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Rutland pool staffs up for summer
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) - With summer around the corner, public swimming pools are staffing up, including finding certified lifeguards. Rutland’s White Memorial Park Pool is used for camps, lessons, or just to cool off from the summer heat, and is a critical component to Rutland’s summertime fun. The...
First Black restaurant owner in Vermont honored with 7-foot statue in Rutland
RUTLAND, Vt. — The Rutland Sculpture Trail unveiled the 12th monument on the trail on Wednesday, honoring late restaurateur Ernie Royal and his wife Willa. The 7-foot-tall statue stands on the corner of Merchants Row. Ernie Royal was the first-ever Black restaurant owner in Vermont and the new sculpture...
RHS art exhibition: A showcase of talent
May 27-June 7—RUTLAND—The creative works of Rutland High School artists will be in display at the RHS Art Exhibition at The Hub Coworks, 67 Merchants Row, Rutland. The exhibition, titled; “Connected Evolution, Rutland High School AP Drawing,” will be open daily from May 27-June 7 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., this exhibition offers an opportunity to explore a variety of artworks and celebrate the talents of local students.
Honoring Ernie and Willa Royal with a sculpture unveiling
Wednesday, May 22, at Noon—RUTLAND—The 12th monument on the Rutland Sculpture Trail will be unveiled and dedicated on Wednesday, May 22 honoring late Rutland restaurateur Ernie Royal and his wife Willa. The event will begin at noon at 89 Merchants Row. Royal, a national leader in the food service industry and the first Black restaurant owner in Vermont, and Willa, who was his partner and greeted every guest, have been brought to life in stone by designer Amanda Sisk and sculptor Don Ramey.
Discover local artistry at Open Studio Weekend
Saturday, May 25-Sunday,26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.—STATEWIDE—Artists all over the state open their work spaces to share their talents, tools, and inspirations. Whether in small towns or at the ends of back roads, studios are interesting places to visit because they reflect the dynamic yet organized process used to design and produce a finished work of art. Small galleries, and art centers that take part in this event, show a unique collection of hand made and local artwork, including special events and exhibits. There are lots of resources for planning your tour. To see all artist sites and read more about OSW, you will find maps with suggested driving loops and directions, visit: vermontcrafts.com/open-studio-weekend/. You can also find maps at any artist studio.
Killington Resort goes big with multi-sport Memorial Day Weekend
KILLINGTON—Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in Eastern North America and a POWDR company, will be the only ski resort in the Northeast open Memorial Day Weekend for skiing and riding, mountain biking, and golfing. Not only will skiers and riders enjoy the last lift-accessed snow in Vermont, but they’ll be able to ski and ride Superstar, the same trail which will host the Stifel Killington Cup over Thanksgiving Weekend 2024.
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