WARDSBORO, VERMONT Population: 854 Elevation: 1,000 ft.
2008 Calendar of Events
July 4, Friday
9 A.M.
Celebrate with the Friends at the Wardsboro Street Fair & Parade at our booth across from Wardsboro Town Hall.
Shop for Wardsboro, Exposing the Past photo history book, historic Wardsboro photo note cards, collector post cards, 4th of July tee-shirts and the Gilfeather® Turnip Cookbook & Other Recipes Rooted in Wardsboro, Vol. 2.
BEST RAFFLE EVER!
RAFFLE FOR ORIGINAL ART and HANDMADE QUILT
Folk art painting, “Peaceful Place” by Wardsboro folk artist, Darlene Rutnik. The faux finish frame, typically used on folk art paintings, compliments the colorful, pastoral scene (24” x 20” framed). Look for more of Darlene’s work at the art show in the library barn on July 4th and 5th.
The 2008 raffle quilt
Handmade quilt (62” x 76”), varied sized blocks of prints and solids comprise the center design of this colorful machine-sewn quilt by Betty Harris of Newfane. Six inch border print frames the large center section.
Also have fun at the Friend's SUPER RAFFLE of over 20 items! Take a chance on your favorites. Winners announced at Wardsboro Town Hall beginning at 1 P.M. Raffle tickets for painting and quilt for sale at the Wardsboro Library, the Wardsboro Country Store and at the West Wardsboro Store beginning April 1st.
RAFFLE FOR ORIGINAL ART and HANDMADE QUILT
Folk art painting, “Peaceful Place” by Wardsboro folk artist, Darlene Rutnik. The faux finish frame, typically used on folk art paintings, compliments the colorful, pastoral scene (24” x 20” framed). Look for more of Darlene’s work at the art show in the library barn on July 4th and 5th.
The 2008 raffle quilt
Handmade quilt (62” x 76”), varied sized blocks of prints and solids comprise the center design of this colorful machine-sewn quilt by Betty Harris of Newfane. Six inch border print frames the large center section.
Also have fun at the Friend's SUPER RAFFLE of over 20 items! Take a chance on your favorites. Winners announced at Wardsboro Town Hall beginning at 1 P.M. Raffle tickets for painting and quilt for sale at the Wardsboro Library, the Wardsboro Country Store and at the West Wardsboro Store beginning April 1st.
August 9, Saturday
5 – 7:30 P.M.
The Red Barn Affair, at the barn
Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, live auction, raffle, door prizes and more surprises. Music by Laraine Ware Morrow and Skip Morrow, vocal and keyboard duo; and William Finkel, classical guitar. Tickets $10 each - on sale beginning July 4th at the Street Fair, at the Wardsboro Library, by Email or phone.
Tickets also on sale at the event.
We love our team of sponsors!
Chittenden Bank, John Hagearty Insurance,
Mount Snow Resort, Pepsi Cola Bottling Company,
Stratton Mountain Resort, The Richards Agency.
Thanks for all they have done.
Their participation makes our fundraising dollar go further by keeping our costs down and our spirits high.
October 25, Saturday
10 A.M. – 4 P.M.
6th Annual Gilfeather® Turnip Festival
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main St.
This unique festival celebrates the Gilfeather® turnip, first propagated in Wardsboro in the early 1900s by local farmer, John Gilfeather. All the secrets of this heirloom vegetable will be revealed at the Festival. Live mus
ic, entertainment, turnip art, & activities for children.
Turnip Cafe features Gilfeather® Turnip soup and Turnip Tastings of cook book recipes prepared by Wardsboro “chefs” - from 11 A.M. - also take-out for soup.
Shop at the "Turnip Shop”, Craft Fair, & Farmers’ Market - turnip-theme gifts, souvenir tee shirts, postcards, Gilfeather® turnip videos & DVDs, The Gilfeather® Turnip Cookbook & Other Recipes Rooted in Wardsboro, Vol. 2, Gilfeather® turnips and seeds, apples, cider, organic veggies, VT products, foods & crafts.
December 6, Saturday
11 A.M. – 3 P.M
8th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Santa’s Visit
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main Street
Free Admission.
Lunch (soup and sandwiches) – from 11 A.M.
Santa’s visit
Noon – 2 P.M.
Free photos with Santa and craft activities for children.
Shop at the Holiday Boutique, Specialty Food Shop & the NEW VT Crafters Boutique featuring one-of-a-kind gifts at special prices. Handcrafted ornaments and decorations, gift items, live wreaths and swags, home-made baked goods, candies, and specialty foods
11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Email questions or call 802-896-3416. Directions click here.
The Red Barn Affair, at the barn
Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, live auction, raffle, door prizes and more surprises. Music by Laraine Ware Morrow and Skip Morrow, vocal and keyboard duo; and William Finkel, classical guitar. Tickets $10 each - on sale beginning July 4th at the Street Fair, at the Wardsboro Library, by Email or phone.
Tickets also on sale at the event.
We love our team of sponsors!
Chittenden Bank, John Hagearty Insurance,
Mount Snow Resort, Pepsi Cola Bottling Company,
Stratton Mountain Resort, The Richards Agency.
Thanks for all they have done.
Their participation makes our fundraising dollar go further by keeping our costs down and our spirits high.
October 25, Saturday
10 A.M. – 4 P.M.
6th Annual Gilfeather® Turnip Festival
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main St.
This unique festival celebrates the Gilfeather® turnip, first propagated in Wardsboro in the early 1900s by local farmer, John Gilfeather. All the secrets of this heirloom vegetable will be revealed at the Festival. Live mus
ic, entertainment, turnip art, & activities for children.
Turnip Cafe features Gilfeather® Turnip soup and Turnip Tastings of cook book recipes prepared by Wardsboro “chefs” - from 11 A.M. - also take-out for soup.
Shop at the "Turnip Shop”, Craft Fair, & Farmers’ Market - turnip-theme gifts, souvenir tee shirts, postcards, Gilfeather® turnip videos & DVDs, The Gilfeather® Turnip Cookbook & Other Recipes Rooted in Wardsboro, Vol. 2, Gilfeather® turnips and seeds, apples, cider, organic veggies, VT products, foods & crafts.
December 6, Saturday
11 A.M. – 3 P.M
8th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Santa’s Visit
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main Street
Free Admission.
Lunch (soup and sandwiches) – from 11 A.M.
Santa’s visit
Noon – 2 P.M.
Free photos with Santa and craft activities for children.
Shop at the Holiday Boutique, Specialty Food Shop & the NEW VT Crafters Boutique featuring one-of-a-kind gifts at special prices. Handcrafted ornaments and decorations, gift items, live wreaths and swags, home-made baked goods, candies, and specialty foods
11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Email questions or call 802-896-3416. Directions click here.
6th Annual Gilfeather® Turnip Festival
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main St.
This unique festival celebrates the Gilfeather® turnip, first propagated in Wardsboro in the early 1900s by local farmer, John Gilfeather. All the secrets of this heirloom vegetable will be revealed at the Festival. Live mus
ic, entertainment, turnip art, & activities for children.
Turnip Cafe features Gilfeather® Turnip soup and Turnip Tastings of cook book recipes prepared by Wardsboro “chefs” - from 11 A.M. - also take-out for soup.
Shop at the "Turnip Shop”, Craft Fair, & Farmers’ Market - turnip-theme gifts, souvenir tee shirts, postcards, Gilfeather® turnip videos & DVDs, The Gilfeather® Turnip Cookbook & Other Recipes Rooted in Wardsboro, Vol. 2, Gilfeather® turnips and seeds, apples, cider, organic veggies, VT products, foods & crafts.
December 6, Saturday
11 A.M. – 3 P.M
8th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Santa’s Visit
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main Street
Free Admission.
Lunch (soup and sandwiches) – from 11 A.M.
Santa’s visit
Noon – 2 P.M.
Free photos with Santa and craft activities for children.
Shop at the Holiday Boutique, Specialty Food Shop & the NEW VT Crafters Boutique featuring one-of-a-kind gifts at special prices. Handcrafted ornaments and decorations, gift items, live wreaths and swags, home-made baked goods, candies, and specialty foods
11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Email questions or call 802-896-3416. Directions click here.
Turnip Cafe features Gilfeather® Turnip soup and Turnip Tastings of cook book recipes prepared by Wardsboro “chefs” - from 11 A.M. - also take-out for soup.
Shop at the "Turnip Shop”, Craft Fair, & Farmers’ Market - turnip-theme gifts, souvenir tee shirts, postcards, Gilfeather® turnip videos & DVDs, The Gilfeather® Turnip Cookbook & Other Recipes Rooted in Wardsboro, Vol. 2, Gilfeather® turnips and seeds, apples, cider, organic veggies, VT products, foods & crafts.
December 6, Saturday
11 A.M. – 3 P.M
8th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Santa’s Visit
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main Street
Free Admission.
Lunch (soup and sandwiches) – from 11 A.M.
Santa’s visit
Noon – 2 P.M.
Free photos with Santa and craft activities for children.
Shop at the Holiday Boutique, Specialty Food Shop & the NEW VT Crafters Boutique featuring one-of-a-kind gifts at special prices. Handcrafted ornaments and decorations, gift items, live wreaths and swags, home-made baked goods, candies, and specialty foods
11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
Email questions or call 802-896-3416. Directions click here.
Shop at the "Turnip Shop”, Craft Fair, & Farmers’ Market - turnip-theme gifts, souvenir tee shirts, postcards, Gilfeather® turnip videos & DVDs, The Gilfeather® Turnip Cookbook & Other Recipes Rooted in Wardsboro, Vol. 2, Gilfeather® turnips and seeds, apples, cider, organic veggies, VT products, foods & crafts.
Email questions or call 802-896-3416. Directions click here.
December 6, Saturday
11 A.M. – 3 P.M
8th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Santa’s Visit
Wardsboro Town Hall, Main Street
Free Admission.
Lunch (soup and sandwiches) – from 11 A.M.
Santa’s visit
Noon – 2 P.M.
Free photos with Santa and craft activities for children.
Shop at the Holiday Boutique, Specialty Food Shop & the NEW VT Crafters Boutique featuring one-of-a-kind gifts at special prices. Handcrafted ornaments and decorations, gift items, live wreaths and swags, home-made baked goods, candies, and specialty foods
11 A.M. – 3 P.M.
