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Dad Vibes
Hi, Friends! This weekend, many of us will be celebrating Father’s Day with the men in our lives who have been our caretakers, our mentors, our guides, our protectors, and our supporters.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Jun 10, 20252 min read


Community Connection
The Summer/Fall issue of Manchester Life Magazine can now be found throughout the Shires. Stratton Magazine Summer arrived this week.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Jun 3, 20253 min read


Play by Play
An inside look at Dorset Theatre Festival’s past productions and promising upcoming season.
Benjamin Lerner
Jun 2, 202518 min read


Burgerlicious!
The Old Mill Road team breaks down the juiciest burgers in town
Megan Demarest
Jun 2, 202513 min read


NEW LIFE IN LONDONDERRY
Tilting at Windmills has been an iconic gallery in Manchester, Vermont for 54 years, and is one of New England’s largest fine art galleries.
Terry Lindsey
Jun 2, 20251 min read


Community Content
GNAT-TV strengthens the community through local independent media
Benjamin Lerner
Jun 2, 20256 min read


10 minutes with...David Whitehill
Manchester Music Festival’s New Executive Director on Manchester, music, and more!
Benjamin Lerner
Jun 2, 20254 min read


BEHIND THE SCENES
An inside look at two of Manchester’s favorite summer music festivals
Benjamin Lerner
Jun 2, 202510 min read


Wild Brush
Gifted artist Neil Davidson brings his talents to Southern Vermont Arts Center for a highly anticipated show
Benjamin Lerner
Jun 2, 20255 min read


Perfect Pesto
Every so often, I have the time and the foresight to make something over the weekend that will last for at least a few days, like pesto, which has different variations and can be used to add an herbaceous, earthy flavor to pasta, rice, soups, and meat dishes.
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 28, 20253 min read


Memorial Day Weekend
Hey, Friends! What are you all up to this Memorial Day weekend?
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 20, 20252 min read


Passing the Theatrical Torch
Can you believe it’s mid-May already! Summer is coming…can you feel it?
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 13, 20253 min read


To My Baby Boy
Hello, Friends! Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and of course, my husband and I will be honoring the mothers in our lives and sharing time with them to celebrate over the next week or so.
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 6, 20254 min read


The Wonder of Student Art
This exhibition, showcasing students aged 1-19, includes drawings, paintings, and sculptures from more than 30 schools, all presented beautifully throughout the Elizabeth de C. Wilson museum.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 29, 20252 min read


How Does Your Garden Grow?
It’s that time of year when we start doing some spring clean up around our homes and businesses, gathering up the stick debris, trimming back the bare bushes, and maybe doing some seed starting.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 22, 20252 min read


Revani (Greek Semolina Cake Steeped in Syrup)
Ooohhh, I am so excited this week to share with you a scrumptious recipe from my colleague, Anastasia Stanmeyer, Editor-in-Chief of our sister publication, Berkshire Magazine.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 15, 20252 min read


JK Adams at Home
This week, we’re giving a shout out to Dorset’s favorite houseware brand and one of our favorite local partners, JK Adams.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 9, 20251 min read


Our Furry Bundles of Joy
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Manchester’s only pet store, Pets Etc., and chatting with the lovely staff about their store.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 1, 20252 min read


Primavera
Pasta primavera has a garlic, oil, and broth-based sauce that includes al dente vegetables.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Mar 25, 20252 min read


More Team Talent
John and his family moved to Southern Vermont in 2023 after a long career in advertising and marketing in New York City
The Guide's Grab Bag
Mar 18, 20252 min read

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The Vermont News Guide, originally launched in 1954 as The Shopping Guide, was then called, “THE GUIDE", and most recently, The Vermont News Guide. It is now being rebranded (again) as “The Guide” and serves as the weekly digital e-blast for Manchester Life Magazine.
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