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Maginniss enliven a program of works by Mozart, Tchaikovsky and others. Goodrich Memorial Library, Newport, 1 p.m. Donations. Info, 766-3021.
at an overview of VCAM facilities, policies and procedures. VCAM Studio, Burlington, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 651-9692.
Reason2smile WoRld music Festival: The UVM Topcats, Robanic and local African drumand-dance groups bring a cappella, reggae and international rhythms to the stage. Proceeds benefit Reason2Smile’s work with Kenyan and American children. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 7 p.m. $15-20; free for children under 12. Info, 518-523-2512.
sport
Ripton community coFFeehouse 18th anniveRsaRy conceRt: Local performers warm up the microphone for Martin Swinger and the Existential Band. Ripton Community House, 7:30 p.m. $3-9; call ahead to register for open mic. Info, 388-9782. second Wind: The central Vermont band celebrates more than 20 years of making music together with an evening of spirited rock-and-roll covers and originals. Chandler Gallery, Randolph, 7:30 p.m. $13-16. Info, 728-6464. sound investment Jazz ensemble: Dick Forman directs Middlebury College’s 17-piece big band in a performance of contemporary arrangements and classic swing. Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3169. the teetotalleRs: In a rare appearance as a trio, fiddler Martin Hayes, guitarist John Doyle and flutist Kevin Crawford showcase their renowned talents for Irish traditional music. See calendar spotlight. Barre Opera House, 8 p.m. $10-30. Info, 476-8188. veRmont old cemeteRy association meeting: Members meet over lunch, then attend a presentation on ground-penetrating radar. Congregational Church, Hartland, coffee hour, 9-10 a.m.; meeting, 10 a.m. $10; preregister. Info, 468-1322. veRmont symphony oRchestRa masteRWoRks 5: Jaime Laredo conducts pianist Natasha Paremski in works by Russian composers Rachmaninoff and Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, discussion, 7 p.m.; concert, 8 p.m. $16-59. Info, 863-5966.
outdoors
hoopapalooza iv: Teams of all ages Hula-Hoop to their favorite song or in a choreographed dance at this benefit for Puppets in Education and the Burlington Rotary Club. Burlington City Hall Park, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $50 per team of five; free to attend; preregister. Info, 860-3349. peeplechase: On your mark, get set, go! Agile athletes test their skills on an innovative obstacle course featuring fences, shrubbery, hurdles, miniature buildings and more. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $75100. Info, 480-249-4455 .
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talks
gail Rubin: The award-winning author presents “Laughing in the Face of Death: Funny Films for Funeral Planning” following the Funeral Consumers Alliance of Vermont annual meeting. A Q&A follows. Congregational Church, Norwich, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8140. JeRRy laRRabee: In “Preschoolers and School Readiness,” the pediatric physician presents skills and techniques for helping children successfully transition to new environments. Davis Auditorium, Medical Education Center Pavilion, Fletcher Allen Health Care, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free; preregister; limited childcare available. Info, 847-2278.
theater
‘802’s got talent’: Performers light up the crowd with entertaining acts. A raffle, silent auction and bake sale round out the fun. Proceeds benefit the Fusion Fundraising Program, which helps students pursue the creative arts. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. $6. Info, 310-7266. bill caRmichael: The Broadway veteran performs the songs of George and Ira Gershwin — including favorites such as “I Got Rhythm” — in a cabaret setting. Vergennes Opera House, 8 p.m. $17-30; cash bar. Info, 877-6737. ‘company’: See THU.02, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. ‘good people’: See WED.01, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. ‘gRuesome playgRound inJuRies’: See THU.02, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. ‘nunsense’: See WED.01, 7:30 p.m.
sheldon community FoRest spRing Walk: Naturalist Miah King leads a family-friendly guided tour along the wooded walking path. Meet at the Sheldon Elementary School. Sheldon Community Forest, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 933-2363.
‘stepping out’: See FRI.03, 7:30 p.m.
seminars
‘thRee Funny plays & music’: See FRI.03, 7:30 p.m.
‘Ransom’: See THU.02, 8 p.m. ‘spank! the FiFty shades paRody’: This unauthorized, provocative comedy by 50 Parodies LLC brings the scandalous fun of the best-selling book to the stage. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 7 p.m. $35.75. Info, 775-0903. ‘the castle’: See THU.02, 8 p.m. ‘the good doctoR’: See FRI.03, 7 p.m. ‘the tale oF the alleRgist’s WiFe’: See THU.02, 7:30 p.m.
paul selig: The spiritual medium and author of the channeled literature I Am the Word and The Book of Love and Creation teaches techniques for developing and sustaining higher levels of consciousness. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $25. Info, 224-7100.
words
book sale: Affordable, road-trip-ready audiobooks give voice to titles in various genres. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4095.
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‘WoRks-in-pRogess shoWcase’: To culminate the weeklong Artists’ Retreat, seven performers discuss their creative endeavors and perform excerpts from the musicals Alicia Bliss, Pied and The Bridge. Weston Playhouse, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, 824-5288.
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a tWist on FloWeR aRRanging: Horticulture therapist and florist Donna Covais, blind since age 40, presents the basic principles of creating stress-reducing bouquets. City Market, Burlington, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $12-15; preregister at citymarket. coop. Info, 861-9700.
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biRding moose bog: Montpelier’s North Branch Nature Center hosts a field trip to this Northeast Kingdom hotspot, where the spruce grouse, gray jay and other boreal birds reside. Moose Bog, Wenlock Wildlife Management Area, Island Pond, 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $30-40; free for teens. Info, 229-6206 .
vcam access oRientation: Video-production hounds learn basic concepts and nomenclature
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biRd-banding demonstRation: The Green Mountain Audubon Society’s Mark LaBarr joins Allan Strong of UVM’s School of Natural Resources to present this method of identifying avian species. They lead a walk along a new trail created by UVM students. Geprag’s Community Park, Hinesburg, 8 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 8632436, gmas@greenmountainaudubon.org.
coyote scRamble: Endurance runners test their stamina on a 50K course through the Kingdom Trails Network. Sherburne Base Lodge, Burke Mountain Resort, 6 a.m. $10. Info, 626-0737.
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