Vermont events in Northern Vermont's Jay Peak area, all easily reached from the Riverbend Bed and Breakfast
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February 2010 13th -
The Art of Felting Mittens at NorthWoods Stewardship Center
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost to be determined. During this workshop at NorthWoods, you will learn the felting process as you create your own pair of wool mittens, felted to the shape of your hands. All materials provided. Meet at NorthWoods. Space is limited. Please register by February 10th Phone: 802-723-6551 x 112. NorthWoods Stewardship Center, 154 Leadership Dr. East Charleston, VT. Email: events@northwoodscenter.org Web: www.northwoodscenter.org
20th - Cabin Fever Dance Party - Music by Slant Six Irasburg Town Hall - Right on the Irasburg common, you can't miss it!
Music starts at 8 o'clock
$15 at the door, proceeds benefit the Vermont Food Bank.
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march 2010 20th - Carving Duck Decoys Learn how to carve an effective Basswood duck decoy with veteran woodcarver Allen Yale
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$40 (includes materials). Learn how to carve an effective Basswood duck decoy with veteran woodcarver Allen Yale. For novice wood carvers, this class covers tool sharpening, carving techniques, pattern layout, cutting blanks and painting. Bring carving tools if possible or contact Allen to purchase or borrow. Class will be held at Allen’s workshop in Derby, VT. Space limited, registration required. Directions available upon registration. Phone: 802-723-6551. Web: www.northwoodscenter.org
March 27th - SwanDay 2010
In a world where it is so clear that we need to understand each other better, the arts are a powerful tool. SWAN Day ( Support Women Artists Now ) reminds us that there are thousands of women artists who are quietly enriching their communities and creating positive change every day. They may not be rich and famous; in fact, they are often making many sacrifices in order to do their creative work, but they are making the world a much more beautiful and thoughtful place.
MAC will celebrate Swan Day with our women members creating their magic for you at the Center all-day on Saturday, March 27th. Mark your calendars now and watch our events page on the website for schedule and details.
Memphremagog Arts Collaborative
138 Main Street, Downtown Newport
www.memphremagogartscollaborative.com
28th - Hall House Parlor Concert - 2 PM
Samuel Read Hall House, at the Old Stone House Museum, Brownington, VT
"The Matthews Duo, classical guitarist Peter Matthews and flutist Wendy Matthews will perform in the beautifully restored parlors at Hall House, Old Stone House Museum on Sunday afternoon, March 28 at 2 pm. The program opens with music of the 20th century including
Astor Piazolla. The second half of the concert will feature music of 19th century guitarist Mauro Giuliani and others. Also being performed is contemporary composer Robert Beazer's Mountain Songs, which is rooted in folk music popular during the lifetime of Samuel Hall and Alexander Twilight." No charge but donations accepted.
april 2010 3rd - Spring Contra Dance - Enjoy foot-stomping music as you twirl your partner on the hardwood floors.
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$10 (includes refreshments). Back by popular demand, the Mountain Folks bring together talented musicians from various parts of New England and Quebec and will share music from the mountains and the backwoods. Enjoy foot-stomping music as you twirl your partner on the hardwood floors. Bring your friends or meet them here. Jam session follows the dance. Phone: 802-723-6551. NorthWoods Stewardship Center, Ten Mile Square Rd. East Charleston, VT. Web: www.northwoodscenter.org
11th -Hall House Parlor Concert - 2 PM
Samuel Read Hall House, at the Old Stone House Museum, Brownington, VT
"String Band music and traditional American tunes will be performed by NEK favorites Daniels & McGinnis on April 11, Sunday afternoon 2 pm. The parlor at newly restored Hall House provides an early 1800's setting for this duo's fine acoustic music and vocals. This concert is second in a series at Old Stone House Museum in Brownington, Vt." No charge but donations accepted.
28th - Spring Changeover at the MAC Center for the Arts
Join us for a wine and cheese reception celebrating spring with new works by Members of the Memphremagog Arts Collaborative.
5 - 7:30 PM
138 Main Street, Downtown Newport
may 2010 14th and 15th -
24 Hours for the Arts - Capital Fund kick-off event for the Memphremagog Arts Collaborative
Details at Capital Campaign
May 15th - 7 Solos ... A Musical Journey
Closing Program for the MAC 24 Hours for the Arts
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What do a Hornpipe, Ocarina, Bagpipe, Recorder, Jaw's Harp, Double Pipes and Bone Flute all have in common?
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Based on a recital of the same name, 7 SOLOS is a special recital on film. Wayne displays his virtuosity and versatility on 7 instruments performing music spanning 7 centuries.
Shot on location in Vermont, the film depicts 7 scenes of a wandering musician searching for his place in a strange world, a world that seems to be devoid of people at first.
Many of the instruments are as unusual as the settings they are played in- hornpipe, clay flute, hümmelchen (small bagpipe), baroque alto recorder, trump (jawsharp), double pipes and bone flute.
Join us as we welcome Wayne for a showing of this great short movie and then a live performance.
Wine and chees reception following.
Tickets: $10 - available at the Center starting May 1st.
22nd - Dandelion Run – Just for the Fun of It!
The Dandelion Run is a competitive and recreational half marathon (with relay options) on back roads deep in the heart of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Don't let the name fool you. The “Dandy” is a hilly, thigh-burning challenge. Your reward: a run that takes you through farms and forests, on dirt roads through uncut green fields blanketed with thousands and thousands of dandelions. The “Kingdom” is one of ten geotourism areas in the world, specially designated by National Geographic. And there is no more beautiful time of year than the height of dandelion season. It's Spring! It's time to run!! Just for the fun of it!!!
For complete Informaton, visit Thhe Dandelion Run Website
29th and 30th - Vermont Open Studio Weekend
Memphremagog Arts Collaborative
138 Main Street
Downtown Newport 802-505-1265
Join the members of the Collaborative as the join in this annual statewide ceebration of art. Many members will be on hand creating their artistic magic.
10 AM - 5:30 PM both days.
30th - 11 am and 2 pm - Remembrance: A Memorial Workshops
In preparation for this special exhibit coming in July, (See July 11th below), Merilee Bowers, creator of the exhibit will conduct 2 workshops at the MAC Center.
They are limited to 20 people each and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If you would like to take the workshop, please email us at Macarts@live.com
Attend a Remembrance workshop- Participants will create abstract figurative sculptures to update Remembrance as new casualties are realized. Children 14 or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
This is a Memorial in process and will continue until all fallen soldiers are represented. All materials provided. No fee required, however donations accepted.
june 2010
5th and 6th - Tour de Kingdom
The 2010 Tour de Kingdom is a one or two day competitive and recreational cycling event that takes you through one of the most scenic areas of Vermont, the Northeast Kingdom - one of ten geotourism areas in the world specially designated by National Geographic. Shaking off the rust from winter? Want to take a ride with your friends or participate in a fun event with the family? Want to compete for time on one or two of our century rides? This event will be right for you! We offer a choice of one or two days of riding, with fully supported loops of varying lengths from 15 miles to 100 miles. Both days start and end at IROC, 400 Quarry Road in Derby, Vermont.
For complete information, visit the Tour de Kingdom Website
july 2010 11th through Labor Day -Remembrance: A Memorial
Opening Ceremonies - Sunday, July 11th beginning at Noon. Memphremagog Arts Collaborative 138 Main Street
Newport, VT
Dedicated to US Servicemen & Women who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan as well as those who continue to serve...
Thus far, Remembrance consists of 4600+ abstract figurative sculptures, each one hand sewn, representing one American life lost in Iraq or Afghanistan. The figure is created using a single tea bag which has been steeped and dried. Tea water is used to dye fabrics and strips of paper containing the individual names of fallen soldiers. The intention of using tea is to infuse the figure and name with comfort and reflection. Tea is closely linked with healing, both physically and emotionally. In many cultures, tea is associated with ceremony and ritual. Shared socially with family and friends, it has an inherent commonality.
Each figure is hand sewn; no glue, tape or adhesives are used in creating the figure. Sewing alludes to concepts of healing; the closing of a wound, both emotionally and physically, as well as connections to family and friends. Sewing is also meditative and rhythmic. It is very comforting see participants reaching out and helping each other; threading needles, sharing materials, and reading the soldiers names that they had chosen to memorialize.
The abstract figurative sculpture is created to reference the human form, and therefore should not be a literal representation with all limbs and head intact. Many soldiers have been killed by IEDs. Many bodies are burned or torn apart. This tragedy is reflected in the form; figures are constructed with missing limbs and/or heads to mirror the harsh reality of war. This harshness is tempered with the care, meditation, and warmth inherent in the sewing process, as well as the bundling of fabrics infused with tea water during the dying process.
All figures include the name of the US service member represented. Some names are more visible than others. It is important to note that some individuals chose to first wrap the tea bag with the name, then bundle and sew the completed figure.
Nearly 1500+ individuals have contributed their time and energy towards this undertaking. After its initial conception in terms of materials, methods, and installation, the endeavor has evolved into a larger expression of empathy. Each abstract figurative sculpture, representing one American soldier killed in Iraq or Afghanistan, is left to the individual to design and construct. In this way, the memorial belongs to the masses. Its progress is influenced by the investment of each individual and continues to grow and evolve.
23rd thru 25th - Kingdom Aquafest
A Vermont summer festival located in the city of Newport Vermont. Kingdom Aquafest is a family event with food vendors, music, and entertainment">
For complete information, visit the Aquafest Website
24th - The Second Annual Kingdom Swim
10 miles, 3 miles, 1 mile, ¼ mile, 100 yard
Kingdom Swim is a true celebration of open water swimming held on Lake Memphremagog in the heart of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont – one of ten geotourism areas in the world specially designated by National Geographic. Kingdom Swim is a competitive and recreational charity swim for all skill levels, young and old alike, offering distances of 10 miles, 3 miles, 1 mile, 1/4 mile and 100 yards on Saturday, July 24th, 2010.
For complete information, visit the Kingdom Swim webiste
Dedicated to US Servicemen & Women who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan as well as those who continue to serve...