January Happenings: Kicking off 2026 with Cultivate Clients š„³
Happy 2026! šAs we ring in the New Year this month, here are some exciting ways to kick off 2026 with Cultivate clients.
Ann Clark Ltd. šŖ
Prep now to host popular start-of-the-year celebrations, including Super Bowl, Valentineās Day, and Mardi Gras gatherings. Ann Clarkās cookie cutters, baking mixes, and essentials can help make celebrations more meaningful and fun.
Some top product recommendations for the upcoming holidays include:
Football Centerpiece Cookie Cutter SetāA sweet addition to your Super Bowl watch party spread.
Valentineās Day 5 Pc SetāAll the cookie shapes you need to surprise a special someone this V-Day.
New Orleans Style Beignet Mix and the Mardi Gras 3 Pc Cookie Cutter Set for Mardis Gras parties you can host right at home.
Caledonia Spirits š„
Caledonia Spirits, the makers of the award-winning Barr Hill Gin, just released their Phyllis Vermont Rye Whiskey, the first year-round core whiskey available in their Phyllis Whiskey portfolio that also includes single barrel releases, special blends, and unique secondary barrel agings.
The new whiskey is available year-round at the Caledonia Spirits Distillery in Montpelier, VT, and will now be available through select retailers in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine!
Learn more and purchase at caledoniaspirits.com.
Cold Hollow Sculpture Park š³
The Park is deep in planning mode for the 2026 season!
Save the date for the first announced event of next season: A musical performance by Phil Acimovic, the Park's first-ever Commissioned Artist-in-Residence, who will return to the Park on Aug 14-15, 2026, for an ensemble performance of his site-specific composition, "Tuning, Timing, and Resonance," inspired by the unique acoustics and landscape of the Park.
Stay tuned for more season announcements coming soon!
Manchester Music Festival š»
Save the dates for Manchester Music Festivalās next season: July 7-August 6, 2026! Entitled āJourney: America,ā next seasonās theme honors the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with weekly concerts, community events, and family-friendly programs.
The Festival is also extending the deadline for applications to its esteemed Young Artists program, an intensive performance-based music residency for string players and pianists, ages 18-26 or musicians currently enrolled in a higher education music program.
The new Young Artists application deadlines are as follows:
Early Deadline: January 15, 2026
Final Deadline: February 15, 2026
Apply now at this link.
RunVermont š
The first race of RunVermontās annual Freezy Cheeks 5k Series is coming up on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Black Flannel Brewing Co. The event will have an open-start format from 11 am to noon, and all registrants will receive one on-site beverage.
The following Freezy Cheeks Races will take place:
Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Zero Gravity
Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Switchback Brewing Co
Register now for the January race or sign up for the seriesā race bundle to keep active all winter long.
Vermont Symphony Orchestra š¼
The VSO has several upcoming events, including free community performances and a Valentineās Day concert:
Winter Concert: Vermont Symphony Orchestra DuoāOn January 24, 2026, from 12-1 pm, enjoy a free winter concert at the South Burlington Public Library featuring John Dunlop on the cello and Laura Markowitz on the violin.
David M. Wilson Farmersā Night with the VSO ChorusāPlan now to attend this annual free community concert on February 11, 2026, from 7:30-9 pm featuring the VSO Chorus and a composition by Music-COMP student, Louis Napolitan.
VSO at the Flynn: Love NotesāLock in your Valentineās Day plans now with a musical date to the Flynn with your special someone on February 14, 2026, from 3-5 pm. The VSO welcomes special guest Jennifer Koh, a Grammy Award-winning violinist, to perform selections from Philip Glass, Frank Zappa, and more.
Visit vso.org to purchase tickets.
Vermont Smoke & Cure š„
Have a healthy start to the New Year with Vermont Smoke & Cureās delicious meat sticks. All products are gluten-free, allergen-free, made with simple, real ingredients, and packed with 6 grams of protein per serving.
A leader in the poultry snack industry, Vermont Smoke & Cureās Hot & Spicy Turkey Stick was named āBest New Productā in the Meat Snack Category of the 2025 Convenience Store News Product Awards.
Products available for purchase at vermontsmokeandcure.com.
Winvian šØ
Winvian is now offering its January Jubilee discounted rate for guests looking to book a stay this month. From new adventures to self-care stays and special events, Winvian offers an unforgettable stay and rejuvenating experience. Book now at winvian.com.