A jazz trio swings for Havurah

Havurah of Addison County will present an unforgettable afternoon of jazz this Sunday, March 30, from 3-4:30 p.m. at the Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society in Middlebury.

Allred is all about the arts

Each year 5-Town Friends of the Arts celebrates someone who makes a significant contribution to the arts in the five towns the nonprofit serves: Bristol, Lincoln, Starksboro, New Haven and Monkton. This year, Bristol resident Jennifer Allred will receive … (read more)

Learn something new: THT expands creative offerings for all ages

“We just launched our classes last week,” Town Hall Theater’s education director Lindsay Pontius said during a walk-through interview on Monday afternoon. “Enrollment is still very much open. We’re here and we want people to come in and use it!”

A century of Middlebury College scrapbooks on display

Most of us carry around digital phones that can recall memories in an endless scroll… So, it’s a curious thing that students at Middlebury College recently put together an exhibit that highlights actual, hardcopy, paper scrapbooks that previous Midd stude … (read more)

New music gatherings pop up in Weybridge on Wednesdays

A newcomer to Addison County, yes, but Don Sheldon is anything but new to the folk music scene. Sheldon moved down to Weybridge just last fall, from his long-time home in Huntington, and he brought a passion for discovering lesser-known musicians and givi … (read more)

No Man’s Land: Outdoor film fest lands in Middlebury

Watching pretty much any outdoor sports film riles up an energy; a feeling of “I’m doing this.” It’s like you’re plummeting down that craggy pitch and carving wide into a cloud of untracked powder; you’re launching a bike high over that mountain stream; y … (read more)

Keeping the beat for a decade at MCMC

“As we celebrate a decade of music, growth and connection, I’m filled with gratitude for the incredible support of our community, the unwavering dedication of our faculty, and the inspiring accomplishments of our students,” said Sadie Brightman, Middlebur … (read more)

Local ‘treasure’ notices importance of poetry

David Weinstock has been the shepherd of several poetry groups, including the Otter Creek Poetry Workshop, which has met every Thursday (except Thanksgiving) for the past 27 years.

New interpretations bring depth to ‘Guys and Dolls’

The Middlebury College J-Term musical production of “Guys and Dolls” is coming to the stage of the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury beginning Saturday, Jan. 25.

Live music comes to local libraries, January through May

What do libraries sound like these days? Well just ask Rick Ceballos and the 5-Town Friends of the Arts group that will be hosting the second annual Winter Into Spring Musical Library Tour.

Mike + Ruthy ring in the new year at Burnham Hall

Folk duo Mike + Ruthy of The Mammals are coming to Burnham Hall in Lincoln this Saturday, Jan. 4. It’s part of the Burnham Presents music series that features nationally touring and regional artists of note on mostly first Saturdays September through May.

Arts + Leisure Year in review 2024

It wows me every year, just how much art we have to offer right here in Addison County. What a gift it is that we can share all of this incredible work and good news with our community; and we have you — our loyal readers and supporters — to thank.

Local potter connects community with clay

Middlebury Studio School will see its long-time studio manager and clay instructor Kathy Clarke step back from her leadership position to allow assistant studio manager Saisorn Peemanao to step up.

Designer delights downtown Vergennes

Clothing designer John Michael (who preferred not include his last name) re-opened Artists & Revolutionaries upstairs of Malabar and Vergennes Laundry this past spring where he’s been creating his eco-friendly fashion label that was born in Brooklyn and r … (read more)

Chaotic comedy gives us a gift: ’10 Ways to Survive the Holidays’

This fast-paced holiday show captures the chaos of the season — from awkward family photos to carolers who really want their figgy pudding. It’s a merry romp through all your favorite holiday pitfalls, packed with laughs for the whole family and perfect f … (read more)

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