Local Events

Winter Carnival 2009 Ludlow

VIKINGS of LUDLOW invade town to celebrate Winter 2009. Family fun for every age.
Jan 31-Feb 1, 2009

Chester Fall Craft Fair

34th Annual Chester Craft Fair. On the picturesque Chester Green featuring 70 craftspeople and Artisans. September 20-21, 2008, Rain or Shine.

Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce
802-228-5830

Chester Winter Carnival

February 21-22, 2009

Upcoming Events

May 24-October 26: The Power Of Place-Paintings That Define the American Dream
This exhibit, a celebration of the Power of Place, is the first exhibit the Cornish Colony Museum is presenting to its visitors after the recent acquisition of its current location at 147 Main St., Windsor, Vermont. Cornish Colony artists's work is joined by work from the great Luminist and Hudson River schools. Modern artists such as Ansel Adams, K. Y. Craft, Mort Kunstler, Gary Milek, David Putnam and Andrew Wyeth are also represented. Be sure to see this important exhibit.
Dates: May 24 - October 26
Time: 10-5 Tue-Sat; Sun noon-5
Location: Cornish Colony Museum
Admission: $6 adults/ $4 Seniors & students/ CHildren under 12 free with paying adult.
Web site: http://www.cornishcolonymuseum.org
For More Information: 802-674-6008

June 22-August 24: Okemo Valley Music Festival
Concert series in Ludlow (on Sundays), Cavendish (Wednesdays) and Chester (Thursdays) featuring some of the best Vermont musicians.
Dates: June 22 - August 24
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Ludlow (Sundays), Cavendish (Wednesdays) and Chester (Thursdays)
Admission: FREE
Web site: http://www.OkemoValleyVT.org/news/Music.html
For More Information: 802-228-5830

OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES

Once again, in 2008, the Okemo Valley Music series will bring some of the best Vermont musicans to our area.

LUDLOW STAGE-SUNDAYS

June 22-Salt Ash Serenaders
June 29- Gerry Grimo & EastBay Jazz
July 13- Anni Clark
July 20- Chris Kleeman
July 27- Rick Redington & the Luv
Aug 3- Stockwell Brothers
Aug 10- Springfield Community Orchestra
Aug 17- Gypsy Reel
Aug 24- James Mee & Mike Sullivan

CAVENDISH STAGE-Wednesdays on the Proctorsville Green

July 16- Rick Redington & the Luv
July 23- Black Beans
July 30- Gypsy Reel
Aug 6- Yanky Chank
Aug 13- Gerry Grimo & EastBay Jazz

CHESTER STAGE- Thursdays on the Academy Lawn in the Village Center

July 17- Gerry Grimo & EastBay Jazz
July 24- Gypsy Reel
July 31- Starline Rhythm Boys
Aug 7- Rick Redington & the Luv
Aug 14- Chris Kleeman Band

June 29-October 26: Farmers Market-Belmont Green
SUNDAYS ONLY:
Fresh veggies, eggs, pickles, relishes, jams, breads, pie, desserts, soap, Maple Syrup, Cheeses, Honey, crafts etc.

Buy Local, eat local, and help your neighbors.
Dates: June 29 - October 26
Time: SUNDAYS: 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Belmont Green, Mt. Holly, VT
Admission: FREE!
For More Information: 802-259-3001

July 3-August 28: Belmont MUSIC on the GREEN 2008
Thursday evenings in July & August On the Green in Belmont, Mt. Holly, Vermont. Enjoy FREE outdoor concerts brought to you by the Mt. Holly Community Association. Bring a lawn chair & enjoy an hour of entertainment by local musicians. Rain venue: Mt. Holly Community Center/Library

JULY 3: James Ward: the wizard of jazz, blues, piano, and vocals performs covers & orginals.

JULY 10: Jettison Blue: recent Black River graduate Nathan Byrne, Scott Crawford, and Maryanne Bolalek play blues, rock, and funk.

JULY 17: Bern McWain: his classic American musical gumbo will keep you movin'.

JULY 24: Andy Scott: this masterfully smooth baritone sings classic rock and oldies.

JULY 31: Proctor COnnection: this impressive young group returns with modern rock & roll and acoustic numbers.

AUGUST 7: Amanda Rogers: a new Mt. Holly resident and international performer joins us for indie, blues, and folk music.

AUGUST 14: Gypsy Reel: Vermont's world-traveling string band plays Celtic music in overdrive with turbo vocals.

AUGUST 21: Jeb Porter & Friends: out own local band treats us with a delightful mix of original and favorite selections.

AUGUST 28: Adam Rosenberg: an all request evening of country, pop, folk, rock, & oldies on keyboard and guitar.



Dates: July 3 - August 28
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Belmont on the Green
Admission: FREE!
For More Information: 802-228-5830

July 5-26: Kinhaven Chamber Music Concerts
Free! Open to the public July Weekends

Faculty Concerts: Sat. evenings at 8:00 pm

Student Concerts: Fri afternoons at 4:00 pm
Sun.afternoons at 2:30 pm

Come join us for a concert at one of the country's premier music festivals featuring students & professionals musicians from around the world.

www.kinhaven.org
Dates: July 5 - 26
Time: See below
Location: Kinhaven Music School - 354 Lawrence Hill Road, Weston, VT
Admission: FREE
Web site: http://www.kinhaven.org
For More Information: 802-824-4332

July 9-30: Frost in July
Join local poet and scholar Michael Palma on four Wednesdays in July for a free seminar on Robert Frost. Palma is known for his translation of Dante's Inferno and is an Elector of the Poet's Corner at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York.On 7/16 Elisabeth Von Trapp will sing some Frost poems she has put to music.
Dates: July 9 - 30
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Misty Valley Books on the Green in Chester
Admission: Free
Web site: http://www.mvbooks.com
For More Information: 802 875-3400

July 13-August 24: Grace Coolidge Musicales
SUnday afternoon series of 3 recitals named in honor of the First Lady who was famous for her White House musicales.

July 13: Pianist Abigal Charbeneau & sporano Ellen Nordstrom Baer present "Hits of the Roaring Twenties".

August 3: Pianists Abigal Charbeneau & Catherine Dorin perform duets by Mozart, Grieg, and Dvorak.

August 24: Pianist Abigal Charbeneau and violinist Bozena O'Brien perform works by Amy Beach, de Falla, and Schumann.

An afternoon tea follows each recital at the Wilder House Restaurant.

Seating is limited. For reservations call: 802-672-3773

Donations appreciated.

This series is made possible through the generous support of the Alma Gibbs Donchian Foundation.
Dates: July 13 - August 24
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Location: The President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site, Plymouth Notch, Vermont
Admission: Donations appreciated
Web site: http://www.historicvermont.org
For More Information: 802-828-3051

July 25: Author Cornelia Read
Join author Cornelia Read as she discusses her second book, The Crazy School, a mystery loosely based on her experiences at a school for troubled adolescents in western Massachusetts. Dinner afterwards at the Fullerton Inn. Dinner reservations 875-2444.
Date: July 25
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Misty Valley Books on the Green in Chester
Admission: free
Web site: http://www.mvbooks.com
For More Information: 802 875-3400

August 13: Author Stephen L. Carter
Join Professor of Law at Yale University and author Stephen L. Carter who will discuss his third book, Palace Council. Reception & booksigning to follow
Date: August 13
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Misty Valley Books on the Green in Chester
Admission: Free
Web site: http://www.mvbooks.com
For More Information: 802 875-3400

August 16-17: 2008 VERMONT STATE ZUCCHINI FESTIVAL
Join the Duke of Zuke and enjoy some old-fashioned family fun. Arts & Crafts Show, Book Sale, Duck Race, Mr. & Mrs. Zuke-Head Contest, Largest Zuke contest, Zukapult Contest (Yep, build a contraption & see how far you can hurl that pre-weighed zuke and thrill at the splat-factor! Bake Sale, Kids amusement rides, live music and cotton candy! Hokey? You bet! Fun? You betcha!!
Dates: August 16 - 17
Time: 9:00 - 4:00
Location: Ludlow Vermont
Admission: FREE
Web site: www.YourPlaceInVermont.com
For More Information: 802-228-5830

August 23: Quechee Scottish Festival
36th Annual Quechee Scottish Festival
Saturday, Augst 23, 2008
Vermont sheepDog CHampionship Trials
Scottish Arts & Crafts
Highland Athletic Events
Solo Piping Competition
Live Scottish Music
Scottish COuntry Dancing
Ladies Roling Pin Toss
Scottish Pipe Bands
Kilted Mile Race
Scottish Clan Societies
Scottish & American FOOD
FREE PARKING

Date: August 23
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Quechee Polo Field, Quechee, VT
Admission: Adults: $12, Kids 5-16: $8, Under 5: Free
Web site: http://www.quecheescottishfestival.com
For More Information: 802-295-5331

August 24-September 4: FINE ART AND AMBIANCE an exhibit at Grafton
Juried art show featuring 50+ works of fine art from artists along the East Coast. Artwoork exhibited at: Hunter Gallery of Fine Art, Gallery North Star, Phelps Barn at The Old Tavern at Grafton - all located within steps from one another in the picturesque village of Grafton, Vermont.

Two (2) public receptions:
Preview Reception: August 25, 6-8 pm
Artist Award Reception: September 1, 6 pm
Both reception locations: Phelps Barn at The Old Tavern.
Dates: August 24 - September 4
Time: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Grafton Vermont
Admission: FREE
Web site: www.oldtavern.com
For More Information: 802-843-1440

September 27-28: Twelfth Annual Civil War EXPO
The Eighteenth Vermont Regiment, Inc. and the Chester Historical Society proudly present: the Twelfth Annual Civil War EXPO
Highlights:
Artillery Firing & Infantry Drills
Train with the Troops
Living Historians
Civil War Camp Life
Exhibits, Artifacts, Speakers
Live Period Music
Food Concession
Event concludes with a Torch Light Parade
& concert
Dates: September 27 - 28
Time: Starts 10 a.m.
Location: Chester Historical Society, Rte 11 Chester, Vermont
Admission: $10.00, Children 15 & under Free
Web site: http://www.18thvt.com
For More Information: 802-476-3580

November 1-December 24: SHOP THE VALLEY
2008 SHOP THE VALLEY
November - Christmas Eve
Get a jump on your holiday shopping while treating yourself to a get-a-way in Okemo Valley, Vermont. Participating lodging, shops, galleries, country stores, antique shops & even restaurants will be offering SHOP THE VALLEY Specials & Packages. Picture your car filled with unique Vermont gifts all wrapped & ready to bring a smile to your friends & family...they never need to know you spoiled yourself while shopping for them!

Look for SHOP the VALLEY SPECIALS at your favorite shop, gallery, restaurant or accommodation.
www.yourplaceinvermont.com
Dates: November 1 - December 24
Time: varies
Location: Okemo Valley VT
For More Information: 802-228-5830

Vacation In Okemo Valley Vermont... New England

Email Request

Services Business
Other Services
Contractors
Health and Wellness
Attorneys
Clubs and Organizations
Home-scape
Computer Services
Real Estate Offices
Financial Services

Okemo Valley Things to do
Vermont Products
Corporate Meetings & Retreats
Golf in Vermont
See and Do
Historic and Cultural Heritage
Wedding Locations
Sports & Recreation
HOT DEALS
Natural Heritage
Vermont Agriculture

Chamber
News
Member Links
Member Marketing
Chamber Logo
Mission Statement
Business After Hours
Valley Branding Program
Annual Fall Golf Invitational
Benefits

JOBS !

Search

Where is Okemo Valley
Okemo Valley Video(s)

Places to Shop
Country Stores
Home and Garden
Specialty Items
Apparel and Sporting Goods
Art, Crafts and Antiques

Our Towns
Cavendish
Mt Holly
Londonderry
Grafton
Weston
Ludlow
Regional Planning
Plymouth
Weathersfield
Springfield
Chester

Local Events
Open Studio Weekend
Events Listings
Chester Fall Craft Fair
Okemo Valley Music Festival

Places to Eat
Fine Dining
Lite Fare

Places to Stay
Camp Grounds
Condominiums
Country Inn
Rental Agencies
Resorts
Motels and Hotels
Bed & Breakfasts

Site design, programming and hosting by Digital Frontier.