Community Events
Sports and the OutdoorsStowe Men's Pickup Softball
A fun way to start your Saturday morning! Go to the Gables Inn located on the Mountain Road and follow the signs for the softball game. Men ages 16 and up are welcome to attend and all you need to do is show up with your glove. For more information, please call Skip Wentz at 802-253-8011 or Leo Clark at 802-253-7517.
Time: Saturday, July 14: 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Free Fly Fishing Casting Clinics
Come learn to fly fish with us on our stocked trout pond using specially designed training techniques for the average beginner or the "fish out of water". During our 2-hour clinic, we will teach you both the roll cast and false cast, as well as briefly educate you on the aquatic life of our native trout & its specific food sources. Call us at the Fly Rod Shop to join us for our FREE casting clinic. All equipment is provided, class limited to 10, call to reserve your space. Ask us about our Daily Guided Fishing Tours.
Time: Saturday, July 14: 9:00 am-10:30 am
Evening at Sterling Pond
Hike Vermont's Long Trail north to Elephants Head Trail and Sterling Pond. Moderate level of difficulty, 4.8 miles. Interested hikers should meet at 6 p.m. at the Route 108 Long Trail crossing in Stowe. For more information, contact Bruce Bushey, 893-2146 or BrBshey@verizon.net.
Time: Saturday, July 14: 6 p.m.
"Pedal for Paws"
North Country Animal League's Century Bike Ride.
Michael Franti & Spearhead
Higher Ground presents Michael Franti & Spearhead. Michael Franti is the creator and driving force behind Michael Franti & Spearhead, a band that blends hip hop with a variety of other styles including funk, reggae, jazz, folk, and rock. He is also an outspoken supporter for a wide spectrum of peace and social justice issues. Tickets $30 in advance.
Time: Thursday, July 12: 9:00pm, doors open at 8:00pm.
Gregory Douglass with Syd
Higher Ground presents Gregory Douglass with Syd. With 5 critically acclaimed, independent CDs under his belt, Douglass delivers the songwriting skills of an "old soul" and "the voice of an angel" (Seven Days). His evocative amalgamation of contemporary folk, pop, and rock have been compared to Tori Amos, Jeff Buckley, Patty Griffin & Rufus Wainwright. Emerging in the wake of Dave Matthews' tremendous success, Syd is another dynamic performer that relies on an uptempo sounds and percussive guitar style. Born in raised in Vermont, Syd started as a drummer but moved to the guitar at the age of 15. Tickets $11 in advance.
Time: Friday, July 13: 8:30pm, doors open at 8:00pm.
Built to Spill
Higher Ground presents Built to Spill. Built to Spill was formed in 1992 by Doug Martsch. The band released 'You in Reverse' last year--the group's first studio album in five years. Martsch has cited Dinosaur Jr.'s J Mascis' style of heavy, catchy guitar hooks as an influence on what has come to be Built to Spill's call sign. The band has also cited Neil Young, Pavement and Camper Van Beethoven as influences. Built to Spill has been cited as an important influence for fellow indie rockers Modest Mouse and Death Cab for Cutie. Tickets $16 in advance.
Time: Saturday, July 14: 8:30pm, doors open at 8:00pm.
Film and Music on a Summer Night (free admission)
A balmy summer evening, a soft grassy lawn, a delicious picnic supper, first class live music, and a fantastic movie shown on a huge screen! Join us for this FREE event this summer. Music: The Will Patton Band - Hot-club style, Parisian jazz with some of Vermont's best swinging string players. Film: The Purple Rose of Cairo - Woody Allen's charming bittersweet story of a matinee idol who steps down from the screen and into the arms of the waitress who loves him.
Time: Saturday, July 14: 7:00 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday Jazz Brunches at Ye Olde England Inne
Enjoy a brunch at the Ye Olde England Inne along the Mountain Road accompanied by live music. For more information call 802-253-7558.
Time: Sunday, July 15: 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Music in the Meadow
Stowe Performing Arts presents Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience. The concert is held at the historic Trapp Family Lodge and spectators sit in the grassy meadow and watch the sunset while listening to the music and picnic. Fireworks at the conclusion of the concert. Bring a blanket, folding chair or something to sit on.
Time: Sunday, July 15: 7:30pm, gates open at 5:30pm for picnicking
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Exposed! 2007
Annual outdoor sculpture exhibit opening on Saturday, July 14 at the Helen Day Art Center and throughout Stowe Village.
"Sacred Places, Landscapes Evoking Vermont's Beauty"
Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery - Now showing: New paintings by Stowe artist Craig Mooney. The Gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Closed on Tuesdays. For more information call 802-253-1818.
The Traveling Artist
Helen Day Art Center - Showing through August 25th in the Main Gallery. Featured Artists are Susan Abbot, Ethan Hubbard, Paton Miller, Simon Parkes, Judith Stone, and Jerald Swope, with an additional travel journal exhibit featuring Cacky Peltz, Janet Fredericks and Nona Estrin. For more information, please call 802-253-8358.
Interpreting Nature, part 2
Helen Day Art Center - Photography Exhibit in the East Gallery. For more information, please call 802-253-8358.
"Quintessential Vermont"
Vermont Fine Art Gallery - New Vermont artist show features scenes of Vermont life and landscapes, from the people to the wildlife and pastoral. For more information call 802-253-9653.
West Branch Gallery and Sculpture Park
Now featuring works by Chris Curtis, Nori Morimoto, Judith Stone, Paula McCullough, Giovanna Cecchetti and Galen Cheney. West Branch Gallery and Sculpture Park is located at 17 Towne Farm Lane, off the Mountain Road. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 11am to 6pm. For more information, please call 802-253-8943.
Chocolate Dipping Demonstrations (free admission)
Watch chocolatiers at Laughing Moon Chocolates dip their delicious treats! Laughing Moon Chocolates is located at 118 Depot Street, across from the Post Office in Stowe Village. For more information, please call 802-253-9591.
Time: Weekdays at 2 p.m.
Antiques & Uniques Festival (free admission)
Over 100 vendors of antiques, pottery, paintings, sculpture, handcrafts, quilts, specialty foods, and more. Live music, great food and the farmers bake sale round out this event - all on beautiful Craftsbury Common in Craftsbury, Vermont.
Time: Saturday, July 14: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Best of Boston North Shore Comedy Tour
Robbie Printz won the 2002 Boston Comedy Festival. In 2003 The Improper Bostonian named Robbie Boston's Best Comedy Act in their Best of Boston 2003 article. Robbie has been seen on MTV, Comedy Central and VH1.
Rob Steen has been doing comedy for 18 years. He began as a street performer at the age of 12 in Boston MA. Using his juggling and improv skills he decided to try Stand-Up! Rob has been featured on several TV shows including The Late Show with Dave Letterman where he is a frequent guest. Tickets $12 in advance.
Time: Saturday, July 14: shows at 7:30 and 10pm.
Open Farm and Studio Tour (free admission)
Farmers, artists and artisans in the Lake Champlain Islands will open their premises to visitors. This is an opportunity to see what goes on "behind the scenes", to sample the unique products of our farms and to watch the creative process of our artists at work. Maps will be available at the Alburgh, St Albans and Williston, Vermont Welcome Centers, the Lake Champlain Islands Chamber of Commerce and other outlets.
Time: Sat & Sun July 14 & 15: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Stowe Farmers Market (free admission)
Fresh-from-the-garden produce and locally made products sold at an outdoor market. Located on Route 108, Red Barn Shops field in Stowe.
Time: Sunday, July 15: 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
