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 Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. In an era when live entertainment venues across the country have struggled to regain their footing, Southern Vermont offers a quiet but powerful counterpoint. Here in the Shires and beyond, from Dorset to Bennington to Brattleboro,…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. For Will Gardner, fitness isn’t just about lifting weights or counting calories. It’s about helping real people feel stronger, move better, and live life with more energy and confidence. At Gardner Fitness, based in Hoosick, New…
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A unique wellness destination is drawing both locals and visitors seeking healing, balance, and restoration. Confluence Acupuncture, led by longtime practitioner Stefan Grace, offers a fresh and accessible approach to traditional Chinese medicine right in the heart of Southern Vermont. For travelers…
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A Celebration of Bennington’s Gift Garden & The Gift Garden’s Holiday Cottage Right in the heart of downtown Bennington, where community spirit meets small-town charm, there are storefronts that have become a year-round destination for joy, creativity, and meaningful connections. At The…
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If your Vermont getaway calls for more than mountain hikes and local maple syrup, add a dose of rejuvenation to your journey with a visit to A Signature Day Spa in Rutland. This beloved wellness destination invites you to unwind in style,…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Looking out the window of your elegant suite at The Reluctant Panther, the Green Mountains rise gently in the distance, framed by the golden glow of Vermont sunlight. In that moment, you realize: this isn’t just…
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Where world-class acts meet small-town charm—all year round. By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Set along Vermont’s scenic Route 9 and surrounded by historic architecture, local shops, and mountain views, Bennington Theater offers something rare and unforgettable: a full calendar of live…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. The scent of garlic, the sound of live music, and the hum of community spirit will fill the streets of Bennington once again this Labor Day Weekend as Garlic Town USA celebrates its 30th anniversary on…
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Ascend the winding maple-lined drive and discover The Wilburton, an award-winning destination resort. Created as Manchester’s largest private estate in 1902, The Wilburton became an inn in the 1950s and has been owned and run by the Levis family since 1987. Featuring…
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By Rejoice Scherry, Site Administrator for the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site In the summer of 1923, the townspeople in the tiny hamlet of Plymouth Notch, Vermont welcomed their friend “Cal” home for a holiday. After long days haying his father’s…
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