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stewardMRV – Meet the Steward

September 5, 2023

Stephen Peterson and his Deputy steward, Jack, take great care of Wu Ledges in Waitsfield What brought you to the…

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CPR Classes for MRV

August 31, 2023

The Mad River Valley chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the Mad River Valley Ambulance Service (MRVAS) to offer MRV…

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stewardMRV – Steward Profile

August 28, 2023

stewardMRV Volunteers Thatcher and Susan Simpson live in Fayston and they have volunteered to steward the Ward River Access in Moretown What…

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stewardMRV – Meet the Stewards

August 8, 2023

stewardMRV is transforming the way our community takes care of its outdoor recreation access points. Proper stewardship is essential in maintaining…

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MRV Chamber Mad Mingle

August 7, 2023

The next MRV Chamber “Mad Mingle” is slated to take place on Wednesday, August 30 at the MRV Welcome Center on…

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MRV Chamber 2023 Annual Meeting

August 7, 2023

Please join us for the 2023 Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting Hosted upstairs at theValley Meade Dispensary…

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Mad River Valley Travel Information

July 20, 2023

Unless you live under a rock you know that many areas of Vermont experienced severe flood damage last week, but…

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors

July 12, 2023

The MRV knows all too well what our neighbors in Waterbury, Montpelier and other communities around the state are going…

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Volunteer at the New MRV Welcome Center

May 3, 2023

The new Mad River Valley Welcome Center (on the corner of Routes 100 and 17 ) is getting ready for…

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MRV’s Representation in Montpelier

May 2, 2023

We are fortunate to live in a  place that has government representatives  who are so incredibly available and responsive. They…

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MRV Women in Business to Meet

April 13, 2023

The next meeting of the MRV Women in Business group will meet on Tuesday May 16th at the Inn at…

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Mad Mingle at The Bridges

April 5, 2023

On Tuesday, June 13th beginning at 5:30, the Bridges Resort will be hosting the next Mad Mingle chamber mixer. This…

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401K Doors Open for Small Businesses

March 31, 2023

Are you a business owner who has wanted to offer a retirement plan to your employees, but you’ve been stymied…

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Mad Mingle at Emily’s Bar & Bistro

March 21, 2023

On Wednesday, April 19th beginning at 5:30, Emily’s Bar and Bistro will be hosting the next Mad Mingle chamber mixer.…

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The Passing of a Legend

March 20, 2023

Betsy Pratt, Mad River Glen’s long-time owner and ski industry visionary passed today, just a few days after her 95th…

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Tourism Day at the Capital

March 14, 2023

Tourism Day at the State House is coming up on Wedneday March 22 and I am hoping that you will…

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Valentine’s Day – The MRV Way

January 23, 2023

Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley.  Heck we even have Mad River Romance (check…

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Ride to Ski on the Mad Bus

December 27, 2022

Mad River Valley visitors and residents are encouraged to utilize the free Mad Bus Service that is provided by Green…

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Welcome Center Volunteers

December 7, 2022

Do you want to share your knowledge of the MRV?  The Mad River Valley has a new Welcome Center in…

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Memory Tree

November 17, 2022

Honor Your Memory Today! $5 each or 5 for $20 The Mad River Valley Memory Tree provides a way for…

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#SHOPMRV – Shop Local This Holiday Season

November 17, 2022

The holiday shopping season is upon us and there are so many ways to give unexpected, genuine, unique and delightful…

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MRV Star Kits On Sale Now

November 15, 2022

Order Your Star Kit! Over the past 15 years or so beautifully lit stars have become a ubiquitous feature around…

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Support MRV Non-Profits with Meaningful Gifts This Holiday Season

November 14, 2022

The Holiday Season is always a good time to take stock and be more intentional with our gift giving. It’s…

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MRV Experiences are The Perfect Gift

November 14, 2022

With the holiday  upon us it’s a great time to think of ways to give meaningful gifts. A gift of…

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Financial tips for the self-employed

October 7, 2022

Being self-employed has some benefits: You get to choose your own hours, you don’t have to count “vacation days” and…

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Local Artists Participate in Open Studio Weekend

September 26, 2022

The Vermont Crafts Council’s 30th Anniversary of the Vermont Fall Open Studio Weekend takes place on October 1st and 2nd, from…

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View the Foliage Like a Pro

September 26, 2022

With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…

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Flags Fly Downtown

May 31, 2022

You may have noticed the new US and Mad River Valley flags fluttering along Route 100. These flags came about because…

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MRV Artisans Take Part in Vermont Open Studio Weekend

May 16, 2022

The 30th Anniversary of the Vermont Spring Open Studio Weekend takes place on May 28 & 29, from 10am to 5 pm.…

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Summer Events in Central Vermont

May 13, 2022

Many would argue that summer is the best season in Vermont. Even though a case for every season, it’s hard…

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Explore Classic Mountain Towns Along Vermont Route 100

February 13, 2022

Encounter the winter beauty of the East Coast at an unseen level this year. Named one of “The Most Beautiful…

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MRV Chamber Launches First Ever Stand Up for Safety Initiative

February 2, 2022

The Mad River Valley, a popular Vermont ski and mountain tourism destination, has launched Stand Up for Safety, a program…

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Mad River Valley Chamber Receives Grant to Bring Flags Back to Route 100

December 13, 2021

The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce has received a $3,500 grant from the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS). This…

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Pre-season Ski Update – a Community Conversation

November 3, 2021

On Wednesday November 10th at 7 pm the MRV Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present a Community Conversation involving the…

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Gearing Up for the Holidays in the Mad River Valley

October 21, 2021

The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce and the retail business community  are working together to promote the holiday season. Instead…

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Chamber Hosts Service Industry Sexual Assault Awareness Workshop

October 11, 2021

The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that they will be hosting a very important and…

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Signs of the Times – Back to Normalcy

June 8, 2021

It’s clear that things are really getting back to normal here in the MRV. The most obvious signs of our…

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Quirky Dining in the MRV

May 31, 2021

Quirky is defined as “characterized by peculiar or unexpected traits” and the Mad River Valley certainly fits the bill in…

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stewardMRV Aims to Care for Recreational Access Points

May 27, 2021

Memorial Day weekend marks the kick-off of stewardMRV, a new initiative spearheaded by the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce,…

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Valley Reporter Turns 50!

April 22, 2021

Happy 50th Birthday to The Valley Reporter! It is hard to imagine that our favorite, local news source is half…

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Community Conversation A Mid-season Update from the Ski Areas

February 10, 2021

Everyone in the MRV community is invited to an online Community Conversation presented by the MRV Chamber of Commerce involving…

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New Name for Local Arts Organization

February 9, 2021

An iconic local arts organization has a new name—and a new look. Mad River Valley Arts (MRVA) is the name…

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Snow People Contest

February 5, 2021

With all the new snow of late, the Mad River Valley has been turned into a winter wonderland. Residents and…

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Memory Tree Lighting

December 13, 2020

It’s Not Too Late to Dedicate Your Memory! The Mad River Valley Memory Tree will officially be lit on Friday,…

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It’s Time to Light up the MRV!

November 17, 2020

Every holiday season, the Mad River Valley comes to life with a spectacle of illumination that is quintessential Vermont. While it…

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View the Foliage Like a Pro

September 28, 2020

With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…

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Please Write Your State Senator!

September 24, 2020

We are pleading with you to encourage our representatives in the legislature to fully fund direct business relief grants currently being…

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VermonTouring – Scenic Drives in the MRV & Beyond

September 23, 2020

When Mad River Valley locals head out to explore and experience other parts of Vermont you might hear them say…

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Inaugural Win Smith Be Better Award Presented

September 10, 2020

The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce announced the creation and recipient of the inaugural Win Smith Be Better Award…

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August 10, 2020

Board of Directors & Officers/Nominations 2020 & Proposed Slate of Candidates Three Directors are retiring after serving six years. Also…

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