June 12
Free Fishing Day. On this day, Vermont residents and non-residents are welcome to enjoy fishing in Vermont's lovely waterways without a license.
June 12-13
Vermont Days. Free entry to residents and non-residents to explore Vermont State Parks, state-owned historic sites and Vermont's History Museum. Celebrate Vermont's natural resources, history and culture! For specific sites, please visit
http://www.vtstateparks.com or
www.historicvermont.org/sitesJune 16 - July 3
Stowe Theatre Guild presents American playwright Edward Albee's "Seascape," a drama about communication in relationships. For tickets and additional information, visit
www.stowetheatre.comJune 19
Rattling Brook Bluegrass Festival. The 25th anniversary of this popular event. Multiple bands play from mid-day into the evening at the Belvidere town pavilion. Rain or shine. Admission $15 per adult at the gate. Info: 802-644-1118.
June 25-27
Vermont Quilt Festival. New England's oldest and largest quilt event! Displays of more than 400 new and old quilts, vendors, workshops, appraisals. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction. Info:
www.vqf.orgJune 25-27Stowe Garden Festival. A lovely weekend for gardening enthusiasts featuring speakers, garden tours, workshops, crafts. Everything from the art of pruning to water gardens! Daily pass $10, multi-day rates available. Info:
www.stowegardenfestival.com CLOSE July 4 - Independence Day!Smugglers' Notch Resort and Jeffersonville. An old-fashioned July 4th celebration in Jeffersonville with parade, carnival with games and vendors, food and live entertainment featuring reggae from The Pulse Prophets and rock from Sour Boy from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the elementary school field. Don't forget the world famous frog jumping contest at 1:30!
And back at Smugglers' ... Starting at 5:00 pm, the Resort hosts a tasty Firemen's Barbecue on the Green with proceeds benefiting the local fire department.
Goodtime Charlie spins great tunes for all ages on the Green from 6:oo to 8:00 pm. The Vermont National Guard 40th Army Band plays their mix of classic favorites and patriotic tunes beginning at 8:00 pm. At dusk, enjoy the spectacular fireworks against the backdrop of the Green Mountains. It's a full day of celebration! Info: Ron Carter, 802-644-1118.
July 9-11
The 23rd annual Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival. 25 colorful balloons to be launched over the course of the weekend. Balloon rides and tethered rides. Children's activities, live band, and food. Stoweflake Resort and Spa in Stowe, Route 108. Info: (802) 253-7355, x5538.
July 11
Music in the Meadow. The Vermont Symphony Orchestra presents a salute to the birds and the bees - G-rated! The VSO has uncovered compositions through the years that highlight "stingers and wingers." This special evening features fireworks. Trapp Family Lodge Concert Meadow, Stowe. 7:30 pm. Info: 802-863-5966 or
www.stowearts.comJuly 11Flynn Garden Tour. Tour of selected exceptional gardens located in Vermont's Queen City, Burlington, that benefits the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts in Burlington. Box lunches and an afternoon tea available. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Info:
www.flynntix.orgJuly 15 - 18Lamoille County Players present Rogers and Hammerstein's Tony award-winning classic, "South Pacific." Historic Hyde Park Opera House, Hyde Park, Route 15. For further information, please visit
www.lcplayers.comJuly 16-17Vermont Brewers' Festival. The finest brewers from Vermont, New England, and New York. Tastings, gourmet food and entertainment. Waterfront Park in Burlington. Info: 802-244-6828 or
e-mail:
www.vermontbrewers.comJuly 18
Music in the Meadow. Jazz guitarist/singer John Pizzarelli. Trapp Family Lodge Concert Meadow, Stowe. 7:30 pm. Info: 802-863-5966 or
www.stowearts.comJuly 21 - August 7
Stowe Theatre Guild presents "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," a Tony award-winning musical comedy about contestants vying for a spelling championship. For further information, please visit
www.stowetheatre.comJuly 22 - 25Lamoille County Players present Rogers and Hammerstein's Tony award-winning musical, "South Pacific." Historic Hyde Park Opera House, Hyde Park, Route 15. For additional information, please visit
www.lcplayers.comJuly 23-25Lamoille County Field Days. Country fair with horse show, music, food, crafts, livestock exhibition. Johnson. Info: 802-635-7113 or
www.lamoillefielddays.comJuly 28-30.
Annual Church Street Marketplace Sidewalk Sale. Over 100 stores participating in this extravaganza of bargains. Burlington.
July 29 - August 1
Franklin County Field Days. Agricultural and 4H displays, cattle show, crafts, games, rides, music, tractor and horse pulling, antique tractor pull, draft horse show and demolition derby. Airport Road in Highgate.
July 30-31, August 1Taste of Stowe Arts Festival. More than 100 juried artists and artisans featuring jewelry, pottery, furniture, clothing, fine cuisine and more. Stowe Events Field at Topnotch on Route 108. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Adults, $8. Info: 802-425-3399.
Champlain Valley Folk Festival. Honoring traditional music and dance in the Champlain Valley! Toe-tapping events include concerts, workshops, and dances. Also children's events, craft & food booths. Burlington's Waterfront Park. Details at
www.cvfest.org CLOSE August 13-15
52nd Annual Stowe Antique and Classic Car Meet. 800-plus vehicles on display, parade, flea market, food. Nichols Field, Stowe, Route 100. $10 adults, children under 12 free.
August 14
Arts Festival in Jeffersonville. Celebrating the creativity of local artists! Two lovely galleries and 40 Vermont and regional artists display their work along Jeffersonville's charming Main Street. Children's activities include a special appearance by Smugglers' Friendly Pirate. Delicious food from local restaurants, and music including Celtic folk from Jennings and Ponder, the big band sounds of the Green Mountain Swing Band, and Yankee Chank's Cajun Zydeco. Parking available at Cambridge Elementary. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Information:
www.artsfestvt.comRoute 15 Summer Festival. An all-day celebration of the attractions and shopping and dining opportunities along the Route 15 corridor from Cambridge to Hardwick. Featuring the Boyden Farm Burger Bonanza Grill Fest. Check with the Resort's Guest Service Desk for details on events.
August 18 - September 4
Stowe Theatre Guild presents the classic musical "The Sound of Music." For further information, please visit
www.stowetheatre.comAugust 28 - September 6Champlain Valley Exposition. The Champlain Valley Fair caps the Summer season in Vermont! Vendors, midway rides and games, entertainment, food, agricultural exhibits, nationally recognized performers and more. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction. Info: 802-878-5545 or visit
www.cvexpo.orgAugust 29
Music in the Meadow. Cape Breton fiddler Natalie MacMaster is an electrifying performer whose toe-tapping fiddling makes her a favorite in our area. Trapp Family Lodge Concert Meadow, Stowe. 6:30 pm. Info: 802-863-5966 or
www.stowearts.com CLOSE