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Field of Dreams A warm breeze, a picnic blanket, a plate of delicious local food ... we’re not sure there’s a better way to soak up this short-andsweet season in Vermont. The Intervale Center kicks off its weekly Summervale series on Thursday, complete with tunes by the Dewey Drive Band and Lila Mae & the Cartwheels.

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Sap On Tap Fiddling at Fiddlehead Brewing Company? It sounds like a match made in eponym heaven. Frog Run Beer Fest merges oldtime string sounds with a beverage that’s equally traditional to our region: sap beer. Knock back music and maple goodness at this benefit for the Vermont Folklife Center.

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On the Rise July is looking up, especially with the Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival on deck. Balloon riders get the ultimate view from the top in this spectacularly scenic bash — and folks on the ground float on OK, too, taking in sunrise launches, live music and family-friendly entertainment. Lift off!

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Trim Reapers Nature is grand this time of year — even when it comes in mini proportions. That’s the case at the 30th annual Green Mountain Bonsai Society Members’ Show, which illustrates the challenges and beauty of growing and styling tiny trees. And just wait until the power tools come out at an afternoon demo...

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Movers and Shakers If the foot-stomping improv and playful, experimental turns of this weekend’s Poor Sister Clare’s Traveling Monk Show have you itching to leap onstage and join in, you’re in luck. In a quirky dance work about communion, Clare Byrne and Dance Tramp invite audience participation in the form of a volunteer “dance choir” — and that’s the gospel truth.

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plashed across the front page of last Wednesday’s Burlington Free Press, a menacing headline proclaimed: “Councilor: ‘Grave mistakes’ in ranking Burlington for F-35.” Pictured on the cover was a pensive ROSANNE GRECO — retired Air Force colonel and chairwoman of the South Burlington City Council — gazing through a chainlink fence at the Burlington International Airport runway. The story, penned by veteran Freeps Fri, July 6 from 5-8 pm reporter JOHN BRIGGS, details a sensational charge: that the Air Force botched x its assessment of whether the Vermont Air National Guard was fit to play host to a squadron of controversial new fighter jets. Worse yet, the article suggests, the 85 Church Street. Burlington. 802-863-6458 scoring process may have been intenwww.froghollow.org tionally “rigged” to put Burlington on top — possibly for political reasons. This exhibit created Who detailed to Briggs this vast conin partnership with spiracy to force F-35 warplanes down the throats of unsuspecting, peace-loving denizens of the Green Mountain State? “A highly placed source” in the Air Force “familiar with the data considered by the 8v-froghollow070412.indd 1 Have a Ball at our 6/27/12 5:11 PMAir Force and with the scoring model for such decisions.” Except not really. You see, Briggs never actually spoke to the “highly placed source” in question — nor was the Air Force official’s identity ever revealed to him. Rather, Briggs spoke with Greco — the city council chairwoman — who related a conversation she had with an anonymous Air Force source whose identity she declined to disclose. Greco provided no evidence supporting the charge, nor did Briggs obtain any. What Greco did provide, however, was a pretty probing question: “Was it rigged?” she said of the scoring. “Or is this a simple mistake?” Of the three other sources quoted in the story, two were municipal officials who declined to comment without further information. A third, Vermont Guard spokesman Lt. Col. LLOYD GOODROW, vociferously denied the allegation and questioned the responsibility of giving credence to the accusations of a secondhand anonymous source. “I have been working with the news media since 1987,” Goodrow lectured Briggs, “and I have never given credibility to an unnamed source. It would clothes for women be irresponsible for me as a spokesman 102 Church Street | Burlington to come to the news media with inforwww.expressionsvt.com mation provided by an unnamed source

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and expect you to consider me a credible spokesperson. That burden is on Greco.” Goodrow wasn’t the only one to question the story’s veracity. Asked about Greco’s allegation at a press conference the day the story was published, Gov. PETER SHUMLIN said, “I don’t take allegations into consideration that are unsubstantiated.” Until the anonymous source comes forward, the gov said, “it’s not a credible conversation in my judgment.” Greco’s story didn’t end there. That very night, the South Burlington city council chairwoman appeared on WPTZ-TV and explained that her anonymous source called her “out of the blue” to leak the information. Looking mighty skeptical, anchor BRIDGET SHANAHAN said, “There’s been a lot of questions raised

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about your allegations because they do come from an unnamed source. Why should we trust this information and, quite frankly, why do you?” “Well, I went with my gut,” Greco responded. “And an individual was risking their job by telling me this. We don’t have to take this person’s word for it … If we get the 30 questions that were asked and each score that went with each of these questions, we won’t have to take anybody’s word for this.” Indeed. But absent some sort of corroborating evidence, the reader — or the television viewer — actually kind of does have to take Greco’s word for it. Or, more accurately, we have to take Briggs’ word that Greco’s word that her anonymous source’s word is good. It’s like sourcing three times removed. Asked by WCAX-TV’s ROGER GARRITY what might have motivated her source to spill the beans, Greco said on Friday night: “I think the source did it because it was the right thing to do. I can’t see any other motivation for this individual

to come forward and just point out they discovered a mistake. I think this person felt it was the right thing to do.” That may well be true. The problem is we have no way of knowing what this source’s motivation really is, nor whether he or she is qualified to know whether the scoring was flubbed — or rigged — in the first place. Far more problematic is that Briggs himself doesn’t know. Greco tells Fair Game that she did not reveal her source’s identity to the reporter. In an email, Briggs did not say whether he had independently tracked down the source, but wrote, “We were and are comfortable with the story.” Let’s be honest: Anonymous sources are the bread and butter of good journalism. Reporters get tips all the time from those who, for benevolent or malevolent reasons, want to give the goods without getting their hands dirty. Once a tip comes in, however, the burden is on the reporter to track the story down and corroborate it before publication. Occasionally, a tip is so good — and the sourcing so solid — you just have to go with it. The Burlington Free Press’ sister paper in the Gannett empire, USA Today, has guidelines for such instances: “The identity of an unnamed source must be shared with and approved by a managing editor,” who “must be confident that the information presented to the reader is accurate, not just that someone said it.” “When a single confidential source is cited without further support in the story, the editor must be confident that information presented is based on first-hand knowledge and is authoritative,” the policy says. “Anonymous sources may only be used to report facts. Anonymous accusations and speculation are not acceptable.” Is a secondhand anonymous charge more compelling — and newsworthy — if it’s uttered by a public official? The Free Press seems to think so. “When the top elected official in one of the largest community [sic] in the state makes a public accusation, her words carry weight,” Freeps editorial page editor AKI SOGA wrote in the Sunday paper. “By shielding her source, Greco assumes full responsibility for the soundness of her charge.” Does she? What about a newspaper that prints the unsubstantiated charge? Goodrow, the Vermont Guard spokesman, says he was “kind of surprised” that

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the Freeps ran with the story, calling his exchange with Briggs “one of the hardest interviews I’ve ever done.” “It was very interesting. I was really taken aback to be asked those questions,” he says. “I don’t live in that world. That’s a world of speculation — a world of who done its. I don’t live in that world. I have to represent facts that are backed up by data. That’s the world I have to live in.” Is there merit to Greco’s charge? Certainly the chairwoman herself is highly credible. Her 30-year career in the Air Force has made her one of the more compelling voices against basing the F-35s in Burlington. It’s certainly possible that “grave mistakes” were made and that Greco’s source — who she now says works for Air Combat Command’s installations and missions support directorate — is a genuine whistleblower. But on Friday, Greco herself said, “You should not take my word for it. You should not take my source’s word for it. Look for the data.” Greco herself set about trying to obtain the data: the 30-question, 100-point scoring model she said would prove that Burlington was given an additional, unmerited six points. After querying the state’s congressional delegation, Sen. Bernie SanderS’ staff sent her a copy of Burlington’s original base score sheet, which had not previously been made public. On Tuesday, the delegation provided the documents to Seven Days. What does the score sheet say? It says South Burlington did, indeed, score a perfect six points in an environmental categories pertaining to noise levels in the immediate vicinity of the airport. What does that mean? To the Air Force, it means that, using the 2008 data available during the initial site screening process in 2009, basing the F-35s in Burlington would not violate the Air Force’s own noise restrictions. In other words, the military maintains, the scoring was accurate after all. On Tuesday afternoon, Air Force Deputy Assistant Secretary Kathleen FerguSon sent Greco a letter and also called her to say that she had reviewed the city councilor’s allegations and disagreed with them. “I want to assure you that Burlington ANGS was scored correctly in 2009

and that the Air Force’s Strategic Basing Process is working as designed,” Ferguson wrote. “I have carefully reviewed your concerns on the environmental scoring at Burlington and want to assure you that I believe no scoring error was made.” Soon after Ferguson’s call, the Vermont Guard zapped out a press release saying the Air Force’s review confirmed what it’s said all along: The process was not, in fact, rigged. “We are pleased that the United States Air Force has today provided a 100 percent validation of the process that led to Burlington’s selection as a preferred location for the F-35,” Goodrow wrote. Is Greco backing down? Not in the slightest. “She’s not going to admit they made a mistake,” Greco said of Deputy Assistant Secretary Ferguson after their phone call Tuesday. “She and I totally agree they used the correct process. They went with the best information available. No doubt about that. They did that the right way. The problem is the data was wrong.” According to Greco, the original 2008 data upon which the screening process was based simply did not accurately reflect noise levels in the area. She maintains that more recent data proves the noise impact is far greater. Now that she says the Air Force “used the correct process,” has she changed her mind that the process was “rigged?” “I never used those words,” she says. “I don’t believe I ever said the word ‘rigged,’ but, you know, I don’t remember. The truth is I do not believe it was rigged. I never thought it was rigged. I know some citizens think it was rigged.” As for her source, Greco is standing by him or her: “I have no hesitation at all. This person saw the data.” So we’ve read. m

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hen Macadam Mason died last month after a Taser jolt to the chest, it sparked an instant public debate about the “less-than-lethal” nature of electronic stun guns and their use on people with emotional or cognitive disabilities. Within a week, disability rights advocates and the American Civil Liberties Union of Vermont had organized a Statehouse press conference to call for a moratorium on their use. One question that remains unanswered is why state police, who were at Mason’s Thetford home for several hours, didn’t have a mental health professional to help them defuse the situation and perhaps bring it to a less violent, and tragic, conclusion. Mason, 39, had a history of epileptic seizures, which family members say temporarily altered his mental state. The day before he died, he had a seizure and called Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. Mason told the crisis intake technician there that he planned to kill himself and others, so police were dispatched to his house. It’s the norm, not the exception, for Vermont law enforcement to go it alone in such situations, according to disability rights advocates. All too often police have to rely on their own mental health training — if they have any. “The problem in Vermont is, we have chronically underfunded our mental health system so that almost no mental health center has any credible ability to provide a team of workers in the field,” says A.J. Ruben, supervising attorney for Disability Rights Vermont in Montpelier. Very few of the state’s 10 designated community mental health centers operate such “mobile mentalhealth-crisis teams,” and in sparsely populated areas of the state, they are few and far between. Washington County has a fully mobile, 24-hour response team capable of assisting people in crisis. The Howard Center, which serves all of Chittenden County, has three 24-hour mobile crisis units, one for adults, one for children and one for people with developmental disabilities. But in Thetford and surrounding Orange County, Ruben notes, “there’s almost nothing there.” Indeed,

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the Clara Martin Center, in nearby Bradford, is one of the tiniest mental health community centers in the state. Ruben says his office routinely fields complaints from people with emotional or cognitive impairments who’ve had confrontations with police and ended up being restrained, shackled and taken to jail or the hospital emergency room against their will. “Sometimes you’ve got to arrest people because they’re dangerous to themselves or others and need to be hospitalized,” Ruben acknowledges. “But most of the time that’s not the case. Unfortunately, when the police are solely involved, they often use Tasers to subdue people.” But the frequency of such violent incidents, which are as undesirable

for police as they are for the people who get restrained, could soon be declining. State legislation passed earlier this year includes funding to train more cops to deal with people in psychiatric crisis. Additionally, some of the $8 million allocated in this year’s Act 79 to reform the state’s mental health system will go to help community mental health centers staff mobile crisis response teams that can assist police at any hour, day or night. To that end, there’s money to hire nearly two dozen workers statewide, according to the Vermont Department of Health. Legislative reform efforts began in May 2006, when Joseph Fortunati, a 40-year-old man with a history of mental illness, was shot and killed by heavily

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armed state troopers during a confrontation in Corinth. That incident led to the passage of Act 80, which set aside $50,000 over eight years to train police officers to deal with people in crisis. By the end of 2011, more than 780 cops and 20 dispatchers had gone through the eight-hour Act 80 course, entitled “Interacting with People Experiencing A Mental Health Crisis.” Since October 2011, the course has also been mandated for all state troopers who carry Tasers. That was part of the legal settlement — between Vermont State Police and Disability Rights Vermont — that resulted from an incident last year in which a state trooper Tased a boy with a developmental disability. “You couldn’t get much more bang for your buck out of what that $50,000 did over five years or so,” notes Rep. Anne Donahue (R-Northfield), ranking member of the House Human Services Committee and editor of Counterpoint, a statewide mental health quarterly. Although these kinds of reforms have been coming “in fits and starts” for many years, Donahue suggests that some “major efforts and initiatives” are about to come to fruition. Donahue appreciates that need more than most. In 2002, a year before she was elected to the legislature, Donahue says she experienced a mental health crisis of her own and wound up huddled and sobbing on the sidewalk in downtown Barre. When a concerned citizen called 911, emergency responders showed up with several fire trucks and police cars, all with lights flashing. “That was not helpful. I was saying, ‘Leave me alone. I’m not doing anything wrong,’” Donahue recalls. “All I kept saying to them was, ‘Turn off those lights! Turn off those lights!’ It was completely exacerbating everything. It just felt overwhelming.” While responders debated what to do with her, Donahue says she took advantage of their distraction and bolted into the woods. She emerged four hours later and tried calling her therapist and a crisis hotline, but couldn’t get callbacks on the pay phone. Donahue says she eventually flagged down a police car to ask for help making

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aren Crosby says she’s “shocked” by what’s happened to the property across from her Old North End home of 36

years. Over the past two weeks, excavators have demolished more than 80 percent of the 16,500-square-foot building on the corner of Berry Street and North Avenue. The jolting contrast between what was there and what remains is causing many neighbors to wonder how the redevelopment project — which aims to turn an old automobile showroom and warehouse into mixed-price condos — qualifies as an “adaptive reuse” under the Burlington zoning code. It’s also left some of them wondering what exactly Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger has to do with it. The Hartland Group, cofounded and for years corun by the Queen City’s new leader, secured adaptive reuse designation by promising to rehabilitate an unspecified portion of the structure that stood for decades on the .65-acre parcel. In return, the city permitted the Hartland Group to construct about twice as many condo units at the site than would otherwise have been allowed. When completed next year, Packard Lofts will consist of 25 two- and three-bedroom condos with sale prices ranging from about $150,000 to more than $400,000. In razing most of what had been built on the corner lot at 237 North Ave., the mayor’s development company does not appear to have violated any city ordinance. But opponents of the housing project now under way say the Hartland Group was deliberately coy — or flatout misleading — in its presentations of what it intended to do under the rubric of “adaptive reuse.” Some neighbors posting on the Front Porch Forum listserv have renamed the project “Adaptive Misuse” and “Maladaptive Abuse.” In a sworn court statement in 2005, Weinberger’s development partner Chuck Lief said, “Some portions of the existing building will be demolished to accommodate allowable new construction and the interior garage. Other portions will be rebuilt to restore its present appearance. Other portions will be reused or converted as is.” Under Hartland’s plan, Lief added, “the entire

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structure one can now see will continue to be strongly visible virtually as it presently stands, except that key historic features will be restored.” But the single-family-size edifice that remains looks as though it survived an aerial bombing — or a tornado. Everything around it has been flattened, including trees at the western edge of the property, which ends at a steep embankment overlooking Lake Champlain. Since being sworn into office in April, Weinberger’s name has been removed from the Hartland Group’s website. The mayor explains that he now holds only a “passive, minority” stake in the North Avenue project — meaning he’s “not involved in the day-to-day running of the construction job” but adds that he will derive “financial benefit” from the development. During the mayoral campaign in January, Weinberger said that he saw

no conflict between leading the city and working to build a private development here. “I don’t see why a Burlington mayor should not be a city property owner,” he said then. In an interview last Friday, Weinberger insisted that his firm’s submissions throughout an eight-year-long battle to win approval for the project “were clear that a lot of the building would come down.” He added that the project is being carried out “very much within the way the adaptive reuse ordinance works.” Lief echoed that in a Saturday interview, saying, “If people listened, there was never a time when we made promises” as to exactly how much of the full 16,500-square-foot structure would be left standing. Alan Bjerke was listening, but didn’t like what he heard. An attorney living in a Lakeview Terrace home directly adjacent to the site, Bjerke relentlessly

battled the condo project during the local permitting process and subsequently in the state’s Environmental Court and Supreme Court. “We asked them over and over to detail specifically what they were going to tear down,” Bjerke said last week. “They didn’t.” Ivan Goldstein, another Lakeview Terrace resident, adds in regard to Weinberger and Lief, “They think they’re doing a service, and they use all the right language to get what they want to build. But at the end of the day they’re developers who want to maximize their profit.” Ellie Kenworthy, a member of the city’s Development Review Board at the time it approved the condo project, says now that she’s perplexed as to how the Hartland Group can describe what it’s done at 237 North Avenue as “adaptive reuse.” That claim “doesn’t pass the straight-face test,” Kenworthy declares. But Austin Hart, the DRB’s current chair and a member at the time it approved the Packard Lofts project, says the project does qualify for the adaptive reuse designation because it was subjected to “a very thorough review” in that regard. “More review than perhaps any project in Burlington’s history,” adds the Hartland Group’s attorney, Brian Dunkiel. “It seems premature to judge what this adaptive-reuse project is going to look like when it’s completed.” Confusing matters is that the zoning ordinance contained no definition of “adaptive reuse” in 2005 when the Hartland Group was approved to build more condos than is normally permitted in the “residential medium density” zone that encompasses the area around Lakeview Terrace. The city has since spelled out what qualifies for “adaptive reuse” designation but because the Packard Lofts project won city approval seven years ago, the new definition doesn’t apply. Lief himself concedes that the contrast between the current and previous appearance of the property can lead to the sort of skepticism voiced by Kenworthy. “If people look at the structure today and they’re asked, ‘Does that look like adaptive reuse to you?’ I’d probably say, ‘No, it doesn’t look like that to me, either.’” But he adds that the project

will ultimately resemble what had stood on the site for decades. The Hartland Group has demolished a 14,000-square-foot addition to a 2600-square-foot Packard automobile showroom built in 1923. Few would quarrel with Lief’s description of the now-removed 80-year-old warehouse as an undistinguished architectural “hodgepodge.” On the other hand, the 90-year-old brick building left standing amid the rubble — which will be incorporated

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nearby streets also include at least a few residents who welcome the project. Regardless of the “adaptive reuse” dispute, the Hartland Group is eligible for the higher number of condos under the terms of another zoning stipulation that rewards conversions of commercial properties to residential use. And both the Environmental Court and Vermont Supreme Court have backed the company in legal challenges brought by Bjerke and other nearby residents.

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into the Packard Lofts development — is one of the last automobile showrooms of that era left in Chittenden County. Lief says his firm is spending large amounts of money to restore and repurpose the original retail space. But that’s not good enough for some neighboring property owners, who are militant in their resistance to any construction that could affect their quiet enclave, which offers stunning views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. Outsiders engaged in development fights with Lakeview Terrace residents say a strong element of NIMBYism runs along the street bordered on the south by the former site of Burlington College and on the north by the lot where Weinberger and Lief are building the Packard condos. Lakeview Terrace and

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rooke Bennett’s grandmother, Lucinda Milne, went to federal court in Burlington last Friday hoping the judge would set a February trial date for her granddaughter’s alleged killer. It was four years to the day since Michael Jacques was arrested in connection with the rape and murder of Bennett, his 12-year-old niece — a brutal crime that shocked and outraged Vermont and led to the passage of tougher sex-crime laws. Milne attended the scheduling conference, at which Assistant U.S. Attorney Craig Nolan confirmed that federal prosecutors could be ready for trial in six months. From the bench, U.S. District Judge William K. Sessions III agreed that “this case has been going on a long time, and we should be pushing this along.” But just minutes later, Sessions laid out a more leisurely timetable and set a trial date of September 3, 2013. Later, outside the courthouse, a teary-eyed and shaky Milne said, “That sounds like September 2050 to me right now.” The reason for the delay: a scheduling conflict. One of the two death penalty specialists appointed to defend Jacques is representing another accused killer in January in Puerto Rico. The trial is expected to last six months. As attorney David Ruhnke told Sessions last week in Burlington, “I can’t be in two places at once.” Seated beside the white-haired Ruhnke was Jean deSales Barrett, his wife and longtime law partner. The two are among the most acclaimed death penalty lawyers in the U.S. The New Jersey-based couple was appointed to Jacques’ defense team in 2009 after federal prosecutors decided to seek the death penalty for the accused killer. Federal law requires defendants facing execution to be represented by lawyers with experience trying capital cases. Since Vermont doesn’t have a death penalty, very few criminal defense lawyers here have the required know-how, says Vermont Law School professor Cheryl Hanna. So Ruhnke and Barrett were brought in to assist Federal Public Defender Michael Desautels in what’s expected to be the most watched murder trial in years.

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“It’s not unusual at all for these lawyers to be extremely busy,” says Hanna. It’s no wonder the couple — particularly Ruhnke — is in demand. Over the course of his 36-year legal career, Ruhnke has been in more than 100 jury trials in state and federal courts. He has tried 16 capital punishment cases — 10 in federal court. Fourteen of those trials ended with life verdicts; two that resulted in death sentences were later set aside. In other words, no client of Ruhnke’s has ever been executed. “David Ruhnke has tried more federal death penalty cases than any other lawyer in the United States,” says David Bruck, a defense attorney from Virginia specializing in capital punishment. He

has known Ruhnke and Barrett for 20 years. “He’s smart. Good judgment. Hard worker. And he doesn’t sweat the small stuff.” Ruhnke and Barrett declined to be interviewed outside the federal courthouse on Elmwood Avenue, but Ruhnke remarked that their lives are “an open book.” Indeed, the public record is full of news accounts documenting his and Barrett’s high-profile careers — and the notorious criminals they’ve been called upon to defend. In the early ’90s, Ruhnke was appointed in the first federal death penalty case to go to trial in the Northeast, and secured a life sentence for notorious Mafia hit man “Tommy Karate” Pitera after a jury convicted him of murdering

six people and orchestrating a vast drug ring in Brooklyn. More than a decade later, in 2007, Ruhnke persuaded a jury to spare the life of New York drug trafficker Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff for ordering the murders of two rivals, one of them rapper Eric “E. Money Bags” Smith. Ruhnke has also been called on to defend terrorists facing the needle. He was co-counsel for two al-Qaeda operatives who participated in the 1998 bombings of American embassies in East Africa, which killed 224 people and injured thousands. The jury spared their lives. Two months ago, the defense for a high-profile terror suspect — a co-defendant of 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed — formally requested that Ruhnke join the team. The upcoming murder trial in Puerto Rico centers on Alexis CandelarioSantana, who faces a death sentence for committing or ordering the murders of 21 people between 1993 and 2009. A caseload like that could weigh on a lawyer’s conscience, but defense lawyers who know Ruhnke describe him as a consummate professional who remains focused on defending his clients. “David’s sort of a classic example of a guy who doesn’t read his press clippings,” says Joshua Dratel, a New York City defense attorney who defended the embassy bombers alongside Ruhnke. Barrett, too, is an expert in the death penalty. She has tried nine capital murder cases — three of them federal — that resulted in life verdicts. She has been appointed “learned counsel” — an old-fashioned term for lawyers experienced in capital cases — in more than 25 potential death penalty cases by courts in four different federal districts. One of those, in the late ’90s, was the murder trial of a Connecticut man accused of burning his fiancée to death in the trunk of his car. It was the first Manhattan death penalty trial in four decades. Colleagues say Ruhnke and Barrett, like most death penalty defense lawyers, are motivated by a philosophical objection to capital punishment and a belief that even the most heinous criminals deserve a good defense. “David also just believes in what

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case is a slam dunk — or that a guilty verdict would result in the death sentence. Data compiled by the Federal Death Penalty Resource Counsel — a group of legal experts that includes Bruck, Ruhnke and Barrett — show that in more than 200 capital cases that required juries to choose between sentencing a defendant to life in prison or death, they opted for life two-thirds of the time. Ruhnke and Barrett’s record beats that. “Nobody should take for granted anything about the case, particularly the sentencing,” Hanna says. “Just because someone is charged with the death penalty doesn’t mean they’ll get it.”

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lawyers are supposed to do — there has to be one person in all the world who will stand up for someone rather than just assume that they are guilty and should be executed before they are tried,” says Bruck. To a lot of Vermonters, the evidence against Jacques appears overwhelming, his guilt all but assured. Prosecutors have alleged that Jacques created a fictitious internet sex ring to lure Brooke Bennett to his house, where he is accused of drugging, raping and murdering the girl before leaving her body in a shallow grave in the woods. But Vermont Law School’s Hanna and others warn against assuming the

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Weinberger Scraps Moran Plan, Ice Factor “Disappointed” Declaring that he would “not risk Moran becoming another Burlington Telecom,” Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger scrapped his predecessor’s plans for turning the former power plant into an indoor ice-climbing facility. Weinberger announced on Monday that the city would undertake a new competitive process to determine the future of the hulking waterfront structure and seek a new home for the adjacent Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center. Miro Weinberger His “five-point action plan” envisions a $3 million upgrade to the waterfront bike path and a “world-class skate park” on land around Moran, using a combined total of about $5 million worth of tax increment financing (TIF) funds. In response, officials with Ice Factor, the Scotland-based company that planned to build the ice-climbing wall, said they were disappointed to learn from media reports that their project had been axed, and they blamed city hall for the complex development deal falling apart. “We have yet to receive any formal update from the new mayor or his administration on the future of the Moran development,” Ice Factor managing director Jamie Smith wrote in an email on Tuesday, the day after the mayor’s announcement. Weinberger said he’s been in regular contact with a Montréal-based member of Ice Factor’s board. His office then supplied a copy of a July 2 letter To read the full addressed to Smith that gives the story, go to formal notification, which on July 3 sevendaysvt.com. Smith said he had not received.

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othing can duplicate the breathless energy of a circus, with its aerial feats, precision jugglers and rambunctious clowns. But the book Circus Smirkus gives it a go, and its many photographs of exuberant, plucky children nearly vibrate with excitement. Subtitled 25 Years of Running Home to the Circus!, the new volume tells, of course, the story of Greensboro-based Circus Smirkus, starting with that of founder Rob Mermin. And the story evokes all the superlatives

— Amazing! Incredible! — that big-top promoters have employed for more than a hundred years. Written by Mermin and Norwich writer Rob Gurwitt, Circus Smirkus is presented in the alternating voices of the two Robs — first person and third — interspersed with oh-by-the-way sidebars, stand-alone quotes and additional memories from participants, including executive director Ed LeClair. This approach, and the lively layout and typography by Serena

of Waitsfield, give the narrative an air of having “acts” and “sideshows” rather than plain old chapters. It can be a little distracting, but that’s OK; you can read for a bit, stop and look at the pictures or check out a sidebar on, say, how the circus got its name, or even skip ahead. Though the story flows in chronological order, it seems to invite readers to jump in anywhere. If you were to read from front to back, you’d learn first how Mermin “ran away” from Vermont to Europe to learn the circus arts; how, after more than a decade of exhilarating fun, grueling work and extraordinary training — including with the master mime artist Marcel Marceau in France — he returned to Greensboro, bought an old farm with a barn and started a children’s circus; and then how that venture evolved over a quarter-century. One of the most basic questions a reader may have is, Why a circus with kids? Here’s how Mermin answers it:

work, self-reliance, communal living and close-knit family life. I wanted to give American kids a taste of the same experiences.

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And so he did — not just to Vermonters but to children from 26 states and 32 countries. The book does not shy away from relating difficulties that Mermin and Circus Smirkus endured over the years, from the serious — including near-bankruptcy — to the quotidian, as this opening to a chapter titled “Another Fine Mess” reveals: It’s 2008. Already on this tour, Troy has driven a stake through a town water line. The pie car has come unhitched and passed the truck that was pulling it — on the interstate. A new rental generator has fried all the lights in the tent. No mishap was as dire, however, as the tragic accident described in the chapter called simply “Marÿn.” A circus enthusiast and counselor from Holland, Marÿn van der Vaart quickly won not only the affections of the Smirkus kids in the summer of 1989, but the heart of ringleader Rob Mermin. After an afternoon swim at a nearby lake, the two conversed about their future together, Mermin writes, and then got into their car. Rob Gurwitt picks up the story:

I was very impressed by the maturity of the children of professional circus artists I worked with in Europe. Growing up in the world of circus seemed to impart an education in life missing from normal schooling. Circus kids understood geography and spoke several languages by necessity. Tolerance of other cultures was ingrained. Every day featured hard

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hope you all feel safe here — and are willing to go with it,” says acting instructor Marty at the beginning of Circle Mirror Transformation, a play set entirely in a community acting workshop. She might as well be speaking to the audience. Over the next hour and 50 minutes, the actors will engage in theater game after theater game — and the revelations will come pouring out. CMT is the second play by 30-yearold Annie Baker of Amherst, Mass., that Middlebury Actors Workshop has produced. Last year, MAW did Body Awareness, about a lesbian couple and their 21-year-old son whose lives are turned upside down during the nearby college’s Body Awareness Week. Both

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plays, and one more called The Aliens, are set in Shirley, a fictional Vermont college town — a fitting backdrop for the Middlebury actors. But CMT is a different kind of play from Body Awareness. “Annie is trying to capture real life in an almost naturalistic way,” writes California-based Mark Ramont in a director’s note. “As such, the play’s delights are of a more subtle kind and take a certain amount of patience.” The opening scene features the five workshop participants lying on their backs on the floor. One of them says, “One.” There’s a pause. Another person says, “Two.” When two more participants shout out, “Three!” simultaneously, we discover that this is a theater game. They’re attempting to

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Headed back to the Barn, Marÿn was driving, Rob and Rufus were in the passenger seat. On a washed-out part of the dirt road, the car suddenly veered off into a tree. Marÿn was killed instantly; Rufus appeared dead and Rob was lying in the road, his life dangling by a thread.

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tales of joy, determination, accomplishment and victory more than compensate. Despite serious injuries, including a broken neck — and a broken heart — Mermin obviously survived, as did his beloved dog, Rufus. As both lay in hospitals that day, the young troupers made a brave decision that troupers always do: The show must go on. This time, for Marÿn. For all the blood, sweat, tears and mud in the story of Circus Smirkus, tales of joy, determination, accomplishment and victory more than compensate. One

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NEW INSTALLATION NOW OPEN Come take a look at the exciting new additions to the European and American Gallery at the Fleming! Modern and contemporary giants from the Fleming Museum’s own collection, including Roy Lichtenstein, Claes Oldenburg, Andy Warhol, and Edward Ruscha join the Old Masters for a lively update in our permanent collections gallery.

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his thick legs stretched straight in front of him, he looks like a giant child. Marty’s class feels, at times, more like a group therapy session than an acting workshop. She asks the students to use each other to recreate tableaux of their painful childhood memories. In another exercise, actors have to pretend to be one another, revealing personal details they may have learned in confidence. Teenage Lauren isn’t happy about it. “Are we going to be doing any real acting, like reading from a play?” she complains. Teen actors don’t always get the teen thing down on stage, but Kiehl does. She’s simultaneously sweet, vulnerable and disaffected. Her Lauren is insecure, but forceful. “I don’t get it,” she says during the counting exercise. But she keeps showing up. Lauren finds a kindred spirit in Schultz. When it’s her turn to

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get in tune with one another by counting to 10. MeliSSa lourie, MAW’s artistic director, plays hippie-dippy acting instructor Marty. Kevin CoMMinS, with his long, bleached-blond ponytail, is James, Marty’s reluctant-to-be-taking-thisclass husband. A bubbly Jenny gundy plays Theresa, the “real” actor, who recently left a career in New York City to escape a smothering boyfriend. And 14-year-old gianna Kiehl is a pitch-perfect Lauren, a sullen teenager angling for the lead in her high school play. But it’s hard to keep your eyes off eThan Bowen as Schultz, the socially awkward, recently divorced carpenter who’s looking for love in all the wrong places. It’s fascinating to watch Bowen, a big, barrel-chested guy, embody a character who much of the time seems to wish he could make himself invisible. Bowen hulks around the stage with plodding steps. When he sits on the floor, his shoulders hunched and

fascinating chapter details an evolutionary leap: With “the advent of the Russians” — professional circus coaches — the kids’ delight in performance began to be balanced with “athleticism and technical ambition,” writes Gurwitt. Circus Smirkus, and Greensboro, Vt., were changed forever. It’s not just a commemorative book that has marked the past year in the life of Circus Smirkus. Students from the National Circus School of Cuba are performing in this year’s tour, called “TopsyTurvy Time Travel.” It is the first U.S./ Cuba youth circus cultural exchange. Vermont filmmaker Signe Taylor’s 2011 documentary about the troupe, Circus Dreams, is airing on public television stations around the country. Not least, another generation of youngsters has run away to the circus, every one finding skills, strength and confidence they didn’t know they had. And having big-top-size fun. “People always expect me to use circus metaphors, but personally I think Smirkus is like watching a child grow,” writes LeClair. “On the one hand it’s the most ordinary thing in the world; on the other, it’s a miracle.” m

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of Randolph. Tuppence principal TRISH DENTON, an actor, dancer, street performer and teacher, conceived and wrote the script, which was initially inspired by a 3-year-old in a tutu dancing inside a miniature puppet theater. “Seeing that little girl dance just brought up all of these ideas of how we’re raising girls to be ballerinas, and how so much of musical theater relies on these stereotypes of how men and women fall in love,” Denton says. “She made me think about challenging dominant narratives, and specifically this idea of the ‘kept’ woman — the 1950s housewife, or the perfect ballerina.” The character of Orkestriska — who lives inside a music box and watches the world go by outside her window — was born at that moment, but the story expanded as Denton drew from classical and contemporary inspirations. Other Tuppence members began contributing ideas and talent. Vocalist JANE BEAUMONT-SNYDER and composer RANDAL PIERCE brought classical training to balance Denton’s “crazy art,” she says. As Orkestriska, BeaumontSnyder will vocalize with an acoustic ensemble and with Pierce’s compositions, transposed onto a copper record and

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The dream sequences will be projected directly onto the back of Orkestriska’s music box, representing her only interaction with the real world outside her beautiful prison. “She’s challenged by what she sees outside of her music box because it shows life being actually lived — unlike her own little world, where she might be on a pedestal, but she’s essentially trapped,” Denton says. In some ways, it’s an apt metaphor for what the Tuppence Coloured Ensemble is trying to do with this show: break free of real or imagined constraints and offer a new perspective to Burlington theatergoers. The production is the group’s first real opportunity to “test the waters of doing a higher level of work, and to see if getting paid to work as artists is a viable way of making a living here,” Denton says. “It’s also really important to me that we bring new theater here and contribute to a creative economy in Burlington,” she adds. “We don’t want to just go off to New York to do our work; there are actors and artists right here with amazing skills and creativity that should be used. I feel like, if we’re not finding the outlet we want in the platform that’s already been created, then, OK, let’s build it.”

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played by a $13,000 Porter music box on loan from the museum. The show relies heavily on physical acting and characterization to tell the story (words, not so much). Street sequences are narrated by music and populated by puppets made by MEGHAN DEWALD of Burlington; her husband, GAHLORD DEWALD, is creating stop-motion, mixed-media animation to narrate the dream sequences. The founder of Thoughtfaucet studio, Gahlord Dewald likens his methods to the process for early “South Park” animation. “What I do is tangible media made of collage and paper cutouts,” he explains. “Our work is much closer to experimental weirdo animation than to Disney or Pixar, because any CGI that is sub-Pixar standards looks really, really bad. Tangible media, on the other hand, usually look charming and organic. “

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udging from a description of the upcoming dance-theater piece “Orkestriska’s Box,” you would be forgiven for thinking it’s a surrealist version of The Hunchback of Notre Dame set to music and given a female protagonist. The work’s influences are varied: turn-of-the-20th-century ballet and grand opera; Gestalt psychology; burlesque theater; the 1951 film The Tales of Hoffmann; a little girl in a tutu; the Folies Bergère; gender stereotyping. Add stop-motion animation and an original score composed for an old-fashioned Porter music box, and the imagery practically gets up and tap dances across the room. “Orkestriska’s Box,” which premieres in November, is a collaborative production of Burlington’s TUPPENCE COLOURED ENSEMBLE and THOUGHTFAUCET, and the PORTER MUSIC

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Of course, creating a new platform for sustainable physical theater in Burlington involves at least a small pot of money for sets, lights and salaries. The ensemble is attempting to raise about $9000 before the production, much of which Denton hopes will come from local sources. Opportunities to participate are spelled out on the production’s website. “I can write lots of grants to try to get money from national funds like the Rockefeller Foundation, or I can try to build relationships with businesses and individuals right here who will be directly affected by new theater in Burlington,” she says. “We want to make shows that bridge the gap between community and art, and I really believe that new and interdisciplinary art can do that.”

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impersonate him in an exercise, she talks about his recent divorce. “I’m in a lot of pain about it,” she says, pretending to be Schultz. Then she pauses. “But, on the bright side, I have more time to work on my chairs.” Another pause. “I’m an artist.” The play unfolds over the course of a six-week workshop, and we only see the characters in class. Each time we encounter them in a new scene, they have learned much more about each other than we have. Some developments are revealed onstage, but plenty more happen offstage. We can infer, for example, that Marty and James’ marriage is on the rocks and that their daughter is troubled, but we only see fragments. We watch James’ affection for Theresa blossom in exercises, such as when the

If the Tuppence Coloured Ensemble doesn’t raise the desired amount, though, the show will still go on. “I love working with all of the resources available to me, whether that’s human imagination or physical materials,” Denton notes. “At this point, I don’t know whether this will be set in the late 1800s or the 1940s, but as long as it retains an antiquated, storybook theme, it could be anything. We’ll just have to see what materials we can get our hands on.”

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pair is instructed to have a conversation using one word each. “Goulash, goulash,” Theresa says solemnly, looking deep into James’ eyes. “Ak-mak,” James answers, with all his heart. “Ak-mak.” In the play’s tensest scene, Marty asks each participant to write down a secret, then fold up the paper, throw it in a bag and pick out a different one to read aloud. Schultz’s hands are visibly shaking, but he goes along with the exercise — and the revelations are momentous. It may be more drama than any community acting workshop should reasonably have. But it makes for great theater. Circle Mirror Transformation, produced by Middlebury Actors Workshop. Thursday through Saturday, July 5-7, 8 p.m. at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. $10-20. townhalltheater. org, middleburyactors.org

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(mostly) taxpaying lives, so before you go whining about the military-industrial complex sucking up your pseudo-tax dollars, maybe ask yourself why you’re allowed to bitch and moan about everything from train whistles to airplanes. This is complete and utter hypocrisy in a state that presents itself as the queen of green but where landowners cry and complain about windmills “in their backyard,” Vermont. And Chittenden County in particular needs a serious makeover to clear up a bad case of two-facedness that seems to have gone way beyond the point of constructive protest. Steven Jones

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[Re “Some Vermonters Are Trying to Stop Health Care Reform — One Metaphor at a Time,” June 13]: For 18 years the Ethan Allen Institute pointed out how unwise government intervention has made a costly mess of health care, critiqued singlepayer foolishness and posed the hard questions that single-payer advocates, driven onward through the fog by their mystical socialist theology, simply refuse to face. Interested parties can find all of the commentaries, reports and fact sheets (see especially “Ten Hard Questions”) at ethanallen.org, along with my 1992 Senate speech against former governor Howard Dean’s health care megabill (Act 160 of 1992), every provision of which was abandoned, repealed, failed or had grievous consequences. For historical trivia buffs: On the day in 1993 the Vermont Health Care Authority’s plan was released, the Burlington Free Press carried a front-page story headlined “Governor to unveil health plan: Single payer out of favor.” In it, Dean was quoted as saying “I’m not interested in debating with the Progressives. [They] have to get over this obsession with a Canadian-style singlepayer system.” Where is that guy now that Vermont needs him? John mcclaughry

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[Re Fair Game, “Ready, Aim, Fired,” June 27]: While I applaud Cassandra Gekas for her public-spirited announcement as a candidate for lieutenant governor, I note that she knew about the employment rule she was about to break. Paul Burns was right to protect the political neutrality of his organization and, while it might seem harsh to let Gekas go, he did the right thing. I wish Cassandra Gekas very good luck in her quest for public office. She is taking on a very popular incumbent, so she’ll need all the help — and luck — she can get. I also hope she’ll be able to find another job with health benefits very soon. Doesn’t this point out the madness of tying health insurance to one’s employment? It just makes no sense! Where else but in the United States could this even happen? Where else would a person lose his or her health insurance because he or she lost a job for any reason? All other “civilized” countries have health benefits assured for their citizens through publicly funded, i.e., “socialized,” medicine — a much better idea — especially when the private insurers are not part of the equation.

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Richard Handelsman’s letter about diversity in the Burlington schools [Feedback, “How Does SBHS Do It?” June 20] is misleading and sheds more fog than light about integrating immigrant children with challenging needs. By citing the successes of a young Asian and implying that SBHS has some special formula for success that Burlington ought to follow, Handelsman forgets that Kevin Wang comes from a highly educated (his dad is a UVM economics professor) family who have lived in the USA for more than 30 years. Mr. Wang deserves his accolades, but his profile is very different from the profiles of new immigrant students at BHS, especially the new refugee immigrants from Africa. In an atmosphere of tension about our public schools’ capacity to integrate immigrants with challenging needs, Kevin Wang should not be the poster boy for the successful integration of these immigrants. It would have been more appropriate had Handelsman cited one of the scores of BHS graduates from Asia, Africa, the Balkans or Eastern Europe who came from more humble backgrounds, distinguished themselves while at BHS, and who went on to college and successful lives thereafter. So to answer Mr. Handelsman’s question, “How does SBHS do it?”: probably not any differently than any other Chittenden County high school with talented and family-supported immigrant students. The better question is how well do all our Chittenden County high schools serve immigrant students with challenging needs, and why does BHS have more of these students than any other high school in the county?

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his week’s question comes to us from an eagle-eyed consumer who wrote in wondering why gas prices around Burlington — ranging from $3.61 to $3.72 a gallon (for regular) in the last week of June — seem so much higher than those elsewhere in the state. Sure enough, trek down Route 7 and you’ll see the prices plummet: to about $3.59 in Vergennes, then to $3.53 in New Haven and finally to $3.40 a gallon in Middlebury. Last week, Vermont’s average gas price hovered around $3.55 a gallon — but ranged from a high of about $3.72 in Burlington to a low of $3.31 in Jay. Seriously, WTF? We’re not the only ones asking: On Monday, Sen. Bernie Sanders wrote to Federal Trade Commission chairman Jon Leibowitz and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder requesting an investigation into Burlington’s high gas prices. Sanders points out that in addition to

the problems of oil speculation on Wall Street and record profits at major oil companies, just four companies own 58 percent of the gas stations in Chittenden County. “Does that have an impact? Well, it might,” Sanders said in an interview. Bill Heffernan is one of the owners of Champlain Valley Plumbing and Heating in Middlebury and a purveyor of that elusive $3.40-per-gallon gasoline. “Basically, we set the tone in Middlebury,” Heffernan says. “Whatever we go to, people follow.” What Heffernan means is that gas station owners and managers are paying close attention to where their competitors set their prices. In competitive markets, every cent counts. Is competitive spirit what’s missing from the greater Burlington gas market? If so, perhaps not for long: In May, Costco filed an Act 250 application to build a self-serve gas station at its Colchester warehouse. R.L. Vallee, Inc., which owns the Maplefields convenience store and gas station chain, requested party status in the Act 250 hearing, couching opposition to the project in terms of environmental concerns about nearby wetlands. But Vallee also operates a Mobil station

about a half mile from Costco — which, if granted permission to build its gas station, would probably undercut nearby competitors. While that Colchester Maplefields Mobil sold gas for $3.63 early this week, prices at other Vallee stations showed the influence of nearby competition. For instance, at the Middlebury Maplefields Mobil, three-tenths of a mile from Heffernan’s business, prices last week started at $3.45 per gallon, just 5 cents above Heffernan’s price. (The Mobil’s convenient Route 7 location and brandname fuel could be factors.) Heffernan points out that another Vallee station in Addison County — this one in New Haven — sold gas for $3.53 per gallon last week, while gas at the Mobil station in Morrisville priced out 10 cents higher. R.L. Vallee’s president didn’t return messages requesting information about how the St. Albans company sets prices at the pump. Gas station owners, then, appear to exercise discretion in setting prices. Joe Choquette, a spokesman for the Vermont Petroleum Association, says that Vermont traditionally has a few pockets of “intense competition” — Rutland jumps to mind for him — where prices vary less from station to nearby station. Prices also tend to be lower in these areas; perhaps customers are traditionally more cost conscious, and gas station owners price accordingly. Some regions, like Burlington, are decidedly uncompetitive. Prices can vary by as much as 16 cents per gallon throughout the city. Choquette says that, if customers shopped purely based on price, they’d probably drive down prices across the board and reduce variation. But they don’t. Brand loyalty, location and convenience all play just as large a role in determining where customers shop as prices do. (If you are a bargain shopper, take note that on Monday morning, the Burlington area’s cheapest gas was sold

at the Gulf station on Williston Road for $3.55 a gallon.) Still, competition — or lack thereof — in Burlington doesn’t wholly explain why the city’s prices are so much higher than those around the state. “There does seem to be a phenomenon that the Burlington area does go down [in prices] more reluctantly than other parts of the state,” Choquette says. Yet another factor is the source of gasoline. Gas prices at various wholesale locations — typically Albany, N.Y.; Springfield, Mass.; and Montréal—can vary from day to day. Heffernan tries to buy from the south, he says, because he often finds gas cheaper there, but he notes that suppliers switch sources frequently. Even local industry experts have a hard time predicting what will happen to the price of gasoline over the course of the summer. Choquette declines to venture any guesses. Heffernan points out that the price of crude oil is pretty low right now (about $82 per barrel) and says he doesn’t see it going any lower. Wholesale prices can fluctuate based on a number of factors. Sometimes political turmoil in faraway countries has an impact. Other times, Mother Nature intervenes. Occasionally an actual shortage occurs, and sometimes refineries shut down for maintenance and put additional pressure on the market. As for Burlington’s higher prices, Heffernan speculates about what’s behind them: “Personal greed.” While he can’t say for sure what other stations are paying for wholesale gasoline, he knows what he’s paying: about $3.07 per gallon last week, which left him with a 33-cent margin. “There’s too many chains in the state of Vermont right now,” he opines. “They’re all making a lot of money.” Outraged, or merely curious, about something? Send your burning question to wtf@sevendaysvt.com.

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Dear cecil, Is it true that an electromagnetic pulse (EmP) would stop cars and trucks, and they would not run until fixed? Would our stores be empty of food because trucks could not move food to them? Would water to our homes stop flowing because of EmP damage to electrical equipment? Why don’t we hear more about this? mark terry, Honolulu

went off all over and interisland phone service was disrupted. Whoa, said startled scientists, atom bombs are worse than we thought. The electromagnetic energy generated by a nuclear detonation actually consists of three distinct pulses. The first, called E1, attacks solid-state electronics such as computers, cell phones and televisions. The second pulse, E2, is similar to a lightning strike and can be stopped by surge protection, provided said protection wasn’t destroyed by the E1 pulse. The E3 pulse, perhaps the most insidious, is a slow, longduration surge that attacks

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power-transmission lines and other electrical infrastructure. Scary, but why are people freaking out about EMP now? The first reason is that although the end of the Cold War has reduced the odds of a nuclear holocaust, the proliferation of atom bomb technology has increased the chances of other types of nuclear attack. An adroitly targeted EMP assault could cripple a country’s high technology while not directly killing anyone, reducing the likelihood of nuclear retaliation. In 1999 members of the Russian Duma, upset over NATO bombings in Yugoslavia, hinted about an EMP attack in response. Currently eight countries besides the U.S. could unleash a nuclear EMP assault, and 10

transformers, can’t be produced quickly. Our natural gas infrastructure would likely also be knocked out, and much of our telecommunications capability would be destroyed. If I were at 30,000 feet in a fly-by-wire civilian aircraft at the time of the attack, let’s just say I’d be concerned. Defending against an EMP would be costly. You’d need lots of spare parts and low-tech backup systems, plus shielding of key elements. It’s doable, but even the U.S. military hasn’t made much progress. Scoffers, of whom your columnist is habitually one, may be inclined to dismiss EMP as another faddish concern of professional worrywarts. (Remember biological warfare?) A successful assault would require mastery of multiple complex technologies, and North Korea, for one, has been having a helluva time just getting rockets to work. However, the real danger may not originate in Pyongyang or Tehran but in that bundle of uncontrollable energy overhead. Every so often the sun unleashes geomagnetic storms powerful enough to destroy transformers and cause blackouts. The 1859 Carrington solar storm, the strongest ever recorded, was so powerful that sparks from the currents induced in telegraph wires set telegraph paper on fire. If a storm like that were to happen in the age of the iPad, why, in the twinkling of an eye our entire civilization might be shut dm

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hat do you mean, why don’t we hear more? We’ve heard plenty. We have, for starters, been apprised of the EMP menace in a prescient 1993 column by (ahem) me. Admittedly I was suggesting EMP as a way of silencing obnoxious car stereos, which some may feel indicated a nonserious attitude toward the subject. This has left the heavy lifting in the EMP panic department to the likes of Newt Gingrich. Let me make up for that as best I can now. EMP could be, in theory, really bad. Although EMP was understood in a general way back in Manhattan Project days, its potentially devastating impact didn’t sink in until 1962, when the Starfish Prime atomic test over the Pacific unexpectedly wreaked electromagnetic havoc in Honolulu, 900 miles away. Hundreds of streetlights were knocked out, burglar alarms

others may be able to swing it soon. Nobody would put such a thing past the loose cannons running North Korea (which apparently has the bomb) and Iran (which apparently doesn’t yet). This led Newt “Mine the Moon” Gingrich to raise the specter of EMP doomsday during his recent presidential campaign. The second reason for renewed fear of EMP is that we’re becoming increasingly dependent on fragile electronics. Back in 1993 the web barely existed, smartphones were unknown, and it wasn’t unheard of to find vacuum tubes and nonelectronic controls at power plants and industrial facilities. Today, there’s vulnerable circuitry in just about everything. (OK, not barbecue grills. Barbecue grills are a rock.) Predictably, this fact has inspired apocalyptic scenarios: Imagine if every computer and embedded microchip east of the Mississippi stopped working! Maybe we’re not exactly back to stone knives and bearskins, but you might want to dust off the typewriter. And prepare to put some serious time in on that bike — critical automotive electronics could indeed be fried. Recognizing the situation, Congress established a commission to assess the EMP threat. In 2008 the commission reported that a couple of small nuclear devices exploded in the right places could shut down 70 percent or more of the U.S. power system. Fixing it could take a while — some components, such as very high voltage

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SD: Any interesting wildlife encounters? JF: Not so much here yet. But at Wilgus [State Park], I saw two bald eagles fighting over the river. One of them plummeted down into the river with a big splash. Eagles can’t fly from the water, so it actually swam with its wings to the shore. And when it got to the shore, it ruffled its feathers and walked up and, I guess, found a place to dry off so it could fly again.

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ew Vermonters can boast as Because Kim suffers from Raynaud’s spectacular a view from their disease, a condition that makes her home and office as John Frigault. extremities highly sensitive to cold, she But in his case, home and work and John winter each year in Junquillal. are the same place. The 49-year-old park It’s a small intentional community on ranger lives and works with his wife and the Pacific coast of Costa Rica that fellow ranger, Kim, high was created by Gardener’s atop 968-foot Mt. Philo in Supply founder Will Raap. Charlotte. Seven Days caught up Name The Frigaults may be with John Frigault at a scenic John Frigault relative newcomers to the overlook facing Kingsland 268-acre Mt. Philo State Bay and the Adirondacks — Town Park, but they’re hardly a spot, he says, where many Charlotte new to the state park people hold weddings and system. For the last eight other family gatherings. Job years, the duo has spent six SEVEN DAYS: Tell me Park ranger, months each year working about your typical park together as park rangers in Mt. Philo visitor. the Wilgus, Townsend and State Park JOHN FRIGAULT: It’s Jamaica state parks. Their a very special, spirituallatest assignment, Mt. Philo, type place. So we have started in April. people who come and do tai chi and The couple moved to Vermont yoga up here. And, being so close to from Connecticut in 1992 and Burlington and five colleges, we get got married the following year — on lots of kids. a mountaintop, of course. For about six years, they owned and operated SD: What’s the best part of your job? an off-the-grid alpaca farm in JF: The people. What we’re trying to Grafton, before getting into the do is provide the best possible visitor park-ranger gig. experience we’re able to — and this park

makes it easy. As long as we maintain the infrastructure and make sure the buildings and bathrooms are nice and clean, then people come up here and see the view and get the breezes off the lake, and it’s fantastic. And the sunsets! It’s like God stroking the heavens with a palette of color. SD: What’s the worst part of your job?

JF: That’s a tricky question. There really hasn’t been a downside. Sometimes within the park system, it’s hard to leave your park. We have a great, great management team, and they’re always telling us, “You need to leave the park and stay refreshed.” But right now it’s just awesome. I have nothing to complain about whatsoever. SD: Ever had any unusual experiences in the park? JF: Yes, every day! One day after dinner we’re walking to watch the sunset with our friends. It’s 45 degrees out and really breezy, and we go up to the rocks over there, and there’s this big pile of clothes and sneakers. My friend Angela peeks down, and I’m like, “Are there naked people down there?” And she’s like, “Yup!” I don’t know why in 45-degree weather on a windy day people would take off all their clothes and go sit on a cliff, but it was kind of funny.

SD: Why do people have to pay when they just walk into the park? JF: Our philosophy is, it’s an entrance fee to the park. So whether you’re walking, driving or riding your bike in, what we’re asking people to do is help support the park system. Because it takes a lot of time and money to keep this going for people. And a lot of work on a lot of different levels. We’re protecting this resource. We’re not in it for the money. We’re doing it because we love it. SD: Do you get asked that question a lot? JF: Yeah, we hear it all the time. SD: Why do people need to keep their dogs leashed? JF: We love dogs. We have two and take them for a walk every day. But it’s easier when everyone keeps their dogs leashed, so they’re not running through someone’s wedding ceremony [laughs]. SD: What’s the hardest part of your job? JF: Enforcement. We’re not police officers. We’re park rangers. When people are camping and drinking, they have to turn off their radios at quiet hours at 10 p.m. We have to explain to them that there are children over here sleeping. It’s a family park. But, for the most part, everyone is really, really cool here. SD: Have you and Kim always worked together in the parks? JF: Yup. We are an excellent team. Whatever I lack, she makes up for. m “Work” is a monthly interview feature showcasing a Vermonter with an interesting occupation. Suggest a job you would like to know more about: news@ sevendaysvt.com. Comment? Contact Ken Picard at ken@ sevendaysvt.com.

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Many crucial questions about the park’s origins had never been adequately answered, he adds, not even in a history he wrote in 1987 for the Red Sox Yearbook commemorating the park’s 75th anniversary. Stout says that, as he searched, he turned up even more questions and misconceptions about the park. “We all think we know everything there is to know about Fenway,” he says. “But there is so much to the story that had never been told before.” As an example, Stout notes that Fenway’s unique footprint has nothing to do with its present-day surroundings in Boston. Currently, the park is sandwiched between buildings on Lansdowne Street and Yawkey Way. Conventional thinking has long been that the park was designed to fit within those urban confines. But in 1912, the Fens in Boston more resembled farmland than a cramped cityscape. “It looked like Kansas,” says Stout. He discovered that the neighborhood now surrounding Fenway was made to fit the park, not the other way around. Before he became a writer, Stout worked as a librarian and in construc-

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been completely enclosed, becoming a structure comparable to the “bandbox” Fenway is known as today. The Red Sox went on to best the New York Giants in the 1912 World Series, a dramatic and controversial eight-game series they won four games to three — with one game declared a tie because of darkness. That season sparked the most successful run in Red Sox history. Between 1913 and 1918, the team appeared in and won four more World Series championships. Then it sold Babe Ruth and endured an 86-year title drought before winning in 2004 and again in 2007. But, as Stout reveals in Fenway 1912, through it all — from Ted Williams to Yaz, from Bucky “Bleeping” Dent to David Ortiz — Fenway Park has remained a dynamic testament to a game, to a team and, ultimately, to a city.

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635 feet from home plate, an unfathomable distance by today’s standards and a far cry from the 420-foot marker currently in Fenway’s center. “From my experiences playing baseball, that told me that outfielders could play more shallow at Fenway,” Stout says. That suited Hall of Fame center fielder Tris Speaker, who in 1912 had one of the greatest defensive seasons ever. Because of his elite speed, Speaker could cheat in and still have time to run back when the ball was hit over his head, confident that the closer outfield wall would bail him out if he misjudged its trajectory. In 1912, Speaker first performed what would become his signature play: the unassisted double play at second base, a rarity for outfielders, also facilitated by Fenway’s smaller dimensions. “That’s something that directly impacted the fortunes of the Red Sox that year,” Stout says. Part of the charm of Major League Baseball’s smallest park is its intimacy. Obstructed views and odd angles aside, it allows fans to be close to the action. Ironically, the initial reviews of the park suggested the exact opposite, as fans complained of a lack of closeness GL E NN S TO UT both to the field of play and to other fans. Stout explains that tion. Both experiences served him well the initial layout was much different in writing and researching Fenway 1912. from that of the park today. For instance, He says he unearthed a lot of informa- the grandstands along the first and third tion about the park’s construction from baselines were completely isolated from plans and permits. Playing baseball in the center-field bleachers, creating a his younger days was also key to unlock- literal disconnect between fans. ing some of Fenway’s mysteries, Stout The footprint of Fenway as it is now says. didn’t come into being until just weeks His sleuthing required reading be- before the 1912 World Series. The Red tween the lines and connecting dots Sox added nearly 12,000 seats to the from various sources. Stout essentially park, including bleachers in right field recreated the entire 1912 season from and on the playing field in front of the box scores and game reports. In this left-field wall — any ball hit into or over way, he discovered the important role the now dramatically close left-field the park played in the Red Sox’s success. stands was considered a ground-rule “For one thing, I noticed there was double. Another new fence was conan increase in outfield putouts,” he structed in right field, but it wasn’t explains. The Sox’s previous home, the solid. This right-field fence was essenHuntington Avenue Grounds, was cav- tially a railing, and any ball that passed ernous compared to Fenway. In 1908, through it, or even under it, was a home Huntington’s center-field wall stood run. It was the first time the park had

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oston’s Fenway Park is among the most famous and beloved sports arenas in the country. It is, as many a scribe has rhapsodized over the last 100 years, baseball’s cathedral. The oldest, and smallest, Major League park in existence, it offers a unique game experience. That is largely owing to its unusual dimensions and quirks — the Green Monster, Pesky’s Pole and the Triangle. Baseball fans of all allegiances adore it. It’s an arena rich with history and shrouded in mythology. This year, Fenway Park celebrates its centennial, and, in his book Fenway 1912: The Birth of a Ballpark, a Championship Season, and Fenway’s Remarkable First Year, Alburgh-based sportswriter Glenn Stout offers an unusually comprehensive history. In that inaugural year, the team — in fourth place the previous season — became an unlikely powerhouse and World Series champion. Fenway Park was as much key to the team’s triumph as were players such as Smoky Joe Wood, Harry Hooper and Tris Speaker. Stout is an accomplished sports writer and historian. He’s authored, coauthored, edited or ghostwritten some 80 books, including histories of the New York Yankees, the Chicago Cubs and the Red Sox. He writes a sports biography series, Good Sports, aimed at young adults. He is also the editor of the annual anthology series The Best American Sports Writing. But Fenway 1912 may be Stout’s most significant work to date. Earlier this year, the Society for American Baseball Research recognized it as the best book of baseball biography or history in 2011, granting it the prestigious Seymour Medal. To piece together the history of Fenway Park, Stout spent three years researching the book, meticulously combing through the Boston Globe archives and microfilm of other newspapers for any tidbit he could find. But he says he specifically avoided reading other histories of the ballpark for fear of repeating inaccuracies. “Just because something was written before doesn’t necessarily mean it was true,” Stout says in a phone conversation.

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Rock borrows a lighter from a farmhand and lights the corner of a shred of cardboard, which he places on the bed directly in the flame weeder’s path. He turns on the propane and wheels the beast over the burning cardboard. Whoosh! Flames billow onto the bed below. Rock grabs two handles on the front of the machine and, suddenly looking like a dark lord of the underworld, slowly pushes the weeder down the row. The project has made him a little nervous, “because, you know, you’re playing with fire,” he says. Early in the weeder’s development, Rock would crouch down to ignite it with a barbecue lighter. One time he got too close, and the flames singed off his eyelashes. Once Rock has perfected the weeder, he plans to upload the blueprints to Farm Hack, a nationwide onand off-line community of farmers who share projects, some modifying existing technology and others inventing something new. “The big problem on the modern small farm is that technology doesn’t always exist at the scale we’re operating at,” says Rock. For example, how does a small farmer dry his lettuce? Products abound to help 1000acre farms wash and spin-dry their greens in bulk, but those machines are simply too big, and expensive, for a farm the size of Pitchfork. “I’ve seen people spinning leaves dry with those buckets where you turn the handle,” Rock says. “I have a friend who connected human power to a washing machine — it’s since been abandoned for an electric motor.” Rock’s solution? He took apart a pair of household washing machines and rigged them so all he has to do to drain water from his arugula and spinach is toss the leaves in and hit “spin cycle.” Rock’s earlier creations can be found all over the farm. His first was a pedal-powered, prone workstation for hand weeding, which currently sits unused beneath a tree near a buckwheat field. “I should rebuild that thing,” muses Rock. Beside it is his first successful creation, a high-density seeder. Rock draws his designs on Google SketchUp, an easy-to-use 3-D modeling program, and has even taken ILLUSTRATION: STEVE WEIGL

emember when geeks were uncool? John Cohn does. The 52-year-old IBM fellow recalls the disapproving look people shot him when, growing up, he told them he wanted to be an engineer. “I’ve spent my whole adult life trying to get other people interested in geekiness,” he says. Looks like it worked — the Age of the Geek has arrived. With the advent of the internet, open-source software, and increasingly affordable and accessible high-tech tools, making stuff isn’t just possible; it’s hip. Evidence of both qualities is in the pages of Make magazine, where readers find slouch-detecting belts and Star Wars deck chairs. You’ll even find instructions for do-it-yourself space exploration using homemade satellites. Yes, really. Vermont’s “makers” — a term that originated in the early 2000s, meaning any amateur or professional inventor of physical objects — are farmers, programmers, artists, educators and kids. Whether they’re dreaming up Roomba-style contraptions to scare the deer from their fields or creating sound installations for a gallery, makers have a few things in common: curiosity; a renegade, DIY spirit; and a willingness — even eagerness — to share. “The whole idea is that you give freely of your ideas,” says Cohn. “There’s always been a core group of makers in Vermont, but they may not have called themselves makers,” says Eric Hall, an active member in the newly formed Vermont Makers community. “I worked with a man who smelted his own metal to make a cannon from scratch.” Thanks to the formation of Vermont Makers; the unveiling of the University of Vermont’s new fabrication laboratory, or “fab lab”; and the announcement of a Champlain Maker Faire in September, the state’s makers have been emerging, sharing ideas, collaborating on projects and developing physical spaces where they can work together. “The maker movement is really about taking back control of our consumerism, being more thoughtful about our relationship to the things that we use,” says Ken Howell, the interim director of Champlain College’s MFA

in Emergent Media, who has partnered with Vermont Makers to host meet-ups. For Hall, who writes software for a living, making is all about connecting with his 8-year-old son — they use LED lights to soup up model train sets together. “On a random rainy day, he’ll come say, ‘Let’s go invent something.’ That creativity is the key.” Seven Days peered into the Burlington area’s wild and woolly maker scene, which seems to be growing exponentially — just like the technology that fuels it.

Farmers, the original makers Rob Rock is the 32-year-old co-owner of Pitchfork Farms in Burlington’s Intervale. On a recent drizzly afternoon, he’s out on his 16 acres with the prototype of his latest invention: the flame weeder. “It’s like a barbecue tank that you roll around,” he explains with a grin. It looks about as safe. He’s fixed a propane tank atop a rectangular metal frame on four wheels. A tube connects the tank to a row of miniature flame throwers below, positioned just a few inches above the seedbed. Burning off weeds isn’t a new concept. Farmers have long known that if you heat the water inside a weed’s cells to 180 degrees Fahrenheit, you can rupture the cell wall. But Rock’s device makes the process easier. He doesn’t have to carry a propane tank on his back, and because his machine is the same width as the seedbed, he can burn the whole row at once.

advantage of 3-D “printing,” which spits out parts to order. For the seeder, he painstakingly machined 16 small plastic parts before he discovered he could have sent the design to ponoko.com to have them printed — for $3 each. Rock has no background in engineering. He’s learned by taking things apart and putting them back together — and from reading Make magazine. That’s where he learned about the Arduino, a dirt-cheap, customizable, open-source microcontroller — essentially, the brain of a computer — that is changing the nature of DIY projects. The Arduino, which can receive input from the environment through sensors, has endless applications on the farm. One of them is the automated chicken coop that Rock read about in Make. Farmers have programmed their Arduinos to count their hens as they enter the coop at dusk. “When all four of your chickens have gone into the coop, it’ll send you a text message that says, ‘The girls are home,’ shut the door and turn on the light for an hour while they settle in,” says Rock.

The group, which was formed in 2010 as an offshoot of the worldwide monthly hacker meetings known as 2600, recently became a nonprofit called Vermont Hackerspaces, Inc. Last January, Lab B took up residence in the former walk-in freezer of Burlington’s Hood Plant. “That’s why there are drains on the floor,” explains the group’s director, Jesse Krembs, a data engineer at FairPoint Communications. During Lab B’s regular open hours — Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. — hackers drop by to work on and share projects. On one recent evening, five core members take time off from their tinkering to welcome a visitor, a newcomer to the hacker scene. That scene started in 1980s Germany with the Chaos Computer Club, a group of programmers advocating for government transparency and universal access to technology, explains Krembs. The club visited the U.S. in 2000 to share its model for so-called hacker spaces, and the phenomenon of hackers collaborating in large groups took off. “Then we got more nerds,” says Krembs. “And

all cleaned up and happy. The principle’s the same: Find technology and break it — or make it.” At Lab B, there’s a bit of both. And the group accepts new members, whether they consider themselves hackers or makers. The only requirement is that members be “adult-type people,” says Krembs. “It doesn’t mean you are an adult. It means you’re not a jerk.” Plenty of what hackers do at Lab B, says member Sam Stelfox, “is just to prove that we can do it.” Frank Thornton, a former Shelburne police detective who now owns the digital forensics and penetrationtesting firm Blackthorn Information Security, agrees. “There’s nothing like getting a bunch of alpha geeks together and saying, ‘What if we press this button?’” he says. But there are practical applications for their projects, too. Krembs has plans to use an Arduino microcontroller to track the temperature of his compost pile, as well as of his homebrew. Doug Smith, who recently finished tweaking the lab’s landline so that messages left on its PHOTOS: MATTHEW THORSEN

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then being a nerd somehow became cool.” Next came fab labs, which grew out of a popular class at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology called “How to Make (Almost) Anything.” The idea was simple: Equip a lab with state-of-the-art digital technology — 3-D printers, laser cutters and more — and open it up to the community. You don’t have to be an expert to play around in a fab lab; all you need is an idea. Then, in 2005, Dale Dougherty published the first issue of Make magazine, popularizing the concept of amateur inventing by featuring cool DIY projects along with designs and instructions. The magazine also helped to rebrand hackers, a term that connotes mischief, as the friendlier-sounding “makers.” These days, you’ll find maker spaces as well as hacker spaces. The difference? Not much, says Krembs. “It’s basically the same stuff, but

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answering machine are forwarded directly to each of the core members’ cellphones, has been constructing a 3-D television made of LEDs. Eventually, the volumetric display will be a multiplayer game of Snakes. Many of these projects are possible because of the Arduino. “You don’t need to know everything about electrical engineering and programming and computer engineering just to make this one little device work,” says treasurer Chad Loseby. “It’s basically big, physical and virtual LEGOs.” All it takes is basic programming knowledge and the willingness to noodle around online for directions and inspiration. That’s the big secret to learning new technology. “Most problems have been solved by somebody else,” says Krembs. “And maybe they’ve talked about it online, and usually you just need a hint about how to get there.” Any time you start talking about the open-source movement, you start talking big ideas. Over the next hour and a half, the conversation at Lab B darts around excitedly, from P.T. Barnum and the collective intelligence of crowds to AIDS research, prosthetic limbs and 3-D printers. And, of course, to paradigm shifts. It won’t be long before everyone has access to 3-D printers and downloadable designs for objects, Thornton says. Imagine the knob breaks on your washing machine, he suggests. Instead of buying a new one from the company that sold you the thing, you can download a non-digital-rights design (one that is not proprietary)

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Rock is hoping to use the Arduino to address a universal farm nuisance: deer munching on his crops. The idea is to set up sensors at the corners of his fields so that a deer crossing the sensor triggers a light cannon, which frightens it away. When Rock brought up the idea at a meeting of Burlington hackers who call themselves Laboratory B, he says, “One of the guys looked up from the circuit board he was soldering, and he was like, ‘I’ll help you with that!’ And I’m like, ‘Hell, yeah, man!’” Turns out computer programmers and farmers have a lot in common. “On the farm, you really thrive on that from-scratch-ness,” says Rock. “Like, goddamnit, this isn’t working! Why can’t I just do it the way I want?”

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Fab labs When UVM’S Vermont FabLab held its grand opening in May, organizers were expecting to show off the new digs and state-of-the-art tools to a small group of enthusiastic tech geeks. But the lab in Votey Hall was overrun that afternoon with makers and wannabe makers from far beyond the college community. It’s no wonder. The place is equipped with some badass tools, including an electronics station, circuit-board fabrication, a 3-D scanner and a 3-D printer the size of a vending machine. At the opening event, onlookers watched through the printer’s glass front as it constructed an oversize chess piece using a coil of plastic cord. On the other side of the crowded room, a laser cutter was “engraving” the words “Vermont FabLab” onto laser-cut ovals of lavash bread. (It can cut much tougher stuff, including Plexiglas, plywood, thin aluminum, cloth and leather.) John Cohn, who helped get the fab lab off the ground, scurried around with LED lights strung around his head, passing out lasered lavash as hors d’oeuvres. Currently the UVM fab lab is open only to students, but the school plans to make it available to the public through a continuing-education program. An affiliated fab lab is slated to open at Essex High School in the fall. Both are modeled on MIT’s program. When it comes to maker spaces, Cohn believes the more the merrier. “I think it would be great if you could make one perfect facility for everyone,” he says. “But my practical view is that these things live and breathe on the personal passion of whoever’s running them.” And it’s not all about the fancy equipment. “I think the skills and interest are more important than the tools,” Cohn notes. But some in the Vermont maker community feel strongly about building a centralized hub. Matt Penney, who runs the artisan collective Pine Street Studios, is one of them. He’s on the steering committee, with Rob Rock, steel artist Kat Clear and several other area makers, of a proposed community workshop in the

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Queen City’s South End. They’re calling it Fab Lab Burlington. A community maker hub, says Penney, “can put Burlington on the map. I think it could be helpful and beneficial to the city.” Rock agrees. “If you had a common space where everyone could work together, you’d have the guy working on the Iron Man costume for Halloween, but also someone working on a new seeder.” Penney, whose Pine Street Studios focus on traditional industrial arts such as metalwork and iron pouring, is in this for two reasons: to stimulate community engagement with the arts and to revive the South End’s industrial buildings. “Ever since I was a kid, I was always interested in bringing things back to life,” he says. Ideally, Penney says, the fab lab would occupy a currently empty wooden structure connected to the Pine Street Studios building. “Right now it has a leaky membrane floor and is developing a great culture for something inside, which is mold,” he quips.

Most fab labs have what makers call a “clean” room for computer programming and a “dirty” room for 3-D printing, computer-numeric-control (CNC) machine tools and the like. Penney envisions one more room at Fab Lab Burlington equipped with traditional machine-shop tools. “I’m going to call it the dirty, dirty space,” he says with a smile. “In my ideal world, it would all be in one space, and these cultures could share time and stories.”

Building a community When Jenn Karson cofounded the Vermont Makers community last fall, all she wanted was to find people who shared her interests, namely using open-source technologies such as the Arduino to make art. She never expected so many enthusiasts to explode out of the woodwork. It all started with a Twitter feed. After attending a code camp at UVM, Karson tweeted that she was looking for members to join an Arduino user group.

One person contacted her, then another. When they were three, they wrote the Vermont Makers charter and published it in a Google group. Twenty people signed up, and Karson contacted Ken Howell at Champlain College, who offered them a place to gather. In this digital age, face-to-face contact is still crucial when it comes to building a community. “Without that, I don’t think it would be flourishing,” says Cohn. And physical gatherings are crucial to Vermont Makers’ mission, which includes hosting meet-ups, workshops and even a monthly book club (July’s book is Program or Be Programmed: Ten Commands for a Digital Age by Douglas Rushkoff ). Karson and co. decided to hold their first meet-up immediately after a talk at Champlain College by the California algorithmic artist Casey Reas, whose work was exhibited at the BCA Center. A rock star in the maker world, Reas creates his organic abstractions using the open-source software platform he developed specifically for visual artists, called Processing. It was a smart move — 40 people showed up for Reas’ talk, and 60 came to the maker meet-up afterward. Vermont Makers was off the ground. “My interest is creating a community that is made up of tech, arts and science people who come together to share ideas,” says Karson. As a sound artist, she believes the arts are integral to creating a compassionate society. But the art world is “so isolated, and it can be kind of snotty,” Karson says. The tech and science worlds can be similarly exclusive, and each group has its own language. “Our first meet-up was very techy, and there were people talking about stuff that I didn’t understand,” she says. “I’ve trained myself not to be intimidated by it.” Karson discovered programming in the past five years. But the maker community is so accessible, she says, that she navigated the learning curve quickly. Tech geeks these days are a different breed from the troubleshooters she used to call to help fix her computer when she worked at UVM. “They’d talk to me like a total idiot, and then tell me how to fix the problem, and I still didn’t understand it,” she says. “This is so different.” That desire for accessibility perfectly fits Ken Howell’s vision for Champlain’s emergent-media program. Eventually, he says, he’d like to be able to get new technology into the hands of community members who might not otherwise have access, starting by offering low-cost workshops this fall. But he’s also interested in the potential of the maker movement on a personal level. An artist himself, Howell has used microcontrollers in his installations, which explore human interactions with machines. “A lot of the sensor-driven stuff that the Arduino does is about making

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hen 92-year-old Olive Smith passed away on June 22, her obituary in the Rutland Herald featured an unusual plug for a local business: “There will be no calling hours, but the family knows Olive would be pleased if folks went to Seward’s Dairy Bar and had something to eat.” These days, Seward’s Dairy Bar is called Seward Family Restaurant. But for many Rutland natives — including Smith, who could regularly be found there solving crossword puzzles before her death — the 65-year-old restaurant has a lifetime’s worth of associations. And for June Hier, who began serving at Seward’s 64 years ago and still works there, the passing of her original customers marks the end of an era. Smith was the last of them. Roland Q. Seward opened the Seward Dairy at 224 North Main Street in 1947. Much like the food hubs and venture centers of today, Seward’s plant was a state-of-the-art facility that processed milk from small local dairies. Some milk, such as that from Proctor Creamery, was packed and sold in the farm’s own cartons and bottles. Seward bought the rest and used it in homemade cheddar, cottage cheese and ice cream — which he sold at Seward’s Dairy Bar. The year the business opened, 15-year-old June Hier thought she might be able to earn extra pocket money by scooping homemade ice cream there during her summer break. “They turned me down flat,” remembers the 80-yearold. “I said, ‘Phooey on them! I’ll never go to eat there or anything!’” But the following summer, Hier found herself coveting a blue carriage coat she’d seen in the window of a downtown store, so she applied once again at Seward’s. This time, the manager judged the rising high school senior old enough

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Seward slowly closed all but the original Rutland location. And Hier learned the new floor plan when the Dairy Bar became the much larger Seward Family Restaurant in 1986. Seward himself never got to see the change. He passed away a year before his longtime dream of full-service dining was realized. The restaurant is now owned and operated by his son, Tom Seward, and Tom’s wife, Karen, who says she goes by the title of restaurant “mother.” Hier says the food itself hasn’t changed much. It’s a subject she knows intimately — she serves it every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, from 4 p.m. until closing at around 9 p.m. “It’s a type of food that’s home-like food. They call it a ‘family restaurant’ for a reason,” she explains. “You get your macaroni and cheese or your hot dogs and homemade mashed potatoes and gravy.” When Karen Seward asks her if she can recall all the different varieties of gravy, Hier begins by throwing her head back and exclaiming, “Oh, boy!” Sharp as a tack, or at least a particularly crispy sugar cone, the waitress reels off all five homemade varieties, including beef, chicken, turkey, pork and special potroast gravy. Most of the time, two cooks are on duty in the labyrinthine, semiopen kitchen that lies just feet from the restaurant’s old-fashioned, horseshoeshaped counter and comfy padded booths. That number doesn’t include Tom and Karen Seward, who make the gravies, soups and many daily specials themselves to keep the flavors in the family. Neither Seward had ever cooked outside the home when they moved from the dairy side of the business to the restaurant in 1998. That was the year Seward’s ceased its milk-plant operations — and stopped making its FROZEN IN TIME

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lifestyle, well-balanced. From a personal point [of view], I like Burlington as a city a lot.” Creyf describes Mr. Crêpe as a fast-casual restaurant, with quick service but elegant seating. Unlike the Somerville location, the Burlington spot will serve beer and wine, making it more of a dining destination than a quick lunch stop, Creyf hopes. Creyf says he’s not concerned about competing with Lake Street’s skINNy paNcakE and its outdoor Church Street cart. Like the siDe Dishes

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own ice cream. In a cycle of business that suggests “The Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly,” West Lynn Creamery in Massachusetts purchased Seward’s dairy business. Soon after, West Lynn sold out to Garelick Farms, which was in turn purchased by Dean Foods. “It was economy of scale,” says Karen Seward, whose husband was not available for comment. At its peak, Seward’s supplied many local “homemade” ice cream vendors with its own creemee base. Now, the still-active outdoor Dairy Bar counter sells frozen treats from New York-based Perry’s Ice Cream. Though the cream is no longer local, Karen Seward says the Perry’s scoops are strikingly similar in texture and quality to the original Seward’s product. “If our customer base was disappointed, we would have certainly found other ice cream that was comparable to what we were making,” she adds. Apparently there haven’t been many complaints. A wide selection helps; Seward’s now has about 50 rotating flavors, compared with a peak of 30 when the dairy was making its own desserts. Current flavors include spiced pumpkin; a bright-yellow, cake-flavored ice cream with chocolate frosting swirls and pound-cake pieces; and White Lightning, a concoction of dark chocolate with streaks of mint-flavored white fudge. And the special ice cream creations haven’t gone anywhere. Seward’s old-timers remember the Awful Awful, a 24-ounce milkshake made from creemee mix. It’s still on the menu under the less distinctive name of Super Milk Shake, with the slogan “awful awesome.” The classic Awful Awful recipe, says Karen Seward, came from a company that sold specially labeled cups and supplies to stores throughout New England. When Rhode Island-based Newport Creamery purchased that small business, it took rights to the name. One thing that hasn’t changed at Seward’s is the Pig’s Dinner. The most expensive dish on the dessert menu by several dollars, it’s a troughful of ice cream. Literally. The extra-large banana split, with four scoops, four toppings and a whole banana, is served in a miniature trough. “How

does Mommy’s little piggy eat?” At Seward’s. The Pig’s Dinner is as much a Seward’s standard as the Cabot cheddar macaroni and cheese, the meatloaf or the burger. The last one harks back to the Dairy Bar’s snack-bar incarnation, which Seward compares to the midcentury diner on TV’s “Happy Days.” Today, cooks form the patties daily and never press them when cooking. The result is extraordinarily juicy and slightly crumbly, but not greasy. Griddling the bun adds crunch and keeps the dough from absorbing messy juices. Inside, there’s mild Cabot cheddar, “special sauce” and bright lettuce and tomato. It’s nothing fancy or out of the ordinary, just a basic, well-made cheeseburger with sides of creamy, poppy-seed-speckled coleslaw and crispy steak fries. Make that “freedom fries” — Seward’s hasn’t abandoned the post-9/11 menu change. From the $4.05 “fish on a bun” to the $6.75 hot beef with barbecue sauce, Hier knows all the dishes — but won’t name favorites. “It all looks wonderful, and we’re happy and proud to serve it,” she says diplomatically.

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granddaughter, doesn’t foresee quitting anytime soon. “I’ll stay until I’ve accomplished my 65th year, then wing it after that,” she says with a toothy grin. “I don’t have plans to retire, but my legs are not what they used to be. At the end of the night, they feel just like wooden stumps. It’s not conducive to fast waitressing.” Whatever Hier’s speed, Seward says she wants to keep her around the restaurant as long as she’ll stay. “She’s been an inspiration to many, many a woman at Seward’s that working keeps your mind alert and keeps you thinking young,” Seward says. And perhaps Hier’s enthusiasm is helping to keep Seward’s quick on its feet. Though she says senior citizens are the most reliable dinner customers, young families come in at all hours for food, ice cream and a taste of history. As Hier speaks, young children play nearby on a train covered with papiermâché ice cream — a new generation of potential regulars replacing Olive Smith’s old guard.

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As for Karen Seward, she’s proudest of the Lemon Luscious pie that she prepares herself. The tall slice looks like a slab of sunshine plated with a dense whipped-cream cloud cover. Seward’s sweet homemade shortbread crust holds a thin layer of cream cheese, covered in turn with more-sweetthan-tart lemon custard. She says it’s among the restaurant’s most popular pies, along with chocolate, coconut and banana cream. Seward is a relative newcomer, having worked in the business since she married Tom in 1991. Hier holds the title of longest-tenured employee — but not the oldest. That’s Beverly Loso, who is a month older than Hier and has “only been [at Seward’s] 20 years,” according to the younger waitress. Rivaling Hier’s run is Sarah Belcher, who has been the business’ full-time bookkeeper for the past 50 years. Hier remembers Belcher coming into the dairy with her milkman father well before that. Hier, who lives nearby with her husband of 62 years and teenaged

“In West Glover, we’re busier than we’d like to be,” says Meese, a bustle to which anyone who has waited on line at Parker Pie can attest. “We really feel like we are moving food out of our kitchen about as fast as we possibly can,” he adds. “We’re trying to expand in a way that gives people the option of another place to go, and we wanted to have something close to Newport, yet close to our existing restaurant.” Easing crowds is only part of the story, though: Meese is passionate about both Newport and emerging transportation options, and he is taking flying lessons. “I’m personally driven to look at the future of transport in the Northeast Kingdom and Vermont,” says Meese. “I’m looking ahead to trains and taxis and airplanes for travel, and the airport is part of all that.” Meese is working on nascent plans for a “foodcentric” train to run between White River Junction and Newport. Meese says the new space will allow Parker Pie to hold more concerts, too. “It’s a bigger, better venue for music,” he says.

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— including a stunning shoreline along Lake Memphremagog — rising unemployment, crime and poverty threatened to render the city a northern purgatory. That didn’t daunt the Richardis, who had scouted around New England for a place to open a restaurant and enjoy the outdoors. They found the Kingdom to be “one of the most beautiful places in New England, if not the most beautiful,” Frank Richardi says. Though stately buildings were in good supply in Newport, fine dining wasn’t. “We were pioneers,” Richardi concedes. “We looked at Newport and thought, In 20 years, this place is really going to take off. It was one of the last areas of New England that hadn’t been overbuilt.” In their new resto, the couple began dishing out ravioli, grilling thin-crust pizzas and stuffing pork chops with Gorgonzola cheese, and they slowly but steadily built a clientele. The Northeast Kingdom’s food revolution was barely a stirring at that point, but still, Richardi strove to source local foods, including tomatoes and basil from his own garden. It wasn’t until six years later that Newport scored a Vermont Downtown

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designation and formed the Newport City Renaissance Corporation, a nonprofit aimed at giving the place a shot in the arm. “We knew we had this wonderful waterfront, that where we were situated in Vermont is very special, and that the people who live and work and play here are genuine people,” says NCRC director Patricia Sears. Soon the city was landing grants, and it attracted the attention of the American Institute of Architects; in 2009, that group chose Newport as the first Regional/Urban Design Assistance Team location in Vermont. A national team

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of architects visited the city and met with residents to come up with urban planning suggestions; the AIA calls it a “historic event” that could change the face of Newport. Native son Paul Dreher — also an architect, and the city’s zoning administrator — recalls the Newport of the 1980s as vibrant. But, after years of

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Dreher and others collaborated to transform an empty parking lot surrounded by rentals into a community garden planted with tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, strawberries and greens; some of this produce was sold to local restaurants. The garden is also the setting for workshops on food preservation and preparation, and a nexus for neighborhood gatherings.

also includes a cheese monger, meat and seafood counters and a bistro. “It’s definitely going to be a hub,” she says. Steve Brault, who purchased Newport Natural Market and Café two years ago, is also part of the effort. Brault moved to the area a few years back from New Jersey. “I had no idea I was going to end up owning a natural-food store,” he says. But when

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At the NCRC, Sears cofounded Fresh by Nature, a sort of mini-Vermont Fresh Network, to help publicize the city’s edible assets and connect farmers with restaurateurs, consumers and tourists. Many community leaders have joined forces behind the Northeast Kingdom Tasting Center, a three-story food mecca planned for construction inside a former department store on Main Street. Among those involved are Eleanor and Albert Leger of West Charleston’s Eden Ice Cider, who hope to make their business the center’s anchor tenant. “[The building] has 8000 square feet on the lower level, which is a wonderful place to have a winery,” Eleanor Leger says. “It would give us this great production space, and a presence on Main Street to promote who we are and what we do. Right now, we’re a mile up a dirt road.” Sears says the vision for the center

he did, Brault “kicked it up a notch”; he rehabbed the façade, added a juice machine, expanded the market’s hours and laced the menu with local produce from Pete’s Greens, Westfield’s Berry Creek Farm and Butterworks Farm, among others. During the Taste of Newport, Brault served up fresh greens from Berry Creek and sprouts from Albany’s Peace of Earth Farm dressed with local maple vinaigrette, and doled out bowls of hearty bison chili with beefalo from Spring Hill Angus. “Newport is definitely in an upswing,” Brault says. “We’re bucking a lot of trends.” The city’s comeback is not without its bumps, however. California native Scott Shipley, who opened Habanero’s last year, plans to move his business to Derby soon. He blames the “riff-raff” on Main Street for spooking his customers — some have been spat on, he claims. And Shipley is

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layoffs, downtown stores began to “close at a steady clip. It sort of bottomed out,” he says. Dreher left to attend university and then work with an architecture firm in New York City, but he returned to Newport a year before it became an R/UDAT city — and was thrilled by the news. “Holy smokes, that’s a really rare thing!” he remembers thinking of the architectural honor. “It’s like the queen coming to your town.” If Newport had been parched for innovation, “the group that came in from the American Institute of Architects was like splashing cold water on us,” says Sears of the group’s recommendations, which were woven into a visionary new planning code for Newport. “They reminded us to look at what our assets are — looking out the window to the lake, looking down the street at our restaurants, looking to all of the people who turned out over those five days [of the initial visit].” One key asset was food. “Food is critical for two reasons,” says Dreher. “One, because of the national trend toward the importance of food and food systems. And our objective was also to combat food insecurity.”

dismayed that his car has been vandalized three times. “With this gorgeous lake and all of these Canadians coming to town, why aren’t we thriving?” he says, still hearing off-notes in the city’s giddy buzz. Dreher recognizes the city’s ongoing challenges, too, but remains undaunted. “This is still a high-poverty place,” he says. “From the vantage point of a planner, those challenges are actually opportunities.” The problems haven’t deterred Dena Gray, who runs the popular East Side Restaurant & Pub and last year opened Le Belvedere on the waterfront with manager Véronique Rancourt and chef Jason Marcoux. For them, the worst part of doing business in Newport is enduring the cold weather. “Winters are hard,” admits Rancourt, who is originally from Québec. It wasn’t easy to take a gamble that local eaters were ready for tapas, sushi and martinis, either. “At first, people might not have recognized [some dishes], and it took a while before we started selling them,” Rancourt says of fare such as scallops in a maple-bourbon sauce and sea bass in Pernod cream. “Then they come back.” During Taste of Newport, lateafternoon sunlight spilled into Le Belvedere’s lounge as diners munched on shrimp tempura rolls and local veal meatballs in Stroganoff sauce. Marcoux says finding local produce still poses challenges and requires commitment. “I’m creating my own resources. I have a small garden behind the restaurant, and I have a massive garden at another location,” says Marcoux, who also works with a growing network of local farmers. Having grown up in Newport, he remembers a lot of “family-style restaurants, snack bars and pizza joints.” Now a New England Culinary Institute-trained chef, he is thrilled to be spearheading a new food movement in his hometown. “Over the past 29 years, I’ve seen the food world evolve here,” Marcoux says. “There is a clientele out there looking for the kind of food I’m doing. I would like to believe we’re helping to change [people’s palates].” m

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Summer Book Sale: High-quality used — and sometimes new — tomes are organized by subject. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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Mastermind Group Meeting: Big dreamers build a supportive network as they try to realize business goals in an encouraging environment. Best Western Waterbury-Stowe, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7822.

crafts

Open Knit & Crochet: Stitch and tell: Fiber fans work on current projects in good company. Kaleidoscope Yarns, Essex Junction, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 288-9200.

dance

Square Dance Workshop: Spectators are welcome as Green Mountain Steppers Square Dance Club members do-si-do and swing their partners ’round. St. John Vianney Parish Hall, South Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free to watch. Info, 879-7283.

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Climate Summer Riders: Eco-conscious folks discuss community climate concerns over lunch. Bradford Public Library, noon. Free. Info, 222-4536, bradfordpubliclibrary@gmail.com.

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fairs & festivals

Kingdom Aquafest: Folks gear up for fun in the sun along the shores of Lake Memphremagog. Activities include the Kingdom Swim, bed racing, a boat parade and a log-rolling competition. Various locations, Newport, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $5 button; most events are free; see kingdomaquafest. com for schedule. Info, 323-8424 or 334-6345.

film

‘Darling Companion’: Diane Keaton stars in Lawrence Kasdan’s 2012 dramedy about a woman who loves her dog more than her husband (Kevin Kline). Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7:30 p.m. $5-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child’: Tamra Davis’s 2010 documentary includes a

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food & drink

Fletcher Allen Farmers Market: Locally sourced meats, vegetables, bakery items, breads and maple syrup give hospital employees and visitors the option to eat healthfully. McClure Entrance, Fletcher Allen Health Care, Burlington, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 847-0797, tanya.mcdonald@vtmednet.org. Hinesburg Lions Farmers Market: Growers sell bunched greens, herbs and fruit among vendors of fresh-baked pies, honeycomb, artisan breads and marmalade. United Church of Hinesburg, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 482-3904 or 482-2651. Jericho Farmers Market: Passersby graze through locally grown veggies, pasture-raised meats, area wines and handmade crafts. Mills Riverside Park, Jericho, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, jerichofarmersmarket@gmail.com.

f you were to be stranded on a desert island, what would you bring? Prospero, the exiled Duke of Milan in Shakespeare’s The Tempest, gets by with a magic staff, a book of spells and an otherworldly sprite to do his bidding. By sorcering up a terrific storm, Prospero shipwrecks all of his enemies on the very same island. This impassioned tale of revenge reaches new heights with Academy Award winner Christopher Plummer — Captain von Trapp himself — at the helm in a performance captured live at the 2011 Stratford Shakespeare Festival, finally reaching select screens this summer. The Globe and Mail proclaims Plummer “a true wizard with Shakespeare’s words.”

Stratford Shakespeare Festival’s ‘The Tempest’ Thursday, July 5, 7 p.m., at Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. $10-23. Info, 603-646-2422. hop.dartmouth.edu

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New North End Farmers Market: Eaters stroll through an array of offerings, from sweet treats to farm-grown goods. Elks Lodge, Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-8072, newnorthendmarket@hotmail.com. Peacham Farmers Market: Seasonal berries and produce mingle with homemade crafts and baked goods from the village. Academy Green, Peacham, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 592-3161. Waterbury Farmers Market: Cultivators and their customers swap veggie tales and edible inspirations at a weekly outdoor emporium. Rusty Parker Memorial Park, Waterbury, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, 522-5965, info@waterburyfarmersmarket. com.

games

Chess Group: Novice and expert players compete against real humans, not computers. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $2. Info, 324-1143.

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JUL.7 | MUSIC Gray Matter He rose to fame with chart toppers such as “Babylon” and “This Year’s Love,” but English singer-songwriter David Gray views the realm of mainstream music as “hostile terrain.” Called a “moody balladeer” by the Irish Times, Gray marches to the beat of a different drummer with deeply introspective lyrics and his signature, spare mix of folk, alt-rock and electronics. “Sail Away” with him as he brings his spine-tingling piano work and sometimes guttural, sometimes honey-smooth vocals to a concert on the green at Shelburne Museum this Saturday. Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna opens. Courtesy of David Gray

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The stage has seen its fair share of nefarious villains, but few incur such sheer terror as a man known as the “Highland hit man” — a Scotsman who plays the bagpipes before offing his victims. OK, we’re kidding. There may be a killer in a kilt, but Paul Slade Smith’s Unnecessary Farce is all about the laugh factor. Presented by Saint Michael’s Playhouse, this madcap production brings together bumbling cops, an illicit love affair, an embezzlement scheme and a member of the Scottish mafia so thickly accented that his words are lost in translation. Picture “the Marx Brothers updated in tempo and relevance for today’s world,” writes City Pulse.

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Bats, Bats, Bats: Children’s librarian Jerry Schneider shares fun facts about nature’s best bug zappers — and listeners make bat T-shirts to take home. Bradford Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536, bradfordpubliclibrary@ gmail.com. ‘Beanstalk! the Musical’: Magic beans sprout a family-friendly fairy tale of adventure, presented by the Vermont Children’s Theater. Vermont Children’s Theater, Lyndonville, 7 p.m. $5-10. Info, 626-5358. ‘caps for sale’: PuppeTree presents a dramatic rendition of Esphyr Slobodkina’s 1938 children’s book, a tale of “monkey see, monkey do.” Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free; ticket required. Info, 388-4097. crafternoon: Visual learners entering grades K through 8 expand their horizons in arts activities. Sarah Partridge Community Library, East Middlebury, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7588. early-literacy story tiMe: Weekly themes educate preschoolers and younger children on basic reading concepts. Westford Public Library, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-5639, westford_pl@vals. state.vt.us. kids in the kitchen: Combat the heat with frozen treats! Youngsters make layered Zoku pops using yogurt, fruits, juices and more. Healthy Living Market and Café, South Burlington, 3:304:30 p.m. $20 per adult/child pair; preregister. Info, 863-2569, ext. 1. Music With raphael: Preschoolers up to age 5 bust out song and dance moves to traditional and original folk music. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

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music

‘500 years of Music for guitar’: Peter Griggs spans the ages with classical guitar music from the Renaissance to today. United Church, Northfield, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, 485-4431.

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green Mountain chaMBer Music festival eMerging artist concert: High school through graduate school students of an annual summer conservatory perform virtuosic solos and chamber music pieces for their peers and the public. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 503-1220. green Mountain chaMBer Music festival Master class: Jeffrey Sharkey, pianist, director of the Peabody Institute and founding member of the Pirasti Trio, tutors the students of the annual summer conservatory. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 9-11 a.m. $10; free for students. Info, 503-1220. Jazz series: New York vocalist Teri Roiger performs with an all-star ensemble, including bassist John Menegon. Brandon Music, 7:30 p.m. $12; $22 includes early-bird dinner special. Info, 465-4071. Jonathan tortolano: Monumental works by Bach are the focal point of this concert of unaccompanied music for cello. Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 12:15 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2508. katie trautz and the tall Boys: Original folk, Americana and honky-tonk come to the bandstand. Old Schoolhouse Common, Marshfield, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 279-2236. snoW farM vineyard concert series: Picnickers take in live classical, jazz, swing, bluegrass and classic rock by the grapevines every Thursday evening. Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero, grounds open, 5 p.m.; concert, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free; cost of food and drink. Info, 372-9463. village harMony: The Teen World Music Ensemble offer old ballads, sea shanties, soulful gospel numbers, Appalachian fiddle tunes, medieval motets and more. Community Church, Tinmouth, 7:30 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation. Info, 426-3210.

outdoors

oWl proWl & night ghost hike: Flashlight holders spy denizens of dusk on a journey to 19thcentury settlement ruins, where spooky Vermont tales await. Meet at the History Hike parking lot, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 7 p.m. $2-3; free for kids under 4; call to confirm. Info, 2447103, greenwarbler@gmail.com. sun Boxes: Sound artist Craig Colorusso sets up 20 solar-powered speakers on a large, open lawn. Listeners wander among them to hear ever-evolving musical loops. Elmore State Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular park admission. Info, 241-3665. Water striders: Don your water shoes for an hourlong exploration of water power and the creatures that reside along the ever-changing Stevenson Brook. Meet at the nature trail, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 2 p.m. $2-3; free for kids under 4; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103, greenwarbler@gmail.com. We Walk the Musical Woods: Chirping and warbling from 35 species of songbirds enliven a stroll along the lost Little River settlement. Meet at the nature center, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 10:30 a.m. $2-3; free for kids under 4; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103, greenwarbler@ gmail.com.

seminars

keys to credit: A class clears up the confusing world of credit. Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 860-1417, ext. 114.

sport

onion river sports thursday night Mountain-Bike series: Racers of all ages and abilities compete on the multiloop course of varied terrain; there’s a trail for little kids, too. Riders bring food and beverages for a postrace barbecue. Millstone Hill Touring Center, Websterville, 6 p.m. $6-10. Info, 229-9409.

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‘CareleSS love’: Depot Theatre sings its way through Ryan G. Dunkin’s country/blues love story about a falsely accused felon released from jail just as his sweetheart is about to marry his friend. Depot Theatre, Westport, N.Y., 5 p.m. $27. Info, 518-962-4449. ‘CirCle Mirror tranSforMation’: As part of the inaugural MiddSummer Nights Theater Festival, Middlebury Actors Workshop presents Annie Baker’s comedy about the students of a sixweek community acting class. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $10-20. Info, 382-9222. CirCuS SMirkuS big top tour: Acrobatics, tumbling feats, high-wire high jinks and general clowning around come together in “Topsy-Turvy Time Travel!” Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, noon. & 6:30 p.m. $17.50-20.50; free for kids under 2. Info, 533-7443. ‘good people’: The Dorset Theatre Festival present’s David Lindsay-Abaire’s thoughtful drama on the “haves” and “have-nots.” Dorset Theatre, 8 p.m. $20-45. Info, 867-2223. Metropolitan opera SuMMer enCore: Mariusz Kwiecien stars in a broadcast screening of Mozart’s Don Giovanni. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 7 p.m. $14-16. Info, 518-523-2512.

MeetinghouSe readingS: A grassroots literary series offers readings by voices in American fiction, poetry and narrative nonfiction. Canaan Town Library, N.H., 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603-523-9650. readingS in the gallery: Nationally recognized poets Chard deNiord and Daniel Lusk voice their literary expressions before a reception and book signing. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291. viSiting writerS SerieS: VCFA president Thomas Christopher Greene interviews Washington Post book critic and fiction editor Ron Charles. College Hall, Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, 8:15 p.m. Free. Info, 828-8599.

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Mini SuMMer boutique: Amurtel hosts a sale of clothing, scarves, jewelry and carpets from around the world. Proceeds support local and international projects for women and children. Held on the lawn. Universal Micro Systems, Waitsfield, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 583-7664. SuMMer book Sale: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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firSt friday: Downtown shops and art galleries stay open late. Various locations, Brandon, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. Info, 247-6401.

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ballrooM leSSon & danCe SoCial: Singles and couples of all levels of experience take a twirl. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, lesson, 7-8 p.m.; open dancing, 8-10 p.m. $14. Info, 862-2269. ‘poor SiSter Clare’S traveling Monk Show’: Choreographer Clare Byrne and Dance Tramp offer audience-participatory experiments in ritual and dance. Mann Hall Gymnasium, UVM Trinity Campus, Burlington, 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. Volunteers for the “dance choir” should arrive one hour early. $15 suggested donation. Info, poor.sister.clare@ gmail.com.

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‘the 25th annual putnaM County Spelling bee’: Six precocious whiz kids battle it out letter by letter for the coveted title in this eccentric play, presented by FlynnArts. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7 p.m. $13-16. Info, 863-5966.

fairs & festivals

‘the hound of the baSkervilleS’: Three Weston Playhouse Theatre Company actors play all of the characters in this Sherlock Holmes thriller, adapted by Steven Canny and John Nicholson. Weston Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. Call for price. Info, 824-5288.

‘you’re a good Man, Charlie brown’: Charles Schultz’s comic-strip characters come alive in a family musical by Weston Playhouse Theatre

kingdoM aquafeSt: See THU.05, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Stoweflake hot air balloon feStival: Floating orbs transport people through the sky at a balloon-launch fest with plenty of entertainment and eats. Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa, 4-9 p.m. $10; free for kids 12 and under; $10 for tethered ride; $275 for balloon ride. Info, 253-7355.

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‘the avengerS’: Captain America, Iron Man, the Hulk, Thor and other beefy superheros join forces to defeat the ultimate villain in Joss Whedon’s campy 2012 action flick. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2422.

bradford Strawberry feStival: Fruit fanatics are in for a berry good time at this edible event. 130 N. Main St., Bradford, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 222-4423. burger night: Live music by the Heather Maloney Band lends a festive air to a local feast of grass-fed beef or black-bean burgers, hot dogs, fresh-baked buns, salads and cookies. Bread & Butter Farm, Shelburne, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free; cost of food; BYOB. Info, 985-9200. ChelSea farMerS Market: A long-standing town-green tradition supplies shoppers with eggs, cheese, vegetables and fine crafts. North Common, Chelsea, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 685-9987, chelseacommunitymarket@gmail.com.

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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. tai Chi for arthritiS: AmeriCorps members from the Champlain Valley Agency on Aging lead gentle, controlled movements that can help alleviate stress, tension and joint pain. Winooski Senior Center, 10-11 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 865-0360.

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‘unneCeSSary farCe’: Confusion reigns as cops, crooks and a cheap motel room collide in this Saint Michael’s Playhouse production. See calendar spotlight. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 8 p.m. $30.50-39.50. Info, 654-2281.

friday night live: Pedestrians take over a main thoroughfare through town for this weekly outdoor bash featuring beer gardens, two stages for live music and children’s entertainment, and a variety of shopping and eating options. Center Street, Rutland, 6-10 p.m. Free. Info, 773-9380.

bellowS fallS farMerS Market: Music enlivens a fresh-food marketplace with produce, meats, crafts and ever-changing weekly workshops. Waypoint Center, Bellows Falls, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 463-2018.

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‘thoroughly Modern Millie’: Stowe Theatre Guild follows Kansas girl Millie as she enthusiastically sets out to see the world during the rip-roaring ‘20s. Akeley Memorial Building, Stowe, 8 p.m. $13-23. Info, 253-3961.

dalai laMa birthday Celebration: The high priest of Tibetan Buddhism turns 77, and Vermonters celebrate with cake, ice cream and a screening of Heart of Tibet. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 633-4136.

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Stratford ShakeSpeare feStival’S ‘the teMpeSt’: All eyes are on Christopher Plummer as he takes the starring role in an acclaimed broadcast production of Shakespeare’s tale of revenge and love. See calendar spotlight. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $10-23. Info, 603-646-2422.

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‘peter pan’: Songs like “I Won’t Grow Up” define this beloved musical production, presented by a cast of more than 125 central Vermont youth. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7 p.m. $12-18. Info, 728-6464.

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‘who the #$&% iS JaCkSon polloCk?’: A woman purchases a painting at a thrift shop that may have been the work of a famous American artist in Harry Moses’ quirky 2006 documentary. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $6. Info, 518-523-2512.

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Murder-MyStery dinner CruiSe: Thrills await on the lake as the Spirit of Ethan Allen Players present With This Ring, I Thee Dead, an interactive, fast-paced comedy of errors served with a three-course meal. Spirit of Ethan Allen III, Burlington, 6:30-9 p.m. $31.92-49.54. Info, 862-8300.

Company. Weston Rod & Gun Club, 4 p.m. $8-15. Info, 824-5288.

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Standup paddleboarding tour: SUP’s up! Beginners and seasoned paddlers strike a balancing act on the water. Call for exact location, which will depend on the day’s lake conditions. Outdoor Gear Exchange, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free tour; $50 equipment rental; preregister. Info, 860-0190.

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Bats!: These denizens of the dark are the subject of T-shirt decorating and other educational activities for kids ages 6 and up. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-4918. ‘Beanstalk! The Musical’: See THU.05, 7 p.m. Dream Big! Youth Media Lab: Fledgling filmmakers create movies and explore related technology in a collaborative program cohosted by Middlebury Community Television. For kids entering fourth grade and up. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4097.

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‘500 Years of Music for Guitar’: See THU.05, United Methodist Church, West Danville, 7-9 p.m. Info, 684-1201. Banjo Dan and the Mid-nite Plowboys: The New England bluegrass boys strum out string sounds on the lawn. Bradford Academy, 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 222-4423. Elijah Jensen: The 21-year-old violin virtuoso performs a mix of country, gospel and classical music. Winooski United Methodist Church, 6 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 655-7371. Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival Artist Faculty Concert: The artist faculty of an annual summer conservatory present “Color and Sound,” featuring William Bolcom’s Duo Fantasy and piano quartets by Joaquin Turina and Gabriel Fauré. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:309:30 p.m. $25; free for students under age 22 with school ID; students under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Info, 503-1220.

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Bird Banding: Science in Action: From mist nets to data sheets, visitors view wings in the wild and learn about bird conservation. Rain date: July 22. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 7-11 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-3068. Getting There From Here: Are we there yet? Walkers master the art of orienteering, from reading maps and compasses to global positioning. Meet at B-side Playground, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 10:30 a.m. $2-3; free for kids under 4; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103, greenwarbler@ gmail.com. Rockin’ the Little River: Visitors meet at the Waterbury Dam viewpoint and monument to explore a reforested encampment and learn about how the Civilian Conservation Corps saved the Winooski Valley from flooded ruin. Little River State Park, Waterbury, 10:30 a.m. $2-3; free for kids under 4; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103, greenwarbler@gmail.com. Sun Boxes: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Vermont Voyageurs: Raffles and youth games break up a fast-paced, hard-hitting game of Canadian box lacrosse. Essex Skating Facility, 8 p.m. $3-7; free for ages 5 and under. Info, 388-5781.

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‘Avenue Q’: People and puppets weave a hilarious tale of trying to make it big in the Big Apple in this R-rated production by the Valley Players.

Valley Players Theater, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $18. Info, 583-1674. ‘Careless Love’: See THU.05, 8 p.m. ‘Circle Mirror Transformation’: See THU.05, 8 p.m.

‘Peter Pan’: See THU.05, 7 p.m. ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’: See THU.05, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’: See THU.05, 7:30 p.m. ‘The Shatterer of Worlds Over’: A weekly puppet show for adults graces the Paper Mache Cathedral. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 7:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 525-3031. ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’: See THU.05, 8 p.m. ‘Unnecessary Farce’: See THU.05, 8 p.m.

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Vermont Symphony Orchestra TD Bank Summer Festival Tour: Upper Valley Concert: Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and booming fireworks wrap up a patriotic and playful musical program. Suicide Six, South Pomfret, gates open for picnicking, 5 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. $11-34. Info, 864-5741, ext. 10.

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Pop-Up Poetry & Music Coffeehouse: Listeners give wordsmiths of all types their

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Food Security in an Age of Climate Change: Author-activist Bill McKibben, author and local farmer Ben Hewitt, and educator Rachel Nevitt consider the impacts of climate change on food security from local and global perspectives. Ballroom, Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, Montpelier. $50 fundraising dinner at 5:30 p.m.; $5 suggested donation for the 7:30 p.m. discussion; cash bar. Info, 223-1515.

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BURGER NIGHT: Mondays and Fridays, Bread & Butter Farm, Shelburne, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free admission, food and drink available for purchase. Info, 985-9200, breadandbutterfarm.com.

Where’s the Beef? Looking for a family dinner spot where the kids can “free range” it? Check out BURGER NIGHT at Bread & Butter Farm in Shelburne. Pack up your blankets or grab a seat at a table to enjoy locally sourced burgers, hot dogs, sausage, salads and homemade cookies. Kids can roam the field while you listen to live music or pick up a loaf of fresh bread from the farm store. New this year: On Mondays, kids make flags and march in a parade.

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National Brown Swiss Sale & Cattle Auction: Spectators and bidders alike lay eyes on more than 60 of the country’s best Brown Swiss bovines. Breeding Barn, Shelburne Farms, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 985-8686.

Summer Book Sale: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jen Meyers: The author of Intangible, a Burlington-set young-adult novel about two twins with special powers, answers questions about her debut book at a reading and book signing. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.

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Woodchuck’s Revenge: String instruments in hand, this Vermont folk quartet unleashes everything from western ballads to original parodies to bluegrass standards. Proceeds support the Compass Music and Arts Foundation. Brandon Music, 7 p.m. $15. Info, 465-4071, info@brandonmusic.net.

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Mini Summer Boutique: See FRI.06, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Summer Carillon Series: Massive bronze bells ring out as Lucy Dechene begins the 27th summer of these campus concerts. Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.

The Wee Folkestra & the Defibulators: Burlington and Brooklyn bands mark the opening of “Sound Proof,” Big Heavy World’s exhibit of 1990s-era Vermont band portrait photography by Matthew Thorsen. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, barbecue at 5 p.m.; music starts at 7 p.m. $15; additional cost for barbecue. Info, 496-8994.

Occupy Central Vermont General Assembly: Citizen activists incite the change they want to see in the world. Visit occupycentralvt.org for location. Various locations, Montpelier, 3-5 p.m. Free.

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‘Good People’: See THU.05, 8 p.m.

Mogani: Middlebury’s six-member group plays a funky fusion of hot Latin numbers, cool jazz classics and original tunes on the winery porch. Lincoln Peak Vineyard, New Haven, 6-8 p.m. Free; wine priced by the glass; bring a picnic or buy a cheese plate. Info, 388-7368.

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Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour: See THU.05, noon & 6:30 p.m.

Jackson Gore Outdoor Music Series: Erin Harpe & the Delta Swingers turn the lawn into an outdoor concert venue. Grill goodies or full-service dining available. Jackson Gore Inn, Okemo Mountain Resort, Ludlow, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 228-4041.

The Michele Fay Band: An acoustic quartet stirs up seamlessly blended folk, swing and bluegrass as part of a summer performance series. Salisbury Congregational Church, 7:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 352-4609 or 352-6671.

undivided attention at an open mic. Rose Street Artists’ Co-op, Burlington, sign-up, 6:30 p.m.; performances, 7 p.m. Free; cash bar. Info, 735-4715.

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‘Poor Sister Clare’s Traveling Monk Show’: See FRI.06, Phantom Theater, Edgcomb Barn, Warren, 8 p.m. Volunteers for the “dance choir” should arrive one hour early. Info, 496-5997.

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Automobiles at the Islands Center: Auto enthusiasts help judge trucks, motorcycles and historic vehicles before cars compete in balloon breaking, slow racing and blind driving activities. Knight Point State Park, North Hero, 9:30 a.m. $7 to register a car for the show; $6 to attend. Info, 372-8400. Historic Tour of UVM: Folks register online, then meet at Ira Allen’s statue to tour the campus’ modest early clapboards and grand Victorians, led by professor emeritus William Averyt. University Green, UVM, Burlington, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 656-8673. Kite Fliers Meeting: Common interests soar as fans of tethered aircrafts meet like-minded peers. Presto Music Store, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 658-0030, info@prestomusic.net. Motorcycle Poker Run: Charitable participants support Vermont veterans in (post-) transitional housing. VFW Post, Essex Junction, registration and continental breakfast, 9 a.m.; barbecue, 3 p.m. $25 per rider; $15 per passenger; includes one hand of poker. Info, 233-0630. Preservation Burlington Historic Walking Tour: Walkers and gawkers see the Queen City through an architectural and historic perspective. Meet in front of Burlington City Hall, Church Street Marketplace, 11 a.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, 522-8259. Romance Around the World: A Night in Spain: Tapas and wine pairings pave the way for a spicy evening of salsa dancing, featuring instruction by Ralph Kenyon, classical guitar by David Giardina and hot sounds by the Gozo Latin Band. Historic Park-McCullough, North Bennington, 6-11 p.m. $10. Info, 442-5441. Tour of Two Great Country Houses: Not to the manor born? You can still take a good long look inside on these detailed tours of Shelburne House and the Brick House at Shelburne Museum.

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Shelburne Farms, 1-4 p.m. $35-40; preregister. Info, 985-3346, ext. 3368, brickhouse@shelburnemuseum.org.

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Arts & Craft Festival: More than 90 talented craftspeople exhibit everything from eye-catching paintings to wood carvings to rose-blossom jewelry. Fletcher Farm School for the Arts & Crafts, Ludlow, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 228-8770. Burklyn Arts Summer Craft Fair: Over 60 Vermont artists share their handmade wonders at a day of outdoor entertainment. Bandstand Park, Lyndonville, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 626-6210. Frog Run Beer Fest: Beer advocates sip Frog Run Sap Beer while taking in the traditional fiddle music of Vermont, New England and Québec. Fiddlehead Brewing Company, Shelburne, noon-6 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4964. Hills Alive! Festival of the Arts in Southern Vermont: The Weston Playhouse, Dorset Theater, Southern Vermont Arts Center and Manchester Music Festival collaborate on a lineup of theater, concerts, art and readings. Various locations in southern Vermont, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Various prices; see schedule at hillsalive.org. Info, 558-7055. Kingdom Aquafest: See THU.05, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival: See FRI.06, 4-9 p.m.

Children’s Carnival: Fair-style fun includes a treasure hunt, bounce house, face painting, cotton candy, snow cones and more. Charlotte Children’s Center, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 50¢ per ticket or $10 for unlimited fun. Info, 425-3328. Gardener’s Supply Kids Club: Youngsters green their thumbs as they learn about the little critters flying, buzzing and crawling through their backyards. Gardener’s Supply, Williston, 10 a.m.noon. Free. Info, 658-2433. Russian Story Time: Rug rats of all ages take in translated tales and tunes from the country in northern Eurasia. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

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104.7 FM The Point & VPR Welcome Ben & Jerry’s Concerts on the Green: David Gray plays alt-rock on the lawn. See calendar spotlight. Shelburne Museum, gates, 6 p.m.; show, 7 p.m. $46-50; free for kids under 12. Info, 652-0777. ‘500 Years of Music for Guitar’: See THU.05, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Highgate Falls, 7:308:30 p.m. Carillon Concert Series: International musicians play the largest instrument in the world, often called “the singing tower.” Norwich University, Northfield, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 485-2318. Gregory Douglass: Emily Nyman opens for the Vermont singer-songwriter, called “one of New England’s best-kept secrets” by NPR. Haskell Free Library & Opera House, Derby Line, 7:30 p.m. $510. Info, 334-2216.

seminars

Open Media Workshop: Professional or novice film editors learn about various programs for mixing and enhancing all of their video assets into a single project. VCAM Studio, Burlington, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 651-9692. VCAM Access Orientation: Videoproduction hounds learn basic concepts and nomenclature at an overview of VCAM facilities, policies and procedures. VCAM Studio, Burlington, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 651-9692.

Mini Summer Boutique: See FRI.06, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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‘Poor Sister Clare’s Traveling Monk Show’: See FRI.06. Ludlow Community Center, 4 p.m., volunteers for the “dance choir” should arrive one hour early. Info, 228-2655.

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Green Mountain Bonsai Society Members Show: Pruners show off tiny tree specimens before critiques and a demonstration by internationally known bonsai artist Suthin Sukosolvisit. Mill Brook Bonsai, Jericho, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Donations accepted; catered lunch by reservation. Info, 899-3487. Music, Art & Tea: La Java perform gypsy-jazz on the hour at an afternoon tea party featuring the paintings of Sean Dye and fiber art of Ginger Johnson. Fisk Farm Art Center, Isle La Motte, 1-5 p.m. Free. Info, 928-3364.

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Introductory Bicycle Ride for New Riders: Cyclists-in-training set a leisurely pace after learning the rules of the road. Dorset Park, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free; helmets required. Info, 399-2352. Kingdom Swim: Make a splash at this celebration of open-water swimming. Six courses range in length from a quick 100 yards to an admirable 10 miles. Prouty Beach, Newport, 8 a.m. $15-200. Info, 334-8511. Vermont Voyageurs: See FRI.06, 8 p.m.

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‘Avenue Q’: See FRI.06, 8 p.m. ‘Careless Love’: See THU.05, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. ‘Circle Mirror Transformation’: See THU.05, 8 p.m. Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour: See THU.05, noon. & 6:30 p.m.

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.

Melodeon: Armed with antique instruments, this New York City trio performs selections of 19th-century Americana. Proceeds benefit the Island Arts youth scholarship fund. South Hero Congregational Church, South Hero, 7 p.m. $20; free for children under 12. Info, 372-9333.

‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’: See THU.05, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Mount Tom Farmers Market: Purveyors of garden-fresh crops, prepared foods and crafts set up shop for the morning. Parking lot, Mount Tom, Woodstock, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 7632070, foxxfarm@aol.com.

Ripton Community Coffeehouse: Americana band After the Rodeo perform at this nonprofit concert series. Call ahead to schedule an openmic slot. Ripton Community House, 7:30 p.m. $3-9. Info, 388-9782.

‘Peter Pan’: See THU.05, 7 p.m. ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’: See THU.05, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’: See THU.05, 8 p.m. ‘Unnecessary Farce’: See THU.05, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’: See THU.05, 1 p.m. & 4 p.m.

Kingdom Aquafest: See THU.05, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Middlebury Festival on the Green: A sevenday tented affair in its 34th year includes musical performances, family-friendly programs, a street dance and much more. See calendar spotlight. Town Green, Middlebury, 7-10 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 462-3555. Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival: See FRI.06, 6:30 a.m. Windsor County Agricultural Fair: See SAT.07, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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‘Ecstasy’: Banned around the world and denounced by the Pope, Gustav Machatý’s provocative 1933 romance stars Hedy Lamarr as a bride who leaves her older spouse for a passionate young lover. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2422.

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South Burlington Farmers Market: Farmers, food vendors, artists and crafters set up booths in the parking lot while sports teams take over the athletic fields for spectator-friendly events. South Burlington High School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, kindle@commonroots.org. Spirits of Vermont: Foodies sample a showcase of food made by local chefs, as well as sips from eight Vermont distillers and wineries. Proceeds support Pope Memorial Library. Joe’s Pond Vermont, West Danville, 3-7 p.m. $30 donation; advance purchase recommended. Info, 684-2256. Stowe Farmers Market: Preserves, produce and other provender attract fans of local food. Red sun.08

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Hills Alive! Festival of the Arts in Southern Vermont: See SAT.07, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Killington Music Festival: Internationally acclaimed musicians offer fine chamber music in “Best of Beethoven.” Ramshead Lodge, Killington Resort, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 422-1330.

Champlain Islands Farmers Market: Baked items, preserves, meats and eggs sustain shoppers in search of local goods. St. Joseph Church Hall, Grand Isle, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 372-3291.

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Capital City Farmers Market: Fresh produce, pasteurized milk, kombucha, artisan cheeses, local meats and more lure local buyers throughout the growing season. Live music and demos accent each week’s offerings. 60 State Street, Montpelier, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2958, manager@ montpelierfarmersmarket.com.

Can You Tell Me Where to Hear About ‘Sesame Street’?: Fans of Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster and others hear about their adventures at a children’s story time. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

We Walk the Musical Woods: See THU.05, 10:30 a.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.

‘Beanstalk! The Musical’: See THU.05, 2 p.m.

Water Striders: See THU.05, 2 p.m.

Bristol Farmers Market: Weekly music and kids activities add to the edible wares of local food and craft vendors. Town Green, Bristol, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 453-6796, bristolfarmersmarket@ gmail.com.

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Sunset Aquadventure: Paddlers of all abilities relish the serenity of the Waterbury Reservoir as they look for loons and beavers in an educational outing. Little River State Park, Waterbury, meet at the Contact Station by 6:30 p.m.; program begins at 7 p.m. at A-Side Swim Beach. $2-3; free for kids under 4; registration required; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103, greenwarbler@gmail.com.

Annual Chicken Barbecue: A community parade leads to goodies from the grill, served alongside a vinaigrette coleslaw, homemade rolls, drinks and dessert. Proceeds benefit the work of the church. United Church of Christ, Greensboro, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $10. Info, 533-2223.

Waitsfield Farmers Market: Local entertainment enlivens a bustling open-air market, boasting extensive farm-fresh produce, prepared foods and artisan crafts. Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8027.

Sun Boxes: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Shelburne Farmers Market: Harvested fruits and greens, artisan cheeses, and local novelties grace outdoor tables at a presentation of the season’s best. Shelburne Parade Ground, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 985-2472, shelburnefarmersmarket@sbpavt.org.

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Bethany Dunbar: The photographer for Bill McKibben’s Kingdom’s Bounty: A Sustainable, Eclectic, Edible Guide to Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom signs copies and discusses the book. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

‘Monsieur Lazhar’: In the wake of a middle school teacher’s classroom suicide, a substitute teacher with his own troubles steps up to the challenge of comforting the students in Philippe Falardeau’s 2011 Oscar nominee. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2422.

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.

Vermont Symphony Orchestra TD Bank Summer Festival Tour: See FRI.06, Three Stallion Inn, Randolph, gates open for picnicking, 5 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. $10-14.

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Norwich Farmers Market: Neighbors discover fruits, veggies and other riches of the land, not to mention baked goods, handmade crafts and local entertainment. Route 5 South, Norwich, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 384-7447, manager@norwichfarmersmarket.org.

The Michele Fay Band: See FRI.06, Otter Valley Winery, Brandon, 5 p.m. Info, 247-6644.

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Windsor County Agricultural Fair: The “best little fair in Vermont” boasts live music, kids activities, a petting zoo, 4-H dairy and working steers competitions, ox and pony pulls, and more in its 39th year. Barlow’s Field, Springfield, 10 a.m.7 p.m. $3-7. Info, 952-4005.

Northwest Farmers Market: Stock up on local, seasonal produce, garden plants, canned goods and handmade crafts. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 373-5821.

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‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’: See THU.05, 3 p.m.

Barn Shops Field, Stowe, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8027 or 498-4734, info@stowevtfarmersmarket.com. Winooski Farmers Market: Area growers and bakers offer live music, ethnic eats, and a large variety of produce and agricultural products on the green. Champlain Mill, Winooski, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, winooskimarket@gmail.com.

games

Burlington-Area Scrabble Club: Tripleletter-square seekers spell out winning words. New players welcome. McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 12:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 862-7558.

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‘500 Years of Music for Guitar’: See THU.05, First Universalist Church and Society, Barnard, 3-4 p.m. Info, 234-9113. Kenji Bunch: As part of the Craftsbury Chamber Players’ 2012 Summer Music Series, the violist and composer presides over a bluegrass concert on the lawn. Craftsbury Common, 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 800-639-3443.

Cyndy Bittinger: Local history springs to life as the author of Vermont Women, Native Americans and African Americans relays forgotten tales of overcoming adversity. Rokeby Museum, Ferrisburgh, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 877-3406, rokeby@ comcast.net. Women’s Poetry Group: Writers give and receive feedback on their poetic expressions in a nonthreatening, nonacademic setting. Call for specific location. Private home, Burlington, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 828-545-2950, jcpoet@bellsouth.net.

MON.09 Book Sale: Readers get their hands on tomes for their nightstands. Rutland Free Library, 4-8 p.m. Free to attend; visit rutlandfree. org to print out a coupon for one free book. Info, 773-1860. Summer Book Sale: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

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Tropical Storm Irene Support Group: Recovery workers process their emotions and learn coping skills with fellow Vermonters. Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 279-4670.

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Rochester Chamber Music Society: The Heliand Trio and composer Padma Newsome present works by Glinka, Brahms and Beethoven, as well as the Vermont premiere of Newsome’s With Eyes Cast Down. Federated Church, Rochester, 4-6:15 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 767-9234.

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Vermont Symphony Orchestra TD Bank Summer Festival Tour: See FRI.06, Trapp Family Lodge Concert Meadow, Stowe, gates open for picnicking, 5:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. $11-35. Village Harmony: The Teen Residential Ensemble offers American shape-note songs, as well as tunes from South Africa, Latin America, Israel and beyond. Congregational Church of Westminster West, Putney, 3 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation. Info, 426-3210. Westford Summer Concert Series: PossumHaw stir up authentic, evocative bluegrass and folk melodies. Westford Common, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 879-3749.

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Cannondale Demo Days: See SAT.07, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Library Night at the Ball Park: Summer readers wear their “Dream Big, Read!” T-shirts and cheer on the Lake Monsters. Centennial Field, Burlington, 6:05 p.m. Free tickets may be available through Fletcher Free Library; otherwise, regular ticket prices apply. Info, 865-7216. Mad Marathon & Mad Half: The Mad River Valley holds this backroads race, which routes runners past farms, barns, covered bridges and cows. Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 7 a.m. $70-85 for half marathon; $185-200 per relay team. Info, 496-5393.

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‘Avenue Q’: See FRI.06, 2 p.m. ‘Careless Love’: See THU.05, 5 p.m. ‘Peter Pan’: See THU.05, 2 p.m. ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’: See THU.05, 2 p.m.

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Story & Activity Time: Little ones participate in exciting activities based on the summerreading theme: “Dream Big, Read!” Crafts include decorating a dream journal and making a dream catcher. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 426-3581, jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail. com.

Annual Giant Book Sale: Intellectuals peruse a porch full of fiction, history, travel and children’s tomes — and much more. Stowe Free Library, 9 a.m. Free. Info, 253-6145.

Young Producers Workshop: Someday Spielbergs get a hands-on introduction to the world of television with Lake Champlain Access TV. For 8-and 9-year-olds only. Fairfax Community Library, 3-4:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 849-2420.

English Country Dance Class: Teens and adults form social lines, squares and circles from the 18th century and earlier. Bring clean, flatheeled shoes with smooth soles. Richmond Free Library, 7-9:30 p.m. $3 suggested donation. Info, 899-2378.

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Melodeon: See SAT.07, Richmond Free Library, 4-6 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-3036.

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Pizza & Movie Night: Young adults entering grades 5 and up down slices and tune in for some screen entertainment. Highgate Public Library, 6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 868-3970.

fairs & festivals

Hills Alive! Festival of the Arts in Southern Vermont: See SAT.07, 7 p.m. Middlebury Festival on the Green: See SUN.08, noon-10 p.m.

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‘Girl, Interrupted’: Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie star in James Mangold’s 1999 drama about one girl’s stay in a mental hospital in the 1960s, which screens as part of the Courageous Conversations series on mental health. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

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Burger Night: Live music by the Chris Dorman Ensemble lends a festive air to a local feast of grass-fed-beef or black-bean burgers, hot dogs, fresh-baked buns, salads and cookies. Bread & Butter Farm, Shelburne, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free; cost of food; BYOB. Info, 985-9200.

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Avoid Falls With Improved Stability: See FRI.06, 10 a.m. Herbal Consultations: Folks explore the art of “green” health care at a personalized, confidential clinic with faculty and students from the Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism. City Market, Burlington, 4-7 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 8619700, info@vtherbcenter.org.

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Dream Big! Stories With Megan: Preschoolers expand their imaginations through dreamthemed tales, songs and rhymes. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Toddler-friendly poses meet stories, songs and games in this program for kids 4 and under with Mikki Raveh. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free. Info, 388-4097. Music With Raphael: See THU.05, 10:45 a.m.

Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival Master Class: Lawrence Dutton, violinist and member of the Grammy-winning Emerson String Quartet, tutors the students of the annual summer conservatory. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $10; free for students. Info, 503-1220. 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. Sambatucada! Open Rehearsal: New players are welcome to pitch in as Burlington’s AfroBrazilian street percussion band sharpens its tunes. 8 Space Studio Collective, Burlington, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-5017. The Champlain Echoes: New singers are invited to chime in on four-part harmonies with a women’s a cappella chorus at weekly open rehearsals. Pines Senior Living Community, South Burlington, 6:15-9:15 p.m. Free. Info, 658-0398. Village Harmony: See THU.05, Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m.

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Create a Vision Board: Big dreamers focus their intentions and motivations in a workshop with life coach Marianne Mullen. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hungermountain.coop.

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ORS Cyclocross Cruise: Riders rise and descend on a network of dirt roads. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free; riders under 15 must be accompanied by an adult; riders under 18 need signed parental permission; helmets required. Info, 229-9409.

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‘Frankenstein’: The National Theatre of London brings Mary Shelley’s “monster” story to the stage in an encore production, with direction by Slumdog Millionaire’s Danny Boyle. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 7 p.m. $12-18. Info, 518-523-2512.

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Marjorie Cady Memorial Writers Group: Budding wordsmiths improve their craft through “homework” assignments, creative exercises and sharing. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10 a.m.noon. Free. Info, 388-2926, cpotter935@comcast. net. Poetry Slam: Wordsmiths wield language in “cover”- and original-poetry competitions hosted by Geof Hewitt. Listeners are welcome. Old Town Hall, Brookfield, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 276-9906, brookfieldoth@gmail.com.

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Summer Book Sale: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

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‘Raymonda’: Grace and grandeur pervade this production by Russia’s Bolshoi Ballet, broadcast in high definition to a projection screen. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6-15. Info, 748-2600.

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Green Drinks: Activists and professionals for a cleaner environment raise a glass over networking and discussion. The Skinny Pancake, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 262-2253.

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Time Travel Tuesday: Visitors rewind to 1890 as they cook on a woodstove, churn butter and lend a hand with old-school farmhouse chores and pastimes. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission, $312; free for kids under 3. Info, 457-2355.

fairs & festivals

Hills Alive! Festival of the Arts in Southern Vermont: See SAT.07, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Middlebury Festival on the Green: See SUN.08, noon-10 p.m.

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Creature Feature Films: Moviegoers take in animal antics onscreen. Popcorn and lemonade provided. Lawrence Memorial Library, Bristol, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 453-2366, teenlml@gmail.com.

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Beyond Pasta: What Else to Do With Pesto: Noodled out? Folks learn three recipes that highlight pesto in unexpected ways: pesto salad dressing, pesto-and-tomato grits, and pestopotato salad. Sustainability Academy, Lawrence Barnes School, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, 861-9700. Rutland County Farmers Market: See SAT.07, 3-6 p.m. The Pennywise Pantry: On a tour of the store, shoppers create a custom template for keeping the kitchen stocked with affordable, nutritious eats. City Market, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 861-9700.

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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 wellbeing. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 355-5129. Maureen’s Lighthearted Sacred Circle: Participants experience meditation and sacred sound. Rainbow Institute, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. $15. Info, 363-6170. Steps to Wellness: Cancer survivors attend diverse seminars about nutrition, stress management, acupuncture and more in conjunction with a medically based rehabilitation program. Fletcher Allen Health Care Cardiology Building, South Burlington, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2176. The Truth About Cholesterol: Suzy Harris sheds light on one of the most misunderstood

list your event for free at SEVENDAYSVT.COM/POSTEVENT health issues in the country, using nutritionresponse testing as a guide to detecting and handling imbalances. Complimentary health screenings available. Healthy Living Market and Café, South Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 863-2569, ext. 1.

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Creative Tuesdays: Artists engage their imaginations with recycled crafts. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

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Pause-Café: French speakers of all levels converse en français. Panera Bread, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088.

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Castleton Summer Concerts: The Starline Rhythm Boys make a scene on the green. Old Chapel Green, Castleton, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 468-1206.

Mud City Ramblers at Tuesday Night Live: Americana and bluegrass entertainment highlights this outdoor concert series, which also features barbecued eats and slices of homemade pie. Rain site: Johnson Elementary School. Legion Field, Johnson, 6-8:30 p.m. Free; bring your own chair or blanket. Info, 635-7826. Village Harmony: See THU.05, Strafford Town House, 7:30 p.m.

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Keys to Credit: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-noon.

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Williston Farmers Market: Shoppers seek prepared foods and unadorned produce at a weekly open-air affair. Town Green, Williston, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 735-3860, info@willistonfarmersmarket.com.

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A Naturopathic Approach to Wellness During Pregnancy: Kitt Guaraldi shares natural treatments for common pregnancy ailments. Healthy Living Market and Café, South Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 863-2569, ext. 1.

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Adult & Children’s Wellness Series: Naturopathic doctor Thauna Abrin discusses “How to Detox Your Body: Liver and Colon Cleansing for the Summer” in a four-part lecture series. Memorial Hall, Hardwick, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 472-9355, wellness@drthauna.com.

Summer Book Sale: See THU.05, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Improv Night: Fun-loving participants play “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”-style games in an encouraging environment. Spark Arts, Burlington, 8-10 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 373-4703.

Shelburne Road Corridor Study Public Meeting: A presentation and discussion focus on the draft findings of a detailed transportation study of this main thoroughfare. South Burlington City Offices, 7:30-8:15 p.m. Free. Info, 865-1794.

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Green Mountain Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America: Textile artists preserve the needle art in an open stitching demo. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 879-7576. Knit Night: Crafty needleworkers (crocheters, too) share their talents and company as they spin yarn. Phoenix Books, Essex, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. Make Stuff!: Defunct bicycle parts become works of art and jewelry that will be sold to raise funds and awareness for Bike Recycle Vermont. Bike Recycle Vermont, Burlington, 6-9 p.m. Free. Info, 264-9687.

fairs & festivals

Hills Alive! Festival of the Arts in Southern Vermont: See SAT.07, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Middlebury Festival on the Green: See SUN.08, noon-10 p.m.

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‘In Darkness’: Based on a true World War II story, Agnieszka Holland’s 2011 drama celebrates the human will to survive as a sewer inspector protects a dozen Jews underneath a Nazi-occupied city. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2422. ‘Spirited Away’: Hayao Miyazaki’s magical adventure about a 10-year-old girl who finds herself in a bizarre alternate reality earned an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581, jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail.com.

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Barre Farmers Market: Crafters, bakers and farmers share their goods in the center of the

Sharon Macner: The audiologist sounds off about “Tinnitus: Causes of and Treatment for Ringing in the Ears.” Champlain Valley Audiology, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 12:45-1:30 p.m. & 5:30-6:45 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 518-324-5707.

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Children’s Summer Music Series: Burlington duo Robert & Gigi inspire sing-alongs suitable for youngsters. Center Court, University Mall, South Burlington, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free. Info, 863-1066, ext. 11. Craftsbury Chamber Players Mini Concerts: Little ones take in classical compositions with their adult companions. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-639-3443. ECHO Family-Scientist Lab: Laboratory learners ages 10 and up explore the different systems of the human body through a short lecture and hands-on activity. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 1 p.m. $6-22.50; preregister. Info, 877324-6386, ext. 100. Exordium Adventure: Preschoolers to sixth graders explore the natural world in hands-on education programs at the park. Highgate Public Library, 10 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 868-3970. Garden Story Time: Weather permitting, kids ages 4 and under park themselves in the grass for tall tales and tunes. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free. Info, 388-4097. Summer Story Time: Rug rats revel in the wonder of reading. Town Hall, Worcester, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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Italian Conversation Group: Parla Italiano? A native speaker leads a language practice for all ages and abilities. Room 101, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3869.

Sunset Aquadventure: See SAT.07, 7 p.m. Wagon Ride Wednesday: Riders lounge in sweet-smelling hay on scenic, horse-drawn routes. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Regular admission, $3-12; free for kids under 3. Info, 457-2355.

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Mountain-Bike Ride: Onion River Sports staff bring intermediate to advanced riders to different area trails each week. Carpooling is an option; call ahead for details. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 5 p.m. Free; riders under 15 must be accompanied by an adult; riders under 18 need signed parental permission; helmets required. Info, 229-9409. Wednesday Night World Championships: Fast riders vie for bragging rights in town-line sprints. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 5:30 p.m. Free; riders under 15 must be accompanied by an adult; riders under 18 need signed parental permission; helmets required. Info, 229-9409.

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Yestermorrow Summer Lecture Series: Joel Glanzberg and Pete Munoz use the lens of water, watershed and infrastructure to explore “Long-Term Resilient and Regenerative Flood Responses” for the future. Yestermorrow Design/ Build School, Waitsfield, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 496-5545.

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Metropolitan Opera Summer Encore: Anna Netrebko stars in this broadcast production of Offenbach’s Les Contes D’Hoffmann. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 6:30 p.m. $12-15. Info, 748-2600. ‘Unnecessary Farce’: See THU.05, 8 p.m.

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Authors at the Aldrich: Cartoonist Jeff Danziger brings Teed Stories and Out in the Sticks to life. A concert in Currier Park follows. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550. Charles Egbert: The Woodstock author reads and discusses A Question of Survival, his novel of brutality and compassion set during World War II. Norman Williams Public Library, Woodstock, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 457-2295. Readings in the Gallery: Nationally recognized poets Jane Shore and Stanley Plumly voice their literary expressions before a reception and book signing. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291. m

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Backroads Bicycle Ride: Steadfast cyclists power along a hilly path that’s 50 percent unpaved. Train Station, Shelburne, 6:15 p.m. Free; helmets required. Info, 864-0101.

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Dowsing: Intuition Technology for Life: Participants use rods and pendulums to divine information beyond their five senses in this empowering workshop with Fearn Lickfield of the Green Mountain School of Druidry. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. $8-10; preregister. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hungermountain.coop.

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Waterbury Community Band: Through marches and concert-band selections, the local ensemble makes merry music out of doors. Waterbury Center Park, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2137, info@waterburycommunityband.org.

Annual Giant Book Sale: See TUE.10, 9 a.m.

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Try It at the Library: Kids entering grades 4 through 6 craft bead animals with Kayla Smith. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 388-4097.

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Sun to Cheese Tours: Fromage fans take a behind-the-scenes look at dairy farming and cheese making as they observe raw milk turning into farmhouse cheddar. Shelburne Farms, 2-4 p.m. $15 includes a block of cheese. Info, 985-8686.

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Summer Story Hour: Kids craft during tale time. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

‘Unnecessary Farce’: See THU.05, 8 p.m.

Craftsbury Chamber Players: World-class musicians explore classical compositions by Beethoven, Bax and Dvořák. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 8 p.m. $8-22; free for ages 12 and under. Info, 800-639-3443.

Middlebury Farmers Market: See SAT.07, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Preschool Story Hour & Take-Home Craft: Tales and hands-on activities help children become strong readers. Sarah Partridge Community Library, East Middlebury, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free. Info, 388-7588.

Flynn Center Season Sneak Preview: Video and audio clips give fans of the performing arts an early peek at the theater’s roster of events scheduled for 2012-13. FlynnSpace, Burlington, noon. & 5:30 p.m. Free; RSVP required. Info, 863-5966, sneakpreview@flynncenter.org.

Carol Ann Jones: Blanket loungers take in a mix of rock, country, pop, jazz and blues on the lawn. Bombardier Recreation Park, Milton, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 893-4922.

Music With Robert: Music lovers of all ages engage in sing-alongs with Robert Resnik. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

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Champlain Islands Farmers Market: Baked items, preserves, meats and eggs sustain shoppers in search of local goods. St. Rose of Lima Church, South Hero, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-3291.

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Kids in the Kitchen: Small snackers make cheese-and-cracker creations from scratch. Healthy Living Market and Café, South Burlington, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $20 per adult/child pair; preregister. Info, 863-2569, ext. 1.

Vibram FiveFingers Barefoot Clinic & Fun Run: Folks strut “toe shoes” in barefoot drills and a three-to six-mile jog that underline the benefits of a natural stride. Outdoor Gear Exchange, Burlington, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 860-0190.

town. Barre City Hall Park, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, barrefarmersmarket@gmail.com.

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Ellie’s Preschool Party: Singer, actor and children’s entertainer Ellie Tetrick amuses the 6 and under set with bubbles, music and movement. Highgate Public Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 868-3970.

Cycling 101: Pedal pushers get out of the gym and onto the road on a relaxed spin with Linda Freeman. Call ahead for starting location. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 5:30 p.m. Free; riders under 15 must be accompanied by an adult; riders under 18 need signed parental permission; helmets required. Info, 229-9409.

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acting BUSINESS OF THEATER, FILM & TV: Jul. 14, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $35/2-hr. class. Q&A & workshop. Location: Spark Arts, 180 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: Spark Arts, Natalie Miller, 3734703, natalie@sparkartsvt.com, sparkartsvt.com. Learn the ins and outs of the business of theater, film and TV with Broadway and television performer Krystal Joy Brown in this interactive Q&A! She’ll discuss everything from finding auditions, to the advantages/disadvantages of joining a union, to resumes, agents and marketing. Learn to negotiate this confusing business and advance your career!

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LEARN FROM A BROADWAY STAR!: Jul. 14, 1-5 p.m. Cost: $80/4-hr. masterclass. Location: Spark Arts, 180 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: Spark Arts, Natalie Miller, 373-4703, natalie@sparkartsvt.com, sparkartsvt.com. Spend four exciting hours with one of Broadway’s best up-and-coming performers, working on every aspect of musical theater performance. Don’t miss the opportunity to work one-on-one with Broadway star Krystal Joy Brown (“RENT,” “Hair,” “Leap of Faith”) and bring down the house with your next big solo or monologue!

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bartending 2-DAY BARTENDING COURSE: Jul. 20, 6-10 p.m.; Jul. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $149/2-day course. Location: Best Western, 1076 Williston Rd. , South Burlington. Info: Mike Perusse, 888-437-4657, info@bartendingschool.com, bartendingschool. com. Learn from the masters in business since 1989. You’ll learn drink building, alcohol liability training, customer service, and the do’s and don’ts of professional bartending. You’ll get the Online Bartending Web Tutorial, a drink list, a bartenders manual and job-interview training. This course is recognized nationally through pbsa.com.

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IRON POUR: Jul. 14-22, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Cost: $350/course, limited amts. of sand & iron provided. Location: Pine Street Studios LLC, 339A Pine St., Burlington. Info: Champlain Metals LLC, John Marius, 363-6094, John@champlainmetals.com, Pinestreetstudiosvt.com. Looking for something new? Smash some radiators to fight your blues. Ram some sand into a flask. Meet new friends and

PHOTO: HANDMADE BOOKS: Jul. 19-Aug. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $120/ person, $108/BCA member. Location: BCA Center, Burlington. Info: 865-7166. Use your own photographs to create a personal and unique handmade book. Learn to sequence and edit images to make an accordion fold book. Course covers image collecting, sizing, printing and bookmaking. No prior computer or bookmaking experience necessary. No experience necessary. PHOTO: INTRO FILM OR DIGITAL: Jul. 11-Aug. 22, 6:308:30 p.m., Weekly on Wed. Cost: $145/person, $130.50/BCA member. Location: BCA Center, Burlington. Info: 865-7166. Explore the basic workings of the manual 35mm film or digital SLR camera to learn how to take the photographs you envision. Demystify f-stops, shutter speeds and exposure, and learn the basics of composition, lens choices and film types/sensitivity. No experience necessary. PRINT: INTRO TO SILK SCREENING: Jul. 12-Aug. 16, 6-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $200/person, $180/BCA member. Location: BCA Print Studio, Burlington. Info: 8657166. Design and print T-shirts, posters, fine art and more! Learn a variety of techniques for transferring and printing images using hand-drawn, photographic or borrowed imagery. Cost includes over 30 hours per week of open studio hours for class work. No experience necessary! Ages 16+.

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art PLEIN AIR WORKSHOP AT CHANDLER: Aug. 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $115/7-hr. workshop. Location: Chandler Center of the Arts, 71 N Main St., #73, Randolph. Info: Jan Fowler, 728-9878, janfowlervt@gmail. com, chandler-arts.org. Chandler Center invites area artists to a day of plein-air painting with Aline Ordman in the scenic area surrounding Randolph. Aline Ordman exhibits in various galleries throughout the Northeast and has a website for viewing at alineordman.com. Ordman’s work is currently on display in Chandler Gallery.

Center, Burlington. Info: 8657166. Learn how to create large digital negatives from your film or digital files and use those negatives to print beautiful, richblue cyanotype and deep-brown kallitype images on watercolor paper. No experience necessary.

BCA offers dozens of weeklong summer art camps for ages 3-14 in downtown Burlington from June to August – the largest selection of art camps in the region! Choose full- or halfday camps – scholarships are available. See all the camps and details at burlingtoncityarts.com. CLAY: WHEEL THROWING: Jul. 12-Aug. 16, 6-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $210/person, $189/ BCA member. Location: BCA Clay Studio, Burlington. Info: 8657166. An introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio. Work primarily on the potter’s wheel, learning basic throwing and forming techniques, while creating functional pieces such as mugs, vases and bowls. No previous experience needed! Class includes over 30 hours per week of open studio time to practice. Ages 16+. PHOTO: CYANOTYPE/ KALLITYPE: Tue., Aug. 7, 6-9 p.m., & Sat., Aug. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $150/person, $135/ BCA member. Location: BCA

3-5-MILE RUN & RUNNING MEDITATION WORKSHOP: Jul. 14, 9 a.m. Location: Karme Choling, 369 Patneaude Lane, Barnet. Info: 633-2384, karmecholing.org. Based on the book “Running With the Mind of Meditation,” this one-day workshop will help you get the most out of your workout by helping to deepen your mind/body experience. Runners and walkers of all levels welcome. Healthy lunch included. For more information, visit karmecholing.org or call 633-2384.

building TINY-HOUSE RAISING: Cost: $250/workshop. Location: Lake Carmi, Enosburgh. Info: Peter King, 933-6103. A crew of beginners will help instructor Peter King frame and sheath a tiny house at Lake Carmi, July 14-15. Local housing available.

career TEACHERS MEDITATION RETREAT: Jul. 21-Jun. 26. Location: Karme Choling, 369 Patneaude Lane, Barnet. Info:

633-2384, karmecholing.org. There are many pressures on today’s teachers. Take time in this retreat to explore and nourish your inner calling to teach. This five-day program awards 3.0 credits. For more information, visit karmecholing.org or call 633-2384.

dance BELLY DANCE: SILA ROOD: Starts July 11. Weekly on Wed., 6:45-7:45 p.m. Cost: $14/session (better monthly rates). Location: Burlington Dances, 1 Mill Street, suite 372, Burlington. Info: Lucille Dyer, 863-3369, lucille@ naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. By tapping in to one of the oldest known forms of dance, we are carrying on movements that have been danced by women over the ages, inspired by nature and sacred geometry. Discover the sisterhood of this dance that has brought women together to be in their power throughout history. DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 5981077, info@salsalina.com. 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! LEARN TO DANCE W/ A PARTNER!: Cost: $50/4-wk. class. Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Lessons also avail. in St. Albans. Info: First Step Dance, 598-6757, kevin@firststepdance.com, FirstStepDance.com. Come alone, or come with friends, but come out and learn to dance! Beginning classes repeat each month, but intermediate classes vary from month to month. As with all of our programs, everyone is encouraged to attend, and no partner is necessary. SUMMER EVENING BALLET BARRE: Weekly on Tue., 6:30-7:45 p.m. Cost: $14/session (better monthly rates). Location: Burlington Dances Studio (upstairs in the Chace Mill), 1 Mill Street, suite 372, Burlington. Info: Burlington Dances, Lucille Dyer, 863-3369, Lucille@Naturalbodiespilates. com, Burlingtondances.com. Technique and practice. Perfect for beginning-intermediate students, our classes draw upon the wisdom, the traditions and the feeling of inner beauty of classical dance for good health and a balanced physique. Experience elegance, personal growth and fun while shaping, toning and aligning your body to move with ease and grace. SWING DANCE LESSONS: Jul. 12Aug. 9, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $8/2-hr. class. Location: Perkins Fitness, 3060 Williston Rd., suite 6, S. Burlington. Info: Raymond Moskewich, 233-0648,

lakechamplainsquares.org. East Coast Swing to Country Music and more fits all genres of music. Never have two left feet again. No previous experience required with all steps being taught. Come to one, some or all lessons. Couples and singles welcome. Wooden floor and air conditioned. Please wear clean, nonmarking, soft-soled shoes.

drawing STARTING FIGURE-DRAWING SESSION: Cost: $10/4-hr. session. Location: White River Crafts, Kimball House, 50 Randolph Ave., Randolph. Info: Alexis, 485-6610. In Randolph, at White River Crafts, Kimball House with Green Mountain Creative Collective. Starting a group of core artists at White River Crafts Center, Randolph. Seeking 10 or more participants for once a month four-hour session. Be among a creative, great group of people.

drumming TAIKO, DJEMBE, CONGAS & BATA!: Location: Burlington Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., suite 3-G, AllTogetherNow, 170 Cherry Tree Hill Rd., E. Montpelier. Info: Stuart Paton, 999-4255, spaton55@gmail. com. Burlington classes: Free Djembe class, Saturday, July 7, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Call for weekly conga and djembe lessons in Burlington. Burlington Beginners Taiko starts Tuesday, September 11, and October 30; kids, 4:30 p.m., $60/6 weeks; adults, 5:30 p.m., $72/6 weeks. Monday Advanced classes start September 10 and October 29, 5:30 and 7:45 p.m. Cuban Bata and house-call classes by request. Call for Women’s Friday 5 p.m. Conga class. Montpelier classes: Djembe class starts Thursday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. $45/3 weeks. Thursday Conga, Haitian, Taiko and children’s drumming classes. Call with interest.

education READING/MATH TUTOR: Jun. 25-Aug. 10. Cost: $30/ hr. Location: Your home, Chittenden & Franklin counties. Info: Pamela Towne, 881-4596, ptownevt@comcast.net. Is your child struggling with reading or math? Experienced educator available for summer tutoring. Individual or small groups.

exercise HOLISTIC EXERCISE CLASS: Fri. evenings, 7-8:30 p.m., beginning Jul. 6. Cost: $45/mo. or $15/single class. Location: Elements of Healing, 21 Essex Way, Essex Jct. Info: Abair Acupuncture, Carrie Abair, 999-9717, Abairacupuncture@ gmail.com, nccaomdiplomates. com/abairacupuncture. This is a gentle exercise class designed for people who are new to physical disciplines or who want to get back into shape after a period of inactivity. This class utilizes practices from martial

arts, qigong and yoga to help students reconnect with their bodies in a relaxed, noncompetitive environment.

fitness FORZA SAMURAI SWORD WORKOUT: Mon., 6-7 p.m.; Fri., 9-10 a.m. Cost: $10/1-hr. class. Location: North End Studio A, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Tweak Your Physique, stephanie shohet, 578-9243, forzavt@gmail. com, forzavt.com. FORZA is an intense, low-impact, full-body group fitness class appropriate for all fitness levels. Build muscle, burn calories, develop focus, vent frustrations and boost self-esteem while using a sword to practice the skills of the samurai warrior. No experience necessary. Weekly classes in Burlington and Williston.

healing arts BIODYNAMIC CRANIOSACRAL LEV. 1: Jul. 20-22, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $375/8-hour class. Location: Touchstone Healing Arts, 187 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info: Touchstone Healing Arts, 658-7715, touchvt@gmail. com, touchstonehealingarts. com. Practical, perceptual and theoretical introduction to the biodynamic model of craniosacral therapy. Class explores the embryological foundations of health, introducing participants to the direct perception of the presence of primary respiration and the “breath of life” in the therapeutic process. Can be taken singly or part of two-year foundation training.

health LAUGHTER YOGA LEADER TRAINING: Jul. 21-22, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $250/ training, $25 off if you come w/ friend. Location: Fran Joseph, certified Laughter Yoga teacher, 39 Northshore Dr., Burlington. Info: Start Laughing Vermont, Fran Joseph, 497-1624, crescentmoonvt@yahoo.com. Play and laugh while creatively learning about Laughter Yoga and its many benefits and applications, including ways to bring more joy and health to yourself and others! Incorporate laughter theory and techniques into your workshops, talks, classes and practice, or start your own Laughter Yoga seminars and retreats. Or simply come enjoy a health-enhancing weekend.

herbs WISDOM OF THE HERBS SCHOOL: Wild Edibles Intensive 2012: summer/fall term: Aug. 19, Sep. 16 & Oct. 14, 2012. VSAC nondegree grants avail. to qualifying applicants. Location: Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury. Info: 456-8122, annie@wisdomoftheherbsschool. com, wisdomoftheherbsschool. com. 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.

jewelry Jewelry classes: Tue., 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m, also Sun. on a monthly announcement. Cost: $140/2.5 hrs. 4x/mo. Sun. class will be announced monthly. Location: Alchemie, 2 Howard St., A1, Burlington. Info: jane frank jewellerydesign, jane frank, 999-3242, info@janefrank. de, janefrank.de. Learn how to make your own jewelery with German-trained goldsmith (at Alchemy Jewelry Arts) in a fully equipped studio in town. You will learn basic and advanced techniques but also be able to focus on individual projects.

language LEARN SPANISH & OPEN NEW DOORS: Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Ctr. Info: Spanish in Waterbury Center, 585-1025, spanishparavos@gmail.com, spanishwaterburycenter.com. Broaden your horizons, connect with a new world. We provide high-quality, affordable instruction in the Spanish language for adults, students and children. Our fifth year. Personal instruction from a native speaker. Small classes, private instruction, student tutoring, AP. See our website for complete information or contact us for details.

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Asian Bodywork Therapy Program: Weekly on Mon., Tue. Cost: $5,000/500-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. 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.

Massage Practitioner Training: Sep. 11-Jun. 2, 9 a.m.4:30 p.m. Cost: $8,000/course, + supplies. Location: Touchstone

LGBTQ Retreat: Confidence & Compassion: Sep. 7-9, 9 a.m. Location: Karme Choling, 369 Patneaude Lane, Barnet. Info: 633-2384, karmecholing.org. Come together both as a LGBTQ individual and a community! Meditation, tai chi and yoga, discussion and celebration. Explore confidence and compassion and connect more fully to your naturally wakeful heart and mind. For more information, visit karmecholing.org or call 633-2384. Living Beautifully With Uncertainty and Change: Jul. 18-Aug. 22, 7-9 p.m., Every 5 weeks on Wed. Cost: $60/ course fee. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave, Burlington. Info: Patti Lanich, 238-8771, pattilanich@gmail.com, burlington. shambhala.org. Talks by Pema Chödron filmed at Omega Institute before she went on retreat. Course includes talks, guided meditations, and discussions. In her talks, Pema explores how we can transform our lives during upheaval and uncertainty and how we can broaden our tolerance for uneasiness.

painting WATERCOLOR WEDNESDAYS: Jun. 20-Aug. 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Wed. Cost: $30/3-hr. class. Location: Ginny Joyner Studio, 504B Dalton Dr., Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. Info: Ginny Joyner, Ginny Joyner, 6550899, ginnyjoynervt@gmail.

Pilates! Chace Mill!: 6 days/ wk. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 1 Mill St., suite 372, Burlington. Info: 863-3369, lucille@naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. So many people love Pilates! Join in the fun in Reformer, Circuit and Mat classes. From gentle to vigorous, we have a class that is just right for you. Not ready for Reformer? Just sign up for our Pilates Circuit class and learn as you go! Get strong, stay healthy!

plants NEW Botanical Product Workshop: Jul. 7, 1-4 p.m., Weekly on Sat. Cost: $100/3hr. class ($90 for residents). Location: Community Room, Miller Community Recreation Center, 130 Gosse Ct., Burlington. Info: Miller Center, 540-1058, enjoyburlington.com/ FileLib/Miller_Center_Brochure_ FINAL_2.01[1].pdf. Summer Ragosta, PhD, will lead threehour workshops about the role of plants in our lives, botanical classification systems and how to make simple herbal products. Students will receive supplies and create their own herbal product. Educational materials will be provided. Please bring one wide-mouth glass jar with tight-fitting lid.

sewing nido sewing classes: Dates and times vary. Location: nido , 209 College Street Suite 2E, Burlington. Info: nido, Phiona Hamilton-Gordon, 881-0068, info@nidovt.com, nidoVT.com. nido’s summer sewing class schedule is now in session and boasts a ton of new offerings. Learn to sew in our popular three-hour introductory class. Already know the basics? Other classes include Piping Pillows, Colette Patterns Ginger Skirt, and Pajama Bottoms for Everyone.

sports Stand-Up Paddleboarding: Weekdays by appt.; Sat. & Sun. Cost: $30/hourlong privates & semiprivates; $20 ea. for groups. Location: Oakledge Park & Beach, end of Flynn Ave., a mile south of downtown along the bike path, Burlington. Info: Paddlesurf Champlain, Jason Starr, 881-4905, jason@paddlesurfchamplain.com, paddlesurfchamplain.com. Learn to standup paddleboard with Paddlesurf Champlain! Get on board for a

tai chi Snake-Style Tai Chi Chuan: Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: Bao Tak Fai Tai Chi Institute, 100 Church St., Burlington. Info: 864-7902, iptaichi.org. The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill.

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Yoga Tools for Mood Balance w/ Maggie Mae Anderson: Jul. 16-Aug. 6, 5:457 p.m., Weekly on Mon. Cost: $80/series. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga and Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burliington. Info: Vermont Center for Yoga and Therapy, 658-9440, vtcyt.com. A fourweek yoga program focusing on breathing exercises, meditation, visualization and restorative yoga postures to learn skills for a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Come explore new ways to relax, let go and renew yourself in a safe and fun environment. Healing w/ Restorative Yoga & Reiki: Jul. 22, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $35/2-hr. class. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga and Therapy, 364 Dorset St., S. Burlington. Info: 658-9440, vtcyt.com. Yoga and Reiki with Anne Martin and Maggie Mae Anderson. This small class will give you time and space to access deep levels of relaxation through restorative yoga asanas, Reiki, pranayama breathing and guided chakra meditation.

writing Writing for Young Readers: Jul. 21, noon-2 p.m. Cost: $50/class, all supplies provided. Location: Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank St., Burlington. Info: Phoenix Books Burlington, 448-3350, phoenixbooks.biz/event/writing-young-readers-workshopacclaimed-authorillustratorbonnie-christensen-burlington.

Do you want to write picture, middle-grade or young-adult books? Acclaimed author/illustrator Bonnie Christensen will offer an opportunity to ask questions, learn some basics of writing for young readers and practice writing exercises. Refreshments/dessert provided. Bring a brown-bag lunch, writing paper, utensils. Registration required.

yoga EVOLUTION YOGA: $14/class, $130/class card. $5-$10 community classes. Location: Evolution Yoga, 20 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: 864-9642, evolutionvt.com. Evolution’s certified teachers are skilled with students ranging from beginner to advanced. We offer classes in Vinyasa, Anusarainspired, Kripalu and Iyengar yoga. Babies/kids classes also available! Prepare for birth and strengthen postpartum with pre-/postnatal yoga, and check out our thriving massage practice. Participate in our community blog: evolutionvt.com/ evoblog. Laughing River Yoga: Yoga classes 7 days a wk. Individual classes range from $5 to $15; $115/10 classes; $130/unlimited monthly. Location: Laughing River Yoga, Chace Mill, suite 126, Burlington. Info: 343-8119, laughingriveryoga.com. We offer yoga classes, workshops, retreats and 200-hour teacher training taught by experienced and compassionate instructors in a variety of styles, including Kripalu, Jivamukti, Vinyasa, Yoga Dance, Yin, Restorative and more. Hit the beach for YogaSurf with Emily September 7-9 in York, Maine! Learn to Fly in July!: Jul. 27-28. Cost: $45/class, slidingscale daily rates. Location: Learn to Fly in July, Dharma Door, Underhill. Info: Dharma door, Abbi Jaffe, 318-3927, abbi. jaffe@gmail.com, dharmadoor. com. A two-day Acro Yoga (Mtl) intensive: partner yoga and Thai massage with Lori Flower and Abbi Jaffe. For all levels. Catered healthy food. Come with a friend or by yourself. Sliding-scale daily rates: $45-150. More information at dharmadoor.com and sattvayoga.wordpress.com. Preregister: 318-3927. Slow Yoga: 50+ w/ Jill Mason: Weekly: Tue., 10:3011:45 a.m, & Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Location: Burlington Dances Studio, upstairs in the Chace Mill, 1 Mill St., suite 372, Burlington. Info: Burlington Dances, Lucille Dyer, 863-3369, Lucille@NaturalBodiesPilates. com, BurlingtonDances.com. Slow down in a sped-up world and deepen your practice with time to explore what feels best as you go into a pose. Notice the feeling in your body, make adjustments, allow your muscles to relax and find your own best expression of each pose in the moment. Breathe.

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Exploration of Movement 14 CEU: Jul. 28-29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $245/14 CEUs ($225 if paid by Jul. 16; call about risk-free introductory fee). Location: Touchstone Healing Arts , Burlington. Info: Dianne Swafford, 734-1121, swaffordperson@hotmail.com, ortho-bionomy.org/SOBI/DianneSwafford. Using Ortho-Bionomy, participants will learn to recognize and palpate patterns of joint and muscle movement in order to facilitate tension release and increase range of motion. These techniques help relieve tension in those stuck places in our body that keep our bodies from moving well (i.e., shoulder blades or pelvis that won’t move when someone is walking).

LEARN TO MEDITATE: Meditation instruction avail. Sun. mornings, 9 a.m.-noon, or by appt. Meditation sessions on Tue. & Thu., noon-1 p.m. The Shambhala Cafe meets the 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. 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.

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very fun and simple new way to explore the lake and work your body head to toe. Instruction on paddle handling and balance skills to get you moving your first time out. Learn why people love this Hawaiian-rooted sport the first time they try it.

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com, ginnyjoyner.blogspot.com. Keep up your watercolor skills or learn for the first time this summer with an opportunity to paint with Ginny Joyner in her studio at Fort Ethan Allen. Small, relaxed, nonjudgmental classes are open to all wishing to refine their skills. Work from life using displays set up each class or focus on your own subject matter. Bring your own supplies. Sign up for a single class, or as many as you like. Drop-ins welcome.

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AIKIDO CLASSES: Cost: $65/4 consecutive Tue., uniform incl. Location: Vermont Aikido, 274 N. Winooski Ave. (2nd floor), Burlington. Info: Vermont Aikido, 862-9785, vermontaikido.org. Aikido trains body and spirit together, promoting physical flexibility and strong center within flowing movement, martial sensibility with compassionate presence, respect for others and confidence in oneself. Vermont Aikido invites you to explore this graceful martial art in a safe, supportive environment.

VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: 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. 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 self-confidence. 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 JiuJitsu instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr., teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! A 5-time Brazilian JiuJitsu National Featherweight Champion and 3-time Rio de Janeiro State Champion, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Healing Arts, 187 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info: Touchstone Healing Arts, 658-7715, touchvt@gmail.com, touchstonehealingarts.com. Touchstone Healing Arts School of Massage offers a 690-hour program in Western-style (Swedish) and therapeutic massage. This course is a solid foundation in therapeutic massage, anatomy and physiology, clinical practice, professional development, and communication skills. Since 1998 we have provided quality education in downtown Burlington. Join us!

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Aikido: Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St. (across from Conant Metal & Light), Burlington. Info: 9518900, burlingtonaikido.org. This Japanese martial art is a great method to get in shape and reduce stress. Classes for adults and children ages 5-12. Scholarships for youth ages 7-17. Classes are taught by Benjamin Pincus Sensei, Vermont’s senior and only fully certified Aikido teacher. Visitors are welcome seven days a week.

artists will be impressed by our instructors’ knowledge and humility, our realistic approach, and our straightforward and fair tuition and billing policies. We are dedicated to helping every member achieve his or her highest potential in the martial arts. Kempo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Wing Chun, Arnis, Thinksafe Self-Defense.

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SEVEN DAYS: You grew up in Burlington and went to the University of Vermont. But you were actually an art major. When did you transition into acting and music? ADAM GRIMES: I was a studio art major, but acting was something I did in high school, as well. And as an art major you can really only go so far. So I wound up doing a U-turn and doing tons of theater right in Burlington, with every company I could get my mitts on, and did play after play after college.

SD: Were you active in the Burlington music scene while you were here? AG: Not at all. I fell in love with music through singing in chorus in high school. But I also wanted to learn an instrument. I was the only one I knew who liked Dixieland jazz. And I don’t know why. No one in my family knows why, either. But I loved it. And year after year on First Night, around three in the afternoon in the Burlington Square Mall [now Town Center], the Onion River Jazz Band would play. And Jamie Masefield was their tenor banjo player. As long as I got to see Jamie Masefield play with that band, I didn’t care how the rest of First Night went. So I decided I wanted to play banjo. SD: And you ended up studying with him, right? AG: That’s right. I went downtown on the bus one year and approached him and asked if he’d give me lessons. He asked me who my influences were, and I said, “Well, Preservation Hall Jazz Band and you.” He said he had a lot of mandolin students, but no tenor banjo students, so he’d love to do it. SD: How long did you study with him? AG: It was about two years. And at that time, [Masefield’s band] the Jazz Mandolin Project was going pretty hot, so he told me he wanted to grill me on rhythm and chords on the banjo and have me sit in with the Onion River Jazz Band once in a while. So the first we ever played was actually during Jazz Fest on the back of a CCTA bus, just me and him. Then I played a couple gigs with the Onion River Jazz Band. SD: Do you find either music or acting to be more satisfying than the other? AG: I’m going to be the biggest cliché in the world here, but they’re so different and they fill me up in such different and amazing ways. It’s kind of become my yin and my

yang. Music sort of found me, and this band out here. And it’s so incredible that I’ll forget about acting. And then I’ll get a job and be on set and think, “Well, this is amazing, too.” And I’ll kind of forget about music for a bit. So really, they’re equally rewarding. SD: You’ve got a pretty lengthy filmography. But I imagine being “Handsome Guy” on “NCIS: Los Angeles” was a career highlight, right? AG: [Laughs.] Yeah. I’m actually glad you asked about that, but I think it gives a little insight into the biz. It was just a couple of lines and was originally sort of a funny scene, which was why they cast me. So I’m at the Paramount lot at the table read, and this time there was an actual audience there. The whole cast was there, LL Cool J. So we do the scene and this funny moment turns into a very serious moment. And we shoot it. So then about three weeks later I get a call saying they had cut the scene right out of the show. So you’re never guaranteed anything. Sometimes you end up on the editing-room floor. SD: The band is very theatrical, so having an acting background must be helpful. AG: Absolutely. As a matter of fact, our bandleader, Andy Comeau, is a very well-known actor out here. He’s had a great career. So every character has a villain name, and we all have a background story as to what crimes we’ve committed. And he’ll introduce certain villains on certain nights and tell their whole story at shows. So with this particular band, it really helps. But these guys are really talented musicians, and at first I had a hard time keeping up with them. But it’s also really about stage presence. SD: The band has 19 members. That must be a logistical nightmare. AG: It’s a challenge. Bands with four or five people have a hard time. But this band is such a joyous experience. I can’t describe it any other way. And it affects every single one of us as much as it does the audience. So there is a special quality about the band that make logistics easier to handle. It’s a vibrant, jubilant, life-changing show. Vaud and the Villains play Club Metronome in Burlington this Monday, July 9, 7 p.m. $12/15.

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ike so many talented Vermont-born artists, actor and musician Adam Grimes left his home state to pursue his dreams, landing in Los Angeles after college. As an actor, he’s appeared in numerous films and TV shows and carved out a modest career on the silver screen. But it’s as the tenor banjo player with the 19-piece ensemble Vaud and the Villains that Grimes returns home this week. The band plays Club Metronome on Monday, July 9. Vaud and the Villains combine Grimes’ love of music and theater into a rowdy and risqué stage show, with roots in early New Orleans jazz, burlesque and vaudeville. Band members boast gangsterish aliases, such as Vaud Overstreet, Big Daddy and Two Boots; Grimes’ moniker is Babyface Mahoney. Each character has an often-salacious backstory, and these are woven through the performances, adding a theatrical element to their sinfully manic musical act. In advance of their Burlington show, Seven Days chatted with Grimes by phone from California.

SD: When did you split town for LA? AG: Well, it was either going to be New York or LA. But everybody from Vermont goes to New York. I only knew one person in LA, and he said the one thing that sold me. He said, “You know what? Do the long haul first, and if you don’t like it, go to New York and be closer to home.” Sold. So I peeled out in 1999.

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odds, especially if you have something actually newsworthy to pass along. And no, simply being in a band, or having a show in town, ain’t necessarily news. Be a little more creative. You’re artists, right? I don’t mean to stand on the bully pulpit, or to come off as whiny. But I do worry that the expectation of promo might indicate a growing disconnect between artists and music journalists, particularly given the changing state of media. And, by the way, in talking with music-crit colleagues from outlets around the country, I know the phenomenon is not unique to Vermont. On the contrary, it appears to be epidemic. I think it’s critically important that we understand each other and the ground rules. We want to write about you, and what we write might turn out to be high praise. But it is not our job to promote you. Or, the words of the late, great Lester Bangs, “My responsibility as I see it as a critic is not to help a lot of new bands sell their records. It’s to help people who are buying the records to keep from making a purchase that they’re going to get home and hate my guts and the band’s too because it’s a piece of shit.” Thanks for listening.

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Being the music editor for Seven Days is an awesome gig. Not to brag, but getting paid to listen to music and tell you what I think about it is pretty much a dream come true, and I’m thankful. But like any job, it has its occasional annoyances. And lately I’ve noticed a disturbing trend among bands and their representatives: Namely, the misperception that here at Vermont’s Independent Voice we “promote” music. It’s a request that I and other music writers for this paper receive several times a day, often from people who should know better. And it’s depressing. If I could, I’d like to chat privately with local bands for a second. Dudes and dudettes, let me make something clear: We. Do. Not. Promote. Bands. Neither I nor any other writer we employ has any interest in “giving you press.” That’s not why we do this. This may come as a shock, but we write for our readers, not to fill your press kits with snappy clippings. If that’s what comes about, good for you. But it’s not our goal, and you should never ask for it. We want to turn our readers on to great music, steer them away from shitty music, and tell them interesting and entertaining stories. That’s it. And music journalists generally take their roles seriously. So when you approach a member of the media — here or elsewhere — and ask them to “promote” your band, you’re actually insulting the integrity of both the writer and the publication.

Think about it: If you knew a publication only gave ink to an artist to help them further their careers, would you trust that rag to give you an honest opinion? I wouldn’t. Sure, plenty of outlets do exactly that, but Seven Days is not one of them. Look, I’ve been on all sides of the music biz over the years. And I realize that getting publicity can be a shot in the arm, especially for up-and-coming acts. So it makes sense that artists or their managers will do what they can to get media attention. But you should know that there are more effective means of doing so than saying, “Hey, would you promote my band? We could really use the press.” It’s sort of like approaching an attractive man or woman at a bar and blurting out, “Will you go home with me? I could really use the sex.” (Bet you weren’t expecting romance tips here, were you? Me, neither, but it was the best parallel I could think of.) Now I’m not suggesting you be shy about approaching the media — quite the opposite. Building and maintaining healthy working relationships with artists and their representatives is essential to what we do. We want to know when your band is doing something cool or might be on the verge of a big break. We want to know the story behind your new record, or the crazy thing that happened to you on tour. We’re not mindreaders, and being kept in the loop is important. And it’s partly why my job is fun. We can’t always write about you when you pitch us, but it definitely increases the

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Martin & Wood, drummer Billy MarTin has translated his forward-thinking style

into a duo sitting alongside rising San Francisco-based keyboard star wil Blades. The duo’s new album, Shimmy, is aptly named, as it’s a danceable mishmash of deep organ grooves and savvy improvisation. Touring in support of that record, they’ll get their groove on at Club Metronome in Burlington this Sunday, July 8.

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ClUB MeTronoMe: Orgone, Dr. Ruckus (funk), 9 p.m., $5/8/10. 18+.

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franny o's: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.

Sunday, July 8, 2 p.m. Valley Players Theater, Waitsfield $18 $9

leviTy Café: Open mic (standup), 8:30 p.m., Free. Monkey HoUse: You Blew it!, spirit Animal, The New and Very Welcome (rock), 9 p.m., $5. 18+.

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BreakwaTer Café: suicide Doors (rock), 6 p.m., Free.

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neCTar's: Trivia mania with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free. Bluegrass Thursday: Gold Town, 9:30 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. Bluegrass Thursday: Gold Town, 9:30 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. o'Brien's irisH PUB: DJ Dominic (hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., Free. on TaP Bar & Grill: Nobby Reed Project (blues), 7 p.m., Free. radio Bean: Jazz sessions, 6 p.m., Free. shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., Free. Kat Wright & the indomitable soul Band (soul), 11 p.m., $3.

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red sqUare: Oil Brown Band (rock), 7 p.m., Free. DJ A-Dog (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. red sqUare BlUe rooM: DJ cre8 (house), 10 p.m., Free. rí rá irisH PUB: Longford Row (celtic), 8 p.m., Free. venUe: Karaoke with steve Leclair, 7 p.m., Free. Diversity Night, 8 p.m., 18+.

central

BaGiTos: colin mccaffrey & Friends (acoustic), 6 p.m., Free. THe BlaCk door: Old Time Night with John Beckhoff, 6 p.m., $5. madmen3 (reggae), 9:30 p.m., $5. CHarlie o's: chrome concept (funk), 10 p.m., Free. Green MoUnTain Tavern: Thirsty Thursday Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. nUTTy sTePH's: Bacon Thursday: mary Go Round (piano), 7 p.m., Free.

champlain valley

Brandon MUsiC Café: Teri Roiger (jazz), 7:30 p.m., $12. CiTy liMiTs: Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free.

northern

Bee's knees: Other cities (folk), 7:30 p.m., Donations. CHow! Bella: marko the master magician, 7 p.m., Free. Claire's resTaUranT & Bar: Tina and Her Pony (bluegrass), 7:30 p.m., Free. MooG's: Pyroplastic Flows (rock), 8:30 p.m., Free. riMroCks MoUnTain Tavern: DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. rUsTy nail: Lyrics Born, Lynguistic civilians (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $15/20. AA.

regional

MonoPole downsTairs: Gary Peacock (singer-songwriter), 10 p.m., Free. olive ridley's: Karaoke, 6 p.m., Free.

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Back in the day — we’re talking the early to mid-1990s — the CHANNEL 2 DUB BAND were one of the most popular reggae acts in town. They were regulars on the club circuit and featured some of the era’s best and brightest local musicians, including vocalist DON “QUENNIE” QUEENVILLE, drummer TROY PUDVAH and guitarist GREG MATSES. A long list of folks once claimed membership in or jammed with the band — including some guy named TREY ANASTASIO on at least one occasion. But Channel 2 eventually ran their course and broke up. I’m happy to report that this Saturday, July 7, the band is reuniting at Nectar’s for its first show in more than 10 years. I’m told at least 10 original members will be onstage, in addition to some newer cats helping to flesh out the band’s irie island sound.

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Meanwhile, at the Monkey House, the Jenke Records catalog grows a little more voluminous with the debut release from local MC CROOKS — aka RAJNII EDDINS — also on Saturday, July 7. The record, Dapper With a Dagger — is a heady blend of hip-hop and R&B that, while a bit preachy at times, should prove a welcome addition to the local hip-hop scene. The show, which also features Jenke founder TOMMY ALEXANDER with SET UP CITY and Eddins’ other project, BLESS THE CHILD, doubles as a benefit for the Root Center.

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Finally, the local music scene took a tragic hit over the weekend when GREYSPOKE bassist RUDY KIBURIS drowned while swimming at Huntington Gorge

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In other news, last week, Higher Ground Presents announced that the legendary pop parody auteur WEIRD AL YANKOVIC would be playing the Flynn MainStage on October 20, to the delight of geeks throughout Vermont. I may forever destroy whatever precious music-hack cred I have by admitting this, but I saw Yankovic several years ago at the State Theatre in Portland, Maine, and it was one of the most entertaining live concerts I’ve ever witnessed. Really. Tickets for the Burlington show went on sale Friday, June 29, at flynntix.org.

on Saturday, June 30. Kiburis, 24, was one of more than 25 people to drown in the Richmond swimming hole in the last 40 years. Sincere condolences go out to his family and friends.

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of seminal Bay Area duo LATRYX returning to VT is itself noteworthy, equally important is the local talent backing him up: among others, the LYNGUISTIC CIVILIANS, LEARIC from the AZTEXT, the MOVE IT MOVE IT, FACE-ONE and MEMARANDA. Oh, there’s also a party bus to get Burlingtonians to and from Stowe safe and sound. Bonus.

Speaking of hip-hop, noted MC and producer LYRICS BORN plays a two-night stand at the Rusty Nail in Stowe on Thursday, July 5, and Friday, July 6. While the highly respected cofounder

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The Black Door: Sara Grace, Miriam Bernardo, Rob Morse & Asa Brosius (folk-soul), 9:30 p.m., $5.

Facing Forward If you were to envision

the fresh new face of hip-hop, the visage of a 27-year-old

Charlie O's: Chalice (metal), 10 p.m., Free.

woman from suburban Illinois with dual degrees from

Nutty Steph's: Bacon Thursday: Toussaint (jazz), 8 p.m., Free.

Stanford — sociology and psychology — probably wouldn’t come immediately to mind. But as her latest EP, Eyes

Positive Pie 2: Rusty Belle (folk punk), 10:30 p.m., $6.

Shut, attests, K. Flay is making a career out of challenging

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perceptions with clever, brash rhymes and progressive beats rooted equally in indie rock and rap. This Tuesday, July

Bar Antidote: The Ryan Hanson Band (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

10, catch her at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge with

City Limits: Dance Party with DJ Earl (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free.

Colin Munroe and Spose.

northern

Bee's Knees: The Growlers (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Moog's: Audrey Bernstein (jazz), 9 p.m., Free. Parker Pie Co.: Tina and Her Pony (bluegrass), 8 p.m., Free. Rimrocks Mountain Tavern: DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. Roadside Tavern: DJ Diego (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free. Rusty Nail: Tall Grass Get Down (bluegrass), 9 p.m., NA.

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Monopole: Mr. Breakdown (rock), 10 p.m., Free. courtesy of K. Flay

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Tabu Café & Nightclub: Karaoke Night with Sassy Entertainment, 5 p.m., Free. Therapy: Therapy Thursdays with DJ NYCE (Top 40), 10:30 p.m., Free.

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Backstage Pub: Tres Hombres (rock), 9 p.m., Free. Breakwater Café: Mr. French (rock), 6 p.m., Free. Club Metronome: No Diggity: Return to the ’90s (’90s dance party), 9 p.m., $5. Franny O's: Empty Pockets (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free. Higher Ground Ballroom: Josh Thompson, Joe McGinness & Longshot (singer-songwriters), 8 p.m., $18/20. AA. Higher Ground Showcase Lounge: First Friday with the Steph Pappas Experience, DJs Precious & Llu (rock, house), 8 p.m., $5/10. 18+.

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JP's Pub: Dave Harrison's Starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. Levity Café: Friday Night Comedy (standup), 9 p.m., $8. Lift: Ladies Night, 9 p.m., Free/$3.

Marriott Harbor Lounge: Ray Vega (jazz), 8:30 p.m., Free. Monkey House: AM & MSR Presents: Futurebirds, White Violet (indie, country-rock), 8:30 p.m., $10. 18+. Nectar's: Tina and Her Pony (bluegrass), 5 p.m., Free. Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. Lowell Thompson (alt-country), 7 p.m., Free. Grippo Funk Band, 9 p.m., $5. Radio Bean: Morgan Hevrin (Americana), 7 p.m., Free. Joe Redding (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Nick Losito (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., Free. Gypsophilia (gypsy folk), 10 p.m., Free. Heloise Williams (electro-pop), 11:30 p.m., Free. Citizen Bare (Americana), 1 a.m., Free. Red Square: The Matchsticks (folk), 5 p.m., Free. Doug Ratner & the Watchmen (rock), 8 p.m., $5. DJ Craig Mitchell (house), 11 p.m., $5. Red Square Blue Room: DJ Mario (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. Venue: Groove Thing (funk), 9 p.m., NA. Vermont Pub & Brewery: The Edd (jam), 10 p.m., Free.

central

Bagitos: Bob Kinzel & the Barn Band (acoustic), 6 p.m., Donations. The Black Door: Zack duPont Band (indie folk), 9:30 p.m., $5. Green Mountain Tavern: DJ Jonny P (Top 40), 9 p.m., $2. Purple Moon Pub: The Merry Run-Arounds (rock), 8 p.m., Free.

champlain valley

51 Main: Lokum (Turkish gypsy), 9 p.m., Free.

regional

Monopole: Mr. Breakdown (rock), 10 p.m., Free. Naked Turtle: Ten Year Vamp (rock), 10 p.m., NA. Therapy: Pulse with DJ Nyce (hip-hop), 10 p.m., $5.

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burlington area

Backstage Pub: Empty Pockets (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

Nectar's: Brooks Hubbard (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Channel 2 Dub Band reunion (reggae), 9 p.m., Free. Radio Bean: Less Digital, More Manual: Record Club, 3 p.m., Free. Joe and Joe with Joe and Joe (singer-songwriters), 5 p.m., Free. Wylia Aurora Skye (singersongwriter), 6 p.m., Free. Maryse Smith (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Tommy Alexander (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free. Hannah's Field (folk), 9 p.m., Free. Morningside Lane (folk), 10 p.m., Free. Other Cities (folk), 12:30 a.m., Free.

City Limits: Toast (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

Breakwater Café: Sideshow Bob (rock), 6 p.m., Free.

Red Mill Restaurant at Basin Harbor Club: Hot Neon Magic (’80s New Wave), 9:30 p.m., Free.

Club Metronome: Retronome (’80s dance party), 10 p.m., $5.

Red Square: The Stone Revival Band (rock), 8 p.m., $5. DJ A-Dog (hip-hop), 11 p.m., $5.

Franny O's: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. Smokin' Gun (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free.

Red Square Blue Room: DJ Raul (salsa), 6 p.m., Free. DJ Stavros (EDM), 10 p.m., $5.

Higher Ground Showcase Lounge: Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars (world music), 9 p.m., $16/18. AA.

Rí Rá Irish Pub: Party Wolf (rock), 10 p.m., Free.

northern

Bee's Knees: Malicious Brothers (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Chow! Bella: Open Mic, 6 p.m., Free. Matterhorn: One Over Zero (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free. Moog's: The Growlers (blues), 9 p.m., Free. Rimrocks Mountain Tavern: Friday Night Frequencies with DJ Rekkon (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. Rusty Nail: Lyrics Born, Lynguistic Civilians (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $15/20. AA.

JP's Pub: Karaoke with Megan, 10 p.m., Free. Levity Café: Saturday Night Comedy (standup), 8 p.m., $8. Saturday Night Comedy (standup), 10 p.m., $8. Marriott Harbor Lounge: Queen City Quartet (acoustic), 8:30 p.m., Free. Monkey House: Crooks Album Release, Tommy Alexander's Set Up City, Bless the Child & J. Kane (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5.

T Bones Restaurant and Bar: Open Mic, 7 p.m., Free. Venue: 96.7 Destination Club Night, 9 p.m., NA. 18+. Vermont Pub & Brewery: Jomo Blues Band, 10 p.m., Free.

central

Bagitos: Irish Session, 2 p.m., Donations. Bob Harris & the Well Trained Monkeys (acoustic), 6 p.m., Free.

Naked Turtle: Ten Year Vamp (rock), 10 p.m., NA. Tabu Café & Nightclub: All Night Dance Party with DJ Toxic (Top 40), 5 p.m., Free.

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Breakwater Café: Fattie B (hip-hop), 3 p.m., Free. Club Metronome: Billy Martin & Wil Blades Duo (organ groove), 8 p.m., $12/15. 18+. Monkey House: Andy Patterson, Milton Busker, Peter Donovan (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., $5. 18+. Monty's Old Brick Tavern: George Voland JAZZ: Jake Whitesell and Dan Skea, 4:30 p.m., Free. Nectar's: Mi Yard Reggae Night with Big Dog & Demus, 9 p.m., Free. Radio Bean: Old Time Sessions (old time), 1 p.m., Free. Trio Gusto (gypsy jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Girls Rock Vermont, 7 p.m., Free. thePROPER (rock), 10 p.m., Free. Trapper Keeper (rock), 11 p.m., Free. Red Square: The Wee Folkestra (folk), 7 p.m., Free. D Jay Baron (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

central

The Skinny Pancake: Jay Ekis and Mike Quinones (acoustic), 6 p.m., $5-10 donation.

northern

Bee's Knees: The Hardscrabble Hounds (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations. River House Restaurant: Stump! Trivia Night, 6 p.m., Free.

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Club Metronome: Vaud and the Villains (cabaret), 7 p.m., $12/15. WRUV & Miss Daisy present Motown Monday (soul), 11 p.m., Free. Monkey House: Wyndorf and Bright (singer-songwriters), 8 p.m., $5. 18+. Nectar's: Metal Monday: Eye Decide, Vaporizer, Among the Living, Boil the Whore, 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. On Tap Bar & Grill: Open Mic with Wylie, 7 p.m., Free.

Radio Bean: Erin Thomas (folk), 6:30 p.m., Free. Open Mic, 8 p.m., Free. Red Square: Shady Alley Band (folk), 7 p.m., Free. Industry Night with Robbie J (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. Ruben James: Why Not Monday? with Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

central

Bagitos: Open Mic, 7 p.m., Free.

northern

Moog's: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 8 p.m., Free.

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Club Metronome: Bass Culture: Kate Rush, Principal Dean & Snakefoot, the Orator,

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Jahson & Nickel B (dubstep), 9 p.m., Free. Higher Ground Ballroom: Saving Abel, Fall From Grace (rock), 8:30 p.m., $16/19. AA. Higher Ground Showcase Lounge: K. Flay, Colin Munroe, Spose (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $10. AA. Monkey House: tooth ache., Home Body (indie), 9 p.m., $5. 18+. Monty's Old Brick Tavern: Open Mic, 6 p.m., Free. Nectar's: Brown Gold (Ween tribute), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. On Tap Bar & Grill: Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free. Radio Bean: Stephen Callahan and Mike Piche (jazz), 6 p.m., Free. Andrew Stearns (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., Free. Honky-Tonk Sessions (honkytonk), 10 p.m., $3.

Red Square: Wild Man Blues, 7 p.m., Free. Craig Mitchell (house), 10 p.m., Free. Red Square Blue Room: DJ Mixx (EDM), 11 p.m., Free. T Bones Restaurant and Bar: Trivia with General Knowledge, 7 p.m., Free.

central

Back to Vermont Pub: John Gillette & Sarah Mittlefeldt (folk), 7 p.m., Free. Charlie O's: Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free.

seriously. The Athens, Ga.-based band is as likely to charm with sweetly swirling pedal steel and banjo as they are to unleash fuzzed-out guitar savagery. Or, as the blog Aquarium Drunkard succinctly put it, the ’birds are “a synthesis of the two extremes

Red Square Blue Room: DJ Mixx (EDM), 11 p.m., Free.

Higher Ground Showcase Lounge: Elizabeth Cook, Tim Carroll (singer-songwriters), 8:30 p.m., $10/12. AA.

The Skinny Pancake: Pandagrass (bluegrass), 7 p.m., $5-10 donation.

JP's Pub: Karaoke with Morgan, 10 p.m., Free. Manhattan Pizza & Pub: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free. Monkey House: Slingshot Dakota, Trapper Keeper (rock), 9 p.m., $5. 18+.

T Bones Restaurant and Bar: Chad Hollister (rock), 8 p.m., Free.

central

Bagitos: Acoustic Blues Jam with the Usual Suspects, 6 p.m., Free. The Black Door: Comedy Open Mic with B.O.B. (standup), 8:30 p.m., Free.

champlain valley

Nectar's: Jay Burwick (solo acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. Orange Television, JB & the Raw Dawg House Band (rock), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.

northern

ONE Pepper Grill: Open Mic with Ryan Hanson, 8 p.m., Free.

City Limits: Karaoke with Let It Rock Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free.

On Tap Bar & Grill: Karaoke, 7 p.m., Free.

northern

Two Brothers Tavern: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., Free. Monster Hits Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.

Moog's: Open Mic/Jam Night, 8:30 p.m., Free.

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Franny O's: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.

burlington area

1/2 Lounge: Rewind with DJ Craig Mitchell (retro), 10 p.m., Free. Breakwater Café: In Kahootz (rock), 6 p.m., Free.

Radio Bean: Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival, 5 p.m., Free. Ensemble Five (experimental jazz), 7 p.m., Free. Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Irish Sessions, 9 p.m., Free.Father & Son (rock), 11:30 p.m., Free. Red Square: Barbacoa (surf-noir), 7 p.m., Free. DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

Gusto's: Open Mic with John Lackard, 9 p.m., Free.

champlain valley

Bee's Knees: Max Weaver (acoustic), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Moog's: Shane Brody (singersongwriter), 8:30 p.m., Free.

regional

Monopole: Open Mic, 8 p.m., Free. m

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Bands that borrow their names from movie titles — i.e., My Bloody Valentine, Say Anything, Goldfinger — are a strange breed. The habitual temptation in cases such as these is to search for potential parallels in content or mood between the bands and the films. Most of the time these parallels, if they exist, are not manifested. And if there are comparisons to be drawn between the 2003 Paul Schneider/Zooey Deschanel box-office flop and Burlington’s own All the Real Girls, they are not drawn easily. Now, with that initial observation more or less addressed… Ten seconds of indistinguishable chatter among seemingly many males and females mark the beginning of All the Real Girls’ self-titled LP. It’s hard to say what the intention of this voice collage might be, unless to illustrate the fact that this band is composed of many voices — 16 members in total. Incorporating an impressive array of instruments, from a fleshed-out horn section to fluid strings and pedal-steel guitar, All the Real Girls is a real-deal production. On the waltz-y first track, “The Empress,” the listener can easily distinguish, beneath the prominent lead vocal harmonies, the sounds of fiddle, bass, drums, organ and numerous guitars. This brand of lush arrangement is consistent throughout. With the help of Peter Donovan’s unflinching lyrical reflections — e.g., “I was so far gone, I couldn’t save you from what I’d done”

From the title of their debut full-length album, Weekend Musician, you’d be tempted to think Underhill’s Flat Top Trio are just another group of players who gig occasionally in various joints around the Green Mountains. On the contrary, these are three of the region’s most accomplished acoustic players. While the band’s relaxed, back-porch sound is certainly informal and familiar, the tunes bristle with rootsy, downhome charm, and are immaculately and tastefully composed and performed. The picking party kicks off with a cover of John Prine’s “The Speed of the Sound of Loneliness.” Bandleader Jeremy Sicely — formerly of Gold Town, Rock ’n’ Roll Sherpa and the Medicinals, among other local bands — handles lead vocals. His sweet, unadorned baritone is well matched by the arcing, crystalline tones of his dobro. Guitarist and mandolinist Dave Ogrodowczyk adds breezy tenor backing vocals over a gentle country strut, while bassist Jeff Thompson holds down a loping low end. Weekend Musician features a mix of traditionals, covers and originals. While the covers and trad tunes are generally expertly done — especially a stunning live version of Gillian Welch’s “Annabelle” — Sicely’s originals drive the record and give it character. “Rich Girl Poor Boy,” a dark, tragic tale of late nights in seedy bars, simmers with sinister

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on the string-centric “His Wife, the Painter” — the album ambles fluently from song to song. The number and diversity of instruments found here is reminiscent of that on Bright Eyes’ 2002 breakthrough, Lifted. In both cases, the core of each song is a simple folk ballad composed of acoustic guitar and lyrical introspection. The simple songstatements are then embellished by what sounds like, at its best, a countryand-Western-meets-Salvation-Army band. The results here are varied. In the end, All the Real Girls comes across as a heavily polished product. It’s no surprise to find that it was mastered by Omaha’s Doug Van Sloun, the man responsible for mastering most of the albums in Saddle Creek Records’ catalog. That includes the majority of Bright Eyes’ albums, though, strangely enough, not Lifted. All the Real Girls clearly know how to achieve their desired sound, and they do it well. Hear for yourself when the band plays the Monkey House in Winooski on Sunday, July 8.

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energy. The following tune, “Rupert Depot,” is an earnest ode to smalltown living that features some of the finest yodeling on a local album since Wooden Dinosaur’s Spaces, released earlier this year. The instrumental “Shovel Ready” highlights Sicely’s nimble banjo chops. “Even God Gets the Blues” is a clever, cheeky dose of high-lonesome harmonies wrapped in a lilting waltz. And the title track is a pitch-perfect slice of blue-collar Americana. The record closes on a trio of live cuts recorded at Maple Corner with fiddler Patrick Ross. From weekend musicians or otherwise, mountain music is often best experienced in person. The Lane Gibson-engineered studio recordings sound rich, but the two Sicely originals and the Welch tune highlight Flat Top Trio’s formidable prowess as a live act. It’s a fine close to a sterling effort from one the state’s best Americana bands. Flat Top Trio play the Maple Corner Fourth of July celebration in Calais this Saturday, July 7.

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ucked in the picturesque landscape of Waterbury Center, the old Green Mountain Seminary building perches magisterially on a hill. A set of neat steps festooned with flowers marks the entry to the building’s first floor, where the Seminary Art Center occupies a sunny, high-ceilinged space. In the front, a small gallery stocked with ceramic wares shows the skill of the artists who work here. Tiny pots and broad bowls mingle on the wooden shelves, inviting visitors’ curious perusal or acquisition. Through a doorway, you can see a few pottery wheels, a pair of kilns, a maze of dusty drying racks, long counters punctuated by stools, and powdery-looking creations awaiting their turn in the kiln. Mame McKee founded the art center in 1996 as School House Pottery in Moscow, Vt. She moved the center to its current location in 2007. In the wake of Tropical Storm Irene, Seminary Art Center is one of a number of Waterbury organizations and businesses using art to help the town recover. Along with holding regular classes for children and adults, the facility is launching a mural project to meld its educational goals with the town recovery effort. This summer, Seminary Art Center will host art camps for kids to design and paint two murals for downtown Waterbury. The center is offering 16 full scholarships, a boon for residents grappling with the demands and costs of Irene recovery. The art lesson of designing and painting a mural doubles as a civics lesson, says Vermont artist and Seminary instructor Natasha Bogar. “Another purpose of this mural project is to connect multiple organizations within Waterbury with a common goal of improving our town,” she says. Besides SAC, the list of participating groups includes Waterbury Activities and Cultural Center, Waterbury Parks and Recreation, Waterbury Historical Society and Revitalizing Waterbury — all organizations Bogar hopes kids will get to know and appreciate through the project. “Youth learn from these civic groups what it means to be involved with community

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and making a positive difference,” she writes in an email. On Sunday, July 8, Waterbury residents can work on two Irene-recovery art projects at a pair of sites. On Randall Street, one of the areas of town hit hardest by the flood, participants can translate their personal experiences of Irene into art with help from local artist and community activist Sarah-Lee Terrat and Thatcher Brook Primary School art teacher MK Monley. Their project, called “Floodgates,” provides kits that include a 6-by-6-inch panel, which participants can embellish in any way they choose. Eventually, the tiles will be attached to wire-mesh fencing and exhibited. Terrat was inspired to create the project by her memory of a wall in downtown New York City that became a makeshift information center and commemoration after 9/11 as people posted images of missing loved ones, personal

stories and mementos, images and texts. “Floodgates,” similarly, is both a forum for Irene experiences and a means of spiritual recovery from the trauma. “I think people are tired,” Terrat says. “People have been through a lot. Not just the flood itself, but the trauma afterwards. The financial trauma and the displacement.” Terrat and Monley hope to bring the community together around art. “There are a lot of positive stories that came out of [the storm],” Terrat says. “People have new heroes — people who helped them out or took them in in the moment, and also people who helped with the longterm effort. It’s a kind of therapy but also a way of giving thanks and a different way of telling your story.” A few blocks away, community members can make their mark with another art project. When Irene hit, a state-ofthe-art forensics lab was just coming

online in Waterbury, reflecting a comprehensive plan developed by artist Dan Gottsegen and landscape architect Terrence Boyle through the Art in State Buildings Public Art program. After Irene, Gottsegen saw the need to amend those plans, adding a walkway lined with bricks inscribed by Waterbury residents. “The brick idea bloomed because I wanted some commemoration of Irene for the community in the piece,” Gottsegen writes in an email. On July 8, participants can enhance hundreds of unbaked bricks donated by the Vermont Brick Company. After they’re inscribed, the bricks will be fired, then installed along the curving pathways through the grounds of the lab. “I hope it will be a nice addition to the piece, and give the community a sense of ‘ownership,’” writes Gottsegen. “When an idea has traction, there is a way that it evolves collaboratively. No one person has ownership of it. So I am quite excited about this.” SAC may be a gem known only to locals, but Waterbury residents themselves seem to offer a wealth of creativity and community spirit. “[These projects are a] way to show that people who don’t consider themselves artists can become artists for projects, and that artists can and do become deeply involved in things going on around them,” Terrat says. “So we’re crossing over from being artists ... into being community activists, and it’s helping people who don’t consider themselves to be artists to be poets or painters for a day and see how they can use this medium.” This summer, Waterbury residents have ample opportunity to demonstrate both their artistic talents and their community spirit. Seminary Art Center, Waterbury, 253-8790. seminaryartcenter.com Decorate a tile for the Floodgates Project on Sunday, July 8, 1-4 p.m., at 18 Elm Street in Waterbury. stowestreetartsfest.com/after-irene Inscribe a brick for the pathways in the public garden space at the Forensics Lab and Public Safety Building, also on Sunday, July 8, 1-4 p.m., at 103 South Main Street in Waterbury. vermontartscouncil.org revitalizingwaterbury.org

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Call to artists TRIBAL DANCERS WANTED: Dancers wanted for American tribal-style belly dance troupe. Experience not necessary. All body types welcome. Must be committed. No pay, just fun! Info, 735-3641 or gwinnad@yahoo.com. CULTUREHALL NEW ARTISTS: Culturehall, a curated online resource for contemporary art, invites artists to submit work to an open application call. Info, culturehall.com/apply.html. CALL TO PHOTOGRAPHERS: “Mobile-O-graphy,” a juried cellphone photography exhibit at Darkroom Gallery. Show us your latest mobile creations. Deadline: August 1. Juror: Dan Burkholder. Info, darkroomgallery.com/ex32. HAILING STEAMPUNK ARTISTS! Shelburne Museum is calling for steampunk artists to vend at an event on August 9. No fees. Info, pfeeser@ shelburnemuseum.org. CALL TO ARTISTS: The Firefly Gallery in downtown Burlington is seeking submissions of 2-D art for our gallery spaces. Details at thefireflyvt.com. MAGIC HAT: Magic Hat and SEABA are calling on local Vermont artists to create a label for Art Hop Ale, a limited-edition, 22-ounce beer that will be available

in 2013. Info, magichat. net/seaba/rules. Deadline: August 15.

July 13. Info, burlingtoncityarts.org/Art_In_Public_Places/ or skatz@ci.burlington.vt.us.

STRUT CALL TO DESIGNERS! Are your designs ready to hit the runway? Break into the world of fashion by watching your creations walk down the catwalk at the annual fashion STRUT put on by SEABA and Seven Days. Apply at seaba.com/art-hop/ strut-registration.

CALL TO ARTISTS: The Great Vermont Plein Air Paint-Out in historic Waitsfield Village is a festival within the Festival of the Arts! August 18. Info and registration, vermontartfest. com or 496-6682.

CALL TO ARTISTS: Chaffee Art Center invites Vermont artists to submit applications for juried membership. Deadline: July 18. Applications can be found at chaffeeartcenter.org/ jurying.html. SCULPTFEST 2012: The Carving Studio and Sculpture Center invites sculptors to submit proposals for SculptFest2012, September 8 through October 21. The theme for this year’s outdoor installation event is “Keep on Keepin’ On.” Proposals should include a project description on one or two pages, sketches or other visual representations, résumé, optional statement, and up to 10 digital images portraying previous site-specific work. Deadline: July 20. Info, 438-2097 or info@carvingstudio.org. PUBLIC ART PROJECT: Burlington City Arts and Redstone seek proposals for a public art project in conjunction with a new building in downtown Burlington. Deadline: 5 p.m.,

ongoing 'An Outgrowth of Nature: The Art of Toshiko Takaezu': Ceramic sculptures inspired by the poetry of the Buddhist nun Otagaki Rengetzu (through September 9); Shahram Entekhabi: Happy Meal, a film featuring a young Muslim girl eating a McDonald's Happy Meal, in the New Media Niche (through August 26). At Fleming Museum, UVM, in Burlington. Info, 656-0750.

Brian Collier: "The Collier Classification System for Very Small Objects," a participatory exhibit of things big enough to be seen by the naked eye but no larger than 8 by 8 by 20 millimeters. Through October 15 at Durick Library, St. Michael's College, in Colchester. Info, 654-2536.

Carl Rubino: "Reflections of a Dream State," photographic interpretations of the shape-shifting nature of dreams. Through July 31 at Brickels Gallery in Burlington. Info, 825-8214.

'Curtains Without Borders': Large photographs of Vermont's painted theatrical scenery created between 1900 and 1940, plus one 1930s curtain from Beecher Falls, Vt. Through July 28 at Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center, in Burlington. Info, 652-4510. David Stromeyer: "Equilibrium," a retrospective of the Vermont artist's monumental-scale, steel-and-concrete sculptural works; 'Emergence': digital and traditional artwork by members of the first graduating class of Champlain College’s emergent media MFA program. Through September 28 at BCA Center in Burlington. Info, 865-7166. Doug Hoppes: Oil paintings of a surreal Vermont landscape. Through July 5 at Salaam in Burlington. Info, 658-8822. 'FIVE': Artwork by Jeanne Amato, Faith Fellows, Daryl Storrs and Marie Weaver, all of whom have worked as assistants or apprentices to printmaker Sabra Field, whose work is also on display. Curated by Frog Hollow. Through July 30 at 152 Cherry Street in Burlington. Info, 863-6458. 'Here Comes the Sun': Watercolors by Annelein Beukenkamp, plus work by a variety of Vermont artists, in the 21st annual summer group show. Through July 10 at Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne. Info, 985-3848.

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'Art + Soul': Work by local artists inspired by Burlington's Intervale Center; proceeds benefit both the artists and the nonprofit. Friday, July 6, 5-8 p.m., Dunkiel Saunders Elliott Raubvogel & Hand, Burlington. Info, kmcclennan@dunkielsaunders. com. 'Art on Park': Local artisans sell their handcrafted products, artwork, specialty foods and more; musicians perform. Thursday, July 5, 5-8 p.m., Park Street, Stowe. Info, 793-2101. Jack Dowd: "The 27 Club: Legends in Music," pastel profiles of Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse and seven other musicians who died at 27. Through August 19 at Vermont Institute of Contemporary Arts in Chester. Dowd hosts a screening of Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child, a film about the artist, a member of the "27 Club," Thursday, July 5, 8 p.m. Info, 875-1018. Burklyn Arts Summer Craft Fair: Crafts, entertainment, a raffle, lunch and strawberry shortcake. Saturday, July 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Bandstand Park, Lyndonville. Info, 522-7323. Fletcher Farm School Arts & Crafts Festival: Primitives, paintings, carvings, jewelry, food and more by some of New England's finest artists and craftsmen. Saturday, July 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Fletcher Farm School for the Arts & Crafts, Ludlow. Info, 228-8770. Craig Colorusso: "Sun Boxes," a solar-powered sound installation comprising 20 independently operating speakers. Thursday through Saturday, July 5-7, 12 a.m., Elmore State Park, Lake Elmore.

Grand Opening: The new studio center's tenants show their work, and visitors check out remaining studio rentals. Friday, July 6, 5-8 p.m., 266 Studios, Burlington. Info, 578-2512.

receptions Kathryn Milillo & Susan Shannon: "Double Vision," oil paintings by Milillo; Su Chi pottery by Shannon. Through August 28 at Brandon Artists' Guild. Reception: Friday, July 6, 5-7 p.m. Info, 247-4956. Bill Brauer & Margit J. Füreder: "The Observer," new sensual paintings of women by Brauer; "Queen of Heart," paintings by Füreder inspired by images from Austrian television and film. July 7 through August 15 at West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park in Stowe. Reception: Emily Lanxner Steel Drum Duo performs; Susanna's Catering provides snacks. Saturday, July 7, 6-8:30 p.m. Info, 253-8943. Pete Sutherland: Collage work by the Vermont folk musician and songwriter. Through July 31 at North End Studio A in Burlington. The reception doubles as a CD release party with Tim Cummings, Friday, July 6, 5-7 p.m. Info, 863-6713. Jennifer Hubbard: "Activating the Character," portraits in oil on canvas. Through July 31 at Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee in Stowe. Reception: Saturday, July 7, 5-7 p.m. Info, 279-4239. Robin Katrick: Music photography by the Vermont artist. Through July 31 at Red Square in Burlington. Reception: Friday, July 6, 5-9 p.m. Info, 318-2438. Sabra Field: A retrospective that spans 50 years of work by of the iconic Vermont printmaker. Through July 31 at Frog Hollow in Burlington.

Robert Selby: Paintings by the Champlain College instructor of graphic design, game art and animation. July 6 through August 31 at SEABA Center in Burlington. Reception: Friday, July 6, 5-8 p.m. Info, 859-9222. Lin Warren: "Light + Arc," artwork that employs textural form and reflective surfaces to define contrast. July 6 through August 2 at The Gallery at Main Street Landing in Burlington. Reception: Friday, July 6, 6-8 p.m. Info, 777-6100. 'Newport: An Imaged Perspective': Historic photos, postcards and memorabilia, plus new artworks depicting local landmarks, people and Lake Memphremagog. July 6 through September 3 at MAC Center for the Arts Gallery in Newport. Reception: Lynn Leimer and Ken Michelli perform. Friday, July 6, 5-8 p.m. Info, 334-1966. Matt Thorsen: "Sound Proof: The Photography of Matt Thorsen, Vermont Music Images 1990-2000," chemical prints accompanied by audio recordings in which the photographer sets the scene and the bands play on. July 6 through 31 at Big Picture Theater & Café in Waitsfield. Reception: Friday, July 6, 5-8 p.m. Info, 496-8994. Brian Zeigler: Mixed-media collages, ranging from small arrays to wall-size hangings, by the Vermont artist. July 6-31 at Local 64 in Montpelier. Reception: Friday, July 6, 6-9 p.m. Info, local64.com. July Show: New works by Barbara Colgrove, Pam Voss, Beth McAdams and Jo Anne Wazny. July 5-31 at Artist in Residence Cooperative Gallery in Enosburg Falls. Reception: Thursday, July 5, 5-8 p.m. Info, 933-6403. Robert Waldo Brunelle Jr.: "Five-Second Rule," dropped-food acrylic paintings. July 6 through 28 at S.P.A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington. Reception: Friday, July 6, 5-9 p.m. Info, spacegalleryvt.com. Will Patlove & Katie Harrington: "I Love You," abstract paintings by husband and wife. July 6 through 28 at Backspace Gallery in Burlington. Reception: Friday, July 6, 5-9 p.m. Info, spacegalleryvt.com.

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Carol MacDonald: "The Thread," a mid-career retrospective of the Vermont artist who has worked in many media but is best known as a printmaker. Through August 31 at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Info, 859-9222.

Chip Troiano: "New Zealand Landscapes," photographs taken during the artist's 2010 travels. Through July 31 at Artspace 106 at The Men's Room in Burlington. Info, 864-2088.

'Creative Competition': Artists bring a work of any size and medium and face off in a people's-choice competition. $8 entry fee; winner takes all. Friday, July 6, 6-10 p.m., The Root Gallery at RLPhoto, Burlington. Info, 540-3081.

Carol Lippman: "Trail Markers/Seasonal Signs," new prints inspired by the artist's hikes with her dog. July 6-31 at Two Rivers Printmaking Studio in White River Junction. Reception: Friday, July 6, 6-8 p.m. Info, 295-5901.

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'By the End of Tomorrow': Prints, paintings and photographs by Cody James Brgant, Avery McIntosh, Brian Zager and Jackson Tupper. Through July 5 at The Root Gallery at RLPhoto in Burlington. Info, 224-6913.

WALL TO CANVAS: Seeking street-style artists who use wheat pasting, stencils, collage, spray painting, markers and the like to create unique pieces of art for a creative live-art competition for cash prizes, at the Magic Hat Artifactory on Saturday, August 25. Must be 21+ to apply. Deadline: July 20. Submission forms at magichat.net/walltocanvas.

Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School: Artists age 16 and up bring sketchbooks and pencils to a cabaret-style life-drawing session. This month, Robert Barton & the Dogs from Hell perform and pose. Wednesday, July 11, 7-9:30 p.m., American Legion, White River Junction. $10.

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CALL TO PHOTOGRAPHERS: For submissions to “Among Trees,” a photography exhibit. Deadline: July 5, midnight. Juror: Beth Moon. Darkroom Gallery. Info, darkroomgallery.com/ex31.

First Friday Art Walk: More than 30 galleries and other venues around downtown stay open late to welcome pedestrian art viewers. Friday, July 6, 5-8 p.m., various downtown locations, Burlington. Info, 264-4839.

'Walter Dorwin Teague: His Life, Work and Influence': Creations and artifacts from the man who designed numerous Kodak cameras, the Bluebird radio, Steuben glassware and many other iconic objects. Through August 31 at Madsonian Museum of Industrial Design in Waitsfield. Allison Teague, granddaughter of the designer, introduces camera collector Ralph London, who will discuss Teague's camera designs, Friday, July 6, 6 p.m. Collector Ralph London discusses the U.S. Postal Service's industrial design stamp series, which features a Teague camera; Hemmings Motor News editor Daniel Strohl discusses Teague's role in the design of the Marmon 16: Saturday, July 7, 1 p.m. Info, 496-2787.

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Mary claire carroll: "Living Connections: Voices and Visions for Shared Lives," photographs of Vermonters with developmental and other disabilities. Through July 30 at Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Info, 865-7211. nanci Kahn: Underwater photography and papier-mâché bird sculptures. Through July 31 at Left Bank Home & Garden in Burlington. Info, 862-1001. 'nude': Work depicting the human figure by artists from Vermont and beyond. Through August 17 at Lille Fine Art Salon in Burlington. Info, 617-894-4673. 'run': An exhibit of 6-by-6-inch wood-panel works by 100 artists. Curators Laura Green and Karyn Vogel chose the theme because "run" has more meanings than any other word in the Oxford English Dictionary. Through August 1 at Penny Cluse Cafe in Burlington. Info, 318-1906. 'SecretS and MySterieS': Enigmatic and haunting photographs from nine different countries. July 5 through 29 at Darkroom Gallery in Essex Junction. Info, 777-3686. 'SnoW MoBileS: SleighS to SledS': Early, experimental snowmobiles, machines from the '60s and '70s, and today’s high-powered racing sleds, as well as horse-drawn sleighs; 'Man-Made QuiltS: civil War to the preSent': Quilts made by men;

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ElizabEth bErdann: "Deep End," miniature watercolor portraits on pre-ban and prehistoric mammoth ivory; 'timE machinEs: robots, rockEts and stEampunk': Toys, textiles and art representing the golden age of sci-fi, the 1930s to ’50s, as well as work by contemporary artists and designers. Through October 28 at Shelburne Museum. Info, 985-3346. spring show: Work by Chinese-calligraphy and watercolor artist Lucia Chiu, nature photographer Carol Sullivan and photomontage artist Carol Truesdell. Through July 15 at The Gallery at Phoenix Books in Essex Junction. Info, 872-7111. summEr show: Work by Joan Hoffman, Lynda McIntyre, Johanne Durocher Yordan, Anne Cummings, Kit Donnelly, Athena Petra Tasiopoulos, Don Dickson, Kari Meyer and Gaal Shepherd. Through September 30 at Maltex Building in Burlington. Info, 865-7166. 'thE 3rd Floor show': New work by artists who occupy one floor of Burlington's Howard Space Center: Julie Davis, Sharon Webster, Linda Jones, Maggie Standley, Paige Berg Rizvi, Maea Brandt, Maggie Sherman and Wylie Sofia Garcia. Through July 29 at Flynndog in Burlington. Info, bren@ flynndog.net. 'winooski pop-up gallEry district': More than 50 Vermont artists have transformed several vacant retail spaces, plus the Winooski Welcome Center, into temporary art galleries. Through August 4 at various locations in Winooski.

JaynE shoup: "Barns, Waterscapes and Florals," works in pastel. Through July 31 at The Drawing Board in Montpelier. Info, 223-0100. JEannE Evans: "Wowie Maui," watercolors, oils and acrylics (through August 24) ; yvonnE strauss: Playful paintings of nature and animal scenes (through June 14). At Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier. Info, 223-3338. JEnEanE lunn: Pastels depicting Italy and Vermont. Through July 28 at Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio in Montpelier. Info, 229-4676. Judy b. dalEs: "Curves, Naturally!," colorful, textured fiber-art wall hangings. Through July 31 at Governor's Office Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 533-7733. kElly holt: "Dancing Barefoot," abstract paintings. Through July 31 at Quench Artspace in Waitsfield. Info, 598-4819. michaEl t. JErmyn: "New American Impressionism," photographs by the Montpelier artist. Through August 31 at Savoy Theater in Montpelier. Info, 223-1570. 'rE count and rE connEct': An exhibit of MFA in visual arts alumni Kim Darling, Sabrina Fadial, Diana Gonsalves, Susan Sawyer and Sumru Tekin featuring sculpture, photography, paintings and multimedia works on paper. Through July 6 at College Hall Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-8614.

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'rEd FiElds & yEllow skiEs: thE art oF thE landscapE': Work by 12 Vermont artists. Through September 2 at Chandler Gallery in Randolph. Info, 431-0204. 'sc-EyE-ncE': A science and visual-arts fusion; nicholas hEilig: "Live Art," black-and-white illustrations; karolina kawiaka: "Digital Topography," an installation. Through July 7 at Studio Place Arts in Barre. Info, 479-7069. sEth butlEr: "Tattered," a photo essay investigating the display, misuse, commodification, desecration and identity of the American flag in the context of the U.S. Flag Code. Through July 10 at Seminary Art Center in Waterbury Center. Info, 279-4239. tica nEthErwood: "Journey & End," works in acrylic, watercolor and pencil. Through July 29 at Capitol Grounds in Montpelier. Info, curator@ capitolgrounds.com. 'tol’ko po russky, pozhaluista (russian only, plEasE)': Russian School photographs, Slavic festival costumes and Russian Imperial badges make up this exhibit chronicling the history of Norwich's Russian School, which operated from 1968 to 2000. Through September 2 at Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University, in Northfield. Info, 485-2183.

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zEldE grimm: "Animals With Things Living in Their Stomachs," slightly macabre pen-and-ink drawings. Through July 31 at Speaking Volumes in Burlington. Info, 540-0107.

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christinE dEstrEmpEs: "Stream of Conscience: River of Words," a community art project in which participants write their thoughts and memories of water onto tiles, which are arranged like a river on the museum grounds. Through September 9 at Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich. Info, 649-2200. donna b Flat moran: "Prozac Versus Feelings," oil paintings exploring depression and the human spirit. Through August 31 at Project Independence in Barre. Info, 476-3630.

hEnry Erickson: "Connections," ink drawings of the natural world. Through July 28 at Festival Gallery in Waitsfield. Info, 496-6682. hEnry swayzE: "Celebrating Nature All Around Us," photographs of natural Vermont. Through August 11 at Tunbridge Public Library. Info, 889-9404.

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'hEy JoE: an homagE to JosEph cornEll': Work by 10 artists, including Varujan Boghosian, Kirsten Hoving, Michael Oatman and Rosamond Purcell, guest curated by W. David Powell. Through July 29 at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Info, 767-9670.

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2012 Summer Members' Exhibit & 'Doodle 4 Google' Finalists: Work by members as well as Vermont finalists in this year's Google student-art contest. Through July 7 at Chaffee Art Center in Rutland. Info, 775-0356. Annemie Curlin: "Charlotte, a Heavenly View," colorful aerial-view oil paintings of the town. Through August 31 at Charlotte Library. Info, 425-3301. Carolyn Shattuck: "Key West: Inside/Outside," collages that celebrate the energy of Key West and its environs. July 9 through August 24 at WalkOver Gallery & Concert Room in Bristol. Info, 453-3188. Dona Ann McAdams: "A View From the Backstretch," photographs and audio stories from the venerable Saratoga racecourse. Through September 8 at Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury. Info, 388-4964. 'Lake Studies: Contemporary Art': Work by painters Janet Fredericks, Catherine Hall and Nancy Stone, sculptors Chris Cleary and Kate Pond, fiber artist Marilyn Gillis, and installation artist Jane Horner. Through July 29 at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum in Vergennes. Info, 475-2022. Sara & Elliott Katz: Sara's oil paintings presented in a terrarium-inspired installation by her brother, Elliott. Through July 31 at Edgewater Gallery in Middlebury. Info, 458-0098. Stephen Beattie: "There's Something in the Water," photographs. Through July 31 at Gallery 160 in Richmond. Info, 434-6434.

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'Take Me to the Fair: An Addison County Tradition': Photographs of the 2011 fair by Mark Starr, plus 19th- and early-20th-century fair posters, ribbons, photographs and other ephemera

from the Sheldon collection. Through November 10 at Sheldon Museum in Middlebury. Info, 388-2117. 'The Delight of Decoys': A bird decoy for each of the 25 years the museum has been open. Through October 31 at Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington. Info, 434-2167. 'What's Hatching in Brandon?': Artistenhanced roosters, hens and other barnyard fowl fill the gallery and appear in various downtown locations as part of the annual town-wide art project (through September 30); Klara Calitri: "Flower Power," paintings and pastels (through July 1). At Brandon Artists' Guild. Info, 247-4956. 'White on White With Touches of Color': Work in a variety of media by members of the North Chittenden Women's Art Collective. Through August 13 at Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, in Middlebury. Info, 388-1827.

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Elizabeth Nelson: "Symbolic Landscapes," new oil paintings on wood panel. Through July 22 at Claire's Restaurant & Bar in Hardwick. Info, 586-8078. 'Engage': A juried exhibition of artwork by Vermont artists with disabilities. Through August 31 at Catamount Arts Center in St. Johnsbury. Info, 655-7772. 'Fantasia': A group show featuring dragons, elves, goddesses, mermaids, flying horses and witches portrayed in clay, fiber, wood, glass and painting. Through July 28 at Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury. Info, 748-0158. Hazel Hall Rochester: "Looking Back: Hardwick in the 1950s," paintings by the late Vermont artist. Through July 8 at White Water Gallery in East Hardwick. Info, 563-2037.

'Healing Engine of Emergency: The Incredible Story of the Safety Pin': A visual history of the safety pin, including a miniature menagerie made from safety pins, a collection of ancient Roman fibula, the precursor to the safety pin, and other oddities. Through August 31 at The Museum of Everyday Life in Glover. Info, 626-4409.

Permanent Collection Exhibit: Work by Gayleen Aiken, Curtis Tatro, Mary Paquette, Huddee Herrick, Stanley Mercile, Emile Arsenault and Phyllis Putvain. Through July 10 at GRACE in Hardwick. Info, 472-6857.

'Hooked on the Islands': Fiber artworks, including traditionally hooked rugs with modern designs, by members of the local textile group Fiber Bees. Through July 31 at Island Arts South Hero Gallery. Info, 372-5049.

Steve Hamlin: Nature-themed watercolor prints. Through July 28 at VINS Nature Center in Quechee. Info, 359-5000.

'Impressed: Vermont Printmakers 2012': Work by Vermont artists in the print medium (through September 9); Hal Mayforth & Eli Simon: Ink drawings and paintings by Mayforth and a terracotta sculptural installation by Simon (through July 29). At Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-8358.

Annual Juried Summer Exhibition: Work in a variety of media curated by Fleming Museum of Art director Janie Cohen. Through August 3 at AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon, N.H. Info, 603-448-3117.

Jim Collins: Surrealistic photographs of Cuba and other subjects. Through July 29 at Parker Pie Co. in West Glover. Info, 525-3366. John Clarke Olson: "Pastoral Vermont," landscapes in oil on panel. Through August 15 at Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery in Stowe. Info, 253-1818. 'Land & Light & Water & Air': New England landscape paintings by artists from around the country; Andrew Orr: Landscape and still-life paintings. Through July 8 at Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. Info, 644-5100. Larry Golden: Plein-air paintings by the Vermont artist. Through August 31 at St. Johnsbury Athenaeum. Info, 748-8291. Monique Dewyea: Florals and landscapes by the Vermont artist. Through July 15 at Emile A. Gruppe Gallery in Jericho. Info, 899-3211.

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e’ve lived so long in the Age of Apatow that it’s hard to recall a time when the recipe for comic cinema didn’t call for equal parts raunch and sweetness. The formula that once seemed almost revolutionary has become the mainstream at this point and, as I watched Hollywood’s latest mashup of the naughty and the nice, I came to the conclusion that it’s getting a little old. Seth MacFarlane, creator of Fox’s longrunning “Family Guy,” is a brilliant lunatic whose feature debut could have been a game changer. He’s one of the few writer-directors working today whom I can imagine taking movie comedy in a new direction. Apparently, we’ll have to wait on that. Because, with Ted, MacFarlane does not change the game. He plays it. By the rules. And, as we know, the current “rules” require outrageousness tempered by sentiment. Outrageousness here takes the fluffy form of a foul-mouthed teddy bear with a

weakness for weed. Mark Wahlberg stars as John Bennett, the film’s mandatory arrested adolescent. The core joke is that John was given the toy as a Christmas present when he was 8. A lonely Boston boy, he wished on a star for his new best friend to come to life, and, 27 years later, the two are still inseparable. All that’s really changed is that the bear has turned into a party animal. Comedies about an arrested adolescent tend to include another stock character: the girlfriend who wishes he’d just grow up. Mila Kunis fills these familiar pumps in the role of PR exec Lori Collins. She’s been a paragon of patience, putting up with her roommates’ beer drinking and bong smoking for four years, but she reaches the end of her rope the night she and John return home from a fancy dinner to find Ted entertaining an apartment full of prostitutes. The plushie is forced to pack his bags. Can John juggle the demands of his friendship with Ted and his relationship

TOY STORY Wahlberg shares the screen with a computer-generated teddy in the feature debut from Seth MacFarlane.

with Lori? The balance of the movie (written by MacFarlane with “Family Guy” scribes Alec Sulkin and Wellesley Wild) is devoted to this question. But, as in many comedies these days, the story is of less concern than the gags, bits and bizarro non sequiturs interspersed with the plot points. MacFarlane’s big-screen debut has deliriously demented touches — just not enough of them. High points include John and Ted’s shared obsession with Flash Gordon, a 1980 slice of sci-fi fromage; a brutal motel-room brawl between the two; and an appearance by Norah Jones, who gamely jokes about her sexual history with the stuffed stud. Strangely, the fact that one of the movie’s principal characters is a talking bear (voiced

by MacFarlane) never comes off as particularly surreal. The film’s outrageousness is front-loaded. Sentiment is the name of the game for much of the second half, as John, Ted and Lori have predictable epiphanies right on schedule, and loose ends are tied up as neatly as the bow on a package from FAO Schwarz. These developments strand Ted in a sort of movie no-man’s-land. It’s too crude for the kids but nowhere near subversive enough to set itself apart from other R-rated comedies in the same tradition. The irony is that, at least for the time being, if you want to see Seth MacFarlane at the top of his game, you’ll have to turn on a TV. RICK KISONAK

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Magic Mike ★★★★

teven Soderbergh has to be the best chameleon auteur in American movies. When people go see a film by Woody Allen or Wes Anderson, they go for Woody Allen or Wes Anderson. But when crowds of women (and the occasional man) lined up for Magic Mike at the Majestic 10 last Saturday, I suspect few of them were there to witness the continued evolution of the man who revived American indie film with Sex, Lies, and Videotape. Nor did they seem eager to see how Soderbergh was progressing with his investigation of the unsavory things Americans will do for money during a recession, which he began in 2009 with the little-seen The Girlfriend Experience. The fact that the director once made a four-hour biography of Che Guevera didn’t seem to inspire or deter this crowd, either. Their cheers when a shirtless Matthew McConaughey appeared on screen made their true motivation clear: They came to Magic Mike for the A-list abs. Soderbergh’s latest look at the underbelly of capitalism focuses on the world of male strippers. It represents a triumph of Hollywood marketing, which has successfully presented Magic Mike as the ultimate fluffy girls’-night-out flick. But is it a triumph for the director? Well ... Magic Mike is more substantial than one might expect from a film that

pivots around Channing Tatum taking his clothes off. He plays the title character, a beefy Tampa lad who supplements his meager construction-crew income by appearing in the Xquisite Male Dance Revue. Its owner is the manic Dallas (McConaughey), himself an ex-stripper, who dreams of bigger things — namely, moving his act to Miami. We get our intro to the stripping world through a third character, Adam (Alex Pettyfer), a college dropout whom Mike takes under his wing and initiates in the ways of bumping, grinding and flirting with drunk sorority girls. Pettyfer makes a good ingenue — he seems both titillated and embarrassed by what he’s asked to do. Once Adam gets the hang of it, though, the character gyrates to conventional message-movie hell, as he succumbs to drugs and other temptations. The film’s real protagonist is Mike, who hopes to save enough dough to start his own custom-furniture business. But, because this is not the show-biz dream world of Burlesque, his hopes run aground on bad credit. His bank does not take kindly to those who deal primarily in cash tugged from a Gstring. Scenes like this score didactic points (Mike reminds a loan officer that her own industry is floundering), but they’re blunted by the movie’s mellow atmosphere. Digitally sun-bleached, the exterior scenes are packed

ABS YOU LIKE IT Tatum displays his dance skills and other assets in Soderbergh’s version of Cabaret.

with tourist life and vegetation. Soderbergh gives us a palpable sense of the beach town as a playground for privileged young people who aren’t ready to get serious yet — and a potential trap for the less privileged, like Mike and Adam. But the darker ecosystem of the club isn’t sufficiently explored. The other strippers — including TV actors Matt Bomer and Joe Manganiello — remain little more than walk-ons. The motives of the women who frequent Xquisite — such as a slumming grad student (Olivia Munn) — don’t get much attention, either. Instead, Soderbergh devotes significant screen time to the prickly banter between Mike and Adam’s older sister (Cody Horn), who has a “legitimate” job and disapproves of stripping. While these scenes showcase Tatum’s teasing charm, and prove

he has a future playing something besides variations on G.I. Joe, they don’t go much of anywhere. Magic Mike could have been both a searing social document and a sexy, saucy good time. It could have been Soderbergh’s Boogie Nights. But like McConaughey — who jovially serves as both the club’s and the movie’s emcee — Magic Mike doesn’t aim that high. Soderbergh seems content to cater to lovers of exposed pecs, with sides of raunchy humor and heartache and the occasional dig at our crappy economy. As formulas for summer movies go, that’s well above average. But, next time Soderbergh angles for an Oscar, no one will remember Magic Mike. M A R G O T HA R R I S O N

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MEN IN BLACK 3★★1/2 Will Smith is a government agent hunting wayward aliens again in this action-comedy. This time he’s on a mission back in time to save his partner (Tommy Lee Jones in the present, Josh Brolin in the Swinging Sixties). With Emma Thompson and Michael Stuhlbarg. Barry Sonnenfeld returns as director. (106 min, PG-13. Big Picture, St. Albans, Sunset) MOONRISE KINGDOM★★★★1/2 Writerdirector Wes Anderson returns with this whimsical period drama, set in the 1960s, in which two kids on a bucolic New England island decide to run away together. With Jared Gilman, Kara Hayward, Edward Norton, Bruce Willis, Tilda Swinton and Bill Murray. (94 min, PG-13. Bijou, Majestic, Marquis, Roxy, Savoy)

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PEOPLE LIKE US★★1/2 Chris (Star Trek) Pine plays Sam, a salesman with absentee-daddy issues who uncovers a startling family secret upon his father’s death — a 30-year-old half sister (Elizabeth Banks). With Michelle Pfeiffer and Olivia Wilde. Alex Kurtzman directed. (115 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic)

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PROMETHEUS★★★1/2 Director Ridley Scott returns with this dark SF thriller about a team exploring a planet in preparation for human colonization, set in the Alien universe (which does not mean the tentacled baddies will show). Michael Fassbender, Charlize Theron, Noomi Rapace and Idris Elba star. (127 min, R. Big Picture, Majestic, Palace, Sunset)

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MAGIC MIKE★★★1/2 “Tell your boyfriend that you’re going to book club,” advises the trailer for this eye-candy parade, a comedy-drama inspired by star Channing Tatum’s earlier stint as a male stripper. Also featuring the abs of Matthew McConaughey and Alex Pettyfer. Steven (Traffic) Soderbergh directed. (110 min, R. Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, Roxy)

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MADAGASCAR 3: EUROPE’S MOST WANTED★★★ Still trying to return home, the Central Park Zoo animals find themselves taking over a traveling circus in their third computer-animated adventure. With the voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith and Sacha Baron Cohen. Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath and Conrad Vernon directed. (93 min, PG. Big Picture, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Sunset)

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BRAVE★★★1/2 In the latest Pixar animation, set in ancient Scotland, a feisty princess decides to defy standard female roles and go all Hunger Games with her bow and arrow, then must face the consequences. With the voices of Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Julie Walters and Emma Thompson. Mark Andrews and Brenda Chapman directed. (100 min, PG. Big Picture, Bijou, Capitol, Essex [3-D], Majestic [3-D], Marquis, Palace, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)

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THE AVENGERS★★★1/2 Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and the Hulk team up to form a super-group and battle yet another global

THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL★★★1/2 Aging folks of limited means find themselves living in a ramshackle hotel in India in this seriocomic showcase for some of the UK’s best actors, including Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson and Bill Nighy. John (Shakespeare in Love) Madden directed. (124 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Roxy)

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ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER★★ You think Lincoln’s greatest achievement had something to do with abolishing slavery? Think again! Apparently, the 16th president also helped keep America safe from the undead. Or so it is in this action-adventure based on the novel by Seth Grahame-Smith. Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper and Rufus Sewell star. Timur (Wanted) Bekmambetov directed. (120 min, R. Capitol, Majestic, Palace, Sunset)

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BIG PICTURE THEATER

48 Carroll Rd. (off Rte. 100), Waitsfield, 496-8994, www. bigpicturetheater.info

thursday 5 The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 6. Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 5. Snow White and the Huntsman 8:30. Men in Black 3 7, 9. friday 6 — thursday 12 Brave 3 (Sat & Sun only), 5. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 7. Snow White and the Huntsman 6 (SatWed only). Prometheus Fri: 9. Sat & Sun: 3, 8:30. Mon-Wed: 8:30. Thu: 9.

ESSEX CINEMAS & T-REX THEATER

21 Essex Way, #300, Essex, 8796543, www.essexcinemas.com

thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12 (3-D), 12:45, 2:25, 3:15 (3-D), 3:50, 5:20, 6:30 (3-D), 7, 8:15, 9 (3-D), 9:45 (3-D). *Katy Perry: Part of Me (3-D) 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:30, 7, 9:15. Magic Mike 10 a.m., 12, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40. People Like Us 12:45, 3:35, 6:25, 9:15. Ted 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50. Brave 11:45 a.m., 12:45 (3-D), 2, 3 (3-D), 4:15, 5:15 (3-D), 6:30,

movies 5:15 (3-D), 6:30, 7:30 (3-D), 9:45 (3-D). Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 12:30 (3-D), 4:50, 7:10 (3-D), 9:50.

MAJESTIC 10

190 Boxwood St. (Maple Tree Place, Taft Corners), Williston, 878-2010, www.majestic10.com

thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 11:40 a.m. (3-D), 12:30 (3-D), 1, 3:30 (3-D), 4, 6:30 (3-D), 7, 9:30 (3-D), 10. *Katy Perry: Part of Me (3-D) 11:30 a.m., 1:55, 3, 4:20, 6:40, 8:25, 9:10. Magic Mike 6:45, 9:15. People Like Us 1:15, 3:50, 6:30, 9:05. Ted 1:30, 4, 7:05, 9:30. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (3-D) 6:55, 9:25. Brave 11:45 a.m., 12:45 (3-D), 2:10, 3:15 (3-D), 4:30, 6:35, 9. Rock of Ages 1. Prometheus 3:45, 6:50 (3-D), 9:40 (3-D). Madagascar 3: Europe’s

MARQUIS THEATRE Main St., Middlebury, 388-4841.

thursday 5 — thursday 12 *The Amazing SpiderMan (3-D) 2, 6, 9. Ted 2, 6:30, 9. Brave 2, 6:30, 9. Moonrise Kingdom 4.

MERRILL’S ROXY CINEMA

222 College St., Burlington, 8643456, www.merrilltheatres.net

thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 1:10, 3:45, 6:45, 9:30. Magic Mike 1:25, 4:10, 6:50, 9:25. Ted 1:05, 3:20, 7:10, 9:30. Moonrise Kingdom 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9:15. Seeking a Friend for the End of the World 9:10. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 1:15, 3:55, 6:40. friday 6 — thursday 12

3:55, 6:50, 9:35. Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection 12:40, 3:40, 6:35, 9:05. Safety Not Guaranteed 12:30, 2:40, 4:50, 7, 9:15. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter 1:15, 4, 6:55, 9:40. Brave 10:30 a.m. (Thu only), 12, 2:20, 4:45, 7:10, 9:30. Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 12:15, 2:30, 4:55, 7:05, 9:10. friday 6 — thursday 12 ***Met Summer Encore: Les Contes D’Hoffmann Wed: 1, 6:30. *The Amazing SpiderMan 12:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:30. *Katy Perry: Part of Me 12:10, 2:25, 4:40, 7, 9:25. *Savages 12:50, 3:45, 6:40, 9:35. Magic Mike 1:10, 3:50, 6:45, 9:20. Ted 10:30 a.m. (Thu only), 1:20, 3:55, 6:50, 9:40. Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection 1 (except Wed), 6:35, 9:05 (except Wed). Safety Not Guaranteed

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26 Main St., Montpelier, 2290509, www.savoytheater.com

thursday 5 Your Sister’s Sister 6, 8. Moonrise Kingdom 6:30, 8:30. friday 6 — thursday 12 *To Rome With Love 1:30 (Sat & Sun only), 6, 8:15. Moonrise Kingdom 1 & 3:30 (Sat & Sun only), 6:30, 8:45. See website for Sci-Fi July showtimes for July 6-8.

friday 6 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man 2:30 (Sat & Sun only), 6:30, 9. Ted 2:30 & 4:30 (Sat & Sun only), 7, 9:10. Brave 2:30 & 4:30 (Sat & Sun only), 6:45, 8:45.

thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 1, 3:45, 6:50, 9:15. Ted 1:15, 3:45, 7, 9:15. Moonrise Kingdom 1:15, 3:45, 6:30, 8:30. Brave 1:15, 3:45, 6:40, 8:30.

SUNSET DRIVE-IN

155 Porters Point Road, just off Rte. 127, Colchester, 862-1800. www.sunsetdrivein.com

friday 6 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man 1, 3:45, 6:50, 9:15. Ted 1:15, 3:45, 7, 9:15. Moonrise Kingdom 3:45. Brave 1:15, 3:45, 6:40, 8:30. Magic Mike 1:15, 7:10, 9:15.

friday 6 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man (3-D) Fri & Mon-Thu: 1:15, 6:15, 9:15. Sat & Sun: 12:15, 3:15, 6:15, 9:15. *Katy Perry: Part of Me Fri & Mon-Thu: 1:30, 6:25, 9. Sat & Sun: 1:10, 3:45, 6:25, 9. *Savages Fri & Mon-Thu: 1:15, 6:15, 9:15. Sat & Sun: 12:30, 3:30, 6:15, 9:15. Ted Fri & Mon-Thu: 1:30, 6:20, 9:05. Sat & Sun: 12:45, 3:30, 6:20, 9:05. Brave Fri & Mon-Thu: 1:30, 6:30, 9:10. Sat & Sun: 12:45, 3:30, 6:30, 9:10.

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thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 6:30, 9. Ted 7, 9:10. Brave 6:45, 8:45. Rock of Ages 6:45, 9:10.

Rte. 100, Morrisville, 8883293, www.bijou4.com

thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 1:15, 6:10, 9:15 (3-D). *Katy Perry: Part of Me 1:30, 6:30, 9. Ted 1:30, 6:20, 9:05. Brave 1:30 (3-D), 6:30 (3-D), 9:05. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter 6:15, 9. Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 1:30.

thursday 5 — sunday 8 *The Amazing SpiderMan at 8:45, followed by Men in Black 3.

Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4678.

BIJOU CINEPLEX 1-2-3-4

93 State St., Montpelier, 2290343, www.fgbtheaters.com

429 Swanton Rd, Saint Albans, 5247725, www.stalbansdrivein.com

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thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man at 9:10, followed by Men in Black 3. Ted at 9:10, followed by That’s My Boy. Brave at 9:10, followed by The Avengers. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter at 9:10, followed by Prometheus.

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7:30 (3-D), 8:45, 9:45 (3-D). Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 12:30 (3-D), 2:40 (3-D), 4:50, 7 (3-D), 9:50. friday 6 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man 10 a.m. (Tue & Thu only), 11:30 a.m., 12 (3-D), 12:45, 2:25, 3:15 (3-D), 3:50, 5:20, 6:30 (3-D), 7, 8:15, 9 (3-D), 9:45 (3-D). *Katy Perry: Part of Me (3-D) 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:30, 7, 9:15. *Savages 1, 4, 6:50, 9:35. Magic Mike 10 a.m. (Tue & Thu only), 12, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40. People Like Us 4:40, 9:15. Ted 10 a.m. (Tue & Thu only), 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50. Brave 10 a.m. (Tue & Thu only; 3-D), 11:45 a.m., 12:45 (3-D), 2, 3 (3-D), 4:15,

Most Wanted 11:45 a.m., 1:55 (3-D), 4:05, 6:15 (3-D). friday 6 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man 11:35 a.m. (3-D), 12:30 (3-D), 2:35 (3-D), 3:30 (3-D), 5:30 (3-D), 6:30 (3-D), 8:35, 9:30 (3-D). *Katy Perry: Part of Me 11:45 a.m., 2 (3-D), 4:15 (3-D), 6:30 (3-D), 8:50 (3-D). *Savages 1, 3:50, 6:40, 9:25. Moonrise Kingdom 12, 2:15, 4:30, 6:55, 9:15. Magic Mike 1, 3:50, 6:40, 9:10. People Like Us 12:55, 3:40. Ted 1:10, 3:35, 6, 7:05, 8:25, 9:35. Brave 1:20, 4:15, 6:45 (3-D), 9:10 (3-D). Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 12:15, 2:40. Prometheus 9:25. Snow White and the Huntsman 6:25.

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*The Amazing Spider-Man 1:10, 3:45, 6:45, 9:30. *To Rome With Love 1:15, 3:50, 7:15, 9:20. Magic Mike 1:25, 4:10, 6:50, 9:25. Ted 1:20, 3:40, 7:10, 9:35. Moonrise Kingdom 1, 3, 5, 7, 8:20, 9:15. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 1:05, 3:30, 6.

PALACE CINEMA 9

10 Fayette Dr., South Burlington, 864-5610, www.palace9.com

thursday 5 *The Amazing Spider-Man 12:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:30. *Katy Perry: Part of Me 12:10, 2:25, 4:40, 7, 9:25. Magic Mike 10:30 a.m. (Thu only), 1:10, 3:50, 6:45, 9:20. Ted 1:20,

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12:20, 2:30, 4:50, 7:05, 9:15. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter 9:10. Brave 12, 2:20, 3:35 (except Wed), 4:45, 7:10, 9:30. Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted 10:30 a.m. (Thu only), 1:30, 4. Prometheus 6:25 (except Wed). ***See website for details.

PARAMOUNT TWIN CINEMA 241 North Main St., Barre, 4799621, www.fgbtheaters.com

thursday 5 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man (3-D) Thu 5 & Fri: 1:15, 6:15, 9:15. Sat & Sun: 12:15, 3:15, 6:15, 9:15. Mon-Thu 12: 1:15, 6:15, 9:15. Magic Mike Thu 5 & Fri: 1:30, 6:20, 9:05. Sat & Sun: 12:30, 3:15, 6:20, 9:05. Mon-Thu 12: 1:30, 6:20, 9:05.

friday 6 — thursday 12 *The Amazing Spider-Man at 9:10, followed by Men in Black 3. *Katy Perry: Part of Me at 9:10, followed by Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted. Ted at 9:10, followed by That’s My Boy. Brave at 9:10, followed by The Avengers.

WELDEN THEATER

104 No. Main St., St. Albans, 5277888, www.weldentheatre.com

thursday 5 — thursday 12 *The Amazing SpiderMan 2, 7, 9:30. Ted 2, 4, 7, 9. Brave 2, 4, 7, 9.

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is the movie where Tom Cruise plays a rock god, with Julianne Hough as a small-town girl chasing her dream in Hollywood, and Catherine Zeta-Jones, Alec Baldwin and Bryan Cranston. Adam (Hairspray) Shankman directed. (123 min, PG-13. Majestic, Stowe; ends 7/5) SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED★★★1/2 Journalists pursue an eccentric big-box-store employee who claims to be a time traveler in this offbeat comedy from Vermont-based director Colin Trevorrow. Aubrey Plaza, Mark Duplass and Jake M. Johnson star. (94 min, R. Palace) SEEKING A FRIEND FOR THE END OF THE WORLD★★ As an asteroid menaces the Earth with doomsday, and everybody goes haywire, everyman Steve Carell finds himself on a road trip with his neighbor (Keira Knightley) in this high-concept comedy. With Connie Britton and Adam Brody. Screenwriter Lorene Scafaria makes her directing debut. (94 min, R. Roxy; ends 7/5) SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN★★★ In our second, purportedly “darker” Snow White film of 2012, Kristen Stewart plays the title character, who teams up with Chris Hemsworth to battle her nemesis, the evil queen (Charlize Theron). Rupert Sanders directed. (127 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Majestic) TED★★1/2 A Christmas miracle brings a boy’s teddy bear to life — and, as an adult, he can’t shake the fluffy, obnoxious companion in this comedy with Mark Wahlberg, Joel McHale, Mila Kunis and Giovanni Ribisi. Seth (“Family Guy”) MacFarlane wrote, directed and voice-starred. (106 min, R. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy, Stowe, Sunset, Welden) THAT’S MY BOY★★★★ A man-child raises a child into another man-child, then confronts

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aries (March 21-april 19): Members of the nevada republican Party have concocted a bizarre version of family values. a large majority of them are opposed to gay marriage and yet are all in favor of legal brothels. Their wacky approach to morality is as weird as that of the family-values crowd in texas, which thinks it’s wrong to teach adolescents about birth control even though this has led to a high rate of teen pregnancies. My question is, why do we let people with screwed-up priorities claim to be the prime caretakers of “family values”? in accordance with the astrological omens, i urge you to reject the conventional wisdom as you clarify what that term means to you. it’s an excellent time to deepen and strengthen your moral foundation. taurus (april 20-May 20): There’s a term

gemiNi (May 21-June 20): of all the signs of the zodiac, you’re the best at discovering shortcuts. no one is more talented than you at the art of avoiding boredom. and you could teach a master course in how to weasel out of strenuous work without looking like a weasel. none of those virtues will come in handy during the coming week, however. The way i see it, you should concentrate very hard on not skipping any steps. you should follow the rules, stick to the plan and dedicate yourself to the basics. Finish what you start, please! (sorry about this grind-it-out advice. i’m just reporting what the planetary omens are telling me.) leo

(July 23-aug. 22): in norse mythology, Fenrir was a big bad wolf that the gods were eager to keep tied up. in the beginning they tried to do it with metal chains, but the beast broke free. Then they commissioned the dwarves to weave a shackle out of six

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(aug. 23-sept. 22): This is a time when your personal actions will have more power than usual to affect the world around you. The ripples you set in motion could ultimately touch people you don’t even know and transform situations you’re not part of. That’s a lot of responsibility! i suggest, therefore, that you be on your best behavior. not necessarily your mildest, most polite behavior, mind you. rather, be brave, impeccable, full of integrity and a little wild.

liBra (sept. 23-oct. 22): goldfish that are confined in small aquariums stay small. Those that spend their lives in ponds get much bigger. What can we conclude from these facts? The size and growth rate of goldfish are directly related to their environment. i’d like to suggest that a similar principle will apply to you librans in the next 10 months. if you want to take maximum advantage of your potential, you will be wise to put yourself in spacious situations that encourage you to expand. For an extra boost, surround yourself with broadminded, uninhibited people who have worked hard to heal their wounds. scorPio (oct. 23-nov. 21): over the years,

you’ve explored some pretty exotic, even strange ideas about what characterizes a good time. in the coming days, i’m guessing you will add to your colorful tradition with some rather unprecedented variations on the definition of “pleasure” and “happiness.” i don’t mean to imply that this is a problem. not at all. to paraphrase the Wiccan credo, as long as it harms no one (including yourself), anything goes.

sagittarius (nov. 22-Dec. 21): There come times in your life when you have a

send out sprays of arrows at several different targets. but i hope that instead you stick to one target and take careful aim with your best shots.

caPricorN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): i’ve been meditating on a certain need that you have been neglecting, Capricorn — a need that has been chronically underestimated, belittled or ignored by both you and others. i am hoping that this achy longing will soon be receiving some of your smart attention and tender care. one good way to get the process started is simply to acknowledge its validity and importance. Doing so will reveal a secret that will help you attend to your special need with just the right touch.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

The epic breadth of your imagination is legendary. Is there anyone else who can wander around the world without ever once leaving your home? Is there anyone else who can reincarnate twice in the span of few weeks without having to go through the hassle of actually dying? And yet now and then there do come times when your fantasies should be set aside so that you may soak up the teachings that flow your way when you physically venture outside of your comfort zone. Now is such a moment, my fellow Cancerian. Please don’t take a merely virtual break in the action. Get yourself away from it all, even if it’s only to the marvelous diversion or magic sanctuary on the other side of town. sacred duty to be open to interesting tangents and creative diversions; times when it makes sense to wander around aimlessly with wonder in your eyes and be alert for unexpected clues that grab your attention. but this is not one of those times, in my opinion. rather, you really do need to stay focused on what you promised yourself you would concentrate on. The temptation may be high to

aQuarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Due to the pressure-packed influences currently coming to bear on your destiny, you have official Cosmic Permission to fling three dishes against the wall. (but no more than three.) if you so choose, you also have clearance to hurl rocks in the direction of heaven, throw darts at photos of your nemeses and cram a coconut cream pie into your own face. Please understand, however, that taking actions like these should be just the initial phase of your master plan for the week. in the next phase, you should capitalize on all the energy you’ve made available for yourself through purgative acts like the ones i mentioned. Capitalize how? For starters, you could dream and scheme about how you will liberate yourself from things that make you angry and frustrated. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Check to see if

you’re having any of the following symptoms: 1. sudden eruptions of gratitude; 2. a declining fascination with conflict; 3. seemingly irrational urges that lead you to interesting discoveries; 4. yearnings to peer more deeply into the eyes of people you care about; 5. a mounting inability to tolerate boring influences that resist transformation; 6. an increasing knack for recognizing and receiving the love that’s available to you. if you’re experiencing at least three of the six symptoms, you are certifiably in close alignment with the cosmic flow, and should keep doing what you’ve been doing. if none of these symptoms have been sweeping through you, get yourself adjusted.

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impossible things: a bear’s sinews, a bird’s spit, a fish’s breath, a mountain’s root, a woman’s beard, and the sound a cat’s paws made as it walked. This magic fetter was no thicker than a silk ribbon, but it worked very well. Fenrir couldn’t escape from it. i invite you to take inspiration from this story, leo. as you deal with your current dilemma, don’t try to fight strength with strength. instead, use art, craft, subtlety and even trickery. i doubt you’ll need to gather as many as six impossible things. Three will probably be enough. two might even work fine.

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Police investigating the murder of Juliana Mensch, 18, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., identified James Ayers, 32, and Nicole Okrzesik, 23, as their suspects after obtaining the couple’s internet searches, texts and Facebook messages. Five days after the victim was strangled, police found her body under a pile of clothing in the couple’s apartment, where Mensch had been staying. Among their Google searches and pages visited were: “Whats on those rags that make people pass out,” “ways to kill people in their sleep,” “could you kill someone in their sleep and no one would think it was murder” and “how to suffocate someone.” They exchanged hundreds of messages after the crime, some arguing over getting rid of the body: “If the smell gets worse were f***ed.” The police affidavit says Okrzesik posted pictures on Facebook of her and Ayers at a bar “partying” a few hours after Mensch was killed, with the comment: “Wooooo — at Wet Willie’s South Beach.” (HLN-TV) After arresting Keenan Alex, 28, for stealing a bait car, Los Angeles County sheriff’s detective Anthony Shapiro testified in court that Alex made incriminating statements after he read Alex his rights. The Cadillac Escalade, which was left with its engine running and keys in the ignition, was rigged with cameras for a TruTV reality show. The unedited video shows Shapiro didn’t read Alex his rights. As a result, Alex went free and Shapiro was placed on leave. (Los Angeles’s KTLA-TV)

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The United States is the world’s leading exporter of sperm. According to

A New York City jury convicted Thomas Parkin, 51, of fraud after he cashed his deceased mother’s Social Security checks every month for six years, stealing about $44,000. He also took part in a real estate scam involving a foreclosed Brooklyn apartment building that had belonged to his mother. Perpetuating the fraud that his mother was still living, he filed a fraud lawsuit against the new owner and set up a meeting with the Brooklyn District Attorney to discuss the matter. Prosecutors said Parkin showed up “dressed as his 77-year-old mother, wearing a new red cardigan, lipstick, manicured nails and breathing through an oxygen tank.” (Reuters)

Spoilsportsmanship

Prior to the start of Euro 2012 soccer championship, Poland’s Krakow Post warned potential troublemakers that local law enforcement officials had formed antihooligan squads equipped with shotguns capable of firing “baton rounds that probably won’t kill you as long as you’re 30 meters away,” a truckmounted water cannon affectionately known as “the typhoon,” a high-tech sonic cannon that can induce involuntary urination and dogs “trained to bite you directly in the testicles.” (Agence France-Presse)

Living off the Grid

After a security camera showed Manuel Ovalle, 35, in his neighbor’s backyard, walking away with two darkcolored bags, police in Mesa, Ariz., said Ovalle admitted filling the bags with water he’d taken from the neighbor’s swimming pool because he doesn’t have running water. The arresting officer also found a stolen Playstation 3 game console in Ovalle’s living room but noted it couldn’t be used because the home has no electricity. (Phoenix’s Arizona Republic)

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market analyst Marketdata, the U.S. fertility industry has gone from $979 million in 1988 to $4.3 billion projected for 2013. American sperm is considered the “gold standard,” Time senior editor Jeffrey Kluger said on “CBS This Morning.” He attributed its reputation to Food and Drug Administration-regulated quality control on sperm donations, including who can donate, and variety, thanks to America’s multiethnic population. Also, unlike Canada, Australia and Western Europe, U.S. donors may remain anonymous. They’re paid according to quality standards such as height, health and education, and can earn as much as $60,000 a year. (CBS News)

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You read Seven Days, these people read Seven Days — you wonderously responsive Creative, happy, healthy, artsy, 1x1c-mediaimpact030310.indd 1 3/1/10 1:15:57 PM already have at least passionate, etc. Likes: massage, one thing in common! meditation, walking in the rain and 18+

‘nasty’ dancing (a guilty pleasure rarely indulged). Love lots of touching and body contact. My whole body is quite sensitive and I have been known to O from a back massage (oopsie!). Hoping to meet some passionate new friends for a walk, dancing or a nooner. *smiles*. petal, 39, l i don’t know you Looking for someone and something new and thrilling. Just a sexual relationship but the right vibe has to be there. I want to make love to you, feel safe around you. But have my entirely own life void of any commitments or obligations. hazel, 26, l

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The Lock for Your Key Looking for the woman with the keys to my lock. devoted2u, 26 Willing student Bored, intelligent, creative and ready to try things I’ve only read about. Discreet, interested in role play, bondage, submission, wrestling, smothering. Email and/or chat first, then ready to explore further if the chemistry is there. Marquis, 46 Expanding Horizons Looking for a lady that’s down for some no-drama fun where we can feel free to explore and share each other’s bodies for mutual pleasure. FreeSpiritBTV, 30, l Looking for some fun! Looking for some NSA fun. Because fun is good. BTVdude, 30, l Need to forget the past I would really rather talk or writhe to you one on one. here_2_forget, 27 Discretion and FWB Looking for a discreet woman or couple for FWB relationship. Day times or evenings. Love a lot of foreplay and slow and steady fun. Looking for more than a one-timer, searching for that yearning, adventurous friend. Not looking to change anyone’s life...just enhance it. Don’t regret not trying. MrFWB, 61 young blood looking for experience Hello, I’m new to all this. I’m looking for someone older than myself to help me relieve my pent-up sexual aggression. Preferably ages 35 and up, though the older the better! In case you wanted to know, I’m a guy in my early 20s. v_bunny, 21, l “newly back in the game” Tall, white, educated professional, well mannered, polite man looking to make up for some lost time and re-live the days of my misspent youth. Open minded, willing to please. lookingforsomefun, 40 Married for Married Hi. I’m in a sexless marriage. Not looking to leave wife but I would like to have an affair with another married woman who is in the same relationship. marriedButLooking, 55

Grounded, sane, very sexual...you? Modest (read as very choosy), but open minded, with a very healthy and creative sexual appetite. There absolutely are very grounded, mature and healthy of emotion, unusually sexual creatures out there. Finding us is the tough part. And, yes, looks are very important. If we hit it off in words, I can direct you to photos later. (Yes, I’m good looking.). ExploreOptions, 53 Wild Stallion I am looking for a woman or a female couple to have fun with. Sexual encounters, emails, etc. I am very good with my tongue, and hands, and other parts. I am Caucasian living in Burlington and looking for a lot of fun. Message me to know more. t2keeper00, 21, l

Looking for fun We are a very happy couple looking for another couple to explore our fantasies. Love to play. We have a place on the lake and would love to entertain another couple with a sunset boat cruise and end the evening in our bed! Kalvinb, 40 New to Vermont, want fun! We’re a fun couple that just moved to Vermont. We’re looking for some new friends to play with. She is 40, Asian, sexy, petite, 5’4”, 110 lbs. He is 44, athletic, slender, 5’10,” 160 lbs. We’re both well educated and active. We’re into full swap or anything up to that. She is a little bi and likes women too. bandsinvt, 41, l

Kink of the w eek: Want to Make You Glow I want a woman who loves to play and be played with. I want to watch my man take you the way he takes me: properly. I want to watch him make you tremble with pleasure. I want to inspire you to join me in creating more pleasure than we thought imaginable for this amazing powerful sexy man. HappyLovers, 46. I love to... explore the endless territory of pleasure -- skin, smells, sensations.

in-shape, mature guy In shape, smart, good humored, mature seeking in shape, good humored woman/couple(M-F), age doesn’t matter, for NSA fun. Happy to please my partner first. Very oral, massage is great, too. inshapemature, 55 Taking You To The Top! If you’re looking for a good time or just to hang out, I’m ready to please you. I gotta say, I think I’m a pretty cool person but you can decide that on your own. I’m down for pretty much any kind of girl. Now tell me what you want to have. BrooklynBorn, 19 new to vt Just bored, looking for some new friends. jcs162005, 23, l Kinky Video Producer I am a local who runs and owns a website that is based on bondage and tickling. I film mostly in Boston and New York, but would like to do shoots in Vermont. I’m searching for females between 18 and 40 who are in good shape. Prefer slim and athletic girls. Goth/emo girls a plus. vanillawithatwist, 29, l Looking for fun Looking for some fun, maybe dating. Send me a message so we can get to know each other. jpquinn82, 29, l

sport fucking milf hunter I am a more-than-attentive lover. I love to satisfy by any means necessary. I am new in town and looking for a good time with a woman who is confident with her sexuality. BobbyD, 30

Hardrocker ;-) I am a metal head just looking for someone to have a good time with. I don’t like filling these things out so email me with questions. scokerocker, 28, l

Fun In the Sun Looking for some fun, prefer younger women. If you want to ride my Harley, hit the swimming holes, come to my place, have drinks and good sex. I’m in a relationship, she knows and is fine with it; and she can be included or not. lookn4u69, 42, l

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sexy We are looking to spice things up in the bed. He is straight and I am bi. jillcats, 40

Hypersexual Couple needs the same We are a committed couple (Burlington area). We are new to this and seeking another couple to learn from/with. We are both attractive, well groomed, clean, fun/adventurous. Seeking a couple for sexual adventures/erotic fun. Ages 35-50, M/F couple, clean, well groomed and DD free. Please share fantasies, we will as well. All couples, including those with ethnic background, are welcome. Jonsgirl, 44 Insatiable appetites for sex!!! Interesting professional couple (male, 40 yo, and female, 42 yo) searching for no-strings fun! We both have experience with groups and couples, all combinations, although experience is not a must! We require open and easy and willing participants! Must love toys! 802lvnthedream, 42 Curious Couple Happy couple looking to have a little fun. New to this, seeking male or female for 3sum. No strings attached. Must be clean, discreet, no drugs/ stds. Would like to meet for a few drinks first and see where it goes. WEwanttoplaywithu, 40, l seeking fullfilling outback adventures Fit, active couple seeking sexy, confident naughty girl for threesome fun. Looking to explore deep outback, care to lend a hand, tongue, bum? Dirty mind is a plus! outback3, 39, l

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black is beautiful Beautiful black lady at Hannaford in St. Albans... You were finishing making a salad at the salad bar and we exchanged smiles. I couldn’t take my eyes off you after that. I was wearing a tan golf hat with a black and white striped shirt. Can I take you to lunch sometime? When: Monday, June 25, 2012. Where: Hannaford in St. Albans. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910353

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playing with dog in lake We were both playing with our dogs in the New North End in the lake. We chatted for a bit. I should have asked for your number. When: Thursday, June 28, 2012. Where: New North End at lake. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910366 DT Cute girl with the Colt 45 tattoo, you made my heart go bang bang. When: Friday, June 29, 2012. Where: Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910365 (So) Glad you’re back I hope your trip was fun, but I missed you. Brief eye contact with you is the only thing that can make my stomach drop so wonderfully. But it was your posture I missed the most. When: Wednesday, June 27, 2012. Where: Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910364 College street blonde at drink You: blond hair. Reside on College St. At Drink one night with your mohawk friend. I gave you my phone, and I thought you put your number in, but when you handed it back to me, it disappeared. Then as you walked away, you said you only give out your number once a night. How about a second chance? When: Friday, June 29, 2012. Where: Drink. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910363 Boutiliers Frame Guy I came in looking for gouache (rhymes with squash, who knew?) and you were busy framing something, but not too busy to say hello. I ended up buying more art supplies than I needed because I couldn’t stop eyeing you. I dig a dude who can cut straight lines. Wanna play with Mod Podge sometime? When: Wednesday, June 27, 2012. Where: Boutiliers Art Center. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910362

To MK? I do believe I am the MK you spied, but am not too sure! Make yourself known Mr. I am what you call oblivious...and if our close friend pulled you aside at the bar to tell you I was interested, then I probably am! Don’t be a stranger! MK When: Thursday, June 28, 2012. Where: everywhere. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910358

Red Box Alright Shady Rill guy, today wearing an orange rain jacket and pulled out on a super-cute motorcycle! You looked up at me from the Red Box and looked like you wanted to say something and still didn’t. Super shy maybe. I know someone started talking to me at the same time! Timing.

Bristol Bakery Smiles We smiled at each other a few times, and you came to sit next to me. I had to go - but regret not saying more to you. Did you feel the same way? When: Thursday, June 28, 2012. Where: Bristol Bakery. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910357 zooey deschanel lookalike Saw you in a Burlington grocery store. You had on shorts and were buying something healthy. Would love to talk to you. I was standing in line behind you but didn’t get a chance to say hi. Hi. When: Sunday, June 10, 2012. Where: Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910356 VirginMary After a terrible meet n’ greet at Three Penny, I got you to come see my etchings. From there, you stole me away to Mexico, and then you stole my heart. Miss you my sweet Virgin... When: Monday, June 27, 2011. Where: Three Penny Taproom. You: Woman. Me: Man. #910355Woman. Me: Man. #910354

When: Monday, June 25, 2012. Where: Montpelier Shaw’s. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910350 Separated on Pleasure Dome Cruise “Let’s look like we’ve known each other for 10 years”... that’s what you said to me when we had our picture taken together. We chatted then got separated, couldn’t find you after that. Thought you were going to Red Square but later my friend said you were going to Metronome...would love to continue our conversation. Interested? When: Saturday, June 23, 2012. Where: Pleasure Dome Cruise. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910349

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Dear Mistress,

I was looking at profiles on a hook-up website (not really to have sex; I was more curious than anything), and I was shocked to see my friend’s husband. His photo was slightly obscured, but it was obviously him — I recognized the art on the wall and family dog in the photo! His profile says he’s looking for a “casual encounter” and that he’s “emotionally divorced” from his wife but living at home for the kids. This is news to me, and I’m sure it would be news to my friend! She has mentioned that he has strayed in the past, but I doubt she knows he’s still cheating. I don’t know what to do. Should I tell her? I’m embarrassed that I was looking on this site and would prefer her not to know. Can I send her an anonymous email with a link to his profile? Or should I confront him head-on and insist he tell her before I do?

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What a night I have never turned someone’s offer for a drink down and then spent so many hours staring into their eyes. Arrrrrgh! When: Friday, June 22, 2012. Where: in town. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910352

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Maglianero Hottie with Blue BMW Handsome dark-haired man who parked his blue BMW in the loading zone out front of my office this morning then ran around back to grab coffee at Maglianero. I was the long-haired brunette in green pants ordering the iced, soy, mocha latte behind you. You left too fast for me to say hi. Wanna get coffee together sometime? When: Thursday, June 28, 2012. Where: Maglianero. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910359

You’ve landed in quite a predicament. Do not confront your friend’s husband. Your allegiance is to her; taking up the issue with him will only cause more drama. Plus, if he is looking for sex unbeknownst to his wife, he has already proven himself untrustworthy. Do you really think he’s going to do the right thing just because you insist? You absolutely have to tell your friend, and you cannot do so anonymously. Sending an anonymous email is cowardly and will only make her feel more betrayed and hurt. Don’t be embarrassed to tell her you were visiting the site. There’s no shame in exploring the web for intimate encounters, so long as you’re being smart and safe. Besides, she’ll be too busy with her husband’s online exploits to care about yours. Last, tread lightly when telling your friend about her husband’s profile. Just because you’re friends doesn’t mean you know everything about their marriage. They could be separated but living under the same roof, or the husband could have permission to stray. Try starting the conversation with something like, “This is really none of my business, and maybe you are already aware, but if I were in your shoes I would want my friend to tell me...” The conversation likely won’t be pleasant, but you’ll be doing the right thing.

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Big square hipster glasses I keep seeing you when I’m working. The first time you helped me free a bird. Then I saw you as I was biking away from a side gig. Then again as I was babysitting. Would like to get to know you in my free time. Maybe ride bikes? When: Tuesday, June 19, 2012. Where: Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910360

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Hoodlums at the Silverlake Trailhead Hoodlums at the Silverlake trailhead on 6/24. The guys who smashed my window in to steal what you ‘thought’ was a toolbag full of tools, but you ended up with nothing but koozies and a few trail maps. I would of loved to see your faces when you opened up the bag and realized that you really didn’t have anything at all. When: Sunday, June 24, 2012. Where: Middlebury, VT. You: Man. Me: Woman. #910361

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