Wow, can you believe it is the middle of February already?! Winter is flying by, so don’t miss your chance to experience one of the best weeks in the Okemo Valley!

To start your weekend off right, join us on Friday evening at the Sitting Bull for live music from one of our local favorites, Sam Blanchette! This is the perfect setting to unwind from an awesome day on the hill. If you miss us on Friday, come back on Saturday because Lustre Kings will be in the house! Even better, if you loved Sam Blanchette on Friday, come back on Sunday because he will be back! We are also sponsoring music on February 18th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd.

To keep the party rolling, check out the Torchlight Parade and Fireworks at Okemo at 6pm on Saturday. This is an Okemo tradition that you do not want to miss. There will be a parade of skiers and snowboarders led by torchlight or join in a snowshoe adventure with Vermont Properties Real Estate Agent, Joe Karl, for a slopeside view of the fireworks and parade.

After the parade, check out the Okemo Mountain School Winter Festival at Willie Dunn’s. This is a fundraiser event for our local winter academy and is open to the public. There is a tasting of beer and wine, along with complimentary appetizers donated by local restaurants. While you are eating, drinking, and mingling, check out a large assortment of silent auction items including a Fondue Party for 10 at Stemwinder, a Pasta Making & Wine Tasting Class at Mama’s, or a Cocktail Class for 4 at Main & Mountain! Get your tickets in advance here!

If you are looking for something to do on Sunday evening, head to Jackson Gore to see Sylvia the Ventriloquist. This is a free event and fun for the whole family! After the show, head outside to the Jackson Gore Courtyard firepit and make a s’more!

On Tuesday, VINS (Vermont Institute of Natural Science) is doing a free presentation for families at Jackson Gore. The presentation includes a raptor encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls. Learn more about these fascinating creatures, while admiring their beauty. If you like what you see, you can visit VINS in Quechee, Vermont.

By Wednesday, you might be in need of a parents night out! Join us at Jackson Gore for Paint & Sip that includes the paint, a canvas, brushes, and an apron! You don’t need to be an expert because a local artist will guide you every step on the way! To register, click here!

Do you like to dance? Do you like to ice skate? If you answered yes to both questions, then we know where you need to be on Thursday evening! Check out the Shake N’ Skate at the Jackson Gore Ice House for ice skating with a live DJ and games. This is a fun event for all ages! If you need some practice before the event, head to the Ice House throughout the week to practice your best moves!

On Friday, take a break from the slopes to check out the Vermont Specialty Food Tour. There will be an assortment of Vermont food and drinks at the Jackson Gore Base Area. This is a great chance to try local Vermont products and find your favorites to purchase and bring home with you!

With President’s Week coming to an end, it would be a great time to check out some of our local shops and restaurants. Remember, it is a busy weekend, so if you are looking to go out to dinner, be sure to make reservations! Check out some of our other blogs for ideas on where to go and what to do in the Okemo Valley!

Ladies and gentleman, Valentine’s Day is just days away! You know what that means, don’t you? You better make plans for that special someone in your life! Don’t worry, Ludlow has plenty of options!

What better way to start your Valentine’s Day than with a few runs on Okemo! Nothing says romance like a ride up the bubble chair with your favorite someone. Better yet, Okemo is setting the mood for Valentine’s Day with a scavenger hunt on the slopes. Ski or ride around the mountain to find “hidden” red hearts along the trails. If you find one, return it to guest services for a prize!

My perfect Valentine’s Day includes a homemade meal at home, which makes for a great way to end your day after hitting the slopes. The way to my heart is most definitely through a Singleton’s steak and their “to die for” loaded baked potato. Don’t forget to pick up a delicious dessert from one of the Okemo Valley’s bakeries! Check out last week’s blog for more ideas on the perfect sweet treat for you and your Valentine!

However, if you are looking for a romantic dinner out on the town, the Okemo Valley has many options for you! A great option that is sure to impress your significant other is dining at The Echo Lake Inn. They are hosting Saint Valentine’s Specials with a delicious four course meal with champagne for the evening. Make it a Valentine’s Day you will never forget and splurge on getting a room for the night in one of the inn’s cozy rooms.

Another option with a special Valentine’s Day dinner and rooms is The Castle Hill Resort & Spa. The Castle frequently runs winter specials for lodging that include spa and dinner packages perfect for a romantic evening. After hitting the slopes, enjoy the afternoon getting a massage and a dip in the outdoor heated pool or hottub, followed by a delicious gourmet dinner.

If The Echo Lake Inn and The Castle Hill Resort & Spa aren’t your style, checkout one of our other local restaurants for a Valentine’s Day meal. Some of my personal favorites are The Downtown Grocery, Stemwinder, Homestyle Hostel, and Sam’s Steakhouse. Even if they don’t have a special Valentine’s Day menu, I promise you and your sweetheart won’t be disappointed!

For the perfect ending to the perfect day, head to Main & Mountain for a nightcap. Their delicious house cocktails are certainly made with love, but if you prefer beer or wine, they have one of the best selections in town!

Happy Valentine's Day from our Vermont Properties team!

 

You know that feeling when you get home from skiing and you are starving from a long day on the hill, but nothing seems like the right choice? You might have pretzels or delicious Vermont cheese, but they just won’t cut it because you want something sweet. Well, you have absolutely no excuse not to have EXACTLY what you want because the Okemo Valley has some of the very best sweet treat shops around! I highly recommend that after you read this, hop in the car, and try one of the local hot spots for your favorite treat.

If you are looking for an early morning treat, head to Sweet Surrender at the bottom of the Okemo Access Road. This adorable mountain bakery has the best donuts I have ever had. You can’t go wrong with their staple, the cinnamon sugar crueler, however, they also have a variety of breakfast pastries that will not disappoint. They carry Green Mountain Coffee and everything is available to dine in or take out. Don’t wait until mid-morning to get your treat because it isn’t uncommon for them to be sold out of the popular items!

Another favorite of mine is Big Eyes Bakery, located right on Main Street. This adorable café style bakery has something for everyone, whether you are looking for the best breakfast sandwich in town or something sweet. They have delicious items to-go such as Cannoli’s and Irish Soda Bread, or grab a cup of coffee and eat-in. You could also take home an entire Bailey’s Irish Crème Cake or a homemade pie. Big Eyes Bakery always has a great variety of sweet treats to choose from, so be prepared because you probably won’t be able to choose just one!

One of the local hotspots in Ludlow is Java Baba’s, also at the bottom of the Okemo Access Road. While they are typically known for their delicious sandwiches and salads, they also have a great assortment of sweet treats. Some of their staples are tiramisu and chocolate magic cubes, both of which make the perfect addition to your lunch. A personal favorite of mine are the rainbow bars; while I can’t pinpoint exactly what they are, this colorful cake-like dessert is a must try!

For a different kind of treat on a warm day, or if you are willing to brave the cold, head to the Green Mountain Sugar House for a maple creemee. This delicious maple ice cream is the essence of Vermont and should not be missed. Even though it is delicious in just a cone, my favorites are having it as a milk shake or maple sundae. 

I hope I succeeded in making your mouth water! Like I said, head into town and try out one of the shops, or all of them! 

    The internet is inundated with information regarding winter storm, Harper, that is coming to New England this weekend and it looks like Vermont is going to get the best of it! On any given weather channel, the Okemo Valley is projected to get between 18 inches and 3 feet of snow before Monday. Nothing says Vermont like a snow day and we already have your whole day planned for you!

    Since the snow is supposed to start Saturday evening, that means there is bound to be EPIC powder Sunday morning. Even though it is a snow day, that doesn’t mean you should sleep in. You know the old saying, “The mountains are calling and I must go”? Well, Okemo will certainly be calling your name and you are going to want to get the first tracks of the day! If you are an experienced skier, make sure to take advantages of the woods trails because they aren’t always in prime condition. My favorite place to ski on powder days is on the South Side, playing in knee deep snow on Loose Spruce and Forest Bump. However, if you aren’t as experienced, don’t worry, every trail on Okemo will be in excellent condition on Sunday.

    We all know that powder skiing or snowboarding can take a lot out of us, so if you aren’t able to stay on the mountain all day, that’s okay. Some of the best snow day activities can be had from the comforts of your own home. So, spend the morning at Okemo and then go home to relax in the afternoon. Before you do, make sure you stop at the store and get hot chocolate and maple syrup, I promise you won’t be disappointed.

    Once you are home, get into some comfy clothes, make that hot chocolate (add some Baileys), and if you are lucky, curl up in front of your fireplace. If you don’t have a fireplace, find the coziest blanket you have and find the best spot on the couch. Turn on Netflix and find a movie or that TV show you have been waiting to binge watch. Spend a couple hours relaxing and warming up from your morning on the hill.

    Don’t spend too long though, because that snow is still calling your name. When is the last time you built a snowman? I am here to tell you that you are NEVER too old to play in the snow. Get on your snow gear and head outside. You can drag along your family or friends and see who can build the best snowman, or make it a team effort to make one giant snowman.

    Before you head inside, find some clean snow because you must make Maple Sugar on Snow! Recruit someone to go inside and heat up maple syrup on the stove until it reaches 235 degrees, while the other person fills a pan with hard packed snow. Once you reach the correct temperature, drizzle it over the snow and enjoy this legendary Vermont treat.

    If you are still looking for fun filled activities to do on your snow day, you should pull out those old dusty board games or card games. We know life is usually too busy to do this, so take the time to enjoy a game or two with family or friends. I will also be spending the afternoon in the hot tub because nothing is more magical than sitting in a hot tub in a snowstorm.

    What is the best thing about snowstorm Harper? Well, it falls on a holiday weekend! Which means, you get to wake up Monday morning and repeat all of your favorite snow day activities! Please share your favorite things to do in a snowstorm with us!

Even though we live in a mountain town, we know that not everyone enjoys skiing or snowboarding. Yes, we always push people to enjoy the gorgeous mountain of Okemo in our backyard, but do not worry, there is still plenty to do in Ludlow if you do not like winter sports!

Ludlow is the home of many well-known restaurants with something for everyone! If you are looking for a morning or afternoon out on the town, while your friends or family are skiing, there are plenty of places to choose from. For breakfast, head into Proctorsville to Vermont Apple Pie. This adorable country kitchen serves only homemade food, including a personal favorite, the Apple Crisp Waffle. Yes, it is exactly what it sounds like; apple crisp on a waffle, yum! For other breakfast choices, check out The Hatchery or Cafe at Delight. If you enjoy a morning at your home or hotel, curled up with coffee in front of the fireplace, then you could check out the several delicious lunch options that Ludlow has to offer. If you are looking for a sandwich, look no further than Java Baba’s, a popular cafe at the bottom of the Okemo Access Road. If you are craving Italian, head to Mama’s for a delicious calzone or homemade pasta, both of which will make you feel like you are in Italy. If you want a to-go option, you must try The Cookster. The Cookster offers a new menu everyday of homemade items that will make your mouth water as soon as you see them!

While you are out, you should check out some of the little shops around town. One of my favorites is The Blue Sky Trading Post, an adorable shop with a variety of items. You can find local souvenirs or beautiful handcrafted jewelry. I promise, you won’t be able to leave empty handed. Right down the road on Depot Street, you will find the Wine & Cheese Depot, The Depot Street Gallery, and Russ Hurlburt Photography Studio & Gallery. All of these shops are unique and truly show the essence of Vermont. You should also take a ride on Route 100 North to the Green Mountain Sugar House, where you can get the best maple creemee around and take a look in their gift shop filled with Vermont products.

If you are looking to do something active, but don’t enjoy skiing or snowboarding, there are a lot of options! You could take a yoga class at Go With the Flow, who offers classes for all levels and a variety of class types. If you want to stay on the mountain, The Jackson Gore Fitness Center also offers a variety of classes, a gym, and a pool. If you want to stick with the winter theme of being in a mountain town, the Okemo Valley Golf Course becomes a Nordic Center and offers trails for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. The trails give you some of the best views of Okemo and are always well groomed and maintained. Another option is to check out the Ice House at Jackson Gore and enjoy an afternoon or morning of ice skating.

So, if you do not ski or snowboard, that’s okay! There is plenty for everyone to do in Ludlow. If you are looking for other ideas, do not hesitate to reach out! We are always willing to help you experience the Okemo Valley in a way that matches your likes and need!

 

In case you can’t tell, the team at William Raveis Vermont Properties loves our community! With that, we think it is extremely important to give back. As you probably know, Ludlow is a very small town and sometimes there isn’t a lot to do. So, our way of giving back is sponsoring fundraising events for local organizations within our community. This winter, join us for any and all of our upcoming events!

Mario the Magician
Join us on Saturday, January 5th, for Mario the Magician, at the Okemo Base Lodge. This is an interactive magic show for the whole family! We sponsor the event for OMARA, a non-profit booster club that supports athletes in the Okemo Competition Center programs and Okemo Mountain School. These athletes compete in alpine racing, freestyle, or snowboarding, all of which are extremely costly to run. OMARA lends a helping hand in administrative, logistical, and financial areas to support these programs. Come out and enjoy a fun family night and support OMARA!

Cocktails for Scholarships
Join us on Saturday, January 26th, for Cocktails for Scholarships at ePic on Okemo. This is a great apres ski event, geared towards adults. There is live music by the Myra Flynn Band, free appetizers, and a cash bar. We sponsor this event to benefit Okemo Mountain School, our local non-profit winter academy for skiers and snowboarders. The school supports a rigorous academic curriculum while providing an intense on-snow training schedule. The school is quite costly, so we have sponsored the Cocktails for Scholarships event, dedicated in raising money for athlete scholarships to attend OMS. Don’t miss this great event with live music and support the OMS student-athletes!

Vermonte Carlo
Join us on Saturday, February 9th, for Vermonte Carlo at the Roundhouse at Jackson Gore. This is a fun casino night with a Vermont spin! There will be free appetizers and a cash bar. Vermonte Carlo is another fundraiser to benefit OMARA.

 

 

Comedy Night
Join us on Saturday, March 2nd, for Comedy Night at Okemo’s Base Lodge. This year’s comedian is the “wicked funny”, Bob Marley! This is one of the most popular events of the season and is always a fun night out. Again, we sponsor this event to benefit OMARA.

 

 

We hope to see you at some of our events in the new year!

Are you in the market for a condo? Well, Okemo Mountain has many different condo locations to suit your individual needs and we have property listings in each area!

 Are you a family with different interests? Maybe some of you ski or snowboard, but others don’t? Look no further than Jackson Gore because they have something for everyone! For those of you looking to be the first in line for the chairlift in the morning, just step out your door right onto the slopes. However, if you want to have a leisurely morning, brunch at Coleman Brook Tavern, followed by a dip in the outdoor heated pool or hottub. If you are looking for adventure, spend the day in the Adventure Zone on the Timber Ripper or in the snow tubing park! Jackson Gore also has a beautiful fitness center and ice rink for all of your family fun.

Just up the road from Jackson Gore is Solitude Village with a variety of condos, townhouses, and single-family homes. If your priority is the amenities, then Solitude is the place for you. They have a great fitness center, along with a pool, hottub, and sauna! Solitude also has one of the best ski-in, ski-out restaurants on Okemo, Epic. Here you will find the best burger that money can buy!

If you are looking to be at the heart of the mountain, check out the Okemo Mountain Lodge condos! These condos surround the base lodge area, giving you easy access to the slopes! The condos are also situated only a few minutes from the village of Ludlow, making it a prime location to get to several great restaurants. Not to mention, Okemo Mountain Lodge offers great apres ski options, including the Sitting Bull right at the base, or Tom’s Loft Tavern just down the road.

One of the more popular condo areas is Winterplace. If you are an avid skier, Winterplace arguably has the best location on the mountain for you! With this location, you get to avoid the 1st round of lifts and head right to the top of the mountain! This is the ideal place to ensure that you get the first tracks when the mountain opens. Winterplace also has a great indoor pool and hot tubs. In the summer, enjoy the tennis courts and a beautiful picnic area, as well!

If you are in need of a larger condo, Ledgewood is a prime area for you to checkout. Ledgewood offers 3 and 4 bedroom condos and is located on one of Okemo’s maintained ski trails. These condos are bright and spacious and definitely give you the mountain feel. Ledgewood’s location makes you feel like you are out of the hustle and bustle of the main areas, but is a quick ski or ride to the base of the mountain.

 

Another favorite location away from the main base areas is Trailside Village. These condos are located on or near Sachem Trail and are located at one of the highest condo locations on Okemo. Even though some of the condos aren’t directly on the trail, Trailside offers a private shuttle with access to Sachem. The condos boast a classic ski house style that make you never want to leave. All you need is a cozy fireplace and mug of hot cocoa and you are good to go!

    If none of these condo options suit your needs, don’t worry, there are more! Visit our website to learn more about Alpen Meadows, Kettlebrook, Timber Creek, West Woods, Southface Village, Snow Trak, and Okemo Village. We promise that Okemo holds options for every need! Contact us today to begin the search for your perfect mountain home.

 

If you are looking for something to do this holiday season, check out these great local events! You will be sure to see some of our team members at them!

Vermont Holiday Festival in Killington
Killington is holding their annual Vermont Holiday Festival this weekend, December 7-8th. Kick off the weekend on Friday evening with music provided by local elementary schools beginning at 4:15pm. Throughout the evening, there will be Santa Workshops where children can create a holiday keepsake. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there to lend a helping hand, as well! Find local vendors, live music, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees for all to enjoy. To top it off, there will be sleigh rides around the base of Killington Mountain. On Saturday, the events run from 1-7pm. Click here for more information!

2nd Annual Holiday Cookie Tour in Chester
This Sunday, December 9th, Chester, VT, will be holding their 2nd Annual Holiday Cookie Tour from 12-4pm. This is the perfect way to get you into the holiday spirit! Purchase a Souvenir Passport with directions to several Victorian and Federal era homes, churches, and an inn. Each stop on the tour has a different kind of cookie to taste and better yet, the Passport has cookie recipes for you to try your favorites at home! Tickets can now be purchased at the Main Street Coffee and Scoop Shoppe on the Green in Chester. Get your tickets ASAP because they do sell out!

Ladies Night in Bellows Falls
Check out Ladies Night in Bellows Falls on December 14th, from 4-8pm! This is such a fun night to get all the ladies in your life together for an evening of holiday shopping! Many of the shops have refreshments (yes, alcohol is involved), along with appetizers and cookies! There are also specials at many of the restaurants and discounts at some of the stores. Many of the shops are also donating a portion of their sales to different local charities. You can even get a chair massage at Halladays!

Demo Day and ShinDig Oysters at Okemo
Spend the day at Okemo on December 15th! Check out the Demo Day, sponsored by William Raveis Vermont Properties from 8am-1pm at the Base Area of Jackson Gore. Test-drive some of the newest ski and snowboard equipment from Norida, Volkl, Blizzard, and Rossignol! Also, on December 15th, ShinDig Oysters will be delivering fresh oysters right to the slopes! Orders must be places by December 12th. Click here for details!

Warren Miller’s Face of Winter Movie Premier
Attend Warren Miller’s, Face of Winter, movie premier at Okemo Mountain School on December 15th. They will have 2 showings, as well as raffle prizes! Tickets are $20 per adult and $15 for a child 16 & under. If either chooses to bring an unwrapped toy for local donation, the cost is $10. Get tickets here! This is a great way to get excited for a winter of adventures at Okemo Mountain Resort! Click here to get your tickets!

Elf Express Train Ride in Manchester
Join the elves, Santa, and Mrs. Claus for a train ride through Manchester, Vermont on December 15th or 16th. You will be entertained by Burr & Burton’s theater and dance clubs with music and dance routines along the ride! There are several departure times, but tickets must be bought by December 12th! For more info, click here.

Christmas Centerpiece Class at Halladays
Attend a Christmas Centerpiece Class at Halladays in Bellows Falls, Vermont on December 16th from 11am-12pm. You will be able to create your own Christmas table centerpiece with Halladays providing the greens and embellishments. This is a fun and festival activity to do with friends or family! Call to reserve your spot, (802) 463-3331!

AliT and Ugly Sweater Party at Trout River Brewery
Kick off the weekend before Christmas with live music by Alison Turner at Trout River Brewery in Springfield, Vermont from 4-6pm on December 22nd. Enjoy one of Trout River’s delicious beers, including a specialty Chocolate Milk Stout, while listening to the sweet sounds of AliT. Better yet, join in the festivities and wear your best Ugly Sweater for a chance to win a prize! The brewery will be open noon-8pm.

Visit with Santa at Jackson Gore
Santa Claus will be making his yearly appearance at Jackson Gore on December 22nd at 4:30pm. Don’t miss Santa before he makes his way to the North Pole!

Santa Balloon Parade at Okemo
Don’t miss Santa and his elves in the parade at the Base Area of Okemo On December 23rd from 11am-12pm!

Mats & Mimosas
Treat yourself or a friend to Mats & Mimosas at the Okemo Mountain School Fitness Facility on December 28th at 10am. The class is being taught by Tara Lichtensteiger, instructor at Go With the Flow Yoga. You will participate in 1 hour of stretch and unwind yoga for all levels, followed by a mimosa! The class size is limited to 15, making it an intimate setting to relax. Get your tickets NOW before they sell out!

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we wanted to share why we are thankful for being a part of the team at William Raveis Vermont Properties. We are so fortunate because many people spend their whole lives doing a job they don't enjoy or working with people they don't get along with. However, at Vermont Properties, that is certainly not the case! As we like to say, we have the BEST TEAM EVER!

Kathy- "Thankfulness falls under so many pieces in my life. In our office setting, we are always practicing being a TEAM, a true TEAM where everyone pitches in. Our team is not just our sales force, it’s our admin behind the scenes. All team members must function together and complement one another, while operating under interdependence and being accountable to one another with a common goal in place. The team's mutual commitment creates a synergy, thus generating performance greater than the sum of an individual. I am so very thankful that everyone on our team works so well together and puts each other before themselves!"

Alyson- "I am thankful to be working with such a great sales team who is committed in every aspect of the word….. committed to helping each other, committed to working hard, and committed to being the best.  I couldn’t be with a better team!"

Sarah- "I am thankful to be part of a team that has become more of a family!"

Joe- "I am thankful for not only the help my colleagues offer with unabashed glee, I’m thankful for the trust that comes along with being a member of a team.  My input is just as important as the next and that feels great.  I’m thankful that like all strong 'work families' each pulls their weight and with that responsibility comes the reward to take time away and get grounded again. That’s so important and that makes me truly thankful!"

Heidi- "I am most thankful for everyone's can do POSITIVE attitude - the way everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the task at hand done. I am always in awe at how the agents truly have each other's back and jump right in to help each other. The term TEAM is not just a word here - it is a philosphy & way of life..."

Abby- "Every day that I head into work I feel extremely grateful to not only have great coworkers, but an amazing family too. The Vermont Properties team welcomed me into their family and I’m so thankful for their love, support and friendship."

Marlene- "I am thankful for being surrounded by such a wonderful group of dedicated and hardworking  co-workers."

Kevin- "I am thankful to be working with such a great team and a for a company that considers their agents their best customers. As we all know, happy agents provide the best customer experiences and I think it would be hard to find a happier group of agents that love what they are doing. I am also thankful to have such a great support staff that goes above and beyond to make the office run as smooth as it does. I can’t say enough about our team. They rock!"

Needless to say, we love our Vermont Properties team! We are so lucky to love where we work. We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and have as much to be thankful for as we do!

    While we hope you and your families have a wonderful Thanksgiving feast, that is only one small part of this holiday. Thanksgiving is also about giving back and supporting your community. If you are in Ludlow over the holiday, please join us in supporting various community organizations through the following wonderful events!

Turkey Trot 5K: Start your Thanksgiving morning off with Ludlow’s 16th Annual Turkey Trot! This 5K race is on November 22nd at Dorsey Park. Registration begins at 8:30am with walkers starting at 9:00am and runners beginning at 9:15am. The race welcomes runners, walkers, strollers and dogs. To participate, please bring an unwrapped gift as a donation for Toys for Tots or make a donation to the Maryann Farley Gagner Memorial Scholarship Fund that supports Black River High School students.

Trot it Off 5K: If you aren’t able to make it out on Thanksgiving morning (or even if you are), join us at the 10th Annual Trot it Off 5K at the Jackson Gore Inn & Resort at Okemo. Registration begins at 8:00am in the Cornerstone Room at Jackson Gore. Pre-registration is $25 per person or $30 per person the day of event, and $10 for the Tots Trot race. The Tots Trot will start at 9:15am and the 5K race begins at 9:30am. This is a great race to burn off those Thanksgiving calories! Proceeds benefit the Wendy Neal Scholarship Fund for Okemo Mountain School and Black River Good Neighbor Services. To pre-register, visit https://www.okemo.com/event/trot-it-off-5k/.

 

Christmas Craft Fair: The 39th Annual Black River Christmas Craft Fair is being held on Saturday, November 24th, 2018 in the Black River High School gymnasium, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. This great craft fair features many local Vermont artists and crafters, making it the perfect place to find your holiday gifts! As usual, the Black River High School senior class will be selling wreaths and offering a homemade lunch.

Depot Dining: For the first time, The Downtown Grocery and Stemwinder are joining forces to bring us “Dine Down Depot” on Sunday, November 25th, 2016, beginning at 5pm. This awesome event is being held outside on Depot Street and includes 5 courses + wine pairings and 1 table. The cost is $135.00 per person (tax & tip included); fire pits and stand-up heaters are included, but please bring your own blanket. Better yet, these generous restaurants are donating all profits from the evening to the Powers Family, whose Andover Street home was destroyed in an accident this past summer. To reserve a table or for information, contact The Downtown Grocery, 802-228-7566. This is an event you don’t want to miss!

 Vermont Properties Coat Drive: Don’t forget about our annual Coat Drive happening until December 2nd! Bring any outer garments that are clean and in good condition to 29 Locust Hill Rd, Ludlow, VT. Our hours are 9:00am-5:00pm Monday through Saturday and 10:00am-4:00pm on Sundays. All donations will be given to Black River Good Neighbors to support local families in need.

 

 

So, bring your friends and family to experience these great Ludlow events, all of which benefit local members of the community. Not only are they fun holiday outings, they are also for wonderful causes!