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NatioNal theatre live: Familial ties are tested when a man takes over his father-in-law's company in a broadcast production of Alan Ayckbourn's A Small Family Business. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $16-24. Info, 748-2600. Palace 9 Cinemas, South Burlington, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. $18. Info, 863-5966. 'the Prima DoNNettes' auDitioNs: Girls Nite Out Productions hold tryouts for its October musical revue of hits from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s. See girlsniteoutvt.com for details. Very Merry Theatre, Burlington, 7-10 p.m. Free; preregister for a time slot. Info, info@girlsniteoutvt.com.
WomeN's CirCle: Those who identify as women gather for readings, discussion and activities. The Wellness Co-op, Burlington, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 302, rachel@pathwaysvermont. org.
dance
Ballroom & latiN DaNCiNg: Bolero: Samir Elabd leads choreographed steps for singles and couples. No partner or experience required. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, introductory lesson, 7-8 p.m.; dance, 8-10 p.m. $6-14. Info, 862-2269.
BreaD loaf orioN eNviroNmeNtal Writers CoNfereNCe: See WED.11.
QueeN City CoNtra DaNCe: Atlantic Crossing dole out live tunes while Peter Johnson calls the steps. Edmunds School Gymnasium, Burlington, beginners session, 7:45-8 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. $8; free for kids under 12. Info, 371-9492 or 343-7165.
Creative WritiNg WorkshoP: Beginner and advanced wordsmiths polish up their prose in a guided practice led by author Annie Downey and poet Muir Haman. Otter Creek Room, Bixby Memorial Library, Vergennes, 6-8 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 877-2211.
QueeN City taNgo PraCtiloNga: Dancers kick off the weekend with improvisation, camaraderie and laughter. No partner necessary, but clean, smooth-soled shoes required. North End Studio B, Burlington, beginner lesson, 7-7:45 p.m.; informal dancing, 7:30-10 p.m. $7. Info, 877-6648.
JuliaNa BirNBaum: The cultural anthropologist goes green in Sustainable Revolution: Permaculture in Ecovillages, Urban Farms and Communities Worldwide. See calendar spotlight. Phoenix Books Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 448-3350.
environment
words
miDDleBury CyClefest: reeD alBergotti: Sports Illustrated's Alexander Wolff discusses the professional cycling world with the coauthor of Wheelmen: Lance Armstrong, the Tour de France and the Greatest Sports Conspiracy Ever. Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, Middlebury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7951. oral storytelliNg WorkshoP: Wordsmiths join Burlington Writers Workshop members in a Moth-style exploration of telling tales live onstage. Studio 266, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 383-8104.
Blue-greeN algae moNitor traiNiNg: See WED.11, 9:30 a.m. CommuNity CoNversatioN: eNviroNmeNtal steWarDshiP: An excerpt from Gifford Pinchot’s essay "The Fight for Conservation" inspires an open discussion about mankind's relationship with natural resources. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-726-6499.
etc.
CouPoN QueeN DarBy mayville: Savvy savers swap and share circular clippings. Main Reading Room, Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.
veteraNs WritiNg ProJeCt: Editor and writer Joe Ryan helps veterans capture their military experiences on the page. Community College of Vermont, Winooski, 6-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 828-3024.
Dr. BeaumoNt's tour of terror: Ghost hunters take a macabre journey through the former stomping grounds of the 19th-century physician known for conducting gruesome experiments. Trinity Park, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7-8:15 p.m. $5-10. Info, 518-645-1577.
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QueeN City ghostWalk: DarkNess falls: Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throughout Burlington. Meet at the steps 10 minutes before start time. Burlington City Hall Park, 8 p.m. $15; preregister. Info, 863-5966.
liBBy DaviDsoN: See WED.11.
community
CCtv 30th aNNiversary Party: Folks fête three decades of Chittenden County's public access television station with food, fun and friends along the shores of Lake Champlain. St. John's Club, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 862-3966.
lyNDoNville DoWNtoWN street festival: Locals convene for music, food, shopping and fun. Depot Street, Lyndon, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 626-9696. st-amBroise moNtréal friNge festival: See WED.11, noon-midnight.
film
miDDleBury CyClefest: 'the armstroNg lie': Award-winning documentarian Alex Gibney examines the life of the multiple Tour de France winner on and off the bike. Marquis Theatre, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $5; free for Vermont Gran Fondo registrants. Info, 388-4841.
food & drink
BelloWs falls farmers market: Music enlivens a fresh-food marketplace with produce, meats, crafts and ever-changing weekly workshops. Waypoint Center, Bellows Falls, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 463-2018. Chelsea farmers market: A long-standing town green tradition supplies shoppers with eggs, cheese, vegetables and fine crafts. North Common, Chelsea, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 685-9987. five CorNers farmers market: From local meats to breads and wines, farmers share the bounty of the growing season. Lincoln Place, Essex Junction, 3:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 999-3249. harDWiCk farmers market: A burgeoning culinary community celebrates local ag with garden-fresh fare and handcrafted goods. Atkins Field, Hardwick, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 755-6349. lyNDoN farmers market: More than 20 vendors proffer a rotation of fresh veggies, meats, cheeses and more. Bandstand Park, Lyndonville, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 535-7528. riChmoND farmers market: An open-air emporium connects farmers and fresh-food browsers. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 999-7514. stoWe WiNe & fooD ClassiC: Oenophiles pair award-winning varietals with gourmet fare while mingling with chefs, winemakers and craft brewers at this culinary celebration. See stowewine.com for details. See calendar spotlight. Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, 6-9 p.m. $60-165. Info, 888-683-2427.
games
BriDge CluB: See WED.11, 10 a.m.
sakaDaWa CeleBratioN: Folks celebrate Buddha's life, death and parinirvana with practices, pujas and a shared vegetarian lunch. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 11:15 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 633-4136.
health & fitness
sPeCters aND solDiers WalkiNg tour: An exploration of Clinton County's oldest Roman Catholic burial ground and the ruins of Fort Brown elicits thrills and chills. Old Roman Catholic Cemetery, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9-10:15 p.m. $5-10. Info, 518-645-1577.
avoiD falls With imProveD staBility: A personal trainer demonstrates daily practices for seniors concerned about their balance. Pines Senior Living Community, South Burlington, 10-11 a.m. $5-6. Info, 658-7477.
aCro yoga: Athletic poses grant yogis the opportunity to explore a partner-based practice. Sangha Studio, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. $15. Info, 603-973-4163.
laughter yoga: Breathe, clap, chant and ... giggle! Participants decrease stress with this playful practice. Bring personal water. The Wellness Co-op, Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 999-7373. yoga CoNsult: Yogis looking to refine their practice get helpful tips. Fusion Studio Yoga & Body Therapy, Montpelier, 11 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 272-8923.
kids
aCorN CluB story time: Little ones up to age 6 gather for read-aloud tales. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 748-8291. DroP-iN story time: Picture books, finger plays and action rhymes captivate children of all ages. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. family movie: A robot named Number Five enters the human world in the 1986 hit Short Circuit. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-8:15 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. musiC With Derek: Movers and groovers up to age 8 shake their sillies out to toe-tapping tunes. Buttered Noodles, Williston, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 764-1810.
lgbtq
PeeP shoW: 'merCury': An evening of genderdefying cabaret celebrates Queen front man Freddie Mercury. Proceeds benefit the Vermont People With AIDS Coalition. The Monkey House, Winooski, 10 p.m. $10. Info, 655-4563.
montréal
les fraNCofolies De moNtréal: One thousand international artists take the stage in more than 250 shows for the largest music festival in the French-speaking world. See francofolies.com for details. Various Montréal locations, 5 p.m. Prices vary; most events are free. Info, 514-876-8989. moNDial De la Bière: See WED.11, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. st-amBroise moNtréal friNge festival: 'Bits': Comedian/singer-songwriter Patri Kearns melds humor, vulnerability and over-the-top scenarios in a portrayal of an 1870s schoolmaster. Espace 4001 Space, Montréal, 10:15 p.m. $10. Info, 514-849-3378. st-amBroise moNtréal friNge festival: 'DouBle haPPiNess: a tale of love, loss aND oNe forever family': From fertility woes and Chinese adoption to parental loss and beyond, Kelly Haramis takes audience members on her quest to become a mother. Scène Mini, Montréal, 9:30 p.m. $6-8. Info, 514-849-3378.
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An Afternoon with
Senator Elizabeth Warren
June 14, 2014
at the First Unitarian Universalist Society Meeting House
Friday June 20, 3:30 pm An unlikely political star tells the inspiring story of the two-decade journey that taught her how Washington really works—and really doesn’t.
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