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INTERFAITH PEACE GATHERING & DISCUSSION: Families of various religions join Kids4Peace to counter negativity by sharing, discovering and fostering understanding. University of Vermont Interfaith Center, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 522-3125. LEARNING ABOUT NONVIOLENCE: Participants of all ages explore nonviolence through discussion, song and excerpts of the short documentary Mighty Times: The Children’s March. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
agriculture
ARTHUR GILMAN: Floral fans soak up snippets of the botanists’ new book, New Flora of Vermont. Richmond Free Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, gmas@ greenmountainaudubon.org. LISTENING TOUR: Farmers sound off on issues that matter most to them during an open discussion hosted by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets. Pavilion Building, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 828-5667. POLYPORE MUSHROOMS IN YOUR BACKYARD: Naturalist Elliot Cluba leads an exploration into the ecological importance, health benefits and harvesting of wood-eating cap-and-stem varieties. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. $12-15. Info, 224-7100. SEED LIBRARY MEET-UP: Green thumbs get the dirt on a regional reserve of garden starters. Snacks and beverages are provided. Jericho Town Library, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 899-4686.
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‘THE CURIOUS WORLD OF HIERONYMUS BOSCH’: Art hounds get a close-up look at the unconventional Dutch painter through this documentary from 2016. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 11 a.m. $5-10. Info, 382-9222. FIGURE DRAWING: Artists sharpen their skills of observation of the human form. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, 6-8 p.m. $10-15; preregister; limited space. Info, 775-0356.
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business
KELLEY MARKETING GROUP BREAKFAST MEETING: New members are welcome at a brainstorming session for marketing, advertising and communications professionals. Room 217, Ireland Building, Champlain College, Burlington, 7:45-9 a.m. Free. Info, 864-4067.
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BTV COMMUNITY DINNER & DIALOGUE NIGHT: Area residents forge connections with teens by discussing hot topics such as peer pressure, drugs and alcohol, and sexual health — and dig into a delicious meal. Burlington High School, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 652-0997. COMMUNITY DINNER: Marathon Health representatives serve up resources for healthy living during a wellness-themed supper. O’Brien Community Center, Winooski, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 655-4565. COMMUNITY SUPPER: A scrumptious spread connects friends and neighbors. Bring a dessert to share. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 5-5:45 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 300. CURRENT EVENTS CONVERSATION: Newsworthy subjects take the spotlight in this informal and open discussion. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 878-4918.
dance
DROP-IN HIP-HOP DANCE: Beginners are welcome at a groove session inspired by infectious beats. Swan Dojo, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 540-8300.
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Coffee Break For many of us, coffee is a muchneeded part of the morning routine — but how much do we know about the background of this brewed beverage? Don Holly, a 30-year veteran of the coffee industry, schools java lovers on the drink’s past, present and future in the talk “Dark, Bitter, Sweet and Aromatic: A Social History of Coffee.” Drawing on his experience as a retailer, roaster and
WEST AFRICAN DANCE: Master dancer Moustapha Bangoura of Guinea brings his years of experience in movement, drumming and choreography to a rhythm-driven class. North End Studio A, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. $18. Info, 608-692-0679.
fairs & festivals
BURLINGTON IRISH HERITAGE FESTIVAL: The best of Ireland comes to the Queen City and surrounding areas with music, dance, workshops and presentations. See burlingtonirishheritage.org for details. Various locations statewide. Prices vary. Info, info@burlingtonirishheritage.org.
film
CASTLETON INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: Cinephiles feast their eyes on a diverse lineup of motion pictures highlighting women in contemporary American independent cinema. See castleton.edu for details. Herrick Auditorium, Castleton College, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-639-8521. MOVING PICTURES: FILMS ABOUT IMMIGRATION: Film fanatics take in tales of uprooted people. Call for details. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581. ‘NOVA: BECOMING HUMAN — UNEARTHING OUR EARLIEST ANCESTORS’: Scientific research sheds light on our hominid relatives in this PBS television program. Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. WED.15
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‘MURDER ON THE NILE’ Friday, March 17, 7 p.m., at Fuller Hall, St. Johnsbury Academy. $15-42; free for students with a paying adult. Info, 748-2600. catamountarts.org
barista, Holly explores the outside forces — social, political and economic — that have influenced coffee drinking around the globe. A quick taste gives listeners a jolt following this lecture delivered in conjunction with the Fleming Museum of Art’s exhibit “Imbibe: Drinking in Culture.”
DON HOLLY Wednesday, March 22, noon, at Fleming Museum of Art, University of Vermont in Burlington. Regular admission, $3-10; free for members, faculty, staff, students and kids 6 and under. Info, 656-0750. uvm.edu