Vermont Magazine Summer 19 | Page 79

Newport has a famed history of live music. In the 20th Century, international- ly-celebrated performers regularly stopped in Newport on their way from Montreal to Boston. Stars such as Louis Armstrong, Glenn Miller, and Rosemary Clooney performed at the International Club, which at one time boasted the largest dance fl oor in all of New England. More than 200 feet long and 60 feet wide, it could accommodate 2,000 dancers. Although the ballroom is long- gone, the arts are still alive and well in Newport today. Since 2007, local artists and handcraft - ers have had their own venue to display and sell their creations at the Memphremagog Arts Collab- orative (MAC) Center for the Arts. Back in the Day: Duke Ellington signs autographs at Seguin Music Store in downtown Newport. Courtesy of Scott Wheeler Over 50 Vermont visual artists, hand crafters, writers & performers represented at our Main Street galleries. Your Dreams ~ Our Job #4702408 – Charming turn of the century 4BR/4BA on 15A accentuated by its modern updates and stunning views of Lake Memphremagog. $319,900. Nick Maclure HOURS Main Floor: Summer: Mon ~ Sat 10-5 (Sundays by chance 10-3) Winter: Tues ~ Sat 10-5 Downstairs Gallery: Exhibits & Special Events ~ Open April thru December Visit our website for more information: www.maccenterforthearts.com (802) 334-1966 #4477989 – Prime location on 8.51A with this former school and convent. Great potential for development. Near all local amenities. $825,000. Connie Isabelle #4714921 – Year-round 3BR home on landscaped lot with over 300’ frontage on Lake Memphremagog. Move right in, sold completely furnished. $425,000. Steve Peacock Derby 802.334.1200 | FarmAndForest.com | E Burke 802.626.4222