Events & Festivals
Circus Smirkus
July 8 & 9, 2009Dorr Farm
Get ready for the
2009 Big Top Tour!
Join the Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour for some Fee Fi Fo Fun, as we continue our 22-year tradition of theme-based shows with a magical mix of treasured tales and fractured fables retold in center ring, called Smirkus Ever
Tickets go on sale May 1st!
Our famed youth circus will turn the pages on Aesop, the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Anderson, bringing classic stories to life through the spectacle and enchantment of circus.
It's sure to thrill and delight children and adults of all ages. So race the tortoise all the way to Grandmother’s house, grab a seat by the Storyteller and get ready for a circus of happily ever after. Learn more...
2009 Big Top Tour!
Join the Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour for some Fee Fi Fo Fun, as we continue our 22-year tradition of theme-based shows with a magical mix of treasured tales and fractured fables retold in center ring, called Smirkus Ever
Tickets go on sale May 1st!
Our famed youth circus will turn the pages on Aesop, the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Anderson, bringing classic stories to life through the spectacle and enchantment of circus.
It's sure to thrill and delight children and adults of all ages. So race the tortoise all the way to Grandmother’s house, grab a seat by the Storyteller and get ready for a circus of happily ever after. Learn more...
Sheepdog Trial & Farm Festival
July 11 & 12, 2009Merck Forest & Farmland Center
Saturday & Sunday, July 11 &12, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 802.394.7836
With the aid of their handlers watch the dogs move several sheep through a set course of gates and pens. Each dog receives a score based on their performance and the dog with the highest score wins the competition. For spectators it is a chance to see sheepdogs show off their herding talents and demonstrate their natural skills as working dogs. Visitors are welcome at any time during the trial. We will also feature a kid’s fishing derby, food concessions,wagon rides, and kid’s activities. Please leave your pets at home!
$0.00/members $0.00/non-members Learn more...
With the aid of their handlers watch the dogs move several sheep through a set course of gates and pens. Each dog receives a score based on their performance and the dog with the highest score wins the competition. For spectators it is a chance to see sheepdogs show off their herding talents and demonstrate their natural skills as working dogs. Visitors are welcome at any time during the trial. We will also feature a kid’s fishing derby, food concessions,wagon rides, and kid’s activities. Please leave your pets at home!
$0.00/members $0.00/non-members Learn more...
Junior Golf Camp
July 13-16, 2009The Golf Club at Equinox
July 13th - 16th
August 17th - 20th
Both camps run from 8:30am - 11:30am all four days,
and include a visor, glove and golf balls.
Head Professional Joan McDonald runs these camps
and instills the proper fundamentals of the game
for the camp participants.
Camp fees are $120 per camper -
10% off for families with multiple enrollments.
Enroll online here, or call the golf shop at 802.362.7870.
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The Golf Club at Equinox
Address: 108 Union Street | Manchester Village | Vermont | 05254
Phone: 800.362.4747
Terms & Conditions Learn more...
August 17th - 20th
Both camps run from 8:30am - 11:30am all four days,
and include a visor, glove and golf balls.
Head Professional Joan McDonald runs these camps
and instills the proper fundamentals of the game
for the camp participants.
Camp fees are $120 per camper -
10% off for families with multiple enrollments.
Enroll online here, or call the golf shop at 802.362.7870.
Email this page to a friend
The Golf Club at Equinox
Address: 108 Union Street | Manchester Village | Vermont | 05254
Phone: 800.362.4747
Terms & Conditions Learn more...
Alex Torres and the Latin Kings
July 17, 2009Hildene
Lively Latin music at the event tent, rain or shine. Gates open
for picnicking at 5:30 pm, concert at 6:30 pm. Call Vermont
Arts Exchange (802) 442-5549 for ticket information. Learn more...
for picnicking at 5:30 pm, concert at 6:30 pm. Call Vermont
Arts Exchange (802) 442-5549 for ticket information. Learn more...
Northshire Performing Arts
July 21, 2009Southern Vermont Arts Center
Northshire Performing Arts
Presents 50 Fingers on 5 Steinways
The 5 Browns
Tuesday, July 21 8pm at SVAC
802-867-4146 Learn more...
Presents 50 Fingers on 5 Steinways
The 5 Browns
Tuesday, July 21 8pm at SVAC
802-867-4146 Learn more...
The Shires Maple Festival
July 25-26, 20091545 West Road Bennington Vermont
Welcome to the Shires Maple Festival Website!
Maplerama 2009 & The Shires Maple Festival
A special, two-day celebration of the bounty of our Vermont countryside
July 24-26th 2009
Gate Price is $5.00 | Children under 6 - Free
Located at Colgate Park, 1545 West Road, Bennington VT 05201
Colgate Park has joined forces with Maplerama, a Vermont trade show for regional maple syrup makers and maple product producers, and is pleased to introduce what is destined to become a major annual happening: The Shires Maple Festival, intended not only to complement Maplerama 2009 but also to stand alone as a full, weekend event in Southern Vermont. For two days - Saturday and Sunday, July 25 and 26th -The Shires Maple Festival is a celebration of not only the magic of maple but also of regional farming, fresh local produce, specialty foods, and fine, hand-crafted products.
Farmers’ Market · Specialty Vendors · Pancake Breakfast Saturday & Sunday
Food Court with a variety of Learn more...
Maplerama 2009 & The Shires Maple Festival
A special, two-day celebration of the bounty of our Vermont countryside
July 24-26th 2009
Gate Price is $5.00 | Children under 6 - Free
Located at Colgate Park, 1545 West Road, Bennington VT 05201
Colgate Park has joined forces with Maplerama, a Vermont trade show for regional maple syrup makers and maple product producers, and is pleased to introduce what is destined to become a major annual happening: The Shires Maple Festival, intended not only to complement Maplerama 2009 but also to stand alone as a full, weekend event in Southern Vermont. For two days - Saturday and Sunday, July 25 and 26th -The Shires Maple Festival is a celebration of not only the magic of maple but also of regional farming, fresh local produce, specialty foods, and fine, hand-crafted products.
Farmers’ Market · Specialty Vendors · Pancake Breakfast Saturday & Sunday
Food Court with a variety of Learn more...
Southern Vermont Art & Craft Festival
July 31, August 1 & 2Hildene Meadows
28th annual art and fine craft fair. One-of-a-kind and limited
edition works. Craft demonstrations & food. On Hildene’s Meadows. Friday & Sunday - 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday 10 am to 6 pm. Call Craftproducers Markets, Inc. at (802) 425-3399 for more information. Learn more...
edition works. Craft demonstrations & food. On Hildene’s Meadows. Friday & Sunday - 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday 10 am to 6 pm. Call Craftproducers Markets, Inc. at (802) 425-3399 for more information. Learn more...
Vermont summer Festival Horse Show
July 1 - August 9, 2009Harold Beebe Farm — East Dorset, VT
The Vermont Summer Festival Horse Shows are a chance for equestrians to spend July and August where the summer is its most beautiful: Vermont's Green Mountains. Quaint New England towns of the Manchester & the Mountains area, noted for their charm, first class accommodations, world-class dining and excellent show facilities, host the fourteenth annual Vermont Summer Festival
2009 Schedule
Vermont Summer Special July 1 - 5
Manchester Summer Festival Horse Show July 8 - 12
Manchester Classic Horse Show July 15 - 19
Valley Classic Horse Show July 22 - 26
Manchester & the Mountains Horse Show July 29 - Aug 2
Vermont Summer Celebration August 5 - 9 Learn more...
2009 Schedule
Vermont Summer Special July 1 - 5
Manchester Summer Festival Horse Show July 8 - 12
Manchester Classic Horse Show July 15 - 19
Valley Classic Horse Show July 22 - 26
Manchester & the Mountains Horse Show July 29 - Aug 2
Vermont Summer Celebration August 5 - 9 Learn more...
Manchester Music Festivals Young Artists Program
July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10Riley Center for the Arts - Burr & Burton Academy
Each summer, up to 24 college-age students, intent on making music their profession, come to Manchester from around the world to study and perform for six weeks. While in residence, the students, who are funded entirely by generous sponsors, give free community concerts at diverse business and civic venues, perform weekly in their own concert series, and teach area children during Music Education Week. In intensive study with MMF faculty and visiting artists in Master Classes, the Young Artists live and breathe the vast riches of chamber music, liberated from financial burdens and other practical concerns. Each Young Artist is, where possible, personally introduced to her or his sponsor. This introduction often results in long-standing support and concern for the artist^s future well-being in music.
Entrance into the Young Artists program for students age 19 and up is by audition, either recorded, or in-person with an MMF faculty member. The roster of participants will include: 7 v Learn more...
Entrance into the Young Artists program for students age 19 and up is by audition, either recorded, or in-person with an MMF faculty member. The roster of participants will include: 7 v Learn more...
Robert D. Thum Memorial Concert
August 12, 2009Hildene
Wood’s Tea Company’s hearty blend of Maritime, American & Celtic folk music. Concert held at the event tent, rain or shine. Gates open at 5:30 pm for picnicking, Admission. Concert at 6:00 pm. Admission $5 Adults, $2 Youth, Members Free Learn more...
Summer Concerts on the Green
July 17, 24, 25, 31 & August 15, 2009Manchester Town Green
2009 Summer Concerts on the Green
Manchester Town Green, 7 - 8:30 pm
Free & Open to the Public
There is no rain location. Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather.
July 17: The Don't Leave Band
July 24: The Burnham Brothers Band
July 25: Long Trail Summer Rock and Roll Band
July 31: Dave Keller Band
August 15: Bondville Boys from 1-3 pm to celebrate sidewalk sale days Learn more...
Manchester Town Green, 7 - 8:30 pm
Free & Open to the Public
There is no rain location. Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather.
July 17: The Don't Leave Band
July 24: The Burnham Brothers Band
July 25: Long Trail Summer Rock and Roll Band
July 31: Dave Keller Band
August 15: Bondville Boys from 1-3 pm to celebrate sidewalk sale days Learn more...
Junior Golf Camp
August 13-16, 2009The Golf Club at Equinox
July 13th - 16th
August 17th - 20th
Both camps run from 8:30am - 11:30am all four days,
and include a visor, glove and golf balls.
Head Professional Joan McDonald runs these camps
and instills the proper fundamentals of the game
for the camp participants.
Camp fees are $120 per camper -
10% off for families with multiple enrollments.
Enroll online here, or call the golf shop at 802.362.7870.
Email this page to a friend
The Golf Club at Equinox
Address: 108 Union Street | Manchester Village | Vermont | 05254
Phone: 800.362.4747
Terms & Conditions Learn more...
August 17th - 20th
Both camps run from 8:30am - 11:30am all four days,
and include a visor, glove and golf balls.
Head Professional Joan McDonald runs these camps
and instills the proper fundamentals of the game
for the camp participants.
Camp fees are $120 per camper -
10% off for families with multiple enrollments.
Enroll online here, or call the golf shop at 802.362.7870.
Email this page to a friend
The Golf Club at Equinox
Address: 108 Union Street | Manchester Village | Vermont | 05254
Phone: 800.362.4747
Terms & Conditions Learn more...
Manchester Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale
August 13-16, 2009Manchester, Vermont
Shop like you mean it.
It's the sport of shopping - sidewalk sales - and this August. From locally owned shops to designer outlets, some of the finest merchandise will spill out onto the sidewalks at unprecedented savings. All stores are open 10 am to 6 pm, and many will have extended hours. Specials will be offered both on the sidewalks and inside.
From August 13 - 16, 2009, locally owned shops as well as the Designer Outlets in Historic Manchester, Vermont, will feature savings that are 75 to 80 percent off standard prices. All it takes is a village stroll and the will to browse. More than 50 exquisite shops are housed in New England-style buildings clustered throughout the village center and surrounded by free parking. See Map
There's Giorgio Armani, the Northshire Bookstore, Yves Delorme, Orvis, Coach, Herdsman Leathers, Escada, Manchester Sports and Clothing Company, Jones of NY, Vermont Toy Chest, Hickey Freeman, Tumi--you name it.
While you're here, enjoy the scenic Learn more...
It's the sport of shopping - sidewalk sales - and this August. From locally owned shops to designer outlets, some of the finest merchandise will spill out onto the sidewalks at unprecedented savings. All stores are open 10 am to 6 pm, and many will have extended hours. Specials will be offered both on the sidewalks and inside.
From August 13 - 16, 2009, locally owned shops as well as the Designer Outlets in Historic Manchester, Vermont, will feature savings that are 75 to 80 percent off standard prices. All it takes is a village stroll and the will to browse. More than 50 exquisite shops are housed in New England-style buildings clustered throughout the village center and surrounded by free parking. See Map
There's Giorgio Armani, the Northshire Bookstore, Yves Delorme, Orvis, Coach, Herdsman Leathers, Escada, Manchester Sports and Clothing Company, Jones of NY, Vermont Toy Chest, Hickey Freeman, Tumi--you name it.
While you're here, enjoy the scenic Learn more...
Manchester Music Festival
July 9, 13, 23, 30, Aug, 6, 13, 20, 2009 Seven Thursday nightsArkell Pavilion at the Southern Vermont Arts Center
Celebrating 35 years of Exceptional Music.
802.362.1956 for tickets and information 800.394.7836 Learn more...
802.362.1956 for tickets and information 800.394.7836 Learn more...
35th Annual VADA Antiques Show
August 22, 23, 2009Hunter Park Pavilion, Route 7A
Free admission if you are 30 or younger!
Looking for an appraisal or more information about an object you own?
The Vermont Antiques Dealers' Association does not provide appraisals, but many of our dealers do. We recommend that you search our dealer directory for a dealer who specializes in the type of merchandise you own, or that you search our listing by location to find a dealer near you. Unfortunately, we cannot respond individually to appraisal or information requests. Learn more...
Looking for an appraisal or more information about an object you own?
The Vermont Antiques Dealers' Association does not provide appraisals, but many of our dealers do. We recommend that you search our dealer directory for a dealer who specializes in the type of merchandise you own, or that you search our listing by location to find a dealer near you. Unfortunately, we cannot respond individually to appraisal or information requests. Learn more...
Dorset Theatre Festival 33rd Season
June 17 - August 29, 2009Dorset Vermont
OUR 2009 SEASON:
June 17 - 27
ST. NICHOLAS
By Conor McPherson
Directed by Carl Forsman
July 1-18
MERTON OF THE MOVIES
By George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly
Directed by Jonathan Silverstein Learn more...
June 17 - 27
ST. NICHOLAS
By Conor McPherson
Directed by Carl Forsman
July 1-18
MERTON OF THE MOVIES
By George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly
Directed by Jonathan Silverstein Learn more...
Weston Playhouse 72nd Season
June 23 - September 6, 2009Weston Vermont
Committed
JUNE 23-JULY 4
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
JULY 9-JULY 25
RENT
JULY 30-AUGUST 22
A Raisin in the Sun
AUGUST 27-SEPT 6
The Year of Magical Thinking
JULY 15-AUGUST 2
The Musical of Musicals, (The Musical!)
AUGUST 12-SEPT 6
Stuart Little
JUNE 17-JULY 5 Learn more...
JUNE 23-JULY 4
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
JULY 9-JULY 25
RENT
JULY 30-AUGUST 22
A Raisin in the Sun
AUGUST 27-SEPT 6
The Year of Magical Thinking
JULY 15-AUGUST 2
The Musical of Musicals, (The Musical!)
AUGUST 12-SEPT 6
Stuart Little
JUNE 17-JULY 5 Learn more...
Maple Leaf Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk
Saturday September 12, 2009Manchester Park & Recreation Center
The Maple Leaf Half Marathon is returning to Manchester and the mountains! Beginning in the late 1970s, the Maple Leaf had grown in stature and appeal, attracting world-class athletes and crowds of over 1,300 runners. The brainchild of local restaurateur, Guy Thomas (Zoey's), the Maple Leaf was nationally famous, being seen as a tune-up for the New York Marathon. In time, the race was organized by a number of other individuals and groups, but faded from the local scene a few years ago.
Now, the Manchester & the Mountains Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Battenkill Valley Runners, Stratton Mountain, and the Manchester Lions Club are partnering together to revive this major attraction to our fall calendar of events. The goal is to revive the race to its former glory, making Manchester the center of New England’s running interest every September and return the Maple Leaf into first class event.
The Maple Leaf will begin at the Manchester Parks and Recreation Center and snake its wa Learn more...
Now, the Manchester & the Mountains Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Battenkill Valley Runners, Stratton Mountain, and the Manchester Lions Club are partnering together to revive this major attraction to our fall calendar of events. The goal is to revive the race to its former glory, making Manchester the center of New England’s running interest every September and return the Maple Leaf into first class event.
The Maple Leaf will begin at the Manchester Parks and Recreation Center and snake its wa Learn more...
18th Annual Win Hoyt Charity Golf Tournament
Wednesday September 23, 2009Manchester Country Club
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
at the Manchester Country Club
Proceeds Benefit
The Tutorial Center
BROC Fuel Assistance Fund
Northshire Interfaith Council's Holiday Food & Gift Project
Sponsored by
Gift Sponsor: Mulligans of Manchester
Corporate Teams:
Hoyt Family
Barry O'Leary
Rising Sun Maintenance
Vermont Kitchen Supply
Please Sign-up to Play
Player Registration Form (pdf)
For details contact the Chamber Golf Tournament Committee:
David Citron 802-362-4067
Susan Dailey 802-362-3702
Laura Cone 802-362-6313 x12
More information: e-mail the Manchester & the Mountains Regional Chamber at: events@manchesterchamber.net or call 802-362-6313 Learn more...
at the Manchester Country Club
Proceeds Benefit
The Tutorial Center
BROC Fuel Assistance Fund
Northshire Interfaith Council's Holiday Food & Gift Project
Sponsored by
Gift Sponsor: Mulligans of Manchester
Corporate Teams:
Hoyt Family
Barry O'Leary
Rising Sun Maintenance
Vermont Kitchen Supply
Please Sign-up to Play
Player Registration Form (pdf)
For details contact the Chamber Golf Tournament Committee:
David Citron 802-362-4067
Susan Dailey 802-362-3702
Laura Cone 802-362-6313 x12
More information: e-mail the Manchester & the Mountains Regional Chamber at: events@manchesterchamber.net or call 802-362-6313 Learn more...
Holiday Dinner at Yester House
Friday, December 12, 2008Southern Vermont Arts Center
The Holiday Dinner will begin at 6:30 with cocktails followed by dinner at 7:30. It is $100.00 per plate. Sponsorship for the evening (not tables) is $1000.00 with two complimentary dinners and $500.00 with one complimentary dinner. Raffle tickets will be sold at the banks in town as well as at the Southern Vermont Arts Center. Seating is banquet style and seating is limited.
Call 802-362-1405 for tickets - seating is limited! Learn more...
Call 802-362-1405 for tickets - seating is limited! Learn more...
Raptor Visits
June 13th, June 26th, July 5th, July 24th, Aug 7thLincoln Terrace
Join a naturalist from the Vermont Institute of Natural Science for an introduction to live raptors! Raptors are birds with sharp talons, hooked beaks, very acute eyesight and a carnivorous diet. The presentation may include a red-tailed hawk, kestrel or one of several species of owls. Meet them up close and ask questions! Meet at the Lincoln Terrace.
June 13 (Sat) 10am-12pm
June 26 (Fri) 5pm-7pm
July 5 (Sun) 10am-12pm
July 24 (Fri) 5pm-7pm
Aug 7 (Fri) 5pm-7pm
Aug 23 (Sun) 10am-12am
Sept 6 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Sept 27 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Oct 11 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Oct 24 (Sat) 10am-12pm
Nov 15 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Dec 19 (Sat) 10am-12pm Learn more...
June 13 (Sat) 10am-12pm
June 26 (Fri) 5pm-7pm
July 5 (Sun) 10am-12pm
July 24 (Fri) 5pm-7pm
Aug 7 (Fri) 5pm-7pm
Aug 23 (Sun) 10am-12am
Sept 6 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Sept 27 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Oct 11 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Oct 24 (Sat) 10am-12pm
Nov 15 (Sun) 10am-12pm
Dec 19 (Sat) 10am-12pm Learn more...
Scottish Winter Ball
December 2009The Equinox Resort
The most elegant and dazzling event of the Christmas season is, without question, the bi-annual Scottish Winter Ball. Piped into the Colonnade Room by a parade of bagpipes and the chef bearing the traditional holiday haggis, guests are treated to a beautifully prepared feast, live music, and dancing into the wee hours. Guests reflect the spirit of the occasion by donning stunning ball gowns, black tie, or, our favorite costume for men–formal kilts! Learn more...
