Garlic Town, USA, in Bennington, Vermont, can be likened to Willy Wonka’s candy wonderland but with a garlicky twist. Picture this: Over 120 vendors, food trucks, craft producers, bands, kids’ activities, and more, all dedicated to celebrating the divine allium and the…
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By Bob Audette, Vermont Country BENNINGTON — When folks mention the name of writer Shirley Jackson, what often comes to mind is “The Lottery” or “The Haunting of Hill House.” “The Lottery,” published in The New Yorker in 1948 and written while…
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By Tory Rich, Vermont Country MANCHESTER — The dog days of summer can feel like a bit of a dead zone in the sports calendar, not just nationally, but also locally. But fear not, sports fans — there is one show in…
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By Chris Mays, Vermont Country Jacki Murano, owner of Southern Vermont Realty, loves meeting new people and helping them fulfill their home ownership dreams. “Most of my clients become really good friends,” she said. “You spend a lot of time together through…
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BENNINGTON — In the village of North Bennington, you don’t even have to enter a museum for an immersive art experience. Through summer and fall, sculptures of all kinds of materials by all kinds of artists will adorn outdoor spaces in the…
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Written by Bill LeConey, Vermont Country BRATTLEBORO — Springtime in Vermont can be a cruel tease of false hopes and delayed promises. Chilly nights give way to warm afternoons, which produce melting snow and windswept, muddy fields — not very conducive to…
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Hike to Gettysburg Quarry perfect for families, history buffs By Tara Schatz, Back Road Ramblers DORSET — Looking for a fun hike that isn’t too difficult and includes rare natural communities along with incredible geological and human history? The hike to Gettysburg…
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The ‘Three Ps’ in village make for a tasty day By Jennifer Brandt, Vermont Country correspondent BENNINGTON — One of the best things to do in Vermont is to drive its stunning back roads and discover the hidden gems within the rolling…
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Culture mavens curate 3 days of delicious fun, experiences for you and yours with Gallery Walk, Food Truck Roundup and Bandwagon Summer Series By Noah Hoffenberg, Vermont Country Magazine BRATTLEBORO — There’s something special happening in Brattleboro. Those in the know seek…
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Literary history exhibit coming to new Amtrak station By Lissa Weinmann, Brattleboro Words Project BRATTLEBORO — A new bridge over the Connecticut River linking Brattleboro and New Hampshire will open in 2024. The old Anna Hunt Marsh and Charles Dana bridges will…
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By Gena Mangiaratti, Vermont Country I recently realized I am among the many who claim their mood is not affected by the weather until suddenly winter ends (knock on wood) and my antidepressant apparently starts to kick in. Until then, I forget…
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