by ManchesterVermont.com | Mar 13, 2023 | Featured, Spring
As the chill of winter subsides, Southern Vermont becomes home to new life that only the Green Mountains can deliver! The sights and sounds of nature coming out of hibernation, will be all around you. You’ll see budding trees, blooming flowers, and our majestic...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Dec 12, 2022 | Featured, Winter
The holiday season continues as we get further into the month of December. The town is decked with wreaths, garland, ribbons, and lights, adding a magical touch to the naturally beautiful scenery. You’ll certainly want to stroll through the Factory Point town green to...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Nov 23, 2022 | Heritage
This is our last, but not at all the least, important heritage blog we will be publishing for 2022. This concludes our 7-part series, “Celebrating Diversity in Southern Vermont”. If you haven’t been following the series or missed any of the previous blog posts,...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Nov 10, 2022 | Featured, Uncategorized
The holiday season is here, and Manchester is ready to celebrate! Restaurants are planning their special holiday menus and seasonal offerings, while the Inns and hotels are “decking the halls” to prepare for the return of the Shires’ Holiday Inn Tours! Learn about...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Oct 17, 2022 | Experience, Fall, Featured
Fall foliage has swept the Green Mountain State, painting the leaves with vibrant colors across our valleys and hills. At present, some colors remain, and among the fallen leaves you can still find festive seasonal décor and beautiful views of the surrounding...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Sep 15, 2022 | Experience, Fall, Featured
Fall Fun in Manchester, Vermont We’re approaching that spectacular time of the year when the Green and Taconic Mountains provide visitors and locals alike with incredible colors, enhancing our already beautiful views. Our region offers some of the most scenic...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Sep 12, 2022 | Heritage
Sept. 15 — through Oct. 15: Hispanic Heritage Month honors both Hispanic and Latino/a or Latinx cultures. (Latinx: pronounced Latin-Ex, a term recently gaining popularity that offers a gender-neutral alternative.) It began in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson, who...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Aug 22, 2022 | Heritage
The Arts, our History, and Diversity Manchester and its surrounding area is home to many wonderful organizations that are always working to give back and support the local community. The numerous programs which lend a helping hand, have made Manchester a wonderful...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Aug 9, 2022 | Featured, Summer
Summer days in Manchester, Vermont provide plenty of sunshine and warmth. Gardens are flourishing and the greens are lush and vibrant. This is the time that many locals, and visitors alike, take advantage of the gorgeous weather and enjoy dining al fresco at one of...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jul 8, 2022 | Featured, Summer
Summer Shopping in Manchester, VT With our Annual Sidewalk Sales just around the corner (August 11th-14th), there is no better time to be in Manchester, VT, and enjoy a world-class shopping experience with some of the best deals of the year! Can’t make it that...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jun 21, 2022 | Heritage
LGBTQ+ Communities Heritage BlogCELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN VERMONT – LGBTQ+ PRIDE Month Nationally Pride Month is celebrated in June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, aka the Stonewall Riots. At the time, the New York liquor authority routinely...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jun 21, 2022 | Featured, Summer
Experience Summer Adventure, Arts, and Festivals With the first day of summer beginning today, it’s time for outdoor festivals and adventure! Come discover what makes Manchester, VT the place to be all summer long. Unique Experiences Located on 412 acres in Manchester...
by ManchesterVermont.com | May 16, 2022 | Heritage
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN VERMONT: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Nationally: May is AAPI Heritage Month– a celebration of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in the United States. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are...
by ManchesterVermont.com | May 16, 2022 | Featured, Spring
LIVE, WORK, & PLAY in Manchester, Vermont! Manchester, Vermont, is the most beautiful location to call “home”. With sweeping views of the Green and Taconic Mountain ranges, indoor and outdoor adventures year-round, world-class dining, incredible...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Apr 10, 2022 | Featured, Spring
With longer days and milder temps, springtime hiking is just fabulous! But – choosing trails with care is key. The Vermont Park Service reminds us to tread lightly, opening high elevation ascents only after May 1, once paths have had a chance to dry out. Rule of...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Apr 9, 2022 | Heritage
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN VERMONT: ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month begins by understanding that the term “Arab” is a cultural and linguistic term. “Arab” is not a race, nor a religion. It refers to...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Mar 15, 2022 | Heritage
Celebrating Diversity in Southern Vermont Women’s History Month We are thrilled to celebrate the many Vermont women who have made a difference – both locally and beyond. It’s impossible to share every story, but here are a few of our favorites worth...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Mar 6, 2022 | Featured, Spring
“A rise of steam from a small building at the edge of the trees on a warm day near the end of winter may signal that somebody’s sugaring, spring is on its way, and liquid gold is being made.” — from Mary Hard Bort’s Manchester: Memories...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Feb 8, 2022 | Heritage
Celebrating Diversity in Southern Vermont – Black History Month Welcome to part one (of a seven-part blog series) entitled, “Celebrating Diversity in Southern Vermont”. This month, we are celebrating Black History Month. Black History is American History; it...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jan 24, 2022 | Featured, Winter
Winter Fun in Vermont Vermont is the perfect place for a weekend adventure or an extended stay. We invite you to have an epic time in Manchester, VT and book a stay to see firsthand why so many love this area and have made it their home. The local small-town charm...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jan 14, 2022 | Featured, Winter
Experience the romance and beauty of Manchester! It’s that most wonderful time of the Year! The time of year when romance is in the air and happy couples are finding unique ways to pop the question – also known as engagement season! Whether you’re looking for a...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Dec 13, 2021 | Experience, Featured, Winter
Holidays in Manchester The shops and restaurants around town are ready for you to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you are planning an extravagant meal in your home, renting out space to host a number of guests, or just looking to be wined and dined by one of the...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Sep 17, 2021 | Fall, Featured
Fall Life in Manchester Manchester, Vermont is a beautiful place to visit all year round – and an even more wonderful place to live! Autumn’s crisp air, colorful trees, and scenic beauty make it one of the most sought-after locations to visit and to live....
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jun 23, 2021 | Featured, Local Advice, Professional Services
Life in Manchester There are so many benefits to living in Manchester. The proximity to the Green & Taconic Mountains ranges provides year-round outdoor adventure and exploring. Here you will find world-class recreational activities, restaurants and cafés,...
by ManchesterVermont.com | May 25, 2021 | Featured, Summer
Summer Festivals and Fun in Manchester, Vermont Summer is returning to Manchester, Vermont and so is a bit of normalcy. With many COVID=19 restrictions lifted, especially for those who have been fully vaccinated, we are excited to get back together with you! The sun...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Mar 22, 2021 | Featured, Shop, Spring, Stay
Manchester, Vermont Getaway Stay We had a sneak peek at Spring this past week in Manchester, VT. The sun was shining brightly and the warm weather allowed many of us to get outside. We left our jackets at home or in our cars – and walked the town,...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Feb 10, 2021 | Experience, Featured, Winter
The Romance of Manchester Valentine’s Day is just a few days away- and love is in the air in Manchester, Vermont. Our beautiful town offers romance throughout the year, but the winter is undeniably magical. Love and romance don’t have to come in heart-shaped...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jan 12, 2021 | Experience, Featured, Local Advice
The NEW NORM – Living, Working, Visiting Manchester Insider tips for making your life and visit safe and memorable during COVID-19. Manchester, Vermont is one of the safest places to live, work, and visit during this COVID-19 crisis. With a walkable village which...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Nov 25, 2020 | Featured, Shop, Uncategorized, Winter
Winter In Manchester As the holidays round the corner, our quaint little town of Manchester, Vermont is bustling with safe ways to shop, dine, explore, and unwind! We’ve put together some of our favorite things to do in and around Manchester while taking in the...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Oct 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Breaking New Ground Originally published in Manchester Life Magazine. STORY BY BENJAMIN LERNER PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY BURR & BURTON ACADEMY With the Rowland Project underway, Manchester’s Burr & Burton Academy (BBA) is doing more than just redesigning and...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jul 30, 2020 | Experience, Featured, Local Advice
Family-Friendly Manchester, Vermont There is so much for families to see, do, and experience in Manchester Vermont! We’ve put together a list of some great places to stay, adventures to have, and a couple of our favorite family-friendly dining establishments. Enjoy...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jun 24, 2020 | Featured, Summer
A Sunday Drive for Any Day of the Week (And where to stop along the way!) If you’re looking for a wonderful day trip, roll your windows down, put your sunglasses on, and crank the music up… we’ve mapped out a charming day drive that winds you through some of...
by ManchesterVermont.com | May 19, 2020 | Featured, Professional Services
Three Manchester Vermont Real Estate Agencies with Exceptional Reputations “There are so many reasons to love Southern Vermont. The charming covered bridges and sleepy country lanes, the 360-degree views of the lush Green Mountains, the quintessential white church...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Apr 16, 2020 | Featured, Shop, Spring
Virtual Vermont: Businesses that are DELIVERING the Best of Manchester Part 2: For the Foodies and Bibliophiles You may not be able to visit Manchester today, but tomorrow you CAN have the best of Manchester delivered or jump in on a community event from...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Apr 10, 2020 | Featured, Shop, Spring
Virtual Vermont: Businesses that are DELIVERING the Best of Manchester Part 1: Refreshing Updates for Wardrobe and Skin Just because you’re stuck at home doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the unique boutique shopping of Manchester, Vermont! Many of Manchester’s...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Feb 17, 2020 | Featured, Winter
Manchester Vermont’s Four Absolutely Instagram-able Inns Stunning Manchester Vermont Inns You Have to See to Believe The quintessential inns of Manchester offer history, luxurious amenities and Vermont romance. With many of the foundations dating back to the...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jan 15, 2020 | Featured, Winter
Hitting the Slopes – The Best of Both Worlds When you Stay in Manchester It’s no secret that Vermont tops the charts when it comes to East Coast skiing and riding. The expansive Green Mountains offer a variety of terrain for both beginners and experts alike....
by ManchesterVermont.com | Dec 17, 2019 | Featured, Uncategorized, Winter
Holiday Shopping is Made Easy in Manchester Adventurers, shoppers, and foodies unite in Manchester, Vermont during the holiday season. Our many shops and restaurants dawn festive decor making for a magical setting, while the nearby ski resorts provide plenty of...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Nov 8, 2019 | Featured, Winter
Holiday Festivities and Fun Daylight savings has arrived as autumn is slowly shifting in the Green Mountains from the beautifully vibrant fall colors to the snowfall that is just around the corner. Businesses such as Carpenter & Costin, rk Miles, and Vermont...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Sep 20, 2019 | Fall
Fairs, Foliage and Fun The heat of summer is behind us and the sun is setting earlier each night. Don’t fret though, there is still plenty of sunshine for you to get outside and soak up the remaining warm weather fun. Get in your final games of corn-hole and...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jul 25, 2019 | Summer
Music of Manchester Birds chirping, brooks babbling, bears hooting… the many sounds that are produced by nature have inspired artists and musicians for centuries. To this day, these natural harmonies of Southern Vermont reverb throughout our community. Similarly, to...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jun 27, 2019 | Summer
Southern Vermont continues to be a year-round destination for couples looking to say their vows among the rolling Green Mountains. Here you will find lush landscapes scattered with towering oak, maple and pine, stone walls that were once used as property dividers now...
by ManchesterVermont.com | May 15, 2019 | Summer, Uncategorized
Going the Extra Mile Many Vermonters possess a spirit of adventure and a love for the great outdoors. As soon as the snow melts, skiers and boarders transform into hikers, runners, and bikers. Perhaps it’s the feeling of wind in our faces or nature at our side that...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Apr 11, 2019 | Experience, Local Advice, Stay
Making Manchester Your Home Now this may seem like a ploy, but I’m about to share with you the secret to a healthy lifestyle. I could delve into the top fitness regiments and diet limitations, or perhaps take a more philosophical route to discuss the impact of a few...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Mar 8, 2019 | Local Eats
Where to Sip When the Sun Goes Down Manchester, Vermont Nightlife With backdrops of mountains and majestic sunsets, Manchester’s diverse bar and nightlife lineup boasts upscale dining, live music gathering spots, and a bank-turned-bar rooted in history, presenting a...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Feb 11, 2019 | Local Eats, Spring, Taste
The Manchester Maple Experience To most, February means Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl parties. But late in the month, as winter begins to fade and the first signs of spring ease their way into the Green Mountains, Vermont’s expert sugarmakers retrieve their sugar...
by ManchesterVermont.com | Jan 15, 2019 | Featured, Itineraries, Winter
Children’s Winter Outdoor Activities As Vermonters, we love winter. We embrace it. As they say, “Don’t hibernate! Celebrate!” One of the joys of winter is being able to share it with friends and family. If you’re ready to pack the children in the car and to head north...