Ribbon Cutting on October 19!
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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CEDRR and KPAA Joint Mixer at Allen Pools & Spas Tonight | Community Health Career Development & Training Center Ribbon Cutting on October 19 | Community Forum October 15 | CEDRR Annual Meeting on October 27 | Member Spotlight | CEDRR Member Benefits | What's New in Rutland County | Real Rutland Concierge Program | The Hub CoWorks | Career Hub | Upcoming Events
CEDRR and KPAA Joint Mixer at Allen Pools & Spas Tonight
Join Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) and the Killington Pico Area Association (KPAA) for a joint mixer hosted by Allen Pools & Spas this evening, Tuesday, October 13, from 5 - 7 PM. This annual event is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Enjoy food from Blood's Catering & Party Rentals, music by Aaron Audet, and fairy hair by Enchanted Strands! Allen Pools & Spas will also be holding its tent sale.
All October long, for everyone who takes a cold plunge at any of its three locations (Rutland/Mendon, Williston, or Lebanon, NH), Allen Pools & Spas will donate $20 to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. If you're interested in taking a "Plunge for a Cause" at 7:00 PM after tonight's mixer, bring your swimsuit and please sign up through this link.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Community Health Career Development & Training Center Ribbon Cutting on October 19
Join Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) on Monday, October 19 at noon for a ribbon cutting to help Community Health celebrate its new Career Development & Training Center, located at 71 Allen St., Suite 402, in Rutland.
Enjoy food from Wellness Cafe, LLC and learn more about this center, which is designed to help individuals gain the skills and experience needed to start or grow a career in healthcare, offering structured, hands-on learning opportunities.
We hope to see you there!
Rutland Downtown Plaza Community Forum on October 15
You are invited to join us for a community forum around the Rutland Downtown Plaza.
Thursday, October 15, 5:30 PM
WIM Streetside Conference Center at The Hub CoWorks
67 Merchants Row, First Floor, Downtown Rutland
This session will review where we have been, where we are today, and our vision for the future. There will also be time for public questions and comments.
Come learn about the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and hear about the work that has already been accomplished. Be part of the conversation as we help to envision our future!
CEDRR Annual Meeting on October 27
The annual business of the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) will be conducted at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors on Tuesday, October 27 at 8:15 AM at The Hub CoWorks, 67 Merchants Row, Suite 201, Rutland, VT.
The following business will be considered at this meeting:
- Presentation and approval of the FY 2026-2027 budget
- Election of directors to fill open seats
- Election of slate of officers for two-year term
Vermont Mobile Spirits and their indoor mobile bar setup at a fundraiser at The Hub CoWorks earlier this month
Vermont Mobile Spirits brings the charm and warmth of Vermont to any celebration. They offer handcrafted cocktails and elevated small bites. Their menu features seasonal spritzes, local spirits, artisanal garnishes, elegant charcuterie, and curated mocktails.
You've likely already seen Lucy, their lovingly restored vintage mobile bar, at events across Rutland County. With her vintage character and beautiful styling, Lucy becomes a gathering spot, photo backdrop, and conversation starter all in one. For venues where a vintage trailer isn’t the right fit, Vermont Mobile Spirits also offers modern, minimalist indoor and outdoor mobile bar setups.
From mountaintop ceremonies to lakeside weekends, barn weddings, retreat receptions, and cozy winter soirées, Vermont Mobile Spirits handles the drinks, the bites, and the hospitality, so hosts can relax and enjoy the moment with their guests.
CEDRR Would Like to Thank the Following Businesses for Renewing Their Membership:
CEDRR Perk Card Benefits
Everybody loves a deal! Our extremely popular Membership Perk Card is one of the most widely used and highly valued benefits of being a member of Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region. All member businesses receive one free Perk Card for every member of their organization.
This Week’s Highlighted Deals:
Adam & Eve Hair Design - $2.00 off men's and women's haircuts.
Donuts of Rutland (dba Dunkin Donuts) - 3 lbs. coffee for $26.99 or medium iced tea for $2.39. One offer per visit for the Perk Card holder only.
Want to Offer a Deal to Thousands of Perk Cardholders? Email us with the Perk you would like to offer!
CEDRR Executive Director Sarah Furman shares insights at the 2026 Annual Celebration
Celebrating Rutland County!
Thank you to all who attended and supported CEDRR’s 2026 Annual Celebration on October 8. We shared updates from our last year, including insights into our nine key priority areas, impacts made by the eight members of our staff, and examples of the incredible momentum happening across all corners of Rutland County.
CEDRR is grateful to outgoing Board Chair Russ Marsan of All Pro Home and Pest, Board Secretary Daniel Mora of Vista Senior Living, and Director Cameron Schaefer of GE Aerospace for their dedication, service, and commitment to making CEDRR and Rutland County stronger during their time on our Board of Directors.
We celebrated this year’s awardees, a dedicated group of remarkable people who make a difference throughout Rutland County. Congratulations to:
- CEDRR Member of the Year: The Vermont Country Store
- Volunteer of the Year: Rachel Lee Mendelson
- Community Leaders of the Year: Baird and Betsy Morgan of Pittsford Village Farm
- Entrepreneur of the Year: Jillian Fucci
- Young Professional of the Year: Jadziah DeRosia
Thank you to our event sponsors Cape Air, Casella Waste Systems, GE Aerospace, and Vermont State University, as well as the events team at the Vermont State University Castleton campus for hosting us in the Casella Theater and providing technical support and delicious food and beverages.
BBB Future Leaders Summit Student Showcase Coming to Rutland
Businesses, parents, educators, and community leaders: join the Better Business Bureau of Eastern New England to celebrate and support Vermont’s next generation of entrepreneurs!
Future Leaders Summit - Student Showcase
Hosted in partnership with the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR), the summit gives students the opportunity to explore what it takes to turn an idea into something real. Students will connect with local experts, learn about starting a business, explore funding opportunities, and discover how AI can support their entrepreneurial journey.
What to Expect
- Getting Started: Learn the basics of turning an idea into a business with SBA and VTSBDC.
- Gaining Capital: Explore funding and financial resources with Citizens Bank.
- AI for Entrepreneurs: Discover how AI can be used as a tool to support and grow a business with Think Dynamic.
- Student Showcase: Students will have the opportunity to share their ideas, projects, and entrepreneurial goals.
- Community Connections: Meet business leaders, mentors, educators, and community partners who are invested in supporting young entrepreneurs.
- Networking: Connect with other students and members of Vermont’s business community.
This is not a competition. It’s an opportunity for students to build confidence, ask questions, make connections, and gain real-world insight from people who have experience building businesses and organizations. Students interested in applying should visit this application page.
Event Details
📅 Tuesday, November 3,
2026
🕓 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Rutland High School Gymnasium
Come meet Vermont’s emerging entrepreneurs, hear their ideas, and help create connections that can take those ideas to the next level.
Wheels for Warmth Event 2026
The 2026 Wheels for Warmth will take place on Thursday, October 29 and Friday, October 30 for tire donations, with the opportunity to purchase inspected tires on Saturday, October 31. Donated tires will help provide emergency heating assistance to Vermonters this winter!
The donation locations in Rutland County will be at:
Casella Construction, Thursday & Friday, 2-6 PM
1385 US-7, Pittsford, VT 05763
Recycle fee for unusable tires $5 or
$10 for larger truck/equipment tires (over 22")
There is also a non-DMV site (No DMV inspection, $5 per tire regardless of condition):
Poultney Pools, 551 Rutland Road, West Rutland, VT 05777
Tire sale will be Saturday, October 31 from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Casella Construction
TIRE PRICES:
13", 14" and single tires - Free
15" - $15 per tire
16" - $20 per tire
17" - $25 per tire
18" and larger - $30 per tire
ALL TIRES HALF PRICE STARTING AT 10:00 AM
Killington Resort Conducts First Major Snowmaking Test Ahead of Winter 2026/27
Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest ski and snowboard destination in Eastern North America, conducted its first major snowmaking test ahead of winter 2026/27 during a period of near-freezing temperatures on Tuesday, October 6.
In total, Killington's snowmaking team operated six fan guns in three separate locations: four fan guns at the bottom of Superstar and two new SMI Super Puma fan guns on Mouse Trap and Lower Skyeburst, both of which were purchased and installed during this summer. The new fan guns are located in wide sections of the mountain where trails merge, areas that are traditionally more difficult to cover with snowmaking. For improved operational flexibility, both SMI Super Puma fan guns were installed on fully automated, hydraulically controlled swing arms that are each over 15' long, allowing for maximum throw and increased snowmaking coverage during variable wind conditions.
After further testing is conducted later this week, the resort is slated to be fully prepared to make snow whenever temperatures become optimal. Killington Resort does not have an estimated open date for winter 2026/27.
Visit killington.com/conditions for future updates leading up to Opening Day.
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 Retreat Contests for Out-of-State Residents
Do you know someone who lives outside of Vermont but is curious about making a move to our area? Encourage them to enter to win the Real Rutland Retreat! This package includes a weekend here in Rutland County, complete with music at the Paramount Theater, food, and breathtaking scenery!
This contest is open to residents outside of Vermont only. Entrants must like and follow Real Rutland on Facebook and fill out the entry form for the concert they would like to attend!
Punch Brothers, November 8 Entry Form
Dark Star Orchestra, November 17 Entry Form
Winners will be drawn on Friday, October 30!
Rutland & Hanamaki Community Event Celebrated 40 Years of Sister City Partnership
Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) and The Hub CoWorks were honored to host the gathering on October 7 to recognize the 40th anniversary of the Sister City Partnership between Rutland, Vermont, and Hanamaki, Japan.
This connection began with a chance encounter in 1985, when the mayor of Ishidoriya, Japan, was visiting the United States. When Mayor Kojiro Seki arrived in Vermont, he noted that the two communities were very similar in size, terrain, and spirit – each nestled in the mountains near ski areas. The sister city agreement was signed the next year, and the relationship continues to thrive four decades later.
Hundreds of students, chaperones, and host families from both communities have participated in the RISE Rutland/Hanamaki Student Exchange program over the years, traveling across the world to experience each other's cultures and build lasting friendships. When Ishidoriya merged into the city of Hanamaki in 2006, both cities reaffirmed their commitment to one another.
This event, sponsored by MKF Properties, was an opportunity for more than 100 members of our community to come together and welcome around 20 travelers from Hanamaki to Rutland. Over 20 businesses and organizations from across the region participated to help showcase the Rutland region’s business offerings and civic spirit. Our Japanese guests presented a traditional tea ceremony, and attendees enjoyed food and drink from Roots the Restaurant while sharing photos and stories from their trips to visit one another. Many new connections were made.
We are grateful to the Friends of Hanamaki committee for their hard work in putting this event together, and for choosing The Hub CoWorks as the venue. The Hub was created to be a place where people come together, strengthening ties across our local economy and beyond, and this event truly embodied the spirit and mission of our collaborative workspace.
Learn More About the RISE Rutland/Hanamaki Student Exchange →
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.
Nurse Supervisor
Community Care Network is seeking a Nurse Supervisor to join their team.
Medical Assistant
Community Care Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team.
View Rutland County career opportunities & post your position →
65th Annual Halloween Parade
Downtown Rutland, VT
Sat. October 24, 6:30 PM
The Rutland City Recreation & Parks Department is thrilled to host the 65th annual Rutland City Halloween Parade! Join us on Saturday, October 24th, at 6:30 PM in downtown Rutland, Vermont. Please note that street closures will be in effect during the event, for specifics please visit rutlandrec.com/halloweenparade.
Stick Season Sip + Shop
Downtown Rutland, VT
Sat. November 7, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Enjoy seasonal sips and bites, local vendors, shopping, special promotions, and plenty to discover throughout downtown. Visit your favorite businesses, explore something new, and take advantage of special offers while supporting the shops, restaurants, and businesses that make Downtown Rutland unique.
Vendors & Downtown Businesses may register here.
Attendees may purchase $15 tickets here.
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