We welcome Iris Stein and her studio, Painted Iris, to Camp Meade. Stop by to meet the artist and see the studio space on the Green! Iris is currently preparing the studio for small classes, workshops and one-on-one lessons, but these drop-in times are a chance for anyone (artists, neighbors, or curious visitors) to drop by, say hello and see what she is up to. Grab a ball of clay (provided) or bring your knitting (or own portable craft project) if you want to hang out for a bit and create and connect.

This is a two-part workshop

Session 1: Saturday November 29, 10am-Noon

You will create earrings from porcelain and decorate them using the Mishima technique, stencils, and/or slip-carving.

Session 2: Saturday, December 13, 10am-Noon

Two weeks later (after the porcelain pieces have been bisque-fired and glaze-fired), you will add the jewelry hardware and package your earrings in gift boxes.

The class fee is $95 per person, which includes:

• Clay and tools

• Firings and glaze

• Instruction and guidance: two 2-hour sessions

• Findings (earring hooks, jump rings, etc.)

• Gift packaging and earring cards

• Tea and creative space!

One pair of earrings is included in the workshop price, but you can make up to four pairs and each additional set is $20. Space is limited to eight spots for the workshop. For more info or to register, email Iris Stein at Irisstein@hotmail.com

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We welcome Iris Stein and her studio, Painted Iris, to Camp Meade. Stop by to meet the artist and see the studio space on the Green! Iris is currently preparing the studio for small classes, workshops and one-on-one lessons, but these drop-in times are a chance for anyone (artists, neighbors, or curious visitors) to drop by, say hello and see what she is up to. Grab a ball of clay (provided) or bring your knitting (or own portable craft project) if you want to hang out for a bit and create and connect.

Join us as we create beautiful works of light and art! More info and registration for this FREE Workshop HERE

ONE Arts is offering a free lantern making workshop! If you are preparing for the Waterbury River of Lights Lantern Parade on December 6th or for the Middlesex River of Light parade December 13th or if you simply want to build a lantern, you are welcome to sign up. You can be inspired by the Waterbury parade theme, ‘Wheels or Wings,’ or choose inspiration of your choice. Come alone or with the family to build a lantern. Please register in advance as space is limited!

*please note that all peeps under 18 must be accompanied by a parent

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Saturday November 15
9:30-11:30am
Open for Age 12+

Our brains and eyes work together to decide what we should pay attention to or ignore. In this class, we’ll learn about our own attention, how it shapes the way we look at art, and what that means for art makers. Along the way, we’ll try different art experiments to guide attention around the page.

Taught by teaching artist and science writer, Rachel Mirus.

Materials will be provided.

Register here.

Join the Local for their Free tasting every Friday!

Mosey on in, grab a glass, and join the crowd anytime between 4:30 & 6:30pm

Join the Local for their Free tasting every Friday!

Mosey on in, grab a glass, and join the crowd anytime between 4:30 & 6:30pm

Join the Local for their Free tasting every Friday!

Mosey on in, grab a glass, and join the crowd anytime between 4:30 & 6:30pm

Celebrate Halloween with us! Tour the Spooky Tower, listen to eerie music and catch your breath while enjoying fresh pizza. Your little ones will have a blast walking safely from vehicle to vehicle, collecting treats and enjoying the atmosphere on the Green. Free admission!

Bring your vehicle to Camp Meade, open your trunk, decorate it with your personal Halloween vignette. Sign your vehicle up here

Join families, friends, and neighbors on Saturday, Oct. 25th 11AM-2PM for Camp Meade's first annual Peace Party to cultivate peace and community through art, food, and collaboration. Rain or shine under the Pavilion, all are welcome to join in a potluck, bonfire, and creative projects!

CREATE TOGETHER
—Print your own peace posters with volunteers from Burlington's nonprofit screen-printing studio Iskra Print Collective
—Paint peace flowers in a collaborative "Peace Garden" mural along the Green
—Participate in pumpkin carving and face-painting with ONE Arts

EAT TOGETHER
—Share a dish for potluck lunch in the Pavilion with free bread by Red Hen Baking
—Support Woodbelly for wood-fired pizza and cider
—Drink wine + beer on the porch with The Local
—Snack on free s'mores supplies by a bonfire on the Green

BE TOGETHER
—Gather on the Green for lawn games + picnics + playtime
—See photography of peace signs around Vermont in the Planetary Art Institute
—Celebrate fine art, crafts, and sculpture by Bread & Puppet, Bent Nails, ELM Harris, Kurt Budliger, and many other Vermont artisans

THANK YOU for sharing the word and joining our first Peace Party at Camp Meade. Sponsorships are welcome, as are suggested donations of $10/adult and $5/child to support the nonprofits behind this event.

For more info, email info@campmeade.today

Join the Local for their Free tasting every Friday!

Mosey on in, grab a glass, and join the crowd anytime between 4:30 & 6:30pm

Join the Local for their Free tasting every Friday!

Mosey on in, grab a glass, and join the crowd anytime between 4:30 & 6:30pm

Join us for our monthly in-person table-top/board game playtesting!

Have you ever had an idea for how to make a game better or want to see what games are like before they reach your shelf? If you've ever played a game and thought "This would be better if . . ." then you would love playtesting with Break My Game!

We are looking to help designers make their games better by providing Constructive Feedback during their design process. Your voice helps a good game become great!

If you are a game designer, bring your game, or just come by to play your neighbor's games.

By attending this event you agree to follow our Code of Conduct.

Questions? Email: lpquinlan@gmail.com

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Join us for our Second Annual Fall Family Festival and Community Art Show!

10-12 = Adult/Teen Art Workshop: Chimeras, Cryptids, and Creativity ($40 - register here)

10-5 = Indoor Community Art Show and Outdoor Bread + Puppet Exhibit

11-2 = Face painting by ONE Arts

12-5 = Food (Woodbelly Pizza) available (+ Red Hen 11-3)

2-4 = Bonfire, Cider & S’mores

Our shared experiences of making, working and playing create connections that bridge our differences, so the Planetary Art Institute offers opportunities for neighbors, friends, and families to experience delight, surprise, and togetherness through creativity and collaboration.

Join us on our Vermont Craft Council Open Studio Weekend for this special workshop!

Sunday, October 5
10am-12pm
Open to Age 12+

Throughout history people have been inspired to invent many mythical and imaginary creatures. In this class, Rachel Mirus will use mindful drawing strategies to lead a process of creative discovery and nature inspiration, culminating by inventing imaginary animals of our own. Come find the creatures hiding in your imagination.

Rachel Mirus is a teaching artist and science writer.

Materials will be provided.

Register here.

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A private event for First Children’s Finance.

If you are interested in hosting an event with us, please click here for more info.

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Join Montpelier Alive as they bring you a New Resident Mixer. Are you new to the area or just interested in meeting new people? Come hang out on the Green or in the gorgeous new pavilion for a fun meet up!

Here we go! Join us as we celebrate Vermont’s vibrant arts scene at this preview Feast of Fools Community Festival, happening Sunday, Sept. 21 at Camp Meade in Middlesex. This one-day celebration runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and offers a lively taste of what’s to come when the full Feast of Fools Festival launches in 2026.

The Feast of Fools began in medieval Europe as a day of revelry when commoners became kings, fools became prophets, and music, laughter, and food united communities. In that tradition, Camp Meade will come alive with circus, music, food, and community gathering.

Highlights include:

Middlesex Artisan Market – 11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. featuring quality local creators

The Red Trouser Show – internationally renowned circus stars performing at 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.

The Hokum Brothers – Vermont’s own fun-loving band playing two sets at noon and 2:00 p.m.

Brass Balagan – raucous street brass at 4:00 p.m.

Montpelier Alive’s New Resident Mixer – 3:00–5:00 p.m.

ONE Arts – face-painting and creative projects for all ages, 2:00–5:00 p.m.

And because no “feast” is complete without food: vendors including Woodbelly Pizza (12:00–5:00 p.m.) and The Local Wine & Beer (12:00–5:00 p.m.) will keep the crowd well-fed and happy.

“The Feast of Fools has always been about joy, resilience, and community,” says festival founder Woody Keppel. “This preview is just the beginning—a playful promise of the full festival to come.”

Suggested donation $10 adult, $5 child - no one turned away for lack of funds!

Seven Days is talking about our event! Read the article here.

Join us for the Inaugural Middlesex Artisan Market at Camp Meade!

EVENT INFO:

This is the first annual Camp Meade Juried Artisan Market featuring high quality artisans and craftspeople!  Vendor booth fees will be donated to the nonprofit Planetary Art Institute, which offers free and discounted arts, childcare, and creative community programming for all ages at Camp Meade.

The location is at Camp Meade in Middlesex  home of Red Hen Bakery, Chico's Tacos & Bar, The Local Wine & Beer Shop, Sally's Second Act, Lightner Glass Studio, Yoga Lab, One Arts Studio, elm harris jewelry, Kurt Budliger photography and the Planetary Art Institute.

VENDOR INFO:

Venue: This event will be held outdoors at Camp Meade at 961 Route 2, Middlesex, VT 05602. Vendors will need to bring their own pop-up tent, tables, chairs, etc. There is access to public bathrooms and there will be food vendors from Camp Meade during the event. Parking is available on site and on the roadway. Vendors will be asked to carpool vehicles to the nearby Park- N-Ride to make space for customers. Cell service is available.

Event details: 

• Date: Sunday September 21, 11:00 am - 4:30 pm 

• Location: 961 Route 2, Middlesex, VT 05602  at  https://campmeade.today

• Contacts: Marianne Mullen at mm@mariannemullen.com and info@campmeade.today. 

• Booth size: 10 x 10" on grassy field. Please bring your own tent, tables, and chairs. It is highly recommended to bring tent weights and/or stakes. 

• Weather consideration: The event may be subject to cancellation due to weather. Notifications will go out ASAP. 

Eligibility: We are accepting applications from artisans and craftspeople. We are not accepting vendors for food or drinks. We invite artisans and craftspeople who are committed to creative expression of all ages, experience levels including hobbyists and professionals. We are looking for vendors who make jewelry, pottery, textiles, paintings, sculpture, and unique products or high quality crafts. 

Investment: $40 

Deadline: This application will close for submissions on September 10, 2025 and payment is due with application (make payment here). 

Selection: We anticipate this market to fill up quickly. Please expect to hear from us about your selection or waitlist status very soon

Please submit 3-5 high quality images to mm@mariannemullen.com and info@campmeade.today for consideration after completing the form here:

Questions? Please contact Marianne at mm@mariannemullen.com or  info@campmeade.today.

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RIVET 2.0 - celebrating the 100 languages of Children & Teachers & Trees! Save the Date! More details and registration link coming soon.

Join us for a wonderful chance to learn some traditional Italian dances!

Celest DiPietropaolo and Marie DiCocco are musicians, dancers, and teachers with a lifelong interest in Italian cultural heritage. Following the RIVET conference, they will teach several traditional dances from the region of Emilia-Romagna that are still vastly popular today in the mountain villages of Italy. Although the dances are unique to Italy, some are also reminiscent of New England contradances, in both choreography and music. They will be accompanied by members of Vecchio Stile, a Vermont based band that plays the music found throughout Italy in the osterie and piazzas.

Teaching will start at 3:15 and go for at least 45 minutes. They will be happy to teach dances from other regions, if requested after that. Anyone is welcome to join on the Green at Camp Meade.

Not only is there a wonderful reception for artists Susie Conrad and Barrie Fisher, but Susie will be leading a watercolor workshop as well! Join us at the Planetary Art Institute for a free workshop open to all. If you have any questions or want to RSVP (although not necessary), email Susie at susiekconrad@gmail.com

All ages are welcome to join a watercolor workshop with artist Susie Conrad, who will share some of the techniques used in her large-scale abstract watercolor paintings on display in the exhibit Fluid Impressions with friend and colleague Barrie Fisher. Join for some creative fun after an artist reception with light snacks and refreshments on September 12th 5-7pm

We are so excited to fete two of our favorite artists: Barrie Fisher + Susie Conrad! Join us at the Planetary Art Institute at Camp Meade for the artist reception for the exhibit, “Fluid Impressions,” on Friday, September 12 from 5-7pm.

Fluid impressions are the evidence of change on the page, and each new brushstroke or translucence that Vermont artists Susie Conrad and Barrie Fisher add to their work illuminates a moment observed, witnessed, and felt. The Planetary Art Institute at Camp Meade is delighted to present these meditations as a conversation between two creators and friends, in keeping with our mission to support creativity, collaboration, and community in central Vermont.

Barrie Fisher: The first time I held a camera at age 10, I felt an instant connection—as if I had been there before. This moment marked the beginning of a lifelong love affair with capturing life and connecting with those in front of my lens. Raised amidst the dual landscapes of nature and NYC, my upbringing in both social and athletic environments fostered adaptability, shaping my diverse career and a portfolio spanning fine art, events, families, reunions, corporate, commercial, real estate, and pet photography.

Formally educated in graphic design and photography at New York’s School of Visual Arts, San Francisco’s Academy of Arts, Boston’s New England School of Photography and New England School of Art and Design, and the Lake Placid School of Arts, my journey also led me to teach photography at The Berkshire School and the Palm Beach Photographic Centre. Today, my fine art studio, located next to the Waitsfield farmers' market, is an inviting space where creativity flourishes.

Susie Conrad: Rooted in the hills of Connecticut, my journey has taken me far—from the classrooms where I earned a B.A.S. in Fine Arts and Business, to the world of numbers with an M.S. in Financial Technology. I’ve lived and worked under the southern sun of Melbourne, Australia along the cobbled streets of Maastricht, Netherlands and wandered coast to coast across the U.S. and beyond.

Yet, no matter where I found myself—in city crowds or quiet landscapes—I always had a camera in hand. Creativity was my constant; it moved through me, drawn to light, shadow. motion, and stillness. Now settled in with my heart in the Green Mountains of Warren, Vermont, I continue to follow that thread—one frame, one breath, one gesture, and one moment at a time.