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HUMBLE PIE The music was fantastic at Positive Pie 2 in Montpelier the evening of Friday, August 4, but well-intentioned bad taste on the part of event organizers hinged on hypocrisy, turning the evening into a celebration of below-the-belt pity-pimping and misplaced racial guilt.

“East Meets West Africa” was a fundraiser “to benefit the children and elderly of Africa,” but event organizers simply went too far when they paraded children of African origin before the audience time and time again as a means of generating sympathy for their cause. These public showings of “real live Africans,” were reminiscent of 18th-century sideshow exhibitions that might have advertised “real live wild bushmen.”

This miserable exploitation of minors included the display of a young girl in a wheelchair and the prominent positioning of a wideeyed boy no older than 4, all at well after 10 p.m. The organizers of this event should be ashamed of themselves; their very zeal has blinded them to the dehumanizing nature of their methods. Cloaked in the ugly aegis of self-righteousness, they have, as have so many before, proven that the road to hell is indeed paved with good intentions.

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YOU TUBE GOES GERIATRIC I never, ever, EVER thought it would happen but it has... A new era is dawning and a window has finally been cracked in the claustrophobic and stifling environment that has been the Webcam You Tube Universe up until now - the fresh air feels wonderful!

The event of which I speak is that there is a new You Tube King Pin in town and he is not who you might expect. The New HOT STAR of You Tube is a well-spoken, elderly gentlemen from England named Peter!

How is this possible, you ask? You Tube has been a teenage wasteland from its inception and suddenly, out of the blue, their champion is 78 years old?

After skimming the thousands of comments, it seems many of the kids relate to Peter like a “grandpa” and encourage him to keep making videos. While there are the occasional, “go home old man” comments, on the whole, the overwhelming response has been positive.

And this warm bath of You Tube love is much appreciated by Peter. His most recent video has dear, sweet Peter tearfully thanking the You Tube community. As he puts it, “My email In Box has over 4000 messages of people subscribing and commenting.”

Peter lives alone and his wife is dead. It is possible that, like many old people, he has felt socially isolated and lonely (this is pure conjecture on my part). In this sense old people and teens are not so different. They may be at opposite ends of the spectrum, but aren’t most teens stewing in their own juices feeling misunderstood and unappreciated?

This is You Tube at its best. Forget the naked teens in their bedrooms complaining about how no one will ever understand them. Forget the dull as dirt dirty whores droning on and on in monotones about nothing. Forget the wannabe actresses impersonating the ghetto fabulous and forget the Aussie hussies who like to dance for dirty old men.

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Israel rally [“Area Jews Rally Around Israel, July 26] claiming that Israel’s destruction of Lebanon is “what the Arabs understand best.” Excuse me, but who is the aggressor in this conflict? Who has been ethnically cleansing the Palestinians for the last 50 years, forcing over 1,300,000 Palestinians to live in refugee camps, banned from their homeland? Who has imperialistically expanded, by stealing land from Egypt, Syria, Jordan, designated Palestinian territory and Lebanon? And, now, who has launched an indiscriminant attack on an entire population?

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About the “heterogeneous study” Mr. Barsotti referred to, conducted by the San Francisco Department of Health: It involved only 17 people. None of them was spoken to or seen by a doctor from the survey. The survey was given over the phone by office workers.

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ramine, showering in Burlington, using spring water for drinking, cooking, and bathing, or wholehouse filtration systems (at great expense). Their symptoms disappear and then reappear upon re-exposing themselves to CWD water again.

In the SFC Bay area, there are over 300 people with symptoms documented this way. Symptoms there are the same as symptoms here. Same goes in Maui, Hawaii, and Ft. Worth, Texas — that we know of so far.

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GOOD WATER I am writing to provide information to consumers within the Champlain Water District service area concerning the use of chloramination for disinfection of drinking water [“Complaints Surface About New Water Disinfection Method,” August 2]. Chloramination is a well-recognized treatment technique for disinfection of drinking water, and has been used in the U.S. for about 90 years; Denver, Colorado has used chloramination continuously since 1917. Both free chlorine and chloramines are effective disinfectants.

Chloramination is becoming increasingly popular for a number of reasons. On the public health side, regulation of disinfection by-products or DBPs is becoming much more stringent. DBPs are formed when free chlorine reacts with naturally occurring organic material (NOM) in water. DBPs are potentially carcinogenic over long-term exposure, and there is concern that miscarriage and birth defects may be possible due to DBP exposure.

For these reasons, EPA has developed specific regulations curbing DBPs in drinking water to

limit human exposure. Chloramination allows water suppliers to meet these new goals, since the chlorine used in this process is not able to react with NOM and therefore the formation of DBPs is minimized. There are also other benefits of chloramination over free chlorine, such as reduced off-tastes in water and the ability of chloramines to minimize regrowth of bacteria in pipes.

As recommended in CWD’s 20year master plan, and following extensive pilot scale research that began in 2004, CWD switched in April 2006 from free chlorine to chloramination for secondary disinfection to comply with federal and state regulations. Free chlorine is still used in the treatment plant for primary disinfection, while chloramination is used for the water in the distribution system. Chloramination is a well-established, accepted practice of drinking water disinfection, practiced by about 30 percent of large systems in the U.S., serving 40 million people. In the four months since the switch, levels of DBPs have decreased in CWD drinking water to EPA goal levels.

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BURLINGTON — Burlington’s African-born refugees got a crash course in U.S. law and order at a recent City Hall summit. But they’re not the only immigrants here challenged by their new country’s rules and regs. Last week, the Burlington City Council voted not to renew the liquor license at the Springflower Market, formerly Longe Brothers, because the Azerbaijani-born owners have a history of selling alcohol to minors. The latest infraction — which the couple vigorously disputes — was the last straw for the Vermont Department of Liquor Control; Springflower had come off a twomonth suspension in February for repeatedly furnishing wine and beer to underage customers.

The report that precipitated the suspension dryly documents multiple illegal transactions observed by inspectors on five different days last year. But it also paints a painful picture, in gripping prose, of a hardworking man beset by serious linguistic and cultural challenges. Screening IDs, for one. State liquor personnel spent hours teaching Mansur “Max” Aliyev the proper procedures. “Notwithstanding that reeducation and while the DLC investigator was on the premises observing, Aliyev continued to sell alcoholic beverages to minors,” the report reads. “This indicated to the Department that Aliyev simply did not understand what it was that he supposedly learned from the investigator in the ‘re-education process.’”

Communication malfunction or willful negligence? That’s what members of the Burlington City Council — acting as the Local Control Commission — had to determine last week, knowing sanctions would probably put the South End corner store out of business. Liquor control is a “bifurcated system” that involves state and city regulatory bodies, explains Assistant City Attorney Nicky Fuller. Cities can suspend, but not revoke, liquor licenses, and typically make decisions about whether they should be continued. “But once we renew, the final approval is the state’s,” Fuller says. “In reality, it would look a little ridiculous to grant a license the state is completely opposed to.”

The city’s action last week made the state’s next move — another license suspension hearing — unnecessary. As a result, details of the alleged May 2006 violation will never be made public. Aliyev’s wife, Emma, came to the council meeting last Monday to protest the DLC’s latest finding. But councilors cut her off mid-testimony because they only had time for a “brief, brief statement.” While she sat before them, visibly emotional, they voted unanimously not to renew Springflower’s liquor license.

The only thing tougher than fighting City Hall? Fighting it with limited English and no attorney or translator.

“We encouraged her to bring someone. She indicated she understood,” Fuller explains, not-

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ing the city had tried, and failed, to locate an interpreter independently. At the time, Fuller and her colleagues were still under the impression the Aliyevs were from

owners, he explains, “We may make it a condition of licensing that they have somebody on the premises who can communicate and translate to the owner as

The only thing tougher than fighting City Hall?

Fighting it with limited English and no attorney or translator. the Balkans — in fact, they’re Russian-speaking Azerbaijanis.

They got that misinformation from a local youth-rights website that praised “this wonderful Bosnian couple” at Springflower Market for making alcohol accessible to kids.

“The committee was doing everything it could to assist this family — probably more than they would if they weren’t immigrants,” Fuller explains. “But there’s a limit to how much we can do. We can excuse you for some time, but you have to know the law. The reality is it is a public safety hazard to have underage persons consuming alcohol.

You gotta get this, or we can’t give you a license.”

Technically, you’ve got to be able to read, write and speak English to sell alcohol — in Vermont, anyway. But the state has some discretion in the way it interprets that regulation, according to Bill Goggins, who heads the DLC’s division of education, licensing and enforcement.

In the case of Asian restaurants with linguistically challenged

well. If we found that that person — a manager — had a day off or was out sick, we’re not going to pounce and revoke a license.”

Goggins acknowledges that as Vermont gets increasingly diverse, the state will need to explore ways “to meet in the middle. We’ll have to work with them so they can . . . fulfill their dream of owning a business,” he says. “But we have to insure that the rules and regulations are going to be abided by in terms of public safety.”

Although the DLC report questions whether the Aliyevs, with their limited grasp of English, should have ever been granted a liquor license in the first place, language, ultimately, was not the reason Springflower was cut off.

“Could we communicate with him? Yes. Could he communicate with us? Yes,” Goggins says. And yet the violations continued.

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compact 61-year-old launched into an animated description of the DLC’s most recent and decisive sting. “The investigator come inside — very fast. Customer back out because scaring. He say, ‘You sold minor beer.’ I ask him, ‘Who buy?’ He say, ‘You sold it.’ Second time I ask him, ‘Who buy?’ ‘It doesn’t matter. You sold it.’”

With increasing agitation, Aliyev dug up a copy of the notice the DLC served him, referencing an illegal six-pack of Miller Lite. Then he pulled out a thick stack of receipts from his beer distributor. Running his finger down the page of orders, he showed — by process of elimination — that he doesn’t carry that brand. “He told me, ‘You sold it Miller Lite.’ I no have six-packs Miller in this store. Never I sold it.”

Aliyev admits to all the infractions that led to last year’s suspension. But since his training, he’s been vigilant, he said. “Even 28 years old, I check,” he insisted,

throwing a book on the counter that shows pictures of driver licenses from every state. If he’s not sure about an ID, Aliyev says he sends people to another store.

Although he couldn’t find exactly the right word to describe it, Aliyev seemed to be suggesting that the DLC targeted him because of his past transgressions. “He maybe one thousand times check it, and see nothing. Long time spended, he wanted something,” he suggested. “He lied me and taked my sign.”

What’s left? An extensive supply of wine and warm beer — and a $1200 electric bill for July.

There’s not much in the way of inventory in the old wedge-shaped store, with its sparsely stocked shelves and worn wooden floors.

Neither the caviar nor the herring advertised on the blackboard behind the counter is in stock.

“It’s a missed opportunity when you take into account the neigh-

borhood it’s in,” says lawyer T.J. Donovan, who grew up on Bayview Street and now lives right next door to the Springflower on St. Paul. As a kid, he worked at Longe Brothers. “That store was a neighborhood institution — a meeting place where people used to come in to get the paper, sit and talk.

It’s too bad that we’re losing that.”

Although he never officially represented the Aliyevs, Donovan wrote a letter on their behalf last October, asking the DLC to consider shortening the length of their suspension. He says he never disputed the state’s allegations, but “I was asking for leniency because I know they are honest, hardworking people. They’re there from 8 in the morning to midnight, every day.”

The Aliyevs’ schedules could be changing soon. Last week the couple put Springflower up for sale.

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Please join Ned Lamont, Sen. Patrick Leahy, Rep. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Peter Welch, and Scudder Parker at a reception for Democracy for America — the grassroots organization founded by Gov. Howard Dean and currently chaired by Jim Dean that is revolutionizing politics and taking our country back!

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BURLINGTON — Arthur Goyette knows the value of good neighbors. His wife Betty died three years ago, but while she was battling cancer, his neighbors brought countless meals to their Caroline Street home. When the neighbors learned that Betty had always wanted to ride in a convertible, they found a dealership willing to loan them a car, and surprised the Goyettes with a Chrysler Sebring. When the couple drove down the street with the top down, people lined the block waving and taking pictures.

Remembering this time, the 71-year-old Goyette marvels that he barely knew some of the people who helped him. He might

Now any resident of Chittenden County can visit www.frontporch forum.com and sign up for their neighborhood’s version.

Wood-Lewis says people use the email service to exchange information about everything from lost cats and recent breakins to yard sales and reliable plumbers. “It’s kind of like MySpace for adults,” he suggests.

Wood-Lewis started FPF after he and his wife Valerie moved to Burlington from Washington, D.C., and had a hard time making friends. They tried to attend neighborhood gatherings, but always seemed to hear about them too late. “After one event,” Wood-Lewis recalls, “a neighbor

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There’s also an email from City Councilor Joan Shannon, explaining why she voted to take away Springflower Market’s liquor license. “That one’s a juicy one,” Wood-Lewis remarks, “so I’ll probably move it right to the top.”

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“At the very least, this is going to be a really good community service,” he says of FPF’s expansion. “At the very best, it’s going to be one that generates revenue and is a sustainable business. And if it’s crazy good, maybe it’ll catch on and spread beyond Vermont.”

Wood-Lewis concedes that an Dinner and lunch at Nicco’s Cucina just took on a email newsletter won’t solve all of whole new dimension. Now in addition to authentic a neighborhood’s problems. A few Italian dishes, we’re serving something even more weeks ago, for example, police arrested one of his neighbors, a enticing: drinks from our new full-service bar. So Vietnam vet with post-traumatic raise your glass and toast — to old friends, good food, stress disorder accused of threatand the enjoyment that comes with bringing the two ening behavior and violating probation. Wood-Lewis says no one together. posted about that to the newsletter. It didn’t seem an appropriate topic.

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SMOKIN’ TURF When Burlington High School’s new $4.3 million playing field is finally unveiled later this fall, it won’t require mowing or watering or use of pesticides, fertilizers or herbicides. The artificial FieldTurf to be installed is a lot tougher than the natural grass it’s replacing, and a lot easier on athletes’ bodies, according to its manufacturer.

An information kit released by the Montréal-based FieldTurf Tarkett says the “monofilament fiber” that simulates individual blades of grass is durable yet “remains silky and lush, just like nature intended.” Instead of dirt, infill consists of washed silica sand mixed with recycled rubber tires that have been frozen and shattered.

The FieldTurf “system” comes in 20 colors — handy for blazing the home team’s logo on the centerline. Does anyone opt for wild hues on the field itself? “Boise State has a blue field,” says marketing manager Darren Gill. “Everyone else goes with the green.” Including BHS. RUTH HOROWITZ

never have known them at all if it weren’t for an email newsletter called the Front Porch Forum, which serves the South End neighborhood known as the Five Sisters.

Goyette’s neighbors used the newsletter to organize support for the family. “If the web wasn’t there,” he says, “it never would have happened.”

Goyette is not the only South End resident who credits the 6year-old Front Porch Forum with bolstering community. The FPF website lists testimonials from dozens of users who say they like the way this free online service helps them connect with others in the immediate area; of the 350 households in Five Sisters, 286 subscribe.

Encouraged by this response, FPF creator Michael Wood-Lewis has expanded the communities he covers. For the past month, he’s been testing FPF in three other Burlington neighborhoods, and this week he’s opened it further.

told me, ‘You’ll find out about these things after you’ve lived here 10 years and you’re on the grapevine.’ That lit a fire under me.”

Wood-Lewis set up the Front Porch Forum website, then photocopied a flyer inviting his neighbors to visit it and sign up for the newsletter. Only people who lived in his neighborhood were allowed to subscribe.

His system is different from online communities such as MySpace and Craigslist, and from other email services such as Yahoo Groups, Wood-Lewis insists.

“They’re being all things to all people,” he suggests. “This is tailored to do only this.”

The most important difference is that no one is anonymous. All FPF members are required to register using their full name and address; each message they submit to the group includes that information. “It has a way of civilizing people’s Internet postings,” Wood-Lewis explains.

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t’s a precious four-letter word and, as many of us have realized in recent times, nothing crushes the human spirit more quickly than its absence. But last week, after six of the darkest years in American history, hope raised its little head in the form of a Connecticut Democrat named Ned Lamont.

In a U.S. Senate primary race watched closely by the entire nation, Lamont the unknown upset the Bush-friendly, Iraq War-supporting veteran Sen. Joe Lieberman. And the rest, still to be played out, will be history. Our history.

In fact, Lamont will be at Burlington’s Union Station this Friday, August 18, at 6 p.m. for a $50-a-head fundraiser sponsored

by Democracy for America. DFA, based in South Burlington, began in 2003 as Dean for America; Howard Dean’s little brother Jim Dean runs it today.

DFA supported Lamont early on, and raised money for him through its highly regarded Internet operation. The newest face on America’s political stage is coming to Vermont, we’re told, to personally express his appreciation. And Ned Lamont brings with him that one little commodity that’s been in such short supply on America’s political landscape: hope. Hope that the days are numbered for the extremists who hijacked the U.S. government and put this country on a dark and dangerous path.

Most Americans had never heard of Ned Lamont before last week. But everyone knows what hope is — and what not having it feels like.

So, Ned, welcome to Vermont!

The Biggest Danger — It is truly frightening, but yours truly has learned that facing it is a whole lot better than denying it.

“It” is global warming.

Acclaimed environmental writer Bill McKibben, currently of Addison County, wrote The End of Nature way back in 1989.

He was among the very first to see the climate changes resulting from the warming of Earth’s atmosphere. McKibben won worldwide recognition and has had no shortage of speech invitations. But Ol’ Bill, who described himself as “someone who’s been trying to stare at this for 20 years,” is at his wits’ end these days. The softspoken environmental champion is mad as hell and he simply won’t take it anymore.

“So many people I know feel frustrated and impotent about doing anything about global warming beyond changing their light bulbs,” said Bill. “I think people are really ready to make a little bit of noise about it.”

The “noise,” said McKibben, will be a five-day — and night — protest march over Labor Day weekend. Marchers will leave from Ripton at noon on August 31, walking to Vergennes, then Charlotte, then Shelburne Farms, and finally to Burlington for a Labor Day global-warming rally at City Hall Park.

“We’re finally reaching a point where people are aware,” said McKibben, “but the problem is, the political system in Washington is so broken!”

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Strange Behavior - Fresh from the National Governors Association meeting, Vermont Gov. Jim Douglas hastily added a last-minute event to his schedule. He even dragged in his running mate, Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie, to stand beside him. The topic: the environment.

Douglas and Dubie proudly declared their support for the so-called “25X’25” initiative. It advocates having 25 percent of America’s electrical energy come from renewable sources by 2025.

What was strange about the surprise announcement by GOP Jim was that the Democrat-controlled Vermont Legislature backed the 25X’25 initiative months ago, and nobody could recall Gov. Douglas having much to say at the time. Could it be that Gov. Scissorhands realizes he’s got problems on the environmental front?

Could it be that the governor who has chosen to position himself in the history books as Vermont’s leading opponent of commercial wind energy has suddenly realized that the overwhelming majority of his subjects want wind energy and don’t find windmills unsightly?

Paul Burns, top dog at VPIRG, told us, “The public is growing tired of politicians who say one thing and do another. In the case of green energy, Gov. Douglas talks the talk, but he does not walk the walk.”

Burns accused Douglas of being “more of a follower than a leader when it comes to clean energy.” And he noted Gov. Jim has now chosen for himself the role of “obstructionist” to Vermont’s “most abundant clean energy source,” i.e. the wind!

Mr. Burns, however, is not running for governor. Scudder Parker is. But unlike Douglas, this is the Scudster’s first statewide race, and the rookie is finding it difficult to get his message out effectively.

Surprisingly, Parker has held few press conferences. Shy, are we?

The Democratic challenger told “Inside Track” that when it comes to Vermont’s energy future, “It’s very clear that Gov. Douglas has no grasp of the size or immediacy of the challenges faced.” Referring to the Guv’s recent 25X’25 endorsement, Scudder said, “The people of Vermont need me because the Douglas administration’s only energy strategy is to make it look like he’s doing something.”

A couple months ago, nobody thought this race would get close. You don’t think the incumbent knows something, do you? ’Cause Gov. Scissorhands — the man protecting Vermont from wind energy — sure looked and acted worried the other day on his energy flank. Something was in the wind.

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The Tarrant ad tries to tie Sanders’ votes to cut the bloated intelligence budget in the 1990s to promoting Osama bin Laden, 9/11 and the terrorism threat we will be under forever. The not-sothinly-veiled message is that voting for Bernie will help Muslim suicide bombers.

With the Bush administration’s credibility nonexistent and an overwhelming majority of Americans convinced the country is going in the wrong direction, it appears “fear itself ” is the only political weapon left in the Bush arsenal. Tarrant’s, too.

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Where’s Martha? — U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kurt Dechen of Springfield, Vermont, was shot dead in Iraq on August 3, his 24th birthday. He’s the 24th soldier with Vermont ties to die in the Bush administration’s Iraq fiasco. He was buried on Friday.

A sad day it was, and many, many Vermonters turned out to pay their final respects. Gov. Jim Douglas and Lt. Gov. Dubie were there. So was Sen. Leahy, Congressman Sanders and Democrat U.S. House candidate Peter Welch.

Republican U.S. House candidate Martha Rainville, former adjutant general of the Vermont National Guard, was conspicuous by her absence. Where was Marvelous Martha?

We didn’t think it was a particularly tough question when we posed it to Rainville for Congress spokesman Brendan McKenna Monday morning. But Mr. McKenna simply would not say where Martha had been Friday.

Just in case they might change their minds before our deadline, we gave Camp Rainville until Tuesday morning to spill the beans.

Shortly before noon on Tuesday, the following arrived from Rainville Headquarters: “Vermonters know how deeply Martha Rainville cares about the families of fallen soldiers. Out of respect for the family and their loss, she will not speak publicly about the loss of Lance Corporal Kurt Dechen.”

Strange answer, eh? Martha may not want anyone to know what she was doing Friday, but according to reliable sources, Rainville is sure doing something this week — shooting her first TV ads!

Can’t wait, can you?

Lite-Gov Dustup — Comments in this space last week by Democratic State Sen. Matt Dunne of Windsor County certainly caught the eye of Democratic State Rep. John Patrick Tracy of Burlington.

That’s because the two Statehouse veterans are opponents in what for each is a first-time run for a statewide office!

Democrats will decide on September 12 which one will be on the November ballot. Which one will face the uphill challenge of beating Brian Dubie, the twoterm Republican incumbent, with Progressive Marvin Malek, a Barre physician, hurting him among leftists.

Dunne, you see, had dared break from the official party line on the Catamount Health Care legislation. It’s the bill House Health Care Committee Chairman Tracy played a leadership role on. If you should ever forget, he’ll remind you.

The “party line” has been to praise the bill — so watered down in its final version that even GOP Gov. Jim Douglas supported it — as “landmark reform legislation” and a case of Vermont, once again, leading the whole damn nation!

Sen. Dunne, however, dared tell “Inside Track,” “No one should be putting up a banner that says, ‘Mission Accomplished.’”

Young Matt also had a few other things to say that we didn’t have room for last week. Among them were comments that sounded like Dunne the Democrat was doing some serious cozying-up to the reform-minded Progressive physician to his left, the one who’s had it with political BS on healthcare reform.

“I don’t think anyone believes,” said Dunne, that the Catamount Bill “is a solution to the healthcare crisis we have, and I share many of Dr. Malek’s concerns that it’s not financially sustainable.”

Depending on who you’re talking to, the new legislation will provide health insurance coverage to between 20 and 30 thousand uninsured Vermonters a year from now. That spells change, but for a very small segment of the population. It leaves working Vermonters with sky-high deductibles on their employer-provided health insurance policies. And it leaves many wondering if they’ll live long enough to see real reform in their lifetimes, i.e., the extinction of the private health-insurance-for-profit system that chokes America and insures it retains the most expensive and wasteful health-care system on Earth regardless of outcomes.

Asked if he considered Catamount to be the “landmark” health-care legislation its supporters say it is, Sen. Dunne candidly told “Inside Track,” “We passed a Band-Aid.” Ouch!

Within hours of last week’s Seven Days hitting the street, yours truly got a call from a Tracy campaign staffer. The candidate, we were told, took exception to the comment of his Democratic rival.

We took the opportunity to pass along Dunne’s additional comments, especially the “Band-Aid” line. Tracy called back this week.

“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve done,” John-John told “Inside Track,” “and I think to call it a Band-Aid is an insult!”

The Lite-Gov candidate’s

juices, as they say, were flowing.

“This is the first step in a long process to provide health care to all Vermonters,” said Tracy. “We have taken the lead that the federal government is unwilling and incapable of doing. To call it a ‘Band-Aid’ is a bunch of baloney!”

And, noted Tracy, the real question is “who’s going to provide the leadership to keep us going on significant health-care reform, and that’s me!”

But Dunne had a comeback. “I do not believe,” he said, “Vermonters want a lieutenant governor who’s a single-issue candidate or a single-issue lieutenant governor.”

Ouch!

So we asked Tracy if Young Dunne has his facts straight on health-care reform?

“Well, I think if he were to study the bill, perhaps he might,” replied John-John. “You know, he wasn’t involved.”

Ouch!

Tracy suggested Dunne check in with State Sens. Jim Leddy and Ed Flanagan in order to get “a better understanding of what the bill actually does.”

So far, folks have not been paying much attention to the Tracy vs. Dunne Democratic primary.

But issue-wise, what is there besides health-care reform? If Democratic Primary voters think the Catamount Bill was significant health-care reform, they’ll vote for Tracy. If they think it was just a Band-Aid, they’ll give Dunne the nod.

Whoever wins the Democratic primary will not only have to deal with Doobie-Doo, the shining exF-16 flying incumbent, in November, but Marv the Prog Doc, too.

Chairman Tracy noted he’s familiar with Dr. Malek from his testimony before his committee.

Malek advocates a single-payer, government-run system like that the rest of the civilized democratic world enjoys.

Tracy, however, said he is “not willing to start the conversation over again.” He wants to get Catamount up and running first, see how it works, and proceed from there. No big rush. It doesn’t start covering people until next fall.

Dunne has a very different take on the Progressive candidate.

“There is room for a good conversation [with Dr. Malek] about health-care reform. His expertise,” said Young Dunne, “will bring that to the forefront. My hope is that when we get past the primary, Dr. Malek will be working with me, not against me.”

Dream on.

You know, Brian Dubie has got to be having a great summer, eh?

Correction — Apologies to Ted Kenney of Williston for misspelling his name in last week’s item on the Chittenden County State’s Attorney’s race. Left out the second “e.”

It’s an open seat. Mr. Kenney is one of three Democrats facing off in the September 12 primary. Turns out the Ted “Kenny” we mentioned, and linked to, is a real estate agent in Middletown, New Jersey. m

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Fetal urination is normal. It’s part of that “miracle of life” folderol the nature programs exalt just before they hit you with something you’d rather not know.

Naturally, fetal urine isn’t quite the same as yours or mine. It does contain urea, but much of the nitrogenous waste enters maternal circulation for mama to clean up. Fetal urine isn’t yellow, either.

Fetuses and newborns lack enzymes to convert bile pigments to urobilin, which colors the output of older children and adults.

Urine production begins late in the first trimester, about the same time the 2-inch embryo becomes a fetus. In the second half of pregnancy, fetal urine is an important constituent of amniotic fluid. By the time the kid is about ready to pop out, he or she is passing roughly a liter a day.

Where does it go? Seems kids learn the benefits of recycling early on — they swallow it. They’d better, too, lest polyhydramnios (a potentially dangerous buildup of fluid volume) result. When fetal urination is impaired, the opposite complication, oligohydramnios, usually occurs.

Fetal defecation isn’t normal, but fetuses do accumulate a mass of greenish feces, called meconium, in their intestines. Unlike the adult version, meconium is sterile and odorless, though still pretty icky, and the sight of it in the newborn nursery starkly reminds a new parent — not infrequently dad, since mom at this point is often out of it — that his life has entered a dramatic new phase. (Nurses invariably offer to clean things up. Let ’em.) I know what you’re thinking: There’s nothing much to nosh on in there, so where’s this stuff coming from? Various endogenous and swallowed sources: mucus, bile, shed intestinal epithelial cells, lanugo (fine body hairs that are normally shed before birth), and vernix caseosa (a lubricating sebaceous secretion of the skin).

Fetuses usually don’t pass meconium until after birth, but doing so in the womb isn’t rare. Around 12 percent of fetuses have meconium-stained amniotic fluid (MSAF), colored yellow or green by bile pigments in the meconium — an indication that junior couldn’t wait. The more prolonged the pregnancy, the greater the risk. In postterm births (those occurring after 42 weeks), the rate of meconium staining is about a quarter to a half.

Why is this a concern? Fetuses take amniotic

fluid into their lungs, and in a minority of MSAF cases, passed meconium enters the airway before birth and afterward leads to respiratory symptoms collectively called meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS). MAS can be fatal, although the rate of deaths is falling in developed countries — in part due to better treatments, but mostly because labor is now more likely to be induced if pregnancy drags on.

What else are they doing in there for nine months without cable? Let’s put it this way: Fetuses manage to entertain themselves. For instance, in 1996 two doctors reported on their ultrasonic observation of a female fetus masturbating over a period of 20 minutes. Twenty minutes? Change the channel already, you pervs.

Cecil, It seems whenever somebody wants to create a map that looks antique, they’ll put “Here be dragons” on it somewhere, possibly with a picture of said creature. But I’ve seen photos of real historical maps, and they’ve never included that phrase. My question to you, master, is this: Have I not seen the right maps, or is this the cartographic equivalent of “The butler did it”?

Daniel W., via email Now, Daniel. As this column has previously established, in at least a couple detective stories the butler did do it. Likewise, online sources of seeming reliability state that there’s one, though possibly only one, representation of the Earth from the era of exploration on which one may find the phrase “here be dragons” — to be precise, the Latin equivalent, HC SVNT DRACONES. The words are said to be inscribed on the Lenox Globe (circa 1503-’07), an engraved copper sphere owned by the New York Public Library and on display in the Edna Barnes Salomon Room.

However, we could find no useful photos, and you know what lying weasels online folk sometimes are. So we decided to check for ourselves. Our NYCbased operatives couldn’t get off work in Jersey, but we reached Rebecca Federman, NYPL social-sciences bibliographer, who says (a) the globe is small (12.7 centimeters) and dark and you can’t tell much from looking at it in the display case, but (b) photographs of the globe taken for research show the above words appear on the coast of Southeast Asia. Thanks, Rebecca. You want me to spell you for an hour at the reference desk, say the word.

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series of TV ads. In commercials for Select Comfort mattresses, the actress shares painful memories of tossing and turning at night, “trying to find a comfortable position.”

She implies the ordeal impacted her wellbeing and cast a dark shadow over her life and career for years until — you guessed it — Select

Designing Woman Delta Burke felt better after the Wyeth drug company came into her life, though. Of course, that might have had something to do with the plus-size paychecks. and lucrative role: medical advisor.

Perhaps you’ve caught Oscar-winning actress Sally Field performing spokesperson duties on behalf of Roche Laboratories’ osteoporosis medication Boniva. The 59-year-old former Flying Nun has found herself grounded since early 2005, when she was diagnosed with the condition that causes bones to become increasingly fragile. She plays dual roles for the pharmaceutical behemoth. The first is that of an empathetic, up-front TV pitchwoman. Her commercials are fairly standard stuff: Field talks about her battle with the ailment and the benefits of the drug.

The actress’ second role is a tad shadier. The company has her travel around the country as part of a promotional campaign disguised as a sort of grassroots women’s health movement.

It’s called “Rally with Sally for Bone Health.” Journalist Gary Schwitzer of the University of Minnesota’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication has expressed concern that on some stops, organizers failed to make clear that the information distributed isn’t unbiased medical literature but Roche PR. The company also neglected to disclose that it was paying Field for making the rounds on its behalf.

Schwitzer has been a dogged critic of the campaign’s tactics, and has published extensively on the subject.

But who cares when you’ve got Sally “You like me, you really like me!” Field traveling coast to coast and sharing personal stories such as this one: “My doctor said if I had not been diagnosed, I could have easily fractured my spine just by picking up a bag of heavy groceries!” Marketing scheme? This should be a one-woman show. I’d buy tickets in a heartbeat.

Lindsay Wagner’s latest gig would have to be considered a snoozier affair in pretty much every respect. The former Bionic Woman is starring in a new

Comfort changed everything. Everything but, you know, her career.

If television ads are any indication, the debilitating illness that seems to strike wealthy, world-famous types most frequently is, ironically, depression. Designing Woman Delta Burke felt better about things after the Wyeth pharmaceutical company came into her life, though. Of course, that might have had something to do with the plus-size paychecks.

What’s Greg Louganis been up to since his days as an Olympic diver?

Would you believe traveling around to give testimonials for Glaxo SmithKline antidepressants? Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw joined Paxil’s team. The star who has really made an industry out of mental illness, however, is Lorraine Bracco.

The “Sopranos” star and Pfizer shill has not only appeared in a high-profile print and television campaign; she’s also penned a best-selling book on beating the blues, based on her own experience. Shrinks are going to find themselves on the endangered species list if this keeps up. Americans aren’t likely to continue paying for the privilege of talking to therapists when they can get advice from such glamorous experts for free on television.

Olympic skating champion Bonnie Blair can be seen on the tube championing proper treatment for uterine incontinence. Cal Ripken, Jr., is pitching for blood-pressure-lowering Prinivil these days. Former NFL star Joe Theismann is on the take-care-of-yourprostate circuit and, like Louganis, on the payroll of Glaxo SmithKline. Then there’s beloved, crotchety old Wilford Brimley, who has pretty much disap-

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peared from the big screen but become a permanent fixture on the small one, pushing home-delivered diabetes testing products from Liberty Medical Supply. Movies such as The Natural, The Thing and Cocoon made me such a fan, I have half a mind to sign up for the service even though I’m not diabetic. He’s just so damn likable.

And that’s the trouble with this whole new celebrity-as-medicalspokesperson development, according to some media watchers. Consumers take it for granted that well-meaning celebs endorsing medical treatments or tests is a good thing, but a serious downside is reported in a recent study by researchers at Dartmouth Medical School and the VA Outcomes Group — the first study to investigate how celebrity endorsements of this kind affect the public.

Rosie O’Donnell’s efforts to encourage women to get mammograms, Rudolph Giuliani’s endorsement of the PSA test and Katie Couric’s promotion of colonoscopy are examples of an increasingly common phenomenon, the authors write. These celebrity endorsements often include highly emotional pleas, and are often delivered in the context of stories about a celebrity’s own diagnosis or that of a loved one.

“These one-sided, highly persuasive messages run counter to U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations encouraging thoughtful, balanced discussions about both the benefits and harms of screening,” writes co-author Dr. Robin Larson.

“Emotional messages from highly engaging personalities may jeopardize a

patient’s ability to make an informed decision that best reflects how they personally value the tradeoffs involved.”

The study’s conclusion? “There is little question that celebrities can have a powerful impact on the public and that their influence can be put to good use.

However, when it comes to public health endorsements, we feel that celebrities should be judicious in using their powers of persuasion. When it comes to communicating about complex decisions . . . the goal should not be to persuade but to inform. Thus, we see no obvious role for celebrity endorsement . . .”

This, it goes without saying, is the last thing the entertainment industry and mainstream media want to hear. So don’t be surprised if you don’t learn anything about the study from them. There’s just too much money to be made here, and too many people more than happy to make it. If word were to get out, just think of the endorsement spectacles you’d never get the chance to enjoy: Howie Mandel on behalf of Bosley surgical hair restoration. Nap-happy night owl Lindsay Lohan for Maximum Strength NoDoz. Keith Richards for Paco Rabanne’s line of men’s moisturizing lotions and skin-care products. Maybe even publicity-shy author J.D. Salinger for the social-anxiety-disorder drug Effexor XR. It could happen.

Mel Gibson doesn’t need the dough, but he may well be looking for a comeback vehicle in the future. Gibson is so full of it in every conceivable way, he’d be a natural as the new face of Ex-Lax, don’t you think? If there’s anyone in Hollywood who ought to stick to a script, it’s this guy. m

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n the summertime, Jessie Eastman’s job is a shore thing. From mid-June through Labor Day, the Burlington resident spends Sunday through Friday, 10 to 6, gazing out on Lake Champlain and grazing on French fries from the snack bar at Burlington’s North Beach. Eastman, 23, wears a suit to work — a bright red two-piece. “I really appreciate my job,” she says.

“Other people have to stare at Jessie Eastman a computer or their cubicle Head Lifeguard, North Beach wall or the back of somebody’s Burlington head. I get this.”

Eastman, originally from Springfield, Vermont, landed in the lifeguard’s chair in the summer of ’03 after transferring from Syracuse to UVM. Since she’s been surveying the shallow waters of North Beach, she’s never seen a drowning. On a recent rainy Thursday, she climbed down from her tower to spend a little time in the lifeguard “hut,” which also contains the snack bar and restrooms, and to share stories from North Beach life.

SEVEN DAYS: How much lifeguarding experience did you have before North Beach?

JESSIE EASTMAN: This was my first lifeguarding job. I had to get certified by taking a lifeguarding and CPR class at St. Mike’s, which was every day, all day, for a week, classroom and swimming. It was tiring. We had to tread water for 10 minutes and swim 500 yards every day, but that was OK because I’m a swimmer; I swam in high school during the summer.

SD: How much time do you spend in the lifeguard tower?

JE: The rotations depend on how many people are swimming. Today there’s five of us just sitting around, but on a beautiful day we have five people, three in the chairs and two people [in the hut]; one person has to be here for emergencies, to call 911.

People aren’t allowed to have flotation devices here, so the other person might have to talk to them. But it’s usually half an hour in each chair. The third chair is the best, because there’s always a party going on, with friends of ours down there. Chair 1 is where the little kids and the families are.

SD: What’s the busiest day you’ve had?

JE: The third of July is always the busiest. Thousands of people here.

But there’s thousands of people here every single weekend. It’s crazy, the parking lot is full, people everywhere.

There are some straight-up parties, drinking all day. Every other summer there’s been incidents with fighting, and they’re just asked to leave.

They’re usually just drunken men, and I don’t deal with that.

SD: What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen among beachgoers?

JE: On duty, the worst thing that happened was when a lady spilled a whole pot of boiling water all over herself. Another time someone had had something removed from their inner thigh, so a tube was collecting all the blood, but the blood started gushing everywhere. One of the lifeguards had his thumb stuck in the leg to stop the bleeding.

SD: Yikes. What about off duty?

JE: Oh, OK, there was this guy last May, and he had done something where the police came down here to get him, like six cops, and he ran into the water and was standing about waist-deep and screaming obscenities at them, mooning them, the whole nine. So they start Mace-ing him from the shore, and that wasn’t working, and the Coast Guard pulls up, and eventually the cops shoot him with those bean-bag things, three times in

the back. He went down. Later that day, I saw him walking down Pearl Street, still barefoot, no shirt, still drunk, with big welts on his back.

Three hours later he was standing in front of Radio Bean, still no shirt, still no shoes, still welts on his back.

SD: Wow, that is crazy. Speaking of mooning, have you ever had to bust up nudity or toplessness?

JE: Yeah. It’s a bit awkward. They’re generally Canadians.

SD: How is your job different from “Baywatch?”

JE: Being an ocean lifeguard is much more stressful. There are a lot more drownings from the undertow. It’s a lot more competitive.

And we’ve never really had to run down the beach to save anyone.

Most of the things that happen here are when it’s windy and the waves are huge and little kids will get knocked down by the waves and get really scared. Usually before we even have time to get out of the chair, someone has picked them up already. A huge part of our job is just preventing things from happening. Primarily we’re here to make people feel safe.

SD: How many rescues do you do each summer?

JE: It’s hard to call them rescues, but maybe five.

SD: Does that make your job boring?

JE: Some days are boring. But if the water’s packed, you watch everyone and recognize who’s a good swimmer and who’s not. The first couple of years I was really nervous, but then you get the hang of it.

SD: What do you daydream about when you’re up there and no one’s in the water?

JE: Oh, I don’t know, I’m contem-

plating life, thinking about how beautiful it is out.

SD: How hot does it get up there?

JE: If I was stranded in a desert right now, I could make it out alive. I’m used to the heat. I drink a gallon of water a day.

SD: What about the water quality; have you had any issues?

JE: There’s been about three days that we’ve been closed for E. coli. I don’t go in if it’s rained the day before. But I swim most days on my break; I’ll go out and tread water, or we have these rescue boards you can stand on.

Wavy days, there’s lots of seaweed, but we’ve had more clear days this year than any other summer.

SD: If you go on vacation, do you have any desire to go to the beach?

JE: Oh, yeah, I love the beach. But Saturdays, I usually go golfing.

SD: How would you rate North Beach compared to other Vermont beaches?

JE: It’s definitely the best — the size, the number of people. People slam North Beach all the time, they call it the Jersey of Vermont — “The water’s gross, people are dirtbags” — you get the whole nine, but I think this community’s fortunate to have this. Most city beaches aren’t surrounded by woods and mountains and sailboats.

SD: What do you do in the winter?

JE: I’m a snowboarder and a photographer. And I was working at Colchester High School from last February until the day I started here.

SD: So you’re going to go back to doing that in a few weeks?

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Earth Economics UVM’s Gund Institute puts a price tag on nature

magine assigning a monetary value to bees pollinating a meadow. Or assessing the economic value of wetlands that provide critical habitat to endangered species and prevent coastal communities from being flooded.

STORY Right now, a logging company can KEN put a price tag on a forest’s uncut PICARD timber, and a real estate agent can assess the fair market value of undeIMAGE JORDAN veloped fields. But neither can measSILVERMAN ure, in actual dollars and cents, what those undisturbed ecosystems are worth in terms of the human benefits they already provide.

That ability will soon be at our fingertips. Experts at the University of Vermont’s Gund Institute for Ecological Economics have launched an ambitious new project to assign monetary values to all the world’s ecosystems based on the natural functions they perform — from regulating climate to purifying water, replenishing soil to providing recreational opportunities. The science of “ecosystem services” is revolutionizing the field of conservation by giving environmentalists and land-use planners tools for factoring nature into the cost of doing business. Ultimately, they hope, it will marshal the forces of the marketplace to encourage sustainable human activities and discourage unsustainable ones.

The project is the brainchild of Robert Costanza, founder and director of the Gund Institute. In May 1997, he published a now-famous article in the journal Nature in which he argues that, because the Earth’s natural life-support systems contribute to human welfare, they represent a significant portion of the world’s total economic worth.

Costanza estimates the combined value of the world’s ecosystems at about $33 trillion per year, in current U.S. dollars. For comparison, the combined gross national product of all the world’s countries totals about $18 trillion per year.

Historically, economists and environmentalists have been averse to assigning monetary values to those things often described as “God’s creation,” Constanza explains. The traditional business model holds that, because such resources as clean air and clean water aren’t manufactured or owned by anyone and can be accessed for little or no cost, they have no monetary worth. The benefits they provide — to companies, cities, states or countries — are considered “externalities” that needn’t be factored into anyone’s bottom line.

The traditional model of environmentalism, on the other hand, holds that nature has its own intrinsic worth. Often described as “priceless,” the biosphere’s social, cultural and spiritual value cannot be quantified in purely economic terms. This

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approach assumes that it’s perilous to put a monetary value on, say, Lake Champlain or Yosemite National Park, because they would then be viewed as commodities, subject to the whims of the marketplace and available for buying and selling.

Constanza isn’t advocating the privatization of nature. But the problem, he points out, is that neither approach to nature adequately accounts for the fact that ecosystems are affected by human activities all the time — usually to their detriment. Assigning an ecosystem a monetary value of zero or infinity makes it impossible to calculate its financial impact on the human economy. As Costanza puts it, “Just because it’s hard to measure these things doesn’t mean we should leave them out. In fact, those are just the things we should pay the most attention to.”

The goal of the Gund Institute’s new project, he explains, is to reframe the entire debate by capturing that economic impact so it can be factored into environmental and land-use decisions. Thanks to a recent $813,000 grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the Institute has begun collecting data, building computer models, and compiling scientific research from around the world to begin assigning those values.

Eventually, anyone with access to the Internet will be able to pick a spot on Earth — a tract of wilderness, a watershed, a state, even the entire planet — and calculate the combined value of that area’s ecosystem services.

Drawing from the expertise of hundreds, if not thousands, of scientists, economists and researchers around the globe, the project is not some abstract academic exercise with no real-world applications. The modeling and valuation of ecosystem services are already being used for day-today functions, from New Jersey to New Zealand.

Azur Moulaert, a native of Costa Rica, is manager of the Gund Institute’s ecosystem services project.

In his home country, he explains, operators of hydroelectric dams spend millions of dollars every few years dredging the reservoirs when their sediment levels get too high. It is therefore in the country’s economic interest to encourage landowners upstream to conserve forested areas that slow sediment runoff.

In 1996 the government of Costa Rica set up a fund to pay fees to small and medium-sized landowners who conserve or replant forests in order to protect the country’s water resources.

Such payments also encourage the protection of that country’s biodiversity and scenic beauty, which have economic values measurable in such things as ecotourism dollars.

The problem, Moulaert notes, is

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that the Costa Rican government currently makes the same payment to all landowners who conserve or replant forests regardless of their land’s location or its long-term benefit to the watershed. The Gund Institute’s ecosystem services computer model is now helping Costa Rica identify exactly which areas should be targeted for conservation. The same goes for other ecosystem services performed by forests, such as biodiversity protection and carbon sequestration, which slows the effects of global warming.

Similarly, the state of New Jersey was recently involved in a lawsuit in which the judge ruled, in effect, that natural areas have no intrinsic value and only increase in value when they are developed. The state disagreed, but didn’t have a methodology to show the court exactly what those areas were worth in economic terms.

In response, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection hired the Gund Institute to help measure the state’s natural capital and quantify the value of all its ecosystem services. The recently completed project gives the state a powerful new tool for assessing the true costs and benefits of proposed devel-

opments, from strip malls to condominiums to new arboretums.

Thus far, the project planners haven’t determined what should be the smallest area on which to place a value. Says Moulaert, “The price of an ivory-billed woodpecker or an endangered turtle is not in there. But the prices of their ecosystems are.”

Likewise, there isn’t a monetary value for a hive of honeybees, though there is one for the ecosystem service of pollinating gardens and farmlands.

Assigning a dollar value to ecosystem services isn’t a new idea, Costanza notes. In the past, most valuations of nature were based on the concept of the public’s “willingness to pay.” Researchers would ask people how much they’d be willing to invest in a particular service. Some ecosystem services aren’t difficult to conceptualize in monetary terms. For example, people can estimate what they’d be willing to pay to hike the Long Trail or visit Adirondack Park.

But other ecosystem services are far too technical or abstract for most laypeople to assign them a meaningful value. It would be hard for residents of, say, a low-lying coastal area to fully

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estimate the value of a hectare of wetlands that protects them from hurricane storm surges.

Even harder would be assessing the value of such services as “nutrient cycling” and “soil formation,” which are beyond most people’s understanding even if they indirectly benefit from them.

To tackle these and other issues, in October the Gund Institute will bring experts to Burlington from around the

which those human activities that benefit the ecosystem are rewarded and those that harm it are discouraged.

“Right now, people are not getting any positive benefit for the services their ecosystems are providing,” Costanza notes, “and they’re not paying the cost of the damages to other people’s ecosystems.”

The Gund Institute was originally founded in 1991 as

If Planet Earth truly were a corporation, “We would definitely fire the CEO.” ROBERT COSTANZA, GUND INSTITUTE

world to participate in a weeklong conference to discuss this valuing process. By 2007, the goal is to have mapped the entire planet and have a working computer model that anyone can access online. For an idea of what that might look like, says Costanza, “think Google Earth.”

Ultimately, anyone involved in land-use planning will be able to download the Gund Institute’s data and computer models, enter a zip code or other geographic description, and then calculate the current value of their own region’s various ecosystem services, based on how similar ecosystems are valued. As in the human marketplace, the values of those natural areas will fluctuate based upon the abundance or scarcity of similar ecosystems.

Academically, the idea isn’t as radical or controversial as it might seem, Costanza argues, since economists have long acknowledged the concept of externalities. “It’s just politically controversial because you’re now saying, ‘Here’s something that you’ve been getting for free. This is something you’ve been stealing from the public, and now you’ve got to pay for it,’” he adds.

And, as Moulaert points out, such modeling could also be useful for scrutinizing environmentalists’ own proposed solutions to problems. For example, evaluating the ecological feasibility of biodiesel by factoring all of its benefits and costs into the equation. Likewise, such a system could be used to create “ecological tax reform,” in

the Institute for Ecological Economics at the University of Maryland. In 2002, it was moved to UVM’s Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources and renamed the Gund Institute, after its major benefactors, the Gund family of Cleveland, Ohio.

The Gund Institute has a unique relationship with UVM, in that its faculty aren’t appointed to the Institute itself but are affiliated with other departments all around the university.

The goal, Costanza explains, is to “build bridges” among the various disciplines at the university, while offering classes that are largely problem-solving endeavors and not simply “ivory-tower” exercises.

For example, the Gund Institute held a two-week course entitled “Earth Inc.” in which students at UVM and Vermont Law School evaluated the planet as though it were a corporation, created bylaws and articles of incorporation, then discussed the current state of the corporation’s “assets” — its air, water, forests, soil, oceans, etc. Eventually, Earth Inc. will write a shareholders’ report. As Costanza told the magazine Adbusters in September 2004, if Planet Earth truly were a corporation, “We would definitely fire the CEO.” Ultimately, the ecosystem services project will provide a comprehensive cost-accounting system for such a corporation, which, unlike current economic models, is fully transparent and won’t send Earth Inc. the way of Enron.m

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“OK, everyone, check your brakes and tires!” Gerson shouts, to a chorus of squealing rubber. Next, the boys line up single-file, pedal onto the road, and head toward the trailhead about a quarter of a mile away. As the convoy turns a corner, one of the boys wipes out on the pavement, his bicycle sliding into a curb. The other riders laugh as he brushes himself off and hops back onto his bike.

Fortunately, the only thing bruised is his ego.

Riding near the head of the pack is 14year-old Levi Griswold of Johnson, a somewhat brawnier teen than most of his fellow riders. This is Griswold’s third year with Sprockids and his enthusiasm for mountain biking is obvious.

“When I first started Sprockids, God, I just wanted to quit!” he says, as we approach the trailhead. “It was really difficult. But I push myself more now and do a lot more of the harder, technical stuff.”

Mark Scott, who’s also riding with the group, is the youth activities coordinator for the Lamoille County Court Diversion Program. A National Guardsman who just returned from Iraq, Scott says he barely recognized Griswold this year, physically and emotionally. “Here’s a kid who wasn’t engaged in school before,” he says. “He was having a lot of behavior-management problems, both at school and at home.

Sprockids isn’t the only factor, but I certainly think it’s been a big contributing factor to his feeling good about himself and engaging with adults.”

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“His old principal told me, ‘I never would have thought Levi would be in regular school again,’” Candy Griswold says.

“They pretty much wrote him off.” This year, the boy attended Lamoille Union High School, where his grades have been As and Bs. “I think the Sprockids program is fantastic, not only for kids with problems, but for anybody,” she adds. “It’s helped Levi emotionally, it’s strengthened him physically, it’s given him patience, and he’s become quite the leader.”

Sprockids also gave Griswold something to focus on during the school year. Over the winter he attended Sprockids’ “tool school,” where he learned to build and repair mountain bikes.

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“But truing wheels, that’s the worst part of it.”

There’s nothing especially high-tech about Sprockids’ formula for success, explains Heather Hobart, co-director of the Lamoille Court Diversion Program. “The biggest commonality we see in the kids who are getting in trouble is, they aren’t a part of anything,” she says. “They haven’t experienced success or mastery in anything in their lives. Until now.”

The first Sprockids program was founded in Gibsons, British Columbia, by Doug Detwiller, an elementary school teacher and mountain bike enthusiast who wanted to redefine the meaning of sports for young people. Concerned that the modern concept of “student athlete” had become elitist and exclusionary, Detwiller designed an entire educational curriculum that incorporates mountain biking into all its lesson plans. The program’s motto: “Nobody sits on the bench.” Today, Sprockids programs can be found in 17 countries.

After a woefully short ride through the woods, the boys head back to base camp for a barbecue lunch. As they’re sitting around eating burgers, a lanky 14-year-old named Alberto hobbles by with a bandaged leg. While they were descending a hill, one of the other riders crashed into him and gashed open his leg, he explains. Accidents as serious as this one are rare, according to Scott. Although the boys have done a lot of technical riding this year — jumping over logs, dropping off rock ledges, wind-

ing through steep, heavily wooded single-track trails — the worst injuries they’ve had were a few scraped elbows and bruised shins, he reports.

Vermont has other Sprockids programs, in Stowe and Norwich, and chapters are also scattered around New England. What makes this one different, Hobart says, is its emphasis on affordability and inclusion — any child can join, regardless of whether he or she owns a bike or can afford the $15 fee. Chuck’s Bikes in Morrisville has provided 20 new mountain bikes at or near cost. Shop owner Hank Glowiak has also sold heavily discounted mountain bikes to several of the participants.

The Lamoille County Sprockids program, now in its third year, costs about $10,000 annually and cobbles together its funding from a variety of sources, from the Vermont general fund to the United Way. Hobart admits it’s hard measuring the program’s success, especially when you’re talking about getting kids engaged in their community. “But what I’ve noticed this year,” she adds, “is more and more kids are scrounging up their own money and buying bikes, and going out riding on their own.”

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operate locally, Michael and his mother traveled to a clinic in New York for the operation. They had to return a second time to complete the procedure. Guidry calls the experience “horrific.”

“To have to go to another state for something traumatic like that, to have no family around to support you, nobody should have to do that,” she complains.

Bill Nash reports that gender reassignment surgery at Fletcher Allen is “fairly routine,” but Guidry and her son’s experience of having to travel out of state for surgery is hardly unique. Vi Luginbuhl, a former Republican State representative who testified in support of the gender

Coralyn Guidry’s 20-year-old son Michael looks like a typical young man. He has short, brown hair, so dark it’s nearly black.

It continues down his cheeks in thick sideburns that extend to his jaw. The whiskers on his otherwise pale chin suggest that he has forgotten to shave. Dark, downy hairs sprout on his arms, beyond the sleeves of the T-shirt that hangs on his flat chest, and on his legs below the cuffs of his shiny green, knee-length athletic shorts.

He looks so comfortable in his body that you probably wouldn’t look twice if you saw him on the street. But unlike most guys his age, Michael isn’t just looking forward to going back to college in the fall or to turning 21. He’s also eagerly anticipating his hysterectomy.

Michael is a female-to-male transsexual.

He says he’s felt male for as long as he can remember. “I always asked for GI Joe or Ninja stuff,” he says of his childhood toys, during an interview at his mother’s home.

He was 8 or 9 when he started liking girls, but was reluctant to let them know how he felt. “Because I wouldn’t want to be with that person if I was still in this body,” he remembers thinking.

Michael began transitioning at 16.

Today his family, his friends and his girlfriend refer to him using male pronouns, and address him using his new chosen name, which is not actually Michael; his mother has insisted that he not reveal his identity in this story. She speaks openly only because she doesn’t share his surname. “I don’t want him to be murdered because of who he is,” she explains.

Guidry is fiercely protective and supportive of her son. She has driven him to doctors’ offices in Vermont and in other states, and has helped pay for his hormones and surgeries. She lobbied the Burlington School Board to keep him at Burlington High School after they moved to Swanton, because she thought he would be safer there. She has accompanied him to trans gatherings, and has defended him in a world where his unconventional identity puts him at the mercy of others’ prejudice. “Sometimes it feels like an extra job,” she says wearily.

Lately Guidry has felt more embattled than usual. In May, Governor Jim Douglas vetoed a bill that would have made it illegal for anyone to discriminate against her son on the basis of his gender identity.

That blow was followed a month later by a traumatic experience at Burlington’s

Fletcher Allen Health Care, when Michael went in for his hysterectomy.

As Michael was being prepped for surgery — in fact, moments before he was to receive anesthesia — the anesthesiologist informed him and his mother, father, older sister and girlfriend that, due to a financial misunderstanding, the hospital would not allow the operation to proceed.

Guidry says the hospital staff apologized but asked the family to leave; a FAHC spokesman declined to comment on the case, citing restrictions on patient confidentiality.

“I’m so blazingly mad that you can go in the hospital and be told, ‘Get out, get out,’” Guidry fumes. “I just don’t understand how people can be so cruel.”

She suspects that the dismissal was motivated by transphobia, and she’s angry about the way her son was treated. “They looked at him like he was a freak,” she says.

Guidry contacted Seven Days shortly after this episode because she wanted to share her family’s struggle. Often the experiences of transsexuals and the transgendered — people whose gender identity is at odds with their biological sex, but who may not seek surgery — remain untold because of fear and shame. That’s especially true where their families are concerned.

Parents, children and other relatives often have trouble dealing with a loved one’s transition. Many trans people are estranged from their families.

But Guidry says she’s proud of her son and wants to explain the long and sometimes painful process by which he is becoming a man. “If there’s more talk about it,” she says, “maybe people would understand.”

At first glance, Guidry seems an unlikely trans activist. She resides at Lone Pine Campground in Colchester, in a small, fifth-wheel camper. She lives alone; she and the father of her two children divorced in the early 1990s. Guidry sold her house in Swanton last spring and plans to live in the camper until the weather turns cold. She’ll spend the winter housesitting for her housecleaning clients.

Her decorating tastes are more patriotic and religious than one might expect. A piece of fabric festooned with American flags covers the camper’s trailer hitch; a small red, white and blue banner bearing a “Support the Troops” yellow ribbon sits

beneath it on the small lawn. Inside, a framed likeness of the Last Supper hangs, without irony, above her kitchen table.

And Guidry, a petite woman with a lightbrown bob, is not exactly a rabble-rouser.

She smiles easily, but even then her brown eyes remain guarded, making her seem suspicious of outsiders. She spent part of her childhood at the St. Joseph’s Orphanage on North Avenue, where she was abused and molested. She was one of the plaintiffs who settled out of court with the Roman Catholic Diocese in the late 1990s.

Guidry finished high school but never went to college. She confesses to having been a poor student. “I’m not a very good advocate of being able to speak and have the right words,” she readily admits. “I’m simple-minded.”

She’s similarly frank when discussing her son’s journey. Two decades ago, when the doctor told her she had given birth to a daughter, she was surprised; she had thought she’d been carrying a boy. The doctor seemed to question the baby’s femininity, too, Guidry says. When she suggested the name “Mandy,” he told her he didn’t think it fit. Guidry adds that early baby pictures show her daughter’s genitals were somewhat elongated. “I think she was supposed to be a boy,” Guidry says.

She remembers that her daughter always dressed and acted like a boy. She resisted the pink dresses Guidry bought, and tried to urinate standing up.

Guidry meticulously archived Michael’s childhood photos, and gladly displays them to provide evidence of her daughter’s burgeoning masculinity. “This is him,” she says, as she opens one of the large vinylbound books. She has almost completely weaned herself from the female pronoun when discussing her younger child.

Guidry opens the book to a series of Halloween photos of “Michelle.” She’s dressed as a football player, a pirate, a vampire, and a hobo wearing a battered suit and tie. In each shot, the child looks like a little boy. “That’s how he wanted to look,” Guidry explains. “It was boy, boy, boy.”

She recalls instances when others discouraged her from letting her daughter dress this way. When Michelle graduated from Edmunds Middle School, for example, the girl showed up at the ceremony wearing slacks and a dress shirt. When Guidry arrived to meet her backstage, however, her daughter was in tears. Some well-meaning parents had forced her into

a skirt and a scoop-necked blouse.

“My son was embarrassed and ashamed,” Guidry tearily recalls. “He said, ‘I thought they liked me.’”

When Michelle was 8 or 9, she told her mother that she liked a girl. When the girl was 13, she confided that she “didn’t feel like a girl.” At first, Guidry thought that meant Michelle was a lesbian, but her daughter corrected her, saying that she actually felt like she was in the wrong body.

Guidry had trouble accepting this at first. “It took me two years to ask him, ‘So what did you mean?’” she says. “I didn’t know where to put it.” During that time, her daughter became depressed.

Guidry’s epiphany occurred when her daughter was 15. Though she allowed Michelle to pick her own clothes, when the teenager grew breasts, Guidry began insisting that she wear a bra.

Mainly, says Guidry, she was concerned about her daughter’s back. “He was hunched over all the time,” Guidry remembers. “He used to run and jump, but he was turning into this old person. I thought, ‘If I can get him to wear a bra, he’ll stand up straight.’”

Guidry threatened to take away all of her daughter’s savings if she took the bra off, and watched closely to see that she was following instructions. Guidry eventually caught her cheating. When Michelle left to go to BHS each morning, she ducked out through the back door of the North Avenue duplex they were renting, and took a long time to appear out front.

One morning as Michelle left for school, Guidry went upstairs and looked out the window to see what she was doing. After the girl left, Guidry saw her duck behind a trashcan. “He’s behind the trash can,” she recalls, “and I’m thinking to myself, ‘He’s got cigarettes. He’s doing something. He’s smoking.’”

Her voice cracks as she reveals that that’s how she caught Michelle removing her bra. “He couldn’t even wait until he got to school,” she whispers.

Guidry confronted her daughter. “I asked him if he wanted it off, and he said, ‘Can I?’” Guidry pauses to choke back a sob. “It was painful to watch,” she says.

It was around this time that Guidry and her daughter began to navigate the confusing world of trans medicine. Though there are local general practitioners, psychotherapists, endocrinologists and surgeons who work with trans patients, it is not easy to access this network. Even some medical providers don’t know the best place to refer trans patients.

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Guidry says the call seemed suspicious.

“Why would they raise the price the day before?” she wonders aloud.

Michael says he knew he didn’t have the money, but he decided to show up at the hospital anyway. He, his mother and his sister all say it was a bad experience from the start.

When Michael and his family arrived at hospital registration, the woman who checked them in got up before she was finished and walked away. Another woman who didn’t introduce herself walked over to them and stared at Michael.

Michael’s sister, Jessica Barrett, says she assumed that the woman who had been checking them in had gotten up and told her co-worker to take a look at the trans person. “She was just gawking at him,” Barrett recalls. “We all felt the same thing at the same time: ‘Take a picture, it’ll last longer.’”

Barrett, a licensed nurse’s assistant, says she felt the first woman had violated patient confidentiality. “I know what they did was wrong,” she says. “Doctor’s offices and professional people shouldn’t be acting like that. A doctor’s office is the last place you’d expect to be treated like that.”

When Michael was instructed to report to the surgical ward and told to put on a johnny, the family thought the procedure was a go, that original terms of payment applied. They were mistaken.

Guidry says she was disappointed with the way the hospital staff handled what was a delicate situation. “Nobody looked me in the eyes,” she says. “Everybody said, ‘I’m sorry, I’m so sorry.’ But nobody offered to help us work out a payment plan.”

Guidry later called the hospital and asked for a meeting with a patient advocate to discuss the situation. A registered nurse called her back to set up the appointment.

During the phone call, Guidry says the woman referred to her son as “a he-she.”

Guidry says the slang term is demeaning.

“And this is the person who is supposed to be our advocate?” she asks rhetorically.

“She knew what she was calling about. She should have had all the ducks in a row before she called. She should have had all that information in front of her.”

The meeting Guidry requested happened three weeks ago. She, her daughter, son and his girlfriend attended. They say they expressed their frustration, and asked the hospital to provide them with a payment plan. The two women who met with them promised to get back in touch in two days.

After two weeks of waiting for that call, Guidry finally called the hospital back and requested another meeting, on August 25.

This time she’ll be bringing Samuel Lurie, a Vermont-based trans-sensitivity trainer who is also a member of the trans community.

Lurie has conducted trainings on how to provide health care to transgender people in 25 states at a wide variety of institutions. In Vermont, he has spoken to groups at the Waterbury Hospital, the Veterans Administration Hospital and the UVM Medical College. He has never been asked to speak with the staff at Fletcher Allen.

Dr. Bill Nash, a Williston psychologist who directs the Green Mountain Gender Clinic, says he doesn’t advertise his services, though his name popped up on a therapist referral website in a recent Google search for Vermont therapists who deal with gender identity disorder, or gender dysphoria.

Nash has been working with Vermont’s trans population for 15 years. Despite his low profile, he says he gets three to six phone calls a month from people who want to transition. Clients who are willing to undergo a year of therapy and assessment prior to physical intervention can gain access to his network of connections.

He’s not eager to share them with a reporter. “Quite frankly,” he says, “they’re a little bit protective.” He says many providers are afraid of being deluged with calls from people demanding surgical intervention.

But Nash isn’t the only one with connections. There are others, too — the Community Health Center in Burlington, for example, has a good reputation among the local trans population.

And several people interviewed for this article mentioned a supportive endocrinologist at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.

But Coralyn Guidry has never heard of Bill Nash, and she’s not familiar with the local care network. Four years ago, when she decided to help her daughter transition, her first call was to the child’s pediatrician. “I knew that the breasts were killing him somehow,” she reflects. “I just

knew I had to call the doctor and ask if he could take them off.”

She remembers telling the woman who answered the phone that her daughter wanted her breasts removed. “She said, ‘We don’t do that here,’” Guidry remembers.

But when Guidry spoke to Michelle’s doctor, he had a different reaction. “I know that, having watched Michael over the years, he knew,” she suggests.

The doctor referred the family to a Massachusetts psychotherapist, who started Michelle in therapy. Guidry, her two children and her ex-husband and his wife all drove to Massachusetts on different occasions to meet the therapist. She later conducted sessions with Michael over the phone.

The pediatrician also referred Guidry to a Massachusetts endocrinologist, who eventually prescribed testosterone for Michelle, who was now becoming her son.

When Michael returned for his sophomore year at Burlington High School, he spoke with his teachers and his friends and asked them to call him by his new name and to refer to him as male. For the most part, he reports, it was easy to transition at BHS. “The upperclassmen were nice,” he says. But he did experience harassment. “I got yelled at,” he recalls. “When I went to this thing called winter ball, I went to use the bathroom, and a guy was like, ‘What are you doing here?’”

During the summer between Michael’s junior and senior years at BHS, he had surgery to remove his breasts. Because they were unaware of providers who could

identity bill last winter, says that her trans grandson had a similar experience, even though his mother is a doctor and his grandfather was once dean of the Medical College at the University of Vermont.

After their final New York trip, Guidry decided to seek a local surgeon for her son’s hysterectomy. The first one she found didn’t work out; when he found out the procedure would not be covered by Michael’s insurance, he told the family it would cost $30,000.

Guidry balked at the exorbitant fee.

“That’s not what they charge people,” she offers. “That’s what they charge people like Michael.”

A few months ago, the family finally found another local surgeon who agreed to remove Michael’s uterus. Guidry says this surgeon — who did not return a phone call for this story — contacted the hospital and received an estimate for how much the procedure would cost. Guidry has detailed notes on this estimate. She keeps them in a Zip-loc bag inside her datebook, on a sheet of pink stationery that reads, “You’re only as good as your last haircut.”

Guidry points out the figures: $1800 for the surgeon, which she paid up front; $7800 for the operating room; $1600 for the anesthesiologist.

Michael’s insurance would not cover the elective procedure, so he spoke with the hospital billing department several weeks prior to the surgery. He says they told him that he was eligible for a 47 percent discount on the operating room and anesthesiologist costs. And they told him he’d be able to set up a payment plan for the rest after the surgery.

But Michael says the Fletcher Allen billing department called him the day before the surgery and told him there had been a mistake. He was not eligible for the discount and would instead be required to pay 50 percent of the full cost — more than $4000 — up front.

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That said, Nash points out that the kinds of do look at these things pretty carefully when attitudes he’s talking about have not disappeared. something like this comes to our attention,” he “I can’t say this stuff doesn’t exist,” he concedes. says.

“Of course it does.”

Noble reiterates that he can’t discuss the As Guidry and other trans advocates have specifics of this case — “Patient confidentiality is pointed out, one way to fight that insensitivity is paramount here,” he notes — but he can shed by including gender identity on Vermont’s list of some light on Fletcher Allen’s billing procedures. protected categories in the state’s non-discrimina“Prepayment of 50 percent or 100 percent, tion statutes. “If our government treated people depending on the service, is required for all elecequally, so would everybody else,” Guidry insists. tive procedures that have been determined by an “But when we have to insurance company’s fight our own governcare-management peoment to treat us right, ple to be not medicalthat’s when we have ly necessary, and are prejudice.” being paid for by an She says she called individual out of Governor Douglas to pocket,” he says. ask him to pass the legMichael’s hysterectoislation, but she got a my falls under this recording that wouldn’t category; a vasectomy let her leave a message. reversal or in vitro ferDouglas’ Press tilization might, too.

Secretary Jason Gibbs But Noble can’t say suggests that Guidry why the price for a must have called the particular procedure governor’s main line would change the day after hours; if she had before it was schedcalled the 800 number, uled to occur. As for he says, she would have the 47 percent disbeen able to leave a count Michael mencomment. Gibbs insists tioned, Noble says that the governor read that’s only available to and responded to every patients who don’t message he received have insurance. It about the bill, though doesn’t apply to he admits that often patients who do have that response consisted insurance, but whose of a form letter. insurance companies Gibbs says the goverwon’t pay. nor does not oppose “There’s always the protecting transgender possibility for the misVermonters; rather, understanding of variDouglas’ concerns were ous payment processes specific to the “ambiguthat apply to health ous language” of the care,” says Noble. bill. “If I were caught “One of our cuscommitting some kind tomer-service goals is of inappropriate action to ensure that approin, say, the women’s priate steps are taken locker room of my so that patients and CORALYN GUIDRY gym,” Gibbs explains, families receive accu“I could, as a reasonable rate information defense under this law, about their payment responsibilities prior to receiving services. We may argue that I was self-identifying as a woman at the time. It sounds silly when you say it, but there not do this 100 percent of the time, but that’s the were some loopholes like this in the bill . . . We standard we set for ourselves.” feel like if we can close those up, and make it a litWhen asked about the kinds of sensitivity tle bit more specific, we can make progress in that training Fletcher Allen provides, Noble responds that new employees attend an hourlong session on area.”

Gibbs points out that Douglas has assigned a “being sensitive to the diversity of people who member of his staff to work on an acceptable draft come to us for care.” And all employees who have of the bill, and notes that he met with representadirect patient contact are required to take an tives from the TransAction group for the first time annual course on patient sensitivity. on Tuesday, August 15.

Does this course include appropriate terminolPrior to that meeting, Kara DeLeonardis, execogy for someone in the process of transitioning utive director of the Burlington-based R.U.1.2? from one gender to another? Noble says no. “It’s Queer Community Center, which helped not targeted to any specific group,” he says. “It’s TransAction orchestrate the opposition to really training them to accept the differences they Douglas’ veto, said she felt “optimistic” about the may encounter.” possibility of a bill passing this term.

Unlike the UVM Medical School, Fletcher Regardless of what happens at the legislative Allen has not included gender identity in its nonlevel, Coralyn Guidry says she will continue to discrimination policies. support her son. He plans to reschedule his hysBut Bill Nash, whose patients work with Fletcher Allen on a regular basis, says that as far as terectomy, and eventually follow it with reconhe can tell, the hospital has improved its ability to structive surgery that will create a penis using skin from other parts of his body. work with trans patients. “Is everyone up to “Children might not turn out the way you speed? Nope,” he says. “But I can tell you that want,” Guidry observes, “but you’re supposed to Fletcher Allen is a whole lot better now than it love them unconditionally.” was 10 years ago.”

She says she understands parents who grieve Nash remembers sending a patient there for the previous incarnations of their children. “I miss gender-reassignment surgery a decade ago. “They absolutely balked,” he recalls. “It took a lot of per- the child I lost,” she says. “It feels like a death.”

But ultimately, she accepts that the real struggle suasion and a lot of conversation.” Now, he says, belongs to her son. “I’m not the one who has to that kind of procedure is “not a big deal anylive my life like that,” she says. “My son is the one more.” who has to live his life like that. Why wouldn’t I He adds that Michael and his family may have want to make it easier?” m misinterpreted the motivations of the hospital

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Life-and-Death Drama Theater preview: Rachel

he bulldozer is a common piece of construction equipment, unlikely to provoke an emotional response. Until one learns about the life, and death, of Rachel Corrie. Then the word “bulldozer” may bring to mind the STORY ELISABETH senseless cycle of violence in the Middle East, the insoluble conflict CREAN between the Israelis and Palestinians, Rachel, produced and the idealistic 23-year-old and directed by American woman who tried to stand Bill Blachly. up for what she believed. And whose August 16-20 & 22-25. Unadilla body was crushed, like the walls of Theatre, East Calais, the Palestinian homes she was trying 7:30 p.m. $20. to shield, beneath a Caterpillar D-9 www.unadilla.org. operated by the Israeli Defense Forces.

In the grim stream of headlines from that deadly region, Corrie’s story might have receded after a short flash of international attention. The young woman from Olympia, Washington, joined the International Solidarity Movement, a Palestinian-led non-violent-resistance organization, and was killed on March 16, 2003, in Rafah, Gaza. Days later, the United States invaded Iraq. And so, even though the death of a U.S. citizen at the hands of Israeli soldiers was shocking, the news cycle soon focused elsewhere. Two years later, her parents’ lawsuit against the Caterpillar company earned another blip of media notice, but also some derision that lumped the suit with frivolous liability litigation such as the McDonald’s hot-coffee case.

Surprisingly, however, the medium of theater has kept Rachel in the spotlight. My Name Is Rachel Corrie, a 2005 play based on her writings, met with sold-out houses and critical acclaim in London, and is running this month at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. But the onewoman show has become a lightning rod for controversy in the United States, where it has not yet been staged. The saga of its on-again, offagain production status in New York created a transatlantic trail of accusations and acrimony.

Not surprisingly, Vermont theater maverick Bill Blachly was eager to stage the play. Every summer the Unadilla Theatre’s converted sheep barn in East Calais is home to both high-spirited Gilbert & Sullivan and wrenching dramas about politically charged topics such as race or war.

When Blachly’s quest for the rights to produce My Name Is Rachel Corrie was stymied, he decided to present his own adaptation of her words, which he is calling simply Rachel. “I thought, ‘Well, this is too important,’” he says. “We gotta do this.”

Despite consistently programming edgy, topical works, Blachly strenuously downplays connections between

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plays and politics. “I’m primarily night. NYTW interested in doing theater that grabs Artistic people. What’s the old rule? Either Director James send ’em out crying or laughing, but Nicola claimed don’t send ’em out any other way.” it was merely Unadilla’s artistic director claims postponed. To to see theater “as an art form, not an different media idea forum.”

Then why choose the writings of a woman who ended up in a geopolitical crucible? “I think the play is a wonderful story, in the words of a girl who is trying to find meaning,” Blachly says.

And RACHEL CORRIE (LEFT) AND THE ACTRESS EMILY GRAVES PLAYING HER IN RACHEL Rachel Corrie: that she was a member of Corrie loved words. She wrote prolifi- outlets, he embroidered a confusing Hamas. cally from the time she was very list of excuses, including Ariel Her parents were devastated. On young — journals, letters, emails. Not Sharon’s illness, Palestine’s election of the night the play was to have long after she died, her parents, Craig Hamas, and the “marketing and conand Cindy Corrie, turned over 184 textualizing challenge” the play posed. opened, Craig Corrie said, “It seems now we have this cacophony of sound pages of material to British The Royal Court quickly labeled around Rachel’s words . . . Let our actor/director Alan Rickman and the postponement a cancellation. A daughter talk for herself.” Since the journalist Katharine Viner. Rachel’s transatlantic firestorm erupted, with performance of the play was in limbo death had become politicized — a theatrical heavyweights such as — and the rights to do so were conmartyr to the Palestinians, a traitor to Harold Pinter, Tony Kushner and trolled by the Royal Court — the some pro-Israeli Americans, and an Vanessa Redgrave weighing in. example of American naïveté to many Redgrave, a longtime supporter of the Corries encouraged alternative presentations of Rachel’s words.

Israelis. The Internet’s unlimited Palestinians, called it “an act of catacapacity for polemics and rumor strophic cowardice . . . blacklisting a Bill Blachly’s initial discussions mongering had transformed the dead girl and her diaries.” Rickman, with the Royal Court this spring led Corries’ child into a Hydra-headed who directed in London and was him to believe that he would have no icon. scheduled to direct in New York, In developing the play for the accused the NYTW of succumbing to problem securing the rights to put on My Name Is Rachel Corrie at Unadilla.

Royal Court Theatre, the British duo “censorship born out of fear.”

“At that time, it was not going to be “wanted to uncover the young woman Katharine Viner wrote a scathing shown in New York,” he says. But in Los Angeles Times editorial, titled “A behind the political symbol, beyond Message Crushed Again.” “By its own late June, a different New York venue, her death,” Viner wrote in an afterthe Minetta Lane Theater, scheduled admission the theater’s management word to the published edition. a short, 48-performance run opening had caved in to political pressure,” Rickman said, “We were never going in October. A lawyer subsequently she said. “Three years after being to paint Rachel as a golden saint or informed Blachly that Unadilla could sentimentalize her, but we also needed silenced for good, Rachel was to be not have the rights. He guesses it was censored for political reasons.” to face the fact that she’d been demoso that the New York production can Dark speculation swirled. Nicola nized. We wanted to paint a balanced be called the U.S. premiere. admitted to consulting Jewish groups portrait.”

So Blachly set about rejiggering the but not Arab-American ones. His Viner added, “We hoped to find material that his actress — Emily plan for “contextualizing” the play out what made Rachel Corrie differincluded commissioning a companion Graves, 26, of Montpelier — had ent from the stereotype of today’s been rehearsing for months. “I frankly piece about Israeli victims of consumerist, depoliticized youth.”

Palestinian suicide bombs. The Nation don’t see any reason why anybody Ironically, consumer pressures and can’t take what I assume is pretty reported that a NYTW marketing politics may have derailed the play’s staffer told the Royal Court’s interna- public material — especially if Craig U.S. premiere. The Royal Court proCorrie wants this stuff disseminated duction was set to transfer to the New tional director that “mollifying the and hasn’t put any barriers in the way Jewish community” was a major conYork Theater Workshop stage in of people using it in whatever way cern. In a radio interview, Nicola March 2006, but the Manhattan they want,” he says. “All the stuff that company yanked it from the schedule repeated one of the most scurrilous we’re using is on the Internet.”

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After a morning rehearsal of the new Rachel, Blachly, Graves and longtime Unadilla supporter Alice Blachly — who also happens to be Bill’s ex-wife — sit around a picnic table outside the theater and discuss Rachel, the play and the controversial issues. It’s a postcard-perfect Vermont summer afternoon; the breeze is refreshingly crisp, the vegetation brilliant green. The problems of New York and London, let alone Palestine, seem surreally distant.

Yet the women talk passionately about the issues. Seemingly in agreement with their comments, the wiry, white-haired director nods and smiles. But Blachly is loathe to articulate the issues himself. Art for art’s sake is his story, and he’s sticking to it. “I have trouble analyzing things,” Blachly claims. “I just think this thing speaks for itself.”

Graves has a fascinating take on why Corrie’s tale played without incident in the U.K. but ignited a furor in the U.S. “I think maybe it’s the proximity that makes it more complicated, because the closer you get to the place where the people

between the policies of Israel and an antiJewish individual?” she asks.

Graves brings up an intriguing parallel between Corrie’s early writings and those of Anne Frank. Both young diarists shared protean optimism, restless energy and a desire to take on the world. Corrie was a compulsive list maker. On one of her early lists of “What I have,” she wrote: “Hope.”

But the wanton destruction and death she witnessed in Gaza took its toll. A few days before she died, Corrie emailed her mother that she was beginning to question her “fundamental belief in the goodness of human nature.” With Anne Frank, Graves notes, “You never get the opportunity to see that change.” Frank’s diary ends with her removal to the concentration camp, where she perished at age 15. “We get to see Rachel at a later part of her life. I don’t know if it’s just inevitable that young kids become disillusioned when they confront things like this,” Graves muses.

At 82, Bill Blachly is far more certain.

“If you live long enough, you’re going to be disillusioned,” he says. “I’m of an age

When Blachly’s quest for the rights to produce My Name Is Rachel Corrie was stymied, he decided to present his own adaptation of her words, which he is calling simply Rachel. grew up, the more other people might be afraid that this person represents them,” she muses. “And they don’t want to be spoken for in that way.” In the frenzied press coverage of the New York flap, no one has offered this clear-headed insight.

Rachel Corrie herself delineated one of the stickiest, though largely unspoken, issues that came to surround her play: “The scariest thing for non-Jewish Americans in talking about Palestinian self-determination is the fear of being or sounding anti-Semitic.”

Graves doesn’t fear being perceived as anti-Semitic for taking on Rachel’s story.

“You’re always going to have the risk of somebody who knows more than you about this poking holes in what you’re doing. But I don’t think that’s a reason to not do it,” she says. “But it’s a good excuse to learn.

“And saying ‘anti-Semitism’ . . . stops the conversation,” Graves points out.

“And so it’s a disservice” to meaningful dialogue and understanding. Alice Blachly finds the anti-Semitic label “insulting” to the intelligence of audience members.

“You mean we can’t tell the difference

when I remember when young people were rushing off to Spain to join the Loyalists . . . without really knowing very much about it. And, of course, maybe we will find the same disillusionment with the Palestinians.”

Today Anne Frank’s diary is part of the educational canon about World War II. “But doesn’t Rachel have a right to have her voice heard, just as Anne Frank had a right to have her voice heard?” Alice Blachly asks. “To me this is like Anne Frank, and the trouble is, we can’t see it because of this terrific political situation that we have here.”

Although it’s hard to block out the horrific image of how Corrie died, the play is an opportunity to “enjoy Rachel,” suggests Graves. “She is really wry, and she’s so insightful, and she’s really precocious.”

Rachel Corrie was an activist, but she was also a teen who plotted how to bump into her ex-boyfriend “accidentally” while looking fabulous; a daughter who placated her mom and cajoled her dad; a young girl who, from her messy bedroom, made plans to conquer the world. In the end, maybe she has. m

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by Annie Downey

E

ver wonder how Bridget Jones’ diary might have read if she were a single mother with a rat fink ex-husband and a couple of kids in tow? That pretty much describes Hot and Bothered, a saucy new “chick lit” novel by STORY Vermont journalist Annie Downey. Like the MARGOT singleton made famous by Helen Fielding, HARRISON its narrator is perpetually frazzled, given to odd sartorial choices, and not a little ditzy.

Hot and Her greatest strength is her cutting wit; her Bothered, by greatest weakness is her chronic inability to Annie Downey, get over her neuroses and, well, get a life.

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Charming of sorts to save the heroine from her own mistakes? Maybe not. On page 5 of Downey’s novel, the narrator is already ogling — in Mass, yet! — a character whom she dubs “Perfect Guy.” Names are scarce in Hot and Bothered. The thirtysomething housewife heroine herself remains unnamed until the novel’s last paragraph. Her kids, aged 7 and 14, are named, and so is her best friend Pip, a childless career woman with an insatiable appetite for red meat and younger men.

But the narrator’s too-smooth ex-husband is simply “Ex-Rat,” a moniker he earned via his philandering both before and after the split. Her New Age-y mom’s boyfriend is “Yoga Alien.” “Queen Bean” is the narrator’s name for the Boston brahmin whose dog she offers to walk on a whim; the woman later becomes her supervisor in the first job she’s had since her early marriage. “Moonboy” is Queen Bean’s grandson — a beatific, nearly silent child who soon becomes an unofficial part of the narrator’s family.

Did I mention that all three turn out to be related? I’m going to dub that plot twist

“Bald Contrivance.”

It should be clear from this summary that the narrator of Hot and Bothered is a comedian manquée who mines the world, and particularly her domestic world, for her material. Anyone who’s ever been tempted to describe herself as a “desperate housewife” will get a kick out of Downey’s down-anddirty depiction of motherhood. This is a mom who, when her kids refuse to stop playing videogames, chucks the computer out the window. A mom so scatterbrained that her son gives her the thoughtful Mother’s Day gift of a to-do list she can wear round her neck on a string. And here’s how the narrator deals with her 7-year-old daughter’s refusal to eat her breakfast: “I

From Hot and Bothered: The kids are with Ex-Rat for the weekend and I have no idea what to do with myself. I walk around the house, checking things: doors, windows, stove. Feel like Woody Allen’s mother. I make tea and drink it to the ticking of the clock in the empty kitchen. Everything gleams sterile. I wonder if it’s possible to make the house any smaller and messier. It needs a lived-in look, not the current obsessive-compulsive vibe, which makes me feel like an unwelcome guest in my own house. It’s all due to the neat-freak gene I inherited from my father, and to a New York decorator hired by Ex-Rat. The decorator turned out to be a model-chic babe who put her soul into pretending to be his wife while I watched. The kitchen’s restaurant-like steel, exposed brick, and large framed black-and-white photographs of erotically charged produce are all her invention.

“Men love kitchens,” the decorator said. “A lot of women laugh when I say that, but I’m totally serious, they get totally turned on by the thought of a woman cooking. Maybe we should paint the walls this dusky rose color? Give it some feminine warmth. Men love rose. It reminds them of the soft recesses of a woman’s body.” She let me in on this carnal knowledge at eight in the morning, after I’d been through twelve hours of straight-out nursing followed by twenty-five minutes of sleep, as I banged pots around wearing a puked-on old hospital gown with a sanitary napkin the size of a truck between my thighs.

I finish my tea, check the stove again. Then again. Then I head upstairs, like an old junkie, knowing where I am going, full of shame as I already regret the tomorrow of it. Inside Ex-Rat’s old closet, the stuff he left behind is still neatly folded on shelves or hung. I reach for my favorite T-shirt, which is kelly green and so threadbare that there are patches where I can see through it to the flesh of my fingertips. I hold it up to my face and inhale his scent. There is a shoebox full of notes from our first couple of years of marriage, when we were all love and lived in a shitty one-bedroom apartment. My old, scratchy cursive: “Honey pie, went to store to get lemons, pucker up bad boy — be back lickity split. me OXOXO.” “Brendan is teething, heading to co-op for clove oil — will get that chocolate that you love.” “Went to Laundromat — can you put diapers out for horribly mean diaper service man? I’ll love you forever and ever. Smooch.”

I drag the comforter and a pillow from the bed, wrap myself, cocoonlike, and read on about happy years of errands.

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logue about one woman’s flirtation with a nervous breakdown.

Downey slips in and out of the Bridget Jones telegraphic style, which involves the frequent dropping of subject nouns and articles. (“Must pay late fees on loads of books never read.”) Her talent for one- and two-line zingers is more consistent. The narrator sums up Pip’s boyfriend and partner in S & M sexplay thus: “Vegan boy does not like earth’s creatures messed with. He works very hard to establish his chi while being spanked.” Then there’s the narrator’s mom, who was “truly impossible as a mother” until the divorce from Ex-Rat. “Now she has become a valuable man-hating resource,” the narrator gloats.

Quotable as it is, Hot and Bothered doesn’t fare as well when one considers it as a complete novel. Each chapter covers a week in the heroine’s life and is divided into brief vignettes with titles such as “Reality Check” and “Dinner Is Served.” The decision to chop things up bite-sized reflects Downey’s skill as a columnist. (She’s written for Vermont Woman and the magazine Hip Mama.) But the format makes it difficult for her to depict a heroine developing organically from a woman who relies on talismans such as a pair of hot pink clogs to maintain her mental equilibrium to one who’s more grounded and self-assured.

In fact, sometimes it’s hard to see any real change taking place, as the narrator careens from one whim to the next, embracing each new life-plan with charming yet childish abandon. When she says, “I am finally speaking my truth,” we know she’ll be contradicting herself 100 pages down the line.

That’s part of the novel’s comic appeal.

Still, it’s frustrating to see Downey resorting to the infamous chick-lit device of using men — not “perfect” men, maybe, but damned good ones — to give the heroine ego boosts and soft landings. We all know that the models who hit on geeky guys in beer commercials are a male fantasy. The female version, spotted only in novels and romantic comedies, is the sensitive hunk who pops up and announces that he’s loved the heroine since he first set eyes on her, even though she’s a bit of a basket case and has never been particularly nice to him.

Maybe it’s time to retire this cliché.

Literary romance is more satisfying — and funnier — when it’s as absurd as life. With this novel, Downey proves herself a good chronicler of those daily absurdities. She just needs to cut loose some of the heavier baggage of the genre. m

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The novel has some touching scenes of parent-child interaction to balance the satire.

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dozen Scottish smallpipes buzz in unison, as piping expert Annie Grace stomps her flip-flop-shod feet in time to the tune she’s teaching. The sound fills the room, but some people are having trouble with the fingering. “Have a wee listen,” she says in STORY A N D I M A G E S a lilting Scottish accent. Grace stops the MEGHAN other players seated in a circle around her, their pipes in their laps powered by small 2x4-danform081606.indd 1 8/10/06 11:03:18 AM DEWALD bellows strapped to their arms. She starts The Pipers’ again at a slower tempo, and begins to Gathering, sing the notes clearly in Gaelic, “o hara be August 11-13, oro, ah hayra o oro, o hara be oro, o hara The Killington Grand Hotel Resort. m boro . . .”

Still playing, Grace calls out fiercely in www.pipers gathering.org a clarion voice, like some Celtic drill sergeant, “Is it comin’ back? Clear as mud?”

The group starts up with a wheezing sound, and then pauses for a few seconds to tune and gather steam. In a moment, they’re off again in a cloud of chestswelling harmonies.

At the mention of bagpipes, most people envision the Great Highland version: a large Scottish instrument with a sound designed to carry great distances. Plaidkilted, puff-cheeked operators play them standing up and, if they’ve any mercy, outdoors. Regimental pipe-and-drum bands skirl them in street parades, and they 2x4-SkiRack081606 8/14/06 4:18 PM Page 1 appear at weddings and funerals, in military divisions, or as props in Brigadoon.

But the Highland pipes have lots of lesserknown, distant cousins scattered throughout the British Isles and continental Europe, and these also have their share of ardent admirers.

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Emanating from the spot devoted to English and Cornish pipes is a reedy, haunting, almost Middle Eastern sound.

Suddenly, it stops, replaced by the voice of instructor James Merryweather. “See if you can find some wobulator to put in there,” says the genial, bushy-bearded man holding a medieval-looking set of bagpipes. He beams at a student he’s selected to “solo.” The player tries to modulate the music to add a controlled wobble, something between a note-bending quaver and a trill on the song’s top note.

Most of the pipes in this room have spindle-turned drones with fluted ends like trumpets, and look as if they were copied from an illuminated manuscript.

That’s not far from the truth: English bagpipes were fairly common in the southern part of the country before the 1500s, but by the 1800s, they’d fallen out of favor and disappeared. The pipes here are the result of an attempt to revive an extinct instrument, after prototypes assembled by researchers and instrument makers in the 1970s and ’80s. One of the models is based on a 15th-century illustration of the Miller from Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.

Like many of the pipe types at the Gathering, this one is now undergoing a renaissance.

Satisfied with his pupils’ progress, Merryweather suggests exploring alternate harmonies at tomorrow’s “Cornish pipe moot.” Someone asks what the word “moot” means, and another student quips: “A cow with gas.” Merryweather chuckles and says he’s not sure if he coined the phrase, but he started calling sub-gatherings of the Yorkshire Bagpipe Society “pipe moots” when he lived there and began convening casual practices. Fittingly, the word borrows from J.R.R. Tolkein’s treelike characters that gather to communicate via a sort of musical booming and tooting.

“I just thought back to The Lord of the Rings, to the Entmoot, where all the Ents came to . . . It’s as silly as an Entmoot, really,” Merryweather concedes.

The Pipers’ Gathering does feel like a news-swapping event. During the lunch break, impromptu sessions spring up in corners, as pipers jam and teach each

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other their favorite tunes. The overall effect of multiple pipes playing different melodies within ear-shot of each other can be a bit jarring for listeners. But the sense of freedom and enthusiasm for the music is appealing, and the music-making klatches generally don’t last long.

The morning’s chatter conveys a mixture of dread and gleeful anticipation at the prospect of browsing the vendors’ hall — it’s a dangerous place for anyone bitten with the bagpiping bug. In addition to CDs, rare books and displays of thistlethemed artwork honoring Scotland’s prickly, purple flower, the hall houses five pipemakers who craft all their instruments by hand. Full sets run upwards of $7000, and in-demand makers have enough orders to keep them busy for years.

Bagpipes make noise by forcing air through pipes over reeds, sort of like a saxophone or a clarinet. The bag holds the air, which is blown in either through a pipe in the player’s mouth, or through a bellows connected to his or her elbow.

Drones, pipes of varying lengths that usually stick up behind or point down and to the side, contain reeds that provide a harmonious background noise — if all goes well and the set is in tune. A set of pipes can have anywhere from two to five drones, or more. The chanter, shaped something like the lower part of a recorder, also contains a reed, and this is where the player’s fingers go to make the melody. The “alternative” pipes at the Pipers’ Gathering are almost all bellowsdriven, which allows players to sing or talk while they’re making music.

Several of the instrument makers displaying items on the white-covered tables specialize in the Uilleann pipes, a bellowsdriven bagpipe from Ireland. Alex Bush, a twentysomething maker who recently cofounded Uilleann Pipeworks of Boston, explains how to pronounce the Gaelic: “Illen.” He strikes a hip-hop pose: “Like, I’m illin’!” Bush offers a rundown of Uilleann pipes and their wood-and-brass construction: They’re quieter than Highland pipes, he says, “about as loud as a fiddle, so they’re played indoors. It’s more of a pub instrument. So the music that you play on the Uilleann pipes is dance music — jigs, reels, stuff like that — not what you’d normally associate with Highland bagpipes, which is more war processional music.”

“The chanter plays the melody, and there are three drones, which go ‘braaaagh,’” Bush continues. “Those are

tuned in octaves to each other.” He explains that a chanter and three drones are a half-set, but a full set has three pipes called regulators, which have big switches with long metal tabs. “The regulators all are keyed and can play chords, which makes the Uillean bagpipes the most complex bagpipe in the world,” Bush enthuses. “You can play a harmonic chordal accompaniment, that’s also rhythmic, to the melody.”

Across the room, pipemaker Michael MacHarg of South Royalton presides over three tables filled with rare recordings and books, equipment for pipe cleaning and repairs, and dozens of elaborately carved chanters and bagpipe components of his own design. He’s been in this business for 30 years. A rare double chanter in the style of Spanish Galician pipes nestles kitty-corner to flat bags made of elk hide, and a chanter with a top carved like a bearded man’s head. Fuzzy rods, destined to dust and clean pipe innards, are spread out next to hemp twine for adjusting joints on the pipes. A jar labeled “bagpipe seasoning” isn’t for desperate moments in the kitchen; it’s a solution for conditioning the insides of new bags before they’re put to use.

MacHarg talks about the material used to make the stocks and joints on a pipe.

These were once commonly made of tusk ivory, but nowadays there’s a far more humane and renewable resource: the Tagua nut, from a type of palm in Micronesia and Polynesia. “It looks like a prehistoric apple,” MacHarg says. “It has dentine in it, the same as your teeth.” It’s the kind of arcane detail pipers seem to love.

MacHarg’s son Iain, the lead piper in Burlington’s now-defunct Celtic trad-rock band Whisky Before Breakfast, is an instructor at the Gathering this year. A champion Highland piper, the younger MacHarg is also proficient at Scottish smallpipes and other instruments.

Not far from his father in the vendors’ hall, Iain sits with several other musicians to play a short and spirited reel. While their fingers fly, the players grin and waggle their eyebrows, trying to one-up each other with embellishments while keeping the tempestuous pace. The tune is just a taste of what’s to come in the evening: A full concert featuring James Merryweather on English pipes, Montpelier-based Uilleann piper and pipemaker Benedict Koehler, Northumbrian piper Chris Ormston and Uilleann piper David Powers. Ultimately, it’s all about the music.m

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Walz. A formidable freestyler, Walz has a charismatic presence and pointed prose that have endeared him to fans and critics alike. He’ll be joined by fellow headz L.I.F.E. Long, The Aztext, Nastee, DJ Russell, Dakota & tha Home Team, Wombaticus Rex, and Lee & S.I.N. Check out www.VtHipHop.com for more info.

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sound bites THE SPICE OF LIFE Burlington’s Latino Fest may be over, but one area band is keeping the party going. Guagua, the Queen City’s hardworking, 12-member “psychotropical” band, will release its debut disc, Pan Frito, on Friday, August 18, at Parima.

Led by guitarist Geoff Kim, the group is a mainstay of the local jazz scene. Their Tuesday-night gigs at Burlington’s Radio Bean bring joyous rhythms and sultry melodies to appreciative audiences every week.

In addition to Kim, members include trumpeter Alex Toth, piano man Shane Hardiman, flutist Dominique Gagne, trombonist Andrew Moroz, saxophonist Annakalmia Traver, guitarist Raphael Groten and a percussion section featuring Twa Mercer, Keith Levenson, Carla Kevorkian and Gail Hagenbach. If you’ve been paying any attention to B-town jazz, you already know that each of these players is top-notch.

Recording sessions took place at Strangeways Studios last winter, with engineer Daryl Rabidoux at the helm. Rabidoux has worked production magic for countless local rock acts, but this is the first time I’ve heard him shepherd a large jazz ensemble. He did a fine job; the disc is vibrant yet natural sounding, with each instrument clearly articulated.

I don’t want to give too much away, as I’ll most likely review Pan Frito in next week’s issue. But I can tell you that the upcoming Parima gig will be a well-deserved celebration.

MORE OUTDOORS We’ve certainly been having some nice weather lately. Maybe it’ll hold through the Valley Stage Music Festival, which takes place at Blackbird Swale in Huntington on Saturday, August 19.

This year’s show is the first of what organizer/musician Don Sheldon hopes will become an annual concert event. The setting couldn’t be more idyllic, with the kind of lush, rolling hills featured in “Greetings From Vermont”-style postcards.

The lineup ain’t too shabby, either, particularly if you’re into national and homegrown acoustic music. Texas-based bluegrass trio The Greencards were originally booked as headliners, but illness forced a cancellation. No worries, there’s plenty of other talent on the roster.

Brooks Williams is an acoustic BROOKS WILLIAMS guitarist of substantial savvy and renown. His six-string skills incorporate a wide range of influences, from blues, folk, soul and Latin styles.

Originally from Statesboro, Georgia, Williams first gained noticed while performing in Boston. Over the years, the guitarist has been praised by the

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Suffice it to say, his rock dreams proved stronger than his acting Washington Post, NPR’s “All Things Considered,” and Acoustic Guitar ambitions.

Magazine, among others. He’s also one of the first independent artists Founding members Ian Molla and Kevin Coffrin play guitar and to have released his music on CD — how’s that for pioneering? bass, respectively. The two formed the band while studying jazz at Folk songstress Diane Zeigler is a familiar face around the Green Ithaca College. Upon graduation, they hit the big city, where they Mountain acoustic scene. Since the release of her 1995 Rounder hooked up with drummer — and non-Vermonter — Guerin Blask.

Records debut, Sting of the Honeybee, Zeigler has won eight national I listened to a few tunes at www.MySpace.com/The UrgencyMusic, songwriting awards and hit number one on folk radio charts. and was reminded of a few different bands. At times, they sound like Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer Colin McCaffrey’s ska freakazoids Fishbone at their most metallic, at others, neo-progname keeps popping up everywhere, from bandleader gigs to sideman and engineering work. He’s an extremely in-demand dude in central Vermont, and shows no sign of slowing THE URGENCY down.

Rounding out the bill are Don Sheldon & Friends, which features Sheldon on guitar, Mitch Barron on bass and pals such as sax player Chris Peterman.

Expect a healthy mix of bluegrass, Latin and mellow jazz when they open the show at 1 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for kids (5 and under get in free). Call 434-4563 or visit www.ValleyStage.net for tickets and directions.

GIMMIE A CHANCE TO DO A HIP-HOP DANCE! Pro dancer/choreographer Sarah Cover is dedicated to bringing big-city boogie to rural Vermont. The creator of such successful dance/theater/fashion events as “Blessed: The Life of a Hip-Hop Dancer” and “Urban Runway,” Cover recently unveiled the Urban Dance Complex, a Williston-based studio offering a wide variety of cutting-edge instruction.

Her CV is impressive; Cover has crafted moves for megastar rappers such as DMX and members of the Wu-Tang Clan. Joining her is a crew of teachers including Lois Trombley — an African dance specialist and co-founder of the ever-popular Spielpalast Cabaret.

Students will have the opportunity to take classes in Hip-Hop, Jazz Funk, Freestyle, Breakin’, African Modern and Tap Funk. The latter sounds like a cross between James Brown and Fred Astaire. Guess that’s why I’m not in any Beyoncé videos.

Adult classes begin on September 6, kids’ lessons on the 13th. For registration info, visit www.UrbanDanceComplex.com.

URGENT NEWS Brooklyn-based modern-rockers The Urgency are coming to Higher Ground on Thursday, August 17. Three of the four band members are ex-Vermonters who decided to seek their glory in the Big Apple. It seems to be working out pretty well so far.

Front man Tyler Gurwicz is a former Shelburne resident. A graduate of Champlain Valley Union High School, he was previously a member of Virga, a talented band that broke up before it could get off the ground. Gurwicz moved to New York to study musical theater.

gers Mars Volta. Vocalist Gurwicz possesses an elastic voice, capable of tight vibrato as well as Mike Patton-esque melodic leaps.

The guitars sound like Pro-Tooled Mack trucks, with fidgety licks and crunching chords. Music like The Urgency’s requires a pretty tight drummer. Good thing they’ve got one.

Also appearing at the South Burlington gig are Oh So Insidious, Waiting for a Miracle, and Zac Clark, who is reviewed on page 49a.

NO MORE STATIC I’m happy to report that DJ and local author Mike Luoma is back in the booth, this time at 104.7 The Point. You may recall that Luoma lost his longtime WIZN gig a few months back. Well, he sounds pretty psyched to be rocking the dial once again. “It’s a great avenue for me,” he recently told me. “But for the first time in years, I’m actually nervous about getting on the air!”

The Point gives its DJs more flexibility in programming, which is probably nice after more than a decade spinning the same Boston cuts. Currently, you can hear Luoma “mostly on weekends,” he says, but he’ll fill in for other jocks as needed. He’s also got some new print wares — check ’em out at www.GlowInTheDarkRadio.com. m

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THE KIND BUDS (acoustic duo), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 8:30 p.m. NC. REGGAE DANCEHALL & HIP-HOP PARTY WITH SOUND SYNDICATE, Positive Pie 2, 10 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE WITH BRUCE JONES, Purple Moon Pub, 7:30 p.m. NC. PHIL CELIA & ABI TAPIA (modern folk singer-songwriters), Middle Earth, 8:30 p.m. $4.

:: northern KARAOKE WITH TIM RUSSELL, Overtime Saloon, 7:30 p.m. NC. MARK ABAIR & THE METROS (classic rock), Sami’s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m. NC. LADIES’ NIGHT WITH DJS ROBBY ROB & SKIPPY (hip-hop, r&b), Tabu Café & Nightclub, 9 p.m. NC. LAFFIN BONES (acoustic Grateful Dead covers), Bonz Smokehouse & Grill, 7 p.m. NC. REGGAE WITH VITAMIN P (DJ), Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge, 9:30 p.m. NC. SNAKE MOUNTAIN MOONSHINERS (bluegrass), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m.

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FRI.18 :: burlington area EXPERIMENTAL JIVE (invitational jazz jam), Radio Bean, 7 p.m. NC; MIURA (indie-rock), 9 p.m. NC; ACTIVISTS/DICTATORS (rock), 10 p.m. NC; JAWN CLOSE TRIO (avantgarde), midnight, NC. GUAGUA (psychotropical; CD release party), Parima, 9 p.m. NC. See “Sound bites”.

WHITE RAAG (sitar & tabla), Dobrá Tea, 8:30 p.m. NC. SUPERSOUNDS DJ, Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 Chicago pop-punkers the owe more to the Smiths and Elvis p.m. NC. BOW THAYER & PERFECT TRAINCostello than Black Flag. In the mid-1990s, the band rode the original alt-rock wave, touring the country with the likes of Green Day WRECK (Americana), Red Square, 8 p.m. $3, followed by NASTEE (hipand Morrissey. Label difficulties and leader Josh Caterer’s conversion to Christianity led to the band’s 1999 split. Now they’re back, hop), midnight. $3.

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venues 411 THE SMITTENS, FIRE THE CANNONS, LOLITA BRAS, THE 78s (indie-rock, cabaret), Club Metronome, 9:30 p.m. $6.

TOP HAT DANCETERIA (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3.

LATIN DANCE PARTY WITH DJ HECTOR (salsa, merengue), Second Floor, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+.

DJ BIG DOG (hip-hop, reggae), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON’S STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. JO’ MO’ FO’ (funk, blues), Vermont Pub & Brewery, 10 p.m. NC. HEAVY ROTATION WITH DJS INFINITE, FATTIE B, CRE8, A-DOG (hiphop), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. 13 STRINGS JAZZ DUO, Euro Gourmet, 8 p.m. NC. MR. FRENCH (rock), Breakwater Café, 6 p.m. NC. KARAOKE KAPERS (host Bob Bolyard), St. John’s Club, 7 p.m. NC. MIA ADAMS & FRIENDS (singer-songwriter), Monkey House, 9:30 p.m. $4.

KARAOKE WITH MR. DJ, Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 8:30 p.m.

NC. AA. TAMMY FLETCHER & THE DISCIPLES (r&b, pop-rock), Lincoln Inn Tavern, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE WITH PETE, Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC. PALE MOON (rock), Franny O’s, 9 p.m.

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:: champlain valley PAUL DOUSE (solo acoustic), B.U. Emporium, 8:30 p.m. NC. TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central

(banjo rock), 10:30 p.m. NC; DANDELION FICTION (one-man band), 11:30 p.m. NC. SANDRA WRIGHT, TERRY YOUK & FRIENDS (blues, groove), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 9:30 p.m. $3-5.

SUGAR FOOT STOMP (swing; dance lesson), Positive Pie 2, 10 p.m. $4.

BILL MORRISSEY (folk), Middle Earth, 8:30 p.m. $20.

:: northern HALLMARK JAZZ QUARTET, Chow!

Bella, 7:30 p.m. NC. VIP LADIES’ NIGHT WITH DJ SKIPPY (top 40, r&b, reggae), Tabu Café & Nightclub, 9 p.m. NC. 18+.

KING ME! (acoustic rock), Naked Turtle, 5 p.m. NC, followed by PULSE (r&b), 9:30 p.m. NC. STEVEN HAWKING’S BIG BANGS (rock), Monopole, 10 p.m. NC. GROUSEHOLLOW (old-time), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. DJ DANCE PARTY, Rusty Nail, 10 p.m.

NC. 7LBS OF PORK (jam-rock) Matterhorn, 9 p.m. NC.

SAT.19 :: burlington area MISTIGRIS (folk), Radio Bean, 8 p.m.

NC; THE EASY TEASE (banjo rock), 9 p.m. NC; SCANDAL IN BOHEMIA, CCCOME?, STEVE TREMBLAY’S ROCK OPERA (indie-rock, psychblues), 10 p.m. NC. ANDRIC SEVERANCE QUARTET (Latin jazz), Parima, 8 p.m. NC. GORDON STONE BAND (funkgrass), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. BARBACOA (surf-rock), Red Square, 8 p.m. $3, followed by DJ A-DOG (hip-hop), midnight. $3.

THE KNOW SHOW WITH JON GONYEAU (funk), Nectar’s, 5 p.m.

NC. AA, followed by LUCY VINCENT, THE OLD SILVER BAND (grooverock, jam), 9:30 p.m. $3.

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Melting Pot Café, Rt 2, East Montpelier, 223-1303.

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Amigos Cantina, 4 Merchants Row, Middlebury, 388-3624.

Memorial Auditorium, 250 Main St, Burlington, 864-6044.

Mes Amis, 311 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8512.

Ashley’s, Merchant’s Row, Randolph, 728-9182.

Backstage Pub, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494.

Middle Earth Music Hall, Bradford, 222-4748.

Miguel’s Stowe Away, 68 Church St., Burlington, 651-5298.

Backstreet, 17 Hudson St., St. Albans, 527-2400.

The Monkey House, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563.

Bad Girls Café, Main St., Johnson, 635-7025.

Ball & Chain Café, 16 Park St., Brandon, 247-0050.

Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-563-2222.

Muddy Waters, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466.

Banana Winds Café & Pub 1 Towne Marketplace, Essex Jct., 879-0752.

Murray’s Tavern, 4 Lincoln Pl, Essex Jct., 878-4901.

Bangkok Bistro & Thai Steakhouse, 2403 Shelburne Rd., S. Burlington, 985-5577.

Music Box, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533.

Barre Opera House, 6 North Main St., Barre, 476-8188.

Music Club, 110 Business Center Rd., Williamstown, 443-6106.

Basin Harbor Club, 4800 Basin Harbor Drive, Vergennes, 1-800-622-4000.

Naked Turtle, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200 Battery Park, Burlington, 865-7166.

Nectar’s, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771.

Bayside Pavilion, 13 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909.

Bee’s Knees, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 888-7889.

1/2 Lounge, 136 1/2 Church St., Burlington, 865-0012.

Odd Fellows Hall, 1416 North Ave, Burlington, 862-3209.

Beyond Infinity Upstairs, 43 Center St., Brandon, 247-5100.

Big Moose Pub at the Fire & Ice Restaurant, 28 Seymour St., Middlebury, Old Lantern, Greenbush Rd., Charlotte, 425-2120.

388-0361.

Olde Yankee Restaurant, Rt. 15, Jericho, 899-1116.

Orion Pub & Grill, Route 108, Jeffersonville, 644-8884.

Big Picture Theater & Café, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994.

Overtime Saloon, 38 S. Main St., St. Albans, 524-0357.

Black Bear Tavern & Grill, 205 Hastings Hill, St. Johnsbury, 748-1428.

Paramount Theater, 30 Center St., Rutland, 775-0570.

Black Door Bar & Bistro, 44 Main St., Montpelier, 223-7070.

Parima, 185 Pearl St., Burlington, 864-7917.

Blue Star Café, 28 Main St., Winooski, 654-8700.

Park Place Tavern, 38 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3015.

The Bobcat Café, 5 Main St., Bristol, 453-3311.

Peabody’s Pub, Plattsburgh, 518-561-0158.

Bolton Valley Resort, 4302 Bolton Access Rd., Bolton Valley, 434-3444.

Pickle Barrel Nightclub, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035.

Bonz Smokehouse & Grill, 97 Portland St., Morrisville, 888-6283.

Borders Books & Music, 29 Church St., Burlington, 865-2711.

Piecasso Pizza & Lounge, 1899 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4111.

Phoenix Bar, Sugarbush Village, Warren, 583-2003.

Breakwater Café, 1 King St., Burlington, 658-6276.

The Brewski, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366.

Pitcher Inn, 275 Main Street, Warren, 496-6350.

Positive Pie, 69 Main St., Plainfield, 454-0133.

B.U. Emporium, 163 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 658-4292.

Positive Pie II, 20 State St., Montpelier, 229-0453.

Bundy Center for the Arts, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-4781.

Purple Moon Pub, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422.

Buono’s Lounge, 3182 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2232.

Radio Bean, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346.

Capitol Grounds, 45 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800.

Rasputin’s, 163 Church St., Burlington, 864-9324.

Carol’s Hungry Mind Café, 24 Merchant’s Row, Middlebury. 388-0101.

Red Mill Restaurant, Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 475-2311.

Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 2630 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2576.

Red Square, 136 Church St., Burlington, 859-8909.

Charlemont Restaurant, #116, Rt. 100, Morrisville, 888-4242.

Rhapsody Café, 28 Main St., Montpelier, 229-6112.

Charlie B’s, 1746 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-7355.

Rhythm & Brews Coffeehouse, UVM, Burlington, 656-4211.

Charlie O’s, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820.

Riley Rink, Rt. 7A North, Manchester, 362-0150.

Chow! Bella, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405.

Ripton Community Coffee House, Rt. 125, 388-9782.

City Limits, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919.

Club Metronome, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563.

Rí Rá Irish Pub, 123 Church St., Burlington, 860-9401.

Contois Auditorium, Burlington City Hall, 865-7166.

River Run Restaurant, 65 Main St., Plainfield, 454-1246.

Cuzzin’s Nightclub, 230 North Main St., Barre, 479-4344.

Riverwalk Records & The Howard Bean Café, 30 State St., Montpelier, 223-3334.

Eclipse Theater, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8913.

Roque’s Restaurante Mexicano & Cantina, 3 Main St., Burlington, 657-3377.

Euro Gourmet Market & Café, 61 Main St., Burlington, 859-3467.

Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant, 7 Fayette Drive, S. Burlington, 862-8809.

Finkerman’s Riverside Bar-B-Q, 188 River St., Montpelier, 229-2295.

Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern, 1072 West Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, 863-2342.

Finnigan’s Pub, 205 College St., Burlington, 864-8209.

Ruben James, 159 Main St., Burlington, 864-0744.

Flynn Center/FlynnSpace, 153 Main St., Burlington, 863-5966.

Rusty Nail, Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-6245.

Foggy’s Notion, One Lawson Lane, Burlington, 862-4544.

Sami’s Harmony Pub, 216 Rt. 7, Milton, 893-7267.

Franny O’s, 733 Queen City Pk. Rd., Burlington, 863-2909.

Season’s Bistro at the Wyndham Hotel, 60 Battery Street, Burlington, 859-5013.

Second Floor, 165 Church St., Burlington, 660-2088.

Geno’s Karaoke Club, 127 Porters Point Road, Colchester, 658-2160.

Giovanni’s Trattoria, 15 Bridge St., Plattsburgh, 518-561-5856.

Shooters Saloon, 30 Kingman St., St. Albans, 527-3777.

Smugglers’ Notch Inn, 55 Church St., Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6607.

Global Markets Café, 325 North Winooski Ave., Burlington, 863-3210.

Good Times Café, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444.

St. John’s Club, 9 Central Ave., Burlington, 864-9778.

Starry Night Café, 5371 Rt. 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-6316.

Great Falls Club, Frog Hollow Alley, Middlebury, 388-0239.

Stowe Coffee House, Rt. 57 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-2189.

Green Room, 86 St. Paul St., Burlington, 651-9669.

Stowehof Inn, Edson Hill Rd., Stowe, 253-9722.

Ground Round Restaurant, 1633 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-1122.

Sweetwaters, 118 Church St., Burlington, 864-9800.

Gusto’s, 28 Prospect St., Barre, 476-7919.

Tabu Café & Nightclub, 14 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, 518-566-0666.

Halvorson’s Upstreet Café, 16 Church St., Burlington, 658-0278.

T Bones Restaurant & Bar, 38 Lower Mountain View Drive, Colchester, 654-8008.

Hardwick Town House, 127 Church St., Hardwick, 456-8966.

Harper’s Restaurant, 1068 Williston Rd., South Burlington, 863-6363.

38 Main Street Pub, 38 Main St., Winooski, 655-0072.

Three Mountain Lodge, Jeffersonville, 644-5736.

Higher Ground, 1214 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 652-0777.

The Hub, Airport Drive, Bristol, 453-3678.

Three Stallion Inn, 655 Stock Farm Rd., Randolph, 728-5575.

Toscano Café & Bistro, 27 Bridge St., Richmond, 434-3148.

Inn at Baldwin Creek, 1868 N. Route 116, Bristol, 424-2432.

JP’s Pub, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389.

Trackside Tavern, 18 Malletts Bay Ave., Winooski, 655-9542.

Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 65 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-6135.

Three Mountain Lodge Restaurant, Smugglers’ Notch Road, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, Koffee Kat, 104 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, NY, 518-566-8433.

644-5736.

La Brioche Bakery, 89 East Main St. Montpelier, 229-0443.

Two Brothers Tavern, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002.

242 Main, Burlington, 862-2244.

Lakeview Inn & Restaurant, 295 Breezy Ave., Greensboro, 533-2291.

Upper Deck Pub at the Windjammer, 1076 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-6585.

Langdon St. Café, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 223-8667.

Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910.

Leunig’s, 115 Church St., Burlington, 863-3759.

Vermont Pub & Brewery, 144 College St., Burlington, 865-0500.

Lincoln Inn Tavern, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309.

Village Tavern at Smugglers’ Notch Inn, 55 Church St., Jeffersonville, 644-6607.

Lion’s Den Pub, Mountain Road, Jeffersonville, 644-5567.

Waf’s Westside Deli, 165 East Allen St., Winooski, 655-0290.

Localfolk Smokehouse, Jct. Rt. 100 & 17, Waitsfield, 496-5623.

Waterbury Wings, 1 South Main St., Waterbury, 244-7827.

Mad River Unplugged at Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910.

Waterfront Theatre, 60 Lake St., Burlington, 862-7469.

Main St. Grill, 118 Main St., Montpelier, 223-3188.

Wine Bar at Wine Works, 133 St. Paul St., Burlington, 951-9463.

Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 167 Main St., Burlington, 658-6776.

Zoe’s Tack Room & Café,6:54 3825 Rt.PM 7, Charlotte, Matterhorn, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198.

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1. Greg Brown — The Evening Call 2. Grace Potter & the Nocturnals — Nothing But the Water 3. Grace Potter — Original Soul 4. Bruce Cockburn — Life Short Call Now 5. Old Crow Medicine Show — Down Home Girl EP 6. Leonard Cohen/Various Artists — Original Soundtrack: I’m Your Man 7. Los Lonely Boys — Sacred 8. Tom Petty — Highway Companion 9. John Gorka — Writing in the Margins 10. Paul Simon — Surprise

1. Slayer — Christ Illusion 2. Tom Petty — Highway Companion 3. Lucid — Miles Deep 4. Ani DiFranco — Reprieve 5. Rick Ross — Port of Miami 6. Masta Killa — Made in Brooklyn 7. Pink Floyd — Pulse 8. Queen — We Will Rock You: Greatest Hits 9. Michael Franti & Spearhead — Yell Fire!

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RESONATOR, LOST LANGUAGE

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(Self-released, CD) Plattsburgh-based trio Resonator have an intriguing pedigree. Members include a Montréal-born, indie-record store employee who formerly pounded skins for metalcore champs Drowningman, an Olympian luger on guitar and a bassist who cites “the Adirondacks” as an influence alongside The Melvins and Mike Watt. These curious facts might not give a clear idea of what to expect from the band, but they make perfect sense after listening to Lost Language.

Plattsburgh’s proximity to the post-rock Mecca of Montréal is reflected in Resonator’s dramatic and atmospheric style. But to dismiss the band as clones of their better-known neighbors is to do them a great disservice.

Resonator engage in what might have once been called “jamming” in the days before “jam” became not only a genre, but a dirty word to well-washed music fans everywhere. Each of their songs is the product of extended improvisations, which are subsequently refined in the studio. This working method gives their material a unique character.

In the course of a single tune, it’s possible to hear skittering dance-punk hi-hats, tribal interludes, Daniel Ash-style guitar, impassioned tremolo crescendos and faux Middle Eastern melodic breaks.

Resonator admirably takes each of these elements to their logical conclusion, occasionally pushing beyond their technical abilities. Still, the band shines amidst such chaos, as the music threatens to collapse but never quite does. They fare particularly well on the album’s final, 24-minute epic “Departures/Arrivals.”

Here, they go to another kind of extreme, stripping things down to a dub-inflected drum-and-bass pulse backed by a quiet wash of guitar.

The trio certainly has grand ambitions. On their MySpace page they state, “Our music is a form of collaborative expression. We strive to convey our impressions of the world around us in language that is our own, but understandable to anyone willing to listen. We believe that music can break down the barriers that separate us from one another socially and culturally.”

That’s a lofty goal for a recording that lasts a little under an hour, but Resonator has made a serious go of it. In a time when most indie-rock bands are content to settle into the well-worn ruts of their predecessors, such drive is commendable.

CHRIS MILLER

Burlington-area pop singer-songwriter Zac Clark seems destined for big things. Blessed with a lasersharp ear for melody and considerable keyboard chops, it’s easy to imagine him becoming a national name. His latest EP, Ellipsis, follows up his fulllength debut, Faking Amnesia. In between releases, the young musician honed his skills through regional performances. Judging from his current offering, it was time well spent.

Those with an aversion to sweet-toothed tunes might want to sit this one out. Fans of Ben Folds, Elvis Costello and “The O.C.,” on the other hand, will find plenty to enjoy. Expertly recorded and mixed by Mike Poorman of Burlington’s Strangeways Studios, Ellipsis is packed with hooks and heart-on-sleeve poetics.

The disc kicks off with “On My Way,” a slinky number featuring electric piano, handclaps and a muscular bass line. Clark makes the most of the stripped-down arrangement by emphasizing his boyish vocals.

“I just want to get stuck in your head and be the kind of melody you can’t shake,” he sings in the opening verse. Done and done.

Clark is a keen balladeer, as “The Way It Sounds When No One’s Listening,” ably showcases. The track features only piano and Clark’s emotional tenor, which provide more than enough melodic material. “This is malfunction, this is failure to reciprocate / The feelings manufactured by machines / Can you see through them? / Their illusions are obscuring every scene,” Clark sings plaintively.

“Amelia” is the catchiest song on the disc. It also features the most bells and whistles, from drummachine breakdowns to gurgling synth tones. Such sonic add-ons will likely sound dated within a year, but for now, it works.

The EP wraps up with “Stay,” a piano meditation filled with wistful romantic musings. Youthful Clark is incredibly good at this kind of thing, but I wonder how much of it comes from personal experience.

Either way, it’s a lovely cut.

If Clark continues to explore the big’ol world beyond Burlington, he’ll no doubt become successful.

Hopefully this won’t change his approach to song craft, which is refreshingly unpretentious. Catch him at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge on Thursday, August 17, with The Urgency, Waiting for a Miracle and Oh So Insidious.

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KRIS GRUEN & VISTA (indie-rock singer-songwriter), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 10 p.m. $4.

REBECCA MARTIN TRIO (singer-songwriter, folk-pop, jazz), Bundy Center for the Arts, 8 p.m. $20.

JEREMY LYONS (blues, rockabilly, Americana), Middle Earth, 8:30 p.m. $8.

VALLEY STAGE MUSIC FESTIVAL WITH BROOKS WILLIAMS, DIANE ZEIGLER, COLIN MCCAFFREY, DON SHELDON & FRIENDS (bluegrass, contemporary folk, singer-songwriters), Blackbird Swale, Huntington, 1 p.m. $20/12. AA.

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SERVICE INDUSTRY NIGHT WITH DJS FATTIE B & ZEEJAY (laid-back grooves), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. COMEDY OPEN MIKE NIGHT, Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, 9 p.m. NC. 18+.

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CALL TO ARTISTS ARTISANS, CRAFTSPEOPLE AND FOOD PRODUCERS are sought for the Touch of Vermont holiday gift market December 9 in Montpelier City Hall. Benefit for O.U.R. House of Central Vermont. Info and application, joemacc@peoplepc.com or 310-1725.

RENEWABLE ENERGY ART PROJECT: Renewable Energy Vermont and NRG Systems are seeking artists to create "Renewables are Beautiful"-themed palettes for the Palettes of Vermont project. This will culminate with an art exhibit and silent auction in October. Deadline: September 1. Info re palette availability, 229-0099.

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ARTWORK “Without Warning”

by Lara Henderson

he Shelburne Art Center’s Augustthrough-September exhibition is actually two shows coexisting nicely in the same space: sculpture, and sculptural books. “Spirit of the Book” presents two-dozen artist-made books selected from the Vermont Book Arts Guild, creations culled from The Waskowmium collection, and selections from the University of Vermont Book Arts collection. An untitled sixperson sculpture show, with works appearing indoors and out, is also on view. The shows flow seamlessly together into a lively and unified, albeit eclectic, exhibition.

Book artist Marti Nash has described her process as a “dialogue, each step helping to determine the next along the way to something beyond my imagining.” She began her book on display, “There Is a Tree,” as a traditional picture book before reimagining it as a unique artist book.

Its woodsy illustrations are original black-and-white woodblock prints, handcolored in gouache on paper.

Five of the 18, 7-by-7-inch woodblocks from which the prints were made are also on display.

The pages of “There Is a Tree” open like the bellows of a concertina, and variations of the same design appear in books by Lara Henderson and Nancy Stone. Stone reveals in her artist statement that her book “Berry Patch” was “conceived over nine years as I observed vibrant stems emerging from frozen canes and the ruby glow of raspberries evolving from pear-like blossoms.” That poetic description of the 8-by-13-inch book’s origins nicely accounts for the source of its elegant color-pencil illustrations of the berry patch’s seasonal transformations.

Stone’s creation includes leaf prints and “plant canes” embedded in encaustic.

Henderson’s 8-by-8-inch “Without Warning” is a cave-like tunnel book.

Its aperture was cut into the concertina folds and plastered with black-andwhite words — from Xerox transfers and other printmaking techniques — which capture the mental cacophony of schizophrenia. Fortunately, Henderson’s interest in the disease is based on research she did in college, rather than personal experience. But regardless of the source, her 8-by-8-

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inch sculptural book unflinchingly describes the black hole of schizophrenia — which sometimes strikes young adults, as the title says, “Without Warning.”

Cestmir Suska is an internationally acclaimed sculptor from the Czech Republic who is presently working in the U.S. His pieces investigate pine cone forms, and are on view here as

horizontal sculpture lies directly on the ground, without a base, just like a pine cone that has fallen naturally. As seen in the rust print, it also has triangles diminishing in size at its ends, like pine cone scales.

Denis Versweyveld also explores gigantism with his cement “Ceremonial Vessels.” A 37-inch maquette of the piece is in the gallery;

The shows flow seamlessly together into a lively and unified, albeit eclectic, exhibition. part of the group sculpture show.

“Pine Cone Circles” is a 59-by-59inch rust-colored print on white paper, tinted by the red oxide of Suska’s outdoor sculptures. He borrows triangles derived from traditional Czech motifs and organizes them into the concentrically circular rhythms in which conifer pine cone scales grow.

The triangles of “Pine Cone Circles” recede into the center of the composition and become progressively smaller.

Suska’s outdoor pine cone-inspired sculptures were cut from cast-off metal. “Pine Cone Cylinder” was fashioned from the propane tank from which he pulled his rust print. The

the full-sized version, twice as large, is installed outdoors. Versweyveld’s human-scaled, abstract concrete teapot, cup and bottle refer to the Japanese tea ceremony. The vertical, cylindrical forms are gracefully tapered, and the outdoor version of the tea set is left in naturally colored gray concrete.

By presenting coexisting, threedimensional approaches to visual arts — sculpture and books — the Shelburne Art Center crosses formal boundaries and illustrates how parallel the two mediums actually are.

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17TH ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT: A juried show featuring works by amateur and professional photographers, presented by the Green Mountain Cultural Center. Joslyn Round Barn, Waitsfield, 496-7722.

Reception August 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Through September 4.

‘NEW EXHIBITIONS’: "Et l'eau repondit," a conversation between Vermont painter Janet Fredericks and Canadian poet Guy Jean, Main Gallery; Ellis Jacobsen paintings, South Gallery; and work from the permanent collection, Wood Room. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, 828-8743. Reception August 17, 5-7 p.m. Through September 24.

AYN BALDWIN RIEHLE & KATE DONNELLY: "Deep Woods" & "New Work": Complex watercolors, and paintings, shadow boxes and toys, respectively. 215 College Street Artists' Collective, Burlington, 863-3662. Artists' talk August 18, 4:15 p.m., followed by reception 5-8 p.m. Through September 17.

PAIGE RUSSELL, JED KRYSTAL & TABBATHA HENRY: A collection of light objects. Pine Street Art Works, Burlington, 863-8100.

Reception August 18, 5-8 p.m. Through August.

FEATURED ARTIST EXHIBIT: Works by Robert Hooker, Isaac Graham, Lali, Kathryn Palmer Wiegers, Evearad Stelfox and the Killington Arts Guild. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, 775-0356. Reception August 18, 5-8 p.m.

Through September 24.

‘ANNUAL SAMPLING’: Works by the Firehouse Community Darkroom members and teachers. Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, 4th Floor, Burlington, 865-7161. Reception August 18, 5-7 p.m. Through August.

HUGH TOWNLEY: Wood relief and sculpture.

Big Town Gallery, Rochester, 767-9670.

Reception August 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Through September 24.

TALKS/ EVENTS VERMONT PAINTINGS, PRINTS & SONG: Artists Valerie Ugro and Catherine Wargo display paintings of Vermont landscapes and still lifes while singer-songwriter Linda Cullum performs acoustic music on guitar.

Sugar Run Community Building, Waitsfield, 496-4061. August 19, 3-5 p.m.

LUNCHTIME GALLERY TALK: Barbara Thompson, curator of African, Oceanic and Native American Collections, discusses "A Carved Post From Tanzania." Hood Gallery, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603-6462808. August 22, 12:30 p.m.

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TALKS/EVENTS << 53A KENYAN SCULPTOR ARTIST TALK: Artist-inresidence Harrisson Mburu discusses his scrap-metal sculptures. Carving Studio and Sculpture Center, W. Rutland, 438-2097.

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MARIA CHOMENTOWSKI: Large-scale paintings featuring current events such as Hurricane Katrina and the effect of free trade on Latin America. Rose Street Gallery, Burlington, 734-0772. Through August.

‘AURORA’: Whimsical works on paper. One Wall Gallery, 420 Pine Street, Burlington, 9228005. Through August 30.

GRAHAM KEEGAN: "Break," prints, drawings, paintings, drafting and sculpture.

Uncommon Grounds, Burlington, 865-6227.

Through August.

CLARK DERBES: "My Weird World," drawings on metal and mixed-media collages composed of hundreds of small drawings and paintings. Green Door Studio, Burlington, 225-614-8037. Through August.

‘BEST IN SHOW’: A group exhibition featuring work that explores the many aspects of man's best friend: the dog. E1 Studio Collective, Burlington, 860-0786. Through August.

NANCY DWYER: The UVM art professor investigates language acquisition using digital technology in a mixed-media installation.

Firehouse Gallery, Burlington, 865-7165.

Through August 27.

CHLOE SMOLARSKI: Video installations and manipulated objects by the New York-based former Vermonter. Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, 2nd Floor, Burlington, 865-7165.

Through August 29.

STACEY CARNELL: "Ecofacture," a mixedmedia exploration of man vs. nature. Made Boutique & Gallery, Wing Building, Burlington, 651-0659. Through August.

GROUP SHOW: Paintings by Candy Barr, Vilu Niiler, Barbara Scotch and Suzanne Rexford Winston. Artpath Gallery, Wing Building, Burlington, 563-2273. Through October.

‘FASTIDIOUS’: Ceramic vessels and sculpture by Shane M. Keena, Josh LeMay and Shoshona Snow. Ice Coast Gallery, Burlington, 8655210. Through August.

GROUP SHOW: Mixed-media paintings by students Leslie Bonnette, Harrison Terrell, Bill Jeram, Evan Haslegrave, Morgan Streeter, Liza Quintana, Sarah Quintana, Jim Gallugi and more. Wingspan Painting Studio, Burlington, 233-7676. Through August by appointment.

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‘COLORS OF THE AMAZON’: Featherworks from ANNA VREMAN & KERIN ROSE: Paintings of the Nalin & Petersen Collections, including Vermont and new silver jewelry, respectively. Frog ceremonial headdresses, costumes, musical Hollow, Burlington, 863-6458. Through August. instruments and baskets by groups in the ‘WORN OUT’: More than 50 artists and designBrazilian Amazon region. Fleming Museum, ers use the T-shirt as a canvas. Pursuit UVM, Burlington, 656-0750. Through Gallery, Wing Building, Burlington, November 19. skye@skyechalmers.com. Through August.

DAVID MATTHEWS: Vibrant images of local KAREN BUNCH: "Vermont Plates," paintings. buildings and places, created during a The Wine Bar, Burlington, 453-7452.

GRACE workshop. Kolvoord Community Through September 25.

Room, Brownell Library, Essex Junction, SUZAN ST. JOHN: Artworks in Japanese-style 878-6956. Through August. brush painting, watercolor, markers and col‘WEATHER OR NOT’: A group show featuring ored pens. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, Dan Fisher and 14 other regional artists.

878-6955. Through August.

Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery, Shelburne, 985JUDITH MCMANIS: Liturgical paintings.

3848. Through August 22.

Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Burlington, MINDY ARLEDGE: "Nature Revealed," color 864-0471. Through September. landscape photography. Cynthea's Spa, MAGGIE STANDLEY: "Underlying Forces," Burlington, 999-4601. Through August 30. large-scale, mixed-media paintings.

EMMANUEL TISSOT: "Focused Emotions," phoBurlington International Airport, 865-7166. tographs. Emile A. Gruppe Gallery, Jericho, Through September.

899-3211. Through August 25.

CARLY MARSH: Multimedia collages, Dining MARINA EPSTEIN: Oil and tempera paintings Room; and LAURIE SWIFT: "Abstract on mythological themes. Burlington Airport, Fantasy," oil paintings, Greenhouse; and 229-6297. Through September 5.

MATT MARRO: "Running Through the NICHOLAS HECHT: "Dragon People," paintLandscape Arms Flailing in Discontent," ings, drawings and sculptures by the mixed media, Bar. Daily Planet, Burlington, Montpelier artist. Flynndog, Burlington, 272862-9647. Through August.

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‘ARE YOU LISTENING? STORIES FROM THE NANCY WEBER: "Snakes and Snails and Puppy COMMUNITY’: Participants in a St. Michael's Dog Tails," photographs. Firehouse Center College aesthetics class interpreted a range for the Visual Arts Community Darkroom, of life memories in watercolor, montage, Burlington, 865-7165. Through August. photography, sculpture, poetry and script.

‘PALETTES OF VERMONT’ SHELBURNE: Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library, Handpainted artists' palettes created for a Burlington, 865-7200. Through August 26. statewide project by community members.

JON YOUNG: Recent landscape paintings. Club Pierson Library, Shelburne, 985-2472.

Metronome, Burlington, 524-7308. Through Through September 5.

August.

MATTHEW THORSEN: Photographs, paintings ‘SPIRIT OF THE BOOK’: A juried exhibition of and collages. Full Tank Glass Gallery, artists' books by members of the Vermont Burlington, 865-8265. Through August.

Book Arts Guild, as well as indoor sculpture S.P. GOODMAN: "Landscapes: Vermont/Italy to complement works outdoors. Shelburne (and New Jersey)," photographs. Pine Street Art Center, 985-3648. Through September.

Art Works, Burlington, 863-8100. Through REID CROSBY: Large, figure-inspired paintings.

August.

Studio STK, Burlington, 657-3333. Through PHEBE MOTT: "Summer Serendipity," acrylic August 19. paintings. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn SARAH-LEE TERRAT: "Images Inspired," Center, Burlington, 652-4500. Through paintings. Mezzanine Balcony, Fletcher Free September 2.

Library, Burlington, 865-7200. Through VERMONT ARTISTS SHOW: Kari Meyer, Sara August.

Katz, Dug Nap, Judith Lerner and H. Keith VALERIE UGRO: "Vermont Watercolors," origiWagner show their works in multiple media. nal paintings, Skyway Corridor; and MARINA Seventh Generation, Burlington, 865-7554.

EPSTEIN: Abstract oil and tempera paintThrough October 26. ings with mythological themes, Gates 1 & 2.

‘IMMORTAL LIKENESS’: Prints, drawings, Burlington International Airport Gallery, watercolors and photographs from the per865-7166. Through September 1. manent collection showcase the art of porTODD REED: "In the Raw," jewelry featuring traiture. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, raw, uncut diamond cubes and gold; and Through 27.1 656-0750.

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THINKING GREEN Green Door Studio is a dynamic artists’ collective space, founded in 2001, in Burlington’s South End. Nine of its affiliated artists have chosen the Community College of Vermont’s third-floor exhibition space, however, for a group show entitled simply, “Behind the Green Door.” It’s an obscure venue but well worth seeking out. “Would Jesus Be Happy?” by Green Door cofounder Drew Luan Matott is just one of 125 “People’s Portraits of Bush” in the exhibit. Paintings, photos, paper arts, sculpture and collage are among the other works. PHOTO: MARC AWODEY and collage by members of the local studio collective. Third Floor Hallway Gallery, CCV, Burlington, 951-1252. Through August 25.

‘LARGE-SCALE PAINTING’: Works by Maize Bausch, Kim Malloy, Lynn Rupe and Lois Whitmore. VCAM Space, 208 Flynn Ave., 2-G, Burlington, 651-0736 or 660-4335. Through September 1.

‘HOMEY AND HIP’: Furniture created for Knoll Inc. by designers including Frank Gehry, Isamu Noguchi, Eero Saarinen and Harry Bertoia, Collector's House; and "SILHOUETTES IN THE SKY: THE ART OF THE WEATHERVANE," highlights from the permanent collection; and "STEAMBOATS & THE VERMONT LANDSCAPE IN THE 19TH CENTURY," from the museum's American paintings collection, Webb Gallery; and "THE ARTFUL LIFE OF TASHA TUDOR," works of art by and about the beloved author-illustrator, Vermont House; and "SIMPLE BEAUTY," paintings by Georgia O'Keeffe, Webb Gallery. Shelburne Museum, 985-3346. All through October.

:: champlain valley LLORRAINE NEITHARDT: "The Erotic Life of the Foot," an installation of shoe art.

Gallery in-the-Field, Brandon, 247-0125.

Through September 5.

CRAIG WILTSE: Original paintings. Bar Antidote, Stevens House, Vergennes, 8657166. Through September 25.

KIT DONNELLY, BARBARA CONNER & KARLA VAN VLIET: Paintings by the Vermont artists. Tully & Marie's Restaurant, Middlebury, 388-4182. Through August.

‘PALETTES OF VERMONT’ STARKSBORO: Handpainted artists' palettes created for a statewide project by local teens, homeschooled and daycare children. Starksboro Public Library, 453-3732. Through September.

JACKEE FOLEY & COLIENE MOORE: "A Matter of Interpretation," sculpture and paintings, and metal works, respectively. Brandon Artists Guild, 247-4956. Through August.

‘THE STORY OF OLD VERMONT’: Black-andwhite state history drawings commissioned

by Montpelier-based National Life Insurance Company in the 1930s and '40s for schoolchildren. Chimney Point State Historic Site, Addison, 759-2412. Through October 9.

NINA GABY: "Platters, Dolls and Collage," earthenware and mixed-media figures. The Bristol Dental Group, Middlebury, 388-4944.

Through September.

‘FACE TO FACE: VERMONT PORTRAITS 17951930’: An exhibit of portraits of individuals who contributed to Vermont's heritage.

2x2-PineStArt081606 8/15/06 Henry Sheldon Museum, Middlebury, 3882117. Through September 3.

:: central FRANCIS MORAN: "Mostly People: A Collected Works Sampler," photographs. Montpelier City Hall, 583-3344. Through September.

HARRIET WOOD: Oil and acrylic paintings.

Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 4568708. Through August 30.

VALLEY YOUNG ARTIST OF THE YEAR EXHIBIT: Middle and high school students show their works and compete for the award, presented by the Green Mountain Cultural Center. Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield, 496-7722. Through August 27.

MARILYN RUSECKAS: Modern realist pastel paintings. Marilyn Ruseckas Studio, Warren, 496-9975. Through August 27 by appointment.

BIG RED BARN ART SHOW: More than 20 Valley artists exhibit works in multiple media. Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm, Waitsfield, 496-4789. Through August 27.

MARIE LAPRE GRABON: Marionettes and fetish dolls. Artisans' Gallery, Waitsfield, 496-6256. Through August.

MARIE LAPRE GRABON: "If David'd Worn Sneakers, Art History Revised in a Shoe Box," clay sculptures. The Shoe Horn, Montpelier, 223-53454. Through August.

‘THE RECYCLE SHOW’: Prints reworked and renewed by artists of TRPS and Studio 250 in Burlington. Two Rivers Printmaking Studio, White River Junction, 295-5901.

Through August 30.

JUDITH BRYANT & DARYL STORRS: "Color My World," pottery inspired by travels through Tibet, and whimsical pastel landscapes, respectively. Artisans Hand, Montpelier, 2299492. Through September 4.

‘COVERED BRIDGES: SPANNING THE AMERICAN LANDSCAPE: A touring exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution includes photographs, architectural and engineering drawings, models and artifacts celebrating this historic structure. Montshire Museum of Science, Norwich, 649-2200. Through October 15.

OUTDOOR SCULPTURE: Works in multiple media populate the gardens, pondside and woods. Joslyn Round Barn, Waitsfield, 4967722. Through August 27.

ROY NEWTON: Limited-edition linoblock prints of notable jazz musicians. Parade Gallery, Waitsfield, 496-5445. Through August 27.

MR. MASTERPIECE: Large-scale acrylic semiabstract paintings. Health in Motion, Waitsfield, 399-9511. Through August 27.

‘CHINESE BIRD & FLOWER PAINTINGS AND LANDSCAPES’: Works by artists Li Xubai, 5:22 1 Bundy Center for the Ru andPage Zou Ming.

Jia PM Arts, Waitsfield, 496-4781. Through September 4.

LEONARD RACHITA & WILLIAM NUTT: New "Photograms and Phototrams" by the Romania-born, Paris-based photographer; and carved-stone works by the Vermont sculptor, respectively. Carving Studio and Sculpture Center, West Rutland, 438-2097.

Through September 22.

HUGH TOWNLEY: Relief and free-standing wood sculptures by the Bethel, Vermont, artist.

Governor's Office, Pavilion Building, Montpelier, 828-0749. Through September 27.

ALENA SCHNARR & TIMOTHY DUNGAN-LEVANT: Photographs of landscapes, cityscapes and ephemeral moments in Vermont and elsewhere. Rhapsody Café, Montpelier, 2296112. Through August.

CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIES SHOW: A group exhibit by members. The Green Bean Art Gallery at Capitol Grounds, Montpelier, artwhirled23@yahoo.com.

Through August.

ANNA DIBBLE: "Dog Days," oil paintings, pastels and multimedia sculptures dedicated to the joyful spirit of dogs. The Lazy Pear Gallery, Montpelier, 223-7680. Through September 15.

‘PALETTES OF VERMONT’ BARRE: Handpainted artists' palettes created for a statewide project by local artists. Barre Opera House, 4768188. Through September 1.

BIRD, FLOWER & LANDSCAPE PAINTINGS: Works by Chinese artists Li Xubai, Jia Ru and Zou Ming. Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, 496-4781. Through September 4.

CRISTINE CAMBREA STONE: "C. Cambrea Surreal Visionary," abstract works on wood and canvas, and prints. Phoenix Rising, Montpelier, 229-0522. Through August.

‘EASY BREEZY’: A lighthearted collection of art, craft and photography by 14 area artists. Nina Gaby Studio & Gallery, Brookfield, 276-3726. Through October 15.

‘THE SMALL PALETTES’: More than 65 wooden palettes decorated by local artists as part of a statewide community art project. Brandon Artists Guild, 247-4956. Through September.

ALEXANDRIA HEATHER: Free art: an ongoing giveaway of innovative, funky paintings on vintage windows; one piece a day will be given away. 39 Main St., Plainfield, 4541082. Through August 29.

:: northern ELIZABETH WILKINSON & JODI WHALEN HOH: "Sacred Emptiness," fiber works and acrylic paintings on wood, respectively. The Fauve Front Porch Gallery, St. Albans, 3248191. Through August by appointment.

MERYL LEIBOWITZ: New scenic paintings.

Vermont Fine Art, Gale Farm Center, Stowe, 253-9653. Through August.

IMMI STORRS & PAUL AHO: Contemporary sculpture and paintings, respectively. Clarke Galleries, Stowe, 253-7116. Through October 1.

‘NEW ARTISTS/NEW WORK’: Recent artworks in multiple media by regularly exhibiting artists along with a few new ones. West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park, Stowe, 2538943. Through September.

‘LAND AND LIGHT’: An annual invitational group exhibit of works in multiple media by regional artists, West Gallery, through December 17; and "WATERSCAPES": a juried water-theme group show, East Gallery, through September 10. Bryan Memorial Gallery, Jeffersonville, 644-5100.

LYNA LOU NORDSTROM: "Pathways & Veils," monotypes, solar etchings and collagraphs.

Copley Woodlands, Stowe, 253-7200.

Through August.

DOROTHY MARTINEZ: "The Language of Boats," new abstract paintings. Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery, Stowe, 253-1818.

Through September.

‘DRAWING THE LINE’: Marie LaPre Grabon, Carolyn Lyons Horan, Jacquie Mauer, Harlan Mack, Cynthia Peterson and Emily Curtis Murphy explore the versatility of line in their art. The Painted Caravan Gallery, Johnson, 635-1700. Through August 24.

GAYLEEN AIKEN: Handmade books and drawings by the late Vermont artist. Firehouse Gallery, Hardwick, 472-6857. Through September 4.

SUMMER SHOW: The carriage-barn venue features works in all media by more than 40 artists, and 20 "Palettes of Vermont" by Craftsbury artists. East Tamarack Gallery, Craftsbury, 586-8078. Open weekends through September 3.

‘VERMONT COLLECTIONS’: A group exhibit of works by 24 regional and international artists from the collections of 16 Vermont institutions; and "THEN AND NOW III: HARMONY AND LINE/JAPANESE INFLUENCE ON FOUR VERMONT ARTISTS," works by Roselle Abramowitz, Chris Curtis, Jim Kelso and Tari Swenson, East Gallery, both through August 27. And "EXPOSED!": An annual outdoor show featuring 21 sculptures by local and national artists on the gallery lawn, along Main Street and the recreation path, through October 14. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, 253-8358.

RICHARD W. BROWN: "Echoes of the Past: The Last of the Hill Farms," black-and-white photographs of rural Vermont. Fairbanks Museum, St. Johnsbury, 748-2372. Through October 29.

:: southern MARGARET LAMPE KANNENSTINE: "Inside Outside Out," recent paintings on canvas and paper. Bridgewater Mill Gallery, 6725175. Through August 26.

SANDRA PEALER: "Windsong: A Summer Exhibition," watercolors. Windsor House Café, 674-5713. Through August.

‘FROM CASSATT TO WYETH: AMERICAN MASTERWORKS’: A selection of 33 paintings, works on paper and sculpture, from the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Hunter Gallery, Elizabeth de C. Wilson Museum, through September 1; and ROSITA MARLBOROUGH: "Recent Works: After Morocco," abstracted landscape paintings and stylized portraits by the Duchess of Marlborough, Elizabeth de C. Wilson Museum & Yester House Gallery, through September 1; and SCULPTURE GARDEN: Five regional artists show outdoor works, through October 22. Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester, 362-1405.

:: regional ROCKWELL KENT: One hundred works from the permanent collection, including book illustrations, advertisements, poster art, life drawings and more. Burke Gallery, Myers Fine Arts Building, Plattsburgh State Art Museum, 518-564-2474. Through September 17.

‘COAXING THE SPIRITS TO DANCE’: Art and Society in the Papuan Gulf of New Guinea, including ancestor boards, masks, drums and other objects; and "REMBRANDT: MASTER OF LIGHT AND SHADOW": Etchings and drypoint prints from the permanent collection; both through September 17; and "GLOBALIZATION IN ANCIENT COSTA RICAN ARTS": Vessels and figures in ceramic and stone, through October 1. Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603-646-2808.

‘IL MODO ITALIANO’: Nearly 400 objects, from furniture to ceramics, representing 20thcentury Italian design, Jean-Noel Desmarais Pavilion, through August 27; and "ITUKIAGATTA!" More than 45 Inuit sculptures from the TD Bank Financial Group's collection, through October 8; and "SOUND AND VISION," photographic and video images in contemporary Canadian art from three Canadian museums, through October 22.

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By announcing that he was relying on Mapquest to navigate the United States’ exit from an apparent quagmire in Iraq, the president was running the risk of making his administration appear as if it had run out of ideas of its own.

But in a White House press briefing this morning, Mr. Bush defended his use of what he called “the Internets,” adding that he was also hoping to find an international peacekeeping force for Lebanon at Craigslist.

The president said that he began his search at Mapquest by typing in “Iraq” as the starting location and “United States of

America” as the ending location.

He acknowledged that the process of finding an exit strategy at the Mapquest site was complicated by the fact that many of the streets that Mapquest displays for Iraq have

“The good news is that I found the most direct route from Iraq to the U.S. The bad news is that the estimated travel time is 20 years.”

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The good news is that I found the most direct route from Iraq to the U.S. The bad news is that the estimated travel time is 20 years.

Mr. Bush not existed since the United States began bombing the country in 2003.

Ultimately, Mr. Bush said his search for an exit strategy at Mapquest yielded mixed results:

infants and children are more likely to be overweight, and so are readers of the magazine Obesity. m

Award-winning humorist, television personality and film actor Andy Borowitz is author of the new book The Republican Playbook, to be published October 2006. To find out more about Andy Borowitz and read his past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate webpage at www.creators.com.

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PREVIEWS ACCEPTED: Justin Long, Blake Lively, Mark Derwin and Columbus Short enroll in director Steve Pink’s comedy about a group of high school seniors who get rejected by so many colleges they decide to make one of their own. (93 min, PG13) LITTLE MISS SUNSHINEHHHH Music video vets Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris make their feature-film debut with this road movie about a family that barely survives a trip to a children’s beauty pageant. The ensemble cast includes Greg Kinnear, Toni Collette, Alan Arkin and Steve Carell. (101 min, R) MATERIAL GIRLS: From Martha Coolidge comes this comedy about a pair of wealthy sisters forced to get along with those less privileged when their family fortune vanishes. Starring Hilary and Haylie Duff. (97 min, PG) SNAKES ON A PLANE: What can we say?

Starring Samuel L. Jackson, Kenan Thompson, Rachel Blanchard and a whole lot of high-altitude reptiles. Directed by David R. Ellis.

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Little Miss Sunshine HHHH

E ROUTE OF ALL EVIL A family trip turns into a comic journey through hell in the summer’s most buzzedabout indie.

very once in a while a small picture from unknown firsttimers comes along and shows the big boys in Hollywood how it’s supposed to be done. Little Miss Sunshine is such a film. Everyone in Tinseltown should be required by law to watch it repeatedly. The rest of the country, I predict, will line up to do so on its own.

No movie out there has generated better word-of-mouth this summer, and for good reason. This is a very good movie, and every single member of the cast is very, very good, from the first frame to the last. Greg Kinnear, for example, has been very good in some very good films, but has never been better than he is here as the head of the Hoover clan, an Albuquerque family that has raised dysfunction to an art form.

Kinnear plays a struggling motivational speaker trapped in the loop of his own success formula. His character has come up with a nine-step program called “Refuse to Lose.” But things are not exactly catching fire for him and, while the sane next move would be to give up on his dream and try something else, his patented philosophy forbids him from making it. It’s a vexing little existential web he’s woven for himself.

Paul (L.I.E.) Dano plays his teenaged stepson, a Nietzsche devotee who’s taken a vow of silence and communicates through terse messages scrawled on notepads. They run the gamut from “I hate everyone” to “Go hug Mom,” so you know there’s an arc of some significance with respect to his character.

Toni Collette is the on-the-verge wife and mother. Her character doesn’t need one more thing to worry about, but is handed a big one anyway: Her brother survives a suicide attempt and has to move in so he can be watched around the clock. Steve Carell turns in a masterfully understated performance as a gay Proust scholar who lost it when a Jag-driving rival academic beat him out of the MacArthur genius grant he had yearned for. It’s easy to understand why the filmmakers originally courted Bill Murray for the role, but watch the film and ask yourself whether you can really imagine Murray — or any other comic actor — making more out of this relatively peripheral part than Carell does.

Alan Arkin is an early arrival on my Best Supporting Actor list for the year thanks to his portrayal of the family’s pornloving, heroin-snorting Grandpa. This character may sound

like a gimmick on paper. On the screen, however, the actor gives the old guy soul, wisdom, humor and heart, not to mention a heaping helping of rage. Grandpa rages against the dying of the light. He rages against the fact that his days of sexual delight are behind him. He rages against having to eat take-out KFC for dinner so often.

In a film he has filled with remarkable, and remarkably real, characters, first-time screenwriter Michael Arndt has conjured something wholly original in this complex, vulnerable and immensely memorable figure. “What’s someone your age doing taking drugs?” Grandpa is asked. His answer: “My age is ‘when you need them.’” There’s a brutal honesty at play here that most films — much less most comedies — wouldn’t touch with a 10-foot boom mike.

The little engine that drives Arndt’s story is a 7-year-old who, amidst all the angst, tragedy and failure, has somehow managed to remain touchingly upbeat about life. Abigail Breslin is great as the youngest Hoover — bespectacled, on the chubby side and besotted with beauty pageants. She came in second in a local competition and, through a fluke, winds up with a spot in the national Little Miss Sunshine contest to be held in Redondo Beach, California. Tight finances prohibit her from flying out with one parent. Instead, she makes the trip surrounded by her entire extended family in a rundown yellow VW bus that, one guesses, is left over from a more carefree time.

Yes, this is a road movie. Yes, we make the trip in the company of yet another indie family composed of quirky, neurotic types. And, yes, we’ve been down this road before. Hell, Alan Arkin alone has made a festival’s worth of these films. But it just doesn’t matter. The cast, the script and the direction by musicvideo vets Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris are simply too good to be missed just because they are in the service of a familiar film form. You wouldn’t dismiss a great movie romance because you’ve seen love stories before. Don’t make the mistake of missing Little Miss Sunshine just because the Hoovers aren’t the first screwed-up family you’ve ever seen on the screen.

As sublime as is each of its parts, this movie is infinitely more than the sum of them. That rickety, ridiculous yellow bus provides a ride you won’t soon forget, and will be sorry to see come to an end. m

A SCANNER DARKLYHHH1/2 From Richard Linklater comes this visually adventurous adaptation of the Philip K. Dick novel offering dual cautions about the dangers of drug abuse and the government’s capacity to abuse its power.

With Keanu Reeves, Woody Harrelson, Winona Ryder and Robert Downey. (100 min, R) AN INCONVENIENT TRUTHHHH1/2 In Davis Guggenheim’s documentary, Al Gore explains the truth about global warming and the threat it poses to the planet.

(100 min, PG) BARNYARD: THE ORIGINAL PARTY ANIMALSHH Kevin James, Courteney Cox, Earthquake and Danny Glover are among the voice cast in Steve Oedekerk’s animated comedy about a group of animals that go a little too wild when their owner leaves town on a trip. (90 min, PG) CARSHHH1/2 The latest from the pixelfixated folks who brought us Toy Story and The Incredibles is an animated comedy set in the world of talking autos.

Equipped with the vocal stylings of Paul Newman, Owen Wilson, Cheech Marin and Bonnie Hunt. Directed by John Lasseter.

(116 min, G) CLERKS 2HHHH Writer-director Kevin Smith checks back in with New Jersey check-out clerks Dante Hicks and Randal Graves and reports on the changes the two uber-slackers have gone through over the past 10-plus years. Starring Brian O’Halloran, Jeff Anderson, Trevor Ferhman and Rosario Dawson. (98 min, R) CLICKHHH Frank (The Wedding Singer) Coraci directs Adam Sandler in this comedy about an out-of-control family man who gets his hands on a one-of-a-kind universal remote that enables him literally to control his universe. Kate Beckinsale and Christopher Walken costar. (107 min, PG-13)

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H = refund, please HH = could’ve been worse, but not a lot HHH = has its moments; so-so HHHH = smarter than the average bear HHHHH = as good as it gets Ratings assigned to movies not reviewed by Rick Kisonak are courtesy of Metacritic.com, which averages scores given by the country’s most widely read reviewers (Rick included).

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NOT TOTALLY NAKED

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Movie Missionary woman and had two children, now both in their early twenties. The family moved from Florida to Vermont two decades ago to be closer to his wife’s Québec-based parents.

Williams became a licensed psychotherapist in 1994 and has taught various subjects at the Community College of Vermont. Thanks to an administrative mix-up, one of them was a course about documentaries, even though he knew little about that topic at the beginning of the semester.

Three years ago Williams launched a Christian discussion group for young people called Boat — a nod to Noah’s Ark. Other participants morphed into a rock band that rehearsed at the Jubilee Gospel Church on Intervale Avenue.

Boat soon sank, however, and Williams began channeling his hallelujah spirit into a visual art form. In 2003, with no previous filmmaking experience, he decided to shoot a 10-minute short depicting a Nativity play that was enacted in his garage. That effort was followed by an impressive literary output: five screenplays in the course of one year. The first script Williams chose to develop is Not Totally Naked, a “dramedy” that combines several genres: noir mystery, coming-of-age tale, spiritual saga and musical.

A couple of years ago, Williams wit-

nessed a sudden doubling of his regular clients. This financial windfall, along with a credit card, covered the production phase of his indie picture’s $25,000 budget. “A nightclub scene we shot at FlynnSpace cost $1000 a minute,” he reports. “It had to look like a 1950s Bogart movie, with people wearing gloves, hats and white dinner jackets.

We had 10 couples dancing to a live band, Soularium.”

Christine Stone, the vocalist with this rhythm-and-blues combo, composed two songs for the sequence and appears in the film as a femme fatale named Eva. She hires Tom (Galen Blodgett), the fledgling detective, to spy on her presumably philandering husband (Jason Lorber). Tom enlists his best friends (Michael Stridsberg and Stevie Schubart) — respectively, a nerd who doesn’t believe in God and a punk rocker susceptible to the lure of voodoo and shamanism.

Such beliefs are anathema to Williams, even though his own theology is checkered. “I tell people there’s a fundamentalist inside me, a liberal Christian inside me, an ecumenical inside me and even an atheist inside me,” he says.

Perhaps it was the psychotherapist inside him that gave his make-believe protagonist Tom a troubled family, including a “multi-divorced” mother (Blodgett’s actual mom, Grace Kiley).

Williams’ own clan — son Jonathan, daughter Lizzie, wife Frances and dog Merlot — got its cinematic due as well.

“My brother Timothy came all the way from Florida, and he plays a fake shaman,” says Williams. The filmmaker himself portrays — what else? — the leader of a spirituality class.

Williams is about to edit the footage.

He’s also trying to sell his $6800 Panasonic high-definition digital video camera on eBay. His bank account has been drained by the project, but financial constraints be damned. He is already planning to enter the film in various festivals, and envisioning his next movie: The Red Bridge, about a Bosnian solider who wants to apologize for participating in a gang rape. That’s a subject likely to raise a few evangelical eyebrows.

Williams suspects his father, who still lives in South Africa, would consider even Not Totally Naked sinful, though “it’s really just a G-rated story with a couple of cuss words and people running around in their underwear.” m

“Flick Chick” is a weekly column that can also be read on www.sevendaysvt.com.

To reach Susan Green, email flickchick@sevendaysvt.com.

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BY DAVID DIEFENDORF

READ THIS FIRST:

This week, as always, the things Fannie likes (shown in CAPITAL letters) all follow a secret rule. Can you figure out what it is?

NOTE: Fickle Fannie likes words. But each week she likes something different about them — how they’re spelled, how they sound, how they look, what they mean, or what’s inside them.

Always TAKE a look at the PLACE before you buy it.

If you CARRY on too much you may have to talk to the CHIEF. “CONDUCT unbecoming” is one of those military QUOTES. It’s always an ADVENTURE to APPROPRIATE funds.

The children were BEGOTTEN under a moon of FIRE. Alfred’s slovenly wedding clothes FIT his careless DEMEANOR. Warren seemed happy to be GIVING away his FORTUNE. Intellectual curiosity may LEAD a guy to READ some books.

That cheeky nurse knows just how to TREAT a dizzy SPELL. Teen beans don’t TRUST their parents to UNDERSTAND. E me with your Qs or comments (dd44art@aol.com). Difficulty rating for this puzzle: YOU MAY BE EASILY MISLED. If you’re stuck, see the HINT on this page. If you cave, see the ANSWER on page 63A. So much for Fickle Fannie’s tastes this week.

Next week she’ll have a whole new set of likes and dislikes.

FICKLE FANNIE HINT: Suppose they were all beauty pageant winners.

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ruth may trump fiction in the world of writer-director Mark Williams, who just wrapped Not Totally Naked after a two-week shoot in Chittenden, Franklin and Washington counties. The 48-yearold Burlington resident’s debut feature focuses on a teenage boy who is busted for pot and goes on to become a selfstyled private eye with the fanciful élan of Dashiell Hammett’s gumshoe Sam Spade. But the imaginary kid’s misadventures are only slightly wilder than the real-life career arc of the man who dreamed them up.

The son of an American missionary, Williams lived in South Africa from age 10 to 18. “We were a radical Protestant evangelical sect within Churches of Christ,” he explains. “We were antiPentecostal and anti-Roman Catholic.

There was a long list of what we were against, because we felt no one else was saved.”

Williams later became a fundamentalist minister himself, but grew disillusioned with that path and left the sect in 1990. Still committed to Christianity, he “bounced around” the religious spectrum, checking out Mennonites, American Baptists, Southern Baptists and the Assemblies of God. (He currently worships in a “house church” with a four-person congregation.) Along the way, Williams married a Montréal

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< filmclips> SHORTS << 59A JOHN TUCKER MUST DIEHH They aren’t super ex-girlfriends, but they are extraordinarily mad. Three teenage girls plot to get revenge on the boyfriend they had in common in this comedy from Betty Thomas. With Jesse Metcalfe, Ashanti, Brittany Snow and Sophia Bush.

(87 min, PG-13) MIAMI VICEHH1/2 First he gave us the ‘80s TV series. Now Michael Mann brings us his own big-screen adaptation. Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx play the dapper undercover duo, Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs. Gong Li, Justin Theroux and Naomie Harris costar. (135 min, R) MONSTER HOUSEHHH1/2 Steve Buscemi, Jason Lee and Catherine O’Hara are among the voice cast in this animated horror-comedy about a trio of tots who tangle with an evil edifice. Gil Kenan makes his feature directorial debut. (91 min, PG) PEACEFUL WARRIORHH Nick Nolte and Scott Mechlowicz star in this adaptation of the bestelling memoir by Dan Millman, concerning the spiritual transformation of an egocentric college gymnast. With Amy Smart. Directed by Victor Salva. (120 min, PG-13) PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MAN'S CHESTH1/2 Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley are back on board for the continuing adventures of everybody’s favorite seafaring Keith Richards soundalike. Gore Verbinski once again helms. (145 min, PG-13) PULSEH Kristen Bell, Samm Levine and Christina Millan star in Jim Sonzero’s English-language adaptation of Kairo, a Japanese horror film about yet another website that turns out to be a gateway to Hades. With Rick Gonzalez.

RUSSIAN DOLLSHHH1/2 From Cedric Klapisch comes this follow-up to the popular romantic comedy L’Auberge Espagnol with both Romain Duris and Audrey Tautou picking up the characters they played in the first film as a group of old friends meets up again after a 5year break. (128 min, NR) SCOOPHH1/2 Together again. Scarlett Johansson and the Woodman re-team for this light, London-set comedy about a journalism student who chases a major story with the help of clues from beyond the grave. Featuring Allen, Ian McShane and Hugh Jackman.

STEP UPHH1/2 Anne Fletcher directs this inspirational drama about young people realizing their dream to dance their way to a better life. With Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan. (98 min, PG-13)

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TALLADEGA NIGHTS: THE BALLAD OF RICKY BOBBYHHHH Will Ferrell plays a race-car driver who’s a little on the slow side in this laugher from Adam (Anchorman) McKay. With John C. Reilly, Amy Adams and Gary Cole. (110 min, PG) THE ANT BULLYHHH John A. Davis (Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius) directs this animated morality tale about a boy who soaks an ant colony with his squirt gun, only to find himself shortly shrunk to insect-size and taught a life lesson.

Nicolas Cage, Paul Giamatti and Julia Roberts lend their voices. (88 min, PG) THE DESCENTHHH1/2 Neil (Dog Soldiers) Marshall wrote and directed this suspense-fest, in which female friends go caving and make a terrifying discovery underground. Starring Shauna MacDonald, Natalie Mendoza and Alex Reid. (99 min, R) THE DEVIL WEARS PRADAHHH Meryl Streep plays a high-powered, hot-tempered fashion mag editor in the bigscreen version of Lauren Weisberger’s bestselling novel. Costarring Anne Hathaway, Simon Baker and Stanley Tucci. David Frankel directs. (106 min, PG-13) THE NIGHT LISTENERHH1/2 Robin Williams stars in this psychological thriller about a celebrated writer whose life is turned upside down when he receives a manuscript from a troubled young fan. Based on the novel by Armistead Maupin. Toni Collette costars.

Patrick Stettner directs. (91 min, R) THE WAR TAPESHHHH The first war movie ever filmed by soldiers themselves, Deborah Scranton’s documentary takes the viewer to the frontlines in Iraq, and offers a glimpse of the war more intimate than anything any embedded reporter could ever provide. (97 min, NR) WATERHHHH From writer-director Deepa Mehta comes this drama, which is set in 1930s India and takes a critical look at the Hindu custom dictating that widows must be shut away in holy ashrams.

Starring Lisa Ray and Seema Biswas.

(114 min, PG-13) WHO KILLED THE ELECTRIC CAR?HHH1/2 Chris Paine brings us an automotive whodunit about the mysterious disappearance of a fleet of highly efficient, production plug-in cars that cruised the California highways briefly in the 1990s and then vanished. With a little help from General Motors. (90 min, PG)

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WORDPLAYHHH1/2 Devotees Jon Stewart, Bob Dole, Ken Burns and Bill Clinton are among the players interviewed in this documentary from Patrick Creadon about crossword-puzzle passion.

(90 min, NR) WORLD TRADE CENTERHHH1/2 Oliver Stone chronicles the true story of two Port Authority police officers who were trapped in the rubble of the twin towers on September 11. Starring Nicolas Cage, Michael Pena, Maria Bello and Patti D’Arbanville. (125 min, PG-13) YOU, ME AND DUPREEHH Owen Wilson, Kate Hudson and Matt Dillon are teamed in this comedy about a couple who can’t quite figure out how to get their loveable but loony houseguest out the door.

Amanda Detmer costars. Anthony and Joe Russo direct. (104 min, PG-13) ZOOMH1/2 Tim Allen is back in family-film mode as a retired superhero who puts his cape back on when he’s asked to teach at a school for young superheroes. For moviegoers who wished they’d make a sequel to Sky High, I’m guessing.

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MAJESTIC 10 Maple Tree Place, Taft Corners, Williston, 878-2010.

wednesday 16 — thursday 17 You, Me and Dupree 5, 7, 9. Peaceful Warrior 4, 6:30, 9. wednesday 18 — thursday 24 Disappearances 5, 7, 9 (except Sun).

The Ant Bully 4, 6 (except Sat), 8.

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. See calendar for special screenings.

Rt. 100, Morrisville, 888-3293. wednesday 16 — thursday 17 World Trade Center 1, 3:40, 6:40, 9:15.

Talladega Nights 1:10, 3:50, 7, 9:15.

An Inconvenient Truth 1:15, 4, 6:50, 8:40. Barnyard 1:20, 3:30, 6:30, 8.

Times subject to change.

Main Street, Montpelier, 229-0509.

Times subject to change.

ESSEX CINEMA

Times subject to change. See http://www.majestic10.com.

wednesday 16 — thursday 17 Talladega Nights & Click.

MARQUIS THEATER

friday 18 — thursday 24 *Accepted & You, Me & Dupree.

friday 18 — thursday 24 *Snakes on a Plane 1:10, 3:50, 6:50, 9:10. *Accepted 1:30, 4, 7, 9:10. World Trade Center 1, 3:40, 6:40, 9:10.

Talladega Nights 1:20, 3:30, 7:10, 9:15.

Essex Outlet Fair, Rt. 15 & 289, Essex Junction, 879-6543. wednesday 16 — thursday 17 Barnyard 12:50, 3, 5:15, 7:30, 9:40.

John Tucker Must Die 7:20, 9:30.

Miami Vice 12:40, 3:30, 6:45, 9:35.

Monster House 12:40, 2:40, 4:45.

Pirates of the Caribbean 1, 4:30, 8.

Step Up 1:10, 3:40, 7:10, 9:35.

Talladega Nights 1, 4, 7, 9:30. World Trade Center 12:50, 3:50, 6:50, 9:40.

Zoom 1:10, 4, 7:10, 9:35.

Times subject to change.

wednesday 16 — thursday 17 Pulse 7:20, 9:20. Miami Vice 6:45, 9:15. Barnyard 7, 8:45. You, Me & Dupree 7:10. John Tucker Must Die 9:25. friday 18 — thursday 24 *Snakes on a Plane 1 (Sat & Sun), 7:20, 9:20. Step Up 1:20 (Sat & Sun), 7:10, 9:15. Talladega Nights 1:10 (Sat & Sun), 7, 9:10. Barnyard 1:30 (Sat & Sun), 6:50. Pulse 8:35.

Times subject to change.

See www.merrilltheatres.net.

wednesday 16 — thursday 17 Water 6:30. A Scanner Darkly 8:45. friday 18 — thursday 24 Wordplay 1:30 (Sat-Mon), 6:30, 8:30.

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Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4678. friday 18 — thursday 24 Talladega Nights 1:30 (Fri-Mon), 7:10, 9:10. Step Up 2 (Fri-Mon), 7, 9.

MERRILL’S ROXY CINEMA College Street, Burlington, 864-3456. thursday 16 — thursday 17 Who Killed the Electric Car? 1, 3, 5, 7, 9:30. The War Tapes 1:20, 4, 7:10, 9:35. World Trade Center 1:10, 3:50, 6:50, 9:20. Scoop 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:20, 9:25. A Scanner Darkly 1:30, 4:10, 7:15, 9:40. An Inconvenient Truth 3:40, 6:50. The Devil Wears Prada 1:15, 9:15.

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Times subject to change. friday 18 — thursday 24 *Accepted 1:15, 4:10, 6:40, 9:35. *Snakes on a Plane 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 9:30. Barnyard 12:50, 3, 5:15, 7:30, 9:40. John Tucker Must Die 7:20, 9:30.

Pirates of the Caribbean 1, 4:30, 8.

Step Up 1:10, 3:40, 7:10, 9:35.

Talladega Nights 1, 4, 7, 9:30. World Trade Center 12:50, 3:50, 6:50, 9:40.

Zoom 1:10, 4.

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Pulse 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 9:45. Step Up 1:10, 4:10, 7:15, 9:40. Zoom 12:30, 2:40, 4:40. Miami Vice 6:45, 9:35.

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Barnyard 12:35, 2:45, 4:50, 7:10, 9:20 (Wed). The Descent 7:25, 9:50. Miami Vice 12:50, 3:40, 7, 9:45. John Tucker Must Die 4:35, 6:50. Pirates of the Caribbean 12:20, 3:25, 6:30, 9:35.

Monster House 12:40, 2:50, 4:55. The Ant Bully 12:25, 2:30. You, Me & Dupree 9:05 (Wed).

friday 18 — thursday 24 *Little Miss Sunshine 10:30 (Thu), 12, 1, 2:20, 3:30, 4:40, 6:20, 7:05, 8:40, 9:25. *Snakes on a Plane 12:10, 2:35, 4:55, 7:15, 9:40. *Accepted 12:30, 2:40, 4:45, 6:55, 9:15. Talladega Nights 10:30 (Thu), 1:10, 3:50, 7, 9:30.

The Devil Wears Prada 12:40 (MonThu), 3:40, 6:40, 9:20 (Mon-Thu). World Trade Center 12:50, 2:30, 4, 6, 6:50, 8:45, 9:35. Night Listener 6:35, 8:50.

Pulse (ends Sun), 12:40, 3:20 & 6:30 (except Fri-Sun), 9:20. Barnyard 1:15, 3:45. The Ant Bully 10:30 (Thu), 12:20.

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friday 18 — thursday 24 Who Killed the Electric Car? 1, 3, 5, 7, 9:30. Scoop 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:20, 9:25. A Scanner Darkly 1:30, 4:10, 7:15, 9:40. The War Tapes 1:20, 4, 7:10, 9:35. World Trade Center 1:10, 3:50, 6:50, 9:20. Peaceful Warrior 3:30, 8:30. An Inconvenient Truth 1:15, 6:30.

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World Trade Center 1, 2:30, 4, 6, 6:55, 8:45, 9:30. Pulse 12:20, 2:25, 4:35, 6:45, 9:20. The Devil Wears Prada 12:45, 3:25, 6:40, 9:10. John Tucker Must Die 12:30, 7. Miami Vice 12:35, 3:35, 6:35, 9:35. Monster House 12.

Night Listener 3:40, 7:10, 9:45. The Ant Bully 10:30 (Thu), 12:20. Barnyard 12:05, 2:15, 4:25, 6:30, 8:35. Clerks 2 3:30, 9:25.

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Pulse 2, 4, 7, 9. Barnyard 2, 7. John Tucker Must Die 4, 9. friday 18 — thursday 24 *Snakes on a Plane 2, 7, 9. World Trade Center 2, 7, 9:15. Barnyard 2.

Talladega Nights 4, 7, 9. Pulse 4:15.

Schedules for the following theaters were not available at press time.

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No matter, though. Poetry is best enjoyed in intimate venues, where tailgating and hooliganism aren’t the norm. And enjoyed it was on Friday, as aficionados spat lines in English and Spanish from Neruda, Octavio Paz, and their own efforts.

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WED.16 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. ST. ANDREWS PIPES & DRUMS: Got kilt? This Scottish-style marching band welcomes new members to play bagpipes or percussion. St. James Episcopal Church, Essex Junction, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7335.

BARRE CONCERTS IN THE PARK: Outdoor dancers boogie down to honky-tonk bar ballads by the Starline Rhythm Boys. City Hall Park, Barre, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 476-0267.

CRAFTSBURY CHAMBER PLAYERS: Classical combos perform works by Schumann and Brahms, and a four-viola piece penned by Mozart scholar Michael White. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 8 p.m. $18. Info, 800-639-3443.

SUMMER ARTS SERIES: Young musicians jam on the Brinkerhoff Street Pops Stage, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. Donations. Info, 518-572-6003.

GUSTER: The Boston-based classic pop quartet blows into town for a show with New Hampshire-born singer Ray LaMontagne and the Yonder Mountain String Band. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. $35. Info, 863-5966.

‘THE WONDER OF OPERA’: Members of Opera North’s young artist program perform scenes from famous works by Gluck, Rossini, Offenbach and Verdi. Town Hall Theatre, Woodstock, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3981.

FRENCH SCHOOL CHOIR CONCERT: Language students bolster a summer of immersion with a performance of works in French. Concert Hall, Middlebury College Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5510.

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dance ‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: Work on your sensuous nightclub routines at this weekly Latin dance session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, nonmembers 6 p.m., members 7 p.m. $12. Info, 598-1077.

‘GLENCOE TO VERMONT’: Square dancers step Cape Breton-style to Scottish music by talented youngsters from Nova Scotia and New England.

Coach Barn, Shelburne Farms, 8 p.m. $8. Info, 902-295-3411.

drama DROP-IN IMPROV: Actors create characters and hone storytelling skills in a fun stage workshop. Waterfront Theatre, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. $5. Info, 310-3985.

‘SEA MARKS’: Original music by local band Atlantic Crossing enlivens Gardner McKay’s story of a lonely Irish bachelor who finds love via correspondence. Skinner Barn, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $18. Info, 496-4422.

‘THE MIKADO’: The Weston Playhouse presents Gilbert & Sullivan’s 19th-century musical farce set in a fantastical version of the Japanese Imperial Court. Weston Playhouse, 3 & 8 p.m. $29-47. Info, 824-5288.

CIRCUS SMIRKUS: The Vermont kids’ troupe presents a tropical-vacation-themed big-top show with juggling, aerials and acrobatics.

Montpelier High School, 1 & 6 p.m. $14-18.

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‘RACHEL’: Local thespians interpret the writings of 23-year-old American activist Rachel Corrie, who was killed in the Gaza Strip while trying to prevent the 2003 demolition of Palestinian homes. See story, this issue. Unadilla Theatre, Marshfield, 7:30 p.m. $20. Info, 456-8968.

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‘THE PHILADELPHIA STORY’: In Philip Barry’s play popularized by the 1940 film starring Katharine Hepburn, Jimmy Stewart and Cary Grant, a headstrong divorcee remarries one man after falling in love with another. Pendragon Theatre, Saranac Lake, N.Y., 8 p.m. $20. Info, 518-891-1854.

‘A . . . MY NAME IS ALICE’: In this musical revue, five women explore multiple facets of femininity. Town Hall Theatre, Stowe, 8 p.m. $17. Info, 253-3961.

‘I AM MY OWN WIFE’: Actor Brad Heberlee plays 35 characters in this Pulitzer Prize-winning play about an East German cross-dresser who eludes both the Nazis and the Communists by bending genders. Other Stages, Weston, 7:30 p.m. $26. Info, 824-5288.

film ‘SKETCHES OF FRANK GEHRY’: Sydney Pollack directs this documentary about the master architect who designed the Guggenheim Museum of Bilbao, among other stunning structures. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600.

‘RIFIFI’: This tale of four ex-cons who burgle a Parisian jewelry establishment inspired film’s French New Wave movement. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

‘LES DIABOLIQUES’: The wife and mistress of a sadistic school headmaster plot to kill him in this classic French thriller. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 9:10 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: Clear-eyed visitors watch a 200-degree “gather” of molten glass transform into light-catching art. Mad River Glass Gallery, Waitsfield, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Free. Info, 496-9388. Michael Egan Studio, Granville, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 2-5 p.m. Free.

Info, 767-4547.

‘ART IN THE GARDEN’ TOUR: Green thumbs guide visitors through their creations while visual artists capture the scene in various media. Meet at Artisans Gallery, Bridge Street, Waitsfield, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $40 includes lunch. Reservations and info, 496-6682.

words POETRY OPEN MIKE: Bards take turns reading original verse, selections from favorite authors or folk ballads sans instruments at this multilingual mélange. Euro Gourmet Market & Café, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 859-3467.

‘THE SINISTER MINISTER’: Horror writer Steve Burt relates heart-stopping stories at the Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 496-9511.

RUTH PORTER: The Vermont-based author of The Simple Life shares insights about writing and publishing. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.

BREAD LOAF INAUGURAL READING: Michael Collier, director of the annual writers’ conference, shares the podium with novelist Percival Everett and poet Linda Gregerson. Little Theatre, Bread Loaf Campus, Ripton, 8:15 p.m.

Free. Info, 443-2700.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: More than 50 fabulous fabrications by Windsor County quilters spin off demos and activities for all ages. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $10.

Info, 457-2355.

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talks ‘WHAT WILL GROW IN VERMONT?’: Jan DeSarno of the Vermont Botanical Garden discusses local heirloom plants once common in home plots.

Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 878-6955.

‘THE PERFECT $100,000 HOUSE’: Architecture critic Karrie Jacobs, founding editor-in-chief of Dwell magazine, describes discoveries made on a recent road-trip across America. Yestermorrow Design/Build School, Waitsfield, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 496-5545.

VERMONT’S ORIGINAL DEVELOPERS: Historian Vincent Feeney connects the survey-line dots between Ethan and Ira Allen’s colonial-era real estate speculation and the Revolutionary War. Noyes House Museum, Morrisville, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 241-3744.

ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER: Dr. Heather Rice offers an overview of natural, alternative treatments for kids and adults with ADD. Network Chiropractic of Vermont, Shelburne, 12:45 p.m.

Free. Info, 985-9850.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: Watch critters do dinner with help from the animal-care staff at the ECHO Center, Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 & 3 p.m. $7-9. Info, 864-1848.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Readings of family faves provide morning fun for toddlers at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

WILLISTON STORY HOUR: Crafts and books fuel the imaginations of kids ages 3-5. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1 p.m. Free.

Registration and info, 878-4918.

WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: Children gather for games, songs and stories at the Westford Library, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-5639.

HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: Youngsters let loose in a fun, friendly, toy-filled atmosphere. Hinesburg Town Hall, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 453-3038.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: Little ones ages 2 and under get hooked on books at the Waterbury Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

CRAFTSBURY CHAMBER PLAYERS FOR KIDS: Young ears take in a short intro to classical music at the UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 4:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 800-639-3443.

SUMMER READING STORYTIME: Kids on vacation check out a weekly program at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: Dame Queen Saundra Staunton sings kid-friendly versions of famous stage stories a cappella, with puppets.

Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield, call for times. $10. Info, 203-613-8409.

FANTASY FAIR FINALE: Summer readers costumed as their favorite book character join a parade, then enjoy games, treats and prizes. Pierson Library, Shelburne, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

CHESS FOR KIDS: Budding strategists in grades 4-8 test their moves at the Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4 p.m. Free. Registration and info, 878-6956.

sport SENIOR EXERCISE: The 60-plus set benefits from stretches and strength training. Senior Community Center, The Pines, South Burlington, 2:30 p.m. $2. Info, 658-7477.

TENNIS: The Greater Burlington Men’s Tennis Club matches intermediate players for recreational games at public parks in the area. Call for location and time. Free. Info, 879-0231.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: Activists stand together in opposition to the U.S. occupation of Iraq.

Top of Church Street, Burlington, 5-5:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 863-2345.

INTERNATIONAL SOCIALISTS: Marx-minded activists strategize about how to resurrect the American Dream. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 7 p.m.

Free. Child care and info, 318-3453.

EMERGENCY PICKET: Those opposed to the U.S. support for Israel in the current Lebanese conflict protest in front of Congressman Bernie Sanders’ office. Top of Church Street, Burlington, 5:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 598-9925.

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‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: Nature lovers get a look at live birds on tours of the VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 2:30 p.m. $8. Info, 359-5000.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: Fans of cocoa-covered confectionery see how it’s made at Laughing Moon Chocolates, Stowe, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 253-9591.

ESL GROUP: Non-native speakers learn English at the South Burlington Community Library, 1 p.m.

Free. Info, 652-7080. Also at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.

CHESS GROUP: Beginner- and intermediate-level players strategize ways to put each other’s kings in check. South Burlington Community Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7080.

KNITTING POSSE: Needle-wielding crafters convene over good yarns. South Burlington Community Library, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7076.

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Free. Info, 652-0339.

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Chank gets clanking with traditional Cajun and ‘PEDALS FOR PROGRESS’ COLLECTION: Cyclists Zydeco two-steps and waltzes. Rusty Parker donate bikes of all shapes and sizes for shipment Memorial Park, Waterbury, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, to developing countries. Chittenden Solid Waste 244-0811.

District Drop-Off Center, Williston, 8 a.m. - 3:30 OPEN REHEARSAL: Performers with the Central p.m. $10 per bike. Info, 872-8111.

Vermont Chamber Music Festival practice for FARMERS’ MARKET: Browse among open-air booths weekend concerts. See calendar spotlight. selling homegrown produce, baked goods and Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7 p.m. Free. Info, crafts. South Hero Town Garage, 4-7 p.m. Free.

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CAPITAL CITY CONCERT SERIES: Brown-bag lunchFAMILY GAME NIGHT: Bingo, hide-and-seek and ers take it outside to hear hoedowns from the contact Twister bring parents and kids together at band Hollywood Farm. Pocket Park, Christ Church, the Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield, 4-6 p.m. Free.

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BALLAD PARK CONCERT: The dynamic, New York GARDENING TALK: Green thumbs get fresh ideas City-based bluegrass quartet Crescent and Frost about what to do with shady spots. Four Seasons previews the Otis Mountain Music Festival with an Garden Center, Williston, noon. Free. Info, outdoor show. Performance Pavilion, Ballard Park, 658-2433.

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Slattery and Stewart entertain lunchtime listeners $8. Info, 748-1399. with fiddle tunes from French Canada, New VERMONT SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS ALLIANCE: England and Louisiana. Woodstock Village Green, Tech types network during a laketop cruise aboard noon. Free. Info, 457-3981. the Spirit of Ethan Allen III. Meet at the ‘ALBERT HERRING’: Opera North stages Benjamin Burlington Community Boathouse dock, 6 p.m.

Britten’s comic opera about a mild-mannered $26-32 includes dinner. Reservations and info, British greengrocer who goes missing after a May 862-8300.

Day party. Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m.

CHICKEN BARBECUE: Fowl is the main feature at $17-75. Info, 603-448-0400. this evening meal, but vegetarians also get a BLUES FOR BREAKFAST: Guitar-driven music in a tasty entrée. Richmond Congregational Church, special scale inspires seekers of indigo orbs. Owl’s 5:30 p.m. $3-7. Info, 434-2053.

Head Blueberry Farm, Huntington, 6-8 p.m. Free WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS NETWORK: Female with purchase of U-pick blueberries. Info, company leaders hear from a wealth-management 434-3387. specialist about who manages families’ money.

Windjammer Conference Center, South Burlington, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $16-19. Reservations and info, 363-9266.

DANCE TRIBE: Boogie down to recorded tunes in a HOMEBUYER ORIENTATION: Before shopping, safe, friendly environment. No shoes are required potential house hunters determine whether homeat Shelburne Town Hall, 7-9 p.m. $2. Info, ownership fits their needs. Central Vermont 476-6139.

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‘A . . . MY NAME IS ALICE’: See August 16.

‘I AM MY OWN WIFE’: See August 16.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’: Thespians stage a new theatrical adaptation of the writings of a 13year-old Dutch girl hiding from the Holocaust with her family. See calendar spotlight.

QuarryWorks, Adamant Music School, 7:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 229-9297.

‘ANTONY & CLEOPATRA’: Picture one of the world’s greatest lovers in a checked hunting jacket and tights. The Surprise Players offer an unconventional interpretation of Shakespeare’s tragicomic romance between a Roman general and the Queen of Egypt. The Big Red Barn at Mary’s Restaurant, Bristol, 8 p.m. $10. Info, 453-2211.

‘CINDERELLA’: The Adirondack Regional Theatre presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musical about a mistreated maid’s meteoric rise to podiatric princesshood. Brinkerhoff Street Pops Stage, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. Donations. Info, 518572-6003.

PLAY READING SERIES: Drama aficionados enjoy an impromptu selection of works by voicing them from the stage, or watching them from the audience. Valley Players Theater, Waitsfield, 7-9 p.m.

Free. Info, 496-6065.

BUSINESS COACHING FOR ARTISTS: Workshop participants trade markers for marketing skills to learn about distribution channels for their artwork. General Wait House, Waitsfield, 9 a.m. noon. $50. Info, 496-4420.

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words KATHERINE TOWLER: The historical novelist talks about writing and researching her books Snow Island and Evening Ferry, two parts of a WWII fiction trilogy. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 748-8291.

SHORT STORY DISCUSSION CLUB: Fiction fans bring their fave narratives to a lively roundtable talk. Pierson Library, Shelburne, 1:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 985-5124.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Readers visit the Middle East with Geraldine Brooks’ book Nine Parts of Desire: The Hidden World of Islamic Women. North Hero Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 372-5458.

CIVIL WAR HISTORY: Goshen resident Mike Wilson reads from and discusses Oscar E. Wait: Three Years With the Tenth Vermont, which he and his mother co-authored using historical documents written by a soldier ancestor. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050.

BREAD LOAF READINGS: Prominent poets, novelists, essayists and nonfiction writers share their work during a summer camp for scribes. Little theatre, Bread Loaf Campus, Ripton, 9 a.m., 4:30 & 8:15 p.m. Free. Info, 443-2700 or www.middle bury.edu/academics/blwc.

film ‘SKETCHES OF FRANK GEHRY’: See August 16.

‘BALLETS RUSSES’: In this award-winning documentary, a dance troupe of Russian exiles tours Great Britain and Europe with artistic help from Nijinsky, Picasso, Miró and Matisse. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

‘MARCH OF THE PENGUINS’: Tuxedoed birds lay eggs after facing multiple perils on the treacherous ice fields of Antarctica. Depot Park, Rutland, dusk. Free. Info, 773-9380.

‘JENIN, JENIN’: This documentary by Palestinian actor-director Mohammed Bakri gives a voice to residents of a refugee camp after the Israeli army’s 2002 defensive wall operation. Euro Gourmet Market & Café, Burlington, 8 p.m.

Donations. Info, 598-9925.

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talks MENTORING TALK: Naturalist leader Jon Young explains how to care for kids and the planet, simultaneously. See calendar spotlight. Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 454-8500.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See August 16.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: See August 16.

WESTFORD STORYTIME: Kids ponder picture books and create crafts at the Westford Library, 11 a.m.

Free. Info, 878-5639.

DADS’ PLAYGROUP: Fathers and their offspring bond through fun and games. Family Center, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 828-8765.

KIDS’ GARDEN TOUR: Young ones explore the world of plants on a walk around the Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Free.

Info, 658-2433.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See August 16.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16.

‘LIFE THROUGH THE LENS’: Middlebury resident Trent Campbell, a photographer for the Addison Independent, shares his images of rural Vermont.

Bixby Memorial Free Library, Vergennes, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 877-2211.

Classical music lovers have lots of options during the Central Vermont Chamber Music Festival.

Two weeks of entertainment include formal concerts, open rehearsals, kids’ concerts and a picnic lunch party. Festival founder and cellist Peter Sanders joins violinists Basia Danilow and Arturo Delmoni, violist Danielle Farina and clarinetist Alan Kay on Friday and Saturday nights. The identical programs feature Mozart and Beethoven, plus a seldom-heard quintet for clarinet and strings by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, an Afro-British composer who worked in London at the turn of the 19th century. Coleridge-Taylor conducted London’s Handel Society from 1904 until his death, and toured the U.S. to conduct performances of his works in an era when black Americans found it difficult to have public creative lives.

OPEN REHEARSAL Thursday, August 17, Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 728-6464.

CENTRAL VERMONT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL Friday, August 18, Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 728-9402. Saturday, August 19, Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 728-6464. www.centralvtchambermusicfest.org PICNIC LUNCH CONCERT Sunday, August 20, Three Stallion Inn, Randolph, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 728-5575.

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THU.17 << 07B ‘LITTLE ROOTS’ STORYTIME: Kids gather in the garden to hear tales about plants, flowers and bugs. Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 658-2433.

BABY TIME: Little ones up to age 2 meet each other at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

MUSIC TIME: Growing listeners under age 5 contemplate chords and bounce to rhythms. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 878-4918.

BOOK BUDDIES: Tween and teen volunteers read stories one-on-one with youngsters ages 3-6.

Pierson Library, Shelburne, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Teens ages 12-18 create characters and journey through fantasy realms in a role-playing game. Pizza’s provided at the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

‘YOGA THROUGH STORIES’: Kids ages 3-7, accompanied by a caregiver, flex and stretch to meditative music and narratives. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Registration and info, 865-7216.

sport TENNIS: See August 16.

LADIES’ GOLF CLINIC: Beginners practice putts, drives and strokes at the Vermont National Country Club, South Burlington, 6-7 p.m. $20.

Info, 264-9423.

COMMUNITY ROWING: First time afloat? Fear not — weather permitting, anyone can take a 32-foot pilot gig for a spin. Burlington Shipyard, next to King Street Ferry Dock, and Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Reservations and info, 475-2022, ext. 113.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: The Green Mountain State’s minor-league baseball team bats against the Williamsport Crosscutters of Pennsylvania.

Centennial Field, Burlington, 7:05 p.m. $3-7.

Info, 655-6611.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See August 16.

RICHMOND PEACE VIGIL: Concerned citizens support U.S. troops while expressing hope for an end to Middle Eastern deployments. Bring a candle to the Congregational Church, Richmond, 5:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 434-2053.

DRINKING LIBERALLY: Bottoms-up democracy fuels discussion at a meeting of political progressives. American Flatbread, Burlington, 8-10 p.m.

Free. Info, 267-237-7488.

PRO-FARMER PROTEST: Bread and Puppet presents Vermont-centric political theater, followed by a rally against the National Animal Identification System – a U.S.D.A. program requiring livestock implanted computer chips. Theater, Statehouse Lawn Montpelier, noon. Rally, Pavilion Auditorium, Montpelier, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 525-3031.

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‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See August 16.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See August 16.

CHARITY BINGO: August 16.

FARMERS’ MARKETS: See August 16, Rusty Parker Memorial Park, Waterbury, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 888-7279. Champlain Mill, Winooski, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 655-6410.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR: See August 16.

VERMONT CHESS CLUB: Pawn pushers strategize to better their games. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 879-0198.

BRIDGE CLUB: Partners shuffle cards and chat at the Godnick Senior Center, Rutland, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 287-5756.

QUEEN CITY BNI: Local members of Business Network International schmooze at a weekly breakfast meeting to help promote one another’s companies. Ethan Allen Club, Burlington, 8 a.m.

First visit is free. Info, 655-3787.

EQUESTRIAN ACROBATICS: Herrmann’s Royal Lipizzan Stallions of Austria catch air at Knight Point State Park, North Hero, 5 p.m. $10-17.

Info, 372-8400.

‘THURSDAYS AT THE INTERVALE’: Drew Hudson of the Vermont Public Interest Research Group discusses how genetically modified organisms have changed the way we think about food, followed by pop rock from Burlington band The Jazz Guys.

Calkins Community Barn, Burlington, 5-7 p.m.

Free. Info, 660-0440, ext. 101.

‘PULL FOR NATURE’: Volunteers paddle provided canoes and uproot invasive water chestnuts from the lower Champlain Valley watershed. Call for West Haven-area meeting location, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 265-8645, ext. 24.

CHRISTOPHER MCBRIDE: Pulling rabbits from hats?

The local magician performs sleight-of-hand at Breakwaters, Burlington, 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 238-0680.

FRI.18 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. CENTRAL VERMONT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: Five pro performers offer three works for strings and clarinet. See calendar spotlight. Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 728-9402.

‘IL TROVATORE’: Opera North stages Giuseppe Verdi’s classic, action-packed romantic tragedy set in 15th-century Spain. Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $17-75. Info, 603-448-0400.

JOHN BRYANT: The local pianist flexes his digits on pieces ranging from ragtime to Rachmaninoff.

Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 247-0050.

THE HOOPLA: The band formerly known as O.U. Kidd plays classic rock and jazz at Boyden Farm, Cambridge, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $3-5. Info, 644-6363.

KARA MCGRAW: The singer-songwriter accompanies herself on piano at Borders, Burlington, 7:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 793-8846.

dance BALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL: Singles and couples of all ages learn ballroom, swing and Latin dancing.

Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 862-2207.

ARGENTINEAN TANGO: Shoulders back, chin up!

With or without partners, dancers of all abilities strut to bandoneón riffs in a self-guided practice session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 598-1077.

‘NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF LUBBERLAND’: Bread and Puppet offers a kaleidoscope of dance theater set in an allegorical country, plus several new movement pieces against the war in Lebanon. See calendar spotlight. New Building, Bread and Puppet Farm, Glover, 8 p.m. Donations.

Info, 525-3031.

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WATERBURY STORYTIME: See August 16, for children ages 3-5.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: See August 16.

TODDLER TIME: Tykes ages 1-3 let off steam with songs, books and rhyming games. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free.

Registration and info, 878-4918.

‘THE FROG PRINCE’: Princess kisses are the only cure for amphibian royalty in this kid-acted fairy tale staged by the Missoula Children’s Theatre.

Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 3 & 7 p.m. $4-6. Info, 518-523-2512.

TEEN MOVIE NIGHT: Fantasy readers take in the latest cinematic version of C.S. Lewis’ classic book The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

WRITING WORKSHOP: Budding naturalists ages 9 to 13 explore the outdoors, then record their observations and thoughts about it. Hubbard Park, Montpelier, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $40.

Registration and info, 454-9336.

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TENNIS: See August 16.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: See August 17.

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‘RUSSIAN DOLLS’: A thirtysomething French writer chases love in London, Paris and Moscow.

Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600.

‘THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA’: Pianist Ben Model provides a live, original score for this 1925 silent film about a disfigured loner who haunts a Parisian opera house. The Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $10. Info, 496-4781, ext. 26.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See August 16.

AIR SHOW SPONSOR PROTEST: Local activists opposed to irresponsible spending demonstrate in front of the main sponsor of the Vermont Air National Guard’s anniversary air show. BankNorth, Main Street Branch, Burlington, 11:30 a.m. Free.

Info, 863-2345, ext. 5.

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GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16.

BREAD LOAF READINGS: See August 17.

‘THE MIKADO’: See August 16, 8 p.m.

‘RACHEL’: See August 16.

‘A . . . MY NAME IS ALICE’: See August 16.

‘I AM MY OWN WIFE’: See August 16.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’: See August 17.

‘ANTONY & CLEOPATRA’: See August 17.

‘CINDERELLA’: See August 17.

‘PETER PAN’: Audience members glimpse Neverland at an hour-long stage version of J.M. Barrie’s classic story. Pendragon Theatre, Saranac Lake, N.Y., 11 a.m. $10. Info, 518-891-1854.

‘ANGELS IN AMERICA II: PERESTROIKA’: The second installment of Tony Kushner’s two-part masterpiece addresses tolerance, prejudice, homophobia and racism. Pendragon Theatre, Saranac Lake, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $20. Info, 518-891-1854.

‘HELLO, DOLLY’: An ebullient New York socialite and philanthropist charms a half-a-millionaire into marrying her in this classic musical. Haskell Opera House, Derby Line, 7:30 p.m. $12. Info, 334-8145.

‘SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE’: Lost Nation Theatre stages a musical retrospective of hits from past shows Cole, A Little Night Music, The Fantasticks, and Sweeney Todd. Montpelier City Hall Auditorium, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 229-0492.

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‘STAND BY ME’: In this 1986 film based on a Stephen King story, four friends set out to find the body of a youth killed by a train. Volunteers Green, Richmond, dusk. Free. Info, 316-4805.

WHEEL-TO-REEL BIKE TRIP: Cinema-loving cyclists eat pre-show barbecue, then ride en masse to the Colchester drive-in to see flicks.

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etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See August 16.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See August 16.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See August 16.

CHARITY BINGO: See August 16.

‘PEDALS FOR PROGRESS’ COLLECTION: See August 16.

FARMERS’ MARKETS: See August 16, Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 4345273. Westford Common, Route 128, 4-6:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 878-7405.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR: See August 16.

EQUESTRIAN ACROBATICS: See August 17, 6 p.m.

TERTULIA LATINA: Latinoamericanos and other fluent Spanish speakers converse en español at Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3440.

‘EXTERIORS & INTERIORS’: A 2-hour guided tour shows off an historic mansion’s seldom-seen spaces, including attics and bomb shelters.

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, 2:30 p.m. $6. Reservations and info, 457-3368, ext. 22.

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS COMMENCEMENT: A carillon concert precedes official ceremonies graduating multilingual students from summer-long immersion programs. Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5198.

LAKE CHAMPLAIN ANTIQUE BOAT SHOW: Who’s Chris Craft? Vintage water vehicles float in rows as part of a weekend-long festival including boatbuilding demos and a parade. Burlington Waterfront, all day. Free. Info, www.lcacbs.com.

SAT.19 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. SUMMER ARTS SERIES: See August 16. The Frontier Sax Quartet blows contemporary and classic jazz.

‘ALBERT HERRING’: See August 17.

CENTRAL VERMONT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: See August 18, Chandler Music Hall, Randolph.

Info, 728-6464.

REBECCA MARTIN: The guitarist and vocalist concertizes with bassist Larry Genadier and sax player Bill McHenry. See calendar spotlight. Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $18-20.

Info, 496-4781, ext. 26.

MOTHER VIBRATION: Local drummer Ethan Snyder improvs jazz-funk fusion with trombonist Scott Flynn and bassist Will Kelley. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050.

VALLEY STAGE MUSIC FESTIVAL: The Greencards, the Diane Zeigler Trio and Brooks Williams are three bands in this outdoor concert’s folk-centered lineup. The Valley Stage, Blackbird Swale, Huntington, 2-10 p.m. $12-15. Info, 434-4563.

THURSDAY 17-SUNDAY 20

HOUSE CONCERT: Local singer-songwriter Lui Collins launches a new album at a musical celebration that includes poetry and a potluck dessert. Call for Shelburne location, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 985-4113.

dance AILEY II: The contemporary dance troupe leaps and bounds at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 8 p.m. $25. Info, 518-523-2512.

BALLROOM DANCE: Featured footwork includes waltz and samba steps at a combination lesson and open-floor dance. Elley-Long Music Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, lessons 7 & 7:30 p.m., open dancing 8:30-11 p.m. $12. Info, 899-1870.

CONTRA DANCE: Caller David Kaynor directs movers motivated by the four-woman band Chix From the Stix. Capitol City Grange, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $8.

Info, 744-6163.

drama ‘THE MIKADO’: See August 16.

CIRCUS SMIRKUS: See August 16, Circus Barn, Greensboro, 7 p.m.

‘RACHEL’: See August 16.

‘A . . . MY NAME IS ALICE’: See August 16.

‘I AM MY OWN WIFE’: See August 16.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’: See August 17, 1 & 7:30 p.m.

‘ANTONY & CLEOPATRA’: See August 17.

‘ANGELS IN AMERICA II: PERESTROIKA’: See August 18.

‘HELLO, DOLLY’: See August 18.

‘SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE’: See August 18.

NEW YORK THEATRE WORKSHOP: Big Apple thespians from the company responsible for Rent and Homebody/Kabul practice a one-woman show about orphanhood and a play about life in Baghdad by Iraqi writer Jawad Al Assadi. Warner Bentley Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 5 & 8 p.m. $10. Info, 603-646-2422.

film ‘RUSSIAN DOLLS’: See August 18.

‘THE NOTORIOUS BETTY PAIGE’: Gretchen Mol stars as the risque 1950s pin-up icon. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9 p.m. $7. Info, 603646-2422.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See August 16.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16, Granville location only.

LIFE DRAWING: Artists sketch a live model in various poses, using a medium of their choice. Bring materials to Studio STK, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. $10. Info, 657-3333.

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In 1942, 13-year-old Anne Frank was living in hiding in a secret apartment in the Netherlands. There, she wrote “I want to go on living even after my death.” Anne died of typhoid in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp just weeks before the end of WWII. Her diary, published in English in 1952, helped to personalize the horrors of the Holocaust for readers and, when it was dramatized in 1955, for theatergoers. But scholars have debated the authenticity of certain parts of her book, claiming that her father edited sections of the diary. Adamant Music School’s QuarryWorks theater stages Wendy Kesselman’s 1997 adaptation of the script, which incorporates scarily truthful portions of Anne’s diaries that were excised in the first publication.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’ Thursday through Sunday, August 1720, QuarryWorks, Adamant Music School, see calendar listings for various times.

Free. Info, 229-9297. www.adamant.org/quarryworks.htm

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SAT.19 << 09B ARTIST MARKET: Local artists show their stuff and offer original works for sale. Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts Plaza, Burlington, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Free. Info, 865-5356.

ARTISTS’ ATTIC YARD SALE: Creative types offer canvases and other objets for various prices. Waitsfield Village, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 496-5443.

RAKU FIRING WORKSHOP: Potters create Japanese-style ceramics using this dramatically fast, 1500-degree technique. Wilder Farm Inn, Waitsfield, 4-8 p.m. $35, free to watch.

Registration and info, 496-9935.

VERMONT PAINTINGS, PRINTS & SONG: Guitarist Linda Cullum strums contemporary acoustic music while artists Valerie Ugro and Catherine Wargo display their work. Sugar Run Community Building, Waitsfield, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 496-4061.

words BREAD LOAF READINGS: See August 17.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See August 16.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: See August 16.

‘SATURDAY STORIES’: Librarians read from popular picture books at the Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313.

BORDERS STORYTIME: Little bookworms listen to stories at Borders, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-2711.

CHILDREN’S STORYTIME: Youngsters take in their favorite tales at the Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex Junction, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 872-2627.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Kids ages 4 and up settle down for stories at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

sport TENNIS: See August 16.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: See August 17.

MOUNTAIN BIKING: Adventurous types hurtle down an off-season ski slope or 60K of backcountry trails after a lift ride to the top. Bolton Valley Resort, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $30. Info, 434-3444.

ROPES COURSE: Climbers swing down zip lines in 2hour sessions. Bolton Valley Resort, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $25. Reservations and info, 434-6831.

BIKE FERRY: Cyclists go the distance between Burlington and the Champlain Islands, thanks to Local Motion’s causeway-bridging ferry. Colchester Causeway, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $5 day pass. Info, 652-2453.

ALGONQIUN PEAK: Hikers commit to a difficult, 8mile trek up one of the Adirondacks. Call for meeting location and time. Free. Info, 858-4045.

HEART OF VERMONT RELAY: Runners hand off the baton over the course of 100 scenic miles from Stowe to Okemo Mountain. Starts at Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, 6 a.m. $270-430 per team.

Registration and info, 434-5644.

activism AIR SHOW COUNTER-DEMONSTRATION: Activists and political theater groups protest what they perceive as the glorification of militarism.

Entrance to Waterfront Park, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-2345, ext. 5.

BIKES AGAINST BOMBS: Politically aware cyclists ride in circles to protest the economic and environmental cost of the Vermont Air National Guard air show. Battery Park, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free.

Info, 863-2345, ext. 5.

<calendar > etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See August 16.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See August 16.

CHARITY BINGO: See August 16.

‘PEDALS FOR PROGRESS’ COLLECTION: See August 16.

FARMERS’ MARKETS: See August 16, 60 State Street, Montpelier, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 685-4360.

Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 888-889-8188. Depot Park, Rutland, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 773-9380. Marbleworks by the Falls, Middlebury, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 897-5448. St. Joseph’s Church, Grand Isle, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 372-6668.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR: See August 16.

EQUESTRIAN ACROBATICS: See August 17, 2:30 p.m.

LAKE CHAMPLAIN ANTIQUE BOAT SHOW: See August 18.

‘NATURALIST’S CHOICE’: An on-site outdoor guide talks about the environmental impact of any one of these Vermont fauna: coyotes, bats, bears, loons, turkeys and moose. VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 12:30 p.m. $8. Info, 359-5000.

‘CAUSES & CONSEQUENCES’: Visitors visit Woodstock-area landmarks with Civil War-era significance on a 2-hour walking tour. MarshBillings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, 2:30 p.m. $6. Reservations and info, 457-3368, ext. 22.

PARK LEGACY WALK: A ranger leads a 1.5-hour tour of the estate founded by three generations of women descended from Julia Parmly Billings.

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, 10:30 a.m. $6. Reservations and info, 457-3368, ext. 22.

FAMILY AFTERNOON: The Green Mountain Fife and Drum Corps plays musical marches, and a battlefield hike fleshes out the story of a 16-year-old soldier in the American Revolutionary War. Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, 1-5 p.m. $2. Info, 273-2282.

WALK FOR CHILDREN: Supporters stroll with Senator Jeffords and Spider-Man at a pedestrian fundraiser for Prevent Child Abuse Vermont.

Begins on the State House lawn, Montpelier, registration 8 a.m., walk 10 a.m. A simultaneous walk starts from the Howe Center, Rutland.

Pledged donations. Info, 800-244-5373.

INTERVALE BARN PARTY: Puppet opera, the Eames Brothers Band, Jeh Kulu African dancers, and vaudeville and cabaret sketches augment American Flatbread pizza and beer at a festive hoedown to benefit a flood-recovery fund for Burlington farmers.

Calkins Community Barn, Burlington, 6 p.m.

Donations. Info, 865-0068.

MINI GOLF TOURNAMENT: Putters aim for pintsized windmills and other whirligigs to support Lyric Theatre Company. Essex Family Fun & Entertainment Center, all day. $10. Registration and info, 658-1484.

MUNCHKIN EXPO FEST-O-RAMA: Tabletop adventure gamers sample pun-filled, fantasy-themed groaners designed by Steve Jackson. Quarterstaff Games, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 999-4339.

VERMONT AIR NATIONAL GUARD AIR SHOW: The U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds fly fighter jets in performance maneuvers, the U.S. Army’s Golden Knights parachute with precision, and aircraft from the 1940s onward excite aviation buffs at an open demo marking VTANG’s 60th anniversary.

Burlington Waterfront, show begins at 11 a.m., Thunderbirds fly at 4 p.m. Free. Info, 664-5482.

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‘RABBLE IN ARMS’: Costumed re-enactors depict the seamanship of Lake Champlain smugglers from the Colonial period to Prohibition. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $9. Info, 475-2022.

POLICE DOGS: Officers and pooches from the Vermont State Police K-9 division promote an upcoming “Irondog” endurance competition.

University Mall, Burlington, call for time. Free.

Info, 863-1066, ext. 11.

BRICK HOUSE TOURS: Appreciators of Colonial Revival interiors walk through the restored residence of museum founder Electra Havemeyer Webb. Shelburne Museum, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. $25.

Info, 985-3348, ext. 3377.

GONDOLA RIDES: Cable-car passengers take in the view atop southern Vermont’s highest peak.

Stratton Mountain, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $10. Info, 800-787-2886.

PRESERVATION BURLINGTON TOUR: A stroll around the ’hood provides a new perspective on downtown architecture. A second tour explores the waterfront. Burlington City Hall, 11 a.m. & Perkins Pier, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 899-3440.

CROQUET DAY & TOURNAMENT: Players of all ages swing mallets in mostly peaceful lawn games to support affordable local housing. Shelburne Farms, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $25 per person plus sponsorship donations to play, $9 to watch. Info, 872-8726.

ZEN WORKSHOP: Peacemakers convene to learn how to facilitate spirituality, communication and action within groups. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $15-25. Registration and info, 413-320-1920.

JACK ALLEN DAY: A drug-and-alcohol addictionrecovery retreat celebrates its 50th anniversary with an homage to its Burlington founder. Maple Leaf Farm, Underhill, music and dancing 2 p.m., barbecue 4 p.m., open AA meeting 6 p.m., bonfire 8:30 p.m. $15. Info, 899-2911.

BINGO FUNDRAISER: Card markers eat lunch, then buy into the game to support affordable housing.

Highgate Residents Association, Barre, 12:30-4:30 p.m. $3 lunch, cards three for $1. Info, 479-5357.

dance ‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: See August 16, 4-6 p.m. $5.

drama CIRCUS SMIRKUS: See August 16, Circus Barn, Greensboro, 2 & 7 p.m.

‘RACHEL’: See August 16.

‘I AM MY OWN WIFE’: See August 16, 4 p.m.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’: See August 17, 2 p.m.

‘VICTORY CIRCUS AND PAGEANT’: Bread and Puppet prompts political engagement with vaudeville-inspired outdoor theater set to live music.

Fresh-baked rye slices and homemade art sustain visitors to the Bread and Puppet Farm, Glover, museum tour 1 p.m., show 2:30 p.m. Donations.

Info, 525-3031.

VERMONT STAGE COMPANY AUDITIONS: Thespians pitch their pipes for Woody Guthrie’s American Song, then stiffen their spines to ask Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Vermont Stage Company Offices, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. & 2:30-4:30 p.m., call for a 10-minute slot. Free. Info, 862-1497.

film ‘RUSSIAN DOLLS’: See August 18.

‘THE TRUMAN SHOW’: Jim Carrey stars as an idealistic young man who discovers that his life is being taped and watched by millions of people. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See August 16.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16, Granville location only.

ARTISTS’ ATTIC YARD SALE: See August 19.

words BREAD LOAF READINGS: See August 17.

SUN.20 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. PICNIC LUNCH CONCERT: Lawn listeners bring brown-bag edibles to a Central Vermont Chamber Music Festival performance by a classical violinand-guitar duo. See calendar spotlight. Three Stallion Inn, Randolph, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 728-5575.

BURLINGTON CONCERT BAND: Community musicians of all ages perform marches and medleys for bandstand connoisseurs. Battery Park, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 578-3467.

MUSIC WORKSHOPS: Singer Rebecca Martin leads a songwriting session, then instrumentalists pick up sax and acoustic bass tips from Larry Grenadier and Bill McHenry. See calendar spotlight. Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, noon & 2:30 p.m. $35 & $85. Registration and info, 496-4781, ext. 26.

VERMONT JAZZ ENSEMBLE: The 17-member orchestra polishes up Big-Band numbers at the Islands Center, Knight Point State Park, North Hero, gates open at 4:30 p.m., concert 5:30-7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 372-6425.

talks MINING IN VERMONT: Historian Randy Dickson presents an illustrated lecture on local mines and miners in the mid-1800s. Justin Morrill Homestead, Strafford, 2 p.m. $10. Info, 765-4129.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See August 16.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: See August 16.

sport TENNIS: See August 16.

MOUNTAIN BIKING: See August 19.

BIKE FERRY: See August 19.

DOWNHILL RACE: Slope-savvy mountain bikers streak down an off-season ski slope for highspeed excitement. Bolton Valley Resort, noon. $55, free to watch. Info, 434-3444.

NATURE WALK: Wildlife enthusiasts explore the woods around the Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 434-2167.

PHAROAH MOUNTAIN: A moderate, 12-mile trek includes Crane Pond and the summit of this regal Adirondack. Call for meeting location and time.

Free. Info, 863-1145.

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AUSABLE RIVER RIDE: Cyclists take a challenging, 64-to-80-mile trip through upstate New York. Meet at the King Street Ferry Dock, Burlington, 7:30 a.m.

Free, bring money for the ferry. Info, 578-0504.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See August 16.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See August 16.

CHARITY BINGO: See August 16, 2 & 7 p.m.

FARMERS’ MARKET: See August 16, Route 108, Stowe, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8566.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

ORLEANS COUNTY FAIR: See August 16.

EQUESTRIAN ACROBATICS: See August 17, 2:30 p.m.

LAKE CHAMPLAIN ANTIQUE BOAT SHOW: See August 18.

‘NATURALIST’S CHOICE’: See August 19.

‘RABBLE IN ARMS’: See August 19.

BRICK HOUSE TOURS: See August 19.

GONDOLA RIDES: See August 19, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

PARK & MANSION DAY: History buffs can pace themselves in an afternoon exploration of a 19thcentury building’s gardens and carriage roads.

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, noon - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3368, ext. 22.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Smooth, cool flavors follow a grilled meal of hotdogs and hamburgers, and kids show art for a local contest. Waitsfield United Church, noon - 2 p.m. Free admission, lunch $5, ice cream toppings 25 cents each. Info, 496-6486.

VTANG OPEN HOUSE: Citizens tour the Vermont Air National Guard base, watch fighter jets depart mid-morning, and take in aviation displays.

Burlington International Airport, South Burlington, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 660-5482.

HANDS-ON HISTORY: Relive the past with ancient stone-tool exhibitions and old-time games.

Chimney Point State Historic Site, Addison, 2-4 p.m. $3. Info, 759-2412.

LAWNMOWER RACES: Grass trimmers ride high in yard-sport competitions. Connecticut Valley Fairgrounds, Bradford, 2 p.m. $3 to watch, $5 to participate. Info, 439-3323.

ANTIQUE TRACTOR DAY: Wheel-driven tykes and farm machinery fans ogle engines from 1930 to 1950, go for a ride, and take in a special tractor parade. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., parade 1 p.m. $10. Info, 457-2355.

GARDENERS’ ROAD SHOW: Landscape designer Justin Willis leads an informative tour of 25 different plant plots scattered with metal sculptures.

North Ferrisburgh-area locations, 4 p.m. $25 includes drinks, finger foods and a take-home perennial. Reservations and info, 382-9222.

MON.21 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. CIRCADIA: Irish tunes offer a pick-me-up for bush browsers at Owl’s Head Blueberry Farm, Huntington, 6-8 p.m. Free with purchase of Upick blueberries. Info, 434-3387.

SAMBATUCADA! REHEARSAL: Percussive people pound out carnival rhythms at an open meeting of this Brazilian-style community drumming troupe. New members are welcome at the Switchback Brewery, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 860-1338.

AMATEUR MUSICIANS ORCHESTRA: Community players of all abilities and levels of experience practice pieces and welcome new members. South Burlington High School, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $6. Info, 985-9750.

VILLAGE HARMONY: Teens from this folk-singing ensemble share music from Bulgaria, Albania and South Africa. Community Church, Middletown Springs, 7:30 p.m. $5-8. Info, 426-3210.

VERGENNES CITY BAND: A brass band welcomes musicians of all ages at an outdoor concert of gazebo faves. Vergennes Green, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 877-2005.

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film ‘RUSSIAN DOLLS’: See August 18.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See August 16.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16, Waitsfield location only.

LIFE DRAWING SESSION: Creative types try a hand at sketching. Wolfe Kahn Building, Vermont Studio Center, Johnson, 6-8 p.m. $7. Info, 635-1769.

words BREAD LOAF READINGS: See August 17.

talks NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH LECTURE: A panel of physicians offers an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and how to manage its symptoms. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7875.

‘EYE ON THE NIGHT SKY’: Meteorologist and astronomer Mark Breen of the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium intros the Perseid meteor shower.

Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 223-3338.

kids WATERBURY STORYTIME: See August 16, for children ages 3-5.

MUSIC TIME: See August 17.

FAMILY SING-ALONG: Parents and kids belt out fun, familiar favorites at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

Also at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 10:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 985-5124.

BUBBIES, BABIES & BAGELS: A Jewish-themed playgroup for families of all backgrounds features intergenerational schmoozing and noshing. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. Free.

Info, 864-0218, ext. 26.

CHICKS WITH STICKS: Young crafters chat over knitting projects. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

JUST SAY NO

Mention Bread and Puppet, and many Vermonters picture festive outdoor pageants performed in a grassy amphitheater on the troupe’s Glover farm. Those social-activist “circuses” are indeed taking place every Sunday through August 27, but the papier-mâché-powered enclave also has another artistic outlet led by B&P founder Peter Schumann (pictured). Weekly Friday night shows by the National Dance Company of Lubberland muster white- and black-clad movers’ responses to current events. Now in play: eight “NO-NO-NO” pieces with painfully targeted titles such as “the cluster-bomb dance,” addressing the Israel-Lebanon conflict. Citizen disenfranchisement is a recurring theme, and dancers handle stuffed person-sized “corpses.”

A troupe member notes, sadly, “We’ve been using those since the first Gulf War.”

NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF LUBBERLAND Friday, August 18, New Building, Bread and Puppet Farm, Glover, 8 p.m. Donations. Info, 525-3031. http://www.breadandpuppet.org/

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sport SENIOR EXERCISE: See August 16, 10 a.m.

TENNIS: See August 16.

IN-LINE SKATING CLINIC: Would-be rollers of all skill levels pick up free, one-time equipment rentals at Local Motion, then congregate for expert coaching. Burlington Skate Park Rink, 5:45 p.m. Free. Info, 652-2453.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See August 16.

CREATIVE ECONOMY FORUM: Residents of the Lake Champlain Islands join a discussion about potential projects to bolster area businesses.

Gordon Center House, Grand Isle, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 372-8400.

etc CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See August 16.

‘PEDALS FOR PROGRESS’ COLLECTION: See August 16.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

SPANISH POTLUCK: Español-speaking gourmets meet for food and conversation. All levels of ability are welcome. Call for Burlington location, 6:30 p.m. Free, bring ingredients or dishes to share.

Info, 862-1930.

‘MAD FOR MASSAGE’: Muscle kneaders offer 15minute sessions of chair, table, Thai, reflexology or Swedish techniques. Mad River Massage, Waitsfield, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 496-5638.

‘MEMORY MONDAY’: Adults 55 and over take advantage of a free memory screening. Fletcher Allen Health Care, Burlington, call for appointment. Free. Registration and info, 847-9488.

HOMEOWNERSHIP SEMINAR: A workshop offers info on credit, budgeting, mortgages and home affordability. 5-9 p.m. Free. Info, 865-3404, ext. 127.

MAGEN DAVID ADOM BENEFIT: Aaron Zucker, who volunteered in Israel for more than 10 years, and MDA board member Louise Stoll headline a fundraiser for Israel’s equivalent of the Red Cross.

12 Vale Drive, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m.

Donations. Reservations and info, 866-755-4288.

TUE.22 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. ‘ALBERT HERRING’: See August 17.

VILLAGE HARMONY: See August 21, Cornwall Congregational Church. Info, 462-3138.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHORUS: Male music-makers rehearse barbershop singing and quartetting at St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7-9:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 655-2949.

ANTHONY SANTOR TRIO: Uptempo jazz builds support for Habitat for Humanity. Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 496-4781, ext. 26.

‘TUESDAY NIGHT LIVE’ SERIES: An open-mike talent show features area residents’ surprising skills.

Legion Field, Johnson, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 635-7826.

<calendar > CASTLETON CONCERT SERIES: The Will Patton Ensemble mixes bluegrass and Gypsy jazz in a mandolin-powered mix. Castleton Green, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 273-2911.

dance SWING DANCING: Quick-footed folks learn and practice hep-cat rock steps at the Champlain Club, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $3. Info, 860-7501.

drama ‘RACHEL’: See August 16.

‘ANGELS IN AMERICA II: PERESTROIKA’: See August 18.

SUMMER SHOW READING: The Vermont Playwrights Circle hosts a hearing of Spinsters, by Sarah Brock. Montpelier City Hall Auditorium, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 229-0122.

film ‘RUSSIAN DOLLS’: See August 18.

‘THE GREAT WARMING’: Alanis Morrisette and Keanu Reeves narrate this documentary about the environmental issues that cause extreme weather conditions and polar melting. First United Methodist Church, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 862-1151.

‘PETER PAN’: The leader of the Lost Boys baits Captain Hook and flies through numerous adventures in Neverland. In front of Ben & Jerry’s, Church Street, Burlington, dusk. Free. Info, 862-9620.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See August 16.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16, Waitsfield location only.

ART WORKSHOP: People interested in using the creative process for self-actualization power up at Studio STK, Burlington, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 657-3333.

words BREAD LOAF READINGS: See August 17.

BURLINGTON WRITERS’ GROUP: Bring pencil, paper and the will to be inspired to the Daily Planet, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 758-2287.

MEMOIR-WRITING WORKSHOP: Writer and editor Ellen Perry Berkeley shows how to overcome procrastination and commit memories to paper. Lareau Farm Inn, Waitsfield, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $40 includes a picnic lunch. Registration and info, 447-7226.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See August 16.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See August 16.

Toddlers take their turns with tales first, 9:109:30 a.m.

WILLISTON STORY HOUR: See August 16, 11 a.m.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: See August 16.

ECHO STORYTIME: Young explorers discover the wonders of the natural world through books and imaginative play. ECHO Center, Burlington, 11 a.m. $7-9. Info, 864-1848.

LIBRARY DOG LISTENERS: Budding book handlers gain confidence by reading aloud to trained canines. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Registration and info, 878-4918.

COOKING & BOOKING: Preschool kids join student chefs from the New England Culinary Institute for food prep and stories. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Reservations and info, 223-4665.

‘TIME TRAVEL TUESDAYS’: Visitors cook on a woodstove and churn butter, then relax as a farm family would have in the 1890s. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $10. Info, 457-2355.

sport TENNIS: See August 16.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: See August 17, against the Tri-City ValleyCats of Troy, New York.

COMMUNITY YOGA CLASS: Beginner to intermediate stretchers strike poses for spine alignment with Anusara-inspired instruction. Healing in Common Lobby, Network Chiropractic of Vermont, Shelburne, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-9850.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See August 16.

etc CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See August 16.

CHARITY BINGO: See August 16.

FARMERS’ MARKET: See August 16, Depot Park, Rutland, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 773-9380.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

‘PULL FOR NATURE’: See August 17.

PAUSE CAFE: Novice and fluent French speakers brush up on their linguistics — en français.

Borders Café, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 655-1346.

‘THE INDIA EXPERIENCE’: Home cooks explore the subcontinent’s regional cuisines by making a meal, then eating it. Millbrook Inn & Restaurant, Waitsfield, 4 p.m. $35. Info, 496-2405.

FENG SHUI FOR REALTORS: Agents learn to align objects according to an ancient Chinese discipline, in order to maximize a house’s value to a potential buyer. 1824 House Inn & Restaurant, Waitsfield, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $75 includes lunch.

Info, 496-2306.

LOCAL POWER CONFERENCE: Electricity generation and consumption officials convene to discuss energy and economic development in rural Vermont. Lyndon State College, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Call for cost. Info, 828-6022.

CO-OP INFO SESSION: People interested in communal living get the lowdown from the Burlington Community Land Trust, 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 5:45-7 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6244.

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BARRE CONCERTS IN THE PARK: See August 16.

Country fans party down to the sounds of Sherrie’s Jubilee.

SUMMER ARTS SERIES: See August 16.

‘IL TROVATORE’: See August 18.

VILLAGE HARMONY: See August 21, Grace Church, Sheldon. Info, 326-4603.

dance ‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: See August 16.

drama DROP-IN IMPROV: See August 16.

‘RACHEL’: See August 16.

‘THE PHILADELPHIA STORY’: See August 16.

‘A . . . MY NAME IS ALICE’: See August 16.

PLAY READING GROUP: Theatre on a Shoestring dangles various dramatic works for potential reading in a non-competitive klatch. Call for South Burlington location, 7 p.m. Free. Reservations and info, 888-212-5884.

film ‘RUSSIAN DOLLS’: See August 18.

‘THE DA VINCI CODE’: A murder in the Louvre prompts two academics to uncover a 2000-yearold secret that could shake the foundations of Christianity. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:30 & 9:15 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See August 16.

GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS: See August 16.

words POETRY OPEN MIKE: See August 16.

‘THE SINISTER MINISTER’: See August 16.

BREAD LOAF READINGS: See August 17.

‘FROM PAGE TO SCREEN’: Readers of Stephen King’s Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption discuss the book before seeing the movie based on it. South Hero Community Library, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 372-6209.

GEOF HEWITT: The Burlington-based poet and teacher describes current and future projects.

Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.

talks ‘PUTTING FOOD BY’: Master gardener and longtime canner Jean Parker describes speedy methods for preserving surplus summer tomatoes and other veggie bounty. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.

‘I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN YOU’: Speakers share the letters home of Vermont frontier women who went West circa 1860. Fairlee Public Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 333-4716.

LOCALVORE LECTURE: Jessica Prentice, the founder of a movement to eat more food grown or raised where people live, discusses peoples’ growing disconnections from food sources. Round Barn Farm, Waitsfield, 7-9 p.m. $5. Info, 4963567.

Also, see clubdates in Section A. ST. ANDREWS PIPES & DRUMS: See August 16.

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WED 16 THU 17 FRI 18 SAT 19 SUN 20 MON 21 TUE 22 WED 23 HOMES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY: Architect Andy Shapiro showcases several of his recent highperformance, net-zero energy buildings.

Yestermorrow Design/Build School, Waitsfield, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 496-5545.

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If you can make it there, you can make it anywhere: Maine native Rebecca Martin moved to New York in the early 1990s, and she’s since carved out a niche for herself in the city’s singer-songwriter scene. The jazz chanteuse was chosen as one of 12 “Rising Star Vocalists” in Downbeat Magazine’s 2005 poll of genre critics, and she debuted at Carnegie Hall in June. Martin pipes up with songs from her new album, People Behave Like Ballads, at a concert with acoustic bass player Larry Grenadier and tenor sax man Bill McHenry. The following day, budding balladeers and seasoned pros hone lyrics and sharpen jazz instrumental techniques at two music clinics led by the three performers.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See August 16.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: See August 16.

WILLISTON STORY HOUR: See August 16.

WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: See August 16.

HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: See August 16.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See August 16.

‘AN AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA’: See August 16.

CHESS FOR KIDS: See August 16.

WATERMELON SEED SPITTING CONTEST: Kids go the distance to learn about saliva while expectorating fruit kernels. ECHO Center, Burlington, noon. $7-9. Info, 864-1848.

MEET THE PLAYERS: Small baseball fans greet members of the Vermont Lake Monsters at a story-reading and autograph session. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

sport SENIOR EXERCISE: See August 16.

TENNIS: See August 16.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: See August 17, against the Tri-City ValleyCats of Troy, New York.

REBECCA MARTIN Saturday, August 19, Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $18-20. Info, 496-4781, ext. 26. www.bundycfa.org

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BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See August 16.

INTERNATIONAL SOCIALISTS: See August 16.

August 20, Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, noon & 2:30 p.m. $35 & $85. Registration and info, 496-4781, ext. 26.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See August 16.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See August 16.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See August 16.

ESL GROUP: See August 16.

CHESS GROUP: See August 16.

KNITTING POSSE: See August 16.

VETERANS JOB NETWORKING: See August 16.

CHARITY BINGO: See August 16.

‘PEDALS FOR PROGRESS’ COLLECTION: See August 16.

CABLE-ACCESS LAB: See August 16.

FARMERS’ MARKET: See August 16.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT: See August 16.

HISTORY CRUISE: See August 16.

GARDENING TALK: See August 16. Positive bloom-tenders focus on how to make gardens comfortable for people and plants.

THE GREAT VERMONT CORN MAZE: See August 16.

COMEDY KICKOFF: Vermont State Legislator and stand-up comedian Jason P. Lorber joins three yukster pals to launch his reelection campaign with laughs. ECHO Center, Burlington, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 863-9429.

FOREST QUEST: Activities and clues help hikers unravel woodland mysteries on a 2-hour, familyoriented outing. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, 2:30 p.m. $6. Reservations and info, 457-3368, ext. 22.

COMMUNITY DANCE PARTY & CORN ROAST: Music by the Big Basin Band augments the smell of sizzling cobs and other food at a fundraiser for Vermont Refugee Assistance. Lareau Farm Inn, Waitsfield, 6 p.m. Donations. Info, 4962490. m

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): I was at an airport bookstore. A businessman near me plucked Chuck Palahniuk’s Haunted from the shelf and said to his companion, “I’ve heard this book makes some people actually vomit. Listen to this passage.” He read it aloud. It was about a guy who eats 10 freeze-dried turkey dinners, and dies when his stomach literally explodes. Moments after reciting this gruesome tale, the businessman collapsed and went into convulsions. I knelt down and cradled his head. A saleswoman called paramedics, and 15 minutes later he was fine. “That never happened to me before,” he said. “I don’t have epilepsy. It must have been a reaction to what I read.” The moral of the story, Aries: Words will have potent effects on you in the coming days. You should therefore surround yourself not with Palahniuk-type curses but with good news and uplifting stories and people who dispense articulate blessings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I heard a guy on the radio tell the following story.

He and his wife stopped to enjoy a sunset.

After a few minutes, they noticed that its breathtaking beauty remained static; the scene wasn’t evolving. Upon further investigation, they registered the embarrassing fact that they had actually been admiring an image on a billboard. Make sure a similar event doesn’t happen to you, Taurus. Avoid getting hooked on substitutes, stand-ins or simulacrums. Insist on the real thing.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): In her song “Deeper Well,” Emmylou Harris says she’s “looking for the water from a deeper well.” Make that your assignment, Gemini.

And if you’re feeling brave, extend your search to an even more challenging quest: what Harris refers to as searching for a “holier grail.” According to my reading of the omens, your biggest, brightest dream isn’t as big and bright as it could be. Raise your standards.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The omens suggest that you’re most likely to be happy and healthy in the coming weeks if

you treat the whole world as your classroom.

Thank God, then, that you won’t suffer anytime soon from sophophobia (a fear of learning) or optophobia (fear of opening one’s eyes). It’s my duty to inform you, however, that you could experience politicophobia (fear of politicians) or myxophobia (fear of slime). Ironically, that would be quite lucky, because it’s crucial that you avoid manipulative powerbrokers and mud-slinging know-italls who might confuse you about the educational experiences you need to pursue.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Raising kids is like making pancakes,” muses Brian Copeland in his show Not a Genuine Black Man. “You always mess up the first one.” A similar idea might apply to a certain multi-pronged project you’ve been working on, Leo. I’m not saying you should abandon or throw away your initial effort. On the contrary, like rookie parents whose inexperience has slightly tweaked their first-born, you should be thorough in trying to undo your mistakes. But I also suggest that you immediately get started on the next creation in the series, being sure you’ve learned all you can from the consequences of your earlier ignorance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): My old philosophy professor Norman O. Brown would periodically interrupt his lectures, tilt his head upward as if tuning into the whisper of some heavenly voice, and announce in a mischievous tone, “It’s time for your irregular reminder: We’re already living after the end of the world. No need to fret anymore.” The implication was that the worst had already happened. We had already lost most of the cultural riches that had given humans meaning for centuries. All that was going to be taken from us had already been taken. On the bright side, that meant we were utterly free to reinvent ourselves. Living amidst the emptiness, we had nowhere to go but up. What remained was alienating, but it was also fresh.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Novelist Jeanette Winterson told a TV interviewer about her mother’s strongest belief: “You can be happy, or else you can be like normal people.” This idea applies to you right now, Libra — maybe more than you realize. From what I can tell, you’re at a crossroads in your relationship with happiness. You could go either way, and it’s mostly up to you: Will you tame your urges for wild joy, repress your instincts to follow your lyrically crazy heart, and surrender to the dull insanity of the maddening crowd? Or would you prefer the scarier, more eccentric and actionpacked route that will constantly push you to enlarge your capacity to feel good?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Sculptor Luis Jiminez was renowned for making large pieces with political themes that incited controversy. In “The Barfly,” created during the Vietnam War, he depicted the Statue of Liberty as a drunken floozy. “Vaquero” shows a Mexican cowboy riding a bucking stallion and waving a gun. It not only satirizes the pretentious statues of military leaders on horses that are often found in parks; it’s also a reminder that the original cowboys of the American West were Mexicans. “It’s not my job to censor myself,” Jimenez said. “An artist’s job is to constantly test the boundaries.”

Whether or not you’re an artist yourself, Scorpio, your next assignment is aligned with Jiminez’s approach: Don’t censor yourself as you test the boundaries.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There are now as many people working at Wal-Mart stores as there are high-school teachers. Can anything be done to change this depressing state of affairs? Well, it so happens that the time is ripe for you Sagittarians to cultivate your skill at sharing what you know. It’s also an excellent phase to cultivate your ability to inspire and energize your fellow humans. So if just 1 percent of you use this pregnant moment as a springboard to launch careers as high-school educators, WalMart employees would no longer outnumber you and your heroic colleagues. And even if

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you personally decide not to go in that direction, I hope you at least think more about what you have to teach the world, and take steps to give your gifts more aggressively.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Philosopher Robert Anton Wilson said, “The universe acts like a chess game in which the player on the other side remains invisible to us. By analyzing the moves, we can form an image of the intellect behind them.” The coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to gain insights into that other chess player, Capricorn. You will have an extraordinary capacity for setting aside your own subjective mind-chatter and seeing the objective truth. You’ll also be more skilled than usual at understanding what’s going on in the shadows and darkness. The hidden world is whispering secrets in codes you can crack.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s time for you to fall in love, Aquarius — though not necessarily with a person. You could swoon with infatuation for a place where your heart feels free, for example. You could dive into new music that liberates you from your past, or give yourself with abandon to a fascinating task that brings out the best in you. You might lose your heart to a mind-expanding mentor, a mysterious animal, or a thrilling fight for justice. It really doesn’t matter exactly how or what you fall in love with, Aquarius, as long as it incites you to break open the doors of perception.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20): Last week’s symbol was a boot kicking with futility at a closed door that was locked in response to your kicking; it bespoke a frustrated strength that provoked even greater resistance. This week’s symbol will be dramatically different: bare feet climbing a rope ladder to a dance floor on a roof where a telescope is trained on the planet Jupiter. In this new phase, there will still be obstacles for you to overcome. But the emphasis will be on craft and agility rather than force and instinct. And this time around the most grounded part of you will find lots of luck and slack.

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The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont. $275. Info, 802-872-8898 or visit www.ayurvedavermont.com. Recommended for health care practitioners, but anyone can learn! Shirodhara is an ancient treatment of warm oil poured slowly across the forehead, deeply relaxing the nervous system. Includes Marma therapy (acupressure) for the head, neck and shoulders. Six-student limit.

AYURVEDIC HOME CLEANSE: Tuesday, September 5, 6-9 p.m. The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont. $50, includes a light vegetarian dinner. Info, 802-872-8898 or visit www.ayurved avermont.com. Learn how to successfully prepare your body and mind, as you transition into Fall. Ayurveda recommends detoxing at the junction of the seasons. A profound system helping you to restore balance.

INTRODUCTION TO AYURVEDA: Wednesdays, August 23 through September 13, 6-8 p.m. The Ayurvedic Center, 7921 Williston Rd., Williston. $180. Info, www.ayurvedavermont. com, 872-8898. Traditional medicine from India. A holistic system teaching you how to live in harmony with nature.

Learn your body’s constitutional type and incorporate Ayurveda into everyday living, including nutrition and daily routine. Rejuvenate!

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Info, register for group, individual or online Man Coaching, 802-343-0471 or terispirit2002@yahoo.com

communication LEARN TO RESOLVE CONFLICTS WITH LOVE: Come learn or improve your use of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to transform conflict in your everyday life and live true to your values of peace and compassion. All evening classes and Saturday workshops on sliding-scale fee, by request. “Be the Change You Wish to See,” Saturday, September 16, 9 a.m.

- 4 p.m. $70. “Love Thy Enemy - How? Conflict Resolution from the Heart,” 10-weeks, Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m., starting September 18. $150. “Couples NVC Workshop,” Saturday, September 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $70. Info, to register call Liz Churchill at 802-999-7848 or email peacefulresolutions@gmail.com. All classes at Living Yoga Studio, 35 King St., Burlington. Nonviolent Communication, by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD., offers a new paradigm for thinking about and working through conflict to meet everyone’s needs.

(See The Center for Nonviolent Communication: www.cnvc.org) No experience with NVC required, only a willingness to learn.

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art BOOKMAKING FOR EVERYONE: Shelburne Art Center. Wednesdays, 6:308:30 p.m. Five weeks, September 27 - October 25. Members $120, nonmembers $135. Info, 985-3648 or www.shel burneartcenter.org. Come explore the fusion of art and book with the making of artist books. We will begin by creating beautiful textured paste papers. Then using these papers we will build a gallery of books using traditional and nontraditional book structures. Books will vary from elegant books with sewn bindings to exciting sculptural books that open to become three-dimensional pieces of art. No previous bookmaking experience needed, only an open mind to expand the concept of the book.

business From Employee to Entrepreneur: August 24, 7-9 p.m. Holiday Inn, Williston Road, South Burlington. Free.

Info, 802-863-0077 or visit http://www.

TheEsource.com/jburns. Exploring Franchising as a way to business ownership.

Will discuss finding a good match, financing and legal aspects of franchising.

START UP: Semester begins August 31. Women’s Small Business Program. $1295 with scholarships available. Info, 802-846-7338 or visit http://www. mercyconnections.org. Learn valuable business skills as you write a bank-ready business plan.

clay CLAY CLASSES AT SHELBURNE ART CENTER: Ten-week clay classes: Introduction to Throwing, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., September 19 - November 21. Advanced Throwing & Glazing, Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., September 20 - November 29 (no class Nov. 22).

Mixed Level Pottery, Thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., September 21 - November 30 (no class Nov. 23). Members $198, nonmembers $220, materials and firing $50. Info, 985-3648 or www.shelburneartcenter.org.

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Join me in a six-week, 28-day program dedicated to cleaning and cleansing the different aspects of your life: mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. Come

AFRO-CARIBBEAN DANCE: TRADITIONAL DANCES FROM CUBA AND HAITI: Weekly classes: Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

- noon, Capitol City Grange, Montpelier.

Fridays, 5:30-7 p.m. Memorial Auditorium Loft, Burlington. Info, 985-3665. Dance to the rhythms of Cuban and Haitian music. Dance class led by Carla Kevorkian. Live drumming led by Stuart Paton.

Monthly master classes with visiting instructors. Beginners welcome!

BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES WITH FIRST STEP DANCE: Begin the first week of each month, four weeks, Tuesday evenings, St. Albans, Thursday evenings, Burlington. $50 per person. Info, email Kevin@FirstStepDance.com, call 802-5986757 or visit www.FirstStepDance.com.

Are you interested in learning Ballroom dance? Beginning and intermediate classes are offered each month; the beginning classes are the same each month while the intermediate classes vary each month.

We also offer beginning lessons before our monthly dances in both Burlington and St. Albans. No partner required for classes or dances, so come alone, or come with friends, but come out and learn to dance!

DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes: Nightclub-style, group and private, four levels. Mondays, Wednesdays (walk-in on Wednesdays only at 6 p.m.) and Saturdays (children’s lessons, Pre-registration required). Argentinean Tango every Friday, 7:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. Social dancing with DJ Raul, once a month, call for date. Monthly membership, $40 or $65, $12 for individual classes, $5 for socials. 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info, contact Victoria, 598-1077 or info@salsalina.com. No dance experience or partner necessary, just the desire to have fun! You can drop in at any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout!

INTRODUCTION TO TAP DANCE: Monday, September 11 – December 11, 6:15 – 9:15 p.m. CCV, Burlington. Register now! Info, 802-865-4422 or visit www. ccv.edu. An introduction to tap dance techniques, aesthetics and theory. Three credits. Instructor: Karen Amirault. Also, Introduction to Jazz Dance with Karen on Monday, Sept. 11 – Dec. 11, 3 – 6 p.m.

SWING DANCE LESSONS: Six weeks, two nights, two levels. Tuesdays, August 29 - October 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Swing 1 / Lindy Hop Basics, no experience required; includes free Vermont Swings practice session immediately following.

Wednesdays, September 6 - October 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Swing 2C/ Mostly Swing Outs: Learn a variety of Swing Outs. Level 2: must have mastered Swing 1 – or by permission. Wednesdays, September 20 - October 4, 7:45-8:45 p.m., Shim Sham! & Jitterbug Stroll. All levels welcome.

Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. $50 for six-week series, $40 for students and seniors. Special price for Shim Sham class: $30. Info, 860-7501 or www. lindyvermont.com. No partner needed for any class! We focus on having fun and learning technique that will allow you to dance with anyone, anywhere. (Please bring clean, non-marking shoes.)

design/build DESIGN, CARPENTRY, WOODWORKING AND ARCHITECTURAL CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT YESTERMORROW DESIGN/BUILD SCHOOL, WARREN: Decks 101, August 19-20. $275. This hands-on building course will cover the design, layout, materials, footings, fasteners and finishes for outdoor decks. Energy and Resource Efficiency, August 26-27. $275. Gain an understanding of a variety of energy-efficient design details and their effects on your living environment.

Build a Rustic Trellis/Armchair, August 26 and 27. $100/$200 or $275 for both courses. All materials are included. Small Scale Design/Build, August 27-September 1. $725. Engage in the constant dialogue between creative vision and the pragmatic requirements of a project as you explore the seamless integration of design and construction. Woodturning, September 2-3. $375. Experience the joy and creativity or turning wood with a lathe, guided by a master turner.

Class size is limited to 2 students. Stone Masonry, September 9-10. $275. In this hands-on workshop, students will learn to construct stone walls utilizing dry-laid, masonry-laid and masonry-veneered methods. Info, call 802-496-5545, or visit www.yestermorrow.org. Scholarships are available. All Yestermorrow courses are small, intensive and hands-on. Celebrating our 26th year! Just 45 minutes from Burlington.

dreams INTRODUCTION TO JUNG: Thursdays, beginning September 14, 7-9 p.m. $50.

55 Clover Lane, Waterbury, VT. Info, call Sue, 802-244-7909. Get a basic overview of Jung, his thought and legacy, along with hands-on work; learn your type, your unique set of activated archetypes and more. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF DREAMING: Wednesdays, beginning September 13, 79 p.m. $100. 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury, VT. Info, call Sue, 802-244-7909. Learn the historical, cultural and theoretical underpinnings of dreams along with dream interpretation techniques. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

drumming BURLINGTON FALL SESSION I TAIKO CLASSES: Kids Beginners’ Class, Tuesdays 4:30-5:20 p.m. Six-week session begins 9/12. $47. Kids Advanced Beginners’ Class, Mondays 3:15-4 p.m. Six-week session begins 9/11. $47. Adult Beginners’ Class, Tuesdays 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Six-week session begins 9/12. $53. Adult Advanced Beginners’ Class, Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m. Seven-week session begins 9/11. $53. Review Class, Tuesday, 10/24,

4:30-5:20 p.m., kids, $8, 5:30-6:20 p.m., adults, $10. All classes held at Burlington Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Avenue, Burlington. Adult walk-in price, $10 per class. Info, 802-658-0658, email classes@burlingtontaiko.org or visit www. burlingtontaiko.org. Walk-ins welcome!

Gift certificates available!

feng shui FENG SHUI FOR REALTORS: Tuesday, August 22, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $75 includes lunch. Pre-registration required. 1824 House, Waitsfield. Info, contact certified feng shui practitioner, Carol C. Wheelock, M.Ed., 802-496-2306 or cwheelock@ fengshuivermont.com. Learn to use feng shui techniques to maximize a home’s value to potential buyers. Increase profits and decrease stress! Relicensure credit pending. Open to the public.

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FALL HAND DRUMMING CLASSES: Beginners Conga Class, Wednesdays. Sixweek session begins 9/13. $60. Threeweek session begins 10/25. $30. Twoweek session begins 11/29. $20. Walk-in price, $12. Beginners Djembe Class: Wednesdays. Six-week session begins 9/13. $60. Three-week session begins 10/25. $30. Two-week session begins 11/29. $20. Walk-in price, $12. Classes held at Burlington Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Avenue, Burlington. Info, 802-658-0658, email classes@burlingtontaiko.org or visit www.burlingtontaiko.org. Walk-ins welcome! Gift certificates available!

RICHMOND FALL SESSION I TAIKO CLASSES: Kids and Parents Beginners Class, Richmond Free Library Community Meeting Room, Thursdays, 5:30-6:20 p.m. Six-week session begins 9/14. $95/ pair. Adult Beginners Class, Richmond Free Library Community Meeting Room, Thursdays, 6:30-7:20 p.m. Six-week session begins 9/14. $59. Optional student recital Thursday, 10/26, 6 p.m. Special Richmond Review Day, Richmond Free Library Community Meeting Room, Saturday 10/21 2:00-6:10 p.m. Paid pre-registration is required, and there is a 10-person minimum for each class. Info, 802-6580658, email classes@burlingtontaiko. org or visit www.burlingtontaiko.org. Gift certificates available!

TABLA CLASSES: Mondays, starting September 11, 6-7:30 p.m. $25 per class, Tabla rental $10 per week. The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, Williston. Info, 802872-8898 or visit www.tabla-vermont. com. Study the drumming of North India.

Beginning level class. With over 10 years of experience in the US and India, Gabe Halberg is a founding member of the world-fusion group 35th Parallel WEST AFRICAN DRUM CLASS: Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. $13 per class or 10 classes for $100. Community barn space at The Intervale. Info, 802-859-0276 or visit http://pichancho77@yahoo.com.

On-going West African drum classes focusing on the traditional rhythms and songs of Guinea West Africa. All levels and ages welcome. Some drums available. Don’t be a bum, come bang a drum!

empowerment AVATAR: CREATE WHAT YOU PREFER! Free introductory sessions, Tuesdays, 7-9:30 p.m. and Sundays, 4:30-7 p.m.

Info, call Jen at 802-233-8829 or visit www.avatarepc.com. Avatar is a powerful self-development course that explores the relationships between your beliefs and experiences and that teaches the art of living deliberately. Through a series of simple, experiential exercises you learn how to create what you prefer and how to live from a more expansive, compassionate and aware place.

DURAS INDIA SONG PROJECT: Tuesdays, 5:45-8:45 p.m., beginning August 29 - December 5. UVM’s Royall Tyler Theater. Info, visit learn.uvm.edu/ duras. This class will study “India Song,” Marguerite Duras’ blues-filled mood piece that tells the story of a doomed colonial love affair in Calcutta during the last gasp of the Raj in the 1930s. Students may register for an additional credit by participating in a site-specific theatrical production of the drama with an original jazz score. In addition, students will have the opportunity to participate in every aspect of our celebration commemorating the 10th anniversary of Duras’ death, which will feature a rare screening of her 1975 film of “India Song,” and a two-day international symposium.

INTRODUCTION TO FILMMAKING: Thursday, September 6 – December 14, 3–6 p.m. CCV, Burlington. Register now!

Info, 802-865-4422 or visit www.ccv. edu. Hands-on introduction to filmmaking focusing on technical and narrative structure. Students produce short individual and group projects. 3 credits. Instructor: Darren Sullivan.

fine arts FINE ARTS CLASSES AT SHELBURNE ART CENTER: Painting with Acrylics, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., September 19 - November 7 (8 weeks). Level II Watercolor, Thursdays, 2-4:30 p.m., September 21 - October 26 (6 weeks).

Level I Watercolor, Thursdays, 2-4 p.m.

November 2 – December 14 (6 weeks).

Moving Forward in Oil Painting, Wednesdays 1-4 p.m., September 20 - November 8 (8 weeks). Info, 985-3648 or www. shelburneartcenter.org.

PORTRAIT DRAWING: Thursday and Friday, August 24–25, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Members $75, nonmembers $84, materials included. Shelburne Art Center. Info, 985-3648 or visit www.shelburneart center.org. This course will provide an intensive introduction to the techniques and concepts of portrait drawing. We will work from the standpoint of direct observation, but with an intuitive drive. The primary focus will be on perceiving the portrait as more than just facial features, but as a sum of personality, essence, form and attitude. Students will work with charcoal, pencil, chalk, ink/brush/ crowquill and graphite.

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healing HEALING RELATIONSHIPS: September 23 and 24, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. $325.

Info, 802-849-2766 or visit http://www. aloha-works.com. Heal your relationship with yourself, family, friends, and the world. Taught by world renowned Master Huna Shaman Serge Kahili King. At the Windjammer, So. Burlington. Free Friday lecture 7-8:30 p.m. Mention this ad for $25 off $325 conference fee.

herbs ORIENTAL HERBAL MEDICINE PROGRAM: Begins September 2006, one weekend a month, 150-hour program.

Elements of Healing, 62 Pearl St., Essex Jct. Info, visit www.elementsofhealing. net or 802-288-8160. This class will give students a strong foundation in the use of Chinese and Japanese herbs to treat numerous disharmonies. Students will learn the fundamentals of Oriental theory and diagnosis incorporating yin yang, 5 element, 8 principle, and Oriental internal medicine theory. This class will be appropriate for all body-workers and health-care providers, as well as those seeking to begin studies in alternative therapies. VSAC grants are available to those who qualify.

jewelry JEWELRY CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS AT SHELBURNE ART CENTER: Jewelry I, Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., ten weeks, September 21 – November 30 (no class Nov. 23). Casting, Wednesdays, 6:309:30 p.m., ten weeks, September 20 – November 29 (no class November 22).

Weekend Enameling Workshop, Saturday and Sunday, October 7 and 8, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Info, 985-3648 or www.shelburneart center.org.

kitesurfing/ windsurfing KITESURFING AND WINDSURFING: Summer-Fall weekdays and weekends.

Lessons by apt. Lake Champlain. Kitesurfing starts at $75, windsurfing at $60, see website for full package rates. Info, 802951-2586, email rachael@stormboarding. com or visit http://www.stormboarding. com. Get in on adrenaline wind sports on Lake Champlain. Certified, insured, professional and fun instruction. All sailing/riding equipment provided. Private and group instruction available and once you are hooked, you get a discount on excellent equipment for both sports.

language ENGLISH LANGUAGE TUTORING: Ongoing, 6-8 p.m. $30/hour. Info, 802-8653769. MA in Teaching English (ESL) from St. Mike’s. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced lessons and tutoring in reading, writing and oral skills.

SPANISH/FRENCH AND PORTUGUESE CLASSES: Mondays-Fridays, 5-8 p.m. $140 for eight weeks. Info, 917-3643123, visit http://www.123spanishnow. com or email constanciag@123spanish now.com. Spanish, French and Portuguese classes for adults, teens and kids!

Language classes with native speakers, designed for beginner through advanced levels. Students will learn basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation in a fun and positive learning environment. Starting in September. Located in Waitsfield, Montpelier and Burlington. Handouts and study materials provided. Looking for teachers Spanish, french and more.

martial arts AIKIDO OF CHAMPLAIN VALLEY: Adult introductory classes begin on Tuesday, September 5, 5:30 p.m. Please watch a class before enrolling. Adult classes meet Monday-Friday, 5:30-8 p.m., Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m., Saturdays, 10:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. and Sundays, 10-11 a.m. There are no children’s classes during the month of August, they will resume on Wednesday,

September 5, 4 p.m. and they will also meet on Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Muso Shinden Ryu laido (the traditional art of sword drawing), Thursdays, 7:45-9 p.m. Zazen (Zen meditation), Tuesdays, 8-8:45 p.m. Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine Street, Burlington. Info, 802-951-8900 or www.aikidovt.org.

This traditional Japanese martial art emphasizes circular, flowing movements and pinning and throwing techniques. Visitors are always welcome to watch Aikido classes. Gift certificates available. We now have a children’s play space for training parents. Classes are taught by Benjamin Pincus Sensei, 5th degree black belt and Burlington’s only fully certified (shidoin) Aikido instructor.

BAO TAK FAI TAI CHI INSTITUTE, SNAKE STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: For an appointment to view a class, Saturday, 11 a.m., Wednesday, 7 p.m., call 802864-7902 or visit www.iptaichi.org. 100 Church Street, Burlington. The snake style is the original martial version of Yang Tai Chi and was taught only to family and disciples for five generations. The Snake Style develops flexibility of the spine, hips, and rib cartilage and stretches and strengthens the internal muscles of the hips, abdomen, thoracic ribs and deep layers of the back.

The snake style uses core muscles to move from posture to posture in a rhythmic and seamless pattern, generating powerful ‘jin’ energy for martial skill and power. The snake style uses suppleness and subtlety to overcome brute force. Robust health, deep relaxation, emotional harmony, ‘touch’ sensitivity and intuitive power are the rewards of studying this masterful martial art. The snake style is taught by Bao Tak Fai (Bob Boyd), Disciple of the late Grandmaster Ip Tai Tak and sixth generation lineage teacher of the Yang style.

MARTIAL WAY SELF-DEFENSE CENTER: Day and evening classes for adults. Afternoon and Saturday classes for children.

Group and private lessons. Colchester. Free introductory class. Info, 893-8893. Kempo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Arnis and Wing Chun Kung Fu. One minute off I-89 at Exit 17.

MOY YAT KUNG FU: For info on classes in Burlington, call 324-7702 or visit www.kungfuvt.com. The Ving Tsun style was founded by a Buddhist nun and made famous by Bruce Lee. Ving Tsun, pronounced wing chun, is based in relaxation but is best known for being a highly effective system of self-defense.

VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Monday through Friday, 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. The “Punch Line” Boxing Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 4 Howard St., A-8, Burlington.

First class free. Info, 660-4072 or visit www.bjjusa.com. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a complete martial arts system based on leverage (provides a greater advantage and effect on a much larger opponent) and technique (fundamentals of dominant body position to use the technique to overcome size and strength). Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu enhances balance, flexibility, strength, cardio-respiratory fitness and builds personal courage and self-confidence. Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense classes (all levels), Boxing and NHB programs available. Brazilian Head Instructor with over 30 years of experience (5-Time Brazilian Champion - Rio de Janeiro), certified under Carlson Gracie. Positive and safe environment. Effective and easy-to-learn techniques that could save your life. Accept no imitations.

massage 500-HOUR MASSAGE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM: Wednesdays and every other Saturday. Day or evening classes on Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Wellness Massage Center and Institute. Info, 802-527-1601. Learn therapeutic massage to treat any body type and be able to work in any setting.

Extensive training program includes Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Therapeutic Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Myofascial Therapy, Shiatsu and much more. Learn from licensed instructors who have been teaching for more than 17 years and are Nationally Board Certified.

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ASIAN BODYWORK THERAPY PRACTITIONER TRAINING PROGRAM: Touchstone Healing Arts School of Massage. September 16, 2006 - July 10, 2007, Mondays, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday evenings plus one weekend per month. Come to a free information session Thursday, August 17, 7 p.m. 205 Dorset Street, South Burlington. Info, call 658-7715, www.touchstonehealin garts.com. Touchstone Healing Arts School of Massage offers a 400-hour program in Asian Bodywork Therapy. This course provides students with a solid foundation in Traditional Oriental medicine theory, and two forms of Oriental massage, Amma massage and Shiatsu massage. A Western body science class is also part of the program, although students with prior instruction in Anatomy and Physiology may not need to participate in this 100hour portion of the training. Other aspects of the class include the body’s meridian system, Yin Yang theory, 5-element theory, 8 principles of diagnosis, the internal and external causes of disease, Oriental pattern differentiation, diagnostic methods of finding disharmony (pulse, abdominal and tongue diagnosis), business practices and personal and professional development.

SWEDISH MASSAGE PRACTITIONER TRAINING PROGRAM: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, September 12, 2006 - June 7, 2007, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Touchstone Healing Arts School of Massage. Info, call 802-658-7715 or visit www.touchstonehealingarts.com.

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meditation INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION: Tuesdays, beginning September 12, 7-9 p.m. $50. 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury, VT. Info, call Sue, 802-244-7909. Get a basic orientation to an essential practice of the spiritual journey. Learn over a dozen techniques in this workshop that is more experiential than intellectual. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

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STAINED GLASS CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS AT SHELBURNE ART CENTER: Comprehensive Stained Glass, Mondays, 6–8:30 p.m., September 18 – November 20 (10 weeks). One-Day Lead Came Workshop, Saturday, September 30, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. One-Day Copper Foil Workshop, Saturday, October 28, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Info, 985-3648 or www.shelburneartcenter.org.

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MUSIC << 17B SONGWRITER’S AND INSTRUMENTALIST’S WORKSHOP: Sunday, August 20, 12 - 4:30 p.m. The Bundy Center for the Arts. $35/$85. Info, 802-496-4781 or visit http://bundycfa.org. Singer/Songwriter Rebecca Martin, bass player Larry Grenadier, and saxophonist Bill McHenry will hold workshops for teens and adults in playing the words and music that you hear.

performing arts FLYNNARTS FALL CLASSES: The fall brochure is available this week. Reserve your space as many classes fill fast!

Info, email flynnarts@flynncenter. org or call 802-652-4548, ext. 4, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Acting, Improvisation, Scene Study, Standup Comedy, and Creative Drama! Voice & Guitar Lessons, Jazz Improvisation, and Laptop Music Composition! Ballet, Jazz, Modern, HipHop, Dance for Fitness, Choreography, Creative Movement, and much, much more! These are just some of the performing arts classes and workshops available to the Burlington and wider community through the FlynnArts program this fall.

Children, teens, and adults of all skill levels can pursue or develop a passion in our studios and performance spaces.

photography ARTISTS/PHOTOGRAPHERS/EDUCATORS: Affordable, individual Photoshop instruction in a working artist’s studio.

Work with Frog Hollow artist John Churchman, a highly skilled master Photoshop artist who will guide you in translating your artistic ideas while expanding your personal Photoshop mastery/archival print making. Flexible scheduling available. Please call 899-2200.

to look good, feel good, and experience the freedom of a healthy body. Conveniently located in Burlington at 208 Flynn Ave. (across from the antique shops, near Oakledge Park). Want to learn more about Pilates? Call to sign up for a free introduction. We offer info sessions Saturdays, 10:30 a.m., or we can arrange a time to fit your schedule. Info, 802-863-9900 or visit www.pilatesspace.net. Member of the Pilates Method Alliance, an organization dedicated to establishing certification requirements and continuing education standards for Pilates professionals.

qi gong SHEN GONG NUI GUNG QI GONG WITH MASTER SHARE K. LEW: September 9 and 10, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Elements of Healing, Essex Junction, VT. 802-2888160 or visit www.elementsofhealing.net.

Class size is limited so please enroll early.

Please bring a pillow or cushion for comfort during the seated part of the set. Shen Gong Nui Qi Gong the exercises that Master Lew teaches are part of the internal system of self healing. These exercises strengthen the circulation of Chi (vital energy) through the internal organs and increases vital health and sensory perception. The primary purpose of this qi gong form is self healing. In addition they can develop concentration, increase visual and auditory acuity and enhance sensitivity to oneself and others.

theater THEATER/ACTING: Acting I and II. CCV, Burlington. Register now! Info, 802865-4422 or visit www.ccv.edu. Acting I: Tuesday, September 5 – December 12, 11:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. An introduction to the craft of acting. Includes work in improvisation, monologues and dramatic scenes. 3 credits. Acting II: Thursday, September 7 – December 14, 6:15–9:15 p.m.

Take your acting skills to the next level!

Students work on vocal training, character and script analysis, audition and rehearsal techniques and more. 3 credits.

visual arts VISUAL ART CLASSES AT CCV!: Most classes start the first week of September.

CCV, Burlington. Register now! Info, 802-865-4422 or visit www.ccv.edu. More than 30 classes include Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Book Arts, Drawing, Pastels, Oil Painting, Watercolor Painting, Printmaking and Stained Glass. CCV now offers a two-year program in Graphic Design. CCV art classes are taught by wellknown Vermont artists.

well-being VISIONEERING: September 18, October 16, November 13 and January 8, 6:30-9 p.m. $90. 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury, VT. Info, call Sue, 802-244-7909. Learn a scientifically-based technology to harness the power of vision that allows you to create the future out of the future and move your life ahead. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

pilates ABSOLUTE PILATES: Tone, stretch, strengthen, energize! at a new Pilates workout studio designed for men and women serious about getting into superb shape. At Absolute Pilates, Lynne Martens teaches the original, historical method of body conditioning created by powerful fitness guru Joseph Pilates. Absolute Pilates offers equipment-based private sessions (free 1/2 hour intros available) and group mat classes (first class free!) in an attractive, welcoming locale. 12 Gregory Drive, Suite One, South Burlington. Info, please call 802-310-2614 or email lynnemartens@ msn.com.

Lynne was certified by the Pilates Studio, NYC, in March 2000 after 600 hours of rigorous instruction and testing by Pilates elder Romana Kryzanowska and master teacher Bob Liekens. Lynne teaches Pilates in Burlington and Shelburne and at the University of Vermont.

CORE STUDIO: Burlington ‘s premier Pilates studio, conveniently located on the Waterfront in Downtown Burlington.

We offer a variety of core strengthening and other well-being related programs, specializing in ultra personalized by appointment sessions. Our Pilates options include Mat and Reformer private sessions, small group sessions and group classes. Our professional and passionate staff is trained and certified in a wide variety of Pilates styles, including classical, contemporary and modern. Hybrid Spinning/Pilates and Yoga classes are also offered. Visit our open, welcoming “green” studio, and enjoy whole body and mind wellness with: The Rolfing Studio for structural reintegration, The Saranagati Space for Ayurvedic-inspired bodywork and Tor Horvind Massage Therapy, specializing in deep-tissue sports massage. Your first consultation and first mat class is always free! Call 802-862-8686 or visit www.corestudioburlington.com for a complete class schedule and to learn more about how you can thrive with Pilates.

PILATES SPACE, A SPACE FOR INTELLIGENT MOVEMENT: Come experience our beautiful, light-filled studio, expert teachers and welcoming atmosphere. We offer Pilates, Anusara-inspired Yoga, Physical Therapy and Gyrotonic to people of all ages and levels of fitness who want

meditation, council (authentic communication skills), and moving into action. It will prepare participants to start their own local ZPCircle if they wish to (optional).

sailing COMMUNITY SAILING CENTER: Learn to sail! Classes for adults, youth and families, beginning and intermediate courses and full day camps. Ages 8 and up.

Located on Burlington Waterfront, north of fishing pier. Info, visit www.communi tysailingcenter.org or call 802-864-2499.

Sailboat, kayak and canoe rentals.

Other sailing opportunities include Friday night 420 race series, adaptive water sports program, high school sailing team, and overnight sailing expeditions. Community Sailing Center’s mission is to provide public access to educational and recreational opportunities through sailing, paddling and other lake-oriented programs.

spirituality PERFORMANCE OF SPIRITUAL MUSIC AND MEDITATION ON KINDNESS FOR PEACE IN THE WORLD AND MORE: August 18–20, with Grammy nominee and Tibet’s foremost composer and musician, Nawang Khechog. Milarepa Tibetan Buddhist Center, Northeast Kingdom of VT. Course fees for the weekend, sliding scale, $100-$150, scholarship available.

Info, 802-633-4136, email milarepa@ milarepacenter.org or visit www.milare pacen ter.org. August 18, 7 p.m., Nawang Khechog will perform in a concert dedicated to promoting peace and kindness. Aug. 19, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., A Day of Kindness to create a culture of kindness by nurturing and expanding the heart of universal love, kindness, compassion and non-harming.

August 20, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Stories & Songs of Milarepa; Nawang Khechog will share stories about Milarepa & read from the songs Milarepa is famous for.

Spirituality, Comunication and Action: Saturday, August 19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church, 152 Pearl St., Burlington (side entrance). Suggested donation, $15-25. For info, please contact after August 7, 413-320-1920, www.zpf-members.org/zp/circles/index. htm. The Zen Peacemaker Circle, founded

by Roshi Bernie Glassman, offers this workshop applicable to peacebuilding within any group or organization. Instruction in

women STEP UP TO LAW ENFORCEMENT: Nine-week job training program begins September. Recruiting now. Free to qualified applicants. Info, Vermont Works for Women, (formerly Northern New England Tradeswomen), 1-800-639-1472, 1-802878-0004 ext. 108, or email KMullins@ nnetw.org.

wood BEDROCKS TO BOWLS: Friday–Sunday, September 8–10, Friday 7–8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $250 includes materials and 2 lunches.

Shelburne Art Center. Info, 985-3648 or visit www.shelburneartcenter.org. Join Shelburne Farms and the Shelburne Art Center to harvest local clay and wood and transform it into bowls. A public presentation on Friday evening at the Art Center will explore the forces that have shaped the region’s geology; you’ll learn how to predict and interpret soil composition and understand the natural communities it supports. Workshops require no previous experience.

BOWL TURNING: Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Members $200, nonmembers $225, materials $30. Info, 985-3648 or visit www. shelburneartcenter.org. Here’s a chance to learn how to turn a bowl from green material or refine skills you may already have. The workshop requires no previous experience and because it is limited to no more than four participants there will be plenty of individualized attention.

THE COMMUNITY WOODWORKERS SHOP: Introduction to Basic Woodworking, August 10, September 6, 6-9 p.m.

Individual Woodworking Seminar, call for times. Basic Woodworking II, August 1, 6-9 p.m. Bowl Turning, July 25, 6-9 p.m.

Furniture Making and Design, August 7.

Finishing Techniques, July 22 and 30, 6-9 p.m. 382 Hercules Drive, Colchester.

Info, 802-655-4201 or visit http://mysite.verizon.net/stevensturgis/cwss.

WOOD CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS AT SHELBURNE ART CENTER: Ten-week classes for all levels: Fine Woodworking—Beginning, Mondays, September

18–November 20, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Fine Woodworking—Intermediate/Advanced, Tuesdays, September 19–November 21, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., or Tuesdays, September 19–November 21, 6:30–9:30 p.m., or Wednesdays, September 20–November 29 (no class Nov. 22), 6:30–9:30 p.m.

Workshops: Weekend Windsor Stool Class, Saturday & Sunday, October 14 & 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dovetails, Saturday and Sunday, November 11 and 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Info, 985-3648 or www.shelburneartcenter.org.

yoga ANATOMY AND YOGASANA: September 16 and 17, Waitsfield. $200. Info, 802-272-4243, email info@yogamudra. com or visit www.yogamudra.com. Study anatomical terms and landmarks for major bones, joints and muscles in yogasana.

Deepen understanding of prime movers, synergysts and antagonists and how they work together to create balance in a pose.

This workshop is for yoga teachers, serious students and bodyworkers. CEC recognized.

Leigh Milne RMT, RYT, PFT is certified in the Iyengar method, she has traveled twice to India to study with the Iyengar family.

BEECHER HILL YOGA: Yoga for people at all levels of fitness, experience and ability. Info, visit beecherhillyoga.com or call 802-482-3191.

BRISTOL YOGA: Daily Astanga Yoga classes for all levels. Special workshops and classes for beginners, intermediate, series and meditation. Private individual and group classes available by appointment. Old High School, Bristol. $12 dropin, $100 for ten classes, or $100 monthly pass. Info, 482-5547 or www.bristolyoga. com. This classical form of yoga incorporates balance, strength and flexibility to steady the mind, strengthen the body and free the soul.

JOHNSON YOGA STUDIO: New summer schedule. $10 per class. Johnson Yoga Studio, 36 Street, Johnson. Info, 802-635-2733 or visit http://vermontstudiocenter.org/yoga.html. Johnson Yoga Studio offers Vinyasa classes with Catherine Gellis, Iyengar Yoga Levels 1 and 2/3 with Leigh Milne, the only certified Iyengar teacher in Vermont, Gentle Yoga and Kripalu with Pat Brower, Sivananda with Jenny Berschling and Hatha with Suzanne Tremblay.

SHELBURNE HEALTH AND FITNESS: Gentle Yoga, Yoga Flow and Ashtanga Yoga, Sunday thru Friday. Shelburne Health & Fitness, 4068 Shelburne Road, Shelburne. $12 drop-in, $100/10 classes, or unlimited monthly ($40-$75). Info, visit www.shelburnehealthandfitness. com, call 985-3141 or email info@shelburnehealthandfitness.com. Shelburne Health & Fitness provides a warm, welcoming, nurturing atmosphere YOGA VERMONT: Daily classes, open to all levels. Astanga, Vinyasa, Jivamukti, Kripalu, Restorative, Prenatal, Kids and Senior Classes. Register for our six-week Introduction to Astanga Yoga, Tuesdays 7:30 p.m., August 8 - September 12, six-week Toddler 1&2 Monday mornings, September 11 - October 16, Kids Yoga, Wednesday, September 13 - October 18.

Monthly Sunday restorative sessions, August 27 and September 24. YVT 200hour instructor training begins July 22.

Chace Mill, Burlington. $13 drop-in, 10 classes/$100. Month pass $120. Info, 660-9718 or visit www.yogavermont. com. Explore a variety of yoga styles with experienced and passionate instructors in three beautiful, spacious studios on the Winooski River. Classes seven days a week. m

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listing rates:

Private Party Merchandise listings: FREE! Housing Line Listings: 25 words for $15. Over 25: 50¢/word Legals: 35¢/word. Other Line Ads: 25 words for $10. Over 25: 50¢/word.

display rates: For Sale by Owner: 25 words + photo, $35, 2 weeks $60.

Homeworks: 40 words + photo, $40.

Jobs and other display ads: $21/col. inch

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INCREDIBLE

BARN SALE Antiques/ Collectibles 1964 Chevy Biscayne Great condition, 3-speed. $5000/OBO. Call 802-233-2467.

Bed frames 2 mahogany fancy full/queen frames; 1 spindle twin frame. Contact 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Bouncing 40 Horse Hedstrom Moonlight 1960s collector’s item or great toy for kids, $85/ OBO. Contact 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Dale Earnhart laminated poster. 2’x3’. $20. 802-363-3547.

Vintage Tools Vintage hand tools, drill and bits, chisels, monkey wrench, shoeforms w/lap stand. Call 658-9282.

Appliances/ Tools/Parts 03 Kia Sedona Van Equipped w/ handicap accommodation, keyless entry and auto hatch opener. Excellent condition. 15 K. $14,900.

Please call 802-482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

American Racing Rims 4 American Racing Rims. 8” x 16” w/caps & lug nuts. Six hole (Toyota Tacoma- Ford Ranger). $250/OBO. 1-802-827-6176, anytime.

Bernina Serger 3/4 thread, runs great, free w/purchase of fabric, various types/mostly floral prints. Contact 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Buy This Stuff 2 axle 10x50 mobile home frame, $250. Plow frame-blade & hydraulic. Myers came off of 75 Dodge $175. 4 15” xterra aluminum wheels $200.

802-635-7444.

Chipper Bolens MC 2500. 5 hp Briggs and Stratton engine. New $1200, asking $500.

802-363-1227.

Claw Foot Tub cast iron. Good cond. 802-879-4846.

Compact Stationary washer New in box GE washer model WSLS1100D. $460. Tel. 802-2889530, leave message.

Concession trailer, good condition, $1000/OBO. Hot dog cart, needs work, $1000/OBO. 802-598-8829.

from nick-nacks t o r i c h e s through babylon

377 Pine St. August 18-20 Fri • SAt • S u n 9:00Am - 4:00Pm underwritten by:

Four Corners of the Earth Deli CRAFTSMAN WORK BENCH Great workbench, every garage needs one! Galvanized top, storage drawers. Excellent condition.

Originally $259 asking $130.

Please call 802-999-2469 for more info. Thanks!

Dryer Apartment-Sized clothes dryer, uses regular 110 outlet. Works great. $60.

802-655-0210.

Fireplace Insert Avalon Olympic Wood Insert, 1999. Their largest woodburning insert, fits most fireplaces, heats a 2500 sq. ft. home. More info see... burling ton.craigslist.org/for/183984173. html. $750. Call 324-1207.

Firestone tires Infinity LH30, P185/65R15. Almost perfect condition. $60. 363-3587.

G.E. Electric Cooktop Almondcolored. Spotless, like new. $85.

802-899-2305.

Old electric 10” radio arm saw on stand. Switch needs fixing.

802-863-5307.

Proctor-Silex Toaster Oven Comes w/trays and accessories for grilling/toasting/baking. $5.

802-355-8773.

Riding Lawn Mower Murray riding lawnmower w/42” mowing deck, good condition, asking $500. 802-878-8959.

Sewing machine 14 stiches settings. Great shape. $50.

802-363-3547.

Sunbeam Coffeemaker Comes w/a dozen packets of ground coffee from Green Mountain. Flavors: Belgian Chocolate, French Vanilla, Hazelnut, Pumpkin Spice, French Toast. $8/OBO. 802-355-8773.

TIRES BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A. 235/70R 16. 35 K, lots of tread left. Great SUV tires. $100/OBO (were $600 + new). 802-8720313, evenings.

Two car sets Genuine lambskin.

Silver gray. $25. 951-2543.

Wagner Cap Spray 9100 Paint spray system. 4-stage turbine. 3’ hose, 1 quart cup w/gun. 2-quart remote cup. Excellent condition. $1000 value, asking $500. 2299827, evenings.

WASHER/DRYER Almost new.

Asking $300. Call 802-859-3342.

Leave message.

Clothing/ Jewelry Ladies’ leather jacket Size medium, black. Good condition. $20. 802-363-3547.

Plus-Size Wedding Gown New! Elegant, traditional, princessstyle satin wedding gown w/long sleeves, gorgeous back and beautiful beading. Size 18/20. $300/ OBO. Please call Cindy 434-4510.

Plus Size Wedding Gown Renaissance style wedding gown w/ebmroidered bodice and angel wing sleeves. Stunning and flattering. Gently worn, size 18/20. $150/OBO. Call Cindy 434-4510.

Serious skin care From the HSN, olive oil products, 9, brand new. Incl. bronze bag and yearly planner. Paid $70, asking $20.

802-363-3547.

Ultrasonic Cleaner Rio Grande Model 300 w/basket, rack and one gallon cleaning solution. Cost $290, only used twice. Sell for $200. Call 272-7824.

Electronics ‘03 iBook! $895 OBO Excellent 900 MHZ, G3, 128 MB memory. Airport, CD-DVD. 12”, OS X 10.3.9. Hard drive, keyboard, logicboard replaced by Apple in ‘05.

802-875-5555.

AM/FM Radio Alarm Clock AM/ FM clock radio. $4. 802-355-8773.

Brand new DVD player. Used once. $30. 802-373-4802.

British Audiophile System Superb British Stereo System consisting of seperate amp/tuner/CD player (warranty) and super floor speakers. Cost new $4500, now $1799 firm. Contact Milo. 802229-1046 or jihley@adelphia. net.

Canon Macro Zoom Lens Great 28-105mm range. Use it w/your digital or the incl. EOS power advance film body. Lens cap, filters also incl. $200/OBO. 802-238-5718.

White pop-up toaster 2slice, white, pop-up toaster. $5.

802-355-8773.

Color Printer Canon Pixma ip600 color photo printer w/ink cartridges. New in sealed box. $30. Call 272-7824.

Woodstove - Near New Jotul Jotul 118, black matte w/bear.

Meets EPA standards without catalytic converter. Used less than one season. Cost $1375 new, yours for $1000. Call 425-2854.

Computer Monitor Emachines eview 17f3 color monitor. 17” crt, 1280x1024 dpi max resolution.

Brand new, in sealed box. $75.

Call 272-7824.

Woodworking tools Lathe, drill press and table saw. $1200.

802-865-2363.

Dual Cassette Dubbing Deck RCA tape-to-tape copying, in box and w/user manual, used only once. Was $115, now $35 firm.

802-660-2099.

Household items Cello and soft-side case. Great beginner instrument. Wicker desk, Bernina 4-thread Serger, Lego space station 6991, bouncing 40 Hedstrom horse. quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Lexmark Color Printer Perfect condition color jet print printer for Windows, w/user manual and installation software, extra ink cartridges. Only $35 firm.

802-660-2099.

LIKE NEW: 1 pair Sony 3-way bookshelf speakers, magnetically shielded, 8ohm 120 watts, black, width: 9.5”, depth: 9”, height: 21”. Model #SSMB350H. $100/ firm. Call 862-8540.

NOKIA 5165 cellphone Charger and handsfree earpiece set incl. $20. 802-355-8773.

Asian Seas Table Lamp Asianinspired shade and seashell finial atop 1950s ceramic base with raised sea-life design. Beautiful turquoise to green gradated color. 22”. Pic online. $40./OBO. 802-238-5718.

Bedroom Set Wicker bedroom set. Twin daybed frame, nightstand, vanity, & 2 mirrors. Good condition. $150. Willing to sell items individually. 660-3724.

Cedar Chest Great condition. A steal at $50. Call 658-9282.

NOKIA n92 FOR $220USD NOKIA n90 for just$18 0USD. APPLE 60GB IPOD video and lots more. Contact: hallelectro@hotmail.com.

couch, table, etc. Decent couch, kitchen table w/2 chairs, bed, and some small drawers for sale. Need to go this week. I’m not greedy -make an offer. 802-999-8670.

Olympus Camera Stylus Epic Zoom 80. Pocket size. Excellent condition. Purchased $200. Yours for $45. 864-3212.

Desk Metal office desk, gray, super retro style, six drawers, good condition. $35/OBO. 872-0313, evenings.

Entertainment/ Tickets DANCERS WANTED to perform at bachelor parties, birthdays and private parties. Work available.

Make full-time money with parttime hours. No experience necessary. 802-363-0229.

Dancers wanted: Lollipop entertainment. Girls gone wild. Best prices. Dancers for any function.

New talent welcome. $500 bonus.

802-661-0122.

FREE DIRECTV 1 - 4 room system!

No credit card required! All 250+ Channels free 4 months with NFL Sunday Ticket! Free DVR! Also Dish Network! $19.99! 1-800-4901814. (AAN CAN).

Solid Gold exotic dancers. Adult entertainment for birthday, bachelor, bachelorette and fun-on-one shows or any time good friends get together. #1 for fun. 802658-1464. New talent welcome.

Dining Room Chairs 6 highbacked dining room chairs w/ woven seats, oak finish. Older but in nice shape. $100 for all.

802-655-0210.

Dining Set Glass-top table w/6 chairs. Bamboo table legs and chairs. Chairs are cane backed w/upholstered seats. Good condition. $150/OBO. 660-3724.

Dining Set Very nice oak pedestal table w/2 leaves and protective pads. 4 upholstered chairs.

Marble top buffet/sideboard. $750. Pics available. 434-2347.

Dressers (3) - double dresser w/mirror and matching chest of drawers. Maple, good condition.

Additional chest of drawers, light wood, fair condition. $75 for all.

802-655-0210.

Full-size headboard Wooden, full-size headboard, $8/OBO. 802-355-8773.

FURNISHINGS Retro-lounger, chandelier, new steel door, drafting table, new pastamaker, brand new novelty T-shirts, 40 XL and L, electric typewriters, large planter. 802-482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Free Stuff

FUTON Full size, Mission style, good shape. Barely used. $150 / best. 660-8527.

Fuel oil I may be able to haul off your fuel oil and tank. Call me, 254-534-4418.

King-sized waterbed 6-drawer pedestal, headboard w/drawers, mirror. Lights need work.

802-863-5307.

Furniture Rocking chair, oak, excellent shape, $40. End table, good shape, $10. Metal pants trolley, holds 20 pair, $15. Lava lamp, w/gold wax, 30 years old, $25.

363-3547. almost new couch $400/OBO less than one year old, excellent condition, beige, microfiber, oversized super comfortable. Contact 802-881-8557. Can negotiate delivery.

Lamp Here’s a wonderful brass lamp which gives off a lovely glow; almost as if it was a candle.

14” high. Pic is online. $35/OBO. 802-238-5718.

Large Kitchen Table! Butcher block style table w/4 chairs, 59” x 34” x 31”. Very sturdy. $100/OBO. Call Payton at 658-9464.

MOVING SALE: FURNITURE ETC Antique, dark wood, Far Eastern armchairs and settees. Mahogany glass top coffee table, TV, stereo, VCR, entertainment center, printer, twinbed, boxspring, lamps, sidetables, kitchenware, household items. 802-355-8773.

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Show and tell.

View and post up to 6 photos per ad online.

Oak Computer Armoire Oak computer armoire from Modern Design. Will sell for $450. (Purchased new for $825). Leave message at 862-4126.

Enormous Yard Sale Antiques, tools, doors, boats, toys, lots of cheap and free - all must go!

Sat 8/19, 36 Pleasant St., Essex Junction.

OAK-FRAMED CHAIR Box-like solid oak-framed chair w/blue nylon-covered thick foam seat- and back-cushions. Oak frame is oneinch thick. Clean, very nice condition. $50. 802-899-2305.

Estate sale + Saturday, 8/19 and Sunday, 8/20, Underhill. 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 93 Bear Town Rd. Furniture, tools, antiques, children’s items, etc. 802-899-1424.

Queen Bed - $200 Queen bed and boxspring, $200. This is a great deal - only a year old. Available 08/25-30. Email erikaabrams@ gmail.com for more info.

Rocking Chair Hardwood, darkcolored. Clean, excellent condition. $50. 802-899-2305.

Rocking Chair Beech, high back, oak stain, minimally used, excellent condition, 1 year old. $200/OBO. 241-1056.

Sidetables, stands, lamps White 16” square sidetable. Rattan nightstand. Various lamps and other sidetables also avail. all from $5 and up. 802-355-8773.

Snooze & Cruise Toddler Bed Bed in the shape of a “beetlebug” car. Comes w/standard cribsized mattress. Currently disassembled in our garage. $100/OBO. Call 655-9479 or email sikter@ gmail.com.

Solid Full-length mirror White rollaway full-length mirror on wheels, $15. Wall mirror also available, $5. 802-355-8773.

Solid wood rocking chair Excellent condition, exceedingly strong, no creaks or cracks. $160/ OBO. 802-355-8773.

Still in the box 1 brass chandelier, originally $550, asking $300.

1 brass and beveled glass foyer chandelier, originally $350, asking $200. 802-864-5380.

Table Lamps Two matched table lamps w/shades. Black metal w/amber-colored glass base. Nice condition. $10/each.

802-899-2305.

Thonet Bentwood Chairs Set of 4. Honey colored; seat upholstered w/dark red ribbed fabric (easy to recover); Sturdy. Great condition. See pic online. $80/ OBO. 802-238-5718.

Twin Bed: Exc. condition Unique slim Scandinavian design, can be used as decorative settees when not in use. Matching yellow and red round retro tables.

802-355-8773.

Used bed for sale Used twin bed. Box spring. Wood frame.

Fairly comfortable. Asking $65.

Must sell. Please contact Emily, 343-5884.

Wheelchairs Manual and power.

Used very little, very good condition. Call 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Wood Dining Table w/Chairs Round drop-leaf dining table on pedestal. Light-colored wood.

Incls. 4 bi-colored high-back chairs (light and dark wood).

Excellent cond. 2 yrs. old. $150.

802-879-3879.

Wooden Buffet Table Wooden buffet table w/barstool. Beech and green finish. $30/OBO. 802-355-8773.

Wooden Entertainment Cr. 27.5” wide x 22” high x 16” deep.

Perfect for 27” TV, stereo, DVD player and storage of tapes/CDs/ DVDs. Beech and black finish. $40/OBO. 802-355-8773.

Garage/Estate Sales Antiques, furniture, unique game table and 4 bourbon barrel chairs, stove, dishes, lots more good stuff. Saturday, 9-4, Sunday, 9-3, 159 West St., Essex Jct.

Moving Sale Sat., Aug 19, 81. Moving sale. 6986 Williston Road (Route 2 between Taft Corners/Town of Williston). Selling tools, lawn mower, desk, etc.

802-878-8959.

GUINEA PIGS Free. Two adult females, must go together, all supplies included. 802-598-9368.

Two five-month-old kittens mixed, color tigers. Dog lovers, people shy. Great as a pair. Will pay for intial shots and spaying.

802-863-5307.

VERY FRIENDLY COCKATIELS! Beautiful! Friendly! Sweet! Handfed and handtrained Cockatiels!

Love to be pet and to sing! $100/ each, firm. Don’t miss this! Call Ashley at 802-479-2926.

Sports Equipment Gazelle Aerobic Glider Likenew condition. As popularized by instructor Tony Little. Retails for up to $200, yours for $75. Email evangl11@netzero.net.

Left-Handed Bow Martin Bengal Bow. Comes with deer case and lots of extras. Excellent condition. Great bow to shoot! $150 OBO. Call Anthony at 802-249-8092.

Mini Stepper w/digital timer and calorie counter. Great for keeping in shape and travel. Small and compact. $12. 802-355-8773.

Pool Table & Home Gym 8’ Slatron Harvard Montclair pool table, asking $500. Weider Pro 9940 gym, asking $175. Call 878-8959.

RIDE snowboard 158 Ride Control board. Used by girl for one season, great condition, $75/OBO. THULE POD Thule Evolution rooftop storage carrier. In good shape. $200. 244-5308.

Torso Track 2 Abdominal and upper-body workout device in excellent condition. Retails for over $100, yours for $50. Email evangl11@netzero.net.

Treadmill Precor 9.2 In excellent condition except for a damaged (replaceable) hood. Incline 0-10%, 5 “Walk” and 5 “Run” courses at speeds 0.5-9mph. Asking $450. 999-2155.

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Airport and/or Power Cord Want to buy an Airport card and/ or a power cord for a 2003 iBook.

Contact me at notrainingwheels@ gmail.com. Thanks!

Sallie West, M.A., M.F.T Individuals and couples counseling.

Specializing in relationships and spiritual/personal growth, depression, anxiety and life transitions. Burlington and Waitsfield.

496-7135.

An Avid Organizer Avid organizer to declutter your home/office, creative ways of recycling to ease the letting-go, pack boxes efficiently for least storage space.

Resourceful at using what you already have. Extensive references.

Gloria 802-223-1495.

Education Learn Tennis Today! Learn tennis from a competent local educator. Children to adults can enjoy the benefits of this fun and healthy activity. Call Erik 6600699, erikkaarla@hotmail.com.

Pets

golden retriever puppies AKC reg. Light color golden puppies. 5 males and 5 females. Good nature and both parents on premises. Vet checked and first shots. Ready to go August 17 to good homes. Call now for appointment to pick out your puppy! Females $600, males $650. Alice & Joe, 802-244-4994, days or email buttertop7@aol. com.

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TWO FAMILY YARD SALE!!! Unloading furniture, appliances, baby gear, lots more. Sat. 8/19, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Staniford Road, off North Ave by firehouse.

Small street, you’ll find us.

free loving rats Sammy and Stuey and friendly rats. All equipment incl. Loving family please. I’m moving onto campus and can’t take them with me.

802-338-1024.

Open 24/7/365.

Auto *HONDAS FROM $500!* Buy police impounds and bank repos! For listings call 800-749-8104 ext.

N222.

1997 Subaru Outback Wagon Wonderful family car. 167,500 mostly highway miles. AWD, auto.

Well-maintained. Power, AC, heated seats, roof rack/kayak attachments, bike rack, snow tires, engine heater, tow package. Selling as kids have grown up. $3850.

802-434-5682.

Child care Flexible, affordable, live-in child care. Approx. $280/week.

All au pairs will have legal visas, driver’s licenses, background checks, training, and local support. Please call Jill at 802-2385599 or visit www.culturalcare. com.

HOME CHILD CARE Registered child care. For ages 2-5, 15 yrs. experience in early education-degree in early ed. New North End of Burlington. Fun, educational and structured programs. Very clean, and loving home. Great ref. Call Traci, 860-1084.

IN-HOME CHILD CARE NEEDED for easy-going 2.5-year-old in Charlotte (15 mins. from Burlington). Monday and Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Also possible weekend days, too. Looking for experienced, reliable babysitter who is active, creative, caring, calm.

College student or older please.

Toddler experience preferred.

Child care refs. req. Minimum commitment of 3 months. Nice family. Happy to help w/gas money.

Laura, 425-2109 or LCIsearch@ aol.com. Thanks.

Nanny Wanted Charlotte family seeking experienced nanny for 2 1/2 days a week. Responsilbilities include getting school-age children on/off bus and caring for our toddler during the day. Will need own transportation. Good salary.

Please call Lori, 425-3771 Seeking Child Care for 1.5and 3.5-year-old in my Burlington home, 25 hrs./week. Willing to split job between two people.

Must have energy, experience and great references. 860-9584.

Computer Jurgens Computer Repair 8781912. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., $46/hour.

We make house calls. PC hardware, software, network problems fixed. Seniors 10% off labor. www. jjurgens.net

Work & Learn! Exchange volunteering for free Buddhist classes, workshops. Work-study program in Buddhist community includes room, meals, small living allowance. Northern CA www.nyingma. org, 510-981-1987.

Financial/Legal $5000-$100,000 Free cash grants-2006!, Never repay! Personal/medical bills, school, new business/home, etc. Live operators! Avoid deadlines! Listings, call 1-800-270-1213, ext. 232.

(AAN CAN) Part-time law office help Third-year law school student looking for part-time law office/ legal work. Avail. Thursdays and Fridays starting September 1st.

Refs available. 272-5662.

Health/Wellness A better massage Swedish, circulatory. Jaqi, 802-310-6519.

Allied Healing Therapies Yeah baby!! You know you want a groovy massage. Call today! An optimum blend of oily Swedish, al dente Acupressure and resonant Reiki, conveniently at your location. Pete Bellini, 802-371-8589.

Moving/Hauling

Pet

Mini PotBellied Pigs 4Sale $1000 males/$1200 females. Incl. piglet, leash, cage, first round vaccinations, health certificate, book on training, airfare, neutering/spaying.

Serious calls only. $300 deposit. Call Jessica, 201-914-5096.

Responsible Animal LOVER Trustworthy petsitter that housesits as well in further comforting your loved ones. Available for daytime walks/visits to relieve your pets’ loneliness or bodily needs. Extensive references. Gloria, 802-223-1495.

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Never repay! Personal/medical bills, school, new business/home etc. Live operators! Avoid deadlines! For listings, call 1-800-2701213 Ext. 232. (AAN CAN)

Feng Shui Vermont Consultations for homes, businesses, schools. Space clearing, personal clearing, presentations, workshops. Certified Feng Shui Practitioner Carol C. Wheelock, M.Ed. 802-496-2306, cwheelock@ fengshuivermont.com, www. fengshuivermont.com.

EARN $10,000 MONTHLY Working online from home! Guaranteed daily cash payments! Paid training provided! As seen on TV. Free info online now! www.BigPayJobs.com.

You deserve a Massage. Relax into yourself with Bodywork designed to restore balance and facilitate healing. Call for an appointment. Catrin Steward, 802-578-4147.

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NOW HIRING FOR 2006 postal jobs. $18/hour Starting, Avg. Pay $57K/year. Federal Benefits, Paid Training, and Vacations. No Experience Needed! 1-800-584-1775 Ref#P4401 (VOID IN WI) (AAN CAN) WaitStaff Wanted Looking to hire ft/pt waitstaff for Sonoma Station restaurant in Richmond.

Must have experience, value good food and have a friendly personality. Call 434-5949.

Biz Opps

1000 envelopes= $5000 Receive $5 for every envelope stuffed with our sales material. Guaranteed!

Free information: 24-hour recording 1-800-785-7076. (AAN CAN)

Massage Therapy and P.T. Therapeutic massage with Ann Taylor, P.T., UVM graduate, 2002 winter Olympic coach, with 31 years experience in manual therapy, acupressure, neuromuscular, myofascial release, Swedish, craniosacral, and sports massage techniques. Or, if you prefer: physical therapy evaluation and treatment. Find a solution for your muscle, joint, and/or pain problems. Introductory Special: One session is $45. Three sessions: $35 each. 802-233-0932.

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Join apts. Call Melissa, 802-233-6352. today! Call 1-800-718-3084 (AAN Junk Removal Light moving. CAN).

Buy and sell household furnishMovie extras, actors, models! ings. Brian Lowell, 802-899-3583.

Make $100-$300/day. No exp. req., FT/PT All looks needed! 1800-799-6215. (AAN CAN)

Colonic Hydrotherapy Digestive wellness. 20 years experience in holistic therapies. “Wellness begins from within.” Call for appt., 660-0779.

Massage therapy for wellness and relaxation. Deep tissue, hot stone, pregnancy and Swedish.

Downtown location. Thembie, CMT, 802-355-9798.

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Bands/ Musicians 80’s lovers wanted Local band, Gag Me With a Spoon, is looking for energetic musicians and stylized dancers. For auditions call Dux, 578-2670.

Band Wanted Burlington based male vocalist looking for established cover or original band.

All styles welcome. Call Dux, 578-2670.

BANDS Looking for a place to play out? Call The Backstage, Essex Junction, 802-878-5494. guitarist/bassist needed Looking for serious and interested musicians to fill positions in original band. Must have own equipment and willing to travel. www.myspace.com/chakabuku.

Burlington area.

Sound Manipulator Wanted Metal/progressive rock trio is seeking an experienced sound manipulator. We are interested in samples/noise and live filtering.

Check out www.myspace.com/ dentatamare or email pspartos@ hotmail.com.

For Sale Ashdown Bass Combo Used Ashdown electric blue 180 watt, bass combo amp w/1x15” speaker. Some gigging. Solid as a rock with sweet tone. $250/OBO. 802-879-9661.

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03 Kia Sedona Van Equipped w/ handicap accommodation, keyless entry and auto hatch opener. Excellent condition. 15 K. $14,900.

Please call 802 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

1964 Chevy Biscayne Great condition, 3-speed manual, mild custom. $5000/OBO. A must see.

Call 233-2467.

1984 Chevy Convertible Runs good, needs some TLC. Fun summer car. Best offer. 802-349-9563.

1991 Buick Skylark 4 cyc, auto, AC, 72 K. Orginal miles. Needs work. $500. Call 802-863-5397.

« Music Celebrity Ovation guitar, $199.

865-2363.

Cello Basic beginner full size cello. Call 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

GRACE POTTER TICKET Grace Potter and The Nocturnals: 2 tickets, for the 9/3/06 show at Shelburne Museum. 802-522-3258.

Guitar Repair Expert fretted instrument repair and restorations.

16 years experience. I buy broken instruments. Lyn Hardy, 802 2237252, lyn@lynhardy.com. See my work: www.lynhardy.com.

Johnny Azer CD At Pure Pop, downtown or 863-5630. Preview songs and Kimmell performance, www.myspace/JohnnyAzer.com.

KADENCE 5-PIECE DRUM SET W/20” scimitar bronze rock ride cymbal. 14” Sabian aax studio crash cymbal. Professional grade cymbal stands, padded stool.

Asking $280. 802-238-2045.

Keyboard - Yamaha PSR-520 Excellent condition. Built-in speakers, MIDI, touch response, accompaniment and recording functions, etc. Incls. case and stand. $350/ OBO. 802-310-7942.

Piano Tuner in Milton area For a low-priced quality piano tuning, call Joe Pepper, 913-2051980, joepianono@gmail.com.

Premier Cabrio 5 piece Beautiful set but must sell. Complete w/full set of Saabian cymbals, Gibraltar throne and bass pedal. Call 802-338-0364 or email okunkaren@aol.com. $1000/firm.

Instruction

Auditions/ Casting Interviews on Casual Sex Interested in answering questions on what it’s like to be sexually active? Speak on camera or email us about your single experience. freshgrassdocumentary@yahoo. com.

Models wanted Female models for various fashion projects. Get free portfolio, experience. Contact David Russell Photography - 373-1912 or email dave@daverussell.org. Website http://www. daverussell.org.

For Sale Acrylic and Gesso on Canvas.

Strong bold color and graphic; Great brushwork. Do you know this local artist? Signed Chris ‘05. 40”x30” $85/OBO. 802-238-5718.

Amy White Garden Frame Whimsical 3-D screen art of purple iris and daisy. Hang it indoors or out! Signed. 15 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Pic is online. $75/OBO. 802-238-5718.

Openings/ Shows Matthew Thorsen Photographs, paintings and collages. Full Tank Glass Gallery, Church Street, Burlington. Through August.

Bass Guitar Lessons Aram Bedrosian. All levels/styles welcome! Learn technique, theory, songs, reading, ear training and more...years of teaching/playing experience. Pine St. studio. 802598-8861, aram@arambedrosian. com, www.arambedrosian.com. guitar lessons $10/hour. Pete Meyers, 518-570-5611. Burlington area.

PIANO LESSONS AVAILABLE Experienced teacher, working performer/musician, all styles, jazz/classical/pop/etc.

Expert w/beginners, simultaneous approaches as we start, reading/ playing by ear/technique/theory/ learning favorite songs/notating original songs, reasonable rates, both adults and kids. Please call 651-7711 or e-mail vagabondvt@ yahoo.com.

Piano Lessons in Milton Experienced piano teacher taking on new students in the Milton area.

Works well with all ages/levels.

Contact: Joe Pepper, 913-2051980, joepianono@yahoo.com.

Bicycles 2001 Cannondale F500 You need to see this to believe it.

Barely used, top of the line Cannondale mtn. bike. Asking $600/ OBO. Call 318-0145 for details.

Cars/Trucks $500 POLICE IMPOUNDS, Cars from $500! Tax Repos, US Marshal and IRS sales! Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Toyotas, Hondas, Chevys, more!

For Listings Call 1-800-298-4150 ext.C107. (AAN CAN)

1992 Chrysler New Yorker Only 59 K, great condition, very reliable, newly inspected, extra set snow tires. $1000/OBO. Call 802-310-6873.

1993 Audi 90s 5 speed-146K 1993 Audi 90s front wheel drive, 146 K miles and runs great. Power windows, power sun roof, power steering, 5-speed standard, cassette, heated seats, Nokian tires, etc. 802-233-2943.

1993 Nissan Kingcab 4WD 5speed, w/cap, bedliner, receiver hitch. 156 K, 4-cyl. engine runs strong, 18-22 MPG. Good body, new brakes and fuel lines 2/06. $2500/OBO. 802-388-0118.

1994 Nissan Altima XE Black, 5-speed, 4-door. CD player, runs great, some rust. $1300/OBO. Call anytime, 802-272-7762.

1994 VOLVO 940 175 K. Runs great. Some fender damage.

Needs brakes. $700. Call Chris at 318-1708.

1997 Chevy Cavalier Z24 54 K, power windows, doors, sun roof. Good condition. $4900/OBO. 802-425-3143.

1997 LEXUS ES-300 136 K, very good condition, V-6, auto, leather, moon-roof, CD changer, alloy wheels, black, all maint. records avail. $7095. 877-9289 (Ferrisburgh).

1997 Nissan Sentra GXE 4door, auto, A/C, power windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, tilt.

Looks/runs excellent, 35+ mpg, 103 K, drive anywhere! Incls. 4 new studded hakka snows. $3500.

518-572-7695.

1998 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB Dark blue, in good condition, new tires, asking only $2500. That’s $1500 under book value!! Act quick or miss this deal!! Call Aaron, 802-318-6892.

2000 Ford Ranger XL 4x4 2000 Ford Ranger XL extended cab, 4x4, 3.0L V6, Cd stereo, bed-liner, 83,000 highway miles.

Interior/exterior in good to excellent shape, needs brake work and tail light housing. Regularly maintained, new plugs and distributor cap wires. Call Mike at 802-238-0697.

2001 Saab 9-3 Turbo 2 liter, 2.0 high output, adult owned, meticulous maintenance. Looks and drives excellent. Loaded, heated leather, OnStar, 7-disc changer, power sun roof, Thule roof rack.

Purchased new, must sell. 75 K. $5995/firm. 802-999-2474.

2001 Volkswagen Golf GLS Great condition! Black w/gray interior, alloy wheels, manual, sunroof/moonroof, power windows/door locks, cruise control, AC, AM/FM, cassette, CD changer, Monsoon sound system. Snow tires incl. 802-310-9358.

2001 VW Golf GLS 2.0 Green, 5-Speed, power windows, doors, cruise. CD w/ Monsoon sound.

Super reliable.

Clean Carfax. Would keep, but moving.

N.A.D.A.=$10,200, asking $9700.

Katharine, 802-310-8320.

2002 Audi Charcoal, mileage approx. 30,000, grey interior, 5-speed trans., AWD, A/C, alloy wheels, AM/FM, cass, CD, CC, leather, PDL, PW, sun roof. Quattro 1.8 Turbo. Call 802-734-0505.

2002 Honda Accord Ex White w/tan leather. Fully loaded w/ power windows, locks, moon roof.

Front/side airbags, 6-disc CD changer. One owner vehicle. 68 K. Asking $12,000. 802-238-8630.

2003 Lexus RX300 42 K, AWD, auto. Leather, sun roof, 6-CD changer, heated seats, loaded.

Beautiful. $24,500/OBO. Please call 482-6330.

Ford Mustang, 1982 2-door, no rust, 4 cyl., sun roof. Great little car. Never driven in winter. $700.

802-865-2363.

Great Car Need to Sell! 2003 Silver Mazda Protege, 4-door sedan, only 28 K. Asking $11,000.

Call 249-8237 or 223-0495.

Hate George W? 2000 Jetta, fuel efficient, low mileage, keep the $ in your pocket and not George’s. $8100/OBO. 802-989-4157.

Honda Civic EX 2003, 2-door coupe, silver 43 K, one owner, non smoking, 5-speed, loaded. Call 863-9207. $12,600/OBO. Honda Civic EX 2D for Sale 2001 Honda Civic EX, 2-door, 5speed, black. Sun roof! 60 K. Excellent condition. Owner selling because needs 4doors. Price neg. according KBB. email jgmccloud@ gmail.com. honda civic hybrid 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid. $14,500, looks brand new, runs great. 609-638-4129.

2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 22,700 miles, V6, 4WD w/alloy wheels, tinted windows, air bags, cold AC, roof rack. 703-966-2402.

4 TIRES Magna Grip M&S, P185/ 65R14. $65. 802-879-4846.

94 EAGLE TALON green, 1.8L, 5speed, 131 K, runs good and inspected, some body work done, needs little work. Cheap, cheap, cheap. $600/OBO. Must sell now!

802-777-8109.

97 Volks GTI Sun roof, Alpine CD, Phoenix gold amp, Boston acoustic subs, American Racing 16” alloy rims. $3000/OBO. Runs great, needs a little love. 802-233-1153.

98 Jeep Cherokee Autom, 4WD, 130 K, good condition, auto windows/locks, standard, AC, Thule rack. Call Erin, 815-403-3289.

All 3 Tires!! Deal!!

Three Firestone tires in good shape!

Firestone P235-78R- 15s! $40/ OBO. 324-3113.

All Set for Travel! 1991 Subaru Legacy wagon, champagne color, 170 K. $499/OBO. Call Burlington 802-373-1543.

awasaki Vulcan Meanstreak 2003 1500 fuel injected, V&H pipes, viper tips, hypercharger, K&N filter, chip, windsheild, bags, 6 K, extended warranty until 2009. Excellent condition. $6900/OBO. 802-233-6761.

Vespa ET4 Scooter 72MPG!!

2002. 150 cc. White and blue.

Recently tuned up. New back tire. Runs like a dream! A steal at $2800. nicholasfarrell@hotmail. com, 973-879-6847.

On The Water 14’ Lincoln Kevlar canoe Trim needs work. 802-863-5307.

25FT McGregor Venture Easy to trailer, great for family. Swing keel, sleeps 5, 3 sails, trailer, 4HP motor. Located in Charlotte. $2200. Call Danielle, 518-524-1728.

POWER BOAT, Ready To GO! 1986 StingRay, w/trailer, in/outboard, 230 HP Merc-Cruiser, 19’, open bow, seats 9, red/white. $4400/ OBO. Call 324-3113.

Recreational Vehicles MALLARD 2001 33’ Full Awning, 14’ slideout, central AC and heat, microwave, CD/AM/FM, queen and rear bunks, 4 closets, storage, Shelburne Camping paid thru Oct. $11,500/OBO. 814-404-0115.

Must see.

Honda Odyssey LX, ‘05 15 K, midnight blue, snow tires incl. $18,500. Call 879-7972 before 9 p.m. Please.

Jeep Cherokee Classic 2000 6 cyl., auto, very good condition, well maintained. Trailer hitch.

Great winter car. Asking $7000/ OBO. 802-644-8297.

35MPG! 94 Nissan Sentra LE $2700/OBO! Runs great, brand new starter, 120 K, winter tires, bright red, auto, well-maintained, no problems! 802-238-3228 or isaw for t y foursunset s @ gmail. com.

2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LS, 2WD. Extended cab pickup. Loaded w/all accessories, 6.0 liter, 4-speed, auto transmission, 43K. Carfax certified. $14,900.

Geoff, 802-863-4366.

For sale 1998 Ford Escort. Good condition. Great winter car. Needs little work. $800/OBO. Call 6607263 after 4.

2004 Ford Focus SE Great CR ratings! Dark silver-gray, auto, 2.3l engine, AC, CD, new brakes!

Very good condition. Complete honesty. KBB-$8400, asking $8200/OBO. Call Cindy, 434-4510.

1998 VW Jetta Sun roof, CD player, 5-speed, 110 K, 4 winter tires on original rims, great car, but needs some work. $2950/OBO. Call 802-793-8834.

2 Goodyear Tires 2 Goodyear UltraGrip HP M+S P205/60R15 90S tires. Great tread! Used one season on a Volvo. Like new. $20 for the pair. 802-264-4851.

Concession trailer, good condition, $1000/OBO. Hot dog cart, needs work, $1000/OBO. 802-598-8829.

Honda Pilot LX 2003 Sage, 7 passengers, 58K miles, keyless entry, remote start, rear a/c, CD player, well maintained, studded snow tires. $17,500.

802-433-5896

2004 NISSAN SENTRA 14,500 miles, 33-37MPG, the car is in perfect mechanical and cosmetic shape but does have a rebuilt title.

Only $8000. Call 802-922-4296.

1999 Honda Civic LX Green, auto, 123 K, new timing belt.

Needs minor bodywork on rear bumper. No rust. $5000.

363-2971.

Auto For Parts or Whole 1993 Plymouth Voyager minivan w/out transmission, for parts or whole, silver, ran great otherwise! $300/ OBO! Burl., 324-3113.

2003 Subaru Outback Wagon 5-speed, AC, CD, CC, power everything, heated seats, many extras.

Original owner, motivated seller.

60 K. Asking $14,500, must sell!

802-229-2543.

1998 Subaru Outback Wagon Standard, AWD, 103 K, heated seats, AC, power everything! $4900/OBO. Montpelier location.

802-229-2554.

1998 VW Passat GLX V6 4DR Standard. Silver/black. VW maintained, superb condition. Power doors/windows/seats/keyless entry/front and side airbags/cruise/ power sun roof. 4 new summers/ Hakkas.

99k mostly highway miles. $7800/OBO. 802 989-3434.

Audi A6 Quattro 1996 Auto, 2.8L V6, 88 K, 4-door sedan, excellent condition, 4 new mounted Nokian Hakkapeliitta snows, moon roof, leather, most options. $7590/OBO. 802-658-2793.

Jeep Cherokee, 1989 65 K, AC, 4WD, very clean, 4-door, auto, just inspected. $3400/OBO. 802-865-2363.

Jeep Wrangler SE 1997 4 cyl., 5-speed, 4WD, hard+soft top, 121 K. $4500/OBO, good deal from motivated seller, I’m moving soon. 802-922-2417.

Perfect condition Truck!

1998, Toyota Tacoma, 4x4, OffRoad Package. Only 86K. Excellent condition! 5-speed, Pioneer CD/ stereo, A/C, bedliner, BF Goodrich All-Terrains. $7200. Call 318-8881 days, 660-3720 evenings.

Saab 900S 1992 132 K, auto, 2door, 16 valve, sun roof, heated leather seats, newly inspected.

Good condition throughout. $2300. 802-864-2890.

Motorcycles 1986 Suzuki GSX-R 750 Retro cool, modern day fast. Great mechanical condition, responsible owner. No time to ride, want to buy a boat. $2500. 802-863-6999.

2000 CR250 $2100 FMF Pipe/ Silencer, VForce 2, IMS suspension. Fast & fun! Adult-ridden and maintained. $2100/OBO. 802872-0313, evenings.

Kawasaki Nomad 1999 1500CC, lots of power. Many accessories.

Set up for long-distance touring.

Great passenger accommodations.

New tires. Just inspected. $3400.

802-434-3524.

Legals OPENINGS BURLINGTON CITY COMMISSIONS/BOARDS On Tuesday, September 5, 2006, the Burlington City Council will fill vacancies on the following City Commissions/Boards: Housing Board of Review Term Expires 6/30/11 One Opening Planning Commission Term Expires 6/30/09 One Opening Board of Tax Appeals Term Expires 6/30/08 One Opening Board of Tax Appeals Term Expires 6/30/09 One Opening Town Service Officer Term Expires 4/15/07 One Opening Board for Registration of Voters Term Expires 6/30/09 One Opening Applications are available at the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, Second Floor, City Hall, and must be received in the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office by 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 30, 2006. Applicants must be nominated by a member of the City Council to be considered for a position; a list of Council members is also available at the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office. Please call the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office at 865-7136 for further information.

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PUBLIC HEARING SOUTH BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD The South Burlington Development Review Board will hold a public hearing at the South Burlington City Hall Conference Room, 575 Dorset Street, South Burlington, Vermont on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at 7:30 P.M. to consider the following: 1. Variance application #VR-06-01 of George & Ruth Wells to allow an 8’ x 8’ addition to an existing detached accessory structure to project three (3) feet into the required five (5) foot side setback, 4 Prouty Parkway.

2. Final plat application #SD-0675 of Timberlane Dental Group to amend a previously approved planned unit development for an 8,304 sq. ft. medical office building. The amendment consists of constructing a 1701 sq. ft. addition, 60 Timber Lane.

3. Final plat application #SD-0672 of Peter Cherouney & Susan Jacques for a boundary line adjustment between 43 Pheasant Way & 15 Quail Run. 4. Preliminary plat application #SD-06-76 of Gary & Diane Provost to subdivide a 2.68 acre lot developed with a single family dwelling into three (3) lots of 1.18 acres (Lot #1), .90 acres (Lot #2) and .60 acres (Lot #3), 1925 Dorset Street.

John Dinklage, Chairman South Burlington Development Review Board Copies of the applications are available for public inspection at the South Burlington City Hall.

August 16, 2006 PUBLIC NOTICE The Annual Report of The Krzyzowa/Kreisau Foundation, Inc. is available at the address noted below, for inspection during normal business hours by any citizen who so requests within 180 DAYS after the publication of this notice of its availability. The Krzyzowa/ Kreisau Foundation, Inc., 88 Old Pump Road, Essex, VT 05452-2742 The principal manager is Mark Huessy, Secretary, telephone 802 899 5158.

PUBLIC NOTICE Vermont Agency of Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Overall Annual Goal on FHWAFunded Projects For Fiscal Year October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2007. Pursuant to US Department of Transportation regulations contained in 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 26, all state transportation agencies receiving Department of Transportation financial assistance must establish overall percentage goals for the dollar value of work to be awarded disadvantaged businesses. This action has been deemed necessary in order to provide these businesses the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts and subcontracts financed in whole or in part with federal funds. The Vermont Agency of Transportation is a recipient of US Department of Transportation financial assistance, and hereby establishes the following goal in accordance with these regulations: In FY 2007, the VT Agency of Transportation intends to expend 5.0% of the Federal financial assistance received from FHWA with small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (DBEs). It is the intent of the VT Agency of Transportation that this expenditure be obtained through a race and gender neutral program.

Individuals who are interested in becoming a certified disadvantaged business enterprise in Vermont should contact: Vermont Agency of Transportation Office of Civil Rights & Labor Compliance National Life Building, Drawer 33 Montpelier, VT 05633-5001 Telephone: (802) 828-2717

A description of the methodology used in establishing this goal can be viewed for 30 days following the date of this notice during normal business hours at the above address. It is also available for viewing on our website: http://www.aot.state.vt.us/civil rights/Documents/VTransDBE Goal FY07.pdf Comments pertaining to this overall goal will be accepted at the above referenced address for a period of fifteen days following the completion of the thirty day notice period. Comments will also be accepted by the Federal Highway Administration, Vermont Division, Federal Building, P.O. Box 568, Montpelier, VT 05601.

Additional information about our DBE Program, including our current DBE Registry, certification application, resource guides and links to other small business resources can be obtained by visiting the DBE page of our website at: http://www.aot.state. vt.us/CivilRights/Dbe.htm All firms, both DBE and nonDBE, are invited to contact the Vermont Agency of Transportation for information regarding bidding opportunities on federally funded projects.

Dated July 31, 2006 at Montpelier, Vermont

Support Groups DON’T SEE A SUPPORT group here that meets your needs? Call Vermont 2-1-1, a program of United Way of Vermont. Within Vermont, dial 2-1-1 or 866-652-4636 (tollfree) or from outside of Vermont, 802-652-4636.

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SMART RECOVERY a cognitive behavioral “recovery” program directed at various forms of “addiction” which may be either behavioral or substance based.

Meeting on WEDNESDAY, 6 p.m., 82 South Winooski Avenue (above the City Market), Burlington, Vt. For information call Bob at 425-4058 or email BobC2me@msn.com.

SENSORY SUPPORT GROUP SPEAKER SERIES: Wednesday, 9/20, Molly Fleming, Naturopathic Physician and Licensed Acupuncturist. For information, call Laurie at 8646007.

Survivors of Suicide (SOS): Have you experienced the impact of a loved one’s suicide? Please consider joining us. The Burlington support group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 152 Pearl St. Burlington. The meeting will be in the Susan B. Anthony Room, which is on the second floor at the back end of the building. This is not a therapy group; this is a support group. There is no fee.

Please contact Cory Goud, M.A., Psychologist-Master, 802-2234111.

GIRL’S NIGHT OUT: Fun support group for single women, discussions, weekly activities (cooking, dancing, rock climbing...), childcare solutions. A great alternative to dating! Email horizons4u@hotmail.com.

DEBTORS ANON: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with money and debt? We can help.

Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m. First Methodist Church. Contact Valerie, 2338808.

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www.sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] OVEREATERS ANON: 12-step recovery group. Is what you’re eating, eating you? Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m.

First Congregational Church, Rt. 15, Essex Jct. Contact 863-2655 for more info.

DIVORCED MEN’S GROUP: Meet one Saturday night each month in greater Burlington area to play cards, order pizza and shoot the breeze. Drop in as you please. Call 879-0231.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: A group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to be a member. The only requirement is a desire to stop using. For meeting info, call 802862-4516 or visit www.together. net/cvana.

SUPPORT GROUP for Ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses. A group for people who have left or are thinking about leaving Jehovah’s Witnesses, you’re not alone. Angela, 598-2469.

FIBROMYALGIA: Do you experience it? Would you like to be part of a support group? Contact: tobias25vt@yahoo.com or call 864-2613 box 423 to leave message.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter Meeting. Bethany Church, 115 Main Street, Montpelier.

Wednesdays, 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. For info call Linda at 476-8345 or Denise at 223-257.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS of children with sensory challenges.

Every other Friday beginning May 5th, 7 to 9 p.m., in Williston. For information, call Laurie at 8646007.

FATIGUE AND CHRONIC FATIGUE: Share your experiences and information, learn about effective protocols. John, 802-343-8161.

THIRTEEN-WEEK SUPPORT GROUPS for women who are survivors of adult and or childhood sexual assault. Group will include a yoga component. Please contact Meg at 864-0555.

BEREAVED PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: Every first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Enosburg Falls, 10 Market Place, Main St. Parents, grandparents and adult siblings are welcomed. The hope is to begin a Compassionate Friends Chapter in the area. Info, please call Priscilla at 933-7749.

CONCERNED UNITED BIRTHPARENTS: A group offering support if you have lost a child to adoption or are in reunion or have yet to begin your search. 802-849-2244.

EATING DISORDERS PARENTAL SUPPORT GROUP for parents of children with or at risk of anorexia or bulimia. Meetings 7-9 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at the Covenant Community Church, Rt. 15, Essex Center. We focus on being a resource and providing reference points for old and new ED parents. More information, call Peter at 802-899-2554.

HEPATITIS C SUPPORT GROUP: Second Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30. Community Health Center, second floor, 617 Riverside Ave., Burlington 802-355-8936.

SAVINGS SUPPORT GROUP for all low to moderate-income Vermonters who wish to have support around saving, budgeting, managing or investing money. Call Diane at 802-860-1417 x104 for information.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, Big book text, Mondays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous, Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Suvivors of Incest Anonymous, Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Al-Anon Family Group, Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

“I Love Me”, an educational support group on self care for suvivors of domestic and/or sexual violence.

Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m. Call AWARE, 802-472-6463, 88 High Street, Hardwick.

AUTISM SUPPORT DAILY: Free support group for parents of children with autism. 600 Blair Park Road, Suite 240, Williston. 1st Monday of each month, 7-9 p.m. Call Lynn, 802-660-7240, or visit us at http://www.AutismSupportDaily. com for more info.

ARE YOU A CLOSET SINGER? Do you have a good voice (haven’t made the dogs howl) but are afraid of fainting in public while performing? Join a group to support, sing and perform in an intimate setting.

802-893-1819.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier daytime support group meets first and third Thursday of the month at the Unitarian Church “ramp entrance” from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Call helpline at 1877-856-1772.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier evening support group meets the first Tuesday of each month at Vermont Protection and Advocacy, 141 Main St. suite 7 in conference room #2 from 6-8 p.m. Call our helpline at 1877-856-1772.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: St. Albans evening support group meets the second Monday of each month at Northwestern Medical Center, 133 Fairfield Street from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call our helpline at 1-877-856-1772.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Bennington day support group meets the first Friday of the month at Second Congregational Church, Hillside Street from 1-2 p.m. Call helpline at 1-877-8561772.

OCD SUPPORT GROUP/THERAPY GROUP: Come share your experience, get support from those who have been there, learn about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and how to reduce its symptoms. Therapist facilitated. Weekly meetings, 802-343-8114.

NW VT GAY AND LESBIAN Foster and Adoptive Parent Support Group: 6-8 p.m. The third Thursday of each month, starting October 20 through May, 2006. Casey Family Services, 46 Main St., Winooski.

AUTISM: Free support group for parents and caregivers of children with ASD. Montpelier, 2nd Sunday of the month, 3-5 p.m. at the Family Center. Call Jessica, 249-7961 for child care inquires. More info, www.aaware.org.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR MOTHERS OF CHILDREN WHO HAVE SURVIVED CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE: The Women’s Rape Crisis Center in conjunction with Family Connection Center offers a free, confidential, ten-week support group. Info, 802864-0555.

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE and Dementia support group. Held the last Tuesday of every month at Birchwood Terrace, Burlington.

Info, contact Stefanie Catella, 863-6384.

WEEKLY SMOKING CESSATION support group: Small groups. Caring atmosphere. Stop smoking in just 21 days using natural, proven, safe methods. No unhealthy drugs.

Call 264-1924.

WEEKLY WEIGHT-LOSS support group: Small groups. Caring atmosphere. Get great results using natural, proven, safe methods. No unhealthy dieting. Call 264-1924.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP: If someone in your family or one of your friends is in an abusive relationship, this new support group is designed especially for you. Info, call Women Helping Battered Women 658-1996.

PARENTING GROUP: 6-week group for people parenting children of all ages now forming. Please call RiverValley Associates for more information. 651-7520.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Location and money maker. A Vermont inn by St. Mike's, I-89, close to the largest downtown project ever, large kitchen, approx. 30,000 cars per day, a super hotel location. Easy owner/broker financing w/little down. $599,000. 802-324-3291. ivanland@aol.com.

FORT ETHAN ALLEN CONDO: Open House: Sun., Aug. 13, 12-3 p.m.

Beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath, second floor flat on Officer's Row. New kitchen, 9' ceilings, hdwd, gorgeous historic setting. $198,000.

655-0103 email twenty3cents@hotmail.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER

MONTPELIER: Beautiful well-maintained home on quiet street. 3-bedrooms, 2 full baths. Large, private backyard and flower gardens.

Enclosed 3-season porch. 2-car attached garage. Hdwd floors on both levels. Load of storage space. $325,000. 802-223-3937.

HAIR PULLERS SUPPORT GROUP: The Vermont TTM Support Group is a new support group for adult pullers (18+) affected by trichotillomania (chronic hair pulling) as well as parents of pullers. This will be a supportive, safe, comfortable and confidential environment. Meets on the 4th Monday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m. First Unitarian Universalist Society, 152 Pearl St., Burlington. Info, 453-3688 or vermont_ttmoutreach@yahoo.com.

DEPERSONALIZATION AND DEREALIZATION: If you suffer from either of these trance states, please call Todd, 864-4285.

THE CHAMPLAIN VALLEY EAST CHAPTER of the Compassionate Friends meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at the Christ Church Presbyterian, 400 Redstone Campus, UVM. Info, 4825319. The meetings are for parents, grandparents and adult siblings who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause.

DIABETES EDUCATION and Support Group of Chittenden County meets the third Thursday of every month at the Williston Federated Church, 6:30-8 p.m. We often have guest speakers. Info, 847-2278.

CHADD is a support organization for children and adults with AD/ HD. Every second Wednesday of the month. Champlain College, Global Technology Building, Maple St., Room 217, Burlington, VT. MOOD DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP: Every Monday, 4:30-6 p.m.

Pastor United Church. Info, contact Lorraine, 485-4934.

WOMEN HELPING BATTERED WOMEN offers free, confidential educational support groups for women who have fled, are fleeing or are still living in a world where intimate partner violence is present.

WHBW offers a variety of groups to meet the diverse needs of women and children in this community.

Info, 658-1996.

VT PARENTS OF FOOD ALLERGY CHILDREN EMAIL SUPPORT TEAM: Info, contact MaryKay Hill, www.

VTPFAC.com or call 802-373-0351.

YOUR HOUSE HERE: Advertise your FOR SALE BY OWNER, $35/week for 25 words and photo or $60/2 weeks.

Contact Emily, 802-864-5684 classified@sevendaysvt.com

MIXED GENDER COMING OUT SUPPORT GROUP: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Co-facilitated by supportive peers and mentalhealth professionals and open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning adults age 23 and up. Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?.

TRANS SOCIAL AND SUPPORT GROUP: First Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

Looking for peer support among other transgendered folks? Need a safe space to relax and be yourself? Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?

60+ SUPPORT GROUP: Ongoing weekly support group for men and women over the age of 60. Share your strengths and struggles with this particular stage of life. We have fun! Facilitated by Barbara L. Kester, Ph.D. 657-3668.

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meeting, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski. Sundays, 6 p.m. weigh-in, 6:30-7:30 p.m. meeting.

Info, call Fred or Bennye, 655-3317 or Patricia, 658-6904.

INTERESTED IN WRITING for children? Support and critique group meets monthly. Call Anne, 8616000 or anne@booksbyme.us.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 862-4516, or visit www.together.net/~cvana.

Held in Burlington, South Burlington and Colchester. For more information, call 860-8388 or toll-free, 1-866-972-5266.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE: Support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Holiday Inn in South Burlington, (1068 Williston Rd.), from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Cory Gould, 223-4111 or cgould1136@earthlink.net. Sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-VT.

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SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with sex or relationships? We can help. Sunday meetings, 7-8:30 p.m. Men call Sandy, 863-5708. Women call Chris (F), 802-793-1774.

SMOKING CESSATION GROUP: Willing to kick the habit? This free, five-week program helps quitters to follow through. Community Health Center of Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-6309.

DOES YOUR PARTNER/SPOUSE HAVE AD/HD (Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder)? Support group meets every other week in Burlington to share experiences, challenges, laughs, resources. Want more information? Write addpartner@yahoo.com.

WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE: A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 767-6092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds.

DECLUTTER’S SUPPORT GROUP: Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming?

Maybe 2 or 3 of us can get together to help each simplify. 453-3612.

PARENTS TOGETHER: Support group will be meeting in Rutland on Monday evenings. Snacks and child care provided. All groups are free and confidential. Please call 1-800-CHILDREN for more information.

WOMEN CHANGING: A continuous educational support group for women who are interested in changing patterns in their lives.

Wednesdays-ongoing. 12:30-2 p.m.

Call Angie at AWARE in Hardwick, 472-6463.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Battered Women’s Services and Shelter of Washington County. Please call 1877-543-9498 for more info.

AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS: Join our support group where the focus is on living, not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport and its healthgiving, life-affirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Linda at 802-434-4423 or email: dragonheartvermont@ gmavt.net or go to: www.dragonheartvermont.org.

NAKED IN VERMONT: The premier Nudist/Skinnydipper organization in Vermont offering information library, message board, chat room, yahoo group, and more. (ALL FREE) Visit www.nakedinvermont.com.

SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION New England: Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732 or atblythel@aol.com.

OLDER WOMEN EXERCISING TOGETHER: For motivation to do what’s necessary. Call Anne, 8616000.

ALS (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) monthly support group: For patients, caregivers and loved ones who are living or have lived with ALS. Third Thursday of the month, 1-3 p.m. Jim’s House, 1266 Creamery Rd., Williston. Info and directions, 802-862-8882 or vt@alsanne.org.

AL-ANON: Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the AWARE office, 88 High St., Hardwick. Info, 472-6463.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION of Vermont: Daytime support group meets the second Thursday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in Colchester, from 12-2 p.m. For more info, contact Polly Erickson at 847-6941.

METHADONE ANONYMOUS: A medication-assisted recovery support group. Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. The Alano Club. Directions: Rt. 15 Fort Ethan Allen entrance, Barnes Ave., third right on to Hegeman Ave., #74 on left. All are welcome.

TRANS PARTNERS support group: Meet and talk w/other partners of transgendered/transsexual people.

The second Friday of every month.

R.U.1.2? Community Center, 6 p.m.

860-RU12.

HARD-OF-HEARING support group: I’m starting a support group for adults who have a hearing loss that affects the quality of their work/family/social life. Let’s share personal experiences and knowledge of hearing-aid technology.

Marlene, 999-8005.

SKINNYDIPPERS UNITE! Visit Vermont Au Naturel. Join other naturists and like-minded people for support, discussions and more! www.vermontaunaturel.com.

PARENTS TOGETHER support groups: Would you like to talk and share ideas with other parents about the joys and challenges of children? Support groups for all parents. Desireah, 796-3119.

MENTAL ILLNESSES: The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill holds support meetings for the families and friends of the mentally ill at Howard Center, corner of Flynn and Pine. Second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7 p.m. Park in Pine St. lot and walk down ramp.

862-6683 for info.

NONCUSTODIAL SUPPORT group for parents. Contact Bill Bagdon, 434-6495.

ARE YOU UNABLE TO get out of debt? Do you spend more than you earn? Is it a problem for you?

Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous.

Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m. First United Methodist Church, North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Contact Valerie P. at 233-8808.

BRAIN INJURY: Open to people who sustained a brain injury, their caregivers and family. Expert speakers often scheduled. 1st Wed. of every month, 6-8 p.m. Fanny Allen Campus, Colchester. Call Barb Winters, 434-7244.

LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, Transgender, Queer and Questioning: Support groups for survivors of partner violence, sexual violence and bias/hate crimes. Free and confidential. SafeSpace, 863-0003 or 866-869-7341 (toll-free).

FAMILY/FRIENDS OF THOSE suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: second Monday of the month, 4-5 p.m. The Arbors.

985-8600.

“HELLENBACH” CANCER support: Every other Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

Middlebury. Call to verify meeting place. Info, 388-6107. People living with cancer and their caretakers convene for support.

DEBTORS SUPPORT GROUP: Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m. united Methodist Church, 21 Buell St., Burlington.

Wednesdays 7-8 a.m. Turning Point Recovery, 61 Main St., Burlington.

Info, call Brenda 893-7752.

BURLINGTON MEN’S GROUP: Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 877-3742. Area men are invited to join this weekly group for varied discussions and drumming.

PROSTATE CANCER: The second Tuesday of the month, 5- 7p.m.

Board Room of Fanny Allen Hospital, Colchester. Info, 800-6391888. This “man-to-man” support group deals with disease.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Daily meetings in various locations.

Free. Info, 863-2655. Overeaters get support in addressing their problem.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Daily meetings in various locations. Free.

Info, 860-8382. Want to overcome a drinking problem? Take the first step of 12 and join a group in your area.

AL-ANON: Ongoing Wednesdays, 8 p.m. First Congregational Church, N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Free.

Info, 655-6512. Seven other locations also. Info, 860-8388. Do you have a friend or relative with an alcohol problem? Al-Anon can help.

DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL violence: WomenSafe offers free, confidential support groups in Addison County for women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Info, 388-4205.

Essex Jct Townhouse Essex Jct. Townhouse: Rare 3-bedroom end unit, 2 full baths, 1370 sq. ft. and finished basement! Low fees.

Move-in condition. Convenient location. $189,000. 802-238-2679.

Essex Junction Price reduced, 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 1928 sq. ft.

Great location and neighborhood.

Walk to schools, village, parks. 13 Mansfield Ave., $319,500. Move in now, immaculate. 802-872-1164.

For Sale 2 Bdrm Condo: Walk to Town Modern, spacious and bright. New ceramic tile floors in kitchen and bathroom. Small association w/ low monthly fee. Learn more at www.106rosestreet.com.

2 BR Townhouse River Watch Bright 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath, endunit townhouse on 3rd fl. Beautiful views. Remodeled kitchen and bath. Freshly painted. All newer appliances. 1-car garage parking.

802-310-9358.

4-bedroom foreclosure only $86,900. For listings call 800749-8106 ext. G807.

Farm House in Johnson 2-3 bedroom, 1-bath, new kitchen, roof, upgrades, 3 season porch. $145,000 with 1/2 acre, add $15,000 for adjoining 1/2 acre. $5000 at closing. 324-8001.

Mark R. Chaffee (802) 658-5599 x11

For Rent *Stop renting*! Buy a 3-bedroom, 2-bath foreclosure only $72,427! For listings call 800749-8106 ext. G808.

NORTHFIELD 2.5beds 1.75ba $182,000 - For Sale By Owner - Excellent alternative to more pricey housing markets. Call: 802225-1326 or see it on the web at: http://dryfoos.notlong.com

2 bedroom in Winooski Bright, clean 2-bedroom apt. $800/mo. incls. trash removal, plowing, water/sewer. Heat not incl. NS/pets.

Off-street parking, five mins. from UVM, Fletcher Allen, St. Michael’s.

Please call 802-655-0747 evenings, 654-4308 days.

Riverwatch Townhouse Sunny end unit condo on two floors w/2bedrooms and 1-bath. Close to UVM, FAHC, and downtown. Covered parking and pool. $169,900.

Can close immed. Call 860-1904.

2 bedroom in winooski Great 2-bedroom in owner-occupied multi-family. Hardwood floors, W/D and parking. NS/pets. Credit check and refs. req. $1000/mo. + util. Call 802-338-5511.

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Bristol Home FSBO Mountain views, great location, 11+ acres, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath, large kitch1x1-mortgage-022305 9/12/05 en, large south-facing windows.

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In Burlington 2-bedroom Burlington’s Old North End. Walking distance to waterfront and downtown.

Shared driveway, small, private back yard, gas heat.

Great starter home. 238-2850.

Apply individually, or with a group, for a 2 - 4 bedroom apartment-style suite.

All apartments are fully furnished.

Rent includes all utilities, phone, cable and wireless internet.

Condo for sale So. Burlington condo. $160,000. 802-865-3666.

Very clean 2-bedroom, bath, second floor, end unit. W/D, storage, carport, pool. Low heating cost, near UVM/FAHC/mall/school/airport.

CALL 802.655.3200 OR VISIT SPINNERPLACE.COM

Essex Jct Ranch $227,500 Sunny 2-bedroom ranch. Newly S. Burl. Condo for sale Treeupdated kitchen, bath.

Oak top; 2-bedroom, pool floors, fresh interior paint. Fire2x4-CHFwinooski060706.indd 1 and tennis, carport, screened patio. All applace, new roof, new furnace, updated electrical. Pennsylvania pliances, including washer/dryer. $2500 credit for painting at closbluestone patio in fenced back ing. $159,900, call Kathie at 655yard. Full, dry basement includes finished, newly carpeted family 7673, sims713@hotmail.com. room. New appliances. Detached S. Hero Deeded Lake Access garage. Public water and natural Westerly facing deeded lake acgas. Jennifer, 879-0184. cess in South Hero. 3-bedroom, 1.75 bath, 1200 sq. ft. ranch w/ oversized 1 car garage. Steps to Allen Point recreation path on quiet dead-end road. Large beau-

2BR/Colchester Horse Farm 4:40:43 PM 2-3 bedroom house on6/5/06 Colchester horse farm. Lovely location. Basement, W/D. Near UVM, Burlington, Essex. $1200/mo. +utils. Refs./ lease/security dep. Pets neg.

802-879-7580. Avail. now.

3-Bedroom Apt. Downtown Large bonus room, expeptional location, 41-43 South Union, D/ W, W/D, gas heat, porch entry, spacious. Avail. 9/01 or 9/15. $1950/mo. + utils. 802 355-1841.

Cooper Hi! I’m Cooper and I am a very sweet and dapper 2-year-old tri-colored neutered male mix-breed dog. I am a playful, cute, affectionate, social, and energetic guy. I know lots of cool things like ‘sit’, ‘lie down’, ‘give paw’, and ‘roll over,’ and I would enjoy going to dog school with you to learn more. Oh, and I’m crate trained – bonus! I love to ride in the car and I get along with other dogs so we can go on cool adventures like hikes and we could even go to the dog park together! We will need to find somewhere I can run around and play because I do have plenty of energy. I love to chase balls and toys – maybe I’d be great at agility! I also like to chase cats so the people here say that I should go to a home that is feline free. When I came to HSCC, I had some stranger anxiety that the staff has worked on with me. I feel much better about new people and now know that they usually bring me good things.

The staff also recommends that I go to a home with people who have dog experience and positive training experience. I’ve been here a long time. Though no one understands why since I’m a cuddle-bug! I’m looking forward to meeting my forever family. I will fall in love easily with the people who choose to love me!

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View and post up to 6 photos 3-bedroom apt., Essex Jct. Near downtown, gas heat/hot water incl. Laundry hookups and storage avail. Excellent refs./ credit a must. No pets. $1000/mo. + dep. Call Paul, 802-879-3117.

Burlington S. Willard and Maple. Classic 1-bedroom w/hardwood floors, parking, yard, quiet building. $825/mo. includes heat.

No dogs. 1-year lease. RED-E-RENTALS 138 Church St. 860-4641.

9mo rental 3BR in Paradise Sept. 1-May 31. Tucked away in paradise at Catamount, yet close to it all! Awesome 3-bedroom Williston log home, furnished, W&D, plowing/trash incl. Cats OK. Prof./grad. students pref. $1275/ mo. Eric/Abbie 879-6001 or eric@ catamountoutdoor.com.

Burlington Unfurnished, 2-bedroom apt. Off-street parking, walk to downtown. No pets. $875/mo.

238-5125.

Beautiful Burlington Condo Beautiful top floor, west-facing condominium on Burlington’s Waterfront. Gorgeous views of Lake Champlain & Adirondack Mts. state-of-the-art design and appliances, free parking, security, elevator service, one of a kind.

2-bedroom, 2-bath, W/D. Avail.

8/15. $2300/mo. incls. heat & air.

By appointment only. Call Melinda Moulton @ Main Street Landing, 802-864-7999 or melinda@main streetlanding.com.

Bolton Valley Trailside 3bedroom condo, remodeled, furnished/unfurnished, gas heat, fireplace, decks, ski/hike to your door. NS/pets. $1250/mo. + utils, year lease. 401-845-9220, 802 434-5041, leave message. Email KP101@cox.net.

Bolton Valley 1-room efficiency. Furnished. Incl. utils. except elec. Avail. immed. $595/mo.

Six-month lease. 203-520-9800 or 802-434-3444, ext. 1223.

Bolton Valley 1 Bed End unit, quiet trailside condo. Completely renovated. Gas heat. NS/pets. $825/mo. + utils. 401-845-9220, 802-434-5041, leave message.

Bristol Village 1 bedroom apt, gas heat. NS/pets. Off-street parking, basement storage, $650/ mo + utils, avail 9/1. Call leasing agent. 802-453-5841.

Burlington Studio apt., second floor. $800/mo. incl. heat.

First and sec. req. No dogs. Good lake views. 13 Lake View Terrace.

Avail. 8/01. 802-999-2995.

Burlington Avail. 9/01 George St., 1-bedroom, 1st floor, parking, close to downtown. $750/mo. + utils. Please call 658-3600.

Burlington 3-bedroom, great location, one block from UVM. Bright, hdwd, parking. Avail. late August. Please call Rick, 802-864-3430.

Burlington 2-bedroom apt. house. Close to UVM. 1 off-street parking space. $1100/mo. all utils. incl. 802-863-7110.

Burlington North Winooski Ave., between North and Pearl.

3-bedroom, 3 floor condo. W/D, no pets. $1325/mo. + utils. Avail.

9/01. Jim or Barb, 802-372-4890.

Burlington 1-bedroom, clean, new carpet. NS/pets.

Front St. $680/mo. Lease, dep.

802-862-4888.

Burlington Church and King St. Large, sunny, 1-bedroom apt.

Mins. off marketplace. $810/mo. + utils. Large studio w/sep. kitchen and dining area. Freshly painted, new floors and carpet. $695/mo. + utils. No pets. Lease and sec.

802-862-1463. burlington 127 Plattsburg Ave. Avail. now. 3-bedroom, 1bath, basement with W/D hookups, parking, pets considered, $1300/mo. Call Coburn & Feeley, 864-5200 ext. 229.

Burlington 272 Plattsburg Ave. Avail. 9/01. 3-bedroom, 1-bath, W/D hookups, parking, porch, close to River Access and downtown Burlington, no pets. $1100/mo. Call Coburn & Feeley, 864-5200 ext. 229.

Burlington - Apt for rent 2-bedroom, 1-bath, new windows, new Pergo flooring, coinop laundry, parking, on busline.

Avail. 8/21. $950/mo. + utils.

802-324-6446.

Burlington Recently renovated, large 2-bedroom w/livingroom, dining-room, mud-room, W/D, large front porch and back yard. Walking distance to downtown/waterfront/bike path.

Pets OK. $1200/mo. Avail. 9/01.

578-3499.

Burlington New N End. Immaculate 3+bed in quiet neighborhood, incls. W/D in full basement, yard, 1 year lease req. ref, 1st & sec. $1400/mo. +. Walk to shopping, bus or bike path. Avail.

9/01. David, 860-4641.

Burlington Rice High area, Exquisite 3-bedroom +, 2-bath house w/patio & garage. W/D, full basement. Tenant responsible for lawn care and all utils. 1 year lease, refs, 1st & sec req. $1500/mo.

Begin 9/01. David, 860-4641.

Burlington New North End. 2bedroom apt. $895/mo. + utils.

Avail. 9/01. Off-street parking, storage. 802-878-1208.

Burlington Large, 2-bedroom apt. $775/mo. + utils. Gas heat, second floor, off-street parking for 2 cars. No dogs. Avail. 9/01.

249 Elmwood Ave. 802-233-6914.

Burlington HIll Section Wonderful, secluded 2-bedroom carriage house. Close to UVM, downtown and bike path. Wood stove, parking. NS/pets. $1050/mo. Call 864-7126.

Burlington house for rent New North End house, 3-bedroom, 1-bath + study. $1650/mo. + utils.

Clean & comfortable w/yard, garage, busline, lake, biketrail, schools. gwb430@adelphia.net, 802-233-5564 or 339-793-0164.

Burlington’s South End Desirable 5 Sister’s neighborhood in Burlington’s South End! Spacious 1-bedroom, $775/mo., avail.

9/01. Off-street parking. Call Greg at 343-4737.

Burlington, Buell Street Avail 9/1. Private room. Common bath. $375/mo. Laundry. NS/pets.

Neville Companies, Inc., 802-6603481 x. 1021, www.nevilleco. com/residence.

Burlington, downtown 3bedroom, beautiful and spacious, good appliances and energy efficient. Downtown north location.

Off-street parking. $1450/mo. + utils. Avail. 9/01. 802-660-9029.

Burlington, Mill Street Avail. now and 9/01. 3-bedroom. $995/ mo., incl H/W. Dog OK w/ref. W/ D hook-ups. Neville Companies, Inc., 802-660-3481 x. 1021, www. nevilleco.com/residence.

BURLINGTON: Quiet, bright, 1bedroom in converted garage.

Two blocks from hospital. Recently painted, wood floors, parking.

Efficient gas heat. NS/pets. $750/ mo. + utils. 658-8056.

Burlington: Appletree Bay 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, cathedral ceiling, stainless steel appliances, W/D, walk-in closets, marble floors. 1 pet neg. $1600/mo.

Avail. now. 802-846-9568, www.

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South Burlington, City’s Edge Condominium: Available Now: 2-bed, 1-bath, one level condo with 963 sq. ft. of living space.This condo is located on the 1st floor of a beautiful and secure new building with low association dues that include heat. Features include parking in an underground garage and an elevator. Pets are welcome!

CALL FOR A SHOWING!

Purchase Price: $ 172,000 - 42,100 * grant for income-eligible buyers $129,900 ** Amount needed to finance

Additional $10,000 of grant money available for eligible buyers www.getahome.org Call Brandy 864-2620 Burlington - Sunny 2 BR, 1100 sq. ft., W/D, off-street parking, quiet, hdwd. NS/pets. Near UVM Redstone Campus, storage, private lawn. $1200/mo. 233-9641.

Burlington - 1 Bedroom Nice, sunny, eat-in-kitchen, natural woodwork, clawfoot tub/shower.

One cat OK. No dogs. NS. Lease and refs. Avail. 9/01. $695/mo. + utils. 482-2492.

BURLINGTON 46 CHASE 3BDRM Large 3 bedroom. Full-length back porch. Large yard. Quiet area. Parking. Close to UVM/hospital. Smoking outside. No dogs. $1300/mo. +. 802-862-4007.

Avail. 9/1.

Burlington Condo Nice 2bedroom Burlington condo at 89 No. Champlain Street, NS/pets. $1150/mo. + utils. Prof. neighborhood, avail. 9/01. Call Diane 802-864-9666 for appt.

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Burlington - Elmwood St Just one block from downtown, this first floor 1-bedroom is a mustsee. Incls. hardwood floors, pri- Burlington: Hill Section 4vate porch, off-street parking, bedroom, 3-bath, 2700 sq. ft., heat, hot-water, rubbish and plow- picturesque floral gardens, new ing. NS/pets. $825. Call Parkside cabinetry and appliances, 2 fireProperties at 1-888-717-7275, or 2x2-BCLT080906-Burlington 8/7/06 4:37 master PM Page places, renovated bath, 1 visit our website at ParksideVT. formal dining. $2700/mo. Avail com for virtual tours of this and now. 802-846-9568, www.Hicko other available units. kandBoardman.com.

Burlington Avail. 9/01, Clarke Street, 1-bedroom, 2nd floor, heat and hot water incl., on-site laundry, garage space. $825/mo.

Please call 658-3600.

Open 24/7/365.

Burlington: New North End Marshall Drive. Spacious and clean, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch.

Hdwd, fireplace, garage, hookups, new windows. NP/NS. Available now. 802-846-9568, www.Hicko kandBoardman.com.

BURLINGTON: Rooms for rent Behind Waterman Hall, UVM. $500/mo. - $525/mo. incl. all utils. and parking. Hdwd and incredible location. Sedate environment! cjcc@vt18.com.

Burlington: Victorian Shelburne Rd. 2-bedroom, beautiful Victorian. 1661 sq. ft., crystal chandeliers, sun room, W/D, hdwd, vaulted ceilings. NS/pets.

Incls. heat/water/snow/lawn.

Avail. 9/01. $1450/mo. 802-8469568, www.HickokandBoardman. com.

Cambridge Village - 3 BDR Huge, 2nd floor, bay windows, large eat-in kitchen, deck, hdwd, fenced in backyard. Avail. 8/01. $900/mo. +utils/dep., 1 year lease. Pets neg. 802-373-0893, enginuity@adelphia.net.

Clean 2 bed Winooski Pets neg., quiet street, covered porch, new windows, tub shower, W/D, new appliances, gas stove, eat-in kitchen, natural gas heat, offstreet parking for 2, one year lease, ready 9/01. $950/mo.

802-233-1556. colchester Crooked CreekShort-term lease 9/1-5/31- Secluded lake front house with 2 bedrooms, study, 1 bath, w/d, no pets or smoking, $1500 mthly, Call Coburn & Feeley, 864-5200 ext. 229.

Colchester Country Apt 1bedroom country apt. above garage, outside Colchester Village.

NS/dogs. $750/mo. + elec. Dep. Call 878-9775.

COLCHESTER, BLAKELY RD Avail.

9/01, 2-bedroom on acre. We mow! $1050/mo. + utils. & sec. dep.

New gas monitor/stove/fridge.

W/D hookups. NS/pets. Close to interstate, shopping, lake, bike path. 655-1176.

Colchester: Clay Point Rd 3bedroom + office, 4-bath, 3900 sq. ft. 3-fireplaces, W/D, central air, wrap-around, pool/spa/summer house use for tenant. Pets neg. Avail. now. $2500/mo. 802846-9568, www.hickokandboardman.com.

Colchester: Malletts Bay 75 acres of tranquility surround this 3-bedroom + office, 5-bath, furnished house. Lake frontage/access W/D, deck, skylights, dogs neg. NS. 9/15-6/15, $1700/mo.

802-846-9568, www.hickokandboardman.com. town Burlington Condo 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo w/ beautiful lake views of the waterfront. Off-street garage parking. 600 square feet. No pets.

802-734-3866.

Eastwood Commons Nice 2bedroom, 2 full bath, top floor apt. Features balcony, W/D, storage, one underground reserved parking space, fitness center, 9’ ceilings, central AC. $1450/mo.

802-233-5725.

Essex Jct, large 3-bedroom Quiet street. Large kitchen, washer/dryer, dishwasher, new carpet, gas heat, storage room, near schools. Selective pets OK. $1295. 865-1249.

Essex Jct: Cape with Space 3-bedroom + bonus rooms, 2.5bath, 2003 built master suite includes 3/4 bath, 1 of 2 W/Ds, huge walk-in. Avail. 8/21. $1500.

802-846-9568, www.HickokandBoardman.com.

Essex Junction 2-bedroom cape, near IBM, garage, large yard, screened porch, W/D. NS. $1100/ mo. + dep. and lease. Avail. 9/01.

Call 802-879-6137. farm house in Johnson 3-bedroom, 1-bath, updated country home, nice yard, 3-season porch, new kitchen, pets OK, fresh paint. $1100/mo. + utils. Avail. immed.

324-8001. flatmate Lg.bedroom $375/mo. + half utils. 2 blocks from downtown. Big porch, basement, no pets, and female perferred. Avail.

9/01. 802-363-6781.

Grand Isle: Lakefront Estate.

Built in 2005 on 7.8 acres. 4500sf.

4-bedroom, 4-bath, lake access, views, and mooring. Cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, jacuzzi. $3000/mo. 9/1. 802-8469568; www.HickokandBoardman. com.

Pleasant Valley, Cambridge Hinesburg, Rt 116 Avail. 9/01.

Extremely large 3-bedroom.

Beautiful mountain views. 2-bed$1145/mo. 1st floor. Hdwd. En- room, 1-bath house w/attached closed porch. Parking. Laundry. Circle 2-car garage.

Well-behaved 2x2-BCLT080906-Hawthorne 8/7/06 4:47 pets PM Page No dogs. Neville Companies, Inc., OK. $1250/mo. + utils. Avail.

802-660-3481 x. 1021, www.nev 9/01. Call 644-5908. http:// illeco.com/residence. www.915westmanroad.com/ Treetop Condominium - Hawthorne Circle - South Burlington Open House Hours: Tuesday, August 15th 4:30-5:30 & Thursday, August 17th 12:00-1:00 Available Now:2-bed,1-bath,first floor condo with 1,073 sq.ft.of living space. Features include a private back deck and a carport with additional storage. Enjoy the swimming pool and tennis courts on the 36 acres of common land! Don’t miss out on this convenient and quiet home located close to shopping,services,and downtown Burlington.

CALL FOR A SHOWING! Purchase Price: $ 161,500 - 49,810 * grant for income-eligible buyers $111,690 ** Amount needed to finance www.getahome.org Call Brandy 864-2620 Hinesburg- Apt. for Rent 3bedroom, 1-bath. $1050/mo. + heat/hot water and electric. W/D hookups, large 3-season porch, large yard. Avail. 8/15. Call 802-482-4659.

Jericho Center 1-bedroom apt. $675/mo. + part. utils. NS/pets.

Avail. immed. 802-899-3441.

Jericho: 1 bedroom large 1bedroom apt, country setting, garden available, x-c ski trails, mtn. views, 4 miles from I-89, 6.5 miles from IBM, 20-25 min to Burlington, no smoking/no pets, refs. req., storage avail,, avail. immed., $725/month including utilities. 802-899-4437.

Lakefront Beauty Contemporary Victorian, west shore, South Hero. Private beach, sunsets, Adirondack views. 3+ bedrooms, 2-bath, open floor plan w/beautiful light, wood floors, spacious lawns. Great running, biking, windsurfing. 879-8604.

Lakefront Home- Grand Isle Available 9/1-6/1. World class views of Mt Mansfield & Camel’s Hump from wrap-around deck. 2bedroom, 1.5 baths, partially furnished, washer/dryer, DW, wraparound deck, 50’ from the water.

No smoking/pets. Rent $950/mo. + utilities. (Same house rents at $1400/wk. in summer). Email pics available. Call Marc, 862-5775 or Dan, 373-7232.

Live on one of the most beautiful streets in Burlington. 4bedroom, 1-bath, W/D, garage, hdwd, stunning lake views. www. lakeviewtr.com for more info or 802-233-9998.

Looking for Roommate Shared 3-bedroom apt. conveniently located mile S. of Main St. Burlington. Hdwd floors, quiet neigborhood and nice kitchen. Off-street parking. 9/01. $550/mo. incl. utils. Christian at 363-9303.

Milton Avail. now, North Road 3-bedroom, hdwd floors, country setting. $1200/mo. Please call 658-3600.

Milton: 1-bedroom apt. $700/ mo. Newly remodeled. D/W, deck, private location. NS. 343-7128.

NORTH HERO 2 BR Small house, private, lakefront, well insulated, partially furnished, equipped kitchen, W/D, 45 min. to Burlington, Sept to May. Lease, sec. dep. NS/pets. $825/mo. + utils.

802-899-1172/802-343-9212.

One Bedroom Apt for Rent 1-bedroom apt. on small farm in Essex/Westford. $690/mo. All utils. incl. Parking/trash removal. Pets OK. Please call Jessica, 201-914-5096.

Richmond 2-bedroom apt., 1bath, country Victorian, across from corn fields. Nice yard. Cats OK. 4 miles from I-89. 8/01. $885/mo. 802-233-2563.

Richmond Avail. 9/01. 1-bedroom, 2 floor apt., huge yard, gardens, mtn. views. Rec. renovated, new appliances. Parking. NS/pets. $850/mo. incl. heat. 802-4347018, 318-5258.

Richmond-2 bedroom duplex Village location, large back yard, W/D hookups, new carpet & paint. $850/mo. + utils. NS/pets. Oneyear lease. Call Tom at 373-0028.

Richmond: 2-bedroom, $880/ mo. heat incl. Second floor, W/D hookups. $880 dep., 1 year lease.

NS/pets. 25 mins. to Burlington.

802-434-4009.

Roomate Wanted Share beautiful lakeside 2-bedroom condo.

NS/pets. Owner travels extensively. $700/mo., incls. utils.

802-999-7300.

Shelburne Avail. 8/01, 3-bedroom raised ranch, garage, yard, nice neighborhood. $1300/mo. + utils. Please call 658-3600.

Shelburne Duplex For Rent Village, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath, W/ D hookups, nice yard. Close to SCS and Waldorf School. $975/mo. + utils. Avail. 10/15. 985-3759.

So. Burl., 3-bdrm. condo like new. 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2100 sq. ft., fireplace, large master suite, W/D, two-car garage, mins. to UVM/hospital. $2100/mo.

Avail. early December. Call now, 802-658-2012.

South Burlington: 2-bedroom with W/D, DW. Totally renovated.

Heat/HW incl. $1050/mo. Avail. now. No pets. 658-1754.

South Burlington Treetop condo. 2-bedroom w/alcove, upstairs. Brand new kitchen appliances, including D/W. Upgraded new bathroom vanity set. Just painted, sparkingly clean. W/D hookup. Pool. NS/dogs. Avail. now. $1125/mo. 802-343-9828.

South Burlington 2-bedroom, 1-bath, duplex, fenced yard, near schools, basement, gas heat, off-street parking, pets neg. NS. Avail. immed. $875/mo. + utils. + dep. Call Sundance Services, 802-893-2348.

South Burlington 2-bedroom condo. Close to UVM. $975/mo. + utils. Avail. 9/01. 373-8048.

South burlington Juniper Drive Avail. 9/1 2-bdrm townhouse, 1 bath, semi-finished basement with w/d, decks, gardens, no pets $1,650 mthly, Call Coburn & Feeley, 864-5200 ext. 229.

South Burlington Condo Dorset St. 2-bedroom, 1-bath, carport.

D/W, W/D, storage. On busline, close to park, UVM, med. ctr., shopping, bike path. Fresh paint.

NS/pets. Lease 8/14. $1100/mo. + utils + dep. 802 316-1261.

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Waterfront park location! Fantastic views of lake/ Adirondacks, right in downtown Burlington on the lake.

Close to everything that the area has to offer! Very affordable price. Call to see it today. $249,900

New Listing. Great owner-occupied duplex, 1st floor is a 2BR, 2nd floor is a 3BR, walking distance to downtown, porch, garden, some HW, large LR. $239,000

4 BR colonial with lots of potential. Classic center entrance w/huge rooms, 10’ ceilings, new windows, full bsmt, front/side decks, lots of charm and character.

Convenient location, excellent in-home business potential. $269,900

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Neat, clean and freshly painted 3 bedroom, 1500 sq. ft. raised ranch. Large family room & den. Harwood floors.

Oversized deck overlooks large fenced backyard. 2 car garage. Easy walk to schools. $274,900

Cape on 5+ acres 1726 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths.

New kitchen with maple cabinets, Silestone counters and cherry floors. Large living room, 1st floor master suite, mudroom, oversized garage. New windows. $264,900

Year round bungalow on Monkton Pond. New kitchen with cherry cabinets, new bath, new roof, doors and windows, new cedar siding, plumbing and wiring.

Winterized sun porch and fenced yard. $159,000

Nearly of Seven Days readers plan to buy a home in the next year!

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Well maintained cape on 1.3 ac. This home features 4 bedroom and 2 full baths. One bdrm and bath on 1st fl, upstairs bath has dbl sinks and VT slate fl. Nice yrd w/ gardens and stone walls. Close to Smuggs yet easy Chittenden county commute. Offered at 225,000

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Really great 1848 restored colonial home with two sections.The main house has four bedrooms, a newly designed kitchen and family room, study/office, full dining room and two fireplaces. The second section is a two-bedroom apartment with a fireplace.

Potential to have a third apartment. Two nicely landscaped acres with a pond. $540,000

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Stowe House for Rent Great updated farm house. New carpeting, kitchen floor, stove, bedroom carpet. 3-bedrooms, 2-bath. Lots of open space, inside and out.

Basement w/W/D. Outside storage. Excellent location on river w/huge back yard. Avail. 8/05. $1800/mo. + utils. NS/pets. Refs. a must. Call 985-4089.

« for rent South Hero Vintage Ranch Views and easy lake access, 3bedroom, 1-bath, 2-car garage, beach, great running, biking, windsurfing. $1250/mo. + utils. w/lease, excellent references required. 879-8604.

St. Albans: Bank Street Stone Cape, 2535 SF, 4-bedroom, 2-bath, pegged oak floors, formal dining, master w/3 closets, 1-car garage, Pets neg. Avail. now. $1550/mo.

802-846-9568, www.Hickokand Boardman.com.

Studio/living space Entire building. Top floor, newly created studio apt. 860 sq. ft. Ground floor, studio space/workshop for artist/artisan/craftsperson, 800 sq. ft. Retail potential. Rt. 100 in Granville, just South of Sugarbush. $850/mo. + utils. Avail. now. 802-496-3927.

TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT avail. now in convenient downtown location. $900/mo. incls. heat, hw and appliances. Backed by strong management and maintenance teams. For more information and application call 8640538, ext 201.

Underhill Center Cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath house in Underhill Center. $1200/mo. + utils. Close to mtn. trails, private. Refs. req.

Call Tom or Pat, 802-899-4488.

Vergennes 1-bedroom, quiet location, off-street parking. NS. Pets possible. $560/mo. + utils.

802-985-5478.

Waterbury 3-bedroom house near State offices. Central to Burlington, Stowe, Sugarbush, Montpelier. Wood heat plus gas furnace.

Small yard. Well-behaved pets OK. NS. $950/mo. 802-224-6514.

Westford Very large farmhouse, Rt. 128, 3-4 bedroom, 2-bath, 1 w/shower and jacuzzi, snow removal. NS/pets. Lease, dep., 1st month’s rent. Avail. 9/15. $1500/ mo. Jean, 802-229-1038.

Williston: Morgan Pkwy Super clean house! 3-bedroom, 1 3/4 baths. 1672 SF, .46 acre lot, large yard. Fireplace, deck, WD, partially finished basement.

10/01. $1700/mo. 802-846-9568. www.HickokandBoardman.com.

Winooski 2 large 3-bedroom, third floor, apt. w/rental assistance to income and programeligible applicants. Large porch, parking, snow removal, trash removal, water and heat incl. Avail. now. Contact Margaret at 802-8635248, ext. 23 for further details.

Winooski 3-bedroom, 1-bath, “mint condition”, W/D, D/W. New cabinets, new carpeting, air, fireplace, hdwd, balcony, 2 offstreet parking spaces. Avail. now. $1100/mo. 802-846-9568, www. hickokandboardman.com.

Winooski Clean, updated 2 bedroom apt. Full bath, porches, parking, washer/dryer hookups.

No dogs. No smoking inside.

Avail. 9/01. $850/mo. + utils.

802-425-3158.

Winooski 3-bedroom apt. 12 blocks from hospital. Quiet, side st. $1300/mo. utils. incl. 802862-1850. Avail. now.

Winooski Avail. 9/01. 2nd fl., 1bedroom. Front and back porches.

NS/pets. $675/mo. +, incls. heat.

655-3325.

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Winooski 2-Bedroom Heat/Hot water incl. Parking, laundry in building, full bath w/tub/shower. Clean. NS/pets. $895/mo.

802-233-1150.

Winooski One Room Studio Heat/hot water incl. Parking, laundry in building, full bath w/tub/shower. Clean. NS/pets. $650/mo. 802-233-1150.

Winooski, Hickok Steet Large, sunny 3-bedroom apartment, 2 level, convenient location, on bus line, gas heat, off-street parking.

Cats OK, dogs neg. $1040/mo. + utils. 802-399-9576, http://dai syvermont.bravehost.com.

Housemates 15 min. from Burl. Unique individual to share my home w/3 dogs and 1 cat on 10 acres in Jericho. Must be a seriously trustworthy animal lover willing to pet sit for extensive periods of time for

partial rent. $550/mo. + utils.

Emylie, 899-5516.

2Rms Avail Beautiful Home 2bedroom avail. 3-bedroom house.

Quiet/upscale neighborhood, 2 blocks to UVM. Oak/maple hdwd.

Foyer, living/dining/kitchen, W/ D, D/W, parking, 2 porches, extensive-gardens, non-party, NS, drug free. Seeking clean/friendly/ environmentally-conscious gradstudent or young-profesional.

No pets. 1 year lease. $750/mo. utils. incl. 483 North Street. Contact Justin, jsheperd@uvm.edu, 802-363-9641.

40 Henry St Avail 9/1. One room in 4-bedroom house. $412.50/mo. +utils. 10-15 min. walk downtown/campus. Quiet neighborhood. Musicians welcome. Ask for Matt Harpster, 802-399-9050.

Burlington 1-bedroom, close to hospital and downtown. $575/mo.

Call 802-233-5549.

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burlington Seeking compatible person, mature and responsible to share beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo. Cathedral ceilings, fireplace, pool, W/D, etc. Very quiet, close to Oakledge Park/lake/bike path. $600/mo. incl. utils., garage and phone. 802-951-2543.

Essex Share large, 3-level house w/1 prof. adult. W/D, Internet, full house stereo, large, private yard. Must be clean, considerate. 10 miles to Burlington, 20 to mountain. NS/NS/pets. Avail.

9/15. $540/mo. + 1/2 electric.

Call Chris, 802-999-2474.

1-room Burlington efficiency. Incl. heat, electric, water, trash and shared bath. $425/mo. + dep. No off-street parking. Call Jason or Lisa, 802-660-9841.

Essex Jct. Male roommate for cozy furnished house in quiet rustic area. 3 mins. to IBM, 15 to Burlington. $475/mo. utils. incl.

No pets. 802-878-0684.

Burlington 1 large furnished room. $520/mo. utils. incl. Basement room, $420/mo. 68A S. Willard St. 1.5-bath, parking. First + dep. No pets. Avail. 9/01. Prof. pref. 802-660-7172 or 598-7423.

Burlington Clean quiet prof. seeks same or mature student/ grad. To share small 3-bedroom house. Garage, near downtown/ UVM. Parking, W/D, highspeed wireless. NS/pets. $350/mo. + .

Avail. 09/15. 922-1382. burlington Nice house in New North End. Share w/2 roommates and cat. Near bike path, fully wired, free cable and phone. $450/mo. + utils. Rent neg. Gary, 802-734-2814.

Burlington downtown Feminist woman to share friendship, meals and chores in clean, orderly home w/garden, piano, antiques.

We are middle-aged but welcome all, incl. a child. NS/pets. $350$450/mo. +. Call 802-860-6828.

Burlington New North End Responsible, considerate, NS, F, prof/grad student to share pleasant Cape in New North End. You get upstairs (2 bedrooms, hallway and bath). W/D, parking, 2.5 miles to UVM/FAHC, on CCTA busline. $525/mo. w/all except phone. 802-864-7372.

Burlington Roommate 2 prof. women looking for 3rd in South End. $500/mo. + util. W/D, hardwood floors. No pets/smokers please. Avail now. Nicole, 9993034, after 5pm.

Burlington South End Home Enjoy your own fireplace, private bath, and lots of light! Looking for quiet, responsible individual to share 3-bedroom home. $750/ mo. Greg, 343-4737. burlington-RoommateWanted Seeking M/F NS prof./student to share house w/yard in New North End. Great neighborhood, 10min. from UVM/FAHC, near parks/beaches/bike path/busline.Nice kitchen, W/D, hardwood floors. $600/mo. + 1/2 utils. 802-999-4923.

Colchester, next to lake Large room. Private bathroom, indoor garage, fridge. No kitchen. Available Sep. 1. For single professional or graduate student. $500/mo. + utilities. Call: 865-9257.

Essex Junction 28yo female seeks prof/grad student to share home. $600/mo. incls. utils. W/ D, hardwood floors, large backyard, near IBM. Must be clean and like cats. 922-2609.

Essex Junction teacher seeks compatible housemate to share beautiful home, wooded lot, close to IBM. Private bedroom & bath, furnished. Garage parking, cat lover, NS. $600/mo., incls. all.

878-2844.

Free room and board, $100 a day live-in w/an older person.

Your own private room. NS, in good health, good driving record, good cooking skills, excellent refs., one year commitment, benefits. Two weeks of intensive training. We insure, bond, supervise. To apply call Martha at 1-877-347-1419.

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h meworks call allison at 865-1020 x22 Seeking male roommate.. ..willing to go in on apt. for 10/1 in the Burlington area w/ 22 YO female prof./student. Must be pet-friendly, clean and responsible. Liz, 802-233-2691.

Share 2-bedroom Condo Seeking male/female roomate, Univ/student/grad/professional share 2 bedroom condo with male UVM med student. Condo new, 10 minutes to UVM/hospital/downtown. Washer/Dryer/dishwasher/ Utilities/phone/heat/gas/wirelessInternet all included in rent.

802-310-2004.

Looking for Roommate Looking for a roommate to share spacious 2-bedroom apt. downtown Burlington. Cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, hardwood floor, back deck, off-street parking and on-site washer and dryer. $650/mo. and incls. heat, hot water, garbage and snow removal. If interested call Annemarie, 802-999-4559.

South Burlington $500/mo. + 1/2 utils. Looking for a m/f, to share a 2-bedroom condo in South Burlington w/a 33 YO prof., must be a professional 26+, looking for a quiet place to live. Great location, mins. from UVM and downtown and 89. W/D, own parking space, D/W and brand new appliances in the condo. Looking for a laid back professional, move in date of 9/01. 315-439-6899.

mellow housemate wanted Housemate needed to share large 3-bedroom, two level apt. w/two mature mellow guys aged 22 and 36. $400/mo. incs. heat/hot water/parking. Call H:865-4914, C:373-6878 or email rdepotter@yahoo.co.uk.

South Burlington Trans guy seeks easy-going, queer-friendly roommate to share 4-bedroom house in the ‘burbs. DSL, satellite, laundry, plenty of storage, nice yard. $550/mo. incls. all.

658-6090.

Nice townhouse 2 share Year lease beginning Sept. 1st for two mature, positive-minded individuals. Parking, laundry, new hardwood floor, views incl. NS/pets.

Contact htower_iv@hotmail.com.

South Burlington Clean, mature, dependable person needed to share 3-bedroom farmhouse.

W/D. $400/mo. incl. utils. Avail.

10/01. Call Sean, 864-9614.

Organic guy seeks same Private, solar electric off grid house to share. Wood heat, washer, DSL, garden space, dog friendly. Must be conservation minded, no cig. smokers or cats. $400/mo., some barter possible. 482-2498, leave message.

Roommate wanted 30’s + prof. wanted for quiet, 2-bedroom condo in So. Burlington. Parking, laundry, tennis, pool, incl. $550/ mo. + electric. Must be a cat lover. Call Emily at 355-3895.

Williston Gay friendly housemate or couple wanted for great country home on 3 acres in Williston. Possibility of two rooms for $600 + utils. Sorry, no dogs.

Write steffand@ccv.edu or call 373-4727.

Williston, $400.00 1 housemate wanted. 15 min. to Burlington. Use of garage for projects.

First month, last month, and dep. req. Must rent. 878-2415.

Working housemate wanted Working housemate for 2 rooms in a 4-bedroom, 1-bath house w/ yard, garage, close to biketrail, lake, busline, shopping. $725 + util. 802-233-5564.

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9mo rental 3BR in paradise For Rent: 9/01-5/31. Tucked away in paradise at Catamount, yet close to it all! Awesome 3bedroom Williston log home, furnished, W/D, plowing/trash incl. Cats OK. Professional/Grad students preferred. $1275/mo.

Eric/Abbie, 879-6001 or eric@ catamountoutdoor.com.

12 North St. For Rent Burlington’s Green Business Community at 12 North St. has offices avail. for rent for small eco-conscious businesses. Call Emily at 3184940 for more info. www.ver montgreenoffices.com.

Room available By the night, week. Suitable for visiting friends, family, personal retreat (kitchen use). Downtown Burlington residence. Resonable rates.

Mira, 802-999-8259.

Housing Wanted BOOKWORM SEEKS QUIET NOOK Seeking 1 or 2-bedroom apt. in gay-friendly house, within 2 miles of downtown. Or not... Parking/ sun/quiet nec. Looking to spend less than $1K if possible. Call Roy at 802-649-5730.

College teacher w/dog Looking for country setting apartment/house/cabin. Flexible on duration. 802-598-5741.

Services Bank FORECLOSURES! Homes from $10,000! 1-3 bedroom available! HUD, Repos, REO, etc. These homes must sell! For listings call 1-800-425-1620 ext. H107. (AAN CAN).

Burlington Waterfront. Distinctive and unique office/retail space. Environmentally friendly and affordable. Main Street Landing, Melinda Moulton, 802-8647999. www.mainstreetlanding. com.

Burlington Interesting downtown space w/single address, at 7 Lawson Lane. Shared hallway and full bath. High ceilings, hdwd, 350 sq. ft. $500/mo. utils. incl.

Paul, 802-865-2321.

Storage/Parking Affordable, climate controlled, indoor storage space.

Great for students. $50/mo. and up. Conveniently located, 316 Pine Street, Burlington. Monthto-month leases avail. 802-8624100 or kilburnandgatesstorge@ verizon.net.

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Burlington: 3 Room Office Three room office suite (738 sf.) in historic brick building on College Street, Burlington. Has private entrance from off-street parking. Avail. 9/01. $950/mo.

802-658-3555.

Shared Office Space Avail.

9/01. Great for prof./entrepreneur. 3 offices avail. 1 block off Marketplace. Off-street parking.

Use of copier, fax, telephone, kitchenette. Call Jessica/Chris 660-2466.

South Burlington 800 sq. ft. office space w/storage. 20 San Remo Drive. Good for a contractors office. Great central location w/plenty of parking. Utils. incl.

802-862-7911.

Studio space Shared studio space available in Burlington’s south end. Suitable for sculptors, mixed media artists. Material storage included. Price negotiable. 802-652-0730.

Waterfron office space avail.

Adirondack views. Incls. parking.

Call Ken at 865-3450.

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LAMOILLE COUNTY, SWF, 36 YO, ISO SWM between the ages of 29-45 YO, who enjoys dancing, dining, movies, hiking and going for walks. Who is loving, honest, trusting and caring and likes to cuddle. 3868

ATTRACTIVE, SWF WITH GOOD, OLDfashioned morals, loves cooking, candlelight, soft music and moonlit walks, seeks Italian or Middle Eastern M over 6’ for true love. Only serious and genuine at heart apply! 3581

SEEKING THAT OLDER, WISER, SEXY woman? Tired of the games? Pretty, very cute, intelligent, slim, petite redhead.

Full of life, fun, adventure and clean living. Not looking for relationship.

Requirements: 30-45, integrity, good looks help. NS/ND, nonattached, nonkinky, non-gigalo, non-redneck. 3867

LAMOILLE COUNTY, 57 YO WIW F, BROWN hair/eyes, S, 190 lbs. ISO LTR with NS/ND man who loves mysteries, action movies, ‘60s/’70s music and cuddling. I’m honest, sincere, playful, great sense of humor. All calls answered. 3580

REFLECTIVE STAR WITH DIVINE LIGHT and inner wisdom seeks another heavenly body with whom to shine. Physically fit, youthful vegetarian with cultured mind and creative spirit is joyfully ready for cosmic connection with loving NS (SDM), 50s-60s age range. 3828

ARTISTIC, ATHLETIC WOMAN OF 52 wishes to meet companion for dinners, bicycling, dancing, hiking and having fun. 3570 SWF, 49 YO, SLIM, ATTRACTIVE, PETITE, nice, easygoing, smart, educated, creative, hardworking, great sense of humor, shoulder-length auburn hair, look young.

Seeks S/D WM, 45-67 YO, financially secure, nice, considerate, easygoing, smart, good sense of humor. I like movies, books, nature, being on the water, puttering around the house, conversation, theater, traveling. 3501

SWF, TALL (5’9”),LONG, BLONDE HAIR, nice figure, seeks financially secure, easygoing S/DWM, J/C, 45-58 YO, NS/ND, social drinker only. I enjoy cooking, walks, flea markets, picnics, campfires, outdoors. No dependents. Please only the serious at heart apply. 3827 BROKE, CHALLENGED, STILL LEARNING at 49. Looking for armor, valor and fair.

First time for you as it is for me. Longing for a change in scene. 3752

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WANTED: MOUNTAIN MAN WITH ABOVEaverage intelligence and dance moves to back it up. You wield the splitting maul and I’ll stack the wood. This 34 YO holistic chick is no PC wannabe. I’m a dirty girl. Call me! 3666

HELLO THERE. I’M FAIRLY NEW TO THE region and I need some companionship to share some of your time alone with you. Can we talk for a minute and I’d like to know your name. 3919

MIRACLES HAPPEN TO THOSE WHO believe! Vegetarian visionary, youthful, fit with inner and outer appeal. Following a holistic lifestyle, seeks NS, SDM, 50-60s range for LTR co-creating our dreams.

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SWM, 5’10, 26 YO, SEEKING 21-32 YO to dine out, dance, movies, quiet times together. 3913 HOPE TO MEET YOU. CARING, LOVING runner artist mid-aged, NS, 5’9”, 155.

Loves photography, jazz, poetry, books, folk guitar, writing, plants, nature, children, dancing & more. Seeks friendly, kind woman for friendship and perhaps LTR. 3830 DWM, GALLANT KNIGHT, 5’8, 155 LBS., seeks queen, 23-40 YO. Enjoy playing outdoors or special times at home. Very active, fit, sexy. Would you share a -?

Damsels or princesses fancied who value sharing, communication, trust. 3824

DWM, ND/NA, SMOKER, 49 YO. Professional drummer seeks musically inclined 35-45 YO lady for fun and possible LTR. Likes bowling, sports, dance and travel. Let’s meet and be comfortable with each other. 3814 45 YO M LOOKING FOR A FEMALE COMpanion 35-45 YO. I like long rides, cooking, movies, camping. I have no kids, never married, no pets. No heavies, smokers, drinkers. 3750 WM, 53 YO, BROWN EYES. FIT, TRIM, outdoorsy. I like music, good conversation, hikes, talks, rides, kids and cats.

Any down-to-earth women out there looking to hang out? Coffee? 3662

BURLINGTON AREA MAN, 52 YO, GOODlooking, hard-worker, honest, looking for a LTR with lady, 38-50 YO. FF a +. Worker also. Likes BBQ, dancin’, pool, going out, fun lady. 3823

COMPANION FOR RETIRED GENT FOR ROAD bicycling, reading, sailing, Mozart, music and eating in Montreal, plus your interests.

I am 6’1, 175 lbs., 68 YO, blue and white.

All calls answered. 3660

WHEREVER YOU ARE, LOW 50S, SLENDER, youthful, 5’9, DWM, like hiking, biking, casual kayaking, sailing, world travel, intimate relationships, sunrises and sunsets, photography and most fun things. Seeking fun companion to share life and laughter with. 3820

WHEN HARRY MET SALLY, HAROLD MET Maude, Bonnie met Clyde, Sid and Nancy, Nancy and Ronald. Ice breaks unmoveable stone when I meet you. Be open to goodness. Let’s talk, laugh, listen, touch, share, need, understand, grow, die, then live. 3659

56 YEARS YOUNG, DWM, FIT AND ACTIVE. ISO fit, active, affectionate W, 35-58 YO. I like hiking, yoga, travel and quiet times together. I am a caring, considerate person seeking same in a woman for LTR. 3818

HAVE YOU BEEN A NAUGHTY GIRL AND need to be spanked? Officer Robert is at your service. Utmost discretion assured.

3657

SWM, 46 YO, 5’9, 205 LBS., LONG, CURLY hair, mustache, carpenter, musician, painter, singer, solar panels. Loves cats, sports, kids, nature, gardening, arts. Hates ignorance, intolerance, cruelty. Seeking healthy, affectionate F to share. 3815

ATTN: SWFS IN RUTLAND, 38-48 YO, thin build, 44 YO SWM, 6’2, 180 lbs., open, funny, good listener, excellent snuggler, seeking LTR. You be open, nonjudgmental and love to snuggle too.

3656

MY ONLY DESIRE. DWM, YOUNG 43 YO smoker, aged well. Seeks slender to average woman, 32-52 YO, who needs a guy who is very affectionate, domesticated, reliable, honest, good provider, seeking LTR. Many interests. Call me. 3917 LOOKING FOR YOU. 50 YO, DWM, 5’10, 200 lbs., big blue eyes. Looking for a lady to see where things will go. Age, race, size does not matter. I like walks, outdoors, 4-wheeling. 3916

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I AM 54 YO, SEPARATED FOR OVER A year, 5’11, 240 lbs., few pounds to lose but not obese, sincere, honest and romantic. ISO lady for LTR, 50-60 YO. 3585 SKI, SNOWSHOE, HIKE W/HONEST, FIT, humorous, intelligent, financially secure SPM. Seeking adventurous, active, funloving SF, 35-45 YO to share meaningful conversation, fine wine, traveling, dining out and home-cooked meals w/romantic, confident animal lover. Friendship first, possible LTR. 3584 SWM, 44 YO, FROM TENNESSEE, LOOKING for companionship for dinner, movies, etc.

Down to earth. Seeking WF, 35-45 YO to enjoy quality time and possible LTR for right person. 3583 SWM, 50 YO, SEEKING SOULFUL, SWEET and sexy, special someone. Short in stature, free on weekdays preferred. Let’s enjoy the summer, explore a future. Take a risk. 3574 RETIRED, 58 YO, ACTIVE, FIT, INTO nature and lifelong learning, bicycling, walking, reading, yoga and exercising.

Love crosswords, Mamet and jazz. Hope for a companion for friendship and more.

Let’s talk over a campfire. 3573

60 + 73 YO RETIRED F WOULD LIKE TO MAKE new M acquaintances, hopefully to become friends. Quiet times, country, reading, gardening, antiques, etc. Hate crowds, cities, loud nonsense and hypocrites. 3819

men > men 44 YO M, LOVES TO GIVE ORAL. ANY black guys around? Stowe area. Ready to serve. 3918 NEW GUY IN TOWN, LOOKING FOR A small town kinda guy. Not materialistic, no games, for maybe 1 on 1. Dating, friends, cute, white guy, spiked blonde, blue, 5’11, 192 lbs., pretty, smooth.

Leave a message. 3915 BLACK GUYS WANTED. SWM, ATTRACTIVE, 5’9, 150 lbs., br/bl, ISO long lasting guys, 18-45 YO who want to receive oral and top this sexy, hot bottom. 3912 GWM, 34 YO, BL/BL, MUSCULAR CHEST, clean shaven, discreet, nice butt, so I’ve been told. Into biking, running and sweat. ISO young, cute guy for friendship and more. You, in shape and kinky. 3865 MA 5’9”, 170, 44 YO, GOOD-LOOKING, well built. Wants a hairy-chested, muscular, tough, construction camp buddy for serious man-to-man sweat. S. of Burlington. 3831

GWM, 33 YO, LOOKS YOUNGER, CLEAN and attractive guy seeking MA and/or very closeted guys for daytime fun on the down low. In Burlington area, free during the day and some nights. Looking for clean, attractive, masculine men, 25-43 YO. 3668

MACU SEEKING ENDOWED BIM, BUSTY BIF, BICU for LTR. Clean and discreet a must. Him: 6’1, 55 YO, 225 lbs. Her: 5’8, 170 lbs, 45 YO, busty. No drugs or anal.

Grand Isle County. 420-friendly. 3822 WE ARE A FUN CU LOOKING FOR FUN. 24 YO BI FF female, 31 YO male. Come over, enjoy yourself. We’re pros. Age doesn’t matter. 3817

GM: HOW MUCH MORE SUBSTANTIAL CAN it get for “the you and me” than to place an ad as gay man? Because to be openly gay is scrumptious, is it not? 6’3, brown eyes and loads of fun to be with! The most substantial part of that one is that I dare you to write me! Aloha! 3667 BEING ALONE SUCKS. 53 YO GWM SEEKS masculine GWM under 40 for friendship, get togethers on weekends in St. Albans area. Please be honest and D/D free. Sex not required, but have a good heart.

3655 CUT MEN WANTED. GWM, MID 50S. ISO cut men in St. Albans area for give-andtake sex. No romantic encounters, just good, hot sex. Age, race unimportant.

3654 WHERE ARE YOU? SWM, 49 YO, 5’7, 170 lbs. Looking for friends married or not. If you are clean and honest, looking for maybe more and 35-50 YO. Live in St. Albans. Call. 3575

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BIM ISO MEN WHO ARE IN SHAPE AND 40 YO or younger. I’m very submissive. I like being tied up. I also have hot lips and like to use them. I’m discreet, you be too. 3866 CURIOUS MAWM, ATTRACTIVE, FIT, endowed, very thick. ISO BI CU in reasonable shape to fulfill my fantasy of threesome. Disease free, discreet a must.

3825 CUTE BIF WITH HERPES SEEKS CU WITH same for intimate adventures. Please be caring, respectful, fun and kind Must be clean, discreet and D/D free. 3577 ME: TALL, DARK, HANDSOME, LOVING, youthful, humorous, outdoorsy, totally healthy, well traveled/educated, love role-play, switch, occasionally transform into sexy transvestite. Seeking intelligent, fit, attractive, honest, biF, 27-40 YO, switch, interested in occasional swinging, love laughter, adventure, travel, LTR. CU also. 3572 BIWM, 33 YO, 5’9. 169 LBS. DIRTY BL, bl. Very discreet, D/D free. ISO cute, young guy for mutual sexual fulfillment.

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30B | august 16-23, 2006 | 7D Personals

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sevendaysvt.com Jerryfest You: Cute painter. Me: Banker in a blue dress.

You asked if I was single and if you could take me to dinner. When the music started, I couldn’t find you. Still want to have dinner? When: Wednesday, August 9, 2006.

Where: Jerryfest @ Nectars. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Lakeside, with a monkey I spy a super sexy fisherman who sweeps me off of my feet and makes my heart flutter like flower petals in the rain. Love having coffee with you and wish it could last forever. Can’t wait until the next time; for every next time.

When: Wednesday, August 9, 2006. Where: Lake Champlain. You: Man. Me: Woman.

QT in VT at Two 2 Tango online. It seems as though we’re looking for the same things. I’m dying to meet an interseting young femme like yourself to hang and enjoy the summer days and nights with...let’s see what happens. When: Thursday, August 10, 2006.

Where: Two 2 Tango online. You: Woman.

Me: Woman.

ReCycle North Lunchtime Encounter You said “good idea” at the counter re: wrapping the fragile items we were purchasing.

A better idea would have involved me chatting you up but my bashfulness prevailed.

You followed me out of the parking lot in your cherry red SUV. I had a cherry red smile on my tee shirt. Care to pursue possibility?

I definitely would. When: Wednesday, August 9, 2006. Where: ReCycle North. You: Woman. Me: Man. Audi drivin’ handsome man Early August - after work on Rt. 15 heading west. Almost veered off the road. I saw you, I smiled, you smiled..still thinking about it.

Maybe next time you will pull your black wagon over and ...well I’m sure you could think of something. You have left permanent marks on ME. When: Wednesday, August 2, 2006.

Where: Rt 15 West. You: Man. Me: Woman.

John Hiatt 8/9/06 I was standing at the bar all night, you were back and forth. Chardonnay I think was your drink. You grabbed my hand toward the end for one of the songs. We talked a little. Do you remember? Perhaps a replay is in order.

I was a little uptight that night. When: Wednesday, August 9, 2006. Where: Higher Ground. You: Woman. Me: Man. Rules of the Road Haiku Route 15 drivers Unaware they cause traffic Move to the right lane When: Wednesday, August 9, 2006. Where: Route 15. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

8/5 You helped me!

Even though the book (GGGS) I was seeking wasn’t available, I found something else.

Are you available? B&N 8/5. When: Saturday, August 5, 2006. Where: B & N. You: Woman. Me: Man. Everyone at Cheese Traders I miss each of you fine people. 12:30s with Jo, laughing/talking tunes with Rob and Will, cursing with/at Dino, hearing Mike’s tales of intrigue, sharing zodiac signs with Sunday, picking on Lezzlie, teasing Pasang, learning about the wine biz from S & N (&V), meeting the newbies, unloading trucks, scratching winners, and the employee discount. Thanks for the great times! When: Wednesday, August 9, 2006. Where: Cheese Traders and Wine Sellers. You: Woman. Me: Man. South End while Stroller-ing You asked me for directions to North Prospect, and distracted by babies, I sent you in the opposite direction. I hope I didn’t make you late for wherever you were headed...can I make it up to you? When: Monday, August 7, 2006. Where: South End. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Sonoma Station’s Sexy Waitress Thanks for the sweet yet spicy chocolate cake last Thursday night 8/1. My guess is you are equally as sweet and I bet a lot more spicy!

Wanna get together to see if we can’t heat things up on a different level? My pallete is open if yours is?! When: Tuesday, August 1, 2006. Where: Sonoma Station, Richmond.

You: Woman. Me: Man. I Spy my favorite...

Happy birthday to the sexiest man alive! I love you so much more than you love me. I’ll even go so far as to put it in an I Spy! Oh and I am still trying to get that trophy... When: Saturday, August 19, 2006. Where: In my ‘ridiculous’ bed. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Hey Jen with a ‘J’ You’re welcome! Thanx for my first eye spy ever; it made my day and it wasn’t even from some creepy bastard. Thanx again When: Tuesday, August 1, 2006. Where: City Market. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

Mac’s Market Stowe Prettiest cashier ever. A day late and a buck short, quite an enchanting last-minute date we shared. Good luck in California! When: Thursday, July 27, 2006. Where: Mac’s Market Stowe. You: Woman. Me: Man. Genesis meets Darwin I spy an ever-relevant debate between The Bible and Darwin unfold on stage. AJL, a stellar directorial debut. CMT - Thanks for the wise words once spoken: “He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind.” When: Friday, August 4, 2006. Where: Chazy, NY. You: Man. Me: Man.

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TS! Saw you walk by me the other day in an orange top (but no crocs), you looked sad or bored but probably because I wasn’t walking with you. Couldn’t think of what to yell, but my heart was screaming. I don’t think I can wait the full 15 years.. When: Wednesday, July 30, 2003. Where: Montpelier. You: Woman. Me: Man. Limbo for Broken Dreams Is this you? Couple summers ago. You on Park, me at the Mill. John Eddie played Battery Park. I dreamed his song “It doesn’t get better than this” was us. Don’t be mad. I know, maybe some day I can explain. When: Tuesday, August 8, 2006. Where: Full moon over aching heart. You: Woman. Me: Man. He said, She Said: I DO Chic bride, sporting full attire, at Ri Ra celebrating in style. I’d agree, Megan, if you’re going to wear it once: Wear it! Tony, congrats and let’s have a shot of Goldschlager.

-ME + J. When: Saturday, August 5, 2006.

Where: Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. My partner in crime You are the best friend a girl could have, you’ve gone above and beyond the call of duty and I want to say thank-you. I wish you all the love and happiness a girl could find in this world and there is no doubt in my mind that you’ll find it! There’s always a rainbow after the storm! When: Friday, August 4, 2006. Where: Everyday. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

I spy a guppy A man would have tried, a coward walked away. Next time you profess to love someone don’t use your self-righteousness to disassemble a girl’s character. I loved you and never would have treated you as you did me.

Don’t pretend to be a mentor until you can be a man. May your karma be disheveled for breaking my heart. When: Tuesday, June 27, 2006. Where: Lyons Avenue. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Lisa from Montpelier We talked at the campfire pit at the Northeast Kingdom Music Festival Saturday evening. You said you worked at a cafe in Montpelier, had the prettiest eyes, and a unique vocal accent. I was hoping to see you later around the festival but didn’t. If you find this message, I’d love to get to know you better by email. Tom. When: Saturday, August 5, 2006. Where: Northeast Kingdom Music Festival. You: Woman. Me: Man. Owl, high in a tree A winged beast with a garment of sorts sat high in a tree until she caught my query on a summer day. From whence did she come?

- where she goes depends upon you. Leave a missive with bailey and howe describing her unique attire #PS3565.L5 O95 2003 When: Saturday, August 5, 2006. Where: high in a tree. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

Sunbathing at Shelburne Farms To the two lovely ladies sunbathing on the small beach at Shelburne Farms...It was your beauty that made me tip my kayak...not the waves. Can I join you the next time? When: Sunday, August 6, 2006. Where: Shelburne Farms beach. You: Woman. Me: Man.

You’re my favorite.

To my BFF. I miss you, I’ll see you soon, but you should know just how important you are to me. You’re way better than a girlfriend could be, and you deserve so much happiness in life. When: Friday, August 4, 2006.

Where: “Muddys”. You: Man. Me: Woman.

I spy Jill at a backyard BBQ... Saturday night. Russell St. We sat next to each other for a moment at the end of the night. I’m intrigued. Coffee or lunch? When: Saturday, August 5, 2006.

Where: Russell St. You: Woman. Me: Man.

Rock Point Redbird Birthday Smiling showed your swollen eyes more severely. Not that your smile was superficial, the champagne and smoke on your breathe as you typed away lovingly on your new Smith Corona shortly after breakfast assured me it was nothing but sincere. Baby Red Bird flyin’ across the sky, a kiss I have blown awaits you, where ever you may land. When: Thursday, July 27, 2006. Where: Everywhere. You: Woman. Me: Man.

Sunday, Hannafords, Essex, great smile..

We passed a few times in the store, me shorts and grey/blue t-shirt, you in amazing white shorts! A quick hello as we passed, wish I said more! The smile and wave as we both drove out made me hope you read the I’spies!! Took a chance when I got home, so here it is...hope for the chance to say more. When: Sunday, August 6, 2006. Where: Hannafords in Essex. You: Woman. Me: Man. Starry Eyed Bank Teller Every Friday your tender smile steals my heart... I know that you like me, I can see it in the way that you count my twenties. Can there ever be a you and me? When: Saturday, September 17, 2005. Where: Union Bank. You: Woman. Me: Man. I Spy Dangerous Curves Monday, July 31: You were walking up So. Union in a black dress, heels, shades, red hair pulled back. I whistled from a black truck. Hot day....hope it wasn’t a mirage.

I’d like to see you again. When: Monday, July 31, 2006. Where: So. Union St. You: Woman. Me: Man. It’s time you were spied!

Thanks to the cute guy that helped my roomate and I install our new air conditioner.

Any time you need to cool off, come on by!

When: Wednesday, August 2, 2006. Where: my apartment. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Blonde looking for cute guy.

Tall, dark, and handsome guy smiled at cute blonde girl just before noon on Saturday, 8/5/06, in front of the downtown Burlington Post Office. I think you even said “HI”.

I was with someone, otherwise I’d have turned around and followed you. Write back, please. When: Saturday, August 5, 2006.

Where: Downtown Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Middlebury Culinary Lost Love I was in culinary class with you in Middlebury from ‘98-’99. I have been thinking about you ever since then. The cruise and the NYC trip was a blast. I spoke with you quick on the phone a few years ago and it was too short. Mary P. If you are out there please get in touch. Yes, it’s me JAY:) When: Saturday, August 4, 2001. Where: PHACC. You: Woman. Me: Man. Indian Goddess Waterfront July 3rd We were watching Samba drumming on the waterfront. Our eyes met accross the crowd and you shyly smiled. What a vision of beauty.

I must make your acquaintance! Many wishes of peace for you. Can we share a sari?? When: Monday, July 3, 2006. Where: Burlington boardwalk. You: Woman. Me: Man. Late At Night We worked together (CBS-2002?) I snuck in your window. Remember me? You called a year ago. Still dream about you. Where are you JG? Remember Post St. and after?

Wish things had turned out differently for us. Second chance?? I can almost feel your touch, crave it! Please call, I’ve been waiting for you for 4 years. I’ll be yours forver, CLT (Sunshine). When: Thursday, July 4, 2002.

Where: Rutland. You: Man. Me: Woman. “food court” Williston I saw you at Cumbys last week. I haven’t seen you at work though! I miss you preparing my meals! You are so sweet and cute.

Can we go out for a drink sometimes? My treat. Or maybe a cruise on the lake? Again, my treat! You have my number. Call or text me anytime!! When: Wednesday, July 26, 2006. Where: Cumbys Colchester. You: Man. Me: Man. Samples - Battery Park You: blonde psych grad student, from Washington and Boston, doing logic puzzle, reading personals. Me: black shirt, teacher, sitting next to you. You said good bye. Wanted to get your name, but hesitated. Coffee? Talk about kids?

When: Thursday, August 3, 2006. Where: Battery Park. You: Woman. Me: Man.

“Muddy Waters” Med Student?

I say you at Muddy Waters at about 8:30ish p.m. on 8/2. You had a white Ipod and looked like you where doind research reading a med book. I was sitting next to the window reading the paper, drinking a latte, having a scone. I had a red hat and a grey shirt. Very intrested. When: Wednesday, August 2, 2006. Where: Muddy Waters Coffee Shop.

You: Woman. Me: Man. sunday afternoon on the boat artist in motion. Cute smile. Great shades.

Pop taught you to double clutch. Would like to see your drawings. Vintage rules. Was that your partner you were with? Let’s go back for another crossing. When: Sunday, July 30, 2006. Where: Charlotte. You: Woman.

Me: Man. Jessica with a ‘J’ Hey Jessica at City Market... Your huge smile and bubbly self made my day today, Thanks!

Jen with a ‘J’ When: Tuesday, August 1, 2006. Where: City Market Customer Service. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

“When Harry met Sally” was what we were talking about as I was picking on my friends for being so difficult at the order counter. You, the brunette with the very sexy hazel eyes and great smile. Are the goatee and white polo shirt bringing back any fond memories? Please tell me that was you’re older brother you were lunching with?

-Alex. When: Wednesday, July 12, 2006.

Where: Waterfront Market. You: Woman.

Me: Man. Redrocks Bike Thief you stole my friend’s bike and only mode of transportation. Now he’s left to hobble on his hurt ankle everywhere he goes. Know that you have taken something very important from a genuinely good person and that there are many eyes looking out for that bike. When: Wednesday, July 26, 2006.

Where: Redrocks. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Hinesburg Gardener on 7D Website You had a personal ad on the 7 Days website. I was not a member, and mailed an “I Spy” to them 6 or 7 weeks ago. Didn’t realize the I Spy ads are only online now. You are African American. I am intrigued. I am moving to the area. I am a teacher and a mom.

Please respond. When: Thursday, June 15, 2006. Where: 7 Days Website. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Dingo 3 I’ve seen you on a couple different sites, didn’t know much about you until I got on Two2Tango. You have blond hair, wear you sunglasses “a lot” live in Burlington and work in marketing and advertising. I bet you’re a good time. I’d love to hang out with you sometime. Come look for me!! When: Monday, July 31, 2006. Where: website ad. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Langdon Sunday Morning A very cute girl driving a Subaru that’s set up for mail delivery. I was at the other corner in a grey SUV and waved you out in front of me.

What a great smile you were wearing. When: Sunday, July 30, 2006. Where: Corner of Langdon St.. You: Woman. Me: Man. OP - Drunken Jerk Saturday night, 7/19, the OP arouund 1 a.m.

I was a beligerant drunken moron, and I threw change at you for some stupid petty only-undertandable-to-a-drunk-moron-reason. I appologize. When: Saturday, July 29, 2006. Where: The OP. You: Man. Me: Man.

North Beach 7/29 Beautiful black-haired woman in black bikini from Montpelier with daughter. We spoke as I recognized you from the quieter streets of the capital. Wish I had walked the other way coming from the water. Would love to swim together at that other quieter place that we talked about standing in the water - would you? When: Saturday, July 29, 2006. Where: North Beach. You: Woman.

Me: Man. boys at B-town Ymca I watch the both of you in amazement as you bench weight upon your hot bodies daily at the YMCA. I want to know the both of you personally. Boy 1: 5’9, dark brown hair, b eyes. Owns red Isuzu. Boy 2: 6’4, dirty blonde w/g eyes. Owns white jeep. Me: 6’, m, w/brown hair. Perhaps the three of us could meet? When: Wednesday, June 21, 2006.

Where: YMCA. You: Man. Me: Woman. striking grill boy You: 6’5, striking young man working the grill at the Beansies bus in Burlington.

Me: Cute, larger gal with brown hair and a fairy tattoo. I have chatted with you many times, but I can never seem to get you off my mind. Perhaps I could have a hot dog with you sometime. When: Thursday, July 27, 2006. Where: Battery Park. You: Man. Me: Woman.

You don’t make sense Mikki You’re beautiful beyond belief; it’s so obvious. Your boyfriend is incredibly lucky. And these ads are humiliating, but modesty sounds wrong sometimes, especially when what you say is incredibly incorrect! When: Monday, July 24, 2006. Where: some restaurant named after a flower.. You: Woman. Me: Man. Friendly’s Shelburne Road 7/27. You: Beautiful blonde waitress with a stunning smile and very nice bracelet. Thank you for the great service, maybe I could wait on you sometime? Me: Cute redhead with some friends having dinner around 9 p.m. at Friendly’s on Shelburne Road. When: Thursday, July 27, 2006. Where: Friendly’s Shelburne Road. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

Pike It was sweet of you to spy me. Thank you.

Let me know if you ever want company categorizing your records in autobiographical order. Say hello to Calvin for me! When: Sunday, July 9, 2006. Where: Your House.

You: Man. Me: Woman.

4 guys at Clarendon Gorge looking for the 4 boys who looked to be in your early 20s and looked like you just walked out of an Abercrombie ad. You were at the Clarendon Gorge swimming hole on the evenings of both 7/26 and 7/27. You were driving a silver truck with NH license plates. When: Thursday, July 27, 2006.

Where: Rutland/Clarendon Gorge. You: Man. Me: Man. I spy beauty and poise Your graceful movements are as elegant as the white blouse you fashioned as Maitre D’ Tuesday morning stopping traffic at Church and College as I caught my breath to coax my white car or truck through the intersection. Maybe someday we’ll lose our breath together. When: Tuesday, July 25, 2006.

Where: Leunig’s. You: Woman. Me: Man. What is Sexy, Alex?

You: Blond, twentysomething, yellow shirt, khakis, and killer baby blues, sitting in the back row at the 11:30 Jeopardy! try-outs at the Wyndham. Me: All in black, eyeing you instead of focusing on my test. You must be smart to have made it that far, and I’m willing to wager it all that we’ll have a good connection. When: Wednesday, July 26, 2006. Where: Wyndham Hotel, Burlington VT. You: Man. Me: Woman.

Everywhere, All The Time.

To the girl I anything but wasted the last 8+ years of my life with: SMG, you riddled me with Sapphire bullets of pure love, left me bleeding and still head over heels. I’m so sorry our futures don’t coincide. Thanks again for the great time, best of luck & happiness, I’ll miss you. Love forever from the Mellon-head. When: Wednesday, July 26, 2006. Where: Johnson. You: Woman. Me: Man.

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2+ years of design production experience with strong knowledge of Mac-based design software–Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Web and Catalog design experience STRONGLY encouraged. Fun attitude a must!

Search Engine Optimization Specialist Experienced search-engine optimizer wanted to lead SEO strategy and implementation. Join a fast-paced team that is dedicated to SEO and ready to take it to the next level.

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Counseling Service “JOB OPPORTUNITIES”

Community and Employment Support Person Sought! A 22-year old man with mild autism is looking for a person to support him throughout his day. Schedule is roughly 8:30a.m.- 3:30p.m. and includes some respite, community activities, and employment support. A fun job for the right person.This is a benefited position with the Community Associates Program of CSAC. Community Integration Specialist: Provide 1:1 support to two charming men with developmental disabilities. Join a dynamic team focusing on consumer choice, communications and consistency. Best match is physically fit person who is comfortable setting limits and enjoys the outdoors. Experience supporting this population ideal. Some assistance with personal care required. HS diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, & reliable vehicle required.Thorough and ongoing paid training guaranteed. Comprehensive benefits package; 32.5 hr/wk.

Emergency Team Clinician (PT): Seeking a Master’s level mental health clinician to provide phone and face-to-face crisis intervention, primarily office-based. Requires excellent assessment skills, sound clinical judgment, a strong team orientation, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Prior crisis intervention experience and clinical work with populations with major mental illness strongly desired. Excellent orientation, supervision and support provided. 24.5 hours (Mon. & Tues. day shifts,Wed a.m. mtg.) additional substitute hours may be available for weekends, vacation coverage, etc.

Employment Representative: Job development, placement, and support to individuals with developmental disabilities. Must be comfortable working in the public eye within the private sector at large and small companies. BS in relevant field or equivalent experience. FT w/benefits.

For a complete list of “Job Opportunities” at CSAC, visit www.csac-vt.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply to any of the “Job Opportunities” listed above, you may choose to contact us by: • Email: hr@csac-vt.org • Mail: Send a resume and cover letter to Human Resources, CSAC, 89 Main Street, Middlebury,VT 05753 • In person: Application for employment can be picked up at either CSAC office: 89 Main Street or 61 Court Street, Middlebury,VT • Phone: Please contact Human Resources at (802) 388-6751, ext. 425.

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in grades 7–10, seeks an Art Teacher to provide art education to our students once weekly. Art is taught in two groups of twelve students for 45-minutes per class. Minimum qualifications include: a background in art education, some teaching experience, and the ability to accommodate a wide range of interests, levels and abilities. Successful candidates will have demonstrated skills in behavior management and understanding the needs of EBD students. Candidates need to be creative, flexible and willing to “think outside the box.” Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three letters of reference, on or by Friday, August 18, 2006 to the address below.

SHORT-TERM SUBSTITUTE MATH TEACHER The Jean Garvin School, a therapeutic educational program serving 24 students in grades 7–10, seeks a short-term substitute Math teacher for 6-8 weeks beginning Tuesday, September 5, 2006. Minimum qualifications include: some teaching experience, and the ability to accommodate a wide range of academic ability. Successful candidates will have demonstrated skills in behavior management and understanding the needs of EBD students. In addition to teaching math, they will support other program activities and be a good role model.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three letters of reference, on or by Friday, August 18, 2006 to:

Jean Garvin School, Attn: Lisa Bilowith 94 Harvest Lane, Suite 203, Williston, VT 05495 email: lisabilowith@howardcenter.org

RESPITE PROVIDER Provide youth and their families ongoing support and a much-needed break from the intensity of their day-to-day issues. Part-time flexible positions available up to 19 hours weekly. Afternoons, evenings and weekends.

• Be matched with a family and work a consistent schedule over the course of one year • Be available by pager-designated shifts during the month to offer immediate respite to families in crisis Must possess good therapeutic and rapport-building skills; experience with children struggling with emotional and behavioral challenges. Vehicle required.

Hourly rate plus expense/travel reimbursement. Send resume to:

aimeeu@howardcenter.org Aimee Upchurch, The Baird Center 1138 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401.

EOE/TTY Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions of the Position • Develops and manages the partnership between the clinic staff and the doctors through the consistent communication of core purpose and beliefs and collaborates with the leadership group to resolve issues in conflict.

• Develops, in conjunction with the Operations Manager, the annual operating plan for the practice in accordance with Company financial guidelines to ensure the alignment of the practice with the company’s strategic objectives.

• Regularly reviews, interprets and uses financial data including income statements and balance sheets to identify plan shortfalls and opportunities and focuses resources and efforts to these items to ensure plan achievement.

• Fosters strong relationships with the doctors and hygienists to ensure a commitment to productivity objectives, reflects these commitments by developing and revising monthly forecasts and measures actual productivity against plan.

• Manages and reports the practice assets through effective inventory control and AR management to ensure the attainment of inventory turn and effectivity metrics.

• Develops, schedules and maintains the Social Operating System Calendar to foster office staff and doctor alignment on key operating plan and practice management objectives.

• Collaborates with PC Doctors to develop clinical training programs and mentoring for clinical staff and follows up on the execution of training to ensure the clinical staff meets the technical requirements of their positions.

• Manages, directly and through others, the performance management and development of clinical staff to ensure the retention, development and performance of employees and a positive working environment.

• Ensures a high level of patient satisfaction by ensuring staff is trained in and delivers service excellence and resolves patient billing and service issues.

• Ensures that the Practice’s policies, procedures and processes are in compliance with Dental Practice protocols, state and federal law and regulations and AAAHC accreditation guidelines.

• Performs other similar tasks as necessary to ensure that the practice meets its metrics in support of its strategic objectives.

Please forward cover letter and resume to:

jsavage@amdpi.com or mail to: J. Savage, 241 King Street Suite 120, Northampton, MA 01060.

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employment@sevendaysvt.com | SEVEN DAYS | august 16-23, 2006 | 7D Classifieds 33B CERTIFIED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER NCSS has an opening for a Special Education Teacher at Project Soar, an approved independent schoolserving students experiencing academic, developmental, emotional and/or behavioral challenges in grades K-12. Must be a flexible team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills. BA with State of VT Licensure in Special Education required. M.Ed. Preferred.

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Requires the ability and willingness to provide transportation for clients. Must be able to work a flexible schedule (including rotating evenings, weekends, and holidays). Knowledge of substance abuse and the criminal justice system desirable, however not required. Associate’s degree in the Human Service field and relevant experience required.

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SHARED LIVING PROVIDER Are you a team player? Looking for a few gentlemen to take turns living with an elderly man with challenging behaviors. Must be creative, like country music, have a sense of humor and a valid driver’s license. Excellent compensation. Call Kath at 524-6555, ext. 604.

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RESPITE PROVIDER Looking for intelligent, hardworking individuals to provide care for high-needs persons with Alzheimer’s.

Applicants should be creative and caring individuals who enjoy providing high-quality care to this population.

We work with both traditional and non-traditional therapies. The position is for 36 hours per week or an alternating 24 hour, 36 hour/week position. Shifts are 12 hours. References and background check required.

Pay is $12.00 per hour. Please call 802-343-9951 to arrange interview. Additional hours may be available. Excellent work environment.

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Experience in sales, marketing or business a plus but we will train the right person. We provide an exciting work environment that is fast-paced, creative, challenging and where we encourage you to share your ideas. We promote a work-life balance and personal growth while offering a competitive and generous salary and benefit package. Sweet Lady Jane and Tribeca Clothing could be the perfect place for your career to grow!

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Sweet Lady Jane 40 Church Street Burlington, VT 05401 or by email to info@sweetladyjane.biz.

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Associate’s degree with experience preferred. Full-time position.

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Service Coordinator - Developmental Services Service coordination responsibilities include the promotion of a high quality of life and person-centered planning for individuals with developmental disabilities following agency, state and federal guidelines. Applicants should have good supervisory, communication, writing and computer skills. Qualifications include Bachelor’s degree in human service related area or its equivalent, and a high degree of enthusiasm for facilitation of relationships, innovative support, problem solving, and the creative pursuit of dreams and goals. Full-time position.

Lamoille County Mental Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including health insurance, dental and life insurances, paid vacation, sick and personal time and more.

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resume@veic.org or mail to: VEIC Recruitment 255 South Champlain Street, Suite 7 Burlington, VT 05401 Visit our site to learn more about VEIC: www.veic.org.

Human Resources Lamoille County Mental Health Services 275 Brooklyn Street Morrisville, VT 05661 Lamoille County Mental Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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7D CLASSIFIEDSEMPLOYMENT Litigation Paralegal Our busy Stowe Law Firm has a position available for an experienced litigation paralegal who is organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks. We offer a salary commensurate with experience, and good benefits.

Fax your resume to: 802-253-7330 or mail to: P.O. Box 819, Stowe, VT 05672.

Behavioral Support Worker Smart Suites is seeking candidates for

FT/PT FRONT DESK AGENTS & HOUSEKEEPERS Please apply in person at: 1700 Shelburne Road South Burlington, VT

Support students with behavioral and academic needs through tutoring, mentoring and behavior management in a supportive environment. Must be a flexible team player with 2 years experience or related degree.

Send resume to: TSYF 1 Mill Street, B-12 Burlington, VT 05401

Transitional Services for Youth & Families

Come visit us at Pike Industries and see what we’re all about!

Stop in at Pike Industries at 346 Avenue A in Williston, VT for an on-site visit. Our friendly employees will provide tours, lunch and will answer any questions that you have about what we do. Bring a friend or business partner — the more the merrier!

TRADES TECHNICIAN The minimum requirements are an established knowledge of either the electrical or HVAC trades.

Should have or will be required to successfully complete the State of Vermont apprentice program.

Duties include but are not limited to working on HVAC equipment, plumbing, kitchen equipment, controls, life safety and electrical systems. Must have basic computer, communication and interpersonal skills. Working conditions, lifting and dexterity associated with the trades is required.

Applicants must be able to lift and move very heavy objects. An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical screening. Valid driver’s license, overtime and rotational call duties required. Tuesday through Saturday schedule with some flexible day and hour work schedules.

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate learning and be supportive of the mission of this Catholic, residential, liberal arts college. Saint Michael’s College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community. Apply to:

August 25, 2006 Drop in anytime between 10am-2pm.

Our vision: “Working in partnership with our employees, our customers and our communities, we strive to be a safe, environmentally responsible, profitable, low-cost provider of quality construction services and materials...”

Office of Human Resources, Saint Michael’s College Box 265G, One Winooski Park, Colchester, VT 05439.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.

CHITTENDEN SOUTH SUPERVISORY UNION 2006-2007 NON-LICENSED POSITIONS SHELBURNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL READING SUPPORT SPECIALIST (K-8) We are looking for a highly motivated, team player to work in the literacy department of our award winning school. Qualified individual will have experience in assessment, diagnosis and remediation and is familiar with current best practices. We seek an independent self-starter who will work directly with our student population with language arts needs. This position reports to the Literacy Coordinator and School Principals. We offer very competitive hourly wages and benefits. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letters of reference to: John Bossange, Principal, Shelburne Community School, and 345 Harbor Rd., Shelburne, VT 05482.

MIDDLE SCHOOL PARAPROFESSIONAL We seek a candidate who is independent, a problem solver, a self-starter and who enjoys the challenge of the middle school-aged students. A background in working with this age and with 6-8 curriculum a plus. Extensive support and training offered.

Interested applicants should send a resume and letters of reference to: Scott Orselet c/o Shelburne Community School, 345 Harbor Rd., Shelburne, VT 05482.

CHARLOTTE CENTRAL SCHOOL PARAEDUCATORS Charlotte Central School is currently seeking full-time Paraeducators to work with students in the EEE, primary and middle levels. Gain valuable experience and training in a supportive environment with competitive pay and benefits.

Call Kathie Wagner at 425-2771, extension 156 for more information.

Resumes may be emailed to kwagner@cssu.org.

Please apply to www.schoolspring.com for any of the positions listed above.

VERMONT LEAGUE OF CITIES & TOWNS Insurance career opportunities due to growth/promotion within municipal property, casualty and workers compensation insurance pool:

MANAGER, SAFETY AND HEALTH PROMOTION Experienced, goal-oriented professional to provide hands-on leadership in risk management by analyzing and evaluating members’ loss experience; performing loss control and health promotion consulting; assisting members with action plans; fostering member communications; recommending and managing the annual budget; managing and developing four team members.

Excellent communications, presentation, and managerial skills required; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience plus ten years of relevant supervisory experience. High level of property, casualty and workers’ compensation knowledge needed; certification is desirable. Valid Vermont driver’s license for some travel including occasional nighttime meetings.

CLAIM REPRESENTATIVE Licensed professional sought to process and settle property, casualty and workers’ compensation claims; conduct investigations, determine liability and negotiate settlements; interpret policies; set reserves; prepare required forms and reports.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required plus three years insurance experience and knowledge of basic principles of auto, property, general liability, workers’ comp claims. Good communications and problem solving skills and ability to analyze information.

AIC designation is a plus. Valid Vermont driver’s license required for extensive in-state travel.

VLCT offers an excellent total compensation package, convenient downtown Montpelier location, a great reputation/colleagues. Interested candidates should email a confidential cover letter, résumé and names/ phone numbers of three references via email to:

jobsearch@vlct.org with “Manager, S&H” or “Claim Rep” as subject.

Review begins immediately and applications will be accepted until filled.

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EMPLOYMENT CHAMPLAIN VALLEY HEAD START PRESCHOOL TEACHERS and EARLY CARE ADVOCATES

Remarkable care. Remarkable people.

Provide developmentally appropriate environment and experiences for preschool children in a Head Start classroom, and monthly home visits for families. Assist families in accessing medical and dental care for preschool children. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (for Teachers) or Associate’s degree (for ECAs) in Early Childhood Education or related education field, and classroom experience required. Experience in curriculum planning and implementation, child outcome assessment, and working with children with special needs.

• Teacher - Swanton Elementary: 40 hours/week, 41 weeks/year • Teacher - Richford Elementary: 40 hours/week, 41 weeks/year • ECA - Burlington (King St. Youth Center): 30 hours/week, 52 weeks/year • ECA - Burlington (Robins Nest): 20 hours/week, 52 weeks/year • ECA - Middlebury (VT Adult Learning): 30 hours/week, 41 weeks/year

Our Therapy practices offer an open environment stimulating learning and providing ample opportunity for mentoring. There is great opportunity for collaboration with physicians and other disciplines on special projects as well as participation in clinical research.

Successful applicants for all positions must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; skills in documentation and record keeping; proficiency in MS Word, email and Internet; exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Must be energetic, positive, mature, professional, diplomatic, motivated, and have a can-do, extra-mile attitude. Starting wage Teachers: $14.44-15.67/hour, ECAs: $11.72-13.28/hour. Excellent benefits.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions (all eligible for sign-on bonus):

A commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources is necessary. Clean driving record and access to reliable transportation required. Must demonstrate physical ability to carry out required tasks. People of color, and from diverse cultural groups, especially encouraged to apply. EOE. Please submit resume and cover letter with three work references. Applications must be received by Wed., Aug. 30. No phone calls, please. Please specify position and location. Applications should be sent by email to: pbehrman@cvoeo.org.

• Physical Therapist (The Continence Center - PT with experience and/or strong interest in continence)

• Certified Hand Therapist • Occupational Therapist (Inpatient Rehab & Rehab Outpatient Center) • Physical Therapist (Work Enhancement and Rehab Center)

• Therapy Supervisor Fletcher Allen Health Care offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salaries. To apply, use our on-line application system at www.FletcherAllen.org. Please call Human Resources with any questions: (802) 847-2825. EOE.

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Goddard Lund Family Center is seeking motivated, flexible, and dynamic individuals with a passion for working with children and families for the following full-time positions within Residential and Community Treatment Programs: Nurse: seeking an innovative, flexible Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to pregnant/parenting women and their children through holistic approaches to healthy living, Mon-Fri. Nurse should possess the ability to work with a team of providers, both in house and in the community, and be able to work autonomously in making nursing decisions. Nurse will teach health and birth classes. RN required.

Residential Case Manager: to work with young women and their children providing parenting and life skill support. Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in relevant field needed; experience working with adolescents and flexibility a must. Valid Vermont driver’s license and good driving record required.

Please submit cover letters and resumes to:

Jamie Tourangeau, Human Resources 76 Glen Road, Burlington, VT 05401 Fax: 802-861-6460

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Human Resources Coordinator Goddard College seeks a detail-oriented, focused, energetic, self-starter to be part of our Human Resources Office.This person will be responsible for administering the College’s compensation and benefits program, recruiting, implementing conditions of the union contract, performing data entry, maintaining all HR records, responding to employee questions, working collaboratively with a broad range of people, and assisting the HR Director as needed.

The ideal candidate will have work experience in Human Resources, a friendly, positive attitude, be able to multitask, possess excellent organization and prioritization skills, have a desire to help people, demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications skills, and be computer proficient.

Email letter of application and resume by August 30 to:

Goddard College at pam.kinniburgh@goddard.edu or mail to Goddard College, Human Resources 123 Pitkin Road, Plainfield, VT 05667.

Goddard is committed to creating a college representative of a diverse global community and capable of creating change. We encourage qualified candidates from groups underrepresented in our institution to apply.

Recruiter Fletcher Allen Health Care

Are you a great Recruiter looking for a new challenge?

Do you have outstanding communication skills and a strong desire to succeed?

Small co-ed boarding school (grades 9-12) serving students who are bright, creative and quirky, who have struggled in other school settings, and who are now looking for success in school and life.

TITLE 1 TUTOR: READING, WRITING & STUDY SKILLS The Title 1 Tutor will work with students in and out of the English classroom, individually and in small groups, to help them gain grade-level skills. The tutor is employed by Burlington School District and placed at Rock Point School. Knowledge of learning issues and ADD and/or experience working with teens helpful. Approximately 35 hours/wk, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (4 p.m. Tues). $11/hr with stipend for medical expenses.

For information about the school, please visit our website: www.rockpoint.org Please send resume and letter to:

Emily Skoler Rock Point School, 1 Rock Point Road Burlington, VT 05401

Fletcher Allen Health Care is currently seeking a Recruiter to join its Human Resources team. You would be responsible for the recruitment of designated nursing positions for the organization. Additionally, you would work closely with department managers and other members of the Human Resources team to develop, coordinate and implement effective recruitment and selection strategies.

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years employment and/or recruitment experience. The position requires excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills in order to present information to managers, employees and applicants in both small and large group settings. Attention to detail and the ability to multitask is a must.

Interested candidates should contact Megan Brunovsky at 802-847-9680 or email at: megan.brunovsky@vtmednet.org.

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Children’s Psychotherapist

Mental Health clinician needed to provide clinical services to children and families in a community mental health center Outpatient Program. A Master’s degree, license eligible, a collaborative approach, and one year experience providing psychotherapy required for this half-time position. WCMHS provides a stimulating and supportive working environment, and many opportunities for professional growth.

Case Management Team Leader

Looking for a recovery-oriented mental health clinician to administratively supervise a team of dynamic case managers as well as provide case management services to persons with serious mental illness. We are interested in hiring a client-centered, enthusiastic clinician with a good sense of humor and an interest in working creatively with clients. Great opportunity to gain supervisory experience while staying involved in direct service. Master’s degree in related field with a minimum of two years experience working with persons with psychiatric disabilities. Licensed or working toward licensure in related field.

Personnel Department, Washington County Mental Health Services P.O. Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601

Office Manager

CGC seeks a dynamic Office Manager. Marketing and fundraising experience preferred. Computer skills a must. CGC is a multi-age, arts, education and outdoor recreation center located in Starksboro, VT dedicated to building strong families within a diverse and supportive community. Please include a one-page writing sample if applying for this position.

Financial Coordinator

Common Ground Center is seeking an experienced professional to manage our financial operations, maintain personnel records and perform general accounting functions. This individual will prepare budgets; prepare reconciliations and financial reports; manage cash flow; work with auditor for annual review and IRS 990; report to governmental agencies; and handle A/P, A/R, and payroll. Three years appropriate experience is required. Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.

Should be proficient in QuickBooks and Excel. Experience in grant writing is a plus.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements by August 20th to: Common Ground Center 473 Tatro Rd., Starksboro, VT 05487 • jim@cgcvt.org For more information and a full job description, please visit our website at www.cgcvt.org.

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Needed for youth ballet/dance classes and family fitness class for YMCA. Experience teaching movement, ballet, aerobics and experience working with various age groups preferred.

Contact Stacia Mock at:

smock@gbymca.org or 802-862-9622. EOE

                                                                 

Maple Leaf Farm “FROM ADDICTION TO RECOVERY”

                                                  

                                                 

An inpatient substance abuse facility has the following positions available:

Join our growing, fast-paced, entrepreneurial software company in Montpelier, developing and installing a dynamic new software product for life science laboratories.

PRIMARY CARE STAFF

Software Tester

• RN/LPN –FT, Per Diem Evenings, Nights • FT, PT Primary Care Clerical Assistant

Help us find software bugs. Must love working around PCs and browsers, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and an inquisitive mind. Experience testing software and creating and executing test plans a plus.

Our Primary Care Unit is expanding with additional nursing and Physician hours.

• FT, PT Night Supervisor Available in the residential unit. 3-5 years experience in security, safety or facility oversight.

Knowledge of addictions a plus.      

• FT-Admissions Coordinator Knowledge and experience in the areas of substance abuse health care. Basic computer and clerical skills needed. Excellent telephone, customer service and communication skills required.

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For more info about these positions, visit our website at: www.mapleleaf.org Mail, fax or email resumes to:

Software Implementation Specialist Be part of our rapidly growing implementation team.

Experience implementing software products required.

Experience with laboratory processes and software development or validation preferred. Travel required.

Sales Representative Join our growing sales team and help us sell an exciting new software system to the pharmaceutical drug development industry. Experience in selling products to business customers required. Experience with pharmaceutical or laboratory sales preferred. Travel required.

Technical Sales Engineer Seeking individual to join our sales team and demonstrate the technological advantages of our innovative software solution to drug development organizations. Engineering degree or significant engineering experience required.

Experience with sales preferred. Travel required.

Maple Leaf Farm 10 Maple Leaf Road Underhill, VT 05489 Phone: 802-899-2911 • Fax: 802-899-2327 email: info@mapleleaf.org

Please email cover letter and resume to our HR department at:

hr@gmlogic.com

EOE. United Way Member Agency.

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CLINICIAN, EARLY CHILDHOOD

CRT CASE MANAGER/CLINICIAN

Full-time, Master’s level Clinician needed to provide home and classroom based evaluation, treatment, consultation, community education and training activities primarily within Rutland County Head Start. Position will work in preschool classrooms, homes and office, providing therapy and case management services. Demonstrated skills with young children and families, especially preschool age, strong assessment skills, and experience with training and consultation. Knowledge and experience with family-centered, strengths-based clinical practice. Must be highly organized, team-oriented practitioner. Position involves transportation of self and client in the provision of services in a personal vehicle. Master’s degree required, license preferred.

Master’s level clinician needed to provide services to adults recovering from severe and persistent mental illness. Duties include diagnosis and evaluation for assigned caseload, treatment planning, individual and group psychotherapy, case management and service coordination, and provision of supportive counseling. Master’s degree in relevant Human Services field and QMHP eligibility required. Experience with current DBT and Co-occurring /Disorders practices preferred. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential. Direct client work is conducted in a variety of clinic and community based settings.

Submit cover letter and resume to:

Please submit a resume to:

Rutland Mental Health Services, EOE Human Resources P.O. Box 222, Rutland, VT 05702

Rutland Mental Health Services, EOE Human Resources P.O. Box 222, Rutland, VT 05702

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7D Synergy

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Women Helping Battered Women software technologies inc.

CLASSIFIEDSEMPLOYMENT is hiring for the following position!

Synergy Software Technologies is a rapidly growing software company located in Essex Junction, VT. We are seeking individuals to join our highly successful and motivated team of technical professionals. Our firm has been in business since 1992, and is currently a national leader in software for human services and eldercare organizations, with over 5000 installations nation wide. We offer highly competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package coupled with a relaxed environment that encourages innovation and teamwork. Come grow with us!

Customer Service Representatives Due to rapid expansion of our customer base, we are in need of Customer Service Representatives. The ideal Synergy CSR has excellent MS Windows skills, and a love of working with people to help them through challenges. Excellent communication, organizational and presentation skills are a must. We view customer service as the most important aspect of our offerings, and pride ourselves in the quality of our support team. Some travel is required for providing on-site training to customers.

Please send Cover Letter, Resume, and Salary Requirements to: tlaba@synergysw.com No recruiter organizations, please.

Synergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Get Involved!

Economic Justice Advocate Provide client-centered advocacy/case work related to housing & other economic issues for individuals in emergency shelter, safe homes or the community who are homeless/at risk of homelessness due to domestic violence. Advocate on a broader systems level in such areas as housing, government benefits, & similar systems. BA or equivalent exp., & an understanding of d.v. required. Knowledge of social service & government benefits systems desired, as well as experience w/individual & systems advocacy. Excellent written & oral communication skills desired. FT w/benefits; may require some weekend and/or evening hours. Send resume & cover letter by August 23rd to:

Have you been thinking about ways to give back to our community? Have you thought about volunteering, but still need the extra income, too?

The VNA is in need of Care Providers to help people in Chittenden County with the tasks most of us take for granted: cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene care, errands and more. With this assistance, our neighbors are able to remain independent, in their own homes, longer.

The VNA offers a very flexible work schedule, shift differentials, reimbursement for mileage and more! A high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, vehicle and the ability to lift 50lbs are all required.

WHBW, P. O. Box 1535 Burlington, VT 05402

Visit us on the web at

www.synergysw.com

For more information, please contact Cathy at 860-4450.

Women Helping Battered Women

EOE, people of color, persons with disabilities, GLBT & survivors of domestic violence are encouraged to apply.

BasicEparts “We’ve got the parts”

• NEW ENTRY LEVEL POSITION

FULL-TIME YEAR-ROUND SCHOOL SECRETARY

Must be professional in attitude, good handwriting, able to work at a computer all day. Clean appearance, office dress code (no jeans)

Williamstown Middle High School Immediate Opening

• $10.00 per hour plus commission • Inbound calls plus outbound to factory buyers.

We have salespeople who’ve been here more than 10 years! We sell electronic parts to factories that need to buy them to build all kinds of things. You’ll have protected accounts. Training and “jump right in.” You must be very outgoing!

Please email your resume to:

“Charles@basicEparts.com” or call 802-425-5800, ext. 100 for an appointment in our Charlotte Office.

This is a career that can provide you with a great living.

www.BasicEparts.com Charlotte, VT 05445

Ice Hockey coacHes essex High school

Assistant Ice Hockey coaches needed for both our girls’ and boys’ teams for the 2006-07 winter season. Each position pays $2,582 for the season. All coaches must be at least 18 years of age or a high school graduate at the commencement of the sport season for which the person has been appointed to coach. A minimum of two years of varsity level playing experience (or equivalent) required within the sporting event the person has been appointed to coach.

Candidates must also meet the certification and training requirements of the VPA, including ASEP (American Sport Education Program) certification, and certifications in both Sports First Aid and Coaching Principles. For additional information and application requirements, please visit our website at:

Duties include: payroll, purchase orders, and athletic scheduling. Candidate will have excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills. Experience working with teens a plus. Minimum degree preferred AA. Send cover letter, resume and three letters of reference to:

Kathleen Morris-Kortz, Principal C/o Orange North Supervisory Union 111B Brush Hill Road Williamstown, VT 05679 EOE

Need to place an ad?

www.ejhs.k12.vt.us (click on Job Opportunities). EOE

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The VEOC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. www.veoc.org

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COOKS SERVERS & BUSSERS NEEDED FULL-TIME & PART-TIME

COOKS, FULL-TIME & PART-TIME Apply in person, end of the King Street ferry dock:

Apply in person at: Shanty on the Shore, 181 Battery Street, Burlington.

1 King St., Burlington, VT 05401

Munson Earth Moving Corp.

Northeastern Family Institute

Cornerstone School Northeastern Family Institute, a private, nonprofit mental health organization, has an opening in their day treatment school in St. Johnsbury. EOE

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Experienced in construction with valid driver’s license.

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Innovative and motivated individual to work in a oneto-one situation with a high school student within a day treatment setting. Associate’s degree required. Please send letter of interest and resume to:

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The Vermont Housing & Conservation Board seeks an Asset Manager to focus on the long term financial health and physical condition of the portfolio of housing developments that have received funding through VHCB. This is a new position that requires an individual with both the ability to assess what needs to be done and the skills to undertake those tasks. Specific tasks include technical assistance, building inspections, review of architectural plans and specifications, cost estimates, operating budgets and capital needs assessments.

Required Qualifications: Must be familiar with capital needs assessments, financial analysis including operating budgets and life cycle costs, building systems and design issues. Must understand budgetary limitations inherent in providing housing for low-income households.

Construction experience is desired. In-state travel required.

Comprehensive benefit package. EOE. To apply, please send cover letter and resumé by August 25th to: Laurie Graves,VHCB, 149 State St., Montpelier,Vermont 05602.

See the job description at www.vhcb.org/employment. htm or call 828-3250 for a copy.

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85 shunpike road, Williston, vt 05495 802-863-6391

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181 Commerce St., Williston, VT 05495.

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Candidates must also have a demonstrated interest and ability to: • Conduct sustainability and vulnerability assessments • Perform geospatial analysis using satellite remote sensing and geographic information systems • Present complex scientific information in compelling written and oral form, and • Create software programs to perform operations that are not directly supported in standard industry software packages.

U.S. citizenship is also required. Security clearances may be needed for some of the duties of this position; therefore, candidate must be willing to submit to government security investigation after employment. ISciences offers a competitive salary, bonus, medical insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and flexible working hours. Interested candidates should email salary history and a resume to:

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DATA ENTRY CLERK: Copley Professional Services Group’s Billing Office has a part-time opening for a data entry clerk. This position requires a high school degree.

The ideal candidate must possess a strong attention to details and be computer proficient. Prior medical billing or medical practice experience is preferred.

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Experienced crew chief needed for talented Highway Department staff. Directs and coordinates maintenance and repair of Town roads and infrastructure. Extensive supervisory experience in road and utility work required.

Technical College and/or Road Scholar training a plus, but not required.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package.

Complete job description and application form may be obtained online at: www.middlebury.govoffice.com or by calling 802-388-8107.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Screening of applications will begin on August 21, 2006.

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employment@sevendaysvt.com | SEVEN DAYS | august 16-23, 2006 | 7D Classifieds 41B

EMPLOYMENT FULL-TIME COUNTER HELP Knife skills a plus.

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After-School ProgrAm SuPerviSor Albert D. Lawton School, Essex Jct., VT Part-time position available after school to assist with and supervise after-school programs/events, assist in securing the building, and ensuring the safety of students during the after-school hours.

Position pays $15.00/hour, for up to 4 hours/day, 150 days/year. Previous school and supervisory experience required. Experience working with middle schoolaged students preferred. For additional information and application requirements, please visit our website at:

www.ejhs.k12.vt.us (click on Job Opportunities). EOE

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Looking for professional staff with 2+ years of experience using AutoCAD and ESRI GIS products with civil and environmental background. Some programming and modeling experience a plus. Familiarity with tax mapping.

Email resume to:

skittredge@q-city.com or fax to: 802-860-1014, ATTN: Shawna

Enterprise Rent-A-Car Openings for PT Drivers and Car Preps throughout Vermont. Flexible schedule.

Contact Andrea at 802-316-0094.

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Is currently seeking the following:

Dishwasher, Bartender Hostess, Cooks & Servers Our increasing sales are expanding your earning potential.

Experienced applicants preferred.

• Flexible hours for scheduling • 401-K • Health & Dental Insurance plan • Vacation and Sick pay

Contact GM Bob Scott for an interview.

Ground Round • 1633 Williston Road S. Burlington • 802-862-1122 • www.nineplatt.com EOE

Picture Framer Large, high-volume Picture Frame shop seeks dedicated, hardworking individual to join our team. Ability to multitask, strong customer service skills, ability to work with your hands, and computer skills a must. Previous framing experience preferred, but will train the right person. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Please drop-off or send resume to:

Creative Habitat at Ben Franklin.

514 Farrell Street (Shelburne Road next to Shaw’s) South Burlington, VT 05401 802-862-0646 www.creativehabitatVT.com

AnticipAted Opening: Orange center School/Washington Village School LibrAriAn/technOLOgy integrAtiOn SpeciALiSt

Positions AvAilAble: Carpenters & Carpenter’s Helpers • Pay determined by skill level • Frame to finish • Experience necessary

Jobsite Maintenance/Gopher

• Deliver materials and equipment • Clean jobsite • Good entry-level position with potential for advancement

Transportation, a good work ethic and common sense required for all positions. Check us out on the web at: www.vermontcontractor.com.

Vermont Tent Company — We’re Much More Than Tents!

New England’s premiere special event company is seeking hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our team.

• Tent Installers • Delivery • Warehouse Labor • Truck Loading Crew — 2nd Shift To schedule an interview call:

Mike Lubas 802-864-1080 or email resume to: jobs@vttent.com Vermont Tent is an EOE.

Call 434-4993 for an application.

Afterschool Staff Member King Street Youth Center seeks a dynamic, responsible, kid-loving team player to join its Afterschool Program this school year, working collaboratively with the Coordinator and staff members at its two locations.

King Street runs two afterschool programs, one on-site at the King Street location and a satellite program at Champlain Elementary School in Burlington. Approximate hours are 2–6 pm, Monday – Friday on regular school days, and potentially some longer days during half-days and school vacations. Must enjoy working with kids ages 5-11, be willing and eager to play with them and to be a leader for them!

Send resume, 3 references and cover letter to:

Carrie Jacques Afterschool Coordinator KSYC PO BOX 1615 Burlington, VT 05402

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Orange Center School and Washington Village School, with a vision of collaboration, seek a 1.0 FTE librarian/ technology integration specialist. The successful candidate will be a highly qualified team player with enthusiasm and passion for pre-K to 8 education.

Send cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, transcripts, and certification documents to: Librarian/Technology Integration Specialist Search C/o Orange North Supervisory Union 111B Brush Hill Road Williamstown, VT 05679

42B | august 16-23, 2006 | SEVEN DAYS | employment@sevendaysvt.com

7D CLASSIFIEDSEMPLOYMENT PIZZA MAKERS/DRIVERS

Must be motivated, responsible, customer friendly and like a fast pace. No experience necessary. If you are right for the job we will gladly train you.

Apply in person at:

19 Park Street, Essex Phone: 878-1111 485 Colchester Ave., Burl.

Phone: 658-3333

T Bones Restaurant and Bar of Colchester is accepting applications for ALL positions, including management.

Apply in person at:

38 Mountain View Drive, Colchester.

802-654-8008

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

HEBREW SCHOOL TEACHERS

GRADES 6-8 MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE TEACHER

Creative, organized and fun-loving teachers with a strong sense of Jewish identity sought to teach at the Ohavi Zedek Hebrew School on Shabbat mornings and/or on Wednesday afternoons, September - May. Please contact Rabbi David Steinberg, Hebrew School Principal at:

associaterabbi@ohavizedek.com phone: 802-864-0218, ext. 25.

Must have at least 2 years clinical experience including:

For more information about the Hebrew School and about the congregation in general, please visit our website at:

www.ohavizedek.com.

Competitive salary and benefits

Todah Rabbah!

OHAVI ZEDEK SYNAGOGUE, WHERE EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Contact Nancy Fitzgerald at: 802-865-3655 email resume to: nancy.fitzgerald@cvurgentcare.com Fax resume to: 802-865-3626

CAREGIVER/LNA Private Duty Seeking experienced, loving caregiver for special, young girl (25 mins. north of Burlington).

Knowledge of g-tube feedings & ADLs a plus.

Must be dependable and have reliable transportation.

15 – 25 hrs./week; 5 – 8 hr. shifts (weekday & some weekend evenings 4:30 – 9:30 p.m., some weekend days 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)

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The Burlington Children’s Space Do you like to sleep late? Do you have experience working with high-energy Preschoolers? This is the job for you!

We are seeking a part-time classroom aide in our Preschool classroom. The hours are 12-5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Come join our talented team of early childhood professionals in a fast-paced, multi-age classroom. This is full-year position with paid vacation time and pro-rated benefits.

Please contact Catherine Jarmofsky at: 802-658-1500, ext. 12 or email resume to: cjarmofsky@burlingtonchildrensspace.org.

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NECI Open House Looking to make some extra money when the kids go back to school? Seeking more challenge in your position?

Attend the NECI Open House at the Main Street Grill in Montpelier! We are hiring for positions at the Main Street Grill and LaBrioche, our café and bakery.

Positions include: servers, hosts, counter help, dishwashers and supervisors.

Three Open House dates: Wed., Aug. 16, Aug. 23 and Aug. 30 from 5-7 pm at the Main Street Grill.

If you can’t attend these open house dates, email your resume to:

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The Washington Village School, is seeking a teacher for grades 6-8 mathematics and science. The successful candidate will be a highly qualified team player with enthusiasm and passion for interdisciplinary team-taught middle level education. Submit cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, transcripts, and certification document to: Jeffrey Lindgren, Principal C/o Orange North Supervisory Union 111 Brush Hill Road Williamstown, VT 05679 Position is open until filled. EOE

Licensed Nursing Assistants Being an LNA with the Visiting Nurse Association means providing personalized, one-on-one care for your whole clients in the comfort of their own homes.

You’ll work in a supportive environment, surrounded by a team of professionals. We currently have per diem, part-time and full-time openings for LNAs to work either within our Hospice and Palliative Care Program or with adults in need of intermittent health care services. Being an LNA with the VNA enables you to have a lifelong impact on those you care for.

For more information, please contact Cathy at 860-4450 or visit us on the web at: www.vna-vermont.org.

Staff Accountant/ Financial Analyst The VNA has a full-time opening assisting with all aspects of general accounting for our busy non-profit, home health care agency. Specific responsibilities include performing a variety of month and year-end journal entry and general ledger balancing & reconciliation tasks, statistical collection, backup for payroll and accounts payable and supporting our CFO with monthly statistical analysis and our yearly budget.

Qualified applicants should have a BA in accounting, finance or other appropriate discipline, with two years of relevant experience. Computer proficiency with a strong emphasis on Excel is required. Please send resume with cover letter referencing this position to:

VNA, Attn: HR, 1110 Prim Road Colchester, Vermont 05446.

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EMPLOYMENT INN AT SHELBURNE FARMS Elegant 19 th-century inn and restaurant looking for:

A.M. DINING ROOM SERVERS A.M. DINING ROOM HOSTS Full-time through October. For interview, contact:

Jeffrey Murray at 985-8498 or email jmurray@shelburnefarms.org

SaleS RepReSentative MyWebGrocer.com is looking to hire a sales person to lead the internal sales efforts for our existing customer base. Knowledge of eCommerce, eMarketing and grocery business preferred but not required. High-energy, highly motivated individuals looking to make an immediate impact on a small company. Salary plus commission. Benefits included. Position based in Colchester, VT.

WE NEED HELP! If you have knowledge of /or experience in:

• Building Materials • Warehousing • Sales • Delivery Vehicle Operation Positions Available NOW! We have positions available in Burlington and Williston. Call 863-3428 or stop by our Pine Street location for an application.

Please contact Curt Alpeter at 802-857-1217 or email resumes to calpeter@mywebgrocer.com.

Legal Secretary/Assistant A great job for an entry-level paralegal or for an experienced legal secretary. Medium-sized Burlington law firm with a friendly and fun work environment is seeking a full-time Legal Secretary/Assistant.

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Work Hard, Help People, Be Appreciated and Rewarded!

The ideal candidate will either have a Vermont paralegal degree or secretarial experience. Excellent computer and organizational skills. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Camera and videotape operator needed for high quality Live News broadcasts. Must be dedicated and reliable. Experience preferred. This is a part-time, early morning shift. Send resume to:

20 year established chiropractic office needs a sharp, self-motivated, detail-orientated, computer literate individual for front office position (PT 25-30hrs). Pay is $10+/hr.

Please send your resume to:

Vicki M. Gilwee, Office Manager, McNeil, Leddy & Sheahan 271 South Union Street, Burlington, VT 05401 or via email to: vgilwee@mcneilvt.com.

No phone calls, please.

jobs@wcax.com or mail to: PRODUCTION, WCAX-TV P.O. Box 4508, Burlington, VT 05406.

Please write and tell us why you should be a part of our team. No calls, please.

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Program Staff We are currently seeking the following applications: • Asst. Pastry Chef • Line Cooks • Prep Cooks • Dishwasher Positions will run until the end of October. Basin Harbor Club is an equal opportunity employer.

Please contact us at: Basin Harbor Club 4800 Basin Harbor Road Vergennes, VT 05491 802-475-7848 employment@basinharbor.com or apply online at www.basinharborjobs.com

The Boys & Girls Club of Burlington is looking for energetic, experienced, creative staff to work in our After School Programs. Help provide social, educational, artistic and recreational activities at each of our three sites. Part-time and full-time positions are open in our H.O. Wheeler K-3 collaboration site. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and be CPR and First Aid Certified. Send resume and 3 letters of recommendation to: The Boys & Girls Club c/o Shannon Dixon 62 Oak Street Burlington, VT 05401 or email: sdixon@bandgclub.org

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AFTER-SCHOOL ASSISTANTS - PART-TIME For YMCA after-school programs around Chittenden County.

15-20 hours/week. Must have experience with school-age children. Y membership and training opportunities.

Call Julie at: 862-9622. EOE

SCHOOL-AGE SITE DIRECTOR Energetic, organized persons to direct YMCA after-school programs around Chittenden County. 24 hrs/week. Bachelor’s in education or related field, experience with school-age children.

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EMPLOYMENT TIMBERLANE PHYSICAL THERAPY is looking for a friendly and caring person who would like to join our team as an administrative assistant and physical therapy aide in a full time capacity. Please fax your resume to:

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