| VOLUME 29 | * * All Arts News On the Web * * | May 1, 2025 |
ArtBits always features a calendar of the goings on of Franklin County artists. Check out these events around Franklin County. Each issue includes the entire text of our weekly newspaper column. STUFF YOU SHOULDN'T MISS
Franklin County's arts and music gatherings bring new opportunities, gossip, "show-and-tell" and occasional workshops. There are also booked and acoustic Open Mic Nights that feature music, readings, and more from the best new artists in Vermont.
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ST. ALBANS--The Artist In Residence Gallery features different artists each month. This month, the spotlight will be on artist and graphic designer Colleen Blatchly, metal sculptor Rebecca Chomyn, wood turner Toby Fulwiler, and jewelry designer Holly Spier but the live reception has been cancelled. ART ON THE WALLS
Message from AIR: Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Gallery is closed for the next few days and our Thursday Reception is cancelled. We will update and reschedule the Reception at a future date.A.I.R. will continue celebrating the monthly Featured Artists online and on Facebook.
The art and fine craft cooperative features paintings, fiber arts, stained glass, sculpture, lamps, pottery, folk art boxes, scarves, hats and more by 40 Franklin County and surrounding area artists. It is owned and operated by the artists and sponsors. Click here or find them on Facebook for more info.
JEFFERSONVILLE--Bryan Memorial Gallery features pastel drawings by Mad River Valley artist Marilyn Ruseckas. They are in New Visions in the Stowe gallery and on Facebook .
The gallery has exhibits of the landscape painters of New England. The main showcase in Jeffersonville is open Wednesday-Sunday 11 - 4 and the Stowe Gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 - 5. Appointments are available. Call ahead (802.644.5100) to schedule or click here for more info.
ST. ALBANS--14th Star and Once Upon a Rock host a Pebble Art Workshop on this evening at 6 p.m. This workshop will use pebbles, rocks, stones, driftwood, and lake glass to create artwork. From framed pieces to candle holders, each piece is unique. They provide guidance and inspiration; what you make will be completely your own creation. ART YOU CREATE
The cost is $35. Click here of find them on Facebook for tickets and more info.
SWANTON--The Swanton Arts Council hosts Cardmaking with Barb in the Methodist Church today at 2 - 4 p.m. All supplies are provided. The card making workshops take place the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call or email Barb Switzer (802.752.7917) or the Swanton Library , or click here to register or for more info.
ONLINE and WHITE RIVER JUNCTION--Vermont Humanities continues the weekly Snapshot Series with poet Elizabeth A.I. Powell to discuss Louise Glück: Vermont’s Nobel Laureate at Junction Arts & Media and online on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Vermont's landscapes inspired Ms. Glück's poems that reflect on the resilience, loss, and beauty that connect human experiences with the natural world. HUMANITIES
Vermont has produced three Nobel laureates: Jody Williams (1997 Peace Prize), poet Louise Glück (2020 in Literature), and Victor Ambros (2024 in Physiology or Medicine). Ms. Glück, the former Vermont State Poet and onetime Goddard College teacher, won for her distinctive poetic voice. Another Poet Laureate of Vermont, Robert Frost was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature 31 times but never won it, despite receiving four Pulitzer Prizes in poetry and the Congressional Gold Medal.
"Register for this free event" for the link to the stream. Call Vermont Humanities (802.262.2626) or click here or here to register and for more info.
MORRISVILLE--Mark Timney explores Sorting the News from the Chaff live at a time that the Internet has made it both easier and harder to find "truth" at Morristown Centennial Library on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Call Lamoille Neighbors (802.585.1233) or click here for more info.
ST. ALBANS--Magic is a performance art as well as a personal space. Moonshadows Gifts for the Spirit hosts Magic & Moonlight this evening at 5 p.m. The welcoming space and discussion group is for magic lovers of all paths to gather, share, and grow together. Find them on Facebook for more info. MAGIC
JEFFERSONVILLE--Bryan Memorial Gallery hosts Multimedia Collages with Alyssa DeLaBruere on Saturday ar 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The workshop will cover techniques in texture, relief, layering and depth as to create compositions with handmade papers, fibers, and unique surfaces from around the world. Materials are included. The cost is $275. Members may use promo code "BMGMEMBER." Click here or here to register or for more info. WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
MORRISVILLE--The River Arts May Open Studio Figure Drawing offers a full nude session today at 3:30 p.m. There will be a combination of short and medium-length poses, and a longer-form pose at the end. River Arts limits nude sessions to ages 16 and older. This session isn't just for figure drawing; sculptors, painters, and photographers are welcome. The cost is $15 with pre-registration preferred. Click here to register and for more info.
MONTGOMERY--Montgomery Center for the Arts hosts Birch Bark Basketry with Elliot Cluba on Sunday at 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The class will craft small birch bark baskets using a straight weave. The whole, raw birch bark requires cutting and preparation for weaving. Bring your own lunch, snacks, and beverages. The cost is $100. Click here for reservations and more info.
MILTON--Social Sundays continue at the Milton Artists' Guild Art Center with free weekly art classes for families at MAG on Sunday at 1 p.m. Each week offers a different project. Stay for 30 minutes or the whole two hours. Click here for more info.
Thursday, May 1 ON STAGE LIVE
SOUTH HERO--The Blue Paddle Bistro often hosts Acoustic Thursday on Thursday evenings at 5 - 7 p.m. Click here for more info.
Thursday-Saturday, May 1-3
ESSEX JUNCTION--Sparky's hosts a double header this weekend. The Blues Jam with David and Matthew Nerbak, Eric Belrose and Larry Vigneault, is this evening at 5 - 9 p.m. The Blues Jam will continue on the first and third Thursday of each month. Then Paden Kalinen plays a solo gig as Paden Full Music with acoustic-electric rock music on Friday at 5 p.m. Find them on Facebook for more info.
ESSEX JUNCTION--On Tap starts a weekend of music with Dan Parks tonight at 6 p.m. two shows Friday night, the Shane Murley Band at 5 p.m., and then Sticks and Stones returns for late night music starting at 9 p.m., plus Magnetic Horse live on Saturday night at 9 p.m. Call 802.878.3309 or email for more info. Click here to reserve a table.
Friday, May 2
COLCHESTER--The 2025 Outback season opens the 33rd anniversary of the Spanked Puppy with Jolly Roger live in the Outback on Friday night at 6 p.m. The live music series takes place each Friday, weather permitting. Find them on Facebook for more info.
ST. ALBANS--Cinco de Mayo weekend starts early at 14th Star with acoustic brother and sister duo Sibling Reverie for a night of live music on the Taproom stage on Friday at 6 p.m. Find them on Facebook for more info.
SOUTH HERO--Two Heroes Brewery often has Music in the Pub on Friday and Wednesday evenings. Music starts at 6 or 6:30 p.m. Find them on Facebook for the schedule and more info.
SHELDON--The Abbey Friday Night Music Series often has live performances on Friday about 6:30 p.m. Reservations are suggested. Find them on Facebook for more info.
Friday-Sunday, May 2-4
ST. ALBANS--The Taphouse at Mill River has often shows on Friday and Saturday nights in May. Music starts about 5:30 p.m. Find them on Facebook for more info.
ST. ALBANS--Twiggs often has shows on Friday and Saturday nights. This week they host Sister Speak on Friday and Will Austin returns live on Saturday night. Music starts about 6:30 p.m. Call 802.524.1405 or find them on Facebook for more info. Click here to book a reservation or to visit the art on the walls.
Saturday, May 3
ENOSBURG--The Opera House at Enosburg Falls presents pianist Carolyn Enger with Resonating Earth on Saturday at 7 p.m. Doors at 6:30. Resonating Earth features ambient music of Bach, Debussy, Philip Glass, John Luther Adams, and Caroline Shaw plus imagery of the environment by producer Elliott Forrest, visual artist Myles Aronowitz, and environmental activist and photographer J Henry Fair. Admission is $12 or $10 for those under 12, veterans, and seniors 62+. Click here for tickets and more info.
ST. ALBANS--The Depot presents dancing to Jonny Mop live on Saturday night at 9 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge. Food for purchase and cash bar will be available. Find them on Facebook for more info.
Sunday, May 4
BURLINGTON--Foam Brewers presents Summer Sounds favorite Tyler Mast in a free solo show on Sunday at 1 p.m. The small, independent craft brewery has live music most days. Jazz Thursdays feature some of the Queen City's best jazz musicians. Times vary. Click here for more info.
Monday, May 5
MONTGOMERY--Montgomery Town Hall hosts the Monday Night Improv Comedy Jam with Tam Lantz on Monday at 6:15 p.m. "What better way to end the start of your week than with making up some silly scenarios that will leave you and your scene partners rolling on the floor" This drop-in class works on the magic of manifesting scenes from only a one word suggestion. Improv is a team sport. Your teammates navigate through games and practice scene-work in a comfortable environment every Monday from April 14-May 19. the recommended donation is $5-15/class, or similar barter. Find them on Facebook for more info.
Virtual music and events continue this week. ALMOST LIVE ON STAGE
The Vermont Mandolin Trio with Jamie Maisfield, Matt Flinner, Will Patton, and Pat Melvin on bass performed Chapaquin Hunting at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury and on YouTube.
NW Access TV broadcast the Vermont Maple Festival Parade live on a rainy Sunday, April 27, 2025, and on YouTube.
Summer Sounds favorite Mark Shelton sang Music by the Inch at Inch Beach and on Facebook. He followed with a gospel concert on Facebook on Sunday. Follow him on Facebook for a link to this week's offerings.
HIGHGATE--The Highgate Library and Community Center continues the Muffin Monday Senior Social Hour on Monday at 10 a.m. The program is a community connect to brainstorm opportunities for senior support. Each week will also include coffee and tea, as well as fresh pastries. The program will run every Monday morning and is free for anyone 55 and older. Registration is mandatory as space is limited. Call the Library (802.868.3970) to register and for more info. FRANKLIN COUNTY BOOKSHELF
The library and community center has been selected for the 2025 Sustainable and Resilient New England Libraries Grant of $15,000. The funds will support the library's backyard community gardening program and sustainability-focused services.
SWANTON--The Swanton Free Public Library will be closed through May 19 to update the heating and cooling system. The library will continue some services including books to borrow, computer and printer use, games, and hangouts at the Methodist Church. Many regular programs will be held in the park. Click here or find them on Facebook for popup events through the community and for more info.
Good News!There are so many events around the region that we miss some of them.Be sure to check these calendars for what's happening near you ... |
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