The Hatch presents Comics on a Mission

November 16, 2019           7:30 PM

Location:  Latchis Theatre, 50 Main St., Brattleboro, VT

The Hatch returns this November 16th with Comics on a Mission featuring the brilliant Maeve Higgins and Tom Bodett from NPR’s “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me!;” New York City-based comedian Jordan Carlos and a clown car full of talent to benefit the nonprofit HatchSpace community woodshop and school in Brattleboro. The event will benefit HatchSpace, a nonprofit community woodworking school and workshop in Brattleboro whose mission is to celebrate the traditions and skills of handmade craft. Tickets are on sale now, ranging from $60, $40, and $25. Purchase at www.catamountarts.org. Starting November 1, the Latchis Gallery space will showcase hand-crafted furniture and wooden studio art produced by HatchSpace members and supporters, all of which will be available for raffle and auction during the Comics on a Mission evening.

Childsplay: The Final Tour

November 17, 2019           7:30 - 9:30 PM

Location:  Latchis Theatre, 50 Main St., Brattleboro, VT

Childsplay, the amazing ensemble of talented traditional and contemporary fiddlers, returns to the Latchis Theatre for the first time in many years on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 7:30 p.m.

Founded by violinmaker Robert Childs, Childsplay has been delighting audiences across the U.S. and Europe for 32 years and returns once again to the Latchis during its Final Tour. The ensemble will be joined by vocalist Karan Casey, who has long been one of the most innovative and provocative voices in Irish folk music.

Tickets are $40 for VIP, $25 for Orchestra and $18 for Balcony and can be purchased in advance at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=larts. For wheelchair-accessible seating, please e-mail jon@latchisarts.org or call 802-254-1109, ext. 3. Tickets will also be available at the door.  www.latchisarts.org

Holiday Craft Fair

November 23, 2019  9 AM - 3 PM

Location:  Chesterfield Town Hall, 518 NH-63, Chesterfield, NH

20 vendors with something for everyone on your list! Fresh greens, wreaths, handcrafted gifts, maple syrup, bake sale, lunch, fresh cranberries and pies, just in time for your Thanksgiving table and holiday gift giving!

The Little Drummer Craft Fair

November 23, 2019         9 AM - 3:30 PM

Location:  Franklin County Technical School, 82 Industrial Boulevard, Turners Falls, MA

Annual craft show supporting Franklin County Technical School students. This juried craft fair features artists and craftspeople from throughout the Pioneer Valley and beyond, presenting their unique handcrafted products. In 2016, artists also attended from Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. This craft fair is held indoors with plenty of free parking. Admission is free, and the school is completely ADA accessible. There will also be extensive raffle tables. Refreshments, including luncheon items. Baked goods will be available for sale throughout the day courtesy of our student chefs and bakers from the FCTS culinary department! Look for our signature Little Drummer Autumn Bisque!

Christmas Bazaar

November 23, 2019          9 AM - 2 PM

Location:  United Church of Bernardston, 58 Church St., Bernardston, MA

Featuring homemade crafts, food and baked goods, wreaths, Grandma's Attic, Mystery Gift Tree, can raffle, and more.

Santa Arrives by Train at Kringle Candle!

November 23, 2019               Noon - 6 PM

Location:  Kringle Candle Flagship Store, 220 South St., Bernardston, MA

Rev Tor and Friends present Garfunkel to Graceland

November 23, 2019            8 - 11 PM

Location:  Memorial Hall, 14 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT

Join Rev Tor & Friends for a live performance of Paul Simon’s Graceland Album. The melding of South African styles and Simon's trademark sensibility made for one of the most intriguing albums (not to mention commercial hits) of the '80s. Lively, thoughtful, gorgeous, and tough, Graceland acknowledges splits both in South Africa's social fabric as well as in Simon's personal life. $30 pre-sale, $40 door.

41st Annual Putney Craft Tour

November 29 - December 1, 2019           10 AM - 5 PM

Location:  throughout Putney, VT

41st Anniversary Year! Vermont Top Ten Winter Event The Putney Craft Tour is the oldest continuing crafts tour in the country, and is held during the long Thanksgiving weekend. It gives shoppers, visitors and collectors another reason to be thankful. Glass blowers, potters, jewelers, weavers, painters, woodworkers, – even artisan cheesemakers, and winemakers– invite visitors to come in to their studios, discover, ask questions, sip hot cider and buy that one-of-a-kind gift direct from the artisan who made it. Part of the fun is meandering through the Vermont countryside, following the map to find these prominent craftspeople and view the works where they are conceived and created. Most studios do demos. Wine and cheese tastings. Putney and Saxtons River, VT. Visitors may start at The Gleanery Restaurant, 133 Main Street, Putney for info, maps, and a preview exhibition of the artisans’ works.  www.putneycrafts.com

Turkey Hangover Hill Climb

November 29, 2019

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover, VT

Burn off some of those turkey day calories and get your legs in shape for a great winter of skiing by coming out for our annual fun run! More info on start location and times to come. There will be prizes for top finishers as well as for the best costumes. Bragging rights for all!  *Children under 18 must have a parent/guardian present.  www.mountsnow.com

Moonlight Magic

November 29, 2019           4 - 9 PM

Location:  Shelburne Falls, MA

Moonlight Magic has become a traditional event known across the region. It is the kick-off to the holiday season! Stroll the candle-lit streets, enjoy entertainment, a parade, delicious food, crafts, family activities and more!  www.shelburnefalls.com

Deerfield Police Association Craft Fair

November 30, 2019             9 AM - 3 PM

Location:  Frontier Regional School, 113 N. Main St., Deerfield, MA

Torchlight Parade, Fireworks & Santa!

November 30, 2019          5:45 PM

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover, VT

Join us as our Mount Snow Ski and Snowboard School instructors will descend the Canyon ski trail in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following we’ll light up the sky with a huge fireworks display. The best place to watch our instructors descend Canyon is between the Clocktower and the Cape House.  Immediately after, be sure to join us in the base lodge to get your holiday photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus!  www.mountsnow.com

Gallery Walk

December 6, 2019           5:30 - 8:30 PM

Location:  downtown Brattleboro, VT

This festival of the arts features exhibit openings at galleries, eateries, and other businesses, most within a few blocks of Main Street. Activities, street performances, and more – a festive block party.  www.gallerywalk.org

Holiday Benefit Concert

December 6, 2019           7 PM

Location:  Memorial Hall, 14 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT

Supporting the Deerfield Valley Food Pantry.  Admission can be a financial donation, or whatever you can spare in the way of non-perishable food and items for the Food Pantry. Please be generous, let's build a mountain of food!  Sponsored by the Deerfield Valley News.

Bright Lights Craft Fair

December 7, 2019           10 AM - 4 PM

Location:  Memorial Hall, 14 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT

Bright Lights Craft Fair is an annual holiday market held in December in Historic Memorial Hall, Wilmington, VT.

Dover Holiday Craft Fair

December 7, 2019           10 AM - 4 PM

Location:  Town Hall, 190 Taft Brook Rd., E. Dover, VT

Local artists and crafters!  Unique handcrafted gifts for everyone on your holiday list!

Northampton Winter Craft Fair

December 7 - 8, 2019            9:30 AM - 4 PM

Location:  Northampton High School, 380 Elm St., Northampton, MA

The 39th annual Northampton Winter Craft Fair to benefit CHD's Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County takes place December 7-8, 2019.  Join us at the Northampton High School to shop from a beautiful selection of goods produced by 90 juried artisans and our delightful children's book sale. The silent auction will be held on Saturday. Delicious food will be available for purchase from Hillside Pizza and Catering.  Enjoy live music while you shop! We'll host local jazz singer Taylor McCoy on Saturday, 11 am - 1 pm and singer-songwriter Luke DeRoy on Sunday, 12 - 2 pm.

Santa at the Library

December 7, 2019            3 PM

Location:  Dover Free Library, 22 Holland Rd., East Dover, VT

Santa will be bearing gifts for children!  Light refreshments, holiday music and craft activities will be offered.  This event is free and open to the public.  Food Pantry donations are requested at this event.  Sponsored by the Dover Free Library.

The Jingle Bell

December 7, 2019          5:30 PM

Location:  Grand Summit Hotel, Mt. Snow, W. Dover, VT

One of Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) Foundation’s most anticipated events of the year, the Jingle Bell reflects the giving spirit of the season and provides local businesses and community members the opportunity to demonstrate their support for SVHC in a fun and festive way. Highlights of the Jingle Bell include dinner, dancing, and a live auction featuring an exceptional selection of donated items.  www.svhealthcare.org/thejinglebell

VJC Big Band Celebrates Nat King Cole

December 7, 2019            8 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

Each year, the VJC Big Band performs a benefit gala for the VJC Scholarship Program. For this concert, the ensemble, under the direction of Rob Freeberg, will honor one of the greatest jazz vocalists and pianists: Grammy Hall of famer Nat King Cole, who celebrated his centennial birthday-anniversary in March of 2019.

Expressing Cole’s music, using many of the big band arrangements prepared for Cole himself, will be vocalist, Peter Eldridge who has performed in some of the world’s most preeminent venues and festivals including Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, and the Kennedy Center. As a member of New York Voices, Eldridge is a two-time Grammy-award winner. His original music has been covered by artists such as Nancy Wilson, Paquito D’Rivera, and Jane Monheit.  www.vtjazz.org

Whately Public Library Handmade Holiday Craft Fair

December 8, 2019           11 AM - 3 PM

Location:  Whately Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Rd., Whately, MA

This is our 10th annual craft fair and we are sure it will delight all who attend.

Windham Hill’s Winter Solstice

December 9, 2019           7 - 9:30 PM

Location:  Latchis Theatre, 50 Main St., Brattleboro, VT

Founders Day - $12 Ticket

December 13, 2019

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover, VT

Mount Snow has one of the most colorful and interesting histories of any resort in the ski industry thanks in large part to our visionary founder and National Ski Areas Association Hall of Fame member, Walter Schoenknecht. We celebrate our great history with discounted lift tickets for Founders Day!  Purchase your $12 Founder's Day lift ticket here: mountsnow.com/tickets-passes  Please note that the Founder's Day Deal is valid for December 13, 2019 only.  Limited quantities available. MUST buy online in advance. Tickets on the day of the event will be available for $49 at the ticket window.  www.mountsnow.com

It's a Wonderful Night in Turners Falls!

December 13, 2019             5 - 10 PM

Location:  Turners Falls, MA

Presented by RiverCulture. Planned throughout downtown are holiday activities for the whole family, art exhibitions, live music, restaurant specials, performances and unique gift buying opportunities. Children and adults alike are encouraged to put a wish list in the Magic Mailbox, as well as notes of hope for themselves, friends, family and the world! Santa will arrive at Spinner Park to collect the notes at 6:30 p.m. For more information and a performance schedule go to www.turnersfallsriverculture.org.

Demo Day

December 14, 2019

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover, VT

Come try out this year's newest skis on snow for FREE.  More info on sign up and participating brands coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Meet and Greet: Chris Diamond

December 14, 2019        4 PM

Location:  Bartleby's Bookstore, 17 W. Main St., Wilmington, VT

Chris Diamond's first book, Ski Inc., had just hit bookshelves in December 2016 when shock waves reverberated through the ski resort landscape. In early 2017, the Alterra Mountain Company emerged to challenge Vail Resorts' supremacy, eventually buying 15 resorts, partnering with another 25-plus, and launching the Ikon Pass to compete with the Epic Pass. The story behind Alterra's rise is remarkable, as is Vail Resorts' counter-offensive in the form of its own buying spree, which most recently included the acquisition of the 17 ski areas of Peak Resorts.  www.myvermontbookstore.com

The Flying Nut 2019

December 20 - 22, 2019         Fri. 7:30 PM, Sat. 3 PM & 7:30 PM, Sun. 1 PM

Location:  New England Center for Circus Arts, 10 Town Crier Dr., Brattleboro, VT

Carinthia Classic

December 21, 2019

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover, VT

The acclaimed park builders at Carinthia Parks construct a one-of-a-kind, plaza-style setup that will be loaded with rails, boxes, and a whole arsenal of unique features found nowhere else but here. Athletes will need to choose their line carefully so they can go big, get technical, and flex their style.

The plaza will be perfectly located for spectating in the base area of Carinthia just outside our brand new base lodge.  There will be a DJ, beer garden, giveaways, and more making this a great opportunity to check out the new lodge while watching some of the best skiers and riders in the northeast! 

This competition is open to both skiers and riders, and there will be separate categories for males and females.  More info on registration coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Grommet Jam #1

December 27, 2019

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

#1 of 3 Grommet Jam events for our 12 and under skiers and riders happening December 27 at Mount Snow. This event series is a great way for kids to get out and learn a few things from our coaches and ski school instructors.

Coaches and instructors from our Training Center and Ski & Snowboard School will help out our little jibbers in our Grommet park at Carinthia in the morning and after a lunch break (not included) we'll have a fun park competition with an awards ceremony to immediately follow. Registration for this popular event is 70 youngsters so be sure to reserve a spot by pre-registering online. Prizes and raffle for participants immediately following the competition at the Carinthia Base Lodge.  More info on times and registration coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

NYE Torchlight Parade and Fireworks

December 31, 2019                 5:45 PM

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Join us as our  Mount Snow Ski & Snowboard School  instructors will descend the Canyon ski trail in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following we’ll light up the sky with a huge fireworks display. The best place to watch our instructors descend Canyon is between the Clocktower and the Cape House.  www.mountsnow.com

Champian Fulton Quartet

January 18, 2020             8 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

Award-winning Oklahoma-born singer and pianist, Champian Fulton, seems to be always on tour.  She will soon be performing in Germany, Denmark, France, Italy, Spain, California, Chicago…and now – Vermont!  Fulton grew up around jazz. Her father ran the Clark Terry Summer Jazz Workshop, so she was surrounded by music and hung out with the legendary players within Clark Terry’s circle of luminaries.  www.vtjazz.org

Torchlight Parade and Fireworks

January 19, 2020                 5:45 PM

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Join us as our  Mount Snow Ski & Snowboard School  instructors will descend the Canyon ski trail in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following we’ll light up the sky with a huge fireworks display. The best place to watch our instructors descend Canyon is between the Clocktower and the Cape House.  www.mountsnow.com

Grommet Jam #2

January 20, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

#2 of 3 Grommet Jam events for our 12 and under skiers and riders. This event series is a great way for kids to get out and learn a few things from our coaches and ski school instructors.

Coaches and instructors from our Training Center and Ski & Snowboard School will help out our little jibbers in our Grommet park at Carinthia in the morning and after a lunch break (not included) we'll have a fun park competition with an awards ceremony to immediately follow. Prizes and raffle for participants immediately following the competition at the Carinthia Base Lodge.  More info on registration coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

USASA Southern Vermont Series - Slopestyle

January 24 - 26, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

The Southern Vermont Snowboard and Freeski Series is one of the longest running USASA series in the country. It was created by Suzi Rueck in 1989 and at the time called The Green Mountain Series. From the early 2000’s Scott Palmer ran the series for 15 years until he passed the torch to Ross Powers and Paul Kelly for the 2016 season.

Snowboarding and freeskiing is not just about competing. The Southern Vermont Series promotes sportsmanship, camaraderie and pride.

Many of the top level snowboard and freeski athletes in the world have been a part of The Southern Vermont Series. We currently have the 2nd largest USASA Series in the country.  More info on registration coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Season Passholder Appreciation Weekend

February 1 - 2, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

We say thanks to our valued Season Passholders with a weekend full of fun events and more. This is the one weekend a year when any and all Mount Snow 2019/20 Season Passes are valid, so there is no excuse for you not to come and join in on the fun!   www.mountsnow.com

Cloud Nine Nuptials

February 14, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Mount Snow in the most romantic way possible: renew your vows or get married on the mountain at the top of Cloud Nine on Friday, February 14.  More info and registration coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Bobby Watson & Horizon

February 15, 2020             8 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

Simply put, Bobby Watson is one of the most important alto saxophonists/jazz musicians on the scene today. His recorded output measures in the hundreds, he is revered as a jazz educator, and many of his compositions have become jazz standards. The group Watson is best known for is the ensemble that will perform at the Jazz Center: Horizon. Watson, along with bassist Curtis Lundy and drummer Victor Lewis, launched the first edition of Horizon, an acoustic quintet modeled in many ways after the Jazz Messengers but one with its own distinct slightly more modern twist. The group is now considered one of the preeminent small groups of the mid-1980s to mid-1990s when they toured constantly and recorded several highly acclaimed titles for Blue Note and Columbia. Watson and Lewis continue as the backbone of the group. At the VJC’s performance they will be joined by venerable alumni pianist Ed Simon and bassist Essiet Okon Essiet as well as trumpeter Giveton Gelin.  www.vtjazz.org

Harris Hill Ski Jump

February 15 - 16, 2020

Location:  Cedar St., Brattleboro, VT

Vermont Chamber Top 10 Winter Event.  Vermont at its winter best! Join the tradition of ringing cowbells and cheering on an international field of competitors as they fly off New England’s only Olympic-size ski jump. Climb up and listen to the sounds of soaring. Music, food, bonfire and heated beer tent. A 98-year-old Vermont tradition.  www.harrishillskijump.com

Torchlight Parade and Fireworks

February 16, 2020                 5:45 PM

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Join us as our  Mount Snow Ski & Snowboard School  instructors will descend the Canyon ski trail in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following we’ll light up the sky with a huge fireworks display. The best place to watch our instructors descend Canyon is between the Clocktower and the Cape House.  www.mountsnow.com

Grommet Jam Finals

February 17, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

#3 of 3 Grommet Jam events for our 12 and under skiers and riders. This event series is a great way for kids to get out and learn a few things from our coaches and ski school instructors.

Coaches and instructors from our Training Center and Ski & Snowboard School will help out our little jibbers in our Grommet park at Carinthia in the morning and after a lunch break (not included) we'll have a fun park competition with an awards ceremony to immediately follow. Prizes and raffle for participants immediately following the competition at the Carinthia Base Lodge.  More info on registration coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Bud Light Mardi Gras

February 22, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Join us as Mount Snow transforms into Bourbon St. Oh, and what would Mardi Gras be without beads? We will have over 12,000 to giveaway in lift lines, lodges, parties, and other locations all day long!  So get out your purple, green, and gold and join Mount Snow and Bud Light for this epic party!  Schedule of events coming soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Jack Jump World Championships

March 1, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

The Jack Jump World Championships return to Mount Snow again this March! A combination of homemade Jack Jump design and ingenuity and user skill will factor into determining who can make it down our dual paneled slalom Charlie's Chase course with the best combined time. After the race join us for an after party complete with awards and a bib raffle for all competitors.  Speed, great racing, fantastic crashes and a ton of fun make the Jack Jump World Championships at Mount Snow a can't miss- So get your Jack Jump ready!  More info on schedule and registration coming soon!  www..mountsnow.com

Emerging Artist: Joel Ross "Good Vibes"

March 14, 2020              8 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

When deciding on which emerging artists to feature in the Jazz Center’s season, we put out a call to a group of young jazz lovers: “who would you like to hear?” The most requested name was easily vibraphonist Joel Ross, who had appeared at the VJC before as a sideman with Marquis Hill in February 2018. With the impetus of the release of his debut album on Blue Note Records, KingMaker, we are happy to present Ross at the VJC with his own ensemble.  www.vtjazz.org

St. Patrick's Ticket Deal - $17.00 Lift Ticket

March 17, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Come celebrate St.Patrick's Day at Mount Snow!  We'll be offering a $17 Lift ticket (online only) and be hosting live music on Main Street during the day.  Purchase your $17 St. Patrick's lift ticket here: mountsnow.com/tickets-passes  Please note that the St. Patrick's Day Deal is valid for March 17, 2020 only.  Limited quantities available. MUST buy online in advance. Tickets on the day of the event will be available for $49 at the ticket window.

Bud Light Reggaefest

March 20 - 22, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Bud Light Reggaefest returns to Mount Snow for a weekend of fantastic live Reggae music! Featuring great performances at the Snow Barn as well as a party out in the Base Area Saturday and Sunday. Plus check out our annual  Sink or Skim Pond Skimming and the Duct Tape Derby.  www.mountsnow.com

Bud Light Sink or Skim

March 21, 2020

Location:  Main Base Area, Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Our annual pond skimming competition! Think you can make it across our 100 foot long icy cold pond? Don your best costume and give it a shot!  Those who make it across dry will be judged by our esteemed panel based on costume, form & style to determine this year's Sink or Skim Champion and winner of a 2020/21 Season Pass!  www.mountsnow.com

Bud Light Duct Tape Derby

March 22, 2020

Location:  Tubing Hill, Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

A Mount Snow Signature Event! The Duct Tape Derby has grown into one of the funnest and most unique competitions you'll ever witness (or be involved in). Build a craft of only Cardboard, Duct Tape, Zip Ties and Paint. That's it!  www.mountsnow.com

12th Annual Winter Brewers Festival

March 28, 2020

Location:  Main Base Area, Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

Join us as we celebrate springtime, live music, and of course, beer!  More info on breweries and tickets will be announced soon!  www.mountsnow.com

Bud Light Gladeiator

March 29, 2020

Location:  Mt. Snow, W. Dover VT

The Glade-iator competition is a mogul skiing contest on the soft bumps of the legendary Ripcord, one of the steepest trails in the east! Competitors will show off their bump and jump skills and will be judged on a combination of time, form, line, and aerial maneuvers off one of our two jumps (option of small or large). This is also one of the best spectator events of the year, complete with sun, snow and a cash BBQ & Bud Light bar. Ripcord will be closed to the public, so the best way to get there is to take River Run from the top of the Canyon Express lift.

Spectators are invited to come hang out at the bottom of Ripcord and enjoy the BBQ and Beer Garden! Spectators must be able to ski Intermediate terrain (River Run).  www.mountsnow.com

Peter Bernstein, Larry Goldings & Bill Stewart Trio

April 5, 2020             4 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

Peter Bernstein, Larry Goldings, and Bill Stewart formed a trio in 1989 at a club called in Auggies in NYC (it is now the upper west side jazz haven called Smoke). Since that fateful night this group has toured the world and recorded numerous albums. According to the New York Times, they are the “the best organ trio of the last decade.”   www.vtjazz.org

4th Annual Solo Jazz Piano Festival

April 24 - 25, 2020        8 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

Our fourth annual solo jazz piano festival celebrates the VJC’s nine-foot Steinway concert grand piano, a gift from the Mckenzie Family Charitable Trust. This festival honors the piano’s immense contribution in jazz by presenting leading and upcoming musicians who have devoted their lives to mastering the instrument’s creative potential and stylistic legacies. The event is both educational and performance-based, including, from all four of the headlining artists, master-class style presentations (offered to pianists and non-pianists) as well as a free-wheeling Q & A session panel.  www.vtjazz.org

Terri Lyne Carrington

May 16, 2020          8 PM

Location:  Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

Three-time Grammy award winner Terri Lyne Carrington grew up in a musical family – her first set of drums belonged to her grandfather who was Fats Waller’s drummer. A true protégé, she received a full scholarship to Berklee School of Music at age 11 where she was mentored by the legendary Jack DeJohnette. After Berklee, Carrington’s talent, ability and work ethic have earned her recognition as one of the most formidable musicians on the scene today.  www.vtjazz.org

Mayfest Arts & Craft Festival

May 23, 2020              10 AM - 5 PM

Location:  downtown Bennington, VT

Spring's outdoor handmade festival in the heart of Downtown Bennington! Artisans bring their handmade ware, downtown merchants offer specials, food to tempt you, entertainers create atmosphere and the community visits with one another after a long winter! Come see why this is our 35th year!  www.betterbennington.org