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Marjorie Kramer
4:00pm-5:00pm Marjorie KramerPress Release Art Exhibit Contact: Marjorie Kramer, [email protected] [email protected] “Marjorie Kramer - Paintings” The Front, 6 Barre Street, Montpelier VT September 1-October 1, 2023 Gallery Hours: Friday 4-7, Saturday and Sunday 11-5 Opening Reception: Friday September 1, 4-7 PM Poetry Reading: Thursday September 7, 6-8:30 Artist's Talk: September 21, 6-7 PM Presented in collaboration and solidarity with the Susan Calza Gallery and Hexum Gallery in downtown Montpelier. For most of her life, Marjorie Kramer has been a Vermonter, but her artistic career began in New York City in the 60s and 70s. She has a BFA from Cooper Union Art School, where she met her husband, the sculptor and painter Samuel Thurston. For more than a decade they lived and worked in New York but spent their summers at their home in Lowell, Vermont. Today, sitting in the old farmhouse up high in Lowell, Marjorie looks more like a Vermont painter spending time in New York when possible. Many of the portraits in her show at The Front reflect her history of advocacy for women painters and cooperative galleries. (Her favorite show was the First Open Show of Feminist Art at MUSEUM in 1971—“free, non-curated, fabulous!”) The landscapes in her show at The Front are pure Vermont. Marjorie was a student founder of the New York Studio School of Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture. She has a very long list of solo and group shows from New York City through New England and beyond and has taught students at Johnson State University and Vermont Community College as well as art programs in small Vermont elementary schools. Her work has been called “plucky and lyrical,” with a “delicate sense of touch,” and “remarkable neomodernist observational rigor.” Painting, teaching, organizing; summers in Vermont, building a house, having a child. “It was all great fun,”she says. “I painted most days through all this.”
Montpelier Fall Festival 2023
12:00am-4:00pm Montpelier Fall Festival 2023The Montpelier Fall Festival is a celebration of community!! We celebrate the resilience and vibrancy of Montpelier and particularly its youth!! Come participate in our Fun run, enjoy fun music, delicious food trucks, games, music (The Radiance!!!), and thanks to our partner, All Brains Belong, connect with community organizations! Any funds raised at this event support interactive, real life experiences outside of our school community that deeply connect to learning; internships, athletics, author/artist residencies, community service, and dozens of other amazing opportunities at all four schools. In 2021 and 2022, MRPS PIE also contributed to the growing district wide need for mental health services for kids, their families, and our staff. We hope to build on that support next school year. More importantly, the funds level the playing field for families that may not be able to afford to buy their athlete a state championship jacket, send their child on a cultural/language trip to Canada or to a music festival, experience the Montshire Science Museum, visit Boston's Old Ironsides or allow parents the funds to cover fees to get the needed background check in order to chaperone a field trip. We look forward to seeing you there!
Breath, Sound and Movement: A journey of deepening together
12:00pm-3:00pm Breath, Sound and Movement: A journey of deepening togetherOctober 1st: 12 - 3 pm Sliding scale $25-$50 Guided by Emma Trainor, Tom Stearns, Tov Demirel and Mateo Block Join us for an immersion into collective presence in this 3 hour container on the full moon. With multiple modalities and four guides celebrating aliveness together, we will weave breath, movement, sound healing and connection with one another. We will begin with a cacao meditation led by Mateo from Prophecy Chocolate. Then moving into yoga guided by Emma with live music and sound healing led by Tov. We will allow the moment to open and reveal itself to us as we come into heart coherence as a group, releasing expectation and tapping into the magic of Being together. Throughout we will incorporate exercises that are intended to foster conscious and sometimes unfamiliar and nourishing ways of connecting to ourselves and to each other led by Tom. We invite one another into a space of softening and vulnerability with these various modalities. All of you is invited & welcomed. No previous experience required! Questions? Contact Tom: [email protected]
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
10:00am-12:00pm Robin's Nest Nature PlaygroupTHURSDAYS 10:00 – noon For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver Free (donations welcome) | A drop-in program (registration not required) Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play. Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling. Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather Connect with other families with young children This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet! Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is made possible in part by donations and is sponsored by Hunger Mountain Coop and National Life Group.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Romance Readers Night with Amber Roberts and smuttybookreviews
7:00pm-9:00pm Romance Readers Night with Amber Roberts and smuttybookreviewsBear Pond Books is feeling the romance and we'd love to invite you to our very first Romance Readers Night! Join romance author Amber Roberts as she reads from her new release, Text Appeal, along with Instagram influencer smuttybookreviews as we share a fiery, adults-only conversation about all things romance. Connect with fellow romance readers over snacks and beverages and bring your steamiest romance recommendations to share.
Montpelier Art Walk
4:00am-8:00am Montpelier Art WalkStroll through town at your own pace, visiting over 20 venues--businesses and galleries--all featuring the work of a wide variety of Vermont artists. Refreshments and good company to be found at most venues!
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Montpelier Art Walk with fiber artist Kelcey McAnulty
4:00pm-7:00pm Montpelier Art Walk with fiber artist Kelcey McAnultyDuring October's Montpelier Art Walk, Artisans Hand will feature fiber artist Kelcey McAnulty who will share her knitted and sewn wearables and demonstrate her process. She focuses on using natural fibers and repurposed fabric. Kelcey fell in love with knitting as a teenager, when she and her high school art teacher took a class together at a local church. She lives in Randolph with her husband and 2 year old son.
Reception and Talk - Enough Said? Counting Mass Shootings at The Susan Calza Gallery
5:00pm-8:00pm Reception and Talk - Enough Said? Counting Mass Shootings at The Susan Calza GalleryFriday, October 6 ArtWalk,5:00-8:00 (Susan Calza Gallery) “Enough Said? Counting Mass Shootings” Work by Susan Calza, Samantha M. Eckert, Felix Gonzalez-Torres 6:00 -7:00 Discussion about gun violence with Conor Casey, Executive Director of GunSense Vermont 7:00-8:00 Homeslice: Monolouges of Millenialhood A multimedia event by Dayton J. Shafer and special guest artists
Homeslice: A Multimedia Brouhaha
7:00pm-8:00pm Homeslice: A Multimedia BrouhahaRecitation. Nano Films. Free Bevs. A celebration of the release of Homeslice: Monologues of Millennialhood by Dayton J Shafer. Homeslice is a regaling, a rhapsodizing on a singular swath of Millennialhood—the ’81-’85 babies, the elders. Part document, part performance, part poetry, these call-and-response nonfiction monologues address and deconstruct the turn of the millennium’s most repressed issues—privilege and enabling, communal trauma, cognitive dissonance, evolving masculinity, artistic portraits, and fallen idols.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Fall for the Library
10:00am-2:00pm Fall for the LibraryJoin us for a bouncy house, puzzle swap, interactive Abenaki display, entertainment, crafts, snacks, and the finale of our fundraising auction. All welcome! This is a free event, open to the public, at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
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Operatic Benefit for Montpelier Flood Relief
2:30pm-4:00pm Operatic Benefit for Montpelier Flood ReliefA program of opera and operetta selections to benefit flood relief through the Montpelier Strong Recovery Fund. LOCATION: State House Lawn, Montpelier ALTERNATE RAIN LOCATION: The Chapel at College Hall Vermont College of Fine Arts 36 College Street Montpelier, VT 05602 Soloists and chorus, conducted by Mary Jane Austin, with pianist Alison Bruce Cerutti. More info at: https://www.facebook.com/events/297645119567472
PYO Flowers
12:00pm-6:30pm PYO FlowersWe invite you to join us on the farm to take in the views, cut a flower bouquet for yourself or a friend, bring a picnic, and treasure the remaining sunshine before frost comes. We’ll provide you a tall glass jar and you fill it with your favorites for $25. No RSVP required, but we do appreciate when you let us know if you plan to stop by via [email protected] so we’ll have enough supplies out. www.anderbellacres.com
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Happy Hour Book Signing with Jennifer McMahon
6:00pm-8:00pm Happy Hour Book Signing with Jennifer McMahonJoin New York Times bestselling author Jennifer McMahon for a happy hour book signing! We'll be celebrating Jennifer's twelfth novel, My Darling Girl, a spine-tingling psychological thriller about a woman who, after taking in her dying mother, begins to suspect demonic possession is haunting her family. Snacks, refreshments and great conversation provided!
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
10:00am-12:00pm Robin's Nest Nature PlaygroupTHURSDAYS 10:00 – noon For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver Free (donations welcome) | A drop-in program (registration not required) Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play. Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling. Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather Connect with other families with young children This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet! Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is made possible in part by donations and is sponsored by Hunger Mountain Coop and National Life Group.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Attic of Dreams Book Talk with author Marilyn Neagley
1:00pm-2:30pm Attic of Dreams Book Talk with author Marilyn NeagleyAuthor Marilyn Neagley will come to Montpelier to discuss her new memoir, Attic of Dreams. The book talk will occur on Thursday, October 12th from 1-2:30pm at the Montpelier Senior Activity Center. See below for more details on the book, and go to Rootstock Publishing to purchase and read the book ahead of the talk! A lyrical memoir that begins in a quiet Vermont village with Marilyn’s memories of her parents, owners of a popular restaurant and lively night spot next to their home. While her mother disappears into addiction, Marilyn grapples with feelings of abandonment, though she recalls being uplifted by the village, by her dreams, and by the kindness of others. In young adulthood, she lands on a beautiful estate known as Shelburne Farms, where she helps to launch valuable movements for the region: local food and farmers’ markets, outdoor childhood education, and the stewardship of natural resources. But her work is not without cost to her personal life. She discovers that her interest in protecting the outer world begins to heal her inner self. The two are deeply intertwined. Attic of Dreams examines family dysfunction while humor counters tragedy, and forgiveness counters blame. Trust and love emerge as the journey home to wholeness continues.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
[Capital City Concerts] The Music of J.S. Bach
7:30pm-9:30pm [Capital City Concerts] The Music of J.S. BachSaturday, October 14, 7:30 PM, Unitarian Church of Montpelier ?Sunday, October 15 3:00 PM, Cathedral of Saint Paul, Burlington Orchestral and chamber music of J.S. Bach featuring soprano Hyunah Yu, pianist Jeewon Park, violinist Jeffrey Multer, cellist Edward Arron, flutist Karen Kevra, and a chamber orchestra performing the Bach's Keyboard Concerto in D minor, Suite in B minor, Cello Suite in E flat major, and arias with orchestra
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Bernie’s Mitten Maker
6:30pm-7:30pm Bernie’s Mitten MakerJen Ellis will read from her book, Bernie’s Mitten Maker, a raw and honest account of the joy, stress, and shock of sudden internet fame. Congresswoman Becca Balint planning to attend barring unexpected scheduling conflicts in Washington. This memoir explores the many roads that led to the Bernie Sanders mitten meme sensation that followed the 2021 presidential inauguration. Ellis was a was a 1st, 2nd and third grade teacher at Union Elementary for 5 years. Vermont teacher, mother, and crafter, Ellis weaves the stories of her life together with humor and thoughtful insight. This is free, in-person program at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in the Hayes Room.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
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Sweet Dreams: Tips for a Restful Night
6:30pm-7:30pm Sweet Dreams: Tips for a Restful NightThis talk will briefly discuss the physiology of sleep and the importance of sleep for overall health, then move to some of the many causes of poor sleep. The talk will also include tips to improve sleep, from standard sleep hygiene recommendations to dietary considerations, and a few standard herbs that can help with sleep. Presented by Lindy Biggs, Clinical Herbalist. This is free, in-person program at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in the Hayes Room.
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
10:00am-12:00pm Robin's Nest Nature PlaygroupTHURSDAYS 10:00 – noon For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver Free (donations welcome) | A drop-in program (registration not required) Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play. Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling. Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather Connect with other families with young children This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet! Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is made possible in part by donations and is sponsored by Hunger Mountain Coop and National Life Group.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Community Healing Art Workshop
6:30pm-8:00pm Community Healing Art WorkshopThis healing art workshop is all about exploring and welcoming the pieces of ourselves and our experiences that have been shamed or forced to be silenced and hidden. We’ll invite you to think about all of the pieces of your identity that you want to share with the world on your own terms to create a “mask” that you don’t have to hide behind but instead represents how you want to be seen. All are welcome, this is a space for survivors, allies, and community members. No art experience necessary. All materials provided. Please pre-register to [email protected] Mosaic Vermont (mosaic-vt.org) is Washington County's sexual violence response and prevention organization. The community is encouraged to call Mosaic's 24/7 Helpline if support is needed: 802-479-5577. Note: This event is in conjunction with a four-event series related to an art show next door at Montpelier Senior Activity Center: Removing the Mask: Let's Talk about CSA. All events free, all are welcome. More details below: A Survivor's Art Show: Removing the Mask: Let's Talk about CSA October 6 - November 7 in the MSAC Community Room at 58 Barre St. (Artist reception during events on 10/6, 10/23 and 11/6) https://fb.me/e/1xWlE3ziO Pat Harrington's paintings–on canvas and wooden bowls–tell her powerful story of surviving child sexual abuse (CSA), demonstrate the use of art as a healing tool, and call the public to action to prevent harm to children. A content warning is advised when viewing this art show, and resources are available near the exhibit as well as at all related events through 11/6 where trained advocates and social workers will also be present. To hear more about Pat's story and for a sneak preview of her art, see video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxRoUXIqw2g. Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Panel Discussion with Q&A Monday, October 23: https://fb.me/e/6POzBcUE6 Nationally, up to 1/3 of girls, 1/4 boys and 1/2 gender-nonconforming youth are impacted by child sexual abuse before age 18. Professionals from Mosaic Vermont, Prevent Child Abuse Vermont, an area school employee, and a survivor discuss existing strategies for prevention, what bystanders can do, and options for getting involved in prevention efforts and activism. A wide variety of tabling resources will also be available. Refreshments and art browsing start at 5:30pm; panel begins at 6pm. Stay after to talk with the survivor artist of an accompanying show, Pat Harrington. Community Conversation: Child Sexual Abuse in Our Community Monday, November 6: https://fb.me/e/4xkqSPp5Y Nationally, up to 1/3 of girls, 1/4 boys and 1/2 gender-nonconforming youth are impacted by child sexual abuse before age 18. Mosaic Vermont staff facilitate a conversation seeking community feedback and ideas for caring for children and youth impacted by sexual violence. Refreshments and art browsing start at 5:30pm. Conversation starts at 6pm. A wide variety of tabling resources will also be available. Stay after to talk with the survivor artist of an accompanying show, Pat Harrington (see details below), and attend related events! All events free, all are welcome.
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Removing the Mask: One Survivor's Art Show
9:00am-4:00pm Removing the Mask: One Survivor's Art Show(Artist reception during events at same location on 10/23 and 11/6) Pat Harrington's paintings–on canvas and wooden bowls–tell her powerful story of surviving child sexual abuse (CSA), demonstrate the use of art as a healing tool, and call the public to action to prevent harm to children. A content warning is advised when viewing this art show, and resources are available near the exhibit as well as at all related events through 11/6 (two more at MSAC, one at TW Wood), where trained advocates and social workers will also be present. To hear more about Pat's story and for a sneak preview of her art, see video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxRoUXIqw2g. Questions? [email protected]; 802-476-1388 ext.1003. Mosaic Vermont (mosaic-vt.org) is Washington County's sexual violence response and prevention organization. The community is encouraged to call Mosaic's 24/7 Helpline if support is needed: 802-479-5577. RELATED EVENTS IN THE SERIES (all on Mosaic’s FB @MosaicVermont) Community Healing Art Workshop Thursday, October 19th, 6:30pm-8:00pm TW Wood Art Gallery, 46 Barre St. An opportunity to explore pieces of your identity that have been invisible, staff guide you to create a mask representing how you want to be seen. Materials provided. No artistic experience necessary. Please pre-register with [email protected] or just show up! 2nd floor, back of building NEXT DOOR to senior center. Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Panel Discussion with Q&A Monday, October 23rd, 5:30pm-7:30pm Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St. Nationally, up to 1/3 of girls, 1/4 boys and 1/2 gender-nonconforming youth are impacted by child sexual abuse before age 18. Professionals from Mosaic Vermont, Prevent Child Abuse Vermont, an area school employee, and a survivor discuss existing strategies for prevention, what bystanders can do, and options for getting involved in prevention efforts and activism. Refreshments and art browsing at 5:30; panel starts at 6pm. Community Conversation: CSA in Our Community Monday, November 6th, 5:30pm-7:30pm Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St. Mosaic Vermont staff facilitate a conversation seeking community feedback and ideas for caring for children and youth impacted by sexual violence. Refreshments and art browsing start at 5:30pm. Event at 6pm.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
Sam & Jim in Hell
7:30pm-9:00pm Sam & Jim in HellSamuel Beckett & James Joyce discover the afterlife is not all it's cracked up to be in Jeanne Beckwith's newest comic drama, featuring Kim A Bent as Sam Beckett and Jock MacDonald as Jim Joyce. Beckett and Joyce commiserate, confide, cajole, criticize, and confound each other. Covid Safety Protocols: LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible. LNT strongly encourages audience members to wear masks which performers deeply appreciate, but masks are not required. Montpelier City Hall’s elevator will not be able to be replaced in time for the show - but we will be live-streaming for those who aren't able to be with us in person since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access during this emergency situation. WHEN: Wednesdays - Sundays, October 4 - 22, 2023 TIME: 7:30pm Wednesdays–SATURDAYS; 2pm Sundays WHERE: Lost Nation Theater COST: $10–35 in person (depending on day/ticket type) INFO: www.lostnationtheater.org LNT SPONSORS: Capitol Copy, The City of Montpelier, National Life Group, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Eternity, The World, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, Montpelier Community Fund, The Estate of Ted Richards ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater, named “One of the Best Regional Theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, and Best in Vermont – VT Magazine, won Broadway World’s 2020 Theater of the Decade Award, and the 2019’s Regional Theatre of the Year Award, Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England Award, & NETC’s Outstanding Theater Award.
HOW FROG POND ANIMALS GET READY FOR WINTER
2:00pm-3:30pm HOW FROG POND ANIMALS GET READY FOR WINTERJoin Naturalist Gail Johnson catching small animals using strainers and viewing them in pondwater containers. Learn how to identify the animals and the interesting ways the animals' biology gets them through the winter. All animals will be returned to the pond. Meet at Frog Pond just inside the Hubbard Park entrance on the left. All ages.
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Panel Discussion with Q&A
5:30pm-7:30pm Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Panel Discussion with Q&ANationally, up to 1/3 of girls, 1/4 boys and 1/2 gender-nonconforming youth are impacted by child sexual abuse before age 18. Professionals from Mosaic Vermont, Prevent Child Abuse Vermont, and an adult survivor discuss existing strategies for prevention, what bystanders can do, and options for getting involved in prevention efforts and activism. A wide variety of tabling resources will also be available. Refreshments and art browsing start at 5:30pm; panel begins at 6pm. Stay after to talk with the survivor artist of an accompanying show, Pat Harrington (see details below), and attend related events! All events free, all are welcome. Mosaic Vermont (mosaic-vt.org) is Washington County's sexual violence response and prevention organization. The community is encouraged to call Mosaic's 24/7 Helpline if support is needed: 802-479-5577. THREE MORE RELATED EVENTS IN THE SERIES (all on Mosaic’s FB, too) A Survivor's Art Show: Removing the Mask: Let's Talk about CSA October 6 - November 7 in the MSAC Community Room at 58 Barre St. (Artist reception during events on 10/6, 10/23 and 11/6) Pat Harrington's paintings–on canvas and wooden bowls–tell her powerful story of surviving child sexual abuse (CSA), demonstrate the use of art as a healing tool, and call the public to action to prevent harm to children. A content warning is advised when viewing this art show, and resources are available near the exhibit as well as at all related events through 11/6 (two more at MSAC, one at TW Wood), where trained advocates and social workers will also be present. To hear more about Pat's story and for a sneak preview of her art, see video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxRoUXIqw2g. Community Healing Art Workshop Thursday, October 19th, 6:30pm-8:00pm TW Wood Art Gallery, 46 Barre St. An opportunity to explore pieces of your identity that have been invisible, staff guide you to create a mask representing how you want to be seen. Materials provided. No artistic experience necessary. Please pre-register with [email protected]. Community Conversation: CSA in Our Community Monday, November 6th, 5:30pm-7:30pm Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St. Mosaic Vermont staff facilitate a conversation seeking community feedback and ideas for caring for children and youth impacted by sexual violence. Refreshments and art browsing start at 5:30pm. Event at 6pm. FB link: https://fb.me/e/4xkqSPp5Y
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
10:00am-12:00pm Robin's Nest Nature PlaygroupTHURSDAYS 10:00 – noon For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver Free (donations welcome) | A drop-in program (registration not required) Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play. Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling. Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather Connect with other families with young children This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet! Robin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is made possible in part by donations and is sponsored by Hunger Mountain Coop and National Life Group.
YA Horror Night with Kristen Simmons, Kosoko Jackson and Ann Davila Cardinal
7:00pm-9:00pm YA Horror Night with Kristen Simmons, Kosoko Jackson and Ann Davila CardinalBear Pond Books is celebrating the Halloween spirit with YA Horror Night! Join YA authors Kristen Simmons (Find Him Where You left Him Dead), Kosoko Jackson (The Forest Demands Its Due) and Ann Davila Cardinal (Breakup From Hell) as they share their most terrifying stories. Refreshments will be served, the lights will be low, and horror-themed costumes are encouraged! Ages 14+.
[Scrag Mountain Music] Sacred Songs of the Mary's?
7:30pm-9:30pm [Scrag Mountain Music] Sacred Songs of the Mary's??Concerts Fri., Oct. 27 @ 7:30 pm I St. Augustine 16 Barre St., Montpelier Sun., Oct. 29 @ 4 pm I Warren Church 339 Main St., Warren Scrag presents Sacred Songs of the Mary’s, a program of ecstatic and contemplative early and early-inspired music that connects back to the Divine Mother Mary and Mary Magdalene. Scrag co-Artistic Directors Mary Bonhag (soprano) and Evan Premo (bass and viola da gamba) are joined by celebrated classically trained musician, sound healing practitioner, and founding member Anonymous 4, Ruth Cunningham (voice, recorder, harp, and flute), on works by Hildegard of Bingen, Kaija Saariaho, Kathy Wonson Eddy, and others. The program also includes a World Premiere chant by Cunningham based on the text from the non-canonical gospel of Mary Magdalene.
Montpelier Restaurants Strong Oktoberfest
12:00pm-4:00pm Montpelier Restaurants Strong OktoberfestDowntown Montpelier restaurants are collaborating with Montpelier Alive to present an Oktoberfest benefit with local beer, German food & music! 100% of the proceeds will be used to help downtown restaurants rebuild, buy equipment and replace lost summer income.
Keys Bags Names Words Film Screening
2:00pm-4:00pm Keys Bags Names Words Film ScreeningComing to Montpelier’s Savoy Theater on 10/28: Keys Bags Names Words, a documentary about people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias who share stories of the heartbreak and the hope in aging. Don’t miss this powerful new international film that explores ways we can protect our brain health, connect with our loved ones and live a higher quality of life, even after diagnosis. RSVP by emailing Luke Rackers, [email protected]. Hosted by Vermont Department of Health, Central Vermont Council on Aging, City of Montpelier, City of Barre, Alzheimer’s Association of Vermont, and Vermont Dept. of Disabilities, Ageing and Independent Living.
Dance Films & Dance Party - Art Event!
7:00pm-10:30pm Dance Films & Dance Party - Art Event!Produced by ANIMAL Dance and In The Hands Of Beauty with host sponsor Blossom Wellness. Saturday October 28th, 7-10:30pm Blossom Wellness Main Studio (7 Main St. Suite 204 Montpelier, VT 05602) Come together in community for an evening of dance films and dancing! Doors open 6:30- arrive early to get settled in! By donation and bring a dish to share for the Simple Food Potluck! Finger food or fruit encouraged. Blankets, bolsters, yoga mats and some chairs will be available. 7pm Film Screening Begins See dance films, hear from the artists, share your feedback. 8:30-10:30pm DANCE PARTY with DJ Joy!!!! Costumes encouraged! Theme: CREATURES *Join for either or both parts of the evening** About the dance film screening: Long time collaborators Andreas John (photo/film) and Hanna Satterlee (dance/curation) are excited to produce a lively evening of art and community. The duo will premiere their latest dance film collaboration, REVOLUTION*, alongside other dance film projects by Andreas John, as well as dance films from the Vermont Dance community. *REVOLUTION was shot over 5 months from January to May 2023 in Shelburne Vermont, meeting monthly at the same site and the same time to capture the effect of change over seasons. With 13 participating Vermont dancers accumulating per month, the work abstractly tells a story of the journey to connection, and the support that is needed to stand strongly on one's own. COME SEE THESE SPECTACULAR FILMS! Elias Hill: Aluna Paula Higa: Migrant Bodies Sophia Wright-Emigh: Bardo Paul Rabinowitz/Georgia Usborne: The Lines In Between Calvin Walker: Context Laurel Jenkins: Prelude Tina Fores-Hitt: Walking the Line Hanna Satterlee/Andreas John: Revolution About the dance party: Join us in this safe, playful and welcoming space and dance like no one is watching!!! Dance, movement and community are all so healing, WE NEED THIS!!! Oh, and we invite you to be playful and wear anything creative you feel inspired by! Our theme for this time: CREATURES Leave your shoes & baggage at the door and come dance with us! **No registration required** Blossom Studio is on the second floor (stairs) at 7 Main Street, Montpelier VT with no elevator available. Please contact for accessibility requests, we want to make a plan with you! Contact: [email protected] and [email protected]
2023 Glow Ride
6:00pm-7:30pm 2023 Glow RideYou loved it last year, so it's back! The Glow Ride rolls out again Saturday October 28! Hosted by: Montpelier Complete Streets Committee When: Saturday, October 28, 2023 Where: Meet at 39 Main St/City Hall @ 6:00 pm (ride will depart at 6:30 pm sharp) What it is: This is a ~5 mile no-drop, family friendly and very fun evening group bike ride around Montpelier. With shorter days upon us, this event is a reminder to all who walk or ride to wear reflective clothing and use other safety equipment and to motorists to stay alert for pedestrians and bicyclists. How to Prepare: Bring your bike, wear a costume (optional, but fun), and put on lights, lots of lights, if you have them! Need a light? We will have a few extras on hand. Dress for all weather. There is no rain date. Questions: Contact Holly Fowler, Complete Streets Committee Member
Caledonia "Spirits" Halloween Party
3:00pm-8:00pm Caledonia "Spirits" Halloween PartyPlease join us for some spooky cocktails and food as we celebrate Halloween. We will have a costume contest so come as you please! Costumes are not needed to participate in the party. Party is from 3pm-8pm. Prizes will be given and the and winners will be announced at 6pm for the best group and individual costume. Paprika will be on site serving some empanada's and we will have a limited menu also with some snacks available for purchase. $5 suggested donation for NOFA and our farmers to help with the flood relief! Open to the public and families
Dried wreath workshop!
2:00pm-4:00pm Dried wreath workshop!Learn how to make a beautiful hand-tied dried wreath using locally grown flowers! Join farmer florist, Jenny Monfore, of Old Time Flowers for a fun afternoon creating a sustainable everlasting wreath to enjoy all winter long! We'll discuss our favorite flowers for drying, different drying methods and common wreath-making techniques. We’ll then do hands-on instruction and turn you loose to craft your own unique creations! You’ll have time to make several small wreaths or one larger wreath in class. Register in our online shop: https://www.oldtimeflowers.com/shop
Halloween Tales with Tim Jennings
6:00pm-7:00pm Halloween Tales with Tim JenningsLegendary tale spinner Tim Jennings presents tales and music for an October evening near Halloween complete with proper scares. Recommended for ages 12 and up. This is free, in-person program at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in the Hayes Room.
Celebrate Halloween the Montpelier Way!
4:00pm-7:00pm Celebrate Halloween the Montpelier Way!Montpelier's celebration has something for everyone, from Trick or Treating to Karaoke. Downtown Trick or Treating, Pumpkin Carving contest, Woodbelly Pizza, Thriller Dance and dance party!
Sun Oct 1
Marjorie Kramer
Sunday Oct 1st 4:00 pm - Sunday Oct 1st 5:00 pm@ The Front, 6 Barre St., Montpelier
Sun Oct 1
12:00 am to 4:00 pm
Montpelier Fall Festival 2023
Sunday Oct 1st 12:00 am to 4:00 pm@ Montpelier Capitol Lawn
Sun Oct 1
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Breath, Sound and Movement: A journey of deepening together
Sunday Oct 1st 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm@ Blossom Wellness, Montpelier
Thu Oct 5
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
Thursday Oct 5th 10:00 am to 12:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
Thu Oct 5
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Thursday Oct 5th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Thu Oct 5
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Romance Readers Night with Amber Roberts and smuttybookreviews
Thursday Oct 5th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Bear Pond Books
Bear Pond Books is feeling the romance and we'd love to invite you to our very first Romance Readers Night! Join romance author Amber Roberts as she reads from her new release, Text Appeal, along with Instagram influencer smuttybookreviews as we share a fiery, adults-only conversation about all things romance. Connect with fellow romance readers over snacks and beverages and bring your steamiest romance recommendations to share.
Fri Oct 6
4:00 am to 8:00 am
Montpelier Art Walk
Friday Oct 6th 4:00 am to 8:00 am@ Venues throughout downtown Montpelier
Categories: Arts and Culture
Stroll through town at your own pace, visiting over 20 venues--businesses and galleries--all featuring the work of a wide variety of Vermont artists. Refreshments and good company to be found at most venues!
Fri Oct 6
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Friday Oct 6th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Fri Oct 6
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Montpelier Art Walk with fiber artist Kelcey McAnulty
Friday Oct 6th 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ Artisans Hand, 89 Main Street at City Center
During October's Montpelier Art Walk, Artisans Hand will feature fiber artist Kelcey McAnulty who will share her knitted and sewn wearables and demonstrate her process. She focuses on using natural fibers and repurposed fabric.
Kelcey fell in love with knitting as a teenager, when she and her high school art teacher took a class together at a local church. She lives in Randolph with her husband and 2 year old son.
Fri Oct 6
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Reception and Talk - Enough Said? Counting Mass Shootings at The Susan Calza Gallery
Friday Oct 6th 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ 138 Main Street Montpelier, VT
Friday, October 6
ArtWalk,5:00-8:00 (Susan Calza Gallery)
“Enough Said? Counting Mass Shootings”
Work by Susan Calza, Samantha M. Eckert, Felix Gonzalez-Torres
6:00 -7:00
Discussion about gun violence with Conor Casey, Executive Director of GunSense Vermont
7:00-8:00
Homeslice: Monolouges of Millenialhood
A multimedia event by Dayton J. Shafer and special guest artists
Fri Oct 6
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Homeslice: A Multimedia Brouhaha
Friday Oct 6th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ The Susan Calza Gallery. 138 Main Street, Montpelier, VT
Recitation. Nano Films. Free Bevs.
A celebration of the release of Homeslice: Monologues of Millennialhood by Dayton J Shafer.
Homeslice is a regaling, a rhapsodizing on a singular swath of Millennialhood—the ’81-’85 babies, the elders. Part document, part performance, part poetry, these call-and-response nonfiction monologues address and deconstruct the turn of the millennium’s most repressed issues—privilege and enabling, communal trauma, cognitive dissonance, evolving masculinity, artistic portraits, and fallen idols.
Sat Oct 7
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Saturday Oct 7th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Sat Oct 7
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Fall for the Library
Saturday Oct 7th 10:00 am to 2:00 pm@ Kellogg-Hubbard Library
Join us for a bouncy house, puzzle swap, interactive Abenaki display, entertainment, crafts, snacks, and the finale of our fundraising auction. All welcome! This is a free event, open to the public, at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
Sat Oct 7
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Operatic Benefit for Montpelier Flood Relief
Saturday Oct 7th 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm@ State House Lawn
A program of opera and operetta selections to benefit flood relief through the Montpelier Strong Recovery Fund.
LOCATION:
State House Lawn, Montpelier
ALTERNATE RAIN LOCATION:
The Chapel at College Hall
Vermont College of Fine Arts
36 College Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
Soloists and chorus, conducted by Mary Jane Austin, with pianist Alison Bruce Cerutti.
More info at: https://www.facebook.com/events/297645119567472
Sun Oct 8
12:00 pm to 6:30 pm
PYO Flowers
Sunday Oct 8th 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm@ 1320 Horn of the Moon Rd., East Montpelier, VT 05602
We invite you to join us on the farm to take in the views, cut a flower bouquet for yourself or a friend, bring a picnic, and treasure the remaining sunshine before frost comes. We’ll provide you a tall glass jar and you fill it with your favorites for $25. No RSVP required, but we do appreciate when you let us know if you plan to stop by via [email protected] so we’ll have enough supplies out. www.anderbellacres.com
Wed Oct 11
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Wednesday Oct 11th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Wed Oct 11
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Happy Hour Book Signing with Jennifer McMahon
Wednesday Oct 11th 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ Bear Pond Books
Join New York Times bestselling author Jennifer McMahon for a happy hour book signing! We'll be celebrating Jennifer's twelfth novel, My Darling Girl, a spine-tingling psychological thriller about a woman who, after taking in her dying mother, begins to suspect demonic possession is haunting her family.
Snacks, refreshments and great conversation provided!
Thu Oct 12
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
Thursday Oct 12th 10:00 am to 12:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
Thu Oct 12
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Thursday Oct 12th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Thu Oct 12
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Attic of Dreams Book Talk with author Marilyn Neagley
Thursday Oct 12th 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm@ Montpelier Senior Activity Center
Fri Oct 13
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Friday Oct 13th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Sat Oct 14
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
[Capital City Concerts] The Music of J.S. Bach
Saturday Oct 14th 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm@ Unitarian Church of Montpelier
Saturday, October 14, 7:30 PM, Unitarian Church of Montpelier
?Sunday, October 15 3:00 PM, Cathedral of Saint Paul, Burlington
Orchestral and chamber music of J.S. Bach featuring soprano Hyunah Yu, pianist Jeewon Park, violinist Jeffrey Multer, cellist Edward Arron, flutist Karen Kevra, and a chamber orchestra performing the Bach's Keyboard Concerto in D minor, Suite in B minor, Cello Suite in E flat major, and arias with orchestra
Sat Oct 14
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Saturday Oct 14th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Mon Oct 16
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Bernie’s Mitten Maker
Monday Oct 16th 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm@ Kellogg-Hubbard Library
Jen Ellis will read from her book, Bernie’s Mitten Maker, a raw and honest account of the joy, stress, and shock of sudden internet fame. Congresswoman Becca Balint planning to attend barring unexpected scheduling conflicts in Washington.
This memoir explores the many roads that led to the Bernie Sanders mitten meme sensation that followed the 2021 presidential inauguration. Ellis was a was a 1st, 2nd and third grade teacher at Union Elementary for 5 years. Vermont teacher, mother, and crafter, Ellis weaves the stories of her life together with humor and thoughtful insight. This is free, in-person program at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in the Hayes Room.
Wed Oct 18
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Wednesday Oct 18th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Wed Oct 18
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Sweet Dreams: Tips for a Restful Night
Wednesday Oct 18th 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm@ Kellogg-Hubbard Library
This talk will briefly discuss the physiology of sleep and the importance of sleep for overall health, then move to some of the many causes of poor sleep. The talk will also include tips to improve sleep, from standard sleep hygiene recommendations to dietary considerations, and a few standard herbs that can help with sleep. Presented by Lindy Biggs, Clinical Herbalist. This is free, in-person program at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in the Hayes Room.
Thu Oct 19
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
Thursday Oct 19th 10:00 am to 12:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
Thu Oct 19
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Thursday Oct 19th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Thu Oct 19
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Community Healing Art Workshop
Thursday Oct 19th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm@ TW Wood, 46 Barre Street
Thu Oct 19
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Removing the Mask: One Survivor's Art Show
Thursday Oct 19th 9:00 am to 4:00 pm@ Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre Street
Fri Oct 20
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Friday Oct 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Sat Oct 21
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Sam & Jim in Hell
Saturday Oct 21st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Sat Oct 21
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
HOW FROG POND ANIMALS GET READY FOR WINTER
Saturday Oct 21st 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm@ Frog Pond, Hubbard Park
Join Naturalist Gail Johnson catching
small animals using strainers and
viewing them in pondwater containers.
Learn how to identify the animals and
the interesting ways the animals'
biology gets them through the winter.
All animals will be returned to the pond.
Meet at Frog Pond just inside the
Hubbard Park entrance on the left.
All ages.
Mon Oct 23
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Panel Discussion with Q&A
Monday Oct 23rd 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm@ Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre Street
Thu Oct 26
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Robin's Nest Nature Playgroup
Thursday Oct 26th 10:00 am to 12:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
Fri Oct 27
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
YA Horror Night with Kristen Simmons, Kosoko Jackson and Ann Davila Cardinal
Friday Oct 27th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Bear Pond Books
Bear Pond Books is celebrating the Halloween spirit with YA Horror Night! Join YA authors Kristen Simmons (Find Him Where You left Him Dead), Kosoko Jackson (The Forest Demands Its Due) and Ann Davila Cardinal (Breakup From Hell) as they share their most terrifying stories. Refreshments will be served, the lights will be low, and horror-themed costumes are encouraged! Ages 14+.
Fri Oct 27
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
[Scrag Mountain Music] Sacred Songs of the Mary's?
Friday Oct 27th 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm@ St. Augustine Church
Sat Oct 28
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Montpelier Restaurants Strong Oktoberfest
Saturday Oct 28th 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm@ Farr’s Field Waterbury
Downtown Montpelier restaurants are collaborating with Montpelier Alive to present an Oktoberfest benefit with local beer, German food & music! 100% of the proceeds will be used to help downtown restaurants rebuild, buy equipment and replace lost summer income.
Sat Oct 28
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Keys Bags Names Words Film Screening
Saturday Oct 28th 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm@ Savoy Theater, 26 Main St., Montpelier
Coming to Montpelier’s Savoy Theater on 10/28: Keys Bags Names Words, a documentary about people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias who share stories of the heartbreak and the hope in aging. Don’t miss this powerful new international film that explores ways we can protect our brain health, connect with our loved ones and live a higher quality of life, even after diagnosis. RSVP by emailing Luke Rackers, [email protected].
Hosted by Vermont Department of Health, Central Vermont Council on Aging, City of Montpelier, City of Barre, Alzheimer’s Association of Vermont, and Vermont Dept. of Disabilities, Ageing and Independent Living.
Sat Oct 28
7:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Dance Films & Dance Party - Art Event!
Saturday Oct 28th 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm@ Blossom Wellness, 7 Main Street, Montpelier VT
Sat Oct 28
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
2023 Glow Ride
Saturday Oct 28th 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm@ 39 Main St, Montpelier
Sat Oct 28
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Tamlin Briar: Ballads Ancient and Macabre
Saturday Oct 28th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm@ Bent Nails Bistro
Robert Morgan shares songs for the Samhain season.
Tales of ladies, knights, and curses, elves & witches, fairies, the Devil, ghosts, and more.
content warning: violence, and other disturbing subjects
Sat Oct 28
3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Caledonia "Spirits" Halloween Party
Saturday Oct 28th 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ Barr Hill, 116 Gin Lane, Montpelier, VT
Please join us for some spooky cocktails and food as we celebrate Halloween. We will have a costume contest so come as you please! Costumes are not needed to participate in the party.
Party is from 3pm-8pm. Prizes will be given and the and winners will be announced at 6pm for the best group and individual costume.
Paprika will be on site serving some empanada's and we will have a limited menu also with some snacks available for purchase.
$5 suggested donation for NOFA and our farmers to help with the flood relief!
Open to the public and families
Sun Oct 29
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dried wreath workshop!
Sunday Oct 29th 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm@ Bethany Church (115 Main Street, Montpelier)
Learn how to make a beautiful hand-tied dried wreath using locally grown flowers!
Join farmer florist, Jenny Monfore, of Old Time Flowers for a fun afternoon creating a sustainable everlasting wreath to enjoy all winter long!
We'll discuss our favorite flowers for drying, different drying methods and common wreath-making techniques. We’ll then do hands-on instruction and turn you loose to craft your own unique creations!
You’ll have time to make several small wreaths or one larger wreath in class.
Register in our online shop: https://www.oldtimeflowers.com/shop
Mon Oct 30
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Halloween Tales with Tim Jennings
Monday Oct 30th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ Kellogg-Hubbard Library
Legendary tale spinner Tim Jennings presents tales and music for an October evening near Halloween complete with proper scares. Recommended for ages 12 and up. This is free, in-person program at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in the Hayes Room.
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