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Facebook employees visited Burlington to explain the site’s News Feed feature to users. Better yet: ﬁnding out how to “mute” your annoying uncle.

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ederal authorities have concluded a years-long probe into Jane O’Meara Sanders’ tenure as president of the now-shuttered Burlington College, a family spokesperson said Tuesday. “Jane Sanders has been informed that the U.S. Attorney in Vermont has closed its investigation of the Burlington College land deal and has decided not to bring charges of any kind,” spokesperson Jeff Weaver said in a written statement.˛In a phone interview, Weaver said the feds had shared the news with O’Meara Sanders’ attorneys in “the last couple of days.”˛ Kraig LaPorte, a spokesperson for U.S. Attorney Christina Nolan, said Tuesday that he could neither corroborate nor refute Weaver’s statement. Authorities have never conﬁrmed the investigation’s existence. ˜ e news lifts a cloud that has hovered over O’Meara Sanders and her husband, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), for nearly three years. It comes as Sen. Sanders contemplates a second run for president.˛ Federal authorities investigated whether Burlington College fraudulently obtained a $6.5 million bank loan in 2010 to purchase a new, $10 million lakeside campus.˛According to former donors, O’Meara Sanders — then the college president — exaggerated the size of pledged donations to secure the loan. ˜ e college closed in 2016, citing the “crushing weight of

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debt” incurred when O’Meara Sanders oversaw the purchase of the 32-acre campus. Eight people associated with the college previously told Seven Days that agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation had interviewed them.˛Former Burlington College president Carol Moore said that FBI agents were particularly curious about O’Meara Sanders’ role in the matter.˛ ˜ e investigation appeared to stem from a January 2016 complaint ﬁled by˛Charlotte attorney and Vermont Republican Party vice chair Brady Toensing. In a statement Tuesday, he called it “a shame” that those affected by the college’s closure “lost so much as a result of Ms. Sanders’s misconduct, but I am pleased that the matter was professionally investigated and assessed.” Weaver responded by noting Toensing’s afﬁliation with President Donald Trump. “Brady Toensing has been involved in a multiyear political smear campaign against Jane Sanders ever since he leveled these unfounded accusations,” Weaver said in the phone interview. “I think everybody knows that he does the president’s bidding. He was the president’s campaign chairman in Vermont during the 2016 election, and I think that tells Vermonters all they need to know about the credibility of his smears.” Read political editor Paul Heintz’s full story at sevendaysvt.com.

n honor of Veterans Day on Sunday, Heady Vermont staffers opened their Burlington ofﬁce — and a sizable stash of cannabis — to those who have served in the military. “We literally can’t smoke all this weed,” said Eli Harrington, cofounder and managing editor of the cannabis news, events and advocacy organization. He expertly rolled a joint at a makeshift bar amid jars of pot and a tin tray of cookies and brownies, each marked with a sticker that indicated they contained THC. All the weed was free, no strings attached. ˜ at made the event legal — and very, very smoky.

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The UVM Medical Center robocalled employees about an explosion and 100 casualties — but forgot to say it was a drill. Whoops.

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Vinnie Mulac, a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam era, sported a Navy trucker cap and a long, thick beard. He said he served active duty for three years, emphasizing that he did not see combat. He’s a grower who’s been on Vermont’s registry since 2006. ˜ ere are a lot of veterans in Vermont’s cannabis community, Harrington said, and they are an important part of advocacy efforts. “You can discount the old hippies and the bros with the ﬂat-brim hats,” Harrington said. But even marijuana skeptics are inclined to hear the vets out. Harrington said he hosted the event to get “people hanging out and talking and using

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post-traumatic stress disorder is a qualifying condition for inclusion on Vermont’s registry. ˜ ough the event was essentially a small group of people smoking pot together and talking over reggae music, it was clearly meaningful for some. Early in the afternoon, a vet handed Harrington a Navy challenge coin. ˜ e coins are often given to recognize service in a speciﬁc unit, role or operation. Giving one to a civilian is a sign of respect. Another vet told Harrington that this was the ﬁrst time he’d looked forward to Veterans Day. ˜ e talk turned to food and then to munchies for the glassy-eyed guests. Harrington led the group to a kitchen, where they dined on leftover pulled pork and macaroni and cheese, served up cold. TAYLOR DOBBS SEVEN DAYS NOVEMBER 14-21, 2018

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I have a large family, and we really like to eat out. I wear hearing aids, and I find the noise level in many of restaurants distracting — sometimes even painful. I have only one thing to add to [“Sound Man,” October 17]. Many hearing aids, for reasons I don’t fully understand, magnify the noise of clanking silverware, scraping chairs, etc., which is the result of restaurant designers’ need to use hard surfaces to create “buzz.” I wish that people who sell hearing aids would pass this message on, as I feel buzz does more harm to the hearing impaired than is justified by any increase in business. I really applaud this article and the gentlemen in it who make the effort to determine sound level and comfort speaking. Those of us who use hearing aids now may be a minority, but our numbers are growing! Louise Muise

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[Re “Uprooted: Burlington Farmers Market Seeks a New Home,” October 31]: I’m not a fan of what Burlington wants to do with City Hall Park — not only because of the number of trees to be cut down, but because the plan will take away many of its green spaces and resting places. I happen to like the park; the Burlington Farmers Market is something my husband and I look forward to every week. We meet friends there, interact with farmers and feel that it contributes to Burlington’s heartbeat. What is being proposed would essentially take that heartbeat away. Many of the new benches along the waterfront — what will be in Burlington City Hall Park — have no backs. For elders and those with disabilities, they are not conducive to sitting. Changing the historic fountain to a splash pad sounds more like an event than an area for reflection In a city well known for its green spaces, there are fewer and fewer of them now. Jennie Kristel

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that we are now left with a somnolent chasm in the middle of our downtown core. Developer Don Sinex should have been recognized for what he is: a snake-oil salesman. The fact that, at this late date, “Sinex has no financing to construct the $222 million project” and that his only partners, Brookfield Asset Management, aren’t saying anything about their plans should be a wake-up call to our starryeyed city officials. But no. Somehow the Build-Baby-Build party line is still: “Push this project back on track” and we haven’t “given up hope.” I am with Redstone’s Erik Hoekstra on this one. Go back to the drawing board; build something smaller, much more Earth-friendly, and more consistent with both the character and the current market of Burlington. We could even go back to the inspired drawings that emerged from the early public “design charette.” And please don’t bother blaming the opponents’ lawsuit for this fiasco. Put the responsibility where it belongs: Mayor Miro Weinberger and the city council majority who failed to recognize the transparently sleazy operator of Devonwood Investors for what he was — and is. Andrew Simon

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[Re “The Whole Tooth? Vermont’s Head Warden Targeted for Covering His Tracks in Bear Case,” November 7]: I’m not sure where to start, but bear with me. The chief game warden shot a bear and was late in turning over the tooth for analysis. He informed his supervisors, publicly apologized to his staff and sent the tooth. After he sent it, he removed his name from a list of the other 100 hunters who had not sent in the required tooth. Was he supposed to leave his name on the list of those who had not done so, thus reporting inaccurate information? The tooth incident is now, according to mostly anonymous critics, a slide into “a culture of corruption.” His critics, most of whose names we do not know, want him punished even before completion of an investigation of this heinous act, although it is officia state policy not to punish those who did not comply because the law is so new. What ever happened to equal treatment under the law? The reaction to this incident is so overblown one has to wonder what the real agenda is. Robert Doane

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I am concerned about the poor leadership at the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department [“The Whole Tooth? Vermont’s Head Warden Targeted for Covering His Tracks in Bear Case,” November 7]. As a Marine, I know that a true leader cares for his troops and insists on integrity and honesty from all the officers and staff NCOs who lead the troops that do the real work! This article about the late bear tooth reveals a lack of leadership. Instead of immediately admitting to this minor oversight, a cover-up was attempted all the way up to the commissioner level. I am a fan of Gov. Phil Scott; however, I voted for his opponent only to ensure a change of leadership at the Fish & Wildlife Department. Now it is up to the governor to review all the issues that have plagued the department over the past years and make the necessary change in leadership. Hale Irwin

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Last week’s story “The Whole Tooth? Vermont’s Head Warden Targeted for Covering His Tracks in Bear Case” inaccurately described the order in which Protect Our Wildlife president Brenna Galdenzi received emails from the Fish & Wildlife Department. Galdenzi received the list with Col. Jason Batchelder’s name fir t — then, after an additional request, she received the second list without his name.

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Technically, winter is still more than a month away. But when it comes to the cold season in Vermont, it’s all downhill from here. Th ’ at’s especially true at Killington Resort, which hosts the AUDI FIS SKI WORLD CUP this month. However, NORDIC SKI AREAS face an uphill climb — thanks, global warming. And two big ﬁrms are changing the climate of the LOCAL SKI INDUSTRY. If that news makes you SAD, check in with the University of Vermont’s Kelly Rohan about treating SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER with cognitive-behavioral therapy. ’ en go hit the ice with the guys at MONDAY NIGHT HOCKEY, or bundle up for the WINTERWONDERGRASS music festival at Stratton Mountain Resort. Craving comfort food? Fill up with three square meals in STOWE VILLAGE, or get a head start on that winter layer with rich recipes from Andrea Chesman’s THE FAT KITCHEN.

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is “a good problem to have, but a real challenge for the Speaker.” Beyond the numerical gains for Dems and Progs, there’s been a subtle leftward shift in the character of the majority caucuses. In the Senate, Democrats scored a net gain of one seat, but two older Dems are on the way out: Sens. CLAIRE AYER (D-Addison) and FRANCIS BROOKS (D-Washington). Their replacements, RUTH HARDY

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and ANDREW PERCHLIK, are younger and bring fresher perspectives. It’s the latest step in “a realignment that’s been going on for the last several years,” said Sen. PHIL BARUTH (D/P-Chittenden). Go back to 2010, and the Senate was dominated by center-leaning Dems such as JOHN CAMPBELL, ROBERT HARTWELL, SUSAN BARTLETT, HINDA MILLER, BILL CARRIS and DON COLLINS. They often acted in cautious cooperation with moderate Republicans, including DIANE SNELLING, VINCE ILLUZZI, BILL DOYLE and thensenator Scott. “The drift is a seat or two each biennium, but it’s a big shift overall,” Baruth concluded. In the House, the Dems’ freshman class of 2016 included several moderate members who didn’t always stick to the party line. “This year’s class swings more to the left than the ’16 class,” said Johnson. Many representatives-elect, she noted, were inspired to enter politics in reaction to DONALD TRUMP’s election as president. In addition to losing 10 of 53 seats, the House Republican caucus faces a leadership transition. Rep. DON TURNER (R-Milton), minority leader for the past six years, is leaving the legislature after an unsuccessful bid for lieutenant governor. Turner is known for his work ethic and ability to keep his members in line. Replacing him will take a team e§ ort, according to Rep. ROB LACLAIR (R-Barre Town). He’s running for assistant Republican leader, while Rep. PATRICIA MCCOY (R-Poultney) is seeking the top job. “We’re looking for more of a shared role — if the caucus votes us in,” LaClair said of McCoy and himself. “No one else is running, as far as I know. We’ve put

out the word that if anyone’s interested, please let us know.” Seems to be a done deal. Turner said he endorses the new team “absolutely.” He’s also got some words of warning for his successors. “It’s going to be very challenging and frustrating to show up,” Turner said. “Members will have to work very hard in their committees to influence legislation.” LaClair has some ideas of his own in the wake of the electoral drubbing of Vermont Republicans not named Phil Scott. “The party has to do a better job of listening to what Vermonters think is important,” LaClair observed. “We’ve thought we could influence public opinion. We’ve got to do a better job of reflecting it.” Which sounds like a move to the center on policy as well as rhetoric. Democratic leaders in both chambers insist they will pursue a collaborative approach with Republican colleagues and the governor. “We didn’t have partisan rancor in the Senate,” said Senate President Pro Tempore TIM ASHE (D/PChittenden), describing his chamber during the 2017-18 biennium. “Almost all the big bills were unanimous or near unanimous. We’re collaborative on every bill.” For Johnson, a supermajority gives her a trump card to match Scott’s veto power. “That changes the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches,” she said — but not necessarily in a confrontational way. “It encourages working things out to begin with.” Which leaves a big question unanswered. How will the governor approach this new reality? Scott has said little since the election. He has yet to hold a press conference, and his only media interview was a brief post-Election Day Q&A on WCAX-TV. His o› ce declined Seven Days’ request for an interview. The governor’s few statements do point, very blandly, in a more collaborative direction. “We have to move together,” he told WCAX. “We face a lot of challenges. I look for opportunities to pull in the same direction.” After two years of frequent vetoes and what she sees as the administration’s failure to engage in the legislative process, Johnson has adopted a wait-and-see attitude. “In June, in the waning days of the special session, the governor and I were talking,” Johnson recalled. “I said we need to sit down before the next session begins and think about how to put the relationship together again. He agreed.” She then pointed to Scott’s inner circle, which lawmakers have characterized as disconnected and overly partisan — often specifying chief of sta§ JASON GIBBS as the source of the problem. “I’ll be watching

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State Rep. CHIP TROIANO (D-Stannard) thought his political career could end this year. The Vietnam War veteran represents a rural district full of gun owners. When he voted in favor of a series of gun restrictions during the 2018 legislative session, he figu ed that the state’s Second Amendment activist groups would come for his hide. He had reason to worry. It was a rare moment of red-hot passion in Vermont politics. On April 11, when Scott signed the gun bills into law in an outdoor ceremony on the Statehouse lawn, he was met by a crowd divided between supporters and orange-vested gun owners. The latter repeatedly interrupted Scott’s remarks with angry, often profane outbursts. Activist groups vowed to wreak electoral vengeance on those responsible, starting with the governor himself. Scott faced protests at many of his public appearances. He considered giving up his beloved auto racing at Barre’s Thunder Road Speedbowl, for fear of triggering a spectacle. (According to his spokesperson, REBECCA KELLEY, Scott did compete in a few races, apparently without incident.) Days after the signing ceremony, the chair of his own Vermont Republican Party, DEB BILLADO, essentially disowned Scott at a pro-gun rally. When a member of the crowd shouted “We’re not supporting Phil Scott!” Billado replied, “It’s everyone’s choice … I don’t pick winners and losers.” Scott’s popularity plummeted in a springtime poll. Activists talked of seeking no-confidence votes at town and county Republican meetings. They recruited candidates to challenge key legislators in the August primary and November election. Troiano faced a return engagement with LAWRENCE HAMEL, a pro-gun Republican who came within 158 votes of ousting him in 2016 and could be expected to do better this year. Pro-gun groups tried to find a highprofile pro-gun challenger to tackle Scott in the August primary but had to settle for little-known Springfield grocer KEITH STERN. A write-in campaign by pro-gun Sen. JOHN RODGERS (D-Essex/Orleans) in the Democratic primary also fizzled. Now, Election Day has come and gone. The great pro-gun backlash of 2018 ended not with a bang, but a whimper. “Look at the results,” said Baruth, who was one of the gun activists’ top targets. “If anything, people were rewarded for taking a stand.” He pointed to easy

victories for many candidates who backed gun restrictions, including Sen. MARK MACDONALD (D-Orange), whose rural district is home to many a gun owner, and Democrat CHERYL HOOKER, who finished a surprising second in the race for three Senate seats in Rutland County, a pro-gun hotbed. “I would have voted for the gun bills,” Hooker said, pronouncing herself a supporter of “reasonable gun measures.” And, of course, Scott himself had no trouble winning a second term. “I didn’t see this big backlash that people have been afraid of,” said CLAI LASHERSOMMERS, executive director of GunSense Vermont, which had lobbied for gun restrictions for years without success because so many lawmakers feared the wrath of pro-gun activists. Troiano approached his campaign as an uphill battle. “I worked hard,” Troiano said. “I thought I needed to get out there. I knocked on 800 doors, did a lot of events, spoke at all the candidates’ forums.” He was surprised at what he found. “The gun issues only came up a few times,” he said. “The hard-core Second Amendment people tried to influenc the vote, but it didn’t carry as much weight as I thought it would. The dust had settled.” Troiano actually doubled his margin of victory compared to 2016. Said Hamel, “Gun people get mad, but they don’t necessarily get out and vote.” Troiano’s view gets support from an unlikely source: CHRIS BRADLEY, president of the Vermont Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, an affiliat of the National Rifle Association. “I would guess that guns played a very small role” in the election results, said Bradley, who was a Republican candidate for state Senate in Washington County. He finished fourth in a race for three seats. “In all the candidates’ forums, the gun issue came up only once,” he said. “Guns were already done. It was a dead issue.” Dust settled. Dead issue. Just like that, the long-feared “third rail of Vermont politics” has suffe ed a complete power failure. m

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Jay Peak and Burke Mountain have been in receivership since 2016, when state and f ederal regulators sued the f ormer owner, Ariel Quiros, and CEO Bill Stenger, accusing them of running a Ponzi-like scheme. The men allegedly defrauded 800 wealthy foreigners, each of whom invested at least $500,000 in projects, including at the two resorts, in hopes of earning U.S. visas. The federal EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program provides green cards in exchange for investments that create jobs. The sale of Burke is on hold because, unlike Jay Peak, it has not yet generated enough jobs to meet federal thresholds to give its investors U.S. residency, Goldberg wrote. He plans to meet EB -5 requirements before selling the resort. Goldberg wrote that he is considering additional construction projects. He did not provide details or a time line, though long-discarded plans for Burke Mountain called for tennis and aquatic centers and a mountain bike facility. Jay Peak and Burke Mountain are entering a market that has been transf ormed by Vail and Alterra since the EB-5 scheme unraveled. In addition to its namesake resort, Vail’s holdings include Breckenridge in Colorado, Whistler Blackcomb outside Vancouver and Park City Mountain Resort in Utah. Alterra’s o° erings include Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in Colorado, Deer Valley Resort in Utah, and Mammoth Mountain Ski Area in California. Each company’s business model revolves around relatively cheap season passes — Vail’s Epic and Alterra’s Ikon — that give consumers nearly unfettered access to all of their respective resorts. Both passes have sold for as low as $899 for the 2018-19 season. To entice East Coast customers, the

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ermont has become the latest hunting ground in a competition between two giant Colorado companies that are buying up ski resorts and upending the industry’s economics. Vail Resorts, a publicly traded company valued at $11 billion, and its privately held rival, Alterra Mountain, have been stockpiling resorts across North America in what seems to be a Cold War-style titfor-tat competition. Their rivalry started out west but expanded into Vermont in 2017. Since then, the companies have staked claim to most of the state’s big resorts — Stowe, Killington, Sugarbush, Okemo and Stratton — through acquisition or partnerships. Industry experts say their duel has created something of a seller’s market for ski mountains, which could be good news for two scandal-tainted Northeast Kingdom resorts, Burke Mountain and Jay Peak. As this year’s ski season approaches, those facilities remain in limbo long after backers had hoped they would make a fresh start. Although the receiver appointed by a federal judge to manage Jay Peak and Burke Mountain said in November 2016 he planned to sell the properties by the following spring, that did not happen. The receiver, Michael Goldberg, recently reported to the judge overseeing the EB-5 investor f raud case that he is actively courting buyers for Jay Peak, although attempts to sell Burke are on indeﬁnite hold. Goldberg did not return messages seeking comment. But in his August letter to the judge, Goldberg said he has contracted with a “preeminent banker who specializes in the sale of ski resorts” and plans to host “numerous potential purchasers” this winter. The goal is to sell Jay Peak by June 2019, he wrote. Despite periods of extreme cold and little snow, Jay Peak ﬁnished the 2017-18 ski season $1.25 million ahead of its revenue forecast and with more cash on hand than after the prior year, Goldberg reported. The situation is not as rosy at Burke Mountain, he wrote. Revenue for the last ski season was less than anticipated, and skier visits were down 6 percent. The ski area hotel that opened to much excitement in 2016 lost money during the 2017-18 skiing season, though bookings were up over this past summer.

Colorado-based companies have begun buying resorts in Vermont. Vail struck the ﬁrst blow, buying Stowe Mountain Resort’s ski operations in February 2017 for $41 million. In April 2017, the conglomerate that would be rebranded as Alterra bought Stratton Mountain Resort in southern Vermont. In February, Alterra announced that Killington Resort and Sugarbush Resort in Warren would both accept the Ikon pass. In June, Vail upped the ante, announcing a deal to buy Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow as part of an $82 million transaction that also included resorts in New Hampshire and Colorado.

Ski areas have offered combination passes with other resorts for years. But the scale of the competition between Alterra and Vail, and their relatively cheap passes, has shaken up the ski industry. A year on their slopes often sells for less than a pass at a single Vermont mountain. Vermont loves small and local. Is skiing an exception? Supporters of the companies say they bring investment dollars and visitors to Vermont and o° er good deals to the state’s die-hard skiers. “Our initial assessment is, it’s a good thing,” Vermont Commerce Secretary Michael Schirling said. “We see it as a funnel for new folks to visit Vermont.” Dave Belin, a ski industry analyst with RRC Associates in Boulder, Colo., said banks are often leery of lending to resorts because the business is seasonal, making it di˛ cult to make big-ticket improvements — new lifts or trails, for example — that

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help resorts prosper and And smaller mountains haven’t sat out the grow. But the big companies pass wars. Bolton Valley can fund improvements. Resort and Magic MounAlterra has promised to tain in Londonderry are spend $555 million over five part of a 19-mountain Freedom years at its North American properties, Pass, oŽering access to smaller, “soulincluding $10 million for new lifts and filled” mountains across the country. other upgrades at Stratton. Vail said it Mount Snow, the West Dover resort would spend $35 million over two years owned by Missouri-based Peak Resorts, at the four recently acquired resorts, sells a Peak Pass that includes six other including Okemo. Northeast mountains. “Large companies bring capital Jay and Burke are not part of a pass dollars to the table,” Belin said. “There alliance, though they do oŽer a joint pass, are ski areas in Vermont that could use which sold for $799 last spring and now some freshening up, and it’s hard to get costs $1,259. capital in the ski industry.” With Vail and Alterra slugging it The companies, meanwhile, benefit out, an obvious question is being batted from enormous economies of scale and around the local ski industry: Could one a broader customer base that, they hope, or both companies be suitors for Jay Peak spreads out over so many mountains that and Burke Mountain? none becomes overcrowded. “I don’t see why they wouldn’t be Stratton president Bill Nupp said a great addition to those portfolios — some of his guests bought Ikon passes particularly Jay,” said Adam White, last spring to squeeze in communications director some late-season skiing at at the trade association Ski Vermont. bigger mountains in California. He is hoping skiers In his court filings, out west will make similar receiver Goldberg said he plans to travel east. “believes there is signifi“We expect the Ikon cant interest” in Jay Peak pass will introduce a new among prospective buyers, audience to Stratton and though he did not name Vermont,” he said. them. No one expects There are, however, Alterra or Vail to stop concerns that while the buying resorts. Epic and Ikon passes may “The trend is, the people J IM O’REILLY help resorts lure more buying ski resorts are existing skiers, they do people who already own little to address the longest-running ski resorts,” Belin said. “There are not concern in the ski industry: enticing new a lot of buyers who don’t already have people to take up the pricey sport. experience.” Jim O’Reilly, president of the Burke The growing presence of Alterra and Vail could also make life more di‚ cult Area Chamber of Commerce, said most for midsize and smaller mountains — the area residents just want an owner who bargain places where new skiers often can put the local resort on stronger finanget their start. cial footing. Lindsay DesLauriers, whose family “We’re pretty organic up here — owns Bolton Valley Resort, said they going big corporate doesn’t seem to fit,” believe it can survive by catering to fami- O’Reilly said. “But at the end of the day, lies and locals, as it always has. we need someone to buy it who can move “We feel like Bolton Valley is the it forward. It’s been many years that we authentic Vermont experience,” DesLau- keep saying, ‘Burke is finally going to take riers said. “They say wine has terroir. I oŽ,’ and it just hasn’t. So it might need feel like Bolton Valley, we’re like the that kind of [corporate] blood to move terroir of Vermont. There’s always going forward.” to be a place for a family-owned, local, authentic experience.” Contact: mark@sevendaysvt.com

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Snow Go: Short Winters, Warm Temperatures Complicate Things for Vermont’s Nordic Ski Areas

he rental ski boots are still lined up neatly on a shelf, next to a clutter of skis. But after 17 years in operation, the cross-country ski center at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks in Montpelier won’t open this winter. It’s not for lack of customers. Plenty of skiers want to glide along the center’s 14-kilometer groomed Nordic ski trail through woods, up hills and over f lat pasture. The problem is climatic, and proprietor Burr Morse attributes it to global warming. “We get a week or two of groomable snow, and then it goes away,” he explained. “And these days, the January thaw seems to last two or three weeks.” Such unfavorable conditions weren’t always the case, according to Morse, who is 70. When he was growing up on the farm, there was so much natural snow that the adults had to shovel the barn roof several times each winter so the structure wouldn’t collapse. Abundant natural drifts covered a small hill where the family rigged up a rope tow for downhill skiing in the 1960s. Workers donned snowshoes in winter to maintain the taps on the maples. Now the barn roof rarely needs to be shoveled. The rope tow is long gone. And snowshoes aren’t a necessity in the sugarbush — the drifts don’t get very deep, Morse said. “I think we’ve kind of transitioned from a snow belt to an ice belt,” he said. Vermont has more than 30 Nordic ski areas. Increasingly, they face a tough weather challenge, especially when situated at lower elevations, as Morse is. Located three miles north of downtown Montpelier, the property sits at about 1,200 feet. Higher elevations benefit Nordic areas such as the Trapp Family Lodge ski center in Stowe and the Rikert Nordic Center, Middlebury College’s touring center in Ripton. But those two areas and a few others, such as the Craftsbury Outdoor Center, have a more targeted tool: artificial snowmaking — something the low-budget Morse center can’t affo d. To make snow on a one-kilometer loop would cost $70,000 to $100,000, explained Chip Stone, one of the center’s founders, as he stood next to an idle snow groomer last week. “This is an operation where we

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have an end-of-the-year celebration if we break even.” Soon snowmaking could be just as essential to Vermont’s Nordic ski centers as it is to the state’s downhill areas, according to Adam White, director of communications at Ski Vermont, a trade association that represents 50 alpine and Nordic areas in the state. Even some small areas are making the investment, he noted. Huntington’s f amily-run Sleepy Hollow Inn, Ski and Bike Center installed snowmaking in 2012 and recently added capacity for a total investment of about $140,000. Skier visits have since increased from 5,200 to 6,200 annually. This year,

the snow guns guarantee at least two kilometers will be snow-covered, said general manager Eli Enman. That’s in contrast to its neighbor a few miles up the road. “We have never thought that it would pay to invest in snowmaking,” said Dave Brautigam, president of the Camel’s Hump Nordic Ski Area. The nonprofit attracts about 100 season pass holders each winter and is mostly a labor of love. Brautigam and his wife, Myra Handy, carved out the fir t trails on her parents’ hill farm in the late 1970s. The network gradually expanded to property inside Camel’s Hump State Park. Today, volunteers help maintain 65

kilometers of groomed and backcountry terrain that stretches from about 1,400 feet, where the snow is patchy, to 2,200 feet, where the drifts are often a few feet deep. What lures skiers back year after year? New trails at higher elevations. “That’s our way of surviving,” Brautigam said. The Craftsbury Outdoor Center, which started making the white stuff in 2011, is experimenting with another strategy: snow storage — stockpiling large mounds of snow and attempting to preserve it over the summer. At the end of last winter, workers piled two garage-size mounds of natural and artificial snow and covered them with a thick layer of wood chips. A University of Vermont team, including geology prof essor Paul Bierman, studied the piles — one in shady woods and one in a higher-elevation meadow — to see how wind and sun affected the melt rate. A small load of snow was removed for a sledding party at the Craftsbury Fourth of July celebration. Otherwise, the snow was left to do its thing. By September, both piles were mostly puddles under the wood chips — but the one in the woods lasted longer. This winter, Craf tsbury Outdoor Center hopes to build a pile 35 times larger in the woodsy spot in an effort to use the summer storage technique for real. Bierman believes the method could hold promise for the region. “If we can test it here and make it work, it may be a way for other Nordic centers to buffer the impact of climate change,” he said. Vermont didn’t invent snow storage, but the practice could work here to help some small ski areas, said John Morton, a Thetford-based Nordic trail designer and former Nordic coach at Dartmouth College. He believes global warming is “absolutely” having an impact on the snowpack and the sport, adding that it takes just a few degrees to mess up Mother Nature’s snowmaking potential. “These storms that used to dump two feet or three feet of snow on the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire are now starting as rain, then maybe dumping six inches of wet, heavy snow and then ending up with another couple hours of rain,” Morton said. “That makes a huge diffe ence to the quality of the Nordic skiing in this part of the country.”

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At the 500-acre Catamount Outdoor gray November day that spit drops of Family Center in Williston, opera- rain — not snow — over the woods and tions manager Tag Carpenter knows farm fields. that all too well. Natural snow cover When friends and neighbors on the center’s 35 kilometers of trails suggested establishing a ski trail network has diminished significantly over the back in 2001, it seemed like a good idea. last few decades, said Carpenter. He So Morse joined four partners to invest in believes it’s too warm at the property trail making and equipment. The center to make snow. hosted high school races and served “You need sustained cocoa at tables in the retail store. temperatures below Now Morse is ready freezing, and that doesn’t to pass the baton. And happen at 800 feet, at least one person is where we happen to be extending a hand. located,” he said. The owner of Cabot Instead, the Smith Farm 20 miles outdoor center has to the north says he’s diversified, with fat“80 percent” sure he tire biking in the winter wants to buy Morse’s and a full roster of yeartrail groomer and ski equipround activities, from foot ment to start his own Nordic races to cyclo-cross competitions. Later center. Richard Hourihan purchased this year, the Town of Williston will the 265-acre property in Cabot 18 years purchase the property from longtime ago and sells strawberries in summer, owners Jim and Lucy McCullough in a squash in fall and Christmas trees $1.2 million conservation deal funded during the holidays. Then there’s a lull by town, state, federal and private until spring. “We do nothing. So we’re money. The center will gonna do that,” Hourihan said. “We’re going to have continue to operate as it has, and there is no expeccross-country skiing and tation that Nordic skiing possibly fat-tire biking.’’ will be much of a revenue T h e p ro p e r t y s i t s booster going forward, on a ridge overlooking Carpenter said. “From a Cabot village with views mental standpoint and of Mount Mansfield in a budgetary standpoint, the distance. Old stone we’re kind of poised to say, walls border the fields. ‘Let’s expect a very limited Last Thursday afternoon, winter season, and if we farmworkers spread straw BU RR MORSE get more than that, it’s a over rows of strawberry bonus,’” he said. plants, and Hourihan took Vermont’s winters are growing Christmas tree orders over the phone. shorter, according to the Vermont The bottom of the farm sits at 1,400 Climate Assessment, a 2014 UVM feet, and the highest point reaches 2,200 study. Since 1960, the state’s aver- feet. One hundred inches of snow fell last age temperature has increased by 1.3 year — twice what Morse got, according degrees Fahrenheit, the study shows. to Hourihan. The drifts lasted well into The state’s freeze-thaw cycle is also April. “The stuł doesn’t go anywhere. It changing, with the first freeze arriving just stays,” said Hourihan. later in the fall and the first thaw earlier He’s drafted a letter to Morse’s in the spring. Over the past 40 years, customers pitching the idea of a Nordic the freeze period declined by 3.9 days center on his farm. Based in part on per decade, according to the study. That their feedback, Hourihan says he will trend is expected to continue. decide in the next few weeks whether Most scientists worldwide believe to proceed. If he does, he would open humans are causing global warming. this winter and gradually build the While the rate of change is debated, operation. some observers say there’s no denying “I don’t expect to be Trapps or Craftsthe shrinking piles of snow. bury or Bolton,” he said. “If I had 10 Morse is among them. The cross- people a day, I’d be happy. I’d be ecstatic.” country operation was conceived as He insists Mother Nature won’t need a sideline to his thriving maple syrup any help on his property. operation, which ships all over the “It will start any time now,” Hourihan country and attracts busloads of tour- said. “It will start snowing.” ists. Last Thursday, visitors bought maple candy and bottles of syrup on a Contact: molly@sevendaysvt.com

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‘blue wave’ is able to bring a check to Washington without taking out moderates in Vermont.” Some centrists survived. In the House, several middle-of-the-road Republicans won reelection, including Reps. Scott Beck (R-St. Johnsbury) and Heidi Scheuermann (R-Stowe). A six-term incumbent who nearly ran for governor in 2014, Scheuermann eked out a win in a hotly contested race against Democrat Marina Meerburg, who was endorsed at a Stowe rally by U.S.

to become Scott’s finance commissioner. Independent Oliver Olsen resigned his seat in 2017. “There is no question that the House has fewer moderate Republicans than it did a few years ago,” said Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe (D/P-Chittenden). “I do think that we’re seeing some of the national polarization playing out here,” he added. Wright, who also serves as president of the Burlington City Council, represents

Vermont State Employees’ Association. “There was a huge surge of new voters,” Wright said. New North End resident Eric Derry was dismayed by the outcome. The 43-year-old Burlington lawyer usually votes for Democrats — and Wright. “I’m totally appalled with the Republican Party at the national level, but I think it’s a really big mistake, especially at the local level, to throw the baby out with the bathwater,” Derry said. “If we eliminate everything from the middle,

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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.). Five of seven independents won reelection, as did a handful of Blue Dog Democrats, including Keefe’s seatmate, Rep. Cynthia Browning (D-Arlington), and Rep. Linda Joy Sullivan (D-Dorset). The Senate will remain dominated by Democrats, but party affiliatio tends to matter less in the upper chamber, where individual senators hold more power relative to party leaders. At the statewide level, Gov. Phil Scott’s reelection shows that centrists still have appeal. He beat Democrat Christine Hallquist by a commanding 15 percentage points. But the string of House losses is significant because it extends a steady exodus of moderates that has claimed some of the right’s most effecti e legislators. Komline opted not to run in 2016. Republican Carolyn Branagan moved from the House to the Senate in 2016, then decided not to seek reelection. Independent Adam Greshin left in 2017

the suburban New North End. Though it has traditionally been the most conservative section of the city, it has grown increasingly liberal as more young families have bought homes there. “The people who know me know I’m not a hard-core party guy,” Wright said. He noted that he voted for same-sex marriage in 2009 and, more recently, worked with Democrats to try to reform the property tax system. But now, fewer voters know him, Wright said, and even some of those who do have a harder time accepting his party affiliatio “I really worked to convince people who would say, ‘Kurt, I voted f or you before, but I just don’t want to vote for any Republicans because of Donald Trump,’” Wright said. During the 2014 midterms, Wright finished first in his district with about 1,600 votes. This year he earned 235 more votes than that but finished third to Rep. Carol Ode (D-Burlington) and Democrat Bob Hooper, a former president of the

what are we left with? We’re left with the extremes of the political spectrum.” Wright shares the concern. “It’s not like you’re eliminating a fi e-breathing, right-wing Republican,” he said. “I think that the middle has been squeezed out.” Wright and Baser, who both served on the influential Ways and Means Committee, got along well with their Democratic colleagues. Ashe described the two legislators as “Republicans who f requently crossed the aisle to either work with Democratic colleagues or to vote their conscience over their party.” Baser, who voted for paid family leave this biennium but against a $15 minimum wage, was up-f ront on the campaign trail about his displeasure with Trump. That wasn’t enough to persuade voters, however. The two-term incumbent and founder of Bristol Financial Services lost in a close race to Caleb Elder, a Starksboro Democrat who works in the solar industry, and Mari Cordes, a Lincoln

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or 16 years, Rep. Kurt Wright (R-Burlington) was a rarity. The af f able moderate maintained support in his deep-blue city — something no other Republican has been able to do — by working across the aisle in the Vermont House and, at key moments, breaking with his party. Last week, Wright’s winning formula failed him. Despite campaigning doggedly and winning an endorsement from Mayor Miro Weinberger, a Democrat and former opponent, Wright succumbed to the so-called blue wave of Democratic voters. Next year, Republicans will hold only 43 of 150 House seats, down from 53. Like Wright, Reps. Fred Baser (R-Bristol) and Brian Keefe (R-Manchester) are moderate Republicans by national and Vermont standards. They, too, lost to Democrats on November 6, as did Rep. Ed Read (I-Fayston), another centrist. It makes sense that moderate Republicans and independents would be most vulnerable to a Democratic insurgency; they’re more likely than conservative lawmakers to represent swing districts. As Read put it, they are “low-hanging fruit.” But for these legislators and their allies, the painful irony is that in Vermont’s legislative elections, animus toward President Donald Trump seems to have toppled those who least resemble him in political style and temperament. “Those people were open to working with the other side and coming up with compromises,” said Statehouse lobbyist Patti Komline, a former House Republican leader and a centrist herself. Moderate is a subjective term, but if it’s defined as someone who has crossed party lines on significant issues, the defeated representatives fit the bill. For instance, all four joined Democrats to pass sweeping gun-control measures last session. Baser, Keefe and Wright were three of only six Republicans who did so. Rep. Laura Sibilia (I-Dover), who was reelected last week, warned against a purge of fellow moderates in an op-ed she wrote before the election. “If you are currently being represented by a centrist independent, a moderate Republican or Democrat, think long and hard before opting to punish our president by punishing those who commit to bipartisanship … and political courage in Vermont,” she wrote. “Hopefully the

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Democrat/Progressive and Sanders ally. Keefe and Read were newer arrivals who served on less powerful committees, but they still earned bipartisan respect during their short time in the Statehouse. Elected in 2016, Keefe had ﬁrsthand experience in evolving party politics: He worked for U.S. senator Jim Je—ords when the Yankee Republican renounced his party, became an independent and

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threw control of the Senate to Democrats. Kathleen James, a Manchester nonproﬁt manager, and Browning, executive director of the Batten Kill Watershed Alliance — both Democrats — beat Keefe in a three-way race for two seats. He believes his party a„ liation is to blame. “I think there are lot of voters in Vermont and in this district that will just not support any Republican because of the political climate in Washington,

D.C.,” Keefe said. “I also think there was a great deal of e—ort on the side of the Democratic Party and its allied organizations to take advantage of that.” Read, whom Scott appointed to replace Greshin, adhered to his independent label during his only year in o„ ce. The CEO of Mad River Property Management voted against raising the minimum wage but for paid family leave. During the budget stando—between Scott and the Democratled legislature, Read sided with the latter, voting to override the governor’s veto. On November 6, Rep. Maxine Grad (D-Moretown) was the top vote-getter in the Mad River Valley district. Kari Dolan, a Waitsﬁeld Democrat who works for the Department of Environmental Conservation, claimed the other seat, winning 650 more votes than Read. Though he’s not a Republican, Read also believes a Trump backlash contributed to his defeat. “I can’t stand Trump either, but I don’t have a D after my name,” Read said. Another factor may have hurt him as well: Two gun-rights proponents who were also on the ballot collectively claimed more than 900 votes. Democrats, meanwhile, seemed disinclined to reward Read for supporting the controversial gun reforms. “Of course, the Democrats conveniently forget about that,” he said. “Let’s face it. [Voters] just traded in a bunch of moderates for people farther to the left,” Read said. “They just made the divide in Montpelier that much more acute.” Colleagues lament the change. “I have grave concerns that we’ve lost these excellent legislators,” said Rep. Sullivan, the Dorset Democrat. “I have grave concerns that the dialogue is not going to be the same … if the dialogue even exists.” “It means that we have to work a bit harder to make sure we’re properly vetting everything,” Ashe said. Lawmakers, he suggested, will need to analyze policy proposals “through the perspective of people who aren’t there anymore.”

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U.S. Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) shed no tears when President Donald Trump announced attorney general Jeff Sessions’ departure on November 7. “Good riddance!” Welch said. “This guy is the worst attorney general in my lifetime. I mean, he’s the enforcer of family separation, condones voter suppression, the Muslim ban. This guys absolutely awful.” But Welch, who won his seventh term in Congress the day before, does have one fear: “President Trump is pretty good at finding bad people, and he might replace [Sessions] with somebody that’s worse.” For now, Sessions’ chief of staff, Matthew Whitaker, is serving as acting attorney general. He will oversee Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election and allegations of obstruction of justice by the president and his associates. That has elch and Sen. Patrick Leahy (DVt.) worried, because Whitaker has supported defunding the investigation and limiting its scope. Both men said last week that Whitaker should steer clear of the Mueller probe. “I am strongly in favor of him recusing himself,” Welch said. “It would be a way of him providing more reassurance that they’re not going to mess with Mueller.” With that in mind, hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Burlington last Thursday evening to protest Sessions’ firing, one of 11 “Nobody Is Above the Law” protests across Vermont. Protesters chanted, “Two, four, six, eight, we want Mueller to investigate” and “Let Bob do his job” as they marched a winding route through downtown Burlington. Police escorted the protest, which blocked rush-hour traffic. Some dri ers honked in support of the demonstrators as they passed. As the hundreds of sign-waving protesters massed outside Burlington City Hall, staffers for Welch, Leahy and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) all read statements from their respective bosses.

Sanders staffer Jessica Early delivered the senator’s statement, which called on Congress to act immediately to protect the Mueller investigation. “The American people must be absolutely confident that the president is putting their needs first,” Early read, drawing some chuckles from the crowd. She continued: “It’s a disgrace that that isn’t the case.” Former Vermont governor Madeleine Kunin thanked the demonstrators for showing up. “We are propelled by the desire to save our democracy,” she said. Kunin said the explanation for Sessions’ firing was simple. “He said no to the president who wants his minions to answer yes,” she said, referring to Sessions’ decision to recuse himself from the Russia investigation.

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Vermonters Turn Out in Record Numbers for a Midterm Election Vermont voters turned out last week in record numbers for a midterm election. According to data from the Secretary of State’s Office, 278,230 ermonters cast ballots, roughly 57 percent of registered voters in the state. Before that Tuesday, the record high for a Vermont midterm came in 2006, when 262,568 people — 60.56 percent of registered voters at the time — cast ballots in the final midterms of president George W. Bush’s tenure. Secretary of State Jim Condos, who oversees Vermont’s elections, confirmed that 2018 set a record for the most ballots cast in a midterm. But he said the election didn’t set a record in terms of turnout percentage because the number of registered voters in Vermont is steadily rising. “The biggest factor is that we’ e removed a lot of the obstructions or barriers that were in place that may have potentially restricted people from registering,” Condos said. “For instance, we have online voter registration now, which makes it much easier for people to register.”

Vermont established automatic voter registration two years ago, Condos said, which has also been a major factor in the growing registration numbers. Under that policy, known as the “motor voter” law, Vermonters are automatically registered to vote — unless they opt out — when applying for a driver’s license at the Department of Motor Vehicles. Condos said those policies made a clear difference this year: Between January 1 and October 30, more than 9,000 voters registered online and about 17,000 more were automatically registered through the DMV. Before the polls opened, there were 485,587 registered voters in Vermont. Another policy, same-day voter registration, allowed nearly 4,500 more Vermonters to register and vote by the end of the day. Turnout is historically lower in midterm elections than in presidential years. The all-time voter turnout record in Vermont was set in 2008, when 326,822 people — 72 percent of registered voters — cast ballots in the election that propelled Barack Obama to the presidency.

If he were not willing to serve, Republican Gov. Phil Scott would appoint someone to the seat. Now, that won’t happen. Thats a double blow for Hal Colston. He’s the Winooski Democrat who decided to wage a write-in campaign for Bissonnette’s seat. Colston, who ran a successful write-in campaign to get on the Winooski City Council in March, didn’t manage a repeat this week. The write-in otes totaled 939, while Bissonnette collected 1,184 votes and incumCOURTESY OF CLEM BISSONNETTE

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He Couldn’t Lose: Bissonnette to Represent Winooski in Vermont House Most politicians try to win elections. Clem Bissonnette tried not to. But on November 6, he won an eighth term in the Vermont House anyway. By the following afternoon, he decided to embrace the victory after all. Bissonnette announced that he will keep the seat, changing his plan to move out of Winooski this year and retire. “I told people not to vote for me,” 73-yearold Bissonnette explained to Seven Days. “Seeing I still got elected, it seems to me that the people want me to go back to Montpelier.” The Democratic lawmaker won a prima y in August. But the next month, he announced his intention to retire to the Northeast Kingdom, where he and his wife, Sharon, had purchased a home. He resigned from the House. He told voters he didn’t really want to be on the ballot — but it was too late to remove his name.

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bent Rep. Diana González (P/D-Winooski) received 1,824 votes. That ta ly gave González and Bissonnette return tickets to Montpelier — even though political observers assumed Bissonnette would decline the trip. Colston said on November 7 that he had hoped, if he failed at the polls, to be considered for an appointment to the seat. Now that’s not an option. But Colston still wants to go to Montpelier. “I’m interested in serving, and I’ll be running in the next election, on the ballot,” Colston said. The change of hea t for Bissonnette came as the results filtered in on election night. “I did not campaign,” he said. “I did not spend a cent on the election. The people sti l elected me.”

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A court-appointed receiver has assumed control of three residential facilities that serve the elderly in Chittenden and Franklin counties after food shortages and financial problems caused concerns about residents’ health and safety, state officials announced last Friday. Vermont Attorney General T.J. Donovan said Allenwood at Pillsbury Manor and Pillsbury Manor South, both in South Burlington, and Homestead at Pillsbury in St. Albans were in control of a receiver tasked with stabilizing the homes’ finances and keeping them open. “When you talk about running out of food, that’s when you gotta step in and protect people,” Donovan said. “And that’s what we did.” Assistant Attorney General Bessie Weiss said the homes’ owner, East Lake Capital Management, based in Dallas, Texas, stopped cashing rent checks from residents early in 2018. “We’ve received complaints not only from staff, from residents, but also family members concerning the three residential care homes,” Donovan said, outlining the complaints about financial problems. Those led to more critica issues at the homes, he said. “Perhaps most concerning to me and to all of us was food insecurity,” Donovan said. “In fact, the State of Vermont, through the Agency of Human Services, had to front the money this week in order to pay the food vendor to have food delivered today for these facilities. I believe the State of Vermont paid over $17,000.” Officials said about 100 total residents live in the three facilities. State officials thanked the sta f at all three homes for doing their best to insulate residents from any negative effects of the apparent mismanagement by East Lake Capital Management. “They’ e gone above and beyond in making sure that these residents are cared for and fed,” Donovan said. “Some of the staff have taken it upon themselves to go out to Costco to buy food and eggs to make sure that the residents have food.” It’s clear that people who live in the facilities have been anxious, though. One elderly resident who has macular degeneration wrote to Donovan’s office. “Many residents

here are very stressed at the unknown we face,” the resident wrote in neat Palmer Method cursive. “Rumor has it that you and your staff are checking out what is ‘going on’ here and I pray the rumor is true. How wonderful it would be if you or someone were able to come here and speak to us and possibly to ease our concerns.” Donovan said state officials spent last Thursday visiting the facilities and meeting with residents and staff. More meetings were planned for the following day. Monica Hutt, the commissioner of the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living, said East Lake Capital Management’s owner, Andrew White, has not given a good explanation of what went wrong. “What I can tell you is that the explanations that he offered were not adequate to meet our concerns,” Hutt said. East Lake Capital Management bought the three homes in May 2017, and complaints

filed with the attorney general say problems started almost immediately. In an October complaint, the son-in-law of a 90-year-old resident at Allenwood outlined a meeting White attended in June at the facility. According to the complaint, White told residents and family members that his company was changing banks from Wells Fargo to “another unnamed bank,” but that the transfer was taking longer than expected. “He assured everyone not to worry, that there was plenty of money to pay the bills,” the complaint said. “The compan , he said, was financia ly sound.” The complaint said White promised to have the issues resolved by the end of August. By October, the complaint said, some vendors had stopped serving the homes. Another complaint came from a resident’s family member in September. “We have not paid a bill since March,” the complaint said. “We are told that they are working on the problem, but can’t tell us when it will be resolved. I am concerned that the facility may be closing. The [corporation] that owns it is doing a poor

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job of communicating with us. Since the ownership changed … things have gone downhill.” Seven Days tried a phone number listed for East Lake Capital Management. After one ring, a recording announced that the reporter was “not authorized” to call the number. The cou t-appointed receiver, Douglas Wolinsky of the law firm Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer, has temporary control over all three residential facilities. Donovan said a court hearing scheduled for Wednesday, November 14, will determine whether the homes are permanently removed from East Lake Capital Management’s control. The state wants olinsky to oversee the facilities on a long-term basis until problems are resolved. According to Donovan, East Lake Capital Management owns similar facilities in North Carolina, Texas, Indiana and Tennessee. He said there are similar legal proceedings against the company in Texas and Tennessee. Officials would ’t say whether there is a criminal investigation.

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Welch Won’t Commit to Backing Pelosi for U.S. House Speaker Vermont’s sole delegate to the U.S. House says he hasn’t decided who should serve as its next speaker. In an interview on November 7, U.S. Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) would not say whether Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) should reclaim the speaker’s gavel. Welch said he had not committed, publicly or privately, to back Pelosi or any potential challenger. “At this point, what I want is to make certain we get some reforms [to the legislative process] that’ll apply whoever is speaker,” he said.

Pelosi, the only declared candidate, served as speaker during Welch’s first two terms in office, from 2007 through 2010. Now that Democrats are poised to control the House for the first time in eight ears, she is hoping to return to the post. Though no cha lengers have yet emerged, roughly 20 Democrats — including at least eight newly elected reps — have indicated they would oppose Pelosi. The Democratic caucus is scheduled to take a secret vote the week after Thanksgiving on whom to nominate for speaker, and the full House will formally elect a speaker by majority vote in January. Though elch has previously backed Pelosi, he has said for months that, at this point, he is committed to changes in legislative processes, not to a particular candidate. “The question I’ e been asking is not who is our leader but how we’re led,” he said. “The big problem we have in Congress — and it’s on both sides — is that too much power has landed in the speaker’s office. e’ve gotta decentralize that power and have committees take much more responsibility if we’re going to start getting constructive legislation passed.” Under outgoing House Speaker Paul Ryan’s (D-Wis.) leadership, Welch noted, Democratic legislators had few opportunities to offer amendments to legislation. Some high-profile bi ls, including successful tax legislation and an unsuccessful attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act, were written in secret, not in committee. “That stu f’s gotta end. It’s destroying the effectiveness of Congress,” Welch said. “Thats much more important than who leads us, and many of us have been saying that to Pelosi.” Disclosure: Paul Heintz worked as Peter Welch’s communications director from November 2008 to March 2011.

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1944-2018, CABOT In memory of Susan Sherman Remington, who passed peacefully at her home in Cabot, Vt., on November 6, 2018.‰She was a mother to three, a mentor to many and a generous friend to all.‰ Suzy was born in Auburn, N.Y., on May 29, 1944. Growing up in upstate New York and then Florida, Suzy was an honor student, a National Girl Scout and a musician. She was an artist, educator and dedicated mother.

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She had a lifelong love for learning and achieved her master’s degree from Goddard College. She was always a tireless advocate for children, animals and the underdog. She was involved in children’s art and education for more than 40 years, both here and in the Virgin Islands. Her early years as a Girl Scout sparked her love for living close to the land. Œ at eventually led her to Vermont in the 1960s and to a rural lifestyle with an emphasis on living in harmony with Mother Nature.‰Suzy’ s greatest gift was recognizing good in others and encouraging their light to shine. She loved traveling and was a gypsy at heart.‰ She leaves behind four younger siblings: Miranda, Lucinda, Sara and Russell; three children, Aubrey, Torey and Lucy; four grandchildren,

Isaiah, Liliana, Tyree and Zion; and many, many friends who loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Montpelier on‰No vember 17,‰noon to‰2 p.m.‰Œ e church service will be followed by a gathering at her house in Cabot. Suzy’s warmth, love and acceptance will be missed by us all.

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even Days writers can’t possibly read, much less review, all the books that arrive in a steady stream by post, email and, in one memorable case, a parliament of great horned owls. So this monthly feature is our way of introducing you to a handful of books by Vermont authors. To do that, we contextualize each book just a little and quote a single representative sentence from, yes, page 32. Inclusion here implies neither approval nor derision on our part, but simply: Here are a bunch of books, arranged alphabetically by authors’ names, that Seven Days readers might like to know about.

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Let’s Go! Benjamin Orr and the Cars Joe Milliken, Rowman & Littleﬁeld Publishers, 248 pages. $34.

Unschooling in Paradise

Kathleen Kesson, Innerworld Publications, 214 pages. $16.

Mars Poetica Wyn Cooper, White Pine Press, 102 pages. $16.

as it lifts us o˜ this earth we bet would never raise us, gravity a collar we were sure would keep us down. This excerpt from WYN COOPER’s poem “Hurricane” is a haunting reminder of the unsettling nature of a changing natural world. Throughout his f if th and latest book of poems, Mars Poetica, Cooper of f ers somewhat surreal glimpses of the outer world to illuminate cracks in our inner ones. In “Plaza de Toros,” a bull’s proud disdain fuels a bullﬁghter’s fear. In the titular poem, we are astronauts looking at Earth from Mars and being asked what we miss, an entry into “how words mean things / we didn’t know we knew.” Cooper’s poems range in length from six short lines to single paragraphs and use an economy of words and various poetic forms to explore everything from love and loss to the vagaries of memory and time. This skilled poet is a former editor of Quarterly West and the recipient of a fellowship from the Ucross Foundation. E.M.S.

Peter Rabbit was renown [sic] in the Huerfano for his poetry and his temper and his homebrewed Cottontail Ale (with the hip hops), a potent hallucinogenic brew that contained an ounce of strong marijuana bud leaf in each case of quart bottles. In this passage, Barre author KATHLEEN KESSON describes one of the memorable characters she encountered during her years of rural homesteading in the Southwest in the 1970s and ’80s. These days, Kesson is an academic who has held leadership posts in the education departments of Goddard College and the University of Vermont. Her book o˜ ers a primer on “unschooling,” the unstructured-homeschooling trend with which many Vermonters are no doubt f amiliar. But those who dread preaching or academese need not f ear, because the book doubles as a vivid, absorbing memoir o f the author’s own experiences unschooling her four sons. Writing in a frank, funny and self-deprecating style, Kesson fully acknowledges “just how hard it is to ‘unhook’ from the system,” but she makes a powerful case for giving it a try. M.H.

“He really loved that axe, because the Beatles, Byrds and Rolling Stones were all playing them at the time.” So remembers musician Chris Kamburoff of his friend and former bandmate Benjamin Orr in JOE MILLIKEN’s book Let’s Go! Benjamin Orr and the Cars. But Kamburo˜ didn’t play with Orr in the Cars, the Boston-based hit machine known f or singles such as “My Best Friend’s Girl,” “Just What I Needed” and “Drive.” He was part of Orr’s life before he was famous, in Cleveland-based rock band the Mixed Emotions. Through interviews with nearly 100 people, Milliken explores the entirety of the rock star’s life: his musical origins in the Rust Belt in the 1960s, the Cars’ formation in the mid-’70s, mass success and the band’s dissolution in the ’80s, and Orr’s passing f rom pancreatic cancer in 2000. Light on original prose and heavy on quotes, the book is essentially an oral history. But no other tome has delved so deeply into the life of the singersongwriter and bassist. For rabid fans of the Cars, the minutiae of Orr’s career should be fascinating. Casual followers will be less inclined to take the ride. Milliken hosts a book launch, Q&A and multimedia presentation on Saturday, November 17, 5 p.m., at Village Square Booksellers in Bellows Falls. J.A.

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And one feels immediately the presence of people on the land, not as disconnected pieces using the land merely as a foundation for the houses, which are, in turn, a foundation for their beds, but of people who work where they live, whose lives are entwined with those of their neighbors. In Vermont, writes ROBBY PORTER, a “doodlebug” is “a homemade tractor assembled from parts of several other machines and usually used for logging.” In 1994, then 28-year-old Porter took a cross-country road trip with his brother LOUIS (now commissioner of the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department). Using a portable Olivetti typewriter, Porter produced a journal that shares some qualities with a doodlebug: rambling, “ungainly,” colorful. Judiciously edited after the fact, his journal offers lively anecdotes and trenchant descriptions of a land growing progressively more parceled, developed and regulated — although some places, like the Amish country described in the excerpt above, retain deep-rooted traditions. Now a frequent VTDigger.org commentator, Porter evokes a slice of Clinton-era Americana with ﬂuency and power. M.H.

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language of West Side Story in the Hebrewlanguage work for chorus and (in this case) countertenor accompanied by organ, harp and percussion. Bernstein centenary celebrations are everywhere — except, oddly, in Vermont. Apart from a phenomenal performance of the 1957 musical at the WESTON PLAYHOUSE this past summer and a night of Bernstein songs in October from the brand-new DARTMOUTH OPERA LABORATORY, BCS’ concert may be local audiences’ only chance to hear a major work by this diversely talented composer-conductor. BCS director RICHARD RILEY, who recalls interviewing Bernstein on the grass at the Tanglewood Music Center just before the composer’s last appearance there, describes Chichester Psalms (1965) as “remarkably positive in its mood.” Bernstein said so himself in a poem, Riley adds, reading the verses aloud. (Bernstein: It’s “tonal and tuneful and somewhat square.”) That may have surprised even him: The composer had recently finished his much darker third symphony, “Kaddish,” and would go on to write a tensely dramatic Catholic mass. (Really, what didn’t he do?) Chichester will give audiences a chance to hear the soaring soloist voices of Juilliard-trained countertenor Eric Jurenas and soprano MARY BONHAG, who co-runs SCRAG MOUNTAIN MUSIC in central Vermont. The soloists will also feature in the program’s other “birthday odes”: Henry Purcell’s for Queen Mary’s birthday in 1694 and George Friedrich Handel’s honoring Queen Anne in 1713. A tip from Riley, who trained as a countertenor at New England Conservatory of Music: “The countertenor voice is an extension of … the male falsetto range. You would not confuse a countertenor with a soprano. The range is a female alto’s.” All voice parts will be showcased in the final round — an evening concert — of the very fir t Vermont Vocal Competition. The tireless JOSHUA COLLIER, founder and director of BARN OPERA in Brandon, organized the event to sort out the region’s best emerging vocal talent. Collier, a tenor, invited applicants within a 250-mile radius of Brandon to submit audio f iles. More than 100 applied, and an anonymous panel of judges whittled the group down to 40. Thirty-seven will make it to a preliminary round on Saturday morning at Brandon Town Hall.

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ny given weekend in Vermont off rs a slew of classical music performances, no matter how carefully the musicians try to schedule around one another. This weekend’s are particularly diverse — especially if you like singing. They range from an intimate soprano-and-guitar concert in a yoga studio to a 70-person choir singing one of Leonard Bernstein’s cheeriest choral works to the winning operatic soloists of the inaugural VERMONT VOCAL COMPETITION. Soprano SARAH CULLINS and DANIEL GAVIRIA, a classically trained guitarist, form the unusual married duo of 8 CUERDAS. (Read that as “ocho cuerdas,” or eight strings, ref erring to the sum of his six guitar strings and her two vocal cords.) While opera singers like Cullins are trained to project over a 100-member orchestra, classical guitar is a comparatively quiet af f air, so the pair tends to perf orm in smaller spaces “where we don’t have to mic Daniel,” Cullins explains. They’ll try a new venue this Friday: SWAN DOJO, a yoga and dance studio with a small stage, located above VERMONT VIOLINS on Burlington’s Church Street. A Saturday concert follows in the chamber-musicproportioned second-floor room of the Richmond Free Library, and on Sunday the couple performs at the Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society in Middlebury. All three concerts feature the Latin American repertoire — from Puerto Rico, Venezuela and Brazil — for which the married duo has become known. Gaviria is from Colombia, where the two met. But each concert promises a diffe ent focus: on the music of Buenos Aires in Burlington; on that of Barcelona in Richmond; and, in Middlebury, on Spanish guitar duos, with Gaviria and guitarist FRANCIS ANDREA. At Swan Dojo, audiences will hear two Argentinian composers — tango-inspired Astor Piazzolla and folk-inspired Carlos Guastavino — who were crossover artists before such a thing existed, notes Cullins. “Now, audiences are much more open,” she says. And the sounds of flamenco, tango and Latin jazz will bring welcome warmth just as temperatures start to drop. Bernstein, who would have turned 100 in August, was not unaware of Latin American tunes. Audiences who attend the BURLINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY’s perf ormance of his Chichester Psalms may even catch some of the lyrical and harmonic

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Still, Vermonters and New Yorkers alike are bound to recognize the typical, iconic settings of Koren’s cartoons: a dinner table, a cocktail party, the front porch of a general store. Koren didn’t select the cartoons that appear in the book; that was done by MARGOT ZALKIND MAYOR, his editor and publisher at BUTTON STREET PRESS in Newfane. Her idea, Koren explained, was to compile cartoons that traverse what he called “the DMZ between urban and rural existences, which I cross back and forth quite a lot.” Koren, who at 82 still volunteers with the Brookfield olunteer Fire Department, doesn’t talk much about his process, except to say that inspiration for a cartoon often comes to him “in a flash.” But the fina product may take him a week or more to execute. What does it say about a state that it even names a cartoonist laureate? Perhaps that Vermonters have mustered enough courage to laugh at themselves and not take themselves too seriously, Koren surmised. “A person without a sense of humor is like a wagon without springs,” he said, borrowing a quote from 19thcentury minister and social reformer Henry Ward Beecher. “It’s jolted by every pebble on the road.” KE N P I C ARD

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“I like to think of the design department as the nerve center of Seven Days,” says John James, “where everything ﬂows through: editorial, sales, web, marketing. There’s never a lack of excitement on the desk.” Not with John in charge of it, anyway. The bearded production manager has the painstaking task of “marrying” the story spreads with the ads — and getting every page to the press on time, in the right order. It requires skill and concentration, but John never stops joking, singing, swearing and cackling during the long hours it takes to complete — unless he’s out walking his faithful Westie. Rufus is on the Seven Days masthead with a job title that often relates to the cover story. The design team decides each week if he’s going to be “Dr. Dog,” “Backup Vocals” or “Gnome Chompsky.” John supervises four graphic designers at Seven Days. The New York native, who left SUNY Plattsburgh “ﬁve credits shy of a journalism degree,” also knows his way around the Adobe Creative Cloud. He gave the Burlington Free Press its best story layouts until the company outsourced its production department to New Jersey. John wanted to stay in Vermont, so he applied for a job at the weekly. “I’ve worked in newspapers for more than 15 years, but not anywhere like Seven Days,” says John. “Everybody works really hard, but we have a lot of fun doing it.” Bonus: “I get to bring my dog.”

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t was early morning, the start of what was shaping up as my busiest workday in years. Joaquin Acosta sat next to me, a striking presence with his Jheri curls and black eye patch. Didn’t Jheri curls come and go with the disco era? I thought. But what did I know? I had just picked up Joaquin from his dorm at SUNY Plattsburgh. I was taking him to an ophthalmologist’s offic in Burlington for an assessment of his eye injury. His doctor in Plattsburgh had called in the consult to determine whether some sort of surgical procedure was warranted. As we drove toward the Grand Isle ferry, I put to him the obvious question, “So, what happened, man?” “I was sucker-punched at a bar a couple of nights ago,” Joaquin replied. “Did you know the guy?” I asked. “I don’t think so,” he said. “I barely saw him before he clocked me.” “That’s nuts! Was it, like, a racial or ethnic thing?” “Who knows? It’s hard to tell with an incident like this.” “Are you from the area? Does your mom know what’s going on?” “No, I’m from the Bronx. My folks moved here from the Dominican Republic before I was born. So, I’m first generation. My mom was insistent on coming up to, like, ‘take care of me,’ but me and my dad managed to talk her out of it. “My dad couldn’t drive up anyway because of his work schedule. He drives a truck for Goya Foods, delivering throughout the fi e boroughs. When I was a little kid, sometimes he would take me on his route with him.” My customer paused for a moment, nodding his head with a wistful smile. I had the sense that he had surprised himself

with that reveal. He continued, “That’s actually my best childhood memory, now that I think about it.” Joaquin and I continued to converse for the entire ride to Burlington. I found him to be, simply put, a beautiful guy: humble, grounded and intellectual in the best sense of the word, both curious and studious. We discussed Ta-Nehisi Coates, my favorite writer on politics and culture, and agreed on his brilliance. We shared a similar enthusiasm for Junot Díaz, one of my favorite novelists and, like Joaquin, a child of Dominican immigrants. Apparently it was my college day, as my next fare was a SUNY Potsdam student, also headed to a doctor’s appointment in Burlington. It was early afternoon when I arrived at Zeki Uzun’s off-campus digs. When he stepped into my cab, I noticed his lower lip was swollen and had two or three stitches. As Yogi Berra memorably put it, this was déjà vu all over again. Before I could open my mouth, Zeki said, “You should see the other guy.” I chuckled at his use of that old chestnut. “Jeez, dude — how’d it happen?” “Three guys — I’m pretty sure they were students — showed up at my door late last night screaming something about a party and that they wanted in. I told them they had the wrong house, but they were hammered and belligerent. Finally, I stepped outside to confront them — big mistake — and one of them must have swung at me. I never even saw it coming. I think I was actually knocked out for a few seconds. The doctors here said there might be a small bleed in the brain, so they want me to see a neurologist in Burlington.” This is crazy! I thought. What are the odds? “Your heritage is Middle Eastern,

right? I said. “Do you think that was the motivation?” “Not really,” Zeki replied. “They were just drunk and stupid. Where the racial thing comes into play is these three white guys knew they could get away with it.” “I see what you’re saying. Like, if you were involved in an incident like this, they’d be calling out the SWAT team.” I flashed on our president. He has spent two years signaling permission for, if not actively encouraging, just this kind of behavior. It’s as if he’s opened the Pandora’s box of America’s dark soul.

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I HAD LESS THAN AN HOUR TO PREPARE FOR THE DOOZY. “If you don’t mind me asking, are you fir t generation?” “I am. My parents emigrated here from Kurdistan. My dad is a petroleum engineer.” “Do you have any siblings?” “Yeah, I have 13 brothers and sisters.” “Did you say 13? Your poor mother!” “Yes, she’s a champ, all right. It’s actually quite common for Kurds to have large families. Granted, 14 kids is kind of, let’s say, pushing the envelope.” After dropping off Zeki, I immediately rushed to my next scheduled pickup — one Arnold Clover, a Montpelierite going to Burlington. An hour later, approaching the guy’s address, I discovered that it was located squarely at the busy triple intersection of Route 2 and Berlin and Granite streets. This represented an ultra-hairy rendezvous point, made only worse by the building’s short driveway, barely 25 feet. And, if I thought pulling in there was scary, backing out with Arnold was a bungee jump off the Golden Gate Bridge. “Jeez, what’s it like living at that

location?” I asked, once we were safely on our way. “Ya get used to it,” Arnold replied with his wry Vermont inflection After these three long runs to the Queen City — two from across the lake and one from the state capital — my cabbie marathon was about to kick into high gear. I had less than an hour to prepare for the doozy: a trip to New York City. A Vermont nonprofit had held its annual fundraiser in UVM’s Davis Center, and the director hired me to drive the event’s illustrious guest speaker back to her home in the Chelsea section of Manhattan. The speaker turned out to be a lovely person: an Indian American woman in her thirties, famous for her activism around encouraging girls to get involved in the traditionally male province of computer coding. After chatting with me for a short while, she excused herself to catch some sleep, stretching out across the rear bench seats. She was out cold for nearly five hours while, with her go-ahead, I listened nonstop to MSNBC. As we entered the Lincoln Tunnel, I gently woke her up. She was groggy but cheerful. Emerging into mid-Manhattan at 2 a.m., we saw a tall man crossing the street in an elaborate pastel, paisley-patterned dinosaur costume. This took me aback before I realized what day it was. “OK, it’s Halloween,” I said to my customer. “Either that or a Tuesday night in the Big Apple,” she quipped, and together we laughed. m All these stories are true, though names and locations may be altered to protect privacy.

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Comeback Kid Getting real with Killington-bound World Cup skier Resi Stiegler

SEVEN DAYS: ˜ e 2018-19 season is just the latest of several comebacks for you. What’s different this time around? RESI STIEGLER: I think I just have to be honest about being older. My career didn’t go exactly as I’d planned, but I’m trying to inspire people and trying to continue getting what I want out of skiing. Last year, I put everything on the line for [the Olympics]. I worked harder than I ever had before, and to get hurt on [race] day was unbelievably dif f icult. So I’m taking a little of a “less is more” strategy, because sometimes you have to let things go. When you’ve worked so hard and

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ll Resi Stiegler wants for her birthday is a few good ﬁnishes. The World Cup alpine skier turned 33 on Wednesday, November 14. Barring any unf oreseen catastrophes, she plans to crush the slalom in the women’s alpine competition at the Audi FIS Ski World Cup at Killington Resort next weekend, November 23 through 25. The only event of its kind on the East Coast, that race is inspiring plenty of prep in Vermont (see sidebar, page 37) and beyond. While three-time Olympian Stiegler intends to compete in her ninth career World Ski Championships in Sweden in February, she’s well aware that it’s a long road from here to there. Stiegler, a Wyoming native and the daughter of Olympic champion Josef “Pepi” Stiegler, debuted on the World Cup circuit in 2003 at age 17. She returned to snow this fall after a race-day crash during the 2018 Winter Olympic Games dashed her dreams of gold and landed her on the disabled list for the rest of last season. That crash was the latest in a career frequently paused by injuries ranging from broken bones to blown-out knees. In a conversation with Seven Days last week, the racer was candid about recalibrating her mind-set in an industry where winning is everything. This time around, she said, coming back is about “knowing that you’re trying to accomplish one or two more things and making the journey the most important part of it all.” In the interview, she also of f ered insights on surrendering control, on-theroad craf ting and the best lif e-giving chocolates.

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SD: With any speed sport, there’s a fine line between riding the raggedy edge of control to victory and crashing to a non-finish. How do you handle that line? RS: That is one of my biggest problems of late. I have OCD, which doesn’t help. At some point in the past 10 years, I started to control every single [turn] to an extreme. But when you control things like that, you’re slowing yourself down. So I’ve done mental training, and I’ve been working with an amazing coach. You have to be OK with crashing —°you should almost try to crash. Holding on to every turn is unrealistic.°Skiing is always about flow and letting go of control; that’s the fun and the speed of it. I’d like to say I’ve gotten past that, but it’s di˝ cult.

SD: What’s your favorite food to fuel a day of skiing? RS: I have celiac disease, so we’re always so lucky if we have a chef around [to accommodate that]. I had to get into cooking because of my allergy,°and I’m a pasta fanatic, so I always travel with [gluten-f ree] pasta so I can get that comfort food. I’m a carbonara freak. But I do eat quite healthy; you have to as a competitive athlete these days. SD: Most skiers I know carry “pocket candy” or snacks to eat on the lift. Do the pros do that, too? RS: Oh, yeah. We deﬁnitely do. We have ProBars and RXBars —°they have so many bars now — and drinks we can take out on the hill. And I love chocolate. Justin’s [nut butter company] makes these little “butter cups” with organic almond butter and dark chocolate. Oh, my God, those are fantastic.

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SLIPPERY SLOPE: HOW TO CREATE A WORLD CUP SKI RACE COURSE On the weekend after Thanksgiving, 75 of the fastest female ski racers in the world will hurl themselves down Killington Resort’s Superstar trail at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour. The person in charge of the snow conditions under their feet is Gareth Trayner, the chief of course for the East Coast’s only Audi FIS Ski World Cup race.

“The most critical part of a World Cup ski race is the surface on which we ask the athletes to compete,” Trayner says. “Ideally, it’s as firm as possible.” When Trayner talks about firm snow, he really means ice. The surface for last year’s World Cup course in Killington was so hard you could drive a Zamboni on it. It was crafted to such translucent

pushing the snow around and building side hills, rolls and off-camber turns. With the basic shape of the course in place, Trayner and his volunteers begin the painstaking process of turning the slope into a tilted ice cube. First, a team of about 20 people wielding snow-gun hoses walks side by side down the entire run, dousing it with water. It takes all day. Then the groomers come back out and pack the wet snow down to a smooth surface, which is left to freeze. Once the slope is firm enough, a more precise watering phase begins. Now the volunteers use aluminum injection bars that shoot a jet of water at 160 psi and penetrate eight to 10 inches into FILE: PAUL HOLMES

Workers slipping the course

Comeback Kid « P.35 SD: What inspires you most about being a pro athlete? RS: There are so many little details [that go into making] a turn. There’s this wild obsession with perfecting the turn. It’s the weirdest thing to tell someone outside of skiing, because it’s just such a simple little thing. But we’re skiing at high speed, on ice, with these little steel edges. So you have to connect your mind to your feet. And of course it’s like, How have I not perfected this damn turn?! I love the challenge of that. You’re constantly trying to make it faster and more efficient and you go back and watch the [training] video, and you can see, OK, I wasn’t good in this section of the course, so I need to do something diffe ent in the gym. When it all comes together in a success, it feels so good. SD: What are some of your off-slope interests? RS: We travel so much that I’ve gotten into things you can do on the road. I love reading and studying things and podcasts. Photography and writing are great outlets mentally. I bring paints out on the road. My team has been awesome. Every person is into something different, and we have a “creative hour” where we bring beads and make necklaces and things. We like to use our brains a

little more than people would probably imagine. SD: Any simple advice for weekendwarrior skiers who want to improve their turns? RS: If you can update some [of your equipment] and make your experience more comfortable, I think that would be the biggest thing. People are out there on these [old] skis and boots, and they’re cold and their feet hurt. If you want to enjoy skiing and be better at it, you do have to update. I know gear is expensive, but there are so many outlets now; you can get some new things without spending a fortune. SD: As a westerner, what can you say about skiing the East? RS: I love Killington. People warn you before you go that it’s going to be cold and rainy and miserable, but every time I’ve gone it’s been so nice. And the people [in town] have been so incredible and so nice. I met this woman [Liz Patnode] — her business is called Truenorth Juice, and she just came out of the woods and has blessed me with amazing juice and food all these years that I’ve been racing at Killington. The Vermont ski-town community has been so loving and generous. m Contact: hannah@sevendaysvt.com

INFO Audi FIS Ski World Cup, Friday through Sunday, November 23 through 25, at Killington Resort. Free general admission. killington.com/worldcup

perfection that the tip of a drill bit sunk eight inches down was still visible. No one dared travel across the trail with anything less aggressive than freshly tuned race skis or crampons. To Trayner, it was a thing of beauty. But, like manufacturing other kinds of beauty, imbuing the black diamond-rated Superstar with diamond-like perfection takes hard work. For one thing, the average snowfall in November in Killington is 29 inches. But a World Cup course needs to be packed at least a meter deep (39.37 inches) with dense snow. Thatmeans Trayner leans heavily on the resort’s experienced snowmakers, who start blanketing the 1,000-meter slope as much as a month in advance. The next step is a grooming project of monumental proportions. Three or four snowcats piloted by Killington’s expert groomers prowl the slope for days,

the snow. The crew is spread across the entire trail, moving downhill in eight-inch increments for another full day. When all that work is done, Trayner just hopes the waterlogged slope freezes slowly, “so it draws the air out and you end up with a far more dense product,” he says. Like a giant inclined skating rink, a good course can hold up to a lot of abuse. And that’s the point. On their first run, the skiers are launched in number order. The winner of that run goes last in the second run, meaning she’ll hit the course at its most worn down and chewed up. Since the skier with the shortest combined time wins, ensuring a durable surface is key. “We don’t want the surface to dictate who wins,” Trayner says. “It should be the skier who navigates the course most efficientl .” KI RK KARDAS HI AN SEVEN DAYS NOVEMBER 14-21, 2018

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or the past 43 years, every Monday from just after Labor Day to the end of March, Steve Gleason has hit the ice with 20 to 25 of his closest friends. The 62-year-old is the founder of Monday Night Hockey at Gordon H. Paquette Ice Arena in Burlington’s Leddy Park, believed to be among the longestrunning skates in Vermont — if not one of the oldest local rec leagues in any sport, period. Players range in age from 24 to 64, though most are in their fi ﬁfties and early sixties. They are builders, plumbers, electricians, doctors, engineers and lawyers. Some are stay-at-home dads. Most played at least high school hockey, and a handful played at the college level. Every now and then the league even attracts the odd former pro — such as Burlington’s Dan McFall, who played nine games for the Winnipeg Jets in the 1980s. The skate is decidedly inf ormal, operating more like a pickup game than a traditional league. Players choose sides by showing up wearing either white or dark jerseys. If the teams seem lopsided, Gleason might ask one or two players to switch jerseys and even out the skill level. Otherwise, the competition is self regulating. Hitting and checking are frowned on, but the action is still very physical and fast-paced. There’s usually enough time in the 90-minute skate to play three games to ﬁve goals. “We show up, we throw the pucks out, we split up, and we play. That’s what we do,” said Gleason. Seven Days dropped by the arena on a recent Monday evening to watch Gleason and friends do what they do: play. Here’s what we saw. Contact: dan@sevendaysvt.com

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A player limbers up. “˜ e one thing we all have in common is that we stay in reasonable shape,” said Steve Gleason, explaining one key to the league’s longevity. Another player within earshot responded, “Ha!”

Two players come off the ice after a shift. “We’ve been pretty lucky that we haven’t been hurt at all,” said Steve Gleason.

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Goalie Walt Gleason tends the net. He’s one of the league’s longesttenured players.

Most weeks, the league attracts 20 to 25 players, including a few who have been playing for 30 to 40 years. “We have a core of about 15 that I can count on every week,” said Steve Gleason.

Every year, one player wins the Szymanski Cup, named after Mike Szymanski (pictured). The trophy is adorned with a Labatt Blue can and topped with a protective cup. It’s an honor, albeit sometimes a dubious one, since it’s not necessarily awarded to the best player but to the most memorable one. “The ear I won it, I was a crybaby the entire season,” said Fred Palmer. “So I got it for being the biggest pain in the ass.”

“It’s a perfect mix between being competitive and having fun with guys you know,” said Fred Palmer. “It gets spirited and can get a little nasty. But at the end of the day, we’ve all gotta get up and go to work.”

“I find myself coming here as much for hanging out and drinking a beer afterward as for the hockey,” said Scott Albertson, whose son, Ben, played hockey at the University of Vermont for four years. “What else are you gonna do on Monday nights?”

“If one team loses all three games, that’s a shame. So you’ve gotta keep playing hard all night,” said Scott Albertson.

Players on the bench. “I’ve played hockey a lot of different places,” said Scott Albertson. “But these are some of the best guys I’ve played with.”

“Years ago, we used to play in the summer. But we all grew up and had families,” said Steve Gleason. “And that’s part of this whole thing: We’ve seen each other’s kids grow up. We’ve just been together.” SEVEN DAYS NOVEMBER 14-21, 2018

Darker Moods

How psychotherapy can lift the spirits of those with seasonal affective disorder B Y K E N PI CA RD LUKE EASTMAN

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auren Bartlett was 14 or 15 when she f irst noticed what would become an annual a˜ iction: the winter blues. Generally, it hits her starting in September, when the weather gets colder and the days get shorter. Bartlett grew up in Warren and recalled that her half-mile walk to and from her school bus stop helped ease some of her gloominess. Ultimately, though, it couldn’t prevent full-blown seasonal depression from descending on her like nightfall. “I actually feel like I need to hibernate in the winter,” explained Bartlett, whose symptoms include fatigue, cravings for carbohydrate-rich f ood, dif f iculty in controlling her eating, hypersomnia (excessive sleeping) and a diminished interest in spending time with others. From September through March, Bartlett said, her natural inclination is to “just crawl into my house, curl up and go to sleep.” Like many people who are diagnosed with seasonal a° ective disorder, or SAD, Bartlett su° ered through recurring cycles of seasonal despondency for years without treatment. Her inexplicable grumpiness and frustration with her children ﬁnally drove Bartlett to seek professional help. 40

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Today, the 51-year-old middle school teacher f rom Grand Isle understands that her winter doldrums are sparked by something more than a dislike for the cold. Her body has a neurochemical response to the diminished hours of daylight and the changes they trigger in her circadian rhythms. She now takes sertraline, a prescription antidepressant, to alleviate the symptoms. First observed in the early 19th century, SAD was offi o˝ cially identifi identiﬁed and labeled in 1984 by psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal, who, after relocating from South Africa to Bethesda, Md., observed the mood change in himself and then others. Today, SAD is considered a subtype of clinical depression, one that a° affects about 6 percent of the U.S. population. About twice as many women as men experience SAD, and it’s more common in northern latitudes. For years, the gold standard for treating SAD has been light therapy: exposure to a full-spectrum light box, which mimics the luminous e° ects of the sun. But University of Vermont researcher Kelly Rohan, who’s

been studying SAD since the early 1990s, has just published a new study in the American Journal of Psychiatry showing that cognitive-behavioral therapy may be a more e° ective and long-lasting treatment in relieving SAD symptoms. Rohan is a psychology professor and director of clinical training in UVM’s department of psychological science. She spoke with Seven Days on the ﬁrst Monday after daylight saving time ended, which she called the start of “prime SAD season.” In fact, her o˝ office was ﬂooded with phone calls that fl day from SAD suff su° erers. “This is when people who feel the symptoms are really vulnerable,” Rohan said. Researchers now know that winter’s shorter “photo period,” or hours of total daylight, is the single strongest indicator of when someone’s seasonal depression will begin and how bad the symptoms will be, she explained. It’s more predictive than any weather variable, including temperature, wind speed, precipitation and solar intensity, or how many minutes per day a shadow can be detected.

In the United States, there’s a close correlation between the distance from the equator and the regional incidence of SAD, Rohan explained. So, in Florida the prevalence of SAD is about 1 percent, whereas in Washington, D.C., it’s about 5 percent, and in Alaska, about 10 percent. The location nearest to Vermont that’s been studied is Nashua, N.H., which has about a 9 percent incidence of SAD. No one knows why women are more vulnerable to the disorder. One theory, Rohan suggested, is what she called “rumination,” a cognitive style more common among women, in which people dwell on their depression and repeatedly ask themselves, Why do I feel this way? As she pointed out, it’s an unproductive mental practice that only breeds more depression and makes existing symptoms worse. The more SAD su° erers ruminate in early fall, the more severe their symptoms will be, a finding demonstrated in studies from two di° erent labs. Rohan, a Binghamton, N.Y., native, first got interested in studying SAD while she was working on her PhD, beginning in 1993. At the time, SAD was a new diagnosis and not yet widely understood. “I was in the right place at the right time,” she noted — that place being the University of Maine in Orono, which sits at about the same latitude as the Vermont/ Québec border. While working in the depression lab, Rohan noticed a seasonal ebb and flow in her ability to recruit candidates for generalized depression studies. “The phone would ring o° the wall in the winter months,” she observed, “and it would be crickets in the lab in the spring and summer.” When the National Institute of Mental Health f irst began exploring seasonal depression in the mid-1980s, light therapy was the first treatment tested, Rohan said. Since then, light-therapy trials have proliferated worldwide, generating compelling evidence of its strong antidepressant properties. Basically, light therapy involves exposing the subject to a full-spectrum lamp of 10,000 lux (a unit for measuring light) set behind an ultraviolet shield, which protects against sunburn and eye damage. Typically, the person uses the light box for 30 minutes each morning upon waking, and the duration is dialed up or down depending upon its e° ectiveness or negative side e° ects, which can include headaches, eye strain and hyperactivity. Rare but serious side e° ects include mania or hypomania, an elevated state associated with bipolar disorder. Light therapy has long been thought to be as good or better for treating SAD than antidepressants, which can produce other unintended side e° ects. For this reason,

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In fact, Rohan recalled a comment made by a prominent researcher in her field, whom she declined to identify, who once called her theory of treating SAD with cognitive-behavioral therapy “cute.” Even if she found it effecti e, he reportedly said, “No one will believe you.” He was right, to a point. According to Rohan, it took six applications to land her fir t major grant, despite strong and compelling data supporting her original hypothesis. She also approached “multiple journals,” she said, before one would publish her finding . That skepticism has lessened. CO Rohan’s upcoming study this U winter, funded by a $3.4 million grant last May from NIMH, will wade even further into neuroscience, because SAD is a condition that can be physiologically measured. Previous studies have shown that, during the six hours preceding bedtime, the body starts producing melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the sleep/wake cycle. Those studies revealed that people with SAD produce melatonin for about 30 minutes longer, on average, in the winter than in summer, whereas those without SAD experience no such diffe ence. Rohan’s next study will look for other biomarkers, such as pupil responses to diffe ent wavelengths of light, and diffe ent brainwave activity in summer versus winter in SAD suffe ers. Bartlett tried light therapy when she participated in a UVM study done by Rohan a few years ago but experienced no relief from her symptoms. She’s now intrigued by the idea of trying cognitivebehavioral therapy. However, with her busy schedule and three school-age children at home, she said, “It would have to wait until they’re all in college.” Generally speaking, SAD is considered a “milder” form of depression than nonseasonal forms and, hence, is easier to treat. And because it’s literally as predicable as the seasons, it’s also easier to study. Whereas generalized depression can often breed a feeling of hopelessness in patients, who have no idea when their symptoms will subside, Rohan said, “With SAD, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. And that light is spring.” m

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light therapy is considered the standard against which all other SAD treatments are gauged. Because Rohan is a clinical psychologist trained in psychotherapy, though, she’d wondered: Might cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is effective in treating other forms of depression, also work with SAD patients? In cognitive-behavioral therapy, she explained, patients learn to identify the negative thoughts that contribute to their bad moods and write them down in thought diaries. Then, using the Socratic method to evaluate the evidence for those negative thoughts, the patients try to identify more helpful and accurate ways of characterKelly Rohan izing their thoughts. The patient then substitutes those negative thoughts with more rational and emotionally neutral or positive responses, which ultimately helps improve their mood. That’s the cognitive piece. The behavioral piece, Rohan explained, is identifying activities that give the patient joy, then scheduling them rather than avoiding them throughout the winter. For example, if a person enjoys dancing, he or she should schedule regular dance outings throughout the winter. But if a person hates dancing, an evening at a nightclub isn’t likely to dispel their dour disposition. So Rohan would prescribe other activities aligning with that person’s interests. Unlike light therapy and antidepressant meds, cognitive-behavioral therapy has no downsides. And, as Rohan’s new study has shown, a SAD-tailored version of cognitivebehavioral therapy can be significantly better than light therapy in preventing symptom relapses in future winters. How has her research been received by the psychological establishment? Even though Rohan has postulated this approach since the 1990s, she said, “I was completely naïve to how much resistance my work would receive, to the point where it was difficul to publish.” As she explained, the field of SAD research has long been dominated by biological psychiatrists, who are “very into” explaining SAD using the circadian model. That is, the only way to tweak the biological clock is by mimicking the lost sunlight — for example, via light therapy. “The idea of doing a cognitivebehavioral treatment,” Rohan said, “where the person is assumed to have a sense of agency over their symptoms and can change their thinking and behavior to improve, doesn’t mesh with that worldview.”

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Chill out at Vermont’s newest bluegrass festival, WinterWonderGrass B Y J O R D AN A D AMS

ermont ’s chilly climate mandates that most music festivals take place between late spring and mid-fall. Obviously, summertime is the busiest. You could spend practically every June, July and August weekend frolicking through grassy festival grounds as talented bands pluck, strum and croon the days away. But there’s no real reason we can’t enjoy some festival action in winter. Sure, you’ll battle the elements. But Vermonters are nothing if not tough, right? We brave the late-January cold for the yearly folk-centric Spice on Snow festival in Montpelier. And, though technically a springtime happening, EDM extravaganza Minus Zero Festival hits southern Vermont ski destination Stratton Mountain Resort in early April, when temps can still dip into the twenties. Now, Stratton is gearing up to launch the newest iteration of renowned bluegrass hootenanny WinterWonderGrass. Also held in California and Colorado, this family-friendly celebration of twang runs in Vermont Friday through Sunday, December 14 through 16. Along with tunes, expect to f ind all the trappings of any music and arts fest, such as food vendors, an activities zone for kids and, naturally, craft beer. Also, lots of heaters. Though many acts will play inside heated tents, you’ll want to dress like you’re heading out for a day of skiing. The Main Stage, for one, is exposed to the elements. Keep that in mind as you plan your ensemble. Of course, what you really should think about is who to see. Lucky for you, the schedule eschews conﬂicts between Main Stage acts and support stages, so you’ll be able to see all of the big draws, should you so choose. Additionally, several bands perform on multiple days. To help you navigate the fest, we present our top picks from this year’s lineup. Visit winterwondergrass.com for the full schedule.

The Infamous Stringdusters Friday, 8:20 p.m.

Nashville, Tenn.’s Infamous Stringdusters headline the ﬁrst night of the fest. Players of progressive bluegrass, they su˛ use the old-timey genre with a bit of modernity. You’ll hear elements of contemporary blues and rock stylings embedded in otherwise traditional-sounding jams. Earlier this year, the group claimed Best 42

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band. On October 12, cof ounder Andy Goessling passed away. No cause of death was cited, but it came about 18 months after an announcement that the multiinstrumentalist would be taking some time o˛ from the band for medical reasons. He played his last show with the group on August 26.

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Bridget Law Sunday, 3 p.m.

Bluegrass Album at the Grammy Awards for its record Laws of Gravity. In addition to the lauded studio version, the band also released a live album, pieced together with recordings taken from a selection of shows in early 2017.

Matt Flinner. While Cabinet incorporated modern rock aesthetics into their work, Biondo and co. are about as down-home as you can get. His ﬁngers ﬂick and pick at lightning speed on tunes that sound like early 20th-century standards.

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Portland, Ore., quintet Fruition got their start as many folksy bands do: busking for tips on city streets. They even met their manager in a chance encounter on a San Francisco sidewalk. And when you listen to the group’s debut self-titled album, full of breezy country-swing and coastal folk vibes, it’s easy to imagine the ﬁve-piece getting down on a street corner. But Fruition’s latest work, the 2018 EP Fire, is almost too grand to conceive of being stripped down. Pop and alt-country inclinations ﬁll the four-track collection, which also includes some of the band’s most dramatic arrangements and production techniques to date.

Pappy & Friends Friday, 2 & 3:40 p.m.

You may remember Pappy Biondo from his time in Cabinet. The Pennsylvania-based progressive bluegrass band is currently on hiatus — save for one final New Year’s Eve show in New Cumberland, Pa. — and Biondo is now living among us in the Green Mountain State. Perhaps you caught some of his residency at Burlington’s Skinny Pancake earlier this year. On Back to the Basics, Biondo’s new solo EP, he teams up with a group of Vermont’s finest folk musicians, including fiddler Caleb Elder and mandolinist

Upstate come f rom the Hudson River Valley — speciﬁcally Beacon, N.Y. Formerly known as Upstate Rubdown, the sevenpiece ensemble recently shortened its name. Why the change? According to a June announcement on Facebook, “It’s the same us, but better. Bolder. Short and sweet, but with something to say.” The name change also heralds the group’s upcoming sophomore LP, Healing. Lead single “Marietta” shows that the band’s sound remains una˛ ected. Its unconventional blend of bass, saxophone, mandolin and cajón provides a supportive and ﬂexible foundation for lead vocalists Melanie Glenn, Mary Kenney and Allison Olender. Undoubtedly folksy, their harmonies also evoke jazz, soul and gospel traditions.

Railroad Earth Sunday, 7:40 p.m.

“I’m adding my voice to the voice of the people who’ve had enough,” sings Railroad Earth front person Todd Shea˛ er on their tune “Adding My Voice.” The New Jerseybased Americana group released the declarative song in 2017 as a reaction to a charged political climate. As have many conscientious and socially minded artists in the past couple of years, Railroad Earth are going full steam ahead on the protest train. Several weeks ago, tragedy struck the

Until recently, you could have seen fiddler and vocalist Bridget Law perf orm with “transcendental f olk” band Elephant Revival. But in the fall of 2017, her 11-year run in the group came to end. The cofounder announced her departure via Facebook, noting that she was taking some time to allow “new opportunities f or growth.” Now focused on family and working with conservation nonprofits such as Leave No Trace, Law noted in her farewell that future collaborations were still possible. Also in 2017, Law became involved with the Sister Winds music festival in her home state of Colorado. The femalecentered event highlights women onstage as well as behind the scenes. Law exhibits great versatility, whether fiddling in her current project, the Latinand Arabian-inspired ensemble Tierro, or alongside f ormer Elephant Revival bandmate Charlie Rose.

Lindsay Lou Sunday, 5 & 7 p.m.

Don’t be surprised if you hear a bit more polish on Lindsay Lou’s newest material. In the past, the Nashville-based artist and her band, the Flatbellys, kept things a little bit gritty. But Southland, released in 2018, showcases a sparkling indie-folk sound similar to that of Mipso or I’m With Her. Lou recently told Americana website the Bluegrass Situation, “As an artist … I have to do what feels right to me … And that’s what I’m trying to do — create something that sounds like the world I’m living in.” That’s what you’ll hear on Southland: an artist ﬁnding her voice in a world that’s constantly changing. Contact: jordan@sevendaysvt.com

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t’s not just love affairs that begin with the perfect pair. In Molière’s Tartuff , a fool finds his knave and they demonstrate how mightily a bamboozled man will resist the truth, and how easily a con man can pick the right mark’s pocket. In the University of Vermont Department of Theatre production, the 1664 play is performed in distinctive costumes hinting at 1950s French haute couture, and the comedy proves enduring. Orgon is a wealthy member of the bourgeoisie. His daughter, Mariane, is betrothed to the charming Valère; his son, Damis, has romantic plans for Valère’s sister. Orgon’s second wif e, Elmire, is smart and beautiful. His brother-in-law, Cléante, is wise. His mother, Madame Pernelle, is an ill-tempered martinet, but she has less sway in the household than does the savvy, outspoken maid Dorine. The f amily was once at peace and drenched in prosperity. But Orgon has installed the self-styled religious adherent Tartuf f e as the household’s guest and moral compass. Tartuffe s spiritual pretensions are a mask for his real objective: divesting Orgon of his fortune and, if possible, his wife. Orgon and his mother can’t get enough of Tartuffe s saintly act and resist any proof of the charlatan’s duplicity. But everyone else is indignant that Orgon is more concerned with Tartuffe s comfort than their own. Unfortunately, they can’t complain about Tartuffe on moral grounds; the interloper’s grand show of piety gives him the upper hand. Instead, the family sulks as Orgon withdraws his love from them and lavishes it on an imposter. Orgon speaks of high spirituality as his motive for venerating Tartuff , but there’s an element of cruelty in it, too, as he prepares to throw away his son’s inheritance and his daughter’s future happiness with her worthy suitor. The events are a comic parallel to King Lear, but here the household’s king is a victim of fraud. By professing humility, the swindler plucks suspicion from Orgon’s mind while emptying his pockets. To Tartuff , Orgon is an idiot; to Orgon, Tartuffe is an idol. Gullibility and insincerity are among the funniest things to put onstage. The audience sees right through Tartuffe and gets a second wind of laughter from the sheer frustration felt by characters who cannot

forceful voice of reason and makes a maid’s defiance charming. Jacob Houde plays Tartuffe with all due sanctimony. If anything, he’s too oily, but this only makes Orgon’s credulity more spectacular. Evan Lewis gives Damis wonderf ul spark. Though Damis is a dreadful tactician, his attacks on Tartuffe are comically rousing. Martin A. Thaler’s costumes are showstoppers. He starts with sumptuous garments, then adds wit. Tartuffe wears white f or saintliness, but it’s a threepiece suit, open f or business, finished off with flas y snakeskin shoes. Orgon’s glistening silver smoking jacket broadcasts his net worth, while Madame Pernelle’s fla ed top positively bristles with selfrighteousness. Dorine’s knockout gold pantsuit is brilliant, though it elevates her from maid to sidekick. Elmire’s slit-front dress is not only glamorous but has a role in the action. The production focuses on Tartuff as a villain, giving the audience a rooting interest in his downfall. It turns a little less attention on the follies of the young lovers Mariane and Valère, the pedantry of Cléante, the vanity of Elmire, and the useless hotheadedness of Damis. Molière aims barbs at them all, but Carleton saves her best stage business for the flirtatious tussle between Elmire and Tartuff . No matter how bright the verse, action has to tell the story, and these two are given the memorable moment. Still, the play spares no one f rom mockery. Widely considered Molière’s best work, Tartuffe remains a triumph of comedic caricature more than 350 years after its fir t performance. Though initially denounced as sacrilegious, the play doesn’t attack the church but rather human foolishness, a subject that never grows old. m

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convince each other with reason, rebuke or entreaty. The pleasure of the play is anticipation. Viewers can try guessing how Orgon will extricate himself from the terribly deep hole Tartuff encourages him to dig, but there’s an additional, encompassing reason to stay engaged. All the text is in couplets,

TARTUFFE WEARS WHITE FOR SAINTLINESS, BUT IT’S A THREE-PIECE SUIT, OPEN FOR BUSINESS.

so the audience is subconsciously listening for the rhyming word that finishes a thought. It’s a subtle puzzle, and the best of the couplets put the crucial words at the end for emphasis. Performing verse isn’t easy, but the UVM students passed the f irst test by avoiding singsong delivery, where relentless rhythm overpowers meaning. What’s harder is speaking a neatly crafted line of strict meter as if it were a thought arising in the moment.

The play’s back-and-forth exchanges came alive in last Thursday’s performance, but the long speeches tended to be rushed and rhythmically undiffe entiated. Not only did Molière’s neat catalog of human foibles get trampled in haste, but the audience likely had trouble becoming oriented to the particular humor and lightness of comedic verse. Director Sarah Carleton selected a 2002 translation by Ranjit Bolt that injects a bit of racy language to perk up the play. Molière is in no need of overt contemporizing, and Bolt doesn’t overdo it. Carleton’s direction used the sweep of scenic designer Jeff Modereger’s tall, vast set to give the characters a lazy, wealthy grace. They idle and complain, and when it comes time for a set-to, Carleton gives them big comic moves. As Orgon, Ray Gillies distills the character’s foolishness into a beatific grin, making willful ignorance look like bliss. Katherine Reid, as Elmire, lets Tartuff ’s flattery flutter around her, a match for him in wit and cunning. Shanley Kirk, as Mariane, and Jason Chrysanthis, as Valère, are at their best as pouting lovers. As the scene-stealing Dorine, Emma Cashman provides a

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INFO Tartuffe, by Molière, translated by Ranjit Bolt, directed by Sarah Carleton, produced by the University of Vermont Department of Theatre in Burlington. Now closed. (Sta ting this season, UVM has shortened the playing time for theatrical productions to one week.) uvmtheatre.org

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hen cookbook author Andrea Chesman was very young, her grandmother Esther Lewin lived with the family in Troy, N.Y. Lewin often cooked with poultry fat, known as schmaltz in Yiddish. After she’d rendered the schmaltz from chicken skin, tantalizing crisp nuggets remained, Chesman explained. These “gribenes,” as they were called, cooled on a plate on the counter, the rich aroma drawing little Andrea toward them. “I remember being this high,” Chesman said, holding a hand at counter height in her Ripton kitchen on a recent morning. “I would say to myself, They won’t notice if I take just one,” she recalled with a smile. “I don’t ever remember them making it to the table. I think the adults ate them all.” Over the last few years, Chesman, 66, has had ample opportunity to make up for all the gribenes she missed as a child. The proliﬁc author of more than two dozen cookbooks has been working hard on her latest, The Fat Kitchen: How to Render, Cure & Cook With Lard, Tallow & Poultry Fat, released November 13 by Storey Publishing. The book celebrates the kind of cooking fats that were standard ingredients for cooks of Esther Lewin’s generation until public health and nutrition guidelines — combined with the rise of processed seed oils such as soybean and corn — pushed them out of most kitchens. The idea for The Fat Kitchen was seeded by Chesman’s previous book The Backyard Homestead Book of Kitchen KnowHow: Field-to-Table Cooking Skills, which included a section on rendering fat from backyard-raised animals. “But it took a year to convince my publisher,” she said. “They were worried nobody would buy it because animal fats had been demonized for so long.” Recently, though, a movement to bring animal fats back into America’s culinary repertoire has gathered momentum. Advocates such as Chesman believe that fat from animals raised in speciﬁc ways can and should be part of a balanced diet,

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even delivering health beneﬁts from good fats known as omega-3 fatty acids. “The picture has never been nuanced enough,” she said, referring to scientiﬁc studies that blamed animal fats for public health crises such as obesity and diabetes. While mainstream nutritionists and public

health experts have not done a complete about-f ace, many now acknowledge that the increase in diet-related disease involves a more complex web of factors, including signiﬁcantly higher consumption of processed foods containing reﬁned carbohydrates and sugars.

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As Michael Ruhlman, renowned writer on food and cooking, observes in his foreword to Chesman’s book, “We live in a time of widespread confusion about food.” Fat, he states firmly, “isn’t bad; stupid is bad. Healthf ul cooking and eating is about balance, not avoidance.” Chesman also argues that using the fat of animals helps reduce food waste and supports local, small-scale f armers by valuing more parts of the animals they raise. In addition, she said, “The point is that it all tastes really good.” Crusts are f lakier with f at, f ried f oods are crispier without greasiness, and cookies rise higher, she noted. Overall, through her years of testing recipes from savory to sweet, she found that “taste and texture are so improved.” Chesman set out to prove her point by cooking a parade of dishes using various animal fats, starting with local popcorn popped in duck fat. But first she had to take a cast-iron skillet of apples cooked with cinnamon, brown sugar and duck fat out to her “auxiliary fridge,” aka her screened porch. The apples would later be encased in a lard crust. Walking through the dining room, Chesman noted that the original part of the farmhouse, where her family has lived for more than two decades, dates back to the 1860s. Across the street, visible through the front windows, stands a little white cottage where Robert Frost once lived. On the wall beside a built-in curio cabinet hangs a framed photo of the poet having tea in that very room. It appeared in Life magazine in the early 1960s. In one corner of the room, red kuri squashes sat curing beside baskets of green tomatoes from the family’s extensive gardens. A bookshelf was stacked with pickles, jams, canned tomatoes and beets, and maple syrup. Chesman returned from the porch with a tray of canning jars and a glass baking dish filled with fats. Normally, she clarified, cooks would keep these in the fridge, BRINGING FAT BACK

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Two graduates of Bellows Free Academy, Fairfax have returned to their hometown to open a pizza place, STONE’S THROW, which launched on November 13 at 1123 Main Street, site of the former Foothills Bakery. SILAS POLLITT, 33, and TYLER STRATTON, 32, are childhood friends who have both been away from Fairfax for several years: Stratton co-owned pizza restaurants in Boston and Cambridge, Mass.; and Pollitt lived in Austin, Texas, where he was an associate team leader in the preparedfoods section of the flagshi Whole Foods Market. Now they’re making fi e-gallon batches of kimchi with local ingredients for one of their house special pizzas: kimchi, pork belly and leeks. “Tyler and I have been talking about opening up a restaurant for a few years, and I decided to rewrite my story and move back and do something with him,” Pollitt said. “We’re going to be doing some challenging things from around the world, but that’s where I get my inspiration from.” Pollitt and Stratton hosted a soft opening over the weekend, seeing many familiar

faces, meeting new people and giving away free pizza, Pollitt said. The kimchi/pork belly variety was a hit, he added. Other specialty pizzas at Stone’s Throw include a pie with braised short rib, roasted pear and hazelnut; and another called the Forager with mixed local mushrooms, broccolini and sage. “We [also] have a lot of classics,” Pollitt said. “Plain cheese, pepperoni, sausage and onion — there’s something for everybody.” In addition to pizza, Stone’s Throw will serve salads, desserts, and beer and wine, Pollitt said. (The liquor license is expected in a week or two.) “It’s a really cool feeling for both of us to come back to our hometown and see through this concept that the town has never seen before,” Pollitt said. “And show our neighbors something diffe ent: good food, a gathering place, a date spot in Fairfax, of all things.” Stone’s Throw is open every day but Monday, with dinner Tuesday through Friday and lunch and dinner on weekends. A second restaurant will open at 348 Main Street in Winooski on November 19 when JR’S ORIGINAL joins PHO DANG VIETNAMESE CAFÉ in the building north of downtown. Co-owner BOGDAN ANDREESCU, who grew up in Winooski, is bringing to his hometown an Italian restaurant that will resemble Junior’s Italian, where he started working as a teenager. His business partner is KYLE CRETE, a childhood friend and fellow 2002 graduate of Winooski High School. Thirty-four-year-old Andreescu was born in

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building that was most recently Check us out on Facebook & Instagram! home to the infamous Long 973 Roosevelt Highway Trail Tavern, Ferguson and her Colchester • 655-5550 partners have swapped dingy www.threebrotherspizzavt.com barstools for a cheery service counter. “Our idea for the town was to kind of reverse [the12v-threebros100310.indd 1 10/26/18 2:34 PM building’s] checkered history,” Ferguson said. Behind the counter, local teens sling summery fare such as fried seafood baskets, lobster rolls and oyster po’boys. Ice cream is in the works, the owner said, pending an additional state permit; Delicious & Healthy think sundaes, shakes and cones of housemade or local Mediterranean Cuisine ice cream. Ho g b a c k c h e f D A V I D WILCOXEN makes everything from scratch, Ferguson said, from the local-beef burgers to fish-fry batter to the blue cheese dressing for the wedge salad. While the barstools may be gone, the restaurant does offer craft beer and wine in cans, along with ROOKIE’S root beer and ginger beer on draft. Patrons can entertain themselves with old-school console video games, including Ms. Pac-Man, Tetris and pinball. The new restaurant’s other owners include Ferguson’s husband, AKASH PARIKH; her brother, CHRIS FERGUSON; and his wife, ALLISON TAFURI. Locals will recognize the latter couple as the owners of Johnson’s DOWNTOWN PIZZERIA & PUB . Carrie Ferguson and Parikh also own the HEARTH & CANDLE restaurant at Smugglers’ Notch Resort. Hogback Snacks is now open Thursday through Monday for lunch and dinner.

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or in the freezer for longest preservation. All had been through the rendering process, which involves chopping chunks of fat cut from the animal into small pieces and slowly melting them until liquid. Then any impurities, such as connective tissue and blood, are strained out, she explained. The resulting fat varies in texture and color from solid, sliceable white beef tallow to spreadable golden chicken fat. Properly rendered, Chesman said, fat should be mostly neutral in aroma and flavor, although her collection o° ered a few exceptions. The bear f at, f or example, smelled slightly nutty. Chesman’s 28-year-old son had hunted the animal a few weeks earlier. Bear fat has a mixed reputation, she acknowledged, but as long as the animal is chilled immediately and butchered promptly, “the fat is delicious.” A trio of jars containing pork leaf lard demonstrated the di° erent stages at which each had been pulled from the same pot of melting f at. The whitest had been removed earliest in the rendering process. Two other jars labeled “porky lard” were poured o° as the cracklings, or impurities, browned in the rendering fat and flavored it. One of them held the fat from the final minutes of rendering; it was the color of aged parchment and o° ered a whi° of roasted ham. Although bear fat wasn’t on her planned menu, Chesman graciously agreed to sauté some cauliflower florets in it for a taste. They were delicious, the nutty vegetable complemented by the light, clean nuttiness of the fat without a hint of gaminess. While she cooked, Chesman explained why animal fats have been given a bad rap. “People conflated all animal fats with exclusively saturated fat, but they’re not,” she said. “They’re anywhere from 50 to 60 percent monounsaturated fat.” There is increasing scientific evidence, Chesman claims, that in the fight against diet-related diseases, “It’s more than likely the medical, public health and nutrition community focused on the wrong villain.” According to Chesman’s research, which she details in her cookbook, chemically extracted vegetable seed oils actually present the greater risk to human health. She does note that cold-pressed olive oil is a traditional source of fat and an exception. “Human beings evolved eating animal fats,” Chesman pointed out, until vegetable oils were mass-marketed and largely took their place in American kitchens in the mid-20th century. “It was the thing to do. We thought it was for health reasons,” she said.

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DUCK FAT-ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH POMEGRANATE-MUSTARD DRIZZLE Adapted slightly from ˜ e Fat Kitchen: How to Render, Cure & Cook With Lard, Tallow & Poultry Fat by Andrea Chesman Roasting is the very best way to prepare Brussels sprouts — with any animal fat. Do not overcrowd the pan, or the lovely sprouts will steam rather than sear. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup (1.7 ounces or 50 grams) duck fat or any poultry fat 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, halved (or quartered, if large) 2 apples, peeled and diced 1/2 cup walnut pieces 2 garlic cloves, minced

DRIZZLE 2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses or apple cider syrup 2 teaspoons balsamic or apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon maple syrup

DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place a half sheet pan in the oven to preheat at the same time. Put the duck fat on the hot sheet pan and turn and tilt until the fat evenly coats it. Add the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat with the fat. Spread out in a single layer on the pan. Roast for about 10 minutes, until the sprouts are mostly tender and lightly colored. Add the apples, walnuts and garlic and continue roasting for another ﬁve minutes, until the sprouts are lightly browned and tender. Stir or shake the pan once for even cooking. While the Brussels sprouts roast, combine the molasses, vinegar, mustard and maple syrup in a small bowl and whisk to blend. Drizzle over the hot Brussels sprouts and apples and serve immediately. Serves four.

Chesman cautioned that she is not advocating consuming supermarket lard or rendering your own fat from conventionally raised meats. She buys most of her fat from Vermont farmers who raise their animals on pasture, which delivers meat and fat with beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. Working some of that local, pastured lard into the crust for an apple tart, Chesman explained the culinary benefits. The pastry would be flakier because the fat has a higher melting point than butter, she said, “so the pastry has more time to set up and form its structure before the fat melts.” The pastry went out on the porch to chill, and Chesman turned her attention to the chicken-fat-and-buttermilk biscuits that would top chicken-and-vegetable pot pie filling. That f illing, which she had already made, started with bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. “I never buy boneless, skinless chicken,” Chesman said. “Chicken tastes so much better cooked on the bone, and I just pull o° the skin [before cooking] to freeze it for rendering later.” She also collects fat from all the whole chickens and chicken parts she buys and adds it to containers in the freezer until she has enough to render e˝ ciently. The topic prompted her to pull out a container of gribenes from the fridge to warm in a small cast-iron pan for another prelunch snack: “a little Jewish treat,” she said happily. Finished with some diced onion and cooked until mahogany, the crisp morsels would not only make the best bar snack ever but could crown a salad, add crunch and flavor to a turkey sandwich, or sub beautifully for fried onions on the Thanksgiving green bean casserole. The animal-fats tasting menu continued with lunch around the table in what Chesman called “the Robert Frost memorial dining room.” The biscuits had baked up tall and flu° y, kept separate from their bubbling filling so they wouldn’t get soggy, she explained. The lard crust of the duck-fat apple tart achieved the simultaneously tender and flaky ideal, complemented by the slightly savory fruit filling. After the meal, Chesman beamed and readied to attack the big pile of dishes. “I have a compulsion to feed people,” she said. Contact: pasanen@sevendaysvt.com

INFO ˜ e Fat Kitchen: How to Render, Cure & Cook With Lard, Tallow & Poultry Fat, by Andrea Chesman, Storey Publishing, 304 pages. $24.95. Book signing and recipe tasting, Saturday, November 17, 1 to 3 p.m., at Kiss the Cook in Middlebury; and Saturday, December 8, noon to 3 p.m., at Kiss the Cook in Burlington. andreachesman.com

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COCKTAIL MENU RELAUNCH Burlington’s hometown arcade renovates its cocktail list with boozy beverages fit for the winter season. Thursda , November 15, 4 p.m.2 a.m., the Archives, Burlington. Cost of food and drink. Info, 448-4333, thearchivesbar.com.

NEW WINE RELEASE PARTY Oenophiles imbibe nouveau-style wines from 2018’s grape harvest, along with debut vintages from 2017 and earlier. Saturday, November 17, 11 a.m.5 p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard, New Haven. Free. Info, 388-7368, lincolnpeakvineyard.com.

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chicken wings, salads, pies, pork dumplings, tequila, vegetable lo mein — and the list goes on. After a mile or so, my aimless amble acquired a destination: the Alchemist brewery. Even though it wasn’t among village destinations, I couldn’t resist: I tasted three beers f or a f un noontime snack. This gleaming oasis of beer production makes for an excellent field trip on a weekday, when the taproom is clear of crowds and you can talk to employees about their dreams for the upcoming downhill season and read about the brewery’s innovative water-treatment system. Then I walked back downhill on the empty bike path for more village eats.

said, explaining that the restaurant and bar could get noisy for guests at the inn. A breakfast place held an appeal for Biron, too, who closed Mi Casa in the winter of 2015. “I’m not getting any younger,” said Biron, 66. “I didn’t like the nighttime scene for a restaurant.” In changing over his business, Biron added two guest rooms on the ground fl or — making a total of eight in the house — and created Butler’s Pantry in the back. A set of east-facing windows offers a street view from the dining room, while a bar at the back of the room presents a place to watch the tube. I took a seat at the bar and watched some morning sports shows.

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Butler’s Pantry is in a stately brick building on Main Street that was built in 1830, when it was the home of Stowe attorney Orion Butler. Its more recent incarnations include housing Mexican restaurants Eggs Benedict at Butler’s Pantry Frida’s Taqueria and Grill and Mi Casa Kitchen & Bar. In the summer of 2016, building owner Biron’s daughter, Zoe, a New England Paul Biron (proprietor of Mi Casa) opened Culinary Institute graduate, is the chef at a little breakfast place on the ground floo . Butler’s Pantry; his son, Max, is a server The hours would be a more suitable fit for there and was ready with a strong cup of a building that is also a guesthouse, Biron coffee soon after I sat down.

LUNCH: DEPOT STREET MALT SHOP 57 Depot St., 253-4269, Facebook

The one-two punch of sweet and salty, in that order, ruled a leisurely and inexpensive lunch at Depot Street Malt Shop. The family-friendly restaurant with a ’50s theme and an ice cream parlor vibe has been serving the good stuff — burgers, fries, BLTs and ice cream — a block from Main Street for 25 years. I started with the mochaccino frappé — which is a fancy way of saying an oldfashioned mocha milkshake — and moved on to a Reuben with onion rings. Each was exactly what you’d want it to be: The milkshake was thick, frothy and chocolaty but with a coffee kick. The onion rings were salty and super crispy, without any sogginess or gloppy grease that sometimes afflict them. They paired well with the grilled rye that held my pastrami and Swiss. From the selection of burger specials, my friend chose the one topped with mozzarella and pesto. Looking down at us as we ate our lunch were Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn, two of the glamorous stars of yesteryear whose black-andwhite photographs grace the Malt Shop’s walls. Every time my eyes met theirs (Hepburn’s concealed by shades), I felt a twinge of envy and thought, If Monroe or Hepburn ever ate onion rings, they probably shared just one. The day af ter our lunch, I learned something about dining in Stowe in a phone call with Ray Knight, kitchen manager at the Malt Shop. Knight, 37, is a graduate of Stowe High School who’s been working at local restaurants since he was 15, when he started washing dishes at McCarthy’s Restaurant. He became a father at 18 SALLY POLLAK

t’s hard to top a mochaccino frappé, but if I had to pick a drink to surpass this frothy concoction, it would probably be a spiked version: a salted-caramel milkshake dosed with bourbon and mixed with cold-brew. The f rappé is on the menu at the Depot Street Malt Shop in Stowe, where it’s served in a tall glass and slurped up fast. The boozy milkshake is at Doc Ponds on the Mountain Road, a little north and uphill from the Malt Shop. But drinking and eating at Doc Ponds — and countless other restaurants on the Mountain Road — was out of bounds on a recent food trek to the Lamoille County town seven miles downhill from Stowe Mountain Resort. I ate three meals in Stowe on low ground at village restaurants that were accessible by foot. Despite this self-imposed restriction, I took a walk uphill between breakfast and lunch on a blue-sky day last week. My stroll started in the historic cemetery behind the Stowe town offic , where the fir t burial took place in 1798. Two hundred and 20 years later, on the morning after Election Day, U.S. and Vermont flags waved above the gravestones in a stand of bare trees that seemed to announce: Winter is coming. (Indeed, Stowe Mountain Resort is scheduled to open on November 16.) Continuing my walk, I thought I’d count the number of restaurants on a stretch of Mountain Road. I quit counting at 20 — the day was too beautiful to waste on calculation. But I noted the seemingly limitless options en route: bagels, tacos, sushi, subs, pancakes, pizza, burgers,

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I’d heard good things about Zoe’s biscuits and ordered eggs Benedict in part because the meal is served on them. The eggs, which dripped golden yolk when I popped them, were a match for the tangy, generously poured Hollandaise sauce. My vegetarian Benedict came with spinach, sliced tomato and enough steamed greens to enjoy with every bite. A late breakfast crowd filled the dining room; a couple at the bar indulged in mimosas made with f resh-squeezed orange juice. I was tempted to order one, but breakfast felt complete with eggs and coffe , and I was ready for my walk up the hill. As it turned out, I’d refresh myself with IPA at the Alchemist.

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and, to support Reuben and onion rings at the Depot Street Malt Shop his baby son, added to his full-time job at McCarthy’s a part-time gig at Depot Street Malt Shop. That son is now 18; Knight has been working at the Malt Shop off and on for his entire adult life. “We have t h e fa m i l y three-and-a-half-hectatmosphere are vineyard in Abruzzo, here,” Knight Italy. The wine was juicy said. “We’re and earthy, a rich ruby the type of red. Like other wines place that the served at Cork — which kids can come is a wine shop and bar h e r e a ft e r as well as a restaurant — school without Rabasco’s wine is natutheir parents rally produced. and hang out. “We’re really talking about wine with They get their ice cream a sense of place, wine a n d a ft e rthat is organic or biodyschool snacks namically grown, with — popcorn minimal additives and Arancini with saffron risotto, sweet chicken, mac corn, house herbs, sausage and cheddar interventions,” said Cork and cheese, at Cork Wine Bar & Market wine director Katie Nichols, the sister of business and fries — and just kind owner Danielle Nichols. of be kids. We have that small-town Danielle opened the fir t Cork seven atmosphere.” years ago in Waterbury. She opened the Rattling off the names of Stowe location in Stowe, her hometown, three restaurants where he’s worked, Knight years ago at the former site of the Blue mentioned Gracie’s, Piecasso, Stowefla e Moon Café, a beloved village dining spot. Mountain Resort & Spa, and the Shed (Cork’s Waterbury location closed in July.) Restaurant & Brewery. In the village or Our Cork dinner was a constellation on the Mountain Road, the businesses are of small plates from the kitchen of execubound by Stowe’s seasonal cycle. tive chef Chuck Spock, who joined Cork “You have your up times of years and a year and a half ago from Stone Corral your down times of years,” Knight said. Brewery in Richmond. Our starter was “It’s definitely tough on Stowe busi- steamed mussels with Thai chile, scalnesses. Knowing how to manage and get lion and shredded red cabbage, which through is a task, for sure.” required extra bread to sop up the drinkable broth. I followed this with vegetable antipasto, a mélange of seasonal vegetables and cranberries sprinkled with pine nuts and shaved Parmesan. Fried arancini balls were filled with 35 School St., 760-6143, corkvt.com cheddar and sausage and served on a spread It was orange-wine night at Cork when of herb aioli. I (begrudgingly) shared this my friend and I showed up for dinner. dish so I could pilfer from my friend’s The event in the bar area of the small wonderful plate of squash and chèvre ravirestaurant was a book launch and a tast- oli, chewy and bright. Thankfully, I had ing for orange wine, which is white wine room for dessert: a slice of chocolate tart fermented with its skins. with a scoop of housemade lemon-thyme We bypassed the festivities to take a ice cream drizzled with caramel. Our meal table for two in the window-lined dining ended on par with its excellent and intriguroom. I kicked off the evening with a ing wine beginning. m superb glass of Montepulciano made by Iole Rabasco, a winemaker with a Contact: sally@sevendaysvt.com

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VERMONT WOMENPRENEURS FALL SHOWCASE: Budding entrepreneurs ﬁnd inspiration in 15 women-owned businesses from a mix of industries, services and products. Study Hall Collective, Burlington, 6:25 p.m. $15. Info, 391-4281.

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GREENER DRINKS: Supporters of commonsense cannabis reform sip beverages and discuss the culture, industry and politics of the agricultural product. Zenbarn, Waterbury, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@ vtcannabisbrands.com.

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COFFEE TALK: Friends, neighbors and AARP Vermont volunteers catch up on upcoming activities and issues facing older Vermonters. Nomad Coffee — South End Station, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, vt@aarp.org.

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FIBER RIOT!: Crafters get hooked on knitting, crocheting, spinning and more at an informal weekly gathering. Mad River Fiber Arts & Mill, Waitsfield, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7746. GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAPTER OF THE EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA: Needleand-thread enthusiasts fine-tune their techniques. Ascension Lutheran Church, South Burlington, 9:30 a.m. Free for first-timers; bring a bag lunch. Info, 922-8936.

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HENRY SHELDON MUSEUM OF VERMONT HISTORY ANNUAL MEETING & DINNER: Friends of the museum gather for a meal and a talk by Vermont Historical Society executive director Stephen Perkins. Kirk Alumni Center, Middlebury College, 5:30 p.m. $50; preregister; cash bar. Info, 388-2117. OPEN MIC NIGHT: Feats of comedy, music, poetry and storytelling fill five-, 10- and 15-minute time slots. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 7-9 p.m. Donations. Info, info@ mainstreetmuseum.org. WOMEN UNITED NETWORKING & EDUCATIONAL EVENT: ° e viewing of a short film paves the way for a panel discussion about members of Vermont’s female workforce and the challenges and opportunities they face. Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $25. Info, 603-630-1711.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘THE DESTRUCTION OF MEMORY’: Director Tom Slade is on hand for a Q&A following a screening of this award-winning documentary exploring the ongoing war on culture and the heroism of those ﬁghting to save it. Tuttle Hall ° eater, College of St. Joseph, Rutland, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 773-5900. ‘IN BETWEEN MOUNTAINS AND OCEANS’: A 2016 documentary shown as part of the Architecture + Design Film Series highlights the contrast between traditional

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Japanese wisdom and modern life. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, reception, 6 p.m.; screening, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, adfilmseries@gmail.com. ‘THE POST’: Meryl Streep portrays Katharine Graham, the first female publisher of a major American newspaper, in this fact-based drama about the race to expose a massive cover-up of government secrets. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 6-8 p.m. $5. Info, 533-2000. ‘PRECIOUS’: Gabourey Sidibe stars as an abused teen struggling to take her life in a new direction. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600. SOUNDS GOOD: MUSICTHEMED MOVIES: 1997’s ˜ e Harmonists strikes a chord with viewers. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

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BENEFIT BAKE: Pizza lovers dine on slices in support of the Vermont Dance Alliance. Partial proceeds from each ﬂatbread sold are donated. American Flatbread Burlington Hearth, 5-11 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, info@vermontdance.org. COMMUNITY NIGHT: Carnivores dine on inventive comfort fare in support of the Vermont Community Garden Network. Partial proceeds from the evening’s sales are donated. Butch + Babe’s, Burlington, 5-9 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 495-0716.

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Distinguished Speaker In 2016, Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, then 34 years old, became the youngest person ever to win the National Book Award f or Nonﬁction f or his second book, Stamped From the Beginning: The Deﬁnitive History of Racist Ideas in America. A professor of history and international relations and f ounding director of the Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University in Washington, D.C., Kendi brings his breadth of knowledge to the 45th annual Vermont Humanities Fall Conf erence. Members of the public are invited to listen in on his keynote address, “Racist Ideas in America: From Slavery to Black Lives Matter.”

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IBRAM X. KENDI Friday, November 16, 7:30 p.m., at Ira Allen Chapel, University of Vermont, in Burlington. Free. Info, 262-1355, vermonthumanities.org.

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oop-diving, plate-spinning and juggling, oh my! ˜ e graceful and athletic entertainers of the New Chinese Acrobats serve up all this and more in an awe-inspiring Green Mountain State performance. Created in collaboration with Montréal’s worldfamous Cirque Eloize, this elite touring ensemble combines modern-day techniques with ancient Chinese folk-art traditions in a dynamic show for all ages. Innovative stage design, eye-catching lighting and gravity-defying stunts make for a downright magical spectacle.

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The Flynn Center for f or the Perf Performing orming Arts continues its of musical commitment to showcasing the intermingling of traditions in Vermont with its New Voices concert series. Now in its third season, the series shines a light on local perf ormers, many of and regional performers, of whom have immigrant ugee backgrounds. The ﬁ or ref refugee first concert of of the 2018-19 of Drums,” features f eatures Ghanaian ensemble season, “Night of the Five Town All-Stars, led by drummer Victor Koblavi Dogah, and the all-female Korean drum troupe Sori Mori. ﬁnd that “the world rhythms of of Audience members may fi f riends and neighbors have reset the our new American friends heartbeat of Burlington,” as the Flynn Center puts it in a press release.

If you’re a patron of the performing arts, LNT Aid is a prime opportunity to show support ﬁfth year, the theater company puts on for Montpelier’s Lost Nation Theater. For the fi beneﬁt concert featuring songs, stories and laughter galore. This year’s lineup an epic benefi includes top Vermont artists such as folk chanteuse Patti Casey, singer-songwriter Jon f eel-good rocker Chad Hollister and raconteur George Woodard. Gailmor (pictured), feel-good o° eat Vermont actor Rick Ames serving as MC and several surprise guests With offb waiting in the wings, this star-studded fundraiser is worthy of a standing ovation.

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LNT AID ˜Thursday, November 15, 7:30 p.m., at Montpelier City Hall Arts Center. $25; cash bar. Info, 229-0492, lostnationtheater.org.

‘NEW VOICES: NIGHT OF DRUMS’ Saturday, November 17, 8 p.m., at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $15. Info, 863-5966, ﬂynntix.org.

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NIGHTSHADE KITCHEN: A unique meal made up of regional cuisine pairs perfectly with intimate performances by Warm Water and Emma Cook. North End Studios, Burlington, 8-11 p.m. $5; $5 per plate; preregister. Info, 707-291-4283.

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PINOCHLE & RUMMY: Card sharks engage in friendly competition. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

RESILIENCE FLOW: Individuals affected by a traumatic brain injury engage in a gentle yoga practice. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262. WEDNESDAY GUIDED MEDITATION: Participants learn to relax and let go. Burlington Friends Meeting House, 5:306:30 p.m. Free. Info, 318-8605.

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‘ELF: THE MUSICAL’: Buddy the elf travels from the North Pole to Manhattan to find his bi th father in this stage adaptation of Will Ferrell’s modern classic Christmas movie. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $25-75. Info, 863-5966.

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PIANO RECITAL: Students of Diana Fanning showcase their skills on the keys. Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168.

ACROYOGA CLASS: The mindfu ness and breath of yoga meet the playful aspects of acrobatics in a partner practice. No partners or experience required. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 7-8:15 p.m. Donations. Info, 448-4262.

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LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: ¡Hola! Language lovers perfect their fluenc . Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

BLOOD DRUM SPIRIT: The internationally renowned worldmusic jazz quartet draws on decades of experience for a beatdriven concert. McCarthy Arts Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2284.

MAH JONGG: Participants of all levels enjoy friendly bouts of this tile-based game. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1-3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

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Michael’s College, Colchester, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2000.

PIES FOR PEOPLE CRUSTROLLING PARTY: Volunteers roll up their sleeves and prepare 150 pastry crusts to be donated to area food pantries. Dunbar Hall, Sterling College, Craftsbury Common, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 586-7711.

CRIBBAGE TEAMS: Longtime players and neophytes alike aim for a value of 15 or 31 in this competitive card game. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

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MEGHAN RODIER, PETER DANFORTH, DANIELLE OWCZARSKI & STACI POMEROY: Several experts impart their knowledge in “Green Storm Water Infrastructure and Flume Demonstration.” Room 207, Bentley Hall, Northern Vermont University-Johnson, 4-5:15 p.m. Free. Info, les.kanat@northern vermont.edu.

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ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: Based on the novel of the same name, this Tony Award-winning musical follows the struggles of a gifted little girl against her neglectful parents and cruel headmistress. Presented by Northern Stage. Barrette Center for the Arts, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. $19-69. Info, 296-7000.

MIDDAY, MIDWEEK MEANDER: Outdoors-loving ladies take in the beauty of woods and fields in the company of other women. Huntington Open Women’s Land, 1-2 p.m. Donations. Info, 434-3953.

WEDNESDAYS@7: Grange Hall Cultural Center and MOXIE Productions invites locals to a staged reading of David LindsayAbaire’s Good People, a poignant comedy about the narratives people write about their luck, circumstances and chosen actions. Grange Hall Cultural Center, Waterbury Center, 7-9 p.m. Donations. Info, grangehallcc@ gmail.com.

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DIY WEATHERIZATION WORKSHOP: Homeowners bank budget-friendly methods for improving energy efficienc . Craftsbury Public Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, craftsburyenergy committee@gmail.com. ENERGY BENCHMARKING: SAVE TIME, ENERGY & MONEY: Property owners, builders and others are trained to save time, energy and money by using Energy Star Portfolio Manager. Burlington Electric Department, 8-9:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 735-2192. WINTER BIRD FEEDING: Which winged species spend the coldweather months in Vermont and why? Avian enthusiast learn all this and more. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6:307:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

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AMANDA ANDERSON: Foodies munch on a bag lunch while reveling in the speaker’s culinary adventures. The ermont Italian Cultural Association provides drinks and dessert. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, noon. Free. Info, 878-6955. BRIAN OSBORNE: Speaking as part of the Vinspire: Informing and Inspiring the North Country series, the doctor discusses a holistic approach to understanding the body. Strand Center for the Arts, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 518-563-1604. CURRENT EVENTS CONVERSATION: Newsworthy subjects take the spotlight in this informal discussion. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 878-4918.

AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: SOUTH TO NORTH: Readers discuss In My Father’s House by Ernest J. Gaines. South Burlington Community Library, University Mall, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: Fans of the written word delve into Jenny Erpenbeck’s Go, Went, Gone. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. BROWN BAG LUNCH: BERNIE LAMBEK: Fans of legal drama listen up as the Montpelier lawyer and author reads from his recent novel, Uncivil Liberties. South Burlington Community Library, University Mall, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140. FICTION WORKSHOP: Readers focus on elements of the craft when responding to work by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104. LORI L. MACLAUGHLIN: The local author autographs copies of her new fantasy adventure novel, The Road Once aken. Phoenix Books, Essex, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. MELANIE FINN: In “Writing from the Outside In: How an Outsider Writes Into the Northeast Kingdom” the Kenyan-born author discusses the development of her latest thriller, The Underneath, which is set primarily in the NEK. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1393. RECOVERY WRITE NOW: Wordsmiths in recovery let their creativity flow in a lively and supportive setting. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 6-7:15 p.m. Free. Info, writelife1@hotmail.com.

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST BOOK CLUB: Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes sparks a lively dialogue. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-561-6920. VERMONT HUMANITIES COUNCIL READING & DISCUSSION SERIES: Author Deborah Lee Luskin leads a deep dive into Ernest J. Gaines’ In My Father’s House. Hartland Public Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 243-2473. WRITING CIRCLE: Words pour out when participants explore creative expression in a lowpressure environment. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 303.

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AN EVENING TO HONOR WOMEN’S RIGHTS: Eighteen Vermont women recount their sexual and reproductive health histories in Willow O’Feral’s documentary Break the Silence. A discussion with the fi lmmaker and representatives from WomenSafe and Planned Parenthood of Northern New England follows. Town Hall Theate , Middlebury, 6:30 p.m. $10-20. Info, 382-9222.

business

BURLINGTON YOUNG PROFESSIONALS MEETUP: Networking opportunities and free snacks abound during an informal social hour. Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3489. RUTLAND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NOVEMBER MIX: Area businesspeople mix, mingle and get a behind-thescenes glimpse of the brewery from owner Dale Patterson. Rutland Beer Works, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 775-4321.

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BURLINGTON WALK/BIKE COUNCIL MONTHLY MEETING: Two-wheeled travelers get in gear to discuss ways to improve conditions for cyclists and pedestrians. Room 12, Burlington City Hall, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 430-4652. POC IN VT AFFINITY GROUP: People of color come together in the name of sharing stories and building community in a predominately white state. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2345, ext. 9.

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MOUNT MANSFIELD SCALE MODELERS: Hobbyists break out the superglue and sweat the small stuff at a miniature construction skill swap. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:308:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-0765.

dance

DANCE MASTER CLASS: Duane Lee Holland provides

an introduction to the theory, practice, aesthetics and historical foundations of hip-hop dance. Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. SALSA NIGHT: DJ JP spins salsa, bachata, merengue and kizomba selections for an evening of moving and shaking. The Old Post, South Burlington, 7-11 p.m. Free. Info, 497-0202.

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HU CHANT: SOUND OF SOUL: People of all faiths lift their voices in a spiritual exercise followed by contemplation and conversation. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 7:15-8 p.m. Free. Info, 800-772-9390. JOB HUNT HELP: Community College of Vermont interns assist employment seekers with everything from résumé-writing to online applications. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1393. NEW CHINESE ACROBATS: Blending ancient folk traditions of the Far East with modern techniques, this elite ensemble dazzles with gravity-defying aerials and theatrical staging. See calendar spotlight. Stannard Gymnasium, Northern Vermont University-Lyndon, 7 p.m. $33-36; free for students. Info, 748-2600.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘THE DOCTOR FROM INDIA’: A filmmaker Q&A fo lows a screening of this 2018 documentary about doctor Vasant Lad, who brought Ayurvedic medicine to the West in the late 1970s. Palace 9 Cinemas, South Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $8-10. Info, 660-9300. ‘KALI YUGA CHANTS’: Shot over 10 years, this documentary film chronicles one couple’s attempt to use practical spirituality to help kids overcome trauma.

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Light drinks and snacks are provided. Maglianero, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $10-15. Info, 343-8440. ‘A PLACE AT THE TABLE’: Seen through the eyes of specific children and families, Kristi Jacobson and Lori Silverbush’s documentary examines poverty and hunger in America. A panel discussion follows. Hardwick St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, 6:30-9 p.m. $5-10. Info, 533-9370.

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THE GREATEST SILENCE: RAPE IN THE CONGO FILM SCREENING & BENEFIT Join us to learn about ibutwa & our work with, Nobel peace prize winner Dr. Denis Mukwege, to support survivors of the conflict over lawless mining in the D.R. Congo

REEL ROCK FILM TOUR 13: Climbing’s biggest stories and athletes are the subjects of four new films fu l of edge-of-yourseat action. Petra Cliffs Climbing Center & Mountaineering School, Burlington, vendors and food truck, 6 p.m.; show, 7:30 p.m. $810. Info, 657-3872.

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COMMUNITY LUNCH: Gardengrown fare makes for a delicious and nutritious midday meal. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 309.

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CHITTENDEN COUNTY CHESS CLUB: Checkmate! Strategic thinkers make calculated moves as they vie for their opponents’ kings. Shaw’s, Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-5403.

health & fitnes

ADVANCED SUN TAI CHI 73: Participants keep active with a sequence of slow, controlled movements. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

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BEGINNERS TAI CHI CLASS: Students get a feel for the ancient Chinese practice. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

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CHAIR YOGA WITH SANGHA STUDIO: Supported poses promote health and wellbeing. Champlain Senior Center, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 448-4262. COMMUNITY MINDFULNESS: A 20-minute guided practice with Andrea O’Connor alleviates stress and tension. Tea and a discussion follow. Winooski Senior Center, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 233-1161. RUTLAND ZEN SANGHA MEDITATION: Folks meet for a Zen Buddhist spiritual practice including meditation and liturgy. Email for more info before attending. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, 7:15-7:45 a.m. Donations. Info, ryohad@ comcast.net. YANG 24 TAI CHI: Slow, graceful, expansive movements promote wide-ranging health and fitness benefits. Great Room, Wright House, Harrington Village, Shelburne, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 735-5467. YOGA: A Sangha Studio instructor guides students who are in recovery toward achieving inner THU.15

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FRENCH CONVERSATION: Speakers improve their linguistic dexterity in the Romantic tongue. Bradford Public Library, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536.

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LNT AID: Vermont musicians Patti Casey, Jon Gailmor, Chad Hollister and others take to the stage in support of Montpelier’s Lost Nation Theate . See calendar spotlight. Montpelier City Hall Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. $25; cash bar. Info, 229-0492. NORTHERN VERMONT SONGWRITERS: Melody makers meet to share ideas and maximize their creativity. Call for details. Catamount Outback Artspace, St. Johnsbury, 6:45 p.m. Free. Info, 467-9859. UNIVERSITY JAZZ ENSEMBLE: Alex Stewart directs student musicians in works by Maria Schneider, Thad Jones and ot ers. University of Vermont Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-3040.

AUDUBON WEST RUTLAND MARSH MONITORING WALK: New birders, nonmembers and kids are welcome to spot and record winged species. Meet at the boardwalk. West Rutland Marsh, 8-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, birding@ rutlandcountyaudubon.org.

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BACKYARD SUGARING: Craving Vermont’s famous fla or? Retired University of Vermont Extension maple specialist George Cook taps into the art of making maple syrup at home. New England Federal Credit Union, Williston, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-400-8790.

LIFE AFTER DEATH: All are welcome to discuss what lies beyond the veil in an workshop with Eckankar. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 800-772-9390.

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ATTILA TOTH: Hailing from the Slovak University of Agriculture, the assistant professor plants seeds of knowledge in “How Does Your Stormwater Grow?: Examining Green Infrastructure in Europe.” The Ga lery at Main Street Landing, Burlington, social hour, 6 p.m.; presentation, 7 p.m. Free. Info, info@vtasla.org. JIM MURPHY: The St. Albans resident is on track with his talk, “The Railroad Histo y of the State of Vermont.” Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University, Northfield, noon. Free. Info, 485-2183. LUNCH & LEARN: Brattleboro State Senator Becca Balint and State Representative Emily Kornheiser examine the political landscape in their talk, “Women and Authority.” Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, noon. $6. Info, 863-4214. MARGO CAULFIELD: The author of Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn: The Writer Who Changed History shares her knowledge in the Third Thursday talk “’ Wrote and Waited’: Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn’s Life in Cavendish, Vermont.” Bring a lunch. Room 133, University Heights South, University of Vermont, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 479-8500. SUZANNE PRESTON BLIER: The Harvard University professor looks back in time in “Emperor and Poet: Mansa Musa, Al Saheli and the Unlikely 1325 Friendship That Built imbuktu and the Mali Empire.” Sabra Field Lecture Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. TERRYL KINDER: Faculty, students and others lend their ears for the annual Saint Edmund Lecture, “The Material Culture of Saint Edmund of Abington.” Roy Event Room, Dion Family Student Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2000.

tech

GREATER BURLINGTON WOMEN’S FORUM LUNCH: ‘WHERE HAVE ALL THE WOMEN GONE? #WOMENINTECH’: Female tech professionals retrace their career paths. Informal networking follows. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, noon-1:30 p.m. Free; BYO lunch. Info, leaders@btvwomen.org. TECH SUPPORT: Need an email account? Want to enjoy ebooks? Bring your phone, tablet or laptop to a weekly help session. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291, ext. 302. TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR: CYBER SECURITY 101: Attendees learn how to safeguard their devices and information against modernday threats. St. Johnsbury

Athenaeum, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1393.

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‘THE ARABIAN NIGHTS’: Ancient yet timely, a play for all ages follows the story of Scheherazade and the tales she tells a sultan to save her own life and the lives of the other women of the court. Presented by Encore Theatre. Rutland High School, 7 p.m. $5-8. Info, 770-1134. ‘BIG FISH’: A father-to-be is determined to learn the truth behind his own dad’s epic tales in this musical interpretation of Daniel Wallace’s celebrated novel. Essex High School, 7-9:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, aperry@ewsd.org. ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’: Students interpret the classic Disney tale about the undersea adventures of Ariel, who longs to live above water. Burlington High School, 7-9 p.m. $8-12. Info, bhsvtdrama@gmail.com. NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: ‘ALLELUJAH!’: Live from London’s Bridge Theatre comes playwright Alan Bennett’s latest hilarious work about the daily struggles on the Dusty Springfield Geriatric Ward at a Yorkshire hospital. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $16-25. Info, 748-2600. ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: See WED.14. ‘SHREK: THE MUSICAL’: Student actors stage the hilarious adventures of a lovable ogre and his cast of misfits. Be lows Free Academy, St. Albans, 7 p.m. $6-8. Info, 527-6555. ‘SMOKE AND MIRRORS’: Plainfield Little Theatre raise the curtain on a new work by local playwright Tom Blachly based on the rollicking 1840 presidential election. Plainfield own Hall Opera House, 7 p.m. $10-12. Info, 229-5290. ‘THE TURN OF THE SCREW’: New York’s Grace Experience and Burlington’s Bruce Campbell star in this theatrical rendition of Henry James’ classic ghost story, presented by the Middlebury Actors Workshop. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $25. Info, 863-5966.

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ED KOREN: The New Yorker cartoonist taps into the ironies of rural living in Koren: In the Wild. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 7 p.m. $3. Info, 448-3350. MARK REDMOND: Heard on “The Moth Radio Hou ,” the local raconteur steps into the spotlight with his one-person storytelling show, “So Shines a Good Deed.” Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10; preregister; cash bar. Info, 863-5966. POETRY WORKSHOP: Wordsmiths analyze creative works-in-progress penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

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SOUNDCHECK: Slam poet Rajnii Eddins leads teen wordsmiths in a writing workshop followed by an open mic. Pizza fuels the fun. BCA Center, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7166.

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CYCLES OF LIFE CAFÉ: Community members come together to listen, talk and share their experiences in the ever-changing world. Lunch is available, and conversations are confidential. win Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3322. FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: Senior citizens and their guests catch up over a shared meal. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, noon-1 p.m. $7-9; preregister. Info, 262-6288.

conferences

VERMONT HUMANITIES COUNCIL FALL CONFERENCE: The theme “The Ebb and Flo of Optimism Through American History” guides two days of breakout sessions and plenary talks. Davis Center, University of Vermont, Burlington, 4-9 p.m. $79-129; preregister. Info, 262-1355.

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CRAFTY CRAP NIGHT: Participants bring supplies or ongoing projects and an adventurous attitude to share creative time with other people in recovery. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.

dance

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING: Singles, couples and beginners are welcome to join in a dance social featuring the waltz, tango and more. Williston Jazzercise

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Fitness Center, 8-9:30 p.m. $8. Info, 862-2269. ECSTATIC DANCE VERMONT: Inspired by the 5Rhythms dance practice, attendees move, groove, release and open their hearts to life in a safe and sacred space. Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, fearnessence@gmail.com. ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: Wendy Gilchrist and Val Medve lead adults and teens in steps popular in the time of Jane Austen. Bring potluck snacks. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, beginners’ class, 6:30 p.m.; dance, 7-9:30 p.m. $10-15. Info, 881-9732. SWING DANCE CLASSES: Richard Cormier and Sherri McKirryher help beginners find their foo ing. Bring water and comfortable shoes. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, 6:30-8 p.m. Donations. Info, 775-0356.

education

CELEBRATION OF SCHOLARSHIP: Folks fête SUNY Plattsburgh faculty accomplishments. Benjamin F. Feinberg Library, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-564-5402. WOODWORKING CERTIFICATE GRADUATION: Members of the public mingle with students of the design and building school, and marvel at their handiwork. Round Barn Farm, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 888-496-5541.

for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m., 1:30 & 4 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

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MONTSHIRE UNLEASHED: Grown-ups let their scientific curiosity run wild during afterhours activities. Local fare, wine and Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse brews are available for purchase. Montshire Museum of Science, Norwich, 6:30-9 p.m. $7-10; free for members; for ages 21 and up. Info, 649-2200. WINE TASTING: Sips of wine, beer and hard cider complement hors d’oeuvres, live music and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Travis Roy Foundation. The Essex Resort & Spa, 7-9 p.m. $50; preregister; for ages 21 and up. Info, 879-2839.

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CHILL TO THE ‘CHI’ QIGONG: Meditative, relaxing movement patterns are based on ancient Chinese concepts of health and well-being. Waterbury Public Library, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 244-7036.

‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: How and why did the pterosaur take to the sky? A captivating motion picture full of 3D filming techno ogy and CGI explores this question. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 12:30 & 3:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: Shot on location in South Africa, New Zealand, Mexico and California, this film seeks the truth behind the mythic and stigmatized underwater creature. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11:30 a.m., 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848. ‘THE LAST REEF 3D’: Viewers visit a living city beneath the sea via an awe-inspiring film. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center

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ACUDETOX: Attendees in recovery undergo acupuncture to the ear to propel detoxification. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.

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CHAIR YOGA: Students with limited mobility limber up with modified poses. Sangha Studio — North, Burlington, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.

TAROT READINGS: A spiritual mentor consults her cards to offer guidance and clarity. Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $1 per minute; preregister. Info, studio@zenbarnvt.com.

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GONG MEDITATION: Sonic vibrations lead to healing and deep relaxation. Yoga Roots, Williston, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $18. Info, 318-6050.

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LIVING RECOVERY: Folks overcoming substance abuse move, breathe and make positive change in a moderately paced flow oga class. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.

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MOVE TO THE MUSIC: Propelled by music ranging from big band to country western, participants sit or stand while completing light strength- and balanceboosting activities. Waterbury Public Library, 11 a.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 244-7036.

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REFUGE RECOVERY: A LOVE SUPREME: Buddhist philosophy is the foundation of this mindfulness-based addictionrecovery community. Turning Point Center, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 861-3150. RUTLAND ZEN SANGHA MEDITATION: See THU.15.

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Find club dates in the music section. 8 CUERDAS: Soprano Sarah Cullins and guitarist Daniel Gaviria join forces for a spirited program with a special focus on Argentinean composers. Swan Dojo, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $5-25. Info, 999-2357.

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DON MCLEAN: The famed “American Pie” singer performs songs spanning the breadth of his nearly fi e-decade career. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. $45-65. Info, 775-0570. ‘MISSA LUBA’: Student singers lift their voices alongside internationally renowned world-music jazz quartet blood drum spirit in a setting of the Catholic Mass in Congolese style. Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 443-6433. SHAWN MULLINS: The Grammy Award-nominated folk singer performs tunes from throughout his lengthy career — including, of course, his 1998 smash “Lullabye.” University of Vermont Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $5-35. Info, 656-3131.

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SONGS & TALES: Local folk musicians Patti Casey and Pete Sutherland use their talent to support the Center for Arts and Learning. Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $15-25; free for kids 5 and under. Info, 595-5252. THANKS: A CELEBRATION OF ONLINE & IRL FRIENDSHIP: Peaer, Father Figuer and Mean Folk are among the acts to perform at this fête for hope all is well, a Burlington music events and promotions project. Karma Bird House, Burlington, 7-11 p.m. $5. Info, hopealliswellpresents@ gmail.com.

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EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT FOR EVERYONE: Middlebury College professor emeritus of political science weighs in on “The 2018 Midterm Elections: Results and Consequences.” Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2-3 p.m. $5. Info, 658-6554. IBRAM X. KENDI: Speaking as part of the Vermont Humanities Council Fall Conference, the winner of the 2016 National Book Award for Nonfiction sounds o f in “Racist Ideas in America: From Slavery to Black Lives Matter.” See calendar spotlight. Ira Allen Chapel, University of Vermont, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 262-1355.

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ONLINE RESOURCES CLASS: THE BASICS: Library users become familiar with audio books, research tools and other assets available on the World Wide Web. Carpenter-Carse Library, Hinesburg, 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 482-2878.

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and devices during one-on-one help sessions. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 4-6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-4918.

theater

‘THE ARABIAN NIGHTS’: See THU.15. ‘BIG FISH’: See THU.15. ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’: See THU.15, 7-9 p.m. ‘PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE’: ArtisTree Community Arts Center raises the curtain on Steve Martin’s absurdist comedy about a meeting between Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso. The Grange Theatre, South Pomfret, 7:30-10 p.m. $20-25. Info, 457-3500. ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: See WED.14. ‘SHREK: THE MUSICAL’: See THU.15. ‘SMOKE AND MIRRORS’: See THU.15. ‘TENSE VAGINA: AN ACTUAL DIAGNOSIS’: Actor Sarah Juli tackles taboo aspects of motherhood in this one-woman feminist comedy. Alexander Twilight Theatre, No thern Vermont University-Lyndon, 7 p.m. $15-22; free for students. Info, 748-2600. ‘THE TURN OF THE SCREW’: See THU.15.

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DINNER & DISCUSSION: UUFP’s common read, Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes, incites conversation. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, klutters@gmail.com. FRIDAY MORNING WORKSHOP: Wordsmiths offer constructive criticism on works in progress by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104. NANOWRIMO WRITE-IN: Writers work toward penning 50,000 words of a novel as part of National Novel Writing Month. Sharing your work is not required! Hartland Public Library, 2-7 p.m. Free. Info, 436-2473. PIZZA & DISCUSSION: Folks read between the lines of a popular page-turner. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 518-561-6920.

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AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL WRITE FOR RIGHTS: Individuals make their voices heard by writing, emailing, texting and tweeting to help end humanrights abuses. Champlain Valley Amnesty International hosts. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 279-2378.

bazaars

SKI, RIDE & WINTER SPORTS SALE: New and used gear changes hands to benefit Cambridge Area Rotary Winter Wellness Days program. Cambridge Community Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 343-2372.

comedy

‘LATE NIGHT WITH THELMA FORBANKS’: In a display of sketch comedy, standup, improv and music, comic Meredith Gordon portrays an aging jazz musician with her own talk show. Revelry Theate , Burlington, 9:30-10:30 p.m. $7-10. Info, anthony@revelrytheater.com. SATURDAY NIGHT SHOWDOWN: The audience decides who wins and loses as two teams of comics compete in a gauntlet of challenges. Revelry Theate , Burlington, 8-9 p.m. $7-10. Info, anthony@revelrytheater.com.

community

QUEEN CITY MEMORY CAFÉ: People with memory loss accompany their caregivers for coffee, conversation and entertainment. Tha er House, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 656-4220. WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE: Gently used cold-weather gear helps those in need. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 9 a.m. 1 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

conferences

VERMONT HUMANITIES COUNCIL FALL CONFERENCE: See FRI.16, 7:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

dance

BALLROOM DANCE: Whether clad in bluejeans or formal wear, twinkle-toed movers cut a rug in a relaxed setting. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 6:30-11 p.m. $10-15. Info, 482-2896. CONTRA DANCE: Quena Crain calls the steps for a traditional

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social dance with music by Frost and Fire. Capital City Grange, Berlin, instruction session, 7:35 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. $5-15. Info, 829-9355. ‘MARRAKECH TO MUMBAI: DANCES OF THE PEOPLE’: More than 70 dancers perform routines from throughout the Middle East in the Raqs Salaam Dance Theaters annual showcase. Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 2 & 7:30 p.m. $25-30. Info, 603-448-0400. MOVEMENT MATTERS IMMERSIVE: Student members of the Dance Company of Middlebury lead a workshop for all experience levels. Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, noon. Free. Info, 443-3168.

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CHRISTAL’S 40TH BIRTHDAY BASH: The Dough Boys, Evolution Dance Crew and Monday Night Mavens help Middlebury College Dance Program chair Christal Brown celebrate the big 4-0. Proceeds benefit Dance Xplorations at the Middlebury Recreation Center. Town Hall Theate , Middlebury, 8 p.m. $2060. Info, 382-9222. ‘H E A T’: An experience of light, sound and movement, this live performance presented by White Noise Now was created specifica ly for a special raw industrial location. 44 Lakeside Ave., Burlington, check-in, 6:30 p.m.; performance, 7 p.m. $11. Info, contactwhitenoisenow@ gmail.com. HISTORIC BARN HOUSE TOURS: Attendees view authentic African art, impressive architecture and antique fixtures during a stroll through historic buildings. Clemmons Family Farm, Charlotte, 10-11:30 a.m. $10; preregister. Info, 310-0097. INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY MEETING PLACE: Anything goes in an in-person networking group where folks can share hobbies, play music and discuss current events — without using online social sites. Presto Music Store, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 658-0030. LEGAL CLINIC: Attorneys offer complimentary consultations on a first-come, first-s ved basis. 274 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 383-2118. VERMONT RAILS MODEL RAILROAD SHOW: Locomotive enthusiasts follow the tracks to a large display of this popular hobby. Barre City Auditorium, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $2-6; free for kids under 6. Info, 598-0905.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘BURNED: ARE TREES THE NEW COAL?’: The oodstock Film Series continues with a hardhitting documentary on the environmental impact of woody biomass. A filmmaker discussion follows. Billings Farm & Museum,

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a.m.-4 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 800-639-6480.

‘THE GREATEST SILENCE: RAPE IN THE CONGO’: Documentary director Lisa Jackson trains her lens on sexual-assault survivors and the struggles they face. Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, reception, 7 p.m.; screening, 7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 338-0551.

NEWBIE NOON CLASS: Firsttimers get their stretch on in a comfortably warm environment. Hot Yoga Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 999-9963.

‘THE LAST REEF 3D’: See FRI.16.

food & drink

CHOCOLATE TASTING IN BURLINGTON: Let’s go bar hopping! With the help of a tasting guide, chocoholics discover the fla or profiles of varieties such as toffee almond crunch and salted caramel latte. Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café, Burlington, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1807. EMPTY BOWLS DINNER: Diners share a meal of savory broths served in take-home dishes. Proceeds benefit the Plattsburgh Interfaith Food Shelf. Algonquin Dining Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 5-7 p.m. $8-10. Info, 518-564-2197. FAMOUS GAME SUPPER: A feast featuring meats from the wild benefits the inmouth Volunteer Fire Department. Tinmouth Elementary School & Community Center, 4-7:30 p.m. $10-15; free for kids under 6. Info, 235-2718. GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION: Raffles, prizes, tastings and hot cocoa complete a celebration of the gourmet chocolate producer. Vermont Nut Free Chocolates, Colchester, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 888-468-8373. MEET ANDREA CHESMAN: Home cooks come face to face with the author of The Fat Kitchen: How to Render, Cure and Cook With Lard, Tallow and Poultry Fat. Kiss the Cook, Middlebury, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 349-8803. NO BORDERS NO WALLS HARVEST SUPPER: Friends and neighbors fi l their bellies while raising funds for Migrant Justice and the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services. Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 5:30-9 p.m. $10-25. Info, 249-2301.

CAPITAL CITY THANKSGIVING FARMERS MARKET: From produce, meats and cheeses to hot food and handmade crafts, local products help holiday shoppers keep it local. Montpelier High School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 793-8347. HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR & BAKE SALE: Goods from more than 35 crafters and vendors vie for spots in shoppers’ totes. American Legion Post 27, Middlebury, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 388-9311. HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA: Purveyors such as LulaRoe, Tupperware and Pampered Chef provide something special for everyone on folks’ gift-giving lists. Black Box Theate , Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 730-5534. HOLIDAY SHOWCASE & CRAFT FAIR: Vermont crafters and artists showcase festive wares. Bellows Free Academy, Fairfax, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nonperishable food donations. Info, 355-0832. ORCHARD VALLEY’S HOLIDAY MARKET: Local artisans put forth handcrafted gifts. Alumni Hall Gallery, Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 456-7400.

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ARMENIAN LANGUAGE: Singing, dancing, drama and games promote proficienc . Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 2-3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. DUTCH LANGUAGE CLASS: Planning a trip to Amsterdam? Learn vocabulary and grammar basics from a native speaker. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, bheeks@ yahoo.com.

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VERGENNES FARMERS MARKET: Local foods and crafts, live music, and hot eats spice up Saturday mornings. Kennedy Brothers Building, Vergennes, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 233-9180.

PRIDE HIKES: MOUNT PHILO: Clad in weather-appropriate clothing, LGBTQA+ hikers carpool to their destination for a 2-mile roundtrip trek. Shaw’s, Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, gcauser@audubon.org.

WILD GAME SUPPER: Moose, bear, buffalo and more are on the menu at this 63rd annual meal. Bradford United Church of Christ, 2 p.m. $20-30; preregister. Info, wildgamesupper@gmail.com.

PRIDE YOGA: LGBTQ individuals and allies hit the mat for a stretching session suited to all levels. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 5-6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.

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Richmond Free Library, 7:30 p.m. $5-25. Info, 999-2357. BAILEY HAZEN BOYS: A rollicking musical ride from the hills of northern Vermont to the southern Appalachian Mountains is in store for bluegrass fans. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church of St. Johnsbury, 7:30 p.m. $10; free for students. Info, 888-757-5559. BURLINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY: In “Birthday Odes,” singers lift their voices in honor of Leonard Bernstein, Queen Mary and Queen Anne. College Street Congregational Church, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 863-5966.

DANA & SUSAN ROBINSON: A husband-and-wife duo channels the essence of rural America through fiddle, guita , banjo and mandolin. The Old Meeting House, East Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $15. Info, 229-9593. JANE BOXALL & THE MONTPELIER CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: The program “¡Viva La Marimba!,” featuring compositions by Jorge Sarmientos and others, showcases the marimba soloist and the orchestra in equal measure. Chapel, Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, janeboxallmarimba@ gmail.com.

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JOE NICHOLS: Hide the Cuervo! The count y music hitmaker and “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off” singer rides into Rutland. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 8 p.m. $50-60. Info, 775-0570. JOHNNY CASH TRIBUTE SHOW: George Richard walks the line as he leads a group of Vermont artists celebrating the music of the Man in Black. Vergennes Opera House, 7 p.m. $15. Info, 877-6737. MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE COMMUNITY CHORUS: One hundred local and student singers find pe fect harmony in “A Song Arising.” Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7-8:15 p.m. Free. Info, 989-7355. ‘MISSA LUBA’: See FRI.16, Casella Theate , Castleton University, 3 p.m. $5-10. Info, 468-1119. MUSIC JAM SESSION: A cash bar and food-truck fare fuel fans for tunes by the Nerbak Brothers and friends. The Barn at Lang Farm, Essex Junction, 7-10 p.m. $5. Info, 316-2180. ‘NEW VOICES: NIGHT OF DRUMS’: Korean drum ensemble Sori Mori and Ghanaian drum group Five Town All-Stars are featured in the latest installment of the multicultural series, which highlights local musicians from disparate backgrounds. See calendar spotlight. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 863-5966.

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PETER GRIGGS: In “500 Years of Music for Guitar,” the six-string master performs everything from an Irish jig, a Spanish fl menco and a Brazilian samba to classical works from throughout the ages. Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, 7-8:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 223-3631.

WORST. SONG. EVER.: Amateurs and pros alike cover their least favorite pop music in a lighthearted competition. Old Labor Hall, Barre, 8-10 p.m. Free. Info, 331-0013.

outdoors

BIRD MONITORING WALK: Participants of all experience levels keep their eyes and ears open while searching for winged wonders. Binoculars and field guides are available to borrow. Macrae Farm Park, Colchester, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 978-994-0482. BIRDING AT MACRAE FARM PARK: Avian enthusiasts spy winged species, recording their sightings at ebird.org. Contact trip leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, americorps@ wvpd.org. MOUNT MANSFIELD HIKE: Outdoor adventurers keep a strong pace on a difficult 5-mile trek gaining 3,000 feet in elevation. Contact trip leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, robynnalbert@hotmail.com. STICK-SEASON BIRD MONITORING WALK: With leaves off the trees, birders spot feathered fliers as they forage for late-fall food. Office building, Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 8-10 a.m. Donations. Info, 434-3068.

seminars

SUSTAINING YOURSELF IN THE AGE OF #METOO: A SELF-CARE EXPRESSIVE ARTS WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN OF ALL AGES: Through a two-pa t workshop, survivors, significant others and advocates use music, writing and art to share thoughts and feelings. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. USING GOOGLE SEARCH TO FIND MISSING ANCESTORS: Familytree fact-finders pick up tips on improving their online search results. Vermont Genealogy Library, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $10. Info, 310-9285.

sports

PUBLIC SKATING: Active bodies coast across the ice. Plattsburgh State Fieldhouse, N.Y., 1-3 p.m. $2-3; additional cost for rentals. Info, 518-564-4270. TURKEY TROT: Beautiful scenery and a homemade lunch reward runners and walkers of all ages. Westford Elementary School, registration, 8:30 a.m.; race, 10 a.m. $12-15; free for Tot Trot. Info, 777-2667.

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GEORGE TWIGG & DAVID ZUCKERMAN: Robust discussion is encouraged as the state director for Rep. Peter Welch and the lieutenant governor consider “Where Do We Go From Here?: The Electio ’s Impact on Congress and the Vermont Legislature.” Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 229-0850.

theater

‘THE ARABIAN NIGHTS’: See THU.15. ‘BIG FISH’: See THU.15. JAG JUKE JOINT: Theater l vers fuel up from a menu of southern homestyle fare before heading to the Briggs Opera House for performances by JAG Production artists. Newberry Market, White River Junction, 6:30-9 p.m. $100. Info, 332-3270. ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’: See THU.15, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. ‘PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE’: See FRI.16. ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: See WED.14. ‘SHREK: THE MUSICAL’: See THU.15, 1 & 7 p.m. ‘SMOKE AND MIRRORS’: See THU.15.

words

FICTION BOOK WORKSHOP GROUP: Burlington Writers Workshop members dole out detailed written and spoken feedback about a featured work. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, dickmatheson@ myfairpoint.net. POETRY EXPERIENCE: Writers share original work and learn from others in a supportive environment open to all ages and experience levels. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. WRITERS’ WERTFREI: Authors, both published and aspiring, meet monthly to share what they have written in a nonjudgmental, value-free atmosphere. Waterbury Public Library, 10 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 244-7036.

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SKI, RIDE & WINTER SPORTS SALE: See SAT.17, 8 a.m.-noon.

community

COMMUNITY MINDFULNESS PRACTICE: Sessions in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh include sitting and walking meditation, a short reading, and open sharing. Evolution Physical Thera y & Yoga, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, newleafsangha@ gmail.com.

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BALKAN FOLK DANCING: Louise Brill and friends organize participants into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 3:30-6:30 p.m. $6; free for first timers; bring snacks to share. Info, 540-1020. SALSALINA SUNDAY PRACTICE: Salsa dancers step in for a casual social. Salsalina Dance Studio, Burlington, 5:30-8 p.m. $5. Info, eingelmanuel@hotmail.com.

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environment

ALAN BETTS: Environmentally conscious Vermonters gather for a potluck and discussion with the state’s leading climate scientist. Attendees may bring a dish to share. Grace Congregational Church, Rutland, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 353-0998.

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FALL BRIDAL SHOW: Brides-tobe pile into photo booths, sample apps and mingle with industry professionals. Vermont National Country Club, South Burlington, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $7-8; limited space. Info, 459-2897. HU CHANT: SOUND OF SOUL: People of all faiths lift their voices in a spiritual exercise followed by contemplation and conversation. Eckankar Center, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 800-772-9390.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘THE LAST REEF 3D’: See FRI.16.

food & drink

AUTHENTIC ETHIOPIAN NIGHT: Alganesh Michael and Mulu Tewelde serve up traditional African dishes. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 4:30-8 p.m. Cost of food and drink; preregister. Info, 540-0406. AUXILIARY BREAKFAST: Locals greet the day with a morning meal. Essex Junction VFW Post, 9-11 a.m. $8. Info, 878-0700. CHOCOLATE TASTING IN BURLINGTON: See SAT.17. CHOCOLATE TASTING IN MIDDLESEX: Candy fanatics get an education on a variety of sweets made on-site. Nutty Steph’s Granola & Chocolate Factory, Middlesex, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 229-2090.

games

GAMES PARLOUR: Strategic thinkers bring favorite tabletop competitions to play with others. Champlain Club, Burlington, 2-8 p.m. $5. Info, orsonbradford@ gmail.com.

health & fitnes

MEDITATION GROUP: A brief yoga practice paves the way for a period of deep focus. BYO mat and cushion. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7-7:45 p.m. Free. Info, 518-561-6920. MOVING MEDITATION WUJI GONG: Jeanne Plo leads pupils in an easy-to-learn form of qigong known as “tai chi for enlightenment.” Burlington Friends Meeting House, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 233-6377. RUTLAND ZEN SANGHA MEDITATION: See THU.15, 5:30 p.m.

holidays

THANKSGIVING FARMER’S MARKET: Folks preparing for the holiday stock up on local eats and artisanal gifts as live music carries through the air. Round

Barn Farm, Waitsfield, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 922-1832.

language

‘DIMANCHES’ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Native speakers and learners alike chat en français. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 430-4652.

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‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2’: Lucas Hnath’s witty sequel to Henrik Isben’s classic drama, presented by the Segal Centre for the Performing Arts, offers a complex exploration of traditional gender roles and the struggles within human relationships. Sylvan Adams Theatre, Segal Centre for Performing Arts, Montréal, 1:30 p.m. $47-62. Info, 514-739-7944.

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Find club dates in the music section. 8 CUERDAS: Soprano Sarah Cullins and guitarist Daniel Gaviria join forces for a spirited program with a special focus on Spanish guitar music. Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, Middlebury, 4 p.m. $525. Info, 999-2357. DELIA ROBINSON: Art meets music in the Montpelier creative’s piece, “Improbable Theate , Narrative Songs and Musical Sculpture.” Adamant Community Club, 4 p.m. $7. Info, 454-7103. JANE BOXALL & THE MONTPELIER CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: See SAT.17, 4-6 p.m. THE LAST WALTZ LIVE: Locals the Rev Tor Band and a cavalcade of guests recreate the Band’s star-studded 1978 concert film The Last altz. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 7 p.m. $20-45. Info, 760-4634. MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE COMMUNITY CHORUS: See SAT.17, 3-4:15 p.m.

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‘MISSA LUBA’: See FRI.16, Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 3 p.m. Donations. Info, 654-2282. PETER GRIGGS: See SAT.17, Unitarian Universalist Church, Rutland. Info, 775-0850.

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SENSORY-FRIENDLY DRUMMING: Families with youth and adult offspring on the autism spectrum keep the beat on percussion instruments. Chase Dance Studio, Flynn Center, Burlington, 1-2 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 652-4548.

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SHELBURNE FARMS HIKE: An easy half-mile stroll includes a stop at O Bread Bakery for a taste of the farm’s award-winning cheddar. Contact trip leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, mlrecor@myfairpoint.net.

Mattresses, Futons & Pillows from Savvy Rest, Ergovea and White Lotus Home. Also includes bedding from Coyuchi and Sleep and Beyond.

seminars

INTRODUCTION TO ZEN: All are welcome to learn about the practice and programs offered at Shao Shan Temple. Shao Shan Temple, East Calais, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 456-7091.

sports

PUBLIC SKATING: See SAT.17, 1:15-2:45 p.m.

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NAN O’BRIEN WEBB: In the first insta lment of her NOW! Lecture series, the speaker discusses “Intellectual Spiritualism: Understanding the Role of Spiritual Order in a Practical World.” Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 3-5:30 p.m. $25-30. Info, 316-3039.

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‘BIG FISH’: See THU.15, 2-4:30 p.m. ‘HIR’: Presented as part of The Cutting Edge: An Off-Broadway Play Reading Series, Taylor Mac’s subversive theater work explores themes of gender fluidi y and queer theory. Vermont Coffee Company Playhouse, Middlebury, 4 p.m. $10. Info, 233-5255. THE MET: LIVE IN HD: ‘MARNIE’: Isabel Leonard stars in the title role in this new opera from Vermont-born composer Nico Muhly based on the Winston Graham novel — which later became an Alfred Hitchcock classic. Town Hall Theate , Middlebury, 1 p.m. $10-24. Info, 382-9222. ‘PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE’: See FRI.16, 2-5 p.m. ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: See WED.14, 2 p.m.

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‘STAR WARS’ READS DAY: Costumed fans of all ages stop in for themed crafts and hotoff-the-press titles from the science-fiction series. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 448-3350.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. CINÉ SALON: REDISCOVER VERTOV: Film buffs view eyewitness accounts of life in Soviet Russia via two long-thoughtlost newsreels produced by documentarian Dziga Vertov. Mayer Room, Howe Library, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. Free. Info, 603-643-4120. ‘THE LAST REEF 3D’: See FRI.16. ‘THE PRINCESS BRIDE’: “Inconceivable!” A young woman and her true love battle the evils of a mythical kingdom to be reunited in this 1987 fairytale film. Catamount A ts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

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CHAIR YOGA WITH SANGHA STUDIO: Supported poses promote health and wellbeing. Heineberg Senior Center, Burlington, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.

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GUIDED GROUP MEDITATION: In keeping with the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, folks practice mindfulness through sitting, walking, reading and discussion. Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 7:158 p.m. Free. Info, 505-1688.

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7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 448-2930.

language

‘THE LAST REEF 3D’: See FRI.16.

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH GROUP: Speakers brush up on their language skills en español. Starbucks, Burlington Town Center, 6 p.m. $15. Info, maigomez1@hotmail.com.

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‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2’: See SUN.18, 8 p.m.

seminars

LEARN ABOUT VERMONT HEALTH CONNECT: Outreach and education coordinator Molly Waldstein breaks down the health care system into digestible information. A Q&A follows. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP: AIRBNB: Technological neophytes bring their own devices to a lesson on the online resource for arranging and offering lodging. South Burlington Community Library, University Mall, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 846-4140.

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READING THROUGH THE BIBLE: Participants gather near the fir place to peruse the Scriptures. Panera Bread, South Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 893-6266. VOICES OF COLOR SHOWCASE: People of color exercise their artistry when sharing stories and poetry. Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 8-10:30 p.m. $1. Info, 660-9346. WOMEN VETERANS’ EXPRESSIVE WRITING WORKSHOP: Women who have served in the United States military put pen to paper. White River Junction VA Medical Center, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 295-9363, ext. 6134.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘PAPER MOON’: A conman and a young girl forge an unlikely partnership in this 1973 comedy starring Ryan and Tatum O’Neal. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

food & drink

EMPTY BOWLS DINNER: A simple meal served in handcrafted vessels raises funds for Salvation Farms. Community College of Vermont, Winooski, 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. $5. Info, 654-0542.

games

BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.14, 7 p.m.

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BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONGFORM: Improved mood, greater muscle strength and increased energy are a few of the benefits of this gentle exercise. South Burlington Recreation & Parks Department, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 735-5467. BEGINNERS TAI CHI CLASS: See THU.15. PEACEFUL WARRIOR KARATE: Martial-arts training promotes healthy living for those in recovery. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150. REIKI CLINIC: Thi ty-minute treatments foster physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. JourneyWorks, Burlington, 3-5:30 p.m. $10-30; preregister. Info, 860-6203. RUTLAND ZEN SANGHA MEDITATION: See THU.15. YOGA AT THE WINOOSKI VFW: Certified instructors guide veterans and their families through a series of poses. Arrive fi e to 10 minutes early. Second floo , Winooski VFW Hall, 6-7 p.m. Donations. Info, 655-9832.

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FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: See FRI.16.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHORUS REHEARSAL: New and experienced male singers prepare for several seasonal performances. St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 505-9595.

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

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SWING DANCING: Quick-footed participants experiment with different forms, including the Lindy hop, Charleston and balboa. Beginners are welcome. Champlain Club, Burlington,

ARABIC: A six-week language class covers the alphabet and simple conversations. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. ‘LA CAUSERIE’ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Native speakers and learners are welcome to pipe up at an unstructured conversational practice. El Gato Cantina, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0195. LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: ITALIAN: Speakers hone their skills in the Romance language over a bag lunch.

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Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. PAUSE-CAFÉ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Frenchlanguage fanatics meet pour parler la belle langue. Burlington Bay Market & Café, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 430-4652. SOCIAL GATHERING: Those who are deaf or hard of hearing or want to learn American Sign Language get together to break down communication barriers. The No th Branch Café, Montpelier, 4-6 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 595-4001.

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Find club dates in the music section. MILTON COMMUNITY BAND REHEARSALS: New musicians are welcome to join the ensemble as they hone their skills in preparation for their holiday concert. Cornerstone Community Church, Milton, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, miltonband01@ hotmail.com.

seminars

GRAPHIC DESIGN FOR BEGINNERS: Technology librarian Delia Gillen demystifies free online graphic design programs for creating posters, invitations, ads and logos. Waterbury Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister to borrow a computer. Info, 244-7036.

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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: ‘THE MADNESS OF GEORGE III’: The story of an increasingly erratic ruler is broadcast from England’s Nottingham Playhouse to the big screen. Palace 9 Cinemas, South Burlington, 2 & 7 p.m. $18. Info, 863-5966. ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: See WED.14, 7:30 p.m. STUNT NITE: Rice Memorial High School continues an 89-year tradition with four musical comedies featuring talented students. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 4 & 8 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966.

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BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB: Readers voice opinions about Jenny Lawson’s Furiously Happy: A Funny Book About Horrible Thing . Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. BURLINGTON POETRY GROUP: Writers of verse ages 18 through 30 field constructi e feedback on original works. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, btvpoetry@gmail.com. FALL LITERATURE READING SERIES: Ambitious readers cover selected pages of Herman Melville’s Moby Dick. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

SEARCH FOR MEANING ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP: Readers reflect on Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-561-6920.

CRIBBAGE TEAMS: See WED.14.

WINE & STORY OPEN MIC: Prompts trigger first-person narratives told to a live audience. Shelburne Vineyard, 7:30 p.m. $5. Info, 863-1754.

WEDNESDAY GUIDED MEDITATION: See WED.14.

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PINOCHLE & RUMMY: See WED.14.

health & fitnes

ACROYOGA CLASS: See WED.14. RESILIENCE FLOW: See WED.14.

language

BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES: See WED.14. GERMAN CONVERSATION GROUP: Community members practice conversing auf Deutsch. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.

crafts

FIBER RIOT!: See WED.14.

LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: See WED.14.

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MEMORABLE TIMES CAFÉ: Those living with mild to moderate memory loss and their care partners convene for casual social time. Refreshments are provided. Vermont History Center, Barre, 1:30-3 p.m. Free. Info, 476-2681.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘THE LAST REEF 3D’: See FRI.16. ‘PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES’: Comic legends Steve Martin and John Candy elicit big laughs in their 1987 comedy about a man traveling home for Thanksgiving with an obnoxious salesman in tow. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 6 p.m. Donations; canned food items accepted. Info, 533-2000.

food & drink

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Find club dates in the music section. SONG CIRCLE: Singers and musicians congregate for an acoustic session of popular folk tunes. Godnick Adult Center, Rutland, 7:15-9:15 p.m. Donations. Info, 775-1182.

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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: ‘THE MADNESS OF GEORGE III’: See TUE.20, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $16-25. Info, 748-2600.

COMMUNITY SUPPER: See WED.14.

ROALD DAHL’S ‘MATILDA: THE MUSICAL’: See WED.14, 2 & 7:30 p.m.

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200 Classes for Everyone. CVUHS Campus HINESBURG. Full descriptions at access.cvuhs.org. 215 CLASSES IN HINESBURG AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL: All ages, all welcome! Fall semester runs Sep. through the end of Jan. New classes beginning every week. Access community education for all, in its 18th year, offers the following classes for the Fall Semester: 50 Art, 30 Culinary Art (cook and eat), 10 Foreign Language, 10 Music, 17 Fitness and Dance, 15 Kids, 17 Computer and Tech, 50 Life Skills, and 15 One Night U. Every person is a learner here, guaranteed. Senior discount. Full descriptions and schedule at access.cvuhs.org. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., 10 min. from exit 12, Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194.

art ABSTRACT WATERCOLOR: Explore the possibilities of designing interesting and exciting abstract paintings. Find meaningful ways to begin, create and ﬁnish a watercolor painting. ° ere will be time for demonstrations, painting and positive critique of our discoveries. Instructor: Lisa Beach. Sat., Dec. 1, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $85/members; $110/nonmembers. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe. Info: 253-8358, education@helenday.com, helenday.com.

200-HOUR AYURVEDA INTEGRATION PROGRAM: Join us in learning and immerse yourself in the oldest surviving preventative health care system. ° is program is ideal for yoga teachers, counselors, therapists, bodyworkers, nurses, doctors, wellness coaches, herbalists, etc. VSAC approved and payment plans available. Can transfer hours to Kripalu’s Ayurveda Health Counselor program. More information at ayurvedavermont. com/classes. 2019 schedule: Feb. 9-10, Mar. 9-10, Apr. 6-7, May 17-18, Jun. 8-9, Jul. 13-14, Aug. 17-18, Sep. 14-15, Oct. 19-20, Nov. 16-17. Cost: $2,795. Location: ˜ e Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, 34 Oak Hill Rd., Williston. Info: Allison Morse, 872-8898, ayurvedavt@ comcast.net.

climbing ADULT CLIMBING CLINICS: Did you know that climbing is going to be in the Olympics in 2020? Better get training! Or at least introduce yourself to the sport that encourages fun and both physical and mental challenges. Beginners and those with experience will learn and advance with Petra Cliffs’ expert climbing instructors. Weekly starting Dec. 4. Cost: $105/3 2-hour sessions, gear and 3 additional visits. Location: Petra Cliffs Climbing Center, 105 Briggs St., Burlington. Info: Andrea Charest, 657-3872, andrea@petra cliffs.com, petracliffs.com.

STORYTELLING FOR SOCIAL CHANGE: Storytelling is a powerful tool for the documentation of voices, memories and histories. It can also be a catalyst for activism and social change. In this workshop, we will explore the ethics and techniques of oral history, ethnography and storytelling as activist research methodologies. Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $95/ six-hour workshop. Location: Saint Albans Museum, 9 Church St., Saint Albans. Info: Vermont Folklife

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craft WREATH-MAKING WORKSHOP: Join Bramble + Bloom at Edsom Hill for a winter wonderland adventure! Foraging instruction from a forestry expert will be given while snowshoeing the Catamount Trail System. Enjoy wine, warming beverages, light canapés, and bites ﬁreside with wreath- and garland-making. Make and take home your very own design. Sun., Dec. 1, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $295/person; incl. wreath, materials & decorations, nibbles & refreshments, & a 25 percent room discount for the event. Location: Edson Hill Dining Room & Tavern, 1500 Edson Hill Rd., Stowe. Info: 310-686-8199, brambleandbloom@gmail.com.

tools including the Inner Board of Directors, explore how to stay grounded and connected with the ﬂow of life, including challenging situations requiring us to embody leadership skills. Reﬂect on what’s in the way of embodying our leadership right now and how to move through these barriers so we can become more emotionally embodied, maintain an intentional presence and be the leaders we can be. Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $130/person before Sep. 15; $145 after Sep. 15. Location: Bishops Booth Conference Center, Rockpoint Rd., Burlington. Info: 860-6203, journeyworksvt.com/ embodying-mind-body-leadership-with-linda-marksmsm.

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drumming TAIKO AND DJEMBE CLASSES IN BURLINGTON!: Open classes in September. New drumming sessions begin the weeks of 10/8, 11/26, 1/7, 2/4, 3/11, 5/6. Intermediate Taiko: Mon., 6-8:20 p.m. Taiko for Adults: Tue., 5:306:20 p.m., & Wed., 6:30-7:50 p.m. Djembe for Adults: Wed., 5:306:20 p.m. Taiko for Kids and Parents: Tue., 4:30-5:20 p.m. World Drumming for Kids and Parents: Wed., 4:30-5:20 p.m. Drums provided. Conga classes, too! Visit schedule and register online. Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington. Info: 999-4255, burlingtontaiko.org.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY DRUMMING: Copresented with VSA Vermont. For families with children of any age diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Free and open to the public, but please register in advance at flynncenter.org. Sun., Nov. 18, 1-2 p.m. Location: Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, 153 Main St., Burlington. Info: 652-4543, flynnarts@ flynncenter.org, flynncenter.org.

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empowerment EMBODYING MIND-BODY LEADERSHIP: Learn about how to embody mind-body leadership as a way of life. What we embody creates an energy ﬁeld that holds everyone around us. Incorporating mind-body meditation, grounding exercises, group discussion and mind-body

AFTERNOON INDEPENDENT JEWELRY CLASS (INCLUDES TOOL TRAINING): ° is class is designed for students who have taken a basic jewelry class. Come with a sketch, idea or project you have already started and need to finish. ° e instructor will be there to help take the right steps to finish your project with individual guidance. Tue., Nov. 27-Dec. 18, 1-4 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 5400761, generatorvt.com/classes. INLAY PLUS ROLLING MILL: Learn several different techniques on the rolling mill, including how to texture using different materials. ° en we will use these pieces to create a Hopi Inlay style piece, using two different layers of metal. Skills covered are sawing, filing, soldering, finishing, rolling mill and patina. Wed., Nov. 14 & 28, 5:30-8 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761, generatorvt.com/classes.

DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes: nightclub-style, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wed., 6 p.m. $15/person for one-hour class. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in anytime and prepare for an enjoyable workout. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 598-1077, info@ salsalina.com. DSANTOS VT DANCE CLASSES: New classes, new location! Come join the fun. Weekly classes in salsa, bachata, kizomba, kuduro. No partner or experience needed. Beginner drop-in classes. Salsa, Mon., 7-8 p.m.; Kizomba, Wed., 8-9 p.m.; Bachata, ˜ u., 6-7 p.m. Cost: $15/1-hour class. Location: Dsantos VT Dance Studio, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Unit 112A, Burlington. Info: Jon Bacon, 2272572, dsantosvt.com.

design and construct a tabletop game using the laser machine and 3D printer. Several game ideas are available, or you could adapt a game of your choice! ˜ u., Nov. 15-Dec. 13, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761, generatorvt.com/classes.

*KIDS* GAME BOARD AND PIECES: Make your own tabletop game and pieces that are beautiful to look at and use. ° is is a project-based class that relies primarily on the laser machine and the 3D printer. Students will then

WELDING AND BASIC METALSHOP (3 TRAININGS IN 1!): In this course, you will learn how to use the metal shop equipment to construct basic forms in metal using forming and welding techniques, safe practices, and basic maintenance and troubleshooting of the machines. You will learn the use of the drill press, angle grinder, drop band saw, portable band saw, disk grinder, belt grinder, shear, press brake, rollers and bench grinder. Later, we will cover basic techniques in both MIG and TIG welding, including tacking, stitching, seam welding, typical metal joinery and basic frame-making. Mon., Nov. 26-Dec. 17, 6-8:30 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761, generatorvt.com/ classes.

language LEARN SPANISH OR ENGLISH: SWC: We provide high-quality, affordable instruction in the Spanish language for adults, students and children. Travelers’ lesson package. Small classes or private lessons. Our online English classes are live, engaging, face-to-face interactions, not computer exercises. In our 12th year. See our website for complete information, or contact us for details. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: 585-1025, spanishparavos@gmail.com, spanishwaterburycenter.com.

LEARN TO SPEAK SPANISH FLUENTLY: ° e most engaging native Spanish-speaking professor in Vermont is offering intensive group sessions for basic, intermediate and advanced levels. Private sessions also available. ° e communicative approach is used in a fun and friendly atmosphere. burlingtonvt.universitytutor.com/tutors/116306. Cost: $99/8 sessions. Location: Burlington, Vermont. Info: 3739705, spanishtutor.vtﬂa@gmail. com, sites.google.com/view/ vt-foreign-language-academy.

martial arts VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Brazilian jiujitsu is a martial arts combat style based entirely on leverage and technique. Brazilian jiujitsu self-defense curriculum is taught to Navy SEALs, CIA, FBI, military police and special forces. No training experience required. Easy-to-learn techniques that could save your life! Classes for men, women and children. Students will learn realistic bully-proofing and self-defense life skills to avoid them becoming victims and help them feel safe and secure. Our sole purpose is to help empower people by giving them realistic martial arts training practices they can carry with them throughout life. IBJJF and CBJJ certified black belt sixthdegree Instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr.: teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. A five-time Brazilian National Champion; International World Masters Champion and IBJJF World Masters Champion. Accept no Iimitations! Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Rd., Williston. Info: 598-2839, julio@bjjusa.com, vermontbjj.com.

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followers. Her unique way of thinking about Pilates and movement has caught the attention of many. Dec. 15, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $250/person. Location: All Wellness, 128 Lakeside Ave., Burlington. Info: 863-9900, info@ allwellnessvt.com, allwellnessvt. com/workshops.

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE WEEKEND: This six-hour seminar covers boundary setting, situational awareness, managing adrenaline and overriding the common “freeze” instinct. A great introduction to hard skills such as striking, ground escapes and switching from defensive to offensive action. A good opportunity for newbies as well as those with experience wanting to contextualize their skills. Nov. 17 & 18: Sat., 3-6 p.m., & Sun., noon-3 p.m. Cost: $75/2-day seminar. Location: Onta Studio, 373 Blair Park Rd., Suite #102, Williston. Info: Lauren Ballard, 683-8539, ontastudio@gmail. com, ontastudio.com.

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meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Taught by qualiﬁed meditation instructors at the Burlington Shambhala Meditation Center: Wed., 6-7 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-noon. Free and open to anyone. Free public meditation: weeknights, 6-7 p.m.; Tue. and Thu., noon-1 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-noon. Classes and retreats also offered. See our website at burlington.shambhala.org. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 658-6795.

pilates PILATES WORKSHOP WITH ANULA MAIBERG: Join us for a six-hour workshop/movement experience with Anula. Topics will include Where Should I Be Feeling This and Building Community in Your Studio. Anula has made a name for herself in the Pilates world: she’s been featured in ‘Pilates Style’ magazine, is an instructor for Pilates Anytime and has over 23.7K Instagram

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SNAKE-STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, ﬂexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill. Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: Bao Tak Fai Tai Chi Institute, 100 Church St., Burlington. Info: 3636890, snake-style.com.

EVOLUTION YOGA: Practice yoga in a down-to-earth atmosphere with some of the most experienced teachers and therapeutic professionals in Burlington. Daily drop-in classes include $5 Community, Vinyasa, Kripalu, Yin, Meditation, Yoga Wall and Yoga Therapeutics led by physical therapists. Dive deeper into your practice with Yoga for Life, a semester-based program of unlimited yoga, weekend workshops and mentorship. Transform your career with our Yoga Teacher Training rooted in anatomy and physiology and taught by a faculty of healthcare providers who integrate yoga into their practices. $15/class; $140/10-class card; $5-10/ community class. Location: Evolution Yoga, 20 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: 8649642, evolutionvt.com.

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n the hit Netflix series “Nailed It!” amateur — read: lousy — bakers attempt to re-create fantastically ornate cakes made by professional cake artists. Challenges f rom the recently completed second season include a gigantic model of the solar system, a majestic unicorn and an enormous coiled snake. Constructing what are essentially edible sculptures out of little more than cake, buttercream and fondant is a tall order even f or the world’s most accomplished bakers. For the average and well-belowaverage home bakers competing on “Nailed It!” it’s next to impossible, which is exactly the point. The show is hilarious, and not only because of the epic cake fails. The show’s host, Nicole Byer, is a dynamo and irresistibly charming. Half the fun is watching Byer and her cohost, acclaimed baker Jacques Torres, eat the contestants’ cakes and try to come up with something, anything, constructive to say about how they could improve. (Pro tip: Don’t forget the buttercream layers.) The veteran standup and TV personality is also the host of her own deliriously raunchy podcast, Why Won’t You Date Me? On it, she and her guests discuss the, er, ins and outs of their dating lives in often excruciating and always explicit detail. Byer performs fi e shows over three nights, Thursday through Saturday, November 15 through 17, at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington. Seven Days caught up with her by phone in Los Angeles to talk about her hit show, matching with “Pizza” on Tinder and finding love at an airport through Guy Fieri.

Bake News Comedian Nicole Byer on “Nailed It!” and why no one will date her BY D AN BO L L E S

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SEVEN DAYS: Are you a baker? NICOLE BYER: Hell no, I don’t bake. I get paid to make people bake for me. SD: I don’t bake much, either. But every time I watch “Nailed It!” I pick things up. And I feel like I would do pretty well on the show. NB: That’s what everybody says. But guess what? Everybody is pretty awful! They’re all like, “I love to bake. I want to bake better for my kids!” And then I get served poison. SD: How much of what you have to eat on the show is legitimately inedible? NB: Ninety percent of it. It’s all pretty awful. And you’re watching people, like, mixing stuffwith their hands, and it’s like, “Did you wash your hands?” 68

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washed their hands or if the ingredients they used are expired. When people do bring me things, I will take it, but I’m not going to eat it. SD: So it’s kind of like not eating homemade stuff when you’re trick-or-treating? NB: Exactly. You can’t eat homemade cookies when you’re trick-or-treating. That’s just insanity! SD: Your podcast is called Why Won’t You Date Me? Why won’t people date you? NB: Honestly, I don’t know! But according to some guests, it’s because I put up walls and I’m not vulnerable. I’m a little too much f or some men, a little too loud, a little too aggressive and abrasive. So I think it’s a combination of all those things. SD: Are men intimidated by you? NB: I don’t think men are intimidated by me. But also … maybe. SD: What do you look for in a guy? NB: A big dick. SD: … NB: And after that, how they treat me. [Laughs.] SD: Well, it’s good to have priorities. NB: It is. Really, they need to be attracted to me. They need to be funny, but they also need to understand that I’m funny. Sometimes I’ll say something funny and then a guy will try and top it, and I’m like, “Dude, this isn’t a competition. We’re just having a conversation.” So a man has to understand that I’m gonna be funny. And he can be funny. Both of us can tee hee hee and ha ha ha.

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SD: Here’s my big question: Why do so many contestants forget the damn buttercream layers? It’s basically the most important part of a cake. NB: I think because there’s a time constraint and they’re trying to assemble something. So taking time to buttercream your layers, or put jam between your layers, is something people forget. But, a

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lot of times, how the cake tastes can save you, even if it looks like hell. SD: How often do people accost you with baked goods now? NB: People threaten to bring me baked goods all the time, and I always ask them not to, because I don’t know what their kitchens are like. I don’t know if they

SD: Do you enjoy Tinder and dating apps? NB: No! Nobody enjoys Tinder. I think the only people who do are men. I read an article that said men on Tinder date six women at a time. And I’m like, “That’s so many women! How do you have time?” I’m busy. SD: Does being a celebrity pose a challenge on Tinder? NB: Oh, my God. I’m not a celebrity. I’m mildly successful. SD: People know who you are. NB: Some people do. Lately, a lot of boys do. It’s just another thing to deal with because I don’t know what they want from BAKE NEWS

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Overall, it’s about appreciation and being grateful for all the people in the scene and what they bring to the table,” VCC co-owner NATALIE MILLER tells Seven Days via email. Also, word on the street is that the club’s “unicow” mascot — the glittery horned bovine that adorns its stage — will ﬁnally be given an o” cial name. I’m sure it’s a moo-t point, but I have a few I’d like to suggest: Sparkle Moo-tion, the Pointer Sister, Mother Udder, Dirty Jersey and Stabby the Cow.

News and views on the local music scene B Y J O R D A N A D A MS

Et Tu, JC?

On Thursday, November 15, “freebleeding” indie rockers JULIA CAESAR host a special show called “The Ides of November” at Cold Hollow Contracting in Burlington. The band released its debut EP, Heavy Flow, earlier this year but has been relatively quiet otherwise — at least since its righteous set at this year’s Grand Point North music festival. Now, the quartet seems to be entering a new phase. In a recent Facebook post, JC announced that not only have they been working on new material but they’ve been retooling their established repertoire. The upcoming show highlights new acoustic arrangements of previous tunes as well as brandspankin’-new pieces. We can expect some of the new work to appear on the group’s forthcoming full-length album, due out at some point in 2019. Until then, revisit the EP and accompanying music video for “Crimson.”

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Vermont’s comedy scene is one of the state’s biggest and most supportive arts communities. Its close-knit nature is understandable, given how vulnerable you have to make yourself to do standup, improv and/or sketch comedy. Think about it: Improvisers get onstage with nothing planned. Sure, they rehearse and hone their craft just like any other artist. But so much is left up to chance. Many people, myself included, are terriﬁed of such uncertainty. And surviving such terror can only bring people closer together. With that in mind, I’m happy to announce your chance to witness the ﬁrst-ever, comprehensive Vermont Comedy Awards! This is a chance for members of Vermont’s comedy community to honor each other through extremely niche, in-depth categories that no one but seasoned improvisers, comedians and sketch comics could dream up. For instance, honors will be given for most physically strenuous joke, best poop/fart joke, joke with the longest walk, most memorable improv scene, best stage presence and most selfdeprecating person, to name a few.

If you want to ﬁnd out who wins best improv team, biggest bomb, joke you can’t believe they got away with and dozens of others, plant yourself front and center for the awards show at the Vermont Comedy Club on Sunday, November 18. In addition to the actual awards, expect to see special performances, standup sets and a facetious in memoriam presentation. The evening doubles as a third anniversary celebration for the club.

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Two new singles worthy of your attention dropped this week, and each comes with a hot music video. TWIDDLE front person MIHALI SAVOULIDIS brings us the ﬁrst. Titled “Fading State,” the politically conscious, reggae-infused jam debuted with a fully animated video. In it, a cartoon Savoulidis spreads good vibes to a bunch of crusty, Supreme Court-lookin’ judges. If only his cartoon likeness could transfer his powers to the real Savoulidis… NAHKO BEAR of NAHKO AND MEDICINE FOR THE PEOPLE contributes a verse, as does singer-songwriter TREVOR HALL. The single precedes Savoulidis’ upcoming solo record, which we can expect next year. The second track, “Road Words,” comes from a Burlington-based supergroup of sorts dubbed the BLUE SOUNDBITES

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ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION #4C0610-5 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001 - 6093 On November 7, 2018, Robert and Joy Reap, P.O. Box 442, Richmond, VT 05477 ﬁled application #4C0610-5 for a Project generally described as creation of a two lot subdivision - Lot #1 will be 5.0 acres and will contain an existing house, and Lot #2 will be 40.2 acres with construction of a proposed single family residence, accessory

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building,11/2/18 driveway, 3:35and PM onsite water/sewer. ˛ e Project is located at 258 Wortheim Lane in Richmond, Vermont. ˛ e District #4 Environmental Commission is reviewing this application under Act 250 Rule 51 — Minor Applications. A copy of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the office listed below. ˛ e application and a draft permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (http://nrb.vermont. gov) by clicking on “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “4C0610-5”. No hearing will be held and a permit may be issued unless, on or before November 30, 2018, a person notifies the Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the Commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion. Any hearing request must be in writing to the address below, must state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the Commission must determine that substantive issues requiring a hearing have been raised. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing. If you feel that any of the District Commission members listed on the attached Certificate of Service under “For Your Information” may have a conflict of interest, or if there is any other reason

a member should be disqualiﬁed from sitting on this case, please contact the district coordinator as soon as possible, no later than prior to the response date listed above. Should a hearing be held on this project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us by November 30, 2018. Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, affected state agencies, and adjoining property owners and other persons to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be affected by the proposed project under the 10 criteria. Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. Section 6085(c)(5). Dated at Essex Junction, Vermont this 7th day of November, 2018. By: Stephanie H. Monaghan District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 802/879-5662 Stephanie.monaghan@ vermont.gov BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY DECEMBER 4TH, 2018, 5:00 PM PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ˛ e Burlington Development Review Board will hold a meeting on Tuesday December 4th, 2018 at 5:00pm in Contois Auditorium, City Hall. 1. 19-0433CU; 97 Spear St (I, Ward 8E) University of Vermont & State Agricultural College Amend ZP 18-0929CA relative to construction trafﬁc and construction hours. Plans may be viewed in the Planning and

Zoning Office, (City Hall, 149 Church Street, Burlington), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Participation in the DRB proceeding is a rerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal. Please note that ANYTHING submitted to the Planning and Zoning office is considered public and cannot be kept confidential. ˛ is may not be the final order in which items will be heard. Please view final Agenda, at www.burlingtonvt.gov/ pz/drb/agendas or the office notice board, one week before the hearing for the order in which items will be heard. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE BY NONJUDICIAL SALE By virtue and in execution of the power of sale contained in a certain mortgage given by NY2VT, LLC dated September 28, 2017 and recorded in Volume 826 page 387 of the Land Records of the Town of Colchester, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same said property will be sold at public auction at 11:00 o’clock a.m. on the 27th day of November, 2018, at 85 S. Park Dr., Colchester, VT being the location of the mortgaged property: To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to NY2VT, LLC by Warranty Deed of Gabriel Handy dated July 16, 2007 and recorded in Volume 591, Pages 568-570 of the Town of Colchester Land Records, described as follows: “A parcel of land situated on the northerly side of South Park Drive, so-called, containing 1.04 acres, more or less, and being all of Lot No. 2 as shown and designated on a plat entitled “Plat of

Survey 2 Lot Subdivision, Restaurants of Northern VT. Inc. Property, U.S. Route 2 & 7 & So. Park Drive, Colchester, Vermont” prepared by Warren A. Robenstien dated April 3, 2000, and recorded April 12, 2000 as Map Slide 350 in the Town of Colchester Land Records.

subject to a restriction contained in a Warranty Deed from Frank J. Bissonette and Leonard J. Bissonette to Frank and Maria Bernardini dated June 10, 1952 as recorded in Warranty Volume 5 at Page 79 of said Land Records that said premises shall never be used for a motel or tourist cabins.

Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Gabriel Handy by Limited Warranty Deed of Restaurants of Northern Vermont Inc., dated December 23, 2002 and as recorded in Volume 419 at Pages 341-342 of Town of Colchester Land Records.

Said premises are subject to slope rights and culvert rights as contained in a Condemnation Order of the State Highway Board dated May 10, 1961 as recorded in Miscellaneous Volume 11 at Pages 176-183 of said Land Records, as modiﬁed by a Stipulation dated September 11, 1963 between Maria Bernardini and the State of Vermont Highway Board and recorded in Miscellaneous Volume 13 at Page 291 of said Land Records.

˛ e herein conveyed lands and premises include an allocation of 2,500 gallons of water/ wastewater capacity. Said premises are subject to a utility easement, ten feet in width, extending along the frontage of said lot as described in a Quit Claim Deed from Norma P. Bernardini a/k/a ˛ eresa N. Bernardini to San Remo Realty Corporation dated July 10, 1981 as recorded in Volume 71 at Page 366 of said Land Records. Said premises have the beneﬁt of an easement for the construction, maintenance, repair and replacement of a parking lot, including ten shared spaces, sidewalk and landscaping as conveyed to the Grantor by Limited Warranty Deed of Restaurants of Northern Vermont, Inc., of even or approximately even date herewith and to be recorded in said Land Records and also subject to and with the beneﬁt of a shared drainage easement created by an exchange of Quit Claim Deeds between Restaurants of Northern Vermont, Inc., and the Grantor of even or approximately even date herewith and to be recorded in said Land Records. Said premises are

Said premises are subject to State of Vermont Wastewater System and Potable Water Supply Permit No. WW-C-0008 dated June 27, 2006 as recorded in Volume 565 at Page 560 of said Land Records, as amended, Town of Colchester Water and Wastewater Permit No. 01-07 dated June 27, 2006 as recorded in Volume 566 at Page 150 of said Land Records, Town of Colchester Septic Permit No. 02-07 dated June 27, 2006 as recorded in Volume 567 at Page 642 of said Land Records, the terms and conditions of Site Plan and Variance Approvals of the Colchester Development Review Board, State of Vermont Division of Fire Safety Construction Permit dated December 16, 2006 and State of Vermont Storm Water Discharge Authorization 42359015 issued pursuant to General Permit 3-9015 dated June 1, 2006 as recorded in Volume 824 at Page 187 of said Land Records.” Terms of Sale: $649,807.17 plus costs, expenses, interest, fees,

and related future ﬁnancial payments recoverable by mortgagee payable as follows: $50,000 at time of auction with the balance to comprise 10% of high bid payable in cash within 7 days of the public auction, upon the execution of a commercial purchase and sales agreement on or before 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 27, 2018, with the balance due within 30 days, or no later than December 27, 2018. ˛ e mortgagor and all Junior lien holders are entitled to redeem the mortgaged property at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. ˛ e mortgagor and all Junior lien holders are hereby notiﬁed that at any time before the foreclosure sale, the mortgagor and all Junior lien holders have a right to petition the Civil Division of the Superior Court for the county in which the mortgaged property is situated, with service upon the mortgagee, and upon such bond as the court may require, to enjoin the scheduled foreclosure sale. Failure to institute such petition and complete service upon the foreclosing party, or the party’s agent, conducting the sale prior to sale shall thereafter bar any action or right of action of the mortgagor any Junior lien holder based upon the validity of the foreclosure, the right of the mortgagee to conduct the foreclosure sale, or compliance by the mortgagee with the notice requirements and other conditions of this section. An action to recover damages resulting from the sale of the mortgaged property on the date of the sale may be commenced at any time within one year following the date of sale, but not thereafter. Other terms to be announced at the sale may

SEVENDAYSVT.COM/CLASSIFIEDS be obtained by inquiry to: Terry L. Owen, CAI, AARE Sr. Vice President Thomas Hirchak Co pany 1878 Cady’s Falls Road Morrisville, VT 05661 1-800-634-7653 (cell) 802-371-8060 Terry Owen <terry@ thcauction.com> UNION BANK Dated: 9/13/18 By: /S/ Eric Parker, Esq. Bauer Gravel Farnham, LLP NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF BOLTON PROPOSED BYLAW AMENDMENTS Pursuant to 24 V.S.A. Section 4441(c), the Bolton Select Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 3, 2018, 6:00 p.m. at the Bolton Town Office, 3045 Theodore Roose elt Hwy, Bolton, VT to receive public input on proposed bylaw amendments affecting the following sections of the Bolton Land Use and Development Regulations as amended effective August 9, 2010: 3.4 Equal Treatment of Housing

3.7 Nonconforming Lots 3.8 Nonconforming Uses & Structures 4.8 Day Care Facility – Family Child Care Home 4.12 Group Home 4.15 Mobile Home Park 4.17 Public Utility or Facility 9.2 Exemptions 9.6 Waivers and Variances 10.2 Definition Proposed amendments will apply town wide. They are intended to ensure compliance with state statutes, to accommodate replacement homes within the mobile home park, and to clarify and revise waiver provisions for nonconforming lots and structures. If adopted, amendments will also include associated technical corrections (updated references, renumbering) throughout the document. Copies of proposed amendments are available for review at the Bolton Town Office, 3045 Theodore Roose elt Hwy, during normal business hours, and on the Bolton website: http://boltonvt. com/documents/boltonzoning-regulations/. Comments may also be submitted in writing in advance of the hearing date.

Contact: Amy Grover, Town Clerk, 434-5075, clerkbolton@gmavt.net NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE LIEN SALE BURLINGTON SELF STORAGE, LLC 1825 SHELBURNE ROAD SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT 05403 Notice is hereby given that the contents of the self storage units listed below will be sold at public auction by sealed bid. Name of Occupant Storage Unit Perham Unit #263 Robenstein Unit #85 Said sales will take place on 11/30/2018, beginning at 11:00am at Burlington Self Storage (BSS), 1825 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, VT 05403. Units will be opened for viewing immediately prior to auction. Sale shall be by sealed bid to the highest bidder. Contents of entire storage unit will be sold as one lot. The winning bid must remove all contents from the facility at no cost to BSS, on the day of auction. BSS, reserves the right to reject any bid lower that the amount owed by the occupant or that is not commercially

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reasonable as defined y statute. STATE OF VERMONT CALEDONIA UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 117-5-16 CACV WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR AEGIS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-4 v. PIPER STRONG, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC AND WORLDWIDE ASSET PURCHASING II, LLC OCCUPANTS OF: 129 Bayley-Hazen Road, Walden VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq. In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered March 30, 2018 in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Piper Strong to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Aegis Lending Corporation, dated May 19, 2004 and recorded in Book 56 Page 28 of the land records

of the Town of Walden, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Aegis Lending Corporation to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Aegis Asset Backed Securities Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004 4 dated March 18, 2013 and recorded in Book 68 Page 470 of the land records of the Town of Walden for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 129 Bayley-Hazen Road, Walden, Vermont on December 5, 2018 at 12:00 PM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Piper Strong by Warranty Deed of Janet L. Parkhurst dated March 18, 1996 of record at Book 43, Page 487 of the Town of Walden Land Records. Being a parcel of land containing ten and one-quarter acres, be the same more or less, located in that part of Walden known as South

Open 24/7/365. Post & browse ads at your convenience. Walden on the westerly side of Town Road #12 and located just northering of the parcel now or formerly owned by one Ray Carr and being a part of what is known as the former Taylor property. The parcel herein is more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the centerline of Town Highway #12, which said point is marked by a culvert across said roadway and which said culvert is 45 rods, be the same more or less, southeasterly of the southerly or southeasterly corner of the South Walden Church property, and thence proceeding in a northwesterly direction along a straight line which will form the northeasterly boundary of the parcel herein a distance of 73 rods, be the same more or less, to an iron pipe set in the ground in the fence which separates the property from property now or formerly owned by one Allen; thence turning on an angle and proceeding in a southwesterly direction along said fence line a distance of 12 rods, be the same more or less, to an iron pipe set in the ground, which said pipe marks the southwest-

erly corner of the parcel herein; thence turning on an angle and proceeding along a line fence which marks the southeasterly boundary of the parcel a distance of 85 rods, be the same more or less, to a point in the northwesterly boundary line of property now or formerly of one Ray Carr; thence turning on an angle and proceeding northeasterly along the Ray Carr boundary line to said Carr’s northwesterly corner, a distance of 5 rods, be the same more or less, to a point just beyond the barn on the Carr property; thence turning on a right angle and proceeding southeasterly a distance of 58 feet, be the same more or less, to the centerline of the said Town Road #12; thence turning on an angle and proceeding northeasterly along the centerline of said Town Road to the point of beginning. Being ten and one-quarter acres of land, more or less, with house and barn located thereon. Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms of sale: Said

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premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certifie check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. Th balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank tre surer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale. The mo tgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale. DATED: November 2, 2018 By: /S/Loraine L. Hite, Esq. Loraine L. Hite, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032

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[CONTINUED] STATE OF VERMONT CALEDONIA UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 33-1-18 CACV NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE v. MARGARET M. RYAN AND SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT OCCUPANTS OF: 53 Boynton Avenue, St. Johnsbury VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq. In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered August 22, 2018,, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Margaret M. Ryan to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., dated May 29, 2008 and recorded in Book 332 Page 369 of the land records of the Town of St. Johnsbury, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage dated September 13, 2017 and recorded in Book 425 Page 206 of the land records of the Town of St. Johnsbury for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 53 Boynton Avenue, St. Johnsbury, Vermont on November 28, 2018 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Being the lands and premises conveyed to Francis X. Ryan (now deceased) and Margaret M. Ryan, husband and wife, as tenants by the entirety, by Warranty Deed of Dorothy Knapp dated May 18, 1962 and recorded in Book 119, Page 239 of the Town of St. Johnsbury Land Records, and further described as follows: Being all and the same lands and premises

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conveyed to Harry E. Knapp (now deceased) and Dorothy Knapp, as tenants by the entirety, by Warranty Deed of George C. Frye dated May 15, 1944 and recorded in Book 88, Page 441 of the Town of St. Johnsbury Land Records. Located at 52 Boynton Avenue, St. Johnsbury, VT. Parcel ID #1V014007 Reference is hereby had to the above mentioned deeds and the records thereof and to all former deeds and their records for a more particular description of the premises. Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certiﬁed check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. ° e balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certiﬁed check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale. ° e mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale. DATED : October 2, 2018 By: /S/Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 408-8-15 WRCV NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE v. WILLIAM KELLY AND THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

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MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered May 8, 2018 in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by William Kelly to MetLife Home Loans, a division of MetLife Bank, N.A., dated June 4, 2010 and recorded in Book 451 Page 822 of the land records of the Town of Hartford, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from MetLife Home Loans, a division of MetLife Bank, N.A. to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company dated July 27, 2012 and recorded September 4, 2012 in Book 479 Page 600 of the land records of the Town of Hartford; and by Corrective Assignment of Mortgage dated December 14, 2012 and recorded February 11, 2013 in Book 485 Page 456 of the land records of the Town of Hartford, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 148 Hendee Way, Quechee, Vermont on December 12, 2018 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Meaning and intending to mortgage a certain parcel of property located at 148 Hendee Way in the Village of Quechee, Town of Hartford, County of Windsor, and State of Vermont, and being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to William Kelly by Warranty Deed of Quechee Lakes Corporation dated January 11, 1980 and recorded at Book 103, Pages 495-496 of the Hartford Land Records. Being Lot 5678 as shown on a plan recorded at Map Slide 59B of the Hartford Land Records. Reference should be made to the abovementioned deeds and records, and to the deeds and records referred to therein for a more and particular description of the property to be conveyed. Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. ° e balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale. ° e mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale. DATED: November 5, 2018 By: /S/Loraine L. Hite, Esq. Loraine L. Hite, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 WESTFORD SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF EMERGENCY PUBLIC HEARING ° e Town of Westford Selectboard hereby provides notice of an emergency public hearing being held pursuant to Title 24, Sections 4444 and 4415 of the Vermont State Statues for the purpose of hearing public comments concerning: Interim Regulations for Transect 4 of the Form Based Code Overlay District. ° e public hearing has been scheduled for: ° ursday, December 6, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. at the Westford Town Office, 1713 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont. Purpose: ° e Town proposes to amend the Westford Land Use & Development Regulations. ° e reason for this amendment is to protect public health, safety and general welfare and provide for orderly physical and economic growth. In 2018, the Town transferred land south of Common Road to the landowners located south of Common Road, thereby

granting them ownership of their front yards. Front yard setbacks in this area were established based on existing property boundaries and structures. ° e Town proposes to adjust the front yard setback in step with the recent boundary line adjustment in order to maintain development patterns and regulatory compliance for existing structures in Transect 4 – Form Based Code Overlay District. Geographic Area Affected: Form Based Code Overlay District – Transect 4 Proposed Amendments: Figure 2-7. Transect Zone Summary Table, maximum T4 front yard setback 100 feet as opposed to 20 feet; Figure 2-9. T4 Standards, maximum T4 front yard setback 100 feet as opposed to 20 feet. Location Where Full Text May be Examined: Copies of the full text of the proposed amendment to the Westford Land Use & Development Regulations are available at the Westford Town Ofﬁce, 1713 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont or may be viewed on the Town of Westford website at www.westfordvt.us. Dated at Westford, Vermont this 8th day of November, 2018. Allison Hope, Chair Westford Selectboard

support groups VISIT SEVENDAYSVT. COM TO VIEW A FULL LIST OF SUPPORT GROUPS 802 QUITS TOBACCO CESSATION PROGRAM Ongoing workshops open to the community to provide tobacco cessation support and free nicotine replacement products with participation. Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon, Rutland Heart Center, 12 Commons St., Rutland. Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m., Castleton Community Center, 2108 Main St., Castleton. Mondays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Rutland Regional Medical Center (RRMC Physiatry Conference Room), 160 Allen St., Rutland. PEER LED Stay Quit Support Group, ﬁrst ° ursday of

every month, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the CVPS/Leahy Community Health Education Center at RRMC. Info: 747-3768, scosgrove@rrmc.org. ADDICT IN THE FAMILY: SUPPORT GROUP FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES OF ADDICTS AND ALCOHOLICS Wednesdays,˛6:30-8 p.m., Holy Family/St. Lawrence Parish,˛4 Prospect St., Essex Junction. For further information, please visit˛thefamilyrestored. org˛or contact Lindsay Duford at 781-960-3965 or˛12lindsaymarie@ gmail.com. AL-ANON For families & friends of alcoholics. For meeting info, go to˛vermont alanonalateen.org˛or˛call 866-972-5266. ALATEEN GROUP New Alateen group in Burlington on Sundays from 5-6 p.m. at the UU building at the top of Church St. For more information please call Carol, 324-4457. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Daily meetings in various locations. Free. Info, 864-1212. Want to overcome a drinking problem? Take the first step of 12 & join a group in your area. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP ° is caregivers support group meets on the 3rd Wed. of every mo. from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s Association Main Office, 300 Cornerstone Dr., Suite 128, Williston. Support groups meet to provide assistance and information on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. ° ey emphasize shared experiences, emotional support, and coping techniques in care for a person living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Meetings are free and open to the public. Families, caregivers, and friends may attend. Please call in advance to confirm date and time. For questions or additional support group listings, call 800-272-3900. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP 1st Monday monthly, 3-4:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required (to receive dial-in codes for toll-free call). Please dial the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7

Helpline 800-272-3900 for more information. ARE YOU HAVING PROBLEMS W/ DEBT? Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous plus Business Debtor’s Anonymous. Wed., 6:307:30 p.m., Methodist Church in the Rainbow Room at Buell & S. Winooski, Burlington. Contact Jennifer, 917-568-6390. BABY BUMPS SUPPORT GROUP FOR MOTHERS AND PREGNANT WOMEN Pregnancy can be a wonderful time of your life. But, it can also be a time of stress that is often compounded by hormonal swings. If you are a pregnant woman, or have recently given birth and feel you need some help with managing emotional bumps in the road that can come with motherhood, please come to this free support group lead by an experienced pediatric Registered Nurse. Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Birthing Center, Northwestern Medical Center, St. Albans. Info: Rhonda Desrochers, Franklin County Home Health Agency, 527-7531. BEREAVEMENT/GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Meets every other Mon. night, 6-7:30 p.m., & every other Wed., 10-11:30 a.m., in the Conference Center at Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice in Berlin. ° e group is open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. ° ere is no fee. Info, Ginny Fry or Jean Semprebon, 223-1878. BETTER BREATHERS CLUB American Lung Association support group for people with breathing issues, their loved ones or caregivers. Meets ﬁrst Monday of the month, 11 a.m.-noon at the Godnick Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. For more information call 802-776-5508. BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP IN ST. JOHNSBURY Monthly meetings will be held on the 3rd Wed. of every mo., 1-2:30 p.m., at the Grace United Methodist Church, 36 Central St., St. Johnsbury. ° e support group will offer valuable resources & info about brain injury. It will be a place to share experiences in a safe,

secure & conﬁdential environment. Info, Tom Younkman, tyounkman@vcil.org, 800-639-1522. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT Montpelier daytime support group meets the 3rd˛° u. of the mo. at the Unitarian Church ramp entrance, 1:302:30 p.m. St. Johnsbury support group meets the 3rd Wed. monthly at the Grace United Methodist Church, 36 Central St., 1:00-2:30 p.m.˛ Colchester˛ Evening support group meets the 1st Wed. monthly at the Fanny Allen Hospital in the Board Room Conference Room, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Brattleboro meets at Brooks Memorial Library on the 1st ° u. monthly from 1:15-3:15 p.m. and the 3rd Mon. monthly from 4:15-6:15 p.m. White River Jct. meets the 2nd Fri. monthly at Bugbee Sr. Ctr. from 3-4:30 p.m. Call our helpline at 877-856-1772. BURLINGTON AREA PARKINSON’S DISEASE OUTREACH GROUP People with Parkinson’s disease & their caregivers gather together to gain support & learn about living with Parkinson’s disease. Group meets 2nd Wed. of every mo., 1-2 p.m., continuing through Nov. 18, 2015. Shelburne Bay Senior Living Community, 185 Pine Haven Shores Rd., Shelburne. Info: 888-763-3366, parkinsoninfo@ uvmhealth.org, parkinsonsvt.org. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Held every 2nd Tue. of the mo., 6-8 p.m. at the Hope Lodge, 237 East Ave., Burlington. Newly diagnosed? Prostate cancer reoccurrence? General discussion and sharing among survivors and those beginning or rejoining the battle. Info, Mary L. Guyette RN, MS, ACNS-BC, 274-4990, vmary@aol.com. CELEBRATE RECOVERY Overcome any hurt, habit or hangup in your life with this conﬁdential 12-Step, Christ-centered recovery program. We offer multiple support groups for both men and women, such as chemical dependency, codependency, sexual addiction and pornography, food issues, and overcoming abuse. All 18+ are welcome; sorry,

SEVENDAYSVT.COM/CLASSIFIEDS no childcare. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; we begin at 7 p.m. Essex Alliance Church, 37 Old Stage Rd., Essex Junction. Info: recovery@essexalliance. org, 878-8213.

living with the complex condition of cerebral palsy. cerebralpalsy guidance.com/ cerebral-palsy CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS CoDA is a 12-step fellowship for people whose common purpose is to develop healthy & fulfilling relationships. By actively working the program of Codependents Anonymous, we can realize a new joy, acceptance & serenity in our lives. Meets Sunday at noon at the Turning Point Center, 191 Bank Street, Burlington. Tom, 238-3587, coda.org.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Celebrate Recovery meetings are for anyone with struggles with hurt, habits and hang ups, which includes everyone in some way. We welcome everyone at Cornerstone Church in Milton which meets every Friday night at 7-9 p.m. We’d love to have you join us and discover how your life can start to change. Info: 893-0530, Julie@ mccartycreations.com.

DECLUTTERERS’ SUPPORT GROUP Are you ready to make improvements but fi d it overwhelming? Maybe two or three of us can get together to help each other simplify. 989-3234, 425-3612.

CELIAC & GLUTEN-FREE GROUP Last Wed. of every month, 4:30-6 p.m., at Tulsi Tea Room, 34 Elm St., Montpelier. Free & open to the public! To learn more, contact Lisa at 598-9206 or lisamase@gmail.com.

at 5 p.m. at the 1st Unitarian Universalist Society, 152 Pearl St., Burlington. Volunteer facilitator: Bert, 399-8754. You can learn more at smartrecovery. org. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT Steps to End Domestic Violence offers a weekly drop-in support group for female identified survivors of intimate partner violence, including individuals who are experiencing or have been affected by domestic violence. The support group offers a safe, confidential place for survivors to connect with others, to heal, and to recover. In support group, participants talk through their experiences and hear stories from others who have experienced abuse in their relationships. Support group is also a resource for those who are unsure of their next step, even if it involves remaining in their current relationship. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Childcare is provided. Info: 658-1996.

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this supportive circle. Wednesdays at 3 p.m., Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Abby Levinsohn, 777-8602. FAMILIES, PARTNERS, FRIENDS AND ALLIES OF TRANSGENDER ADULTS We are people with adult loved ones who are transgender or gender-nonconforming. We meet to support each other and to learn more about issues and concerns. Our sessions are supportive, informal, and confidential. Meetings are held at 5:30 PM, the second Thursday of each month at Pride Center of VT, 255 South Champlain St., Suite 12, in Burlington. Not sure if you’re ready for a meeting? We also offer one-on-one support. For more information, email rex@ pridecentervt.org or call 802-238-3801.

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psychosis, depression, anxiety and other types of distress. The group is a confidential space where family and friends can discuss shared experiences and receive support in an environment free of judgment and stigma with a trained facilitator. Weekly on Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Downtown Burlington. Info: Jess Horner, LICSW, 866-218-8586. FCA FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Families coping with addiction (FCA) is an open community peer support group for adults 18 & over struggling with the drug or alcohol addiction of a loved one. FCA is not 12-step based but provides a forum for those living this experience to develop personal coping skills & draw strength from one another. Weekly on Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Turning Point Center, corner of Bank St., Burlington. (Across from parking garage, above bookstore). thdaub1@ gmail.com.

food obsession, overeating, under-eating or bulimia. Local meetings are held twice a week: Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Norwich, Vt.; and Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., at Hanover Friends Meeting House, Hanover, N.H. For more information and a list of additional meetings throughout the U.S. and the world, call 603-630-1495 or visit foodaddicts.org.

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FREE YOGA FOR RECOVERY Join Jessica Child for free yoga for individuals in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse. Every Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at SoulShine Power Yoga, 1 Market Place #16, Essex Jct. Mats are available at the studio. No experience necessary, just a willingness to deepen your recovery. Info: jessicamchild@gmail. com, 802-999-8655. G.R.A.S.P. (GRIEF RECOVERY AFTER A SUBSTANCE PASSING) Are you a family member who has lost a loved one to addiction? Find support, peer-led support group. Meets once a month on Mondays in Burlington. Please call for date and location. using the

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RSVP mkeasler3@gmail. com or call 310-3301 (message says Optimum Health, but this is a private number). LGBTQ VETERANS GROUP This veterans group is a safe place for veterans to gather and discuss ways to help the community, have dinners, send packages and help the families of LGBTQ service people. Ideas on being helpful encouraged. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m., at Christ Episcopal Church (The Little Red Door), 64 State Street, Montpelier. RSVP, 802-825-2045. HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP This Hearing Voices Group seeks to find understanding of voice hearing experiences as real lived experiences which may happen to anyone at anytime. We choose to share experiences, support, and empathy. We validate anyone’s experience and stories about their experience as their own, as being an honest and accurate representation of their experience, and as being acceptable exactly as they are. Weekly on Tuesday, 2-3 p.m. Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-777-8602, abby@ pathwaysvermont.org. HEARTBEAT VERMONT Have you lost a friend, colleague or loved one by suicide? Some who call have experienced a recent loss and some are still struggling w/ a loss from long ago. Call us at 446-3577 to meet with our clinician, Jonathan Gilmore, at Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main St. All are welcome. HELLENBACH CANCER SUPPORT Call to verify meeting place. Info, 388-6107. People living with cancer & their caretakers convene for support. INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS/PAINFUL BLADDER SUPPORT GROUP Interstitial cystitis (IC) and painful bladder syndrome can result in recurring pelvic pain, pressure or discomfort in the bladder/pelvic region & urinary frequency/ urgency. These are often misdiagnosed & mistreated as a chronic bladder infection. If you have been diagnosed or have these symptoms, you are not alone. For Vermont-based support

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group, email bladderpainvt@gmail. com or call 899-4151 for more information. KINDRED CONNECTIONS PROGRAM OFFERED FOR CHITTENDEN COUNTY CANCER SURVIVORS The Kindred Connections program provides peer support for all those touched by cancer. Cancer patients as well as caregivers are provided with a mentor who has been through the cancer experience & knows what it’s like to go through it. In addition to sensitive listening, Kindred Connections provides practical help such as rides to doctors’ offices & meal deliveries. The program has people who have experienced a wide variety of cancers. For further info, please contact info@vcsn.net. LGBTQ SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE SafeSpace offers peer-led support groups for survivors of relationship, dating, emotional &/or hate violence. These groups give survivors a safe & supportive environment to tell their stories, share information, & offer & receive support. Support groups also provide survivors an opportunity to gain information on how to better cope with feelings & experiences that surface because of the trauma they have experienced. Please call SafeSpace 863-0003 if you are interested in joining. MALE SURVIVOR OF VIOLENCE GROUP A monthly, closed group for male identified survivors of violence including relationship, sexual assault, and discrimination. Open to all sexual orientations. Contact 863-0003 for more information or safespace@pridecenter vt.org. MARIJUANA ANONYMOUS Do you have a problem with marijuana? MA is a free 12-step program where addicts help other addicts to get & stay clean. Ongoing Wed. at 7 p.m. at Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., suite 200, Burlington. 861-3150. MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Area Myeloma Survivors, Families and Caregivers have come together to form a Multiple Myeloma

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QUEEN CITY MEMORY CAFE ˜ e Queen City Memory Café offers a social time & place for people with memory impairment & their ﬁends & family to laugh, learn & share concerns & celebrate feeling understood & connected. Enjoy coffee, tea & baked goods with entertainment & conversation. QCMC

SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION NEW ENGLAND Support group meeting held 4th Tue. of the mo., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Williston Police Station. Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732. SEX & LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem w/ sex or relationships? We can help. Shawn, 660-2645. Visit slaafws. org˝or saa-recovery.org for meetings near you.

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SEXUAL VIOLENCE SUPPORT HOPE Works offers free support groups to women, men & teens who are survivors of sexual violence. Groups are available for survivors at any stage of the healing process. Intake for all support groups is ongoing. If you are interested in learning more or would like to schedule an intake to become a group member, please call our ofﬁce at 864-0555, ext. 19, or email our victim advocate at advocate@ sover.net. STUTTERING SUPPORT GROUPS If you’re a person who stutters, you are not alone! Adults, teens & school-age kids who stutter & their families are welcome to join one of our three free National Stuttering Association (NSA) stuttering support groups at UVM. Adults: 5:30-6:30, 1st & 3rd Tue. monthly; teens (ages 13-17): 5:30-6:30, 1st ˜ u. monthly; schoolage children (ages 8-12) & parents (meeting separately): 4:15-5:15, 2nd ˜ u. monthly. Pomeroy Hall (489 Main St., UVM campus. Info: burlingtonstutters.org, burlingtonstutters@ gmail.com, 656-0250. Go Team Stuttering! SUICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP For those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide. Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 N. Main St., Wallingford, 446-3577. 6:30-8 p.m. the 3rd Tue. of ea. mo. SUICIDE HOTLINES IN VT Brattleboro, 257-7989; Montpelier (Washington County Mental Health Emergency Services), 229-0591; Randolph (Clara Martin Center

Emergency Service), 800-639-6360. SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Circle (Washington Co. only). Please call 877-5439498 for more info. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE If you have lost someone to suicide and wish to have a safe place to talk, share and spend a little time with others who have had a similar experience, join us the 3rd ˜ u. at the Faith Lighthouse Church, Rte. 105, Newport (105 Alderbrook), 7-9 p.m. Please call before attending. Info: Mary Butler, 744-6284. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE S. BURLINGTON Who: Persons experiencing the impact of a loved one’s suicide. When: ﬁrst Wednesday of each month,˝6-7:30 p.m.˝Location: S. Burlington. ˜ is group is currently full and unable to accept new participants. Please call Linda Livendale at 802-272-6564 to learn about other groups within driving distance. We are sorry for the inconvenience. ˜ ank you! THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP ˜ e Compassionate Friends international support group for parents, siblings and families grieving the loss of a child˝meets every third˝Tuesday˝of the month,˝7-9 p.m.,˝at Kismet Place, 363 Blair Park Rd., Williston. Call/email Jay at˝802-373-1263,˝compassionatefriendsvt@ gmail.com. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meeting. Hedding

United Methodist Church, Washington St., Barre. Wed., 5:15-6:15 p.m. For info, call David at 371-8929. VEGGIE SUPPORT GROUP Want to feel supported on your vegetarian/ vegan journey? Want more info on healthy veggie diets? Want to share & socialize at veggie potlucks, & more, in the greater Burlington area? ˜ is is your opportunity to join with other like-minded folks. veggy4life@gmail. com, 658-4991. WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FAHC. Led by Deb Clark, RN. Every 1st & 3rd Tue., 5-6:30 p.m. Call Kathy McBeth, 847-5715. YOGA FOR FOLKS LIVING WITH LYME DISEASE Join as we build community and share what works on the often confusing, bafﬂing and isolating path to wellness while living with Lyme disease. We will have a gentle restorative practice suitable for all ages and all˝levels from beginner to experienced, followed by an open group discussion where we will share what works and support one another in our quest for healing. By donation. Wear comfortable clothing. March 5,˝April 2,˝May 7, June 4.˝2-3:30 p.m. More information at˝laughing riveryoga.com XA – EVERYTHING ANONYMOUS Everything Anonymous is an all encompassing 12-step support group. People can attend for any reason, including family member challenges. Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., Burlington. Info: 777-5508, deﬁnder@ gmail.com.

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QUIT TOBACCO GROUPS Are you ready to be tobacco free?˝ Join our free ﬁ ve-week group classes facilitated by our Tobacco Treatment Specialists.˝ We meet in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.˝ You may qualify for a free 8-week supply of nicotine replacement therapy. Contact us at (802)-847-7333 or quittobaccoclass@ uvmhealth.org.

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QUEER CARE GROUP ˜ is support group is for adult family members and caregivers of queer, and/or questioning youth. It is held on the 2nd Monday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. at Outright Vermont, 241 North Winooski Ave. ˜ is group is for adults only. For more information, email info@ outrightvt.org.

NORTHWEST VERMONT CANCER PRAYER & SUPPORT NETWORK A meeting of cancer patients, survivors & family members intended to comfort & support those who are currently suffering from the disease. 2nd ˜ u. of every mo., 6-7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 11 Church St., St. Albans. Info: stpaulum@myfairpoint.net. 2nd Wed. of every mo., 6-7:30 p.m. Winooski United Methodist Church, 24 W. Allen St., Winooski. Info: hovermann4@comcast. net.

POTATO INTOLERANCE SUPPORT GROUP Anyone coping with potato intolerance and interested in joining a support group, contact Jerry Fox,˝48 Saybrook Rd., Essex Junction, VT 05452.

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NAR-ANON BURLINGTON GROUP Group meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (small room), 191 Bank St., Burlington. ˜ e only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of addiction in a relative or friend. Info: Amanda H. 338-8106.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA)˜ A 12-step program for people who identify as overeaters, compulsive eaters, food addicts, anorexics, bulimics, etc. No matter what your problem with food, we have a solution! All are welcome, meetings are open, and there are no dues or fees. See˝oavermont.org/ meeting-list/˝for the current meeting list, meeting format and more; or call 802-8632655 any time!

meets the 3rd Sat. of each mo., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. ˜ ayer Building, 1197 North Ave., Burlington. 316-3839.

NAMI CONNECTION PEER SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS Bennington, every Tue., 1-2:30 p.m., CRT Center, United Counseling Service, 316 Dewey St.; Burlington, every ˜ u., 3-4:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2 Cherry St. (enter from parking lot); Berlin, second ˜ u. of the month, 4-5:30 p.m., CVMC Board Room, 130 Fisher Rd.; Rutland, every 1st and 3rd Sun., 4:30-6 p.m., Rutland Mental Health Wellness Center, 78 S. Main St.; No. Concord, every ˜ u., 6-7:30 p.m., Loch Lomond, 700 Willson Rd. If you have questions about a group in your area, please contact

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live w/ out the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. ˜ e only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 862-4516 or cvana.org. Held in Burlington, Barre and St. Johnsbury.

OPEN EARS, OPEN MINDS A mutual support circle that focuses on connection and selfexploration. Fridays at˝1 p.m., Pathways Vermont Community Center,˝279 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Abby Levinsohn, 777-8602.

Support Group. We provide emotional support, resources about treatment options, coping strategies and a support network by participating in the group experience with people that have been though similar situations. ˜ ird Tuesday of the month, 5-6 p.m. at the New Hope Lodge on East Avenue in Burlington. Info: Kay Cromie, 655-9136, kgcromey@aol.com.

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Bellows Falls, 3rd Tue. of every mo., 7 p.m., Compass School, 7892 US-5, Westminster; Brattleboro, 1st Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., 1st Congregational Church, 880 Western Ave., West Brattleboro; Burlington, 2nd & 4th Tue. of every mo., 7 p.m., HowardCenter, corner of Pine & Flynn Ave.; Berlin, 4th Mon. of every mo., 7 p.m. Central Vermont Medical Center, Room 3; Georgia, 1st Tue. of every mo., 6 p.m., Georgia Public Library, 1697 Ethan Allen Highway (Exit 18, I-89); Manchester, 4th Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., Equinox Village, 2nd ﬂoor; Rutland, 1st Mon. of every mo., 6 p.m., Rutland Regional Medical Center, Leahy Conference Ctr., room D; St. Johnsbury, 4th Wed. of every mo., 5:30 p.m., Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital Library, 1315 Hospital Dr.; Williston, 1st & 3rd Mon. of every mo., 6 p.m., NAMI Vermont Ofﬁce, 600 Blair Park Rd. #301. If you have questions about a group in your area, please contact the National Alliance on Mental

Illness of Vermont, info@namivt.org or 800-639-6480. Family Support Group meetings are for family & friends of individuals living mental illness.

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Entry Level HVAC Distribution R.E. MICHEL COMPANY, LLC., a leading wholesale distributor News in pursuit of truth of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment & parts with over 280 branch locations coast to coast, has a potential career opportunity in our Williston VT, branch. This isUntitled-17 1 11/9/18 11:11 AM a heavy lifting, full time, entryWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, level position suited for a self including health, medical and dental coverage, motivated individual who wants 401(K), paid time off, flexible working schedules, to learn the HVACR wholesale relaxed dress code and possible telecommuting business. Pre-employment opportunities. We have a stunning office with a screening required. Satisfactory positive, friendly work culture. pre-employment screenings, inclusive of ability to pass This is a great opportunity for you! necessary DOT requirements/ medical exam to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and We are seeking a multi-talented person with enthusiasm for our current copy of driving record 10/29/18 mission to help us spread the word about employee ownership4t-Sheridan103118.indd 1 required. Salary, $14/hour.

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and create more of it! Excellent writing skills, and experience with marketing and social media are essential. Business and financial skills desirable. The position is part-time, 20-30 hours (negotiable), with opportunities for advancement. Salary commensurate with skills and experience. EOE. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

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DIRECTOR OF MOBILE HOME AND VERMONT TENANTS PROGRAMS Our culture thrives by bridging gaps and building futures. The

We are seeking a skilled and Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) self-motivated office professional seeks an individual to direct the Mobile Home and VT Tenants as Office Manager for our Programs. This person will lead two unique but related state-wide South Burlington environmental programs supervising 2 full time and one half time staff members. consulting company. The If you have a Bachelor Degree and relevant experience in housing successful applicant will enjoy counseling, advocacy, housing management, housing code working with a dedicated team enforcement, finance related experience, resident services, general of professionals who take our knowledge of tenant, landlord and housing issues, with interest in work very seriously (even though or knowledge of tenant issues specifically or other social services, we try not to take ourselves too especially those involving housing issues, or a combination of seriously). As Office Manager, education and work experience that provides equivalent skills we will rely on you to juggle a and abilities; strong computer and social media skills, experience wide variety of daily functions with Microsoft Office and Adobe; excellent verbal and written including accounts receivable, communication skills, bilingual abilities are a plus; and a valid accounts payable, reception, driver’s license we would like to hear from you! receiving incoming calls, and This is a 40-hour a week position with health benefits, holiday clerical support. Administrative/ and vacation time. To learn more about this position, please visit Office experience preferred. Must www.cvoeo.org/careers. To apply, please submit a cover letter be highly organized and able to and resume by e-mail to mhpvtidirector2018@cvoeo.org. multi-task effectively. Excellent The review of applications begins immediately and will continue communication skills - written until suitable candidates are found. and oral needed. Dedicated work CVOEO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ethic is a must. Our office is a Mac computer environment and applicants should have experience or be familiar with accounting software and practices. Our 5v-CVOEOdirector103118.indd 1 10/29/18 workplace is friendly and highly flexible. We will work with the The Northeast Organic Farming Association right person to create a work of Vermont (NOFA-VT) is seeking a schedule that meets individual and dynamic and experienced professional to organizational needs. Competitive serve as its Executive Director to lead the compensation package available. organization and continue to build an Send resumes to:

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inclusive and energetic tent for Vermont’s agricultural community.

The Executive Director will be responsible providing leadership and direction toward the achievement of NOFA-VT’s mission and goals; administering the operations and programs of NOFA-VT; executing the policies established by the Board of Directors; overseeing the preparation of meaningful reports reflecting the financial health of the organization; providing human resources leadership and supervising staff; and representing the goals and work of the organization to the wider community.

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A minimum of 5 years of nonprofit management experience is required. A Master’s Degree or equivalent work experience is highly desired. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the complexities and challenges within the organic food and farming industry as well as knowledge of organic farming in Vermont is a plus. More information about the position can be found at: nofavt.org/about-us/join-our-team. To apply, submit a cover letter outlining qualifications for this position, resume and three references to edsearch@nofavt.org by January 15, 2019.

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We are looking for line chefs to join our nationally recognized Nutrition Services team. Great benefits, paid time off, & opportunities for advancement. Sign on bonus of up to $2,000.

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Now Hiring! The Champlain Water District, an award winning regional water supplier having the distinction of receiving the “First in the Nation Excellence In Water Treatment Award” from the Partnership for Safe Water, announces a position opening within its existing Department that assures high quality drinking water throughout Chittenden County. This position operates, maintains, and monitors a 24/7/365 sophisticated, state-of-the-art 23 MGD water treatment facility and transmission system serving a population of 75,000 located in twelve served municipal water distribution systems. Candidate must have a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in a water related science and be capable of obtaining certification as a Vermont Class 4C Water Treatment Plant Operator. Valid State of Vermont driver’s license with a clean record and the ability to meet the insurability criteria of the District’s insurance carrier. Resume deadline: November 28, 2018. Visit our website at: www.champlainwater.org to view the complete job description. Competitive salary and benefit package. Resumes with cover letter to: tracy.bessette@champlainwater.org.

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Development Director Friends of Dog Mountain, established in 2015 to steward and protect St. Johnsbury’s Dog Mountain and the iconic art of its creator, Stephen Huneck, seeks an experienced, hands-on Development Director to implement and enhance the organization’s fundraising initiatives and capacity. Salaried position, 20-24 hours per week including occasional weekend work. Flexible schedule for the right candidate. Work will take place at Dog Mountain in St. Johnsbury, VT, at a home office (if desired), and via personal visits with donors and organizations in the community. For more detailed job description and application instructions, please visit:

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PLUMBING & HEATING TECHNICIAN. SIGN-ON BONUS AFTER 90 DAYS. $250 for Licensed Plumbers or Licensed Journeyman.

Carpenters Wanted! Needed Immediately!

Must have valid driver’s license, professional licenses preferred - gas, plumbing certification. Experience in the trade is required. Paid vacation, paid holidays, Aflac and more.

Finish Carpenters, Carpenters and Carpenters Helpers. Good Pay, Full Time and Long Term! Chittenden County.

Pay compensated with experience. Vehicle provided.

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Do you have an interest in helping to improve the lives of Vermont’s most vulnerable people while supporting the integrity of the disability program in Vermont? Would you enjoy stable, challenging work on a flexible schedule that meets your needs in a collegial office environment where you use your clinical expertise to assess medical case files and assist in disability evaluation? The Vermont Disability Determination Services is seeking to contract with licensed physicians in such fields as general or internal medicine, family practice, osteopathy, neurology, or Physiatry. Program training is provided, and the work is performed at the Disability Determination Office in Waterbury, VT during regular business days/hours with no patient care responsibilities. For details, questions, and application materials, contact DDS Director Trudy Lyon-Hart at 802-241-2464 or Trudy.LyonHart@ssa.gov All applications must be received no later than 4:00 PM Monday, November 26, 2018. For more details regarding the Medical Consultant position go to http://vermontbusinessregistry.com/BidPreview. aspx?BidID=33909

Essential knowledge and functions include: purchase order preparation and processing, timeline coordination, order discrepancy reconciliation, contract negotiation, vendor research and management, efficient and accurate data entry, and demonstrated product awareness.

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This position requires: critical thinking, customer service skills, strong work ethic and motivation, effective multi-tasking, and high stress tolerance. Compensation is based on experience and capabilities. Benefits include medical, dental, as well as 401k with profit sharing.

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The State of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• EDUCATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Vermont Association of Broadcasters is looking for an Executive Director to help us meet our mission of serving the broadcast community in Vermont. We seek an energetic and organized individual who has great communication skills and a passion for broadcast. For more info, visit vab.org.

Select is seeking a full-time Buyer to join our fast-paced product purchasing team. This position will help secure a wide variety of apparel, branded products, and materials procured through the use of best purchasing practices to ensure highest levels of quality, cost, and timely delivery.

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Seeking an experienced tax preparer who is a highly motivated, well organized self-starter, to prepare individual and possibly business and fiduciary tax returns during the upcoming tax season. Flexible hours and schedule. Pay commensurate with experience. Our office atmosphere is casual, comfortable and fun; fast paced but low stress. Please apply by sending a cover letter, resume and a list of references to info@2beancounters.com.

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Assistant Creative Resource Manager Champlain Orchards, based in Shoreham, Vermont, has full and part-time openings for the following position:

FRESH FRUIT PRODUCTION LINE STAFF This individual will be part of the daily apple packing team. Looking for an individual who can work in a fast-paced team oriented environment, and can pay attention to detail. Must be physically fit and able to lift 40+ pounds comfortably. Applicants should have a strong work ethic, appreciate local food/agriculture, and want to be part of a great team.

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The Vermont Judiciary is recruiting a long term temporary Docket Clerk position, which will specialize in customer service, records keeping and data entry involving one or more docket areas. High School graduate and two years of clerical or data entry experience required. Starting at $16.66 per hour.

A positive attitude and willingness to work as a team are required in this fast paced environment.

COURT OFFICER (Job code #18047) - $16.66 per hour

Our hours are: M-F 6:00am2:30pm; Sat 7:00am-2:00pm; Sun 7:00am-1:00pm. At least one weekend day is required of applicants, weekday shifts are limited and not guaranteed. We are located at 70 Roosevelt Hwy Colchester, VT 05446, off of Exit 16 on the Colchester/ Winooski Line. Must be 16+ to apply Hourly Rate + Tips Send cover letter and resume to mlebl5555@comcast.net, or apply in person.

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Now Hiring LPNs to join our Primary Care nursing teams in Burlington, South Burlington, Williston, Essex and Berlin. Full and part-time positions available.

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Compensation is based on experience and capabilities. Benefits include medical and dental, 401k with profit sharing, and an engaging work environment.

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Select is looking for an energetic, organized, diligent, detail-oriented person to work with the Creative Resource Manager to oversee the design team schedule and manage creative project workflow. Duties will include schedule coordination, asset management and art proofing, along with many other tasks that will require quick-learning, continuous multi-tasking, and confident decision making. A desire to learn, an eye for color and design, and a positive attitude are highly beneficial. Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, is a plus.

The Vermont Judiciary is looking for a temporary opening in St. Albans. The position’s primary responsibility is for the security of court house, performing security, safety, and general assistance to court operations. High School graduate and two years in a responsible position required. Starting pay $16.66 per hour. Open until filled. Candidates shall submit a complete and up-to-date Judicial Branch Application and resume. An electronic version of the Application may be found at: www.vermontjudiciary.org/employmentopportunities/staff-openings.

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Developmental Educator The Parent Child Center of NCSS seeks an individual with experience working with families and a desire to work in early childhood. This position, along with the Parent Child Center, coordinates special education services for infants and toddlers. The position requires knowledge of developmental milestones, parenting strategies, community resources, and the ability to provide supports in home, child care, and team settings. Developmental Educators provide family support, parent education, and service coordination to address child and family goals. Desired applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Human Services, or other related ﬁeld; or equivalent combination of related education, training and experience. Knowledge of child development birth to three is necessary, and knowledge of developmental delays and children with medical/ genetic disorders is preferred. This position provides excellent beneﬁts including medical, dental, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, retirement plan and educational assistance. Please send letter of interest, three references, and a resume to: Nicole Noel, Team Leader at careers@ncssinc.org. Visit our website at www.ncssinc.org/careers.

Equal opportunity employer.

NCSS, 107 Fisher Pond Road, St. Albans, VT 05478 | ncssinc.org | E.O.E.

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Graphic & Multimedia Designer Established over two decades ago, our educational publishing company possesses an established brand, business model and clientele. We are looking for a dynamic Graphic and Multimedia Designer to join our team. Projects will cover a wide spectrum. The ideal candidate possesses multiple design disciplines, from print graphics, to digital graphics, to animation to video editing. We are looking for a self-starting team player with a great attitude, good organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and savviness in both digital and print design. A Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design or a related field is required, plus 3 years of experience. Advanced working knowledge of Macs, Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro is essential. Familiarity with HTML is a plus! To get started on this exciting path, please send a copy of your resume and a digital portfolio with at least three work samples to us at edsalessearch@gmail.com.

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Engaging minds that change the world Seeking a position with a quality employer? Consider The University of Vermont, a stimulating and diverse workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including tuition remission for on-going, full-time positions. This opening and others are updated daily. Information Technology Assistant/Programmer - Grossman School of Business (GSB) - #S1798PO - The University of Vermont Grossman School of Business (GSB) is seeking an Information Technology Assistant/ Programmer to provide specialized technical support to students, faculty and staff at the GSB. The candidate will implement all-in-one computing solutions, software, networking, hardware support and problem resolution. Provide consultation, analysis, problem resolution and guidance to individual users and groups using hardware, networks, classroom media and software. Provide instructional support to faculty and students in classroom and computer lab environments. Independently perform course-specific installations of supplemental software. Maintain help desk services and provide programming support for GSB digital signage. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in technology related field and one to three years’ related experience to include image creation and deployment and associated software required. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft server, macOS, iOS and Android operating systems required. Demonstrated commitment to customer service required. Lifting of up to 50 lbs. occasionally required. For any questions, please reach us at: 802-656-3150. For further information on this position and others currently available, or to apply online, please visit our website at: www.uvmjobs.com; Job Hotline #802-656-2248; telephone #802-656-3494. Applicants must apply for position electronically. Paper resumes are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.

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Responsibilities Include: • Assists in planning and facilitating life enhancement programs. • Conducts life story interviews with residents. • Works with the Community Life team to create a monthly calendar of events. • Incorporate students and volunteers into programs. • Drive company van to bring residents on outings. Qualifications • Experience working with elderly, preferably in a similar setting. • Positive, upbeat, flexible personality. • Ability to multi-task. • Excellent communication skills. • Clean driving record.

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If you are interested in applying for this position please send your resume to kellie@conversehome.com or apply online at www.conversehome.com/career opportunities.

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The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be wellorganized, computer proficient and motivated to help others. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree. This is a full-time position that offers very competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match. Please send letters of interest and a resume to:info@marbletrail.com.

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The Converse Home, an assisted living community located in downtown Burlington, is looking for a Community Life Coordinator.

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Marble Trail, a rapidly growing financial Due: 11/12 by noon services firm located in Middlebury, Size: 3.83forx the 5.25 seeks applicants position of Financial Administrative Associate. Cost: and$476.85 (with 1 week This individual will initially have front desk responsibilities and provide support to both investment advisory and accounting clients, with significant opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic firm.

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We are looking for an independent plumbing/ HVAC journeyman or master to be our busy service tech all throughout Chittenden County. We have hundreds of loyal customers that trust us to give them reliable service. If you like a varied job site, troubleshooting repairs and meeting great people this is the job for you. Please contact us with any questions. Own transportation a plus but not necessary. Must have a valid Vermont driver's license. We are a small but growing company, family run and staffed. Wages/salary: competitive for this area and dependent upon your experience. Send resumes to: lavoiepandh@gmail.com

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Join the Addison County Parent/Child Center Team

WeParent/Child are seeking Outreach who will work The Addison County Center an (ACPCC) is seeking a Worker new CoDirector to lead this well-known and highly respected non-profit located with families, focusing on child development with young in Middlebury, Vermont. Founded in 1980, the ACPCC is a member of the Vermont Parent Child Center Network dedicatedthe to providing family children and support family and child as needed. The City of St. Albans seeks a team player to serve as Assistant support services, therapeutic childcare and education, prevention and workinin coordination with parents in the home, adultswill and children Addison County. City Accountant. This position reports to the Director ofsupport for youth,You

Pet Caregivers and Pet Groomers

Assistant City Accountant

Happy Tails Pet Resort and Spa is an upscale full-service pet care facility in S. Burlington, VT. We are committed to providing a safe, clean and fun environment for our employees and the pets in our care.

for an energeticproviders and engaged community with community and with teachers in childcare Administration and performs professional accounting workThis in is a great opportunity leader who is passionate about making a difference in the community support of the City’s business functions. classrooms, as well as other resources in the community. by leading an organization in a co-directorship model. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented

St. Albans is a thriving City and has benefitted from a recent work style, a passion for working with families and have children,a and a understanding of Strong candidates must solid growth period in which the City has invested approximatelydedication $20 to social justice issues. The candidate will have experience child development up to age six, family systems, excellent working with human services and state agencies, experience in all million into its infrastructure and leveraged $50 million in grand aspects of human resource and personnel management and experience communication skills and flexibility. Experience with the list growth. The City has a TIF district and operating budgets in managing and overseeing data collections and analysis. Candidates must also demonstrate of financial management totaling $15 million. Early understanding Intervention system would of be helpful; social workers

Immediate openings for experienced, energetic, and conscientious team members. Excellent pay and flexible hours.

multiple funding streams and fund development.

encouraged to apply. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Salary will be based on qualifications. The City benefit package Preference will be given to candidates with a graduate degree in social work, nonprofit management, a related field.Please contact Donna Bailey: includes defined benefit retirement; comprehensive health, a related education, field is orrequired. For more information, including a full job description, please contact dental, and vision insurance; and a family friendly workplace.

Send letter of interest and resume to:

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Donna Bailey at dbailey@addisoncountypcc.org

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A complete job description can be found on the City’s website at www.stalbansvt.com.

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Interested applicants are expected to submit their letter of interest, resume, and contact information by April 30, 2018, sent by regular mail to: ACPCC Search Committee, P.O. Box 646 Middlebury, VT 05753 or by email to: dbailey@addisoncountypcc.org

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Thomas Leitz Director of Administration 100 North Main Street St. Albans, VT 05478

Administrative Assistant City of Montpelier

The City of St. Albans is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City is seeking candidates to fill the position of Administrative Assistant in the Department of 11/2/18 Public Works. The successful 5v-CityofStAlbans110718.indd 1 applicant must be a high school/ vocational school graduate, have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a busy office setting, must be able to work competently in many standard computer applications, and must be a self-starter, highly organized and have excellent grammar, punctuation and spelling skills. The Administrative Assistant will be The Fleet Maintenance Technician position is responsible for preparing and/or responsible for performing skilled mechanical work completing reports, memos, letters, in the maintenance and repair of City fleet vehicles bid documents, spreadsheets and and equipment. Requirements include a High advertisements; responsible for School Diploma or equivalent, graduation from completion of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, annual budget an accredited vocational training program in the preparation, and maintenance automotive repair field AND 2 years’ experience in of files and records. Salary is the servicing, maintenance and repair of automotive, commensurate with experience.

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This position is open until filled. Please contact:

gmackey@montpelier-vt.org for a copy of the job description and the employment application. Or visit the Public Works Office at:

City Hall, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05602. The City of Montpelier is an equal opportunity employer.

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Wake Robin is adding new members to its team! Housekeeper

Electronic submissions are preferred and can be sent to t.leitz@stalbansvt.com.

heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment, OR 4 years of experience in the servicing, maintenance and repair of automotive, heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment, and candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class B CDL license within 90 days of date of hire. Position is considered regular Full Time. To apply, please see our website: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/burlingtonvt.

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Sometimes cleaning just isn’t enough. Our housekeepers care for people by caring for their homes. Housekeepers are critical to the well-being of residents, and the residents tell us this every day. If you love to clean and want to be an active part of our residents’ well-being, this is the community for you. We offer a beautiful work environment, excellent benefits, and a chance to be thanked every day. Candidates with previous training or experience as professional cleaners preferred.

Custodian

FULL-TIME EVENINGS This service position performs a variety of custodial, floor maintenance, light maintenance and repair duties under general supervision throughout the Wake Robin campus, common areas, independent living units, and health center. A minimum of one year of hands-on experience as custodian/housekeeper or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Wake Robin offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to build strong relationships with staff and residents in a dynamic community setting. Interested candidates can send their resumes to hr@wakerobin.com or fill out an application at www.wakerobin.com/employment.

WOMEN, MINORITIES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. EOE.

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LEGAL ASSISTANT LITIGATION American Flatbread Middlebury is hiring for both our FOH and BOH! Employees are more than just “warm bodies” to us – we want you to like your job as well as your peers. This is an open kitchen with a multi-generational staff, focus on good food, and emphasis on cross-training. No previous kitchen or service experience required for the right person. Must be motivated, highly responsible with a positive attitude. Nights/weekends and some holidays required. American Flatbread Middlebury Hearth is dedicated to promoting a diverse and positive work environment. We particularly welcome applications from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Please stop in for an application. EOE.

We are seeking an experienced legal assistant to join our firm. The ideal candidate will have law firm experience in litigation and a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Requirements of this position are: a strong work ethic, excellent writing, proofreading and typing skills, the ability to prioritize and communicate effectively with clients, attorneys and team members. Minimum of three years’ law firm experience preferred. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-leading paid parental leave and a generous retirement package.

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Please e-mail cover letter, résumé and references to: fmiller@gravelshea.com Gravel & Shea PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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System Administrator

The System Administrator is responsible for client service delivery of high level and tactical solutions for client networks, security planning, design, implementation and installation. The ideal candidate will have a 4-year CS, Engineering, Information Technology, or Math degree, with at least 5+ years of field service delivery experience in the IT, Cloud Computing, Outsourcing, and/or Managed Services fields. Experience or exposure to proposal development, budget and product management a plus. Expert knowledge of Cisco, Citrix, MS operating systems, VMware, LAN/WAN/WLAN, VPN, switching and routing technology, protocols, and optimization, network security, firewalls and IPS; advanced network certifications such as CCNA, CCAA, VCP series certifications experience required. Six Sigma, ITIL, or equivalent certifications or experience is preferred. Interested? Send resumes to Human Resources, careers@tgvt.net. The Tech Group offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. EOE NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

or tutoring at workshops or classes. May provide hands-on job training and job coaching in a work place to help consumer become fully independent. Local travel required. For more information, contact William Pendlebury at 802-786-5865 or william.pendlebury@vermont.gov. Department: Disabilities Aging & Independent Living. Status: Part Time – Temp. Job ID #380. Application Deadline: November 18, 2018.

BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER – MONTPELIER

Seeking a self-starter to manage the design and construction of building projects of varying degrees and complexity including repair, renovations, and new build. The incumbent will be responsible for design, permitting, and construction phases serving as the primary point of contact. Candidates must have the ability to establish effective working relationships and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Please note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. For more information, contact Joe Aja at joe.aja@vermont.gov. Department: Building & General Services. Status: Full Time. Job ID #397 for level one, #418 for level two. Application Deadline: November 25, 2018

AOT SR. MANAGER I (CONSTRUCTION) – BERLIN

The Agency of Transportation has an exciting opportunity for an independent thinking, problem solving leader in the Construction section that will lead initiatives that may include e-construction, continual process improvement, staff empowerment and succession planning while efficiently administering the $200 million-dollar construction program. As the Southeast Regional Construction Engineer you will be directly responsible for ensuring that all contracts assigned to the region are administered in accordance with the contract documents. The successful candidate will spend a significant amount of time on construction projects supporting staff and developing employee skills as well as implementing actions that can be measured to objectively record the quality of the work and the performance of the staff. Experience as a professional engineer and senior manager level is preferred. For more information, contact Jeremy Reed at jeremy.reed@vermont. gov or 828-0101. Department: Agency of Transportation. Status: Full Time. Job ID #415. Application Deadline: November 25, 2018.

CUSTODIAN I – MONTPELIER

Buildings and General Services is looking for an individual to join our custodial staff in Montpelier. This individual should possess a great attitude and have an attention to detail philosophy. This is a second shift position Monday through Friday 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm. For more information, contact Jonathan Rutledge at jonathan.rutledge@ vermont.gov. Status: Full Time. Job ID #432. Application Deadline: November 25, 2018

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Healthy Relationships Project Trainer Healthy Relationships Project Trainer sought. Full-time position supports pre-schools and schools implementing our child sexual abuse prevention programs. Bachelor’s degree in Education or Human Services field & experience training adults and/or teaching children required. Master’s degree and knowledge of child development & sexual abuse preferred. State-wide travel requiring reliable transportation. Submit cover letter, resume, and three references to Search, PO Box 829, Montpelier, Vermont, 05601.

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HOLIDAY HELPERS Cardboard Teck LLC, makers of the award-winning PinBox 3000, are looking for holiday helpers to sort, pack, and ship our holiday ecommerce sales. Must be detail-oriented with an eye for high-customer satisfaction. Creative work in promotion via social media is also possible. Fun environment. Want to experience the rush of the holiday toy sales season?

BOOKKEEPER AND ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER POSITION Essex Architectural firm seeking a Bookkeeper and Administrative Manager. The successful candidate will wear many hats including office manager, face to face and phone greeting, bookkeeping and management of staff benefit programs. Requires proficiency in standard commercial business bookkeeping practices, use of Sage Accounting and interface with Sage payroll is a must. Proven office management, administrative or assistant experience, excellent written and communication skills, experience with human resources, benefit systems. Must be able to work well with others in a support role. Email letter of Interest & resume to estelle@scottpartners.com. No phone calls, please.

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Catering Team Member Middlebury College Catering Team Member - $15.22 per hour minimum plus Generous Beneﬁts. Middlebury College is seeking an enthusiastic person to keep equipment and supplies organized, plan for upcoming events, and deliver/set-up catering events. Working independently is essential to this role, and clear and conscientious communication between team members and customers is required. Beneﬁts include excellent compensation, health, vision, dental, life, disability, retirement, and a time-away program with up to 35 days per year. To apply, visit the link provided: http://apptrkr.com/1333427

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Help Vermonters pursue their education goals!

Educational Opportunity Counselor Loan Compliance & CRA Officer

We’re all about mission at Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC). Help us fulfill our mission of providing all Vermont students with information and financial resources to reach their educational goals. You’ll work in a relaxed yet challenging environment. We offer many top-notch benefits.

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Northfield Savings Bank, founded in 1867, is the largest banking institution headquartered in Vermont. We are looking for a professional to join our team as a Loan Compliance & CRA Officer for our Berlin Operations Center. This position offers a strong opportunity to work for a growing premier Vermont mutual savings bank. The Loan Compliance & CRA Officer is responsible for formulating and maintaining a bank-wide compliance program relative to lending and CRA. This individual must have the ability to maintain Bank compliance and mitigate risks in a way which minimizes operational impact and supports a positive customer experience. The requirements for this position include: Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization as well as outside agencies. The Loan Compliance & CRA officer must be highly organized and be able to analyze, comprehend and interpret banking regulations. A Bachelor’s degree in banking or a related field, five years of work experience of lending compliance and CRA compliance background in a financial institution are also required. Find out what NSB can offer you: NSB offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, profit sharing, matching 401(K) retirement program, professional development opportunities, and a positive work environment supported by a team culture. NSB offers ten paid holidays. Northfield Savings Bank hours of operation are Monday – Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There is no better time to join the NSB Team! Careers@nsbvt.com (Preferred) Or mail: Northfield Savings Bank Human Resources P.O. Box 7180 Barre, VT 05641-7180 Equal Opportunity Employer/Member FDIC

The Educational Opportunity Counselor position is part of VSAC’s Career and Education Outreach Program. You will assist adults with educational, career, and financial aid information and counseling to aid them in their pursuit of post-secondary education. The work is primarily in the towns of White River Junction, Bradford and Randolph. Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills; knowledge of adult and career development; awareness of postsecondary options and financial aid; an understanding of the needs of first generation college going adults with financial barriers served through VSAC’s Outreach Programs; and ability to work with groups, develop presentations, and collaborate with college and agency personnel. Required: Master’s Degree in counseling or education and minimum of three years’ related experience; valid drivers’ license verified by a Motor Vehicle Record Report, as well as a properly inspected, registered and insured motor vehicle for business use; and a criminal background check. This is a grant funded position that is contingent upon continued grant funds.

VSAC offers a dynamic, professional environment with competitive compensation and generous benefits package. Apply ONLY online at www.vsac.org. VERMONT STUDENT ASSISTANCE CORPORATION PO Box 2000, Winooski, VT 05404 EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled www.VSAC.org 9t-VSAC110718.indd 1

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Holiday Cash! Mansfield Hall is an innovative residential college support program for students with diverse learning needs.

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LIFE

Seeking a person with the dynamic skill-set to supervise direct service staff, case manage and coach students, partner with parents, and build a cohesive team and strong community. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree in social work or in a related field, have residential program experience, a background in mental health and/or educational programming, strong writing skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

We have immediate seasonal openings in our manufacturing department for long-term, full-time & part-time seasonal employment. We will have other opportunities available throughout our company for days, early evening, and weekend shifts. No experience is necessary; we will train you.

Meat Production Customer service reps Warehouse Apply in person. 8 am to 5 pm 210 East Main Street, Richmond, VT 05477

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER/ CUSTOMER SERVICE Graphic Designer needed for custom design work. Needs to be proficient with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. This is a part time position with full time hours available fulfilling customer service duties like account management, quoting, invoicing and answering phones. This position is available immediately. Salary and benefits available for qualified candidates. info@deerfielddesigns.com

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Therapeutic Facilitator $300 Sign on Bonus St. Albans Wrap Around Program Looking for an exciting new opportunity? NFI Vermont has one for you! St. Albans WRAP is seeking a full time Therapeutic Facilitator to join our amazing team of mental health professionals and our positive and supportive work environment. Responsibilities include working with children, adolescents, and families with mental health challenges, both in the community and in their homes. Ideal candidates will have experience working collaboratively with families and multi-disciplinary treatment teams, have working knowledge of trauma and its effects, and be open to new experiences. Master’s preferred in social work or a related field, valid driver’s license required. NFI Vermont offers a trauma informed working environment, training opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package with tuition reimbursement.

Full-Time Psychiatric Social Worker Busy inpatient psychiatry unit seeks MSW/LICSW with mental health experience to join supportive multidisciplinary treatment team. Duties include assessment, treatment, and discharge planning. Clinician will conduct psychoeducational and treatment groups. Extensive interface with community agencies. Prefer candidate with 3-5 years clinical experience, LADC a plus.

Residential Counselors $500 Sign on Bonus Shelburne House Program

UVM Health Network – CVMC offers an excellent benefits program, with options of medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, as well as generous tuition reimbursement and combined time off programs. We are also offering a $6,000 sign-on Bonus.

The Shelburne House Program is seeking Residential Counselors to join our team. Shelburne House is a trauma-informed residential treatment program, which provides assessment and stabilization services to male adolescents, ages 13-18. Counselors provide supervision, support, guidance and role modeling to the youth in order to help facilitate healing and growth. Other responsibilities include helping with activities of daily living and building independent living skills. Experience working with teenagers with emotional and behavioral challenges, or a BA in psychology or a related field required. Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to function well in a team atmosphere and a valid driver’s license. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package, with tuition reimbursement.

Learn More & Apply online at: UVMHealth.org/CVMC/Jobs

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Development Coordinator Sales Manager - B2B Health-focused, earth-loving, think-outside-the-box world changers operating VT’s first full-scale cricket farm are seeking sales professional with passion, drive and a proven sales record to lead B2B sales of cricket products. Full time; base + commission. Job Description & Application info:

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Duties & Responsibilities: • Research grant opportunities and assist with proposal development efforts largely for U.S. government agencies • Coordinate individual giving appeal • Manage PR & social media postings Preparation and Knowledge • Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of development experience with a non-profit • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent verbal & written communication skills • Ability to manage priorities and adhere to multiple deadlines EEO. Health insurance and generous vacation. Send cover letter, resume, two references and salary requirements by email to: ph-vt@ph-int.org. No calls.

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To apply for this position, please send resume and cover letter to careers@ncssinc.org or visit our website at www.ncssinc.org/careers. NCSS, 107 Fisher Pond Road, St. Albans, VT 05478 | ncssinc.org | E.O.E.

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Mobile Home Program Resident Organizer The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity’s Mobile Home Program is seeking an experienced, energetic, and committed individual with a high degree of initiative to join our team. We are looking for a motivated problem-solver to provide education and outreach to residents of Vermont’s mobile home parks. Our ideal candidate will have the ability to work closely with our clients and community demonstrating strong communication and facilitation skills as well as to learn and maintain a working knowledge of related statutes and regulations. Job responsibilities include: providing direct service to residents including individual advocacy, identifying resources and solutions to improve or maintain housing conditions; conducting emergency preparedness outreach, facilitating community meetings, data entry, provide training and technical support for resident groups and residentowned cooperatives and assisting the program director with managing multiple projects as needed. Successful applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent skills and abilities. Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: housing counseling, low-income advocacy, code enforcement, emergency planning, community organizing and education, or cooperative development is desired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills - bilingual abilities a plus; a good driving record and access to a private vehicle is necessary.

We are seeking a full time Residential Mortgage Loan Assistant for our growing South Burlington Loan Office. This individual will be responsible for performing a variety of administrative duties to provide loan originaUnion Bank, YOUR community bank, is dedicated to providing superior tion and documentation support for our Mortgage Loan customer service. We offer challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Officers. Other responsibilities include overseeing the completion and accuracy of loan documents, processing loans and ensuring proper loan documentation including input of information and preparing all related We are seeking an experienced full time Retail Loan Underwriter for our loan documents, follow up on verifications and credit growing mortgage department located in either our S. Burlington or Morrisville reports, preparation of loans for underwriting, as well offices. This individual will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing, within as commitment letters, notes, and other loan documenestablished underwriting standards, all residential real estate loan types, tation and set up, assisting customers with advances including Freddie Mac, VHFA, FHA, VA and other governmental loans as well as on home construction lines and providing all other loan in-house loansupport products. A familiarity with include loan origination and underwriting needed. Requirements excellent writsoftware systems is essential. This individual will be responsible for making ten and oral communication, and a minimum of 2 years loan approvalof or denial recommendations. Other responsibilities include prior residential loan experience with a familiarity of assisting withsecondary the selling of secondary market loans. Requirements include a market mortgage loan products is preferable minimum of 2 but years experience in secondary market notofrequired. Attention to detail, strongresidential organiza- lending, well established analytical skills, andability excellent written are andessential. oral communication. tional skills, and the to multi-task

RETAIL LOAN UNDERWRITER

The ability to multi-task is essential.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Union Bank offers a comprehensive benefits program for full time employees including medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) Union Bank offers competitive wages, a comprehensive plan with a generous company match and paid time off. beneﬁts package, training for professional developQualified applicants may apply with apotential, cover letter, ment, strong advancement stable resume, hours andreferences and a supportive salary requirements to: work environment. Qualiﬁed applications may apply with a cover letter, resume, professional refHuman Resources erences and salary requirements Union Bank to:

This is a 40 hour/week position with excellent benefits. To learn more about this position, please visit www.cvoeo.org. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to: resident2018@cvoeo.org. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found. CVOEO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Human Morrisville, Morrisville, Vermont 05661 – 0667 VT 05661-0667 Resources careers@unionbankvt.com careers@unionbankvt.com Member FDIC

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Be part of an initiative to prevent psychiatric hospitalizations, reduce high medical utilization, and improve outcomes for individuals who are reluctant to seek care. The Mobile Outreach team works closely with our crisis service and requires teamwork with providers, law enforcement and other agencies in the community. Essential to have an ability to work under pressure and maintain a positive attitude in a constantly changing atmosphere. Ideal candidate will have their bachelor’s degree with experience. Also willing to consider individuals with master’s degree who require supervision towards licensure. Position offers excellent beneﬁts and a ﬂexible work schedule. Our clinic is located close to Interstate 89 and is a short commute from Burlington and surrounding areas.

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Licensed Nursing Assistants Days and Evenings Full/Part Time Available

Wake Robin seeks a dedicated nursing assistant with a strong desire to work within a community of seniors. Wake Robin seeks LNAs licensed in Vermont to provide high quality care in a fast paced residential and long-term care environment, while maintaining a strong sense of “home.” We offer great benefits, a pristine working environment, and an opportunity to build strong relationships with staff and residents in a dynamic community setting. We continue to offer generous shift differentials; Evenings $2.50/hour, Nights $4.50/hour, and weekends $1.55. Interested candidates please email hr@wakerobin.com or complete an application online at www.wakerobin.com. Wake Robin is an EOE. 5h-WakeRobinLNAs111418.indd 1

Senior Human Relations Officer Middlebury College seeks a Senior Human Relations Officer, who will be responsible for the management of the Human Relations office and supervision of the Human Relations Officer and Alternate Human Relations Officers. A Bachelor’s degree is required; a JD degree in a related field is strongly preferred. To view the complete job description and apply online, visit http://apptrkr.com/1332521. Middlebury College employees enjoy a high quality of life with excellent compensation; competitive health, dental, retirement, and vision benefits; and educational assistance programs. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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ECHO seeks an experienced team player to provide building maintenance and custodial services in a unique 36,000 square foot, LEEDcertified aquarium and science center. The full time position provides a diverse set of responsibilities that includes interior and exterior daily cleaning of guest, staff and service areas as well as seasonal grounds maintenance. This position will also assist in interior and exterior building maintenance including painting, flooring, plumbing, carpentry, lighting, HVAC, and exhibit setup and maintenance.

Now Hiring for the Following Positions Children’s Therapist Come see what makes NCSS a great place to work! We are currently hiring for an Outpatient therapist. This position provides psychosocial evaluations, therapy and consultation for clients of all age groups. The ideal candidate will have an interest in working with children and families and be comfortable with brief and group treatment models. MSW/LICSW or LCMHC preferred or license eligible. This position can receive supervision towards licensure, group supervision, billing and crisis support. The agency provides excellent beneﬁts, competitive salary and it is located close to Interstate 89 and is a short commute from Burlington and surrounding areas.

REACH UP CLINICIAN Be part of an exciting initiative between NCSS & the Agency of Human Services Reach Up Office. Our Behavioral Health Division is seeking a candidate who will provide to Reach Up participants assessments & support services. Assessment services involve working with Adults to determine individual and family strengths, needs, and functioning, as well as needs across all environments. This person will coordinate care with Reach Up teams; collaborate with a range of providers and assist in developing the program to meet identified needs. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, individual and group therapy skills, ability to navigate multiple systems and a can-do/flexible approach to challenging situations. Candidate must possess a Master’s Degree. NCSS offers excellent benefits and is located 25 minutes from the Burlington area. Will consider a bachelor’s level with experience but prefer a master’s level eligible for licensure.

The Building Maintenance Technician position is an experienced team player who likes working in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate has demonstrated knowledge and a background in both general building maintenance and custodial services. This position will be full time, non-exempt and will be scheduled for four, ten-hour days per week, including one weekend day. Occasionally, this position will be required to work full weekends, holidays and overtime. For a full job description please visit:

Therapist Come see what makes NCSS a great place to work! We are currently hiring for an Outpatient Clinician. The focus of this position is to provide behavioral health psychosocial evaluations, therapy and consultation for clients of all age groups. The ideal candidate will be trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, have experience working with a range of disorders, and be comfortable with brief and group treatment models. MSW/LICSW or LCMHC required. Some evening hours required. Our clinic offers excellent beneﬁts and is located close to Interstate 89 and is a short commute from Burlington and surrounding areas.

www.echovt.org/jobs.html ECHO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates for employment who will contribute to our diversity.

Please submit cover letter and resume to jobs@echovermont.org with Building Maintenance Technician Position in the subject line.

To apply for this position, please send resume and cover letter to careers@ncssinc.org or visit our website at www.ncssinc.org/careers.

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Help Vermonters pursue their education goals! We’re all about mission at Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC). Help us fulfill our mission of providing all Vermont students with information and financial resources to reach their educational goals. You’ll work in a relaxed yet challenging environment. We offer many top-notch benefits, plus a fabulous onsite fitness room & café.

Title IX Coordinator Middlebury College seeks a Title IX Coordinator to oversee, coordinate and facilitate the response to reports and complaints of sexual misconduct, domestic and dating violence and misconduct, stalking, harassment, discrimination and related retaliation for all Middlebury programs in accordance with Middlebury’s policies. Bachelor’s degree is required; a JD or Masters in a related ﬁeld is strongly preferred.

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To view the complete job description and apply online, visit http://apptrkr.com/1332525. Middlebury College employees enjoy a high quality of life with excellent compensation; competitive health, dental, retirement, and vision beneﬁts; and educational assistance programs. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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RSVP Volunteer Coordinator

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VSAC is seeking an individual to perform daily loan, grant, and/or scholarship application processing and maintenance adjustments. The ideal candidate will have a strong facility with numbers and attention to detail; demonstrated problem-solving skills; proficient computer skills; and strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. A minimum of an Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience is required. This is an entry level position with room for growth. 10:32 AM

FAST Counselor I VSAC is seeking a dynamic individual who likes to assist customers over the telephone and in person with questions related to their education loan, grant, and general financial aid.

Are you a creative self-starter with a passion for the healthy future of older Vermonters? We are seeking an RSVP Volunteer Coordinator to engage older adults with meaningful service opportunities with a focus on wellness programs, transportation, companionship, Meals on Wheels and more – with the goal of keeping older Vermonters socially connected to their communities. The RSVP Coordinator will engage with the local community partners, recruit volunteers, and manage volunteer data. This active position requires travel throughout Washington, Lamoille and Orange counties. The successful applicant will have a bachelor’s degree; ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong communication skills; experience engaging volunteers; a working knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Word and Outlook; and reliable transportation. CVCOA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from veterans, mature workers, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service experience, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, excellent communication skills, strong faculty for detail, basic financial calculations, and excellent organizational skills. Must have proficient keyboarding skills and aptitude with numbers. This is an entry level position with room for growth! Our team helps people be successful by counseling on debt management and repayment plans. Responsibilities include analyzing loan accounts, assessing customer situations, and exercising professional judgment to determine appropriate repayment options.

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For more information, visit our website at www.cvcoa.org. The position is 32 hours per week. Salary is based on experience and includes a generous benefits package. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@cvcoa.org by November 16th.

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Vermont Oxford Network (VON) is a nonprofit voluntary collaboration of health care professionals at over 1,200 hospitals and organizations worldwide, working together to improve medical care for the most vulnerable newborns. At VON we transform data into action to help save babies’ lives. We are seeking to fill the roles for DevOps Engineer/ Application Developer, Junior Quality Assurance Analyst and Software Developer to join our passionate, growing team in the fun and relaxed atmosphere of our offices in the heart of Burlington’s Pine Street innovation corridor. Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Vermont in 2018 by the Best Companies Group, VON values innovation, creativity, and respect for every team member.

Nutrition & Food Services Manager Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Nutrition & Food Services Manager (NSFM). Under the supervision of the Director of Support Services, the NSFM directs food production and service to patients, supervises all Nutrition and Food Services departmental production and retail services staff, catering coordinator and related production/ cafeteria supervisors and managers. The NSFM supervises food and supply inventory, storage, usage, purchasing, and the sanitation and food safety program.

DevOps Engineer/Application Developer

The DevOps Engineer supports the work of our software development team through proactive improvement projects and rapid problem solving to remove blockers and keep everyone moving forward. They will work closely with our two sysadmins, two QA analysts, and seven developers. The ability to write clean, readable, and reusable code is also critical to this position.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE The NSFM must have knowledge of institutional food production, human resource skills, and basic nutrition science principles. Additionally, this position requires a Food Service Sanitation Certification. EXPERIENCE Associate’s degree in Food Service or four years of progressive food service experience in an institutional setting is required. Successful candidates must possess demonstrated leadership and supervisory ability.

Junior Quality Assurance Analyst

The Junior Quality Assurance Analyst’s role is to execute testing for the information technology services that support our members and our internal activities. They will use software requirements to find, reproduce, and document defects. This may include writing test plans and scripts for tracking defects and fixes in software application development and providing feedback to developers. The Junior QA Analyst will apply analytical and problem-solving skills to validate IT processes through careful testing to ensure the quality of our IT initiatives.

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Software Developer

The Software Developer’s role is to design, code, test, and analyze software programs and applications. This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production life cycle. The software developer will also analyze and amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion and provide status reports where required.

Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (802) 371-4191.

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to jobs@vtoxford.org with the job title in the subject line.

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Busy breakfast/lunch cafe + coffee shop is seeking a creative, motivated, tidy, organized, multitasking rock star to join our amazing team! Primary duties include running the line, some pastry prep, and serving as backup to baristas in our open kitchen atmosphere. Hours are every Friday + Saturday with other hours available outside of normal business hours for prep work. Ideal candidate has some kitchen experience, a serious passion for food, a wicked sense of humor and a commitment to teamwork + customer service! Pay is competitive and based on experience. info@stowestreetcafe.com

Director of Development & Communications CERF+, a nationally recognized leader in the field of emergency readiness, relief, and recovery for artists, is seeking a Director of Development & Communications. This well-rounded energetic and experienced professional will join our growing team of professionals to advance CERF+’s mission by building and sustaining relationships that increase support, awareness and engagement with our work. The Director of Development & Communications reports to the Executive Director and works in partnership with the Board of Directors and the CERF+ staff. This is a tremendous opportunity for a dynamic, collaborative leader to help take CERF+ to the next level of growth and engagement. With offices in Montpelier, VT, CERF+ offers a wonderful quality of life, collegial work environment, and competitive compensation, including an attractive benefits package. For a complete job description, please visit www.cerfplus.org. The application deadline is December 3, 2018. Please send letter of interest and resume to: jobs@craftemergency.org or

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Addison County Regional Planning Commission (ACRPC) is looking for an experienced Community Planner to join our team. This position is responsible for supporting Addison County municipalities in a broad range of town and regional planning projects. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: Regional and local land use planning, downtown and village center planning, zoning policy, active transportation networks, stormwater master planning, energy planning, affordable housing and historic preservation. The planner will develop and implement public engagement initiatives, provide grant writing support, and facilitate strategic planning processes with volunteer committees, municipal staff, and a wide range of regional and state partners. Candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years’ planning experience, with proven success in project management and public engagement. A degree in municipal and/or regional planning, geography, landscape architecture or other related field is preferred. Familiarity with Vermont land use regulations and AICP certification is a plus, but not required. Must be willing to attend evening meetings. For a full job description please go to: acrpc.org/about-acrpc/job-opportunities/. Please mail a cover letter, resume and three references to: Adam Lougee, ACRPC 14 Seminary Street, Middlebury, Vermont or send a pdf via email to: alougee@acrpc.org. Position is open until filled. EOE.

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School Services Director We are looking for a dynamic individual to oversee & develop our school based mental health services contracts within our region. Knowledge of budget management, supervision of academic and mental health staff, team development and a variety of educational delivery opportunities & best practices is essential. The position will be responsible for the oversight of East Valley Academy, our independent alternative school in East Randolph, VT, as well as managing the oversight of School Based Clinicians and Behavioral Interventionist services. We are looking for a self-starter with the ability to interface in the community and perform a liaison role in representing the organization. This position requires travel to areas schools within Orange & Northern Windsor County, VT. We are team based and use evidence based best practices whenever possible. Ideal candidate would have a Master’s Degree in Counseling or Social Work, with previous school based experience. We offer competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, generous time off policy, matching 403B retirement plan and other company paid benefits. Equal opportunity Employer Rachel Yeager, HR Coordinator • ryeager@claramartin.org Clara Martin Center • PO Box G • Randolph, VT 05060 Find other open positions at www.claramartin.org.

Turtle Fur is seeking a Director of Operations to initially help redesign the operational workflows of the company in concert with the implementation of a new ERP system, with the first year’s focus being the hands-on rebuilding and development of the manufacturing/supply chain team and operations. The position requires an excellent collaborator with a current mentoring and leadership style, possessing a data driven and systematic approach to business. While this is a senior management position reporting directly to the CEO, the actual accountability is to the team.

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