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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By Danny Zaffarano, Vermont Country correspondent. Even if the State Fair isn’t part of your annual plans there is something magical about the thought. It’s a recollection of carefree days, bright lights, fast rides, and every type of fried food you could…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. In a village of just a few hundred residents, audiences have been gathering for nearly nine decades to experience something timeless: the shared magic of live theater. This year, Weston Theater Company celebrates its 90th season,…
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By Vermont Country staff in collaboration with Dorset Theatre Festival artistic leadership. Dorset Theatre Festival is preparing to close its 49th summer season with a powerhouse finale: Kenneth Lonergan’s sharp comedy-drama, Lobby Hero (August 21 – September 5, 2026). Written by the…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. While the French Second Empire mansion with Italianate influences draws eyes toward its elegant mansard roof and wrap-around-porch, the surrounding park-like grounds with 100 plus year old trees providing shade epitomize the Park-McCullough House in North…
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This summer, the heart of the Newfane community will come alive with music as Music at Union Hall launches its highly anticipated Summer Concert Series. Set on the common in front of the courthouse, this outdoor venue offers a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere…
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Hiking I Gardens I Events I Bell Tower I Museum I Memorials Submitted by Cathedral of the Pines foundation. A 501(c)3 nonprofit founded in 1945 with the passing of Sanderson Sloane, a WWII B17 Bomber pilot. With the loss of their son…
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The Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant is widely considered one of the best places to stay in Manchester, Vermont, because it perfectly blends luxury, charm, and an authentic Vermont experience. Nestled in the heart of Manchester Village, this boutique inn offers an…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. There are places to stay in Southern Vermont, and then there are places that become part of the journey itself. Tucked into 1,500 acres of forested land in the quiet hills of Guilford, just a short…
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For nearly three decades, summer in Southwestern Vermont has carried with it a familiar and beloved tradition: the return of sculpture to the streets, pathways and public spaces of North Bennington and beyond. This year, the North Bennington Outdoor Sculpture Show is…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. There is a renewed sense of energy in downtown Bennington this year, and much of it can be felt beneath the lights of the Bennington Theater. For longtime theatergoers and newcomers alike, 2026 marks something meaningful:…
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