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SUMMARY:Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club Kicks Off
DESCRIPTION:As summer winds down\, contemporary square dancing is winding up. The Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club has been dancing again for more than a year\, and now\, with reduced COVID restrictions\, the club is ready to kick off the fall season. \nJust as social dance took off after the pandemic of 1918\, all forms of community participatory dance are taking off now. Contemporary square dance is a great way to be active\, meet new people and get back into a lively lifestyle after these many months of restricted activity. Square dancing has evolved a great deal compared to the grade school memories people have; it is an upbeat and vibrant activity. \nInterested community members can come for free square dancing this September on Wednesdays at Lothrop School. No experience necessary! \nDust off your comfortable shoes and come dance the evenings away. There are several free square dance nights on Wednesdays: September 14\, 21\, and 28th at 7 pm\, at Lothrop School in Pittsford. The 28th includes an ice cream social. \nTry out some easy square dance calls and have a good time dancing to pop\, rock\, country\, hip hop\, and other popular music. Individuals and couples are equally welcome; there are others to dance with. \nIf you have a good time\, you may wish to join the fall class\, a low-cost activity held in 9-10 week segments. There is no pressure to join\, but the benefits are a healthy body\, mind\, and social life. \nWear comfortable clothing and shoes. Check the website at www.castoff8s.com or Facebook at Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club for more information.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/cast-off-8s-square-dance-club-kicks-off/
LOCATION:Lothrop School\, Pittsford
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Robert De Cormier's centennial with six Vermont choruses
DESCRIPTION:Robert De Cormier was born in 1922\, and Vermont will celebrate his centennial in style. \nOn Sunday\, September 18\, at 3 p.m. at Grace Church in Rutland\, six Vermont choruses will join forces to celebrate the legacy of this key figure in Vermont’s musical history. \nCome hear the Bella Voce Women’s Chorus of Vermont\, The Castleton University Chamber Singers\, The Greater Burlington Children’s Chorus\, Solaris Vocal Ensemble\, The Vermont Symphony Orchestra Chorus\, and\, of course\, Counterpoint. \nAdmission is free\, and you are welcome to show up unannounced. \n 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/celebrate-robert-de-cormiers-centennial-with-six-vermont-choruses/
LOCATION:Grace Church Rutland\, Rutland
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SUMMARY:Fall mushroom exploration walk at Mount Independence
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 18\, 2022\, mushroom expert Meg Madden is back at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell to lead another of her popular mushroom exploration walks. \nThe walk runs from 1 to 4 p.m.  Look for and learn about mushrooms on Mount Independence. Are the mushrooms you see this time of year different from the ones people observed in her June program? \nWear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Admission for the event\, which includes the museum and all trails\, is $6.00 for adults and free for children under 15. \nThe Mount Independence State Historic Site is one of America’s best-preserved Revolutionary War sites. It is located at 497 Mount Independence Road\, six miles west of the intersections of Vermont Routes 22A and 73 near Orwell village; carefully follow the signs. Regular hours are Tuesdays through Sundays\, from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through October 9.  \nFor more information about the state-owned historic sites:  www.historicsites.vermont.gov. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/fall-mushroom-exploration-walk-at-mount-independence/
LOCATION:Mount Independence State Historic Site\, 497 Mount Independence Road\, Orwell\, Vermont
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SUMMARY:BARN OPERA presents Straus’ Comedy Ariadne auf Naxos
DESCRIPTION:BARN OPERA is thrilled to return to live performance with Richard Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos. Known for innovative takes on masterworks\, this BARN OPERA production will be no exception. Artistic director (Joshua Collier) has a new concept that takes the already comedic opera and turns it on its head\, providing a night of operatic self-deprecation and airing the perennial rivalry between the Operatic and the Musical theatre mediums. While the first act will be sung in colloquial English\, the second act will be in the original German—the first time a German opera will be sung in its original language at BARN OPERA.  \nThe production centers around “The Richest Man in Vermont\,” who\, for a dinner party\, rents out the most spectacular event space in the region—the BARN OPERA House—for which he has commissioned a new opera seria from one of the most famous up-and-coming composers to be premiered. His wife\, however\, hates the opera and much prefers a Broadway review for the evening’s entertainment. \nThe first act sees both groups equally disdainful toward the other\, arguing about which performance would happen first. There are petty insults and witty barbs\, but then the assistant for the “Richest Man in Vermont” announces that rather than two individual shows\, they would combine the shows to create one show\, all to be complete by 10 p.m. With only half an hour to organize and many competing interests—sparks fly\, and hijinks ensue. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/barn-opera-presents-straus-comedy-ariadne-auf-naxos-2/
LOCATION:Barn Opera\, 1321 Pearl Street\, Brandon\, Vermont\, 05733
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SUMMARY:Snake Mountain Bluegrass at Brandon Music
DESCRIPTION:Bluegrass is the ultimate good-time music\, honoring tradition while encouraging innovation.  So\, Brandon Music is delighted to welcome back Snake Mountain Bluegrass on Saturday\, September 17th at 7:30 p.m.  \nAlways a favorite with Brandon Music audiences (they performed in November 2021 to a packed house)\, Snake Mountain’s “toe-tapping tunes combine the best of modern and traditional bluegrass” (Seven Days) with harmonies and songs that vary in tempo from hard driving ‘breakdowns’ to softer\, folk-type arrangements. The group is known for their vocal\, instrumental\, and original songwriting talents\, plus a great sense of humor and onstage banter.  \nConcert tickets are $25.  A pre-concert dinner is available for $35.  Reservations are required for dinners and recommended for the show and can be made online at https://www.brandon-music.net/   BYOB. \nCall (802) 247 4295 or e-mail info@brandon-music.net for reservations or more information.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/snake-mountain-bluegrass-at-brandon-music/
LOCATION:Brandon Music\, 62 Country Club Road\, Brandon\, Vermont
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SUMMARY:Moose Crossing Classic Jazz Band
DESCRIPTION:Traveling to Brandon Town Hall from Poultney\, “Moose Crossing” plays youthful\, energized takes on classic jazz tunes from Miles Davis\, Frank Sinatra\, Duke Ellington\, and beyond. They also perform funkier jazz-infused takes on rock and pop tunes from the Beatles\, Stevie Wonder\, Bruno Mars\, the Doors\, and more.   \nTicket: Adults\, $8\, Seniors and Students\, $6.  
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/moose-crossing-classic-jazz-band/
LOCATION:Brandon Town Hall
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SUMMARY:West Rutland Block Party
DESCRIPTION:The annual West Rutland Block Party will take place on the Town Hall Green and Marble Street on Saturday\, September 17\, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Marble Street from Campbell Street to Main Street will be closed to traffic to host the festivities.  \nThe day will feature games\, craft vendors\, and food trucks.  The musical entertainment will feature West Rutland’s Rock Lab\, Tony’s Polka Band\, and Satin & Steel.   \nThe event will be topped off with an evening fireworks display.    \nAdmission is free. Bring a chair and your dancing shoes. \n Vendors featuring ethnic food\, artisans\, and makers are welcomed.  A 10’ x 10’ space is $20. Call 802-438-2263 by September 12 for more information or to reserve a space.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/west-rutland-block-party/
LOCATION:Town Hall Green\, West Rutland
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SUMMARY:BARN OPERA presents Straus’ Comedy Ariadne auf Naxos
DESCRIPTION:BARN OPERA is thrilled to return to live performance with Richard Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos. Known for innovative takes on masterworks\, this BARN OPERA production will be no exception. Artistic director (Joshua Collier) has a new concept that takes the already comedic opera and turns it on its head\, providing a night of operatic self-deprecation and airing the perennial rivalry between the Operatic and the Musical theatre mediums. While the first act will be sung in colloquial English\, the second act will be in the original German—the first time a German opera will be sung in its original language at BARN OPERA.  \nThe production centers around “The Richest Man in Vermont\,” who\, for a dinner party\, rents out the most spectacular event space in the region—the BARN OPERA House—for which he has commissioned a new opera seria from one of the most famous up-and-coming composers to be premiered. His wife\, however\, hates the opera and much prefers a Broadway review for the evening’s entertainment. \nThe first act sees both groups equally disdainful toward the other\, arguing about which performance would happen first. There are petty insults and witty barbs\, but then the assistant for the “Richest Man in Vermont” announces that rather than two individual shows\, they would combine the shows to create one show\, all to be complete by 10 p.m. With only half an hour to organize and many competing interests—sparks fly\, and hijinks ensue. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/barn-opera-presents-straus-comedy-ariadne-auf-naxos/
LOCATION:Barn Opera\, 1321 Pearl Street\, Brandon\, Vermont\, 05733
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SUMMARY:The Art of Halves Half Knots: Textile Arts Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:“The Art of Halves Half Knots\,” a new textile arts exhibit at the Chaffee Art Center\, will have its opening reception on Friday\, Sept. 16\, from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no charge for admittance. Donations are appreciated. \nStop by and enjoy music by pianist Marna Grove\, a glass of wine\, or Haitian Blue Peak Macaya Coffee\, and explore the arts. The show will feature textile arts (quilting\, felting\, sewing\, crocheting\, knitting\, embroidery\, and mixed media).   Chaffee artist members will also have work on display and for sale\, such as fine art\, photography\, sculptures\, and more\, throughout the mansion and in the Gallery Shoppe. \nThis exhibit will be on display from September 16th to October 22nd. \nCheck out www.chaffeeartcenter.org and the Chaffee Art Center Facebook page for updates and classes\, call 802.775.0356\, info@chaffeeartcenter.org\, or stop into the Chaffee Art Center at 16 South Main Street in Rutland\, VT.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/the-art-of-halves-half-knots-textile-arts-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Chaffee Art Center\, 16 South Main Street\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701
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SUMMARY:“Bees Besieged: A History of Beekeeping”
DESCRIPTION:The Sheldon Museum presents “Bees Besieged: A History of Beekeeping\,” a talk by Bill Mares. Mares\, a writer\, and a beekeeper for 50 years\, will tell of the origins and evolution of beekeeping\, sometimes referred to as “farming for intellectuals\,” with a particular emphasis on his new book\, with Ross Conrad and others\, The Land of Milk and Honey\, a History of Beekeeping in Vermont. \nBill Mares has been a journalist\, state legislator\, and high school teacher.  He has authored or co-authored 18 books on various subjects\, including the U.S. Marines and beekeeping\, and from workplace democracy to Vermont humor. \nThe talk takes place in the Sheldon’s barn. Free and open to the public\, seating is limited. First come\, first served; bring a bag lunch if you’d like!  \nThe Sheldon Museum is located at One Park Street\, Middlebury\, across from the Ilsley Library. For more information\, visit www.HenrySheldonMuseum.org or call The Sheldon at 802-388-2117. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/bees-besieged-a-history-of-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Henry Sheldon Museum\, 1 Park Street\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club
DESCRIPTION:As summer winds down\, contemporary square dancing is winding up. The Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club has been dancing again for more than a year\, and now\, with reduced COVID restrictions\, the club is ready to kick off the fall season. \nJust as social dance took off after the pandemic of 1918\, all forms of community participatory dance are taking off now. Contemporary square dance is a great way to be active\, meet new people and get back into a lively lifestyle after these many months of restricted activity. Square dancing has evolved a great deal compared to the grade school memories people have; it is an upbeat and vibrant activity. \nInterested community members can come out for free square dancing this September on Wednesdays at Lothrop School. No experience necessary! \nDust off your comfortable shoes and come dance the evenings away. There are several free square dance nights on Wednesdays:  September 14\, 21\, and 28th at 7 pm\, at Lothrop School in Pittsford. The 28th includes an ice cream social. \nTry out some easy square dance calls and have a good time dancing to pop\, rock\, country\, hip hop\, and other popular music. Individuals and couples are equally welcome; there are others to dance with. \nIf you have a good time\, you may wish to join the fall class\, a low-cost activity held in 9-10 week segments.  There is no pressure to join\, but the benefits are a healthy body\, mind\, and social life. \nWear comfortable clothing and shoes. Check the website at www.castoff8s.com or Facebook at Cast Off 8’s Square Dance Club for more information.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/cast-off-8s-square-dance-club/
LOCATION:Lothrop School\, Pittsford
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SUMMARY:"The Flying Ace" @ Brandon Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Can discrimination exist in an America where everyone is Black? That’s among the questions posed by The Flying Ace(1926)\, a rare surviving example of movies produced early in the 20th century for Black audiences in segregated cinemas. \nThe Flying Ace\, recently named to the U.S. National Film Registry\, will be screened on Saturday\, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Brandon Town Hall and Community Center\, 1 Conant Square\, Route 7 in Brandon\, Vt. Admission is free; donations are welcome to help support ongoing Town Hall renovation efforts. \nThe classic drama will be shown with live music by silent film accompanist Jeff Rapsis\, a New Hampshire-based performer and composer who specializes in scoring and presenting silent films. \nThe Flying Ace was produced by Norman Studios in Jacksonville\, Fla.\, using professionals such as Laurence Criner\, a veteran of Harlem’s prestigious all-Black theater troupe\, the Lafayette Players\, but also many non-professionals for minor roles. \nCriner plays Capt. Billy Stokes\, a World War I fighter pilot known as “The Flying Ace” because he downed seven enemy aircraft in France. \nReturning home to resume his former job as a railroad detective\, he’s assigned to locate a stationmaster who’s gone missing along with the $25\,000 company payroll.\nWhile investigating\, Stokes begins romancing the stationmaster’s daughter Ruth (Kathryn Boyd)\, causing a rivalry with another suitor\, which leads to a break in the case.\nWith Ruth’s safety now at risk\, Stokes’ dogged pursuit of the suspects leads to a climax highlighted by a dramatic airborne chase that calls upon his piloting prowess.\nFilms such as The Flying Ace were shown specifically to African-American audiences in areas of the U.S. where theaters were segregated. \nNorman Studios was among the nation’s top film production companies making feature-length and short films for this market from the 1920s to the 1940s. \nFeaturing all-Black casts in stories meant to inspire and uplift\, such films were popular with African-American audiences at the time. In Norman Studios films\, the stories often took place in a world without the racial barriers that existed at the time. \nA live musical score for ‘The Flying Ace’ will be created by accompanist Jeff Rapsis\, a New Hampshire-based performer specializing in music for silent film presentations. Rapsis said the Brandon Town Hall screening is a rare chance to see the film as it was meant to be experienced—on the big screen\, with live music\, and with an audience.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/the-flying-ace-brandon-town-hall/
LOCATION:Brandon Town Hall
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SUMMARY:Book signing with author Megan Price
DESCRIPTION:Megan Price is a Vermont Lakes Region native whose heritage is 100 percent Welsh.  True to Megan’s heritage\, her original plan was to sing\, but she decided writing was more likely to pay the bills. Megan worked as a news reporter\, was later elected to serve three terms in the Vermont Legislature and later worked for health care reform to benefit elderly Vermonters that resulted in a Department of Justice investigation.  \nFor the past decade\, Megan has focused on writing the stories of retired game wardens. The result is “Vermont Wild\, Adventures of Fish & Game Wardens” which has proven a hit with ages nine to 99 in Vermont and nationwide.  \nThe wardens’ stories are told in the first person and immortalize their true encounters with hungry bear\, angry moose\, raucous raccoons and endless clever poachers. The stories are read aloud in schools from Maine to Texas taken to hunting camp and shared in nursing homes.  To date\, Megan has put more than 100 of the men’s stories into print\, with the photos of the men and a brief bio in each book.  \nThe signing will be held at the Poultney Museum of History and Art\, 168 York Street\, Poultney\, Vt.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/book-signing-with-author-megan-price/
LOCATION:Poultney Museum of History and Art\, 168 York Street\, Poultney\, Vermont
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220910T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220910T130000
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SUMMARY:Woofstock: Walk for the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow animal lovers for a leisurely 1-mile walk around Middlebury followed by music\, food\, prizes\, and a pool party just for dogs in the Middlebury Town Pool. Sign up in advance or at the event. All proceeds benefit Homeward Bound\, Addison County’s Humane Society. Detaiils can be found at www.homewardboundanimals.org
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/woofstock-walk-for-the-animals/
LOCATION:Memorial Sports Center\, 296 Buttolph Drive\, Middlebury\, Vermont
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220909T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220909T130000
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SUMMARY:Sheldon Museum Tick Talk
DESCRIPTION:David Allen\, Associate Professor of biology at Middlebury College will present “The Ecology of Ticks and Tick-borne Diseases” in the Sheldon’s barn. Allen studies the ecological\, climate\, and landscape factors which determine tick-borne disease risk. He uses a mix of fieldwork\, lab-based and modeling methods. \nOver the last two decades\, tick populations and cases of tick-borne diseases (like Lyme disease) have increased dramatically in Vermont. Tick populations are influenced by a complex set of biotic (e.g.\, deer and mouse populations) and abiotic (e.g.\, climate) drivers. \nAs a result\, it is hard to say what is responsible for the dramatic change to tick populations. \nThis talk will present a brief introduction to tick biology. Allen will also discuss his research trying to understand what drives tick-borne disease risk in Vermont. \nFree and open to the public\, seating is limited\, first come-first served. Bring a bag lunch if you’d like!
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/sheldon-museum-tick-talk/
LOCATION:Henry Sheldon Museum\, 1 Park Street\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220903T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220903T213000
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SUMMARY:“The Silverbacks” blues and rock dance
DESCRIPTION:Another chance to dance the night away with the “Silverbacks” Dance Band.  A blues and classic rock band that offers authentic blues and vintage rock and roll tunes. The band offers a great selection of songs that are recognizable and thoroughly danceable.  Tickets are $14 for couples…$14\, $8 for adults\, and $7 for seniors and students.  
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/the-silverbacks-blues-and-rock-dance/
LOCATION:Brandon Town Hall
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary war encampment at Mount Independence
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a Revolutionary War experience at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell\, Vermont\, on Saturday and Sunday\, September 3 and 4\, 2022\, for the “Soldiers Atop the Mount” annual weekend encampment. This event honors the soldiers who built and garrisoned Mount Independence in 1776-77\, laying the foundation stones of the new United States of America.  \n“The Mount Independence State Historic Site allows you to experience history where it happened\,” said Laura V. Trieschmann\, Vermont State Historic Preservation Officer. “This is one of the nation’s most significant Revolutionary War sites\, and this reenactment weekend brings the events from 245 years ago to life.”   \nThe weekend will offer a chance for visitors to experience a bygone era with hands-on history activities for all ages and interests. Saturday’s highlight is the popular Baldwin Trail Walkabout (10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.)\, with experts at stations around the trail and reenactor camp talking to visitors about Revolutionary War subjects specific to those locations. Later in the day\, reenactors will demonstrate period life\, skills\, and military activities\, and in the afternoon\, present a woods skirmish\, leading visitors to follow the action.   \nSunday morning\, a reenactor portraying an American chaplain stationed at Mount Independence will present a sermon that was preached on-site during the American Revolution. Throughout the day\, reenactors will offer several short history vignettes and demonstrations. A reenactment of the reading of the Declaration of Independence\, from which the site gets its name\, will happen at 12:30 p.m.  \nEvent admission is $7.00 for adults\, free for children under 15 and includes visiting the museum. The museum shop\, with an excellent selection of books and other items\, will be open. Food and beverages\, and light snacks are available for purchase on both days.   \nMount Independence is located near the end of Mount Independence Road\, six miles west of the intersection of Vermont Routes 22A and 73 in Orwell. The site is open Tuesdays through Sundays\, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm\, through October 9. \nCall (802) 948-2000 for schedule details or visit the website at https://mountindependence.org/  
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/revolutionary-war-encampment-at-mount-independence/
LOCATION:Mount Independence State Historic Site\, 497 Mount Independence Road\, Orwell\, Vermont
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SUMMARY:Andy Karl and Orfeh live at in Southern Vermont Art Center
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss Tony Award® nominees and Broadway’s most dynamic couple\, Andy Karl and Orfeh\, at the Southern Vermont Art Center’s Arkell Pavilion on Friday\, September 2nd! The concert is an eclectic mix of pop\, R&B\, and Broadway show tunes sure to move and groove you!  \nTickets range from $35-$80 and can be purchased at  SVAC.ORG \nThe Arkell Pavilion is located at the Southern Vermont Arts Center\, 930 Southern Vermont Arts Center Drive\, Manchester\, Vt.\, 05254. (802) 362-1405
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/andy-karl-and-orfeh-live-at-in-southern-vermont-art-center/
LOCATION:Southern Vermont Arts Center\, 930 Southern Vermont Arts Center Drive\, Manchester\, Vermont
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220827T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220827T150000
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SUMMARY:Poultney Habitat Improvement Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department and the National Wild Turkey Federation are excited to announce an upcoming tour to highlight land management practices to improve wildlife habitat for game species at Birdseye Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Poultney. The tour will be led by Travis Hart and Andrea Shortsleeve\, wildlife habitat biologists with the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department\, and Matt DiBona\, a wildlife biologist with the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nThe group will walk through large patch cuts\, a prescribed burn area\, released apple trees\, and other recently completed habitat projects while discussing how these projects benefit deer\, bears\, turkeys\, and other wildlife and how they can be implemented on your property. While game species will be the focus of the discussion\, these habitat practices also benefit many nongame species\, including pollinators. Birdseye WMA is a 3\,600-acre property owned by the Fish and Wildlife Department and is managed to benefit wildlife while providing opportunities for the public to access and enjoy the area. The property ranges from level former farmland to the steep talus slopes of Birdseye Mountain and provides a habitat for diverse wildlife. \nThe group will meet at the snowplow turnaround at the end of Birdseye Road in Poultney. Please dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear. Participants are encouraged to bring water\, a journal for notes\, and a desire to learn more about improving habitats \n\n\n\n\nThe tour is free; however\, attendants are asked to register online to help with planning. Any questions can be directed to Travis Hart at Travis.Hart@vermont.gov.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/poultney-habitat-improvement-tour/
LOCATION:Birdseye Wildlife Management Area\, Poultney\, Vermont
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220827T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220827T150000
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SUMMARY:40th Annual Vergennes Day
DESCRIPTION:The day begins with a pancake breakfast at the Vergennes Fire Station from 7 to 10 a.m. The “Little City Races” 5K\, 10K and 15Ks kick off at 8:30 and 9 a.m. with on-site registration available at 7:30 at Vergennes Union Elementary School. Other activities include free wagon rides sponsored by Vermont Federal Credit Union and events hosted by the Bixby Library and Vergennes Rotary. \n\n\n\n\nThe bandstand will feature music throughout the day. From 10 a.m to 3 p.m.\, the City Green will host more than 55 craft and vendor booths offering fine hand- crafts\, locally made products\, food\, and more.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/40th-annual-vergennes-day-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Vergennes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220826T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220826T220000
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SUMMARY:40th Annual Vergennes Day Street Dance
DESCRIPTION:The weekend kicks off on Friday\, August 26\, with a street dance on the City Green featuring music by “The Hitmen” and sponsored by One Credit Union. \nThe street dance runs from 7 to 10 p.m and features food from the 3 Squares Café Food Truck. Activities continue Saturday between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. \nThe day begins with a pancake breakfast at the Vergennes Fire Station from 7 to 10 a.m. The “Little City Races” 5K\, 10K and 15Ks kick off at 8:30 and 9 a.m. with on-site registration available at 7:30 at Vergennes Union Elementary School. Other activities include free wagon rides sponsored by Vermont Federal Credit Union and events hosted by the Bixby Library and Vergennes Rotary. \n\n\n\n\nThe bandstand will feature music throughout the day. From 10 a.m to 3 p.m.\, the City Green will host more than 55 craft and vendor booths offering fine hand- crafts\, locally made products\, food\, and more.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/40th-annual-vergennes-day/
LOCATION:Downtown Vergennes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220826T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220826T200000
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SUMMARY:Patti Casey & Colin McCaffrey @ Blueberry Hill Inn
DESCRIPTION:Casey and McCaffrey are two of Vermont’s most beloved musical treasures\, having created individually and together an artistic landscape as ruggedly beautiful as the Green Mountains of Vermont\, where they both grew up. Gorgeous vocal harmonies and rock solid acoustic instrumental work – both are internationally known as award-winning songwriters and singers – together their ease and humor onstage give you a chance to catch your breath from the last song\, which may just have taken it away. \nReservations for each pizza night will open the Monday prior to the event. We appreciate advance reservations. We do not offer a music-only rate. Pizza and live music are $35 per person\, $25 for kids 11 and under\, and kids 5 and under are free. Includes pizza and inn-made lemonade or iced tea and live music. Hearty Salad\, LuLu Icecream\, and Blueberry Hill Cookies are available to purchase on-site!
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/patti-casey-colin-mccaffrey-blueberry-hill-inn/
LOCATION:Blueberry Hill Inn\, Goshen\, Vermont
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220824T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220824T210000
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SUMMARY:BARN OPERA Open House
DESCRIPTION:join Artistic Director\, Joshua Collier\, members of the artistic team\, and the board of directors for the first public open house in the new BARN OPERA House\, in advance of the production of Ariadne auf Naxos in September. \n\n\n\n\nCome see the Barn\, have a glass of wine\, take pictures in the beautiful space\, make sure you have tickets to the show\, and see all the projects in the works and where you might be able to be a part of the BARN OPERA story. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/barn-opera-open-house/
LOCATION:Barn Opera\, 1321 Pearl Street\, Brandon\, Vermont\, 05733
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220824T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220824T210000
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SUMMARY:BARN OPERA'S Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join Artistic Director\, Joshua Collier\, members of the BARN OPERA artistic team\, and the Board of Directors of BARN OPERA for the first public open house in the new BARN OPERA House\, in advance of our production of Ariadne auf Naxos in September. \nCome see the Barn\, have a glass of wine\, take pictures in the beautiful space\, make sure you have tickets to the show\, and see all the projects that we have in the works and where you might be able to be a part of the BARN OPERA story. \nThe BARN OPERA House is located at 1321 Pearl Street\, Brandon\, Vt\, 05733.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/barn-operas-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220821T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220821T130000
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SUMMARY:Mount Independence - Hubbardton Military Road Car Tour
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a guided driving tour along part of the 1776-77 Mount Independence-Hubbardton Military Road. The tour starts with an orientation at the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site in Hubbardton. Meet there at 10:00 a.m. with your own vehicle. The tour will make various stops along the way\, ending at 1:00 p.m. in Center Rutland. \nThe 11th annual driving tour is hosted by Jim Rowe\, historian of the Crown Point Road Association. Tickets are $4.00 for adults\, free for children under 15\, and include admission to the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site. \nThe Hubbardton Battlefield is located at 5696 Monument Hill Road. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places\, it is the site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought in Vermont. It is open Thursdays through Sundays\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \n For information on the Vermont State-Owned Historic Sites\, visit: www.historicsites.vermont.gov or join the Vermont State Historic Sites group on Facebook.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/mount-independence-hubbardton-military-road-car-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220820T150000
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SUMMARY:Blast from the Past: Historic Engines at Chimney Point
DESCRIPTION:Several members of the Vermont Gas and Steam Engine Association will be on the grounds of the Chimney Point State Historic Site in Addison to showcase examples of historical gas and/or steam engines. The event runs from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  They will demonstrate how these engines worked and what they were used for. Stop by to observe\, learn\, and ask your questions. \n Visit the Chimney Point museum while you’re here. Admission is $5.00 for adults and free for children under 15. \nThe Chimney Point State Historic Site is located at 8149 VT Route 17 in Addison\, at the Vermont foot of the Lake Champlain Bridge. Call 802-759-2412 for information. The site is regularly open Thursdays through Sundays\, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm\, until October 9. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/blast-from-the-past-historic-engines-at-chimney-point/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220819T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220819T190000
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SUMMARY:DaddyLongLegs Band
DESCRIPTION:DaddyLongLegs is the confluence of three well-known Vermont musicians – Rick Ceballos\, David Gusakov\, and Matt Witten\, whose talents merge to form a dynamic and highly original traditional folk trio. Their instruments include banjo\, guitar\, and fiddle. There is no charge for the concert. \nStop by for this informal evening of music—attendees can sit under the IPJ Tent\, are welcome to bring a picnic supper\, and are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets.\nThe Sheldon Museum is located at One Park Street\, Middlebury. For more information\, visit www.HenrySheldonMuseum.org or call 802-388-2117. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/daddylonglegs-band/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220821
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SUMMARY:The Vermont State Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Fair will be held\, as always\, in Rutland from August 16 to 20. Gates open at 5 p.m. on Tuesday\, August 16\, and 8 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday with gates closing nightly at 10 p.m. This year’s fair will feature a variety of games\, food\, rides\, music\, and fun\, including; Rosaire’s racing pigs; horse\, ox\, and VTPA truck and tractor pulls; dog dock diving; chainsaw carving\, a dairy show; Pond Hill Rodeo; a demolition derby; performances by Vanilla Ice\, Coolio\, Rob Base\, Tone Loc\, Young Mc; educational displays at the Philbrook Forestry building with appearances from Smokey Bear; and much\, much more. For a complete list of details\, see the website at: www.vermontstatefair.org.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/the-vermont-state-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220814T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220814T160000
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SUMMARY:Chaffee Art Center’s 61st Annual Art in the Park Summer
DESCRIPTION:The festival will take place in Rutland’s Main Street Park at the Junction of Routes 4 & 7. Art in the Park is Vermont’s oldest continuing arts tradition and the Chaffee Art Center’s major fund-raising event\, occurring twice yearly in mid-summer and autumn. The festival is sponsored by: Casella Waste Management\, MUD Radio 101.5\, Rutland Recreation and Parks Department\, Hull Maynard Hersey Insurance\, Rutland Free Library\, and Wonderfeet. 
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/chaffee-art-centers-61st-annual-art-in-the-park-summer-2/
LOCATION:Main Street Park
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220813T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220813T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064126
CREATED:20220810T192329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T192329Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Film: Blood & Sand (1922)
DESCRIPTION:This romantic drama\, starring Rudolph Valentino\, celebrates its 100th anniversary. It features Valentino (in his first starring role) as a sexy bullfighter. Will he choose the pure love of Carmen or the sinister charms of Dona Sol? This movie is shown in honor of the 96th anniversary of Valentino’s untimely death at age 31. \n\n\n\n\nFree Will Donation Event. Sponsored by Edward Loedding and Dorothy Leysath\, and The Hanson Family in memory of Pat Hanson.
URL:https://brandonreporter.com/event/silent-film-blood-sand-1922/
LOCATION:Brandon Town Hall
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