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seminars
preserVinG the harVest: CanninG toMatoes: Burlington food blogger Robin Berger demonstrates how to save the summer fruits for all seasons. Sustainability Academy, Lawrence Barnes School, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, 861-9700.
talks
rutland County FarMers Market: See SAT.15, 3-6 p.m.
words
Marjorie Cady MeMorial Writers Group: Budding wordsmiths improve their craft through "homework" assignments, creative exercises and sharing. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 388-2926, cpotter935@comcast.net. 9/11/12 10:34 AM
tue.18
agriculture
enjoy the Wonders oF FunGi: Folks focus on the fungus among us as they learn to culture and grow mycelium into fungi with Eric Swanson of Vermush. Everyone brings home an oyster mushroom spawn. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5-7 p.m. $10-12; preregister. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hungermountain. coop.
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Now on exhibit A fanciful exploration of the art of time travel including robots from the Golden Age of sci-fi, the 1930s-1950s and steampunk. Featuring contemporary steampunk artists Bruce Rosenbaum, Christopher Conte, Daniel Ashby, Tom Banwell, Benjamin Harvey, Thomas Willeford and many more. M A J O R S U P P O R T:
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health & fitness
lauGhter yoGa: What's so funny? Giggles burst out as gentle aerobic exercise and yogic breathing meet unconditional laughter to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 355-5129. r.i.p.p.e.d.: See SAT.15, 5-6 p.m. steps to Wellness: Cancer survivors attend diverse seminars about nutrition, stress management, acupuncture and more in conjunction with a medically based rehabilitation program. Fletcher Allen Health Care Cardiology Building, South Burlington, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2176.
kids
aFtersChool CraFt proGraM: Kids ages 5 and up go on a foliage frenzy, learning to identify leaves while making crayon rubbings and sipping apple cider. Fairfax Community Library, 3 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 849-2420.
exercises. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136. internet saFety: proteCtinG your hoMe netWork: Information-security manager Mike Stridsberg tackles protective measures and technical tips for defending your network from online hackers. New England Federal Credit Union, Williston, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 879-8790.
talks
Barrie dunsMore: The veteran ABC News foreign correspondent speaks on "Discerning Fact From Fiction: Navigating Political Campaigns and the Media." The Writers' Barn, Shelburne, 7-8:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 985-3091, lin@windridgepublishing.com. leiGh hunt & jonathan Wahl: Photos, history and personal experiences inform the veteran hikers' program on "Hiking the Long Trail." Joslin Memorial Library, Waitsfield, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 496-4205.
words
Garret keizer: From Facebook to airport body scans, the author of Privacy considers what happens when we cannot escape scrutiny. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 229-0774. ViCki hoeFle: The educator and author of Duct Tape Parenting: A Less Is More Approach to Raising Respectful, Responsible and Resilient Kids shares her hands-on approach to child rearing. Phoenix Books Burlington, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 448-3350.
Children's story tiMe: See FRI.14, 10:30 a.m.
art
CreatiVe tuesdays: Artists engage their imaginations with recycled crafts. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.
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business
FairFax story hour: Good listeners up to age 6 are rewarded with tales, crafts and activities. Fairfax Community Library, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 849-2420.
the pipe ClassiC: See MON.17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. & 4-10 p.m.
the pipe ClassiC: See MON.17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. & 4-10 p.m.
Time Machines: Robots, Rockets, and Steampunk
noFaVore soCial: See WED.12, Green Wind Farm, Enosburg Falls, 6-7 p.m.
Create a Vision Board: Big dreamers focus their intentions and motivations in a workshop with life coach Marianne Mullen. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $710; preregister. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@ hungermountain.coop.
niCk Fox-GieG: The award-winning animator and new-media artist discusses his work at a screening of short films. Room 207, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1408.
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food & drink
MarketinG on a shoe strinG: Gloria Bruce, director of the Northeast Kingdom Travel and Tourism Association, shares the latest tools and tactics for promoting small businesses. St. Johnsbury House, St. Johnsbury, 8-9:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 748-7121, stjchamber@ stjchamber.com.
dance
BallrooM & latin danCe: Samir and Eleni Elabd guide a dance social in waltz and salsa styles. Union Elementary School, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. $14. Info, 225-8699 or 223-2921. Modern square-danCe Classes: Participants do-si-do and swing their partners 'round at a wholesome evening of stress-relieving dance. Cafeteria, Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School, South Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 878-2485 or 985-2012.
fairs & festivals
killinGton hay FestiVal: See WED.12, 8 a.m.
film
'the Best exotiC MariGold hotel': See FRI.14, 7:30 p.m. 'the do-deCa-pentathlon': See FRI.14, 5:30 p.m. 'the WoMan in the WindoW': A college professor becomes entangled in a web of blackmail and murder after meeting a captivating femme fatale in Fritz Lang's 1944 film noir. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.
Frosty & Friends therapy doGs: Young readers share their favorite texts with friendly pooches. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-4918. hiGhGate story hour: See WED.12, 10-11 a.m. MusiC With roBert: Music lovers of all ages engage in sing-alongs with Robert Resnik. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. riChFord playGroup: Rug rats let their hair down for tales and activities. Cornerstone Bridges to Life Community Center, Richford, 1011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426.
art
bazaars
Friends oF the rutland Free liBrary Fall Book sale: Eager readers help prune the shelves at a bargain benefit for library collections and activities. Rutland Free Library, 4-8 p.m. Free. Info, 773-1860.
business
kelley MarketinG MeetinG: Marketing, advertising, communications, social media and design professionals brainstorm ideas for local nonprofits over breakfast. Nonprofits seeking help apply online. Room 217, Ireland Building, Champlain College, Burlington, 7:45-9 a.m. Free. Info, 865-6495.
suMMer story hour: Three- to 5-year-olds craft during tale time. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
comedy
language
community
pause-CaFé FrenCh ConVersation: Francophiles of all levels speak the country's language at a drop-in conversation. Panera Bread, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088.
crafts
FrenCh ConVersation Group: Beginnerto-intermediate French speakers brush up on their linguistics — en français. Halvorson's Upstreet Café, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088.
seminars
BuddhisM in a nutshell: Amy Miller serves up a comprehensive overview of the Tibetan Buddhist path in bite-size modules, combining meditation, lively discussion and practical
iMproV niGht: See WED.12, 8-10 p.m.
CoMMunity dinner: Diners get to know their neighbors at a low-key, buffet-style meal organized by the Winooski Coalition for a Safe and Peaceful Community. O'Brien Community Center, Winooski, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; transportation available for seniors. Info, 655-4565.
Make stuFF!: See WED.12, 6-9 p.m. open knit & CroChet: Stitch and tell: Fiber fans work on current projects in good company. Kaleidoscope Yarns, Essex Junction, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 288-9200.