Photo by Jenn Wheeler
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
NATURE’S CANVAS, THE SPIRIT OF AFRICA
The photography of Stu Duboff, celebrating the power, grace and spirit of the animals of Africa
From powerful portraits of lions to sweeping landscapes alive with elephants, zebras, and giraffes, this exhibit captures the raw beauty and fragile wonder of the African wilderness.
A stunning photography exhibit showcasing the majestic wildlife of Africa through the lens of renowned photographer Stu Duboff.
The exhibit will be open for viewing
Monday through Friday, 10 am to 3 pm
and Saturday, 9 am to 11 am
Through October 31st
Our next exhibit will be the Small Works Holiday Show
See below for more details.
Special Events
The 28th Annual
MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
ONE WORLD - ONE WEEK - ONE FESTIVAL
MANHATTAN SHORT is an instantaneous celebration that occurs simultaneously across the globe, bringing great films and great artists to great venues and allowing the audiences to select their favorites. All films selected in MANHATTAN SHORT 2025 will be eligible to enter the Oscars in 2026.
Join us for these engaging and thought-provoking works by talented filmmakers and select your favorite films of the evening!
October 2nd, 2025
7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
In the Performance Hall at the Arlington Common
MOON OVER BUFFALO
By Ken Ludwig
The newly formed Arlington Common Community Theater is pleased to announce performances for this wildly entertaining comedy!
Friday, October 10, 2025
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Friday, October 17, 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
In the Performance Hall at the Arlington Common
All performances are from
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Tickets are $15.00
kids under 13 are free
MOVIE AND DISCUSSION NIGHT
Located in the Performance Hall at the Arlington Common
Co-sponsored by the Arlington Common and the Martha Canfield Memorial Free Library
Join us for this fun and free monthly movie and discussion night!
Check the Events page for specific movies and dates
Community Health Day
Hosted by the Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging in Partnership with The Arlington Common
You are Invited to a FREE Community Health Day at the Arlington Common!
Thursday, October 23rd
12 pm – 2 pm
Hosted by The Arlington Common and SVCOA with generous support from AARP VT and Bennington County Meals on Wheels.
✅ Free health screenings
✅ Wellness resources from trusted community partners
✅ Tai Chi Vermont demonstrations
✅ Lunch provided with RSVP to the Arlington Common
✅ AARP Fraud Prevention, Bayada, MyHealthyVT and more!
Whether you are 60+, a caregiver, or a community member who cares – you are welcome here.
Bring a friend!
RSVP Required for Lunch. Send email to info@arlingtoncommon.org
For more information, please contact the Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging at 1-800-642-5119
Open Mic Night at the Arlington Common!
The Arlington Common is excited to offer
OPEN MIC NIGHT!
Join us on the last Friday of every month in the Performance Hall
All performers are welcome!
If you are not a performer please come and
cheer them on!
7:30-9:30 pm
NAVIGATING THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE
Italian for the American tourist
Join Letitia Scordino, a native Italian, for this practical, Italian-Made-Simple approach to learning the language.
You’ll have fun because Italian is the language of FUN, PASSION and FOOD.
Small Works Holiday Show
The galleries in the Watkins House at the Arlington Common will host a small works show
Nov. 5, 2025 through April 21, 2026
Get into the holiday spirit with our Small Works Holiday Show! This cheerful exhibit will be filled with handmade treasures by local and artists—all perfectly sized (and priced) for gift-giving. Stop by, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and discover unique gifts while supporting local creativity this holiday season.
If you are a small works artist and would like to participate in the show, please click on the link below for more information
Here’s what’s happening!
Saturdays 9:00 to 11:00 am
Pickleball for Students
Third Thursday of the month 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Mondays 7:00 to 9:00 pm
