Local Press Releases

Northshire Bookstore Event: Rosemary Wells – “The Little Chefs”(Manchester Center, VT) On Saturday, May 9 at 4 pm, Rosemary Wells, the belovedauthor/illustrator behind the Max and Ruby series, will join us to share her latest picture book – atreat for…

Grant funding will support resident stability and reduce evictionsRutland, VT, April 21, 2026 – Housing Trust of Rutland County dba Cornerstone HousingPartners, was recently awarded a $250,000 Housing for Everyone grant from the TD CharitableFoundation, the giving arm of TD…

Maxine & Friends Sunday, May 17 at 5:30 PM | SVAC Arkell Pavilion Manchester, VT — Prepare for an unforgettable evening of music, joy, and community spirit. Internationally acclaimed concert and recording artist Maxine Linehan returns to headline the 5th Annual Red Fox Community…

Danby, VT – Smokey House Center invites the community to a special screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar, a visually stunning documentary that explores the hidden but essential role caterpillars play in sustaining ecosystems. The event will take place at Smokey…

ARLINGTON, VT — We are proud to announce a special presentation by Don Trachte Jr. titled “The Impact of the Battenkill River on Famous Local Artists.” The event, scheduled for Friday, May 1st, will offer a rare, scholarly, and personal look…

(Manchester Center, VT) On May 1-3, 2026 join us for bookish good times at Northshire Bookstore’s annual festival – an intimate gathering of readers & writers in beautiful Vermont! The weekend will feature talks, signings, celebration, and a wonderful array…

STOCKBRIDGE, MASS. — This Mother’s Day weekend, Berkshire Botanical Garden will welcome spring with something entirely new: two beloved events happening side-by-side for the very first time. From May 8–10, the Garden invites visitors to a weekend-long celebration of plants,…

STOCKBRIDGE, MASS. — Berkshire Botanical Garden’s 49th annual Plants-and-Answers Plant Sale will be held on May 8, 9 and 10, coinciding with the second annual SpringFest on May 9. This event marks a significant celebration of plants, play and community, with proceeds…

The Town of Manchester will hold a special election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 to elect a Selectboard member to serve two years of an unexpired 3-year term and to elect a Trustee of Public Funds member to serve one…

(Manchester Center, VT) On Saturday, April 25 from 10 am to 7 pm, join Northshire Bookstore in both our stores to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day!  The day will feature a bookish trivia scavenger hunt, door prize raffle, and more! Both…