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Green Mountain FilM Festival: See FRI.4, noon, 2, 4, 6 & 8 p.m. 'the Wizard oF oz' sinG-alonG: Onscreen lyrics to "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and other hits from adventures along the yellow brick road make for a memorable evening. Costumes are encouraged. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 4 p.m. $5. Info, 603-646-2422. Woodstock FilM series: Matej Minac's awardwinning documentary Nicky's Family tells the story of Sir Nicholas Winton, who rescued 669 children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia without telling a soul. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 3 p.m. $5-11. Info, 457-2355.
food & drink
caledonia Winter FarMers Market: Fresh baked goods, veggies, beef and maple syrup figure prominently in displays of "shop local" options. Welcome Center, St. Johnsbury, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 592-3088. Maple chocolate tastinG: From sap to syrup to sweet treats, local flavors abound in Lake Champlain Chocolates new maple caramel bar. Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café, Burlington, 2 & 3 p.m. Free. Info, 448-5507. Middlebury Winter FarMers Market: Crafts, cheeses, breads, veggies and more vie for spots in shoppers' totes. Mary Hogan Elementary School, Middlebury, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 989-7223. norWich Winter FarMers Market: Farmers and artisans offer produce, meats and maple syrup alongside homemade baked goods and handcrafted items. Tracy Hall, Norwich, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 384-7447. rutland Winter FarMers Market: More than 50 vendors sell local produce, cheese, homemade bread and other made-in-Vermont products at the bustling indoor venue. Vermont Farmers Food Center, Rutland, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 753-7269. suGar on snoW: Folks welcome spring with maple syrup treats, sap-boiling demos, live music and a petting zoo. Palmer's Sugarhouse, Shelburne, noon-4 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5054. suGarhouse brunch: Foodies share a potluck meal fueled by maple flavors, then hike into the woods where sap-boiling adventures await. Proper footwear and attire required. Wheelock Mountain Farm, Greensboro Bend, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free; bring a dish to share. Info, 533-2296 or 533-9929.
games
chaos in the valley: See FRI.4, 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
health & fitness
r.i.p.p.e.d.: See WED.2, 9-10 a.m.
kids
J. Lorand Matory
Lawrence Richardson Professor of Cultural Anthropology & Director of the Center for African and African American Research at Duke University
Monday, April 7 • 11:45AM – 1:15PM Silver Maple Ballroom, 4th Floor Davis Center, 590 Main St., Burlington
music
anaïs Mitchell: The Vermont-based singersongwriter lends her powerful pipes to a benefit show for the Haybarn Theatre. Kris Gruen opens. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, Plainfield, 7:30 p.m. $35-40. Info, 322-1685. douG perkins & JaMie MaseField duo: Diverse jazz and bluegrass tunes come alive with the pair's mandolin and acoustic guitar stylings. Brandon Music Café, 7:30 p.m. $15; $30 includes dinner package; preregister; BYOB. Info, 465-4071. Green Mountain youth syMphony: Two spring concerts showcase all three of the Montpelier-based orchestras in a repertoire ranging from Edward Scissorhands to three centuries of American female composers. Barre Opera House, 3:30 & 7 p.m. $5-18; free for kids under 18. Info, 476-8188. keMp harris: With rich vocals and stellar piano skills, the engaging performer travels from blues and jazz to American roots and African folk. Sanctuary, Waterbury Congregational Church, 6 p.m., Donations. Info, 244-6606.
Revolutionary Religion: Priests and Practices of Haitian Vodou
Marie Maude Evans is a Manbo Asogwe, the highest rank of priestess in the Haitian Vodou religion, and directs temples in Jacmel, Haiti and Boston, Massachusetts
The Gods Are All around Us: Yoruba Religion in Africa and Beyond
Talabi Adedoyin Faniyi, also Iya Oshun, is Chief Priestess of the Goddess Oshun’s Temple in Oshogbo, Nigeria
Monday, April 14 • 4:00-5:30PM Livak Ballroom, 4th Floor Davis Center, 590 Main St., Burlington
Marx, Freud and the Gods People Make in West Africa: the Lessons of the Real-Life ‘Fetish’ for European Theory J. Lorand Matory For more information, call Bess Malson-Huddle at the UVM President’s Office: (802) 656-0462, or visit uvm.edu/president/marsh/ 4t-uvmpresoffice040214-2.indd 1
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Middlebury colleGe coMMunity chorus & chaMplain philharMonic: Under the direction of Jeff Rehbach, the 75-member vocal ensemble is accompanied by the 40-piece orchestra in a celebration of poetry and song. Grace Congregational Church, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. $5-15. Info, 443-5258. Montpelier chaMber orchestra & onion river chorus: Guest conductor Richard Riley leads a collaborative performance featuring the music of Mozart and Brahms. St. Augustine's Catholic Church, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $10-15. Info, 595-0087. Mustard's retreat: Folk troubadours David Tamulevich and Michael Hough bring 40 years of friendship and hard-hitting harmonies to an acoustic show. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 11 a.m. $6. Info, 728-6464, 728-9878. red tail rinG: With haunting harmonies and instrumental artistry, Michael Beauchamp and Laurel Premo enliven traditional tunes and original compositions at the Ripton Community Coffeehouse series. Local performers open. See calendar spotlight. Ripton Community House, 7:30 p.m. $3-10. Info, 388-9782. social band: Amity Baker directs the Burlington choral group in "The World Will Ever Dance and Sing: Songs of Succession and Permanence." United Church of Hinesburg, 7:30 p.m. $15 suggested donation. Info, 355-4216. solaris vocal enseMble: "A Spiritual Journey" pairs choral classics from Brahms, Antonín Dvořák and David Dickau with stirring arrangements of African American spirituals. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 8 p.m. $15-20. Info, 863-5966.
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hopstop FaMily series: iMani Winds: 'around the World': A performance of singalongs and classical works by the acclaimed quintet entertains youngsters ages 3 and up. Alumni Hall, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 11 a.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422.
yoGa tots: YogaFit instructor Jessica Frost leads kiddos ages 3 through 6 in poses that focus their energy and relax their minds. Highgate Public Library, 9 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 868-3970.
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saturday yoGa With peGGy pineiro: Folks stretch their bodies and still their minds with poses, breathing exercises and a final relaxation. Personal mat required. Kolvoord Community Room, Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
'sWiMMy': PuppeTree brings the adventures of a determined fish to life in a stage adaptation of Leo Leonni's award-winning picture book Swimmy. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
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'liFe on the path' daylonG Meditation: Tibetan Buddhist nun Ven. Amy Miller leads a practice and discussion focused on cultivating inner peace and an altruistic, awakened mind. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $20 includes lunch; preregister. Info, 633-4136.
story explorers: Water: Liquid, solid or gas? A reading of Frank Asch's Water explores the magical properties of the substance. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30-11 a.m. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50. Info, 877-324-6386.
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Winter FarM Market: Farmers and artisans set up shop with diverse offerings. Tasting Room, Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 372-9463.
saturday story tiMe: Families gather for imaginative tales. Phoenix Books Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 448-3350.