The Lighting of the Vermont State Christmas Tree
4:00pm-5:30pm The Lighting of the Vermont State Christmas TreeAll are welcome to join Governor Phil Scott for the 2024 Lighting of the State Christmas Tree. Joining the Governor on the grounds of the State House will be musicians, animals, and wagon rides. The Barre American Legion Post 10 has donated the beautiful 40-foot Colorado Blue Spruce. The tree will serve as a REMEMBRANCE throughout the season—honoring all Vermont Veterans who have served their country. An indoor reception will follow, as well as the Governor reading “The Night Before Christmas” to the kids.
RESPITE & REMEMBRANCE"– Works on Paper by Daryl Burtnett. at the VT Supreme Court Gallery
4:30pm-7:00pm RESPITE & REMEMBRANCE"– Works on Paper by Daryl Burtnett. at the VT Supreme Court GalleryMontpelier Art Walk - Reception! Free and Open to the Public. Presented by the Vermont State Curator’s office: At the Vermont Supreme Court Gallery, “RESPITE & REMEMBRANCE" – Pandemic to Present - Works on Paper by Daryl Burtnett. Burtnett exhibits two parallel bodies of work made since 2020. The over 1, 227 small pieces installed on large panels were made in remembrance, day by day in most cases, to represent every Vermonter lost to Covid. Many of these dynamic pieces will be displayed on 4x8ft panels. Exhibit on view until December 20, 2024
T.W. Wood Gallery Presents: 10x10” Members Exhibition - Montpelier Art Walk Opening Reception
4:00pm-8:00pm T.W. Wood Gallery Presents: 10x10” Members Exhibition - Montpelier Art Walk Opening ReceptionThe T.W. Wood Gallery presents: 10x10” Members Exhibition - Montpelier Art Walk Opening Reception Celebrating the work of local Vermont artists – The T.W. Wood Members will be featured in the Contemporary Hall Gallery. This exhibit of 10”x10” paintings, prints, drawings, photography, and two-dimensional mixed media will showcase over a dozen members' talents as an expression of gratitude for continued support. Free and Open to the Public – refreshments served. Other exhibits at the T.W. Wood include: “MOVEMENT” by Janet Van Fleet And “New to the WPA Room” . On View Now until January 28, 2025 Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, noon-4 PM. Featured Images by artists: Mary Admasian, Opposite Direction 10x10" Acrylic, watercolor pencil, spray paint on birch panel. Delia Robinson The Crocodile Bridge 10x10", Mixed Media, 2024
OPENING RECEPTION at the T.W. Wood Art Gallery: MOVEMENT an Installation by Janet Van Fleet
4:00pm-8:00am OPENING RECEPTION at the T.W. Wood Art Gallery: MOVEMENT an Installation by Janet Van FleetMontpelier Art Walk - Opening Reception presents: MOVEMENT, a site-specific installation by Cabot artist Janet Van Fleet. This powerful exhibit, created with found objects and natural materials -- salvaged by the artist from what she calls the “planetary dumpster” -- explores themes of change, transformation, and the passage of time. Exhibition on view from Dec. 2 - Jan. 28, 2025 Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, noon-4 PM.
Holiday Wine Tasting with Art Walk at The North Branch Cafe
4:00pm-7:00pm Holiday Wine Tasting with Art Walk at The North Branch CafeSharon has gathered some wonderful wines to serve with and around your holiday dinners. It will be alongside our ArtWalk with a new exhibit by Becky Parker. Come through the cafe, enjoy the fleeting moments and liminal spaces of this group art in motion. Then move into the tasting room and learn from our wine master, Sharon Allen. Orders may be place for these wines or others with full case discounts.
Slaphappy Santa Christmas Spectacular
6:30pm-10:30pm Slaphappy Santa Christmas SpectacularJoin a line up of 13 amazing musicians including a full horn set and large lineup of vocalists playing a raucous set of swing, blues, and rock designed to make you MOVE! Appetizers and treats, plus a cash bar at the newly opened Montpelier Performing Arts Hub. This is a FUNDRAISER for the Hub where donations will be graciously accepted on the night. 18+ event
The Flower Haus second fundraiser
7:00pm-10:00pm The Flower Haus second fundraiserJoin us at the North Branch Cafe for delicious handcrafted herbal mocktails, local business raffles, art, tarot, burlesque, drag, poetry and more! The Flower Haus is a late night herbal mocktail lounge and community event space trying to open in town! Raffles from Aromed, Magpie and Tiger, Splash Naturals, Mojo Jomo , Kaleidoscope Art Shop, Of The Earth Massage, and local beloved artist - Maggie Morris More info on instagram @theflowerhausvt
Downtown Montpelier Cocoa Crawl
8:00am-5:00pm Downtown Montpelier Cocoa CrawlWhat's more cozy than a mug of hot chocolate, chocolate sweets, and anything with chocolate. Montpelier downtown businesses feature their chocolate offerings, along with live music through the day in our downtown cafes!
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Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi Parham
10:00am-3:00pm Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi ParhamStop by the NBNC Yurt between 10 am – 3 pm for a series of activities led by Visiting Teacher Naturalist, Dr. Opeyemi Parham! This day will feature crafting paper cranes, sharing books and stories, as well as time for song.
Basics of Dreamwork
3:00pm-5:00pm Basics of DreamworkWhat are dreams? And what might their confounding messages offer us in the way of spiritual growth? Please join us for a restful and informative afternoon with Rebecca Hill as we explore a transpersonal approach to working with dreams.
How to Love a Forest: Discussion & Book Launch with Ethan Tapper
6:30pm-8:00pm How to Love a Forest: Discussion & Book Launch with Ethan TapperIn How to Love a Forest, forester and author Ethan Tapper helps us reimagine what forests are and what it means to care for them. He argues that the actions we must take to protect ecosystems are often counterintuitive, uncomfortable, even heartbreaking. With striking prose, he shows how bittersweet acts—like loving deer and hunting them, loving trees and felling them—can be expressions of compassion. Hosted in partnership with Bear Pond Books.
Two For Christmas - A Staged Reading
7:00pm-9:00pm Two For Christmas - A Staged ReadingVermont’s award-winning professional theater presents favorite poet/playwright David Budbill’s wondrous and whacky “Two for Christmas” in a new version emphasizing enjoyment for the whole family. An unique alternative to The Christmas Carol, Two For Christmas is two shows in one! Travel back in time to 1479 England in “The Second Shepherds Play,” —and end up 500 years later in Budbill’s mythical Judevine with Antoine, Doug, Arnie, and Tommy in “The Pulp Cutters’ Nativity.” Wednesday, & Thursday, December 11 & 12! Cost $10 - $26 Available as digital recording through December 31, 2024!
Homeless Camping on Public Property. City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson
7:00pm-8:30pm Homeless Camping on Public Property. City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. JohnsonThe League of Women Voters of Vermont, in partnership with Kellogg-Hubbard Library presents the second in its 2024-25 Lecture Series on Recent Supreme Court Decisions. This season we look at potental impacts of five important decisions issued since 2022. The program presents Frank Knaack, Executive Director of the Housing and Homelessness Alliance of Vermont (HHAV) and Falko Schilling, Advocacy Director with ACLU Vermont who will discuss the June, 2024 Supreme Court decision upholding ordinances in the Oregon city of Grants Pass that prohibit people who are homeless from using blankets, pillows, or cardboard boxes for protection from the elements while sleeping within city limits. This will be a virtual presentation. You may send questions in advance to [email protected], or through Chat during the event. To register for this talk go to https://kellogghubbard.org/calendar/lwv-homeless/.
Rare Whiskey Tasting and Pairing
5:45pm-7:30pm Rare Whiskey Tasting and PairingJoin us for a pre-holiday gathering featuring some of the rarest and most sought after whiskies in America along with expert food pairings from our chef. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and sample of our newest rye whiskey - Phyllis & Her Walk in the Woods: PX Sherry Cask.
Community Sound Bath Meditation
6:30pm-7:30pm Community Sound Bath MeditationEnjoy a sound guided meditation featuring planetary gongs, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls and pyramid, drums, various bells and chimes. Ryan Mussen utilizes binaural beats, intuitive playing and Buddhist meditation techniques in order to achieve a meditative state in those present. This is a community event by cash donation! Please register online as we expect this event to fill up.
Intentional Community Meeting
5:00pm-7:00pm Intentional Community MeetingOpen community meeting! Dare to discover, celebrate and share your radical aliveness in a newly forming residential community in Montpelier. For more info: [email protected] 802-224-6301 RSVP helpful but not required.
Dry Bar Tasting
4:00pm-6:00pm Dry Bar TastingWhatcha doing this Friday? Well, cancel those plans and get down here to the shop. We will be partnering up with Phil Christian from @802_distributors for an alcohol free wine and dry cocktail tasting. Whether you are looking for a festive alternative during the holidays, stocking up for dry January, or just curious what all the “buzz” is about, then come check out our selections of sophisticated and delicious offerings.
Blossom Holiday Market
12:00pm-5:00pm Blossom Holiday MarketThe annual Blossom Holiday Market returns for its 4th year! It's such a dream to bring these craftspeople together, highlighting Central VT's wealth of talent across so many different traditions and creative outlets. This opportunity to shop high-quality gifts and crafts is NOT to be missed!
Twins Meetup
10:00am-12:00pm Twins MeetupCalling all parents of twin babies! Whether you're navigating the joys and challenges of raising two little ones or simply looking for a supportive community, this meetup is for you. Connect with other twin parents, share experiences, swap tips, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Join us if you’re parenting multiples, have raised multiples, or if you’re a multiple yourself. Sign up here: https://www.goodbeginningscentralvt.org/?page_id=46569&et_fb=1&PageSpeed=off , email [email protected], or simply show up!
Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi Parham
10:00am-2:00pm Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi ParhamThis open house with Visiting Teacher Naturalist, Dr. Opeyemi Parham will provide the opportunity to connect around the ideas of healing artists through nature connection. Join Dr. Opeyemi for a participatory performance piece at noon, Dr. O’s Medicine Show, featuring audience participation and interaction.
31st Annual Solidarity Craft Fair
9:00am-3:00pm 31st Annual Solidarity Craft FairShop from 20 local and international craftspeople, as well as the art, innovation lab and sustainability students at Main Street Middle School at the 31st Annual Solidarity Craft Fair. Homemade lunch and baked goods are available. Look for the huge silent auction in the back. (Auction closes at 1pm). Auction and food sales ensure that all 8th graders at Main Street Middle School's are able to participate in the class trip to Boston. Questions? Write us at [email protected]
Charlie O's Bizarre Bazaar Holiday Market
3:00pm-6:00pm Charlie O's Bizarre Bazaar Holiday MarketIt’s Charlie-O’s 4th Annual Bizarre Bazaar! Crafts & Gifts for sale by members of our community. Grab a drink and support your local artists! Please email [email protected] if you are interested in participating!
Young Tradition Vermont Touring Group
7:00pm-9:00pm Young Tradition Vermont Touring GroupEnjoy an evening of traditional New England folk music from the Young Tradition Vermont Touring Group, Sugar in the Pan, and Ethan Tischler and Elsie Gawler. Reserve your ticket here: https://mpah.ludus.com/
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“A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story” performed by Willem Lange
3:00pm-4:30pm “A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story” performed by Willem LangeFamed & beloved Yankee storyteller Willem Lange is back once again - Live and On Stage (and livestreamed) at Lost Nation Theater performing his reading of "A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story" by Charles Dickens. Lange uses the cutting of the novel Dickens himself used when performing the tale.Emmy-winner Lange’s tradition of reading Dickens’ Christmas Carol began in 1975. He always performs to benefit “The Haven” in the Upper Valley. In addition to Lange donating his fee to The Haven, LNT will donate a percentage of its proceeds to Just Basics Food Pantry and Good Samaritan. COST: $20 General/ $15 Students & Seniors / $10 Youth (under 12). $20 Live-Stream & On-Demand. The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this situation.
Yin Yoga & Myofascial Release
12:00pm-1:30pm Yin Yoga & Myofascial ReleaseYin Yoga is a passive form of yoga practice that targets the deeper connective tissues of the body (ligaments, joints, bones, cartilage, & the deep fascia networks of the body). In this unique yin workshop, students will participate in the down regulation of their nervous system while opening to the release of the physiological fascial networks, which are often a culprit of chronic tension in the body through contraction as we age. Working directly with fascial tissue through yin yoga will encourage the cells of our connective tissues to reorganize in a skillful and health-promoting way. Beginner friendly!
Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi Parham
12:00pm-2:00pm Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi ParhamThis gathering time in the yurt with Visiting Teacher Naturalist, Dr. Opeyemi Parham will include a noon – 1 pm Hour of Song. Join together to sing and connect, as Dr. O will be gathering folks in the yurt this winter for songs on some Sundays.
Montpelier Community Carol Sing
4:30pm-6:00pm Montpelier Community Carol SingAll are welcome to Montpelier's 51st Community Carol Sing, featuring a holiday carol sing-along, and performances by David Ruffin, traditional music ensemble "North Branch" (Susan Reid and Kenric Kite, fiddles; Grant Orenstein, guitar,) and a combined 40 member choir. Admission is free! Donations will be accepted for the Good Samaritan Haven. The Unitarian Church is happy to report that their new elevator is now installed and working, so the event is fully accessible!
Illumination Night
5:30pm-6:30pm Illumination NightPlease join us for Illumination Night on Tuesday, December 17. The event will be co-hosted by VCFA, Greenway Institute & the Montpelier Performing Arts Hub. We will meet at the fountain in front of College Hall at 5:30pm to sing holiday carols and then move indoors to the Montpelier Performing Arts Hub (35 College Street) for a celebration with desserts, warm beverages and live music.
Glow Walk over the Seven Illuminated Bridges
5:30pm-7:00pm Glow Walk over the Seven Illuminated BridgesTo celebrate the season and to promote the importance of being bright at night, the Complete Streets Committee is hosting a "Glow Walk" It will visit all seven of Montpelier's newly-lighted bridges. Participants are encouraged to wear reflective bands and vests and to drape themselves with as many lights as possible. Have fun dressing for this outing! Questions? Email Nancy Schulz: [email protected]
Nine lessons and Carols
7:00pm-9:00pm Nine lessons and CarolsPatterned after the beloved Christmas Eve tradition from Kings College Cambridge, Nine Lessons and Carols offers readings, music of the season for organ and choir, and carol singing in the historic sanctuary on State Street. Free. Everyone is welcome.
Cocktail Class, hot cocktails for the Holidayss
6:00pm-7:30pm Cocktail Class, hot cocktails for the HolidayssA hot toddy is a classic “comfort cocktail," perfect for cold nights and curling up by the fire. But it’s not the only delicious hot cocktail option! Please join us to celebrate the hot cocktail season. We’ll share some of our favorite toddy variations and walk you through the elements of a balanced, flavorful hot cocktail that is sure to delight. Each guest will learn to make (and enjoy!) two cocktails, along with complimentary bar snacks. Only 15 spots are available for this intimate learning experience!
Porchetta and Polenta Pop Up at Woodbelly Pizza
4:00pm-8:00pm Porchetta and Polenta Pop Up at Woodbelly PizzaCome by Woodbelly Thursday for a delicious night of plated food and art! The porchetta and polenta will be melt in your mouth tender and satisfying. Seatings are available at 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
Onion RIver Chorus Winter Concert
7:30pm-9:00pm Onion RIver Chorus Winter ConcertIn a program featuring “Frostiana” by American composer Randall Thompson, the Onion River Chorus will be presenting their winter concert on December 21 at 7:30 pm and December 22 at 4:00 pm. There will be a reception following the Sunday concert, with proceeds to benefit the Montpelier Food Pantry. Onion River Chorus is happy to offer special admission pricing for this concert. Suggested admission is $25 or “pay what you can” at the door. Advance tickets are available at sevendaystickets.com for $25 only. As always, 18 and under are free. The 60-member chorus, now directed by Richard Riley, has presented unique programs for 45 years. In this concert, the chorus presents a typically diverse program with not only “Frostiana”, which is one of the most frequently-performed choral masterworks of the 20th century, but also two masterworks from 2010 by the Latvian composer Erik Esenwalds. The concert will also include three settings of the text “Ave Maris Stella” (“Hail, Star of the Sea”), as well as Thompson’s most famous work, “Alleluia,” first sung at the Tanglewood Music Festival in 1940. Lynnette Combs, long time friend and accompanist of the Onion River Chorus, will accompany the chorus on piano in “Frostiana” and other works.
Procrastinators Delux Holiday Market
11:00am-5:00pm Procrastinators Delux Holiday MarketCalling all Procrastinators! We like to save what's best for last, right!??!? Come down to Woodbelly Pizza and Rocket Leather Craft for a craft fair that you don't want to miss! We will have 10+ vendors selling a variety of items!
Onion RIver Chorus Winter Concert
4:00pm-6:00pm Onion RIver Chorus Winter ConcertSee Dec 21st for details about the concert
The Lighting of the Menorah at the Vermont State House
4:30pm-6:00pm The Lighting of the Menorah at the Vermont State HouseEveryone is invited at sunset (5:00pm) to join Governor Scott and Jewish Community leaders for the annual lighting of the Vermont State House Menorah to celebrate Chanukah on Thursday, December 26. Following the lighting ceremony, join the Governor inside the State House for a story book reading and light refreshments. Free and open to all.
Winter Holistic Self Care and Restorative Yoga with Hope
5:00pm-7:00pm Winter Holistic Self Care and Restorative Yoga with HopeJoin Hope for a nourishing end to 2024! In this workshop we’ll begin to explore winter holistic self care through herbalism and nutrition, gentle and restorative yoga as well as yoga nidra (yogic sleep meditation).
New Year's Eve Dinner at Barr Hill
5:00pm-9:00pm New Year's Eve Dinner at Barr HillPlease join us to celebrate New Year's Eve at Barr Hill for a pre-fixe dinner of 5 delightful courses. These will be paired with cocktails of your choice from our menu (for an additional cost). We are offering 2 seatings at 5pm and 7pm with limited reservations, so book your spot now! Please email [email protected] to let us know if you have any dietary accommodations by December 27th. Cost: $75pp + Tax and a 20% gratuity. Cocktails are additional. We will have our "Gin"-Ter Wonderland pop up bar open from 3pm-8pm for cocktails and light snacks and no reservations are needed. Cheers! Hope to celebrate the New Year with you and your friends and family!
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All Brains Belong's 3rd Annual Virtual New Year's Eve Celebration
5:00pm-7:45pm All Brains Belong's 3rd Annual Virtual New Year's Eve CelebrationWe invite you to join us for our 3rd Annual Virtual New Year's Eve Celebration! For the past 3 years, we've been providing an alternative to loud, crowded in-person environments so that nobody has to be left out, or left behind, on New Year's Eve. Join us for live music, other performances, and a range of activities for all ages including arts and crafts, stuffed animals dance party, and illustration karaoke. It's a low demand environment where folks are welcome to participate in their own way. Video on or off, no eye contact or small talk required.
Community Dinner
5:00pm-6:30pm Community DinnerA community dinner celebrating good food and togetherness by Access Café. This dinner is open to all and features two made from scratch stews (both GF, one vegan) over rice or polenta. Sliding scale $15-$30, please visit our website for tickets or just show up day of ready to enjoy locally sourced, nourishing food in a sweet place. *no one turned away for lack of funds*
New Year's Eve Dance Party w/ Dave Keller Band
7:00pm-11:59pm New Year's Eve Dance Party w/ Dave Keller BandCome celebrate New Year's Eve with The Dave Keller Band. Dynamic Soul and Blues with the internationally-touring musician and his band. Advance tickets $25 online at ticket link below. Advance tickets strongly suggested, as this is an intimate venue. Any tickets left will be available at the door, day of show, for $30 "I really like what you do." - Taj Mahal "A magnificent Soul singer." - Elmore Magazine Featured in Rolling Stone (FR) and USA Today 3X Blues Music Award nominee Best Soul Blues Album
Roaring 20's New Year's Eve Bash at Three Penny Taproom
11:00am-11:59pm Roaring 20's New Year's Eve Bash at Three Penny TaproomIncredible dinner & drink specials! DJ Xav Wax all night! period dress highly encouraged! passed hors d'oeuvres! champagne toast at midnight!
New Year's Portal
8:00pm-11:59pm New Year's PortalJoin us at Access Cafe to welcome in another spiral around the Sun. This magical night will include DJ King Crouch, gifting us the rhythm, Taíno Kitchen, blessing us with amazing desserts & fritters, and Prophecy Chocolate's delicious drinking chocolate flowing in our cups. See you there!
Thu Dec 5
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
The Lighting of the Vermont State Christmas Tree
Thursday Dec 5th 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm@ Vermont State House
All are welcome to join Governor Phil Scott for the 2024 Lighting of the State Christmas Tree. Joining the Governor on the grounds of the State House will be musicians, animals, and wagon rides. The Barre American Legion Post 10 has donated the beautiful 40-foot Colorado Blue Spruce. The tree will serve as a REMEMBRANCE throughout the season—honoring all Vermont Veterans who have served their country. An indoor reception will follow, as well as the Governor reading “The Night Before Christmas” to the kids.
Fri Dec 6
4:30 pm to 7:00 pm
RESPITE & REMEMBRANCE"– Works on Paper by Daryl Burtnett. at the VT Supreme Court Gallery
Friday Dec 6th 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm@ Vermont Supreme Court Gallery
Montpelier Art Walk - Reception! Free and Open to the Public.
Presented by the Vermont State Curator’s office: At the Vermont Supreme Court Gallery, “RESPITE & REMEMBRANCE" – Pandemic to Present - Works on Paper by Daryl Burtnett. Burtnett exhibits two parallel bodies of work made since 2020. The over 1, 227 small pieces installed on large panels were made in remembrance, day by day in most cases, to represent every Vermonter lost to Covid. Many of these dynamic pieces will be displayed on 4x8ft panels. Exhibit on view until December 20, 2024
Fri Dec 6
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
T.W. Wood Gallery Presents: 10x10” Members Exhibition - Montpelier Art Walk Opening Reception
Friday Dec 6th 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ T.W. Wood Art Gallery, Barre Street, Montpelier
Fri Dec 6
4:00 pm to 8:00 am
OPENING RECEPTION at the T.W. Wood Art Gallery: MOVEMENT an Installation by Janet Van Fleet
Friday Dec 6th 4:00 pm to 8:00 am@ T.W. Wood Gallery, Barre Street, Montpelier
Montpelier Art Walk - Opening Reception presents: MOVEMENT, a site-specific installation by Cabot artist Janet Van Fleet. This powerful exhibit, created with found objects and natural materials -- salvaged by the artist from what she calls the “planetary dumpster” -- explores themes of change, transformation, and the passage of time. Exhibition on view from Dec. 2 - Jan. 28, 2025
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, noon-4 PM.
Fri Dec 6
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Holiday Wine Tasting with Art Walk at The North Branch Cafe
Friday Dec 6th 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ 41 State Street
Sharon has gathered some wonderful wines to serve with and around your holiday dinners. It will be alongside our ArtWalk with a new exhibit by Becky Parker. Come through the cafe, enjoy the fleeting moments and liminal spaces of this group art in motion. Then move into the tasting room and learn from our wine master, Sharon Allen. Orders may be place for these wines or others with full case discounts.
Sat Dec 7
6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Slaphappy Santa Christmas Spectacular
Saturday Dec 7th 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm@ Montpelier Performing Arts Hub
Join a line up of 13 amazing musicians including a full horn set and large lineup of vocalists playing a raucous set of swing, blues, and rock designed to make you MOVE! Appetizers and treats, plus a cash bar at the newly opened Montpelier Performing Arts Hub. This is a FUNDRAISER for the Hub where donations will be graciously accepted on the night. 18+ event
Sat Dec 7
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The Flower Haus second fundraiser
Saturday Dec 7th 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm@ the North Branch Cafe, montpelier VT
Join us at the North Branch Cafe for delicious handcrafted herbal mocktails, local business raffles, art, tarot, burlesque, drag, poetry and more! The Flower Haus is a late night herbal mocktail lounge and community event space trying to open in town! Raffles from Aromed, Magpie and Tiger, Splash Naturals, Mojo Jomo , Kaleidoscope Art Shop, Of The Earth Massage, and local beloved artist - Maggie Morris
More info on instagram @theflowerhausvt
Sat Dec 7
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Downtown Montpelier Cocoa Crawl
Saturday Dec 7th 8:00 am to 5:00 pm@ throughout downtown Montpelier
What's more cozy than a mug of hot chocolate, chocolate sweets, and anything with chocolate. Montpelier downtown businesses feature their chocolate offerings, along with live music through the day in our downtown cafes!
Sat Dec 7
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi Parham
Saturday Dec 7th 10:00 am to 3:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
Stop by the NBNC Yurt between 10 am – 3 pm for a series of activities led by Visiting Teacher Naturalist, Dr. Opeyemi Parham! This day will feature crafting paper cranes, sharing books and stories, as well as time for song.
Sun Dec 8
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Basics of Dreamwork
Sunday Dec 8th 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm@ Blossom Wellness Center 7 Main St Montpelier VT
What are dreams? And what might their confounding messages offer us in the way of spiritual growth? Please join us for a restful and informative afternoon with Rebecca Hill as we explore a transpersonal approach to working with dreams.
Sun Dec 8
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Photos with Santa Fin
Sunday Dec 8th 11:00 am to 1:00 pm@ Guy's Farm and Yard, Montpelier
Join us for a fun afternoon! Bring your pet and have their photo taken with Barre's own Santa Fin!
Tue Dec 10
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
How to Love a Forest: Discussion & Book Launch with Ethan Tapper
Tuesday Dec 10th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
In How to Love a Forest, forester and author Ethan Tapper helps us reimagine what forests are and what it means to care for them. He argues that the actions we must take to protect ecosystems are often counterintuitive, uncomfortable, even heartbreaking. With striking prose, he shows how bittersweet acts—like loving deer and hunting them, loving trees and felling them—can be expressions of compassion.
Hosted in partnership with Bear Pond Books.
Wed Dec 11
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Two For Christmas - A Staged Reading
Wednesday Dec 11th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Vermont’s award-winning professional theater presents favorite poet/playwright David Budbill’s wondrous and whacky “Two for Christmas” in a new version emphasizing enjoyment for the whole family. An unique alternative to The Christmas Carol, Two For Christmas is two shows in one! Travel back in time to 1479 England in “The Second Shepherds Play,” —and end up 500 years later in Budbill’s mythical Judevine with Antoine, Doug, Arnie, and Tommy in “The Pulp Cutters’ Nativity.” Wednesday, & Thursday, December 11 & 12! Cost $10 - $26
Available as digital recording through December 31, 2024!
Wed Dec 11
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Homeless Camping on Public Property. City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson
Wednesday Dec 11th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm@ online
Thu Dec 12
5:45 pm to 7:30 pm
Rare Whiskey Tasting and Pairing
Thursday Dec 12th 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm@ 116 Gin Ln Montpelier VT 05602
Join us for a pre-holiday gathering featuring some of the rarest and most sought after whiskies in America along with expert food pairings from our chef. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and sample of our newest rye whiskey - Phyllis & Her Walk in the Woods: PX Sherry Cask.
Fri Dec 13
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Community Sound Bath Meditation
Friday Dec 13th 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm@ Blossom Wellness Center 7 Main St Montpelier VT
Enjoy a sound guided meditation featuring planetary gongs, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls and pyramid, drums, various bells and chimes. Ryan Mussen utilizes binaural beats, intuitive playing and Buddhist meditation techniques in order to achieve a meditative state in those present. This is a community event by cash donation! Please register online as we expect this event to fill up.
Fri Dec 13
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Intentional Community Meeting
Friday Dec 13th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ Access Cafe 64 Main St. Montpelier.
Open community meeting!
Dare to discover, celebrate and share your radical aliveness in a newly forming residential community in Montpelier.
For more info: [email protected]
802-224-6301
RSVP helpful but not required.
Fri Dec 13
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Dry Bar Tasting
Friday Dec 13th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm@ 15 State St
Whatcha doing this Friday? Well, cancel those plans and get down here to the shop. We will be partnering up with Phil Christian from @802_distributors for an alcohol free wine and dry cocktail tasting. Whether you are looking for a festive alternative during the holidays, stocking up for dry January, or just curious what all the “buzz” is about, then come check out our selections of sophisticated and delicious offerings.
Sat Dec 14
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Blossom Holiday Market
Saturday Dec 14th 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm@ Blossom Wellness Center 7 Main St Montpelier VT
The annual Blossom Holiday Market returns for its 4th year! It's such a dream to bring these craftspeople together, highlighting Central VT's wealth of talent across so many different traditions and creative outlets. This opportunity to shop high-quality gifts and crafts is NOT to be missed!
Sat Dec 14
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Twins Meetup
Saturday Dec 14th 10:00 am to 12:00 pm@ Noble Hall, 39 College St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Calling all parents of twin babies! Whether you're navigating the joys and challenges of raising two little ones or simply looking for a supportive community, this meetup is for you. Connect with other twin parents, share experiences, swap tips, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Join us if you’re parenting multiples, have raised multiples, or if you’re a multiple yourself. Sign up here: https://www.goodbeginningscentralvt.org/?page_id=46569&et_fb=1&PageSpeed=off , email [email protected], or simply show up!
Sat Dec 14
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi Parham
Saturday Dec 14th 10:00 am to 2:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
This open house with Visiting Teacher Naturalist, Dr. Opeyemi Parham will provide the opportunity to connect around the ideas of healing artists through nature connection. Join Dr. Opeyemi for a participatory performance piece at noon, Dr. O’s Medicine Show, featuring audience participation and interaction.
Sat Dec 14
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
31st Annual Solidarity Craft Fair
Saturday Dec 14th 9:00 am to 3:00 pm@ Unitarian Church
Shop from 20 local and international craftspeople, as well as the art, innovation lab and sustainability students at Main Street Middle School at the 31st Annual Solidarity Craft Fair. Homemade lunch and baked goods are available. Look for the huge silent auction in the back. (Auction closes at 1pm). Auction and food sales ensure that all 8th graders at Main Street Middle School's are able to participate in the class trip to Boston. Questions? Write us at [email protected]
Sat Dec 14
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Charlie O's Bizarre Bazaar Holiday Market
Saturday Dec 14th 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm@ Charlie O's World Famous
It’s Charlie-O’s 4th Annual Bizarre Bazaar! Crafts & Gifts for sale by members of our community. Grab a drink and support your local artists!
Please email [email protected] if you are interested in participating!
Sat Dec 14
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Horse Drawn Wagon Rides
Saturday Dec 14th 10:00 am to 2:00 pm@ corner of State and Elm Street
Downtown Horse drawn wagon rides to celebrate the holidays!
Sat Dec 14
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Young Tradition Vermont Touring Group
Saturday Dec 14th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ 35 College Street, Montpelier, VT
Enjoy an evening of traditional New England folk music from the Young Tradition Vermont Touring Group, Sugar in the Pan, and Ethan Tischler and Elsie Gawler.
Reserve your ticket here: https://mpah.ludus.com/
Sun Dec 15
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
“A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story” performed by Willem Lange
Sunday Dec 15th 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm@ Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602
Sun Dec 15
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Yin Yoga & Myofascial Release
Sunday Dec 15th 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm@ Blossom Wellness Center 7 Main St Montpelier VT
Yin Yoga is a passive form of yoga practice that targets the deeper connective tissues of the body (ligaments, joints, bones, cartilage, & the deep fascia networks of the body). In this unique yin workshop, students will participate in the down regulation of their nervous system while opening to the release of the physiological fascial networks, which are often a culprit of chronic tension in the body through contraction as we age. Working directly with fascial tissue through yin yoga will encourage the cells of our connective tissues to reorganize in a skillful and health-promoting way. Beginner friendly!
Sun Dec 15
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Visiting Teacher-Naturalist Open House with Dr. Opeyemi Parham
Sunday Dec 15th 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm@ North Branch Nature Center
This gathering time in the yurt with Visiting Teacher Naturalist, Dr. Opeyemi Parham will include a noon – 1 pm Hour of Song. Join together to sing and connect, as Dr. O will be gathering folks in the yurt this winter for songs on some Sundays.
Sun Dec 15
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Montpelier Community Carol Sing
Sunday Dec 15th 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm@ Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 130 Main St
All are welcome to Montpelier's 51st Community Carol Sing, featuring a holiday carol sing-along, and performances by David Ruffin, traditional music ensemble "North Branch" (Susan Reid and Kenric Kite, fiddles; Grant Orenstein, guitar,) and a combined 40 member choir.
Admission is free! Donations will be accepted for the Good Samaritan Haven. The Unitarian Church is happy to report that their new elevator is now installed and working, so the event is fully accessible!
Tue Dec 17
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Illumination Night
Tuesday Dec 17th 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm@ 35 & 36 College Street, Montpelier
Please join us for Illumination Night on Tuesday, December 17. The event will be co-hosted by VCFA, Greenway Institute & the Montpelier Performing Arts Hub. We will meet at the fountain in front of College Hall at 5:30pm to sing holiday carols and then move indoors to the Montpelier Performing Arts Hub (35 College Street) for a celebration with desserts, warm beverages and live music.
Wed Dec 18
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Glow Walk over the Seven Illuminated Bridges
Wednesday Dec 18th 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm@ meet in front of Kellogg Hubbard Library
To celebrate the season and to promote the importance of being bright at night, the Complete Streets Committee is hosting a "Glow Walk" It will visit all seven of Montpelier's newly-lighted bridges. Participants are encouraged to wear reflective bands and vests and to drape themselves with as many lights as possible. Have fun dressing for this outing! Questions? Email Nancy Schulz: [email protected]
Thu Dec 19
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Nine lessons and Carols
Thursday Dec 19th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Christ Church Episcopal 64 State St Montpelier
Patterned after the beloved Christmas Eve tradition from Kings College Cambridge, Nine Lessons and Carols offers readings, music of the season for organ and choir, and carol singing in the historic sanctuary on State Street. Free. Everyone is welcome.
Thu Dec 19
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Cocktail Class, hot cocktails for the Holidayss
Thursday Dec 19th 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm@ Barr Hill, 17 Gin Lane, Montpelier
A hot toddy is a classic “comfort cocktail," perfect for cold nights and curling up by the fire. But it’s not the only delicious hot cocktail option! Please join us to celebrate the hot cocktail season. We’ll share some of our favorite toddy variations and walk you through the elements of a balanced, flavorful hot cocktail that is sure to delight. Each guest will learn to make (and enjoy!) two cocktails, along with complimentary bar snacks. Only 15 spots are available for this intimate learning experience!
Thu Dec 19
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Porchetta and Polenta Pop Up at Woodbelly Pizza
Thursday Dec 19th 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ 79 Barre St Montpelier
Come by Woodbelly Thursday for a delicious night of plated food and art! The porchetta and polenta will be melt in your mouth tender and satisfying. Seatings are available at 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
Sat Dec 21
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Onion RIver Chorus Winter Concert
Saturday Dec 21st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm@ Unitarian Church of Montpelier
Sat Dec 21
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Procrastinators Delux Holiday Market
Saturday Dec 21st 11:00 am to 5:00 pm@ 79 Barre St and 89 Barre Street Montpelier: Woodbelly Pizza and Rocket Leathercraft
Calling all Procrastinators! We like to save what's best for last, right!??!? Come down to Woodbelly Pizza and Rocket Leather Craft for a craft fair that you don't want to miss! We will have 10+ vendors selling a variety of items!
Sun Dec 22
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Onion RIver Chorus Winter Concert
Sunday Dec 22nd 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm@ Unitarian Church of Montpelier
See Dec 21st for details about the concert
Thu Dec 26
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
The Lighting of the Menorah at the Vermont State House
Thursday Dec 26th 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm@ The Vermont State House
Everyone is invited at sunset (5:00pm) to join Governor Scott and Jewish Community leaders for the annual lighting of the Vermont State House Menorah to celebrate Chanukah on Thursday, December 26. Following the lighting ceremony, join the Governor inside the State House for a story book reading and light refreshments.
Free and open to all.
Sat Dec 28
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Winter Holistic Self Care and Restorative Yoga with Hope
Saturday Dec 28th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ Blossom Wellness Center 7 Main St Montpelier VT
Join Hope for a nourishing end to 2024! In this workshop we’ll begin to explore winter holistic self care through herbalism and nutrition, gentle and restorative yoga as well as yoga nidra (yogic sleep meditation).
Tue Dec 31
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
New Year's Eve Dinner at Barr Hill
Tuesday Dec 31st 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ 116 Gin Lane, Montpelier, VT 05602
Tue Dec 31
5:00 pm to 7:45 pm
All Brains Belong's 3rd Annual Virtual New Year's Eve Celebration
Tuesday Dec 31st 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm@ Virtual on ZOOM
We invite you to join us for our 3rd Annual Virtual New Year's Eve Celebration! For the past 3 years, we've been providing an alternative to loud, crowded in-person environments so that nobody has to be left out, or left behind, on New Year's Eve. Join us for live music, other performances, and a range of activities for all ages including arts and crafts, stuffed animals dance party, and illustration karaoke. It's a low demand environment where folks are welcome to participate in their own way. Video on or off, no eye contact or small talk required.
Tue Dec 31
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Community Dinner
Tuesday Dec 31st 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm@ 64 Main St Montpelier
A community dinner celebrating good food and togetherness by Access Café. This dinner is open to all and features two made from scratch stews (both GF, one vegan) over rice or polenta. Sliding scale $15-$30, please visit our website for tickets or just show up day of ready to enjoy locally sourced, nourishing food in a sweet place. *no one turned away for lack of funds*
Tue Dec 31
7:00 pm to 11:59 pm
New Year's Eve Dance Party w/ Dave Keller Band
Tuesday Dec 31st 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm@ Bent Nails Bistro, 4 Langdon St, Montpelier, VT
Come celebrate New Year's Eve with The Dave Keller Band. Dynamic Soul and Blues with the internationally-touring musician and his band.
Advance tickets $25 online at ticket link below. Advance tickets strongly suggested, as this is an intimate venue.
Any tickets left will be available at the door, day of show, for $30
"I really like what you do." - Taj Mahal
"A magnificent Soul singer." - Elmore Magazine
Featured in Rolling Stone (FR) and USA Today
3X Blues Music Award nominee Best Soul Blues Album
Tue Dec 31
11:00 am to 11:59 pm
Roaring 20's New Year's Eve Bash at Three Penny Taproom
Tuesday Dec 31st 11:00 am to 11:59 pm@ Three Penny Taproom
Incredible dinner & drink specials! DJ Xav Wax all night! period dress highly encouraged! passed hors d'oeuvres! champagne toast at midnight!
Tue Dec 31
8:00 pm to 11:59 pm
New Year's Portal
Tuesday Dec 31st 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm@ Access Cafe, 64 Main St
Join us at Access Cafe to welcome in another spiral around the Sun. This magical night will include DJ King Crouch, gifting us the rhythm, Taíno Kitchen, blessing us with amazing desserts & fritters, and Prophecy Chocolate's delicious drinking chocolate flowing in our cups. See you there!
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