Conversations of Freedom (ACF) is a 3-hour participatory experience for teens to adults. This free workshop is offered by the MRV Libraries and is supported in part by Vermont Humanities. In ACF, we examine the ideas of freedom, power, and agency through: -Pointed conversation in an agreed-upon open dialogue -Applied Theater -Art-making ACF…

  • Father’s Day Kölsch Service feat. Inseldudler Band

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re continuing our annual Father’s Day tradition of having a traditional German kölsch service in our beer garden. Come on in, have a seat, and we’ll bring your kölsch right over to you. Eight ounces of cold crisp kölsch at a time! We have a special treat this year, welcoming The Inseldudler German Band to…

  • Sunday Sessions: Bloodroot Gap

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Continuing a several-years long traditional, we have the distinction of welcoming Vermont bluegrass all-stars Bloodroot Gap back to the taproom for a Father’s Day performance.

  • MadLove Mondays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

  • Wing Wednesdays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    On Wednesdays we eat wings! Enjoy a plate of mini bone-in pork shank wings tossed in our honey mustard and sriracha sauce.

  • Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026

    Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…

  • Fresh Catch Thursday

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.

  • LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Al’s Pals!

    Mad River Barn

    Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Al’s Pals! Open for dinner from 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music from 6 – 8 every Thursday in the summer!

  • 5th Annual West Windsor, VT Music Festival 2026

    5th Annual West Windsor, VT Music Festival 2026

    West Windsor, Vermont Town Hall 22 Brownsville-Hartland Road, West Windsor, Vermont, United States

    The annual West Windsor, Vermont Music Festival returns in June 2026. Concerts will be presented on the 26th, 27th, and 28th by world-class musicians, including Skaiko Ohashi, piano, Orli Shaham, piano, Helen Kim, violin, and the Salix Trio. Tickets will be on sale starting March 1, 2026. The concerts have been enjoyed by hundreds of…

  • Split Spirits

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    America’s first Climate Neutral certified distillery—handcrafted and infused with local woods and grains for a true taste of place. Enjoy cocktails and tastings from this sustainable Middlebury-based spirits brand.

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Banoffi & Such Poptarts

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Banoffi & Such is popping up with homemade pop tarts—flaky, buttery pastries filled with seasonal flavors and just the right touch of nostalgia. Stop by for a sweet treat (or two) and a fresh take on a classic favorite.

  • Wink Designs

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Whimsical tea towels, dish cloths, notepads, and more—everyday goods with a playful twist.

  • Kathy Mehuron

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Kathy Mehuron, local columnist and author, will be joining our Makers Market with her collection of novels and nonfiction works. Through her writing, she supports her nonprofit, Take Me Back, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of the Mad River Valley.

  • Zero to Bow Drill: Friction Fire Skills with Dug North of ALONE

    The Nest Retreat 1911 Beaver Meadow Rd, Roxbury, VT, United States

    If you have ever wondered how people create fire by "rubbing sticks together" this class is for you. Even if you have never used a knife before you will learn everything you need to know to create fire with friction using the bow drill method. Join Dug North of the TV show ALONE for a…

  • Parade Camp

    Living Tree Alliance 96 Living Tree Ln, Moretown, VT, United States

    A week of farm adventures and creativity This special camp week blends the best of farm life with creative parade preparation. Campers will explore the joys of the farm while also creating costumes and building a float for the Warren Fourth of July parade. A typical day includes: —Morning farm explorations: tending animals, planting seeds,…

  • Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026

    Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…

  • Independence Day

    Join us in Warren as we celebrate our nation’s independence. Please note that Stark’s Pub is closed in observance of the holiday.

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026

    Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…

  • MRV Women in Business – Social Media Workshop

    MRV Women in Business – Social Media Workshop

    MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    These bi-monthly workshops are a place to have an open conversation about social media, what is working for everyone, what isn't, what do you need help with? The MRV Chamber's MRV Women in Business group decided to host these bi-monthly Social Media Workshops in the months in between the more structured MRV Women in Business…

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026

    Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Stark Mountain Foundation Naturalist Hikes

    Stark Mountain Foundation is thrilled to welcome back Vermont Master Naturalist Gene O. Desideraggio for our seasonal series of free, family-friendly guided hikes. More than just a walk in the woods—it’s an invitation to step into the hidden world of the Green Mountains. This season’s hikes will take place:  May 16th: 2pm-4pm – Snowshoe Trail…

  • Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026

    Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…