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…
Read More →A village in winter: North Bennington WinterFest 2026
By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Just ten minutes from downtown Bennington and a short drive from Hoosick Falls, New York, the village of North Bennington feels like a place held carefully in time. Its iconic historic fountain, the quiet curve of…
Read More →By Chris Mays and Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine From the sweet steam rising from spring sugarhouses to the laughter echoing through summer festivals and snow-dusted trails, 2025 was a vibrant year for Southern Vermont. Across Bennington and Windham counties, visitors, new…
Read More →By Danielle M. Crosier, Vermont Country Magazine. LONDONDERRY — Nestled into the folding hills, valleys, and woodlands of Londonderry’s mountainous terrain lies Taylor Farm, an aged smallholding with its roots buried deep in the fabric of the Southern Vermont landscape. With the…
Read More →Southern Vermont Gift Guide: Locally Owned Shops Worth Visiting
Voted Best Art Gallery in the 2025 Brattleboro Reformer’s Reader’s Choice Awards Vermont Artisan Designs is a fine art and contemporary American craft gallery which – for more than 50 years — has celebrated a wide variety of artists and artisans primarily…
Read More →The King’s Knit Wit: Cozy Creations & Holiday Cheer in Downtown Bennington
By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. It’s officially sweater weather in Southern Vermont, the season for warmth, creativity, and handmade charm. If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift or a new winter hobby, head to The King’s Knit Wit, one of…
Read More →Gift Guide Spotlight: Jays Art Shop – The Legacy Continues
By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. For more than 50 years, Jays Art Shop & Frame Gallery has been a creative cornerstone in the tri-state area, a trusted haven for artists, crafters, and gift seekers alike. When news spread that the longtime…
Read More →Gift Guide Spotlight: Vermont Artisan Designs
Voted Best Art Gallery in the 2025 Brattleboro Reformer’s Reader’s Choice Awards Vermont Artisan Designs is a fine art and contemporary American craft gallery which – for more than 50 years – has celebrated a wide variety of artists and artisans primarily…
Read More →Holiday Shopping Guide in Bennington Vermont
Sponsored by Vermont Begins Here and Better Bennington Corporation By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. There’s a certain magic to holiday shopping in a town that still feels like a community. In Bennington, Vermont, that magic lives in every storefront window, every…
Read More →Bennington Community Market: Your Winter Destination for Local Flavors and Holiday Treats
By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Located in Downtown Bennington, the Bennington Community Market (BCM) is a go-to spot for locals and visitors looking for fresh, high-quality food. This winter, BCM continues to offer the best of Vermont under one roof, now…
Read More →Nestled atop Hogback Mountain in Marlboro sits Vermont Distillers, an award winning, family owned and operated craft distillery that boasts a 100-mile view from its back deck. The business was founded by local entrepreneur, Ed Metcalfe in 2008, and he continues to…
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