By Tara Schatz, Back Road Ramblers. Southern Vermont’s hot, steamy summers often require a mid-afternoon dip, and the local rivers and streams are ideal for cooling off in. If you’re seeking relief from the heat or a spot to while away the…
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A local treasure to discover: The Four Chimneys Inn Restaurant and cocktail bar, open to the public By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. You don’t just stay at the Four Chimneys Inn. Your visit starts with stepping onto its historic grounds, past…
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Each year from June to September, audiences in Southern Vermont and the surrounding region have a unique opportunity to see world-class theatre in their own backyards. The Dorset Theatre Festival, currently in its 48th season, is a regionally and nationally-renowned organization playing…
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The Reluctant Panther The Reluctant Panther in Manchester offers one of southern Vermont’s most refined dining experiences. With a menu crafted from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and an atmosphere that is both intimate and elegant, the restaurant has earned its place as…
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TÖST is a sparkling beverage crafted to offer the complexity of a fine wine without the alcohol. Designed for celebrations, quiet nights in, and everything in between, it’s become a favorite among those seeking a buzz-free way to raise a glass. TÖST’s…
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Mark your calendars and bring your appetite, the New England Street Food Festival returns to the Brattleboro Common on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., promising a lively, family-friendly celebration of local flavor. Now in its seventh year, the…
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Good food. Great company. Unbeatable small-town vibes. Tucked into the rolling hills of West Townshend, VT, the West Townshend Country Store operated by the West River Community Project is where good things—and good neighbors—gather. We’re a nonprofit with a simple goal: keep the community…
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When someone says “Vermont,” the Apple Barn might be exactly the image that comes to mind: a bright red barn on the side of a small state highway with the scent of warm cider doughnuts drifting out the doors and picnic tables…
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Public art has a way of shaping our relationship with place—it invites curiosity, sparks conversation, and turns ordinary moments into encounters with something unexpected. In North Bennington, that invitation arrives every summer in the form of welded steel, carved stone, recycled materials,…
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By Gabriel Schatz, Vermont Country Magazine. Fresh bread, fiddle tunes, and tamales under the trees—Saturdays in Brattleboro hit different. From May through October, the Brattleboro Farmers’ Market transforms a quiet park along the Whetstone Brook into a weekly celebration of food, music,…
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Every year, the summer skies above the Quechee Gorge come alive with color during the Quechee Balloon Festival—a beloved New England tradition now celebrating its 45th year. Hosted by the Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce, the festival has grown since its humble…
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