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The unique character of the town of Bethel has remained more or less unchanges over the years, just like the clear waters of the 3rd Branch of the White River which flows around it. The first town charted in the new state of Vermont on December 3rd, 1779, Bethel is perhaps most famous for it's spectacular "Bethel White Granite". This granite has been called the most prized white granite in the world.  It's uncommon strength and durability were just some of the reasons why this granite was chosen to be used for the Union Station in Washington, DC, the Wisconsin State Capital Building and the Western Union Building in New York City. A town rich in history, Bethel has been able to keep its link with the past while continuing its growth into the present and looking toward the future. The Harrington House Inn, Cockadoodle Pizza Cafe, Toziers Restaurant, and The Creek House Diner are places which locals and visitors alike enjoy a bite to eat.  Other places of interest include: Acme Cariage Works, Bethel Historical Society, Country Animal Hospital, Bethel Schools, Federal Salmon Hatchery

Braintree is a small town located just to the north and west ofRandolph.  It is very much a rural town and is well known for its lovelyscenic vistas.  Braintree is also a very musical town - the home of Gwyneth Walker, composer of over 130 commissioned works fororchestra, band, chorus and chamber ensembles; and an independentmusical group, ironically named "Braintree", comprised of Alan Stewartand Todd Keenhold.There are only a couple general stores in Braintree, so Randolph iswhere supplies and cultural activities are to be found.Braintree has a new elementary school.  The junior and senior highschool is within the Orange Southwest Supervisory Union located inRandolph. Other places of interest include: Braintree Elementary, Randolph Union High School, Maple Ridge Sheep Farm

One of the most picturesque historic villages in New England.  Situated in the hills and valleys in Central Vermont, it is the site of the floating bridge, which spans Sunset Lake.  A popular spot for fishermen and swimmers in the summer; the ice cutting harvest festival is held here in the winter.  Brookfield boasts about having the states oldest continually operating library dating back to 1791.  Visitors will find a number of horse, sheep and dairy farms open to the public and they can stay at Brookfield B&B, Birch Meadows Inn, Green Trails Inn or Allis State Park campground. While visiting Brookfield's pond village be sure to check out Ariel's Restaurant. Brookfield is a longtime favorite area for cross country skiers, bicyclists, hikers, horseback riding and cart driving.  The townspeople ask visitors to drive slowly so as not to interfere with activities.  While in the area, a visit to unique Fat Toad Farm and a taste of their Tradition Goat's Milk Caramel is an experience offered in this quaint Vermont village. Other places of interest include: Brookfield Elementay, Randolph Tech Career Center, Randolph Union High School

Chelsea is a town of 37 square miles along the first branch of the White River and is bisected by Route 100 running north and south. In 1781 a charter was granted under the Turnersburg. The town government was organized in 1788, though the town started in 1784 and at the time listed a population of 897. A unique feature of Chelsea is two commons.  On the north common stands the church in the building that was completed in 1813.  On the south common stands the Country Court House, which was built in 1847. As the center of the county, in 1795 the town was designated the seat of county government thus becoming the "Shire Town". Adjacent to the Court House is the Chelsea School, which has students K-12.

The town of Granville, in Addison County, is located on Route 100, 8 miles north of Rochester. Middlebury is approximately 20 miles westerly via Route 125. Granville was chartered in 1781 and has a current population of 300 plus or minus. Forty-four percent of the acreage is within the Green Mountain National Forest, owned and managed by the US Forest Service. This land provides a great place for hunting, fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing and picnicking. The White River flows through Granville and also provides recreational opportunities. You can also take a scenic drive through Granville Gulf and view the Moss Glenn Falls & Texas Falls. For many years farming, lumbering and lumber related millwork provided the main source of employment in the town. There is the Bowl Mill and The Granville Mill, a clapboard mill, which have been operating for years. More recently local people have found limited employment in the Sugarbush ski area. Tourism has also provided employment for the local workers, directly and indirectly.

The town of Hancock, in Addison country, is located on Route 100 four miles north of Rochester. Middlebury, the Country Seat, is approximately 15 miles westerly via Route 125. The town settled in 1788 and has
a population of 380+. A high percentage (80%) of the acreage is within the Green Mountain National Forest, owned and managed by the US Forest Service. The forest provides a great place for hunting, fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing and picnicking. The White River flows through Hancock and also provides recreational opportunities. You can also visit Bailey Falls. It may be secluded, but taking the time to find it is worth the
effort! Other falls in the area include Moss Glenn and Texas Falls.
Camp Killooleet provides boys and girls, ages 9-14 with summer fun in the beautiful Green Mountain National Forest. If you're looking for a place to stay, try Harvey's Mountain View Inn, or for those vegetarians in the family, you can try totally organic, vegan cuisine at The Gathering Inn at Hancock. For wilderness enthusiasts, Hancock is home to Floyd Scholz, universally known as one of the top bird carvers of the world. Learn some of his techniques by attending one of his seminars at the Vermont Raptor Academy.

Pittsfield is a small rural town located on Route 100 between Stockbridge and Killington, 20 miles from Rutland, and 13 miles from Killington Ski Area. The corner of town consists of a town green complete with a bandstand. Three country stores, a pizza shop, and a restaurant cater to the local trade as well as vacation travelers. For places to stay, you can check out Casa Bella Inn, Swiss Farm Inn, or Clear River Inn & Tavern.  Another long-time Pittsfield business resident is Colton Enterprises, Inc. They provide kiln-dries firewood to homes and businesses throughout New England. The unique Original General Store also makes its home in Pittsfield. Another special attraction this town has to offer is the Tweed Valley Farm on Lower Michigan Road with their Gourmet Shitake and Oyster Mushrooms grown in barn greenhouses along with an array of agricultural products. The original with an array of agricultural products. The original Hawk Mountain Vacation Homes are tucked in among the hills bringing a diversity of residents to this friendly community. Fairly new to the area is The Amee Farm, which offers deluxe accommodations for a variety of events. Pittsfield does not have a school. Students are tuition to schools in nearby Killington, Stockbridge, Bethel, Rochester and Woodstock.

Randolph, Vermont residents enjoy the convenience of living in a village that is the trading center for the surrounding towns of Brookfield and Braintree. Located practically in the center of the state, Randolph
is well situated for easy access to Interstate 89, the airports and rail trail. Daytime temperatures average in the mid 70's during the summer and in the thirties to near zero in the winter. Annual rainfall is about 36 inches, including average snowfall of 100 inches. Randolph is a very active community with many clubs and church affiliations. One of which is the Randolph Rotary Club offering a strong presence in town. Inside the walls of the Historical Society many stories and pictures of times gone by in Randolph can be found.
The recently renovated historic downtown provides convenient parking and entertainment. The Chandler Center for the Arts provides superb acoustic entertainment and a forum for artists both local and
state, such as the annual New World Festival and Mud Season Talent Show. Some of the town's best contributions to our lifestyle are organized sports for our children, a new K-6 school, fine restaurants, and 18 hole golf course, fantastic three volunteer fire departments,and a wonderful July 4th celebration and parade. The inspirational, beauty of the area is undoubtedly one of the main reasons to settle in
Randolph. The picturesque farmland and the Green Mountains create a fine variety of scenery. Come and live with us; you will find everything you ever hoped for. Other places of interest include: Randolph Area Chamber of Commerce, Porter Music Box, Randolph Elementary School, Randolph Union High School, Randolph Tech Center, White River Craft Center, and Chadwicks Steakhouse and Pub.

Rochester, a town rich with history, is a picturesque village nestled in the Route 100 valley about half way between Killington and Sugarbush ski areas. It is a self-sufficient little place with a K-12 school, 2 churches, library, grocery store, hardware store, bank, credit union, cafe and several B&B's. The area also has several businesses, which employ local folk. Much of the western portion of town lies within the Green Mountain National Forest. The Long Trail winds along the top of the ridge. The eastern side is called the "hollows"
where one finds both farm and forestland and superb views. Other places of interest include:  Cobble Hill Stable, Green Mountain Bikes, Liberty Hill Farm, North Hollow Farms, Sweet Onion Inn, Tupper Farm Lodge, Vermont Raptor Academy, White River Golf
Rochester School

Royalton was originally chartered on November 23, 1769, by King George III through the Royal Lieutenant Governor of New York. The town was re-chartered by the Independent Republic of Vermont on December 20, 1781. Today, the town currently has a population of less than 3,000. The Town of Royalton is located in the north of Windsor County and includes the villages of Royalton, South Royalton, and North Royalton.
Located in the heart of the Green Mountains, the White River cuts through the center of the town. Royalton is conveniently located between I-89 Exits 2 and 3. Montpelier, the capital of Vermont and White River Junction/West Lebanon, NH are each 30 minutes away by interstate highway travel. South Royalton is the home of Vermont Law School, the state's only accredited law school. VLS is nationally recognized for excellence in environmental law and attracts many respected speakers on that subject each year. Feeding the law students is no problem. They have various choices ranging from fine dining to the more casual fare
at the Chelsea Station, Eaton's Sugarhouse, and of course, Village Pizza and 5 Olde Tavern & Grille. The South Royalton School is the home of the local elementary and middle schools as well as the regional high school for all of Royalton, Tunbridge and Sharon. Other educational opportunities include Luna Bleu Farm, an organic vegetable farm, which offers a variety of educational programs for school-aged children, as well as apprenticeships for young farmers just starting out.

Sharon, chartered on August 17, 1761, is located off Exit 2 from I89, and on Route 14 between the larger towns of South Royalton and Hartford and part of Windsor County. Sharon claims the birthplace of Joseph Smith, founder of the Mormon Religion. Sharon boasts its own elementary school, which is the pride of the community. However, grades 7-12 are tuitioned to the school of their choice, usually either South Royalton, Hartford, or the Sharon Academy. Downer 4-H Camp provides educational summer recreation for many kids. If you are looking for a place to stay, try Baxter Mountain House Bed and Breakfast, located just 1.5 miles from the village where the country stores attrack people from around the area.
Other place of interest include: Eye Care For You, Gifford Family Health Center, Country Animal Hospital, Denlore Morgan Horse Farm

Stockbridge is a small rural Vermont town located in the White River Valley and includes the little hamlet of Gaysville, which provides camping along the White River. At one time the town was primarily a farming communtiy; however, in more recent years the focus has changes, perhaps influenced by easy access to major ski areas. A blend of the old with the new has allowed the town to move toward the future while also retaining traditional values. Other places of interest include: Advanced Animations, Peavine Restaurant & Thirsty Bull Tavern

Tunbridge was chartered September 3, 1761 and organized in 1786. In 2000, Tunbridge claimed a population of 1309. Most of Tunbridge is located on an 8 mile stretch of the First Branch of the White River. Five covered bridges make the town attractive to tourists and the Tunbridge World's Fair puts this town on the map. Tunbridge Central School is located in North Tunbridge and houses kindergarten through either grade. A municipal building houses the Town Clerk's Office, the Selectmen's Room and the Library. There is a volunteer fire department and ambulance service that is jointly owned and managed with Chelsea, the town to the north. There are two stores, a Post Office and three churches in Tunbridge. The main church is in the center of town. 

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