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VNRC Presents "Mapping the Wilderness", artwork by Jill Madden
12:00am-12:00am VNRC Presents "Mapping the Wilderness", artwork by Jill MaddenFrom July through September, VNRC is proud to present artwork from Jill Madden of Weybridge. Madden's exhibit, "Mapping the Wilderness", a mixture of oil paintings on linen and gouache paintings on watercolor paper, explores the unique wilderness areas of the Green Mountains. This swath of mountains, rivers and forest along the spine of the Green Mountains has become Madden's primary studio space, with shifting seasons, light sources, temperatures and textures providing daily challenges and highlighting the contrasts that often exist between experience and memory. A recurring theme in these paintings is the strong sense of place and interconnectedness, especially evident in her work over topographic maps. In addition to their aesthetic value, Madden's scenic compositions also serve as a reminder of what we need to conserve. You can see more of her work at www.jillmadden.com. On Friday, August 5, VNRC will host an opening reception for Madden's exhibit to coincide with Montpelier Art Walk. Doors will be open to the public from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, and Jill will be onsite to talk about her methods and inspiration. Additional visiting hours during the work week are posted on our website. VNRC continues to seek out local artists whose work connects with or complements our mission to protect and enhance our natural environments and wildlife, vibrant communities, productive working landscapes, rural character and unique sense of place. For inquiries or to arrange a visit, contact Alex Connizzo at [email protected].
Capital City Band Concerts
7:00pm-8:00pm Capital City Band ConcertsCapital City Band Concerts Have Returned! Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm, June 15-August 17. If you’re a musician, come play with us! Bring a chair, a music stand and your instrument; music is provided- arrive no later than 6:45pm. Phone 456-7054 or email [email protected] for more information.
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Twangtown Paramours
12:00pm-1:00pm Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Twangtown ParamoursNashville-based husband-and-wife duo Mike T. Lewis and MaryBeth Zamer, known on stage as The Twangtown Paramours, have made a name for themselves defying boundaries with their award-winning catalogue of Americana, folk, and blues anthems. This concert is sponsored by Capital Copy and the Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Upstairs at Hugo's: Jesse Forrest
7:00am-9:00am Upstairs at Hugo's: Jesse ForrestJoin Jazz Fusion musician Jesse Forrest Upstairs at Hugo's Saturday night 7-9pm.
Art Walk, supported by Northfield Savings Bank
4:00pm-8:00pm Art Walk, supported by Northfield Savings BankMontpelier is bursting with art and creativity and Montpelier Alive's Art Walk, supported by Northfield Savings Bank, is the perfect way to enjoy it! Art Walk provides a fun and casual way to experience art, meet local artists, and explore downtown shops, restaurants, and galleries. "ArtWalk is a great way to experience Montpelier, see beautiful art, and visit wonderful shops and cafés. Try it!" -Eve, Montpelier Start at any venue and stop by as many participating venues as you like. Guidebooks will be available at participating venues.
New Music Uncaged: with Pianist Luke Rackers
6:00pm-7:00pm New Music Uncaged: with Pianist Luke RackersJoin pianist Luke Rackers, for New Music Uncaged, an evening of solo piano music outdoors at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library for Montpelier's Art Walk! Rackers will be performing new music by 21st Century composers who are published by Abundant Silence, a nonprofit new music organization that supports the work of living composers. Come experience relaxing and inspiring music on the lawn of the library (indoors if there is inclement weather). This event is sponsored by the Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier Alive, and the Festival for Creative Pianists.
Shidaa drumming demo at Art Walk
4:00pm-8:00pm Shidaa drumming demo at Art WalkShidaa will be doing a drumming demo and invite the public to try drumming during the August Art Walk. Find Shidaa in front of City Hall between 4-8pm. Visit their website for info on their programs: https://shidaa.com/
Upstairs at Hugo's: Jim Thompson on Piano
7:00pm-9:00pm Upstairs at Hugo's: Jim Thompson on PianoJoin Jim Thompson on piano at Hugo's Bar and Grill!
Point to Point powered by VSECU
12:30pm-7:00pm Point to Point powered by VSECUHelp fight record levels of hunger at the Point to Point Last month, the Vermont Foodbank fed 8,500 families—more than any other month in its 36-year history. Join Montpelier Alive at the 2022 Point to Point, powered by VSECU, to raise money for the Vermont Foodbank. Bring your bike or your running shoes to the State House Lawn on Saturday, August 6, to help fight hunger—and have fun doing it. With courses from one to 100 miles, music, beer, local food trucks, and a bouncy castle and games, the entire family can enjoy the Point to Point. Visit thepointtopoint.org to learn more, register, and support the Vermont Foodbank feeding thousands of families in need.
Upstairs at Hugo's: Abby Jenne
7:00pm-9:00pm Upstairs at Hugo's: Abby JenneJoin local songwriter Abby Jenne at Hugo's!
Capital City Band Concerts
7:00pm-8:00pm Capital City Band ConcertsCapital City Band Concerts Have Returned! Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm, June 15-August 17. If you’re a musician, come play with us! Bring a chair, a music stand and your instrument; music is provided- arrive no later than 6:45pm. Phone 456-7054 or email [email protected] for more information.
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Big Hat No Cattle
12:00pm-1:00pm Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Big Hat No CattleWith guitars, steel guitar, fiddle, and smooth vocals up front, Big Hat, No Cattle plays old and new songs with a vintage western vibe. Danceable and fun, western swing is a rich melting pot of styles, including swing-era jazz, honky-tonk country, frontier fiddle tunes, cowboy songs, and more.Based in Central Vermont, the quartet features a variety of songs and tunes that lift the spirits--and dancing feet-- in full western style. This concert is sponsored by Woodbury Mountain Toys and Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Writers for Recovery: Live reading
7:00pm-9:00pm Writers for Recovery: Live readingOn Saturday August 13 th 7pm at Bethany Church in Montpelier there will be a reading of writings written and presented by folks from the award-winning Writers for Recovery program. The evening is produced by Kingdom County Productions and will celebrate the launch of Writers for Recovery’s fifth anthology of best writings from 2022. We invite the public to join us at this event, listen to powerful and inspired poems and original writings based on the experiences of folks recovering from addiction. The evening is FREE to the public. No advance sales—please come to the door for tickets. In addition, singer, songwriter Mark Legrand will perform his award winning music as part of the evening’s celebration. Cake and beverages will be served and books will be available for sale. For more information go to www.writesrforrecovery.org
Capital City Band Concerts
7:00pm-8:00pm Capital City Band ConcertsCapital City Band Concerts Have Returned! Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm, June 15-August 17. If you’re a musician, come play with us! Bring a chair, a music stand and your instrument; music is provided- arrive no later than 6:45pm. Phone 456-7054 or email [email protected] for more information.
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Ras Moshe
12:00pm-1:00pm Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Ras MosheRas Moshe Burnett hails from Brooklyn NY from a family of Jazz musicians. His grandfather (Ted “Barnett” professionally) played in many big band formations of the late 30’s throughout the 60’s,and later wrote religious music for the New Caanan Baptist Church in Brooklyn. Ras has been playing in and leading bands for 20 years starting with Reggae bands in the Brooklyn area. Ras is a composer and multi-instrumentalist specializing in saxophone and flute. Sponsored by Capitol Grounds and 802 Coffee, and the Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Dog Day at the Pool
5:00pm-6:30pm Dog Day at the PoolWe are excited to announce that our Dog Day at the Pool is back! THERE IS NO RAIN DATE due to staffing issues. Event will be rain or shine, cancelled only if lightning or heavy rain predicted. Join in this fun once-a-year doggie swim at the Montpelier Pool! This much anticipated annual event is the only day of the year that the dogs are allowed to swim in the town pool. Admission is by monetary donation with a suggested family donation of $20. Every dollar raised goes to help us care for the animals at Central Vermont Humane Society.
Free Community Workshop: Writing Art-Inspired Poetry, Making "Ekphrasic Art"
6:00pm-7:00pm Free Community Workshop: Writing Art-Inspired Poetry, Making "Ekphrasic Art"With prompts from her solo exhibit, “PLEASE TOUCH! Exploring the Art & Feel of The Seen and The Unseen”, artist-poet JC Wayne of The Poartry Project will guide using art to inspire writing ekphrastic nature poetry and flipping ekphrasis on its head to create fantastical art in response to the exhibit's poems. No prior experience in poetry or art needed, all ages welcome!
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: D. Davis
12:00pm-1:00pm Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: D. DavisDavis performs with Red Hot Juba, The Larkspurs and Cookie’s Hot Club. He will cover classical and romantic guitar compositions from the 19th century and perform original compositions from his album “Hopeful.” This concert is sponsored by Central Vermont New Directions Coalition and Althea's Attic Boutique, and Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Summer Spice Gathering
11:00am-9:00pm Summer Spice GatheringThe Spice on Snow music festival is a multi-day celebration of roots and contemporary folk music usually in mid-winter. The festival will be celebrated in the summer this year as well, featuring outstanding Cajun and Old Time musicians from Louisiana and Southern Appalachia, together with premier touring folk musicians and regional performers. There are concerts, dances, workshops, family events, jam sessions and free performances in Montpelier, Vermont.
Community Health Education Fair
9:00am-1:00pm Community Health Education FairAmidst the ongoing stress to the health of our community, we invite you to join in a celebration of community health, featuring: Community organization tables: Learn about a wide range of community resources and programs. Free and open to the public. Health education presentations: Topics include family & youth mental health, "back to school" COVID safety best practices, Long COVID, and more. Personalized COVID vaccination clinic: Open to babies 6 months of age or older, kids, and adults for first, second, or booster vaccinations. Sponsored by the Vermont Department of Health. Registration helpful but not required. If you are a community organization interested in hosting a table, please contact Sara at [email protected] For more information, please visit https://allbrainsbelong.org/protect-kids
Voicing Art Poetry Reading + Call to Poets
2:00pm-3:00pm Voicing Art Poetry Reading + Call to PoetsPoets, word- and art-lovers come together to read and hear new poems written in response to the current Kellogg-Hubbard Children's Library art exhibit, "Peace in Our World". An inclusive, welcoming, family-friendly event open to all ages and experience levels (including none) to experience and build bridges of understanding through positive poetry. This event will be livestreamed via Zoom for participation from anywhere. Poetry submissions accepted through Friday, Aug 26th. See poartry.org/voicing-art for submission guidelines. Free event with registration required for both readers and listeners.
Mon Aug 1
12:00 am to 12:00 am
VNRC Presents "Mapping the Wilderness", artwork by Jill Madden
Monday Aug 1st 12:00 am to 12:00 am@ 11 Baldwin Street, Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: Arts and CultureSee & Do
Wed Aug 3
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Capital City Band Concerts
Wednesday Aug 3rd 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ State House Lawn, in front of Supreme Court Building, State St., Montpelier, VT, 05602
Categories: See & Do
Capital City Band Concerts Have Returned! Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm, June 15-August 17. If you’re a musician, come play with us! Bring a chair, a music stand and your instrument; music is provided- arrive no later than 6:45pm. Phone 456-7054 or email [email protected] for more information.
Thu Aug 4
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Twangtown Paramours
Thursday Aug 4th 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm@ Christ Episcopal Church Courtyard, 64 State Street, Montpelier, VT
Categories: Music and NightlifeArts and CultureSee & Do
Nashville-based husband-and-wife duo Mike T. Lewis and MaryBeth Zamer, known on stage as The Twangtown Paramours, have made a name for themselves defying boundaries with their award-winning catalogue of Americana, folk, and blues anthems. This concert is sponsored by Capital Copy and the Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Thu Aug 4
7:00 am to 9:00 am
Upstairs at Hugo's: Jesse Forrest
Thursday Aug 4th 7:00 am to 9:00 am@ Hugo's Bar and Grill, 118 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: Music and NightlifeArts and CultureSee & Do
Join Jazz Fusion musician Jesse Forrest Upstairs at Hugo's Saturday night 7-9pm.
Fri Aug 5
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Art Walk, supported by Northfield Savings Bank
Friday Aug 5th 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ Downtown Montpelier
Categories: Arts and CultureArts and Culture
Montpelier is bursting with art and creativity and Montpelier Alive's Art Walk, supported by Northfield Savings Bank, is the perfect way to enjoy it!
Art Walk provides a fun and casual way to experience art, meet local artists, and explore downtown shops, restaurants, and galleries.
"ArtWalk is a great way to experience Montpelier, see beautiful art, and visit wonderful shops and cafés. Try it!" -Eve, Montpelier
Start at any venue and stop by as many participating venues as you like. Guidebooks will be available at participating venues.
Fri Aug 5
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
New Music Uncaged: with Pianist Luke Rackers
Friday Aug 5th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ Kellogg Hubbard Library, Main St., Montpelier, VT
Categories: Arts and CultureSee & DoMusic and Nightlife
Join pianist Luke Rackers, for New Music Uncaged, an evening of solo piano music outdoors at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library for Montpelier's Art Walk!
Rackers will be performing new music by 21st Century composers who are published by Abundant Silence, a nonprofit new music organization that supports the work of living composers. Come experience relaxing and inspiring music on the lawn of the library (indoors if there is inclement weather).
This event is sponsored by the Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier Alive, and the Festival for Creative Pianists.
Fri Aug 5
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Shidaa drumming demo at Art Walk
Friday Aug 5th 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ City Hall Plaza, 39 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: See & DoMusic and NightlifeArts and Culture
Shidaa will be doing a drumming demo and invite the public to try drumming during the August Art Walk. Find Shidaa in front of City Hall between 4-8pm. Visit their website for info on their programs: https://shidaa.com/
Fri Aug 5
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Upstairs at Hugo's: Jim Thompson on Piano
Friday Aug 5th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Hugo's Bar and Grill, 118 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: Music and NightlifeArts and CultureSee & Do
Join Jim Thompson on piano at Hugo's Bar and Grill!
Sat Aug 6
12:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Point to Point powered by VSECU
Saturday Aug 6th 12:30 pm to 7:00 pm@ State House Lawn, Montpelier, VT
Categories: OutdoorsSee & Do
Sat Aug 6
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Upstairs at Hugo's: Abby Jenne
Saturday Aug 6th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Hugo's Bar and Grill, 118 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: See & DoMusic and NightlifeArts and Culture
Join local songwriter Abby Jenne at Hugo's!
Wed Aug 10
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Capital City Band Concerts
Wednesday Aug 10th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ State House Lawn, in front of Supreme Court Building, State St., Montpelier, VT, 05602
Categories: See & Do
Capital City Band Concerts Have Returned! Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm, June 15-August 17. If you’re a musician, come play with us! Bring a chair, a music stand and your instrument; music is provided- arrive no later than 6:45pm. Phone 456-7054 or email [email protected] for more information.
Thu Aug 11
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Big Hat No Cattle
Thursday Aug 11th 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm@ Christ Episcopal Church Courtyard, 64 State Street, Montpelier, VT
Categories: Music and NightlifeArts and CultureSee & Do
With guitars, steel guitar, fiddle, and smooth vocals up front, Big Hat, No Cattle plays old and new songs with a vintage western vibe. Danceable and fun, western swing is a rich melting pot of styles, including swing-era jazz, honky-tonk country, frontier fiddle tunes, cowboy songs, and more.Based in Central Vermont, the quartet features a variety of songs and tunes that lift the spirits--and dancing feet-- in full western style. This concert is sponsored by Woodbury Mountain Toys and Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Sat Aug 13
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Writers for Recovery: Live reading
Saturday Aug 13th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm@ Bethany Church, Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: Arts and CultureSee & Do
Wed Aug 17
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Capital City Band Concerts
Wednesday Aug 17th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm@ State House Lawn, in front of Supreme Court Building, State St., Montpelier, VT, 05602
Categories: See & Do
Capital City Band Concerts Have Returned! Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm, June 15-August 17. If you’re a musician, come play with us! Bring a chair, a music stand and your instrument; music is provided- arrive no later than 6:45pm. Phone 456-7054 or email [email protected] for more information.
Thu Aug 18
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: Ras Moshe
Thursday Aug 18th 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm@ Christ Episcopal Church Courtyard, 64 State Street, Montpelier, VT
Categories: Arts and CultureSee & DoMusic and Nightlife
Ras Moshe Burnett hails from Brooklyn NY from a family of Jazz musicians. His grandfather (Ted “Barnett” professionally) played in many big band formations of the late 30’s throughout the 60’s,and later wrote religious music for the New Caanan Baptist Church in Brooklyn. Ras has been playing in and leading bands for 20 years starting with Reggae bands in the Brooklyn area. Ras is a composer and multi-instrumentalist specializing in saxophone and flute. Sponsored by Capitol Grounds and 802 Coffee, and the Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Wed Aug 24
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Dog Day at the Pool
Wednesday Aug 24th 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm@ Montpelier Public Pool, 1 Poolside Dr, Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: See & Do
We are excited to announce that our Dog Day at the Pool is back! THERE IS NO RAIN DATE due to staffing issues. Event will be rain or shine, cancelled only if lightning or heavy rain predicted. Join in this fun once-a-year doggie swim at the Montpelier Pool! This much anticipated annual event is the only day of the year that the dogs are allowed to swim in the town pool. Admission is by monetary donation with a suggested family donation of $20. Every dollar raised goes to help us care for the animals at Central Vermont Humane Society.
Wed Aug 24
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free Community Workshop: Writing Art-Inspired Poetry, Making "Ekphrasic Art"
Wednesday Aug 24th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm@ Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Fitzmiller Room
Categories: Arts and CultureSee & Do
With prompts from her solo exhibit, “PLEASE TOUCH! Exploring the Art & Feel of The Seen and The Unseen”, artist-poet JC Wayne of The Poartry Project will guide using art to inspire writing ekphrastic nature poetry and flipping ekphrasis on its head to create fantastical art in response to the exhibit's poems. No prior experience in poetry or art needed, all ages welcome!
Thu Aug 25
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Hunger Mountain Co-op Brown Bag Concert Series: D. Davis
Thursday Aug 25th 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm@ Christ Episcopal Church Courtyard, 64 State Street, Montpelier, VT
Categories: Music and NightlifeArts and CultureSee & Do
Davis performs with Red Hot Juba, The Larkspurs and Cookie’s Hot Club. He will cover classical and romantic guitar compositions from the 19th century and perform original compositions from his album “Hopeful.” This concert is sponsored by Central Vermont New Directions Coalition and Althea's Attic Boutique, and Hunger Mountain Co-op!
Sat Aug 27
11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Summer Spice Gathering
Saturday Aug 27th 11:00 am to 9:00 pm@ Hubbard Park, Montpelier, VT 05062
Categories: See & DoMusic and NightlifeArts and Culture
The Spice on Snow music festival is a multi-day celebration of roots and contemporary folk music usually in mid-winter. The festival will be celebrated in the summer this year as well, featuring outstanding Cajun and Old Time musicians from Louisiana and Southern Appalachia, together with premier touring folk musicians and regional performers. There are concerts, dances, workshops, family events, jam sessions and free performances in Montpelier, Vermont.
Sat Aug 27
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Community Health Education Fair
Saturday Aug 27th 9:00 am to 1:00 pm@ Vermont State House Lawn, Montpelier, VT 05602
Categories: See & Do
Sat Aug 27
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Voicing Art Poetry Reading + Call to Poets
Saturday Aug 27th 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm@ Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Children's
Categories: Arts and CultureSee & Do
Poets, word- and art-lovers come together to read and hear new poems written in response to the current Kellogg-Hubbard Children's Library art exhibit, "Peace in Our World". An inclusive, welcoming, family-friendly event open to all ages and experience levels (including none) to experience and build bridges of understanding through positive poetry. This event will be livestreamed via Zoom for participation from anywhere. Poetry submissions accepted through Friday, Aug 26th. See poartry.org/voicing-art for submission guidelines. Free event with registration required for both readers and listeners.
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