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galas galas THE SUMMER GALA TO BENEFIT SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT HEALTH CARE JUN. 8 DORSET THEATRE FESTIVAL 2019 SUMMER STARS GALA JUN. 23 Celebrate the summer stars, Dorset Theatre Festival’s 42nd season, and the best of Vermont in one enchanted evening. The Old Gray Barn, 1582 VT Rte. 30, Rupert. 802-867-2223 or dorsettheatrefestival.org WESTON PLAYHOUSE THEATRE COMPANY JUN. 27 JUL. 27 Delightful musical event in honor of MMF’s 45th year of bringing world-class chamber music to Southern Vermont. Celebrate at this kickoff to the season that helps support both the organization’s acclaimed summer concert series and Young Artists training program. 802-362-1956 or mmfvt.org THE DORSET EQUINE RESCUE BARNYARD BALL JUL. 14 The Dorset Equine Rescue’s sixth annual Barnyard Ball fundraiser will include live music, dinner, a cash bar, silent auction, and several great door prizes. Inn at Manchester, 3967 Main St., Manchester. 802-366-1300 or dorsetequinerescue.org Join the festivities at Walker Farm for summer cocktails, a sumptuous farm-to- table dinner, great music, and amazing artists. 703 Main St., Weston. 802-824-5288 or westonplayhouse.org ISRAEL CONGREGATION OF MANCHESTER HOEDOWN AT THE OLD GRAY BARN Southwestern Vermont Health Care’s Summer Gala includes cocktails, a raffle, dinner, live auction, dancing, and plenty of fun surprises. The event also honors SVHC’s annual Vision Award recipients. All proceeds support the delivery of high-quality health care in our region. 1768 Hubbell Homestead at Colgate Park, 1357 West Rd., Bennington. 802-447-5017 or svhealthcare.org MANCHESTER MUSIC FESTIVAL SEASON 45 CELEBRATION AUG. 15 A Texas-style barn festival with the ultimate Texas BBQ. Cocktails on the outdoor terrace and dancing to a live country band. 6pm. Festive country attire. 1582 VT Rte. 30, Rupert. 802-362-4578 or [email protected] THE JINGLE BELL DEC. 7 The Jingle Bell reflects the giving spirit of the season and provides the opportunity to demonstrate support for Southwestern Vermont Health Care. Grand Summit Resort Hotel, 89 Grand Summit Way, West Dover. 802-447-5017 or svhealthcare.org manchester life magazine 2019 33