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In Texas, the group has hit bumps in the road. One of the trucks blew a tire on Monday and briefly caught fire, Clark said, and they’ve waited in long lines to get gas. They’ve hit some patches of high water but have stayed away from the most devastated areas, where recovery efforts continue.

Once the Vermonters empty their vehicles, they’ll pack up 25 homeless pups to bring back north, likely by the end of the week.

Despite all the damage, Clark has witnessed an outpouring of support.

“It’s been really nice,” she said. “To just get everyone helping right now — it’s heartbreaking, but everyone’s been so amazing.”

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bout a dozen Vermont do-gooders are down in Houston helping displaced dogs.

The crew from All Breed Rescue in Williston and Oh my DOG kennel in South Burlington teamed up to take more than 20,000 pounds of food and supplies to the storm-ravaged Texas city. The group, spearheaded by Oh my DOG owner Whitney Troy-Vowell, also raised about $9,500 for fuel, expenses and supplies, with leftover cash to be donated to various rescue organizations.

According to Scarlett Clark, front desk supervisor and board member of All Breed, the determined Vermont bunch — driving two 26-foot trucks and two cargo vans loaded with dog beds, toys, treats and food — departed last Friday, September 1, and spent 35-plus hours on the road. The caravan encountered other Good Samaritans with “Houston-bound!” signs on their windows and vehicles loaded with supplies.

For Clark, it was a homecoming: She grew up in Houston, and her father still lives there. He stayed with a friend during the storm, Clark said, and his house escaped serious damage — though he needed a boat to get to it.

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But Weinberger said that, after multiple rounds of negotiations, the city lost confidence in New Moran’s effort — citing construction risks, environmental challenges and financial uncertainty.

The mayor had previously said that if the project didn’t proceed, the building would be demolished. Friday, he said the city’s Community and Economic Development Office will create a “site resolution plan” to examine potential uses of the Moran property and associated costs. That study is expected in the fall of 2018.

The plant will likely be torn down. For months before last week’s announcement, the city had denied repeated requests from Seven Days to produce public records showing the cost estimates of demolition. On Friday, the city released a study showing that it would run $4 million to $10.7 million, as staff writer Katie Jickling reported on sevendaysvt.com. The difference in the potential costs depends on the extent of environmental cleanup.

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1. “Vermont Tax Department Sends Letters Seeking Unpaid Sales Tax” by Terri Hallenbeck. Roughly 20,000 online shoppers who reported zero dollars in online purchases recently received a letter seeking unpaid sales taxes.

2. “No New Moran: Burlington Ends Old Plant Redevelopment Talks” by Katie Jickling. The waterfront Moran Plant will likely be demolished.

3. “State of Need: How Vermont Tried and Failed to Cut Child Poverty in Half” by Paul Heintz. In 2007, state leaders committed to halving the child poverty rate within a decade. It didn’t happen.

4. “Milton Students Return to Racial Turmoil” by Molly Walsh. Milton parents have criticized the school district’s response to racism and allegations of racial bias.

5. “Dogged Leftist Candidate Peter Diamondstone Dies” by Mark Davis. The founder of the Liberty Union party died last week at age 82.

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he latest effort to breathe new life into the decrepit Moran Plant has gone the way of the coal soot that once spewed out of the facility: poof.

On Friday, Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger announced that the city was ending three years of deliberations with New Moran, a group of developers attempting to revitalize the hulking industrial relic.

“What the New Moran team was trying to do was very hard,” he said. “There’s a reason that, for more than 30 years, this building has remained abandoned and vacant.”

Burlington’s waterfront has been rebuilt around the site.

The bike path has been repaved and a popular new skate park installed; a sailing center is under construction. But rehabbing the former power plant has proven more challenging.

New Moran’s plan included a mixed-use space that would have been a venue for performances, the arts and a farmers market. In 2014, city voters had approved up to $6.3 million in tax increment financing to fund the redevelopment.

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DEFENDING HATERS

In response to the firing of Ryan Roy [Off Message: “Hood’s Off: Burlington White Nationalist Attended Charlottesville Rally,” August 15], I remembered years back when the American Civil Liberties Union defended the Ku Klux Klan’s right to speak before a public forum.

Before the controversial speech, the Grand Wizard seemed perplexed and asked the civil liberties guy: “Why are you people trying to defend our right to speak?”

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The civil liberty guy said, “We know that if the Klan comes to power in America, we are going to be the first people rounded up!

But this is what tolerance and free speech are all about.” Otherwise, all flag waving for free speech is meaningless, hypocritical and hollow.

Professor Noam Chomsky explained to college kids that freedom of speech means defending the right of people you thoroughly hate. A mighty hard pill to swallow, but folks need to know what all these groups stand for. Information leads toward education.

For example, a Holocaust denier may speak. To counter him, films of death camps would be shown: Russians liberating Auschwitz, Americans liberating Dachau. During World War I, my then15-year-old father survived the genocide in Armenia committed by Turkey, and my aunt was captured. Unlike World War II, few films exist of these atrocities.

Putting it all in a nutshell: free speech for people you hate, free speech for people to confront hate. We are the first and only country to have a Bill of Rights. Protect it!

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A gentleman from the neighborhood and I were not mentioned in [“Cambrian Rising: A Massive Project Advances Quietly in the Queen City,” July 19]. We would not have

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been apprised of the meeting if not for the Cambrian Watch update in Front Porch Forum. For 25 years I’ve been a neighbor of this land. I’ve lived in my home first as a tenant and now as the homeowner. Years ago, I was told by a city representative, “The neighborhood needs people like you.� Yet it is also people like me who have the least amount of power.

Developer, government agent, activist — I am not. I am an everyday, working-class resident. To those who hold power and position, I am entrusting the sustainable future of Burlington and, most importantly, our natural world, without which we have nothing. Regardless of one’s means and status, we all need to consider when enough is enough. I’ve appreciated Eric Farrell’s engagement with the community. However, his quip about Dannemora was in poor taste. And the “quiet� addition of a 42room hotel and swimming pool?

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As a volunteer at All Breed Rescue in Williston, I was very excited to see the cover of the recent Animal Issue [August 16]. But I have to admit I was disappointed when I saw no mention of our efforts. We bring dogs from high-kill shelters in the south, mostly North and South Carolina, get them into good health and match them with a family who can give them a good home. In 2016 we saved 276 dogs. So far this year we have matched more than 500 dogs with happy owners.

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[Re “Cambrian Rising: A Massive Project Advances Quietly in the Queen City�

July 19]: The new development on North Avenue that is making its way through the zoning process is a good project.

Cambrian Rise checks a lot of boxes, such as affordable and senior housing, mixedincome housing, on the bus line, near downtown services, near jobs, beautiful green conserved space, connection to two bike paths, and, most importantly, more housing for Chittenden County.

Housing is the No. 1 barrier to economic development in Chittenden County and Vermont. Simply put, we don’t have enough. This shortage impacts our lowincome community, our seniors and our employers who struggle to find employees due to a lack of housing. Cambrian Rise would provide Burlington with an affordable, senior and mixed-income housing neighborhood that is a sustainable model for the future.

Instead of saying no, let’s say yes to these projects. Vermont’s answer to NIMBYism and hypocrisy is a great group called YIMBY Vermont. It is an organized pro-housing movement, advocating for infill development in every neighborhood in Burlington, every town in Chittenden County, resulting in more residents for the state of Vermont on the whole and more tax dollars to help pay for all of the things we need. For more info, check out vtyimby.org.

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Remind Me Contemporary works from the New York theater scene come to Vermont by way of the Middlebury Actors Workshop’s The Cutting Edge: An Off-Broadway Play Reading Series. The first of these staged readings is of Marjorie Prime, a futuristic drama by Jordan Harrison. In it, an 85-year-old woman is joined by a human-like companion programmed to fill in the blanks in her waning memory, for better or worse.

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SUNDAY 10 Members and allies of Vermont’s LGBTQ community stand up for equality at the annual Pride Vermont Parade & Festival Festival. The procession begins at the south end of Burlington’s Church Street and ends with a bash at Battery Park, where individuals of all ages, races and backgrounds can connect over games, food vendors and entertainment.

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Hometown Heroes Rage Against the Machine and Red Hot Chili Peppers are but two of the bands that come to mind when thinking of rap-rock music. For many Burlingtonians, Dysfunkshun surely make that list.

From 1992 to 2002, the local band served up equal parts punk rock and hip-hop. The guys reunite on Saturday, with the Dirty Blondes, Tsunamibots and Blowtorch rounding out the bill, at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge.

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Four men and 24 strings make for one skillful performance when the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet takes the stage at Dartmouth College’s Hopkins Center for the Arts. The Grammy Award-winning foursome impresses with new arrangements of works from around the world. Also on the program is “Road to the Sun,” written for the group by sixstring master Pat Metheny.

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Fans of actor Katharine Hepburn may remember her best as the independent, spirited Jo in 1933’s Little Women or the brave missionary Rose in 1951’s The African Queen. Rick Foster’s biographical play, Kate: The Unexamined Life, gives onlookers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the Academy Award winner as she reflects on her life at age 92. Janis Stevens stars in this Lost Nation Theater production.

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uring a televised interview last Thursday, Sen. BERNIE SANDERS (I-Vt.) lambasted CNN’s CHRIS CUOMO for asking about the 2020 presidential race. “People are sick and tired of it!” Sanders exclaimed.

“We don’t need to have never-ending elections!”

His words are consistent. Sanders has yet to announce his plans for 2018, when he will be up for reelection to the Senate.

But his actions? Well, on Labor Day, four days after the Cuomo exchange, Sanders was acting just like a presidential candidate: delivering campaign-style speeches in New Hampshire, home of the first-in-the-nation primary and birthplace of never-ending elections.

And his performance showed exactly why there’s so much speculation about the runner-up in last year’s Democratic contest. On Monday, he captivated two audiences representing very different parts of the liberal electorate.

First, in Manchester, he keynoted the New Hampshire AFL-CIO Labor Day Breakfast, a gathering of the traditional base of the Democratic Party. Then, in Concord, he spoke to a crowd of enthusiastic progressives, many holding signs calling for a Sanders presidential run in 2020.

The Vermont senator’s political powers were on display at two political events in the most political state in the union. Which is fine, but he can’t honestly go all Casablanca on us, professing to be shocked — shocked! — that politics is going on in here.

To be sure, there are other reasons for Sanders to be in New Hampshire.

“Clearly people who voted for him here and worked for him are extremely interested in what’s going to happen,” says KURT EHRENBERG, New Hampshire political director for Sanders’ 2016 campaign. “We’ll see him here either as a candidate or as the leader of the progressive movement in the United States.”

New Hampshire’s top Democrats view him as a force to be reckoned with.

They speak of him with respect and choose their words carefully. Stands to reason. After all, he beat HILLARY CLINTON by 22 points in the Granite State’s presidential primary. Like their Vermont counterparts, party pols may love Bernie, or their feelings may be, shall we say, nuanced — but he is a fact of life.

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“Sen. Sanders has been a supporter of the New Hampshire Democratic Party for years,” says RAY BUCKLEY, chair of the state party since 2007. “He has never said no to standing with us. That’s why we stood with him when he was being challenged [during the 2016 primary] about whether or not he was a bona fide Democrat. The New Hampshire state party stood solid with him because we believe he’s a Democrat and a good Democrat.”

Sen. JEANNE SHAHEEN (D-N.H.), an early Clinton supporter who addressed the Labor Day breakfast and departed before Sanders showed up, offered lukewarm praise on her way out. “I think the fight that he’s made to support the middle class, to trying to address income inequality, has been very important,” she said. “His voice continues to be important.”

ALMOST EVERYONE AT THE RALLY WOULD BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SEE SANDERS RUN FOR PRESIDENT AGAIN. I could think of stronger adjectives.

The Labor Day breakfast was held in a combination gymnasium/auditorium inside St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, a grand edifice towering over a quiet residential neighborhood.

About 300 people filled their plates at a buffet table and then strapped in for a lengthy set of political speeches. There were union officials, candidates, state lawmakers and three of the state’s four members of Congress.

By the time Sanders took the stage, the event was nearly two hours old.

Quite a few seats had emptied. But those who remained were, as ever, enthralled by his message. He opened with the obligatory nod to organized labor.

“The union movement reminds us of a very simple but important reality,” he said. “When people come together in solidarity, when we understand that your struggle is my struggle and my struggle is yours, when we come together, we win!”

By contrast, he said, President DONALD TRUMP “is trying to divide us.” Sanders excoriated Trump’s decision to terminate

the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program as “cruel and ugly” and promised to fight in Congress to make the program permanent.

And then, like the Rolling Stones on tour, he played the hits and played them well: income inequality, campaign finance, “millionaires and billionaires,” free tuition at public colleges and universities, and health care as a human right. He bashed the media for obsessing over stuff he doesn’t want to talk about. He promised to introduce legislation “within two weeks” to make all Americans eligible for Medicare.

The breakfast concluded without fanfare. There was no linking of arms on stage, no singing of “Solidarity Forever.”

Most of the top elected officials had already departed. Sanders quickly made his exit, greeting a few supporters as he strode for the door.

Next on the agenda was a midday rally in a quiet corner of the state’s capital city. Rollins Park is a sprawling place full of magnificent trees in a wellmanicured neighborhood in southern Concord. Nowhere near the corridors of power, but a really nice place to spend a perfect late-summer day. The rally, organized by the advocacy group Rights & Democracy, attracted at least a thousand people. Democratic Party regulars were vastly outnumbered by the true believers of Sanders’ self-proclaimed political revolution.

Sanders did not disappoint, delivering his Greatest Hits yet again with a combination of practiced skill and real sincerity that most politicians can only dream of. There was one significant deviation from his Manchester speech: He closed the Concord event with a call for fighting climate change, an issue that he apparently deemed unfit for an audience of blue-collar union members yearning for the Good Old Days of American manufacturing.

It’s a fair bet that almost everyone at the rally would be more than happy to see Sanders run for president again.

Many people held professionally printed “Draft Bernie” signs.

And there was the T-shirt for sale that bore an outline of Sanders’ unkempt hair and the legend “Hindsight 2020” beneath.

In context, Cuomo’s question seems perfectly reasonable: Will Bernie run for president again?

The man himself, as usual, had no time for the media. Ehrenberg wouldn’t hazard a guess on Sanders’ role in 2020, but he did maybe let something else slip out.

“Sen. Sanders has to get reelected to the U.S. Senate, which he’s working on in Vermont right now,” Ehrenberg said.

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“Once that election is over, he’ll consider his options beyond that.”

Oho! Running for reelection, is he?

Disclaimer: The opinion voiced above is arguably that of Ehrenberg alone and does not necessarily reflect the views of Sanders’ reelection campaign organization, which does exist — and is actively fundraising for 2018.

Machine Logic

Hey, remember those video gambling machines? The ones used in a pilot program by the Vermont Lottery and then warehoused when the legislature said no to continuing the program?

Back in April, Seven Days’ TERRI HALLENBECK reported that, for almost a full year, the 25 machines had been sitting in storage at a cost of $8,000 per month.

At the time, acting Lottery Commission chair MARTHA O’CONNOR explained that “there was hope” the legislature would change its mind. But it showed no sign of doing so.

Apparently the Scott administration was paying attention, because it took quick action to get rid of the machines.

“As of July 1, the state is no longer paying for them,” Scott spokesperson REBECCA KELLEY wrote in answer to an email inquiry. “Once we determined there did not appear to be an appetite for redeploying them, we worked with the vendor to get the machines returned.”

Which leaves a policy question. The machines were one way of squeezing more revenue out of state-sanctioned gambling — and, as O’Connor noted in April, the Lottery Commission does feel pressure on that score.

Kelley wouldn’t rule out a return of video gaming but acknowledged that in the legislature doesn’t appear interested.

As for other ways to increase revenue, a liquor and lottery task force established by the legislature will be brainstorming the issue. “The administration believes there are opportunities to increase yield,” Kelley wrote, “but there needs to be a balance to ensure responsible participation and moderation.”

Of course, one man’s balance is another’s moral hazard.

about the realities of political life: “How public servants balance everything: job, family, legislature,” explains SUSAN HARTMAN, executive director of the Pride Center of Vermont. “We want a downto-earth discussion about the realities of public service.”

The event is designed to encourage potential candidates from the LGBT community. Pride Center is hosting the event, but the idea came from JIM DANDENEAU, House campaign director for the Vermont Democratic Party. “We want the House caucus to better reflect Vermont,” he says. “There are areas where we could do better.”

Which raises the question, how many openly LGBT lawmakers does Vermont have?

The answer, with apologies to anyone omitted, appears to be at least seven. Sens.

BECCA BALINT (D-Windham), BRIAN CAMPION (D-Bennington) and DEBBIE INGRAM (D-Chittenden), and Reps. BRIAN CINA (P/D-Burlington), DIANA GONZÁLEZ (P/DWinooski), BILL LIPPERT (D-Hinesburg) and MATT TRIEBER (D-Bellows Falls). That’s 3.8 percent, which is slightly lower than the state’s LGBT population of 5.3 percent, according to a 2017 Gallup poll. But none of the seven represent the transgender population.

And when a group is not represented, things can fall through the cracks. So says BRENDA CHURCHILL of the LGBTQIA Alliance, which represents a coalition of LGBT groups at the Statehouse. Her job is twofold: to advocate for issues of interest and to review every bill before the legislature.

“We examine the language of proposed bills,” she says. “People can be excluded, not on purpose. That’s where we have an impact and make a difference.”

In the 2018 session, Churchill will be watchdogging H.333, a bill that would designate all single-occupancy public restrooms in the state as gender neutral.

The measure has passed the House and awaits action by the Senate.

Another issue that’s likely to come up: adding a third gender designation to driver’s licenses, along the lines of Oregon’s offering of M, F and X. House majority leader JILL KROWINSKI (D-Burlington) has been researching possible legislation. That’s the kind of issue that can fall through the cracks in a nondiverse legislature.

“The idea of M, F or X doesn’t occur to me because I’m not nonbinary,” says Hartman. “It’s not my existence, so it doesn’t come to mind.”

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urlington teachers strummed guitars, banged on bongos and sang “We Shall Overcome” as they waited last Thursday night to see if their protracted contract talks with the school board would yield an agreement.

The protest song didn’t help. The school board ended negotiations and imposed a one-year contract shortly after midnight, angering the union. The move followed closely on the heels of similar action in neighboring South Burlington on August 29.

In both cases, the boards rejected the recommendations of neutral fact finders, consultants who are hired to propose compromises that rely heavily on comparisons of teacher pay and benefits in neighboring districts.

The use of “comparables,” as they are known in the labor bargaining process, dates back at least 40 years. But the practice is under fire from some school board members who feel that the unique conditions in their own districts should hold more weight.

For example, Burlington has lower average incomes and a higher poverty rate than suburbs such as Shelburne and South Burlington, according to Mark Porter, chair of the Burlington School Board. Last year’s maximum teacher salary of $84,750 — roughly $5,000 less than South Burlington’s — reflects what the community can afford.

“I do not believe that fact-finding should include the comparables,” said Porter, “and that they should have such a weight in the negotiations.”

The South Burlington board, too, is critical of comparing salaries and percentage raises district by district.

In a July press release explaining why it rejected a fact finder’s report regarding the city’s 2017-18 teacher contract, school board chair Elizabeth Fitzgerald and member Martin LaLonde said the recommendations were based largely on pay and benefits enjoyed by teachers in other districts — specifically Chittenden South Supervisory Union.

“The board believes that our ability to maintain broad-based community support is significantly undermined when a fact finder believes the district’s largest single expense — compensation and benefits for staff — is driven more by the actions and decisions of other school

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districts than by thoughtful, respectful and cooperative consideration of local school district priorities, needs and financial capacity,” Fitzgerald wrote.

She and LaLonde did not respond to requests for comment last week.

The imposed contracts in Chittenden County could lead to organized walkouts. Burlington teachers picketed Tuesday and planned to meet Thursday to discuss options, including the possibility of a strike. South Burlington teachers planned to meet Wednesday.

While some school board members liken comparables to a straightjacket in the bargaining process, teachers’ unions defend them.

“I know for some folks it’s inconvenient, but it’s enshrined in our law,” said Darren Allen, communications director for the Vermont-National Education Association, the state teachers’ union. “It’s something that needs to be considered.”

The Vermont School Boards Association wants that law to change.

In February, the association called on the legislature to modify state labor law

2016-17 AVERAGE TEACHER SALARIES Burlington School District............................................................................ $68,781 Chittenden Central Supervisory Union*...................................................$69,539 Chitttenden East Supervisory Union.......................................................... $61,014 Chittenden South Supervisory Union....................................................... $70,943 Colchester School District............................................................................$66,518 Essex Town School District*........................................................................ $70,929 Milton Town School District.........................................................................$61,255 South Burlington School District............................................................... $75,550 Winooski School District...............................................................................$56,321 * THESE DISTRICTS MERGED AS OF JULY 1.

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to reduce the use of “comparability patterns” and regional teacher pay trends.

Fact finders should “consider only a statutory list of legitimate measures of a community’s ability to pay,” the association said in a statement outlining its position.

The Vermont-NEA opposed the proposal, and the legislature took no action.

Meanwhile, due to heated political debate about teacher health care costs

and other factors, roughly 160 of the approximately 200 Vermont-NEA teacher and school staff contracts around the state are still being negotiated. Most of the contracts expired on June 30, and teachers are working under provisions that extend the terms.

It’s unprecedented to have so many contracts in the air at once, according to Allen. With all those protracted negotiations, more communities are likely

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costs. The union argued that the defeats were a political reaction to the board’s decision to drop the Confederate-tinged Rebels school nickname, a response that would soon blow over.

The South Burlington board rejected comparables when it proposed phasing out the “step” system that confers automatic pay increases based on seniority and graduate education — the model in most Vermont teacher contracts.

In addition to socalled “step raises” based on each year of service or new graduate credits, teachers’ unions negotiate for increases in base pay. So, there are two factors that affect what both sides refer to as “total new money” in a proposed salary negotiation.

In South Burlington, the board attempted to move away from this complex system and a percentagebased raise. Instead, it wanted dollar increases to be negotiated annually.

The union — and Lobel — opposed the loss of the step plan, arguing, among other things, that dropping it would be out of line with other Chittenden County teacher contracts. Lobel did,

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to reach the fact-finding phase in the legally scripted bargaining process. It comes after both sides declare impasse and before a union can strike.

Use of comparables is standard in most hiring venues, said Ira Lobel, a veteran, Albany, N.Y.based mediator who wrote the fact-finding report used in this year’s South Burlington teacher contract talks. Whether the job is NBA basketball coach, corporate CEO or garbage truck driver, almost every employer and prospective employee takes into account what other people make for similar jobs, Lobel said, adding: “Why shouldn’t a teacher do it in the same way?”

Plenty of reasons, according to those who aren’t fans of the process.

In South Burlington, the school board emphasized that voters defeated two budgets earlier this year, which is virtually unheard of in the district. Last school year, the starting pay for teachers was $43,418, and the top pay was $89,788 — with extra earnings possible for coaching and extracurricular duties.

The board insisted that the budget defeats reflected a unique local scenario: extreme taxpayer fatigue with school

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aterbury Sports co-owner Chuck Hughson likes knowing the names of the police officers who patrol the streets where he lives and works. He finds comfort in the cop cars stationed next to his South Main Street store at night.

“We literally have two cruisers parked in our parking lot,” an advantage of sharing a building with the local police agency, Hughson said. “There’s something to be said about a local department.”

But those police cars, the department and the officers will disappear at the end of the year when Waterbury Village, the downtown section of the larger 5,000-person municipality, dissolves its police force.

The decision made earlier this year leaves the entire town of Waterbury — a burgeoning beer mecca and home to a major state office complex — without a local police force and grappling with an uncertain public safety future.

“I don’t think anybody disagrees with the need for a police department,” said Waterbury Village Trustees President Skip Flanders. “It’s a question of who pays.”

Waterbury is not alone in facing that question, nor the question of how much local policing is needed.

Later this month, the Senate Government Operations Committee will launch a series of hearings around Vermont taking a closer look at those issues.

One proposal: a requirement that municipalities, regardless of their size, provide some level of police service. Towns could create their own police force or contract with a nearby department or county sheriff, as some already do, according to Sen. Jeanette White (D-Windham), the committee’s chair.

“In my opinion, state police should be covering major crimes, special investigation units and highways,” but they should not be serving as de facto town cops, White said.

Across Vermont, 57 municipalities field their own police departments. Others contract with state police, a sheriff’s department or neighboring police agencies for a specific amount of coverage. Several more rely entirely on state police without paying extra.

“You’re subsidizing all those towns that don’t have anything,” said White, who considers such arrangements unfair.

Sen. Brian Collamore (R-Rutland), the committee’s vice chair, said he’s unsure what the legislature will decide, but he sees the need for a discussion. “In Vermont, we have this patchwork quilt of police,” he said. “There’s sort of a question of jurisdiction at times.”

White contends that every municipality should at least provide “primary coverage,” either through their own police agency or a contract. “So if somebody beats up on somebody, you know who to call,” she said.

Working out the details of who is responsible for exactly what level of coverage will take some work, White conceded: “We haven’t defined primary coverage.”

But she has supporters who agree that Vermonters can no longer count on state police to respond to

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low-level crimes such as mailbox vandalism, fender benders and shoplifting.

“Every municipality has a fire department. You also need police services,” said Vergennes Police Chief George Merkel, president of the Vermont Association of Chiefs of Police. “We’ve got to start looking at regionalizing services.”

Windham County Sheriff Keith Clark agrees. “State police are spread too thin,” he said. “They’re not for policing small communities the way they’re set up.”

Col. Matthew Birmingham, commander of the Vermont State Police, wouldn’t take a stance on White’s proposal. But he did make clear that his agency feels the strain under the current model. Staffing has remained level, while criminal investigations have grown more complex, Birmingham said.

“We have really had to specialize in the last five to 10 years,” he said, noting the creation of special units to handle major crimes, sex investigations, and searchand-rescue operations. This year, the agency added a technology unit to focus on the growth of cyber attacks and other crimes that require computer skills to investigate, Birmingham said. “Every crime has a technology component that could be the difference between solving the crime or not,” he said.

Birmingham argued that state police should focus on that core mission of offering specialized investigators. But, like it or not, communities also expect troopers to be the local cop on the beat. A state police station is located in Derby, for example, a sizable community that lacks its own police department.

“It’s a challenge for us,” Birmingham said. “Having a barracks physically there might give the false

impression that we can provide policing at a higher level.”

When a Walmart store opened in Derby last year, the volume of calls for retail theft, parking lot car crashes and the like increased, he said. Local station commanders ultimately determine which calls they can handle, but Birmingham said his troopers have to prioritize emergencies over “quality-of-life” incidents.

Communities can get a higher level of service by contracting with state police for a set number of patrol hours each week. Last year, 23 Vermont towns chose that option, paying a total of $433,842, according to state police.

But Birmingham warned that such arrangements, which involve troopers working overtime either before or after their regular shifts, are not a statewide solution to policing rural regions.

“If every town contracted with state police, we couldn’t do it,” Birmingham said, because the money towns pay reimburses the state for troopers’ overtime — but doesn’t allow him to hire more troopers.

For other communities, hiring a sheriff’s department or neighboring police agency can offer more flexibility.

Vernon, which disbanded its three-member police department in 2014 after the 650-employee Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant shut down, contracts with the Windham County Sheriff’s Office. The town spends about $250,000 a year for 20 hours of daily coverage, about $65,000 a year less than running its own department, Vernon Selectboard chair Josh Unruh said.

Even that might be more coverage than the town needs, he said: “It’s a huge debate every single year at

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town meeting about the large amount of money we spend.”

Clark, however, said he found Vernon’s police needs to be greater than he expected. Local police had made four drunk-driving arrests in five years, he said, while his department made 16 in the first three months of coverage. Such contracts can be a viable option, but Clark argued that the state needs a more comprehensive approach.

It’s not for a lack of trying. Studies on the issue date back decades. “The state is at a crossroads,” declared a 2009 report to the legislature that recommended regionalizing police services to ease the burden on state police.

“We’ve almost studied this to death,” Clark said. “It’s having the political will to act.”

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White said she is ready to act. But she also knows there will be resistance.

At least one organization has said as much: The Vermont League of Cities and Towns will oppose the legislation, according to Karen Horn, the coalition’s lobbyist.

“Towns need to figure out for themselves what level of coverage is going to work,” Horn said.

Townspeople will get a chance to weigh in. White’s five-member Government Operations Committee will hit eight locations this fall seeking public input on policing: September 21 in Bellows Falls and White River Junction; September 26 in Manchester and Brandon; October 10 in St. Johnsbury and Newport; and October 24 in St. Albans and Waterbury.

When White’s committee gets to Waterbury, members will find a community already hip-deep in the debate.

It revolves around a beef between the village, which is more densely populated and has long paid for its own police force, and the rest of town, which depends — fee-free — on the state police for its coverage.

Village residents voted in June to dissolve their government after years-long efforts to merge with the town failed, in part because town residents didn’t want to pay for a police department. The village, which has struggled to fund its

department since 2011’s Tropical Storm Irene dented its tax base, has seen its police force shrink from 10 full- and part-time officers to just two full-timers working five days a week. State police have been providing basic coverage in the village overnight and on weekends.

It’s not the busiest beat in the state.

Over the last five years, Waterbury had an annual average of about 1,500 calls for service — nearly three-quarters of them in the village. Police also issued an average of 457 traffic citations and averaged 24 arrests annually.

The decision to disband, which puts all Waterbury residents under a single town government, awaits legislative approval next year and would take effect July 1, 2018.

In anticipation, the village plans to stop funding its $325,000-a-year police force as of December 31. Police Chief Joby Feccia and Cpl. Anthony Mazzilli will lose their jobs.

The question of what to do next is very much up in the air. A 10-member committee is studying Waterbury’s public safety needs and the cost of police forces in seven similar-size communities. Costs range from $460,000 for three officers in Bristol to $1.2 million for 10 officers in Morristown.

“What we’re looking at is trying to establish a range of options,” said Marc Metayer, a town selectboard member, retired state police captain and former deputy commissioner of the state Department of Public Safety. He is heading the committee.

Voters will ultimately decide, possibly in November, after a process that will include surveys and public hearings, Metayer said.

If Waterbury decides to rely solely on state police coverage, residents should understand that they won’t be getting immediate service for nonemergencies, said Birmingham, the state police commander.

“Yes, we can provide police services to the town of Waterbury,” Birmingham said. “The level to which we provide it is the question.”

Hughson, the Waterbury Sports coowner, is wary of just that. His store hasn’t had any crime problems, but when local police are off, people have come in and asked how to reach the police, including one woman whose phone had been stolen. He keeps the state police phone number handy but wonders what response those calls bring.

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garden sprouted rows of cabbage and carrots on a sunny day last month. Two silos stood tall next to a softball field. Red barns nearby shared the grounds with dormitory-style housing.

In the distance, expansive woods were home to deer and turkey.

Only the shiny silver razor-wire fence identified the Southeast State Correctional Facility in Windsor as a place to confine 100 criminals.

“This is the most beautiful prison in the state,” Southeast State Correctional Facility superintendent Kat Tkaczyk said as she walked the grounds. “The tranquility of the place is very therapeutic.”

This has also been the most expensive prison in the state to run. At $77,769 a year per bed, Southeast State costs nearly $15,000 more than the average for Vermont prisons. In fiscal year 2016, its expenses ran a full $48,000 more per inmate than at an out-of-state prison where Vermont sent some offenders.

That’s why the minimum-security facility is set to shut down by October 31, a move that state legislators insist is temporary, though there is no firm plan for its future. What the prison will become — and when — no one knows.

In January, Gov. Phil Scott proposed closing Southeast State to save $3.5 million a year. His plan was to mothball the prison while determining what to do with the 100-acre

property. Legislators balked and instead directed Scott’s administration to study transforming the prison into a corrections reentry facility focused on better preparing all Vermont inmates for release as their sentences near completion.

Now state leaders have to decide: Is the 101-year-old farm prison too unwieldy to operate as a modern correctional facility? Or is this setting so special that the state would be remiss to let it go?

Lawmakers gave Department of Corrections Commissioner Lisa Menard until November to report on the costs and benefits of creating a reentry facility in Windsor. In the meantime, they allowed her to temporarily close the prison. The inmate census stood at just 35 last week, reduced through attrition as offenders completed their sentences, she said. Three of its four cellblocks have been emptied. Employees are transferring to other facilities or changing careers. Menard said she is trying to minimize layoffs.

The move has employees, townspeople and those who represent offenders worried about what will become of Southeast State.

“It’s not a happy time,” Tkaczyk said, summing up her staff’s sentiment.

State workers fear that the Scott administration is laying the groundwork for construction of a new 800-bed

public-private prison, as the DOC proposed in January. Such a partnership could eliminate state jobs, said Steve Howard, executive director of the Vermont State Employees’ Association.

“That’s going to be a fight that we’re going to come all guns a-blazing on,” Howard said.

Tom Dalton, executive director of Vermonters for Criminal Justice Reform, said he’s worried Windsor’s closure will

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force the state to send more prisoners out of state, which inmate advocates argue leaves them far from families and rehabilitation programs. “It’s concerning that they’re reducing beds further in Vermont,” Dalton said.

The prison, tucked away on a rural road outside the village, has helped the community, Windsor town manager Tom Marsh said — giving the town a reduced rate for inmate work crews that maintain lawns at the cemetery, town athletic fields and local nonprofit organizations.

Windsor town officials fear that state leaders will let the facility deteriorate

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while they deliberate. “What we care about is: Don’t leave the building vacant,” Marsh said.

Legislators insist they won’t delay.

In an August 15 letter to the governor, Senate Judiciary Committee chair Dick Sears (D-Bennington) and House Corrections and Institutions Committee chair Alice Emmons (D-Springfield) emphasized their interest in converting the prison into a reentry center.

“We believe that this desperately needed piece of Vermont’s corrections strategy should be up and running as soon as possible,” they wrote.

Southeast State hasn’t been a traditional prison since it opened in 1916 as a place where low-risk offenders could raise food for the nearby Windsor state penitentiary and other institutions.

There was no fence until the early 1980s, according to Mike Coxon, Southeast’s superintendent from 1977 to 2002. “Inmates had to report to the superintendent’s office every two hours,” he said. “It worked fairly well.”

Over the years, inmates ran a dairy and slaughtering operation, grew vegetables, manufactured license plates, rehabilitated old bicycles, and did light construction and groundskeeping work in neighboring communities, he said.

Tighter food regulations forced closure of the meat and dairy operation.

The license plate work was transferred elsewhere a few years ago.

But Southeast prisoners were still growing vegetables and going out on work crews to mow lawns and shovel snow. They recently built the Hartford Police Department’s new offices and holding cells. Every Christmas, they made hundreds of wooden toys and donated them to Toys for Tots. All those activities are coming to an end as the prison prepares to close.

Tkaczyk, who has run Southeast for three years, made clear her fondness for the prison. “It’s a gorgeous place,” she said. “I hope they do something with it.”

The very attributes that make the campus a serene setting also make it an inefficient place to lock up criminals.

Inmates might be tempted to climb its silos or hide in its barns. Tkaczyk pointed to a row of pine trees on a hill hundreds of yards beyond the razorwire fence.

“They’re gorgeous, but they kind of give me fits,” said Tkaczyk, who had crews trim the bottom eight inches

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No inmates have escaped during her time as superintendent, Tkaczyk said.

But, in 2014, one did cut through the wire fence and get away for a few hours before being caught, according to media reports.

The three largest housing units, located in a two-story, L-shaped building, have staircases and corners that interrupt sight lines and require more staff to monitor inmates, Tkaczyk said. To continue using the site as a secure prison, Menard said, the building layout “will really need to be changed dramatically.”

Such challenges drive Windsor’s high staff-to-inmate ratio. The prison has one staffer for every 1.8 inmates, com-

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pared to one for every three inmates at the maximum-security Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield, Menard said.

And, she added, tranquility doesn’t pay the bills. “The recidivism rate is not affected by whether it looks like a farm or looks like an institution,” Menard said.

Tkaczyk, who exudes the kind of pride in her prison that a principal shows in a school, said some of the facility’s disadvantages could be overcome if the prison were to become a reentry facility. For example, state officials recently learned that the silos and barns, which they thought had to be retained for historic preservation purposes, could be torn down.

But Menard makes clear that she considers establishing a reentry facility at Windsor impractical — with or without the silos. The state is already offering reentry services, she said, and there’s no assurance that a designated facility would do a better job.

Menard said her report will lay out the costs and benefits of a reentry

program. Her staff visited a prison in Concord, N.H., that has two units devoted to prisoners preparing for release.

Some of those inmates catch a bus each day to work at jobs in the community, she said, allowing the facility to operate with fewer daytime employees. Unlike rural Windsor, Concord is a populous community with convenient bus service, she noted.

Howard, at the Vermont State Employees’ Association, said those constraints are surmountable. “The corrections department could buy a bus,” he said.

Stefan LoBuglio, director of corrections and reentry for the Council of State Governments’ Justice Center, said reentry programs have proven effective and can be offered in a variety of settings, with or without access to community jobs. The key is to provide intensive, highly tailored assistance to each inmate, he said. That means helping some offenders learn how to hold a job and educating others on strategies to stay sober.

It remains to be seen whether that’s the prison’s future. Aided by the report Menard is scheduled to produce by November, legislators expect to make a decision next year.

There is no shortage of ideas about other potential uses for the old prison farm.

Marsh, the town manager, said the property holds a lot of potential because it includes prime agricultural land, municipal sewer hookups, a new water storage system and solar panels. The Southeast State buildings are assessed at $5.1 million, he said.

“Could somebody be creative there?” he asked.

Coxon, the retired Southeast State superintendent, thinks the state should move the women’s prison population there. Dalton, of Vermonters for Criminal Justice Reform, would like to see drug treatment offered.

Emmons noted that the state is under pressure to replace its temporary Middlesex psychiatric hospital and Essex’s Woodside Juvenile Rehabilitation Center. She would like to consider moving those programs to the campus, along with the reentry facility.

“We’re seeing Windsor as a real asset,” she said. “We’re not willing to let go of that asset.” m

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Welch: Trump’s DACA Decision Puts 42 Vermonters at Risk Forty-two Vermonters’ immigration status is uncertain now that President Donald Trump has vowed to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, according to Congressman Peter Welch (D-Vt.).

Speaking at Burlington International Airport on Tuesday before he boarded a flight to Washington, D.C., Welch said he plans to urge his colleagues to restore the program. Vermont’s two senators, as well as Gov. Phil Scott, said this week they agree that Congress should take action.

DACA, a 2012 executive order issued by president Barack Obama, has given legal protections to nearly 800,000 undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children.

“This is the height of cruelty,” Welch said of Trump’s promise to phase out the program. “The only country they’ve ever known … is right here in the United States of America.”

In a phone interview from the nation’s capital Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) echoed the sentiment.

He accused Trump of opposing every policy Obama supported because he’s jealous that his predecessor was more popular.

Teacher Contracts « P.15 however, side with the board on several points, including its bid to reduce teacher sick days from 25 per year, with accumulation of up to 180 days, to 20 annually, with accumulation of up to 80 days. Lobel agreed that benefit was out of step with nearby districts.

On salary, the union asked for a 4.9 percent raise, which would have brought top step pay to $92,729. The board proposed an across-the-board raise of $1,250, which equated to an average 1.6 percent raise.

Lobel noted that the top wage in South Burlington is about 6.1 percent higher than the average maximum teacher

Nevertheless, Leahy said he interprets this Trump decision as half-hearted. He pointed to the fact that the president tasked Attorney General Jeff Sessions with formally announcing the end of DACA on Tuesday — and that Trump has indicated Congress could reverse his decision.

“He’s gotten so much pushback on this that he sends out the attorney general ... and then the attorney general, of course, refuses to take questions,” Leahy said.

A day earlier, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) savaged the president over reports that he would announce an end to DACA. At a Labor Day event in Manchester, N.H., the senator called Trump’s plan “one of the most cruel and ugly decisions ever made in the modern history of this country by a president.”

Scott, a Republican, also denounced Trump’s decision in a statement Tuesday.

“It is my hope Congress will take action and continue this policy, which I believe provides long-term benefits to American culture, the economy and the prosperity of our country,” the governor said.

At least one Vermont immigrant who benefited from DACA reached out to Welch’s office worried about the program ending. That person, he said, earned a college degree and is working on cancer research. “I say: Congress; get our act together,” Welch said.

Political columnist John Walters contributed reporting.

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Vermont Tax Department Sends Letters Seeking Unpaid Sales Tax The Vermont Tax Department is sending nearly 20,000 letters to Vermonters informing them that they may owe sales tax for online purchases. If so, they have two months to pay up without interest or penalty.

The department is attempting this year to collect more unpaid sales tax, according to Commissioner Kaj Samsom. In setting the 2018 state budget, Vermont lawmakers counted on an increased sales tax haul of $3.175 million.

salary in the county. He acknowledged that most local districts have not finalized contracts for the new school year but noted that the Chittenden South school board gave its teachers a 3 percent raise. He proposed a 2.5 percent raise for South Burlington teachers.

The school board rejected it. In the end, the school board imposed a contract that provides an average salary increase of $1,679 — around 2 percent — for teachers and no increase in their contribution to health care premiums, which stands at 17 percent.

As Lobel sees it, comparing contracts can work to the advantage of a school board in some situations and

“It’s become a more important thing to emphasize as more sales shift online,” the tax commissioner said.

Amazon this year began charging sales tax on purchases made by Vermonters, but many other online retailers, and states such as New Hampshire, do not.

Vermont legislators have long grappled with the issue because they have authority only over sellers with a physical presence in the state, giving online retailers a tax advantage.

Lawmakers may have finally come up with a solution.

Online retailers who do at least $100,000 in sales in the state and don’t collect tax will be required to report Vermont purchases to the tax department in January.

The letter to taxpayers warns of the changes and notes that the reports include “buyer information which will be used in compliance efforts.”

Samsom declined to say whether those who receive the letter would be targeted for an audit if they don’t pay sales tax retroactively. Anyone who receives the letter and is confident they owe no sales tax should ignore it, he said.

“Some people feel the letter is too threatening. Some folks perceive it as a shakedown,” Samsom said. “This is not a shakedown. This is not a revenue grab.”

to the union in others. And the practice doesn’t totally prohibit change, though it tends to happen “slowly, over time,” he acknowledged.

For instance, decades ago, teachers didn’t help pay for their health insurance. But when some districts made the change, it helped others shift some costs of health insurance onto teachers.

So are rank-and-file teachers sour on comparables? No. “It provides both sides with a framework about what would be fair, what would be equitable,” said Noah Everitt, a South Burlington teacher and spokesperson for the South Burlington Educators’ Association, who agreed that

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comparables don’t always work in the union’s interest.

Lobel’s recent fact-finding report and recommendations weren’t entirely popular with either the union or the school board, Everitt said, and perhaps that’s proof that the process works — with comparables in the mix.

“Neither side really liked what that fact-finding report said,” Everitt said.

“That, to me, is the hallmark of a good fact-finding report.”

Lobel predicted that comparables would remain an important part of the process.

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1946-2017, SALISBURY After several years of dealing with complications of dementia and type 1 diabetes, Michele Forman died on August 28, 2017, at her home in Salisbury. She is survived by her husband, Dick, and three beloved children: Elissa (and her husband, Ron Bush); Laura (and her partner, Rae Miller); and Tim (and his wife, Imelda Stamp.) She is also survived by her adored granddaughters, Anna and Juliana; her brother, Jack; her sister, Maureen; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Theodore and Dorothy Meenan Vickers.

Michele was born in Biloxi, Miss., in 1946 and was raised in the Deep South. She dropped out of high school, moved north and studied history at Brandeis University.

Michele served in the Peace Corps from 1967 to 1969, teaching in western Nepal.

This experience engendered a passion for learning about peoples’ experiences in other cultures that shaped the rest of her career.

Michele taught world history at Middlebury Union High School for 29 years.

Her classroom was a joyous jungle of giant plants, student art, maps, posters, provocative slogans, old couches and new ideas.

Michele was selected as the National Teacher of the Year in 2001, an honor announced by president George W. Bush in a Rose Garden ceremony at the White House. He cited her work in the classroom, her introducing the study of Arabic language and culture to her students, her scholarship,

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1952-2017, CALAIS Diane Dexter, 65, was born in New Bedford, Mass., on January 15, 1952. She passed away peacefully on August 3 surrounded by loving family and friends.

While her contributions have been many to her family and friends, she also changed the face of state adoptions in Vermont and was a moving force in advancing Vermont into a national leadership role in this area. She worked as the adoption chief from 1993 until her retirement in 2016 with the State of Vermont’s Department for Children and Families. Her commitment to the children of Vermont and the families who stepped forward to adopt or provide guardianship remained deep and true throughout her career, and she was recognized as a national leader in adoption. Her accomplishments include receiving the Angel in Adoption Awards, the national Excellence in Adoption Award, on three occasions.

She was recognized by Child Safe for her work in collaboration and planning for foster children, and the Vermont Children’s Aid Society honored Diane with a certificate in Excellence in Social Work.

She leaves behind an abundance of friends and professionals whom she nurtured; her sisters Deb Amaral, Wendy Boucher, and Patty Boucher-Allen of Dartmouth, Mass.; and her much-loved daughters Sarah and Olivia Dexter.

A celebration of Diane Dexter’s life will be held on September 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 130 Main Street in Montpelier.

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Over the past 18 months, Michele received excellent care at Project Independence and UVM Medical Center.

Hope Hospice and Palliative Care helped care for her in Rhode Island, and Addison County Home Health & Hospice provided phenomenal care when we brought her home to Vermont. Following a sudden, severe illness last October, she was primarily cared for by her family, nurse Randy Dobbins, and several loving and attentive caregivers.

The family will be holding an informal gathering to honor Michele on Saturday, September 23. We’ll share some of her favorite foods, sit around and talk a bit, turn on a microphone at about 2 p.m. for anyone who’d like to say a few words, catch up with each other, maybe take a walk, and above all enjoy the afternoon. Just the sort of thing Michele would want us to do. If Michele ever touched your heart, please join us. Please email Dick at forman@middlebury. edu for details.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in her memory to Project Independence/ Elderly Services, PO Box 581, Middlebury, VT 05753 and/ or Addison County Home Health & Hospice, PO Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753. And please hug your kids, play with the dog and be nice to a teacher or two.

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1962-2017, BARTON Roger Ernest Berard, 55, also known as Beige, Raji, Jammie Man, Smoothie and Poppi, passed away on August 22, 2017, in his childhood home in Barton, surrounded by his loving family after a short yet fierce battle with pancreatic cancer. He is now reunited in the mysterious beyond with his wife, Loli, and firstborn son, Jason.

Born on August 21, 1962, in Newport to Gilles Berard and Jeannine Vezina Berard, Poppi always marched to the beat of his own drum.

A musician extraordinaire with perfect pitch, Poppi was a drummer since the age of 13, when he joined his mother’s country-rock band, the Shangri Las. His love for music led him through life; he played in several bands including St. Elmo’s Kettle Band, Magnum, Fingertalk, Free Fall, Science Fixion and Zero Gravity, along with various jazz trios and quartets. He toured around the country and the world, eventually ending up in Burlington, playing regularly at Nectar’s in the early ’80s.

It was in Burlington that Poppi met the love of his life,

Loli, and they began their life and family together.

Poppi was a loyal employee of FedEx for 22 years, where his precision and efficiency were able to shine every day. In late December, the most stressful time of the year for many couriers, Poppi donned a red, striped hat with two jingle bells, delighting his customers and delivering joy wherever he walked.

An awesome father to his four children, Poppi’s home was always open and welcoming. He was generous and playful, quick with a quip and first to correct, laid-back yet here, there and everywhere. His heart was large and accepting, never holding on to any hard feelings or bothering with grudges. He simply loved spending time with people.

Roger, though gone from this physical world, will never leave the hearts of his parents, Jeannine and Gilles, his brother Paul, his sister Lynne, and his Uncle Pete. He is forever loved and adored by his remaining children, Roger, Lucas, and Sophia; his son-in-law Luke; and his grandson Cosimo.

His extended family and inlaws, his many friends near and dear, and most anyone who had the pleasure to have met him will miss his unique charm and incredible character.

In lieu of a service, Roger’s family and friends celebrate his life in every drum solo on a tabletop, crack of the pool balls, swing of the golf club, Ping-Pong match, batch of popcorn, every harmony (sung just right), and every gathering with music, laughter and love.

her work on education policy in the U.S., and her tireless service to history teachers across the country.

Michele treasured her connection to Vermont, but she was a global citizen — determined to understand and engage with the world around her. She was passionate about peoples’ history, peace, equity and social justice. She studied, worked and traveled extensively, from a Fulbright program in Senegal to meetings with the Japanese Education Ministry. Recognizing that the Arab world has been misrepresented in the West, Michele strived to help her students and her professional colleagues across the U.S. appreciate the richness of Arab history and culture. She studied Arabic at Ohio State University and at Middlebury College and then taught Arabic language and culture at Middlebury Union High School.

Michele’s involvement with a number of professional and academic organizations included serving as a longtime member and chair of a College Board Academic Advisory Committee, president of the World History Association (2006 to 2008), an AP World History Consultant, cowriter of the National World History Standards, a Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellow in the National Leadership Program for Teachers, and an Executive Committee member of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Michele completed an MEd at the University of Vermont and taught there briefly. She was awarded three honorary doctorates, including one from Middlebury College.

Michele was also dedicated to serving the community.

For many years, she and her young children made weekly visits to residents of the Helen Porter Nursing Home.

She also helped start the first infant car seat program at Porter, served a term as president of the Porter Auxiliary, was in the first group of local Hospice Volunteers and served on Court Diversion panels.

Michele was an avid crosscountry skier who often rode her bike to work when there was no snow. Silver Lake was a favorite hiking destination.

She sewed elaborate teddy bears for new babies, and

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he Governor’s House in Hyde Park was built in 1893 by Vermont’s 43rd governor, Carroll S. Page, to resemble a house erected more than a century earlier — the Georgian home of poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in Cambridge, Mass. The mansion’s current owner, Suzanne Boden, also uses the premises to invoke a bygone era and a literary legacy. Her exquisitely restored eightbedroom bed-and-breakfast serves as the setting for Jane Austen weekends — an immersive experience for the sense and sensibility of those who wish to temporarily hang out in a 19th-century novel.

Haven’t read all six — or perhaps any — of Austen’s published novels? Missed all the Jane Austen-related TV and film productions, including 27 new releases over the past decade? No idea what the Regency period is? Not a problem. The naïve and experienced alike may still enjoy, and perhaps even revel in, this three-day event billed as a “leisurely weekend of literary-inspired diversions for every Jane Austen devotee.”

July 17 marked the 200th anniversary of the British novelist’s death at age 41.

Consequently, this year there have been even more Austen-centric gatherings, tours and parties than usual. Yet her contemporary fans are legion, including more than 5,000 dues-paying members of the Jane Austen Society of North America. Among many annual events, they attend the celebration in Bath, England — the author’s hometown — and the Jane Austin Festival, which organizers call “the largest Jane Austen event in North America,” held in Louisville, Ky. For the past decade, Boden has done her part: About four times a year, she welcomes “Janeites” to honor the foremother of the modern-day romance novel.

At a recent Pride and Prejudicethemed Austen weekend, six guests arrived at the Governor’s House on a sweltering Friday afternoon and checked into their spacious rooms. This reporter was among them.

“There are about eight things you need to know,” Boden informed us. Each one pertained to forgoing many modern amenities and adjusting to conditions typical of Austen’s time. The fireplace bricks might impede the Wi-Fi signal,

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she cautioned. Keeping the windows shut with curtains drawn during the day would make the air-conditioner-free house cooler. Electronic devices (other than cameras) should be left in one’s room.

This simplified lifestyle is precisely what drew Joan Haslett and her daughter, Mary Johnson, both from Chittenden County, to register for the weekend. The duo had attended two of Boden’s other offerings: an afternoon tea and a “Downton Abbey” lecture. This time they signed up because they knew that the inn, with its wide hallways, cozy parlors and gracious back porch, was conducive to reading and relaxing.

When the weekend’s scheduled carriage rides and croquet game were cancelled due to downpours, Johnson admitted, “I don’t mind. It’s really nice just to stay inside and knit.”

Other attendees booked the event expressly for the chance to meet each other and share their love of all things Austen. Knowing how much she loved Pride and Prejudice, Sara Smedberg’s

husband gifted her the weekend as a 35th birthday present.

The registered nurse and mother of three from central Massachusetts said she was looking forward to “having time to herself.” But Smedberg later commented, “When I wanted to be social, it was lovely to share in the experience and each other’s knowledge.”

Ginger Coon, a 42-year-old children’s librarian from Baton Rouge, La., booked her stay at the Governor’s House last January. Her inspiration, she said, was the film Austenland about a woman who visits an Austen-themed resort.

And, as Coon put it, “All these crazy things happen to her.” She said she had wondered whether any place like that actually existed. When she googled her question, Coon recalled, “This place popped up.”

In addition to the Pride and Prejudice event, she also registered for the following week’s In Character Weekend. In preparation, Coon took an online sewing course and stitched two Regency-style gowns — a day dress and a ball gown.

Donning these throughout the weekend, Coon said she aimed to portray Anne Elliot from Austen’s novel Persuasion.

Why that character? “Because, like me, she’s old and single,” Coon replied.

“And sensible,” added Boden, invoking the complex and intelligent women who populate Austen’s novels. “Perhaps too sensible for her own good.”

The five senses provided the theme for Boden’s Friday-night lecture, attended by both her weekend guests and drop-in customers. After serving pitchers of ice tea and sangria with homemade lemon squares, cheeses and crackers, the host began a talk that introduced the smells, sounds, customs and aspects of daily life in Regency-era England.

The Regency was so named for a period when King George III — the one who lost the American colonies — became deranged and was deemed unfit to rule. His elder son, George IV, ruled as the prince regent (the king’s proxy) from 1811 until his father’s death in 1820.

This era is the setting for all of Austen’s novels, and, consequently, it

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is Boden’s favorite. “I love the clothes [simplified flowing gowns]; I love the music [Beethoven and Schubert]; I love the food [platters of meats and vegetables and baked goods]; I love the furniture [circular tables with animal feet],” she said.

Boden’s vision began to take shape 10 years ago when, as she recalled, she was hanging her cutwork lace tablecloths to dry on the clothesline. Surrounded by

opportunities to use a goose quill pen — the kind Austen used — and, on the final morning, the chance to match wits with Boden’s 52-question Pride and Prejudice-themed quiz.

For returning attendee Bonnie Britz, who recently retired from teaching English as a second language in Brooklyn, the quiz was a chance to top her prior score. “First time I took it, I thought, I know I’m going to win this

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— I must have watched the movie seven times,” she said, admitting that she did abysmally. To date, the highest score is 98 of a possible 104. Britz scored the highest in the weekend’s group with an 89, allowing her to select a prize from items Boden had arranged on the mantel. Britz selected a mouse pad inscribed with a passage from Austen’s novel Emma.

Meanwhile, those with the lowest scores earned a Pride and Prejudicethemed bookmark. And, Boden pointed out, “You get to read the book again.”

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her laundry outside her historic home, with Mozart wafting from the windows, she might have been in another time.

She remembered thinking, Hmm … I could be Jane Austen.

About the third or fourth time she had that thought, Boden said, she wondered if there were others who felt that way — or, more accurately, wanted to feel that way. So she looked online and discovered that, aside from the annual festivals, nothing seemed to suit what she sought. So Boden created a series of weekends, each focused on a particular Austen title.

In addition to the Regency-inspired physical environment, Boden’s weekend devotees are treated to period meals, including an afternoon tea and informal lectures on etiquette and history, supplemented with readings and illustrations from her vast reference collection. In addition, there is stimulating conversation, instruction in some of the card games Austen’s characters played,

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their city’s new role as a center of the modern-day civil rights movement.

It was during this time that Brooklynbased Theater of War Productions was asked to do a play in Ferguson. Company cofounder Bryan Doerries had his reservations.

His company is best known for its eponymous “Theater of War” project,

which presents staged readings of Greek plays to military members, veterans and their communities. To Doerries, Greek theater is “a technology as refined as the iPhone. When plugged into the right audience, the empathy created is astounding.”

But the tensions in Ferguson were so high that he was hesitant to take on the project. “We’ve performed our work in

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Listeners within range of the tower’s 100-watt signal will finally be able to pick up WBTV at 99.3 on their FM dials. After nearly a year of exclusively online programming, the station will broadcast live from its studio at the RETN & VCAM MEDIA FACTORY on Flynn Avenue this Friday and Saturday, September 8 and 9.

Nearly seven years in the making, WBTV is the passion project of local radio luminaries and longtime DJs LLU MULVANEY-STANAK, MELO GRANT and the late LJ PALARDY, among others. It operates collaboratively with a trio of similarly community-oriented BTV media

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he HOPKINS CENTER FOR THE ARTS at Dartmouth College opens its new performing arts season with an ancient Greek tragedy.

Theater of War Productions presents Antigone in Ferguson, a staged reading of Sophocles’ Antigone that was first performed in Ferguson, Mo. It’s a traditional rendering of the play with one notable exception: The performers collaborated with St. Louis Community Gospel Choir director Phil Woodmore, who composed original music to accompany the piece.

The choir functions as the Greek chorus; in Hanover, the DARTMOUTH COLLEGE GOSPEL CHOIR joins the Phil Woodmore Singers.

The 2014 shooting of 18-year-old African American Michael Brown by white police officer Darren Wilson ignited the Black Lives Matter movement, exacerbated racial divides and left the town of Ferguson experiencing a collective trauma. There were protests, riots and endless news coverage. Spectacular headlines and talking heads compelled the nation to pick a side: community or law enforcement. Meanwhile, residents of the St. Louis suburb grappled with

super-max prisons, Gitmo [Guantanamo Bay detention camp], in Japan for Fukushima survivors,” Doerries said in a phone interview, “but trying to filter the conversation about community-police relations at that moment seemed really intimidating.”

About a year and a half after the shooting, Doerries finally decided to go to Ferguson with a staged reading of Antigone. It was performed at Brown’s high school.

Theater of War Productions has a Midas touch when it comes to bringing works of classic Greek theater to life. Doerries does the translation, which keeps the language accessible without altering the spirit of the play.

He emphasized, “We don’t do concept shows. We let the Greek plays speak for themselves.”

The company claims a network of more than 200 notable actors, including some Hollywood stars. The cast in Hanover features Tracie Thoms, Zach Grenier, Duane Foster, Marjolaine Goldsmith and Willie Woodmore.

Doerries described the collective as “committed to the radical idea that the audience knows more than we do about the text.”

He continued, “If I had two lives to live, I would live fully in the first life and study the Greeks in the second. The prerequisite for knowing antiquity is having lived the extremities of life.”

created and curated locally, dedicated to the free and creative exchange of ideas and culture, and reflective of the diversity of our city.”

“This is real, grassroots radio,” says Grant. She sees WBTV as an extension of other community stations in the area, such as fellow low-power FM stations WOMM 105.9 the RADIATOR, WWPV 88.7 the MIKE at Saint Michael’s College and WRUV 90.1 at the University of Vermont. Grant has been involved with the UVM station for more than three decades.

She explains that a key component of WBTV’s vision is to reflect a broad range of ideas and backgrounds through similarly diverse programming. That means the station’s schedule will include an eclectic mix of shows. For example, the current lineup features DJ LIVE’s electronic music showcase “On Beat”; “Blockbuster,” whose host RYAN DUNLEAVY reviews Hollywood flicks and assesses their cultural impact; and DOM THE BARBER’s variety show “First Barber on Mars.”

The station also broadcasts the nationally syndicated talk show “Democracy Now.” Future plans include a talk show hosted by members of Black Lives Matter Vermont and foreign-language shows hosted by folks from Burlington’s New American community.

“Our goal is to be complementary to the other community stations in the area, but also to be very different,” says Mulvaney-Stanak, a self-professed “radio nerd” who, like Grant, has a long relationship with WRUV.

sugarbush.com That life experience is crucial to what Doerries called the most important part of the production: the postshow discussion. It’s not your average talkback with variations on the question “How did you memorize all those lines?” Theater of War’s actors are not allowed to discuss their process at all.

Rather, Doerries specifically invites “representatives from different walks of life, who are asked to respond to what they have just seen or heard,” as a way of guiding the discussion with the general public.

There is much to respond to in Antigone in Ferguson, especially given the presence of gospel music, which Doerries described as “moving, virtuosic and sacred.” It’s what makes Antigone in Ferguson a unique production. “To me, what’s inspirational about the project is how the people of Ferguson really own it,” Doerries said.

Indeed, the city has imprinted itself on the show. One member of the choir, who was Brown’s middle school teacher, sings alongside a lieutenant in the police force. “It’s a vehicle for them to express something that they need to say to one another,” Doerries said.

He was quick to point out that the story of Ferguson has come to stand for debates over police and community relations throughout the nation, “especially in a state that runs as deep red as New Hampshire can,” Doerries

said. Referring to this summer’s white supremacist demonstration in Virginia, he added, “Charlottesville is a rural, almost bucolic town. There is no place in America where this conversation doesn’t need to happen.”

To be sure, most people in the country have already talked about what happened in Ferguson — and other cities where black citizens have died at the hands of white police. But Doerries argued that these conversations have rarely been productive, making efforts such as Antigone in Ferguson crucial.

“Theater cannot be scaled up to be the answer to Twitter,” he said, “but it’s the answer to Twitter.”

Doerries further suggested that Greek theater is particularly useful to achieve his goal of genuine conversation. “Because the plays were written 2,500 years ago, we can relate to these ideas of authority and breaching authority and abuse of power without anyone feeling accused,” he said.

“The play still triggers genuine feelings in all of us. Suffering has the power to democratize. When we share an experience of suffering,” Doerries concluded, “then we can talk.” m

Mulvaney-Stanak has been a driving force behind bringing WBTV to life since the project’s inception. The veteran DJ serves as the chair of the station’s board, the so-called LPFM Core Group — aka the Red Tape Committee — which includes members from VCAM, RETN and Channel 17. MulvaneyStanak is also VCAM’s development and outreach manager.

“Low-power stations, very intentionally, are supposed to be local and community focused,” Mulvaney-Stanak says, likening the station’s limited broadcast power to the range of a household light bulb. “It’s about returning the airwaves to the people. And that aligns with our mission at VCAM: to provide community access to media.”

In addition to serving the listening public with an array of locavore programming, WBTV has an educational function: to train community members on the ins and outs of radio.

“When people leave our training programs, the goal is that they could walk into a station anywhere in the country and be a DJ,” says Mulvaney-Stanak.

The station has very few restrictions on the kinds of shows it will broadcast.

Essentially, applicants simply need to show that they have an idea for a program that jibes with the station’s guiding principles and commit to being active members of the WBTV community. Beyond that, pretty much anything goes — within persnickety FCC regulations, of course.

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Feedback « P.7 poverty in Vermont? Apparently personal dog stories are more pressing. How many pages were dedicated to that subject, and how many to child poverty?

This subject really cuts to who we are as Vermonters. That the issue would be “Vermont tries to cut childhood poverty in half by a certain date” speaks volumes about where our priorities are as a state and a people. How can we tolerate one child living in this condition? Is there an acceptable number of children living in poverty here? Implicit in this article is the answer: yes.

Does anyone really feel OK in his or her daily economic pursuits when this situation exists? I think it speaks to a bankrupt philosophy and the bankrupt political ideologies of the two main parties. If there was ever an issue on which to throw out the Republicans and Democrats and start voting strictly for Progressives... Children living in poverty! Shame on all of us, especially those with money and privilege.

Vermont is not an exceptional place.

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[Re Fair Game, August 9]: The Public Utility Commission’s mission “is to ensure the provision of high-quality public utility services in Vermont at minimum reasonable costs, consistent with the long-term public good of the state.”

Climate change is a slowly unfolding, staggering human health disaster. Spend some time scanning reputable news, NGO and government reports, and that message is painfully loud and clear. Even the Pentagon’s threat analysis of climate change holds blockbuster health messages — imagine the ripple effects when incredibly large numbers of people globally are forced from their homes. Or when farming and food distribution are seriously disrupted all over the planet, as is already happening in parts of Africa and other places today.

Isn’t it obvious that prudent wind and solar development here in Vermont is in the long-term public good? For Gov. Phil Scott and Anthony Roisman to throttle back development now is both incredibly sad and highly irrational. Besides the moral arguments and the fact that these investments create local jobs, Vermont

communities will not be immune from the massive direct and indirect costs of climate change.

Down the road, I suspect our children and grandchildren will look at local wind and solar installations and think they are quite beautiful — because they show that Vermonters had the collective wisdom to act decisively in the long-term public good.

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I am extremely disappointed with the article “Milton Students Return to Racial Turmoil” [August 30] — from the headline, which is more suited for the National Enquirer, to the incorrect facts and the lack of information covered.

Though I am not denying that racism happens in the school district, it needs to be dealt with in a more progressive way than it has been in the past. A big part of the turmoil is between the community and its lack of trust in the school board.

The latter has not been transparent, and it’s been unable to hear and work with the community to improve the situation.

Since June, the community has requested a forum to discuss racism happening in schools; instead they got a forum on the policies in place and only 15 minutes for community comments.

The ethnicity of Katrina Battle, one of the founding members of Milton Inclusion & Diversity Initiative, was incorrect in the story. Katrina is biracial, and one can only assume that the color of her skin was used to determine the incorrect “African American” identity she was assigned. The article left out the hard work her organization has been doing, with support of the town, the Milton Education and Support Association, Milton Community Youth Coalition, and Milton Family Community Center.

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A copy of Seven Days was left in our Airbnb accommodation, and I was interested to read about the refugee families taking taxis to the Canadian border, where they were farewelled by supportive Vermonters and welcomed by Canadian officials [Last 7, “Bienvenue?” August 9] The story in my country is very different.

Asylum seekers who attempt to arrive by boat are intercepted and forced back to their last country of departure — usually Indonesia.

If that isn’t possible, they are detained indefinitely in camps in the Pacific on Nauru or Papua New Guinea. Many languish there for years with no hope of reaching Australia and little chance of resettlement elsewhere.

Their mental health outcomes are dire, with self-harm and despair rampant.

You may hear about Australia’s tough border security policies, but don’t forget that they come at a terrible human cost.

The only crimes most of these people have committed is to have fled persecution and sought a better life for their families elsewhere. Like in your country, not everyone supports the government’s approach.

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Dear Cecil,

Why are increases in gas prices often so abrupt and large, while decreases are small and incremental? Where I live, we’ve had two six- to ten-cent increases in the last two weeks, all happening on one day. But earlier this summer, I’d note one- to two-cent drops once every day or three at just about every local station. And why, during these increases, are the stations often in lockstep, yet when they’re falling they get pretty far out of whack with each other?

—John DiFool, via the Straight Dope Message Board stations. Crude oil prices and refining costs tend to account for about 70 percent of what drivers wind up paying. So you’d expect there to be some proportionality to the oil-gas price relationship, and there generally is — crude rises, prices at the pump adjust upward; crude falls, pump prices decrease.

When the numbers don’t track as closely, that’s called asymmetric pass-through.

(We stipulate that there’s some debate over whether price asymmetry in the gasoline market is really a big deal.

The phenomenon you observe, John, obviously exists.

Consider, though, the research of analyst J.D. Karrenbrock (back in the ’90s, but still): If wholesale gasoline prices went up by 10 cents one month, he found, average retail prices would jump up by about 7 cents that month, then 3 cents more the next. If the wholesale price

dropped 10 cents, conversely, pump prices would go down just 3 cents that same month, but another 7 in the month following. So retail prices did fall more slowly, but there wasn’t any meaningful asymmetry, Karrenbrock argued — after two months it was a wash.)

As I say, the easiest explanation is basically correct, but, this being a complex market, there are other factors in play.

The lag in price reduction may reflect gas station operators’ need to sell out of the more expensive stuff they’ve already bought before restocking with cheaper gas, only then passing along the lower price to consumers. Sellers aren’t acting in a vacuum, either; they do this because buyers will accept it.

When gas prices head up, drivers will reliably seek out the cheapest gas around. When prices fall again, though, they do less comparison shopping,

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ere’s a question where the most obvious answer, and the most cynical, is pretty much the correct one.

Say you’re a gas station operator, John. If you’re seeing crude oil costs rise, you’ll want to promptly adjust the prices you charge at the pump to make sure your margin is secure.

Seeing crude fall? Hey, no need to be hasty; if your prices take a little while to float back down, well, that’s money in your pocket.

There’s actually an econ term for this — “rockets and feathers,” describing prices that shoot up rapidly but decline slowly — and a pretty robust body of economics thought surrounding it. The issue we’re looking at is what’s known as pass-through, which refers to how so-called upstream costs, in this case the price of crude, affect downstream prices at gas

which keeps pressure off station operators to rush their pricing back down. As one expert put it to the Los Angeles Times, “If every consumer kept searching for the best price, this asymmetry would likely pretty much go away.”

It also depends on the station, which gets us to the second part of your question.

The owner of the only gas station at a highway exit has less incentive to hurry up and lower her prices than the three competing stations at another exit 50 miles up the road, who are all trying to pull in the same customers. A 2008 study of gas prices in southern California found that having a rival nearby did in fact restrain stations’ tendency toward rockets-andfeathers behavior. Consider, too, the type of station. Is it also a convenience store? Those tend to make the most of their money on non-gas items, meaning they can afford to be among the first to reduce prices when wholesale costs drop — they’ve got a cushion.

These are short-term fluctuations, of course — we’re seeing a price spike now following Hurricane Harvey’s disruption of Houston-centered gas production facilities — and there’s plenty more ink to be spilled

about price variation over a longer time frame. Prices rise in the summer, for instance, not just because road-trippers produce more demand but because we’re pumping a different product: The Environmental Protection Agency mandates what’s called summer blend gas, a pricier variety formulated to reduce evaporation into the ozone during warmer months.

There’s geography, too: Stations closer to refineries benefit from lower distribution costs and thus can charge less; and of course taxes vary by state, which is why gas is a good deal cheaper in South Carolina, for instance, than in North Carolina.

The larger context here, though, is that current gas prices are historically low — for a number of reasons, including an increasing gulf between supply and demand, which has been dropping as fuel efficiency improves and electric cars gain ground. Remember the hubbub over peak oil? Supply anxiety seems almost retro at the moment; these days there may be more concern about peak oil demand — if you’re an oil company, that is. The rest of us should probably just enjoy it while it lasts.

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“Hey, I want to thank you so much for driving me today,” he said. “I’m so afraid of driving on the right side of the road, I’d be a nervous wreck when I got there.”

“In Ireland they drive on the left?” I asked.

“They do, but I’ve only been living there three months. I’m originally from South Africa, which is also a left-driving country.”

“Yes, I heard that in your voice.

Certainly, no Irish brogue there,” I said with a chuckle. “Have you moved permanently to Ireland, or are you there on a work stint?”

“No, we’ve moved permanently, my wife and I. Sadly, South Africa is going into the toilet. Corruption and crime are rife. When we turned the country over to the blacks, it was like a Mercedes Benz. And now it’s a jalopy. I’m just being honest.”

My ears perked up at Angus’ pronunciation of “blacks”: blecks. There’s something about the Afrikaner accent that I find chilling. I flashed on my college

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That is what I felt like saying but didn’t. It would have felt good to speak those words, cathartic, but it would have been unfair to Angus. I didn’t know him or the history and experience that forged his character. So instead I asked, “What did you think of Nelson Mandela?”

“Oh, that’s quite a story! Believe it or not, my wife, Enid, actually knew him.

This is not widely known, but when the authorities released him from the prison on Robben Island, he first spent quite a bit of time in a medical facility. And my wife was his nurse during this recovery period.

“She says he was the loveliest man she ever met. Nothing but appreciative to my wife and not bitter in the least. Which is fantastic, if you think about it. We have a handwritten letter Mr. Mandela wrote to Enid thanking her for the care she showed to him. He even mentions me in the letter, thanking me as well.”

“What a brush with history that was for your wife,” I said. “I’ve always considered Mandela the greatest statesman of the 20th century. What was your experience with apartheid, if I can ask you that?”

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“Well, my parents raised us to be colorblind, so I always hated the system. In the ’80s, I was in the South African navy, which was completely integrated as far as Indians and coloreds. Unfortunately, no blacks were allowed. The blacks were at the bottom of the food chain.”

Angus was a kind-hearted and wellmeaning man. I could now see that clearly. I wished I had more time with him to explore that whole business about “turning the country over to the blacks” and the “Mercedes and the jalopy.”

People are complicated, I reflected.

All of us are formed by the culture and society in which we’re raised. I’m certainly no exception to that. Well into the 2000s, I was in favor of “domestic partnerships” or “civil unions” for samesex couples but against gay marriage.

Something about men and women and their essential natures — it’s hard for me to even recall. Then one day, far too late in the game, I finally got woke: If marriage is about anything, it’s about love.

And when it comes to love, sexual orientation is entirely beside the point.

So, there’s hope for everyone, including me and Angus.

We reached my customer’s destination in Georgia. “You’ll pick me up back here at 4:30?” he asked.

“Absolutely,” I replied, thankful that an afternoon pickup wouldn’t necessitate a wake-up alarm. I was still recovering from the morning’s near fiasco. “On the way back, we can talk about Trevor Noah. He’s from South Africa, right?”

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I told him I wasn’t sure what that meant, but he didn’t look like a pimp.

Angus got the joke and laughed.

years listening to the song by the late, great Gil Scott-Heron: “What’s the word? / Tell me, brother, have you heard / From Johannesburg?”

“You didn’t ‘turn the country over to the blacks.’ You, the Afrikaners, subjugated the native people for 200 years, before they rose up and achieved their democratic rights. If not for the nearly unfathomable compassion and political skill of Nelson Mandela, your country might have seen bloodshed on an unspeakable scale.”

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Beautiful, I thought, stretching out my arms. Ten minutes before the alarm.

Like clockwork — forgive the pun — I inevitably arise minutes ahead of my alarm setting and turn off the disturbing buzzer, which blares like a deranged crow. Some ascribe this phenomenon to an “internal clock,” and, if that’s the explanation, mine operates to perfection.

In the next second, I utterly freaked out — Panic City.

Inexplicably, the previous night I had set the alarm for my actual pickup time at the local hotel rather than a half hour earlier. This was a brain fart of the loudest, smelliest order.

It was triage time. Obviously, I’d grab shoes and clothes, and that was about it. A shower was only for good boys and girls, not me. Ditto teeth brushing, a cup of coffee and meditation. Like a madman on a mission, I was out the door in 90 seconds flat, cranking up the taxi and speeding to the Courtyard Marriott.

Realizing I was going to be five minutes late, I called my customer to calmly inform him. That’s my aphorism: Never let them see you sweat.

“No problem,” he said. “I’ll be out in front when you get here. Thanks for letting me know.”

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arre Mayor Thom Lauzon steered his BMW behind a vacant store on North Main Street, then hopped out and grumbled: “I hate empty buildings. I’d rather let people use them for free than have them empty.”

He parked at the loading dock — an unusual place to start a tour with a reporter on an August afternoon — and surveyed the bleak surroundings on the backside of the Granite City’s downtown strip.

Before him was an abandoned structure known to locals as the Homer Fitts building. To his right was Downtown Rentals, which brokers cheap rooms. To his left, another empty edifice, and next to that, a 100-yearold, largely vacant brick building. At the southern end of the dilapidated block is where Vermont’s sole strip club, Planet Rock, and an erotic bookstore and head shop operate, to the chagrin of many in this historically Catholic municipality.

If Lauzon gets his wish, all of this real estate will be renovated or removed to make way for a $30 million project dubbed the Park Center, a development of high-end apartments, a grocery store, and a convention center and hotel.

“This could transform Barre,” he said of what would be the city’s largest development in recent history.

But Lauzon is not boosting this project on behalf of some developer; Park Center is his, and the volunteer mayor stands to make millions if he can convince local and state regulators to green-light it.

The project could be the crown jewel in Lauzon’s real estate empire — or a conflict of interest so glaring that it puts an end to the way he’s been doing business in Barre.

In the past 10 years, Lauzon has taken control of Barre’s government and simultaneously become its most prominent developer.

Lauzon and his allies have long controlled a majority on the city council, which appoints members of the Development Review Board and other local commissions. Barre’s paid city manager, nominally in charge of day-to-day municipal functions, is a longtime friend who credits Lauzon with persuading him to take the job.

Lauzon is even the landlord for his community’s newspaper, the Barre-Montpelier Times Argus. No one has bothered to run against him in his last five reelection bids.

Meanwhile, Lauzon has become the largest individual property owner in Barre. He and his wife, Karen, own dozens of properties, many of them downtown, with a combined assessed value of $8.7 million — 1.8 percent of the city’s grand list. The Lauzons rent space to Aubuchon Hardware and Dollar General stores, a trendy restaurant, a gym, offices, small industrial companies, and more than a dozen apartments. Lauzon also owns numerous vacant lots and storefronts sprinkled throughout the city.

His dual, arguably incompatible, roles were on display in June, when Lauzon strong-armed the city council to go into executive session — possibly in violation of the state’s open meeting law — to hear about his previously secret plans for Park Center. The public and press were kept out, and, in a subsequent VTDigger.org story, Barre City Councilor Sue Higby criticized the way Lauzon handled the situation.

“For me and many others, the key concern has been about transparency and what is very clearly a conflict of interest,” her colleague, Councilor Brandon Batham, told Seven Days. “It’s not an appropriate thing for him

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While the Park Center proposal has prompted ethical questions about Lauzon’s conduct, records show that his potential conflicts are not new. In the past several years, the moderate Republican, who has expressed some interest in seeking higher office, has frequently gone before not just the city council but also the Planning Commission, the Development Review

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town and fixed it up to rent. Their plan was to sell it once their son Alex, then 3, was 18, to fund his college tuition.

Instead they bought another property. And another.

Karen eventually quit her job as a pension services representative at National Life Group to manage the couple’s growing real estate portfolio. Daughter Miranda was born in 1993.

Through two dozen registered companies, the Lauzons now own 54 properties in Barre, according to city and state records, including a fire-damaged former bed-and-breakfast on Route 14. In addition, they have a commercial building in Berlin and a Burlington condo.

2 MORE Lauzon bought most of the properties at foreclosure auctions. One exception, the Victorian B&B, was obtained in a private transaction negotiated before it went on the market. Lauzon said he convinced the former owners to let it go for $85,000 so he and Karen could bring it back to life.

BARRE MAYOR Unlike some developers, Lauzon said he has little THOM LAUZON’S interest in architecture or design — he leaves that stuff CITY PROPERTIES to Karen. He makes an effort to portray her as an equal See them all online partner, much the way U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) at sevendaysvt.com incessantly invokes his wife — “Marcelle and I…” — at * Barre records list these every opportunity. properties as registered to 2 MORE On big difference: Last year Karen ran for a seat in Lauzon or one of his LLCs. the legislature against two incumbents representing Barre City and was handily defeated.

To Lauzon, buildings are investments. And he has one Lauzon, 56, looks like a CPA, and he is one. A bespectacled other — and Lauzon describes himself as a “Phil Scott rule, above all others, when deciding whether to purman of average height with a full head of neatly combed Republican” — but Lauzon said he was actually closer to chase a property: Buy low. brown hair, he owns the local accounting firm that Scott’s younger brother Chuck.

“In real estate, the only mistake you can’t recover After graduating from Spaulding High School, once employed him. His most distinctive physical from is paying too much,” Lauzon said.

Lauzon went to characteristic is a ready-for-radio voice, which But it’s about more than money, Karen said, explainSaint Michael’s sounds a bit like Alan Alda’s. ing what motivated the couple to stay in Barre.

College, where he He likes the sound of it, too, whether he’s LAUZON’S PROPERTIES Lauzon’s first high-profile project was the renovastudied accounting, talking about “making his first million” or how tion of the historic Aldrich Block building, which had and then took a job little sleep he requires: four hours a night. sat vacant for years. He struck a deal with two restauon Wall Street. On Although his last name is French Canadian, rateurs, who opened Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen on 5-Bedroom House there’s a touch of The Godfather in Lauzon, the first floor in 2013. He rents the second floor 58 Spaulding St. who moved from New Jersey to Vermont as a to the Times-Argus, as well as two apart$90,000 boy and has spent most of his life in Barre.

L A U Z O N ’S ments for more than $1,000 a month on P R O P E R T IE S For example, he keeps alive a rumor, which the third floor. is prevalent in Barre, that he torched the 2-Bedroom Split-Level House “It’s not always what we’re getting back Aldrich Block in 2010 and funded its renova67 Clifton St. monetarily.

It’s saving buildings; it’s being Dollar Gene tions with the insurance settlement — even $136,700 ral Store bu proud of what we do,” Karen said. ild in g 540 North M though police proved that two teenagers were ain St. Even his opponents begrudgingly acknowl$957,000 responsible. With this reporter in tow, Lauzon Single-Family Home edge that Lauzon is a skilled multitasker who’s Aldrich Block joked about the other buildings he’d “burned 125 Nelson St. been successful in most of his endeavors.

(Cornerstone down.” $346,000 Pub & Kitche “If he has an eye on achieving something, n; Times-Argus He also made it clear that he knew whom office) he’s going to do it or break a leg trying,” I was talking to and what I was asking them.

47 & 59 Nort former Barre mayor Peter Anthony said of the h Main St. $1.04 millio “It must be frustrating to go through all that pan man who beat him. “I’m very impressed at his perwork and not find anything because there’s Martin & Ass achievements.” ociates Law Firm, nothing there,” he said in a phone call that came out of a visit back to The Gym fo r W o m e n the blue on a weekend. The message was: You can’t make Barre to see his 100 North M ain St. parents, he went a move without me finding out about it. $211, 300 Lauzon knows all about Barre, too, and is a walking, out for a drink Barre has a “weak mayor” form of government. talking encyclopedia of the city’s challenges. Off the top at a local dive A full-time, professional city manager is of his head, he rattled off the amount of money the city bar, the long-defunct supposed to run the show. generates in parking fees, the number of probationers Bullwinkle’s. He saw Karen Champy, a local girl three years his junior, and asked her to dance.

Lauzon’s part-time electoral job comes with a $1,500 living in town and Barre’s average home sale price.

Their first date, a couple of days later, lasted stipend — that Lauzon doesn’t take — but no office or That last figure has gone up since the Lauzon family moved from Middletown, N.J., to Barre in 1963, when for 12 hours and ended with a visit to meet his phone. The only power is in presiding over city council meetings — making him essentially a first among equals his father, who worked for IBM, took a job setting up ailing grandfather.

Smitten, Lauzon moved home and took an account- on the council — and acting as a city spokesman at an IT system for the State of Vermont. Their home on Washington Street was within biking distance of ing job at Salvador and Babic, which is now his company. ribbon cuttings and minor ceremonies. future governor Phil Scott’s. The two men knew each To make extra money, he and Karen bought a house in Board and the Board of Civil Authority as a private developer.

He has asked for curb cuts, permission to knock down buildings and lower tax assessments. He has also scored at least $900,000 in grants and tax credits from the state and federal governments and successfully lobbied Vermont for money to improve sidewalks and other downtown infrastructure alongside property he owns.

Lauzon dismisses his critics, calling them “background noise” and “yipper dogs nipping at your heels.”

And he argues that what’s good for him is also good for Barre. The city of 9,000 has long been economically depressed, and Lauzon’s projects — specifically the renovation of the three-story Aldrich Block that hosts the popular Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen and the mixed-use City Place building — have made the downtown a livelier place than it was before he took office.

“If you have a concern about it, throw your hat in the ring, grow some balls and try to do something,” Lauzon said. “I haven’t failed Barre yet. I know how to get things done. No one else is turning over stones in Barre, trying to find projects. Am I the guy you want to cuddle with? No. That’s not who I am. But if you’re going out to play and you’re picking a team to win, you’re picking me.”

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Playing to Win « P.33 Lauzon joked that “nobody told him” he was meant to be a symbolic figurehead. “It’s what you make of it,” he said of the job. “I don’t know any other way to do things.”

Despite the lack of formal responsibilities, Lauzon has become deeply involved in Barre’s day-to-day affairs. He takes phone calls from people looking to do business in the city and arranges and attends meetings with state officials, financiers and businesspeople. When a high-risk sex offender recently moved to town, it was Lauzon who coordinated the response with local police and the Department of Corrections. The mayor has even been known to show up at fires in the middle of the night to offer support to victims.

One rainy day in July, he was scheduled to throw out the first pitch at that night’s Vermont Mountaineers baseball game. But it was pouring outside.

Surely the game would be canceled, I suggested. Lauzon paused, then looked me in the eye.

“I’m not a pussy,” he said sternly.

“We’re not pussies here.” He dutifully carried out his obligation, but the game later did get rained out.

Among Lauzon’s admirers is former Rutland mayor Chris Louras, who, as a full-time “strong mayor,” ran city hall, oversaw more than 100 employees and devoted all his working hours to municipal matters. Through the force of his charismatic personality, Lauzon has achieved similar influence in Barre, Louras said.

“It’s through sheer will and the fact that, in my opinion, he’s very successful at getting things done for his community,” Louras said. “Thom is just a persistent dude, and his personality fits his leadership style, so Barre appears to have a strong-mayor government.”

Louras, who lost his reelection bid in March, dismissed concerns about Lauzon’s various conflicts, saying that as long as he didn’t conceal his involvements, he was doing nothing wrong.

City Manager Steve Mackenzie, who served on the council with Lauzon, seconded that. “What’s your point? What’s the issue?” Mackenzie said. “He’s a dynamic and visionary individual. He seems to have the energy of any 10 people I know. And he’s got to be the most networked guy I’ve seen in my life. I don’t see where Thom has abused the relationship.

To whatever extent he has benefited personally, the city has benefited as well.”

Records show the Lauzons have made at least a dozen appearances in the past six years before various Barre boards and commissions, many of whose members the mayor had a hand in appointing.

For example, in 2014, Lauzon got permission from the Development Review Board to demolish a building he owns on Washington Street. He did the same thing in 2012 with a home on Elm Street.

This year, the DRB approved his request to move the curb cut on a commercial parcel he owns on Elm. Lauzon sits on the Board of Civil Authority, which decides tax assessment appeals on residential and commercial properties in Barre. Records show he has recused himself on votes regarding properties he owns, but not those involving the homes and businesses of others.

The board doesn’t always give Lauzon what he wants: In 2014, it denied his request to lower assessments on two of his properties — one vacant, the other a parking lot.

In June, Lauzon protested the Barre tax assessor’s decision to dramatically increase the value of a commercial building he owns; a recent addition had motivated the assessor to bump it from $485,000 to $995,000. Lauzon complained to the assessor that the change in size was

overstated — in the end, the assessor signed off on $786,000, and Lauzon never appealed the decision to the BCA. The same month, Lauzon went before the Planning Commission, which is rewriting Barre’s zoning regulations, to suggest that it allow for more dense development on some residential parcels. Lauzon told the members that he is considering building a cluster of tiny houses on at least one of his properties.

“It always does seem when he comes either before the city council or Planning Commission and is talking about a project, his land is involved, too,” Planning Commission chair Jackie Calder said.

“I don’t think he has any more influence than anyone else, but he’s always there; he always has a voice. Sometimes he makes a good point.”

Lauzon said his self-interest isn’t problematic because he has never hidden it. When he first ran for mayor in 2006 and unseated Anthony in a landslide, Lauzon was already a developer and property owner.

“Would you want a mayor who doesn’t want to invest in the community?” Lauzon asked.

Lauzon leases space to the TimesArgus — he bought the paper’s old

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Barre was once the Winooski of Vermont. When demand for its granite was at its peak and the quarries were operating at full capacity, it was the most diverse city in the state. Barre has since struggled to maintain population and stay economically vital, while neighboring Montpelier has fared better.

State government has turned out to be a more reliable source of employment.

Downtown Barre is still pockmarked with empty storefronts years after a “renaissance” that didn’t fully deliver.

The Washington County criminal courthouse and a few state government office buildings account for much of the downtown’s daytime traffic.

Lauzon wants to change that. He has quietly spent much of the past year laying the groundwork for the Park Center project, which would revitalize a moribund block hemmed in by North Main Street, Keith Avenue and Summer Street. Some existing buildings would be knocked down, and others refurbished.

The backbone of the project, Lauzon insisted, is housing.

It calls for 30 upscale apartments — the kind that would go for more than $2,000 a month in Burlington but around $1,200 in Barre. He hopes to draw young professionals working at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont in Berlin and National Life Group in Montpelier who want to live in a walkable downtown “If you want to rebuild a downtown today, you don’t start with retail,” Lauzon said. “You start with housing.”

The building Lauzon owns, the former home of the Homer Fitts department store, would be knocked down to make way for a five-story hotel and convention center.

Lauzon said he has secured an option to buy the Worthen Block, on North Main Street, along with another vacant building, that would be the site of the housing.

It is hard to find anyone in Barre who thinks the project itself is a bad idea.

Even Lauzon’s detractors on the city council like it.

“I’m excited that Thom Lauzon, the private developer, is pursuing that,” Batham said. “He has a track record of success.”

But the way Lauzon unveiled his plans raised ethical concerns. He informed the council that he wanted to make a presentation — but on his terms, behind closed doors.

Lauzon told its members they could not take notes or discuss what they learned.

“I hope you understand that, and, if you don’t, you have to leave,” Lauzon said, according to VTDigger.org.

The council then voted on whether or not to go into executive session.

Lauzon did not recuse himself — in fact, he led the meeting. The council voted 4-1, with Batham abstaining, to retreat behind closed doors.

The dissenting vote came from Councilor Higby, who pushed back against the plan for a closed-door discussion when Lauzon notified the council of it days prior to the meeting.

“He called me and told me he was going to go ahead and that I didn’t know anything about real estate development,” Higby said. “It was a huge mistake. Yes, he did violate the public meeting law. And if you have to go into executive session to prevent the public from knowing what the project is, it shows weak leadership. You’re showing your project isn’t strong enough to stand on its own.”

Lauzon’s secret session consisted of a 90-minute PowerPoint presentation to the council and a handpicked crowd of about a dozen people, including two state commissioners. Lauzon argued that it was proper because he was merely giving a background briefing and was not — at least not yet — asking councilors for anything.

Why do it at all?

Lauzon said he didn’t want to tip his hand to property owners who might hold out for a higher price if they knew that developers had big dreams for their land.

“If you want a project to flop, let the world know what you’re doing before you have all the moving parts,” he said.

There is no law or regulation on the books that prevents Lauzon from

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building, along the Winooski River just outside downtown, in 2013.

Times-Argus editor Steve Pappas said the paper has not changed the way it writes about Lauzon because he’s the landlord.

“We made a decision very early that we could not let that interfere with our coverage of him,” Pappas said, noting that the paper has published numerous critical editorials about Lauzon. “He has so many things going on in the community that we couldn’t hold back at all.”

Even if it were possible to avoid Lauzon, Pappas said, it would be bad for business.

“We sell more papers and get more hits when Thom Lauzon mouths off,” Pappas said. “People either hate Thom or they are grateful for him. He’s a conundrum.”

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Playing to Win « P.35 playing dual roles as developer and mayor, Secretary of State Jim Condos said.

Condos referred Seven Days to Barre’s conflict-of-interest policy. Enacted in 2009, it calls for officials to disclose their potential conflicts and act “fairly, objectively and in the public interest.”

“Most of the policies leave it up to the individuals to decide whether they have a conflict or not,” Condos said, declining to discuss Lauzon in detail. “It’s not up to the boards to decide. I know Thom is one of the biggest landowners in town, and, depending on how it’s handled, it could seem to be a problem, but I don’t know if it is.”

In interviews, Lauzon said he has not violated Barre’s policy. He explained his actions this way: The year of planning, buying options on properties, studying economics and drawing up plans for the project was the work of Thom Lauzon, private citizen. The act of calling for an executive session was the work of Thom Lauzon, public official.

Days after the executive session, Lauzon briefly changed his mind about that.

He announced that he would back away from the project and proposed a far-fetched idea: that the city should appoint a 10-member development team to lead the effort.

Lauzon was no doubt recalling what happened with City Place, his last development of this scale, in 2014.

Then, as now, Lauzon secured options to buy properties on a listless block of North Main Street in the heart of Barre and dreamed of creating a mixeduse project to revitalize it.

He wooed former governor Peter Shumlin and other state leaders to secure two key tenants — the Agency of Education and the Agency of Human Services — to make City Place financially viable.

That was a conflict of interest, and Lauzon realized it.

“I fully recognized that I needed to hand that project off,” he said. “I can’t profit from it, can’t be an owner while I’m sitting in the governor’s office saying, ‘Will you sign a multiyear lease and promote our downtown?’”

He transferred his options to the city, without being compensated, but as mayor worked to see the project through.

In the end, Lauzon said his critics “were very comfortable with my intentions and my integrity and how I got things done. City Place worked.”

In addition to the state offices that bring workers — and lunch customers

Barre Mayor Thom Lauzon meeting with housing officials and Barre residents in 2013

— to Barre, the building now hosts a Positive Pie pizzeria and an office for Edward Jones Investments.

RECUSE ME Lauzon could have gone the same route with Park Center. But within days of the executive session, he had changed his mind again. Instead of divesting, as he did with City Place, he hired Brattleboro’s M&S Development to help shepherd the project. The company provides professional expertise — and political cover — for the mayor.

The firm’s president, Bob Stevens, hopes to have plans for Park Center wrapped up, and tenants secured, within six months.

In an interview, Stevens said the project would need lots of help from the government — state and local. Developers will seek tax credits, especially the stateadministered New Markets Tax Credit, which provides aid to projects that create jobs in struggling downtowns.

City Place received $10 million through the program.

“If we don’t get that, we don’t do that project,” Stevens said.

M&S will likely hit up Barre City Hall for support, too, Stevens said.

The hope is to use Barre’s Tax Increment Financing District funding to get the city to build a parking garage to support the development.

TIF districts are used to stimulate private investment by financing public infrastructure projects. Cities take out bonds to pay for infrastructure, which theoretically increases property values throughout the district. The taxes generated by those upgrades go toward paying off the bonds.

Such financing would have to be approved by the city council.

“We would work with the city,” Stevens said. “We think it needs a parking garage, and we think the parking garage should be a municipal function.”

The potential for conflict is clear.

Plus, Lauzon lobbied hard to get Barre to create the TIF district, which was formalized in 2013. Did he have any idea then how useful it could be to him?

People either hate Thom or they are grateful for him. He’s a conundrum.

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Lauzon didn’t have this project in mind when he pushed for it, he said. If Park Center applies for TIF funding, Lauzon vowed that he would recuse himself from the council’s vote.

Meanwhile, councilors should help or get out of the way, according to Lauzon. “The city has nothing in the queue. Thom has something he would like to advance,” the mayor said, speaking about himself in the third person. “I don’t see how that hurts the council.”

Lauzon has options. He likes to tell people that he is rich enough, and close enough to retirement age, to walk away from his responsibilities whenever he wants.

He’s been mentioned as a possible candidate for lieutenant governor in 2018 — largely because he hasn’t said anything to stop the speculation. He’s also suggested that he might step aside as mayor when his term ends next year.

In late August, Lauzon attended a gubernatorial press conference that was held along a brook in Barre that had flooded two years prior. The goal was to tout the rebuilding effort and the state’s efforts to prevent future disaster. When he took the podium, Lauzon stayed on message about his community’s resiliency.

In later exchanges with reporters, however, the mayor discussed his own future. He wondered aloud if a run for statewide office would be compatible with his temperament.

“Phil Scott is one of the nicest, hardest-working people I know, and I look at the shit he goes through and he lets roll off his back, and I’m not like that,” Lauzon told reporters. “That’s one of my concerns. How would I respond? In the Facebook era, when people are constantly needling — that’s what I think about.”

After the August press conference concluded and Scott’s entourage trickled out, Lauzon was back in mayoral mode, lecturing about the opiate crisis, low-income housing, his enemies on the city council and, inevitably, plans for his properties.

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n 1993, Burlington’s South End could have been better described as gritty than up-and-coming. Pine Street was lined with postindustrial warehouses and a smattering of businesses. But after a trio of artists teamed up to put on a tiny art festival in the hood, things began to change.

Artists Melanie Putz Brotz, Jon Roberts and Ellen Lake organized the first-ever South End Art Hop on October 11, 1993. Businesses and studios from Union Station at the foot of Main Street to the Cheese Outlet — in the building that now houses ArtsRiot — became temporary galleries for the three-hour event. Thirty locations participated, exhibiting artists such as Katharine Montstream, Lars Fisk and Gina Carrera.

And some 300 people hopped, meeting creative types and soaking up South End funkiness.

What started as a single evening of art appreciation organized by community members turned into a giant celebration coordinated by the South End Arts and Business Association, which took the reins in 1994. Now in its 25th year, Art Hop includes three days of open studios, a juried show, outdoor sculpture, a Kids Hop, the STRUT fashion show, live music, numerous food vendors and ancillary parties.

Since 2013, the festival attracts an estimated 30,000 visitors annually, who hop among 115 locations along the Pine Street corridor from Flynn Avenue to Main Street. This year’s Art Hop, which runs Friday through Sunday, September 8 through 10, is likely to meet or exceed those numbers.

Clearly, much has changed in a quarter century. Until 1998, Art Hop’s

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juried show was held in a train car parked in front of the Maltex Building.

Though a charming visual reminder of the area’s industrial past, the car was removed after that year because, as SEABA director Adam Brooks said, “[It obscured] the only good-looking building in the South End.” The Art Hop has always been a pedestrian affair. But from 2000 to 2004, some partygoers opted for limos. Growing crowds eventually made car traffic difficult, if not outright dangerous. Last year, the city finally acquiesced to years of lobbying from SEABA and closed a

portion of Pine Street to vehicles on Friday night.

Like any growing phenomenon, Art Hop has experienced some pains. In 2007, Bread and Puppet Theater founder Peter Schumann made waves with his searing 80-foot mural, titled “Independence Painting: Inspired by Four Stories.”

The work interspersed images from the Palestinian West Bank with quotes from The Wall, John Hersey’s account of the extermination of Warsaw Ghetto Jews by the Nazis.

Schumann’s work, sponsored by what’s now called Vermonters for Justice in Palestine, was immediately branded as “anti-Semitic,” “anti-Israel” and “soft-core Holocaust denial.”

Schumann himself, remembered Burlington author and activist Marc Estrin, was accused of “hijacking Art Hop and turning it into a political event.” Prominent business leaders threatened to withdraw funding and withhold use of exhibit space if SEABA allowed the work to be shown. The threats came, Estrin noted, before anyone had even seen the piece.

“The Art Hop was totally fabulous,” he added. “Their line was, ‘We do not censor art.’”

Weather and outdoor festivals in Vermont do not always get along, though Art Hop has generally lucked out. But in 2012, a violent storm nearly made off with the STRUT tent. “The whole tent, which was 160 by 80 feet, lifted in the air,” recalled then-coordinator AnneMarie Keppel. “We had to pack up all the chairs. Then, miraculously, the [clouds] parted, and the show went on.”

Through it all, Art Hop has served to connect artists to laypeople, with the hope that at least some of the partygoers would become art patrons.

S.P.A.C.E. Gallery director and former SEABA assistant director Christy Mitchell said the event has landed her a few jobs. “During my first one in 2004, I walked into the Lamp Shop on Pine Street, and I knew I had found my element,” she explained. “I went into lighting design and restoration and still do it 13 years later.”

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“That event, and SEABA, created what is now the South End,” Waskow Untitled-2 1 8/31/17 3:20 PM declared of the Art Hop’s impact on the neighborhood. “It’s a direct result of SEABA’s efforts over 25 years to draw attention to this area. People stopped, people looked, people developed, and now it’s the hottest area in Burlington.”

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to a gig as Phish’s art director. While hanging art in the Maltex, he connected with the band’s management company, which was moving its offices into the building. “They were very interested in what was going on, so it was a friendship that started right there,” Fisk said.

Within the year, the band hired him.

Fisk also is credited with designing the “sproing” Art Hop logo.

Art Hop also inspired Mark Waskow’s long run as a SEABA board member — and eventually president — and his avid art collecting. He is arguably the foremost individual patron of contemporary artists in Vermont. But Waskow said he never had an interest in art until he attended the Art Hop in 1998.

“I had a blind date, and somehow [we] decided that we would have [it] around the Art Hop,” he recalled. “The date was not good, but the art was wonderful.”

By the end of that year, Waskow had amassed 300 to 400 works, which were just the beginning of a collection — he calls it the Waskowmium — that today numbers 33,000 pieces, many of which are by Vermont artists.

As Art Hop has grown, so has the South End — now known as the South End Arts District. Pine Street, along with Flynn Avenue, is a booming hub of creative economy. New restaurants, breweries, event spaces and businesses bring thousands of people to the area every day. According to the municipal project planBTV South End, 6,300 people are employed in the area.

Is Art Hop responsible for the South End’s resurgence? Some say yes, at least in part. Bruce Seifer, who led SEABA at the time the Art Hop was formed, claimed the inaugural STRUT show in 2006 created 1,800 jobs in the South End. How? It was held at the then-vacant

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As Art Hop festivities wind down on Sunday, September 10, many of the South End’s original movers and shakers will convene at Union Station at Main Street Landing in Burlington for a special presentation: a roundtable discussion considering the area’s next 30 years, informed by its past. The event comes in conjunction with the 25th South End Art Hop Founder’s Exhibit, “Crunch + Funk.”

Longtime Burlington economic adviser Bruce Seifer has taken the reins on organizing the event. To get the ball rolling, he said, he and co-organizers sent a survey to 100 folks who were active as artists and/ or entrepreneurs in the South End of the 1980s and early ’90s. The mailing consisted of eight questions, which Seifer said were even reviewed by an anthropologist. More than 60 people responded.

“The best way to help the city and SEABA figure out what the future should look like is to ask,” Seifer said. “The goal is to find out what motivated [the “founders”] to be active in the South End in the arts and business community, what lessons they learned over the last 30 years, and what principles and values drove them over that time frame.”

A wide net was cast for the event.

David Griffin, who co-owned Perez Griffin Graphics with Peter Perez, is driving up from Florida to participate; Perez is coming in from California.

Others are converging on Burlington from New York, Washington, D.C., North Carolina and the Virgin Islands.

Of course, artists and business people who remain active in the South End are involved, as well.

Among these are Champlain Chocolates’ founder Jim Lampman, artist Bruce MacDonald of Havoc Gallery and glass artist Larry Ribbecke.

Visitors to Union Station will be privy not only to lively discussion and reminiscing, but will also be able to see, in poster form, some of the data that was submitted. QR codes will help direct guests to a website, which Seifer said will be updated continually to reflect the ongoing dialog.

“This is going to be a fun event — we’re having a good time,” Seifer said.

“We’re celebrating the past … [and] my hope is to spawn other opportunities in the future — that people will be motivated and inspired to do other things based on this.”

What does Seifer himself have in mind for the South End in 30 years?

Big things. He hopes, he said, to foster “a supportive environment for the creators to continue to create, to remake and invigorate the economy and the community and the environment — and that [Burlington] becomes a national destination for that.”

File cabinet sculpture by Bren Alvarez

Sproing Fever « P.39 South End. It’s not often that I have the opportunity to truly “enjoy” what SEABA and this community does each year.

And that’s my favorite memory. It is a rare sight that one small organization can rally 100 businesses and 600 artists, along with the residents, city and sponsors, to all work together. The amount of collaboration, cross-promotion and “helping the other fellow” in order to show 35,000 people what the South End is all about is truly a remarkable memory for me — and one that I get to experience this time every year.

SARA KATZ artist, assistant director, Burlington City Arts

The events at 339 Pine Street stand out in my mind as really great times and the essence of the Art Hop. I have memories of someone dressed up as a chicken riding around on a bike, a showcase of Rob Rock’s pedalbased farm tools that he made there, the smell of Missy Bly’s delicious soap.

(That’s more hazy than distinct. So goes memory.)

I also always think of Lars Fisk when I remember Art Hop at 339 Pine. He instigated a spirit of collaboration among artists and makers that has remained in that space even after he left, from John Marius’ iron pours to Noah Lagle’s steamroller-print workshops and Matt Penney’s generosity with other artists about his knowledge of machines and the way things work.

PETER CLAVELLE Burlington mayor 1989-2006 (except for one term)

During an earlier Republican administration, a local artist (Ron Hernandez) painted on a city building a Buddha being overcome by a tsunami to depict the political mood of the day.

That art/political statement created a bit of controversy. Twelve years later, the political tsunami has only grown in size.

I’ve always chuckled at the “world’s highest file cabinet” created by Bren Alvarez in 2002. The sculpture was built in the path of the proposed Southern Connector and consists of 38 file drawers to depict the 38-year legacy of that ill-fated project. If updated to fit the current reality, the sculpture would be much higher.

It will be fun to attend the 25th Art Hop to reconnect with the founders and artists, some who have been exhibiting for all 25 years.

SAGE TUCKER-KETCHAM artist

[In 2010 or ’11], I had my studio at S.P.A.C.E. Gallery. I cleaned it, painted the walls white, put on a nice dress, made labels and presented my work as if my studio was a mini-gallery. Friday night was packed, with nonstop visitors to my small space.

That night, two different people from my childhood asked, “Sage, is that you?”

That is the best part of Art Hop for me: bringing people together and seeing people from the past, all under the common thread of seeing art. Christy

[Mitchell] enabled me to present my work the way I wanted to, and by doing that I could share who I am to new people and people from my past alike.

BONNIE KELLEY fan

The Art Hop always brings the art demons out. People share their dark, whimsical side with costumes, art displays and live performances. One of these that will always stick with me is “Baby Fingers.”

One night at the Art Hop several years back, there was a gathering of people around him as he brought to life a mobile of bird bones. I watched in wonder as he stowed away his puppet and proceeded to put a diaper on his head, followed by a gas mask. He then took out two plastic baby doll feet, two plastic baby doll hands, and a plastic baby doll head. He stuck them on his fingers and, again, infused life into this character. It crawled along the tarmac in the dimly lit alley and jumped onto one of the audience members. He would from then on be known to me as Baby Fingers.

KRISTEN L’ESPERANCE artist

In approximately 2005, Paige Russell and I both apprenticed for Andy Arp and Liz Segal at the Lamp Shop. We also shared studio space in what was formerly the autobody shop in the alley

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behind the store. That year, Paige and I were featured in [Seven Days] with a photo of us in our studio as part of an Art Hop [story]. Later that fall, I received my first love letter in the mail at the Lamp Shop … from a state correctional facility.

I probably should have been worried about having a convicted admirer.

Instead, as a budding artist (narcissist), I remember feeling flattered that said inmate had written to me and not my beautiful colleague, Paige. I believe Liz still has the letter in the shop somewhere. Good times.

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“Chameleon, 2009” by Wylie Sofia Garcia

[Radio Bean owner] Lee Anderson has been involved in a few of our shows over the years. The energy this guy puts in boggles the mind. One year, he had this light globe, suspended from a tree. It was a mace of inverted umbrellas, which was part of the whole [Art Hop] theme that year. There was cloth draped over the whole building and the trailers. I was finding glitter shit all over the place for another two years.

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ohn Birkett clipped a jumpercable-like clamp to a steel stand at his knees, cranked open a tank of argon gas, lowered his face mask and fired up a welding torch. Then, wielding a tiny but intense, lime-green arc of electricity glowing at about 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit, Birkett methodically fused two metal rods together at a perfect right angle.

The process, known as TIG welding, is slow, up-close and often tedious work, Birkett noted. Still, his instructors at the Advanced Welding Institute in South Burlington say he’s a natural at it.

Working alone in one of 25 individual welding bays, Birkett is among the 16 students expected to graduate in several weeks from AWI’s six-month dual-certification program in structural and pipe welding. (An incoming class of new students starts in late September.)

The trade school boasts a job placement rate for its graduates of at least 95 percent, with some of the best jobs going to those who are willing to relocate or travel regularly.

In some areas of the country, notably Florida, Texas and California, journeyman welders can earn as much as $55 an hour, or about $114,000 annually, entering the field with little more than a high school diploma and six months of training. That makes welding an ideal career choice for many young Vermonters who aren’t cut out for a traditional four-year college degree path.

At 33, Birkett is older than his classmates, most of whom are in their late teens or early twenties; he’s even older than some of his teachers.

“You’re not the first person to ask if I was an instructor,” the Shelburne native said with a laugh.

There’s a reason for his delayed entry to trade school; like many recent grads of AWI, Birkett is a military veteran looking to make a career change. After four years in the Marine Corps, which included combat deployments to Iraq’s Anbar Province in the mid-2000s, Birkett returned to the States. He spent about 10 years repairing diesel engines before shifting gears into welding.

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An instructor working at the Advanced Welding Institute

he said, Birkett’s instructors predicted he’ll have no trouble finding work as a professional welder.

Last year, when Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) remarked during a Republican presidential candidates’ debate that “welders make more money than philosophers,” his calculations were off the mark. In 2016, the median wage for welders was $39,390 per year, compared with $68,360 annually for philosophy professors, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Still, factoring in the high cost of earning an advanced degree and the dwindling number of such professorships available, Rubio’s comments weren’t that far afield.

By contrast, the career prospects for trained welders are promising, and becoming more so. The American Welding Society predicts that the United States will need more than 372,600 welders by 2026. Given that one in six professional welders today is older than 55, industry experts foresee an imminent and severe

shortage of trained metalworkers. The damage that Hurricane Harvey wrought throughout the Texas Gulf Coast will only exacerbate that shortage as the region begins years of infrastructure rebuilding.

When AWI owner Rick Irick founded the trade school as an offshoot of his other business, Vermont Nondestructive Testing, he was simply looking to fill a local gap. Though Irick isn’t a welder himself — VNT conducts commercial metals research and defects testing — officials from the Vermont Agency of Education approached him 13 years ago asking if he could certify two highschool-level welders in Rutland. When Irick discovered that the students’ welding skills weren’t up to industry standards, he recalled, he sent two of his inspectors, both former pipe welders, to help improve their training.

That informal training program quickly grew to 10 students, and eventually morphed into a fully accredited

trade school. Accreditation allowed AWI students to qualify for Pell Grants, financial aid from the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation, and scholarships from the AWS. Students need zero metalworking experience to enter the program, according to Irick. “We’ve had guys come in who’ve never welded before, and we’ve had kids come out of the welding program at their high school tech center,” he said.

Like most trade schools, AWI tends to attract students who don’t thrive in a traditional classroom setting. Irick said about half of his students graduated from high school with an individualized education program, or IEP, meaning they qualified for special education services. Others have had run-ins with the criminal justice system and are looking to turn their lives around.

“So they’re usually challenged with reading and math but are usually good with their hands,” he noted.

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Life Program in Hinesburg, has witnessed that success firsthand. The Life Program is CVU’s alternative for atrisk kids who don’t fit into the school’s mainstream academic environment.

“Normally our students don’t go on to any education after high school,” she said. But AWI is “great because it’s a trade where they can end up making good money.”

MacAndrews recounted the experiences of a former student who graduated from AWI two years ago. In high school, he “wasn’t into book work” and struggled academically.

Recently, however, he returned to CVU to tell his former teachers about his current job, in which he earns about $50,000 a year. MacAndrews said his employer flies him around the country and covers all of his travel, housing and food expenses. In less than two years, she added, the young welder paid off all his student loans. (Tuition and fees for the six-month program run about $18,000 without financial aid.)

And how’s her former student doing personally?

“Oh, my God! He’s so happy, and he’s really psyched and loves what he’s doing,” MacAndrews said. “It’s so awesome.” m

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AWI begins by teaching students the basic math skills they’ll need to be welders, as well as blueprint reading and safety procedures, before launching into their four- to six-month training. Most of their daily eight-hour lessons consist of hands-on work in the metal shop.

Justin Robert, 27, is an AWI welding instructor. When asked what a student needs to be a good welder, he answered without hesitation.

“Devotion,” he said. “How good do you want to be? How much time do you want to put in?”

Robert said that, regardless of a student’s prior academic achievements, he can tell very quickly which ones will excel in the field. While some, like Birkett, have innate abilities, others do well because they listen, take direction well and ask plenty of questions.

“I have one student who asks a million questions a day, wants me to look at every weld, and wants to know how to improve,” Robert said. “He doesn’t naturally have the talent … but he has the mindset that says, ‘I want to be good at this.’”

“Throughout the years, we’ve surprised a lot of parents, because they don’t really expect much [from their kid],” said Irick. “A lot of these kids who had trouble in high school can find a niche in the welding field. And they’ve really done well.”

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Matt LaRocca playing a guitar he built from an old skateboard

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t first glance, composer, violist and guitar player Matt LaRocca could be mistaken for a brewmaster. Maybe it’s the scruffy beard, loose plaid shirt and flip-flops, the pant cuffs turned up once for comfort.

But brewers aren’t typically heard saying things like “A couple years ago, I slapped a pickup on the viola I got when I was 13 or 14 so I could play with friends in bars.”

LaRocca, 37, might be considered a brewmaster of a different sort. Since arriving in Vermont three years ago — after completing his doctorate in musical arts at Boston University — he has been stirring up not only Vermont’s classical enclave but also the larger cultural scene.

LaRocca has collaborated with everyone from TURNmusic to choreographers and skateboarders to the Vermont Symphony Orchestra. Without much fanfare or selfpromotion, he’s been popping up wherever the arts scene skews wild.

First came the Arctic wilds. LaRocca caught the attention of many Vermonters in January 2016 when the Champlain College Art Gallery hosted his immersive exhibit called “Arctic Voices.” Viewers stepped into an enclosed gallery where a slideshow documented a land of ice, water and light on all four walls as a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack played. It began with the sound of wind: brass players blowing without making a pitch. LaRocca had composed the work, commissioned by a Boston-based wind symphony, after

participating in a month-long Arctic urged by their parents, played stringed Circle sailing residency in 2012. instruments; he also played guitar in rock “Arctic Voices” attracted the notice bands. His first taste of composing came of then-new VSO executive director Ben in elective classes at Middlebury. Soon Cadwallader. “I remember thinking, I LaRocca was improvising music for his want to get inside the brain of the person classmate Heather’s dance class. who cooked this thing up,” he says.

After graduation — the marriage came After the two met, they embarked later — the two left for Montana “to be on some radically new ventures for the ski bums,” he says. He was employed in a symphony. For a nine-course dinner chemistry lab there but says he hated the event called “Sound and Soil” at ArtsRiot, work and began to pursue music. LaRocca LaRocca chose nine works of music to be left to earn a master’s degree at Carnegie played by a string quartet — including a Mellon University in Pittsburgh, returnVSO commission ing to Montana he wrote for the during summers occasion. LaRocca to work as a hotel then began curating lounge pianist in JukeBox, the hugely Glacier National successful VSO Park. chamber music He had vacaconcert series at tioned in Vermont MAT T L AR O C C A ArtsRiot. Jukebox as a child, so, after starts its second earning his doctoryear in October in expanded form, reach- ate in Boston, he and his family chose to ing three additional venues around the live in Burlington. The music scene took state. him by surprise.

LaRocca, who majored in chemistry “What I didn’t expect about Vermont at Middlebury College, admits he never was the number of badasses here,” he imagined making a life in music. “I’m says, citing VSO first cellist John Dunlop still a little surprised that it’s working (“the guy can play anything”), violinist out,” he says, sitting at a basement desk Mary Rowell, TURNmusic director Anne in his Burlington home. LaRocca’s wife, Decker and the rock band Swale, among Heather, is a teacher; their son, Jasper, 4, others. “The music level is, I think, off and daughter, Sawyer, 1, are in daycare. the charts,” LaRocca enthuses. “These When LaRocca was growing up in are people who want to move the art New Jersey, he and his three siblings, forward.”

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Among that avant-garde is Erika Senft Miller, a site-specific performance artist with a doctorate in dance education. She had been looking for a composer when she saw “Arctic Voices.” Miller and LaRocca have since collaborated on two extraordinary happenings. “Between Land and Water,” last September, engaged more than 40 dancers, paddleboarders and kayakers in a sunset performance for an audience that stood on the Community Sailing Center breakwater and docks. With his electronicatinged score for guitars, viola and piano, LaRocca evoked the site’s open-air expanse and the movement of water and people.

With “Sleeping Babies / Social Sculptures,” a collaboration initiated this summer by visual artist Clark Derbes, Miller choreographed 22 dancers, 22 skateboarders and Derbes doing live-action roller-brush painting in a performance that moved along a stretch of the moribund Champlain Parkway in Burlington. LaRocca and Graham Fisk played instruments that LaRocca had built from old skateboards.

Honoring the site’s urban vibe, they toted their instruments and amplifiers in a shopping cart between performance spots.

“For many musicians, [site-specific work] is just bringing their music outside,” Miller comments, “but, for me, it really means responding to the site. Matt’s work was absolutely beautiful.”

This Friday, September 8, for the South End Art Hop, a stationary LaRocca and Fisk will reprise their performance at design firm Solidarity of Unbridled Labour in Burlington. Twelve computer monitors will show video footage of the event.

LaRocca has written widely diverse pieces for these events: melodic and dreamy, rhythmic, susurrating, rockmetal edged. His growing list of Vermontmade works includes a collaboration with choreographer Jessie Owens at the Light Club Lamp Shop, and string arrangements to accompany singer-songwriter Henry Jamison at ArtsRiot.

Counterpoint, a professional singing group led by Nat Lew, recently commissioned LaRocca to write a piece for the chorus — with Elizabeth Reid on viola and Paul Orgel on piano — to be premiered next summer. Rowell, who co-founded Craftsbury Chamber Players and formerly played with ETHEL, is currently tackling a LaRocca composition for solo violin that requires her to sing.

“It can all coexist: [Béla] Bartók and Talking Heads, [Ludwig van] Beethoven and modern composers,” LaRocca declares. He believes the classical world should offer both concert halls and alternative venues free of “prescribed decorum.” Similarly, he adds, there’s room for both traditional-length concerts and performances of single movements from larger works, played for an audience enjoying drinks.

LaRocca’s experience with both professional and amateur playing has helped make him an effective teacher at all levels.

LaRocca just became executive director of Music-COMP, to which young composers can submit their scores online, and he directs the South Burlington Community Chorus and the Champlain Philharmonic.

He also taught the unpopular ear-training class at Saint Michael’s College, where “Matt achieved a higher level of fun,” according to Lew, the music department chair.

This fall, LaRocca switched to the University of Vermont to teach music theory. Patricia Julien, a jazz flutist, composer and professor who heads UVM’s composition theory program, recalls being impressed by his guest teaching. LaRocca asked students to sing “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” while he played countermelodies and variations on the piano. “It was a way of him not being elitist,” Julien notes.

“Here was a really well-trained, experienced, professional musician saying, ‘Here’s how fun [music] is.’”

That sensibility was obvious last month at LaRocca’s first performance with the new-classical group TURNmusic. He played an improvisational solo on his viola, which was wired to a five-pedal board at his feet. “That’s my pedal porn,” he joked with the audience. Then LaRocca embarked on a hypnotizing work of brief phrases, which he threw into repeat with a touch to a pedal while bowing other melodies on top.

“He’s in love with what he does,” says Cadwallader. “I talk about how [musicians

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hristopher Chaisson stood in a hole on Burlington’s Pine Street last week working on the steelreinforced concrete base of a sculpture. He talked to Seven Days about the food he eats when he attends the annual South End Art Hop, which takes place this week, September 8 to 10.

“You can go from art opening to art opening and eat free all night,” said Chaisson, a builder and farmer who lives in Charlotte.

It’s true. You can hit up Pine Street and Flynn Avenue this Friday, the first night of the Art Hop — as thousands of people will — and make a meal out of cheese and crackers, peanut M&Ms, Chex Mix and paper cups of white wine. Or you can eat boneless smoked chicken with housemade sesame noodles and braised greens and drink a rum old-fashioned.

As the size of Art Hop crowds and the variety of artworks on display have grown over the past 25 years, so have the food and drink offerings on Pine Street.

Gone are the days when a Styrofoam cup of coffee from Red Roberts Store (locally known as Red’s, later Pine Street Deli) and a two-straw slushie from Cumberland Farms spanned the gamut of hot and chill drinks in the vicinity.

Now breweries and a cidery produce boozy beverages on this stretch of Burlington real estate, joining a coffee roaster that claimed commercial space in the heart of the Art Hop zone 24 years ago.

In fact, the roaster — Speeder & Earl’s Coffee — got so busy over the past quarter century that, five years ago, it moved its roasting operation to Williston.

The café remains in the space beside the office of the South End Arts and Business Association, which produces the Art Hop. “When we moved in here, it was us, and across the street was Champlain

That energy is unsurpassed each year on the first night of Art Hop. We reporters remember with fondness an installation from a dozen years ago that combined art and food: Someone erected a one-night fireplace near the Great Harvest Bread parking lot and shared the flames for toasting marshmallows.

This year, 29 food trucks and mobile vendors will roll in for the festivities, bringing kettle corn, barbecue, salads, gyros, falafel and more. Art Hoppers can eat on the go or stop at a restaurant for food and drinks. We’ve sampled nearby stationary fare and listed special Art Hop hours where possible. (Check with businesses directly about extended hours).

The info could be useful to event organizers, too. “Oh, I get to eat during Art Hop?” SEABA executive director Adam Brooks said, only half kidding. “Nobody told me that.”

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316 Pine Street #114, 448-3278, citizencider.com. Open Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Chocolates,” said Speeder’s co-owner Jessica Workman. “Fresh Market was a few doors down, and that was pretty much it. The big happening on Pine Street was the plastics plant [Specialty Filaments, now Dealer.com].”

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The renaissance of the street is something she couldn’t have imagined “in a million years,” Workman said. “Pine Street has become this totally different animal. I love it. I love being here. I love the energy down here.”

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Soon after making its move to Pine Street from Colchester’s Fort Ethan Allen in 2014, Citizen Cider established itself as a spirited gathering place with an inside-is-out and outside-is-in vibe. You can sit at a high-top table that straddles the border of inside and out beneath the frame of big, open, garage-style doors. If you’re lucky enough to snag one of these spots at Art Hop, you’ll have a view of the Pine Street throngs to the west and ready access to snacks and drinks.

The restaurant will have food and drink stations outside for Art Hop, with a bar and grill set up at the loading dock.

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Bridge Street in Richmond, is for sale, co-owner JON FATH said last week. He and his wife, LUCIE BOLDUC-FATH, have owned and operated the Mediterranean restaurant for 14 years in the gray building that formerly housed Daily Bread.

“We’ve had a real good run here, and we’re ready to move on from the restaurant business,” Fath told Seven Days.

He’s a 1995 graduate of the NEW ENGLAND CULINARY INSTITUTE who has been working in local restaurants for almost a quarter century.

“I’ve been in it for a long time,” he said. “We’re ready to have our nights and weekends back to ourselves.”

When Toscano closes at the end of the week, it will become the second Bridge Street restaurant to shut down in recent months: Sonoma Station ended its 11year run in May. Meanwhile, over the past two and a half years, a new wave of restaurants and cafés has opened in the center of town, including SWEET SIMONE’S, HATCHET TAP AND TABLE and ONE RADISH EATERY.

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Utter, who lives in Grand Isle, is starting her third year in a PhD program in plant and soil sciences. Her research focuses on growing practices and produce safety at small- and medium-scale farms in New England, and involves talking with farmers about resources, challenges and information surrounding those topics.

Utter currently works at HEN OF THE WOOD in Burlington and is establishing a fruit farm called ARBOR FARMSTEAD at her home. She has worked at two area fruit farms, ALLENHOLM FARM in South Hero and the FARM BETWEEN in Jeffersonville.

“I really respect the James Beard Foundation,” Utter said. “For them to recognize the work I’m doing is really quite incredible. I feel honored.”

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Just two months after they purchased ARVAD’S GRILL in Waterbury with plans to upgrade its look and fare, owners JASON PALMER and DAVID HUBBARD have decided to take the restaurant in a new direction. Now closed, the former Arvad’s will reopen on September 15 as ALLIUM. Said Palmer, “In fairness to ourselves, we really needed to start our own restaurant … In order for it to really be ours, we had to do it from the ground up.”

That means a renovation so extensive that “it will feel like a new space,” he suggested.

The food at Allium, said Palmer, will take its cues from “provincial dining,” with plenty of Belgian and French influences. Dishes will evoke the European countryside, offering elegance without fussiness.

For instance, the dinner menu will feature chicken confît with cider glaze and celeriac purée; mussels and fries with a classic herbed wine sauce; and an onion stuffed with wild mushrooms, apples and Parmesan.

Diners will be able to enjoy snacks — such as deviled eggs with

lobster creamed into the yolk — and a raw bar with shellfish and ceviche.

Complementing the food will be a rotating 30-bottle wine list, 15 beers on draft and about 10 specialty cocktails.

In Palmer’s view, the overall goal of the renovation and renaming is simple: “We really want people to come in and have an absolutely wonderful meal and enjoy themselves,” he said.

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When people run into CAROLINE CORRENTE, they often ask her about her buns. Some want to know how big they are. Others want to know if they can take a bite.

Corrente doesn’t mind a bit. The pastry chef, who trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, is the owner of Middlebury’s new HAYMAKER BUN, which launched in early August.

“My favorite pastry forever has been cinnamon buns, and I like buns that are really light, airy and moist.” Corrente said. Once she perfected her yeasted brioche dough, she realized its applications were nearly endless. “Why not do crazy, unique combinations?” she recalled asking herself.

That’s how Corrente ended up with three lines of buns: classic sweet, chocolate, and savory. A Middle Eastern variation features cardamom, dates and nuts; a riff on German chocolate cake has coconut, pecans and caramel flavored with STONECUTTER SPIRITS whiskey; and a bun stuffed with leek, Gruyère and prosciutto is a meal in itself.

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Addison County retail customers via her website.

Those farther afield can get theirs delivered for a fee.

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A half-dozen of the classic go for $18, chocolate and savory vegetarian for $21, and meat for $24.

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377 Pine Street, 863-5013, myersbagels.com.

Open Friday, 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. (with last call for pizza at 10:30 p.m.); Saturday, 4 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Myer’s Bagel Bakery has been making Montréal-style bagels in a little shop on the west side of the Pine Street railroad tracks for 18 years. In 2013, it added a café that serves bagel sandwiches, soups, salads and baked goods.

For three summers, the café stayed open on Friday nights to make pizza in its wood-fired bagel oven. Those weekly pizza suppers will be revived Friday night at the Art Hop when Myer’s fires up its bagel oven and becomes a onenight pizzeria.

The café will bake and serve whole pizzas to order, including meat, veggie and white pies using bagel dough, coowner Adam Jones said.

Diners may eat inside or out and bring their own beer and wine, Jones added.

During Art Hop, the restaurant tends to be a hot spot for people who need to use the bathroom, he said, since food trucks are not equipped with that service.

Hungry hoppers can also buy bagels on Friday night, with one ingredient missing: chief bagel-maker, founder and co-owner Lloyd Squires.

The Great Northern

716 Pine Street, 489-5102, thegreatnorthernvt.com. Open Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The vintage mahogany bar at the Great Northern is a Pine Street art installation in itself — one that will remain in place long after the Art Hop shuts down for the year. The woodworker who restored and rebuilt that bar, Michael Kuk, turned me on to a cocktail that is a great pleasure to sip there.

Called the Witchcraft, the tequilabased drink is whipped with egg whites to create a foamy cocktail that is magically appealing: potent and refreshing but not too sweet, balanced with a bite.

It gets its name from one of the ingredients: Strega, or “witch,” an Italian liqueur. The drink is almost a meal in a glass, and it pairs well with banter from Colin Walsh, the bartender who mixed me one last week.

Walsh, who is a painter, will exhibit his work at the restaurant during Art Hop. He speaks of cocktails as he does of landscapes, noting that color, texture and composition are important elements in crafting a first-rate drink.

Walsh previewed a cocktail for us that will appear on the Great Northern’s

fall menu, suggesting that the drink — a rum old-fashioned — would be perfect for Art Hop weekend.

It certainly did the trick a week in advance, with its blend of rums aged on pineapple flesh and husk, a dash of cherry and bitters. The amber hue looks just right on Kuk’s bar.

“It’s stiff,” Walsh said of the drink.

“You don’t have to lug around a full belly of liquid. You can walk in and have one and catch a buzz.”

coffee and a curated selection of brewing equipment for sale.

In the back of the room, they might glimpse staffer Tyler Van Liew staring at time and temperature graphs on a computer screen as he roasts beans to the moment the Brio team has decided is optimal for that variety.

Aside from the bright red and gold Diedrich roaster, what’s hot right now?

According to co-owner Magda Van Dusen, it’s actually something cool: a line of cold coffees that aren’t cold brewed.

Extracting flavor from chilly coffee results in a loss of nuance, she said, but the last thing you want is to drink yesterday’s stale brew. A proprietary process that involves brewing the grounds hot and rapidly cooling the liquid gives Brio the best of both worlds.

I sipped a cold cup from Reko, Ethiopia — a Yirgacheffe, with its classic lemon and floral flavors — that was silky smooth without a hint of bitterness. It’s perfect fuel for a long night of checking out sculptures, watching fire jugglers and noshing on the best the city has to offer.

For those seeking an artwork they can drink, Van Dusen pointed out the Barichu Karindundu from Kenya, the most expensive coffee Brio sells, which is only temporarily available. The beans are washed with river water, dried in the sun and, she said, taste of honey, apricot and blackberry.

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696 Pine Street, Suite 4B, 777-6641, briocoffeeworks.com. Open Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed on Sunday.

While Speeder’s is the most venerable of Pine Street’s current caffeinated offerings, Brio Coffeeworks, which opened in 2014, is a must-stop for coffee aficionados. It’s a roaster with a drop-in atmosphere; hoppers who follow the scent of roasting beans will discover a counter where they can buy cups of hot or cold

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“I’m going to be in Maine,” Squires said, “eating lobster.”

While Myer’s is not a designated Art Hop stop, the café displays a rotating exhibit of work by local artists and welcomes submissions, Jones said.

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Hoppers can feast on hot dogs, beef and veggie sliders, and chocolate-covered apples.

We stopped by last week for appetizers and a glass of cider and made a meal for two from three plates: fiery apple Buffalo wings, a charcuterie selection and a spicy riff on avocado toast.

The avocado appetizer was a special consisting of three pieces of grilled French bread topped with guacamole, goat cheese, red onion and honey sriracha sauce. It paired well with dry cider.

For Art Hop, Citizen Cider will make a couple of its special hot dogs, which are typically served on Thursdays with a can of beer for $6. The McKenzie Country Classics dogs are grilled and dressed with topping combos such as sliced apple, wilted spinach and goat cheese; pastrami, mustard and sauerkraut; or duck-fat gravy and cheese curds from Sweet Rowen Farmstead in West Glover.

For Art Hop, the restaurant will offer a chili dog and another special.

In the days leading up to Art Hop, customers decorated 60 paper prayer flags that will hang in the taproom during the show.

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The floor is concrete, tables are white, and chairs are aluminum. Visiting on a sunny day, I kept my sleeves rolled down as I spooned up my creation.

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[CONTINUED] returned, shop drawings revised · Winter 2017/Spring 2018: Fabrication begins · April 2018: Installation begins · Wednesday, May 31, 2018: Installation of all components complete Proposals and questions should be submitted via email to: Max Madalinski, Parks Project Coordinator, at mmadalinski@burlingtonvt.gov NOTICE OF LEGAL SALE View Date: 9/21/2017 Sale Date: 9/22/2017 Mary Burns Unit #437 Unit #170 Unit #171

EquiFirst Corporation, dated November 10, 2006 and recorded in Book 766 Page 473 of the land records of the City of South Burlington, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for EquiFirst Corporation to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of May 1, 2007 MASTR Asset-Backed Securities Trust 2007-HE1 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2007-HE1 dated September 2, 2014 and recorded in Book 1233 Page 307 of the land records of the City of South Burlington for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 52 Barrett Street, South Burlington, Vermont on October 4, 2017 at 10:00AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage,

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STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT CHITTENDEN UNIT PROBATE DIVISION DOCKET NO. 1046-7-17CNPR In re estate of Maryann LaRocque.

Name and Address of Court: Chittenden Probate Court PO Box 511 Burlington, VT 054020511

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of Roseline E. Osborne late of Richmond, VT. I have been appointed to administer this estate.

All creditors having claims against the decedent or the estate must present their claims in writing within four (4) months of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy sent to the court. The claim may be barred forever if it is not presented within the four (4) month period.

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All creditors having claims against the decedent or the estate must present their claims in writing within four (4) months of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy sent to the court. The claim may be barred forever if it is not presented within the four (4) month period.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

Included herein is a right of way over the streets and roadways in said Sunnyview II which have not been accepted by the City of South Burlington Land Records.

Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

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The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

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Publication Dates: 9/6/2017 Name and Address of Court: Chittenden Probate Court PO Box 511 Burlington, VT 05402 STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT LAMOILLE UNIT CIVIL DIVISION DOCKET # 85-5-17 LECV PROF-2013-S3 LEGAL TITLE TRUST II, BY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE Plaintiff v.

CHRISTOPHER M. JANES AND PARKER & STEARNS, INC. OCCUPANTS OF: 846 Cricket Hill Road, Hyde Park VT Defendants SUMMONS & ORDER FOR PUBLICATION THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: Christopher M. Janes 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you.

A copy of the Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file and may be obtained at the office of the clerk of this court, Lamoille Unit, Civil Division, Vermont Superior

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Court, 154 Main Street, Hyde Park, Vermont. Do not throw this paper away. It is an official paper that affects your rights.

2. PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM. Plaintiff’s claim is a Complaint in Foreclosure which alleges that you have breached the terms of a Promissory Note and Mortgage Deed dated February 27, 2009.

Plaintiff’s action may effect your interest in the property described in the Land Records of the Town of Hyde Park at Volume 132, Page 222. The Complaint also seeks relief on the Promissory Note executed by you. A copy of the Complaint is on file and may be obtained at the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court for the County of Lamoille, State of Vermont.

3. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 41 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail the Plaintiff a written response called an Answer within 41 days after the date on which this Summons was first published, which is August 23, 2017. You must send a copy of your answer to the Plaintiff or the Plaintiff’s attorney, Loraine L. Hite, Esq. of Bendett and McHugh, PC, located at 270 Farmington Avenue, Ste. 151, Farmington, CT 06032. You must also give or mail your Answer to the Court located at 154 Main Street, Hyde Park, Vermont.

4. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint.

If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer.

5. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT GIVE YOUR WRITTEN ANSWER TO THE COURT. If you do not Answer within 41 days after the date on which this Summons was first published and file it with the Court, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the complaint.

6. YOU MUST MAKE ANY CLAIMS AGAINST THE PLAINTIFF IN YOUR REPLY. Your Answer must state any related legal claims you have against

SEVENDAYSVT.COM/CLASSIFIEDS the Plaintiff. Your claims against the Plaintiff are called Counterclaims.

If you do not make your Counterclaims in writing in your answer you may not be able to bring them up at all.

Even if you have insurance and the insurance company will defend you, you must still file any Counterclaims you may have.

7. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer.

If you cannot afford a lawyer, you should ask the court clerk for information about places where you can get free legal help. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still give the court a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case.

ORDER The Affidavit duly filed in this action shows that service cannot be made with due diligence by any of the method provided in Rules 4(d)-(f), (k), or (l) of the Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure. Accordingly, it is ORDERED that service of the Summons set forth above shall be made upon the defendant, Christopher M. Janes, by

publication as provided in Rule[s] [4(d)(l) and] 4 (g) of those Rules.

This order shall be published once a week for 3 weeks beginning on August 23, 2017 in the Seven Days, a newspaper of the general circulation in Lamoille County, and a copy of this summons and order as published shall be mailed to the defendant Christopher M. Janes, at 846 Cricket Hill Road, Hyde Park, VT 05655.

Dated at HYDE PARK Vermont this 8 day of August, 2017 /s/ Hon. Thomas Carlson Presiding Judge

Lamoille Unit, Civil Division STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT PROBATE DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT DOCKET NO. 309-3-17 CNPR In Re: Estate of Mortimer Kaufman NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of the Estate of Mortimer Kaufman, late of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida We have been appointed

co-executors of the above-named estate. All creditors having claims against the estate must present their claims in writing within four months of the date of first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to us at the address listed below with a copy filed with the register of the Probate Court. The claim will be forever barred if it is not presented as described above within the four month deadline.

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Dated: August 22, 2017

By: /s/ Mark R. Kaufman Mark R. Kaufman 101 San Marita Way Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 (508) 509-8888 markkaufman16@gmail. com

Dated: August 22, 2017

By: /s/ Brian Kaufman Brian Kaufman 247 Concord Road Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 328-3011 sherwoodglen.nh@ gmail.com Dated: August 22, 2017

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Karen Dana Kaufman 41 Crehore Road Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 469-2293 karendkaufman86@ gmail.com

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Publication Date: September 6, 2017 Address of Probate Court: Vermont Superior Court Chittenden Unit - Probate Division PO Box 511 Burlington, VT 054020511 STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 237-5-16 WRCV WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION v.

MICHAEL R. HARTELL A/K/A MICHAEL ROBERT HARTELL AND KIMBERLEY A. HARTELL A/K/A KIMBERLEY ANN HARTELL OCCUPANTS OF 273 LOWER HYDE PARK, WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, TOWN OF HARTFORD, VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE

OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered December 6, 2016 in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Michael R. Hartell and Kimberley A. Hartell to Norwest Mortgage, Inc., dated April 30, 1999 and recorded in Book 271 Page 592 of the land records of the Town of Hartford, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of a subsequent mergers dated April 14, 2000 and May 8, 2004, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 273 Lower Hyde Park, White River Junction, Town of Hartford, Vermont on September 25, 2017 at 10:00AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Meaning and intending to mortgage and convey all and the same land and premises conveyed to Michael Hartell and Kim Hartell by deed of

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Donald M. Hemenway and Raffeal S. Hemenway of even or nearly even date and about to be recorded and more particularly described as follows: Being a parcel of land shown on a plan entitled “Survey of Land in Hartford, Windsor County, Vermont for Gerald N. Lee. Jr.” Dated July 20, 1987, Bruno Associates, Inc., Engineers, Planner, Surveyors, Woodstock, Vermont, Scale 1” = 4-’ Surveyed J.D. and P.R. Drawn S.Y.D., Checked C.F., a copy of which plan is recorded in the Hartford Map Cabinet as Plan 29A. Said plan is shown as Lot A containing 11,140 square feet of land, more or less.

Said Parcel A is more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin found in the ground at the southeasterly corner of said Parcel A, and the southwesterly corner of property now or formerly of C. & B. Small, which iron pin located at the northerly right of way of Lower Hyde Park; thence turning and proceeding North 63 degrees 01” East along property now or formerly of C. &

B. Small to a twelve inch maple tree located on the southerly boundary of Parcel B; thence turning and proceeding South 14 degrees 11’ West along Lot B as shown on said Plan, a distance of 100.6 feet, more or less, to a boundary point; thence turning and proceeding South 48 degrees 42’ West a distance of 94.6 feet, more or less to a boundary point located on the northerly right of way of Lower Hyde Park; thence turning and proceeding 35 degrees 19’ West a distance of 33.0 feet to an iron pin found in the ground; thence turning and proceeding South 19 degrees 24’ West a distance of 89.6 feet, more or less, to the iron pin found in the ground at the point and place of beginning.

Said property is conveyed subject to utility line easements of record, and subject to restrictions as set forth in the deed of David A. Pingree and Gertrude G. Pingree to M.G. Cashman, which deed is dated April 20, 1926, and recorded in Book 42, Page 309 of the Hartford Land Records.

The property is conveyed subject to a right of way

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reserved by Gerald N. Lee and Violet J. Lee for themselves, their heirs and assigns, over and across said parcel for the purpose of ingress, egress and regress to and from Parcel B and for the location of all necessary utility lines. Said right of way as shown on above referenced plan.

The property is conveyed subject to and with the benefit of Land Use Permit EC-3-1468 (incorrectly referred to as EC-3-1488 in previous deeds) as issued by the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources, Department of Environmental Conservation, a copy of which permit is recorded in the Hartford, Vermont land Records.

Reference should be made to the abovementioned deeds and records and to the deeds and records referred to therein for a more complete and particular description of the lands and premises conveyed.

Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description.

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TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser.

The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: August 2, 2017 By: /S/Rachel K. Jones, Esq. Rachel k. Jones, Esq.

Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 WANTED TO LEASE The State of Vermont, wishes to enter into a lease for 45,000 Square Feet of ADA Compliant office and program space in the Chittenden County area.

This space will be used to house the Chittenden County Agency of Human Services Field Office with up to 170 staff and require on-site parking for a minimum of 200 cars.

Additionally, this space will require a mix of private office and open space with a minimum of 8 to 10 public and staff restrooms, and 2-3 staff kitchenettes.

Although this request encompasses all of the Chittenden County area, preference will be given, to those spaces located within “Downtown” areas.

It should also be noted that, this site must be located on a CCTA Bus Route.

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AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS Join our floating support group where the focus is on living, not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport & its health-giving, lifeaffirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Penni or Linda at 999-5478, info@ dragonheartvermont.org, dragonheartvermont.org.

AL-ANON For families & friends of alcoholics. For meeting info, go to vermontalanonalateen.org or call 866-972-5266.

ALATEEN GROUP New Alateen group in Burlington on Sundays from 5-6 p.m. at the UU building at the top of Church St. For more information please call Carol, 324-4457.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Daily meetings in various locations. Free.

Info, 864-1212. Want to overcome a drinking problem? Take the first

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP This caregivers support group meets on the 3rd Wed. of every mo. from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s Association Main Office, 300 Cornerstone Dr., Suite 128, Williston.

Support groups meet to provide assistance and information on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

They emphasize shared experiences, emotional support, and coping techniques in care for a person living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Meetings are free and open to the public. Families, caregivers, and friends may attend. Please call in advance to confirm date and time. For questions or additional support group listings, call 800-272-3900.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP 1st Monday monthly, 3-4:30 p.m.

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Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at BRAIN INJURY Debtor’s Anonymous SUPPORT GROUP IN ST. plus Business Debtor’s JOHNSBURY Anonymous. Sat., Monthly meetings 10-11:30 a.m., Methodist will be held on the 3rd Church at Buell & S. Wed. of every mo., Winooski, Burlington.

1-2:30 p.m., at the Contact Brenda, Grace United Methodist 338-1170.

Church, 36 Central St., St. Johnsbury. The BABY BUMPS SUPPORT support group will offer GROUP FOR MOTHERS valuable resources & AND PREGNANT info about brain injury.

WOMEN It will be a place to share Pregnancy can be a experiences in a safe, wonderful time of your secure & confidential life. But, it can also be environment. Info, a time of stress that Tom Younkman, is often compounded tyounkman@vcil.org, by hormonal swings.

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Methodist Church, 36 at the Birthing Center, Central St., 1:00-2:30 Northwestern Medical p.m. Colchester Center, St. Albans. Info: Evening support group Rhonda Desrochers, meets the 1st Wed. Franklin County monthly at the Fanny

Allen Hospital in the Board Room Conference Room, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Brattleboro meets at Brooks Memorial Library on the 1st Thu. monthly from 1:15-3:15 p.m. and the 3rd Mon. montly from 4:15-6:15 p.m. White River Jct. meets the 2nd Fri. montly at Bugbee Sr. Ctr. from 3-4:30 p.m.

Call our helpline at 877-856-1772.

BURLINGTON AREA PARKINSON’S DISEASE OUTREACH GROUP People with Parkinson’s disease & their caregivers gather together to gain support & learn about living with Parkinson’s disease. Group meets 2nd Wed. of every mo., 1-2 p.m., continuing through Nov. 18, 2015.

Shelburne Bay Senior Living Community, 185 Pine Haven Shores Rd., Shelburne.

Info: 888-763-3366, parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth. org, parkinsonsvt.org.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Overcome any hurt, habit or hangup in your life with this confidential 12-Step, Christ-centered recovery program. We offer multiple support groups for both men and women, such as chemical dependency, codependency, sexual addiction and pornography, food issues, and overcoming abuse. All 18+ are welcome; sorry, no childcare. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; we begin at 7 p.m. Essex Alliance Church, 37 Old Stage Rd., Essex Junction.

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CELEBRATE RECOVERY Celebrate Recovery meetings are for anyone with struggles with hurt, habits and hang ups, which includes everyone in some way.

We welcome everyone at Cornerstone Church in Milton which meets every Friday night at 7-9 p.m. We’d love to have you join us and discover how your life can start to change.

Info: 893-0530, Julie@ mccartycreations.com.

CELIAC & GLUTEN-FREE GROUP Last Wed. of every month, 4:30-6 p.m., at Tulsi Tea Room, 34 Elm St., Montpelier. Free & open to the public! To learn more, contact Lisa at 598-9206 or lisamase@gmail.com.

CEREBRAL PALSY GUIDANCE Cerebral Palsy Guidance is a very comprehensive informational website broadly covering the topic of cerebral palsy and associated medical conditions. It’s mission it to provide the best possible information to parents of children living with the complex condition of cerebral palsy. cerebralpalsyguidance.com/ cerebral-palsy/ PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Held every 2nd Tue. of the mo., 6-8 p.m. at the Hope Lodge, 237 East Ave., Burlington. Newly diagnosed? Prostate cancer reoccurrence?

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Every Tue. & Thu., 4 p.m. G.Y.S.T. PYNK (for young women) meets weekly on Wed., 4 p.m.

Location: North Central Vermont Recovery Center, 275 Brooklyn St., Morrisville. Info: Lisa, 851-8120.

GRIEF & RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP 1st & 3rd Wed. of every mo., 7-8 p.m., Franklin County Home Health Agency (FCHHA), 3 Home Health Cir., St. Albans. 527-7531.

HEARING VOICES GROUP This Hearing Voices Group seeks to find

understanding of voice hearing experiences as real lived experiences which may happen to anyone at anytime. We choose to share experiences, support, and empathy. We validate anyone’s experience and stories about their experience as their own, as being an honest and accurate representation of their experience, and as being acceptable exactly as they are.

Weekly on Tuesday, 2-3 p.m. Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-777-8602, abby@ pathwaysvermont.org.

HEARTBEAT VERMONT Have you lost a friend, colleague or loved one by suicide? Some who call have experienced a recent loss and some are still struggling w/ a loss from long ago.

Call us at 446-3577 to meet with our clinician, Jonathan Gilmore, at Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main St. All are welcome.

HELLENBACH CANCER SUPPORT Call to verify meeting place. Info, 388-6107.

People living with cancer & their caretakers convene for support.

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KINDRED CONNECTIONS PROGRAM OFFERED FOR CHITTENDEN COUNTY CANCER SURVIVORS The Kindred Connections program provides peer support for all those touched by cancer. Cancer patients as well as caregivers are provided with a mentor who has been through the cancer experience & knows what it’s like to go through it. In addition to sensitive listening, Kindred Connections provides practical help such as rides to doctors’ offices & meal deliveries. The program has people who have experienced a wide variety of cancers.

For further info, please contact info@vcsn.net.

LGBTQ SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE SafeSpace offers peer-led support groups for survivors of relationship, dating, emotional &/or hate violence. These groups give survivors a safe & supportive environment to tell their stories, share information, & offer & receive support.

Support groups also provide survivors an opportunity to gain information on how to better cope with feelings & experiences that surface because of the trauma they have experienced. Please call SafeSpace 863-0003 if you are interested in joining.

MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Area Myeloma Survivors, Families and Caregivers have come together to form a Multiple Myeloma Support Group. We provide emotional support, resources about treatment options, coping strategies and a support network by participating in the group experience with people that have been though similar situations. Third Tuesday of the month, 5-6 p.m. at the New Hope Lodge on East Avenue in Burlington. Info: Kay Cromie, 655-9136, kgcromey@aol.com.

NAMI CONNECTION PEER SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS Bennington, every Tue., 1-2:30 p.m., CRT Center, United Counseling Service, 316 Dewey St.; Burlington, every Thu., 3-4:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2 Cherry St. (enter from parking lot); Montpelier, every Fri., 2-3:30 p.m., Another Way, 125 Barre St.; Newport, first Wed. of the month, 6-7:30 p.m., St. Mark’s Church, 44 2nd St.; Rutland, every Sun., 4:30-6 p.m., Rutland Mental Health Wellness Center, 78 S. Main St.; St. Johnsbury, every Thu., 6:30-8 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 47 Cherry St. If you have questions about a group in your area, please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont, program@ namivt.org or 800639-6480. Connection groups are peer recovery support group programs for adults living with mental health challenges.

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Brattleboro, 1st Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., 1st Congregational Church, 880 Western Ave., West Brattleboro; Burlington, 3rd Wed. of every mo., 6 p.m., Community Health Center, Riverside Ave., Mansfield Conference Room; Burlington, 2nd & 4th Tue. of every mo., 7 p.m., HowardCenter,

corner of Pine & Flynn Ave.; Berlin, 4th Mon. of every mo., 7 p.m. Central Vermont Medical Center, Room 3; Georgia, 1st Tue. of every mo., 6 p.m., Georgia Public Library, 1697 Ethan Allen Highway (Exit 18, I-89); Manchester, 4th Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., Equinox Village, 2nd floor; Rutland, 3rd Mon. of every mo., 6 p.m., Rutland Regional Medical Center, Leahy Conference Ctr., room D; Springfield, 3rd Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., HCRS (café on right far side), 390 River St.; St. Johnsbury, 4th Wed. of every mo., 5:30 p.m., Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital Library, 1315 Hospital Dr.; White River Junction, last Mon. of every mo., 5:45 p.m., VA Medical Center, William A. Yasinski Buidling.

If you have questions about a group in your area, please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont, info@namivt. org or 800-639-6480.

Family Support Group meetings are for family & friends of individuals living mental illness.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live w/out the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 862-4516 or cvana.org.

Held in Burlington, Barre and St. Johnsbury.

NAR-ANON BURLINGTON GROUP Group meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (small room), 191 Bank St., Burlington. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of addiction in a relative or friend. Info: Amanda H. 338-8106.

NORTHWEST VERMONT CANCER PRAYER & SUPPORT NETWORK A meeting of cancer patients, survivors & family members intended to comfort & support those who are currently suffering from the disease. 2nd Thu. of every mo., 6-7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 11 Church St., St. Albans.

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THE MEMORY CAFÉ The Memory Café is where people with memory loss disorders and their care partners can come together to connect and support one another. Second Saturday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St., Montpelier.

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FCA FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Families coping with addiction (FCA) is an open community peer support group for adults 18 & over struggling with the drug or alcohol addiction of a loved one.

FCA is not 12-step based but provides a forum for those living this experience to develop personal coping skills & draw strength from

G.R.A.S.P. (GRIEF RECOVERY AFTER A SUBSTANCE PASSING) Are you a family member who has lost a loved one to addiction?

Find support, peer-led support group. Meets once a month on Mondays in Burlington.

Please call for date and location. RSVP graspvt@gmail.com or call 310-3301.

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FAMILIES, PARTNERS, FRIENDS AND ALLIES OF TRANSGENDER ADULTS We are people with adult loved ones who are transgender or gender-nonconforming.

We meet to support each other and to learn more about issues and concerns. Our sessions are supportive, informal, and confidential. Meetings are held at 5:30 PM, the second Thursday of each month at Pride Center of VT, 255 South

FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THOSE EXPERIENCING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS This support group is a dedicated meeting for family, friends and community members who are supporting a loved one through a mental health crisis. Mental health crisis might include extreme states, psychosis, depression, anxiety and other types of distress. The group is a confidential space where family and friends can discuss shared experiences and receive support in an environment free of judgment and stigma with a trained facilitator.

Weekly on Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Downtown Burlington. Info: Jess Horner, LICSW, 866-218-8586.

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DISCOVER THE POWER OF CHOICE! SMART Recovery welcomes anyone, including family and friends, affected by any kind of substance or activity addiction. It is a science-based program that encourages abstinence. Specially trained volunteer facilitators provide leadership. Sundays at 5 p.m. at the 1st Unitarian Universalist Society, 152 Pearl St., Burlington. Volunteer facilitator: Bert,

CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS CoDA is a 12-step fellowship for people whose common purpose is to develop healthy & fulfilling relationships. By actively working the program of Codependents Anonymous, we can realize a new joy, acceptance & serenity in our lives. Meets Sunday at noon at the Turning Point Center, 191 Bank Street, Burlington. Tom, 238-3587, coda.org.

one another. Weekly on Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Turning Point Center, corner of Bank St., Burlington. (Across from parking garage, above bookstore). thdaub1@ gmail.com.

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DECLUTTERERS’ SUPPORT GROUP Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming?

Maybe two or three of us can get together to help each other simplify.

989-3234, 425-3612.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT Steps to End Domestic Violence offers a weekly drop-in support group for female identified survivors of intimate partner violence, including individuals who are experiencing or have been affected by domestic violence. The support group offers a safe, confidential place for survivors to connect with others, to heal, and to recover. In support group, participants talk through their experiences and hear stories from others who have experienced abuse in their relationships.

Support group is also a resource for those who are unsure of their next step, even if it involves remaining in their current relationship.

Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

Childcare is provided.

Info: 658-1996.

Champlain St., Suite 12, in Burlington. Not sure if you’re ready for a meeting? We also offer one-on-one support. For more information, email rex@ pridecentervt.org or call 802-238-3801.

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and sharing among survivors and those beginning or rejoining the battle. Info, Mary L. Guyette RN, MS, ACNS-BC, 274-4990, vmary@aol.com.

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YOUR TRUSTED LOCAL SOURCE. SEVENDAYSVT.COM/JOBS Carpenters Full time, starting immediately.

Own tools and transportation.

OPEN POSITIONS

At Vermont Creamery, we pride ourselves in producing the highest quality cheeses, butter and crème fraiche while supporting and developing family farms. We aim to exemplify sustainability by being profitable, engaging our staff in the business, and living our mission every day at the Creamery.

Vermont Creamery is hiring for the following positions:

Send resume to: gary@crowleyconstructionvt. com or call 802-893-2603.

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CHEESEMAKERS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY (EHS) SUPERVISOR SALES & MARKETING ASSISTANT PRODUCTION TEAM LEADS AND TEAM MEMBERS SANITATION SUPERVISOR SANITATION TEAM MEMBERS

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Sheridan, a World Class Printer in the Journal and Magazine Market, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician, 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday, 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. in Hanover, NH. Successful candidates will possess a wide variety of technical skills, allowing them to maintain, as well as troubleshoot and repair, complex printing presses and bindery equipment.

The Sheridan facility is modern with state of the art equipment maintained to OEM standards.

WE SEEK TO HIRE LOVING, MATURE TEAM MEMBERS WHO ARE PASSIONATE FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

LICENSED NURSING ASSISTANTS ALL SHIFTS WITH SIGNON BONUS

HOUSEKEEPER FULL TIME

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANTS FULL OR PART TIME

BUS/VAN DRIVER PART TIME

If you are interested in any of these positions, please call or stop by for an interview.

www.sheridan.com

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Full job descriptions and directions to apply are available at vtworksforwomen.org/about/employment. Applications will be accepted until September 18. No calls or faxes, please.

VWW is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity of the organization.

VWW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Arbors at Shelburne is a Benchmark Senior Living community focused on caring for individuals with memory related diseases.

We offer competitive wages and benefit packages. Tuition reimbursement, Bonus opportunities, Team focused workplace.

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GIRLS PROGRAM COORDINATOR & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR Vermont Works for Women (VWW), a non-profit organization helping women and girls recognize their potential and explore, pursue, and excel in work that leads to economic independence, is seeking dynamic individuals to join our team for multiple positions.

Good starting wage based on experience. Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a generous retirement plan, vacations/paid holidays, training program and cheese privileges.

To apply, please call 802-479-9371 or stop by for an application at: Vermont Creamery, 20 Pitman Road, Websterville, VT 05678

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The Arbors at Shelburne Attn: Human Resources 687 Harbor Road Shelburne, VT 05482 802-985-8600 phurteau@benchmarkquality.com

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PayData Workforce Solutions is looking for an additional team m join our Client Service Department as a Payroll Processor/Clien PayData Workforce Solutions is looking for an additional team Representative. member to join our Conversion & Training Department. Our Conversion Specialists closely with new clients to convert Our Client Servicework Representatives work closely with our clients them to our payroll, HRutilizing and timekeeping software. accurate payrolls various import methods including data Excel worksheets, and time clock imports. The ability to perform Comfort with public speaking is important as this position tasks efficiently and manage ongoing projects is necessary. Att also entails training individuals and groups on our various detail is a must. applications. Having the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technology key. The to multi-task and Candidates mustishave priorability payroll experience as well as custo manage multipleand projects concurrently with a high degree experience possess strong communication andoforganizatio Candidates should also have proven troubleshooting skills and accuracy is critical. adapt to new and changing technology. Our Client Service Candidates must possess strong number and organization Representatives work in a team environment and cubicle office skills and be able to communicate effectively in both a written and Experience verbal manner. handling a large volume of telephone calls, as well strong number skills or proven prior payroll experienceskills. is required; wor Candidates should also have troubleshooting knowledge of the “Evolution” payroll software is desirable. Exp Prior customer service and payroll experience is required; Windows including Word, Excel, and Outlook is required as wel working knowledge of the “Evolution” payroll software is keyboarding skills. desirable.

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New England’s Premier special event company is seeking hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our team.

We are currently accepting applications for positions that run through November 1.

Tent Installers Tent Washers

For detailed job descriptions please visit vttent.com/employment.

Stop by our office to fill out an application or email resume to jobs@vttent.com. EOE.

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SUBSTITUTE STUDENT LIFE COACH We are seeking a dynamic individual to serve as relief staff for our full time employees. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field and have a background in mental health and/or educational programming. Applicants should be able to have some flexibility in their schedule.

Applicant information available at www.mansfieldhall.org.

JOB FAIR

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59 Rathe Road, Suite 110, Colchester, VT (New Location)

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We have an exciting and stimulating opportunity for an experienced IT professional to join the Division of Maternal and Child Health as a full-time Business Application Support Specialist. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and good personal skills and can work well with a large and diverse group of stakeholders.

This IT position will support the management information system/business needs of the WIC program. Vermont is part of a multi-state user group that jointly governs the application used to manage most aspects of WIC operations. The Business Application Support Specialist will represent Vermont’s interests on the user group change control board and technical advisory groups, and will work closely with other states to evaluate and prioritize potential system changes.

Responsibilities include daily monitoring of system operations, investigation and analysis of issues reported by users, working with the user group maintenance contractor and the Vermont eWIC contractor to resolve problems, leading the testing team for new releases, and acting as a liaison/coordinator with the program, multiple IT units, contractors, and colleagues in the user group states.

OPEN POSITIONS: SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVES (Fulltime, Part-time, and Seasonal) ON-BOARDING SPECIALISTS SEO SPECALISTS SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT SPECIALISTS SENIOR MANAGER, DEMAND GENERATION To learn more about these positions, visit www. cpasitesolutions.com/careers

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We are looking for an energetic, positive and engaged individual to be the

Paralegal

Showroom Sales Coordinator

Downtown Burlington law firm is seeking a Paralegal.

to assist the Showroom Manager with sales and customer interaction as well as handle the administrative duties associated with Showroom Sales.

Two or more years of paralegal experience is required.

If interested please review http://www.blodgettsupply.com/about_ Experience preferred in the following areas: Intellectual us/current_career_openings.html#showroom Property, Energy and Environmental permitting, or Civil Litigation. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritize and manage many tasks simultaneously, strong 2h-BlodgettSupply083017.indd 1 8/28/17 organizational skills, and strong proofreading skills. The candidate should also be proficient with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat, and should be comfortable learning new software. The Paralegal will support many attorneys in a growing and fast-paced law office.

Competitive benefits and salary. Interested persons please email letter and resume to applications@dunkielsaunders.com by Turtle Fur is a 35-year-old legend in the outdoor and ski industry. We are September 30, 2017. the leader in fleece headwear and fashionable outdoor accessories. We pride ourselves on keeping our customers comfortable as they experience 4t-DunkielSaunders090617.indd 1 9/1/17 11:38 AM the world through their everyday adventures. We value hardworking team members who have a strong desire to help us drive the company forward.

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FULL-TIME TECHNICAL TRADES HVAC TECHNICIAN Saint Michael’s College is seeking a full-time Technical Trades - HVAC Technician. Duties include maintaining campus HVAC/ Plumbing Systems & kitchen equipment, completing daily work orders and performing repairs on campus systems. This person will also perform routine maintenance, and participate in an on-call rotation. Strong experience with chillers and refrigeration would be desirable.

This position will lead the eCommerce Customer Service team to provide first class, exceptional service to our customers. Hands on interaction with consumers via various communication channels will put you on the front lines of guiding the customer experience. Your role will be to be a role model of the quality customer service that Turtle Fur is known for.

Duties and Responsibilities • Be the point for all incoming customer communication for our direct to consumer channels.

• Monitor, report, and drive the customer experience.

• Handle order entry into company ERP and returns processing/research.

• Be a product expert. Take the lead in educating the eCommerce CS Our new, mobile-friendly team about our product line.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), job board is buzzing • Monitor our company website for product data issues, communicate with excitement. generous paid time off, employee and dependent tuition issues to the correct team. benefits, and discounted gym membership.

• Create a customer centric environment for all team members.

• Work with Marketing to respond to customer inquiries on Social Media For full job description and to apply online go to: channels. http://smcvt.interviewexchange.com/.

• Monitor and report customer feedback to R&D to improve product development.

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• Staff Turtle Fur events alongside marketing (may include an occasional weekend event).

• Process employee orders and requests for product samples, marketing product, etc.

• Assist Customer Service team with preseason orders and Saint Michael’s College seeks a motivated individual confirmations. to serve as the College’s Digital Media Marketing • Provide backup for the Front Desk/Reception and filing.

DIGITAL MEDIA MARKETING STRATEGIST

Strategist, developing and growing the College’s social media presence and marketing efforts that leverage the College’s message and brand.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), generous paid time off, employee and dependent tuition benefits, and discounted gym membership.

For full job description and to apply online go to: http://smcvt.interviewexchange.com/.

Qualifications • 2-4 years of college • 1-3 years of experience in customer service, marketing, or retail • Strong communication skills, both written and oral • Proficient use of Excel, Word, Email, and online tools • Infectiously positive attitude and ambitious, with the ability to work with others/independently This is an hourly, full time position with eligibility for our comprehensive benefits package. Please email your letter of interest and resume to bsnow@turtlefur.com. No phone calls please.

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Customer Service Associate

The Vermont Historical Society, located in Barre, VT is looking for a Director of Development & Community Relations.

Must have a positive and fun attitude, be a team player, and have excellent interpersonal skills, phone etiquette and related experience. Strong multi-tasking abilities and detail orientated.

Blodgett offers a supportive environment, competitive pay, health, dental and vision plans, 401k, life insurance.

Responsibilities include planning, supervising, and execution of membership, fundraising, public relations, and marketing functions of the Society.

Email or mail resume/cover letter to Lynn Wolski, Director of H.R.: employment@blodgett.com Blodgett Ovens 44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401 WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Priority One Services is currently seeking applicants for an Animal Care Tech II position at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT. Job Description: The successful applicant for this position assists in the care and maintenance of healthy laboratory animals in accordance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines. The Animal Care Technician must properly use and maintain all necessary equipment and follow proper animal care and housing techniques as determined by departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Institutional Policies. Animals must be properly identified, fed and observed daily and husbandry records must be complete, accurate, and timely to ensure that proper research conditions are being maintained. In addition, completion of all relevant husbandry duties in ABSL I, II & III environments while exercising proper containment techniques will be required.

This position is full time M-F and rotational weekends and holidays. This is not an entry level position and advancement possibilities for this position are very high if candidate shows enthusiasm and motivation.

Benefits: Dental, Health, 401K, paid holiday, sick and vacation Working Hours: M-F 7:30am to 4:00pm, rotational weekends and holidays Qualifications: Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. College degree is preferred. Candidate must possess an AALAS certification; LAT or higher is desirable. Prior experience in a research animal facility is required. Qualified personnel must have a valid driver’s license and have the ability to lift up to 50lbs. Rotational weekends and holidays are required.

Apply online at www.PriorityOneServices.com/careers or send your resume to recruiter@PriorityOneServices.com.

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Full job description at vermonthistory.org/career-opportunities

Or stop by to fill out application.

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The New School of Montpelier

JOB FAIR

We are a small, independent school serving unique children and youth. We are recruiting dedicated individuals to join our diverse staff in this exciting and challenging work.

Positions start immediately.

At 7 Farrell Street in South Burlington

Paraprofessional/ Behavior Interventionist

Tuesday, September 12 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

We have immediate openings for

CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility If you’re interested in a career in criminal justice, you’ll be interested in: • Meeting the hiring managers • Q & A about Corrections CRCF is a 172 bed progressive correctional facility primarily for women. The facility houses pre-trial and sentenced women for all custody levels. The staff provides services through an interdisciplinary team approach to meet the needs of the inmates and keep the community safe.

Vermont’s Department of Corrections is one of the largest departments in state government and the career opportunities are excellent. Correctional Officers attend a paid 5-week training program at the Vermont Corrections Academy. For more information, visit our website at corrections.vermont.gov or apply online at careers. vermont.gov, Job Posting #621739 (Correctional Officer) or #621746 (Temporary Correctional Officer).

This is a one-on-one, paraprofessional position supporting students in the development of academic, communication, vocational, social and self-regulation skills.

Settings may include classroom, one-on-one environments and the community. Must possess good communication/ collaboration skills.

An associate’s degree or five years experience after high school preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Criminal record checks will be conducted for final candidates.

Submit a resume to: The New School of Montpelier 11 West Street Montpelier, VT 05602 or email to: ddellinger@nsmvt.org No phone calls, please!

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CREAMERY MANAGER/ HEAD CHEESEMAKER

Carpenters Wanted.

Needed Immediately!

Student Employment Specialist

Finish Carpenters, Carpenters and Carpenters Helpers. Good Pay, Full Time and Long Term! Chittenden County.

Call Mike at 802-343-0089 or Morton at 802-862-7602.

Or email morton.bostock@gmail.com

Middlebury College is seeking to fill a critical vacancy for a Student Employment Specialist. This position will be a member of the human resources employment team. Our focus is the management of the Student Employment Office throughout the academic and summer1t-MJSContracting083017.indd student employment seasons.

The successful candidate will work cooperatively with student supervisors to meet their student employment needs and collaborate with human resources colleagues on shared departmental priorities.

CHEESEMAKING AND PROCESSING ASSISTANT Come join the Shelburne Farms Cheese Team! Currently looking for a Cheesemaking and Processing Assistant as well as an experienced cheesemaker to manage the daily cheese production.

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Middlebury is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence. An Equal Opportunity Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse staff and faculty as we work to foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body.

Please note that these postings are under continuous recruitment.

Caregivers, PCAs, LNAs, LPNs and RNs TLC offers Competitive Pay, Paid Time-Off and Flexible Work Schedules to fit your lifestyle.

If you are not able to attend the job fair, please apply on our website at:

mytlcjobs.com

Interviews on the spot, food and free movie tickets to the first 10 applicants at each location.

Come to any of these locations: 1550 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT 192 South Main Street, Barre, VT 65 North Main Street, Rutland, VT 93 South Main Street, West Lebanon, NH

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We are seeking a candidate with three to five years of Human Resources or Student Employment experience, with an emphasis on working with the public and advising managers. A bachelor’s degree is required.

To view the full job description and to apply online please visit:

For more information go to shelburnefarms.org/about/join-our-team

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VERMONT TECHNICAL COLLEGE IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A

Public Safety Officer (part time)

Accounting Support Select Design is currently looking for an energetic and detail-oriented individual with strong communication, computer and organizational skills to join our team in an entry-level accounting role. This role will support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and other administrative type tasks. Strong problem solving skills, technical skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast moving team environment are required.

Compensation is based on experience and technical skills. Benefits include medical and dental, 401K with profit sharing, and an exceptional work environment.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: careers@selectdesign.com

on our Williston, VT campus. Schedule is Wednesday – Friday, evenings & nights, not to exceed 14 hours per week. Compensation: $14.20 hr. plus applicable shift differential and limited benefits including pro-rated leave time. The position is in the Vermont State Colleges Staff Federation union. This position is responsible for the protection of people and property on the Williston campus and assist in the handling of various emergency situations.

For more detailed information on the duties associated with this and other positions currently under recruitment at Vermont Tech, please visit our website: www.vtc.edu, “Work at VTC.” High school education plus 2-3 years of relevant experience including one year of directly related security or law enforcement training/experience required. Good oral and communications skills; ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently; ability to deal effectively with a wide range of individuals, in some instances under stressful, dangerous and/or emergency situations.; relevant first aid training plus knowledge of CPR desirable. Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office software essential. Valid Vermont driver’s license required. A post offer, pre-employment physical is required.

THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO A FINGERPRINT-SUPPORTED CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK. ANY OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON THE SATISFACTORY RESULTS OF THIS CHECK. To apply, please submit a mandatory Vermont Tech employment application with resume and cover letter to jobs@vtc.edu. The employment application is available on the Vermont Tech website, www.vtc.edu. Incomplete application materials will not be considered.

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Seasonal Museum Services Assistants The Museum Services group is responsible for the upkeep and presentation of the Museum’s public spaces and offices. Duties include, but are not limited to, janitorial services, the set-up and break-down of spaces being used for special events and/or facility rentals, and assisting the Preservation and Landscape Department with special projects throughout the Museum. This is an active, dynamic position that interacts with all departments and positively impacts the visitor experience at the Museum.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends as well as accommodate potential special events. Candidates must be 18 years or older and able to drive a golf cart. The ability to lift and carry 40 pounds and do rigorous activity for extended periods of time required.

Visit shelburnemuseum.org for a full job description and to download an application.

Completed application, cover letter, and resume may be sent to Human Resources, PO Box 10, Shelburne, VT 05482

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Admissions and Outreach Coordinator Join the Spring Lake Ranch community as Admissions and Outreach Coordinator.

The Admissions and Outreach Coordinator serves as the primary support and coordinator for all admissions, communications, marketing and fund development efforts conducted by the Ranch.

This position serves as the “keeper” of the Spring Lake Ranch marketing platform on Hubspot. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of inbound marketing, experience with HubSpot (or similar marketing platform), Donor Perfect, and be an effective multi-tasker. Successful candidates will thrive having many balls in the air while keeping a sense of humor.

Please submit a letter explaining your interest in Spring Lake Ranch and your qualifications for this position along with your resume. Respond by email to hr@springlakeranch.org, fax to (802) 492-3331, or mail to Spring Lake Ranch, 1169 Spring Lake Road, Cuttingsville, VT 05738.

8/30/17 4v-SpringLakeRanch090617.indd 11:20 AM Lund’s mission is to help children thrive by1 empowering families to break cycles of poverty, addiction and abuse. Lund offers hope and opportunity to families through education, treatment, family support and adoption.

Full-Time

Line Cook @ The Lobby We are looking to add a new full-time member to our kitchen crew!!

If you have a positive attitude, a solid work ethic, and a passion for fantastic food please email us at info@lobbyrestaurantvt.com

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CO-LOCATED CLINICIAN

ABOUT THE POSITION: • Clinician will provide ASAM level of care treatment recommendations and serve as a substance abuse resource specialist.

• Co-located at the Burlington child welfare office with a Lund case manager as part of an innovative program to bridge agencies.

• Regional Partnership Program provides immediate, holistic, family centered services and increases the collaborative capability of the community to respond effectively to support family systems impacted by substance abuse.

• Works closely with multi-disciplinary treatment team.

CCS is a growing, not for profit human service organization with a strong emphasis on employee and consumer satisfaction.

COMMUNITY INCLUSION FACILITATORS We are currently offering a benefitted inclusion support positions and per diem shifts. This is an excellent job for applicants entering human services or for those looking to continue their work in this field.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR: • Master’s in psychology, social work, or counseling required. Licensure or working toward licensure required; dual licensure in Substance Abuse and Mental Health or Social Work preferred.

• Solid assessment, documentation and narrative writing skills essential.

• Must work well independently yet collaboratively in a child welfare setting with a multidisciplinary team.

We would love to have you here during this exciting time of growth! To join our team, send your letter of interest and resume to Karen at staff@ccs-vt.org.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM AT LUND: • We honor and celebrate the distinctive strengths and talents of our clients and staff.

• Our work encompasses collaboration with a strong team of professionals and a strengthsbased approach to providing services to families.

• Lund’s adoption program provides life-long services to families brought together through adoption.

• Lund’s residential and community treatment programs are distinctive as our work focuses on both treatment and parenting.

• Lund’s educators believe in laughter, the importance of fun, community-oriented activities, and non-stop learning.

• Ongoing training opportunities are available.

• Lund offers competitive pay and paid training, as well as a comprehensive and very generous benefit package including health, dental, life, disability, retirement, extensive time off accrual, 11 paid holidays, and wellness reimbursement. EEO/AA

SHARED LIVING PROVIDER Open your home to someone with an intellectual disability or autism and make a positive impact on their life. CCS is currently offering a variety of opportunities and you might be the perfect match! A generous stipend, paid time off (respite), comprehensive training & supports are available.

For more information contact Jennifer Wolcott, jwolcott@ ccs-vt.org or 655-0511 ext. 118

Building a community where everyone participates and everyone belongs.

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Ivy Computer, Inc. is looking for a Sales & Marketing Manager. We have been a leader in our industry for over 25 years and are ranked among the top 10 fastest growing companies by Vermont Business Magazine.

This management position requires experience, creativity, and great communication skills.

If you want to be a part of our team, please submit a cover letter along with your resume by email to Jobs@IvyComputer.com.

For a full job description go to: http://ivycomputer.com/ jobs.php.

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Payroll Processor/ PayData Workforce Solutions is looking for an additional team Client Service Representative join our Client Service Department as a Payroll Processor/Clien

We’re hiring: • Registered Nurses • Licensed Practical Nurses

• Licensed Nursing Assistants • Dietary Aides

PayData Workforce Solutions is looking for an additional team Representative.

Build your career and thrive in a collaborative and positive work environment, supported by a strong team of nursing leaders.

For more information, contact Jenn Hughes at 919.414.8633 or jennifer.hughes@kindred.com.

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SERVICE COORDINATOR ARE YOU RELIABLE? A QUICK LEARNER? Looking for an applicant who has strong people skills, the ability to multi-task and be a team player. Optical experience is a plus, but will train the right person. Must be pleasant, energetic and dependable.

Please send resume and cover letter to chromaoptics@gmail.com.

member to join our Client Service Department as a Payroll Processor/Client Service Representative. If you have a strong Our Client work with our client worth ethic,Service can work Representatives under timeline deadlines andclosely enjoy working accurate utilizing various import methods in a teampayrolls environment (along with prior Customer Service and including dat Payroll experience), we wanttime to hear from imports. you. Our Client Excel worksheets, and clock TheService ability to perform Representatives with our clients toprojects produce accurate tasks efficientlywork andclosely manage ongoing is necessary. At payrolls utilizing various import methods including data entry, Excel detail is a must. worksheets, and time clock imports. The ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and manage ongoing projects is necessary. Attention Candidates must have prior payroll experience as well as custo to detail is a must.

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Experience handling a large Experience large volume of telephone calls, as well volume of telephone calls, as well as having strong number skills strong number skills or prior payroll experience is required; wor or prior payroll experience is required; working knowledge of the knowledge of the “Evolution” payroll software is desirable.

Exp “Evolution” payroll software is desirable. Experience with Windows Windows Excel, and Outlook is required as we including including Word, Excel, Word, and Outlook is required as well as strong keyboarding skills. keyboarding skills.

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2 openings at the Counseling Service of Addison County in a multidisciplinary case management position (Developmental Services, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Choices for Care Elder program). Extensive training Apply on line at https://paydatapayroll.companycareersite.com/ and mentoring provided but candidates need to have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related 5v-PayData042617.indd 1 4/24/17 11:38 AM field and a B.A. degree. Excellent supervisory, problem solving, and documentation skills required.

Comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, life insurance, generous paid time-off, and retirement plan.

To learn more about CSAC and to apply, visit www.csac-vt.org.

Maintenance Person Full-Time

Wake Robin seeks a Maintenance person to join our Staff.

Our maintenance team utilizes a variety of technical skills to 2v-ChromaOptics03.2917.indd 1 3/24/17 4t-CSAC090617.indd 1:21 PM 1 9/1/17 10:17 AM repair and maintain Wake Robin facilities, resident homes, and grounds. S/he will provide a wide array of repair services involving but not limited to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, adaptive equipment, and grounds. Monitor and maintain computer-based operation systems to include American Flatbread in Middlebury is hiring! fire alarm, motion sensors, and card access locking system.

Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years’ general Employees are more than just “warm bodies” to us – we maintenance experience in a residential or industrial setting, want you to like your job as well as your peers.

This is an Busy outpatient cardiology demonstrated skills in at least two areas mentioned above, open kitchen with a multi-generational staff, focus on good practice seeks full-time as well as a strong aptitude for computer-based operational food, and emphasis on cross-training. No previous kitchen systems. experience required for the right person. Must be motivated, registered nurse. Weekday hours,

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no nights or weekends. Must be BLS certified. Benefits available.

We also have some per diem hours available.

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highly responsible with a positive attitude. Nights/weekends required.

American Flatbread Middlebury Hearth is dedicated to promoting a diverse and positive work environment. We particularly welcome applications from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Pick up an application or email middlebury@americanflatbread.com.

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Wake Robin provides an extensive benefit package and a team centered atmosphere where customer service and resident interaction combine to create a unique and rewarding work environment.

If you have high standards of service and a strong desire to learn, please email hr@wakerobin.com your resume with cover letter to: HR, (802) 264-5105.

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Bakery & Retail Help We are looking for part time retail and bakery help in our busy Shelburne store. Experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidates.

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ASK-int Tag is a premier manufacturer of RFID products. At ASK, quality is always paramount and we take great pride in satisfying our customers with the very best products and services we can provide.

Currently, the following job opportunities are available at our Essex Junction,Vermont facility:

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Family seeking outstanding applicants interested in securing a position looking after three children and assisting in the day-to-day life of a busy household near Burlington. All three children are young (6 and below) and both parents are thoroughly involved in their upbringing, so the right person for the position is someone who can keep everything in the home on track. Whether providing a comprehensive schedule of educational enrichment for the children, handling drop-offs and pickups, running errands, helping with meals, or keeping the house in order, this position requires someone who can handle anything. This is a full-time position covering weekday afternoons and evenings. The right candidate will be flexible, resilient, creative, observant, always thinking two steps ahead, able to anticipate needs and deliver seamlessly, all while being calm, cool, and collected. It is a demanding position involving high expectations, with high compensation to match.

For consideration, please reply with resume and cover letter to unsearch0817@gmail.com

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This key position will lead ASK-intTag Engineering functions as well as manage the company’s process improvement initiatives from conceptual inception to full implementation. Plan, coordinate and drive manufacturing engineering processes to the outcomes of achieving optimum results. Contribute and participate as section leader for plant-wide metrics. Develop project ideas into well-defined project scope including resource justifications and expected outcomes. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering as well as demonstrated ability to marry the equipment, process, and product sides of issues, focusing on delivering the right results for the customer as well as the business results for the company. Exposure to RFID products and services a plus.

Product Line Technical Support Specialist This position will coordinate and drive the development and execution of select customer product requirements into technical data packages, including supporting technical exhibits such as “artwork” for customer RFP/RFQ/RFI proposals and quotations. The incumbent will create data files for transfer to production operations, provide verifications of data packages to customers, and will also provide key technical support of varied internal software platforms. Bachelor’s Degree in IT strongly desired.

Familiarity with RFID products and services a plus.

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Ready to join our team?

to provide individualized support and counseling, facilitate treatment groups, be a primary link between families and school, and inform community and milieu-based programming in our alternative education day treatment setting for students with a variety of mental health and special education needs.

Qualified candidates for this position have a MSW/MA/MS, and most importantly… are dynamic, welcoming, strength-based, success oriented, collaborative, and highly skilled in their work with teens and families.

If this is you – and you’re ready to join our team – please send a letter highlighting your skills and talents, along with your resume, to:

HumanResources@CenterpointServices.org To learn more about our organization and employment opportunities, visit the Join Our Team link at

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Production team members will contribute an excellent work ethic and attention to detail toward the manufacture of ASK’s quality RFID products and services. Positions are currently available on 2nd and4t-NFI090617 3rd shifts with a shift differential offered. Minimum requirements for an entry-level position on the production floor include a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to operate different pieces of equipment and a commitment to achieving excellence in job execution.

ASK-intTag offers employees a standard benefits package which includes medical coverage and 401(k) participation after completing 60 days of satisfactory service.

To apply for one of the positions above, please forward a resume with cover letter to:

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We have immediate openings in our manufacturing department for long-term, full-time & part-time seasonal employment. We will have other opportunities available throughout our company for days, early evening, and weekend shifts. No experience is necessary; we will train you.

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ASK-int Tag, LLC Attn: Demetra Fisher, HR Mgr 1000 River Street, Mailbox 169 Essex Junction, VT 05452

Apply in person. 8 am to 5 pm 210 East Main Street, Richmond, VT 05477

or if preferred, submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:

dfisher@ask-inttag.com.

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Wish you knew how to describe the difference between Bourgogne and Beaujolais, Morgon and Anjou Blanc? Let the palate-savvy oenophiles at Dedalus give you the lowdown on these food-friendly French gems, which are made for everyday drinking.

Meanwhile, the staff from Jasper Hill Farm can also familiarize your taste buds with an array of their award-winning cheeses.

WINE & CHEESE TASTING: Bistro Wines & Jasper Hill Farm: Thursday, September 7, 4-7 p.m., Dedalus Wine Shop, Market & Wine Bar, Burlington, 865-2368. Free. dedaluswine.com

PIZZA SOCIAL A certified organic grower of vegetables and herbs plays host at a wood-fired pizza party followed by a vegetable garden tour.

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HERBAL PLANT WALK FOR THE FAMILY Parents and kids ages 5 through 12 keep their eyes peeled for edible and medicinal vegetation in a wander focusing on herb identification, health benefits and foraging methods. Saturday, September 9, 10 a.m.-noon, Wild Faith Herb Farm, South Burlington. $10-15.

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FIRST THURSDAY CONCERT WITH THE GREEN MOUNTAIN BOYS Enjoy an evening of estate-grown wines along with tunes and tacos at Shelburne’s namesake vineyard. Thursday, September 7, 6-8:30 p.m., Shelburne Vineyard. Free.

Info, 985-8522, shelburnevineyard.com.

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The blackberries were plump, massive and glistened in the light, but they turned out to be prettier than they were tasty. Turns out, not all art is meant to eaten.

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716 Pine Street; 497-0054, zerogravitybeer.com. Open Friday and Saturday, noon to 10 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 9 p.m.

Sometimes you’ve just gotta take a break from hopping to get yourself some hops.

Vermont has more breweries per capita than any other state, and one might aptly think of Pine Street — which is loaded with craft breweries and a cidery — as a sort of boulevard of beer.

One of the stops on the line is 30-barrel Zero Gravity, which got its start at sister biz American Flatbread Burlington Hearth. Here, the brews trend low in alcohol, which is perfect when you plan to sip a few.

Current selections are posted on a gleaming, white-tiled wall above 10 taps and a stainless steel cask that has its own built-in niche, like the finest ancient vase on display at a museum.

Order at the counter and bring your glass to the beer garden, where you can enjoy the sun gleaming through the amber, gold or copper-colored fluid in your mug or stein.

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750 Pine Street, 864-1807, lakechamplainchocolates.com. Open Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A natural stop for those hopping with kids, the Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café is the closest thing Burlington has to Willy Wonka’s domain, without the risk of getting sucked down a chocolate river or turning into a massive blueberry.

The shop features countless factory seconds at reasonable prices, as well as all of the company’s truffles, fudge and packaged products, such as chocolate bars and cocoa.

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For sweet-toothed hoppers, though, the big attraction could be the hot cocoa, coffee and shake bar. Since malteds are hard to find round these parts, I got one made with Dominican Republic-chocolate ice cream. Sweet but not too sweet, it was perfect to hold while meandering back down Pine Street toward the center of town.

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388 Pine Street, 865-2368, dedaluswine.com. Shop open Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wine bar open Friday and Saturday, 4-11 p.m.; closed Sunday.

down the mild heat, and the beef was fresh, cool and diced to just the right consistency.

For hoppers hoping to enjoy a snacksize taste of fine dining, every aspect of Dedalus is a tour de force.

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ArtsRiot

400 Pine Street, 540-0406, artsriot.com.

Open Friday and Saturday, 4:30-10 p.m.; closed Sunday.

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If Dedalus is the venerable Metropolitan Museum of Art of the Pine Street dining scene, ArtsRiot is the gutsy MoMA. The restaurant, bar and event space was opened in 2013 by Felix Wai and PJ McHenry, who burst onto the Burlington scene as impresarios of inventive Art Hop parties and shows.

With an edgy ambiance, murals on the walls and eye-popping color on the plates, ArtsRiot offers giddy fun along with its food and drinks.

It’s hard to choose among the globegalloping dishes, but the Finger Lickin’ Pork Ribs, glistening with fish-sauceladen barbecue sauce, stand out. Nestled on a plate with plum, dots of fried garlic and snowy-white feta, the tender meat was as gorgeous to look at as it was luscious to suck off the bone.

Something about the texture, my dining companion said, made eating the dish feel “intimate.” And I knew exactly what he meant.

We finished the evening with a cup of butterscotch pudding and a glass of Lagavulin scotch neat, and walked into the cool night air slightly lightheaded.

This Riot would make the perfect end to a perfect Art Hop.

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Longtime Burlingtonians know Dedalus as a wine shop on Battery Street. But when it made the move to Pine early this year, owner Jason Zuliani opened a wine bar that is simply stunning, mixing sleek and rustic elements with aplomb.

Warm light pours onto the tables from woven wooden light fixtures overhead. The Zalto wine glasses have the slenderest stems I’ve ever held. Shiny black chairs, rose-tinted water tumblers, raw beams and a long, live-edge table complete the picture.

Before sitting down, my companion and I strolled the shop, sampling cheeses — from a lush water buffalo bloomy rind to a deep-ochre Gouda aged enough to be dotted with protein crystals. The meat case holds some fine examples of charcuterie, and the walls are lined with oils, vinegars, Italian pastas and a perfectly curated selection of condiments.

Our server was visibly excited about the food and even more enthusiastic about the wines he selected and poured.

I tried the sparkling La Roue Qui Tourne rosé from France, while my friend sampled the big, bold 2015 Domaine Giacometti Patrimonio Cru Des Agriate from Corsica, made primarily with the Nielluccio grape.

The cheese plate was a winner, with a trio of goat cheeses at different stages of ripeness, a pungent washed-rind cow cheese, a handful of crackers, Marcona almonds and corn nuts to nibble between bites of cheese.

But the star of the evening was the generous portion of beef tartare, sprinkled with almonds and served over a swipe of puréed eggplant, with a lacing of harissa aioli. Bits of torn mint toned

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State of the State A July article in Newsweek reported that, compared to residents in every other state, Vermonters gave President Donald Trump the lowest approval rating. The former reality-TV star got the thumbs up from just 26 percent of Vermonters. In an act of comic defiance of the unpopular president, author Bill Mares and cartoonist Jeff Danziger teamed up to create The Full Vermonty: Vermont in the Age of Trump. This funny yet thoughtprovoking book includes contributions from notable Vermonters such as former governor Madeleine Kunin, Vermont Life Magazine editor emeritus Tom Slayton and Seven Days writer Sally Pollak. Mares and Danziger launch the political page-turner with a celebration on Thursday at Burlington’s Phoenix Books.

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‘CHASING ICE’: National Geographic photographer James Balog uses time-lapse cameras to capture the world’s changing glaciers in a 2012 documentary. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 748-2600.

‘THE HUNTING GROUND’: Kirby Dick’s 2015 documentary exposes the often-overlooked epidemic of sexual assault on college campuses. Room 207, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 6 p.m. Free.

Info, 635-1408.

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‘LOOK & SEE: A PORTRAIT OF WENDELL BERRY’: This 2016 documentary turns the lens toward the works of a farmer, writer and activist. Shelburne Farms, 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 578-8686.

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GREENER DRINKS: Supporters of commonsense cannabis reform sip beverages and discuss the culture, industry and politics of the agricultural product. Zenbarn, Waterbury, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@vtcannabisbrands.com.

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CATALYSTS OF THE CLIMATE ECONOMY NATIONAL INNOVATION SUMMIT: Entrepreneurs, investors and thinkers come together for speeches, roundtables and discussions centered on solving challenges presented by climate change. See ccecon17.com for details. Ira Allen Chapel, University of Vermont, Burlington, 6-10 p.m. $200. Info, 223-6091.

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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Growing to Be Good In 2013, hemp cultivation and production was authorized in Vermont.

Now, says Heady Vermont editor Eli Harrington in a press release, “the hemp industry is exploding, and we think that there’s a great opportunity for our Vermont working landscapes and their farmers.” This weekend, those interested in agricultural hemp can connect and learn at Heady Vermont’s first annual Vermont Hemp Fest. Be they farmers, artisans or investors, attendees experience exhibitor displays, a pitch competition and panel sessions covering everything from planting and harvesting to business development to the benefits of cannabidiol, or CBD. Lunchtime yoga, evening music by the Mangroves and a keynote address by Growing Warriors founder Michael Lewis cap off this agricultural affair.

BARRE FARMERS MARKET: Crafters, bakers and farmers share their goods. Currier Park, Barre, 3-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, barrefarmersmarket@gmail. com.

VERMONT HEMP FEST Friday, September 8, 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, September 9, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sunday, September 10, 8-11 a.m., at Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center. $10-20.

Info, 424-7642, headyvermont.com.

BATTLE ROYALE: Area bartenders compete for top honors by slinging drinks for customers who vote for their favorite by tipping. Stonecutter Spirits, Middlebury, 5 p.m. Cost of drinks. Info, 388-3000.

CHAMPLAIN ISLANDS FARMERS MARKET: Baked items, fresh produce, meats and eggs sustain seekers of local goods. South Hero St. Rose of Lima Church, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, champlainislandsfarmersmkt@gmail.com.

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‘SLIPKNOT: DAY OF THE GUSANO’: A documentary film captures the chaos and catharsis behind the band’s Mexico City concert. Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7 p.m. $10. Info, 603-448-0400.

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GUIDED TOURS: A historic Gothic Revival house opens its doors for hourly excursions. Self-guided explorations of the gardens, exhibits and walking trails are also available. Justin Morrill Homestead, Strafford, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6; free for kids 14 and under. Info, 828-3051.

Thursday, September 7, 7 p.m., at Phoenix Books in Burlington. $3. Info, 448-3350, phoenixbooks.biz.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: Academy Award-nominated actress Emily Watson narrates an immersive film following a family of highly social mammals in the Kalahari Desert. Northfield Savings Bank Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, noon & 2:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $11.50-14.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under.

Info, 877-324-6386.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: A film follows a herd of large planteating species in Cretaceous Alaska through the seasons and the challenges of growing up.

Northfield Savings Bank Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m., 1 & 3:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $11.50-14.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

CHITTENDEN COUNTY STAMP CLUB MEETING: First-class collectibles provide a glimpse into the postal past at this monthly gathering. GE Healthcare Building, South Burlington, 6:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 660-4817.

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JEFFERSONVILLE FARMERS & ARTISAN MARKET: Live music spices up a gathering of more than 30 vendors. 49 Old Main St., Jeffersonville, 4:30-8 p.m.

Free. Info, jefffarmersandartisanmarket65@gmail. com.

BURLINGTON BUSINESS ASSOCIATION SUMMER SOCIAL: Guests rub elbows with members of the Queen City’s business community. The Spot on the Dock, Burlington, 5-7:30 p.m. $30-45. Info, 872-8111.

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In keeping with its mission to enrich the lives of individuals with paralysis through sport and recreation, the Kelly Brush Foundation has snapped up more than 475 pieces of adaptive sports equipment including monoskis, handcycles and sport wheelchairs. Athletes can contribute to the foundation’s efforts, which include promoting ski-racing safety, by spinning their wheels in the 12th annual Kelly Brush Ride to benefit the nonprofit organization. Active bodies take to bicycles and handcycles for this fully supported excursion through the Champlain Valley, beginning on the Middlebury College Campus and covering 20, 50 or 100 miles of ground. A post-ride barbecue, prizes and words from the foundation’s namesake reward participants.

KELLY BRUSH RIDE Saturday, September 9, registration, 7-9 a.m.; rolling start, 7:30-9:30 a.m.; post-ride events, noon-5 p.m., at Alumni Stadium, Middlebury College. $75-150; free for handcyclists. Info, 846-5298, kellybrushfoundation.org.

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n its Facebook page, Cambridge, N.Y., musical group Cradle Switch cite the likes of Gillian Welch, Bonnie Raitt, and Buddy and Julie Miller as influences. As this list of rootsy role models implies, the five-piece band specializes in Americana music. They combine banjo, mandolin, fiddle, upright bass, percussion and vocals in ballads and up-tempo tunes that draw on bluegrass, country and folk traditions. On Saturday, listeners at Brandon Music may hear classic numbers such as “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry” and “Long Journey Home” alongside original numbers from the band’s self-titled debut album.

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CRADLE SWITCH Saturday, September 9, 7:30 p.m., at Brandon Music. $20; $45 includes dinner; preregister; BYOB. Info, 247-4295, brandon-music.net.

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calendar 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.

LEDDY PARK BEACH BITES: Lakeside picnickers enjoy food-truck fare, a beer garden, kids’ activities and live entertainment. Attendees on two wheels make use of free bike valet service. No dogs, please.

Leddy Park, Burlington, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0123.

NIA WITH LINDA: Eclectic music and movements drawn from healing, martial and dance arts propel an animated barefoot workout. South End Studio, Burlington, 8:30-9:30 a.m. $14; free for first-timers.

Info, 372-1721.

RECOVERY COMMUNITY YOGA: Folks in recovery and their families enrich mind, body and spirit in an all-levels class. All props are provided; wear loose clothing. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.

DO YOU WANT TO LEARN TO PLAY BRIDGE?: Players of varying experience levels put strategic skills to use. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 223-3322.

SCAVENGER HUNT: Lists in hand, community members search Bridge Street bricks for words and phrases. Call for list pick-up locations. Bridge Street, Waitsfield. Free. Info, 496-9416.

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BONE BUILDERS: Folks of all ages ward off osteoporosis in this exercise and prevention class. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 7:30-8:30 & 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

BUTI YOGA: A fusion of power yoga, tribal dance and deep abdominal toning boosts the flow of energy throughout the body in a class for women.

Prenatal Method Studio, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. $10.

Info, hayley_williams_21@hotmail.com.

DIABETES PREVENTION SERIES INTRODUCTORY MEETING: Attendees get the details of a 16-week self-management program designed to help participants decrease their risk for acquiring the metabolic disease. Waterbury Public Library, 5-6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 225-5680.

GENTLE CHAIR YOGA: Relaxing guided meditation follows a 45-minute sequence meant to deepen flexibility and strengthen personal body awareness.

Waterbury Public Library, 11 a.m. Free; preregister.

Info, 244-7036.

GENTLE YOGA IN RICHMOND: Students get their stretch on with Lynn Clauer of Sound & Soul Awakenings. Partial proceeds benefit the Williston Community Food Shelf. Balance Yoga, Richmond, 11 a.m.-noon. $10. Info, 922-0516.

GENTLE YOGA IN WATERBURY: Individuals with injuries or other challenges feel the benefits of a relaxing and nourishing practice. Zenbarn Studio,

SONG CIRCLE: Singers and musicians congregate for an acoustic session of popular folk tunes.

Godnick Adult Center, Rutland, 7:15-9:15 p.m.

Donations. Info, 775-1182.

outdoors

MONARCH BUTTERFLY TAGGING: Nets in hand, nature lovers catch, tag and release the migrating winged wonders. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 3:305:30 p.m. $3-5. Info, 229-6206.

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TRIB UT E C ON CE RT Individuals learn to relax and let go.

Burlington Friends Meeting House, 5:30-6:30 p.m. seminars Free. Info, 318-8605.

ASTROLOGICAL HERBALISM — BALANCING YOUR ZUMBA EXPRESS: A shortened version of this SUN SIGN: Naturalists bring their natal birth guided, beat-driven workout gives students a charts to an out-of-this-world class with Carmen much-needed midday surge of energy. Marketplace Reyes. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Fitness, Burlington, 11:30 a.m.-noon. $12; free for Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. $12-15. Info, herbaltaroist@ members and first-timers. Info, 651-8773. gmail.com. .6

BRIDGE CLUB: Strategic players have fun with the popular card game. Burlington Bridge Club, Williston, 9:15 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. $6. Info, 872-5722.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CLUB MOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS JAM/SOCIAL: Pickers bring their instruments to a meeting of musical minds featuring eats from Taco Truck All Stars. Green Mountain Club Headquarters, Waterbury Center, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7037.

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SUNRISE YOGA: Participants of all levels enjoy slowing down, moving mindfully and breathing deeply while building strength and stamina on the mat.

Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 6-7 a.m. Donations. Info, studio@zenbarnvt.com.

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WOODSTOCK MARKET ON THE GREEN: Homespun products and farm-fresh eats fill tables. Woodstock Village Green, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3555.

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CARPENTERS TRIBUTE CONCERT: Vocalist Sally Olson lends her powerful pipes to top hits by the famed musical duo, such as “We’ve Only Just Begun” and “Close to You.” Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.

NEWPORT FARMERS MARKET: Pickles, meats, eggs, fruits, veggies, herbs and baked goods are a small sampling of the seasonal bounty. Causeway, Newport, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 274-8206.

VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: Local products — think veggies, breads, pastries, cheeses, wines, syrups, jewelry, crafts and beauty supplies — draw shoppers to a diversified bazaar. Depot Park, Rutland, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 342-4727.

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GINGER’S EXTREME BOOT CAMP: Triathletes, Spartan racers and other fitness fanatics challenge themselves to complete Navy Seal exercises during an intense workout. Come in good shape. Private residence, Middlebury, 7-8 a.m. $8-12; for ages 16 and up. Info, 343-7160.

PREMA AGNI & RISING STAR HEALINGS: Delyn Hall promotes wellness with powerful energy healing sessions. Railyard Yoga Studio, Burlington, 3-3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 495-9435.

STONECUTTER SPIRITS COCKTAIL SCAVENGER HUNT: Imbibers vie for prizes by tracking down designated drinks at participating bars. Visit stonecutterspirits.com for the scavenger hunt card.

Various Burlington & Winooski locations. Cost of drinks. Info, 388-3000.

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MIDDLEBURY FARMERS MARKET: Crafts, cheeses, breads, veggies and more vie for spots in shoppers’ totes. VFW Post 7823, Middlebury, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Free. Info, middleburyfarmersmkt@yahoo.com.

PIZZA SOCIAL: A certified organic grower of vegetables and herbs plays host at a wood-fired pizza party followed by a tour of the grounds. Good Heart Farmstead, Worcester, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $10. Info, kyla@nofavt.org.

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PRIDE WEEK FAMILY STORY TIME: Outright Vermont representatives share page-turners to celebrate Pride Vermont. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

SCIENCE & STORIES: MAGNIFICENT MONARCHS: Budding scientists investigate the mysteries of the vibrant butterflies. ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Regular admission, $13.50-16.50; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

STORY TIME: Children are introduced to the wonderful world of reading. Richmond Free Library, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 434-3036.

STORY TIME WITH A TWIST: Wee ones get the wiggles out with songs and narratives. Highgate Public Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 868-3970.

WEDNESDAY STORY TIME: From timeless tales to new adventures, little ones lose themselves in books. Phoenix Books, Essex, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.

language

BEGINNER ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS: Students build a foundation in reading, speaking and writing.

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free.

Info, 865-7211.

INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL SPANISH CLASS: Pupils improve their speaking and grammar mastery.

Private residence, Burlington, 6 p.m. $20. Info, 324-1757.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS: Learners take communication to the next level. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m.

Free. Info, 865-7211.

LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: Hola!

Language lovers perfect their fluency. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE & PSYCHOTHERAPY: Robert Kest guides participants toward a deeper understanding of being and becoming. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, info@hungermountain. coop.

talks

CHARLIE FARRELL: The Milton resident takes listeners from libraries to back roads in “Searching for Vermont Schoolhouses.” Milton Historical Museum, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 363-2598.

LISA ZINN: Ornithology enthusiasts flock to the JSC faculty member’s talk on monitoring nesting bird populations through banding. Room 207, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 4-5:15 p.m.

Free. Info, 635-1327.

TIM BROOKES: The writing is on the wall in the talk “Endangered Alphabets, Cultural Erosion and the Future of the Written Word.” Brookfield Old Town Hall, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 276-3488.

tech

TECH HELP WITH CLIF: Electronics novices develop skill sets applicable to smartphones, tablets and other gadgets. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, noon & 1 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-6955.

theater

‘THE ADDAMS FAMILY’: Witchy Wednesday Addams falls in love with a so-called normal boy in this macabre musical staged by Stowe Theatre Guild. Stowe Town Hall Theatre, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $14-20. Info, 253-3961.

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COMMUNITY CONVERSATION & BOOK READING: Moral philosopher Elizabeth Minnich shares passages and concepts from her 2016 title The Evil of Banality: On The Life and Death Importance of

Thinking. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 479-5600.

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: Arranged by genre, thousands of titles call to avid readers. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Info, 223-3338.

POETRY CIRCLE: Poets, including Vermonter Florence Fogelin, unite to share stanzas and discuss their craft. Bradford Public Library, 4 p.m. Free.

Info, 222-4536.

SHORT FICTION WORKSHOP: Readers give feedback on stories penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup. com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

WRITING CIRCLE: Words flow when participants explore creative expression in a low-pressure environment. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218.

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NEWBERRY MARKET: Shoppers browse specialty foods, clothing, pottery, décor, collectibles and more at a weekly indoor bazaar. Newberry Market, White River Junction, 2-7 p.m. Free. Info, newberrymarketwrj@gmail.com.

conferences

CATALYSTS OF THE CLIMATE ECONOMY NATIONAL INNOVATION SUMMIT: See WED.6, 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

dance

FOR REAL WOMEN SERIES WITH BELINDA: GIT UR FREAK ON: R&B and calypso-dancehall music is the soundtrack to an empowering sensual dance session aimed at confronting body shaming. Swan Dojo, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. $15. Info, bestirredfitness@gmail.com.

VERMONT/NEBRASKA DANCE SAMPLER: Performances by three movement groups support ongoing collaborations between University of Vermont and University of Nebraska-Lincoln dance programs. University of Vermont Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. $5. Info, 656-3040.

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DANCE, PAINT, WRITE: DROP-IN: Teens and adults create, connect, heal and grow through self-guided movement and art set to music. Expressive Arts Burlington, 12:30-2:30 p.m. $20; free for first-timers. Info, 343-8172.

FEAST & FIELD MARKET: Locally grown produce and the folk stylings of the Terrible Mountain String Band are on the menu at a pastoral party. Clark Farm, Barnard, market, 4:30-7:30 p.m.; concert, 5:30-8 p.m. Donations. Info, 234-1645.

GUIDED TOURS: See WED.6.

JOB HUNT HELP: Community College of Vermont interns assist employment seekers with everything from résumé writing to online applications. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1393.

LA LECHE LEAGUE MEETING: Nursing mothers share breastfeeding tips and resources. Essex Free Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, lllessexvt@gmail. com.

QUEEN CITY BICYCLE CLUB MONTHLY RIDE: Women, queer and trans folks empower one another on a group excursion complete with glitter and a giant boom box. Wear a helmet and rock front and rear bike lights. Old Spokes Home, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 863-4475.

film

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‘THE STONE RIVER’: The descendants of Barre’s immigrant stone workers sculpt stories of their ancestors’ struggles in this 2013 documentary. Shelburne Town Hall, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

food & drink

BARK & BREW SERIES: Pups romp around the HSCC play yard while snacks and craft beers tempt pet owners’ taste buds. Humane Society of Chittenden County, South Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $5-20. Info, 862-0135.

BURLINGTON EDIBLE HISTORY TOUR: Foodies sample farm-fresh eats on a scrumptious stroll dedicated to Burlington’s culinary past. Awning behind ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 1-4:15 p.m. $53.50; preregister. Info, 863-5966.

JERICHO FARMERS MARKET: Passersby graze through veggies, pasture-raised meats, coffee and handmade crafts. Mills Riverside Park, Jericho, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, jerichofarmersmarket@ gmail.com.

MILTON FARMERS MARKET: Fresh finds woo seekers of produce, eggs, meat and maple syrup.

Hannaford Supermarket, Milton, 3:30-7 p.m. Free.

Info, 893-1009.

MONTGOMERY FARMERS MARKET: Those in search of baked goods, pizza, Texas barbecue, fresh flowers, produce and meats find what they desire.

Pratt Hall, Montgomery, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 326-4189.

ROYALTON FARMERS MARKET: A cornucopia of farm-fresh fare catches shoppers’ eyes.

South Royalton Town Green, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 763-8302.

can participate in this modified practice. Sangha Studio — North, Burlington, 2-3:15 p.m. Donations.

Info, 448-4262.

COMMUNITY MINDFULNESS: A 20-minute guided practice with Andrea O’Connor alleviates stress and tension. Tea and a discussion follow. Winooski Senior Center, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 233-1161.

CORNWALL FITNESS BOOT CAMP: Interval training helps participants improve strength, agility, endurance and cardiovascular fitness. Cornwall Town Hall, 9-10 a.m. $12. Info, 343-7160.

FORZA: THE SAMURAI SWORD WORKOUT: Students sculpt lean muscles and gain mental focus when using wooden replicas of the weapon.

North End Studio A, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. $10. Info, 578-9243.

HEALING THROUGH YOGA: Anyone with a history of cancer and their care providers are welcome in this stretching session focused on maintaining energy, strength and flexibility. Sangha Studio — North, Burlington, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 448-4262.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION: A peaceful, guided meditation helps participants achieve a sense of stability and calm. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free.

Info, 777-8602.

YOGA: A Sangha Studio instructor guides students who are in recovery toward achieving inner tranquility. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 5-6 p.m.

Free. Info, 448-4262.

VERGENNES FARMERS MARKET: Local food and crafts, live music, and hot eats add flavor to summer evenings. Kennedy Brothers Building, Vergennes, 4-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 233-9180.

THURSDAY PLAY TIME: Kiddos and their caregivers convene for casual fun. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 878-4918.

WOODBELLY PIZZA POP-UP: Foodies take away wood-fired sourdough slices, farinata and other tasty eats made with local ingredients. Call ahead to order whole pies. Woodbelly Pizza, Montpelier, 4-7:30 p.m. $3-26. Info, 552-3476.

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SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

THE ART OF THE CONSCIOUS & CONNECTED BREATH: Dunja Moeller outlines the optimal pattern of inhaling and exhaling. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m.

Free; preregister. Info, dunja@workshopsforabetterlife.com.

BEGINNERS TAI CHI CLASS: Students get a feel for the ancient Chinese practice. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

CHAIR YOGA AT SANGHA STUDIO NORTH: Whether they’re experiencing limited mobility, chronic pain or emotional challenges, attendees

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Bradford Public Library, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536.

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PLAUDERSTUNDE: Conversationalists with basic knowledge of the German language put their skills to use over lunch. Zen Gardens, South Burlington, noon. Cost of food. Info, 862-1677.

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BOZ SCAGGS: Explorations in blues, rock, jazz and R&B highlight the performer’s prowess as a singer, songwriter and guitarist. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 8 p.m. $70-99. Info, 775-0903.

TALL TALL TREES: Experimental banjo player Mike Savino shares his talent. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1408.

seminars

INNER GUIDANCE: A workshop hosted by Eckankar encourages folks seeking insight into life’s challenges to connect with their internal source of truth. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 6-7 p.m.

Free. Info, 800-772-9390.

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FREE AIKIDO CLASS: An introduction to the Japanese martial art focuses on centering and finding freedom while under attack. Aikido of Champlain Valley, Burlington, 6-7:15 p.m. Free. Info, 951-8900.

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CHAIR YOGA AT CHAMPLAIN SENIOR CENTER: Yogis limber up with modified poses. Champlain Senior Center, McClure Multigenerational Center, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 316-1510.

BEGINNER-LEVEL SPANISH CLASS: Basic communication skills are on the agenda at a guided lesson. Private residence, Burlington, 6 p.m. $20.

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BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONG-FORM: Improved mood, greater muscle strength and increased energy are a few of the benefits of this gentle exercise. Winooski Senior Center, 6:45-8 p.m. Free. Info, 735-5467.

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POKÉMON LEAGUE: I choose you, Pikachu! Players of the trading-card game earn weekly and monthly prizes in a fun, friendly environment where newbies can be coached by league leaders. Brap’s Magic, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0498.

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PRESCHOOL MUSIC: Tykes up to age 5 have fun with song and dance. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: Little lit lovers pay attention to age-appropriate page-turners.

Waterbury Public Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

WORCESTER FARMERS MARKET: Food trucks, local produce, bands and kids’ activities bring neighbors together. 52 Elmore Rd., Worcester, 5-8 p.m. Free.

Info, 272-3309.

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‘THE ADDAMS FAMILY’: See WED.6.

‘ALWAYS ... PATSY CLINE’: The country crooner’s friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger anchors this ArtisTree Music Theatre Festival production. The Grange Theatre, South Pomfret, 7:30 p.m. $15-25. Info, 457-3500.

‘KATE: THE UNEXAMINED LIFE’: Janis Stephens portrays actress Katharine Hepburn in Lost Nation Theater’s production of Rick Foster’s biographical play. Montpelier City Hall Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $10-30. Info, 229-0492.

‘OUT OF MY HEAD: AN ECLECTIC COLLECTION MINED FROM THE MIND OF G. RICHARD AMES’: The local performer lifts the curtain on his catalog of original material, including speeches, songs and scenes. QuarryWorks Theater, Adamant, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6978.

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BILL MARES & JEFF DANZIGER: Cartoons and commentary fill the pages of The Full Vermonty: Vermont in the Age of Trump, launched at this celebration. See calendar spotlight. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 7 p.m. $3. Info, 448-3350.

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: See WED.6.

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BOOK & BAKE SALE: Homemade treats sustain bookworms as they browse bargain-priced titles.

Grace United Methodist Church, Essex Junction, 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 879-7943.

community

FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: Senior citizens and their guests catch up over a shared meal.

Montpelier Senior Activity Center, noon-1 p.m. $7-9; preregister. Info, 262-6288.

conferences

CATALYSTS OF THE CLIMATE ECONOMY NATIONAL INNOVATION SUMMIT: See WED.6, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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CRAFTY CRAP NIGHT: Participants bring supplies or ongoing projects and an adventurous attitude to share creative time with other people in recovery.

Turning Point Center, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.

SIT & KNIT: Adult crafters share projects, patterns and conversation. Main Reading Room, Brownell

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GREATER FALLS FARMERS MARKET: Locals break out their shopping bags for fresh veggies, baked goods, salsa, hot sauce and relish. Hetty Green Park, Bellows Falls, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, greaterfallsmarket@gmail.com.

HARTLAND FARMERS MARKET: Strollers snag scrumptious morsels and eye-catching crafts.

Hartland Public Library, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, hartlandfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

BIKE & BREW TOUR: Electric bicycles transport suds lovers to local beer producers via scenic routes.

Old Mill Park, Johnson, noon4 p.m. $75; preregister.

Info, 730-0161.

GHOST WALK: DARKNESS FALLS: Local historian Thea Lewis treats pedestrians to tales of madmen, smugglers, pub spirits and, of course, ghosts. Arrive 10 minutes early. Democracy sculpture, 199 Main St., Burlington, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966.

GUIDED TOURS: See WED.6.

LYNDON FARMERS MARKET: Vendors proffer a rotation of fresh veggies, meats, cheeses and more.

Bandstand Park, Lyndonville, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, lyndonfarmersmarket@gmail. com.

MONTGOMERY FARMERS MARKET: See THU.7.

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PEACE VIGIL: Friends and neighbors come together, bringing along their signs and their hearts. Top of Church St., Burlington, 5-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 899-1731.

VERMONT/NEBRASKA DANCE SAMPLER: See THU.7.

CHICKEN & BISCUITS SUPPER: Diners pile their plates with comfort food, including poultry, stuffing, carrots, cranberries sauce and brownies.

Takeout is available. Carolyn’s Dream Methodist Community Center, Highgate, 4:30-6:30 p.m. $5-8.

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FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Merrymakers cut a rug to the rhythms of the ’90s. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 8 p.m.-midnight. $5-7; BYOB. Info, info@mainstreetmuseum.org.

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, 299-1280.

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ECSTATIC DANCE VERMONT: Jubilant motions with the Green Mountain Druid Order inspire divine connections. Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 505-8011.

BURLINGTON EDIBLE HISTORY TOUR: See THU.7.

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NOVEL WORKSHOP PART 1: Penmen and -women read into the first half of a book by Burlington Writers Workshop member Kelly Bartlett. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

CONTRA DANCE: Chimney Swift jam while Angela DeCarlis calls the steps at a Queen City Contras shindig. Bring clean, soft-soled shoes. Shelburne Town Hall, beginners’ session, 7:45 p.m.; dance, 8 p.m. $9; free for kids under 12. Info, 371-9492.

BRANDON FARMERS MARKET: More than 50 local famers, specialty food producers and artisans offer up their goods. Central Park, Brandon, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Free. Info, 802 273-2655.

RICHMOND FARMERS MARKET: An open-air marketplace connects cultivators and fresh-food browsers. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, 391-0806.

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TECH SUPPORT: Need an email account? Want to enjoy ebooks? Bring your phone, tablet or laptop to a weekly help session. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291, ext. 302.

food & drink

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING: Learn new moves with Ballroom Nights, then join others in a dance social featuring the waltz, tango and more. Singles, couples and beginners are welcome. Williston Jazzercise Fitness Center, lesson, 7-8 p.m.; dance social, 8-9:30 p.m. $10-14; $8 for dance only. Info, 862-2269.

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Sangha Studio — North, Burlington, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $5. Info, 448-4262.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

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ROCHESTER’S FARMERS MARKET NIT HT Y CO NI G JANE AUSTEN WEEKEND: ‘PRIDE LLEGE OF VERMONT & EXCHANGE: Locals start the weekend AND PREJUDICE’: A leisurely weekend of right with a diverse offering of produce, eggs, literary-inspired diversions includes dessert, tea, a meat, baked goods, crafts and music. Park Row, Regency-style dinner party, Sunday brunch, a quiz Rochester, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 353-4620. and talks. Governor’s House in Hyde Park. $345-365 STONECUTTER SPIRITS BIRTHDAY PARTY: includes lodging, meals and activities; preregister.

Imbibers celebrate the distillery’s second lap Info, 888-6888. around the sun with cake and cocktail specials.

MONTHLY WOMEN’S SHARING CIRCLE: Those Hen of the Wood, Burlington, 5 p.m.-midnight. Cost who identify as female gather to laugh, cry and of drinks. Info, 388-3000. connect on a spiritual level. Essex Hub for Women STONECUTTER SPIRITS COCKTAIL SCAVENGER & Business, Essex Junction, 6:30-8 p.m. $10. Info, HUNT: See WED.6. mindfuleuphoria@gmail.com.

SUN TO CHEESE TOUR: Fromage fanatics go behind the scenes and follow award-winning farmfairs & festivals house cheddar from raw milk to finished product.

SOUTH END ART HOP: Vermont’s largest event Shelburne Farms, 1:45-3:45 p.m. $18 includes a of its kind takes over Burlington’s South End Arts block of cheddar. Info, 985-8686.

District with works by more than 600 artists, open TRUCK STOP: Mobile kitchens dish out mouthwastudios, live music, installations, fashion shows tering meals and libations. Live music and a full bar and parties. See seaba.com for details. South End add to the fun. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 5-10 p.m. Cost Art Hop, Burlington, 5-10 p.m. Free. Info, 859-9222. of food and drink. Info, 540-0406.

STOWE JAZZ FESTIVAL: Musicians serve up syncopated sounds from local restaurants, bars games and businesses. Various Stowe locations, 1:30 p.m.BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.6, 9:15 a.m. midnight. Free. Info, 696-2440.

VERMONT HEMP FEST: Exhibitions, workshops and live music draw farmers, investors and others interested in agricultural hemp to this inaugural gathering. See calendar spotlight. Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. $10-20.

Info, 424-7642.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section.

‘GHOSTBUSTERS’: Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and friends battle menacing spirits and a giant marshmallow man in this 1984 sci-fi classic shown outdoors. Woodstock History Center, 8:30-10:15 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3981.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: See WED.6.

SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

health & fitness

ACUDETOX: Attendees in recovery undergo acupuncture to the ear to propel detoxification.

Turning Point Center, Burlington, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.

ADVANCED TAI CHI CLASS: Folks keep active with a sequence of slow, controlled movements. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 1-2 p.m. Free.

Info, 223-3322.

AIKIDO WORKSHOP & DEMONSTRATION: A mental and physical workout is in store for adults who learn the basics of the Japanese martial art. Aikido of Champlain Valley, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, pecor03@gmail.com.

ALL-NIGHT MEDITATION: Studio teachers and local practitioners lead participants through 10 hours of various modalities. Railyard Yoga Studio, Burlington, 9 p.m. Donations. Info, 318-6050.

BONE BUILDERS: See WED.6, 7:30-8:30 a.m.

BUTI YOGA: See WED.6, 6-7 p.m. and 10 a.m.

FELDENKRAIS AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT CLASS: Slow-paced motions pave the way for wellness. The Wellness Collective, Burlington, 12:301:30 p.m. $10. Info, 560-0186.

GET OFF YOUR BUTT & HIT THE FLOOR FELDENKRAIS: Slow easy movements leave students feeling relaxed and smiling. The Wellness Collective, Burlington, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $10. Info, 540-0186.

LIVING RECOVERY: Folks overcoming substance use move, breathe and make positive change in a moderately paced flow yoga class. Sangha Studio — Pine, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Donations. Info, 448-4262.

RECOVERY COMMUNITY YOGA: See WED.6.

REFUGE RECOVERY: A LOVE SUPREME: Buddhist philosophy is the foundation of this mindfulnessbased addiction recovery community. Turning Point Center, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 861-3150.

TAI CHI: Instructor Shaina shares the fundamentals of Yang Style, including standing and moving postures. Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 9-10 a.m.

Donations. Info, studio@zenbarnvt.com.

VAXXED NATION BUS TOUR: Daytime lectures lead to a screening of Vaxxed: From Cover-Up to Catastrophe, a reception and interviews between filmmakers and families with vaccine-related stories. See vaxchoicevt.com for details. Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Free for lectures and film; $5-29 for reception and plenaries. Info, 917-3230.

kids

ACORN CLUB STORY TIME: Little ones up to age 4 gather for read-aloud tales. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 748-8291.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Imaginative gamers exercise their problem-solving skills in battles and adventures. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:308:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-6956.

EARLY-BIRD MATH: Books, songs and games put a creative twist on mathematics for tots ages 2 through 5. Richmond Free Library, 11-11:45 a.m.

Free. Info, 434-3036.

LIVE ACTION ROLE-PLAY: Gamers in middle and high school take on alter egos for mythical adventures. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-5 p.m.

Free. Info, 878-6956.

PRESCHOOL YOGA WITH DANIELLE: Yogis up to age 5 strike a pose, then share stories and songs.

Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

STORY TIME: Picture books, songs, rhymes and puppets work youngsters’ mental muscles.

Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 878-6956.

STORY TIME: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers drop in for books, rhymes, songs and activities.

Winooski Memorial Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free.

Info, 655-6424.

TEEN ART LAB: Youngsters nurture their creativity in an open studio. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, 6th through 8th grade, 3-5 p.m.; 9th through 12th grade, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 253-8358.

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POP UP! PRIDE PARTY: DJ Llu and DJ Laura Boo spin sweet sounds after a massive drag show. Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 8 p.m. $15-20; for ages 18 and up. Info, 652-0777.

music

Find club dates in the music section.

DAVE KELLER: Blues and soul collide in a performance from the Montpelier-based singer and guitarist. Brookfield Old Town Hall, 7 p.m. $10; free for kids under 18; BYOB. Info, 276-3488.

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THE FAB FOUR: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE: Fans go wild when a fully costumed quartet delivers note-for-note renditions of Beatles’ classics.

Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $39-59. Info, 603-448-0400.

FRANCESCA BLANCHARD: The chanteuse of Charlotte blurs linguistic lines in songs from deux visions sung in English and French. Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 855-650-0080.

JEREMY KITTEL TRIO: The fiddle phenomenon fuses elements of jazz, Celtic, classical and electronic styles in an onstage display of virtuosity.

Barrett Memorial Hall, South Strafford, 7:30-9 p.m. $10-20. Info, 333-9004.

‘SLEEPING BABIES / SOCIAL SCULPTURES: BABYMONITORS’: Matt LaRocca and Graham Fisk perform using homemade skateboard instruments while videos of a dance/art performance by Erika Senft Miller and Clark Derbes play on 12 computers.

Solidarity of Unbridled Labour, Burlington, 5-9 p.m.

Free. Info, 864-5884.

outdoors

FALL MIGRATION BIRD WALKS: Avian enthusiasts explore local hot spots for songbird species. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7:30-9 a.m. $10; free for members and kids. Info, 229-6206.

sports

9/11 MEMORIAL 5K RUN/WALK: Athletes make strides to support Vermont Law School’s first-year veteran students. South Royalton Town Green, 3:30 p.m. $25. Info, bertwhidden@vermontlaw.edu.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF VERMONT NIGHT: Fans cheer as race cars zip around the track. Thunder Road Speed Bowl, Barre, 7 p.m. $3-12; $25 per family of four; free for kids 5 and under. Info, 244-6963.

talks

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT FOR EVERYONE: University of Vermont associate professor Lisa Holmes imparts her knowledge in “The Role of the Judiciary in American Politics.” Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2-3 p.m. $5.

Info, 864-3516.

theater

‘THE ADDAMS FAMILY’: See WED.6.

‘ALWAYS ... PATSY CLINE’: See THU.7.

‘KATE: THE UNEXAMINED LIFE’: See THU.7.

‘SAINT JOAN’: A young girl is called to drive the English from France in George Bernard Shaw’s classic play presented by New York City’s Bedlam theater company. Burnham Hollow Orchard Barn, Middletown Springs, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 775-0903.

words

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: See WED.6.

FRIDAY MORNING WORKSHOP: Wordsmiths offer constructive criticism on works in progress by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

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bazaars

BOOK & BAKE SALE: See FRI.8.

FLEA MARKET: Eclectic used items vie for spots in shoppers’ totes. Farr’s Field, Waterbury, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 882-1919.

LAMOILLE VALLEY FLEA MARKET: A silent auction, multiple vendors and a 50/50 raffle keep shoppers happy. Lamoille County Field Days Grounds, Vermont Route 100C, Johnson, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

Info, 888-3636.

MONTPELIER KIWANIS CLUB YARD SALE: Furniture, household items and more are bargained off to raise money for central Vermont children. Montpelier High School, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.

Free. Info, rachel.senechal@gmail.com.

NORWICH ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE: Dealers display a wide variety of attic treasures and collectibles.

Raffles, refreshments and informal appraisals round out the event. Norwich Historical Society and Community Center, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5. Info, 649-0124.

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PAULA POUNDSTONE: The “Wait Wait ... Don’t Tell Me!” comedian elicits big laughs with razorsharp wit and candid humor. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 8 p.m. $30-40. Info, 775-0903.

community

MONTPELIER MEMORY CAFÉ: People experiencing memory loss and their caretakers connect in a relaxed atmosphere. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 223-2518.

OPEN HOUSE: Community members converge to celebrate the completion of a new addition to the church with music and refreshments.

Congregational Church, Middlebury, 2 p.m. Free.

Info, 388-7634.

conferences

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SUMMIT OF VERMONT: Career-oriented men and women network and brainstorm ways to contribute to the future of the state. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. $20. Info, 558-2859.

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BIKE & BREW TOUR: See FRI.8.

BUCKET LIST AUCTION: Unique experiences go to the highest bidder at this benefit for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Burlington. Higher Ground Ballroom, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $10.

Info, 652-0777.

FRANKLIN COUNTY WHITETAILS BANQUET: Social time gives way to a finger-licking meal of barbecue ribs and chicken, raffles, prizes, and an auction.

Highgate Sports Arena, social hour, 4:30 p.m.; dinner, 6:30 p.m. $15-45. Info, 782-3925.

GHOST WALK: DARKNESS FALLS: See FRI.8.

GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION: Patrons of the arts party in honor of the new Upper Valley Music Center. The bash includes concerts, activities, workshops and tours of the South Park Street facility. Colburn Park, Lebanon, N.H., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

Info, 603-448-1642.

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The Lonely Heartstring Band THURS., SEP 14 ZENBARN, WATERBURY CENTER

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Tauk FRI., SEP 15 ARTSRIOT, BURLINGTON

Shrinedom 2017 Shriners Charity Concert SAT., SEP 16 CREEK HILL BARN, IRASBURG

GUIDED TOURS: See WED.6.

INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY MEETING PLACE: Brainstorming leads to forming activity groups for hobbies such as flying stunt kites and playing music. Presto Music Store, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 658-0030.

LEGAL CLINIC: Attorneys offer complimentary consultations on a first-come, first-served basis.

274 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon.

Free. Info, 383-2118.

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HERBAL PLANT WALK FOR THE FAMILY: Focusing on identification, health benefits and foraging methods, kids ages 5 through 12 and their caregivers keep their eyes peeled for vegetation. Wild Faith Herb Farm, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon.

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WRITTEN WORD OUT LOUD SERIES: Poets from Bristol’s South Street Writers’ Cooperative read original work in a gallery setting. Art on Main, Bristol, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 453-4032.

Aug. 25 - Sept. 10

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BOOK SALE: Thousands of gently used titles, CDs, DVDs and puzzles find new homes. Rutland Free Library, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 773-1860.

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‘THE BELLE OF AMHERST’: Elizabeth Wilcox portrays Emily Dickinson in a one-woman play based on the poet’s life. QuarryWorks Theater, Adamant, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6978.

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OPEN HOUSE: Demonstrations of research resources prepare participants for family-tree fact finding. Vermont Genealogy Library, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 310-9285.

SHRED FEST: Those looking to avoid identity theft destroy and dispose of personal documents in a secure environment. New England Federal Credit Union, Williston, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 879-8790.

STRUT: AN ART HOP FASHION EVENT: Creative threads from more than a dozen local designers hit the runway to beats by DJ Robbie J. The Maltex Building, Burlington, 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. $15. Info, 859-9222.

TRIBUTE RIDE: Bikers rev their engines for a 75mile motorcycle excursion supporting Martha’s Kitchen. American Legion, St. Albans, 10 a.m. $25.

Info, 868-3970.

HOMESHARE Bringing Vermonters together to share homes

VERMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING: A business assembly and award presentations give way to “The World of Thomas Waterman Wood,” a keynote address by New York City art dealer Paul Worman. Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 479-8500.

VERMONT PUBLIC RADIO’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY BLOCK PARTY: Listeners go behind the scenes at VPR’s renovated headquarters where they encounter special guests from National Public Radio, food trucks, tours and more. Vermont Public Radio, Colchester, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 655-9451.

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OLD HOME DAYS: Town pride runs high during a day of revelry including a variety show, a chicken barbecue, family activities and more. Plainfield Town Hall, 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 454-8466.

SOUTH END ART HOP: See FRI.8, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

STOWE JAZZ FESTIVAL: See FRI.8, 8 a.m.-midnight.

SWANTON ARTS SPECTACULAR: A celebration of all things creative includes vendors, live tunes, hands-on activities and much more. Swanton Village Park, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Info, darcibenoit@ yahoo.com.

VERMONT GRANITE FESTIVAL: Rock steady!

Demonstrations, live music and performances round out a celebration of Barre and central Vermont’s stone heritage. Vermont Granite Museum, Barre, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $3-5; $10 for families. Info, 476-4605.

VERMONT HEMP FEST: See FRI.8, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

WHITE RIVER VALLEY PLAYERS’ HARVEST FAIR: Live entertainment and a spread of tasty fare fuel fairgoers for crafts, kids’ activities and a flower show. Rochester Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $2. Info, 767-3025.

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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section.

‘THE GLASS CASTLE’: Brie Larson stars as a woman raised by nonconformist parents in a drama based on true events. Woodstock Town Hall Theatre, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $8-9. Info, 457-3981.

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UPPER VALLEY ELECTRIC VEHICLE EXPO: Auto enthusiasts go green at this showcase of alternative transportation options replete with refreshments, a bouncy hose and test rides. Dothan Brook School, White River Junction, noon-4 p.m. Free. Info, 291-9100.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: See WED.6.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

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BACK TO BUELL BARBECUE: Burgers and veggie patties make bellies happy at a benefit for the Gift of Life Marrow Registry. 86 Buell St., Burlington, 12:30-6:30 p.m. Donations. Info, derbyjmd@gmail. com.

BEYOND RAMEN: HOW TO COOK TO IMPRESS: Culinary novices sharpen their skills in the kitchen

during a hands-on workshop. Fairfax Community Library, 10 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 849-2420.

BURLINGTON EDIBLE HISTORY TOUR: See THU.7.

BURLINGTON FARMERS MARKET: Dozens of stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, burlingtonfarmersmarket.org@gmail.com.

CAPITAL CITY FARMERS MARKET: Meats and cheeses join farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and locally made arts and crafts. 60 State Street, Montpelier, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 793-8347.

CHAMPLAIN ISLANDS FARMERS MARKET: Baked items, fresh produce, meats and eggs sustain seekers of local goods. Grand Isle St. Joseph’s Church, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, champlainislandsfarmersmkt@gmail.com.

CHOCOLATE TASTING: With the help of a tasting guide, chocoholics of all ages discover the flavor profiles of four different confections. Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café, Burlington, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1807.

CRAFTSBURY FARMERS MARKET: Food, drink, crafts and family-friendly entertainment are on the menu at an emporium of local merchandise.

Craftsbury Common, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 922-1771.

MIDDLEBURY FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6.

MONTGOMERY FARMERS MARKET: See THU.7.

NEWPORT FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6.

NORTHWEST FARMERS MARKET: Locavores stock up on produce, preserves, baked goods, ethnic foods, and arts and crafts. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, alavista@myfairpoint.net.

NORWICH FARMERS MARKET: Neighbors discover fruits, veggies and other riches of the land offered alongside baked goods, crafts and live entertainment. Route 5, Norwich, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 384-7447.

OPEN FARM DAY & VEGGIE TASTING: Locavores enjoy a feast of the fields, including garlic, tomatoes and other veggies. Guests can take a 2 p.m. guided tour. No dogs, please. Peace of Earth Farm, Albany, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, 755-6336.

RANDOLPH FARMERS MARKET: Locavores support area purveyors who proffer seasonal foodstuffs and arts and crafts. Gifford Green, Gifford Medical Center, Randolph, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, randfarmmarket@yahoo.com.

ROAST PORK SUPPER: Families feast on pork, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, applesauce and dessert, served buffet-style. Vergennes United Methodist Church, 5-6:30 p.m. $5-9. Info, 877-3150.

SHELBURNE FARMERS MARKET: Harvested fruits and greens, artisan cheeses, and local novelties grace outdoor tables. Shelburne Town Center, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 482-4279.

ST. JOHNSBURY FARMERS MARKET: Growers and crafters gather weekly at booths centered on local eats. Anthony’s Diner, St. Johnsbury, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free. Info, cfmamanager@gmail.com.

STONECUTTER SPIRITS COCKTAIL SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

WAITSFIELD FARMERS MARKET: A bustling bazaar boasts seasonal produce, prepared foods, artisan crafts and live entertainment. Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, waitsfieldmarketmanager@gmail.com.

WINDSOR FARMERS MARKET: Locavores go wild for fruits, veggies, maple syrup, honey, eggs, meats, crafts and more. 51 Main St., Windsor, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Free. Info, 359-2551.

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SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

WIFFLE BALL TOURNAMENT: Teams of 10 to 11 players step up to the plate to support the Josh Pallotta Fund. Various Colchester locations, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $50 per player. Info, 233-0630.

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BACKYARD BOOT CAMP: Ma’am, yes, ma’am!

Exercise expert Ginger Lambert guides active bodies in an interval-style workout to build strength and cardiovascular fitness. Private residence, Middlebury, 8-9 a.m. $12. Info, 343-7160.

POWER YOGA: Active bodies bring water, a towel and a mat to this invigorating four-part series that will work every muscle. Sangha Studio — North, Burlington, 8:30-9:45 a.m. $7-12. Info, 448-4262.

R.I.P.P.E.D.: Resistance, intervals, power, plyometrics, endurance and diet define this high-intensity physical-fitness program. North End Studio A, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. $10. Info, 578-9243.

YIN YOGA: Students hold poses for several minutes to give connective tissues a good stretch.

Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 8-9:30 a.m. Donations.

Info, studio@zenbarnvt.com.

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CHERYL WHEELER: The singer-songwriter weaves poetry and humor into her performance.

Willa Mamet and Paul Miller open. Next Stage Arts Project, Putney, 7:30-9 p.m. $22-25. Info, 802-387-0102.

CÒIG: Centuries-old tunes and contemporary compositions carry on the Celtic tradition.

Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $12-22. Info, 603-448-0400.

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LAST TRAIN TO ZINKOV: Fatherand-son duo David and Nathan Gusakov present gypsy jazz and old-time Appalachian music on violin, viola and banjo. Burnham Hall, Lincoln, 7:30 p.m. $10; free for kids and teens. Info, 388-6863.

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JUNIOR CHAMP KART RACING SERIES: Race fans root for drivers ages 6 through 14 as they take laps around an oval track. Thunder Road Speed Bowl, Barre, 3 p.m. Free; $15 for pit entry. Info, crism6@ comcast.net.

LITTLE EXPLORERS: A FAMILY OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAM: Parents and tykes take in natural wonders with Mr. K. Highgate Public Library, 9:15 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 868-3970.

PRIDE WEEK FAMILY STORY TIME: See WED.6, 11 a.m.

SPANISH MUSICAL PLAYGROUP: Language learners up to age 5 get together for stories, rhymes and songs en español. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 878-4918.

STORY TIME EN FRANÇAIS: Caroline Juneau tells tales in her native language. Alliance Française of the Lake Champlain Region, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. $5; free for members. Info, 793-4361.

YOUNG ADVENTURERS CLUB: Nature lovers navigate local trails at a family-friendly pace.

Contact leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, colem2003@hotmail.com.

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RICHIE IACONA & THE BAD LITTLE BIG BAND: Theater lovers get jazzed up for Northern Stage’s upcoming season with an open house and a concert of American popular songs. The Cyn Barrette Trio open. Barrette Center for the Arts, White River Junction, theater open house, 4-6:30 p.m.; music, 7 p.m. $15-40. Info, 296-7000.

VERMONT FIDDLE ORCHESTRA: Bows in hand, skillful players perform pieces of New England, Québécois and Celtic music. Meeting House on the Green, East Fairfield, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 827-6626.

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BENEFIT TRAIL RIDE: Equestrian enthusiasts enjoy Lake Champlain Islands scenery on horseback to support the Champlain Adaptive Mounted Program. Good Hope Equestrian Center, South Hero, 10 a.m. Minimum $125 in funds raised. Info, 372-4087.

CELEBRATING THE LAKE & SACRED WATERS: Lovers of Lake Champlain fête the body of water by rowing, paddling, hiking and engaging in educational and faith-based activities. Boats are provided. Shelburne Bay, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free; $10 for lunch. Info, 316-8545.

ELEPHANT’S HEAD TO WHITEFACE MOUNTAIN HIKE: Outdoor adventurers embark on a two-day excursion with overnight camping. Contact trip leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, kfarone@ yahoo.com.

FALL WARBLER WALK: A conserved forest is a prime location for spotting migrating species on a guided trek with Mad Birders and Vermont Land Trust representatives. Pratt Forest, Duxbury, 7:309:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 262-1222.

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COMPOSTING WORKSHOP: A hands-on demonstration breaks down the steps of transforming food leftovers and yard debris into viable soil.

Tommy Thompson Community Garden, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free; limited space. Info, 872-8111.

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PREMA AGNI: A HEART-OPENING WORKSHOP FOR KIDS: Instructor Delyn Hall demystifies an energy healing symbol through drawing, reading and an art activity for tots and their grownups. Railyard Yoga Studio, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 495-9435.

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NORTHERN THIRD PIANO QUARTET: Elegant and emotive, the ensemble interprets works by Beethoven, Brahms and Martinů. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 8 p.m. $20-25. Info, 760-4634.

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HOPSTOP FAMILY SHOW: MODERN TIMES THEATER: The husband-and-wife duo from Vermont Vaudeville employ pantomime, puppetry and music to entertain petite patrons. Alumni Hall, Hopkins Center for the Arts, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 11 a.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422.

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AIRPLANE RIDES: Thrill seekers ages 8 through 17 take to the sky for 15-minute flights.

Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport, North Clarendon, 9 a.m.-noon. Free.

Info, 322-3767.

STRIDE FOR PRIDE: Runners and walkers kick off Pride weekend on a 5K course along the shores of Lake Champlain. Proceeds benefit the Pride Center of Vermont. Perkins Pier, Burlington, 8:30 a.m.noon. $25. Info, 860-7812.

CRADLE SWITCH: A five-piece acoustic Americana group doles out originals and covers drawing from bluegrass, country, folk and blues traditions. See calendar spotlight.

Brandon Music, 7:30 p.m. $20; $45 includes dinner; preregister; BYOB. Info, 247-4295.

AIKIDO DEMONSTRATION: A Japanese martial-art exhibition focuses on keeping calm and staying safe when under attack. Aikido of Champlain Valley, Burlington, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 951-8900.

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Info, 651-9692.

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KELLY BRUSH RIDE: Handcyclists and bikers spin their wheels on scenic 20-, 50- or 100-mile loops through the Champlain Valley to raise funds for the Kelly Brush Foundation. See calendar spotlight.

Alumni Stadium, Middlebury College, registration, 7-9 a.m.; rolling start, 7:30-9:30 a.m.; post-ride events, noon-5 p.m. $75-150; free for handcyclists.

Info, 846-5298.

LEAF PEEPERS HALF-MARATHON TRAINING SERIES: Runners make strides in a 10-week program with an experienced coach. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 8 a.m. $50; preregister. Info, 229-9409.

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RUN FOR TEXAS 5K: Participants lace up for a 3.1-mile run benefitting Texas flood relief. Vermont Technical College, Randolph, 8-10 a.m. $30. Info, 728-1771.

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SUGARBUSH RYDER CUP: Competitors hit the links for a two-day tournament. See sugarbush. com for details. Sugarbush Resort Golf Club, Warren, 10 a.m. Info, 583-6725.

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COMMUNITY MINDFULNESS WITH THE CENTER FOR MINDFUL LEARNING: Peaceful people gather for guided meditation and interactive discussions.

Burlington Friends Meeting House, 5-7 p.m. $10.

Info, assistant@centerformindfullearning.org.

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BALKAN FOLK DANCING: Louise Brill and friends organize participants into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 4-7 p.m. $6; free for first-timers; bring snacks to share. Info, 540-1020.

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FILM SCREENING & PRINTING DEMONSTRATION: A historic craft is the focus of the 2016 documentary Pressing On: A Letterpress Film. Shelburne Museum, 2-4 p.m. Regular admission, $7-24; free for members, kids under 5 and active military. Info, 985-3346.

GUIDED TOURS: See WED.6.

SARA FRANK CHAPTER OF HADASSAH ANNUAL LUNCHEON: Delicious fare from Kosher Vermont fuels attendees for “Lost and Found: The Jews of Madagascar,” a talk by Barbara Vinick. Temple Sinai, South Burlington, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $36. Info, 876-7257.

PAUL ANDRISCIN: The historian transports listeners to bygone days with “Inquiry Into the Revolutionary Mind: What Were You Thinking John Burgoyne and Friedrich von Riedesel?” Mount Independence State Historic Site, Orwell, 1-2:30 p.m. $5; free for kids under 15. Info, 948-2000.

SHELDON UNCORKED: Oenophiles purchase numbered corks that correspond to take-home bottles of wine. Hors d’oeuvres and curiosities keep the good times going. Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History, Middlebury, 5-7 p.m. $50; $25100 for corks. Info, 388-2117.

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TROY WUNDERLE: A one-man circus show wows audience members. Brookfield Old Town Hall, 4 p.m. $5 per family. Info, 276-3488.

‘ALWAYS ... PATSY CLINE’: See THU.7, 3 & 7:30 p.m.

fairs & festivals

‘THE ADDAMS FAMILY’: See WED.6.

‘THE BELLE OF AMHERST’: See FRI.8.

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ AUDITIONS: Adults and teens vie for roles in a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ holiday story, staged by Vermont Youth Theater. Barre Opera House, noon-3 p.m.

Free; preregister. Info, fineartsbarn@gmail.com.

SOUTH END ART HOP: See FRI.8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

‘KATE: THE UNEXAMINED LIFE’: See THU.7, 2 & 7:30 p.m.

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‘OUT OF MY HEAD: AN ECLECTIC COLLECTION MINED FROM THE MIND OF G. RICHARD AMES’: See THU.7, 2-4 p.m.

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FLEA MARKET: See SAT.9.

BOOK & MEDIA SALE: Bibliophiles snap up secondhand reading materials. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4095.

BOOK SALE: See FRI.8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: See WED.6.

STOWE JAZZ FESTIVAL: See FRI.8, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

VERMONT HEMP FEST: See FRI.8, 8-11 a.m.

film

COHASE 48 HOUR FILM SLAM PUBLIC SHOWING: Cinephiles see the results of a movie-making competition. Bradford Academy, 7:30-9 p.m. Donations.

Info, 518-0030.

‘THE GLASS CASTLE’: See SAT.9.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: See WED.6.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

food & drink

CHOCOLATE TASTING: See SAT.9.

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CARBON SEQUESTRATION ON THE FARM: Agriculturalists join Jack Lazor and the Vermont land trust for a walk and talk about the benefits of grass-based livestock farming. Butterworks Farm, Westfield, 1-3 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 262-1222.

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FIDDLEHEADS, LAMB’S QUARTERS, NETTLES & NUTS: WILD EDIBLE, MEDICINAL & POISONOUS PLANTS: Presenter Michael Caduto leads participants into the field to find the bounty of the forest.

Justin Morrill Homestead, Strafford, 1-2:30 p.m. $10. Info, 765-4288.

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Vintage Inspired Lifestyle Marketplace, Burlington, noon-4 p.m. Free. Info, 488-5766.

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FOOD PRESERVATION PARTY: From kefir and kombucha to sourdough and sauerkraut, locavores join the Swap Sisters for an afternoon of workshops, tasting and trading. Wheelock Mountain Farm, Greensboro Bend, 1-5 p.m. Donations. Info, swapsisters@gmail.com.

GRANDPARENTS DAY BREAKFAST: Families, friends and neighbors fill up on eggs, bacon, sausage and home fries served buffet-style. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 8-10 a.m. $5-8. Info, 223-3322.

GREEN MOUNTAIN BARBECUE CHAMPIONSHIP: Nearly 50 teams from across the region serve up fiery flavors in this culinary smackdown. Samples available from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Abel Mountain Campground, Braintree, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $10 includes one tasting ticket; $5 per additional tasting ticket. Info, 244-8994.

HOG HEAVEN HAM SUPPER: Locals feast on a spread of ham, baked beans, salads, rolls and dessert. United Methodist Church of North Hero, 4:30-6:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, 372-8211.

HUNTINGTON CHICKEN BARBECUE: Slow-roasted poultry, baked beans, rolls, salads and pie make for a hearty dine-in or take-out meal. Brewster Pierce

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Memorial School, Huntington, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $6.5012. Info, 434-4583.

KNIFE SHARPENING: Dull blades, be gone! Jim Cunningham of JRC Knife Sharpening whets cutting tools. Chef Contos Kitchen & Store, Shelburne, second Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $4-5 per knife. Info, 497-3942.

RIVERSIDE GRANGE COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET: A vibrant group of vendors deals in produce, eggs, cut flowers, handcrafted soap, wool products, baked goods and maple creations.

Riverside Grange Hall, West Topsham, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, hgb111@rocketmail.com.

STOWE FARMERS MARKET: An appetizing assortment of fresh veggies, meats, milk, berries, herbs, beverages and crafts tempts shoppers. Red Barn Shops Field, Stowe, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 279-3444.

VERMONT MAC & CHEESE CHALLENGE: Top regional chefs prepare signature recipes at this family-friendly pasta-and-cheese extravaganza complete with live music, a calf petting zoo and Harpoon Brewery beer. Artisans Park, Windsor, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $17-20; free for kids 6 and under. Info, sharon@vermontfarmstead.com.

WINOOSKI FARMERS MARKET: Area growers and bakers offer prepared fare, assorted produce and agricultural products. Champlain Mill Green, Winooski, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, info@downtownwinooski.org.

games

POKÉMON LEAGUE: See THU.7, noon-5 p.m.

SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

health & fitness

CLEAR THE SUBCONSCIOUS KUNDALINI YOGA & MEDITATION SERIES: Students join Sukhpran Kaur to cast off negativity in favor of renewal, love and clarity. Railyard Yoga Studio, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. $14. Info, 318-6050.

TRADITIONAL YOGA FLOW: Breath accompanies each transition during a vinyasa flow focused on body awareness and self acceptance. Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 9-10:15 a.m. Donations. Info, 244-8134.

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SPANISH GROUP CLASSES: Students roll their Rs while practicing en español. New Moon Café, Burlington, 2:45-4:30 p.m. $20. Info, maigomez1@ hotmail.com.

LGBTQ FIBER ARTS GROUP: A knitting, crocheting and weaving session welcomes all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations and skill levels. Pride Center of Vermont, Burlington, noon-2 p.m. Free.

Info, 860-7812.

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BURLINGTON TREE TOURS: Outdoors lovers learn to identify common species on a moderately paced walking tour of the Queen City’s urban forest.

Hilton Burlington, 10-11:15 a.m. & 6-7:15 p.m. $11.91$13; free for kids 10 and under. Info, 343-1773.

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FALL VOLUNTEER WORK PARTY: Helping hands pitch in with window netting, trail work, cleaning and more at a drop-in day. Lunch is provided for participants who preregister. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 434-2167.

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WHO WALKS THESE WOODS: Nature lovers embark on an educational journey into the act of tracking with expert Mike Kessler. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 1-3 p.m. Regular admission, $3.50-7; free for members; preregister. Info, 434-2167.

sports

5K TIMED RUN: Joggers and walkers make strides for the Special Needs Alliance. Spark! Community Center, Lebanon, N.H., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $25. Info, 763-3280.

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LAMOILLE VALLEY RAIL TRAIL BICYCLE: Pedal pushers ride from West Danville to St. Johnsbury and back. Contact trip leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, 660-2834.

Join us Friday, September 15 at 7 PM in Contois Auditorium as we honor Senator Patrick Leahy, a pillar of reason and sanity in a Washington gone, let’s face it, batshit nuts.

SUGARBUSH RYDER CUP: See SAT.9, 9 a.m.

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SEPT 15-17 • THE BCA CENTER, CONTOIS AUDITORIUM AND A VARIETY OF DOWNTOWN VENUES

PAUL ANDRISCIN: “Meaning of the Revolutionary War’s Northern Campaign” enthralls history buffs.

Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, 2-3 p.m. $3; free for kids under 15. Info, 273-2282.

FEATURING: The Canadians Are Coming! • Mindblowing Virtual Reality Demo • Lawyers, Guns & Many, Many Books: The Warren Zevon Collection • The John Elder Robison Roundtable • Jane Austen and the Master Spy • Endangered Alphabets Exhibit • The Grace Paley Poetry Series • J Mae Barizo • Herménégilde Chiasson • Melissa Febos • David Lehman • Shenaaz Nanji • Tim Seibles and many more @ burlingtonbookfestival.com

ROBERT WRIGHT: Contemporary slavery and other forms of coerced labor are the focus of the historian’s talk. Rokeby Museum, Ferrisburgh, 3 p.m. $2 or regular admission, $8-10; free for kids under 5.

Info, rokeby@comcast.net.

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‘ALWAYS ... PATSY CLINE’: See THU.7, 2 p.m.

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‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ AUDITIONS: See SAT.9.

‘KATE: THE UNEXAMINED LIFE’: See THU.7, 2 p.m.

‘KIND MAN MAN KIND’: Hailing from New York City, Bedlam theater company stages Kimberly Pau’s meditation on masculinity. Burnham Hollow Orchard Barn, Middletown Springs, 4 p.m. $10. Info, 775-0903.

‘MARJORIE PRIME’: Presented as part of The Cutting Edge: An Off-Broadway Play Reading Series, Jordan Harrison’s theater work explores the question of what we would remember or forget if given the chance. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 388-1436.

‘OUT OF MY HEAD: AN ECLECTIC COLLECTION MINED FROM THE MIND OF G. RICHARD AMES’: See THU.7, 2-4 p.m.

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PIKNIC ÉLECTRONIK MONTRÉAL: DJ sets and beat-driven music propel a dance party of epic proportions. See piknicelectronik.com for details.

Plaine des jeux, Montréal, 2-9:30 p.m. $13.50-116.

Info, 514-904-1247.

UKULELE MÊLÉE: Fingers fly at a group lesson on the four-stringed Hawaiian instrument. BYO uke.

Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, reference@burlingtonvt.gov.

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PRIDE VERMONT PARADE & FESTIVAL: Performers, marchers and an array of floats color the town with rainbows on a procession from the bottom of Church Street to Battery Park, where vendors, games, eats and entertainment await.

Various Burlington locations, noon-5 p.m. Free.

Info, 860-7812.

NORTHEAST FIDDLERS ASSOCIATION MEETING: Lovers of this spirited art form gather to catch up and jam. American Legion Post 59, Waterbury, noon-5 p.m. Free; donations of nonperishable food items accepted. Info, 431-3901.

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Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

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PEER-LED MINDFULNESS MEET-UP FOR TEENS: South Burlington High School junior Mika Holtz guides adolescents toward increased awareness through music, movement and other techniques. Stillpoint Center, Burlington, 9-10:30 a.m.

Donations. Info, 720-427-9340.

ANDREA BEATON: The award-winning Cape Breton fiddler and composer captivates lovers of traditional tunes with her powerful bow-and-string style.

Private residence, Braintree, 6:30 p.m. $8-20; free for kids 6 and under. Info, 728-6351.

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WILLISTON COMMUNITY PEACE PROJECT: Socially conscious creatives contribute to a collage of peace-themed paintings to be displayed at the library. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-4918.

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CONTACT IMPROV DANCE: Movers engage in weight sharing, play and meditation when exploring this style influenced by aikido and other somatic practices. Aikido of Champlain Valley, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $4. Info, 864-7306.

SALSA MONDAYS: Dancers learn the techniques and patterns of salsa, merengue, bachata and chacha. North End Studio A, Burlington, fundamentals, 7 p.m.; intermediate, 8 p.m. $12. Info, 227-2572.

WEST AFRICAN DANCE: Live djembe and dundun drumming drive a family-friendly class with teacher Seny Daffe of Guinea. Drop-ins are welcome.

Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 5:30-7 p.m. $10-16. Info, studio@zenbarnvt.com.

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CAMPUS TOUR: Potential students ages 16 through 24 check out a facility offering free housing, meals, career technical training, high school diplomas, driver’s licenses and job placement. Northlands Job Corps Center, Vergennes, 9:45 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 877-0121.

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AMERICAN VETERANS VERMONT POST 1: Those who have served or are currently serving the country, including members of the National Guard and reservists, are welcome to join AMVETS for monthly meetings. American Legion, Post 91, Colchester, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 796-3098.

DAY OF REMEMBRANCE: Contemplative amblers get free admission to the historic site for Patriot

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ADVANCED SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONG-FORM: Elements of qigong thread through the youngest version of the Chinese martial art. Winooski Senior Center, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 735-5467.

ADVANCED TAI CHI CLASS: See FRI.8.

BONE BUILDERS: See WED.6.

BUTI YOGA: See WED.6.

RECOVERY COMMUNITY YOGA: See WED.6.

See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section.

SEATED TAI CHI: Movements are modified for those with arthritis and other chronic conditions.

Winooski Senior Center, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 735-5467.

‘THE GLASS CASTLE’: See SAT.9.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: See WED.6.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

VERMONT CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE HERBALISM STUDENT HERBAL CLINIC: Thirdyear interns evaluate individual constitutions and health conditions.

Burlington Herb Clinic, 4-8 p.m. $10-30; preregister.

Info, info@vtherbcenter.org.

food & drink

BTV POLY COCKTAILS: Those who are polyamorous, in an open relationship or just curious connect over drinks. Drink, Burlington, 7 p.m.-midnight.

Free. Info, vermontenm@gmail. com.

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Pizzeria Verità, Burlington, 5-10 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 489-5644.

PUBLIC FARMERS MARKET EVENT: Area producers put veggies, fruits, meats and specialty items on display. Northwestern Medical Center, St. Albans, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, 524-8947.

games

DO YOU WANT TO LEARN TO PLAY BRIDGE?: See WED.6.

MAGIC: THE GATHERING — MONDAY NIGHT MODERN: Tarmogoyf-slinging madness ensues when competitors battle for prizes in a weekly game. Brap’s Magic, Burlington, 6:30-10 p.m. $8.

Info, 540-0498.

MAH JONGG: Longtime players and neophytes alike compete in the popular Chinese tile game.

Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 1-3:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 264-5660.

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BABY & TODDLER STORY TIME: Budding bookworms begin to love literature. Waterbury Public Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

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BABY LAP TIME: Babes up to 24 months experience color, sound and movement through stories, songs, bounces and rhymes. Richmond Free Library, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 434-3036.

PRESCHOOL MUSIC: See THU.7, 11 a.m.

ROBIN’S NEST NATURE PLAYGROUP: Outdoor pursuits through fields and forests captivate little ones up to age 5 and their parents. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-noon. Donations.

Info, 229-6206.

language

ADVANCED-LEVEL SPANISH CLASS: Language learners perfect their pronunciation with guest speakers. Private residence, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. $20. Info, 324-1757.

music

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REMEMBERING SEPT. 11, 2001 WITH BELLS: Thirty minutes of music ring out in honor of the victims of the terrorist attack in New York City. Trinity United Methodist Church, Montpelier, 9:59 a.m. Free. Info, 229-9158.

SAMBATUCADA! OPEN REHEARSAL: Burlington’s samba street band welcomes new drummers.

Neither experience nor instruments are required.

8 Space Studio Collective, Burlington, 6-8:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 862-5017.

seminars

ADVANCE DIRECTIVES & 3SQUARESVT: Ellie Hayes of Central Vermont Council on Aging outlines the legal document stating an individual’s wishes for medical treatment and the state’s food budget subsidy. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

talks

NEWS & BREWS: VTDigger.org social media and community editor Michael Dougherty looks at the impact of online networking platforms on the news landscape. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10:15-11:15 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 225-2664.

tech

TECH HELP WITH CLIF: See WED.6.

words

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: See WED.6.

MONDAY NIGHT POETRY WORKSHOP: Wordsmiths analyze creative works-in-progress penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

MUST-READ MONDAYS: Lit lovers cover The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead.

Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 878-6955.

SHAPE & SHARE LIFE STORIES: Prompts from Recille Hamrell trigger recollections of specific experiences, which participants craft into narratives. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE: Bring a bag lunch to practice the system of communication using visual gestures.

Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m.

Free. Info, 223-3338.

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BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.6, 6:30 p.m.

9/11 MEMORIAL SERVICE: Guest speakers and a performance by the Plattsburgh State Gospel Choir commemorate lives lost. Hawkins Pond. SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., noon. Free. Info, 518-564-3282.

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business

BUSINESS PLANNING: GETTING STARTED: Entrepreneurs prepare to take the plunge in a 10week course covering everything from funding to marketing. Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Office, 6-9 p.m. Free for Rutland residents; preregister. Info, 391-4871.

RENTAL INCOME SEMINAR: Those seeking financial freedom and security get wise to the ways of real estate investment. Preferred Properties, South Burlington, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 318-7654.

community

FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: See FRI.8.

PUBLIC FORUM: The Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative steering committee fields feedback on how to strengthen the state’s outdoor recreation assets. Best Western Waterbury-Stowe, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 249-1230.

TUESDAY VOLUNTEER NIGHTS: Helping hands pitch in around the shop by organizing parts, moving bikes and tackling other projects. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Bike Recycle Vermont, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 264-9687.

crafts

OPEN CRAFT NIGHT: Creative sparks fly in the studio as attendees whip out woven wall hangings and crochet, knitting and sewing projects. Nido Fabric & Yarn, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 881-0068.

dance

BEGINNER WEST COAST SWING & FUSION DANCING: Pupils get schooled in the fundamentals of partner dance. North End Studio B, Burlington, 8-9 p.m. $11-16. Info, burlingtonwestie@gmail.com.

INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED WEST COAST SWING: Fun-loving folks learn the smooth, sexy stylings of modern swing dance. North End Studio A, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $11-16. Info, burlingtonwestie@ gmail.com.

SWING DANCING: Quick-footed participants experiment with different forms, including the Lindy hop, Charleston and balboa. Beginners are welcome.

Champlain Club, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 448-2930.

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WORK SONGS: Folks learn new tunes and put them into practice while toiling on a farm project.

Bonnieview Farm, Craftsbury Common, 8:30 a.m.

Donations; preregister. Info, 223-5234.

film

KNIGHTS OF THE MYSTIC MOVIE CLUB: Cinema hounds view campy features at this ode to offbeat productions. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 356-2776.

NORTHFIELD FARMERS MARKET: A gathering place for local farmers, producers and artisans offers fresh produce, crafts and locally prepared foods.

Depot Square, Northfield, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, northfieldfarmersmarketvt@gmail.com.

OLD NORTH END FARMERS MARKET: Locavores snatch up breads, juices, ethnic foods and more from neighborhood vendors. Dewey Park, Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, oldnorthendfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

TIKI TUESDAYS: Imbibers sip tropical cocktails mixed with Stonecutter Spirits liquor and topped with tiny umbrellas. Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 4-11 p.m. Free. Info, sas@stonecutterspirits.com.

games

BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.6, 7 p.m.

SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

health & fitness

AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT LESSON: From reducing pain to improving mobility, this physical practice reveals new ways to live with the body.

Come with comfy clothes and an open mind. The Wellness Collective, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $10.

Info, 504-0846.

BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONG-FORM: Improved mood, greater muscle strength and increased energy are a few of the benefits of this gentle exercise. South Burlington Recreation & Parks Department, 10:30 a.m.-noon.

Free. Info, 735-5467.

BEGINNERS TAI CHI CLASS: See THU.7.

BRANDON FITNESS BOOT CAMP: Hop to it! Get fit with strength, endurance, agility and coordination exercises. Otter Valley North Campus Gym, Brandon, 5-6 p.m. $12. Info, 343-7160.

DE-STRESS YOGA: A relaxing and challenging class lets healthy bodies unplug and unwind. Balance Yoga, Richmond, 5:45-7 p.m. $14. Info, 434-8401.

MIND-YOGA-NUTRITION TRAINING: Individuals in this unique yoga class apply mindfulness to their relationship with food. Kismet Place, Williston, 6:45-8 p.m. $15. Info, 448-5006.

PEACEFUL WARRIOR KARATE: Martial-arts training promotes healthy living for those in recovery.

Turning Point Center, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.

R.I.P.P.E.D.: See SAT.9, 6-7 p.m.

STAYING FIT THROUGH FALL: Strength, agility, coordination and heart-healthy exercises are modified for folks of all ability levels. Charlotte Senior Center, 9:15-10 a.m. $10. Info, 343-7160.

kids

CHILDREN’S UNDERGROUND FILM SOCIETY: Monthly movie screenings encourage viewers of all ages to think critically about artful cinema. Big Picture Theater and Café, Waitsfield, 5:30 p.m. $5.

Info, 496-8994.

FALL STORY TIME: A wide variety of seasonally inspired books jump-starts preschoolers’ earlyliteracy skills. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

‘THE HOBBIT’: Bilbo Baggins embarks on a perilous journey in search of hidden treasures in a No

NESTLINGS FIND NATURE: Books, crafts, nature walks and outdoor activities give preschoolers a look at how songbirds develop and grow. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Regular admission, $3.50-7; free for members and kids under 3. Info, 434-2167.

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language

‘LA CAUSERIE’ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Native speakers are welcome to pipe up at an unstructured conversational practice. El Gato Cantina, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0195.

LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: ITALIAN: Speakers hone their skills in the Romance language over a bag lunch. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

presents

PAUSE-CAFÉ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Frenchlanguage fanatics meet pour parler la belle langue.

Gather on the terrace in fair weather. Burlington Bay Market & Café, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 363-2431.

SOCIAL GATHERING: Those who are deaf or hard of hearing or want to learn American Sign Language get together to break down communication barriers. The North Branch Café, Montpelier, 4-6 p.m.

Cost of food and drink. Info, 595-4001.

music

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AN EVENING OF MUSIC WITH FATHER RAY KELLY: The man known as “the singing priest from Ireland” brings a bit of the Emerald Isle to the capital city.

Danielle O’Hallisey opens. Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $20-50. Info, 321-543-7105.

OPEN JAM: Instrumentalists band together for a free-flowing musical hour. Borrow an instrument or bring your own. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 3-4 p.m. Free. Info, 888-4928218, ext. 300.

OPEN MIC: Singers, players, storytellers and poets entertain a live audience at a monthly showcase of local talent. Wallingford Town Hall, 7-9 p.m. Free.

Info, 446-2872.

seminars

AT BURLINGTON September THU 7 BILL MARES & JEFF 7PM DANZIGER: THE FULL VERMONTY Book launch celebration for this political satire on Vermont in the age of Trump.

WED 13 JOANNA TEBBS YOUNG: 7PM LILIAN BAKER CARLISLE FRI 15 KEN HAEDRICH: 5-7PM THE HARVEST BAKER Free tasting.

TUE 19 GREEN WRITERS PRESS 7PM COMES TO BURLINGTON!

Join Peter Gould, Tim Weed, Nancy Hayes Kilgore, & Nadine Budbill.

SAT 23 EVERYBODY COOKS RICE 11AM Story time with City Market. Free.

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MANAGING STRESS: A WORKSHOP FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS: An examination of the signs and causes of strain gives way to an exploration of tension-reducing strategies. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 476-2681.

Book launch event!

Phoenix Books Burlington events are ticketed unless otherwise indicated. Your $3 ticket comes with a coupon for $5 off the featured book.

Proceeds go to Vermont Foodbank.

MEDICARE & YOU: AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDICARE: Members of the Central Vermont Council on Aging clear up confusion about the application process and plan options. Central Vermont Council on Aging, Barre, 3-5 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 479-0531.

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BILL MARES, CHRISTOPHER LOURAS & BOB STANNARD: A chorus of Green Mountain State voices sounds off in The Full Vermonty: Vermont in the Age of Trump. See calendar spotlight. Phoenix Books, Rutland, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 855-8078.

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BACK TO SCHOOL: HEALTHY SNACKS & LUNCHES: Meal plans, batch-cooking strategies and easyto-assemble dishes are on the agenda during a culinary class with Lisa Masé of Harmonized Cookery. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5-6 p.m. $3-5; preregister. Info, info@hungermountain.coop.

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LA LECHE LEAGUE MEETING: Nursing mothers share breastfeeding tips and resources. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 720-272-8841.

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MAKING RUBBER BAND BRACELETS: Youngsters create baubles using only pencils and colored bands. Waterbury Public Library, 3-4 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 244-7036.

‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

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LEARN MODERN COUNTRY-WESTERN SQUARE DANCE: Swing your partner! Beginners get a feel for new steps at an introductory class. Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 985-2012.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: See WED.6.

LEGO FUN: Creative types build unique structures with rectangular pieces. Kids under 8 require adult supervision. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

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by Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio. Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7 p.m. $10. Info, 603-448-0400.

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CREATIVE NONFICTION WORKSHOP: Folks give feedback on essays, poetry and journalism written

by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: See WED.6.

THE MOTH STORY SLAM: SCHOOLED: Wordsmiths have five minutes to tell true tales inspired by a shared theme. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10; preregister; limited space. Info, 540-0406.

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bazaars

JEFFERSONVILLE FARMERS & ARTISAN MARKET: See WED.6.

community

COFFEE HOUR: Friends, neighbors and AARP Vermont volunteers catch up on upcoming activities and issues facing older Vermonters. Cups of coffee are free! The Skinny Pancake, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, 951-1313.

CRIME VICTIM LISTENING FORUM: Survivors open up to Vermont Center for Crime Victim Services representatives about their experiences with the criminal justice system. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 241-1250, ext. 112.

GREENER DRINKS: See WED.6.

OAKLEDGE PARK UNIVERSALLY ACCESSIBLE PLAYGROUND PRESENTATION: Locals learn about plans for Vermont’s first universally accessible playground. Public Works Department, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7089.

crafts

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAPTER OF THE EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA: Needleand-thread enthusiasts fine-tune their techniques. Living/Dining Room, Pines Senior Living Community, South Burlington, 9:30 a.m. Free for first-timers; bring a bag lunch. Info, 372-4255.

DROP-IN HIP-HOP DANCE: See WED.6.

environment

AUTUMN NETWORKING & ‘ONE BIG HOME’ FILM SCREENING: Folks mingle with members of the Vermont Green Building Network, then watch a documentary about the trend toward giant houses on Martha’s Vineyard. Norwich University, Northfield, 5:30-8 p.m. $10; free for members. Info, 735-2192.

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NEWS & BREWS: Citizens chat up Vermont business people and policy makers over cups of joe.

Generator, Burlington, 8-9 a.m. Free. Info, 540-0761.

DO YOU WANT TO LEARN TO PLAY BRIDGE?: See WED.6.

OPEN MIC NIGHT: Feats of comedy, music, poetry and storytelling fill five-, 10- and 15-minute time slots. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, 7-9 p.m. Donations. Info, info@mainstreetmuseum. org.

health & fitness

GUIDED TOURS: See WED.6.

Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $10-40.

Info, 603-646-2422.

BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.6.

film

SCAVENGER HUNT: See WED.6.

BONE BUILDERS: See WED.6.

BUTI YOGA: See WED.6.

GENTLE YOGA IN RICHMOND: See WED.6.

GENTLE YOGA IN WATERBURY: See WED.6.

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GINGER’S EXTREME BOOT CAMP: See WED.6.

‘DENIAL’: Derek Hallquist turns his camera toward transgender and environmental issues in his documentary. A discussion follows. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

PREMA AGNI & RISING STAR HEALINGS: See WED.6.

NIA WITH LINDA: See WED.6.

RECOVERY COMMUNITY YOGA: See WED.6.

SUNRISE YOGA: See WED.6.

WEDNESDAY GUIDED MEDITATION: See WED.6.

‘HERE TODAY’: Bess O’Brien directed this 2002 documentary addressing the heroin epidemic in Vermont. A panel discussion follows.

Rutland High School, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 655-4800.

ZUMBA EXPRESS: See WED.6.

kids

LEGO CLUB: Kiddos ages 6 and up snap together snazzy structures. Fairfax Community Library, 3-4 p.m. Free; preregister.

Info, 849-2420.

‘MEERKATS 3D’: See WED.6.

MOVIE: Snacks are provided at a showing of a popular flick. Call for details. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

SCIENCE & STORIES: APPLES: Little ones taste their way through local varieties of the crisp, crunchy fruit. A SU ‘WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: N.1 D E 0|E K story and a craft cap off the fun. ECHO TC. | S HE DO N U NC OR PREHISTORIC PLANET 3D’: See WED.6.

L Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Regular admission, $13.50-16.50; free for food & drink members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

BARRE FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6.

STORY TIME: See WED.6.

CHAMPLAIN ISLANDS FARMERS MARKET: See STORY TIME WITH A TWIST: See WED.6.

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COMMUNITY MEAL: Diners dig into a hot lunch.

United Church of Johnson, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 635-1247.

WEDNESDAY STORY TIME: See WED.6.

COMMUNITY SUPPER: See WED.6.

BEGINNER ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS: See WED.6.

MIDDLEBURY FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6.

NEWPORT FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6.

PENNYWISE PANTRY: On a tour of the store, shoppers create a custom template for keeping the kitchen stocked with affordable, nutritious eats.

City Market/Onion River Co-op, Burlington, 6:307:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 861-9700.

PIZZA SOCIAL: See WED.6, Mighty Food Farm, South Shaftsbury, 5-7:30 p.m.

VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: See WED.6.

WOODSTOCK MARKET ON THE GREEN: See WED.6.

outdoors

MONARCH BUTTERFLY TAGGING: See WED.6.

seminars

BE AWARE OF SCAMMERS: Attendees learn how to tell if they’re being targeted in fraudulent activities.

Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.

LEARN TO MAKE A TINCTURE: Herbalist Shona R. MacDougall talks students through the steps of making alcohol extracts. Community Room, Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, info@hungermountain.coop.

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FAITH EXAMINED: A faith-based discussion of the essay collection Jewish Voices in Unitarian Universalism focuses on life’s big ideas. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10:15 a.m. Free. Info, faithexamuufp@gmail.com.

JOHN FATHERLEY: The author reminisces about his affection for and the history of a Green Mountain State magazine in “Vermont Life: A Retrospective.”

Bradford Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536.

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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WINDOWS: Let’s get technical! Students learn to use the mouse, keyboard and operating system components.

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 865-7217.

TECH HELP WITH CLIF: See WED.6.

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BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: Nonfiction fans delve into abolitionist Harriet Ann Jacobs’ autobiography Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free; preregister.

Info, 863-2345.

FALL COLORS BOOK SALE: See WED.6.

language

JOANNA TEBBS YOUNG: The author reconstructs a life in Lilian Baker Carlisle: Vermont Historian, Burlington Treasure: A Scrapbook Memoir. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 7 p.m. $3. Info, 448-3350.

INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL SPANISH CLASS: See WED.6.

MUSLIM GIRLS MAKING CHANGE: A group of young wordsmiths promotes social justice through poetry. Stearns Performance Space, Johnson State College, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1247.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS: See WED.6.

LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: See WED.6.

music

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LOS ANGELES GUITAR QUARTET: The Grammy Award-winning foursome presents a spirited program including “Road to the Sun” by Pat Metheny.

Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center for the Arts,

SCIENCE FICTION WORKSHOP: Burlington Writers Workshop members join author Andrew Liptak for a discussion of the genre. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup. com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

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art ART & POTTERY IN MIDDLEBURY: Adult: Mon. p.m.

Oils, Mon. a.m. On & Off the Wheel, Weds a.m. Beginner/ Intermediate Oil & Pastels, Weds p.m. Wheel, Thurs a.m. Oils, Thurs p.m. Drawing, Thurs p.m. Pastels.

Kids after-school clay classes: Mon. & Wed. Wheel, Tue. HandBuilding. Kids Art: Miniature World, Art of the World, Holiday Gifts. See website for schedule.

Location: Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Route 7, Middlebury.

Info: Barbara Nelson, 247-3702, ewaldewald@aol.com, middleburystudioschool.org.

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EXPRESSIVE ARTS OPEN STUDIO: We are entering a new season, a time of new beginnings. In this 6-week class cycle, we will explore in a safe, open, expressive arts studio to combine creative expressive art-making with reflections for ourselves on the themes of beginnings and forgiveness. No prior art or writing experience necessary. Support and guidance is available throughout. Fri., Sep. 22 & 29, Oct. 20 & 27, Nov. 3 & 10, 10-12:30 p.m Cost: $25/2.5-hour class. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington.

Info: Jennie Kristel, 860-6203, jkristel61@hotmail.com, journeyworksvt.com.

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Call 865-7166 for info or register online at burlingtoncityarts.org.

Teacher bios are also available online.

ABSTRACT PAINTING: Explore the many exciting possibilities of abstract painting through a variety of fun demonstrations and exercises designed to help you open up and work intuitively.

Experiment with paint of your choice (water-soluble oils, acrylics or watercolor) and a variety of other mixed media. Learn from fellow students and discuss techniques and ideas in a supportive setting. Beginners are welcome.

Students are responsible for some materials (see materials list online). Thu., Nov. 2-Dec. 14, 6-8:30 a.m. No class Nov. 23.

Cost: $225/person; $202.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

ADOBE LIGHTROOM: Learn how to easily upload, organize, edit and print your digital photographs using Adobe Lightroom.

RAW file management, exposure/ white balance corrections and printing high-quality archival inkjet prints on our Epson printers will be covered. Bring a Maccompatible portable drive with your images to the first class. No experience necessary. Instructor: Dan Lovell. Mon., Nov. 6-Dec. 11, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $275/person; $247.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

ADULT WHEEL DROP-IN: Curious about the pottery wheel? Spend a Friday night with our pottery instructors learning the basics of wheel throwing with clay. This is a great introduction to our studio for those who don’t have time for an eight-week class or who just want to have fun with other beginner potters. There is a $5 additional fee per clay piece to be kept, fired and glazed. No registration necessary, but space is limited. First come first served.

Groups larger than six people are encouraged to set up a private workshop. Ages 18+. Instructors: Alex Costantino, Alissa White & Kate McKernan. Fri., Sep. 22-Dec. 15, 7:30-9 p.m. No class Nov. 10 or 24. Cost: $10/person; $9/BCA members. Purchase drop-in card & get 6th visit for free! Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

BLACK & WHITE DARKROOM: Explore the analog darkroom and learn how to properly expose black and white film, process film into negatives, and make silver gelatin prints. Class price includes film, paper and darkroom access during open-lab hours for the duration of the class. Bring your manual 35mm or medium-format film camera to the first class. No experience necessary. Instructor: Rebecca Babbitt. Mon., Oct. 16-Dec. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m. No class Nov. 20.

Cost: $285/person; $256.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

COLOR FILM PROJECTS: Learn how to scan, edit and print your color film and receive feedback on your work in this introduction

to working with color film in a digital workflow. Film scanning basics, editing techniques and printing on our large-format Epson archival color printers will be covered. This class will also explore ideas in contemporary photography through special readings, and we will discuss the technical, aesthetic and conceptual aspects of your work in supportive critique sessions.

Tue., Oct. 17-Dec. 12, 6-9 p.m. No class Nov. 21. Cost: $360/person; $324/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

CONTEMPORARY FIGURE PAINTING: Intermediate and advanced painters, revitalize your painting practices with a contemporary approach to the figure. Turn the page on traditional representation, using fresh color and dynamic composition to strengthen your personal expression. Work from live models each week, explore a variety of contemporary techniques with non-toxic water soluble oils and get supportive feedback in a small group environment.

Figure drawing experience is recommended. Students are responsible for some materials.

(See materials list online). Wed., Sep. 20-Nov. 8, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Cost: $360/person; $324/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

DIY HALLOWEEN COSTUMES: Students will create one-of-akind Halloween costumes that will blow away those storebought costumes and impress their friends. Cut, sew and craft your way to the best Halloween ever! Basic materials are provided; please bring two ideas of what you want to dress up as and any material or old clothes to help create your costume.

Students must also bring a bag lunch and snacks. Parents are invited to a costume parade at 3 p.m. Registration required.

Ages 6-12. Fri., Oct. 20, 8-3 p.m.

Cost: $88/person; $79.20/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

DIGITAL SLR CAMERA: Explore the basic workings of the digital SLR camera and learn how to take the photographs you envision. Demystify f-stops, shutter speeds, sensitivity ratings and exposure, and analyze the basics of composition. Bring your camera and owner’s manual to the first class. Pair with Adobe Lightroom to learn how to edit and print your images. No experience necessary. Instructor: Dan Lovell. Mon., Sep. 18-Oct. 30, 6:30-8:30 p.m. No class Oct. 9.

Cost: $180/person; $162/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

DOCUMENTARY STORYTELLING: Learn how to tell a compelling story with your photographs! This class will introduce participants

to the process of documentary storytelling and include discussions of subject matter, composition, editing and story structure.

Group discussion and critiques as well as shooting assignments, readings and writing exercises will give participants the opportunity to begin a new photographic project or refine works in progress. Film or digital photography acceptable. Prerequisite: Basic camera knowledge. Wed., Oct. 4-Nov. 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost: $180/person; $162/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

DRAWING: Learn a variety of drawing techniques including basic perspective, compositional layout and use of dramatic light and shadow. Students will work mostly from observation and will be encouraged to work with a variety of media including pencil, pen and ink, ink wash, and charcoal. No experience necessary.

Price includes all basic drawing materials. Wed., Sep. 20-Oct. 25, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $225/person; $202.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

DRAWING DROP-IN: Spend the evening with other local artists drawing a still-life or one of our experienced models. Figure model nights will be on the first and third Friday of the month; the remaining nights will feature a unique still-life set up to practice your drawing skills. Please bring your own drawing materials and paper. No registration necessary. Ages 18+. Instructor: Carolyn Zuaro. Fri., Sep. 22-Dec. 15, 7:30-9 p.m. No class Nov. 10 or 24. Cost: $10/person; $9/BCA members. Purchase drop-in card & get the 6th visit free! Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

EARRINGS: Come check out the jewelry and fine metals studio by making your own silver earrings.

Open to all skill levels. Class includes copper and brass, silver ear wire, and all basic tools. Silver can be purchased separately.

Instructor: Sarah Sprague. Thu., Nov. 9, 6:30-9 p.m. Cost: $37/ person; $33.30/BCA members.

Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING: Expand your drawing vocabulary while you discover the possibilities of abstract drawing styles and compositions. Starting with direct observation of familiar objects and natural forms, learn how to use both traditional and experimental techniques to create drawings that have a strong visual impact and wealth of personal meaning. A variety of drawing mediums and sizes will be explored, with plenty of flexibility to incorporate individual visions. Some drawing experience is recommended. Wed., Sep. 20-Oct. 25, 6-8:30 p.m.

Cost: $180/person; $162/BCA

members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

FAMILY WHEEL DROP-IN: Explore BCA’s clay studio while hanging out with the family. Try the pottery wheel or create amazing clay sculptures while our staff gives demonstrations. There is a $5 additional fee per clay piece to be kept, fired and glazed. No registration necessary, but access to wheels is limited. Groups larger than six people are encouraged to set up a private workshop.

All ages. Instructors: Alex Costantino, Alissa White & Kate McKernan. Fri., Sep. 22-Dec. 15, 5-7 p.m. No class Nov. 10 & Nov. 24. Cost: $10/person; $9/BCA members; purchase drop-in card & get 6th visit free! Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

JEWELRY: Learn the basics of creating metal jewelry.

Techniques covered will include sawing, piercing, filing, annealing, soldering, texturing, cold connections, basic hollow construction, ring sizing and more, so that students can create at least two completed pieces. Students will also be encouraged to explore different styles of contemporary and historical jewelry, design process, and the use of alternative materials through the studio library, the internet and on their own. Wed., Sep. 27-Nov. 1, 6:308:30 p.m. Cost: $204/person; $183.60/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

LINOCUT: In this three-week class, students will have the opportunity to create small designs with the relief technique of linoleum block printing. We will print these one-color blocks by hand or with the printing press, and then add color by experimenting with watercolor paints. This class is a fun opportunity to make cards, holiday gift tags or art to share, since we will have the chance to print multiples once you make your block. Please bring ideas or sketches (8” x 10” or smaller) to the first class so we can get started right away! Thu., Nov. 2-16, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $114/person; $102.60/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

MIXED-LEVEL DARKROOM: Refine your analog darkroom skills and receive feedback on your work in this supportive, project-based class. Guided sessions to help you improve your printing and film-processing techniques and discussion of the technical, aesthetic and conceptual aspects of your work will be included.

Bring a portfolio of recent images to the first class. Prerequisite: Black & White Darkroom or equivalent experience. Thu., Sep. 21-Nov. 9, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $330/ person; $297/BCA members.

Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington.

Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

MIXED-LEVEL JEWELRY: This is a less-structured, fine-metals jewelry class for students who would like to work on a specific project, brush up on their techniques or learn some new techniques with the aid of an instructor there to coach them. Open to all skill levels, but some experience is helpful for this open-style class.

Instructor: Sarah Sprague. Wed., Nov. 15-Dec. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

No class Nov. 22. Cost: $136/ person; $122.40/BCA members.

Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

MIXED-LEVEL WHEEL THROWING: Mixed-Level Wheel supports students across a range of skill and experience levels who have thrown on the wheel. This course is rooted in fundamentals and encourages individual projects. Demonstrations and instruction will cover centering, throwing, trimming and glazing, as well as forms and techniques determined by students. Class price includes your first bag of clay and open studio access during the weeks of your class.

Additional clay is sold separately.

Wheel throwing experience required. Wed., Sep. 20-Nov. 8.

Option 1: 9:30 a.m.-noon. Option 2: 1:30-4 p.m. Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

OIL PAINTING: Learn how to paint with non-toxic watersoluble oils. With an emphasis on studio work, this class will begin with fun exercises. Using direct observational skills, we’ll work on still life and referencing photographs. We’ll also explore landscape. Discover a variety of painting techniques and learn how to apply composition, linear aspects, form and color theory to your work. Beginners are welcome. Students are responsible for some materials. (See materials list online). Tue., Sep. 26-Nov. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $300/ person; $270/BCA members.

Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington.

Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

POTTERY DECALS: This onenight workshop will introduce students to the use of waterslide decals to add surface decoration to their ceramic art. Topics covered will include the history of ceramic decals, sourcing commercially printed decals, printing your own iron-rich decals, application of decals to pottery, firing and food safety. All decals and tools provided by BCA. Students are responsible for bringing their own glazed and fired pottery.

Basic knowledge of working with clay is recommended. Nov. 29, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $25/person; $22.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

PRINTMAKING: This introductory class will show you a whole range of printing techniques that can be used on their own or in

combination to create unique artwork. Over six weeks, you’ll be introduced to the studio’s equipment and materials and learn techniques such as block printing with linoleum, collograph (a low-relief intaglio technique) and monoprinting. Class price includes basic supplies and open studio access during the weeks of your class. Thu., Sep. 21-Oct. 26, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $255/ person; $229.50/BCA members.

Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

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SILKSCREEN: Expert screen printer, Aaron David, will introduce you to silkscreening and show you how to design and print t-shirts, posters, fine art and more! Students will learn a variety of techniques for transferring and printing images using hand-drawn, photographic or borrowed imagery. Students will learn how to apply photo emulsion, how to use a silkscreen exposure unit and how to print on a variety of surfaces. Students can bring their own screens or purchase one through the studio.

No experience necessary! Wed., Sep. 20-Nov. 8, 6-8:30 p.m.

Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

ADULT: ACRYLIC PAINTING: Instructor: Misoo Filan. Learn fundamental acrylic painting techniques including colormixing, paint and brush handling, composition, form, and value.

This course is perfect for a beginner painter and someone who would enjoy a water-soluble paint medium. Topics we will cover are still life, landscape, portrait and old-masters reproduction. Sat., Sep. 9-Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $217/person; member discount avail. Location: The Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne, Info: 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org.

ADULT: DRAWING FOUNDATIONS: Instructor: Misoo Filan. Learn the fundamental skills of observational drawing. Explore the technical and conceptual foundation of drawing using a variety of drawing materials such as graphite, charcoal, pen and ink. Develop personal goals while examining creative concepts through demonstrations. Materials not included. Mon., Nov. 6-Dec. 18, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $217/person; member discount avail. Location: The Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne, Info: 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org.

dance DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes, nightclub-style, group and private, four levels.

Beginner walk-in classes, Wed., 6 p.m. $15/person for one-hour class. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 598-1077, info@salsalina.com.

REIKI II TRAINING: In Reiki II, students will be given the three Reiki II attunements, learn to offer Reiki long distance, and learn three main symbols of work to allow more intensive healings.

Students will also be taught core positions and lots of time to practice the hand positions on each other. Wed., Nov. 15, 22 & 29, Dec. 6 & 13. Cost: $200/Total class. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington.

Info: Jennie Kristel, 860-6203, jkristel61@hotmail.com, journeyworksvt.com.

drumming DJEMBE & TAIKO: Classes in Burlington, Hyde Park and Montpelier. Drums provided.

Classes for adults (also for kids with parents) Mon., Tue. & Wed. in Burlington. Wed. a.m. or Friday a.m. in Hyde Park. Thu. in Montpelier. Most classes are in the evenings or after school. Conga classes, too! Visit our schedule and register online. Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington; Capital City Grange, 6612 Rte. 12, Berlin; Moonlight Studios, 1670 Cleveland Corners Rd., Hyde Park. Info: 999-4255, burlingtontaiko.org.

feldenkrais AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT: The Feldenkrais Method, a form of somatic education, will help you to overcome aches and pains, reduce muscle tension, and increase your self-knowledge, flexibility and awareness of your body. Learn with Feldenkrais practitioner Uwe Mester (more than 10 years of experience) every Tuesday at Sacred Mountain Studio in Burlington. For more information, please visit vermontfeldenkrais. com. Tuesdays starting Sep. 5, 9:30-10:30 a.m. First class free; $15/subsequent class. Location: Sacred Mountain Studio, 215 College Street, Burlington. Info: Uwe Mester, 735-3770, movevt@ gmail.com, vermontfeldenkrais. com.

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ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE: FALL SESSION: Eleven-week French classes for adults starting on Sep. 11. Morning, afternoon and evening classes available in Burlington and evening classes only in Colchester and Montpelier. We also offer 6 or 7-week literature classes in Burlington and French for Travelers in Montpelier. We serve the entire range of students from the true beginners to those already comfortable conversing in French. See website for schedule. Location: Alliance Française of the Lake Champlain Region, 43 King St., Burlington. Info: Micheline Tremblay, 881-8826, michelineatremblay@gmail.com, aflcr.org.

BONJOUR! FALL FRENCH COURSES: Oh la la! Three levels of adult classes: beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate. Engaging small groups led by Madame Maggie, fluent French speaker, stellar teacher who lived in Paris, West Africa.

Held in beautiful atelier. Jumpstart your brain and get ready to visit Quebec, France and beyond.

Private lessons available. Beg: Thu., Oct. 5-Nov. 16, 6-7:30 p.m.

Adv. beg.: Tue., Oct. 3-Nov. 14, 5:15-6:45 pm. Int.: Tue., Oct. 3-Nov. 14, 7-8:30 p.m. Cost: $220/ seven-week course. Location: Wingspan Studio, 4A Howard St., Burlington. Info: 233-7676, maggiestandley@gmail.com, SPANISH CLASSES BEGINNING SOON: Now’s the time to sign up. Learn from a native speaker via small classes, individual instruction or student tutoring.

You’ll always be participating and speaking. Lesson packages for travelers. Also lessons for young children; they love it! Our 11th year. See our website or contact us for details. Ten-week sessions start the week of Sep. 11. Cost: $225. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: 585-1025, spanishparavos@gmail.com, spanishwaterburycenter.com.

martial arts ACHIEVE YOUR POTENTIAL: Come to Wu Xing Chinese Martial Arts. Join other thoughtful, intelligent adults to learn and practice tai chi, kung fu, meditation and dynamic physical exercises.

Maximize your mental tranquility

VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial arts combat style based entirely on leverage and technique. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu self-defense curriculum is taught to Navy SEALs, CIA, FBI, military police and special forces. No training experience required.

Easy-to-learn techniques that could save your life! Classes for men, women and children.

Students will learn realistic bully-proofing and self-defense life skills to avoid them becoming victims and help them feel safe and secure. Our sole purpose is to help empower people by giving them realistic martial arts training practices they can carry with them throughout life.

IBJJF & CBJJ certified black belt 6th-degree Instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr.: teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. A five-time Brazilian National Champion; International World Masters Champion and IBJJF World Masters Champion. Accept no Iimitations! Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Rd., Williston. Info: 598-2839, julio@ bjjusa.com, vermontbjj.com.

meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Through the practice of sitting still and following your breath as it goes out and dissolves, you are connecting with your heart. By simply letting yourself be, as you are, you develop genuine sympathy toward yourself. The Burlington Shambhala Center offers meditation as a path to discovering gentleness and wisdom.

Shambhala Cafe (meditation and discussions) meets the first Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.noon. An open house (intro to the center, short dharma talk and socializing) is held on the third Sunday of each month, noon-2 p.m. Instruction: Sun. mornings, 9 a.m.-noon, or by appt. Sessions: Tue. & Thu., noon-1 p.m., & Mon.-Thu., 6-7 p.m. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington.

performing arts BILL REED VOICE STUDIO: Bill Reed Voice Studio is currently auditioning news students for the fall semester. We offer private voice lessons, workshops, master classes and more. For more information and to schedule an audition, please contact Sally Olson, managing director at sallyolson@billreedvoicestudio.com.

Location: Bill Reed Voice Studio, South Burlington, billreedvoicestudio.com.

PLAYBACK: IMPROVISE REAL LIFE: Playback Theatre is a form of interactive, improvisational theater that invites the audience or group members to tell stories from their lives. Using Playback, a person’s story is told and acted for them using sound, movement and improvisation in the context of healing, community building and social justice. Basic forms of Playback Theatre are taught. Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Cost: $50/6-hour class. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington. Info: Jennie Kristel, 860-6203, jkristel61@hotmail. com, journeyworksvt.com.

photography PHOTOGRAPHER’S WORKROOM: This class on project and portfolio development emphasizes process and practice to develop a body of work with a set intention or story. Instructor: Marcie Scudder.

Tue., Sep. 19-Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: $250/person; $225/ members. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe. Info: 253-8358, education@helenday. com, helenday.com.

SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY: Instructor: Paul Rogers. Explore both basic and radically expressive photo processes to capture, edit and present photos on your smartphone in an artistically expressive way. Sat., Sep. 30, 9 a.m.4:30 p.m. Cost: $110/person; $85/ members. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe.

Info: 253-8358, education@ helenday.com, helenday.com.

printmaking 6TH ANNUAL STEAMROLLER PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP: Join fellow families and artists in making some BIG prints with heavy machinery at Sushi Yoshi in Stowe. A great time for all!

Sat., Sep. 16 (rain date Sep. 17), 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $20/person.

Location: Sushi Yoshi parking lot, 1128 Mountain Rd., Stowe.

Info: Helen Day Art Center, 2538358, education@helenday.com, helenday.com.

PRINTMAKING WITHOUT A PRESS: Discover unique and experimental printing and transfer methods without a press.

Combine these methods for unlimited potential. Instructor: Suzanne Siegel. Sep. 24-25, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $250/person; PRINTMAKING

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REIKI I TRAININGS: Reiki is a universal life energy connecting all living beings. It’s taught as a gentle, powerful and empowering form of healing for the body, mind and soul. Many people learn Reiki for self-healing. Students will learn the history of Reiki; be given Reiki I attunements; learn basic Reiki treatments for people, plants and animals; and develop their personal connection with Reiki. Wed., Oct. 11,18 & 25, Nov. 1 & 8. Cost: $150/Total training. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington.

Info: Jennie Kristel, 860-6203,

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MARTIAL WAY: Colchester and Milton locations. Classes in self-defense, Karate, Kung Fu, Jiu Jitsu and Tai Chi. We have 14 different age and experience levels, so the training is always age- and skill-appropriate. Beginner or experienced, fit or not yet, young or not anymore, we have a class for you! Days and evenings; see website for schedule and fees. Location: Martial Way Self Defense Center, 73 Prim Rd., Colchester, Colchester. Info: David Quinlan, 893-8893, info@martialwayvt.com, martialwayvt.com.

Info: 658-6795, burlingtonshambhalactr.org.

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DSANTOS VT SALSA: Experience the fun and excitement of Burlington’s eclectic dance community by learning salsa. Trained by world famous dancer Manuel Dos Santos, we teach you how to dance to the music and how to have a great time on the dance floor! There is no better time to start than now. Mon. evenings: beginner class, 7-8 p.m.; intermediate, 8:15-9:15 p.m. Cost: $12/1-hour class. Location: North End Studios, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Jon Bacon, 355-1818, crandalltyler@hotmail. com, dsantosvt.com.

DREAMING FOR THE COLLECTIVE: Jung felt strongly (and subsequent experiences of Jungian analysts have corroborated) that in many instances people dream about collective problems or global issues. If you have had a dream you think might hold wisdom for our community or the world, and you are willing to share it, this forum is an opportunity for you to do so.

If you have a relevant dream but can’t make one of the sessions, you can email/mail it, and we will discuss it and record our conversation about it for you. Sep. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 8, Apr. 12, May 10; 7-9 p.m. Free. Location: Jungian Center for the Spiritual Sciences, 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury, info@ jungiancenter.org,

and clarity, physical health and fitness, and self-confidence. For people who never thought this would be for them. Fri., 6-7 p.m. & 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-noon & noon-1 p.m.; Tue., 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: $12/1-hour class; $40/mo. (incl. all classes offered); $5/trial class. Location: 303 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: 355-1301, info@ wxcma.com, wxcma.com.

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WHEEL THROWING: This class is an introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio.

Students will work primarily on the potter’s wheel, learning basic throwing and forming techniques while creating functional pieces such as mugs, cups and bowls. Students will also be guided through the various finishing techniques using the studio’s house slips and glazes.

Class price includes your first bag of clay and open studio access during the weeks of your class. Additional clay is sold separately. Option 1: Wed., Sep. 20-Nov. 8, 6-8:30 p.m. Option 2: Thu., Sep. 21-Nov. 9, 6-8:30 p.m.

Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

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jkristel61@hotmail.com, journeyworksvt.com.

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THROWING SETS: In this fourweek class, students will be guided through the process of creating wheel-thrown sets.

Topics will include making multiples of the same piece, stacking mugs and nesting bowls, and serving sets specific to a type of food or beverage, such as a sake bottle with matching cups or a coffee cup with saucer.

This intermediate-level course is intended for students with proficiency in centering, throwing cups and throwing bowls. Thu., Nov. 16-Dec. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. No class Nov. 23. Cost: $170/person; $153/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.

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$225/members. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe. Info: 253-8358, education@helenday.com, helenday.com.

psychology LOVE YOURSELF, LOVE OTHERS: Free talk by Jungian therapist and author Jeremiah Abrams about understanding and integrating your shadow, that hidden part of us, to heal the wounds of love and move on toward the love-filled life we long to live.

Sep. 12. 1-hour free talk. Location: Fletcher Free Library, 235 College St. Burlington. Info: Katey Foster, 999-0074.

tai chi BEGINNER TAI CHI IN BURLINGTON: At Long River Tai Chi Circle, we practice Cheng Man-ch’ing’s “simplified” 37 posture Yang-style form. The three pillars of our study are Form, Sensing Hands and Sword.

Patrick is a senior instructor at Long River in Vermont and New Hampshire and will be teaching the classes in Burlington. Starts Oct. 4, 8-9 a.m. Open registration through Oct. 25. Cost: $65/ mo. Location: North End Studios, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington.

Info: Long River Tai Chi Circle,

Patrick Cavanaugh, 490-6405, patrick@longrivertaichi.org, longrivertaichi.org.

SNAKE-STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: 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.

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, ipfamilytaichi.org.

well-being DIDGERIDOO CLASS: Central Vermonter and didgeridoo pioneer Pitz Quattrone teaches how to play didgeridoo for sleep apnea relief and for everyone interested in learning to play.

Folks are welcome to bring their own didges. Pitz will also have plenty of his wood, hand-crafted didges on site for purchase, starting at $65. Intimate venue, limited space. Preregistration required. Please email Pitz at pitzquattrone@gmail.com. Tue., Sep. 12, 19 & 26, 7-8:30 p.m. Cost: $75/series of 3 classes. Location: Pitz’s Didgeridoo Vibroacoustics studio, 395 Paine Turnpike N., Berlin, 2 driveways down from Berlin park & ride, I-89 Exit 7.

WELLNESS RETREAT WITH CES!: Earn CEs from George Russell, Cynthia Wood, Annie Powell and Dale Montelione Grust during a November weekend getaway!

Topics include scoliosis, orthobionomy, hip and knee pain, dermatology, and therapeutic antiaging face and neck treatments.

Join us for a fun, soothing, relaxing and educational weekend with discounted rates! Register at http://bit.ly/2qlmbGh. Nov. 11-12. 4-16 CEs avail. ($100-$350).

Location: Lake Morey Resort, 1 Clubhouse Rd., Fairlee. Info: 5520217, education@amta-vermont. org, amta-vermont.org.

workshop for writers. Those of all genres learn techniques to bring characters to life, craft authentic dialogue that furthers the piece, and launch into writing with riveting First Pages. Knowles’ techniques work with fiction and non-fiction alike. Sat., Sep. 9, 10 a.m.- 2p.m. Cost: $150/4-hour intensive class. Location: Shelburne Town Offices, 5420 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, VT. Info: Write Stories Now, Paula Diaco, 343-5684, paula@writestoriesnow.com, writestoriesnow.com.

YOGA & RECOVERY GROUP FOR FOLKS LIVING W/ LYME DISEASE: Join as we practice gentle restorative poses suitable for all levels. Afterward, join the discussion as we share and support one another on the often confusing and isolating journey to wellness while living with lyme disease. Wear comfortable clothing. Sign up or find more information at Laughingriveryoga. com. Aug. 27, Sep. 10, Oct. 29, Nov. 19, Dec. 17, 2-3:30 p.m. By donation. Location: Laughing River Yoga, The Chase Mill, 1 Mill St., Burlington.

BALANCE YOGA CLASSES & WORKSHOPS: Offering a variety of yoga classes & wellness workshops to meet individual needs from beginners to experienced yogis seeking to deepen their practice. Our welcoming community offers support to experience and explore yoga, meditation, sound therapy and bodywork.

First class free for Vermonters.

See website to schedule private or group sessions. See website for daily class information. Cost: $15/ drop-in class; $130/10-class card; $70/5-class card; $115/monthly unlimited; workshop costs vary.

Location: Balance Yoga, 840 W. Main St., Richmond, VT. Info: 4348401, balanceyogavt@gmail.com, balanceyogavt.com.

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EVOLUTION YOGA: Evolution Yoga and Physical Therapy offers

yoga classes for everyone from beginner to expert. Choose from a wide variety of drop-in classes, series and workshops in Vinyasa, Kripalu, Core, Gentle, Vigorous, Yoga on the Lake, Yoga Wall, Therapeutics, and Alignment.

Become part of our yoga community. You are welcome here.

Cost: $15/class; $140/10-class card; $5-10/community classes.

Location: Evolution Yoga, 20 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: 8649642, evolutionvt.com.

HONEST YOGA: Honest yoga offers practices for all levels. We just expanded to have two practice spaces! Your children can practice in one room while you practice in the other. No need for childcare. Yoga and dance classes ages 3 and up. Brand-new beginners’ course: This includes two specialty classes per week for four weeks plus unlimited access to all classes. We have daily heated and alignment classes kids classes in yoga and dance.

We hold yoga teacher trainings at the 200- and 500-hour levels, as well as children and dance teacher training courses. Check our our website for dance classes and yoga summer camps! Daily classes & workshops. $50/new student (1 month unlimited); $18/class; $140/10-class card; $15/class for student or senior; or $110/10-class punch card; $135/ mo. adult memberships; $99/ mo. kid memberships. Location:

Honest Yoga Center, 150 Dorset St., Blue Mall, next to Hana, South Burlington. Info: 497-0136, honestyogastudio@gmail.com, honestyogacenter.com.

RAILYARD YOGA STUDIO: Railyard Studio welcomes you to classical yoga, meditation and healing offerings. Kundalini Yoga: Sukhpran, Thu., 9:30-11 a.m. and Sun 5:30-7 p.m. Mansukh: Thu., 7-8:30 p.m. Dharma Yoga: Tue., 5:30-7 p.m. Healings by appointment, see website for details. See website for schedule. Location: Railyard Yoga Studio, 270 Battery St., Burlington. Info: 318-6050, railyardyoga@gmail.com, railyardapothecary.com.

SANGHA STUDIO | NONPROFIT, DONATION-BASED YOGA: Sangha Studio builds an empowered community through the shared practice of yoga. Free yoga service initiatives and outreach programs are offered at 17 local organizations working with all ages. Join Sangha in both downtown Burlington and the Old North End for one of their roughly 60 weekly classes and workshops. Become a Sustaining Member for $60/month and practice as often as you like! Daily.

Location: Sangha Studio, 120 Pine St. and 237 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 448-4262, info@ sanghastudio.org.

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The HR Director will oversee the HR team and is responsible for the development and execution of department strategies, objectives and metrics aligned with Howard Center's strategic intent. This leader will oversee all aspects of Human Resources practice and process, including compensation and benefits, recruitment and retention, training and development, employee and labor relations, policy development, and regulatory compliance. Present priorities include ensuring all of these functional areas are aligned with and supportive of the agency's ongoing strategic integration of client service programs and the agency's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Required: 3 years of experience in leadership position; 5 years of HR experience in a similar role with similar degree of responsibilities for an organization of comparable size and complexity. Full time.

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Outpatient Clinician/ Substance Abuse Clinical Care We have an exciting opportunity for a licensed clinician to provide care coordination and psychotherapy to a diverse set of clients. Approximately 50% of the position will be providing care coordination to clients receiving buprenorphine treatment through Howard Center's new "Spoke" program.

The remaining portion of the job will be to provide individual and/or group psychotherapy to adults, children, families and/or clients with intellectual disabilities. This is an ideal position for an applicant that wishes to work within a team of outpatient clinicians providing an array of different services to a diverse population. Master's plus LCMHC or LICSW or LADC required. Full time.

Sub-Registered Nurse/ Medication Assisted Treatment Program Seeking a Registered Nurse to cover vacancies. Our nurses are responsible for safely dispensing methadone and buprenorphine products and maintaining all Nursing Dispensary operations. Must have excellent attention to detail and organizational skills plus strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Supervisor Positions/ First Call for Chittenden County Currently recruiting for Supervisor I and Supervisor II. Join First Call for Chittenden County, Howard Center's emergency services program, as a Supervisor.

First Call responds to mental health emergencies with the philosophy that the caller defines the crisis. Duties include internal and external training, direct clinical service, shift coverage, and direct staff supervision. Master’s degree, licensed/license-eligible and leadership/supervisory experience.

Howard Center offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, as well as generous paid time off for all regular positions scheduled 20 plus hours per week.

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year ago, Richard Bailey wasn’t thinking about reuniting Dysfunkshun. The ’90s-era raprock hybrid known for staunchly antifascist, antidiscrimination messaging had been dormant for years. The 48-yearold guitarist and saxophonist was more focused on his wife and daughter, his role as the event compliance coordinator for the City of Burlington, collecting antiques, and writing and recording the debut album for his new, whiskey-fueled rockabilly band Swillbillie.

Then Donald Trump became president, and things changed.

Last January, Burlington metal legends Rocketsled reunited to pay tribute to the long-standing teen venue 242 Main, which closed in 2016 after more than 30 years of operation. Bailey attended the reunion and decided that if Rocketsled could do it, so could Dysfunkshun. Given that this year marks the 25th anniversary of the band’s 1992 formation — and with the rising toxicity of the nation’s political climate — he and his former bandmates decided it was now or never.

Dysfunkshun play a reunion show one night only, on Saturday, September 9, at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington. Locals Dirty Blondes, the Tsunamibots and Blowtorch add support.

Many players came and went over Dysfunkshun’s 10-year run. Aside from Bailey and co-front man Marc Daniels, the rest of the lineup changed repeatedly.

The band cycled through more bassists than Spinal Tap did drummers. The current roster includes late-era drummer Ornan McLean, Ben Bouchard on second guitar and Aram Bedrosian on bass.

Despite frequent personnel changes, one thing always remained constant: the band’s vehement political statements. “[We] had this band that was saying, ‘This is what could happen. We could have this figurehead, fascist leader,’” says Bailey. “Did we really think that would happen? I don’t know. I’m sure in our own adolescent outlook we thought it could. But this has become a reality.”

Dysfunkshun printed their song lyrics for distribution at shows, similar to the way activists dole out pamphlets on college campuses. Their stringent

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messaging was clear in songs such as “Right It” (“I’m pissed at the goddamned institution / It’s fucking up the meaning of the Constitution”) and “Pro-Life (Anti-Choice)” (“Mother and baby both become slaves of the system / Bona fide victims of fundamentalist politicians”).

“We were coming out of the Reagan

“If you talk to any punk kid from my generation, this stuff isn’t new,” he says of those shocking events. “I was getting beat up by Nazis — I sang about it in Dysfunkshun.”

Politics aside, if you ask people who were around the scene in the ’90s, they’ll likely tell you that Dysfunkshun were not

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years,” Bailey says. “He was the Trump of our day. [But] at least he acknowledged the formality of the office.”

The recent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Va., reaffirmed Bailey’s decision to get the band back together.

exactly representative of Burlington’s collective sound — and Bailey knows it.

“We were somewhat … not at odds, but fringed [in] the Burlington scene because of what we were doing musically,” he says.

“Dysfunkshun didn’t sound like anything else that was going on in Burlington in the late ’90s,” Vermont Youth Orchestra development and finance manager Martha Pullen writes in an email. She frequented 242 in its heyday and is compiling a commemorative book about the all-ages club.

“They were definitely one of the most underappreciated bands to come out of Burlington.”

“Most of the Burlington bands were of the indie-rock variety, or jam-rock,” says Dennis Wygmans. He co-owned the venerable Club Toast until its closure in 1998 and was something of a mentor to the band.

Dysfunkshun may have been the only local band blending funked-up punk riffs with hip-hop lyrics, but their style was a growing trend nationally in the ’90s and early 2000s. Composite acts such as Limp Bizkit, 311, Rage Against the Machine, Kid Rock and even the sun-dappled strains of Red Hot Chili Peppers similarly merged disparate influences and were wildly successful.

Dysfunkshun fit in with the shift toward musical hybridization. They reached peak perfection on their final albums, Hi-Fi Stereotype and You’re Soaking in It, which they’ll revisit at the reunion.

The band came close to hitting the big time, too. In their early years, Dysfunkshun brought on Anthony Countey as manager. He also managed famed hardcore punk band Bad Brains.

Dysfunkshun rubbed elbows with skapunk fusionists Fishbone and alternative pop-funk band Living Colour and frequently played gigs in New York City for industry “mucky-mucks,” as Bailey calls them.

“Throughout our tenure, CBGB was our home away from home,” he says of the notorious East Village club, which permanently closed more than a decade ago. “We played there every month.”

The band’s mountaintop moment was perhaps its 2000 appearance on the USA network’s short-lived television series “Farmclub.com.” (The episode also included a brief segment about Burlington punkers Dirty Blondes.) The STICKING IT TO THE MAN

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for nearly two decades. His life behind the mixing console has placed him in the orbit of many influential musicians, though he’s a bit cagey about name-dropping.

“There have been a tremendous amount of household names I’ve been involved with,” Petit says. “That’s the best way to say it. What’s the [point] of saying I’ve worked with MICHAEL MCDONALD or BOZ SCAGGS or whoever the hell it is?”

Locally, he leads a few combos of various sizes and has played with GRIPPO FUNK BAND. In addition to his incredulity about the comingling of genres, he feels passionately about the ineffable energy a festival instills in its performers.

“I played my first festival in New York when I was 13,” Petit says. “And I’ve never forgotten [that] feeling — as opposed to playing in a bar or club or coffeehouse. The feeling of playing at a festival that you assume has a very high level of quality is a very special feeling.

That’s what I wanted to start in Stowe.”

The inaugural run includes a mix of local and nonlocal performers. On Friday, Brazilian guitarist and composer CHICO PINHEIRO and his quartet headline the Alchemist Stage. MARK F. TURNER of the website All About Jazz wrote that Pinheiro’s 2010 album There’s a Storm Inside “reaffirms Brazilian music as still one of the most romantic and vivacious genres in the world.”

Local acts include BRYAN MCNAMARA AND SOULS’ CALLING, JOE’S BIG BAND, the DIXIE SIX, the WILL PATTON QUARTET, the PAUL ASBELL QUARTET, BRUCE SKLAR’S SKLARKESTRA, the PATRICIA JULIEN QUARTET and the NATE REIT QUINTET.

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San Francisco’s Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival stacks its lineups with more than just banjo pickers. The Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island is populated with plenty of pop and rock acts between wistful balladeers. Even the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival brings us plenty of R&B, reggae and, sometimes, the odd experimental electronic musician. It makes you wonder how many purists are out there shaking their heads — and maybe fists — thinking, This isn’t really a jazz festival.

Guitarist, recording engineer and record producer GEORGE PETIT is one of those people. It’s a big part of his decision to found and organize the brand-spankin’new Stowe Jazz Festival, which runs Friday, September 8, through Sunday, September 10.

Various locations throughout the village — as well as an outdoor main stage headquartered at the Alchemist brewery — will host local, national and international acts.

“We’re trying to have a festival that’s not like the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival,” Petit says. “It’s definitely a jazz festival and not a music festival. A classical festival doesn’t usually have a whole lot of jam bands. A jam festival doesn’t have a whole lot of classical. There’s a tremendous amount of subgenres of jazz, whether it’s Brazilian or Latin or bebop or swing or gypsy — you name it. There’s more than enough phenomenal music in those subgenres to populate a jazz festival.”

Petit, 58, is a longtime participant in the BDJF who has returned to Vermont after living in New York City

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ARTSRIOT: Rocket Shop Local Music Radio Hour Live featuring Julia Caesar (indie), 7:30 p.m., free.

CITIZEN CIDER: Brett Hughes (country), 6 p.m., free.

THE DAILY PLANET: Lowell Thompson (alt-country), 8 p.m., free.

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LANDLADY front man Adam Schatz is one of those under-the-radar mavericks

whose work often lies just beyond the spotlight. He’s contributed to tracks from Vampire Weekend, Sleigh Bells and Man Man and spent years as a jazz concert promoter in New York City. With Landlady, he combines retro-pop styles with complex arrangements for an unclassifiable sound he refers to as “prog-pop.” Fun fact: Schatz once fronted a band called Previously on Lost that recapped episodes of the popular ABC action drama. Future Fields presents Landlady on Thursday, September 7, at ArtsRiot in Burlington. LUXDELUXE add support.

FOAM BREWERS: Zach Nugent (rock), 6 p.m., free.

JUNIPER: The James Harvey Trio (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Irish Sessions (traditional), 7 p.m., free. Nate Reit Collage Septet (jazz), 9:30 p.m., free.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE: DJ Craig Mitchell (house, hits), 11 p.m., $5.

NECTAR’S: Sean Kehoe (rock), 7 p.m., free. Barbacoa, Skeleton Dancer (surf), 9 p.m., free/$5.

18+.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: Burly Bear Pride featuring DJs Rob Douglas and Chia (house), 8 p.m., $5. DJ KermiTT (hits), 10 p.m., $5.

RADIO BEAN: DJ Two Sev (eclectic vinyl), 4 p.m., free.

Ensemble V (free-jazz), 7 p.m., free. Dan Johnson (Americana), 9 p.m., free. Andy Mowatt’s Steely Jam (rock, funk), 10:30 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: L Yeah (house), 7 p.m., free. Haitian and Dave Villa (EDM), 10 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Hayley Reardon and Jake Wesley (singersongwriter), 7 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE: Roy and the Wrecks (rock), 7 p.m., free. DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: The Green Mountain Boys (bluegrass), 7 p.m., free.

Yo! BTV Raps No. 7 (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.

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chittenden county HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Perpetual Groove (rock), 8:30 p.m., $20/25.

barre/montpelier

CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: John Lackard Blues Jam, 8 p.m., free.

SWEET MELISSA’S: D. Davis (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., donation.

Robert Morgan (pirate shanties), 8 p.m., donation.

WHAMMY BAR: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free.

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MOOGS PLACE: Lesley Grant (Americana), 8 p.m., free.

middlebury area CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.

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TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free. Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., free.

northeast kingdom PARKER PIE CO.: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

NECTAR’S: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., free.

Blues for Breakfast Celebrates the Birthday of Ron ‘Pigpen’ McKernan with Special Guests (Grateful Dead tribute), 9 p.m., $7.

RADIO BEAN: Friday Morning Sing-Along with Linda Bassick & Friends (kids’ music), 11 a.m., free. DJ JTH (eclectic), 4 p.m., free. Michael Stegner (Americana), 7 p.m., free. Meku Ara (acoustic rock), 8 p.m., free.

Occidental Gypsy Band (gypsy jazz, swing), 10 p.m., $5.

LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Paul Asbell Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Preliminaries (standup), 7 p.m., $5.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Mike Brewster Band (rock, blues), 10 p.m., free.

RÍ RÁ THE IRISH LOCAL & WHISKEY ROOM: DJ Supersounds (hits), 10 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Old Sky (Americana), 7 p.m., free.

7 p.m., free. Miss Maybell & Slimpickin’s (jazz, blues), 9 p.m., free. DJ Taka (eclectic vinyl), 11 p.m., $5.

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ARTSRIOT: Landlady, LuxDeluxe (indie), 8:30 p.m., $10/12.

THE DAILY PLANET: Justin Panigutti (rock), 8:30 p.m., free.

DRINK: BLiNDoG Records Acoustic Sessions, 5 p.m., free.

FOAM BREWERS: Craig Broadhead (rock), 8 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free.

LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Queen City Hot Club (gypsy jazz), 7 p.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Peter Ciluzzi (fingerstyle guitar), 7:30 p.m., free. Dan Blakeslee (Album Release) (folk), 9 p.m., $5-10.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Adventure Dog (funk, rock), 10 p.m., free.

NECTAR’S: Trivia Mania, 7 p.m., free. Navytrain (One-Year Anniversary Bash), Nick and John (neo-Americana), 9:30 p.m., $10.

PHO NGUYEN: Karaoke with DJ Walker, 8 p.m., free.

RÍ RÁ THE IRISH LOCAL & WHISKEY ROOM: The County Down (pub songs, Americana), 7 p.m., free. Tyler and Ryan (rock covers), 9 p.m., free.

STONE CORRAL BREWERY: Fred Brauer (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: DJ Chia (house), 4 p.m., free. Chris Monti (singer-songwriter, world), 7 p.m., free. Shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. The Go Rounds (rock), 11 p.m., $5.

BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Colin McCaffrey and Friends (Americana), 6 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE: D Jay Baron (mashup, hip-hop), 11 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: Jack Schroeder (folk), 7 p.m., free. Brickdrop (funk, rock), 10 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Justin LaPoint (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free.

THE SPOT ON THE DOCK: Summer Breeze with DJ Craig Mitchell (hits), 5:30 p.m., free.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Preliminaries (standup), 7 p.m., $5.

barre/montpelier SWEET MELISSA’S: David Langevin (ragtime), 6 p.m., donation.

stowe/smuggs

MARTELL’S AT THE RED FOX: Open Mic & Jam Session, 9 p.m., free.

MOOGS PLACE: Open Mic with Allen Church, 8:30 p.m., free.

mad river valley/ waterbury

ZENBARN: Erin Cassels-Brown (indie folk), 8 p.m., free.

middlebury area

CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: Tammy O’Brien (rock), 9 p.m., free.

chittenden county

OTTER CREEK BREWING CO./ THE SHED BREWERY: The Balladeer & the Bluesmen (folk), 5 p.m., free.

MONKEY HOUSE: Tim Darcy (Ought), Devon Welsh (Majical Cloudz), Gestalt (indie), 8 p.m., $10-12/15. 18+.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: DJ Blinie (hits), 9 p.m., free.

BACKSTAGE PUB: Trivia, 9:30 p.m., free.

ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Nobby Reed Project (blues), 7 p.m., free.

champlain islands/northwest TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB: Myra Flynn (neo-soul), 7 p.m., free.

outside vermont

MONOPOLE: Greaseface, Bren (garage rock), 9 p.m., free.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Karaoke with DJ Jon Berry & DJ Coco, 9 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Cricket Blue (folk), 7:30 p.m., free.

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ARTSRIOT: ArtsRiot 4th Birthday Party featuring the High Breaks, Grundlefunk, Sabouyouma, DJ CRe8 (surf), 5 p.m., free.

BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: Gina and Jeff (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.

FOAM BREWERS: The Mangroves (jam), 9 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free.

JUNIPER: Francesca Blanchard and Zack DuPont (singersongwriter), 9 p.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: La Rebelión del Tango (tango),

THE SPOT ON THE DOCK: T.G.I.F. with DJ Fattie B (hits), 5:30 p.m., free.

THE TAP ROOM AT SWITCHBACK BREWING: Rowan (Celtic), 6 p.m., free.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Semifinals (standup), 7 & 9:30 p.m., $15.

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BACKSTAGE PUB: Karaoke with Jenny Red, 9 p.m., free.

HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Wolf Parade, Napster Vertigo (indie rock), 8:30 p.m., $25/27.

HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Pop-Up! Pride Party featuring DJ Laura Boo, DJ Llu and a Massive Drag Show (eclectic), 8 p.m., $15/20.

MONKEY HOUSE: DJ Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.

ON TAP BAR & GRILL: King Me (rock), 5 p.m., free. Nightrain (rock), 9 p.m., free.

STONE CORRAL BREWERY: Red Hot Juba (cosmic Americana), 7 p.m., free.

WATERWORKS FOOD + DRINK: DJ Von Hauer (house, disco), 9 p.m., free.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Stefani Capizzi (folk, country), 6 p.m., free.

CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Bishop LaVey (acoustic), 6 p.m., free. The Starline Rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 9 p.m., free.

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If you’re cruising through the South End Art Hop on Saturday night and looking for a music hot spot, check out the Hope All Is Well showcase at Speaking Volumes. Sludge-rockers KAL MARKS and psych-rock quartet BAT HOUSE — both out of Boston — co-headline the show. Providence, R.I.-based experimental rock group NIGHT NURSES and Burlington-based indie rockers CLEVER GIRLS take on opening duties.

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Here’s something that might make you grimace: The last-ever Cringe!

A Night of Hilarious Humiliation is Tuesday, September 12, at the Monkey House in Winooski. The recurring event celebrates a curated collection THE MAGIC DRAGON of embarrassing poems, diary entries, works of art and songs — all presented by the authors and creators themselves.

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The show’s host, comedian ANNIE RUSSELL, is pulling up stakes and moving Untitled-16 1 8/30/17 11:26 AM to Chicago. The Vermont Comedy Club sends her off with a “reverseroast” on Sunday, October 1. What’s a reverse-roast, you ask? Russell explains in an email: “I’ve matched up some of Vermont’s best comedians and instructed them to write compliments about each other in the style of roast jokes,” she writes.

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On Saturday, September 9, Montpelier’s Buch Spieler Records presents a super-special event called Labor of Love Show. Four musicians from varied backgrounds come together for a night of modern, jazz-infused experimentalism. The band features vocalist MALCOLM MOONEY of the legendary kraut-rock band CAN, keyboardist ALEXIS MARCELO (YUSEF LATEEF, LEXIGLASS), drummer CHRIS GUTTMACHER (BULLET LAVOLTA) and horn player DEVIN BRAHJA WALDMAN (BRAHJA, HEROES ARE GANG LEADERS). Jazz poet TOUSSAINT ST.

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Folk-rock trio NAVYTRAIN celebrate their one-year anniversary on Thursday, September 7, at Nectar’s in Burlington.

During that year, they’ve played highprofile events, such as SpringFest at the University of Vermont — the band’s alma mater — and TWIDDLE’s Tumble Down festival at Burlington’s Waterfront Park. The band’s debut EP, Souls, dropped last December.

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Petit stresses the high level of quality his festival brings.

“There’s a tremendous amount of phenomenal players up here, but a lot of players kind of … throw something together for [a] gig,” he says. “And in a lot of those situations, I’ve said, ‘No, I don’t want you to throw something together. I want you to bring something that’s original and extremely well rehearsed — so it’s special, as opposed to whatever.’”

Oh, by the way, you won’t have to break the bank to enjoy the music at this multiday affair unless you want to purchase food or drinks. Every performance is free. Patrons don’t need a ticket, wristband, hand stamp or lanyard.

The first year of any large-scale event is always a crapshoot, but Petit is feeling pretty confident.

“I see it lasting 20 or 30 years, whether I’m running it or not,” he says.

Visit stowejazzfestival.com for more information.

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DEMENA’S: Joe Moore (jazz), 6 p.m., free.

GUSTO’S: Abby Jenne (rock), 5 p.m., free. Supernatural (classic rock covers), 9 p.m., $5.

POSITIVE PIE (MONTPELIER): Josh Panda & the Hot Damned (rock, soul), 10 p.m., $5.

SWEET MELISSA’S: Honky Tonk Happy Hour with Mark LeGrand, 5:30 p.m., donation.

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EL TORO: Carol Ann Jones (country), 6:30 p.m., free.

MOOGS PLACE: Chris Lyon (solo acoustic), 6 p.m., free. John Lackard Blues Band, 9 p.m., free.

middlebury area

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Toast (funk, soul), 9 p.m., free.

champlain islands/northwest TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB: Chris and Erica (rock), 7 p.m., free.

outside vermont

MONOPOLE: Dr. Jah and the Love Prophets (reggae), 10 p.m., free.

MONOPOLE DOWNSTAIRS: Happy Hour Tunes & Trivia with Gary Peacock, 5 p.m., free.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S: All Request Night with DJ Skippy (hits), 10 p.m., free.

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RED SQUARE: Pride Vermont’s Women’s Tea Dance with DJ Rob Douglas (house), 2 p.m., free.

Mashtodon (hip-hop), 11 p.m., $5.

Brooklyn-based funk-hybrid band Rubblebucket, presents her most intimate

ARTSRIOT: North Country Electronic Music Festival (electronic, improvisational), 10 a.m., free. Widowspeak, Clearance (indie rock), 8:30 p.m., $12/14.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Raul (hits), 6 p.m., $5. DJ Reign One (EDM), 11 p.m., $5.

and a book of contemporary poetry became amalgamated in a matter-transfer

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BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: Tiffany Pfeiffer (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.

CLUB METRONOME: Root7 (a cappella), 6:30 p.m., $10.

Retronome With DJ Fattie B (’80s dance party), 9 p.m., free/$5.

SIDEBAR: Myra Flynn (neo-soul), 8 p.m., free. Rekkon (hits), 10 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Mob Barber (jazz fusion), 8 p.m., free.

SMITTY’S PUB: Bardela (Grateful Dead tribute, rock), 8 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free.

SPEAKING VOLUMES: Hope All Is Well presents Art Hop Showcase 2017 featuring Kal Marks, Bat House, Clever Girls, Night Nurses (rock), 5 p.m., $5-10.

JUNIPER: Michael Chorney and Seth Eames (mountain blues), 9 p.m., free.

THE SPOT ON THE DOCK: Reggae Brunch with DJs Big Dog and Jahson, 11 a.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Banja (traditional East African), 7:30 p.m., free. Kalbells (electro-pop, experimental), 9 p.m., $5-10. DJ Taka (eclectic vinyl), 11 p.m., $5.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Finals (standup), 7 p.m., $20.

FOAM BREWERS: Gretchen & the Pickpockets (soul), 9 p.m., free.

NECTAR’S: Silver Bridget (saw-folk), 7 p.m., free. The Insidious Rays, COPOUTS, Small Change: A Tribute to Tom Waits, 9 p.m., $5.

RÍ RÁ THE IRISH LOCAL & WHISKEY ROOM: DJ Dodg3r (EDM, hits), 10 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: AM Radio (Americana), noon, free. Tiny Montgomery (Bob Dylan tribute), 2:30 p.m., free. Kirsti Blow (acoustic), 7 p.m., free. Petra Jordan (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., free. Soggy Po’Boys (jazz), 10 p.m., $5. Palmslap (funk, soul), 11:30 p.m., $5.

Sticking It to the Man « P.70 show was an extension of a burgeoning, cross-platform record label of the same name that allowed unsigned bands to upload their music to its website with the chance of being discovered. This technology was revolutionary for the time. Jimmy Iovine, the longtime CEO and cochair of Interscope Geffen A&M, created the label alongside parent company Universal Music Group’s chair and CEO Doug Morris.

“I remember Jimmy calling me,” says Bailey. “He had a potty mouth. He was like, ‘I fuckin’ love it. You guys are it. Burlington’s weird, but I love what you’re doing. You guys wanna be on my show?’”

While it was a golden opportunity, Bailey recalls feeling some trepidation.

“We could have a great show [one night] and then crickets the next night,” he says. “I didn’t want these people coming from LA [to see us] play to five people at 242.”

works to date with her new band,

KALBELLS.

Imagine that a child’s toy box

experiment gone awry. The resulting entity might sound something like Traver’s enchanting, whimsical world of confessional, offbeat electro-pop. Exquisite synth arpeggios and sweeping percussive palettes cradle the songwriter’s inconceivable melodies. According to our ears, the band’s debut album, Ten Flowers, is one of the best releases of 2017. Kalbells perform on Saturday, September 9, at the Light Club Lamp Shop in Burlington.

chittenden county HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Bucket List Auction for the Ronald McDonald House featuring Shake (pop, blues), 7 p.m., $10.

HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Dysfunkshun, Dirty Blondes, the Tsunamibots, Blowtorch (rap-rock), 7:30 p.m., $12/15.

MONKEY HOUSE: Zodiac Sutra, Jesse Taylor, Noah Schneidman, Thomas Knight (acoustic), 8:30 p.m., $3/8. 18+.

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Luckily, Bailey’s connections served him well. He was working on the gubernatorial campaign for Vermont State Sen. Anthony Pollina (P/D-Washington) and had played a number of rock shows in support of the candidate. He turned the shoot into a win-win situation for both the band and the senator.

“We packed [Club Metronome],” Bailey says. “Anthony probably pulled

as many people as we did. It wound up being great TV.” Despite the national exposure, Dysfunkshun only lasted a couple of years beyond the episode.

“The tough part is that there were already successful bands that had sounds similar to them,” says Wygmans.

“Record labels think, Well, we’ve already got our version of that, so we’re not going COURTESY OF NAAMA LHA KELLY

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to sign another band that’s similar. That was especially true back then.

“The record industry thought of Burlington as a hippie town,” Wygmans continues. “Even when you brought stuff to labels, they were looking at it through that prism.”

“From ’96 to 2002, we were playing five to six nights a week,” says Bailey.

“It just got to where … we had kind of checked off our bucket list: bands to play with, things to do [and to] not be in debt to record labels. We didn’t want to become the passé band still trying to do it. That’s why this is a one-time reunion. “[But] the reason I held on to [Dysfunkshun] for so long,” he adds, “was because of the message.” m Contact: jordan@sevendaysvt.com

INFO Dysfunkshun at Club Metronome, circa 2000

Dysfunkshun perform on Saturday, September 9, 7:30 p.m., at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington. $12/15. AA. highergroundmusic.com

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REVIEW this Emma Cook & Questionable Company, Take It Home (CD, DIGITAL DOWNLOAD)

In 2016, Burlington’s bluesy, pop-rock band Questionable Company added singersongwriter Emma Cook’s name to their official title — and rightly so. Not only is she the group’s sole scribe, she also plays keys and guitar, the melodic instrumental leads for all of their songs. Bassist Max Guyton and drummer Andy Feltus lay down a solid rhythm section, but Cook is out on the front lines.

Take It Home is the follow-up to their self-titled 2015 record (when they were simply Questionable Company). The new one is short — seven tracks and a run time just shy of 30 minutes. But it packs a powerful punch and leaves the listener

Benn Rymon, A Long Time

throughout the LP. Thanks to the deft touch of mastering engineer Adrian Carr, A Long Time hits like a major-label release, front to back.

Carr nails the sweet spot, delivering an album that’s loud and clear without losing any of the dynamics that make it breathe.

It’s the perfect canvas for an artist with range, ambition and a sly sense of humor.

If this album is any indication, Rymon’s live show must be one hell of an entertaining circus. He’s got an ear for beats, and solo tracks such as “Pass or Pull” make it clear he can rap his ass off when he wants to. It’s telling, too, that he opted to spotlight his local roots on his own album. Rymon could easily have carried it himself, but by bringing his cohorts along he’s given them — and listeners — something bigger and better.

A Long Time is a banging debut from a serious North Country talent. It also serves notice that Plattsburgh’s emerging hip-hop scene is going to make a lot more noise in the near future. You’ve been warned.

A Long Time by Benn Rymon is available at bennrymon.bandcamp.com.

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An evening of powerful classical music of Beethoven, Brahms and Martinu. Performed by Violinist Sofia Hirsch, violist Elizabeth Reid, cellist John Dunlop and pianist Alison Bruce Cerutti.

The Matisse Jazz Project with Christopher Bakriges and Gwen Laster Saturday, September 23, 7 pm Jazz composer and pianist Christopher Bakriges was inspired to create this multi-media evening of musical reflections of artist Henri Matisse and features violinist Gwen Laster.

Myra Flynn Band Saturday, September 30, 8 pm Indie/Soul band led by Myra Flynn and compromised of Vermont’s most prestigious musicians.

Manhattan Short Film Festival Sunday, October 1, 7 pm Thursday, October 5, 7 pm

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burgeoning hip-hop scene, so it’s fitting that A Long Time is such a family affair.

Most tracks are collaborations, which can be a bad sign — rappers often rely on guest features to fill out anemic albums. But Rymon has real chemistry with everyone he works with here.

The production is funky and full, dense without ever sounding crowded. Rymon orchestrated almost everything himself, including layers of live instruments. The album’s sound is pure hip-hop but owes as much to Dust Brothers-era Beck as it does to Large Professor.

Some of the record’s party-vibe melodics hail from another Rymon connection: Plattsburgh jam band Lucid. He has known those gentlemen for years and even engineered their second album, DEWDMANWAH. Bassist Chris Shacklett brings a human touch to four tracks here, and chameleonic keyboardist Andy Deller does an especially impressive job of blending in

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Plattsburgh, N.Y.-based producer and MC Benn Rymon has been working with beats and raps for more than a decade. Yet his new release, A Long Time, is also his debut album, reflecting some 15 years of songwriting and studio experiments.

First and foremost, then, it’s impressive how early in the record Rymon finds his voice. There are no transitional moments here; his is a fully formed, electric persona. Rymon is a charming weirdo of a host with a flexible flow and a conversational cadence. His subject matter is delightfully scattered, and the album is a long, interesting ride.

The songs are short and carefully arranged and have a big cast of characters.

Rymon is a central figure in Plattsburgh’s

pass. And for a song about anxiety and existential panic, it’s incredibly relaxing.

Perhaps music itself is the songwriter’s cure for apprehension.

Cook mostly refrains from layering in self-harmonies, but when she does it adds a flourish. It’s a small moment, but on “Coulda Made It,” she adds a high harmony to the line “We coulda made it if we hadn’t gotten so stoned.” I don’t know why, but it makes me smile. With this song the group dips its collective toes into electro-pop territory, a departure from the soulful rock that precedes it. But synths and drum-machine snares mesh nicely with Cook’s jangly guitar chords.

The album’s closer, “Nashville,” is a country-tinged, road-trippin’ ballad. Cook slows the beat by half as the song moves into its chorus, a dynamic trick employed earlier on “Heart and Break” — although that song switches from slow to fast at its climax.

Take It Home is a fun, breezy album for people who like uncomplicated pop rock. Cook is a formidable songwriter and instrumentalist and will likely continue to impress on future efforts.

Take It Home by Emma Cook & Questionable Company is available on iTunes.

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wanting more, especially because the songs grow more compelling as the record progresses. The overall production quality is sharper and glossier than on previous efforts, too. It feels like Cook and her cronies have arrived at their destination.

On the album’s 63-second opening track, “I Know a Place,” the first sound we hear is Cook’s voice — which we can add to the list of her many strengths. It reinforces the fact that this is her work and, because keyboard is her main instrument, so does a subsequent series of pointed piano chords.

Cook greets us with warm, wistful words: “I know a place where we can be truly free / That’s where I want to be / I want to take you there.” It’s not the most original line ever written, but it sets the album’s inviting tone.

“Walls Closing In” is the record’s catchiest cut. Producing a delicate organ line and a loose, shuffling drumbeat, the group is locked into a tight, intimate groove. The cut has a call-and-response hook that gets smoother with each

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ON TAP BAR & GRILL: AmerikanaBlue (blues), 5 p.m., free. Nighthawk (rock), 9 p.m., free.

STONE CORRAL BREWERY: Billy, Greg and Gene (Two-Year Anniversary Party) (rock, alt-country), 5 p.m., free. The Owl Stars (folk), 6 p.m., free.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Irish Session, 2 p.m., donation. Prateek Poddar (folk), 6 p.m., free.

BUCH SPIELER RECORDS: Labor of Love Show featuring Malcolm Mooney of Can, Devin Brajah Waldman, Alexis Marcelo and Chris Guttmacher, July 26th Movement, Toussaint St. Negritude (experimental), 8 p.m., $10.

CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: BIG Karaoke Contest, 8 p.m., free.

ESPRESSO BUENO: Jazzyaoke (live jazz karaoke), 7:30 p.m., $5.

SWEET MELISSA’S: Ron Sweet (acoustic), 6 p.m., donation.

Sweet Melissa’s Hot Mess (burlesque), 9:30 p.m., $5.

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EL TORO: Allen Church (folk, Celtic), 6:30 p.m., free.

MOOGS PLACE: Coon Hill John (Americana, bluegrass), 9 p.m., free.

middlebury area

CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: DJ Ryan Donnelly (hits), 9:30 p.m., free.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: The Medicine Tribe (Americana), 9 p.m., free.

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rutland/killington RICK & KAT’S HOWLIN’ MOUSE: Phil Henry with Howard Banow and George Sutton (acoustic), 7 p.m., free.

champlain islands/northwest

TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB: Graziano, Scofield and Slim (blues, rock), 7 p.m., free.

outside vermont MONOPOLE: Izland Tonik (reggae, soca), 10 p.m., free.

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LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Game Night, 8 p.m., free.

NECTAR’S: Mi Yard Reggae Night with DJs Big Dog and Jahson, 9:30 p.m., free/$3. 18+.

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RÍ RÁ THE IRISH LOCAL & WHISKEY ROOM: DJ Supersounds (hits), 10 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: Clare Byrne (singer-songwriter), 11 a.m., free. Maple Street Six (jazz), 1 p.m., free. Andrew Stearns (Americana), 4 p.m., free. Emily

Keener (singer-songwriter), 6:30 p.m., free. Danny Golden Band (Americana), 8 p.m., free.

Rosedale, Grand, Mr. Doubtfire (rock), 10 p.m., free.

Boss Man In 2003, Atlanta-based hip-

RED SQUARE: Burly Bear 10th Anniversary Tea Dance featuring DJs Craig Mitchell, Rob Douglas, Chia, Shawn Williams, Stephen Wallace (house), 4 p.m., free. DJ David Chief (dance), 11 p.m., free.

double album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.

hop duo OutKast dropped their certified diamond Subsequently, its members, André 3000 and BOI,

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MOOGS PLACE: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., free.

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CITIZEN CIDER: Brett Hughes (country), 6 p.m., free.

THE DAILY PLANET: J&M Boutique (rock), 8 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free.

on indefinite hiatus, but Big Boi has since been

THE GRYPHON: P’tit Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., free.

JUNIPER: Dan Ryan Express (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: Bonehart Flannigan (Americana), 7 p.m., free.

Lacuana (indie), 10 p.m., free.

prolific. Aside from releasing three stellar solo

LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Will Patton (jazz), 7 p.m., free.

LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Cody Sargent Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Bluegrass Brunch, noon, $5-10 donation.

Boomiverse — he’s made guest appearances with

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Megan Rice (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., free. Nina’s Brew (blues, soul), 9:30 p.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Irish Sessions (traditional), 7 p.m., free. The Anatomy of Frank (alt-folk), 10 p.m., free.

SOCIAL CLUB & LOUNGE: The Rainbow After-Party with DJ Rush’n Noiz: Vermont Pride (house, top 40), 9 p.m., free.

and Run the Jewels and collaborated with electro-

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Samuel Luke (singersongwriter), 9:30 p.m., free.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free.

NECTAR’S: Dead Set (Grateful Dead tribute), 10 p.m., $3/5. 18+.

NECTAR’S: Isaac French Duo (rock), 7 p.m., free. Funk You, Mark Stone (funk, rock), 9 p.m., free/$5. 18+.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Fancy Man (improv), 7 p.m., $5.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Southern Old Time Music Jam (traditional), 10 a.m., free.

Bleecker & MacDougal (folk), every other Sunday, 11 a.m., free.

albums since 2010 — including his latest, 2017’s R&B and rap superstars such as Janelle Monae pop duo Phantogram on a hip-hop/electro hybrid band called Big Grams. Catch Big Boi on Tuesday, September 12, at the Higher Ground Ballroom in South Burlington.

RED SQUARE: DJ A-RA$ (dance), 10 p.m., free.

SWEET MELISSA’S: Live Band Karaoke, 8 p.m., donation.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: SVPPLY (hip-hop), 7 p.m., free.

outside vermont

SIDEBAR: Xenia Dunford (jazz), 8 p.m., free. Ron Stoppable (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Pickin’ Party with Dave Clark (bluegrass), 3 p.m., free.

chittenden county HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Big Boi (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $35/38.

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MONKEY HOUSE: Walter Etc., Danny LeFrancois (alternative, punk), 5 p.m., free. The Last Cringe! One More Night of Hilarious Humiliation (storytelling), 8 p.m., $3.

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CLUB METRONOME: Sunny Sweeney (country), 7 p.m., $15/20.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Fundraiser for Haiti featuring Dick McCormack, Gary Beckwith, Fenel Jean (folk, eclectic), 5 p.m., $10. Lamp Shop Lit Club (open reading), 8 p.m., free. Eric Frish (indie), 10:30 p.m., free.

ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., free.

WATERWORKS FOOD + DRINK: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

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CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: DJ Jessbro Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., free.

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NECTAR’S: Milk Monday featuring 2%, Tongue & Cheek (jam), 9 p.m., free/$5. 18+.

MOOGS PLACE: Paul Aiken (rock), 7:30 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: Andrew of the North (folk), 7 p.m., free. Nomad Mountain Outlaws (jazz, folk), 10:30 p.m., free.

TRAPP FAMILY LODGE: Cooie Sings (Americana), 6 p.m., free.

middlebury area

RED SQUARE: DJ KermiTT (hits), 10 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Robbie J (dance), 7 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: Family Night (open jam), 9 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Comedy & Crêpes (standup), 8 p.m., free.

MONKEY HOUSE: Erin CasselsBrown (indie folk), 6 p.m., free.

Motown Mondays! (motown DJs), 8 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: Waking Windows presents the National Reserve (Americana), 9 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Old Sky (Americana), 7 p.m., free.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: DeAnne Smith (standup), 7 & 9 p.m., $10.

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HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Lettuce, Maddy O’Neal (funk), 9 p.m., $25/27.

HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Little Pain, Dommy Divine, Yung $eth, Notation, Chyse, Loupo, King Dyno, David Chief (hip-hop), 8 p.m., $10/15.

MONKEY HOUSE: Young Mammals, Cones (indie), 8 p.m., $5/10. 18+.

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SWEET MELISSA’S: D. Davis (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., donation.

WHAMMY BAR: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Karaoke with Roots Entertainment, 9 p.m., free.

middlebury area

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

TUE.12 // BIG BOI [HIP-HOP]

RADIO BEAN: DJ Two Sev (eclectic vinyl), 4 p.m., free. Art Herttua (jazz), 6:30 p.m., free.

Alan Getto (folk-rock), 8:30 p.m., free. Yosemite Sam and Friends (funk), 10 p.m., free.

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OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

BACKSTAGE PUB: Open Mic, 9:30 p.m., free.

RÍ RÁ THE IRISH LOCAL & WHISKEY ROOM: Reagh Greenleaf Jr. (folk, Irish), 7:30 p.m., free.

HATCH 31: Erin Cassels-Brown (indie folk), 6 p.m., free. Kelly Ravin and Lowell Thompson (country), 7 p.m., free.

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chittenden county HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Morgan Heritage (reggae), 8:30 p.m., $20/24/45.

RADIO BEAN: Stephen Callahan Trio (jazz), 6:30 p.m., free. Greg Cornell & the Cornell Brothers (Americana, roots), 9 p.m., free.

Honky Tonk Tuesday with Jukebox George & the Last Dimes, 10 p.m., $5.

MOOGS PLACE: Christine Malcolm (folk), 8 p.m., free.

CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free. Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., free.

northeast kingdom PARKER PIE CO.: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

outside vermont MONOPOLE: Open Mic with Lucid, 10 p.m., free.

VENUES.411 BURLINGTON

STOWE/SMUGGS AREA

CORK WINE BAR & MARKET OF STOWE, 35 School St., Stowe, 760-6143 EL TORO, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 521-7177 MARTELL’S AT THE RED FOX, 87 Edwards Rd., Jeffersonville, 644-5060 MATTERHORN, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198 MOOGS PLACE, Portland St., Morrisville, 851-8225 PIECASSO PIZZERIA & LOUNGE, 899 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4411 RIMROCKS MOUNTAIN TAVERN, 394 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-9593 THE RUSTY NAIL, 1190 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-6245 STOWEHOF INN, 434 Edson Hill Rd., Stowe, 253-9722 SUSHI YOSHI, 1128 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4135

MAD RIVER VALLEY/ WATERBURY

RUTLAND AREA

HOP’N MOOSE BREWERY CO., 41 Center St., Rutland, 775-7063 PICKLE BARREL NIGHTCLUB, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035 RICK & KAT’S HOWLIN’ MOUSE, 158 N. Main St., Rutland, 772-7955

CHAMPLAIN ISLANDS/ NORTHWEST

BAYSIDE PAVILION, 15 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909 NORTH HERO HOUSE INN & RESTAURANT 3643 Route 2, North Hero, 372-4732 SNOW SHOE LODGE & PUB, 13 Main St., Montgomery Center, 326-4456 TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405

INGREDIENTS:

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UPPER VALLEY

WINDSOR STATION RESTAURANT & BARROOM, 26 Depot Ave., Windsor, 674-4180

NORTHEAST KINGDOM

BIG JAY TAVERN, 3709 Mountain Rd., Montgomery, 326-6688 COLATINA EXIT, 164 Main St., Bradford, 222-9008 JASPER’S TAVERN, 71 Seymour La., Newport, 334-2224 MUSIC BOX, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533 PARKER PIE CO., 161 County Rd., West Glover, 525-3366 THE PUB OUT BACK, 482 Route 114, East Burke, 626-1188 TAMARACK GRILL, 223 Shelburne Lodge Rd., East Burke, 6267390

VISIT AMERICANSPIRIT.COM OR CALL 1-800-435-5515 PROMO CODE 96726

CIGARETTES

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OUTSIDE VERMONT

MONOPOLE, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-563-2222 NAKED TURTLE, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S, 37 Court St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-324-2200 PALMER ST. COFFEE HOUSE, 4 Palmer St., Plattsburgh, N.Y. 518-561-6920 THE SKINNY PANCAKE, 3 Lebanon St., Hanover, N.H., 603-277-9115

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BIG PICTURE THEATER & CAFÉ, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994 CORK WINE BAR & MARKET, 40 Foundry St., Waterbury, 882-8227

51 MAIN AT THE BRIDGE, 51 Main St., Middlebury, 3888209 BAR ANTIDOTE, 35C Green St., Vergennes, 877-2555 CITY LIMITS, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919 HATCH 31, 31 Main St., Bristol, 453-2774 TOURTERELLE, 3629 Ethan Allen Hwy., New Haven, 453-6309 TWO BROTHERS TAVERN LOUNGE & STAGE, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002

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BACKSTAGE PUB, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494

BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ, 28 Main St., Montpelier, 229-9212 BUCH SPIELER RECORDS, 27 Langdon St., Montpelier, 229-0449 CAPITAL GROUNDS CAFÉ, 27 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800 CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820 DEMENA’S, 44 Main St., Montpelier, 613-3172 ESPRESSO BUENO, 248 N. Main St., Barre, 479-0896 GUSTO’S, 28 Prospect St., Barre, 476-7919 KISMET, 52 State St., Montpelier, 223-8646 MULLIGAN’S IRISH PUB, 9 Maple Ave., Barre, 479-5545 NORTH BRANCH CAFÉ, 41 State St., Montpelier, 552-8105 POSITIVE PIE, 20 State St., Montpelier, 229-0453 RED HEN BAKING, 961 Route 2, Middlesex, 223-5200 THE SKINNY PANCAKE, 89 Main St., Montpelier, 262-2253 SWEET MELISSA’S, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 225-6012 THREE BEAN CAFÉ, 22 Pleasant St., Randolph, 728-3533 WHAMMY BAR, 31 W. County Rd., Calais, 229-4329

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GREEN MOUNTAIN LOUNGE AT MOUNT ELLEN, 102 Forest Pl., Warren, 583-6300 HOSTEL TEVERE, 203 Powderhound Rd., Warren, 496-9222 SHEPHERDS PUB, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422 THE RESERVOIR RESTAURANT & TAP ROOM, 1 S. Main St., Waterbury, 244-7827 SLIDE BROOK LODGE & TAVERN, 3180 German Flats Rd., Warren, 583-2202 ZENBARN, 179 Guptil Rd., Waterbury Center, 244-8134

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AMERICAN FLATBREAD, 115 St. Paul St., Burlington, 861-2999 ARTSRIOT, 400 Pine St., Burlington, 540 0406 AUGUST FIRST, 149 S. Champlain St., Burlington, 540-0060 BARRIO BAKERY & PIZZA BARRIO, 203 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 863-8278 BATTERY STREET JEANS, 115 College St., Burlington, 8656223 BENTO, 197 College St., Burlington, 497-2494 BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD, 25 Cherry St., Burlington, 854-4700 BRENNAN’S PUB & BISTRO, UVM Davis Center, 590 Main St., Burlington, 656-1204 CITIZEN CIDER, 316 Pine St., Burlington, 497-1987 CLUB METRONOME, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563 THE DAILY PLANET, 15 Center St., Burlington, 862-9647 DOBRÁ TEA, 80 Church St., Burlington, 951-2424 DRINK, 133 St. Paul St., Burlington, 951-9463 ETHAN ALLEN PUB/PHO NGUYEN, 1130 North Ave., Burlington, 658-4148 THE FARMHOUSE TAP & GRILL, 160 Bank St., Burlington, 859-0888 FINNIGAN’S PUB, 205 College St., Burlington, 864-8209 FOAM BREWERS, 112 Lake St., Burlington, 399-2511 THE GRYPHON, 131 Main St., Burlington, 489-5699 JP’S PUB, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389 JUNIPER, 41 Cherry St., Burlington, 658-0251 LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ, 115 Church St., Burlington, 8633759 LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP, 12 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346 MAGLIANERO CAFÉ, 47 Maple St., Burlington, 861-3155 MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB, 167 Main St., Burlington, 864-6776 MUDDY WATERS, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466 NECTAR’S, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771 RADIO BEAN, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346 RASPUTIN’S, 163 Church St., Burlington, 864-9324 RED SQUARE, 136 Church St., Burlington, 859-8909 RÍ RÁ THE IRISH LOCAL & WHISKEY ROOM, 123 Church St., Burlington, 860-9401 RUBEN JAMES, 159 Main St., Burlington, 864-0744 SIGNAL KITCHEN, 71 Main St., Burlington, 399-2337 SIDEBAR, 202 Main St., Burlington, 864-0072 THE SKINNY PANCAKE, 60 Lake St., Burlington, 540-0188 SOCIAL CLUB & LOUNGE, 165 Church St., Burlington SPEAKING VOLUMES, 377 Pine St., Burlington, 540-0107 SPEAKING VOLUMES, VOL. 2, 7 Marble Ave., Burlington, 540-0107 THE SP0T ON THE DOCK, 1 King St., Burlington, 540-0480 THE TAP ROOM AT SWITCHBACK BREWING, 160 Flynn Ave., Burlington, 651-4114 VERMONT COMEDY CLUB, 101 Main St., Burlington, 859-0100 THE VERMONT PUB & BREWERY, 144 College St., Burlington, 865-0500

GOOD TIMES CAFÉ, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444 HIGHER GROUND, 1214 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 652-0777 HINESBURGH PUBLIC HOUSE, 10516 Route 116 #6A, Hinesburg, 482-5500 JAMES MOORE TAVERN, 4302 Bolton Access Rd. Bolton Valley, Jericho, 434-6826 JERICHO CAFÉ & TAVERN, 30 Route 15, Jericho, 899-2223 MONKEY HOUSE, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563 ON TAP BAR & GRILL, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309 PARK PLACE TAVERN, 38 Park St., Essex Jct. 878-3015 ROZZI’S LAKESHORE TAVERN, 1022 W. Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, 863-2342 STONE CORRAL BREWERY, 83 Huntington Rd., Richmond, 434-5767 WATERWORKS FOOD + DRINK, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski, 497-3525

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PROFILE Burlington artist Frank DeAngelis

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urlington artist Frank DeAngelis has been many things: plumber, punk music zine-ster, anarchist, rock climber, environmental activist, business owner. Only last April did he add painter to his résumé, and to say he has embraced the new role wholeheartedly is an understatement. In about a year and half, DeAngelis has prodigiously cranked out an estimated 150 studio paintings and some 100 (and counting) smaller charcoal pieces at his home.

Explosive and exuberant, his works seem to shake with energy. With a distinctly street-art flair, DeAngelis combines a vocabulary of symbols and characters with his own experimental methods — using chopsticks, say, or

spray-painting scavenged metal for fields of texture. His paintings tend to be loud in color, while his drawings and charcoals are more subdued.

DeAngelis often builds a work around a cartoonish figure drawn in profile.

One of these wears a baseball cap and is named “Sekausky.” Dating back to the 1980s, when the artist was making his punk zine Chaos, he’s modeled after a guy in the “scene.”

“I call every piece an experiment — a passionate experiment,” DeAngelis said during a recent studio visit. When he gets ready to paint, he said, “In all honesty, I have no idea what I’m going to do.”

At his S.P.A.C.E. Gallery studio on Pine Street, DeAngelis paints mostly at

night — usually from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., though sometimes much later, he said, citing insomnia. (During the day, he covers the sales floor or warehouse of his bath and hardware business, Close to Home, as needed.) Evidence of this wee-hours work can be found in many of his paintings’ titles, such as “Two a.m.

Warrior,” “4 a.m. Insomnia Head” and “1 a.m. Sky.” The moon, conveyed as a simple crescent, is a frequently recurring symbol.

Like many artists, DeAngelis describes his creative practice in ways that evoke a ritualistic trance. Besides working almost exclusively at night, he offered, “I like [to paint] alone, and I like to blast music.” He favors riot-grrrl bands and “lots of ’80s punk, really loud,” he said. “I just go; it’s super crazy. I get the most energy — I love it … I don’t even know what happens half of the time.”

And he can’t leave a work unfinished: “I have to complete everything,” he said.

“I can’t leave it ’til the next day.”

DeAngelis’ practice has evolved quickly. Shortly after that first encounter last spring, he rented space at E-1 Studio Collective. By June, he had works up at Radio Bean. “I was addicted,” DeAngelis recalled. He participated in his first South End Art Hop last fall and recalled the thrill of artists preparing for festivities in the alleyway behind Speeder & Earl’s Coffee.

DeAngelis has had paintings accepted into several juried shows, including at Arts Alive in Burlington and the T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier. His design is a finalist in this year’s Magic Hat Brewing Art Hop Ale competition.

In addition to the painting “One Equals Zero,” now hanging in the Art Hop

Juried Show at the SEABA Center, he currently has works on view at the Daily Planet in Burlington. Of the eight works he’s sold so far, two went to a Tokyo buyer who discovered the artist through his postings in the Facebook group Asemic Writing: The New Post-Literate.

DeAngelis moved to Vermont from New Rochelle, N.Y., with his first wife in 1989. “I’m the only one that left the Italian nest,” he said. He was raised Catholic in nearby Pelham, where, he said, “I did not have a good childhood.”

Since he’s taken up painting, he noted, analyzing and discussing his artwork’s relationship to abuse and his life at large have become an integral part of his therapy sessions.

Certainly, many of his works have a sinister tone. The painting “Eve,” for example, is a split canvas. On the right, it depicts a foreboding black cross over an orange-red background, with a full moon (or sun) rising overhead. The lefthand segment is a chaotic scene framed by pink, stitchlike lines and dripping, bloodred paint. Four hands rise from the roof of a cross-bedecked church; lines emanate from their fingers into the sky and connect to three faces, whose large, bugged-out eyes appear hypnotized.

DeAngelis pointed to a small figure beside the church: the monsignor with a penis growing out of his head, he explained.

DeAngelis fervently tries not to let his own negative experiences hurt others. “I believe in being nice to people,” he said.

“I think people take their aggressions out on other people, and I don’t believe in that.”

Indeed, he sees promoting an ethos of love and gratitude as paramount,

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I BELIEVE THAT ART IS SUPPOSED TO BE IN YOUR FACE, AND I ALSO BELIEVE THAT

ART DOESN’T HAVE TO BE PERFECT. F R AN K D EA N GELI S

“Two a.m. Warrior”

New York artist, who died in 1988 at age 27. Now he looks up to him. “He just did his fucking thing — I find him a hero in some ways,” DeAngelis said.

“I believe that art is supposed to be in your face, and I also believe that art doesn’t have to be perfect,” he said. Of his own practice, he offered, “This is huge for me; this is the most important part of my life.”

DeAngelis certainly shows no signs of slowing down; he’s found something to love, and he’s not holding back.

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and the trials of dating and romance also factor prominently in his work.

Last November, DeAngelis mounted a solo show called “Heartrocities” at the Backspace Gallery; it featured ample depictions of hearts and heartbreak.

Asked if he considers himself an “outsider artist,” DeAngelis responded, “Like a renegade? Yep.” Stylistically, he shares the tendency of many self-taught artists to avoid empty spaces and to repeat certain symbols and patterns over and over. He recalled a friend comparing his irreverent, graffiti-like style to that of Jean-Michel Basquiat.

DeAngelis admitted that, before that exchange, he wasn’t familiar with the

CALL TO ARTISTS

‘MIDDLEBURY THROUGH THE LENS’: Edgewater at the Falls hosts this photo shoot on September 23.

The day will open with a talk from former National Geographic photographer James Blair. The winning photographer, to be announced September 27, will be awarded a $500 gift certificate to Edgewater Gallery. Photographers interested in participating must register by September 21. For details, visit edgewatergallery.com. Edgewater Gallery at Middlebury Falls. Info, 458-0098.

SWANTON ARTS SPECTACULAR: The Swanton Arts Council invites local artists and artisans to participate in the September 9 community arts festival. For more info and to sign up for a space, contact darcibenoit@yahoo.com. Deadline is rolling. Swanton Village Park. Info, 233-6864.

VSC FELLOWSHIPS FOR ARTISTS AND WRITERS: All artists and writers applying by the deadline, October 1, are automatically considered for a VSC fellowship. Every residency includes a private room and studio space, as well as meals. Apply at vsc.slideroom.com. Vermont Studio Center, Johnson. $25. Info, 635-2727.

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An examination of the fantastic, inspired by the persistence of imagination, beauty and the underworld On view from September 9th–October 31st Opening Reception Saturday, September 9th 4–6pm

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‘FLOURISH’: VSA Vermont and the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts invite established and emerging Vermont artists with various disabilities to participate in an exhibition April 7 to June 30.

For details and to submit, visit vsavt.org/flourish.

Deadline: September 29. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Burlington. Info, 871-5002.

INTERNATIONAL MAIL ART EXHIBIT: Inviting mail-art submissions with the theme “welcome to college” for a fall exhibition at Vermont Technical College. Artists may submit an unlimited number of original works, postcards preferred. Send to: Hartness Library Mail Art, Vermont Tech, P.O. Box 500, Randolph Center, VT 05061. Deadline: September 15. Hartness Gallery, Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center.

Info, 728-1237.

RIVER ARTS PHOTO CO-OP PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST: Welcoming photography submissions from all photo enthusiasts involved with the River Arts Photo Co-op. Contest participants must attend at least one Photo Co-op meeting to qualify. Each photographer may enter up to three digital photographs. For details and to submit, visit riverartsvt.org. Deadline: December 17. River Arts, Morrisville. Info, 802-888-1261.

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‘DOORS & WINDOWS: OPEN & CLOSED’: Accepting submissions for upcoming exhibition to be curated by Rebecca L. Lawrence, former director of New Hampshire State Arts Council.

Artists may submit up to three works in any medium and will be eligible for one of three awards of $200 each. For details and to submit, visit avagallery.org. Deadline: September 8, 11:59 p.m. AVA Gallery and Art Center, Lebanon, N.H. $20. Info, 603-448-3117.

‘INFRARED: THE INVISIBLE MADE VISIBLE’: PhotoPlace Gallery welcomes submissions of infrared photographs for an upcoming exhibition to be juried by Laurie Klein. For details and to submit, visit photoplacegallery.com. Deadline: September 18. PhotoPlace Gallery, Middlebury.

Up to five photographs for $35; $6 for each additional. Info, 388-4500.

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CALL FOR ARTISANS AND FLEA MARKETERS: On Saturday, September 30, the senior center on Route 2 in East Montpelier will host an Early Bird Artisans Fair and Flea Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you would like to rent a six-foot table, email Emily at esrappold@myfairpoint. net or twinvalleyseniors@myfairpoint.net, or call 223-3322 and ask for Rita. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier. Deadline: September 6. $25-30. Info, 223-3322.

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f CHINA MARKS: “Gods & Men,” fiber collage by the New York artist. f JANET HULINGS BLEICKEN: “When I Grow Up I’ll Be a Painter Too,” paintings by the New Hampshire artist. f LEAH WOODS: Recent work in wood and furniture design. f STEPHANIE GORDON: “Close to Home,” encaustic works by the New Hampshire artist. Reception: Friday, September 8 , 5-7 p.m. September 8-October 6. Info, 603-4483117. AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon, N.H.

NEW THIS WEEK burlington

ART HOP GROUP SHOW: An exhibition of works by more than 35 area artists. September 8-November 30. Info, 859-9222. VCAM Studio in Burlington.

ART HOP ORIGINAL JURIED SHOW: For the 25th annual Art Hop, an exhibit of 33 works juried by New York gallerist Asya Geisberg. September 8-30.

Info, 859-9222. SEABA Center in Burlington.

ART EVENTS ART HOP AT SWITCHBACK BREWING CO.: Outdoor sculpture garden by Gerald K. Stoner Sculptures at Underhill Ironworks, plus brewer artwork, snacks and beers. Artwork on display throughout Art Hop weekend. The Tap Room at Switchback Brewing, Burlington, Friday, September 8, 5-10 p.m. Cost of drinks. Info, 651-4114.

f BILLYBOB: A selection of new and past works

by the art team consisting of William Coil and Robert Green. Reception: Friday, September 8, 5-8 p.m. September 8-October 31. Info, 859-9222. The Gallery at Main Street Landing in Burlington.

‘CRUNCH & FUNK’: Works by artists and entrepreneurs integral to the origins of the South End Arts and Business Association and the Art Hop. September 9-30. Info, 859-9222. Art’s Alive Gallery in Burlington.

ART UNDER THE INFLUENCE: Haley Bishop Rockwood and DeAnna Kerley of Poppyclock Collective lead this Art Hop edition of Art Under the Influence, guiding participants in painting a jellyfish. Ticket price includes materials and one drink.

SEABA Center, Burlington, Saturday, September 9, 4-6 p.m. $15. Info, 859-9222.

‘REPRESENT’: Fifty artists curate and show their own works. Reception: Friday, September 8, 5 p.m.midnight. September 8-30. Info, christyjmitchell@ gmail.com. The S.P.A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington.

ARTIST TALK: LYDIA GATZOW & JAMES SECOR: The artist-members of the cooperative gallery discuss their works and process. The Front, Montpelier, Wednesday, September 6, 7-8 p.m. Info, 272-0908.

STEVE SHARON: Abstract paintings by the Vermont artist and musician. September 8-October 31. Info, 658-6016. Speeder & Earl’s Coffee in Burlington.

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BCA SUMMER ARTIST MARKET: Shop handmade works by Vermont artists and artisans, in conjunction with the Burlington Farmers Market.

Burlington City Hall Park, Saturday, September 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Info, 865-7166.

ART RESOURCE ASSOCIATION EXHIBIT: This show features the varied artwork of central Vermont artists including pastel, photography, watercolor, oil, acrylic and more. Hung in the Karen Kitzmiller Room and the Nonfiction Room; open during library hours. September 9-30. Info, 223-3338. KelloggHubbard Library in Montpelier.

BLUEBIRD FAIRIES: Emily Anderson offers readings using her singular oracle deck, as well as cards and other artworks. ArtsRiot, Burlington, Friday, September 8, 5-10 p.m. Info, emily@ bluebirdfairies.com.

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f MARGE PULASKI & HELEN RABIN: Paintings and studies by the Vermont artists. Reception: Friday, September 15, 6-8 p.m. September 9-November 3. Info, 426-3581. Jaquith Public Library in Marshfield. f ‘REFUGE: VERMONT ARTISTS RESPOND’: Works

by Vermont painters and sculptors that explore the concept of refuge, including themes of family and community, natural habitat, home and place, sleep and dreams, food and sustenance, spiritual pursuits, and the making of art itself. Reception: Saturday, September 9, 3-5 p.m. September 8-October 8. Info, 223-6613. The Kent Museum in Calais. f ‘SKETCHES IN PERFECTION’: Paintings and

sketches by Thomas Waterman Wood. Reception: Thursday, September 14, 5-7 p.m. September 12-October 27. Info, 262-6035. T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier.

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f ‘LAND & LIGHT & WATER & AIR’: Annual juried exhibition featuring more than 100 landscape paintings by New England artists. Roundtable discussion and reception: Sunday, September 10, 1-4 p.m. September 7-November 5. Info, mickey@ bryangallery.org. Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville.

Melora Griffis Curator Sophie Bréchu-West of 571 Projects in Stowe

presents “beyond all walking,” an exhibition of recent works by New York artist and Vermont College of Fine Arts alumna Melora Griffis. Just back from a residency in Germany, Griffis shows works on canvas, linen and paper, as well as soft sculpture.

Bréchu-West writes, “This visually arresting selection of landscapes and portraits plumbs underlying psychological states, executed with the artist’s characteristic masterful gesture and vivid palette.” An artist talk is October 6 at 6:30 p.m. Through October 14. Pictured: “Loose Garment.”

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f SCULPTFEST2017: Guest curator Whitney

‘MULTI-MEDIA MANIA’: First annual, non-juried exhibition of fine art and quality custom crafts

by Vermont artists and artisans. September 10-October 14. Info, 496-6682. Big Red Barn Gallery at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield.

Ramage selected sculptural and video installations for this annual exhibit, this time responding to the theme “The State of Hope.” Artists include Jessica Adams, Lila Ferber, Charles Hickey, Yasunari Izaki, Kate Katomski, Tom Kearns, John Morris with Maya Murphy, Gary Parzych, Rick Rothrock, Ryan Smitham and Joanna Sokolowska. Reception: Saturday, September 9, 5-8 p.m. September 9-October 22. Info, 438-2097. The Carving Studio & Sculpture Center in West Rutland.

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‘PORTRAITS OF POWER’: Students in Jim Butler’s Portraits in Ceramics and Oil Paint course present large-scale paintings and ceramic assemblages that portray who or what is powerful in their lives.

September 11-18. Info, 443-5258. Johnson Memorial Building, Middlebury College.

f ‘BOREAL FEAST’: A group exhibition of paintings, collages, photographs, sculptures, textiles and more that examine the fantastic and highlight the beauty of northern forests. Reception: Saturday, September 9, 4-6 p.m. September 9-October 31. Info, 533-2045. Miller’s Thumb Gallery in Greensboro.

f ‘WATERS OF LIFE: FARMS, RIVERS & PONDS’: A group exhibition of plein air paintings featuring locations of the Memphremagog Watershed.

Reception: Saturday, September 9, 5-7 p.m.

September 9-30. Info, 334-8325. MAC Center for the Arts Gallery in Newport.

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JOAN KAHN: “See the Woods for the Trees,” compositions of geometric forms and vivid colors by the California painter. September 13-October 14.

Info, 349-0979. BigTown Gallery in Rochester.

f PAT LITTLE: “Landscapes From Around New England,” paintings by the Massachusetts artist. Reception: Sunday, September 24, 2-4 p.m.

September 7-October 20. Info, 889-9404. Tunbridge Public Library.

CELEBRATE THE ART HOP AT 100 MAIN: Seventeen artists showcase live work all weekend long. Stop by this newly renovated space for appetizers, drinks from Groennfell Meadery and a live performance from Hannah Fair. 100 Main, Burlington, Friday, September 8, 7-9 p.m., and Saturday, September 9, 7-10 p.m. Free, cash bar. Info, 863-3832.

DEE KALEA POP-UP: The photographer offers selections from her series of black-and-white portraits of renowned jazz musicians. Burlington Taiko, Friday, September 8, 5-8 p.m. Info, dee@ creativemusicphotography.com.

ESSEX ART LEAGUE MEETING: Essex-area art lovers gather for a business meeting and guest artist presentation. First Congregational Church of Essex Junction, Thursday, September 7, 9-11 a.m.

Info, jdbeebo@yahoo.com.

INTERNATIONAL POSTAL ART: A pop-up exhibition featuring postal art from around the world. Stone Valley Arts, Poultney, Saturday, September 9, 6-8 p.m. Info, 800-776-6675.

‘LOST AND FOUND’: An “art treasure hunt” instigated by Vermont artist DJ Barry, in which he places stenciled woodcuts in various locations, free to those who find them in exchange for paying it forward. Find the artist on Facebook for clues. State of Vermont, Wednesdays, September 6 and 13. Info, djbarryart@gmail.com.

MAKING ANCIENT POTTERY VESSELS: Archaeologist and potter Charlie Paquin leads this hands-on workshop for adults and teens, demonstrating the techniques used by Native Americans of Vermont to build and decorate clay vessels. Preregistration required. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, Saturday, September 9, 1-3 p.m.

Info, 223-3338.

OPEN ART STUDIO: Seasoned makers and first-timers alike convene to paint, knit and craft in a friendly environment. Bring a table covering for messy projects. Swanton Public Library, Tuesday, September 12, 4-8 p.m. Free. Info, swantonartscouncil@gmail.com.

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OPEN STUDIO: Friends new and old convene for a creative session. Expressive Arts Burlington, Monday, September 11, 3-5 p.m. $15. Info, 343-8172.

ROUNDTABLE: THE SOUTH END’S FUTURE: Early movers and shakers in the South End’s creative economy discuss the arts district’s future. Art’s Alive Gallery, Burlington, Sunday, September 10, 10 a.m.-noon. Info, 859-9222.

SOUTH END ART HOP: Vermont’s largest art event takes over Burlington’s South End Arts District with works by more than 600 artists, open studios, live music, installations, fashion shows and parties.

Various South End locations, Burlington. Friday, September 8, through Sunday, September 10. Info, 859-9222.

WORKSHOP: BOTANICAL DESIGN WITH NEL EMLEN: Design and make two arrangements using wild and cultivated blooms and branches. The Kent Museum, Calais, Monday, September 11, 6-8 p.m. $25; materials included. Info, 229-4919.

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‘BIRDING BY THE NUMBERS’: Twenty-four artworks by 23 area artists consider the relationship between ornithology and math. Through October 31. Info, 434-2167. Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington.

DAVID SMITH: “Points of Departure,” oil paintings by the Peacham artist. Through September 9. Info, 985-3848. Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne.

‘THE HISTORY OF RACING IN MILTON’: An exhibition about the town’s role as a Chittenden County stock-car-racing hot spot. Through October 31. Info, 363-2598. Milton Historical Society.

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‘AVA & POMPANOOSUC MILLS: A CELEBRATION OF UPPER VALLEY ARTISTS’: Works by Joe Carton, Penny Koburger, Judy Laliberte, Elizabeth Mayor, Rosamond Orford and Sue Schiller. Through September 23. Info, 603-448-3117. Pompanoosuc Mills in Burlington.

‘BLACK DAWN TO MEDUSA’: A retrospective of the experimental film works, art and ephemera made by Doreen Kraft and Robin Lloyd in the 1970s, curated by Margaret Coleman. Through September 9. Info, 865-8980. Champlain College Art Gallery in Burlington.

DAVE KENNEDY: “A Stranger Stands Here,” large-scale collaged constructions that question perception and the line between image and object.

Through October 8. Info, 865-7166. BCA Center in Burlington.

‘INTERPOSE’: A group exhibition curated by Susan Smereka featuring works by Kate Donnelly, Wylie Sofia Garcia, Molly Greene, Lucy Leith and Estefania Puerta. Through October 24. Info, joseph@newcitygalerie.org. New City Galerie in Burlington.

REID CROSBY: “Moments,” photographs by the Vermont artist. Through September 30. Info, 864-2088. The Men’s Room in Burlington.

STEVE HADEKA: “Riffing on the Modern Birdhouse 4,” art birdhouses by the Burlington musician and woodworker. Through September 30. Info, 651-8834. Penny Cluse Café in Burlington.

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TOGETHER’: An exhibition curated by Ric Kasini Kadour, publisher of Vermont Art Guide, featuring works in a variety of mediums by 17 artists who were selected through their relationships to other Vermont artists. Closing reception: Friday, October 6, 4-8 p.m. Through October 6. Info, ric@ kasinihouse.com. Spotlight Gallery in Montpelier.

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ED EPSTEIN AND GEORGE KURJANOWICZ: “A Path Well Traveled,” portraiture, landscapes and organic sculptural forms by the multidisciplinary artists.

Photo ID required for entry. Through September 29.

Info, 828-0749. Governor’s Gallery in Montpelier.

‘EXPLORERS OF NORWICH’: An exhibition exploring the lives of Norwich University alumni who shaped and changed the U.S. during the mid-19th and early 20th centuries. Through June 30, 2018. Info, dlarkin@norwich.edu. Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University, in Northfield.

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‘FREAKS, RADICALS & HIPPIES: COUNTERCULTURE IN 1970S VERMONT’: An exhibition that explores the influx of people and countercultural ideas to the state, from communes to organic agriculture, progressive politics to health care reform, alternative energy to women’s and gay rights. Through December 31. Info, 479-8500. Vermont Heritage Galleries in Barre.

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HUNTER EDDY: “Bridging Worlds,” a solo exhibition of paintings in staged portraiture and still life, created between 2010 and 2017. Through September 29. Info, 828-0749. Vermont Supreme Court Gallery in Montpelier.

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‘MIXING PRIMARIES’: Works by members of the Art Resource Association, including Michael Badamo, Annie Christopher, Cindy Griffith, Marcia Hill, Maggie Neale, Phillip Robertson, Jack Sabon, Joy Spontak, Frank Woods and others. SUMMER JURIED EXHIBIT: A group exhibition featuring works by 23 artists, including Jan Brough, Frank DeAngelis, Linda Di Sante, Craig Line, Maggie Neale, Susan Riley and James Secor. Juried by August Burns, Ellis Jacobson and David Schutz.

Through September 8. Info, 262-6035. T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier.

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RAY BROWN: Paintings spanning the six-decade career of the central Vermont artist. Through September 29. Info, 279-6403. Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.

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‘SHOW 20’: A group exhibition of the collective gallery’s membership of Vermont-based contemporary artists, as well as fiber works by guest artist Karen Henderson of Montpelier. Limited-edition prints by several of the gallery’s artists are available for sale. Through September 30. Info, info@ thefrontvt.com. The Front in Montpelier.

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‘VIBRANT VERMONT’: Paintings of the Vermont landscape by Bruce Conklin, Jennifer Hubbard, Susan Larkin, Phil Laughlin and Julia Purinton.

Through October 8. Info, 865-7166. Vermont Metro Gallery, BCA Center, in Burlington.

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‘MAMAS OF INVENTION’: An installation of large-scale banners celebrating the female breast.

As a salute to National Breastfeeding Month and the start of South End Art Hop, the installation contrasts the historical nature of the 1919 warehouse building with contemporary issues of motherhood and femininity. Through September 10. Info, 347-2111. Karma Bird House in Burlington.

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JOSH AXELROD: Black-and-white landscape photographs taken on location in Chile, Patagonia, Cuba and Vermont. Through September 30. Info, 863-6458. Frog Hollow Vermont Craft Gallery in Burlington.

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DIANA AL-HADID: An exhibition featuring the Syrian American artist’s monumental sculpture “Phantom Limb,” accompanied by large-scale wall works and Mylar drawings. Through October 8. Info, 865-7166. Burlington City Arts.

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‘PIECED TRADITIONS: JEAN LOVELL COLLECTS’: Historic bedcovers gathered by the Californiabased collector and longtime friend of the Shelburne Museum. Through October 31. Info, 985-3346. Shelburne Museum.

TONY CONNER: Landscape watercolors by the Bennington painter. Through October 8. Info, ealexander22@yahoo.com. Emile A. Gruppe Gallery in Jericho.

ANNE CADY: “Held by the Mountains,” colorsaturated landscape paintings by the New Haven artist. Through September 30. Info, 652-4500. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery in Burlington.

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‘SOCIAL JUSTICE IN RACE, GENDER, IMMIGRATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT’: Twenty-one Vermont artists exhibit works addressing these themes in clay, paper, painting, stone, assemblage, metal and drawing. Through October 9. Info, janetvanfleet@ fairpoint.net. TERRY ALLEN: “Taking It to the Street,” color photographs of protest demonstrations in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Vermont. Sales to benefit Migrant Justice and Planned Parenthood. Through October 10. Info, tallen@igc.org. Eliot D. Pratt Library, Goddard College, in Plainfield.

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CHARLIE BLUETT: “Elements,” abstract-expressionist paintings by the Westfield artist. KATHLEEN KOLB: “Thin Places, Long Light,” paintings of Ireland and Vermont by the Lincoln artist. Through October 15. Info, 253-8943. West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park in Stowe.

‘EXPOSED’: The 26th annual multisite exhibition of outdoor public sculpture, curated by Rachel Moore.

Through October 21. Info, mail@helenday.com.

Various Stowe locations.

FRED SWAN: The 24th annual exhibition of realist landscapes by the U.S. Naval Academy graduate.

Through September 30. Info, 253-7282. Robert Paul Galleries in Stowe.

f GROUP EXHIBIT: The third annual group exhibition, featuring works by Robert Waldo Brunelle Jr., Renee Greenlee, Phil Herbison, Jen Hubbard, Jean O’Conor, John Sargent, Kent Shaw, Rett Sturman and Homer Wells. Reception: Thursday, September 14, 5-7 p.m. Through October 20. Info, info@ riverartsvt.org. Gallery at River Arts in Morrisville.

‘I AM VERMONT, TOO’: An exhibit of photographs examining microaggressions experienced by black Vermonters. Through September 28. Info, 635-1247. Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College.

‘LEGACY COLLECTION 2017’: Works by 19 living and 14 deceased artists whose art continues the legacy of Alden and Mary Bryan. Through December 23. Info, 644-5100. Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville.

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MELORA GRIFFIS: “beyond all walking,” new and recent works by the New York City-based artist.

Through October 14. Info, sophie@571projects.com.

571 Projects in Stowe.

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JOHNNY SWING: Sculpture, furniture and lighting in steel, including the artist’s latest work, “The Wedding Present,” abstract, knotted sculptures of stainless-steel rods and toasters. Through September 10. Info, 583-5832. Bundy Modern in Waitsfield.

KRISTIN CHAMBERLAIN: Realist works by the Vermont artist. Through September 30. Info, 496-5470. Three Mountain Café in Waitsfield.

‘TRANSITIONS: REALISM TO ABSTRACT’: An exhibition featuring a wide range of works by Valley Arts artists. Through October 21. Info, 496-6682.

Vermont Festival of the Arts Gallery in Waitsfield.

f ‘WAXING ARTISTIC: ENCAUSTIC AND COLD WAX BY THREE ARTISTS’: Works utilizing wax by Alice Cheney, Kate Fetherston and Kathy Stark, demonstrating three different approaches to the medium. Reception: Friday, September 22, 6-8 p.m.

Through October 27. Info, 244-7801. Axel’s Gallery & Frame Shop in Waterbury.

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‘ATTENTION TO DETAIL’: Representational paintings by four Addison County artists: Gayl Braisted, Mike Mayone, Catherine M. Palmer and Reed A. Prescott. Through October 1. Info, 382-9222.

Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, in Middlebury.

DEBORAH HOLMES: “Coming Home,” new paintings by the Addison County artist. Through September 10. Info, 238-6607. Art on Main in Bristol.

‘Boreal Feast’ What mysteries lie in the land of the north? This group exhibition at the Miller’s Thumb Gallery in

Greensboro is the space’s final show for the season and features a variety of works that evoke the often-harsh magic of northern

wilderness. Gallerists and cocurators Vanessa Compton and Anna Weisenfeld write, “Inspired by the persistence of imagination, these pieces live in the murky, mystical space of dreams set against the cold pull of the underworld.” A reception is Saturday, September 9, 4 to 6 p.m. Through October 31. Pictured: “Trading Dance,” digital collage by W. David Powell.

‘DRAW ME A STORY, TELL ME A TALE’: Paintings, illustrations, photographs and completed books by 18 contemporary Vermont children’s book authors and artists. Through October 15. Info, 388-2117.

Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History in Middlebury.

f PATRICK SHOEMAKER: “The Strong and The Weak,” a solo exhibit of paintings inspired by mythology and lore, rooted in American history and folk art. Reception: Friday, September 8, 5-8 p.m. Through October 15. Info, 877-2173. Northern Daughters in Vergennes.

PETER BROOKE: “Land, Sea & Sky,” oil paintings on panel and canvas. Through September 10. Info, 349-0979. BigTown Gallery Vergennes.

‘PORTALS’: An exhibition of photographs juried

by Aline Smithson. Through September 9. Info, 388-4500. PhotoPlace Gallery in Middlebury.

‘A STORY OF ART’: GIFTS AND BEQUESTS FROM CHARLES MOFFETT ’67 AND LUCINDA HERRICK: Organized by assistant professor of history of art Carrie Anderson and her students, this eclectic selection of drawings, photographs, paintings and sculpture tells a story of artistic production from its conception to its afterlife. Through December 10.

Info, 443-3168. Middlebury College Museum of Art. ‘YOURS IN THE CAUSE: FACES OF RADICAL ABOLITION’: Rarely seen historic photographs depicting 14 pre-Civil War-era abolitionists, chosen for their ties to the Robinson family as documented in letters, account books and broadsides, which are also on view. Through October 29. Info, 877-3406.

Rokeby Museum in Ferrisburgh.

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f NORMA JEAN ROLLET: “Portraits of the Vermont Landscape,” paintings by the Middlebury artist. Reception: Friday, September 8, 5:45-7 p.m. Through October 31. Info, 247-4956. Brandon Artists Guild.

‘PASSAGES & MOORINGS’: Works by Vermont artists Lily Hinrichsen, Karla Van Vliet and Susan Wilson. Through September 30. Info, 282-2396.

Castleton University Bank Gallery in Rutland.

PERSI NARVAEZ: “Afinidad/Affinity,” colorful paintings by the Peruvian artist. Through September 30. Info, 282-2396. Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland.

f RUTH HAMILTON: “Water, Water,” oil paintings and mixed media by the Benson artist. Reception: Friday, September 8, 5-7 p.m. Through September 29. Info, 282-2396. Christine Price Gallery, Castleton University.

SUSAN BULL RILEY: “Natural Affection,” paintings inspired by Vermont’s natural landscape. Through October 28. Info, 247-4295. Compass Music and Arts Center in Brandon.

champlain islands/northwest ‘BORDER CROSSINGS’: Tim Brookes’ “Endangered Alphabets” wood-panel carvings and Deborah Felmeth’s collection of handwoven Syrian rugs and kilims. Through October 8. Info, 355-2150.

GreenTARA Space in North Hero.

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‘ART ON THE FARM’: An outdoor exhibition of sculpture curated by Edythe Wright, featuring works by Michael Barsanti, Ria Blaas, Rachel Gross,

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Lisa Kippen, Anne Mapplebeck, Murray Ngoima and Brenna Colt, Otto Pierce and Daniel Weiner.

Through October 7. Info, info@fablefarm.org. Fable Farm in Barnard.

DAVID CRANDALL & JIM MAAS: Fine jewelry and painted bird carvings, respectively, by the local artisans. JIM MAAS: Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences presents the meticulously detailed bird carvings of the retired orthopedic surgeon. Through September 30. Info, 359-5001. Collective — the Art of Craft in Woodstock.

‘THE FRUITS OF TIME: HEIRLOOM APPLES, THEN AND NOW’: Using photographs, illustrations, historical interpretation and compelling narratives, this exhibit explores the story of heirloom apples and shows how to bring old trees back into production. Through October 15. Free with $6 admission.

Info, 765-4288. Justin Morrill Homestead in Strafford.

LANDARTLAB 2017: An exhibition of site-specific work by Mary Admasian, Ethan Ames, Barbara Bartlett, Brenna Colt, Charlet Davenport, Nera Granott Fox, Susie Gray, Rachel Gross, Margaret Jacobs, Marek Jacism, Jay Mead, Mary Mead, Murray Ngoima, Tracy Penfield, Otto Pierce, Cristina Salusti and Jeffrey Simpson. Curated by Jay Mead and Meg Brazill, this is an extension of SculptureFest; both sites connected by walking trail. Chldren are welcome. Pets must be on a leash.

Through October 31. Info, 457-4552. King Farm in Woodstock.

‘MAKING MUSIC: THE SCIENCE OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS’: An exhibition that explores the science behind making rhythms and harmonies heard. Through September 17. Info, 649-2200.

Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich.

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NORI PEPE: Recent prints that reinterpret photographs. Through September 30. Info, 295-5901. Two Rivers Printmaking Studio in White River Junction.

QUILT EXHIBITION: The 31st annual event featuring textile art made by Windsor County quilters.

Through September 17. Info, 457-2355. Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock.

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‘BELLS & WHISTLES’: An exhibition exploring the myriad forms and associations connected to these ordinary objects. Through May 1, 2018. Info, 626-4409. The Museum of Everyday Life in Glover.

JENNY GREEN: “Arid Lands,” watercolors of desert landscapes by the Danville artist. Through September 23. Info, 748-0158. Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury.

LUCIEN B. DAY: “A Life in Art,” a retrospective of paintings by the late Vermont artist. Through September 24. Info, 533-2045. Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro.

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‘HOPE AND HAZARD: A COMEDY OF EROS’: A group exhibition curated by American artist Eric Fischl featuring some 65 artists and more than 80 paintings, photographs, works on paper and sculptures.

Artists include Tracy Emin, Nicole Eisenman, Yves Klein, Jeff Koons, Robert Mapplethorpe, Francis Picabia, Man Ray, Jason Rhoades, Hannah Wilke and many more. ‘READY. FIRE! AIM.’ AT HALL ART FOUNDATION: Joint exhibition curated by former BCA curator DJ Hellerman, inspired by Andy and Christine Hall’s art-collecting philosophy. DAVID SHRIGLEY: A solo exhibition of roughly 25 works by the British artist, including drawings, animations, paintings and sculpture. Through November 26.

Info, 952-1056. Hall Art Foundation in Reading.

‘IMAGINING HOME’: Home designs developed by area architects in collaboration with Vermonters affected by homelessness. Through September 30.

Info, acannon@igc.org. Latchis Hotel & Theater in Brattleboro.

TERRY JOHN WOODS: “Line of Horizon,” works by the designer and author of New Farmhouse Style, Summer House, and Farmhouse Modern. Through October 31. Info, 875-8900. DaVallia at 39 North in Chester.

AL HIRSCHFELD: A selection of drawings and prints by the late artist and pop-culture caricaturist. Through October 31. Info, 362-7200. Art Manchester.

‘GRANDMA MOSES: AMERICAN MODERN’: An exhibition that reconsiders the work and legacy of Anna Mary Robertson “Grandma” Moses within the framework of the artist’s contemporaries and cultural milieu. Through November 5. Info, 447-1571. Bennington Museum.

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ERIK BAIER: “Commune,” black-and-white photographs of commune structures. Through September 9. HUGH TOWNLEY: “Sculpture, Reliefs & Prints” by the late Vermont artist. Through September 10. Info, 767-9670. BigTown Gallery in Rochester.

LINDSEY COLE: Works in a variety of mediums by the South Royalton native. Through September 29.

Info, 763-7094. Royalton Memorial Library in South Royalton.

MEGAN MURPHY: “In the Gardens,” paintings in watercolor and mixed media. Through October 31.

Info, 685-2188. Chelsea Public Library.

PATRICK DUNFEY: Large paintings on hot-press watercolor paper with tempera and pigmented gesso. Some works measure longer than five feet.

Through September 30. Info, 498-8438. White River Gallery @ BALE in South Royalton.

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f ‘ARS SACRA: DEVOTIONAL WORKS IN THE WESTERN TRADITION’: Works from the western historical tradition unified by a sacred theme, including prints by Dürer, Sirani and Rembrandt.

Closing reception: Thursday, September 7, 4-5:30 p.m. Through September 8. Info, 518-564-2474.

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ELLSWORTH KELLY: Two exhibits, “Slow Curve” and “Fruits & Flowers,” feature 70 prints that examine the artist’s experimentation with curved fields of color, and 26 lithographs of non-rectilinear formsm respectively. The works are from the private collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer and family foundation.

Through September 17. Info, 518-792-1761. The Hyde Collection in Glens Falls, N.Y. KIRA’S GARDEN: An outdoor juried exhibition of sculpture. Through August 23, 2018. Info, 603-4483117. AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon, N.H. ‘LA BALADE POUR LA PAIX: AN OPEN-AIR MUSEUM’: An outdoor public exhibition featuring 67 “stations” along rue Sherbrooke with sculpture and photographs by international world-class artists. Through October 29. Info, 514-285-2000.

Various Montréal locations.

‘MNEMOSYNE’: An exhibition pairing ancient and modern European works with contemporary art by Canadian artists. Through May 20, 2018.

‘REVOLUTION’: An immersive exhibition that retraces the optimism, ideals and aspirations of the late 1960s, as expressed in music, film, fashion, design and activism. Through October 9. Info, 514-285-2000. Montréal Museum of Fine Arts.

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‘VERMONT ARTISTS THEN & NOW’: An exhibition honoring Barbara Melhado and celebrating Vermont artists, including founding members of the center. Through October 15. Info, 362-1405.

Elizabeth de C. Wilson Museum, Southern Vermont Arts Center, in Manchester.

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JOANNE RUSSO: “Win, Lose or Draw: My Journey Through Cancer,” drawings by the Vermont artist.

Through October 13. Info, info@mainstreetarts.org.

Main Street Arts in Saxtons River.

SUMMER ARTIST MEMBER SHOW: A group exhibition featuring a variety of styles and mediums.

Through September 10. Info, 362-1405. Yester House Galleries, Southern Vermont Arts Center, in Manchester.

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BARBARA GARBER: “Free Fall,’ layered, abstract mixed-media works. Through October 8. NATHALIE MIEBACH: “Lost Porches,” colorful and playful sculptures that are three-dimensional visualizations of complex weather data. Through October 8.

ROGER SANDES: “Constellations,” a new series of kaleidoscopic works featuring the artist’s colorful, patterned paintings surrounded by secondary manipulations of these originals. Through January 8, 2018. WILLIAM CHAMBERS: “Spaceship of Dreams,” interactive public work that activates space and space travel as a metaphor for dreams and imagination. Through October 8. WOLF KAHN: “Density & Transparency,” textural color-field paintings by the German-born artist. Through October 8. Info, 257-0124. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.

NORTH BENNINGTON OUTDOOR SCULPTURE SHOW: The 20th annual outdoor sculpture exhibition, featuring works by more than 30 area artists.

Through October 29. Info, alexandra.s.smith@ gmail.com. Vermont Arts Exchange at Sage Street Mill in North Bennington.

‘ODANAKSIS: SUMMER TIME’: A group exhibition of works created by the collective, which found inspiration in various Upper Valley locations.

Through September 30. Info, artbcook@gmail.com.

Converse Free Library in Lyme, N.H.

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OLAFUR ELIASSON: “Multiple shadow house,” the first solo exhibition in Canada by the internationally acclaimed artist, who applies scientific principles in order to explore our relationship to time and space. Through October 9. Info, 514-847-6226.

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movies The Trip to Spain ★★★★★

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henever I read that Michael Winterbottom has a new installment in his Trip series on the way, I immediately do two things: 1. contact my connection at IFC Films and arrange for a screener to be overnighted the moment one’s available, and 2. fondly recall the late, great Gene Siskel.

Roger Ebert got all the glory, but Siskel was my favorite. He bore a striking resemblance to my father, and I admired his fierce intellect and quick wit. Like cartoonist Alison Bechdel, he invented a test for measuring a movie’s merit, asking, “Is this movie more interesting than a documentary about the same actors having lunch?”

Siskel didn’t merely conceive of an elegantly simple tool. He anticipated the premise of Winterbottom’s unlikely hit franchise.

The British director has now made three vérité-style films revolving around little more than actors Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon having lunch. And dinner.

Of course, they have those meals in some of the world’s finest eateries. And, while doing so, they entertain the viewer — and each other — with a patented mixture of improvised humor, celebrity impressions and meditations on everything from mortality to their careers. There’s never been anything like

these films, and the latest will leave you hoping additional courses are yet to be served.

Coogan and Brydon are in top form. Once again ostensibly on assignment to write restaurant reviews, the pair travels the length of Spain, stopping at breathtaking locations to wine, dine and opine.

Since they visited Italy in 2014, some things have changed. Both are now in their fifties and trying to convince themselves that’s life’s “sweet spot.” Other things remain the same. The two are professionally competitive, so Coogan’s endless references to 2013’s Philomena and the Oscar nomination he received for cowriting it make for an on-the-money running joke.

The bon mots, impressions and one-upmanship are stellar and nonstop. Highlights include riffs on Mick Jagger’s mating habits and a rumination on the death of David Bowie that’s simultaneously moving and hilarious. Both men do amazing impersonations of the singer, and the occasion offers Brydon an opportunity to get the better of Coogan by revealing that Bowie followed him on Twitter. (He did; I checked.) The news rattles Coogan. His reaction is priceless.

Throughout, Winterbottom evinces an unerring instinct for which elements of the series to tweak and which to leave un-

MOVEABLE FEAST Coogan (left) and Brydon take their act to the land of Picasso and Cervantes, both of whom figure into the unscripted fun.

touched. James Clarke’s lensing of gorgeous landscapes and gourmet dishes echoes that of the first two films.

This time around, however, the focus of the stars’ interplay shifts from movies to music. Where previous installments were saturated with impressions of Michael Caine and Al Pacino, this one benefits from the unexpectedness of the Bowie and Jagger bits, along with a stab at Paul McCartney and a wistful fixation on the 1968 ditty “The Windmills of Your Mind.”

At this point, these guys feel almost like family — extraordinarily talented, erudite and funny family. I can’t wait to spend time

with them again. How refreshing that, in an entertainment landscape dominated by mega-budget comic-book franchises, a series as unassuming, offbeat and CGI-free as this one flourishes.

Not that these pictures don’t employ special effects. They do: the freakishly agile comic sensibilities of Coogan and Brydon.

To date, the total running time of the trilogy clocks in at 328 minutes, and every word of dialogue they’ve spoken was ad-libbed as the cameras rolled. That, I think we all can agree, is more than a little trippy.

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ccording to some economists, the housing bubble of the aughts has nothing on the “tulip mania” of the 17th century. In seedy taverns outside the official Exchange, Dutch speculators frantically outbid one another for the bulbs of the still-exotic flowers, only to watch the market collapse with a bang in 1637.

It sounds like material for a great movie — one that is not Tulip Fever. Based on Deborah Moggach’s novel, with a script by her and Tom Stoppard and direction by Justin Chadwick (The Other Boleyn Girl), the film flails around trying to convince us it’s depicting a heady, madcap, passionate time in its characters’ lives. Somehow, though, it all feels about as exciting as a stroll through a tulip garden.

The problems start with a truncated opening that leaves key players undefined.

While our protagonist appears to be Sophia (Alicia Vikander), an orphan sold in a loveless marriage to a much older spice merchant (Christoph Waltz), the story is narrated in voice-over by her maid, Maria (Holliday Grainger). It’s a literary device in search of a purpose. Rather than offering an ironic or grounded counterpoint to Sophia, Maria remains a stock character, as poorly fleshed out as her wan, sulky mistress.

The plot hinges on the fates of two illicit couples, which in turn hinge on the tulip trade. Sophia gets a little less wan after

FLOWER POWER Vikander plays an unhappy wife in Chadwick’s uneven historical drama about a time when tulip bulbs fetched a fortune.

hooking up with Jan Van Loos (Dane DeHaan), the artist hired to paint her portrait, while Maria’s fishmonger boyfriend (Jack O’Connell) tries to secure their future with a foray into high-stakes tulip buying.

Lurching frequently from a solemn to a buffoonish tone, Tulip Fever goes right off the deep end in the scenes set in the underground tulip market. Full of spilling flagons, carousing blackguards and saucy wenches,

they have a distinctly “Westworld” feel: history as rowdy theme park. Scenes of leaden dramatic irony playing out in this context — at one point, someone exuberantly predicts tulip prices will just keep climbing — are impossible to take seriously.

If the film’s portrait of an economic “fever” isn’t terribly nuanced, its portrait of an erotic fever is just dull. At one point, Jan finds himself meditating on Sophia’s charms, yells,

“I’m in love!” and dashes wildly through the streets in search of the object of his desire.

That’s about as feverish as it gets, unless you’re into soft-core porn involving sumptuous costume play.

For all the self-conscious echoes of Romeo and Juliet, these one-note characters fail to generate chemistry or interest. In a star-studded film — even Zach Galifianakis turns up — only two performances stand out: Judi Dench as a sly, tulip-hoarding abbess; and Waltz as the merchant, the only person in the story who experiences on-screen character development. His childish glee at showing off his possessions — including his wife — is vilely amusing; his rue when he starts to grasp his own shallowness is halfway affecting.

Its release delayed for years, Tulip Fever plays like a film that’s been meddled with: Scenes end too soon, tone vacillates and the ending is a desperate ploy to achieve closure on a story that never really started in the first place. There’s something to be said for a prestige picture that doesn’t take itself too seriously; viewers may find shades of Amadeus in the film’s silly interludes. But Amadeus was driven by an operatic, larger-than-life central conflict. By contrast, the experience of watching Tulip Fever is less like an allconsuming fever than a fitful head cold.

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THE GLASS CASTLEH1/2 In this adaptation of Jeannette Walls’ best-selling memoir, Brie Larson plays a young woman contending with a family of itinerant dreamers and schemers. With Woody Harrelson. Destin Daniel Cretton (Short Term 12) directed. (127 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 8/16) GOOD TIMEHHHH In the wake of a bank robbery gone wrong, a young criminal (Robert Pattinson) will do anything to spring his beloved brother from Rikers Island in this indie drama from directors Benny and Josh Safdie (Heaven Knows What).

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ATOMIC BLONDEHHHH Charlize Theron plays an undercover MI6 agent investigating a murder in Cold War Berlin in this action thriller based on a graphic novel series. Veteran stuntman David Leitch directed. (115 min, R; reviewed by R.K. 8/2)

GOON: LAST OF THE ENFORCERSHH1/2 In the sequel to the indie hockey comedy Goon (2011), Seann William Scott returns as enforcer Doug “The Thug” Glatt. With Liev Schreiber and Alison Pill. Jay Baruchel directed. (101 min, R)

THE BIG SICKHHHHH An illness complicates a couple’s burgeoning cross-cultural romance in this fact-based indie comedy directed by Michael Showalter (Hello, My Name Is Doris). Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan and Holly Hunter star. (120 min, R; reviewed by R.K. 7/19)

THE HITMAN’S BODYGUARD 1/2H In this action comedy from director Patrick Hughes (The Expendables 3), Ryan Reynolds plays a straitlaced bodyguard assigned to protect a top hitman (Samuel L. Jackson). With Gary Oldman. (118 min, R; reviewed by R.K. 8/23) I DO … UNTIL I DON’THH A documentarian grills three couples about their marriages, hoping to prove the institution is doomed, in this comedy from director-star Lake Bell (In a World…). With Ed Helms, Mary Steenburgen and Paul Reiser. (103 min, R)

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Menashe Lustig and Yoel Falkowitz star. Joshua Z Weinstein directed. (82 min, PG) THE NUT JOB 2: NUTTY BY NATUREHH Surly the squirrel (voice of Will Arnett) and his animal friends must stop the plotting of a nefarious mayor in this family animation sequel. With Katherine Heigl and Maya Rudolph. Cal Brunker directed. (91 min, PG)

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ANNABELLE: CREATIONHHH The killer doll from The Conjuring film series gets a backstory in this period piece from director David F. Sandberg (Lights Out). Stephanie Sigman, Miranda Otto and Lulu Wilson star. (109 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 8/16)

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20): James Loewen

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Will a routine trip to carry out an errand take you on a detour to the suburbs of the promised land? Will you worry you’re turning into a monster, only to find the freakishness is just a phase that you had to pass through on your way to unveiling some of your dormant beauty? Will a provocative figure from the past lead you on a productive wild-goose chase into the future? These are some of the possible storylines I’ll be monitoring as I follow your progress in the coming weeks.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You’re half-intoxicated by your puzzling adventures — and half-bewildered, as well. Sometimes you’re spinning out fancy moves, sweet tricks and surprising gambits. On other occasions you’re stumbling and bumbling and mumbling. Are you really going to keep up this rhythm? I hope so, because your persistence in navigating through the challenging fun could generate big rewards. Like what, for example? Like the redemptive transformation of a mess into an asset.

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(June 21-July 22): Roger Hodge writes books now, but when he worked for Harper’s Magazine he had an unusual specialty. He gathered heaps of quirky facts and assembled several at a time into long sentences that had a nutty poetic grace. Here’s an example: “British cattle have regional accents; elephants mourn their dead; nicotine sobers drunk rats; scientists have concluded that teenagers are physically incapable of being considerate; and clinical trials of an ‘orgasmatron’ are underway in North Carolina.”

I’m offering Hodge as a worthy role model for you in the coming weeks, Cancerian. Be curious, miscellaneous and free-flowing. Let your mind wander luxuriantly as you make unexpected connections. Capitalize on the potential blessings that appear through zesty twists and tangy turns.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In Japan you can buy a brand of candy that’s called The Great Buddha’s Nose Snot. Each piece consists of a rice puff that resembles the Buddha’s nose filled with bits of brown sugar that symbolize the snot. The candy-making company assures

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Let’s meet in the woods after midnight and tell each other stories about our origins, revealing the secrets we almost forgot we had. Let’s sing the songs that electrified our emotions all those years ago when we first fell in love with our lives.

Starlight will glow on our ancient faces. The fragrance of loam will seep into our voices like rainwater feeding the trees’ roots. We’ll feel the Earth turning on its axis and sense the rumble of future memories coming to greet us. We’ll join hands, gaze into the dreams in each other’s eyes and dive as deeply as we need to go to find hidden treasures.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I don’t usually recommend giving gifts with strings attached. On the contrary, I advise you to offer your blessings without having any expectations at all. Generosity often works best when the recipients are free to use it in any way they see fit. In the coming weeks, however, I’m making an exception to my rule. According to my reading of the omens, now is a time to be specific and forceful about the way you’d like your gifts to be used. As an example of how not to proceed, consider the venture capitalist who donated $25,000 to the University of Colorado. All he got in return was a restroom in a campus building named after him. If you give away $25,000, Scorpio, make sure you at least get a whole building named after you.

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(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Now that you’re getting a taste of what life would be like if you ruled the world, I’ll recommend a manual. It’s How To Start Your Own Country, by Erwin Strauss. (Get a free peek here: tinyurl.com/yousovereign.) You could study it for tips on how to obtain national sovereignty, how to recruit new citizens and how to avoid paying taxes to yourself. (PS: You can

make dramatic strides toward being the boss of yourself and your destiny even without forming your own nation.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There was a time when not even the most ambitious explorers climbed mountains. In the western world, the first time it happened was in 1492, when a Frenchman named Antoine de Ville ascended to the top of Mont Aiguille, using ladders, ropes and other props. I see you as having a kinship with de Ville in the coming weeks, Capricorn. I’d love to see you embark on a big adventure that would involve you trying on the role of a pioneer. This feat wouldn’t necessarily require strenuous training and physical courage. It might be more about daring creativity and moral courage.

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Wake up to the rich sources that have been so close to you, but so far away.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’m always in favor of you cultivating a robust relationship with your primal longings. But I’ll be rooting extra hard for you to do that during the next eleven months. I hope you will dig deep to identify your primal longings, and I hope you will revere them as the wellspring of your life energy, and I hope you will figure out all the tricks and strategies you will need to fulfill them. Here’s a hint about how to achieve the best results as you do this noble work: Define your primal longings with as much precision as you can, so that you will never pursue passing fancies that bear just a superficial resemblance to the real things.

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wrote a book called Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything Your American History Textbook Got Wrong. He said, for instance, that during the Europeans’ invasion and conquest of the continent, it wasn’t true that Native Americans scalped white settlers. In fact, it was mostly the other way around: Whites scalped Indians. Here’s another example: The famous blind and deaf person, Helen Keller, was not a sentimental spokesperson for sweetness and light but rather a radical feminist and socialist who advocated revolution. I invite you to apply Loewen’s investigative approach to your personal past, Gemini. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to uncover hidden, incomplete and distorted versions of your history and correct them.

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FLYING INTO BURLINGTON I’m the red-bearded “gentleman.” You were the beautiful math major from Texas. We flirted but were both too excited to be back in Burlington. I’d love a second chance to ask you on an adventure or dinner. When: Monday, August 21, 2017. Where: airplane.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914097 AT THE FAIR We compared cameras and chatted about the great photo opportunities at the fair. You were with your kids, but I didn’t notice a ring on your finger.

Wishing I had given you my number before we split. When: Friday, September 1, 2017. Where: Champlain Valley Fair.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914096 CABARET CUTIE Your partner wasn’t too into it, yet you were enthusiastic and whooping it up.

Your dark-blond tight curls caught my eye and kept distracting me. Want to play “kilt versus leaf blower” sometime?

I’ll wear the kilt if you bring the leaf blower. When: Friday, August 25, 2017.

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Maybe we can sometime over coffee out of thrift-store mugs? When: Thursday, August 31, 2017. Where: Goodwill, Shelburne Road, South Burlington.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914094 SHAW’S SHELBURNE ROAD EXPRESS CHECKOUT Our eyes connected as I walked by you in the express checkout, 5:30 p.m. Again I saw you when you walked right by me on the way out. Missed my chance to say hello! You: short hair, very attractive.

I think you might be interested in meeting me. When: Thursday, August 31, 2017. Where: Shaw’s, Shelburne Road, South Burlington.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914093 OF FIREFLIES AND COOKIES Heard you singing ancient melodies to your little babe, gently rocking him to sleep, looking deep into his eyes, searching for that tiny, nascent soul of his. Oh, melt my heart, sweet loving momma. Hope someone’s tending to your heart with the same quiet devotion. When: Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Where: a grassy field.

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ONCE IN A LIFETIME True love only happens once in a lifetime. I realize that now. Now we are stuck with a lot of bad apples. The grass is not always greener on the other side. Work through your problems.

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You: Woman. Me: Man. #914089 FRAMES6 AT ROOD POND, 8/27 You were fishing at the dock with your daughter (?) around noon when my boys and I came ashore after our morning fishing trip. I didn’t get a good look at you because I didn’t want to get caught staring. But I liked what I caught a glimpse of. Coffee at the dock some weekend? When: Sunday, August 27, 2017. Where: Rood Pond.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914088 HARDWICK FARMERS MARKET I was staring because you looked familiar and said hi as you went by.

Were you looking at me for the same reason, or did I just look odd? Coffee sometime? When: Friday, August 25, 2017. Where: Hardwick Farmers Market.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914087 INDIAN BROOK RESERVOIR MERMAID You were swimming at the boat launch and came out of the water wearing a bikini partially covering a stunning mature body. I walked by with a couple of dogs. I had on a blue shirt and tan shorts. Wished I had stopped to say hello. Want to hike sometime?

When: Thursday, August 24, 2017.

Where: Indian Brook Reservoir.

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There’s no one else I’d rather be with, even if the end of days doesn’t come. I mean you, not my grandma. No offense, Granny. Let’s make some trophies.

YOLO. When: Wednesday, August 23, 2017. Where: in my future life.

You: Man. Me: Woman. #914084 GORGEOUS DIRTY BLONDE We met eyes as I was turning off of Route 15 (from Essex) onto Suzy Wilson Road by Lowe’s. You were driving a light-green SUV with Vermont plates.

I was driving a red dump truck towing a red trailer with lawn mowers. My double take was a split second too late to catch your beautiful face again.

When: Tuesday, August 22, 2017.

Where: Suzy Wilson Road, Essex.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914083 DERNIÈRE LUMIÈRE SUR CE LAC Again we proved that your bravery is never to be taken for granted. For my own self, I saw you illuminate the twilight on this lake like nothing I’ve seen before. On the dusky day to follow — an eclipse shindig — we met again, for the first time. Enchantée de vous rencontrer… When: Sunday, August 20, 2017. Where: Locust Creek Watershed.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #914082 UVMMC ORDERLY, “BALD” GREAT ARMS Not trying to sound like a creep here, but Brent, the orderly with no hair, you are very easy on the eyes!

I saw you on B3. Can I feel your arms sometime? When: Saturday, August 19, 2017. Where: UVMMC. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914081 I MISS YOU, STINK FACE Although it has only been a month since I left, I miss all the things about you. Even though the concept of love confuses and infuriates us, I know it’s what I feel for you. When: Thursday, August 17, 2017. Where: my dreams.

You: Man. Me: Woman. #914080 SEAWEED PURCHASE I was behind you in line. An item you were purchasing wouldn’t scan. You left the line and deprived me of my chance to use my pickup line. I noticed you, too! When: Sunday, August 20, 2017. Where: Healthy Living Market & Café. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914079

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Sometimes he goes away for a month here or there, usually to visit his sister. Since he’s been away, I started liking the thought of having my space and routine back. I do a lot of things that I don’t do when he’s here.

I’m really enjoying myself. The thought of him coming back irks me. I’m starting to think about other men.

He’s a wonderful man who gives me space and freedom and never doubts me. He does a lot of things for me. But since he’s been away, I’ve realized he’s bossy and sexist. He’s dependent on sleeping pills and sleeps in until 11 or noon the next day.

He’s also impotent. He got Viagra and we planned a night away, which wasn’t at all how I had hoped it would be. He had to have a few drinks, then, when it started to happen, he wouldn’t touch me down there at all. He just let me go down on him, and he put it in me, and it was over in 10 minutes. When I said we should try again in a little while, he was shocked and said that should be it. When I brought up the subject about why he doesn’t reciprocate, he said he doesn’t like it — never did. That it’s a woman’s job to go down on a man. Then he said that I’m never happy and that I ruined the evening.

I’m not sure what to do. A few weeks ago, he told me he loved me. Then, a few weeks after, I asked why he doesn’t say he loves me anymore. He blurted out, “Because I don’t.” I wish I could find someone who isn’t afraid to be with me, to touch me and to hold me. I don’t know what to do.

Signed,

Dear Miss B,

Miss B

Good news! If you want to find that special someone who will hold you, love you and, say it — someone who will treat you with respect — you can! You just need to lose this bozo first.

Are you hesitating because you’re afraid you won’t meet someone better? That’s bananas. I promise you: Being with a misogynist who treats you poorly, doesn’t attempt to get you off in any way, may have a substance-abuse problem and has clearly stated that he doesn’t love you is not better than being alone.

What’s so terrible about being single, anyway?

Imagine the possibilities out there! You’re already having more fun when he’s gone. All the time you’re wasting on this fool could be yours again. You could spend it meeting new people — better people — and enjoying your old routines and hobbies again.

You deserve that. Cut your losses. Get outta there.

Need advice?

Yours,

Athena

You can send your own question to her at askathena@sevendaysvt.com.

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