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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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CEDRR June Mixer at Pittsford Village Farm | CEDRR Legislative Breakfast | Joint CEDRR & PACC Meet & Greet | Membership Spotlight | What's New in Rutland County | Real Rutland Concierge Program | The Hub CoWorks | Rutland Young Professionals | Career Hub | Upcoming Events
CEDRR June Mixer at Pittsford Village Farm on June 9
Join Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) for our June Mixer at Pittsford Village Farm, located at 42 Elm Street in Pittsford, on Tuesday, June 9 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. Pittsford Village Farm is a public space for the community with 150 acres of outdoor space. Their historic farmhouse is currently under renovation, being converted into a mixed-use community space.
We invite you to join us to learn more about their transformation, network with other community members, enjoy food from Kamuda's Country Market (who is also located right across the street), and more!
CEDRR Legislative Breakfast on June 15
Join Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) and our Rutland County Legislators as we host a Legislative Session Wrap Up Breakfast. Vermont Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers will share information and insights from the 2026 Vermont Legislative session.
Cost is $27 per person and includes fresh baked muffins, waffles, vegetable frittata, breakfast sausage & bacon, home fried potatoes, fruit salad, assorted juices & fountain drinks, and coffee & assorted teas.
The Legislative Series is made possible by the generous support of Omya.
RSVPs are required: Please be sure to register online before June 10 at:
Joint Meet & Greet Hosted by CEDRR and PACC on June 4 at Fairways Restaurant in Poultney
Join the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) and the Poultney Area Chamber of Commerce for a collaborative Real Rutland Meet & Greet event at Fairways Restaurant at the Lake St. Catherine Country Club on June 4 from 5-7 pm. You'll have the opportunity to network with fellow community members, eat delicious food, and enter to win door prizes. The 50/50 Raffle will benefit the Young at Heart Senior Center in Poultney.
Students in the Stafford Technical Center automotive program are joined by Russ Marsan, CEDRR Board President, Stafford Technical Center’s Automotive Technology Instructor Eslie Jones (with the small scissors), CEDRR Member Services Manager Chrispin White, and CEDRR Executive Director Sarah Furman.
CEDRR was invited to attend the ribbon cutting of Stafford Technical Center's Automotive Shop on Friday, May 22, accompanied by the RAVE car show. Did you know that the automotive shop at Stafford Tech is open to the public? Community members can bring vehicles in for work on brakes, oil changes, and more!
In addition to providing students with first-hand experience in repairing and maintaining automobiles, the auto shop at Stafford Technical Center recently received its license to serve as a Vermont State Inspection Center – a service which will begin in the Fall of 2026. Students will also have the opportunity to work towards their Vermont Inspection Mechanic Certification.
Learn More about Stafford Technical Center's Automotive Program →
CEDRR Would Like to Welcome Our Newest Member:
CEDRR Would Like to Thank the Following Businesses for Renewing Their Membership:
Governor Phil Scott's "Capital for a Day" Heads to Rutland County
Governor Phil Scott and members of his cabinet will be in Rutland County on Friday, June 5 for its "Capital for a Day" 14-county tour.
Governor Scott first launched this initiative in June 2018, and he and his cabinet visited all 14 counties over the following 10 months. Capital for a Day gives local constituents, municipal government leaders and other partners the opportunity to connect directly with state leadership and staff.
“Spending a day in each county gives us an opportunity to hear directly from Vermonters, see the good things happening in their communities and understand how decisions made in Montpelier are impacting them,” said Governor Scott. “In the past, challenges identified on these visits led us to make historic investments in wastewater systems to support economic growth, strengthen our CTE centers, collaborate on public safety issues and more.”
Learn More About the Governor's "Capital for a Day" in Rutland County →
"Art in Motion" Exhibit Opening at the Chaffee Art Center on Friday, June 5th
The Chaffee Art Center, Your Center for Creativity, invites the community to the opening of our new Exhibit, "Art in Motion" on Friday, June 5th from 5pm to 7pm. Stop by this free event and enjoy a glass of wine and light bites.
The Chaffee is excited to collaborate with Rutland Railway Museum, Rutland Railroad Historical Society, Community Train Enthusiasts and Chaffee artist members to bring you this fun, creative Exhibit celebrating railroad history, as well as showcasing our artists' work. There will be trains displayed and historical photos. Fun fact: George Thrall Chaffee, who built the mansion that the Chaffee Art Center calls home, was a prominent figure in the train circle. He even had a train station in Clarendon renamed for his 3 children: ALice, FREderick and CHArlotte...Alfrecha Station.
There will also be a special display that will feature the works of one-hundred-sixty 7th and 8th grade students from Mr. VanDerKern’s Design Lab at Fair Haven Union Middle School that engaged in a hands-on stone carving unit supported by a grant from the Vermont Superintendents Association and the Vermont Handcrafters Association, with support from the West Rutland Carving Studio. Beginning with hand carving local talc and then using a Glowforge laser to engrave slate tiles, students created original works rooted in the Slate Valley’s slate heritage. Stone provided by Vermont Marble, Granite, Slate & Soapstone.
Chaffee artist members’ works will be on display and for sale throughout the mansion galleries and in the Gallery Shoppe that is filled with handmade treasures and gift ideas for any occasion. Be sure to take time to explore the 1890’s architecture and history. Exhibit will be on display until July 17th.
Plan to visit the Chaffee to experience the beauty of the 1890’s Queen Anne Victorian Mansion and the wonderful works of art throughout, plus our Gallery Shoppe with old-fashioned candy! Enjoy a cup of tea while you browse, or plan to meet a friend and cozy up in one of the many seating areas. Free Wi-Fi available. Plus, don't forget to check out the 100-foot Pollinator Garden with native plantings, growing Sculpture Garden, and over a dozen gardens on the property.
As the Chaffee Art Center celebrates 65 years in the Rutland Community, you are invited to join as an artist, single or family member to help the Chaffee to continue to inspire and cultivate creativity, while positively impacting the vitality of our community through the arts.
Check out www.chaffeeartcenter.org and the Chaffee Art Center Instagram and Facebook pages for updates on events, classes camps, and more. Call 802.775.0356, info@chaffeeartcenter.org, or stop by the Chaffee Art Center at 16 South Main Street in Rutland, VT.
Rutland Regional Medical Center Achieves Fourth Magnet® Designation
On May 26, 2026, Rutland Regional Medical Center (RRMC) attained Magnet designation for the fourth consecutive time, which was officially announced by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This redesignation is a testament to RRMC’s continued dedication to high-quality nursing practice.
The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes health care organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. This credential is the highest national honor for professional nursing practice.
“Magnet designation reflects RRMC’s unwavering commitment to delivering innovative high-quality care and reinforces the progress we are making as an organization,” said Kelly Watson, RRMC’s Chief Nursing Officer. “The participation and support of all employees, providers, volunteers, and teams across the organization played an important role in upholding the hospital’s commitment to continuous improvement and exceptional patient-centered care.”
Research demonstrates that Magnet recognition provides specific benefits to health care organizations and their communities, such as:
- Higher patient satisfaction with nurse communication, availability of help and receipt of discharge information.
- Lower risk of 30-day mortality and lower failure to rescue rates.
- Higher job satisfaction among nurses.
- Lower nurse reports of intentions to leave their positions.
The Magnet Model provides a framework for nursing practice, research, and measurement of outcomes. Through this framework, ANCC evaluates applicants across several components and dimensions to gauge an organization’s nursing excellence. The foundation of this model comprises various elements deemed essential to delivering superior patient care. These include the quality of nursing leadership and coordination and collaboration across specialties, as well as processes for measuring and improving the quality and delivery of care.
To achieve initial Magnet recognition, organizations must pass a rigorous and lengthy process that demands widespread participation from leadership and staff. This process includes an electronic application, written patient care documentation, an on-site visit, and a review by the Commission on Magnet Recognition.
Over the past 18 months, RRMC has completed all aspects of the rigorous redesignation process, meeting required credentialing standards and the five Magnet components including: Transformational Leadership; Exemplary Professional Practice; New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvements; Structural Empowerment; and Empirical Outcomes.
RRMC received 8 exemplars throughout the review process. Exemplars are noteworthy elements of excellence in nursing practice seen during the review and survey process. RRMC’s exemplars centered around professional board certification rates, the role and utilization of the advanced practice registered nurses and outperforming several benchmarks in clinical quality indicators.
“The journey to Magnet designation is the result of multidisciplinary collaboration, innovation and a shared focus on great patient care,” said Judi Fox, President and CEO of RRMC. “These efforts reflect meaningful advancement in our strategic goals to deliver quality care and be an employer of choice. Together we are building a stronger culture while we continue to address the many challenges that are facing healthcare organizations today.”
If you have news that you would like CEDRR to share in a future newsletter, please email a press release to Matt Britt, Communications & Marketing Manager at matt@rutlandeconomy.com.
Real Rutland BBQ at Bomoseen State Park on June 18
Join Real Rutland on 6/18 for a Meet & Greet BBQ at Bomoseen State Park! This BBQ is a chance to acknowledge and appreciate all of the incredible concierge volunteers and help welcome our recent residents to Rutland County. There will be games by the lake and food provided! Vegetarian and gluten free options will also be available.
The Rutland Area Food CoOp held an informational session from Clinical Herbalist Justine Calnan Cavacas on May 30, sharing information on herbs that help with stress, insomnia, and even a broken heart.
Vermont Federal Credit Union Home Buying Seminar
Wed. June 17, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Looking to purchase a home, but aren't sure where to start? Attend Vermont Federal Credit Union's free home buying seminars and start your home search today!
Ready to unlock the secrets of home buying? Join us at The Hub CoWorks for a complimentary Home Buying Seminar with top real estate experts in your community!
Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, this event is designed to answer all your burning questions and equip you with insider tips to navigate the home buying process with confidence. Think of it as your personal roadmap to making informed decisions in the Vermont real estate market!
- Eager to dive in now? Streamline the Process -Ultimate Home Buying Guide
- First-Time Homebuyer? Check out the VHFA Grant Program to see if you qualify for $15,000 toward a down payment or closing costs!
Bonus: Attend the event and be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card!
Please Note: Registration starts at 5:15 pm and the presentations will begin at 5:30 pm with food and drinks provided by Vermont Federal Credit Union
This event is presented by an independent organization and does not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or endorsements of The Hub CoWorks. We provide our space as a venue and are not responsible for the content of programing. Please direct any questions about specific events to the hosting organization.
RYP Upcoming Deadlines & Event
As we lead into the end of this season at Rutland Young Professionals, we have two exciting deadlines approaching this week!
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Do you know someone exhibits leadership qualities in their professional and personal life? Volunteers locally? Is an active community member? Show your appreciation by nominating them for YP of the Year!
JOIN OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our organization is entirely run by a dedicated group of volunteers! We need board members with a variety of skills to keep this organization running and providing the incredible programs and events we know and love! If you're interested in becoming more involved in RYP, apply to join our board today or reach out for more information!
Applications for both YP of the Year and our Board of Directors close on June 4th! YP of the Year will be honored at our Annual Meeting on June 25 at the Ron Hance Operations Center at Heritage Family Credit Union. Our new Board of Directors will be voted in at our annual meeting as well! We are looking forward to seeing everyone on June 25th!
The Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region's Career Hub features full-time jobs across Rutland County that provide a salary higher than the Vermont living wage.
In-Home Care Companions
Hope Home Care Services is seeking In-Home Care Companions to join their team.
View Rutland County career opportunities & post your position →
Food Truck Frenzy
Fair Haven Park
78 N. Main St.
Fair Haven, VT 05743
Wednesday, June 3, 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
Fair Haven is ready to welcome back one of its most popular community events as Food Truck Frenzy returns for the season, kicking off on Wednesday June 3rd. This gathering brings together great food, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun in a relaxed outdoor setting. Running from 5 PM to 9 PM, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a spring evening with friends, family, and neighbors.
Reinbow Riding Center Open House
Reinbow Riding Center
892 Tarbelleville Rd.
Belmont, VT 05730
Saturday, June 6, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join Reinbow Riding Center on site to learn more about our therapeutic horsemanship program and the various ways to get involved. Meet the team, enjoy light refreshments, tour the farm, win a prize, and take a photo with our therapeutic horses!
Relay for Life of Rutland County
Vermont State Fairgrounds
175 South Main St.
Rutland, VT 05701
Friday, June 6 - Saturday, June 7
The annual American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Rutland County will happen Saturday June 6th starting at 1:00 PM and runs through Sunday June 7th at 8:00 AM at the Vermont State Fairgrounds in Rutland!
Summer Street Party
Downtown Rutland Vermont
Saturday, June 6, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Let's kick off summer on Saturday, June 6, with a Summer Street Party! Center Street and Merchants Row will transform into a lively pedestrian-only marketplace. Shoppers will discover deals from local retailers, artists, and makers. Throughout the day, family-friendly activities, entertainment, and interactive experiences will fill the streets.
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