Addison Independent Calendar of Events

Green Mountain Timekeepers Society members talk about the history of your clocks, watches and perhaps even wristwatches, and how they can be repaired. Bring your old clocks and watches or photographs and find out more about your timepieces. Clock repair demonstrations throughout the afternoon. Learn about the Barnes family who made clocks at Chimney Point.

The Shelburne Players’ third annual event. Read a one-act play together in the morning, pause for lunch, then read a second one-act play in the afternoon. No experience necessary. And if you don’t want to read, just come and listen. Dessert provided.

Celebrate CORA’s ready-to-use tennis/pickleball courts and new pavilion, with opening words by selectboard Chair Tanya Byker. Refreshments to follow and music by Red Dog Riley.

Rokeby’s annual fundraiser combines homemade pie and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream with live music, lawn games, raffles and tours.

All proceeds go to the Starksboro Fire Department to help them defray lifesaving equipment costs. Menu: sausage gravy with homemade biscuits, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, pancakes, french toast, maple syrup from Alan Mayer’s sugarhouse and apple bread pudding.

Green Mountain Timekeepers Society members talk about the history of your clocks, watches and perhaps even wristwatches, and how they can be repaired. Bring your old clocks and watches or photographs and find out more about your timepieces. Clock repair demonstrations throughout the afternoon. Learn about the Barnes family who made clocks at Chimney Point.

The Cornwall Outdoor Recreation Area (CORA) committee invites the public to the “Semi” Grand Opening on Aug. 9, from 1-3 p.m. The tennis and pickleball courts are ready to use. Then relax in the new pavilion built by Cornwall volunteers and TimberHomes staff. Red Dog Riley will play, Cornwall selectboard Chair Tanya Byker will speak and refreshments will be served.

Paul Lyons is a local musician who was born and raised in Chicago. He started playing piano as a youngster and went on to earn a Masters in music from University of Illinois. He moved to Vermont in 2016 and Monkton in 2022. As a performer and teacher, he has continued to develop his passion for music and instill that passion in others. He plays with many local bands, including the Lara Cwass Band, Bodacious, Mothership and Coop. He also writes and records his own music, and in 2024 he released his first full-length solo album.

Paul Lyons is a local musician who was born and raised in Chicago. He earn a Master’s in music from University of Illinois. As a performer and teacher, he develops his passion for music and instills that passion in others. He plays with many local bands, including the Lara Cwass Band, Bodacious, Mothership and Coop. He also writes and records his own music, and in 2024 he released his first full-length solo album.

Learn West African drum rhythms with Fode and Shelly. Some drums are available for use during gatherings, or bring your own. Every Monday afternoon (except on holidays). Open to all. Parking available behind the building, please use the street facing entrance.

$1,000 jackpot. Benefits veterans programs. Kitchen opens 5 p.m., quickies 6 p.m., regular bingo 7 p.m.

Relax on the green and listen to some great free summer music.

Learn West African drum rhythms with Fode and Shelly. Some drums are available for use during gatherings, or bring your own. Every Monday afternoon (except on holidays). Open to all. Parking available behind the building, please use the street facing entrance. Hosted by Community Bridges Project and Counseling Service of Addison County. Questions? Contact Zylpha, 802-388-3093 or Mary, 802-989-3074.

Addison County was named after Joseph Addison, who lived in London over 300 years ago. His hit play ”Cato” had a profound effect on the American Revolution and was George Washington’s favorite play. Doug Anderson brings his fascinating take on Joseph Addison to life in this special performance sponsored by the East Middlebury Historical Society.

Jordan is a master of flatpicking and fingerstyle guitar, Tice is well known as a founding member of the instrumental progressive string band Hawktail. Over his career, he has released numerous solo projects and performed alongside prominent roots artists like Aoife O’Donovan and David Rawling. Joseph spent over a decade as a singer, guitarist and primary songwriter for the celebrated North Carolina-based Americana quartet Mipso. While Mipso went on an intentional hiatus, Terrell launched a successful solo career. His solo work blends traditional folk storytelling with sonic experimentation. We have space for 30 people; reservation required. There is no elevator and a small flight of stairs. We’d appreciate it if you could bring a second pair of indoor shoes or slippers. BYOB. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute band Gold Dust Gypsies performs live. Rain location Brandon Town Hall.

Enjoy live music and tacos, creative cocktails and mocktails, snacks, and paletas. You are welcome to bring your own blankets & chairs for the lawn. We also set up some tables and chairs.

Terrell is a master of flatpicking and fingerstyle guitar; Tice is well known as a founding member of the instrumental progressive string band Hawktail. Tice has released numerous solo projects and performed alongside prominent roots artists like Aoife O’Donovan and David Rawling. Terrell spent over a decade as a singer, guitarist and primary songwriter for the North Carolina Americana quartet Mipso. His solo work blends traditional folk storytelling with sonic experimentation. Space for 30 people; reservation required. No elevator and a small flight of stairs. If possible, bring a second pair of indoor shoes or slippers. BYOB. Light refreshments will be provided.

Navigate the summer night sky and learn to identify bright stars, asterisms, and constellations. Also enjoy looking for Perseid meteors. Location to be determined.

Barbecued chicken and fixin’s; pie contest and sale, baked goods, white elephant.