Summer 2010

The Music Festival of the Americas at Stowe presents premier international virtuosos and rising young talent from classical, opera and world-music genres, and celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Americas. Hosting the festival in the internationally renowned New England village offers endless opportunities to experience all that Stowe has to offer. Take advantage of Topnotch Resort and Spa’s “Stars Shine Bright” Package for a weekend cultural events to remember, including a private reception, concert tickets and tickets to the Star Chef Food & Wine Show.

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The Star Chef Food & Wine Show is an annual “round-up” of top U.S. culinary talent at a spectacular tasting event hosted by Topnotch Resort and Spa in Stowe, Vermont. Now in its second year, the event draws top chef-talent, including renowned stars of the restaurant world from Vermont and beyond, each creating signature dishes in a stand-out showcase of effortless, delicious and memorable meals. The event will also spotlight a number of national and international winemakers. All profits from the Star Chef Food & Wine Show will go to the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger.

DATE/TIME:
Saturday, August 21, 2010, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
EVENT TICKETS:
$45 per person includes unlimited tastings throughout the afternoon.

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At the Spa...

The Spa Essentials Day Spa Package 

This day package includes the 25 minute Skin Smoothing Treatment, a 25 minute Specific Spot Massage and an Express Manicure and Pedicure. Also included would be use of the entire spa facilities and a picnic lunch to go. Specifically designed with the time conscious spa goer in mind Spa Essentials provides relaxation, skin care and grooming in a results driven but express fashion.

$245. Includes all tax and gratuity.

The Subtle Energies Day Spa Package

This day package includes a 50 minute Private Yoga class, 1 50-minute Thai Massage, and a Hammam Foot and Leg Ritual.  Also included would be use of the entire spa facilities and a spa lunch in Norma's.  This package not only provides relief from tension and muscular obstructions but can aid in bringing peace and serenity to the mind.

$300. Includes all tax and gratuities.

Sports-Specific Personal Fitness Training Sessions

In preparation  for ski and snowboard season, we will be offering a series of 10 Sports-Specific Personal Training Sessions for $708, gratuity included (Regular cost $900). Also included in this rate would be access to the Ski Circuit Training and Pilates for Skiers group fitness classes.

Local Events and Activities

Stowe Area Year-Round Favorites 

Helen Day Art Center

School Street   Stowe, VT  802-253-8358
www.helenday.com

Laughing Moon Chocolates
78 South Main Street   Stowe, VT  802-253-9591
Open daily from 9:00am to 6:00pm. 

Chocolate dipping demonstrations Monday through Friday 2:00pm and tours 10:00am to 5:00pm daily.   

www.laughingmoonchocolates.com

Boyden Valley Winery
VT Route 104  Cambridge, VT  802-644-8151
Tours are at 11:00am and 1:30pm daily.

Wine tastings are offered daily.

Ask about our "French Gourmet" experience with artisan cheese and wine.

www.boydenwinery.com

Mary & Alden Bryan Memorial Art Gallery

Main Street   Jeffersonville, VT   802-644-5100
Original art, giclée prints, posters, notecards and exhibitions catalogues can be purchased onsite. 

Open late January through early April, Friday and Saturday only, from 10:00am to 4:00pm or by appointment.

www.bryanmemorialgallery.org

Stowe Craft Gallery
Base of the Mountain Road  Stowe, VT   802-253-4693

Open Thursdays and Fridays from 10:00am to 8:00pm and Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm.

Fun shopping in Stowe Village everyday. Sticks furniture, marbles, pocket angels, fish spoons, blown glass, gifts for kids, Sabra Field prints, chimes. 

www.stowecraft.com

Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery
64 South Main Street   Stowe, VT   802-253-1818
In the heart of the village. Stowe's newest gallery offers a diverse collection of traditional and contemporary works by Vermont artists.

Open daily  from 11:00am to 6:00pm, closed Tuesday.

www.greenmountainfineart.com

Robert Paul Galleries
Baggy Knees Shopping Center

Mountain Road  Stowe, VT  802-253-7282
One of New England's finest galleries. Outstanding selection of original paintings, sculpture, photography and prints by locally, nationally and internationally acclaimed artists and the region's finest custom framing.  Open 10:00am to 6:00pm Monday through Saturday and 10:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday.

www.robertpaulgalleries.com

West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park
Mountain Road   Stowe, VT  802-253-8943
Contemporary sculpture in stone and stainless steel; fountains; paintings in various media by acclaimed artists.

Open Wednesdays through Sundays from 11:00am to 6:00pm. 

www.westbranchgallery.com

Find more to do in Stowe!