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< letters> NOT YOUR PARENTS’ GODDARD It is a testament to Goddard’s storied history that so many myths and so much misinformation about the college persist. We feel compelled to correct some assertions made by Jernigan Pontiac in his “Hackie” column [“Road Tripping with Sleepy Linda,” May 6]. Most egregious of his errors is the statement that “…the school lost 90 percent of its enrollment and nearly folded.” Yes, in June 2002, Goddard closed its residential undergraduate program and enrollment declined. Goddard’s pioneer low-residency adult degree program remained vibrant. With enrollment higher today than it has been since the 1970s, Goddard is still growing with two new programs here, and a second campus in Port Townsend, Washington. Regarding degrees in “candlemaking,” Goddard has never had such degrees. Have the passions of creative students been respected and encouraged at Goddard when other, more traditional colleges rejected them? Yes, and we are proud of that. Has Goddard remained true to its mission of progressive education, along with rigorous academic standards? Yes, and that is why we are accredited by NEASC ... Goddard is not for everyone. But for the vast majority of students, young and not-so-young, a Goddard education is nothing short of transformational. Visit Goddard and make up your own mind. That is what Goddard students are encouraged to do every day. rom to room bw ad 7 days

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Schulman is president of Goddard. PARANOID OR PRACTICAL? Normally, I don’t read your publication, but a coworker passed me the [May 6] edition at lunch. I was rather surprised by what I have to say is a well-written, nonpanicked piece about the need to be prepared for a disruption of normal life [“The Pandemic Pantry”] with one of the first steps, which is to have a week or more of food on hand. I also liked how you urged your readers to do this, while implying on several occasions that those of us who have been saying this for several decades are paranoid conspiracy theorists. As someone whom you might describe in that manner, I’d like to say that we’ve been composting and using handcollected heirloom seeds and having our own organic gardens and livestock long before it was cool. We baked bread, made cheese and yogurt, and grew sprouts. We’ve also talked about alternative energy and getting away from oil, before it leads us into a war we’ll never get out of, since the ’70s. We predicted the infringement of civil rights in the name of national security since the ’60s, and the possibility of agricultural failure due to industrial farming, and the dangers of letting financial companies have control over the regulations that affect them. We’ve been fixing our own stuff rather than replacing it, and riding bikes or walking when we could, too... Guess what, hippies: You’re all

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decisions made in Washington and in the global financial markets.” True enough. But few are more skilled than Douglas at beating up the Democrats with their own ideas. The dynamic duo of Speaker Shap Smith and Majority Leader Floyd Nease could deliver three veto overrides in one session: same-sex marriage, the budget and a bill promoting renewable energy. Douglas’ veto of a bill holding the owners of Vermont Yankee responsible for shoring up the plant’s decommissioning fund is expected to stand.

Douglas was about to RIF Anson Tebbetts. yep, of the 320 workers being handed pink slips, “Deputy Secretary of Agriculture” was one of them. Douglas unveiled a revised budget plan late Tuesday, but the details are largely irrelevant. Why? Rhetoric. The guv keeps saying the Dems’ budget raises too much in taxes, cuts too little and puts off hard choices. The Dems say the guv is trying to solve a three-year problem by forcing state government to make dramatic cuts and layoffs in one year. They say his budget lets the wealthy off the hook. Each side will now see who blinks first. It looks like blinkmanship, er, brinksmanship has supplanted leadership in Vermont. And what if there’s no budget by June 30? Vermont’s been there, done that. Once. It was 1961 and Republican F. Ray Keyser Jr. was governor. The legislature didn’t adjourn until August 1 that year — the date they gave final approval to a state budget. So, how’d they fund essential services? State Archivist Gregory Sanford said lawmakers fast-tracked a bill in the last couple days of June that appropriated $5 million, “or so much thereof that may be necessary,” to cover the spending gap. The temporary spending bill was approved June 28. Wow, $5 million. That’s pocket change these days. Lunch money. Ironically, the 1961 session’s gridlock gave birth to Vermont’s modern Democratic Party. In 1963, Democrat Phil Hoff made Keyser a one-term governor and became the first of his party ever elected Vermont’s chief executive. Almost 50 years later, not much has changed. The race for governor in 2010 is what it’s all about right now, not just differences over line items in a budget. “I don’t think he’s going to get the leadership back to the table,” notes political observer Eric Davis, a retired Middlebury College prof. “I think he’s decided that this can be just as successful as a campaign issue in 2010 … even though how Vermont’s economy does in the next 18 months will not be affected by decisions made in Montpelier but by

“If Douglas ends up losing multiple vetoes, it could empower the Democrats to push a more far-reaching agenda in 2010,” said Davis. “And I could see Speaker Smith and the gubernatorial candidate working in a coordinated way so the sort of things that the candidate is talking about on the campaign trail are being passed by the legislature. Even if [Douglas] vetoes them, it would be an effective approach.” A Democratic legislature and Democratic gubernatorial candidate joining forces to oust a Republican governor? That’d be a first. And They’re Off! — Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Sen. Doug Racine (D-Chittenden) met with key Progressives Saturday in hopes of avoiding a split ticket on the left in 2010. “We need to work together,” he told “Fair Game.” If not, a split left might well help reelect Douglas. Again. About 50 Progs gathered at the Old Labor Hall in Barre to hear Racine speak for about an hour, said Morgan Daybell, executive director of the Progressive Party. “There was nothing conclusive,” said Daybell, “but, to his credit, he is reaching out to Progressives.” Some Progressives are still miffed that Democrats snubbed Anthony Pollina in 2007, when the Prog tried to seek Democratic support in his run for governor. The Dems ended up running one of their own: outgoing House Speaker Gaye Symington. In a Saturday letter to members of the state Democratic Committee, Racine’s chief rival at the moment — Secretary of State Deb Markowitz — said Democrats shouldn’t worry about what the Progs do. “That being said, what we learned in 2009 is that, working together, the Democrats and Progressives can make history,” she noted to fellow Dems. “Think about it: Marriage equality would

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on right now is August 1,” Donovan said. “That’s my wedding day.” His SA term ends in 2010, and he’s got time to consider his options. As with marriage, only fools jump in, right? No fool is the awardwinning blogger, novelist and UVM English prof Philip Baruth. The 47-year-old publisher of Vermont Daily Briefing filed papers Monday to run for Chittenden County Senate in 2010. Given its size, Chittenden County is a tough race for a newcomer. That’s one reason Baruth is announcing early. Very early. Baruth was elected to a two-year seat on the Burlington School Board in March and serves on the board’s finance committee. Before that he was on the Obama bandwagon before there was a band or a wagon. With George W. Bush out of the picture, he’s set his sights closer to home. “The Bush years are gone, but the Douglas years are still with us,” notes Baruth. “We are seeing opportunities pass us by because of his inaction.” Don’t underestimate Baruth. His smiling mug on VDB belies — or indicates? — killer political skills. You could even

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say Baruthless. His surprise victory last summer against 50 bare-knuckle politicos for one of three Obama delegate slots to the DNC convention in Denver is still being analyzed by the experts. It’s the stuff of legend. We wish him the best of luck, anyway. Anchors Away! — The revolving door between the media and the administration of Gov. Douglas took another swing last week, when a top official announced he was leaving public service to join a news organization. Anson Tebbetts, the deputy secretary of agriculture and a former WCAX-TV reporter, is succeeding veteran WCAX-TV news director and nightly anchor Marselis Parsons. Parsons announced last week he’s giving up a position he’s held since 1984. He’s been with Channel 3 since 1967. Parsons will remain in the anchor’s chair through the summer. After that he’ll turn over his on-air duties to Darren Perron, who will co-anchor the 6 p.m. news with Kristin Kelly. Tebbetts will take over Parsons’ behind-the-scenes duties. Douglas said, “Anson has been an invaluable member of my team. His knowledge, enthusiasm and commitment

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Roberta Coffin, one of Davis’ predecessors as health commissioner, expresses confidence in her fellow pediatrician. “I know she’ll rise to the challenges,” says Coffin, who has watched Davis develop for many years. Coffin was Vermont health commissioner in the 1970s when Davis, then a recent graduate of the University of Virginia, worked for a short stint in the health department’s original swine-flu program. Dr. Deb Richter, leader of a Ver-

inspiring not only to his middle daughter but to the creators of “M*A*S*H.” “Hawkeye” may actually have been a fictional amalgam of many field surgeons who labored under sometimes surreal and always difficult circumstances during the Korean War in the early 1950s. But as she watched the TV series “M*A*S*H” (a takeoff on the movie of the same name) on CBS in the ’70s and ’80s, the commissioner recalls, “I’d see certain aspects of

For someone in the midst of both a public-health and fiscal emergency, Davis is surprisingly calm — a quality she might have inherited from her doctor dad, who was the inspiration for the Hawkeye character on “M*A*S*H.” mont campaign in support of a single-payer health insurance system, agrees that Davis is handling the health department as effectively as can be expected. “They’re doing a great job with a small budget,” Richter says. “They’re constantly being given added work without any added staff. I’m proud to be in Vermont because of how well the health department operates.” Slender and quick to smile, Davis has a self-effacing manner that doesn’t entirely cloak her selfassurance. She says she brings to the health department the same determination that marked her 25 years of doctoring — mostly at University Pediatrics and later at Timberlane Pediatrics. “I’m driven in my job,” she declares. “I start by deciding what’s the right thing to do for a patient and a family. You’ll then run into barriers that may be difficult to surmount, but you always do your best to overcome them.” Davis identifies Coffin as a mentor, but it’s clear that her father, retired trauma surgeon John Davis, has been the most influential figure in her life. And he proved

that character and say ‘that’s John Davis.’” He moved his wife and three daughters from Cleveland to Burlington in 1969 to take up the chairmanship of the surgery department at the University of Vermont’s College of Medicine. Wendy accompanied her father to the hospital on Sunday mornings and waited and watched at the nurses’ station while he went about his duties, she remembers. “He was very influential in my decision to become a physician,” Davis says. After being stricken with a disease in 1986 that left him a paraplegic, John Davis also helped cultivate in his doctor daughter “a deeper appreciation of what life is like for people with chronic illnesses and disabilities,” she notes. Davis credits her mother, now 84, with “holding the family together” while acting as the primary caregiver to her father. She says she chose to become a pediatrician rather than a surgeon because “I love having that kind of connection with families.” Davis and her husband John Mahoney, a seventh-grade social studies teach-

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er in Georgia, Vermont, do not have children, but the pediatric practice enabled her to play a role in the development of many patients from infancy to teenhood. “One of the great aspects of doing pediatrics in Burlington, as opposed to, say, Cleveland or New York City, is that there’s continuity with many of the families you see,” Davis points out. “She’s a real old-fashioned doctor,” says Cheryl Hanna, a Vermont Law School faculty member who entrusted her two young children to Davis’ care at Timberlane. “She

individuals to take responsibility for their own well-being. His health blueprint emphasizes preventive measures such as exercise, nutrition and avoidance of tobacco consumption and heavy drinking. That approach squares with Davis’ own. “We all have a role in taking responsibility for both personal health and community health,” she says. “Health care isn’t only about hospitals and doctors.” At the same time, Davis suggests that health care in America, including Vermont, requires “a system-wide overhaul.” And a

overweight and tobacco use.” One of her main goals as commissioner, she adds, is to help make health care in Vermont more equitable. The state does have the expertise needed to reach that goal, she says. “It’s truly exciting to be working with a legislature and an administration with a deep understanding of health reform. I don’t think you find that in every state.” The health-care model that Vermont is building “could be scalable to the rest of the country,” Davis suggests. She says the encourag-

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successful transformation won’t be achieved, she remarks, unless there’s “financial and payment reform.” Davis wouldn’t say whether she sees the single-payer model as the best alternative to the health system as currently constituted. She did suggest that private insurers MVP and Blue Cross/Blue Shield have been “good partners” in Vermont’s efforts to address issues that fall under the heading of health equity. Davis says it’s simply a fact that lower-income Vermonters are “less likely to have access to health care and are more likely to experience chronic disease related to being

ing progress occurring here is being monitored in Washington, and represents a key reason why the Obama administration recently chose to hold one of its healthcare summits in Vermont. Davis says she decided, reluctantly, to give up her pediatric practice for the opportunity to have a broad impact on publichealth policy in the state — and, indirectly, in the country as a whole. “I do miss my practice,” she acknowledges. “I can definitely see myself doing it again one day. I don’t see myself moving into politics as an elected official, but I do see continuing to work in public health. It’s just so important.” 

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magine it: a replica of the Globe Theater on the edge of a popular baseball field in the white-clapboarded village of Greensboro. Sound farfetched? Maybe, but the idea is no more whimsical than, say, a circus compound in Craftsbury (circus Smirkus), a theater beside a sheep pasture in Marshfield (Unadilla Theater), or world-famous puppeteers (Bread and Puppet) on a farm in Glover. Greensboro is home to one of the most exclusive summer-resident enclaves in Vermont. If New York City-based actor-director — and part-time Greensboro resident Addy Independent — Sabra Jones mcAteer has her 2 column 4.25 x 4” way, it will get its own theater company and 5/09a version of the Globe to boot. The building project is officially offstage at the moment, but James Sowles, another summer resident, has offered to donate a 4-acre parcel behind the baseball field for the Shakespearean theater in the round. McAteer says her nonprofit group, the Greensboro Arts Alliance and residency, is moving forward slowly on the project, in part to gauge the community’s reaction. “We want to make sure the town wants it,” she says. At this point, no one seems to know how the softball-loving locals will react to an Elizabethan structure just beyond the outfield. But one thing is certain: Because the site includes a wetland, the group will need to seek an Act 250 permit, according to Sowles. In the meantime, GAAR is providing an outlet for residents’ thespian tendencies. McAteer, who recently bought a house on Main Street, has enlisted local talent for a series of dramatic readings for two years running. This year she’s embarked on an ambitious summer schedule that includes “table” readings of Romeo and Juliet and The Cherry Orchard and a staged reading of The Importance of Being Earnest. GAAR’s tour de force will be a full-stage production of a new adaptation of Peter Pan. It’s an ambitious schedule, given that McAteer has a full-time gig in New York City as founder and artistic director of the Mirror Rep-

ertory Company, which just staged John Colton’s play The Shanghai Gesture at the Julia Miles Theater. Why bother with small-time community theater in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom? What interests McAteer is the raw enthusiasm and personal commitment that amateurs bring to a production, she says. That’s what led her to a career in teaching and repertory theater in the first place.

Players. Hickey is directing the theatrical readings for GAAR. She says one of the advantages of a table reading for a play such as Romeo and Juliet is that voice carries the day. You don’t have to rely on physical type to cast the part. In theory, a 40-year-old mother of five could play a 14-year-old Juliet. “It sort of doesn’t matter what someone looks like as long as they have verve and can throw them-

No one seems to know how the softball-loving locals will react to an elizabethan structure just beyond the outfield. McAteer, who grew up in a small town outside Los Angeles, left California at 18 to study acting at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. She performed the lead in Butterflies Are Free, and soon afterward met and married John Strasberg, son of Lee Strasberg, who was the longtime artistic director of the Actors Studio. Many a future movie star developed his or her method-acting chops at that famous nonprofit “laboratory.” In 1983, McAteer and John Strasberg founded the Mirror Repertory Company. (The two are now divorced.) “I began to teach acting and discovered that I really liked working with people who were interested in the art of acting as opposed to being famous; [people] who were serious about it, who viewed it as a craft to be learned, just like with learning to play the piano or singing opera or anything else,” McAteer recalls. “It’s a real skill worth knowing, and it’s rewarding in and of itself.” Her satellite program in Greensboro is an extension of that philosophy. One of the first thespians she met there was rosann hickey, a longtime Vermont director and actor who has staged productions for Unadilla and the lamoille county

selves into it,” Hickey says. (She suggests that sometimes it helps to close your eyes as you listen.) What Hickey finds particularly gratifying about GAAR’s theater productions is that participants let normal social boundaries — age and social status — fall away as they perform under the spell of a play. “The guy who handles your recycling could be Benvolio,” she notes. And the gal who plays Juliet might be a professional actress from New York. This, too, is part of McAteer’s vision. She hopes eventually to bring members of the Mirror Repertory Company to Greensboro for mixed productions with local actors. Wonder how that would play out in the round? readings of The Triumph of Love, July 31; Romeo and Juliet, August 14; The Cherry Orchard, September 7, all at 7 p.m., at the Greensboro library, presented by the Greensboro Arts Alliance and residency. full production of Peter Pan, August 14-17, at the mcIntyre Barn, times TBA. Staged reading of The Importance of Being Earnest, August 28 & 29, 8 p.m., at the United church of christ. www.mirrorrepertory.com.

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cent release from Kasini House Books, History of the Northern Vermont Artist Association, is modest in size for a group in its 79th year. The 24-page, 5.5-by-7.5inch book, really a chapbook, is written in a straightforward manner by NVAA’s current president, Jericho artist and art teacher Robert Waldo Brunelle Jr. In fact, the seventh-generation Vermonter has been prez since 1995. He’s also the witty editor of the NVAA newsletter, “Artifacts,” and maintains its website. But if that suggests a one-man show, the NVAA is not; its fluctuating membership (upwards of 250) puts up three major group shows a year, at Jericho’s Red Mill Gallery, Burlington’s Union Station and — the annual juried exhibit — Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. Past members whose names are sprinkled throughout the book loom large in Vermont’s art history, including Francis Colburne, Georgia Balch, Harold Boutillier and Barbara Smail. Though, as the book laments, a gallery of its own has eluded the NVAA, claiming the mantle of the state’s oldest continuing arts organization is noteworthy. Which is apparently what publisher Ric Kasini Kadour thought, too. Incidentally, author-artist Brunelle has a current solo exhibit at Red Square in Burlington. He hawked his book at the opening earlier this month. If you missed that and would like to snag a copy, visit www. northernvtartists.org or www.kasinihouse.com. — PAMeLA POLSTON

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Given the irreverent single panels Harry Bliss inks for pubs ranging from the New Yorker to Seven Days, one might expect his first comic book to be risqué. It’s not — because the 32-page Luke on the Loose, published in April by TOON Books, is aimed at kids ages 4 and up.

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terrible toll. Before he left, his students begged him to tell their story to the world. “I had made a lot of notes,” he recalls, “just because it was flaming in my brain.” The original version of the play, which he performed himself, included lots of rap poetry. When his old college buddy, cinematographer Caleb Deschanel, started working on the script with an eye toward pitching a screen adaptation, it was a wrap for the rapping. “He said, ‘You know your arty friends in Montpelier love that stuff,’” Moore recalls. “‘But if we’re going for television, the most we’re going to get away with is Spalding Gray-type storytelling.’” Deschanel directs the current stage version. To open and close the show, he has added brief video footage, shot in Shanghai when he visited Moore there in 1988. “Smokestacks and schoolyards and riverscapes” and rushing torrents of bicyclists help set the scene. Moore realizes that the passage of two decades changes how the play will be perceived. “Ultimately, if it lives, it’s going to live not as a political story but as a personal story,” he reflects. “Most of the audiences now won’t remember or never knew what the Tiananmen politics were about. They won’t know that everybody in America was glued to their television sets as those tanks were rolling into the square.” Burning in China, directed by Caleb Deschanel, produced by Lost Nation Theater. City Hall Auditorium, Montpelier. May 21-23, Thursday at 7 p.m., and Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m. $20-25. lostnationtheater.org

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Hot-Smelling Teens Authorities in Lakewood, Colo., asked schoolteachers, principals and parents to discourage youngsters from viewing more than 200 YouTube videos showing Axe Body Spray being used as a flamethrower. “Nearly a dozen young people are facing a range of charges after using the popular teenage cologne to set things on fire, including themselves,” a news release from West Metro Fire Rescue stated. “Recently, several young people have been investigated by fire officials after lighting classmates’ clothing on fire and using it as a flamethrower to ignite other items. In one instance, bushes next to an apartment caught fire and spread to the building.” Joy-Riding Follies Kile Wygle,

28, was hospitalized in Newark, Ohio, after crashing his vehicle — a motorized barstool powered by a dismantled lawn mower. The Newark Advocate reported that Wygle, who was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated after admitting he had consumed 15 beers, told investigating officers the barstool had a top speed of 38 mph. • Authorities in Sun City Center, Fla., reported a rash of souped-up golf carts speeding on public roads. About 25 percent of area residents own golf carts, which are street legal so long as they don’t go faster than 19 mph. But sheriff’s Deputy Rob Thornton told the St. Petersburg Times he gets calls every week about speeding golf carts, mostly from other golf-cart drivers. Sun City Golf & Cars accommodates requests for more powerful motors but makes customers sign a waiver promising they won’t use the golf carts on public roads. “You have

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Spelling Counts Two-thirds of Americans think that spelling among adults is on the decline, with about a quarter admitting that they are bad spellers themselves, according to a study by the London-based Spelling Society. The most troublesome word for men, misspelled by 78 percent on occasion, is “friend;” for women, more than half couldn’t spell “liaison” correctly. The society, founded in 1908 to raise awareness of problems caused by irregularities in English spelling, advocates a regular spelling system for the United States and Britain, a move favored by 40 percent of those surveyed. Ten percent said it’s government’s responsibility to help Americans improve their spelling. • Birmingham, England’s second-largest city, decided to drop apostrophes from all its street signs, declaring they’re confusing and old-fashioned. “Apostrophes denote possessions that are no longer accurate and are not needed,” said Councilor Martin Mullaney, who heads the city’s transport scrutiny committee. “More importantly, they confuse people,” as well as GPS units, including those used by emergency services. Jenny Hodge, an official with satellite navigation equipment maker TomTom, disputed Mullaney’s claim, explaining that GPS units accommodate addresses with and without apostrophes. A test by the Associated Press backed her up.

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t the country club, there is no last call at the clubhouse bar. The bartender will stay until the very last barfly calls it a night. Membership — which costs, I understand, a pretty penny — has its privileges. “Want a refill on that, sir?” the young bartender respectfully addressed me as I sat on a comfy stool at the far end of the bar. “Sure thing, that’ll be great,” I replied. “Thanks, buddy.” I wasn’t here as a regular. Like Groucho Marx, I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member. I’m lying. The truth is, I couldn’t afford it. Also, though I have many baneful habits, golf is one I’ve thus far managed to avoid. No, I found myself belly up to the bar because a regular taxi customer had summoned me for a ride home but failed to anticipate that the Celtics-Bulls playoff game would go into triple overtime. So

When Vladdy’s hitting the local taverns, he drinks the best imported vodka in the house and calls me when he’s done. there I sat, staring up at the flat screen behind the bar while drinking seltzer with Big Vladdy and his cohorts. Actually, I was the only one drinking seltzer. A middle-aged guy with a barrel chest, shaggy, salt-and-pepper hair and an easy laugh, Vladimir is a Russian émigré who arrived in Burlington in the ’90s. I don’t know what he did in Russia — I’m not sure I want to know — but he’s done well for himself in his adopted country with his real estate development company. In the hill section of the New North End, up Van Patten Parkway and within sight of the Ethan Allen tower, Vladdy has built an attractive, capacious home for himself and his young blonde wife. I’ve driven them out together and witnessed how he dotes on her. In reciprocation, perhaps, she allows him his many nights out with the boys. When Vladdy’s hitting the local taverns or the country club bar, he drinks the best imported vodka in the house and calls me when he’s done. For the record, I’ve never seen him with a driver or putter in his hand; I think he joined the club for the top-notch bar, the camaraderie and the business contacts — in that order. “Oh, yeah!” I said, sort of to the bartender, who was gazing at the TV with me as one of the Celtics players hit an improbable three-point shot from the corner. “Ray Allen is unconscious tonight.” “Look, look, look — here’s what I’m saying.” One of Vladimir’s barstool associates was attempting to make a point. “Obama is killing the economy. Do y’understand? It’s frickin’ socialism. The only way to get things back on track is to cut taxes and let the free market do its thing.”

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“Yeah — right, Jim,” one of his friends replied. “But can we watch the goddamn game, like, for a minute?” “Capitalism is greatest accomplishment in all mankind!” Vladimir proclaimed, with all the passion of a true believer. A grim childhood in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics will do that to you. “That’s what I’m talking ’bout!” Jim seconded the opinion. “Vladdy, you are the man. I mean, all this regulation is bullshit. In some Asian countries, anybody can work. You can be just a kid and earning a living.” This guy is the genuine article, I thought as, for the first time, I noticed the Wall Street Journals and Forbes magazines strewn on the tables of the room. What a brilliant thesis on child labor laws. The man is a tad to the right of Tom DeLay. “How about it?” Jim continued his rant. “Any other capitalists willing to speak up, for chrissake?” One of the gang reached over and draped an arm around Jim’s shoulders. “Can I tell you something?” he said in a faux tender voice, giving his pal a little squeeze. “I say this with all due respect: Jim, you are a genius, but could you shut the fuck up and watch the fucking basketball game?” With that, the entire bar exploded in laughter. Men are men, I thought as I watched the action off to the side, whether it’s the local business elite at the fancy private club or the working-class stiffs tippling at the Olde Northender. Finally, the game ended in a frustrating Celtics loss. I shuffled over to Vladimir, who looked up at me with a mixture of surprise and delight. “Jernigan, what you doing here, my friend?” “Well, Vladdy, I’ve been here close to an hour. You told me to wait, and you’d take a cab ride when the game was over.” “Mr. Jimmy said he give me ride home tonight.” With a different customer, this would have qualified as a seriously sticky situation. But I’d been here before with Vlad, and I knew there wouldn’t be a problem. He asks a lot of me as a cab driver, but he never fails to hold up his part of the unspoken bargain. And by that I mean one thing: He tips big time. “Here’s the situation,” I said to Vlad with a smile. “Number one: Jim is in no shape to drive, either. Number two: You had me wait an hour, brother.” “OK — no problem, my friend.” Vlad capitulated immediately, placing a big paw on my shoulder. “I will go with you. But I have a favor to ask. Can we stop at dat kabob shop downtown? I am hungry.” “Vladdy, my friend,” I replied, “we can stop anywhere you’d like.” m

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t’s a full bus today. Some 30 people, most of them over 70, have embarked on a trip across the border. Bill Greenwood, co-owner of Green Mountain Tours LLC with his wife, Paula, makes sure everyone has a passport or two forms of ID before they leave their stops in Winooski, Milton, St. Albans and Swanton. Green Mountain Tours offers two-week trips to Ireland and Scotland for as little as $3600, and hosts on-site historical lectures by Howard Coffin. But today is somewhat less culturally enlightening. This crew is headed to Casino Montréal. The largest gaming site in Québec, the casino is housed in the futuristic, flag-topped former Pavillon de la France from the 1967 World’s Fair, known to most as Expo 67. The five-floor building is the workplace of more than 3500 people. When the Vermonters arrive on a Saturday at 9:30 a.m. to find a near-empty casino, about 1200 Montréalers are already at work there, says manager Donald Bilodeau. Casino Montréal opened in 1993, and Green Mountain Tours has been bussing Vermonters there ever since. “It’s mostly regulars,” says Greenwood, who fears that with new border regulations, “it’s gonna quiet right down. Most seniors can’t afford a passport or enhanced license.” That wouldn’t suit Marilyn, a Colchester resident who prefers not to reveal her last name; she’s been hopping on the bus since the casino’s inception. Marilyn used to travel several times a year to gamble in Atlantic City, but now she does most of her gaming through Green Mountain Tours. “We go to Saratoga and Akwesasne sometimes, too,” she says. “I like this because it’s a shorter trip and more convenient.” Brown-haired Marilyn warms up in a zippy, candy-pink jacket, while naturally gray Jeri — her seatmate and twin sister — complements her in powder blue. The youngest of 11 kids, the twins are also among the babies of today’s group at 68. Marilyn says she makes the trip to Casino Montréal “pretty much every month,” while Jeri only goes three or four times a year.

“I don’t go as much because I’m not lucky that way,” Jeri explains. “She likes to talk,” says Marilyn. “Shut up!” interjects Jeri, before covering her mouth in embarrassment. A few rows up sits the live wire of the group, Barbara Ward, 83. After getting on the bus in St. Albans, she excitedly discloses, “I can’t spend too much money, because on Monday I’m going to Foxwoods [in Connecticut] for three days. I’m going with them to Mohegan Sun, too.” Ward’s husband, though a gambling man, isn’t on the bus, having contented himself with a weekly lotto ticket. “He won last week,” says Ward, meaning his usual numbers did. “But he forgot to play.” Greenwood, a man of little more than 5 feet, interrupts to pass out mini chocolatechip-and-peanut-butter cookies from a Christmas tin and offer small bottles of Poland Spring, also complimentary. The appearance of food prompts Ward to fill us in on the food situation at Casino Montréal. “They have wonderful Reuben sandwiches,” she says. “But they’re huge. I can’t finish it, and I don’t want to carry it with me all day. When my husband’s here I get one.” Whispers about smoked-meat sandwiches pass through the bus like a game of telephone that will last for several more minutes. Ward already has other things on her mind, “[When] I’m playing good, I don’t eat anything,” she explains. “If you don’t eat, you can bring chocolate bars!” The border crossing is painless. A few minutes up the road, around Henryville, Ward spots an unofficial attraction. “There’s a big yard sale! Stop the bus!” she calls to the driver, nearly jumping out of her seat. As we cross onto the Quai MarcDrouin, a hush descends. Palpable tension fills the air, as if the whole crew were about to star in a play. Greenwood points out the sights, such as HABITAT 67, the simultaneously surreal and cubist apartment complex that once housed employees of the fair. The American Pavilion stands like Spaceship Earth’s skeleton, a biosphere that looms unexpectedly even in these strange surroundings.

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Greenwood’s knowledge of the site of the Exposition is encyclopedic. During the actual Expo 67, he worked at the Vermont Pavilion, educating visitors on the state’s history and agriculture. Today he’s still in Vermont, despite disparaging it as “the worst state in the country.” Lushly flowered, the grounds of the casino seem to stretch forever, but eventually we come to the special garage for tour buses. Before getting off to refill her casino card, Ward discloses that she’s headed for a slot machine called Double Diamonds. “I don’t have much luck with the penny machines,” she adds. In return for their $30 up-front fee and suggested $3 or $4 tips for Greenwood and the bus driver, Green Mountain Tours’ clients get $10 to gamble and a coupon for $10 off at any of the casino’s four restaurants. That arrangement doesn’t appear to leave much of a profit margin, but “as a group, we get a lot of special coupons and such,” reveals Greenwood. Unlike many casinos with their seemingly unending expanses of glowing, clanking machines, Casino Montréal is composed of five floors full of nooks and crannies. It’s easy to get lost. Most of the Vermont gang stays on the first couple of floors. On Floor A, water flows beneath the glass walkway surrounding a large, Victorian-looking wrought-iron fountain. It’s picturesque, if you can ignore the coins and trash stuck along the edges. Among the smattering of early birds

not diminish the quality of the charcuterie beneath. For dessert, there’s a chocolate fountain and strawberries. Tiny applemousse cups with maple fruits at the bottom seem to go fast. With the $10 off, the ample offerings add up to only $9.99 before tax and tip. Now that it’s early afternoon, the gaming floor is better populated. Disappointed groans burst from slot jockeys as if from the grave. An eerily pale, sunglasses-sporting woman sticks out in the line of Japanese tourists at what appears to be the casino’s most popular attraction — the Banque Nationale money changers. Today Americans are getting 23 Canadian bucks for their $20. Time flies ever faster as the day trip draws to a close. Men bet on imaginary horses at the Royal Ascot table — outfitted with its own bar, Le Jardin d’Hiver. Keno players line up in chairs like prisoners in detention, no spots open. By now, there are 110 people staffing the poker and craps tables. Five-cent games such as Lucky Larry’s Lobstermania are among the only ones available. Don’t even try to get to Thai Treasures or the vaguely racist Deep Pockets, with its art depicting goofy, big-lipped Aborigines. By 3:30, most of the bus trippers from Vermont have already diligently lined up to depart, knowing Greenwood likes to keep things early. Marilyn has a little less money in her pocket. Jeri, who claimed to be the unluckier of the two, says she came

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out ahead this time. “We had a good day of entertainment,” says Marilyn. “We liked the 5-cent machines,” adds Jeri. One man, making his way back to his seat with the support of hand crutches, says he doesn’t mind that he is leaving with nothing. “It’s relaxing for me. I’m in the public eye all the time,” he opines. “I work at the salvage yard.” When the bus is moving, Greenwood once again passes out refreshments. He also hands riders a booklet of future tours and talks up an upcoming AC/DC show — perhaps to the wrong crowd. The booklet is filled with dates well into 2010. “Most of these people won’t be here then,” whispers one passenger. Ward travels in uncharacteristic silence. “I’m broke. I shoulda stayed home,” she says with a shake of her head. “I had plenty of work to do.” She is among several riders, including Greenwood, who complain that the casino has downsized to only 400 penny machines. “I’m disgusted when I don’t win,” Ward continues. “They got rid of a lot of machines I like.” On Monday, Jeri will return to work on the sales floor of her local Shaw’s. Her sister will answer phones at a chiropractor’s office. Ward, for her part, will be on her way to Connecticut to try her luck once again. Bonne chance! m

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Continuing Four and a half years after his near-fatal car crash, is Sen. Ed Flanagan still up to the job? story: Ken Picard images: Jeb Wallace-Brodeur

enator Ed Flanagan gazed out the window of the chamber for a long time, seemingly lost in thought. Behind him, President Pro Tem Peter Shumlin gaveled the Vermont Senate back into session after a brief recess. Flanagan appeared not to notice. With two days left in the regular legislative session, Shumlin had a stack of bills to get through before day’s end. Flanagan, who’s tall and thin and walks with an unsteady gait, returned to his desk slowly and thumbed through some papers. As Shumlin read each bill, he called for a voice vote: “All in favor, signify by saying aye.” The senators answered in a chorus of perfunctory ayes — except Flanagan, who sat silently through the votes, never looking up. Minutes later, Flanagan rose again and ambled back to the window, where he stared outside for another minute or two, then sat down in another senator’s empty chair and scribbled some notes to himself. Once again he stood up and returned to his own desk. Only when Shumlin announced a pair of bills, H.443 and H.452, did Flanagan look up. As the senator responsible for reporting those bills out of the Government Operations Committee, he rose to his feet and, in a slow and deliberate voice, read the remarks he’d jotted earlier. Flanagan explained that the proposed legislation gives a green light to routine charter amendments for the City of South Burlington and the Village of Essex Junction, respectively. The Senate quickly voted on both bills. The whole process took five minutes. One senator remarked later that it was the most he’d seen Flanagan speak on the floor all session. As Shumlin moved on to other business, Flanagan left the Senate chamber and shuffled up the circular staircase leading to the third-floor balcony. There, he removed his shoes and lay flat on his back for 45 minutes. Such unorthodox behavior is not unusual at the end of a legislative session — the long hours are grueling for everyone. But many people who interacted regularly with Flanagan reported he’d been acting strangely since the legislature convened in January. Echoing other anonymous sources, one observer of Montpelier politics put it this way: “It’s patently obvious to anyone who pays attention to what’s going on in the Statehouse that something is wrong.” Something certainly went horribly wrong on a November night in 2005, when Flanagan rolled his car on the way home from Montpelier on Interstate 89. The car descended into a ravine not far from the Richmond exit. Falling snow quickly obscured his tire tracks, and Flanagan’s car wasn’t found for another 18 hours. Suspended upside down from his

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SEN. ED FLANAGAN seatbelt in subfreezing temperatures, he most likely would have died had he not been spotted by a teen scouting for deer. The young man called 911. Flanagan spent more than three weeks in a coma and six months in the hospital undergoing rehab and physical therapy. Others might have resigned from their legislative post under similar circumstances, but Flanagan soldiered on and announced his return to the Statehouse in May 2006. According to all published accounts, his recovery from a traumatic brain injury was nothing short of miraculous, as it involved relearning how to walk, talk and swallow. Flanagan used his personal tragedy as a way to spotlight the silent epidemic of traumatic brain injuries in the United States; last year, he helped set up a statewide brain-injury support fund. Flanagan’s physical and mental challenges didn’t stop him from seeking a second, then a third term in the Vermont Senate. But during his campaign last fall, Seven Days received an email from a Burlington-area businessman suggesting Flanagan wasn’t fit to hold public office. The timing of the allegation was problematic: Regardless of its merit, questioning Flanagan’s competence two weeks before

the election would have amounted to political sabotage. This was particularly true since one of Flanagan’s competitors in that race, Progressive-Democrat Tim Ashe, is the live-in partner of Seven Days Publisher Paula Routly. On November 4, Flanagan was one of the top vote-getters in Chittenden County. Out of a field of 14 candidates vying for six Senate seats, he placed second; only fellow Democrat Doug Racine garnered more votes. Whatever his perceived limitations, Flanagan, a Harvard-educated lawyer who served four terms as state auditor, proved once again that he could still woo voters. In the months after his reelection, however, Statehouse lobbyists and staffers began sharing stories — invariably off the record — about Flanagan’s strange behavior: his tendency to wander the halls shoeless, to lie down and nap in unusual spots, to blurt out non sequiturs, and to appear inattentive during committee meetings. More troubling were the rumors that Flanagan sometimes seemed unsure which bills he was voting on — a claim that Seven Days could not verify. Why were Flanagan’s detractors reluctant to speak on the record? Because

lobbyists and their ilk are only as good as their access to legislators. To alienate a sitting senator would be, at best, undiplomatic — at worst, professional suicide. Health-care consultant Jeanne Keller — of the Burlington firm Keller and Fuller, Inc. — was one of the few who would speak about Flanagan for attribution. “I think anyone in the Statehouse can see that he appears to struggle harder on some days than others,” she said of her dealings with Flanagan on his other committee: Senate Health and Welfare. Flanagan’s Senate colleagues, including both his committee chairs, were more generous. While they acknowledged that Flanagan seems to grapple with physical discomfort resulting from his accident, mentally, they said, he’s as capable as ever. Sometimes it just takes him longer to gather his thoughts. Paul Burns, executive director of the Vermont Public Interest Research Group, noted that Flanagan, who serves on his board, is “certainly different than he was before. But just as one would be making a mistake in assuming that Senator Doyle, who’s now using a walker, isn’t still sharp as a tack, one would make a mistake in underestimating Senator Flanagan in this regard.”

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It’s worth noting, though, that in the process of interviewing numerous sources for this story, no one tried to dissuade me from pursuing it. One veteran lobbyist summed up the dilemma from a uniquely journalistic perspective: “It’s a good story, if anyone will talk to you. I doubt they will.”

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people is not really the public’s business,” Darren Allen advised me recently, “until it begins to affect their ability to do the public’s work.” Allen, a former reporter with the Vermont Press Bureau, speaks from personal experience. Several years ago, while still working in journalism, he began hearing stories that Senator James Jeffords was ill and “not on his game.” At the time, Jeffords had not yet announced his retirement. On July 16, 2006, the Times Argus/Rutland Herald published Allen’s article, “Jeffords: Who’s Running the Show?” In it, he revealed what was by then a widely known “secret” in Vermont’s political circles: that the 71-yearold junior senator from Vermont was suffering from an unspecified ailment that affected his memory. According to the article, Jeffords’ condition had deteriorated to the point where he was largely incapable of interacting with the public or the press without significant help from his staff. When the story came out, Jeffords’ staff was outraged, decrying it as inaccurate and over the top; Allen claims some even tried to get him fired. But Allen’s editors stood by the story, and their reporter. To this day, some of Jeffords’ former staffers won’t even look at Allen. Nevertheless, he believes the story needed to be told. “I contended then, and I contend now, that the central reason for doing that story was not to embarrass him but to inform the public,” Allen explains. “I’d like to say that I’m sorry if any feelings were hurt, but, as a reporter, my duty was to my readers. It’s never to the public official.” Allen was not the first reporter to write about Jeffords’ lapses in memory; allegations had been published nationally before Allen’s local exposé. In Flanagan’s case, there was less to go on. One longtime Montpelier politico recounted a recent incident in which, she claimed, she “stood behind [Flanagan] in Shaw’s one night, where he spent 10 minutes trying to decide whether to buy a bag of popcorn.” Another time, she claimed to have run into Flanagan at a convenience store near Capitol Plaza, where he appeared to have trouble calculating change from a dollar. A lobbyist who frequents one of Flanagan’s committees recalled an incident in which the senator allegedly dumped a whole jar of candies on the table during a hearing, played with them for a while, and then put them back in the jar.

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Another lobbyist told of an acquaintance who got a phone call from Flanagan asking her to retrieve a personal item for him. When the woman delivered it, Flanagan purportedly didn’t remember having made the phone call. The same lobbyist watched Flanagan “slide out of his chair, onto the floor and under the table in the middle of testimony.” She doesn’t “bother” lobbying Flanagan “because he doesn’t have much memory of our conversations, so there’s not much point.” The word “detached” came up frequently in people’s off-the-record descriptions of Flanagan. “I haven’t engaged him much. The few times I’ve tried to engage him, he’s declined to talk to me,” said Matt Levin of Vermonters for a Clean Environment. But appearing bored in committee, or brushing off a lobbyist, doesn’t qualify as evidence of mental impairment — quite the contrary, some would argue. In fact, others who worked closely with Flanagan this session defended his performance. Senator Jeannette White, the Windham County Democrat who chairs the Government Operations Committee, characterized her dealings with Flanagan as a “big-sister-little-brother relationship,” one in which they occasionally “fight like cats and dogs” but ultimately have a lot of respect for each other. Flanagan has acquired some “quirky habits,” White noted, such as removing his shoes during committee meetings and getting up frequently to look out the window

or leave the room. “I think some people are put off by that,” she conceded. “They may think he’s restless or not paying attention. But he’s listening. “And he doesn’t speak as much as he did before the accident,” White added. “Sometimes it takes him longer to get his words and thoughts to match. But when we have witnesses here, he’s very clear about being able to ask them questions.” Racine, who chairs the Senate Health and Welfare Committee, offered a similar assessment of Flanagan’s performance. He noticed that Flanagan looked “physically a little weaker this year than last year.” Flanagan’s back also bothers him, he added, which may explain why he lies down frequently; he’s often seen in the Statehouse carrying a lumbar pad for support. Flanagan also spoke less frequently in committee this year, Racine observed, and “still struggles with getting all the words out.” Nonetheless, the Chittenden County Democrat expressed confidence in Flanagan’s abilities to contribute to his committee and the Senate as a whole. “You can see that he’s still recovering,” Racine said. “But when you get out of the usual, frenetic pace of the Statehouse and just listen to him, his mind is working very clearly. It’s just the body that’s working slower than it normally would.” It’s not surprising that Flanagan’s fellow Democrats support him. But what about his Republican colleagues? Randy Brock,

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later, on the Senate floor. “I was surrounded by people who were, to me, heroes,” he said. “I used to just watch them in awe.” But it wasn’t an entirely idyllic upbringing. “My father was a tragic, violent alcoholic,” Flanagan recalled. “I grew up with the whole family contending with his alcoholism and occasional violence. It really screwed me up.” Only after he left home did Flanagan get his life together. After a postgraduate year at prep school, he attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he played football; he was eventually named an all-conference defensive end. “It wasn’t Penn State,” he said, “but we took it seriously.” After college, Flanagan went straight to Harvard Law, “basically, because I didn’t know what else to do.” Having spent many family vacations in St. Albans, Flanagan knew he’d eventually move to Vermont for good, which he did in 1988. Within a month of his arrival, Flanagan ran for elected office, as attorney general. “The press crucified me, and rightly so,” Flanagan remembered. “But it was a way to get my name out there, even if I was demolished.”

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DANCE FLICK: The release of White Chicks in 2004 really should have cost the Wayans clan their movie-production privileges. Nonetheless, Damien Dante Wayans makes his directorial debut with this spoof of dance competition films. Damon Wayans, Craig Wayans and Shoshanna Bush star. (83 min, PG-13. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace) NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN: Ben Stiller finds himself once again facing off against improbably threatening memorabilia in this sequel to the 2006 box office hit. Robin Williams and Owen Wilson once again costar, with Amy Adams. Shawn Levy once again directs. (100 min, PG. Big Picture, Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, Roxy, St. Albans Drive-In, Stowe, Sunset) SUGAR: Algenis Perez Soto stars in this drama about a Dominican pitcher who pursues his dream of playing major league ball in the United States. Michael Gaston costars. Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden (who also collaborated on Half Nelson) direct. (120 min, R. Roxy, Savoy) TERMINATOR SALVATION: Christian Bale takes a break from his Batman duties to resurrect this franchise by stepping into the role of John Connor, leader of the human resistance against Skynet and its army of killer machines. Sam Worthington, Anton Yelchin and Bryce Dallas Howard also star. McG (Charlie’s Angels) directs. (130 min, PG-13. Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, Roxy, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)

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I LOVE YOU, MANHHH1/2 John (Along Came Polly) Hamburg is the latest director to attempt to steal a piece of Judd Apatow’s bromance thunder with this laugher about a dude who realizes after proposing to his girlfriend that he needs to make a best friend if he wants a best man. Paul Rudd, Jason Segel and Rashida Jones star. (97 min, R. Roxy, Sunset) KNOWINGHH Apparently for lack of anything more artistically significant to do, Nicolas Cage continues his efforts to dominate the new and generally cretinous Cryptic Document Genre with this sci-fi film about a teacher who discovers a text from the 1950s predicting every major disaster of the past half-century. Wonder if that includes the actor’s cinematic faux pas. Rose Byrne and Terry Canniller co-star. Alex (I, Robot) Proyas directs. (115 min, PG-13. Sunset) MONSTERS VS. ALIENSHHH Seth Rogen, Hugh Laurie and Reese Witherspoon are among the voice cast in this bit of animated sci-fi family fun about a group of monsters thoughtful enough to band together and save humanity from an alien attack. Will Arnett’s in there, too. Conrad Vernon and Rob Letterman direct. In 3-D at Essex and Majestic. (94 min, PG. Capitol, Essex, Majestic) OBSESSEDH Idris Elba and Beyoncé Knowles are paired in director Steve Shill’s thriller about a man who appears to have it all — until he discovers he also has a female psycho stalker in his office. Ali Larter and Bruce McGill costar. (91 min, PG-13. Capitol, Majestic, Sunset) THE SECRET OF THE GRAINHHH1/2 From Tunisian writer-director Abdel Kechiche comes this award-winning 2007 drama about a poor and aging shipyard worker who dreams of opening a restaurant with the help of his fractured family. Habib Boufares, Alice Houri and Bruno Lochet star. (151 min, NR. Roxy; ends 5/21) SHALL WE KISS?HHH1/2 Two young people in committed relationships ponder whether they can safely release their feelings of mutual attraction in a smooch sans consequences in this French drama from writer-director Emmanuel Mouret. Starring Mouret, Virginie Ledoyen, Michaël Cohen and Julie Gayet. (96 min, NR. Palace; ends 5/21) SIN NOMBREHHH1/2 Paulina Gaitan stars in the story of a young Honduran woman who attempts a dangerous odyssey across Latin America with her father in hopes of entering the U.S. Costarring Edgar Flores and Diana Garcia. Written and directed by Cary Fukunaga. (96 min, R. Roxy) THE SOLOISTHHH1/2 Jamie Foxx stars in this fact-based drama in which a homeless man with a remarkable musical gift crosses paths with a writer who recognizes his talent and helps change his life. With Robert Downey Jr., Catherine Keener and Tom Hollander. Directed by Joe (Atonement) Wright. (105 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Capitol, Palace, Roxy)

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STAR TREKHHH The franchise continues to live long and prosper with this prequel to the classic ’60s series, in which Kirk and Spock take their maiden voyage on the U.S.S. Enterprise and clash over that whole human-vs.-Vulcan thing. Infinitives will be split. J. J. Abrams directs. With John Cho, Chris Pine, Karl Urban, Winona Ryder, Simon Pegg, Eric Bana and, yes, Leonard Nimoy. (122 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy, Sunset, Welden) TAKENHHHH A former CIA agent takes matters into his own hands when his daughter travels to Paris and is abducted by Albanian sex traders. Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace and Famke Janssen star. Pierre Morel directs. (91 min, PG-13. Sunset; ends 5/21) X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINEH1/2 Hugh Jackman reprises his role from the popular series in this prequel that explains, among other things, how a mutant with long, razor-sharp claws manages a successful romantic life. Liev Schreiber and Danny Huston costar. Gavin (Rendition) Hood directs. (107 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, Roxy, St. Albans DriveIn, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)

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FANBOYSHH In this comedy/drama set in 1998, five über-geeky Star Wars fans take a road trip to George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch in an effort to view The Phantom Menace before anyone else. With Sam Huntington, Chris Marquette, Dan Fogler, Kristen Bell and, yes, William Shatner. Kyle Newman directs. (90 min, R) MY BLOODY VALENTINEHH1/2 Jensen Ackles, Jaime King and Betsey Rue star in this remake of the 1981 slasher chestnut about a dead coal miner who returns from the grave with a pick-axe and a really bad attitude. Directed by Patrick (White Noise 2) Lussier. (101 min, R) PAUL BLART: MALL COPHH Kevin James plays a New Jersey shopping center security guard forced to save a group of hostages without the aid of a gun or actual police training. Costarring Jayma Mays and Keir O’Donnell. Directed by Steve (Daddy Day Care) Carr. (91 min, PG) VALKYRIEHHH Tom Cruise plays Col. Claus von Stauffenberg, a German officer who hatched a daring last-ditch plan to take out Hitler, in this historical thriller from Bryan (The Usual Suspects) Singer. With Kenneth Branagh and Carice Van Houten. (120 min, PG-13)

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wednesday 20 — thursday 21 X-Men Origins: Wolverine 4, 6, 8. Hannah Montana: The Movie 4. The Soloist 6, 8. friday 22 — sunday 24 *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 2, 4:15, 6:30. Star Trek 3, 5:30, 8. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 8:30. See www.bigpicturetheater.info.

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wednesday 20 — thursday 21 Angels & Demons 6:40. Star Trek 6:50. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 7. Hannah Montana: The Movie 6:30. friday 22 — thursday 28 *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 1:20 & 4 (Sat-Mon), 7 (all week), 9:15 (Fri-Sun). *Terminator Salvation 12:50 & 3:30 (Sat-Mon), 6:30 (all week), 9:15 (Fri-Sun). Angels & Demons 1 & 3:50 (Sat-Mon), 6:40 (all week), 9:15 (Fri-Sun). Star Trek 1:10 & 3:40 (Sat-Mon), 6:50 (all week), 9:15 (Fri-Sun).

2:25, 3:20, 4:20, 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, 9:30. Star Trek 1:10, 3:10, 4, 6, 7, 8:50, 9:45. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:30, 4:10, 7:10, 8:40, 9:40. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 1:25, 3:50, 6:50, 9:10. Obsessed 1 & 3:30 & 6:20 & 9 (Wed only). Earth 12:55, 3:40, 6:10. 17 Again 1:15 & 6:40 & 9:20 (Wed only). Monsters vs. Aliens (in 3-D) 5:30. Hannah Montana: The Movie 3:45 (Wed only). friday 22 — thursday 28 *Terminator Salvation 1:30, 3:20, 4:10, 6:10, 7:10, 8:45, 9:45. *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 1, 2, 3:40, 4:30, 6, 7, 8:40, 9:30. *Dance Flick 1:40, 4:20, 7:20, 9:35. Angels & Demons 12:30, 12:45, 3:30, 3:45, 6:30, 6:45, 9:25. Star Trek 1:10, 3:10, 4, 6:20, 6:50, 9:10, 9:40. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:15, 3:50, 6:40, 9:20. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 12:50. Obsessed 12:40. Times subject to change. See www. majestic10.com.

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wednesday 20 — thursday 21 Angels & Demons 6:15, 9. Star Trek 6:30, 9. Obsessed 6:30, 9. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 6:30, 9. The Soloist 9. Hannah Montana: The Movie 6:30.

wednesday 20 — thursday 21 *Terminator Salvation 1:05 & 4:20 & 7 & 9:35 (Thu only). The Soloist 1:10, 4:05, 6:40, 9:10. Star Trek 1, 3:45, 6:50, 9:20. Angels & Demons 12:50 (Wed only), 3:30, 6:30, 9:25. Sin Nombre 4, 8:50. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:25, 3:55, 7, 9:30. The Secret of the Grain 1:05, 6. I Love You, Man 1:20 & 7:10 (Wed only). Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 4:10 & 9:15 (Wed only).

friday 22 — thursday 28 *Dance Flick 1:30 (Sat-Mon), 6:30, 9. Angels & Demons 1:15 (Sat-Mon), 6:15, 9. Star Trek 1:30 (Sat-Mon), 6:30, 9. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:30 (Sat-Mon), 6:30, 9. Monsters vs. Aliens 1:30 (Sat-Mon). Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 6:30, 9. See www.fgbtheaters.com.

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Essex Shoppes & Cinema, Rt. 15 & 289, Essex, 879-6543. wednesday 20 — thursday 21 *Terminator Salvation 12 & 2:25 & 4:50 & 7:15 & 9:40 (Thu only). Angels & Demons 12:25, 1:20, 3:20, 4:10, 6:15, 7, 9:10, 9:50. 17 Again 12 & 2:10 (Wed only). Earth 12:40, 2:45, 4:50, 7, 9:10. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:25, 9:40. Monsters vs. Aliens (in 3-D) 12:15, 2:20. Star Trek 12:10, 3:05, 4:25, 6:20, 7:10, 9:10, 10. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 12, 2:30, 4:20 (Wed only), 5, 6:40 (Wed only), 7:30, 9 (Wed only), 9:50.

friday 22 — thursday 28 *Terminator Salvation 12, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40. *Dance Flick 1:10, 3:10, 5:15, 7:20, 9:35. *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50. Angels & Demons 12:25, 1:20, 3:20, 4:10, 6:15, 7, 9:10, 9:50. Earth 12:40. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 2:50, 5:10, 7:25, 9:40. Star Trek 1, 4, 7, 9:40. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 12, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 9:50. Times subject to change. See www. essexcinemas.com.

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Maple Tree Place, Taft Corners, Williston, 878-2010. wednesday 20 — thursday 21 *Terminator Salvation 12:45 & 1:45 & 3:30 & 4:20 & 6:10 & 7:10 & 8:45 & 9:45 (Thu only). Angels & Demons 1:20,

friday 22 — thursday 28 *Terminator Salvation 1:05, 4:20, 7, 9:35. *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 1:15, 4, 7:10, 9:30. *Sugar 1:10, 4:10, 6:40, 9:15. Angels & Demons 3:30, 6:30, 9:25. Star Trek 1, 3:45, 6:50, 9:20. Sin Nombre 4:05, 9:10. The Soloist 1:10, 6:40. Times subject to change. See www. merrilltheatres.net.

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wednesday 20 — thursday 21 *Terminator Salvation 7 & 9:15 (Thu only). Angels & Demons 7. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 7 (both days), 9:15 (Thu only). Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 7 (Wed only). friday 22 — thursday 28 *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 2:30 & 4:40 (Sat-Mon), 7 (all week), 9:10 (Fri-Sun). *Terminator Salvation 2:30 & 4:40 (Sat-Mon), 7 (all week), 9:15 (Fri-Sun). Angels & Demons 2:30 (Sat-Mon), 6:30 & 9:15 (Fri-Sun), 7 (Mon-Thu).

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Fayette Road, South Burlington, 864-5610. wednesday 20 — thursday 21 **The Metropolitan Opera Presents Rossini’s La Cenerentola 7 (Wed). *Terminator Salvation 12:35 & 1:40 & 3:15 & 4:20 & 6:05 & 7 & 8:40 & 9:35. Angels & Demons 10:30 a.m. (Thu), 12:40, 1:45, 3:40, 4:45, 6:40, 8, 9:30. Shall We Kiss? 3:55 & 6:25 (Wed only). Earth 1:20, 3:35, 6:15 (Thu only). Gomorrah 8:20 (Thu only). Star Trek 12:30, 1:30, 3:20, 4:15, 6:05, 7, 8:45, 9:40. Wendy and Lucy 1:35 & 8:30 (Wed only). Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 1:25 & 3:50 & 6:35 & 9:05 (Wed only). The Soloist 10:30 a.m. (Thu), 12:55, 3:25, 6:45, 9:10. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:15, 3:45, 6:50, 9:15. friday 22 — thursday 28 *Terminator Salvation 1:40, 3:15, 4:20, 7, 8:40, 9:35. *Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 10:30 a.m. (Thu), 1, 2, 3:30, 4:30, 6:05, 7:05, 8:30, 9:25. *Dance Flick 10:30 a.m. (Thu), 12:35, 2:35, 4:40, 6:45, 8:50. Angels & Demons 12:40, 1:45, 3:40, 4:45, 6:40, 8, 9:30. Star Trek 12:30, 3:35, 6:30, 9:20. The Soloist 12:45, 6:15. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 1:15, 3:45, 6:50 & 9:15 (except Thu).

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WELDEN THEATER

104 No. Main St., St. Albans, 527-7888. wednesday 20 — thursday 21 *Terminator Salvation 7 & 9 (Thu only). Angels & Demons 7, 9:15. Star Trek 7, 9:15. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 7 & 9 (Wed only).

friday 22 — thursday 28 *Terminator Salvation 2 & 4 (SatMon), 7, 9. Angels & Demons 2 & 4:15 (Sat-Mon), 7, 9:15. Star Trek 2 & 4:15 (Sat-Mon), 7, 9:15.

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Taste Test: Frida’s Taqueria & Grill 128 Main Street, Stowe, 253-0333

exican painter Frida Kahlo is famed for her colorful selfportraits and her turbulent love life. But even fans of her critically acclaimed paintings — and the biographical film for which Salma Hayek wore a glued-on unibrow — may not know that Kahlo was an avid cook. The 1994 tome Frida’s Fiestas: Recipes and Reminiscences of Life with Frida Kahlo features 100 of Kahlo’s recipes, collected by her stepdaughter, including one for the colorfully named “lamb with drunken sauce” and another for a 28-ingredient Oaxacan “black mole” with turkey. So it’s not hard to deduce the inspiration of Frida’s Taqueria & Grill in Stowe, which opened in early May. Besides hanging reproductions of its namesake’s art on their walls, the owners went so far as to label the women’s bathroom “Frida” and the men’s “Diego,” after Kahlo’s husband, painter Diego Rivera. Sure, Frida Kahlo is beyond trendy at this point — but the Stowe eatery is no mere theme restaurant. There’s nary a gloopy Tex-Mex item on the simple yet artful menu, and while salsa fresca, lettuce and cheeses are certainly in evidence, they’re not in excess. What Frida’s chefs do deliver are unique, fresh-tasting dishes from various regions of Mexico, highlighted with ingredients that are rarely — if ever — seen in the Green Mountains. Even when the components are more typical, the flavor combinations and cooking methods make each plato an adventure.

On a Thursday evening around 6:30, a classic margarita ($5.50) and shot of oak-aged Patrón Anejo ($11) take a few minutes to make it to my table. Considering the crowd, which appears to be mainly locals, it’s no surprise; couples and families fill both dining areas to capacity, and folks waiting for tables press cheerfully up against the bar with drinks in hand. Surprisingly enough, I found the place just as packed on a Tuesday. When it arrived, the tall Patrón shot was smooth enough to sip sans salt or lime. I had no complaints about the house margarita, served in an atypical glass, but a $2 upgrade buys the superior “Frida’s special” version. That margarita features 100 percent agave tequila — many tequilas could more accurately be described as agave-flavored rum — with a house-made agave syrup and lime-juice mixer. If you show up hungry enough to nosh on a mountain of crisp corn chips, don’t miss the guacamole ($7.95 with chips and salsa). Made tableside by the server in a traditional stone mortar large enough to hold a cantaloupe, it’s by far the best restaurant rendition of this standby I’ve had. The creamy dip came laced with garlic, cilantro, lime juice and sea salt — you can ask for more or less of each as you desire. Sadly, the rough stone of the vessel makes it impossible to scrape up the last bits. The chips also tasted great dipped in the soup of the day ($6.25), which happened to be a tomato and chipotle broth garnished with tender chicken. Accustomed to battered and fried squid dishes, I was pleasantly surprised by the lighter “calamares” appetizer ($8.75).

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Unlike some Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurants, Frida’s is colorful without being gaudy. Food arrives on mismatched Fiestaware plates and platters, which complement the rich but subtle colors in the dining rooms. The food itself evokes a painter’s palette dabbed with bright oranges, reds and greens. My overall criticisms are minuscule ones. First, hunks

While the appetizers and salads aren’t cheap, none of Frida’s large plates break the $20 mark. Mole makes an appearance in a delightful duck dish ($17.75), which matches rosy slices of breast — seared to a deep brown on the outside — with the rich, slightly smoky sauce. A surprisingly delectable side, wilted chard with prunes and pecans, made a vivid accompaniment. Hunks of halibut in the Vera Cruz style ($17.75) tasted bland

of tomato may be traditional favorites, but they show up in a few too many dishes here, albeit sporting fetchingly charred edges. Second, this isn’t an unusual complaint for me, but I would have liked a bit more salt to enhance the piquant southof-the-border flavors in nearly every dish. At least, unlike many restaurants, Frida’s keeps this slight under-seasoning highly consistent. Perhaps the chef has humbly decided to defer to

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The nopales salad ($7.25), by contrast, could have used a bit more pizzazz. Its exotic ingredient — cactus pad, with a texture somewhat reminiscent of seaweed — was mixed with tomatoes and onions, set atop a few fresh lettuce leaves and simply anointed with sherry vinegar and olive oil. The flavors and textures mixed harmoniously, but there wasn’t enough dressing for both the cactus and the greens. A platter of pickled vegetables called “escabeche” ($3.25) was enticing enough to order on both visits. The first time, we received a stack of thick rounds of carrot and cucumber, strips of red and green bell pepper, whole cloves of garlic and onion rings. Each exhilarating bite married spice, heat and tang. Our follow-up order was lighter on the allium family, but featured a few wafer-thin slices of lemon. Tacos ($3.75) come on homemade corn tortillas. While I find the pricing reasonable given the quality of the ingredients, frugal folks may gripe: The portions are petite compared with most American versions. (For those who want to sample more than one flavor, a taco trio comes with black beans and red cabbage slaw for $12.) Of the six varieties on the menu, I took issue only with the “pescado.” While I appreciate that it’s made with Atlantic cod rather than cheaper tilapia, the taco could have used a more generous allotment of fish. What’s special about Frida’s tacos, though, is that more than the protein sets different

Hunks of halibut in the Vera cruz style tasted bland on their own, but turned enticing when paired with a tantalizingly sour sauce of tomatoes, green olives and capers. on their own, but turned enticing when paired with a tantalizingly sour sauce of tomatoes, green olives and capers. Lime juice sparked up the side of rice. Both entrées were good enough to order on repeat visits. So were two desserts: creamy, caramel-topped flan and a sweeter “tres leches” cake accented with lime and orange zest. The Speeder & Earl’s Mexican roast matched both handily.

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When famed food blogger Ed Levine visited the 2007 “Food & Wine Classic” in Aspen, organized by the culinary mag of the same name, he posted about his five favorite dishes: One of his picks was a ceviche discovered at the “Rums of Puerto Rico” booth. The fish dish Levine liked so much was made by Miguel Garcia Lopez, then the chef-owner of Migas in the capital city of San Juan. Now Garcia Lopez and his wife, Maria Elena Jimenez, are preparing to open a new restaurant in … Stowe. The couple has moved full-time into what used to be their Vermont vacation home, and they’re erecting an energy-efficient building on the Mountain Road in the former site of fancy French eatery Mes Amis. In September or October, Garcia Lopez and Jimenez will begin dishing up Latin American cuisine — including fare from their native Puerto Rico and dishes from Cuba, Peru and Argentina — at a restaurant called Santos Cocino Latina. According to Garcia Lopez, the mix of casual and upscale eats will include “typical fritters, empanadas, mofongo — a mashed plantain dish — and roasted chicken.” His famous ceviche will show up on the menu, as will whole barbecued pigs. CEViChE

The chef — who is also a serious outdoor enthusiast — says the 75-seat restaurant will accommodate everyone from skiers looking to swig specialty rum to serious diners who come to sample the chef’s tasting menu in the private dining room. Garcia Lopez, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, notes that pairing food with wine is his “specialty.” The pair will get help from Giovanni Ventura and his future wife Idemar Aldrey, both culinaryschool-trained chefs moving from Puerto Rico to work at the restaurant. As if opening the place weren’t complicated enough, Garcia Lopez is planning to manufacture a line of specialty products, including hot sauce, adobo rubs and cookies. “They’ll be showcased in the restaurant,” he notes. “We’re trying to be as natural as possible, without the crazy [ingredients] they put in most bottled stuff.” In a novel twist, the exotic cuisine will also be localvore, save for a handful of imported tropical ingredients. “We always believed … if you use local, fresh-as-possible food from your area, that quality is going to show up in your final product,” Garcia Lopez says. In fact, he claims, the “eat local” ethos is part of the reason he and Jimenez opted to open their eatery in the Green Mountains. “The fresh produce plus the beauty of nature were some of the reasons we decided to come to Stowe and be part of the culinary movement in Vermont,” he says. Another reason: “We see a lot of opportunity of showcasing Latin food, since there’s not much available in the state.” Except, now, in Stowe. Santos Cocino Latina joins new arrival Frida’s, which is reviewed in this week’s food section. In January, Seven Days published “Spare Our Fare,” a story about how restaurateurs were faring in the still-sinking economy. When we checked in with Lee Duberman, chef and co-owner of Ariel’s Restaurant in Brookfield and Ariel’s Riverside Café in Montpelier, the highly touted cook — who was blurbed by New York Times food writer Mark Bittman last year — admitted things were bad. “It’s worse than tough,” she lamented. Despite cost-saving measures such as baking her own bread and making gelato and ice cream

from scratch, Duberman and her husband, Richard Fink, were recently forced to shutter their Montpelier location. The kicker was roadwork that sent drivers on a detour away from the eatery. “It was a heartbreaking decision,” Duberman says. “We had a core of passionate customers.” The good news? It’s just a short drive to their 13-year-old flagship in Brookfield, where, five nights a week, diners can sample seasonal specialties such as handmade gnocchi with ramps, fiddleheads and asparagus and strawberry-rhubarb crisp. Starting in June, the couple will be revving up their localvore dinner series, featuring $20 three-course meals made with ingredients culled within a 10-mile radius of the restaurant, matched with deep discounts on wine. What a … pairing. No restaurant owner likes to hear potential customers say, “I drove by, but there wasn’t any room at the bar, so I didn’t come in.” Particularly when chairs are sitting empty in the dining room. After hearing that complaint one too many times, Susan Luce, owner of the North End’s Avenue Bistro, decided to do something about it. On Monday, May 18, she closed the eatery for renovations. When it reopens on the 21st, the Bistro will have five additional seats at the lengthened bar, as well as a “cocktail” area that can accommodate 10. More room to sit and sip won’t be the resto’s only adjustment. In keeping with the more casual vibe, the menu got some tweaking, too. “We’ll have more grill items. A selection of burgers and sandwiches,” says Luce, mentioning a “Guinness burger,” California burger and a vegetarian portabella version. She expects the Caprese sandwich — a chicken, pesto, tomato and fresh-mozzarella concoction — to be a hit. The popular calamari appetizer with chipotle aioli will remain on the menu, joined by French onion soup and nachos. Patrons can sample the new nosh at both lunch and dinner, with heartier entrées available in the evening. Says Luce, “We wanted a menu that was a little more accessible, so people could come more often.”

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hundred in the area. During the family’s first year in Vermont, Ndibalema worked as a trainee electrician. When he was let go, he decided he needed to take the entrepreneurial initiative to support his growing family. The couple had both been surprised to learn that American women work outside the home, but Kankolongo overcame her culture shock and devised a way to pitch in. Samosas, which appear in various permutations across Asia and Africa (and even in Portugal as chamuças) were a staple whenever she entertained. If party guests liked to grab them, why not busy shoppers? With the help of the training program at Vermont Foodbank’s Community Kitchen and the Central Vermont Community Action Agency — the Barre version of Burlington’s CVOEO — the couple got their wares ready and started selling them to Montpelier’s Hunger Mountain Co-op in 2002. “Now we’re working together, and we’re equal partners. It’s a big change, but for good,” says Ndibalema

of the partnership with his wife. Soon Samosaman showed up at the Montpelier Farmers’ Market, its first of many. Ndibalema estimates that the company will have booths at five farmers markets this year; every summer, when fresh-air vending is in full swing, his kitchen staff of seven or eight balloons to 30 cooks, drivers and vendors. The Samosaman plans to be even more prolific this season. The company will truck triangles to the Montréal International Merengue Festival; to the Gathering of the Vibes in Bridgeport, Ct.; and even to Bonnaroo in Manchester, Tenn. When Ndibalema first signed on to supply the massive outdoor concert with snacks, he was told to expect 80,000. After Phish agreed to appear, organizers revised the estimate: Now, he’ll be prepared to feed 120,000. It will take a staff of at least 20 to handle the demands of ravenous Phishheads, Springsteen fans and Vermonters headed south to see Grace Potter. Luckily, on the first day of 2009, Samosaman moved into

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“We do all the co-ops in Vermont and New Hampshire,” says Ndibalema. But very soon, it won’t be just healthconscious co-op customers buying Samosaman meals. The company is “just getting the paperwork done” to sell to Hannaford Supermarkets, says Ndibalema. Supplies will go to one large warehouse, so he doesn’t know whether his products will stay in Vermont or travel as far as Florida. But Ndibalema says an even larger chain with no stores in Vermont has expressed interest in carrying samosas and rice meals in the near future. Besides the leap in size, Samosaman’s move to the Winooski factory had another objective. Located in the Hillside Park Complex, right off a commuter corridor, the building has space for a café. General Manager Terry Cleveland says the planned restaurant will give the company a way to retain its extra employees after the summer farmers market boom ends. This year fall, when the farmers markets have quieted, those staffers will supply and serve at the café, where Cleveland and Ndibalema envision serving samosas, rice dishes, coffee and “some new surprises.” Ndibalema — who ends many an exchange with a hug and the words “Thank you, brother” — hopes to go national. Today, sharply dressed in pinstripes, he looks the part.

factory doesn’t manufacture the wrappers, Ndibalema demands they be made with Vermont’s King Arthur Flour. This community-mindedness also expresses itself in acts of charity — Ndibalema sends imperfect pies to the Winooski Family Center every Tuesday. “We’ve got to help each other,” he says. Cleveland adds, “The people are so happy that they’re getting protein and not just baked goods and cookies.” Samosaman also supplies Burlington public schools with breakfast on Wednesdays. Students snack on Kankolongo’s latest invention, the “Breakfast Samosa,” a steak-and-egg concoction that will soon debut at farmers markets. Kankolongo has expanded Samosaman’s offerings well beyond the spiced-potato and groundbeef-with-onions varieties that are standard in her homeland. Currently the company sells its meals-in-a-wrapper with nine fillings, ranging from a springroll-like mix of tofu, carrots and cabbage to a hearty blend of broccoli and Vermont cheddar. One day Ndibalema would like to offer 15 flavors, he says. Giving a tour of the factory, Ndibalema points out the room where the meat inspector sets up shop on his visits. (The company is prepared: Four line workers have ServSafe certification, meaning they’ve passed a rigorous test on food safety.) “The inspector gets to be there if no one is praying,” says Ndibalema,

labels reading “Turkish” and “Quran,” others American pop. “Sometimes we have Turkish or Congolese music. Sometimes Spanish,” says Avilas. “We have the confidence to tell each other, ‘I’m sick of this music, let’s change it.’ No one gets upset.” The familial trappings extend throughout the building. Alongside the produce, the walk-in freezer contains juices and a tub of Smart Balance buttery spread that Avilas says is for “personal use.” In the next room, which holds shelves of garam masala and curry powder to season the samosas, a plastic bowl of cookies sits perched atop some recent Costco acquisitions. Avilas explains, “We live in here. This is our second home.” The first employee to join Ndibalema and Kankolongo, Avilas is contagiously enthusiastic. “I’m very happy with them,” she says, excitement growing as she speaks. “I feel so good. No matter what and how, I would never leave. It’s so flexible. Everyone here is very understanding.” Indeed, Samosaman still feels like a family endeavor. When she’s done talking business, the statuesque Kankolongo, wearing a fashionable color-block sundress, throws on a hairnet and antiseptic Crocs and joins the production line. Ndibalema credits that kind of dedication for the big success of his little pastries: “Everyone takes this as their personal thing; that’s why we’re everywhere.” m

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for us to work together at weekends. We had discussed it. And we had said that we might do something together again in the future. But for now, at least, we’re just carrying on. But I think it’s kind of cute, because you can now enjoy The Beat’s music on a variety of continents on the same night. And, of course, we try and keep the cooperative side greater than the competitive side. Quite naturally, both of us think that we have the finest version. And in some ways, the bands are slightly different because of the audience that they play to, you know? Half of my band is English and half of the band is American, and we all live in America. And I’ve always thought it’s very important to be true to your medium. Be true to your influences. So, in the same way that when the band first started in England and we were drawing on ska as one of our inspirations, we didn’t want to make the band sound as though it came from Kingston, Jamaica, in 1963. We wanted the band to sound as though they came from Birmingham in 1979. We were quite strict about that. So, in the same way now, I really

don’t want to be a museum piece. And I like that the songs are attacked a bit slower than they used to be. Basically, because I’m twice the age and I’m not loaded. Nor is the audience. But it’s not like the songs are staid or anything like that. At the end of two hours, the whole crowd is soaking wet, and we manage to get the whole crowd dancing as one, even before they know they’re moving as one. Which, for me, is like Carl Jung’s notion of mass consciousness in action. sD: What was your approach towards fusing that 1960s Kingston sound into what became Two Tone ska? DW: Well, we were very much part of the punky-reggae party. Punks and rastas had one thing in common, and that was that they were all banned from the same clubs. And so, because of that, house parties and festivals became the way to go. We used to run these house parties where we’d have two DJs. One playing, like, neon punk singles. And the other one playing 12-inch reggae-dub slates. And we

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packed all night. And the adrenaline of the punk fitted nicely with the sensuous backbeat of the reggae. And the crowd would just be totally enthralled. So it was at one of those house parties that we had in Birmingham

regardless of what wave of ska it might be, there’s always a pronounced difference between bands that have got memorable songs and the bands that have just got the form without the substance. DaVe WaKelinG want the band to sound like we come from America in 2009. Because we do … And we don’t try and pretend that we’re 20-year-old punks with a head full of speed. Because we’re not. In some ways, you can get a trip down memory lane out of the show. But in many ways it sounds like how the songs should be meant today. And I think that’s better. I

found that, if the one DJ played a load of punk, you’d get the fuller tract of people. But only for about an hour, before they’d all burn out and disappear. And if you played too much dub reggae, you’d end up with everybody leaning against the wall nodding, which we used to call “dancing on the inside.” But if you mixed it up ... the dance floor would stay absolutely

… Andy [Cox], the original lead guitarist, said, “Yeah, but what if you could get the elements of both DJs in the same 3-minute pop single? What would you have then?” And it was like a black-andwhite light bulb went on above our heads. You’d have the punky-reggae party in a pop single. So that was the brief, if you could call it that. We always tried

to combine The Velvet Underground with Toots & the Maytals, all within the same Monkees 3-minute pop single. Your mission, should you accept it ... (Laughs) And also, from both punk and reggae, there was a lot of political and social commentary. We thought that it would be very subversive if you could make something as catchy as The Monkees, but include some social commentary about what was actually going on in our lives. It wasn’t as though we were talking about anything strange. We were only talking about what was being talked about in every bus stop and every bar in Birmingham. Especially in Birmingham in 1979, if you could come up with an LP of 12 songs and not mention what was going on outside the window, that was a far more overtly political statement than just gently mentioning what everyone was talking about. I would tell those people, “I think your album is far more political.” The fact that you choose to ignore what’s going on

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BY DAN BOLLES

HOW DO YOU SOLVE A PROBLEM LIKE MARIA?

family ties and gorgeous ocean and skies. My songs speak of those very things. They also describe the longing (sodade) that we feel when we leave Cape Verde to seek better opportunities in other countries. The songs also speak of our joie de vivre, our morabeza — which means friendliness and hospitality. When you go to CV, you feel morabeza in its people, music, the sea, gorgeous moonlight and starry sky!

A couple of weeks ago, in this very column, I wondered aloud about the impending tsunami of marquee MARIA DE BARROS music headed for our shores: Are there enough people here to sustain it? It’s a legitimate question to ask, especially as more shows are still being announced — such as Neko Case, presented by Higher Ground at the Flynn on August 5 … call me back, Neko! But there is really no way to know the answer until it’s all said and done. Or, in other words, until Kid Rock takes a final bow following his fourth encore at the fair and rides off into the sunset in his El Camino, leaving the Green Mountains with a malt-liquor-soaked afterglow. One thing I didn’t consider — and really, it should have been the first thing — was how the hell I could possibly cover everything that’s happening, music-wise. I mean, this promises to be the most epic musicfilled summer the state has ever seen, and likely will see for another, oh, I don’t know, 400 years. Each week from now until at least mid-September offers more big-ticket options than any individual will be able to choose from, let alone afford. Short of cloning myself, how could I ever get to it all? Frankly, I can’t. But that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t try. Case in point: This week I had more feature-ish options to choose from than space would allow. As a result, I was forced to make a tough decision regarding a pair of interviews. One was the Dave Wakeling interview on page 09B, which you should read right now if you haven’t already. I can wait... Back? The other interview was with Cape Verdean chanteuse Maria de Barros, who will play the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge this Thursday, courtesy of Putumayo and Charlotte-based world-music mavens, Cumbancha Records. Normally, I wouldn’t give such decisions a second thought. It’s just part of the job. But last week, as I found myself swooning to the sensuous, Latin-tinged Afrobeat tunes from her latest album, Morabeza, I realized that de Barros is an artist I need to tell you about. So, to that end, what follows is an email exchange I had with the soulful singer. Too much of a good thing? Maybe. But as we haven’t even hit the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival yet, you’d better get used to it.

SD: There are currently more Cape Verdeans living abroad than in Cape Verde itself. What role do artists such as yourself play in preserving and cultivating CV culture among Cape Verdeans living throughout the world? MDB: As a musical ambassador of CV, my music connects the CVs abroad to their roots. I feel their appreciation and their joy whenever I perform. For example, when I was on tour in China last November, I was touched by the many Cape Verdeans who came up to me and were so happy to hear music from their beloved [country]! And they were so proud to share their culture with their Chinese friends. SD: You’ve said that you take musical inspiration from, of all things, cooking. Discuss the parallels between making great food and great music. MDB: I enjoy cooking for people. I love the creative process of putting a meal together and seeing how people enjoy it. For me, preparing a meal goes beyond just nurturing the physical body — it feeds the soul. Cooking is a passion and a form of expression, and I approach my music the same way. SD: Tell me something about yourself that I wouldn’t find in a press release or bio. MDB: I have great work ethic, a crazy sense of humor, love to be around people and am very stubborn … and I love seafood! SD: What would you like American audiences to take away from your performances? MDB: I love to dance! And [I] encourage my audience to do the same! It is pure joy and a wonderful escape to 10 beautiful islands — Cabo Verde. We love to celebrate, and my show is a reflection of life in Cabo Verde.

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Two years ago, Burlington’s EDM community mourned

the loss of Sunday Night Mass, as the revered weekly dance party extinguished its final glowstick after a solid eight-year run at Club Metronome. But take heart, bassheads! This Sunday, the church doors fly open again for one last(?) electro throwdown featuring — count ‘em — 24 of the region’s finest turntablists, producers and programmers. And an “XBox 360 projection arcade.” Can I get an amen? This just in from Stacy Starkweather: The noted local bassist is moving back to California after a remarkable 24-year VT-based career in which he played with just about everyone you can think of, from Tammy Fletcher and Rachel Bissex to the Jazz Mandolin Project to some guy named Trey. Best of luck, Stacy! Montpelier’s Lamb Abbey has had a pretty nifty run of late. And the good times roll on this Friday with something called the “Rock Lottery.” Near as I can figure, the gist is this: Twenty-five musicians are randomly divided into five separate bands and given one week to write, rehearse and then compete, battle-of-the-bands style. The winners receive lovely parting gifts. The losers are stoned to death, like in the Shirley Jackson story. I could be wrong about that last bit, though. In either case, it should be a fun night. And stick around for Saturday, when local indie-folk darling Kris Gruen shares the stage with Midwest Dilemma’s Justin Lamoureux, Brad Hoshaw and VT slam-poet champ Geoff Hewitt. Speaking of poetry, the weekly Poet’s Jam hosted by Trevien Stanger at Parima’s Acoustic Lounge celebrates its two-year anniversary this Thursday. In that time, the evening has evolved from a small gathering of aspiring bards into one of the more popular weekly events in town, regularly featuring some of the area’s most accomplished writers, musicians, thinkers and oddfellows. And all within the cozy, opium-den-like confines of the city’s best listening room. As always, it’s BYOO. Winooski gets a taste of Montpeculiar this Friday as soul grrl Sara Grace drops by The Monkey House with her backing band The Suits and a horn section. Awesome. There is some serious jazz on tap at Richmond’s On the Rise Bakery this Friday as Dan Silverman, Tom Cleary, Gabe Jarrett and Clyde Stats perform with internationally renowned vocalist Judi Silvano. And last but not least: Neko Case. Flynn MainStage. August 5. Tix on sale this Thursday … Call me, Neko. Do I sound desperate? m SARA GRACE

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1/2 LOuNgE: sirenix: Queen City songwriter series with Toni Caitlin (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., Free. Maryse smith & Friends (singersongwriters), 9 p.m., Free. HIgHER gROuNd BALLROOM: Carbon Leaf, The Alternate Routes (rock), 8:30 p.m., $16/18. AA. LEuNIg’s: Paul Asbell & Clyde stats (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. LINCOLN INN TAVERN: Eagle Country Music Night with Maple Creek, 7 p.m., Free. MANHATTAN PIzzA & PuB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free. NECTAR’s: True school Wednesday Nastee & A-dog, (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. PARIMA ACOusTIC LOuNgE: Tom Cleary Trio (jazz), 9 p.m., Free. RAdIO BEAN: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free. REd sQuARE: yousAy placate (rock), 8 p.m., Free. dJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. sECONd FLOOR: superstar Karaoke with Robbie J, 10 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.

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FRI.22 << 11B BANANA WINds CAfé & PuB: Tim Howard (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., Free. CLuB METRONOME: dead sessions (Grateful Dead tribute), 9 p.m., $7. fRANNy O’s: The Hitmen (rock), 9 p.m., Free. gREEN ROOM: dJ francise (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. JP’s PuB: dave Harrison’s starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. LINCOLN INN TAVERN: The growlers (blues), 4 p.m., Free. Boom flowers (rock), 9 p.m., Free. THE MONKEy HOusE: Monkey Music with Kelly Ravin Trio (roots), 5:30 p.m., Free. sara grace & The suits, Kelly Ravin, stacked (rock), 9 p.m., $5. NECTAR’s: seth yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. Lowell Thompson Cd Release Party, Anders Parker (alt-country), 10 p.m., Free. NIgHTCRAWLERs: Run for Cover (rock), 9 p.m., Free. RAdIO BEAN: Paul & The Mystery of gravity (indie-folk), 7 p.m., Free. Paul Cataldo (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Rusty Belle (Americana), 9 p.m., Free. Walter sickert & the Army of Broken Toys, What Time Is It Mr. fox? (eclectic), 10 p.m., Free. greg Koons (singer-songwriter), 11:45 p.m., Free. RAsPuTIN’s: Top Hat danceteria (DJ), 10 p.m., $3. REd squARE: Jason Cann (singersongwriter), 6 p.m., Free. grippo funk Band, 9 p.m., $3. Nastee (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $3. Rí Rá IRIsH PuB: supersounds dJ, 10 p.m., Free. sECONd fLOOR: Voodoo with dJ Robbie J. (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $3/10. THE sKINNy PANCAKE: The Leaves (rock), 9 p.m., $5 donation. TWO fRIENds BIsTRO: dJ Rob douglas (house), 9:30 p.m., Free.

otherworldly force of nature, exploring — and often obliterating — the boundaries sound and composition with

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a torrent of percussion, woodwinds and MIDI electronics. On Wednesday, June 10, the dynamic duo appears at the

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CHARLIE O’s: Tim Brick & gypsy Highway (rock), 10 p.m., Free. ELIxIR: sensible soul Trio (rock), 8 p.m., Free. gusTO’s: Evenkeel (rock), 9 p.m., Free. LAMB ABBEy: Rock Lottery (awesome), 8 p.m., Donations. LANgdON sTREET CAfé: Happy Hour with Mark Legrand & friends (country), 6 p.m., Donations. In This Century (rock), 9 p.m., Donations. PuRPLE MOON PuB: They Might Be gypsies (Gypsy-jazz), 8 p.m., Free.

:: champlain valley 51 MAIN: gordon stone Band (bluegrass), 9 p.m., Free. BRIsTOL BAKERy ANd CAfé: Bread & Bones (folk), 8 p.m., Donations. CITy LIMITs: Top Hat Entertainment dance Party (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free. Johnny devil Band (rock), 9 p.m., Free. ON THE RIsE BAKERy: dan silverman Trio (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Donations. TWO BROTHERs TAVERN: starline Rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 9 p.m., $3.

:: northern BEE’s KNEEs: Bottom shelf Bootleggers (old-time), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Jd’s PuB: Live Music, 9:30 p.m., $3.

:: regional MONOPOLE: Russ Bailey with Crow Party (rock), 10 p.m., Free. MONOPOLE dOWNsTAIRs: gary Peacock (singer-songwriter), 5 p.m., Free.

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venues411 Club MetronoMe: retronome (’80s dance party), 10 p.m., $5. Franny o’s: balance DJ & Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. Green rooM: envy with DJs laylow & twitch (electro), 10 p.m., Free. HiGHer GrounD ballrooM: Dirty Dozen brass band (funk-jazz), 8:30 p.m., $13/15. AA. JP’s Pub: Dave Harrison’s starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. linColn inn tavern: the Hitmen (rock), 9 p.m., $5. Marriott Harbor lounGe: the trio featuring Paul Cassarino, tracie Cassarino & Jeff Wheel (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. tHe MonKey House: blowtorch, Missy bly, lineland, animal Hospital (rock), 9 p.m., $6. neCtar’s: saturday night residency with adam King, Jay burwick, aaron burroughs (singersongwriters), 5 p.m., Free. les is More (rock), 10 p.m., Free. niGHtCraWlers: sturcrazie (rock), 9 p.m., Free. raDio bean: Chelsea Mcbee (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. iann Mathew & broken sebastian (indie), 8 p.m., Free. Cinema Cinema (indie), 11 p.m., Free. neon Magus (experimental), 11:45 p.m., Free. rasPutin’s: Massive (DJ), 10 p.m., $3. reD square: DJ raul (salsa), 5 p.m., Free. Calypso soldiers (calypso), 9 p.m., $3. DJ a-Dog (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $3. rí rá irisH Pub: Gutterpup (rock), 9 p.m., Free. seConD Floor: Déjà vu ladies’ night (DJ), 9 p.m., $3/10. tHe sKinny PanCaKe: laura Meyer (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., $5 donation. tWo FrienDs bistro: DJ rob Douglas (house), 9:30 p.m., Free.

:: central blaCK Door bar & bistro: new nile orchestra (Ethio-pop), 9:30 p.m., $5. tHe Center baKery & CaFé: billy Caldwell (acoustic), 9:30 a.m., Free. CHarlie o’s: the eames brothers (blues), 10 p.m., Free. laMb abbey: Kris Gruen, Justin lamoureux, brad Hoshaw (indiefolk), 8 p.m., $5/10. AA.

lanGDon street CaFé: the “F” in Fresh (alternative), 8 p.m., Donations. rusty belle (Americana), 9:30 p.m., Donations. Positive Pie 2: nuestra Cosa (salsa), 10 p.m., $7.

:: champlain valley 51 Main: the trusion Project (funk), 9 p.m., Free. City liMits: Dance Party with DJ earl (DJ), 9 p.m., Free. on tHe rise baKery: the Mementos (rock), 7:30 p.m., Donations. tWo brotHers tavern: DJ Jam Man (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free.

:: northern bee’s Knees: laslo Cameo (Americana), 7:30 p.m., Donations. MatterHorn: seth yacovone (blues), 9 p.m., $5. PieCasso: Karaoke Championship with John Wilson & Danger Dave, 9:30 p.m., Free. rusty nail: DJ russell (mashup), 10 p.m., $5.

:: regional tabu CaFé anD niGHtClub: all night Dance Party with DJ toxic (DJ), 5 p.m., Free.

SUN.24 :: burlington area

1/2 lounGe: tea Dance with DJ Chia, 10 p.m., Free. baCKstaGe Pub: Karaoke with Pete, 9 p.m., Free. Club MetronoMe: sunday night Mass: the resurrection (electronica), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. Family night open Jam, 10 p.m., Free (18+). Franny o’s: balance DJ & Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. linColn inn tavern: Pine street Jazz with taryn noelle, 6 p.m., Free. tHe MonKey House: the Figgs, Cave bees CD release, ryan ober (rock), 9 p.m., $6. neCtar’s: Mi yard reggae night with big Dog & Demus (reggae), 10 p.m., Free. niGHtCraWlers: Karaoke with steve leClair, 7 p.m., Free.

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1/2 Lounge, 136 1/2 Church St., Burlington, 865-0012. 242 Main St., Burlington, 862-2244. 38 Main Street Pub, 38 Main St., Winooski, 655-0072. 51 Main, 51 Main St., Middlebury, 388-8209. Akes’ Place, 134 Church St., Burlington, 864-8111. All Fired Up, 9 Depot Sq., Barre, 479-9303. The Alley Coffee House, 15 Haydenberry Dr., Milton, 893-1571. American Flatbread, 115 St. Paul St., Burlington, 861-2999. Ariel’s Riverside Café & Pub, 188 River St., Montpelier, 229-2295. Avenue Bistro, 1127 North Ave., Burlington, 652-9999. Backstage Pub, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494. Backstreet, 17 Hudson St., St. Albans, 527-2400. Banana Winds Café & Pub, 1 Market Pl., Essex Jct., 879-0752. Barre Opera House, 6 North Main St., Barre, 476-8188. Basin Harbor Club, 4800 Basin Harbor Dr., Vergennes, 1-800-622-4000. Battery Park, Burlington, 865-7166. Bayside Pavilion, 13 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909. The Bearded Frog, 5247 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-9877. Bee’s Knees, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 888-7889. Big Fatty’s BBQ, 55 Main St., Burlington, 864-5513. Big Moose Pub at the Fire & Ice Restaurant, 28 Seymour St., Middlebury, 388-0361. Big Picture Theater & Café, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994. Black Bear Tavern & Grill, 205 Hastings Hill, St. Johnsbury, 748-1428. Black Door Bar & Bistro, 44 Main St., Montpelier, 223-7070. The Blue Note Café, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309. The Bobcat Café, 5 Main St., Bristol, 453-3311. Burnham Hall, 52 East River Rd., Lincoln, 453-3803. Bolton Valley Resort, 4302 Bolton Access Rd., Bolton Valley, 434-3444. Bonz Smokehouse & Grill, 97 Portland St., Morrisville, 888-6283. Borders Books & Music, 29 Church St., Burlington, 865-2711. Breakwater Café, 1 King St., Burlington, 658-6276. The Brewski, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366. The Bristol Bakery, 16 Main St., Bristol, 453-3280. B.U. Emporium, 163 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 658-4292. Bundy Center for the Arts, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-4781. Buono’s Lounge, 3182 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2232. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 149 Church St., Burlington, 865-7166. Capitol Grounds, 45 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800. Carol’s Hungry Mind Café, 24 Merchant’s Row, Middlebury, 388-0101. The Center Bakery & Cafe, 2007 Guptil Road, Waterbury Center, 244-7500. Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 2630 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2576. Charlemont Restaurant, 116 Rt. 100, Morrisville, 888-4242. Charlie B’s, 1746 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-7355. Charlie O’s, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820. Chow! Bella, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405. Cider House BBQ & Pub, 1675 Rt. 2, Waterbury, 244-8400. City Limits, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919. City Sports Grille, 215 Lower Mountain View Dr., Colchester, 655-2720. Coffee Hound, 97 Blakely Rd., Colchester, 651-8963. Club Metronome, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563. Cuzzin’s Nightclub, 230 North Main St., Barre, 479-4344. Dan’s Place, 31 Main Street, Bristol, 453-2774. Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 656-4636. Designhaus, 22 Church St., Burlington, 310-5019. Dobrá Tea, 80 Church St., Burlington, 951-2424. Drink, 133 St. Paul St., Burlington, 951-9463. Finnigan’s Pub, 205 College St., Burlington, 864-8209. Flynn Center/FlynnSpace, 153 Main St., Burlington, 863-5966. Franny O’s, 733 Queen City Pk. Rd., Burlington, 863-2909. Giovanni’s Trattoria, 15 Bridge St., Plattsburgh, 518-561-5856. Good Times Café, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444. Great Falls Club, Frog Hollow Alley, Middlebury, 388-0239. Green Door Studio, 18 Howard St., Burlington, 316-1124. Green Room, 86 St. Paul St., Burlington, 651-9669. Ground Round Restaurant, 1633 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-1122. Gusto’s, 28 Prospect St., Barre, 476-7919. Halvorson’s Upstreet Café, 16 Church St., Burlington, 658-0278. Harbor Lounge at Courtyard Marriott, 25 Cherry St., Burlington, 864-4700. Hardwick Town House, 127 Church St., Hardwick, 456-8966. Harper’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn, 1068 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 863-6363. Higher Ground, 1214 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 652-0777. Hooters, 1705 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 660-8658. The Hub, Airport Dr., Bristol, 453-3678. The Hub Pizzeria & Pub, 21 Lower Main St., Johnson, 635-7626. Iron Lantern, Route 4A, Castleton, 468-5474. JD’s Pub, 2879 Rt. 105, East Berkshire, 933-8924. JP’s Pub, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389. Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 65 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-6135. Koffee Kat, 104 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-8433. Krazy Horse Saloon, 14 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-570-8888.

La Brioche, 159 North Main St., Barre, 476-4276. L.A.C.E., 89 East Main St. Montpelier, 229-0443. Lamb Abbey, 65 Pioneer Circle, Montpelier, 229-2200. Langdon St. Café, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 223-8667. Leunig’s, 115 Church St., Burlington, 863-3759. Lincoln Inn Tavern, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309. Localfolk Smokehouse, Jct. Rt. 100 & 17, Waitsfield, 496-5623. Mad River Unplugged at Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910. Maggie’s, 124 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, 518-562-9317. Main St. Grill & Bar, 118 Main St., Montpelier, 223-3188. Main St. Museum, 58 Bridge St., White River Jct., 356-2776. Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 167 Main St., Burlington, 658-6776. Mary’s at the Inn at Baldwin Creek, 1868 N. Route 116, Bristol, 424-2432. Matterhorn, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198. McKee’s Pub, 19 East Allen St., Winooski, 655-0048. Memorial Auditorium, 250 Main St., Burlington, 864-6044. The Monkey House, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563. Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-563-2222. Muddy Waters, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466. Murray’s Tavern, 4 Lincoln Pl., Essex Jct., 878-4901. Music Box, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533. Naked Turtle, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200. Nectar’s, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771. Nightcrawlers, 127 Porter’s Point Rd., Colchester, 310-4067. Odd Fellows Hall, 1416 North Ave., Burlington, 862-3209. Old Lantern, 3620 Greenbush Rd., Charlotte, 425-2120. Olde Yankee Restaurant, Rt. 15, Jericho, 899-1116. Olive Ridley’s, 37 Court St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-324-2200. On the Rise Bakery, 44 Bridge St., Richmond, 434-7787. Orion Pub & Grill, Route 108, Jeffersonville, 644-8884. Overtime Saloon, 38 S. Main St., St. Albans, 524-0357. Paramount Theater, 30 Center St., Rutland, 775-0570. Parima, 185 Pearl St., Burlington, 864-7917. Park Place Tavern, 38 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3015. Peabody’s Pub, 11 Clinton St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-561-0158. Pickle Barrel Nightclub, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035. Piecasso, 899 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4411. Positive Pie 2, 20 State St., Montpelier, 229-0453. The Pour House, 1930 Williston Rd., South Burlington, 862-3653. Purple Moon Pub, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422. Radio Bean, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346. Rasputin’s, 163 Church St., Burlington, 864-9324. Red Mill Restaurant at Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 475-2311. Red Square, 136 Church St., Burlington, 859-8909. Rhythm & Brews Coffeehouse at Living and Learning, UVM, Burlington, 656-4211. Ripton Community Coffee House, Rt. 125, 388-9782. Rí Rá Irish Pub, 123 Church St., Burlington, 860-9401. River Run Restaurant, 65 Main St., Plainfield, 454-1246. Roque’s Restaurante Mexicano & Cantina, 3 Main St., Burlington, 657-3377. Ruben James, 159 Main St., Burlington, 864-0744. Rusty Nail, Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-6245. Second Floor, 165 Church St., Burlington, 660-2088. Shooters Saloon, 30 Kingman St., St. Albans, 527-3777. Skinny Pancake, 60 Lake St., Burlington, 540-0188. Slide Brook Lodge & Tavern, 3180 German Flats Rd., Warren, 583-2202. Smugglers’ Notch Inn, 55 Church St., Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6607. St. John’s Club, 9 Central Ave., Burlington, 864-9778. Starry Night Café, 5371 Rt. 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-6316. Stowe Coffee House, 57B Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-2189. Stowehof Inn, 434 Edson Hill Rd., Stowe, 253-9722. Sweetwaters, 118 Church St., Burlington, 864-9800. Tabu Café & Nightclub, 14 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-0666. Tamarack Grill at Burke Mountain, 223 Shelburne Lodge Rd., East Burke, 626-7394. T Bones Restaurant & Bar, 38 Lower Mountain View Dr., Colchester, 654-8008. Trackside Tavern, 18 Malletts Bay Ave., Winooski, 655-9542. Three Mountain Lodge Restaurant, Smugglers’ Notch Rd., Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-5736. Two Brothers Tavern, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002. Two Friends Bistro, 1210 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 658-4810. Three Bean Café, 22 Pleasant St., Randolph, 728-3533. Upper Deck Pub at the Windjammer, 1076 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-6585. Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910. Vergennes Opera House, 120 Main St., Vergennes, 877-6737. Vermont Pub & Brewery, 144 College St., Burlington, 865-0500. Village Tavern at Smugglers’ Notch Inn, 55 Church St., Jeffersonville, 644-6765. Wasted City Studios, 1610 Troy Ave., Colchester, 324-8935. Waterbury Wings, 1 South Main St., Waterbury, 244-7827. Watershed Tavern, 31 Center St., Brandon, 247-0100. Waterfront Theatre, 60 Lake St., Burlington, 862-7469.

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Cave bees, cave Bees (Self-released, CD)

(Kealon Records, CD) Ah, alt-country. Once upon a time, the bastard child of dusty country aesthetic and sneering rock sensibility was viewed as a vibrant, well, alternative, to the increasingly homogenized fare issuing from the rhinestone-studded bowels of Nashville. Over the years, what was initially a subversive offshoot blossomed into a legitimate classification within popular music, complete with sub-genres of its own. But legitimacy and popularity inevitably begat a watering down of the high-test whiskey, so to speak, that once fueled the genre. For every Uncle Tupelo, Blood Oranges or Jayhawks came dozens of lesser rodeo-sideshow wannabes mistaking twang for artistic ingenuity and authenticity. Sales of snap-button cowboy shirts and black “CASH” T-shirts went through the roof. And somewhere — perhaps an unmarked grave at Joshua Tree — Gram Parsons wept. Welcome to the Nowhere Motel, the latest from Pennsylvania’s Greg Koons and the Misbegotten, seems something of a microcosm of the history of alt-country. As a songwriter, Koons has moments of trail-weary brilliance that could perhaps console even the aforementioned Grievous Angel. However, too much of his album is marred by the sort of milquetoast laziness currently cannibalizing the genre. The disc begins inauspiciously with “Nowhere to Them, Somewhere to Me” and “Here She Comes,” both of which lean feebly on trite genre contrivances. Feigned Southern drawl? Check. Paint-by-numbers Telecaster riffery? Check. Hackneyed lyrics about some unnamed American small town? Don’t get me started. But things pick up by the fourth track, “There But By the Grace of God Go I.” Koons again invests in timeworn Americana storytelling. But this time around, he injects a wry sensibility that’s lacking on previous cuts. Moreover, he scraps his stylized vocal delivery in favor of more natural tones, and ultimately resembles a less histrionic Roy Orbison as opposed to a poor man’s Tom Petty. The trend continues on “Los Angeles Looks Prettier on TV.” Of all his tunes, this one suggests that beneath Koons’ forced exterior lurks a genuinely insightful lyricist. The song bears a cool, melancholy air that is nostalgic but not overly sentimental. The remainder of Welcome to the Nowhere Motel continues in similarly hit-or-miss fashion. Promising tunes such as “Candy Ain’t a Hooker No More” and “New Boyfriend” are waylaid by clumsy turns like “Every Once in a While” and “A Picture of My Pa Before He Died in Vietnam,” the last of which veers too close to Nashville schmaltz for comfort. Alt-country fans might hope that, going forward, Koons will focus on the first part of the genre’s definition. Greg Koons makes two Vermont appearances this week: Thursday, May 21, at The Purple Moon Pub in Waitsfield and Friday, May 22, at Burlington’s Radio Bean. dan bolles

If Bill Shakespeare was right that brevity is the soul of wit, then the Cave Bees’ band bio may rank among the finest ever written — though that’s a dubious distinction, given the self-flattering nonsense typically found on most one-sheets. Theirs reads, “Long story short: Once the Cave Bees rocked. Now they rock harder.” Honestly, what more do you need to know? Similarly, the Burlington rockers’ self-titled debut is a pulse-quickening exercise in laconic garage-punk efficiency. Clocking in at a shade under 30 minutes, the recording largely comprises tunes from guitarist and lead vocalist Steve Tremblay’s tragicomedy rock opera, Famous Alligator, which, according to liner notes, is “to be released in some form at a later date.” Those nine songs recount the harrowing rise to rock stardom of a, well, famous alligator. It’s a deliciously seedy romp, oozing with sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll. Imagine Ziggy Stardust starring in Rocky Horror Picture Show, reimagined by Robert Crumb, and you’re sort of on the right track. The story begins with “Mine All Mine.” Backed by a blitzkrieg of Creston Lea’s roiling lead guitar, and bruising rhythmic explosions from bassist Rebekah Whitehurst and drummer Frank Zamiello, Tremblay introduces two of his tale’s primary players: a devilishly sleazy manager and his would-be succubus, Sweet Pussy. The latter gets her full due, in all her woozy, hip-swaggering glory, on the following track, the aptly titled “Sweet Pussy.” On the third cut, “I Need a Raise,” we finally meet the protagonist — the talented, hopelessly naive and ultimately doomed famous alligator. Through tracks such as “Flight of the Alligator,” “Round Sum” and “Golden Egg,” our hero proves a likeable enough reptile. And Tremblay captures his inevitable fall from grace with a puckish cleverness that would likely tickle the Bard himself, especially on the opera’s Faustian finale, “See You on the Bottom.” The casual listener likely won’t notice that the three non-opera tracks here are essentially interludes between acts, at least thematically. But they’re also simply great tunes. In particular, the garage ballad “Muskrat Love” and the following track, “Lunacy,” round out the Cave Bees’ debut in raucous fashion. Cave Bees might be the best local rock release in a year already rife with them. In other words, once the Cave Bees rocked. Now they rock harder. Catch the band’s CD release party this Sunday, May 24, at The Monkey House in Winooski with The Figgs and Ryan Ober. dan bolles

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the beat goes on << 09B around you, I think, is more politically charged than anything [we were] saying. But then I realized a few years later — after the New Romantics came and knocked us off our pedestal — all of a sudden you had to be stealing clothes out of your mom’s wardrobe and putting a load of makeup on to get on the television. So, we were very jealous. Anyway, then I realized that music has a number of functions. And one of them is sheer escapism. And that’s what our detractors were trying to say to us, inelegantly. And all the roles of music do have their time and place, I suppose. And it does seem to go in waves, you know? Now it would appear that our music has come back around to be popular again … I think partly it’s that social conscience and social commentary are back on again. The circumstances of England in the late ’70s and here in America 30 years later are remarkably, almost worryingly, similar. You have recession flirting with depression. You’ve got unemployment flirting with double figures. And you’ve got this vague specter of international unease about nuclear issues. It’s a very similar circumstance. And at the time, to be honest, we all thought we were doomed. If somebody had said

we would be talking about this in 2009, we would have quickly corrected them and said, “No. We’ll all be dead by then.” We thought we were doing the apocalypso. Or the skapocalypso. (Laughs) Our notion of it was, well, things look like they’re in terrible circumstances. Either you can have a good dance and see if you can cheer people up and make things better. Or, if we are actually doomed, then we may as well have a good dance and a good laugh before we’re all blown up. SD: Do you see similarities between race relations during the Two Tone era and now? DW: Ooh. Well, I think that race relations are farther advanced in America than they were in England in the late ’70s. The myth of “race,” for one, has, I think, been more or less put to bed. There is only one race: the human race. And it’s very interesting the words people sometimes try and use to sow discord. They would say stuff about “racial prejudice.” Or about “black” and “white.” But black people aren’t black and white people aren’t white. If you were to try and set up a war based on brown and dark pink subspecies, it doesn’t exactly have the same sort of banner attraction as a “race war” between black and white.

But those are the words people use. And those words are inaccurate, which tells you a lot about where they’re coming from. There was something about the Two Tone thing that I think people got automatically in England, because it was right in front of their faces. But it didn’t translate in America and I think it’s worth relaying. The police in England have a black-and-white checkerboard around their hats. And the women police officers, or the “Judy Screws” as they were known at the time, they wore a black-and-white cravat over their jackets. So, in some ways, the black-and-white checkerboard, although it signified black and white — pink and brown — people living together, it also was a way of taking back the image, or the icon of the police, who were as equally cruel to minorities as they were to white people who wanted to see a bit of a change. So, in some ways, it was a bit like African Americans taking back the word “nigger” and using as their own. It kind of diffused things. It was like putting on a concert that meant the exact opposite of what the police were being forced to enforce, and using their flag to wave back at them. And making their flag mean something else.

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SD: Do you listen to much third- or fourth-wave ska? And what are your thoughts on it? DW: I adore Westbound Train. They’re smooth and they’ve got good songs. Out of England, I also like Sonic Boom Six, because I’ve been waiting for ages for someone to successfully mix up the power of ska and hip-hop. And I think they’re doing a pretty good job with that. Out of traditional ska, I like The Dualers, out of England. It’s two singing brothers who sound like they’re from Kingston in 1963. But I think their dad was, so that’s why. Regardless of what wave of ska it might be, there’s always a pronounced difference between bands that have got memorable songs and the bands that have just got the form without the substance. So for every wave of ska, you’ve got a few groups that stand the test of time. And it’s basically because they’ve got songs that you can sing and remember the words to and feel moved by some years later. It’s not just singing songs about ska. You know, “Everybody’s skanking! Pick it up! Pick it up!” It’s like, shut up. I hate it when toasters or rappers start rapping and toasting about rapping and toasting. “We pick up de mic and we light up de crowd.” Shut up! We know that’s

what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here! Stop talking about it. We can see you’ve got the microphone in your hand. You don’t need to say something. So I’m always nervous about that. And I remember when No Doubt and Mighty Mighty Bosstones hit. We were in Orange County at the time. And it seemed like, over a three-month period, a load of heavy-metal bands who were getting nowhere were suddenly skanking it up, singing songs about ska. Desperate to the point of craven. It’s like, you had nothing to sing about as a heavy-metal band and you are continuing that fine tradition as a ska band. But because of that, nobody’s going to know who you are in 10 years’ time. So that’s always been the difference for me. Do you have a song that makes the hair stand up on your neck? Does it make you cry when you sing it at home? And if it does, it stands half a chance that you might move other people’s hearts as well. And if you do, they will remember you for it. How brave are you willing to be to reveal your common human weaknesses in front of others? Because that’s what binds us in common — our mutual weaknesses, not our pretended strengths. m

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SUN.24 << 13B RAdIO BEAN: Old Time sessions, 1 p.m., Free. Trio gusto (jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Adam sullivan (singersongwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Midwest dilemma, Brad Hoshaw (indie-folk), 9 p.m., Free. Tom Hamill (singersongwriter), 11 p.m., Free. REd squARE: Myra Flynn & spark (neo-soul), 9 p.m., Free. Rí Rá IRIsH PuB: Irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free.

:: central LANgdON sTREET CAFé: Montpelier High school student showcase, 3 p.m., Donations.

:: northern BEE’s KNEEs: Jazz Brunch with Johi, 10 a.m., Free. Tom Banjo’s Cranky show with The Eames Brothers (alt-theater), 7:30 p.m., Donations. THE HuB PIzzERIA & PuB: Jazz on Tap (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free.

MON.25 :: burlington area

1/2 LOuNgE: Heal-In sessions with Reverence & Nickel B (reggae), 10 p.m., Free. NECTAR’s: Elephantbear (rock), 11 p.m., Free. RAdIO BEAN: Open Mic, 8 p.m., Free. REd squARE: Flood in the Fizzy Factory (rock), 9 p.m., Free. RuBEN JAMEs: Why Not Monday? with dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

:: central LANgdON sTREET CAFé: Open Mic, 7 p.m., Free.

TUE.26 :: burlington area

1/2 LOuNgE: The dog daze with dJs A-dog & Big dog (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. 242 MAIN: sister Kisser, uncle dad & the Family secret (rock), 8 p.m., $7. AA. HIgHER gROuNd BALLROOM: The English Beat (ska), 8 p.m., $20/22. AA. LEuNIg’s: Juliet McVicker (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. LINCOLN INN TAVERN: Jam Night, 7 p.m., Free. THE MONKEy HOusE: Hip-Hop Open Mic with dakota, 10 p.m., Free. NECTAR’s: That Toga Band (electroacoustic), 7 p.m., Free. WBKM Bluesday Tuesday with The Book’em Blues Band, 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. PARIMA ACOusTIC LOuNgE: Island Night with dJ skinny T (DJ), 9 p.m., Free. RAdIO BEAN: gua gua (psychotropical), 6 p.m., Free. Laura Meyer (singersongwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Mike grubbs (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., Free. Honky Tonk sessions (honky-tonk), 10 p.m., $3.

REd squARE: World Bashment with demus & super K (reggae), 9 p.m., Free.

:: central CHARLIE O’s: Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. LANgdON sTREET CAFé: Rich Hamilton (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Chelsea McBee (old-time), 9:15 p.m., Donations. MAIN sTREET gRILL ANd BAR: Pete & AJ (rock), 7 p.m., Free.

:: champlain valley gOOd TIMEs CAFé: geoff Muldaur (folk), 8:30 p.m., $20. TWO BROTHERs TAVERN: Monster Hits Karaoke, 9 p.m.

:: northern BEE’s KNEEs: Paddy Reagan (singersongwriter), 7:30 p.m., Donations. PIECAssO: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.

WED.27 :: burlington area

1/2 LOuNgE: sirenix: queen City songwriter series with steve Hartman (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., Free. The Eames Brothers Band (blues), 9 p.m., Free. LEuNIg’s: Lars duggan (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. LINCOLN INN TAVERN: Eagle Country Music Night, 7 p.m., Free. MANHATTAN PIzzA & PuB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free.

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THE MONKEy HOusE: Torpedo Rodeo, Lady Bright, sway, yoko Kikuchi (rock), 9 p.m., $5. NECTAR’s: True school Wednesday Nastee & A-dog, (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. RAdIO BEAN: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free. Open Bluegrass session, 7:30 p.m., Free. REd squARE: dJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. grippo/sklar quintet (funk), 8 p.m., Free. sECONd FLOOR: superstar Karaoke with Robbie J, 10 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.

Club listings & spotlights are written by dan Bolles. Spotlights are at the discretion of the editor. Send listings by Friday at noon, including info phone number, to clubs@sevendaysvt.com. Find past album reviews and future club dates online at www.sevendaysvt.com/music.

:: central CHARLIE O’s: Rebecca Hart (folk), 10 p.m., Free. LANgdON sTREET CAFé: david greenberg & Adam Finchler (altfolk), 7 p.m., Donations. Kelly Ravin Trio (roots), 9 p.m., Donations.

:: champlain valley 51 MAIN: Mark Lavoie (blues), 9 p.m., Free. CITy LIMITs: Karaoke with Balance Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free. gOOd TIMEs CAFé: geoff Muldaur (folk), 8:30 p.m., $20.

:: northern BEE’s KNEEs: Eric sommer (singersongwriter), 7:30 p.m., Donations. m

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WED.20 business 'Rampin' Up the Revenue': Retailers learn how Freedom software can help them handle inventory. Courtyard Marriott Burlington Harbor, Burlington, 8-9:30 a.m. $10; registration required. Info, 863-3929, ext. 103. Vermont Business & Industry Expo: Exhibitors from nearly 200 Vermont companies try to hold each other's attention at this businessto-business event. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $10 registration after May 15. Info, 238-6592.

dance Hip-Hop Workshop: Pop-'n'-lockers pick up moves at an uptempo streetdance session. Essex Junction Great Events, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $10. Info, 578-8330.

etc. Embroiderers' Guild Demonstration: Textile artists preserve the needle art in an open exhibition. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. - noon. Free. Info, 879-7576. Homeownership Info Meeting: Prospective house hunters learn about the resources available to them through the Permanently Affordable Homeownership Program. Champlain Housing Trust, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6244. Knitting Group: Yarn-and-needle crafters join a sitting circle as they loop together creations. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7576. Patchwork Pillows: Beginners create vintage cases to rest their heads on by jazzing up recycled fabrics and textures. The Bobbin Sew Bar & Craft Lounge, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. $40 includes all materials. Info, 862-7417. Unix Meeting: Software smarties convene for a monthly meeting to play with the boards, build circuits and talk about technology. Logic Supply, South Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6958.

film 'Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters': Director Paul Schrader takes viewers on a trippy ride through the life of the tormented Japanese cult writer. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-6462576.

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drama queens Suspense dramas rarely end happily ever after ... unless you’re checking out this three-part performance by the Adirondack Dance Company. New York City choreographer Rebecca Kelly creates an ominous, thrilling mood as dancers Sierra Boyea, Alexis Hewitt, Eve Morocco and Lydia Price move in urgent rhythms toward a crescendo in “Made of the Dark.” Then the company’s artistic director, Kathy Koester, switches up the stage fairy-tale-style with a rendition of Cinderella performed by Kristin Glazier (as Cinders) and students from area dance schools. After running the emotional gamut, the night levels out with an “Evening of the Arts,” featuring The After Five Brass ensemble, soft-shoed jigs and hard-shoed reels from the Champlain Valley Irish Dancers, and a Caribbean-style dance excerpt from the Adirondack Regional Theatre’s upcoming show, Once on This Island. Watch the stage turn from dark to light in these premier productions. Adirondack Dance Company

Thursday, May 21, 7:30 p.m. at Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh. $8-10. Info, 518-335-7385.

'Eat the Wild Things!': Diners sample a healthy meal of foraged fare. Purple Shutter Herbs, Winooski, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $14. Info, 865-4372.

kids Babytime: Crawling tots and their parents group up with comrades for playtime and sharing. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:3011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. 'Horse in the Pigpen': Kids read a rhyming story about farm animals swapping pastures and stay on the lookout for a misplaced horse and cow around the museum. Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, 9-10:30 a.m. $3-5. Info, 457-2355.

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MOVING & GROOVING: Young ones jam out to rock 'n' roll and world-beat tunes. Recommended for ages 2 to 5, but all are welcome. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. ORIGAMI AIRPLANES: Students in grades 2 and up craft flying mobiles from folded paper. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. PAJAMA STORYTIME: Kids cuddle up in their nightclothes for an hour of bedtime stories, cookies and milk. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-0313. 'PUSS IN BOOTS': The famous feline fantasy is reenacted by the Fletcher Kids' Drama Club in a performance for all ages. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 865-7216. 'WORLD ART': Budding artists ages 6 to 14 explore world cultures to develop new drawing and painting skills. The Dhatri Foundation, South Burlington, 10-11 a.m. $8. Info, 862-2333.

Also, see clubdates in Section B. 'LA CENERENTOLA': Opera aficionados absorb the Met's high-def audiovisual broadcast of Rossini's take on "Cinderella." Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 660-9300. WORLD MUSIC PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE: African and European cultures collide harmoniously in "Afro-Celtic Collaboration: Music for the People," featuring spirited special guest group Gypsy Reel. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $3-12. Info, 603-646-2422.

‘SHIPWRECKS IN LAKE CHAMPLAIN’

Thursday, May 21, 7 p.m., at the Welcome Center in St. Johnsbury. Free. Info, 748-8291. lcmm.org

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What lurks under the waves of Lake Champlain, other than the elusive Champ? The Water Witch, the Phoenix and General Butler, to start. They’re just three of more than 300 ships that sank to the bottom of the lake over the course of its life as a bustling military and commercial thoroughfare. Underwater archaeologist and author Adam Kane, of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, explores the cold, murky depths in a lecture that touches on feats of heroism and tragedies. Slides, drawings and video clips give listeners a glimpse of our rich submerged cultural heritage as part of the Quadricentennial. Ready to learn more about Sam’s lake, from the Revolutionary War to today? Here’s the chance to dive right in.

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YES, WE CAN In 2007, the Chandler Center for the Arts hosted NPR’s weekly program “From the Top,” which features the talents of outstanding young classical musicians. With that experience under their belts, organizers Janet Watton, Becky McMeekin and Betsy Canlin knew they could find equally skilled local youngsters for a Green Mountain interpretation. More than 20 music-making minors auditioned in mid-March for an inaugural The Next Generation concert, and 14 young folks ages 14 to 18 got the golden ticket go-ahead. Hailing from all over the state (with a few from New Hampshire), they sing and play pieces ranging from the early Italian Baroque to the contemporary period on piano, violin, cello and accordion. Be sure to catch Middlebury vocalist Sarabeth Hamberlin, second-place scholarship winner at the Vermont All-State Music Festival in 2008 and 2009, along with other up-and-comers.

outdoors LADIES GROUP PADDLE: Women take to the waters of the lazy Clyde River in a group boating session. Clyde River Recreation, West Charleston, 4-7 p.m. $10 plus tax. Info, 895-4333.

‘THE NEXT GENERATION’

Friday, May 22, 7:30 p.m., at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph. $5-10. Info, 728-6464. chandler-arts.org

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Audience members experience the twists of a dark and stormy night at the Barre Players’ seventh and final touring performance of the wacky, weird Rocky Horror Show. In this musical spoofing the classic storylines of 1950s sci-fi and horror flicks, stranded young lovers Brad (played by Will Roberts) and Janet (Shannon Pitonyak) seek car help from a nearby castle, which just happens to be inhabited by “sweet transvestites from transsexual Transylvania” such as Frank N. Furter (newcomer Nicholas Bukalew). After the Players performed the heavily audience-participatory show in 2006, it became a favorite and, says producer Linda Winter, the natural fundraising choice for this 38-year-old theater troupe facing financial crisis. The Players use new choreography to add their own flair to the show’s chaotic scenarios of seduction and jealousy. What other outlandish (and lingerie-laden) surprises will pop up? Join the “Time Warp” to find out. ‘THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW’

Friday, May 22, 8 p.m., at the Chapel of Vermont College in Montpelier. $20. Info, 229-4191 or 249-0414.

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Antiques Roadshow: Old-stuff appraisers Greg Hamilton and Lori Scotnicki examine folks' silver, art, furniture, pottery and more for estimated value. Bixby Memorial Library, Vergennes, 7-8:30 p.m. $5 per item appraised. Info, 877-2211. Crochet Mathematics!: Learn about mathematical concepts while crocheting a craft project and munching lunch. The Bobbin Sew Bar & Craft Lounge, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. $40 includes materials. Info, 862-7417. End-to-Ender's Workshop: A panel of long-distance hikers dishes out tips for the trail. Green Mountain Club Headquarters, Waterbury Center, 6:30-9 p.m. $25. Info, 244-7037. Mt. Mansfield Scale Modelers: Hobbyists break out the superglue and sweat the small stuff at a miniatureconstruction skill swap. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-0765. Plant Sale: Gardeners pick out potted seedlings and perennials to support the Vermont Dismas House. 1033 Pine Street, Burlington, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, 878-9852. Store Tour: Shoppers are guided through the different benefits of organic and conventional produce. Healthy Living, South Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2569.

Ride of Silence: Cyclists spin wheels in a 12-mile leisurely ride to commemorate those injured or killed by motor vehicles while biking. State Street, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 225-8904. Strike Out Cancer: Bowlers shoot balls down lanes to knock down pins and support the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Spare Time Family Fun Center, Colchester, 7-9:30 p.m. $30. Info, 316-9064.

talks Alan Rubel: Fans of the ring learn about our state's rich boxing history in "Gloves: The Stories of Vermont's Greatest Boxers, Trainers and Personalities." Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. David Colander: The "Economics Court Jester" gives a fresh and funny perspective on the current money mess. Hoehl Welcome Center, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 862-9355. Eric Segalstad: The author and photographer examines the fates of musicians who by the age of 27 had left both their mark and the land of the living. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. Margaret Burke: The former Peace Corps volunteer and current educator shows slides of her time volunteering in Kazakhstan and tells a remarkable story about her host's life in the small village. McClure Center for School Programs, Shelburne, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 985-8686. 'When Worlds Collide': Mathematical ecologist Moshe Braner spreads energy literacy, assesses the impact of Peak Oil and suggests policy responses. Burlington Infoshop, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $35. Info, 999-2768.

theater Auditions for 2009 'Ten-Fest': Actors perfect staged readings to land a role in this year's four-night performance of 10 short plays. Valley Players Theater, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 485-5636 .

words Ann McKinstry Micou: The Vermont author of three books about Fiction Set in Vermont scribbles her name onto covers and speaks about recurring local themes. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. 'Rosalee Was Here': The Green Candle Theatre Company reads playwright Maura Campbell's story about a 13-yearold girl who is a convicted sexual predator. Outer Space Café, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 310-3211.

THU.21 activism Chittenden County Progressive Meeting: Town members get an overview of the 2009 legislative session and voting records while brainstorming issues and future events of interest. O'Brien Community Center, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 343-2604.

business Vermont Business & Industry Expo: See WED.20, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

dance Adirondack Dance Company: New York City choreographer Rebecca Kelly creates rhythmic moves in a miniature suspense drama, "Made of the Dark." "Cinderella Suite" and "Evening of the Arts" are also presented. Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $8-10. Info, 518-335-7385.

fairs & festivals Montreal Sketch Comedy Festival: Teams of yuksters from Toronto, New York, Montréal and Los Angeles create sidesplitting scenarios on stage in a seven-day ode to improvisational fun. Theatre Ste. Catherine, Montréal, Québec, 8 p.m. $12. Info, 514-2843939.

film Spring ARTifacts Film Series: Film buffs tune in for rare vintage flicks featuring road trips, tramps and hobos, such as The Little Tramp with Charlie Chaplin. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 7-10 p.m. Free. Info, 356-2776. 'Step Into Liquid': Described by the New York Times as "insanely gorgeous," this in-depth dive into surf culture profiles surfer dudes and secret spots around the world. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.

health & fitness 'Keep That Spring in Your Spine!': Rolfer Robert Rex combines Kundalini yoga and Rolf Movement Integration to show folks how to keep their vertebrae happy. Healthy Living, South Burlington, 5 p.m. $10. Info, 863-2569.

kids Music with Peter: Preschoolers up to age 5 bust out song and dance moves. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Preschool Storytime: Tots ages 3 to 5 bury their noses in books with readaloud tales, rhymes, songs and crafts. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313.

outdoors Bird Walk: Watchers of winged ones take an early a.m. turn through woods and pastures. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7-8:30 a.m. Donations. Info, 434-2167. Champlain Longboats Launch Day: Student boatbuilders present their latest rowing gig, Wind Rose, with a parade down to the water for its first dip. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 475-2022 . ‘The Next Generation’ (music)

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Peggy Armitage: The Vermont historian and author of the newly released pictorial history Around Pittsford takes readers on a stroll down memory lane as she discusses the area's rich past. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050.

Dr. Bike: A cycle-shop pro introduces free wheelers to the basics of brakes, shifting and commuter maintenance. Skirack, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-3313.

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Anarchist Craft Circle: Creative types put their heads together over public art projects that dismantle "the patriarchy," one stitch at a time. The Bobbin Sew Bar & Craft Lounge, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 862-7417. Intro to Square-Foot Gardening: Greenskeepers dig through the basics of easy gardening and weed prevention. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202. Patchwork Pillows: See WED.20, 2-4 p.m. Plant & Book Sale: Bibliomaniacs and gardeners convene to find pages and posies that suit their fancy. Copeland Furniture Outlet Store, Bradford, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536. Plant Sale: See THU.21, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Rummage Sale: Shoppers find all the treasures they never knew they needed at a comprehensive donation sale to support the theatre. Depot Theatre, Westport, N.Y., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 518-962-4449.

'Leading Through Jewish Values': Vermont Secretary of State Deb Markowitz leads a discussion on morals in a "Lunch and Learn" session. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 863-4214. 'Shipwrecks in Lake Champlain': Underwater archaeologist Adam Kane dives deep into the history of Lake Champlain's most harrowing shipwrecks from the Revolutionary War to today. Welcome Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291. Van Jones: The Obama-appointed Special Advisor of Green Jobs gives a keynote speech at the "Building Tomorrow's Economy" luncheon. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 12-1:30 p.m. $40. Info, 238-6592. Wendy Rea: The Barre Branch president at Merchants Bank leads a "Weathering the Storm" discussion on how to ditch the debt. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

theater 'Burning in China': Vermont playwright Gary Moore chronicles the 1989 Tiananmen Square demonstrations in a dramatic monologue directed by five-time Oscar nominee Caleb Deschanel. Montpelier City Hall Auditorium, Montpelier, 7 p.m. $20-25. Info, 229-0492. 'The Spielpalast Cabaret': Dancing dames and a rowdy, rousing band make for an exciting burlesqueand-vaudeville style evening. Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 8 p.m. $20-22. Info, 863-5966; 802-238-4976.

words 'Booked for Lunch': Local booksellers and collectors Deb Barnum and Kathy Roberts regale listeners with stories about their most profitable finds. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 658-0245.

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film 'Hook': Families follow the second star to the left straight on till morning as they watch a grown-up Peter Pan battle Captain Hook. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. 'Hotel for Dogs': Families settle down to catch a flick about two foster children who commandeer an empty hotel and use it as a safe house for shelter pets. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. 'Sands of Iwo Jima': John Wayne plays a hard-nosed marine sergeant who turns his company into a fighting machine ready for combat in this 1949 flick. Vergennes Opera House, Vergennes, 7:30 p.m. $5. Info, 877-6737.

food & drink Hardwick Farmers Market: A burgeoning culinary community celebrates local ag with fresh produce and handcrafted goods. Route 15 West, Hardwick, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 626-7225.

health & fitness Sports & Fitness Exposition: Athletes stretch their muscles by checking out training seminars, adventure films, 60 vendors and a buffet dinner with speaker Sarah Reinertsen, an amputee triathlon champ. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 4-8 p.m. Free ($25 for dinner). Info, 863-8412.

kids Drop-In Story Time: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers enjoy stories from picture books accompanied by finger plays and action rhymes. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956, brownell_library@yahoo.com.

music Also, see clubdates in Section B. Bread & Bones: The Vermont-based acoustic trio plays traditional roots tunes and eclectic original compositions. Bristol Bakery and Café, Bristol, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 453-3280. John Bryant: This pianist thrives on jumping genres, visiting notes and chords in everything from ragtime to Rachmaninoff and blues to Beethoven. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050. Opera Meet & Greet: Guests chat with professional singers from the cast of Middlebury's Barber of Seville over drinks and hors d'oeuvres, then get comfy to hear famous arias. Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, 5 p.m. $25. Info, 382-9222. Summer Music Series: Local band Jericho Road Crew kicks off a familyfriendly concert with dancing to boot. Covenant Community Church, Essex, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 899-1139. 'The Next Generation': Fourteen high school students who've seriously studied classical music perform opera arias, art songs, piano solos and more. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, 728-6464.

outdoors Public Star Gazing: The Vermont Astronomical Society calls on night owls to gather for a glimpse of glowing balls of plasma held together by gravity in the dark evening sky. Dorset Park, South Burlington, 7:30-11 p.m. Free. Info, 658-2131. Singles Group Paddle: Lone wolves take to the waters of the lazy Clyde River in a group boating session. Clyde River Recreation, West Charleston, 4-7 p.m. $10 plus tax. Info, 895-4333. Spring Bird Walk: Explore woods and fields near a waterway to see warblers, vireos, tanagers and members of other migrating species. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 7-9 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-3068. Spring Migration Bird Walk: Binocular buddies keep a sharp lookout for warblers, vireos and other newly arrived spring migrants. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7-8:30 a.m. $5. Info, 229-6206.

theater 'Burning in China': See THU.21, 8 p.m. 'The Rocky Horror Show': The Barre Players put their own spin on the outlandish cult classic fave. The Chapel of Vermont College, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 229-4191 or 802-249-0414. 'The Spielpalast Cabaret': See THU.21, 8 p.m.

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Vermiculture & Worm Bins: Gail Ruggles shows how to raise the squirming invertebrates to keep a healthy garden. Northwoods Stewardship Center, East Charleston, 9 a.m. - noon. $10. Info, 723-6551, ext. 112.

fairs & festivals craft & Garden fair: Unique jewelry, quilts, perennials, houseplants and handcrafted arts abound. Hardwick Elementary School, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 472-5906. essex memorial day Parade: Marching bands make music to support 10 different divisions of floats. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 872-8972. KiWanis sPrinG festiVal: Folks rejoice in the season with a 5K walk/ run, craft and garden fair, carnival, barbecue and more. Hardwick Downtown, 9 a.m. - noon. Free. Info, 472-5906. mayfest arts & crafts festiVal: Some of New England's finest jewelers, potters and artists peddle their wares for more than 10,000 people. Main Street, Bennington, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, 442-5758. montreal sKetch comedy festiVal: See THU.21, 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. Postcard & history fair: Fourteen dealers offer Vermont mail memorabilia such as stamps and photos at a large flea market, and old stuff gets appraised at an "Antiques Road Show." Whitcomb Junior/Senior High School, Bethel, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 234-5064. sustainaBle liVinG & aGricultural fair: The state's growers and producers show what a sustainable future looks like with exhibits and demos. Center for Agricultural Economy, Hardwick, noon 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 472-6185.

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'last chance harVey': After an inattentive dad gets ditched by his daughter on her wedding day, he meets an Englishwoman who turns his life around. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576. 'silent moVie niGht': Dress up as a favorite silent movie star and take a stroll down the red carpet to the town green to see The Battle of the Silent Stars: Charlie vs. Buster! accompanied with live piano music by Leslie Klami. Middletown Springs Historical Society, 7 p.m. Free.

harry Bliss: The Vermont-based author and illustrator of the new comic book Luke on the Loose reads aloud to little ones. Phoenix Books, Essex, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. Kids' craft laB: Small hands create finger crochet necklaces using recycled materials, with parental help. The Bobbin Sew Bar & Craft Lounge, Burlington, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $10 includes all materials. Info, 862-7417. 'saturday stories': Librarians read from popular picture books. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313.

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chocolate tastinG: Can solid chocolate be described as fruity, buttery, or spicy? Eaters give their sweet-tooth a workout sampling these rich treats. Lake Champlain Chocolates, Burlington, 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1807. 'Gluten-free 101': Thinking about saying goodbye to wheat, barley and rye? Find out what eating gluten-free is all about from herbalist and nutritionist Kris Kelly. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 10 a.m. - noon. $10-12. Info, 224-7100. middleBury farmers marKet: Crafts, cheeses, breads and fresh veggies vie for spots in shoppers' totes. The Marbleworks, Middlebury, 9 a.m. noon. Free. Info, 388-0178. northWest farmers marKet: Stock up on local, seasonal produce, garden plants, canned goods and handmade crafts. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Free. Info, 373-5821. shoP With the chef: The chef and owner of Ariel's Riverside Cafe and Bar, Lee Duberman, takes shoppers under her wing as she stocks up on local produce for salads and other seasonal offerings. Capital City Farmers Market, Montpelier, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 685-4360. small-Batch tofu-maKinG: Writer and chef Linda Furiya soaks soy beans to produce a rich milk, then coagulates and presses it into the veggie-friendly fave. Healthy Living, South Burlington, 11 a.m. - noon. $10. Info, 863-2569. st. JohnsBury-caledonia farmers marKet: Folks can browse through local baked goods, handmade crafts and fresh produce. St. Johnsbury Farmers Market, St. Johnsbury, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 626-8396.

BurlinGton farmers marKet: Vendors sell everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to ethnic cuisine to pottery to artisan cheese. Burlington City Hall Park, Burlington, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 343-9289. caPital city farmers marKet: Fresh produce, perennials, seedlings, homebaked foods and handmade crafts lure local buyers throughout the growing season. Capital City Farmers Market, Montpelier, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 685-4360.

music Also, see clubdates in Section B. christoPher shaW: The musician and storyteller performs songs of the Adirondacks. The Hall, St. Albans, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 524-9644. cody michaels: Vermont's acclaimed piano soloist presses keys to produce exhilarating original songs that pay tribute to nature and the human spirit. Universalist Church, Barre, 7 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation. Info, 479-0114.

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'Rock thE EaRth': Musical notes and chords from Sweet Potato Sunshine, Laura Heaberlin, Colin McCaffrey and other bands get the crowds revved up at a benefit for Friends of the Winooski River. Richmond Farmers' Market, 4:30-9:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 899-2946. SEnioR FEatuRE concERt: Graduating seniors say goodbye in the year's final Barbary Coast Jazz Ensemble performance. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8 p.m. $3-12. Info, 603-646-2422. 'SongS oF thE oPEn Road': Folks add flavor to a DIY concert with Pariah Beat by bringing musical instruments, songs and barbecue fixings to share. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 9-11 p.m. $8. Info, 356-2776.

outdoors BiRd WaLk: Warbler watchers bring binoculars and try to spy feathers in flight. Hazen Union High School, Hardwick, 7-9 a.m. Free. Info, 472-6517. 'WaLk on thE WiLd SidE': Herbalist, naturalist and dietitian Melanie Putz Brotz leads a plant treasure hunt for mushrooms, nettles and mustard greens. Intervale Center, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. - noon. Free. Info, 861-9700.

sport dandELion Run: Runners pass through the Northeast Kingdom's fields of flowers in the region's first half marathon recreational event. Derby Beach House, Lake Salem, 9 a.m. $25. Info, 334-8511. StatE chamPionShiPS: Frisbees go flying as players in the Vermont Youth Ultimate League battle it out for the best-in-state title. South Burlington High School, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info, 476-4811.

talks 'touR oF a Root cELLaR': Richard Czaplinski explains the construction and uses of his cellar and greenhouse in Adamant. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 9-11 a.m. & 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202.

theater 'BuRning in china': See THU.21, 8 p.m. 'thE SPiELPaLaSt caBaREt': See THU.21, 8 p.m. & 11 p.m.

SUN.24 dance iSRaELi dancE WoRkShoP: Movers bring clean, soft-soled shoes and learn traditional circle or line dances. Partners not required. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 9 p.m. $2. Info, 888-5706.

etc. aPPLE BLoSSom Book SaLE: See SAT.23, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. BuRLington cohouSing PotLuck: Hungry people bring a dish to share as they meet, mingle and learn about collaborative living. East Village Cohousing, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 863-8755. chESS cLuB: Tabletop warriors do battle at the behest of players of all ages and abilities. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050. dungEonS & dRagonS: Paper-and-pencil adventures await imaginative XP earners. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050.

FREnch convERSation: Dimanche is the time to discuter for speakers at all levels. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088. 'mEEt 'n' SniFF': Noses investigate perfume oils in a Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab olfactory extravaganza. Healthy Living, South Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2569. PLant SaLE: See THU.21, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. QuEER cRaFt ciRcLE: Lesbian, gay, bi and transgender creators get their craft on in a supportive sphere. The Bobbin Sew Bar & Craft Lounge, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 862-7417. RummagE SaLE: See FRI.22, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. ScRaBBLE cLuB: Triple-letter-square seekers wage word wars. McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 2-6 p.m. Free. Info, 862-9912. ShEEP ShEaRing WEEkEnd: See SAT.23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Also, see clubdates in Section B. codY michaELS: See SAT.23, Sky Meadow Retreat, Greensboro Bend, 7 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation. Info, 533-2505. LiSa oRnStEin & andRE maRchand: The fiddlist and guitarist demonstrate their traditional sounds. Billings Hall, UVM, Burlington, 6-9 p.m. $20 suggested donation. Info, 849-6968.

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mEmoRiaL daY cLaSSic douBLEhEadER: Fans see the stars from the American Canadian Tour Late Models and the open-wheel groundpounding monsters from the True Value Modified Racing Series running in circles. Thunder Road Speed Bowl, Barre, 10 a.m. $5-20. Info, 244-6963. vERmont citY maRathon: Serious runners do the grueling 26.2 in a run finishing at Waterfront Park. Battery Park, Burlington, 7 a.m. $95. Info, 863-8412.

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etc. 'aLLERgiES & aSthma': Guido Masé explores herbal support strategies to soothe inflamed respiratory tracts. City Market, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 861-9700.

TUE.26 dance LinE dancE: Folks rock the grapevine and shuffle-step with guidance from Wes and Sally Blair. A beginner's lesson starts at 6 p.m. and open dancing starts at 7. Essex Junction Great Events, 6-9 p.m. $9.50. Info, 434-2891.

etc. aaRP SaFE dRivER couRSE: Motor vehicle operators ages 50 and up take a quick trip into the classroom for a how-to refresher. Hinesburg Town Hall, 1-5 p.m. $12-14. Info, 482-4691. BuRLington WRitER'S gRouP: Wordsmiths put pen to paper as they write from prompts and share their work aloud in a no-pressure atmosphere. First Unitarian Universalist Church, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 863-6648. knit night: Crafty needleworkers (crocheters, too) share their talents and company as they give yarn a makeover. Phoenix Books, Essex, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. TUE.26 >> 24B

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'sweet & savory CrêPes': Lovers of the skinny pancakes whip up buckwheat ones with spring veggies and sweetened ones with rhubarb and crème fraîche. City Market, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 861-9700.

health & fitness Laughter yoga: Chortlers channel the untapped healing power of yukking it up. Richmond Free Library, 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, 349-5404.

WED.27 dance hiP-hoP workshoP: See WED.20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

etc. aBraham-hiCks study grouP: Believers in the law of attraction investigate its "secrets" through DVDs and discussion. Unity Church of Vermont, Essex Junction, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 363-9071. 'get wise on weeds': Home gardeners and land managers learn to identify and deal with pesky invasive species such as honeysuckle and barberry. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0123.

kids Creative tuesdays with frank gonzaLez: Artists of all ages bring old newspaper to create puppets, masks and other dramatic papier-mâché. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. PresChooL disCovery Program: Bug detectives ages 3 to 5 explore what insects are having for lunch. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 10-11:30 a.m. $5. Info, 229-6206. toddLer storytime: Little ones ages 18 to 35 months get cozy listening to stories, singing nursery rhymes and playing games with new buds. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313.

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kids BaBytime: See WED.20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. moving & grooving: See WED.20, 11-11:30 a.m. PinkLetinks & PoLLywogs: Tots ages 3 to 5 and their parents sleuth about the Peeper Pond for frogs, tadpoles and water tigers. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 1-2 p.m. $8-10 for adult/child pair; $4 for additional child. Info, 434-3068. PresChooL disCovery Program: See TUE.26, 10-11:30 a.m. 'wooL gathering: a sheeP famiLy reunion': Toddlers visit a flock of Southdown sheep after reading farm-animal-themed poetry and snacking. Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, 9-10:30 a.m. $3-5. Info, 457-2355.

talks eddie hayes: The research assistant shares adventures from his trip to French Guyana, where he climbed 90-foot-high trees to pollinate flowers in the rainforest. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. 'kiCk the oiL haBit': Beginning conservationists learn how to switch to a more renewable form of energy. Two Brothers Tavern, Middlebury, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 385-1911.

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'written on the wind': Dysfunctional relationships are the norm for wealthy Texas siblings Marylee and Kyle in Douglas Sirk's 1956 drama, which Roger Ebert called "perverse and wickedly funny." Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8:50 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.

Also, see clubdates in Section B. green mountain Chorus: Men who like to sing learn four-part harmonies at an open meeting of this all-guy barbershop group. St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5439, w1sj@arrl.net. Jonathan tortoLano: The four strings of the solo cello vibrate harmoniously to form classical songs. Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel, Colchester, 12:15 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. miLton Community Band rehearsaL: The band tunes up its brass and woodwinds for the summer concert season. New musicians are encouraged to visit, with no auditions necessary. Milton Elementary School, 7-8:45 p.m. Free. Info, 893-1398.

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itaLian Conversation grouP: Parla Italiano? A native speaker leads a language practice for all ages and abilities. Room 101. St. Edmund's Hall, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3869. knitting grouP: See WED.20, 78:30 p.m.

film 'the audition': This documentary reveals the behind-the-scenes drama of trying out at the Metropolitan Opera's Council. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 382-9222. 'the trouBLe with harry': Hitchcock takes a chill pill from his usual suspense films in this 1955 comedy about a dead body that shows up in a Vermont town and won't stay buried. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.

sCott funk: The Aging in Place advocate sparks an interactive chat on "The Politics of Aging." Carpenter Carse Library, Hinesburg, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 428-2878. 'why are we here?': A PowerPoint presentation illuminates the Gnostic perspective on humanity's "purpose on this planet." Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 524-9706, vermont@goldenrosycross. org. m

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STAGE #1: Posting It EVAN COOK: The story starts some time ago when I created my Seven Days “Two to Tango” account. For about a year, no yield. I tried other sites and still nothing. Well, after about a year I rewrote my personal page, focusing on the “sell yourself” part. You know, “talk about yourself in a nutshell.” So I asked myself: What would I be like in a nutshell? Very small, probably; that or a really big nutshell would be sitting in the middle of the room. Now, with that kind of crazy humor, how could she resist?

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NICE GUY LOOKING FOR WOMAN Stable/secure male looking for woman who either has experience or is questioning her interest in the work of BDSM. I would like to find a woman who is at ease w/either dressing up & going out or hanging out in jeans. BDSM is fun! Would like to find woman who wants the same. Long term or simple dating is fine. VTMtnDom, 44, #101622 I KNOW AS YOU KNOW You understand the guidance of a man & accept the possession. Always safe, cherished & revered. Always dominate in your world. Man into local food, music, food production, Vermont lifestyle. Do you know? naturaleasy, 51, #113598 WANT TO MEET YOU I have a high sex drive, and I want sex that involves hugging, kissing and cuddling—I can be rough too... xyzaffair, 21,l, #113583 AVERAGE JOE Just a hardworking, single male. Work, play hard, know when to just have fun or relax. Can sit at home or drive far away - very happy doing both. Experience with bondage/ discipline -safe, sane, consensual. Getting in touch with my submissive side these days. Looking for talk interaction. Prefer straight switch or domme female. Can answer any and all questions asked. Rainbowjon, 35, #113578 SOMETHING TO REMEMBER Looking for whatever, whenever. Could be fun...just out to have a good time. Let me know what you are up for - maybe we are on the same page. Uplate19, 23,l, #113573 JUST LOOKING FOR SOME FUN I’m here mainly looking for sex, but if more comes of it, OK! I haven’t done much in the form of fetishes, but am looking to slowly widen my horizons. Gaoji82, 39,l, #113547

OTHERS seeking… LOOKING FOR ADVENTURE Fun couple looking to explore & expand, playful & provocative, healthy & fit. She wants to play, he’s along for the ride, and what a ride it’ll be. himnher, 49, u,l, #113837 HELP US “GET EXPERIENCED!” We’re college students looking for a girl who is in decent shape (a few extra pounds are OK) to join us for whatever comes naturally (wink wink). Both of us are looking to play, so the person we’re looking for should be bisexual/curious. We are both laid back & have a good sense of humor. Please be disease free! VTcouple18, 18, u,l, #113625 EAGER, INEXPERIENCED TG DESIRES OWNER I’m young, but I’ll try my best. I want to be collared. My limits reach as far as the sun’s rays, but I need trust & security first. I don’t enjoy sex with strangers. We have to get along so I can feel safe enough to explore the boundaries. I want someone to admire, who I will yearn to please. WinooskiBelle, 21, #113536 BUTCH DADDY ON THE PROWL Looking for hook-ups, dates, if the chemistry is there maybe a relationship. Already have a sweet girl; I’m not looking for monogamy. Looking for fun with & without her. I’m fat, disabled, very butch, creative, passionate, and happy to explore possibilities from friendship to...? Mail me if you want to know more. PapaBearVT, 38, #111977 DADDY & GIRL WANNA PLAY Daddy is 37, slim, cut & hung. I’m his good little 23 y.o., well-pierced girl, though I’m a smart-ass at times. We want a girl who likes PJs, popcorn & a movie, a pillow fight before our bedtime, then Daddy can read us a bedtime story (if we don’t behave, Daddy might have to administer a spanking). goodlilgirl85, 24,l, #113365 COME PLAY WITH US! We are a clean, professional, happily married (21 years), horny couple. SHE is bi and HE is totally straight. We love our bodies; not perfect (SHE had 4 kids!). We are laid back and open to almost anything. We prefer couples in our age range - not younger than 40. We like to meet first & check out chemistry. Ready? xo! Time4sexyfun, 45,l, #113431 HORNY CHICKS SEEKING TRAIN RUN We are two hot bitches who need the train run! We are open to 3+ men who can get it done. Open to DP, no guy on guy, just guys on us. Seeking fun, risky, spur-of-the-moment situation. Must be at least 7+ inches with a lot of girth. Send pics. Trainruntrixie, 26,l, #113364 MATURE LOVERS SEEKING KINDRED SPIRITS! We’re a middle-aged couple, both HWP and both white-collar professionals. She is a lite but considerate smoker. We always meet for a platonic drink or lunch or dinner to check chemistry, then if all agree, play on the second date. Neither of us is homophobic. We can often host if necessary. Sexualfriends08, 53,l, #112943 “DELIGHTFULLY SCRUMPTIOUS FLOWING RIVER” Married couple, early 40s, looking to find another bi-female/couple, 35-50, to have adult playtime with. Love foreplay and she is bi-curious and has a fantasy of being with another woman while I watch, as well as me joining in when the time is right! Are open to new ideas in and out of the bedroom. Must be discreet. sunsetstogether, 41, u,l, #112179

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river rd., red saab, roadbike.......... river road, red saab, road bike......multiple smile exchanges, perhaps even a wave or two, curiosity piqued hard core. When: Friday, May 1, 2009. Where: Lincoln. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905748

Saw you & Jessie I saw you on Friday, May 15, w/ your cute dog Jessie on the corner of Pearl & Winooski Ave. as we discussed insane Nader-boy. Your smile made my heart melt. Coffee? When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: Winooski Ave. & Pearl. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905780

Coffee Dave at B&N You: Dave with grey hair at Starbucks at B&N. When: 5/15 around 11:30. We seemed to take a second look. Perhaps coffee again sometime. When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: Starbucks at Barnes & Noble. You: Man. Me: Woman. u #905764

To Suzie We ran into each other on the big hill near Route 15 near St. Michael’s college. I was pushing myself up the big hill & you had to catch up to me. You helped me to the bus stop. I asked if you read Seven Days & you said yes. I would love to get together & talk some more. When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: The big hill near St. Mike’s & Rte. 15. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905779

Yes kez sirumen Every day w/ you is like an adventure. You truly are my story’s dark hero. Even though I’m not quite a damsel in distress, you have retrieved this dingy princess from her dark place. I look forward to many more chapters ahead w/ you by my side. When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: my place, Maple St. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905762

“PennyToss” You’re cute I hope you will read this & respond. I think you’re very cute & I like what you have to say. I would love to know more about you. Take a chance, you never know. : ) When: Sunday, May 17, 2009. Where: Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905777 Killer Smile! You were on your cell as you prepped your coffee. You looked up 2-3 times, smiled as you caught me staring. Inadvertently put 5 sugars in my coffee, I was so stunned by that smile. You have a killer smile & the most beautiful eyes. You were wearing scrubs, drove a Subaru. Keep smiling! When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: Underhill Mobil (Maplefields). You: Woman. Me: Man. #905776 Working With Youth Conference You ushered me ahead of you at registration, commiserated about the decision-making process as I was choosing a tea, and asked if I was taking the hip-hop class, which I didn’t. You exuded kindness & I would like to meet you. When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: Sheraton Hotel Conference Center. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905775 mad-dubbin’ You: white vest, jeans, dark hair. Outside, when you returned once, I said “Welcome back!” If you want to meet, that would be nice. Your smile was delightful! When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: Positive Pie. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905774 Energy between us 9 a.m., waiting in line for coffee. You: black top, jeans, scarf, clogs, brown hair pulled back, a confident beauty who took over the room. Me: tall, green hoodie, jeans, brown boots, I felt an energy between us as you walked out. Maybe you felt something? I smiled & kicked myself as you drove off in a Rav 4. Hopefully not forever... When: Saturday, May 16, 2009. Where: J&L’s St. Albans. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905770

I’ll love you forever You are the most amazing lover & friend. Some day you will marry me. Remember when we were first together how spontaneous we were. You know I love it when you take charge of me. I miss the way that you used to kiss me so passionate like there was no one else for you. Love, your dirty little girl. When: Friday, May 15, 2009. Where: all over. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905761 Neighbors in networking We talked about apartments, console gaming & collecting dining room tables while we represented our respective interests at a work function. I appreciated your organization & attention to detail. Interested in picking up where we left off? When: Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Where: Fletcher Allen. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905760 Ode to ye little dinosaur Oh, little dinosaur with a fanny pack. What infinite wisdom you displayed! What could have been so dear to your heart that it spawned the creation of a prehistoric fanny pack? Little dinosaur, I try to live each day as you might have done - with bravado, courage and pizazz. If only the other dinosaurs had been as clever as you... When: Thursday, May 14, 2009. Where: bookstore. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905759 saw you at mulligan’s At Singles Night. We talked a little. You were wearing a funny shirt that said your name. I was wearing white pants. Want to chat? When: Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Where: Mulligan’s. You: Man. Me: Woman. u #905758 real paralegals use handtrucks, dang! Cellphone, green Dodge Caravan, you said your name was Brian. Me: carting 22,892 pages of documentation into the Chittenden County Superior Court. You from around here? When: Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Where: 11 Elmwood. You: Man. Me: Man. #905757

The best thing at blockbuster You are a gorgeous brunette who works at the South Burlington Blockbuster. Whenever we come into Blockbuster my partner & I end up leaving talking about how attractive we both find you & that we like the way you carry yourself. If you are at all interested in hanging out with a couple, let us know. When: Thursday, May 14, 2009. Where: South Burlington Blockbuster. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905768

UPS DRIVER in Duxbury/Waterbury I’ve seen you on your rounds now & then, and you delivered to the house I work out of in Duxbury. Yesterday I spied you at Maplewoods sitting on the bumper of the Big Brown Beast with a co-worker. I waved & hoped you’d remember me. You have a wonderful smile & beautiful eyes. I’d love to know you better. When: Tuesday, May 12, 2009. Where: Maplewoods. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905754

playing taboo at the drink I spied you quite cute with silvery earrings / playing Taboo at the bar with your darlings. / Then your friend asked me to spy you /I thought quite the ironic ballyhoo! When: Thursday, May 14, 2009. Where: Drink. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905767

First year neurology resident You: attractive neurology resident. Me: respiratory therapy student w/ the beautiful dogs. Should have asked for your number. I would love to take you out for a drink or dinner. I would love to continue our conversation on one of your precious days off. When: Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Where: Walk down Pearl Street. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905752

Waterbury Skater Thursday afternoon, Stowe St. in Waterbury. I came out of the Emporium & walked across the street to my car. You were leaning against the wall near my car with your skateboard. You caught my eye & I wanted to ask your number on the spot, but chickened out. Thought maybe you were looking, too? When: Thursday, May 14, 2009. Where: Stowe Street, Waterbury. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905766 Prune Trees You: grey-haired handsome guy who pruned my tree & made me so happy - my car is also pleased. We’ll be glad when you come back & do more. I’m a decent single woman. Might you also be a decent single man? When: Tuesday, May 12, 2009. Where: Winding Brook. You: Man. Me: Woman. u #905765

You are a flirt I see you almost every week. I love your truck. You flirt with me every time you see me & I try not to look so flushed. But I am & I wish it were more than just flirting. When: Saturday, May 23, 2009. Where: Jericho. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905751 you should have said hello! The intriguing dark-haired girl w/ the arm tattoo who drives a silver pickup truck, I spied you at the Key Bank parking lot on the corner of Williston & Kennedy drives around 11:30 a.m. You drove behind the building. Who am I? Someone standing outside on the phone who waved to you when leaving. When: Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Where: South Burlington (Key Bank). You: Woman. Me: Man. #905750

Pretty Girl at Maplefields Being an observant lawyer I noticed you, too. You were with a guy getting coffee. You asked me if I was single & straight (very), and said you thought I was hot. I thought you were hot, too. It will be worth contacting me, and you would look nice in my beautiful home with a hot tub & pool! When: Sunday, April 19, 2009. Where: Saturday, three weeks ago. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #905747 Johnson Woman in Stowe 4/25 You: blonde, nose ring, lotsa curls, great smile. Me: glasses, fu, ponytail. You: at Commodore’s bar with 2 divers. Me: bartending. You: liked my cabin in Maine. Me: liked you. You: said check out the Hub. Me: have but you weren’t. When: Saturday, April 25, 2009. Where: Stowe. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #905746 Maplefield’s I came in & bought a 6-pack of beer. You had some friends in the store. I’m kind of shy at first, but if you are interested ... Well, I think you are cute if you are interested. I will be in again while on business. I stop there for coffee when working & beer when I’m done. LOL. When: Saturday, May 9, 2009. Where: Williston Rd. You: Man. Me: Man. #905745 Indigo Plant Shopper Intriguing, attractive lady in a pretty tiedyed dress. Guy in the red vest, searching for caladium & couldn’t manage to bump into you before you got into the checkout line. Any gardening advice for me? When: Saturday, May 9, 2009. Where: Four Seasons. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905744 Wild times in movegas? We were introduced by a friend while you were playing pool. I had been waiting on friends to leave. Sorry if I seemed rude! You had a fantastic smile. I wish I could remember your name. Matt? Haa ... hope to see you around sometime. When: Friday, May 8, 2009. Where: Malarkys. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905743 Mesmerized! I saw you come into my place of employment today, and was absolutely stunned & awestruck! You: 5’8 or so, platinum blonde, wearing all black & pin-stripe pants, digging through the DVDs. Me: Dumbfounded electronics worker. We caught glances a few times & you bumped into me as I was selling an MP3 player. Come in anytime! When: Saturday, May 9, 2009. Where: Wal-Mart. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905742 the bass It’s the bass. Always my weakness. That sound kills me. I see you watching me. Your eyes following. And I see you. Your hat fell off toward the end of the show. Are your curls as soft as they are thick? If I don’t write this here, I’ll write it to you & she wouldn’t be happy. Come find me. When: Friday, May 8, 2009. Where: A million miles away. You: Man. Me: Woman. #905741

Dear Mistress Maeve, I’m a fortysomething woman, fresh from a divorce. I’m trying to be smart, taking things slowly, not dating yet (but doing my fair share of flirting). Which leads me to my question. I feel good about my decision not to date right away, but I still have needs. A girlfriend at work suggested that I buy a vibrator. I laughed it off, but I can’t stop thinking about it. I’ve been doing some browsing online, and I’m overwhelmed by the options. Can you make any suggestions? Thanks, Curious Dear Curious, You’ve come to the right place. If it shakes, shimmies, rotates and does the dishes afterward, I’ve tried it. With so many styles available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but remember: Experimenting is fun! First, determine whether you want a vibrator that can insert for vaginal stimulation, or would prefer more clitoral action. Some toys offer both, but I suggest starting with a more basic model. If you’d prefer an insertable, what size? With vibes as small as your pinkie finger or as big as your forearm, you’ll need to decide whether or not you’re a size queen. For your first toy, I suggest going middle of the road — you can always trade up or down later. If you’re more interested in external stimulation, you’ll still need to think about size. Do you want something compact that fits in your pocket, or something more like the Hitachi Magic Wand that plugs into the wall? Next, browse online at reputable sites such as Babeland.com or Blowfish.com. You’ll be able to read helpful user reviews and, in some cases, view informative videos. (Don’t get too excited — the people demonstrating the toys are fully clothed.) As with most things, it’s the journey that counts, not the destination. Pick one or two different toys and enjoy testing them! You’ll go from curious to connoisseur in no time.

BLONDE AT SHAW’S WILLISTON You were buying lunch with 2 co-workers. You had on brown boots & big, gold, leaf-shaped earrings. The clerk accidentally scanned my soup on your sale. I joked that we had only just met. When: Friday, May 8, 2009. Where: Shaw’s Williston Road / Maple Tree. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905740

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Healthy Living Employee Pretty blonde lady working in the produce department at Healthy Living. Came in last week to flirt & say hey, writing an ISpy this week to say Happy Birthday! And no, this is not an old man (haha). Much love, babe. When: Saturday, May 2, 2009. Where: Healthy Living. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905739 Candles & Creations Talked to you briefly when you were at the door & asked if you needed help getting out of the store. You said you really wanted to help carry the wax but were concerned you would get in the way. Would love to talk about dowsing or anything else you might like, Miss H. When: Tuesday, April 28, 2009. Where: Candles & Creations. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #905738 Enchanted at the OP We spoke of Acorn, bugs, the garbage truck. I’m captivated by your sensational eyes. Let’s hook up for a drink. When: Friday, May 8, 2009. Where: The OP. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #905737 RE: Dave at Maplefields Thanks for the compliment. Not exactly sure who you are, but am interested in knowing who’s admiring! When: Friday, May 1, 2009. Where: Maplefields in South Burlington. You: Man. Me: Man. #905736

Hope you’re ok :) I saw you fall in Maplehurst Florist downtown on Thursday night. I hope you are OK. You had your hands full of bags from shopping. Well, anyway, I hope you did not hurt yourself :) When: Thursday, May 7, 2009. Where: Maplehurst Florist downtown. You: Woman. Me: Man. #905734 I LOVE YOU HELEN! Babe, you complete me. I can’t wait til you don’t have to leave anymore. I love you. It’s almost over & we are almost together. I can’t wait to wake up every morning to your beautiful face & pretty blue eyes. I am lost without you. Please hurry & come home. I LOVE YOU MADLY! When: Friday, May 1, 2009. Where: in my dreams and...Swanton. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #905733

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3-BR Avail. 6/1 Marble Ave 3-BR, 1-BA, Pergo flooring, offstreet parking, on bus line, less than 1 mile from downtown, garbage & snow removal incl. No smoking/pets. $1399/mo. Info: 802-324-6446. 3-BR CONDO IN THE MTS New, spacious, unfurnished 3-BR, 2-BA condo at Bolton Valley. Gas fireplace, complete kitchen, W/D in unit, low heating bills. 30 minutes to Burlington or Montpelier. Info: 802-434-5398. 3-BR Condo Avail. 6/1 Clean, quiet end unit. 3-BR, 1.5-BA. W/D incl. Carport. Pool, tennis. Garbage & snow removal incl. No pets and no smoking. $1499/mo. Info: 802-324-6446. 3-BR in Essex Junction Lg. apt. 2nd & 3rd floor. Recent paint. NS/ pets. Storage avail. Good refs. a must. $1000/mo. incl. heat & HW. Info: Paul Lyman, 802-879-3117. 4-BR HOUSE NEAR HOSPITAL Available 6/1. 2 full BA, HDWD floors, porch, laundry hookups, fenced in backyard, quiet area. Lease & dep. req. Garage storage. Info: donna beliveau, 802-8624007. A Clean Well Lighted Place 1-BR, lg. fenced yard, garden, 3-season porch w/ new paint/ carpet, private driveway. Lowcost utils., HW incl. BA/kitchen updates, HDWD, DW, gas stove, 10x23 bonus room. Pets OK w/ approval. Avail. immed., yr. lease. $990/mo. Info: 802-999-4316. Affordable Apartments Lg. 1 & 2 BR apts. avail. in Hardwick, Morrisville, Stowe & Jeffersonville. Affordable rents start at $500/mo. & incl. heat, HW, water/sewer, trash removal. Call 802-899-3400 for more info. & application. Equal opportunity/ fair housing. BURLINGTON STUDIO APT. Avail. 6/1. Ethan Allen Parkway, cozy, private, apt. w/ combined sleeping/living area, kitchen, full BA, parking, electric heat, refs. req. $495/mo. + utils. Info: 802-8621109.

2003 Subaru Forester X SELLING MY 2003 SUBARU FORESTER WITH 104K. CAR IS IN GREAT SHAPE, NEEDS NOTHING. $7500. CALL FOR SHOWING. Info: 802233-1771. 2006 Certified Fusion SE 4-cyl. auto. 30+ mpg! Classy dune pearl clearcoat ext., sueded tan cloth int. Like new! Only 16K & 6-yr./100K powertrain warranty! $16,495. Info: EJ Barrette and Sons, Inc., 802-868-3327, www. barretteford.com.

2-BR, June 1, $1650/mo. Downtown Burlington condo w/ 1.5-BA, DW, disposal & lots more. Great views, onsite laundry, secured building w/ key card access & onsite restaurants. Info: HandyManDan, Dan McCarthy, 802-8640799, handymandanvt@hotmail. com.

For Rent 1-3-BR Affordable Apts. 1-BR apts., $817/mo. 2-BR, $966/mo. 3-BR, $1179/mo. Incl. heat & HW! Weekly yoga classes, fitness center, movie room & monthly community events! To qualify: One person makes less than $31,740/ yr., 2 people <$36,300 combined, 3 people <$40,800 combined, 4 people <$45,360 combined. Info: Keen’s Crossing, 802-655-1810, www.keenscrossing.com. 1-BR 2nd floor apt. Near bus line in a quiet neighborhood. Heat included. NS/pets. Refs. req. Info: 802-862-0723, lllvt@msn. com.

Bristol 1-BR apt. in historic downtown building. High ceilings, sunny rooms. Incl. water, sewer, off-street parking, storage unit. Tenant pays heat, electric. NS/pets. Two units avail. Jun. 1. $625/mo. each. Info: 802-4534065. Burlington Avail. June 1. 1-BR apt. located on Brookes Ave. Great location, close to downtown & UVM. Off-street parking. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-658-3600, www. ipmvt.com. Burlington Orchard Terrace, 2-BR. $1495/mo. incl. heat, HW, laundry, electric. No pets. Info: 802-343-7334.

Burlington Avail. June 1. 1-BR located on upper Loomis St. Walk to UVM, Champlain & Downtown. Heat incl., off-street parking. $850/mo. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-6583600, www.ipmvt.com. Burlington So. End 3-BR apt. Specious, quiet, off-street parking, laundry. 1-yr. lease. No pets. $1825/mo. Avail. 6/1. Info: 802922-8518. Burlington Large 2 bedroom 185 N. Willard, NS/NP, parking, available June 1st, $1250 per month + utilities. Info: 802-6580621. Burlington Avail. June 1. Nice 2-BR located at 461 Colchester Ave. Gas utils., off-street parking, walk to UVM, FAHC & Winooski. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-658-3600, www. ipmvt.com. Burlington 2 & 3 BR apts. Heat & HW incl. Close to downtown & waterfront, off-street parking, garage/snow removal, on bus line. $1300-$1350/mo. + dep. Info: 802-863-9612. Burlington 10 Russell St. 2-BR, first floor apt. On quiet 1-way st. Open, spacious, W/D, close to park & downtown. NS. Animals neg. $1250/mo. avail. 6/1. Info: 802-863-2619. Burlington 515 S. Union St., 4-BR lg. house, HDWD floors, fireplace, dining room, 2-car garage, basement, full BA, 2 porches, laundry. $2200/mo. No dogs. Info: 802-862-7467. Burlington Spacious 1-BR w/ HDWD floors, W/D, off-street parking, lg. yard, walking distance to downtown. $825/mo. + utils. NS/ pets. Avail. 6/1. 1-yr. lease. Info: 802-881-8193. Info: robbihandyholmes@gmail.com. Burlington 1-BR avail. June 1. Great downtown location. 2nd floor, heat & HW incl., onsite W/D & parking. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-6583600, www.ipmvt.com. Burlington 64 North Winooski Ave. Avail. 6/1. 4-BR, 1-BA, close to downtown. Pets considered. $1840/mo. + utils. Call Coburn & Feeley, 802-864-5200 ext. 229. Burlington Downtown on lake and park w/ great views. Traditional home w/ lg. 1-BR apts. Some HDWD floors, off-street parking. NS/pets. Avail. May, Jun. & Jul. $825-925/mo. Info: 802476-4071. Burlington Avail. June 1. 2-BR located on Colchester Ave. across from Kampus Kitchen. Close to UVM & FAHC, 2nd floor, gas utils., off-street parking. $1200/mo. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-658-3600, www. ipmvt.com. Burlington Avail 6/15. 2-BR Redrocks townhouse located near lake & bike path, full basement, attached garage & deck. $1375/ mo. + condo dues. Info: John, 802-846-5430 x4. Burlington 1-BR, quiet, 2nd floor. Lots of space & light. Offstreet parking, shared yard, 5 min. walk to downtown, off bike path, gas heat, lg. kitchen. $825/ mo. Info: 802-893-4348.

Burlington Quiet 1-BR in convenient location, coin-op W/D, off-street parking. No dogs. Avail. 6/1. $725/mo. + utils. Info: 802355-2219. Burlington Avail. Jun. 1. Bright & spacious upscale 5-BR apt. in hill section. Natural woodwork, 2.5-BA, high end kitchen, quiet safe location, parking, heat, W/D. Please NS/pets. Refs. req. $3500/ mo. Info: 802-658-8056, studio404@comcast.net. Burlington 2-BR apt. avail. June 1. Located at 109 Mansfield Ave. Gas utils., close to UVM, Champlain, FAHC & downtown. $1250/mo. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-6583600, www.ipmvt.com. Burlington 2-BR Avail 6/1 Delightful 2nd floor apt., close to Church St., off-street parking, recently renovated, eat-in kitchen, lg. LR & BA, storage in every room, HDWD floors. Info: 802-862-8990. Burlington 3-BR 94 Park St #A. Recently renovated in quiet duplex, W/D, gas heat, off-street parking. No pets/S. Avail. 6/1. $1400/mo. Complete details at www.sugarhousevt.com. Info: Alan Bjerke, 802-864-9128, www. SugarHouseVT.com. Burlington 3-BR Nice apt. avail. June 1. Off-street parking, gas utils. Great location! Across from Kampus Kitchen, walk to UVM, FAHC & Champlain. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-658-3600, www.ipmvt. com. Burlington 4-BR house Unfurnished, Isham St., central to UVM & downtown, spacious, parking. No pets. Dep. Tenant pays own utils. 2 lg. LR’s & entrance way, ample storage, full basement. Info: Ray, 802-233-2991 or 802878-7800. Burlington Apt. Lg. 2-BR apt. w/ office space in North End. Parking, W/D, new carpet. No pets. $950/mo. + utils. Call 802299-0177 evenings. Burlington Avail. 6/1 Nice 3-BR house located at 266 Colchester Ave. Avail. June 1. Off-street parking, deck, yard & gas utils. Walk to UVM, Champlain & FAHC. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-6583600, www.ipmvt.com. Burlington Avail. 6/1 Nice 3-BR apt. located at 30 School St. Porch, off-street parking, gas utils. Great location, walk to Downtown & UVM. $1445/ mo. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802-658-3600, www,ipmvt.com. Burlington Colchester Ave. 3-BR. Parking, W/D. No dogs. Avail. Sept 1. $1185/mo. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-660-3481 x1030. www.nevilleco.com. Burlington Downtown Avail. now. 2-BR, $920/mo. 1-BR, $750/ mo. Both incl. heat, HW, parking & laundry on premises. No pets. Call 802-373-0262 or 802-8629335. Burlington Efficiency Newly renovated efficiency close to downtown. 3 rms.: BR, BA & good-size kitchen. Parking. Avail. June 1. $675/mo. incls. heat. Info: 802-338-2589.

Burlington waterfront area 2-BR, 1000 sq.ft. remodeled energy efficient 5 room apt. w/ office. Quiet downtown waterfront area. W/D, HDWD floors. Commercial office use potential w/ downtown exposure. Avail. 6/1. $1300/mo. incl. water. Gas heat & utils. extra. Info: 802-922-8306. Burlington, East Ave. 4-BR. Parking. No pets. Avail. now. $1600/mo. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-660-3481. Burlington, N. Willard St. 1-BR, close to downtown. Avail. 7/1. $810/mo. incl. heat & HW. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-6603481 x1030. Info: www.nevilleco. com. Burlington, No. Avenue Avail 8/1. 2 BR, parking, hook-ups, no dogs. $890/mo. Neville Companies, Inc. (802) 660-3481 x 1030. Info: Amy Playdon, www.nevilleco.com. Burlington/Winooski Roommates wanted to share lg. furnished house. All utils. incl.! 2.5-BA, W/D, parking, on busline. No pets. Rent individually or w/ friends. Year lease or summer sublets avail. $650/mo. per person + dep. Info: 802-863-9612. Burlington: New No. End Fern St: 3-BR, 2-BA, 1550 sq.ft. ranch. Fenced yard, bright family room, office, fireplace, one-car garage. Min. to downtown! Pets neg. 7/1; 1 year. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802-846-9568, rentals@ hickokandboardman.com, www. HickokandBoardman.com. Cambridge 4-BR, 1.5-BA farmhouse, private w/ magnificent views, 4.5 acres, 2 car garage. $1500/mo. + utils. Pets allowed. Info: 802-644-2941. Charlotte Farmhouse Lg. 3-BR farmhouse at Horsford Nursery. Open keeping room. Add’l rms. downstairs. Rumsford fireplace, efficient woodstove. Patio & gardens. $1900/mo. 598-4309. Info: Charlie Proutt, 802-425-2877, www.horsfordnursery.com. Charlotte: Greenbush Rd Charming English Cottage, 2-BR, 2-BA, magical master BR, open kitchen w/ stainless appliances, fir floors throughout. NS/pets. 7/1; 1-yr. $1600/mo. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802-846-9568, rental s @ hickokandboardman. com, www.HickokandBoardman. com. Colchester Avail. 6/1. Close to schools, park & lake. 4 rooms, 2-BR, gas heat, laundry on premises, parking. No pets. $875/mo. Call 802-878-6691 or 802-8629335. Colchester Ft. Ethan Allen Plush 1-BR, unfurnished apt. Clean & quiet with parking, laundry, computer room and more. No smoking. Pets neg. Avail. now. 802-655-4574 or 802-655-3090.

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« for rent Colchester: On the Water Unsurpassed 3-BR + office, 3-BA custom home, cathedral ceilings, professionally designed kitchen, astonishing views. July 1; 1-yr. lease. NS/pets. $2500/ mo. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802846-9568, rentals@hickokandboardman.com, www.HickokandBoardman.com. Convenient So. End 3-BR Close to campuses & downtown, this 2nd floor apt. incl. water, rubbish & limited off-street parking. Low utils., quiet neighborhood. Avail. 6/1. Info: 802-999-7826. ESSEX JCT. 2 B/R DUPLEX Beautiful private area on dead end street. All utilities included, 3 season porch plus storage. Nice and very clean. No pets or smoking. $1100. Info: 802-879-7326. Essex 1-BR, $750/mo. + utils. & dep. 2-BR, $850/mo. + utils. & dep. Info: 802-878-4982 or 802899-4374. Essex Jct. 39 Prospect St. Avail. 7/1. 1-BR, 1-BA, parking, laundry onsite. Pets considered. $725/ mo. + utils. Call Coburn & Feeley, 802-864-5200 ext. 229. Essex Town Center Sunny 2-BR, 1-BA on second floor. $1150/mo. + utils., sec. dep. Avail. 5/23/09. Close to shops, restaurants, on bus line. Call days, 878-3303 x204. Hinesburg 1BR, Rural Rural 1-BR, kitchen w/ plenty of cabinets, BA, W/D, LR, den, 2 closets. carpeted. Incl. heat/HW, curbside garbage. NS. Pets neg. Application, refs., 1-yr. lease req. Info: Rob & Kathleen MacMahon, 802482-2016.

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Hinesburg, Rt. 116 Extremely lg. 2-BR. NS/dogs. Avail. 6/1. $895/mo. incl. heat & HW. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-660-3481 x 1030. Info: www.nevilleco.com. Hinesburg: Year Old Condo Silver Street: Luxurious 3 level townhouse! 2-BR, bonus room, 2.5-BA, 1550 sq.ft., W/D. Highend upgrades, HDWD throughout. 7/1; 1 year/months. $1550/mo. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802846-9568, rentals@hickokandboardman.com, www.HickokandBoardman.com. House Near Hosp - UVM 4-BR, 2-3 cars parking in drive, water and trash incl. 1-yr. lease required from June 1 to May 30. Easy walk to hospital and UVM. Quiet street. Info: 802-734-6867, theyoungs139@myfairpoint.net. Johnson Route 100C, avail. 6/1. 3-BR house, 1-BA, lg. yard, parking, close to college. Pets considered. $950/mo. + utils. Call Coburn & Feeley, 802-864-5200 ext. 229. Lg. house 4-BR 5-BA Reduced to $2500/mo. Big BR’s w/ private baths lg. enough for living & sleeping areas. Come take a look. Close to Red Rocks & bike path. More info. & pictures at www.7dspot.com. Info: 802-8727555. Light/bright Essex Duplex Quiet residential area, convenient to everything, $72/mo. natural gas heat budget, Lg. shared yard, carport, basement, recent renovation, new appliances, W/D, DW. NS/pets. Lease. $1075/mo. Info: 802-238-7152, oldpump42@ hughes.net.

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Luxury Apartments Keen’s Crossing! Are you looking for the space & convenience of a home in an apt. setting? 17 floor plans, incl., variously: lg. closets, bay windows, private exterior entrance, W/D hookups, central A/C! Our community offers many amenities, such as fitness & movie rooms. Prices vary, but all incl. heat, HW, sewer/trash. Call for details & pricing! EHO ADA. Info: Keen’s Crossing, 802-655-1810, www.keenscrossing.com. Richmond village house 3-BR totally remodeled house, 10 mins. to Interstate 89. HDWD floors throughout, new kitchen, W/D, attic space, & two porches. Convenient commute to City of Burlington & Montpelier. Walking distance to village restaurants & shops. Lots of storage & parking. Water, sewage & lawn care incl. $1450/mo. Heat & electrics extra. Avail. June 1. Info: 802434-3888. Shelburne Basement Apt. 2-BR, country setting, low heating costs, NS. Sec. dep. Info: Charlie , 802-985-0727. Shelburne: On the Water! General Greene: 2-BR, 1-BA endunit townhouse in 3-unit building built 1907. 179 ft. of waterfront/ beach, views, W/D, shared yard. Now; 1-yr. lease. $1500/mo. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802-846-9568, www.HickokandBoardman.com. So. Burl: 3 Story Home! Butler Farms: 4-BR, office, 3-BA, spacious master w/whirlpool & sauna, HDWD floors, neat loft. 2+ car garage, 2780 sq.ft. June 1; yr. lease. $2500/mo. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802-846-9568, rental s @ hickokandboardman.com, www.HickokandBoardman.com.

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So. Burl: Lancaster Condo 2-BR, 2-BA, 1237 sq.ft., built 2005. 9’ ceilings, balcony, W/D, walk-in closet. Incl. heat, A/C, trash, etc! 6/1; 1 yr. No pets. $1400/month. 802-846-9568; w w w.HickokandBoardman.com Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802846-9568, rentals@hickokandboardman.com, www.HickokandBoardman.com.

Vergennes 281 Main St. Lg. sunny 2-BR, full BA, lg. enclosed porch. Heat & HW incl. No dogs. $850/mo. Call only between 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Avail. now. Info: 802-349-4017.

Winooski Charming 1-BR Avail. June 15. Off-street parking, HDWD, stained glass. Quiet neighborhood on bus line. $800/mo. incl. most util. NS/pets, please. Info: 802-238-6161. Winooski, Hickok St., 2-BR HDWD, parking. No dogs. Avail. 5/1. $875/mo. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-660-3481, x1030. Info: www.nevilleco.com.

Spacious 4-BR apt. 2-BA. Avail. June 1. On bus line w/ off-street parking. $1700/mo. incl. W/D. Heat not incl. College students welcome. Contact Michele at 802578-1382 or email starr@vtnaturalmed.com.

Westford Farmhouse, Rt. 128, 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 1 w/shower and jacuzzi, DW, W/D. $1500/ mo. Incl. garbage/snow removal. dep., first req. Info: Jean, 802229-1038. Westford: Country Retreat Plains Rd: Awesome 3-BR, 2.5-BA expanded log-cabin w/ roughly 3000 sq.ft., soaring ceilings, first floor master, 124 acre lot. Avail. now; 1 yr. +. $1800/mo. Info: Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn Dorey, 802846-9568, rentals@hickokandboardman.com, www.HickokandBoardman.com.

Sunny 2-BR Winooski Duplex. Rent incls. heat, water, trash, sewer. Lg. yard & off-street parking. Avail. June 1. Info: 802-9225401. Sunny 3-4-BR Winooski Spacious w/ yard, parking, storage barn, 2 decks, 2-BA, & laundry hook-ups. Rent incl. garbage, water & sewer. No Smoking. Avail. June 1. $1465/mo. Info: 802-6581951, kimmccrae@comcast.net. UVM/Champ. Killer Location 5-BR house on University Tr. Walk to campus, Davis center, downtown, etc. Parking, W/D, big back yard, quiet, really nice! Avail. June 1. $2800/mo. Info: 802233-9998. Underhill Unfurnished spacious country 1-BR apt. Private, school bus rd. NS/pets. $750/mo. + utils. & refs. Info: 802-899-2522. Upper Maple Street 2 apts. Clean, quiet, bright, parking, private yard, heat, laundry. 2nd floor efficiency w/ common BA. $650/ mo. $675/mo. w/ deck. NS/pets. Refs. Info: 802-658-8056, Studio404@comcast.net.

Winooski 2-BR w/ full BA, lg. LR, kitchen/dining area. Lots of windows & light. W/D incl. No pets. $950/mo. +. Also, cozy 1-BR, BA w/ shower, LR & kitchen. $675/ mo. + incl. heat. No pets. Info: 802-655-3325. Winooski Avail. June 1. 2-BR apt., gas heat, on bus line. $900/ mo. + utils. Please call Investment Property Managers, 802658-3600, www.ipmvt.com. Winooski 3-BR, Side St., 10 blocks from hospital, off-street parking. $1185/mo. Heat & HW incl. Info: 802-862-1850. Winooski 1-BR Heat/HW incl. DW, parking, laundry in building, full BA w/ tub/shower. Clean. NS/ pets. $845/mo. Info: Bill Wheater, 802-233-1150.

For Sale $155,000 - TWIN OAKS CONDO 2-BR, 1-BA upstairs condo in convenient S. Burlington location, carport plus one space, community swimming pool, recreational vehicle parking, upgraded appliances & other features. Info: Roy Flournoy, 802-860-7220, RoyFlournoy@hotmail.com. Mobile Home For sale Handyman Special: 3-BR, 1-BA, on lg. rented lot in Milton. Huge LR, BA redone last year. Lg. 10X10 shed in back, fenced in yard. Info: Tinna Bissette, 802-893-2822.

Housemates $725 incl. utils. Looking to share lg. townhouse, 2.5-BA, 2-BR, basement & sunroom. Must like cats, nonsmoker. $725 incl. heat, electric, cable & Internet. Brenda, 802-373-2002. 2 Bedrooms Avail. June 1 Sunny, 1st-floor, 3-BR apt., Old North End. Refs. req. DW, gas stove, parking, shared laundry, garden. No smoking. $550 & $425 + utils. Info: Sky Lew, 802-324-5607.

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ESSEX JUNCTION HOUSE $400/ mo. + 1/4 utils. Room furnished if needed. Nice neighborhood, centrally located. Cable, Internet, laundry facilities, bus line. Info: 802-318-5653. Great spot in the city Lg., light/airy rm., furnished or not, big beautiful house on 1/4-acre. Shared: usual + garden, WiFi, cable, woodstove, W/D. Near bus/ downtown, off-street parking, quiet, no pets. Rent depends: $420-675. Info: 802-862-6262. Home to Share in Barre Share lg., comfortable Victorian home in Barre w/ gay man & two cats. Rent incl. all utils., including premium cable & wireless Internet. Info: 802-279-3936. Monkton FarmHouse Large rooms, W/D, master BA, cathedral ceilings. 20 acres. 19 miles to Kennedy Dr. Barn, garden space, etc. Amenities/utils. incl. Horses & pets OK. $450/mo. Info: 802453-3457. Room for Rent Clean, quiet & NS individual to share B&B-like house w/ luscious sunny & shady gardens w/ 2 other roommates & 2 cats. Furnished room incls. queen-size bed, cable, wireless Internet, TV & walk-in closet. Price incls. all utils. except for the phone. Will exchange gardening for lower rent if desired. 1/2 mo. dep. in advance. Call PJ. Info: 802-578-8393. Waterbury Houseshare Looking for professional female to share spacious 3-BR house, shared BA, kitchen & 3 living rooms, W/D, heat incl., close to interstate. Avail. June 1. Info: 802-249-1903. Your New Home! Room available in an awesome 2-BR in the ONE. Looking for a responsible female, grad student or professional. Enjoy laundry, parking and lots of sun. Info: 802-338-2456. great house I am 25 and looking for someone of similar age. 6- to 12-month lease avail. Contact me and look at the house. You won’t be dissapointed. Info: Jackson Strayer-Benton.

Housing Wanted Chittenden County Cancer survivor, 10 year Air Force Veteran seeks 1-BR. Quiet sunny apt. w/ garden space for June 1. Info: Tom, 802-343-7286.

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Healing space for rent Peaceful Church St. location w/ waiting room, bathroom & skylights. $350/mo., incl. electric. Info: Blissful Healing, LLC, Molly Segelin, 802-598-4952, blissfulhealing@earthlink.net. Main Street Landing On Burlington’s waterfront has affordable office & retail space. Dynamic environment with progressive and forward-thinking businesses. Mainstreetlanding.com, click on space available. S. Burlington office space 750 sq.ft. office on Swift Street near Shelburne Road, lg. room w/ small office. Rent incl. parking & utils. $725/mo. Info: Patrick Waters, 802-425-3258. Williston Office Space 255 sq.ft. Office avail. on So. Brownell Rd. Reception area, kitchen, deck, cable access, and ample parking. Great location. Info: Hubbard Development Company, 802-8602211.

Sublets/ Temporary 1-BR Subletter Needed! Corner of Hungerford and Pearl St. 295apt. 1A Burlington. Avail. June 1 till Aug. 28. $625/mo. + utils. Info: 802-877-3822. Burlington - Close to UVM Avail. Jun. 1 - Aug. 12. $1260/ mo. incl. furnishings, free parking, trash removal, maintenance & heat. Laundry avail. onsite. No pets. Info: scrapo@uvm.edu. Sunny Condo S. Burlington Quiet S. Burlington neighborhood, fully furnished, covered porch, pool & tennis courts, carport, 2-BR, W/D. $1350/mo. + utils. First, last & sec. Info: Melissa, 802-825-5890.

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2-BR, 1.5-BA townhouse. Natural gas heat & water, basement, W/D hookups on first floor. Completely updated inside and out. First time buyers $8000 tax credit. $175,000. Call 802-865-2010.

QUIET AND PRIVATE 3-BR, 2-BA, quiet neighborhood, just about new everything - addition, deck, bathrooms, kitchen, roof, wiring, sound system & flat screen, furnace, hot water, plumbing, windows, 2nd floor washer & dryer, gas insert and landscaping. $429,900. 802-316-9749. www.73rivermount.com

Distinctive, highly crafted, energy efficient homes. Private hillside lots close to school. Lots and complete house packages for sale. Lots starting at $170K including road, septic, power and clearing. Contact 802-578-2199 or www.williamshillvt.com.

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3/24/09FSBO-CQuinn-040109.indd 3-BR, 2.5 BA on private dead end 9:45:33 AM road, 2616 sq.ft. contemporary home, deck off sunroom incl. Spa-hot tub, full basement, attached garage, lots of room for entertaining! Direct lakefront, boat ramp, docks. $597,900. 802-372-4131.

10:19:26 AM 4 bdrm, 1 bath, 1344sf. 23/31/09 car FSBO-DRoby-051309.indd attached garage, walking distance to Essex schools. Hardwood floors, partially finished basement. New appliances,dryer,windows. Natural gas heat. Large deck with perennial gardens and shed. $229,900. Info: 802-876-7221, kymberly. breckenridge@gmail.com.

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IndIan Creek Condo close to shopping, schools & recreation. 12 min. to downtown, 5 min. to Rte. 89. Unit is located at far end of complex w/ minimal traffic. Excellent condition w/ recent paint, carpeting & tile. Unit incl. 1.5-BA, ample closet space, fireplace living room, solarium kitchen, deck, one car garage. Indian Creek is a park like complex w/ mature vegetation, pool & tennis courts. See indiancreekcondos.org for more info. & photos. $224,900. 802-484-7213.

« appliances/tools/parts ITALIAN CERAMIC TILE Beautiful Italian rustic tile for kitchen, hallway or bathroom. Color is golden yellow called ‘topzaio’. Sizes 18”x18”, 12”x12”, 6”x6” and 2”x2”. Priced to sell. Info: 802578-3956. WET/DRY SHOP VAC Cute, hardworking 4-gal Craftsman: all attachments, manual, good condition. $30. Info: 802-862-9355. YAKIMA SPACECADET CARGOBOX 15 cu. ft. Free delivery avail. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Used once. Very good condition but 8” tear, (repair kit incl.). Asking $95/OBO. Was $315 new. Info: Barbara Grigat, 802-644-8844, macgriff@aol.com. BATHROOM VANITY TOP NEW. Vanity top with sink, 25x22. $150.00. Info: 802-879-0328.

Clothing/ Jewelry VT HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY A Little Something Different: Jewelry by Vermont Artisan Dorothea Alter. I’ve always loved jewelry, so making art jewelry was a natural progression for me. My pieces are deeply feminine yet have a definite organic feel (a byproduct of drawing my inspiration from nature.) All pieces are original and are limited editions or one of a kind. I use sterling silver, me-

5/19/09 11:48:17 AM One mile from I-89. Walking distance to shopping and dining. On the bus line. 75% owner occupied. New bedroom carpets and fresh paint throughout. Rinnai heater - low heating bills. $155,000. Info: 802-578-5607.

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ticulously chosen semiprecious stones, freshwater pearls and some crystal and gold accents (for bling). I am in a constant state of designing and creating new pieces. Please come and visit my web site often. Info: A Little Something Different, Dorothea Alter, 802-893-1878, sales@ dorotheaalterjewelry.com, dorotheaalterjewelry.com. WOMAN’S MOTORCYCLE JACKET Woman’s, large ballistic motorcycle jacket. Never used. Blue. $75/ OBO. Info: 802-425-2304.

Electronics A NEW COMPUTER NOW! Brand name laptops & desktops, bad or no credit - no problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. It’s yours now. Call 800-961-7754. (AAN CAN) ADS PAIR OF 8 Perfect to upgrade your home or auto system. 4-8 Ohns, 91dB, 30Hz with rubber surrounds. $50 for the pair. Info: Milo DeWitt, 802-454-8383, MiloDewitt@wildblue.net. BOSTON ACOUSTICS VR-M60 Boston Lynfield Monitor speakers, super sound, cherry veneer, top of the line. Almost perfect, book no box, bluebook $600, sell $450. email for details/audition. Info: Milo DeWitt, 802-454-8383, MiloDewitt@wildblue.net. VIENNA ACOUSTICS HAYDN Audiophile speakers, mint condition, super sound from small package, rosewood veneer, book & box, Bluebook $880, sell $550 firm. Email for details/audition. Info: Milo DeWitt, 802-454-8383, MiloDewitt@wildblue.net.

Entertainment/ Tickets DRIVERS W/ LATE-MODEL vehicles possessing entertainment and MC qualities wanted to host shows w/ exotic dancers. Info: 802-658-1464. RED SOX VS YANKEES TICKETS Vermont Commons has $10 raffle tickets for the 8/23 Red Sox/ Yankees game at Fenway. Win 2 tickets behind home plate! Info: Vermont Commons School, www. vermontcommons.org/raffle. SOLID GOLD, DANCERS Exotic dancers. Adult entertainment for birthday, bachelor, bachelorette, Mardi Gras parties or any time good friends get together. #1 for fun. New talent welcome. Info: 802-658-1464.

Free Stuff IS YOUR HOUSE HAUNTED? Let us check it out for free. The Vermont Spirit Detective Agency: “The Private Eye For Those Who’ve Died.” Contact: vermontspirits@gmail. com. Info: Matthew Borden, 802881-1171, bigbigdeal3@aol.com. VEGETABLE OIL Have used vegetable oil that can be used for diesel fuel. Come and take it. Have a lot of it! Info: Global Markets, 802-863-9460.

Furniture BUNK BED NEW Solid wood w/ ladder, sturdy, still in box, easy to assemble, never opened. $350. Beth 802-598-0316.

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DINING TABLE W/6 CHAIRS Nice solid table-scratched-still very functional. Seats up to 8. 6 cushioned ladder-back chairs. 54” L, 42” W, 18” leaf. Was $1000. Now $400.

MOVING SALE - MAY 23 - 25 Everything has to go. Refrigerator, chest freezer, beds, dining room sets, sofa and much more. 372 Patchen Rd., So. Burlington. Info: Herbert Fisher, 802-660-4706.

FUTON LOUNGE/SLEEPER Full size mattress. Excellent condition. $85. 802/985-9790 Info: John Kelley, 802-985-9790.

RAIN OR SHINE YARD SALE Musical gear, brand new dog training collars, liquidating DJ gear, 2000+ CDs, Canon Pixma IP-90 portable printer(great condition), computer gear - multifunction fax machine - 15” fl at screen monitor, wireless bluetooth cell phone speaker, household items..lots of interesting things. May 24, Sunday, 9:30 to 4:00, 1722 Hallstrom Rd., Northfield, Vt. Follow signs starting by Kenyon’s Hardware. 6 miles from town.

FUTON, SOLID WOOD With new mattress, still in boxes. $350. 802-735-3431. HOT TUB SPA - 2009 MODEL Loaded w/ jets & horsepower, light, ozonator, cover, insulated & efficient. Under full warranty, never used. Retails $4495. Sell $2800. Info: 802-734-0788. KENMORE REFRIGERATOR Stainless steel side-by-side, 23-25 cubit feet. Ice & water dispenser. Very clean, hardly used, in storage. Orig. $1750, offered at $850. Cash only. Info: Tim Arias, 802922-4865. MATTRESS SET -NEW Mattress set-never used, still in plastic, warranty. Sell only $125. Memory foam $325. Info: 802-893-7296. MOVING SALE We are moving and selling all our stuff..King & Queen Bed, 27” Television, 1994 Saab 9000CS, Television Stand, Macintosh Studio Display Monitor, Stereo Cabinet, chair.. Info: 650-208-1163. OFFICE WORK CHAIR BY HON Adjustable, comfortable, burgundy fabric: $40. Info: 802-862-9355.

Garage/Estate Sales GREAT BARGAINS IN STOWE! Sat. May 23 - Sun. May 24, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 249 Wood Road, Stowe. Right off Route 100. Antiques, furniture, jewelry, decor and more!

WIDE COMMODE POTTY CHAIR Extra wide. For bedside or over toilet. Free delivery avail. Excellent condition. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Asking $95/OBO. New run for $139-$215. Info: Barbara Grigat, 802-644-8844, macgriff@aol.com. WIDE RECLINING WHEELCHAIR Wide seat & back for larger folks. Free delivery avail. Excellent condition. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Asking $395/ OBO. Info: Barbara Grigat, 802644-8844, macgriff@aol.com, ht t p ://w w w.18 0 0 whe e l chair. com/asp/view-product. asp?product_id=911.

Lawn/Garden 4X4 CEDAR ROOF AND SKIRT Locked hinge door. Great shape. 4x4. Best Offer. No delivery. Burlington, VT. Info: travel@bluemap.com.

Pets BULLDOG PUPPIES FOR SALE Olde English Bulldog puppies for sale. Vet checked, vaccinated and dewormed. Family raised and kid proof. 10 weeks old and ready for their forever homes. Info: 802372-4826, pwp.surfglobal.net/ kjulow. FRIENDLY BALL PYTHON Moving and need to find a home for Kurt, tame 2-year-old Ball Python. Cage (tank) included and set, ready to go. $85/OBO. Info: 802-482-3687, snapdragonpop@ gmail.com.

Sports Equipment AIRWLK 145 SNOWBOARD/ BNDG. AIRWALK 145 WOMENS SNOWBOARD W/BINDINGS. $50 Only used a couple of times.Like new.Bindings included.Two-tone Green.Sorry,No checks accepted. Cash only. Located in St.Albans. Info: 802-782-4804.

Want to Buy ANTIQUES Furniture, postcards, pottery, cameras, toys, medical tools, lab glass, photographs, slide rules, license plates, silver. Anything unusual or unique. Cash paid. Info: Dave, 802-859-8966. CASH FOR RECORDS & STEREOS LPs, 45 RPMs, stereos, concert posters, music memorabilia, instruments. Convenient drop-offs in Montpelier (State St.) & Burlington (corner of Church & Bank). Buy/Sell/Trade. Info: Burlington Records & Riverwalk Records, 802-223-3334, saiddone@hotmail.com, www.BurlingtonRecords.com.

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Roland TD-3 Electric Drums Drumkit with Mesh Snare. Drumpad heavy wear, otherwise very good condition. 1 year old. DW7000 Kick+Black Roc-n-Soc motorcycle Nitro throne. All $700.

Bands/ Musicians BAND NEEDS BASSIST Into Rock, Blues, & Hip-Hop? Then join our Evolution Music. Sparse hypnotic basslines that make you move. Info: adiakaki@uvm.edu. Badass Bass Player Wanted Looking for Rock bass player for gigs this summer and perhaps studio recording. Info: www.myspace.com/greasecutters. GUITARIST VOCALIST Hey, looking for a working band. I’m a guitarist w/lead vocals, would like 3-piece trio if any out there. Classic rock. Info: Prism, Frank Mesick, 802-999-1410, frnkmsck@yahoo.com. Outdoor Musicians Looking for outdoor musicians to play at weekly Saturday Farmer’s market. Great opportunity for the old and young. (veggies not included). Info: 802-373-5821.

For Sale Fender Pro Jr. $325 3-mo.-old all-tube “Hot Rod” Series Pro Jr. Screaming distortion if you put it past 5, but I always have used it clean with beautiful tube warmth. It’s 15 watts but it sounds like 30. It has a 10” speaker. Info: James Thompson, 802-497-1451. PIANO: KIMBALL CONSALETTE Excellent condition, $500.00. Info: 802-863-0402. PRS SE Soapbar One $350 Tobacco sunburst, creme-colored soap bar pickup. This guitar is a looker, but the pickup output & sound against the mahogany body create a noiseless clear articulate sound (that can crank!). This is a way cool guitar with a tortoise pick guard. Info: James Thompson, 802-497-1451. Piano to Donate Upright piano. Would like to donate it somewhere it will be appreciated. Family no longer has room. Will pay for local transport. Will need tuning. Info: 802-272-9775.

Vintage Guitar $500 Dark red solid body Gretsch Corvette with bigsgy trem. Retro/modern styling & tone. The humbuckers are HOT on high gain without feedback (except the good kind) and purr on clean or Jazz. Comes with gig bag, $80 value. Info: James Thompson, 802-497-1451. amp and guitar Behringer half stack, TOA head 150 watt, t-160 Peavy guitar and hard shell case. $325.00/OBO. Frank. Info: frank mesick, 802-999-1410, frnkmsck@yahoo.com.

Instruction Andy’s Mountain Music Affordable, accessible instruction in guitar, mandolin, banjo and more. Experienced, patient and supportive teacher. All ages, skill levels and interests welcome. Convenient scheduling 7 days/ week! Info: Andy Greene, 802658-2462, guitboy75@hotmail. com, www.andysmountainmusic. com. Bass Guitar Lessons For all levels/styles. Learn technique, theory, songs, ear training, slap-bass. Years of teaching/playing experience. “..one of the most highly sought-after session & touring bass guitarists in the country..” -Northeast Performer Magazine. Info: Bass Lessons with Aram, Aram Bedrosian, 802-598-8861, info@arambedrosian.com, www. arambedrosian.com. Drum Lessons Have fun while achieving your goals as a drummer! Experienced, professional & active drummer seeks students of all ages, styles & abilities for private instruction. Study at your convenience in my Burlington studio, or in your own practice space. I offer a custom curriculum, flexible scheduling & the best rates around. Info: steve@ stevehadeka.com. Fun Piano Lessons All Ages Learn from a patient, experienced teacher. Working musician w/ a diverse performance background. Jazz, blues, folk, rock, reggae, Latin, kids’ music, more. Info: Andric Severance, 803-310-6042, andricseverance@hotmail.com, www.andricseverance.com.

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Guitar School of Vermont “Not your usual music instruction.” Attention from multiple teachers, fundamentals, theory, technique, composition. Teaching Guitarist’s Growing Musicians. 802-655-5800, www.guitarschoolofvermont.com.

Creative Space Bristol Lg. open & sunny studio space w/ 1000 sq.ft., HDWD floors, BA. Great for dance, music, theatre rehearsals, classes of all kinds, spacious office or artist’s studio. $575/mo. + utils. Info: louisevince@madriver.com.

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Music Lessons Piano, guitar, voice, theory, composition, songwriting. All ages, levels, styles. 25 yrs. exp. Friendly, individualized lessons in So. Burlington. Info: 802-864-7740, eromail13@ gmail.com. Piano and Theory Lessons I’ve recently completed my bachelors in piano performance from McGill University. I’m competent and happy to teach basic piano playing/technique, beginning/ advanced jazz piano, and theory/ eartraining. Info: Randal Pierce, 802-999-1594.

Studio/ Rehearsal POKERHILL STUDIO Full-service recording w/ high-end gear. You can do a short demo or a fulllength CD release. We can take your project from beginning to the final master w/ codes & text. Check it out at www.joecapps. com. Great hang, fly fishing. Record at Joe’s. Info: Joe Capps, 802-899-4263.

rent economic meltdowns, global political and social turmoil and TV shows about apocalypse and Armageddon. Learn about the many visions and scenarios for our collective future and how you can seize all the opportunities of this time to thrive in the years ahead. Led by Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

burlington city arts Photography Critique: Jun. 2, 6-8 p.m. Free and open to the public. Location: Firehouse Center’s Community Darkroom, Burlington. Come receive feedback on your images, talk about the art and craftsmanship behind a fine art photograph, and see the work of other artists in a supportive, discussion based critique session. Bring 1-4 printed, unframed examples of your work. Participants with all levels of experience are welcome and encouraged to attend. Drop In: Life Drawing ages 16+: Jun. 15 - Jul. 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Monday. Cost: $8/per session. Location: Firehouse Center, Burlington. This drop-in class is open to all levels and facilitated by a BCA staff member and professional model. Please bring your own drawing materials and paper. No registration necessary. *Purchase a Life Drawing class card for $40 and get the 6th visit for free!

ALPACAS 101 HANDS-ON SEMINAR: Cost: $60/WEEKEND. Location: VERMONT ALPACA COMPANY, 18 Justin Morrill Highway, South Strafford. Info: Vermont Alpaca Company, Brian or Bethany Cole, 802-765-9639, Brian@VermontAlpacaCo.com, www.VermontAlpacaCo.com. Vermont Alpaca Company is offering a two-day course, June 6 & 7, for individuals interested in learning more about the alpaca industry and the lifestyle of raising & breeding alpacas. Fun sessions held in a beautiful Vermont barn. This course is offered at $35.00/ day or $60.00 for both days. Lunch is included & pre-registration is required.

architecture Historic Window Workshop: May. 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost: $80/$70 for Preservation Burlington Members. Location: Champlain Valley Millworks, 16 Kilburn Street, Burlington. Info: Preservation Burlington, Gweneth Langdon, gwenethaline@gmail.com, www.preservationburlington.org. The Workshop is a hands-on format with everyone working to properly restore salvaged window sashes. All participants will receive a painter’s putty knife and a glazer’s putty knife to keep. A bag lunch will be served at 12 noon. Plenty of time for questions and answers.

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Auditions/ Casting Seeking young adult actors MOXIE Productions is holding auditions for a wartime stage play with actors 12-25 y.o. May 17, 2-4 p.m. in Waterbury Center. Seeking all types/ethniticities. Call 244-4168 for info/directions. Info: MOXIE Productions, Monica Callan.

Call 802-865-7166 for info or register online at BurlingtonCityArts.com. Teacher bios are also available online.

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ART, DRAWING AND PAINTING 1: Jun. 24 - Aug. 4, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Cost: $200/all materials provided. Location: Burlington High School, Burlington. Info: 802-864-8436. This 60 hour summer course awards any high school student one diploma credit. Fundamental drawing skills and color theory will be emphasized, plus elements of illustration and cartooning for inspiration and fun. Sign up today!

2012: WHAT’S REALLY GOING ON?: Jun. 3 - Jul. 1, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $75 Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 802-244-7909. We hear more and more about dire predictions for the future, amid cur-

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camps Young Women in the Woods: July 20 through July 24, 2009; 8:30am-4:30pm; overnight July 22 & 23. Cost: $380/includes 2 overnighters; scholarships available. Location: North Branch Nature Center, 713 Elm Street, Montpelier. Info: North Branch Nature Center, Sandal Cate, 802-2296206, info@northbranchnaturecenter.org, www.NorthBranchNatureCenter.org. Exciting camp for girls entering grades 7th through 9th. Interested in exploring the outdoors, studying nature and being with other girls that share your interests? Girls will visit women at work in areas such as biology and natural resources, combined with leadership and naturalist training, hiking and camping. Scholarships available!

community 2012: WHAT’S REALLY GOING ON?: Jun. 3 - Jul. 1, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $75 Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 802-244-7909. We hear more and more about dire predictions for the future, amid current economic meltdowns, global political and social turmoil and TV shows about apocalypse and Armageddon. Learn about the many visions and scenarios for our collective future and how you can seize all the opportunities of this time to thrive in the years ahead. Led by Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

cooking Cooking Classes - The Store: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Cost: $75/2.5 hour class. Location: The Store, 5275 Main Street, Route 100, Waitsfield. Info: The Store Inc., 802-496-4465, www.kitchenatthestore.com. Chef/owner of The Green Cup Cafe and Bakery in Waitsfield, Jason Gulisano brings us his Vermont/Italian way of cooking showing us his homemade pastas and sauces made from fresh, local and organic ingredients. The Green Cup is one of NY Times food writer Mark Bittman’s favorite Vermont restaurants (demo).

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SUMMAry: Sweet, social, gentle and affectionate girl that would do great in any home!

Loves attention from everyone and will always greet you with enthusiasm. Gets along with both dogs and cats and is an overall well-rounded kitty!

visit me at HSCC, 142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, Tuesday through Friday, from 1 to 6 p.m., or Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 862-0135.

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design/build 6757, www.FirstStepDance.com. Beginning classes repeat each month, and intermediate classes vary from month to month. As with all of our programs, everyone is encouraged to attend, and no partner is necessary. Come alone, or come with friends, but come out and dance!

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craft Natural Dye Workshop, Drop-In: May. 23-24, 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Cost: $5/per participant. Location: Vermont Wool Studio & Farm, 1273 Fowler Road, Plainfield. Info: Vermont Wool, Denise D’Abramo, 802-454-1648, denise@vtwool.com, vtwool.com. Join us throughout Open Studio weekend for this fun instructional on dyeing with indigo and more. Local yarn is available for purchase, or bring small items to color from home, check website for instructions. While you’re here, visit our sheep, catch a spinning demo and peruse the Vermont Wool Yarns.

dance Argentine Tango: With Maria Olivera and Gustavo Benzecry Saba. Friday, May 22. 6 p.m. Beginner Class, 7 p.m. Intermediate Class. Followed by demonstrations, Practica and light refreshments. Cost: $20/per person. Location: Studio Bliss Center for Expressive Movement, Opera House, Suite 103. 59-67 Merchants Row, Rutland. Info: Studio Bliss, Cathy Salmons, Director, 802-775-2547, www.blissvt. com/tango.html. Studio Bliss is thrilled to welcome back these two remarkable tango artists, straight from Buenos Aires! These worldrenowned masters of the form will teach basic technique, plus refinements and details for continuing tango students. They will also be available for private instruction on Friday afternoon and Saturday. Don’t miss this rare opportunity: Truly an amazing gift to Rutland! Ballroom Dance Classes: Location: First Step Dance offers Ballroom Dance classes in Burlington on Monday and Thursday evenings. Ballroom Dance Social on the 2nd Friday of each month. Info: First Step Dance, 802-598-

Dance Studio Salsalina: Cost: $13/class. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 802598-1077, info@salsalina.com. Salsa classes, nightclub-style. Oneon-one, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Argentinean Tango class and social, Fridays, 7:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout! Elements of Ballet: Join beginning adult/teen ballet classes Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, or combine Pilates, Ballet, and Integrative Movement in our 90-minute Saturday 10:15am Intermediate Studio Class with Lucille Dyer CMA. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 49 Heineberg Drive (Route 127, 5 minutes from the Burlington waterfront), Colchester. Info: 802-863-3369, lucille@ naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Enliven your artistic sensibilities along with the strength, flexibility, sculpting & posture you achieve practicing ballet. Experience how dancers achieve that lengthened look, and find out how good whole body stretches really feel. Studio class students: Practice Bartenieff Fundamentals, Reformer, Tower, Jump Board & full barre with Lucille Dyer CMA. Swing Dance Lessons: Cost: $60/6-week lesson series. Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info: Shirley, 802-860-7501, www. vermontswings.com. TUESDAYS, May 19-June 23: Swing Basics, 6:30-7:30 p.m. No experience required. WEDNESDAYS, May 20-June 24: Classic 8-Count Moves, 6:307:30 p.m. Prerequisite: Swing 1. WEDNESDAYS, May 20-June 24: 1920s Blues Dancing, 7:45-8:45 p.m. No experience required. No partner needed! Taught by Shirley McAdam & Chris Nickl.

Yestermorrow Design/Build Sch.: Cost: $300/2-day class; 15% discount for Vermont residents! Location: Yestermorrow Design/Build School, 189 VT Rte. 100, Warren. Info: Yestermorrow Design/Build School, 802-496-5545, shannon@yestermorrow.org, www.yestermorrow. org. TRIM & FINISH CARPENTRY: May 9-11, learn systematic steps to achieve beautiful finish trim for doors, windows, crown mouldings & baseboards. SACRED GEOMETRY: May 16-17, understand the universal patterns which connect art, science & nature. JOINERY: June 5-7, use hand & power tools to cut mortises, tenons, dovetails, miters, etc.

drumming Burlington Taiko Classes: Location: Taiko Space (across from Outer Space Deli), 208 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: Burlington Taiko, 802-999-4255, classes@ burlingtontaiko.org, www.burlingtontaiko.com. Beginning classes Tuesdays - Kids, 4:30-5:20 p.m., $47/6 weeks. Adults 5:30-6:20 p.m., $53/6 weeks. Session begins 10/28. Advanced Beginner/Ensemble class meets weekly on Mondays at 5:30-6:50 p.m., $48/6 weeks, beginning 10/27. Gift certificates are available! For a full schedule of classes or more info, go online or email.

empowerment 2012: WHAT’S REALLY GOING ON?: Jun. 3 - Jul. 1, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $75 Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 802-244-7909. We hear more and more about dire predictions for the future, amid current economic meltdowns, global political and social turmoil and TV shows about apocalypse and Armageddon. Learn about the many visions and scenarios for our collective future and how you can seize all the opportunities of this time to thrive in the years ahead. Led by Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author. REINVENTING YOUR LIFE: May. 28, 7-9 p.m. Cost: $35 Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Steve, 802-862-4905. Feel like you’re in a rut? Not living with passion and authenticity? Don’t miss this powerful workshop designed to stimulate your inner guidance, awaken your courage, clarify your purpose and manifest your dreams. Led by Dr. Steve Taubman, bestselling author of UnHypnosis: How to

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finance Financial Wellness Workshop:: May. 30-31. Cost: $179/ Weekend Workshop Saturday and Sunday. Location: Walkover Gallery, 15 Main Street, Bristol. Info: MoneyPeace, Inc, Christine Moriarty, 888-449-8081, www. moneypeace.com. Money Money Money: Lower Your Financial Stress and work through your financial fears for a better relationship with money. Invest your time in a weekend workshop to learn more about yourself and money management. Take the first step to a new financial life. Sign up today! May 30th and 31st.

fitness Girls Get’n Fit Boot Camp: Cost: $255/2 Fitness Assessments, 12 hours of Professional Training, and Camp T-shirt. Location: Williston Community Park, 195 Central School Dr., Williston. Info: Girls Get’n Fit, LLC, Melissa Milam, 802310-5009, smmilam@gmavt.net, www.girlsgetnfit.com. A resultdriven boot camp that provides a fun and challenging change to any exercise routine. Be prepared to get up early, work hard and feel great for the rest of the day! Not ready yet? Join Fit Mama Camp 2009 at Exercise America in South Burlington and get started!

herbs Wisdom of the Herbs School: Wild Edible Intensive 2009: Enhancing Local Food Security. Class meets for two terms, three Sundays each term, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Spring term: 5/24, 6/14 & 7/12, 2009. Summer Term: 8/9, 9/20 & 10/4, 2009. Tuition $240 Spring term and $300 Summer term. $50 non-refundable deposit each term. Discounted tuition for early registration for both terms. Wisdom of the Herbs 2009: Identify and harvest local wild edible and medicinal plant, make home remedies, learn sustainable living skills. Eight weekends: May 16-17, June 6-7, July 18-19, Aug. 15-16, Sept. 12-13, Oct. 10-11, Nov. 7-8. Tuition $1750. Non-refundable deposit $250. Discounted tuition for early registration paid in full one month before class begins. VSAC non-degree grants avail.. Location: Wisdom of the Herbs School, South Woodbury. Info:

Annie McCleary, Director, 802456-8122, annie@wisdomoftheherbsschool.com, www.WisdomOfTheHerbsSchool.com. Unique experiential programs embracing the wild plants, holistic health, and sustainable living skills, valuable tools for living on the Earth in these changing times. Learn through herb walks and nature adventures, communion with Nature, hands-on wild harvesting and preparation of wild edibles and herbal home remedies, with intention and gratitude.

Vermont Aikido: Location: Vermont Aikido, 274 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-8629785, vermontaikido.org. Practice the graceful martial art of Aikido in a safe, supportive environment. Aikido training teaches body and spirit together, promoting physical flexibility and flowing movement, martial awareness with compassionate connection, respect for others and confidence in oneself. Visitors are always welcome in the dojo! Class hours are at our homepage.

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Spanish Classes: Cost: $155/10 1-hour classes. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: Spanish in Waterbury Center, 802-659-4181, spanishparavos@gmail.com, www.spanishwaterburycenter.com. SPANISH IN WATERBURY CENTER: 4 new Spanish class offerings. June 2, 4, 9 & 11 at 5:30-7:30 p.m., Rapid Spanish for Travelers. Beginning week of June 15 for 10 weeks: Evening classes, Sunrise Spanish, Spanish for Seniors. Course fee $155.

LEARN TO MEDITATE: Meditation instruction available Sunday mornings, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., or by appointment. The Shambhala Cafe meets the first Saturday of each month for meditation and discussions, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. An Open House occurs every third Wednesday evening of each month, 7-9 p.m., which includes an intro to the center, a short dharma talk and socializing. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 So. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-658-6795, www.burlingtonshambhalactr.org. Through the practice of sitting still and following your breath as it goes out and dissolves, you are connecting with your heart. By simply letting yourself be, as you are, you develop genuine sympathy toward yourself. The Burlington Shambhala Center offers meditation as a path to discovering gentleness and wisdom.

martial arts AIKIDO: Adult introductory classes begin on Tuesday, June 2 at 5:30 p.m. Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine Street, Burlington. Info: 802-951-8900, aikidovt.org. This traditional Japanese martial art emphasizes circular, flowing movements and pinning and throwing techniques. Visitors are always welcome. Classes are taught by Benjamin Pincus Sensei, 5th Dan - Vermont’s only fully certified (shidoin) Aikido teacher. VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Monday-Friday, 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Road, Williston. Info: 802-6604072, www.bjjusa.com. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a complete martial-arts system; it enhances balance, flexibility, strength, cardiorespiratory fitness and builds personal courage and self-confidence. Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense classes, Boxing, Muay-Thai Kickboxing and MMA for all levels. Head instructor is five-time Brazilian Champion Rio de Janeiro, certified 6th Degree Black Belt under Carlson Gracie. Classes for men, women and children. First class is free.

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HUD Office of Fair Housing, 10 Causeway St., Boston, MA 02222-1092 (617) 565-5309. OR Vermont Human Rights Commission, 135 State St., Drawer 33, Montpelier, VT 05633-6301. 800416-2010 Fax: 802-828-2480

Lovingkindness Meditation: May. 20 - Jun. 24, 7-8 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $75/ Six 1-hour classes. Location: Vermont Zen Center, 480 Thomas Road, Shelburne. Info: Vermont Zen Center, 802-985-9746, www. vermontzen.org. Mettabhavana is a Buddhist meditation leading to the development of unconditional lovingkindness & friendliness. Metta helps us: rid ourselves of internal & external conflicts; overcome lacerating guilt; be open to loving acceptance of ourselves & others. Wed. 7-8 p.m., May 20 through June 24. Includes lectures, meditation instruction, practice periods & discussion.

photography Dig. Photography + Photoshop: Sat. &/or Sunday, May 30 & 31. Cost: $125/day ($200 for weekend). Location: Mad River Valley, Rt. 100, Moretown. Info: 802-882-1124. A 2-day comprehensive workshop..take one day or both! Day 1: digital cameras, exposure tricks, essentials & better photography. Day 2: digital workflow - importing, organizing, Photoshop, printing. Please contact the instructor for more info about this excellent workshop held in a modern, fully equipped digital imaging lab in the Mad River Valley: samk@ madriver.com.

pilates ABSOLUTE PILATES: Affordable, invigorating group mat classes and 1-on-1 sessions that rock your body, not your wallet. New class added on Tuesdays at 4:15 starting March 31. Location: Exercise America, 12 Gregory Drive, Suite 1, South Burlington. Info: 802-310-2614, www.absolutepilatesvt.com. Tone, stretch, and strengthen with certified classical Pilates & Polestar Pilates instructor Lynne Martens. Sculpt a great new body in fun group mat classes or private lessons on reformer, Wunda chair and tower unit in an attrac-

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8sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] Show and tell. View and post up to 6 photos per ad online. tive, welcoming locale. Visit our website for pricing, class times and specials. ALL Wellness, LLC: Many package/pricing options to suit your budget. Please call for pricing details. Location: 208 Flynn Ave. (across from the antique shops, near Oakledge Park), Burlington. Info: 802-863-9900, www.pilatesspace.net. We encourage all ages, all bodies and all abilities to discover greater ease and enjoyment in life by integrating Pilates, Physical Therapy, Yoga and Health Counseling services. Come experience our welcoming atmosphere, skillful, caring instructors and light-filled studio. First mat class is free! Also, please join us for a free introduction to the reformer, the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 - just call to sign up. Natural Bodies Pilates: Join classes or schedule private and small group appointments for specialized programs. Free group introductions, and special rates on private introductions by appointment. Call today. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 49 Heineberg Drive (Rt. 127, 5 minutes from Burlington’s waterfront), Colchester. Info: Lucille Dyer, 802-863-3369, lucille@naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Now you can develop an articulate, strong, and flexible body in a professionally equipped studio. Relieve stress and experience movement that is enjoyable and effective, all within a calm and supportive environment. Benefit from Lucille Dyer’s 25 years’ teaching expertise combining Pilates, Bartenieff Fundamentals, Laban Movement Analysis and adult/ teen ballet.

pottery Wheel Throwing: Tuesdays or Thursdays. 5-week classes. Location: Shelburne Art Center, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: Shelburne Art Center, 802-9853648, www.shelburneartcenter. org. Learn the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel while becoming familiar with the complete clay process from wheel to kiln. Two options, five weeks: Tuesdays, May 26-Jun. 23, 6-8:30 p.m., or Thursdays, May 28-Jun. 25, 9:30 a.m.noon. Members $120, nonmembers $135, materials $30.

reiki Animal Reiki I-6/7, 6/18-19: Jun. 7, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., This is a summary of the repeat configuration. Cost: $150/8-hour class. Location: Pinecliff Alpaca Farm, West Rutland. Info: HeartSong Reiki, Kelly McDermott-Burns, 802-746-8834, kelly@heartsongreiki.com, www.heartsongreiki. com. June 7, Pinecliff Alpaca Farm, West Rutland; June 18 and 19, 1-5, Randolph Center. Student will gain basic knowledge and certification for self-care and animal care. Covers history, principles, protocol and ethics. Plenty of animal practice. Includes manual and certificate. A portion of the fee will be donated for animals. Reiki Daylong Classes: Cost: $175/9:30am to 5pm. Location: Rising Sun Healing Center, 35 King St., #7, Burlington. Info: Chris Hanna, 802-881-1866, channa@ gmavt.net, www.risingsunhealing.com. Reiki Level One, Sat., May 16, 9:30am to 5pm., $175. Learn this powerful hands-on healing art with plenty of in-class practice time. Advanced Reiki Training (ART), Sat., June 13, $225. For Reiki 2 graduates. Another symbol and attunement. Learn to use crystals for continuous healing.

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SCUBA CERTIFICATION COURSE: Jun. 2-25, 6-10 p.m., Every 4 weeks on Tuesday, Thursday. Cost: $325 Location: Waterfront Diving Center, 214 Battery Street, Burlington. Info: Waterfront Diving Center, Jonathan Eddy, 802-8652771, info@waterfrontdiving. com, www.waterfrontdiving.com. Add a new dimension to your summer on Lake Champlain. Learn to scuba dive and come explore the shipwrecks of the Lake Champlain Historic Preserve, or the most exotic reefs on earth. Call for more info. or to register.

Woodworking Immersion Programs: 12-week programs, enroll when you are ready. Cost: $4900/for full-time, 12 weeks; part-time avail. Location: Vermont Woodworking School, 148 Main St., Fairfax. Info: Vermont Woodworking School, Carina Driscoll, 802-849-2013, www. VermontWoodworkingSchool.com. Be supported by Guild member instructors while working on your independent projects. Focus on learning what you want. Make progress in our 10,000 sq. ft. shop in our restored historic barn. Be mentored & encouraged to challenge yourself & do your best work. Techniques instruction workshops included in enrollment fee.

shamanism Exploring your Spiritual Path: Jun. 7-14, 10 a.m., Weekly on Sunday. Cost: $125/both days. Location: Lightheart Sanctuary, New Haven. Info: Maureen Short, 802-453-4433, www.lightheart. net. Explore most ancient spiritual paths through instruction, journeying, sacred sounding and much more in the sacred space of Lightheart Sanctuary, New Haven, VT. Beginners to intermediate.

stand up paddleboarding Stand Up Paddleboarding: Morning, after-work and custom classes mid-week; events and custom classes weekends. Location: Lake Champlain - Burlington based, will visit other waterways, Burlington. Info: Stormboarding, Rachael Miller, 802-578-6120, rachael@stormboarding.com, www. stormboarding.com. Get fit, enjoy the lake, meet great people in a new sport. Stand on a big, floaty surfboard; paddle with a onebladed paddle. Excellent full-body workout. Morning and after-work classes, custom group outings, events and demos 7 days/week. Burlington-based but will move around Vermont.

tai chi Outdoor Tai Chi/Montpelier: Cost: $36/4 weeks, $64/8 weeks. Location: Pavilion Building Porch, State St., Montpelier. Info: High Mountain Flowing Water Tai Chi Association, Ellie Hayes, 802-4561983. Hwa Yu Style Tai Chi summer semester runs Mon. June 8 thru Mon July 27. Sign up for 4 consecutive weeks, $9/class, or 8 weeks, $8/class. Beginners meet 5-5:45 pm; continuing students 5-6:30 pm. Learn this ancient and unique art in an atmosphere of camraderie, fresh air, relaxation, enhanced awareness. Snake Style Tai Chi Chuan: Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: BAO TAK FAI TAI CHI INSTITUTE , 100 Church Street, Burlington. Info: 802864-7902, www.iptaichi.org. The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill.

yoga The Studio at The Field House: Daily yoga & Pilates classes for all levels. Drop-ins welcome; no membership required. Cost: $15/ drop-in, $60/month (6 classes). Unlimited yoga, $70 (incl. club membership). Location: 166 Athletic Drive, Shelburne. Info: 802985-4406, www.shelburneathleticclub.com. Vinyasa, Iyengar, Anusara, Yin, Ashtanga & Kripalu classes as well as reformer, mat & senior Pilates. YOGA VERMONT: Daily drop-in classes, plenty of choices, open to all levels, two locations. Cost: $14/drop-in, $115/10 class card, $130/month pass. Location: Chace Mill on Winooski River, downtown at 113 Church St. (top floor of the Leunig’s building), Burlington. Info: 802-660-9718, www.yogavermont.com. Six-week Skiier and Rider class, six-week Intro to Ashtanga, Monthly Restorative, Adaptive Yoga, Yoga Instructor Training Course and more listed on website. Gift certificates available. For the latest, check out our blog: http://yogavermont.typepad. com. Yoga for Men by Steve: Beginner Level I, Mon. & Wed., 6-7:15 p.m. Intermediate Level II, Tues. & Thurs., 6-7:30 p.m. Open Class Level I & II welcome, Sat. 1011:30 a.m. Restorative yoga, Sat. 12-1 p.m. Privte sessions available by appointment. Location: 6393 Route 7, North Ferrisburgh. Visit our website www.miraclesoftouch.com for detailed description of class offerings. To schedule a class or inquire about fees or services contact Jim, jhart1159@comcast.net, 802-310-8291. Class registration limited to 6/class.

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the addition of three antennas (72” x 13.5” x 6”) to be mounted within a 10’ stealth cannister extension at the top of the existing 68’ monopole tower, extension of the ground compound by 12’ x 15’ to accommodate equipment, installation of 6’ high chain link fence and removal of existing trees as required. The project is located at 157 Prim Road in the Town of Colchester, Vermont. The District 4 Environmental Commission will review this application under Act 250 Rule 51 - Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the Colchester Municipal Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission located at 30 Kimball Avenue, South Burlington, and the office listed below. The application and proposed permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www.nrb.state. vt.us/lup) by clicking on “Act 250 Database,” selecting “Entire Database,” and entering the case number above. No hearing will be held unless, on or before June 2, 2009, a party notifies the District Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion. Any hearing request shall be in writing to the address below, shall state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the District Commission must determine that substantive issues requiring a hearing have been raised. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing. Should a hearing be held on this project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us by June 2, 2009. Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, adjoining property owners, other interested persons granted party status pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c). Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(5). Dated in Essex Junction, Vermont, this 6th day of May, 2009. By:/s/Peter E. Keibel Natural Resources Board District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 T/ 802-879-5658 E/ peter.keibel@state.vt.us ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001-6092

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On May 8, 2009, Intervale Center, filed application #4C1206-1 for a project generally described as:

On May 1, 2009, Omnipoint Communications, Diversity Hill Conservation & Development and Tower Holdings LLC, filed application #4C1102-4 for a project generally described as:

Construction of an informational kiosk and installation of security lights on the English Hay Barn. The project is located on Intervale Road in the City of Burlington, Vermont.

The District 4 Environmental Commission will review this application under Act 250 Rule 51 - Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the Burlington Municipal Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission located at 110 West Canal Street, Winooski, and the office listed below. The application and proposed permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www.nrb.state. vt.us/lup) by clicking on “Act 250 Database,” selecting “Entire Database,” and entering the case number above. No hearing will be held unless, on or before June 2, 2009, a party notifies the District Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion. Any hearing request shall be in writing to the address below, shall state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the District Commission must determine that substantive issues requiring a hearing have been raised. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing. Should a hearing be held on this project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us by June 2, 2009. Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, adjoining property owners and other persons to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be affected by the proposed project under the 10 criteria. Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(5). Dated in Essex Junction, Vermont, this 13th day of May 2009. By/s/Peter E. Keibel Natural Resources Board District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 T/ 802-879-5658 E/ peter.keibel@state.vt.us Chittenden County Transportation Authority NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC HEARING The Chittenden County Transportation Authority gives notice that, pursuant to 49 U.S.C. § 5311 Non-Urbanized Area Formula Program for Elders & Persons with Disabilities Program, Preventive Maintenance Program, Rural Technical Assistance Program and Marketing; State Operating Assistance Program; 49 U.S.C. § 5316 Job Access and Reverse Commute Program; and 49 U.S.C. § 5317 New Freedom Program, the opportunity is offered for a public hearing on a proposed Public Transit Program serving regions of Chittenden County and Commuter service to Franklin, Addison, and Washington Counties.

Projects are described as follows: State Operating funds in the amount of $1,463,665; STP Preventive Maintenance Funds in the amount of $1,515,579; Marketing funds in the amount of $17,600; Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) Federal funds in the amount of $35,000; New Freedoms in the amount of $100,000; Regional Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP) funds in the amount of $3,000; Federal JARC funds in the amount of $215,000; State JARC funds in the amount of $215,000; 5310 Capital Funds in the amount of $427,500; 5311/5309/STP Capital Federal funds in the amount of $975,000 and State Capital Match funds in the amount of $108,333. Persons desiring a hearing to be held should submit written requests to the Chittenden County Transportation Authority and to the Vermont Agency of Transportation at the addresses below within 14 days of publication of this notice. Upon a receipt of a request, a date will be scheduled and a notice of hearing will be published. A copy of the proposal may be seen at the Project Manager’s Office. Persons desiring to make written comments should forward same to the addresses below within 14 days of publication of this notice. A copy of the application for these Federal grants may be seen at the Project Manager’s Office. Transit Provider: CCTA 15 Industrial Parkway Burlington, VT 05401 State Agency: Vermont Agency of Transportation Public Transit Section National Life Building, Drawer 33 Montpelier, VT 05633-5001 Dated at Burlington, County of Chittenden, State of Vermont this 12th day of May, 2009. Aaron Frank, Director of Planning and Project Development (Project Manager) COMBINED NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND OF INTENT TO REQUEST A RELEASE OF GRANT FUNDS City of Burlington City Hall, 149 Church Street Burlington, VT 05401 (802) 865 7144/ (TTY Users 865 7142) Issued: 5/20/09 Expires: 6/4/09 These Notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Burlington. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about June 5, 2009, the above named City of Burlington, in the County of Chittenden, will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the release of Community Development Block Grant funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL 93-383), as amended, to undertake a project known as the Program Year 2009 Community Development Block Grant program for the purpose of providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents through the programs and activities described below:

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The City of Burlington certifies to HUD that Bob Kiss in his capacity as Mayor consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s acceptance of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the City to use Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

Housing Programs - $168,506 Champlain Housing Trust - Citywide/ONE/King St Area Housing Initiatives Program - Citywide/ONE/King St Area Economic Development Programs - $225,000 Brownfields Redevelopment Program - Citywide/ONE/Pine St. Area Sustainable Economic Development Strategies - Citywide/ ONE/Pine St Area Business Financing & Technical Assistance - Citywide/ONE On or about June 6, 2009, the City of Burlington will also submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the release of an estimated $547,141 in HOME Investment Partnership Act funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL 93383), as amended, to undertake a project known as the Program Year 2009 HOME Investment Partnership program for the purpose of providing decent, safe, and affordable housing to low-income persons through the acquisition, rehabilitation, and construction of single-family homes and multifamily rental properties throughout the City of Burlington. FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The City of Burlington has determined that the projects will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the Community & Economic Development Office, 149 Church Street, Room 32 – City Hall, Burlington, Vermont 05401 and may be examined or copied weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the Community & Economic Development Office, 149 Church Street, Room 32 – City Hall, Burlington, VT 05401. All comments received by June 4, 2009, will be considered by the City of Burlington prior to submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing. RELEASE OF GRANT FUNDS

HUD will consider objections to its release of funds and the City of Burlington’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Burlington; (b) the City of Burlington has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFD Part 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to HUD at: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 275 Chestnut Street, Manchester, NH 03101. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period. This material is available in alternate formats for persons with disabilities. Bob Kiss, Mayor City Hall Burlington, VT 05401 5/20/09 OPENINGS BURLINGTON CITY COMMISSIONS/BOARDS On Monday, June 1, 2009, the Burlington City Council will fill vacancies on the following City Commissions/Boards: Cemetery Commission Term Expires 6/30/11 One Opening Design Advisory Board Term Expires 6/30/12 One Opening Electric Light Commission Term Expires 6/30/10 One Opening Fence Viewer Term Expires 6/30/10 Three Openings Library Commission Term Expires 6/30/12 One Opening Planning Commission Term Expires 6/30/11 One Opening Police Commission Term Expires 6/30/12 One Opening

Board of Tax Appeals Term Expires 6/30/10 One Opening Board of Tax Appeals Term Expires 6/30/11 Two Openings Board for Registration of Voters Term Expires 6/30/14 One Opening Applications are available at the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, Second Floor, City Hall, and must be received in the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office by 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Applicants must be nominated by a member of the City Council to be considered for a position; a list of Council members is also available at the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office. Please call the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office at 8657136 for further information. STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S221-07 CnC Aurora Loan Services LLC, Plaintiff v. Douglas Skidmore, Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB And Occupants residing at 195 Hinesburg Road, South Burlington, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB to Douglas Skidmore dated March 7, 2006 and recorded in Volume 743, Page 589 of the Land Records of the Town of South Burlington, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 1:00 P.M. on June 3, 2009, at 195 Hinesburg Road, South Burlington, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: A lot of land with all buildings thereon situated on the westerly side of Hinesburg Road or 4th Street, so-called, in the City of South Burlington. The dwelling house being known and designated as 195 on said Hinesburg Road, said Lot is Lot No. 1 and northerly one-half of Lot No. 2 as laid down on plan of land of W.E Simpson and Lavinia Simpson, which is of record in Volume 11, Page 173 of the Land Records of the City of South Burlington, said lot has a frontage of 75 feet and a depth of 200 feet as shown on the plat. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of South Burlington. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. Aurora Loan Services LLC By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403

STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S0684-08 CnC Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage, Loan Trust 2006-1, Plaintiff v. Francis Wilkins, Penelope Momaney-Wilkins, Long Beach Mortgage Company, Eugene J. Ward, III, P.C. D/B/A Ward & Babb And Occupants residing at 183 Cooper Road, Milton, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Long Beach Mortgage Company to Francis Wilkins dated November 28, 2005 and recorded in Volume 325, Page 36 of the Land Records of the Town of Milton, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:45 A.M. on June 3, 2009, at 183 Cooper Road, Milton, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being a portion of the land and premises conveyed to Donald H. Turner & Sons Construction Corporation by Warranty Deed of Carol A. Hughes dated August 30, 2004 and recorded in Volume 302 at Pages 239-240 of the Town of Milton Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Milton. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S0717-08 CnC US Bank National Association, as Trustee for CMLTI 2007-WFHE4, Plaintiff v. Sharren Williams And Occupants residing at 225 River Road, Essex, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. to Sharren Williams dated April 16, 2007 and recorded in Volume 716, Page 393 of the Land Records of the Town of Essex, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 3:00 P.M. on June 3, 2009, at 225 River Road, Essex, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage:

To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Sharren Williams by Warranty Deed of Timmy N Norton and Melissa R. Norton dated December 27, 2005 of record at Book 676, Page 2 of the Town of Essex Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Essex. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. US Bank National Association, as Trustee By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S1390-07 CnC PHH Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff v. Douglas R. Millette, Richmond Home Supply, Inc. And Occupants residing at 23 Railroad Lane, Winooski, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Century 21 (R) Mortgage (SM) to Douglas R. Millette dated July 12, 2006 and recorded in Volume 175, Page 155 of the Land Records of the Town of Winooski, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 9:30 A.M. on June 3, 2009, at 23 Railroad Lane, Winooski, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Douglas R. Millette by Warranty Deed of Gunther W. Klein and Cynthia G. Klein dated April 20, 2001 and of record in Volume 120, Page 79 of the City of Winooski Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Winooski. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. PHH Mortgage Corporation By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403

STATE OF VERMONT ESSEX COUNTY, SS. ESSEX SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. 11-2-09 Excv The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust 2005-2, Plaintiff, v Raymond Paquette, and Any Other Occupants of Route 105, Brunswick, Vermont, Defendant. SUMMONS & ORDER FOR PUBLICATION TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: Raymond Paquette You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon Grant C. Rees, Esq., Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is P.O. Box 108, 164 Route 7 South, Milton, Vermont 05468, an Answer to the Complaint in the above entitled action within twenty-one (21) days of the first publication of this Summons, which is 5/20/09. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Your Answer must also be filed with the Court. Unless the relief demanded in the Complaint is for damage covered by a liability insurance policy under which the insurer has the right or obligation to conduct the defense or unless otherwise provided in Rule 13(a). Your Answer must state as a Counterclaim any related claim which you may have against the plaintiff’s Complaint, or you will thereafter be barred from making such claim in any other action. Plaintiff’s action is a Complaint in Foreclosure which alleges that you have breached the terms of a Promissory Note and Mortgage Deed dated March 31, 2005. Plaintiff’s action may effect your interest in the property described in said Mortgage Deed recorded in Volume 17, Pages 39-51 of the Town of Brunswick Land Records. The Complaint also seeks relief on the Promissory Note executed by you. A copy of the Complaint is on file and may be obtained at the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court for the County of Addison, State of Vermont. It appearing from Affidavit duly filed in the above entitled action that service cannot be made with due diligence by any of the methods prescribed in V.R.C.P. 4(d) through (f) inclusive, it is hereby ORDERED that service of the above process shall be made upon Defendant, Raymond Paquette, by publication pursuant to V.R.C.P. 4(g). This Order shall be published once a week for two consecutive weeks on 5/20/09 and 5/27/09 in Seven Days and in the Coos County Democrat. A copy of this Order shall be mailed to Defendant at his address if his address is known. DATED at Guildhall, Vermont this 7 day of May, 2009. Hon. Robert R. Bent Presiding Judge Essex Superior Court

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DON’T SEE A SUPPORT group here that meets your needs? Call Vermont 2-1-1, a program of United Way of Vermont. Within Vermont, dial 2-1-1 or 866-652-4636 (tollfree) or from outside of Vermont, 802-652-4636. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. LYME DISEASE GROUP Meeting Saturday, May 23 from 1-4 p.m. at the O’Brien Community Center, 32 Mallets Bay Ave., Winooski. Please call Susan at 899-2713 for more information. THE ADDISON COUNTY CHAPTER OF THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS (TCF), a nonprofit selfhelp bereavement support group for families that have experienced the death of a child will hold its regular meeting this Monday, May 4, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Hospice Volunteer Services Office located at the Marble Works (first building on the left as you enter across from the Addison Independent) in Middlebury. Bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents are encouraged to attend to meet others who have gone through a similar experience and for support. For more info., contact chapter leaders, Nancy Merolle at 388-6837 or Claire Groleau at 388-9603. AL-ANON 12-step meeting for friends and family. Have you been affected by someone else’s drinking now or in the past? Wednesdays at 8 a.m. The Turning Point Center, 61 Main St., Burlington. Entrace on South Champlain Street. Parking on street. BURDENS WEIGHTING YOU DOWN? Unemployed, homeless, in need of direction? We are people just like you and have found the answer to all of the above problems. We meet every Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Imani Center 293 N Winooski Ave. Please call 802-3432027. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Meetings in Barre occur every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday 6-7 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St. Info: 863-2655. Meetings in Johnson occur every Sunday 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Johnson Municipal Building, Route 15 (just west of the bridge). Info: Debbie Y., 888-5958. Meeting in Montpelier occur every Friday 12-1 p.m. at Bethany Church, 115 Main St. Info: Carol, 223-5793. Meetings in Morrisville occur every Friday 12-1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 85 Upper Main St. Contacts: Anne, 888-2356 or Debbie Y., 888-5958. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (SOS) Hospice Volunteer Services (HVS) of Addison County and the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will collaborate to sponsor a monthly ongoing support group for people who have lost someone by suicide. The group will meet the 1st Wed. of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. These free peer support groups will be held at Hospice Volunteer Services at the Marbleworks in Middlebury, and co-facilitated by professional representatives from HVS and AFSP, both suicide survivors. For more information and to register call HVS at 388-4111.

CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS (CODA) Announcing a new 12step (non-AA, non-NA) meeting. Do you have trouble with relationship issues? Avoidance of feelings? People pleasing? Needing to be needed? Join us Thursday at 5 pm. at the Turning Poing Center, corner of Main & S. Champlain St. in Burlington. 802-861-3150. For more information about codependence, see www.coda.org and click on “Am I Codependent?” A NEW PERSPECTIVE A peer support group for people working through the combination of mental health and substance abuse issues. Wednesdays at the Turning Point Center, 5-6 p.m. The group will be facilitated and will be built around a weekly video followed by a group discussions. Some of the topics will include: Addictions and mental illness, recovery stories, dealing with stress, understanding personality problems, emotions. Corner of Main & S. Champlain St. in Burlington. 802-861-3150. LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP Third Wed. of every month, 6:30-8 p.m. at the Howard Center, 1138 Pine St., Burlington. Facilitator: Coleen Lillie. Call 802-488-6663 for more details. BEREAVED PARENTS & SIBLINGS SUPPORT GROUP of the Compassionate Friends meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at the Christ Church Presbyterian, 400 Redstone Campus, UVM. Info, 660-8797. The meetings are for parents, grandparents and adult siblings who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause. NEED A HUG? New support group starting. Would you like to explore personal intimacy in a safe environment? This is accomplished by using touch for expressing and receiving tenderness. This is platonic and personal boundaries are respected. Day, time and location TBA. Jeff 310-4903 email iiyog@ aol.com. COED SINGLES GROUP Ages 5065, forming for friendship and fun. Chittenden County area. Activities to include weeknight/weekend dinner, bowling, hikes, snow shoeing, movies, etc. If interested email Myra at csbnc27609@aol.com. SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS 12-step group. Women only. Do you have problems with your relationships? Are you unable to leave an unhealthy romantic relationship? We can help. Call Valerie, 802-825-4643. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIA’S SUPPORT GROUP Held monthly at The Arbors at Shelburne. For info. or to register, contact Nicole at 802-9858600. MENOPAUSE SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN Meets Sundays, 4-6 p.m. & Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Location: Pathways to Well Being, 168 Battery St., Burlington. Share knowledge, experience, stories & get support. This is a FREE support group that meets every other Sunday and Thursday. Call 862-8806 x5 for more info. CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP: 1-3 p.m., every third Thursday at the Burlington Police Station on Battery St. in the new Community Room. Please call or visit website for location information, www.vtcfids.org or call 1-800-296-1445 or 802-660-4817 (Helaine “Lainey” Rappaport). WOMEN’S RAPE CRISIS CENTER Will be starting a free, confidential 10-week support group for adult female survivors of sexual violence. Please call 864-555 ext. 19 for information. LIVING SINGLE SUPPORT GROUP This course is a follow-up to the Divorce Recovery course that is offered at Essex Alliance Church. If you’ve been through the Divorce Care Class, you have an opportunity to continue to grow, heal, rebuild, and start again. Call Sue Farris for more information at 802734-0695.

SUICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP For those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide. Location: Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main Street, Wallingford, 802-446-3577. 6:30-8:00 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. GLAFF Gay and lesbian adoptive and foster families. GLAFF provides support, education, resources and strategies to help maintain and strengthen gay and lesbian foster and adoptive families in northwestern VT. Open to all GLBTQ foster and adoptive parents and their children. Food, childcare provided. The group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Call Mike at 655-6688 to get more information and to register. MS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for people with multiple sclerosis and their caregivers. Sponsored by the Vermont Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Join others who have MS to discuss concerns, ask questions, share information and get support. Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30 p.m. in Williston. For more information contact Michele at 862-4085 and leave a message. POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Champlain Valley (NAMI: CV) is offering a free PTSD Support Group for Women on Thursdays from 12:30-2 p.m. The group focuses on both support and education about PTSD. Meetings are held at the NAMI office at 14 Healey Avenue, Suite D, Plattsburgh. For more information or to register, call NAMI: CV at 561-2685. ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU LOVE BATTLING MULTIPLE MYELOMA? Support meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month from 5-6:30 p.m. at Hope Lodge on East Avenue, Burlington. For more information call Kay Cromie at 6559136 or email kgcromey@aol.com. SUPPORT FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LOVED ONES WITH TERMINAL ILLNESS Group forming for family members and loved ones of people with terminal illness. The group will have a spiritual base. We will offer each other support by listening, as well as share creative ways to explore feelings of grief and loss through writing, prayer, etc. Please contact Holly, hollyh@pshift.com. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Tues., Thurs. & Sun., 6-7 p.m. in Barre. Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St., Barre, VT (parking in back of church/please use back entrance). Meetings are FREE and anonymous. For more info please call 802-8632655. RIGHTS FOR CAREGIVERS support group – If you are a part-time caregiver for elders for an agency in Chittenden County, we need you to help everyone obtain better wages and more respect for the work we do. Contact Zoe at 802-861-6000 or zoe1944@yahoo.com. AL-ANON Family group 12-step. Thursdays, 12:20-1:20 p.m. Call AWARE at 802-472-6463 for information and to register. Free of charge. 88 High Street, Hardwick. “WOMEN CHANGING” An educational support group on changing unhealthy patterns for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence. Tuesdays, 6-7:15 p.m. Ongoing. Join us any time! Childcare reimbursable. Ask about Survivors of Incest Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous. Call AWARE at 802472-6463 for information and to register. Free of charge. 88 High Street, Hardwick.

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CIRCLE OF PARENTS support group meeting in Rutland Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. Meeting is free and confidential. For more info. call Heather at 802-498-0608 or 1-800-children. Meetings weekly in Winooski. For more info. call Tana at 802-8934878 or 1-800-children. Meetings Tuesday evenings in Barre. For more info. call Cindy at 802-2295724 or 1-800-children. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier daytime support group meets first and third Thursday of the month at the Unitarian Church “ramp entrance” from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Montpelier evening support group meets the first Tuesday of each month at Vermont Protection and Advocacy, 141 Main St., Suite 7, in conference room #2 from 6-8 p.m. Colchester evening support group meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in the ground floor boardroom from 6-8 p.m. Middlebury support group on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center. Call our helpline at 1-877-856-1772. FORMING A NEW GROUP focused on recovery/management of addictions, compulsions and their resulting imbalances on our lives. Alternative or supplement to traditional 12-step programs. Are you having trouble moderating alcohol? Work? Sex? Television? Food? Drugs? Computer games? Requires a commitment to improving your health and the ability to maintain a nonjudgmental atmosphere. Let’s discover how our struggles relate and help each other work on strategies to find balance. Contact Michelle at 802-399-6575 or recoveryourbalance@gmail.com. LAKE CHAMPLAIN MEN’S RESOURCE CENTER MEN’S DROP-IN SUPPORT GROUP All men welcome, weekly group w/cofacilitators. Open discussion format. Varied topics including: relationships, work, parenting, personal growth, healing. Confidential, nonjudgmental. Open to all ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations. Joseph’s House, 113 Elmwood Ave. Every Thursday, 7-9 p.m. More info: call Chris 434-4830. CHITTENDEN COUNTY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP will meet every second Tues, 6-7:30 p.m. at Fanny Allen Hospital, lower level in the Board Room. ARE YOU HAVING PROBLEMS with debt? Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous plus Business Debtor’s Annonymous. Mondays, 7-8 p.m. First United Methodist Church, North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Contact Valerie at 825-4643. LYME DISEASE Are you interested in forming a group? Please call Susan at 899-2713. HIV SUPPORT GROUP This is a facilitated HIV/AIDS support group that aims to foster a greater sense of community, self-acceptance and personal growth. We are a group of survivors and, with all of our experience, will help you understand and enjoy what positive living has to offer. Friday @ 7 p.m. in the white building behind the Universal Unitarian Church. For more info call Alton @ 310-6094. SHOPLIFTERS SUPPORT GROUP Self-help support group now forming in the capital area for persons who would like to meet regularly for mutual support. This new group would meet biweekly at a time and place to be decided to discuss our issues, struggles and ways of staying out of trouble. We’ll likely use some of Terry Shulman’s work as a focus for some of our discussions. Please call Tina at 802-763-8800 or email at Tmarie267201968@ cs.com STARTING A WOMEN’S GROUP: Ages 45+, to meet weekly for lunch and other activities such as walking, book discussions, museum visits, matinees, etc. Email Katherine at MKR27609@aol.com.

MAN-TO-MAN CHAMPLAIN VALLEY PROSTATE CANCER: Support group meets 5 p.m., 2nd Tuesday of each month in the board room of Fanny Allen Hospital, Colchester. 1-800ACS-2345. MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE/DYSAUTONOMIA: Group forming for information sharing purposes. Please call 863-3153. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (SOS): Open to anyone who has lost a loved one, friend, relative, neighbor, co-worker to suicide. The group provides a safe place where survivors can share their experiences and support each other. The Burlington support group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 6-7:30 p.m. at the The Comfort Inn & Suites, 5 Dorset St., South Burlington, VT. This is not a therapy group; this is a support group. There is no fee. Please contact Linda Livendale, 802-479-9450, ljlivendale@yahoo.com. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter Meeting. Bethany Church, 115 Main Street, Montpelier. Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. For info call Linda at 476-8345. BEREAVED PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: Every first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Enosburg Falls, 10 Market Place, Main St. Parents, grandparents and adult siblings are welcomed. The hope is to begin a Compassionate Friends Chapter in the area. Info, please call Priscilla at 933-7749. EATING DISORDERS PARENTAL SUPPORT GROUP for parents of children with or at risk of anorexia or bulimia. Meetings 7-9 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at the Covenant Community Church, Rt. 15, Essex Center. We focus on being a resource and providing reference points for old and new ED parents. More information, call Peter at 802-899-2554. OCD SUPPORT GROUP/THERAPY GROUP: Come share your experience, get support from those who have been there, learn about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and how to reduce its symptoms. Therapist facilitated. Weekly meetings, 802-343-8114. AUTISM: Free support group for parents and caregivers of children with ASD. Montpelier, 2nd Sunday of the month, 3-5 p.m. at the Family Center. Call Jessica, 249-7961, for childcare inquires. More info, www.aaware.org. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE and Dementia support group. Held the last Tuesday of every month at Birchwood Terrace, Burlington. Info, contact Stefanie Catella, 863-6384. FAMILY AND FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP: If someone in your family or one of your friends is in an abusive relationship, this new support group is designed especially for you. Info, call Women Helping Battered Women, 658-1996. DEPERSONALIZATION AND DEREALIZATION: If you suffer from either of these trance states, please call Todd, 864-4285. DIABETES EDUCATION and Support Group of Chittenden County meets the third Thursday of every month at the Williston Federated Church, 6:30-8 p.m. We often have guest speakers. Info, 847-2278. WOMEN HELPING BATTERED WOMEN offers free, confidential educational support groups for women who have fled, are fleeing, or are still living in a world where intimate partner violence is present. WHBW offers a variety of groups to meet the diverse needs of women and children in this community. Info, 658-1996. VT PARENTS OF FOOD ALLERGY CHILDREN EMAIL SUPPORT TEAM: Info, contact MaryKay Hill, www. VTPFAC.com or call 802-373-0351.

MIXED GENDER COMING OUT SUPPORT GROUP: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Co-facilitated by supportive peers and mentalhealth professionals and open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning adults age 23 and up. Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?. TRANS SOCIAL AND SUPPORT GROUP: First Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Looking for peer support among other transgendered folks? Need a safe space to relax and be yourself? Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meeting, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. weigh-in, 7-8 p.m. meeting. Info, call Fred or Bennye, 6553317, or Patricia, 658-6904. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 8624516, or visit www.cvana.org. Held in Burlington. SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with sex or relationships? We can help. Sunday meetings, 7-8:30 p.m. Call Sandy, 863-5708. SMOKING CESSATION GROUP: Willing to kick the habit? This free, five-week program helps quitters to follow through. Community Health Center of Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-6309. DOES YOUR PARTNER/SPOUSE HAVE AD/HD (Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder)? Support group meets in Burlington to share experiences, challenges, laughs, resources. Want more information? Write addpartner@yahoo.com. WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE: A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 767-6092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds. DECLUTTERER’S SUPPORT GROUP: Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming? Maybe 2 or 3 of us can get together to help each simplify. 453-3612. PARENTS TOGETHER: Support group will be meeting in Rutland on Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. All groups are free and confidential. Please call 1-800-CHILDREN for more information. SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Battered Women’s Services and Shelter of Washington County. Please call 1-877-543-9498 for more info. AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS: Join our support group where the focus is on living, not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport and its healthgiving, life-affirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Linda at 802-434-4423 or email: dragonheartvermont@ gmavt.net or go to: www.dragonheartvermont.org. NAKED IN VERMONT: The premier Nudist/Skinnydipper organization in Vermont offering information library, message board, chat room, Yahoo group, and more. (ALL FREE.) Visit www.nakedinvermont.com. SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION New England: Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732. HARD-OF-HEARING support group: I’m starting a support group for adults who have a hearing loss that affects the quality of their work/ family/social life. Let’s share personal experiences and knowledge of hearing-aid technology. Marlene, 999-8005.

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Office and Finance Manager The Biomass Energy Resource Center (BERC), a mission-based nonprofit working nationally to promote the sustainable use of community-scale biomass energy, is seeking a full-time Office and Finance Manager to join its growing team working to advance sustainable solidfuel biomass initiatives. Responsibilities include developing budgets; managing billing, accounts receivable and accounts payable; federal and nonfederal grant reporting; assisting with audit preparation; supervising admin staff relating to office management systems and functions; managing work of contract accountant; and providing human resource services for a small staff, currently 13. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or other related field; 3 years experience in leading finance management for a nonprofit or small company; excellent competency with QuickBooks®; federal and private grant management and reporting experience; experience with employee benefits packages and general human resource issues (preferred). For a full job description, visit www.biomasscenter.org/about-berc/employment-opportunities.html BERC offers a generous benefits package and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants should mail, fax, or email a cover letter, resume and salary requirements by COB on May 29, 2009 to: Biomass Energy Resource Center, PO Box 1611, Montpelier, VT 05601-1611 Fax: 802-223-7772 Email: info@biomasscenter.org BERC is an equal opportunity employer.

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Join in supportive counseling, advocacy, and solution-focused treatment with youth and families. Be part of a Social Service team dedicated to supporting youth and families involved in the adjudication process. Must be a highly motivated team player and have experience working with team members, as well as with youth and families coping with a variety of challenges. TSYF places an emphasis, for both staff and clientele, on expanding self awareness and consciousness, working towards goals and increasing wellness. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field is required.

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Call Phyllis 802-343-0331.

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HOLISTIC: “Emphasizing the importance of the whole and the interdependence of its parts” FLEXIBILITY: “Susceptible of modification or adaptation”

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ARD, Inc. (www.ardinc.com), an International Consulting Services firm, has two professional openings at our corporate headquarters located in downtown Burlington. We are seeking quality candidates to consider for the following full-time positions within the Information and Knowledge Management (IKM) sector of our firm. For comprehensive position descriptions, please visit our website at www.ardinc.com/careers/us.php.

DATABASE PROGRAMMER

The responsibilities of the DB Programmer will include adapting and maintaining corporate standard international project management information systems, creating and maintaining professional technical documentation on these systems, and securing database integrity from all threats. This person will also provide short introductory training sessions to colleagues on these systems, advise proposal and project teams on strategies for meeting information and communications needs, and respond to project offices questions and requests for guidance and advice related to database programming.

This position requires an individual who is technically capable and experienced in developing and maintaining Web-based SQL database applications. BA in Computer Science, MIS or related field. 3+ years of technical support and/or training experience. Expert knowledge of Microsoft SQL database applications programming. Experience with Visual Basic, Java Script, and HTML programming. Job Code: Database Programmer.

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MIS) SPECIALIST

The MIS Specialist will provide technical expertise to proposal and management teams for international development projects funded by USAID. This person will support the application and continued expansion of IKM activities in the firm’s technical business sectors and support the improved integration of IT within active projects through field-support visits. The MIS Specialist documents the opportunities for new MIS-related activities within future business proposals authored by ARD, and will train local and international project staff to use information technology tools effectively. This position requires an individual who can document clearly in proposals the design and deployment of information technology solutions, and then guide their implementation. BS in IT or related field. 2+ years experience in developing or transitioning countries. Experience implementing IT solutions in developing countries. Experience designing and constructing databases to support development projects. Job Code: MIS Specialist. U.S. citizenship or a valid U.S. work permit is mandatory for both positions. Travel to developing and transitioning countries is required for both positions. To apply: Please email a letter of application with a current resume to homeofficejobs@ardinc.com. Please refer to the appropriate Job Code in the subject line. No phone calls will be accepted. ARD, Inc. is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations, in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. ARD, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Of fice Assistant Office Assistant (with the skill of an air traffic controller) needed to coordinate executive team in a fast-paced design studio. At JDK, energy and skill are the order of the day. Our Office Assistant is part of a team devoted to keeping our senior players on time and on track. Are you someone with laser focus and a sharp memory? Do you pride yourself on your keen attention to detail, strong typing and editing skills, and ability to shift gears on a moment’s notice? If so, this may be the job for you. Core duties include managing multiple schedules, prioritizing and workload triage, correspondence, and direct client contact. Must have excellent multitasking, communication, and customer-service skills. Word processing, database management, and demonstrated 1-2 years’ officesetting experience necessary. Send resume and cover letter to hr@jdk.com. EOE.

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iSeries Manager VSAC seeks an energetic person to manage all IBM iSeries (AS/400) system administration, operational functions, and staff. A key member of the IT leadership team, you will manage this critical infrastructure, which houses many of VSAC’s core business applications.You will also lead the technology operations staff, oversee maintenance and support for users, prepare budgets, and assist in developing strategic technology plans. Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience managing technology, staff, and technical issues with a proactive approach centered on supporting applications, infrastructure, and disaster recovery processes. Excellent communications skills and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline are also required. Equivalent experience may be considered. Experience with LPARs, WebSphere, and IFS preferred. VSAC offers a dynamic work environment and a competitive compensation.To learn more about these and other opportunities, visit our website at www.vsac.org. To be considered for any of our positions, please submit a resume & cover letter with Job Code: SEV287 by May 26, 2009 to Director of Human Resources via email jobs@vsac.org, fax 654-3765 or mail.

VERMONT STUDENT ASSISTANCE CORPORATION PO Box 2000, Winooski,VT 05404 Equal Opportunity Employer www.vsac.org • VSAC Job Info Line: 654-3760

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www.sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] PT Teacher wanted for small Quality Licensed Family Childcare Program Approx. 15 hours but willing to do more or less for the right person. You can make your own schedule! 1 year previous experience in a regulated program is a must! CDA or AS preferred but not required. Please e-mail resume and any questions on the position to:

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Permanent part-time bookkeeper wanted for a small bookkeeping business. 25-30 hours/week. Must be self-motivated, multitasker, work independently and communicate well with others. QuickBooks and/or 2 years bookkeeping experience with some accounting education.

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Corporate Systems Administrator EnginEEring ManagEr Responsible for the management of electronics and software development engineers working on the next generation of medical electronic devices.

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Consultant Position — MEChaniCal EnginEEr For design of electronic assembly packaging/enclosures. Skills: electromechanical assembly design, molded part design, thermoformed part design, drafting (assembly and detail part drawings) send cover letter and resume to hr@ascension-tech.com.

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Part-time Theatre Instructor The Fine and Performing Arts Department at Johnson State College seeks a part-time Theatre Instructor for the 2009-2010 academic year. The position will require teaching a variety of theatre classes from beginning to advanced and directing one theatre production. The qualified candidate for this position will need to possess a master’s degree in an appropriate academic discipline.

AgriMark/Cabot Creamery is seeking a Corporate Systems Administrator to join our Information Services team in Montpelier, VT. Responsibilities include functioning as an infrastructure and systems support resource for the Information Technology Systems staff. Responsibilities include network administration of the local and wide area network. Evaluate, install, configure, and maintain network software and hardware including both user and network systems applications. Optimize the support structure using managed services technology for a complex 500-node network over multiple offices. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience • Must have proven history of supporting users and workstations in a corporate environment. • Candidate should have proven experience with Managed Service products, preferably Kaseya. • Must show history of ability to support Microsoft technologies. Including; Microsoft Server 2003/2008 (64 Bit experience a definite plus), Microsoft Exchange 2007 Enterprise Server, Microsoft Terminal Server, Microsoft SQL server, Microsoft Office Products. • Proven experience with the support of Virtual Server products (Microsoft and VMware). • Ideal candidate must have experience in supporting WAN infrastructure including the support of routing, firewall and security technologies, preferably Cisco products. • Minimum 5-7 years of IT experience required, minimum of 3 years supporting advanced systems. • Demonstrated ability to drive user support in an organized and disciplined manner. • Excellent written and oral communications at all levels (with senior management, with technical and business-oriented project staff, with users and stakeholders). • Ability to foster buy-in and cooperation through persuasion, influence, and persistence. • Ability to work effectively independently, and as a member of a team. Able to negotiate with peers and superiors to ensure the work gets done. Ability to easily multitask. • Well organized and capable of tracking, managing, and resolving issues on multiple task simultaneously.

Maintenance Technician II If you have a wide range of building repair skills and construction experience, basic plumbing and electrical maintenance skills, and six years of relevant training and experience, we would like to talk with you. You should have a high school education or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. This position requires a motor vehicle review and a valid Vermont driver’s license, as well as a pre-employment physical, and a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of the above. Flexible work hours and days may be required. Complete job postings available on the JSC website: www.jsc.edu Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Send a completed JSC job application (available at www.jsc.edu), resume and cover letter to: jschumanresources@jsc.edu or mail to: Human Resources Office Johnson State College 337 College Hill Johnson, Vermont 05656-9898

Cabot offers a competitive starting salary and excellent beneﬁts package. Please send resume and cover letter to:

Johnson State College is an equal opportunity employer and a member of the Vermont State Colleges system.

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This individual will also work closely with senior administrators and management to test and make recommendations on proven technology advancements that have the potential of being implemented on the corporate network. This includes, but is not limited to, recommendations on the advancements of; Microsoft Exchange & Active Directory, mailbox archiving, Exchange message routing and transports, Microsoft Terminal Services, Citrix Remote Desktop support, Microsoft SQL support (server and workstation), Directory Services, Clustering, Outlook Client, Certiﬁcate Services, Performance Protocols and related Security, integration with the ﬁrm’s document management system, wireless devices, Outlook Web Access (OWA), attachment management, electronic faxing and other systems which integrate with Exchange and/or Outlook. Network Virus protection. This position also requires availability for after hours, weekend and on-call support.

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Ron Rup, Cabot Creamery 1 Home Farm Way, Montpelier, VT 05602 rrup@cabotcheese.com

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