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ASCUTNEY REGIONAL SUMMER EVENTS 2008
BROWNSVILLE, Vt. (Summer 2008) -
May 4
Plowing Match at Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock.
Watch as dozens of teams compete with draft horses and oxen in their 21st annual competition. Call 802-457-2355 for information.
May 17-18
GMHA Hunter/Jumper Show, South Woodstock.
Enjoy the Green Mountain Horse Association’s Hunter/Jumper Show, a Vermont tradition for over 75 years. Don’t miss the excitement, fun and adrenaline rush of this Olympic-caliber event, a showcase combining athleticism and grace. For more information, go to: www.gmhainc.org.
May 24-25
Sheep Shearing Weekend at Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock.
Come watch the Spring shearing of the Southdown flock, plus carding & spinning wool, planting the heirloom garden, historic games, and more. Admission includes their 23rd annual original design commemorative button! For more information, call (802)457-2355, or go to: www.billingsfarm.org.
June 5-8
9th Annual Roots on the River 2008, Bellows Falls.
The American Roots Music Festival featuring singer/songwriters Lori McKenna, Eilen Jewell, Fred Eaglesmith and more. This event will be held under the big top, rain or shine. Bring a blanket or low beach chair. Good food & drinks available, but no coolers allowed. For more information call 802-463-9595 or go to: www.rootsontheriver.com.
June 13-15
Quechee Balloon Festival, Quechee.
The 29th Annual Quechee Balloon Festival returns to the Quechee Polo Fields this June for a dazzling display of bright, vibrant balloons set against the morning fog and evening sunset. Watch balloons as they launch in the early morning and evening hours; enjoy live music, entertainment, crafts, plus great food, Vermont microbrews and wines. For more information, call the Quechee Chamber of Commerce at (802) 295-7900, or go to: www.quecheeballoonfestival.com.
June 14-15
Manchester Antique and Classic Car Show, Manchester.
The 22nd Annual Manchester Antique and Classic Car Show will be held at Dorr Farm in Manchester, VT this year. The Antique and Classic Car show is the largest one in New England and features over 900 cars in 40 different classes. For more information, visit their website at: www.manchestercarshow.com.
June 21
The North Branch Bluegrass Festival, Bridgewater Center.
The 1st Annual North Branch Bluegrass Festival will be held Rain or Shine at Bud Jenne’s Fields in Bridgewater Center, VT. Come enjoy Nine Hours of Bluegrass Music featuring the bands: New England Bluegrass, Crossing North, Big Spike and Gopher Broke. Enjoy Good Food and Free Music Workshops. Just don’t forget to bring your chairs with you, as there is no seating provided. For more information, visit their website at: www.nbbluegrass.com.
June 26-29
Jenny Brook Family Bluegrass Festival, Weston
Enjoy a four-day weekend of bluegrass music at the Jenny Brook Family Bluegrass Festival in Weston, VT. Over a dozen acts will be performing throughout the four days and nights. For more info, call 802-463-1310, or visit their website at: www.JennyBrookFestival.com
July 4
4th of July Fireworks Display at Ascutney Mountain Resort
Bring the whole family to enjoy Ascutney’s annual fireworks display in honor of our nation’s birthday. Bring a blanket and get ready for another brilliant display, due to start just after dusk.
July 12
Ascutney Mountain Run, Mt. Ascutney State Park, Windsor.
The Mt. Ascutney State Park hosts a 3.8 Mile Hill Climb to Benefit Mt. Ascutney State Park. Come Challenge yourself in this short but grueling running race and be rewarded with the view from the top. For more information about the race, please visit www.vtstateparks.com/pdfs/AscutneyRun.pdf.
July 26-27
The Harpoon Championship of New England Barbecue, Windsor.
Enjoy fresh beer, live music and the best barbecue around. Free tours of Harpoon Brewery in Windsor and BBQ 101 classes are also available. For more information, call (802) 674-5491, or go to: www.harpoonbrewery.com.
August 2-3
The Fort at #4, Living History Museum
250th French and Indian War Commemoration, Charlestown, NH
The battle cry has sounded! British and French troops along with Native Americans from across the United States and Canada will gather to Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the French and Indian War. Also, take time to visit Sutler Row for those much-needed 18th century items. Battles are scheduled for 2:00 pm on Saturday and 1:00 pm on Sunday. For more information, call (603) 826-5700 or visit www.fortat4.org.
August 9-10
GMHA Connemara Show, South Woodstock
Enjoy a veryspecial breed show featuring Connemara ponies, originally imported from their native Ireland. Breeders come from as far away as Rhode Island, Virginia and Canada for this unique show, the only one of its kind in New England. For more information, call Susan Goodhouse at 802-484-5540, or go to: www.gmhainc.org.
August 23
36th Annual Scottish Festival, Quechee Polo Field, Quechee
Experience the 36th Annual Quechee Scottish Festival & Highland Games in a setting reminiscent of Scotland. Festival includes Highland Games, four pipe bands, 100 Highland dancers, a piping competition, sheepdog trials, athletic events, Scottish and American foods and vendors of Scottish products. For more information, call 802-496-2213, or go to: www.quecheescottishfestival.com.
Sept. 7
GMHA Morgan Horse Show, South Woodstock
Come watch a classic Morgan Horse Show, the oldest original American horse breed, which originated right here in the state of Vermont over 150 years ago. Considered to be the most versatile breed in the world, this unique and hardy breed will capture your heart. For more info, call (802) 457-1509 or go to: www.gmhainc.org.
Sept. 28
The Vermont 50 Mountain Bike Race to benefit Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports
at Ascutney Mountain Resort, Brownsville
Every year, Ascutney hosts this grueling mountain bike race, where runners compete as well. The “Vermont 50”, one of the Top Ten mountain bike races in the country, attracts more than 3,000 participants and spectators from coast to coast. Come watch the race and help support Vermont Adaptive. For more information, call (603) 381-9993 or visit www.Vermont50.com to register to compete.
Oct. 3-4
2nd Annual Ascutney Mountain Resort Retail Ski Swap to benefit the Jones’ Cabin Renovation Fund at Ascutney Mountain Resort Base Lodge.
Kick off the ski season and enjoy some incredible savings on ski and snowboard packages, featuring 15 retail ski and snowboard shops from all over New England, offering great deals on all the equipment that you’re looking for. Enjoy further savings with used equipment on sale as well. For more information, call (802) 484-7711 x3197.
Oct. 11-12
8th Annual Harpoon Octoberfest, Windsor.
Come Celebrate Fall with the 8th Annual Harpoon Octoberfest. The festival consists of a 5K Road Race, Fresh Harpoon Beer, a Live German Oompah Band and the Famous Keg Bowling Game at the Harpoon Brewery in nearby Windsor. Free tours of the Brewery will be provided all weekend long. For more information, call (802) 674-5491 or visit their website at: www.harpoonbrewery.com.
Oct. 11-12
Harvest Weekend at Billings Farm, Woodstock. “Top 10 Event in VT”
Join in this celebration of the Vermont Harvest, featuring a traditional husking bee and lively barn dance; hands-on activities including cider pressing, shelling corn, threshing grain, historic games and spiced cider & homemade doughnuts! For more information, visit their website at: www.billingsfarm.org
Oct. 11-12
Vermont Apple Festival & Craft Show, Springfield
Come celebrate the 26th Annual Apple Festival & Craft Show at the Riverside Middle School in nearby Springfield, VT. It’s a fall tradition and has been honored as one of the Top Ten Fall Events in the state by the Vermont Chamber! It’s a celebration of the fall harvest, with over 50 crafters, live entertainment and agricultural exhibits. There are activities for the whole family, with animal exhibits, pony rides, hand-pressed apple cider, kiddie games, pumpkin painting and great food. On Sunday, there’s the annual Apple Pie Contest. For more info visit www.springfieldvt.com/apple-festival.htm or send an email to: Chamber@SpringfieldVT.com.
Oct. 12-14
Shades of Fall Arts, Crafts & Antique Show at Ascutney Mountain Resort
An Arts, Crafts & Antique show, featuring the handiwork of local artisans and put on by the West Windsor Historical Society. For more information, call Hilda Conn at (802) 484-9549.
All events are subject to weather and change.
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