Join us on the Library lawn for the Annual Summer Music Series! Held on select Saturdays throughout the summer from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, this beloved outdoor concert series features live performances by local and regional musicians, delicious bites from area food vendors, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and even your leashed dog — all are welcome at this free community celebration of music, summer, and connection.
Sugar House Fire is a powerhouse rock and blues band hailing from the heart of southern Vermont, igniting stages with high-energy performances and soul-deep grooves. Drawing from a rich well of legendary artists like Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Ray Vaughan, the Allman Brothers, Steely Dan, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, ZZ Top, and Tedeschi Trucks Band, Sugar House Fire blends classic rock, blues, and jam-band spirit into a sound that’s both timeless and fiercely alive.
Fronted by the dynamic duo of Ken Mades on guitar and lead vocals and Olivia Fauve delivering powerhouse vocals with depth and soul, the band weaves intricate melodies and electrifying solos. Jeff Pardes brings rich textures and classic tones on keys, while Steve Weinberg holds down the low end with tight, driving bass lines. On drums, Josh Volovik fuels the fire with rock-solid rhythms and explosive dynamics.
With a setlist that nods to icons like Jethro Tull, Elton John, The Who, Mountain, Johnny Winter, Blind Faith, Grand Funk Railroad, and Bad Company, Sugar House Fire pays tribute while making each song their own. Whether it’s a slow-burning blues ballad or a full-throttle rock anthem, this band delivers with passion, precision, and the kind of chemistry that only comes from true love of the music.
Born in the Green Mountains, Sugar House Fire is more than a band—it’s a celebration of the golden era of rock and blues, reborn for modern ears.
The MCL Summer Music Series has been generously sponsored by Maple Capital Management.
