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Friday Night Sober Supper
378 Village St, East Dorset, VT 05253
Join us for Friday Night Sober Supper at The Wilson House, 378 Village St, East Dorset.
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Sunday Yoga on the Lawn with Sam Coulter
Park-McCullough Historic Governor's Mansion, 1 Park Street, North Bennington, VT 05257
Join Sam Coulter for Sunday Yoga on the Lawn from June through September, 9 am - 10:15 am. This slow flow practice helps students of all ages and abilities start their week feeling more grounded, balanced, and connected to the Earth. Practicing outdoors on the ground feels truly supportive for the body—come try it for yourself!
Free
The Wonderful World of Color
Southern Vermont Arts Center, 860 SVAC Drive, West Road, Manchester, VT 05254
Develop your color-mixing techniques and deepen your understanding of color relationships in this three-day workshop with award-winning artist Cynthia Rosen. Through color charts, mixing exercises, and hands-on instruction, participants will gain confidence using color effectively in their work. The workshop accommodates all experience levels and is open to artists working in oils, acrylics, pastels, watercolor, and other two-dimensional media. Day one explores color theory and still life painting, while days two and three allow participants to choose their own subjects from photos, master works, or plein air painting.
Free
Qigong Among The Trees
Park-McCullough Historic Governor's Mansion, 1 Park Street, North Bennington, VT 05257
Join Helen for a gentle qigong practice that calms the mind, softens tension, and restores energy. Breathe with the trees and leave feeling grounded, nourished, and at peace. Beginners welcome.
Free
Tunnel Books
Southern Vermont Arts Center, 860 SVAC Drive, West Road, Manchester, VT 05254
Join us to tell your story through tunnel books, accordion-like structures with cut-paper panels that create an illusion of perspective in a miniature world. The illustrated panels are viewed through a front peep-hole, creating your own miniature world. No experience necessary.
$215
Concerts in the Courtyard: Soul Porpoise
Bennington Museum
Free outdoor music for the whole family featuring Soul Porpoise. Food and drink available, bring your own chair.
Free
All Over Mens Retreat 2026
378 Village St, East Dorset, VT 05253
A men's retreat offering community and connection in a supportive environment.
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