News for Brandon, Pittsford, Proctor, West Rutland, Leicester, Sudbury, Whiting and Goshen
There will be a song circle on Wednesday, November 2, from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. at the Godnick Adult Center in Rutland. Music lovers, singers, players of acoustic instruments, and listeners are welcome. There is no charge for attending or performing, but the Center likes you to register by completing a simple form annually. For […]
The second annual Holiday Artisan Gift Show at the Chaffee Art Center will be held this Friday evening from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at 16 South Main Street in Rutland. The event will feature items that are unique, handmade, and affordable. Perfect for gift giving or […]
The Audubon Brandon bird seed sale will be held at Brandon Blue Seal Feeds (on Rt. 7 south of town), Saturday, November 5, 2022, the first Saturday in November. Hours will be 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stock up on seeds and have your bird feeding questions answered.
The second annual Holiday Artisan Gift Show at the Chaffee Art Center will be held this Friday evening from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at 16 South Main Street in Rutland. The event will feature items that are unique, handmade, and affordable. Perfect for gift giving or […]
Elliott Greenblott from AARP will give a presentation titled “Fraud, Scams, and Con Artists: Coming to a Computer Near You." The talk will discuss the why and how, as well as basic defense regarding scams perpetrated over the internet. It is continuously revised to address the latest cyber threats and how to recognize malicious emails […]
"Silent Sky" follows the true story of Henrietta Leavitt. Henrietta begins working at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, where she and her female peers are seen as no more than human calculators performing labor in "girl hours" for a renowned astronomer. In her free time, Henrietta tries to measure the light and distance […]
The ceremonies will include a welcome by Town Manager Brenda Fox-Howard, the national anthem, invocation by Pastor Michael Dwyer, Pittsford Congregational Church and the Pledge of Allegiance by Pittsford Boy Scouts. The keynote address will be by Major Mathew Hefner, followed by the Lothrop School Singers and Lothrop Music Teacher Carolyn Bruce singing “My Country […]
This co-ed a Capella group from Middlebury College makes its initial appearance in the Brandon Town Hall. The Group was formed in 1994 and craft exciting original arrangements, stretching their harmonic vocabulary and producing killer soloists. TICKETS... ADULTS: $8.00, STUDENTS & SENIORS: $6.00. Sponsored by Rowe Real Estate, John & Lynn Wilson, Dick & Lucy […]
Foley Brothers Brewing 10-Year anniversary celebra- tion and Chili Fest featuring their 10th Anniversary Ale release (a wine barrel aged golden sour ale) and chili fest featuring local restaurants, music, games, and more! Proceeds will be donated to the local American Legion Veterans fund. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m. […]
"Silent Sky" follows the true story of Henrietta Leavitt. Henri- etta begins working at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, where she and her female peers are seen as no more than human calculators performing labor in "girl hours" for a renowned astronomer. In her free time, Henrietta tries to measure the light and […]
"Silent Sky" follows the true story of Henrietta Leavitt. Henri- etta begins working at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, where she and her female peers are seen as no more than human calculators performing labor in "girl hours" for a renowned astronomer. In her free time, Henrietta tries to measure the light and […]
The League of Women Voters of Vermont, in partner- ship with Kellogg-Hubbard Library presents the first in its 2022-23 lecture series on the impact of climate change on Vermont. This season will look at its effect on the personal, eco- nomic, and ecological levels, closing with action that has been taken and what we can […]
Join our friendly and knowledgeable birders on our monthly marsh walk in this Audubon Important Bird Area from 8:00–11:00 a.m.. No experience necessary. Go the entire 3.7 mile loop or go halfway. Meet at the marsh boardwalk kiosk on Marble Street at 8 am. All are welcome! More info: birding@rutlandcountyaudubon.org
From, 7–9 p.m, our "Out of This World Film Series" returns with a special treat, H.G. Wells' "Things To Come." While much of the fare in our series is laughably low-budget sci-fi schlock that welcomes audience ridicule and laughs, this film is quite different. This is a foreboding look at the future that predicts a […]
Brought together by a shared passion for the power of Ethiopian music, this group shines an experimentalism based in the virtuosity of rooted traditions. With swirling masinko (one-stringed fiddle), wah-wah-violin, bass krar boom, and the unstoppable rhythm of heavy kebero (goat-skin drum) beats, powerful traditional lead African diva vocals, QWANQWA keeps the people wrapped in […]
A silent auction, arts and crafts, baked goods and chocolate treats will be available for purchase, plus luncheon items. AND the Chocolate Fountain will be returning after an absence of 3 years! Proceeds benefit Companions in Wholeness, a multi-church program to alleviate hunger and homelessness in Rutland. From 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
You are invited to our FREE Gingerbread House Making Work- shop with DOUBLE THE FUN from 11 a.m. –1:00 p.m. 1. Make an edible gingerbread house. 2. Create and decorate your own textile house with ribbons, pinecones, and more. Make a snowman out of cotton balls, and trees from sugar cones!
The Annual Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap to benefit Okemo Mountain School is the place to gear up for the winter with new and used gear at great prices. You will find everything you need to get out on the hill this season….skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, helmets, goggles, outerwear, and more! The best part about […]
Interested bakers, schools, businesses, organizations, families, individuals, and young people are invited to submit their imaginative gingerbread creations. The gingerbread designs will be on display in our historic 1890's mansion starting at the Gingerbread Showcase on December 3rd from Noon to 2 PM, until December 23rd. $10 per entry. Details, rules, and entry form at […]
Create a new Thanksgiving morning tradition! Run, walk, stroll with a chance to win your Thanksgiving Day pie! Every 10th finisher receives a freshly made pie, plus the winning male and female. Distance: Approximately 3 miles over hill and dale at Neshobe Golf Course. This is a rain or shine event. No refunds. Registration opens […]
Pop over to the Sheldon Museum to see an elaborate mini-world of electric trains that zoom through a village, zip under tunnels and stop at tiny stations. Included with regular admission.
Come learn about The Reporter's plans to transition to a non-profit, and find out how you can get involved. Join us from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at OVUHS in the auditorium.
Please come learn about The Reporter's plans to transition to a community-based non-profit operation. Publisher Angelo Lynn and non-profit Board members Steven Jupiter, George Fjeld, and Barbara Ebling will all be on hand to discuss the transition with any members of the community who wish to know more. We're excited to begin this new chapter […]
Students will learn to create with clay. After the project is kiln fired, they will learn how to finish the piece. Both classes needed to have a finished piece. Must RSVP.
Stock up on birdseed and save some dough. Garland’s Farm and Garden at 70 Park Street. 9 am to 2pm. Membership in Audubon not required, but you can join at the sales. Cash or check only. Learn more about feeding birds and how you can help protect them. More info at birding@rutland- countyaudubon.org
On Saturday morning the 8 covered bridges in Rutland County will be decorated in Yuletide greenery. Starting at 9 a.m. at Sanderson Covered Bridge in Brandon, wreaths or balsam sprays will be hung to greet holiday travelers. From Brandon we’ll proceed to Pittsford to Hammond, Depot, Gorham, and Cooley covered bridges, in that order. Then […]
After a three-year hiatus, come and join us once again as we chat with friends (old and new) by the bonfire, welcome Santa as he arrives on a fire truck, drink hot cocoa, light the gigantic tree, and ride a hay wagon up to the library to enjoy stories read by our library director and […]
Start your holiday shopping early in a fun way! Come browse at 1:30 - bidding starts at 2pm. Dozens of items from local artists to bid on. All proceeds to benefit the library.
Bristol-based collaborators and partners Seamus Egan & Moira Smiley, will take the stage together for an intimate, acoustic, one-night only performance at Barn Opera in Brandon on Dec. 4. The duo will present “A Celtic Christmas Unplugged” at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
