barre- Art Opening. Opening reception for SPA's "On the Planet" exhibit. Tours & talks at the historic quarries at Millstone Hill, 5-6:30pm. Reception & talks at Studio Place Arts, 6:30-8pm. Info. 479-7069.
Barre Farmer's Market. Locally-grown produce, baked goods, syrup and more. City Hall Park, 3-6:30pm.
Career Readiness Certificate Open House. Free program to improve your job skills and employability. Department of Labor, 47 N. Main St., 10am & 3:30pm. Info. 828-4060.
Senior Day. Barre City Manager John Craig will explain the ins and outs of Barre's "Big Dig" starting soon on Main Street. Refreshments provided. Aldrich Library, FREE, 1:30pm.
MORRISVILLE- Lamoille Farmers & Artisan Market. Local food, fine art & crafts and live music. River Arts Ctr, Pleasant St., 3-7pm.
stowe- The Sound of Music. Stowe Theatre Guild present the dramatic tale of Stowe's most famous family, the Von Trapps. Town Hall Theater, $20/$10, 8pm. Info. 253-3961.
Thursday, September 2
MONTPELIER- Ujjayi Pranayama (Full Yoga Breath). Soothe your mind while promoting healing, w/ Rob Gold from River’s Grace Yoga. Hunger Mtn Coop, FREE, 6-7:30pm. Pre-reg. 223-8004 x202.
stowe- The Sound of Music. Town Hall Theatre, 8pm. See 9/1.
waterbury center- Lawn Fest & Craft Sale. Waterbury Center Community Church, 9am-4pm.
Friday, September 3
chelsea- Chelsea Farmers' Market. Produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, more. This week, story time with the Chelsea Public Library. On the North Green, at Routes 110 & 113, 3-6:30pm.
groton- Public Meeting re: Boat Access at Lake Groton. Presentation on possible locations for access, followed by a comment period. Groton Nature Center, Boulder Beach Road, 3pm.
HARDWICK- Hardwick Farmers' Market. Local produce & more. Rte. 15 between Aubuchon Hardware & Greensboro Garage, 3-6pm.
montpelier- Coffeehouse. Music, fellowship and refreshments. Bring a snack to share if you are able. Held the first Friday of every month. Trinity United Methodist Church, 7-9pm.
stowe- The Sound of Music. Town Hall Theatre, 8pm. See 9/1.
WASHINGTON- Washington Village Farmers' Market. 3-6pm.
waterbury center- Lawn Fest & Craft Sale. Waterbury Center Community Church, 9am-4pm.
east orange- Labor Day Parade & Foliage Fun Day. Games, flea market, food, music, more. "Working America" parade starts 11am, pie auction 2pm. East Orange Church. Info. 439-5897 or -5975.
montpelier- Capital City Farmers Market. Local produce, plants, baked goods, live music and more. Corner of State St. & Elm St., 9am-1pm. 223-2958.
northfield- Northfield Labor Day Celebration. Performances on the main stage 1pm-10pm, incl. No Strings Marionettes, Marko, live music, more. Plus NSB footrace 10am & wagon rides 12-3pm.
Chicken Pie Supper. United Church of Northfield, $10/$5 for kids 12 & under, 5pm-7pm.
Stockbridge- Vermont Gas & Steam Engine Assoc. Show & Swap Meet. Display and demos of exceptional antique engines & equipment. Intersection of Routes 100 & 107, FREE, 9am-2pm.
stowe- The Sound of Music. Town Hall Theatre, 8pm. See 9/1.
waitsfield- Waitsfield Farmers Market. Produce, baked goods, meats, crafts, live music, more. Mad River Green, Route 100, 9am-1pm. 472-8027.
Mad River Valley Craft Fair. Featuring over 100 juried artisans, plus demonstrations, live music, food, kids' activities and more. Kenyon's Field, Rte 100, $3/free for kids under 12, 10am-5pm. Info. 496-7907.
waterbury center- Lawn Fest & Craft Sale. Lunch available. Waterbury Center Community Church, 9am-4pm.
Sunday, September 5
barre- Groton Glider Bike Ride. Join Green Mtn Bike Club for a ride from Barre up through Groton Park. Mod/stren. 50-mile loop or strenuous 80-mile loop. Meet at Spaulding H.S., 8:45am. 434-4497.
barre town- "On the Planet" Special Event. Part of the 3-site art exhibit. Millstone Hill quarries, tour & performances 3:15pm, picnic 5:30pm. Rain Date: 9/6. Info. 479-7069.
Northfield- Northfield Labor Day Celebration. Performances by Marko, Banjo Dan, Sherri's Jubilee, Fractal Groove, car show, wagon rides, much more. Main Stage & around the Common, 10am-10pm.
RANDOLPH- New World Festival. Six performance stages celebrating Celtic & French Canadian music & dance, plus food, music, kids’ activities, more. Main Street, $30 adv/$35 at gate or $20 after 6pm/$10 ages 13-18/$5 ages 2-12, noon to midnight. www.chandler-arts.org
Stowe- United States Air Force Band of Liberty. Popular and patriotic songs & more. Trapp Family Lodge Concert Meadow, FREE, open for picnics 4:30pm, concert at 6:30pm. Info. 802-253-7792.
waitsfield- Mad River Valley Craft Fair. Kenyon's Field, Rte 100, 10am-4pm. See description 9/4.
waterbury center- Waterbury Comedy Festival. Feat. Tom Murphy, Fred Garbo, Willem Lange & more. Shows at 1pm, 3:30 & 7pm, plus activities, strolling entertainment, food & more throughout the day. Hope Davey Field, $15/$10 seniors/$25 family of 4, 1-9pm.
Monday, September 6
Bradford- Lawnmower Racing. At the Connecticut Valley fairgrounds, starting at 2pm.
northfield- Northfield Labor Day Celebration. Parade at 10am, performances by NU Drill Team at 12:30pm, Starline Rhythm Boys 1-3pm, wagon rides noon-3pm, pie-eating contest 2pm.
Bake & Gift Sale. Baked goods, drinks, gifts and raffle tickets to benefit the library. Brown Public Library, 8am-2pm.
Tuesday, September 7
barre town- "On the Planet" Self-Guided Tours. Millstone Hill quarries, noon-6pm. Get map & directions at Studio Place Arts.
MONTPELIER- Abby Jenne. Rock guitar music, in the lounge. Main Street Grill & Bar, no cover, 7-10pm.
worcester- Worcester Farmers' Market. Fresh produce and more. Worcester Church Yard, 3-6pm.
Wednesday, September 8
barre- Barre Farmer's Market. Locally-grown produce, baked goods, syrup and more. City Hall Park, 3-6:30pm.
BARRE TOWN- Vermont Modelers Club: Club Meeting. At 7pm on at their model airplane flying field on Airport Road. New members are welcome.
BERLIN- Health Care Reform – What it All Means. Discussion of health care reform and its current & future impact. Central VT Chamber of Commerce, $9 WBON members/$10 non, 8:30-10:30am. 371-3105.
middlesex- The Interstate System Through a Small Town. David Newhall speaks about the effects of the construction of I-89 on Middlesex. Hosted by Middlesex Historical Soc., public welcome, business meeting to follow. Town Hall, FREE, 7pm. Info. 272-8074.
montpelier- History Helper Info Session. Like kids? Love history? Learn about leading tours of the VHS exhibit, Freedom & Unity. VT Historical SocietyMuseum, State St., 1-2pm. Info. 828-2180.
MORRISVILLE- Lamoille Farmers & Artisan Market. Local food, fine art & crafts and live music. River Arts Ctr, Pleasant St., 3-7pm.
warren- Warren Public Library Board of Trustees. General public invited to attend the meeting. Warren Public Library, 8:30am.
Thursday, September 9
berlin- Building Business Blocks: Publicity. Workshop hosted by Central VT Community Action Council. CVCAC, Route 302, FREE, 6-8:30pm. Must pre-register at 476-8493.
chelsea- Chelsea Farmers' Market. Produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, more. This week, blacksmith demonstration with Bill Clemens. On the North Green, at Routes 110 & 113, 3-6:30pm.
HARDWICK- Hardwick Farmers' Market. Local produce & more. Rte. 15 between Aubuchon Hardware & Greensboro Garage, 3-6pm.
WASHINGTON- Washington Village Farmers' Market. 3-6pm.
adamant- The Rustbucket Brothers. Adamant Community Club, intersection of Haggett & Martin Rds., $10 in adv. at Co-op/$15 at door, concert 7pm, optional potluck at 5:30pm.
barre- Ham Supper. Served buffet style. Handicap accessible, walk-ins welcome. First Baptist Church, 24 Washington St. $8/$4.50 under age 10, 5pm & 6pm. RSVP 479-9463.
Managing Lead at Shooting Ranges. Seminar hosted by VT Fish & Wildlife. For Fish & Game Club officers or anyone managing a range. Barre Fish & Game Club, FREE, 9am-5pm. Pre-register 241-3720.
bradford- E-Waste & Hazardous Household Waste Collection.hosted by CV Solid Waste Management Dist., for residents of member towns. Fees apply. Bradford Town Garage, 9am-1pm. 229-9383 x106.
The Ghosts of Old Bradford Academy. Meet costumed students & teachers from the 19th & 20th century. Bradford Academy, $5 for ages 13+, walking tours at 1pm, 1:30 & 2pm. Info. 222-4423.
east calais- Peter J. Hebert Memorial Co-Ed Softball Tournament. All profits benefit Peaks for Parkinson's. East Calais Rec Field, $200 per team. To enter or join a team, call 535-8798.
EAST Montpelier- Trail Cleanup. Cross VT trail along Rte 2 9am-5pm - 498-0079 X 2.
Silent Auction. To benefit East Montpelier "Signpost" newsletter. East Montpelier Elementary School, noon-6:30pm, pick up items 7-8pm. Info. 223-6934.
groton- Hike w/Green Mtn Club. Easy/moderate 5-mi. hike on trails in Groton State Forest. Rain will cancel. Meet at Montpelier H.S. or Marshfield Town Clerk's office. Call 454-1234 for meeting times.
middlesex- Book Release Party. Poet Andy Leader reads from his new book, "Back from the Land." Plus live traditional music, & café open for refreshments. Red Hen Café & Bakery, 1pm. 223-7796.
montpelier- Capital City Farmers Market. Local produce, plants, baked goods and more. Corner of State St. & Elm St., 9am-1pm. 223-2958.
Pianist Michael Arnowitt: Beethoven & Arnowitt VII. Feat. "Hammerklavier" sonata. Part of Capital City Concerts. Unitarian Church, $10-$25, 7:30pm. Tix at Bear Pond Books or capitalcityconcerts.org.
Growing Local Fest. Local food vendors, beer tent, workshops, live music, kids' activities, pesto & home-brew contests, more. VT College of Fine Arts green, $10/$5 students & seniors/$20 family, 2-7pm.
plainfield- Plainfield Old Home Day. Church yard sale 8:30am-3pm; parade 11am starting at park & ride; chicken BBQ & games at Rec. Field; plus fun run, bouncy castle, duck races,more. 454-8404.
Art Opening. Meet award-winning photographer Kurt Budliger and view his works in the exhibit, "Light on the Land: Autumn Selections." Blinking Light Gallery, 4-6pm. Info. 454-0141.
randolph- Outdoor Fish Fry. With homemade fries, coleslaw, rolls and beverage. Hosted by Randolph/Brookfield Masons. Grants Camp, Hebard Hill Rd., $10/$5 kids under 6, 4-7pm. Info. 728-5332.
waitsfield- Waitsfield Farmers Market. Produce, baked goods, meats, crafts, live music, more. Mad River Green, Route 100, 9am-1pm. 472-8027.
woodbury- Pink Ride Motorcycle Poker Run for Breast Cancer Awareness. Register at White Rock Pub beginning 9am, ride starts 10:30am, $25 single rider/$40 double. Info. 522-5331.
Sunday, September 12
craftsbury- Free Enterprise Farming: Producing Raw Milk for Direct Sale. Hosted by Rural Vermont, bring a lunch. Lathe Farm, $10 members/$20 non, 11am-3pm. RSVP 223-7222.
