calendar See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU’: Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger star as a strong-willed student and the rebel set on winning her heart. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 533-9075.
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MOVIE: Snacks are provided at a showing of a popular flick. Call for details. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. ‘PHILADELPHIA’: Vermont Pride Theater shows Jonathan Demme’s 1993 Academy Awardwinning drama about a gay lawyer with HIV and his fight for justice. Chandler Center for the Arts, Randolph, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 728-6464. ‘PRINCESS MONONOKE’: A young warrior finds himself in the middle of a battle between forest gods and a mining colony in this 1997 Japanese animated adventure. Shown Sunday and Wednesday with English dubbing and Monday with English subtitles. Palace 9 Cinemas, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $12.50. Info, 660-9300. ‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: Moviegoers get up close and personal with some of the dinosaur age’s most fearsome marine reptiles. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, noon, 2 & 4 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.
COMMUNITY SUPPER: A scrumptious spread connects friends and neighbors. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 300. COOK THE BOOK: Foodies bring a dish from Yotam Ottolenghi’s Plenty More: Vibrant Vegetable Cooking From London’s Ottolenghi to a palate-pleasing potluck. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. FIVE CORNERS FARMERS MARKET: Conscious consumers shop local produce, premade treats and crafts. 3 Main St., Essex Junction, 4-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 5cornersfarmersmarket@ gmail.com. ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Sweets lovers spoon up frozen dairy treats alongside food-truck fare. Lawn, Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café, Burlington, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 800-465-5909. LEDDY PARK BEACH BITES: Lakeside picnickers enjoy foodtruck fare, a beer garden, kids’ activities and live entertainment. Attendees on two wheels make use of free bike valet service. Leddy Park, Burlington, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 864-0123. VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: Local products — veggies, breads, pastries, cheeses, wines, syrups, jewelry, crafts and beauty supplies — draw shoppers to a diversified bazaar. Depot Park, Rutland, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 342-4727.
games
BRIDGE CLUB: Players have fun with the popular card game. Burlington Bridge Club, Williston, 9:15 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. $6. Info, 872-5722. CRIBBAGE TEAMS: Longtime players and neophytes alike aim for a value of 15 or 31 in this competitive card game. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.
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‘THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS’: Frodo’s quest toward Mordor continues with the help of his friend Sam and the shifty Gollum in the second installment of director Peter Jackson’s trilogy. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.
BEERLINGTON FOAMERS MARKET: Shoppers snag veggies from Three Chimney Farm’s pop-up farm stand and sip Foam Brewers suds. Foam Brewers, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 391-9047.
PINOCHLE & RUMMY: Card sharks engage in friendly competition. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.
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‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: Shot on location in South Africa, New Zealand, Mexico and California, this film seeks the truth behind the mythic and stigmatized underwater creature. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.
food & drink
LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: ¡Hola! Language lovers perfect their fluency. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.
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‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: How and why did the pterosaur take to the sky? A captivating motion picture full of 3D filming technology and CGI explores this question. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.
‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: Viewers plunge into fantastic places and meet amazing creatures with water as their guide. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.
MAH JONGG: Participants of all levels enjoy friendly bouts of this tile-based game. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1-3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
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STOWE JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL: ‘ITZHAK’: A 2017 documentary provides a warm and personal portrayal of world-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman. Jewish Community of Greater Stowe, 7 p.m. $10-15. Info, 253-1800.
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health & fitness
BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASSES: Folks of all ages ward off osteoporosis in an exercise and prevention class. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 7:30-8:30, 9:15-10:15 & 10:4011:40 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322. FIVE STEPS TO COPE WITH LYME DISEASE: Yoga therapist Ragan Sheridan Royer shares simple techniques for reducing stress, cultivating peace and restoring hope for those living with the tick-borne illness. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7:15 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, info@hungermountain.coop. QIGONG: Gentle movements promote strength, balance and wellbeing. Waterbury Public Library, 11-11:45 a.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 244-7036. RESILIENCE FLOW: FOR THOSE WITH A HISTORY OF TBI OR BRAIN INJURY: Individuals affected by a traumatic brain injury practice breath work, slow grounded movement and guided meditation. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262. TOMGIRL WALKING CLUB: Pups and pals in tow, pedestrians make strides toward health. Tomgirl Juice Co., Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0337. Y12SR: YOGA OF 12-STEP RECOVERY: Folks in addiction recovery and those affected by the addictive behavior of others are welcome to take part in a sharing circle and themed yoga class. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
language
ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE OF THE LAKE CHAMPLAIN REGION SOCIAL HOUR: Francophones fine-tune their French-language conversation skills over cocktails. Juniper, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, info@aflcr.org. BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES: Learners take communication to the next level. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.
JUST FOR LAUGHS FESTIVAL: The biggest names in comedy descend upon Montréal with gut-busting material. See hahaha.com for details. Various Montréal locations. Prices vary. Info, 514-845-2322.
music
Find club dates in the music section. BLACKWATER TRIO: Hailing from Clarksdale, Miss., the threesome thrills audience members with Americana, folk, roots and rock numbers. Martha Pellerin & Andy Shapiro Memorial Bandstand, Middlesex, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, thumbsgerkin@ comcast.net. BURLINGTON CITY ARTS SUMMER CONCERTS: HANA ZARA: Friends and coworkers convene for a lunchtime indiefolk set. Burlington City Hall Park, noon. Free. Info, 865-7166. CAPITAL CITY BAND: The community ensemble hits all the right notes at a weekly gig on the green. Vermont Statehouse lawn, Montpelier, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 456-7054. CLASSICAL MUSICAL ENCOUNTERS: Henry and Nathan Wu share their love of the genre by playing piano, violin and cello selections by Bach, Beethoven and others. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. CRAFTSBURY CHAMBER PLAYERS: Classical connoisseurs perk up their ears for compositions by Brahms, Hindemith and others. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, preconcert talk, 6:45 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. $10-25; free for kids 12 and under. Info, 800-639-3443. GINKGOA: Nicolle Rochelle and Antoine Chatenet combine electronica and vintage jazz with a highly danceable result. Rain location: Spaulding Auditorium. Dartmouth Green, Hanover, N.H., 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422. JUNK MUSIC & SOUND EXPERIMENTS: Listening exercises, rhythm games and sound improvisations help participants develop their ears. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581. MAYFLY: Katie Trautz and Julia Wayne deliver original songs alongside old-time New England and Appalachian music as part of the Young Tradition Vermont Trad Camp Lunchtime Concert Series. High School Campus, Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Shelburne, 12:15-12:45 p.m. Free. Info, 233-5293. THE STRAGGLERS: A lively mix of bluegrass, Americana, vintage country and classic rock entertains onlookers. Mills Riverside Park, Jericho, 6-8 p.m. Donations. Info, 899-2693.
TRAD CAMP SHOWCASE: Core instructors and campers are among the performers at this Young Tradition Vermont exhibition of song and dance. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. VILLAGE HARMONY TEEN SESSION II: A dozen teen singers regale listeners with a program of international choral music. Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $5-15. Info, 426-3210.
outdoors
FINDING BIRDS BY EAR #1: Fans of feathered fliers meet 45 different species that live in and around the park. Little River State Park, Waterbury, 7 p.m. $24; free for kids 3 and under; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
politics
PRIMARY ELECTION CANDIDATE FORUMS: Republican gubernatorial candidates Phil Scott and Keith Stern vie for votes during public discussions hosted by Channel 17/Town Meeting Television. CCTV Channel 17 Studios, Burlington, 5:25 p.m. Free. Info, 552-3495.
sports
COMMUNITY ROWING: Active bodies experience a physical workout while enjoying the beauty of Lake Champlain. Perkins Pier, Burlington, 5:157:30 p.m. $10; $175 for season membership; free for first-timers; preregister; limited space. Info, 475-2022, ext. 112. MARK RABIN MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT: Four-person teams tee off in a scramblestyle tournament. Harmony Golf Club & Community, Port Kent N.Y., shotgun starts, 8 a.m. & 1 p.m.; lunch, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $19.99-49.99; preregister. Info, 518-564-4169.
talks
ALAN BOYE: In “A Stroll Through Time — the People and Places of the Bayley-Hazen Road,” the Northern Vermont University Lyndon professor discusses the road that travels almost the entire length of the Northeast Kingdom. Ryegate Corner Presbyterian Church, 7 p.m. Free. Info, newburyhistorical@gmail.com. MARK GREENBERG: “Solidarity Forever: Songs of Unions and Labor” surveys American labor songs from the Industrial Revolution through the coal wars of the 1930s. South Hero Community Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-6209.
tech
TECH HELP WITH CLIF: Electronics novices develop skill sets applicable to smartphones, tablets and other gadgets. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, noon & 1 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-6955.
theater
‘ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA’: Academy Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s tale of love
and power in the ancient world stars Peter M. Gair and Alice Morrison. Outdoor amphitheater. St. Johnsbury Academy, 7 p.m. $5-10. Info, jwarner-ashley@ stjacademy.org. ‘CHAPATTI’: Two animal lovers rediscover the importance of human companionship in a poignant and humorous Irish play by Christian O’Reilly. McCarthy Arts Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 8 p.m. $3645. Info, 654-2281. DEPOT DAY: Light refreshments, guided backstage tours, and meet and greets with the cast of The 39 Steps reward donors, partners and community members for 40 years of support. Depot Theatre, Westport, N.Y., 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 518-962-4449. ‘FUN HOME’: Cartoonist Alison Bechdel’s graphic novel is the basis of this award-winning musical about viewing one’s parents through grown-up eyes. Weston Playhouse Second Stage at Walker Farm, 2 & 7:30 p.m. $47. Info, 824-5288. ‘GYPSY’: Broadway veterans Peter Boynton and Nick Corley codirect the musical adaptation of the story of vaudeville star Gypsy Rose Lee. Skinner Barn Theater, Waitsfield, 8-10:30 p.m. $25. Info, 496-4422. ‘HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL’: Stowe Theatre Guild stages the darkly comic story of a brainy and beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into a ruthless clique. See calendar spotlight. Stowe Town Hall Theatre, 7:30-10 p.m. $18-20. Info, tickets@ stowetheatre.com. ‘A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’: The Vermont Suitcase Company raises the curtain on its Green Mountain Statethemed version of Shakespeare’s comedy about lovers, actors and meddling fairies. Lost Nation Theater, Montpelier City Hall, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $10-15. Info, 229-0492. ‘ROALD DAHL’S JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH’: Northern Stage Summer Musical Theater Intensive students ages 10 through 18 act out the whimsical story of an orphaned boy who escapes miserable circumstances and becomes a hero. Barrette Center for the Arts, White River Junction, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $19-25. Info, 296-7000. ‘WEST SIDE STORY’: A modern, musical retelling of Romeo and Juliet sees two young lovers caught between rival New York City street gangs in a Weston Playhouse presentation. Weston Playhouse Main Stage, 2 & 7:30 p.m. $54-68. Info, 824-5288.
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AUTHORS AT THE ALDRICH: Lit lovers lend their ears for a talk by master craftsman Dan Snow, who penned the 2008 title Listening to Stone: Hardy Structures, Perilous Follies and Other Tangles With Nature. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.