Shrewsbury Meeting House Concert Series

11/01/2024

Who doesn't love a playground? The Mountain School needs your donations to completely renovate the 30 yr old playground for the kids. Come dance and celebrate together. Your requests for tunes to be played by DJ Brett Myhre are welcomed and requested.
Please join us at 7 pm...all ages.

Saturday, Nov. 9 at 7 pm
DJ Brett Myhre plays YOUR most requested tunes at the Shrewsbury Meeting House so we can Dance!!
Partly a fundraiser for the Mountain School playground, partly a chance to unwind post election....
Post the 1 or 2 tunes that will absolutely get You Out On The Dance Floor...have your kids weigh in on this also. Let us know.
DJ Brett will curate the playlist for dancing. The first hour will definitely include kid/teen requests.
All ages Welcomed.
Free Will Donation at the door. Give generously...the SMS playground really needs a makeover!
Brett is Donating his time, but plan on feeding his Tip Jar Please!
Pierce's Store will have the amazing 802 Ice Cream Bars for sale.
Email, call/ text Vicky at [email protected] or
802 558 2708 with questions or to send along your
Fave Dance Tune!

10/29/2024

SO thankful to all of you who came out to our Hurricane Relief concert on Sunday. Such a great spirit in the room, with a wonderful audience. We enjoyed playing for you and are grateful to have raised $1200 + for theleaf.org and bountyandsoul.org who are working in W. N. C. to support people who have lost so much. Thank you to my bandmates (Paul, Mark, Steve and Licia) in the Saltash Serenaders, and to Silas Hamilton and Friends (Silas, Mark, Mark and Mowgli) and Spintuition (Silas, W***y, and Sam) for bringing your best to our ears!
If you could not attend, but would still like to donate, please click on a link below and give generously.
https://theleaf.org/
https://bountyandsoul.org/
Some photos from our different sets, and the finale.....nobody plays Ashokan Farewell more sweetly than Jonas Hamilton!

10/26/2024

Spintuition, (Silas, W***y and Sam) once again landing in Shrewsbury, as part of Sunday's 4 pm Hurricane Relief concert ... we are so fortunate to be able to hear them again!
Presenting a compelling mixture of spicy tunes and glorious old songs in the styles of trad-Irish, French-Canadian, and Old Time, Spintuition has cultivated a vibrant and vital sound that will leave you hungry for more.

Give what you can and spread the word!

10/25/2024

Tom Mitchell will be with us in spirit as the Saltash Serenaders reunite for the Hurricane Relief concert here in Shrewsbury, this Sunday, October 27 at 4 pm. Give what you can and spread the word.
Here we are circa 1990, so young.....
From L to R: Steve, Paul, Mark, Tom, Licia, Vicky
We are joined by the the most amazing other musicians in Spintuition and Silas and Friends, too many names to mention....but photos to follow!

10/17/2024

Hello Supporters of Live Music! Please share this widely!
Our summer concert series may be in the rear view mirror, but we have more in store right here in Shrewsbury. Please mark your calendar for Sunday, Oct 27 at 4 pm at the Shrewsbury Meeting House and come out and support those who need it.
Our dear friend and fellow musician, Silas Hamilton, (who has graced our Shrewsbury stage many times) had a week's worth of gigs in N.C. cancelled due to Hurricane Helene's effect on the Asheville, NC area.
So what does a musician do when their livelihood is interrupted? They think of others.
Silas remembered that our dear friend Tom Mitchell, former Shrewsbury resident and fellow Serenaders bandmate, would ALWAYS prompt the rest of us to perform for a fundraiser concert for those who are going through major life interruptions and devastation of homeland. Whether it was in Haiti, or El Salvador or in the U.S., Tom would rally the musical troops and we'd do a concert.
Now is no different. So, in the spirit of Tom Mitchell, here we go! And we do hope you'll support the effort with your positive presence, your dollars, and your own spirit of taking care of those who have less than you.
Please join us. Free will donation.
All monies go to support theleaf.org and bounty and soul.org, organizations at work to provide relief in the western North Carolina region.

09/27/2024

09/13/2024

Saturday, Nov. 9 at 7 pm
DJ Brett Myhre plays YOUR most requested tunes at the Shrewsbury Meeting House so we can Dance!!
Partly a fundraiser for the Mountain School playground, partly a chance to unwind post election....
Post the 1 or 2 tunes that will absolutely get You Out On The Dance Floor...have your kids weigh in on this also. Let us know.
DJ Brett will curate the playlist for dancing. The first hour will definitely include kid/teen requests.
All ages Welcomed.
Free Will Donation at the door. Give generously...the SMS playground really needs a makeover!
Brett is Donating his time, but plan on feeding his Tip Jar Please!
Pierce's Store will have the amazing 802 Ice Cream Bars for sale.
Email, call/ text Vicky at [email protected] or
802 558 2708 with questions or to send along your
Fave Dance Tune!

09/13/2024

Shrewsbury's own Silas Hamilton and Friends, in concert tomorrow ....NOT in Shrewsbury....
Friday, Sept 13 at the Adams Family Farm, 15 Higley Hill Road in Wilmington, VT.
hosting a live music event and bonfire from 5:30pm - 10:00pm.
Music starts at 5:30 with the Samuel Foucher band., Silas and Friends to follow. For details on admission, food, etc....Read ON!

The Farm Concert Series continues every other Friday until mid-October! All Ages are Welcome, bring your family, friends, and loved ones! Sliding Scale Admission is $15 - $30 per adult, $5 - $15 per child payable at the gate.
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An opportunity to enjoy an evening on the farm featuring Brattleboro’s awarding winning food truck; Biker Bob’s Burgers & Dogs and Wilmington’s Own RVQ Smokehouse. The Wilmington Inn’s Club Car Mobile Bar will be serving Beer, Wine & Specialty Cocktails. Adams Farm will have products produced on the farm, and even a chance to interact with the mini donkeys! Experience a night of good music illuminated by one of Vermont’s Largest bonfires.

The night will open with The Samuel Foucher Band performing a mix of Irish and New England contradance tunes, lonesome ballads and harmonic rounds. The evening will conclude with Silas and Friends Band; an acoustic quartet with some fantastic Vermont talent. This all-star lineup features Silas Hamilton on fiddle, mandolin & guitar, Mark Burds on guitar and mandolin, Evan Barker on upright and electric bass and Marc Edwards on guitar playing original music from the 2023 album “All The Ways” along with a variety of bluegrass and groovy jams you can expect to hear John Hartford, Bill Withers, J.J. Cale and everything in between.

The 2024 Adams Farm Concert Series is a fundraising event to help benefit the survival of the Adams Family Farm. The Adams’ aim to preserve and continue practicing their cultural heritage and traditions as Vermont Farmers. Hosting events is one way for the family farm to remain in agriculture. The Farm Concert Series is a stepping stone for the family and farm to sustain for the next generation.

Future Friday Night Concerts are scheduled for September 27 and October 11 from 5:30 pm to 10 pm. A special Season Finale Hoe-Down is set for Saturday, October 19 from 2 pm until 8 pm. The Adams’ are currently putting the finale concert schedule in full gear which will feature and Antique Car & Tractor Show, multiple live bands, dancing, food trucks, prizes and more. This event is sure to show off the multitude and diversity of classic autos, trucks and tractors from variety of owners throughout the Deerfield Valley and beyond. If you are interested in registering your vehicle for this event, sponsorship opportunities or to volunteer a few hours in exchange for entry to this fun filled day please reach out to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or call 802-380-3573 for more information. To stay up to date on more details; follow the farm on Facebook and Instagram
�Pack up the camp chairs, lawn blankets, and head out to the farm at 15 Higley Hill Road, Wilmington, VT

08/01/2024

We're heading into our last concert this season,
on Friday, August 9 at 6 pm.
Noah Harley and the Roots and Shoots of Country Music

Come along for a special night of music that will feature two different sets. The first will delve into the history of country music—think Hank Williams, Ernest Tubb, and maybe a lil’ Loretta for good measure. The second will be Harley’s original music, much of it inspired by the songs you’ll hear in the first set! A chance to hear some classic country and its modern interpretation. The trio features vocals, guitar, drums and bass.

Vendors: Sustainable Eats serves up dinner items and Pierce’s sells 802 Ice Cream Bars.

We've had a great turnout at every concert, with an appreciative audience giving as generously as they can to support live music, with contributions of any size (via cash, check or Venmo) going to the most excellent musicians and to the historic Meeting House (88 Lottery Rd) here in Shrewsbury Center, Vermont.

Please carpool when you can, and park in the lot and along the Meeting House driveway. Please Do Not park at all on Lincoln Hill Rd.

Questions or more info? Email [email protected] or call Paul or Vicky at 802-492-3649

07/27/2024

Thank you to Mowgli and his band mates in Reflexions who gave us a great concert last night. About 100 people enjoyed the music and gave generously to support the musicians and to the Mt School PTO to raise $ for our playground through the sale of delicious food. Many thanks go to Catherine Carrara who took on all that cooking, serving and organizing to support a great initiative for our kids!

07/25/2024

Friday's weather is looking beautiful for our 6 pm concert!!
Funk and Reggae music from the Reflexions band
Hear a sample video clip in the Comment below.

All are welcome.
Free Will Donations....of any size, via Cash, Check or Venmo....contact info at the concert.
Please come and support our Live Music concert series and the historic Shrewsbury Meeting House (88 Lottery Rd).

And speaking of support....our wonderful school's playground needs a big renovation...so please come and support the raising of funds as the Shrewsbury Mt School PTO serves up dinners of pulled pork, mac and cheese, and baked beans for $15
Pierce's Store will be back with those delicious 802 Ice Cream bars for dessert for $3.

For more info call Vicky at 802-558-2708 or email [email protected]
Please follow the directions for parking from our volunteers...pull up into the Meeting House driveway and the lot out back.
NO parking on Lincoln Hill Rd please.
Handicap parking spots and restrooms available.

07/18/2024

JULY 26 @ 6 pm REFLEXIONS

This 5 piece Burlington based Reggae/Funk band features a groove-based foundation of drums, bass and hard hitting melodies provided by keys, guitar and a powerhouse horn section. The Reflexions have shared stages with bands like The Wailers, SunDub, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and more, bringing an infectious energy to every room they play that will have you on your feet dancing from the first note to the last drum beat!

Vendors: Mountain School PTO serves up dinner items, raising money to benefit the much needed renovation of the playground....please come out and support their effort!
For dessert, Pierce’s sells 802 Ice Cream Bars. Yum!

All are Welcome. Please give as generously as you can to support live music, with contributions of any size (via cash, check or Venmo) going to the musicians and to the historic Meeting House (88 Lottery Rd) here in Shrewsbury Center, Vermont.

Please carpool when you can, and park in the lot and along the Meeting House driveway (88 Lottery Rd).
Please Do Not park at all on Lincoln Hill Rd.

Questions or more info? Email [email protected] or call Paul or Vicky at 802-492-3649

07/13/2024

What a great night it was! So many thanks to all who came out on a perfect summer evening, and to Phil, Mitch and Jeff who are not only entertaining and skilled performers, but really nice people. Our Shrewsbury series is ALWAYS that way! We're so fortunate. Here's a few photos from the concert with Phil Henry and the News feed.

07/11/2024

Phil Henry and the Newsfeed / July 12 / 6 -8 pm at the Shrewsbury Meeting House, 88 Lottery Rd

We welcome contributions of any size (via cash, check or Venmo) going to support the musicians and the historic Meeting House here in Shrewsbury Center, Vermont.

Pack your own picnic dinner, or come hungry for our local vendor offerings: Pierce's Store provides those delicious 802 ice cream pops, and Marble Valley Kitchen provides the following menu:
**Curry Chicken Salad Wrap & a Bag of Deep River Chips $11
**Falafel Crumble Quinoa Bowl with Tzatziki, Greens, Tomatoes, & Cucumbers $12
And $2 each for Caramel Swirl Brownies, Deep River Chips, and assorted drinks.

Please carpool when you can, and park in our lot and along the Meeting House driveway. Please Do Not park at all on Lincoln Hill Rd.

Questions or more info? Email [email protected]. or call Paul or Vicky at 802-492-3649

Clean Restrooms and Handicapped Parking available

07/05/2024

Hey All You Live Music Supporters!
We're halfway through our 2024 series, and it couldn't be going any better. We've had 110-150 appreciative good people in our audience at our first 3 concerts, giving as generously as they can to support live music, with contributions of any size (via cash, check or Venmo) going to the most excellent musicians and to the historic Meeting House (88 Lottery Rd) here in Shrewsbury Center, Vermont.

NEXT UP: Phil Henry and the Newsfeed / July 12 6 pm
SO excited to have these guys right here in our own backyard. They've played all over New England and beyond, and now we've got 'em in Shrewsbury!

Phil Henry is a singer-songwriter steeped in folk tradition, but not bound by it. Joined by Mitch Barron and Jeff Kimball, we'll hear a treasure chest of relatable tunes about both everyday, and extraordinary life, and backed by the Newsfeed on guitar, keys, mandolin, upright and fretless bass. Henry was recently honored as the 2023 Vermont Music Educator of the Year.

One reviewer wrote, "Phil Henry is that rare contemporary folk artist who will impress you from every direction. There’s his sweet and strong voice, that intricate and flawless guitar work, and songs so rich and sweeping you’ll wish you wrote them yourself".

Pack your own picnic dinner, or come hungry for our local vendor offerings:
Pierce's Store provides those delicious 802 ice cream pops, and Marble Valley Kitchen provides tasty entrees.

Please carpool when you can, and park in our lot and along the Meeting House driveway. Please Do Not park at all on Lincoln Hill Rd.
Questions or more info? Email [email protected]. or call Paul or Vicky at 802-492-3649

Clean Restrooms and Handicapped Parking available

06/28/2024

Next Day Thoughts:
Gratitude.
For Silas, Marc, Mark and Mowgli. For the expert way you lean back into traditional music and sway through the funky jazzy tunes as well, on so many instruments played so skillfully, with good humor and smiling faces. Good people. Hire them.

Gratitude.
For Aaron Korzun. Aaron Schneider, Paul Sgalia, Jean Marie Walker, Boaz Cohen, Thomas Hartigan, Silas Hamilton, Mark Hamilton, Marti Anderson who hang the banner, move the stage, direct the parking, get the bands' meals, set up the chairs, put out the parking cones, help with the signs, provide thoughtful perspective and friendship, take the trash to be dumped, arrange for the food vendors, etc etc. We could not do this alone.

Gratitude.
For our community of live music supporters who numbered 130-150 and bolstered up this grassroots effort with your dollars, dancing, joyful attitudes and voicing your own gratitude back to us. All the Thanks we ever need is seeing all that unfold at every concert.
Building Community is why we do this.

Please Come Back for the next....Friday, July 12 6 pm
Phil Henry and the Newsfeed

Silas Hamilton and Friends, Today at 6 pm
A beautiful evening for the weather
An exceptional musical evening for our audience
A culinary evening for your mouth, featuring Marble Valley Kitchen entrees and 802 Ice Cream pops
Please bring a $ contribution of any size, and be as Generous as you can to support Live Music and the historic Meeting House.

Plenty of parking space, clean restrooms and the best people in Vermont!

Here's a link to some of Silas' solo album tunes:

08/20/2023

It's ON !!! Weather looks good.
Come on out to the Shrewsbury Meeting House Concert Series for something very unique for our audience, music beginning today at 6 pm. The Panhandlers will soon arrive for their setup, and Marble Valley Kitchen moves in with their delicious food, beginning at 5:30.
Please support the musicians and the historic Meetinghouse with your free will donation.

08/20/2023

Thank you Mama Nature for a beautiful sunny day! Hope to see everyone at the Shrewsbury Meeting House Concert Series this evening for the Panhandlers, a steel drum band, whose Caribbean sounds are mirrored in our menu. It's a doubleheader for us today - looking forward to seeing those of you who signed up for Camp Cooking at Pittsford Village Farm through Come Alive Outside too!!