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any physical contact, according to police. She said she pushed him to date girls his own age — including her own daughter, according to police. Neither Yaranga nor her lawyer answered reporters’ questions during Monday’s arraignment. The Burlington School District issued a statement saying Yaranga, who has taught at BHS since 1998, had been placed on administrative leave pending the investigation’s outcome. One school official is quoted in the police affidavit supporting Yaranga’s arrest. BHS Principal Amy Mellencamp told investigators she received two separate complaints about Yaranga’s relationship with R.B. and had spoken to the Spanish teacher about it. Cuando? The day before police allegedly found the pair in the backseat of a parked car.

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Police say the animal control officer for Essex, Colchester and Winooski offered to pay women to show him their breasts — while on duty.

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The student, identified as “R.B.” in court papers, told police he had sexual intercourse with Yaranga 10 times beginning last fall — in the back of her car, in hotels and at his place after his parents left for work in the morning. The two would arrange meetings by texting in Spanish, he told cops, and he described the teacher as “like a second mother” to him. They went out for brunch, went swimming together and traveled to her native Peru as part of a class trip, according to police detectives. For her part, Yaranga told police the two were in the backseat of his car because they needed more legroom. She told cops her relationship with R.B. was that of a teacher, mentor and friend. She said the high school senior was infatuated with her but denied CHITTE

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he backseat of a parked car might seem like an odd place to counsel a student. But that’s what a Burlington High School Spanish teacher said she was doing when Queen City cops found her with a 17-year-old male pupil last month. On Monday, Giovanna Yaranga, a 44-year-old Spanish teacher, was arraigned on charges of sexual assault for allegedly carrying on a sexual affair with her student over a sevenmonth period. Yaranga has denied the charge, telling police she had mentored the unidentified student for troubles he was experiencing at home and at school. Detectives from the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations — the Burlington area’s equivalent of Law and Order: SVU — questioned both teacher and student after a patrol cop found them in a parked car behind the Maltex building off Pine Street on the evening of April 29. The cops heard vastly different stories.

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It is marvelous to see local boat builders reestablishing skills somewhat lost to the area [“Sail to Sale,” April 24]. Am I alone in seeing the oddity of creating a way to ship local goods out of the area? Gillian Franks

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I enjoyed your article on Waterfront Video [“Final Credits,” May 1]. Although its demise was perhaps inevitable, that does not lessen the sadness at seeing this pioneering retailer disappear. Newer, internet-based movie-rental providers may be more efficient and cost-effective, but they do not provide the same opportunity to simply browse the shelves to see what was new that you may have missed, or what movies you may have never even been aware of if you hadn’t checked the jacket or seen the recommendation of the staff. Retailers such as Netflix and Amazon are undoubtedly great if you already know what you want to see or read, but they do little to broaden one’s interest beyond the best sellers. For this, I mourn Waterfront Video’s passing and thank them for a job well done. Tim Jamieson

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[Re “Ben & Jerry’s Distributor Freezes Out Small Vermont Retailers,” April 24]: It is ironic that Ben & Jerry’s is now shutting out small local retailers, but not surprising. Little businesses turn into monsters, antithetical to their original ways. Remember when B&J fought for shelf space with the biggies, and their “What’s the Dough Boy Afraid Of?” ad campaign aimed at Pillsbury, Häagen Dazs’ owner? Just before B&J’s was sold a dozen or so years ago, I worked a contract night-maintenance job for a few weeks in B&J’s Springfield plant. What did they produce there? Häagen Dazs ice cream pops! They also made Peace Pops and bulk ice cream. Things are rarely what they seem these days. Gordon Clark BRAINTREE

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[Re “On Burlington’s Lakeview Terrace, ‘In-Fill’ Housing Leads to Ill Feeling,” April 24]: It seems that just about everything concerning the development of this oversize eyesore was below the boards and underhanded: the rental versus ownership issue, the size of the project, the supposed restoration of the original building, the parking, etc. But is any of this illegal? I would hope that somebody in that neighborhood would

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It’s no wonder the word “home” has engendered so many clichés — whether it’s our first apartment or our planet, a sense of place grounds us like nothing else can. Well, except for our gardens. Not everyone can plant their own produce, but even a pot of herbs on a sunny window ledge gives us some nature to nurture. In this issue, we get all voyeuristic — and envious — peeking into four MAN CAVES and three MADE-OVER KITCHENS. We learn how Bill deVos SAVES TREES in Vermont and beyond; how Charley MacMartin and other STONE-WALL MASONS keep a venerable craft alive; and how a RAIN GARDEN can prevent storm-water runoff and look pretty doing it. Welcome, homies.

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gamble and the working poor,” Smith said last week, noting that his own chamber proposed $27 million and the Senate just $10 million. “So it’s hard for me to understand how the governor’s package suggests no new taxes.” But Shumlin’s budget proposal never made it out of the gate. Sen. DICK MAZZA (D-Grand Isle), a Shumlin ally and veteran Senate centrist, says that’s because the governor failed to do his homework and neglected to court lawmakers before unveiling his budget. He likens the situation to former governor JIM DOUGLAS’ ill-fated attempt to privatize the Vermont Lottery back in 2008. “It just lit a fuse,” Mazza says of the Douglas plan. “He threw it out there basically not knowing where it would land.” Two weeks after announcing the EITC cut, Shumlin doubled down by going after the welfare state — otherwise known as Vermont’s Reach Up program. Antagonizing liberal legislators who packed the House chamber for his budget address, Shumlin paraphrased RONALD REAGAN, saying, “There is no better social program than a good-paying job.” Says Rep. CHRIS PEARSON (P-Burlington), who heads the House Progressive Caucus: “There was an arrogance about his approach that perhaps set it off on the wrong foot. If nothing else, it surprised people.” Shumlin’s right-leaning rhetoric may

have made political sense for an ambitious governor looking to shed the lefty baggage he picked up during the 2010 Democratic gubernatorial primary. But it may well have cost him his biggest legislative priority this year: that $17 million in childcare subsidies. Secretary of Human Services DOUG RACINE, who spent the session fighting for the subsidies, says he doesn’t expect the legislature to provide more than a pittance for the program — a result he calls “a disappointment.” Because the subsidies were to be funded by cutting the popular EITC, Racine says, “It got caught up in the tax debate.” Clearly both sides share the blame: While the legislature wouldn’t consider trimming the EITC, Shumlin wouldn’t accept any other funding source. “I think low-income kids and their families are the losers in this discussion, and I think that’s too bad,” Racine says. “In the end, I don’t think we’re going to be making any significant improvements in the lives of low-income children.” There’s no denying that’s a major setback for Shumlin, who pitched the childcare expansion as the heart of his education-themed inaugural address. But the session wasn’t all bad news for the governor’s team. While legislators have been cool to Shumlin’s proposed time limits on Reach Up cash benefits, they accepted enough of a compromise to let the governor claim at least a partial victory. And on several lower-profile items on his education agenda — such as providing free lunch to students already eligible for reduced-priced meals — the legislature has been amenable. Then there are the four social and legal issues Shumlin singled out last November as priorities for the coming session: decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana, granting driving privileges to noncitizens, unionizing childcare workers and letting terminally ill Vermonters end their own lives. On those, Shumlin appeared to be batting .500 as this column went to press — with the first two cruising toward passage and the last two looking dicey. “When the legislative session is over, there’s going to be a lot of stuff where people say, ‘Wow, we’ve gotten a lot more than people realized,’” says Shumlin’s secretary of administration, JEB SPAULDING. In the end, Shumlin may be able to

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have his cake and eat it, too. Whether by devious design or happy accident, he can take credit for his valiant fight for expanded childcare subsidies — all without spending a single dime! And with a deal in hand to avoid raising taxes, he’ll surely take credit for that, too. (Something tells me he won’t go out of his way to mention those $34 million in taxes he initially pitched.) So where does that leave Smith and Campbell? Before Tuesday’s deal, the dynamic duo seemed to be benefiting from their intramural skirmishing with the gov. Both earned accolades from their respective caucuses and the Democratic base for standing up to the governor on EITC. Now that new taxes are off the table, will they and their caucuses breathe a sigh of relief — or will Smith and Campbell look like they got rolled by Shumlin? Probably a little bit of both. Heroic as their standoff with Shumlin may have appeared to EITC advocates, the two can’t erase the tough votes their caucuses cast in the lead-up to Tuesday’s deal. House members are on record upping taxes on incomes and meals — and imposing the sales tax on everything from cigarettes to candy bars. Senate members, meanwhile, are on the hook for voting to raise taxes on satellite television and bottled water — and capping mortgage-interest deductions. Don’t think Republican opponents and conservative super PACs will forget about those votes — even if those taxes never materialize. And then there’s the matter of your average Vermonter, who’s already pissed about paying more for gas. Surely he wasn’t glued to Vermont Public Radio’s live stream from the Statehouse, listening for news of a compromise. All he’s been hearing during the last four months of legislative maneuvering and inside baseball is, “Tax, tax, tax.” “There are many folks out there who think all the taxes are already in effect,” says Mazza, who also runs a general store in Colchester. “People come in and say, ‘How much is the tax on bottled water?’” Surely this round of jousting is just a prelude of the fights to come over how to pay for Shumlin’s proposed singlepayer health care plan. “I think this should be a warning to the public at large about where they’re willing to go,” says Darcie Johnston, founder of Vermonters for Health Care Freedom and former campaign manager for Shumlin’s 2012 opponent, ranDy

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hen Eric and Laura Sorkin got into the maple sugaring business five years ago, they went big. The couple invested $1.4 million in a vacuum pump, reserve-osmosis machine and other equipment and tapped sugar maples across 1000 acres they own in Cambridge and Underhill. At the time, maple syrup prices were at a record high of around $4 a pound — double where they were a year prior — with a gallon fetching up to $70. The timing seemed perfect. “The rest of the economic world was just tumbling,” Sorkin recalls. “Maple was making money, and nothing else was.” Prices have softened a little since then, but Vermont today is experiencing a liquid gold rush nonetheless. Maple producers have tapped new technologies — such as those used by the Sorkins — that allow them to collect more sap and cut down on the energy-intensive boiling process that turns it into syrup. As a result, entrepreneurs of all stripes are getting into the biz. This spring, sugar makers across the “maple belt” — 17 states and Canadian provinces where maple products are produced — harvested what could turn out to be the largest crop of maple syrup in modern history. Vermont’s official haul won’t be known until June, but

sugar makers estimate 2013 production will be triple what it was a decade ago. Vermont had 1.5 million taps in 2003; today it’s up to 3.5 million. U.S. Congressman Peter Welch thinks Vermont can go even bigger: He’s proposed making $100 million in federal funds available for maple research and marketing; to open state lands for tapping; and to incentivize landowners to lease their woods for maple production. Welch also drafted a bill — much of which the U.S. Department of Agriculture has since adopted — that would streamline grants for sugar makers investing in more energy-efficient technology. David Marvin says it’s great to see more Vermonters making a living from a tradition once regarded as a laborintensive backyard hobby. “I’ve spent my whole life in this business, and in the early days, people knew it was foolish … to try to make a living sugaring,” says Marvin, who owns Butternut Mountain Farm in Johnson, a major buyer, packer and distributor of syrup. “Now there are dozens doing that.” But foresters and smaller maple producers warn about growing too large, too fast. Where some see a boon to Vermont’s agricultural economy, others spy a bubble waiting to burst. “It’s kind of scary around here,” says

Ed Brannagan, who operates a small sugarhouse in Fletcher, in the heart of maple-rich Franklin County. “We’re not making hundreds anymore; there’s people making millions,” he says. “And as soon as someone starts making a million dollars, the game is changed.” Gone are the metal sap buckets of yore. Bigger producers have switched to more industrial setups. Vacuum pumps suck sap through plastic tubes crisscrossing the woods — a process that can increase sap yield by 50 to 200 percent. Once sap is back at the sugarhouse, reverse-osmosis, or RO, machines can remove up to 85 percent of the water from the sap, cutting down significantly on boiling time. It doesn’t come cheap — the newest touch-screen RO machines can run as high as $120,000 to $150,000 — but ultimately makes sugaring more profitable and efficient on a large scale. Marvin of Butternut Mountain Farm wonders aloud if demand can keep up with the flood of new maple hitting the market; if it doesn’t, a price drop would hurt his company and the more than 300 sugarhouses in Vermont, Maine, New York and Québec whose syrup Marvin buys and packages. But he and his counterparts have reason to be optimistic. After a poor season in 2012, syrup packers were desperate to get their hands on this year’s crop. And

they’re paying around $2.75 a pound for it — on par with lower-producing years, in which syrup makers benefit from supply-and-demand economics to get top dollar for their product. Maple boosters are confident they can grow the market for syrup, enticing international customers with what Marvin calls one of the “very few ethnic American foods.” Perhaps more encouraging is the domestic market potential. Only 6 percent of Americans currently consume maple syrup, but syrup makers believe that more Americans want to ditch Aunt Jemima for the real deal, which sells for more than three times as much. “Something like 80 percent of the syrup aisle in the United States is artificial,” notes Marvin. “We just have to convert those people who are using the junk to real maple.” But more maple syrup means more taps in trees — and that’s not always good for forest health. Franklin County Forester Nancy Patch concedes most maple producers manage their sugarbushes responsibly, which includes tap removal at the end of the season so the trees can heal. But less responsible maple producers may leave taps in until the following season, making the trees susceptible to infection. In their eagerness to “release” maples to grow larger, some producers are also

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eith Flynn had only been Orleans County state’s attorney a few weeks when he got a phone call from the Newport police on the morning of February 12, 1999. Shots had been fired in the downtown Home Health Building. Flynn rushed over, and not just because it was his job to do so: His wife was working there at the time. The shooting didn’t happen there, as it turned out. At 8:20 a.m., 34-year-old Abdallah Moez Chibani walked into the office building next door and demanded to see his estranged wife, Carole. Because her coworkers knew Carole had a permanent restraining order against her husband, they immediately called 911. Chibani slammed the door, pulled a gun from his jacket, found his wife and put two bullets in her head. When a responding police officer came around the corner, he spotted the gun, then ducked for cover. A third shot rang out. Chibani had taken his own life. Flynn knew both the victim and her assassin. The newly elected state’s attorney was due in court that very morning for Chibani’s sentencing; he had violated his probation on two prior domestic-abuse convictions. Under federal law, those convictions, as well as the restraining order, made him a “prohibited person,” ineligible to possess a gun. But federal agencies often lack the resources to enforce low-level gun offenses, and no Vermont law prohibits convicted felons from possessing firearms. Today, 14 years after Carole Chibani’s murder, Vermont has few safeguards in place to keep weapons out of the hands of dangerous domestic abusers. “I’m not the only prosecutor who could tell you stories like that,” says Flynn, now Vermont’s commissioner of public safety. “This is at the heart of protecting our victims of domestic violence. I think it’s an area where we can do better.” Flynn’s introduction to his job as a prosecutor was chilling but apt. Of the 18 homicides that occurred statewide that year, 10 were related to domestic violence, a ratio typical for any given year. In fact, of Vermont’s 225 adult homicides between 1994 and 2012, 112 of them — or half — were domestic-violence-related.

More often than not, the murder weapon was a gun. Sweeping federal legislation enacted by Congress in 1994 banned assault weapons nationwide, but it also requires anyone convicted of domestic abuse or subject to a restraining order involving a domestic partner to surrender his or her firearms. Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York and some other states have systems in place for ensuring that such weapons get confiscated and stored properly. But in Vermont, many of those guns remain in the hands of prohibited persons, or merely get handed over to friends or relatives. Why? In part because most police departments in Vermont have nowhere to store them. Washington County Sheriff Sam Hill presides over a small police department

typical of many throughout the state. His Montpelier office is a converted home that was once the private residence of the county sheriff. The “evidence room” is a locked closet with a gun rack in it. “I’ve got room for maybe 10 or 15 firearms,” Hill says. “So if the first guy has 15 firearms, I don’t have room for anyone else’s.” How many prohibited weapons are out there in Vermont that could potentially be confiscated? “Hundreds, maybe thousands,” the sheriff estimates. Hill understands the urgency of getting firearms out of the hands of people who shouldn’t have them. He serves on Vermont’s Domestic Violence Fatality Review Commission, a panel created in 2002 by then-governor Howard Dean to review every homicide involving a domestic partner “with the goal of making

policy recommendations to prevent future tragedies.” Every year since 2009, the commission has recommended that the legislature set up a system to get guns out of the wrong hands — weapons that would be relinquished, stored, inventoried and eventually returned, sold or destroyed. The commission has also advised that family members and friends not be allowed to take custody of those weapons, because they often give them back to offenders during hunting season. To date, the legislature has not addressed any of the commission’s concerns. Because Vermont law allows convicted felons to possess guns, police can’t arrest someone with a gun who’s not supposed to have one — even though they’re in violation of federal law. If police learn that a domestic abuser possesses a gun, all they can do is notify the federal authorities at the FBI or Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and hope they investigate. Hill guesses there’s only “a handful” of federal agents in the whole state. “Is it a concern of ours? Yes it is,” confirms Dave Campbell, an ATF special agent in Burlington, who would not disclose how many field agents are based in Vermont. Campbell says that ATF agents will always “reach out” if they discover that a prohibited person has a firearm, “but we’re all over the place. We deal with armed drug dealers, addicts that steal guns and trade them for drugs, gun store burglaries.” In short, ATF has seemingly more important things to do than confiscate someone’s deer rifle. Assistant Attorney General Carolyn Hanson points out that state judges do have discretion to prohibit domestic abusers from owning firearms as a condition of their relief-from-abuse order. But, she says, some Vermont judges are reluctant to order local police to seize firearms because they know many police departments have no place to store them or lack the staff and resources to maintain them properly. Many Vermonters own guns that would be considered valuable family heirlooms; should they rust or otherwise get damaged, departments could be held liable, Hanson says. “So you can’t just throw them in a box,” she says. Nevertheless, Hanson says it’s critical to get guns away from domestic batterers,

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especially right after a restraining order is issued, when abusers are most likely to seek retribution. “This isn’t gun control,” Hanson emphasizes. “This is homicide prevention.” Evidently, though, gun control is how many lawmakers interpret it. Sarah Kenney, associate director of public policy at the Vermont Network Against Domestic & Sexual Violence, has been lobbying legislators to adopt the fatality review commission’s recommendations for years. As Kenney has discovered in the last decade, most legislators are gun shy about signing on to any bill with the word “firearm” in it. “It’s really hard to find people to champion these issues, and if you do find a champion, they’re usually out there on their own,” Kenney says. “There’s this political lore that you can’t pass firearms legislation in Vermont. That’s just the political reality.” One such champion is Rep. Linda WaiteSimpson (D-Essex), who introduced two gun-control measures after last year’s tragedy in Newtown, Ct. One bill would have criminalized possession of guns by convicted felons; the other would have established a regional storage facility in Essex for confiscated weapons. Despite having a combined 16 cosponsors, neither bill received so much as a hearing following vocal protest from gun-rights groups. That Vermont lacks a proper gunstorage facility isn’t due to an absence of funding. Several years ago, the Vermont Center for Crime Victim Services put out a request for proposals to local police departments and sheriffs’ offices offering $50,000 in federal seed money to create a regional solution. Only one agency, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, applied — then later withdrew its application. Kenney thinks Vermont should look to neighboring New Hampshire, a state with a similar gun culture, as a potential model. Despite relentless lobbying by the National Rifle Association, New Hampshire passed a state law several years ago that prevents prohibited

persons from surrendering their guns to family members or friends. In the Granite State, a prohibited person can pay to have a federally licensed gun dealer store his or her weapon. “I do think that the vast majority of people are very responsible with their firearms,” adds Kenney. “But there is a very small minority who are using their firearms to terrorize their family, and that’s the piece we need to address.” But can anything get done at the state level, with Gov. Peter Shumlin’s stated position that gun violence requires a “50-state solution?” Flynn believes so. He says he’s been working closely with Kenney and other crime-victims advocates on a solution that’s workable for Vermonters; he expects to have a proposal sometime this summer. While Flynn can’t say what it will look like, he says Shumlin “conceptually” supports the effort. “This isn’t about adding new gun-control laws,” adds Flynn, in a refrain similar to one often heard from Second Amendment rights advocates. “This is about complying with existing laws that are already out there — and enforcing them.” Of course, confiscating all guns from prohibited persons won’t necessarily prevent violent crimes. Ben Berwick of Lyndon was under a relief-from-abuse order in 2009 when he killed his estranged wife, Anna, at a St. Johnsbury mall. Berwick didn’t use a gun; he stabbed her to death with a knife. “It’s cynical to say it, but there’s no silver bullet, even if we took away all the firearms,” says Hill. “They killed people before firearms, and they’ll kill people even if we take them away.” Even so, in 2006, California’s San Mateo County, near San Francisco, set up a pilot project to get people subject to restraining orders to turn over their weapons, according to a March report in the New York Times. With a population greater than Vermont’s, the county hasn’t experienced a single firearm-related domestic homicide in three years. m

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failed to press contractors to obey the directive, and there wasn’t a single case in which the city penalized a contractor for noncompliance, Blackwood’s review indicated. The report also pointed to the ordinance’s seemingly illogical provision that businesses leasing space at the city-owned airport are subject to livablewage requirements, while businesses leasing other city-owned spaces, such as the Community Boathouse, aren’t held to the same standard. City Councilor Sharon Bushor (I-Ward 1), who helped write the ordinance in 2001, says she doesn’t know why the livablewage rule only extends to airport renters.

That provision also appears inherently unenforceable, observes Councilor Chip Mason (D-Ward 5), a lawyer and the current chair of the ordinance committee. The four commercial carriers operating at Burlington International Airport — Delta, JetBlue, United and US Airways — pay some of their workers less than the city’s livable wage, according to airport interim director Gene Richards. And Burlington, which is struggling to attract new airlines, is unlikely to initiate any action that might upset the current carriers. One Flight Up, the airport’s main restaurant, also failed to meet the livablewage requirement and never sought a waiver to exempt its workers — unlike Skinny Pancake, which did get an exemption for the three eateries it recently opened at BTV. But One Flight Up’s noncompliance is a moot point now. It

went out of business two weeks ago — a victim, says Richards, of competition from the Skinny Pancake. It’s unlikely the airport will find a new restaurant to occupy the defunct one’s space, Richards says, citing the livable-wage requirement as a potentially insurmountable obstacle. The city council recently directed Mason’s committee to review, and possibly amend, the livable-wage ordinance. And the chairman suggests that changes may well be necessary, at least in regard to the airport provisions. The administration of Mayor Miro Weinberger must also address the question of enforcement. The city may have to hire someone to monitor compliance or task a current city employee with keeping tabs, Mason comments. In an emailed response to questions from Seven Days, Weinberger writes that he favors creating a “centralized contracting function” that would, “apparently for the first time,” enable the city attorney’s office to review all municipal contracts

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before they are executed. Blackwood’s chief administrative officer stopped draft budget for her office allocates “re- monitoring whether contractors sources” for that, Weinberger says — an were complying with the ordinance. outlay that could be offset by a projected Nearly all city department heads also $40,000 in savings from doing more overlooked the requirement. And the legal work in-house. city council made no effort to ascerHow did Burlington fall short tain whether its ordinance was being of becoming what Bushor hoped it respected. would be: “a model city” for fair pay? Ward 2 Progressive Jane Knodell Blackwood, who was hired as city was on the city council in 2001, when attorney last July, says she doesn’t she and her colleagues passed the know — and didn’t inquire — about livable-wage ordinance. She says the the history of enforcement. She did group was never responsible for comsuggest in a recent inpliance. “It’s a policyterview that it would making body,” she likely have been up says of the council she to the city’s chief adreturned to last month, ministrative officer to “not an enforcement monitor compliance arm.” with the ordinance. Asked whether his Brendan Keleher, administration will who held the equivaseek to directly monilent of that post in 2001 tor the wages city conunder former mayor tracts are paying, the Peter Clavelle, says he mayor is noncommittal, did strive to uphold pointing to recommenthe livable-wage standations in Blackwood’s dard. “Contracts were report but not explicroutinely brought itly endorsing any. before the Board of The report suggested Finance for review” payroll reporting on of their compliance, a quarterly or annual Keleher recounts. As basis for contractors MAYOR MIRO city treasurer, he had receiving sizable payWEINBERG ER a seat on that board. ments from the city Bushor, who served — perhaps $250,000 or on the board alongside more. “This will focus Keleher, confirms that such reviews the city’s limited enforcement capawere carried out. bilities to have the largest impact,” Ken Schatz, who as assistant city Blackwood wrote in the report. attorney helped write the livableWeinberger also offers a tempered wage ordinance, adds that enforce- response to a proposal — from City ment of its provisions was “expected Councilor Rachel Siegel (P-Ward 3) — to be complaint-driven.” The city has to pay a livable wage to Burlington’s no capacity to investigate whether a seasonal and temporary municipal contractor who signed a document is workers; those workers are not curactually paying livable wages. So the rently included under the ordinance. onus would have been on individual Weinberger says he doesn’t object to a employees to complain if they were council review of “whether the frambeing underpaid, says Schatz, who ers of the livable-wage ordinance got now works as an attorney for the it right” in excluding workers in those state’s Agency of Human Services. Of categories from coverage. Noting that course, that assumes someone work- many are “high school and college ing for an outside contractor would students just entering the workforce,” know enough about Burlington’s or- Weinberger adds, “Any expansion of dinance to realize he or she was being the livable wage ordinance needs to undercompensated. be weighed against the cost to the At some point during the past city at a time when city finances are decade, the board of finance and the strained.”

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It would be difficult for anyone who’s seen Clemmons sing in Vermont to imagine the tenor as “just another guy.” He’s known around Middlebury — where he’s taught, directed choirs and performed for the last 16 years — as much for his radiant, flowing outfits as for his soaring voice. Clemmons, 68, is retiring at the end of the academic year, but first he’ll perform an evening of spirituals one more time, this Friday, at Middlebury College. “The concert is like a personal analysis, a personal journey, a personal survey,” he

says. “The word that keeps coming up is ‘personal.’” Clemmons stops short of calling it a farewell concert. After all, he’s not going anywhere. He’ll continue to live in Middlebury, and he’ll keep singing when it feels right, whether at the Unitarian Universalist Society, at U.S. naturalization ceremonies or at Middlebury College basketball games. “I’m gonna go to the game anyway,” says the devoted sports fan. “If you’re gonna be there, you might as well get up and be useful.” Last week, Clemmons directed his

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War Witch is not a documentary, but it evokes terrifying realities. Set in an unnamed African country, this Oscarnominated drama from Canadian director Kim Nguyen follows a child soldier (Rachel Mwanza) who is pregnant from a rape. When she begins seeing visions, she gains a certain power among the group of rebels who abducted her. Critics say the film, shot primarily in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, observes its subject head on, without sentimentality. War Witch didn’t play Burlington-area theaters, but you can see it on Thursday, May 16, in a

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n the 1970s, when FRANÇOIS CLEMMONS was playing Sportin’ Life in the Cleveland Symphony production of Porgy and Bess — the role that earned him a Grammy in 1973 — he asked musical director Lorin Maazel if he could ditch his tuxedo and wear a shimmering, multicolored silk smoking jacket instead. Clemmons, now wrapping up his tenure as a Middlebury College artist in residence, recalls that he had the jacket made from four yards of silk he bought in Italy. “It cost a little fortune,” he says. “But the guy [selling it] told me, ‘You’ll never see this fabric on anyone else.’” Maazel was hesitant; tuxedos and tails were tradition. But Clemmons persisted. “I have it in the dressing room,” he told Maazel. “You’d love it if you saw it.” Right before the show that night, Clemmons says, there was a knock on his door: It was Maazel. “I took my tux jacket off and put on the smoking jacket, and he looked and he said, ‘Turn around.’ And I did. And he said, ‘Don’t ever wear a tuxedo again. Let’s go.’” After the show that night, Maazel said, “Something happens to you when you’re dressed like that,” Clemmons recalls. “When you have the tails and tux, you’re just another guy. But when you do this, it’s a whole different experience.”

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Documentary Film Festival, part of a series called Best in Show: Dartmouth Salutes the World’s Film Festivals. The full version of Full Frame happens in Durham, N.C., and features more than 100 docs. The Hop is screening five of them, which range all over the map in their subjects, from whimsical to tragic. Trash Dance follows a choreographer who enlists sanitation workers and their trucks in her new piece. Wrong Time, Wrong Place spotlights five survivors of the 2011 mass shooting in Norway. Gideon’s Army profiles public defenders in the deep South. Suitcase of Love and Shame tells a story reconstructed from found 1960s audio recordings, and Downloaded chronicles the rise of Napster.

last concert with his MARTIN LUTHER KING SPIRITUAL CHOIR, a group of about 50 students and community members, many of whom had never read music or sung in a choir before. Clemmons encourages the singers to improvise. “Don’t worry! Come out and sing, because nobody’s going to hear you,” he likes to say. “And I’ll be wearing my outfit, so they’re not even gonna see you.” Since Clemmons has been at Middlebury, teaching has become as important to him as performing. “I am so deeply moved and touched by their curiosity and dedication,” he says of the students. “I love it when they shine, to see them doing what they do and doing it well.” At the college, his official title is Alexander Twilight Artist in Residence, but Clemmons prefers “Diva in Residence.” In addition to teaching his wildly popular J-term class on the American Negro spiritual — which attracts everyone from music majors to jocks — he has become the unlikely face of St. Patrick’s Day. Every March, Clemmons decks himself out in green and gives a concert of Irish music, which he says he fell in love with after discovering “Danny Boy” as a young man. He felt a kinship between those songs and the spirituals he grew up with — both musical cries for freedom. Clemmons came to the college from New York City in 1997. Before and during his star turn as Officer Clemmons on “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” — he appeared on the show between 1968 and 1993 — he was a singer with the Metropolitan Opera Studio starting in the

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late ’60s. He performed his favorite role, Sportin’ Life in Porgy and Bess, more than 200 times. Later, Clemmons founded and traveled the world with the Harlem Spiritual Ensemble, performing the traditional tunes he had heard his mother sing as he was growing up in Youngstown, Ohio. A visit to his Middlebury home reveals much about Clemmons. On his coffee table, turquoise and amber jewelry spills out of hand-painted boxes. He isn’t fully dressed without at least five pounds of these stones draped around his neck, on his fingers and wrists and, on special occasions, dangling from one ear. On his bookshelves Clemmons stores histories of the American Negro spiritual and biographies of opera legends such as Leontyne Price and Luciano FrAN çoIS Pavarotti. On his walls are portraits of his heroes: Martin Luther King Jr., Barack Obama, Fred Rogers. On the leather couch, an embroidered pillow proclaims, “The Queen Doesn’t Cook,” which is misleading; Clemmons cooks often and well. He’s known in the neighborhood for the outrageous quantity of colorful Christmas lights he wraps around his house at the beginning of winter and leaves up at least through the end of March. In any given email, Clemmons uses more exclamation points than

letters of the alphabet. He gives everyone he loves a nickname, and sings adoring ditties to his dog, Princess, the Tibetan terrier he loves like a child. “I’m 68 and I don’t have a partner,” says Clemmons. “But I’ve discovered a certain kind of contentment here.” He admits he never imagined he would end up in Vermont, let alone feel such a sense of belonging here. “This is a place where I can serve,” he says. And to serve, he adds, “is so plain, so uncomplicated, so fundamental.” Clemmons says he would love to keep teaching, but he just can’t keep up the pace anymore. “It’s better that I retire now, while I still have gas in my tank,” he says. He’s hoping to find more time to travel, especially to Nepal and India, and Handmade in the USA finally to astonishing jewelry clE mmoNS make it down sumptuous clothing • luxurious accessories to Florida for the Yankees’ Jacob and Kristin Albee spring training — he’s a huge fan. JacobAlbee.com . 802-540-0401 So, we’re dying to know: What’s he 41 Maple Street, Burlington, VT M-F 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5 wearing for the concert this Friday? Studio Hours BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 658-4050 • 115 college st, burlington “Well, that’s still a work in progress,” Clemmons says, throwing his head back in laughter. “I usually leave it to the last 5/7/13 8v-marilyns050813.indd 10:41 AM 1 5/3/13 minute. There’s gonna be a fun part and8V-JacobAlbee050813.indd 1 something new, that much I can say.” m

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down stairs, or some similar mundane scenario. • Except for maybe this one: In Baltimore in 1905 Grant Bowman and several other men were in a wagon carrying a piano down a hilly street when a runaway streetcar plowed into them, knocking the piano into the roadway with the men evidently underneath it. Bowman was killed and the others were injured. Minimal detail was provided on the streetcar, but I’ll bet it came from Acme. • Now to safes. Mullins has turned up just seven cases, but in three the safe fell from above, the purest example from a literary standpoint being the following from the 1943 New York Post: “An express company helper, Frank Draskovitz ... was crushed when the rope by which [a] safe was being lowered from a second-floor window ... broke.” • Finally, anvils. Mullins has provided six articles, of which three are of particular interest. A 1911 account from Syracuse, New York, reports that one John Vandusen suffered injuries expected to be fatal when someone

dropped a 200-pound anvil on him from a landing above — a Wile E. Coyote-esque fate in my book. • More puzzling are the other two. Here’s the complete text of a November 1896 report filed from Middlesboro, Kentucky: “In celebrating McKinley’s victory at Clintwood Va., an anvil exploded, killing Pollam Colley and Preston Mullins [no relation, presumably] and frightfully injuring three other men.” One thinks: The anvil exploded? Next, a piece datelined Luling, Texas, November 12, 1884, which begins: “Yesterday afternoon the Democratic celebration over the election was turned to sorrow by the bursting of one of the anvils used. The force of the explosion showered particles of steel in all directions,” killing two men in a nearby saloon. Details of how celebration might cause an anvil to explode remain elusive; we can only suppose that the inexplicable pastime known as anvil shooting, described in our original column, goes back further than we thought.

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to the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Barack Obama’s former pastor, as a result of his inflammatory sermons. That same year, the University of Massachusetts rescinded the honorary degree it had awarded to Robert Mugabe in 1986. UMass deemed Mugabe’s postdoctoral work in political repression, corruption, torture and other humanrights abuses in Zimbabwe “so egregious as to warrant this ultimate expression of disapproval.” Just last November, Tufts University withdrew a 2006 honorary degree it had awarded to now-disgraced pro cyclist Lance Armstrong. That decision was prompted by reports of Armstrong’s systematic doping of his Tour de France team, which Tufts called “inconsistent with the values of this university.” But the practice reveals heroes to be heralded, too. This year, one of the cooler stories to emerge about an honorary degree recipient is that of Dr. Ray Griffin, a longtime fan and supporter of Lyndon State College. The 91-year-old Vermonter briefly attended Lyndon Teachers College back in September 1940 before enlisting in the Air Force during World War II. Upon his return from war, Griffin trained as a dentist at the University of Maryland, then returned to Vermont, where he practiced for 29 years in the Northeast Kingdom. According to Dan Smith, director of community relations and public policy at Vermont State Colleges, Griffin has always maintained a deep personal fondness for Lyndon State. Later this month, Griffin will finally earn an honorary teaching degree from Lyndon State — 73 years after first arriving on campus. Nice work, doc, and best of luck in your teaching career.

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t’s that time of year again. Tulips are in bloom, motorists are distracted by swerving skateboarders and bare midriffs, and Vermont’s colleges and universities are announcing their 2013 commencement schedules. This year’s grads presumably will have completed four years of studies and dropped as much as $58,000 a year for their degrees. In return, they’ll hope to land gainful employment and chip away at a mountain of student-loan debt. But amid all the pomp and circumstance of commencement ceremonies will walk a handful of degree recipients who have neither burned the midnight oil nor popped Adderall to bolster their GPAs. They are the recipients of the honoris causa, or honorary degree. These lucky few will be honored for the accomplishment of, well, being honorable and accomplished. As they used to say in Latin, quid irrumabo? Awarding honorary degrees is nothing new — the earliest known such honor was given by Oxford University in the 1470s. For centuries, honorary degrees

were bestowed on those least in need of a leg up, i.e., the landed gentry. To modern observers, the honorary degree retains a whiff of its elitist past. Last year, Burlington Free Press higher-ed writer Tim Johnson wrote a cynical takedown of the University of Vermont’s honorary degree “business,” suggesting it’s used merely as a fundraising tool. As he noted, cash donations from UVM’s honorary degree recipients totaled more than $13.6 million over the last decade. However, one 2002 honorary degree recipient, Victor Swenson, forked over a mere $18. Gary Derr, UVM’s VP of executive operations and chair of the university’s honorary degree committee, defends the practice, explaining it has to do with recognizing individuals for outstanding achievements or service to the university, state, nation or world. A degree is not, he insists, just a thank-you for writing a fat check. “It’s usually because the person has made a significant contribution to the institution or to society that the college wants to recognize,” echoes Sarah Ray, director of public affairs at Middlebury College. This year, Middlebury will award five honorary degrees, including one to Jonathan Safran Foer, author of the best-seller Everything Is Illuminated. “It’s nice to be recognized for all your work by an institution you respect,” Ray says. Similarly, Champlain College will give out two honorary degrees this spring: a doctor of fine arts to its undergraduate commencement speaker, Vermont novelist and Free Press columnist Chris Bohjalian, and a doctor of commerce to Vermont Captive Insurance Association founder George Chaffee. Champlain, like many Vermont institutions, doesn’t

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SD: You’ve worked on some pretty interesting projects over the years; which ones stand out in your mind? BD: I love figuring out solutions to interesting problems. We did a project for [Paul Newman’s nonprofit camp] Hole in the Wall Gang where we needed to cable 33 trees together to create a handicapped-accessible tree house that would sway in the wind as a unit. So we worked with a structural engineer to calculate how much the structures would move at certain wind speeds, and at different heights of the tree … We’re also in the middle of an ongoing project to transplant between 14,000 and 16,000 mature live oaks onto a golf course on Sea Island, Ga. SD: Right now you’re planting, fertilizing and doing damage control for many local tree owners; what’s the biggest challenge Vermont trees face? BD: People are the worst problem a tree could have. Soil compaction is another big reason for urban tree decline, and when a tree has compromised health, it’s more susceptible to long-term problems like disease and insects. Sugar maples always take a big hit here, too — everyone wants a maple in their backyard, but, in reality, you’d be much better off planting a red oak, or even a red maple, instead.

SEVEN DAYS: You specialize in structural remediation of trees. Describe a typical house call. BILL DEVOS: Every time I go to a tree call, it’s a forensic examination. We have to go back years to figure out what impacted a tree’s health. Sometimes it’s obvious … and sometimes we’ll sit under a tree and watch it sway in the wind for 45 minutes to see its weaknesses before starting to design a solution. SD: What tools do you use to check a tree’s health? BD: We often use sonic tomography, which is essentially a sonogram for trees that judges the density of the tree tissue. That gives us a basic “photograph” of the tree’s interior. Then I’ll use a resistograph to take an interior sample to give the exact dimensions of the decay. And sometimes you use a tree surgeon’s mallet to sound it out, along with a protractor and, of course, a computer. SD: can you tell just by looking at a tree if it’s healthy? BD: A tree could essentially be dead and have a perfect set of leaves. Nobody pays attention to structural health — everyone looks at the outside. You might go to

myriad other problems that can hurt a tree. And it’s so important to do the right thing, because if you do something wrong today, it won’t show up for another five years.

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hey go by many names — man cave, manspace, mantuary, bro hole. In days of yore, they were known simply as dad’s rec room, workshop, smoking lounge or deer camp. Call ’em what you will, they all have about the same function. They’re spaces we fellas carve out from the rest of our abodes to tap into our inner boy — assuming that boy is allowed to drink beer, shoot pool, play cards, watch sports or play with his toys at any hour of the day or night. These domestic getaways are so popular, they even have their own TV show — the aptly named “Man Caves” on the DIY Network. On the show, guys can learn to hang a Spelunking in some how punching bag, Green Mountain soundproof a room, demolish man caves a wall or build a B Y K EN P I C A R D coffee table from hockey sticks. For this week’s Home & Garden Issue, Seven Days profiled four rocking man caves in the Green Mountain State (more photos at sevendaysvt.com). Our only criterion: They had to be in or associated with private homes — no taverns, frat houses, car dealerships or high-end stereo stores. Incidentally, women are welcome in all the man caves we visited — provided they don’t try to hang any frilly drapes.

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JEFF PAUL, 38 WILLISTON Last fall, when restaurateur Jeff Paul moved into his Williston home, just minutes from the Ramunto’s Brick Oven Pizza he co-owns, he made a deal with his wife, Monica: She got to decorate the first two floors of their house as long as the basement belonged to him. “I’m not much of a car guy,” he admits. “I’m just addicted to my sports teams.”

That much is obvious to anyone visiting Paul’s subterranean manspace, duly identified by the New York Giants “MAN CAVE” sign at the bottom of the stairs. Paul’s is the sports shrine every diehard fan dreams about: dartboard; pool table; dual TVs (with

the football package in winter and baseball package in summer); basketball hoop; granite-topped bar with rotating Dr. McGillicuddy’s Schnapps sign; fridge; bathroom (seat up) and plenty of shelf space for his sports memorabilia. Even his “man candle” is sports-scented: It’s called First Down and smells like pigskin. When it comes to sports memorabilia, Paul has tons: baseballs autographed by Yankees’ pitcher Andy Pettitte and shortstop Derek Jeter; an A-Rod home-run ball Paul’s

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wife caught six years ago; a handful of soil lifted from the old Yankee Stadium before it was torn down. There’s also a Michael Jordan basketball-shaped telephone. When it rings, it plays music and opens to reveal a tiny Chicago Stadium and cheering crowd doing the wave. What would Paul feel the worst about losing? The bobblehead of himself his wife had made, he suggests, or perhaps his collection of rare Absolut vodka bottles from around the world. Clearly, Paul has no kids yet. How soon will he have to defend his space? “I have a few years,” he says.

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CHRIS DOYLE, 52 WATERBURY Chris Doyle’s shop is the kind of manspace that would drop a 12-year-old boy’s jaw in a heartbeat. Sure, the radiocontrolled airplanes in the loft are pretty cool, as are the 15 vintage motorcycles and dirt bikes in various states of repair. But it’s a toss-up which of the two most prominent features a boy would dash to first: the mint-condition ’68 Corvette convertible in British racing green — what Doyle calls his “overpowered go-cart” — or the vintage 1947 single-engine Luscombe airplane, sans wings, which Doyle once flew coast to coast over a two-year period, touching down in fields and small airstrips all along the way. “That was real barnstorming,” Doyle remembers. “The adventure of a lifetime.” Indeed, Doyle’s personal shop — he’s not a fan of the “man cave” moniker — is a living archive of a life spent in seemingly constant motion. Doyle, who’s worked in R&D for Burton Snowboards since 1996, now lives on 12-plus acres on a Waterbury mountainside with his wife, Sandy Yusen. He’s been in Vermont’s winter sports industry since 1981, when he “showed up in the Mad River Valley with my $400 VW Bug, skis and an address for a restaurant where I might get a job,” he recalls. Hanging on one wall of the shop is the ’85 Burton snowboard Doyle rode home from work at Sugarbush every day. Doyle’s stand-alone, 20-by-28-square-foot shop was once a carport built by the property’s previous owner, Lee Higgins — Doyle’s old friend and former employer at the now-defunct Cycle Works motorcycle shop on Burlington’s Battery Street. “This is where I really, really enjoy spending my time,” Doyle says. “As you can see, I have far too many hobbies for somebody with a day job.” Strictly speaking, his is not exclusively a man’s space; Yusen has her own VW van chair, where she hangs out while Doyle is puttering. Beside it is a shelf of Doyle’s various collectibles, including an Apple Jacks cereal box that features pro snowboarder Barrett Christy on the front. Doyle built her the bindings she used to win the 1997 U.S. Open in the half-pipe. “I went a long time without being able to do all this,” he says about his display of toys and tchotchkes. “What you’re seeing is something over the rainbow for me.”

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DEL HOWARD, 43 BOLTON Lots of spaces are called man caves, but Del Howard’s is the only one we found that actually looks like a cave. Howard and his wife, Kim Ead, moved to Bolton a few years ago to, as he puts it, get closer to their outdoor playground. But when the weather outside is too poor for playing, the Colchester High School teacher retreats to his basement for an hour or two of indoor rock climbing. “My original sport was rugby. Some people say I climb like a rugby player,” says Howard in his sing-songy British accent; he was born in Dorset, on England’s southern coast. “This, for me, is a way to try to get my climbing better.” Unlike man caves that feature pricey entertainment centers and priceless collectibles, Howard’s 10-by-17-foot cavern is rugged and utilitarian. Except for the blue padded floor, it holds little more than an assortment of handholds bolted to the walls, which can be rearranged to vary the climbing difficulty. Within this space exists yet another cave — a darkened crawlspace beneath a flight of stairs that can be used for practicing climbing moves in tight quarters. Howard and his friend Michael Kuk built the climbing cave about a year ago over a couple of weeks. Unfortunately, the room was severely damaged this year in what Howard calls “the Great Flood of 2013.” A heavy rain event? “No,” he says. “The Roto-Rooter kind.” But the cave was rebuilt and continues to evolve. Recently, an engineer friend added a boxy stalactite of sorts that hangs from the ceiling and can be climbed on or hung from. Howard’s 2-year-old daughter, Sydney, is already experimenting in the climbing cave — mostly by playing hide-and-seek there. How much time each week does Howard get to spend in his man cave? “To be honest,” he admits glumly, “not enough.”

Del Howard (bottom) and Michael Kuk

DARREN PERRON, 39 BURLINGTON Why would a man who shares a house with another man need a man cave? For WCAX news anchor Darren Perron, it’s more about practicality than getting away from his partner. “We entertain a ton and don’t want to ruin the upstairs, so this is kind of our party central,” says Perron. Because his husband, Peter Jacobsen, runs the nonprofit Vermont CARES, each year the two throw a huge fundraiser in their man cave. There’s another, more practical reason for the space: Perron works nights and often doesn’t get home until after midnight. “So if I want to hang out, I can come down here and not be a bother,” he explains. Perron’s finished basement meets all the requirements of the classic man cave, and then some: There’s a wet bar, neon beer signs, pool table, fridge, poker table and entertainment center. And there are Perron’s collections of beer taps and antique Vermont license plates, the oldest dating from 1925. Perron’s love of man caves goes back to his childhood home in Barton, where his parents had one. “Back then they just called it a rec room,” he recalls.

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don’t have a dedicated space: computers, phones, mail, all that kind of stuff.” Brian Smith, a kitchen and bathroom designer at Curtis Lumber in Burlington, says the average kitchen is renovated every 20 to 25 years. He’s seen people do it spending as little on materials as $2000 or as much as $35,000. “It really can be overwhelming,” Smith says. “I’ve had customers come in here, and they say, ‘This is just sensory overload. I need to get out of here.’” But a good

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Richard and Anne Hawley’s L-shaped Underhill kitchen was dingy and impractical. “We thought we were going to paint our existing cabinets,” Richard Hawley says. “It soon turned out that what we wanted to do was rearrange the kitchen.” The Hawleys moved into the 1970s house in ’95. The biggest problem with the kitchen, they agree, was functionality. “When you opened the fridge and you opened the dishwasher, they hit each other,” Anne Hawley says. And when guests were gathered around the counter and she needed to open the oven door, “You had to ask them to move.” The Hawleys worked with Brian Smith at Curtis Lumber to design a whole new space. Richard Hawley did some of the work himself, tearing out the old cabinets, moving a couple of walls and transforming the existing pantry into a closet for the new refrigerator. Ezra Spring of Spring Builders installed granite countertops and cherry cabinets. Below the window overlooking Mt. Mansfield, the Hawleys had an indent cut into the countertop so guests could linger there without getting hit with the oven door. To decrease clutter, a custom appliance cabinet with a vertically sliding door hides the mixer, food processor and Keurig machine. “When you walked in before, the first thing you saw was the fridge,” recalls Anne Hawley. “Now, when you walk in there are glass doors and a built-in hutch, so there’s something attractive to look at.”

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compacted lawns and other impervious surfaces of developed land. Storm-water runoff was “nothing we ever thought a whole lot about,” Ron Caruso admits. But the DIYer was game. “We thought, Why not do something that’s good for the environment?” Using the free Vermont Rain Garden Manual — produced by WNRCD in conjunction with the University of Vermont’s Extension Service and Lake Champlain Sea Grant — the Carusos calculated the amount of runoff their property generated, given the square footage of its impervious surfaces. Tharpe, her WNRCD colleague Jessica Andreoletti and Justin Kenney, the green infrastructure coordinator at the Vermont Department of Environmental Conversation, all visited to help with soil testing, siting and sizing. Ron Caruso dug up the problem area with his shovel and laid in gravel, landscaping fabric, sand and topsoil. Maureen chose plants with absorbent root systems from the manual’s recommended list, which includes 85 different perennials,

water filters through the garden down to the groundwater system instead of into Allen Brook. About a month after the materials had been delivered, the Carusos discovered another bonus of creating a rain garden: They could receive up to $250 of reimbursement from Let It Rain, a stormwater-management program run by WNRCD. After sending in receipts and a photo log of the installation process, they were granted the maximum amount. Let It Rain is one of two programs that reimburse owners of property in the Lake Champlain watershed for rain gardens. The other is Lake Champlain International’s BLUE program. Both offer on-site assessments to determine how best to mitigate a property’s stormwater runoff. Other “low-impact development” measures that may be reimbursed include installation of permeable driveways, green roofs and rain barrels. All these individual efforts help mitigate the damaging effects of heavy rain events, which can wash large loads of

times more phosphorus than agricultural land and seven times more than forested or natural areas.” More important, storm-water runoff from impervious surfaces causes stream erosion, according to Dan Albrecht, a senior planner for the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission. This is especially true in areas with storm drains. When it rains hard, he explains, the water rushes off impervious surfaces, down storm drains and into pipes that dump into streams. About 40 percent of Burlington’s drains, for example, lead directly to outfalls on Englesby Brook, the Winooski River and the lake. “This creates impairment of the streams,” Albrecht says. “The streams become flashy, so it’s hard for biological communities — bugs and small fish — to establish themselves.” The large amounts of sediment washed into the lake can be even more damaging to its quality than are the particulates and nutrients in the water that emptied into the drains. Impaired streams are a particular

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on and Maureen Caruso have lived in their Williston house for 29 years. Last year, Maureen decided she wanted a decorative pond in their sloped backyard. A depressed area near the end of the slope tended to retain water anyway; the house’s perimeter drain emptied into it, and it bordered an asphalt sidewalk and road. “It was already swampy,” Ron Caruso recalls, standing on his lawn. One of the Carusos’ neighbors happened to be Rebecca Tharp, district manager at the Winooski Natural Resources Conservation District. Tharp had noticed how, during rain events, “the water was getting funneled right to the paved walkway” and, from there, directly into the wetlands of Allen Brook, a Winooski River tributary that’s on Vermont’s list of impaired waters for sediment and E. coli limits. “In the summer, it was fast, hot and picked up a lot of water. It was like a river,” Tharp recalls. So, instead of a pond, Tharp encouraged the Carusos to put in a rain garden. Such a bowl-shaped garden filters stormwater runoff from the roofs, driveways,

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among other suggestions. Aiming to attract birds and other winged populations, she selected asters, coneflowers, bee balm, butterfly bushes and two kinds of tall, elegant switchgrass. Now in its second spring, the rain garden has had a transformative effect, Maureen Caruso reports. “All the area around it is completely dry, and before that you had to wear boots. It’s phenomenal that it’s working so well.” Now, rain-

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tone by stone, inch by inch, Charley MacMartin is building a wall. It’s a surprisingly simple undertaking. Occasionally he wields a small chisel or hammer, tools crafted in Barre that are almost as local as the stones that MacMartin employs. But more often than not, he forgoes the tools altogether, working by hand to stack the rocks that will cumulatively create a tidy boundary wall at a picturesque Charlotte home. MacMartin is just one of many skilled masons in Vermont keeping alive the tradition that gave rise to the old stone walls and hand-built foundations that still pepper the state: dry stone masonry. Other forms of masonry rely on mortar to bind together stones or bricks. The stability of dry-laid walls and structures comes from the interplay of friction and gravity, and the careful placement of stones upon each other. “It’s almost weaving stone,” says MacMartin, pausing in his work next to the wall. The method produces a wall that MacMartin says is “built to move” — to withstand rain and snow, freezing and thawing. The history of this craft is written on the Vermont landscape. Early farmers clearing and tilling Vermont’s fields unearthed stones left behind by retreating glaciers and put them to use in walls, foundations and culverts. Built well and tended with occasional maintenance, these structures can last hundreds of years — and many have. “It’s part of our agricultural history,” says Jared Flynn, president of the nonprofit Stone Trust in Dummerston. The trust was established in 2010 to preserve and advance the craft of stone walling, and it runs workshops and certification exams to educate novices and expert masons alike. “That’s why we do it,” Flynn goes on, speaking of the Vermont landscape. “The material is available. We were blessed with this glacial deposit.” In Charlotte, MacMartin kneels beside the wall, sifting through the

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stones scattered on the ground around him. This is Monkton quartzite, he explains. “What you’re looking at are pieces of Mt. Philo” — scraped from the mountain, carried west by a retreating glacier and scattered in the Champlain Valley. “This is beautiful, beautiful stone,” he says. It didn’t travel far to get here: The homeowner unearthed many of these rocks while excavating a swimming hole on his property. Other stones came from piles stacked in the woods around the home — remnants of farmers past. MacMartin took a roundabout route to masonry. He studied economics at the University of Vermont and worked

during college on a local farm, where he discovered a love for gardening and landscaping. He started his own landscaping company — initially in Maryland, then in Vermont — and eventually developed a specialty in masonry. Today he runs Queen City Stone & Soil from Hinesburg; he specializes in creating and improving garden beds, setting up composting systems and, of course, dry-built stone projects. Vermont is blessed with several master masons, MacMartin says, singling out Dan Snow and Michael Weitzner. He honed his craft under their tutelage.

Most days MacMartin works alongside an apprentice — a new one every year — but on this particular afternoon he’s alone. The wall is about two thirds of its anticipated three-foot height. As the wall grows upward, MacMartin chooses smaller and smaller stones. The previous day, when he and the homeowner sought a source of stones for today’s work, the image they had in mind was “Gérard’s bread.” They collected stones roughly the same size and shape as the locally celebrated pain au levain churned out by Vermont baker Gérard Rubaud. The wall, like all dry-laid masonry, is “battered,” which means it tapers gently

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“The kids can kind of belly right up to the fence, but still have a foot and a half of big rocks between them [and the calves],” Harris says. They don’t run the risk of getting zapped by a traditional electric fence or kicked through a less sturdy enclosure. However useful stone walls may be, there’s no denying that a huge part of their appeal lies in the aesthetics and other intangible factors. Ask stone-wall aficionados to explain that appeal and they pause — it’s a hard quality to sum up. “To me, it’s mostly mystery. The walls tell stories,” says Flynn. “Somebody spent the time to do it, and each rock

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And as they briefly rest in neutrality, we witness a bit of their process. On a whiteboard, one actor writes a scene title, which generally describes a wound, and how old the characters are at the time. The order of scenes is far from random, but watching these actors in the intervals gives us a sense that what they write is a proposal, an idea they have to agree on. Even though we have been watching a scrupulously rehearsed and directed production, each scene transition has a weightless moment in which Caswell and Gullikson seem to dare each other. And they make good each time. These transitions don’t include costume changes. The decision to run the entire show, covering 30 years, with each actor wearing the same dark, drab clothes presumably reflects a design to keep the focus on the performances, not on clever symbols or the flourishes of quick-change artistry. Costumer Cora Fauser has chosen casual, nonachiever clothing that doesn’t evoke any particular age. The effect is further to dim our expectations for these two. This is arguably overkill in a production that purges sentimentality from every crevice, but it’s an honorable choice. Director Mark Alan Gordon establishes a stunning rapport between the actors. His decisions about stylizing the wounds and using simple set elements always serve the script well and keep attention trained on the performers. Gordon strikes an ideal balance between humor and tragedy, and shows us that wishing for characters to “save” each other is far too pat. We’re conditioned to hunt in our stories for romance or its obstacles, but this play is not a courtship or a story of thwarted love. Doug and Kayleen need each other, but that doesn’t mean they embody each other’s happy ending. Their wounds define them, and they share a mystical compassion for each other. That’s deliverance enough. m

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the dark curiosity of a child who can only control his fears by making himself more frightened. Pointing to the bleeding cut on his face, he asks Kayleen, “Do you want to touch it?” with all the solemnity of a religious rite. Their bond forms. In the next scene, they’re 23. Kayleen is desperate to conceal how drunk she is (very), and Doug is handling the news about his latest injury (serious). We watch this fully realized scene with a little superimposition of the 8-year-olds the actors just portrayed. It’s a thrilling dramatic effect throughout the play to zoom through time this way, always gripped by powerful, assured performances. Caswell has many extraordinary moments; one of them is Kayleen’s monologue in Doug’s hospital room. Caswell remains so completely, un-self-consciously inside her character as she articulates her thoughts that we soon have the delicious sense of being granted the privilege of understanding another person in an unguarded moment. The words she speaks happen to her, without control or premeditation. And she surprises herself, and us, more than once with the decisions she makes. There’s a thrilling sense of free fall: We don’t know what will or can happen next. We surrender to Caswell’s riveting performance. Gullikson gives Doug a deep, abiding sorrow but tempers it with earnest humor. Instead of despair, he radiates a search for peace and seems confident that he will find it, against all odds. That this calm might only exist at the eye of a hurricane doesn’t keep him from seeking it. Gullikson’s large frame gives Doug a powerful solidity, but he contrasts it with delicate hands and soft gestures. He’s especially good at showing his puzzlement about the world. Doug hopes it will all make sense sometime but can’t be sure he’ll get his wish. Gullikson skillfully pairs that childlike yearning with an adult’s brooding temperament, dazzling us time and again. Best of all, Caswell and Gullikson work well together. They connect with each other to reveal live theater’s greatest quality: It allows us to witness actors taking the risk of perfecting a moment no one can snatch back. The show plays without intermission over 80 exhilarating minutes. Each episode is so packed with intensity that the audience uses scene transitions much as the actors do — to pause and regroup. We reflect; the actors prepare.

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lamb-chorizo sausage, cooked on the spit’s grill plate, lent spice to the dish. That festive dinner won’t be the last time a whole animal (or two) turns on the restaurant’s spit, custom-made by Corbin Forge in Stowe. Nor is Hen of the Wood the only restaurant hosting such meals. A select group of Vermont chefs is making dinners focused on using nearly every part of a single animal into the hottest new gatherings. “It’s just a fun, more casual way to have a feast,” explains Warnstedt, who has also done more formal dinners showcasing plated duck, lamb and pig. Nothing says ‘feast’ like a whole animal.” This trend kicked off in February at Burlington’s Pistou with an event called LISTEN IN ON LOCAL FOODIES...

the Sidewalk Goat Project. Co-owner Jason Zuliani has long been known in foodie circles for breaking out his spit, or souvla, which he brought back to the States after visiting relatives in Corsica. When Mackinnon and cookbook author Molly Stevens discussed collaborating on a special dinner, the young chef and the All About Roasting author decided the spit offered the perfect way to combine their talents. Danville’s Vermont Chevon provided the whole goat; in the week before the dinner, Mackinnon began serving it in the form of homemade sausages. On Sunday, he butterflied the goat’s shoulders, filled them with simple, fresh ingredients, including lemon zest and parsley, and

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What would Jesus do? If he could cook like the members of the Moretown-based CHURCH OF THE CRUCIFIED ONE, he would expand. Last Friday, the group, led by executive chef MARTIN SMITH, opened JUNI’S DOG HAUS in Waterbury’s Cabot Annex at 2653 Waterbury-Stowe Road. Juni’s joins JUNIPER’S FARE CAFÉ in Waterbury and JUNIPER’S FARE DELI in Northfield. A portion of the proceeds from every meal at the restaurants goes to the church’s Everyone’s Child organization, which helps to feed and educate children in Kenya, Jamaica, Brazil and India. While the expansion may serve a good global cause, Vermont diners are reaping the culinary benefits here at home. Juni’s serves breakfast beginning at 6 a.m. each day, including homemade cheddar biscuits with eggs, CABOT cheddar and choice of breakfast meat with house chipotle mayo. For those already craving a hot dog, there’s the Early Bird Dog. That’s a MCKENZIE OF VERMONT maple-sausage link wrapped in scrambled eggs and melted Cabot cheddar and stuffed into a griddled KOFFEE KUP BAKERY hot dog bun. Hebrew National hot dogs are served from 10:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Customers at the restaurant’s counter or take-out window can choose their own toppings or try one of Smith’s seven concoctions, none of which costs more than $3.30 on a dog. The banh mi dog includes homemade kimchi and sweet Thai chile sauce, while the South by Southwest Dog features house barbecue sauce and shredded Cabot cheddar on a bacon-wrapped frank. There’s also a selection

of sliders, among them a house-smoked pulled pork in the same barbecue sauce. That sauce, which Smith describes as a mix of Carolina and Memphis-style flavors, is one of a few items he is now marketing outside his restaurants. A jesting suggestion from Mrs. Smith stuck and gave the sauce its name: “My Smokin’ Hot Wife.” Smith will bring the Wife to various central Vermont markets, including Montpelier’s HUNGER MOUNTAIN CO-OP, along with his homemade kimchi and sauerkraut, soon to be crafted from homegrown cabbage. While the original Juniper’s Fare Café has scaled back its hours to just breakfast and Friday dinner, Juni’s ensures that there are lots of times and places to taste the good word.

Since Seven Days reported last week on a Friday-night food-truck powwow coming to Burlington’s South End, FELIX WAI — half of ArtsRiot, the event’s organizers — says he’s received “lots of calls from people starting up food trucks who asked, ‘Hey, can we park there?’” Not quite yet. The SOUTH END FOOD TRUCKSTOP is due to open in two weeks and is already at full capacity — at least for now, Wai says. But the discovery that Burlington is bursting at the seams with food trucks is a welcome one. “Sometimes you can get some really creative food from trucks that you can’t get in restaurants,” says PJ MCHENRY, Wai’s partner. “It’s invention by necessity.” Every Friday evening from 4:30 to 9 p.m., beginning on May 24, the parking lot behind SPEEDER & EARL’S COFFEE ROASTERY will morph into a bazaar of trucks and carts peddling barbecue, tacos, ice cream, fresh juices, beer and even maté. Nine vendors have signed on so far: Expect tacos from MUCHACHO TACO; burgers from the BURGER BARN; ethnic street food from ¡DUINO! (DUENDE); creative sandwiches from the HINDQUARTER; barbecue from SOUTHERN SMOKE FOODS; fresh juices from TOMGIRL JUICE CO.; maté from MOCEAN MATÉ; ice cream from LAKE CHAMPLAIN CHOCOLATES; and beer from FIDDLEHEAD BREWING COMPANY, one of the event’s sponsors. Roving chef BRIAN STEFAN of Southern Smoke plans to serve up Cajun and Caribbean-inspired foods such as smoked-pork sandwiches; empanadas stuffed with crab or smoked chicken; savory lobster, ham or chorizo beignets; and — depending on availability — small plates such as fried dandelion heads. “I’m going to tap my farm friends to see what I can get,” says Stefan. Even the resident brewer is going to get creative. “We’re talking to MATT [COHEN, Fiddlehead’s owner] about a special South End summer beer,” Wai says, and adds that patrons will be able to roam the entire space with a beer in hand (rather than have to retreat behind a cordon). The trucks will most likely form a ring that “hugs the buildings,” McHenry says. That includes the studio of AO Glass, which will stay open late each Friday for glass-blowing demonstrations. Wai hopes other nearby galleries will eventually follow suit. ArtsRiot will put out picnic tables and provide bathroom access and live music every week. Steve Madden’s Pine Street Irregulars are slated to play at the inaugural event, and music collective Jenke Arts will play a succession of Fridays. The part Wai and McHenry are most excited about is donating a portion of each week’s proceeds to the CHITTENDEN EMERGENCY FOOD SHELF. “It’s a pretty incredible place,” says Wai. In the meantime, the ArtsRiot duo is busy renovating the front of the former Fresh Market space. For more on that, see Crumbs.

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fried the skins to bubbly crispness just before they left the kitchen. “We served them family style in big bowls, and we heard an uproar from the dining room — people were clapping and cheering as they hit the table,” Longworth goes on. “I asked Lorien [Wroten, Longworth’s partner and coowner] what was going on, and she was like, ‘If you go into the dining room, all you can hear is crunching.’” There isn’t usually much call for taking apart whole pigs in Longworth’s cut-based fine-dining restaurant. But, he says, it was a refreshing change to do the dinner and support Vermont Whey Fed owner Ignacio Villa. “I really liked the concept of it. We were able to do so much,” he explains. “It’s not like we’re just trying to sell pork chops. We can get a whole pig and sell it all in one night.” Longworth says he’ll definitely do similar dinners in the future. He’s

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thinking of following in Warnstedt’s or Pace’s footsteps with a lamb or a steer — just not a whole steer. Even with a half steer, “[The dinner] would have to be 100: 1/2,” he says. Whole-animal meals may be a recent Vermont trend, but they go way back. Chef Michael Werneke of Waterbury’s Prohibition Pig is using pig-picking dinners and oyster roasts from his college days as inspiration for a June dinner that’s still in the planning stages. “We did them all the time at North Carolina State,” he recalls. Werneke hopes he can persuade Prohibition Pig owner Chad Rich to get a spit for the new smoker that will arrive at the restaurant soon. “I’ve never done a whole-hog porchetta, seasoned it and tied it,” says the chef, describing a practice that harks back to ancient Roman times. “I think it would be a

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will be ArtsRiot’s holy grail. “If someone wants to spend $3, we’ll have something for them,” says McHenry.

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ust 20 minutes into our second meal at nika, the table suggested a medieval-style feast. When our server arrived with a plate of grilled octopus, the table was so full that he paused and stammered, “I’ll just put them … um ….” My friend and I stopped eating to rearrange plates and glasses — grilled escarole salad, braised artichokes, curls of prosciutto, a rosé and a cucumber-lychee-mint spritzer — and make room. A meal at nika can come with its spatial challenges. The menu, both drinks and food, is encyclopedic, and it’s hard to rein yourself in, at least on a first or second visit. The menu is inspired by a swath of sunny countries — Italy, France, Morocco — and many of the dishes, such as the tender, spicy octopus, duck confit and spice-rubbed lamb, sound irresistible. For 21 years, this subterranean space was the home of Three Tomatoes Trattoria. While this mini-chain still encompasses a trio of restaurants — in Williston, Rutland and Lebanon, N.H. — owners Jim Reiman and Robert Meyers closed and dramatically transformed their Burlington location last winter. Deciding to focus on a Mediterranean theme was ballsy. The word itself may confuse some people: With 21 countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, what does that even mean? Was it just a fancy way to repackage the Three Tomatoes brand? Maybe, but when you consider the chef, the word “Mediterranean” takes on real meaning. Dennis Vieira — who headed the Red Clover Inn in Mendon for three years before coming to nika — has spent a chunk of his professional

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to Woodstock, Vt. There he cooked alongside Jason Merrill at the Jackson House Inn and with Ted Fondulas at Hemingway’s before taking the reins at the Red Clover Inn. Vieira says he and the owners “changed everything” about Three Tomatoes. Though the restaurant has the same footprint, the white tile floor is the only vestige of its former décor. The space is now dimmer and sexier, with exposed-stone walls along one side of the dining room echoed by walls of rough cork throughout the space. A chandelier and pendant lights cast coppery illumination, which plays off the

wood-fired oven in the open kitchen. Bottles of wine cover a back wall. It’s a place you want to retreat to on a wintery day — or a steamy summer one. Especially dramatic is the alcove bar, with a slightly louche look (the television notwithstanding) and a lengthy drink list. At nika — which also bills itself as a wine bar — there are 30 wines by the glass. The intriguing choices include Aglianico, Falanghina, Godello, three sparklers and — hallelujah — two rosés. (The Sicilian Cantine Barbera, made from Nero d’Avola grapes, is a juicy, versatile friend to much of the food here.) Six draft lines pour some decent beer — think Fiddlehead Brewing Company IPA and Allagash White — and an eclectic range of bottled beers, from Lake Placid Craft Brewing Company Ubu Ale to Pabst Blue Ribbon and Peroni. The cocktails seem most in step with the lounge-in-the-sun Mediterranean ethos, drawing as they do on herbs, local spirits and fresh-squeezed juices. A nutty, frothy Amaretto Sour seems a holdover from chillier weather, but drinks such as the huge, ruby-red Greek Margarita (blended with blood-orange juice) and the Santorini Sunrise (a refreshing blend of Campari, local vodka, grapefruit juice and fresh mint) seem designed for long spells of people watching at a table on Church Street. They’re also good matches for many of the smaller plates, which make up most of the menu. On both of our visits, our table was quickly blanketed with

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salads, crudo, skewers and “boards,” i.e., plates of such items as silky prosciutto ($5); whipped ricotta ($5); salty, marinated olives ($3); and a dollop of garlicky hummus or chunky, smoky eggplant dip served on romaine leaves ($4 each). While the dips were tasty enough, they were outdone by the artichoke barigoule ($4) — two squishy, braised artichoke halves served in a fragrant, buttery broth. A basket of Red Hen Baking Company bread cost an additional $3. While the boards allowed us to get our antipasto on, I favored the crudo and warm appetizers, most of which had layers of mysterious, warming spices; showers of salty, aged cheese; or just a kiss of char. The grilled escarole salad ($8), for instance, elevated this bitter, underused green to stardom: Fired into submission, it was sprinkled with shaved Parmesan and doused in what tasted like high-quality olive oil, a hint of orange juice and herbs. I ended up gnawing on the charred escarole heart rather than leave anything behind. The delicious grilled, Portuguesestyle octopus, accompanied by sliced potatoes and spiced with piri piri peppers, is based on a recipe from Vieira’s grandmother. His personal touch is leaves of arugula as well as the addition of small black bits so concentrated they taste almost like bacon but are actually dehydrated olives. The dish exemplified how low-simmering heat can enliven food

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Another favorite was the pillowy ravioli ($17), stuffed with fava beans and ricotta salata and drizzled with slivered mushrooms, puckery pickled scallions and mint. The “crispy” duck confit ($16) wasn’t quite crispy, but had the deep flavors of a long cure. Served on a bed of bouncy white beans and bitter wilted greens, it was a solid supper. Least successful was the branzino 112 Lake Street • Burlington ($18 for a half-portion of one filet), a www.sansaivt.com tender white fish not seen much in these parts. It had a nicely crisped skin, but the filet tasted so fishy that, if I hadn’t 12v-SanSai010913.indd 1 1/7/13 2:08 PM known better, I would have thought it was mackerel. A pool of bland broth didn’t do the dish any favors, either. That was one of very few negatives on 5:30-6:30pm this otherwise winning menu. Another was the olive-oil pound cake ($7), which Roasted Olives or Salad was intriguing but lacking in personality. & Margherita or Pepperoni Dessert salvation came on another plate: a feather-light, barely sweet, whitechocolate panna cotta ($6) topped with frizzled mint and jiggling in a puddle of grapefruit jus. Heaven. Nika is beginning lunch service this week, with a roster of sandwiches, smoky skewers, salads and other small plates. I hope those outside tables are big enough for our next visit. m

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without overwhelming delicate New England Meatballs palates. Also praiseworthy were three dates stuffed with almond paste, wrapped in prosciutto and fired. For $6, it was an addictive mashup of sweetness, salt and fat, like a higher power of bacon-salted caramels. A trio of oversized meatballs ($7) was composed of velvety, falling-apart, house-ground pork slathered in a brightred sauce. A skewer of charred shrimp ($10), sprinkled with chile oil, lime juice and parsley, was toasty and tart. More complicated was the yellowtail crudo ($11), one of three rawseafood plates on the menu. The kitchen layered crispy garlic, basil oil and fried chile peppers over the fish. The peppers were novel and resembled saffron, but the fish was cloaked in multiple layers of flavor — fewer would have been better. A few other dishes were slightly problematic: We spit out bits of shell from our oysters-on-the-half; and, though the flavor of the asparagus soup ($6) ably captured the season, its consistency grew too thick as it cooled. While the chewy, thin pizza crusts were topped with novel proteins such as yellowfin tuna and pork belly, the variation we had — with house sausage, mozzarella and herbs ($15) — was decent but forgettable, especially compared with other, more imaginative plates. Entrées at nika are slightly larger versions of the small plates; on our two visits, my friends and I tried just four of them. Nika’s steak frites consisted of tender, peppery petite tender steak — so juicy it was surely marinated before firing — topped with tangy salsa verde. Along with a generous handful of crispy shoestring fries, it was a deal for $18.

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IMPROV NIGHT: Fun-loving participants play "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"-style games in an encouraging environment. Spark Arts, Burlington, 8-10 p.m. $7 suggested donation. Info, 373-4703.

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MAKE STUFF!: Defunct bicycle parts become works of art and jewelry that will be sold to raise funds and awareness. Bike Recycle Vermont, Burlington, 6-9 p.m. Free. Info, 264-9687.

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STANDARD POODLE DANCE COLLECTIVE: Veteran performers Patty Smith, Shelley Ismail and Karen Amirault join creative forces in a performance that also features their own protégés. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $10-15. Info, 382-9222. 'TAKING FLIGHT': Penny Campbell facilitates an experimental dance performance choreographed by Middlebury College students. Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168.

FOOD FOR LIFE: Lisa Masé of Harmonized Cookery explains how to prepare and consume traditional fare that fosters health and harmony. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $6-8; preregister. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hungermountain.coop. UNITED WAY OF CHITTENDEN COUNTY DINNER & AWARDS CELEBRATION: Supporters of the organization recognize its efforts to better local communities through education, income and health initiatives. Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, South Burlington, reception, 5:30 p.m.; dinner, 6:30 p.m. $55-60; preregister. Info, 861-7841.

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BURLINGTON GO CLUB: Folks gather weekly to play this deceptively simple, highly strategic Asian board game. Uncommon Grounds, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free; bring a set if you have one. Info, 860-9587, dfelcan@yahoo.com.

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TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS: Ruth Barenbaum leads this ancient martial art of gentle, controlled movements to help increase flexibility and decrease joint pain. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 1-2 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 865-0360, ext. 1028. ZUMBA: Enegretic Latin rhythms fuel this dance-fitness phenomenon for all ages and experience levels. YMCA, Winooski, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 847-2278.

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ASPIRING NATURALISTS TEEN PROGRAM: Outdoorsy adolescents observe changes in the landscape and learn primitive skills, such as fire by friction, carving, foraging and animal tracking. Shelburne Farms, 4:30-7 p.m. $10-15; preregister; for ages 14 to 17. Info, 985-0327, mburke@shelburnefarms.org. BABYTIME PLAYGROUP: Crawling tots and their parents convene for playtime and sharing. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 658-3659.

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“This is not a fairy tale. This is about real witches.” These lines set the tone for Roald Dahl’s book The Witches, CO UR which turns the world of happy-go-lucky TE NY SY PA OF OM S AI NC children’s literature upside down. Narrated NTS O I T & POETS PR ODU C by a boy who goes to live with his grandmother after his parents die, this tale twists and turns upon the introduction of mask- and wigwearing wicked women plotting to turn the world’s youth into mice. Using live actors, puppetry, video and original music, the Saints & Poets Production Company presents ‘THE WITCHES’ a multimedia stage Thursday, May 9 & Friday, May 10, 7 p.m.; Saturday, May adaptation of this 11, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Sunday, May 12, 2 p.m; see website compelling story about for future dates; for children ages 8 and up, at Black Box familial bonds and Theater, Main Street Landing Center for the Performing Arts, in Burlington. $15-20. Info, 863-5966. flynntix.org childhood courage.

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COMMUNICATIONS FOR GOOD: Folks who use writing, video, email or social media to spread positivity gather for informal presentations and networking. Webskillet, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 8-1704. DRUMMING CIRCLE: Adhi TwoOwls leads an evening of inspired, traditional rhythms aimed at transformation and empowerment. Moonlight Gifts, Milton, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20 suggested donation. Info, 893-9966. PUBLIC INVESTMENT ACTION PLAN OPEN HOUSE: Burlington's Community and Economic Development Office presents 50 project concepts aimed at infrastructure improvements on the waterfront. Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7187, dcolangelo@burlingtonvt.gov. SEVENDAYSVT.COM

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BROWN BAG LUNCH: THE ART OF CULTIVATING A THRIVING CREATIVE PRACTICE: Entrepreneurial coach Marianne Mullen leads an interactive discussion accessible to artists of various disciplines. SEABA Center, Burlington, noon-1:15 p.m. Free. Info, 859-9222.

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Dynamic Duo In the early 1980s, Pacific Northwest native Dana Robinson relocated to New England and found a kinship among other singer-songwriters dedicated to traditional mountain music. He honed his craft in an off-the-grid homestead in northern Vermont, and with his 1994 debut, Elemental Lullabye, began touring full time. After meeting Susan, who would become his wife, in 2002 at a concert in California, the two joined forces, with her clawhammer banjo playing and vocal harmonies accompanying his guitar and fiddle skills. Today the pair hails from Asheville, North Carolina, and bring DANA & SUSAN ROBINSON Appalachian tunes and original Friday, May 10, 7 p.m., at River Arts in Morrisville. $10. Info, 888-1261. riverartsvt.org songs to the stage.

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bird Walk: Avian enthusiasts celebrate the return of feathered flyers. Shelburne Farms, 7-9 a.m. $6; preregister. Info, 985-8686.

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aarP drivEr saFEty Class: Folks ages 50 and older take a road refresher course as they deal with challenges posed by aging. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $1214; preregister. Info, 316-1510. HoMEMadE HErbal sPa ProduCts WorksHoP: Clinical herbalist Shona Richter MacDougall guides participants through all-natural recipes for facial scrubs, foot baths and more. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. $20-22 includes materials; preregister. Info, 224-7100. tECH HElP: Readers learn to take advantage of the library's online offerings. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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grEEn Mountain tablE tEnnis Club: Ping-pong players swing their paddles in singles and doubles matches. Knights of Columbus, Rutland, 7-10 p.m. Free for first two sessions; $30 annual membership. Info, 247-5913.

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HEliand Consort: In a program of chamber music for piano and woodwinds, the local ensemble explores works by Georg Philipp Telemann, Antonín Dvořák and Paquito D’Rivera. St. Paul's United Methodist Church, St. Albans, 7:30 p.m. $15-20 suggested donation. Info, 735-3611. sally Pinkas: The internationally renowned performer and Dartmouth College pianist-in-residence performs works by Mozart, Schubert, Alban Berg and Harold Shapero. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $10-27. Info, 603-646-2422.

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anya radEr WallaCk: The chairwoman of the Green Mountain Care Board discusses Vermont's redesigned health care system at the League of Women Voters of Champlain Valley's annual meeting. Wake Robin Retirement Community, Shelburne, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 860-4732. jEan guEntHEr: Drawing on nearly 40 years of experience, the founder of the Vermont Center for Psychosynthesis introduces attendees to this unique healing process, which integrates all aspects of the self. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 598-6014.

vinCEnt FEEnEy: The local author and historian presents "The Irish Wave in the Green Mountains," with a Celtic-music prelude by Patricia Stebbins Williams. Bradford Academy, 6:45 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4423.

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'good PEoPlE': Tara Lee Downs directs this Vermont Stage Company production of David Lindsay Abaire's Tony Award-winning play about high-school sweethearts who reunite 30 years later under less-than-ideal circumstances. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.30-32.50. Info, 863-5966. 'gruEsoME Playground injuriEs': In their production of Rajiv Joseph's acclaimed play, Jordan Gullikson and Chris Caswell present nonlinear vignettes about a 30-year friendship defined by physical and emotional scars. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15-20. Info, 448-0706. 'nunsEnsE': Catherine Doherty directs a Northern Stage production of Dan Goggin's musical comedy about New Jersey nuns who create a haphazard stage act to raise money for the funeral of their fellow sisters, who died in a bizarre cooking accident. Briggs Opera House, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. $31-70. Info, 296-7000.

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book disCussion: World War ii: tHE loss oF tHE agE oF innoCEnCE: Readers share their thoughts about Elie Weisel's Night with Barbara Mieder. South Hero Community Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-6209. burlington WritErs WorksHoP MEEting: Members read and respond to the poetry and prose of fellow wordsmiths. Participants must join the group to have their work reviewed. Halflounge, Burlington, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com. Info, 383-8104. Matt kEnnard: As part of the Peace & Justice Center's "Cost of War Speaker & Film Series," the author and journalist discusses his book Irregular Army: How the U.S. Military Recruited Neo-Nazis, Gang Members and Criminals to Fight the War on Terror. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2345, ext. 8. traCEy MEdEiros: Foodies join the author of The Vermont Farm Table Cookbook, who discusses local recipes and dishes out tasty samples. Phoenix Books, Essex, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.

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ContainEr gardEning WorksHoP: Sabrina Joy Milbury covers the basics of planting and maintaining modified plots. Vermont Interactive Technologies, Williston, 6-7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 558-9238.

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CHaMPlain CoMMunity sErviCEs bEnEFit auCtion: Attendees dine on a buffet dinner, then bid on more than 100 items from area artists and businesses via auctioneer Jamie Polli. Proceeds benefit programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities. The Essex Culinary Resort & Spa, Essex, 5:30-8 p.m. $50-85 includes dinner. Info, 655-0511, ext. 125.

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games

Open Bridge game: Players of varying experience levels put their strategy skills to use in this popular card game. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 5:307:45 p.m. Free. Info, 462-3373.

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fluid yOga: Early risers focus on arm balances, proper alignment and creative sequencing based on vinyasa principles. A guided meditation follows. SEABA Center, Burlington, 7-8 a.m. $5 suggested donation; see pascucciyoga.com for details. Info, 859-9222. fOrza: tHe Samurai SwOrd wOrkOut: Using controlled movements to perform basic strikes with wooden replicas of the weapon, students sculpt lean muscles and focus their minds. North End Studio A, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. $10. Info, 578-9243. imprOving yOur lipid prOfile: CHOleSterOl & tHe rOle Of nutritiOn: Akshata Nayak presents diet modifications and exercise routines to help maintain the correct balance between the different types of cholesterol. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 2238000, ext. 202. mOntréal-Style aCrO yOga: Using partner and group work, Lori Flower guides participants through poses that combine acrobatics with therapeutic benefits. The Confluence, Berlin, 7:15-8:45 p.m. $16; as space permits. Info, 324-1737.

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wild ediBle & mediCinal plant nature walk: Herbalist Annie McCleary and naturalist George Lisi identify the healing properties of native vegetation on a springtime stroll. Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury, 6-7:30 p.m. $1-10; preregister. Info, 456-8122.

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fOundatiOn Of inveSting wOrkSHOp: Financial advisor Aaron Roberts breaks down the basics of stocks, bonds and mutual funds, as well as proper asset allocation. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 6-7:15 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 877-6559. learn tO SOlder wOrkSHOp: High-tech tinkerers assemble beginner WeevilEye kits from SparkFun electronics. Laboratory B, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation; preregister. Info, 540-2524, info@laboratoryb.org.

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amy SCHram: The community outreach specialist from the Better Business Bureau of Marlborough, Mass., outlines ways to avoid identity theft. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. CHarleS ClapSaddle: The aquarist and zoologist presents "Livebearer Breeding Techniques" at the Tropical Fish Club of Burlington meeting. VFW Post, Essex Junction, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 879-4147. gardenerS rOund taBle: Experienced horticulturalists discuss organic methods, greenhouses, vegetable plots and more. A plant sale benefiting the library follows. Sarah Partridge Community Library, East Middlebury, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7588. riCHard pHillipS: At the Air Force Association meeting, the navy captain recounts his harrowing 2009 capture by Somalian pirates, who attacked and boarded his ship, the Maersk Alabama. noon. $12 includes lunch, preregister. Info, 879-3713.

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avoiD Falls with iMproveD staBility: A personal trainer demonstrates daily practices for seniors concerned about their balance. Pines Senior Living Community, South Burlington, 10 a.m. $5. Info, 658-7477. Forza: the saMurai sworD workout: See THU.09. North End Studio A, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. $10. Info, 578-9243.

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Mother's Day Dinner: Lasagna, salad, rolls and dessert sate appetites at this celebratory meal for moms. Proceeds benefit Gold Star Families who have lost children in war. VFW Post, St. Albans, 6 p.m. $20 includes dinner for two. Info, 922-5591.

Queen city contra Dance: Julia Plumb and Baron Collins-Hill of Velocipede dole out live tunes while Darren Schibler and Luke Donforth call the steps. Shelburne Town Hall, beginners session, 7:45 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. $8; free for kids under 12. Info, 371-9492 or 343-7165. Queen city tango Milonga: No partner is required for welcoming the weekend in the Argentine tradition. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. North End Studios, Burlington, introductory session, 7-7:45 p.m.; dance, 7:45-10 p.m. $7. Info, 877-6648.

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Blue star Mothers nacho night: Plates of tortilla chips loaded with melted cheese and all the fixings fuel diners for dancing to the live music that follows. VFW Post, Essex Junction, 5:30-7 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 878-0700.

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Best in show: Full FraMe DocuMentary FilM Festival screenings: Five selections from established and emerging filmmakers bring compelling contemporary issues to the big screen. Loew Auditorium, Black Family Visual Arts Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-10; $30 for all-access pass. Info, 603-646-2422. castleton viDeoFest: Cinema buffs screen winning entries from high school students throughout Vermont. An awards ceremony follows. Castleton State College, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 468-6156. 'no place on earth': Based on first-person interviews, Janet Tobias' documentary tells the story of 38 Ukrainian Jews who survived the Holocaust by living in a cave for 18 months. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $4-8. Info, 748-2600. 'the niMBy project': In his documentary, Hollywood actor and Northeast Kingdom resident Luis Guzman lives undercover on the streets of New York City to raise awareness about homelessness. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $4-8. Info, 748-2600.

acoustic canDlelight BeneFit show: Local and regional performers play brief sets in a relaxed atmosphere. ROTA Gallery, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. $3-10. Info, 518-314-9872. Dana & susan roBinson: The North Carolinabased duo channel the essence of rural America with the fiddle, guitar, banjo and mandolin. See calendar spotlight. River Arts Center, Morrisville, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 888-1261. DartMouth college glee cluB: Selections from Henry Purcell's The Fairy Queen join 16th- and 17th-century English madrigals in "Renaissance Revisited," under the direction of Louis Burkot. Top of the Hop, Hopkins Center, Hanover, N.H., 5 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422. François cleMMons: Accompanied by pianist Cynthia Huard, the acclaimed tenor and Middlebury College artist-in-residence performs his final solo concert before retiring at the end of the school year. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. helianD consort: See WED.08, First Congregational Church, Lyndonville, 7:30 p.m. $1520 suggested donation. Info, 735-3611. joe criBari & katrina vantyne: The acoustic duo play a blend of Americana and Irish music for the guitar and fiddle. Brown Dog Books & Gifts, Hinesburg, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 482-5189. MiDDleBury college coMMunity chorus: Jeff Rehnach conducts a program featuring Vivaldi's "Gloria," as well as works by contemporary composers. Proceeds benefit ongoing town hall renovations. Brandon Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 443-3168. 'siMply Music MethoD' piano DeMonstration: SEE THU.09, Bethany Church, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 595-1220.

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Young TradiTion Weekend: Singers, instrumentalists and dancers 25 years old and younger perform at Friday night dances, Saturday's showcase contest and at SpringFest on Sunday. Various Burlington and Shelburne locations, 8-11 p.m. $1-8; see youngtraditionvermont.org for details. Info, mark.sustic@gmail.com.

outdoors

Bird Walks: Lake Champlain Committee staff scientist Mike Winslow leads a lakeside stroll to identify feathered flyers by sight and sound. Oakledge Park, Burlington, 8-8:30 a.m. Free. Info, 658-1414. PlanT Walk: Herbalist Annie McCleary leads an exploration of native vegetation focused on appreciating the wonders of the natural world. Carpooling participants meet outside Hunger Mountain Coop at 5:15 p.m. Two Rivers Center, Montpelier, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 223-8000, ext. 202, info@hungermountain.coop.

seminars

Financial liTeracY WorkshoP: Business consultant Sarah Kearns presents "Making Sense of Your Dollars and Cents: A Guide to Basic Business Money Matters." Franklin Grand Isle Workforce Investment Board Training Center, Swanton, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 343-3233.

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cenTral VermonT chamBer golF challenge: Players take a swing at this friendly competition. Prizes include a new Chevy Malibu to any hole-inone winner. Barre Country Club, registration, 11 a.m.; tee-off, noon. $440 for team of four; preregister. Info, 229-5711.

talks

chris Bouchard: The meteorologist talks twisters in "Tales From Tornado Alley." Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 864-3516.

theater

'The good docTor': The Lamoille County Players present Neil Simon’s lesser-known play about the stories and characters that live within the imagination of writer Anton Chekhov. Hyde Park Opera House, 7 p.m. $12-18. Info, 888-4507. 'The WiTches': See THU.09, 7 p.m. VermonT VaudeVille: In "Your Ad Here: A Total Sellout of a Show," members of this eclectic troupe cave to corporate pressures in a frenzy of marketing mayhem. Hardwick Town House, 8 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation. Info, 533-2589. 'Who’s aFraid oF Virginia WoolF?': See THU.09, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

PlanT & Baked goods sale: Dig in! Annuals and perennials from local gardens complement homemade sweet treats and more. United Church of Hinesburg, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 482-3352. TerrY BicYcles TenT sale: See THU.09, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

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BloomTime FesTiVal: Spring is in the air! Families celebrate everything from crabapple blossoms to flowering shrubs with themed activities and workshops. See calendar spotlight. UVM Horticultural Research Center, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 864-3073. PlanT sale: An array of perennial flowers, edibles and vegetable starts delights green thumbs, who can receive design tips from master gardeners Ellen Ecker Ogden and Charlie Nardozzi. Proceeds benefit neighborhood plots, and outreach and education programs. Integrated Arts Academy, H.O. Wheeler Elementary School, Burlington, sale, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; consultations, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free to attend; consultations by donation. Info, 861-4769. PlanT sWaP: The museum's garden club hosts an exchange of hearty houseplants. Kent-Delord House Museum, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 518-561-1035. TinmouTh PlanT sale: Green thumbs check out locally grown perennials and shrubs and assorted young plants from Greenleaf Nursery. Proceeds benefit area scholarship programs. Tinmouth Old Firehouse, 8-10 a.m. Free. Info, 446-2928.

bazaars

craFT Fair: Folks peruse eye-catching handmade wares, plants, baked goods and more. Proceeds benefit community youth programs. First United Methodist Church, Burlington, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7320.

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sPagheTTi & meaTBall comedY nighT: Heaping plates of pasta sustain diners for an evening of laughs featuring eight local comics. Canadian Club, Barre Town, dinner, 5-6 p.m.; comedy, 6-10 p.m. $7. Info, 479-9090.

loon carVing class: David Tuttle guides whittlers through the process of creating and painting a wooden replica of the aquatic bird. Wood blanks provided, but personal tools are required. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $2535; preregister. Info, 434-2167.

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BesT in shoW: Full Frame documenTarY Film FesTiVal screenings: See FRI.10, 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. Open Air Market & Food Drive 'no Place on earTh': See FRI.10, 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 Mother’s Day, May 12, noon-4pm p.m. 'PeTer Pan': Fans of J.M. Barrie's classic children's Live Mural Painting by VT Artists fantasy screen the 1924 silent-film version with live Jerome Foster & Haley Bishop musical accompaniment. Brandon Town Hall, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-5420. Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4 'Pina': Wim Wenders' compelling 2011 documentary vintageinspired.net pays tribute to famed German choreographer Pina Bausch. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 7:30 p.m. $12. Info, 760-4634. reel Paddling Film FesTiVal: This benefit for the 5/2/13 12:17 PM Northern Forest Canoe Trail brings adventures in 12v-vintageinspired050813.indd 1 water sports to the big screen. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. $10-12. Info, 496-8994. 'The inVisiBle War': Creative Healing Connection hosts a screening of Kirby Dick's 2012 documentary about the underreported epidemic of rape within the U.S. military. A discussion follows. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 7 p.m. $10. Info, 518-523-2512. 'The nimBY ProjecT': See FRI.10, 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

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BurlingTon Farmers markeT: More than 90 stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 310-5172, info@ burlingtonfarmersmarket.org. caPiTal ciTY Farmers markeT: Seasonal produce joins meats and cheeses alongside baked goods and artisan wares at this locavore gathering. 60 State Street, Montpelier, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2958. local PasTured meaT WorkshoP: Frank Pace of Guild Fine Meats and award-winning cookbook author Molly Stevens demonstrate budget-friendly recipes. Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Shelburne, live music, 5-6 p.m.; workshop 6-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 985-2827, jdennee@lakechamplainwaldorfschool.org. middleBurY Farmers markeT: Crafts, cheeses, breads and veggies vie for spots in shoppers' totes. The Marbleworks, Middlebury, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 989-6012. moTher's daY Weekend english-sTYle high Tea & lunch: Celebrate all things mom at Saturday's cup-and-saucer soiree featuring a parade of hats, followed by a three-course meal accompanied by harpist Margie Beckoff on Sunday. Brandon Music Café, 3-6 p.m. $12.95-29.95; preregister, limited space. Info, 465-4071, info@brandon-music.net. roasT Pork suPPer: Neighbors feast on a spread of pork, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, applesauce and dessert served buffet-style. United Methodist Church, Vergennes, 5-6:30 p.m. $4-8; take-out available. Info, 877-3150. ruTland counTY Farmers markeT: Downtown strollers find high-quality fruits and veggies, mushrooms, fresh-cut flowers, sweet baked goods, and artisan crafts within arms' reach. Depot Park, Rutland, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 773-4813.

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R.I.P.P.E.D.: Resistance, intervals, power, plyometrics, endurance and diet define this high-intensity physical-fitness program. North End Studio B, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. $10. Info, 578-9243. SPRIng InSPIRIt: Attendees gain exposure to various body/mind therapies through brief sessions of hot-stone massage, yoga, meditation and more. Inside Out Body Therapy, Williston, noon-4 p.m. Free; first come, first served. Info, 735-2296.

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ARtS & CRAftS WoRkShoP: Little ones tap into their imaginations and create animal magnet clips to take home. Shelburne Craft School, 10-11:30 a.m. $10-12. Info, 985-3648. nEEDlE-fElt tEDDy BEARS: Annette Hansen of Make Life Cozy guides little ones through a colorful craft that results in a fuzzy toy to take home. Fairfax Community Library, 9-11 a.m. $18; preregister; limited space. Info, 846-2420. SAtuRDAy StoRy tImE: Families celebrate the written word as imaginative tales are read aloud. Phoenix Books Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 448-3350. thE BESt of RutlAnD youth thEAtRE: Actors and alumni celebrate the award-winning company with a showcase of songs from more than 10 years of stellar shows. Costumes are encouraged. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. $10. Info, 775-0903.

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'WhAtEvER ShE WAntS: A DRAg muSICAlE': Sasha Steinberg and John Jacob Lee play dueling lounge singers in this theatrical bout. Proceeds benefit the Tranzmission Prison Book Project, which gives incarcerated queer, trans and gendernonconforming individuals a creative outlet. See calendar spotlight. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 9 a.m. $5-20. Info, 356-2776.

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outdoors

BIRD-monItoRIng WAlk: Experienced birders lead participants on a morning stroll to locate various species in their natural habitats. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 7-9 a.m. Donations. Info, 434-3068. mIgRAtoRy BIRD DAy: Interactive games, crafts and visits from VINS' animal ambassadors celebrate the arrival of feathered flyers after their incredible journey. Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Quechee, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5. Info, 359-5000. SPRIng mIgRAtIon BIRD WAlkS: Avian enthusiasts explore habitat hot spots in search of warblers, waterfowl and more. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7-8:30 a.m. $10; free for members. Info, 229-6206. tAkE A WAlk on thE WIlD SIDE: Herbalist and registered dietitian Melanie Putz Brotz leads an exploration for edible and medicinal plants. Meet by the Rena Caulkins trail entrance. Intervale Center, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. $5-10; preregister at citymarket.coop. Info, 861-9700.

seminars

IntRoDuCtIon to DIgItAl vIDEo EDItIng: Final Cut Pro users learn basic concepts of the editing software. VCAM Studio, Burlington, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 651-9692.

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PRoJECt gRADuAtIon Auto ShoW: Car lovers show off their rides and vie for prizes and bragging rights. Proceeds benefit the senior class substancefree party. Missisquoi Valley Union Middle & High School, Swanton, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $10; limited space. Info, 868-5409. SPRIng fESt: The museum's opening-day, all-ages festival celebrates warmer temps, new exhibitions and Mother's Day with garden tours, a scavenger hunt and more. Shelburne Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5-22. Info, 985-3346, ext. 3331.

dance

BAlkAn folk DAnCIng: Larry Gordon and Louise Brill organize people into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. No partner necessary. Burlington Dances, Chace Mill, Burlington, 3-6 p.m. $6 suggested donation. Info, 540-1020.

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lIvE muRAl PAIntIng, oPEn-AIR mARkEt & fooD DRIvE: Vendors kick off the first outdoor flea market of the season with Jerome Foster and Haley Bishop, who create an 8-by-12-foot work of art on the historic building. Vintage Inspired, Burlington, noon-4 p.m. Free to attend; nonperishable donations accepted. Info, 488-5766, info@vintageinspired.net.

film

BESt In ShoW: full fRAmE DoCumEntARy fIlm fEStIvAl SCREEnIngS: See FRI.10, 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. gloBAl RootS fIlm SERIES: In Deepak Rauniyar's drama Highway, five different stories become intertwined during an ill-fated bus ride to Kathmandu, Nepal. Nepalese with English subtitles. North End Studios, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 660-2600. 'no PlACE on EARth': See FRI.10, 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. 'thE nImBy PRoJECt': See FRI.10, 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

food & drink

mothER'S DAy BREAkfASt: Locals spend quality time with their moms and pile plates with pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage and English muffins. Moretown Volunteer Fire Department, 9 a.m.-noon. Donations. Info, 496-7562. mothER'S DAy ChoColAtE-CovERED StRAWBERRIES: As part of the daylong celebration in their honor, moms satisfy their sweet teeth with complimentary berry delights. Laughing Moon Chocolates, Stowe, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Info, 253-9591. mothER'S DAy PAnCAkE BREAkfASt: An all-youcan-eat flapjack feast fuels families for a day spent paying tribute to moms. Masonic Hall, Bradford, 7-10:30 a.m. Donations. Info, 222-4014. mothER'S DAy WEEkEnD EnglISh-StylE hIgh tEA & lunCh: See SAT.11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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gREEn mountAIn CollEgE CommEnCEmEnt: Weather depending, international environmentaland social-justice leader Dianne Dillon-Ridgeley shares thought-provoking ideas with graduating seniors. Griswold Library Lawn, Green Mountain College, Poultney, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 800-776-6675. RIChARD AllEn: The Vermont historian and author takes a trip down memory lane with the narrated slide show "Stories from Williston's Past." Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. StEvE hERBERt: At the Chittenden County Dowsers meeting, the renowned dowser discusses agricultural and humanitarian uses for the ground-waterlocation technique. Shelburne Town Offices, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $5; free for members. Info, 489-5953.

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BuRlIngton ChIlDREn'S SPACE fun Run: Little ones and their famlies get moving to raise funds for community programming to connect children with nature. Intervale Center, Burlington, registration, 9:30 a.m.; kids 1K run, 10 a.m.; 5K, 10:30 a.m. $5-10; $20 per family; preregister. Info, 658-1500, burlingtonchildrensspace.org. lInColn mountAIn mAgIC 5k/10k: Locals lace up their running shoes and tackle varied terrain at this fundraiser for Friends of the Lincoln Community School. Lincoln Community School, check-in, 7-8:30 a.m.; races, 9 a.m.-noon $10-20; $45 per family; free for children under 6. Info, 355-7649. lunD RIDE foR ChIlDREn: Riders pedal along 16-, 30- and 55-mile routes through Chittenden and Addison counties, or take a family-friendly spin at this fundraiser for the Lund Family Center. 50 Joy Drive, South Burlington, registration, 7-9 a.m.; ride, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; specific times based on routes. $25-60; $100 fundraising requirement for adults; see bike. lundvt.org for details. Info, 448-3617. ShoREhAm APPlE BloSSom DERBy: Runners and walkers make their way through 5- and 10K courses in a pastoral setting. Proceeds benefit Shoreham Elementary School. Shoreham Elementary School, registration, 9 a.m.; family fun run, 9:30 a.m.; race, 10 a.m. $5-20; preregister. Info, 922-0681.

'gRuESomE PlAygRounD InJuRIES': See WED.08, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. 'hoW WE WoRk': See FRI.10, 8 p.m. 'JESuS ChRISt SuPERStAR': See FRI.10, 7:30 p.m. 'noR'EAStERn PlAyWRIghtS ShoWCASE': See FRI.10, 7:30 p.m. 'nunSEnSE': See WED.08, 7:30 p.m. 'RAnSom': See THU.09, 8 p.m. SPIElPAlASt CABAREt: See FRI.10, 8 p.m. 'StEPPIng out': See FRI.10, 7:30 p.m. 'thE gooD DoCtoR': See FRI.10, 7 p.m. 'thE WItChES': See THU.09, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. vERmont vAuDEvIllE: See FRI.10, 8 p.m. 'Who’S AfRAID of vIRgInIA Woolf?': See THU.09, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

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BARBARy CoASt JAzz EnSEmBlE: Don Glasgo directs the Dartmouth College senior feature concert, which honors five members who perform music of their choosing. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8 p.m. $516. Info, 603-646-2422. hElIAnD ConSoRt: See WED.08, Bethany Church, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $15-20 suggested donation. Info, 735-3611. JIm RoonEy: The 50-year veteran of the music business joins Bob Amos and Colin McCaffrey in an acoustic performance of folk and country tunes. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $14.50. Info, 748-2600. 'John CAgE & thE CARIllon: hIS WoRkS & lEgACy': George Matthew Jr. performs four works written and inspired by the celebrated American composer. Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. mE2/StRIngS: 'mozARt, tChAIkovSky & vAughAn WIllIAmS: Ronald Braunstein conducts this regional string orchestra in works by the three composers to raise awareness about mental health issues through music. UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus, Burlington, 8-9:45 p.m. $15-25. Info, 863-5966. myRA flynn: The New York City-based neo-soul singer returns to her Vermont roots to give an intimate performance of songs from her upcoming album. Chandler Gallery, Randolph, 7:30 p.m. $25. Info, 728-6464. onIon RIvER ChoRuS: Richard Riley directs the 55-member ensemble in a program featuring works by Bach and Henry Purcell, as well as his own cantata, Silent Thunder. First Universalist Church, Barre, 7:30 p.m. $8-12. Info, 476-4300. 'SCEnES & SongS': Middlebury College vocalists present a lively sampling of musical theater, from opera classics to Broadway faves. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. 'SImPly muSIC mEthoD' PIAno DEmonStRAtIon: See FRI.10, 9-10 a.m.

thE hECkhounDS: Elements of rock, folk, country and jazz find their way into the local band's spirited interpretation of the blues. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center, Burlington, 9:30 p.m. Free; cash bar. Info, 863-5966. young tRADItIon WEEkEnD: See FRI.10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Mother’s Day Buffet: Families fill up on a spread of breakfast items and hearty fare, including carved ham and beef, seafood and more. Trader Duke's, South Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. $5-25.95. Info, 660-7523.

kids

'the true story of the three LittLe Pigs': The Dallas Children's Theater's musical adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book begins where the story leaves off and presents the courtroom conundrum of the trial of Alexander T. Wolf. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 3 p.m. $10-23. Info, 603-646-2422.

language

french conversation grouP: DiManches: Parlez-vous français? Speakers practice the tongue at a casual, drop-in chat. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0195.

music

MiDDLeBury coLLege coMMunity chorus: Jeff Rehnach conducts a program featuring Vivaldi's Gloria, as well as works by contemporary composers. Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. onion river chorus: See SAT.11, Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 7 p.m. oriana singers sPring concert: Directed by William Metcalfe, members lift their voices in "Ceremonial Mr. Handel," which features works by baroque composer George Frideric Handel. St. Paul's Cathedral, Burlington, 4 p.m. $10-25. Info, 863-5966. WiLD Man BLues: The six-piece Dixieland group performs a Mother's Day concert of traditional New Orleans-style jazz with a modern twist. Bethany Church, Montpelier, 3 p.m. $20 suggested donation. Info, 272-1789. young traDition WeekenD: See FRI.10, 11 a.m.

outdoors

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activism

verMonters for a Just Peace in PaLestine/ israeL Meeting: Like-minded locals discuss education, advocacy and action strategies to help victims of the cross-country conflict. Peace and Justice Center, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 8632345, ext. 2.

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kent-DeLorD house MuseuM garDen cLuB BLooM 'n' raffLe: Horticulturalists test their luck with tickets and vie for gift certificates from the Cook and Gardener. Kent-Delord House Museum, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10 a.m. $1-5. Info, 518-561-1035.

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fairs & festivals

suMMer-caMP fair: Representatives from six local organizations present information to parents and kids about upcoming programs. Youth activities, childcare and interpreters provided. John J. Flynn Elementary School, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 316-0731.

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health & fitness

aLan P. LaMPson & eMiLy Piazza: Fletcher Allen's Frymoyer Community Health Resource Center coordinator joins the clinical dietician in a discussion of the dietary-supplements industry. Davis Auditorium, Medical Education Center Pavilion, Fletcher Allen Health Care, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 847-2278. avoiD faLLs With iMProveD staBiLity: See FRI.10, 10 a.m. chiLDBirth refresher cLass: Parents-to-be join other couples to review the physical and emotional aspects of giving birth, along with relaxation and breathing techniques. Franklin County Home Health Agency, St. Albans, 7-9 p.m. $25.

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BoLton/richMonD Bike riDe: Riders spin their wheels on a 25-mile route beginning in Jonesville and passing through Bolton and Richmond. Bring a helmet, lunch and water. Contact organizer for meeting location. Various locations, Richmond, 9 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, carlene@gmavt.net. Mother's Day fun run & Picnic Lunch: Northeast Kingdom residents lace up their running shoes on 5- and 10K courses to celebrate moms and welcome spring. Proceeds benefit the local nonprofit Umbrella's domestic- and sexual-violence awareness programs. Sherburne Base Lodge, Burke Mountain Resort, East Burke, registration, 8:30 a.m.; kids run, 9:30 a.m.; adults, 10 a.m. $15-30; free for children under 10. Info, 748-1992, ext. 329. nurses traiL Bike riDe: Participants pedal past notable locations where nurses have contributed to the well-being of the community for more than 100 years. Various locations, Burlington, 11 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 656-7433. verMont esPeranza 5k run/WaLk: Folks get moving to raise funds for Safe Passage, a nonprofit that provides services to impoverished, at-risk youth in Guatemala City. Dorset Park, South Burlington, 9 a.m. $10-15. Info, 338-6339.

'gooD PeoPLe': See WED.08, 2 p.m. 'nunsense': See WED.08, 5 p.m. 'ransoM': See THU.09, 2 p.m. sPieLPaLast caBaret: See FRI.10, special “scandelous shows,” 8 p.m. 'the gooD Doctor': See FRI.10, 2 p.m. 'the Witches': See THU.09, 2 p.m. 'Who’s afraiD of virginia WooLf?': See THU.09, 2 p.m.

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Forza: The Samurai Sword workouT: See THU.09, North End Studio A, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. $10. Info, 578-9243. herbal ConSulTaTionS: Betzy Bancroft, Larken Bunce, Guido Masé and students from the Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism evaluate individual constitutions and health conditions. City Market, Burlington, 4-7 p.m. Free; preregister at info@vtherbcenter.org. Info, 861-9757. r.i.P.P.e.d.: See SAT.11, North End Studio A, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. $10. Info, 578-9243.

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Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. reCorder-Playing grouP: Musicians produce early folk, baroque and swing-jazz melodies. New and potential players welcome. Presto Music Store, South Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-0030, info@ prestomusic.net.

agriculture

hardy roSeS workShoP: Master gardener Charlie Nardozzi discusses varieties of these fragrant blooms that thrive in Vermont's climate. Vermont Interactive Technologies, Williston, 6-7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 558-9238.

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baSiC ComPuTer SkillS: Community members enter the high-tech age and gain valuable knowledge. Tracy Hall, Norwich, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3403.

CommuniTy Forum: Department of Vermont Health Access commissioner Mark Larson outlines ways to navigate upcoming changes in the healthinsurance marketplace. Fox Room. Rutland Free Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 585-6339.

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aliCe in noodleland: Youngsters get acquainted over crafts and play while new parents and expectant mothers chat with maternity nurse and lactation consultant Alice Gonyar. Buttered Noodles, Williston, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 764-1810. JoyFul noiSe laughTer Club: Robin Cornell and Charlotte Gilruth lead playful exercises for ages 8 and up that focus on moving, breathing and giggling. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3427 or 223-1607. muSiC wiTh raPhael: See THU.09, 10:45 a.m. SouTh hero PlaygrouP: Free play, crafts and snacks entertain children and their grown-up companions. South Hero Congregational Church, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. SwanTon PlaygrouP: Kids and caregivers squeeze in quality time over imaginative play and snacks. Mary Babcock Elementary School, Swanton, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426.

music

middlebury wind enSemble: The community ensemble affectionately known as the "Midd Winds" performs classical and concert-band pieces. Concert

monday nighT CroSS ride: Pedal pushers of all abilities meet up for a mellow dirt-road cruise. A cyclocross bike is highly recommended. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 229-9409.

conferences

biSTaTe Primary Care ConFerenCe: Vermont and New Hampshire health care professionals convene for workshops, panel discussions and keynoter Thomas Van Coverden of the National Association of Community Health Centers. Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. $155-179. Info, 603-2282830, ext. 139. VermonT buSineSSeS For SoCial reSPonSibiliTy SPring ConFerenCe: Likeminded professionals attend workshops, discussions and keynote speeches based on "Local Innovation, Global Inspiration." Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $150-200; see vbsr.org for details. Info, 862-8347.

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adam boyCe: Through songs and humorous sketches, the fiddler tells the story of Vermont native and traveling entertainer Charles Ross Taggart. Rockingham Free Public Library, Bellows Falls, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 463-4270.

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rob Velella: The literary historian and playwright presents the spooky side of stories in "Edgar Allan Poe: Master of the Macabre." Fox Room, Rutland Free Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 773-1860. ShaPe & Share liFe STorieS: Recille Hamrell gives prompts to trigger recollections of specific experiences, which are crafted into engaging narratives and shared with the group. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

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ballroom & laTin danCe ClaSS: Instructor Samir Elabd helps students break down basic steps. Union Elementary School, Montpelier, waltz, 6-7 p.m.; wedding and party dances, 7-8 p.m. $14. Info, 223-2921, elabd@comcast.net.

FlynnarTS danCe ShowCaSe: Students culminate 15 weeks of hard work with choreographed performances in various styles. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 863-5966. Swing-danCe PraCTiCe SeSSion: Quick-footed participants get moving in different styles, such as the lindy hop, charleston and balboa. Indoor shoes required. Champlain Club, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 448-2930.

environment

green drinkS: Eco-friendly locals toast Montpelier Alive's zero-waste initiative for this year's Independence Day celebration. Lobby, City Center, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-9604.

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CommuniTy Cinema Film SerieS: See WED.08, FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-5966. 'no PlaCe on earTh': See FRI.10, 5:30 p.m. 'The nimby ProJeCT': See FRI.10, 7:30 p.m.

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laughTer yoga: What's so funny? Giggles burst out as gentle aerobic exercise and yogic breathing meet unconditional laughter to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 355-5129.

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FairFax Story Hour: Good listeners up to age 6 are rewarded with tales, crafts and activities. Fairfax Community Library, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 849-2420. HigHgate Story Hour: See WED.08, 10-11 a.m. ricHFord PlaygrouP: Rug rats gather for tales and activities. Cornerstone Bridges to Life Community Center, Richford, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Science & StorieS: rockS rock: Smooth and small, or large and rough? Little ones learn the secrets to selecting their own special stones. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50. Info, 877-324-6386. Story time WitH corey: Read-aloud tales and crafts led by store employee Corey Bushey expand the imaginations of young minds. Buttered Noodles, Williston, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 764-1810.

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FrencH converSation grouP: Beginner-tointermediate French speakers brush up on their linguistics — en français. Halvorson's Upstreet Café, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0195. PauSe-caFé FrencH converSation: Francophiles of all levels speak the country's language at a drop-in conversation. Mr. Crêpe, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0195.

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BaSic introduction to camera uSe: Locals learn the basics of community media production using video cameras. Channel 17 Studios, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 862-3966, ext. 16, morourke@cctv.org. genealogy, rootS & intelligence: Audry Rini draws on 30 years of experience to guide family-tree enthusiasts through researching their ancestry — which psychologists have shown boosts brainpower. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 922-5005. invaSive SPecieS WorkSHoP: Invasive-species biologist Brian Colleran presents key information on Japanese knotweed before leading a nature walk to identify the plant. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6206.

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cady/Potter WriterS circle: Literary enthusiasts improve their craft through "homework" assignments, journaling exercises, reading, sharing and occasional book discussions. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 349-6970. SHerry olSon: The local poet shares stanzas from her most recent collection, Four-Way Stop. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. vt mommieS adult Story time: When was the first time you truly felt like a mom? Women respond to the prompt in 1000 words or less, then share their work in a supportive atmosphere. Phoenix Books, Essex, 6:30-9 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 872-7111.

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community dinner: Diners get to know their neighbors at a low-key, buffet-style meal organized by the Winooski Coalition. O'Brien Community Center, Winooski, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; transportation available for seniors. Info, 655-4565. king Street center celeBration: Locals join former Vermont governor Madeleine Kunin, Mayor Miro Weinburger and others for the unveiling of building plans for a new facility. King Street Center, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6736.

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Bird Walk: See WED.08, 7-9 a.m.

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amarylliS: vermont'S early voice: Susanne Peck directs a seasonal concert of works by 16thcentury composer Josquin des Prez. St. Stephen's on the Green Episcopal Church, Middlebury, 7:30 p.m. $12 suggested donation. Info, 453-3513. StoWe middle ScHool & HigH ScHool SPring concert: Students give a spirited performance at this fundraiser for a band trip to Germany and Prague. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 760-4634.

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cycling 101: Linda Freeman of Onion River Sports leads training rides for all abilities, aimed at building confidence, strength, endurance and a sense of community. Montpelier High School, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 229-9409 or 223-6161, ext. 719.

Bernice JoHnSon reagon: The founder of the Grammy Award-winning Sweet Honey in the Rock a cappella ensemble recounts more than 50 years of lending her voice to music and civil rights. Moore Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-4062. community medical ScHool SerieS: UVM professors, cardiologist Susan Lakoski and hematologist Kim Dittus present "Cancer and Exercise: Improving Physical Function and Cardiopulmonary Health During and After Treatment." A Q&A follows. Carpenter Auditorium, Given Medical Building, UVM, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 847-2886.

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community cinema Film SerieS: See WED.08, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600. 'no Place on eartH': See FRI.10, 1:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. 'tHe nimBy ProJect': See FRI.10, 1:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

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A WEEKEND WITH DR. VASANT LAD: The Ayurvedic Center welcomes Dr. Vasant Lad, Ayurvedic physician and teacher at the Ayurvedic Institute in New Mexico, for the first time in Vermont. A must for yoga practitioners, health care providers and anyone interested in holistic healing practices. Learn about Ayurveda for optimum health and spiritual growth. Jun. 7-8. Cost: $158/all workshops. Location: The Film House at Main Street Landing, 60 Lake St., Burlington. Info: The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, Allison Morse, 872-8898, ayurvedavt@comcast. net, ayurvedavermont.com/ classes.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF ETSY SUCCESS: Are you an artist, artisan or craftsperson who is thinking about selling your work through Etsy but don’t know where to start? Do you have an Etsy shop and want to increase sales? Join Laura Hale of Found Beauty Studio and deconstruct the behind-the-scenes Etsy systems available to sellers! May 21, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $5/Old North End Arts & Business Network members; $10 for nonmembers. Location: North End Studio A, 294 N Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Found Beauty Studio, Laura Hale, 238-7994, laura@foundbeautystudio.com, mayetsyworkshop.eventbrite.com.

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TINY-HOUSE WORKSHOP: A crew of beginners will help instructor Peter King frame and sheath a 16- x 20-ft. tiny house in Cambridge. Plenty of handson experience for absolute beginners. Tools provided; safety glasses required. Onsite camping avail. May 18-19. Cost: $250/ workshop. Location: Cambridge, Vermont. Info: Peter King, 933-6103.

KITCHEN MEDICINE: Enjoy a meal together during each class and leave with recipes, meal plans and awareness about how to choose the foods best suited for you during each season. Visit vtherbcenter.org for detailed descriptions of each class. Tue., May 14, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Fermented Vegetables and Spring Foods w/ Lisa Mas Tue., Jun. 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sourdough Starters and Summer Spices w/ Lisa Mas. Cost: $3035 per class, preregistration required. Location: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, 252 Main St., Montpelier. Info: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, 224-7100, info@ vtherbcenter.org, vtherbcenter. org.

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Call 865-7166 for info or register online at burlingtoncityarts.org. Teacher bios are also available online. WRITING ABOUT YOUR ARTWORK: Your artist’s statement is an opportunity to communicate what you investigate, observe or want to express with your art by informing the audience about your specific motives and processes. Learn tips for writing a successful statement from BCA curator DJ Hellerman. Artists from all disciplines are welcome. Participants are invited to bring samples of artist statements to be reviewed. May 15, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $13/BCA members, $15/nonmembers. Location: BCA Center, 2nd floor, Burlington.

dance DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes, nightclub-style, on-one and on-two, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. $13/person for one-hour class. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout! Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 598-1077, info@salsalina.com. DSANTOS VT SALSA: Experience the fun and excitement of Burlington’s eclectic dance community by learning salsa. Trained by world famous dancer Manuel Dos Santos, we teach you how to dance to the music and how to have a great time on the dance floor! There is no

better time to start than now! Mon. evenings: beginner class, 7-8 p.m.; intermediate, 8:159:15 p.m. Cost: $10/1-hr. class. Location: Movement Studio, 180 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: Tyler Crandall, 598-9204, crandalltyler@hotmail.com, dsantosvt. com. INTRODUCTION TO 6-COUNT SWING: This class will provide an introduction to six-count swing dancing (also known as East Coast swing). Come learn how to swing dance in a fun, low-pressure environment. We will cover the fundamental rhythms and steps to get you swingin’ on the dance floor! May 21-Jun. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m., weekly on Tue. Cost: $50/6-wk. series. Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info: Vermont Swings, John Antram, 448-2930, vtswings@gmail.com, vermontswings.com.

drumming TAIKO, DJEMBE, CONGAS & BATA!: Taiko in Burlington! Tue. Taiko adult classes begin Jun. 18, Sept. 10, Oct. 22 & Dec. 3, 5:30-6:20 p.m. $72/6 wks. Kids classes begin the same dates, 4:30-5:20 p.m. $60/6 wks. Conga and Djembe Fri. classes start Jun. 14, Jul. 12 & Aug. 2, 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. $15/class. Montpelier Conga classes start Jun. 20 & Jul. 18, 9:30-10:30 a.m. $60/4 wks. . Location: Burlington Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., suite 3-G, Burlington. Info: Stuart Paton, 999-4255, spaton55@gmail.com.

empowerment COMMUNICATION WITH ANIMALS & NATURE: Join Marta Williams, world-reknowned animal communicator and author of “Learning Their Language,” “Beyond Words,” “Ask Your Animal” and, her newest, “My Animal, My Self.” A series of workshops take place in Vermont this June; learn how to communicate with animals for yourself! Classes include: Beg./Int./Adv. Animal Communication, Mirroring Between You & Your Animal, Animals as Teachers & Healers, Using Intuition to Enhance Your Gardening, Talking w/ Horses and more. For more info and to register, go to martawilliams. com/workshopschedule.htm. Jun. 1-5. Cost: $185/ea. day; fullday workshops. Location: Essex Resort & Spa/Back to Earth Sanctuary, 70 Essex Way/421 Hathaway Rd., Essex Junction/

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health HOLISTIC NUTRITION: This program will teach students the fundamentals of eastern nutrition. We will study the basics of a healthy diet, explore health and disease from a Chinese medicine perspective, and learn ways to use food and diet to correct imbalances. How to assess individual dietary needs and appropriate modifications will be discussed. Jul. 13-Oct. 19, 9-11 a.m., weekly on Sat. Cost: $350/series. Location: Elements of Healing, 21 Essex Way, suite 109, Essex Jct. Info: Elements Of Healing, Scot Moylan, 288-8160, scott@elementsofhealing.net, elementsofhealing.net. NATURAL FIRST AID & SIMPLE HEALTH SOLUTIONS: Discover easy, holistic methods to help you cope with daily health needs and emergencies such as broken bones, colds and flu, stomach upsets, overtaxed muscles, stress, and insomnia. A diverse spectrum of techniques and products will be taught and discussed. You’ll leave with a toolkit of great methods and products. May 18, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Location: Middlebury Volunteer Ambulance Association, 55 Collins Dr., Middlebury. Info: 3249149, feelingmuchbetter.org.

helen day art center FLORAL WATERCOLOR: Spend a weekend with internationally acclaimed watercolor painter Annelein Beukenkamp. Share her passion of painting flowers, and learn the secrets behind her unique style. Revel in the beautiful way pigments mingle and interact, and bring your subject to life. Bring your own supplies and a bag lunch. Open to all abilities with some drawing experience recommended. May 18-19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $200/2-day class. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe. Info: 253-8358, education@helenday. com, helenday.com.

herbs JULIA GRAVES HERBAL INTENSIVES: Julia Graves, visiting from France, is an herbalist, body-worker, flower essence practitioner, psychotherapist

and author of The Language of Plants. Julia will be leading four herbal intensives at Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism in June. Preregistration is required. For detailed class descriptions, visit vtherbcenter. org. The Herbal Vehicle: Best Delivery Methods for Optimal Effects: Jun. 17, 2-5 p.m., $3035; Musculo-skeletal Herbs: Jun. 23, 9-11:30 a.m., $25-30; Head Trauma and Herbs: Jun. 23, 2-4:30 p.m., $25-30; The Language of Plants Herb Walk: Opening Our Eyes to Nature: Jun. 24, 3-6 p.m., $30-35. Location: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, 252 Main St., Montpelier. Info: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, 224-7100, info@vtherbcenter.org, vtherbcenter.org. WISDOM OF THE HERBS SCHOOL: Wild Edible & Medicinal Plant and Nature Walk, Thu., May 9, 6-7:30 p.m. Sliding scale $10-0. Please preregister and give us your phone number. Eat on the Wild Side, Tue., Jun. 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Harvest, prepare and eat wild edibles! Preregister. $25. Children welcome and free. Earth skills for changing times. Experiential programs embracing local wild edible and medicinal plants, food as first medicine, sustainable living skills and the inner journey. Annie McCleary, director, and George Lisi, naturalist. . Location: Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury. Info: 456-8122, annie@wisdomoftheherbsschool.com, wisdomoftheherbsschool.com.

intuition INTUITION FOR EVERYDAY PEOPLE: Empower yourself and learn how to access your inner guidance system. Each two-hour Access Your Intuition class is designed to be relevant and useful to regular people in their real-world, everyday lives. No prior experience necessary; start where you are and grow from there. More information/ register: tinyurl.com/intuitionvt. Beginner Level: Tue., May 7, 7-9 p.m. or Beginner/Intermediate Level: Wed., May 15, 7 -9 p.m. Cost: $25/class; preregister. Location: Office Squared, 77 College St. (entrance on St. Paul St.), Burlington. Info: Mindset To Achieve Coaching & Training, Anne Blakely, 876-7487, Anne@ mindsettoachieve.com, tinyurl. com/intuitionVT.

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KARATE & SELF-DEFENSE: Traditional Karate and selfdefense for children 5 and up and adults. Benefits include improved fitness, health and attitude. Classes are taught by 5th-degree and 4th-degree certified black belt instructors with a combined 70 years of experience! Classes are fantastic exercise with the added benefit of learning self-defense skills. Location: Green Mountain Dojo Kyokushin Karate & Japanese Cultural Arts Center, 158 South Main St., Waterbury. Info: Green Mountain Dojo Kyokushin Karate & Japanese Cultural Arts Center, Toni Flynn, 595-9719, greenmountaindojo@gmail.com, greenmountaindojo.com. VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Classes for men, women and children. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu enhances strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and cardio-respiratory fitness. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training builds and helps to instill courage and selfconfidence. We offer a legitimate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu martial arts program in a friendly, safe and positive environment. Accept no imitations. Learn from one of the world’s best, Julio “Foca” Fernandez, CBJJ and IBJJF certified 6th Degree Black Belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr., teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! A 5-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu National Featherweight Champion and 3-time Rio de Janeiro State Champion, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Mon.-Fri., 6-9 p.m., & Sat., 10 a.m. 1st class is free. Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Rd., Williston. Info: 660-4072, julio@bjjusa.com, vermontbjj.com.

massage ASIAN BODYWORK THERAPY PROGRAM: This program

teaches two forms of massage, Amma and Shiatsu. We will explore Oriental medicine theory and diagnosis as well as the body’s meridian system, acupressure points, Yin Yang and 5-Element Theory. Additionally, 100 hours of Western anatomy and physiology will be taught. VSAC nondegree grants are available. NCBTMB-assigned school. Weekly on Mon., Tue. Cost: $5000/500-hr. program. Location: Elements of Healing, 21 Essex Way, suite 109, Essex Jct. Info: Elements of Healing, Scott Moylan, 288-8160, elementsofhealing@verizon.net, elementsofhealing.net.

meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Through the practice of sitting still and following your breath as it goes out and dissolves, you are connecting with your heart. By simply letting yourself be, as you are, you develop genuine sympathy toward yourself. The Burlington Shambhala Center offers meditation as a path to discovering gentleness and wisdom. Meditation instruction avail. Sun. mornings, 9 a.m.noon, or by appt. Meditation sessions on Tue. & Thu., noon-1 p.m. and Mon.-Thu., 6-7 p.m. The Shambhala Cafe meets 1st Sat. of ea. mo. for meditation & discussions, 9 a.m.-noon. An Open House occurs 3rd Fri. of ea. mo., 7-9 p.m., which incl. an intro to the center, a short dharma talk & socializing. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 658-6795, burlingtonshambhalactr.org.

music THE BILL REED MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER INTENSIVE: Join Bill Reed and world-class faculty from NYC’s Circle in the Square Theatre School for a weeklong program focusing on acting technique, working on different voice qualities, anatomy of the vocal mechanism and vocal technique, style and musicality, physical expression, dancing for the stage, as well as college and professional audition prep. The week culminates in a student performance. Jun. 23-29. Location: Spotlight on Dance, 50 San Remo Drive, South Burlington. Info: 8627326, admin@theatricalsinger. com, billreedvoicestudio.com/

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nature INTRO TO BIRDING: Join Liz, Alison and Larry, members of the Green Mountain Audubon Society, to start mastering bird identification. Learn identification basics, field guides, audio guides and digital tools, and then head outside to apply in the field on the extensive CVU campus. Please bring binoculars if available. Dress for the weather; some of property is wet in spring. Rain or shine. Call or email to enroll. May 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $45/person. Limit: 16. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194, access@cvuhs.org, cvuweb.cvuhs. org/access/.

reiki INTRODUCTION TO USUI REIKI: For more details, please visit blissfulwellnessvt.com. May 11, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: $30/1.5-hr. class. Location: Blissful Wellness Center, 48 Laurel Dr., Essex. Info: 238-9540.

spirituality FACES OF THE GODDESS: This workshop explores the nature of women’s spirituality, the “triple goddess” and the energy, healing and inspiration the goddess offers. Led and fed by women of the Jungian Center. You must read Women’s Reality before the first class. To register and receive a copy of Women’s Reality, please call. May 29 & Jun. 5 & 19, 7-9 p.m. Jun. 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $75. Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909.

tai chi LONE GOOSE LEAVING THE FLOCK: HWA YU TAI CHI: Summer semester is open to beginners. Get grounded, let your energy flow with ease. Discover the path of least resistance; enjoy renewed calm, improved coordination and balance. Instructor Ellie Has has been teaching since 1974. Mixed-level class maximizes mentoring opportunities. Jun. 10-Jul. 29, 5-6 p.m., weekly on Monday. Cost: $84/7-wk. semester. Location: Montpelier Shambhala Center, 64 Main St., 3rd floor, Montpelier. Info: Ellie Hayes, 456-1983, grhayes1956@comcast.net.

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hot yoga Burlington: Hot Yoga Burlington offers creative, vinyasa-style yoga featuring practice in the Barkan Method Hot Yoga in a 95-degree studio accompanied by eclectic music. Try something different! Get hot: 2-for-1 offer. 1-hr. classes on Mon., Tue. & Thu.: 5:30 p.m; Fri.: 5 p.m.; Sat.: 10:30 a.m. Cost: $14/1st 2 classes, multi-class cards avail. Location: North End Studio B, 294 N Winooski Ave, Old North End, Burlington. Info: 999-9963, hotyogaburlingtonvt. com. laughing river yoga: Highly trained and dedicated teachers offer yoga classes, workshops, retreats and teacher training in a beautiful setting overlooking the Winooski River. class types include vinyasa, jivamukti, vajra, yin, restorative and gentle. study with master yoga and meditation teacher Jill satterfield on June 14-16. all bodies and abilities welcome. classes 7 days a wk. Cost: $5-15/class; $115/10-class card; $130/monthly unlimited; $300/summer unlimited. Location: Laughing River Yoga, Chace Mill, suite 126, Burlington. Info: 343-8119, laughingriveryoga.com. yoga rootS: Flexible, inflexible, an athlete, expecting a baby, stressed, recovering from an injury or illness? Yoga Roots has something for you! Our aim is to welcome, nurture and inspire. a peaceful studio offering: Prenatal, Vinyasa Flow, Heated Vinyasa Flow, Iyengar, Jivamukti, Therapeutic Restorative, Gentle, Kundalini, anusara, Tai chi, Qigong & Meditation! Upcoming: Journey Dance, May 17, 7 p.m. Create a Birth Visual, May 19, 2-4 p.m. Thai Yoga Bodywork workshop, Jun. 1, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Location: Yoga Roots, 6221 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne Business Park, Shelburne. Info: 985-0090, yogarootsvt.com.

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Anaïs Mitchell talks about Child Ballads, her new record with Jefferson Hamer BY D AN BO L L E S

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naïs Mitchell is sitting crosslegged on the rolling lawn of her parents’ rural home in Vergennes, where she has spent the morning harvesting dandelions to make wine. Hip, multicolored Wayfarer sunglasses shield her eyes from the brilliant midday sun. She’s clad in shorts and a tank top that curves over a modest baby bump — she’s due to have her first child with husband Noah Hahn in late July. Mitchell is rhapsodizing about 1970s British Isles folk/neo-traditional singers such as Paul Brady, Martin Carthy and Nic Jones, whom she discovered while she was playing in England several years ago. “There is something so familiar, yet exotic, about that music,” she says of recordings such as Jones’ Ballads and Songs and Carthy’s Crown of Horn. “They’re fucking awesome.” It is a musical era that hypnotized Mitchell. It also inspired her latest record, and first with New York City-based songwriter Jefferson Hamer, Child Ballads. The duo performs at the Higher Ground Ballroom on Tuesday, May 14, with New York-based folk duo Mike & Ruthy. Child Ballads is a collection of songs derived from The English and Scottish Popular Ballads, an anthology of traditional British and Celtic folk songs compiled by British collector Sir Francis James Child in the 19th century. Mitchell and Hamer adapted seven selections from that voluminous compendium — Child collected 305 ballads in total — tweaking the language and arrangement of these centuries-old tales to tickle modern ears. “In that way it was almost like adapting a novel for film,” says Mitchell, describing a process not dissimilar to her last adaptation project, the folk opera Hadestown. “It is such a world unto itself,” she says of her retelling of the Orpheus myth. “We’re used to a certain style of

storytelling, of story arcs. Hadestown Ballads concerns itself first and foremost doesn’t have that anatomy. It doesn’t with telling great stories. give you the Hollywood ending, and it’s “The ballads are such an amazing unusual in that way.” example of storytelling,” says Mitchell. She says the stories found on Child “It’s the English 101 thing of showing Ballads are similar in that they, too, and not telling. They’re always giving rarely offer conventional or convenient you a visual to explain what’s happennarratives. That meant occasionally ing.” deconstructing the songs — a process She offers the ballad “Sir Patrick she and Hamer call “bushwhacking” Spens” as an example. — to modify ar“The first line chaic language that Sir Patrick or streamline a read, he gave a story arc. In the weary sigh. The song “Tam Lin,” last line that Sir for example, the Patrick read, the duo cut an ensalt tear blinds tire verse about his eye,” she refairies because cites. “You know ANAÏ S MITC H E L L it was deemed how he felt, extraneous. without anyone “There’s a push and pull between telling you. It’s a satisfying way to unbringing things into the mold that feels derstand the story.” the most satisfying and being open to Because the language of original balthe fact that our formula is limiting,” lads is so vivid, Mitchell and Hamer Mitchell explains. “Maybe there’s a rea- needed to strike a balance between honson why things are so sprawling in these oring their source material and making storytelling traditions.” sure their audience would be able to folAs with Hadestown and, more re- low along. In some cases that meant cutcently, Mitchell’s 2012 pseudo-concept ting obsolete verbiage — “He’s tirled low album, Young Man in America, Child at the pin,” for example.

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“We didn’t want to water it down, but we didn’t want to do anything that would get in the way of people’s comprehension of the stories,” Mitchell explains. The songs on Child Ballads have been handed down for centuries, often orally. As such, there are countless variations, both in prose and melody, from which Mitchell and Hamer could draw. The duo’s take on “Clyde Waters” was based on a Nic Jones version of the song. Their “Willie’s Lady” owes a debt to Martin Carthy’s. Mitchell says part of the challenge was choosing the older versions on which to base their own adaptations and finding a way to personalize them. She adds that for certain songs there were no existing versions on which they cared to frame their own. So they simply invented new arrangements — a bold move in traditional folk. “We love these versions already,” she says. “There isn’t anything anyone can do that can destroy what’s already been done. All those versions still exist. So the worst you can do is do something stupid and nobody cares.” She pauses before adding, “We didn’t want to feel like we were playing dress-up for some ren fair or something,” referring to Renaissance festivals celebrated by enthusiasts of the period. Mitchell says she has a “fantasy” to do another musical-theater venture like Hadestown. But given the coming changes in her life she can’t say when. She doesn’t rule out some of the remaining 298 Child ballads emerging in some form in the future, though. “I think this material is really generative and inspiring,” she says. “I can’t imagine that I wouldn’t go back to it at some point.” Anaïs Mitchell and Jefferson Hamer play the Higher Ground Ballroom this Tuesday, May 14, at 7:30 p.m. $17/20. AA. Mike & Ruthy open. Child Ballads is available at amazon. com.

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If there is one big takeaway from last Sunday’s Higher Ground Comedy Battle, it is that it will almost certainly never again happen in May. Typically, the contest is sold out — or close to it. But, also typically, it’s held in the dead of January. Likely owing to the fact that it was the nicest evening of the year thus far — and maybe because it was also up against new episodes of “Game of Thrones” and “Mad Men” … no spoilers, please! — this year’s battle was, to put it charitably, sparsely attended. But the small crowd did little to diminish the quality onstage, which, if anything, was doubly impressive given the tough room with which the comics had to work. In last week’s preview, I mentioned that a few dark-horse candidates always emerge from the field to challenge the favorites. That trend held true. While the likes of kIt rIvers, Pat lynCh and defending champ kyle GaGnon were their usual funny selves, the night’s real intrigue came from some lesser-known

comics. In particular, CorI Marnellos was an unexpected delight. I’m told she finished second in overall points, and deservedly so. She won over the audience with an easygoing stage presence and dry, self-deprecating humor as oddly endearing as it was funny. She also coined my new favorite word: foobs. (That’s when you’re eating junk food and spill potato chips on your boobs.) Newcomer Joe BorG is one to keep an eye on. The UVM freshman displayed remarkable stage presence, especially considering his age. Though his set was uneven and at times a little predictable, he landed a few of the night’s better shots. Finalist PhIl davIdson — who is actually from Chicago, not New York City, which I erroneously stated in last week’s column — turned in a pair of strong sets and might have the best K-Mart joke going. JustIn roWe’s Monopoly movie-trailer joke was, as advertised, very clever and, from a technical standpoint, very impressive. It didn’t win the contest as some predicted, but it got him into the finals. And then there was CarMen laGala, who won the night with a pair of typically solid performances. Her sets were actually not as strong as I’ve seen from her before, and I didn’t score her

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Have you bought your Waking Windows III buttons yet? If not, what gives? They’re $20 and get you into every show of the indie-rock hootenanny this weekend in Winooski. That’s like, 50 cents a band. You can’t afford not to buy one, really. (Note to WWIII organizers: You can make checks payable to dan Bolles, that’s b-ol-l-e-s.) Since we ran a big WWIII preview in last week’s issue [“Wake-Up Call,” May 1], I’ll keep the hype brief this week. You already know why you should go — killer regional bands, cool venues, playing live-action Frogger around the rotary, etc. But there are a few local shows worth pointing out to add to your schedules. In no particular order: Great Western, Friday at the Monkey House. seth Gallant is gone, but the band is back in action. Before the former In MeMory of Pluto front man left, this was one of the cooler alt-countryish acts in town. I’m anxious to get reacquainted. MonoPrIx, Friday at the Monkey House. HUGE full disclosure: My brother, tyler Bolles, is the bass player. And drummer steve hadeka works for Seven Days. Now that I’ve effectively torpedoed my credibility, I’ll tell you this: The “swampy-tonk” band’s front man, Brett huGhes, when he’s not honky-tonkin’ at Radio Bean on Tuesday nights, is one of the state’s finest and most underappreciated songwriters. Really. Maryse sMIth, Friday, at the Winooski Welcome Center. It’s Maryse Smith. Duh. ParMaGa, Friday at the Winooski Welcome Center. Perchance we might hear some tunes from that long-awaited new album, boys? PaPer Castles, Saturday at the Methodist Church. Paddy reaGan, you had me at Hey! Hi! Hello! vIolette ultravIolet, Saturday at the Winooski Welcome Center. If we can’t have shelly shredder, Jake Brennan’s new project will more than suffice. Great love songs! (Ahem.) Bandleader, Saturday at the Monkey House. Don’t know anything about them, but they come recommended from ears I trust. Blue Button, Saturday at the Monkey House. Because I missed their show last weekend and feel bad about it. Also,

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bEE's knEEs: max Weaver, Neil Dean & Jess Zehngut (folk), 7:30 p.m., Donations. tHE Hub PizzEria & Pub: Dinner Jazz with Fabian Rainville, 6:30 p.m., Free. Open mic, 9 p.m., Free.

Club MEtrOnOME: DJ Dakota presents The Need To Feed with manus, Bar None the Best, mecca (hip-hop, benefit), 9 p.m., $5 donation. DObrá tEa: Robert Resnik (folk), 7 p.m., Free.

ParkEr PiE CO.: Live music, 7:30 p.m., Free.

regional

MOnOPOlE: The snacks (rock), 10 p.m., Free. MOnOPOlE DOWnstairs: Gary Peacock (singersongwriter), 10 p.m., Free. tHEraPy: Therapy Thursdays with DJ NYcE (Top 40), 10:30 p.m., Free.

Franny O's: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. HalFlOungE: Half & Half comedy (standup), 8 4/29/13 3:33 PM p.m., Free. DJs Fattie B & craig mitchell (soul), 10:30

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HigHEr grOunD sHOWCasE lOungE: New Politics, Bombardier to Pilot, Dented Personalty (indie rock), 7:30 p.m., $10/12. AA. ManHattan Pizza & Pub: Hot Waxxx with Justcaus & Pen West (hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., Free. nECtar's: Trivia mania with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free. consider the source, Lucid (jam), 9 p.m., $6/8. 18+. O'briEn's irisH Pub: DJ Dominic (hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., Free.

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On taP bar & grill: Joe moore Band (blues), 7 p.m., Free.

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raDiO bEan: Dave Fugel & Friends (jazz), 6 p.m., Free. shane Hardiman Trio with Geza carr & Anthony santor (jazz), 8:30 p.m., Free. Kat Wright & the indomitable soul Band (soul), 11 p.m., $3.

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nECtar's: Happy Ending Fridays with Jay Burwick (solo acoustic), 5 p.m., Free. seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. Richard James & the Name changers, Andric severance Xtet (rock, jazz), 9 p.m., $5. On taP bar & grill: Leno, cheney & Young (acoustic rock), 5 p.m., Free. Justice (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

MOOg's PlaCE: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free.

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central

MOnOPOlE: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free.

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vEnuE: Thirsty Thursdays, 7 p.m., Free.

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MOOg's PlaCE: Alan Greenleaf & the Doctor (folk), 8 p.m., Free.

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rED squarE: Eight 02 (jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Gnarlemagne (funk), 8 p.m., $5. DJ craig mitchell (house), 11 p.m., $5. rED squarE bluE rOOM: DJ mixx (EDm), 9 p.m., $5. rubEn JaMEs: DJ cre8 (hip-hop), 10:30 p.m., Free. rí rá irisH Pub: supersounds DJ (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free. signal kitCHEn: moon Hooch (live EDm, jazz), 9 p.m., $12/15. 18+. skinny PanCakE: The Big One (indie pop, reggae), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation. snEakErs bistrO & CaFé: WW3: coln Ryan (standup), 10 p.m., $5/20. stOPligHt gallEry: WW3: son of salami, Fat History month, Happy Jawbone Family Band, Guerlla Toss (indie rock, experimental), 8:30 p.m., $5/20. WinOOski WElCOME CEntEr & gallEry: WW3: Passerine, Anders & Kendall, maryse smith, DOcTOR (indie folk), 6:30 p.m., $5/20.

central

bagitOs: sanayit Tomlinson (folk), 6 p.m., Free.

baCkstagE Pub: Trivia with the General, 6 p.m., Free. Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.

CHarliE O's: spit Jack, Pity Whores, Tsunami Bots (punk), 10 p.m., Free.

Club MEtrOnOME: No Diggity: Return to the ’90s (’90s dance party), 9 p.m., $5.

grEEn MOuntain tavErn: DJ Jonny P (Top 40), 9 p.m., $2.

HalFlOungE: 2K Deep Presents: Good Times (EDm), 10:30 p.m., Free.

WHaMMy bar: chad Hollister (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m., Free.

HigHEr grOunD sHOWCasE lOungE: Pure X (art rock), 8 p.m., $10/12. AA.

champlain valley

JP's Pub: starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. l'aMantE: Andrew Parker-Renga (singersongwriter), 9 p.m., Free. liFt: Ladies Night, 9 p.m., Free/$3. ManHattan Pizza & Pub: The Bumping Jones (jam), 9:30 p.m., Free. MarriOtt HarbOr lOungE: Dan Liptak (jazz), 8:30 p.m., Free.

On tHE risE bakEry: Northeast Field (celtic), 8 p.m., Donations. tWO brOtHErs tavErn: michele Fay Band (folk), 5 p.m., Free. Bob macKenzie Blues Band, 6 p.m., $3. Equanimity (rock), 10 p.m., $3.

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before he started making Hangover sequels? It was kind of like that. And it had no chance to win. Scribner winning would have been like an experimental drone act taking first place in a Battle of the Bands at Nectar’s. It was the wrong setting and likely the wrong crowd. But it was also the gutsiest set of the night. I have no idea if Scribner has a more conventional act, too. If not, it’s a minor miracle his wildly offbeat shtick made it through the auditions to begin with. But, as comedians from LENNY BRUCE to BILL

HICKS to DAVE CHAPPELLE have proven,

sometimes the best comedy is the stuff that makes you wince as much as laugh. Here’s hoping he stays with it and continues to push our buttons. Keep it weird, Taylor.

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Somehow, I’ve managed to blow my entire column on two subjects. So your regularly scheduled BiteTorrent briefs will appear on the 7D arts blog, Live Culture, on Wednesday, May 8. Check it out for bits on RYAN POWER, ORCHARD LOUNGE and some kid named MCCARTNEY. Also, here’s a friendly reminder that this Sunday is Mother’s Day, so don’t forget to call or send flowers. And no, being hung over from Waking Windows is no excuse, ingrates. Love you, Mom.

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as highly as my judging compatriots, apparently — did I mention I was a judge? But even so, she displayed the talent that has seen her develop into one Vermont’s best standups. And now she has the crown to prove it. Congrats on the win, Carmen. Obviously, it was Lagala’s night. But for my money, the most memorable set belonged to a comic who didn’t even make the finals. TAYLOR SCRIBNER, you wuz robbed. And it probably won’t be the last time. Scribner turned in one of the most bizarre and uncomfortable sets in battle history. It was the most unusual of the night and, to me, one of the funniest. He began by pacing the stage, breathing heavily through his nose into the mic, and mumbling vaguely but intensely about “tragedy in Syria” and how “something needs to be said.” At which point my girlfriend nervously leaned over and whispered, “Is he serious?” And that was just it. No one could tell. Was this kid about to have a psychotic breakdown onstage? It seemed like it was in play. He wasn’t. What happened next was bizarro comedy of a high order, a random and delightfully awkward mix of musical comedy and poetry — yup, poetry — that was unlike anything else in the contest. Remember when ZACH GALIFIANAKIS was super weird — y’know,

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Bee's Knees: max Weaver Band (folk), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Matterhorn: consider the source (jam), 9 p.m., $5.

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Moog's Place: The starline rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 9 p.m., free. ParKer Pie co.: celtic Acoustic session, 6 p.m., free. riMrocKs Mountain tavern: friday night frequencies with DJ rekkon (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. shooters saloon: swamp Donkey (rock), 9 p.m., free.

rí rá irish PuB: Bling cherry (rock), 10 p.m., free.

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Finnigan's PuB: Donna Thunder and the storm (country), 10 p.m., free. halFlounge: Justin Levinson (singersongwriter), 3 p.m., free. DJ Disco phantom & friends (house), 9 p.m., free.

higher ground showcase lounge: pop-up! A Queer Dance party: Drag 'n' Dance, 9 p.m., $5/8. 18+.

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Manhattan Pizza & PuB: Donna Thunder and the storm (country), 9:30 p.m., free. Marriott harBor lounge: Eight 02 (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. MonKey house: WW3: softOpening (rock), 12 p.m., $5/20. WW3: mAui!, Brenda, Waylon speed, speedy Ortiz, Blue Button, Vetica, Bandleader, Hello shark, Quiet Lion, real Livce Tigers (rock), 4 p.m., $5/20.

Bagitos: irish sessions, 2 p.m., free. michaelLouis smith Trio (World, jazz), 6 p.m., Donations. charlie o's: nuda Veritas cD release, Happy Lives, rawsome (eclectic), 10 p.m., free. tuPelo Music hall: cats under the stars (Jerry Garcia Band tribute), 7 p.m., $15.

champlain valley

city liMits: Dance party with DJ Earl (Top 40), 9 p.m., free. two Brothers tavern: sol & Kiel (folk), 6 p.m., $3. Toast (rock), 10 p.m., $3.

northern

the huB Pizzeria & PuB: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free. Moog's Place: Dave Keller Band (blues), 9 p.m., free.

regional

MonoPole: House on a spring (rock), 10 p.m., free.

nectar's: Gordon Goldsmith (solo acoustic), 7

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JP's PuB: Karaoke with megan, 10 p.m., free.

Mickey Hart Band

winoosKi united Methodist church: WW3: Alpenglow, paper castles, swale (indie), 6:30 p.m., $5/20.

central

higher ground BallrooM: The Airborne Toxic Event, Kodaline (rock), 8 p.m., $18/20. AA.

Tuesday, May 21 Higher Ground

venue: 18 & up Destination saturdays, 8 p.m., free.

church & Main restaurant: night Vision (EDm), 9 p.m., free.

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sKinny PancaKe: Velocipede (folk), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.

BacKstage PuB: Barbie-n-Bones (rock), 9:30 p.m., free.

cluB MetronoMe: retronome (’80s dance party), 10 p.m., $5. * Based on a full service program. Supplements extra.

red sQuare Blue rooM: DJ raul (salsa), 7 p.m., free. DJ stavros (EDm), 11 p.m., $5.

winoosKi welcoMe center & gallery: WW3: The Luyas, phantom Buffalo, Other comfort, parmaga, Violette ultraviolette (indie rock), 5 p.m., $5/20.

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radio Bean: Lunch poems, 12 p.m., free. Antara (folk), 5:30 p.m., free. renee & Joe (folk), 7 p.m., free. Helen Hummel (folk), 8 p.m., free. marigo farr (folk rock), 9 p.m., free. Haley Jane & the primates (folk), 10 p.m., free. michael-Louis smith Trio (jazz, world music), 11:30 p.m., free. Brainscapes with Bob Wagner and matt Hagen (experimental), 1 a.m., free.

theraPy: pulse with DJ nyce (hip-hop), 10 p.m., $5.

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Quality PenManshiP: WW3: Devil in the Woods, nuda Veritas, Ben mayock, Devil in the Woods (experimental pop), 7 p.m., $5/20.

regional

Misery loves co.: WW3: DJ Disco phantom (mashup), 10 p.m., $5/20.

[and, yup, still free.]

on taP Bar & grill: nightrain (rock), 9 p.m., free.

red sQuare: pamela means (singer-songwriter), 5 p.m., free. Wild Adriatic (rock), 8 p.m., $5. mashtodon (mashup), 11 p.m., $5.

MonoPole: The snacks (rock), 10 p.m., free.

wheeling

p.m., free. spiritual rez, Boombasnap, Wolfman conspiracy (reggae), 9 p.m., $7.

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it used to. The Austin band now interprets the letter to mean “blank,” which is an apt metaphor for their spacious, ethereal brand of art-rock. It’s easy to get lost in their vast, shimmering soundscapes, which elicit a sort of tingling euphoria. Kind of like what happens when one does ecsta … never mind. Catch them this Friday, May 10, at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge.

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“Twice in One Year” is the album’s literal and figurative centerpiece. It’s an ambitious cut with all manner of unpredictable twists and hairpin turns. Its twitchy complexities and bracing energy recall another local pop-punk outfit, the late, great In Memory of Pluto. “Idle Hands” is a smart, driving cut that might be the band’s most radio-ready. It’s followed by their least commercially viable, but perhaps best, song, “The Ostrich Syndrome.” It’s a fearsome, witty track that closes the EP with a vigorous flourish and suggests intriguing things to come from this talented young outfit. I Just Had to Get This Off My Chest by Bombardier to Pilot is available at bombardiertopilot.bandcamp.com. Bombardier to Pilot play the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington this Thursday, May 9.

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Of all the many splendored offshoots of punk rock, pop punk and its moody cousin, emo, are typically its most confessional. In the case of the latter particularly, it’s practically the entire point of the genre — as if heartache, injustice and pain came into existence only when some disillusioned teenagers started fucking around with power chords in between bouts of drying their mascara-clad eyes with Hot Topic T-shirts. But I digress. On their debut EP, the aptly named I Just Had to Get This Off My Chest, Burlington’s Bombardier to Pilot — not be confused with Seattle’s Pilot to Bombardier — generally tiptoe the line between confessional, emotional punch and whiny, self-absorbed anguish. It’s a daring high-wire act that few pop-punk bands have managed without falling to their doom. And to the group’s credit,

Bombardier to Pilot do so without a net, combining sharp musicianship with clever writing and punchy hooks. In the pop-punk diaspora, BTP exist more on the early Jimmy Eat World end of the spectrum than the Fall Out Boy side — for the latter of which, any era sucked, present rebirth included. BTP’s songs are melodic and angsty but tempered with enough grit to avoid maudlin sentimentality. It’s a neat trick, and one that serves the band well throughout the EP. “Strike Three” sets the tone early with punishing drums that propel Tony Murphy and John Donahue’s dual guitar crunch and Duncan Barchard’s soaring vocals. The song’s late-half-time breakdown, a punk and hardcore staple, is intricate, expertly led by the combo of bassist Beau Barton and drummer Ruston Fettig. It simmers with dark tension before exploding in a hooky climax. Barchard shines on the following track, “Part 1.” He has a classically snotty, pop-punk whine, aged — teenaged? — to angst-ridden perfection.

ominous, beat-based, slow-jamz production, with Kopycinski nearly rapping the song’s verses before the chorus explodes with complex, multiharmononic histrionics that exist somewhere between En Vogue and Mountain Man. The record closes on “Never,” a bouncy, percussion-centric cut that plays like a lost tUnE-yArDs outtake. If anything, multiplicity is Kopycincksi’s defining artistic trait, her own psychological complexity her greatest muse. And the brilliant, confounding Meaty Hooks furthers that notion. A mashable hodgepodge of alternately bracing and soothing styles and sounds, it strips down to the naked truth of the enigma that is Nuda Veritas, which is to say it raises as many questions as it answers. Nuda Veritas celebrates the release of Meaty Hooks with a pair of release shows this week: Thursday, May 9, at the BCA Center in Burlington; and Saturday, May 11, at Charlie O’s in Montpelier.

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structures and themes. In another, it is fearlessly experimental stuff that obliterates archetypes, only to reconstruct the rubble in some new, fuckin’ weird mold. In still another sense, it is, none of those things. And in yet another, it is all of them. Confused yet? Good. Now take the song’s second line: “Let me tell you ’bout me. / I’m obsessed with ’80s movies. / Beach and sand is my thing. / Crazy bitches and string bikinis.” Is Kopycinski being facetious? Maybe. Maybe not. As she’s already told us, she’s a profoundly serious-minded auteur. But she’s also a girly girl who, like, just wants to have fun and watch “The Goonies.” And that’s just the first half of the first song. Things get murkier, and deliciously so. “Opposites Attack” contrasts beautifully ethereal, Bjork-like vocal swoons with sleazy, bro-step beats. “L-I-V-I-N” evolves from a pretty acoustic number to borderline pop R&B, complete with a repeating sample — a choice Matthew McConaughey line from “Dazed and Confused.” “Do or Die” features still more

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rUbeN JaMeS: Why Not monday? with Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

central

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northern

fraNNy o'S: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.

CHarlie o'S: trivia Night, 8 p.m., Free.

Moog'S plaCe: seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 8 p.m., Free.

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Crossa-Nova The venerable hepcat pub All About Jazz writes that

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is, “the finest example of Brazilian jazz musicality ever heard or seen grace the musical stage.” While fans of, say, Sergio Mendes or Astrud Gilberto might quibble, the statement isn’t as hyperbolic as it seems. An elite pianist and vocalist, Elias blends the steamy soul of her native Brazil with the cosmopolitan style of her New York City home, unearthing a cross-cultural sound as sensuous as it is sophisticated. Elias performs at the Flynn MainStage on Friday, June 7, as part of the 2013 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. eliaS

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ClUb MetroNoMe: Orchard Lounge (EDm), 9 p.m., $15/20. 18+. HalfloUNge: B-sides with DJ sleezy D (deep house), 7 p.m., Free. Building Blox (EDm), 10 p.m., Free. NeCtar'S: mi Yard Reggae Night with Big Dog & Demus, 9 p.m., Free. oN tap bar & grill: andrew parker-Renga (singer-songwriter), 11 a.m., Free. radio beaN: Bohemian Blues Quartet (gypsy jazz), 11 a.m., Free. saloon sessions with Brett Hughes (country), 1 p.m., Free. trio Gusto (parisian jazz), 5 p.m., Free. stone cold (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Eli Elkus (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Nicole carey (folk), 9 p.m., Free. was ist keiner da (experimental pop), 10:30 p.m., Free. red SqUare: The Blim-Blams (rock), 7 p.m., Free.

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SigNal KitCHeN: The Listening series: mia Dyson, carolin Rose & Jer coons (singer-songwriters), 9 p.m., $10. aa.

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ClUb MetroNoMe: Electrode presents: senior Week showcase (EDm), 9 p.m., Free/$3. HalfloUNge: Family Night (rock), 10:30 p.m., Free. HigHer groUNd ballrooM: saving abel, art of Dying, Blacklite District (rock), 8 p.m., $15/20. aa. HigHer groUNd SHowCaSe loUNge: project/ Object (Frank Zappa tribute), 7:30 p.m., $17/20. aa. MaNHattaN pizza & pUb: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free. MoNKey HoUSe: The monkey House Band (rock), 8 p.m., Free. NeCtar'S: metal monday: Woe, Vaporizer, Gorcrow (metal), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.

central

bagitoS: The summit of Thieves (acoustic), 11 a.m., Donations.

oN tap bar & grill: Open mic with Wylie, 7 p.m., Free.

big piCtUre tHeater & Café: Bruce sklar trio (jazz), 11 a.m., Free.

radio beaN: Leatherbound Books (indie folk), 7:30 p.m., Free. Open mic, 9 p.m., Free.

SKiNNy paNCaKe: Velocipede (folk), 6 p.m., $5-10 donation.

red SqUare: The Bumping Jones (jam), 7 p.m., Free. mashtodon (mashup), 10 p.m., Free.

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Kat Wright

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ClUb MetroNoMe: James mccartney, Bob Wagner, Jon sandler (rock), 7 p.m., $13/15. HalfloUNge: scott mangan (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., Free. Rewind with DJ craig mitchell (retro), 10 p.m., Free. Jp'S pUb: Karaoke with morgan, 10 p.m., Free. leUNig'S biStro & Café: mike martin and Geoff Kim (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. MaNHattaN pizza & pUb: Open mic with andy Lugo, 9:30 p.m., Free. MoNKey HoUSe: Har-Di-Har (rock), 8:30 p.m., $5. 18+. NeCtar'S: What a Joke! comedy Open mic (standup), 7 p.m., Free. Honeywell (funk), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. oN tap bar & grill: chad Hollister (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. radio beaN: amanda Ruth (singer-songwriter), 5 p.m., Free. Gerhard and Julia (folk), 6 p.m., Free. matt Francis & chris page (psych-folk), 7 p.m., Free. irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free. Nicholas Losito Band (country), 11 p.m., Free. red SqUare: DJ cre8 (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. aaron Flinn (rock), 7 p.m., Free. SKiNNy paNCaKe: Josh panda and Brett Lanier (rock), 7 p.m., $5-10 donation.

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bagitoS: art Herttua and steve morabito (jazz), 6 p.m., Donations. big piCtUre tHeater & Café: aidan Lenihan & Friends (folk rock), 7:30 p.m., Free. greeN MoUNtaiN taverN: Open mic, 9 p.m., Free. wHaMMy bar: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., Free.

red SqUare: Eames Brothers Band (mountain blues), 7 p.m., Free. craig mitchell (house), 10 p.m., Free.

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City liMitS: Karaoke with Let it Rock Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free.

bagitoS: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., Free. CHarlie o'S: Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free.

51 MaiN: Blues Jam, 8 p.m., Free.

oN tHe riSe baKery: Laura Heaberlin (singersongwriter), 8 p.m., Donations.

KiSMet: Extempo (storytelling), 8 p.m., $5.

two brotHerS taverN: trivia Night, 7 p.m., Free.

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two brotHerS taverN: monster Hits Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.

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bee'S KNeeS: children's sing-along with Lesley Grant, 10 a.m., Donations. Moog'S plaCe: Jason Wedlock (singersongwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Open mic/Jam Night, 8:30 p.m., Free.

tHe HUb pizzeria & pUb: seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. Moog'S plaCe: Jon Wilson (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free. parKer pie Co.: trivia Night, 7 p.m., Free.

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Nature, Interrupted John Douglas, Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery

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urlington artist John Douglas is flirting with metaphysics after a long liaison with politics — but he isn’t going all the way. His current show of digitally manipulated images at Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne, titled “Stones &,” finds the septuagenarian artist and filmmaker focusing on what he describes as “virtual landscapes.” In some of the 21 color prints on display, rocks float in formation in cloudstreaked skies over calm seas. A row of bare, probably dead trees stands partly submerged in the foreground of other watery scenes that open onto a distant horizon. In some images the distance is lined with mountains à la the Adirondacks across Lake Champlain. In other pieces composed with a similar set of horizontals, an urban skyline rims the far shore. The buildings’ shapes are reflected in water that’s milky and placid in “The Flood,” but is an ominous, fiery pink in “Change.” The sky gives off the same flamelike glow in the latter piece, suggesting that an explosion may have just occurred. Reinforcing that reading, a pair of fighter jets streaks over the city’s towers. Gallerygoers may respond to these digitally deft compositions much as desert travelers would to the sight of a pond shimmering amid the sands. In both cases, the rational mind knows the marvel to be a mirage. But that understanding doesn’t make the illusion any less real to the eye. Douglas has clearly mastered the medium, but apparently completed this body of work only recently. A few of the prints are dated just days before the opening of his exhibit on April 19. Douglas’ range of subjects is also narrow, with several images riffing on a few templates, one of which — rocks in the sky — was made famous 60 years ago by the French surrealist René Magritte. It may be that Douglas has just begun exploring the theme of a natural world governed by alternate laws of physics. He’s no newbie, however, to manipulating images on a computer. In his hilarious “Homeland Security” series from 2004 — pieces of which were

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“Roques”

“Flood”

DOUGLAS IS LOOKING AT THE WORLD IN ELEMENTAL TERMS — ROCKS, WATER, SKY — AND ALTERING ITS NATURAL ORDER TO ACHIEVE FORMALIST EFFECTS. shown at last year’s South End Art Hop — Douglas presents multiple images of his nude self in a single, large frame, an M16 semi-automatic rifle deployed to ensure the viewer isn’t exposed to the full monty. He’s shown scurrying around trees and flashing through fields seemingly on search-and-destroy mis-

sions. In another image from this series, several Douglases stand sentinel in front of the Statehouse in Montpelier. The artist’s political, and satirical, intent is nakedly plain in “Homeland Security.” And it’s consistent with a career that includes a stint in the U.S. Army and work as an engagé filmmaker

in New York City in the 1960s. Douglas was part of the Newsreel media collective that made documentaries in support of the civil-rights movement and in opposition to the Vietnam War. That side of the artist can still be glimpsed at Furchgott Sourdiffe in the stack of cardboard notices piled on a shelf alongside the sign-in/comments book. In stenciled block lettering meant to resemble a “POSTED” sign, these warnings are headlined “NO KILLING OR ANY OTHER VIOLENCE,” and go on to specify “against any living being or bird or animal or Palestinian or Harvard graduate or black person on these premises or in fact anywhere even near this very area.” In the body of “Stones &,” political messages are transmitted far more subtly. Airborne weapons of mass destruction, commonly referred to as fighter jets, appear in a few of the images, but only in the title of one work, “0 Dark F35,” are they the center of attention. Mostly, Douglas is looking at the world in elemental terms — rocks, water, sky — and altering its natural order to achieve formalist effects. But the show still has a political agenda of sorts. Writing in the third person in an artist’s statement introducing “Stones &,” Douglas declares, “The beauty of our planet shows him the eternal possibilities of hope and evolution coexisting with the potential destruction of human life.” He goes on to posit a “planetary intelligence” that’s beyond human comprehension. “What do stones think?” Douglas wonders. “What do trees see? What does water truly reflect?” Hints to answers might be found in “Roques,” in which a group of oval stones, viewed close-up, looks like eggs hatching. Something unimaginable seems about to emerge from the cracks in their surfaces. Maybe it’s the “terrible beauty” William Butler Yeats saw being born from the ashes of Irish rebels’ failed rising in his poem “Easter, 1916.” K EV I N J . K EL L EY

“Stone &,” digital photographs by John Douglas, Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery, Shelburne. Through May 21. fsgallery.com

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receptions Jennifer Kahn: Jewelry by the Vermont artist. May 10 through 12 at nido Fabric & Yarn. Reception: Friday, May 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. info, 881-0068. alyce Jones & shelly ho: A pair of bFA thesis exhibitions: "balance," photographic and ceramic works by Jones; and "Virtual Reality," multimedia work by ho. Through May 11 at Julian scott Memorial gallery, Johnson state College. Reception: Thursday, May 9, 3-5 p.m. info, 635-1469. 'art therapy association of Vermont statehouse art exhibition': An exhibit celebrating Mental health Awareness Month. Through May 31 at statehouse Cafeteria in Montpelier. Reception: Thursday, May 9, 3-5 p.m. info, 434-4834. melissa brown bessett: "nature in Color," pastel landscapes. Through May 31 at green bean Visual Art gallery at Capitol grounds in Montpelier. Reception: saturday, May 11, 4-6 p.m. info, curator@ capitolgrounds.com. rory JacKson & ethan bond watts: oil paintings by Jackson; functional glass works by bond watts. May 10 through 31 at edgewater gallery in Middlebury. Reception: Drop in brewing serves craft brews and Aqua Vitea provides kombucha while Jackson creates an interactive painting that will go home with one reception attendee. Friday, May 10, 5-7 p.m. info, 458-0098. Vermont weaVers Guild: "water," a biennial exhibit of functional and fine-art textiles. May 11 through 26 at white River Craft Center in Randolph. Reception: saturday, May 11, 1-3 p.m. info, 827-6674. c. stuart white Jr.: hand-drawn architectural drawings by the architect who designed AVA's 2007 renovation; drawinG inVitational: works by 15 member artists; 'drawn toGether: 40 hours — 40 years!': works by participants in a nine-month drawing class. May 10 through June 7 at AVA gallery and Art Center in lebanon, n.h. Reception: Friday, May 10, 5-7 p.m. info, 603-448-3117.

talKs & eVents 'leapinG outside the box: reimaGinG photoGraphy': steven schaub talks about the changing times, and the future, of photography. Tuesday, May 14, 7-8:30 p.m., Chaffee Downtown Art Center, Rutland. info, 775-0356. middlebury arts walK: Art exhibits and other events pop up for the night in shops, restaurants and other downtown venues. Friday, May 10, 5-7 p.m., various downtown locations, Middlebury. hal mayforth: Mayforth's band, the heckhounds, perform. saturday, May 11, 9:30 p.m., Amy e. Tarrant gallery, Flynn Center, burlington. info, 652-4510. life drawinG for artists: Artists 18 and older bring their own materials and sketch, draw and paint from a live model. wednesday, May 8, 6-9 p.m., Vermont institute of Contemporary Arts, Chester. info, 875-1018.

life-drawinG session: Artists practice their painting and drawing techniques with a live model. Reservations encouraged. wednesday, May 8, 6-9 p.m.; sunday, May 12, 2-5 p.m.; wednesday, May 15, 6-9 p.m., black horse Fine Art supply, burlington. info, 860-4972. "bash (biG arty spa happeninG)": The Mellow Yellow band performs while art lovers eat, drink and bid on silent-auction items to benefit spA programs. A cash bar pours wines from grand View winery. Friday, May 10, 7-9 p.m., studio place Arts, barre. info, 479-7069. open house: students from the burlington College woodworking program and the immersion program display the work they've completed over the semester. wednesday, May 8, 6 p.m., Vermont woodworking school, Fairfax. info, 849-2013. needle feltinG worKshop: beginners learn basic technique and design and complete a felt "painting"

bread and puppet: "Mud season & Mud Monument," black-and-white paintings that represent both seasonal and political mud, including monuments to torture and massacre whistleblowers. Through May 19 at ArtsRiot gallery in burlington. info, 203-788-0909.

Johanne durocher yordan: Art Affair by shearer presents paintings and mixed-media works by the Vermont artist. Through June 30 at shearer Chevrolet in south burlington. Reception: Friday, May 10, 6-8 p.m. info, 658-1111.

creatiVe competition no. 20: Artworks submitted by local artists in a variety of media are up for viewers' choice award and for sale. Through May 31 at Rl photo in burlington. info, publicartschool@ gmail.com.

'artists from Vermont's northeast KinGdom': An exhibit funded through a grant from the northeast Kingdom Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation. Through May 31 at gRACe in hardwick. Reception: Friday, May 10, 5-7 p.m. info, 472-6857.

eric tore: A painting of a hawaiian seascape from the featured artist in a group show. Through May 31 at black horse Fine Art supply in burlington. info, 862-4972.

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alyson wall: "Transportation stories of burlington's bikers and walkers," photographic portraits accompanied by transcribed interviews. Through May 31 at north end studio A in burlington. info, 863-6713.

ashley roarK: "Coping with Reality," collages made from vintage paper that features muted tones, textures and typography. Through May 31 at s.p.A.C.e. gallery in burlington. info, spacegalleryvt. com. benJamin peberdy: "Caution!" collage work by the Vermont artist. Through May 31 at backspace gallery in burlington. info, spacegalleryvt.com.

'hiGh trash': Artworks from 18 contemporary artists using discarded materials address themes of waste, environment and consumerism in the age of climate change; 'oceanic art and the performance of life': intricately crafted objects, including masks, textiles and weaponry, from indigenous cultures of the pacific islands. Through May 24 at Fleming Museum, uVM, in burlington. info, 656-0750.

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Johanne durocher yordan: Dreamy abstract paintings by the Vermont artist. Curated by seAbA. Through May 31 at VCAM studio in burlington. info, 859-9222. John douGlas: "stones &," digital prints of virtual landscapes by the documentary filmmaker, animator and Army veteran. Through May 21 at Furchgott sourdiffe gallery in shelburne. info, 985-3848.

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Judith tuttle & robert huntoon: "waterscapes," pastel and oil paintings, respectively, by the Vermont artists. Through May 30 at shelburne Vineyard. info, 985-8222.

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Katra Kindar: "les bicyclettes de paris," paintings. Through May 31 at Village wine and Coffee in shelburne. info, 985-1014. Kim bombard: still-life paintings by the Vermont artist. Through July 27 at left bank home & garden in burlington. info, 862-1001. 'larGer than life: quilts by Velda newman': Contemporary fiber art; 'trail blazers: horsepowered Vehicles': An exhibit that explores connections between 19th-century carriages and today’s automotive culture; 'oGden pleissner, landscape painter': watercolor sketches and finished paintings. May 12 through october 31 at shelburne Museum. info, 985-3346. lin warren: "Road Trip: Arc ideologies," a multimedia installation exploring the form of an arc. Through May 29 at Flynndog in burlington. info, 777-6100.

Celebrate Spring! Opening-day festival with activities for visitors of all ages. Tour gardens, plant flowers, go on a scavenger hunt. Mother’s Day doll tea party and over 400 lilacs! Vermont residents: $11 admission; children $5 www.shelburnemuseum.org spring fest is a family day sponsored by :

lorraine reynolds: "Apparitional experience," large-format color photographs of decay and abandonment that serve as documentation of what was. Through May 31 at Vintage inspired in burlington. info, 355-5418. molly bosley: Collage work and paper cutouts. Through May 31 at speaking Volumes in burlington. info, 540-0107. pamela J. murphy: Recent mixed-media works. Through May 31 at Artspace 106 at the Men's Room in burlington. info, 864-2088. pete quinn: Cartoon-style drawings and paintings. Through June 3 at Magic hat brewing Company in south burlington. info, 658-2739. robert waldo brunelle Jr.: Acrylic paintings of cityscapes, blue-collar culture and gumball machines. Through June 30 at Vintage Jewelers in burlington. info, 862-2233. buRlingTon-AReA shows

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'it came from space!': space-themed artwork displayed as part of a 50/50 fundraiser to offset the cost of building artist studios for the new satellite Arts space. Through May 31 at studio 266 in burlington. info, 578-2512.

print studio sale: Artist Davis Te selle sells his framed prints, original glass drawings and other artworks. saturday and sunday, May 11-12, 1 - 5 p.m., 30 Convent square, burlington. info, 651-9345.

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anne-marie littenberG: "up Close at home," photographs of the artist's domestic landscape, featuring spools of thread, eggs from the fridge and a closet full of old typewriters. Through May 31 at brickels gallery in burlington. info, 578-3164.

hal mayforth: "subversive in his own little way," watercolors, abstract acrylics, word paintings, grid paintings and humorous paintings that originated in the artist's sketchbooks. Through May 11 at Amy e. Tarrant gallery, Flynn Center, in burlington. info, 652-4510.

pechaKucha niGht, Vol. 10: Artists, businesspeople and community members share ideas through rapid-fire slide-show presentations. Friday, May 10, 6 p.m., Fleming Museum, uVM, burlington. info, 656-2090.

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Group show: works by Marc Awodey, Carolyn enz hack, paige berg Rizvi, Ruth hamilton, will patlove, Che schreiner, David powell and ethan Azarian. Curated by seAbA. Through May 31 at the innovation Center of Vermont in burlington. info, 859-9222.

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mp landis: live music by the green Mountain Celts; screening of the short film "wordspeak" by R. baird. Through June 6 at ZoneThree gallery in Middlebury. Reception: Friday, May 10, 5-7 p.m. info, 989-9992.

champlain colleGe mfa in emerGent media 2013: eleven diverse thesis projects that explore the crossroads of art, innovation and technology; Jacques burKe: works made from ink, watercolors, acrylics, spray paint, cut-outs and an occasional metal slurpy straw. Through May 31 at seAbA Center in burlington. info, 859-9222.

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RogeR Coleman: "paintings That Fit Rightly into space," old, middle and new works. Through May 10 at penny Cluse Café in burlington. info, 658-1081. RogeR Coleman: paintings by the Vermont artist. Through May 31 at Metropolitan gallery, burlington City hall. info, 865-7166. SaChie Kohlman: pet portraits on paper. Through May 31 at Firebird Café in essex Junction. info, 310-0458. 'Student WoRK; legaCy of a teaCheR': original works by Vermont woodworking school students Alicia Dietz, Ryan Moore, Tim peters, John Martineau, Tyler gebhardt, ben Deleiris and wesley Alsbrooks. in memory of Vws instructor Robert Fletcher. Through May 31 at Frog hollow in burlington. info, 863-6458. 'the Road leSS tRaveled': The 13th annual Rock point school student art show. Through May 24 at Rose street Co-op gallery in burlington. info, 863-1104. 'the WoRKeRS aRe Revolting': Artwork by Red square employees. Through May 31 at Red square in burlington. info, 318-2438. todd R. loCKWood: "one Degree of separation," black-and-white photographic portraits, 1975-2012. Through July 15 at Freeman hall Conference Room, Champlain College, in burlington. info, 860-2733. 'tRiCK of the eye': photographs that recalibrate reality by Jack long, Alexey Krupin, Anick Morel, eric A. bailey, Frank Machalowski, Andrew Kufahl, boris Kotlyar and Carl Rubino. Through May 26 at Darkroom gallery in essex Junction. info, 777-3686. 'uSeR RequiRed': experiential, customizable and locally made projects that blur the distinction between science, technology and art. Through May 18 at bCA Center in burlington. info, 865-7166.

Kim Bombard After all those muddy April showers, Burlington artist

Kim Bombard delivers some striking May flowers. Her paintings of brilliant florals

evoke the sun-kissed radiance of a summer afternoon. Drawing upon a rich palette of reds, pinks and yellows, Bombard brings vibrancy to the still-life genre. The series, which features large, playful poppies and other seasonal blossoms, is on view at Left Bank Home & Garden in Burlington through July 27. Pictured: “Poppies.”

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veRmont Photo gRouP SPRing exhibtion: eight photographers contribute work, from landscapes to portraits of lake superior Chippewa band Dancers. Through May 30 at Mirabelles in burlington. info, 434-5503. Wendy JameS: photographic illusions and vivid paintings by the local artist. Curated by seAbA. Through May 31 at speeder & earl's (pine street) in burlington. info, 859-9222. WilloW baSCom: Colorful illustrations of animals. Curated by seAbA. Through May 31 at pine street Deli in burlington. info, 859-9222.

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annie PaRham: “Aquarian Visions: An exploration of watercolor and imagination,” paintings by the art student. Through May 31 at Feick Fine Arts Center, green Mountain College, in poultney. info, 287-8398.

'aRt of CReative aging': The 4th annual juried exhibit of work by artists 70 and older living in washington, orange and lamoille counties. presented by Central Vermont Council on Aging; yvonne StRauS: "playful Moments in Color," watercolor and acrylic folk art, in the Children's library. Through May 31 at Kellogg-hubbard library in Montpelier. info, 476-2681. Cindy gRiffith: "seasons in Transition," paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 30 at Red hen bakery & Café in Middlesex. info, 229-4326. 'CoSmiC SCaleS': Area fifth and sixth graders explore perception and perspective with their artwork. Through May 14 at ArtisTree Community Arts Center & gallery in woodstock. info, 457-3500. Cynthia CRaWfoRd: "Close To home: upper Valley inspirations, a Journey Through nature’s wonders," wildlife photos and paintings. Through June 30 at Vins nature Center in Quechee. info, 359-5001. david Smith: paintings that attempt to capture the elusive presence of light. Through May 31 at Central Vermont Medical Center in barre. info, cvmc.org/art-gallery. elinoR Randall: Monoprints that celebrate the life and work of Molly Keane, a 20th-century Anglo-irish playwright and novelist. Through May 31 at Two Rivers printmaking studio in white River Junction. info, 295-5901. elizabeth fRam: "Reading between the lines," textile collages that blend diverse materials with varying techniques. Through May 10 at seminary Art Center in waterbury Center. info, 253-8790. fRed CaRty: "picture show: As seen Through My eyes," photography by the Vermont artist. Through May 31 at Tunbridge public library. info, 889-9404. giSele mChaRg: Fiber artworks that incorporate images from prehistory through samplings of impressionism. Through May 24 at bAle Community space in south Royalton. info, 498-8438. 'give uS youR beSt!': work in a variety of media by area artists of all ages. Through May 19 at Chandler gallery in Randolph. info, 431-0204. glen CobuRn hutCheSon: paintings, drawings and sculpture by the Montpelier artist. Visitors are invited to drop by Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m., and be the subject of a "talking portrait," a life-size pencil drawing. Through July 31 at storefront studio gallery in Montpelier. info, 839-5349. gueSt aRtiSt ShoW: work by ceramic sculptor sande French-stockwell, kinetic sculptor patty sgrecci and jeweler lochlin smith. Through June 30 at Collective — the Art of Craft in woodstock. info, 457-1298. haRRiet Wood: "inner Doors," abstract paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 27 at Vermont supreme Court lobby in Montpelier. info, harrietpwood@gmail.com.

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call To arTisTs seeking arTisTs & crafTsPeoPle: Burlington City Arts is issuing a request for proposals from artists and craftspeople for two art bike racks for downtown Burlington. Deadline: May 13. See burlingtoncityarts. org/Art_In_Public_Places/ for details and to download the RFP. ‘arTisTic insigHTs’: Become a member and show your work at the Soda Plant for the inaugural members exhibit, “Artistic Insights,” and then gain free entry for our large Art Hop exhibit, “Represent!” Many other benefits included. Deadline: May 31. Info, spacegalleryvt.com. ‘wall To canvas’: “Wall to Canvas” is seeking 12 street-style artists who use wheat pasting, stencils, collage, spray painting, markers and the like to create unique pieces of art for a live art competition at the Magic Hat Artifactory on Saturday, August 24. Cash prize and live auction. Deadline: July 31. Must be 18 or older. Application at magichat.net/walltocanvas. coMics clUb firsT MeeTing: A new group for Burlingtonarea doodlers, zinesters, web-comic and sequential

artists and graphic novelists. Meeting: May 14, 6-8 p.m., at ArtsRiot. Info, facebook.com/ groups/comicsclubbtv, info@ ionafoxcomics.com. ariTsTs wHo love birds: We are seeking artists who would like to display their bird-themed art at BirdFest this year on Saturday, June 1, at the North Branch Nature Center in Montpelier. Info, northbranchnaturecenter. org/birdfest.html, or call Amy, 226-6206. seeking arTisTs and crafT Persons: Burlington City Arts is issuing a request for proposals from artists and craft persons for two art bike racks for downtown Burlington. Deadline: May 13. Info, burlingtoncityarts.org/ Art_In_Public_Places/. UnboUnd, vol. iii: ArtisTree Gallery seeks entries for its 3rd annual exhibit of book arts and art inspired by books. Cash Prizes. Info, artistreevt.org/ unbound-entry/. call for PHoTos: “In Bloom,” flower among flowers, soft bud swooning, opening her lovely petals, bursting forth with life. Deadline: May 29. Jurors: Mark & Kristen Sink. Info, darkroomgallery. com/ex44/. annUal MeMbers’ sHow: The Carving Studio and

Sculpture Center announces its “Annual Members’ Show,” May 18 through June 30. All members of the nonprofit arts-education organization have the opportunity to show their work in this popular exhibition. Reception: May 18, 5-7 p.m. Space in the exhibit is limited. Deadline: May 10. Membership must be current to exhibit. Info, 438-2097, info@carvingstudio.org. oUTdoor arT day: Calling area artists, artisans and crafters for a fun day creating art outdoors, May 18. All ages, skill levels and media welcome. Bring friends, your own supplies and set up at designated sites. Registration: 8 a.m., at the Milton Grange. Reception: 3-5 p.m. Sponsor: Milton Artists’ Guild. Preregister: cherrystreetstudio@ yahoo.com.

Jennifer skinder: Abstract drawings and monotypes influenced by the artist's background in ceramics. Through May 30 at Skinny Pancake in Montpelier. Info, 262-2253.

PHilliP roberTson: Landscape block prints. Through May 31 at the Drawing Board in Montpelier. Info, 223-2902.

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roberT HiTzig: "Hard Line, Soft Color," painted wood sculptures by the Vermont artist. Through June 28 at Governor's Office Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749.

liT Tyler: "Memories of an Unconscious Nothing," artwork by VTC's director of institutional research. Through May 31 at Hartness Gallery, Vermont Technical College, in Randolph Center. Info, 728-1237.

'THe naTUre of THings': A multimedia installation created by Thea Alvin, Khara Ledonne, Forrest White, Robyn Alvin, Gowri Savoor and Bruce Hathaway. Through May 11 at Goddard Art Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 322-1685.

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'THe MysTerioUs Mind': Works by Fran Bull, Nina Benedetto, Joan Curtis, Thomas McGraw and Mareva Millarc. Through June 23 at Vermont Institute of Contemporary Arts in Chester. Info, 875-1018.

PechaKucha Night returns to Burlington on Friday, May 10. Join us for our 10th Volume when a broad range of participants gather to present their designs, projects, thoughts, and ideas at a fun, informal, and fast-paced gathering. Scheduled to appear at this installment of PKN are:

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'Plowing old groUnd: verMonT's organic farMing Pioneers': Black-and-white documentary photographs by John Nopper, along with narratives collected in oral histories by agricultural writer Susan Harlow. Through June 1 at Vermont History Museum in Montpelier. Info, 479-8519.

'ligHT & sPace': Work by printmakers Sabra Field and Dan O’Donnell, fiber artist Karen Madden and sculptor Pat Musick. Through May 10 at the Great Hall in Springfield. Info, 885-3061.

Mareva Millarc: "Expressions," abstract paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 7 at Festival Gallery in Waitsfield. Info, 496-6682.

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'MasTerworks': Sculpture and prints by the Vermont artist Hugh Townley exhibited alongside a portion of his personal collection, including works by Eugene Atget, Harry Callahan, Salvador Dalí, Jean Dubuffet, Marcel Duchamp, Aaron Siskind, H.C. Westermann and Ossip Zadkine. Through July 28 at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Info, 767-9670.

lark UPson & gayle Hanson: "Portraits and Poems," paintings by Upson, a former furniture maker, exhibited alongside Hanson's words. Through May 24 at Jacquith Public Library in Marshfield. Info, 426-3581.

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oPen groUP sHow aT “creaTive coMP” First Friday of every month. $8 entry fee; limit one per artist. No rules; any size/ media/subject. Entries accepted Wednesday through first Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Opening reception on first Fridays, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. People’s choice winner gets cash prize. Exhibit up for the month. Location: Root Gallery at RL Photo, 27 Sears Lane, Burlington. For info, call 540-3081 or email publicartschool@gmail.com.

'How PeoPle Make THings': In a hands-on exhibit inspired by "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," visitors can make objects using four manufacturing processes: molding, cutting, deforming and assembly. Lab coats and safety glasses available! Through June 2 at Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich. Info, 649-2200.

Jenny lynn Hall: "Oceana," fresco panels inspired by the texture and colors of the sea. Through May 31 at Scavenger Gallery in White River Junction. Info, 295-0808.

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into them after a long day at pasture. Poultney photographer Alan Nyiri captures the humble majesty of the structure in his show “The Vermont Barn,” at Castleton State College’s Christine Price Gallery through May 18. “Ultimately, the best way that I can preserve our heritage is to photograph these barns as they stand, and transform them Sheila R. Glaess, MD, Ob/Gyn

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'These honored dead: PrivaTe and naTional CommemoraTion': An exhibit that tells the stories of Norwich alumni from both sides of the Civil War, focusing on the military draft, prisons and mourning rituals; 'UsefUl and eleganT aCComPlishmenTs': Landscape drawings by 19th-century Norwich University alumni and their contemporaries. Through December 20 at Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University, in Northfield. Info, 485-2183. 'Two by Two': Artwork that explores related objects, double portraits, diptychs and artist collaborations, in the Main Floor Gallery; silenT aUCTion: Proceeds from sales in the Second Floor Gallery benefit SPA programs; bidding ends at the BASH; Jason galligan-baldwin & Jenna ann Kelly: "Specimens" by Galligan-Baldwin; "BabyProof" by Kelly, in the Third Floor Gallery. Through May 25 at Studio Place Arts in Barre. Info, 479-7069.

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alan nyiri: "The Vermont Barn," large-scale photographs. Through May 18 at Christine Price Gallery, Castleton State College. Info, 468-6052. annUal sTUdenT arT show: Works by young artists. Through May 26 at Chaffee Art Center in Rutland. Info, 775-0356. CasTleTon faCUlTy show: Works in a variety of media by 13 college art faculty. Through May 11 at Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland. Info, 468-1266. 'disCovering CommUniTy: showCase of sTUdenT worK': Documentary films, photography, audio “vox pops” and oral-history interviews produced by students during classes and after-school programs. Through June 8 at Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury. Info, 388-4964. 'JUsT folKs!': Work in a variety of media by community members of all ages. Through May 16 at Art on Main in Bristol. Info, 453-4032.

'Unraveling and TUrning: a ClimaTe Change arT exhibiT': Work that addresses changing behaviors and transforming systems, explores the nature of loss and the root causes of climate change, and re-imagines our collective future. May 15 through June 16 at Goddard Art Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 598-4819.

'naTUre Transformed: edward bUrTynsKy’s vermonT QUarry PhoTograPhs in ConTexT': Iconic photographs exhibited within the context of the geological and social history of the area, including the Italian immigrant stoneworkers in the granite quarries near Barre. Through June 9 at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Info, 443-3168.

walT hazelTon & brUCe marshall: "Generous Spirits," pottery, basketry and furniture by Hazelton; found-object sculptures and paintings by Marshall. Through June 15 at Nuance Gallery in Windsor. Info, 674-9616.

PaTTy sgreCCi & lyn dUmoUlin: "Nature Reflected ... Water, Line and Form," kinetic sculptures by Sgrecci, watercolor landscapes by DuMoulin. Through July 2 at Brandon Artists Guild. Info, 247-4956.

'we are here.': Photographs by eight women from Melanie Webb's VSA Vermont digital photography class. Through May 31 at Plainfield Community Center. Info, 655-4606.

rUTh hamilTon: "A Sense of Place," wildlife and landscape paintings by the Poultney artist. Through June 8 at Brandon Music. Info, 465-4071.

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Carolyn Guest: "Springtime in the Kingdom, Cut with Sheep Shears," two- and three-dimensonal paper cutouts depicting local wildflowers, barns and domestic animals. Through June 13 at Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury. Info, 748-0158. Clark Derbes & sarah horne: In concurrent solo shows, "Time Travelers" and "Lines in Winter," respectively, the artists show shape-shifting, painted-wood sculptures, and energetic graphite and charcoal drawings. Through May 15 at West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park in Stowe. Info, 253-8943.

Jennifer buCkner: Pottery and glasswork by the South Hero artist. Through May 31 at Island Arts South Hero Gallery. Info, 372-8889. kent shaw: Photographs. Through May 13 at Parker Pie Co. in West Glover. Info, 525-3366. 'labor of love': Created by Vermont Works for Women with the Vermont Folklife Center, the touring exhibit features 25 photographs of women with various occupations. Through May 31 at GRACE in Hardwick. Info, 655-8922. May featureD artists: Works by photographer David Juaire, painter Genie Rybicki-Jukins and quilter/weaver Susan Smolinsky. Through May 31 at Artist in Residence Cooperative Gallery in Enosburg Falls. Info, 933-6403. Peter frieD: "Looking at Landscape," paintings and drawings informed by the 19thcentury realist and plein-air traditions of Europe and North America; aleJanDro anGio: "New Sumi-e Paintings," works by the Argentina-born artist. Through May 13 at River Arts Center in Morrisville. Info, 888-1261. stuDent art show 2013: Work by area middle- and high-school students. Through May 26 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-8358. 'travels with alDen': The gallery celebrates what would have been the 100th birthday of its founder, Alden Bryan, with an exhibition of his plein-air works painted in 26 countries over 60 years. Through September 2 at Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. Info, 644-5100.

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vanessa CoMPton: "Not All Who Wander Are Lost," mixedmedia collages inspired by a life on the road and the myths of the American West. Through June 2 at Claire's Restaurant & Bar in Hardwick. Info, 472-7053.

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Phillip Robertson Phillip Robertson recreates the distinct an evocative series of block prints. A longtime resident of the Green Mountain State, the artist currently teaches at the Vermont College of Fine Arts and the Community College of Vermont, where he and printmaking. “I use imagination and memory to look beyond realism to make a statement about the pastoral landscape tradition in the 21st century,” writes Robertson in an artist statement. His prints are exhibited at the Drawing Board “August.”

'Peru: kinGDoMs of the sun anD the Moon — iDentities anD Conquest in the anCient, Colonial anD MoDern eras': A collection of pre-Columbian treasures and masterpieces, many of which have never been seen outside Peru. Through June 16 at Montréal Museum of Fine Arts. Info, 514-285-1600. 'the woMen of shin hanGa: the JuDith anD JosePh barker ColleCtion of JaPanese Prints': Nearly 100 prints showcasing two centuries of Japanese print designers' engagement with female subjects. Through July 28 at Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. Info, 603-646-2095. m

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Deborah frankel reese: "Yellow and Blue: From Here to There," oil paintings of forsythia and ocean views from Nantucket and Barnegat Light, N.J. Through May 15 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. Info, 765-4679.

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ACT OF WAR O’Dowd’s a hoot and a half as the manager of an Aboriginal girl group entertaining the troops in Vietnam.

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poiler alert: The Sapphires is likable as hell but so formulaic you’ll swear you’ve already seen it. The heart-tugging, toe-tapping saga of an Aboriginal girl group overcoming obstacles and becoming a soul sensation for a brief moment in the ’60s really has only one surprise, and I found it enormously refreshing. Namely (and here’s the spoiler), the Sapphires work hard, triumph over terrible racism and become a first-rate R&B act, but they do not rise to fame. They fizzle. They fade into obscurity. That happens in real life all the time, but it never happens in the movies. Perhaps that’s not actually a spoiler, since, before this film, you’d probably never heard of the Sapphires — who really existed. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Based on a 2004 play by Tony Briggs, son of one of the real Sapphires, the picture is the feature debut from Aborigine director Wayne Blair. Adapted for the screen by Briggs and Keith Thompson, it’s by-the-numbers in every sense of the word. It tracks a tried-and-true sort of triumph while featuring renditions of classic soul songs so bursting with energy and joy you won’t care that the originality meter is leaning on empty. It’d be a classic rags-to-riches story if anybody got rich — but I don’t believe $30 a

week qualifies, even when adjusted for inflation. That’s the jackpot the U.S. military offered for a musical act willing to brave the dangers of Vietnam to entertain the troops. In the film’s opening moments, fate brings together an itinerant Irish promoter (Chris O’Dowd) and a group of young singers competing in a talent contest in a corner of the outback. He knows they have what it takes to go places. They want to be any place else. The movie reminds us that Australia was even more racist than the States at the time. Lightskinned black children could be stolen from their homes and raised as whites. Which might seem like a horrible thing to do to a person, until you realize that, until 1967, native Australians weren’t even classified as people by the government. They were considered “flora or fauna.” Next to an environment like that, ’Nam might look downright inviting. You don’t need me to tell you what happens. You’ve seen Dreamgirls, Sparkle, The Commitments and The Five Heartbeats. (OK, maybe not The Five Heartbeats.) With the help of O’Dowd’s Dave Lovelace, the four young women (Deborah Mailman, Jessica Mauboy, Miranda Tapsell and Shari Sebbens) get a master’s in Motown and a make-

REVIEWS over that includes go-go boots, shimmery mini-dresses and, of course, bouffants. There isn’t a plot point we don’t see coming, and character development is nonexistent, but I doubt another tour of duty has ever proved to be such film fun. All four singers are enormously charismatic, and each deserves a medal for reminding us why tunes such as “Who’s Lovin’ You,” “I Can’t Help Myself” and “I’ll Take You There” are timeless. The picture’s other chief charm is O’Dowd. The Bridesmaids and This Is 40 actor may give the impression of being an overnight success, but he has, in fact, been bouncing around TV and films for 10 years,

just recently hitting his comic stride. I contend that, with two or three deceptively inventive performances, he’s made himself an indispensable component of contemporary comedy. Normally, I’d razz a film “based on a true story” for fudging the facts as blatantly as The Sapphires does, but not this time. In real life, there was no Dave Lovelace. No heavydrinking Irish hustler, no R&B Svengali. To work O’Dowd into it, the creators of the movie had to lie to us, and the truth is, I’m glad they did. The picture never would have hit the comic high notes it does otherwise. Like I said: The dude is indispensable. RI C K KI S O N AK

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an movies be programmed to be hits? A May 5 New York Times article profiles Vinny Bruzzese, a statistician who offers his consulting services to Hollywood and claims that yes, they can. Using past movies as points of comparison, Bruzzese might, for instance, advise screenwriters to nix a scene in a bowling alley, because such scenes “tend to pop up in films that fizzle” (sorry, The Big Lebowski). Or he might point out that audiences have historically preferred “guardian” superheroes to “cursed” superheroes. As far as I know, Bruzzese wasn’t involved in the scripting of Iron Man 3. But his method epitomizes the way studios turn freshness into formula, a process that’s painfully clear in Marvel’s Iron Man series. Back in 2008, it’s doubtful any statistician would have endorsed a superhero flick with a star who was known mainly for manic, improv-fueled performances and drug-related misbehavior. Never mind that the superhero himself was an arrogant, alcoholic weapons tycoon. But audiences fell in love with Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, and with good reason — he was a funny, relatable, messedup guy who just happened to fly around in a near-invulnerable metal suit. A snark machine and a tinkerer, he was the perfect superhero for the internet era. The formula that worked then still works. Iron Man 3 is a perfectly OK superhero mov-

HONEY, ARE YOU HOME? Paltrow finds herself interacting more with the suit than with the man in Black’s three-quel.

ie, with epic action and smart comedy. (Director and cowriter Shane Black, who wrote Lethal Weapon, knows his way around both genres.) But the elements that were once daring are starting to feel statistically approved — and tired. Take the setup, which recalls The Incredibles. By slighting his biggest, dweebiest fan, we’re shown in a prologue set in 1999, Stark inadvertently created his latest nemesis. That’s Aldrich Killian (Guy Pearce), a

biotech entrepreneur who may be linked to an international spate of bombings by a theatrical terrorist known as the Mandarin (Ben Kingsley). The unctuous Killian also attempts to come between Stark and his girl, Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow), who are having relationship issues. Suffering from PTSD after the events of The Avengers, Stark takes refuge in his fleet of armored suits when Pepper would rather be cuddling a human being.

This angsty subplot comes to a head when Stark’s hubris inspires him to do something stupid. The fallout relieves our hero of most of his shiny toys and puts him firmly on a (statistically approved) redemption arc. All this makes sense in character terms, and it’s a thrill ride, but it’s also supremely predictable. (Only one twist feels fresh, largely because of Kingsley’s talent.) When Stark finds himself stranded in flyover country, for instance, it’s hard not to groan when his savior is a plucky preteen (Ty Simpkins). Bruzzese could tell you that kids plus metal men equal big box office (remember Real Steel?). Of course, since this is Iron Man, Stark ribs the kid mercilessly. Their hard-edged banter is a welcome deviation from the Disney formula, but standard for this series — and it, too, gets tiring over the long haul. The movie encourages us to feel like jaded, irreverent hipster-millionaires when we laugh at Stark’s wit, and then to respond like kids on a sugar high whenever something smashes or explodes. It’s a weird combination of higher-brain and lower-brain wish fulfillments — and, the more movies that formula generates, the more calculating and unsavory it feels. Iron Man was a breath of fresh air; now the series desperately needs one. All Hollywood formulas started out as gambles that paid off big time. But if we let the statisticians run things, we might soon find those innovations in short supply. MARGO T HARRI S O N

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pArAmouNt twiN ciNEmA 241 North Main St., Barre, 4799621, fgbtheaters.com

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A teller at a Washington, D.C., bank failed to comply with a robber’s demands because she didn’t understand them. The holdup note read simply “100s 50s 20s 10s.” Authorities said the teller handed the note back to the robber, who added “all mona.” Still not comprehending, she told him to leave. Three blocks away, the robber entered a second bank, where the teller was equally confused, until the man announced he wanted “what’s on that,” referring to the note. “Oh my God, are we getting robbed?” the teller said and alerted security, causing the man to flee. Police arrested suspect Maurice Fearwell, 20, a block away. (The Washington Post) Marius Ionescue, 31, was burglarizing a home in Benesti, Romania, when he heard a noise. Fearing it might be another thief, he hid and called police. Officers showed up, searched the house and found no one but Ionescue, whom they arrested. The noise he heard, police official Mihaela Straub said, “was probably just the family cat.” (UK’s Metro)

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Objecting to the bipartisan immigration bill, U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Texas, declared that radical Islamists infiltrating the United States “are trained to act Hispanic.” (CSPAN)

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After losing $300 trying to win an Xbox Kinect at a carnival ball-toss game in Manchester, N.H., Henry Gribbohm, 30, went home, returned with his $2300 life savings and lost that as well. “You just get caught up in the whole ‘I’ve got to win my money back,’” he explained after complaining to police. (Boston’s WBZ-TV)

Duck and Cover

Minnesota’s Rocori School District, where two students were shot to death in 2003, spent $25,000 for 200 bulletproof whiteboards, which their manufacturer, Maryland-based Hardwire, claims are stronger than police-issued bulletproof vests. “The company is making these in response to the Newtown shooting, and has been making similar products for our soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan,” Rocori school board Chairwoman Nadine Schnettler said, noting the boards “will be an additional layer of protection” for students and teachers. Cold Spring-Richmond Police Chief Phil Jones demonstrated the effectiveness of the 18-by-20-inch whiteboards by kicking one, stabbing it with a knife and whacking it with a police baton, all without penetrating it, although he didn’t fire his gun at the whiteboard. (NPR and Minnesota’s KARE-TV)

Fair Game

accused Arcangelo Bianco Jr., 40, of “firing multiple rounds” from a handgun at a white-tailed deer he spotted in a Walmart parking lot in Burrell Township. After killing the animal, Bianco loaded it into his pickup truck and took it to a meat processor. “Obviously we can’t have someone running through a Walmart parking lot shooting at a deer,” wildlife conservation officer Jack Lucas said, adding, “It was the nicest buck I’ve seen taken in Indiana County in a couple of years.” (The Indiana Gazette)

Slightest Provocation

William Hotz, 59, punched a 55-yearold ice cream cashier several times in the face, according to police in Nassau County, N.Y., because she wouldn’t accept his expired coupon for a free ice cream cone. (Fox News) Police accused David Anthony Smith, 38, of pouring gasoline on his 60-yearold father and setting him on fire at their Oklahoma City home after the father asked the son to turn down the music on his stereo. (The Oklahoman)

Good Riddance

Two days after the Mars One project announced it was looking for volunteers to go on a one-way mission to Mars, more than 33,000 people from around the world had applied. (Canada’s QMI Agency)

It Happens

After his dog ate five $100 bills, Wayne Klinkel said he washed pieces that he recovered from the dog’s poop and took them to several banks, asking for new bills to replace the destroyed ones. The banks refused but advised him to send the evidence to the Treasury Department’s Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which requires at least 51 percent of a bill to be eligible for reimbursement. “Each case is carefully examined by an experienced mutilated currency examiner,” the bureau’s website explains, noting the verification process could take as long as two years. (Helena’s Independent Record) Having failed to reduce sewage spillover into the Potomac and Anacostia rivers during rainstorms, the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) announced it would try a new tactic: digging a tunnel beneath the rivers for the runoff. It unveiled a 400-foot-long, 1323-ton boring machine that will drill a 12.8-mile tunnel at a depth of about 100 feet to serve as a holding tank during storms. After the storms subside, the rain-sewage mixture will be released to the city’s wastewater treatment plant. DC Water officials named the tunnel-boring machine “Lady Bird,” after former first lady Claudia Alta “Lady Bird” Johnson. (The Washington Post)

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gemiNi (May 21-June 20): “I need not sell my soul to buy bliss,” says a character in Charlotte bronte’s 19th-century novel Jane Eyre. “I have an inward treasure born with me, which can keep me alive if all extraneous delights should be withheld, or offered only at a price I cannot afford to give.” This would be a great speech for you to memorize and periodically recite in the next two weeks. Do it in front of your mirror at least once a day to remind yourself of how amazingly resourceful you are. It will also help you resist the temptation to seek gifts from people who can’t or won’t give them to you.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You may have only a dim idea about how your smartphone and computer work, but that doesn’t prevent you from using their many wonderful features. While you’re swimming, you know almost nothing about the physiological processes that are active inside you, and yet you have no problem making all the necessary movements. In that spirit, I’m not worried about whether or not you will grasp the deep inner meaning of events that will be unfolding in the coming week. Complete understanding isn’t absolutely necessary. All you need to do is trust your intuition to lead you in the direction of what’s interesting and educational.

aRies (March 21-April 19): The tarahumara

adventure you’ve been postponing forever because it hasn’t been convenient? How about an intriguing possibility you have always wanted to experiment with but have consistently denied yourself? or what about that nagging mystery you’ve been wishing you had the time and energy to solve? Wouldn’t your life change for the better if you finally dived in and explored it? In the next two weeks, Cancerian, I urge you to consider giving yourself permission to pursue something that fits one of those descriptions.

leo (July 23-Aug. 22): right now, Leo, you are a majestic and mysterious mess of raw power. you are a fresh, flaming fountain of pure charisma. Irresistible! That’s you! unstoppable! you! Impossible to fool and immune to the false charms of heartfelt mediocrity! you! you! you! In your current condition, no one can obstruct you from seeing the naked truth about the big picture. And that’s why I am so sure that victory will soon be yours. you will overcome the fuzziness of your allies, the bad vibes of your adversaries and your own inertia. not all conquests are important and meaningful, but you will soon achieve the one that is. ViRgo (Aug. 23-sept. 22): A character in

Herman Hesse’s novel Demian says the following: “I live in my dreams. other people live in dreams, but not in their own.” Whose dreams do you live in, Virgo? What is the source of the fantasies that dominate your imagination? Are they the authentic outpourings of your own soul? or did they originate with your parents and teachers and lovers? Did they sneak into you from the movies

liBRa (sept. 23-oct. 22): Charles Ives was a renowned American composer who lived from 1874 to 1954. because his music was experimental and idiosyncratic, it took a long time for him to get the appreciation he deserved. When he was 73 years old, he won the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for a symphony he had written when he was 30. I expect that in the near future you might be the beneficiary of a similar kind of mojo, Libra. A good deed you did or a smart move you made in the past will finally get at least some of the recognition or response you’ve always wanted. scoRPio

(oct. 23-nov. 21): “There are no right answers to wrong questions,” says science fiction writer ursula K. Le Guin. And that’s why you must be so conscientious about coming up with the very best questions. right, scorpio? All your efforts to hunt down solutions will be for naught unless you frame your problems elegantly and accurately. now here’s the very good news: your skill at asking pertinent questions is at a peak. That’s why I suggest you make this focused Inquiry Week. Crisply define three questions that will be important for you to address in the next seven months.

sagittaRiUs (nov. 22-Dec. 21): Charlie

Parker was a great jazz musician. As a saxophonist and composer, he was an influential innovator. unfortunately, he also had an expensive heroin addiction. It interfered with his ability to achieve financial stability. There’s a famous story about him showing a bystander two veins on his arm as he prepared to shoot up. “This one’s my Cadillac,” he confessed. “And this one’s my house.” I’m bringing this up, sagittarius, in the hope that it will provide a healthy shock. Are you doing anything remotely like Charlie Parker? Are you pouring time and energy and money into an inferior form of pleasure or a trivial distraction that is undermining your ability to accomplish higher goals? If so, fix that glitch, please.

caPRicoRN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “I hate a song that makes you think that you are not any good,” said iconic songwriter Woody Guthrie. “I hate a song that makes you think that you are just born to lose.... because you are too old or too young or too fat or too slim or too ugly or too this or too that. songs that run you down or poke fun at you. I am out to sing songs that will prove to you that this is your world.” Amen, brother Woody! I have the same approach to writing horoscopes. And I’m happy to advise you, Capricorn, that you should have a similar attitude toward everything you put out and take in during the coming week. Just for now, reject all words, ideas and actions that demoralize and destroy. treat yourself to a phase of relentless positivity. aQUaRiUs

(Jan. 20-feb. 18): “I know not what my past still has in store for me,” testified the Indian spiritual poet tukaram. I believe most of us can say the same thing, and here’s why: The events that happened to us once upon a time keep transforming as we ripen. They come to have different meanings in light of the ever-new experiences we have. What seemed like a setback when it first occurred may eventually reveal itself to have been the seed of a blessing. A wish fulfilled at a certain point in our history might come back to haunt us later on. I bring up these ideas, Aquarius, because I think you’re primed to reinterpret your own past.

Pisces

(feb. 19-March 20): According to legend, Jennifer Lopez’s butt is insured for $300 million. bruce springsteen has supposedly insured his voice for $31 million and wine expert Angela Mount is said to have insured her taste buds for $16 million. In that spirit, Pisces, I encourage you to consider insuring your imagination. to be clear, I don’t anticipate that you will have occasion to collect any settlement. nothing bad will happen. but taking this step could be a fun ritual that might drive home to you just how important your imagination will be in the coming weeks. your power to make pictures in your mind will either make you crazy with unfounded fantasies and fearful delusions, or else it will help you visualize in detail the precise nature of the situations you want to create for yourself in the future.

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