Seven Days, August 8, 2018

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agriculture

COMMUNITY GATHERING: Green thumbs help the Vermont Community Garden Network grow their strategy for strengthening the community-based garden movement by giving voice to what matters most to them. White River Junction St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 5-6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 861-4769. VERMONT OPEN FARM WEEK: Folks come face-to-face with food producers in a weeklong fête featuring scavenger hunts, hayrides, tastings and fare for purchase. See diginvt.com for details. Various locations statewide. Prices vary. Info, 434-2000.

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AMERICAN VETERANS VERMONT POST 1: Those who have served or are currently serving the country, including members of the National Guard and reservists, are welcome to join AMVETS for monthly meetings. American Legion, Post 91, Colchester, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 796-3098. JOB HUNT HELP: See THU.9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.8. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.8. ‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.8. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.8.

food & drink

games

BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.8, 6:30 p.m. CRIBBAGE TEAMS: See WED.8.

PINOCHLE & RUMMY: See WED.8.

ADVANCED SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONG-FORM: Elements of qigong thread through the youngest version of the Chinese martial art. Winooski Senior Center, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 735-5467.

BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASSES: See WED.8.

music

Find club dates in the music section. CASPIAN MONDAY MUSIC: Gifted chamber musicians sweep audience members away with music from Mozart, Tchaikovsky and von Dohnányi. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7:30 p.m. $10-20; free for kids under 18; preregister. Info, 533-2000. VILLAGE HARMONY TEEN SESSION III: See FRI.10, Unitarian Church of Montpelier.

seminars

BASIC MAINTENANCE & DIY FLAT FIX: Riders get their gears turning during a lesson on bicycle anatomy, vocabulary, functions and fixes. Wear closed-toe shoes. Old Spokes Home Community Workshop, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@oldspokeshome.com.

agriculture

GARDEN TOURS: Horticultural enthusiasts examine beautiful blooms at the Billings Farm & Museum and the Marsh-BillingsRockefeller National Historical Park. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 1 p.m. $16-21; preregister. Info, 457-3368, ext. 222.

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community crafts

COMMUNITY CRAFT NIGHT: Makers stitch, spin, knit and crochet their way through projects while enjoying each other’s company. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.

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dance

SWING DANCING: Quick-footed participants experiment with different forms, including the Lindy hop, Charleston and balboa. Beginners are welcome. Champlain Club, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 448-2930.

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LA LECHE LEAGUE MEETING: Nursing mothers share breastfeeding tips and resources. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 720-272-8841.

READING THROUGH THE BIBLE: Participants gather near the fireplace to peruse the Scriptures. Panera Bread, South Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 893-6266.

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FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: See FRI.10.

sports

BURLINGTON WRITERS WORKSHOP OPEN MIC NIGHT: Wordsmiths take the stage to read, recite or sing for no more than five minutes. Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 383-8104.

For more info, visit uvmvtc.org, call 802-656-0013 or email uvmvtc@uvm.edu

VERMONT OPEN FARM WEEK: See MON.13.

DANCE, PAINT, WRITE!: Creative people end their day with an energetic meditation, music, movement, intuitive painting, free writing and de-stressing. Expressive Arts Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $15; preregister. Info, 343-8172.

words

VACCINE TESTING CENTER

HOUSE & FORMAL GARDENS TOUR: See THU.9.

NAVIGATING THE ROADWAYS OF SENIOR CARE: Two professionals from Armistead Senior Care demystify the ins-andsouts of planning for long-term care. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2518.

WARRIORS SOAR GOLF CLASSIC: Players tee up and take a swing to support wounded veterans. West Bolton Country Club, Jericho, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $100. Info, 316-1962.

Participate in a research study to help develop a Zika Vaccine. We are looking for healthy adults aged 18-50. 6 month-long research study involving screening, a dosing visit, and 13 follow-up outpatient visits. Volunteers are eligible for compensation up to $1490.

SAT 11 11AM

STORY TIME WITH CITY MARKET

Featuring The Very Berry Counting Book. Free.

Discover how Make-A-Wish gave Wish Kid Jamie Heath hope and helped her heal. Free.

SAT 18 1-3PM

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WINTER IN AUGUST: A preseason street party with local eats and live entertainment recognizes area ski resorts’ contributions to the regional economy. Merchants Row, Rutland, 5-8 p.m. $10-15. Info, 773-2747.

TUE.14

With author and illustrator Kate Schatz and Miriam Stahl, plus special guests Muslim Girls Making Change and Rep. Selene Colburn.

MON 13 JAMIE HEATH: 6PM WISHES ARE MEDICINE

TIME-TRAVEL TUESDAYS: Families experience a blast from the past with 19th-century chores and games in the restored 1890 farm house. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission, $4-16; free for members and kids under 3. Info, 457-2355.

fairs & festivals

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BACKROADS & BYWAYS OF VERMONT

A meet-and-greet and book signing with Pat Goudey O’Brien and Lisa Halvorsen. Free.

Phoenix Books Burlington events are ticketed unless otherwise indicated. Your $3 ticket comes with a coupon for $5 off the featured book. Proceeds go to Vermont Foodbank.

READING WITHOUT WALLS BINGO A summer reading program for grades 4-8. Read books and win prizes! All locations throughout August. 191 Bank Street, Downtown Burlington • 802.448.3350 2 Carmichael Street, Essex • 802.872.7111 www.phoenixbooks.biz

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ADVANCED TAI CHI CLASS: See FRI.10.

LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE: Bring a bag lunch to practice the system of communication using visual gestures. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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MAGIC: THE GATHERING — MONDAY NIGHT MODERN: Tarmogoyf-slinging madness ensues when competitors battle for prizes in a weekly game. Brap’s Magic, Burlington, 6:30-10 p.m. $8. Info, 540-0498.

VETERANS YOGA: FOR THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED: Seasoned practitioners and neophytes alike engage in postures of strength and physicality. Participants may bring a friend or other support person. Sangha Studio, North, Burlington, 10:3011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.

‘TALK OF THE PORCH’: A ‘NEW YORKER’ FICTION DISCUSSION GROUP: Local writers Stark Biddle and Julia Shipley direct a dialogue on a new or classic short story. Craftsbury Public Library, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 586-9683.

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BTV POLY COCKTAILS: Those who are polyamorous, in an open relationship or just curious connect over drinks. Drink, Burlington, 7 p.m.-midnight. Free; for ages 21 and up. Info, 253-310-8315.

SEATED TAI CHI: Movements are modified for those with arthritis and other chronic conditions. Winooski Senior Center, 11 a.m.noon. Free. Info, 735-5467.

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