Holiday
Local
Hummus Salad Dressing
1/3 cup hummus, preferably Earth Sky Time’s Hummus Zest and juice of 1 lemon 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, marjoram, rosemary, & thyme mixed, or your favorite combination) 2 or 3 cloves of garlic, minced or pressed 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Salt & pepper to taste. Place […]
Out and About
Snowlight in Vermont
Snowlight families dedicated trees to celebrate the memories of friends and family members at Stratton once again this holiday season, benefiting children and families in need. On November 23, The Stratton Foundation lit all the donated trees lining The Village to welcome the winter weather and to kick off the Grand Village Tree Lighting…
Out and About
Manchester Merriment
The town of Manchester was abuzz with six weeks of holiday charm to embrace the spirit of the season. The Community Tree Lighting in Adams Park on November 24 was filled with festive fun, including holiday tunes, an exciting visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and of course, flipping the switch on the town tree with the help of children from the Equinox Lacrosse Association The annual Holiday Inn Tours captured the history of some of Southern Vermont’s most famous inns and included stops in the towns of Manchester, Dorset, Arlington, Sunderland, and Bennington on December 1 and 8. Also taking place on December 8 was the beloved Lighted Tractor Parade…
Shopping
2018 Holiday Gift Guide
We’ve curated finds from the area’s local retailers. Check out all of our retail partners for everyone on your list and don’t forget to get yourself a little something also…
Entertaining
Sandwich It In
Whether it’s just a quick bite on the go or a carefully constructed masterpiece, one thing is clear: we love our sandwiches in America. Sandwiches are just as much a part of the fabric of American cuisine as pasta is to Italian food. Sure, the name might change as you move around the country, but as long as you layer bread with delicious toppings, it’s a sandwich…
From the Publisher
Thankful
In this holiday issue, Stratton Magazine speaks of freedom, traditions and family, the bonds we create, and all that we can do to care for one another. The Mountain Media family wishes you a healthy and happy holiday season…
Families
Their Own “Holiday” Inn
Among the interesting and remarkable cast of characters who do appear in their own sequels at the Wilburton Inn for Christmas and New Year are several storied families who seem to claim part ownership of the mansion just by virtue of the fact that they’ve been repeat guests, not just two or three times, but year after year for decades…
Food & Drink
Holiday Entertaining
It’s your turn to host—don’t panic! We’re going to share a few tips on preparing the moistest of turkeys and provide recipes for accompanying sides to satisfy a diversity of palates and dietary needs. With a little planning you will create an easy, elegant, and welcoming gathering…
Out and About
The Jingle Bell
One of the most anticipated events of the winter season came in early December to Equinox Resort in Manchester and brought with it a memorable night of dinner and dancing all for a good cause. In support of Southwestern Vermont Health Care’s Putnam Challenge initiative, the evening welcomed attendees throughout the area and included a […]
Out and About
Snowlight in Vermont
Thanksgiving weekend welcomed in the ski season with a healthy amount of snowfall that coated the area in a soft, picturesque blanket of white. It served as the perfect backdrop for the 2016 Snowlight in Vermont ceremony that annually celebrates those we love and kicks off the holiday season by lighting up the trees in […]
Out and About
Manchester Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade 2016
On Saturday, December 3rd, residents and visitors lined Manchester’s Main Street for the annual Lighted Tractor Parade. With over 20 tractors from around the area participating, the Manchester Merriment event put us squarely in the holiday spirit.
Shopping
Gifts Galore
Get inspired by these finds and give the perfect gift to all of the special people in your life. We’ve compiled the latest and greatest from stores around the area to assist with your holiday shopping.
Local
Catch The Spirit
Year after year, throughout the holiday season, young and old, we all become dreamers—and the one thing we all dream about most is making the season as beautiful and memorable as we can for our families, our friends, and ourselves. A couple of weeks ago, we drifted away from the pre-season planning for all the shopping, the feasting, the carrying-on, and the carol practice (yes, we still carol) to spend a little time with three spiritual leaders…
From the Publisher
Traditions
We are pleased to present our first-ever Holiday issue. In these pages we extend wishes for the coming year from a few of our spiritual leaders, and share New Year’s resolutions from some of our marketing partners.
Local
Manchester Merriment 2016
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.