The November/December issue of Yankee Magazine features a lovely photo-essay entitled "When the Leaves Come Down: Muted Light Infuses Images of Vermont's Landscapes as Late Fall Days Turn to Early Winter."  The photos were stunning and it reminded me why Vermont appeals to people in all four seasons (or seven, if you count our stick, mud and bug seasons).



For those of us that have the great fortune of living here year-round, it's a time to reconnect with our community - for example, the Weston Community Association's annual potluck supper is November 20th and there are local game dinners throughout the area during the couple of weeks.  It is also the time of year when visitors and vacation-home owners can be reminded of how strong and vibrant this community is . . . even without the hustle and bustle of the summer season or the arrival of our winter ski patrons.



Take care and be well,

 

Ayurvedic nutrition counselor and chef Lini Mazumdar of Anjali Farm in South Londonderry is now offering Tiffin dinners for pick-up on Wednesdays. Tiffins offer a nutritious, home-cooked Indian meal that is packaged in a stackable stainless steel container (i.e., a Tiffin carrier). Lini's Tiffin dinner has five parts: Basmati rice, lentils, a vegetable dish, raita, and a meat dish. The menu changes weekly, depending on the season, availability, and freshness and whenever possible the ingredients are local and organic and the meat is free of hormones and antibiotics.

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(Note: If you know of a community event that you would like included in this calendar, please submit the information to me no later than the 10th of the preceding month.)

 

 

Saturday, November 16

Pawlet's Wild Game Dinner - The Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department will serve its 45th annual "Wild Game and Chicken and Biscuit Supper" at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the station on Route 133. The exotic menu includes moose, venison and bear (roasted, stewed or meat-balled), and chicken and biscuits for more conservative palates. Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children under 12. For information, call 802-325-3495.

 

Sunday, November 17, 2013

Historian/Author Howard Coffin, Misty Valley Books at Chester's Stone Church (211 North St. Route 103). Historian Howard Coffin will present his most recent book, Something Abides, at the First Universalist Church in Chester's Stone Village at 2 pm. Coffin is the third in Misty Valley Books' annual Vermont Voices series. With the help of this book, Civil War sites can be located as in no other state, taking the reader through the hill farms and small towns that look more like the Civil War era than in any other state.For more information call Misty Valley Books at (802) 875-3400 or visit www.mvbooks.com.

 

Wednesday, November 20

Weston Community Association's Annual Meeting and Potluck Supper. Residents of Weston and neighboring towns are invited to join the fun. 6 PM at the Weston Playhouse. Ham, cider and coffee will be served and guests should bring a dish to share AND their own plates and eating utensils. All welcome but reservations are REQUIRED. Call (802)875-3047.

 

November 22-24

Okemo Ski & Snowboard Swap. The Annual Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap to benefit Okemo Mountain School is the place to gear up for the winter with new and used gear at great prices. You will find everything you need: skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, helmets, goggles, outerwear, and more! Main Base Lodge of Okemo Mountain. More information at: http://www.okemo.com/events/calendar.asp?action=view&id=3967&date=11/22/2013#events

 

Saturday, November 23

John Specker, the "Father of the Ithaca Sound", and his daughter Ida Mae will present a Concert of Traditional American Fiddle Music on Saturday, November 23rd, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., at the Andover, VT Town Hall. Admission is Free and all are welcome, including children.  

Saturday, November 23

Tinmouth Volunteer Fire Department's Annual Game Supper - The Gourmet "all you can eat" menu includes: Venison and Moose Sauerbraten, Game cornbread Chili, Secret marinated roasts of Venison, Moose, and Bear, Smoked Moose, Wild Italian Meatballs. Also: Chicken and biscuits, mashed potatoes and squash, salads, rolls, beans, and over 100 homemade pies! 4:00 P.M. Takeouts available. Adults: $15.00, children 6-12: $10:00 and children under 6: Free. Tinmouth Community Center, 573 Route 140, Tinmouth. http://tinmouthvt.org/MainPages/Events/CalendarDetail.php?GetEventID=1925

 

Sunday, November 24

 

Holiday Crafts Bazaar at the Weston Playhouse - In the tradition of an old fashioned Christmas, join us for our 33rd Annual Christmas Bazaar!  There will be decorations, food, crafts, hand knits, and more.  Santa will be here for the kids and pictures.  Lunch is available.

  

Saturday, November 30

 

Saturday, November 30

 

Tuesday, December 3

Madeline and the Bad Hat at the Paramount Theater in Rutland.

ArtsPower's Madeline and the Bad Hat, an original musical based upon the much-loved book, captures the blithe yet touching spirit of Ludwig Bemelmans's Madeline series. It traces the adventures of a young Parisian girl who - despite starting off on the wrong foot with a mischievous new neighbor - eventually learns that first impressions aren't everything. 10am, tickets are $6.75. For more information, contact (802)775-0570.

Saturday, December 7

 

Christmas in Weston - Ring in the holiday season with this old fashioned celebration of family fun bringing in the Holiday Season. No charge. Tours, horse-drawn wagon rides, Santa, caroling and more. At the Vermont Country  Store, the Museums, the Old Parish Church and other locations throughout Weston. 11 AM - 5 PM. Funds raised during the event will support Just Neighbors, a non-profit volunteer organization that began by obtaining, splitting and delivering firewood to those in need. 

 

Saturday, December 7

Okemo Cares & Shares Food Drive - When skiers and snowboarders donate at least five non-perishable food items (or 100 packs of ramen), a new child's toy, or a new clothing item, they receive a coupon for a $39 lift ticket good that day.  http://www.okemo.com/events/calendar.asp?action=view&id=3965&date=12/7/2013#events  

 

Saturday, December 7

Manchester's Annual Lighted Tractor Parade - Antique tractors covered with holiday lights parade through downtown Manchester with special guests Mr. & Mrs. Claus! 5 PM at Routes 7A and Bonnet Street, starting at the Dorr Farm, Manchester Center, VT 05255. Call the Manchester Chamber for more information: (802) 362-6313.

 

Wednesday, December 14