Memorial Day weekend provides an opportunity to remember the sacrifices of those who gave their lives for our freedom, and signifies the unofficial start of summer here in the Northshire. In Manchester, there’s no shortage of opportunities to commemorate our veterans and enjoy the freedom they’ve afforded us.
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Memorial Day sales in Manchester
From Friday through Monday, more than 20 shops in Manchester and nearby will be offering sales in honor of Memorial Day. Learn more at https://www.manchestervermont.com/memorial-day-weekend-sales/, or take a stroll through town to see for yourself.
Tent sale at JK Adams
JK Adams (1430 Route 30, Dorset) will host their semi-annual Tent Sale from Friday through Monday with thousands of serving and cutting boards, factory seconds, overstocks, and more.
Scenic lift rides at Stratton
Scenic lift rides are back at Stratton Mountain Resort (5 Village Lodge Rd., Stratton) starting on Friday. The Gondola will be spinning from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday in celebration of the long weekend. Last ride up the gondola is at 4:30 p.m. All dates are subject to change due to weather and trail conditions – visit www.stratton.com for updates.
‘Company’ at the Dorset Playhouse
The Dorset Players present the Tony Award-winning dark-comedy musical “Company,” with performances at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 25 at the Dorset Playhouse (104 Cheney Rd, Dorset). For tickets, visit www.dorsetplayers.org or call 802-867-5777.
Kids art at Custer Sharp
Londonderry Arts and Historical Society (2461 Middletown Rd, Londonderry) hosts their annual Kid’s Art Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25.
Saturday, May 24
Annual plant and bake sale in Arlington
The Arlington Garden Club will be holding their annual Plant and Bake Sale from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Arlington Community House (3854 Vermont Rte 7A, Arlington).
Plants, books, and baked goods in Winhall
Winhall Memorial Library (2 Lower Taylor Hill Rd, Winhall) will host their annual fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday featuring annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, a variety of books, coffee and baked goods.
A birthday celebration
Epoch Gallery (4826 Main St, Manchester) will celebrate their seventeenth anniversary from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Guests are invited to watch demonstrations of the artist’s creative process, meet the artists themselves, and enjoy refreshments. Full details will be posted on epochvermont.com, Facebook, and Instagram.
Hair clinic in Bennington
The Rutland Area NAACP will host a BIPOC Youth Hair Clinic at the Bennington Multicultural Center (120 Union St., Bennington) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. Appointments are free but space is limited, so make a reservation ahead of time www.actbennington.org/hair-clinic. Please arrive with your hair washed, detangled, and fully prepped. No hair products (oils, gels, or creams) should be in your hair at the time of your appointment.
West River Farmers Market
The market opens for the season from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday at the junction of Route 11 and Route 100 in Londonderry, and will return each weekend until Columbus Day. The West River Farmers Market hosts more than 40 vendors selling everything from vegetables, eggs, plants, meats to ceramics, honey and jewelry.
Bromley Mountain Adventure Park opens
Summer starts at Bromley this weekend with the opening of the mountain’s adventure park from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Learn more on Page B2.
Mayfest returns
The annual Mayfest Arts & Crafts Festival returns to Bennington’s Main Street from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday with a variety of craft and food vendors, music, entertainment, a kid’s zone, and more. Admission is free.
Open House at Dorset Historical Society
Join the Dorset Historical Society on Saturday, anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to welcome the new Director and Curator of the Dorset Historical Society, Jess Hunsicker, at an open house featuring refreshments.
Danby observes Memorial Day
Residents of Danby will observe Memorial Day at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the intersection of South Main St. and Mt. Tabor Ave. with a service culminating in a gun salute.
Play with puppies
Orvis (4180 Main St. Manchester) will host adoptable animals from Lucky Puppy Rescue from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Learn more at www.theluckypuppy.org
Arlington alumni gathering
Graduates of Arlington Memorial High School from all years are invited to join a gathering of alumni at Arlington Common (3938 Vt. Route 7A, Arlington) from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
Live music in Manchester
The Barnstead Inn (349 Bonnet Street, Manchester) will host a band of local students at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Flatlanders Trio features August Stauffer on guitar and vocals, Will Addington on piano, and Edward Stauffer on drums.
Free concert at Stratton
Stratton Mountain Resort will host a free concert on Saturday night featuring “Soulist” Garland Nelson. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. and doors open at 6 p.m., rain or shine. Family activities including the outdoor climbing wall, a face painter, balloon artists and kid’s crafts will also be available.
Sunday, May 25
Doggie and Me 5K
Stratton Mountain Resort will host a family-friendly 5K beginning in the courtyard, looping around the resort, and concluding back in the Village. The first 150 participants and their dogs to register will get a t-shirt, and a portion of proceeds will be donated to Windham County Humane Society. The race begins at 9 a.m., and racers must check-in by 8:30 a.m. For questions, contact the race director at events@stratton.com.
BIPOC Youth Fashion Show
The Rutland Area NAACP will host the “Rock Your Crown” BIPOC Youth Fashion Show from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday at Bennington’s Merchants Park (117 Pleasant St, Bennington). This inspiring event will spotlight the confidence, beauty, and creativity of BIPOC youth across Vermont, offering a powerful runway experience where young people from Kindergarten through 12th grade can express themselves and be celebrated in their full brilliance. All Shades. All Styles. All Genders. All Stories. For more details, visit naacprutland.org/youth-fashion-show-may-25/.
Pig roast and square dance
The Weston Community Association, the Farrar Park Association, the Weston Women’s Club, and Gladys’ Kitchen at The Hub will once again host Weston’s Memorial Day Weekend Pig Roast and Square Dance on from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the Weston Green, on Route 100 in downtown Weston.
Monday, May 26
Memorial Day parade in Arlington
The Arlington Lions Club will host a Memorial Day parade and ceremony at 11 a.m. on Monday with the theme “We Remember.” The route begins at Arlington Recreation Park (Recreation Park Rd, Arlington).
Memorial Day parade in Bennington
A parade sponsored by the American Legion Post #13 will begin at 12 p.m. beginning at the Benn High building on East Main Street in Bennington, and will proceed west on Main Street to Four Corners, and then turn right on North Street. The parade will pause at the VFW building for a salute, and then continue up North Street to the Veterans Home for another salute and wreath laying ceremony.
Memorial Day service and celebration at the Dorset Church
The community is invited to attend the Dorset Memorial Day Service and Parade on Monday, May 26. The service will begin at 1 p.m. at the church (143 Church St, Dorset). The BBQ’ers will be singing and at the end of the service the parade will march to the Maple Hill Cemetery and then return to the Dorset Green for the lowering of the flag. A community picnic will be held at the Dorset Church after the event with hotdogs, lemonade and watermelon.
Live music in Manchester
The Miles Band will perform at The Copper Grouse (3835 Main Street, Manchester) at 5 p.m. on Monday, featuring original songs alongside an eclectic list including artists like James Taylor, Jethro Tull, John Mayer, Van Morrison and more.
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