Kool Like Kahan

Thursday 19

Vermont’s own multiplatinum sensation Noah Kahan takes the stage at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction for an epic night of soul-baring. Kahan’s candid struggle with mental health is often interwoven with his musical artistry, so it comes as no surprise that proceeds support his Busyhead Project. The concert is sold out, but dry those tears — there’s a wait list!

Jammin’ Out

Saturday 21

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• Jam for the Parks

Stowe Cider invites folks to commemorate 100 years of Vermont State Parks at Jam for the Parks. Ticket proceeds support the preservation of our parks, with a percentage of cider sales donated to boot. The lineup — including an After Dark edition for adults — features crowd-pleasing faves including Dylan & the Dead, plus family-friendly activities and sustenance from Shakedown Street BBQ & Grill.

Honey Haven

Starting Friday 20

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• Bee’s Knees Week

Bees are always the main buzz at Barr Hill distillery in Montpelier, but never more so than at Bee’s Knees Week — a celebration of these precious pollinators. Fans of the golden gift from our fuzzy flying friends partake in events ranging from a cocktail class to a honey-centric dinner featuring an observational hive.

Need for Speed

Saturday 21

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• Speedy (1928)

Harold Lloyd’s last silent film before the advent of talkies, Speedy, invites audiences into a bygone era of Hollywood where physical comedy reigns supreme. Presented as part of the Brandon Town Hall silent film series, the 1928 rom-com is brought to musical life by accompanist Jeff Rapsis, a composer who specializes in creating sounds for silence.

Fantastic Beasts

Saturday 21

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• Falconer

During Sport of Kings Day, lords and ladies of the realm peek into the 3,000-year-old practice of falconry at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science in Quechee. Modern-day falconers and their trained, taloned friends demonstrate how the practice has evolved over centuries. Dress the part and embark on a medieval romp replete with stilt walkers, archery and music. Saturday 21

Piano Man

Saturday 21

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• Paul Orgel

Capital City Concerts kicks off its 25th season with Grammy-nominated pianist Paul Orgel. The performer who started it all for the series in 2000 returns for an aptly named program, “Full Circle.” From Johann Sebastian Bach to Franz Liszt to Ludwig van Beethoven, the evening at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier features classical compositions showcasing Orgel’s skillful technique.

Rocky Road

Ongoing

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Now in its 24th year, the annual “Rock Solid” exhibit at Studio Place Arts in Barre showcases carved creations by local sculptors, as well as works in other mediums that evoke the unique and sometimes formidable qualities of stone. Afterward, gallerygoers are encouraged to embark on an Art Stroll around Barre’s historic downtown to view other outdoor chiseled constructions.

PAWLET, Vt. (WCAX) – Police are investigating a triple homicide in southern Vermont. Vermont State Police have not yet released any details about the deaths, but WCAX News has confirmed through multiple sources that three members of a family were killed.

This is still officially a suspicious death investigation and police have not released the victims’ names, but all around the small town people seem to have heard about this tragedy.

It happened early Sunday morning inside a home on Route 133 in Pawlet. We’re told the victims were Brian Crossman, a Pawlet select board member, his wife, Erica Crossman, and a minor child.

Troopers say they will not confirm any details about what happened until the state medical examiner completes autopsies on the victims.

At this point, investigators have made no mention of potential suspects or any arrests in the case, but sources tell WCAX that police have identified a person of interest who is a relative of the victims. Officially, police have only said they believe this was an isolated event with no identified threat to the community.

Most people I spoke with on Monday did not want to go on camera and neighbors said they were rattled by the incident.

“It’s very hard to comprehend. It just hasn’t sunk in. We just visited the family three nights before the deaths,” next-door neighbor Oliver Ihasz said.

“We went down there about eight o’clock in the evening, on Thursday evening to introduce ourselves for the first time. I love them, I told my husband right away. They made a great couple,” next-door neighbor Ellen Ihasz said.

We spoke with one member of the family who said they want to thank everyone for all the support. They tell us they have heard a lot of different rumors and they just want people to respect their privacy.

Again, we are still awaiting an official update on the investigation. State police are waiting for the medical examiner to positively identify the victims and determine the cause and manner of death.

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Vermont State Police are investigating the suspicious deaths of three people whose bodies were found Sunday at a home in the Rutland County town of Pawlet.

State police say they received a call reporting a suspicious person early Sunday morning, with the subsequent investigation leading troopers to a residence on Vermont Route 133, where the bodies were ultimately discovered.

Little other information has been released, as police caution that the investigation is in its early stages, but investigators do believe at this point that this was an isolated event, and there’s no identified threat to the community.

Detectives are canvassing the area and conducting interviews while the crime scene search team processes the location, according to police.

The bodies will be taken to the chief medical examiner’s office in Burlington for autopsies to determine the cause and manner of their deaths. Names will be released following confirmation of identities and notification of relatives, police said.

Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to call state police at 802-773-9101. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.