summer
sensations
Good lookin’ lobsters!
Served fresh daily.
NORTH AMERICAN OBSTACLE COURSE
RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS
AUG. 9–11
This three-day event at Stratton Mountain
Resort includes a 3K short course
championship, a 15K standard course
championship, and a team relay event
that brings competitors from across North
America. Fun for spectators to watch
athletes conquer the obstacles along the
race course. noramchamps.com
And steaks, seafood, sandwiches,
salads, pasta, burgers and more!
GREEN MOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS & ROOTS
FESTIVAL
AUG. 15–18
Rock River Artists Open Studio Tour
Roger Sandes, Still Life with Swimmers, acrylic
on panel, 32" x 25" including frame
ROCK RIVER ARTISTS OPEN STUDIO
TOUR
JUL. 20–21
A tour that has earned its following well
beyond Southern Vermont, the annual
two-day offering features 17 accomplished
artists in a range of media from functional
ceramics to thread on fabric, inlay to
collage. Visitors get an intimate look at the
unique locations where each artist works.
Intersection of Dover Rd. and Auger Hole
Rd., South Newfane. 802-348-7865 or
rockriverartists.com
SOLARFEST
JUL. 21
Join Earth Sky Time organic farm for a
day-long gathering of workshops, music,
food, conversations, and activities for
the entire family. This celebration is an
opportunity to gather and share ideas.
1547 Main St., Manchester. 802-384-1400
or earthskytime.com or solarfest.org
SOUTHERN VERMONT ARTS CENTER
JUL. 21
Award-winning singer and songwriter
Judy Collins will perform at SVAC. 8pm.
802-362-1405 or svac.org
MANCHESTER ANNUAL SIDEWALK
SALES
AUG. 8–11
Every August the Town of Manchester
hosts its annual sidewalk sales. Mark
your calendar to come and shop
the streets of Manchester. Enjoy a
unique retail experience and find a
bargain. manchestervermont.com
A four-day music festival featuring a
variety of bluegrass, roots, and Americana
music from both icons of the industry
and innovative up-and-coming artists.
Featuring a main stage, dance tent,
camping, children’s activities, local food
trucks, Vermont craft beer and wine,
and a magical Green Mountain setting.
Hunter Park, Manchester. 802-824-3575 or
greenmountainbluegrass.com
Check out
our brand new
patio!
Dining and Drink Specials!
Open for lunch and dinner.
Children’s menu.
BONDVILLE FAIR
AUG. 23–25
The oldest, continuously running
fair in Vermont, located at
the fairgrounds across from
the Stratton access road.
Live entertainment, rides,
concessions, animal and truck
pulls, a quilt show, and more.
Rte. 30, Bondville. 802-297-2927
3912 Route 7A , Manchester Village
802-362-3663 www.mulligans-vt.com
STRATTON
ADVENTURES
STRATTON MOUNTAIN RESORT
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
AUG. 29–SEP. 1
Celebrate Labor Day weekend and
prepare for the upcoming ski season with
amazing deals on outerwear, accessories,
and ski and snowboard gear at the Labor
Day tent sale. Come with an appetite
and enjoy delicious slow-cooked local
barbecue and summertime cold brews at
Blues, Brews, and BBQ, and live music in
front of the Stratton base lodge. Partake
in yoga sessions dedicated to peace
and wear white as a symbol of unity.
1-800-STRATTON or stratton.com
WESTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
LABOR DAY CONCERT ON THE WESTON
GREEN
SEP. 2
Gypsy Reel, Southern Vermont’s favorite
“Celt band that rocks” will return for their
annual Labor Day Concert on the Weston
Green. Bring friends. Bring a picnic.
Enjoy the music. Weston Green, Rte. 100,
Weston.
ATV &
SNOWMOBILE
TOURS
1 Hour Guided Tours
to the Summit
SNOWMOBILE
MINI RIDES & TOURS
for children
PAINTBALL GAMES
Bachelor • Bachelorette
Family Gatherings • Corporate Outings
Birthday Parties • Just for Fun
Call to see if you can join or
create a group
7 days a week by reservation
802-379-1483
[email protected]
StrattonAdventures.com
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