Town Tree Lighting
Nov. 26
6pm
Town Green, Depot Street
Gather one and all at the Manchester town green for a holiday tree-lighting ceremony featuring appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, hot drinks, music from WEQX and family fun.
Manchester Music Festival Thanksgiving Recital
Nov. 27
3pm-6pm
Snopek Residence, Stratton Mountain
Tom Snopek and Peggie Telscher will host an afternoon recital at their Stratton Mountain home. Hear young violin, viola and piano artists from Juilliard perform works by Bach, Schumann, Stravinsky, Faure and others. Refreshments will be served. More info at www.mmfvt.org.
Lighted Tractor Parade
Dec. 3
5pm-6pm
Town of Manchester
Watch antique and modern tractors as they parade from Route 30 to Equinox Terrace in the heart of Manchester, Vermont. Each one is unique and lit up to celebrate the holidays.
Our House for the Holidays
Dec. 3-4
Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home
Hildene is dressed in holiday finery, and the spirit of the season abounds in the 100-year-old Carriage Barn. Enjoy apple cider, Vermont tastings, fresh cider doughnuts, the crisp fragrance of pine boughs, and the sounds of the season. Admission to Hildene is not required for shopping. 9am-4:30pm each day. 802-362-1788 or www.hildene.org
Hooked on the Holidays
Dec. 3
1pm – 4pm
The American Museum of Fly Fishing
Fly-tying class. More information at www.amff.org.
Local Inn Holiday Tours
Dec. 10
Walk through history and learn more about some of Southern Vermont’s most famous inns during this magical time of year. Inns throughout Manchester, Dorset, and Arlington will be open for visitors. Each location plays host in a unique way, making for a cozy and fun Saturday afternoon in the country. 12–4pm. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit The Community Food Cupboard. More Information
Manchester Lions Elf Express
Dec. 17-18
r.k. MIles Depot Station
This whimsical holiday train takes its riders on a one-hour enchanting journey through the Green Mountains of Southern Vermont. Passengers will be entertained with holiday melodies and dance routines by elves on decorated trains. Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus will also make a surprise visit. Sponsored by the Manchester Lions. www.manchesterlionselftrain.com
First Snow Painting Class
Dec. 22
7pm – 9pm
Southern Vermont Arts Center
With wine and brush in hand, you’ll follow along step-by-step in painting a snowy Vermont scene. Wine, snacks, supplies and aprons are all provided so you just need to bring yourself. Sign up at www.svac.org.
Manchester Music Festival New Year’s Eve Concert
Dec. 31
3:30pm Family Concert; 5:30pm Evening Concert
First Congregational Church
MMF’s New Year’s Eve concert is a sparkling family-friendly program with Mozart, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovksy, and much more. Hear favorites such as Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Clair de Lune and Auld Lang Syne with featured artists Adam Neiman, Ariella Mak-Neiman, baritone Randall Scarlata and the Haven String Quartet, resident string quartet at Music Haven. Tickets are $30 for adults, $13 for students. More info at www.mmfvt.org.