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2 events,Behind the Headlines: A Weekly Conversation moderated by Peter Radford Join this engaging weekly forum to explore the deeper themes and ideas shaping today’s news. Each session features a topic introduced by the moderator, who may share background materials and guide a thoughtful, balanced discussion. Hear diverse perspectives, exchange ideas, and share your own views […] 
Are you an expert knitter? Can only knit and purl? Or want to learn from scratch? Join the Dorset Knitters at 5pm every Tuesday! Snacks (finger foods) and beverages are pot-luck style! Email: dorsetvillagelibrary@gmail.com if you have questions…or if you’re interested in Loom Knitting! |
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Local’s Day @ JK Adams Kitchen Store Every Wednesday in February & March is Local’s Day – where everyone is a local! Spin the wheel and win a discount up to 30% of on your entire purchase (some exclusions apply). Exclusions include already discounted items and electronics. 
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator. 
Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. |
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NEW! After-School Activities | Starting Thursday, March 19th from 3:30PM to 4:30PM Kids can drop-in on Thursdays after school to do a different activity each week at the library. We’ll have games, science experiments, arts and crafts, LEGOs and more. For ages 10+. No registration required. March 19th - Paper Airplane Challenge March 26th - […] |
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Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. Northshire Manchester: Northshire Book Festival - tickets required A Weekend in Booktopia 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 of guest authors! Our 2026 festival authors […] |
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Green Up Day, observed annually on the first Saturday of May, is a statewide effort in the US state of Vermont to clean up roadside trash. 8am-12pm Bags available at the Town Clerk’s Office. Leave full bags along roadsides. Thank you!!!
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Women's Basic Chainsaw Safety Course May 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Merck Forest and Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USA Join us for an all-women chainsaw use and safety course.
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Dorset Church Rummage Sale Saturday, May 2, 2026 9am-1pm Outside sales begin at 8:30am. No early bird shopping Northshire Manchester: Northshire Book Festival - tickets required A Weekend in Booktopia 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 of guest authors! Our 2026 festival authors […] 
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […] |
2 events,Northshire Manchester: Northshire Book Festival - tickets required A Weekend in Booktopia 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 of guest authors! Our 2026 festival authors […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […] |
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2 events,Behind the Headlines: A Weekly Conversation moderated by Peter Radford Join this engaging weekly forum to explore the deeper themes and ideas shaping today’s news. Each session features a topic introduced by the moderator, who may share background materials and guide a thoughtful, balanced discussion. Hear diverse perspectives, exchange ideas, and share your own views […]
Are you an expert knitter? Can only knit and purl? Or want to learn from scratch? Join the Dorset Knitters at 5pm every Tuesday! Snacks (finger foods) and beverages are pot-luck style! Email: dorsetvillagelibrary@gmail.com if you have questions…or if you’re interested in Loom Knitting! |
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Local’s Day @ JK Adams Kitchen Store Every Wednesday in February & March is Local’s Day – where everyone is a local! Spin the wheel and win a discount up to 30% of on your entire purchase (some exclusions apply). Exclusions include already discounted items and electronics.
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator.
Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. |
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Lincoln’s Generals’ Wives: Four Women Who Influenced the Civil War - for Better and for Worse Southern Vermont Arts Center, Yester House May 7th | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM EDT You know the old adage: behind every great man, there is a great woman, but as with most things in life, it’s a lot […] |
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Intro to Birding Workshop Friday, May 8 9:00 am - 11:00 am This program does not require admission. It’s time to spread your wings and learn a delightful new hobby. Join avid birders Claudia Burns and Warren Cairo for a beginner’s primer on the endlessly engaging world of birdwatching. Claudia and Warren will go over […]
Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. |
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Mokuhanga Carving and Printing With Texture: A Two-Day Workshop With Patty Hudak Instructor: Patty Hudak Saturday & Sunday, May 9 & 10 10 a.m.–4 p.m. SVAC Member: $250; Non-member: $305 (includes materials fee) Ages 16+ This workshop explores texture in mokuhanga, the Japanese method of water-based woodblock printing, as both a visual and tactile […]
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Bird Walk Saturday, May 9th 7:00 am - 10:00 am This program is free and does not require admission. Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks traverse uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and […]
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Long Trail School’s Decades Dash 5K & Little Retro Runners May 9 at 9am A fun run/walk through the decades for all ages Student: $10 Adults: $20 Under 8: Free To register: longtrailschool.org/decadesdash
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Long Trail School Decades Dash 5k! Saturday, May 9, 9am-noon! Register here: https://longtrailschool.org/decadesdash/ Race through the decades at the Decades Dash 5K! Participants ages 8 and up are invited to run or walk this fun, themed 5K. Along the course, stop at decade-inspired water stations and collect kitsch items from each era so you’ll look fabulous crossing the finish line! REGISTRATION $20 for ages 8+ $10 for LTS students and Little Retro Runners AWARDS Prizes will be awarded to: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place — Ages 8–17 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place — Ages 18 and up Little Retro Runners Younger participants can join the Little Retro Runners, a special option designed just for kids who want to be part of the fun. All runners receive a prize. Who Can Participate All ages and abilities are welcome. Whether you run, jog, or walk, come celebrate the decades with us!
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Meet The Baby Goats Saturday, May 9th 10:00 am - 4:30 pm This program is free with admission. Hildene Farm will be filled with new life this spring. Come meet the adorable baby goats bouncing around the goat dairy on Saturday, May 9, from 10 AM to 4:30 PM. All guests must check in at […]
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Long Trail School is putting on a 70's party to commemorate their 50th anniversary! Join us as we transform the Long Trail Fieldhouse, and take a trip back to 1975 to celebrate our 50th Anniversary! Enjoy delicious food from Vermont Farms Catering, cocktails, live music from New York Players, exciting auction items, and plenty of LTS pride. As […]
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May 9th from 6-10pm! Join us as we transform the Long Trail Fieldhouse, and take a trip back to 1975 to celebrate our 50th Anniversary! Enjoy delicious food from Vermont Farms Catering, cocktails, live music from New York Players, exciting auction items, and plenty of LTS pride. As we commemorate this incredible milestone, we’ll honor our past, celebrate […] |
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Celebrate Mom with Afternoon Tea at Mettowee Mint this Mother's Day! Vintage teacups, spring blossoms, and scrumptious afternoon tea delights from Julia Paul Catering. Sunday, May 10th Served: 11a-1pm Reservations Required. Tickets available online: https://mettoweemint.com/pages/events?srsltid=AfmBOopeI0-R-G3E0Pjoa_7kjmQ3fa_NWyxfzRypafXihrR0W0OvGbVk
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Intermediate Birding Sunday, May 10th 9:00 am - 11:00 am This program does not require admission. This workshop is for those who know the basics of birding, but want to expand their appreciation of birds and get to the next level of birding. Join avid birders Claudia Burns and Warren Cairo for a guided bird […]
Mokuhanga Carving and Printing With Texture: A Two-Day Workshop With Patty Hudak Instructor: Patty Hudak Saturday & Sunday, May 9 & 10 10 a.m.–4 p.m. SVAC Member: $250; Non-member: $305 (includes materials fee) Ages 16+ This workshop explores texture in mokuhanga, the Japanese method of water-based woodblock printing, as both a visual and tactile […]
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Mother’s Day Brunch at The Dorset Inn Sunday, May 10 | 11am-2pm Celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch at The Dorset Inn, where a spring-inspired menu and thoughtful details come together for an elegant, easygoing afternoon. It is a beautiful way to spend time with family and treat Mom to something special in Dorset. Dorset INNsiders […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […] |
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2 events,Behind the Headlines: A Weekly Conversation moderated by Peter Radford Join this engaging weekly forum to explore the deeper themes and ideas shaping today’s news. Each session features a topic introduced by the moderator, who may share background materials and guide a thoughtful, balanced discussion. Hear diverse perspectives, exchange ideas, and share your own views […]
Are you an expert knitter? Can only knit and purl? Or want to learn from scratch? Join the Dorset Knitters at 5pm every Tuesday! Snacks (finger foods) and beverages are pot-luck style! Email: dorsetvillagelibrary@gmail.com if you have questions…or if you’re interested in Loom Knitting! |
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Local’s Day @ JK Adams Kitchen Store Every Wednesday in February & March is Local’s Day – where everyone is a local! Spin the wheel and win a discount up to 30% of on your entire purchase (some exclusions apply). Exclusions include already discounted items and electronics.
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator.
Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. |
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Using the Whole Animal: Introductory Deer Processing for Culinary & Craft Thursday, May 14, 2026 - 4:30 PM Monday, May 18, 2026 - 10:30 AM Marble House Project1161 Dorset West RoadDorset, VT, 05251United States (map) Join educator Dr. Theresa Emmerich Kamper and artist-in-residence Caroline Ross for an immersive, hands-on workshop exploring how to use the entirety of a […] |
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Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. 
Something Rotten! Music & Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell Directed and Choreographed by Renee Wymer Musical Direction by Lorri Bond Produced by Lynne Worth Presenting Sponsors: Burns Insurance Agency RE/MAX Four Seasons Union Underground/Union South Show Sponsors: Haystack Catering GSK Climate Control Mason Dental Welcome […] |
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Merck Forest & Farmland Center - Meet the Lambs Saturday, May 16th 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Merck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USA About the event Spring is bursting from all corners of Merck Forest, from the farm to the fields to the forest. Join us as we welcome new […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […]
Something Rotten! Music & Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell Directed and Choreographed by Renee Wymer Musical Direction by Lorri Bond Produced by Lynne Worth Presenting Sponsors: Burns Insurance Agency RE/MAX Four Seasons Union Underground/Union South Show Sponsors: Haystack Catering GSK Climate Control Mason Dental Welcome […] |
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Lincoln Essay Competition Awards Luncheon Sunday, May 17th This program does not include or require admission. To honor the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Vermont’s 8th graders were invited to reflect on the enduring significance of America’s founding document. Students from around the state weighed in on a wide range of current national […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […]
Something Rotten! Music & Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell Directed and Choreographed by Renee Wymer Musical Direction by Lorri Bond Produced by Lynne Worth Presenting Sponsors: Burns Insurance Agency RE/MAX Four Seasons Union Underground/Union South Show Sponsors: Haystack Catering GSK Climate Control Mason Dental Welcome […] |
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May 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Merck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 Rte 315, Pawlet, VT 05761, USA Experience the magic of a Golden Hour Farm Hike at Merck Forest & Farmland Center, when the setting sun paints the landscape in a golden glow. Wander with a MFFC Field Educator through the working […] |
2 events,Behind the Headlines: A Weekly Conversation moderated by Peter Radford Join this engaging weekly forum to explore the deeper themes and ideas shaping today’s news. Each session features a topic introduced by the moderator, who may share background materials and guide a thoughtful, balanced discussion. Hear diverse perspectives, exchange ideas, and share your own views […]
Are you an expert knitter? Can only knit and purl? Or want to learn from scratch? Join the Dorset Knitters at 5pm every Tuesday! Snacks (finger foods) and beverages are pot-luck style! Email: dorsetvillagelibrary@gmail.com if you have questions…or if you’re interested in Loom Knitting! |
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Local’s Day @ JK Adams Kitchen Store Every Wednesday in February & March is Local’s Day – where everyone is a local! Spin the wheel and win a discount up to 30% of on your entire purchase (some exclusions apply). Exclusions include already discounted items and electronics.
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator.
Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity.
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GMALL Presents - Pagan, Jewish, and Christian Women in the Roman Empire: Literary and Archaeological Evidence Wednesday, May 20 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm at The United Church of Dorset Green Mountain Academy welcomes author Valerie Abrahamsen to talk about women in the Roman Empire. How much do we really know about women's lives in […] |
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Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity.
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GMALL Presents - Here, There and Everywhere: A Global Women’s Movement that Changed the World Friday, May 22 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, at Manchester Community Library Green Mountain Academy welcomes author, Elayne Clift, to lead this five-session course on how women—individually and collectively—have advanced equality and human rights from ancient times to today. […]
Something Rotten! Music & Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell Directed and Choreographed by Renee Wymer Musical Direction by Lorri Bond Produced by Lynne Worth Presenting Sponsors: Burns Insurance Agency RE/MAX Four Seasons Union Underground/Union South Show Sponsors: Haystack Catering GSK Climate Control Mason Dental Welcome […] |
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Bird Walk Saturday, May 23rd 7:00 - 10:00 am This program is free and does not require admission. Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks traverse uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and around […] 
Storytime on the Farm: Goat Dairy Saturday, May 23rd & 30th 11:00 am - 12:00 pm This program is free with admission. It’s story time on the farm! Put on your overalls and boots and join Hildene’s farmers and frolicking baby goats at the goat dairy for a different interactive story each week. This delightful […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […]
Something Rotten! Music & Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell Directed and Choreographed by Renee Wymer Musical Direction by Lorri Bond Produced by Lynne Worth Presenting Sponsors: Burns Insurance Agency RE/MAX Four Seasons Union Underground/Union South Show Sponsors: Haystack Catering GSK Climate Control Mason Dental Welcome […] |
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Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […]
Something Rotten! Music & Lyrics by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell Directed and Choreographed by Renee Wymer Musical Direction by Lorri Bond Produced by Lynne Worth Presenting Sponsors: Burns Insurance Agency RE/MAX Four Seasons Union Underground/Union South Show Sponsors: Haystack Catering GSK Climate Control Mason Dental Welcome […] |
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2 events,Behind the Headlines: A Weekly Conversation moderated by Peter Radford Join this engaging weekly forum to explore the deeper themes and ideas shaping today’s news. Each session features a topic introduced by the moderator, who may share background materials and guide a thoughtful, balanced discussion. Hear diverse perspectives, exchange ideas, and share your own views […]
Are you an expert knitter? Can only knit and purl? Or want to learn from scratch? Join the Dorset Knitters at 5pm every Tuesday! Snacks (finger foods) and beverages are pot-luck style! Email: dorsetvillagelibrary@gmail.com if you have questions…or if you’re interested in Loom Knitting! |
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Local’s Day @ JK Adams Kitchen Store Every Wednesday in February & March is Local’s Day – where everyone is a local! Spin the wheel and win a discount up to 30% of on your entire purchase (some exclusions apply). Exclusions include already discounted items and electronics.
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10AM Join us in the Children’s Room* every Wednesday at 10am for stories, songs and play! Even the littlest kiddos learn at Story Time! No registration. *Please note this room is only accessible by stair, we have no elevator.
Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. |
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Kits and Cubs at Merck Forest Wednesday and Fridays 10am-11:30am Bring your toddlers and preschoolers (18 months to 5 years old) for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Every session is packed with nature-themed activities, songs, stories, and take-home crafts designed to spark curiosity. |
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Botanical Drawing With Colored Pencils: A One-Day Workshop With Corry Buckwalter Instructor: Corry Buckwalter Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 a.m.–4 p.m. SVAC Member: $125; Non-member: $155 Ages 16+ Draw petals, blooms and flowers with colored pencils and connect with the colors of nature. Practice techniques for blending, layering colors, creating depth and lively forms. Participants […]
Storytime on the Farm: Goat Dairy Saturday, May 23rd & 30th 11:00 am - 12:00 pm This program is free with admission. It’s story time on the farm! Put on your overalls and boots and join Hildene’s farmers and frolicking baby goats at the goat dairy for a different interactive story each week. This delightful […]
Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […] |
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Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Saturdays & Sundays in May (except for May 9) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM This program does not include, but does require, admission. Little Hooves, Big Appetites: Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats! Add this hands-on experience to your admission to enhance your visit. Get up close with Hildene's adorable baby […] |