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THURSDAY, MAY 14

  • Green Mountain Club Stargazing Outing in Addison. Thursday, May 14, time TBD. Navigate the spring sky and learn some of the major stars, asterisms, constellations and deep sky objects for dates near the new moon. In the event of poor observing conditions, the outing will be rescheduled. Group limit is 10. Contact Ken Corey at [email protected] or 802-349-3733 to register. More info at gmcbreadloaf.org.
  • Ilsley Classic Film Club: “The Seventh Seal” in Middlebury. Thursday, May 14, 1 p.m., Marquis Theater. Join the Ilsley Classic Film Club’s “Global 1950s” series for a free screening of Ingmar Bergman’s acclaimed 1957 film “The Seventh Seal.” Free admission and popcorn.
  • ACSD’s Nelly Collazo talks special education in Middlebury. Thursday, May 14, 5:30–7 p.m., MUHS Library. Join the Addison Central Special Education Parent Advisory Council to meet Assistant Superintendent of Specialized Services Nelly Collazo, PhD, and learn more about her work supporting students with disabilities in ACSD schools.
  • “Little Women” in Middlebury. Thursday, May 14, 5:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. THT’s Young Company presents a newly adapted production of Louisa May Alcott’s classic coming-of-age story following the March sisters as they navigate family, friendship, ambition and identity. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

 

FRIDAY, MAY 15

  • Otter View Park garlic mustard and poison parsnip removal in Middlebury. Friday, May 15, 8:30 a.m., parking lot at corner of Weybridge St. and Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Join MALT volunteers and staff in caring for Otter View Park by helping pull garlic mustard and poison parsnip. To sign up or for more information contact Holly Fulton at [email protected].
  • Estate sale in Vergennes. Friday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., 94 Green Street. Estate sale featuring furniture, art and fascinating items collected from Africa, France and more.
  • Accessible modular home celebration in Middlebury. Friday, May 15, 1 p.m., 109 Catamount Park. Join Counseling Service of Addison County and WheelPad to celebrate the delivery of their first accessible modular home and learn how innovative housing partnerships can support community living. Guests can hear remarks from project partners and public officials, tour the unit and explore accessible design solutions.
  • Emerging Artists Exhibit Opening Reception in Bristol. Friday, May 15, 4–6 p.m., Art on Main, Main St. Celebrate the opening of the Emerging Artists Exhibit featuring work by Mt. Abraham students at this community reception. Exhibit on view through May 28.
  • Community supper in New Haven. Friday, May 15, 5–6:30 p.m., New Haven Congregational Church, 91 Town Hill Rd. The New Haven Ladies Union hosts a free casual community meal with spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread, beverages and dessert. Gluten-free options available. No take-out.
  • Fish fry in Middlebury. Friday, May 15, 5–7 p.m., VFW Post 7823, 530 Exchange St. Haddock or butterfly shrimp served with baked potato or fries and coleslaw. Eat in or take out. Proceeds benefit veterans programs. $16 per person. Open to the public. 802-388-9468.
  • Lincoln Cooperative Preschool spring auction and music. Friday, May 15, 6–9 p.m., Burnham Hall, 52 East River Rd. A lively evening fundraiser featuring a mostly silent auction with select live-auction items, plus live music by Sunday Morning (and possibly the preschool choir). Bid on experiences, local art, gift baskets, memberships and more, with a cash bar and snacks by donation. Suggested $10 donation at the door. All proceeds support a new ventilation system for the preschool and ongoing programming. Donations and questions: Elizabeth Keenan, 413-250-9334 or [email protected].
  • Trivia night in Cornwall. Friday, May 15, 6:30 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall, 2629 Route 30. Join the Cornwall Recreation Committee and the Vermont Historical Society for an evening of trivia with prizes, featuring questions on Vermont history and a special category for Cornwall trivia in honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Questions are designed for all ages and experience levels. Free.
  • Pizza & Live Music in Starksboro. Friday, May 15, 6–9 p.m., Common Ground Center, 473 Tatro Road. Enjoy wood-fired pizza and an outdoor family-friendly concert featuring Collin Cope and Chris Page of The Tenderbellies. Venue opens at 5:30 p.m.; music begins at 6:30 p.m. $20 adults; $10 children ages 4-12; free for ages 3 and under. Advance tickets at tinyurl.com/CGCPizza2026.
  • Cirque Us: “One Man’s Trash” in Middlebury. Friday, May 15, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 72 Merchants Row. An inventive circus performance that transforms trash into acrobatic adventure. High-flying aerialists, and quirky clowns perform daring circus acts built around teamwork and resourcefulness. Tickets: $15-$25.
  • Coffeehouse in the Library in Starksboro. Friday, May 15, 7-9 p.m., at the library in the village. Doug Anderson comes over from Chelsea to perform this month for a music series that highlights Addison County musicians, organized by Johnne Dickason of Starksboro. Some refreshments will be available. Donations welcome. Let’s give these local players some love.
  • Bixby Library’s Depths of Discovery Gala in Vergennes. Friday, May 15, 7 to 11 p.m., Bixby Library, 258 Main St. Come join an extraordinary voyage beneath the waves for this year’s highly anticipated Depths of Discovery Gala. Inspired by “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” by Jules Verne, this annual fundraiser invites you to descend into wonder beneath the library’s storied stained-glass dome in the magnificent marble rotunda. There will be nautical melodies by The Grift, dancing on the ocean floor, local bites & libations, deep-sea treasures in a silent auction and timeless memories in a photobooth. Tickets to last year’s Secret Garden Gala sold out quickly—don’t miss your chance to experience this year’s undersea adventure! Buy tickets online at com/BixbyGala2026 or visit the Circulation Desk.

 

SATURDAY, MAY 16

  • New Haven Community Library Friends book & bake sale. Saturday, May 16, 8:30 a.m.– noon, New Haven Community Library. Annual fundraiser featuring books, baked goods and coffee.
  • Estate sale in Vergennes. Saturday, May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., 94 Green Street. Estate sale featuring furniture, art and fascinating items collected from Africa, France and more.
  • Annual Med47 Foundation Garden Shoppe in Bristol. Saturday, May 16, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., 3319 South Route 116. Opening weekend for the annual garden shop fundraiser that runs through June 14. Vegetable plants, annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, berry plants, succulents and garden décor. Proceeds support community programs and scholarships through the Brendon P. Cousino Med47 Foundation. Direct questions to: [email protected].
  • Clean Out Closet Sale in Vergennes. Saturday, May 16, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Parish Hall, 85 S. Maple St. St. Peter’s Resale Closet offers a “take what you want, pay what you can” sale featuring gently used clothing for men, women and children, household goods, books and more. The Resale Closet will also be open with regular-priced items. Proceeds benefit community charity partners.
  • “Show Up, Kids!” performance in Middlebury. Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater Anderson Studio, 72 Merchants Row. An interactive comedy invites kids and their adults to help create the show. When the main attraction fails to appear, the audience becomes the star in a joyful, fast-paced theatrical experience performed in English and “Spanglish.” Tickets: $15-$25.
  • Workshop: Make your own household cleaners in Salisbury. Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, 853 Maple St. Join Mirjam and Alissa for a hands-on workshop using basic, non-toxic household products like vinegar and baking soda to make safe, simple, and less expensive cleaners for the home. Free.
  • Fiber Crafts Collective in East Middlebury. Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m., Sarah Partridge Library, 431 East Main St. A welcoming fiber crafts gathering focused on creativity, shared learning and community connection. Participants work on knitting, crochet, weaving, spinning, sewing, embroidery, felting, macrame and more. All skill levels welcome. More info at [email protected].
  • Green Mountain Club Hike to Silver Lake and Lenny’s Lookout in Salisbury. Saturday, May 16, time TBD. An easy-to-moderate 3.9-mile hike. Wear appropriate clothing and bring water, lunch and hiking poles if you use them. Elevation change of 650 feet. Contact leader Ruth Penfield at [email protected] or 802-458-1116 to register. More info at gmcbreadloaf.org.
  • The Hokum Brothers Dance Party in Middlebury. Saturday, May 16, 3 p.m., Maloney Performing Arts Plaza at Town Hall Theater, 72 Merchants Row. An all-ages outdoor dance party featuring The Hokum Brothers’ humorous Americana-inspired music. Pay what you can; suggested donation $5–$20. Sweet treats available.
  • Vermont Homeschool Alternative Prom 2026 in Brandon. Saturday, May 16, 6–10 p.m., Brandon Town Hall, 1 Conant Square. Fourth annual statewide free prom for homeschool and alternative school youth ages 12-19. Potluck event with music, dancing, free prom photos and accessible spaces. No RSVP required. More info on Front Porch Forum or by contacting [email protected].
  • “Oh Fair to See: A Musical Journey Through Song” in Middlebury. Saturday, May 16, 7 p.m., Unity Hall at the Congregational Church of Middlebury. Tenor Drew Young and pianist Ronnie Romano present an evening of music tracing the journey from winter to spring through works by Handel, Finzi, Grieg, Sibelius, Keen and Copland. Donations support Migrant Justice.

 

SUNDAY, MAY 17

  • Stitch & Spin in Lincoln. Sunday, May 17, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Russell Memorial Library. Bring knitting, embroidery, crocheting, or other fiber arts projects for a social crafting session with fellow makers in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
  • Estate sale in Vergennes. Sunday, May 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 94 Green Street. Estate sale featuring furniture, art and fascinating items collected from Africa, France and more.
  • Champlain Valley Fiddler’s Club jam in Middlebury. Sunday, May 17, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Middlebury VFW. Come listen to people sing and play. If you know anyone who plays fiddle or any instrument, have them join us. Refreshments available. 50/50 raffle and door prize. Come with you dancing shoes on.
  • Naturalist Craig Zondag’s Guided SpIN Walk in Ripton. Sunday, May 17, 1:30 p.m., Spirit In Nature Paths, Goshen Rd. off Route 125. One-hour guided walk along the Spirit In Nature paths to observe plants, birds, and animals as they celebrate the coming of spring. Meet at the SpIN parking lot. Note: paths are not handicap-accessible due to uneven surfaces and tree roots. SpIN Annual Meeting follows; all are welcome to attend one or both. More info: spiritinnature.org/new-events.
  • Green Mountain Club Trail Work. Sunday, May 17, location and time TBD. Looking for an opportunity to give back? Come work on the trails for the day. Plan to hike four to six miles, clear water bars and create drainage structures to keep water off the trail. For more information, contact Ellen Cronan at 908-595-2926 or visit gmcbreadloaf.org.
  • Benefit Motorcycle Ride for Williams Syndrome in Hinesburg. Sunday, May 17, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Champlain Valley Union High School. Freedom Vermont V-Twins Cruisers hosts a scenic benefit ride through Hinesburg and Huntington to support local families and the Williams Syndrome Association. Registration begins at 9 a.m., ride departs at 11 a.m. Lunch, prizes and a 50-50 raffle included. $20 riders, $10 passengers, $10 non-rider lunch. Direct questions to Andy Maille at 802-458-1963 or [email protected].
  • Learn to Save a Life first aid training in Middlebury. Sunday, May 17, 2–4 p.m., Middlebury Regional EMS, 55 Collins Drive. Kick off National EMS Week with this free hands-on class covering CPR basics, AED use, stroke recognition and bleeding control. Reserve your spot: middlebury911.org/learntosavealife.
  • Spirit In Nature Annual Meeting and Eco-Spirit Award in Ripton. Sunday, May 17, 3 p.m., Ripton Community House, 1283 Vermont Route 125. All are welcome to attend SpIN’s Annual Meeting to hear a report on recent path, fence and bridge improvements. The 2026 Eco-Spirit Award will be presented to Mark Nelson of “Standing Trees,” who will give a talk. More info at org/new-events.

 

MONDAY, MAY 18

  • Monday night bingo in Middlebury. Monday, May 18, VFW Post 7823, 530 Exchange St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. A $1,000 jackpot with “quickies” starting at 6 p.m. and regular bingo beginning at 7 p.m. The kitchen is open from 5–6:30 p.m. with a regular menu, daily special and homemade desserts. Benefits veterans programs.
  • Samantha Angstman concert in Salisbury. Monday, May 18, 3 p.m., Salisbury Congregational Church. Pianist Samantha Angstman performs a program of works by early 20th-century American composers. Free.
  • Vergennes City Band rehearsals. Monday, May 18, 7–9 p.m., Vergennes Opera House. Instrumentalists of all experience levels are invited to join the community band rehearsals. For more information, contact Sue O’Daniel at [email protected].

 

TUESDAY, MAY 19

  • Lyracle early music concert in Shoreham. Tuesday, May 19, 3 p.m., Shoreham Inn. Early music duo Lyracle is celebrating America 250 with music for voice and viol from the earliest days of colonial Massachusetts. This program is free through a Vermont Humanities grant, but tickets are required due to limited space. OtterCreekMusicFestival.com.
  • Bianca Stone on Ruth Stone: A Vermont Poet Laureate Lecture in Middlebury. Tuesday, May 19, 6 p.m., Town Hall Theater Anderson Studio, 72 Merchants Row. Vermont Poet Laureate Bianca Stone explores the poetry and legacy of her grandmother, former Vermont Poet Laureate Ruth Stone, through readings and discussion. Bar opens at 5 p.m. Pay what you can.
  • Irish Music Night with RambleTree in Middlebury. Tuesday, May 19, 7-9 p.m., Two Brothers Tavern, 86 Main St. A high-energy mix of classic Irish tunes, sea shanties, world music, rock, funk, reggae and original material. Free.

 

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20

  • Afterschool craft session in Lincoln. Wednesday, May 20, 3–4:30 p.m., Lincoln Library. Join Jacqueline and Wendy for a hands-on afternoon of seasonal creativity focused on the colors of spring. Participants will craft vibrant paper flowers and other spring-themed decorations. Free.
  • Sheldon Museum opening day celebration in Middlebury. Wednesday, May 20, 4 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Celebrate the start of the ‘26-‘27 season with six new exhibits and refreshed parlors in the historic Judd-Harris House. Light refreshments and live music. Free admission.
  • Tome Talk: “The Six Wives of Henry VIII” in Middlebury. Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m., Ilsley Public Library NBM Meeting Room. Join this discussion group for Alison Weir’s “The Six Wives of Henry VIII.” Copies are available at the library’s circulation desk.
  • Mayor Tela’s Super Crunchy Hippie Jam Band Benefit Concert for Homeward Bound in Middlebury. Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m., Marquis Theatre, 65 Main St. This fundraiser for Homeward Bound features Burlington-based Phish tribute supergroup Satan’s Dogs and Noble Hierarch. $15 at the door; cash preferred. Bar and food available.
  • Julia Alvarez launches “Visitations” in Middlebury. Wednesday, May 20, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater Anderson Studio, 72 Merchants Row. Julia Alvarez discusses and reads from her new poetry collection, “Visitations,” exploring family, migration, memory and resilience. Bar opens at 5:30 p.m. Tickets $8.
  • Middlebury Community Music Center’s end-of-the-year salon. Wednesday, May 20, 6-7:30 p.m. St. Stephen’s Church, 3 Main St. Students from a variety of studios perform pieces they have been studying in an intimate and supportive setting. Even if you or your child isn’t performing, come and listen to connect with this musical community. Free.

 

THURSDAY, MAY 21

  • Cookbook club in New Haven. Thursday, May 21, 6 p.m., New Haven Community Library. Cookbook Club features recipes from cookbooks by Naomi Duguid in a potluck-style gathering open to all. Participants are encouraged to bring a dish and the cookbook used.
  • Bristol Historical Society Meeting. Thursday, May 21, 7 p.m., Howden Hall, 19 West St. Monthly meeting featuring Elissa Cobb presenting “Only Ever One Black Man; Reconnecting to Bristol’s Lost Black Community–Part 1,” sharing research on Black families in Bristol’s history. A short business meeting follows. Open to the public and accessible.
  • Middlebury Community Music Center’s end-of-the-year salon. Thursday, May 21, 6-7:30 p.m. St. Stephen’s Church, 3 Main St. See May 20 listing.
  • Monthly figure drawing at Aleshire Gallery in Brandon. Thursday, May 21, 7–9 p.m., Aleshire Gallery, 29 Union St. Artists of all experience levels are invited to this facilitated open drawing session featuring a live model, with short and long poses in a focused, non-instructional setting. $20. Bring your own materials. Limited to 10 participants. Reserve by contacting Phil Bowman at [email protected] or 802-222-5673.

 

FRIDAY, MAY 22

  • Estate sale in Vergennes. Friday, May 22, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., 94 Green Street. Estate sale featuring furniture, art and fascinating items collected from Africa, France and more.
  • Senior Week Choral Concert in Middlebury. Friday, May 22, 7:30 p.m., Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall. Middlebury College Choir’s final performance of the academic year. Free and open to the public. Lively and entertaining repertoire selected by the graduating senior singers.

 

SATURDAY, MAY 23

  • Estate sale in Vergennes. Saturday, May 23, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., 94 Green Street. Estate sale featuring furniture, art and fascinating items collected from Africa, France and more.
  • Orwell Library annual plant, book & bake sale. Saturday, May 23, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Orwell Free Library. 19th annual fundraiser featuring perennials, annuals, organic veggie starts, baked goods, breakfast and lunch options, used books, DVDs, puzzles and more to benefit the library. A school car wash fundraiser will also be running the same day starting at 10 a.m. Preorder plants beginning Saturday, May 16, at orwellfreelibrary.org.
  • Plant, candle and bake sale in Brandon. Saturday, May 23, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Brandon Congregational Church, 1 Carver St. Annual sale featuring perennial and annual plants, veggie starters, house plants, homemade baked goods, plus handmade beeswax candles by Barbara Gray. Free children’s planting project. Proceeds benefit the building fund. Donations of plants and baked goods welcome. For plant info contact Phyllis: 802-247-3251 or [email protected]; baked goods info contact Ellen: 802-247-3674; general questions: [email protected] or 802-247-6121.
  • Lincoln Library annual plant and book sale extravaganza. Saturday, May 23, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Lincoln Library. Annual fundraising event featuring perennials, annuals, herbs, culinary plants, houseplants and pollinator-friendly selections. The event also includes live music, a bake sale, face-painting, children’s activities, tool and knife sharpening and a raffle with prizes from local businesses. Tickets available at the library: $2 each or three for $5.
  • Nature illustration workshop in Salisbury. Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, 853 Maple St. Emma Dannenberg from the Lake Champlain Basin Program leads a nature illustration workshop, with participants invited to relax and focus on the natural world using pencils, pens, or brushes. The workshop will be held outside on the church lawn if weather permits. Co-sponsored by the Salisbury Conservation Commission. Registration required by email or phone at the library.
  • John Strong Mansion tours open in Addison. Saturday, May 23,. 11 a.m.–3 p.m, 6656 Route 17 W. John Strong Mansion opens for seasonal tours every Saturday and Sunday offering visitors a look inside the historic home and museum. This year offers a “zipper pull” granting access to the original 1762 log cabin foundation site built by John Strong. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, and $10 for families. All sales support the preservation of the museum.
  • Sign-making party for Memorial Day parade in Middlebury. Saturday, May 23, 2–3:30 p.m., Ilsley Public Library NBM Meeting Room, 30 Main St. Join Mini-Ilsley to create signs for the library’s presence in the 2026 Middlebury Memorial Day Parade. Materials provided.

 

SUNDAY, MAY 24

  • Open Studio Weekend: Dasha Kalisz’s ceramic studio in Leicester. Sunday, May 24, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 841 Swinington Hill Rd. A look behind the scenes at the artist’s ceramic practice. Process demonstrations and information. Questions welcome.
  • Estate sale in Vergennes. Sunday, May 24, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 94 Green Street. Estate sale featuring furniture, art and fascinating items collected from Africa, France and more.
  • Memorial Day parade in Orwell. Sunday, May 24, 1:30 p.m. Come for Orwell’s biggest event of the year to honor military veterans who sacrificed for our freedom. This year also celebrate our nations 250th Anniversary! Grand Marshals for 2026 will be Margaret and Sandy Korda.

 

MONDAY, MAY 25

  • Vergennes Memorial Day Parade. Monday, May 25, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Vergennes streets and City Green. Annual parade hosted by American Legion Post 14 honoring service members, followed by a ceremony on the Green. This year’s theme is “The last full measure of devotion.” Chicken barbecue follows at American Legion Post 14 starting at noon until sold out.
  • Cribbage Night in Bristol. Monday, May 25, 7–8:15 p.m., Bristol Masons Lodge, corner of North and Elm streets. Semi-monthly cribbage night welcomes community players for an evening of cards. Free.

 

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27

  • Funlab: Make Your Own Bubble Wand in Vergennes. Wednesday, May 27, 4–5 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library. Hands-on free workshop where participants design and build bubble wands using a variety of shapes and materials, then test them to create bubbles of all sizes.
  • Collage night for mental health awareness month in Middlebury. Wednesday, May 27, 6–8 p.m., NBM Meeting Room, Mini-Ilsley, 30 Main St. Join community members for an evening of creativity and fun celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by making collage artwork to take home or share. Free. All materials are provided, though participants may bring their own scissors if preferred.
  • Clara Rose and Raphaella Hero concert in Weybridge. Wednesday, May 27, 7:30 p.m., 3345 Quaker Village Rd. House concert featuring two violinists and recent Berklee College of Music grads. Folk-inspired improvisational music for meditation and connection, shaped by both formal training and free improvisation traditions. $25 donation recommended. Reservations required. [email protected] or 802-557-7589.

 

THURSDAY, MAY 28

  • Lunchtime Concert Series: Sallie Mack and Rosi Gowdey in Vergennes. Thursday, May 28, 2026, 12:15 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, entrance opposite the bandstand on the green. Come hear guitarists and vocalists Sallie Mack, former co-founder and co-director of the Ripton Community Coffee House, and Rosi Gowdey, storyteller and social change advocate, in a concert of eclectic music with a repertoire of folk, blue grass and ballad as well as original compositions. Free and open to all. Feel free to bring your lunch.
  • “The Little Things that Run the World” documentary film screening in Middlebury. Thursday, May 28, 7 p.m., National Bank Meeting Room, Ilsley Public Library, 30 Main St. Documentary explores how bees, butterflies, beetles and other pollinators sustain ecosystems and human survival. Hosted by Ilsley Public Library and the Pollinator Pathway of Addison County. Free. More info: [email protected].
  • Ilsley Classic Film Club: “Black Orpheus” in Middlebury. Thursday, May 28, 1 p.m., Marquis Theater. Join the Ilsley Classic Film Club’s “Global 1950s” series for a free screening of the celebrated international film “Black Orpheus.” Free admission and popcorn.
  • Stephen Kiernan discusses “Pollock’s Last Lover” in Middlebury. Thursday, May 28, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater Anderson Studio, 72 Merchants Row. Novelist Stephen Kiernan discusses his new novel, “Pollock’s Last Lover: A Novel of Art and Deception,” about art, ambition and authenticity. Books available for purchase and signing. Bar opens at 5:30 p.m. Pay what you can.
  • Documentary screening: “The Little Things that Run the World” in Middlebury. Thursday, May 28, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library NBM Meeting Room, 30 Main St. Free screening of this award-winning documentary exploring the vital role of bees, butterflies, beetles and other pollinators in sustaining ecosystems. Free. Arrive early for seating.

 

FRIDAY, MAY 29

  • Emily Sunderman student recital in Cornwall. Friday, May 29, 5:30–6:30 p.m., The Meeting House at Cornwall, 2598 Route 30. Violin, viola and cello students of Emily Sunderman present their annual recital featuring solo and group performances.
  • Abe Middle School Musical: “Seussical Jr.” in Bristol. Friday, May 29, 7 p.m., Mt. Abraham Union High School, Airport Dr., MAUSD ELP middle school performers bring Dr. Seuss favorites to life in this colorful musical adventure featuring Horton, the Cat in the Hat and the Whos. Tickets: $5 cur8.com/22548/project/137332.

 

SATURDAY, MAY 30

  • Friends of the TAM Chipman Hill Bird Walk with Ron Payne in Middlebury. Saturday, May 30, 7:30 a.m., Chipman Hill. Otter Creek Audubon President Ron Payne leads a walk focusing on bird identification while also observing other fauna and spring wildflowers. Participants will also be joined by MALT Executive Director Kevin Fox. Details and registration: maltvt.org/friends-of-tam-chipman-hill.
  • Dance and karaoke with D.J. John in Middlebury. Saturday, May 30, 2–5 p.m., Addison County VFW Post 7823, 530 Exchange St. Dance and karaoke afternoon with D.J. John, open to the public. The kitchen is open from 2–4 p.m. Free.
  • Middlebury Garden Club annual plant sale in Middlebury. Saturday, May 30, 9 a.m.–noon, former Taylor Rental building, Route 7 South. Shop annuals, perennials, dahlia tubers, vegetable starts, herbs and shrubs, along with gardening accessories. Plants are labeled with care information, and trays and boxes will be available for carrying purchases.
  • Green Mountain Club hike on Bristol Trail Network. Saturday, May 30, 9 a.m. Plan for 2.5-3 hours for the 3.4-mile section around Bristol’s historic areas. Elevation gain under 100 feet. Excellent options for snacks/lunch locally. Please register by contacting Porter Knight at [email protected] or 802-343-3920.
  • Rhubarb Festival in Middlebury. Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society. Celebrate spring and community with rhubarb pies and other treats, a plant sale, book sale, music and children’s activities. Proceeds support the wider community. Find out more at cvuus.org/connection/rhubarb-festival.
  • Watercolor Paint-Along in Vergennes. Saturday, May 30, noon–2 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library. Follow a step-by-step nature watercolor painting video in this free session. Space is limited; reservations required. Contact: [email protected].
  • Gardening for kids in Brandon. Saturday, May 30, 1:30–3:30 p.m., Miller Hill Farm, Nursery and Garden. Co-hosted by the Brandon Free Public Library, this family-friendly program introduces children to gardening, pollinators and environmental stewardship through story time, a scavenger hunt and planting wax begonias to take home. Free; registration required. Call 802-247-8230 or email [email protected].
  • Dance and Karaoke with D.J. John in Middlebury. Saturday, May 30, 2–5 p.m., Addison County VFW Post 7823, 530 Exchange St. Dance and karaoke afternoon with D.J. John; open to the public. The kitchen is open from 2–4 p.m. Admission is free.
  • Mt. Abe Middle School Musical: “Seussical Jr.” in Bristol. Saturday, May 30, 7 p.m., Mt. Abraham Union High School, Airport Dr., MAUSD ELP middle school performers bring Dr. Seuss favorites to life in this colorful musical adventure featuring Horton, the Cat in the Hat and the Whos. Tickets: $5 cur8.com/22548/project/137332.

 

SUNDAY, MAY 31

  • Run into Summer 5K in Vergennes. Sunday, May 31, 10 a.m., Vergennes Union High School. Charity 5K hosted by Better Tomorrow Projects. Proceeds benefit Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, supporting outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all abilities. Runners and walkers welcome. Register: gle/i7A4HUnVzTJXfB3p9.
  • Run into Summer 5K in Vergennes. Sunday, May 31, 10 a.m., Vergennes Union High School. Charity 5K hosted by Better Tomorrow Projects. Proceeds benefit Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, supporting outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all abilities. Runners and walkers welcome. More info: forms.gle/i7A4HUnVzTJXfB3p9.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 1

  • Vergennes City Band rehearsal. Monday, June 1, 7–9 p.m., Vergennes Opera House. Instrumentalists of all experience levels are invited to join the Vergennes City Band for community rehearsals. For more information, contact Sue O’Daniel at [email protected].

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 2

  • Homeschool information night in Ferrisburgh. Tuesday, June 2, 6–8 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall. Homeschool-curious families are invited to learn about Vermont homeschooling requirements and registration, hear from a parent panel and connect with local homeschool families, services and educational resources. RSVP, submit questions and learn more at homeschoolvt.com.

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 4

  • Noontime organ recital in Middlebury. Thursday, June 4, 12:15 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. Organ Scholar Madison Thompson of Christ Church Cathedral, Montreal, and McGill University presents a recital on the church’s 150-year-old pipe organ. Works by Bach, Sweelinck, Vierne, Whiting and Florence Price. Free.

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 5

  • Five Fridays Concert: Dwight + Nicole Band in Middlebury. Friday, June 5, 5:30–7 p.m., Town Hall Theater Maloney Plaza, 68 South Pleasant St. Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson bring a genre-defying sound rooted in blues, R&B, soul, roots rock, alternative and Americana. The series features local and internationally celebrated performers as part of Middlebury’s First Friday downtown festivities, with food and bar offerings available. More info: townhalltheater.org.
  • “La Traviata” by Opera Company of Middlebury. Friday, June 5, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. A full production of Verdi’s “La Traviata,” reimagined in the roaring ’20s. Pre-show talk with Maestro Filippo Ciabatti at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: townhalltheater.org.

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

  • Crafternoon in Brandon. Saturday, June 6, 1-3 p.m., Brandon Free Public Library, 4 Franklin St. A monthly crafting afternoon for all ages. Bring your own project or create something using library supplies. A different craft will be featured each month. Free.

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 7

  • “La Traviata” by Opera Company of Middlebury. Sunday, June 7, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater. A full production of Verdi’s “La Traviata,” reimagined in the roaring ’20s. Pre-show talk with Dr. Danielle Simon at 1 p.m. Tickets at townhalltheater.org.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 8

  • Vergennes City Band rehearsal. Monday, June 8, 7–9 p.m., Vergennes Opera House. Instrumentalists of all experience levels are invited to join the Vergennes City Band for community rehearsals. For more information, contact Sue O’Daniel at [email protected].

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10

  • Slow Rollers social bike ride in Middlebury. Wednesday, June 10, 6–9 p.m., meet outside Little Seed Coffee Roasters, 24 Merchants Row. These casually paced community bike rides explore local neighborhoods and the Trail Around Middlebury while bringing people together for fresh air and conversation. More info on Instagram @SlowRollersMiddlebury.

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 11

  • “La Traviata” by Opera Company of Middlebury. Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. A full production of Verdi’s “La Traviata,” reimagined in the roaring ’20s. Pre-show talk with Dr. Danielle Simon at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at townhalltheater.org.

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 12

  • “Babel 46” by Opera Company of Middlebury Young Artist Program in Middlebury. Friday, June 12, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. See the U.S. premiere of Xavier Montsalvatge’s multilingual postwar opera “Babel 46,” presented by OCM’s Young Artist Program. Pre-show talk with Alejandro Roca at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at townhalltheater.org.

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 13

  • Addison County Regional Energy & Eco Fair in Vergennes. Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Vergennes city green. Come have a conversation about energy and nature-based solutions for your home or business. Cohosted by the Vergennes and Weybridge Energy Committees and Addison County Regional Planning Commission. Event contacts: [email protected] or [email protected].
  • “La Traviata” by Opera Company of Middlebury. Saturday, June 13, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater. Final performance of Verdi’s “La Traviata,” reimagined in the roaring ’20s. Pre-show talk with Douglas Anderson at 1 p.m. Tickets at townhalltheater.org.
  • Silent movie: “The Kid” in Brandon. Saturday, June 13, 7 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. Charlie Chaplin’s 1921 classic, also starring a young Jackie Coogan, is shown with live music by Jeff Rapsis. Part of the annual Silent Movie Series featuring live accompaniment. Free. Concessions support future screenings.

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 14

  • “Babel 46” by Opera Company of Middlebury Young Artist Program in Middlebury. Sunday, June 14, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater. Final performance of the U.S. premiere of “Babel 46,” a powerful one-act opera set in a refugee camp after World War II. Pre-show talk with Patrick Diamond at 1 p.m. Tickets at townhalltheater.org.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 15

  • Vergennes City Band rehearsal. Monday, June 15, 7–9 p.m., Vergennes Opera House. Instrumentalists of all experience levels are invited to join the Vergennes City Band for community rehearsals. For more information, contact Sue O’Daniel at [email protected].

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

  • Let’s Go Birding with MALT and Otter Creek Audubon in Middlebury. Saturday, June 20, 9-11 a.m., Wright Park, Seymour Street Extension. Join MALT and Otter Creek Audubon to identify birds by sight and song on a guided morning bird walk. Suitable for beginners and experienced birders alike. Family-friendly event with light snacks and a hands-on activities table.

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 27

  • Biodiversity Builders: Creating and Implementing Your Plan in Vergennes. Saturday, June 27, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Bixby Library, Main Street. Second in a series of hands-on workshops demonstrating how to bring native plants into outdoor spaces. Native plants boost biodiversity, support pollinators and birds, and reduce maintenance, fertilizer use, and runoff. Learn why native plants matter, how to assess and prepare your site, choose the right plants, convert your lawn step-by-step, and maintain long-term success. Presented by Lisa Sausville and Ashley Robinson. For more information email to Ashley at [email protected]. Registration link: tinyurl.com/BuildyBioAtBixby.
  • New Haven Neighbors music & family event in New Haven. Saturday, June 27, New Haven Town Green. A family-friendly music and community event will take place during the Fireman’s BBQ dinner, featuring entertainment and activities for all ages. Details to be announced.