2008 Summer Events
I've copied-and-pasted from previous comments that joshthephenom posted, and added a few. Feel free to add more. I apologize for the crap formatting toward the middle... I don't have time to fix it. Might come back to fix it later. Might not.

P.S. My apologies if someone posted a comment and it got deleted. I had problems with my computer/WWW connection, a cat in heat, and slippery fingers.

P.P.S. I'm adding more events to this list. Feel free to suggest anything that still hasn't been mentioned.

Brandon Farmers' Market
May 23 - Oct. 10
Fridays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Central Park
Vendors sell the freshest produce, breads, jams, honey, maple products, and crafts.

Dorset Farmers' Market
Sundays, maybe 11-2 or so.
Dorset, Vt., right on Route 30
Wide variety of stuff, plus music.

Fair Haven Farmers' Market
June - September
Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m
802) 265-8600
Held in downtown Fair Haven's beautiful park on the green,
Plenty of vendors with a variety of fresh vegetables canned jams, jellies, pickles and numerous hand-made crafts.

Poultney Farmers' Market
June 5- September
Thursdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m
(802) 325-3202 for more information.
Features fresh Vermont produce, baked goods, maple syrup, crafts and more.

Rutland Farmers' Market
May - October
Tuesday evenings
Sat. 9 AM - 2 PM
Downtown Rutland's Depot Park
Features fresh produce, Vermont products, baked goods and more, direct from local farmers.


Christopher Laro reads excerpts from his new novel, Delcina's Tree
July 25
Rutland
Cafe Terra
Center Street
7-9 p.m.
A few of Chris's friends will join him with their poetry and music.
Call Chris at 483-6397 for more info.

Jon Gailmor performs music for humans, prenatal through prehistoric
July 25
Brandon
Central Park
6:30 pm
Spanning the entire emotional spectrum. Humor and audience involvement.

SOAR SUMMERFEST
July 25, 26, 27
Brandon
Events occur throughout the weekend at venues in and around downtown Brandon.
For more information call 247-6422.
Includes music, theatre, dance, visual arts, food and much more! The SOAR Summerfest is a unique hands-on festival where you will not only see student and juried artists’ works but try it yourself as areas practitioners share their knowledge and talents in workshops. There are activities for all ages and interests. .

Friday Night Live
July 25
Rutland
Center St.
5 - 10 PM
Downtown Rutland Partnership, 773-9380.
Open air market with entertainment and food, featuring music by The Proctor Connection Rock Band and Revision, 6-10 p.m.

Adam Payne and 2Adam12
July 25
Ludlow
Okemo Mountain at Jackson Gore
6 PM until sundown
Bring your lawn chairs, bring a Frisbee, and enjoy warm summer sunsets with great music, a cold beverage, and friends and family.

“Three Centuries”, KMF Artists, including KMF Ensemble in Residence and The Boston Trio
The Killington Music Festival Music in the Mountains
July 26
Killington
Rams Head Lodge, Killington Resort
7 PM
$20
802-422-1330.
Concert features showstoppers spanning three centuries including Shostakovich's Piano Trio No. 2 and Brahms' beloved chamber work, his Piano Quintet in F Minor,

Ethnic Celebration
July 26
Proctor
Main Street Park
4 PM - 6 PM
An ethnic potluck, music and entertainment highlight Proctor’s marble heritage and the people who contributed to it. Locals are encouraged to bring a dish showcasing their Ethnic Heritage for the pot luck dinner. Beverages are provided. The event will be held rain or shine.

Rick & the Ramblers Concert
July 26th
Poultney
Lake St. Catherine State Park
3034 VT Route 30 South
2 PM
(802) 287-9158
High energy danceable western swing and Vermont-grown original music

The Rutland City Band
July 27th
Rutland
Main St. Park
Located at the corner of Main St (Rt 7) and West St.
7 - 8:30 PM
Concert every Sunday.

The Carving Studio and Sculpture Center
Open House
July 27th
West Rutland
www.carvingstudio.org.
Guided tours. The West Rutland Historical Society will serve refreshments. Come tour this magical home to some of the most creative art in the State of Vermont.

Starline Rhythm Boys
July 29th
Castleton
Village Green
7 PM
Rain site: Castleton State College, Casella Fine Arts Center
Part of the 12th Annual Summer Concert Series on the Village Green.

July 30 - Rutland, Seven to Sunset Concert - Dave Rowe Trio – Maine Folk Music, perform in Main Street Park, 7-9 p.m., located at the corner of Main St (Rt 7) and West St.

July 30 - Rutland, RAVNAH holds a blood pressure ($2) and foot care ($5) clinic at Godnick Adult Center, 12:30 p.m., for more information call 775-2304.

July 30 - Aug. 3 - Rutland, KoSA International Percussion Workshop and Camp and Festival will be held at Castleton State College 86 Seminary Street, Live & study with some of the world’s finest drum and percussion artists, during the KoSA International Percussion Workshop and Camp, there will be many special evening concerts which will be open to the general public, small charge to the public for all concerts - $10. Tickets may be reserved in advance by calling 802-468-1119.(514) 482-5554 or (800) 540-9030. www.kosamusic.com

July 31 - N. Clarendon, RAVNAH holds a blood pressure ($2) and foot care ($5) clinic at Community Center, 12:30 p.m., for more information call 775-2304.

July 31 - Proctor, Jazzmosis performs in Proctor’s Main Street Park, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., rain location is the Union Church in Proctor, admission is free, 459-2220.

July 31 - Killington, Killington Music Festival Young Artist Concert will be held at Rams Head Lodge, Killington Road, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., free tickets, for more information call 773-4003.

July 31 - Killington, Dan Walker...Americana Roots Music performs at the Killington Summer Concert Series, Sherburne Memorial Library, 6-7:30pm, free, open to all. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic and enjoy!

July 31 - Belmont, Proctor Connection performs free outdoor concert on the Green, 7 p.m., bring a lawn chair and enjoy an hour of entertainment by local musicians.

July 31 - Aug. 23 - Weston, Weston Playhouse Theatre Company presents "Les Miserables", Times vary. The international blockbuster makes its long-awaited Vermont premiere in one of the largest productions ever mounted on the Weston stage! Winner of eight Tony awards including Best Musical, this unforgettable saga of love, courage and redemption in the life of escaped prisoner, Jean Valjean, is told through such memorable songs as “Who Am I?,” “Master of the House,” and “One Day More.” Tickets: $29 to $55. For tickets and more information visit www.westonplayhouse.org or call 802.824.5288.

Ethnic Festival and Sidewalk Sales
August 1st and 2nd
Rutland
Downtown
9 AM - 11 PM
http://www.rutlanddowntown.com/ethnic.html
Free music and entertainment. Lots of stuff aimed at kids and adults. One of my favorite events in the Rutland area. Should be more listed on the site soon.

Northeast Kingdom Music Festival
August 1 & 2
Albany (head north on Route 14 for two hours or so; if you hit Canada, you passed it).
www.nekmf.com/
"Grassroots, independent, non-corporate sponsored, family-friendly by day and off the hook party by night festival featuring Roots and Rythym oriented music in eclectic categories."

Champlain Valley Folk Festival
August 1-2
Kingsland Bay State Park, Ferrisburgh
www.cvfest.org
A gentle little gem of a festival right on the shores of the lake. Traditional music and dance.

Mozart Music Festival (it's not just Mozart)
July 12-Aug. 3
www.vtmozart.org
All over Vermont, under the stars, bring a picnic dinner.
This season's offerings include, among others, Pirates of Penzance, "Shubert on the Shore," "Beethoven on the Bay," and "Jazz for Young People." Reserve tix in advance $28-$50.

Antique & Classic Car Meet
August 8-10
Stowe
7am-6pm
www.vtauto.org
Supposedly the premiere classic auto show in New England.

Vermont Art Festival
August 1-31
Mad River Valley
www.vermontartfest.com
Art exhibits, demos, tours, performances, and workshops

Vermont Garlic & Herb Fest
August 30 & 31
Bennington
www.lovegarlic.com
Finish up the summer with the ever popular stink-fest!
Tasty treats to tide you over til the...

137th Tunbridge World's Fair
Sept. 11 - 14
www.tunbridgefair.com/

From the Vermont State website:

http://www.vermont.gov/portal/government/article.php?news=511
August Events

The "Seven Days" Summer Guide:

http://www.7dvt.com/summerguide

(Searchable by regions!)

The "Seven Days" Calendar:

http://www.7dvt.com/sdvt_event/day-view?#tabs-event_tabs-3