Manchester-Bennington Region - 10

Manchester-Bennington Region - 10

The southwestern corner of Vermont, known as The Shires of Vermont, is defined by the Taconic Mountains on the west and the Green Mountains on the east. This region has the distinction of having two shire towns, or county seats, in Bennington and Manchester.

The Manchester-Bennington region offers a sampling of everything that makes Vermont special - picturesque small towns with village greens, whitewashed steeples, quaint bed & breakfasts, cows at pasture alongside wonderful old hay barns, a multitude of farms providing fresh produce to local restaurants, and picturesque covered bridges. Visit Manchester and choose from historic inns to modern boutique hotels to family-friendly motels. Explore history at Hildene (the Lincoln Family home), shop Manchester Designer Outlets or unique Vermont shops, or enjoy hiking or biking on nearby trails, fishing the Battenkill, or skiing at nearby Stratton or Bromley. For the golfer, choose from a number of different courses offering variety in terrain and challenge.

Or head to Bennington, the other shire town in the region, and take in the panoramic view from the top of the Bennington Battle Monument, the tallest man-made structure in Vermont. Visit the Bennington Museum to see Grandma Moses' fascinating artwork. Home to both Bennington College and Southern Vermont College, Bennington exudes small-town charm with its quaint shops, restaurants, and lodging choices.

Travel through the Shires on the three specially designated scenic byways in the region. You can head north along the Shires of Vermont Byway which begins at Vermont’s southern border and follows Route 7 and 7A to Manchester. Head out of Manchester along Route 30, the Stone Valley Byway, to explore multiple state parks perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and other outdoor pursuits. Or travel the Molly Start Byway between Brattleboro and Bennington along Vermont Route 9 near the southern border of the state. The Shires of Vermont are easily accessible from New York and New England, making the area a popular, year-round tourist destination. The Shires of Vermont. "So Vermont. So near."

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Cities & Towns of the Manchester-Bennington Region

Arlington

Bennington

Dorset

East Arlington

East Dorset

Glastenbury

Landgrove

Manchester

Manchester Center

Manchester Village

North Bennington

North Pownal

South Dorset

South Shaftsbury

Stamford

Sunderland

West Arlington

West Rupert

Winhall

Woodford

Vermont Events in September

Hullabaloo Outside – For Ages 4 – 6 6/17/21 - 10/15/21

Instructor: Alexandra Langstaff Date: Each Thursday starting June 17, 2021 Time: 9 – 9:45 a.m. Cost: SVAC Member: $10; Non-member: $15 Ages: 4 – 6 Outdoor Hullabaloo is here on Thursday mornings from 9-9:45, weather permitting, beginning June 17th. Explore and develop physical intelligence and imagination through exciting movement, energetic activities and calming exercises! These classes provide opportunities for body and brain integration through music, movement and props. (Wow, sounds sort of dry….don’t be fooled, it’s a rollicking good time!) Registration and class fee should be paid to Alexandra at the beginning of class. COVID-19 protocols will be in place. For more information contact Erin Kaufman at ekaufman@svac.org or 802-367-1306. Alexandra is a certified educator who encourages creative movement and yoga. Exploration and investigation inspires thoughtful, joyful living! Learn more about Alexandra at hullabaloodanceshop.com.

Re-envisioning Renewables 9/8/21 - 10/10/21

Calling all artists! All mediums are welcome! Please join us to unearth your creative genius as it relates to renewable energy and the environment. Renewable Energy Vermont, Power Guru, Bennington County Regional Commission, and the Sage Street Mill are teaming up to curate artwork that displays the beautiful, natural, and regenerative sides of renewable energy technologies like solar, batteries, electric vehicles, or any other historical renewable energy resource that may be controversially seen today as an eyesore. Submissions are due by email to research@power-guru.com on October 10th. It's free to submit and exhibit! Selections of the work submitted will be notified by Sage Street Mill and Power Guru.

After-School Acting Classes For Middle Schoolers With Michelle Cox 9/9/21 - 10/21/21

INSTRUCTOR: MICHELLE COX THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2021 (EACH THURSDAY FOR 6 WEEKS – ONE THURSDAY IS SKIPPED) 4 – 5:30 P.M. Member: $160; Non-Member: $195 Open to children in grades 5 – 8 For kids in grades 5 – 8. Students will participate in theater games, improvisation, dramatic play and scene work–in a fun, non-competitive environment. Gain confidence in actor instincts and choices. Class will be outdoors as much as weather allows. Limited scholarships available. Please contact Erin Kaufman 802.367.1306 or ekaufman@svac.org.

Introduction To The Fiber Arts With Andrea Myklebust 9/12/21 - 10/3/21

INSTRUCTOR: ANDREA MYKLEBUST SUNDAYS FROM SEPTEMBER 12 – OCTOBER 3 1 – 4 P.M. SVAC Member: $225; Non-Member: $265 Ages 14 – Adult Join Andrea Myklebust for four consecutive Sunday afternoons. Try your hand at a variety of fiber-based art forms in this multi-session class. Sample hand-spinning yarn, do natural dyework on wool, needlefelt — even weave on floor looms! No previous experience necessary. Ages 14 to adult.

Sculpting Heads In Clay, With Stanton Sears 9/23/21 - 10/28/21

INSTRUCTOR: STANTON SEARS THURSDAYS FROM SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 28 (6 CLASSES) 6 – 8:30 P.M. SVAC Member: $230; Non-Member: $290 Create a life-sized likeness of a partner using recyclable plasticine clay. In the final sessions, we will make a simple mold of a portion of the head to take home.

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