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Bennington
May 18, 2013
 Climb of Your Life
Looking for a new challenge, try a vertical road race up the steps of the Monument. The American Lung Association will be sponsoring the fourth annual fund raising stair climb at the Bennington Monument. Registration forms will be available a tthe Monument or online at www.climbofyourlife.org.
Bennington Battle Monument (Monument Circle)
Sat., May 18, 2013 8:30 AM
Registration Fee
802-447-0550 Web Site | Map

Bennington
May 19, 2013
 Sage City Symphony Spring Concert
Sage City Symphony presents a program of classical music including "Five Orchestral Scenes" by Allen Shawn, "Death and Transfiguration" by Richard Strauss, "Prelude and Fugue" by Arcady Dubensky and operatic arias by Mozart and Puccini. The annual dinner of luscious home-made dishes will follow the concert, $20 per person. The winners of the raffle for gift certificates to area restaurants will be drawn at this concert.
Greenwall Auditorium, VAPA, Bennington College (One College Drive)
Sunday, 4PM
Free
802-447-2149 or 518-225-0728 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Jun 12, 2013
 The Old Country Fiddler: Charles Ross Taggart
Having grown up in Topsham, Vermont, Charles Ross Taggart went on to a forty-year career performing in countless stage shows across the country, including the famous Red Path Chautauqua circuit. Fiddler Adam Boyce portrays Mr. Taggart near the end of his career, circa 1936, sharing recollections of his life and career interspersed with live fiddling and humorous sketches. A Vermont Humanities Council event.
Bennington Senior Center (124 Pleasant Street)
Wednesday, 1:00 pm
Free
802-442-1052 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Jun 23, 2013
 Summer Solstice Evening Tours at Monument
Enjoy the longest days of the years at the Monument - Tours to the top will run until sunset with Yoga on the lawn.
Bennington Battle Monument (Monument Circle)
Sun., 6:00 PM until dark
Free
802-447-0550 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Jul 4, 2013
 Reading of the Declaration of Independence
An annual tradition, the Reading of the Declaration of Independence with local actor Willy Jones will take place at 1:00 PM. Discussion and audience input will follow. The event is free and open to the public.
Bennington Battle Monument (Monument Circle)
1:00 PM
Free
802-447-0550 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Jul 13, 2013
Stepping Up, Guided Tours up the Monument Steps
A once a year event, the inside steps will be open to the public for guided tours. Learn the history as you walk the 417 unique steps to the top.
Bennington Battle Monument (Monument Circle)
Sat., July 13 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Adm.
802-447-0550 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Aug 2, 2013 through Aug 4, 2013
 Southern Vermont Art and Craft Festival
The Festival, formerly at Hildene, moves to its new home, Camelot Village in Bennington. 160 talented artists and artisans display and sell original one of a kind work as well as traditional and contemporary crafts. There are specialty food producers, wine makers and spirit distillers too. Great fresh food from local restaurants abounds. Craft demos and live music make it a very festive event. All under tents, Rain or shine.
Camelot Village (GPS- 66 Colgate Heights, Route 9 West)
10-5 friday and Saturday, 10-4 Sunday
Adm.
802-362-0150 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Aug 17, 2013
Annual Bennington Battle Day 5K Road Race
The race begins at 9:30 AM and ends with cannon fire. Following is an easy 1/2 mile "kids fun race." Registration forms available at the Monument Gift Shop.
BENNINGTON BATTLE MONUMENT (15 Monument Circle)
Registration 8:00 am, 9:30am race
Adm.
802-447-0550 Web Site | Map

Bennington
Aug 17, 2013 through Aug 18, 2013
 Battle of Bennington Weekend Anniversary Celebration
A Living History Encampment will take place on the ground of the Monument. Drill presentations, musket and artillery demonstrations, educational exhibits, and activities for children will be ongoing hourly. Authentic cannons will be on display and fired periodically during the day Saturday and Sunday.
Bennington Battle Monument (15 Monument Circle)
10:00 am. - 5:00 pm
Free
802-447-0550 Web Site | Map

Dorset
Jun 19, 2013 through Jul 7, 2013
 The Scene by Theresa Rebeck starring Tim Daly
"Rebecks wickedly scathing observations about the sort of self-obsessed New Yorkers who pursue their own interests at the cost of their morality and loyalty"- New York Post
The Dorset Playhouse (104 Cheney Road)
TU-SUN, 8 pm & 3 pm
Adm.
802-867-2223 or 802-867-2223 Web Site | Map

Dorset
Jul 11, 2013 through Jul 20, 2013
 The Whipping Man by Mathew Lopez
If you loved Academy Award winning film- Lincoln- you will love this Civil War drama. Tied by faith. Bound by secrets. Passover 1865. The Civil War has just ended and the annual celebration of the freedom from bondage is being observed in Jewish homes across the country. As the three men reunite to celebrate Passover, they uncover a tangle of secrets that might cost each man his freedom. "Haunting, striking and powerful"- The New York Times.
The Dorset Playhouse
TU-SUN, 8 pm & 3 pm
Adm.
Web Site | Map

Dorset
Jul 15, 2013 through Jul 26, 2013
 The Plays The Thing Camp
James Howe- author of Bunnicula and The Misfits- is the guest artist for this annual drama camp affiliated with the renowned Dorset Theatre Festival- includes Matinee performance and backstage tour.
The Dorset Playhouse (104 Cheney Road)
M-F 9:30-1:30
Registration Fee
802-867-2223 or 802-867-2223 Map

Dorset
Jul 25, 2013 through Aug 10, 2013
 Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon
The inspiration for many modern romantic comedies, Neil Simon's Barefoot in the Park brims with zippy one-liners and snappy comebacks. The perfect Summer Fling for any and all true romantics.
The Dorset Playhouse (104 Cheney Road)
TU-SUN, 8 pm & 3 pm
Adm.
802-867-2223 or 802-867-2223 Web Site | Map

Dorset
Aug 15, 2013 through Aug 31, 2013
 Clybourne Park by Bruce Norris
Winner of the 2011 Pulitzer Prize and London's Olivier Award for Best Play, Clybourne Park is a wickedly funny and fiercely provocative new play about the volatile combination of race and real estate.
The Dorset Playhouse (104 Cheney Road)
TU-SUN, 8 pm & 3 pm
802-867-2223 or 802-867-2223 Web Site | Map

Dorset
Sep 26, 2013 through Sep 28, 2013
 Robert Frost/This Verse Business
TV star Gordon Clapp brings Robert Frost to life in the one man show featuring his work, and life and times.
The Dorset Playhouse
TH, F, SA 8 PM
Adm.
Web Site | Map

Manchester
May 1, 2013 through Sep 27, 2013
Revolutionary War Tour
Your guide will be Dick Smith, author of bestseller book, The Revolutionary War in Bennington County. You will see, via an 8-passenger tour vehicle, more than 25 points of interest including over 15 sites on the National Register involving Ethan Allen,the Green Mtn. Boys & the Battle of Bennington. You will also see 2 of the areas covered bridges. A free Revolutionary War site map is available via e-mail request. $35 pp. Call for details.
Sites are located in Manchester, Arlington, Dorset, Bennington, Sunderland (call or email for tour meeting locations)
Daily, 9:30-11:45 am.
Adm.
802-362-4997 Web Site | Map

Manchester
May 5, 2013
 Alfred Hitchcock and the Art of Suspense
By drawing on twelve film clips, starting with his 1925 silent The Lodger and continuing through to his Hollywood classics such as Notorious and Rear Window, Rick Winston will illuminate the arc of Hitchcocks brilliant career. A Vermont Humanities Council event.
Equinox Village (49 Maple Street)
Sunday, 3:00 pm
Free
802-362-2607 Web Site | Map

Manchester
May 17, 2013 through May 18, 2013
Seeds, Shovels, Buckets and Boots
A dinner and interactive session keynoted by nationally recognized Master Gardener and TV personality Charlie Nardozzi to be held at The Barrows House in Dorset on Friday, May 17th.On Saturday May 18th,the program begins with Continental Breakfast at Hildene and a tour of the gardens with Hildenes Garden Horticulturist, Andrea Luchini, followed by a day of exhibits and special demonstrations. The unique venue for the show is the manufacturing floor at JK Adams in Dorset.
JK Adams (1430 Route 30)
802-362-6313 Web Site | Map

Manchester
May 18, 2013
 Vermont Reading Partners Spring Craft Fair
Vermont Reading Partners presents Spring Craft Fair 2013. American made specialty crafts including: pottery, sewing, mosaics, jewelry, purses, bags & totes, woodworking, knitting, jams & jellies, rugs, quilts, hair accessories, silk scarves, frames & mirrors, maple products and MUCH MORE !! FREE admission, raffles, food concessions, and baked goods.
Burr & Burton Academy (57 Seminary Ave.)
Free
802-362-2323 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Jun 8, 2013 through Jun 9, 2013
 27th Annual Manchester Antique & Classic Car Show
Welcome all car enthusiasts! The premier Antique and Classic Car Show in Manchester & the Mountains, Vermont celebrates 27 years of the best antique and classic cars, food vendors and flea market in the northeast! 2013 Marques are Land Rover and Ford. We welcome all car enthusiasts to enter their antique or classic car in the show or come as a visitor and drool over the cars, have a bite to eat and stroll through the huge flea market! Catch the new season of My Classic Car w/Dennis Gage.
Dorr Farm - Route 30 Manchester
Sat & Sun 8:00am - 4:00pm
Entry Fee
802-362-9902 or 802-362-6313 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Jun 28, 2013 through Aug 3, 2013
 Hills Alive! A Festival of the Arts in Southern Vermont
Theater, concert and art patrons will have plenty to choose from June 28  August 3 at the enlarged Hills Alive! Festival of the Performing Arts in southern Vermont. A dozen presenters stretching from Bennington north to Weston will be on stage and under the stars with drama, comedies, classical and bluegrass music performances.
various (39 Bonnet Street)
Varied
Adm.
802-362-6313 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Aug 9, 2013 through Aug 11, 2013
 Manchester's Famous Sidewalk Sales
Bargains galore await the discriminating shopper as Manchester prepares for another town-wide shopping experience from the Designer Outlets to our independent retailers. Don't miss this one! It only happens once a year for 4 days only! FREE Shuttle Bus courtesy of the Manchester Chamber, Town of Manchester and Orvis.
Throughout downtown (Routes 11 and 30)
Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun 10-6
Free
802-362-6313 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Sep 7, 2013
The Maple Leaf Half Marathon & 5K Run & Fun Walk
The premier half-marathon in beautiful southwestern Vermont provides outstanding race organization, enthusiastic volunteers, and a fun and challenging romp through the gorgeous New England countryside. This year will be our biggest and best yet! There will be no registration on Race Day! Anyone wanting to participate will need to register online or by paper form. Additionally, we will be starting both the half marathon and the 5k for both runners and walkers at 8.a.m
Saturday 8:00am
802-362-6313 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Sep 27, 2013 through Oct 27, 2013
Vermont Fall Foliage Sampler Tours
Head off the beaten path to view the spectacular fall foliage in the Shires of Vermont. You will see color up-close and in mountian-valley vistas. Tours are led by local guide and given in a comfortable 8 passenger tour vehicle. You will also explore many of the area's most unique places and get a flavor of the real Vermont. This tour was awarded Editors' Choice for Yankee Travel Magazine and is not to be missed. Advance reservations necessary.
Tour meets at Manchester Visitors Ctr., reservations necessary (39 Bonnet St.)
Daily Tours start at 1 pm and return at 4 pm. Reservations necessary
Adm.
802-362-4997 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Oct 4, 2013 through Oct 6, 2013
 The Manchester Fall Art and Craft Festival
Under spacious Camelot tents, formerly at Hildene, now at the Events Field at Riley Rink, 180 artists and artisans display and sell wondrous creations. Craft demos, live music, a food court featuring local restaurants, and the Vermont Beer Cheese and Sausage Tent make it a splendid way to spend a day.
The Events Field at Riley Rink (410 Hunter Park Road)
10-5 daily
Adm.
802-362-2100 Web Site | Map

Manchester
Oct 4, 2013 through Oct 6, 2013
 Manchester Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Come visit your favorite artists and craft designers.150 exhibitors will be housed in a super large heated tent. There will be a separate specialty foods tent. Festive seasonal themes will make the event more fun: hay rides, pumpkin carving, craft demos, puppet shows will offer the kids something to do. As for the adults, once again there will be Vermont Craft beers and cheeses to explore,along with live entertainment. The food court will serve local authentic food, mainly by area restaurants.
Hunter Fairgrounds at Riley Rink (410 Hunter Park Rd)
Friday - Sunday
Adm.
802-362-6313 Web Site | Map

Manchester Center
May 10, 2013 through Sep 26, 2013
TOUR: Southern Vermont Sampler
Daily Tours offered from 1-4 PM. Still only $35 pp. Open Air or Enclosed Tour vehicle, depending on weather. Visit an abandoned marble quarry, an alpaca plantation, a true Vermont general store, an award winning sustainable tree/nature preserve, the birthplace of Vemont, beautiful mountain/valley vistas, history of VT, local lore and much more. Our local guide will give you a Vermont experience you won't forget.
Tour meets at Manchester Visitors Ctr., Reservations necessary. (39 Bonnet St.)
Daily Tour from 1-4 PM
Adm.
802-362-4997 Web Site | Map

Manchester Center
May 11, 2013
 2nd Annual Sizzlin' Grillin' Event
Enjoy a day of grilling demonstratons, food tastings and music by Wayne Canney. Enjoy cooking and grilling demos between 11AM & 3PM by local chefs in our region.
Brook Valley Appliance (1011 Depot Street)
Saturday 10-4
Free
802-362-1045 Web Site | Map

Manchester Center
Sep 28, 2013 through Oct 31, 2013
Revolutionary War & Fall Foliage Tour
Your guide will be Dick Smith, author of bestseller book, The Revolutionary War in Bennington County. You will see, via an 8-passenger tour vehicle, more than 25 points of interest including over 15 sites on the National Register involving Ethan Allen,the Green Mtn. Boys & the Battle of Bennington. You will also see 2 of the areas covered bridges. A free Revolutionary War site map is available via e-mail request. Call for details.
tour visits sites from Manchester to Bennington (starts at Manchester Visitor Ctr. Reservations needed.)
Daily, 9:30-11:45 AM
Adm.
802-362-4997 Web Site | Map

Manchester Center
Oct 28, 2013 through Nov 24, 2013
Tour: Southern Vermont Sampler
Discover the beauty of late fall on the backroads of Vermont. The leaves are on the ground, opening magnificent mountain and valley vistas. Our local guide uses an 8 passenger vehicle and will show you places unique to our area. Discover quaint villages, an alpaca plantation, the first US marble quarry, a general store, a forest preserve, and more. Learn the interesting facts and history of our area. This is an afternoon filled with beauty, fun, and adventure. Please reserve in advance.
Tour meets at Manchester Visitors Ctr., reservations needed (39 Bonnet St.)
Daily 1 - 4 PM
Adm.
802-362-4997 Web Site | Map

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March 13, 2013