September 2008

Please note:
While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the events listed, all information is subject to change. The contacts listed for each event can confirm dates and provide additional information. Be sure to verify all information in advance of your trip!

September 3

Pittsford
Maple Candy Making
New England Maple Museum - Crystallizing Pure Vermont Maple Syrup into Maple Sugar is demonstrated. Visitors can sample the final project fresh from the mold without touring the Museum on these Wednesdays. Rte. 7. 10:30-3 pm. 802-483-9414.www.maplemuseum.com

September 6-7

Ticonderoga, NY
Annual revolutionary War Encampment
Fort Ticonderoga—Reenactors portraying British, German, Continental, and Native forces depict the war for (and against) American independence. 518-585-2821. www.fort-ticonderoga.org

September 10

September 12-14

Chimney Point, VT and Crown Point, NY
Festival of Nations
A cultural event to celebrate the nations which, in the 18th century, wrestled for control of a colonial territorial prize: the Champlain Valley. Festival consists of live music, craft demonstrations, food, family fun and competitions. Two state historic sites co-host this public event: Chimney Point State Historic Site in Vermont and Crown Point State Historic Site in New York. Activities are featured at both ends of the Lake Champlain Bridge. British, French, Indian, Canadian and American food items for sale and plenty of seating at picnic tables. Admission. 518-597-4666.

September 13-14

Vergennes
Archaeology Weekend at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum—As part of Vermont Archaeology Month LCMM presents a weekend of lectures, tours of historic and archaeological sites, hands-on activities, and workshops. Presenters include many of Vermont's own archaeologists and historians, as well as scholars from elsewhere. 802-475-2022. www.lcmm.org

September 14

Ferrisburgh
Nature Hike
Rokeby Museum—UVM naturalist and teacher Jesse Mohr will lead visitors on a guided hike in the footsteps of Rowland E. Robinson. Come for a ramble in the woods highlighted by Robinson's own words and images. 2 pm. 802-877-3406. www.rokeby.org

September 17

September 18

Middlebury
Doing Local History
Henry Sheldon Museum—Led by Deborah Clifford and is for anyone interested in working on a local history project using primary source materials. Research Center. Admission for non-members. 6-8 pm. 802-388-2117. www.henrysheldonmuseum.org

September 20

Ticonderoga, NY
Fourth Annual Footrace
Fort Ticonderoga—Details will be announced soon. 518-585-2821. www.fort-ticonderoga.org

Orwell
Hike Through History with the Crown Point Road Association
Hike Ticonderoga branch and visit a historic house. Meet at Whiting Elementary School, VT Rte. 30. Bring lunch. 10:30 am. 802-434-7415.www.crownpointroad.org

September 24

September 27

Bristol
Bristol Harvest Festival
Free family fun with music, horse/wagon rides, children's activities, craft festival, "Taste of Bristol", kid's area, horse/wagon rides, bandstand music. 802-388-7951. www.bristolharvestfest.com

September 28

Bristol
4th Annual Better L8 than Never Car Show
Held on a new day, Sunday. Featuring 26 classes, 10 Best Oof trophies, muffler raps, music, food and a great relaxing day for all. Registration fee $10 at the gate which opens at 9:00 am. Bristol Rec Field. Contact Robin: 802-453-7446 or 802-453-7688. Part of Bristol Harvest Festival. www.bristolharvestfest.com