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Drawn Together

Vermont cartoonists Harry Bliss and Alison Bechdel interview each other about their new books

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New Juvie Lockup Site Sought

e state withdrew a zoning request in Vergennes last month that had been intended to clear the way for building the socalled Green Mountain Youth Campus, a secure juvenile facility.

e 14-bed campus was intended to replace the Woodside Juvenile Rehabilitation Center, which closed in 2020 amid allegations that staff abused residents. Buildings and General Services Commissioner Wanda Minoli notiﬁed city ofﬁcials that the state was abandoning the site.

“It has proven difficult to align the necessary local, state, and stakeholder processes in a timely and mutually beneficial way,” Arykah Radke, a Department for Children and Families deputy commissioner, wrote in a statement. Radke said the state still intends to move forward once it finds an alternate, viable spot.

e state also plans to maintain its contract with the Sentinel Group, the private company hired to help design and run the center. Sentinel, a private contractor, is getting around $343,500 per month to run the Red Clover Treatment Center, a four-bed crisis-stabilization program in Middlesex that has been serving as a stopgap measure until a new facility is built. Sentinel’s contract to operate Red Clover runs through 2026 and may be extended through 2028, according to Radke.

Sentinel was founded by Jeff Caron, who also operates

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BOOM OR BUST

Thunderstorms delayed or rained out some Fourth of July ﬁreworks displays, including a show in Montpelier last Thursday. Nature put on its own show.

BUILDING BATTLE

Residents in South Burlington are trying to block a housing development near Wheeler Nature Park. They’re signing a petition after losing in court.

3.06 MILLION

That’s how many gallons of maple syrup Vermont produced this year.

TOPFIVE

1. “ e Old North End’s Most Distinctive Landlord, Stu McGowan, Is Getting Out of Real Estate” by Anne Galloway. McGowan is selling off many of his brightly colored rental properties.

2. “An Error Cost Burlington Electric $1 Million” by Kevin McCallum. e city’s electric department was unable to sell a quarter’s worth of cleanenergy credits because it failed to submit data from its McNeil Generating Station.

3. “Home Tour: Linda Provost’s Unique Quarters in Burlington” by Pamela Polston. Another ONE real estate story! is one looks at an 1867 home that’s been updated to include a B&B.

the Vermont School for Girls in Bennington and Mount Prospect Academy in New Hampshire. ose two nonproﬁts have come under scrutiny because of criminal charges ﬁled against several former staffers and dozens of lawsuits alleging sexual, physical and mental abuse.

In April, on the day Seven Days published a story that included those allegations, an ad hoc committee that was formed to represent Vergennes met with state ofﬁcials, according to the committee’s chair, Mark Koenig. He was surprised that DCF Commissioner Chris Winters had not mentioned any of Caron’s facilities’ past issues to the committee.

“ is is why we have a hard time trusting the state,” Koenig said. “[ ey] are not telling us the full story.”

Vermont child, youth and family advocate Matthew Bernstein and deputy advocate Lauren Higbee — state employees who are independent from DCF — said Vermont should reconsider whether building the Green Mountain Youth Center is the best solution for the state.

“Rather than continuing to believe that a new facility is the answer, what if we began with a more fundamental question: What supports do children, youth and families need to stay in their communities?” Bernstein and Higbee wrote in a statement shared with Seven Days.

Read Alison Novak’s full story at sevendaysvt.com.

BEARLY BELIEVABLE

A bear in Stowe came into someone’s backyard, ate a pizza and knocked over a beer. Party pooper!

LOOK, DON’T TOUCH

Blooms of cyanobacteria, aka blue-green algae, temporarily closed Burlington beaches. Right when it got hot, too.

4. “Burlington City Councilor Assaulted at Church Street Bar” by Colin Flanders. Police said a 39-year-old man was charged with assaulting Councilor Evan Litwin, who was knocked unconscious.

5. “In Swift About-Face, Burlington Drops Parking Plan for Homeless” by Derek Brouwer. After blowback, city ofﬁcials quickly nixed a plan to allow homeless families to park overnight at Perkins Pier.

LOCALLY SOURCED NEWS Sculptor Settles Over Damage to Roadside Attraction

Morrisville stone artist ea Alvin has settled with an insurance company after a street sweeper crashed into her roadside stone sculpture, “Phoenix Helix,” the News & Citizen reported. With help from friends, “a new Phoenix Helix rose from the ashes,” the outlet reported, and now Alvin has ﬁnancial compensation for the destroyed work.

Read more at vtcng.com/news_and_citizen.

PENNY POWER

Watch out for wild pigs in downtown Montpelier.

Not live pigs, of course. Mama, Maisie and Mary Jane are three large metal piggy banks created by local artist Aaron Ingham, who coowns Bent Nails Bistro. For the past few weeks, they’ve been in front of Aubuchon Hardware and Bear Pond Books and on the Rialto Bridge, collecting change from passersby. e money will go to Just Basics food pantry.

Lauren Andrews, owner of AroMed Essentials and Capital Cannabis, came up with the idea. She was looking for a creative way to help Montpelier and was inspired by charity change drop boxes she’d seen elsewhere.

“ ey’re adorable,” Andrews said of the pigs. “Of course, I own a cannabis shop — we had to name one Mary Jane.”

is is the second summer for the pigs. Last year they hauled in more than $800, and “people really liked them and enjoyed it,” said Cadence Shae, development and communications manager for Just Basics. Demand at the food bank “has been steadily growing since 2020 and almost doubled,” Shae said. e Montpelier-based food shelf now serves about 1,300 people per month.

Andrews originally planned for the drop boxes to simply resemble mailboxes, but Ingham had other plans.

“I just thought, What better way to collect money than a giant piggy bank?” he said. “Kids love them. Adults love them. Animals love

them.” Ingham used recycled water tanks and, in the case of the largest pig, Mama, an old air compressor. She doubles as a bench. e pigs are placed in strategic spots to ensure safety and visibility. A thick padlock protects the donations, which Andrews collects nightly.

“We live in a very generous community, and sometimes people aren’t sure how they can best help,” Andrews told Seven Days. So far, Andrews has delivered $1,200 to the food bank — far outpacing last year’s total haul.

SAM HARTNETT

Sam Hartnett’s work is supported by the University of Vermont’s Community News Service summer reporting program.

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Maisie, one of the piggy banks in Montpelier

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HE’S ALSO AN UMPIRE!

Wow! I loved reading the article in last week’s Nest about Stu McGowan [“Moving On: The Old North End’s Most Distinctive Landlord, Stu McGowan, Is Getting Out of Real Estate,” July 2]. What a powerful and lovely tribute to one of the Old North End’s most iconic and inﬂuential community members.

However, I want to note that while Stu might have coached Little League back in the day, anyone involved in Burlington youth baseball, at least in the past decade, knows him as Center City Little League’s primary behind-the-plate umpire, not coach. Burlington has far fewer umps than coaches, all with distinctive styles and commanding personalities. The kids and teams know each of them well. For this generation of Burlington ballplayers, a game at Roosevelt Park for the most part means a towering, green-haired Stu is going to be there making the calls behind the plate.

I recognize the focus of the article to be his real estate presence, but I couldn’t let the lack of acknowledgment around his role as Center City’s beloved ump go unnoticed.

Cayenne MacHarg BURLINGTON

Editor’s note: McGowan’s umpire credentials have been added to the online story.

‘BRILLIANT’ FROM BASSETT

That was a brilliant and insightful article Hannah Bassett wrote about the two ﬁrstyear legislators, one of whom I know from my time in Shelburne [“Mr. Sweeney and Mr. Boutin Go to Montpelier: Two Newly Elected Representatives Headed to the Vermont Statehouse Full of Ambition. Their Inaugural Session Delivered a Dose of Reality,” June 25].

Her attention to detail, thorough research and clarity of writing made me feel like I was right there with her — and them — throughout the entire piece. Really well done! Thank you.

Lee Krohn CHARLOTTE

‘GIVE THE MONEY BACK’

I am dismayed that your cover story concerning Barre City Rep. Michael Boutin failed to delve into his extremist political leanings [“Mr. Sweeney and Mr. Boutin Go to Montpelier,” June 25]. In his time as a city councilor in Barre City, Boutin sought to block the sale of city-owned properties to LGBTQ+ people and to obstruct the ﬂying of a Black Lives Matter ﬂag in our community. He has muted or silenced individuals on Zoom in public school board meetings when he disagreed with what they were saying. Seven Days has instead chosen to sketch, in the very broadest of strokes, the typical learning curve experienced by anyone newly elected to a political o ce. This is not the journalism I have come to expect from your publication. I suppose it might have to do with who is sponsoring these articles. Give the money back and do more with less, Seven Days.

Becky Wigg BARRE

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GREAT STATEHOUSE STORY

I thought the story on Reps. Michael Boutin and Shawn Sweeney was one of the best things I’ve ever read about Montpelier — and, indeed, about statelevel legislative politics [“Mr. Sweeney and Mr. Boutin Go to Montpelier,” June 25]. I’ve been a reporter long enough to know how much work it took and also how interesting it must have been; thank you for putting in the e ort. It’s one of those rare stories that will live a long time.

Bill McKibben RIPTON

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CORRECTION

Last week’s story “Wheel Life” misstated when Bike Vermont was renamed Discovery Bicycle Tours; it was in 2010.

I’m disappointed in the editorial decision making that went into [“Mr. Sweeney and Mr. Boutin Go to Montpelier,” June 25] and culminated in a front-page photo of two white guys in the Statehouse. We are trapped in a capitalist, patriarchal, white supremacist system that beneﬁts white men. It is not news to see representations of white men in elected positions. White men have always been in the Statehouse. White men will continue to be in decision-making spaces because the system is designed to make sure they are on top. This system is killing trans and queer folks; killing people of color;

killing women and poor children; killing immigrants; and killing everyone who doesn’t look the white men on this cover.

I can’t imagine the amount of editorial work and decisions that went into this cover photo. All the work and time and energy it took to end up with yet another representation of the white guys at the top. It’s giving mediocre white-guy energy, for sure.

Emily Wheeler Reynolds GRANITEVILLE

RIP, GARDENER’S SUPPLY

Gardener’s Supply is bankrupt, and a star has fallen from Vermont’s universe of socially responsible, employee-owned, certified benefit corporations [“Gardener’s Supply Files for Bankruptcy as Its Sale Is Pending,” June 23]. These businesses invest in the health of their people, communities and environment with as much fervor as they invest in their financial welfare.

Gardener’s was born of Will Raap’s Intervale miracle, which transformed a dump into acres of lush vegetable gardens and helped scores of “agripreneurs” start their own businesses. Will taught us the joy of working in the warm spring soil and eating our own fresh produce.

But businesses and corporations are just assemblages of people with a single focus, and they are as organic as the people comprising them. They take seed, struggle, blossom and eventually die. Their lifespan is determined by how well they adapt to an ever-changing world.

Socially responsible, employee-owned B corporations are not immune to competition and market changes. As a retailer, Gardener’s had to compete with behemoths like Amazon, eBay and Walmart. As a values-led company, it had strengths and weaknesses.

Gardener’s made decisions that involved risks and failed to provide a return. It happens to businesses every day. I will miss them.

Will Patten CHARLOTTE

PRO PERRYWINKLE’S

I needed new batteries for my two watches and thought of Perrywinkle’s but worried I couldn’t get there because of the closure of Main Street in downtown Burlington, a situation that seemingly has lasted years [“Burlington’s Main Street Will Reopen for Two-Way Traffic on Nights, Weekends,” June 23; “Main Street Construction Is Hurting Burlington Businesses,” April 9]. However, I was able to navigate to the back entrance of their parking area. I explained what I needed to the salesperson. He was exceedingly courteous and set to work immediately, completing the job while I waited. I heartily recommend their service under the difficult conditions currently affecting downtown stores.

Matthys Levy SHELBURNE

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Flood Aid Is Drying Up

Communities around Vermont are scrambling to ﬁnd new funding for ﬂood-mitigation projects in the wake of FEMA cuts

Panel Named to Take Next Big Steps in Education Reform No Charge?

e Scott administration declined to provide key info for the state’s electric vehicle lawsuit

Wrong Prisoner Is Brought to Court, Derailing a Hearing FEATURES 26

Signs of the Times My neighbor Debra on protesting again M Is for Mary A chat with printmaker Mary Azarian

Hamming It Up Former cartoonist laureate James Kochalka pens a sequel to the Dr. Seuss classic Green Eggs and Ham

Joining the Parade Why march in a lawn chair brigade? e better question is: Why not?

An interview with Sarah Rosedahl’s perfectly posed poultry

Lisa has been working at Leunig’s Bistro for more than 12 years, while Miguel started a little over a month ago.

Both are happy to be working here and are inviting you to come on down to experience one of Burlington’s many unique restaurant experiences.

We pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere that has the ability to transport our customers into a memorable dining experience. Leunig’s is like dining in Europe without leaving Vermont!

Come to Church Street, one of the best walking malls in the country, and feel free to enjoy yourself.

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Animals behave like humans in the whimsical world of comic artist and illustrator Julianna Brazill. Her cartoons appear every other week in this newspaper and feature nature, cats and vignettes

Sollberger got a tour

Brazill’s

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MUST SEE, MUST DO THIS WEEK COMPILED BY REBECCA DRISCOLL

SUNDAY 13

DRIVE IT HOME

We’re not fangirling — you are! Spruce Peak Unplugged presents Jakob Dylan-led rock band the at the Spruce Peak Village Green in Stowe. For more than three decades, the group’s timeless tunes have dominated radio airwaves with early successes such as “One Headlight” and “6th Avenue Heartache,” yet its musical style continues to evolve and move forward — like a rolling stone, one might say.

SEE CALENDAR LISTING ON PAGE 62

ONGOING

Far Out and About

Shelter Cultivation Project founder Shawn Dumont’s “Peace Signs of Vermont” exhibit brings his back-road sightings to Burlington’s Karma Bird House Gallery. Along with his two young children, Dumont spent a year crisscrossing Green Mountain landscapes in search of these icons of hope — small reminders of humanity’s enduring pursuit of goodwill. Make your own sign at a free screen-printing workshop by Iskra Print Collaborative at the opening reception on July 10.

SEE ART LISTING ON PAGE 48

THURSDAY 10

Well Done

Outbound Stowe has the meats! Epicureans come hungry and leave satisﬁed at Smoke Signals: A Night With Chef Hugh Mangum, which serves up a succulent array of grilled grub. e barbecue legend hauls in his 1,000-gallon smoker for the almost-too-hot-to-handle feast, backed by WhistlePig cocktails, friendly lawn games and groovy tunes under the stars.

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FRIDAY 11 & SATURDAY 12

As Petula Clark once told us, there’s no ﬁner place, for sure, than downtown — especially when said Waterbury Arts Fest. e annual craft-tastic jubilee transforms the town into a giant, wall-less art gallery with more than 100 exhibitors, as well as a hoppin’ street fair, live music by beloved area entertainers and gourmet bites by

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Mental Health Day

Psychiatric survivors, folks dubbed “mentally ill” and their allies take to the streets for Vermont Mad Pride in Burlington. A vibrant march through the Queen City brings activists to Battery Park, where a packed program of speeches, spoken-word poetry and music afﬁrms a full spectrum of identities, while also shedding societally imposed shame.

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SATURDAY 12

American Pickers

A scentsational summer day awaits gleeful guests at Sunshine Village Lavender Farm’s “You-Pick” Lavender Fest in Pittsford. Sun-speckled frolickers roam ﬁelds of purple to craft fresh, aromatic bouqs to take home. Walking farm tours, plant-focused workshops, food truck offerings and herbaceous handmade products complete the theme.

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SATURDAY 12

Wet Ones

Attendees and storytellers assemble at St. Albans Bay Park for Tales From the Watershed, an evening of ecology-focused community building. Preregister to share a personal anecdote about Green Mountain waterways: ink childhood memories on Lake Champlain, a close encounter with waterloving wildlife, or a moment that shaped a forever bond with local lakes and rivers.

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When Harry Met Alison

There is no greater thrill in Vermont journalism than driving for miles to the end of a dirt road for an interview with a stranger — followed, 10 minutes into the conversation, by a thought bubble: This could well be the most interesting person I’ve ever met.

That was my experience as one of the lucky arts writers who tracked down and wrote about Alison Bechdel soon after she moved here from Minneapolis in the early 1990s. The creator of “Dykes to Watch Out For” had already cultivated a nationwide following among lesbians, and she spent her days drawing and also mailing merch related to her biweekly comic strip.

But at that particular moment in 1994, before smartphones, cars equipped with GPS, or Seven Days, the rest of the world was just catching on. The paper I worked for then, Vermont Times, had already published at least one feature about Bechdel. Mine would be for the alumni magazine of her alma mater, Oberlin College.

When I knocked on her door in Duxbury, Bechdel was funny and self-deprecating in a way that immediately made me feel at ease. I remember how seriously she considered my questions and answered even the dumb ones with mind-blowing insight and honesty.

Thirty years later, that’s still her MO. Whether I run into her at the YMCA, City Market or gatherings of mutual friends, she is always thoughtful and also charmingly tortured by the superﬁciality of it all. Neither of us has time for small talk! Despite her success — a MacArthur Fellowship “genius grant,” a guest professorship at Yale, a cartoon cameo on “The Simpsons” and her ﬁrst graphic memoir, Fun Home, being made into a Tony Award-winning musical — she is as authentic as the day I met her.

As generous, too. Over the past three decades, as she has been building global fame, Bechdel has never said no to Seven Days, which published “Dykes” from July 16, 1997, until she stopped doing the strip altogether, in 2008. She’s drawn covers and comics for the paper, as well as cards and custom birthday art for sta ers, like me, who have become friends.

There are at least three visual references to the paper — including a full-on appearance by video journalist Eva Sollberger — in Bechdel’s new book, Spent: A Comic Novel. She perfectly captures the Vermont bubble, from the farmers market stand selling maple CBD beard oil to the hipster neighbors who escaped Brooklyn during the pandemic. It’s a feast for the eyes. Similarly, New Yorker cartoonist Harry Bliss has been contributing to Seven Days for almost the entirety of our existence. The late, great Ed Koren tipped us o that a colleague was living in Vermont and suggested that he might be persuaded to do some work for us. Koren, who had the highest technical standards, grudgingly admitted that Bliss could draw.

Alison Bechdel

Harry Bliss URTES

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Alison Bechdel’s “Dykes to Watch Out For” from July 1997

Left and below: Harry Bliss cover illustrations from February 2000 and October 2022

And how. The ﬁrst cover he contributed, a Shiva-inspired illustration for the Women’s Issue, was in February 2000. Two years later we started running his single-panel cartoon, “Bliss,” which has reliably made me laugh every week since April 17, 2002. I loved his Men’s Issue cover on June 9, 2004, depicting a liberated caveman vacuuming while holding a baby. For the Death Issue, on October 26, 2022, he drew the grim reaper raking autumn leaves, his scythe leaning against a tree.

Last year, he helped us revamp our Fun Stu pages by pitching his fellow New Yorker freelancers.

Bechdel and Bliss both have new books out. So culture coeditor Dan Bolles — who has written extensively about Bliss over the years — decided to mark the coincidence by asking them to interview each other for our annual Cartoon Issue. As usual, they agreed. Their freewheeling discussion is this week’s cover story.

While writing this column, I’ve been fact-checking with the two of them. When I reached Bliss, he had just gotten o the phone with comedian Steve Martin, his collaborator on two books. Bechdel was newly returned from a gig in Switzerland.

Even jet-lagged, she found the time to look through her journals to answer one of my questions. Then she sent a follow-up email recounting the ﬁrst time she and Harry met, “just in case this is helpful for your column about us.”

“I was copying my strips at Kinko’s — remember Kinko’s??” she wrote. “And this guy came over and looked very closely at what I was doing, then said something nice about my drawing. He introduced himself, and I had just learned about him … maybe it was around the time he moved here. And you might have just written about him in 7D. Anyway, I was very excited to meet an actual New Yorker cartoonist.”

When I reminded Bliss of the Burlington encounter, he replied: “Yes! Alison, ﬁrst met her at a Kinko’s around 11 o’clock at night on Main Street, and she was making copies next to me or behind me.”

As her strip rolled out of the copier, “I was taken aback,” he recalled, “because they were beautifully drawn, really good stu . I had no idea who she was, knew nothing about her strip, but that’s typical of me, fairly unaware of what’s going on in my own ﬁeld most of the time.

“But I knew Alison’s art was terriﬁc, and I said something to her to that e ect,” he continued. “I actually recall leaving the Kinko’s after we met and feeling happier because it’s always nice to see another cartoonist that good and in such close proximity.”

Nice, indeed, for all of us.

Paula Routly

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Flood Aid Is Drying Up

Communities around Vermont are scrambling to ﬁnd new funding for ﬂood-mitigation projects in the wake of FEMA cuts

BY EMMA GREEN

Nicolas Storellicastro was finally looking to the future.

The Barre city manager has had his hands full with recovery e orts since severe ﬂooding inundated parts of the city in July 2023. Just as o cials were making progress, another major ﬂood struck Barre in July 2024. “It’s kind of been this vicious cycle,” Storellicastro said.

But in early 2025, Storellicastro was optimistic about moving forward on projects that would make ﬂooding less destructive in the city thanks to state-supported planning and federal mitigation grants.

The city had worked with experts to identify projects that could help protect people and property from future ﬂoods. The top priorities were expensive infrastructure projects: fortifying the bridge that connects to the city’s wastewater treatment plant, removing another bridge that traps debris during ﬂoods and expanding barriers to prevent that debris from damming the river. Each would cost

$1 million to $2 million, Storellicastro estimates — which would be di cult for Barre to shoulder alone.

The state was helping city officials apply for grants, in part through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program. But in early April, FEMA abruptly announced that it was canceling the BRIC program just a few weeks before the application deadline.

“It’s really easy for residents in a community like ours that was hit backto-back years to get really frustrated and think that we’re not doing anything,” Storellicastro said. “The hard reality is that these projects take time under the best of circumstances, and then, when you face these kinds of cuts...”

Vermont communities have been scrambling to ﬁnd other funding for mitigation projects since FEMA announced that it would cancel the ﬁscal year 2024 cycle of the program and would not disburse

EDUCATION Panel Named to Take Next Big Steps in Education Reform

BY HANNAH BASSETT hbassett@sevendaysvt.com

State ofﬁcials have appointed all 11 members of the task force charged with redrawing school district boundaries — a process outlined in the sweeping education reform bill that Gov. Phil Scott signed last week.

Establishing the School District Redistricting Task Force is one of the first substantial steps following the passage of the education reform package. The body must draft no more than three redistricting proposals for the legislature by December 1, 2025. The recommendations will redefine the state’s current landscape of 52 supervisory unions, 119 school districts and more than 80,000 students.

e task force includes three state senators, three state representatives, and ﬁve retired superintendents and school business managers. Scott, the Senate’s Committee on Committees and House Speaker Jill Krowinski (D-Burlington) appointed members.

Scott named former education commissioner David Wolk, who also worked as a superintendent of schools in Rutland City and as president of Castleton University.

funding for some projects that had been selected in past years. BRIC has provided $133 million in funding since the program began operating in 2020, according to a FEMA spokesperson.

This year’s round would have made $750 million in funds available nationally to help communities reduce damage from extreme weather, natural disasters and chronic impacts of climate change, such as extreme heat. At least $2 million would have been set aside for Vermont.

Without the funds, emergency preparedness leaders say, fewer mitigation projects will move forward. Mitigation is an ever more urgent issue as climate change intensifies storms and makes ﬂooding more frequent in Vermont.

The cancellation is just part of a larger shakeup at FEMA under the administration of President Donald Trump, which has proposed radically shrinking or even

e Committee on Committees appointed Sens. Scott Beck (R-Caledonia), Martine Gulick (D-Chittenden-Central) and Wendy Harrison (D-Windham); and former school ofﬁcials Jennifer Botzojorns and Chris Locarno. Krowinski named Rep. Edye Graning (D-Jericho), Rep. Rebecca Holcombe (D-Norwich), Rep. Beth Quimby (R-Lyndon), and former school ofﬁcials Dr. Jay Badams and Kim Gleason.

Holcombe previously served for four years as secretary of education under Democratic governor Peter Shumlin and then Scott, a Republican.

Notably absent from the task force is Sen. Seth Bongartz (D-Bennington), the Senate Education Committee chair and a central ﬁgure during the ﬁnal negotiations of the education bill, who had said he hoped to serve. Bongartz, who previously chaired the board of Burr & Burton Academy, drew criticism from fellow lawmakers, including Gulick, and outside advocates for working to protect the interests of independent schools as the reform bill was hashed out.

Beck, who is a teacher at St. Johnsbury Academy, faced similar critiques for focusing policy negotiations on independent schools. ➆

Barre ﬂooding in July 2023

No Charge?

The Scott administration declined to provide key info for the state’s electric vehicle lawsuit

BY KEVIN MCCALLUM • kevin@sevendaysvt.com

Adisagreement between Democratic Attorney General Charity Clark and the administration of Republican Gov. Phil Scott has hindered legal efforts to unfreeze nearly $17 million in federal funding earmarked for public electric vehicle chargers.

Vermont was one of 17 states that sued the federal government in May, after the Trump administration halted distributions from the $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. Last month, U.S. District Judge Tana Lin ordered the release of grant funds to 14 of those states, including California, New York, Illinois and Arizona.

But Vermont, Minnesota and Washington, D.C., won’t get the money. Lin, who sits on a bench in Washington State, ruled that Vermont — unlike the successful states — had failed to submit evidence showing that it would face “irreparable harm” if the $16.7 million it was awaiting remained frozen.

“My advice was, I did not think we should join because I thought it was premature,” Flynn told Seven Days

The Federal Highway Administration indicated in February that it would decide whether the funds would be released and, if so, would provide new guidelines for how the money could be spent, Flynn noted. The rules have yet to be issued.

There is a real risk the state could lose the grant funding, he acknowledged. But it seemed smarter to focus on ensuring the state receives its share

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of a larger upcoming round of federal highway funding than to fight over the smaller EV-charging dollars, he said. The state is gearing up to try to preserve the $1.7 billion it currently receives over five years in federal highway funds, he said.

“It was a conscious decision of how we were going to look at this, and the AG looked at it differently, and that is totally her prerogative,” Flynn said.

Despite Flynn’s position, Clark opted to join the suit. She said she was disappointed by the judge’s June 25 decision but isn’t giving up.

“We are certainly looking at our options to make sure we have the best case, and we are navigating the challenges that have been presented,” Clark said.

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Clark declined to say why her office didn’t submit the necessary proof of harm, citing attorney-client confidentiality. She hinted, however, that it stemmed from a difference of opinion between her office and the Scott administration.

“I have every respect for my clients, the governor and the Agency of Transportation,” Clark said. “We’re not always going to see eye to eye, but I know we all have the state’s interests at heart.”

The reason the state didn’t submit evidence of harm, such as a declaration from a public official, was largely because Transportation Secretary Joe Flynn told Clark before she filed the suit that he believed the state shouldn’t get involved.

Clark acknowledged that she and Scott’s administration have “taken a different approach to handling the illegal and unconstitutional actions made by the Trump administration.”

But she stressed that it is her responsibility to protect the state’s interests in court.

“I will do everything I can to protect Vermont from federal overreach and protect Vermont from illegal withholding of federal funding that is supposed to be coming to Vermont,” she said. “If dollars were promised to Vermont and they are threatened, I will and I have worked to take proactive action. I’m not actually waiting for the withholding of the dollars.”

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eliminating the agency. Since the beginning of Trump’s term, FEMA’s staff has been slashed.

BRIC was created in 2018 under the first Trump administration, replacing an older FEMA mitigation program. It opened its first funding round in 2020 and was significantly expanded under the Biden administration.

The Trump administration now says the program has no value. “The BRIC program was yet another example of a wasteful and ineffective FEMA program,” an agency spokesperson said. “It was more concerned with climate change than helping Americans affected by natural disasters.”

Mitigation experts disagree. “FEMA historically has often spent most of its money on disaster recovery, but we know from decades of research that the most cost-effective way to think about disasters is to try to reduce the risk before the disaster occurs,” said Kris Smith, a researcher at Headwaters Economics, which focuses on reducing communities’ disaster vulnerability. “Without federal investment in prevention, our disaster costs are likely to get more and more expensive.”

Federal funding can support projects that local and state governments could ill afford without creating hardships for taxpayers, she said. That investment

reduces disaster recovery costs down the line, she said, referencing research that shows a sizable return on investment — about $6 saved for every $1 spent, according to a 2019 report by the National Institute of Building Sciences.

And while BRIC faced criticism for its complex application process and tendency to favor more urban areas, Smith said FEMA had continually worked to address those issues.

Local leaders in Vermont also said they hadn’t seen evidence that BRIC was wasteful. “At least for our communities, when they pursue this funding and use this funding, we make sure every dollar is used the way it’s supposed to be used,” said Seth Jensen, deputy director of the Lamoille County Planning Commission.

Communities have used past BRIC funding to design culverts and plan bridges. Those projects help prevent repetitive damage, according to Scott Pickup, the municipal manager of the Town of Rockingham and the Village of Bellows Falls. In Rockingham, BRIC funding would have supported a culvert project that Pickup says would prevent future damage to Route 121, which has been washed out by floods in the past.

“Eventually these storms are going to reoccur, the damages are going to be repeated, and we’ll end up spending more money to keep repairing and not upgrading these facilities,” Pickup said. “I thought

construction] funding application,” Jensen said. BRIC funding made it possible for small towns, which often have a tiny staff and limited budget, to hire a consultant to conduct those scoping studies.

Without BRIC, Jensen is unsure how his region will fund that work. “It was a big shock and a big hit to the strategy we have for addressing flooding for the long term in the region,” he said, “because it meant that the best tool we had for filling the gap to get [projects] ready to actually happen is gone now, and we’re going to need to figure out something else.”

BRIC has also been used in Vermont to pay for improvements to Local Hazard Mitigation Plans that communities must renew every five years. Without an up-todate plan, disaster-stricken communities are ineligible for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance, which is commonly used to pay for buyouts and infrastructure projects that prevent repeated flood damage.

BRIC was a forward-thinking, thoughtful way to address some serious problems that were occurring. The way that the system is set up now, we’ll simply be paying over and over for problems that aren’t going to go away. So that makes no sense to me.”

When Jensen heard BRIC had been canceled, he thought immediately of a project in Wolcott, where two concrete structures sit in the Lamoille River — remnants of an old bridge. During the 2023 floods, those structures restricted the flow of water. The river spilled its banks and thundered onto Flat Iron Road, where it scoured a 300-foot section down to the bedrock. Repairing the damage cost about $110,000, according to Linda Martin, Wolcott’s selectboard chair.

Jensen and Martin want to remove those bridge remnants and create a “flood bench” on the riverbank opposite the road — an open area of land that the river could flow onto in a flood, rather than inundating the road. But after a BRIC grant was canceled, they’re $71,000 short. They are still seeking alternative funding.

The cancellation is also forcing Jensen to rethink Lamoille County’s longer-term flood-mitigation strategy. The region has used BRIC for scoping studies, which weigh whether a potential project is viable and cost-effective — a prerequisite for some federal funding.

“There’s a big gap between a project idea and a project being ready for [a

Maggie O’Brien, who leads emergency management at the Rutland Regional Planning Commission, said losing funding for plan updates was a huge blow. “When I received that email in early April that said that BRIC was being canceled, I just felt a stone drop in my stomach. Because I was like, That’s a third of our region not getting updated plans,” O’Brien said.

Funding from the 2023 cycle of BRIC would have paid for updates to nine plans in O’Brien’s region. Across the state, BRIC funding was expected to provide roughly $1.4 million to pay for local plan updates, according to Stephanie Smith, the hazard mitigation section chief at Vermont Emergency Management. VEM plans to use other funding to complete them.

Amid the larger shakeup at FEMA, communication from the agency about the impacts on Vermont has been sporadic. Stephanie Smith has still not received final guidance on whether any BRIC projects that are already under contract with FEMA will be impacted by the cancellation.

“A few weeks ago [we] had been promised from FEMA headquarters a list of all of our projects, their status and what we were supposed to do — if they were supposed to move forward or not,” Smith said. But after the head of FEMA was suddenly fired in May, Vermont Emergency Management was told it wouldn’t get a list. Until it does, Smith’s team is continuing to implement previously approved projects, and they’re still receiving reimbursements from FEMA, she said.

Smith also said FEMA has quietly changed its formula for calculating costeffectiveness, which may render some projects under other grants no longer

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A year after this 2023 disaster, Barre City flooded again.

eligible. “What we’re seeing is tightening, tightening of what is eligible,” Smith said.

In the midst of this uncertainty, local and state emergency management leaders are working to ensure that priority projects can move forward. But they acknowledged that less federal funding will ultimately mean fewer mitigation projects get done in Vermont.

Many projects that relied on BRIC money are looking toward Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding, which Vermont has from the past few years’ flooding disasters. Most of that money has already been used for buyouts, so $35 million worth of infrastructure projects are now competing for just $15 million of available funding, according to Stephanie Smith, the VEM mitigation chief.

IT WAS A BIG SHOCK AND A BIG HIT TO THE STRATEGY WE HAVE FOR ADDRESSING FLOODING FOR THE LONG TERM IN THE REGION.

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“Not having BRIC, it means we’re not going to be able to do some of this work,” Smith said.

In Wolcott, Jensen is working with the state to secure funding for the Flat Iron Road project and partnering with the Fish & Wildlife Department to move it forward. In Barre, Storellicastro is looking to that same pot to fund what would have been BRIC projects. And Stephanie Smith said the state will also pay for updates to local plans.

In Rockingham, Pickup says the town has decided to use $44,000 from its own highway budget for a scoping study for a culvert project on Route 121. Using town money will delay other local projects, he said, such as improvements to pedestrian safety. “You don’t have the financial capacity to do all of these projects without real federal funding,” Pickup said.

And in Brattleboro, a project to study options for flood mitigation in the town’s historic center is on hold after an anticipated $104,000 in BRIC funds was lost, according to Brian Bannon, the town’s zoning administrator.

“Right now, it’s really hard to say what the future is for hazard mitigation, because FEMA plays a critical role and is a critical partner in all those projects,” Bannon said. “The loss of federal funds just leaves a really large hole that makes planning, at this point, pretty impossible.” ➆

Wrong Prisoner Is Brought to Court, Derailing a Hearing

BY COLIN FLANDERS • colin@sevendaysvt.com

The hearing was meant to determine whether the state had enough evidence to support a charge of attempted murder. Subpoenas had been issued and witnesses were prepared to testify. But when the defendant was escorted into the Chittenden County courtroom on Monday morning, there was an obvious problem.

“Judge, this isn’t my client,” a puzzled Amy Davis said. The defense attorney had spent two hours in prison last week meeting with her real client, Nazareth Gonzalez. The 23-year-old Winooski resident looked nothing like the man who now stood beside her.

“All right — we are here in the matter of, uh, State v. Gonzalez, or State v. Nazareth,” Judge Tim Doherty said. “Who do we have here?”

“I don’t know,” Davis said.

Recognizing that the man did not speak English, Doherty, who taught English as a second language in New York City for a few years before attending law school, drew on his limited Spanish vocabulary.

“¿Solamente español?” Doherty asked. Si,” the man replied.

“¿Cómo se llama?”

“Erlin Gonzalez.”

“All right,” the judge said, sounding unsure of what to do next. “So, it sounds like we have a different Gonzalez.”

Indeed. The right Gonzalez was still at the Northwest State Correctional Facility in St. Albans, 45 minutes away. The hearing would need to be postponed.

It was a classic case of mistaken identity but one with serious consequences.

Nazareth Gonzalez missed an important court date that extended his time behind bars in a case that has yet to be resolved. Erlin Gonzalez-Orozco, meanwhile, was driven to court without explanation — and was provided no interpreter as he appeared before a judge for a crime he didn’t commit. Valuable time was wasted, both for the backlogged court system and for the attorneys, detectives and witnesses, who will all need to come back in three weeks’ time, the earliest available date to reschedule the hearing.

More broadly, the error demonstrated the struggles Vermont prisons are having in dealing with the increasing number of non-English speakers landing on their doorstep amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. State data show that Vermont has been holding about 20 federal detainees each day for the past three months, compared to about five over the same time frame in 2023. The state has an agreement with the feds that allows them to keep these

detainees at its six prisons for a fee of $180 per person per day.

A citizen of Guatemala, Erlin GonzalezOrozco was arrested late last month after an off-duty U.S. Border Patrol officer who was out on a jog saw him and several other people hiding in the woods near the Canadian border. According to court documents, Gonzalez-Orozco admitted to crossing the U.S. border illegally and said his intended destination was Atlanta.

Doherty, who was not yet aware of the reason GonzalezOrozco had been detained, said it was “reasonable” to infer that the man had been brought to the courtroom in part because he spoke no English.

“The court finds this extraordinarily unfortunate and concerning,” Doherty said.

Attorneys on both sides of the case shared the judge’s concern. Davis called the mix-up a “blatant form of racism.”

“They just picked a Gonzalez and brought him,” she said in an interview.

Chittenden County State’s Attorney Sarah George said she fears that incidents like this will undermine trust in the legal system, particularly among people of color.

“How is it that the wrong person gets taken out of custody and transported to a court hearing without anyone noticing that it is, in fact, not the right person?” she said in an interview.

On Tuesday, the Vermont Department of Corrections apologized for the error, which it said appeared to have been a genuine mistake. When someone in prison needs to attend a hearing, there’s a typical procedure: A court staffer emails an order to both the DOC and the local sheriff’s department, which transports prisoners. Those orders land in the inbox of some, but not all, corrections staff.

The booking officer on duty at Northwest on Monday did not receive the email about Nazareth Gonzalez directly, according to DOC spokesperson Haley Sommer. Instead, a colleague told the booking officer that someone with the last name Gonzalez needed to be transported.

“There happened to be two individuals with the last name Gonzalez, and the booking officer brought the wrong one,” Sommer said.

Department protocols require officers to verify full names before transport to avoid these scenarios. But the officer failed to do so, as did the sheriff’s deputy picking up Gonzalez-Orozco, Sommer said. DOC will now require all transport orders to be sent directly to the booking officer, Sommer said, and shift supervisors must be present every time a prisoner is released. ➆

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We are proud of this beautiful facility that has added so much beautiful art and art education to this vibrant city.

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since he took office in January. Vermont has joined 21 multistate lawsuits and filed “friend of the court” briefs in 40 others. The suits seek to block the federal government from such actions as conducting mass layoffs, sharing personal health data with ICE, imposing international tariffs and stripping education funds from states that support diversity programs.

The money at issue in the recent court decision is from the $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure initiative passed by Congress in 2021.

The idea that the state should wait for the new guidelines is dead wrong, Walsh said.

“If we’re being honest, we have every reason to believe the Trump administration’s intent is to sabotage, not implement, this program,” he said.

Johanna Miller, energy and climate program director at the Vermont Natural Resources Council, called it “unbelievable” that the state might lose critical funding because administration officials don’t see the harm in it.

“This appears to be yet another very expensive and shortsighted miscalcu-

Then-president Joe Biden hailed it as a way to speed the nation’s transition from polluting gasoline-powered vehicles to clean energy. The program is intended to ensure that EV chargers are located at least every 50 miles along the nation’s interstate highway corridors.

Environmental activists expressed disappointment over the court ruling and outrage upon learning that the Scott administration didn’t cooperate.

“The Scott administration deliberately undermining the AG’s attempt to get funds back from the Trump administration — for Vermonters — is beyond disappointing,” said Ben Edgerly Walsh, climate and energy program director for the Vermont Public Interest Research Group.

Walsh noted that the state’s latest Climate Action Plan relies heavily on a rapid transition to EVs. Meanwhile, he said, Scott has cited the lack of a robust charging network in Vermont as a justification for pausing other initiatives aimed at accelerating the shift to cleaner vehicles.

in charging his official electric Ford F-150 pickup.

The state was able to use $631,000 in federal EV infrastructure funds to build a fast-charging location that opened in Bradford last year, according to Patrick Murphy, a policy director with VTrans. Installation of fast-charging locations in Randolph and Wilmington were under contract when the freeze was announced. Those projects will move forward with state dollars, he said. Chargers that had been planned for 10 other communities are now on hold, he said.

That’s not great, but that’s hardly an “irreparable harm,” Flynn said. The state could choose to add more funding to the program next year, he noted.

After Judge Lin’s ruling, Clark asked Flynn whether Agency of Transportation officials would be willing to make such a declaration of “irreparable harm,” but Flynn declined.

“How do we produce that?” Flynn asked.

Others states had little trouble figuring it out. In court filings, Wisconsin showed that it was unable to move forward with 15 projects worth $7.3 million. Rhode Island described how the pause disrupted an application process to which public agencies had devoted significant time and money. Vermont provided no such testimony.

Flynn said his job is to make sure that his agency can fulfill all of its responsibilities to Vermonters and he didn’t want to put the agency’s ability to qualify for billions of federal dollars at risk.

lation from the Scott Administration. Fourteen other states can demonstrate irreparable harm but Vermont can’t? We can!” she wrote in an email.

Vermont has the most robust system of public chargers in the nation on a per capita basis, according to Dave Roberts, the coordinator at Drive Electric Vermont.

The state has 1,239 public charging ports, including 991 Level 2 chargers, which can juice up most EVs in several hours. Another 248 fast chargers can power most EV batteries to 80 percent in less than half an hour. That’s 191 chargers per 100,000 people, a higher ratio than even California’s, which has 147 public chargers per 100,000 people, Roberts said.

While most EV drivers plug in primarily at home, significant gaps remain in the network, including in rural areas and at many apartment buildings. Scott, a governor who enjoys appearing in far-flung corners of the state, has at times recounted challenges

“The risk is, the people funding the NEVI program are also going to be making decisions on something so much larger than the NEVI program,” Flynn said.

Rep. Mollie Burke (D-Brattleboro), who sits on the Vermont House Transportation Committee, said the potential loss of the EV charging money is troubling. She noted that the Trump administration cited those funds as evidence it supported EV adoption even as it advocated scaling back purchase incentives for electric vehicles. She worries the setback will make Vermonters feel uncomfortable buying an EV and also make it less convenient for tourists to drive one to the state.

Burke also doubts that Scott’s approach of “trying to keep a very low profile” in the face of Trump’s various damaging actions will pay off for Vermonters.

“We know that people who try to play nice with the Trump administration still get screwed,” she said. ➆

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lifelines

OBITUARIES

Eliza Penney Riegelman

MAY 31, 1987-JUNE 24, 2025 SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT.

Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our daughter, sister and friend, Eliza P. Riegelman.

Eliza noticed the small things. She was able to ﬁnd the good in each person and situation. She has always been quietly curious, a diligent worker and loyal friend. Beautiful and bright, thoughtful and sincere, she led with love.

Eliza was born in Springﬁeld, Vt., and grew up in Saxtons River. Eliza attended Vermont Academy there, graduating in 2005.

After spending some years exploring the West Coast in Oregon with her sister, Lauren, Eliza returned to Burlington in 2016. In 2018, she met her partner, Matt Blair, and his dog, Sequoia. Together, they built a beautiful life full of adventure and love, most recently adding a sweet kitty, Ripley, to the family.

Eliza was a voracious reader and lover of crosswords and Scrabble. Her penchant for puns and her wry sense of humor lightened the mood in any room.

Another of her many love languages started in the kitchen. A very skilled baker and cook, she will be remembered fondly for sharing so much creativity and love in her concoctions. is lent itself well to her most recent position behind the bar at Burlington Beer, where she worked since the opening of the Flynn Avenue location in 2021.

In January 2025, Eliza was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She battled very bravely through it all. We are all so thankful for the great care she received at the University of Vermont Medical Center, from Drs. Wong and Ashley, and from the multitudes of nurses who came to her aid, especially on Miller 5. We also thank Ruth Decker, who was Eliza’s advocate from day one, providing support and love.

Eliza is survived by her father, Peter Riegelman, and his partner, Tracy Paradee, of Grand Isle, Vt., and Tracy’s children, Brooke and Ryan; her mother, Mary Landon, of Middlebury, Vt.; her older sister, Lauren Riegelman, of Winooski, Vt.; her partner, Matthew Blair, of South Burlington, Vt.; Matthew’s mother and stepfather, Marie and Gary Jewell, of Williston, Vt.; Matthew’s father, Mark Blair, and his partner, Maggie Mahland, of Cape Coral, Fla.; and Matthew’s sister, Meghan Blair, her husband, Paul Monti, and their son, Memphis Monti, of San Francisco. Eliza is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as a wide circle of friends and a wonderful black kitty named Ripley.

To honor Eliza, please consider making a gift in her name to either of the following organizations: Planned Parenthood of Northern New England or the American Red Cross. We encourage anyone able and willing to give blood at the Red Cross near you, whenever possible. ere is always a need. Also remember to keep up on your wellness checkups and reproductive health.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, August 3, 2025, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Burlington Beer’s Lumière Hall event space. You may enter the door on the left rear of the building at 180 Flynn Avenue in Burlington, Vt. We look forward to seeing you and hearing some good stories about our girl.

OBITUARIES, VOWS, CELEBRATIONS

Scott William Lanphear

APRIL 10, 1983JUNE 24, 2025

COLCHESTER, VT.

Scott William Lanphear, 42, passed away at a shared living residence in Colchester, Vt., on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Born on April 10, 1983, he was the son of Kevin and Susan Lanphear. From birth, Scott was always enamored by fantasy, whether it be e Wizard of Oz, “Sesame Street,” Super Mario Bros. or “ e Simpsons.”

Scott graduated in 2001 from Mount Mansﬁeld Union High School in Jericho, Vt. He

Thomas A. Dippel

FEBRUARY 18, 1958JULY 1, 2025

SHELBURNE, VT.

omas “Tad” A. Dippel was born in Pennington, N.J., on February 18, 1958, and passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the Arbors in Shelburne, Vt.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 25 years, AJ Humphrey; his adored sons, Max and Milo Dippel, of Williston, Vt.; and his dear sister, Lisa Carlson (Marcel Washington), of Bound Brook, N.J. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Dippel and Betts Dippel (née Ruskie); and his Aunt Elva, Uncle Reg and Uncle Kenneth. If you knew Tad, you can probably close your eyes and hear his infectious laugh. He was kind, funny and smart. He was an avid ﬂy ﬁsherman and a longtime member of Trout Unlimited. He was a master gardener, a Nordic ski coach, and an Alpine and

then attained a bachelor of science degree in journalism from Castleton State College. He was an avid reader with a strong interest in politics and history. He was also a TV and movie enthusiast.

Nordic skier. He loved to hike, cycle and be outdoors. He was an amateur entomologist and mycologist. He was an excellent cook, father, husband and friend. He maintained many childhood friendships, and those loyal friends supported him throughout his illness. Everyone who met him enjoyed his calm presence and his quirky sense of humor. Before becoming a teacher, he worked at a myriad of jobs, including as a (favorite) summer camp counselor at Heart’s Bend in Newfane, Vt.

Despite his struggles with autism spectrum disorder, he could intelligently discuss many topics and could answer a large percentage of all the categories on “Jeopardy!” Due to health issues over the last several years, he was limited in many activities but very much enjoyed spending time with his family.

Scott is survived by his father, Kevin, of Jericho; sister, Robin Miller, and family of Hinesburg, Vt.; and several uncles, aunts and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother, Susan, in 2016.

A special thank-you to Travis St. Peter of Howard Center and housemate Peggy Spencer.

He worked one summer on Nantucket and formed enduring friendships. He attended both Stockton State and Keene State, earned his bachelor’s degree and teaching certiﬁcate, and taught at the Killington Mountain School.

He earned a master’s degree in botany from the University of Vermont and taught at Orange Center School in Orange, Harwood Union in Duxbury and then for 20 years at Williston Central School, before retiring in 2018. He delighted in bringing science alive for his middle school students. Tad was a natural-born teacher, whether he was showing kids how to tie a ﬂy, raise brook trout for release in local streams or running science experiments in his classroom.

Tad suffered from PSP (progressive supranuclear palsy), a rare neurological disorder that robs its victims of their mobility and balance. It causes severe damage to vision, as well as affecting the ability to swallow food and to speak. e beginning

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11 a.m. to noon, at the Ready Funeral Home Mountain View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Dr., Essex Junction, VT. An opportunity to share words of remembrance will immediately follow. Burial will take place in Pleasant View Cemetery in Jericho.

In lieu of ﬂowers, please consider ﬁnding an item or two in your attic or basement to donate to your local ReStore or Habitat for Humanity.

Arrangements are in the care of Ready Funeral & Cremation Services. To share online condolences, please visit readyfuneral.com.

symptoms were subtle, and, as is often the case with this rare disease, it took time before a diagnosis could be made. He endured unimaginable difﬁculties and never once complained.

During the course of Tad’s illness, AJ, Max and Milo surrounded him with unwavering support. He loved them ﬁercely, and that love was returned in spades. His family wishes to thank the amazing staff at the Arbors who provided him with excellent and genuinely loving care.

If you want to honor Tad’s memory, go outside and do something you love. We also welcome donations in his name to curepsp.org. ere is currently no treatment or cure for this disease.

Per Tad’s request, we will hold a celebration of his life on Sunday, August 3, 2025, 2 p.m., at the Shelburne Town Hall. is is meant to be a joyous celebration of life and will be a casual affair. Light refreshments will follow, served in the Community Living Room of the Pierson Library.

OBITUARIES, VOWS, CELEBRATIONS

OBITUARIES

Ernest “Gus” Burti

OCTOBER 14, 1938JUNE 29, 2025

FRAMINGHAM, MASS.

Ernest “Gus” Burti, 86, formerly of South Burlington, Vt., passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, at his home in Framingham, Mass., surrounded by his family.

Gus was born on October 14, 1938, in Scranton, Pa., the son of Ernest and Nicoletta (Pachini) Burti. He graduated from Duquesne University in 1962 and served in the U.S. Coast Guard.

Gus began his career at Sears, Roebuck & Co., in Pittsburgh, which led him

Cheryl Malkin

APRIL 22, 1951JUNE 28, 2025

ST. ALBANS, VT.

Cheryl Malkin, born in Montréal in 1951, daughter of Lionel and Adele Malkin, passed away on June 28, 2025. Her sisters, Marilynne and Helen; brothers-inlaw Miki and Mario; nieces Emma and Aubrey; nephew Michael; and many relatives and close friends in Montréal, St. Albans and all over the world are deeply saddened by her loss.

Her life in St. Albans was blessed by her relationship with her one true love, Leon Boudreau, and was enriched by her relationship with Jared and Eli and all of the Boudreau family — Norman and Lauri Boudreau; Andre and his partner, Janet Larose; Carol and Richard Parks; Luke and Tina Boudreau; and Alisa and Craig Aylward. Cheryl was predeceased by her in-laws, Jack and Madeleine Boudreau; her brotherin-law Allen Boudreau; and numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.

Cheryl lived in Montréal, but she spent her summers at a family camp in St. Albans Bay from the time she was

to Washington, D.C., where he met his wife of 59 years, Maggie (O’Leary). ey later settled in Burlington, Vt., where Gus managed the Sears store on Shelburne Road until his retirement in

6. She loved swimming and taught many of the children in the area to swim and love the joy of being in the lake. While in Montréal, she was the manager of the Seville, a famous repertory theater that was a Montréal landmark for many years. Upon moving permanently to Vermont, she continued teaching but now mathematics and English in the local community college system.

A devoted real estate agent, advocate and friend, Cheryl passed away leaving behind a legacy of compassion, connection and quiet strength. While she never measured success by the number of houses she sold, she built a remarkable 30year career helping people ﬁnd not just a house but a

1993. Although originally a ﬂatlander, Gus grew to love Vermont deeply and considered it home. In recent years, he and Maggie relocated to Massachusetts to be closer to their children.

Gus’ greatest joys included traveling, Notre Dame football and, most importantly, spending time with his family. He was a man of deep faith and a devout Catholic.

He is survived by his wife, Maggie; daughters, Lisa (Joe Hanley), Nicole (Chris Thornton) and Meghan Burti; and son, Michael Burti (Carrie). He was a cherished grandfather to Aidan, Maggie and Grace Hanley; Molly, Fiona and

true home. Many of her clients became lifelong friends, a testament to the deep trust and care she fostered in every relationship. roughout her career, she received numerous awards and accolades, particularly for her outstanding commitment to customer satisfaction. But her impact went far beyond professional recognition. ough she never formally volunteered through organizations, Cheryl was a ﬁerce and tireless supporter of women facing life’s many challenges. She had a unique gift for helping others navigate difﬁcult times, connecting them with resources, offering a listening ear, and always showing up with compassion and purpose.

She was passionate about many things — learning, reading, movies, painting, cooking, Scrabble and dogs — but above all, she was passionate about people. Her love crossed generations, and those who knew her were touched by her warmth, her empathy, and her ability to make everyone feel truly seen and cared for.

She had a gentle spirit that inspired those around her and a quiet ﬁerceness when it came to causes close to her heart. In recent

Lynn David Townsend

MARCH 16, 1937JULY 2, 2025

COLCHESTER, VT.

Lynn D. Townsend, 88, of Colchester, Vt., passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, after a brief illness.

Julia Thornton; and Elena Burti (his magnificent seven). He is also survived by his sister Cynthia (Karl Schroeder) and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, his sister Patricia, and his niece Amy.

Family and friends will honor and remember Gus’ life by gathering for a funeral mass on ursday morning, July 10, 2025, 10 a.m., in St. Cecilia Church, 18 Belvidere St., Boston.

A private interment will take place at a later date.

To view the guestbook, please visit jmurphyfh.com. Arrangements are in care of the Murphy Funeral Home in Boston.

years, she became actively involved with ird Act Vermont, a movement committed to engaging elders in action on climate change and democracy. Cheryl was deeply moved by the mission to harness the wisdom and power of older generations to build a better world. She was also involved in a recovery community and worked to expand its efforts to become both more inclusive and secular.

e life Cheryl created was ﬁlled with purpose, kindness and an ever-welcoming energy. She offered light in dark places, and her presence made the world feel more like home. She will be deeply missed by her partner, Leon, and by members of both the Malkin and Boudreau families, as well as by the countless people whose lives she touched, and she will be remembered always for the love, inspiration and hope she so freely gave.

ose planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

A celebration of life will be held at a date, time and location to be determined.

To offer a message of condolence, kindly go to healdfuneralhome.com.

Lynn was born on March 16, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Mich., to Elizabeth and Robert Townsend. e family moved to Arizona, where Lynn grew up and went to school before joining the U.S. Navy. While in the Navy, Lynn honed his electrical skills, which became his assets after he joined IBM as a systems engineer in 1962. His career at IBM spanned 30 years.

Lynn was truly a jack-of-all-trades. He could ﬁx anything, from cars to boats to kitchen sinks. His greatest joys were ﬁshing, boating, bowling and spending time with family.

Lynn is survived by his wife, Bernice; son, Robert (Sharon) Townsend; daughters, Susan (Michael) VanKoevering and Sandra (James) Franklin; and his eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lynn was predeceased by his sisters, Carol Coffman and Kay Little, and his brother, Larry Townsend.

A private celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at the discretion of the family.

In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, Vt. Please visit awrfh.com to share your memories and condolences.

Stuart “Stu” Ralph Ross

JANUARY 17, 1943JULY 5, 2025

ESSEX, VT.

Stuart “Stu” Ralph Ross, 82 of Essex, Vt., passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, after a long illness. For a full obituary, please visit gregorycremation.com.

IN MEMORIAM

John H. Carnahan

JANUARY 22, 1929MAY 7, 2025 BRATTLEBORO, VT.

John H. Carnahan, 96, longtime Brattleboro attorney, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, at Menig Nursing Home, Randolph Center, Vt. Known for his quiet kindness, Carnahan generously gave his time to many historical organizations, social service agencies and the Democratic Party. A complete obituary is at dayfunerals.com/obituary/john-carnahan. A memorial service, followed by a light lunch, will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11 a.m., at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 16 Bradley Avenue, Brattleboro, VT.

Irwin Pensack

JULY 8, 1926-JUNE 23, 2025

ESSEX JUNCTION, VT.

Irwin Pensack, 98, passed away on June 23, 2025, at Maple Ridge Memory Care in Essex, Vt. Up until the time of his passing, his daughter, Debbie, was by his side, accompanied by family friend Edith. Irwin was born in Newark, N.J., on July 8, 1926. He married Judith Fischler on April 11, 1954. They lived in Crotonon-Hudson, N.Y., and moved to Hartsdale, then Scarsdale, N.Y., as their family grew. Irwin and Judy settled in Florida to enjoy a more relaxing lifestyle but moved back up north to Vermont to be close to family as Irwin’s battle with dementia progressed.

Irwin was a proud, patriotic citizen who believed in democracy and preserving civil rights for people of all religions, races and genders. When he was just 17, Irwin enlisted in the army and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps until he was honorably discharged. He attended Clarkson University, New York University and Paterson College, achieving a master’s degree in audiology. Throughout his career as an audiologist, Irwin was able to bring the gift of hearing to countless men, women

Gary F. Gilmond Sr.

JULY 27, 1945-JULY 3, 2025

GEORGIA, VT.

and children, and he was continually astounded at the hardships endured by the hard of hearing.

Irwin was the life of the party. He loved a good joke, and he was always up for an adventure, enthusiastically jumping into any escapade. He was a perpetual student, taking wind-surfing lessons, tennis and ski lessons, and even music lessons well into his eighties. He had a warm smile for everyone he encountered, whether it was a new acquaintance, an old friend or a family member. He was a kind and approachable man, always ready to listen and try to help plot a path to resolve a problem or offer life guidance.

Irwin is survived by his son Lawrence M. Pensack and his wife, Meredith Pensack, of Newton, Mass.; his daughter, Deborah P. Volk, and her

Gary F. Gilmond Sr., “Big Gary” or “Poppy,” passed away unexpectedly 24 days shy of his 80th birthday at Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans, Vt., on July 3, 2025. Gary was a longtime resident of the town of Georgia, Vt.. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions in Gary’s name be made to the Champlain Valley Exposition — Horse

husband, Paul S. Volk, of Richmond, Vt.; and his son Brian D. Pensack and his wife, Sonia Robles, of Petaluma, Calif. Irwin is survived by his three cherished grandchildren, Amanda Pensack, Danielle Pensack and Ian Volk, as well as many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins, all of whom he enjoyed spending time with and loved deeply. Irwin was a down-toearth, self-effacing man who was incredulous that people loved him so greatly. Shows of affection would often move him to tears. We will miss him dearly.

The family extends a very special thanks to Edith Wilkerson, who made Irwin’s life in Vermont very special. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025, noon, at Temple Sinai Vermont at 500 Swift Street in South Burlington, Vt., followed by a small luncheon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Civil Liberties Union (aclu.org) or the UJA Federation New York (ujafedny.org/donate/ make-a-gift).

For out-of-towners, here is a Zoom link to the service: templesinaivt-org. zoom.us/j/85629833828, Meeting ID 856 2983 3828.

Pulling, 105 Pearl St., Essex Junction, VT 05452.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 5 to 7 p.m., at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main St., St. Albans.

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 11 a.m., at Ascension Church, 3157 Ethan Allen Highway, Georgia.

To view a complete obituary or offer a message of condolence, kindly go to healdfuneralhome.com.

Comic Timing

Crossing lines in the Cartoon Issue

Seven Days has produced its Cartoon Issue annually since 2013. The brainchild of cofounder Pamela Polston, the original idea was to do the entire paper as one giant comic anthology. And we came pretty close. Aside from syndicated pieces (“Free Will Astrology,” the late, great “News Quirks”) and a weekly column or two, everything from news stories to features to album reviews was cartoonified. It was awesome. And really, really hard. So each year, the Cartoon Issue has evolved. Given the immediate nature of news and the lead time most cartoonists

need to produce comics, we’ve shifted to stories that are less urgent — but no less compelling. While we still scatter cartoons throughout the issue, we’re less fanatical about doing the whole paper that way. And we’ve given the comics we do run more space to stretch out, from a single page to as many as three or four. The issue, and the cartoons, are better for it.

This year’s Cartoon Issue continues to draw outside the lines in new and different ways. The cover story isn’t a cartoon at all. It is about cartoonists, however — two of Vermont’s very best, in fact.

Sunday, July 13

7:00 Durham County Poets

Monday, July 14

12:00 Mathis, Gaelle, & Marc

7:00 Caitlin Canty

8:30 Ray Vega’s Afro-Caribbean Jazz Ensemble

Tuesday, July 15

12:00 Faculty New Orleans jazz & swing

7:00 Ordinary Elephant

8:30 Honey & Soul

Wed., July 16

12:00 No Strings Marionettes

7:00 Ali McGuirk

Saturday, July 19

Thursday, July 17

12:00 Magician Tom Verner

7:00 Mathis Andersen Trio

8:30 Dobet Gnahore

Friday, July 18

12:00 Juggler Jason Tardy

7:00 Buﬀalo Rose

8:30 Madaila

7:00 Vermont Jazz Ensemble Street Dance

CLOVER AJAMIE

Ajamie is a Vermont artist who makes comics about nature, feelings and queer stuff. Find more of their work at cloverajamie.com.

ALISON BECHDEL

Bechdel is a Vermont cartoonist who created the long-running syndicated comic strip “Dykes to Watch Out For.” She won an Eisner Award for her 2006 graphic memoir, Fun Home, which was later adapted into a Tony Awardwinning Broadway musical. She’s the author of the graphic memoirs Are You My Mother?: A Comic Drama and The Secret to Superhuman Strength Her new book, Spent: A Comic Novel, was released in May. Follow her on Instagram: @alisonbechdel.

Earlier this year, ALISON BECHDEL and HARRY BLISS released new books within a month of each other. Bliss’ You Can Never Die: A Graphic Memoir is both a memoir and an ode to his late dog, Penny. Bechdel’s Spent: A Comic Novel is ﬁction but rooted in her life and the lives of the characters from her celebrated strip “Dykes to Watch Out For.” So we asked the cartoonists to interview each other. The results were as hilarious and insightful as you’d expect (page 26). The artists also collaborated on our cover image.

That’s not the only non-cartoon story about a famous local cartoonist. Vermont’s ﬁrst cartoonist laureate, JAMES KOCHALKA, released a new Dr. Seuss book in January, Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike (page 40). It’s part of a series of books by acclaimed artists based on classic Seuss characters. Kochalka is already working on a second. And Winooski cartoonist and illustrator JULIANNA BRAZILL steps into the video spotlight for this week’s “Stuck in Vermont.”

Another change: Rather than pairing Seven Days writers with artists for every story, we gave a couple of cartoonists free rein to write and draw their own. Center for Cartoon Studies instructor GLYNNIS

HARRY BLISS

Since 1999, Bliss has published more than 25 books for children and thousands of cartoons, along with 24 covers for the New Yorker. His singlepanel gag cartoon “Bliss” is syndicated internationally and appears in more than 100 newspapers in the U.S., Japan and Canada. He’s published two New York Times best-selling collections of cartoons and comic strips with entertainer Steve Martin. His latest book, You Can Never Die: A Graphic Memoir, was released in April. He lives in Burlington and Cornish, N.H. Find his work at harrybliss.com.

FAWKES followed her neighbor Debra to a political protest in Burlington (page 30). Cartoon school alum CLOVER AJAMIE trekked to Calais to interview woodcut printmaker MARY AZARIAN (page 32).

But we couldn’t let the cartoonists have all the fun. Writer JORDAN BARRY teamed up with Burlington cartoonist KRISTEN SHULL on an ILLUSTRATED FOOD DIARY revealing what a food critic (and her toddler) really eat (page 36) — and check out SHULL’S OWN

BIWEEKLY COMIC on page 82.

Meanwhile, visual art editor ALICE DODGE interviewed North Hero artist SARAH ROSEDAHL — or rather, the cartoon chickens from Rosedahl’s forthcoming book, The Chickens’ Guide to Self Care (page 46).

Finally, music editor CHRIS FARNSWORTH and Vermont artist ETHAN SLAYTON woke up the ragtag gang from their “Doomsbury” strip to explain why PHISH WEREN’T ELECTED TO THE ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME. Spoiler: It gets weird (page 50).

THE CARTOON ISSUE

DAN BOLLES

GLYNNIS FAWKES

Fawkes is the coauthor (with Eric H. Cline) and illustrator of 1177 B.C.: A Graphic History of the Year Civilization Collapsed. She illustrated Jo Knowles’ Someone’s Gonna End Up Crying and is the author-illustrator of Charlotte Brontë Before Jane Eyre and Persephone’s Garden, among other books. Her comics have also appeared on the website of the New Yorker. She has worked as an archaeological illustrator around the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean region and teaches at the Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction. Find her work at glynnisfawkes.com.

SARAH ROSEDAHL

Rosedahl is an artist and recovering software engineer. After working in the high-tech industry for 30 years in California and New Orleans, she now lives on a small farm in Vermont, where she is inspired by the wildlife and agriculture of the Champlain Islands. Rosedahl works in watercolor, acrylic and mixed media and especially enjoys painting birds, both wild and domestic. She is the author and illustrator of Chickens! Illustrated Chicken Breeds A to Z and the forthcoming e Chickens’ Guide to Self Care. Find her work at srosedahl.com.

KRISTEN SHULL

Shull is a graduate of the Center for Cartoon Studies, class of 2020. She’s been making regular autobiographical comics since 2019 and has contributed every other week to Seven Days since 2022. In addition to her autobiographical comic work, she is an editor of Fantology, a fantasy comic anthology that debuted its fourth issue last year. You can read more of her comics on Instagram (@ego_gala and @fantologycomic), Bluesky (@egogala), and her website (kristenshull.com).

ETHAN SLAYTON

Slayton is a Vermont artist and the cocreator of “Doomsbury,” a Seven Days comic with music editor Chris Farnsworth, who summoned Slayton to do his bidding many months ago. Drawing while confined to a pentangle on the floor of Farnsworth’s bathroom is very hard for Slayton. Plus, Farnsworth needs to restock the TP supply. You can find more art and comics from Slayton on Instagram: @ethanart71. He’s also on Bluesky, TikTok and Facebook, even though he believes Meta is the devil.

Drawn Together

Vermont cartoonists Harry Bliss and Alison Bechdel interview each other about their

new books

BY DAN BOLLES • dan@sevendaysvt.com

Art, they say, imitates life. For Vermont cartoonists Alison Bechdel and Harry Bliss, it sometimes works the other way around. Both have new books out in which autobiography and ﬁction have ways of cross-pollinating.

Bechdel, 64, is the Eisner Award- and MacArthur Fellowship-winning author of a trio of graphic memoirs, including Are You My Mother?: A Comic Drama (2012) and The Secret to Superhuman Strength (2021). Her 2006 memoir Fun Home: A

Family Tragicomic was adapted into a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical of the same name; a movie starring Jake Gyllenhaal is reportedly in the works.

The Bolton cartoonist’s newest release, Spent: A Comic Novel, published last month, blurs the lines of traditional autobiographical work. For one, it’s ﬁction — mostly. Bechdel fans will recognize the book’s protagonist, though: a progressive, gay Vermont cartoonist named, um, Alison Bechdel.

In the book, cartoon Bechdel pals around with Mo Testa, Ginger Jordan,

Sparrow Pidgeon and the rest of the gang from the real Bechdel’s long-running comic strip “Dykes to Watch Out For,” which was syndicated for 25 years in publications around the world — including this one. Spent rejoins the “Dykes” (and their kids) in the present day, 17 years after we last saw them in 2008.

Bechdel’s Spent proxy shares obvious similarities to the real thing, but her backstory blends fact and ﬁction. Cartoon Bechdel is fresh off penning a bestselling memoir that’s become a cultural

phenomenon (true) and has been adapted into a successful TV show (close enough). She and her wife, Holly Rae Taylor (true), run a pygmy goat sanctuary in rural Vermont (nope) and are increasingly worried about the uncertain state of the world, especially climate change and unchecked capitalism (very true). Her solution: Write a ﬁery memoir to inspire humanity to save itself. Hilarity — and razor-sharp cultural commentary — ensue. Bliss, 61, also subverts the conventions of autobiographical storytelling in his

latest. Released in April, You Can Never Die: A Graphic Memoir traces the New Yorker cartoonist’s life from his rough-and-tumble childhood in Rochester, N.Y., through art school in Philadelphia, moving to Vermont and eventually buying J.D. Salinger’s old house in Cornish, N.H. (He currently splits his time between there and Burlington with his wife, Soﬁ Dillof.)

Along the way, Bliss dishes unflinchingly about his dysfunctional family; the daughter he and a girlfriend gave up for adoption when he was a young, struggling artist; and myriad other aspects of his life. He’s as candid about his sometimes harrowing relationship with drugs and alcohol as he is about his often brilliant working relationship with comedian Steve Martin. The duo has published two best-selling books together, most recently Martin’s Hollywood memoir Number One Is Walking: My Life in the Movies and Other Diversions in 2022.

If that material sounds like the makings of a good, juicy memoir, it is. But You Can Never Die is notable less for its lurid details than for how Bliss presents his life: through the lens of his relationship with Penny, the dog he shared with Dillof. Set in 2021, the memoir functions as both a life story and a meditation on grief — for Penny, who died ﬁrst, then for Bliss’ parents, who both died within roughly a month of each other as he was working on the book and with whom he had a fraught relationship.

As you might expect from someone whose home is practically an art gallery, Bliss’ memoir was curated as much as it was written. He intersperses his essay-ish recollections and observations with journal entries, photos and other ephemera, including comics from his long-running syndicated strip “Bliss.” The result is nakedly honest and sometimes quite sad. But it is also very, very funny.

While they di er in autobiographical scope, both books reﬂect their authors. Spent is smart, sarcastic and zany, with an unmistakable current of warmth and kindness running just below the surface, much like Bechdel herself. You Can Never Die is wild, weird and sweet — and a little dark, much like Bliss.

Recently, Seven Days sat down with Bechdel and Bliss as the two cartoonists spoke about their new books and a host of other topics, from creative processes to grief to the di culty of drawing goats.

SEVEN DAYS: Alison, Spent is ﬁction but also semi-autobiographical. Harry, your book is a memoir but not in a traditional sense. Both are pretty unconventional, so how do you guys describe them?

with just horrible grief, things about my life opened up, journaling and writing about my childhood. And then, along with all of that, kind of organically, sadly, my parents both died. So, yeah, it was like a two-and-a-halfyear period of grief.

So there had to be humor in there. I had to disperse cartoons. The journal things had to o set some of the grief, or the whole book would just be a fucking downer. But it was like therapy, in many ways. It was very therapeutic to write.

AB: You know, I only read it about threequarters of the way through and haven’t had time to ﬁnish. But I was like, What is

the deal with his parents? Are they going to read this? So … I guess not.

HB: Yeah, they died about a month apart. So the book pretty much ends with that.

SD: So you’ve got that part of Harry’s tale to look forward to, Alison.

AB: Well, it was a good choice. There’s a lot of dark stu in there but punctuated by these gorgeous drawings.

SD: Harry, what did you appreciate about Spent?

ALISON BECHDEL: My book is a kind of a mashup of my old comic strip, “Dykes to Watch Out For,” and my more recent books, which are memoirs about me and my own life. I’m calling it auto-ﬁction because it’s sort of about me but it’s not really a memoir. It doesn’t reveal dark secrets about my life like Harry does in his book.

HARRY BLISS: Mine is a memoir that’s kind of anchored by the death of Penny, our dog for 17 years. And in the course of dealing

HB: The thing I loved the most about Spent , first of all, is: It’s just sweet. It’s just a great, nice story about a community and this bunch of friends — and the kids. I loved all the activist kids doing stuff; it reminded me of my son in Brooklyn. And I just related to it all. I related to the landscape and the guns and Holly … everything Holly does. It was super familiar to me on so many levels.

AB: It was fun to write about Vermont. When I was doing my comic strip, I always kept that location generic and never pinpointed it, so everyone could pretend it was their town. But I always missed being able to talk about the speciﬁc things about a speciﬁc place, and I could do that in this book. I just love Vermont so much, so it was a good chance to say it.

HB: It felt like that. I love all the little asides — what someone’s reading, the Seven Days. You guys get a lot of press.

SD: [Laughing.] Aw, thanks, Alison! AB: Harry, I was surprised by the range of your drawing. You’re such a good caricaturist. Why don’t you do editorial stu ?

HB: Politics don’t interest me … unless I can draw Patrick Leahy doing a bump of cocaine.

AB: [Laughing.] That was pretty good. HB: There are so many people who do that better than me, and they have the pulse on what’s going on in the world. I just don’t. I would feel like a bit of an impostor.

SD: Fortunately, you do other things very well, Harry.

AB: Your drawings of Penny are just so wrenching. And, like, it’s a white dog. It’s basically negative space, but you make these incredible, nuanced portraits with so much feeling.

HB: I mean, I could say this: You could draw all your characters from memory. AB: That’s true. But you weren’t just drawing from memory; you were drawing from life.

HB: Or from photographs. It’s kind of a meditation, waking up in the morning and drawing.

Below: A “Bliss” cartoon featuring Penny

AB: I like that little note you made about cats and how they just stay in the same position forever — and you thought one was dead, but you were drunk. But that’s not true: Cats are constantly fucking moving. They’re impossible to draw. But you just draw all animals so beautifully.

It was hard drawing those fucking goats, because goats are just kind of creepy looking. If you look at their slit pupils, they look like they’re possessed. And I couldn’t draw them with those accurate pupils, because it made them look not appealing. So I had to give them cartoon eyes.

SD: Alison, what else struck you about Harry’s book?

AB: You’re becoming more and more of a recluse, you say, as you hole up down in Salinger’s old place. But I was already thinking as I read the book, like, You’re starting to sound like Holden Caulﬁeld

I wrote one down. You said, “Sometimes, if you pay too close attention to things, they can depress the hell out of you.”

That is very Holden Caulﬁeld. Harry’s becoming possessed.

HB: It’s probably subconsciously intentional somehow, because that was a piece about going to Jesuit school. Yeah, it’s very Holden Caulﬁeld.

SD: Alison, what was it like to revisit the “Dykes” characters all these years later?

AB: It was salvational. I mean, things have just been so crazy in the world, and when I got the idea to include them in this new story, it was just like, Oh, my God, here’s my old friends. I’m so happy to see you again. You’re still doing the work you’ve been doing all along. And it just was really great. I would use those characters when I was writing the strip to make sense of the chaos of the news. The news is hard for me to process unless I’m making stories out of it. So I would have them all discussing it and taking di erent positions. And it was nice to be able to access that again and have a way to process the horrors that were assaulting me daily when I was trying to work and, instead, doomscrolling, much as Alison does in the book.

SD: How does that square with reallife Alison?

AB: When I finally had a chance to read the book as a whole, I could see that Alison’s creative process — which is basically just like attention deficit disorder, as she moves from one project to another project and then gets distracted to another project — is very much how I’ve been working ever since Trump got elected the first time.

group of people who are also still ﬁghting and working to do whatever they can do to make a di erence, which is unique — though maybe not in Vermont.

AB: Yeah, maybe not so unique in Vermont. But it’s still unique for people as they age to remain engaged in that way. And that’s what was so moving, because what I was trying to write about in the book is, the older you get, the more bought into the system you get, the less engaged you are with real life, with real struggles.

When I was younger, I was much more active and engaged and seeing people doing social things and political things, and I just don’t live like that anymore. But I feel like I have to; I need to really change. HB: I mean, I might say that you haven’t changed, because it’s in the book. You’re putting it out there.

AB: That’s true. I don’t like to say that my cartoons are my political work, but in a way they kind of are, and I’m excited to go out on tour with this book, the launch, just to be with people in the same room and talk about all this stu . So that’s, I think, a really good thing.

HB: That’s also true. An extension of the book is you engaging people and then motivating people and inspiring people. I don’t. I can’t. I’m a loser. I don’t do political comics. I don’t comment on it. And it’s a conundrum. I have some guilt around that. Every now and again, I’ll post a drawing on Instagram — I did one of Trump with a golf [club] up his ass. But when I’m doing stu with Steve [Martin], he stays away from it. So I deﬁnitely have guilt around it, because I have pretty strong feelings about things.

POLITICS DON’T INTEREST ME …

UNLESS I CAN DRAW

PATRICK LEAHY DOING A BUMP OF COCAINE.

HARRY BLISS

And eventually I can put something together. But I just feel crazy some days, sitting in my basement trying to write comics when the world is going up in ﬂames. It just feels hopeless. But the characters gave me hope.

HB: I think that’s what I like so much about the book. It’s clear you’re sitting there and you’re freaking out at what’s on the news, but weaving through all that is the sense of love and community and this

SD: I would say that both political and nonpolitical work are important right now. People like to read things they can identify with politically, but it’s also nice to have an escape.

AB: Especially if you’re connecting with all kinds of people. Like, MAGA people are not gonna read my book. But they might see your cartoons and think, Oh, that’s really cool. And I miss that, too.

One of the things I write about in Spent is, Alison has this fantasy of how TV was in the old days, when it really did reach a mass audience and everyone was watching the same shows every night. And yeah, they might have been a little racist and sexist, but everyone was watching them together. And there’s something to be said for that.

Above: A page from Harry Bliss’ journal

And so she has this fantasy that she’s gonna, like, bring the country together with her own TV show. It doesn’t go well. But I do feel like we’ve just become so fragmented. No one has the same cultural references anymore, and it’s really sad — dangerous, not just sad.

SD: Speaking of sad, both of your books deal with heavy topics, albeit in different ways.

AB: Your story of losing Penny was just really powerful, Harry. And as someone who has lost a pet, I always think, like, This is just unbearable. How do people live with this loss? I had a cat who got taken away in the night, like, two years ago, and I still haven’t recovered.

HB: I don’t think we ever really recover. I feel like it’s almost some kind of weird penance, the suffering or loss. It’s like a necessary penance for just being alive. But now I have a new dog, Junior, and there’s a hovering sadness every moment I’m with him, because I know it’s gonna happen again.

AB: Well, it heightens your appreciation for life, knowing what loss is like. But also, people talk about how our love for animals is more pure because it’s not mixed up with all these complicated emotions we have for people. And I mean, your parents just sound so difficult.

HB: Yeah, it’s a weird thing. They were … not great parents. But the thing that I took away from when they died is that I missed them. Death is just … what a fucking trip that is to deal with. How

I

JUST LOVE VERMONT

SO MUCH, SO IT WAS A GOOD CHANCE TO SAY IT.

ALISON BECHDEL

would I know that I would miss my parents, that I would literally miss all of their malfunctions, all of the things that I didn’t like about them?

AB: What were you going to do if your parents didn’t die? Would you have taken all that stuff out about them — just out of curiosity?

HB: No, I don’t think so. That’s a really good question that I didn’t think about. But at the end of the book, there’s a kind of reconciliation, I guess, if that’s the right word. I was just so bummed, and I didn’t want my mom to die.

I don’t think my dad would have cared as much [what I put in the book]. He probably would have said, “Yeah, that’s true. You know, we hit you, and I wish I hadn’t.”

AB: We got hit a little bit. Mostly my brothers got hit. I escaped it somehow. But yeah, my dad was a little crazy, too.

You’ve got that scene of your dad just, like, reaching around trying to hit whoever he could in the back seat.

HB: That definitely happened. [Laughing.]

AB: [Laughing.] Yeah, yeah, we laugh. It’s crazy, you know?

HB: I know, right? Yeah, in the moment, in the moment, you don’t even know that. You’re scared. You don’t know.

AB: I only remember this one time because I had a friend with me, and I was like, Oh, my God, what does she think of this? But of course, we went through it all the time. It’s just your world, until someone else’s perspective is there.

HB: If I had the awareness to think, This is fucked up — but you don’t. It’s just, This is the way things are. And you realize that, Wow, pretty much my whole childhood was fear and anxiety.

AB: Yeah. It turned us into cartoonists. ➆

This interview was edited for clarity and length.

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SERVING UP FOOD NEWS

BY JORDAN BARRY • jbarry@sevendaysvt.com

Crumbs: South Burlington Chain Restaurants, Local Maverick Manchester, Sobremesa

Vermont’s food scene never takes a vacation, even over a holiday weekend.

Last week, two multistate chains announced the grand opening — or reopening — of their South Burlington locations. On Friday, July 11, WINGS OVER BURLINGTON will o cially return to 150 Dorset Street, now under corporate ownership. The sole Vermont outpost of the nine-state chicken wing biz had been operated by local franchise owners in the Blue Mall from 2007 until its closure on March 12.

The Vermont Secretary of State now lists Kevin Mok — one of a group of Cornell University friends who bought the national Wings Over brand in 2017 — as the South Burlington location’s

juices and cold-brew co ee. Follow @playabowlsburlingtonvt on Instagram for more information.

In Manchester, a local market and tasting room is now open among the outlet shops. Burlington’s LOCAL MAVERICK and Middlebury’s SPLIT SPIRITS have teamed up to launch the business at 96 Depot Street, highlighting Vermont-made food, beverages, craft, art and wellness products.

“organizer.”

Across the street at 225 Dorset PLAYA BOWLS

Saturday, July 12. Local franchise owner THERESA FLETCHER is the ﬁrst to bring the New Jersey-founded açai-bowl chain to Vermont, joining more than 300 locations around the country. Fletcher, who lives in Essex and spent 10 years as

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In addition to Split Spirits’ lineup of “climate-neutral” gin, whiskey, agave and other spirits, the tasting room o ers products from BARR HILL, MOUNT HOLLY , Brattleboro’s VERMONT VERMOUTH and Shaftsbury’s WATSON WHEELER CIDER

The space will host demos, sip-andshop events, and pop-up dinners, making it “more than a storefront,”

Local Maverick founder RYAN NAKHLEH said in a press release.

SOBREMESA owners CAITLIN

Street, human resources diand smoothies forever and can’t wait to share with my told Seven Days

rector for Dunkin’, has “loved juice community,” she via email.

The mostly plant-based menu features a variety of açai, coconut and mango bowls, as well as smoothies,

RODRIGUEZ ELBERSON and JASON ELBERSON announced on social media on July 3 that they will cease wholesale distribution of their popular kimchi, kraut and other products — all made with local, organic produce. “It’s the end of an era, but not the end of Sobremesa,” the post read.

The Charlotte couple started their fermented-product biz in Marshﬁeld in 2014 and grew to supply farm stores and co-ops throughout central and northern Vermont. Moving forward, they’ll produce “just a few batches” of signature ferments each fall, which will be available online at sobremesavt.com.

Sobremesa’s ﬁnal day at the BURLINGTON FARMERS MARKET is Saturday,

Finally, July 12. ➆

Wings Over Burlington in March

Hamming It Up

Former cartoonist laureate James Kochalka pens a sequel to the Dr. Seuss classic Green Eggs and Ham

BY KEN PICARD • ken@sevendaysvt.com

Green Eggs and Ham, one of the most beloved and successful children’s books of all time, began as a dare: In 1957, Random House published The Cat in the Hat, whose author and illustrator, Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, used just 236 words from a list that educators had chosen as helpful in teaching children to read. Three years later, Random House cofounder Bennett Cerf bet Geisel $50 that he couldn’t write a follow-up book using 50 words or fewer. Geisel handily won the bet.

Fortunately for James Kochalka, he wasn’t limited to such a restrictive vocabulary when he was asked to write a sequel to the Dr. Seuss classic about a man who is afraid of trying anything new. In January, the Burlington cartoonist and Vermont’s ﬁrst cartoonist laureate published Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike, one of three modern sequels to Dr. Seuss books — along with The Grinch and The Cat in the Hat — penned by other artists.

“As a kid, I was a huge Dr. Seuss fan,” said Kochalka, 58, who’s known for his Johnny Boo and Dragon Puncher graphic novel series for children, as well as his daily diary cartoon, “American Elf,” which ran in Seven Days for 14 years. A two-time winner of a prestigious Eisner Award, the comic book industry’s equivalent of the Academy Award, Kochalka has taught at the Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction, illustrated two Cartoon Issue covers for this paper, and had his books published internationally in French, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese.

In Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike, Sam-I-Am tries to convince his grumpy pal, Walter Plot, to put down his video games and get into the great outdoors. But Walter is put o by the idea of encountering stinging bugs, ﬂowers that might make him sneeze and rivers that could block his way.

Keen-eyed Dr. Seuss fans have probably noticed that Sam-I-Am’s friend in the original Green Eggs and Ham didn’t have a name. (In the 2019 Netﬂix cartoon series, he’s referred to simply as Guy.)

When Kochalka auditioned to write the sequel — at the time, not knowing which

of the three Dr. Seuss books he would be assigned — he named the character Walter Plot. His editors so loved the name choice, Kochalka said, that “they just think of him as Walter now.”

As he began working on the book, Kochalka made an intriguing discovery about Dr. Seuss’ illustrations.

“The characters don’t look the same from one page to another,” he said. “He’d

draw their noses di erent, their ears di erent, their fuzz di erent.” Such variations violate what some consider a cardinal rule in cartoon schooling: to always “draw on model” — that is, to maintain precise ratios between facial features and body parts.

But Kochalka didn’t attend cartoon school, he noted, so he has never followed that rule, either, and thinks it would limit his ability to express emotions. In a tense scene, for example, his character’s face may be scrunched up; in a joyous one, it may be more exaggerated and open.

“It was great to look at Dr. Seuss again and see how wildly free his art was,” he said.

There are a few obvious di erences between Kochalka’s cartooning style and Geisel’s. Much of the appeal of Dr. Seuss books are the rhymes and cadences of the verse, which make them fun to read aloud.

“What I bring to cartooning is a narrative cadence, the transition from panel to panel,” Kochalka said. “It’s a di erent kind of storytelling.”

Also, Dr. Seuss books frequently include a subtext or message. The Lorax can read as a critique of unbridled capitalism and its disregard for the environment.

Horton Hears a Who! , with its “A person’s a person, no matter how small,” is an appeal to treat all people equally, regardless of their stature or other superﬁcial di erences.

Though editors and reviewers regularly find a moral or lesson in Kochalka’s graphic novels, he said, it’s usually not one he deliberately put there.

IT WAS GREAT TO LOOK AT DR. SEUSS AGAIN AND SEE HOW WILDLY FREE HIS ART WAS.

Instead, his cartoons are “really about navigating the mineﬁeld of emotion and social interaction that any person goes through, whether they’re a child or an adult,” he said. “Kids get it because they feel it every day.”

JAMES KOCHALKA

Kochalka was glad to be assigned Green Eggs and Ham for another reason: His books tend to feature just two characters walking around and talking to each other, he said, “and one of them is really uptight.”

And, like all of his other work, Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike includes aspects of the author’s own personality, including his fondness for video games. Beneath Kochalka’s living room TV set sits a plethora of gaming consoles, ranging from modern Xbox, Nintendo and PlayStation systems to old Atari and Pong

systems from the 1970s.

“But I’m also the guy who wants to go for a hike,” he added. Evidently, Random House and Dr. Seuss Enterprises were pleased with Kochalka’s ﬁrst e ort. He just ﬁnished a follow-up, titled Green Eggs and Ham Go Next Door, about Walter Plot’s displeasure in getting a new neighbor who is a bear. That book is due out in early 2026.

A prolific illustrator, Kochalka o ered a preview of yet another forthcoming graphic novel, albeit one that is deﬁnitely not intended for children: Drug Wolf is a Batman-like character who derives his superpowers from di erent combinations of illicit drugs. In one episode, after a car nearly runs down Drug Wolf, Kochalka said, he melts the driver with “the enhanced body heat of MDMA, combined with the force of incomprehensible meth rage.”

Yertle the Turtle it is not. ➆

Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike, by James Kochalka, Random House Graphic, 80 pages. $10.99.

Joining the Parade

Why march in a lawn chair brigade? The better question is: Why not?

BY CHELSEA EDGAR • chelsea@sevendaysvt.com

I’m not into parades for the same reason that I’m not into musicals, which boils down to an excess of enthusiasm — one might say an embarrassment of enthusiasm. Parades are sort of embarrassing. People in a parade go by in a state of unnatural enthusiasm — what is marching but unnaturally enthusiastic walking? — and then everyone watching the parade must respond with enthusiasm of their own, or the whole enterprise falls apart.

But last year I learned a destabilizing fact, one that threatened to change my anti-parade outlook forever. A friend told me that he was going to join something called the Sue Pasco Memorial Williston Precision Lawn Chair March & Drill Team, sometimes conveniently shortened to SPMWPLCM&DT. Each year during the town’s Fourth of July parade, my friend explained, a group of Willistonians convenes to perform an esoteric routine that involves marching in formation with lawn chairs, something no one ever needs to do in the course of normal life and that therefore simply must be done. This year, I decided I had to join them.

SPMWPLCM&DT, to me, spelled personal growth. Could I become a parade person? What exciting opportunities awaited me on the other side of getting over myself?

When googling yielded no discernible way to get in touch with the organizers, my friend put me in touch with one of them, Lori Fisher. Two days before the parade, I received an amazingly detailed email from Fisher confirming my “non-transferable media invite.” The email advised: “Please prep in advance for the demands by marching around your domicile on an eight count, stretching, hydrating, and getting a good night’s sleep every night.” The email further advised that SPMWPLCM&DT’s single annual practice would occur on the morning of the parade at the home of Fisher and her husband, Ben Rose, between 8:14 and 8:58 a.m.

Also per the email, the only permissible variety of lawn chair was the vintage kind with a metal frame, ideal for the precision snapping sound for which SPMWPLCM&DT is renowned. I do not own this kind of lawn chair, nor are they easy to come by in the modern outdoor furniture marketplace. I had to borrow

one from my SPMWPLCM&DT-insider friend.

Due to my failure to leave my house on time, I arrived at the Fisher-Rose residence at 8:20 a.m., six minutes behind schedule. I stood awkwardly in their driveway with my chair, wondering if my non-transferable media credential would be revoked as punishment for my imprecision. Instead, Fisher, wearing a straw fedora and red kerchief, greeted me warmly and offered me fresh-baked scones and coffee. She told me that the group is always looking for new recruits and repeatedly insisted that I include in this article her email address, which is lorifishervt@gmail.com.

Both Fisher and Rose are recently retired — Fisher as executive director of the Lake Champlain Committee, Rose as a section chief for Vermont Emergency Management. The couple have been involved in SPMWPLCM&DT for more than three decades. To the best of their knowledge, it’s the only active lawn chair brigade in Vermont and a known quantity in the small but vibrant ecosystem of synchronized lawn chair performance — an ecosystem that encompasses

“I think we’re, like, the fifth or 10th most popular lawn chair team, if you YouTube it,” Rose told me.

Fisher and Rose’s late neighbor, Sue Pasco, started the lawn chair team in the ’80s. Pasco taught English at Essex High School and was extremely serious about being unserious. Not long after Fisher and Rose moved into the neighborhood, in 1989, they found a typed note under their door inviting them to join the “prestigious Williston Lawn Chair March and Drill Team.” They’ve marched faithfully ever since. Their son wrote his college application essay about the lawn chair team, as did

THE

REASON FOR

THE SHORT PRACTICE IS TO KEEP THAT SENSE OF THE EDGE OF DANGER.

LORI FISHER

a not-insignificant number of other Champlain Valley Union High School graduates. (“It’s a noted résumé builder,” Fisher said.) When Pasco died of cancer in 2002, Fisher and Rose took over as lead organizers and intend to keep it going in her honor.

Last Friday morning, the group of 27 included several 20-year veterans, a handful of first-time marchers, a visitor from the UK (“We should add ‘International’ to the acronym!” someone joked), and Seth Hibbert and his 10-year-old son, Lewis, whose task that day would be to hold the sign displaying the entire team name, minus the word “Precision,” which had been omitted in error.

Hibbert wore a short-sleeve buttondown printed with SPMWPLCM&DTapproved lawn chairs. He’d ordered the shirt online, from “some sort of sketchy, probably Chinese print shop,” and had been pleasantly surprised when it arrived on time and was not the size of his hand.

This was Hibbert’s second year in the parade. Before last year’s march, he had found a regulation lawn chair at the dump, but the webbing was compromised. “I was kind of worried I’d fall through,”

Wolfeboro, N.H.; Dunwoody, Ga.; and Ely, Minn.

he said. This anxiety did not come to fruition, but he rewove the webbing this year, just in case. (Fisher conﬁrmed that someone once did fall through a chair during the parade and sustained only mild embarrassment.)

As we assembled in the cul-de-sac for rehearsal, Fisher gave a pep talk. “The reason for the short practice is to keep that sense of the edge of danger,” she told us. Aside from some especially hot, humid years and the time the team marched behind an equestrian group and had to negotiate piles of manure, the rigors of a lawn chair parade, for the average spry newcomer, are mostly psychological.

Just as we were about to begin practicing, I blurted to the commander, Alison Duback, in a tone that might have sounded normal if she were a skydiving instructor and not a lawn chair brigade commander: “Do you have any quick tips or tricks?!”

“Don’t worry,” she reassured me. “We’ll go over everything as a group.”

As someone who performs poorly in coordinated activities involving large

in me an altered state of consciousness not unlike being stoned. For another, to my enormous relief, I wasn’t the only person who occasionally messed up.

Lynn Blevins, in the row ahead of me, has been part of the brigade for about 15 years. “I like the ridiculousness of it,” she said. “You’re bringing joy to people at your own expense.”

SPMWPLCM&DT also occasions the sort of desperation that results in moments of serendipity with strangers. One year, when Blevins could only come up with a nonregulation lawn chair for the parade, she approached a random woman on the sidelines, who happened to be sitting on an approved chair, and asked if they could swap. The woman looked slightly taken aback, but she obliged. When Blevins caught up with her later to return the chair, the woman told her that it had belonged to her late mother and she’d been tickled to see it put to such good use.

To get to the start of the route, we had to walk the length of the parade, a little over a mile on Route 2, through the part of Williston that I know primarily as the Place Where Best Buy Isn’t. People had set up lawn chairs of their own along the side of the road, and I couldn’t help but notice how few would have made the cut. When Pasco ﬁrst started the lawn chair team, Rose said, the webbed, metal-framed chairs were the dominant species. The troupe could blend in with the spectators, then take everyone by surprise by jumping into the parade.

groups and yet persists in doing them, I was not reassured.

One by one, we walked through the routines: “present chair,” in which we were supposed to hold our chairs in front of us and open and close them with great ceremony; the “short routine,” in which we placed our chairs on the ground and marched around them to a four-count; the “medium” routine, which I’ve already forgotten; the “long routine,” in which we sat in our chairs and crossed and uncrossed our legs while pretending to read or take selfies; and the “arabesque,” a balletic maneuver in which we balanced on our chairs with one arm extended in front of us and the opposite leg behind.

The arabesque, Rose told me, is a crowd favorite. He admitted to stealing it from the Wolfeboro team. “We’ve generally resisted change, but we couldn’t resist that,” he said.

By the end of the half-hour rehearsal, I felt less imperiled. For one thing, the sound of two dozen metal lawn chairs snapping in unison, or almost in unison, had produced

Today, a couple dozen people carrying vintage lawn chairs cannot pass unrecognized on the Fourth of July in Williston. “There go the lawn chair people!” a woman on the sidelines gasped as we walked by. “They’re the best part of the whole thing!”

I lost track of how many variations of that sentence I heard. One woman ﬁlming on her iPhone screamed “YES! YES! YES!” with the sound of every precision metal click.

The sound of grown adults losing their minds over people marching with lawn chairs dispelled any lingering traces of self-consciousness. During an arabesque routine, I put my chair down too close to Blevins in front of me and nearly got kicked in the head. No problem. Only one moment felt even slightly weird. We’d reached a point along the route where, inexplicably, nobody was cheering.

“Make some noise, you guys!” someone yelled from within our ranks. “Otherwise, we feel ridiculous!” ➆

See the Lawn Chair March in action at sevendaysvt.com.

on screen

Jurassic World: Rebirth ★★★

Rebirth has been no problem for the blockbuster franchise that Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park launched in 1993. The ﬁrst two sequels may have had diminishing returns, but genetically engineered dinosaurs rampaged again with a vengeance in 2015’s Jurassic World, set 22 years after the original.

Follow-up Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom left the theme park setting for gothic mansion territory, while Jurassic World: Dominion explored what might happen if dinosaurs escaped containment and overran the Earth. The seventh installment, Jurassic World: Rebirth, brings on board director Gareth Edwards, who helmed the 2014 Godzilla reboot. It earned $147.3 million over the holiday week, according to Variety, so don’t expect dino thrillers to go extinct anytime soon.

The deal

Luckily for humanity, the Anthropocene climate turned out to be unfriendly to the revived dinosaurs. Most of them have retreated to a belt around the equator, which we’ve graciously abandoned to them. For Homo sapiens, familiarity with prehistoric reptiles seems to have bred contempt; paleontologist Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey) laments the low attendance at his dinosaur exhibits.

But Big Pharma still has uses for dinosaurs. An executive (Rupert Friend) hopes to pillage them for samples that could unlock a revolutionary treatment for heart disease. He enlists Henry and mercenary Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson) to accompany him to an island dino stronghold via a boat captained by Zora’s old friend (Mahershala Ali).

Before they even reach the island, the crew rescues a family fresh from a close call with an aquatic Mosasaurus. A divorced dad (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), his daughters (Audrina Miranda and Luna Blaise), and the older girl’s deadbeat stoner boyfriend (David Iacono) ﬁnd themselves stranded on the island, too.

While the scientists and mercenaries race to gather samples, the regular folks just try to stay alive. Once used as a lab by InGen, the company that revived the dinosaurs, the island is home to giant mutants. And they’re hungry.

Will you like it?

Scripted by David Koepp, who wrote the

REVIEW

original Jurassic Park , Jurassic World: Rebirth plays like a greatest hits reel. We’re back to the original formula, more or less: A motley group of people on an island, including a cherubic child, pits their wits and tech against prehistoric predators. There’s a benign, “feel the wonder” encounter with two herbivorous Titanosaurus and a terrifying open-air chase by a Tyrannosaurus rex . A tense stalking episode inside the ruined lab complex recalls the kitchen scene in the original ﬁlm, with the ﬁctional Mutadon standing in for Velociraptor.

Jeff Goldblum’s Ian Malcolm isn’t around to be the mouthpiece for the theme of human hubris, so Bailey takes over, monologizing about the folly of expecting our big brains to win the evolutionary race. This year it feels especially relevant, somehow, and Koepp injects a hint of climate consciousness.

That’s about as deep as things get, though. In old-school action-movie fashion, Koepp gives each major character a token backstory and arc, but there are so many characters that it’s hard to care. The two central plot threads — hard-edged mercenary redemption saga and heartwarming family adventure — never gel in any satisfying way.

Instead, the movie feels like a cynical e ort to cater to multiple demographics. It

lurches from bloodshed to aww-inducing scenes of the little girl bonding with a lapdog-like Aquilops, with the strongest thread of continuity being product placement. (Altoids star in two scenes, a Snickers bar in one.) But at least we can all join in cheering on the demise of Friend’s pharmaceutical exec, who telegraphs his evil nature with a gusto reminiscent of Paul Reiser in Aliens

Who cares about characters, though? You want theme park-style thrills, and Edwards delivers fairly well on that promise. The T. rex chase is a nail-biter, as is a sequence in which the mercenaries rappel down a 500-foot cli to steal a sample from the nest of a long-beaked Quetzalcoatlus. The tension is real, as long as you don’t mind that the creatures and many of the environments obviously aren’t.

The deep-down fear, though? The primal dread of becoming prey? That’s long gone. In the ﬁrst Jurassic Park, Spielberg strategically rationed the dinosaurs’ screen time, and each footfall of the T. rex landed with an enormous thud we could feel in our bones. Edwards manages to create a sense of scale and scope in some scenes, but his T. rex looks and sounds like just another animation.

Each Jurassic World movie has striven to produce a scarier monster than the last one — in this case, the hideous mutant Distortus

A paleontologist raids a scaly avian’s aerie in an adventure that returns to the formula of the original ﬁlm.

rex — while blaming the escalation on greedy corporations. But each mutant simply carries the franchise further from its roots, making it less distinguishable from other giant monster movies. The thrills are still there, but the wonder is waning.

MARGOT HARRISON margot@sevendaysvt.com

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JURASSIC PARK (1993; Peacock, rentable): Rebirth tries but fails to recapture the terror of Spielberg’s original, which holds up just ﬁne after decades.

JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION (2022; Peacock, rentable): Former Vermont resident Colin Trevorrow directed the preceding entry. Like Jurassic World (also directed by Trevorrow) and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, it stars Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, with this episode reuniting Laura Dern, Sam Neill and Goldblum from the original cast.

MONSTERS (2010; Disney+, Hulu, rentable): Edwards started his career in the world of visual effects. Before getting the Godzilla gig, he proved his giant-monster bona ﬁdes by making this ingenious low-budget ﬁlm about an alien incursion, which doubles as an all-too-timely immigration metaphor.

NEW IN THEATERS

EVERYTHING’S GOING TO BE GREAT: A dad (Bryan Cranston) with big theater dreams drags his dysfunctional family on the road in this comedy-drama from Jon S. Baird, also starring Allison Janney and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth. (95 min, R. Savoy)

SUPERMAN: The DC Comics superhero gets another reboot, this time directed by James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy) and starring David Corenswet as the title character, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. (129 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Paramount, Playhouse, Star, Sunset, Welden)

CURRENTLY PLAYING

28 YEARS LATERHHHH The third installment of the horror series focuses on an island community that has managed to survive the apocalyptic pandemic. Danny Boyle again directs; Jack O’Connell and Aaron Taylor-Johnson star. (115 min, R. Essex, Majestic, Sunset; reviewed 7/2)

BAD SHABBOSHH1/2 An interfaith couple’s first Shabbat dinner with both sets of parents goes very wrong in this comedy from Daniel Robbins, starring Kyra Sedgwick, Milana Vayntrub and Method Man. (84 min, NR. Savoy)

ELIOHHH1/2 An 11-year-old boy (voice of Yonas Kibreab) finds himself serving as Earth’s ambassador to aliens in this Pixar family animation. (99 min, PG. Bijou, Capitol, Majestic, Stowe)

F1: THE MOVIEHHH1/2 A retired Formula One racer (Brad Pitt) returns to the track and mentors a rookie in this sports drama, also starring Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem. Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) directed. (155 min, PG-13. Bijou, Capitol, City Cinema, Essex, Majestic, Star, Stowe, Sunset)

FAMILIAR TOUCHHHHH1/2 This debut drama from Sarah Friedland, about an eightysomething woman (Kathleen Chalfant) making the transition to assisted living, won three awards at the Venice International Film Festival. (90 min, NR. Savoy)

FINAL DESTINATION: BLOODLINESHHH1/2 A college student (Kaitlyn Santa Juana) learns her family was never supposed to exist in the return of the horror franchise. (110 min, R. Sunset; reviewed 5/21)

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGONHHH DreamWorks Animation gets into the live-action-remake business with this new take on its 2010 hit about a Viking lad (Mason Thames) who makes an unexpected friend. (125 min, PG. Bethel, Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Star, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)

JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFEHHH1/2 A single bookseller becomes a writer to improve her love life in this rom-com from Laura Piani, starring Camille Rutherford and Pablo Pauly. (98 min, R. Catamount [starts Sat], VTIFF [Thu only])

JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTHHH1/2 In the seventh installment, a pharmaceutical research team seeks out the surviving dinosaurs on a remote island. Gareth Edwards directed; Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Rupert Friend star. (134 min, PG-13. Bethel, Bijou, Capitol, City Cinema, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Paramount, Star, Sunset, Welden; reviewed 7/9)

KARATE KID: LEGENDSHH1/2 A young martial-arts prodigy (Ben Wang) struggles to adjust after a move to the U.S. in the sixth entry in the action franchise, also starring Jackie Chan. (94 min, PG-13. Sunset)

LILO & STITCHHH1/2 In Disney’s (partially) liveaction remake of its 2002 animation, a lonely girl (Maia Kealoha) makes friends with an alien who’s on the run. Dean Fleischer Camp directed. (108 min, PG. Bijou, Majestic)

MATERIALISTSHHH1/2 A matchmaker (Dakota Johnson) struggles to decide between two attractive men (Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal) in this romantic drama from Celine Song (Past Lives). (116 min, R. Majestic, Savoy; reviewed 6/25)

M3GAN 2.0HH1/2 An all-too-protective robot is resurrected to fight her pirated counterpart in this sequel to the horror comedy hit, again directed by Gerard Johnstone and starring Allison Williams, Jemaine Clement and Violet McGraw. (119 min, PG-13. Capitol, Sunset)

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE — THE FINAL

RECKONINGHHH1/2 Tom Cruise returns in the eighth installment of the action franchise about spies and stunts, again directed by Christopher McQuarrie. (169 min, PG-13. Majestic)

THE PHOENICIAN SCHEMEHHH Wes Anderson turns his pastiching energies on midcentury capers in this comedy about a tycoon (Benicio Del Toro) who wills his estate to his devout daughter (Mia Threapleton). (101 min, PG-13. Majestic; reviewed 6/11)

OLDER FILMS AND SPECIAL SCREENINGS

1984 (Catamount, Wed 9 only)

CRAFT AND ROM COM (Savoy, Wed 16 only)

FIVE FINGERS OF DEATH (VTIFF, Sat only)

GONE GUYS (Catamount, Thu & Fri only)

MASTER OF THE FLYING GUILLOTINE (VTIFF, Fri only)

NATIONAL LAMPOON’S VACATION (Welden, Tue only)

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST 50TH

ANNIVERSARY (Essex, Sun & Wed 16 only)

SHREK (Catamount, Thu only)

TOY STORY 2 (Catamount, Tue only)

WHAT HAPPENED TO MONDAY (Catamount, Wed 16 only)

OPEN THEATERS

(* = upcoming schedule for theater was not available at press time)

BETHEL DRIVE-IN: 36 Bethel Dr., Bethel, 728-3740, betheldrivein.com

*BIJOU CINEPLEX 4: 107 Portland St., Morrisville, 888-3293, bijou4.com

*CAPITOL SHOWPLACE: 93 State St., Montpelier, 229-0343, fgbtheaters.com

CATAMOUNT ARTS: 115 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury, 748-2600, catamountarts.org

*CITY CINEMA: 137 Waterfront Plaza, Newport, 334-2610, citycinemanewport.com

ESSEX CINEMAS & T-REX THEATER: 21 Essex Way, Suite 300, Essex, 879-6543, essexcinemas.com

MAJESTIC 10: 190 Boxwood St., Williston, 878-2010, majestic10.com

MARQUIS THEATER: 65 Main St., Middlebury, 388-4841, middleburymarquis.com.

PARAMOUNT TWIN CINEMA: 241 N. Main St., Barre, 479-9621, fgbtheaters.com

PLAYHOUSE MOVIE THEATRE: 11 S. Main St., Randolph, 728-4012, playhouseflicks.com

SAVOY THEATER: 26 Main St., Montpelier, 2290598, savoytheater.com

THE SCREENING ROOM @ VTIFF: 60 Lake St., Ste. 1C, Burlington, 660-2600, vtiff.org

STAR THEATRE: 17 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury, 748-9511, stjaytheatre.com

*STOWE CINEMA 3PLEX: 454 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4678, stowecinema.com

SUNSET DRIVE-IN: 155 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 862-1800, sunsetdrivein.com

WELDEN THEATRE: 104 N. Main St., St. Albans, 527-7888, weldentheatre.com

art

A-muse-ments

An interview with Sarah Rosedahl’s perfectly posed poultry

BY ALICE DODGE • adodge@sevendaysvt.com

The Muses, popular in neoclassical art, were often depicted lolling under picturesque copses of trees, playing music, reading and vaguely dishing out creative inspiration to passersby. It is not a scenario most artists today will recognize from their daily lives. We are taught that art is work and requires discipline, determination and hard choices. How, then, to best represent the more downto-earth inspirers of fertile invention? What does it take to be an e ective modern muse?

Engineer turned cartoonist Sarah Rosedahl, 63, channels artistic wisdom from a gaggle of goddesses who undoubtedly also spend their time lounging in glades, though perhaps with less epic poetry and more bug eating. In other words, her muses are her chickens.

Vermonters may have seen Rosedahl’s ﬂock pictured in stickers, coloring books and prints at the Burlington Farmers Market or her new studio in the Soda Plant on Pine Street.

After moving 13 years ago to a North Hero home that already had a coop, the artist acquired a small bevy of backyard birds who have inspired her ever since. Recent portraits, for a forthcoming book titled The Chickens’ Guide to Self Care, have them enjoying a bath, getting tattooed and taking up journaling. In other scenes, they drive tractors, go hiking and protest.

All that activity seems like pretty hard work, even if it’s relaxing. Seven Days wondered what it takes to go from poultry to professional posers, so we asked Rosedahl to facilitate interviews with Lucy, Ethel, Violet and Rachel, who play such an important role in her creative process. ➆

INFO

Visit Sarah Rosedahl at her studio in the Soda Plant on Pine Street or at the Burlington Farmers Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., through October. srosedahl.com

ARTS NEWS

Jonathan Gitelson Wins 2025 Vermont Prize

BY ALICE DODGE • adodge@sevendaysvt.com

Brattleboro artist Jonathan Gitelson has won the 2025 Vermont Prize, organizers announced last week. The visual art prize, established in 2022 by the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, Burlington City Arts, the Current gallery in Stowe, and the Hall Art Foundation in Reading, recognizes one artist annually with a $5,000 award.

Directors and curators at those organizations — Sarah Freeman, Heather Ferrell, Rachel Moore and Maryse Brand, respectively — selected the winner, along with guest juror Denise Markonish, the former chief curator at MASS MoCA in North Adams, Mass., who in June became chief curator at the Madison Square Park Conservancy in New York City. Gitelson joins previous winners Will Kasso Condry, Terry Ekasala and Sarah Amos.

with a background in photography. But his work isn’t limited to that medium, instead ranging from artist books to research-based practice to radio shows — wherever a project takes him.

“The one connecting thing is an interest in the minutiae of everyday life,” he said in a phone interview.

Brattleboro residents may remember Gitelson’s multiyear collaborative project “Sonic Blanket,” which he conceived during the pandemic lockdown in 2020. Wanting to connect and comfort isolated neighbors, he started to think about radio waves as a kind of invisible force linking everyone within their range. With musician Weston Olencki and poet Diana Whitney, he created a 15-minute audio collage that was broadcast each night at midnight on Brattleboro Community Radio from December 2021 through December 2022. Other components of the project followed, from community art-making workshops to a banner across Main Street.

Gitelson’s current project is a series of photographs called “Indian Chief No. 53.” It was partially inspired by a statue of “Chief Kisco,” a prominent landmark in his hometown, Mount Kisco, N.Y.

chief and that there was that history there.” Except, he found out, the chief was a folktale, and the statue one of many.

Drawing on a publication by the local historical society, Gitelson started investigating the history of the statue — which, it turns out, was originally marketed with the title “Indian Chief #53” in a sales catalog from 1873. An estimated 25 were installed across the country as civic statues, claiming to represent leaders, real and fictional, from a variety of Indigenous peoples. One of the statues, Gitelson said, “was accidentally sent to Peru and was put in the square in Cuzco as representing an Incan chief.”

Gitelson has documented 20 of the statues so far, even wading up to his neck in the flooded Mississippi River in Muscatine, Iowa, to photograph the “Mascoutin Indian,” which someone had ironically decorated with a life preserver. The project, like much of Gitelson’s work, brings up weighty, complicated subjects — such as the representation of history and vice versa — but treats that complexity with a dose of humor.

Gitelson said much of his work over the past decade has explored the idea of place and what it signifies to be present in one. Winning the Vermont Prize, he said, means “having the place where I live … recognize what I’m doing.”

He added, “It’s profoundly meaningful to me.” ➆

INFO

Gitelson is a professor of art and design at Keene State College in New Hampshire

CALLS TO ARTISTS

ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS GRANT: Now seeking applications for funding to support arts projects in schools, typically three to 10 days in duration. Priority given to projects led by Vermont artists and artists on the council’s teaching artist roster. Apply online at vermontartscouncil.org. Vermont Arts Council, Montpelier. Deadline: July 28. Info, 402-4496.

CALL FOR VIDEO ARTISTS: Seeking dynamic video art for projection and screening during the South End Art Hop. Open to Media Factory members and regional artists. Submissions should have strong visuals, be made using any and all techniques, and be playable with minimal or no audio. Videos with props or installation elements will be considered. The Media Factory, Burlington. Deadline: July 31. Free. Info, outreach@mediafactory.org.

OPENINGS + RECEPTIONS

MACKENZIE KOVAKA: “Brushes in Barre,” plein air watercolor paintings, on view in the Quick Change gallery. Studio Place Arts, Barre, through August 15. Info, 479-7069.

TRACY BURTZ: “Unspoken,” a collection of large-scale portraiture that aims to capture subtleties of expression and body language through decisive brushstrokes.

“When I was growing up,” he said, “I really loved that my town was named after a

Learn more at vermontprize.org and jonathangitelson.com.

Reception: Thursday, July 10, 5-6:30 p.m. Edgewater Gallery on the Green, Middlebury, through August 10. Info, 989-7419.

‘PEACE SIGNS OF VERMONT’: A series of photographs of peace signs taken by Shawn Dumont, founder of the Shelter Cultivation Project, and his two young children as they journeyed on winding back roads across the state. Reception and drop-in peace sign screen-printing workshop with Iskra Print Collective, Thursday, July 10, 6-9 p.m. Karma Bird House Gallery, Burlington, through August 29. Info, shawn@sheltercultivationproject.com.

MARILYN RUSECKAS AND KILEH FRIEDMAN: “Terra Chroma,” an exhibition featuring works in pastel and ceramics that explore the connection between art and the natural world. Reception: Friday, July 11, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Frog Hollow Vermont Craft Gallery, Burlington, through July 28. Info, 863-6458.

‘SPACES & PLACES’: “Pictorial Interpretations by Three Visionary Artists,” including works by James Secor, Anne Davis and James Rauchman. Reception: Friday, July 11, 4:30-7 p.m.; artist remarks at 6 p.m. Vermont Supreme Court Gallery, Montpelier, through September 30. Info, 828-0749.

CALEB KENNA: “Above Vermont,” an exhibition of bird’s-eye-view drone photographs capturing images of Vermont in all seasons. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, through August 31. Info, ellie@townhalltheater.org.

CAROLE MCNAMEE: “Create and Re-Create: New Works and Upcycling of Perfectly Imperfect Prints,” an exhibition of book art, solarplate prints and monotypes reflecting an interest in fractal patterns revealed in nature. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. Two Rivers

Printmaking Studio, White River Junction, July 11-August 29. Info, 295-5901.

DAN FALBY: “Tear in the Fabric,” an exhibition of ceramics created through experimentation with gravity, and resembling bodies, topographies, fabrics and dreamscapes. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. AVA Gallery and Art Center, Lebanon, N.H., July 11-August 9. Info, 603-448-3117.

JONATHAN ROSE: “A Song for Lily,” an exhibition honoring the birth of the artist’s granddaughter and featuring paintings of family, grandchildren, pets and livestock, including the street cats of Merida, Mexico. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. AVA Gallery and Art Center, Lebanon, N.H., July 11-August 9. Info, 603-448-3117.

SARAH KOFF: “Object Permanence,” a show of woodcuts examining our impact on natural environments, species and resources and highlighting the importance of strengthening our connection with the natural world. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. AVA Gallery and Art Center, Lebanon, N.H., July 11-August 9. Info, 603-448-3117, sam@avagallery.org.

SUSAN LIRAKIS: “Past & Future Memory,” an exploration of existential concerns through photographic images made with various techniques, including gelatin silver printing, cyanotype, pigment printing and mixed media. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. AVA Gallery and Art Center, Lebanon, N.H., July 11-August 9. Info, 603-448-3117.

DAVE ZACKIN: “Cheap for Fine Art, Expensive for Dishes,” a show of ceramic vessels with absurdist humor, text, sculpture and surface illustration. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-8 p.m. Kishka Gallery &

Library, White River Junction, July 11-September 20. Info, info@kishka.org.

‘FROM THE DEPTHS’: An exhibition of sculptural pieces that reflect on overcoming depression by Niki Frankenstein, highly saturated paintings by Dierdra Michelle and textured paintings by tattoo artist Jim DuVal. Reception: Friday, July 11, 5-9 p.m. The S.P.A.C.E. Gallery, Burlington, July 11-August 1. Info, spacegalleryvt@gmail.com.

KEITH WAGNER: “Lines, Layers and Land,” a show of abstract landscape paintings by the award-winning landscape architect. Reception: Friday, July 11, 6-7:30 p.m. Axel’s Frame Shop & Gallery, Waterbury, through August 9. Info, 244-7801.

GARY HAMEL: “D-Garyotypes,” a show based on Victorian-era photographs found in thrift shops, yard sales and flea markets. Reception: Friday, July 11, 6-9 p.m. Main Street Museum, White River Junction, July 11-August 29. Info, 356-2776 (text only).

‘THE SAA COMES TO THE MAC CENTER’: An exhibition by the Society of Animal Artists featuring 82 works by 62 international artists celebrating wildlife from across the globe. Live drawing and auction: Saturday, July 12, 2-4 p.m.; reception, 5-7 p.m. Monument Arts & Cultural Center, Bennington, through October 26. Info, 318-4444.

JAMES SECOR: “Faulty Harbor,” paintings by the Montpelier artist, with metalwork by Isaac Poe on display concurrently. Reception: Saturday, July 12, 3-5 p.m. The Satellite Gallery, Lyndonville, through August 10. Info, melmelts@yahoo.com.

“Old Ish (Ishpeming, MI)”

“Mascoutin Indian (Muscatine, IA)”

Jonathan Gitelson

‘EXPOSED 2025’: The 34th annual outdoor sculpture exhibition that transforms Stowe Village into an openair gallery with public art installations sited across both public and private spaces throughout the village and on the grounds of the Current. Opening festival features complimentary live music, a food truck, ice cream, beverages and artist talks. Opening festival: Saturday, July 12, 4-7 p.m. The Current, Stowe, through October 18. Info, 253-8358.

‘IT OFTEN RHYMES’: An exhibition inspired by the quote, often attributed to Mark Twain, that “History doesn’t repeat itself, but it does often rhyme.” Robert Buck, Janie Cohen, Nicholas Galanin, Hank Willis Thomas, Ellen Rothenberg and For Freedoms question and reclaim national symbols and reflect on how art shapes democracy. Opening festival: Saturday, July 12, 4-7 p.m. The Current, Stowe, through October 18. Info, 253-8358.

RICHARD WILSON: “Beyond the Surface,” a show of photographs and digital drawings exploring abstraction and light. Reception: Saturday, July 12, 5-7 p.m.; artist remarks, 5:45 p.m. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, through August 10. Info, 533-2000.

‘FOUNDED ON ARTISTS’ BOOKS: FRANKLIN FURNACE

50TH ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE’: A showcase of artists’ books created in the 1970s and collected by the influential Brooklyn organization. The exhibition is guest-curated by Northern New England Museum of Contemporary Art president Mark Waskow. Reception: Saturday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, July 12-November 2. Info, 257-0124.

JONATHAN RYAN STORM: “Time Was a River, Too,” a series of undulating, colorful compositions on view outdoors in the museum’s window bays. Reception: Saturday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, through April 26, 2026. Info, 257-0124.

LAURA CHASMAN: “Here Today, Gone Tomorrow,” an exhibition of paintings on FedEx shipping boxes depicting fleeting moments caught at art fairs. Reception: Saturday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, July 12-November 2. Info, 257-0124.

‘MAKING SPACE’: An exhibition of works using different means to explore the concept of “space,” from physical surroundings to metaphorical spaces, by seven artists: Beverly Acha, Emily Noelle Lambert, Mika Obayashi, Howardena Pindell, Michelle Samour, Deborra Stewart-Pettengill and Lauren Watrous. Reception: Saturday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, July 12-November 2. Info, 257-0124.

BANNERS ON BRIDGE STREET: The fifth annual outdoor exhibition of upcycled lamppost banners painted by local artists Gary Eckhart, Julia Purinton, Katie Babic, Beth Kendrick, Bette Ann Libby, Laurie Sigmund, Loida Alvarez, John Anderson and Tommy O’Grady. Reception: Tuesday, July 15, 4:30-6 p.m. Bridge Street, Waitsfield, through October 13.

BUNNY HARVEY: An exhibition of works grounded in the observation of nature by the acclaimed artist. Reception: Saturday, July 19, 3-5 p.m. The Tunbridge General Store Gallery, July 11-August 31. Free. Info, 889-3525, thetunbridgegeneralstore@gmail.com.

ART EVENTS

ASSETS FOR ARTISTS WORKSHOPS: Free professional development workshops for artists. This season’s workshops are all online and include topics such as project management, quarterly taxes, website design and project portfolios. Register online at assetsforartists.org/workshops. Vermont Arts Council, Montpelier, through July 31. Free. Info, info@vermontartscouncil.org.

FOURTH ANNUAL PRINTMAKING INVITATIONAL: Seeking submissions from Vermont and New England printmakers for an exhibition later this summer. Please submit three to five images of recent prints via email; accepted works must be delivered to the gallery on July 24 and 25. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, through July 21. Info, info@twwoodgallery.org.

LIFE DRAWING AND PAINTING: A drop-in event for artists working with the figure from a live model. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, Thursday, July 10, 7-9 p.m. Free; $10 suggested donation. Info, 262-6035.

ARTIST TALK: CRAIG HARRISON AND GALEN

BLODGETT: A discussion between event producer Blodgett and photographer Harrison of his portraits of drag performers and others in the Queer community from the series “I am___,” currently on view. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, Friday, July 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 262-6035.

ARTIST TALK: JOY OXLEY: A discussion by the Leicester artist of her lampworking and fused glass jewelry designs. Brandon Artists Guild, Friday, July 11, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 247-4956.

ARTIST TALK: ADAM FRELIN: A discussion of the artist’s practice and the site-specific sculpture “A Stone Alone,” permanently installed in the venue’s entrance. The Mill, Westport, N.Y., Friday, July 11, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, catherine@themilladk.com.

HAMMER-IN: An invitation for visitors to watch demonstrations and try their hand at blacksmithing. Ben’s Mill, Barnet, Saturday, July 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sunday, July 13, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

GARDEN PARTY: An event with demos, speakers, garden tours, vendors, games and live music on the grounds of the art center. There are more than a dozen outdoor spaces to explore, including pollinator and sculpture gardens. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, Saturday, July 12, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 775-0356.

SUMMER EXHIBITIONS OPENING FESTIVAL: A celebration of the opening of indoor and outdoor summer exhibitions, including a guided artist tour of sculptures in “Exposed” throughout Stowe Village, live music, snacks and beverages. The Current, Stowe, Saturday, July 12, 4-7 p.m. Info, mail@ thecurrentnow.org.

OPENING PARTY FOR FIVE EXHIBITIONS: A celebration of new exhibitions “Making Space,” “Laura Chasman: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow,” “Founded on Artists’ Books: Franklin Furnace 50th Anniversary Tribute,” “Mary Barry: Petals to Metal and Other Stories,” and “Jonathan Ryan Storm: Time Was a River, Too,” with music by DJ Okyn, free food by the Porch and cash bar by Stone Church. Doors open to BMAC members at 5 p.m. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, Saturday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 257-0124.

ARTIST DEMO: GRETCHEN G. ALEXANDER: An invitation for visitors to drop in and talk with the artist about her process while she paints in the gallery. Emile A. Gruppe Gallery, Jericho, Sunday, July 13, 1-3 p.m. Info, 899-3211.

SOCIAL SUNDAY: An opportunity for children and caregivers to stop in and complete a 15- to 30-minute activity during the two-hour workshop. Milton Artists’ Guild Art Center & Gallery, Sunday, July 13, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 891-2014.

PORTRAIT DRAWING AND PAINTING: A drop-in event where artists can practice skills in any medium. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, Monday, July 14, 10 a.m.noon. Free; $10 suggested donation. Info, 262-6035.

SUMMER WATERCOLOR SERIES: A class suitable for novice and experienced painters, taught by Pauline Nolte. Supplies provided for beginners. Waterbury Public Library, Tuesday, July 15, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, judi@ waterburypubliclibrary.com.

OPEN STUDIO: A guided meditation followed by an hour of art making in any medium and concluding with a share-and-witness process. Many art materials available. In person and online.

Expressive Arts Burlington, Tuesday, July 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. By donation. Info, 343-8172.

DRINK & DRAW: A drop-in event organized by the T.W. Wood Gallery; no experience necessary; drawing materials provided. Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, Wednesday, July 16, 5-7 p.m. Free; $10 suggested donation; cash bar. Info, 262-6035.

ANALOG PHOTO MIXER: A mixer event for analog photographers in advance of the White River Craft Center’s darkroom membership relaunch this fall. Photographers can bring old negatives, work to share or questions; BYOB. White River Craft Center, Randolph, Wednesday, July 16, 6-9 p.m. Free. Info, jess@whiterivercraftcenter.org. ➆

music+nightlife

CLUB DATES

live music

WED.9

BBQ and Bluegrass (bluegrass) at Four Quarters Brewing, Winooski, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Jazz Night with Ray Vega (jazz) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free.

Jazz Sessions (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Jerborn (acoustic) at North Hero House Inn & Restaurant, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Tom Bisson (folk) at Two Heroes Brewery Public House, South Hero, 6 p.m. Free.

Wednesday Night Dead (Grateful Dead tribute) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $10.

e Wormdogs (bluegrass) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10/$15.

THU.10

Alex Stewart & Friends (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Ali T (singer-songwriter) at Shelburne Vineyard, 6 p.m. Free.

Bait Bag, Assorted Fruit, the Chasedown Boys (indie rock) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10.

Eric George (folk) at the Skinny Pancake, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Familiar Faces Funk Jam (funk, jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Frankie & the Fuse (indie pop) at Red Square, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Heather Lynn, Emily Irving, Julia Spelman (singer-songwriter) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Live Music Series (live music series) at Folino’s Pizza, Northﬁeld, 5 p.m. Free.

Shadowgrass (bluegrass) at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $26.42.

ousand Mile Fall, Miles of Fire, Sabrehound, Tortured by Fate (metal) at 1st Republic Brewing, Essex, 7 p.m. $10.

Tim Brick (country) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 6 p.m. Free.

FRI.11

90 Proof (covers) at the Old Post, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Andy Morse & Friends (folk) at Hugo’s, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free.

A Band of Brothers (Allman Brothers Band tribute) at the Green at the Essex Experience, 7 p.m. $25.

Beerworth Sisters (folk) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free.

Bella and the Notables (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Bent Nails House Band (jazz, roots) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

Exploding Blues

Good luck ﬁnding a busier musician than guitarist and composer JON SPENCER: The New Hampshire native has more bands on his CV than most people have in their Apple Music library. He’s been involved with everyone from Heavy Trash to Pussy Galore to the Honeymoon Killers to his most well-known endeavor, the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion. He folded the latter in 2022, forming Jon Spencer & the HITmakers with former Sleater-Kinney drummer Janet Weiss and Quasi’s Sam Coomes. Spencer recently shared the new protest song “Come On!” in April, the video for which superimposes lyrics such as “We’re gonna throw these evil spirits out!” over imagery of the American ﬂag, protests and the White House. He performs at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington on Wednesday, July 16, with local punk rockers SLOB DROP

sevendaysvt.com/music. If you’re a talent

Swamp Frog (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 9 p.m. Free.

ea Wren (soul, pop) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

SAT.12

Beg, Steal or Borrow, the Wormdogs (bluegrass) at Moogs Joint, Johnson, 6 p.m. $15.

Ciarra Fragale, Silver Tree (bluegrass, indie) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Cole Davidson, Owen Doherty (folk) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10.

David Karl Roberts (singersongwriter) at Poultney Pub, 6 p.m. Free.

Joe Agnello & Friends (jam, rock) at Red Square, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

John Lackard Blues Duo (blues) at Vermont Pub & Brewery, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free.

Sunday Brunch Tunes (singersongwriter) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 10 a.m.

MON.14

Sergio Torres (acoustic) at North Hero House Inn & Restaurant, 8 p.m. Free.

TUE.15

Big Easy Tuesdays with Jon McBride (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

e Dale and Darcy Band (folk) at Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Waitsﬁeld, 5 p.m. Free.

DiTrani Brothers, Dan Blakeslee (jazz, folk) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 8 p.m. $12/$15. Eucademix (electronic) at the Mill, Westport, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $30.

Folderol (dance, electronica) at Afterthoughts, Waitsﬁeld, 8:30 p.m. Free.

Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival Beneﬁt (chamber music) at Shelburne Vineyard, 3 p.m. Donation.

Helen Hummel, Marcie Hernandez (singer-songwriter) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 2 p.m. $10.

e Hitmen (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 9 p.m. Free.

e Jeff Salisbury Band (blues, rock) at Jericho Café & Tavern, 7 p.m. Free.

Jimi Jacobs (rock, pop) at the Den at Harry’s Hardware, Cabot, 7 p.m. Free.

Josie Lawrence (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Left Eye Jump (blues) at Red Square, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free.

Los Songoros (Cuban, Brazilian) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $15.

Myra Flynn (soul, R&B) at Shelburne Vineyard, 7 p.m. $25.

Oh What? Wow! (indie, disco) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 10:30 p.m. $10.

Peter Schmeekle Group with Rich Davidian (jazz) at Hugo’s, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free.

WED.16 // JON SPENCER [INDIE]

CombustOmatics (rock) at Whammy Bar, Calais, 7 p.m. Free.

Cotter & Friends (jam) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 9 p.m. $18.40/$21.71.

Dancin’ in the Streets with Local Strangers (Grateful Dead tribute) at the Skinny Pancake, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

Dave Mitchell’s Blue’s Revue (blues) at Red Square, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free.

Deja-Nous (jazz, swing) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10.

DiTrani Brothers (jazz) at Monopole, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10 p.m. Free.

Duncan MacLeod Trio (folk rock) at Jericho Café & Tavern, 7 p.m. Free.

JJ Booth (acoustic) at Two Heroes Brewery Public House, South Hero, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Lady Moon & the Eclipse (indie, R&B) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $20/$25.

Mean Waltons (bluegrass) at Poultney Pub, 6 p.m. Free.

PET Project (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 5 p.m. Free.

Rap Night Burlington (hip-hop) at Drink, Burlington, 9 p.m. $5.

Shane McGrath (acoustic) at Gusto’s, Barre, 6 p.m. Free.

Pluto Rising (dance, reggae) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 9 p.m. Free.

Sweet Petunia, Kinship, Vega (indie) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 5 p.m. $10.

Tiffany Pfeiffer (jazz) at Bleu Northeast Kitchen, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free.

SUN.13

Giovanina Bucci (singersongwriter) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free.

Hard Scrabble (bluegrass) at Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Waitsﬁeld, 3 p.m. Free.

Dead Is Alive with Dobbs’ Dead (Grateful Dead tribute) at Einstein’s Tap House, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15.

Honky Tonk Tuesday with Wild Leek River (country) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 9 p.m. $10. e Montvales, Giannina Sol (Americana) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 7 p.m. $10.

Petite Noir, Acqua Mossa (electronica, Afrobeat) at Monkey House, Winooski, 8:30 p.m. $12/$15.

Vieux Farka Toure, Avi Salloway (rock, reggae) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $43.70/$49.22.

WED.16

BBQ and Bluegrass (bluegrass) at Four Quarters Brewing, Winooski, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Gnomenclature (funk, rock) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5/$10.

Irish Night with RambleTree (Celtic) at Two Brothers Tavern, Middlebury, 7 p.m. Free.

Jazz Night with Ray Vega (jazz) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free.

Jazz Sessions (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Jon Spencer, Slob Drop (indie) at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $26.42.

Merce Lemon, Renny Conti (indie) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

Mike Chapman (acoustic) at North Hero House Inn & Restaurant, 5:30 p.m. Free. moon ppl, Nico Suave (funk, jazz) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 9 p.m. $10/$15.

Project Serenade, Youth Opera Live in Concert (classical) at Shelburne Vineyard, 7 p.m. $10-$55.

Wednesday Night Dead (Grateful Dead tribute) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $10.

music+nightlife

REVIEW this

Joe Something, NFLSD

(SELF-RELEASED, DIGITAL)

Burlington singer-songwriter and guitarist Joe Agnello is best known around Vermont’s music scene as a shred monster who specializes in covering other artists. Whether it’s his prodigious work in the Grateful Dead tribute genre with Dobbs’ Dead or Zach Nugent’s Dead Set, playing Ween songs with Knights of the Brown Table, or tackling Led Zeppelin as part of Nico Suave & the Mothership, Agnello is a master of interpreting the masters.

It’s a crapshoot when a tribute musician steps out with an album of original material: It’s often all too easy to tell that an artist has spent their career trying to sound like someone else, usually with incredibly derivative results.

Something, the guitarist has crafted a wonderfully strange collection of stoner rock, weirdo prog, jam and ’90s alt-rock full of clever twists and turns. While it’s far from his ﬁrst foray into original music — Agnello has released several singles over the past few years and was a member of Burlington jam band Swimmer — his debut album puts his stellar musicianship and idiosyncratic songwriting on full display.

Not so with Agnello’s beautiful mess of a record, NFLSD. Playing under his solo moniker of Joe

Wojcicki, Wetmarket Scratch

(SELF-RELEASED, DIGITAL, VINYL)

For a relatively small music scene, Vermont has its share of hot spots and Bermuda Triangle-style convergences of melodic mystery. The southern tip of the state, in particular, has its own ecosystem, branching o into western Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Tucked away in the hills like hidden jewels are funny little small-town venues and world-class recording studios. Some of our most intriguing acts emerge from this microscene.

Hailing from the Brattleboro area, indie-rock outﬁt Wojcicki ﬁt that bill to a tee. The band formed around 2011, assembled by singer-songwriter Matt Shar , who spent his formative years playing punk in New York City. Together with guitarist Bethanie Yeakle and drummer Phil Beninson, Shar has released two records under the Wojcicki banner: After Birther (2016) and Failure to Illuminate (2022). The Polish moniker (pronounced voy-CHEAT-ski) nods to Shar ’s maternal family name.

Opener “Dart” starts with a distorted guitar lick and a rambling, tribal blues beat that bring to mind grunge underdogs Toadies before it settles into a rangy country-rock jam. Pedal steel player Ben Rodgers stretches out in style on the outro. The song is an early indication that Agnello isn’t fixated on composing tight, pop-leaning pieces — he’s letting the jams fly, as he does on “Thanks Frank.” With ample amounts of fuzz and the octave pedal working overtime, Agnello’s guitar tone sounds as thick as a river in flood. Though clearly steeped in multiple traditions and a keen student of other players’ styles, Agnello has a distinctive sound.

Their latest album, Wetmarket Scratch, is all about heart-on-sleeve roots-rock heft and Shar ’s gru , bellowing lyricism. “Holding the Bag” kicks o the six-track EP with a building, chiming guitar lick and a paranoid, tense atmosphere that erupts into a furious chorus.

With barely contained rage and soulful power,

He doesn’t come across as some kind of guitar clone of Bob Weir, Jimmy Page or even Dean Ween.

“Shrinking Brain” is the closest approximation of the jam-rock stylings he plays onstage, settling into a Southern-rock groove and leaning into vocal twang. File it under “festival banger.” If the entire album echoed this track, it might sound like a lost moe. record, but as an outlier on NFLSD, it somehow works perfectly.

Agnello indulges his weirder side with “Janky Fucker” and whips out the kazoo on “Lobotomy 2” before landing on the epic blues-rock ﬁnale “Moving to Maine.” The last track starts with a gargantuan groove among Agnello, bassist Jack Vignone and drummer Jack McChesney. The trio ride it into a psych-rock verse, eventually ending the record with a face-melting guitar solo.

Of course, there are traces of Agnello’s inﬂuences throughout the album’s seven tracks. But he’s in such control — wielding them like hidden weapons, revealed at just the right moment — that they only serve to highlight the record’s oddball charm and fuzzed-out power.

NFLSD is available on major streaming services.

CHRIS FARNSWORTH

Shar excels in his vocals, not unlike Johnossi singer John Engelbert or the late David Thomas of Pere Ubu. On “Transmission Love,” a ﬁst-pumping, anthemic rocker, he sings of “Shooting straight and standing tall / Digging up the parts we lost, the wires bearing pain.” There’s a subtle politics at the heart of Wetmarket Scratch, though Shar tends to be guarded with his lyrics: While he hints at issues, he appeals to emotions more often than singing from a place of protest.

Yeakle provides stirring vocal harmony on “Anhedonia,” a heartland-style mid-tempo track. But it’s her searing guitar work that truly stands out. A solo artist in her own right, who released The Space Between in 2022, Yeakle brings much-needed color to the record with her gorgeous solos and waves of lap steel.

The band recorded with producer Dave Snyder at Guilford Sound, the top-notch studio that has worked with everyone from the Pixies to Noah Kahan. Accordingly, every note sounds pristine, with the production adding a layer of sheen when needed or letting the band’s raw power soar at just the right time. The dynamic matches Shar ’s songwriting, which runs the gamut from muscular punk to more nuanced, reserved folk.

Wetmarket Scratch is now streaming on major services and available on vinyl at wojcicki.bandcamp. com. The band travels to Burlington for an appearance on Big Heavy World’s “Rocket Shop” radio show on Wednesday, July 30.

C.F.

Wojcicki

COURTESY

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WED.9

e Mid Week Hump with DJs Fattie B and Craig Mitchell (DJ) at Monkey House, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free.

THU.10

DJ Chaston (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

DJ JP Black (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

DJ Two Sev (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 11 p.m. Free.

DJs Paul, Flat, Aidan (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Local Dork (DJ) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Vinyl Night with Ken (DJ) at Poultney Pub, 6 p.m. Free.

Vinyl ursdays (DJ) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

FRI.11

DJ CRE8 (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

DJ Taka (DJ) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 11 p.m. $10/$15.

Lucky Luc (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

SAT.12

DJ Broosha (DJ) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 11 p.m. $10/$15.

DJ Raul (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Matt Payne (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

Molly Mood (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

open mics & jams

WED.9

Open Mic with Danny Lang (open mic) at Poultney Pub, 7 p.m. Free.

THU.10

Old Time Jam (open mic) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Open Mic Night (open mic) at Parker Pie, West Glover, 6 p.m. Free.

Open Mic with Artie (open mic) at Whammy Bar, Calais, 7 p.m. Free.

MON.14

Bluegrass Etc. Jam (bluegrass jam) at Ottauquechee Yacht Club, Woodstock, 6:30 p.m. Free.

TUE.15

Bluegrass Jam (bluegrass) at Poultney Pub, 7 p.m. Free.

Doug’s Open Mic (open mic) at Two Heroes Brewery Public House, South Hero, 6 p.m. Free.

WED.16

Open Mic with Danny Lang (open mic) at Poultney Pub, 7 p.m. Free.

comedy

WED.9

$5 Improv Night (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5. Standup Open Mic (comedy open mic) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free.

THU.10

e Kingdom Kids (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $6.99.

FRI.11

Wit & Wine (comedy) at Shelburne Vineyard, 8 p.m. $10.

TUE.15

Open Mic Comedy with Levi Silverstein (comedy open mic) at the 126, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Gimme Some Noir

WED.16

$5 Improv Night (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5.

Standup Open Mic (comedy open mic) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free.

trivia, karaoke, etc.

WED.9

Karaoke Friday Night (karaoke) at Park Place Tavern & Grill, Essex Junction, 8 p.m. Free.

Karaoke with Autumn (karaoke) at Monopole, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9 p.m. Free.

Live Band Karaoke (karaoke) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

Trivia (trivia) at Alﬁe’s Wild Ride, Stowe, 7 p.m. Free. (trivia) at Parker Pie, West Glover, 6:30 p.m. Free. (trivia) at Dumb Luck Pub & Grill, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free. (trivia) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

(karaoke) at Park Place Tavern & Grill, Essex Junction, 8 p.m. Free.

Line Dancing and Two-Step Night (dance) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 6 p.m. Free.

FRI.11

Emoji Nightmare Presents: Lip Sync Lalapalooza (lip synch, drag) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $25.

Karaoke Friday Night (karaoke) at Park Place Tavern & Grill, Essex Junction, 8 p.m. Free.

Karaoke with DJ Big T (karaoke) at McKee’s Original, Winooski, 9 p.m. Free.

Karaoke with Goddess (karaoke) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 11 p.m. $10.

Untapped: A Night of Drag & Burly-Q (drag) at Monkey House, Winooski, 8 p.m. $15.

SAT.12

2nd Anniversary Party (live music) at Vermont Cider Lab, Essex, 2 p.m. Free.

Emoji Nightmare Presents: Snatch Game (drag) at Vermont

Trivia Monday with Top Hat Entertainment (trivia) at McKee’s Original, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free.

Trivia with Brain (trivia) at Charlie-O’s World Famous, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

Trivia with Craig Mitchell (trivia) at Monkey House, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free.

TUE.15

Karaoke with DJ Party Bear (karaoke) at Charlie-O’s World Famous, Montpelier, 9:30 p.m. Free.

Taproom Trivia (trivia) at 14th Star Brewing, St. Albans, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Trivia Tuesday (trivia) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free.

WED.16

Karaoke Friday Night (karaoke) at Park Place Tavern & Grill, Essex Junction, 8 p.m. Free.

Karaoke with Autumn (karaoke) at Monopole, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9 p.m. Free.

Trivia (trivia) at Alﬁe’s Wild Ride, Stowe, 7 p.m. Free.

Trivia Night (trivia) at Two Heroes Brewery Public House, South Hero, 6 p.m. Free.

Trivia Night (trivia) at Parker Pie, West Glover, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Trivia Night (trivia) at Dumb Luck Pub & Grill, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free.

Trivia Night (trivia) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. ➆

Comedy Club, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $25.

Queeraoke Goddess (karaoke) at Standing Stone Wines, Winooski, 9 p.m. Free.

(line dancing) at Afterthoughts, Waitsﬁeld, 7 p.m. Free.

Family-Friendly Karaoke (karaoke) at Old Soul Design Shop, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 5 p.m. Free.

Sunday Funday (games) at 1st Republic Brewing, Essex, noon. Free.

Music Bingo (music bingo) at 14th Star Brewing, St. Albans, 6 p.m. Free.

Music Trivia (trivia) at Standing Stone Wines, Winooski, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Trivia (trivia) at Four Quarters Brewing, Winooski, 6 p.m. Free. (trivia) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Congolese artist PETITE NOIR —

real name Yannick Ilunga — has cultivated his own subgenre, dubbed “noirwave.” The style combines indie rock, Afrobeat, electronic and R&B inﬂuences to create a high-energy punk sound and aesthetic centered on the African diaspora. His genre-melding ways have led to collaborations with rappers Danny Brown and Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, as well as singer Solange. Ilunga channeled his wildly eclectic sounds on his latest record, 2023’s MotherFather, a dark, complex album that presents an artist free from genre conventions. He plays the Monkey House in Winooski on Tuesday, July 15, with Burlington indie-pop act

ACQUA MOSSA

Venetian Karaoke (karaoke) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

(trivia) at Black Flannel Brewing & Distilling, Essex, 6 p.m. Free. TUE.15 // PETITE NOIR [ELECTRONICA, AFROBEAT]

calendar

JULY 9-16, 2025

WED.9

business

QUEEN CITY BUSINESS NETWORKING INTERNATIONAL GROUP: Savvy businesspeople make crucial contacts at a weekly chapter meeting. BCA Center, Burlington, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 829-5066.

community

CURRENT EVENTS: Neighbors have an informal discussion about what’s in the news. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.noon. Free. Info, 878-4918.

WEEKLY PASSEGGIATA: Locals take to the streets for a community-building stroll of the pedestrian promenade based on the Italian social ritual. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, churchstmarketplace@ gmail.com.

conferences

THE 99S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: The country’s largest women’s aviation organization hosts members and guests for a multiday exhibition featuring seminars, keynote speeches and networking opportunities. Hotel Champlain Burlington. Various prices; preregister. Info, 99s@ akatravelteam.com.

crafts

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAPTER OF THE EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD OF AMERICA: Anyone with an interest in the needle arts can bring a project to this monthly meeting. Holy Family Parish Hall, Essex Junction, 9:30 a.m.1 p.m. Free. Info, gmc.vt.ega@ gmail.com.

YARN CRAFTERS GROUP: A drop-in meetup welcomes knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers and other fiber artists. BYO snacks and drinks. Must Love Yarn, Shelburne, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 448-3780.

etc.

TOASTMASTERS OF GREATER BURLINGTON: Those looking to strengthen their speaking and leadership skills gain new tools. Virtual option available. Generator Makerspace, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 233-4157.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

NXT ROCKUMENTARY FILM SERIES: ‘THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT’: Jeff Stein’s 1979 music documentary employs interviews, TV clips and concert footage to build a comprehensive profile of beloved British rock stars the Who. Next Stage

These community event listings are sponsored by the WaterWheel Foundation, a project of the Vermont band Phish.

LIST YOUR UPCOMING EVENT HERE FOR FREE!

All submissions must be received by Thursday at noon for consideration in the following Wednesday’s newspaper. Find our convenient form and guidelines at sevendaysvt.com/postevent

Listings and spotlights are written by Rebecca Driscoll Seven Days edits for space and style. Depending on cost and other factors, classes and workshops may be listed in either the calendar or the classes section. Class organizers may be asked to purchase a class listing.

Park, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 829-6305.

seminars

SUSTAINING THE RENT

Arts, Putney, 7-9 p.m. $8. Info, 387-0102.

food & drink

COMMUNITY COOKING:

Helping hands join up with the nonprofit’s staff and volunteers to make a yummy meal for distribution. Pathways Vermont, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 777-8691.

health & fitness

CHAIR YOGA: Waterbury Public Library instructor Diana Whitney leads at-home participants in gentle stretches supported by seats. 10 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

VISION SCREENING: Folks of all ages sit down for a quick test of how well they can see things, both near and far away. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

lgbtq

QUEER WRITERS’ GROUP:

LGBTQ authors meet monthly to discuss their work, write from prompts, and give each other advice and feedback. Rainbow Bridge Community Center, Barre, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 622-0692.

music

THE ALBANY SOUND: A local band plays a rich combination of country, folk and rock originals, paired with renditions of rarities by John Prine, Bobby Charles and other noteworthy names. The Tillerman, Bristol, 5-8 p.m. Free; cash bar. Info, 643-2237.

BCA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: MOONDOGS: A Burlington psychedelic rock band blends elements of alternative, funk, progressive and jam music into its original sound. Burlington City Hall

Find visual art exhibits and events in the Art section and at sevendaysvt.com/art.

See what’s playing in the On Screen section. music + nightlife

Find club dates at local venues in the Music + Nightlife section online at sevendaysvt.com/music.

Learn more about highlighted listings in the Magnificent 7 on page 11. = ONLINE

CHEIKH IBRA FAM: A Senegalese singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blends Afro-pop with funk, jazz and soul elements for an unforgettable musical mélange. Martha Pellerin & Andy Shapiro Memorial Bandstand, Middlesex, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, middlesexbandstand@gmail.com.

CRAFTSBURY CHAMBER

PLAYERS: The classical music ensemble performs diverse music by an array of composers from various eras. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 7:30 p.m. $10-25; free for kids 12 and under. Info, 586-0616.

HUNGER MOUNTAIN CO-OP

BROWN BAG SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Live music by local talent comes to the heart of downtown Montpelier, showcasing a mix of artists and genres throughout the season. Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-9604.

JAZZ AT THE JUNCTION: IVAN

RENTA & HIS CARIBBEAN

SEXTET: Swingin’ cool cats flock to a spirited celebration of New York’s Latin jazz scene, featuring sizzling headliners and the Upper Valley’s brightest young talent. Byrne Theater, Barrette Center for the Arts, White River Junction, 7 p.m. $28-60. Info, 296-7000.

OVER THE HUMP SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: BLUES FOR BREAKFAST: A local band plays Americana music seasoned with impromptu jam sessions. Proceeds benefit Birds of Vermont Museum. Huntington Recreation Field, 5:30 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 434-4947.

SKYLARK: The trailblazing Vermont string quartet performs a genre-blending selection of jazz, classical, American folk and Celtic tunes. Middlebury Community Music Center, 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, janekitt@gmail.com.

TAYLOR PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Local bands take the stage weekly to perform dynamic grooves while listeners enjoy green grass, refreshments and an evening breeze. See downtownsaintalbans.com for lineup. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 524-1500, ext. 263.

WEDNESDAYS ON THE WATERFRONT: THE TENDERBELLIES: Over years of gigging, this Vermont string band has artfully honed an original sound from rock, jazz, bluegrass and Americana influences. Newport Waterfront, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

outdoors

CABOT CHEESE-E-BIKE TOUR:

Cyclists roll through a pastoral 20-mile trail ride, then enjoy artisan eats, including Vermont’s award-wining cheddar. Lamoille Valley Bike Tours, Johnson, noon4 p.m. $120. Info, 730-0161.

WORKSHOP: The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity helps tenants financially prepare and access resources to meet their housing needs. Noon-1:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 660-3456.

sports

BIKE BUM RACE SERIES:

Mountain bikers of all ages tackle the trails solo or in teams, then cool down at an athlete after-party. Killington Resort, 2-5 p.m. $20-200; preregister. Info, 800-734-9435.

GREEN MOUNTAIN TABLE

TENNIS CLUB: Ping-Pong players swing their paddles in singles and doubles matches. Rutland Area Christian School, 7-9 p.m. Free for first two sessions; $30 annual membership. Info, 247-5913.

MISSISQUOI RIVER FISHING

FESTIVAL: Aspiring anglers learn from area experts at themed activity stations, including casting, fly tying and species identification. 387 St. Albans St., Enosburg Falls, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, kerry@franklincountynrcd.org.

talks

ADRIAN IVAKHIV: In “Ukraine and the Climates of War and Peace,” an environmental humanities scholar sheds light on how the Russo-Ukrainian war is an environmental one. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 672-472-5443.

SCIENCE OF SOUND SERIES: CRESTON LEA: A local luthier whose instruments are played by musicians all over the world teaches curious folks about the guitar-making process. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

words

BOOK SALE: The library’s 40th annual summer sale offers hundreds of unique titles for kids, teens and adults. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Stowe Free Library. Stowe Free Library, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $2. Info, 253-6145.

SARAH STROHMEYER: An award-winning novelist celebrates the release of her new thriller, A Mother Always Knows, exploring society’s collective obsession with cults and their charismatic leaders. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 7 p.m. $3; preregister. Info, 448-3350.

THU.10

business

BUSINESS OWNERS & PROFESSIONAL LEADERS MIXER: Central Vermont Economic Development invites guests to an evening of networking, light fare and laughs. Rumble’s Bistro & Bar, Warren, 4-6 p.m. Free; preregister; cash bar. Info, 223-4654.

GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Shelburne BNI hosts a weekly meeting for local professionals to exchange referrals and build

meaningful connections. Connect Church, Shelburne, 8:30-10 a.m. Free. Info, 377-3422.

community

COMMUNITY PARTNERS DESK: Neighbors connect with representatives from the Burlington Electric Department and receive answers to questions about its services. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

conferences

THE 99S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: See WED.9.

crafts

KNIT FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS: All ages and abilities knit or crochet hats and scarves for the South Burlington Food Shelf. Materials provided. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 2-5 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

KNITTING GROUP: Knitters of all experience levels get together to spin yarns. Latham Library, Thetford, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 785-4361.

WOODWORKING LAB: Visionaries create a project or learn a new skill with the help of mentors and access to tools and equipment in the makerspace. Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center, Middlebury, 5-8 p.m. $7.50. Info, 382-1012.

dance

ECSTATIC DANCES: A free-form boogie session allows participants to let loose in a safe space under the full moon and around the crackling fire. Dreamland, Worcester, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 505-8011.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘ANIMAL KINGDOM 3D’: Audience members are guided through an exploration of stunning animal worlds, from frozen snowy forests to the darkest depths of the ocean. Dealer.com 3D Theater, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

‘ANTARCTICA 3D’: Never-beforeseen footage brings audience members to the farthest reaches of the coldest, driest, windiest continent on Earth. Dealer.com 3D Theater, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, noon, 2 & 4 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

‘JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE’: Camille Rutherford stars as a hopelessly clumsy yet charming young woman who works in Paris’ legendary Shakespeare & Co. bookshop in this 2024 romcom. Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. $6-12. Info, 660-2600.

FAMI LY FU N

Check out these family-friendly events for parents, caregivers and kids of all ages.

• Plan ahead at sevendaysvt.com/family-fun Post your event at sevendaysvt.com/postevent.

WED.9

chittenden county

BABY TIME: Infants and their caregivers enjoy a slow, soothing story featuring songs, rhymes and lap play. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

GAME ON!: Kids take turns collaborating with or competing against friends using Nintendo Switch on the big screen. Caregivers must be present to supervise children below fifth grade. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

READ TO A DOG: Young readers of all ages get a 10-minute time slot to tell stories to Emma the therapy pup. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 1-2 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, sbplkids@ southburlingtonvt.gov.

SUMMER CRAFTYTOWN: Kiddos express their inner artist using mediums such as paint, print, collage and sculpture. Recommended for ages 6 and up. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

WATER PLAY: Tots ages birth to 5 get wet and wild at an outdoor fest of giant blocks, hoops, chalk, bubbles, sounds and splashes. BYO towel or change of clothes. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

barre/montpelier

BABY & CAREGIVER MEETUP: Wiggly ones ages birth to 18 months play and explore in a calm, supportive setting while adults relax and connect on the sidelines. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

CIRCUS MINIMUS: A tent, a band, lights and a boisterous ringmaster emerge from a suitcase in Kevin O’Keefe’s one-man show packed with whimsy, imagination and audience participation. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

FAMILY CHESS CLUB: Players of all ages and abilities test their skills with instructor Robert and peers. KelloggHubbard Library, 2nd Floor, Children’s Library, Montpelier, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

HOMESCHOOL BOOK GROUP: Kids ages 10 to 15 who learn at home bond over books. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

northeast kingdom

BIRD TALES WITH MICHAEL CADUTO: A Vermont author and master storyteller illuminates the ways and wisdom of our flying, feathered friends through traditional tales, music and a circle dance. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1391.

JUL. 12 | FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Summer Fling

This year, Burlington’s Intervale Center hosts its beloved annual Summervale fest in one walloping day. Family-friendly activities, live tunes and good eats set the jubilant tone, while reps from local orgs such as the Winooski Valley Park District, the Lake Champlain Basin Program and City Market offer up information-packed chats. Community-minded guests plant trees to help restore the center’s riparian forest, then lace up their trail shoes and take in scenic vistas in a meandering 5K group run. Would you rather fly solo? A one-mile, self-guided walking loop highlights the area’s native flora and fauna — as well as the center’s vital work in stewarding the land.

SUMMERVALE

Saturday, July 12, 2-8 p.m., at the Intervale Center in Burlington. Free. Info, 660-0440, intervale.org.

ENCHANTED KINGDOM MINI GOLF: Putters of all ages hit the artist-designed course for some lighthearted competition, whimsy and thrills. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, noon-8 p.m. $4-5. Info, 533-2000.

manchester/ bennington

CIRCUS SMIRKUS BIG TOP TOUR: Hold on to your seat! Acrobatic adventures abound when performers rise to new heights in “Game On!” Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park, Manchester Center, 1 & 6 p.m. $25-40; free for kids 2 and under. Info, 877-764-7587.

THU.10 burlington

BABY & ME CLASS: Parents and their infants ages birth to 1 explore massage, lullabies and gentle movements while discussing the struggles and joys of parenthood. Greater Burlington YMCA, 9:45-10:45 a.m. $10; free for members. Info, 862-9622.

‘JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH’: Lyric Theatre raises the curtain on a stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s whimsical story of an orphaned boy who becomes an unexpected hero. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 658-1484.

chittenden county

FAMILY STORY TIME: Wiggly ones through age 5 and their caregivers love this lively, interactive storybook experience featuring songs, rhymes and finger plays. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

KALEIDOSCOPE OF STORIES: Youngsters ages birth to 5 make merry with rhymes, songs and a colorful activity. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

PRESCHOOL MUSIC WITH LINDA

BASSICK: The singer and storyteller extraordinaire guides wee ones ages birth to 5 in indoor music and movement. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

PRESCHOOL PLAY TIME: Pre-K patrons play and socialize after music time. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

TEEN BAD ART: Creative youngsters flock to the library to create artworks that don’t need to meet their usual standards. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

barre/montpelier

POKÉMON CLUB: I choose you, Pikachu! Elementary and teenage fans of the franchise — and beginners, too — trade

color. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:1510:45 a.m. Free. Info, 745-1391.

ELAINE COLE KERR: Little readers gather ’round as the accomplished artist and writer shares her new book, Buck and the Snowshoe Hare, about the amazing adventures of a black Labrador retriever. Memphremagog Arts Collaborative, Newport, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 334-1966.

ENCHANTED KINGDOM MINI GOLF: See WED.9.

outside vermont

ART’S IMPACT PROGRAM

PERFORMANCE: A touring children’s theater troupe mounts a different fairy tale each week, with script, music and lyrics written by North Country Center for the Arts executive artistic director Joel Mercier. Court Street Arts at Alumni Hall, Haverhill, N.H., 10 a.m. $5. Info, 603-989-5500.

FRI.11

chittenden county

‘JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH’: See THU.10. Essex Memorial Hall.

LEGO BUILDERS: Mini makers explore and create new worlds with stackable blocks. Recommended for ages 6 and up. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

MUSIC TIME: Little patrons ages birth to 5 sing and dance with legendary local musician Linda Bassick. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

barre/montpelier

BASEMENT TEEN CENTER: A drop-in hangout session welcomes kids ages 12 to 17 for lively games, arts and crafts, and snacks. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 2-8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

cards and play games. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

STORY TIME: Kids and their caregivers meet for stories, songs and bubbles. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

stowe/smuggs

WEE ONES PLAY TIME: Caregivers bring kiddos under 4 to a new sensory learning experience each week. Morristown Centennial Library, Morrisville, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 888-3853.

mad river valley/ waterbury

BUSY BEES PLAYGROUP: Blocks, toys, books and songs engage little ones 24 months and younger. Waterbury Public Library, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

middlebury area

SHIPWRECK TOURS: What lies beneath? Spectators view real-time footage of a sunken craft transmitted from a robotic camera. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 10 a.m.-noon. $2545; preregister. Info, 475-2022.

northeast kingdom

ACORN CLUB STORY TIME: Youngsters 5 and under play, sing, hear stories and

‘THE DUKE IS DEAD!’: Vermont Suitcase Company invites sleuths of all ages to a family-friendly murder mystery hour featuring suspicious characters, puppets and surprises. Plainfield Town Hall Opera House, 6-7 p.m. By donation. Info, plainfieldartsvt@gmail.com.

LEGO CLUB: Budding builders create geometric structures with snap-together blocks. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

STORY TIME & PLAYGROUP: Participants ages 5 and under enjoy themed science, art and nature activities. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

mad river valley/ waterbury

COMMUNITY ART PROJECT: Children’s librarian Sandra Schweiker teaches little patrons how to create Bookley the beloved fish out of decorated recycled CDs. Waterbury Public Library, 2 p.m. Free. Info, judi@waterburypubliclibrary.com.

MYSTERY ARTIFACTS: Young learners investigate how museums share the past at this special story time for ages 8 and up. Waterbury Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, judi@ waterburypubliclibrary.com.

‘OCEAN PARADISE 3D’: Viewers are transported to the far reaches of the Paciﬁc Ocean for a glimpse into the pristine environments vital to our planet’s health. Dealer. com 3D eater, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

‘SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER

3D’: Audience members witness history in the making — from launching rockets without fuel to building the Lunar Gateway — in this 2024 documentary narrated by Chris Pine. Dealer.com 3D eater, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

food & drink

CHERRY STREET SOCIAL: SOLD OUT. Foodies ﬁnd much to indulge in at this inaugural community party bringing together the city’s most beloved culinary names. Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 6-9 p.m. $25. Info, 651-0080.

COMMUNITY PIZZA NIGHT:

Gastronomes bring their favorite toppings then stretch, sprinkle and bake their pizzas on-site. Live music and drinks in the courtyard follow. Baking School at King Arthur Baking, Norwich, 4:30-7 p.m. $10. Info, 649-3361.

DINNER AT THE FARM: Local chef Holly Pierce serves up a rotating menu of sumptuous offerings reﬂecting summer-inspired tastes. Mission Farm, Killington, 6-9 p.m. $85. Info, 422-9064.

FOOD TRUCK ROUNDUP:

Epicureans enjoy live music, craft beer and fabulous fare from local purveyors at a weekly summer gathering. Retreat Farm, Brattleboro, 5-8 p.m. $5-8. Info, 490-2270.

SMOKE SIGNALS: A NIGHT WITH CHEF HUGH MANGUM: An epic, ﬂavor-packed outdoor feast curated by the award-winning barbecue legend dazzles taste buds. Outbound Stowe, 4:30 p.m. Various prices. Info, 253-7595.

ST. ALBANS BAY FARMERS

MARKET: Local vendors’ art and crafts, live music, and a wide array of eats spice up ursday afternoons in the region. St. Albans Bay Park, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 524-7589.

VERGENNES FARMERS MARKET: Locavores delight in handmade products, live music, hot food and a new beer tent. Vergennes City Park, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, vergennesfm@gmail.com.

games

CHESS TIME: Neighbors partake in the ancient game of strategy. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAMES: Snacks and coffee fuel bouts of a classic card game. Burlington

JUL. 12 | MUSIC

Life Is Good

National Life Group’s Do Good Fest — an annual benefit concert for Vermont Foodbank — transforms Montpelier into a mecca for early-2000s music lovers. Readers of a certain age (looking at you, millennials) understand the import of this year’s bill: pop-rock sensations and emo-girl heartthrobs Plain White T’s and multiplatinum-selling alt-indie rockers the Fray, whose hit “How to Save a Life” was memorably featured in the steamy medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy.” Festival favorite Sammy Rae & the Friends add to the stellar lineup. Food trucks, a beer garden, a nonprofit “village” and fireworks enhance the good vibes.

DO GOOD FEST

Saturday, July 12, 1:30-10 p.m., at the National Life Building in Montpelier. By donation; $5 minimum. Info, 229-3114, dogoodfest.com.

Bridge Club, Williston, 12:30-4 p.m. $6. Info, 872-5722.

WEEKLY CHESS FOR FUN: Players of all ability levels face off and learn new strategies. United Community Church, St. Johnsbury, 5:30-9 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, lafferty1949@gmail.com.

health & ﬁtness

VON TRAPP SUMMER TRAIL

SERIES: Athletes embark on a low-frills 5K race through the property’s stunning forests and soak up the area’s stellar views. e von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort, Stowe, 5:30-7 p.m. $5-10. Info, 253-5719.

music

COLIN MCCAFFREY & THE WHAT NOT STRING BAND: A Vermont singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist leads a high-octane performance of classic country, bluegrass, swing and traditional ﬁddle tunes. Jaquith Public Library, Marshﬁeld, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

CRAFTSBURY CHAMBER PLAYERS: See WED.9. Hardwick Town House.

FEAST & FIELD: KERUBO: A Kenya-born artist captivates audience members with her blend of blues, jazz and traditional African music. Fable Farm, Barnard, 6 p.m. $5-25. Info, 234-1645.

LAKE MOREY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: AMOS LEE: e Philadelphia singer-songwriter

dives into soulful numbers from his 11th studio album, Transmissions. Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 800-423-1211.

LITTLE RIVER SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: Sixteen weeks of dynamic performers, local food vendors, craft cocktails, beer and mingling offer the perfect escape after a hot summer day. See bluebirdhotels.com for lineup. Tälta Lodge Bluebird, Stowe, 5-8 p.m. $10-15. Info, 253-7525.

MANCHESTER MUSIC FESTIVAL: OPENING NIGHT: Distinguished ﬂutist Emi Ferguson takes the stage with early music specialist Arthur Haas, violinist Philip Setzer and the MMF Young Artists Strings to kick-start the season with a program of inspired works. Southern Vermont Arts Center Arkell Pavilion, Manchester Center, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $60. Info, 362-1956.

MAPLE TREE PLACE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: STEPHEN FREEMAN: An award-winning Elvis tribute act captures the magic, spirit and sound of the “King of Rock and Roll.” Maple Tree Place, Williston, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, jkelley@acadiarealty.com.

MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: STICKS & STONES: A local cover band gets toes a-tappin’ with crowd-pleasing renditions of popular songs while local food trucks serve up tasty treats. Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 372-9463.

ON THE DOOR RADIO: A laid-back summer series features tantalizing food-truck fare and a rotating pair of local DJs backed by sunset cocktail vibes. Coal Collective, Burlington, 5-9 p.m. Free. Info, info@thepineryvt.com.

THURSDAYS BY THE LAKE: BLUES FOR BREAKFAST: Equally at ease with rock, reggae, Motown and Grateful Dead covers, the local rockers play the music Vermonters crave. Union Station, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 540-3018.

VILLAGE HARMONY: Youthful virtuosos perform a globally inﬂuenced program of tunes spanning from South Africa to the Balkans. Norwich Congregational Church, 7-9 p.m. By donation. Info, 603-858-5418.

outdoors

E-BIKE & BREW TOUR: Pedal lovers cycle through scenic trails and drink in the views with stops at four local breweries. Lamoille Valley Bike Tours, Johnson, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $85. Info, 730-0161.

québec

SHAZAMFEST: Sword-swallowers, clowns, vaudevillians, burlesque acts and other performers unite for a four-day ﬂurry of activities. See shazamfest.com for full schedule. ShazamFarm, Barnston Ouest. Various prices. Info, 819-580-4118.

talks

ANDREW SAVAGE: In “Founding and Rise: e Story of Lime,” a cofounder of the transportation titan dissects the dynamics behind building a company to scale and sustain. Hula, Burlington, 3:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 540-8153.

QUARTET CONVERSATIONS

SERIES: NATHANIEL LEW: e Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival invites listeners and learners to an exploration of string quartet literature, featuring a live performance and a lecture by the choral conductor and musicologist. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 503-1220.

TALKING ARCHAEOLOGY: ‘CRASH BOATS, NOT CRASHED BOATS!’: Archaeologists share details about Lake Champlain’s history and dive deep into the discoveries, artifacts and unique stories they’ve uncovered. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 7-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 475-2022.

tech

BURLINGTON BIOTECH BREWS & BANTER: Curious minds considering a venture in the Green Mountain State learn more about the funding landscape, what resources are available and how to access them. Foam Brewers, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 735-0840.

theater

‘AS YOU LIKE IT’: e Valley Players mount the Bard’s quintessential romantic comedy, in which characters discover love, identities and forgiveness. e Valley Players eater, Waitsﬁeld, 7:30 p.m. $14-18. Info, 583-1674. ‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS’: Audience members ﬁnd a holiday escape in the heart of summer at this dazzling stage production based on the classic 1954 musical blockbuster. QuarryWorks eater, Adamant, 7:30-9:15 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6978.

‘KING LEAR’: e Parish Players present William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy about a ruler’s descent into madness. Eclipse Grange eater, etford, 7-10 p.m. $15-25. Info, 785-4344.

words

BOOK SALE: See WED.9.

FRI.11

activism

DEGROWTH CAFÉ: Leadership for the Ecozoic researchers, activists and scholars guide a community conversation about a movement aimed at reducing economic growth to address social-ecological inequities. Spiral House Art Collective, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 578-7887.

COURTESY

bazaars

ISLANDS’ ANTIQUE SHOW: More than a dozen vendors showcase their goodies for treasure hunters. Folsom Education & Community Center, South Hero, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $3. Info, 372-6425.

conferences

THE 99S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: See WED.9.

crafts

FIBER ARTS FRIDAY: Knitters, crocheters, weavers and felters chat over passion projects at this weekly meetup. Waterbury Public Library, noon-2 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

dance

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE:

Leaders Barrett Grimm and Martha Kent introduce participants to a sprightly social dance popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. Richmond Free Library, 7-9 p.m. $5. Info, 355-8288.

etc.

PLAY FOR YOUR FREEDOM: Neighbors take part in a day of appreciation for veterans and active service members, featuring a ceremony, a special film screening and a service dog demonstration. Killington Resort, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 800-621-6867.

fairs & festivals

BEERSTADT FEST: Live music by Tom Stamp sets the tone for this celebration of brews by Dirt Church, Hill Farmstead, Kingdom Brewing and Red Barn Brewing. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 5-8 p.m. $50; free for guests not drinking beer. Info, 745-1393.

WATERBURY ARTS FEST: FRIDAY

NIGHT BLOCK PARTY: A fabulous fête replete with a beer garden, food trucks and live music paves the way for Saturday’s celebration of creativity showcasing area artisans. 5 Pilgrim Park Rd., Waterbury, 5-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 793-6029.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘ANIMAL KINGDOM 3D’: See THU.10.

‘ANTARCTICA 3D’: See THU.10.

‘MASTER OF THE FLYING

GUILLOTINE’: Jimmy Wang Yu’s 1976 martial arts flick follows a vengeful and blind kung fu expert seeking justice for murder. The Screening Room @ VTIFF, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7 p.m.

$6-12. Info, 660-2600.

‘OCEAN PARADISE 3D’: See THU.10.

‘SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER 3D’: See THU.10.

food & drink

RICHMOND FARMERS MARKET:

An open-air marketplace complete with live music connects cultivators and fresh-food browsers. Volunteers Green, Richmond,

3-6:30 p.m. Free; cost of goods. Info, rfmmanager@gmail.com.

SOUTH END GET DOWN: Local food trucks dish out mouthwatering meals and libations while live DJs and outdoor entertainment add to the ambience. Coal Collective, Burlington, 5-9 p.m. Free; cost of food and drink. Info, 363-9305.

games

DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAMES: See THU.10, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

health & fitness

THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION

EXERCISE PROGRAM: Pauline Nolte leads participants in a low-impact, evidenced-based program that builds muscle, keeps joints flexible and helps folks stay fit. Waterbury Public Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 241-4840.

GUIDED MEDITATION

ONLINE: Dorothy Alling Memorial Library invites attendees to relax on their lunch breaks and reconnect with their bodies. Noon-12:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, programs@ damlvt.org.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION:

Community members gather for an informal session combining stimulating discussion, sharing and sitting in silence. Pathways Vermont, Burlington, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Free. Info, 777-8691.

language

ITALIAN CONVERSATION:

Advanced and intermediate speakers practice their skills at a conversazione based on the “News in Slow Italian” podcast. Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, noon-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

lgbtq

RPG NIGHT: Members of the LGBTQ community get together weekly for role-playing games

FOMO?

Find even more local events in this newspaper and online: art

Find visual art exhibits and events in the Art section and at sevendaysvt.com/art. film

See what’s playing at theaters in the On Screen section. music + nightlife

Find club dates at local venues in the Music + Nightlife section online at sevendaysvt.com/ music.

Learn more about highlighted listings in the Magnificent 7 on page 11.

= ONLINE EVENT =

such as Dungeons & Dragons and Everway. Rainbow Bridge Community Center, Barre, 5:308:30 p.m. Free. Info, 622-0692.

music

ANA GUIGUI: An acclaimed pianist and vocalist entertains listeners with a wide variety of styles and genres. The Brandon Inn, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 747-8300.

BCA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES:

GUITFIDDLE: Seasoned local performers bring a fun-based blend of Americana, rock, fiddle traditions and swing standards. Burlington City Hall Park, 12:301:30 p.m. Free. Info, 829-6305.

CONCERTS IN THE COURTYARD: Music aficionados of all ages tune in to a weekly summer series featuring live outdoor performances by noteworthy talent. See benningtonmuseum.org for lineup. Bennington Museum, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 447-1571.

CONCERTS ON THE GREEN:

RED HOT JUBA: A high-energy Vermont band plays blistering-hot countrified jazz and blues tunes. Camp Meade, Middlesex, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, info@campmeade.today.

COUNTERPOINT: The Montpelier ensemble sings American popular gems of the Gilded Age at a stirring program titled “In the Good Old Summertime.” Island Arts, North Hero, 7 p.m. $20-25. Info, 540-1784.

CRYS MATTHEWS & SAM

ROBBINS: A contemporary folk singer-songwriter double bill captivates listeners with bold, honest lyrics and a modern edge. Virtual option available. Next Stage Arts, Putney, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $10-25. Info, 387-0102.

FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC: New vinos, hopping live tunes, tasty food truck provisions and picnic blankets make for a relaxing evening at the vineyard. See lincolnpeakvineyard.com for lineup. Lincoln Peak Vineyard, New Haven, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7368.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER

MUSIC FESTIVAL: ARTIST

FACULTY SERIES: Listeners revel in a monthlong lineup of performances by internationally renowned musicians and distinguished guest ensembles. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 7:30 p.m. $35-50; free for students and kids. Info, info@ gmcmf.org.

JOSIAH DYER BAND: An electrifying band mixes the heart of classic country tunes with a fresh, modern twist to benefit Justice for Dogs. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7-8:30 p.m. $20. Info, 533-2000.

MUSIC BY THE RIVER: THE CASH BOX KINGS: An oldtime Southern blues band shakes things up at this community-centered concert series on the banks of the Ottauquechee. East End Park, Woodstock, 6 p.m. Free. Info, boxoffice@pentanglearts.org.

YOUNG RELL: Vermont’s own Dave Keller Band joins forces with the Mississippi guitarist and harmonica phenom for an evening of sizzling Chicago blues. Peacham Congregational Church, 7 p.m. $30-35. Info, 748-2600.

outdoors

CABOT CHEESE-E-BIKE TOUR: See WED.9.

E-BIKE & BREW TOUR: See THU.10.

québec

SHAZAMFEST: See THU.10.

seminars

‘FINDING YOUR STRIDE: ESTATE PLANNING ESSENTIALS FOR LIFE, LAND AND LEGACY’:

Attendees join the Vermont Land Trust and Green Mountain Horse Association for a women-focused workshop covering wills, trusts, land conservation and charitable giving strategies. King Farm, Woodstock, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 262-3765.

sports

FRIDAY NIGHT DINGHY RACING:

Skippers with previous sailing knowledge celebrate the end of the week with some nautical competition. Bring or borrow a boat. Community Sailing Center, Burlington, 5-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-2499.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS:

Green Mountain State batters step up to the plate while sports fans of all ages root, root, root for the home team. Centennial Field, Burlington, 6:35 p.m. $7.50-19.50. Info, 655-4200.

talks

QUARTET CONVERSATIONS

SERIES: NATHANIEL LEW: See THU.10. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 1:15-3 p.m. theater

‘AS YOU LIKE IT’: See THU.10.

FOOD & ART FRIDAY: BIG TEETH PERFORMANCE COLLECTIVE:

A queer feminist collaborative arts project dazzles with feats of acrobatic theater while attendees enjoy wood-fired pizza by Fat Dragon Farm. Sable Project, Stockbridge, 5:30-8 p.m. $5-20 suggested donation. Info, bex@ thesableproject.org.

‘THE GONDOLIERS’: This Gilbert and Sullivan opera bursts with comedy, witty lyrics, lilting melodies and playful political satire. Unadilla Theatre, Marshfield, 7:30-10 p.m. $15-30 cash or check. Info, 546-0406.

‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS’: See THU.10.

‘KING LEAR’: See THU.10.

‘LITTLE WOMEN’: Louisa May Alcott’s timeless tale of Jo, Beth, Meg and Amy is brought to brilliant life in musical format by Full Circle Theater Collaborative. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 7 p.m. $15-20. Info, theoffcenter@gmail.com.

JUL. 12 & 13 | FAIRS & FESTIVALS

‘MARTINE AND THE INNOCENTS’: Phantom Theater launches its 40th season with a witty, tender and provocative work of experimental theater, featuring Guggenheim Fellow Martine Gutierrez. Phantom Theater, Edgcomb Barn, Warren, 8-9 p.m. $25. Info, tracy@madriver.com.

‘OH YOU BEAST DESCENDANTS’: Audience members take in a brand-new, politically charged production of puppetry that evolves over the course of the summer. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 7 p.m. $15. Info, 525-3031.

words

BOOK SALE: See WED.9.

FRIENDS OF THE RUTLAND FREE LIBRARY BOOK SALE: A broad selection of used, rare and antique titles goes on sale to benefit the library. Rutland Free Library, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free; cost of books. Info, 773-1860.

SAT.12

activism

VERMONT MAD PRIDE: Activists shed shame at a march and celebration organized by psychiatric survivors and folks the world has labeled “mentally ill.” Downtown Burlington, noon-3 p.m. Free. Info, 779-0570.

bazaars

ISLANDS’ ANTIQUE SHOW: See FRI.11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

MAKER’S MARKET: Shoppers discover unique, handmade goods and meet the talented people behind them at a weekly showcase of local artists, bakers,

Broom Mates

It’s just a bunch of hocus pocus! New England’s Odd and Unusual Show conjures up all things weird, wild, wacky and wonderful at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. Guests dressed to impress in witchy, horror and steampunk ’fits find hex-cellent times at a spooky showcase of oddities, curiosities, art, handcrafted jewelry and taxidermy. Makers of the macabre — including artists, authors and entertainers — bewitch, bedazzle and bewilder patrons of all ages with their perfectly paranormal and occult offerings, while psychic and tarot card readings, an enchanting dark-circus performance by Diiiotima Arts, and a costume contest complete the spell.

NEW ENGLAND’S ODD AND UNUSUAL SHOW

Saturday, July 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, July 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. $10-15; free for kids under 10. Info, newenglandsoddandunusualshow@gmail.com, cvexpo.org.

distillers and crafters. Addison West, Waitsfield, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free; cost of items. Info, 528-7951.

community

SISTERHOOD CAMPFIRE: Women and genderqueer folks gather in a safe and inclusive space to build community through journaling, storytelling, gentle music and stargazing. Leddy Park, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, sisterhoodcampfire@gmail.com.

‘TALES FROM THE WATERSHED’: Franklin County Stormwater invites families to soak up a summer evening filled with stories reflecting on our watershed, told by fellow community members. St. Albans Bay Park, 5-8 p.m. Free; preregister to share. Info, nbrown@nrpcvt.com.

conferences

THE 99S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: See WED.9.

dance

THE JUNCTION DANCE FESTIVAL:

An annual celebration of movement showcases a spectrum of styles through performances and free workshops. Various Upper Valley locations, White River Junction. Various prices. Info, 439-9117.

‘THUMBELINA’: Avant Vermont Dance mounts an original ballet based on the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, complete with a narrated score, spectacular set and whimsical choreography. Norwich Green, 11 a.m. By donation. Info, info@ avantvt.com.

etc.

THE FELINE CONNECTION: Folks meet the cute and cuddly cats and kittens available for adoption and learn more about the rescue organization’s work. Phoenix Books, Rutland, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 855-8078.

Regular admission, $17-20; free for members and children 3 and under. Info, 359-5000.

NEW ENGLAND’S ODD AND UNUSUAL SHOW: Weirdos welcome! A showcase of artists, authors, entertainers and makers of the macabre, paranormal, horror and occult genres brings the freaky fun. See calendar spotlight. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $10-15; free for kids under 10. Info, newenglandsoddand unusualshow@gmail.com.

SUMMERVALE: Locavores find much to do at an outdoor fest centered on food, music, community and conservation. See calendar spotlight. Intervale Center, Burlington, 2-8 p.m. Free. Info, 660-0440.

WATERBURY ARTS FEST:

SATURDAY ARTS & CRAFTS FEST: Live entertainment, food vendors and a street fair with more than 100 exhibitors showcase the area’s artistry. 5 Pilgrim Park Rd., Waterbury, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 793-6029.

‘YOU-PICK’ LAVENDER FEST: Nature lovers pick their own bouquets fresh from the field, then enjoy walking tours of the farm, workshops, food trucks, vendors and a bouncy house. Sunshine Village Lavender Farm, Pittsford, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 399-1764.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘ANIMAL KINGDOM 3D’: See THU.10.

‘ANTARCTICA 3D’: See THU.10. ‘FIVE FINGERS OF DEATH’: Changhwa Jeong’s groundbreaking 1972 martial arts action flick kick-started the kung fu movie craze in the U.S. The Screening Room @ VTIFF, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center,

FOMO?

REVOLUTIONARY WEEKEND AT HUBBARDTON BATTLEFIELD: Reenactments, military demos, battlefield tours and kids’ activities honor the anniversary of the 1777 battle fought on the land that would become Vermont. Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, 10 a.m. $1-8; free for kids under 6. Info, 273-2282.

fairs & festivals

ANTIQUES & UNIQUES: A town tradition since 1971, this gathering of more than 100 vendors and artisans offers up live music and locally sourced fare. Craftsbury Common, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free; $5 parking per vehicle. Info, antiquesanduniquesvt@ gmail.com.

INCREDIBLE INSECT FESTIVAL: Entomophiles observe the fascinating world of bugs at a day packed with demonstrations, exhibits, games and crafts. Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Quechee, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Find even more local events in this newspaper and online: art

Find visual art exhibits and events in the Art section and at sevendaysvt.com/art.

film

See what’s playing at theaters in the On Screen section.

music + nightlife

Find club dates at local venues in the Music + Nightlife section online at sevendaysvt.com/ music.

Learn more about highlighted listings in the Magnificent 7 on page 11.

COURTESY

Burlington, 7-8:40 p.m. $6-12. Info, 660-2600.

‘LOST NATION’: History buffs watch local filmmaker Jay Craven’s Revolutionary War drama about Ethan Allen and Lucy Terry Prince, set in the early upstart Republic of Vermont. Haskell Free Library & Opera House, Derby Line, 7 p.m. $15. Info, 748-2600.

‘OCEAN PARADISE 3D’: See THU.10.

‘SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER 3D’: See THU.10.

food & drink

NORTHWEST FARMERS MARKET: Locavores stock up on produce, preserves, baked goods, and arts and crafts. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 242-2729.

ST. JOHNSBURY FARMERS

MARKET: Growers, bakers, makers

and crafters gather weekly at booths centered on local eats. Pearl St. & Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, cfmamanager@gmail.com.

SUMMER BERRY ADVENTURE

DINNER: Guests roam blueberry fields while sipping cocktails, then delight in a family-style feast in a stunning post-andbeam barn. Adam’s Berry Farm, Charlotte, 6-9 p.m. $185. Info, sas@adventuredinner.com.

games

CHESS CLUB: All ages and abilities face off and learn new strategies. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

D&D & TTRPG GROUP: Fans of Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role-playing

games embark on a new adventure with a rotating cast of game masters. Virtual option available. Waterbury Public Library, 1-5 p.m. Free. Info, judi@ waterburypubliclibrary.com.

MAH-JONGG: Tile traders face off in the ancient Chinese game often compared to gin rummy and poker. Waterbury Public Library, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, judi@ waterburypubliclibrary.com.

health & fitness

THE GOSHEN GALLOP: Runners tackle the tough terrain of a 10K or 5K course, followed by a postrace party with wood-fired pizza and a dip in the pond. Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center, Goshen, 4 p.m. $35-$42; preregister. Info, 382-7693.

language

FRENCH CONVERSATION FOR

ALL: Native French speaker Romain Feuillette guides an informal discussion group for all ages and abilities. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 878-4918.

music

ADRIENNE TAYLOR & ANDREI

BAUMANN: A cellist and a pianist weave together a dynamic program of classical favorites and contemporary hits. Stone Valley Arts, Poultney, 7 p.m. $20 suggested donation. Info, stonevalleyartscenter@ gmail.com.

ANA GUIGUI: See FRI.11.

CARILLON SUMMER MUSIC

SERIES: GEORGE MATTHEW: A lauded instrumentalist coaxes stunning sounds from the university’s 47-bell carillon. Norwich University, Northfield, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 485-2141.

COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS

CONCERT SERIES: Top regional and national acts delight audience members of all stripes at a weekly summer offering backed by unparalleled views. See killington.com for lineup. K-1 Lodge, Killington, 3-5:50 p.m. Free. Info, 800-621-6867‎.

COUNTERPOINT: See FRI.11. First Church in Barre, Universalist.

DO GOOD FEST: The Fray, Plain White T’s, and Sammy Rae & the Friends headline the annual music bash benefiting the Vermont Foodbank. See calendar spotlight.

National Life Building, Montpelier, 1:30-10 p.m. By donation; $5 minimum. Info, 229-3114.

KALOS: A Celtic trio assumes the spotlight for a rousing performance of works rooted in the maritime traditions of North America, Scotland, Ireland and Scandinavia. Knoll Farm, Fayston, 6:30-10 p.m. $30. Info, 496-5685. SUMMER FEST: Butter News presents a showcase of Vermont’s most exciting underground and up-and-coming hip-hop talent, including Abizo & Lil Butter, 7AG HEDGE, and Faxohxrd. Gihon Valley Hall, Hyde Park, 7-10 p.m. $10-15. Info, 851-0448.

SUMMER SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES: JULIANNA LUNA & FRIENDS: An Afro-Dominican

singer, actress and event producer for Vermont Public performs sizzling jazz tunes with her band. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 382-9222.

SUNDOWN SESSIONS:

Burlington’s best local bands take the stage for idyllic summer-evening concerts backed by Barge Canal sunsets. See thepineryvt.com for lineup. Coal Collective, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@thepineryvt.com.

outdoors

BUTTERFLY & BUG WALK:

Entomologists of all experience levels explore the museum grounds in a thrilling search for crawling creatures. BYO binoculars and magnifying glass. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 10 a.m. $5-10 suggested donation; preregister. Info, 434-2167.

CABOT CHEESE-E-BIKE TOUR: See WED.9.

E-BIKE & BREW TOUR: See THU.10.

SUMMER BIRDING: Avian enthusiasts join up with members of the Green Mountain Audubon Society for an extraordinary outing that combines an appreciation of both art and nature. Cold Hollow Sculpture Park, Enosburg Falls, 8-10 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, info@ coldhollowsculpturepark.com.

québec

SHAZAMFEST: See THU.10.

seminars

EDITING WITH ADOBE PREMIERE: Participants discover how to configure their workspace, import and organize media, and create a finished program. The Media Factory, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. Free; donations accepted; preregister. Info, 651-9692.

sports

MISSISQUOI PADDLE-PEDAL:

Cyclists and scullers assemble on the river for a day of races and relays. Davis Park, Richford, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. $35; preregister. Info, 496-2285.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: See FRI.11, 6:05 p.m.

theater

‘AS YOU LIKE IT’: See THU.10.

‘THE GONDOLIERS’: See FRI.11.

‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE

CHRISTMAS’: See THU.10, 2-3:45 & 7:30-9:15 p.m.

‘KING LEAR’: See THU.10.

‘LITTLE WOMEN’: See FRI.11, 2 & 7 p.m.

‘MARTINE AND THE INNOCENTS’: See FRI.11.

words

BOOK SALE: Lit lovers peruse a wide array of like-new titles for all their summer reading needs, to benefit Ilsley Public Library. Middlebury United Methodist Church, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free; cost

of books; cash or check only. Info, 388-4095.

BOOK SALE: See WED.9. ERIC RICKSTAD: The best-selling local author meets readers and signs copies of his latest thriller novel, Remote: The Six Phoenix Books, Essex, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 4-6 p.m. Info, 448-3350.

FRIENDS OF THE RUTLAND FREE LIBRARY BOOK SALE: See FRI.11. THE POETRY EXPERIENCE: Local wordsmith Rajnii Eddins hosts a supportive writing and sharing circle for poets of all ages. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

WRITE NOW!: Lit lovers of all experience levels hone their craft in a supportive and critique-free environment. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 223-3338.

SUN.13 conferences

THE 99S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: See WED.9. crafts

YARN CRAFTERS GROUP: See WED.9, 1-3 p.m. dance

THE JUNCTION DANCE FESTIVAL: See SAT.12.

etc.

REVOLUTIONARY WEEKEND AT HUBBARDTON BATTLEFIELD: See SAT.12, 7:45 a.m.

fairs & festivals

MIDDLEBURY SUMMER FESTIVAL

ON-THE-GREEN: A seven-day fête features live tunes in every genre, family-friendly programs and dancing in the street. See festivalonthegreen.org for full schedule. Village Green, Middlebury, 7-9:45 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, info@ festivalonthegreen.org.

NEW ENGLAND’S ODD AND UNUSUAL SHOW: See SAT.12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘ANIMAL KINGDOM 3D’: See THU.10.

‘ANTARCTICA 3D’: See THU.10.

‘OCEAN PARADISE 3D’: See THU.10.

‘SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER 3D’: See THU.10.

food & drink

ROYALTON FARMERS MARKET: Local farms find support at a summerlong market celebrating the most abundant season of the year. South Royalton Town Green, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, royaltonfarmersmarket@ gmail.com.

WINOOSKI FARMERS MARKET: Area growers and bakers offer

ethnic fare, assorted harvests and agricultural products against a backdrop of live music. Winooski Falls Way, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, info@downtownwinooski.org.

games

DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAMES: See THU.10, 1-4:30 p.m. health & fitness

KARUNA COMMUNITY

MEDITATION: A YEAR TO LIVE

(FULLY): Participants practice keeping joy, generosity and gratitude at the forefront of their minds. Jenna’s House, Johnson, 10-11:15 a.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, mollyzapp@live.com.

NEW LEAF SANGHA

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE: New and experienced meditators alike practice together in the Plum Village tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. Hot Yoga Burlington, 6-7:45 p.m. Free. Info, newleafsangha@ gmail.com.

lgbtq

CRAFT CLUB: Creative queer folks work on their knitting, crocheting and sewing projects. Rainbow Bridge Community Center, Barre, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 622-0692.

music

THE ANDERSON BROTHERS: The Grammy Award-winning clarinet and saxophone virtuosos team up with guitarist Adam Moezinia to perform the music of Broadway legend Richard Rodgers. Phantom Theater, Edgcomb Barn, Warren, 8-9 p.m. $20. Info, tracy@madriver.com.

BCA SUNDAY CLASSICAL:

SYLVIA QUARTET: An all-female four-piece featuring Vermont musicians Kathy Andrew, Laura Markowitz, Ana Ruesink and Jiwon Lee delights listeners. Burlington City Hall Park, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 829-6305.

BURLINGTON CONCERT BAND: Local music lovers bring lawn chairs and blankets to a weekly big-band blowout. Battery Park, Burlington, 7-8:45 p.m. Free. Info, burlingtonconcertbandvt@ gmail.com.

CONCERTS ON THE GREEN: THE SHADY TREES: A four-piece Vermont band gets bodies moving with its blend of funk, rock and reggae, sprinkled with some twang. Camp Meade, Middlesex, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, info@ campmeade.today.

LEVITT AMP ST. JOHNSBURY MUSIC SERIES: LAS KARAMABA: Listeners groove to the electrifying all-female group’s irresistible, catchy tunes. Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

MUSIC UNDER THE STEEPLE SERIES: BOB & SARAH AMOS: An acclaimed father-daughter duo finds perfect harmony while performing original and classic bluegrass and folk songs. Old West Church, Calais, 4-6 p.m. $10-15 suggested donation. Info, 498-3186.

ROCHESTER CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY: Talented musicians

Adda Kridler, Gabriel Boyers, Maren Rothfritz and Kirsten Jermé perform works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Georg Philipp Telemann and Alfred Schnittke. Federated Church of Rochester, 4-5:30 p.m. By donation. Info, 767-9234.

SPRUCE PEAK UNPLUGGED: THE WALLFLOWERS: The beloved rock band led by Jakob Dylan delivers a genre-defying performance to remember. Spruce Peak Village Green, Stowe Mountain Resort, 6 p.m. $45-55. Info, 760-4634.

SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: WILL PATTON ENSEMBLE: Hot swing, jazz and bluegrass tunes fill the air as attendees chow down on light dinner fare and delectable desserts. Meeting House on the Green, East Fairfield, 5-7 p.m. $10; free for kids under 12. Info, 827-6626.

TWILIGHT ON THE TAVERN

LAWN: KALOS: A Celtic trio performs rousing works rooted in the maritime traditions of North America, Scotland, Ireland and Scandinavia. Putney Tavern Lawn, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 387-0102.

québec

SHAZAMFEST: See THU.10.

sports

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: See FRI.11, 5:05 p.m.

theater

‘AS YOU LIKE IT’: See THU.10, 4 p.m.

‘THE GONDOLIERS’: See FRI.11, 2-4 p.m.

‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS’: See THU.10, 2-3:45 p.m.

‘KING LEAR’: See THU.10, 2-5 p.m.

‘THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO’: Opera North reimagines the classic comedy of manners with a “Downton Abbey” spin, set in the 1920s. Blow-Me-Down Farm, Cornish, N.H., 5:30 p.m. $32-70. Info, 603-448-0400.

‘OUR DOMESTIC RESURRECTION REVOLUTION IN PROGRESS

CIRCUS’: Bread and Puppet’s spectacular summer show features colorful puppetry, stilt dancing and acrobatics, all backed by a riotous brass band. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 3 p.m. $15 suggested donation. Info, 525-3031.

words

BOOK SALE: See WED.9.

MARK KELLEY: The author of An Uncommon Woman: The Life of Lydia Hamilton Smith discusses how the Pennsylvania mixed-race businesswoman and an abolitionist congressman worked together to secure the rights of African Americans. Rokeby Museum, Ferrisburgh, 1 p.m. $5; free for members. Info, 877-3406.

MON.14

crafts

COLLAGE COLLECTIVE: Creatives of all experience levels cut, paste

and make works of wonder. Virtual options available. Expressive Arts Burlington, 6:30-9 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 343-8172.

FUSE BEADS CLUB: Aspiring artisans bring ideas or borrow patterns to make beaded creations. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

dance

BEGINNER LINE DANCING: No partner or experience is necessary when Sid McLam teaches learners how to step in sequence. Brookfield Old Town Hall, 6:30-8 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, abelisle2@comcast.net.

THE JUNCTION DANCE FESTIVAL: See SAT.12.

fairs & festivals

MIDDLEBURY SUMMER FESTIVAL

ON-THE-GREEN: See SUN.13, noon-1 & 7-9:45 p.m.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘ANIMAL KINGDOM 3D’: See THU.10.

‘ANTARCTICA 3D’: See THU.10.

‘OCEAN PARADISE 3D’: See THU.10.

‘SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER 3D’: See THU.10.

games

BURLINGTON ELKS BINGO: Players grab their daubers for a competitive night of card stamping for cash prizes. Burlington Elks Lodge, 6 p.m. Various prices. Info, 862-1342.

health & fitness

LAUGHTER YOGA: Spontaneous, joyful movement and breath promote physical and emotional health. Virtual option available. Pathways Vermont, Burlington, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Free. Info, 777-8691.

language

GERMAN LANGUAGE LUNCH: Willkommen! Speakers of all experience levels brush up on conversational skills over bagged lunches. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

lgbtq

QTPOC SUPPORT GROUP: Pride Center of Vermont facilitates a safe space for trans and queer folks of color to connect, share experiences, process current events and brainstorm ideas. 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 863-0003.

music

ST. JOHNSBURY BAND: The nation’s third-oldest community band regales locals with dynamic tunes during a weekly ice cream social. Caledonia County Courthouse, St. Johnsbury, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, manager@ stjohnsburyband.org.

VERGENNES CITY BAND SUMMER CONCERTS: Attendees get comfy on lawn chairs and blankets while

local instrumentalists ages 12 to 90 perform rousing works. Vergennes City Park, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, sodaniel27@gmail.com.

talks

OLIVE BRANCH SERIES: ZACHARY BENNETT: In “The Election of 1860: How One Party United a Divided Nation,” a Norwich University assistant professor of history sheds light on America’s forgotten political revolution. Pizza provided. 1st Republic Brewing, Essex, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 881-1108.

words

BOOK SALE: See WED.9. READ LIKE A WRITER: New England Readers & Writers hosts a virtual reading group for lit lovers to chat about short stories, both contemporary and classic. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 372-1132.

SCRIPTWRITERS’ GROUP: Got a story to tell? Talented local writers swap techniques and constructive critiques. Junction Arts & Media, White River Junction, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 295-6688.

TUE.15 community

CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP: Brownell Library holds a virtual roundtable for neighbors to pause and reflect on the news cycle. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. GRATEFUL GATHERINGS: Trained facilitators Lori York and Mary Wentworth lead locals in deep conversations exploring topics such as embracing mystery, creating joy and navigating grief. Waterbury Public Library, 6:307:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, judi@waterburypubliclibrary.com.

FOMO?

Find even more local events in this newspaper and online: art Find visual art exhibits and events in the Art section and at sevendaysvt.com/art. film See what’s playing at theaters in the On Screen section. music + nightlife Find club dates at local venues in the Music + Nightlife section online at sevendaysvt.com/ music. Learn more about

crafts

ALL HANDS TOGETHER

COMMUNITY CRAFTING GROUP: Marshfield spinning maven

Donna Hisson hosts a casual gathering for fiber fans of all abilities to work on old projects or start something new. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

dance

THE JUNCTION DANCE FESTIVAL: See SAT.12.

SWING DANCE PRACTICE

SESSION: All ages and experience levels shake a leg in this friendly, casual environment designed for learning. Bring clean shoes. North Star Community Hall, Burlington, 8-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 864-8382. etc.

MILTON FARMERS MARKET

& MUSIC IN THE PARK: Local purveyors sell their goodies, bands bring the beats, and the lawn fills up with cornhole players and giant Jenga tournaments at a weekly outdoor offering.

Bombardier Park West, Milton, 4-8 p.m. Free. Info, 893-1457.

RIBBON CUTTING & TROUT

CELEBRATION: Guests gather for a dual fête honoring the newly renovated “Into the Lake” exhibit and the restoration of trout in Lake Champlain. ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 12:30-3 p.m. Free. Info, nbova@echovermont.org.

fairs & festivals

MIDDLEBURY SUMMER FESTIVAL

ON-THE-GREEN: See SUN.13, noon-1 & 7-9:45 p.m.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘ANIMAL KINGDOM 3D’: See THU.10.

‘ANTARCTICA 3D’: See THU.10.

‘OCEAN PARADISE 3D’: See THU.10.

‘SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER 3D’: See THU.10.

‘TO CATCH A THIEF’: Cary Grant plays a retired jewel thief who sets out to prove his innocence in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1955 whodunit masterpiece. Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 540-3018.

games

DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAMES: See THU.10.

OUTDOOR GAME NIGHT: Friendly competition takes flight with a fresh selection of outdoor offerings, including an action-packed cornhole tournament. Switchback Beer Garden & Smokehouse, Burlington, 5-9 p.m. Free. Info, 540-6965.

health & fitness

COMMUNITY MEDITATION: All experience levels engage in the ancient Buddhist practice of clearing the mind to achieve a state of calm. First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington, 5:15-6 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 862-5630.

QI GONG FOR VITALITY & PEACE: Librarian Judi Byron leads students in this ancient Chinese practice of mindful movement and breath. Wear comfortable clothing. Waterbury Public Library, 9:15 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, judi@ waterburypubliclibrary.com.

language

FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP: French-speakers and learners meet pour parler la belle langue Burlington Bay Market & Café, 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 343-5493.

ITALIAN LANGUAGE LUNCH: Speakers hone their skills in the Romance language over bagged

lunches. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

music

FREDERICK MOYER: A lauded concert pianist performs works by Ludvig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, followed by superlative jazz standards by legendary American composers. Greensboro United Church of Christ, 7:30-9 p.m. $22; free for kids under 18. Info, 533-7437.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER

MUSIC FESTIVAL: ARTIST

FACULTY SERIES: See FRI.11.

MUSIC WHILE YOU PICK: Local bands fill the air with feel-good tunes while guests pick their own blueberries and settle in for a picturesque picnic. Owl’s Head Blueberry Farm, Richmond, 5-8 p.m. $14. Info, 434-3387.

TUESDAY NIGHT LIVE:

Sumptuous fare including homemade pie and cake sets the stage for a double bill of tribute acts the Peach Eaters and Al’s Pals. BYO chair or blanket. Old Mill Park, Johnson, 5:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 730-2943.

seminars

FINDING HOUSING

WORKSHOP: Attendees build an apartment search tool kit with guidance from the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 660-3456.

RAIN BARREL MAKING

WORKSHOP: Williston and St. George residents create their own container to collect and store rainwater for later use. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

sports

FELLOWSHIP OF THE WHEEL ENDURO: New and experienced mountain bike riders gather in

the spirit of sportsmanship for a casual racing night. Sleepy Hollow Inn, Huntington, 4:30-7:30 p.m. $15-20. Info, 434-2283.

words

BOOK CLUB BUFFET: Dorothy Alling Memorial Library invites readers to dissect Yangsze Choo’s The Night Tiger over a virtual lunch. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, daml@ damlvt.org.

BOOK SALE: See WED.9. BURLINGTON

LITERATURE GROUP: Bookworms analyze three short novels about life under the shadow of authoritarianism over the course of seven weeks. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@ nereadersandwriters.com.

WRITING CIRCLE: Words pour out when participants explore creative expression in a low-pressure environment. Virtual option available. Pathways Vermont, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 777-8691.

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business

QUEEN CITY BUSINESS NETWORKING INTERNATIONAL GROUP: See WED.9.

community

WEEKLY PASSEGGIATA: See WED.9.

crafts

YARN CRAFTERS GROUP: See WED.9.

dance

BARN DANCE: Seasoned pros and beginners alike hit the dance floor for an evening of two-steppin’ feet and beats by Better in Boots. The Barn at Boyden Farm, Cambridge, 5:30-9 p.m. $15; free for kids

10 and under; cash bar. Info, 598-5509.

THE JUNCTION DANCE FESTIVAL: See SAT.12.

environment

BUTT LITTER CLEANUP: Helping hands come together to dispose of discarded cigarettes. St. Albans City Hall, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 524-1296.

fairs & festivals

MIDDLEBURY SUMMER FESTIVAL

ON-THE-GREEN: See SUN.13, noon-1 & 7-9:45 p.m.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘HUMAN FOREVER’: Jonathan de Jong’s poignant 2023 documentary follows a perfectly healthy 24-year-old who chooses to live in the closed ward of a nursing home. Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 5-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 540-3018.

‘THE LEMON SAGA’: Zeno Mountain Farm hosts a screening of a powerful documentary short spotlighting its annual summer musical, in which campers with and without disabilities write, rehearse and perform a play for the community. Holley Hall, Bristol, 8-11 p.m. Free. Info, peter@ zenomountainfarm.org.

‘OPEN COUNTRY’: Viewers take in Glenda and Jesse Drew’s 2024 documentary feature exploring the roots of American country music. O.N.E. Community Center, Burlington, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $12 suggested donation. Info, 598-3602.

food & drink

COMMUNITY COOKING: See WED.9.

health & fitness

CHAIR YOGA: See WED.9.

language

SPANISH CONVERSATION:

Fluent and beginner speakers brush up on their vocabulario with a discussion led by a Spanish teacher. Presented by Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. 5-6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, programs@damlvt.org. music

BCA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: RED HOT JUBA: A high-energy Vermont band plays blisterin’ hot countrified jazz and blues tunes. Burlington City Hall Park, 12:301:30 p.m. Free. Info, 829-6305.

BLUEGRASS EXTRAVAGANZA: Local musicians take the genre to new heights while guests enjoy tacos and ice-cold beverages. The Tillerman, Bristol, 5-8 p.m. Free; cash bar. Info, 643-2237.

CRAFTSBURY CHAMBER

PLAYERS: See WED.9.

HUNGER MOUNTAIN CO-OP

BROWN BAG SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: See WED.9.

OVER THE HUMP SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: THE DOG CATCHERS: A local band plays rockin’ R&B tunes to benefit Edward Heyman’s Soup’s On. Huntington Recreation Field, 5:30-8 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 434-4947.

ROGER STREET FRIEDMAN: A singer-songwriter engages listeners with a transcendent blend of rock, blues, country and folk that pays homage to the likes of Paul Simon, Cat Stevens and Jackson Browne. Martha Pellerin & Andy Shapiro Memorial Bandstand, Middlesex, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, middlesexbandstand@gmail.com.

SALLY PINKAS & ELISE KUDER: The Hop’s pianist-in-residence joins forces with a lauded violinist WED.16 » P.64

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for a program of sonatas by Johannes Brahms, Béla Bartók and Grażyna Bacewicz. BakerBerry Library, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422.

TAYLOR PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: See WED.9.

WEDNESDAYS ON THE WATERFRONT: ALL NIGHT

BOOGIE BAND: A Burlington blues, soul and rock band cooks up lively tunes that make listeners want to shake their hips. Newport Waterfront, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

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‘OLIVER!’: Middle and high school students from throughout the region bring Victorian England to life with this rousing rendition of the Dickensian musical. Chandler Center for the Arts, Randolph, 7 p.m. $10-25; free for kids 6 and under. Info, 728-9878.

northeast kingdom

ENCHANTED KINGDOM MINI GOLF: See WED.9.

FOUR WINDS NATURE INSTITUTE: Wee ones ages birth to 6 discover and celebrate the natural world through play. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 745-1391.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: Youngsters and their caregivers delight in beautiful books, silly songs, creative crafts and unplugged play in the library’s cozy children’s room. Craftsbury Public Library, Craftsbury Common, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 586-9683.

SAT.12

burlington

FLYNNZONE KIDS HOUR: JEH KULU

DANCE & DRUM THEATER: Families marvel at a dynamic rhythmic performance featuring master drummers from Guinea and Senegal playing traditional instruments. The Flynn, Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 863-5966.

SPLASH DANCE: Kiddos soak up sunshine and fun in the fountain while DJs spin family-friendly tracks. Burlington City Hall Park, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, eindorato@burlingtoncityarts.org.

chittenden county

‘JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH’: See. THU.10. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. FRENCH STORY TIME: Kids of all ages listen and learn to native speaker Romain Feuillette raconte une histoire. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

PARTY WITH PETE THE CAT: Little library patrons hang out with the grooviest feline around at this special reading and meet and greet opportunity. South Burlington Public

outdoors

CABOT CHEESE-E-BIKE TOUR: See WED.9.

sports

BIKE BUM RACE SERIES: See WED.9.

GREEN MOUNTAIN TABLE

TENNIS CLUB: See WED.9.

Library & City Hall, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

barre/montpelier

KIDS TRADE & PLAY: Neighbors swap or shop gently used clothing, shoes, books and toys. Capital City Grange, Berlin, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 337-8632.

stowe/smuggs

MIMA TIPPER: A Vermont author signs copies of her timely and uplifting young adult novel, Kat’s Greek Summer, while guests enjoy delicious themed treats. Bear Pond Books, Stowe, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, mimatip@gmail.com.

mad river valley/ waterbury

COMPLIMENT COINS: Following a reading focused on kindness, Kristin McCole teaches kiddos how to create special, hand-painted tokens that make people feel good. Inklings Children’s Books, Waitsfield, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7280.

middlebury

area

‘A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’: The Young Company enchants with William Shakespeare’s raucous comedy about lovers, actors and meddling fairies. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 4:30 p.m. $5-10 suggested donation. Info, 382-9222.

randolph/royalton

‘OLIVER!’: See FRI.11.

northeast kingdom

ENCHANTED KINGDOM MINI GOLF: See WED.9.

SATURDAY STORY TIME: Tiny tots from birth to age 6 and their caregivers have fun with stories, songs, free play and crafts. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 745-1391.

WEEE! DANCE PARTY: Little ones and their caregivers express themselves through movement at this free-wheeling, DJ-driven bash. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 2-3 p.m. $5 suggested donation; preregister. Info, 533-2000.

SUN.13

burlington

DAD GUILD PLAY GROUP: Fathers (and parents of all genders) and their kids ages 5 and under drop in for playtime and connection. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

theater

‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS’: Audience members feel the cheer at this stage production of the 1954 classic flick following of group of entertainers who unite to save a struggling Vermont inn. Weston Theater at Walker Farm, 7:30-10 p.m. $55-92. Info, 824-5288. ‘THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO’: See SUN.13, 7:30 p.m.

words

BOOK SALE: See WED.9.

JAMES SHEA: A local poet launches his new book, Last Day of My Face, in conversation with Vermont poet laureate Bianca Stone. Phoenix Books, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 448-3350. ➆

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Tabletop role-players ages 9 to 18 practice their craft with the library’s newest dungeon master, Andrew. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, noon-4 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 863-3403.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY SUNDAY: Folks of all ages with sensory processing differences have the museum to themselves, with adjusted lights and sounds and trusty sensory backpacks. ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, kvonderlinn@echovermont.org.

chittenden county

‘JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH’: See THU.10. Lyric Theatre Company Creative Space, South Burlington, 11 a.m. & 3 p.m.

SOCIAL SUNDAYS: Families participate in fun and educational art activities with diverse mediums and themes. All supplies and instruction provided. Milton Artists’ Guild Art Center & Gallery, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 891-2014.

barre/montpelier

GENDER CREATIVE KIDS: Trans and gender-nonconforming kiddos under 13 and their families build community and make new friends at this joyful monthly gathering. Various locations statewide, 2-4 p.m. Free; contact organizer for info and to preregister. Info, 865-9677.

middlebury area

FAMILY FIELD TRIP DAY: A day of educational fun for all ages invites attendees to explore archaeology, participate in a scavenger hunt and hop on board a boat replica. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 10 a.m.2 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 475-2022. ‘A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’: See SAT.12.

randolph/royalton

‘OLIVER!’: See FRI.11, 2 p.m. outside vermont

GREEN DIRECTORS SERIES:

‘BEETLEJUICE JR.’: Talented youths ages 8 to 18 take on an adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, showcasing catchy songs, outrageous characters and a heartwarming message about belonging. Strand Center for the Arts, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 2 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, info@adktheatre.com.

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chittenden county

D.E.A.R. (DROP EVERYTHING AND READ): Little patrons build cozy forts in the library and practice reading

aloud with Sammy, a gentle therapy dog who’s all ears. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

NATURE PLAYGROUP: Budding nature lovers ages birth to 5 and their caregivers trek the trails with an experienced educator. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 434-3068.

POKÉMON CLUB: Players trade cards and enjoy activities centered on their favorite strategic game. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

TEEN MISSING JEWELS MYSTERY: Young sleuths embark on an escape room-style mystery, solving clues together before time runs out. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 3-4 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

mad

river valley/ waterbury

TODDLER TIME: Little ones ages 5 and under have a blast with songs, stories, rhymes and dancing. Waterbury Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

upper valley

STORY TIME WITH BETH: A bookseller and librarian extraordinaire reads picture books on a different theme each week. The Norwich Bookstore, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 649-1114.

TUE.15

burlington

SING-ALONG WITH LINDA BASSICK: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers sing, dance and wiggle along with the local musician. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

CARTOONING WORKSHOP: Cartoonist Rick Stromoski teaches budding artists how to draw animals. Virtual option available. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

STORY TIME: Youngsters from birth to 5 enjoy a session of reading, rhyming and singing. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

barre/montpelier

BASEMENT TEEN CENTER: See FRI.11, 2-6 p.m.

northeast kingdom

LAPSIT STORY TIME: Babies 2 and under learn to love reading, singing and playing with their caregivers. Siblings

welcome. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 745-1391. PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: See FRI.11.

WED.16

chittenden county

‘THE HOUSE AT POOH CORNER’: Very Merry Theatre’s talented youth thespians take the stage to perform an entertaining, homegrown musical version of the familiar story. Richmond Free Library, noon-2 p.m. Free. Info, 434-3036.

A VISIT TO ESSEX RESCUE: Families embark on an exciting tour with local EMTs, complete with the rare opportunity to peek inside an ambulance. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 1011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

BABY TIME: See WED.9. GAME ON!: See WED.9. GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: FAMILY CONCERT: The festival’s student string quartet performs a sparkling showcase of works, followed by sweet treats for little listeners. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 1:15-3 p.m. Free. Info, 503-1220.

KIDS PUZZLE SWAP: Participants leave completed kids’ puzzles (24 to 300 pieces only) in a ziplock bag with an image of the finished product, then find something new to take home. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 2:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140. SUMMER CRAFTYTOWN: See WED.9.

barre/montpelier

‘CELEBRATE THE RIVER’: Naturalist and educator Ange Gibbons teaches curious minds about the Winooski River through fun-filled exploration, games and crafts. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

BABY & CAREGIVER MEETUP: See WED.9.

FAMILY CHESS CLUB: See WED.9.

mad river valley/ waterbury

TEEN HANGOUT: Middle and high schoolers make friends at a no-pressure meetup. Waterbury Public Library, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7036. northeast kingdom

ENCHANTED KINGDOM MINI GOLF: See WED.9. K

Pick from 25 fun civics activities — each one you do is another chance to win the grand prize.

Submit entries all summer to qualify for prize drawings every Thursday on “Channel 3 This Morning” — you could win a $50 gift card to Phoenix Books or a Vermont State Parks pass!

Complete all 25 activities to be honored as a “Distinguished Citizen” at the Vermont Statehouse.

FINAL DEADLINE: September 1

TRIP DRAWING: SEPTEMBER 4

Suggest a Memorial

Mila Chenette from Fairfax suggested that someone create a new memorial (activity No. 4) to honor Nathaniel Foster, a veteran of the War of 1812. Mila wrote:

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classes

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arts & crafts

BLOCKPRINTING BOTANICALS

HORSFORD GARDENS & NURSERY: Join us for an introduction to blockprinting with linoleum. Using images from the garden, we will draw onto the linoleum and learn to carve and print. You’ll make a series of prints with your new image and take home your linoleum block to continue your printing adventure! is is the fourth year that Jen has offered this workshop at Horsford Gardens & Nursery. e workshop is in a barn surrounded by the beauty of the gardens. If time allows, we will also print from natural materials. All materials provided. Sun., Jul. 27, 11 a.m. Cost: $80. Location: Horsford Gardens & Nursery, 2111 Greenbush Rd., Charlotte. Info: attherootvt.com.

martial arts

food & drink

THAI AT HOME: TAKEOUT

TURNED IN: Love ai takeout but never dared to make it yourself? Together, we’ll walk through essential ingredients, techniques and shortcuts to help you re-create your favorite ai dishes from scratch. You’ll learn how to build the bold, balanced ﬂavors of ai cuisine — sweet, sour, salty and spicy — while prepping a delicious dinner. Recipes include fresh veggie spring rolls, herby pork larb lettuce wraps and ai coconut chicken soup. Sat., Aug. 9, 5:30-8 p.m. Cost: $75. Location: Richmond Community Kitchen, 13 Jolina Court. Info: 802-4343445, sevendaystickets.com.

AIKIDO: THE POWER OF HARMONY: Cultivate core power, aerobic ﬁtness and resiliency. e dynamic, circular movements emphasize throws, joint locks and the development of internal energy. Join our community and ﬁnd resiliency, power and grace. Inclusive training, gender-neutral dressing room/bathrooms and a safe space for all. Visitors are always welcome to watch a class! Vermont’s only intensive aikido programs. Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St., Burlington. Info: bpincus@burlingtonaikido.org, burlingtonaikido.org.

music

TAIKO TUESDAYS, DJEMBE

WEDNESDAYS!: Drum with Stuart Paton! New sessions each month (Jul. 8, Aug. 5, Sep. 9 ). Community Taiko Ensemble Beginner’s Class, Mon., 5:30-7 p.m. Taiko on Tue.: Kids & Parents Taiko, 4-5:30 p.m.; Adult Intro Taiko, 5:30-7 p.m.; Accelerated Intro Taiko, 7-8:30 p.m. Djembe on Wed.: Intermediate Djembe, 5:30-7 p.m.; Beginner Djembe, 7-8:30 p.m. Drums provided. $92/4 weeks; 90-min. classes; $72 per person for Kids & Parents class. Location: Burlington Taiko, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3-G. Info: Stuart Paton, 802-448-0150, burlingtontaiko.org.

bike and knowing how to care for it is empowering! e One-Night Stand at Old Spokes Home will cause neither regret nor shame; instead, it will help you stay safer, keep your bike running longer, and give you conﬁdence in either getting what you need at the bike shop or ﬁguring out how to deal with it on your own. Wed., Jul. 30, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $50. Location: Old Spokes Home Community Workshop, 664 Riverside Dr., Burlington. Info: 802-863-4475, sevendaystickets.com.

wellness

sports & ﬁtness

THE ONE-NIGHT STAND: Having a basic understanding of your

PERFUMERY CLASS & SPA DAY: Learn the basics of perfumery while creating your own custom eau de parfum that is hand-blended to reﬂect your unique personality. It’s part art, part science, and a whole lot of fun and self-discovery! Arrive early or stay late to indulge in the on-site spa amenities, including a pool, sauna and hot tub, in a picturesque setting on the West Branch Little River in Stowe. Spa amenities for the day are included! Sat., Jul. 26, noon-2 p.m. Cost: $135. Location: Tälta Lodge, 3343 Mountain Rd., Stowe. Info: bloomlabvt@gmail. com, sevendaystickets.com.

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Thumper

AGE/SEX: 1-year-old spayed female

ARRIVAL DATE: May 19, 2025

SUMMARY: Meet umper, the queen of comfy living and cardboard-box tossing! is sweet girl is litter trained, healthy, happy and full of personality. She loves to lounge and explore, and she’s especially fond of grabbing cardboard boxes with her mouth and tossing them around like bunny toys. She also has a favorite spot on the windowsill where she can keep an eye on the world — she’ll pop her head up to greet you when you come home, like a little fuzzy welcome committee. Could your home use a friend like umper? Visit her at HSCC to see if she could be your new best friend!

Visit the Humane Society of Chittenden County at 142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. or Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Call 862-0135 or visit hsccvt.org for more info.

DID YOU KNOW?

Rabbits require lots of space to have happy, healthy lives! ey can live free rein in a bunnyproofed room, home or x-pen enclosure. If contained, their space should always be large enough so they can hop around, and they should be let out of their pen for at least a few hours every day for exercise.

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NEIGHBORHOOD

GARAGE SALE

Neighborhood-wide garage sale in Edgewood Estates in Colchester. 1-stop shopping over half a mile. Stroll the quiet neighborhood & ﬁnd some deals! Jul. 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

HOME & GARDEN

YURT FOR SALE: BUYER TO DISASSEMBLE & REMOVE

Our 10-year-old yurt in South Strafford is for sale — the perfect summer camp or studio, w/ potential to be a year-round ADU or rental property. $15,000. More information, photo gallery & contact details at jadegreenyurt. wordpress.com.

apartment

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DR dining room

DW dishwasher

HW hot water

LR living room

NS no smoking

ANNOUNCEMENTS

$5,000 REWARD To ﬁ nd Christopher Harper, North Burlington, Vt. Must know exact location. Hair color: brown/gray. Eye color: blue. Height: 5’8. Age: 38. Last seen on Nov. 15, 2024. Contact Burlington Police at 802-658-2700.

HDWD hardwood

OBO or best offer

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W/D washer & dryer

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 and similar Vermont statutes which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitations, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, handicap, presence of minor children in the family or receipt of public assistance, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or a discrimination. The newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate, which is in violation of the law. Our

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APARTMENTS & HOUSES FOR RENT

WINOOSKI 1-BR APT. FOR RENT

Unfurnished 1-BR in Winooski. New windows, HDWD, enclosed porch, fenced-in yard, garden. 2nd ﬂ oor, very clean. NS. Off-street parking. Pictures upon request. $1,500. For more info, call or text 802-3554099. Avail. Aug. 3.

GORGEOUS, SUNNY, SPACIOUS 3-4-BR CAPE IN ESSEX

20 Weed Rd., Essex. Unfurnished 3-BR, 3-BA. 2,052 sq.ft., built in 2012, freshly painted. 3-4 BR, 3 full BA, spacious high-post cape. Large, open fl oor plan w/ offi ce/den, 9-foot ceilings. Stainless steel appliances, mudroom w/ walk-in pantry, lots of windows. Laminate wood fl ooring, gas stove, DW, W/D, economical gas heat, 5-star energy-rated home. Upstairs: 3 BR, 2 full BA, large main BR w/ en-suite BA & a walk-in closet. Full basement w/ lots of storage, perfect for a workshop w/ a Bilco door for access. Outdoor back patio for barbecue. Spacious, 0.25 acre, nice side yard to play. is is a great alternative to a condo. Award-winning Essex schools & athletic programs. YMCA before- & afterschool care. Elementary schools & athletic fi elds are mins. away. Potential access to a 45-acre neighboring property for recreation. e school bus stops at the end of the driveway.

readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. Any home seeker who feels he or she has encountered discrimination should contact:

Country setting, yet 20 mins. to UVM Medical Center & Bolton Ski Area, & Smugglers Notch is 25 mins. away. 5 mins. to Essex shopping, cinema, outlets, Market 32 & Hannaford stores. 12 mins. to I-89 & 2 mins. to the Jericho Café & Tavern. Lawn mowing, snow plowing, water & sewer are incl. High-speed Comcast internet is avail. Low annual heating costs (propane). NS, preferably no pets. Dogs & cats considered w/ a carpet cleaning fee on a case-by-case basis. (Electric dog fence installed.) 2+ parking spaces. Application, credit report & background check. 1-year lease minimum, additional years considered. First, last & security due at lease signing. Renters’ insurance is req. Please send us an email & tell us a little bit about yourself & your pets, if applicable (who would be living here, employment, reason for moving, credit history, etc.), & provide a good number to reach you at. Inquiries without a detailed introduction will not be responded to. House plan may be viewed at Huntington Homes/Morse Cape. ank you. Avail. Aug. 1. $3,695+. Call 802-5784317 or email dpabm@ comcast.net.

COMMERCIAL & OFFICE RENTALS

WILLISTON VILLAGE SHARED OFFICE SPACE IN HEALING CLINIC We have shared space for rent in our beautiful historic building. ere are a few different opportunities avail., pricing based upon your needs & use. A great place to be for therapists, bodyworkers, acupuncture, herbalists or like-minded looking for quiet ofﬁ ce space. Rooms avail. afternoons, evenings & weekends. ere is also an opportunity for a teaching space for classes. Rental price based on use. $475-$525. Info, 802-872-8898, info@ ayurvedavermont.com, ayurvedavermont.com.

S. BURLINGTON COMMERCIAL SUBLET

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700-sq.ft. open-space room w/ new LVT ﬂ ooring & paint. Great location w/ free on-site parking. Perfect space for a

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CLOSES: Wed., July 23 @ 10AM PREVIEW: Thurs., July 17 from 11AM-1PM LOCATION: Randolph, VT 05060

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(1659) SUMMER SPORTING RELATED AUCTION ONLINE AUCTION CLOSES: WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 @10AM

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HOMES FOR SALE

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HOUSEMATES

PRIVATE APT. IN WEYBRIDGE

Private apt. offered in the home of senior woman who enjoys theater & community events. $650/mo. + utils. Seeking housemate to share conversation & outings together. Must be dog-friendly! NS. Application, interview, refs. & background checks req. EHO. Info, 802-863-5625, info@ homesharevermont. org, homeshare vermont.org.

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AUCTION CLOSES: Tues., July 22 @ 10AM PREVIEW: Mon., July 14 from 11AM-1PM LOCATION: Shelburne, VT 05482

Discover a curated selection of over 135 lots of Mid-Century Modern icons, designer furnishings, fine home accessories, and global treasures in this unmissable online auction. From Barbara Barry for McGuire to Ekornes Stressless comfort, this sale celebrates high-end living and lasting style.

HOMESHARE IN THE ‘NOOSK

Share a centrally located Winooski apt. w/ woman in her 30s who enjoys video games, horseback riding & cartoons. In exchange for no rent, just a share of utils. Provide companionship, help w/ cleaning & occasional cooking. Must be cat-friendly! Application, interview, refs. & background checks req. EHO. Info, 802-863-5625, ric@ homesharevermont. org, homeshare vermont.org.

Using the enclosed math operations as a guide, fill the grid using the numbers 1 - 6 only once in each row and column.

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Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers one to nine. The same numbers cannot be repeated in a row or column.

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HOME & GARDEN

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GET DISABILITY BENEFITS

You may qualify for disability beneﬁ ts if you are between 52 & 63 years old & under a doctor’s care for a health condition that prevents you from working for a year or more. Call now: 1-877-247-6750. (AAN CAN)

STOP OVERPAYING FOR AUTO INSURANCE

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DerekCo Carpentry & Excavating has all of your carpentry & excavating needs covered! Visit our website & contact us for a free estimate. Info, 802-310-4090, derek@ derekco.com, derekco. com.

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MOVING & HAULING

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Vehicles

PROPOSED STATE RULES

CARS & TRUCKS

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By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record. The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at https://secure. vermont.gov/SOS/rules/ . The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having at least 25 members.

To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible.

To obtain further information concerning any scheduled hearing(s), obtain copies of proposed rule(s) or submit comments regarding proposed rule(s), please call or write the contact person listed below. You may also submit comments in writing to the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (802-828-2231).

NOTE: The six rules below have been promulgated by the Agency of Human Services who has requested the notices be combined to facilitate a savings for the agency. When contacting the agency about these rules please note the title and rule number of the proposed rule(s) you are interested in.

• Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment Rule, General Provisions and Definition (Part 1)

Vermont Proposed Rule: 25P025

• Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment Rule, Eligibility Standards (Part 2).

Vermont Proposed Rule: 25P026

• Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment Rule, Nonfinancial Eligibility Requirements (Part 3).

Vermont Proposed Rule: 25P027

• Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment Rule, Special Rules for Medicaid Coverage of Long-Term Care Services and SupportsEligibility and Post-Eligibility (Part 4).

Vermont Proposed Rule: 25P028

• Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment Rule, Financial Methodologies (Part 5).

Vermont Proposed Rule: 25P029

• Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment Rule, Eligibility-and-Enrollment Procedures (Part 7). Vermont Proposed Rule: 25P030

AGENCY: Agency of Human Services

CONCISE SUMMARY: These proposed rules amend Parts 1-5 and 7 of the 8-part Health Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment (HBEE) rule. Parts 1, 4, and 5 were last amended effective January 1, 2024. Parts 2, 3, and 7 were last amended effective January 1, 2025. Substantive revisions include: adding coverage of pre-release services for up to 90 days before release for sentenced, incarcerated individuals enrolled in Medicaid; using the Low Income Subsidy (LIS) family size definition for Medicare Savings Program (MSP) eligibility determinations; raising the income limit for Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries from 100% to 145% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and Qualifying Individuals 135% to 195% FPL; changing the household composition for the Access Plan; modifying noticing requirements for eligibility verifications; providing earlier Qualified Health Plan (QHP) effective dates for special enrollment periods and voluntary terminations.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Dani Fuoco, Agency of Human Services, 280 State Drive, NOB 1 South, Waterbury, Vermont 056711010 Tel: 802-585-4265 Fax: 802-241-0450 E-Mail: dani.fuoco@vermont.gov URL: https:// humanservices.vermont.gov/rules-policies/ health-care-rules.

FOR COPIES: Jessica Ploesser, Agency of Human Services, 280 State Drive, NOB 1 South, Waterbury, Vermont 05671-1010 Tel: 802241-0454 Fax: 802-241-0450 E-Mail: jessica. ploesser@vermont.gov.

THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE UNIT 02-00233

Located at 48 Industrial Ave, VT, 05495 Will be sold on or about the 17th of July, 2025 to satisfy the debt of Robert Oakes. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur.

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Located at 28 Adams Drive Williston, VT, 05495 Will be sold on or about the 17th of July, 2025 to satisfy the debt of Betty Cameron. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur

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2025 to satisfy the debt of Jennifer Burnor. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur.

ESSEX WESTFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT

INVITATION TO BID: CTE CORP TAFT STREET

PHASE 3

INVITATION TO BID

CTE Corporation, herein called the Owner, invites separate sealed bids for site improvements located at Taft Street in Essex Junction, Vermont. This project generally consists of construction of a road connection of Taft Street to Meadow Terrace, related infrastructure improvements, and related activities. RFP requirements under News at: https://www.ewsd.org/page/ purchasing-bids

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE LIEN SALE

BURLINGTON SELF STORAGE, LLC

1825 SHELBURNE ROAD SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT 05403

Notice is hereby given that the contents of the self storage units listed below will be sold at public auction by sealed bid.

Name of Occupant, Storage Unit#, unit size: Murray, Unit #428, 5x5

Said sales will take place on Friday 07/11/25, beginning at 10:00am at Burlington Self Storage (BSS), 1825 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, VT 05403. Units will be opened for viewing immediately prior to auction. Sale shall be by sealed bid to the highest bidder. Contents of entire storage unit will be sold as one lot. The winning bid must remove all contents from the facility at no cost to BSS, on the day of auction. BSS, reserves the right to reject any bid lower that the amount owed by the occupant or that is not commercially reasonable as defined by statute.

ACT 250 NOTICE

MINOR APPLICATION 4C0610-4B 10 V.S.A. §§ 6000 - 6111

Application 4C0610-4B from Daniel White & Brooke White Joint Trust, 67 Bear Creek Road, Richmond, VT 05477, and Kevin & Claire Mahoney, 314 Wortheim Road, Richmond, VT 05477 was received on July 1, 2025 and deemed complete on July 2, 2025. The project is generally described as creation of a revised building envelope to house the after-the-fact construction of an in-ground pool, patio area, and a small shed behind the existing home at 67 Bear Creek Road. The project includes a boundary line adjustment/ exchange of 0.044 acres with the abutting southern property at 314 Wortheim Lane to meet local setback requirements. The project is located at 67 Bear Creek Road and 314 Wortheim Lane in Richmond, Vermont. The application may be viewed on the Land Use Review Board’s website (https://act250.vermont.gov/) by clicking “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “4C0610-4B.”

No hearing will be held and a permit may be issued unless, on or before July 24, 2025, a party notifies the District 4 Commission in writing of an issue requiring a hearing, or the Commission sets the matter for a hearing on its own motion. Any person as defined in 10 V.S.A. §6085(c)(1) may request a hearing. Any hearing request must be in writing, must state the criteria or sub-criteria at issue, why a hearing is required, and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other person eligible for party status under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)

(1)(E) must include a petition for party status under the Act 250 Rules. To request party status and a hearing, fill out the Party Status Petition Form on the Board’s website: https://act250. vermont.gov/documents/party-status-petitionform, and email it to the District 4 Office at: Act250.Essex@vermont.gov. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law may not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing.

For more information contact Stephanie H. Monaghan at the address or telephone number below.

Dated this July 7, 2025. By: /s/ Stephanie H. Monaghan Stephanie H. Monaghan District Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 802-261-1944 stephanie.monaghan@vermont.gov

CITY OF ESSEX JUNCTION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

JANITORIAL SERVICES

The City of Essex Junction is soliciting proposals from qualified janitorial service providers to deliver professional cleaning services for seven (7) of its municipal facilities located at 2 Lincoln Street, 6 Lincoln Street, 35 Cascade Street (2 buildings), 21 Park Street, 71 Maple Street, and 75 Maple Street. The goal of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to identify a vendor capable of providing high-quality, reliable, and costeffective janitorial services that meet the City’s specific needs. This initiative supports the City’s commitment to maintaining safe and healthy environments for both residents and staff. The contract will be for a minimum of one (1) year with an option to extend annually, up to five (5) years.

Proposals are to be submitted by 9:00 AM EST, Friday, August 1, 2025 to the City Office, 2 Lincoln Street, Essex Junction, Vermont 05452. Proposals shall be marked “JANITORIAL SERVICES” to the attention of Joanne Pfaff, Administrative Assistant. Any proposals received after the deadline will not be considered.

The complete RFP may be obtained, without charge, on the City of Essex Junction webpage at https://www.essexjunction.org/news/invitationto-bid, at the City Office, or by calling (802) 878-6944. Please direct all questions regarding this request for proposals by Wednesday, July 23, 2025, to Joanne Pfaff, Administrative Assistant, at jpfaff@essexjunction.org or 802-878-6944 EXT 1622. All answers to questions received will be posted to the City’s website by Friday, July 25, 2025. The City of Essex Junction, through its Authorized Representative, reserves the right to waive any informalities in or reject any and all proposals, in whole or in part, or to accept any proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the City of Essex Junction.

BURLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL/ BURLINGTON TECH CENTER (BHS/BTC) FURNITURE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) AVAILABLE

The Burlington School District is soliciting proposals from qualified furniture vendors for the provision and installation of furniture at the new BHS/BTC facility in Burlington, VT, opening in Fall 2026. Interested vendors should contact Cassondra Tower, FF&E Consultant to BSD, at ctower@eeiservices.com for more information and a copy of the RFP.

Deadline to submit questions (RFIs): July 18, 2025 Final Proposal submission deadline: August 11, 2025

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STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT CIVIL DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT

DOCKET NO: 25-CV-00993

Case Title: Falcon Management Co Inc V Caroline Guenther, Jessica Guenther et al

SUMMONS AND ORDER FOR PUBLICATION

This summons is directed to Caroline Guenther, Jessica Guenther and Occupants at 56 Meadown Lane, Richmond, VT 05477.

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 the Court, County Court House, Burlington, Vermont. Do not throw this paper away. It is an official paper that affects your rights.

2. PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM. The Plaintiff’s Claim is for ejectment, possession and unpaid rent per Complaint filed with the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Unit on March 5, 2025, concerning a mobile home on a leased lot of land located at 56 Meadow Lane, Richmond, VT 05477.

3. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 42 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail the Plaintiff a written response, called an Answer, within 42 days after the date on which this Summons was first published, which is July 9, 2025. You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff’s attorney located at: 80 Midas Drive, South Burlington, VT 05403.

You must also give or mail your Answer to the Court located at: 175 Main St., Burlington, VT (physical address) PO Box 187, Burlington, VT 05402-0187.

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 send the Plaintiff and the Court your Answer within 42 days, you will probably 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 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 verified Complaint or Affidavit filed in this action shows that service cannot be made with due diligence by any of the methods provided in Rule 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, Caroline Guenther,

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Jessica Guenther and occupants, by publication as provided in Rules 4(d)(1) and 4(g) of those Rules.

This Order shall be published once a week for 2 weeks beginning on July 9, 2025 in Seven Days, a newspaper of general circulation in Chittenden County, and a copy of this Summons and Order as published shall be mailed to the Defendent, Carolin Guenther, Jessica Guenther and occupants, if an address is known.

July 2, 2025

Date

Samuel Hoar

Superior Court Judge

TOWN OF BOLTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD AGENDA

Thursday, July 24, 2025 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

The DRB for the Town of Bolton will meet at 3045 Theodore Roosevelt Hwy on July 24, 2025. The meeting will commence at 6:30 pm at the Bolton Clerks’ Office. The meeting will also be accessible remotely by electronic means. Please join the meeting on your computer, tablet or smart phone:

Town of Bolton is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Development Review Board

Time: Jul 24, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89095237920?pwd =PYEWyqYbsRv92KYTodj5SMfhdpysHi.1

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6:30 PM Introductions, Adjustments to Agenda & Public Comment

6:40 PM 2024-15-DRB; FINAL MAJOR

SUBDIVISION REVIEW Applicant & Property Owner: Bolton Valley Resort, 4302 Bolton Valley Access Road. A five-lot Planned Unit Development Major Subdivision with a total of 48 residential units.

9:00 PM Adjourn.

Rob Ricketson, DRB Chair

Please Note: Application materials for items on this agenda can be reviewed in advance of the meeting upon request. To obtain a copy of these materials via email, contact Zoning Administrator Susan Gulrajani: phone (802) 434-3064 x225 or via email at: zoningbolton@ gmavt.net.

Support Groups

A CIRCLE OF PARENTS SUPPORT GROUPS

Please join our professionally facilitated peer-led support groups designed to share our questions, concerns & struggles, as well as our resources & successes! Contribute to our discussion of the unique but shared experience of parenting. For more info or to register, please contact Heather at hniquette@pcavt.org, 802-498-0607, pcavt.org/ family-support-programs.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. Call the Vermont statewide anonymous hotline: 802-802-2288. Alcoholics Anonymous holds daily meetings all over Vermont, both in person & online. See burlingtonaa.org for meetings, news & events in Chittenden & Grand Isle counties. For meeting & events throughout Vermont, see aavt.org.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUPS

Support groups meet to provide assistance & info on Alzheimer’s disease & related dementias. They emphasize shared experiences, emotional support & coping techniques in care for a person living w/ Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Meetings are free & open to the public. Families, caregivers & friends may attend. Please call in advance to confirm the date & time. The Williston caregiver support group meets in person on the 2nd & 4th Tue. of every mo., 5-6:30 p.m., at the Old Brick Church in Williston. Contact support group facilitators Molly at dugan@cathedralsquare.org or Mindy at moondog@burlingtontelecom.net. The Middlebury support group for individuals w/ early stage dementia meets on the 4th Tue. of each mo., 3 p.m., at the Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd., Middlebury. Contact is Daniel Hamilton, dhamilton@residenceottercreek.com or 802-989-0097. The Shelburne support group for individuals w/ early stage dementia meets on the 1st Mon. of every mo., 2-3 p.m., at the Residence at Shelburne Bay, 185 Pine Haven Shores, Shelburne. Contact is support group facilitator Lydia Raymond, lraymond@residenceshelburnebay. com. The telephone support group meets on the 2nd Tue. of each mo., 4-5:30 p.m. Preregistration is required (to receive dial-in codes for toll-free call). Please dial the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24-7 Helpline, 800-272-3900, for more info. For questions or additional support group listings, call 800-272-3900.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUPS

call). Please dial the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24-7 Helpline, 800-272-3900, for more info. For questions or additional support group listings, call 800-272-3900.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUPS

ANXIETY RELIEF GROUP

Anxiety Relief Group is a safe setting for relaxing & exploring your feelings w/ others through gentle socialization & self-expression, building up what makes you centered & strong. Wed., 4-5:30 p.m. Both in-person & Zoom options avail. In-person meetings are held at the Pathways Vermont Community Center at 279 N. Winooski Ave. in Burlington. Email us for the Zoom link & more info: pvcc@pathwaysvermont.org.

BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP

Vermont Center for Independent Living offers virtual monthly meetings, held on the 3rd Wed. of every mo., 1-2:30 p.m. The support group will offer valuable resources & info about brain injury. It will be a place to share experiences in a safe, secure & confidential environment. To join, email Linda Meleady at lindam@vcil.org & ask to be put on the TBI mailing list. Info: 800-639-1522.

BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR DRAGON BOAT TEAM

Looking for a fun way to do something active & health-giving? Want to connect w/ other breast cancer survivors? Come join Dragonheart Vermont. We are a breast cancer survivor & supporter dragon boat team who paddle together in Burlington. Please contact us at info@dragonheartvermont. org for info.

BURLINGTON MEN’S PEER GROUP

Tue. nights, 7-9 p.m., in Burlington. Free of charge, 30 years running. Call Neils 802-877-3742.

BURLINGTON MEN’S PEER GROUP

Tue. nights, 7-9 p.m., in Burlington. Free of charge, 30 years running. Call Neils 802-877-3742.

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT SUICIDE

Conversations About Suicide is a judgment-free & open space to talk about personal experiences of suicidal ideation. The group is facilitated by peer support staff w/ lived experience of suicidality. Thu., 4-5 p.m., at Pathways Vermont Community Center, located at 279 N. Winooski Ave. in Burlington. Email us for more info: pvcc@ pathwaysvermont.org.

DISABILITY SUPPORT GROUP

Our group is a space for mutual support, open to anybody who identifies as disabled, differently abled or having a disability. Whether your disability is visible, invisible, physical or cognitive, this group is for you! The group meets every Mon., 1:15-2:15

CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS@SEVENDAYSVT.COM OR 802-865-1020 EXT. 115 TO UPDATE YOUR SUPPORT GROUP

p.m., at 279 N. Winooski Ave. in Burlington & online on Zoom. Email us for the Zoom link & more info: pvcc@pathwaysvermont.org.

FCA FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

Families Coping with Addiction (FCA) is an open community peer support group for adults (18+) struggling with the drug or alcohol addiction of a loved one. FCA is not 12-step-based but provides a forum for those living the family experience, in which to develop personal coping skills & to draw strength from one another. Our group meets every Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m., live in person in the conference room at the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County (179 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington), &/or via our parallel Zoom session to accommodate those who cannot attend in person. The Zoom link can be found on the Turning Point Center website (turningpointcentervt.org) using the “Family Support” tab (click on “What We Offer”). Any questions, please send by email to tdauben@ aol.com.

FIERCELY FLAT VT

A breast cancer support group for those who’ve had mastectomies. We are a casual online meeting group found on Facebook at Fiercely Flat VT. Info: stacy.m.burnett@gmail.com.

FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA)

Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? FA is a free 12-step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating or bulimia. Local meetings are held on Mon., 4-5:30 p.m., via Zoom. For more info & a list of additional meetings throughout the U.S. & the world, call 603-630-1495 or visit foodaddicts.org.

FRESH START: A TOBACCO/VAPE QUIT WORKSHOP

Join a free 4- or 5-week group workshop facilitated by our coaches, who are certified in tobacco treatment. We meet in a friendly, relaxed & virtual atmosphere. You may qualify for a free limited supply of nicotine replacement therapy. Info: call 802-847-7333 or email quittobaccoclass@uvmhealth.org to get signed up, or visit myhealthyvt. org to learn more about upcoming workshops.

GRIEVING A LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

A retired psychotherapist & an experienced life coach host a free meeting for those grieving the loss of a loved one. The group meets upstairs at All Souls Interfaith Gathering in Shelburne. There is no fee for attending but donations are gladly accepted. Meetings are held on the 1st & 3rd Sat. of every mo., 10-11:30 a.m. If you are interested in attending please register at allsoulsinterfaith. org. (More information about the group leader at pamblairbooks.com.)

HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP

This Hearing Voices Group seeks to find understanding of voice-hearing experiences as real lived experiences that may happen to anyone at any time. We choose to share experiences, support & empathy. We validate anyone’s experience & stories about their experience as their own, as being an honest & accurate representation of their experience, & as being acceptable exactly as they are. Tue., 2:30-4 p.m. Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Email us for more information: pvcc@ pathwaysvermont.org

INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS/PAINFUL BLADDER SUPPORT GROUP

Interstitial cystitis (IC) & painful bladder syndrome can result in recurring pelvic pain, pressure or discomfort in the bladder/pelvic region & urinary frequency/urgency. These are often misdiagnosed & mistreated as a chronic bladder infection. If you have been diagnosed or have these symptoms, you are not alone. For Vermont-based support group, email bladderpainvt@gmail.com or call 802-7355735 for more info.

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

w/ 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.

LIVING THROUGH LOSS

The Volunteer Chaplaincy Program of Gifford Medical Center sponsors a weekly meeting of its “Living Through Loss” grief support group. Anyone who has experienced a significant loss over the last year or so is warmly invited to attend the free weekly meetings every Friday, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. For information, contact the Rev. Tim Eberhardt, Gifford’s Spiritual Care Coordinator at 802-728-2107.

MARIJUANA ANONYMOUS

Are you questioning the role marijuana plays in your life? Check out Freed From Weed, a free Marijuana Anonymous 12-step group. Mon., 7 p.m., at First United Methodist Church (Red Door Church), 21 Buell St., Burlington. Contact: jointsession@newenglandma.org.

MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP

Area myeloma survivors, families & caregivers have come together to form a Multiple Myeloma Support Group. We provide emotional support, resources about treatment options, coping strategies & a support network by participating in the group experience w/ people who have been through similar situations. 3rd Tue. of every mo., 5-6 p.m., on Zoom. Info: Kay Cromie, 655-9136, kgcromey@aol.com.

NAMI SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Vermont offers several Connection Peer Support Groups & Family Support Groups that meet virtually &/or in person throughout the state. All groups are confidential, volunteer-led & 100% free. Find a group that suits your needs at namivt.org/ support-groups.

NARCANON BURLINGTON GROUP

Group meets every Mon. at 7 p.m., at the Turning Point Center, 179 S. Winooski Ave., Suite 301, Burlington. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of addiction in a relative or friend. Info: Amanda H., 338-8106.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS

Narcotics Anonymous is a group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Held in Burlington, St Albans, Morrisville, Barre & Stowe. Info, 833-436-6166 or cvana.org.

NEW (& EXPECTING) MAMAS & PAPAS & EVERY

PRIMARY CAREGIVER TO A BABY Drop-in play every day: The Children’s Room is open Mon.-Fri. for anyone w/children ages 0-6 to come & play. Starting Tue., Sep. 3! Check the TCR calendar for hours & school closure days. Caregiver & Baby Circle: Weekly drop-in on Mon., 11 a.m., at the Children’s Room. We are pleased to offer a weekly gathering for babies (0-18 mos.) & their caregivers, sponsored by Good Beginnings & hosted by the Children’s Room. Nature Explorations: Tue,, 10-11:30 a.m., at various trailheads in the area. Get outside for some fresh air & fun! Every week we go to a different trailhead or natural area to explore. Ages 0-6; carriers are helpful for little ones. Email childrensroom@huusd.org to sign up; enrollment is always open. Music & Movement: drop-in, Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Children’s Room in Brookside Primary School. We begin by singing songs & moving together & allow time at the end to play w/ instruments, as well as time for adults & kids to socialize. Ages 0-6. Exploration & Art Fridays: drop-in, Fri., anytime from 9 a.m.-noon at the Children’s Room in Brookside Primary School. We’ll be engaging in different hands-on explorations & using various mediums every week — sometimes combined. Come to TCR to explore, play & create! For info, email childrensroom@ huusd.org.

YOUR TRUSTED LOCAL SOURCE.

1:1 Community Support

Seeking enthusiastic & caring female to provide 1:1 community support to a wonderful young woman. Training & activity schedule provided. Transportation required. Part-time, $35/hour & flexible schedule. Send resume to: Burlingtonmag@gmail.com

IT Support Technician

We are seeking a motivated and dependable IT Support Technician to join our growing team. This individual will provide on-site and remote technical support to our clients, resolving a wide variety of hardware, software, and network issues.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications, OR 3+ years of hands-on IT support experience.

• Strong knowledge of Windows & Mac desktop operating systems, Microsoft 365, and basic networking (DNS, DHCP, firewalls).

• Experience with ticketing systems and remote management tools.

• Familiarity with firewalls, switches, and wireless networks.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and data protection practices.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Mileage reimbursement for travel

• Health and dental insurance

• Paid holidays and time off

Send resumes to: employment@tcivt.net

ATTENTION RECRUITERS:

POST YOUR JOBS AT: JOBS.SEVENDAYSVT.COM/POST-A-JOB PRINT DEADLINE: NOON ON MONDAYS (INCLUDING HOLIDAYS) FOR RATES & INFO: MICHELLE BROWN, 802-865-1020 X121, MICHELLE@SEVENDAYSVT.COM

We’re Hiring! NURSING LEADERSHIP

Looking to be part of a tight-knit nursing leadership team that supports growth and collaboration?

• House Supervisor

Serve as a clinical resource to all departments across organization.

• OR Nurse Manager

Lead dynamic team through upcoming Operating Room expansion.

• PACU Nurse Manager Manage pre- and post-op care for a variety of surgeries.

For more information visit copleyvt.org/careers or contact Kaitlyn Shannon, Recruiter, at 802-888-8144 or kshannon@chsi.org.

Champlain Housing Trust is growing and we need great people to join our team. One of Vermont’s Best Places to Work in 2025, CHT is a socially responsible employer offering an inclusive, friendly work environment and competitive pay commensurate with experience. Our excellent benefit package includes a generous health insurance plan, three weeks of paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, sick leave, 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution after one year, disability and life insurance, and more.

EXCAVATION FOREMAN – $30+/HR

Grand Isle Gophers (a division of Green Mountain Marine Services) is hiring a full-time Excavation Foreman.

We’re looking for a dependable leader with:

• 3+ years of excavation/sitework experience

• Ability to operate excavators, skid steers & loaders

• Strong grading, drainage & trenching knowledge

• Confidence to run a job site without supervision

• A positive, team-first mindset

Starting at $30/hr (higher DOE). Work is local to Grand Isle and Chittenden County. Help us build something great in a supportive, professional crew.

Apply at grandislegophers.com or email lucas@gmmsvt.com

TATA HARPER SKINCARE is seeking passionate, driven individuals to join our team at our Vermont Manufacturing Facility in Whiting, VT. As a leader in 100% natural, high-performance skincare, we’re committed to sustainability, innovation, and excellence.

Join a growing brand that’s transforming beauty naturally.

Manufacturing Technician (Packaging)

This position is responsible for the setup and operation of packaging equipment and assembly in the manufacturing of products into secondary components. The job holder is responsible for following work in accordance with the schedule, speciﬁc work instructions, standard operating procedures, and Good manufacturing practices at all times.

Manufacturing Technician (Filling)

This position is responsible for the setup and operation of products into primary components. The job holder is responsible for following work in accordance with the schedule, speciﬁc work instructions, standard operating procedures, and Good manufacturing practices at all times.

For additional details regarding these positions or to apply, please visit our career page: getahome.org/career.

Equal Opportunity Employer - CHT is committed to a diverse workplace and highly encourages women, persons with disabilities, Section 3 low income residents, and people from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds to apply.

Compensation: Starts at $19.50 per hour Beneﬁts:

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LEAD LIBRARIAN

Russell Memorial Library seeks a Lead Librarian to oversee all aspects of services provided by our rural library, open 16 hours per week. We seek a candidate committed to engaging with our community, continuing the library’s vital role in our town, and ensuring the library is accessible and inclusive. See details at: russelllibraryvt. wordpress.com

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Cafeteria Coordinator

Thomas Fleming School (3rd-5th)

Step into a leadership role with our nutrition team!

Schedule: Full-time during the school year

Pay: $22.43/hour, up to $30.18/hour

Coordinate and support daily breakfast and lunch operations alongside a dedicated team of 2–3 staff members.

This role offers a unique opportunity to support student well-being, grow your skills, and be part of a welcoming school community. Please apply here: ewsd.schoolspring. com/?jobid=5167617

At the Essex Westford School District (EWSD), we believe in growing hearts and minds for a better today and tomorrow— every day, every way, every one. Be part of that vision by helping fuel student success through nutritious meals and meaningful daily connections.

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Director of Housing Grants and Monitoring

The Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is seeking a Director of Housing Grants and Monitoring to lead administration of a statewide program that provides emergency housing for people experiencing homelessness due to domestic or sexual violence. The Director will manage subgrants, develop financial systems, and work closely with funders, subgrantees, and internal finance, administrative and program staff. Key responsibilities include ensuring grant compliance and strong fiscal oversight; developing efficient, mission-aligned financial systems; managing budgets, subawards, and financial reporting; supporting timely payments and healthy organizational cash flow; and collaborating with funders and partners.

Ideal candidates will be detail oriented, have strong skills in financial administration, grants management, and developing and monitoring financial systems, with a passion for housing justice and supporting survivors.

The Vermont Network is an amazing place to work — we prioritize the wellbeing of our staff, take our culture seriously, think big and orient towards what is possible. For more information and the full job description, visit our website at vtnetwork.org

At Community Health Centers (CHC), we are committed to delivering compassionate, affordable, and high-quality health care to all, regardless of their financial status or life circumstances. We are currently seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to be part of our dynamic team, contributing to the well-being of our community and making a tangible difference in people’s lives. CHC allows you to live your dream while working for an organization that enables you to be a care provider that delivers quality care.

WHY JOIN US? As a Clinical Social Worker at CHC, you’ll be a critical member of a multidisciplinary team providing essential mental health and social support services. Your role will be diverse and impactful, including conducting rapid assessments, offering brief counseling, and providing longer-term psychotherapy to patients in need. You’ll also collaborate with the medical team to assess mental health and substance abuse disorders, make treatment recommendations, and provide crisis intervention and behavioral medicine interventions. Join a community organization that adds value to the community that we serve and live in.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• $600 annual wellness reimbursement – Get paid to stay active!

• Monthly stipend for those with alternate health insurance

• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts

• Comprehensive Life Insurance, AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan & 3% employer contribution after 1 year

• Fiduciary services via Morgan Stanley for financial planning

• Generous accrued paid time off (CTO)

Database Administration

The Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is seeking a mission-driven Director of Database Administration to lead statewide implementation of client and program services databases for Vermont Network member organizations and certified Domestic Violence Accountability Program providers. The database administrator will manage vendor relationships and ensure databases meet compliance and reporting standards; provide user support, training and documentation; keep data entry and reporting functions updated; analyze data trends to support program planning; and collaborate with partners to ensure data policies and systems are informed by accurate data and responsive to the needs of survivors and program participants.

Ideal candidates will have experience in client or program services database management or administration, skills in user support and training, a willingness to learn new technologies, and a commitment to supporting survivors and advancing equity.

The Vermont Network is an amazing place to work – we prioritize the wellbeing of our staff, take our culture seriously, think big and orient towards what is possible. For information and job description, visit vtnetwork.org/about-us/join-our-team

Interested candidates can submit resume & cover letter to Jamie Carroll at Jamie@vtnetwork.org by

Finance

Director

Are you a finance professional looking for a flexible, half-time role supporting the arts and creativity in Vermont? Want to do mission driven work in a primarily remote environment with great coworkers? The Vermont Arts Council is hiring its next Finance Director to oversee financial operations. 20-hour/week role with a salary range of $48.08 – $52.88/hour.

Full job description and how to apply at: vermontartscouncil.org

PREP COOK

We are looking for a prep chef to join our team. Might you be that special someone with kitchen experience? Decent knife skills? Cleanliness? Good communication? Wonderful! Apply! If we ﬁnd you are the right match, you’ll be making bread, salsa, braises, roasts, empanadas and more! We pay $18 base pay with a communal tip out based on hours worked. We average $25/hour for all our employees. Apply at: maria@cafemamajuana.com

Why not have a job you love?

Make a career making a difference with a job in human services at Champlain Community Services.

Benefit package includes 29 paid days off in the first year, comprehensive health insurance with premium as low as $30 per month, up to $6,400 to go towards medical deductibles and copays, retirement match, generous sign on bonus and so much more.

And that’s on top of working at one of the “Best Places to Work in Vermont” for seven years in a row.

Great jobs in management and direct support at an award-winning agency serving Vermonters with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

ccs-vt.org/current-openings.

Executive Director

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The Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired seeks a visionary Executive Director to lead our management team. Headquartered in So. Burlington, VT, VABVI is the only private, nonprofit, statewide agency providing training, services and support to infants, children and adults throughout Vermont. VABVI has an annual operating budget of $4.1 million. The successful candidate will possess a vision for the future and strive to fulfill a mission that encourages and assists blind and visually impaired people to achieve or maintain their independence and quality of life. Salary range is $120,000 to $150,000 depending on experience.

Complete details of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position, as well as the Application process is available at: Vabvi.org/careers

Application Deadline: August 31, 2025

LPN Starting at $35/hr or

Sign on Available! Valley Vista is seeking full-time, part-time, and per diem nurses (LPN or RN) for all shifts, to join our team and support our 80-bed facility as our patients move toward a life in recovery.

Job Duties:

• Provide appropriate nursing services and education to clients.

• Observe, record, and reports to the appropriate person any symptoms, reactions and changes in a client’s condition.

• Receives and transcribes physician order to client charts.

• Chart nursing notes in an informative and descriptive manner reflecting the care provided and the response to that care.

• Participate in report at shift change.

• Administer Mantoux upon admission.

• Complete scheduled weekly updates and chart audits.

Job Requirements: LPN or RN License, Interest in Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency

JULY 9-16, 2025

ATTENTION RECRUITERS:

CLIENT SERVICES & LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

For 24 years, JCohen Financial has put our clients’ best interests first. We are seeking an organized, self-motivated, confidential professional for our busy, client-focused practice.

This position will maintain, develop, and streamline organizational procedures and systems to facilitate the smooth flow of day-to-day activities and interaction with clients. Diverse responsibilities will include managing client relationships and database records, coordinating with corporate and field offices, and anticipating next steps. With room for advancement, this is an excellent opportunity to play a critical role in an established, reputable, financial services practice. Ideally, the individual will have a keen eye for detail, accuracy, and follow through with a professional, friendly demeanor and a general curiosity and eagerness to learn about financial planning. Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Docs plus a willingness to obtain industry licenses are required. The right candidate will possess compassion, integrity, and an impressive work ethic. Is it you? Apply to james@jcohenfinancial.com.

Zoning Administrative Officer

The Town of Richmond seeks a permanent, full-time Zoning Administrative Officer (ZAO). The Zoning Administrator performs administrative and advanced professional planning work under the supervision of the Director of Planning. This position requires tact, excellent communication skills and professionalism.

Required qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Community and Regional Planning or similar, Geography, Environmental Studies, Public Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of qualified education and experience. Knowledge of Stormwater regulations and Erosion and Sedimentation (E&S) Best Management Practices (BMP’s) is highly desired. Proven ability to read maps and engineered site plans. A valid Vermont State driver’s license is required.

Pay range: $58,947 to $72,030 per year dependent upon qualifications and experience. Vermont Retirement (VMERS), Health and Dental, Vacation and Sick Time offered. A full job description is available at www.richmondvt.gov/about-richmond/job-listings/

Please send, via email only, cover letter, resume, three current references and two writing samples to the Director of Planning and Zoning, Keith Oborne at koborne@richmondvt.gov with the subject line “Richmond Zoning Administrator.” Only complete applications sent to the email address above will be considered. Position open until filled.

Internship Coordinator

The Internship Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the internship program for Common Roots. This role involves coordinating among the different teams within Common Roots, overseeing student recruitment, and ensuring a positive experience for interns throughout their semester. The internship coordinator will continue to maintain relationships with academic institutions, and support interns throughout their time with Common Roots.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, human resources, or related field

• 2+ years of experience in career services, student affairs, workforce development, or a related area

• Strong interest in meeting and supporting college students

Salary Range: Hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Send resumes to: sophie@commonroots.org

NEK Delivery Driver Wanted

Want to be a hero every Wednesday? Need some cash? Get paid to drive through beautiful Vermont scenery while delivering Vermont’s most beloved newspaper! We are looking for a driver to deliver Seven Days weekly in the Orleans County (NEK) area.

Only requirements are a clean driving record (no major violations), availability on Wednesdays, a reliable vehicle (preferably station wagon style or larger), ability to lift 15 pounds and a positive attitude. If you can check all these boxes, then we want you to join the Seven Days Circulation team. Familiarity with the region is a plus. We pay hourly plus mileage reimbursement. Papers can be picked up locally in the NEK area. Regular trips to Burlington not required. Email circ@sevendaysvt.com No phone calls, please.

Days is

The Legislative support offices are currently hiring. The nonpartisan offices are an interesting, challenging, and exciting place to work.

You will be part of a highly professional and collegial team that is proud of, and enthusiastic about, the mission of the state legislature.

To apply, please go to 'Career Opportunities' at legislature.vermont.gov.

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OBGYN Nurse (RN)

Full Time

MAITRI HEALTH CARE FOR WOMEN is a group of female health care providers united in 2003 to create a comprehensive, compassionate obstetrics and gynecology practice for women of all ages. Maitri Health Care for Women is the premier OBGYN practice in Chi enden County, delivering over 600 babies per year, and providing state of the art gynecologic care for women. We practice medicine with an emphasis on individualized, holistic care.

Experience and Qualiﬁcations:

• Registered Nurse with current State Board of Nursing in VT licensure

• At least 1-2 years of OB/GYN experience preferred, but not required.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time Pay: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour

Email resumes to: chelsea@maitriobgyn.com

Seven

an Equal Opportunity Employer

EVENTS, PROMOTIONS & TICKETING MANAGER

Events are a big part of what we do at Burlington-based Seven Days. The mission of our employee-owned company is to inform and engage Vermonters with reliable reporting on local news and culture. We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic and organized planner to manage the Seven Days Tickets online box office, as well as our own dynamic slate of events and promotions. Revenue generated from this position supports our journalism and Vermont’s dynamic community of event producers. Digital fluency is key to success in this job, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Applicants should feel comfortable running the registration desk at the Vermont Tech Jam, schmoozing at a cocktail reception or creating an Instagram reel promoting Burger Week. Organization and time management are also crucial — rolling deadlines for print publications and digital products drive an aggressive promotional cycle across our multiple media channels. To join our team, you must be an excellent communicator, meticulous about details, a creative problem solver and a master multitasker who appreciates the value of local journalism. It helps if you also like to have fun!

Responsibilities for this full-time position include:

• Planning, promoting and executing events large and small such as: Vermont Tech Jam, the Seven Daysies awards party, the Spectacular Spectacular youth talent show and more

• Conceptualizing strategic marketing plans for Seven Days events, promotions and ticketing

• Recruiting local event promoters to use our free box office software, walking them through the process of selling tickets on the platform, coaching and providing basic tech support

• Communicating with our audience and beyond using all the marketer’s tools including social media, newsletters, radio, TV, print and IRL conversations

• Identifying strategic community partnerships to enhance our events and promotions; this includes working on events related to reader support, promoting civic engagement and local journalism

• If you are passionate about Vermont and inspired by the opportunity to help connect local businesses, event promoters and Seven Days readers, we want to hear from you!

Send cover letter & résumé to eventsjob@sevendaysvt.com by Monday, July 14.

For consideration, applicants should have experience planning and executing events for 100+ guests. In your cover letter, please explain the role(s) you’ve played in past events, your current employment situation and provide three professional references. Compensation, which includes some commission, is in the $50-60k range, plus sales commission, health insurance, paid vacation and other benefits. The position is based out of our Burlington office with occasional opportunities for remote work. Preference given to individuals who’ve worked in local media. No phone calls, please.

Seven Days is an equal opportunity employer.

Burlington Housing Authority (BHA)

Are you interested in a job that helps your community and makes a difference in people’s lives every day? Consider joining Burlington Housing Authority (BHA) in Burlington, VT to continue BHA’s success in promoting innovative solutions that address housing instability challenges facing our diverse population of lowincome families and individuals.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Leasing Coordinator:

Screens all applicants for program eligibility for HUD Multifamily & BHA owned properties. Gathers information for screening tenant’s suitability and lease ups. Works closely with the Property Managers, Rental Assistance department, and coordinates inspections for housing Choice vouchers. Pay $23.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Maintenance Technician:

Performs general maintenance work in BHA owned and managed properties. This includes building exteriors, common areas, apartments, building systems, fixtures, and grounds. Our Building Operations Techs are required to participate in the on-call rotation, which covers night and weekend emergencies. Pay $24.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Offender Re-entry Housing Specialist:

Provides support to men and women under the VT Department of Corrections supervision from prison back to living in Chittenden County. The ORHS focuses on high-risk men and women who are being released from jail and graduating transitional housing programs and in need of permanent housing. The ORHS provides intensive retention and eviction prevention services and works collaboratively with the Burlington Probation and Parole Office. Additionally, the ORHS works with various case workers, Re-Entry staff and the Administrative Staff from the VT Department of Corrections and the broad network of COSA staff, as necessary, throughout Chittenden County. Pay $25.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Permanent Supportive Housing Specialist:

Provides assistance to community members within Chittenden County who are without housing and have significant medical/mental health barriers to locating and securing housing in Burlington Housing Authority’s service area. Pay $25.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Property Manager Administrative Assistant

Serves as first point of contact for our customers in the Property Management office. This role greets applicants and the general public at the main office, collects rent payments, provides administrative support to the Leasing Specialist, the Property Managers, and the Director of Property Management. Pay $20.00 to $22.00 per hour.

For more info about these career opportunities, our robust benefit package, and to apply, please visit: jobs.appone.com/ burlingtonhousingauthority

Burlington Housing Authority Human Resources 65 Main Street, Suite 101 Burlington, VT 05401

To find more info about these career opportunities, please visit: burlingtonhousing.org.

BHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ATTENTION RECRUITERS:

When you work for the State of Vermont, you and your work matter. A career with the State puts you on a rich and rewarding professional path. You’ll find jobs in dozens of fields – not to mention an outstanding total compensation package.

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER I, II & III – MIDDLEBURY

Do you enjoy working outside? Appreciate Vermont farms? Want to help improve Vermont’s lakes & rivers? This job, based in Middlebury VT, will involve civil and environmental engineering and hydrology work for the design and construction of water quality infrastructure on farms. Key tasks include project management, survey work, design, and construction oversight. Apply today to make a lasting impact on Vermont’s landscape! For more information, contact Rob Achilles, rob.achilles@ Vermont.gov. Location: Middlebury. Department: Agriculture, Food & Markets Agency. Status: Full Time, Limited Service. Level I Job ID #52724 Hourly Rate $26.57 to $41.49. Level II Job ID #52740 Hourly Rate $28.16 to $44.04. Level III Job ID #52741 Hourly Rate $29.87 to $46.84. Application Deadline: July 13, 2025.

Business Manager

New Learning Journey is seeking a Business Manager at the Knoll Farm location.

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented business manager, a key leadership role responsible for managing the fiscal health of our $1.2 million dollar nonprofit organization dedicated to social justice.

Details and to apply use the QR Code:

LEAD COOK/ KITCHEN MANAGER

Small Established Restaurant with a pub-style family setting in Montgomery Center, VT. We have been a local favorite for over 50 years, serving great food. We are looking for a Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen, ensuring that our staple items are consistently prepared to the highest standards while also developing exciting specials.

This role requires someone who is a strong leader, organized and able to manage a small highvolume kitchen efficiently.

For full description and to apply: bit.ly/BelfryCOOK

Senior Civil/ Environmental Engineer

Civil & Water Resources Division

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000

The Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer is responsible for the planning and design of municipal water and wastewater projects, as well as representing AES to the public, and manage the Water Resource projects. This position reports directly to the Director of Civil/Environmental Engineering and will assist clients in planning efforts to support their water and wastewater infrastructure improvements, as well as developing the projects design schedules, and mentoring others. The Senior Engineer’s responsibilities include producing construction documents, performing engineering calculations, liaising with the project stakeholders, and assisting with bidding & construction management of completed designs. To be successful as a Senior Engineer, you should be able to perform tasks assigned by the Director of Civil/Environmental Engineering in an efficient and timely manner. An outstanding Project Engineer should be able to balance work on design projects, projects under construction, and guide the design staff to keep the water resource division running efficiently.

What you'll bring to AES:

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABETaccredited program.

• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience preferred but not required.

• Professional Engineering License preferred.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D 2020 is preferred.

• Knowledge of HydroCAD is a plus.

• Experience with permit applications to local boards and state agencies is a plus.

• Experience with field work & site observation services a plus. Send resumes to: sandrayoung-brady@aesnortheast.com

Marketing & Communications Associate

Use your storytelling skills to help small towns thrive. CommunityHeartandSoul.org

Are you a creative communicator who excels at connecting people through stories? Do you want your work to make a real difference in small cities and towns across the country? Community Heart & Soul® is a national nonprofit organization whose namesake program engages residents and local leaders to shape the future of their communities. We’re looking for a talented marketing professional to help expand our program to hundreds of new towns across the country.

In this role, you’ll create and manage campaigns, support webinars and events, develop content across a variety of platforms, and ensure brand consistency as we grow. Based in our Shelburne, VT office, your work will help fuel the momentum behind a program that’s already making a difference in over 130 communities nationwide. You are a great fit if you're an energetic digital marketer with a passion for content development (video, images, written) and you’re excited about building thriving communities.

Curious? Energized? Ready to make a difference? Join a dedicated team working to strengthen small towns across America—one story at a time. Apply now by submitting your cover letter and resume at: communityheartandsoul.org/careers

The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

Seven Days sales rep Michelle Brown is amazing! She’s extremely responsive, and I always feel so taken care of. I can only imagine how many job connections she has facilitated for local companies in the 20 years she has been doing this.”

ZELLER, Intervale Center, Burlington Get a quote when posting online. Contact Michelle Brown at 865-1020, ext. 121, michelle@sevendaysvt.com

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Facilities Manager

Performs some custodial maintenance duties. Needs to be able to lift 50 pounds. Snow removal of sidewalks with plow. Works in cooperation with school administration to address facility emergencies, needs, and regular maintenance, including the monitoring of a facility maintenance log.

For full job description, requirements and to apply: klafferty@materchristischool.net

Experienced Prep Cook

Got knife skills? And love carrots?

Graduate Nurse Residency Program

Build your skills – with support.

Kickstart your nursing career with the support you need at our not-for-profit, rural critical access hospital.

Apply for our Summer 2025 program on the Medical-Surgical Unit. Receive hands-on training with experienced preceptors, exposure to diverse patient populations, and education on essential nursing skills in a mentorship-driven atmosphere. Why NVRH? Collaborate with a dedicated team, gain valuable experience, and enjoy work-life balance in a welcoming rural community while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.

Requirements: Enthusiastic new graduates with a Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Nursing and eligibility for a Vermont or multi-state Compact RN license. Benefits Include: Competitive compensation, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more. About Us: Located in St. Johnsbury, Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital serves over 30,000 people in a picturesque, bustling community.

Apply Now! nvrh.org/careers.

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Our kitchen offers a variety of daily specials and grab-and-go items for the store. Open 7 days a week. Ideal candidates must have experience in a professional kitchen. Familiarity with a prep kitchen preferred. Exact schedule to be discussed, but ideally includes one weekend day. $18-$22/hr depending on experience and fit. Full time.

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Nurse Manager Full-time

THE STRAM CENTER is looking for an experienced and compassionate Full-time Nurse Manager to assist in leading our nursing team in providing high-quality patient care in our growing integrative medical practice. The Stram Center is a unique practice designed to support chronically ill patients in their journey to health. Our practice collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of medical doctors, naturopaths, and dieticians at our South Burlington location to provide individualized care plans for those undergoing treatment for chronic illness, general wellness, and supportive oncology care. The nursing team is the heart of the practice, integral to helping keep all the parts moving in synchrony, and we are looking to expand our team. The right individual would be a Licensed Registered Nurse and would need to have strong IV placement skills and the ability to adapt to a constantly evolving environment. Approximately 32 hours weekly are available now with potential for growth. Primary duties would be case management, IV administration, phlebotomy, and lab processing, as well as administrative tasks related to these such as, ordering and stocking supplies, medication refills, compiling quotes for patients, and supervising office staff. Looking for a nurse with managerial experience. IV experience also a must.

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount, 401K

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

Flexible schedule, Free parking

stramcenter.com

SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

Lead planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory with a focus on doing things right for our business, customers, and suppliers. Drive excellence, build strong teams, and ensure smooth operations.

As a senior leader, you will develop solid business processes, operating routines, and a culture that provides a differentiating level of service to Rhino’s customers. You will also work with a great team to build on and champion the company’s 40 years’ doing business a different way, leading to a stronger, more integrated support structure that ensures production has the information, materials and systems they need.

CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Strategic Leadership and Management

• Team Leadership and Development

• Production and Inventory Planning

• Procurement and Supplier Management

• Logistics and Distribution

Rhino welcomes applications from both first-time and experienced Supply Chain Directors with the desired qualifications.

Visit bit.ly/RhinoSupplyChain to apply and/or access a 4-page PDF describing this leadership opportunity.

Application guidance: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis for interviews this summer and a fall start date. Prospective applicants seeking additional insights before applying may contact our executive search partner at bethgilpin.com

The One-Night Stand: A Course in Bike-Care Basics

WED., JUL. 9 & WED., JUL. 16

OLD SPOKES HOME COMMUNITY WORKSHOP, BURLINGTON

Founding and Rise: The Story of Lime

WED., JUL. 9

HULA, BURLINGTON

Fellowship of the Wheel Women's Ride

THU., JUL. 10

BOLTON VALLEY RESORT

Cherry Street Social

THU., JUL. 10

HOTEL VERMONT, BURLINGTON

Thursday Dinners at the Farm

THU., JUL. 10 & THU., JUL. 17

367 MISSION FARM RD, KILLINGTON

Little Women: A Musical

JUL. 11-12 & 18-20

OFF CENTER FOR THE DRAMATIC ARTS, BURLINGTON

Butterfly and Bug Walk

SAT., JUL. 12

BIRDS OF VERMONT MUSEUM, HUNTINGTON

Do Good Fest 2025

SAT., JUL. 12

NATIONAL LIFE GROUP LAWN, MONTPELIER

Cirque de Fuego presents Summer 2025 Fire Theater!

SAT., JUL. 12

BROWN'S TRACE RD, JERICHO

Daylily Talk & Walk

SAT., JUL. 12

HORSFORD GARDENS AND NURSERY, CHARLOTTE

TUE., JUL. 15

151 MAIN ST, STOWE, VT

Northwood Gallery Speaker Series: Anna Yakubovskaya

Sushi & Onigiri Workshop featuring Chef Ariel Voorhees

WED., JUL. 16

RED POPPY CAKERY, WATERBURY

Forest Sit

THU., JUL. 17

BIRDS OF VERMONT MUSEUM, HUNTINGTON

'The Basics' Cake Decorating Class

THU., JUL. 17

RED POPPY CAKERY, WATERBURY

Vermont Brewers Festival 2025

THU., JUL. 17 & FRI., JUL. 18

WATERFRONT PARK, BURLINGTON

Fried Chicken & Pickin'

FRI., JUL. 18

MAPLE WIND FARM, RICHMOND

Westford Garden Tour

SAT., JUL. 19

WESTFORD COMMON HALL

Caimin Gilmore, Clarice Jensen and Lavinia Meijer present ‘BlackGate’

TUE., JUL. 22

THE PHOENIX GALLERY & MUSIC HALL, WATERBURY

Jerry Jam

THU., JUL. 24 & FRI., JUL. 25

759 MITCHELL RD, CONCORD

SAT., JUL. 26

TALTA LODGE, STOWE

Bloom Lab Perfumery Class & Spa Day

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CANCER

(JUN. 21-JUL. 22)

In Yoruba cosmology, ase is the sacred life force that animates the universe. It’s divine energy that can be harnessed by humans to make things happen, to speak and act with ardent intention so that words and deeds shape reality. I am pleased to report that you Cancerians are extra aligned with ase these days. Your words are not casual. Your actions are not mild or minor. You have the power to speak what you mean so robustly that it has an enhanced possibility to come into being. What you command with love and clarity will carry enduring potency.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): In the days before lighthouses, some coastal communities used “fire beacons” — elevated structures where people tended open flames to guide sailors. In the coming weeks, Aries, I invite you to be like both the keeper and the flame. People will be drawn to your brightness, warmth and persistence as they navigate through their haze and fog. And surprise! You may find your own way more clearly as you tend to others’ wayfinding. Don’t underestimate the value of your steady, luminous signal. For some travelers, your presence could be the difference between drifting and docking. So burn with purpose, please. Keep your gleam strong and visible.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): The ancestors of my American friend Arisa lived in Ukraine, Indonesia, the Choctaw nation and the Great

Lakes region. Her new husband Anselme is of Japanese, Italian and French descent. Their wedding was a celebration of multicultural influences. Guests delivered toasts in five languages. Their marriage vows borrowed texts from three religious traditions. The music included a gamelan ensemble, a band that played Ukrainian folk music, and a DJ spinning Choctaw and Navajo prayers set to Indian ragas. I bring this to your attention in the hope you will seek comparable cross-fertilization in the coming weeks. It’s an excellent time to weave richly diverse textures into your life.

GEMINI (May 21-Jun. 20): I predict a future when women will hold half of the leadership roles, when their income and time devoted to childcare will match men’s, when women’s orgasms are as common as men’s, and when most guys know that misogyny is perilous to their health. Until the bloom of that wonderful era, I invite Geminis of all genders to invoke your tender ingenuity as you strengthen female opportunities and power. In my view, this work is always crucial to your maximum spiritual and psychological health — but even more so than usual in the coming weeks. Boost the feminine in every way you can imagine.

LEO (Jul. 23-Aug. 22): In medieval bestiaries, unicorns were said to be fierce, wild creatures. They were very real but also hidden. Only people with pure hearts could see or commune with them. I suspect you now have the chance to glide into a potent “pure heart” phase, Leo. My fervent hope is that you will take this opportunity to cleanse yourself of irrelevancies and rededicate yourself to your deepest yearnings and most authentic selfexpressions. If you do, you just may encounter the equivalent of a unicorn.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sep. 22): Some Buddhist monks create mandalas on floors from colored sand. They work meticulously for days or weeks to build intricate, symmetrical masterpieces. Once their beautiful work is done, however, it typically doesn’t last long. The creators sweep it away either immediately or soon. The sand may be disposed of, perhaps poured into a river or stream. What’s the purpose of this

strange practice? Most importantly, it displays a reverence for the impermanence of all things — an appreciation for beauty but not an attachment to it. I recommend you consider taking a cue from the sand mandalas in the coming weeks. Is there anything you love that you should let go of? A creation you can allow to transform into a new shape? An act of sacred relinquishing?

LIBRA (Sep. 23-Oct. 22): Glassblowers shape molten sand with breath and fire, knowing the material can only be formed while it’s hot and glowing. If they wait too long, the stuff stiffens, turns brittle and resists change. But if they push too soon, it collapses into a misshapen blob. In this spirit, Libra, I urge you to recognize which parts of your life are now just the right temperature to be reshaped. Your timing must be impeccable. Where and when will you direct the flame of your willpower? Don’t wait until the opportunity cools. Art and magic will happen with just the right amount of heat applied at just the right moment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “I have often been racked by obsessive urges that plague me until I act them out.” So says my Scorpio friend Fatima, a conceptual artist. “Fortunately,” she continues, “I have finally retrained myself to focus on creative obsessions that fuel my art rather than on anxious, trivial obsessions that disorder my life. I’d be an offensive maniac if I couldn’t use my work as an outlet for my vehement fantasy life.” I recommend Fatima’s strategy to Scorpios most of the time but especially so in the coming days. Your imagination is even more cornucopian than usual. To harness its beautiful but unruly power, you must channel it into noble goals.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The Igbo people of Nigeria have a term: ogwugwu na-adị n’ulo. It means “the medicine is in the house.” It’s the belief that healing doesn’t necessarily come from afar. It may already be here, hidden among the familiar, waiting to be acknowledged or discovered. Dear Sagittarius, your natural instinct is to look outward and afar for answers and help. But in the coming weeks, you should look close to home. What unnoticed or underestimated thing might be

a cure or inspiration you’ve been overlooking? How can you find new uses for what you already have?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I invite you to celebrate the holiday known as Be Your Own Best Helper. How should you observe this potentially pivotal transformation in your relationship with yourself? Divest yourself of yearnings to have someone clean up after you and service your baseline necessities. Renounce any wishes you harbor for some special person to telepathically guess and attend to your every need. Vow that from now on, you will be an expert at taking excellent care of yourself. Do you dare to imagine what it might feel like to be your own best helper?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In the ancient practice of astronomy, the stars were considered “incorruptible.” Unlike the planets, their movements were unchanging, their lights stationary, their destinies steady and stable. We human beings are the opposite of all those descriptors, of course. There’s no use in hoping otherwise, because constancy just isn’t an option for us. The good news, Aquarius, is that you are now poised to thrive on these truths. The inevitability of change can and should be a treasured gift for you. You’re being offered chances to revise plans that do indeed need to be revised. You are being invited to let go of roles that don’t serve you. But what initially feels like a loss or sacrifice may actually be permission. Evolution is a tremendous privilege!

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): The axolotl is an amphibian that never outgrows its larval form. Unlike most creatures, it retains its youthful traits into adulthood. Amazingly, it can regenerate its limbs, its spinal cord and parts of its brain. Let’s make the axolotl your inspirational animal, Pisces. What part of your “youth” is worth keeping — not as immaturity but as righteous design? Where are you being asked not to evolve past a stage but to deepen within it? And what might be regenerated in you that seemed to have been lost? Your magic will come from being like an axolotl. Be strange. Be playful. Be ageless and original and irrepressible.

Animals behave like humans in the whimsical world of comic artist and illustrator Julianna Brazill. Her cartoons appear every other week in this newspaper and feature nature, cats and vignettes from her own life. Seven Days’ Eva Sollberger got a tour of Brazill’s Burlington studio and home in Winooski.

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Spiritual being having a human experience. Lighthearted. Love life’s adventures!

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SEEKING LAKE MONSTERS LOVER

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NATURE-LOVING FRUGALIST CREATIVE

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IF YOU LIKE PIÑA COLADAS

Middle-aged, dog-loving woman with a badass job, sharp humor and no patience for small talk. You: stable, kind, weird in the best way. Let’s laugh over dinner, maybe escape town (separate rooms!) and see what happens — no pressure, no script, just two grown-ups figuring out if this could be something worth exploring. vtpinacoladagirl 49, seeking: M

SEEKING AUTHENTIC CONNECTION

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DO YOU LIKE INNER STILLNESS?

Looking for someone with a similar lifestyle, not a tagalong. Someone desiring relationship as a life journey. I observe some who want to use another as escape or rescue from having a relationship with themselves, to avoid loneliness, to fit in, or just because it’s what they’ve always done. If that’s you, it’s not me you’re looking for.

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FINDING JOY AND LOVE

Opening my life and heart to experiencing the joy and love that exists in between the spaces of this troubled world. Looking for a partner for traveling to amazing places, communing with the forest fairies and mycelium networks, and playing in the water. Young at heart, embraces the wonders of this life, has compassion for the difficulties facing our planet and its inhabitants. Halfpint, 72, seeking: M, l

SMART FUNNY ROMANTIC

SEEKS SAME

Are you an optimist? Enjoy an active, engaged lifestyle? Downhill skier a plus. Romantic, fun-loving person seeking someone who loves music, traveling, hiking, biking, concerts and comedy. I’m living a full life, but if it can be enhanced with a partner, I’m up for that. If you think the cup is half empty, do not apply! apresski711 68, seeking: M, l

DRAMA-FREE!

Mom of two. One grown, one at home. Vermonter, born and raised. Water is my happy place, especially the ocean. I work part time. Divorced 17 years, single most of that. Ready to try again. Could you be the one? poeticbabs 55, seeking: M, l

WHY WE’RE HERE

Looking for friendship and joy. I’m a dogand cat-loving, independent, outdoorsy and indoorsy central Vermonter. I’m a busy volunteer. I love to hike, read, write, think, make things and help out. I am most comfortable with people who are confident, independent, liberal and very kind. Let’s go have some amazing adventures while we still have our marbles! FourSeasons 67, seeking: M, l

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LOW-KEY

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NICE, FUNNY, COOL

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SPONTANEOUS, ARTISTIC SOUTHERN GENTLEMAN.

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HAPPY, FUN-LOVING, ADVENTUROUS PHOTOGRAPHER

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RELAXED, REAL, A PERFECT IMPERFECTION

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INTELLIGENT BROWN BI-GUY BOTTOM

I am a married man who is looking for a guy friend. I am doing this with my wife’s knowledge. She wants me to be happy and not miss out on being Queer. We’re looking for an intelligent, kind person who is an enjoyer of bent-over brown guys, board games and movies. Are you the puzzle piece we’re looking for? BrownBiGuy, 47, seeking: M YOU IN? LET’S GO.

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ENDLESSLY CURIOUS ABOUT EVERYTHING

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THE NEXT ADVENTURE BEGINS....

Looking for a fellow adventurer/traveler to accompany me in the next phase of this journey called life. Retirement is not about slowing down, but speeding up! Time to do the things I love: hiking, skiing, paddling, traveling. Join me? Adventureforth 66, seeking: W, l

COMPANIONSHIP TO SHARE OUTDOOR FUN

When not working, I’m on a bike, snowboarding, in the woods or on the back deck. Seeking a companion to share my passions or theirs for a mutual spark of joy and excitement, not relationship baggage or pressures or even necessarily romantic expectations. If a spark lights something up, open to being warmed by that fire. Have a dog? Even better. Spence 49, seeking: W, l

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MUSICIAN/WRITER/DANCER SEEKS CONNECTION

I love writing, making music, dancing, being out in nature, understanding new things, stepping up, learning what other folks care about and trying to make a positive difference in the world. I’m an incorrigible optimist who predicts dire things, a gentle person with a steel core, an introverted social butterfly. Seeking creative, compassionate, joyful connection! Sylph 56, seeking: M, W, TM, TW, Q, NC, NBP, l

TRANS WOMAN LOOKING FOR NEW EXPERIENCES

Hello, trans woman looking for new experiences, sexually and as friends. Open-minded, bisexual but like women, trans women and shemales more than men. Want to try things and see what I like with clean, nice people. If a relationship or besties, our views would matter; otherwise, just being civil and not discussing our differences would be the way to make FWB work out. TransRebecca, 32 seeking: W, TW, l

NONBINARY PEOPLE seeking...

SEEKING COMMUNITY WITH MULTIGENERATIONAL LESBIANS Okay, here’s the deal. I’m trying to figure out how to build friendships with lesbians who are older than me. The dream: Lesbians of all experiences swapping stories, cracking jokes, maybe sipping beverages and learning from one another. Interested? Let’s do it! Does a group like this already exist somewhere in VT? Can I get in on it? LMK. ilovelesbians 30 seeking: W, TM, TW, Q, NC, NBP, Cp, Gp

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FRIENDLY OPEN-MINDED FUN COUPLE

We are a couple looking for another woman or couple to join us for a fun, mindblowing sexual time. We are a very sexual, fun couple who want to explore sexual fantasies and give someone else the joy, happiness and experience alongside us and fulfill their fantasies as well as ours. GoddessQueenofcuriosity1399 42, seeking: W, Cp, l

LET ME KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME

I tried to fool myself. / I’d just need time. / Nothing is working. / e distractions, the forced activities. / It’s just a waste. / We both said some things. / But the more time that goes by, the harder it is to deny. / I need you. / And you need me, too. / Broken pieces can be glued back together, made anew. / I still love you. When: Sunday, July 6, 2025. Where: Cambridge, VT. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916367

BURLINGTON PD, HEALTH CARE AND FIRE

Chalk art in the parking lot. I do art for me and ? Two police ofﬁcers treated me with dignity and respect when they didn’t have to. Ease up. Your police, your nurses and your EMTs. ey don’t do it for the money. ey do it even though they know the good they do will wash away in the rain. When: Monday, July 7, 2025. Where: Burlington ﬁre department. You: Nonbinary person. Me: Man. #916366

SAMANTHA GALLE’S ACHIEVEMENTS!

Congratulations on being awarded the Vermont Honor Scholarship and the Winooski Education Association Scholarship! Wow! I know you’ll make a wonderful teacher and will inspire many people. Remember to party while you’re in college: It’s good for the soul, and life goes by too quickly to spend it all working. oughts from your much older and moderately wise cousin. When: Saturday, July 5, 2025. Where: the Winooski Newsletter. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #916365

BRANDON BEVERAGE CENTER

I was grabbing lunch; you were headed kayaking. We exchanged small talk. I should’ve given you my number — I like kayaking, too. When: Friday, June 20, 2025. Where: Brandon. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916361

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CORNER PEARL AND NORTH WINOOSKI

You drove by me outside the OP 21 years ago and I’ve thought about you every day since. You had bleach-blond hair, sun-kissed skin, tattoos and a tank top. “I like your hair” spilled out of my clumsy mouth. You laughed with the most beautiful smile I have ever seen. For 21 years I’ve seen seven and 11 everywhere. When: ursday, July 11, 2024. Where: corner of Pearl and North Winooski. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916364

GUY GOING INTO KESTREL

You were walking in as I was walking out of the bank, and you had a great smile. I was the tall guy with mediumlength hair. Wish I had stopped to say hi or ask for your number but was on my way to an appointment. Would love to get Kestrel with you sometime or run into you again! When: Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Where: Kestrel, Bank St. You: Man. Me: Man. #916363

CHARMING LADY AT RITTERBUSH POND

How delightful it was to meet you by chance on the rock that day. Still has me smiling. I’m intrigued and possibly enchanted! I’d love to spend some time: swim, sun, walk, coffee, a glass of something somewhere? I do hope we meet again, sooner than later. Let’s do fun stuff! When: Friday, June 27, 2025. Where: Ritterbush Pond. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916362

SAID HI AT CAPITOL GROUNDS

I saw you sitting at a table at Capitol Grounds. I ordered and said hi to you. I’m writing to say that I regret not talking longer and introducing myself. I felt there was some kind of connection. I hope that you see this and that maybe we can meet up and talk further. When: Friday, June 27, 2025. Where: Capitol Grounds. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916360

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I’ve been hooking up with this guy for a couple of months — nothing serious; just having a little fun. e sex is great, but he does something I think is pretty weird: He leaves his glasses on. Should I bring it up or turn a blind eye?

FIVE SECONDS EXPIRED SHOW

We exchanged glances when I was just arriving. You seemed familiar. I was with friends. When I looked again, you were gone. Later, up front, were you the one who thanked me for guarding at the edge of the pit? Me: mock election shirt, boots, jeans, baseball cap. You: stunning. When: Saturday, June 21, 2025. Where: Higher Ground. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916359

77 RESIDENCES ROOFTOP TERRACE

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YOU SHOOK ME!

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BALLISTICALLY BEAUTIFUL, WORKING BARRE CONVENIENCE

You: tall and thin — incandescent, really. Great smile. You asked about my glasses. I am not prowling — too much of an age gap — but you are very striking. We only spoke for a moment, but I wanted to say you brightened a dark day. anks for reminding me there is joy in the moment, if you get out of your head. When: Saturday, June 21, 2025. Where: Champlain Farms, Barre. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916353

I can’t ﬁnd any data about the percentage of bespectacled people who keep their glasses on during sex, but people wear glasses for a reason. I assume that your guy keeps them on to see what he’s doing. It would really stink if you asked him to take them off and the quality of your sexy times went right out the window. Something to keep in mind! When a person wears glasses all the time, they practically become a facial feature. He may like the way he looks in them or simply forget that he’s wearing them. As a very nearsighted person, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve searched for my glasses only to realize they were already on my face.

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FRONT SEAT FOLLOWER, HAIR WOOER

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CHAOS & KINDNESS REDHEAD

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CUTE GIRL ON THE BENCH

You and your friend sat on the bench next to me at the lake in Burlington. You had a nice smile and braids. At sunset, you mentioned Zach B., so we talked about him for a bit. After, I got up and walked away but should’ve asked for your number. We shared glances as I walked away. A missed connection. When: Sunday, June 15, 2025. Where: Waterfront Park, Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916348

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To the beautiful associate wearing blue eyeshadow and a radiant smile — thank you for the birthday magic! You made my daughter’s day. Now she wants to work at TJ’s just like you! When: ursday, June 19, 2025. Where: Trader Joe’s. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #916352

GREEN EYES AND GUMMY WORMS

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SWITCH GLITCH

It’s time to switch roles. / No more playing in the clouds / part of getting it right is / getting over your fear to start / You know how to reach me, / if you feel it didn’t work, / you should try again. / if you haven’t tried yet / you’re really missing out. When: Saturday, June 14, 2025. Where: the vehicle. You: Gender nonconformist. Me: Woman. #916346

INTERMEZZO

We happened to sit next to each other at a violin recital; the more we spoke, the more I was intrigued. When I saw you again at the Monteverdi Vespers you were busy with friends; I thought you didn’t see me. But then, just before the intermission ended, you turned around, found me, and smiled. I’m ready when you are. When: Sunday, May 4, 2025. Where: Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916345

GAS STATION BADDIE

Your amazing body caught my eye when I first walked into the store. You were looking through the different aisles, and I let you pass through. We each gave the other a smirk, and exchanged words briefly. You looked amazing, and I couldn’t take my eyes off of you. P.S.: I think your glasses are sexy. When: Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Where: Maplefields in Plainfield. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916344 naked out sex.

If you want to avoid a discussion, you could try wordlessly removing his glasses in a sexy manner as a sort of foreplay. But since the two of you have been rolling around naked together, talking about glasses shouldn’t be a big stretch. It’d be a bit rude to call out his behavior as weird, so perhaps you could broach the subject by saying you’re worried about breaking his specs in the heat of the moment.

When something bugs you, it’s usually best to get it out in the open — but you need to keep the big picture in focus. I’d ﬁle this problem in the same category as being bothered by a partner who wears socks during sex. Sure, it might seem a little weird, but if everything else is great, why let an accessory spoil the fun?

Good luck and God bless, The Rev end

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