All Entries in the "Community and Arts Life" Category
Springfield Community Band Rock/Pop concert set for July 21
The Springfield Community Band presents a Rock ‘n Roll/Pop concert at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21 at the Hartness House, 109 Front St. in Springfield. James Pecsok, band director at Bellows Falls Union High School, will be the guest conductor. The band will look back many decades to play the music of rock legends […]
‘Whale of a Sale’ returns to Derry July 24 & 25
The Second Congregational Church’s annual Whale of a Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25 at the church, 2051 Vermont Route 11 in Londonderry. Highlights this year include furniture, lamps, a fine collection of prints/frames and all kinds of sporting equipment and tools. As […]
Taconic Music Young Artists to perform during Sunday service at Weston church
The newly renamed Old Parish Community Church, 644 Main St. in Weston, will welcome four young artists who are participating in Taconic Music’s Chamber Music Intensive this summer. The string quartet will perform special music during Sunday service starting at 10:30 a.m. on July 12. These four talented musicians are part of a rigorous four-week […]
Reading of ‘Declaration of Independence’ on Vermont State House steps July 8
All are invited to witness a demonstration of shared heritage and community unity at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8 as the front steps of the Vermont State House, 115 State St. in Montpelier, transform into a living stage when citizens and leaders gather to bring America’s foundational promise to life. Lt. Gov. John Rodgers […]
Neighborhood Connections offers support sessions for caregivers, those with dementia
Neighborhood Connections, 5700 VT-100 in Londonderry, is offering support to caregivers in the community who are working with loved ones experiencing memory challenges or a diagnosis of dementia or related disorders. “Remembering Together” uses a group format for caregiver support and participant engagement that is modeled after existing successful programs. Meetings will take place from […]
East Bay Jazz Ensemble returns to Proctorsville July 15 kicks off summer music series
The Town of Cavendish and the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association invite everyone to the Svec Memorial Green, located at the intersection of Depot and Main streets in Proctorsville, to hear the large sound of Gerry Grimo and the East Bay Jazz Ensemble at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15. The ensemble has a performing […]
Pride and Pirates in Chester
© 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Two events drew good crowds last week in Chester. A Pride Month Celebration with music, ice cream and the Naan Stop food truck fare sponsored by the Country Girl Diner on Thursday, June 25 brought folks out to hear Olivia Nied play and sing. And while rain was predicted, it […]
Van Alstyne wins Vermont Prize for Tenney film $5000 award to benefit work on second movie
By Cynthia Prairie ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Chester native Travis Van Alstyne is the 2026 winner of the Vermont Prize, an annual $5,000 award given to one Vermont-based artist working in the visual arts. The award recognizes his short animated film Love of the Land, an award-winning animated short film that was released in 2024. […]
Gypsy Reel kicks off Cavendish concert season July 8
The Town of Cavendish and the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association invite the public to join in an evening of fun on the Svec Memorial Green, at the intersection of Depot and Main streets, in Proctorsville, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8 to kick off the its summer music series. It begins with Gypsy […]
250 Rocks! Declaration of Independence reading on July 4 at Cavendish coffee house
Two hundred and fifty years ago, many colonists learned about the Declaration of Independence by hearing it read at a local coffee house. People of all socio-economic statuses went to these houses for their favorite beverage, food and most importantly, the news of the day. The seeds of Revolution were planted in the coffee houses […]
Play highlights Weathersfield in the Revolution
Supported by a grant from Vermont 250, residents and former residents of Weathersfield are bringing a piece of that town’s Revolutionary War history to the stage, with two performances of a play performing a play based on a 250-year-old document discovered in a vault on July 11 and 12. Both performances are free and open […]
‘Schoolhouse Rock Live!’ delivers the magic of learning for all ages
By Lorien Strange ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Maybe my passion for journalism was prefigured by my second-grade fascination with the song I’m Just a Bill. As someone who moved between schools frequently as a kid, I was delighted whenever my new teacher would announced that we’d be watching Schoolhouse Rock in all its glorious ’70s, […]
Townscape blooms a beautiful welcome to Chester
When flowers suddenly appear all over Chester, it means that Chester Townscape volunteers have been hard at work. Summer feature flowers that will bloom in a host of public places until frost. This year’s cold, late spring meant that Townscape volunteers had to hustle the minute the weather began to warm up to try to […]
LAHS kicks off summer events with program, exhibit on maple sugaring
The Londonderry Arts and Historical Society will hold its Annual Meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 25 at the Custer Sharp House, 2461 Middletown Road in Londonderry. The meeting will feature local residents sharing stories, skills and traditions that help to define our community. This year’s program, open to the public, will explore the […]
SAPCC’s Annual Duck Run returns June 27
The Springfield Area Parent Child Center is holding its annual Running of the Rubber Ducks from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 at 80 Jack and Jill Lane in North Springfield. This family-style block party is SAPCC’s flagship fundraiser and takes place outdoors; admission is free. Enjoy an evening of fun, featuring a […]
Rainbow-Palooza Pride & VegFest June 27
The most colorful event of the year is back. Rainbow-Palooza Pride & VegFest takes place from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 on the grounds of the Unitarian Universalist Church, 21 Fairground Road in Springfield. This free and family-friendly event features fun activities, fascinating vendors and exhibitors and an array of fabulous speakers. […]
Springfield band to perform movie classics
The Springfield Community Band presents its movie-themed concert at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30 at the Hartness House, 109 Front St. in Springfield. James Pecsok, band director at Bellows Falls Union High School, will be the guest conductor. Along with other selections, the evening will feature music from various Pixar movies, Superman Returns and […]
Springfield Garden Club to host Liberty Tree Dedication
The Springfield Garden Club invites the public to the dedication of a Liberty Tree at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. The ceremony will take place at Crown Point Country Club, 155 Golf Course Road in Springfield, to honor that tree and our country’s 250th anniversary. A reception will follow in the clubhouse. The SGC, […]
Henry Homeyer: Cages, kneelers and mulch: Let’s turn our attention to the vegetable garden
By Henry Homeyer ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC By now, most of us have planted our vegetable gardens. My peas, onions, lettuce, spinach and potatoes went in early, and now our tomatoes and peppers have settled in and are starting to grow. Is it hammock time? No, now it’s better to do some maintenance so that […]
Springfield celebrates ‘Make Music Vermont’ with free concert and open mic June 21
Music lovers of all ages are invited to gather at The Commons, 50 Summer Hill in Springfield, from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 21 for a free afternoon of live music. The event, held rain or shine, is part of “Make Music Vermont,” a statewide celebration of music and community. From noon until […]