Hotel Coolidge Ledger

BEN TOLOSA EXHIBIT AT HOTEL COOLIDGE ZOLLIKOFER GALLERY

2012-01-25T02:16:00.000-08:00

Ben Tolosa's "Magical HDR" Exhibit
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At Hotel Coolidge Zollikofer Gallery
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High Dynamic Range Photography, Retouching, Digital Art, and Prints
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Opening Reception Friday, February 3rd
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5:00 till 7:00 p.m.
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High Dynamic Range photography is a technique that uses three different photographs at different exposure and combines the best more detailed sections of each in one final image.
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Ben Tolosa's style is Surreal HDR Photography and must be seen to believe!
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Log onto www.bentolosa.com for more information about Ben Tolosa.
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Phone 1-800-622-1124 t book a room at Hotel Coolidge and make you visit to the exhibit and overnight experience. Ask about our Blog Discount!

CYNTHIA CRAWFORD EXHIBIT AT ZOLLIKOFER GALLERY

2011-11-21T02:49:00.000-08:00

Creature Kinships & Natural Affinities
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Photos, Photo-Paintings & Prints By Cynthia Crawford
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Join Cynthia Crawford and friends for an Opening Reception at Hotel Coolidge Zollikofer Gallery
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First Friday * December 2nd * 5-7:00 PM
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Cynthia Crawford's wonderful art work chronicles the wildlife and beautiful natural environment of the Upper River Valley in a unique blend of painting, photography, and photo-paintings.
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To learn more about this artist, log onto www.creaturekinships.com.
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If you are visiting the Upper River Valley, phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations. Ask about our Blog Discount!

MICKI COLBECK AT ZOLLIKOFER GALLERY

2011-11-01T02:44:00.000-07:00

Micki Colbeck is exhibiting her fine paintings at the Zollikofer Gallery at Hotel Coolidge in downtown White River Junction, Vermont.
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The exhibit titled "Meandering" is a wonderful collection of loose, gestural oil paintings that explore the Ompomponoosuc River and tributaries, meandering through hay fields, farms, and forest enriching and sometimes threatening the lives of all its flora and fauna.
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Join Micki for a reception on Friday, November 4th from 5 to 7 pm.
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Make it a weekend get-away and phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations to stay the night. Ask about our BLOG DISCOUNT.
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To contact Micki Colbeck, e-mail micolbeck@yahoo.com or preview Micki's paintings at http://www.openmuseum.org/collection/show/44.

MAIN STREET MUSEUM FLOODRAISER "THE WHISPERER IN DARKNESS"

2011-10-10T02:28:00.000-07:00

Main Street Museum Fundraiser
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To Recover From Hurricane Irene
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Thursday, October 20th
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Lecture and Screenings of "The Whisperer in Darkness"
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6:00 - 7:45 PM for $100.00+ donations * Featuring a Lecture by Vermont Author and Folklorist Joseph A. Citro and SWAMP THING cartoonist, Author and Center for Cartoon Studies Instructor Stephen R. Bissette * Silent Auction * Limited Edition Chapbook and more!
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8:00 PM ($25.00 per ticket) and 10:00 PM (at $15.00 per ticket) * screenings of "The Whisperer in Darkness" with introduction by Citro/Bissette!
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Hotel Coolidge is offering first-come-first-serve guestroom accommodations at the discounted rate of $69.00 for one or two people per room!
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Log on to http://srbissette.com/?page_id+13265 for ticket information and exciting details.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations and get information about the Main Street Museum and "The Whisperer in Darkness" screenings.
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The Main Street Museum is one of Vermont's most unique cultural legacies and was severely damaged by the cresting river the night Hurricane Irene decided to visit White River Junction. Please come to the fundraiser for an exceptional evening of entertainment and to help restore the museum! Thanks!!!

HOTEL COOLIDGE TAKES IRENE IN STRIDE

2011-09-20T03:04:00.000-07:00

Hurricane Irene has come and gone and Hotel Coolidge has remained open throughout.
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The White River rose thirty feet and badly damaged the town railroad bridge but the Amtrak is running and the roads are clear!
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Thanks to a great team of leaders and a lot of hard working determined neighbors, Vermont is on the repair.
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So, our small railroad town is a perfect destination for an autumn foliage getaway.
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Vermonters are grateful to Governor Shumlin, Senators Sanders and Leahy, and Representative Welch for a rapid response! Needless to say, we welcome all the relief and reconstruction crews from our neighboring states that have pitched in to help us dig out.
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If you're planning to visit Vermont to enjoy this autumn's colors, please phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make reservations. Thanks!

BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM ICE CREAM SUNDAYS

2011-06-08T01:18:00.000-07:00

Billings Farm & Museum
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Ice Cream Sundays
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Help make and sample delicious ice cream
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June 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th
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Farm Animal Programs
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Games & Activities for the Family
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1890 Dairy Farm & House with Farm Life Exhibits
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge and make it a wonderful weekend getaway!
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Phone 802-457-2355 for more information about Billings Farm and Museum programs and activities.
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make you Hotel Coolidge guest room reservations.
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Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discounts!
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June is National Dairy Month

QUECHEE BALLOON FESTIVAL FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND

2011-06-08T01:02:00.000-07:00

Annual Quechee Balloon Festival
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Father's Day Weekend
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Hot Air Balloons * Music * Fine Art * Crafts * Food Court * Games * Rides * Fun For All
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June 17th, 18th, & 19th
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Over 20 Hot Air Ballons Day & Night!!!
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Just a few miles down the road from Hotel Coolidge on scenic Route 4.
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Bring the whole family and enjoy the comfort of a weekend at Hotel Coolidge for Father's Day Weekend while attending the longest continuously running Hot Air Balloon Festival in New England.
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Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog discounts for low rates!
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Log onto www.quecheeballoonfestival.com to find more information about the Quechee Balloon Festival.
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make your discounted guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge!
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Up, up, and away!!!!

TOWN OF HARTFORD MILITARY HISTORY WEEKEND

2011-05-26T00:07:00.000-07:00

A Walk Through Military History
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Presented by The Town of Hartford 250th Committee
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The Living History Association
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Saturday, May 28th 10:00 a.m. thru 5:00 p.m.
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Sunday, May 29th 10:00 a.m. thru 3:00 p.m.
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At Meeting House Common, 520 Center of Town Road
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White River Junction Vermont
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A celebration of history with a walk through time
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Talk with historians, see artifacts, observe demonstrations of cooking, spinning and weapons fire
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BBQ Chicken on Saturday * Hamburgers, Hot Dogs & Sausage on Sunday
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge in downtown White River Junction to make it a perfect weekend!
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For more information on weekend events phone Pat Stark at 802-295-3077
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To make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge phone 800-622-1124. Ask about our Blog Discount!

WHITE RIVER INDIE FILMS 2011 FESTIVAL

2011-05-25T23:45:00.000-07:00

White River Indie Films
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At Briggs Opera House in Downtown White River Junction Vermont
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Award-winning and independent features, shorts, filmmakers, panels, workshops, and parties in one great weekend!
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Friday, June 3rd thru Sunday, June 5th
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge only a block away from Briggs Opera House for a complete weekend getaway!
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Log onto www.wrif.org for White River Indie Films tickets and information
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge. Ask about our Blog Discount!

WHITE RIVER ROTARY CLUB ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION

2011-05-04T00:56:00.000-07:00

The Rotary Club of White River
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ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION
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Hotel Coolidge White River Junction Vt
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May 5th, 3-8:00 p.m. and May 6th, 3-8:00 p.m.
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Area Golf Course Specials, Collectors Puzzle, Memberships, Pruning Shears, Limb Loppers, Gift Certificates, Piano Lamp, Stove Tools, Bird Feeders, Toy Tractor, Picture Frames, Book Bargains, Car Washes, Hotel Gift Certificate, and many other great items!
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Bring a friend and come on in!
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All proceeds to benefit community organizations, student scholarships, and the Rotary Foundation

MOTHER'S DAY BUFFET AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2011-05-02T02:37:00.000-07:00

Be Good To Mom!
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Enjoy the Mother's Day Buffet at to Hotel Coolidge with family and friends.
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Sunday, May 8th, 9:30 AM till 12:30 PM
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Show Mom how much you appreciate her with a scrumptious buffet including Eggs Benedict, Belgian Waffles, Chicken Crepes with Mushroom Sauce, Smoked Salmon & Capers, Fresh Fruit and Dark Chocolate.
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Phone 802-295-3118 to make your reservations!

EASTER SUNDAY BUFFET AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2011-04-13T02:37:00.000-07:00

Enjoy Easter Sunday at the Hotel Coolidge with your family and friends.
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Let us do the cooking while you and your loved ones enjoy a scrumptious meal!
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Easter Sunday Buffet
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April 24th, 11:30 a.m. till 3:00 p.m.
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Reservations Required
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Carved Vermont Roast Leg of Lamb * Baked Ham * Prime Rib * Salmon * Steamed Mussels
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Sherried Mushroom Soup * Green Salad Bar * Homemade Rolls * Peas * Broccoli * Cauliflower * Rice Pilaf * Mashed Potatoes * Fruits & Cheese
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A Variety of Pies and Cakes
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 to make reservations for this delightful brunch.
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Ask about our guest room discount if you would like to give yourself an extra treat and spend the night before or after Easter Brunch
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Happy Easter!

KATHY MATTEA & JOHNNY CLEGG AT LEBANON OPERA HOUSE

2011-03-20T22:01:00.000-07:00

The Lebanon Opera House brings wonderful music to the Vermont/New Hampshire Upper River Valley.
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Kathy Mattea - Country and bluegrass performer who blends folk and Celtic with vintage country
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Saturday, March 26th, 7:30 pm
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Johnny Clegg - Singer, songwriter, dancer, anthropologist, academic, and activist
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Thursday, April 7th, 7:30 pm
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Reserve a guest room at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont and turn your Lebanon Opera House concert into an overnight adventure.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 to reserve your room. Ask about our Blog Discount!
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Contact the Lebanon Opera House at 603-448-0400 or www.lebanonoperahouse.org for ticket and concert information.
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It's spring in the Upper Valley and the maple sap is flowing!

LOU SCHMERTZ FUNDRAISER: GREAT MUSIC * PRIZES * AUCTION

2011-03-16T22:32:00.000-07:00

Fundraising Party for Lou Schmertz
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American Legion in White River Junction, Vermont
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Satuday, March 19th, 7:00pm
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Featured Bands: Warehouse, Dr. Burma and the Dr. Burma Horns, Frydaddy, and more.
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Prizes and Silent Auction
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Help celebrate and support a very important step in Lou's life!
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Suggested Donation $20.00
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Spend the night at Hotel Coolidge at a special discount! Phone 800-622-1124 for guest room reservations.
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Great Causes Bring Great People Together!!!

DUCKWORTH MUSEUM SILENT AUCTION AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2011-03-15T22:09:00.000-07:00

Art Exhibition and Silent Auction at Hotel Coolidge
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Friday, March 18th through Sunday, May 15th
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Benefit for the Duckworth Art Museum's Guest Art Program
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Bids close Sunday, May 15th
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Reception Friday, April 1st, 5-7 pm
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Art donated by 33 guest artists and reproductions of two Aidron Duckworth paintings
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Contact Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 for information or to make guest room reservations. Ask about our Blog Discount!

NORTHERN STAGE PRESENTS "THE RAINMAKER"

2011-03-09T00:55:00.000-08:00

Norther Stage Production Company will be presenting "The Rainmaker" at the Briggs Opera House one block from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, Vermont.
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March 16th thru April 3rd
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Written by N. Richard Nash & Directed by Giles Ramsay
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A Dust Bowl Classic made famous by Katherine Hepburn is brought to the stage in our historic railroad town.
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Special Presentations:
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Opening Night Gala! (Friday, March 18th at 7:00pm)
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Post-Show Talkback with Cast (Saturday,March 19th at 7:30pm)
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Pre-Show Lecture by Dartmouth Professor Jamie Horton (Sunday, March 20th at 5:00pm)
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Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make this weekend memorable by reserving a guest room and attending the play at leisure. Ask about our Blog Discount!
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Contact Norther Stage Production Company at 802-296-7000 or www.northernstage.org to get tickets or information about "The Rainmaker" and other Northern Stage productions.

VERMONT INSTITUTE OF NATURAL SCIENCE

2011-03-09T00:32:00.000-08:00

Lots of exciting activities this March at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science in Quechee Vermont
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Just a short, scenic ride from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont
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Film Series: Mother Nature's Child (Thursday, March 17th) about how children adapt to being outside in nature in today's world of electronic devices and hours of on-screen time.
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Home Gardening for Sustainable Health (Saturday, March 26th) to learn what's possible for your own home garden.
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Bats in the Balance (Thursday, March 31) to explore the life history of Vermont's six cave bat species and some of the challenges they face.
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Also every weekend: Tapping the Trees (11:00am) and Raptors Up Close (2:00pm)
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Contact the Vermont Institute of Natural science at 802-359-5000 or www.vinsweb.org to get more information on programs and activities.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 to reserve guest rooms while you are enjoying VINS programs and activities. Ask about our Blog Discount when you call!

LEGENDARY STRAFFORD BLUES BAND AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2011-01-19T01:03:00.000-08:00

Love a good blues band?
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Want to cure your cabin fever?
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Dance to the Legendary Strafford Blues Band at Hotel Coolidge and spend a night in one of our cozy guest rooms.
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Sit by the fire in the lobby and rest your feet till you're ready to rejoin the band and dance some more!
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Hotel Coolidge in downtown White River Junction, Vermont
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Saturday, January 29th -- 8-11 p.m.
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$5.00 cover charge and cash bar
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Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. Ask about our Blog Discount!
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This is a great blues band!

LIVINGSTON TAYLOR AT TUPELO HALL - WHITE RIVER JCT. VT

2011-01-15T00:22:00.000-08:00

It's not too late to get tickets for the Livingston Taylor concert at Tupelo Music Hall in White River Junction, Vermont!
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January 15th, 2011 - 8:00 p.m.
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Spend the night at Hotel Coolidge just three blocks away from Tupelo Hall.
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Guest rooms are discounted to $79.00 plus tax.
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Casual and fine dining within blocks.
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Log onto www.tupelohallvermont.com for Tupelo Music Hall tickets.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 or send a message via our web site to make guest room reservations.

INTIMATE RETREAT WITH PEMA CHODRON

2011-01-14T01:15:00.000-08:00

Join Buddhist teacher Pema Chodron for two days exploring the practice of tonglen in Vershire, Vermont
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Friday & Saturday, May 6th & 7th, 2011,
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, Vermont for only $79.00 per night for two adults. Perhaps even stay and celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, May 8th.
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Log onto www.pemainvermont.com for details about the tonglen retreat with Pema Chodron.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 to make overnight guest room reservations.
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"This is the very essence of the tonglen outlook: when things are pleasant, think of others; when things are painful, think of others. If this practice is the only thing you remember... it will benefit you and everyone you come in contact with." --Pema Chodron, Tonglen
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Hotel Coolidge is pleased to be hosting a Mothers Day Brunch on May 8th. All are welcome! Please phone 800-622-1124 to make reservations.

SNOWSHOE WINE & DINE AT MARSHLAND FARM

2011-01-14T00:57:00.000-08:00

Celebrate winter in Vermont with a Snowshoe Wine and Dine
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Sponsored by the Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Wilderness Trails, and Marshland Farm
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January 21st, 2011 * 6:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m.
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Snowshoe on trails at Marshland Farm
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Enjoy story telling and the science and lore behind Vermont woods in the winter
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Relaxing and delicious three course meal
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Pre-register by January 18th, 2011 by phoning the Vermont Institute of Natural Science at 802-359-5001
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 for overnight guest room reservations. Ask about our Blog Discount!

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CELEBRATION AT DARTMOUTH COLLEGE

2011-01-12T01:42:00.000-08:00

Dartmouth College celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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January 6th thru January 28th, 2011
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This year's theme: "Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere"
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Programs include: performances of "The Shipment" on January 7th & 8th * Keynote address by Brian Stevenson on January 17th * Music concert with Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul & Mary.
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For complete listing of programs, log onto www.now.dartmouth.edu
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge (only five miles from Dartmouth College) while you are in town for any of the Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration programs and receive our Blog Discount!
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Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 or send us a message via the Hotel Coolidge web site to make your guest room reservations.

ROARING 20's NEW YEARS EVE PARTY

2010-12-09T21:20:00.000-08:00

Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont is hosting our Annual Roaring 20's New Years Eve Party.

Dinner Buffet, Music and Dancing December 31st.

Champaign Toast at Midnight

Brunch served on January 1st.

Special Guest Room rates for party attendees the nights of Dec 31st and Jan 1st.

Bring your flapper dress or zoot suit!

Phone 800-622-1124 toll free to make your reservations for the New Years Eve party & buffet, overnight guest rooms, and New Years Day buffet in advance.

New Years Eve $60.00 per person includes tax & gratuity.

Guest Rooms $79.00 plus tax for two people.

New Years Day Brunch $19.50 per person includes tax & gratuity.

ROARING 20's NEW YEARS EVE PARTY !!!

2010-12-09T03:20:00.000-08:00

Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont is hosting our Annual Roaring 20's New Years Eve Party.

Dinner Buffet, Music and Dancing December 31st.

Champaign Toast at Midnight

Brunch served on January 1st.

Special Guest Room rates for party attendees the nights of Dec 31st and Jan 1st.

Bring your flapper dress or zoot suit!

Phone 800-622-1124 toll free to make your reservations for the New Years Eve party & buffet, overnight guest rooms, and New Years Day buffet in advance.

New Years Eve $60.00 per person includes tax & gratuity.

Guest Rooms $79.00 plus tax for two people.

New Years Day Brunch $19.50 per person includes tax & gratuity.

POLAR EXPRESS IN WHITE RIVER JUNCTION VERMONT

2010-12-03T04:17:00.000-08:00

All Aboard the Polar Express!!!

Departing from the White River Junction train station

December 11 & 12, 2010

The Polar Express includes a 45 minute train ride with a brief stop at the "north pole" to hear the Polar Express story and pick up Santa!

Experience includes hot chocolate, homemade cookies, sing-a-longs, candy, and more fun and much holiday spirit.

Santa will have his picture taken with families if they wish.

Elves, conductors, chocolatiers and many wonderful volunteers will guide you thru all the fun!

Departure times:
Saturday December 11 at 10 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm
Sunday December 12 at 10 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm
Ticket prices: Adults - $20; Children - $15. "Babes on Laps" are FREE.

Phone Hotel Coolidge for guest room reservations if you want to stay overnight: 800-622-1124.

For Polar Express ticket information, log onto http://www.hartfordvtpolarexpress.com/

TUPELO MUSIC HALL & HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-12-03T03:25:00.000-08:00

Do you love music?

Do you want to take a two day get-away and enjoy special guest room rates at Hotel Coolidge while you attend a concert at Tupelo Music Hall in White River Junction Vermont?

Guest Room rates are only $49.00 Sunday thru Thursday and only $79.00 Friday and Saturday.

Show proof of your Tupelo Music Hall tickets when you check into Hotel Coolidge and enjoy these special rates.

Tupelo Hall is only three blocks from Hotel Coolidge.

Great places to dine within easy walking distance.

Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations.

For Tupelo Music Hall concert information, log onto www.tupelohall.com.

2nd ANNUAL GREEN MOUNTAIN FIBER FESTIVAL

2010-11-15T03:36:00.000-08:00

Enjoy your weekend at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont while attending the 2nd Annual Green Mountain Fiber Festival
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November 20th & 21st
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Saturday: 10 a.m. till 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. till 4 p.m.
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Classes & Workshops
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Beginning Spinning
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Button Making
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Hand Painting Yarn & Fiber
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Knitting Techniques
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Natural Dying
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Needle Felting
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There will be a variety of local vendors providing yarns, fibers, baskets, rugs, buttons, and much more!
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Log onto http://www.greenmountainfiberfestival.com/ for more information
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Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 1-800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. Ask about our Blog Descount when you make your reservations!

THANKSGIVING BUFFET AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-11-15T03:24:00.000-08:00

Hotel Coolidge invites you to our THANKSGIVING BUFFET

NOVEMBER 25th, 11a.m. till 3p.m.

Come and spend Thanksgiving at the Hotel Coolidge with your family & friends

Let us do the cooking while you and your loved ones enjoy a scrumptious meal

Adults $25.50 -- Seniors $23.50 -- Children $14.00

Please phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 1-800-622-1124 to make Buffet reservations.

Also ask about our Blog Discount if you would like to reserve a guest room and stay overnight

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

NORTHERN STAGE PERFORMANCE CALANDER 2010-2011

2010-11-04T02:34:00.000-07:00

Spend the night at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction and enjoy performances at Nothern Stage, Vermont's Award-Winning professional theater

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Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps: November 3 - 21, 2010

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The Wizard of Oz: December 8, 2010 – January 2, 2011

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The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe: January 19 - February 6, 2011

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The Real Thing: February 16 - March 6, 2011

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The Rainmaker: March 16 - April 3, 2011

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Evita: April 13 - May 1, 2011

Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. Don't forget to ask about our Blog Discount!

Contact Northern Stage online at http://www.northernstage.org/ or by phone at 802-296-7000 for further information about the 2010-2011 performance calander.

HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA IN WHITE RIVER JUNCTION

2010-10-26T02:42:00.000-07:00

The Rio Blanco Social Club presents the
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Annual Halloween Extravaganza
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Gory Daze Parade & the Curve Ball
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Saturday, October 30th, 6:00pm till Midnight
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6:00 till 8:00pm Pre-Parade Party at the Main Street Museum featuring music by Pariah Beat, Bouncy Castle, Doughnuts on a String, Monster Petting Zoo, Fire Spinning & Eating, Fire Organ, and Crowning of the new King & Queen of Halloween
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8:00pm Halloween Parade from the Main Street Museum to the Frieght House featuring live music from Brian Quirk on Bagpipes and the Lil' Orphan Brass Band
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9:00pm till Midnight the Curve Ball Dance Party at the Tupelo Music Hall featuring more Lil' Orphan Brass Band followed by sizzling dance music from superfantastic DJs.
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Stay for the night at Hotel Coolidge right in the middle of all Halloween Extragvaganza activities. When you phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations, ask about our Blog Discount.
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Don't forget to bring costumes!!!! This is a very fun evening!

KITTY O'HARA'S EXHIBIT AT ZOLLIKOFER GALLERY

2010-10-20T01:34:00.000-07:00

You are invited to attend the artist's reception for Kitty O'Hara at the Zollikofer Gallery at Hotel Coolidge in downtown White River Junction Vermont
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Friday, November 5th, 5-7:00PM
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Kitty O'Hara's landscapes, interiors, portraits and more exhude a sense of calm and beauty
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A unique style that takes 'realism' into a magical new world
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Spend the night at Hotel Coolidge and also enjoy fine dining at one of White River Junction's wonderful restaurants
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Phone toll free 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. Please ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog discount!

6th ANNUAL HOOTS & HOWLS FAMILY EVENT

2010-10-14T03:08:00.000-07:00

Looking for a perfect holloween weekend family get-away?

The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is hosting it's 6th Annual Hoots & Howls Family Event on Saturday, October 30th, starting at 8:00PM.

Jack-o-lantern trails, storytelling, live animals, puppet shows, skits, and more! Wrap up the evening with Tricky Treats and a chance to meet a bird up close.

Reserve a guest room at Hotel Coolidge, less then 10 minutes from VINS, and make a night of it. Ask about our Blog Discount when you make your reservation. 800-622-1124.

Log onto http://www.vinsweb.org/ or phone 802-359-5001 ext. 219 to fond out more about Hoots & Howls and other VINS activities.

FAMILY HALLOWEEN AT BILLINGS FARM

2010-10-12T03:24:00.000-07:00

Enjoy a Family Halloween at the Billings Farm & Museum
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Saturday, October 30, 10:00AM till 5:00PM
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Costume Parades: 12:00 Noon till 2:00PM
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Halloween Tales * Pumpkin Carving * Doughnuts-on-a-string * Pumpkin Ice Cream * Apple Cider * Games * Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides
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Children in costumes admitted FREE
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction so you can enjoy the whole day at the Family Halloween festivities. Ask about our Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations! Phone toll free at 800-622-1124.
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log onto http://www.billingsfarm.org/ or phone 802-457-2355 to find out more about Billings Farm & Museum events and activities.

AMADEUS AT NORTHERN STAGE

2010-10-01T02:04:00.000-07:00

Northern Stage opens the new season at the Briggs Opera House in White River Junction Vermont
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AMADEUS * October 6-24, 2010
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by Peter Shaffer * directed by Brooke Ciardeli
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The action packed story of boy genius Mozart! Fabulous period costumes, beautiful music, suspense, treachery and wonderful comic moments. Tony Award for Best Play!
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Stay at Hotel Coolidge only one block from the Briggs Opera House. Enjoy fine dining and lovely fall foliage while here.
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Phone toll free at 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. Ask us about our Blog Discounts!
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Log onto www.northernstage.org or phone 802-296-7000 to get more information about the Amedeus performance and the full season of other performances.

TUPELO MUSIC HALL OPENING NIGHT OCT 1st

2010-09-24T03:45:00.000-07:00

The Tupelo Music Hall is opening this fall in downtown White River Junction Vermont. The lineup of performances looks great!
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We are offering a $50.00 discount on Hotel Coolidge guest rooms on October 1st for those who want to attend the opening nite performance at the Tupelo Music Hall just down the block from the hotel.
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On October 1st the usual foilage rate of $149 for two people will be reduced to $99 !
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The opening nite performance is Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams. They're smiply great!
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Other performances scheuled in the future include: Acoustic Alchemy * Roomful of Blues * Jon Pousette-Dart Band * Johnny A * Dar Williams * Jesse Colin Young * David Bromberg Quartet * Glengarry Bhoys * George Winston * The Subdudes* Johnny Winter*Jefferson Starship* And More
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge.
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Visit www.tupelohall.com to find out more about Tupelo Music Hall performances.
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P.S. Dine at Elixer Restaurant - one of White River Junctions finest eating establishments - right next door to the Tupelo Music Hall.

18th ANNUAL GLORY DAYS OF THE RAILROAD FESTIVAL

2010-08-11T02:55:00.000-07:00

Glory Days of the Railroad Festival

Saturday, September 11th, 2010

9:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m.

In White River Junction Vermont since 1992

Ride the Glory Days Excursion Train along the Connecticut River

Model RR Show & Displays * Mini-Train Rides * Carnival Rides & Food * Photo Exhibit * Children's Entertainment * Main Stage Entertainment * Crafts & Vendors * Pancake Breakfast * Center for Cartoon Studies Gallery

Phone Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction at 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Visit www.glorydaysoftherailroad.org or contact Hartford Parks & Recreation at 802-295-5036 for more information on the Glory Days Festival.

BELLY DANCE WITH LEILA OF CAIRO AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-08-11T02:42:00.000-07:00

Is it time to have some fun?
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Belly Dance Saturday, September 4th, 7PM
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Featuring Leila of Cairo
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With professional dancers from all New England
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At Hotel Coolidge
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Fine dining locations within walking distance
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!
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Visit http://www.raq-on.net/ or phone 603-304-8676 for information or to purchase tickets for Leila of Cairo.

PRESIDENT CALVIN COOLIDGE MUSEUM & EDUCATIONAL CENTER

2010-07-30T03:28:00.000-07:00

You are invited!

Dedication and Grand Opening of the President Calvin Coolidge Museum & Education Center

Saturday, August 7th, 2010

Plymouth Notch, Vermont

Spend the night at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction and drive to Plymouth Notch for a day of Plymouth Old Home Day activities including the dedication ceremony at noon.

Wagon Rides * Chicken Barbeque * Sheep Shearing * Old-Time Fiddling * Traditional Vermont Craft * Children's Activities

Phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Visit www.historicvermont.org/coolidge to learn more about Plymouth Old Home Day & the grand opening dedication ceremony for the President Calvin Coolidge Museum and Educational Center.

TUPELO MUSIC HALL IN WHITE RIVER JUNCTION

2010-07-30T02:55:00.000-07:00

The Tupelo Music Hall is opening this fall in downtown White River Junction Vermont. The lineup of performances looks great!

Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams * Acoustic Alchemy * Roomful of Blues * Jon Pousette-Dart Band * Johnny A * Dar Williams * Jesse Colin Young * David Bromberg Quartet * Glengarry Bhoys * George Winston * The Subdudes

Performances from October 1st till December 12th

Stay at Hotel Coolidge - just two blocks from the new Tupelo Music Hall - and enjoy a night or two of outstanding performances!

Phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Visit www.tupelohall.com to find out more about Tupelo Music Hall performances.

P.S. Dine at Elixer Restaurant - one of White River Junctions finest eating establishments - right next door to the Tupelo Music Hall.

BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM ICE CREAM DAY

2010-07-14T22:21:00.000-07:00

Yummmmm....!

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day at Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock Vermont.

Sunday, July 18th, 10 a.m. till 5 p.m.

Join in hand-cranking and sampling delicious ice cream. Games and programs all day!

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont and take a scenic ride across the Quechee Gorge to Woodstock Vermont on Route 4.

Phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge. Ask about our Blog Discount when you phone!

Phone Billings Farm & Museum at 802-457-2355 to learn more about their programs and activities.

RUSTED ROOT AT DARTMOUTH COLLEGE

2010-07-14T02:08:00.000-07:00

* RUSTED ROOT *

energetic dance euphoria (cbs radio)

Live at Hopkins Center Spaulding Auditorium

Dartmouth College

Thursday ~ July 29th ~ 8 pm

Just 15 minutes from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont

Phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations

at Hotel Coolidge

Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make your reservations!

Visit http://www.hop.dartmouth.edu/ for more information about Dartmouth College Hopkins Center Performances and programs

NORTH COUNTRY COMMUNITY THEATER

2010-07-14T01:53:00.000-07:00

"The Mikado"
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A musical by Gilbert & Sullivan
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Presented by North Country Community Theater
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At the Lebanon Opera House in Lebanon New Hampshire
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Just a 15 minutes from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont
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July 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, & 24
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge and ask about our Blog Discount!
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Visit http://www.ncct.org/ to find more information on "The Mikado" and other North Country Community Theater performances.

VERMONT INSTITUTE OF NATURAL SCIENCE

2010-07-02T02:27:00.000-07:00

Do you love nature? Would you like to discover more about our natural environment, particularly in Vermont?
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The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) has a wonderful variety of programs and events this summer that will interest you!
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And VINS is a pleasant ride down the road from Hotel Coolidge where you can reserve rooms while visiting our area of Vermont.
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Dedicated to motivating individuals and communities to care for the environment through education, research, and avian wildlife rehabilitation, VINS has been welcoming visitors for many years.
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Programs include nature hikes, yoga workshops, wildlife photography, sustainable gardenscapes, intimate encounters with local birds, and much more.
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Visit http://www.vinsweb.org/ for more information about the Vermont Institute of Natural Science offerings and activities.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations. Remember to ask about our Blog Discount!

CENTER FOR CARTOON STUDIES CABOOSE EXHIBITION

2010-06-29T01:15:00.001-07:00

An exhibition of comics about White River Junction at the Center For Cartoon Studies

July 2nd, 5-8 PM

Artists, Music, Snacks, Free Comics, and You

Just down the block from Hotel Coolidge

Log onto http://www.caboosewrj.blogspot.com/ for more information about the Caboose Comics Exhibition

Phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations. Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you call!

The first Friday of every month features a variety of cultural activities in White River Junction.

31st QUECHEE BALLOON, CRAFT, AND MUSIC FESTIVAL

2010-06-16T03:29:00.000-07:00

Up, Up, And Away! Win a ride in a hot air ballon! Find wonderful craft products! Listen to great music! Eat fabulous food!
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June 18th, 19th, and 20th in Quechee Vermont.
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Make reservations at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont less than 5 miles away from the festival and take advantage of out Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!
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Visit www.quecheeballoonfestival.com to get more information on the ballon festival and enter to win a balloon ride.
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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. Don't forget to ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

SOL FOOD AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-06-11T03:11:00.000-07:00

Hotel Coolidge is hosting "Listen and Dance," a benefit concert and dance on Saturday, June 19th. 7:00 pm.

The concert features Red Heart the Ticker, a duo comprised of Robin Mac Arthur and Tyler Gibbons (recently performing on A Praiirie Home Companion).

The dance features Sol Food (formerly Gusano), a hard core groove blend of Latin, New Orleans, Funk, and R&B. This band will get you moving!

Tickets on sale at Hotel Coolidge or at the door will benefit the production of "Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie" (Nora Jacobson Senior Producer).

Visit http://www.thevermontmovie.com/ for more details on the concert, dance, and movie.

Phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you call to make your reservations!

CCS SUMMER WORKSHOPS 2010

2010-06-08T02:27:00.001-07:00

Are you sixteen years or older and interested in cartooning? There is no better time or place to make your dream come true than this summer at the Center for Cartoon Studies!

The Create Comics Workshop is open from July 12 thru 16.

The Cartoon Studies Workshop is open from August 2 thru 6.

For more information and to register, visit http://www.cartoonstudies.org.

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while attending these workshops.

Ask about our CCS Discount when you phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations!

BARBARA NEWTON & ANNE HARTMAN AT ZOLLIKOFER GALLERY

2010-05-19T22:17:00.001-07:00

An exhibit of recent works by Barbara Newton and Ann Hartman at Zollikofer Gallery, Hotel Coolidge, White River Junction Vermont.
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Artists reception Friday, June 11, 5:00 till 7:00 p.m.
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Exhibit from May 21st thru July 21st.
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Visit White River Junction Vermont and enjoy this exhibit at the Zollikofer Gallery at Hotel Coolidge. Explore the town and neighboring villages to find a variety of galleries and cultural activities.
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Ask about our Blog Discount when you phone 800-622-1124 to reserve guest rooms at Hotel coolidge.

WHITE RIVER INDIE FILMS 2010

2010-05-19T21:51:00.000-07:00

Reserve your guest rooms at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont and and spend the weekend enjoying award winning films, meeting filmmakers, participating in workshops, and attending parties.

The White River Indie Films Festival in White River Junction Vermont, June 4th thru 6th.

Log onto www.wrif.org for details.

Phone 800-622-1124 to reserve guest rooms at Hotel Coolidge.

Ask about our Blog Discount when you reserve your guest rooms!

GOLF THE UPPER VALLEY VERMONT

2010-05-19T03:14:00.000-07:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge and golf one of the many great links in the Upper Connecticut River Valley Vermont/New Hampshire. Ask about our Blog Discount when you phone 800-622-1124 to make you guest room reservations!

Here's a sample of golf courses to explore - all just a hop, skip, and jump away from Hotel Coolidge:

John P. Larkin Country Club - Windsor VT - 802-674-6491

Eastman Golf Links - Grantham NH - 603-863-4500

Fore-U - West Lebanon NH - http://www.foreugolf.com/

Hanover Country Club at Dartmouth College - Hanover NH - 603-646-2000

Claremont Country Club - Claremont NH - 603-542-9550

Lake Morey Golf Course - Fairlee VT - 802-333-4800

White River Golf - White River Junction VT - 802-767 -4653

The Quechee Club Lakeland & Highland Golf Courses - Quechee VT - 802-295-9356

Hotel Coolidge is situated in the historic rail-road town of White River Junction. Please explore our web site to discover a variety of recreation activities and dining locations in our area.

38th ANNUAL DARTMOUTH POW WOW

2010-05-10T03:22:00.001-07:00

If you missed it this year, stay tuned for the 39th Annual Pow Wow on the Dartmouth Commons in Hanover New Hampshire next summer.
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The Dartmouth Pow Wow serves as an opportunity for all who are interested, including members of the Darmouth and broader Upper Valley communities to observe, participate, and learn from Native American dances, music, and arts & crafts.
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Hotel Coolidge will extend a discount to anybody who wishes to reserve a guest room while taking part in the Annual Dartmouth Pow Wow. Phone 800-622-1124 and ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount any time of the year.
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For more information about the Annual Datmouth Pow Wow contact Dartmouth College Native American Program at 603-646-2110.

BLOSSOMS COME TO WHITE RIVER JUNCTION VERMONT

2010-05-05T01:23:00.000-07:00

Apple and lilacs blossoms have come to Vermont. The lilac pictured here grows in the Hotel Coolidge back yard and started bloooming on May 1st.

Vermont has a wonderful variety of wild and domestic flowers that blossom throughout the spring and summer.

Take your vacation in Vermont this summer. Browse earlier blogs posted here to discover the kinds of cultural events and outdoor activities that make the White River Junction area such a great place to visit.

Phone 800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations. And don't forget to ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

MUSICIANS EQUIPMENT SWAP & SALE AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-04-28T02:43:00.000-07:00

David Clark and the Hotel Coolidge will be hosting a musicians equipment swap and sale from Noon till 5:00 PM on Sunday ~ May 16th.
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If you want to buy, sell, or swap musical equipment, phone David Clark at 802-296-3194 or e-mail dave@yellowhousemedia.com to make arrangements.
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Phone 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations if you want to stay overnight at Hotel Coolidge. Ask about our Blog Discount!
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Please tell your musical associates or anybody else who may be interested in buying, selling, or swapping musical instruments and equipment.

BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM SPRING FESTIVAL

2010-04-28T02:09:00.000-07:00

The Billings Farm a& Museum 28th season opening will be celebrated with a spring farm festival Saturday and Sunday ~ May 1st & 2nd.

Sheep shearing ~ plowing matches ~ oxen and draft hourses ~ horse drawn wagon rides ~ programs & activities ~ lunch by the Teago Fire Deptartment.

Many other programs and activities throughout the Summer!

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont ~ a hop, skip, and jump away from Billing Farm on Route 4 ~ Stop in at Quechee Village & enjoy window shopping in Woodstock along the way.

Phone 802-457-2355 or visit www.billingsfarm.org for more information on the Billings Farm & Museum programs and activities.

To make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, phone 800-622-1124. Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you talk with our reservations desk staff.

HIGHER-SPEED RAIL IN THE UPPER VALLEY

2010-04-28T01:56:00.000-07:00

Attend a planning discussion at the Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich Vermont.

Stimulus funding for the Vermont Rail Service (NYC-WRJ-St. Albans).

Plans & challenges for rail in NH and VT.

Proposed Upper Valley Transit HUB.

Tuesday, May 4th ~ 6:45-8:30PM.

Stay at historic railroad era Hotel Coolidge right across from the AmTrak station in down-town White River Junction, Vermont. Ask about our Blog Discount when you make your reservations.

Planning Discussion co-sponsors:

League of Women Voters of the Upper Valley ~ www.uppervalleyleague.org

Montshire Museum of Science ~ www.montshire.org

Vital Communities ~ www.vitalcommunities.org

BALLOON FESTIVAL AT QUECHEE VERMONT

2010-04-21T00:37:00.000-07:00

Just a few miles down the road from Hotel Coolidge.

The Quechee Vermont Balloon festival.

June 18, 19 & 20.

More than 20 balloons. Book rides in advance!

Continuous bands playing music.

Childrens games and rides.

Volleyball tournament.

More than 60 craft artisans.

Food, food, food.

Visit http://www.queecheeballoonfestival.com/ for more information on festival activities.

Phone Hotel Coolidge toll free at 800-622-1124 to make guest room reservations.

Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-04-15T22:39:00.000-07:00

Join us at Hotel Coolidge for Mothers Day Brunch

Sunday, May 9th from 9:30 to 12:30

From Eggs Benedict to Chocolate Mousse

Phone 800-622-1124 to make your reservations.

If you want to spend the night in one of our guest rooms, ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

MUSIC AT THE MAIN STREET MUSEUM IN WHITE RIVER JUNCTION VERMONT

2010-04-15T03:19:00.000-07:00

Spend the weekend at Hotel Coolidge and check out the music at the Main Street Museum in White River Junction Vermont on Friday and Saturday night (April 16th & 17th).

Tik Tok with Jo Robin & the Ruby Screws Friday April 16th. Doors open at 7:00PM.

Fat Worm of Error & Friends Saturday April 17th. Friends include Excusamwa, Big Kids, Bone Zone, and the Terribles.

For Main Street Museum information, e-mail info@mainstreetmuseum.org.

To make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, phone 800-622-1124 or visit http://www.hotelcoolidge.com/. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make your reservation!

BOBCATS IN THE CONNECTICUT UPPER RIVER VALLEY

2010-04-13T00:17:00.000-07:00

A special Earth Day presentation of "Bobcats Moving Through Our Valley: Envisioning a Shared Landscape" on April 22nd at 7:00 P.M.

The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS), Linking Lands Alliance (LLA) and biologists from Vermont Fish & Wildlife are joining together to bring this important discussion to the public.

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while you are participating in the event. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog discount when you make your guest room reservations.

For information about LLA, this Bobcat presentation or other Wildlife Initiative presentations, please e-mail craig.layne@dartmouth.edu.

For information about VINS programs, please visit http://www.vinsweb.org/ or phone 802-359-5000.

To make guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, please phone 800-622-1124 or visit http://www.hotelcoolidge.com/.

FLOATING BRIDGE MUSIC CAMP

2010-04-12T23:49:00.000-07:00

Hotel Coolidge hosts the Floating Bridge Music Camp July 25th thru 30th, 2010!

With faculty members Kimberly Fraser, Owen Marshall, Nicole Rabata & Jeremiah McLane.

Classes, workshops, and jam sessions in the music of Cape Breton, the British Isles, Scandanavia, Quebec, and France.

Also: videos, staff concert (open to the public), float down the White River on inner tubes, and an evening camp concert and cookout in a hill farm meadow, complete with bonfire.

For information: jeremiah@sover.net or www.jeremiahmclane.com.

To register: info@hotelcoolidge.com or 800-622-1124.

NATIONAL TRAIN DAY IN WHITE RIVER JUNCTION VERMONT

2010-04-02T03:05:00.000-07:00

Celebrate the 3rd Annual National Train Day by riding the AmTrak between New York City and White River Junction, Vermont!

Whether your northbound or southbound, Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, Vermont is a perfect stayover.

When you phone 1-800-622-1124 to make your guest room reservations, ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Log onto www.NationalTrainDay.com to get more information on this coast-to-coast American celebration of trains!

CELEBRATE the 40th EARTH DAY at the WHITE RIVER in VERMONT

2010-04-01T00:53:00.000-07:00

Looking for a Spring get-away? Travel less than ten mile from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction and spend a day or two exploring the 186 acre White River Ledges Natural Area.

This is a great way to celebrate the 40th Annual Earth Day starting on April 22nd. Arrive on Thursday and spend the weekend.

Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make guest room reservations! Phone 800-622-1124 or 802-295-3118 and talk with our helpful reservations desk staff.

For more information about Vermont Nature Preserves and other wonderful outdoor sites, log onto www.nature.org/vermont.

JAMES STURM AT THE CENTER FOR CARTOON STUDIES

2010-03-29T21:27:00.000-07:00

JAMES STURM'S MARKET DAY

Book launch & exhibition opening

Friday, April 2, 5-8pm

Gallery talk and book signing, 6pm

94 South Main Street, White River Junction, Vermont

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while attending this event at the Center for Cartoon Studies. You will find the accommodations comfortable and only one block away from the book launch and exhibition.

Phone 802-295-3118 to make your guest room reservations. Remember to ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

For more information of the James Sturm exhibition and other events & activities at the Center for Cartoon Studies, log onto http://www.cartoonstudies.org/.

EASTER SUNDAY BUFFET AT HOTEL COOLIDGE

2010-03-29T03:00:00.000-07:00

Enjoy a sumptuous Easter Sunday Buffet at Hotel Coolidge on April 4th. Make reservations for seating starting at 11:30 and continuing till 2:30. Consider staying the night at the hotel at our special holiday rate.

The buffet features lamb, ham, rib, salmon, and mussels with a variety of side dishes and trimmings including pies and cakes.

Senior citizens and children are welcomed with reduced rates.

Phone 802-295-3118 to get details and make your reservations.

Remember to ask about discounts!

BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM

2010-03-24T03:12:00.001-07:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont and visit the Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock Vermont.

Celebrate Springtime at the Billings Farm on Saturday, April 3, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Featuring family-centered programs with the farm's lambs, chicks, and calves, plus heirloom garden activities, and wagon rides.

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Visitors can plant seeds to take home or may take heirloom vegetable seeds to plant in their own gardens. Heirloom Gardening Today – a colorful presentation and discussion of the importance of old vegetable varieties – will be held several times during the day.

For more information on the Billings Farm & Museum phone 802-457-2355 or log onto http://www.billingsfarm.org/.

To make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, phone 802-295-3118 or log onto http://www.hotelcoolidge.com/.

Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

MAPLE SUGARING AT SUGARBUSH FARM

2010-03-11T23:26:00.000-08:00

Just a hop, skip, and jump from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, sugaring season has arrived at Sugarbush Farm in Woodstock.

Visit Windsor County Vermont and enjoy a stay at Hotel Coolidge while you visit the sugaring farms of this region. A good place to start is Sugarbush Farm. Their sampling room for cheese and syrup, retial store, maple nature walk in the woods, and of course the sugar house are open from 9 to 5 every day.

Call ahead to Sugarbush farm (800-281-1757) or log onto www.sugarbushfarm.com to get more information about the sugaring season.

Make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge by phoning 802-295-3118 or loggin onto http://www.hotelcoolidge.com/.

Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

PUNCHBUGGY TOUR AT CENTER FOR CARTOON STUDIES

2010-03-10T23:11:00.000-08:00

Punchbuggy Tour at Center for Cartoon Studies

Friday March 19, 7:00 p.m.

Join Liz Baillie, MK Reed and Ken Dahl for an evening of comics reading, music, and carryings-on!

CCS will welcome these traveling cartoonists with a reception, followed by a book signing.

Relax for the night at Hotel Coolidge knowing you can attend this reception at the Center for Cartoon Studies just one block away from the hotel.

Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you phone to make your guest room reservations (802-295-3118). Also log onto www.hotelcoolidge.com for Hotel Coolidge information.

Log onto http://www.cartoonstudies.org/ to get information on the Punchbuggy Tour and other Center for Cartoon Studies events.

KOTTKE & DOUGLAS AT LEBANON OPERA HOUSE

2010-03-10T02:26:00.000-08:00

Leo Kottke & Jerry Douglas

Lebanon Opera House

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Friday, April 16th, 2010 - 8:00 pm

Stay at Hotel Coolidge and take a short ride over to the Lebanon Opera House to catch this exciting performance by two legendary guitarists. Leo Kottke performs on 6 & 12 string guitars and Jerry Douglas performs on resophonic (Dobro) guitar.

Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations (802-295-3118). Also log onto www.hotelcoolidge.com for Hotel Coolidge information.

Log onto http://www.lebanonoperahouse.org/ for ticket information for the Kottke & Douglas and other Lebanon Opera House performances.

REVOLUTION & HOTEL COOLIDGE OSCAR PARTY

2010-03-04T22:32:00.000-08:00

Upper Valley Glitterati Take Note - 2nd Annual OSCAR Party @ Revolution this Sunday!! March 7, 2010 at 7 pm.

When making guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, ask about the Oscar Party Discount.

Log onto www.shoptherev.com for Oscar Party information.

Phone Hotel Coolidge at 802-295-3118 for guest room reservations.

Black Tie, Red Carpet, Velvet Rope, Paparazzi & Limousines.

Photograph Raptors at Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS)

2010-02-25T21:29:00.000-08:00

Join the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) and local photojournalist Rob Strong for an exclusive portrait session with some of Vermont’s most stunning models – the hawks, owls and other birds at the VINS Nature Center.

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while you are enjoying this rare opportunity.

This special session with Rob Strong and the VINS raptors will be held on Sunday, March 14 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is $25 per person. VINS members will be offered a special discounted rate of $22 per person. Registration is requested by March 7 by calling 802-359-5000 x223. For more information, please visit www.vinsweb.org.

For guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, phone 802-295-3118 or reserve a room via our web site. Also log onto www.hotelcoolidge.com for Hotel Coolidge information. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make your reservations!

MASTERPIECE COMICS EXHIBIT at the CENTER FOR CARTOON STUDIES

2010-02-24T23:27:00.000-08:00

The Center for Cartoon Studies will be holding a reception on March 5th for R. Sikoryak celebrating the opening of the Masterpiece Comics exhibition which runs from March 5th to March 27th.

Stay at Hotel Coolidge, only a block away from the Center for Cartoon Studies, and meet and talk with author R. Sikoryak.

Ask about our Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations at Hotel Cooldige. Phone 800-622-1124 or 802-295-3118 to make your reservations.

For Center for Cartoon Studies information, phone 802-295-3319 or log onto www.cartoonstudies.org.

BREAD & PUPPET THEATER at the MAIN STREET MUSEUM

2010-02-24T23:13:00.000-08:00

Have you ever seen the Bread & Puppet Theater? They will be performing cabaret style at the Main Street Musem in Downtown White River Junction on Saturday, February 27th.

Stay at Hotel Coolidge and enjoy this wonderful performance only a few blocks away.

Ask about our Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations.

For Main Street Museum information, phone 802-356-2776.

For Hotel Coolidge reservations, Phone 802-295-3118 or 800-622-1124.

FAMILY DAY AT HOOD MUSEUM: March 7th

2010-02-23T23:03:00.000-08:00

Discover Modern Art! For children ages 6-12 and their adult companions. Spend the afternoon exploring modern art from all over the world. Written guides will help you look and learn in the galleries. Then, in the studio, experiment with paint and mixed materials to make modern art of your own. No pre-registration is required.

Hood Museum on the Dartmouth College campus is just fifteen minutes from Hotel Coolidge. Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount and explore the Dartmouth campus with your children for the weekend.

Phone 802-295-3118 for guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge.

Log onto http://www.hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu/ to check the Hood Museum calendar of events and exhibits.

JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO March 9th at 7:30 PM

2010-02-23T01:52:00.000-08:00

Playing at the Lebanon Opera House just a hop, skip, and jump away from Hotel Coolidge, this show will make a wonderful New England mid-week getaway.

Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations!

The Combo: Doug Lancio (Guitar), Kenneth Blevins (Drums) and Patrick O’Hearn (Bass).

John Hiatt’s career has spanned more than 30 years and his songs have been covered by everyone from Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton and BB King to Iggy Pop, Three Dog Night and The Neville Brothers.

Phone 802-295-3118 for Hotel Coolidge guest room reservations.

Log onto www.lebanonoperahouse.org for Lebanon Opera House ticket information.

Beyond the Bog Road

2010-02-17T02:09:00.000-08:00

EILEEN IVERS, FIDDLE
BEYOND THE BOG ROAD
Wednesday, February 24 • 7 pm

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while enjoying one of the great performances at Dartmouth College's Hopkins Center. For guest room reservations at the hotel, phone 802-295-3118 or make your reservation via this web site.

Log onto www.hop.dartmouth.edu to get information on Hopkins Center performances.

The world's preeminent Celtic fiddler, Eileen Ivers—of Riverdance and Cherish the Ladies fame—stars in the new high-voltage show Beyond the Bog Road. Featuring her band Immigrant Soul, as well as step dancers, cloggers and vocalists, this Celtic jam session celebrates Irish music, from its roots to its fusion with American folk and bluegrass. Against a video backdrop of Ireland and its people, the concert creates musical fireworks ignited by Ivers' blazing fiddle playing.

Vermont Maple Open House Weekend 2010

2010-02-16T02:15:00.000-08:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, Vermont while visiting the sugar shacks of Windsor County, Vermont the weekend of March 26-28, 2010.
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The Ninth Annual Vermont Maple Open House Weekend will be held at sugarhouses throughout Vermont, March 26-28, 2010. The Open House Weekend is the public celebration of the maple syrup season in Vermont and an opportunity for the public to visit one or more "sugarhouses" throughout the state. Log onto http://www.vermontmaple.org/ for information.

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Phone Hotel Coolidge at 802-295-3118 to make your guest room reservations. Ask us about our Blog Discount!

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Contact the following Windsor County Maple Sugar makers to find out about visiting hours and activities.

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Edmunds Maple Hill Farm - Barnard, VT 05031 -

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Elm Grove Farm - Woodstock, VT 05091

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Kedron Sugar Makers / Kendall Homestead - So Woodstock, VT 05071 -

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Lockerby's Sugarhouse - Chester, VT 05143 -

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Mitchs Maples - Chester, VT 05143 -

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Mom & Pop's Best Maple Syrup - Rochester, VT 05747 -

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Sugarbush Farm - Woodstock, VT 05091 -

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Wood's Cidermill & Sugarhouse - Springfield, VT 05156 -

AFRICA MEETS ASIA -- February 19th

2010-02-10T01:28:00.000-08:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while visiting Dartmouth College's Hopkins Center for the World Music Percussion Ensemble with Hafiz Shabazz (Director) and guest artist Min Xiao-Fen. This music weaves African polyrhythms into popular and traditional Chinese and Asian melodies.

For more information on this and other Hopkins Center performances, phone 603-646-2422 or log onto http://www.hop.dartmouth.edu/.

To make your guest room reservations at Hotel Coolidge, phone 802-295-3118 or tab to the reservations page on the Hotel Cooldge web site. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Norwich University Todd Lecture Series

2010-02-10T01:13:00.000-08:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge while visiting Norwich University for one or more of the Todd Lecture Series on Feb 10, 11, 18 & 25. Additional lectures will be presented March 31 & April 6. Lectures are in the fields of Business & Humanities, Engineering, Social Sciences, Math/Science, Architecture, and National Services. Visit the Norwich University Sullivan Museum and History Center while attending lectures.

For details on the Todd Lecture Series and Norwich University, log onto http://www.norwich.edu/ or phone 802-485-2183.

To reserve guest rooms at Hotel Coolidge, phone 802-295-3118 or make your reservation via this web site. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Train Time to NYC from WRJ Cut by One Hour

2010-01-28T23:50:00.000-08:00

Vermont's annual rail budget more than doubled Wednesday with the announcement that Vermont had won two high-speed rail grants totaling more than $50 million. This means travel time from NYC to Vermont will be cut significantly!

Visit Vermont from NYC by AmTrak. Stay at the Hotel Coolidge right across the street from the railroad station in White River Junction Vermont.

Phone 802-295-3118 to make your guest room reservation. Information also avaialble through this web site.

Dartmouth College Graduation 2010

2010-01-28T23:42:00.001-08:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont while attending the Dartmouth College 2010 Graduation.

Only five miles drive!

Please check as soon as possible for availability. We occasionally have cancellations but accomodations become scarce as the time of this celebration draws near.

Phone 802-295-3118 for availability and rates or inquire via this web site.

Amanda Dowd De Roy Art Exhibit at Hotel Coolidge !!!

2010-01-27T22:45:00.000-08:00

Start your north country weekend at Hotel Coolidge by joining the Opening Reception of Amanda Dowd De Roy's art exhibit at the hotel's Zollikoffer Gallery Friday, March 5th from 5-7:00 pm. Amanda's stunning, vibrant collection of pastels and watercolors will be on display through mid-March, but this opening will be a great chance to meet Amanda and mingle with other artists and fans in a comfortable setting.

Ask about our Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations! Phone 802-295-3118 or use our on-line services to make your reservations.

Visit the Enfield Shaker Museum!

2010-01-27T02:48:00.001-08:00

Take a scenic ride from Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, Vermont to the Shaker Museum in Enfield, New Hampshire.

At the Shaker Museum you can:

* Tour the Great Stone Dwelling, the largest Shaker dwelling house ever constructed and home to the Museum.
* Discover a world of faith and harmony through the Museum's collection of Shaker furniture, tools, clothing, photographs and agricultural implements.
* Explore the Museum's herb and flower gardens, fields and hills.
* Enjoy exhibits, special programs, concerts, guided tours and craft demonstrations.
* Hike to the Shaker Feast Ground for a spectacular vista of the Shaker Village nestled along Mascoma Lake.
* Shop at the Museum Store, filled with Shaker-inspired reproductions, books, local crafts and farm products, as well as products from the Museum's renowned herb garden.

For Shaker Museum information phone 603-632-4346 or log onto http://www.shakermuseum.org/.

To reserve a room at Hotel Coolidge, phone 802-295-3118 or make your reservation via our web site. Ask about our Blog Discount!

MUSIC BENEFIT !!!

2010-01-21T22:48:00.000-08:00

Hotel Coolidge is pleased to host the Legendary Strafford Blues Band Saturday, January 30th.

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All proceeds from this event will be donated to "Doctors' Without Borders" Hatian peoples relief.

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For Hotel Coolidge guest room reservations, Phone 802-295-3118 or send us reservation requests via our web site. Ask about our Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount!

Birds of a Feather Flock Together at VINS

2010-01-21T02:39:00.000-08:00

This February, the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is setting the stage for romance with brand new social events for singles and couples looking for a change from the usual "diner and a movie." Join VINS on February 5th from 7-8:30 pm for a singles mixer. On February 13 th from 7-8:30 pm, couples are invited too join VINS for a night out at the nature center. Phone VINS at 802-359-5000 ext. 223 or log onto www.vinsweb.org for details.

Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you make your guest room reservations while visiting the Upper Connecticut River Valley for these VINS socials. Phone Hotel Coolidge at 802-295-3118 or send your reservation inquiries via this Hotel Coolidge web site.

2010-01-20T01:12:00.000-08:00

Thinking about taking a trip to Central Vermont? Enjoy a stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction. Stay for the weekend or longer and find local music every night!

Log onto Yellowhousemedia.com and check the calendar of local music. There's an amazing variety of wonderful musicians and songwriters here in the Upper Connecticut River Valley. Yellowhousemedia is the perfect place to find them.

Also, ask about the Hotel Coolidge blog discount when you make your guest room reservations! Phone: 802-295-3118

Performing Arts in the Upper Valley

2010-01-18T01:53:00.000-08:00

Enjoy performing arts in the Upper Valley while staying at the Hotel Coolidge! Ask about our Blog discount when making your guest room reservation.

Here are a variety of performing arts centers in the Upper Connecticut River Valley where you can enjoy live theater while visiting our cozy corner of New England:

Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College www.hop.dartmouth.edu

Pentangle Arts in Woodstock, VT www.pentanglearts.org

Lebanon Opera House in Lebanon, NH www.lebanonoperahouse.org

Claremont Opera House in Claremont, NH www.claremonoperahouse.com

Norther Stage at the Brigg's Opera House www.northernstage.org

Shaker Bridge Theater in Enfield, NH www.shakerbridgetheatre.org

Northeast Shakespeare Ensemble www.nesetheatre.org

Opera North of NH www.operanorth.org

North Country Community Theater www.ncct.org

Parish Players of Thetford, VT www.parishplayers.org

For Hotel Coolidge reservations: Phone 802-295-3118 or log onto http://www.hotelcoolidge.com/

2010-01-14T00:11:00.000-08:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction, Vermont while you are visiting the Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock, Vermont.

Enjoy a horse drawn sleigh ride while you are here!

Jan. 16 - 18: Sleigh Ride Weekend Horse-drawn sleigh rides, jack jumper sledding, visits the farm and farmhouse.

Explore one of the finest operating dairy farms in America and a museum of Vermont's rural past – your gateway to Vermont's rural heritage. Billings Farm features many aspects of farm work, including care of the Jersey cows and other livestock, milking of the herd, crop rotation, and feed production.

Ask about the Hotel Coolidge Blog Discount when you phone to make your reservation!

For Billings Farm & Museum information, Phone: 802-457-2355 or log onto www.billingsfarm.org.
For Hotel Coolidge guest room reservations, Phone 802-295-3118 or log onto www.hotelcoolidge.com.

2010-01-04T01:54:00.000-08:00

Enjoy a film Friday night at the Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College and spend the night at Hotel Coolidge! Then browse downtown White River Junction Saturday morning.

A TRIBUTE TO FREDERICK WISEMAN
with his acclaimed new film
LA DANSE: THE PARIS OPERA BALLET
Friday, January 15 • 7 pm Spaulding Auditorium $10 • Dartmouth IDs $5

Please join us in honoring “the most prominent invisible man of American documentary film” (NY Times). The evening includes a brief career compilation, an advance screening of LA DANSE: The Paris Opera Ballet, presentation of the Dartmouth Film Award and a discussion with Mr. Wiseman.

LA DANSE
"One of the finest dance films ever made. Sumptuous in its length and graceful in its rhythm, it transfixes you" A.O. Scott, The New York Times

Phone Hotel Coolidge at 802-295-3118 to make reservations. Ask about our Blog Discount!

Phone the Hopkins Center Box Office at 603-646-2422 from 10 am-6 pm Monday-Friday and Saturday 1-6 pm to order tickets using your Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.

2010-01-04T01:45:00.000-08:00

Catch a movie at the Hopkins Center and stay the night at Hotel Coolidge -- a spontaneous getaway!

Monday, January 4 @ 7:00 PM
The Wizard of Oz
D: Victor Fleming, USA, 1939, 101 minutes

There's no place like home for young Dorothy (Judy Garland), who's been swept away from her farm in Kansas to a magnificent wonderland of munchkins, flying monkeys and magical ruby slippers. To return, she must find the Wizard of Oz, if the Wicked Witch of the West doesn't get her first! Join the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion and more for a big-screen journey down the Yellow Brick Road in this beloved musical classic.

Phone Hotel Coolidge at 802-295-3118 and ask about our blog discount!

Phone Hop Box Office at 603-646-2422 for ticket information.

Phone Hop Film office at 603-646-2576 for program information.

2009-12-30T02:51:00.000-08:00

Stay a night or two at Hotel Coolidge and enjoy "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" performed by Northern Stage at the Briggs Opera House (down the block from Hotel Coolidge) in historic White River Junction Vermont.

Rooms at Hotel Coolidge discounted to $69.00 plus tax with your purchase of tickets to "Spelling Bee"!

A Hilarious Broadway Musical! Fun For Family Too!

December 9th 2009 thru January 10th 2010.

Phone Northern Stage at 802-296-7000 or log into http://www.northernstage.org/ for ticket information.
Phone Hotel Coolidge at 802-295-3118 or log onto http://www.hotelcoolidge.com/ to reserve rooms.

Christmas Revels at Dartmouth College

2009-12-11T07:04:00.000-08:00

Stay at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction Vermont while you are attending a Scottish Celebration of the Winter Solstice at Dartmouth College!

Don your tartans and travel back in time to celebrate this year's winter solstice. Internationally known fiddlers and pipers, and community dancers and musicians, welcome the return of longer days with 18th- and 19th-century ballads and reels, highland dancing, fascinating folktales, slapstick drama and the famed songs of Scotland's favorite son, Robert Burns. Join the fun-for-all-ages Scottish holiday celebration with The Christmas Revels—an Upper Valley tradition!

Maureen Burford, artistic director
Laura Risk & Lissa Schneckenburger, fiddle

Natalie Haas, cello

Gordon, Lezlie & Campbell Webster, highland bagpipes

Thursday & Friday, December 17 & 18 • 7 pm

Saturday, December 19 • 2 pm & 7 pm

Sunday, December 20 • 1 pm & 5 pm

Spaulding Auditorium • $23

Dartmouth students $10

Dartmouth employees $17

Children 18 & under $10 (Children's tickets only $5 for the Thursday show!)

Call the Hop Box Office for tickets and information at 603-646-2422

Call Hotel Coolidge to discuss overnight accomodations at 802-295-3118

Polar Express and Santa at Hotel Coolidge

2009-12-10T09:02:00.000-08:00

Stay this weekend at the Hotel Coolidge in Downtown White River Junction and hop-on-board for one of the two-hour Polar Express train rides departing from the railroad station on Saturday, December 12th and Sunday, December 13th. The Polar Express train rides, based on the Christmas book by Chris Van Allsburg, bring this classic children's story to life with a real train ride and a visit with Santa.

Also, Hotel Coolidge is happy to be a part of the Polar Express weekend by hosting picture-taking with Santa in front of the Christmas tree in the Hotel Coolidge Lobby! This is a traditional visit with Santa that many families have enjoyed over the years at Hotel Coolidge. Pictures with Santa are taken by All Around Towne, photographers who can be contacted at 603-676-8653 or at allaroundtowne@myfairpoint.net. Basic photos are $5.00. Inquire about photo packages.

About Polar Express train ride tickets:
Location: 100 Railroad Row,WRJ,VT

Cost: $20 adult, $15 under 12

Phone: 802-295-7900 and Web site: http://www.hartfordvtchamber.com/

Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2009.

Ride times each day:10 & 11AM; 12 Noon; and 3, 4, 5, & 6 PM.

Children who will sit on your lap for the 20-25 minute train ride are free.

Please plan on 2 hours for the whole excursion including boarding, riding, stopping at the North Pole for each child to see Santa, hear the story read, have yummy homemade cookies, get a present and then returning to the station.

Purchase tickets at our website to enjoy the Polar Express!

NOTE: tickets available for pick-up Nov 27th-Dec 11th 10am-4pm MON-SAT.

Ravi Shankar is Coming to Town

2009-08-28T10:03:00.000-07:00

On October 20th, just in time for the tail end of foliage season here at the Coolidge, the world's most famous sitarist, Ravi Shankar, will be performing with his daughter Anoushka at Dartmouth's Hopkins Center For the Arts. Find out more about their must-see performance here: http://hop.dartmouth.edu/2009-10/091020-shankar.html and be sure to check out the full season schedule http://hop.dartmouth.edu/2009-10/index.html for other exciting performances including, dance, theater, and music from the Dartmouth community and from all around the world in the coming months.

Family Fun at the Morrill Homestead!

2009-08-28T09:42:00.000-07:00

Justin Morrill may be most known for the Land Grant Act that established State Universities all across America, but before his political career, he built a positively gorgeous Gothic Revival cottage just a ten minute drive from our front door. You can find out more about them at their website. http://www.morrillhomestead.org/.

Foliage season is already a great time to stay at the Coolidge with your family, but with a Wild Mushroom Hunt on September 20th, and the Apple and Harvest Festival on October 18th, the family fun available at the Morrill Homestead is another good reason to stay at the Coolidge this fall!

The 18th Annual Covered Bridges Half Marathon - Sunday, June 7, 2009

2009-03-21T12:29:00.001-07:00

The prettiest 13 mile run ever beginning in Woodstock and ending in Quechee, Vermont.

We have affordable lodging for this weekend! If you have an entourage or a group of runners contact Innkeeper Dave Briggs for a group rate. We can also accommodate a private party, a team meal to "carb up" at complete with pasta and beer.

Vermont Law School Graduation

2009-03-21T11:55:00.000-07:00

Vermont Law School will hold it's 35th Commencement ceremonies on the weekend of May 15-17, 2009
The Commencement speaker will be Frances Beinecke, Natural Resources Defense Council President.
The actual Commencement will begin at 10:30 a.m. in South Royalton village — the procession steps off from front lawn of Debevoise Hall and moves to tent on the South Royalton village green.

The Hotel Coolidge salutes Vermont law and it's graduates. Since it's founding in 1973 VLS has become well noted and regarded for its emphasis on the environment and environmental law.

We are situated within a convenient and picturesque drive just down the White River from South Royalton. Our rooms cater to families with our senior and junior suites. Families and friends attending are also encouraged to consider us as a place to celebrate in the form of a private party or reception. Contact: David Briggs, Innkeeper for arrangements.

Summer Fun Family Outing

2009-03-08T19:39:00.000-07:00

The Hotel Coolidge Presents

Summer Fun Family Outing

For Family Minded Groups of 15 or More

A Family of 3 - $505.00

Each Added Child - $80.00

(not recommended for children under 5 )

a 2 Nights Lodging (arriving on Friday and departing on Sunday)

a Full Hot Breakfast (Saturday)

a Extended Continental Breakfast (Sunday)

a Montshire Museum of Science Admission (Saturday morning)

a Railroad Ride w/ Green Mtn Railroad (Saturday lunch time)

a Lunch on Board the Train (Saturday)

a Innertubing Expedition on the White River (Saturday afternoon)

a Cookout and Bonfire in a Mountain Meadow (Saturday evening) (BYO firecrackers)

Good only in the Month of July 2009

This special package will be facilitated by the Hotel Staff.

Please call to discuss 802-295-3110 ext 173

Personal cars will be required to move from one event to the next but the Hotel will provide shuttles for the drivers as needed.

All taxes and gratuities included.

Friday night dinner is not included.

We will price alternatives to this package on a case-by-case basis

Dartmouth Graduation 2009 Availability

2009-03-05T18:49:00.000-08:00

Commencement exercises will take place on the Dartmouth Green on Sunday, June 14, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. All family and friends are welcome to attend; no tickets are required. http://www.dartmouth.edu/~commence/

As of today the Hotel Coolidge has some openings for guest rooms for Dartmouth Graduation. These openings come and go but we end up booked solid so call us asap if you are in need of lodging for this big weekend.

Also, if your family and friends are looking for a place to celebrate the event contact us for a private party. The Vermont Room and our classic Junction Room provide wonderful settings to enjoy a reception, a meal complete with drinks and first rate, friendly service. Groups from 20 - 200.

Contact: Innkeeper David Briggs - davidbriggs@hotelcoolidge.com or call 802-295-3110 ext 173 to plan a gathering.

Dartmouth Names 17th President: Dr. Jim Yong Kim

2009-03-05T18:21:00.000-08:00

Dartmouth College was founded in 1769 and yet it has had only 16 presidents! Compare that to 44 now for the US which began with George Washington in 1789 some 20 years later.

Dr Kim was born in Seoul South Korea but raised in Muscatine, Iowa and educated at Harvard. He is the first Asian-born person to lead an Ivy League school. He also plans to teach at the College which includes the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center a major health care resource for all of New Hampshire and Vermont.

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Kim to excellent theater by Northern Stage in the Briggs Opera House, art openings in the Zollikofer Gallery and for browsing the studios, shops and eateries in the Village of White River Junction.

Ski Season Now in High Gear - Best Skiing is in March

2009-02-27T06:34:00.000-08:00

Ski families can make great use of the Hotel Coolidge. This past week I spoke with a Dad who was choosing the Hotel Coolidge as a sleep over enroute with his family from Boston to Stowe on Friday night. For them it makes an early rise on Saturday morning that much easier and... the rates here are lower than ...Stowe!

Hartford and Boston area families are finding that the economy and the comforts of the Hotel Coolidge are a good fit when skiing at either Okemo or Mt Sunapee. Some families staying with us ski one day at each!