Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike on the Main Stage. Winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play. Two acts: Two hours, 30 minutes, with an intermission.

July 31 - August 23

A Chorus Line on the Main Stage. The legendary Broadway musical. Two hours, no intermission.

August 28 - September 6

Uncle Vanya on the Main Stage. A fresh take on a modern classic. Two acts: Two hours, 30 minutes, with an intermission.

Other Stages . . .

June 19 - July 12
The Three Little Pigs at the Weston Rod & Gun Club. A musical for young audiences and the young at heart. 50 minutes, no intermission.

July 24 - August 3  

Stoop Stories at the Weston Rod & Gun Club.  

A one-woman tour de force. 80 minutes, no intermission, strong language.

August 14 - September 7

The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns at the Weston Rod & Gun Club. Sequel to the off-Broadway hit. Two hours, one intermission.

The Wilder Memorial Library in Weston is very excited to offer the Reading Treasure Hunt to preschool through high school aged youth during their summer vacation. The program rewards youth for reading over the summer with coupons to local businesses that can be redeemed for various treats.

More information and guidelines can be found on the Library's website at: http://wildermemoriallibrary.org/programs/reading-treasure-hunt/

Chilled Pea Soup with Mint

• 1 small onion
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 pounds frozen peas (petite)  
• 5 cups chicken or vegetable stock (or low-salt broth) 
• ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves
• ½ cup packed fresh flat or Italian parsley
• ½ cup non-fat plain yogurt
• 2-3 tablespoons water
• 12-18 very small mint leaves (or larger leaves that have been sliced in thin strips (i.e., chiffonade)

1. Finely chop the onion.

2. In a 4-quart heavy saucepan, cook onion in butter with salt to taste over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened. About 5 minutes.

4. Stir in mint, parsley and remaining 2 cups stock and simmer on low heat until warmed through. About 7-8 minutes.

6. Soup is best served at room temperature so chill in a refrigerator until about ½ hour before your meal.

Serves six and can easily be doubled and tripled as needed. Adapted by Claudia from a recipe in the June 1999 issue of Gourmet Magazine. 

On-Going Summer Events

Friday evenings - Okemo's Summer Music Series at Jackson Gore. Schedule and details at http://www.okemo.com/press/newsroom/musicseries.asp

June 23 - September 1

Mildred's Crusin' from 5:30-7:00 PM on the last Monday of each month, June through September. Located at The Vermont Country Store parking lot. Drive up in your classic car or hot rod and enjoy the fun.  

June 29 - August 4

Concerts at Kinhaven Music School: Fridays, 4 PM, Sundays, 2:30 PM, (students), Saturdays, 8 PM (faculty). Information at: http://www.kinhaven.org/concerts/

July 5 - August 24

Stratton Mountain's Saturday Under the Stars Free Concerts.  Lineup and information at http://www.stratton.com/events-and-activities/stratton-activities/summer-activities/live-music.aspx

July 8 - August 19

Tuesday Concerts on the Green in Manchester (6-8 PM). Check online for lineup and events:  http://www.visitmanchestervt.com  

June 29 - August 24

Sundays on the Hill Concert Series at Weston's Church on the Hill - Admission is $5, open seating, doors open at 3 PM. Information at http://vtchurchonthehill.org/.

June 29 - Robert Gruca (guitar)

July 13 - Montclair Brass Quintet

July 20 - Counterpoint (vocal ensemble)

August 3 - International String Trio

August 10 - The Eliot Quartet (strings)

August 24 - Harp and Soul

Wednesday, June 18

Neighborhood Connection Fundraising Dinner at Jake's Restaurant

Wednesday, June 18

2014 Plymouth Strawberry Festival - Bring on the Berries, the BBQ and the Prizes!!! It's Plymouth Strawberry Festival Time again!!!  When?  Wednesday, June 18th from 5 - 8 at Camp Plymouth State Park.  Admission is free and will be held rain or shine. http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/event/2014-plymouth-strawberry-festival/ 

June 19 - 22

Wanderlust Festival at Stratton - A festival of yoga, music, farm to table dinners, nature, hikes and beauty. More information and lineup at http://stratton.wanderlustfestival.com/ 

Saturday, June 21

Brattleboro Brewers Festival - Music, Food and plenty of Micro Brews. VABEC fields, 40 University Way, Brattleboro. Price: $30 in advance. Information athttp://www.brattleborobrewersfestival.com/ 

June 21-22

Vermont History Expo 2014 - A biennial celebration of Vermont's history and heritage featuring heritage animals, traditional crafts, local history exhibits, author talks, scholarly presentations, living history, and more. $10 adults, $5 children, 1/2 price in period costume. More information at http://www.vermonthistory.org/expo. Hosted by the Vermont Historical Society. Tunbridge Fairgrounds, 10:00 am-5:00 pm.

Monday, June 23

Weston Playhouse's Community Cookout - 5 PM. Join the staff, actors and directors of the Weston Playhouse for their annual community potluck picnic. Burgers and dogs provided, bring a salad, side or salad. Park Street, next to the Playhouse.  

Sunday, June 29 - Sundays on the Hill concert at Church on the Hill, Weston. 4 PM: Robert Gruca, guitar.  

Sunday, June 29

Peter Yarrow at Israel Congregation of Manchester - The event will take place at the Israel Congregation, 6025 Main St. Manchester Center, Vermont 05255. Tickets a can be purchased at the Northshire Bookstore, 4869 Main St, Manchester Center, VT 05255. All proceeds from the event will support the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies!

Tuesday, July 2

Vermont Symphony Orchestra's Summer Festival Tour - Manchester. The Vermont Symphony Orchestra unveils a "Let's Dance!" theme for its 2014 summer tour. Music for waltz, swing, polka, and salsa by Strauss, Delibes, Borodin, Gershwin, Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller. The 1812 Overture, marches, and fireworks conclude the show. Information at:  

http://www.vso.org/eventview.php?id=123  

Friday, July 4 - Walking Tour of Weston's Historic District, 2 PM. Meet at the Village Green. 

Manchester, VT's Fireworks - choreographed to music and a tribute to the Equinox Guards, Manchester's Civil War Company (Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park starting at 9:00 PM). Free open pool during the day, concert before fireworks. Food by the Lions Club. Admission is free.

Saturday, July 5

Londonderry's Old Fashioned 4th of July Parade and Fireworks - The parade starts at 11 AM and winds its way along Main Street between the town garage and the Mountain Marketplace. Fireworks at dusk at Magic Mountain.

July 12 - 14

Second Annual Grafton Food Festival - The second annual Grafton Food Festival is a food-lovers event celebrating local food + farms in southern Vermont. Sample local food + beverages and enjoy cooking demonstrations from top chefs. Saturday, July 12 open from 10 am - 6 pm in historic Grafton Village; $10 pp, free for kids 12 + under. Sunday July 13, enjoy a farmer's market & breakfast featuring the Festival's food vendors. www.GraftonFoodFestival.com 

Friday, July 18

Manchester's "Hometown Vermont" Streetfest on historic Main Street, 6 to 9 PM. Featuring The Don't Leave Band, food and drinks, vendors. Admission is free.