Rooted

Tuesday

August 25

Doors 6:00 PM · Music 6:30 PM

August 25 Doors 6:00 PM · Music 6:30 PM Historic Memorial Hall, Wilmington, VT

Rooted is back — and we're bringing it back because last year proved what Memorial Hall does best: turn a simple night out into a real community moment.

Rooted is a celebration of music and connection in the Deerfield Valley. It's not a fundraiser. It's not formal. It's the kind of evening where the room feels alive — great live sets, familiar faces, new friends, and the easy, welcoming energy that happens when the Hall is doing what it was built to do.

We learned a lot from producing Rooted last year — what flowed, what people loved most, and how to shape the night so it feels fun, comfortable, and effortless from the moment you walk in. This time around, Rooted returns as an official Friends of Historic Memorial Hall production, and our goal is to make it an annual tradition: a signature night that celebrates the music scene around us and the community that shows up for it.

This year’s lineup is set. The night opens with Emerald Rae, a Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Emerging Artist with two albums to her name, who has toured across the US, Canada, UK, and Thailand and now calls Dover home. Jill Sachs follows with her full band — a rarity, since she typically performs solo or as a duo around the region. The Ian Campbell Band closes out the night; Ian plays regularly around the area, but rarely with his full band.

Doors open at 6:00 PM and music starts at 6:30 PM. Expect the same spirit that made last year such a hit: a thoughtfully built evening of live music, paired with food and a bar so you can settle in, stay awhile, and make a night of it. Rooted is designed to feel more like a gathering than a “show” — whether you come with a crew or roll in solo, you’ll feel pulled into the room.

Rooted is about music, community, and the simple magic of sharing a great night at Memorial Hall — together.

Ticket Information

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Get your ticket here.

Duration

Approximately 2 hours.

Content Guidance

This show is recommended for ages 12 and up. We understand sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have any questions about content or stage effects, send us an email at friends@friendsofthehallvt.org and we'll be happy to give you more info.

Ticket Discounts

Friends offers a variety of ways to save on tickets, including Student and Rush discounts. Discounts are limited and are subject to availability and conditions may apply.

Lineup is subject to change, sometimes with little or no notice. For example, artists may be added, withdrawn or substituted. If the lineup changes, we will do our best to keep audiences informed via our website and other pre-show communications.