BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://madrivervalley.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260615T162808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T162808Z UID:10055306-1781803800-1781812800@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Automatic Slim DESCRIPTION:be driven to move and groove to Automatic Slim’s classic funk/rock disco/jazz jams.\nDance in the soft grass or kickback and take in the sites and sounds emulating from the Warren pavilion on the green. Thursday\,\nJune 18th 5:30-8:00 pm. Bring a blanket\, bring dinner and enjoy the evening with us at the pavilion. URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/automatic-slim/ LOCATION:Warren Municipal Building\, 42 Cemetery Road\, Warren\, VT\, 05674 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/automatic-slimco.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260519T234512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T015950Z UID:10054794-1781798400-1781809200@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Fresh Catch Thursday DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nEvery Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up. Come on down and enjoy the freshest oysters you can get your hands on\, and a variety of weekly specials that often include lobster rolls\, shrimp cocktails\, tuna poke bowls\, blue crab quesadillas\, and more! \n \n \n\n\n\n\n Details\n \n\n Date: Time: \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Organizer\n \n \n \n\n\n\n Venue\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Add to Calendar\n \n\n \n \n Google Calendar\n \n \n \n Outlook\n \n \n \n Yahoo Calendar\n \n \n \n Download (.ics) URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/fresh-catch-thursday-54/ LOCATION:Lawson’s Finest Taproom\, 155 Carroll Rd\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Taproom Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DSC6198-scaled-e1765790762187-6hWwyX.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lawson’%3Bs Finest Liquids":MAILTO:hello@lawsonsfinest.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T210000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260609T161039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T163148Z UID:10056071-1781784000-1781816400@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The Valley Artists Guild proudly announces the 14th Annual Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition (GMWE) —an acclaimed celebration of watercolor painting that has grown from a grassroots show in 2012 into a nationally recognized summer exhibition. \nThe 2026 exhibition will be held June 11 through July 19 at the Historic Red Barn Galleries at Lareau Farm & Forest\, located on Route 100 in Waitsfield\, Vermont. \nFeaturing the work of over 60 accomplished watercolor artists from across the United States\, the exhibition draws more than 3\,000 visitors each year to experience a vibrant and diverse range of contemporary watercolor painting\, including entries in conjunction with the Whiskey Painters of America—it’s a show within a show! \nThis year\, more than $7\,000 in awards will be presented to artists demonstrating exceptional skill and vision in the medium. \nThe exhibition has received international attention\, including recognition by the French publication Art of Watercolour as one of America’s premier summer watercolor exhibitions. This distinction continues to attract highly regarded jurors who carefully select outstanding works for inclusion and award honors. \nCome spend an evening summer with us in the beautiful Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm (home of American Flatbread)\, Waitsfield\, VT. Gallery hours are the same as American Flatbread dinner hours\, Thursday through Sunday. URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/green-mountain-watercolor-exhibition/2026-06-18/ LOCATION:Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm\, 48 Lareau Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673 CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026GMWE_Newsletter1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T193000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260417T194445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T173342Z UID:10054678-1781717400-1781724600@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:MRV Chamber & VT Lodging Assn. Joint Mixer DESCRIPTION:A First for the Valley: MRV Chamber and Vermont Lodging Association Host Joint Mixer at the Hyde Away\nThe Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a first-of-its-kind collaboration with the Vermont Lodging Association (VLA): a joint regional mixer bringing together lodging professionals\, Chamber members\, and tourism partners from across the state. \nThe event will take place on Wednesday\, June 17\, from 5–7 p.m. at the Hyde Away Inn & Tavern in Waitsfield. \nThis gathering marks an important moment for the Mad River Valley business community. In recent years\, the MRV Chamber’s advocacy work—particularly in the lodging and tourism sector—has gained increasing attention at the state level. Legislative efforts and ongoing engagement from our members have helped elevate the Valley’s voice in conversations about Vermont’s visitor economy. \nThe Vermont Lodging Association’s decision to co-host this event is a meaningful acknowledgment of that work and of the strength of the MRV Chamber as a convening organization. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with VLA and to welcome colleagues from across Vermont to the Valley. \nAt the center of this collaboration is the Mad River Valley lodging community itself—one of the most active and engaged sectors of our local economy. From innkeepers and property managers to hospitality professionals and year-round operators\, this group continues to play a leading role in shaping both the visitor experience and the policy conversations that impact it. \nWe are especially pleased to be hosting this event at the Hyde Away Inn & Tavern\, a long-standing Valley institution nestled at the foot of Sugarbush and Mad River Glen. Since 1949\, the Hyde Away has been a gathering place for skiers\, locals\, and travelers alike\, known for its warmth\, history\, and iconic tavern atmosphere. \nThe event is being hosted by Hyde Away Property Manager Jean Wry\, who also serves on the MRV Chamber Board of Directors. Jean has been a tireless advocate for the Mad River Valley\, consistently promoting the region and strengthening connections within the hospitality community. This mixer represents a fitting moment of recognition for her leadership and for the broader work of the Valley’s lodging community. \nIn addition to an evening of connection and conversation\, the event will include updates from both organizations and opportunities to share ideas\, challenges\, and successes across the state’s hospitality network. \nFor VLA members who would like to extend their stay\, the Hyde Away is offering a 15% discounted room rate. Reservations can be made by calling 802-496-2322 ext. 2 and using the code VLA. \nWe are thrilled to welcome the Vermont Lodging Association to the Mad River Valley and look forward to a lively and meaningful evening of collaboration as we head into the summer season. URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/mrv-chamber-mad-mingle-2/ LOCATION:Hyde Away Inn\, 1428 Millbrook Rd (VT 17)\, Waitsfield\, 05673 CATEGORIES:Chamber Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MRV_3-color.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:eric@madrivervalley.com GEO:44.183865;-72.870512 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hyde Away Inn 1428 Millbrook Rd (VT 17) Waitsfield 05673;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1428 Millbrook Rd (VT 17):geo:-72.870512,44.183865 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260513T222948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T214454Z UID:10054767-1781715600-1781726400@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026 DESCRIPTION: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 8:30 PM. \nIn the warmer months\, enjoy stunning mountain views while dining al fresco on the deck or from the comfort of the cozy indoor seating. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly\, with yard games to entertain kids and miles of scenic hiking trails just steps from your table. \nWhether you’re winding down after a day on the slopes or hiking in the Green Mountains\, Stark’s Pub is the perfect spot to refuel and reconnect. Don’t miss our live music performances—après-ski in the winter and on Wednesday summer evenings. For a full schedule of musical guests\, visit our event calendar. \nA special thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for helping us support local artists and keep the good vibes going all year long at Stark’s Pub. \n\n  \nMAY 20: Grift Trio \nMAY 27th: Evan Jennison & Matt Schrag \nJUNE 3rd: Blackwolf \nJUNE 10th: Seth Yacovone Solo \nJUNE 17th: Honeywell \nJUNE 24th: Astral Underground \nJuly 1st: Sugar Shack \nJuly 8th: Al’s Pals \nJuly 15th: Brett Hughes \nJuly 22nd: Rob & Bob \nJuly 29th: Justin Burgess Trio \n  URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/live-music-in-starks-pub-summer-2026-6/ LOCATION:Vermont ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Starks-Pub-Summer-Deck-1-scaled-e1776256227405-tFw9ub.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260518T234514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T014449Z UID:10054793-1781697600-1781726400@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Wing Wednesdays DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nEvery Wednesday come to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for some big time flavor: our Golden Fever Pig Wings! Enjoy a plate of mini bone-in pork shank wings tossed in our honey mustard and sriracha sauce. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n Details\n \n\n Date: Time: \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Organizer\n \n \n \n\n\n\n Venue\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Add to Calendar\n \n\n \n \n Google Calendar\n \n \n \n Outlook\n \n \n \n Yahoo Calendar\n \n \n \n Download (.ics) URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/wing-wednesdays-6/ LOCATION:Lawson’s Finest Taproom\, 155 Carroll Rd\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Taproom Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/LFL_Taproom_Slideshow-6-scaled-DiKZaj.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lawson’%3Bs Finest Liquids":MAILTO:hello@lawsonsfinest.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260526T194831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T191419Z UID:10054817-1781632800-1781638200@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Mad River Valley STR Collaborative Meeting DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Collaborative was launched this spring to help foster connection\, communication\, and collaboration among those involved in the Valley’s growing STR sector. The group is focused on practical conversation\, shared learning\, responsible hosting\, and strengthening connections to the broader visitor economy. \nDate: Tuesday\, June 17\nTime: 6:00 PM\nLocation: MRV Chamber Welcome Center\nRemote Option: Available \nThe meeting is open to: \n\nSTR owners and hosts\nProperty managers\nCleaning and maintenance providers\nGuest service providers\nBusinesses connected to the visitor economy\n\nMore information:\neric@madrivervalley.com URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/mad-river-valley-str-collaborative-meeting/ LOCATION:MRV Chamber Welcome Center\, 9 Route 17\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Chamber Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MRV_3-color.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:eric@madrivervalley.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T210000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260602T183825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T184127Z UID:10054842-1781629200-1781643600@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Back Porch Music Series DESCRIPTION:Live music\, food and kids activities the 3rd Tuesday of each month June-September.\nFree!\n5pm food from Lareau Farm\, American Flatbread\, 5th Quarter and Goosechase Cake Design\nKids activities from Inklings Book Store\n6:30pm Music on the back porch URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/back-porch-music-series/2026-06-16/ LOCATION:Lareau Farm\, 48 Lareau Road \, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food & Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_3709.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lareau Farm Inn":MAILTO:stay@lareaufarminn.com GEO:44.172559;-72.833919 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lareau Farm 48 Lareau Road Waitsfield VT 05673 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=48 Lareau Road:geo:-72.833919,44.172559 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T190000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260522T033136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T033136Z UID:10054796-1781546400-1781550000@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Tales on Tap Short Story Discussion Series DESCRIPTION:If you enjoy book discussions but can’t find time to read a novel\, consider joining the “Tales on Tap” short story discussion series. \nEach 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. Lahiri is known for her bittersweet explorations of love\, family\, and identity among immigrants and cultural transplants. \nCopies of both stories are available at the Warren Public Library. \nRegister to join the June discussion here: https://forms.gle/5CUouYPuuejwsGn49 URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/tales-on-tap-short-story-discussion-series/ LOCATION:Mad Bush Falls\, 7575 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Summer-Short-Stories-Pub-Book-Series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Warren Public Library":MAILTO:director@warrenlibrary.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T200000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260516T234504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T014536Z UID:10054787-1781524800-1781553600@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:MadLove Mondays DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n– $5 pours of all our draft beers all day \n– Mac and cheese specials\n– Double your Toast loyalty points\n– 20% off cases of beer in our retail shop\n– Our favorite recorded live shows over the speakers. Have a favorite? Let us know! \nAlso! Monthly artist spotlights and community features. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n Details\n \n\n Date: Time: \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Organizer\n \n \n \n\n\n\n Venue\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Add to Calendar\n \n\n \n \n Google Calendar\n \n \n \n Outlook\n \n \n \n Yahoo Calendar\n \n \n \n Download (.ics) URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/madlove-mondays-36/ LOCATION:Lawson’s Finest Taproom\, 155 Carroll Rd\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Taproom Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/katielo-COMINGHOME-Lawsons-3446-scaled-e1764863963844-N4UfGC.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lawson’%3Bs Finest Liquids":MAILTO:hello@lawsonsfinest.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T213000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260615T162644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T162644Z UID:10055296-1781461800-1781472600@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Rise Up Sing Out Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Rise Up\, Sing Out is an Indivisible nationwide day of action and celebration on June 14\, bringing communities together to honor the country we love on the anniversary of No Kings and Flag Day. \nThru local gatherings with a national livestream concert\, participants will celebrate First Amendment freedoms and build the relationships that power long-term organizing. The concert will feature Jane Fonda\, Patti Smith\, Bette Midler\, Rufus Wainwright\, Sasha Allen\, Joy Reid\, Wilson Cruz\, Broadway Inspirational Voices\, and more! URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/rise-up-sing-out-community-gathering/ LOCATION:After Thoughts\, 8 VT 17\, Waitsfield\, Vermont\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/RUSO-x-NK-Promo-4_16x9.png ORGANIZER;CN="Indivisible Mad River Valley":MAILTO:IndivisibleMRV@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T170000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260522T000007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T014448Z UID:10054803-1781449200-1781456400@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Sunday Sessions: Eclipse DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/sunday-sessions-eclipse/ LOCATION:Lawson’s Finest Taproom\, 155 Carroll Rd\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673\, United States CATEGORIES:Taproom Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-21-at-12.48.54-PM-lRJAhk.png ORGANIZER;CN="Lawson’%3Bs Finest Liquids":MAILTO:hello@lawsonsfinest.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T210000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260609T161039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T163148Z UID:10054889-1781438400-1781470800@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The Valley Artists Guild proudly announces the 14th Annual Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition (GMWE) —an acclaimed celebration of watercolor painting that has grown from a grassroots show in 2012 into a nationally recognized summer exhibition. \nThe 2026 exhibition will be held June 11 through July 19 at the Historic Red Barn Galleries at Lareau Farm & Forest\, located on Route 100 in Waitsfield\, Vermont. \nFeaturing the work of over 60 accomplished watercolor artists from across the United States\, the exhibition draws more than 3\,000 visitors each year to experience a vibrant and diverse range of contemporary watercolor painting\, including entries in conjunction with the Whiskey Painters of America—it’s a show within a show! \nThis year\, more than $7\,000 in awards will be presented to artists demonstrating exceptional skill and vision in the medium. \nThe exhibition has received international attention\, including recognition by the French publication Art of Watercolour as one of America’s premier summer watercolor exhibitions. This distinction continues to attract highly regarded jurors who carefully select outstanding works for inclusion and award honors. \nCome spend an evening summer with us in the beautiful Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm (home of American Flatbread)\, Waitsfield\, VT. Gallery hours are the same as American Flatbread dinner hours\, Thursday through Sunday. URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/green-mountain-watercolor-exhibition/2026-06-14/ LOCATION:Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm\, 48 Lareau Road\, Waitsfield\, 05673 CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026GMWE_Newsletter1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T170000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260130T174105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T174105Z UID:10053763-1781431200-1781456400@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Basket Weaving Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Penny Hewitt to make your own basket and in the process learn one of the oldest crafts in human history. \nFor 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 logs. \nThis is a great introduction to the extraordinary qualities of the black ash tree. You will weave a square to round basket\, approximately 6”x 6” with optional leather strap. \nIncluded a discussion and demo on how the material is harvested and processed.\nAges 14+ URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/basket-weaving-workshop/ LOCATION:Blockhouse Studio\, 5031 Main Street\, Waitsfield\, VT\, 05673 CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sandra-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260602T183427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T183427Z UID:10054841-1781344800-1781445600@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:Silhouettes by Deborah O'Connor.   DESCRIPTION:The silhouette was displaced as the most popular form of portraiture by the invention of the camera around 1835. But a camera has never captured the “essence” of a person in the almost magical way that a silhouette does. Discover for yourself why parents today still seek out the few existing artists who practice this almost extinct art. \nAll ages are welcome \nIt’s amazing to watch as the silhouettes are cut freehand\, using paper and scissors as the only tool. In five minutes or less\, a profile portrait is created in exacting detail! Multiple layers of paper can be cut at once\, producing extra copies which sell for half price. These make great gifts for grandparents. The “original” silhouette is $ 30. Classic oval frames will be available starting at $20. Silhouettes can be framed individually or grouped. The artist\, Deborah O’Connor has been cutting silhouettes for fifty years. A Rhode Island native\, she has worked primarily in New England but as far away as Tokyo\, Disneyland\, Hawaii\, and various other states. \nSign up to ensure a sitting. Book one five minute spot for each person. 802-496-3864 Walk-ins accommodated as time allows. URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/silhouettes-by-deborah-oconnor/ LOCATION:The Warren Store\, 284 Main Street\, Warren\, VT\, 05674\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment ORGANIZER;CN="The Warren Store":MAILTO:heather@warrenstore.com GEO:44.114498;-72.856074 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Warren Store 284 Main Street Warren VT 05674 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=284 Main Street:geo:-72.856074,44.114498 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192008 CREATED:20260516T200445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T200445Z UID:10054757-1780601400-1781445600@madrivervalley.com SUMMARY:SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE DESCRIPTION:by Jane Wagner for Lily Tomlin! Drama Critics and Tony-Award Winner!\nIntimate. Infamous. Incorrigible. LNT’s production will star Maura O’Brien and Stoph Scheer!\nThrough the eyes of a lovable\, eccentric sharp-witted “bag lady” with a heart as vast as the cosmos she ponders\, Wagner weaves a rich tapestry of interconnected stories.\nFull of a host of quirky characters\, Search for Signs celebrates a mosaic of humanity in all its beauty\, chaos\, and contradiction\, revealing the invisible threads that connect us all!\nMasks are encouraged\, not required.\n(LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is keeping everyone as safe as possible.) \nThe Flood made City Hall’s elevator inoperable\, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access\, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss alternative options for seeing the show.\nSPONSORS: The City of Montpelier\, Vermont Mutual Insurance\, Random Acts of Kindness Fund\, Eternity\, The Point!-FM\, Estate of Ted Richards\, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate URL:https://madrivervalley.com/event/search-for-signs-of-intelligent-life-in-the-universe/ LOCATION:Lost Nation Theater\, 39 Main Street\, Montpelier\, 05602 CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madrivervalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Search-for-Signs.-6.67-x-8-in.b84df2b3.31712343-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Lost Nation Theater":MAILTO:boxoffice@lostnationtheater.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR