Mount Holly Newsflash 5/23/26

Mount Holly Newsflash

Today's Forecast: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. East wind 3 to 8 mph.

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MH Open Studio is OPEN!
Stop by the community room today and tomorrow anytime between 10 and 5 to see your neighbor's artistic endeavors. Seven MH artists are looking forward to seeing you!

Wally's Corner

Find us at The Olde Barnyard

5444 VT-103, Cuttingsville, VT 05738

As Memorial Day weekend settles in and summer starts peeking around the corner, we've been busy filling the shop with some delicious new finds we think you're going to love.

Our beer fridge is freshly stocked with new summer beers, crisp ciders, and one of our best selections yet of non-alcoholic options — perfect for backyard gatherings, campfires, or simply enjoying on the porch after a long day. We've also partnered with Vermont Farmstead to bring in an incredible selection of cheeses and crackers, including favorites like Maple Cheddar, Truffle Cheddar, Brie, and Blueberry Windsordale.

And for slow holiday weekend mornings? We've got Stewart Maple's Pancake & Waffle Mix ready to pair with Stewart Maple Syrup, especially sweet when served in the handmade mini maple pitchers from local potter Paula Van Valkenburgh.

Whether you're heading to a barbecue, hosting family, or just looking for a few special Vermont-made treats to enjoy at home, we'd love to see you this weekend. 💛

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

PHOTO CALENDAR CONTEST

INFORMATION

The Photo Calendar contest is a new event sponsored by the Friends of the Fletcher Memorial Library. The Friends are developing a 2027 Calendar which will feature photos of Ludlow and be sold in the Fall of 2026. All proceeds will be used to support the library. We are looking for photos that showcase some aspects of Ludlow: our beautiful mountains, lakes, flowers, wildlife, and quaint village are all ideas that come to mind. An independent panel of judges will pre-screen all submitted photos to narrow them down to 24 semi-finalist photos. The 24 semi-finalist photos will be voted on by the public during the week of August 10-15. Photos will be displayed in Fletcher Memorial Library, and ballots can be obtained from the front desk. Photos must be submitted no later than July 13, 2026. Stop by the library for the rules and the application form.

The Best of Vermont Summer Festival Unveils Exciting Musical Lineup for 2024

[Ludlow, Vermont] - The Best of Vermont Summer Festival is thrilled to announce the talented musicians and artists set to take the stage at this year's festival on August 24-25, 2024. Celebrating the essence of summer in Vermont, the festival promises a delightful showcase of the state's finest offerings, including handcrafted artisan products, local cheeses, maple treats, ice cream, craft beverages, Vermont specialty foods, woodwork, fine art, agriculture demos, kids’ activities, antique tractor displays, and much more.

Now in its 4th year, the annual festival will feature an impressive 5-act musical lineup, blending folk, funk, pop, rock, country, bluegrass, and soul. Kicking off the musical performances on Saturday, August 24th, the Bear Mountain Boys will serenade the audience with their acoustic trio performance, followed by the Rustie Bus Band and the enchanting Celtic tunes of Gypsy Reel.

Sunday, August 25th, promises to be another musical treat with performances by the talented Ida Mae Specker, Brooks Hubbard, and Jay Nash. Ida Mae Specker, a 3rd generation fiddle player, will set the tone for the morning, followed by a wonderful afternoon with musical duo Brooks Hubbard and Jay Nash, nationally touring artists from the Northeast.

The Best of Vermont Summer Festival, located at Okemo Field (Bixby Field), offers a picturesque setting in the green mountains for two days of outdoor music along with delicious culinary tastes in the dining tent, food trucks, lots to explore in the artisan tent, and over 100 festival vendors. Attendees can also enjoy a refreshing drink at the beer garden while listening to music and exploring the incredible expansive selection of local vendors, showcasing the best that Vermont has to offer.

For more information, visit: www.yourplaceinvermont.com/best-of-vermont-summer-festival/


The Best of Vermont Summer Festival is hosted by Okemo Valley Chamber of Commerce along with presenting sponsor Mary W. Davis Realtor & Associates and many partners throughout the region: Cota & Cota, Engel & Volkers Okemo, Meiomi Wines, Okemo Mountain Resort, Brewfest Beverage Co., AV Innovations, Inside Edge Rentals at Okemo, One Credit Union, William Raveis Vermont Properties, The Vermont Country Store, Berkshire Bank, LaValley Building Supply, Master Plumbing & Heating, Inc. and Diamond Point Wealth Partners.

The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit, member-driven association and the voice of 300+ businesses and the communities of 12 Towns & Villages in South Central Vermont along the VT Scenic Route 100 Byway surrounded by Okemo, Ascutney & Magic Mountains. OVRCC provides advocacy, support, and unified regional marketing to promote and enhance businesses in the region as well as the four-season economy.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Carol Lighthall, Executive Director, Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce

clighthall@yourplaceinvermont.com 802-228-5830