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Jayson & Renée Coté: Gear Haus/Fly Haus
What If It Wasn’t My Fault
Northshire Bookstore welcomes author Katy Farber to discuss her young adult novel, What If It Wasn’t My Fault? on April 10
Free Paper Flower Workshop
Continuing the 250 Anniversary Celebration of the Declaration of Independence, the Cavendish Historical Society will be holding a Free Paper Flower Workshop on April 11 at the Cavendish Library
Meet Jayson & Renée Coté of Gear Haus/Fly Haus in Manchester!
Record-Breaking 24 Hours of Stratton 2026
The 24 Hours of Stratton, hosted by the Stratton Community Foundation at Stratton Mountain Resort on March 14-15, celebrated a milestone year, raising a record-breaking amount in fundraising and sponsorships
Old Bennington & the Continental Storehouse
The Bennington Historical Society welcomes historian Bob Hoar to the Bennington Museum to present: Old Bennington & the Continental Storehouse on April 19
2026 Women in Leadership Luncheon
The Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Beacon Bank, is proud to announce the 2026 Women In Leadership Luncheon, returning to Hildene’s Lincoln Hall on May 13. Nominations are being accepted now!
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É.T.É with Keith Murphy & Yann Falquet
Next Stage Arts and Twilight Music present a dynamic double bill featuring the boundary-pushing Québécois trio É.T.É and the masterful Celtic guitar duo Keith Murphy & Yann Falquet on April 11
Folk Roots: Violin vs Fiddle
Taconic Music presents Folk Roots: Violin vs. Fiddle at the Orchard Club in Bennington on April 8
Clue: On Stage
Folk & Craft Gallery
The Dorset Players presents Clue: On Stage at the Dorset Playhouse from April 10-12 & April 17-19. Collect 3 Clue cards around Manchester to win free tickets to the show!
The Folk & Craft Gallery is a new permanent installation at the Bennington Museum highlighting American art and “outsider” artists
Month of April - Community Food Cupboard April Wish List
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Now through April 13 - Enter the Winter Warmth Raffle, proceeds from which help Rutland County Humane Society provide warm bedding, nutritious food, medical care, and safe shelter for animals during the coldest months of the year
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Now through May 3 - Art from the Schools at Southern Vermont Arts Center
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Now through June - The Vermont Firsts Collection, a new exhibit at the Vermont History Museum in Montpelier, now showing the work of painter Bruce K. Mitchell
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Now through July 1 - The Poultney Historical Society has released a Call for Vendors for the 91st Annual East Poultney Day on August 8
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Ongoing - First Baptist Church of Manchester Center seeks donations to support renovations​​​
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April 8 - 11 - Volunteer opportunities with Bennington Habitat for Humanity
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April 1o & 11 - April Friends of the Rutland Free Library Book Sales from 10am to 2pm
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April 20 - 24 - Sign up for April Break Camps at Southern Vermont Arts Center
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Tickets on Sale Now - The inaugural Gather Outdoors Ski + Music + Arts Festival at Stratton Mountain Resort, April 11 & 12
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Tickets on Sale Now - Dead of Summer Music Festival, July 9 through July 12 in Manchester
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Tickets on Sale Now - Green Mountain Bluegrass & Roots Festival, August 13 to August 16 in Manchester
Recurring Local Events
Fill Your Week with Fun! Try Something New!
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Chair Yoga - The Arlington Common (7am & 10am)
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Canasta Masters - Manchester Community Library (12pm)
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Restorative Yoga with Aromatherapy - The Arlington Common (3pm)
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Tai Chi - The Arlington Common (4pm)
Mah Jongg - The Arlington Common
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Live Music - Copper Grouse at the Kimpton Taconic Hotel (Manchester)
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Tai Chi - Manchester Community Library (9am)
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Hatha Yoga- The Arlington Common (9am)
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Toddler Story Time - Manchester Community Library (10:30am)
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Bone Builders - The Arlington Common (10:30am)
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Magic the Gathering Commander - Gamers Grotto (11am, Bennington)
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Dorset Knitters - Dorset Village Library (5pm)
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Trivia Night - Marsh Tavern at the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa (Manchester)
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Trivia Night - New American Grill (Londonderry)
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Pilates - The Arlington Common (9am)
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Chair Yoga- The Arlington Common (10:30am)
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Lunch Time Yoga - The Arlington Common (12pm)
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Zumba - The Arlington Common (4pm)
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Trivia Night - Union Underground (Manchester)
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Hatha Yoga - The Arlington Common (9am)
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Bone Builders - The Arlington Common (10:30am)
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Qigong - The Arlington Common (1:15pm)
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Fly-Tying Workshops - Gearhaus (5pm to 7pm, Manchester)
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Kids’ Storytime - Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library (10am, Arlington)
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Deadlines & Decaf - Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library (Arlington)
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Open Mic Night - Union Underground (Manchester)
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Open Mic Night - New American Grill (Londonderry)
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Trivia Night - Barrows House (Dorset)
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Trivia Night Live! - Bennington Theater (every 2nd Thursday of the month)​
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Pilates, Barre & Mat - The Arlington Common (9am)
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Family Story Hour - Northshire Bookstore (10:30am)
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Yoga Flow - The Arlington Common (5:30pm)
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YA Dungeons & Dragons - Dorset Village Library
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Live Music - New American Grill (Londonderry)
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Live Music - Falcon Lounge at the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa (Manchester)
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Music Bingo - Union Underground (Manchester)
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Open Mic Night - The Arlington Common (last Friday of the month)
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Community Cafe - The Arlington Common (9am to 11am)
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Cookbook Club - Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library (11am, Arlington, every 2nd Saturday of the month)
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Pilates, Cardio Core - The Arlington Common (9:15am)
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Sew & Stitch - The Arlington Common (1st Saturday of each month, 9am to 12pm)
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Public Skate - Riley Rink (12pm, seasonal)
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Dungeons & Dragons - Gamers Grotto (2pm, Bennington)
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Live Music - New American Grill (Londonderry)
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Live Music - Falcon Lounge at the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa (Manchester)
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Note: Events without start times are evenings (6pm onwards). Some events may require pre-registration or fees. Contact the locations directly for further details!