Events for December 9, 2018
All Day
Miracle Bar November 23–December 31 Sunday–Thursday 11am–10pm, Friday & Saturday 11am–11pm Copper Grouse at the Kimpton Taconic Hotel Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday décor, professionally developed cocktails, and the nostalgic energy of the best office party you’ve ever been to, Miracle is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit. 802-362-0176 or coppergrouse.com
Ongoing
Southern Vermont Arts Center’s Fall Member Show Inside Out includes the work of SVAC’s artist members who represent a variety of styles and mediums: abstract, portrait, and landscape painters alongside photographers, sculptors, and other creators. There’s something for every taste, and all artwork is for sale. Free & open to the public. Suggested donation $5. The Arts Center is closed Mondays. Photo Credit: Terry Findeisen, Portrait of a Conversation, watercolor on paper
This 2 night lodging package includes pet portraits beside the Christmas tree, caroling beside the fire with award-winning songwriter, innkeeper Melissa and canine concierge, Jetson, doggie PJ party, and organic VT dog treats from Wagatha’s. Doggie sing-along and pet portraits are open to the public on Saturday, December 8, 2-4pm, $25 for 1 adult and dog. Additional people are $15 per person. Small breed dogs under 25 pounds only. PJ party for guests only is 8pm-9pm. Dress your dog in PJs and wear your flannel nightie or PJs too! Melissa sings holiday favorites and lullabies to the dogs. Guaranteed to bring sweet dreams. Bring your dogs to breakfast. For more information call 802-362-2500 or email wilburtoninn@gmail.com.
10:00am
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Sunday, repeating until December 31, 2018
Rooted in the traditions of American craft cooking, The Copper Grouse serves authentic local fare. Their inspired menus elevate culinary comfort with locally sourced, flavorful ingredients, punctuated by artisan spirits and a generous beer and wine list. Genuinely warm and attentive service pair with the space’s open-exhibition kitchen and convivial, community dining area for a textured, spirited experience that’s all at once familiar and inimitable. Go for Sunday brunch and #getgroused to cap off the weekend.
1:00pm
An event every day that begins at 1:00pm, repeating until December 9, 2018
Drop In Holiday Craft Workshops December 8, 9, 15, & 16 Saturdays 11am–4pm; Sundays 1–4pm Manchester Arts Studio Manchester Arts is hosting workshops that offer families an opportunity to make holiday gifts. Participants can choose from a number of different craft activities to make handmade gifts, holiday decorations, and ornaments. There will be projects suitable for all ages. 802-768-8593 or manchesterartsvt.com
2:00pm
An event every day that begins at 2:00pm, repeating until December 9, 2018
The Dorset Players’ annual production for children and all those young at heart will be a delightful musical version of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Performances at the Dorset Playhouse at 104 Cheney Road in Dorset, Vermont will be held on December 7 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and on December 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 2:00 p.m. The Dorset Players are happy to once again present a musical rendering of a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. Carol Weiss’s wonderful adaptation of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” involves a powerful witch, a vain, jealous queen and her toadies, ladies-in-waiting, a magic mirror, the princess Snow White and her handsome prince, and, of course, seven dwarfs who help to save the day. Director Kevin O’Toole and Musical Director Michael Gallagher have marshaled a talented cast of six adults and eleven children from eight area towns. There are charming songs, colorful costumes, many laughs, and a happy ending for everyone. Well, almost everyone. The cast includes Billy Jamieson as Sir Pompous, Courtney Carter as the Queen, and Lillian Kelly as the Mirror. All were featured in last season’s musical: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” The Queen’s somewhat....
4:30pm
Family Gingerbread House Workshops December 9 & 11 4:30–6:30pm & 5:30–7:30pm Manchester Arts Studio One of the studio’s most popular events, and recently featured in The Boston Globe. Each group receives a pre-assembled house, a bowl of royal icing, and access to more than 20 different edible construction materials. This is a family event and children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. 802-768-8593 or manchesterartsvt.com