Stratton Magazine

Samantha Grout brings yoga, fun, adventure, and transformation to Southern Vermont with the OM Festival for a second year.

From July 24 – July 28, at the West Mountain Inn, the spirit of togetherness, transformation, balance, and positive energy will flow as freely as the waters of the nearby Battenkill River at the second annual OM Festival. Founded and organized by entrepreneur, yoga enthusiast, and native Vermonter, Samantha Grout, the OM Festival will bring yoga instructors, wellness experts, renowned musicians, local vendors, performers, and yogis of all experience levels together for a five-day celebration of life, wellness, and the beauty of the Green Mountain State.

Follow the link in to read more!

strattonmagazine.com/attractions/dance-flow-and-play/

2024 STRATTON OPEN: UPA VERMONT STATE PICKLEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

The 2024 Stratton Open returns for its second year - this time as the Vermont State qualifier for the UPA World Championships. This 3-day tournament is held at Vermont’s largest outdoor pickleball center. With singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, there are plenty of play options for players of all levels.

Registration is limited. Sign up today!
Stratton Mountain Resort
Follow the link to learn more!
stratton.com/things-to-do/events/stratton-open-pickleball-tournament

Friday, August 2:
Men's Singles
Women's Singles

Saturday, August 3:
Women's Doubles
Men's Doubles

Sunday, August 4:
Mixed Doubles

Join the great folks at Pearl's Place & Pantry — the stylish Southern Barbecue restaurant just down Routes 11/30 in Manchester — for a festive 4th of July Cook-Out on their patio overlooking the Green Mountains. There will be live music, lawn games, special cocktails and local brews, along with carving and grilling stations serving up house-smoked barbecue and southern specialties! Pearl’s Cook-Outs are becoming a favorite of locals in Manchester and Stratton, so it will be a great event for families and a convenient stop just down the hill. The party runs from 4 to 8 pm and reservations are a good idea. Call 802-367-3098 or look them up on Open Table.

On a scenic stretch of road that spans from Bondville to Brattleboro, an exciting initiative is breathing new life into the local community. The VT Route 30 Collective aims to promote economic vitality in the historic Route 30 corridor in Windham County by building symbiotic unity among independent Vermont businesses. The collective’s mission is not just about empowering local businesses; it’s also about preserving the vibrant culture of rural Vermont.

The VT Route 30 Collective is comprised of local businesses, farms, shops, and nonprofits in eight towns in Windham County: Bondville, Rawsonville, Jamaica, West Townshend, Townshend, Newfane, Dummerston, and Brattleboro. Member businesses include restaurants such as Fat Crow and River & Rye Restaurant and Motel, popular stores like The Newfane Store and River Bend Market, and artisan craft and design businesses, such as Robert DuGrenier Glass Art Gallery and Cotton Design Architecture & Interiors, among others. Over the course of a three-year campaign, VT Route 30 Collective aims to drive economic development through a comprehensive suite of services, including branding, marketing, management, outreach, communication, and community engagement. In doing so, the Collective seeks to encourage visitation, help businesses, and catalyze growth throughout the area.

Follow the link to read more!

strattonmagazine.com/local/collective-growth/

Congratulations, Benjamin, on your 8th anniversary of sobriety! Your strength, honesty, and fearlessness inspire us daily.

Thank you for your music (CLEAN: the album).
Thank you for your words of wisdom (CLEAN: the column).
And thank you for DJ’ing great sober music (CLEAN Jams on WEQX).

If you haven't heard Benjamin Lerner’s album, CLEAN, in which he shares his story of addiction and his journey in sobriety... check it out: BenjaminLerner.com

Old Mill Road Media is delighted to provide support for the young athletes and future stars of the Arlington Youth Baseball Association!

The Arlington Youth Baseball Association is a non-profit organization comprised of volunteers from the Arlington, Sandgate, and Sunderland, Vermont communities.

Gooooooooooo EAGLES!!!!

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Foundation’s Summer Gala Raffle is now open to the public, with nine chances to win incredible prizes, including the grand prize of $10,000, second place prize of $5,000 and third place prize of $2,500.* Ticket holders also have a chance to win one of six additional prize packages that include exclusive local gift certificates, jewelry and more.

Tickets are $100 each and just 500 tickets will be sold. Sales are open now through Friday, June 7.

Winners will be announced June 8 at the Summer Gala, but you need not be present to win. Ticket sales benefit Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s Annual Fund, which supports patient resources and care, helps expand programs and allows SVMC to invest in the latest medical technologies and equipment.

*Cash prizes are based on all 500 tickets being sold. See the full list of prizes at SummerGala.com.

Let Us Entertain You!
May 19th - doors open at 4 PM

Andrea McArdle, fresh from wowing New York City audiences at 54 Below with her one-woman show, “Confessions of a Broadway Baby” Andrea now brings this biographical cabaret– where she weaves song with amusing show biz anecdotes– to Bennington.

Head to monumentcentervt.org/gala2024 to learn more!

Only 300 tickets are available!

⛳️ Please take a chance and help to preserve the boyhood home of Bill W. for generations of folks in recovery. You might also win $5,000 for your kind gesture!

➡️ How it works (not to be confused with “How It Works”):

Purchase a $100 ball online at wilsonhouse.org/event/balldrop. Your purchase will give you a unique number. Your number will be put on one of 200 other numbered golf balls. They will all be dropped from a crane on the driving range of the Dorset Field Club on Wednesday, May 22nd. The first ball in the hole, or nearest to it, wins! Watch the balls drop live on our page (). Questions? (802) 362-5524 or [email protected]

Congratulations to Kool & the Gang on being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Our sister publication, Berkshire Magazine, recently interviewed Kool, since he’s bringing “The Gang” to perform this summer at Tanglewood on June 23rd. Follow the link to read the story!

berkshiremag.com/mayjune-24/so-kool

Wow! Absolutely incredible Pour List for this Festival. A new record of over 140 unique beverages to sample and for you VIP Ticket holders 40 unique beverages just for you!
Ticket Bundles end soon 😁

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for the Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival happening May 2-5, 2024!
Welcome to the 3rd Annual Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival in Arlington, Vermont, presented by the Arlington Common. Join in for fun, fishing, music, and camaraderie as they celebrate and raise funds to protect and enhance the Battenkill and provide the Arlington area with a hub for wellness, art, and community.

The Manchester Music Festival's Box Office Opens to New Subscribers Today!

Season 50 celebrates “The Romantic Journey,” a theme that cuts to the heart of how art reflects our humanity. If you are a previous season ticket holder, get your tickets today! Box office opens on April 24 for new subscribers and on May 8 for single-ticket buyers.

28” of fresh snow. 92 trails. 629 acres. Glades are open. Looks like we’re springing back to winter! ❄️🌲👀

This weekend's storm brought parts of Southern Vermont an additional 20"!

Pearl's Place & Pantry, the stylish southern BBQ restaurant just down Routes 11/30 in Manchester, will be putting out a sumptuous buffet for Easter Sunday Brunch on March 31st. House Smoked Ham, Turkey, and Roast Beef will be on the table, along with a waffle and omelette bar, southern home-cooked side dishes, and fantastic desserts. Go enjoy the casual atmosphere with special holiday cocktails in a beautiful mountain setting. Brunch will be served from 11 am to 3 pm, and reservations are highly recommended. It will be a great event for families and a convenient stop on your way back home.

pearlsplacevt.com

Von Bargen's Jewelry Raffle Alert!

Purchase raffle tickets in support of for Mental Health and 24 Hours of Stratton! Enter to win Paul Morelli diamond snowflake earrings!
Follow the link to enter!
https://strattonfoundation.kindful.com/?campaign=1286122

America’s Band, The Beach Boys, are bringing their Endless Summer Gold tour to Stratton Mountain on August 3. Tickets available Friday, March 1. 🎶

Matt Jones has been the President and Chief Operating Officer of Stratton Mountain Resort since November 6. He comes to Stratton with 25 years in the mountain resort business, most recently as Vice President and General of Kirkwood Mountain Resort in California.
Follow the link below to learn more!
strattonmagazine.com/profile/10-minutes-with-matt-jones/

UNFORGIVING Lessons From The Fall Unplug, put another log on the fire and gather round the table. The 1000 piece Stratton puzzle is sure to inspire, intrigue and entertain you, from wee age

Don't miss this FREE FAMILY EVENT brought to you by the team at William Raveis Vermont Properties! Head to Ludlow Town Hall on Saturday, February 10th, at 6:30pm to enjoy a performance by comedian and ventriloquist, Al Getler!

Join Von Bargen's Jewelry on February 10-11 at Stratton Mountain Resort to meet designer Peter Schmid and explore his incredible collection of one-of-a-kind jewelry!