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summer sensations EARTH SKY TIME COMMUNITY FARM NIGHT DINNER PARTIES JUN.–SEP. Every Wednesday, enjoy organic vegetarian farm-to-table dinners and live bluegrass music served on the outdoor terrace of the Wilburton Inn. 7pm. Reservations required. 257 Wilburton Dr., Manchester. 802-362-2500 or earthskytime.com MANCHESTER STREET FESTS JUN. 14 & JUL. 19 Manchester’s Main Street closes down for a town-wide block party two Friday evenings in the summer (between Thai Basil and Mountain Goat) for the community to gather, listen to live music, taste local specialty food, browse booths, and more. Main St., Manchester. manchester-vt.gov WANDERLUST AT STRATTON MOUNTAIN RESORT JUN. 20–23 Explore mindful living in all its forms at the Wanderlust Festival, which brings together new and old friends to nourish and inspire mind, body, and soul with classes, hikes, concerts, adventures, activities, and more. Beginners and well-seasoned yoginis all converge during four days with instruction from the best. Stratton Mountain Resort. wanderlust.com MANCHESTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY JUN. 22–AUG.15 Open to all as an inspiring gathering place for the community, providing opportunities and resources for personal enrichment and growth. Stop in for workshops and events including the Summer Reading Program Kick-Off, Summer Reading Programs, and Summer Reading Story Times. 138 Cemetery Ave., Manchester. 802-362-2607 or mclvt.org 24 manchester life | manchesterlifemagazine.com ISRAEL CONGREGATION OF MANCHESTER TAG SALE STRATTON MOUNTAIN RESORT MOUNTAIN FRIENDS AND FREEDOM JUN. 23 JUL. 5–7 With more than 150 contributing households each year, and more than 5,000 square feet, you will find everyday items, incredible clothing, shoes, accessories, housewares, prints, paintings, furniture, linens, jewelry, and treasures. 6025 Main St., Manchester. 802-362-4578 or icmvt.org HEALTH YOGA LIFE JUN. 29–JUL. 13 At the end of this two-week intensive 200- hour yoga teacher training you’ll be certified to teach yoga. This amazing opportunity leaves time for great hikes, terrific food, and wonderful friends all in a great learning environment. 1-800-STRATTON or stratton.com VERMONT SUMMER FESTIVAL JUL. 2–AUG. 11 Top equestrian riders from across the United States and Canada compete for prizes, points, and national recognition at northern New England’s largest “AA”-rated hunter and jumper show. Spectators welcome. Harold Beebe Farm, 2971 Vermont Rte. 7, East Dorset. 802-489-4945 or vt-summerfestival.com TOWN OF MANCHESTER INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION JUL. 4 An all-day celebration that includes live music, games, family activities, fireworks, and more. Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park, Manchester. manchester-vt.gov TIMOTHY PETERS A weekend-long celebration where adults will enjoy food specials, music, local brews, and yoga. Hayrides, a hot dog eating contest, and three-legged races for children. Join in for some old-fashioned fun and include your four-legged pet for the North Face Doggie and Me Hike. Fireworks on Jul. 5. 1-800-STRATTON or stratton.com CIRCUS SMIRKUS BIG TOP TOUR JUL. 12–13 Performing under traditional European- style circus tents, the award-winning circus company consists of some 80 people including teen performers, professional circus coaches, tent and technical crew, and a live circus band performing an original score each year. Fri. and Sat. 1pm and 6pm. Presented by the Town of Manchester and Manchester Parks & Recreation. smirkus.org B THE CHANGE CELEBRATION OF NEW ENGLAND B-CORPS JUL. 13 Eileen Fisher encourages Manchester to “B the Change” at their outdoor celebration. Find out what a B-Corp is and why it matters. Enjoy free samples from King Arthur Flour, Stonyfield Farm, Seventh Generation, Cabot Cheese, Badger Balm, Prosperity Candle, Lake Champlain Chocolates, and Vermont Creamery. 802-768-8736 or eileenfisher.com ISRAEL CONGREGATION OF MANCHESTER JEWISH FILM SERIES JUL. 15–AUG. 5 Israel Congregation of Manchester is proud to present their Jewish Film Series, with showings on Monday evenings at the Manchester Community Library. 138 Cemetery Ave., Manchester. 802-362-4578 or icmvt.org