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A Light Has Gone Out Energy efficiency advocate Blair Hamilton, cofounder of the Vermont Energy Investment Corporation, died last Friday after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 61. When Hamilton and his life partner Beth Sachs founded VEIC in 1986, they were alternative-energy pioneers. Today, the Burlington-based private nonprofit employs 200 people and operates satellite offices in Ohio, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. Hamilton and Sachs were also instrumental in the creation of Efficiency Vermont, the state’s first energy-efficiency “utility.” VEIC operates that program for the state. Seven Days staff writer Andy Bromage noted Hamilton’s passing in a blog post on Blurt, the Seven Days staff blog. Bromage spoke with VEIC executive director Scott Johnstone, who praised Hamilton’s foresight. “The idea of starting a company in 1986 that would focus on lowering the economic and environmental costs of energy was pretty monumental to consider,” Johnstone told Bromage. “There just [weren’t] a whole lot of people who wanted to pay for that, or see that happen at the time.”
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RIDERS ON THE STORM CCTA drivers are threatening to strike because they don’t like their new contract. Inexplicably, their union does. And bus travel was just starting to catch on.
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A Burlington man charged with multiple sex crimes had 72 encounters with police from 2005 to 2011. Chief Schirling says some perps do that in a month.
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“DUI Chemists Blow the Whistle on Vermont’s Breath-Testing Program” by Andy Bromage. Two chemists charge a lab technician at the state’s DUI testing lab with unethical behavior. Can DUI tests be trusted?
2. “Infographic: Where Do Your Vermont Income Tax Dollars Go?” by Andy Bromage and Celia Hazard. This infographic explains how the state spends your income taxes. 3. “Green Ink” by Corin Hirsch. How Charlotte’s EatingWell went from a small quarterly magazine to an online media empire, one recipe at a time. 4. “Who Pays for Health Care?” by Kevin J. Kelley. Vermont business owners debate whether single-payer health care will help or hurt the bottom line. 5. “Fair Game: You Can Take It to the Bank” by Shay Totten. Vermont’s pension funds lost about one-third of their value during the economic collapse. So why are public employees, not Wall Street bankers, feeling the heat?
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Thanks for the Gas and Oil review in Seven Days [Album Review: Live in Jonesville, March 30]. Here’s a quick update: Gas and Oil are out of Swanton, not Milton. The drummer’s name is Rick Lincoln, and Bear Mallette is on bass. The piece said Bob Parker was “sitting in a Subaru listening to the Cancer Bats,” when actually he was in his Jeep Patriot. Thanks again from the crew at Gas and Oil. Paul Allison BOLTON
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[Re: “WTF: What’s the Deal With Burlington’s Midtown Motel?” March 16]: I, too, stayed at the downtown “Motel Yuck” on my second-ever visit to Burlington in the mid-’90s. Both my first
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visit in 1989 as well as this second visit were short business trips, and both occurred in either the mud or stick seasons — can’t remember which. The days were cloudy and dark, the city looking dirty and bleak with loads of rickety-looking wooden houses. Amazingly, I didn’t even know you could see the lake, nor did anyone tell me to look for it! The Midtown Motel served not only as a cheap and convenient place to stay, but also as a chamber-of-commerce nightmare that locked in my feeling that Burlington was no place I’d ever want to visit unless I had to. The city certainly didn’t make it to the top of the list when my wife and I were looking for a nice place to relocate, back in 1999.
CORRECTION:
In last week’s “Side Dishes,” Alice Levitt announced that Ignacio Ruiz — former owner of the nowshuttered River Run restaurant in Plainfield— was opening a tapas place in Montpelier where the Black Door Bar and Bistro once was. Levitt reported what Ruiz told her: that the Black Door’s former owner, Phil Gentile, would serve as manager of the new place. However, Gentile says he never made a commitment to manage the restaurant.
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So, here’s my point: For the past several years, I believe that that giant “Motel” sign has been doing a disservice to Burlington. It’s closed, probably uninhabitable, so how about some city office asking owners Jeff Nick and Dan Morrissey to do the right thing and at least remove the signage from the building? It’s both an eyesore as well as awfully confusing, I’m sure, to plenty of folks who see the sign, believe it’s still in business, and perhaps try to look it up to book a room or recommend it to friends. Oh, and by the way, my wife and I moved to Burlington in 2000, and since then have spent the happiest years of our lives in this wonderful town! Gregory Epler wood burlingTOn
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I think the motel and adjacent parking lot would be the perfect place for the new bus station [“WTF: What’s the Deal With Burlington’s Midtown Motel?” March 16]. It’s centrally located and flat — perfect for wheelchairs, older residents, strollers, etc. They could put the busses down below and the terminal and visitor info center above. Diane wester richmOnd
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Kevin Kelley’s piece on health care financing [“Who Pays for Health Care?” April 6] neglected two disturbing outcomes from the choice of a payroll tax. First, those lucky few who don’t work and live on unearned income (interest, dividends and capital gains) would pay nothing for their health care. According to the tax department, there were 308 filers under 65 who reported income of more than $1 million in 2007 (before the recession). Some may have a combination of wages and unearned income, but for others, it is only the latter. The only way for these folks to participate in the financing of the system is with an income tax. Second, by excluding unearned income, the rates would be higher than necessary. Using a payroll tax means we would be exempting almost $3 billion from taxation for the health care system. This makes no sense at all.
But it also calls attention annually to matters of vital concern to Vermonters and the two-legged, four-legged and winged creatures for which we are all companions and stewards. I particularly appreciated Ken Picard’s efforts to focus attention on proposed legislation governing puppy-mill-type operations in the Green Mountain State [“Allegations of Animal Abuse Breed Proposed Legislation in Vermont,” March 23]. And H.229, which would make it illegal for anyone who is not a licensed veterinarian to debark, tail dock or perform a surgical birth on a dog without anesthesia, also merits serious consideration. As the newly named president and CEO of the Humane Society of Chittenden County, I look forward to working with community collaborators like Seven Days and its readers to foster responsible pet ownership and the humane treatment of companion animals in our community.
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Endangered-planet topics come up pretty frequently in
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t’s not all doom and gloom under the Golden Dome — at least not to some Vermont Abenaki. In the midst of rallies against budget cuts, health care hand wringing and high schoolstyle antics in the Vermont legislature, the Senate last week granted state recognition to two Vermont-based Native American tribes within the Abenaki 16t-VidoeSync031611.indd 1 3/14/11 11:41 AM spring fabrics Nation. The Elnu, from southern Vermont, now arriving... and Nulhegan, from the Northeast Kingdom, are the first tribes in Vermont stop in & get inspired! history to receive official recognition from the legislature. Gov. PETER SHUMLIN is expected to sign the bill in a public ceremony within the next two weeks. “We proved who we are,” said Nulhegan chief DONALD STEVENS. “We don’t need to prove who we are anymore. Going forward, I hope this is a time for the nation to heal.” Vermont’s Abenaki were granted recognition in 1976 when Gov. TOM SALMON issued an executive order. But that recognition was fleeting. In 1977, Salmon’s successor — Gov. RICHARD SNELLING — reFACTORY OUTLETS 16t-nido041311.indd 1 4/11/11 12:24 PM scinded the order. essex shoppes & cinema The Abenaki’s identity effort was renewed in 1993 when then-senator JULIUS CANNS, whose ancestors were white, African American and Cherokee, introduced a recognition bill — the first of many during his Senate career. It never passed. At least one more tribe could be official next session: the Koasek. A fourth tribe, the Missisquoi, has petitioned the state, but its application is awaiting approval by the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs (VCNAA). Divisions run deep among Native Americans in Vermont and, in some cases, the recognition process has exacerbated them. Abenaki First Nation — a rival group that has tribal members in Vermont, New York and Québec — has openly challenged the genealogy of the Vermont tribes and called into question the validity of the VCNAA process. Inspirations A three-scholar panel reviews each ARTS & CRAFTS tribe’s recognition application before Inspirations the VCNAA votes. ARTS & CRAFTS Two of those scholars — DAVID LACY, a forest archaeologist with the U.S. Fish Inspirations and Wildlife Service, and DAVE SKINAS, & The ARTS eARTS ssex shoppes & Cinema, & CRAFTS CRAFTS 21 essex Way, essex JunCTion, VT 05452 an archaeologist with the U.S. Natural LoCaTed aT The inTerseCTion of VT-289 & rT-15 Resources Conservation Service — were 802.878.2851 | WWW.essexshoppes.Com criticized for using federal letterhead to
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submit their personal opinions on the tribal petitions. Lacy weighed in positively on both the Elnu and Nulhegan applications; Skinas approved of the Nulhegan’s bid. Both resubmitted their reports on plain paper, and neither can take part in future application reviews. According to the VCNAA’s minutes, the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs played a role in the scholars’ troubles, though it’s unclear how BIA became involved. Bureau officials didn’t return calls to “Fair Game” by press time. DENISE WATSO of Abenaki First Nation wouldn’t say if her group was considering legal action to prevent the two Vermont tribes from official recognition. “We are keeping our options open,” Watso said.
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Sen. VINCE ILLUZZI (R-Essex/Orleans) said opponents are unlikely to overturn the law in light of the VCNAA process and unanimous approval by both the House and Senate. “What we hope is that it will generate a new sense of community for these tribes, which have essentially been denied their identity for generations,” said Illuzzi. Rep. KESHA RAM (D-Burlington) said the House did its best to follow the procedures laid out in the law. She worked last session to establish the criteria. That doesn’t mean it won’t be challenged, she noted. “In many states, these issues have often not been settled in the legislature but in the courts,” Ram said. Is the newfound recognition likely to be embraced by all Native Americans in Vermont? “Vermont has made a statement,” said LUKE WILLARD, chairman of the VCNAA. “It’s momentous, it’s historic. The identities and the civil human rights of many Vermonters have been confirmed, and there’s a lot of people celebrating right now.”
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Legislative leaders may have to return to Montpelier this fall if Congress makes drastic cuts to federal spending in the FY12 budget. The federal budget year begins October 1, while the state budget begins July 1. That means Vermont’s FY12 budget will already be three months along when the fed budget year begins. The House set aside $3.6 million in its proposed FY12 budget to prepare some of those federal cuts, which could decimate state community-action agencies that run food shelves and other assistance programs. Low-income heating help and food for low-income women and children are also on the chopping block. House Speaker SHAP SMITH (D-Montpelier) tells “Fair Game” that Montpelier could respond to additional cuts in several ways: scream about them, ignore them or forget about seeking reelection. No, seriously: FY12 budget changes could be made by either the five-member Emergency Board, the 10-member Joint Fiscal Committee or a full-on special legislative session in the fall. The last option would occur only if the cuts were deep enough to require input from all 180 lawmakers. Or, Speaker Smith noted, if the state needed to raise revenue — an option he is not ruling out in the event the federal cuts are even larger than anticipated. “The challenge that we face right now, quite frankly, is that we don’t quite know what’s coming at us,” said Smith. “To figure out how we’re going to solve a problem that we don’t know the size of and the scope of is pretty tricky.” If the recent government almostshutdown is any indication, federal lawmakers might not even have a budget by September 30. That could really add to the excitement of next year’s legislative session. Administration Secretary JEB SPAULDING says he hopes to better understand the potential impact of federal cuts on Vermonters within the next week to 10 days. For now, he says, the legislature should stay the course. “We need to pass a restrained budget this year as soon as we can and not raise any broad-based taxes,” said Spauding. But he said he agrees with Speaker Smith: “You can’t take any options off the table down the road.”
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Congress will vote this week on whether to ban all federal funding to Planned Parenthood. If it goes through, women who rely on Medicaid and Medicare as their primary insurance would be shit out of luck when it came to getting preventative medical care. Federal law already prohibits the use of taxpayer money to fund abortions. Now, Congress has determined that subsidized Pap smears are undermining the country’s fiscal health. Who knew lady parts were more expensive to maintain than a war in [insert name of Middle Eastern country here]. Vermont’s Congressional delegation plans to vote against the measure, but President Barack OBama has not said whether he’d veto the bill. If the bill passes, Planned Parenthood would likely shut down some, or all, of its 10 health clinics in Vermont. That would leave up to 21,000 women without health care services, according to Jill krOwinski, director of Vermont public policy for Planned Parenthood of Northern New England. “We are the only source of primary care for some low-income women in Vermont,” said Krowinski. “These funds they want to cut are all about preventative care, which we know is cost effective.” For every dollar spent on preventative care, said Krowinski, taxpayers save $4 down the road. In 2010, Planned Parenthood conducted 8000 cervical-cancer tests and 27,000 tests for sexually transmitted diseases, performed 9500 breast exams, and provided 16,000 women with contraceptives. Only 5 percent of their patients sought abortion services. “This Congress was elected on the platform of jobs and the economy and the deficit, but this attack on Planned Parenthood doesn’t really help the deficit or create jobs, and it’s all because of 5 percent of the services we provide,” said Krowinski. “It’s outrageous and infuriating.”
should stick to what they know — whatever that happens to be. Till, a Fletcher Allen doc who practices gynecology and obstetrics, asked his fellow docs important questions about health care reform: Did they like single payer? Would they leave the state if a single-payer system were enacted? Would they still be able to pay countryclub dues? OK, I made up that last one. Till posted his questions using the online king of polling: SurveyMonkey. Anyone with access to the link could take the survey, and they could take it more than once — something Till failed to note when he publicized the results. A couple of Till’s legislative colleagues — Reps. mike Fisher (D-Lincoln) and willem JeweTT (D-Ripton) — admitted to taking the survey. This upset Till, the GOP and other single-payer opponents who think House leaders were trying to doctor the results in their favor. In the end, Till’s “survey” found that docs were almost evenly split on the merits of single payer and less than a third of docs — mostly specialists — would consider leaving the state if a single-payer model was enacted. How many times did those specialists take the survey? No one knows. What amazes me is that Till was shocked to learn that people who can access a public, nonsecure online survey would, in fact, take the survey — even if they weren’t invited. Or, given the opportunity and a hot-button issue, that people would fill it out multiple times. Guess they don’t teach the finer points of online polling — or politics — in med school.
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in kilowatt hours, goes back into the regional power grid and is applied as a credit to the Antoses’ future electric bills. As part of a power-sharing agreement — called “group net metering” — those energy credits are split between the Antoses and their daughter and son-inlaw, who live “25 minutes by snowshoe” up the hill. “It’s awfully green,” observes John Antos, a retired schoolteacher with a gravelly voice. Last week, the Vermont House passed an energy bill designed to make it more
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red clapboard farmhouse is a 20-cell solar tracker that supplies the power for their hot-water heater, lights, electric stove and other appliances. On cloudy days, when the panels don’t generate enough energy to power the house, the Antoses supplement with electricity from the local utility, Vermont Electric Cooperative, just like most of their neighbors. But on bright, sunny days, the panels produce more than enough power for their home. That’s when the electric meter spins backward. The excess power, which is measured
attractive for Vermonters to produce their own power using net metering. If the legislation, H.56, becomes law, net-metered ratepayers like the Antoses would get even more value for the power their solar systems produce, further lowering their already minuscule electric bills. The energy bill was a big news story last week, but not because of anything to do with net metering. Rather, the legislation provoked fierce fighting — and an intervention by Gov. Peter Shumlin — over a proposed 55₵ monthly surcharge on electricity customers to fund the state’s Clean Energy Development Fund. The idea was shelved after Shumlin promised lawmakers he’d come up with “a better idea.” The rest of the bill sailed through with support not just from renewable-energy advocates and the companies that make wind and solar systems, but also from the utilities themselves. Utilities benefit from solar net metering because it reduces the amount of expensive power they are forced to purchase at peak times; solar panels are at their most productive on hot summer days when air conditioners are straining New England’s power grid and demand for power is highest. As passed by the House, the energy bill makes several important changes to the net-metering program. First and foremost, it obligates all Vermont utilities to pay net-metered customers a “solar adder” credit for each kilowatt hour of solar energy they produce. Right now, only one Vermont utility voluntarily offers such an incentive for solar power: Green Mountain Power
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Last week’s Seven Days carried a story about two state chemists who have dropped some bombshell allegations concerning Vermont’s breath-testing program. More than a year ago, Darcy Richardson and Amanda Bolduc complained to their bosses at the Vermont Department of Health Laboratory about a coworker they claim was inappropriately manipulating DataMaster DMT breath-test machines used by Vermont police agencies to arrest and prosecute drunk drivers. The state health department dismissed the chemists’ claims as “not substantiated” and produced a twopage summary report, dated July 29, 2010, that cleared laboratory technician Steven Harnois of any wrongdoing. Richardson resigned from the health lab last summer to become a private consultant, while Bolduc remains employed in the lab. The chemists’ statements were entered as evidence in a routine DUI case in Washington County Superior Court that’s being handled
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credits its customers 6₵ per kilowatt hour for solar energy they generate. Under the energy bill, each utility would pay a solar adder based on the price it pays for power. For Green Mountain Power, the solar adder would remain 6₵ per kilowatt hour. For Vermont Electric Cooperative, which pays more for its power, the solar adder would be closer to 2.5 ₵. In addition to that, the energy bill would let net-metered customers use kilowatt-hour credits to offset all fees on their monthly bills — not just energy usage, as is currently the case, but also minimum monthly fees, energy efficiency charges, etc. The legislation also increases the maximum allowable output of a net-metered power system, from 250 kilowatts to 500 kilowatts. A 250-kilowatt system could generate enough juice to power 45 typical homes. Lastly, utilities would handle the billing and administrative paperwork for group net-metering projects, where multiple households or businesses feed off one renewable-power system. Currently, members of group net-metered projects are responsible for tracking energy usage and splitting up kilowatt credits among themselves, a potentially confusing process. Randy Pratt, manager of programs and policy at the Vermont Electric Cooperative, warns that splitting up bills and energy credits would be “tricky” for utilities, especially if group energy systems are constantly dropping and adding new ratepayer members. But for renewable-power evangelists such as Benjamin Luce, group net
metering represents Vermont’s energy future. A Lyndon State College professor who once ran the renewable-energy program at Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, Luce envisions thousands of small “solar orchards” supplying a good chunk of the state’s energy needs. As the price of photovoltaic systems continues to drop, Luce predicts that Vermont will begin “inching our way toward that point.” Luce’s major complaint about H.56 is that it doesn’t go far enough. He argues that capping the size of net-metered projects at 500 kilowatts will curtail the growth of renewable-energy systems. Many states with netmetering programs have no such size restrictions, Luce notes. “Five hundred kilowatts is pretty darn small if you’re talking about the kinds of community projects that are now being planned for Vermont,” he says. “We’re looking at the megawatt scale, or multi-megawatt scale.” In Waitsfield, a citizen group called Mad River Valley Energy Network has its eye on a 20-acre piece of land for a solar orchard near Sugarbush. Gaelan Brown, a solar-power consultant from Fayston who used to work at groSolar in White River Junction, says Phase 1 of the
project will be a 150-kilowatt solar array — enough to power 30 homes — with subsequent phases adding more panels and more homes. Working with Green Mountain Power, Mad River Valley Energy Network can count on a 6₵ credit for every kilowatt hour it produces. On top of that, GMP offers an additional 13₵ per kilowatt hour for any excess electricity that gets fed back into the regional power grid. Customers can then use those earned credits to offset their utility bills during months when they use more electricity than the photovoltaic panels generate. If Green Mountain Power’s experience is any indication, the solar incentives could inspire more Vermonters to turn to the sun. GMP spokeswoman Dorothy Schnure credits her utility’s solar adder, plus other tax incentives, for a fivefold increase in the number of solar customers since January 2009 — from 66 netmetered customers then to 366 today. Every alternative-power project in Vermont has to be approved by the state’s Public Service Board. Since 1999, the PSB has green-lighted 1371 net-metered power projects, according to board clerk Susan Hudson. All but 154 of those are
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solar; the remainder are wind, wind-solar hybrids, biomass or methane-fueled “cow power.” Last summer, the state witnessed a huge surge in applications — almost triple the normal number — as ratepayers sought to take advantage of lucrative tax incentives for solar, Hudson says. Thanks in part to such incentives, the Antoses decided last fall to lease an AllSun Tracker solar system from Williston-based AllEarth Renewables. Like its name suggests, the freestanding solar tracker follows the sun throughout the day using GPS and a motor — and in doing so, produces 40 percent more energy than fixed rooftop panels. After investing $1000 up front, the Antoses pay $82 a month to lease the solar system; after five years, they’ll have the option to purchase it for a discounted price. The couple pays a minimum monthly charge of $16 to Vermont Electric Cooperative but hasn’t paid a dime for power since February. Their highest electricity bill — in deepest, darkest winter — was about $75. The Antoses and their kids aren’t currently saving a ton of money by producing their own power. H.56 would definitely improve things, though Luce predicts the solar adder is “a little bit too weak” a financial incentive to turn traditional electricity customers into power providers. But money is not the only thing motivating DIY guys like John Antos. He sees a bigger benefit in net metering. “If we are not using the grid,” says Antos, “it means they have to rely less on Vermont Yankee.” m
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In Montpelier, Borromeo will perform Fairouz’s 10minute “Lamentation and Satire,” a dark, stirring and eloquent piece for string quartet described by Kevra as “reflecting on the upsetting nature and cataclysmic events in the Middle East.” It’s important to note the two-part work was written in 2008, and is not a reaction to the mass demonstrations for democracy rocking parts of the region in recent weeks. 2008 was the same year Fairouz was given a citation from the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C., for outstanding achievement in artistry and scholarship. It is among many awards and accolades the young composer has garnered to date. The Western-trained Fairouz — he’s studied in London, Paris and the U.S. — is on the faculty of Northeastern University in Boston. He has also worked
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with Musicians for Harmony, a New York-based nonprofit founded after 9/11 whose mission is to “promote peace among nations” through music. Though many of his compositions are not threaded with particular meaning, Fairouz’s cross-cultural consciousness — which includes fluency in ancient artistic forms — gives him a unique and potent voice in the world of contemporary classical music. Fairouz will attend the capital-city performance and be available for a post-show Q&A. There should be plenty to talk about. But what about the Ludwig van, you may wonder? Yes, the concert also offers a pair of Beethoven pieces that Kevra calls “the meat and potatoes of string quartets” (B flat Major, Op. 18, no. 6 and F Major, Op. 135). “That makes everybody happy,” she adds. And as Kevra, 47, is a Grammy-nominated flutist — she studied under the late master Louis Moyse — it’s not surprising that the program will include pieces for her instrument. Kevra selected works that she calls “spicy” and
“sultry”: Argentinean composer Alberto Ginastera’s “Impresiones de la Puna” for flute and string quartet, and the Asian-influenced “Bergère Captive” and “Jade” by the French composer Pierre-Octave Ferroud. Kevra notes that it’s not easy to find chamber music that includes flute, much less works with “an overt Middle Eastern quality.” As her mother’s side of the family hailed from Cairo and Beirut, “I grew up strongly identified with that culture,” she says. “Especially food, but also the music.” That ancestry is something she has in common with Mohammed Fairouz. And, as it happens, he may just be the person to realize Kevra’s dream. She’s been looking for someone to write a particular Middle Eastern-themed work — including flute, of course — and her expectations of its sounds are explicit: “I want heart on sleeve, I want 1001 Arabian nights, I want the professional mourners who show up at funerals,” she enthuses. “And I want festivals and the market place.” When Kevra got in touch with Borromeo about a year ago concerning this week’s concert, “they asked if I’d include Fairouz,” she recalls. “I checked out his website and said, ‘This is the guy!’” Kevra has been in talks with Fairouz, but concedes there is first the issue of mustering funds for a commission. “At this point it’s not a done deal,” she says. But she sounds optimistic anyway: “Mohammed is drawn to song,” Kevra observes. “It’s another sort of synchronicity between us.” When the piece is composed, she’ll dedicate it to her mother, who died in December. As if running the 11-year-old Capital City Concerts, teaching private flute students and shuttling between Vermont and Boston for other work weren’t enough, Karen Kevra has taken on yet another role: “I’ve just been hired as the 2011 artistic director of Summer Music From Greensboro,” she reports, describing the Northeast Kingdom town as a “summer enclave of alums from Princeton University.” The seasonal series has been going on for 30 years, bringing chamber music concerts to a Greensboro church for five Tuesdays in July and August. No wonder the SMFG website calls Kevra an “impresario” with “a far-flung reputation.” And, with the Vermont Mozart Festival now history, she suggests, “there’s certainly room for other programs.” m
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When Mia Feroleto opened Green + Blue Gallery on Stowe’s Mountain Road last fall, it was with the fanfare of intrigue and great promise. Not only was she planning to exhibit national and Vermont artists in a variety of contemporary styles; Feroleto also proposed an ambitious plan to bring urban artists north à la the Fresh Air Fund. That is, to find studio spaces in private homes in which participating artists could work for a brief sojourn, giving their host patron a piece of art as payment. Then the gallery suddenly shut down in December, when the landlord decided to sell the building. The good news is, Feroleto has found new quarters for her gallery on South Main Street. Green + Blue welcomed visitors to the space last Friday with an opening for painters Philip “In Stereo” by Heidi Spector Inwood, from Britain, and Montréaler Heidi Spector, as well as Brooklyn-based photographer Julia Baum. And this time, Feroleto’s landlord is GristMill Builders, who renovated the Greek Revival building before she moved in. If that name sounds familiar, you might be a fan of HGTV’s Dream House — Gristmill oversaw construction of the highly publicized 2011 version in Stowe. Feroleto says the company also did the lavish woodwork for the spruce peak resort perForMinG arts center. Coincidentally, Feroleto is also the new development director for that arts center, which opened in December. “We’re planning a number of things that will include both the center and my gallery,” she says, rattling off some bigname visual and performing artists who cannot yet be revealed. One name she’s willing to put out there: Mad Hot Ballroom. Color yourself curious. And that Adopt an Artist dream? Feroleto says it’s on for Stowe this summer — and may be going international. “I’m trademarking it,” she says of the program, noting a possible connection with an extant European culturalexchange network. PAMElA POlSTON
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We’ve got lots of screenings and special film events coming up this month — including local appearances by the director of The Celluloid Closet and a veteran film editor with an amazing resume. “We’re scared; we’re in a strange situation,” says an interviewee in Bess O’Brien’s new film, “so we’re gonna seem kind of scary and strange.” Ask Us
Who We Are is a documentary that delves into the lives of Vermont’s foster children. Besides shining a light on the lives of these young people in oftenperilous transition, O’Brien profiles the families who take them in and the families who fight to get them back. O’Brien’s last film, Shout It Out, also told young Vermonters’ stories — but in dramatic format. Like Shout, which won an award from the National Education Association, Ask Us will have a state tour. Catch it in Burlington this weekend — or check the website for April and May screenings in towns from Newport down to Brattleboro. Long before the Oscar-winning Milk, there was the Oscar-winning The Times of Harvey Milk (1984), Rob Epstein’s groundbreaking documentary about the slain, openly gay politician. Epstein went on to make The Celluloid Closet — about the strange history of homosexuality in Hollywood — and Common Threads: Stories From the Quilt, among many other films. This Saturday, he comes to MiddleBury COllege to screen and discuss last year’s Howl, a dramatic retelling of the obscenity trial of Allen Ginsberg (James Franco). Epstein’s next film is Lovelace — about the 1970s porn star who turned against porn — but don’t ask him about Lindsay Lohan, who was recently fired from the role as Linda Lovelace in a completely From Ask Us Who We Are different movie. What do Days of Heaven, Miss Congeniality, Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, The Warriors, Top Gun and Gigli have in common? Billy Weber edited all of them. The Hollywood veteran also worked on Taxi Driver and has collaborated with cult director Terrence Malick since Badlands in 1973; their latest film together is the upcoming The Tree of Life, starring Brad Pitt and Sean Penn. An L.A. native, Weber worked his way up through the biz, and you can hear all about it when he comes to BruCe POsner’s Ciné Salon at Hanover’s HOwe liBrary on April 25. At a separate event the same day, Weber will discuss his first cutting job, on the cult horror film Messiah of Evil (1972), with celebrated local comic artist steve Bissette. The film series at l.a.C.e.’s new cultural space, readers & writers, kicks off this Wednesday with Chemerical, a documentary in which an American family is challenged to live chemical free. The Barre nonprofit will continue to show weekly films, mostly docs, following its Open Table Dinners. MARGOT HARRiSON ‘chEmEricAl: rEDEFiNiNg clEAN’ Wednesday, April 13, 7 p.m. at L.A.C.E., Barre. Free; RSVP required. info, 476-4276. ‘ASk US Who WE ArE’ Friday & Saturday, April 14-15, 7 p.m. at City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. $10; $5 for students. info, 592-3190. For more screenings, see kingdomcounty.com. ‘hoWl’ With rob EpStEiN Q&A Saturday, April 16, 3 & 8 p.m. at Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College. Free. info, 443-6433. middlebury.edu/arts ‘mESSiAh oF EVil’ (1972): brUNch iNtErViEW With billY WEbEr AND StEVE biSSEttE Monday, April 25, noon to 1:30 p.m. at the 6 South Street Hotel, Hanover, N.H. Free. ciNé SAloN: ‘cUtS iN timE: billY WEbEr, hollYWooD Film EDitor’ Monday, April 25, 7-9:45 p.m. at Howe Library, 13 South Street, Hanover, N.H. Free. info, 252-6786. howelibrary.org
Feedback « p.7 North Avenue Property? A Judge Will Decide,” March 9]. The idea put forward in your article that somehow what’s going on is a terribly unfortunate and wholly coincidental consequence of uncontrollable forces (an act of God?) is a very convenient one, but it amounts to the same thing in the end — the displacement of people who have no other place to go in service to the earthly interests of two institutions: one founded in the name of a man who repeatedly admonished his followers that caring for the powerless is a holy imperative; the other, formerly called the Vermont Institute for Community Involvement, founded around progressive ideals of civic responsibility and ethical education. How sweet the smell of moral relativism when it’s not Rudy Giuliani or some anonymous Evil Corporation involved in the ugly business of making life harder for people for whom life’s circumstances have made life hard enough. To consider the practical differences between “progressive” and “reactionary” in the operations of power, put yourself in the shoes of one of those 17 people, looking out at a society that on all sides seems to regard you as little more than a burden and an obstacle.
a laceration she accidentally sustained. At no point did Nancy behave inappropriately. The SBSD has a long, welldocumented history of falsely accusing her of doing so in efforts to restrict her access. The restrictions to which we are subjected are discriminatory, based on gross misrepresentation and first began after we learned of the abuse in 1998. In her letter, Debbie Safran suggested enrollment at a different school. “School choice” wouldn’t change who controls the program and is therefore not a fix. She wouldn’t know what other options we’ve explored. The article stated that South Burlington’s special-ed students “nei-
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“Classroom Divide” [March 30] and the letters to the editor published the following week [“Feedback,” April 6] highlight many of the difficult issues surrounding special-education services in our public schools. Specialeducation services are both costly and vital. I think it’s important to debate this issue in public, but this debate can only be constructive if all the facts are presented correctly. Jon Adler in his letter to the editor [“Greatest Good,” April 6] stated that the Burlington School District spent $10 million on an elevator for Edmunds Middle School. This is an incorrect number. The full cost of all construction at EMS this past summer was $1.3 million. That amount included pulling new electrical service to the entire Edmunds complex, upgrading the fire-alarm system, upgrading restrooms and adding the elevator. The direct cost of the elevator, which has many uses beyond special-education regulatory compliance, was approximately $500,000 — with $300,000 of that cost funded by American Recovery and Reinvestment Act money. To make the entire Edmunds Complex ADA compliant would cost the $10 million Mr. Adler referenced. If anyone has further concerns or questions regarding our capital spending, the Burlington School District is open to providing information regarding our projects and the decision making that went into their approval.
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Sincere thanks to Seven Days and Ken Picard for shedding light on some problems involving special education in South Burlington and for presenting a fair and balanced story [“Classroom Divide,” March 30]. I’m writing to provide several small corrections and clarifications. Mrs. Godek was not only Ashley’s case manager at the time of the abuse. She participated in and directed the restraints, which were not in response to a tantrum but to my 5-year-old child’s leaving her desk. It was not one restraint Nancy saw on the videotape but several, some of which lasted 40 minutes. We later learned our child had endured these restraints for at least three months. It’s saddening to learn through Erica Williams’ letter that children with special needs continue to be harmed in the SBSD. Special educator Donarae Cook implied in her letter that the SBHS is justified in restricting our access. In fact, restrictions were imposed shortly after Nancy visited school and found our daughter hysterical and hurt, with no one helping her. District officials were angered that Nancy insisted Ashley leave her workspace to see the nurse to treat
Jon Adler says “traveling a few more minutes to an equivalent school is not too much to ask” of “special-ed students” [“Feedback,” April 6]. You know, as if the children would be going to get a can of soda instead of an education. The social aspects of learning are tremendously important to all children, but for some children with special needs, it is paramount. Rather than acknowledge this, Mr. Adler would prefer that these children make friends from K-5 and then be shuttled off to make all new friends (for some, the most difficult task they will struggle with their entire lives) once they hit grade 6. Why not? According to Mr. Adler, they’re just dollar signs with backpacks and lunch boxes. Regardless, I suggest Mr. Adler educate himself about an issue before he rattles off another “simple” solution to a very complex issue. chris middings
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at four grand a pop, using worms he’d cultivated internally. (He says they’re sanitized before they’re shipped.) When the Food and Drug Administration went after him, Lawrence took it on the lam, although he can still be reached through his site. Meanwhile, he’s gotten coverage from ABC News, “Discover,” the UK paper the Observer and, of course, NPR. In case you’re tempted, I need to emphasize that Lawrence isn’t a doctor and has no research to prove his worms work. However — and here we get back to David Pritchard — it’s not out of the question that hookworms and their parasitic kin, collectively known as helminths, might offer some protection again asthma, allergies, inflammatory bowel disease and other immune disorders. While working in the tropics in the 1980s, Pritchard observed that hookworm sufferers rarely had such problems. He became a believer in the hygiene hypothesis, which holds that we in the developed world receive much less exposure to infectious agents than our ancestors did, so our immune systems don’t develop properly. As a result, they overreact to harmless stimuli, giving rise to what’s been described as an asthma epidemic, among other things. Epidemiological studies purport to show that allergies and asthma are less prevalent in rural societies than in cities,
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“They were ridiculous hours,” Wertlieb recalls. “Nobody listened, but I didn’t care. I loved it and knew I wanted to be in radio from then on.” After college, a commercial station on Martha’s Vineyard hired him; later, he moved to WBUR, Boston’s National Public Radio affiliate. There he worked as a producer, editor and occasional host of “Here & Now.” Wertlieb joined the VPR staff in the spring of 2003 and soon began dropping snippets of Dead tunes from his personal collection into the morning roster. “It was like dipping a toe into very cold water,” Wertlieb recalls. “NPR actually does some really good music, and I liked it, but I felt like it was an opportunity to put a little of my own personality into the show.” The choice of jam-heavy songs for those interludes — known in radiospeak as “music beds” — makes sense. As Wertlieb explains, shows such as “Morning Edition” need long instrumental passages over which an announcer can speak without the distraction of vocals. Wertlieb chose the Grateful Dead because he assumed there would be a receptive audience in Vermont. He was right. Today, he claims that nearly 90 percent of the email he receives about his musical picks is positive. In fact, many listeners seem to have an encyclopedic ear for the Dead’s vast archives. “This one guy sent me an email saying, ‘Did you just play “It’s a Sin” from Lexington, Ky., 1974?’” Wertlieb recalls. “‘Uh, yeah … You knew that from listening to 30 to 40 seconds of it?’ “The Grateful Dead are like licorice,” he adds, repeating a famous Garcia
quote: “Not everybody likes licorice, but the people who like licorice really like licorice.” The opposite also holds true. Wertlieb admits he occasionally hears from listeners who are less than wowed by his tiedye evocations. For their sake, Wertlieb tries to avoid airing clips that are too jarring or spacey. As he puts it, “I’m not going to pull out some feedback portion of ‘Dark Star’ and ruin somebody’s morning.” Wertlieb plays other artists, too, including Phish, John Scofield, Medeski Martin and Wood, and Guagua, a local band that describes its music as “psychotropical Latin jazz.” But the Dead are the most recognizable, he says, and thus attract the most praise or criticism. Wertlieb seems proud of the subtle cues he’s worked in over the years. For example, VPR once aired a story on a historic building that was going to be torn down. Wertlieb followed it with a live clip of the Dead’s “Samson and Delilah.” Although he didn’t air the vocals, the lyrics include the line, “If I had my way I would tear this old building down.” More recently, VPR ran a story about how a federal government shutdown might affect taxpayers in Vermont. Afterward, Wertlieb played an instrumental cover of the Beatles’ “Taxman” by the band Soulive. “Whether anyone picked up on that, I have no idea,” he says. “But I like to do that stuff as much as possible … I love music. It’s part of my life and keeps me more engaged in what I’m doing.” m
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“There’s no kohlrabi,” she quips. with Montpelier churches to grow While the White House vegetable produce for their own soup kitchens. garden predates Vermont’s Statehouse But the group’s big upcoming summer garden by a couple of months, the project is a 625-square-foot community APPLE Corps project is the first edible garden on the campus of National Life landscape to be installed on the lawn of Group’s Montpelier headquarters. any statehouse in modern times. It harks Last year, the Fortune 1000 company back to the victory gardens of World installed a garden to supply its cafeteWar II, when private citizens grew pro- ria, which is run by the New England duce in backyards, parks and vacant lots Culinary Institute. Buoyed by the sucto aid the war effort by relieving pres- cess of that initiative, National Life is sure on the public food supply. Shortly making more of its property available after Vermont’s Statehouse garden this year for gardening. was planted, other states, including In addition to the community garden California and Wisconsin, followed suit. run by APPLE Corps, 15 5-by-5-foot The success of the garden is un- plots will be available to employees for deniable. The crescent-shaped plots their personal use. National Life will have been lovingly tended by APPLE provide seeds and tools and offer workCorps’ growing legion of volunteers, shops led by Corps volunteers to get and visitors to the Statehouse lawn have the gardens established, says company admired the gardens without helping spokesperson Ann Zuccardy. themselves to the bounty. The only theft A large, corporate entity like National anyone can remember is a single pilfered Life and a grassroots gardening group cabbage, Scherer like APPLE says. Corps may seem While the like strange bedStatehouse fellows, but their garden was collaboration was APPLE Corps’ a “no-brainer,” first effort, it was insists Zuccardy. never meant to “We have the be its sole projspace and lots of ect, says Etnier. beautiful land, He and his fellow so why not?” she Transition Town says. “It’s a way organizers see to give back to growing your the community. own food, or at There will be a least buying food need for this as GlEN N SchErEr that was locally food prices go up produced, as a this summer.” hedge against Like that of escalating food costs and the uncertain- the Statehouse garden, the harvest from ties brought on by environmental and the National Life community garden economic decline. It’s part of a mission will go to the food pantry in Montpelier. that includes creating an energy plan Employees can help weed and water the for the future, enhancing homesteading garden on the clock, thanks to the comskills and developing sustainable living pany’s community service policy, which systems. Movements with similar goals, allows them to volunteer 40 hours a such as Burlington Permaculture, pro- year on company time. mote urban gardening around the state, True, a handful of public community but APPLE Corps’ Statehouse garden is gardens does not a Havana make. But unique — and highly visible. APPLE Corps members see their work “We’re living in a state that has as a step in the direction of food indetremendous agricultural potential, but pendence. We may not have thousands right now we’re importing 95 percent of of organopónicos growing fruits and the food we eat,” Etnier says. “We want vegetables for the entire state, but we to demonstrate ways to use more spaces can get there in time. to grow food, and also to inspire people “If our public land here was intento grow food more on their own.” sively, organically farmed, there’s no Building on what Etnier calls the reason why we couldn’t produce most of corps’ “small but symbolically signifi- our own food,” Scherer says. “It’s time cant achievement” with the Statehouse for this.”m garden, the group is broadening its reach. APPLE Corps plans on bolstering Got a comment? Contact Lauren Ober the Statehouse array by planting apples, at lauren@sevendaysvt.com. blueberries, elderberries and currants. More information: It’s finalizing permission for an orchard vermontstatehousegarden.org project in Hubbard Park and working
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an e-reader. But when I’m just reading, I want a book,’” she says. A dissenter from the Books Are Better chorus is Jim DeFilippi of Colchester. When he started using an e-reader, the retired high school teacher had doubts, he says, but “now that’s all I read. I’ve gotten completely used to it. A lot of traditional people will say, ‘No, I need the feel of a traditional book in my hands,’ but give them a week with a Kindle, and that’ll be all behind them.” DeFilippi does have his own motive for talking up e-readers, just as booksellers Illustration: Kim Scafuro
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love books. I still have the paperback of Wuthering Heights I bought in 1978 for 95 cents, though I can access its complete text on my iPhone. I remember the sights and smells of all my favorite bookstores and libraries, from Burlington to Boston to Berkeley to Paris. So, why am I considering buying an e-reader? Every day I’m confronted with the huge waste that paper books can represent. True, I’m in an unusual position: Publishers send books to newspapers gratis, unsolicited. As printing gets cheaper, each year seems to bring more review copies, many of which end up in leaning towers and bulging boxes. Where will they all go? I wondered the same thing years ago when I worked at a large bookstore chain. A customer would leave with a stack of 15 fat paperback romances and return a month later to sell them used. Books that didn’t sell at all went back to the publisher. Where would they go? Wouldn’t it be cleaner and greener just to download all those books in digital format? Yes, claims a 2009 study from Cleantech Group, covered by the New York Times in a blog post titled “Are E-Readers Greener Than Books?” Cleantech says its study “forecasts that e-readers purchased from 2009 to 2012 could prevent 5.3 billion kg of carbon dioxide in 2012, or 9.9 billion kg during the four-year time period.” But are e-readers the solution to a rising tide of books? Or do they spell the end of the book? To find out, I talked with local authors, bookstore owners, librarians, a publisher and an expert on e-waste. I heard from people who love e-readers and people who revile them. I learned that the new tech doesn’t have to put you in thrall to Amazon. I also learned that, if you want to assuage your eco-conscience with a shiny new iPad or Kindle, forget it. E-books cannot be ignored: Their overall sales increased by nearly 165 percent in 2010. Best-selling Vermont novelist Chris Bohjalian has seen the meteoric change firsthand. “Only about 3 percent of unit sales for my 2008 novel, Skeletons at the Feast, were digital, while easily 40 percent of unit sales for my most recent novel, 2010’s Secrets of Eden, have been digital,” he writes. But, if e-books are popular, they aren’t exactly beloved. Bohjalian notes, “As a culture we have a totemic connection with paper books that is a half millennium long.” Michael DeSanto, owner of Phoenix
have their motives for waxing poetic about print. A novelist who was published by HarperCollins in the ’90s, DeFilippi now heads a self-publishing collective called Brown Fedora Books and sells 10 volumes electronically through amazon. com and barnesandnoble.com. His latest, BUF, a novel “loosely based on a Vermont news story of the 1980s,” was finished on a Monday and online the following Wednesday, he says. DeFilippi isn’t getting rich off his e-books, which he sells for $2.99 each, but he is, he notes, pocketing the same amount per book ($2) that he did when HarperCollins was publishing him in $25 hardbacks. DeFilippi sees e-publishing as a revolution comparable to the advent of the printing press: “I think it’s the best thing that’s happened to writers in a long time,” he says. What do traditional publishers think of this shift? Margo Baldwin is president of Chelsea Green, based in White River Junction. She says about 5 percent of the eco-oriented publishing company’s net sales revenues currently come from e-books. But, says Baldwin, “there’s just a huge amount of change going on, and nobody in the business knows how it’s going to play out.” She believes “e-books will continue to grow and level off at some percentage of the business. They’re not going to displace printed books” — except “throwaway books,” she speculates. (Think of those romances.) Given her company’s focus on sustainability, Baldwin says, she can see the green side of e-readers. While Chelsea Green prints on recycled paper, that’s hardly standard industry practice. “There’s huge waste in the book-publishing industry,” Baldwin says. “To the degree to which ebooks remove the need for every last book to be a printed book, I think that’s a positive thing.” The darker side of digitizing books, Baldwin notes, is a devaluing similar to what’s happened in the music business. “Because Amazon has so discounted ebooks, in consumers’ minds, they think they shouldn’t have to pay more than that,” she says. “And a lot of them expect they should be paying the same price you would buy a song for on iTunes.” DeFilippi, for one, doesn’t pay a dime for e-books — because he gets them from the virtual shelves of the Green Mountain Library Consortium. The group of local libraries has purchased about 700
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Robin Ingenthron, owner of Good Point Recycling, agrees. His Middlebury company processes and recycles discarded electronics from all over the state, which means Ingenthron sees where gadgets like e-readers end up once they lose their under-the-Christmastree luster. He’s skeptical about the upbeat claims of the Cleantech environmental-impact study — which, he says, hasn’t “had any academic scrutiny.” When it comes to measuring the green value of e-readers, Ingenthron says, the key figure is the “volume that gets read through them. If you buy books, there’s a secondary market for books. But if you have an e-reader and you don’t read, the environmental cost is going to be enormous.” That’s because “hard-rock metal mining is by far the most horrible polluting activity by man on the planet.” Paper can’t compare, says Ingenthron, who used
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Jefferson salamander (top) and blue-spotted salamander during spring migration.
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here are no more welcome sights to a Vermonter’s eyes than the first signs of spring. Brave purple crocuses poke through the dusty ground, feisty robins stab the earth for plump worms, and pasty-white joggers break in their new running sneakers and clog the sidewalks. But one harbinger of the changing season is largely hidden — the annual amphibian migration. On early spring evenings when warmish rains fall and the temperatures stay above freezing, salamanders and frogs hit the trails, moving from the upland wooded areas that have served as their homes over the winter to the vernal breeding pools where they will mate and lay eggs. In other words, they’re on the move for some amphibian nookie. Judging by what these slimy little guys go through to get to the pools, it’s an epic booty call. Often their migration involves clambering over heaps of melting snow, steering clear of dive-bombing barred owls and dodging cars as they slink across busy roads. That’s a lot to deal with when you’re no bigger than a stick of gum. But,
thanks to herpetologist and University of Vermont adjunct professor Jim Andrews, they don’t have to go it alone. We can help the amphibs in their pursuit of some hot tail. Ten years ago, Andrews, who created the online Vermont Reptile & Amphibian Atlas, found an amphibian crossing area in Salisbury that was ripe with diversity. There were bluespotted, spotted, red-backed, fourtoed and Jefferson salamanders, not to mention wood, mink and northern leopard frogs, spring peepers, and Eastern newts, among others. All were making their way across the road to get their breeding on. “It’s a rite of spring, and everyone’s happy to get out,” Andrews says. The crossing provided a perfect public education opportunity — everyday folks could observe the migration, help with the monitoring, and, in the process, learn a little more about conservation and this uniquely northeastern
phenomenon. With Warren King of the Otter Creek Audubon Society, Andrews established two amphibian escort sites — one at the original crossing in Salisbury and one on North Street in New Haven. A third monitoring location on the Monkton-Vergennes Road is the site of a future amphibian underpass, thanks to a $150,000 federal highway improvement act. At the first two sites (the third is too traffic heavy), volunteers of all stripes — college students, partents and their children, wildlife enthusiasts — assist with three or four migration movements each spring. This year, one of those escorts was me. I can’t say I’ve ever given salamanders, newts or frogs much thought. If you asked me to elucidate the difference between an amphibian and a reptile, I can’t guarantee I’d nail the answer. But the idea of watching the little things hop and slither across the road piqued my interest. And the fact that I would be
helping them get some action — I’d be a wildlife wingman of sorts — made the prospect of amphibian escorting all the more attractive. On April 4, the first night of the migration, I headed down to New Haven with the official escort instructions, a multitude of flashlights and my friend Michael McDonald, a master’s candidate in natural resources at UVM. Michael knows everything about animals and had already participated in amphibian monitoring, so I figured he could serve as my human field guide. When we arrived at the North Street section to be monitored, Barb Otsuka, president of Otter Creek Audubon and coordinator of this escort, met us and gave us our marching orders. She explained what species we might see and how to identify them. Then she told us how to handle the creatures as we helped them across the road — gently and always with wet hands. Amphibians need to be moist, which is why they choose to make their move when it’s raining, or at least damp out. Otsuka handed us monitoring sheets so we could keep a tally of how many amphibs we saw during the nearly twohour escort period. Then, at 8:15 p.m., we were off. The goal was to walk up North Street (the crossing is nearly a mile long) and count how many of each species we saw. But the only illumination on the road came from headlamps and flashlights, and it was hard to see anything except what was immediately in front of us. Michael and I started our slow amble up the road, surveying the pavement with our flashlights and taking care not to tread on any critters. Immediately, my escorting partner-in-crime spotted a wood frog making a break for it near the yellow center line. After a few hops, the frog paused in the middle of the lane, clearly winded by the effort. Depending on the species, Andrews explained later, amphibians travel between 600 and 1000 feet during migration. When the weather conditions are conducive to travel, they wake from hibernation, shake off the duff under which they’ve been snoozing and get moving. But they’re cold and tired, plus they’re tiny, so walking a distance
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by squirting slime all over my palm. This is a defense mechanism, Andrews explained — the amphibian’s last-ditch effort at self-protection. I was only trying to help the little guy, and he gooped me. Jerk. As the evening progressed, more amphibians descended from the hills, and more volunteers filled the road. It became difficult to walk without crunching a salamander or a frog. In fact, a flashlight sweep of the road revealed a handful of smashed amphibs, victims not only of speeding cars — which seemed to take no notice of the dozens of people with glowing headlamps signaling them to slow down — but also of clumsy volunteers. In an email report on the evening, Andrews
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upbraided careless observers for driving up the mortality rate. Still, we didn’t do so badly. My group tallied more than 100 amphibians and helped them cross safely. In the process, we contributed to a rough survey of amphibians in Vermont. “Ideally, the hope is that those people who volunteer will start looking around for other places and report activity in those places,” Andrews said. For the next couple of weeks, if you see salamanders and frogs crossing a road, you’ll know why — because they’re getting some. Maybe stop and give them a hand. And if they leave it slimy, well, don’t take it personally. m
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About half an hour into the movement, amphibian activity started to heat up. Michael, an apparent salamander whisperer, spied a dozen fat, black-spotted salamanders in short succession; these are easy to identify by the prominent yellow dots that cover their bodies. At this point, I was merely watching Michael and other volunteers shepherd the amphibians across the road. But then I was asked if I wanted to ferry a minuscule spring peeper myself. I said yes, despite being somewhat squeamish when it comes to unpredictable wild creatures. Granted, handling a frog the size of a gumball is not as scary as, say, holding a cobra, but still. The spring peeper, identifiable by a small brown X on its back, was not all that into accepting a ride from a total stranger, which I can understand. I’m not sure I’d take a ride from me, either. I cupped my hand on the ground and encouraged him to hop into it. Like a truculent 2-year-old, he wouldn’t budge. I tried gingerly tapping his little bum, but he wasn’t having it. He tried to escape. When I finally got him in my wet mitt, the peeper protested his capture
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nce upon a time, the University of Vermont fielded one of the greatest college baseball teams in history. That’s especially impressive for a school that currently doesn’t even have a baseball program. From 1890 to 1893, the UVM baseball team was regarded as one of the finest in the country, racking up an astounding 129-57-4 record against college teams, semipro barnstorming squads and two National League clubs. Their dominance earned them the nickname the “Wonder Team.” In 1893, the UVM nine competed in, and nearly won, the baseball tournament at the Chicago World’s Fair. The tourney, organized by the Columbian National Inter-Collegiate Baseball Association, was a precursor to the current National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) baseball championship, the College World Series. It is believed to be the first major intercollegiate athletic tournament of its kind in any sport. In his new book, The Wonder Team in the White City: U.V.M. at the Intercollegiate Base Ball Tournament of 1893, Burlington author, lawyer and baseball historian Tom Simon digs into the unusual story of the Wonder Team. Using archival news clippings — often from UVM’s student newspaper, the Cynic — and letters and essays from players, fans and boosters, he reconstructs the team and its personalities. In doing so, Simon reveals not only a snapshot of a seminal era in baseball but the origins and importance of the sport in Vermont. Simon first discovered the Wonder Team while doing research for The Green Mountain Boys of Summer: Vermonters in the Major Leagues 1887-1993, a book he contributed to and edited. That book, released in 2000 and written with other members of the Vermont chapter of the Society for American Baseball Research — a chapter Simon founded after moving to the state in 1993 — profiled Vermontborn players who had made the major leagues. Several of them were Wonder Team alums.
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“I’d always been interested in learning more about that team, but, at the time, it was beyond the scope of that book,” Simon says, referring to Boys of Summer. Nearly 10 years — and two kids — later, Simon finally delved into the Wonder Team. Ironically, the timing of his research into UVM’s fabled club coincided with the school’s 2009 decision to cut both its varsity baseball and softball programs. Simon says he regrets not having had the chance to do his research sooner, and wonders whether pointing out baseball’s historical importance to the university might have helped win the program a stay of execution. “In the early days of their athletic program, it really was the sport,” he laments. Simon adds that several members of the team went on to become trustees of the school. “They would be turning over in their graves if they knew UVM had cut its baseball team,” he declares. Like many baseball fans, Simon inherited his passion for the game from his
father, who played college baseball and had a brief stint in the minor leagues. Simon played baseball growing up, but he was just as interested in the game’s history. When he was 12 years old, he read The Glory of Their Times: The Story of Baseball Told by the Men Who Played It. Lawrence S. Ritter’s vivid oral history of the game from the turn of the 20th century into the “Dead Ball Era” fascinated Simon and hooked him for life. “It grabbed me,” he says. Simon was also an avid baseball-card collector as a child in the 1970s. He recalls trading with a friend whose father collected tobacco cards — an early-1900s form of advertising that used baseball players’ images to market tobacco products. Simon would offer handfuls of then-commonplace cards — Mike Schmidt, Hank Aaron, Pete Rose — for one or two tobacco cards from 1908 or 1910. “It was like holding a piece of history,” he says of the tobacco cards. “It
got me more interested in baseball in the 1900s than in baseball in the 1970s.” Now Simon has created his own piece of baseball history that is likely to intrigue avid fans. And the book may surprise anyone who views the game in Vermont as an afterthought — which, considering the lack of a UVM squad and the uncertain future of the Single-A Vermont Lake Monsters, is an understandable misperception. So, how did UVM, a small school in a geographically disadvantageous location — both in terms of climate and distance from other schools at a time when traveling was more arduous — become a baseball powerhouse? They, um, pretty much cheated. Sort of. Fans tend to look on baseball’s earliest era as its halcyon days. Especially in light of contemporary steroid scandals that have tarnished the game, some believe the game used to be purer. It wasn’t.
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Simon discovered that UVM’s baseball team was almost certainly guilty of recruiting improprieties that would make Cam Newton’s dad blush. These unseemly activities, fueled by community boosters but never explicitly condemned by school officials, included signing nonamateur players, actively recruiting players from rival schools and enrolling players in academic programs for which they were clearly unqualified. To the last point, Simon recounts a letter written by a UVM player named E.N. Sanctuary. Among other candid, and rather comical, insinuations of shady dealings, Sanctuary cites then-UVM president Matthew Buckham, who was overheard to remark of star catcher and English major Larry Kinsella that “Kinsella’s English was very bad.” Sanctuary also not-so-subtly implied that financial incentives were given to several players. “One thing I’ve learned from my reading is that people haven’t changed that much,” says Simon, comparing UVM’s iffy practices to latter-day sports transgressions. He points out that college sports at the time had no real governing body — the NCAA wouldn’t exist for another 17 years — so UVM wasn’t technically breaking any rules. “But that stuff does make the story more interesting,” Simon adds. “It’s amazing how much continuity there is in the history of baseball,” he says. Simon cites the introduction of the American League’s still somewhat controversial designated-hitter rule in 1972 as an example. The idea had actually
been proposed in the early 1900s because of frustrations over the inability of pitchers to hit. “[Players have always done] anything to gain a competitive advantage,” he says. “Are the guys doing performanceenhancing drugs now that much different from the guys who were corking bats or scuffing baseballs?” Suspect recruiting aside, Simon’s history presents a unique look into the development of the Wonder Team and helps illustrate a truly unusual period of baseball history. The Wonder Team also offers a surprising lesson in karma. In the book’s climactic scene at the tournament in Chicago, UVM is undone by its arch-rival, Yale, and Yale’s center fielder, Harmon Sheldon Graves. Graves was a Burlington native who had transferred from UVM to Trinity College to play football when Vermont canceled its pigskin program. He also played summer baseball for UVM, but was a law student at Yale at the time of the tourney. Graves hit the game-winning triple that sent UVM home. Yale went on to defeat Amherst College and win the championship. “All these things that in the 21st century would be violations … come back to haunt UVM,” says Simon. “Because this guy from Burlington ends up getting the hit that knocks them out of the tournament.”
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he server silently and almost reverently sets down the dish, as if he knows how delectable it looks: Dollops of shimmering, rose-colored steak tartare nestle on fresh potato chips, garnished by shaved radish. Pimply cornichons and olive-green caper berries dot the plate. Sprinkled like fairy dust across the top are tiny green and red leaves — a filigree of radish, mustard and amaranth microgreens. Though minuscule, they have presence and beauty; they are the very essence of spring. I order the dish by chance while stopping for a quick snack at the Kitchen Table Bistro in Richmond. But the aesthetics of the plate that arrives from chef Steve Atkins’ kitchen are so startling that I have to admire it for a while before taking a single bite. Maybe it’s the appearance of über-fresh greens after so many months of snow. From the server, I learn that the dish and its microgreens have a backstory. Chef Atkins serves his tartare in a single mound until late March, when microgreens from the Intervale’s Half Pint Farm begin to arrive and he changes its composition. “They’re pristine and look like they just came out of the ground. They’re gorgeous,” gushes Atkins. His tone is typical of how some local cooks feel about these baby plants. Microgreens — the 1- to 2-inch shoots of mustard, arugula, cabbage or broccoli — have soared in popularity in recent years. Their leafy heads may be smaller than a fingernail, but every seedling packs a wallop of flavor. Some fans swear they’re also loaded with more vitamins than are their full-grown versions, but so far there’s little evidence that microgreens’ nutrients are any more concentrated. What they do offer is an early spring dose of carotenoids for sun-starved, winter-weary diners. Not many local farms grow microgreens, even though they can fetch up to five times more per pound than mature greens. Perhaps it’s because the tiny plants are finicky and can wilt under slight changes in temperature or humidity. They like to be misted at least twice a day, and harvesting them — with scissors — is fussy work. But Mara and Spencer
DEVELOPING A MICROGREEN THUMB For several days after I purchased a bag . of Half Pint Farm’s microgreens, I loaded them into wraps and on salads and used them as a garnish for soup. They made everything so zesty and fun to eat that I tried growing my own. I tracked down some seeds, a planting box and seed-propagating soil at Gardener’s Supply, which is just down the road from Half Pint. Though I purchased a kit, you can easily use any shallow, well-drained container. I soaked some mizuna seeds overnight, nestled them in moist soil and set the tray near a west-facing window. After two days, the pale, shaky stems
reared up as if in greeting. Their leaves looked pallid at first but gained color over the next few days. By day six, I had tangy greens just under an inch tall. It was a faster germination than anything I’d ever grown, with the exception of pea shoots. I wondered, though, if the soil was too moist: My microgreens’ flavor and vigor didn’t match that of the greens from Half Pint. I thought of Mara Welton’s words of wisdom (or warning): Microgreens are fussy. Like many a gardening adventure, this one may need a few go-rounds to perfect. — C . H.
Welton have taken the risk at Half Pint Farm. The couple have been growing microgreens since launching their farm nine years ago. Both self-described foodies, the Weltons vowed to raise unusual and flavorful varietals that chefs and other cooks would appreciate, including artichokes, cipollini onions, squash blossoms and heirloom tomatoes. “This was a niche that wasn’t tapped in Vermont,” says Mara Welton. “I thought, Chefs should be using microgreens!” On a recent weekday, I find Welton at Half Pint helping to raise a hoop house that collapsed during a winter storm. She leads me into the nearby greenhouse, where the air is sultry. Fans whir noisily, and on either side of a long central aisle, wooden tables hold trays of seedlings for the farms that share the land here. Near the back, several tables offer up row after row of microgreens. When Welton talks about the Lilliputian plants, she uses terms such as “beautiful” and “complex.” But she also calls them temperamental: Microgreens are difficult to grow en masse. They need a lot of light, low humidity and plenty of TLC. “But we’re the futzy farmers,” she says. “To me, it’s worth it to give people an incredible tasting experience.” The Weltons begin planning their growing season in February and open their greenhouse around St. Patrick’s Day. Once the seeds are planted in composted soil and properly watered and tended, dots of green become visible in two to three days. They fully mature in two to three weeks. It’s a quick cash crop, especially in early spring when not much else is growing. Half Pint’s first batch of microgreens is usually ready by the end of March, when Mara Welton cuts their stems with a pair of very sharp scissors. Today, she pulls a tuft of dark radish greens from their tray to demonstrate; a tangle of wee roots clench the almost black soil. “I’m always amazed by the aromas of each tray,” she says. In the beginning the Weltons planted broccoli and red cabbage seeds. Gradually, they began to experiment with spicy Asian mustards, radish greens and deep-pink amaranth, each of which
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Several nights this spring, RYAN SMITH, co-owner of Winooski’s MONKEY HOUSE, fell into bed at 4 a.m. But not because of raucous shows or late-night partying: He’d been out sugaring until 2 a.m. on the other side of the state. “You have to go when it’s happening,” says Smith of his family’s sugarbush in Vershire, about an hour-and-15-minute drive from his home in Winooski. He’s sharing the fruits of his labor closer to home:
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New England Culinary Institute food-and-beverage-management grad SARAH NATVIG and her husband returned to Vermont from Oregon three years ago. One night they hit Randolph, hoping to eat in a hip, locally focused restaurant in the farm-filled town. They couldn’t find one, Natvig recalls. Rather than writing off Randolph, Natvig persuaded fellow NECI alum EMILY WILKINS to leave a cushy chef job in San Juan and start a restaurant in the central Vermont town. BLACK KRIM TAVERN opened on March 23 with an open kitchen, a copper-and-slate bar and a romantic, dark-walled interior illuminated by tiny lights. The restaurant’s name comes from the Russian black krim tomato, an heirloom breed known for its black, crimson and green skin. Though tomato season is a ways off, the food, says Natvig, is “very much a perfect depiction of our lifestyle.” Much of the produce comes from Natvig’s husband Chip’s PEBBLE BROOK FARM in Brookfield. Beef and chicken are sourced from Randolph Center’s PARMELEE FARM. The restaurant offers a selection of “plates to share or not to share.” So far, says Natvig, the most popular have been the beef sliders, flanked by polenta instead of a bun, and the Thai-style crêpes filled with braised chicken, crimini mushrooms and bok choy. Most other menu options will vary: “Our whole concept changes on a daily basis going with the whole seasonality and what we feel like doing,” says Natvig. Dinner begins at 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Snacks, including $3 plates of deviled eggs or roasted roots with garlic aioli, are available starting at 3 p.m. To add to the “fun lounge environment” she and Wilkins have created, Natvig hopes to add live music to the recorded tunes the restaurant already plays.
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Village at Leddy Park Housing Project Purpose: To create affordable housing through the construction of a new building containing 59 residential rental units targeted to seniors. Estimated Neighborhood Stabilization Program funding: $300,000.00 Project Location: 1193 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05408 FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The City of Burlington has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental
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The Finding of No Significant Impact is based on the following: A review of the assessment of the potential impact of the project and consultation with state, regional and local government officials. There is no adverse impact on the physical or biological surroundings and it will not have a significant impact on the human environment. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this
The City of Burlington certifies to HUD that the City of Burlington and Office of the Mayor consent to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the City to use NSP Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will consider objections to their release of funds and the City of Burlington’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Burlington; (b) the City of Burlington has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFD Part 58; (c) the grant recipient has
committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Par 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and for NSP funds shall be addressed to HUD at: Robert D. Shumeyko, Program Manager, U.S. Department of HUD – Community Planning and Development, Thomas P. O’Neill, Jr. Federal Building, 10 Causeway Street, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02222-1092. Potential objectors should contact HUD at (617) 994-8376 to verify the actual last day of the objection period. No objection received after 15 days from the date of request for funds listed above will be considered. This material is available in alternate formats for persons with disabilities. Bob Kiss, Mayor City Hall Burlington, VT 05401 04/13/11 Invitation to Subcontract Bidders PROJECT: Thayer House Senior Housing - Phase 1 1197 North Avenue Burlington, VT 05401 OWNER: TSH Limited Partnership 412 Farrell Street South Burlington, VT 05403 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER: Wright & Morrissey, Inc. 99 Swift Street, Suite 100 South Burlington, VT 05403 Contact: Mike Bruso Phone: (802)863-4541 E-mail: mbruso@ wmorrissey.com
ARCHITECT: Scott & Partners Architects 20 Main Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 BID DATE & TIME: April 21st, 2011. All bids are due at the office of Wright & Morrissey, Inc. By 2:00 p.m. Wright & Morrissey, Inc. is seeking qualified subcontractor bids for all trades for the above referenced project. Women and minority owned businesses, small locally owned businesses and Section 3 businesses are strongly encouraged to apply. Contract Security in a form acceptable to the Construction Manager may be required. All potential bidders shall demonstrate the ability to provide such security. This project involves the new construction of a 33 unit, 3 story Senior Housing Building of approximately 33,000 square feet with an underground garage and associated site work. Work is scheduled to begin in May of 2011 with completion in the Spring of 2012. Contact Wright & Morrissey, Inc. for bid packages. Any bidding subcontractor without a prior working history with Wright & Morrissey, Inc. is asking to submit an AIA-305 Contractors Qualification Statement or equivalent references sufficient to indicate the bidding subcontractor is qualified to perform the work being bid. NOTICE OF SALE According to the terms and conditions of a Judgment Order, Decree of Foreclosure and Order of Public Sale in the matter of New England Federal Credit Union v. Nancy M. Aucoin and Any Tenants Residing at 507 Cilley Hill Road, Underhill, VT,
Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Unit, Civil Division, Docket No. S1437-10 Cnc, foreclosing a mortgage given by Nancy M. Aucoin to New England Federal Credit Union dated August 22, 2006 and recorded in Volume 155, Page 1 of the Underhill Land Records (the Mortgage), the real estate with an E-911 address of 507 Cilley Hill Road, Underhill, Vermont (the Property) will be sold at public auction at 10:00 a.m. on May 9, 2011 at the location of the Property. The Property to be sold is all and the same land and premises described in the Mortgage, and further described as follows: All and the same lands and premises conveyed by warranty deed of Fernand G. Comtois and Marie-Paule Comtois to Nancy M. Aucoin dated June 29, 2001 and recorded in Volume 105, Page 477 of the Underhill land records. The Property may be subject to easements, rights-of-way of record and other interests of record. Terms of Sale: The Property will be sold to the highest bidder, who will pay $10,000.00 at sale in cash, certified, treasurer’s or cashier’s check made payable to Kohn Rath Blackwood & Danon, LLP Client Trustee Account (or by wire transfer, if arrangements for wire transfer are made in advance, confirmation of wire transfer is available before commencement of sale and bidder pays additional fees required for wire transfer) and will pay the balance of the highest bid price within thirty (30) days of the issuance of an Order of Confirmation by the Vermont Superior Court. The successful bidder
sevendaysvt.com/classifieds will be required to sign a Purchase Agreement and attached Vermont Lead Law Real Estate Transaction Disclosures. Copies of the Agreement and Disclosures are available by calling the telephone number below. If the successful bidder fails to complete the purchase of the Property as required by the Purchase Agreement, the $10,000.00 deposit will be forfeited to Plaintiff. The Property is sold “AS IS” and the successful bidder is required to purchase the Property whether or not the Property is in compliance with local, state or federal land use laws, regulations or permits. Title to the Property will be conveyed without warranties by Order of Confirmation. This sale is exempt from federal lead based hazards disclosure. 24 CFR Section 35.82. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem
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Wendover Financial Services Corporation, Plaintiff v. Marion T. Blair and Occupants residing at H.C.R. Box 323, Huntington, Vermont, Defendants
Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or cashier’s check by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Huntington.
NOTICE OF SALE
The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.
By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Wendover Financial Services Corporation to Marion T. Blair dated April 14, 1993 and recorded in Volume 46, Page 465 of the Land Records of the Town of Huntington, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:45 A.M. on May 10, 2011, at H.C.R. Box 323, Huntington, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being two contiguous parcels of land more particularly described as follows: Parcel One Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Roy C. Blair (now deceased) and Marion T. Blair by Warranty Deed of Robert A. Lavallee and Gail P. Lavallee dated June 6, 1978 and recorded in Volume 28 at Page 440 of the Land Records of the Town of Huntington.
Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. DATED at South Burlington, Vermont this 11th day of April, 2011. Wendover Financial Services Corporation By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT Chittenden Unit CIVIL DIVISION Docket No. S 0485-10 Cnc PHH Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff v. Luke A. Wells , Nicole A. Delibac and Occupants residing at 142 Bonanza Park, Colchester, Vermont, Defendants
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Parcel Two Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Roy C. Blair (now deceased) and Marion T. Blair by Warranty Deed of James J. Rozon and STATE OF VERMONT Laura L. Rozon dated SUPERIOR COURT May 26, 1983 and Chittenden Unit recorded in Volume 31 at Page 161 of the CIVIL DIVISION Docket No. S0098-10 Land Records of the Town of Huntington. Cnc
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By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by PHH Mortgage Corporation to Luke A. Wells dated December 20, 2005 and recorded in Volume 517, Page 534 of the Land Records of the Town of Colchester, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 9:30 A.M. on May 10, 2011, at 142 Bonanza Park, Colchester, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Larry Joseph Bushey and Jessica Hill Bushey by Warranty Deed from Samuel R. Pierce, Jr., as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, for Commissioner of the Federal Housing Development dated June 12, 1985 and recorded in Volume 102, Page 216 of the Town of Colchester Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or cashier’s check by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Colchester. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. DATED at South
Burlington, Vermont this 11th day of April, 2011. PHH Mortgage Corporation By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT Chittenden Unit CIVIL DIVISION Docket No. S0653-10 Cnc Central Mortgage Company, Plaintiff v. Bradley S. Miller, Hillary Boucher, Applied Bankand Occupants residing at 1185 Porters Point Road, Colchester, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Central Mortgage Company to Bradley S. Miller dated March 11, 2008 and recorded in Volume 608, Page 7 of the Land Records of the Town of Colchester, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 9:00 A.M. on May 10, 2011, at 1185 Porters Point Road, Colchester, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Bradley S. Miller and Hillary Boucher dated March 14, 2008, and recorded in Volume 608, Page 5 of the Town of Colchester Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or cashier’s check by purchaser
at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Colchester. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. DATED at South Burlington, Vermont this 11th day of April, 2011. Central Mortgage Company By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT Chittenden Unit CIVIL DIVISION Docket No. S 1015-08 Cnc EverHome Mortgage Company, Plaintiff v. Gerald A. Bruno, Jr., E*Trade Bank, First Horizon Home Loan Corporation and Occupants residing at 76 Leeway Circle, St. George, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by EverHome Mortgage Company to Gerald A. Bruno, Jr. dated July 9, 2003 and recorded in Volume 25, Page 387 of the Land Records of the Town of St. George, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said
mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 8:00 A.M. on May 10, 2011, at 76 Leeway Circle, St. George, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being all and the same land and premise conveyed to Gerald A. Bruno, Jr., by Warranty Deed of Anne M. Felber and Michael A. Felber dated February 29, 2003 and of record at Book 24, page 440 of the Town of St. George Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or cashier’s check by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of St. George. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.
Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. DATED at South Burlington, Vermont this 11th day of April, 2011. EverHome Mortgage Company By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 The contents of storage unit(s) 01-03511 located at 28 Adams Dr, Williston, VT 05495, will be sold on the 28th of the month of April, 2011 to satisfy the debt of Graham Brinson. 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.
Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe &
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Essex CHIPS and Teen Center, a community coalition of youth and adults that creates and runs programs to promote healthy youth, seeks two summer camp counselors to assist with implementation of our science, engineering and technology summer camp for middle schoolers, ages 11-14. A SCIENCE or ENGINEERING background and/or experience with Lego Robotics kits is preferred, though not required. 40 hours/week — $12/hour. Weeks of: June 13 (paid training); June 20 - July 1 (Session 1); July 11- July 22 (Session 2).
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Energy Futures Group (EFG) of Hinesburg is seeking a senior analyst or consultant to join our thriving consulting practice. EFG works for environmental organizations, consumer advocates, government agencies and progressive utilities on the development of cutting-edge policies and programs to advance investments in energy efficiency.
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Our ideal candidate will have at least three years’ experience in the energy industry, preferably with energy efficiency policies and programs. We are most interested in individuals who are comfortable with technical issues; can persuasively communicate ideas; and are creative and bring a personal passion and commitment to their work. EFG pays competitive salaries and offers excellent benefits. Send resume and cover letter to info@energyfuturesgroup.com.
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Digital Prepress Technician
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Internet Sales & Service Specialist We’re searching for an Internet Sales and Service Specialist to join our call center team. This person will handle customer orders and resolve questions or problems arriving by e-mail, online chat or phone. Our ideal candidate will have previous service and sales experience; exceptional written communication skills; and must be comfortable with and have proven capacity for successful multi-tasking. Gardening experience is a plus! This is a regular, part-time (32 hours per week), Friday thru Monday position.
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Full-time Cook Natural Provisions is looking for a full-time cook to join our rapidly expanding kitchen operation. Experience with food preparation is necessary, and exceptional customer service must be provided at all times.
Join our 3rd-shift team! Lane Press, a highly respected, well-established Web-offset printer and multimedia service provider, is seeking a Digital Prepress Technician to join our 3rd-shift team. Specializing in serving the needs of regional, alumni, consumer and specialinterest publishers, we offer our customers a full range of services from page prep to distribution and digital publishing. Our Digital Prepress Technicians pre-check, edit and output customer-supplied files to produce digital proofs, ads and computer-to-plate (CTP) files. From pre-check through imposition and plating, our technicians are responsible for troubleshooting problematic files using a variety of software applications.
Our ideal candidate will be skilled in the operation of Apple and Windows operating systems as well as various processors and output devices. A solid working knowledge of programs such Ability to work independently as Quark Express and InDesign is desired. General knowledge and follow recipes a must. Experince with organic and allDeli Manager & Deli Assistantsof Adobe Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop and Prepress workflow natural products preferred, but systems such as Prinergy and Insite is strongly preferred. Excellent Gardener’s Supply is America’s leading catalog & webnotcooking required. Some evening and of ordering, MAnAger: experience, knowledge time management and organizational skills combined with the based gardening company and is 100% employee-owned!pricing, inventory weekend hours are as are required. management andnecessary, menu planning demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced team environment is reliable transportation. Interested? Please send your cover letter and resume are critical. AssistAnt: cooking experience is required. to Gardener’s Supply Company, 128 Intervale Road, Lane Press offers a competitive salary commensurate with Must be able to multitask in a Burlington, VT 05401 or to jobs@gardeners.com. Both positions need familiarity with naturalPlease and organic products. experience and ability along with a comprehensive benefit fast-paced environment. provide a current resume or CV package. Qualified applicants should respond with resume and Send or email resume references with at least threeand references to to: salary requirements to: Natural Provisions info@naturalprovisions.com.
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Do you have a clinical background or in-depth experience in a primary care setting? Are you a nurse looking for a change? BCBSVT has two full-time positions for RNs or people with strong clinical knowledge and a business background.
Seeking
Manager of Co-op Deli
• Strong fiscal, operational and people skills needed. • Successful experience leading and motivating a staff of 15. • Ability to model exceptional customer service. • Knowledge of natural, organic and local foods, food preparation and safety. Full-time position with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Send letter of interest and resume to Search Committee, Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op, 1 Washington St., Middlebury, VT 05753 or hr@middleburycoop.com.
Clinical Quality Improvement Activity Coordinator This position manages and implements a variety of clinical quality assurance and improvement activities including clinical quality improvement projects, medical record reviews, quality of care investigations and interventions, and accreditation / regulation compliance activities. A 4-year degree in business or health field required, RN, master's degree in health services research, public health or public administration preferred.
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Quality Improvement Project Manager The Quality Improvement Project Manager serves as liaison across department and division lines in driving meaningful HEDIS and CAHPS analysis and developing both clinical and service quality improvement projects. The incumbent works with medical directors and clinical colleagues to identify opportunities for improvement, serves as project lead in developing and implementing clinical quality improvement projects. The position requires excellent analytical skills, and the ability to analyze and digest complicated data for a variety of audiences. Master’s in public health or administration required, demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, strong computer skills including Excel, SAS or other statistical analysis tools. To learn more about these career opportunities and to apply online, visit us on our website at www.bcbsvt.com.
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Currently seeking season-long applicants (early May through October) for the following positions:
Teller—ParT Time
Baker Assistant Pastry Chef Recreation Director PM Line Cook Banquet Manager *Housing and meals included. Salary commensurate with experience. For more information, please visit www.basinharborjobs.com and apply online.
Pearl Street, Essex Jct. Branch Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. (26.25 hours)
Teller—ParT Time
Harvest Lane, Williston Branch Monday-Friday 3:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. One Saturday per month at Harvest Lane (20 hours/week)
Teller—Full Time
Shelburne Road, South Burlington Branch Monday-Thursday 8:15 a.m. - 5:15 p.m., Friday 8:15 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. One Saturday per month at Harvest Lane, Williston Branch (40 hours per week)
Basin Harbor Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are looking for an accountant to work out of our Stowe, Vermont, office location. As an accountant at PSMS you will perform the following functions: 3v-BasinHarbor-032311.indd • Reconcile G/L accounts and prepare monthly financial reports including the United States, Malaysia, India, and the United Kingdom • Review IETs for accuracy and create sales orders • Responsible for purchasing of all in-house inventory and contracted equipment on a timely basis • Reconcile multiple international and local checkbooks monthly • Liaison with international auditors with regards to annual audit Individuals with excellent accounting skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and outstanding time-management abilities will excel in this role. This position requires the understanding of desktop applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a demonstrated ability to use accounting software (Sage preferred). Other requirements for this position include: • Ability or work well independently or as part of a team • Demonstrated understanding of GAAP • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent job-related experience • One or two years of international accounting experience preferred If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an email with a resume to jobs@springermiller.com.
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New England Federal Credit Union, Vermont’s largest credit union with seven branch locations, is a growing organization committed to excellence in price, convenience, service and simplicity, and to sharing success. NEFCU offers a stable, supportive, high-standards work environment, where employees are treated as key stakeholders. Please visit our website – www.nefcu.com – to learn more about the great opportunities and benefits that exist at NEFCU.
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Opportunity available for full- and part-time teller positions. Qualified candidates must project a friendly and personable demeanor, have effective communication skills, be detailed and knowledgeable with computers and be accurate. Cash4:01:03 PM handling and customer-service experience required.
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Cathedral Square Corporation Cathedral Square Corporation, a nonprofit organization providing housing and services to seniors throughout Vermont, is seeking the following:
Maintenance Technician He/she will perform a wide range of maintenance duties to maintain properties (we own/manage 24 communities) for our residents including painting, apartment turnovers, HVAC, electrical and plumbing repairs, snow shoveling, and landscaping. The focus of this position will be interior and exterior painting and apartment turnover duties. Must possess a H.S. diploma and one year of experience in property maintenance. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and the ability to lift 60 lbs. CSC offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and a friendly working environment. Mail resume or application to CSC, HR, 412 Farrell St., Suite 100, So. Burlington, VT 05403, fax to 802-863-6661, or email to jobs@cathedralsquare.org. EOE
Apartment Cleaners/ Turnover Crew: Looking for hardworking, responsible individuals to staff our busy spring/summer season. Duties include cleaning appliances, bathrooms, lights and fans, washing windows and screens, shampooing carpets and ALL other facets of cleaning. Some work requires heavy lifting and being on a platform staging. Fast-paced team effort with high standards of cleanliness. Full-time temporary employment usually runs through October. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Energetic individuals should apply in person at 20 West Canal Street, Winooski.
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nativeenergy is seeking a full-time marketing
and sales associate.
The marketing and sales associate will report to the director of sales and marketing and be responsible for multiple activities associated with business development, the generation of new leads for the company’s sales team and sales. Limited administrative duties will also be required. This is an entry-level or junior position. Business development/lead generation: • Researching and analyzing industry data to provide insight into the direction and size of the carbon market, potential new product opportunities and sales channels, and potential new buyers. • Researching and analyzing web-based tools designed to assist in lead generation. • Assisting in the planning and implementation of company outreach to prospects, like webinars and attendance at industry conferences, and through the mail and social media. • Assisting in the improvement of web-based promotional materials and sales tools for business customers. Sales: • Developing, closing, and managing sales for the assistant manager’s own book of accounts. • Meeting an annual sales target. Sales will constitute 25% of the person’s time. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, and have demonstrated excellent performance in his or her previous experience. He or she will be well
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Director of financial aiD Clinton Community College, a member of the State University of New York, invites applicants for the position of Financial Aid Director. This position is responsible for coordination of all aspects of the college’s financial aid program. Qualifications include: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree, master’s preferred, in an appropriate field of business administration or finance. Experience in college financial aid work is required. Preferred characteristics include: knowledge and experience in the areas of laws and regulations (state and federal) involved with the disbursement of student financial aid, including direct lending. Outstanding writing and communication skills and demonstrated administrative and supervisory experience are expected. Must be able to articulate the mission of a community college and have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of student records. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to put in writing how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. Detailed information and application are available at www.clinton.edu/hr/jobs.aspx. EEO/AA
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organized and have solid quantitative and analytic skills. We are looking for a willing worker who gets things done, who can adapt to changing demands and who easily collaborates with others. This position provides an uncommon opportunity to work in a growing and vital industry, and to gain valuable marketing and sales experience. NativeEnergy has a relaxed work environment, but every individual is expected to perform at a high level.
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Maple Leaf Farm, an inpatient substance-abuse program, has the following positions open:
NativeEnergy is a leading provider of carbon offsets, renewable energy credits and carbon footprint consulting. We help businesses and individuals reduce their emissions and build strong, sustainable brands. Our services are employed by leaders in corporate social responsibility, including eBay, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Timberland, Ben & Jerry’s, NRDC, Stonyfield Farm, Esurance and National Geographic. With our distinctive Help Build™ carbon offsets, businesses and individuals can provide critical up-front funding for new carbon-reduction projects, including wind, farm methane, solar, biomass and landfill gas. Since our founding in 2000, our clients have helped build 49 projects across the U.S., avoiding more than 1.5 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions. We focus on projects that deliver strong environmental and social benefits, like wind farms that provide revenue to local schools and methane digesters that keep family farms in business. All NativeEnergy offsets are third-party validated and verified, and each project is screened to ensure that it truly needed our financial support to be developed. To learn more, visit www.nativeenergy.com. Email cover letter and resume to Kathy FitzGerald, Office Manager, at kathy.fitzgerald@nativeenergy.com.
Full-time Licensed
Clinical Social Worker and/or master’s-level
Mental Health Professional with a CADC/LADC. Duties include group and individual addictions counseling and case management as well as IOP group facilitation. Ideal candidate will have at least five years post-master’s experience providing substance abuse treatment to a diverse population of adults, excellent writing and group facilitation skills, and knowledge of short-term, cognitive behavioral treatment approaches with persons diagnosed with substance-use disorders and co-occurring mental-health disorders. Email cover letter and resumes to MichaelZ@mapleleaf.org, or mail to: Michael A. Zacharias, Ph.D. — Clinical Director, Maple Leaf Farm, 10 Maple Leaf Rd., Underhill, VT 05489
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FULL & PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE We are a locally owned grocery store and VT state liquor outlet located in the heart of Richmond Village. Community, family, and socially responsible objectives are very important to us. We are seeking highly motivated, friendly, and hardworking individuals who take pride in helping others and thrive on a job well done. The following positions are available:
Case Management Supervisor YOU may be the perfect fit to join the Central Vermont Council on Aging Team! We currently have a rare opening for a Case Management Supervisor, based out of our Barre office, to fill the vital role of guiding Case Management staff as they support elders and family caregivers in leading healthy, meaningful and dignified lives in their homes and communities.
EXPERIENCED MEAT CUTTER (Full-Time) EXPERIENCED PRODUCE ASSOCIATE (Full-Time) DELI CLERK (Part-Time) BACK DOOR RECEIVER (Approx. 30 hours)
Do you have a bachelor’s or master’s degree AND a minimum of three years of supervisory experience in the human services or aging fields? Have you done fieldwork with elders, people with disabilities or low–income individuals?
Flexible availability, excellent customer service skills, and willingness to be part of a team required!
Please email resume to: richmondmarket@rmbvt.com
Do you have a proven job coaching and quality management track record? • Are your Microsoft-based computer skills fine tuned, and are you interested in learning new database programs specific to the aging community? • Are you interested in travelling frequently within Washington, Lamoille and Orange counties? • Do you have experience working with grants management, budgets and government entities? • Are you interested in a competitive benefits package that includes health care coverage, paid time off and retirement contributions?
No phone calls please.
If these criteria fit your experience, please send cover letter and resume to Central Vermont Council on Aging/Attn: Betsy Erwin, Human Resources, 30 Washington St., Suite 1, Barre, VT 05641 or email to berwin@cvcoa.org. No resumes accepted after April 22, 2011. No walk-ins, please. ADA/EOE.
Richmond Market and Beverage 56 Railroad Street, PO Box 864 Richmond, VT 05477
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Strong culinary skills with breakfast experience a must to work in our busy kitchen. Successful candidate needs the ability to multitask, organize, communicate and work as part of a team. Full time, days and weekends. Salary commensurate with experience. Please apply!
Libby’s Diner
Line Cook
Akes' Den in Waitsfield is looking for an experienced line cook and dishwasher to join our fast-paced team. Pay is based upon experience. Send resume to zaxma@msn.com.
Summer Work
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Public Works Department
The City of 46 Highpoint Center (Exit 16 off I-89) Winooski is Colchester, VT 05446 looking to 802-655-0343 hire several “summer work” positions starting early to mid-May. Candidates must be 18 years 4t-Libbys-041311.indd 1 4/11/11 2:37:58 PMof age, hold a valid driver’s license, and be physically fit National Gardening Association and able to perform manual “Bringing People and Gardens Together” work assignments such as paving, carpentry, concrete, Our 35-year-old organization is dedicated to promoting home gardening lawn maintenance, tree trimand garden-based learning in schools and communities nationwide. ming, etc. Candidates must We are looking for a new team member to support our organization in the following area. also be able to work in a team environment or individuCustomer serviCe and sales assoCiate ally. Salary: $12/hr. Prior For this full-time position we are seeking a cheerful team player with a construction experience, can-do attitude to join our dedicated, hardworking staff. Self-motivated commercial driver’s license web-savvy creative thinker needed for customer service, phone coverand mechanic skills a plus. age, ordering inventory, paperwork processing, and to assist with sales Applications are available outreach and search marketing for the education market. at Winooski City Hall, 27 Competitive salary and benefits available. W. Allen St., Winooski, VT visit www.garden.org/jobs for more information 05404. Application deadline and instructions on how to apply. is 4 p.m. on April 21, 2011.
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Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
Center Manager PACE enjoys a close affiliation with the national organizations Volunteers of America and On-Lok, who have invested in our development and success. With 85 employees and significant participant growth, we are looking toward a bright future. We are looking for a strong, experienced leader with: • excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • management background in health care administration and staff supervision, and • leadership experience working in the care of older adults, effective working with interdisciplinary teams. PACE program experience an added plus. Minimum bachelor’s degree in health-related field. Nursing or other clinical license preferred. If your track record of success in team leadership, organizing, planning and management translates to working collaboratively with a variety of disciplines and inspires operational and service excellence, and if you can be hands on in a fast-paced, participant-responsive organization, then let’s explore this opportunity together. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to cfarr@pacevermont.org, or to PACE Vermont Inc. Human Resources 786 College Parkway Colchester, VT 05446. www.pacevt.org
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CAPTIVE INSURANCE ACCOUNTANT/ ACCOUNT MANAGER USA Risk Group of Vermont Inc., a leading captive insurance
management company, is seeking an account manager for its Burlington or Montpelier, Vt., location. The successful applicant will be responsible for financial statement preparation and the daily administration of a portfolio of captive insurance clients. Ideal candidates should possess some or all of the following qualifications: • BA/BS in accounting • Certified public accountant with at least two years of financial statement preparation or comparable experience • A sound knowledge of GAAP and insurance accounting principles • Statutory or alternative market insurance accounting experience Interested applicants should forward a copy of their resume, professional qualifications and salary history to advert@vim.usarisk.com.
Senior SAP Basis Software Engineer
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Business Office Manager Description:
An early-stage provider of innovative health care services is seeking an experienced business office manager for a full-time position. Become part of an exciting team that is changing health care delivery. Competitive salary and benefits provided.
Key responsibilities include:
• Administration and supervision of key office tasks, including management of call-center work flow; liaison for business operations, planning and execution of special projects • Manage vendor relationships and office purchasing • Support executive staff on day-to-day basis
Required skills and experience:
• Three to five years experience as administrative assistant or office manager; bachelor’s degree preferred • Skilled use of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Power Point • Fast-thinking, able to work independently • Excellent phone skills Please submit your resume and statement of interest to:
Robert Squire, PresidentAprexis Health Solutions rob.squire@aprexis.com
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Burton Snowboards seeks a Senior SAP BASIS Software Engineer for its offices in Burlington, VT. SAP is a sophisticated and complex enterprise-level software system, and BASIS is a critical underlying software technology of the SAP system. The Senior SAP BASIS Software Engineer will develop, create, modify, and administer specialized SAP BASIS utility program modules. He/she will analyze user needs and develop and design customized SAP BASIS software solutions to meet the identified needs with the overarching goal of optimizing efficiency. He/she will consult and deliver technical services to a large base of SAP users, developers, and analysts across a wide range of SAP application technologies.
Hiring for all positions, including directors.
Leaps & Bounds is
looking for motivated, flexible team players to join our growing
childcare team
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GREEN StEp Up to ElEctRical & plUmbiNG pREappRENticEShip bEGiNNiNG! Seven-week program for women who are unemployed, underemployed or looking to make a transition to electrical and plumbing work. Will offer a direct interview option to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and a direct entry into the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. Mid-May to late June. Contact Rachel Jolly at rjolly@vtworksforwomen.org.
in Essex, Williston, Milton and soon-to-be South Burlington He/she will coordinate and deliver hands-on administration of SAP BASIS locations. Must have experience, software installation, testing, validation, and documentation; and he/she will education and a sense of humor! develop and direct the ongoing and strategic technical design, development, Pay based on education and and administration of a complex SAP landscape. He/she will serve as a subject matter expert to improve our existing environment, as well as to develop experience. strategies and a progression framework for emerging technologies. He/she will Contact Krista at provide both system and application design, development, and administration krista@leapsvt.com. services to ensure the stable installation and operation of SAP systems and components running on multiple operating systems (including Windows and Linux); and this will include securing, patching, and system tuning at the 2v-LeapsBounds-021611.indd 1 2/14/11 11:11:42 2v-VTWorksGREEN-041311.indd AM application, operating system, and database levels. Finally, he/she will be responsible for conferring frequently with functional and project teams, as well as with other IT Infrastructure teams, such as help desk, server, and database support. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering and 72 months of experience in a comparable position.
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Candidates may substitute a relevant master’s degree for up to 24 months of experience. An equivalent foreign educational credential is acceptable, as well as any suitable combination of education, training, or experience. At a minimum, the successful candidate must have the ability to develop, create, and modify the SAP BASIS layer across multiple operating systems and the various specialized software applications that support the employer's SAP installation. This position directly supervises two other employees. Please apply online at www.burton.com or send resume to Burton Snowboards, Attn: Julie Simonelli, 80 Industrial Parkway, Burlington, VT 05401.
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EnErgy AnAlyst Marketing Specialist We are currently looking for a marketing specialist to work out of our Stowe, Vermont office location. The marketing specialist is responsible for assisting the marketing manager with the tasks necessary to implement the marketing plan with a focus on lead generation and qualification. Some of the functions you will perform as a marketing specialist are: • Utilize communication, research and interview skills to identify potential sales leads. • Introduce PSMS products and services, interview decision makers, qualify leads and set appointments to pass along sales-ready leads to sales team. • Execute lead nurturing, drip marketing, and outbound sales campaigns using CRM database. • Track key metrics related to lead generation activities with development and maintenance of dashboards and reports in CRM system. Individuals with excellent organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a desire to provide outstanding customer service will excel in this role. This position requires a demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft business software, strong Internet skills, and experience with CRM or Salesforce.com. Other requirements for this position include:
Ensave, Inc., a richmond, Vermont-based agricultural energy efficiency consulting firm, is looking for an Energy Analyst for agricultural energy efficiency and pollution prevention projects. the Energy Analyst works closely with our program development and program operations teams. this position requires the ability to accommodate a fluctuating workload that is heavy at times, and to adjust one’s schedule accordingly in order to reach goals. this position reports primarily to the lead Energy Engineer. For a full job description, please visit www.ensave.com/job-opportunities.html.
Position requirements include a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or agricultural engineering; experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirements. Effective analytical and problemsolving skills; Expertise with Ms Excel; some travel may be required. salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, simple IrA.
• One or more years of marketing or sales experience. • Associates or bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on marketing preferred. • Outbound business-to-business sales or marketing call experience. • Familiarity with the hospitality industry helpful.
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If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@springermiller.com.
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Seeking experienced customer service & sales representative for SD Ireland Landscape and Masonry Store in Williston. Independent, self-motivated individual with customerservice skills and masonry knowledge is desired to fill open position, Microsoft Word & Excel knowledge, ability to learn new systems, products and flexibility, excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for work are requirements. Pay commensurate with experience. Apply to SD Ireland at 193 Industrial Ave., Williston today. SD Ireland is an EOE. Full benefits.
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Knowledge and experience in the following: .5-.8 FTE School Psychologist Work as part of the Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Team. Experience in evaluation and identification of students with disabilities, benchmark assessments and progress monitoring.
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Physical Education Teacher Work collaboratively with a two-person department. Must possess knowledge of current best practices and use of technology to enhance learning according to research related to physical education. Ability and willingness to coach a plus.
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Kindergarten Teacher and Fifth-Grade Classroom Teacher Knowledge of Responsive Classroom, the Bridges math program and Guided Reading preferred.
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Couple neeDeD to provide a home for an engaging, empathetic 15-year-old girl with an autism spectrum disorder. Patience, structure, good boundaries and perseverance needed to provide healthy choices. Knowledge and experience working with children with ASD helpful. She loves horseback riding, animals and helpful activities. Generous stipend/living allowance provided, along with a cohesive schedule including school and staff workers. Lisa Peterson, 488-6550.
a female or a Couple sought to share their home with a 44-year-old male. This family man is very independent, and needs light assistance with meal preparation and minimal prompting with personal care. Ideal home is in the Burlington area. He does best with flexible and lighthearted providers. Generous stipend and room and board payments. Marisa Hamilton, 488-6571. home sought for 20-year-old man who enjoys staying active by shooting hoops, swimming at the Y and walking. Ideal home is in the Essex Junction school district with no small children. Complete personal care is required for this nonverbal guy on the autism spectrum who enjoys pets, both large and small. He has day and after school support staff, a generous respite budget and tax-free annual stipend. Athena Westin, 488-6322. Please visit our website at www.howardcentercareers.org for more details or to apply online. Applicants must apply for positions electronically. Paper applications are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily. HowardCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to qualified employees.
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Visit our web site: www.vtadultlearning.org for more information. Visit our Deadline: web site: www.vtadultlearning.org for more information. Resume May 2, 2011 Equal Opportunity Employer Resume Deadline: May 2, 2011 Equal Opportunity Employer
HowardCenter’s Shared Living Provider program matches people with developmental disabilities with individuals, couples or families to provide a home, day-to-day assistance and individualized support needs.
Single female or Couple sought to provide home for 20-year-old woman with an active social network. This high school student enjoys animals and making art, and is working on building independent living skills. Providers must set and maintain clear boundaries, have no children or other clients living in the home. Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviors required. Comprehensive team support and after school staff included. Ideal home is in suburban neighborhood or rural setting within 20 minutes of Burlington or Essex. Generous tax-free stipend and room and board payment included. Margot Smithson, 488-6326.
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The Director of Finance has Waterbury primary responsibility for the quality & The Director of fiscal Finance primary responsibility the quality & integrity of the andhas administrative systems offor Vermont Adult integrity of the fiscal and administrative systems of Vermont Adult Learning, a statewide provider of Adult Education & Literacy Services. a statewide of Adult Educationand & Literacy 3:58:49 PMLearning, Duties include budgetprovider development, forecasting reporting.Services. SuperDuties include budget development, forecasting and reporting.office. Supervises business office and administrative staff in Waterbury vises business office and administrative staff in Waterbury office. This full time position offers excellent benefits, including This full timespending, position offers excellent benefits, includinglife medical, dental, flexible retirement, long-term disability, medical, dental, flexible spending, retirement, long-term disability, life insurance and generous, flexible paid-time-off. insurance and generous, flexible paid-time-off.
Do you live in Chittenden County and want to make a difference in someone’s life?
ShareD living proviDer sought for active 23-year-old woman with PDD and co-occurring mental illness. This dedicated equestrian requires a couple or single person without children living at home who is looking for a professional stay-athome career. Provider will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team providing innovate self-care and independent living skills. Ideal home is located in rural Chittenden County (Jericho/Underhill) and will welcome her yellow Lab-mix therapy dog. Very generous stipend coupled with room and board and respite budget make this an exciting professional opportunity. Anne Vernon, 488-6309.
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Child Nutrition Advocate - CACFP This full-time position will coordinate Hunger Free Vermont’s statewide effort to increase use of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) in Vermont childcare settings through outreach, education and technical assistance, and advocacy at the state and federal level.
4/11/11 11:32:48 AM Hunger Free Vermont, Vermont’s leading antihunger advocacy and education organization is hiring two full-time advocacy positions. Join a dynamic team of smart, creative, and professional advocates and educators while enjoying a culture that promotes professional development, a strong work/life balance, and the joy of sharing meals together!
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This full-time position will support the coordination of statewide efforts to increase participation in 3SquaresVT, through a team approach to outreach, education, technical assistance and advocacy at the state and federal level.
Both positions require excellent communication skills, experience in policy analysis and advocacy, and proven ability to build positive relationships with internal and external partners. A bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years experience and the flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends required.
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Skilled Maintenance Technician
At Terry bicycles we’ve been designing and selling women’s cycling products for over 25 years. We work with bike shops, have our own mailorder catalog and web business and sell our products all over the world. We’re passionately dedicated to the needs of female cyclists and we’re looking for a few enthusiastic, motivated people to join our team.
Burlington College, a private liberal arts college on Lake Champlain, seeks a professional to join our facilities team. Duties include performing a wide variety of building maintenance and repair tasks such as plumbing, mechanical and electrical work; HVAC repair and installation tasks; and assisting with mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail and exceptional follow through. The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and clear background check are required.
SALES ENTHUSIAST
Passionate about cycling? Help us develop retail accounts with bike shops and larger retailers for our new line of women’s cycling apparel and saddles. This wellorganized, high-energy individual must enjoy researching selling opportunities, developing contacts and building relationships with people. Because we are a small company, this person will also be involved in marketing and sales order administration, preparing emails to retailers, organizing tradeshows and cycling events, and processing orders for shipment. An interest in and good intuition for outdoor industry fashion will provide the best foundation for success in this job. Some travel required.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Our customers love us – help us keep it that way! The ideal candidate for this position enjoys talking to our customers on the phone, answering questions about our cycling products and following through on a variety of customer service tasks, including processing returns for re-stocking to inventory. Requires great communication and problem solving skills and a fastidious approach to folding and repackaging returned apparel items.
For a full job description, please visit www.burlington.edu. Application deadline is Friday, April 22, 2011.
Please contact us at hr@terrybicycles.com. Terry is a direct marketer and manufacturer of bicycles and cycling apparel for women based in Burlington. Terry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to hr@burlington.edu, or Burlington College Human Resources 351 North Ave., 2nd Floor, Burlington, VT 05401 Burlington College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The New School of Montpelier is a small, independent school serving unique children and youth. We are recruiting individuals to join our diverse staff immediately, for July and August.
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PLANNING & ZONING ADMINISTRATOR The Town of Waitsfield (pop 1700), in the heart of the Mad River Valley, is seeking candidates for the position of planning and zoning administrator to assist the development review board and planning commission in the administration of the Waitsfield zoning and subdivision regulations and the implementation of the town plan. The PZA also serves as the E-911 coordinator. Duties include processing development applications; assisting the DRB and PC with application reviews, special projects and research; preparing board agendas, minutes and decisions; issuing permits; maintaining records; issuing new street addresses; and enforcement. The ideal candidate should have experience working effectively with the general public and local officials. Candidates must also demonstrate good organizational abilities, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and have experience or interest in the field of planning and zoning. Salary commensurate with experience. Position open until filled. Send resume and cover letter to the Town of Waitsfield, 9 Bridge St., Waitsfield, VT 05673. For more information, contact Town Administrator, Valerie Capels, at (802) 4962218, townadmin@madriver.com, or visit www.waitsfieldvt.us for a complete job description. EOE
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Student Supervisors: Help students develop positive relationships, trust, and the academic, social and communication skills necessary to be successful in life; support students in class, employment and community activities; monitor students’ emotional states and implement behavioral strategies; and assist students with academic work. A bachelor’s degree or five years’ experience after high school preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle. Criminal record checks will be conducted for final candidates. Submit a resume to: The New School of Montpelier 11 West St. Montpelier, VT 05602 or email to ddellinger@9east.net EOE
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Developmental Services IntensIve CommunIty support Worker 23-year-old dedicated equestrian needs 25 hours of support in northern Chittenden County. Ideal candidate must have experience supporting individuals with PDD and MH co-occurring issues. Near-peer-age or young-at-heart female needed to be integral part of a multidisciplinary team providing innovate self-care and independent living skills. Benefits eligible.
Mental Health and Substance Abuse AdmInIstrAtIve AssIstAnt II Looking for the quintessential administrative assistant! Busy mental health and substance-abuse outpatient clinic seeks individual for full-time front desk position. Impeccable customer skills are a must! Duties include answering phones, greeting clients, collecting copays, daily deposit, etc. Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and willing to learn HowardCenter’s electronic health records program. Position is full time and is available immediately! supervIsory ClInICIAn substAnCe Abuse — ChIttenden ClInIC Full-time position to provide clinical services to clients with a substance-abuse diagnosis, as well as to clients with co-occurring disorders. Individual will provide clinical evaluations and make referrals for clients to appropriate services; develop and review individualized treatment plans; provide clinical supervision to one or more colleagues; and perform clinical and/or administrative tasks, including completion of clinical records and follow-up on authorization of treatment services from managed care companies. Afternoon or evening coverage may be required. Master’s degree required. lAborAtory teChnICIAn — ChIttenden ClInIC The Chittenden Clinic methadone program is seeking one female and one male lab technician. Primary responsibilities include collecting samples for drug testing, analyzing and reporting data, ordering supplies, and other administrative duties as needed. Candidates must be reliable team players. Part-time afternoon positions. High school diploma required.
Please visit our website at www.howardcentercareers.org for more details or to apply online. Applicants must apply for positions electronically. Paper applications are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily. HowardCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to qualified employees.
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This is a tough job. It is also a rewarding job like no other. This is your opportunity to enhance, uphold and bear witness to a life; your patient’s life. It is an opportunity to assist your patient with the transition from life to death. It is an important job, important to your patient and your patient’s1t-spirit-022311.indd family members. Are you ready?
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Established women’s clothing store on Church Street looking for creative person with great sense of style and ability to build client relationships. Become part of our management team, enjoying friendly environment, flexible scheduling and generous clothing discounts. Contact Lorre at Expressions, expressionsvt@yahoo.com or 802-864-0414.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST: $2500 SIGN ON BONUS! Are you ready to give your patient your undivided attention? Are you ready to assist your patient in becoming successful and independent after surgery or injury? Are2h-Expressions-041311.indd 1 Are you interested in you ready to work one-on-one with individuals in their homes? Prior PT experience in adult OP/IP expanding your horizons in the rehabilitation. dentistry field? Are you a team player with a great attitude? Do you thrive in a diverse, fast paced environment with an emphasis on excellent patient care? Then our office is for you. We are seeking a highly motivated
FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SEND RESUME TO cpaquette@achhh.org OR DIRECTLY TO ACHHH, P.O. BOX 754, MIDDLEBURY, VT 05753 (802) 388-7259. VISIT US AT www.achhh.org. 7-AddCtyHospice-040611.indd 1
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Seeking an executive assistant for the Editor of a bimonthly scholarly journal for a medical society with an international membership. Offices located in downtown Burlington, VT. Full-time position requires at least 2-3 years experience as an executive assistant, high proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Access) and database management, and familiarity with medical terminology. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Candidate must be a professional, detail-oriented, self-starter, possessing excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, as well as a strong team player, able to work in tandem with the Editor and colleagues in Oak Brook, IL headquarters. Send cover letter and resume to Jessica Porter at jporter@rsna.org. 3h-RSNA040611.indd 1
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Samaritan House Inc., a nonprofit transitional housing facility located in St. Albans, Vt., is currently seeking a
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Case Manager Samaritan House seeks an experienced case manager to provide support services for folks who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless in getting and/or keeping permanent housing. This is a part-time position. BA plus case management experience in a nonprofit agency desired. SHI will consider equivalent case management experience in lieu of a degree. This position requires a valid driver’s license and vehicle. Please send resumes to: Linda Ryan, 20 Kingman St., St. Albans, Vt. 05478, (802) 373-6505) lindaryan3@comcast.net.
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Green Mountain Painters is seeking clean, professional, hardworking painters for the summer painting season. The exterior season will start the final week of April and generally runs through the end of October. The physically demanding job will require long hours and a high degree of self-motivation. Previous painting or labor experience highly preferred. Comfort with ladders and heights, a flexible schedule and personal transportation are all needed for this position. Send resume and info to
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Web Orders Fullfillment/ Retail Sales
The Outdoor Gear Exchange is hiring for its GearX.com web fulfillment department and the OGE sales floor. Attention to detail, computer skills, strong customer sevice skills, and, of course, a sense of humor is required. Full-time postition in a 4/8/11 4:22:58 PMPassion for, and experience with the compounding pharmacy gear we sell also required. The posiin South Burlington, Vt. tion is full time and includes great benefits. Work hours, MondayFriday 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 Please send a cover letter detailing your gear knowledge and resume to p.m. No weekends or brian@gearx.com. holidays. Need good Follow up by email only, please. customer service No phone calls.
Route Sales/ Route Relief People in our Burlington and Barre divisions. Early morning hours and a clean driving record are required. You will be serving our customers with high-quality baked goods on established routes in established territory. We offer competive wages and benefits. No phone calls, please. Send resume to mwhitehead@ koffeekupbakery.biz.
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Nurse Substitutes Chittenden South Supervisory Union
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Dental Assistant Seeking flexible, caring, creative person for dental assisting. Must be x-ray certified. Fun, energetic, fast-paced work environment. Great schedule. Send resume to:
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To me, the mustard tastes like — well, miniature mustard greens. But the amaranth is reminiscent of concentrated beets; the radish greens, tangy earth. A mixture is feathery on the palate, like a lace of grass, flowers and spice. Microgreens are the only crop the Weltons will grow for the entire season. By the last harvest in November, they will have grown and harvested 600 pounds, much of it sold at the Burlington Farmers Market. “Half Pint’s greens are not just another plastic container of microgreens. They’re a little more magical,” says the Kitchen Table’s Atkins, who uses some
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He’ll fish competitively just once a month to make time for catering. Though Full House hasn’t catered its first party yet, Kennedy believes a whole roasted hog will be its signature. He also plans to prepare pulled pork, catfish and even meatloaf on his mobile smoker. Kerner predicts most of Full House’s business will be devoted to weddings, but he
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Of his concept, Pfeffer says he’s been asking local merchants for three years what kind of food they’d like to see in Montpelier. Bagels and burritos topped the list. “Everyone agreed we needed healthy fast food besides sandwiches,” says Pfeffer, also owner of Central Vermont Real Estate. Pfeffer and his partner, PhIlIP DalsImEr, have hired sukI CIaPPara as their chef. They were impressed by the array of “creative salads” and dishes she offered as samples, including curried chicken salad and red beans with coconut milk. Since both Pfeffer and Dalsimer have adolescent offspring, “I have 50 teenagers who want jobs already,” jokes Pfeffer. He plans to appeal to teens with open-mic nights, and to older diners with beer and wine.
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the chicken that makes its way into sandwiches, dumplings and rice dishes. Neshobe Farm in Brandon provides the meat for what has become something of a signature dish at Roots. Emu isn’t available at most restaurants in Vermont, let alone in Rutland County. The large birds produce costly filets, but their leg meat is far less expensive. It’s this cut that Billings grinds to use in a meatloaf baked with sweet caramelized onions and smoky chipotle peppers. He serves it over peppery mashed potatoes, topped with a liberal helping of Blue Ledge Farm goat cheese. The whole thing rests in a shallow pool of Vegetable phyllo with tangy, dark-purple redred pepper sauce wine reduction, flavorful enough to dress up the austere but perfectly next-door neighbor, Jon Satz of Wood’s cooked side of broccoli. Market Garden. Soon Boardman Hill Last week, Billings visited Neshobe Farm of West Rutland and Rutland’s Farm to restock his meat supply and see Hathaway Farm were on board to emus hatching. He left with enough of provide produce and beef, respectively. the farm’s dumpling squash and emu Today, the restaurant’s entryway sausage to serve a special appetizer is papered with colorful photos and combining the two. descriptions of some of its dozen or so General manager Alison Logan, Mark regular local suppliers. The list continues Logan’s daughter, touts Billings’ ability to grow as Billings strives to feed the to optimize the slim pickings with masses who wait in line for a space in which the restaurant started. “You need the 36-seat dining room. At 6 p.m. last the perfect chef for this experience,” she Wednesday, the restaurant was full of says. “The attention to sustainability, predominantly female diners supping on using multiple producers whose product salads. Weekends are, not surprisingly, isn’t always reliable and available. You Roots’ busiest time. Billings says one close have to be on your toes and adjust. The friend had to dine at 4:30 last Saturday market is ripe for this, but you need a because that was the only reservation really creative chef.” available several days beforehand. Indeed, Billings conceived many of One of the providers pictured on the nonmeat offerings based on what the wall is Hathaway Farm, less than neighboring farms had in their root two miles from the restaurant, whose cellars. The menu will change drastically rib eyes were on the original menu. next month, when fresh veggies become Billings was confident he’d have enough available. steak to make it through the season, For now, the dishes are a surprisingly but it sold out in three weeks. So the bright, light ode to Vermont winter. chef began changing the beef dish daily, Salads lean eastward, with Asian-style using rotating cuts from Hathaway’s dressings flavoring cabbage, rice-noodle stock. Misty Knoll Farms supplies all and quinoa-based compositions. cAleb kennA
ark Logan, a physician at Sanctuary Integrative Be the boss and call your own shots. Medicine in Rutland, Turn-key restaurant and banquet facility for couldn’t get a seat at sale or lease to qualified operator. Great Roots the Restaurant on Wales Street clientele base & staff in place. Perfect for chef, restaurant manager or restaurant last weekend. Since the new lunch couple. and dinner spot, with its deep blue Motivated sellers looking to retire. walls and extreme-close-up photos of Possible owner financing for buyer with cabbages and roots, opened in February, small percentage of cash down. reservations have been tough to come Fully equipped. Spacious dining rooms, by. However, one might think Logan, the private party room with separate entrance, restaurant’s co-owner, could have called and a well-designed commercial kitchen. in a favor. It’s a full service restaurant with virtually unlimited potential. Spacious commercial Such is the popularity of Roots, the kitchen has been fully updated. Seats brainchild of Logan and chef-owner 100+ inside. Patio area seats 20 more. 2 Donald Billings. A Vermont Fresh BR, 1 bath living quarters upstairs. There Network member with a menu sourced is a daily traffic count of 17,000 vehicles. The property was first established as almost entirely within a few miles, it’s a restaurant over 40 years ago and arguably Rutland’s first true localvore enjoys vast community support. Great restaurant. And it’s giving many opportunity to enjoy the ultimate Vermont lifestyle. Option to buy real estate included. residents their first taste of farm-totable fare without a drive to Brandon or Ludlow. Roots’ owners met while Billings was waiting to receive acupuncture from another doctor in Logan’s practice. The two became fast friends, but it wasn’t John Biondolillo until April 9, 2010 — Billings remembers BCK Commercial the precise date — that Logan says he (802) 479-3366 ext 301 summoned “the bravery and stupidity” Broker@BCKrealestate.com to propose opening a restaurant together. Logan began his career as an emergency medical specialist. His move 8v-BCKrealestate041311.indd 1 4/11/11 3:50 PMtoward a more holistic, lifestyle-based practice spurred a new interest in food and nutrition. In the more traditional phase of his career, “I never was really interested in [diet] as a modality and intervention in my practice,” Logan admits. “Now I use it almost exclusively. Once our bodies get what they need to heal, we don’t need prescriptions.” Logan studied with integrative medicine pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil and once ate at his Phoenix restaurant, True Food Kitchen, three nights in a row. But, with a local culinary landscape composed in large part of pizzerias and fast food, Logan’s patients often struggled to follow a similar protocol when dining out. The doctor wondered if the kinds of local whole foods served at Weil’s restaurant could catch on in Rutland. That’s where Billings’ know-how came in handy. A culinary veteran, the chef has headed kitchens ranging from Waybury Inn and Mister Up’s in Middlebury to members of the Union Square Hospitality Group in Manhattan. Perhaps even more valuable than his experience are the strong relationships Billings built with a slew of local suppliers during his five years as chef at Cattails Restaurant in Brandon. When he and Logan decided to open Roots, Billings first approached his
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food A popular entrée of housemade squash ravioli uses roasted squash, caramelized onions and hardy winter greens, including spinach. In the same dish, vividly seasoned Misty Knoll chicken rests in its own stock. The onions sweeten the broth for a dish somewhere between pasta primavera and French onion soup. While most of the dishes at Roots conform loosely to the low-fat precepts of diet gurus such as Weil, one of Billings’ signature appetizers strays far from them. A terrine is filled with decadent fondue made from cream and local cheeses (including bruléed chunks of blue) mixed with honey. Fluffy grilled pita bread and an artfully sliced green apple from Champlain Orchards come alongside for dipping. With the addition of thyme, pita dipped in the mixture of bloomy cheese and contrasting honey can be compared to bread spread with honey butter — with a side of crack. “We do have items that aren’t traditionally healthy,” Logan acknowledges when asked about the fatty and delicious dish. “But people also have healthy choices.” Adds Billings, “Even with our hamburgers, it’s local product. You know where the food is coming from. You know where it’s being sourced. It’s local beef, and we make the buns ourselves from King Arthur Flour from Norwich. All our eggs are from local providers. It’s healthy because it’s local.” The food isn’t the only thing at Roots with a small carbon footprint. According to Alison Logan, the restaurant’s lights are low energy. The ultra-hip Avonite bar top, lit from below by LEDs, is made from 40 percent recycled glass. The vintage barn board that decorates the bar and ceiling was recycled from Williams Farm in Rutland. Even the dishwasher is water and energy efficient. These details give the two-monthold restaurant a certain cachet that is more than just novelty. Alison Logan believes Rutland is ready for it. Logan, who recently returned to her hometown after several years in Boston, says she was pleasantly surprised to see how the Rutland food landscape had changed in her absence. The local farmers market has become year round, the Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL) nurtures new farmers in the community. “It was the right time,” Mark Logan says about opening his restaurant. “There was a market — I hate to use
that word, but the interest and the energy were there to be tapped into.” He traces the trend to young people, like his daughter, who grew up in Rutland and are now returning with professional training. Roots has become something of a hub for the local farming community. Last month, the restaurant played host to RAFFL’s New Farmer Mixer. In February, Vermont’s U.S. Rep. Peter Welch held an open-table agricultural discussion at Roots. The restaurant’s suppliers have formed a network of their own. Last week, they all gathered at Roots to discuss what each member would do every day of the upcoming growing season. “It gave me goosebumps,” says Logan of the cooperative spirit. Interest in the restaurant has injected new life into area farms, too. Alison Logan tells of a young man named Marshall who came to Roots every day looking for a job, though the restaurant was already fully staffed. “He even wrote an essay on his passion for the cause,” she says. “He might not have had what it takes to be a waiter, but he had some experience farming.” So, Jon Satz — who says he’s always looking for help — hired Marshall to work on his farm. “Now Marshall brings us our food,” says Logan. In the not-too-distant future, Mark Logan hopes to create his own community of farmers. One focus of his practice is treating addiction. To create a safe place for recovering minors, Logan plans to start a charter high school that will teach agricultural skills. With the Civilian Conservation Corps as a model, Logan envisions that working the land will help students heal and reconnect to the community. The school will also someday be one of Roots’ primary suppliers. Looking around his restaurant, Logan says, “This is an example of community self-nurturing.” “It’s nice to see in this little space what can potentially happen outside,” says Billings. m
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Vermont Travel Industry Conference: Tourism professionals catch the latest industry trends and updates through exhibits, lectures and workshops. Hilton Hotel, Burlington, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $55-300, depending on package. Info, 865-5202.
crafts Green Mountain Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild Meeting: Needleworkers check out the sewing projects of their peers and get a little stitching done. Pines Senior Living Community, South Burlington, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 879-0198. Knit Night: Crafty needleworkers (crocheters, too) share their talents and company as they give yarn a makeover. Phoenix Books, Essex, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.
etc. Ladies’ Night: Women who ride — and those who aspire to — get together to talk Harleys. Green Mountain Harley-Davidson, Essex Junction, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4778.
film ‘Barney’s Version’: Richard J. Lewis’ 2010 drama, adapted from the novel by Mordecai Richler, chronicles one candid character’s colorful life. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘Chemerical’: Andrew Nisker’s 2009 documentary links everyday consumer choices to environmental concerns as it follows one family trying to kick the chemical habit. LACE, Barre, 7 p.m. Free; RSVP required. Info, 476-4276. ‘Poetry’: An older woman desperate for control over her memories joins a poetry class in Changdong Lee’s 2010 South Korean film. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘Practical Applications of Permaculture for New England’: Josh Trought’s high-quality production video documents sustainable landuse design at D Acres of New Hampshire Organic Permaculture Farm & Educational Homestead in Dorchester, N.H. Trought leads a postfilm Q&A. Craftsbury Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 586-9683.
food & drink Chocolate-Dipping Demo: Fans of cocoacovered confectionery experience the tempering and dipping process. Laughing Moon Chocolates, Stowe, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 253-9591. Sourdough Tutorial: Learn how to make your own starter for bread at a Re-Skilling Roundtable Potluck hosted by Transition Town White River Junction. Center for Sustainable Practice, White River Junction, 6-8 p.m. Free.
kids Babytime: Crawling tots and their parents convene for playtime and sharing. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 658-3659. Children’s Story Time: Budding bookworms pore over pages. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 223-4665. Enosburg Playgroup: Children and their adult caregivers immerse themselves in singing activities and more. American Legion, Enosburg Falls, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Erin Hunter: The mastermind behind a fantasy children’s series introduces the latest installment, Warriors: Omen of the Stars: Sign of the Moon, at a reading and book signing. Preregister. Flying Pig Bookstore, Shelburne, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 985-3999.
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Asleep at the Wheel Friday, April 15, 8 p.m., at Barre Opera House. $26-30. Info, 476-8188. barreoperahouse.org
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The Sweetest Thing The verdict is in: This year’s maple season has been a gusher. A perfect combination of cold nights and abovefreezing days kept the sap coming. The folks in St. Albans understand how hard syrup makers work during the crucial six to eight weeks. So, to wrap it all up, they throw a little shindig … for about 50,000 people. The Vermont Maple Festival, now in its 45th year, is a three-day extravaganza of carnival rides, competitions, music and, of course, maple treats. This year, tap your toes at a fiddlers’ variety show, enter your secret recipe in the world’s largest Maple Cooking Contest and feast on maple ham with all the fixin’s at a buffet dinner. Parting with this festival is sure to be sweet sorrow.
Vermont Maple Festival Friday, April 15, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Saturday, April 16, 7 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday, April 17, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., at various locations in St. Albans. Various prices; many events are free. Info, 524-5224. vtmaplefestival.org
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Some long-lived bands reinvent themselves every decade or so. But Asleep at the Wheel have weathered four decades — and plenty of location, label and personnel changes — while staying true blue to their founders’ love of Western swing in the tradition of Bob Wills. Ray Benson, the Wheel’s 6-foot-7 baritone front man since the band’s beginning in 1970, calls the danceable music “jazz with a cowboy hat.” Back in the Vietnam War era, the six original members bucked trends with their commitment to American roots music, but today the Wheel are right in step. The Austin-based ensemble has picked up nine Grammys, collaborated with Willie Nelson and the Dixie Chicks, transformed its Wills tribute into a theatrical musical and recorded four versions of “(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66.” Whether or not anyone’s steering, it’s been one helluva ride. courtesy of barre opera house
Invention to Venture Conference: A mixer follows a half day of workshops and speeches focused on entrepreneurship, job creation and economic growth. Grand Maple Ballroom, Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-20. Info, 656-8780.
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Keeping Kosher An African American who traces his Jewish heritage back to Senegal, Joshua Nelson grew up on Mahalia Jackson and sacred synagogue music — and proved his impressive pipes in both traditions. Today, Nelson calls himself the “prince of kosher gospel.” He’s teamed up with the Grammy-winning Klezmatics for Brother Moses Smote the Water, a Passover show that unites two joyful, faith-based musical traditions and reminds listeners how important the “out of Egypt” motif was to the civil rights movement. According to the Times of London, the full-throated fusion “as soulful as it is uplifting.” Just days before Passover, this liberation celebration comes to the Hop, and two campus lectures examine the cultural roots and ramifications of the music. You can take that for gospel...
‘BROTHER MOSES SMOTE THE WATER’ Thursday, April 14, 7 p.m., at Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. $10-32. Info, 603646-2422. hop.dartmouth.edu
JOSHUA NELSON AND FRANK LONDON OF THE KLEZMATICS SPEAK ON ‘KOSHER GOSPEL: REVOLUTIONS IN JEWISH MUSIC’ Wednesday, April 13, 7 p.m., at Roth Center, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. Free.
DARTMOUTH PROFESSOR LEWIS GLINERT SPEAKS ON ‘PROTEST AND PRAISE’ Thursday, April 14, 6 p.m., in Wilson Hall 219, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. Free.
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APR. 14-17 | THEATER ‘CHICAGO’ Thursday, April 14, and Friday, April 15, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 16, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, April 17, 2 p.m., at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $21-33. Info, 863-5966. flynntix.org
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Murderous women in fishnet stockings? Check. Prohibition-era vaudeville numbers? Check. It’s not surprising Chicago is one of the longest-running shows on Broadway. The musical, performed this weekend by Lyric Theatre Company, tells the story of vaudevillian Velma Kelly, who murdered her husband and sister when she discovered them in bed together, and chorus girl Roxie Hart, who offed her lover and blamed it on her husband. From their all-women block at the county jail — where corrupt Matron “Mama” Morton presides — Roxie and Velma feud over lawyers and limelight, each attempting to cash in on the sensational headlines they’ve provoked. From there, it’s all ventriloquist press conferences, rhinestone shoe buckles and oodles of jazz hands. Musicals don’t get much more fabulous.
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Fairfax Playgroup: Multicultural stories and activities accent child’s play. Health Room, Bellows Free Academy, Fairfax, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Highgate Story Hour: Good listeners soak up classic fairy tales. Highgate Public Library, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Ice Skating for Homeschoolers: Independent learners hit the ice. Ice Barn, Milton, noon-2 p.m. $3 includes skating and rentals; $10 for skating lessons. Info, 893-4237. Milton Baby Playgroup: New moms, dads and babies socialize on a weekly basis. New Life Fellowship, Milton, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 893-4922. Montgomery Story Hour: Little lit lovers flip pages before snacking. Montgomery Town Library, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426.
language Italian Conversation Group: Parla Italiano? A native speaker leads a language practice for all ages and abilities. Call for cancellations in inclement weather. Room 101, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3869.
music Dubravka Tomsic: The Slovenian pianist, the only protégé of Arthur Rubinstein, presents a repertoire of Beethoven and Chopin compositions. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. $6-24. Info, 443-6433. Green Mountain Mahler Festival Spring Reading: Thomas Toner directs an open reading of Shostakovich’s Symphony no. 7, The Leningrad. Elley-Long Music Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7-10 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0788. Valley Night: Bristol’s G-13 grace the lounge with indie hip-hop and rap. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 8 p.m. $5 suggested cover. Info, 496-8994.
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seminars AARP Driver Safety Class: Drivers over 50 learn how the physical changes brought on by aging affect their abilities on the road, and how to compensate. Preregistration required. American Cancer Society, Williston, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $14; $12 for AARP members. Info, 483-6335 or 372-8511. ‘Keys to Credit’: A seminar clears up the confusing world of credit. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 860-1417, ext. 104. ‘Using the Web to Manage Your Money’: High school students and adults take an online tour of tools and resources that make keeping track of cash easier, quicker and more accurate. Space is limited; preregister. VSAC Building, Winooski, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-642-3177.
talks Bill Hosley: In an illustrated program, the preservationist and photographer gives a rundown of nearly 200 years of American library history in “More Than Books: Reflections on Libraries, Community and Historic Preservation.” South Burlington Community Library, noon. Free. Info, 652-7076. Joshua Nelson & Frank London: In “Kosher Gospel: Revolutions in Jewish Music,” a gospel singer and the Klezmatics’ trumpeter explore Jewish identity and the quest for freedom through music. See calendar spotlight. Roth Center for Jewish Life, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422. Marilyn Blackwell: In “Saving the Nation From Slavery: Clarina Howard Nichols and the Prelude to Civil War,” the historian and author details the Brattleboro social reformer’s activist
efforts. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. Martha R. Lang: Safari stories from the speaker’s adventures in Kruger National Park and Cape Town fill her lecture on “Travels in South Africa.” Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. Stephen Wallace: The author of Reality Gap: Alcohol, Drugs and Sex — What Parents Don’t Know and Teens Aren’t Telling offers thoughts on improving parent-child communication. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. Steven Sodergren: An assistant professor of history at Norwich University explores “The Burden of History: American Soldiers and the Vietnam War.” Brown Public Library, Northfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 485-4621. ‘The Earth and the Heaven Earth’: A PowerPoint presentation illuminates the relevance of Gnosticism in our times, the changing magnetic currents and shifts in our planet, and their relevance to our state of being. 6 Fairfield Hill Rd., St. Albans, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 524-9706, vermont@goldenrosycross.org. Vincent Feeney: The historian chronicles the colorful life of Matthew Lyon in “Mad Matt the Democrat,” following the Vermonter’s role as an indentured servant, Green Mountain Boy, entrepreneur and congressman. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581, jaquithpubliclibrary@hotmail.com. William Pfaff: SUNY Plattsburgh’s associate professor of music shares the outcome of an artist-in-residence project completed at Arizona’s Petrified Forest National Park in “Music, Images, Time: Place as Inspiration.” Stafford Auditorium, Clinton Community College, Plattsburgh, N.Y., noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 518-562-4161.
theater ‘Allo, Allo!’ Auditions: Try out for the Marble Valley Players’ June production, an adaptation of the BBC TV series about a café owner, his wife and their attempts to keep a portrait stolen by Nazis hidden in a sausage in the cellar. West Rutland Town Hall, 6-9 p.m. Free. ‘Evita’: Northern Stage revisits Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock opera about the life and times of Eva Perón. Briggs Opera House, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. $30-68. Info, 291-9009, ext. 10. ‘The Best of the Nor’Easterns’: The Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre stages one-act winners from previous Nor’Eastern Playwrights’ Showcases, including Michael Nethercott’s “The Best Wine” and Nick Vigorito Jr.’s “The Window.” Brick Box, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 773-8038, actorsrepvt@aol.com.
words Book Discussion Series: ‘A Mysterious Lens on American Culture’: A thought-provoking cultural backdrop makes Faye Kellerman’s Ritual Bath more than a simple whodunit. South Hero Community Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-6209. Brian Tokar: As part of Earth Month, the director of the Institute for Social Ecology and environmental and social-justice activist discusses his latest book, Toward Climate Justice. Perry Hall, Champlain College, Burlington, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-5449. Poetry Alive! 2011 Poetry Display: Montpelier celebrates National Poetry Month with a text exhibit through downtown that lovers of lit can wander for a taste of contemporary Vermont poetry. Various downtown locations, Montpelier, all day. Free. Info, 223-3338, rysenechal@kellogghubbard.org. ‘extempo’ Live Original Storytelling: Amateur raconteurs deliver polished, five-minute,
first-person true stories, sans cheat sheets. Sign up at the door. Kismet, Montpelier, 8-10 p.m. Free to participate; $5 to watch. Info, 223-8646.
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addresses youth’s increasing distance from the natural world. The director joins a follow-up panel discussion. Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-3068. ‘Poetry’: See WED.13, 7 p.m.
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Vermont Consultants Network Monthly Meeting: Carl Lorentson, president and founder of Renaissance Information Systems, leads a discussion on keeping service offerings fresh and relevant. Network Performance, South Burlington, 8-9:15 a.m. $15 for nonmembers; firsttime guests free. Info, 373-8379.
Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m.
conferences
Chess Club: Checkmate! Board-game players try to attack the king with sly strategies. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $2-3. Info, 363-5803.
Vermont Nonprofit Conference: Local organizations learn to evaluate their efforts through a seminar focused on “Measuring, Marketing and Money.” Visit blog.commongoodvt.org for nine Vermont Interactive TV sites across the state. Various locations statewide, noon-5 p.m. $57.5157.57. Info, 862-1645, ext. 21.
education ‘Windows on Waldorf’: Adults catch up on student curricula and take a look at class projects. Preregister. Grades Building, Orchard Valley Waldorf School, East Montpelier, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 456-7400.
etc. Burlington Bombers Roller Derby Open Recruitment: Men and women ages 18 and up rock roller skates at open tryouts for Vermont’s only coed roller-derby league. Bring a mouth guard and any gear you already have. Sports & Fitness Edge, South Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 735-0624, email@burlingtonbombers.com. Colchester-Milton & Essex Rotary Club Luncheon: Rotarians break bread with Harriet Fulbright, president of the J. William & Harriet Fulbright Center, a nonprofit organization working to foster peace and justice. Hampton Inn, Colchester, noon. $12; RSVP required. Info, 893-7685. Green Mountain Environmental Leadership Awards: David Donath keynotes this inaugural celebration of stewards and their initiatives to support our state’s natural environment. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/ Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 6-8:30 p.m. $25; cash bar. Info, 864-1848, ext. 100. HSCC Annual Meeting & Celebration: Animal lovers elect board members, recognize and honor community partners, and vote on bylaw changes. Humane Society of Chittenden County, South Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 862-0135. Take Back the Night Vigil: Light a candle to honor survivors and victims of sexual assault. Reception and refreshments to follow at Vermont Law School. Town Green, South Royalton, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, ksmith@vermontlaw.edu. Tax Assistance: Tax counselors straighten up financial affairs for low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and over. Call ahead for an appointment. Kolvoord Room, Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
film ‘Barney’s Version’: See WED.13, 7 p.m. ‘Mother Nature’s Child: Growing Outdoors in the Media Age’: Vermont filmmaker Camilla Rockwell’s new documentary
Lasagna Lunch: Tossed salad, Italian bread and dessert round out the meal. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, noon-1:30 p.m. $5. Info, 658-3585.
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health & fitness Armchair Aerobics: Seniors boost their circulation, stamina and muscle strength without leaving their chairs. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 658-3585. Strong Living Exercise: Fitness enthusiasts undergo strength training for good health. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 8 a.m. Free. Info, 443-1654. Women’s Zumba Class: Fast-paced rhythms fuel a Latin-inspired dance-fitness party led by Casey Clark. Chabad of Vermont, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. $5. Info, 658-5770. Yoga Class: Instructor Deb Malgeri leads yogis in pranayama breathing techniques and a variety of postures. Essex Teen Center, 9-10:15 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 878-6982, debmalgeri@ aol.com.
kids After School Programs: Craft, film, puzzle and gaming activities keep youngsters on the go. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. Alburgh Playgroup: Tots form friendships over stories, songs and crafts. Alburgh Family Center, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Fletcher Playgroup: Little ones make use of the open gym before snack time. Fletcher Elementary School, Cambridge, 9-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Franklin Story Hour: Lovers of the written word perk up for read-aloud tales and adventures with lyrics. Haston Library, Franklin, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Georgia Playgroup: Provided snacks offer an intermission to free play. Georgia Youth Center, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Kids Story Time: Snacks and activities chase an hour of tales. LACE, Barre, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-4276. Music With Raphael: Preschoolers up to age 5 bust out song and dance moves. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Salamander Sleuths: Adults accompany nature lovers ages 3 to 5 to seek springtime amphibians under forest rocks and logs. Education Barn, Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 10-11 a.m. $8-10 per adult/child pair; $4 per each additional child. Info, 434-3068.
music Brad Corrigan: The Midd alum and former member of the band Dispatch kicks off the Spring
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Student Symposium with a performance and talk, followed by a reception and student performances. Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7-10 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5258. ‘Brother Moses sMote the Water’: The Klezmatics team up with gospel singer Joshua Nelson for a dance-inducing program of Hebrew, Yiddish and gospel songs that tell the story of Passover. See calendar spotlight. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $1032. Info, 603-646-2422.
Mike Burke & neale lunderville: The guys from Green Mountain Power lead a discussion on smart grids, energy efficiency and saving money on electric bills. Bugbee Senior Center, White River Junction, 7-8 p.m. Free.
theater ‘Beyond theraPy’: The Shelburne Players present Christopher Durang’s tangled web of romance, complete with seductive therapists, in this comedic romp. Shelburne Town Center, 7:30 p.m. $10-15. Info, 363-7643, shelburneplayers@aol.com.
GeorGe MattheW Jr.: The church musician plays African American organ music. First United Methodist Church, Burlington, 12:15-12:45 p.m. Free. Info, 862-1151. Janis ian & toM Paxton: Two longtime, Grammy Award-winning songwriters team up in “Together at Last.” Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 7:30 p.m. $42-58. Info, 760-4634.
‘chicaGo’: Lyric Theatre seeks to “razzle dazzle em” with this Prohibition-era musical about a vaudeville-chorus-girl-turned-murderess. See calendar spotlight. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $21-33. Info, 863-5966.
student recital: Music scholars perform on their various instruments. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776.
‘evita’: See WED.13, 7:30 p.m.
seminars ‘sPend sMart’: Vermonters learn savvy skills for stretching bucks and managing money. Preregister. 294 North Winooski Ave., Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 860-1417, ext. 104.
talks Bill hosley: See WED.13, Municipal Building, Fairfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 827-3945.
‘Four sMc students and tWo ProFessors sPread Media literacy in Bhutan’: Students in the interdisciplinary anthropology/journalism course “Youth, Media and Development” recap their travels with professors Jon Hyde and Adrie Kusserow, which resulted in the making of a film. Farrell Room, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 11:45 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.
annie Finch: The award-winning author of 15 books of poetry, translation and criticism excerpts her work. John Dewey Lounge, Old Mill Building, UVM, Burlington, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-1094. Book discussion series: ‘never-settinG sun: the heyday oF the British eMPire’: Wole Soyinka’s Ake: The Years of Childhood inspires bookworms to consider the complexities of colonialism. Charlotte Community Library, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 425-2191. Book discussion series: ‘World War ii: the loss oF the aGe oF innocence’: Readers immerse themselves in the coming-of-age themes present in Elie Wiesel’s Night. Fairfax Community Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 849-2420. dennis reina: The Vermont coauthor of Rebuilding Trust in the Workplace speaks and signs books. All author proceeds go toward cancer research through the LIVESTRONG Foundation. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 253-8808 Gesine Bullock-Prado: The “closet master baker” delivers a sweet presentation about her latest cookbook, Sugar Baby: Confections, Candies, Cakes & Other Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Sugar. Preregister. Flying Pig Bookstore, Shelburne, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-3999. kerrin Mccadden: A finalist for Hunger Mountain’s 2010 Ruth Stone Poetry Prize delivers the Annual Alumni Reading. Farrell Room, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. ‘laW reFlections: then and noW’: A trio of Vermont lawyers reflect on the trial in To Kill a Mockingbird and imagine how it might proceed today with current laws and procedures. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.
story tiMe: Lit lovers of all ages take in fanciful tales. Bud & Bella’s Bookshop, Randolph, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 728-5509. verMont reads Book & FilM discussion: Video clips accompany a literary chat about Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Quechee Public Library, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 295-6341. virGinia euBanks: The author of Digital Dead End: Fighting for Social Justice in the Information Age leads a discussion and signs her book. Peace and Justice Center, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2345.
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agriculture aGricultural entrePreneurs discussion: Philip Ackerman-Leist moderates a panel of recent Green Mountain College graduates who make a living through sustainable farming. Appetizers featuring local foods are served. Green Mountain College, Poultney, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 287-8926.
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craFt hour: Seniors learn sewing, knitting and other crafts, or brush up on the skills they already have. Champlain Senior Center, McClure 8v-BarreOpera0406+11.indd 1 MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Free. Info, 658-3585.
dance arGentinean tanGo: Shoulders back, chin up! With or without partners, dancers of all abilities strut to bandoneón riffs in a self-guided practice session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, 7:30-10 p.m. $5. Info, 598-1077. BallrooM lesson & dance social: Singles and couples of all levels of experience take a twirl. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, lesson, 7-8 p.m.; open dancing, 8-10 p.m. $14. Info, 862-2269. Birthdays dance social: Everyone gets to wear a party hat at the annual “Have you had a birthday in the last year, or are you expecting one in the coming year?” dance extravaganza, complete with food, contests and prizes. Champlain Club, Burlington, 7-10 p.m. $15 for lesson and dancing; $10 for dancing only. Info, 598-6757. FelloWshiP oF the Wheel’s annual dance & Fundraiser: Vermont’s largest mountain bike club throws a party with a dance contest and raffle to raise money to maintain its single-track trails. Boston-based dance band the Pulse keep the party pumping. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 7 p.m.-midnight. $25. Info, 244-1278. senior thesis concert: Alena Giesche, Catherine Miller, Christian Morel and Heather Pynne present collaborative works of contemporary choreography. Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. $6-10. Info, 443-6433.
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leWis Glinert: Before the Klezmatics and Joshua Nelson perform in Spaulding Auditorium, the Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures professor examines Jewish and African American songs of freedom, and the links between Passover and the civil rights movement, in “Protest and Praise.” See calendar spotlight. Room 219, Wilson Hall, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2010.
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Jared carter: The Rural Vermont director discusses how the state’s recent shutdown of raw milk-dairy-processing classes infringes on farmers’ and consumers’ rights in “Raw Milk Education: Illegal?!” Black Sheep Books, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-7222.
‘the Best oF the nor’easterns’: See WED.13, 7:30 p.m.
lev raPhael: The son of Holocaust survivors reads from his book, My Germany: A Jewish Writer Returns to the World His Parents Escaped. Waterman Memorial Lounge, UVM, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 656-3430.
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Gaye tuchMan: The author of Wannabe U: Inside the Corporate University tells the cautionary tale of a state university determined to rise in national rankings, to the detriment of its faculty and students. John Dewey Hall, UVM, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 656-4171.
sPrinG Festival oF Plays: UVM Theatre seniors open the curtain on original and adapted plays and a musical. Not recommended for young audiences. Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $7. Info, 656-2094.
leland kinsey: The Vermont native, informally known as “unofficial poet laureate of the Northeast Kingdom,” shares his words. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.
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dr. asMa aBBas: Bard College at Simon’s Rock’s associate professor of politics and philosophy discusses her book, Liberalism and Human Suffering: Materialist Reflections on Politics, Ethics and Aesthetics, in “Making Suffering Matter.” Farrell Room, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.
oPera niGht: Theatergoers catch a rebroadcast of the Metropolitan Opera’s Hamlet. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. $12. Info, 496-8994.
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‘Tempest: Without a Body’: Choreographer Lemi Ponifasio’s cutting-edge work, performed by MAU dance theater, draws on Shakespeare’s text, Paul Klee’s watercolor “Angelus Novus” and other sources for a post-9/11 visual oratorio. Moore Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8 p.m. $10-37. Info, 603-646-2422.
etc. Bargain Dress Bash: Want to look like a million bucks ... without spending a fortune? Find prom gowns and formal wear in this donated collection. Proceeds support youth programming at the Essex Teen Center. Essex CHIPS & Teen Center, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6982, ext. 4, adriane@essexchips.org. Living Stations of the Cross: Central Vermont Catholic School students perform the Passion of Christ. St. Monica’s Catholic Church, Barre, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-5015. ‘Name That Movie!’: Cinemaddicts try to correctly title films by screening a barrage of short clips at happy hour. The CineClub, Savoy Theater, Montpelier, 5-6 p.m. $2.50. Info, 229-0598. Singles Party: Spring Fling: Eyes lock and live I-Spy connections are made on a big video screen at this Seven Days mixer, featuring tunes by Top Hat Entertainment and a dance party into the wee hours. Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $5; ages 21 and up. Info, 864-5684.
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Video & Discussion Lunch Break: Brainiacs screen clips on topics of computing, math, science, engineering and social issues. Room 109, Redcay Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-564-2781.
fairs & festivals St. Johnsbury World Maple Festival: The oft-called “Maple Center of the World” celebrates sticky sweetness with syrup judging, crafts, a pancake breakfast, sugarhouse explorations, live music and more. Various downtown locations, St. Johnsbury, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 274-0201. Vermont Maple Festival: The sap has slowed, but there’s plenty of syrup! Families check out boiling demos, the Fiddlers’ Variety Show, pony rides, a pancake breakfast and more. Various St. Albans locations, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. See calendar spotlight. Various prices; many events are free. Info, 524-5224.
film ‘Ask Us Who We Are’: Bess O’Brien’s documentary puts a face to the foster care system, focusing on those young Vermonters’ search for family and a sense of belonging. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 7 p.m. $10 for the public; $5 for students. Info, 592-3190. ‘Cedar Rapids’: A small-town insurance salesman who’s hit a dead end gets a kick start when he has to save his company in Miguel Arteta’s 2011 comedy. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. Climate Change Film Series: Barbara Ettinger’s documentary about ocean acidification, A Sea Change, imagines a world without fish. Richmond Free Library, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 434-4415.
‘Harvest’: Three generations of one family grow closer during the course of one summer spent at a picturesque shoreline town in Marc Meyers’s 2010 drama. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600.
food & drink All-You-CanEat Fish Fry: Diners fill up on fried or baked haddock, French fries, coleslaw, and dessert. St. Ambrose Parish, Bristol, 5-7 p.m. $5-12; $35 for family of five. Info, 453-2488. Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m. Community Pasta Dinner: Chow down to benefit the team from Essex High School competing in the national “We The People” civics competition. First Congregational Church, Essex Junction, 5:30-7 p.m. & 7-9:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children under 12. Info, 879-7517. Lenten Fish Dinner: Families dine on food from the sea at this fundraiser. Central Vermont Catholic School, Barre, 5-6:30 p.m. $4-8; $25 per family of four. Info, 793-4276, pte1218@aol.com. Relay for Life Benefit Dinner: Awardwinning chef Antonino Di Ruocco, cancer survivor and former owner of Villa Tragara Ristorante, cooks up four courses at the American Cancer Society benefit, hosted by Alpha Gamma Ro. 216 South Prospect St., Burlington, 6-9 p.m. $45; RSVP with payment; additional donations accepted. Info, 267-337-2401, arbailey@uvm.edu.
health & fitness Armchair Aerobics: See THU.14, 11:30 a.m.-noon. ‘Gentle, But Not Too Gentle’ Hatha Yoga: Fitness professional and motivator Nancy Somers instructs yogis in slow-paced stretches and simple breathing exercises. Preregister. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:3011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Introduction to Shambhala: Bill Brauer explains the basic teachings, which are founded on the premise that human wisdom can help solve the world’s problems. Shambhala Meditation Center, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 865-8071. Tai Chi Class: Simple techniques enhance practitioners’ physical and emotional wellbeing. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 658-3585.
kids After School Book Discussion: Middle school page turners chat about favorite comics, short stories, books and graphic novels. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 3-4 p.m. Free. After School Programs: See THU.14, 3:30 p.m. Children’s Story Time: See WED.13, 10:30 a.m. ‘Draw Comics!’: Teens sketch and share illustrated narratives. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. East Montpelier Story Time: Lively narratives, rhymes, finger plays, crafts and games transfix tots. Four Corners Schoolhouse, East Montpelier, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 223-4665. Easter Egg Hunt: Kids ages 2 to 12 track down 1500 surprise-filled eggs. College of St. Joseph,
Rutland, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 776-5233, ljohnston@ csj.edu. Fairfax Playgroup: See WED.13, 9-10:30 a.m. Fairfield Playgroup: Youngsters entertain themselves with creative activities and snack time. Bent Northrop Memorial Library, Fairfield, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Swanton Playgroup: Kids and caregivers squeeze in quality time over imaginative play and snacks. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Swanton, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426.
language Tertulia Latina: Latino Americanos and other fluent Spanish speakers converse en español. Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3440.
music Asleep at the Wheel: Ray Benson’s big baritone voice highlights the Western swing for which these nine-time Grammy winners are known. See calendar spotlight. Barre Opera House, 8 p.m. $26-30. Info, 476-8188. Brick Church Music Series: Acoustic jazz combo Lewis Franco & the Missing Cats perform. Phineas Gage opens. Old Brick Church, Williston, 7 p.m. $6-10; free for ages 6 and under. Info, 764-1141. Camerata New England: An esteemed chamber ensemble reproduces works by William Lawes, Henry Purcell, Francesco Geminiani, Frank Bridge and Benjamin Britten in “London Legacies.” Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $22-32; free for ages 18 and under with a paying adult. Info, 603-448-0400. Ghana-Haiti Concert of Dance & Drumming: Emmanuel Agbeli and Johnny Scovel join St. Mike’s Akoma Ensemble in a performance filled with rhythms. International Commons, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 545-2223. Hannah Brotherton: The mezzo-soprano presents her developing senior work, “Creacionismo y Musica: Exploring Spanish Poetry Through Music,” followed by an ensemble performance of one of her compositions. Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5258. Karaoke Night: Cowboy Dan spins “baby”themed tunes at a roundup of sing-along contests. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 9 p.m. Free. Info, 496-8994. Liam Gluck & Katie Dunleavy: Pianist Gluck plays Ravel, Gershwin and Granados, and soprano Dunleavy performs pieces from Lakmé and Hansel und Gretel. Alex Margarite accompanies on flute. Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8:30-10 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5258. Michele Fay Band: Rich female harmonies wind through homegrown songs accented by fiddle tunes and rootsy standards. Second Congregational Church, Hyde Park, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 888-4675. Niklas Sivelöv: The Swedish pianist interprets Bach, Schumann, Chopin and Bellman masterworks. A preperformance talk begins in the concert hall at 6:30 p.m. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 656-4455. Srinivas Krishnan: The James Marsh professor-at-large and master percussionist from India performs at a student world-music concert. Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776.
Tax Day Bluegrass & Banjo Bonanza: Dance away those tax blues to bluegrass by Hard Scrabble, following a banjo open mic. Old Lantern, Charlotte, 6 p.m. $10, or $5 with a donation of two nonperishable-food items for a local food shelf; cash bar. Info, 425-3739, agwarevt@gmavt.net. Twist and Shout: Early hits and film clips collide for a modern-day Beatles experience, courtesy of this tribute band. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 8 p.m. $3948. Info, 760-4634.
sport Tennis Clinic: Junior and adult racket swingers of all levels hit the court in workshops and games. Space is limited; preregister. Junior tennis games, 6-7:30 p.m.; adult doubles clinic, 6:156:45; adult cardio tennis, 7-7:30 p.m. Topnotch Resort & Spa, Stowe. Free. Info, 253-6435.
talks Ann Milovsoroff: A landscape architect and horticulturalist digs into the topic of “Night Gardens.” Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 864-3516. Lauren D. Howard: The Norwich University biology professor elaborates on “The History of Vermont Forests: Lessons to Be Learned for the Future.” Terrace Hall, Green Mountain College, Poultney, 3-4 p.m. Free. Info, 287-8926.
theater ‘Beyond Therapy’: See THU.14, 7:30 p.m. ‘Chicago’: See THU.14, 7:30 p.m. ‘Evita’: See WED.13, 7 p.m. Mud Season Variety Show: Performers of all ages wallow in the season with vocal, instrumental, dance and comedy acts. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7:30 p.m. $8-15. Info, 728-6464. Spring Festival of Plays: See THU.14, 7:30 p.m. ‘The Best of the Nor’Easterns’: See WED.13, 7:30 p.m. ‘The Crucible’: SUNY Plattsburgh presents a dramatization of the Salem girls who cried “witch!” Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $2-5. Info, 518-564-3095. ‘Theophilus North’: After quitting his teaching job, the title character roams the country in search of adventure and his place in the world. A broken-down car strands him in Newport, R.I., among the wealthy in this Little City Players’ production. Vergennes Opera House, 8 p.m. $10-12. Info, 877-6737.
words Poetry Alive! 2011 Poetry Display: See WED.13, all day.
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agriculture Square-Foot Gardening Intro: Beginners learn to maximize yield and minimize weeding with trellises, grid planting, and permanent beds and paths. City Market, Burlington, 1-2 p.m. $10. Info, 861-9700.
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art Cartooning Workshop: As part of a series celebrating cartoons and graphic novels, Vermont cartoonist laureate James Kochalka guides participants in putting pen to paper. For sixth graders through adults. Space is limited; preregister. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291.
Vermont maple FestiVal: See FRI.15, 7 a.m.8 p.m.
bazaars
‘harVest’: See FRI.15, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.
Vermont maple FestiVal antiques shoW: A snack bar benefiting the education center’s French club offers sustenance to treasure hunters. St. Albans Town Educational Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 893-6277.
‘Cedar rapids’: See FRI.15, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. ‘hoWl’: James Franco plays poet Allen Ginsberg in Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman’s nonlinear film centered on the obscenity trial sparked by the titular poem. Epstein leads a discussion with the audience after each screening. Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.
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annual panCake BreakFast: For the 45th year, early birds and late risers alike tuck into short stacks, scrambled eggs, home fries, sausages and more. Proceeds benefit those who have disabilities and their families. St. Albans City School, 7 a.m.-noon. $4-8; free for ages 5 and under. Info, 527-6400.
Volunteer orientation: New recruits learn the ropes of everything from tour guiding to bookkeeping at this historic home. Rokeby
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Capital City Winter Farmers market: Root veggies, honey, fresh mesclun and more change hands at an off-season celebration of locally grown grub, complete with a variety of vendor demonstrations. Gymnasium, Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, 10 a.m.2 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2958. ChoColate-dipping demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m. CraFtsBury Winter market: Farmers, cooks and artisans dole out tarts, breads, cheeses, root vegetables and crafts on a monthly basis. Simpson Hall, Sterling College, Craftsbury Common, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 533-2359. greek pastry sale & dinner: Break out the baklava and pass the dolmades! Home-baked treats crown this daylong, sit-down-or-take-out meal. Greek Orthodox Church Community Center, Burlington, sale, 10 a.m.; dinner, 11 a.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 862-2155. tapas dinner: Nibble on everything from ground-beef sliders with bacon-onion jam to mini goat-cheese soufflés. All ingredients raised and grown locally by Floating Bridge Food and Farms Cooperative members. RSVP. Ariel’s Restaurant & Pond Village, Brookfield, 5-7:30 p.m. $20 for adults; $8 for children under 12. Info, 276-3939. WaterBury Winter Farmers market: Cultivators and their customers swap edible inspirations. Live music and children’s crafts coincide. Cafeteria, Thatcher Brook Primary School, Waterbury, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 279-4341.
kids Children’s story time: Young ones sidle up to the story stage for Earth Day-themed tales. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.
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‘Full duty: Vermont enters the CiVil War’: Reenactors portray soldiers, civilians and Abraham Lincoln to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the formation of Vermont’s first combat unit. Folk trio O’hAnleigh offer songs from the era. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 2-4 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 644-2433.
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FaCtory tours: Stuffed-animal lovers see fuzzy friends in the making at a daylong benefit for the Vermont Autism Puzzle Foundation. Tours on the hour; story time at 11 a.m. Vermont Teddy Bear Company, Shelburne, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $3; free for kids under 12. Info, 876-5315, ext. 212.
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WoodstoCk Film FestiVal: Winter series: Movie buffs view Rabbit-Proof Fence, Phillip Noyce’s 2002 drama about three uprooted aboriginal girls who brave the Australian Outback to return home. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 3 p.m. $10, or $50 per sixfilm package. Info, 457-2355.
montpelier Contra danCe: Steve ZakonAnderson calls the steps as folks in soft-soled shoes move to live airs by Gotham Pioneers. Capital City Grange, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $8. Info, 744-2851.
‘ZumBathon: party For the pap’: Shake a tail feather to eradicate cervical cancer; all abilities welcome. Edmunds Middle School, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. $25; or $60 in sponsorships. Info, 864-8486.
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‘ask us Who We are’: See FRI.15, 7 p.m.
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‘tempest: Without a Body’: See FRI.15, 8 p.m.
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st. JohnsBury World maple FestiVal: See FRI.15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Flea market & Bake sale: The grills are fired up for hot dogs, hamburgers and homemade French fries, which shoppers can nosh as they browse eclectic offerings. Moose Lodge, St. Albans, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 527-1327.
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saturday art sampler: Crafters grout and set glass and ceramic tiles into fully functional flower pots. Preregister. Davis Studio Gallery, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. $24. Info, 425-2700.
early spring Flea market: Find what you’re looking for, from baseball cards to photography. Grace United Methodist Church, Essex Junction, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 878-8071.
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ECHO Earth Weeks’ MudFest: Families meet salamanders and spring peepers, listen to local musicians, gobble up free scoops of ice cream, and, yes, fling fistfuls of mud at this annual event. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission, $8.50-10.50; free for kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848. ‘Eggstravaganza!’: Springtime revelers scavenge for plastic eggs before convening for cookie decorating, face painting, hayrides and sightings of the “Egg Hunt Bunny.” Oakledge Park, Burlington, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7091. Healthy Kids Day: Gym time, Zumba classes, swimming and nutritious-pizza making encourage families to adopt healthy habits. Burlington YMCA, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Winooski YMCA, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, 862-9622. Make a Mini Comic: Pencils, pens, erasers and paper spawn illustrated stories. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. North Hero Tumble Time: Free-play stations around the gym keep youngsters — and their adult companions — on the go. North Hero Elementary School, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Raptor Encounter: Little ones come face to face with falcons, hawks and owls in an educational program about these predators presented by the Vermont Institute of Natural Science. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Read to a Dog: Stories form a bond between young readers and Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.
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BHW Tour Van Benefit Show: Listen to the Sky, Regret, Doll Fight!, Trapper Keeper, Tightrope and the Dead Electric jam out to support Big Heavy World’s white, 15-passenger ride. The Hub Teen Center & Skatepark, Bristol, 7-10 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 453-3678. Borromeo String Quartet: The quartet the Boston Globe deemed “simply the best there is on the planet,” interprets Beethoven, Ginastera, Ferroud and the young contemporary composer Mohammed Fairouz. Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 7:30-9 p.m. $10-25. Info, 793-9291. Burlington Choral Society: The chorus and orchestra perform Beethoven’s Mass in C, Vaughan Williams’ Five Mystical Songs and excerpts from Mozart’s Cosi Fan Tutte. Ira Allen Chapel, UVM, Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. $20; $17 for students and seniors. Info, 878-5919. Cynthia Huard: The affiliate artist and artistic director of the Rochester Chamber Music Society works the hammers and strings. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433. Earth Day Concert: Folk singer Geoff Kaufman and Middlebury College students intersperse selections from the great nature writers of our time with Earth-friendly songs. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $6-15. Info, 382-9222. Jonathan Lorentz Jazz Concert: A tenor saxophonist echoes John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins and Joe Lovano with the help of David Calarco, John Menegon and special guest Jerry Sabatini. Space is limited; call for reservations. Brandon Music, 7 p.m. $15. Info, 465-4071. Katarina Bakas: The senior music student presents her thesis work, “Portrayals of the Abandoned Woman in Art Song and Aria.” UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776. Michele Fay Band: See FRI.15. Proceeds benefit Burnham Hall restoration. Burnham Hall, Lincoln, 7 p.m. $5-8. Info, 388-6863.
Nadja Salerno Sonnenberg & Anne-Marie McDermott: A leading violinist and a polished classical pianist pair up. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 8 p.m. $3948. Info, 760-4634. Silo Sessions Concert Series: Heather Maloney offers her indie-folk singing and songwriting next to a warm brick oven. Bread & Butter Farm, Shelburne, 7 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, 922-5349, breadandbutterfarm@gmail.com. UVM SpringFest 2011: This year’s lineup features the Roots, Thievery Corporation, Brothers McCann, Fridge and the Spin$, Potbelly, and Lazerdisk Party Sex. University Green, UVM, Burlington, noon-6 p.m. $35-40 for the public; $10 for students. Info, 656-2060.
outdoors Bird-Monitoring Walk: Beginning birders fine-tune their eyes and ears to recognize winged residents. The information gathered will be entered into a Vermont “e-bird” database. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 8-10 a.m. Donations. Info, 434-3068, vermont@audubon. org. Leaping Lambs & Shear Delights: Fleece lovers have fun with fiber as they visit new lambs, watch sheep get a haircut, sample sheep’s-milk cheese and more. Shelburne Farms, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $4-7. Info, 985-8686.
seminars Beginning Genealogy: The Vermont FrenchCanadian Genealogical Society’s Sheila Morris teaches beginners to uncover their roots. Bring as much information as you can on your grandparents. Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, 10:30 a.m.noon. Donations accepted. Info, 238-5934. Campaign Workshop for Women: Women interested in running for office get together for “Ready to Run,” a nonpartisan training workshop. Political strategist Celinda Lake and D.C.-based Positive Communications president Christine Jahnke keynote. Livak Room, Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 suggested donation; register by April 10. Info, 656-5665.
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Bates, Kyle Gagnon and the Real Beth. Josie Leavitt headlines. North End Studio, Burlington, 8-9:45 p.m. $8. Info, 863-9429.
crime drama On the Waterfront. Chandler Gallery, Randolph, 7 p.m. $8. Info, 431-0204.
Mary Swanson: The poet shares polished lines from her collected works. The Art House, Middlebury, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 458-0464.
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Poetry Alive! 2011 Poetry Display: See WED.13, all day. Story Time: See THU.14, 11 a.m. Writing Workshop: ‘Louisa May Alcott’s Journals and Yours’: Seasoned and neophyte journal writers discuss the Little Women author’s diaries and spend time writing their own. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
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agriculture Grafting Your Own Fruit Trees: Horticulturalists learn how to propagate their plants or keep heirlooms growing. Preregister. Elmore Roots Nursery, Wolcott, 1-3 p.m. $10. Info, 888-3305, fruitpal@elmoreroots.com.
bazaars Vermont Maple Festival Antiques Show: See SAT.16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
dance Israeli Dance: Movers bring clean, soft-soled shoes and learn traditional circle or line dances. Partners not required. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 7:25-9:30 p.m. $2; free to first-timers. Info, 888-5706, portico@stowevt.net. ‘Palm of the Hand: Dances for Holy Spaces’: In choreographer Clare Byrne’s Palm Sunday presentation of solo and duet dances, the body is a means of language and meditation. Christ Church Presbyterian, Burlington, 3-4:30 p.m. $15 suggested donation. Info, 862-1898.
fairs & festivals Vermont Maple Festival: See FRI.15, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
‘Beyond Therapy’: See THU.14, 7:30 p.m.
film
‘Chicago’: See THU.14, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
‘Cedar Rapids’: See FRI.15, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
‘Evita’: See WED.13, 7:30 p.m.
Chandler Film Series: Local film critic Rick Winston introduces the 1954 Marlon Brando
‘Harvest’: See FRI.15, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Annual Pancake Breakfast: See SAT.16, 7 a.m.-noon. Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m. Flavors of the Valley: More than 50 farms and restaurants present local foods at the Upper Valley’s premier tasting event, and attendees eat it up. Hartford High School, White River Junction, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $8; free for children 6 and under; $25 maximum per family. Info, 291-9100, ext. 112. Pancake Breakfast: Diners say hello to members of the fire department over an all-youcan-eat meal. Offerings include flapjacks, hash browns, eggs, sausage, fruit and more. Proceeds support Williston’s emergency services. Williston Fire Station, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $5-8; free for kids 2 and under. Info, 878-5622. Sunday Dinner: Members of Food Salvage, a University of Vermont-sponsored club, prepare and serve a hot meal for the community. Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf, Burlington, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, foodsalvage@gmail.com.
health & fitness Open Meditation Classes: Harness your emotions and cultivate inner peace through the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Laughing River Yoga, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. $5-25 suggested donation. Info, 684-0452, vermont@rsl-ne.com.
kids ECHO Earth Weeks’ MudFest: See SAT.16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Easter Egg Skate: Families take to the rink to hunt for candy-filled orbs and participate in other “eggcellent” activities. Ice Barn, Milton, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $6; additional $2 for rentals; free skating for ages 4 and under. Info, 893-4237. Kids Snack & Story: Kids ages 3 and up nosh on bagels and eggs while listening to Ruth Heller’s story about egg-laying creatures called Chickens Aren’t the Only Ones. City Market, Burlington, 11-11:45 a.m. Free. Info, 861-9700. Read to a Dog: See SAT.16, 1-2 p.m.
language
Spring Festival of Plays: See THU.14, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
French-English Conversation Group: Novice and fluent French speakers brush up on their linguistics — en français. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.
‘The Best of the Nor’Easterns’: See WED.13, 7:30 p.m.
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Mud Season Variety Show: See FRI.15, 7:30 p.m.
The Met: Live in HD: Juan Diego Flórez stars in a broadcast of Rossini’s comic opera Le Comte Ory. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1 p.m. $16-23. Info, 748-2600. The Second City: The Chicagobased comedy troupe — which boasts an impressive alumni list including Bill Murray, Amy Poehler and Stephen Colbert — executes satirical wit in “Fair and Unbalanced.” Alexander Twilight Theatre, Lyndon State College, Lyndonville, 7:30 p.m. $21-25. Info, 748-2600. ‘Theophilus North’: See FRI.15, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. ‘now then again’: Refreshments and soup are provided at a lobby reading of Penny Penniston’s love story of two physicists who don’t believe in destiny. Depot Theatre, Westport, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 518-962-4449.
words ‘ComedyFix’: Jason Lorber hosts this standup show, featuring John Lyons, Sam Pelletier, Tony
Boston Legends All-Star Concert: Members of the J. Geils Band, Aerosmith, the Joe Perry Project, Jon Butcher Axis and other groups who have made their mark on New England music band together. Memorial Auditorium, Burlington, 7 p.m. $34.60-77.60. Info, 863-5966. Natasha Koval-Paden & Lazar Gosman: Piano and violin notes strike a chord in a program of works by 19th- and 20th-century composers. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433. Pete Sutherland & Patti Casey: The well-known Vermont folk musicians team up for a concert. Rochester High School, 4-6 p.m. $8-10. Info, 767-3732.
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FIND FUTURE DATES + UPDATES AT SEVENDAYSVT.COM/EVENTS The Klezmatics: The Grammy-winning superstars of klezmer infuse eastern European traditions with gospel, Arab, African and Balkan influences. See calendar spotlight. Ira Allen Chapel, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 656-4455. University Symphony Orchestra: The ensemble plays up its latest projects, including Cuban dance-hall music, a British masterwork, the world premiere of a Sowah Mensah work and the student concerto competition winner. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776.
sport Women’s Drop-In Soccer: Ladies — and sometimes gents — break a sweat while passing around the spherical polyhedron at this coedfriendly gathering. Beginners are welcome. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. $3. Info, 862-5091.
talks Jane Burton: The UVM master gardener offers tips on attracting and hosting pollinators in “The Three Bs: Gardening for Birds, Bees and Butterflies.” Sheldon Museum, Middlebury, 2-3 p.m. $10; preregister. Info, 388-2117. Matthew Seklecki: The St. Michael’s College senior presents research on the Vermont founder’s life and role in the American Revolution in “Ethan Allen: Hero or Rogue?” Ethan Allen Homestead, Burlington, 2-3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-4556.
theater ‘Chicago’: See THU.14, 2 p.m.
food & drink Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m. Community Herbalism Class: VCIH staff member Lisa Masé offers a lesson in “Deliciously Gluten-Free Cooking,” which explores making freshly milled flours from whole grains and adapting classic baked-goods recipes. Preregister. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 6:30-8 p.m. $10-12. Info, 224-7100, info@vtherbcenter.org. Kimchi Workshop: Linda Wooliever expounds the joys and benefits of fermented foods and shows how easy they are to make at home. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $7 for members; $9 for nonmembers. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202. Learn to Cook: Class participants aim to make delicious meals. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 10-11:45 a.m. Free. Info, 658-3585.
health & fitness Armchair Aerobics: See THU.14, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Aura Healing Clinic: People receive treatment for and feedback about their personal energy fields. Golden Sun Healing Center, South Burlington, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 922-9090. Free Herbal Clinic: Folks learn to improve their health with herbal medicines at a personalized, confidential consultation with faculty and students from the Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism. By appointment only. City Market, Burlington, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 861-9700. Strong Living Exercise: See THU.14, 8 a.m.
‘Evita’: See WED.13, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
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Spring Festival of Plays: See THU.14, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
After School Programs: See THU.14, 3:30 p.m.
‘The Best of the Nor’Easterns’: See WED.13, 2 p.m.
Children’s Craft Programs: Youngsters ages 3 to 12 get friendly with art supplies. Call for project details. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, ext. 308.
‘Wasabi: A Dragon’s Tale’: The No Strings Marionette Company tells a modern fable focusing on the plight of puppet Princess Aja, who gets carried off by a seven-foot dragon. Vergennes Opera House, 2 p.m. $6-8; free for kids 2 and under. Info, 877-6702.
One World Library Project Anniversary Party: Worldly bibliophiles celebrate with Japanese crafts, games and storytelling, as well as tea and treats. Lawrence Memorial Library, Bristol, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 453-4147.
Music With Raphael: See THU.14, 10:45 a.m. Stories With Megan: Preschoolers ages 2 to 5 expand their imaginations through storytelling, songs and rhymes. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.
music Mad River Chorale Rehearsals: No auditions are necessary to join this community choir, which meets weekly to give voice to song selections from America’s greatest composers. Harwood Union High School, South Duxbury, 6:45-8:45 p.m. Free. Info, 496-4781.
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Recorder-Playing Group: Musicians produce early folk and baroque melodies. Presto Music Store, South Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-0030, info@prestomusic.net.
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‘Harvest’: See FRI.15, 7 p.m.
Turntablism & Music Production Presentation: Burlington’s DJ-training school the LAB sheds light on the history and evolution of turntable music production. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, noon-2 p.m. Free. Info, 863-8500.
‘Cedar Rapids’: See FRI.15, 7 p.m.
‘Spend Smart’: See THU.14, 10 a.m.-noon. Free.
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talks Nicolae Pojoga & Tyrone Shaw: Two photographers show the face and aftermath of ethnic cleansing in a mixed-media presentation, “Karabakh: Europe’s Next War?” Library and Learning Center, Johnson State College, 2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1394, tyrone.shaw@jsc.edu.
words Marjorie Cady Memorial Writers Group: Budding wordsmiths improve their craft through “homework” assignments, creative exercises and sharing. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 388-2926, cpotter935@ comcast.net. Poetry Alive! 2011 Poetry Display: See WED.13, all day. Writing Workshop: Writer and activist Rick Bass offers guidance to aspiring environmental writers, in the East Room. Withey Hall, Green Mountain College, Poultney, 4-5:15 p.m. Info, 287-8926.
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Maple Leaf Quilters Biannual Auction: Needleworkers bid on donated fabrics, threads, sewing tools and other crafting supplies. Godnick Adult Center, Rutland, 6-8:50 p.m. Free. Info, 672-5327.
etc. ‘Catwalk for Water: An ECO Fashion Show’: Models strut their stuff in recycled garments designed by O’Briens Aveda Institute students as part of the beauty school’s clean water protection campaign. Proceeds support the Lake Champlain Committee. Club VENUE, Colchester, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $10 in advance; $15 at the door. Info, 6589591, ext. 3. Green Career Fair: Can you rake it in without wrecking the planet? Students learn about opportunities at eco-friendly Vermont companies. Alliot Student Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2733. Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Initiative: The Humane Society of Chittenden County offers a day of reduced-price spaying and neutering for cats. Registration required; free transportation provided; cats must travel in carriers. Winooski Community Center, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $50 for surgery; $5 for rabies vaccination; $10 for distemper vaccination; $10 for flea treatment. Info, 862-0135, ext. 11. ‘Send Silence Packing’: UVM student organization Active Minds hosts a powerful display of 1100 backpacks — representing the number of college students’ lives lost to suicide each year — mixed in with moving personal stories to spark a discussion about the second-leading cause of death among this demographic. Rain
‘Harvest’: See FRI.15, 7 p.m.
Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m. Springtime Luncheon: Friends celebrate the season with a special meal. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, noon. $3 suggested donation. Info, 658-3585.
games Intergenerational Game Day: Preschoolers from the Burlington Children Space get together with seniors for puzzles and board and card games. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 658-3585.
health & fitness Laughter Yoga: What’s so funny? Giggles burst out as gentle aerobic exercise and yogic breathing meet unconditional laughter to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health and wellbeing. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 355-5129.
kids After School Programs: See THU.14, 3:30 p.m. Children’s Craft Programs: See MON.18, 1-3 p.m. Children’s Story Hour: Two- to 5-year-olds tune in for audible prose. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, aldrichlibrary@charter.net. Children’s Story Time: See WED.13, 10:30 a.m. Creative Tuesdays: Artists engage their imaginations with recycled crafts. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. ECHO Earth Weeks’ MudFest: See SAT.16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Kids Story Hour: Literature hounds show up for tall tales. East Barre Branch Library, kids under 3 meet at 10 a.m.; ages 3 to 5 meet at 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 476-5118. Lego Club: Children connect colorful blocks to create masterful structures of their own design. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Music With Robert: The host of a weekly folk- and world-music show on VPR explores tunes with music lovers of all ages. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. North Hero Pajama Story Time: Listeners show up with blankets for bedtime tales. North Hero Public Library, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Open Computer Time: Teens play games and surf the web on library laptops. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. School Vacation Program: Friends of feathered flappers fashion bird houses or nest crafts. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 10-11:30 a.m. $10-15 per child and one accompanying adult. Info, 434-2167. tue.19
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Toussaint St. Negritude: The poet and musician presents “Songs of the Wild Blue Conifers,” a multiinstrumental solo performance of his literary art. Local poets, including the St. Johnsbury House Poets, also read their work. Gallery, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 3 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 473-4012.
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Poetry Alive! 2011 Poetry Display: See WED.13, all day.
Infant Story Hour: Kiddos up to age 2 absorb spoken-word yarns. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, aldrichlibrary@ charter.net.
site: Silver Maple Ballroom, Davis Center. On the green between the Davis Center and Baily-Howe Library, UVM, Burlington, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 922-1212.
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ECHO Earth Weeks’ MudFest: See SAT.16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
University Concert Choir & Catamount Singers: Each ensemble vocalizes its latest projects. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776.
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South hero PlaygrouP: Free play, crafting and snacks entertain children and their grown-up companions. South Hero Congregational Church, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Story time for totS: Three- to 5-year-olds savor stories, songs, crafts and company. CarpenterCarse Library, Hinesburg, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 482-2878. toddler Story time: Tots 3 and under discover the wonder of words. Carpenter-Carse Library, Hinesburg, 9:30-10 a.m. Free. Info, 482-2878.
language PauSe Café: French speakers of all levels converse en français. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088.
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green mountain ChoruS: Men who like to sing learn four-part harmonies at an open meeting of this all-guy barbershop group. St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 505-9595.
seminars Water Quality BuSineSS forum: Business owners learn about the current water-testing and reporting requirements in a presentation by Clearwater Filtration. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 9-10:30 p.m. Free. Info, 496-8994.
talks BoB murPhy: The Efficiency Vermont specialist discusses available tax credits, rebates and financing programs to improve your home’s energy efficiency in “Energy Saved Is Money Saved.” New England Federal Credit Union, Williston, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 879-8790. riCk BaSS: The writer gives a talk titled “Competing Stakeholders’ Values & Convergence on Policy: A Discussion on Environmental Philosophy.” East Room, Withey Hall, Green Mountain College, Poultney, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 287-8926.
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words Book diSCuSSion: ‘When CultureS meet’: Page turners focus on tomes, such as William Cronon’s Changes in the Land, that explore early contact between Europeans and Champlain Basin natives. Walden Community Library, West Danville, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 563-2630. Book talk: ‘the Joy of CheeSemaking’: Authors Marc Druat and Jody Farnham of the Vermont Institute of Artisan Cheese discuss their craft and give a demonstration. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 229-0774. Poetry alive! 2011 Poetry diSPlay: See WED.13, all day.
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lunCh & learn: Speaker Charlie Nardozzi speaks about horticultural landscaping in “Pruning Basics.” Gardener’s Supply, Williston, noon-12:45 p.m. Free. Info, 658-2433.
business kelley marketing meeting: Marketing, advertising, communications, social-media and design professionals brainstorm help for local nonprofits over breakfast. Nonprofits seeking help apply online. Room 217, Ireland Building,
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Champlain College, Burlington, 7:45-9 a.m. Free. Info, 865-6495.
etc. autiSm PreSentation: Maple Leaf Clinic’s Dean Mooney hosts a screening of “Social Thinking Across the Home and School Day,” a video by Michelle Garcia Winner. Wallingford Elementary School, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 446-3577.
film ‘Cedar raPidS’: See FRI.15, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. ‘harveSt’: See FRI.15, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. ‘the grateful dead movie’: Deadheads screen a never-before-seen interview with Jerry Garcia and archival concert footage in this flashback “rockumentary.” Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $12.50. Info, 660-9300.
food & drink ChoColate-diPPing demo: See WED.13, 2 p.m.
games SCraBBle CluB: Adults spell it out while raking in the points for clever combinations. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
health & fitness gentle yoga: Participants increase flexibility, lubricate joints and massage organs with this exercise. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 9 a.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 658-3585.
kids BaBytime: See WED.13, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Children’S Craft ProgramS: See MON.18, 1-3 p.m. Children’S Story time: See WED.13, 10:30 a.m. eCho earth WeekS’ mudfeSt: See SAT.16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. high SChool Book grouP: Bookworms crack open all manner of tomes, from plays to graphic novels to short stories. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. iCe Skating for homeSChoolerS: See WED.13, noon-2 p.m. maSk-making WorkShoP: Kids ages 9 and up become masters of disguise as they draw on circus history and Vermont’s wildlife in “Hiding in Plain Sight.” Preregister. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. $15-20. Info, 656-2090. middle SChool Book grouP: Young people dish about their current reads. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. montgomery Story hour: See WED.13, 10-11 a.m.
music lenten organ reCital: Arthur Zorn takes listeners on a spiritual journey in sound through improvisations and works by Bach, Pachelbel, Rinck and Hesse. Bethany Church, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 223-2424, ext. 224. muSiC reCital: Liam Gluck, ’12, and Katie Dunleavy, ’12, interweave melodies with words in a piano and vocal collaboration. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.
talks BenSon leCture: riCk BaSS: The speaker has published and edited more than 25 books and spent the last two decades working to protect the Montana wilderness from development and logging. Green Mountain College, Poultney, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 287-8926. Jeffrey ameStoy: In “The Supreme Court Argument That Saved the Union,” the former Vermont Chief Justice details the thrilling tale of Richard Henry Dana Jr.’s oral argument before the Court in the Prize Cases. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. John Cramer: The former physics professor and part-time Westport resident discusses his theories of quantum physics, which inspired Penny Penniston’s play now then again. Whallonsburg Grange Hall, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-962-4449. linda Peavy & urSula Smith: Two speakers quote historical letters in “Ma’s Vermont or Pa’s Montana? The Shipman Family Dilemma of 1881.” Gilbert Hart Library, Wallingford, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 446-3366. roBert St. John: The American Legion commander and post historian shares his research on the mutual-aid veterans organization and its local members. American Legion Post 912, Rouses Point, N.Y., 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 297-2064. Sam hemingWay: As part of the “Story Crafters” lecture series, this Burlington Free Press reporter details the challenges of news writing. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
theater ‘evita’: See WED.13, 7:30 p.m. ‘hairSPray’ kiCkoff meeting: In anticipation of the fall show, Lyric Theatre Company’s artistic and production teams look for singers, dancers and crew members who aren’t afraid of a little aerosol. Auditorium, South Burlington High School, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 658-1484. ‘Sylvia’: Actress Kathryn Blume takes a turn on all fours in A.R. Gurney’s play about a man in the throes of a midlife crisis who takes home a stray dog — much to the dismay of his wife. Presented by Vermont Stage Company. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.30-32.50. Info, 863-5966.
words Book diSCuSSion SerieS: ‘orCheStrated StorieS’: Bookworms pore over Tananarive Due’s Joplin’s Ghost, which offers a fictional interpretation of the famous composer. Hartland Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 436-2473. nataSha tretheWey: The Pulitzer Prizewinning poet explores such topics as biracial identity, Southern literature, Hurricane Katrina, African American history and more. John Dewey Lounge, Old Mill Building, UVM, Burlington, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-5665. Poetry alive! 2011 Poetry diSPlay: See WED.13, all day. ‘the Big read’ Book diSCuSSion: As part of a nationwide reading program, associate professor of English at Norwich University Lea Williams leads a chat about Tim O’Brien’s The Things They Carried. Brown Public Library, Northfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 485-4621. m
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PAINTING: PLEIN-AIR: May 11-Jun. 1, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $90/nonmembers, $81/BCA members. Location: Firehouse Center, Burlington. Come paint outdoors and explore Vermont’s best lake and mountain views! Students will work with composition, color, shadow and lights, and rendering techniques at a new site each week. Some instruction in watercolor painting will be provided. Open to all levels. Please bring your paint/ medium of choice. Limit: 12.
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JEWELRY: PENDANTS & EARRINGS: May 3-24, 6-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Tue. Cost: $120/nonmembers, $108/ BCA members. Location: BCA Clay Studio, 250 Main St., Burlington. Design and create your own jewelry to wear. In this four-week class, learn to make a set of earrings and a pendant using different silversmith techniques like etching and enameling. Take with Handmade Necklace Chains to make a full eight-week class! Material fees are not included. Limit: 12.
dance DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Cost: $13/class. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 598-1077, info@ salsalina.com. Salsa classes, nightclub-style. One-onone, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Argentinean Tango class and social, Fridays, 7:30 p.m., walkins welcome. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout! LEARN TO SWING DANCE: Cost: $60/6-week series ($50 for students/seniors). Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info: lindyvermont.com, 860-7501. Great fun, exercise and socializing, with fabulous music. Learn in a welcoming and lighthearted environment. Classes start every six weeks: Tuesdays for beginners; Wednesdays for upper levels. Instructors: Shirley McAdam and Chris Nickl.
STREET ART/GRAFFITI: Jun. 20-24, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Reception: Fri., 3:30 p.m. Cost: $400/ course. Location: Davis Studio, 4 Howard St., Burlington. Try out various materials and techniques such as spray painting, stenciling, stickers, wood block printing, marker pens, fine brush detailing and more. Experiment with lettering styles. Work on both small- and large-scale pieces on plywood. Guest artists will guide us in unique art activities and exercises. Ages 12-17. Limit: 8. FASHION DESIGN INTENSIVE, LEVEL III: Jul. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fashion Show: Fri., 3:30 p.m. Cost: $400/5-day option, Mon.-Fri. $350/4-day option, Tue.-Fri. Location: Davis Studio, 4 Howard St., Burlington. We’ll start out with sketches and illustrations. Learn specialty hand stitches, advanced sewing techniques and characteristics of various fabrics. Whether you decide to create designer pants, shorts,
GET IT DONE AVOID FALSE STARTS: Apr. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $15/2-hr. class. Location: Jazzercise Fitness Center-Colchester, 948 Hercules Dr., Colchester. Info: Elizabeth Lemieux, 999-3784, Elizabethsleap@gmaill.com. Do you start something, lose heart, not finish? On the wrong track? Life derailed your plans? Join life coach Helen Hipp to learn why! Learn why thoughts without action or action without thought equals same stuff, different day. Take home tips and strategies to empower yourself. Make 2011 your year! MAKING YOUR KIT BAG WORKSHOP: Apr. 23, 10 a.m.1 p.m. Cost: $15/workshop. Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 2447909. A one-day experiential workshop that helps students identify those items, ideas and pieces of information that can support them in times of spiritual crisis. An invaluable adjunct to the spiritual journey and helpful for anyone who works with his or her dreams. Led by Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author. MIDLIFE TRANSITIONS: LETTING GO & MOVING FORWARD: Apr. 26-May 10, Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $99/series. Location: Coaching Center of Vermont, 1 Main St., Suite 3, Winooski. Info: Marty Garrett Coaching, Marty Garretts certified life and relationship coach, 865-3213, coachmarty45@ yahoo.com, martygarrett.com. A workshop for women 40+ who are navigating change: This experiential workshop, led by Marty Garrett, certified coach, will create a safe space for you to explore transitions. In the company of other women, you’ll experience the three phases of
WOMEN BEGINNER WALK/ RUN CLASS: Apr. 27-Jul. 13, 5:45-7 p.m., Weekly on Wed. Cost: $45/series until Apr. 20; $50 Apr. 21-May 4. Location: Williston Central School recreation path, 195 Central School Dr., Williston. Info: Michele Morris, 598-5625, michele@firststridesvermont. com, firststridesvermont.com. First Strides is a proven, fun, 12-week program that uses encouragement and training to improve the fitness, selfesteem and support network of women of all ages and abilities. Walkers and beginning runners welcome. Registration forms available online, at Women’s Source for Sports and Fleet Feet. Registration closes May 4.
first aid WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER: May 25-Jun. 3, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Cost: $800/ course. Location: The Flashbulb Institute, Burlington. Info: The Flashbulb Institute, 881-0419, info@theflashbulb. org, theflashbulb.org. The Flashbulb Institute is hosting SOLO Wilderness Medical School to conduct this course. The Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is the recognized industry standard for those who work as backcountry trip leaders, conservation team leaders, camp counselors and outdoor guides.
fitness ZUMBA PARTY!: Apr. 20, 6-8 p.m. Location: Champlain College, 262 S. Willard St., Burlington. Info: Champlain College, Nakeeya Deas, 6515960, ndeas@champlain. edu, champlain.edu. Get your swerve on Champlain College style! Dance the night away with funky, Latin-inspired, easyto-follow dance moves! Zumba, the class that is taking the world by storm. Bring a cannedfood donation.
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LEARN TO DANCE W/ A PARTNER!: Cost: $50/4week class. Location: The Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington, St. Albans, Colchester. Info: First Step Dance, 598-6757, kevin@firststepdance.com,
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MINDFUL EATING W/ LISA MASE: Apr. 28, 5:30-7 p.m. Cost: $30/workshop. Location: The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, 34 Oak Hill Rd., Williston Village. Info: 8728898, AyurvedaVermont.com/ classes. Harmonized Cookery: In this hands-on workshop you will gain strategies to make time in your life for cooking and savoring meals, learn to hear your body’s signals for
LIDS: Apr. 20-May 25, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $175/nonmembers, $157.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts, 250 Main St., Burlington. Learn techniques to make at least five different styles of handles. Learn how to pull, fold and alter spouts into new and strange appendages that actually pour! Must be able to center and pull walls with at least two pounds of clay. Over 20 hours per week of open studio time included! Limit: 10.
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ADVANCED DRAWING TECHNIQUES: Jul. 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Reception: Fri., 3:30 p.m. Cost: $400/ course. Location: Davis Studio, 4 Howard St., Burlington. Focus on perspective, composition and shading techniques. Work with a variety of subjects (still life, nature, cartoons, human form, animals, architecture, etc.). Students will be encouraged to take risks and stretch their abilities while developing their own individual style and creative approach. Ages 12-17. Limit: 8.
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FUNDAMENTALS OF AYURVEDIC MEDICINE: Apr. 30May 1, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Cost: $75/ incl. lunch & snacks. Location: 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909. Learn the basic principles of the healing science of ancient India, pulse diagnosis and how to treat some common conditions using the healing science of ancient India. Led by Dr. Paul Bacon, DC, director of the Advanced Spine Health and Wellness Center, Portsmouth, N.H. Suitable for CEUs.
BCA offers dozens of weeklong summer art camps for ages 3-14 in downtown Burlington from June to August – the largest selection of art camps in the region! Choose full- or halfday camps – scholarships are available. See all the camps and details at burlingtoncityarts.com.
SHAPES OF MODERN DANCE: Techniques & Practices: Mon., 6:45-8:15 p.m. Cost: $15/$14 w/ class card. Location: Burlington Dances (Chace Mill, top floor), 1 Mill St., 372, Burlington. Info: Burlington Dances, Lucille Dyer, 863-3369, Info@BurlingtonDances.com, BurlingtonDances.com. Taught by a series of guest movement artists, this class includes modern, improvisation and choreographic forms, ballet (barre and center adagio), emerging and synthesis forms, the question of multimedia, site specifics, Pilates, somatic awareness, dance notation, and traditional Eastern martial arts. Get experience, come to class at Burlington Dances.
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SHAKESPEARE UNPLUGGED: Mon., May 2, 9, 16 & 23: 4-5:30 p.m. (ages 11-18); 6:30-8:30 p.m. (ages 18+). Cost: $80/early bird fee; $100/after Apr. 15. Location: Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main St., Montpelier. Info: Lost Nation Theater, Lost Nation Theater, 229-0492, info@lostnationtheater.org, lostnationtheater.org. Taught by Margo Whitcomb (former associate artistic director of the Tony-winning ACT in San Francisco). The classes introduce (or solidify) the foundation of performing Shakespeare. Through text analysis, vocal and physical strengthening, and expanding imaginative skills, participants will bring the words of Shakespeare alive in his best plays and sonnets.
FirstStepDance.com. Come alone, or come with friends, but come out and learn to dance! Beginning classes repeat each month, but intermediate classes vary from month to month. As with all of our programs, everyone is encouraged to attend, and no partner is necessary. Three locations to choose from!
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DESIGNING W/ STONE, STATUARY & WATER: Apr. 23, 9:30-11 a.m. Cost: $10/ class. Location: Gardener’s Supply Burlington Store, 128 Intervale Rd., Burlington. Info: 660-3505, gardenerssupplystore.com. Learn how to use these elements effectively to add artistry, create focal 652-4548 points, and set a style or mood. flynnarts@flynncenter.org Presenter: Charlotte Albers. required. 1x1-FlynnPerfArts093009.indd 1 9/28/09 3:32:51 Preregistration PM SUMMER CAMPS ENROLLING PREPPING BEDS FOR NOW!: Ages 12-18: Fri., Apr. 8, SEEDLINGS: Apr. 16, 9:30-11 & Sat., Apr. 9. Location: Flynn a.m. Location: Gardener’s Center for the Performing Supply, 128 Intervale Rd., Arts, Burlington. Auditions for Burlington. Info: 660-3505, three summer youth theater gardenerssupplystore.com. productions: jazzy musical “A My seeds are thriving, what’s Year with Frog & Toad,” sociallynext? The perfect follow-up for conscious farce “Urinetown, the every seed-starting attendee. Musical” and touring original Presenter: David Boucher. performance by the “TheaterSpace is limited. Call to register. in-Action Team.” Detailed audiPRUNING BASICS: Apr. 20, 12tion packet, music and more 12:45 p.m. Location: Gardener’s available at flynnarts.org. Call Supply Williston Store, 472 652-4537 or email flynnarts@ Marshall Ave., Williston. flynncenter.org for an audition Info: 658-2433, gardentime slot. erssupplystore.com. Lunch
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THEATRICAL SCENE TECHNIQUE W/ BROADWAY SCENIC ARTIST DANA HEFFERN: Adults & older teens: Sun., May 1, 8, 15, & 22, 12-3 p.m. Cost: $175/incl. materials. Location: Lyric Warehouse, Burlington. Dana Heffern painted the scenery you saw on the Flynn stage this year in Spring Awakening and Spamalot, as well as countless other Broadway shows. Learn as she shares techniques and photos (process shots and finished products) from these shows and more. You’ll practice wood graining, stone, brick, tile, texture (crackle, gilding) and adding tone or age to make scenery look so bad that it’s good!
& Learn Educational Series. Instructed by Charlie Nardozzi. Registration not required. Free. WHAT’S NEW FOR 2011 IN ANNUALS, PERENNIALS, TREES & SHRUBS: Apr. 27, 1212:45 p.m. Location: Gardener’s Supply Williston Store, 472 Marshall Ave., Williston. Info: 658-2433, gardenerssupplystore.com. Lunch & Learn Educational Series. Instructed by Denyse Butler-Ayres. Registration not required. Free.
healing REMEMBERING THOSE LOST: Apr. 16-17, 9 a.m. Cost: $80/9-4 Sat.; 9-1 Sun. Location: JourneyWorks office, 11 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: JourneyWorks, Michael Watson, 860-6203, mwatsonlcmhc@hotmail.com, journeyworksvt.com. Too often, in our culture, grieving, and remembering our loved ones who have passed into the next world, is done alone. In this two-day, arts-based workshop, participants will have an opportunity to share the work of remembering, grieving and healing in a supportive, smallgroup setting.
herbs 150-HOUR CHINESE HERB PROGRAM: Sep. 24, 2011-Jun. 18, 2012. Cost: $1,750/150 hours. Location: Elements of Healing, 21 Essex Way, suite 109, Essex Jct. Info: Elements of Healing, Scott Moylan, 2888160, elementsofhealing@verizon.net. This program will teach the fundamentals of Chinese medicine theory, as well as a detailed study of assessment skills. We will cover well over 100 commonly used herbs and formulas for health and illness. This class is appropriate for beginners, as well as other health care practitioners. HERBS FROM THE GROUND UP: May 2-Oct. 17, 9:30 a.m.- 3 p.m., Weekly on Mon. Cost: $850/115hr. apprenticeship. Location: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism’s Learning Gardens, 200 Wood Rd., Middlesex. Info: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Lisa Mase, 2247100, lisa@vtherbcenter. org, vtherbcenter.org. This experiential apprenticeship focuses on home herb gardening to grow and maintain one’s own apothecary. Students learn soil amendment, seed starting, garden design, planting, harvesting, medicine making, composting. Unique element includes growing Asian medicinal species. Students will take field trips to local gardens/ wild-crafting sites of interest to round out knowledge. HONORING HERBAL TRADITION 2011: Cost: $850/9 a.m.-5 p.m. 1 Sat./mo. for 8 mos. Location: Horsetail Herbs, 134 Manley Rd., Milton. Info: Horsetail Herbs, Kelley Robie, 893-0521, htherbs@comcast. net, Horsetailherbs.org. Herbal apprenticeship program held on a horse farm. Covers herbal therapies; nutritional support; diet; detox; body systems; medicine making; plant identification; tea tasting; plant spirit medicine and animal communication; wild foods; field trips; iridology; women’s, children’s, men’s and animal health! Textbook and United Plant Saver membership included. VSAC grants available.
WISDOM OF THE HERBS SCHOOL: Wisdom of the Herbs Certification Program begins Apr. 23-24 & runs 1 weekend/ mo. through Nov. We are currently interviewing for this program. Wild Edibles spring/ summer term will be held May 8, Jun. 5 & Jul. 10, & summer/ fall term will be held Aug. 21, Sep. 18 & Oct. 16. Plan ahead & apply now for VSAC nondegree grant for 2011 programs while funds are plentiful. Location: Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury. Info: 456-8122, annie@wisdomoftheherbsschool. com, wisdomoftheherbsschool. com. Earth skills for changing times. Experiential programs embracing local, wild, edible and medicinal plants, food as first medicine, sustainable living skills, and the inner journey. Annie McCleary, director, and George Lisi, naturalist.
language ANNOUNCING NEW SPANISH CLASSES: Beginning week of Apr. 18 for 10 weeks. Cost: $160/10 1-hr. classes. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: Spanish in Waterbury Center, 585-1025, spanishparavos@ gmail.com, spanishwaterburycenter.com. New spring Spanish-class offerings. Learn from a native speaker in a small-class environment. You’ll always be participating and speaking. Also private instruction and tutoring. We specialize in lessons for young children; they love it! Convenient scheduling. See our website for complete information or contact us for details.
martial arts AIKIDO: Adult introductory classes begin on Tue., May 3, at 6:45 p.m. Join now & receive a 3-mo. membership (unlimited classes) & uniform for $175. Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St. (across from Conant Metal and Light), Burlington. Info: 951-8900, burlingtonaikido.org. Aikido is a dynamic Japanese martial art that promotes physical and mental harmony through the use of breathing exercises, aerobic conditioning, circular movements, and pinning and throwing techniques. We also
teach sword/staff arts and knife defense. The Samurai Youth Program provides scholarships for children and teenagers, ages 7-17. AIKIDO: Tue.-Fri., 6-7:30 p.m.; Sat., 9-10 a.m.; & Sun., 1011:30 a.m. Visitors are always welcome. Location: Vermont Aikido, 274 N. Winooski Ave. (2nd floor), Burlington. Info: Vermont Aikido, 862-9785, vermontaikido.org. Aikido trains body and spirit together, promoting physical flexibility with flowing movement, martial awareness with compassionate connection, respect for others and confidence in oneself. LGBTQ Intro: Wednesday evenings April 20-May 11, 5:45-6:45 p.m. $65 fee includes practice uniform. For more info or to register: lgbtqclass@ gmail.com. Beginners Intro: Tuesday evenings April 28-May 19, 6-7:30 pm. $65 fee includes practice uniform. VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Mon.-Fri., 6-9 p.m., & Sat., 10 a.m. 1st class is free. Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Rd., Williston. Info: 660-4072, Julio@bjjusa.com, vermontbjj. com. Classes for men, women and children. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu enhances strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and cardio-respiratory fitness. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training builds and helps to instill courage and self-confidence. We offer a legitimate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu martial arts program in a friendly, safe and positive environment. Accept no imitations. Learn from one of the world’s best, Julio “Foca” Fernandez, CBJJ and IBJJF certified 6th Degree Black Belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr., teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! A 5-time Brazilian JiuJitsu National Featherweight Champion and 3-time Rio de Janeiro State Champion, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
massage ASIAN BODYWORK THERAPY PROGRAM: Weekly on Mon., Tue. Cost: $5,000/500-hour program. Location: Elements of Healing, 21 Essex Way, suite 109, Essex Jct. Info: Elements of Healing, Scott Moylan,
288-8160, elementsofhealing@ verizon.net, elementsofhealing.net. This program teaches two forms of massage, Amma and Shiatsu. We will explore Oriental medicine theory and diagnosis as well as the body’s meridian system, acupressure points, Yin Yang and 5-Element Theory. Additionally, 100 hours of Western anatomy and physiology will be taught. VSAC nondegree grants are available. NCBTMB-assigned school. INTRO TO MASSAGE SCHOOL: Apr. 2, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Cost: $25/3-hr. class. Location: Touchstone Healing Arts School of Massage, 187 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info: Touchstone Healing Arts, Mark Adams, 658-7715, touchvt@ gmail.com, touchstonehealingarts.com. Our nine-month training fully prepares individuals for a rewarding career. You can expect personal and professional growth, detailed body sciences, exceptional massage technique and practice. Thirteen years of excellence!
meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Meditation instruction available Sunday mornings, 9 a.m.12 p.m., or by appointment. The Shambhala Cafe meets the first Saturday of each month for meditation and discussions, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. An Open House occurs every third Wednesday evening of each month, 7-9 p.m., which includes an intro to the center, a short dharma talk and socializing. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 So. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 658-6795, burlingtonshambhalactr.org. Through the practice of sitting still and following your breath as it goes out and dissolves, you are connecting with your heart. By simply letting yourself be, as you are, you develop genuine sympathy toward yourself. The Burlington Shambhala Center offers meditation as a path to discovering gentleness and wisdom.
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paranormal Be Very, Very, Afraid: Apr. 22-24. Location: Back Inn Time, St. Albans. Info: 881-1171, vermontspirits@gmail.com, vtspirits.com. Ever want to spend the night in or investigate a real haunted house? Here’s your chance. Stay overnight or just join the Vermont Spirit Detective Agency’s investigation of its favorite haunted inn, where we’ve had many personal experiences and caught evidence on our digital recorders.
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REIKI (USUI) LEVEL ONE: Cost: $175/Sat., April 16, 9:30 a.m.5:30 p.m. Location: Rising Sun Healing Center, 35 King St., #7, Burlington. Info: Chris Hanna, 881-1866, chris@risingsunhealing.com, risingsunhealing.com. Learn this powerful, handson-healing art for healing and personal growth and be able to give Reiki energy to yourself and others by the end of the class. Plenty of in-class practice time. Learn the history of Reiki and ethics of a Reiki practitioner. Individual classes and sessions available. Member VRA. Usui Reiki: 1st Degree: May 15, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Cost: $175/6hr. class. Location: Vermont Center for Energy Medicine, Hinesburg. Info: Vermont Center for Energy Medicine, Cindy Carse, 985-9580, cindy@ energymedicinevt.com, energymedicinevt.com. Learn Reiki, a traditional Japanese healing art that facilitates health and transformation on all levels (body, mind and spirit). Reiki can be supportive of any life path or career. In this class, you will be attuned to Reiki and trained to practice Reiki for yourself, loved ones, plants and animals.
A Mindful Journey through Grief w/ Tisha Shull: Apr. 21-May 12, 6-7:30 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $100/series, self-pay or Medicaid accepted. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: Tisha Shull, 658-9440. “Grieving allows us to heal.” Bereavement groups provide members the opportunity to share their feelings of grief while learning about the mourning process through hearing the experiences of others. This group will provide education, support, hope and healing for those who are working through feelings of loss and grief. Prescreening required.
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Snake-Style Tai Chi Chuan: Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: Bao Tak Fai Tai Chi Institute, 100 Church St., Burlington. Info: 864-7902, iptaichi.org. The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill.
SPRING BREAK Imagination Camp!: Apr. 18-22, 8:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. Cost: $300/5-day camp, incl. all materials. Location: wingspan Studio, 4A Howard St., Burlington. Spring Break Imagination Station Camp! Engage in creative, multifaceted projects combining the arts and the natural world. We’ll work in the studio and go on nature walks, dumpster diving to collect treasures and inspiration. Build, sculpt, paint, draw, print to create your own masterpieces!
Yang-Style Tai Chi: Help tsunami & earthquake victims, & learn Tai Chi, too! Join us for Tai Chi for Charity on Apr. 2. 100% of proceeds will be donated to ShelterBox, shelterboxusa.org. Beginner’s class, Wed., 5:30-6:50 p.m. All levels classes on Sat., 8:30-10 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.-noon. Cost: $16/ class, $60/mo. for 4 classes, $115/mo. for 8 classes, $160/12 classes (1 time per week for 3
Summer Camp at wingspan Studio: Jun. 20-Jul. 25, 8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., Weekly on Sun. Cost: $300/1 week, incl. all materials. Location: wingspan Studio, 4A Howard St., Burlington. Summer: The University of Possibilities Series. Ages: Session I, III, IV, V, 6-13 years. Session II, Teen Week, 13-18 years. I: Creative Adventure, Jun. 20-24. II: Teen Art Exploration, Jun. 27-Jul. 1.
yoga EVOLUTION YOGA: Daily yoga classes for all levels from $5-$14, conveniently located in Burlington. 10-class cards and unlimited memberships available for discounted rates. Mon.-Fri. @ 4:30 p.m., class is only $5!. Location: Evolution Yoga, Burlington. Info: 8649642, yoga@evolutionvt.com, evolutionvt.com. Evolution’s certified teachers are skilled with students ranging from beginner-advanced. We offer classes in Vinyasa, Anusarainspired, Kripalu, and Iyengar yoga. Babies/kids classes also available! Prepare for birth and strengthen postpartum with pre/postnatal yoga, and check out our thriving massage practice. Participate in our community blog: evolutionvt.com/ evoblog. Laughing River Yoga: Daily yoga classes & monthly yoga workshops. $13 drop in; $110 for 10 classes. By-donation classes ($5-$15 suggested) Mon.-Fri. at 9 a.m. & Mon.-Thu. at 7:30 p.m. Location: Laughing River Yoga, 1 Mill St., Chace Mill, suite 126, Burlington. Info: Laughing River Yoga, 343-8119, emily@laughingriveryoga.com, laughingriveryoga.com. Yoga studio downstairs in the Chace Mill. Experienced and compassionate teachers offer Kripalu, Jivamukti, Vajra, Flow, Yin, Restorative, Kundalini, Iyengar and Groove yoga. Educate yourself with monthly workshops and class series. Lots of light. River view. Parking. All levels welcome! Deepen your understanding of who you are. Laughter Yoga Leader Training: Cost: $295/2-day seminar. Location: Coaching Center of Vermont, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski. Info: New Season Coaching, Dwayna Covey, 522-7496, dwayna@ newseasoncoaching.com, newseasoncoaching.com. Laughter Yoga is a play-based method of exercise, using breath and movement as the focus to bring laughter (or more laughter) into your life. Laughter helps break down inhibitions and clears the way for positive energy to flow. It is
about finding balance at work, rest and play! Old School Ashtanga Workshop!: Fri. 6-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Cost: $250/16-hr. workshop. Location: Yoga Vermont, Contois Auditorium, Burlington City Hall, Burlington. Info: Yoga Vermont, Kathy McNames York, 238-0594, kathy@yogavermont.com, yogavermont.com. David Swenson and Shelley Washington will be back in Burlington leading an ashtanga yoga extended weekend workshop. 16 hours over three days. CEUs available. Guaranteed to be fun and educational for all. No previous ashtanga experience necessary. Renew your practice, increase your understanding and maybe learn to jump through. Yoga at the Ayurvedic Center: Mon., Tue. & Wed. evenings beginning in Apr. Cost: $14/class drop-in rate, discounted if purchased as a series. Location: The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, Williston Village. Info: 872-8898, ayurvedavermont.com. The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont is offering three yoga class series this Spring. Kundalini Yoga with Sarab Kaur, Beginner Hatha Yoga with Allison Morse and Ayuryoga (Ayurveda and Yoga) with Scott Marion. See AyurvedaVermont.com/classes for dates, times and more information. Please preregister by calling 872-8898. m
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Silkscreen Printing w/ Natasha Bogar: May 4-25, 6-9 p.m., Weekly on Wed. Cost: $225/course. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 5 School St., Stowe. Info: 253-8358, helenday.com. Students will construct their own silkscreens and design prints using pencil
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Introduction to Alchemy: Apr. 28-May 19, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $60/ class. Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909. Learn how you are living alchemy and discover what transformations lie ahead for you in this experiential workshop derived from Carl Jung’s insights and theories. Led by Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.
Jung and the New Science: Apr. 27-May 18, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $60 Location: 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909. Enjoy an intellectual challenge in this course that compares the old and emerging paradigms of science in light of Carl Jung’s theories of the psyche. Led by Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.
mos.), $300/3 mos. unlimited classes. Location: Vermont Tai Chi Academy & Healing Center, 180 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Turn right into driveway immediately after the railroad tracks. Located in the old Magic Hat Brewery building. Info: 318-6238. Tai Chi is a slow-moving martial art that combines deep breathing and graceful movements to produce the valuable effects of relaxation, improved concentration, improved balance, a decrease in blood pressure and ease in the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Janet Makaris, instructor.
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Natural Bodies Pilates: For a whole new body. Daily classes & private sessions Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, Chace Mill, top floor, 1 Mill St., suite 372, Burlington. Info: 863-3369, lucille@ naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. April special: Two-for-one duet pricing on introductions to Pilates Reformer sessions! Two students, three sessions, one low price. Schedule your sessions through May 15. Reform your body, move with confidence and grace, and cultivate your expressive spirit in a creative atmosphere with Joe Pilates Reformer Exercise.
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ALL Wellness: Location: 208 Flynn Ave., Studio 3A (across from the antique shops, before Oakledge Park), Burlington. Info: 863-9900, allwellnessvt. com. We encourage all ages, all bodies and all abilities to discover greater ease and enjoyment in life by integrating Pilates, physical therapy, yoga and nutrition. Come experience our welcoming atmosphere, skillful, caring instructors and light-filled studio. Join us for a free introduction to the reformer, every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.: Just call and reserve your spot!
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on McLean doesn’t want to talk about “American Pie.” You can hardly blame him, though. Despite a 40-plus-year career, the songwriter is almost singularly identified with that iconic, eight-and-a-halfminute folk-rock tune. Released on an album of the same name in 1971, it ruled the charts for four weeks, and now ranks fifth on the Recording Industry Association of America’s 365 Songs of the Century. So, what did Seven Days do when we spoke with McLean in advance of his Tupelo Music Hall show this weekend? We asked him about “American Pie,” of course. But rather than focus on what the song “means,” or on any statement
McLean might have been making with it, we wanted to know if he felt the song was as much curse as blessing. It certainly made him a star. But it also overshadowed the remainder of his musical output. Was “American Pie” a doubleedged sword? “I don’t answer those questions,” said McLean coolly. Uh … OK. Why not? “Think about it and you’ll come up with the answer.” Perhaps it’s because music fans, scholars and journalists have spent the past four decades dissecting the tune, which recounts the “day the music died”: that is, the day in 1959 that a plane crash killed pop stars Buddy Holly, Ritchie
Valens and the Big Bopper (Jiles Perry Richardson Jr.). McLean himself is on record for never analyzing the song. Of his cryptic lyrics he says, “They’re beyond analysis. They’re poetry.” While legions of English majors may defend the viability of deconstructing poetry, McLean can be excused for declining to navel gaze. Maybe he just wrote a song, like any of a hundred others he’s written and never analyzed. Maybe he’s just tired of explaining himself to reporters. Maybe he’s run out of things to say. Or maybe he’s irritated about Weird Al Yankovic’s Star Warsthemed send-up, “The Saga Begins.” Granted, it is among Weird Al’s lamer efforts. McLean will forever be linked to a single song, but he’s far from a one-hit wonder. He has charted with several other tunes that he penned (“Vincent,” in 1972) or covered (Roy Orbison’s “Crying,” in 1981). Furthermore, to call “American Pie” a mere “hit” is a gross understatement. “Wannabe” by the Spice Girls was a hit. Love it or hate it, “American Pie” is historic. And yet McLean is not usually mentioned in the same breath as Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell or other “great” American songwriters of the same era. Ironically, “American Pie” itself may be partially to blame. “It’s dangerous to do anything that is a phenomenon,” McLean says. “And that song was a phenomenon. What happens is that people go all ga-ga and get weird, and they just don’t behave rationally toward the song or toward you. In that sense, it messes up any logical career progression.” After American Pie, McLean released a pair of albums — a self-titled record in 1972 and a 1973 covers album, Playin’ Favorites — that intentionally eschewed any stylistic or thematic relation to the song that put him on the musical map. Neither album fared well commercially. By 1976, McLean had been dropped from two labels. Following a brief resurrection in the early 1980s with “Crying,” he again disappeared from the public eye. In the decades since, his career has been something of a roller-coaster ride, marked by fleeting resurgences of interest — usually related to “American Pie,” as when Madonna covered it in 2000.
McLean considers himself an outsider — perhaps a strange assertion, given his fame. He says he never had the same countercultural ideals as his folkie contemporaries — including his early mentor, Pete Seeger — who were virulently antiestablishment. “I enjoyed being around people in that scene,” McLean recalls. “But one of the reasons I walked away from that in the 1970s was that … there was a lot of hatred. People that hated everything about America and hated everything about everything.” In other words, McLean was antiantiestablishment. Surprisingly, he cites “American Pie” to illustrate that disconnect. The song “is a perfect representation of me, and it’s a very good representation of the fusion aspect of my music, which is: I have fused together early popular music, ’50s rock and roll, and folk music,” he says. “Most songwriters who were in the singer-songwriter bag pretty much rejected establishment popular music. Their music was supposed to be the antiestablishment music. But I did not do that. I didn’t care … So, that’s why I’m an odd bird.” And he continues to be. Despite another recent resurgence following successful international tours, McLean says he’s calling it quits. For him, the day the music died was not when Buddy Holly’s plane crashed but April 19, 2010 — the date his last album, Addicted to Black, was released in the United States. Though the 66-year-old will continue to tour for as long he’s able, he says that record will be his last composed of original material. It seems that Don McLean no longer believes in rock and roll. “There is no more music business. It’s finished,” he says. “I’m not going to go out there and constantly be flogging some album that I care about and no one else gives a damn about. The hell with that. I’ve done my best work, and I’ve said most everything I have to say.” So, bye-bye … well, you know.
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top prize in last weekend’s Middlebury Battle of the Bands championship — and made me look good by defending their designation as the odds-on favorite, according to my fictional gambling lines. The Rutlandbased indie-folk outfit’s victory lands them the opening slot at this year’s spring concert at Middlebury College, which is usually kind of a big deal. Previous headliners have included CAKE, WYCLEF JEAN and — I’m not making this up — NAUGHTY BY NATURE. This year’s headliner has yet to be announced, though STC drummer MATT MARRO writes that he’s secretly hoping for GWAR. That makes two of us, Matt. DAN HALEY has a new project,
and mandolinist GEORGE WHITE and percussionist CARTER STOWELL. The band, whose original tunes veer more into traditional Americana and folk than does Haley’s solo work, debuted at JOE ADLER’S weekly Burgundy Thursdays series a few months ago. They return to the scene of the crime, Parima’s Main Stage, this Friday. Warning! GRACE POTTER news ahead! Potter and her merry band of NOCTURNALS have been tabbed to headline the inaugural Bonnaroo Buzz Tour, which kicks off next month, apparently to help raise the profile of the tragically underpromoted Tennessee music fest. (Yes, that last part was facetious.) The Buzz Tour isn’t coming anywhere close to VT. But when GPN arrive at the big festaroo in June, they’ll share the main stage with the DECEMBERISTS, MY MORNING JACKET and ARCADE FIRE. So they’ve got that going for them, which is nice.
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Local “other music” cassettetape label NNA Tapes has had a nice run of late. Following a string of shows at South by Southwest in Austin last month, label cofounder TOBY ARONSON guest posted on Pitchfork sister site Altered Zones, espousing the virtues of local trash-pop savant JOEY PIZZA SLICE/SON OF SALAMI and his wondrously strange new video for “Fresh Baguettes.” That track appeared on Slice’s most recent record, A Study in Eraser Headless Recording. This Friday at the Firehouse … er, BCA Center, NNA Tapes will team up with experimental composer GREG DAVIS to present an evening of typically challenging sounds and innovative sonic concepts featuring PALMETTO MOON ELECTRONIC GROUP, DRIPHOUSE, and locals HARMONIZER, TOOTH ACHE and DJ TURKEY P (NNA Tapes’ MATT MAYER). And just who are those masked men (and woman)? Glad you asked. Palmetto is a solo side project of Charleston, S.C.’s ERIC LANHAM — aka CARL CALM — who also performs as one half of improvisational electronic duo CABOLADIES. Left to his own (usually electronic) devices, Lanham’s
work, technically speaking and according to his press materials, “focuses primarily on live sample manipulation of analog and digital synthesizers and drum machines, microcassette and field recordings. Lanham performs live on hardware samplers and modular synthesizer, creating synthetic landscapes and abstract fractured rhythms.” Or, in lay terms, dude makes some cuh-razy-ass noises. In all seriousness, Lanham creates truly fascinating and dense soundscapes, as does Brooklyn’s Driphouse, aka Darren Ho. The psychedelic drone artist was once a member of now-defunct Iowa City band RACCOO-OOOON, but now operates on his own, crafting uniquely strange drones and releasing music under multiple names and on multiple vaunted noise and experimental labels, including NNA. On a side note, it’s nice to see that Davis is performing again. He’s kept an understandably low profile since becaming a dad for the first time a few months ago. But Harmonizer, his collaboration with Aronson, marks a welcome return to the stage.
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1/2 LoungE: clancy Harris (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. DJ Kanga presents: The Lounge Lizard (hip-hop), 9 p.m.
Volcano,
CLub MEtronoME: Reverse Neutral Drive, Lendway (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
Silver
Franny o's: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.
Surfer, & Other Vaporizers
HigHEr grounD sHoWCasE LoungE: Kina Grannis, imaginary Friend (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., $12. AA. LEunig's bistro & CaFé: Jenni Johnson Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. LiFt: DJs P-Wyld & Jazzy Janet (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. ManHattan Pizza & Pub: Open mic with Andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free. MonkEy HousE: Beat Vision with DJ Disco Phantom (eclectic DJ), 9 p.m., $1.
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nECtar's: Funkwagon, Lynguistic civilians (funk), 9 p.m., $5. 18+.
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on taP bar & griLL: Pine street Jazz, 7 p.m., Free.
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PariMa aCoustiC LoungE: The Newest secret with DJ Gunner & DJ siduktiv (eclectic DJs), 9 p.m., $5.
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PariMa Main stagE: Nervous but Excited (folk), 7:30 p.m., $5.
PHX
raDio bEan: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free.
Pure
rED squarE: Nick cassarino Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. DJ cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free.
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sHELburnE stEakHousE & saLoon: carol Ann Jones (country), 8 p.m., Free.
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big PiCturE tHEatEr & CaFé: Valley Night with G13 (hip-hop), 8 p.m., $5 donation.
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(standup), 9 p.m., Donations.
MuLLigan's irisH Pub: Open mic with John Lackard, 9 p.m., Free. PurPLE Moon Pub: 440hz: Fox, Hock and Jones (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free.
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City LiMits: Karaoke with Let it Rock Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free. on tHE risE bakEry: Open Bluegrass session, 8 p.m., Free.
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MaCkLEMorE
was curiously absent from the Seattle hip-hop scene that had embraced him since he was a high school student passing around crudely recorded demo tapes. Substance abuse sapped the MC’s artistic inspiration and for five years robbed fans of one of the Emerald City’s brightest stars. Now sober and partnered with noted producer
ryan LEWis, Macklemore is back and making the most of his renewed lease on life, as
well as the finest music of his career. Catch him at the Higher Ground Ballroom this Thursday with Lewis and Canadian sensation sHaD.
kisMEt: Extempo (storytelling), 8 p.m., $5. 10/22/10 3:52:20 PMLangDon strEEt CaFé: comedy Open mic
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tWo brotHErs tavErn: Open mic Night, 9 p.m., Free.
northern
bEE's knEEs: Dave Keller (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Moog's: The Ramblers (country), 8 p.m., Free.
regional
MonoPoLE: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free.
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burlington area
1/2 LoungE: Dusty Jewels (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Danger Zone with DJs Rob Ticho & R2 (house), 10 p.m., Free. CLub MEtronoME: Yo mama's Big Fat Booty Band, Dr. Ruckus (funk), 9 p.m., $5. Franny o's: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. tHE grEEn rooM: DJ Fattie B (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. HigHEr grounD baLLrooM: macklemore, Ryan Lewis, shad (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $10/12. AA. LEunig's bistro & CaFé: mike martin & Geoff Kim (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. LiFt: Get LiFTed with DJs Nastee & Dakota (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free.
MonkEy HousE: Black Lodge presents Des Ark, Pygmy Lush, sweet Hound, Wax mice, swimming Pools (indie), 9 p.m., $10. 18+. nECtar's: soundrabbit (folk rock), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.
champlain valley
51 Main: mandy Poon (piano), 8 p.m., Free. on tHE risE bakEry: Open mic, 7:30 p.m., Donations.
o'briEn's irisH Pub: DJ Dominic (hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., Free.
tWo brotHErs tavErn: DJ Dizzle (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free.
on taP bar & griLL: Left Eye Jump (blues), 7 p.m., Free.
northern
PariMa Main stagE: Burgundy Thursdays with Joe Adler, Justin Levinson and Josh Glass, Phil Yates & the Affiliates, megan Luttrell (singersongwriters), 8:30 p.m., $3.
CLairE's rEstaurant & bar: Dan Haley is mr. casual (rock), 7:30 p.m., Free.
bEE's knEEs: matt Bolton (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
raDio bEan: Jazz sessions, 6 p.m., Free. shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., Free. The unbearable Light cabaret (eclectic), 10 p.m., $3. soul session (soul), 11 p.m., $3.
Moog's: sweet and Lowdown (acoustic), 8 p.m., Free.
rasPutin's: 101 Thursdays with Pres & DJ Dan (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.
riMroCks Mountain tavErn: DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
rED squarE: selector Dubee (reggae), 6 p.m., Free. A-Dog Presents (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
roaDsiDE tavErn: marc Brisson & Friends (rock), 6 p.m., Free.
rED squarE bLuE rooM: DJ cre8 (house), 9 p.m., Free.
regional
ParkEr PiE Co.: seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7:30 p.m., Free.
rí rá irisH Pub: Longford Row (irish), 8 p.m., Free.
MonoPoLE: m.A.G.s. (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
tHE skinny PanCakE: shannon Hawley, Kristen Graves (folk), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.
MonoPoLE DoWnstairs: Gary Peacock (singersongwriter), 10 p.m., Free.
vEnuE: Karaoke with steve Leclair, 7 p.m., Free.
oLivE riDLEy's: Karaoke with Benjamin Bright and Ashley Kollar, 6 p.m., Free. Therapy Thursdays with DJ NYcE (Top 40), 10:30 p.m., Free.
central
grEEn Mountain tavErn: Thirsty Thursday Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. LangDon strEEt CaFé: The One and Only Wes Hamilton (acoustic), 8 p.m., Donations. Alec Gross (acoustic), 9 p.m., Donations. nutty stEPH's: Bacon Thursdays with Noble savage (electro), 10 p.m., Free. sLiDE brook LoDgE & tavErn: Open mic, 7 p.m., Free. Quisqueya (jazz-rock), 9 p.m., Free. DJ Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
tabu CaFé & nigHtCLub: Karaoke Night with sassy Entertainment, 5 p.m., Free.
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1/2 LoungE: myra Flynn (neo-soul), 7 p.m., Free. Bonjour-Hi! (house), 10 p.m., Free. baCkstagE Pub: Karaoke with steve, 9 p.m., Free. FRi.15
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the “hardest working man in VT hip-hop” tag I saddled him with some years back. B has been touring all over the country, most recently playing a few dates with the ROOTS’ BLACK THOUGHT in Chicago and Denver. He’s also finishing up a new full-length and plotting a possible summer tour in Europe with COPYWRITE of RJD2’s crew MEGAHERTZ (MHZ). This Saturday, he’ll grace local audiences with his presence at Positive Pie 2 in Montpelier, appearing with INSPECTAH DECK and REKS as part of a quick New England tour. The show is brought to you by our good friends at Halogen Records, who will also present Philly’s PHILADELPHIA SLICK this Friday at Piecasso in Stowe. And also…
At this point you may be wondering what my favorite email was. That honor goes to the PR dude for Canadian rapper SHAD, who writes that the MC “is the best thing to happen to Canada since CELINE DION moved to Las Vegas.” Zing! Shad opens for MACKLEMORE at the Higher Ground Ballroom this Thursday.
…this Saturday at Nectar’s, opening for the Roots’ ?UESTLOVE, who’ll be spinning a DJ set following the band’s appearance at the UVM Springfest earlier that day. Yes, really. Local turntable Jedis LAZERDISK PARTY SEX are also on the bill.
Speaking of hip-hop, local mover and shaker BURNTMD has more than lived up to
Happy birthday, Higher Ground. The area’s marquee juke joint enters its awkward teen years when it turns 13 this Friday. In fact, I’m told the club has already started
growing hair in funny places and is having trouble speaking in a consistent register. In celebration, local jam torchbearers TWIDDLE and local WEEN tribute act BROWN GOLD take to the Ballroom stage. Happy birthday also to CRAIG
MITCHELL. The renowned
house DJ turns the big fouroh this week. In his honor, Red Square will throw a Birthday Party Extravaganza on Wednesday, April 20. Happy anniversary, Less Digital, More Manual: Record Club. DJ DISCO PHANTOM celebrates one full year of impromptu, audience-fueled mixes and mashups at Radio Bean this Saturday with an extended jam version of his biweekly residency. Coincidentally, Saturday is also national Record Store Day. Neat. You can catch DP doing his regular thing at a few killer indie-rock shows this week, as well. He’ll aid the cause at the Monkey House this Monday, spinning between BEACH FOSSILS, CRAFT SPELLS and PARMAGA, and then again on Wednesday, April 20, at the BCA Center with SWALE and COLIN-frigginSTETSON. More on him next week. In the meantime, just plan to be there, m’kay? Welcome home, BILL MULLINS. The stoic local guitar hero has been gallivanting about Austin with alt-country
bumpkin LOWELL THOMPSON, who moved there earlier this year. Mullins is back, and back in the saddle with at least one of the roughly 47 bands to which he lends his incomparable chops, the PERSIAN CLAWS, who rock Langdon Street Café this Friday with fellow B-town garage band the TOES. Apropos of nothing: I’ve had
DON MCLEAN’s “American Pie”
stuck in my head nonstop since speaking with him last week. (See the story on page 58.) Make it stop. Dear God, please make it stop.
It’s that time of the month again … er, for MILDRED MOODY’s 12v-Nectars041311.indd Full Moon Masquerade at Parima’s Main Stage. As I’ve mentioned a few times now, the monthly howl at the moon is among the best regular parties in town. This month’s incarnation features drummer DAN RYAN’s new band SPANK, and of course, Mildred Moody.
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Last but not least, spring is upon us! And not because of the gradually warming weather, but because the annual Burlington Discover Jazz Festival press conference is Wednesday, April 13. Tune into 7D’s music blog, Solid State, that afternoon for a full rundown of this year’s lineup.
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Once again, this week’s totally self-indulgent column segment, in which I share a random sampling of what was on my iPod, turntable, CD player, 8-track player, etc., this week.
04.13.11-04.20.11
Listening In
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rock band Elephants of Scotland boast my favorite name on this week’s docket, keyboardist ADAM RABIN sent my second favorite email. In it he writes, “I realize that admitting to a music writer that we’re a prog-rock band is akin to handing him a rifle while wearing a target and antlers. But there it is. We’re prog-rock. Our rehearsals tend to run late because we’re constantly sidetracked by conversations about YES, RUSH, GENESIS, KING CRIMSON and, weather permitting, ASIA.” Awesome. The band makes its debut performance this Saturday at the Monkey House with POOLOOP and — wait for it — one-man Rush-tribute act LEFTY AND THE LEFTOUTS.
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Some things are worth the wait. That will likely be the refrain soon sung by fans of songwriter
MEGAN SLANKARD.
After a four-year layoff, the Bay Area tunesmith has finally unveiled A Token of the Wreckage, the long-awaited follow-up to her critically acclaimed
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but still boasts the same wide-eyed charm that has long endeared her to SAT.16 // MEGAN SLANKARD [SINGER-SONGWRITER]
$12 advance $15 door www.positivepie.com 22 State St., Montpelier
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BANANA WINDS CAFÉ & PUB: Leno & Young (rock), 7:30 p.m., Free. CLUB METRONOME: No Diggity: Return to the ’90s (’90s dance party), 9 p.m., $5.
HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Twiddle, Brown Gold (jam, Ween tribute), 8:30 p.m., $10/13. AA. HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Seven Days Singles Party, 7:30 p.m., $5.
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THE GREEN ROOM: DJ Oh-J Freshhh (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
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JP'S PUB: Dave Harrison's Starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. LIFT: Salsa Friday with DJ Hector Cobeo (salsa), 9 p.m., Free. NECTAR'S: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. The Brew, Jeff Bujak (rock), 9 p.m., $5. ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Paydirt (rock), 5 p.m., Free. Smokin' Gun (rock), 9 p.m., Free. PARIMA MAIN STAGE: Two Shoes Off (Americana), 7 p.m., $3. Gold Town, Midnight Jones (bluegrass), 10 p.m., $5. PARK PLACE TAVERN: Nomad (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free.
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RADIO BEAN: The Motivated Sequence (rock), 8 p.m., Free. I Love You (rock), 9 p.m., Free. Mail the Horse, the Crack Up (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
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SLIDE BROOK LODGE & TAVERN: Quisqueya (jazz-rock), 9 p.m., Free.
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ON TAP BAR & GRILL: The Hitmen (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
51 MAIN: Stuck in the Middle (a cappella), 7 p.m., Free.
PARIMA ACOUSTIC LOUNGE: The Fizz (rock), 7:30 p.m., $3.
CITY LIMITS: Top Hat Entertainment Dance Party (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free.
PARIMA MAIN STAGE: Sent Daffe & Abdul present African Party (DJ), 10 p.m., $9.
ON THE RISE BAKERY: Raphael Groten Quartet (world music), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
RADIO BEAN: Less Digital, More Manual: Record Club, 2 p.m., Free. Peter Squires and Wren Kitz (folk), 7 p.m., Free. Elise Hayes (singer-songwriter), 8:45 p.m., Free. Torpedo Rodeo EP release, Dr. Green (surf-punk, rock), 10 p.m., Free.
TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: ’80s Night, 10 p.m., Free.
northern
BEE'S KNEES: Red Hot Juba (cosmic Americana), 7:30 p.m., Donations. THE HUB PIZZERIA & PUB: Eames Brothers Band (mountain blues), 9:30 p.m., Free. PIECASSO: Philadelphia Slick (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5. RIMROCKS MOUNTAIN TAVERN: Friday Night Frequencies with DJ Rekkon (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. ROADSIDE TAVERN: Buddah's Band (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
OLIVE RIDLEY'S: Benjamin Bright (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m., Free. Glass Onion (rock), 10 p.m., NA.
REGULAR VETERANS ASSOCIATION: Red Stellar & the Workin' Man Band (country), 7 p.m., $5. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB: Supersounds DJ (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE: Lula & Son (folk), 8 p.m., $5 donation.
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CHARLIE O'S: KuFui, Lava Moss (rock), 10 p.m., Free. GREEN MOUNTAIN TAVERN: DJ Jonny P (Top 40), 9 p.m., $2. LANGDON STREET CAFÉ: Persian Claws, the Toes (garage rock), 9:30 p.m., Donations.
MONKEY HOUSE: Elephants of Scotland, Pooloop, Lefty and the Leftouts (prog rock), 9 p.m., $4. NECTAR'S: Matthew Pop and Haley Bowery (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. ?uestlove, Lazerdisk Party Sex, Philadelphia Slick (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $20.
RED SQUARE: Rick Redington (rock), 6 p.m., Free. Full Tang (funk), 9 p.m., $5. Nastee (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $5. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Stavros (house), 10 p.m., $5.
JP'S PUB: Dave Harrison's Starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free.
TUPELO MUSIC HALL: John Jorgenson Quintet (acoustic), 8 p.m., $25. AA.
RASPUTIN'S: DJ ZJ (hip-hop), 10 p.m., $3.
BIG PICTURE THEATER & CAFÉ: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.
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THE RESERVOIR RESTAURANT & TAP ROOM: DJ Slim Pknz All Request Dance Party (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free.
regional
RUBEN JAMES: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 10:30 p.m., Free.
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the Skinny Pancake in Burlington this Saturday with PATRICK DYER WOLF.
Grand Re-opening
party
the folk-pop set. Slankard performs at
MONOPOLE: Tim Herron Corp. (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
SAT.16
burlington area
1/2 LOUNGE: Bob Wagner (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. SinOrgy DJs: T-Watt, R2 & QDO (house), 10 p.m., Free. BACKSTAGE PUB: Night Train (rock), 9 p.m., Free. CLUB METRONOME: Retronome (’80s dance party), 10 p.m., $5. FRANNY O'S: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. THE GREEN ROOM: Bonjour-Hi! presents DJ Craig Mitchell (house), 10 p.m., Free. HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Future Rock, the Polish Ambassador, Wyllys (live electronica), 9:30 p.m., $12/14. AA. HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Flashback Dance Party (house), 9 p.m., $6. AA.
RASPUTIN'S: Nastee (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. RED SQUARE: DJ Raul (salsa), 5 p.m., Free. Myra Flynn's Guest List (neo-soul), 6 p.m., Free. Hi8us (rock), 9 p.m., $5. DJ A-Dog (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $5. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB: The Beantown Project (rock), 10 p.m., Free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE: Megan Slankard, Patrick Dyer Wolf (folk rock), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.
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CHARLIE O'S: Rusty Souls (rock), 10 p.m., Free. LANGDON STREET CAFÉ: Live Music, 9 p.m., Donations. POSITIVE PIE 2: Inspectah Deck, Reks (hip-hop), 10:30 p.m., $15. 18+. THE RESERVOIR RESTAURANT & TAP ROOM: Paydirt (rock), 10 p.m., Free. TUPELO MUSIC HALL: The Smithereens (rock), 8 p.m., $45. AA.
champlain valley
51 MAIN: Diallo House (jazz), 9 p.m., Free. CITY LIMITS: Dance Party with DJ Earl (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free. TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Gordon Stone Band (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $3.
northern
BEE'S KNEES: Z-Jaz (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Donations. THE HUB PIZZERIA & PUB: Reggae Night with Top Draw Sound, 9:30 p.m., Free. RIMROCKS MOUNTAIN TAVERN: DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. SAT.16
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sound asleep,” she sings with creepy innocence. Imagine Chucky the doll’s less murderous female cousin and you’re on the right track. The album begins in earnest with the title cut. Vocalist and guitarist Christine Mathias gets her Donita Sparks on early, spitting rapid-fire venom that would do the L7 front woman proud. Behind Mathias, Kelly Riel unfurls a nimble, rolling bass line, as Jane Boxall nips at her heels with snarling drums. Trading distortion for jangle, “Trash” is a leaner, more melodically adventurous cut. Mathias is delightfully unhinged as she ponders the peculiar narcissism and vulnerability involved in songwriting. Her delivery is less aggressive here and she occasionally wavers in pitch as a result. That’s certainly not a deal breaker in punk. And, if anything, her hesitant delivery illustrates the insecurities implied in her musings. Doll Fight! come out swinging on “TV & You & Me,” which bristles with slobbering punk rage. These are no dainty ladies, a fact driven home by the song’s vicious call-and-response chorus.
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The disc’s closing track, “Insomnia,” is something of a centerpiece as well as the song that inspired the entire suite of material. As they do on most cuts here, Doll Fight! deliver a surprisingly complex arrangement — at least for the genre. But they do so with enough haphazard zeal to avoid neutering the song’s ragged intensity. It’s a fine balance to strike, and one the band mostly manages from start to finish. Morning Again is a roundly impressive, if all too brief, debut. Doll Fight! play the Hub teen center in Bristol this Saturday, April 16.
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On a strictly local level, punk rock has traditionally been a male-dominated pursuit. But the new all-girl Doll Fight! aim to alter that landscape with their riot-grrrl-inspired debut, Morning Again. In the span of a scant nine tracks and 18 minutes, the trio serves up enough punk fury to rival just about any boy group in recent memory. An intro track sets the album’s strange thematic tone. Over a kooky jumble of assorted noises seemingly lifted out of an old Saturday-morning kids variety show, a thin, juvenile female voice — presumably that of one of the band’s namesake dolls — ruminates on the queer conundrum of being a narcoleptic doctor and missing phone calls from dying patients. “My beeper beep-beeps when someone needs me quick / I always have to hurry cuz they might be sick / I want to help the people who go beep, beep, beep / But sometimes they call me when I’m
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Remember rock? Not the hyperhyphenated, overly sensitive, pseudoartsy offshoots with schizophrenic names like indie-rock, jam-rock, pop-rock, funk-rock, post-rock, Fragglerock, etc. Rather, the kind of music you blare from the stereo of your Trans Am on the highway at 3 a.m. The kind of music that treats “feelings” like discarded beer cans. Music whose artistic significance is measured in sweat, blood and other bodily fluids. Balls-out, four-on-the-floor, gangly rockandfuckingroll. Remember that? The boys from local Rock — capital “R” — outfit Dr. Green do. And with their latest record, Outcast, they offer a needed reminder of just how potent raw rock can be. The album opens on the title track. A lean guitar riff introduces the tune, tearing through a few progressions before the entire band enters, following suit with punk-ish urgency. Bassist and vocalist Dave DeCristo’s clean baritone cuts through the miasma with steely reserve. The singer’s voice is set somewhat back in the mix, his calculated cool juxtaposed with the band’s fiery intensity. “Down On Society” is next and downshifts to sludgy blues-rock. While it’s more informed by classic hard rock than is the preceding cut, it’s a fitting complement and showcases the band’s versatility. So does the following track, a gritty, garage-blues scorcher called “Steppin’ Stone.” “Down On 82nd” switches gears again, featuring a far more melodic lead. DeCristo opens up vocally and is more expressive than on previous cuts. Guitarist Derek Siegler adds some nice
textures on backing vocal harmonies as the tune cruises along with driving, late-night swagger. On “I Believe,” DeCristo indulges his inner Eddie Vedder, coming perilously close to aping the Pearl Jam front man’s signature croon. Dr. Green clearly have an affinity for 1990s-era alt-rock and grunge. This is the most overt nod, at times recalling the more aggressive moments from Pearl Jam’s Vitalogy. “Devil Don’t Ride” continues the grunge assault with grimy guitars blazing; a killer half-time breakdown is followed by a searing solo from Siegler. Outcast closes on “You Think Your Alright.” Dr. Green deploy four different drummers on various tracks throughout the record, including Jason Corbiere, Chris Myers and Corey Wilhelm. Here, DeCristo showcases his percussion chops, further highlighting his versatility. He also plays keys, and engineered and produced the album with Siegler. Dr. Green aren’t exactly a throwback. But their brand of efficient, no-frills rock harks back to simpler eras of rock music, refreshingly trading more on intensity and raw emotion than on haughty artistic concepts. Catch Dr. Green at Radio Bean this Saturday, April 16, with Torpedo Rodeo.
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yo MaMa’s big faT booTy band claim to be “ready to shake the
world, one cheek at a time.” Featuring blazing horns, steamy vocals and sizzling low-end grooves, the North Carolina-based sextet’s latest album, Doin’ It Hard, is likely to make good on that promise. The festival circuit darlings’ quest for global
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gluteus domination continues at Club Metronome this Thursday. Local funky bunch dR. RuCkus opens.
5 days a
slide bRook lodge & TaveRn: tattoo tuesdays with andrea (jam), 5 p.m., Free.
northern
bee's knees: alan Greenleaf & the Doctor (bluesfolk), 7:30 p.m., Donations. The hub pizzeRia & pub: sam averbuck (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
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Club MeTRonoMe: 4/20 after party with the Edd, DJ Helixx and monikkor (jam), 10 p.m., $5. fRanny o's: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.
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Monopole: Rock against Rape (rock), 10 p.m., Free. olive Ridley's: Glass Onion (rock), 10 p.m., Na. Tabu Café & nighTClub: all Night Dance party with DJ toxic (top 40), 5 p.m., Free.
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1/2 lounge: Funhouse with DJs Rob Douglas, moonflower & Friends (house), 7 p.m., Free. bCa CenTeR: NNa tapes and Greg Davis present Driphouse, carl calm, Harmonizer, tooth ache., DJ turkey p (experimental), 9:30 p.m., $7. Club MeTRonoMe: Black to the Future (urban jamz), 10 p.m., Free. higheR gRound ballRooM: iron & Wine, the Low anthem (indie folk), 9 p.m., $25/27. aa. higheR gRound showCase lounge: melissa Ferrick, meg Hutchinson (singer-songwriters), 7:30 p.m., $15/17. aa. Monkey house: comedy Night: Kathleen Kanz, Nathan Hartswick, mo Diaz, Will Betts, umberto, sam pelletier, Brian clifford, Roger miller (standup), 7 p.m., $5. neCTaR's: mi Yard Reggae Night with Big Dog & Demus, 9 p.m., Free. paRiMa Main sTage: mildred moody's Full moon masquerade with spank (rock), 9 p.m., $5. Radio bean: Old time sessions (old-time), 1 p.m., Free. trio Gusto (gypsy jazz), 5 p.m., Free.
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langdon sTReeT Café: Elise Hayes (acoustic), 3 p.m., Donations. Tupelo MusiC hall: Don mcLean (singersongwriter), 5 p.m. & 8 p.m., $50/55. aa.
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1/2 lounge: DJ Kanga presents: The Lounge Lizard (hip-hop), 9 p.m. Jen crowell (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free.
Roadside TaveRn: The adams (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
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Two bRoTheRs TaveRn: monster Hits Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.
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51 Main: Quizz Night (trivia), 7 p.m., Free.
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Radio bean: The stephen callahan Quartet (jazz), 6 p.m., Free. Honky-tonk sessions (honky-tonk), 10 p.m., $3.
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bee's knees: cody michaels (piano), 11 a.m., Donations. Kevin Greenblott and seth Whittier (singer-songwriters), 7:30 p.m., Donations. sweeT CRunCh bake shop: stefani capizzi (folk), 10:30 p.m., Free. ye olde england inne: corey Beard, Dan Liptak and Dan Haley (jazz), 11:30 a.m., Free.
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1/2 lounge: Half-FRO Beat mondays with DJ Brian-eye (afrobeat), 10 p.m., Free. neCTaR's: metal mondays with Nefarious Frenzy, Ravens, Withheld (metal), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. on Tap baR & gRill: comedy Open mic, 5:30 p.m., Free. Open mic with Wylie, 7 p.m., Free. Radio bean: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free. Red squaRe: industry Night with Robbie J (hiphop), 8 p.m., Free. Hype ’Em (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. Rozzi's lakeshoRe TaveRn: trivia Night, 8 p.m., Free. Ruben JaMes: Why Not monday? with Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
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higheR gRound showCase lounge: Zion i and the Grouch, One Be Low, the shotgun Wedding Quintet, 7 p.m., $15/17. aa. leunig's bisTRo & Café: paul asbell & clyde stats (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. lifT: DJs p-Wyld & Jazzy Janet (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. ManhaTTan pizza & pub: Open mic with andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free. Monkey house: Beat Vision with DJ Disco phantom (eclectic DJ), 9 p.m., $1. neCTaR's: Funkwagon, Lynguistic civilians (funk), 9 p.m., $5. 18+. on Tap baR & gRill: Leno & Young (rock), 7 p.m., Free. paRiMa Main sTage: The Newest secret with DJ Gunner & DJ siduktiv (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5. Radio bean: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free. Red squaRe: The amida Bourbon project (folk rock), 7 p.m., Free. craig mitchell's 40th Birthday Bash (house), 10 p.m., Free. DJ cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. shelbuRne sTeakhouse & saloon: carol ann Jones (country), 8 p.m., Free.
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langdon sTReeT Café: Barn Owl collective (poetry), 8 p.m., Donations.
champlain valley
51 Main: Blues Jam, 8 p.m., Free.
1/2 lounge: poe Jazz (poetry), 7 p.m., Free. Rewind with DJ craig mitchell (house), 10 p.m., Free.
CiTy liMiTs: Karaoke with Let it Rock Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free.
Club MeTRonoMe: Bass culture with DJs Jahson & Nickel B (electronica), 9 p.m., Free.
on The Rise bakeRy: matt schrag and Friends (acoustic), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
higheR gRound showCase lounge: Bayside, Jaded (rock), 8 p.m., $0.99. aa.
Two bRoTheRs TaveRn: Open mic Night, 9 p.m., Free. Open mic, 8 p.m., Free.
leunig's bisTRo & Café: cody sargent trio (jazz), 7 p.m., Free.
northern
MonTy's old bRiCk TaveRn: Open mic Night, 6 p.m., Free.
bee's knees: Fiske & Herrera (folk), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
neCTaR's: Dirk Quinn Band, Bounce Lab (funk), 9 p.m., $5. 18+.
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on Tap baR & gRill: trivia with top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free.
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higheR gRound ballRooM: Eoto, Eliot Lipp (live electronica), 11 p.m., $15/20. aa.
Monopole: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free. m
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51 mAiN, 51 Main St., Middlebury, 388-8209. bAr ANtiDotE, 35C Green St., Vergennes, 877-2555. brick box, 30 Center St., Rutland, 775-0570. thE briStoL bAkErY, 16 Main St., Bristol, 453-3280. cAroL’S huNgrY miND cAfé, 24 Merchant’s Row, Middlebury, 388-0101. citY LimitS, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919. cLEm’S cAfé 101 Merchant’s Row, Rutland, 775-3337. DAN’S PLAcE, 31 Main St., Bristol, 453-2774. thE fArmErS DiNEr, 99 Maple St., Middlebury, 458-0455. gooD timES cAfé, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444. oN thE riSE bAkErY, 44 Bridge St., Richmond, 434-7787. South StAtioN rESAurANt, 170 S. Main St., Rutland, 775-1730. StArrY Night cAfé, 5371 Rt. 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-6316. tWo brothErS tAVErN, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002.
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bEE’S kNEES, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 888-7889. thE bLuE AcorN, 84 N. Main St., St. Albans, 527-0699. thE brEWSki, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366. choW! bELLA, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405. cLAirE’S rEStAurANt & bAr, 41 Main St., Hardwick, 472-7053. thE hub PizzEriA & Pub, 21 Lower Main St., Johnson, 635-7626. thE LittLE cAbArEt, 34 Main St., Derby, 293-9000. mAttErhorN, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198. muSic box, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533. oVErtimE SALooN, 38 S. Main St., St. Albans, 524-0357. PArkEr PiE co., 161 County Rd., West Glover, 525-3366. PhAt kAtS tAVErN, 101 Depot St., Lyndonville, 626-3064. PiEcASSo, 899 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4411. rimrockS mouNtAiN tAVErN, 394 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-9593. roADSiDE tAVErN, 216 Rt. 7, Milton, 660-8274. ruStY NAiL bAr & griLLE, 1190 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-6245. thE ShED rEStAurANt & brEWErY, 1859 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4765. ShootErS SALooN, 30 Kingman St., St. Albans, 527-3777. SNoW ShoE LoDgE & Pub, 13 Main St., Montgomery Center, 326-4456. SWEEt cruNch bAkEShoP, 246 Main St., Hyde Park, 888-4887. tAmArAck griLL At burkE mouNtAiN, 223 Shelburne Lodge Rd., E. Burke, 626-7394. WAtErShED tAVErN, 31 Center St., Brandon, 247-0100. YE oLDE ENgLAND iNNE, 443 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-5320.
Community. Continuity. Creativity. Courage. Please join us on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, 6:00 - 8:30 pm for the First Annual Green Mountain Environmental Leadership Awards Ceremony. Hosted by FreePressMedia and ECHO. C
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Awards Ceremony, Introduction of Judges Presentations of awards: What a Great Idea!, Courage in Leadership, and Citizen Scientist
What a Great Idea! Going “Blue”/Lake Champlain, International Nursery Launch/Branch-Out Burlington! Pellet Stoves/Vermont Sustainable Heating Initiative Tech Recycling/Small Dog Electronics “Free-air” Refrigeration/ Richard Travers
Courage in Leadership No! – Industrial Wind Power/Vermonters for a Clean Environment Yes! - Industrial Wind Power/Green Mountain Power Calkins Natural Area/South Burlington Land Trust Amphibian Crossing/Monkton Conservation Commission Population Growth/Population Media Center
Citizen Scientist Milfoil Eradication/Lake Fairlee Association Toxics Monitoring/The Lake Champlain Committee Floodplain Forest Invasives/ Camels Hump Middle School School-wide Composting/ Ferrisburgh Central School
The Green Mountain Environmental Leadership Awards were created by ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center and FreePressMedia to recognize environmental stewards and their initiatives that have shaped, inspired, encouraged and supported successful and long-term leadership of Vermont’s rich and diverse natural environment. Advisory Committee Annie Bourdon John Ewing Ben Rose Darby Bradley Chris Kilian Mara Welton Elizabeth Courtney Madeline Kunin Mike Winslow
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ArVAD’S griLL & Pub, 3 S. Main St., Waterbury, 244-8973. big PicturE thEAtEr & cAfé, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994. thE cENtEr bAkErY & cAfE, 2007 Guptil Rd., Waterbury Center, 244-7500. chArLiE o’S, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820. cJ’S At thAN WhEELErS, 6 S. Main St., White River Jct., 280-1810. grEEN mouNtAiN tAVErN, 10 Keith Ave., Barre, 522-2935. guSto’S, 28 Prospect St., Barre, 476-7919. hEN of thE WooD At thE griSt miLL, 92 Stowe St., Waterbury, 244-7300. hoStEL tEVErE, 203 Powderhound Rd., Warren, 496-9222. kiSmEt, 52 State St. 223-8646.
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1/2 LouNgE, 136 1/2 Church St., Burlington, 865-0012. 242 mAiN St., Burlington, 862-2244. AmEricAN fLAtbrEAD, 115 St. Paul St., Burlington, 861-2999. AuguSt firSt, 149 S. Champlain St., Burlington, 540-0060. bAckStAgE Pub, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494. bANANA WiNDS cAfé & Pub, 1 Market Pl., Essex Jct., 879-0752. thE bLock gALLErY, 1 E. Allen St., Winooski, 373-5150. bLuEbirD tAVErN, 317 Riverside Ave., Burlington, 428-4696. brEAkWAtEr cAfé, 1 King St., Burlington, 658-6276. brENNAN’S Pub & biStro, UVM Davis Center, 590 Main St., Burlington, 656-1204. citY SPortS griLLE, 215 Lower Mountain View Dr., Colchester, 655-2720. cLub mEtroNomE, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563. frANNY o’S, 733 Queen City Park Rd., Burlington, 863-2909. thE grEEN room, 86 St. Paul St., Burlington, 651-9669. hALVorSoN’S uPStrEEt cAfé, 16 Church St., Burlington, 658-0278. hArbor LouNgE At courtYArD mArriott, 25 Cherry St., Burlington, 864-4700. highEr grouND, 1214 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 652-0777. JP’S Pub, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389. LEuNig’S biStro & cAfé, 115 Church St., Burlington, 863-3759. Lift, 165 Church St., Burlington, 660-2088. thE LiViNg room, 794 W. Lakeshore Dr., Colchester. mANhAttAN PizzA & Pub, 167 Main St., Burlington, 864-6776. mArriott hArbor LouNgE, 25 Cherry St., Burlington, 854-4700. miguEL’S oN mAiN, 30 Main St., Burlington, 658-9000. moNkEY houSE, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563. moNtY’S oLD brick tAVErN, 7921 Williston Rd., Williston, 316-4262. muDDY WAtErS, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466. NEctAr’S, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771. NEW mooN cAfé, 150 Cherry St., Burlington, 383-1505. o’briEN’S iriSh Pub, 348 Main St., Winooski, 338-4678. oDD fELLoWS hALL, 1416 North Ave., Burlington, 862-3209. oN tAP bAr & griLL, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309. PArimA, 185 Pearl St., Burlington, 864-7917. PArk PLAcE tAVErN, 38 Park St., Essex Jct. 878-3015. rADio bEAN, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346. rASPutiN’S, 163 Church St., Burlington, 864-9324. rED SquArE, 136 Church St., Burlington, 859-8909. rEguLAr VEtErANS ASSociAtioN, 84 Weaver St., Winooski, 655-9899. rÍ rá iriSh Pub, 123 Church St., Burlington, 860-9401. rozzi’S LAkEShorE tAVErN, 1022 W. Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, 863-2342. rubEN JAmES, 159 Main St., Burlington, 864-0744. thE ScuffEr StEAk & ALE houSE, 148 Church St., Burlington, 864-9451. ShELburNE StEAkhouSE & SALooN, 2545 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-5009. thE SkiNNY PANcAkE, 60 Lake St., Burlington, 540-0188. VENuE, 127 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 310-4067. thE VErmoNt Pub & brEWErY, 144 College St., Burlington, 865-0500.
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Pop Goes the Artist W. David Powell at VCAM Studio/RETN
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ust inside the doors of Vermont Community Access Media (VCAM) in Burlington hangs “McDonald’s Erection,” a W. David Powell painting from 1974. In it, a crane hoists a phallic section of the fast-food chain’s iconic golden arches in a landscape of similarly phallic McDonald’s signatures — for example, the domed trash cans. So begins Powell’s sprawling retrospective, “Everything Must Go 2.0,” comprising 120-plus works in three spaces and spanning more than three decades.
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POWELL INTENDS HIS DIGITAL WORKS TO COMMENT ON WHAT HE CONSIDERS THE UNDELIVERED PROMISE OF
A BETTER LIFE THROUGH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. MATTHEW THORSEN
Powell chose the exhibition’s title for its mix of high and low allusions: Read one way, it references the ephemerality of life; read another, it reads like a blowout-sale advertisement. This tension between the highand the lowbrow is a signature of Powell’s work. The exhibition presents a dizzying variety of works shown throughout VCAM’s offices, the adjacent RETN (Regional Educational Technology Network) office and the narrow corridor between them. Powell, an art professor at SUNY Plattsburgh and parttime Burlington resident, cites artistic influences ranging from graphic artist Ed “Big Daddy” Roth to surrealist icon Max Ernst, as well as pop artists Ed Ruscha and Andy Warhol. Those influences help situate Powell as an artist unabashedly riffing on art history and its omissions. Powell could be accused of following Warhol’s and Ruscha’s formulas a little too closely. It’s difficult to say where the references end and his own artistic voice begins. A clue may lie in Powell’s “Manure Spreaders” from 1986. These screen-print and acrylic images of the familiar Vermont farm vehicle echo Warhol’s style — specifically, super-enlarged photographs, screen printing, bright colors and tile-like repetition. Powell’s distinctly nonglamorous rural subject, however, is a far cry from Warhol’s pouting Marilyn Monroes. Is Powell echoing
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“The Arrival of Minute Rice at Marseilles”
“Welcome to Bugsy’s World” (detail)
his hero, or sending up the whole artistic establishment? The answer may be in the eye of the beholder. A provocative section of Powell’s show is devoted to works cross-
referencing Jesus and Elvis, which drolly comment on the similarity between cults of religion and celebrity. Two text-based works jumble the words “Jesus” and “Elvis” to play on
the familiar religious slogan “Jesus Lives,” while also referencing the perennial conspiracy theories about the supposedly ever-living King of Rock and Roll. In Powell’s digital works from recent years, the artist exploits technological sleight of hand to mix vintage images in unlikely combinations. In “Welcome to Bugsy’s World,” an engraving of a crustacean-like limb sprouts from what could be a crab shell and an organic mass, culminating in a spoked bike wheel and an ornamental ball. Behind the curious limb, an engraved mountain scene sweeps grandly into the distance. In the upper left foreground, two brightly colored, engraved birds hang upside-down from a branch, while at the lower left, reddish tentacles encircle what could be a seashell. Powell intends his digital works to comment on what he considers the undelivered promise of a better life through science and technology. In an artist’s statement, he writes, “My work in digital montage does deal with a longing … for a time that never was — a promise that never materialized.” In Powell’s rendering, flywheels, limbs and animals are cobbled together like monuments to that undelivered promise. Powell’s pop works flirt with controversy and the idea of the artistprovocateur, while his newer digital works confront, with humor and skill, long-held American ideals of progress. But this retrospective seems, ultimately, about the joy and indispensability of making art. Powell writes in his statement about “living in the moment of making,” an apt mission for an artist bent on engaging with a rapidly changing world and finding ways to synthesize that experience. A M Y R A HN
W. David Powell, “Everything Must Go 2.0,” VCAM Studio/RETN, 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 2G, Burlington. Through May 31.
Art ShowS
ongoing burlington area
'A True STory': Documentary photography by local and international artists. Through April 29 at Vermont photo space gallery in essex Junction. info, 777-3686. AliSon goodwin: "Returning home," charcoal drawings and paintings. April 16 through May 30 at seAbA Center in burlington. info, 859-9222. Amy Cloud: Chicken-themed folk art by the Vermont artist. Through April 30 at August First in burlington. info, 442-9248. AShleigh lAroSe: "Four Days in Texas," photographs by the leZot Camera and Designhaus intern. Through April 30 at Designhaus in burlington. info, 310-5019. AShley roArk: "light, line and shadow," mixedmedia works; "unheArd VoiCeS": paintings by larry bissonnette and other howardCenter artists; Terry Zigmund And lAwrenCe ribbeCke: glass works, in the window. Curated by seAbA. Through April 15 at seAbA Center in burlington. info, 859-9222. AVA & Zoe biShop: ".scrap.," reassimilated fabric scraps from sewing projects past, by Ava; "The silent Canoe," oil paintings by Zoe. Through April 28 at Flynndog in burlington. info, 363-4746. 'beyond The TexT: ArTiSTS' bookS From The ColleCTion oF roberT J. ruben': A decadeslong collection of accordion, box, pop-up and tunnel books, as well as scrolls. They're made of paper, wood, plastic, and even lead and glass. Through May 31 at bailey/howe library, uVM, in burlington. info, 656-1493. bill mCdowell: "Ashes in the night sky," black-and-white images reminiscent of stars, which are actually photographs of the artist's father's cremated ashes. Through June 18 at bCA Center in burlington. info, 865-7166. bruCe pendelTon: "positive images," photographs that demonstrate things that we may take for granted. Curated by seAbA. Through May 30 at speeder & earl's (pine street) in burlington. info, 793-8482.
'dreAmS': paintings, drawings, sculpture and photography by more than 25 local artists. Through April 27 at Artists' Mediums in williston. info, 879-1236.
'FACebook FirST 50': work by the first 50 artists to respond to the gallery's live call on the social networking site. Through April 30 at Art's Alive gallery in burlington. info, 864-1557.
TASTe oF STowe ArTS FeSTiVAl: sell your artwork at our summer festival, the Taste of stowe, July 29, 30 and 31. get on board! You will contact fans, create new collectors and connections, and increase your artist links. Deadline for applications: May 20. info, helenday.com. open STudio weekend SpACe! show your artwork at the River Arts Center in Morrisville on May 28 and 29 for open studio weekend! info, riverartsvt. org, 888-1261.
TAlkS & eVenTS CrAig ColoruSSo: “sun boxes,” a solar-powered sound installation that comprises 20 independently operating speakers, on the Davis Center oval, the uVM green and the bailey-howe Quad, weather permitting: wednesday, April 20 through Friday, April 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at university of Vermont in burlington. info, 656-2060. eSmé ThompSon: “The Alchemy of Design,” paintings, collage, ceramics and installation by the Dartmouth College professor of studio art. Through May 29 at hood Museum, Dartmouth College, in hanover, n.h. The artist gives an opening lecture: Friday, April 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m. info, 603-646-2808.
ukrAniAn egg deCorATing demo: Vermont artist Theresa somerset, known for her intricate pysanky-ukranian eggs, shows off her skills. saturday, April 16, noon-3 p.m., Frog hollow, burlington. info, 863-6458. JASon JAnSen: "sunday sprouting," a community potluck and silent auction of the artist's ceramics and textiles to benefit the Rutland Area Farm and Food link. sunday, April 17, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., green Mountain College, poultney. info, 417-1528. CArol bouCher: The artist talks about her work and gives an oil pastel demonstration, in the Kolvoord Community Room. wednesday, April 20, 7-9 p.m., brownell library, essex Junction. info, 878-6955.
reCepTionS ‘ArCAdiA now: ConTemporAry ArT in CounTry’: work exploring the pastoral ideal by sally Apfelbaum, Tim Daly, Alisa Dworsky, bill Doherty, Ken ikeda, Justine Kurland, nathaniel lieb, Mary McDonnell, Rebecca purdum, Kiki smith, Fredrik strid, scott walden, Tenesh webber, James welling and Aaron williams. Through May 15 at Christine price gallery, Castleton state College. Reception: wednesday, April 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m., herrick
dAiSy roCkwell: "political Animal," acrylic and tempera paintings by the granddaughter of norman Rockwell. April 14 through July 1 at Main street Museum in white River Junction. The opening reception features sweet and savory indian snacks and refreshments: Friday, April 15, 5-7 p.m. info, 295-6370.
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Tom CullinS: "photophoto +," advertising photographs distorted by reflection or shadow. April 15 through June 15 at Artspace 106 at the 12v-uvmpsych040710.indd 1 Men's Room in burlington. Reception: Friday, April 15, 6-8 p.m. info, 864-2088.
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AkirASh: “itan Mi: My story,” installation and sculpture created with paper and cardboard during the ghanaian artist’s Vermont studio Center residency. April 14 through 17 at Red Mill gallery in Johnson. The artist performs body painting, drumming and comedy as part of his exhibition: saturday, April 16, 2 p.m. info, 635-2727. ‘TexTureS oF uS’: prints by liz gribin and paintings by gloria gaddis, Mary b. harrington, Rebecca Kinkead, Cynthia Kirkwood, lisa noonis and Cameron schmitz. Through May 9 at edgewater gallery in Middlebury. Reception: saturday, April 16, 5-7 p.m. info, 458-0098. 'big ideAS, SmAll bookS': The book Arts guild of Vermont presents artists' books and bindings no bigger than 5-by-5 inches. April 17 through May 22 at emile A. gruppe gallery in Jericho. Reception: sunday, April 17, 1-3 p.m. info, 899-3211.
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grACe weAVer: "Thin-skinned," paintings, drawings and objects examining the surfaces that separate the body from the external world, such as a straw, binoculars or a sock. Through April 30 at s.p.A.C.e. gallery in burlington. info, 578-2512. hArry SummerField: "The birds of spring," photographs of birds, from the exotic vermillion flycatcher to the familiar American turkey. Through May 6 at Village wine & Coffee in shelburne. info, 985-8922. JASon pAppAS: Recent work by the employee and member artist. Through April 30 at City Market in burlington. info, 861-9700. June CAmpbell: "Two bodies of work," one series of acrylic paintings that riffs on the tax maps used by local governments and another that is more
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unplanned. Curated by seAbA. Through May 30 at pine street Deli in burlington. info, 793-8482. kAren dAwSon: Drawings and paintings, in the First Floor gallery (through May 1); dAnA heFFernAn: "unicorn wars," paintings examining the u.s. involvement in the iraq and Afghanistan wars, in the second Floor gallery (through April 29). At Community College of Vermont in winooski. info, 654-0513. kyle 'FATTie b.' ThompSon: "salute the Masses," acrylics on canvas by the burlington DJ. Through April 30 at the green Room in burlington. info, 651-9669.
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Annie Tiberio CAmeron: “in the Abstract,” photographs that combine keen observation with a strong emotional connection to the natural world. Through May 31 at governor’s office gallery in Montpelier. Reception: Thursday, April 14, 3-5 p.m. info, 828-0749.
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'Furry, Finned And FeAThered: eighT ArTiSTS, numerouS CreATureS': paintings and photographs inspired by the animal world by Annelein beukenkamp, Richard brown, Janet Fredericks, lynn Rupe, Josie Furchgott sourdiffe, sarah-lee Terrat, polly Thompson and Adelaide Tyrol. Through April 26 at Furchgott sourdiffe gallery in shelburne. info, 985-3848.
reViVed, reCyCled, renewed is your artwork inspired by this theme? submit three to five pics with an explanatory paragraph for Art on Main’s May/June exhibit. Deadline: April 15. info, info@ artonmain.net or 453-4032.
mArCy kASS & Amy golodeTZ: "Thinking of spring Throughout the winter," small hanging sculptures made from papier-mâché and cloth adorn the lobby before and after the brick Church Music series. Friday, April 15, 7 p.m. old brick Church, williston. info, 434-6349.
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eArly Spring Show: hand-painted floorcloths by Alyson Chase; "om-inducing" paintings by lauren brownell; photographs by heidi pfau; and photographs from Tibet by sharie elrich. Through April 30 at Candles & Creations in burlington. info, 660-8021.
ChAmplAin VAlley phoToSlAm if you live in the lake Champlain Valley and love making photos, this is the event for you. submission deadline: May 2. info, darkroomgallery. com/ex15/?sid=4.
lindA Sormin: The ceramicist gives a lecture as part of the university's Visual Artist series, Friday, April 15, noon-1 p.m., ward hall, sunY plattsburgh, n.Y. info, 518-564-3095.
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CArol mACdonAld & erik rehmAn: “Transcendence: Mooring the storm,” artwork inspired by interviews with survivors of sexual violence created publicly in the front window of the gallery throughout the month. Through April 29 at Frog hollow in burlington. info, 863-6458.
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Lois FoLey: "Democracy Project," abstract oils on linen. Also, new works by Anne Cady, Sean Dye, Kevin Fahey, Woody Jackson, Sara Katz, Blake Larsen, Meryl Lebowitz, Kate Longmaid, Toni-Lee Sangastiano, Rai del Noce Senior and Stu Williams. Through April 30 at Burlington Furniture Company. Info, 860-4972. Lois Jackson: Watercolors of spring ephemerals and other wildflowers. Through April 30 at Block Gallery in Winooski. Info, 373-5150. Lydia Littwin: "Seasonal Palette," oil paintings by the Vermont artist. Through April 30 at Davis Studio Gallery in Burlington. Info, 425-2700. Marni Mckitrick & LaureL FuLton: "Spring Impressions," flowers and landscapes in acrylic, oil and pastel. Through May 31 at Shelburne Vineyard. Info, 985-8222. Mary ZoMpetti Lowe: "and then...," photographs exploring the many elements that create our living spaces. Through April 17 at 215 College Gallery in Burlington. Info, 863-3662. MichaeL Lew-sMith: Abstract photographs exploring the weathered paint on old cars, trucks and tractors. Curated by Kasini House. Through June 30 at Opportunities Credit Union in Burlington. Info, 264-4839. MichaeL nye: "About Hunger and Resilience," photographic portraits, each accompanied by an audio story, of Americans coping without enough food. Through April 24 at Livak Room, Davis Center, UVM, in Burlington. Info, 865-0255. nicoLe kircher: Paintings by the Vermont artist. Through April 30 at Uncommon Grounds in Burlington. Info, 865-6227. patrick & Markus weise: "Road Trip," photographs from a three-month bicycle trip from the Maine coast to the Puget Sound. Through April 30 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Info, 865-7211. peter Fried: Oil and encaustic landscape paintings of pastoral subjects and manufactured forms, mostly in Chittenden County. Through May 2 at Muddy Waters in Burlington. Info, 355-1447. richard a. cLark: "Stations of the Cross," charcoal drawings that play with perspective. Through April 22 at St. Paul's Cathedral in Burlington. Info, 864-0471.
'schooLed': Artwork from the public school classrooms of UVM Art Education student teachers. Through April 15 at Colburn Gallery in Burlington. Info, 656-2014.
scott Lenhardt: "Good House," drawings, paintings and illuminated, multilayered paint-on-glass light boxes by the artist well known for his Burton snowboard designs. Through May 28 at BCA Center in Burlington. Info, 865-7166.
susan noeL: Acrylic and watercolor paintings by the Essex Art League member. Through April 30 at Essex Town Offices. Info, 879-3942. 'the goLden cage: Mexican Migrant workers and VerMont dairy FarMers': Photographs, text and audio exploring the relationship between these two groups of workers at Addison County farms, by photographer Caleb Kenna and the Addison County Farm Worker Coalition's Cheryl Connor and Cheryl Mitchell. Through June 11 at Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center, in Burlington. Info, 652-4505. 'the second to Last supper exhiBition': Work by a variety of artists interpreting a paint-by-number version of "The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci. Through April 30 at Red Square in Burlington. Info, 310-3211. 'under the Big top: the Fine art oF the circus in aMerica': Work by modern and contemporary American artists fascinated by the circus and its performers' bohemian lives outside the ring (through May 22); pippo Lionni: Animations and a print, in the New Media Niche and the European and American Gallery (through May 22); 'Masked spectacLe: coMMedia deLL'arte and Bread & puppet theater': Prints by Hungarian-American artist Giuseppe Pecsenke and masks and puppets from Vermont's radical theater troupe, in the Wilbur Room (through May 8); 'georges rouauLt: cirque de L'ÉtoiLe FiLante': Color etchings and wood engravings of clowns, in the East Gallery (through May 22); and 'shadows oF the saMurai': Armor, swords, prints, masks and other artifacts representing Japanese warrior traditions, in the Wolcott Gallery (through May 11). At Fleming Museum, UVM, in Burlington. Info, 656-0750. w. daVid poweLL: "Everything Must Go 2.0," a retrospective of paintings, drawings, prints, collages and computer-generated work by the artist responsible for the iconic Allman Brothers logo "Eat a Peach." Curated by SEABA. Through May 31 at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Info, 793-8482.
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'apriL artists': Paintings and poems by Cora Brooks, and pastels by Cindy Griffith, Anne Unangst and Marcia Hill. Through April 30 at the Drawing Board in Montpelier. Info, 223-2902. arthur Zorn: "Blooms Into Spring," acrylic representational abstract impressions. Through May 30 at the Skinny Pancake in Montpelier. Info, 229-4431. 'drawn FroM VerMont: the cartoon show': Work by Jeff Danziger, Ed Koren, Hal Mayforth and Tim Newcomb. Through April 20 at T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-8743.
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skip schieL: "Eyewitness Gaza," photographs from the artist's recent trip to Israel and Palestine. Through April 25 at St. Paul's Cathedral in Burlington. Info, 324-9864.
gaBrieLa BuLisoVa: "Chernobyl: Life on the Edge," a photographic exposé of life in the Russian region 25 years after the nuclear disaster. Through April 22 at Montpelier City Hall. Info, 476-3154.
spring exhiBition: Seasonal work by Essex Art League members (through May 30). Also, work by Poker Hill School students (through May 15). At Phoenix Books in Essex. Info, 872-7111.
gLen hutcheson: "Other Hand Drawings, With Color," figure studies the artist did with his left hand. Through May 31 at the Shoe Horn at Onion River in Montpelier. Info, artwhirled23@yahoo.com.
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eVe JacoBs-carnahan: Knitted sculpture by the Vermont fiber artist. April 17 through May 7 at the Knitting Studio in Montpelier. Info, 229-2444. 'FLying high': A multimedia show exploring the dynamic of flight, in the Main Floor Gallery; siLent auction to BeneFit spa prograMs: in the Second Floor Gallery; Lynne Barton: "A Closer Look," charcoal and pastel images of stones, in the Third Floor Gallery. Through April 16 at Studio Place Arts in Barre. Info, 479-7069.
'start with the arts exhiBit': Artwork by preschool children made during home day care visits by Peter Burns, an instructor in the arts
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scott einsig: Acrylic portraits, in the Bar; BarBara hauZinger: Color photographs of Panama, in the Dining Room; Jane ann kantor: Acrylic paintings, in the Greenhouse. Through April 30 at the Daily Planet in Burlington. Info, 862-9647.
stewart Mchenry: "Late Winter & Early Spring," photographic collages of the natural world. Through April 30 at Barnes & Noble in South Burlington. Info, 864-8001.
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ron hernandeZ: Works on canvas from the Burlington artist's early years. Through April 30 at the Skinny Pancake in Burlington. Info, 540-0188.
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Jayn Bier & Chip hopkins: "Scrapwork," patchwork pictures by Bier and scrap metal sculpture by Hopkins. Through April 16 at Tunbridge Public Library. Info, 889-9404. Jennifer perellie: Floral works made with watercolors, pastels and tissue paper. Through May 31 at Big Picture Theater & Café in Waitsfield. Info, 496-8994. Jill Madden & reBeCCa kinkead: Madden's landscape paintings are full of motion and light; Kinkead makes her figurative works by layering paint and wax. Through April 29 at Vermont Supreme Court Lobby in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749. kate eMlen & franCes Wells: "Maine Coast to Hudson River," landscape paintings. Through May 1 at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Info, 767-9670. laurie sverdlove GoldMan: "Battlefields: WWI," oil paintings inspired by photographs of battlefields in France and Germany. Through April 25 at Korongo Gallery in Randolph. Info, 236-9854. lienne BiCk: "Colorful Reflections," paintings. Through April 30 at Capitol Grounds in Montpelier. Info, artwhirled23@yahoo.com. liza Myers: "Promises Kept," acrylic paintings and ceramic sculpture by the Brandon artist. Through April 15 at Feick Fine Arts Center, Green Mountain College, in Poultney. Info, 287-8926.
'let there Be liGht': Fixtures, lamps and light sculptures by Dennis Sparling, Daniel Sparling and Jim Sanford. Through April 17 at Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, in Middlebury. Info, 382-9222. loWell snoWdon kloCk: "Manipulations," Polaroid photographs that the artist has given a surreal look by tampering with the emulsion before it sets. Through April 30 at Brandon Artists' Guild. Info, 247-4956. 'Mixed siGnals: artists Consider MasCulinity in sports': Work by artists from the mid-1990s to the present who question the notion of the male athlete as the last bastion of uncomplicated, authentic identity in American culture during the preceding decades. Also in the Christian A Johnson Memorial Gallery. Through April 17 at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Info, 443-6433. 'the lippitt MorGan': A photographic exhibit of early Vermont breeders and the old-fashioned Morgans so dear to them. Through July 31 at the National Museum of the Morgan Horse in Middlebury. Info, 388-1639.
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Catherine altiCe: "Threadbare," the artist's MFA exhibit. April 18 through 23 at Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College. Info, 635-1469.
lois eBy: "Momentary Dance," paintings by the Vermont artist. Through April 27 at Vermont Arts Council Spotlight Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-3293. peter huntoon & heather Corey: Watercolors by Huntoon and stained glass by Corey. Through June 30 at Collective-the Art of Craft in Woodstock. Info, 457-1298. roBin lahue: Oils, watercolors and collage by the Northfield artist. Through May 25 at Gifford Medical Center in Randolph. Info, 485-7770.
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'soMethinG's BreWinG': Students and members of the pottery studio present teapots, teacups, saucers, creamers, sugar bowls, serving platters and more. Through April 29 at Montpelier Mud in Middlesex. Info, 224-7000. 'tWinvieWs': Photography by kids and their mentors in the Twinfield Together student-community mentoring program. Through April 30 at Blinking Light Gallery in Plainfield. Info, 454-0141.
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Color photoGraphy shoW: John Huddleston's Middlebury College students exhibit their work. Through April 14 at Johnson Memorial Building, Middlebury College. Info, 443-6433.
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katherine GeorGe: Work by the Vermont Pastel Society member. Through April 30 at Charlotte Senior Center. Info, 425-6345.
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'Journeys & Journals': Travel-inspired artwork including photographs of Japan by Douglas and Catherine Brooks, who spent two years in the coastal villages recently obliterated by the tsunami. Through April 30 at Creative Space Gallery in Vergennes. Info, 877-3850.
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Carolyn letvin: Paintings of the ancient, biblical breed of Jacob's sheep. Through April 30 at Edgewater Gallery in Middlebury. Info, 458-0098.
'fourth annual CoMMunity art shoW': Work by local artists of all ages. Through May 14 at Art on Main in Bristol. Info, 453-4032.
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could fly so close to it. Catching birds get their hands on eggs. They painted the fragile shells, which became symbols of rebirth — a meaning that carried over into Christianity. Theresa Somerset will demonstrate the intricate process of creating pysanky at Burlington’s Frog Hollow Vermont State Craft Center in Burlington this Saturday, April 16. Pictured: eggs by Theresa Somerset.
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merrill densmore: Colorful paintings of Vermont homes, landscapes, moose and deer by the GRACE artist. Through May 2 at Claire's Restaurant & Bar in Hardwick. Info, 472-7053. miKey welsh: "If Such a Thing Exists, Then Yes," abstract and representational paintings by the Burlington artist. Through April 17 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-6131. Patricia lyon-surrey: "Photowork: Traditional to Playful," images from the artist's travels, as well as panning, montage and Polaroid transfers. Through April 15 at Green Goddess Café in Stowe. Info, 253-5255. Peter miller: "Vermont Farm Women," black-and-white photographs of women farmers, gardeners and loggers the artist interviewed for his 2002 book of the same name. Through April 15 at Municipal Building in Fairfield. Info, 827-3945. PhiliP inwood & heidi sPector: Inwood's abstract oils have broad, gestural brushstrokes; Spector uses geometric forms to convey space and color. Also, Julia Baum: "A Rare Breed," photographic portraits of redheads. Through April 30 at Green + Blue Gallery in Stowe. Info, 730-5331. sarah saVaGe: The artist's MFA exhibit. Through April 16 at Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College. Info, 635-1469.
Upper Valley PhotoSlam 2011
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from black-and-white portraits by fineart photographer James D’Ambrosio, to a playful landscape by Kate Schwartz, to snapshots by children. Through April 22. Pictured: “Rooster in Window” by Judith Hertog.
idoline duKe & Gowri saVoor: Ocean-inspired watercolors and mixed-media works by Duke; delicate sculptures made from organic materials by Savoor. Through April 17 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-8358.
women’s show: Portraits of women activists by Denise Beaudet; sculptures by Sara Pogue; ink on paper by Samantha Crawford; painted shadow pictures and portrait sculpture by Gwen Murphy; mixed-media work by Alicia Hunsicker; black-andwhite paintings by Nayana Glazier; and paintings by Delia Robinson. Through May 3 at Gallery in the Woods in Brattleboro. Info, 257-4777.
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amParo carVaJal-huFschmid & ericK huFschmid: Recent work by the artist couple; aya itaGaKi & ann mallory: "Brush & Clay: Innovative Translations"; Paulette werGer: "Shadow and Line." Through May 7 at AVA Gallery and Arts Center in Lebanon. Info, 603-448-3117. 'Fluxus and the essential Questions oF liFe': Work by the international network of artists, composers and designers, led by George Maciunas, who blurred the boundaries between art and life and became the 1960s cultural phenomenon known as Fluxus. April 16 through August 7 at Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. Info, 603-646-2808. 'middle school/hiGh school Juried art exhiBition': Work in a variety of media by area seventh through 12th graders. Through April 29 at North Country Cultural Center for the Arts in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Info, 518-563-1604. straFFord artworKs show: Recent works in a variety of media by member artists Jennifer Brown, Marcia Bushnell, Micki Colbeck, Andrea Doughtie, Nancy Gerlach, Tracy Gillespie, Janet Farley, Cecily Herzig, Kate More, Mary Louise Pierson, Anni Praetorius and Deborah Frankel Reese. Through April 27 at Howe Library in Hanover, N.H. Info, 765-4679. m
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marc awodey: Paintings by the Vermont artist, in the Wings Gallery. Through August 8 at Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College. Info, 635-1469.
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hat’s with the trailer and TV spots for this film? Did Warner Bros. assign some unpaid intern to stitch them together? The promos appear designed to keep the maximum number of potential audience members from actually purchasing tickets. Whereas the trend is to cram in as many of a movie’s best bits as possible, the previews for Arthur contain virtually none. I can’t imagine anyone wanting to see this picture based on them. Certainly I expected the worst. So, imagine my surprise when the experience proved intermittently pleasurable. The world hardly needs another gratuitous Hollywood remake. If we’re to have an update of the 1981 Dudley Moore comedy, however, we could do far worse than to have director Jason Winer (“Modern Family”) and screenwriter Peter Baynham (Borat) behind the wheel. These guys could squeeze laughs out of a test pattern. Russell Brand doesn’t so much resurrect as riff on the role of zillionaire tippler Arthur Bach. As in the original, he’s an irresponsible hedonist whose beverage of choice is never far away. Early on, he and his driver, Bitterman (Luis Guzmán), dress up as the Dynamic Duo and spend an evening carousing with
coeds and screaming through the streets of Manhattan in a Batmobile. A little later, Arthur amuses himself by attending an art auction and bidding manically against himself until the work’s price tag has reached a comically astronomical level. Throughout the film, the character comes off as more childlike than Moore’s version, his actions themselves less the source of laughs than the quirky, understated dialogue that accompanies them. As before, Arthur’s life reaches a turning point when his mother runs out of patience and threatens to withhold his inheritance ($950 million, up from the original $750) unless he gets serious about taking his place in the family business and starts by marrying a socially ambitious shrew, here played by Jennifer Garner. And, as before, the engagement coincides with Arthur meeting the workingclass girl of his dreams. A vast improvement over Liza Minnelli’s waitress, indie vet Greta Gerwig costars as Naomi, an aspiring children’s writer who makes ends meet by conducting unauthorized tours of Grand Central Station. The resolution of our hero’s romantic quandary could hardly be more predictable — or more offbeat and unexpectedly affecting. Both funny and touching, as well,
MOORE THE MERRIER Director Jason Winer’s update doesn’t quite capture the original’s hedonistic glee, but proves far more fun than its promos would suggest.
is Arthur’s relationship with his handler. No one alive is going to fill John Gielgud’s shoes as Hobson, the butler who served up exquisite barbs along with glasses brimming with bourbon (he won an Oscar for the performance). But the filmmakers have done the next best thing in giving Hobson a sex change. Helen Mirren brings a convincing authority and tenderness to the part of Arthur’s nanny. The scenes in which Brand sits in his bubble bath, surveys the street below with golden binoculars and shouts notable sightings to her (“Look, it’s a male Orphan Annie — Orphan Mannie!”) border on silly brilliance. Brand never does seem particularly drunk in this retooling. And I’m not sure
that, even in these politically correct times, we needed to work AA into the story. But what are you going to do? I suppose a culture obsessed with shows about interventions and celebrities in rehab probably wouldn’t find an unrepentant lush like Moore’s as lovable as audiences did 30 years ago. I’m also not certain the film quite establishes Brand as a leading man. A little of him goes a long way. But the Brit wit does display a greater range than he has to date, along with an occasionally subtler touch. All in all, the rebooted Arthur proves a concoction sweet, appealing and winning in ways that exceed all expectation — and I, for one, will drink to that. RICK KISONAK
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Hanna ★★★★
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ovies may be a visual medium, but occasionally a voice sells one. Think of Heath Ledger’s rasping in The Dark Knight or Haley Joel Osment’s tremulous “I see dead people” — sounds that are probably as famous as any images in those films. Likewise, Saoirse Ronan uses her reed-thin treble to give a memorably otherworldly ambiance to the spy thriller Hanna. With her whisper of affected German accent, the young Irish actress somehow makes lines such as “Come and find me” sound as delicate as Dresden china and as pitiless as a Grimm fairy tale. It’s one of those trailer sound bites that haunts viewers, even those who never see the film. Those who do see Hanna will find that the whole movie is, like a great trailer, a triumph of style over substance. Joe Wright, who directed Atonement, has again concocted a film that moves from one arresting scene to the next, with visual pyrotechnics, clever pacing and fine actors acting up a storm. It all serves a story that’s basically a Bourne retread with the addition of some “top-secret government experiment produces an unlikely super-assassin” boilerplate. If you’ve seen the trailer, you know most of the plot points, because there aren’t many.
Ronan plays Hanna, who has been raised to adolescence in complete, arctic isolation by her father (Eric Bana). He’s given her a rudimentary education from outdated encyclopedias, crackerjack fighting skills and a mission to kill a U.S. covert operative named Marissa Wiegler. This isn’t immediately explained, but once we meet Marissa, played by Cate Blanchett with Scully hair, a cold stare and a bizarre southern-U.S. accent, it’s clear she’s up to no good. Blanchett is clearly having fun here, and so is Tom Hollander as Isaacs, the towheaded German sociopath Wiegler hires to pursue Hanna across Morocco after the teen escapes from government confinement. Everyone’s faking some accent or other here, and Isaacs and his friends seem a couple of dance moves away from guest starring on “Sprockets” (when they’re not stabbing and maiming everyone in sight). But the film gets serious when it focuses on the quasi-feral Hanna’s efforts to adjust to a world that’s loud and crass and, in some ways, more brutal than she could ever be. During a quiet interlude, Hanna tags along with a family of British tourists and befriends the daughter (Jessica Barden), a “normal” teenager who’s as obsessed with
LITTLE GIRL LETHAL Ronan plays a teen more skilled in assassination than accessorizing in Wright’s stylish action thriller.
reality shows and designer handbags as our heroine is with killing methods and survival. Which is worse? we’re invited to ponder. At least Hanna will never rack up frivolous purchases on her daddy’s credit card while mocking his political views. Indeed, Hanna’s upbringing raises so many tantalizing questions, and Ronan, Bana and Blanchett make such a dynamic murderous triad, that it’s tempting to imagine Han-
na as, say, the first episode in a BBC miniseries, a harder-edged “Alias.” As a movie, it’s less satisfying. Hanna is full of show-offy filmmaking (Wright loves a long tracking shot) and baroque flourishes that suggest it could blossom into a Kill Bill of the spy genre. But don’t hold your breath, because the biggest surprise in store is that there aren’t any. M A R G O T HA R R I S O N
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tHE coNSpiRAtoR: Robert Redford directed this historical drama about the trial of the one woman (Robin Wright Penn) charged with involvement in Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. James McAvoy is her lawyer. With Kevin Kline, Evan Rachel Wood and Norman Reedus. (122 min, PG-13. Palace) JANE EYRE: Mia Wasikowska plays the strongwilled Victorian governess who falls for her mysterious employer in yet another adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s classic. Michael Fassbender is Rochester; Cary (Sin Nombre) Fukunaga directed. (121 min, PG-13. Essex, Roxy) Rio: A pampered pet macaw heads to Brazil in search of his lady macaw counterpart in this comic family animation from director Carlos (Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs) Saldanha. With the voices of will.i.am, Jesse Eisenberg, George Lopez and Leslie Mann. (96 min, G. Bijou, Capitol, Essex [3-D], Majestic [3-D], Palace, Sunset, Welden) ScREAm 4: Director Wes Craven, writer Kevin Williamson, and Scream stars Neve Campbell, David Arquette and Courteney Cox return for another (belated) chapter in the tongue-in-cheek saga of a serial killer who preys on teens with an encyclopedic knowledge of the clichés of slasher films. With Emma Roberts and Mary McDonnell. (103 min, R. Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, Sunset, Welden) WiN WiN: Paul Giamatti plays a small-time lawyer and wrestling coach who unexpectedly becomes the guardian of a troubled teen in this drama from Tom (The Visitor, The Station Agent) McCarthy. With Amy Ryan, Burt Young and Alex Shaffer. (106 min, R. Palace)
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tHE KiNG’S SpEEcHHHHHH Many Oscars went to this period piece about how England’s George VI (Colin Firth) found a strong voice with the help of an oddball speech therapist (Geoffrey Rush). With Helena Bonham Carter, Guy Pearce and Derek Jacobi. Tom (The Damned United) Hooper directs. (118 min, PG-13. Roxy) limitlESSHHH In this thriller, Bradley Cooper plays an unpublished writer who takes an experimental drug and becomes a bestselling, sexually irresistible superbrain. So basically, every writer’s fantasy. With Robert De Niro, Abbie Cornish and Anna Friel. Neil (The Lucky Ones) Burger directs. (105 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy) tHE liNcolN lAWYERHHH A fly-by-night criminal defense attorney (Matthew McConaughey) gets a high-profile case that could turn his life into an action thriller. With Marisa Tomei, Ryan Philippe and William H. Macy. Based on the Michael Connelly novel. Brad (The Take) Furman directs. (119 min, R. Big Picture, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy) mARS NEEDS momSHH1/2 This Disney animation offers an alternate take on the whole alien-invasion thing, in which a kid must rescue his mother from Martians who just want to be tucked into bed at night. An ingenious ploy to make undervaluedfeeling moms shell out for 3-D tickets? With the voices of Seth Green, Joan Cusack and Dan Fogler. Simon (The Time Machine) Wells directed. (88 min, PG. Big Picture; ends 4/14) pAUlHHH The British comedy team of Nick Frost and Simon Pegg (Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz) takes on the science fiction genre in this tale of two nerds who encounter a real, live alien (voiced by Seth Rogen). With Jason Bateman, Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader. Greg (Adventureland) Mottola directs. (100 min, R. Palace, Welden; ends 4/14) RANGoHHHH Johnny Depp voices a mild-mannered chameleon who has to learn to survive in his new role as sheriff of a wild frontier town in this animated adventure from Gore (all three Pirates of the Caribbean films) Verbinski. With the voices of Isla Fisher, Abigail Breslin, Bill Nighy and Stephen Root. (107 min, PG. Capitol, Majestic, Palace) RED RiDiNG HooDH1/2 This week in teen paranormal romance, Amanda Seyfried plays a maiden torn between two suitors while her village is terrorized by a mysterious wolf. With Shiloh Fernandez, Billy Burke and Gary Oldman as the wolf hunter. Catherine (Twilight) Hardwicke directed. (120 min, PG-13. Big Picture; ends 4/13)
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iNSiDioUSHH1/2 Director James Wan and writer Leigh Whannell, the team behind the original Saw, bring us a less grody haunted-house flick. Rose Byrne and Patrick Wilson are parents whose son encounters demon energy in their new domicile. With Lin Shaye and Barbara Hershey. (102 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic, Palace, Sunset)
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cEDAR RApiDSHHH1/2 Ed Helms plays a timid Wisconsin insurance agent who must represent his firm at a conference in the scary, decadent metropolis of ... the title. It’s a comedy. With John C. Reilly, Anne Heche and Isiah Whitlock Jr. Miguel (Chuck & Buck) Arteta directs. (96 min, R. Roxy, Savoy)
HopHH The Easter Bunny’s bratty teenage son finds his way to Hollywood and crashes with a human slacker (James Marsden) in this animation/ live-action hybrid from Tim Hill, director of Alvin and the Chipmunks. Russell Brand voices the rabbit. With Kaley Cuoco and Elizabeth Perkins. (90 min, PG. Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Paramount, Welden)
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BAttlE: loS ANGElESH1/2 Judging by the jittery trailer, this sci-fi action film aspires to be The Hurt Locker of extraterrestrial-invasion movies. With Aaron Eckhart as the Marine taking on aliens and Michelle Rodriguez, Ramon Rodriguez and Bridget Moynahan. Jonathan (The Killing Room) Liebesman directed. (116 min, PG-13. Sunset)
HANNAHHH1/2 Director Joe Wright, who introduced Americans to creepily mature young actress Saoirse Ronan in Atonement, showcases her in this action thriller about a teen whose father (Eric Bana) raised her in isolation to be the perfect assassin. With Cate Blanchett and Jason Flemyng. (111 min, PG-13. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Roxy)
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ARtHURHHH Russell Brand steps into Dudley Moore’s (small) shoes in this remake of the 1981 comedy hit about a lovable lush with a trust fund astray in New York. With Helen Mirren as his nanny, Greta Gerwig and Jennifer Garner as the women in his life, and Vermont’s own Luis Guzman. Jason (“Modern Family”) Winer directs. (110 min, PG-13. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Roxy, Stowe, Welden)
DiARY oF A WimpY KiD: RoDRicK RUlESHHH Parents try to force the titular put-upon middle schooler (Zachary Gordon) to bond with his bullying older brother in this comedy sequel based on the bestselling Jeff Kinney novel. David (Astro Boy) Bowers directs. With Devon Bostick and Rachael Harris. (96 min, PG. Bic Picture, Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, Sunset)
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wednesday 13 — thursday 14 mars Needs moms 3 (Wed only), 5. Red Riding Hood Wed: 3, 6. The Lincoln Lawyer 7. The Adjustment Bureau 8. friday 15 — thursday 21 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules 3 (Sat & Sun only), 5. Source code 6. Sucker Punch 3 (Sat & Sun only), 7. The Lincoln Lawyer 8. Times change frequently; please check website.
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wednesday 13 — thursday 14 Hanna 6:30, 9. Your Highness 6:30, 9. Arthur 6:30, 9. Source code 6:30, 9. The Lincoln Lawyer 9. Rango 6:30. friday 15 — thursday 21 *Rio 1:30 (except Fri), 6:30, 9. Hanna 9. Your Highness 1:30 (except Fri), 6:30, 9. Arthur 1:30 (except Fri), 6:30, 9. Source code 9. Rango 1:30 (except Fri), 6:30. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules 1:30 (except Fri), 6:30.
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wednesday 13 — thursday 14 Arthur 1:15, 4, 7:10, 9:40. Your Highness 12:35, 2:50, 5:05, 7:25, 9:55. Hanna 12:20, 2:45, 5:10, 7:35, 10. Soul Surfer 1:10, 3:45, 6:45, 9:25. Hop 12:10, 2:40, 5, 7:15, 9:30. Insidious 12:25, 2:40, 5, 7:25, 9:50. Source code 12:40, 3, 5:15, 7:30, 9:50. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7, 9:15. Sucker Punch 7:30, 10. Limitless 12:30, 3, 5:20, 7:40, 10. The Lincoln Lawyer 1, 3:55. friday 15 — thursday 21 *Jane Eyre 10 a.m., 1, 3:45, 6:40, 9:30. *Rio (3-D) 10 a.m., 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7, 9:20. *Scream 4 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 10. Arthur 1:15, 4, 7:10, 9:40. Your Highness 12:35, 2:50, 5:05, 7:25, 9:55. Hanna 12:20, 2:45, 5:10, 7:35, 10. Soul Surfer 1:10, 3:45, 6:45, 9:25. Hop 10 a.m., 12:10, 2:40, 5, 7:15, 9:30. Insidious 2:50, 9:50. Source code 12:40, 3, 5:15, 7:30, 9:50. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules 10 a.m. Limitless 12:30, 5:10, 7:30.
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190 Boxwood St. (Maple Tree Place, Taft Corners), Williston, 878-2010, www.majestic10.com
wednesday 13 — thursday 14 Arthur 1:15, 4, 7, 9:35. Hanna 1, 4:10, 6:45, 9:20. Your Highness 1:30, 4:20, 7:15, 9:40. Soul Surfer 12:50, 3:50, 6:40, 9:25. Hop 1:10, 2:25, 3:40, 4:45, 6:20, 8:40. Insidious 1:20, 6:30, 9. Source code 2:40, 4:50, 7:10, 9:25. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules 2:30, 4:40, 6:50. Sucker Punch 6:55, 9:30. Limitless 4:35, 7:05, 9:30. The Lincoln Lawyer 3:45, 8:50. Rango 2:20. friday 15 — thursday 21 *Rio (3-D) 12, 1:20, 2:15, 3:40, 4:40, 6:10, 7:05, 8:40, 9:30. *Scream 4 1:10, 4:20, 7:10, 9:45. Arthur 12:40, 3:50, 6:45, 9:25. Hanna 1, 4, 6:50, 9:35. Your Highness 1:15, 4:10, 7:15, 9:40. Soul Surfer 12:30, 3:30, 6:20, 9. Hop 12:10, 2:20, 4:30, 6:40, 8:50. Insidious 3:45, 9:10. Source code 4:45, 7, 9:20. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules 12:20, 2:30. Limitless 12:50, 6:30.
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wednesday 13 — thursday 14 Hop 6:30. The Lincoln Lawyer 6:30. Limitless 6:30. Full schedule not available at press time.
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wednesday 13 — thursday 14 Arthur 1:15, 3:45, 7, 9:20. Your Highness 1:25, 4:10, 6:50, 9:15. Wretches & Jabberers 4:45, 7:10. The King’s Speech [PG-13 version] 1:20, 4, 6:40, 9:05. cedar Rapids 1, 2:50, 4:40, 7:20, 9:10. Limitless 1:10, 3:30, 6:30, 8:40. The Lincoln Lawyer 1:05, 9. friday 15 — thursday 21 *Jane Eyre 1, 3:30, 6:50, 9:10. Hanna 1:05, 4, 6:40, 9:30. Arthur 1:15, 3:45, 7, 9:20. Your Highness 1:25, 4:10, 7:10, 9:15. The King’s Speech [PG-13 version] 1:20, 6:30. cedar Rapids 1:10, 4:20, 7:20, 9:25. Limitless 4:05, 8:45.
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26 Main St., Montpelier, 2290509, www.savoytheater.com
wednesday 13 — thursday 14 Upstairs: cedar Rapids 1 & 3:30 (Wed only), 6, 8. friday 15 — thursday 21 Upstairs: Another Year 1 & 3:30 (Sat-Mon & Wed only), 6, 8:30.
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wednesday 13 — thursday 21 Your Highness 2:30 & 4:30 (Sat & Sun only), 7, 9:10 (Fri & Sat only). Arthur 2:30 & 4:40 (Sat & Sun only), 7, 9:15 (Fri & Sat only). Source code 2:30 & 4:30 (Sat & Sun only), 7, 9:10 (Fri & Sat only).
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PARAmoUNt tWIN cINEmA 241 North Main St., Barre, 4799621, www.fgbtheaters.com
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104 No. Main St., St. Albans, 5277888, www.weldentheatre.com
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Facing five years in prison for forging drug prescriptions, Michelle Elaine Astumian, 41, appeared for sentencing in San Luis Obispo County, Calif., with a doctor’s note requesting a postponement. Prosecutor Dave Pomeroy called the doctor, who declared the note a forgery. (Associated Press) Facing prison for scamming $450,000 from 23 investors in his bogus securities scheme, Samuel McMaster Jr. convinced New Mexico prosecutors to let him go free so he could repay his victims with his poker winnings. Only McMaster lost. He was ordered to prison for 12 years — and to make full restitution. (Associated Press)
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Less than 24 hours after officials ceremoniously unveiled a giant electronic timer in London’s Trafalgar Square to count down to the start of next year’s Summer Olympics, the clock stopped. Its display remained at 500 days, 7 hours, 6 minutes and 56 seconds while technicians from Omega, the Swiss watchmaker that made the 21-foothigh timepiece, took six hours to fix it. (BBC News)
When a Designated Driver Isn’t Enough
After spending the day touring New Hampshire brewpubs, two men were “goofing around” in the back of their Boston-bound tour bus, a witness said, when they both toppled or jumped out the bathroom window. The window opens from the bottom and measures 4 feet by 2 1/2 feet. The bus, carrying more than 50 revelers, was going 60 mph when Thomas Johnson, 31, and Seth Davis, 34, hit the pavement. Johnson died; Davis was severely injured. (Boston Herald)
When Target Practice Isn’t Enough
Charged with murdering his wife, David McCall, 72, told police in Wakefield, Mass., that when his shot missed, Elaine McCall, 69, taunted, “You can’t even shoot.” He hit her with a second shot. He then called 911 to report a “murder-suicide” and tried to shoot himself, Middlesex District Attorney Gerard Leone said, but missed. (Boston Herald)
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Crocs Inc. announced it’s donating 100,000 pairs of its shoes to earthquake-tsunami victims in Japan. (Associated Press)
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Scientists examining two mites preserved in amber for 40 million years concluded the mites were copulating when the fatal blob of tree resin fell on them. Researchers Pavel Klimov and Ekaterina Sidorchuk also noticed that, unlike modern mites, the female of this extinct species controlled mating, having evolved a pad-like projection on her rear end that enabled her to cling to males and direct the mating process. Males of the species lacked the “butt grabbing” feature. (Discovery News)
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Zionist Israeli rabbis launched a campaign to marry gay men and lesbian women — to each other. Rabbi Areleh Harel of the West Bank settlement of Shilo said his 12th couple just announced their engagement, and he has a waiting list of 30 gays and 20 lesbians seeking matches. Pairing the two groups helps religious homosexuals avoid violating the halakhic prohibition of homosexual sex by seeking other solutions, Harel said, pointing out, “A family isn’t just sex and love.” (Israel’s Haaretz)
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The Montana Supreme Court ruled that Brock Hopkins is entitled to workers’ compensation after a captive grizzly bear at a drive-through park where he worked mauled him while he was feeding it. Hopkins admitted smoking marijuana before the attack. The court upheld the findings of the Montana Workers’ Compensation Court, which had characterized Hopkins’s actions as “mind-bogglingly stupid” but noted that grizzlies “are equal opportunity maulers” without regard to marijuana consumption and the lack of evidence of Hopkins’s impairment. (Kalispell’s Daily Inter Lake)
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In her blog, Jane at janebook. tumblr.com answers questions from readers. A recent query went like this: “Who would win in a steel cage match, Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny?” Jane said, “Easter Bunny, no question; he has those big-ass teeth.” But I’m not so sure. My sources say that Santa has more raw wizardry at his disposal than the Bunny. His magical prowess would most likely neutralize the Bunny’s superior physical assets. Likewise, Aries, I’m guessing you will have a similar edge in upcoming steel cage matches — or any other competitions in which you’re involved. These days you’ve simply got too much mojo to be defeated.
January you predicted that 2011 might be the best year ever for us Bulls to commune with the invisible realms and get closer to the source of all life. and i have been enjoying the most amazing dreams ever. i’ve had several
gemINI (May 21-June 20): i was reading about how fantasy writer terry Pratchett made his own sword using “thunderbolt iron” from a meteorite. it made me think how that would be an excellent thing for you to do. Not that you will need it to fight off dragons or literal bad guys. rather, i suspect that creating your own sword from a meteorite would strengthen and tone your mental toughness. it would inspire you to cut away trivial wishes and soul-sucking influences that may seem interesting but aren’t really. it might even lead you to rouse in yourself the zeal of a knight on a noble quest — just in time for the arrival of an invitation to go on a noble quest. caNceR (June 21-July 22): over the years
i have on several occasions stood at a highway exit ramp with a handmade cardboard sign that reads, “i love to help; i need to give; please take some money.” i flash a wad of bills, and offer a few dollars to drivers whose curiosity impels them to stop and engage me. i’ve always been surprised at how many people hesitate to accept my gift. some assume i have a hidden agenda; others think i’m crazy. some are even angry, and shout things like “go home, you freak!” if a comparable experience comes your way anytime soon, Cancerian, i urge you to lower your suspicions. Consider the possibility that a blessing is being offered to you with no strings attached.
leo (July 23-aug. 22): “Nearly all men can
stand adversity,” said abraham lincoln, “but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” according to my analysis of the astrological omens, that thought will have extra meaning for you in the coming weeks. so far in 2011, you have gotten passing grades on the tests that adversity has brought you. But now come the trickier trials and tribulations. Will your integrity and impeccability stand up
strong in the face of your waxing clout and influence?
VIRgo (aug. 23-sept. 22): it would be a good week for you to assemble a big pile of old tVs you bought for $5 apiece at a thrift store and run over them with a bulldozer. it would also be a favorable time to start a blazing fire in a fireplace and throw in the photos of all the supposedly attractive people you used to be infatuated with even though you now realize that they were unworthy of your smart love. in other words, Virgo, it is a perfect moment to destroy symbols of things that have drained your energy and held you back. There’s an excellent chance this will provide a jolt of deliverance that will prime further liberations in the coming weeks. lIBRa (sept. 23-oct. 22): The style of dance known as the samba seems to have its origins in the semba, an old angolan dance in which partners rub their navels together. in the african Kimbundu language, semba also means “pleasing, enchanting,” and in the Kikongo tongue it denotes “honoring, revering.” in accordance with the astrological omens, i invite you libras to bring the spirit of semba to your life. Use your imagination as you dream up ways to infuse your intimate exchanges with belly-to-belly reverence and enchantment. Be serpentine and worshipful. Be wild and sublime. Bestow your respectful care with all your slinky wiles unfurled. scoRPIo
(oct. 23-Nov. 21): in the Philippines, there is a geographic anomaly i want to call your attention to: a volcanic island in a lake that’s on a volcanic island in a lake that’s on an island. Can you picture that? Vulcan Point is an island in Crater lake, and Crater lake is on Volcano island, and Volcano island is in lake taal, and lake taal is on the island of luzon. it’s confusing — just as your currently convoluted state is perplexing, both to you and those around you. you could be aptly described as fiery earth within cool water within fiery earth within cool water within fiery earth. Whether that’ll be a problem, i don’t know yet. are you oK with containing so much paradox?
sagIttaRIUs (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): For the Navajo, the quality of your life isn’t measured
by your wealth or status, but by whether you “walk in beauty.” it’s an excellent time, astrologically speaking, for you to evaluate yourself from that perspective. Do you stop to admire a flock of sparrows swirling toward a tangerine cloud at dusk? are you skilled at giving gifts that surprise and delight others? When your heart isn’t sure what it feels, do you sing songs that help you transcend the need for certainty? Have you learned what your body needs to feel healthy? Do you know any jokes you could tell to ease the passing of a dying elder? Have you ever kissed a holy animal or crazy wise person or magic stone?
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(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “He who wants to do good knocks at the gate,” says Bengali poet rabindranath tagore in one of his “stray Bird” poems, while “he who loves finds the gate open.” i agree completely. That’s why i advise you, as you get ready to head off to your next assignment, not to be burning with a no-nonsense intention to fix things. rather, be flowing with the desire to offer whatever gifts and blessings are most needed.
aQUaRIUs (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “once bread
becomes toast, it can never become bread again.” today i saw that piece of wisdom scrawled on the wall of a cafe’s restroom. i immediately thought of you. Metaphorically speaking, you’re thinking about dropping some slices in the toaster, even though you’re not actually ready to eat yet. if it were up to me, you would wait a while before transforming the bread into toast — until your hunger got ratcheted up to a higher level. The problem is, if you make the toast now, it’ll be unappetizing by the time your appetite reaches its optimum levels. That’s why i suggest: Put the bread back in the bag. For the moment, refrain from toasting.
PIsces (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t try so hard, Pisces. give up the struggle. as soon as you really relax, your subconscious mind will provide you with simple, graceful suggestions about how to outwit the riddle. Notice i just said you will be able to “outwit the riddle.” i didn’t say you will “solve the riddle.” Big difference. outwitting the riddle means you won’t have to solve it, because you will no longer allow it to define the questions you’re asking or the answers you’re seeking. m
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Maplefields, Chimney Corners Very early morning, 5:30 a.m. You stopped in for coffee and were driving a white truck. Perhaps the business you work for on the side of it. You definitely caught my eye, and I may have yours. Coffee? :) When: Wednesday, April 6, 2011. Where: Maplefields, Chimney Corners. You: Man. Me: Woman. #908834 She said “macaroni”! Name the time and place. Contact me any way you please. M. When: Thursday, April 7, 2011. Where: Earth. You: Woman. Me: Man. #908833 Not a word Is this one for you, babe? What would give me away? Your sexy blue eyes, the patience in your voice when I’m sharing - maybe if I talked about your missed photo ops? Things change, sweetie, but we’ve managed to grow together for some time now. I can’t tell you why, or how, I’m still just amazed. I love you, SWT. Skookie. When: Tuesday, April 5, 2011. Where: in my life. You: Man. Me: Woman. #908832 Bolton summer Fun! Erin, I hope I get to see you this summer at your favorite swimming/ tanning area! Missed you last summer, hope you are well. When: Monday, July 6, 2009. Where: on the rocks. You: Woman. Me: Man. #908831
that you do as a result of all that you see. When: Monday, April 4, 2011. Where: a school near you. You: Woman. Me: Man. #908825 Yonder73 You have left me caughtincuriosity, perhaps a drink? Hopefully your uncanny wit knows how to find me. ;) When: Monday, April 4, 2011. Where: Seven Days. You: Man. Me: Woman. #908824
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Crucial Cutie Tall, dark, handsome and green. Not a Ninja Turtle but my favorite nightly obsession. Sometimes I call you guys just to see your deep brown eyes. This is Crucial! When: Saturday, April 2, 2011. Where: my front door. You: Man. Me: Woman. #908818 been gone exactally 2 weeks Two weeks and three days, I spy you whistling to yourself at the co-op, glowing in your knowing. You were wearing Carhartts, an old wool sweater covered by a hoodie and a swanky scarf that beautifully balanced function with the inner beauty I saw. Maybe soon you’ll spy me, naked and yowling on your doorstep. When: Tuesday, March 22, 2011. Where: City Market. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #908817 Urban Outfitting You came in while a friend and I were looking at books. You then were looking at the sunglasses. I thought the white ones you were wearing looked better than the ones you were trying on! Sorry I didn’t tell you there and then! When: Saturday, April 2, 2011. Where: Urban Outfitters. You: Man. Me: Man. #908816 Hotttie at Jericho School Play Went with my boss’ family to see her daughter perform in the school play. You talked with my boss during intermission. You sat a row in front of us near the aisle with a blue hat on. I think you work at UVM and your name is Caleb. Thanks for making the play even more enjoyable. When: Friday, April 1, 2011. Where: Jericho School Play. You: Man. Me: Woman. #908815
Honda-driving Jersey Girl Brown Honda Pilot with Jersey plates. As you drove past me I couldn’t help but notice your fat face looking over as you reached out the window with your fat arm holding a big bag of KFC trash. It was that magical moment when you just dropped the trash on the road that I knew you weren’t for me. When: Thursday, March 31, 2011. Where: Manhattan Dr.. You:
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mistress maeve Dear Mistress Maeve,
My boyfriend of four years and I have not had sex in almost 18 months. I have tried EVERYTHING, from getting mad and upset to asking for permission to sleep with other people. He has always had performance problems, and I’ve tried to be understanding, but he won’t talk about it or go to a doctor. As much as I’d like to think that the problem lies with him, I have tried to proposition two other guys and got shot down by both of them, too. I am, unfortunately, in a position where I can’t leave him (yet). My self-esteem and confidence are both shot. Any other suggestions?
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I could give you advice on how to get your sex life and intimacy back on track, but would it matter? In the face of adversity in your relationship, you turned to propositioning other men as the solution. I shouldn’t have to tell you this, but cheating isn’t going to help. Further, even if those men had taken you up on your advances, your confidence and selfesteem would most likely still be in the toilet. You all but say you’ll be out the door as soon as you’re in a position to do so — which leads me to believe this relationship is over. If any part of you wants to repair this relationship, it’s time to have a serious chat with your guy. Tell him that you love him (if you do) and insist that you visit a professional together to address your intimacy issues and his possible sexual dysfunction. Let him know that if he’s unwilling to work on these issues in a therapeutic environment, you will end the relationship. Your partner can ask you to be patient and understanding, so long as he’s pursuing a solution to your relationship’s problems. He cannot, however, ask you to suffer while he goes on ignoring his issues.
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Mr. Starbucks :) Chris, I introduced you to my father as my personal barista. :) I enjoy your Starbucks coffee and would love to know what was in that “secret recipe.” Hello, Mac TheyMIGHTbeGiants Meghan. When: Friday, April 1, 2011. Macaroni. :) When: Wednesday, Obviously you don’t1 like the Giants. 1x3-cbhb-personals-alt.indd 6/14/10 2:39:13 PM Where: Starbucks in Williston. April 6, 2011. Where: everywhere. Don’t prefer them myself. Rugby’s You: Man. Me: Woman. #908814 You: Man. Me: Woman. #908830 more my thing. But you already know that. ;) Would love to take that fine Penny Cluse Kate Oh, the places we’ll go ass out some night. Maybe catch I’ve had the biggest crush on you. I Congratulations! Today is our day. another show? Or a quiet conversation moved to central New York two years We’re off to great places! We’re off and over some drinks? When: Monday, ago, but every time I come back to away. Sunsets to see, and blankets to March 28, 2011. Where: metronome. Burlington and see your smiling face at snuggle, popcorn at movies that fall You: Woman. Me: Man. #908823 Penny Cluse, I wonder why I left. If you’re when we chuckle. And yet, best of all, ever in Ithaca, N.Y., let me know! When: A wish to wishbone before we turn in, a Cheshire, freckleFriday, April 1, 2011. Where: Penny full, mouth-turning grin. Tonight is our You: blue eyes; feathery, short, dirty Cluse. You: Woman. Me: Man. #908813 night! Tomorrow night, too. Grateful to blond hair; chicken legs; and a love be off to great places with you. When: for all things plaid. Me: bodacious planet Mercury has no moons Saturday, April 2, 2011. Where: eating brunette with a wobbly stride. This Summer 1995, you had your camera weird, orange peanut-like substances. one is for you, no confusion, I miss and were taking photos of the jars You: Woman. Me: Man. #908829 your breath, let’s frolic in my pretty of pickled eggs at that pizza place in city and then touch down in our Green Waitsfield. Straight, shoulder-length, Dear My future trophy boyfriend, Mountains. I miss you, it’s just me almost charcoal-ish brown hair, dark I haven’t paid for my profile, either. and you. When: Wednesday, March blue eyes, glasses, wonderful smile. I can’t even send you a flirt. Check 9, 2011. Where: in my bed?. You: We made our way later to Mad River to out my profile and let me know if you Woman. Me: Woman. #908821 catch a show.You took my heart with think one of us should make a greater you a few days later when you left for Austin Dr. S. Burlington effort. Sincerely, Ramona. When: your internship in El Paso. Have I gotten Tuesday, April 5, 2011. Where: T2T. Very brief encounter, we only said hi. it back? When: Friday, April 1, 2011. You: Man. Me: Woman. #908828 It’s a vibe thing. 1 p.m. You: jogging, Where: planet Jupiter’s 63 moons. dark hair, beard, sexy voice. Me: You: Woman. Me: Man. #908812 Caught my attention bundled up, red hat, green scarf, blue You rented from me and we chatted coat, walking a dog. Um, you’re hot. Sweetie McGee a bit, you recently moved back Contact me. When: Sunday, April 3, Bonded over kid cuddi and soon became here and are going through the 2011. Where: Austin Dr., S. Burlington. tight buddies. You knew it was going corrections academy. Wondered You: Man. Me: Woman. #908820 to happen all along. I’m really happy if you were single. Coffee or drink to say you weren’t wrong. Finally have Tall redhead with beautiful eyes sometime? When: Tuesday, March a Bikram bub. Someone who can give 29, 2011. Where: airport. You: You: Tall, short, bright hair, blue eyes, me back rubs. Your roundhouse kick: Man. Me: Woman. #908826 long, black coat, boots. Grocery run. killer. Really quite a thriller. For now We made eye contact a few times and let’s see where it goes. Hoping that it Constant grader a couple smiles. I was too shy to say just grows and grows. When: Saturday, I am so proud of you. You are a something. Me: Tall, dark hair, tats, black March 5, 2011. Where: everywhere. teacher. Your day is never done and T-shirt. If you’re single, I’d like to meet You: Man. Me: Woman. #908810 rarely is it easy. Thank you for all you. You grabbed a Seven Days, so I hope
Ciderhouse Cutie You: beautiful, brown-haired waitress running around. You caught my eye last Friday, and the only thing sweeter than the rips was your smile. I wish it wasn’t so busy so I could talk to you more. I’ll be in next Friday to ask you out. When: Friday, March 25, 2011. Where: Ciderhouse. You: Woman. Me: Man. #908809
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