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dance
'Flicker': Middlebury College students showcase choreography reflective of their personal experiences and individual voices. Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168.
education
language
Beginner spanish lessons: Newcomers develop basic competency en español. 57 Charlotte Street, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. $20. Info, 3241757, gsyaranga@gmail.com.
montréal
Burlington gap Year Fair: Students learn about service and learning opportunities between high school and college — including interning, volunteering and studying abroad. South Burlington High School, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7000.
'Bhopal': See WED.29, 8 p.m. iglooFest: An an igloo village and electronic music from top DJs draw crowds by the thousands to this popular outdoor festival. Jacques-Cartier Quay in the Old-Port of Montréal, Montréal, 6:30-midnight. $15-20; $40 weekend pass; for ages 18 and up. Info, 514-904-1247.
film
music
'lawrence oF araBia': Peter O'Toole stars as British Army officer T. E. Lawrence in David Lean's 1962 masterpiece. Town Hall Theatre, Woodstock, 7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 457-3981.
food & drink
Downton aBBeY Dinner & etiquette lesson: See WED.29, 6:30 p.m. komBucha: Suzanna Bliss of Rooted Wisdom demonstrates how to make this beneficial fermented tea. Bring a wide-mouth, half-gallon Mason jar to take a starter home. City Market, Burlington, 5-6:30 p.m. $5-10; preregister at citymarket.coop; limited space. Info, 861-9700.
games
open BriDge game: Players of varying experience levels put strategic skills to use. Vermont Room, Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 462-3373.
health & fitness
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eric smith: Drawing on the history of computation and 30 years of experience, the lecturer presents "The Next 700 Programming Languages." Room 101, uVM Perkins Hall, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, meetup.com.
theater
national theatre live: 'coriolanus': A broadcast production of Shakespeare's tragedy stars Tom Hiddleston opposite Mark Gatiss in a dark tale of political manipulation and revenge. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $10-17; preregister. Info, 382-9222. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $16-24. Info, 748-2600. 'other Desert cities': See WED.29, 7:30 p.m.
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20-30-somethings Book group: Bibliophiles swap ideas about Piper Kerman's Orange is the New Black: My Year in a Women's Prison. Healthy Living Market and Café, South Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. Book Discussion: 'health care & humanitY': Readers chat with Linda Bland about Marianne Paget's A Complex Sorrow: Reflections on Cancer and an Abbreviated Life. Morristown Centennial Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 888-2616. Book sale: See WED.29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. greg DelantY: The poet and St. Michael's College professor presents So Little Time: Words and Images for a World in Climate Crisis. See calendar spotlight. Pomerleau Alumni Center, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2795. renegaDe reaDing series: Emerging writers from Vermont and beyond share their work. Live music by Dark Green Folk follows. ArtsRiot Gallery, Burlington, 7 p.m. Donations. Info, 267-467-2812.
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Franklin storY hour: Preschoolers convene for tales, songs and crafts. Haston Library, Franklin, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 285-6505. music with Derek: Traditional and original folk inspires preschoolers up to age 5 to bust out song-and-dance moves. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free; limited to one session per week per family. Info, 878-4918. music with mr. chris: Singer, storyteller and puppeteer Chris Dorman entertains tykes and parents alike. Buttered Noodles, Williston, 1010:30 a.m. Free. Info, 764-1810. reaD with arlo: Lit lovers share stories with the therapy dog and his owner, Brenda. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 3-4 p.m. Free; preregister for a 20-minute time slot. Info, 223-3338.
Financial aiD Forms workshop: Students and their parents join VSAC representatives to learn about the college financial aid process and tackle related paperwork. A Q&A session follows. See vsac.org for details. Colchester High School, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 864-8581.
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Bio-inDiviDualitY & epigenetics workshop: Holistic health coach Sarah Richardson discusses theories and current research related to aging and familial health traits. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 223-8000, ext. OH AN 202. PE R SS ON communitY healing circle: Likeminded attendees join Raphael Groton in an evening based on loving, pure intentions. Spirit Dancer Books & Gifts, Burlington, 6:308:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 660-8060. Forza: the samurai sworD workout: Students sculpt lean muscles and gain mental focus when performing basic strikes with wooden replicas of the weapon. North End Studio A, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. $10. Info, 578-9243. 'Yoga on church street' FunDraiser: A vinyasa class led by Kerry Fantelli supports the annual event, which raises awareness about Prevent Child Abuse Vermont programs and services. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Donations. Info, ldiamond@uvm.edu.
viDa guitar quartet: The internationally recognized foursome brings a varied program to the stage, featuring gypsy-inspired music from Spain and more. See calendar spotlight. Casella Theater, Castleton State College, 7 p.m. $10-15. Info, 468-1119.