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Town of Manchester & the Manchester Business Association present
Manchester’s 4th of July Celebration<\/h1>\n

Saturday \u00b7 July 4 \u00b7 2026
Manchester Rec Park \u00b7 5:30-9 PM \u00b7 Free & open to all<\/p>\n

Order of the Day
9:30 AM
Little Striders Kids Fun Run
A morning dash for the little ones to kick off the Fourth. Add to calendar<\/p>\n

5:30 PM
Celebration Begins
Live music, food trucks, lawn games, face painting, the kids’ bike parade and more. Add to calendar<\/p>\n

After Dark
Fireworks Finale
Stick around as fireworks light up the Manchester sky to close out the night.<\/p>\n

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Dorset Theatre Festival
The 49th Season of Professional Summer Theatre in Southern Vermont<\/h1>\n

Now through September 5<\/h4>\n

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Taconic Music<\/h1>\n
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10th Summer Festival June 15\u2013July 13, 2026<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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Taconic Music’s<\/a>\u00a010th\u00a0Summer Festival<\/a>\u00a0showcases an eclectic mix of classical, jazz, and pops. Running from June 15\u2013July 13, this year\u2019s festival is includes three Chamber Music Saturdays at the Riley Center for the Arts at Burr and Burton (6\/20, 27, and 7\/11), two Young Artists Concerts (6\/29 and 7\/13) and a\u00a0Pops concert<\/a>\u00a0(July 4) featuring Ariel Rudiakov conducting the Taconic Pops Orchestra\u2014with guest singer Maxine Linehan\u2014at SVAC\u2019s Arkell Pavilion, a fitting prelude to the evening\u2019s fireworks around the Northshire.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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June 10 – Sept 6<\/h3>\n

Presenting a summer season of blockbuster musicals, classic plays, family-friendly shows, and ground-breaking new works. Expanding the imaginative, cultural, and social landscape in the community by connecting Weston to the world and the world to Weston.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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B2B Golf Tournament and Online Auction!<\/h1>\n

Tournament – Wednesday, June 11
Online Auction – Now through June 11<\/h4>\n

Join us for the B2B Golf Classic, an exciting day of fun, friendly competition, and networking at Mount Anthony Country Club! Open to golfers of all skill levels, this annual event features 18 holes of scramble golf, course contests, and a chance to win great prizes. With raffles, exclusive B2B swag, and a 19th hole reception, it\u2019s more than just a golf tournament\u2014it\u2019s a celebration of community and business connections.<\/p>\n

New this year, don\u2019t miss the opportunity to take a shot with a Long Drive Pro, plus a chance to win a trip for two to Pebble Beach! Register Today<\/a><\/strong> and secure your spot for a day you won\u2019t forget.<\/p>\n

Plus, the B2B Online Auction<\/a><\/strong> is now live\u2014check out amazing local and travel items up for bid and place your bids before they close! All proceeds from both the tournament and online auction support the vital programs of the Manchester Business Association and Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce. Don\u2019t wait\u2014sign up now and start bidding<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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Manchester Merriment!<\/h1>\n

Make plans now to ensure you don\u2019t miss out on your annual favorite festivities, such as the Santa Express, Shires Holiday Inn Tours, Menorah Lighting, Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade, and Community Holiday Tree Lighting, just to name a few. This holiday season has a ton of fun, family-friendly events planned, so be sure to frequently check our\u00a0daily events calendar<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for the precise times and dates of both returning favorites and brand-new holiday activities and experiences.<\/p>\n

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Manchester Food & Wine Festival<\/h1>\n

May 22 @ 6:30pm – May 24 @ 9:00pm<\/h4>\n

Join us\u00a0Memorial Day weekend<\/strong> at the Manchester Vermont Food & Wine Festival! Indulge in an unforgettable culinary escape in Manchester, Vermont. Sip exceptional wines, savor inspired dishes, discover offerings from Vermont\u2019s finest purveyors and artisans, and mingle with fellow food and wine enthusiasts along the way. Mark your calendars for May 22, 2026 \u2013 May 24, 2026 and get ready for a weekend filled with flavor, experiences, and fun!<\/p>\n

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Weston Theater Company
About Season 89<\/h1>\n

Now through October 12<\/h4>\n

Weston\u2019s 2025 season celebrates the creative peaks we reach year after year and the artistic pathways that lead us to discovery and connection. This year, we’ll gather to share stories that transport us to new heights, from John Denver\u2019s Rocky Mountains to the Green Mountains of Vermont. We\u2019ll revel in the nostalgia and warmth of White Christmas and explore the powerful intersections of identity and belonging in Kareem Fahmy\u2019s A Distinct Society. Each production reflects the journeys we take together\u2014filled with joy and love, family and friendship, challenge and hope.<\/p>\n

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Summer reading at Mother Myrick\u2019s Confectionery!<\/h1>\n

Now through Sept. 8th<\/h4>\n

Our Annual Summer Reading Program is starting! The program rewards children for reading up to 12 books throughout the summer. You just need your books & our game board to guide you. Mom or Dad can bring in the children to get a variety of rewards at different steps as they progress. Student in grades K through 6 are invited to participate. Gameboards (We encourage younger siblings to also participate by having an adult read to them). It\u2019s lots of fun and keeps reading skills sharp until school starts again.
Gameboards are available at Mother Myrick’s, download at www.mothermyricks.com or you can email jacki@mothermyricks.com for a copy. Have fun reading!<\/p>\n

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