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talks
EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT FOR EVERYONE: Journalist Benjamin Dangl reports to listeners with “The Resurgence of the Right in Latin America.” Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2-3 p.m. $5. Info, 846-5132.
tech
TECH TUTOR: Techies answer questions about computers and devices during one-on-one help sessions. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 4-6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-4918.
theater
‘4.48 PSYCHOSIS’: See THU.19. ‘THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB’: See THU.19. ‘HAIR: THE TRIBAL ROCK MUSICAL’: See THU.19. ‘NOISES OFF’: See WED.18. ‘OUTGOING TIDE’: In a staged reading of Bruce Graham’s touching play, a family of three faces illness, death and personal choice. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, theoffcenter@gmail.com.
The Manic Comic Makes One Last Stand . . . FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!
attracting Vermont wildlife. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, info@hungermountain. coop.
Gibson, Emma Hintz, Molly Kaye and others showcase the fruits of their classwork. University of Vermont Recital Hall, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free. Info, csbyrne@uvm. edu.
GARDEN TALK SESSION: ALL ABOUT TOMATOES: Cultivators brush up on topics ranging from pruning to trellising to disease prevention. Red Wagon Plants, Hinesburg, noon-1:30 p.m. $15. Info, 482-4060.
education
cannabis
MYSTIC CBD YOGA: A yoga, massage and meditation experience is enhanced with cannabidiol. Mystic Waters Day Spa, St. Albans, 4-5:30 p.m. $20; preregister. Info, 524-5300.
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE DAY: Group sessions are geared toward prospective students with an interest in NVU-Johnson’s Wellness & Alternative Medicine Bachelor of Science program. McClelland Hall, Johnson State College, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 635-1320.
Magazine SECOND-—Yankee CITY: The famed comedy troupe tackles touchy subjects with gut-busting humor in Look Both Ways Before Talking. Strand Center for the Arts, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. $25-40. Info, 518-563-1604, ext. 105.
community
SPRING OPEN HOUSE: Academic information sessions, campus tours and a student panel tempt potential pupils. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 518-564-2040.
‘TIGERS BE STILL’: See WED.18.
words
conferences
environment
FRIDAY MORNING WORKSHOP: Wordsmiths offer constructive criticism on works in progress by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104. PLATTSBURGH BIG READ: See WED.18.
activism
CHAMPLAIN VALLEY AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL MONTHLY MEETING: Activists gather with the goal of advancing human rights. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 238-7634.
ERIN O’HARA: TheTurtle Hill Native Plants representative offers tips and techniques for
CAN/AM CON: Hobbyists display miniature replicas of everything from aircraft and ships to armor and science fiction figures. Holiday Inn, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $1; free for kids under 12; additional cost for contest entries. Info, 518-561-4265. SHARING IN THE GROOVE: A SYMPOSIUM ON JAM MUSIC & CULTURE: Coming from across disciplines, members of the jam community converge for a day dedicated to the culture and spirit of the genre. Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 1 p.m. $10-15. Info, kevin@statesirrealprojects.com.
dance
COMMUNITY EARTH DAY CELEBRATION: Eco-minded folks reduce their carbon footprint with a book swap, electronics recycling, vendor demos and more. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@hungermountain. coop. EARTH DAY CELEBRATION: Ecoconscious community members honor the planet with two days of activities with a special focus on birds. See calendar spotlight. Vermont Institute of Natural Science Nature Center, Quechee, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission, $13.50-15.50; free for members and kids 3 and under. Info, 359-5000.
THE ART OF POLE: Performers from pole dance studio Bohemienne Fitness put on a dazzling display of strength, flexibility and sensuality. deMena’s, Montpelier, 8-9 p.m. $10. Info, delightfuldiscord@ gmail.com.
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CONTRA DANCE: A traditional social dance comes complete with calls by Adina Gordon and music by Cloud Ten. Capital City Grange, Berlin, instruction session, 7:35 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. $5-15. Info, 249-7454.
BREAKFAST & LIVE AUCTION: A morning meal gives way to a lively bidding war. Bethany Church, Montpelier, breakfast, 8-9:30 a.m.; auction, 9:30 a.m.noon. Cost of food and drink. Info, 223-2424.
JESSICA LANG DANCE: Interviews with veterans and therapists inform Thousand Yard Stare, a conceptual homage to the aftershocks of war. See calendar spotlight. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15-46. Info, 863-5966.
GENUINE JAMAICAN DINNER & DANCE NIGHT: Authentic island cuisine satisfies revelers who move and shake to reggae music spun by a DJ. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, dinner, 5-7
SPRING ADVANCED UNRAVELING IMPROVISATION UNSHOWING: Dancers Anna
ADOPTION EVENT: Adoptable fur babies show off at a shindig with Little Woof Small Dog Rescue. Tractor Supply Company, Shelburne, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, littlewoofvt@gmail.com.
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POEMCITY: WRITING POEMS OF HISTORY, WITNESS & CONSCIENCE: George Longenecker leads a workshop on writing about historical and political events without sounding preachy or prosy. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 2-5 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 223-3338.
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POEMCITY: BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE ... A READING WITH GEZA TATRALLYAY & INA ANDERSON: Themes of beauty and destruction thread through poetic works. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.
with special guest Comedian Artie Fletcher
“Best music hall in New England.” comedy
THETA ALPHA KAPPA INDUCTION CEREMONY: The national honors society for religious studies and theology recognizes its newest entrants. St. Edmund’s Hall, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 654-2000.
‘SWEENEY TODD’: See THU.19.
“THE LAST SMASH TOUR”
PI SIGMA ALPHA INDUCTION CEREMONY: Fresh faces join the national political science honor society. Pomerleau Alumni Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 654-2000.
QUEEN CITY MEMORY CAFÉ: People with memory loss accompany their caregivers for coffee, conversation and entertainment. Thayer House, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 656-4220.
‘SILENT SKY’: See THU.19.
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