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BROMLEY MOUNTAIN Vermont ’ s summer adventure with great rides and attractions for the entire family including disc golf , the exciting Aerial Adventure Park , New England ’ s longest four-line ZipRider , the half-mile-long and 50 mph Sun Mountain Flyer , Vermont ’ s longest waterslide ride , famous alpine slide , 18-hole mini golf , a kiddie fun park for the little ones , and much more . During the winter , experience the familyfriendly ski resort with diverse terrain , slopeside lodging , and great food . 3984 Vermont Rte . 11 , Peru . 802-824-5522 or bromley . com
THE CLARK ART INSTITUTE Explore art in nature as you wander through 140 acres of walking trails , woodlands , and meadows . Head indoors to experience great art in our galleries and special exhibitions . For information on upcoming exhibitions and events , visit clarkart . edu .
DORSET THEATRE FESTIVAL Dorset Theatre Festival ’ s mission is to create bold , innovative , and authentic theatre drawn from the new and classic canon , as well as the development of new plays , new audiences , and new artists for the future . We produce theatre that matters . dorsettheatrefestival . org
EQUINOX SKYLINE DRIVE Experience the unforgettable drive to the summit of Mt . Equinox . The natural beauty of Vermont may be enjoyed at one of many scenic picnic areas . Explore hiking trails at the summit and store up some peace to take back to the world below . Open May – Oct . Skyline Dr ., Sunderland . 802-362-1114 or equinoxmountain . com
FARMERS ’ MARKETS Vermont is one of the best places to find locally sourced food and products . The Manchester Farmers ’ Market occurs on Thursdays 3 – 6pm at Adams Park in Manchester , the Dorset Farmers ’ Market on Sundays 11am – 1pm at H . N . Williams Store in Dorset , the West River Farmers ’ Market on Saturdays 9am – 1pm at the intersection of Rtes . 11 and 100 in Londonderry , and the Arlington Village Farmers ’ Market on Fridays 4 – 7pm at the Arlington Rec Park . Please refer to the websites for up-todate seasonal information .
HILDENE , THE LINCOLN FAMILY HOME One of the nation ’ s most important Lincoln sites , Robert Lincoln ’ s 412-acre estate , was home to three generations of President Lincoln ’ s descendants . Learn what can happen when a historic site with deep roots in the past commits to putting new roots , literally and figuratively , down for the future . Explore the home ; the exhibition with Lincoln ’ s iconic stovepipe hat ; gardens ; pollinator sanctuary ; 1903 restored Pullman car with black porter story ( site on Vermont African American Heritage Trail ); goat dairy / cheesemaking facility ; sustainable agriculture project , teaching greenhouse , farm animals , 600-foot floating wetland boardwalk ; and The Museum Store / Welcome Center , where the adventure begins . Open daily year-round . Mission : Values into Action . 1005 Hildene Rd ., Manchester . 802-362-1788 or hildene . org
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KOMEN VERMONT MORE THAN PINK WALK An in-person community event , for all ages and abilities , celebrating survivorship and remembering loved ones , while supporting breast cancer cure advances . Funds raised help individuals access needed resources and support . Whether in treatment , co-survivor , family , or friend , join us in Manchester , October 15 . 802-548-4691 or komen . org / vermontwalk
MANCHESTER MUSIC FESTIVAL Manchester Music Festival celebrates its 48th Season ! Thursday evening Mainstage Chamber Concerts feature renowned musicians performing chamber masterworks . Salon Recitals on Saturday evenings feature solo or duo performances by guest artists followed by a reception , and the rising stars of the Young Artists Program perform on Sunday evenings . Southern Vermont Arts Center , 930 SVAC Drive , Manchester . 802-362-1956 or mmfvt . org
MUSEUM OF THE CREATIVE PROCESS Guided tours of The Sculptural Trail in the History of Love . Walk through outdoor exhibits and discover creativity as the new paradigm integrating psychology , mythology , morality , science , and art . Weekend tours and workshops , call to reserve . 257 Wilburton Dr ., Manchester . 802-368-1278 or museumofthecreativeprocess . com
OLD MILL ROAD RECORDING Old Mill Road Recording is a state-of-the-art destination recording studio which overlooks a scenic waterfall , tucked away in the Green Mountains of Vermont . The TEC Award-winning studio features in-house GRAMMY ®️ Award-winning engineer Benjamin J . Arrindell , a Yamaha C7 Grand Piano , and a 48-Channel SSL Duality . Just three hours from NYC and Boston , Old Mill Road Recording offers a full range of audio , video , and concierge services . oldmillroadrecording . com
SOUTHERN VERMONT ARTS CENTER ( SVAC ) SVAC is a multidisciplinary arts organization in Manchester with a mission to promote and nurture the arts . SVAC hosts over 18 exhibitions annually in its galleries in the historic Yester House or the contemporary Elizabeth de C . Wilson Museum . Its year-round programming includes classes and camps for all ages in the visual and performing arts . A varied roster of performances includes everything from chamber music to dance , jazz , and popular music . SVAC ’ s restaurant , curATE café , enhances the experience — all within its campus of more than 100 acres in the heart of the Green Mountains . 930 SVAC Dr ., Manchester . 802-362-1405 or svac . org
STRATTON MOUNTAIN RESORT Stratton Mountain Resort is your destination for activities , adventure , entertainment , shopping , and dining with hotel and condominium lodging package . Enjoy live music , mountain biking , scenic gondola rides to the summit of southern Vermont ’ s tallest peak , golf , tennis , kayak tours , and more . 1-800-STRATTON or stratton . com
WESTON THEATER COMPANY As Vermont ’ s longest-running professional theatre , the company celebrates the classics and nurtures the new with a summer season of rollicking musicals , family-friendly productions , classic plays , and groundbreaking new works . 703 Main St ., Weston . 802-824-5288 or westontheater . org lodging
THE MANCHESTER VIEW This property has 36 unique rooms with oneand two-bedroom suites and magnificent views from private decks . Twenty rooms have gas or wood-burning fireplaces and many with one- and two-person spa tubs . Ideal for a family outing or romantic getaway , it ’ s close to shopping , dining , golf , and skiing . 77 High Meadow Way , Manchester . 802-362-2739 or manchesterview . com
THE RELUCTANT PANTHER INN & RESTAURANT Renowned for its understated elegance and modern comforts . Offering 20 rooms and suites of the highest quality , the Panther is regarded as one of VT ’ s premier small luxury hotels . Curated local art , in-room fireplaces , luxurious baths with Malin + Goetz amenities complement the oversized accommodations creating a relaxing getaway retreat . The award-winning restaurant is a wonder . Adjacent to the Green , 39 West Rd ., Manchester . 802-362-2568 or reluctantpanther . com
SEESAW ’ S LODGE A destination built on century-old tradition , guests have been celebrating special occasions and making memories for decades . Seesaw ’ s offers rustic yet luxurious lodging , upscale dining , and boasts a unique event venue located at the foot of Bromley Mountain . 802-856-7560 or seesawslodge . com
TPW REAL ESTATE SALES & RENTALS When looking to buy or sell Real Estate anywhere in Southern Vermont , our team of knowledgeable , dedicated Realtors is ready to provide you with exceptional service and satisfaction . From luxury resort homes and condos , to single family homes , vacant land parcels , or commercial properties , we are committed to guiding both buyers and sellers every step of the way . We specialize in seasonal rentals in Southern Vermont , covering Ski Resort towns ( Stratton , Bromley , and Magic ) as well as Manchester , Dorset and all of the surrounding towns . Every season in Southern Vermont has something to offer and we would love to help you plan your stay ! 802-366-1430 or tpwrealestate . com
VERMONT VACATION RENTALS Why stay in a room when you can rent an entire home ? All bedrooms have an en suite full bath . Our two homes are exclusively designed for vacation rentals . Both are ramp accessible , with a zerothreshold tile shower in the master . 802-362-3170 or vermontvacation-rentals . com
WEST MOUNTAIN INN Nestled on 150 acres overlooking the Battenkill Valley , the century-old West Mountain Inn has been welcoming travelers with warmth and hospitality for more than 30 years . The inn offers romantic , antiques-filled guestrooms , mountain views , lush gardens , and farm-fresh dining prepared with local , seasonal ingredients . 144 West Mountain Inn Rd ., Arlington . 802-375-6516 or westmountaininn . com
THE WILBURTON Discover a destination resort with spectacular mountain views , perfect for group celebrations in the heart of Manchester Village . Weddings for up to 200 in the marble pavilion tent , reunions and retreats with lodging for 100 + in the 1902 historic mansion , villas , and vacation homes . Pool , tennis , sculpture gardens . Dogs welcome . Ski season rentals . Family-run for 35 years . 257 Wilburton Dr ., Manchester . 802-362-2500 or wilburton . com