Sat, Nov 1st - Wed, Dec 24th
Small Works for the Holidays
Small Works for the Holidays is a 5 person group show at the Orah Moore Photography's Haymaker Gallery, running from Nov 1-December 24, 2008. An artist's reception is on Saturday, November 8th from 5-8 PM. The artists include Autumn Fahey, lively abstract acrylics, Morrisville; Briony Morrow-Cribbs, fancifull and detailed etchings, Brattleboro; Omri Parsons, imaginative mixed media on old 45 records, Peacham; Julie Ruth, 3 dimensional cubes of oil on canvas, Montgomery Center; Jennifer Ranz, miniature vessels and vases of clay, Greensboro. This is HC&G Gallery's second foray into the gallery world. Into a traditional gift shop that already features fine art photography of owner, Orah Moore, comes a delightful offering for the holidays: miniature works of art from around the state of Vermont. Come celebrate the joy of creativity. Haymaker is open from Monday thru Saturday 10-5 PM. And starting Thanksgiving weekend until Christmas will be open on Sundays from 11-3PM. 84 Lower Main Street, Morrisville, next to the Bees Knees. 888-2309.
Location: 84 Lower Main Street, Morrisville, next to the Bees Knees
More Info: 802-888-2309

Sat, Nov 29th - Sat, Dec 6th
The 6th Annual Stowe Mountain Film Festival
The 6th Annual Stowe Mountain Film Festival will take place throughout Stowe from November 29 through December 6. This eagerly anticipated event is a week-long celebration of mountain sports and culture. Each year, the newest releases from the ski/snowboard film industry's top production companies, along with submissions from promising amateur filmmakers converge on the Green Mountains. The result is 7 days of adrenaline-pumping action flicks and intense documentaries that are sure to whet your appetite for the coming winter season. Visit the Stowe Mountain Film Festival website to view the event schedule, learn about the films that will be shown and view their theatrical trailers. www.stowefilmfest.com
Website: www.stowefilmfest.com

Thu, Dec 4th - Sat, Jan 3rd
Festival of Trees and Lights & Member Art Show
December 4, 2008 - January 3, 2009 Festival of Trees and Lights & Member Art Show
Location: School St. Stowe, VT

Fri, Dec 5th - Sun, Dec 14th
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER
Presented by the Lamoille County Players December 5-7 and 12-14 In this hilarious holiday tale, a replacement director who is struggling to put on the annual church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids -- probably the most inventively awful kids in history! You won't believe the mayhem -- and the fun -- when the Herdmans collide with the nativity story head on! "One of the best Christmas stories ever -- and certainly one of the funniest." ~Seattle Times Times: Friday-Saturday, 7pm; Sunday, 2pm Location: Hyde Park Opera House Admission: Adults $15; Students and Seniors $12. Website: www.LCPlayers.com More Info: 802-888-4507
Times: Friday-Saturday, 7pm; Sunday, 2pm
Location: Hyde Park Opera House
Admission: Adults $15; Students and Seniors $12.
Website: www.LCPlayers.com

Fri, Dec 5th
Wine Tasting in the Trapp Family Lodge Wine Cellar
Friday, December 5th 4:00 to 6:00 We will be tasting new releases of Pinot Noir from Oregon, for inclusion on our list. Stuart Timmons of Farrell Distribution will be on hand to discuss the wines and answer any questions. Oregon’s wine industry has been built on small wineries producing wines of impeccable quality. The state ranks third in the U.S. in number of wineries, but only fourth in wine production. Most of the state’s production is in the northern Willamette Valley, from vineyards on lush rolling hillsides in the foothills of the Coastal Range. In this cool environment, Pinot Noir has made the wine industry justly famous. Pioneering Oregon winemaker David Lett, widely considered the father of Oregon's thriving pinot noir industry and a major force in winning worldwide respect for this state's wines, has died this Fall at age 69. Lett was the first to plant the pinot grape in Oregon's Willamette Valley, more than four decades ago. His was also the first to plant pinot gris in the United States, his family said. Since then, Oregon's pinot noir industry has boomed, earning a reputation for quality worldwide. In January 1965, he came to Oregon's Willamette Valley with 3,000 baby vines. He found a place to plant them in the Dundee Hills and began Eyrie Vineyards, which Jason Lett now manages. Lett's wines gained worldwide respect for the state in 1979 when his 1975 vintage ranked among the top 10 at a prestigious Paris tasting. Now, pinot noir vines span more than 10,000 acres in Oregon, and the wine is, by far, Oregon's top produced variety with 20,000 tons in 2007, according to the Oregon Wine Board. Pinot gris comes in second at 6,000 tons. The wine industry in general has grown to become the 10th largest agricultural commodity in Oregon, making the state the 4th largest wine producer in the U.S.The format will be casual, walk around with cheese and bread. The wines featured will be:

Bridgeview, Southern Oregon 2006
Brandboug, “Northern Reach”, Umpqua Valley 2005
Anne Amie, “Cuvée A”, Oregon 2006
The Four Graces, Willamette Valley 2006
Maysara, “Jamsheed”, McMinnville 2006

A sign-up sheet will be available at the front desk (802)253-5742 or (800)-826-7000 and there will be a $15.00 fee per person.
Times: 4:00PM to 6:00PM
Location: Trapp Family Lodge Wine Cellar
Admission: $15.00 fee per person
Website: http://www.trappfamily.com/dining/winelist_overview.php
More Info: (802)-253-5742 or 800-826-7000)

Fri, Dec 5th
Member Art Show and Sale 2008
Member Art Show and Sale 2008 Opening reception Friday, December 5th, 5:30pm Member Art Show and Sale 2008 All Helen Day Art Center Individual and Family members are invited to exhibit their own artwork. Mark your calendar, come and enjoy this spirited annual tradition, support our local artists and celebrate the season with our Helen Day Art Center community!
Times: 5:30 pm
Location: Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, Vermont, 5 School St., Stowe, VT
Website: http://helenday.com/events/details/3-member-art-show-and-sale-2008
More Info: 802.253.8358

Sat, Dec 6th
Stowe Community Church will hold their Annual Christmas Fair
Stowe Community Church will hold their Annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, December 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m . The bazaar features hand made wreaths, crafts, baked goods, and our historic Stowe afghans. This year’s quilt raffle is a queen-sized, hand tied "Sunflower Wreaths" pattern. The raffle will be held at the close of the fair. The pocket lady and crafts room will amuse the children, so bring the whole family.
Times: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Location: Stowe Community Church
Website: http://www.stowechurch.org/

Sat, Dec 6th - Sun, Dec 7th
Little River Hotglass Studio
Little River Hotglass Studio will be hosting a fundraiser for North Country Animal League on Dec 6 and 7th from 10 am -5 pm. . A donation of $25 will "buy" 20-30 minutes with a professional glassblower to make a Christmas "gift". In addition, 30% of all proceeds from sales at the gallery will be donated to NCAL. It is a fun activity which is for a great cause. Reservations can be made by calling 253-0889. (Participants must be over 15 years of age).
Times: 10Am - 5PM
Location: 593 Moscow Road - Moscow, Vermont 05662
Admission: $25.00
Website: http://www.littleriverhotglass.com/
More Info: 802.253.0889

Sat, Dec 6th
Stanley Comes to Stowe
The Stanley Cup and NHL Old Timers Game Coming to Stowe, Vermont The NHL Old Timers are bringing the Stanley Cup to Stowe, Vermont on December 6. The marquee event of the weekend will be held at The Jackson Arena at 4 PM when the NHL Old Timers take on each other. Players include Alain Côté – Quebec Nordiques, Jeff Norton – San Jose Sharks, Rick Middleton – Boston Bruins and more. In addition former NHL player and referee Paul Stewart is scheduled to officiate the game. A meet and greet dinner will take place at 6:30 following the game at The Rusty Nail. Fans will the opportunity to get player autographs and have a professional photograph taken with The Stanley Cup. Tickets for the game are $15. Dinner tickets are available for $25 each, $15 for 12 and under. Tickets will be available at the door of each event or can be purchased in advance at Stowe Area Association from Monday - Saturday from 9AM - 6PM, 802-253-7321. All proceeds from the weekend events will go directly towards the renovation of Jackson Arena. For additional information about the event contact Don Post at 802-371-7676.
Admission: Tickets for the game are $15 - Dinner tickets are available for $25 each, $15 for 12 and under.
More Info: 802-371-7676

Sat, Dec 6th
Stowe Community Church Presents : Annual Christmas Fair

Stowe Community Church Presents The Annual Christmas Fair

Featuring handmade wreaths, crafts, baked goods, and historic Stowe Afghans. This year’s quilt raffle is a queen-sized, hand tied "Sunflower Wreaths" pattern. The Pocket Lady and Crafts Room will amuse the children, so bring the whole family.
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Stowe Community Church, Main Street, Stowe Village

Times: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Location: Stowe Community Church, Main Street, Stowe Village
Website: http://www.stowechurch.org/
More Info: 802 253 7257

Thu, Dec 11th
Christmas Oratorio Part II
Vermont Mozart Festival presents Christmas Oratorio Part II The second half of Bach's exciting, festive "Christmas Oratorio" (Cantatas IV, V and VI) will be presented. Soloists include last December's sensational tenor, John Tiranno, and Oriana's glorious baritone, Gary Moreau. PLUS the perennial audience favorite, a group of Carols and Motets for Advent and Christmas Thursday, December 11 7:30pm Stowe Community Church, Main Street, Stowe Village Admission: $35.00 802-862-7352 www.vtmozart.com
Times: 7:30 PM
Location: Stowe Community Church, Main Street, Stowe Village
Admission: $35.00
Website: www.vtmozart.com
More Info: 802-862-7352

Sat, Dec 13th - Sat, Dec 20th
Santa Claus is Coming to Stowe
Stowe Mercantile in Stowe Village hosts Santa Claus to raise money for Lamoille Community Food Share, donating $5.00 per child that visits Santa. Saturdays, December 13 & 20 2008 12:00-2:00pm Stowe Mercantile, Main Street, Stowe Village 802-253-4554
Times: 12:00-2:00pm
Location: Stowe Mercantile, Main Street, Stowe Village
More Info: 802-253-4554

Sun, Dec 14th - Sun, Dec 21st
Holiday Caroling in Stowe!

Enjoy carols of the season while you shop at Stowe Mercantile on Main Street in Stowe Village.

Sundays, December 14 & 21 from 2-4pm

802 253-4554

Mon, Dec 15th - Wed, Dec 31st
Cotswold Furniture

It is time to make room for new designs in the Stowe gallery. The sale will run from Thanksgiving through the New Years, so please come and see the Gallery or call for details. 10% off in stock accessories - 20% off in stock furniture - 30% off select in stock lighting - 50% off Regency Mahogany dining - 50% off Prairie design rugs.

Location: 132 Mountain Road, Stowe, Vermont
Website: www.cotswoldfurniture.com
More Info: 802-253-3710

Wed, Dec 17th
Wine Tasting in the Trapp Family Lodge Wine Cellar
Wednesday, December 17th 4:00 to 6:00 We will be tasting new releases of California Sparkling wines, for inclusion on our list. Bill O’Connor of Baker Distributing, will be on hand to discuss the wines and answer any questions. With higher acidity, more delicate flavor, their unique palate tingle and lower alcohol than most table wines, they are, however, some of the most versatile wines to accompany food. Modern production techniques have brought sparkling wines to market that are more affordable and accessible for everyday enjoyment. Bubbles in wine were known to vintners long before they could reliably capture and preserve this phenomenon in the bottle. As a natural byproduct of the fermentation process, carbon dioxide is released in the liquid to provide a "sparkle." In the Northern climates, cold weather sometimes arrives early after harvest, stopping fermentation before the sugar is completely used up. Warm weather in the spring often causes it to start up again, resulting in carbonated wine. The English imported wine in casks. They found also that adding sugar to tart, acidic wine would often soon cause it to sparkle and they developed a liking for it. Early success making sparkling wines in the French district of Champagne made its name famous, so much so that "champagne" has become generic for sparkling wine, to the eternal aggravation of the resident producers. Quality American producers of sparkling wine often emulate the standards, apply the traditional production methods and, out of respect and in deference, leave the Champagne name to the originals. The European Union continues to support and enforce protecting the Champagne name. In January, 2008, Belgian customs agents destroyed 270 cases of California sparkling wine destined for Nigeria because it was labeled "André Champagne." The format will be casual, walk around with cheese and bread. The wines featured will be:

Korbel, “Brut Rosé”, California NV
Kenwood, “Yulupa Cuvée Brut”, California NV
Domaine Chandon, “Chandon Brut Classic”, California NV
Roederer Estate, “Anderson Valley Brut”, NV
Domaine Chandon, “Ètoile”, 54% Napa Co. & 46% Sonoma Co., Brut NV

A sign-up sheet will be available at the front desk (253-5742 or 800-826-7000) and there will be a $15.00 fee per person.
Times: 4:00PM to 6:00PM
Location: Trapp Family Lodge Wine Cellar
Admission: $15.00 fee per person
Website: http://www.trappfamily.com/dining/winelist_overview.php
More Info: (802-253-5742 or 800-826-7000)

Fri, Dec 19th - Sat, Dec 20th
Handmade Candy Canes!

Laughing Moon Chocolates: Handmade candy canes are individually made in the Stowe workshop. They will be giving candy cane making demonstrations throughout the 2008 holiday season.

Watch as Laughing Moon Chocolates' chocolatiers boil, pull, turn, and pull these unique hard candy into works of art. Cost is $6.00 per person and you get to make your own candy cane!

December 19th and  20th at 11 am.

Times: 11:00 AM
Location: South Main Street Stowe, VT 05672
Admission: $6.00
Website: http://www.laughingmoonchocolates.com/
More Info: (802) 253-9591

Sat, Dec 20th - Sun, Dec 21st
Eastern Cup Cross Country Ski Season Opener
TD Banknorth Presents Eastern Cup Cross Country Ski Season Opener The best cross country ski racers in New England compete at New England Nordic Ski Association's first event of the year. Co-hosted by Stowe Nordic Outing Club. Spectators welcomed. Saturday, December 20, 2008: 1 Km Classic Sprint. Qualification Rounds at 10AM. Final Heats at 2PM. Sunday, December 21, 2008: 5K and 10K Skate Race. Interval starts at 10:30AM. Trapp Family Lodge Information: www.nensa.net or 802 253-4500.
Times: 10:00 AM.
Location: Trapp Family Lodge
Website: www.nensa.net
More Info: 802 253-4500

Sun, Dec 21st
Telemark clinic at Stowe Mountain Resort

Sunday, December 21, 2008 – Telemark clinic at Stowe Mountain Resort with the legendary Dickie Hall of the North American Telemark Organization. This full-day clinic is for intermediate or better skiers to improve their Telemark skiing technique with one of the most experienced instructors in the country from 10-3 pm.

Your choice:

$125 Clinic only.

$190 Clinic and lift ticket.

Space is limited; paddle@umiak.com or call 802-253-2317 for details and to make a reservation.

Times: 10Am - 3PM
Location: Stowe Mountain Resort
More Info: 802-253-2317

Mon, Dec 22nd
17th Annual Handel’s Messiah Community Sing
Stowe Performing Arts & Stowe Community Church present 17th Annual Handel’s Messiah Community Sing Soloists perform Handel’s masterpiece, and you are the chorus! Join the 20-piece orchestra for the choruses and celebrate the season in song. No rehearsal required; singers and listeners welcome, scores provided if needed. Monday, December 22, 2008 Doors open 7:15; Performance 7:30pm Stowe Community Church, Main Street, Stowe Village Admission: $8.00 donation 802-253-7257
Times: Doors open 7:15; Performance 7:30pm
Admission: $8.00 donation
More Info: 802-253-7257

Fri, Dec 26th - Sun, Dec 28th
Warren Miller's 'Children of Winter' (2008)

December 26th - 29th - 2008

Presented in striking high-definition and narrated by skiing icon Jonny Moseley, Warren Miller's Children of Winter showcases incredible cinematography that will get you craving deep powder, fresh lines, and outrageous adventure!

This year's film takes you on a daring escape to electrifying global destinations, including Japan, Austria, Iceland, and more! Don't forget to breathe as snowboarding's Olympic Gold Medalist Seth Westcott charges down the Alaskan backcountry, as surf legend Gerry Lopez shreds the Oregon steeps, and as Chris Anthony takes on Leadville Colorado's legendary Skijoring competition.

Location: Vermont Ski Museum
Time: 7:00pm each night
Cost: $10/person (member discounts available)
All ages show

Times: 7:00pm each night
Location: Vermont Ski Museum
Admission: $10/person (member discounts available)
Website: http://www.skinet.com/warrenmiller

Fri, Dec 26th - Wed, Dec 31st
Ziemke Glassblowing Studio Drinkware Sales

Ziemke Glassblowing Studio Our annual Drinkware Sales runs December 26 through New Years Eve. Our complete line of drinkware made here at the studio includes, wine goblets, champagne flutes, tumblers, low and high ball glasses, beer mugs as well pitchers - all made in rich glass colors. We plan to be blowing glass daily through December and January so stop in and see the ancient art of glassblowing. Open daily 10 - 6.

Times: 10AM - 6 PM
Location: 3033 Waterbury-Stowe Road
Website: http://www.zglassblowing.com/
More Info: (802)244-6126

Sun, Dec 28th
Free Snowshoe Demo Day

10-3 pm Sunday, December 28 at Umiak Outfitters. Discover the joy of the latest, state-of-the-art snowshoes from Tubbs, MSR and TSL on the trails behind the store on Route 100.

Wed, Dec 31st
Citizen's Race Kickoff
December 31: Cruise into the New Year  Kickoff to the citizen’s race season hosted by the Mount Mansfield Ski and Snowboard Club. For info call: 253-7704.
Location: Stowe Ski Area
More Info: 802-253-7704

Wed, Dec 31st
Fireworks

December 31: Fireworks  West Slope is the venue and the Spruce Camp will be the place to watch the colorful display as the new year arrives in Stowe.

Wed, Dec 31st
New Year's Eve Dinner at the Green Mountain Inn

New Year's Eve Dinner

Two special celebrations have been planned to ring in the New Year!

Reservations are required!

A $100.00 deposit is required per party.
Cancellations less than 7 days in advance will result in a forfeiture of deposit.

Please contact us for reservations and further details.
Website: http://www.greenmountaininn.com/nye_dinner.html