Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Seasonal Window Displays Canceled.

It is with great regret that the 2015 - 2016 Holiday Experience will be canceled this year. Unfortunately, due to unexpected events the Manchester, VT. & Bennington, VT. seasonal window displays will be canceled this holiday season. Sorry to let everyone down. The holiday's just won't be the same:(

Thursday, October 23, 2014

Calling All Artists

Unique Seasonal Employment!

This is going to be an exciting year for the Holiday Experience! We're getting prepared for our fifth season, so we're ramping up operations and adding several new businesses to this year's event (Bennington & Manchester). The Holiday Experience is offering great opportunities to join this year's artistic team. So if you're interested in participating, grab your paint brushes and contact Paul Greenawalt at Work: 802-489-4850, Cell: 617-990-4850 or paulgreenawalt@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Please check out my new website at www.holidayexperience.org for more info.

Thursday, August 7, 2014

The Defibulators

Friday, August 8th 2014

Buy your tickets in advance to experience this spectacular show of entertainment!

Performing at the Lake Paran Pavillion, presented by the Basement Music Series.
Tickets, $15 in advance, $18 at the door, $10 for students
available at www.brownpapertickets.com
or call 1-800-838-3006

Check out some tunes from the Defibulators.

Doors open at 7:00, show at 8:00pm. For more info. visit http://www.vtartxchange.org/

"With their new album, “Debt’ll Get ‘Em,” the band lives well beyond the promise of their first album and the critics’ praise, delivering a blistering, let’s-get-down-to-the-truth, eclectic mix of musical styles that push and stretch the boundaries of country music by blending genre-bending guitars, fiddles, and banjo with the often haunting vocals of Erin Bru and the won’t-let-you-stop-thinking lyrics of Bug Jennings" -No Depression
Libations by JC's Tavern.

Tuesday, December 31, 2013

New Year's Eve Celebration - It's All About The Toast!

Toastong,

One of the most venerable New Years traditions is the champagne toast at midnight to ring in the new year. Toasting can be traced back to the ancient Romans and Greeks who would pour wine, to be shared among those attending a religious function, from a common pitcher. The host would drink first, to assure his guests that the wine was not poisoned. Poisoning the wine was a fairly common practice in ancient times, designed to do away with one's enemies. In those days the wine was not as refined as it is today so a square of burned bread (toast) would be floated in the wine bowl and then eaten by the last person to drink. The bread was put there to absorb the extra acidity of the wine in order to make it more palatable. Eventually, the act of drinking in unison came to be called a toast, from the act of "toasting" or putting toast into the wine.

Auld Lang Syne

The song, "Auld Lang Syne," playing in the background, is sung at the stroke of midnight in almost every English-speaking country in the world to bring in the new year. At least partially written by Robert Burns in the 1700's, it was first published in 1796 after Burns' death. Early variations of the song were sung prior to 1700 and inspired Burns to produce the modern rendition. An old Scottish tune, "Auld Lang Syne" literally means "old long ago," or simply, "the good old days.

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Please Remember To Help Those In Need This Holiday Season

I know we all are very busy during the holidays but I ask everyone to please remember to take a moment to think about those in need. It only takes a few moments to make a big difference in someones' life or their family. Please help support your local food pantries, local charities or even someone you know. Thank You Everyone & Happy Holidays. Manchesters' Community Food Cupboard. & For Some, Help Is Just A Click Away

Merchants Bank

“Merchants Bank is Vermont’s only independent state-wide community bank. Our business is only as strong as the relationships we forge with our customers. And Merchants Bank is proud of the many successful relationships we have developed over the years. At Merchants Bank, we believe our people and our customers have made our company a success for over 165 years! Merchants Bank believes in building strong caring relationships and sharing with the people and communities we serve. With 32 convenient statewide branches, plus local support from friendly people right here in Vermont!” Also, follow us at Linkedin Phone: (802) 362-2156 Fax: (802) 362-2158 Customer Call Center Mon- Fri 7:00am-7:00pm Sat – 8:00-1:00pm 800-322-5222 and 802-658-3400

The Lighting Place

Do you need a new shade to replace one that has seen better days? Or just want to give your lamp a different look? We have shades of all sizes and shapes… and we can special order that perfect shade for our customers. We also do lamp repairs, right here in the store. Plus, we can make lamps or pendants and put back together lighting you already have. Our staff is knowledgeable and will try to find whatever you are looking for. We offer table and floor lamps, chandeliers, pendants, track lighting and exterior lighting. We also have wall sconces for bathrooms or for extra lighting in halls, or on either side of a fireplace… or anywhere you want a little extra ambiance. Are you confused about the vast selection of bulbs available now? We can help you find just what you need or match what you already have. We special order bulbs regularly for our customers and we get them within a few days. Our hours are 10 - 5 Monday through Saturday and Sunday afternoons 1-5. Come see us or visit us online http://www.thelightingplace.com you’ll be glad you did! Please contact us at 802-362-2077 or 800-799-0891

Overland Outfitters

In 1973 Jim Leahy arrived in Taos, NM with a bale of sheepskins, a sewing machine, and a notion that if you did something right the rest would take care of itself. There, fresh out of high school, the young entrepreneur created beautiful, high-quality sheepskin coats, hats, mittens and slippers – meticulously cutting and stitching everything by hand. Forty years, 12 stores, and one thriving internet business later, Overland continues to expand and flourish. Today, our product line has grown from a handful of sheepskin coats to over 1,000 styles of premium outerwear and home products, all with the Overland stamp of excellence. Through Overland’s growth over the years, the small family shop atmosphere has remained the backbone of Overland’s business, passion for quality matched with exceptional customer service. www.overland.com 802-362-4077 or 888-754-8343.

Sherrie's Cafe'

Open Daily: Monday-Friday From

Serving Breakfast 7:30am-11:00am Lunch 11:00am-2:30pm

Saturday

Serving Breakfast 7:30am-12:00 Lu

11:00am-2:30pm

Sunday
Serving Breakfast 7:30am-all day Lunch 11:00am-2:30pm

Sherrie’s Café Catering
For your next breakfast, lunch, cocktail party, dinner party or any other special occasion.
Let us take care of it, so you can enjoy the Sherrie's Cafe

802-632-3648

Christos' Pizza and Pasta

Make sure you visit Chris and Athena at Christos' Pizza and Pasta. Don't forget to bring your coupon for Mondays half-price pizza night. They have a complete menu serving: Salad, Appetizers, Specialty Pizzas, Calzones, Pasta Dinners, Subs, Panini's, Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream, Baklava, and much more. And if you choose to enjoy your favorite beverage with dinner, they have fountain drinks, beer, and wine to complement your meal. Also, follow us on Facebook. Christos' Pizzeria and Restaurant 802-362-2408