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…like our 14th annual COTS tree sale. Purchase a fresh balsam grown in Craftsbury, VT, support local growers and also help neighbors in need this holiday season. Proceeds go to the Committee on Temporary Shelter, local advocates for long term solutions to end homelessness. Starting December 7, trees are on sale from 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. City Market staff will be on hand for tree-tying assistance. Trees are just $30 (all sizes). Buy a COTS tree and you’ll also get a voucher for 50% off a lift ticket to Sugarbush!
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Milton, St. Albans. Info: 893-8893, martialwayvt. com. Beginners will find a comfortable and welcoming environment, and a courteous staff that is dedicated to helping each member achieve his or her maximum potential in the martial arts. Experienced martial artists will be impressed by our instructors’ knowledge and humility, our realistic approach, and our straightforward, fair tuition and billing policies. 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: 6604072, Julio@bjjusa.com, vermontbjj.com. Classes for men, women and children. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu enhances strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and cardiorespiratory 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 Jiu-Jitsu instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr., teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! A 5-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu National Featherweight Champion and 3-time Rio de Janeiro State Champion, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. VING TSUN KUNG FU: Mon. & Wed., 5:30-7:30. Cost: $90/mo. Location: Robert Miller Center, 130 Gosse Ct., Burlington. Info: MOY TUNG KUNG FU, Nick, 318-3383, KUNGFU.VT@ GMAIL.COM, MOYTUNGVT. COM. Traditional Moy Yat Ving Tsun Kung Fu. Learn a highly effective combination of relaxation, center line control and economy of
motion. Take physical stature out of the equation; with the time-tested Ving Tsun system, simple principles work with any body type. Free introductory class.
meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Meditation instruction available Sunday mornings, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., or by appointment. The Shambhala Cafe meets the first Saturday of each month for meditation and discussions, 9 a.m.12 p.m. An Open House occurs every third Friday evening of each month, 7-9 p.m., which includes an intro to the center, a short dharma talk and socializing. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 So. 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.
photography DIGITAL CAMERAS REVEALED: Dec. 2, 7-9 p.m. Cost: $10/2-hour class. Location: First Baptist Church of Montpelier, 3 St. Paul St., Montpelier. Info: Wings Photography, Bryan Pfeiffer, 454-4640, bryan@ wingsphotography.com, wingsphotography.com. Give me two hours and I’ll give you photography enlightenment (in time for the holidays). You’ll finally understand the dials and buttons on your point-andshoot camera. You’ll get refreshments, a handout and wisdom for capturing your world. No need to register. Bring your camera!
pilates ALL WELLNESS: Location: 128 Lakeside Ave., suite 103, Burlington. Info: 863-9900, allwellnessvt.com. We encourage all ages, all bodies and all abilities to discover greater ease and enjoyment in life by integrating physical therapy, Pilates Reformer, Power Pilates mat classes, Vinyasa and Katonah Yoga, and indoor cycling. Come experience our welcoming atmosphere, skillful instructors and beautiful, light-filled studio-your first fitness class is free if you mention this ad! EVERY BODY LOVES PILATES!: Free mat classes at the Chace Mill Holiday Hop Fri., Dec. 2, 9:30 a.m., & Sat., Dec. 3, 2 p.m. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 1 Mill St., suite 372, Burlington. Info: 863-3369, lucille@ naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Feel the feeling! See the difference! You’ve heard of the Seal, Teaser, Corkscrew, Swan and Mermaid! Try a free class and find out why every body loves Pilates! Relieve stress, promote whole-body health, restore awareness and enjoy overall well-being. Share your good fortune, bring your friends. We are local!
reiki ANIMAL REIKI I CLASS: Jan. 7-8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $190/12-hr. class. Location: Butterworks Farm, Westfield. Info: HeartSong Reiki, Kelly McDermottBurns, 746-8834, kelly@ heartsongreiki.com, heartsongreiki.com. This is the foundation for self-care and animal work. History, precepts, the Japanese energy system, meditations and animal protocol covered. Four attunements. Practice time with animals. Students will gain basic knowledge for working on any animal. Manual and certificate included. Percentage of class fee donated to Shelter Animal Reiki Association.
shamanism INTRO TO SHAMANIC JOURNEYING: Dec. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $75/5-hr. class. Location: Shaman’s Flame, 78A Cady Hill Rd., Stowe. Info: Sarah Finlay & Peter Clark, 253-7846, peterclark13@gmail. com, shamansflame.com. Experiential workshop