What To Do In and Around Weathersfield Vermont

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Wednesday, December 18

BRIC’s “Shiny New Things” Holiday Bash 5-9 p.m. The Black River Innovation Campus (BRIC) in Springfield, Vermont announced its upcoming 2019 Holiday Social, “Shiny New Things.” This is a one-of-a-kind event for the burgeoning tech communities of the greater Springfield, Vermont and New Hampshire regions to connect while exploring the myriad of gigabit internet opportunities championed by the region’s newest economic development engine.

“Shiny New Things” features opportunities for guests to test the world’s hottest technical and digital wares while listening to DJ Davis spin the beats: Virtual Reality, optimized gaming, app-enabled tabletop games, robotics, movies, music, and more. Food and beverages will be available via local vendors. All ages are invited and encouraged to attend! For more information on BRIC, visit www.bricvt.org To RSVP for “Shiny New Things”, visit https://bricvt.org/bric-holiday-bash

Friday, December 20

Early Release Day  Students at the Weathersfield School will be dismissed at noon on Friday, December 20. Prior to release the school will host their annual Holiday Sing-Along in the gym, from 8:10-9 a.m. The school admins. are asking that students wear a cool holiday sweater.

A visit from Santa  Santa will visit the Weathersfield Proctor Library on Friday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. Join them for festive treats, hot cocoa and a reading of a holiday story. More info call (802) 674-2863

Saturday, December 21

The Weathersfield Proctor Library will screen The Muppets "A Christmas Carol" at 1 p.m. All welcome. More info call (802) 674-2863

Sunday, December 22

Solstice Candlelight service and High Tea hosted by Unitarian Universalist Church on Fairground RD in Springfield, VT 5-7 p.m.

Scrooge, The Musical at World Under Wonder Dec 26-29 and Jan 3 and 4.

This production is in memory of David Roberts, the father of the Executive Director and Founder of the organization who passed away in 2017. When: Seating starts 30 minutes before show. Thursday: Dec. 26: 7pm Friday, Dec. 27: 7pm Saturday, Dec. 28: 7pm Sunday, Dec 29: 3pm Friday, Jan. 3: 7pm Saturday, Jan. 4: 7pm Where: World Under Wonder Playhouse 5755 Route 5, Ascutney Vermont. Cost: $10 tickets. $5 reimbursed to those at door if under 18, over 65, or veterans. Sponsored by the Jack and Dorothy Byrne Foundation

Monday, January 6

Pot Luck Community Dinner at Weathersfield School 5:30 p.m. The WS School Board is hosting a community dinner for families and community members at school at 5:30 pm. All are welcome. The school will provide soup and salad dinner. If you want to bring a hot dish, feel free to do so. Dinner is at 5:30 and at 6:15 pm, the BAC and the Board would like to present next year’s budget and to seek your input. Child care will be provided at this time in the gym. RSVP is encouraged, but not required. 802-674-5400

Music and Performances

Inn at Weathersfield Live Music Fridays in Perkinsville 7-9 p.m. Dec. 20 Rowland Hazard, Dec. 27 J. Michael Kelley

The Engine Room in WRJ. Dec. 20 Hot 97.5 Hip Hop Holiday Party 9 p.m., Dec. 28 Chris Powers and Ali T Album Release Party 7:30 p.m., Dec. 31 New Years Eve with Brooks Hubbard Band 3 p.m., Jan 2 Comedy Club 7 p.m., Jan 4 Club Night: The Hangover with Livemixkings 9 p.m.

Lebanon Opera House in Lebanon NH. Shows at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. The Christmas Revels-An English Celebration of the Winter Solstice December 21-23, 2019 Lebanon Opera House, Lebanon, NH. Five performances. Get tickets.

Taverne on the Square in Claremont NH. Dec. 20 The Bonds.

Tuesday Acoustic Jams in White River Junction. Here In the Valley hosts Acoustic Jam Sessions every Tuesday night at 7 pm at The Filling Station Bar and Grill, 70 Gates St. WRJ. More info on FB Jam Sessions

Windsor Station in Windsor. Dec. 17 Bow Thayer 6 p.m., Dec. 19 The Bubsies 7 p.m., Dec. 20 Turner Around 9:30 p.m., Dec. 21 Diamond Special 9:30 p.m., Dec. 31 NYE Party with Jack In the Pulpit closing with Maiden Voyage dance party until 2 a.m.

World Under Wonder in Ascutney. Jan. 20 Tanu larp Quest Night 6-10 p.m., Feb. 17 Tanu Larp Quest Night 6-10 p.m., March 16 Tanu larp Quest Night 6-10 p.m.

Food Assistance

Ascutney Union Church Food Cupboard in Ascutney 5243 Route 5 Saturdays 9-10 a.m. call 802-674-2484. 

Weathersfield Food Shelf in Perkinsville. The 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 1-3 p.m. WFS is located in the 1879 Schoolhouse at 1862 Route 106 in Perkinsville. Donations of non-perishable food are always welcomed and may be dropped off at the facility during open hours or placed in the collection box at Martin Memorial Hall. For more information, call 802-263-5584 or email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com.

Rachel’s Kitchen in Windsor. Free breakfast 7-10 a.m. Mon-Fri at the Rachel Harlow Church 165 Main Street Windsor.

Windsor Community Dinners in Windsor. Wednesdays 5-6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall 4 Court Street, Windsor.

Veggie Van Go in Windsor. Free fresh produce provided by the Vermont Food Bank. 2nd Tuesday of the month 10-11 a.m. Mt. Ascutney Hospital 289 County Road, Windsor.

Hartland Food shelf in Hartland. 4 Corners UU Church Fridays 8-10 a.m.

Reading-West Windsor Food Shelf in Reading. Mondays 2-4 p.m. and Thursday 4-6 p.m. Stone School 3456 Tyson Rd, Reading.

Other Ongoing Events

Senior Exercise Program in Ascutney: Free. Sponsored by RSVP. Mondays and Wednesdays 10-11 a.m. in basement of Martin Memorial Hall, Route 5, Ascutney. Classes are led by Sandy Lemois. If interested call 674-5254 for more information.

Twin State Depression Support Group in Weathersfield. Free peer-led Depression Support Groups to all, the 3rd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 pm, 5259 Route 5, Ascutney, VT (Martin Memorial Hall - downstairs) and the 4th Wednesday of each month, 6:30 pm, 7 Morgan Street, Springfield, VT (Turning Point) Both venues are accessible. TwinStateDepressionSupportGroup.org or on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TwinStateDSG/. More information call 802-795-0098

Nancy Nutile-McMenemy is an Upper Valley freelance photographer and writer who loves to attend concerts and local events in and around Weathersfield and the Upper Valley.
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