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BOLTON VALLEY VERMONT SUMMER 2009 EVENT SCHEDULE
June 06, 2009 to June 14, 2009
Burlington Discover Jazz Festival
Throughout the Festival music resonates from every corner of Downtown Burlington — from the region’s premier performing arts facility, the Flynn Center, to the Church Street Marketplace stages, to Waterfront and City Hall Parks, to neighborhood clubs and restaurants. This 10-day event has become a tradition, a chance for the community to revel in jazz’s spectrum of different forms and an opportunity for fans to learn from and meet the world-renowned artists who have inspired them for years.
This year's lineup features Branford Marsalis, Jen Hartswick, Esperanza Spalding, the Grace Kelly Quintet, the Onion River Jazz Band and more. Check out the complete schedule.
Book your lodging at Bolton Valley and enjoy the Jazz Festival this summer.
June 13, 2009 to June 14, 2009
Free State Park Days
For one weekend all fees for day use of Vermont State Parks are waived. This is a perfect opportunity to explore some of the natural beauty that makes Vermont so special. Check out more information here.
Make Bolton Valley your central location while you explore the surrounding state parks over the weekend. Book you lodging now.
June 19, 2009 to June 21, 2009
Vermont Quilt Festival
Thousands of quilters and quilt lovers wandered the halls of the Champlain Valley Exposition last June admiring the 487 quilts on display, taking in numerous free lectures and demos, and, of course, doing some serious "power shopping." This years event will also be held at the Champlain Valley Exposition Center and will be held on June 19-21.
The Champlain Valley Exposition is just a short drive from Bolton Valley. Book your lodging today.
June 26, 2009 to June 28, 2009
The 24th Annual Green Mountain Chew Chew Food & Musical Fest
The 24th Annual Green Mountain Chew Chew Food & Musical Festival at Waterfront Park in Burlington, will bring together the hottest area restaurants & finest Vermont food producers. You'll hear eight of the region's finest bands playing on two free stages, all part of the "Tastiest-Ever Food & Music Celebration" of the entire summer season.
Admission is only $2 for Adults & $1 for Kids.
Hours: Friday & Saturday 11AM- 9PM and Sunday 11AM- 6PM
Stay at Bolton Valley for the weekend and be close to all the action, but far enough away to really relax in the mountains. Book you lodging today.
July 01, 2009 to July 03, 2009
Circus Smirkus 2009 Tour
Vermont's Award-Winning International Youth Circus comes to the Big Top.
Smirkus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale will bring the classic stories of the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Anderson, and Aesop's Fables to life for six shows this summer in VT before heading off on their New England tour.
Six "Big Top" Shows at the Champlain Valley Exposition, July 1-3, 2009. Two shows daily, 12 noon & 6:30 pm.
Special offer: $15 for all tickets purchased before May 8. Regular price is $18.75 for adults & $15.75 children under 13.
The Inn at Bolton Valley is just a short drive to the Champlain Valley Exposition and provides you and your family lodging in the mountains at a price you can afford. Book now.
July 11, 2009
Champlain 400 Parade
Of gigantic proportions and fantastic imagination, the Champlain 400 Parade on Main Street is guaranteed to be unlike any parade Burlington has ever seen. Inspired by the historical moment of the Quadricentennial and fueled by sheer talent and enthusiasm, this parade will feature marching bands, Native American groups, civic and community organizations, historical, cultural, and ecological floats, Eco-cars, antique French and American autos, area businesses — and hundreds of performers of all ages and abilities. With a special Performance Parade segment led by 30 choreographers and performing groups of dancers, circus artists, giant puppets and more, the Champlain 400 Parade is not to be missed! Directed by renowned puppeteer and theater artist Eric Bass. Parade starts at 6:00pm.
Book your lodging at Bolton Valley and enjoy this special weekend in the mountains of Vermont.
July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009
The Vermont Brewer's Festival
The Vermont Brewer's Festival is a New England tradition in its 17th Year. Taste craft brews produced by 30 of the finest microbreweries and brewpubs in Vermont and New England. Over 110 beers to choose from. The festival's tented village offers magnificent views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. Located at Burlington’s Waterfront Park.
Session I: 7/17, 6-10pm
Session II: 7/18, 12- 4pm
Session III: 7/18, 6-10pm
Spend the weekend at the Inn at Bolton Valley while you are sampling beers and enjoying summer in Vermont. Book now.
July 19, 2009
WOKO's 10th Country Club Music Festival
A perfect opportunity for fans of country music to make a trip to the Green Mountain State. Enjoy a weekend in the mountains highlighted by the Country Club Music Festival featuring Travis Tritt and Keith Anderson. The festival will be held on July 19 at the Champlain Valley Exposition, just a short drive from the Inn at Bolton Valley, your choice for affordable weekend lodging. Book now.
July 29, 2009 to July 31, 2009
Sidewalk Sale
Ready...set...shop! At downtown Burlington's historic sales promotion. More than 100 stores participating on the Marketplace and Burlington Town Center (an enclosed shopping mall). Break for lunch or dinner at one of more than 80 eating and drinking establishments in our downtown.
This is the perfect excuse for a quick getaway to Vermont. Shop till you drop and enjoy the beautiful city of Burlington and then retreat to your mountain home away from home at the Inn at Bolton Valley. Book your lodging now.
July 31, 2009 to August 02, 2009
26th Annual Champlain Valley Folk Festival
The Champlain Valley Folk Festival is a weekend-long celebration of diverse folk music, dance and song traditions of the Champlain Valley and beyond. Taking place at Kingsland Bay State Park, Ferrisburgh, Vermont, this family-friendly event boasts intimate concerts, workshops, crafts with valuable tradition-bearers and cutting-edge roots-based performers.
The Inn at Bolton Valley is your ideal choice for centrally located lodging. Enjoy a short drive to the Folk Festival and other fine Vermont attractions when you stay with us. Book now.
August 02, 2009
Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival
Citizens Bank presents the 4th Annual Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival at Waterfront Park, Burlington from 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
90 Teams representing local businesses, organizations and neighborhoods will compete in 41-foot Dragon boats. Watch the races, cheer on the teams and enjoy great food, entertainment, silent auction and a special tribute to Breast Cancer Survivors. Proceeds to benefit Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, a camp for kids with cancer, and Dragonheart Vermont.
Whether you are competing or taking in the event as a spectator, the Inn at Bolton Valley will provide you the lodging you need at an affordable price. Book today.
August 14, 2009 to August 16, 2009
4th Annual Lake Champlain Maritime Festival
Enjoy the 4th Annual Lake Champlain Maritime Festival and celebrate Burlington’s vibrant waterfront and 400 years of boating on Lake Champlain as part of the Quadricentennial. Nine waterfront venues provide a jam-packed schedule of historical, educational and performing arts events for everyone. Form more information click here.
When you are finished enjoying the maritime activities you can retire to the mountains for the evening when you stay at the Inn at Bolton Valley. Book now.
August 29, 2009 to September 07, 2009
Champlain Valley Fair
The Champlain Valley Fair is an annual tradition in Vermont. Whatever you like in a fair - food, agriculture exhibits, top name entertainers, the midway – this fair has it. Ten days of "Summer’s Last Blast." 10am to midnight every day from August 29 - September 7.
The fair will be held at the Champlain Valley Exposition, just a short drive from the Inn at Bolton Valley. Stay with us and enjoy the fair. Book now.
September 21, 2009
Save up to $300 on 2009 - 2010 Season Passes.
With everyone talking stimulus and stimuli and whatever else, here's a simple way to put $300 in your pocket. Buy your next year's Bolton Valley family season pass now. A savings of $300 over what the final retail price will be. And if you're a single adult, save $80 by purchasing now. This pricing ends September 21, 2009. Don't miss out, get your pass today.
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BROMLEY MOUNTAIN VERMONT SUMMER 2009 EVENT SCHEDULE
May 23, 24 & 25 OPENING WEEKEND : VINS' "RAPTOR ENCOUNTERS" & SUN DECK BBQ
Join us on Opening weekend and enjoy the return of VINS and a BBQ on our gorgeous sun deck on Sunday! Since 1987, the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) has given a rare insight into the lives and spectacular abilities of over 20 species of birds of prey, including eagles, falcons, owls, hawks, and vultures. Using live animals, trained naturalists will illustrate the special adaptations of these raptors and demonstrate how these adaptations make these birds some of nature's most highly skilled predators. Shows on May 24 at 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Jun 19th : SCHOOL'S OUT DAY
What's better than the end of the school year? 2 for 1 All Day Adventure Passes to the Sun Mountain Adventure Park, that's what! Come on up to Bromley and celebrate the beginning of summer vacation with this fantastic deal!
Jul 3rd : GRAND OPENING OF THE SUN MOUNTAIN FLYER!
Join us for the Grand Opening of the Sun Mountain Flyer. Governor Douglas will be here to help with the ribbon-cutting, and it should be a fantastic day!
Jul 5th : LIVE MUSIC BY THE LUSTRE KINGS & SUN DECK BBQ
Burgers, dogs and boot-stompin' boogie! Amazon .com said: "While most rockabilly bands seem to be content with just recreating the sound of classic records from years ago, The Lustre Kings have captured the spirit of that era, tapping into what made those records and artists so great in the first place." 1-4 p.m.
Jul 18th : THE MAGIC TRUNK SHOW
Don't miss ventriloquist Sylvia Markson's Magic Trunk Show! Her comical cast of wisecracking puppet characters is sure to please children of all ages. Young and old will light up with this fabulous show. Shows at 11:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Jul 25th : AMAZING MAGIC BY JOEY D
Joey D will put smiles on everyone's face with his Amazing Magic Show. Featuring comedy and his Wild Wearables Balloon Animals; you can count on Joey D to get you in a great mood!
Aug 1st : LIVE MUSIC BY THE LUSTRE KINGS
Burgers, dogs and boot-stompin' boogie! Amazon .com said: "While most rockabilly bands seem to be content with just recreating the sound of classic records from years ago, The Lustre Kings have captured the spirit of that era, tapping into what made those records and artists so great in the first place." 1-4 p.m.
Aug 9th : THE MAGIC TRUNK SHOW
Don't miss ventriloquist Sylvia Markson's Magic Trunk Show! Her comical cast of wisecracking puppet characters is sure to please children of all ages. Young and old will light up with this fabulous show. Shows at 11:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Sep 6th : LIVE MUSIC BY THE DON'T LEAVE BAND & SUN DECK BBQ
Get those dancing shoes on and get ready for some classic rock n' roll! The Don't Leave Band is a Bromley favorite and is sure to get your feet moving! Add in a BBQ on the deck and you have the makings of a great day!
Sep 19th to Sep 20th : THRILL FEST WEEKEND
Special $25 Thrill Fest Adventure Pass(unlimited use of all rides, all day, except the Sun Mountain Flyer ) available for Saturday and Sunday only!
Sep 19th : LIVE MUSIC BY GYPSY REEL & SUN DECK BBQ
Gypsy Reel play high energy stirring music rooted in the Celtic tradition but garnered from the whole world. Their music is an exciting synthesis of world rhythms and influences from 3 continents! We're also going to have a BBQ on the deck so bring an appetite.
Oct 3rd to Oct 4th : 32ND ANNUAL ANTIQUES SHOW
A true fall classic and a must-visit for all self-respecting antiques buffs.
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MOUNT SNOW VERMONT SUMMER 2009 EVENT SCHEDULE
05/30/2009 - 05/31/2009 : Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series #1 - Downhill
We kick off the summer of mountain bike action with our first of seven weekends of racing. Our first weekend features downhill racing action. Our downhill series this year will feature four races at Mount Snow and two at our sister resort in New Hampshire - Attitash.
This year look for the same great racing off Mount Snow's Canyon Express Quad and some new mini-events within our Downhill Series including Super-D's, Dual Slalom, and other fun events. Our first event of the season usually features ton of mud!!! Make sure you bring many, many tear offs.
Registration takes place Saturday or save yourself some time and money by registering online below. If you register at least 10 days prior to the event you'll save yourself $10.
Pro cash purse. Amateur sponsor prizes. Videos, photos, and updates on a brand new website.
Sponsors include: e.thirteen, Northwave, Dakine, Fox Racing Shox, Giro, Kenda, Bustedspoke.com, Sponsorhouse.com, Camelbak, Mountain Dew, and more.
Registration for the upcoming season will be available by the end of March. No price increases from 2008!
Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series Dates & Disciplines:
May 30-31 - Welcome Back BBQ & Downhill #1
June 20-21 - Super-D & Downhill #2
July 25-26 - Hill Climb, Cyclocross, & Cross Country
August 7-9 - THE MOUNT SNOW MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL:
The Kenda Cup/US Cup East PRO XTC presented by Sho-Air
Mount Snow DH Series #4, Dual Slalom, Super D, and Trek Women's Triathalon
Sept. 19-20 - Super D & Crosstown Cross Country
Oct. 3-4 - Super D, Dual Slalom & Downhill Finals
Gravity East DH & DS Event
End of Season Awards
Register Now!!!
06/20/2009 - 06/21/2009 : Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series #2
Stop #2 of our six race downhill series and our first Super D of the year. Registration as always is open all day Saturday for our downhill racers but this year we are adding a fun Super D to Saturday afternoon's activities. Register in the morning and take a crack at this cross over of Cross Country & Downhill.
Registration is now available. Click the link below to register today. Those who register early will save $10 off registration fees.
Regiser NOW!
07/25/2009 - 07/26/2009 : Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series #3
After two gravity fed events we switch gears and take on some endurance racing within our summer event series. This weekend Mount Snow and the Root 66 Race Series team up for a weekend of Hill Climbs, Cross Country, and new to Mount Snow a cyclocross!
08/07/2009 - 08/09/2009 : THE MOUNT SNOW MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL
The Mount Snow Mountain Bike Festival weekend features the following events and activities:
Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series #4 featuring
Friday & Saturday Amateur Cross Country & Super D Events
Saturday Night - Dual Slalom & Concert on Mixing Bowl
Sunday - Downhill Series #3
Saturday: The US/Kenda Cup East PROXCT presented by Sho-Air
Sunday: The Trek Womens Triathlon Series
Lodging pacakges will be available soon!
08/08/2009 : The US KENDA CUP EAST
The U.S. Cup is a comprehensive thirteen round series created to establish top amateur and regional pro XC champions on both the West and East coast. A final "shoot out" unification round in Las Vegas will pit Kenda Cup West/East champions plus top amateur riders against one another for ultimate bragging rights and a U.S. Cup Series unification title. In addition amateur racers will have the chance to see the world's top male and female cross country Pro rider's slug it out for the coveted Pro XCT number one plate at select Kenda Cup West and Kenda Cup East.
Mount Snow's stop - THE SNOW SHOOTOUT will feature as always one of the most grueling stops along the circuit as riders will have to endure the infamous 5-mile cloverleaf course. Mount Snow's course is synonomous with rocks, roots, and New England mud. The four mile south loop is comprised of 2.5 miles of climbing and then a 1 mile downhill single track descent.
Running in conjunction with the U.S. Cup series, is USA Cycling's Pro XCT tour presented by Sho-Air. These seven U.C.I. rated events (three on the west and three on the east) with the finale in Las Vegas offer pro riders valuable points as they press on towards landing a spot on their country's MTB team for the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The Pro XCT will also test the world's fastest male and female pro cross country riders as they vie for Pro XCT number one plate, with the finale taking place in Las Vegas.
Registration information will be available soon.
08/09/2009 : Trek Women's Triathlon Series
A new event to the Mount Snow region the Trek Women's Triathlon Series is a sprint triathlon that will take place in the Mount Snow Valley.
This womens only event will challenge the ladies in swimming, a 12-mile bike ride, and then a 3 mile run to crown winners in a number of divisions and categories.
Visit the Trek Women's Triathlon Site
08/21/2009 - 08/23/2009 : Vermont Blues Festival
The first ever Vermont Blues Festival rolls into Mount Snow for three days of world class blues and soul! The Green Mountains and the beautiful vibrant green colors of summer will provide a unique backdrop for these amazing artists.
Our huge 100' x 60' event tent will provide an intimate setting in the base area while the main stage, set up at the base of Standard ski trail, is a a natural amphitheater that will make for some amazing acoustic music.
The Blues Festival will also feature New England artisans and craft vendors, BBQ's, beer, and more.
THE LINE UP:
FRIDAY NIGHT - UNDER THE EVENT TENT
7-9PM Soul Food Buffet
8-9PM SAMUEL JAMES
9:30-10:30PM STUDEBAKER JOHN
11-12:15PM MISSISSIPPI HEAT
SATURDAY
1-2:30PM JOHNNY RAWLS - MAIN STAGE
2:45-4:15PM WALLACE COLEMAN - TENT STAGE
4:30-6PM SHEMEKIA COPELAND - MAIN STAGE
6:15-7:45PM LIL ED AND THE BLUES IMPERIALS
8PM-9:30PM ELVIN BISHOP
SUNDAY
12-1:30PM LIL DAVE THOMPSON - MAIN STAGE
1:45-3:15PM GUY DAVIS - TENT STAGE
3:30-5PM MAGIC SLIM AND THE TEARDROPS - MAIN STAGE
5:15-6:45PM ROSIE LEDET & THE ZYDECO PLAYBOYS - TENT STAGE
7-8:30PM MAVIS STAPLES - MAIN STAGE
Acts and times subject to change.
Tickets:
Advanced Tickets(available soon):
Adults One Day - $30
Friday Night Only Advance - $30 (includes buffet dinner)
2-Day Ticket - $50
3-Day Ticket - $70
VIP Package- $399
Advance Kids- $7
On-Site Ticket Sales:
Friday night- $30 (does not include buffet)
One Day: $35 Adult, $10 Child
Two Day: n/a
Three Day: n/a
09/05/2009 - 09/06/2009 : The 15th Annual Mount Snow Brewers Festival
Our annual tribute to summer and it's finest exlir - beer! The Mount Snow Brewers Festival has become infamous with great beer, great music, huge crowds, and good times. This year will be no different as we expect to host well over 20 breweries.
All paid 21+ adult entries receive a one of a kind sovenir pint glass and a free beer on Mount Snow. Tokens can be purchased for $2 after that and are good for an 8 oz sample of well over 60 different kinds of brews including stouts, ales, hefenweizens, porters, and for you non-beer lovers cider.
This year look for a bigger venue, some new food options, and vendors carrying a variety of beer slogan t-shirts and other products.
Breweries in attendance have included: Magic Hat, Long Trail, Harpoon, Allagash, North Coast, Berkshire Brewing Company, Smuttynose, Rock Art, Trout River, Stone, Madison Brewing Company, McNeils, Pittsfield Brewing, Elm City, Red Hook, Anheuser-Busch, Sam Adams, and many, many more.
Lodging packages, admission fees, hours of operation and musical acts will be announced soon. Stay tuned for more details about our infamous festival.
09/19/2009 - 09/20/2009 : Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series #5 - Super D & Cross Country.
Again we team up with the Root 66 folks for a weekend race event. Saturday we'll host a fun filled Super D Race on the Mountain but on Sunday we'll change things up and host our first ever race in the single track area known as Crosstown. This area located near our Golf Course features 8 miles of single track trails that wind there way around the forest and our golf course.
As the race approaches look for more details on this first time ever event.
10/03/2009 - 10/04/2009 : Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series - Super-D, Dual Slalom & DH Finals
After a summer of mountain bike action the Mount Snow Mountain Bike Series will come to a close with our final stop of the downhill series. Our final event of the year is also a stop on the Gravity East Downhill and Dual Slalom Calendar.
This weekend we'll also have a Super D event on Saturday followed by a Dual Slalom Saturday night. At the Dual Slalom we invite you all to bring your grills and BBQ with us as we enjoy some fun racing action.
We’ll crown weekend winners as well as our series winners in this end of season weekend complete with a huge awards party featuring a gigantic number plate raffle, food and drink.
For our final race of the 2009 season we will be awarding individual race awards as well as the overall series champions. Series champions will receive a huge shwag bag a custom hoodie and a Series Champion Trophy. Our bib raffle will be bigger than ever before with tons of prizes from our sponsors we've been holding back on…
10/10/2009 - 10/11/2009 : 12th Annual Oktoberfest
Our 12th annual fall festival & celebration of German Music, Beer, Food & Games. This fun family event features kids activities including face painting, pumpkin painting, arts & crafts, a hay pile and the infamous "schnitzel toss."
Adults have games too including the Keg Toss, Horseshoe Tournament, Stein Holding and new this year the one man saw!
The Apple Sling Shot will also return!
Again our favorite New England Breweries will be back with their fall line ups to accompany the German Style beers.
All 21+ adult admission receive a sovenir pint glass and a free drink on Mount Snow.
Hours of operation, schedule, admission fees, and more details to be announced soon.
10/10/2009 - 10/11/2009 : 35th Annual Harvest Art & Craft Show
Our annual art & craft show has been a staple at Mount Snow for 35 years and it's a great way to get a head start on your holiday shopping. Crafters and Artisans from across New England are set up in our base lodge featuring everything from honey products to fine art to unique gifts to fudge.
For more information or to become a vendor contact Marketing & Event Operations Director - Greg Fisher - gfisher@mountsnow.com
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STRATTON MOUNTAIN VERMONT SUMMER 2009 EVENT SCHEDULE
May 23-24 : Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Open House-
With Golf U, the Drysdale Tennis School and now our 27-Hole Championship Golf Course all open for business, Stratton is your place for Memorial Day Weekend fun!
All sorts of fun activities can be found at Stratton this weekend:
Live Music in the village from the band Beyond Further (May 23, 1-4 p.m.)
$50 Clinics vith video analysis at Golf U (May 23rd)
Full Swing (woods and irons): 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Pitch and Bunker Shots: 2 - 4 p.m.
Call 1.800.STRATTON (787.2886) to reserve!
Open house at our 27-Hole Championship Golf Course with complimentary club fitting
Open house at the Sports Center- and more!
May 23rd — Beyond Further 1PM – 4PM (Original Jams & Dead, Allmans, CSN Covers) - Saturdays Under the Stars - Summer Concert Series
Stratton's 'Saturdays under the Stars' Concert and activity series begins June 27th and continues every weekend through August 29th.
