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ational news reports have focused on the tornado that ripped through Joplin, Mo., on Sunday, and on this spring’s extensive Mississippi River flooding. But Lake Champlain has also been above flood stage since the beginning of May, overwhelming lakefront roads and homes. On Monday, strong winds whipped up whitecaps that slapped the shore, causing more damage and erosion. In response, the city of Burlington issued a frantic call for volunteers to help fill sandbags in Leddy Park. Seven Days assistant web editor Tyler Machado snapped this pic at the stairs leading down to a beach and picnic area there. The flooding has also delayed the opening of half a dozen lakefront state parks, which were set to start the summer season this weekend: Sand Bar, Burton Island, Knight Island, Woods Island, Kill Kare and Alburgh Dunes are all closed until further notice. Reading the high-water update on the state parks’ website is downright depressing. The description of the damage at Sand Bar reads, simply, “Entire park is under several feet of water.” But if you want to get outside this weekend, state park director Craig Whipple

Water World Whipple said parks’ staff is hoping to open the others by mid- to late June. “Earlier,” he adds, “if the lake cooperates.” Looking for the newsy blog posts?

A drug case was tossed last week after the judge found South Burlington cop Jack O’Connor rearranged facts to justify the arrest. That’s the same cop who botched a raid in 2005.

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two skate shops — Maven, Ridin‘ High and Talent indoor Skatepark — and at least eight other action-sports companies, including Burton Snowboards. Skate culture has also had a significant impact on Burlington’s creative economy, influencing the style and culture of such marketing and design firms as Fuse and JDK Design. The new park was designed by Grindline Skateparks of Seattle, an industry leader that has designed and built more than 60 skate parks throughout the United States, Canada and Japan. Last July, Grindline’s lead designer, Micah Shapiro (no relation to CEDO’s Merriman Shapiro) came to Burlington and presented three mock-up designs, which were based on input from the local skater community. Based on additional community feedback gleaned from that meeting, Shapiro returned to the drawing board and came up with the final design. As Eichen explains, the new park will be three times larger than the existing one and built out of custom, molded concrete that is twice as durable — and far more enjoyable to skate on — as the current park. The new facility is designed to incorporate many features popular among street skaters, such as ledges, gaps, stairs and railings, as well as those favored in “transition skating,” such as ramps, pools and banks. “A lot of the park is based on flow, and how a skater can move from one feature to the next without stopping and turning around,” Eichen says, “which is what you have to do at our park right now.” Some signature features were also added to the original design to make the park unique to its waterfront locale, Eichen adds, including a transparent Plexiglas “wallride,” a triangular bank shaped like a sailboat and a double-humped ramp that pays tribute to Lake Champlain’s most elusive aquatic resident, Champ. From Merriman Shapiro’s perspective, the new park is already a success in terms of community empowerment and participation. She points out that this project has attracted the involvement of a significant number of local businesses and people who don’t ordinarily get involved in city-planning projects, especially among those under the age of 40. That’s not too surprising, since the median age of skateboarders in Vermont is 21.5. Nationally, participation in skateboarding has grown 40 percent since

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hen Josh Eichen dropped in on an April 2010 public meeting at Burlington’s Fletcher Free Library, he was there to offer feedback on a newly proposed waterfront skate park. The longtime skateboarder — now a freshly minted University of Vermont grad — had no idea he had found a potential career path. The 25-year-old community development and applied economics major wound up leading the fundraising effort for the Queen City’s new, state-ofthe-art facility. The Burlington skate park project enabled Eichen to combine two of his passions: urban planning and skateboarding. And for city planners such as Kirsten Merriman Shapiro of Burlington’s Community and Economic Development Office, the project has been a golden opportunity to engage a new generation of city residents in a redevelopment project that’s attracted interest beyond just the “usual suspects.” Earlier this year, CEDO and the Burlington Skate park Coalition unveiled the final design of a 20,000-square-foot concrete public skate park, which is part of the city’s larger redevelopment plans for the Moran Plant site. When completed, the new park is expected to be the biggest and best in New England, attracting skaters and BMX riders from all over the region. “A lot of people don’t know it, but there are a ton of good skateboarders here,” says Eichen, a native of Arlington, Mass., who spent the last year interning in the CEDO office as part of his senior project. “Having this park here will change everything.” Local skaters are banking on it. Although Burlington’s current skate park, which cost $326,000, has served them for more than a decade, skaters claim it’s “totally thrashed.” Harsh winters and the continual grinding of boards have eaten away the wooden ramps and exposed metal screws and steel supports, leaving much of the park unusable. Even as the popularity of skateboarding in Burlington has skyrocketed, the parks and recreation department has slowly removed features, such as the mini-halfpipe, as they have broken or become unsafe. In some respects, it’s surprising that it took this long to get a world-class skate park off the ground. Burlington is home to an estimated 3700 skaters, as well as

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What’s in a Name? A Lot, for the State’s “Official” Craft Center

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A RT year, and the state is looking for new volunteers to serve. They will reexamine the governor’s executive order and possibly revise the criteria, including how venues can display the words “Vermont State Craft Center.” Murphy says this transition has contributed to the delay in responding to Frog Hollow’s petition. Hunter is determined not to lose those vital words in his organization’s name. “I’m not asking for special treatment,” he says. “But we were the first in the nation. We have that long history. I don’t see why it’s a big deal to grandfather us in.”

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“It’s almost like a car registration, the little decal that you put on your car,” says Hunter. He doesn’t have a problem with other galleries getting the state’s imprimatur, but he thinks that if an organization can’t include the designation in its official name, “there’s absolutely no benefit of being a state craft center.” Many of the artists Rob Hunter Frog Hollow represents agree. GARY STARR, a Middlebury wood carver who displays his bird decoys at both Frog Hollow and Artisans Hand, says those four little words make a big difference. “It’s a stamp of credibility,” he says. “Not for the people who live in Vermont … but somebody else walking down Church Street, who sees the designation.” The little stickers and plaques don’t stand out enough, Starr suggests. With its application stalled, Frog Hollow is holding out for a new executive order from the Shumlin administration — and Hunter says the prospects look promising. The designation committee is in the process of reformulating, says Vermont’s chief marketing officer, KATHY MURPHY. All but one of its members’ terms expire this

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its start in Middlebury in 1971 as an eduROG HOLLOW is fighting to keep its name. Not the Frog Hollow part, cational craft center for kids. Four years but the four important words later, it became the nation’s first statethat follow: Vermont State Craft recognized craft center. “We have a pride Center. When the organization applied associated with [the name],” says Hunter. In 2006, when craft galleries across to renew its designation more than a year ago, as it does every few years, the state the state were struggling, Gov. JIM DOUGLAS responded with a surprising request: signed an executive order that revised the process of state-craft-cenPlease remove the words ter designation. The idea “Vermont State Craft was to expand the criteria Center” from your signage and marketing materials. — and thus the potential But Frog Hollow designees — in hopes of giving a boost to the craft doesn’t want to. Executive community. director ROB HUNTER says those words are exactly A volunteer committee what make the designaof craftspeople was formed tion worthwhile. He and to lay out the new rules: his board of directors have Craft centers no longer stood firm in their camp, had to be nonprofits; and, and their application has rather than representROB HUNT ER, EXEC UT IV E ing 100 percent Vermont been in limbo ever since. DIREC T OR, F ROG To be clear, no one’s artists and artisans, they HOL L OW asking Frog Hollow to take simply had to offer “a high down the sign currently on percentage of original, its Church Street gallery, or to throw away Vermont-made, high-quality craft.” all the marketing and packaging material it As a result, two other Vermont galleralready has in stock. The state has simply ies won state-craft-center status in 2009: requested that, when the time does come ARTISANS HAND in Montpelier and GALLERY to replace those items, the “offending” AT THE VAULT in Springfield. What did the designation get them? A presence on the words be left out. Frog Hollow, which currently rep- state-run website and stickers and a plaque resents more than 200 Vermont artists to display in their windows announcing and artisans at its Burlington gallery, got their distinguished status.

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he name “Studio Three” implies there are also studios one and two. That is precisely the case at SPOTLIGHT ON DANCE in South Burlington. Housed in a nondescript beige building, a former print shop on San Remo Drive, the place has been providing dance instruction to kids and adults here for three and a half years (the biz started in Colchester in 1996). The third studio, installed last year in the back of the building, is a capacious, rectangular “black box” with a long, mirrored wall, professional lighting and a sound booth overhead. Surprisingly comfortable folding chairs — for up to 80 — and staging can be arranged as needed. Anyone interested in an intimate, alternative performance space, listen up. Since they added the room, Spotlight on Dance owners TIM and JEN BARDEN have

used it for dance workshops and a performance of the play Love Letters. This week, they’ll debut Studio Three’s newest incarnation: music venue. A concert series dubbed GREEN MOUNTAIN GOLD launches on Friday with a rare performance of “Steel String Americana” by Burlington guitar virtuoso PAUL ASBELL. Near-future performers include the TOO TIGHT TRIO, featuring bluesman KIP MEAKER, and singer-songwriter MARY MCGINNISS. To organize the music series, Tim Barden called on another TIM — MCKENZIE, an old friend “since before college,” he says. “I used to follow Tim as a musician.” Indeed, McKenzie was a guitarist in local acoustic acts, including ’70s bluegrass legend Pine Island String Band. In his day job, McKenzie was noted for his involvement with Vermont’s pioneering land-trust

movement. He moved away for 10 years, worked as a housing consultant around the country, and returned to Burlington in 2009. “From the start, we had the idea to create an intimate performance space for dance, music and theater,” continues Tim Barden, the director of information technology for the city of Burlington and a longtime singer in the vocal group ENCORE!. “Serendipitously, Tim came back, and we reconnected.” As it happens, Spotlight on

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hen Burlington is striking up the bands during the Discover Jazz Festival, local playwright and jazz trumpeter stephen GolDberG will hit the stage with live theater: His jazz-centric play Burning Bridges, produced in cooperation with the jazz fest, opens at oFF center For the Dramatic arts on June 1. Goldberg will reprise the role of down-and-out horn player Tony Franks. The play has been produced twice before. Goldberg directed jazz guitarist Kip meaKer as Tony in a 1999 club metronome show; filmmaker allan nicholls directed Goldberg in the part at the Flynnspace in 2003. Nicholls directs Goldberg again in the current production. And, though Goldberg admits he’s reluctant to rewrite, the show includes substantial changes. There’s “more meat … tension, stuff content,” he says, especially for the female lead, played by tracey GirDich. “There’s something big in the plot,” Goldberg adds cryptically, “something big that she’s gone through.” Fans of the playwright’s gritty repertoire can expect this work to revel in the underbelly of the contemporary jazz scene — dark underbellies being Goldberg’s comfort zone. In Burning Bridges, he draws on his rich reservoir of experience mixing with jazz musicians in New York City in the 1960s. The character

of Tony Franks, for example, was inspired by real-life trumpeter Tony Fruscella, who died of liver cirrhosis in 1969. “I’ve been on the really crazed, New York druggedout scene,” Goldberg says. “I knew these people when I was really young. There are so many characters … I mean, really unbelievable stuff.” Goldberg’s Tony has also spent time on the wild side and must now survive the crucible of the recording studio. He’s been led back into the booth by a young chanteuse, the daughter of a jazz crony played by emily Day. The other session players are James harvey on keyboards and ben littenberG on bass. paul schnabel plays the exacting producer with whom Tony clashes. With the bulk of the second act set in a recording studio, the play features a fair amount of live music — some of it happening between takes. “I’m trying to have the piece have a certain rhythm, a crescendo, some dynamic moments,” Nicholls says. A shared musical vocabulary among the performers has been a boon to the process, he notes. The show’s staging leverages this experience, with Schnabel’s producer doing “talk back” to his musicians from the back of the house, as if from the control booth. Other staging choices that bring the

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has been on creating the space and spreading the word. “The audiences around Burlington are known as being savvy and discriminating,” says McKenzie. “I’d like those people to know about what we have going on here.” Booking “has been a wee bit more involved than I’d thought,” he concedes, “but as I’ve been stirring the pot among musicians, people are starting to call me.” McKenzie has three shows lined up for this spring and a couple in the fall, and expects to fill in more dates over the summer. For now, the spotlight is on … music. m

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fter the boxes, the stars and the sunflowers, time’s up in Brandon. Which is a way of saying that clocks will be the theme of this summer’s Brandon artists’ Guild exhibit. It’s the ninth in a series that started in 2003 with Plexiglas pigs decorated by local artists and, in recent years, has featured creations responding to the cues of “Thinking Outside the Box,” “Starring Brandon” and “Sunflower Power 2010.” Clocks became the latest choice because “they’re something practical for people’s homes and something fun for artists to enhance,” explains nationally popular folk artist Warren KimBle, 76, the catalytic force behind the guild and its annual art spectacle. Kimble’s contribution to this year’s show, “Country Cupboard Clock” is actually doubly functional. Not only does it tell the time, its painted front panel, showing a very tall tree alongside a teensy barn, opens to reveal three storage shelves. Kimble calls it a “grandmother’s clock” because the 4-and-a-half-foot timepiece is shorter than a grandfather clock. The organizers of the show, titled “Art Makes Brandon Tick,” clearly couldn’t resist time-related puns, nor could a few of the artists who have clocked in. In sandy mayo’s “Times Squared,” for example, the numbers of the hours are inscribed on blocks that protrude from a multicolored checkerboard surface. And a swaying slab of cherry wood with a small clock embedded near its top is titled — you guessed it — “Time Warp.” ricK haver, who made that piece, also assembled the clocks used in all 20 of the creations on display. The Shoreham resident, a furniture maker by trade, says he joined the Brandon guild because of its social dimension. “They really do connect with the community,” Haver observes.

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audience into the action, as well as relatively simple, “portable” sets, inspire Nicholls to think Burning Bridges could tour. “You can stage this play in a bar in New Orleans,” he suggests. “You can stage this play in a jazz club in Berlin.” For his part, Goldberg is focused on the more immediate challenge of memorizing his lines — a humbling bit of payback. “Actors complain often about learning my lines,” he admits. “And now I realize why.” Still, Goldberg didn’t entertain the option

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of revising the dialogue. “I didn’t want to make it easy on myself,” he says. “It’s gotta feel like jazz, like it’s happening in this moment and never happened before and will never happen again.”m

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other people as your instruments. And for powerful men, women are multipurpose instruments — useful for pleasure and social enhancement and as props in the feats of social and political derringdo that these men seem compelled to undertake. To mess with a woman obviously below your station and get away with it is like handling a suicide bomb without letting it explode. It’s also a dare to other powerful people to make a big deal over such a trivial thing as sexual harassment. (Schwarzenegger was elected. StraussKahn, in spite of widespread knowledge of his sexual aggression, was on his way to France’s presidency. Clarence Thomas was confirmed.) The irony in Strauss-Kahn’s case, as Katha Pollitt pointed out in the Nation, is that, while his cronies have stood by him, DSK was brought down by a woman so marginalized she might not even have known who he was. It would be easy to dismiss these guys as sickos — people with major impulse-control problems. Too easy. Getting things done when you’re running a global monetary super-institution or the most populous state in America often requires strategically holding one’s tongue, or desires, in check. When one of the world’s most powerful men forces a maid to her knees, it is not because he can’t help himself, or even because he desires her. He does it because he can — and that is the alpha and omega of power. m “poli psy” is a twice monthly column by Judith levine. Got a comment on this story? contact levine@sevendaysvt.com.

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like it — are the routine maintenance of power. The powerful individual must demonstrate power even when no one (or, in the case of rape, no one “important”) is looking. He has not only to show everyone else how powerful he is but also to remind himself of the fact. Men and women both manipulate sex to wield power, but men do it in a way that is consonant with worldly power: by taking, not seducing to be taken. In fact, sexual taking is synonymous with masculine power. In feudal times, the droit du seigneur was the lord’s “right” to take the virginity of his serfs’ daughters. StraussKahn and Schwarzenegger carry on that tradition in political cultures founded on liberty. The former is an unapologetic libertine, the latter a libertarian. They believe in liberty — taking liberties — for themselves. These two men present themselves as lovers of women. But they love women as a person loves a car: as an instrument. Indeed, to hold power is to use

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Larry King. Schwarzenegger wed American political royalty. The wives of other highly placed men who fancy sleeping down — Silda Spitzer, Hillary Rodham Clinton — are hardly slouches, either. Here’s my theory: In contemporary life, there is no such thing as simply being powerful. That went out with monarchy, when the king or queen personified the state — indeed, was the state’s singular person, of which everyone else was a constituent part: the body politic. Today, power is not something you are. It is something you have, but only if you exercise it. Like a muscle, it atrophies with disuse. Women’s bodies are a convenient place to flex. Power’s instability makes it a kind of vulnerability for a person, an institution or a nation. The powerful live in fear of unrest, overthrow or irrelevance. Constant enactments of authority and entitlement — such as pulling a breast out of a blouse, just because you feel

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Currently, BPD boasts 100 police officers and 12 parks-patrol members. To belong to the parks patrol, it helps if you can take a little guff — or a lot, depending on the person you’re dealing with, says Riley Lessor, 22, a two-year veteran of the unit. Essentially, if you’re a yellow shirt, you don’t have a lot of authority. Or any, really. The parks patrol is authorized to write parking tickets, issue warnings, and educate citizens on municipal ordinances that involve drinking in public, campfires and other minor indiscretions. But, as Morrison explains, the patrol lacks the enforcement capability of the police. Its “officers” can’t make arrests or write municipal tickets. That doesn’t mean you don’t have to listen to them. Because what they do have, in lieu of a badge and a gun, is a radio that patches directly to police HQ. “If you choose to disregard the yellow shirts, there will be a blue shirt right behind them,” Morrison warns. And you don’t want that to happen. The police don’t take kindly to folks ignoring the parks patrol. For one thing, many of

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them used to be yellow shirts themselves. The unit, Morrison says, has historically been used as a springboard to the department. Second, the police view the parks patrol as the folks who do the scut work so they don’t have to. If you force a cop into the picture, you’re likely to walk away with a ticket, or worse. More often than not, a warning from the parks patrol suffices, Morrison says. People generally comply with the rules when they learn they’re stepping out of bounds. But some do like to thumb their noses at the so-called baby cops. Typically, Morrison explains, the people who disobey are “regular players” who are known to the police as habitual offenders. They won’t give the parks patrol the time of day. The hardest part of the job, Lessor says, is “putting up with all the people who don’t respect you as a police officer.” Given those challenges, the yellow shirts can’t be meek or have bad interpersonal skills, Morrison says. Rather, they have to be self-assured individuals who can command authority without a badge. And they have to be willing to do a lot of biking around. Much of the patrolling is done astride a bike saddle. Depending on their post, parks-patrol members may be in charge of surveying North Beach, the downtown waterfront, Oakledge Park, the Burlington recreation path or the Church Street Marketplace. They earn $11 to $12 an hour for their service. The annual cost to the city to maintain this unit is roughly $3000 to $4000 for uniforms, bicycles and bicycle maintenance, in addition to $55,000 for wages. That expenditure is worth it, claims Morrison. The unit engenders good will and helps the police keep a handle on lower-level infractions. So, when they could be stuck educating you about the city’s open-container laws, police are freed up for more important tasks. Like solving crimes and eating doughnuts.m

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With the whole outdoors as your playground, you don’t want to break the bank having fun this summer. Maybe you’re supporting a family, paying off a student loan or just saving for another ski season. Either way, the best things in life are free (or cheap), and you will find them. (Page 27)

This is the summer you plan to get moving and lose 20 pounds. Or train a little harder and win a triathlon. Whatever your current fitness level, you’ll find plenty of ways to challenge yourself on Vermont’s sporting scene. (Page 28)

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“America’s premier Jimmy Buffett tribute show”? Come earlier in the weeklong festival to catch logrolling competitions and an antique-boat parade. People go a little crazy on and around the shores of Lake Memphremagog that week: They race beds. They race down the Clyde River in tubes. They outfit their animals in costumes for the Pet and Swimmers Parade. They compete for bragging rights to the best chowder in the Kingdom. Spectate for free, or join in for $5. Vermont’s free summer music series offer the best bang for your buck. Every Thursday night for a month, the BCA Center hosts free Battery Park Concerts. Pack up a picnic and head to the park to catch acts such as English band Scars on 45 and Austin, Texasbased Saints of Valory. Or set up your blanket on the Middlebury town green for a week of free shows courtesy of Festival-on-the-Green. If all else fails, just go swimming. It’s always free somewhere, and there’s really no better way to spend summertime in Vermont.

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Still, you must have interests besides food. Music, maybe? Pack up a loaf of crusty bread and some Bayley Hazen Blue for a picnic at Snow Farm Vineyard’s Concert Series. Every Thursday evening all summer, the South Hero vineyard hosts a different musical act, from jazz and classical to bluegrass to classic rock. Just imagine: your toes tapping in the grass, a glass of wine in one hand, a hunk of cheese in the other, as the lake laps gently at the island’s shores. Let’s face it, though: You won’t rest until you’ve traced that cheese back to the farm from whence it

came. So you’d better sign up for a Vermont Farm Tour. Wander cheese caves, learn to make yogurt, and meet the cows and pigs you usually encounter only on a plate. Still hungry? Head back to Shelburne Farms for the annual Vermont Fresh Network Forum in August. Here’s your chance to schmooze with Vermont chefs and the partner farmers who supply their restaurants. Last year, Hen of the Wood at the Grist Mill offered crispy pork cheek with stewed blueberries and pickled vegetables. The Perfect Wife Restaurant and Tavern served barbecued quail legs. Ariel’s Restaurant prepared larb, a Thai salad made with chilled ground pork and a fragrant mint dressing. Food writer Alice Levitt dropped a delicate slice of elk on the floor — then ate it anyway. That’s the foodie spirit! • Vermont Cheesemakers Festival, Sunday, July 24, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Shelburne Farms Coach Barn. $35. Info, 884-6287. vtcheesefest.com

• Snow Farm Vineyard Concert Series, Thursdays from June to September, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 190 West Shore Road, South Hero. Free. Info, 372-9463. snowfarm.com • Vermont Farm Tours. Info, 922-7346. vermontfarmtours.com • Vermont Fresh Network Forum, Sunday, August 7, 5 to 9 p.m., at Shelburne Farms Coach Barn. $50 for VFN partners and supporting members; $75 for nonmembers. Info, 434-2000. vermontfresh.net

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FITNESS FABIO’S SWEAT-STAINED SUMMER You love the taste of sweat. You live for the agony of a long run on a scorching day. The more your body screams, God, no! the more you say, Yes, please. Which is why you’re signing up for the Spartan Death Race. Of the 500 lunatics who have entered the competition since 2008, fewer than 50 have completed it. The 72hour endurance challenge — which uses the don’t-say-we-didn’t-warn-you domain name youmaydie.com — is a juggernaut of physical and mental horrors, the specifics of which are kept top secret until the big day. Accordingly, race director Andy Weinberg can’t say much about this year’s, but he promises “barbed wire, mud boggin’, crying, screaming, sweating and possibly religion.” You’re gonna love it. OK, no. You’re not really that crazy. You prefer reasonable challenges, such as the Onion River Century Ride, which offers cyclists of all ages three different loop lengths — 111, 68 or 24 miles — each starting and ending in civilized downtown Montpelier. You might even finish with enough strength left to lift a celebratory beer to your lips. If racing in the open water is more your thing, dive into Lake Memphremagog for the Kingdom Swim.

The five courses range in length from 10 miles down to 100 yards, and swimmers of all skills and ages are welcome. Celebrate your victory, or noble effort, at the Kingdom Aquafest street-dance party that night. You don’t always need to win. Sometimes you just want speed without having to flex too many muscles. Grab your sunglasses and head to Smugglers’ Notch Resort for a Zip Line Canopy Tour. You can spend up to three hours suspended above the mountain, whizzing down more than 4500 feet of zip lines, crossing sky bridges and rappelling from trees. You’re so sporty, you won’t even be embarrassed by the harness and helmet. And the best news is, you probably won’t die. • The Spartan Death Race, Saturday, June 25, 4 a.m., at Amee Farm in Pittsfield. $400 entry fee. Info, 989-3982. youmaydie.com • Onion River Century Ride, Saturday, July 30, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting at the KelloggHubbard Library in Montpelier. $50 through July 17; $65 after July 20; or $30, with $50 in pledges. Info, 229-9409. onionriver.com/ events-results/century • Kingdom Swim, Saturday, July 9, 8 a.m., at Prouty Beach in Newport. $15-150. Info, 334-8511. kingdomswim.org • Zip Line Canopy Tour at Smugglers’ Notch Resort in Jeffersonville. Open daily. $100. Info, 644-9300. smuggs. com/pages/summer/outdoor/ canopy-tour.php

CULTURE CATHY’S ESTIVAL ESCAPADES So, maybe you won’t get to see Shakespeare in the Park. And the Vermont Shakespeare Company, which presented the Bard in Grand Isle’s Knight Point State Park last year, is taking this one off to fundraise for a big 2012 season. But Marshfield’s Unadilla Theatre will fix you up with brilliant verbiage in a bucolic setting — a barn. This year The Tempest is on the docket, along with The Mikado and Turgenev’s A Month in the Country. Let the breeze blow through your hair and think of summer on a Russian dacha. Or, if you love to quote Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (of The Little Prince fame), drive down to the Weston Playhouse to see the premiere of Saint-Ex, a musical based on the author-aviator’s life. If you have Francophile tendencies, we don’t need to tell you to get thee to Montréal this summer. But don’t forget about Vergennes’ very own French Heritage Day, when Québécois song, dance and food are the order of the day. France’s traditional ally, Scotland, represents itself proudly at the Quechee Scottish Festival, with bagpiping, sheepdog championship trials and — last year, anyway — unusual athletic contests such as a ladies’ rolling-pin toss. A little roughhousing is all in good fun, but let’s get back to high culture. Tickets are going fast for Carmen (pictured, Julie Nesrallah, in the lead role), presented in June as part of the Green Mountain Opera Festival; Met-seasoned Daniel Beckwith wields the conductor’s baton. And, just next week, the Opera Company of Middlebury offers Puccini’s La Rondine (The Swallow), the tale of a courtesan who finds love too late. Things never seem to go well for sexy ladies in opera, but they are going well for the venerable Summer Music From Greensboro series, which is getting a new artistic director and a visit from the world-renowned Borromeo String Quartet. Don’t forget to check the schedules of the Craftsbury Chamber Players and the Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival, too. Vermont may not boast a metropolis, but when it comes to arts and culture, we can strike the right notes.

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• Unadilla Theatre presents The Tempest, Thursday through Sunday, July 21 through 24 and 28 through 31, 7:30 p.m., at 501 Blachly Road, Marshfield. $20 for adults; $10 for children. Info, 456-8968. unadilla.org • The Weston Playhouse presents Saint-Ex, August 25 through September 10 at 9 Park Street, Weston. See website for times and ticket pricing. Info, 824-5288. westonplayhouse.org • French Heritage Day, Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at various locations in Vergennes. Free. Info, 388-7951 or 733-8376. addisoncounty.com • Quechee Scottish Festival, Saturday, August 27, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Quechee Polo Field. $12 for adults; $8 for children. Info, 295-5351. quecheescottishfestival.com • The Green Mountain Opera Festival presents Carmen, Friday, June 17, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m., at the Barre Opera House, 6 North Main Street, Barre. $25-60. For tickets, 476-8188. greenmountainoperafestival.com • The Opera Company of Middlebury presents La Rondine (The Swallow). Friday, July 3, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 5, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, June 8, 8 p.m.; and Friday, June 10, 8 p.m., at Town Hall Theater, 68 South Pleasant Street, Middlebury. $40-45. Info, 388-7432. ocmvermont.org • Summer Music From Greensboro presents the Borromeo Quartet, Tuesday, August 9, 8 p.m., at United Church of Christ in Greensboro. $18 for adults; $17 for seniors; $10 for students; free for children; five concerts for $75. Info, 525-3291. summermusicfromgreensboro.org • Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival, uvm.org/gmcmf. • Craftsbury Chamber Players, craftsburychamberplayers.org.

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You are a collector of experiences, not objects. You’d head to something called the Vermont State Zucchini Festival just so you could say you did (and post the zucchini-toss pics on Facebook). That’s why we inform you with regret that there is no Vermont State Zucchini Festival this year. Would you accept the tinier blueberry or strawberry as a substitute? Kids will frolic in 100 gallons of blueberry Jell-O to celebrate the opening of the fourth annual 10-day Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival, which sprawls over three towns in the Mount Snow area. The organizers promise blue cars, blue food, blue art, blue beer and “blue adventures” (no word on blue movies). Come and do your best Violet Beauregard. The ninth annual Strawberry Festival at Cedar Circle Farmstand and Education Center in East Thetford is a more modest event — a one-day deal. But the strawberries are organic, and so’s the ice cream, so you can feel virtuous while stuffing yourself with shortcake. If you prefer savory events to sweet ones, there’s always the Southern Vermont Garlic and Herb Festival, which “claims the glory and distinction of raising the biggest stink in Vermont,” according to a press release. Expect garlic ice cream and ... garlic golf. If you’re down south in June, you can’t miss the annual Strolling of the Heifers, Vermont’s kinder and gentler take on the Running of the Bulls. This year, besides the usual parade of flower-bedecked bovines down Brattleboro’s Main Street, there’s a film festival, a farm-themed Tour de Heifer for cyclists and, best of all, the creation of what organizers hope will be the world’s largest mapleyogurt smoothie. They’re aiming for 335 gallons and a Guinness World Record, and, yes, the monster treat will be locally sourced. If you hail from urban parts, you really should take in a corn maze, a creemee stand or five (see our snackbar survey on page 38, and Lauren Ober’s creemee chronicle on page 34), and a drive-in movie before you leave Vermont. Happy trails ... we’ll see you at the next Zucchini Fest. • Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival, Friday, July 29, through Sunday, August 7, in various locations in Wilmington, Whitingham and Dover. Info, 464-8092. vermontblueberry.com • Strawberry Festival, Sunday, June 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Cedar Circle Farmstand and Education Center at 225 Pavillion Road, East Thetford. $5 per car. Info, 785-4737. cedarcirclefarm.org • Southern Vermont Garlic and Herb Festival, Saturday and Sunday, September 3 and 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Bennington. $5 per day; $1 for children under 12. Info, 447-3311. lovegarlic.com • Strolling of the Heifers, Friday through Sunday, June 3 through 5, at various locations in Brattleboro. Parade is Saturday, 10 a.m., on Main Street. Taste the giant smoothie at the concurrent Live Green Expo on the Brattleboro Common and Retreat Grounds. Info, 258-9177. strollingoftheheifers.com PHOTO THIS PAGE COURTESY OF ROBERT EDDY, FIRSTLIGHTSTUDIS.NET; NEXT PAGE, FILE: JUSTIN CASH

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Sitting in a dark room on a summer day doesn’t have to feel totally lame. For instance, you could be watching a movie about teenage paparazzi or Iran’s underground music scene. Or checking out “Thief,” a short film by an Upper Valley native that just won a Student Academy Award. (It’s based on the early life of Saddam Hussein.) Those are just three offerings at next week’s White River Indie Films festival, also featuring workshops on acting and film production, a circus-themed gala, and a benefit party at the Main Street Museum. While you’re at the museum, be sure to check out this modern-day cabinet of curiosities, which is currently exhibiting cheeky portraits of political figures and their pets by Daisy Rockwell — yes, Norman’s granddaughter. Ask about the Tuesday night cult-film series. The Northeast Kingdom has its own cabinet of curiosities — the very Victorian Fairbanks Museum, which comes equipped with a planetarium for extra geek points. Walk a few blocks to the air-conditioned theater at Catamount Arts to finish the day with a movie that doesn’t involve robots or explosions. Sitting on wet grass at outdoor music festivals isn’t for you, but Bookstock, the third annual literary festival in Woodstock, promises a tidier experience. Celebrated poet Sharon Olds is a guest. If you just want a quirky selection of books to browse — a whole skating rink of ’em — don’t miss the Vermont Antiquarian Booksellers Vermont Summer Book & Ephemera Fair in Brattleboro. Most interiors induce cabin fever in the summer. Wilson Castle (pictured), in Proctor, isn’t one of them: The elaborate wall stencils and oddball artifacts of this Victorian mansion could keep you mesmerized for hours. Maybe they keep dead souls fixated, too — the place is reportedly haunted. Take a tour, dress up for a murder-mystery dinner or follow real paranormal investigators at work. This summer, don’t let anybody tell you you need to get out more.

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fog slowly lifts from Lake Champlain, revealing the still, glassy surface of Shelburne Bay, which is eerily quiet for this time of year. On a normal May morning, the bay would be a dense, swaying forest of sailboats, the air filled with the sound of riggings rattling in the For tickets visit: breeze. However, this has been anything www.highergroundmusic.com but a normal May and, on this particular morning, only a lone sailboat rocks 12v-CombatFitness051811.indd 1 5/17/11 10:31 AMsilently on its mooring. Along the grassy western shore of this sheltered cove, just a stone’s throw from Shelburne Point, sits an unused row of overturned dinghies, kayaks, canoes and runabouts. The concrete boat ramp and wooden staircase that lead down to the water are almost completely submerged, and a nearby parking lot is virtually empty. For weeks, the docks have been inaccessible from dry land. Time and tide may wait for no man, but here at the Lake Champlain Yacht Club in Shelburne — known more succinctly to its 200 or so members as the LCYC — the 2011 sailing season will have to wait another few weeks until the record floodwaters subside. There’s still much work to be done 120 Main Street, Burlington at the LCYC, as members of the oldest 802.862.1670 yacht club in Vermont — and perhaps urBanSalonteaM.coM the oldest on Lake Champlain — gear up for another summer on the water. By all accounts, yachts are like second 12v-UrbanSalon-052511.indd 1 5/24/11 11:05 AMhomes that require continual maintenance and upkeep, and the LCYC isn’t the type of place where “the help” swab decks and repaint hulls. for a UVM research Study Don’t be fooled by the club’s of Behavioral-Biological Factors hoity-toity name. The LCYC isn’t some snooty social club Affecting Cigarette Smoking. where the über-rich anchor We are looking for people who are: their 80-foot schooners, nibble • Healthy Adults, 18-55 years old Russian caviar on the veranda • Available once everyday for and peruse the Dow Jones list15 consecutive days ings with bored indifference. On a typical summer afternoon, We offer ﬂexible sessions: a visitor is more likely to spot • Approximately 25 minutes a day a gaggle of teens following one another like baby ducks onto the lake in a fleet of Flying Juniors, or learner sailboats, while their parents labor offUp to $650 compensation shore repairing the family’s Call 656-5360 for more info 20-foot cabin cruiser. A new

generation of Vermonters is discovering the joys of sailing, and many nascent boaters are getting their bearings on Lake Champlain with the help of the LCYC. Its ranks are growing — and include some families who don’t even own a boat. The LCYC’s “Great Room” is a large clubhouse built in 1998 with high ceilings, exposed wood beams and padded wicker chairs that face a large granite fireplace. On a recent visit, two of the club’s longtime members greet me: Mary Lintermann, the LCYC’s communications director; and Bernadine “Bern” Collins, the club’s historian and former “commodore,” or president. (Collins was elected the club’s first female commodore in 1988.) The clubhouse walls are lined with colorful burgees, or triangular flags that often fly from sailboat riggings, collected by members while visiting other yacht clubs around the country. Ordinarily, the garage doors to the clubhouse would be open and families would be filling the place for a weekly “burger burn,” or barbecue, as they await relatives returning from a regatta or late-afternoon cruise. On this particular day, however, the LCYC’s launch, the Milo C. Reynolds — named after the club’s longtime secretary and treasurer from 1911 to 1961 — is parked forlornly

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on a trailer in the center of the Great Room. As Collins explains, the LCYC was founded on May 16, 1887, as an outgrowth of the Sharpie Yacht Club of Burlington. The club’s original mission was to “encourage the introduction and development of yachting on Lake Champlain,” particularly at a time when virtually all boat traffic on the lake consisted of commercial vessels. Over its 124-year history, the LCYC erected several clubhouses at the foot of College Street in Burlington. The third one, built in 1913 — the two earlier ones burned down — inspired the design of the current Burlington Community Boathouse. There was a time, Collins admits, when the LCYC was quite a bit stuffier than its modern incarnation. Local lore has it that several members splintered off from the club in 1936 to form the Malletts Bay Boat Club in Colchester, hoping to escape the LCYC’s “highfalutin social atmosphere.” The club fell dormant as the Great Depression waned and stayed that way throughout World War II, Collins reports. It wasn’t until 1962 that a new

generation of sailing enthusiasts purchased the club’s current property on Shelburne Bay and “reactivated” it. Ever since, the LCYC has been run as a self-governing, nonprofit organization, in which all but 5 percent of membership dues go to covering the club’s operating budget. As Lintermann points out, it’s also a hands-on working club, which means that members are expected not only to pay their dues but also to contribute sweat equity toward the maintenance and upkeep of the property and equipment. Just last week, they held their annual spring workday to clean up debris that the high water left behind. Lintermann often advises new members, “Bring your work gloves!”

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The LCYC still adheres to its founding mission of promoting boating and sailing on the lake, with an emphasis on racing, cruising and lake education. But the current heart and soul of the club seems to be its junior sailing program, which is open to members and nonmembers alike. Since 70 percent of the club’s 175 vessels are wind powered, much of the emphasis is on teaching young people the ins and outs of catching the wind, tying knots and getting home safely. From May through October, the LCYC holds club races every Wednesday evening, and about a dozen other races and regattas on weekends. It hosts frequent regional and national-class regattas, too, as well as noncompetitive “cruises” up and down Lake Champlain. A typical cruise starts from Shelburne Bay, runs north to Point Au Roche ( just north of Plattsburgh), south to Diamond Island (off Kingsland Bay) and back home to Shelburne. Some members organize longer trips and take their boats “off lake” — they’ve ventured as far south as Cuba and as far north as the Maine coastline, Collins notes. While some members may have been

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hen I was a child growing up in Pittsburgh, one of my favorite summertime excursions was driving with my parents to get a Dairy Queen — meaning the airy yet silky ice cream pumped from a machine and swirled atop a cake cone. That we didn’t have an actual Dairy Queen within a 20-mile radius of our home was no matter. It was our generic term for soft-serve ice cream. I begged my parents to take me to the knockoff D.Q. stand so I could get a heap of vanilla and chocolate twisted into a spiral and topped with waxy sprinkles or dipped in equally waxy chocolate. But as I got older, I forgot about Dairy Queen. I became smitten with frozen yogurt (it was healthy!). Then I got hooked on pints of Ben & Jerry’s (it was novel!). Plus, I moved around and landed in places where soft-serve ice cream just wasn’t a thing. In the years between high school and my mid-twenties, I don’t recall ever making a special trip for it. But then I moved to Vermont, home of the creemee. Or the creamee. Or the kreemee, kreamie or creeme. In Vermont, unless you’re lactose intolerant, you love creemees. It’s written in the state charter that you must. In fact, if you do not eat at least half a dozen creemees a year, you will be fined for your insubordination. All babies born in the state receive a gift certificate for their first creemee along with their birth certificate. And the state legislature requires all towns to support at least one creemee stand within their boundaries. Perhaps not. But it can’t be denied that people in this state are obsessed with soft-serve. So much so that if you dare to call the confection anything other than a creemee, you will be viewed with disdain as a flatlander. But why? What is it about the creemee that makes it sacrosanct? And how did it come to have its own special Vermont name? Before we can tackle those pressing questions, we have to know a little something about the concoction itself. Not surprisingly, the origins of soft-serve are somewhat disputed, writes Jeri Quinzio, in her recent book Of Sugar and Snow: A History of Ice Cream Making. In one of the accounts, the cofounders of Dairy Queen, J.F. McCullough and his son, Alex, wanted to find a way to

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make ice cream taste better. In 1938, reasoning that the low temperature of ice cream prevented consumers from fully tasting its flavors, they decided to raise the treat’s temperature. Traditional ice cream is stored at 0 degrees Fahrenheit, while soft-serve mix is kept

at about 24 degrees. Lo and behold, the McCulloughs’ soft ice cream was a hit. Around the same time, Tom Carvel, founder of Carvel Ice Cream, began peddling hard ice cream in a truck. When the truck broke down, Carvel left the vehicle where it was and sold his melting

ice cream to vacationers driving by. The soft ice cream sold better than the hard, and a new product was born. Regardless of who hit on the idea of soft-serve first, its popularity is indisputable. Both Dairy Queen and Carvel launched wildly successful franchise businesses that continue today — just not in Vermont. Both outfits once maintained Green Mountain franchises, but now their names are on none of the state’s more than 400 creemee stands. The technology of soft-serve has changed over the years. For a while, soft-serve shops continued to sell melting ice cream much as they had when the product was first developed, says Dan Scruton, dairy-section chief for the Vermont Department of Agriculture, Food and Markets. But, by the 1950s, dairy product companies such as Hood, based in Lynnfield, Mass., began developing their own soft-serve mixes. Some were powdered, but most, including Hood’s, took a liquid form. These mixes were typically lower in milk-fat content than was hard-packed ice cream. While traditional hard ice cream must be at least 10 percent milk fat, soft-serve ranges from 2 percent milk fat to 14 percent, says Sarah Barow, spokesperson for Hood. Most creemees sold in Vermont contain 5 percent milk fat. There’s no agreement on who sold the first creemee in Vermont or how creemees proliferated through the state. But there is evidence that soft-serve stands are longtime residents. Stands such as the Dairy Creme in Montpelier, formerly a Dairy Queen, date back to the middle of the last century. This isn’t true nationwide, says Peg Checchi, a chef / instructor at New England Culinary Institute. Soft-serve stands aren’t nearly as numerous in other states, nor are they destinations in the summer. Checchi, who now lives in Chicago and serves as NECI’s distanceeducation coordinator, grew up in Westford and remembers piling into her parents’ truck with her siblings and driving to a creemee stand in Milton. Living in the Midwest, Checchi laments that not only does no one know about her beloved creemees, but she can’t find anywhere to get one. People just don’t go

outdoor venue’s appeal. “The earlier we is no. Hood, the largest seller of creecan open, the better. It’s sort of a sign of mee mix in the state, also purveys its spring,” he says. “People kind of attack soft-serve concoction throughout the the place in the spring.” Around July Northeast. This year, Hood will produce 4, Wallace’s business trails off slightly, approximately 4.85 million gallons of perhaps because people are over the soft-serve mix. That’s a whole lot of ice novelty of being outside and eating ice cream (New Englanders consume more cream — the excitement of a new season ice cream than any other region in the has worn off. country), and all of it is nearly identical. Paul Kindstedt, a nutrition and food- Any differences in flavor probably come science professor at the University of from the mix’s milk-fat percentage or the Vermont, speculates maintenance and that one reason for calibration of the the creemee’s sucsoft-serve machine, cess in the state has which has to be meto do with our ruralticulously cleaned ity and the slow pace and cared for to at which we have maintain creemee modernized. consistency. All the “Since refrigcreemee machines erators with freezin Vermont are made to m WA l l A c E, o W NE r , ers were relatively by Taylor Freezer Vil l A g E c rE E mE E S tAND , slow in replacing the of New England, Br iSto l icebox in this rural which determines state,” he writes in an the overrun, or email, “the delightamount of air in the ful experience of enjoying newly made product relative to the mix. soft ice cream straight from the handWallace’s Village Creeme Stand was cranked ice-cream freezer persisted, and once voted purveyor of the best creesoft-serve was reminiscent of the hand- mees in the state, a designation that made experience.” makes him chuckle. “People say, ‘You OK, but how about the name? And is have the best creemee we’ve had in the a creemee really any different from a bog state,’ and there’s really no reason for standard soft-serve cone? it, because we all use a Hood product,” The answer to the second question he says. “Maybe it’s just because we do

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gaga for soft-serve out there like they do here, Checchi says. Why don’t non-Vermonters love creemees the way we do? Or rather, why do we love them so much? At first blush, it seems obvious: Ice cream is delicious. And, if it’s Vermont ice cream, it’s the best in the country, state dairy guru Scruton contends. “Our milk does taste better, and I’m not at all prejudiced,” he says. Since half the milk produced in New England comes from Vermont, there’s a good chance your creemee has local roots. While ice cream is delicious, creemees, with their increased air content and melt-in-your-mouth texture, seem especially exciting. A creemee is unique, says Sue Bette, owner of Bluebird Tavern, whose Church Street coffee kiosk just began selling specialty soft-serve. “It’s softer, it’s refreshing, it’s smooth on the palate,” she explains. Are we the only people who understand that? Clearly not, says Checchi. She hypothesizes that, for Vermonters, creemees symbolize the end of winter and represent the spring rebirth. Finally, we can leave our homes, be outside without 12 layers of clothing and see other people. The creemee stand is where that happens. Tom Wallace, who has owned Village Creeme Stand in Bristol for 30 years, agrees with Checchi’s assessment of the

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He calls his second maxim the Stickiness Factor, a measure of how memorable messages or ideas are. The final rule is the Power of Context: “Epidemics are sensitive to the conditions and circumstances of the times and places in which they occur.” Gladwell most likely never intended his theory to be applied to the development of a fledgling, and at times nonexistent, comedy scene in the rural Northeast. However, as the third annual Green Mountain Comedy Festival gets under way this week, featuring 30-plus local comics, all the writer’s criteria seem to fit. With more comics and, increasingly, more outlets in which to perform, standup in Vermont may have reached its tipping point.

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n his best-selling book The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell examines the phenomenon of phenomena and attempts to uncover the mechanisms behind epidemic social trends. Gladwell argues that three rules govern when and how a fad becomes full-blown

change or, in his words, reaches its “tipping point.” Gladwell’s first rule is the Law of the Few, which states, “The success of any kind of social epidemic is heavily dependent on the involvement of people with a particular and rare set of social gifts.”

Until recently, standup comedy in Vermont was an afterthought, a performing art generally banished to ignominy. Aside from the annual Higher Ground Comedy Battle — a fun, if inconsistent, showcase of local standup talent — and occasional performances by veteran comics such as Jason P. Lorber or Josie Leavitt and her band of fellow funny women, the Vermont Comedy Divas, there wasn’t much to laugh about in the Green Mountains. But that has changed, thanks in large part to Leavitt, who has taught a standup-comedy class in Burlington for the past six years, and to comedians Kathleen Kanz and Nathan Hartswick, the dedicated duo behind this year’s GMCF. Gladwell’s theory calls for “the involvement of people with a specific and rare set of social gifts.” He could be describing Kanz and Hartswick, the de facto architects of Vermont’s rising comedy scene. Kanz is a Boston native who lives in Montpelier, where she has booked a monthly comedy showcase at the Black Door Bar and Bistro since 2007. She founded the Green Mountain Comedy Festival in 2009.

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With so many comedians performing at this year’s Green Mountain Comedy Festival, it may be hard for the average comedy fan to know where to begin. So we asked GMCF organizers Nathan Hartswick and Kathleen Kanz to dish on the headliners for each show and tell us what, exactly, is so funny. Here’s what they said.

Pierre “The Beast” Vachon Wednesday, May 25, at the Monkey House in Winooski

A professional wrestler of significant breadth, he is the scariest man in comedy. Sure, his explosions will pop your eardrums. Sure, he’ll frighten you into laughter, but your laugh will be genuine. And your hearing will return tomorrow.

Mike Robideau

Thursday, May 26, at the Monkey House in Winooski Mike is a charming performer. When his 20 minutes are up, you’re sad to see him go. He makes sense of the nonsense. If only Mike were available to explain everything to us all the time.

Tracie Spencer

Friday, May 27, at Ye Olde England Inne in Stowe Consistently one of the funniest women in Vermont. She’s sharp and smart and loves to throw the audience curveballs. She talks a lot about parenting, but her material is far from innocent. And you’re happy to go there with her, because she’s so damn funny and likeable.

Martha Tormey

Saturday, May 28, at the Big Picture Theater & Café in Waitsfield Her comedy will take you on a fast-paced and very personal ride. Quickly you’re comfortable with her because she’s open, vulnerable and honest. She’s not afraid for you to know who she is.

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Saturday, May 28, at the Vergennes Opera House The founding member of the Vermont Comedy Divas, Josie pulls a lot from her personal experience running a bookstore, trying — and failing — to be “handy,” learning Chinese and navigating the medical system. Her humor is full of the kind of relatable human drama that everyone can identify with and laugh at.

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Sunday, May 29, at the Cellar in Burlington Maybe the ballsiest comic in the state. He’s utterly unafraid onstage — perhaps because he’s a former bouncer who towers over the average citizen. His material may push the envelope, but it will also crack you up. Masturbation, being husky and moving to the U.S. from Canada are all fair game.

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Halloween. The ice cream shack still serves frozen treats through the month of October. It was the next owner, Lee Hershey, who moved the business from Berlin Street to State Street. A UPS driver by the name of Cliff Dodge took over in 1997, after Hershey’s death. Today, Dodge is retired from Big Brown but is still concocting unique creemee combinations at Dairy Creme, such as a peanut-butterand-grape swirl. At any time of day, you’re apt to find the waterfront location swarming with high school sports teams and young families looking to cool down. Dodge says hot-fudge sundaes and blizzards are the most popular items, but the $4 family-sized brownie sundae seems to go down easy with plenty of customers. The chewy brownies and mound of extra-thick vanilla creemee sit like islands in a shallow pool of hot fudge for a true flavor getaway. The creemees come in an everchanging array of flavors, with nondairy options, as do the milk shakes, ranging

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158 Route 5, Fairlee, 331-1100 (number for the Whistlestop Café next door). Season: May through Columbus Day. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Barbecues every first Saturday of the month (all year), noon to 6 p.m., or until the food runs out. CORIN HIRSCH

fter an intense winter and a soaking spring, it seems summer is finally on the horizon. For some people, that means bike rides and water sports; for others, warmer days mean two things: creemees and fries. For the third year, the Seven Days food team has done the legwork to let readers know where to get their snack on along Vermont’s highways and byways. This year, we traveled from Chittenden County to the Upper Valley tasting peanut-butter-and-jelly creemees, gyros and even championship barbecue. The oftmaligned snack bar seems to be upping its game to appeal to foodies, and summer has never tasted better.

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This whimsically named spot plays with snack-bar preconceptions. When we pulled up to the orange-and-white hut in the middle of Fairlee — where it’s stood since 1962 — a line snaked from the order window on a chilly, rainy day. It was a harbinger of the fare to come. The menu here has all the standards: burgers, hot dogs, clam rolls, curly fries, a zillion flavors of creemees. But the handwritten board reveals a few twists SNACK ATTACK 2011

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Alves has direct-sourced three single-origin roasts — one each from Ethiopia, Kenya and Guatemala — and worked with the farmers to set prices. Bladyka plans to offer slower brewing methods, such as café solo, pour-over and ice drip, during off-peak hours. He’s putting his staff through a 40-hour training regimen. “It’s an art and a craft, and it needs to be practiced with care,” says Bladyka. The bar is outfitted with a La Marzocco espresso machine on a swivel stand, so it can be used for demonstrations. A

glass case will house pastries, bagels, and perhaps graband-go yogurt and fruit. Don’t expect much else to start — coffee is the star here, along with a small selection of teas from Vermont Artisan. Maglianero will serve Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will continue to serve as an art exhibition space, as well as a lecture and for-hire meeting area and live music venue. Jager and crew will use the space to debut a cycling apparel line ranging from caps to gloves that will ultimately include “custom-tailored, bespoke pieces,” he says. But for now, he’s focusing on tailoring a new hangout for creative and business communities that love their

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For a long time now, MIchaEl JagEr has been nursing the vision of a Burlington creative and commuter hub in the vein of New York City’s Gerde’s Folk City or Zürich’s Cabaret Voltaire. On Friday, he’ll bring that vision to life in the form of a massive, industrial-chic café to open steps from the Burlington bike path, in the basement of the JDK building. “It’s been building in my mind and heart for the last four or five years,” says Jager of MaglIanEro, which he named for the black jersey given to the last cyclist to finish an Italian race. Jager, chief creative officer of JDK Design, is also a dedicated cyclist who pedals to work most days of the year. “I’ve always wanted to participate in and allow that café experience where cultural collusion happens, whether it’s artists, designers, athletes, playwrights, musicians or writers. [We wanted to] facilitate creative, positive change and help people meet each other and share ideas,” he says. And drink really, really good coffee. Maglianero, which is accessed from the back of the JDK building, offers plenty of room for creative ferment: The 4000-square-foot space has

long hosted exhibitions and events and even features a skate park along one wall. The skate ramps remain, but the meandering space now has pine and ash tables and counters, benches, chairs, and two enormous communal tables for meetings both casual and formal. Murals cover the walls, and wireless access is a given. Jager says the café epitomizes his goal of a “modern mobility movement” that celebrates the environmental and fitness benefits of bicycling, skateboarding and walking. The space has an indoor corner to rest bikes, “for people who are just slipping in; we don’t want them to have to worry about locking it,” says café manager JEssE BlaDyka. Also on hand are tools to fix tires and perform tune-ups and equipment for cleaning both bikes and their sweaty riders: an outdoor hose and an indoor shower. The staff plans to bring in high-profile local cyclists for classes and lectures. But, if cycling is a central passion here, so is coffee. The nerve center of the space is the copper-topped bar. A longtime barista, Bladyka heard about the gestating Maglianero through the “coffee community” while working in Wyoming and moved back to his home state this spring to help manage the venture. He’s shown his commitment to

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5772 Route 14, Sharon, 763-7625. Season: April through September. Hours: Currently Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Open till 9 p.m. during the warmer months. Aloe water and Herbalife meal-replacement shakes aren’t what one expects to find on a snack-bar stop, but Sandy’s Drive-In is full of surprises. Opened in the 1950s and previously known as Shorty’s Swirly Top, the Sharon mainstay has a history of serving the community. It used to host auction-

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style tag sales that continued until eBay and Craigslist eclipsed them, says owner Sharon Aldrich. Her family has owned Sandy’s for 34 years, and she’s run the joint herself for 11. The recent addition of fruity diet shakes is the work of her son, Alan, who’s a vendor of the health-food brand when he’s not flipping burgers and scooping ice cream. Ninety-cent burgers bring in locals and travelers alike. On “Cruise Nights,” diners arrive in their vintage cars, and the retro feel extends to patties priced at 50¢. But Sandy’s uncommon creations are never pricey. The $6.25 Thanksgiving Feast grinder is best eaten in the snack bar’s small, air-conditioned dining room, its walls lined with historical photos of the building and Nascar merchandise. The thin portion of turkey seems like an afterthought in the fluffy hoagie bun filled with powerfully sage-flavored stuffing, a slathering of mayo and

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in South Burlington that, until recently, housed a Blockbuster. In Rutland, a store will probably open at the junction of Routes 4 and 7 near Aspen Dental, says Vasey, who spends part of each winter in Stowe. He’s already advertised for a general manager to help him run his new locations. In the not-so-distant future, Vasey says, he hopes to open a spot in Williston. He adds, “We’re trying to keep our eyes peeled and look for opportunities on Church Street. The average UVM student will pick [the burgers] up and won’t put them down.” Vasey says he’s not concerned about the all-local ethos of many Vermonters. “There’s a really handmade, nothing-processed attitude that gets a lot of respect here,” he says. “That’s right in [Five Guys’] wheelhouse … It’s not a push-button fast-food operation. There’s

no proprietary super-duper microwave. It’s as handmade as you can get.” Now, if only we could have some of Five Guys’ complimentary peanuts while we wait… — A. L.

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A sign at 360 Dorset Street may still say Lee’s Chinese Restaurant, but for almost three weeks, Uncle Tony’s Pizza has been baking New York-style pies at the South Burlington location. The four owners expected to be lifers at local Domino’s Pizza franchises — until last year, when they decided to strike out on their own. “Last October was 25 years,” says DEAN GOSS of his tenure at the chain. “It was a long marriage that started to sour a bit. Now Domino’s has declared war on us.” Goss, along with his

had grown dissatisfied not only with the work conditions at their Domino’s, but also with the quality of the food. “The amount of really good pizza in the area is, frankly, unacceptable,” says Goss. He and his friends wanted to make everything from scratch and use local ingredients whenever possible. That means that, for now, the basil in Tony’s pizza sauce is local and organic, but they’re using California tomatoes. Made-to-order cannoli have already become a signature item. The filling, says Goss, is composed of only four ingredients, including VERMONT BUTTER & CHEESE CREAMERY mascarpone. One end is dipped in pistachios for saltiness, while darkchocolate chips add complex bitterness on the other. The pizzas themselves, available for delivery, takeout or dining at the restaurant’s few tables, are cooked in a

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Like so many snack bars, White Cottage dates back to the era of drive-ins and root-beer floats; since 1957, the good people of Woodstock have sought quick sustenance at this retro-looking respite along the banks of the Ottauquechee River. Since buying the place 22 years ago, owner John Hurley has gradually introduced the “healthier options” that, he says, more and more customers want in their snack-bar rotation. “The kids are always going to come, and they want grilled cheese, chicken sticks and fries. But the moms don’t necessarily want to eat that stuff,” he adds. So he gets fresh seafood from Massachusetts by way of Black River Produce, grills the salmon for sandwiches and salads, and

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MULTI-FAMILY YARD 5/23/11 FSBORobertRivard052511.indd 12:45 PM 1 SALE! Memorial Weekend: May AKC SHIH TZUS 28 & 29, 8 a.m.-3:30 4 girls. DOB: 3/25. p.m., Heather Circle, Coloring going to be Colchester. Lots of CUSTOM SS FAT TIRE different! Ready to BIKE household items, go, pictures online. Mongoose zero-g blue clothing, baby & kids Parents on premises. wb eno hub, freewheel, items, furniture, etc. $600. Going to be small. Bottom bracket, cranks. 872-5874, lv. msg. SAT. 5/28 GARAGE All there incl. top-ofSALE the-line seat, pedal SHIH TZU PUPPIES FOR & brakes. $375 W/D. 19 White Pl., S. SALE Burlington, off fltasabrd@yahoo.com. 3 females, 1 male. Shelburne Rd. 8-noon, Unique colors, must see. rain or shine. Books, Asking $450. 933-6855, housewares, gardening lv. msg. supplies, jewelry, CDs, woven things, dill LANDSCAPE STONE SHIH TZU/MIN PIN plants, rhubarb Beautiful. For steps, CROSS coffeecake, more. gardens, walls, patios, DOB: Jan. 2. 1 black girl, etc. 2 pallets. Make 2 gold males, 2 black WATERBURY FLEA offer. 363-6101. males. Free to good MARKET VT’s largest flea market! homes, please. Cute as all outdoors. 922-0075. Open every Sat. & Sun., May-Oct. $20/day for vendors. Brien Erwin, ANTIQUES 882-1919, vberg33@ Furniture, postcards, hotmail.com. pottery, cameras, toys, medical tools, lab glass, YARD SALE photographs, slide Sat. & Sunday, 9 rules, license plates, a.m.-2 p.m. Memorial silver. Anything unusual Day weekend. No or unique. Cash paid. early birds. Household Info: 802-859-8966. items, rec. equip., toys. 1492 Button Bay Rd., Ferrisburg (West).

3-BR, 2-BA modular 5/2/11 5:38 PM double wide on 1.25 acres of land. 1.5 garage. Winterized in 2009. Drilled well w/ plenty of water, vinyl siding, new wood floor in the living room and part of the master BR. Located in the country, yet near the city. On a dead end road with little traffic. $143,500. 802-933-6350, rocketr@pshift.com.

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’60S GRETSCH DRUM SET Good condition, 14x22, 9x13, 16x16 matching 5x14 snare. Orig. hardware. comes w/ soft-shell cases, snare stand & throne. $1300. 598-8609.

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BACH Professional-level Stradivarius “C” Trumpet, heavy bell, reverse lead pipe, lg. bore, silver plate, excellent condition. $975. 899-5487.

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INSTRUCTION ANDY’S MOUNTAIN MUSIC Affordable, accessible instruction in guitar, mandolin, banjo, more. All ages/skill levels/ interests welcome! Supportive, professional teacher offering references, results, convenience. Andy Greene, 658-2462, guitboy75@hotmail. com, andysmountainmusic.com. BASS LESSONS For all levels/styles, beginners welcome! Learn technique, theory, songs & more in fun, professional setting. Years of teaching/ playing experience. Convenient Pine St. location w/ parking. Aram Bedrosian, 598-8861. CLASSICAL GUITAR LESSONS Patient, supportive, experienced, highly qualified instructor. Step-by-step method. Learn to play beautiful music. All levels/ages. Master’s degree, 20+ years exp. 318-0889, GJmusic.com.

DRUM INSTRUCTION & MORE! Experienced, professional instructor/ musician. Stowe, Essex, Montpelier, Hardwick areas. Guitar & bass programs also offered. Musicspeak Education Program (musicspeak. net). Gary Williams, 793-8387. GUITAR INSTRUCTION Berklee grad. w/ 30 yrs. teaching experience offers lessons in guitar, music theory & ear training. Individualized, step-by-step approach. All ages/styles/levels. www.rickbelford.com, 802-864-7195. GUITAR INSTRUCTION All styles/levels. Emphasis on developing strong technique, thorough musicianship, personal style. Paul Asbell (Unknown Blues Band, Kilimanjaro, UVM & Middlebury College faculty). Info: 802-862-7696, www. paulasbell.com.

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for adaptive reuse of existing industrial warehouse and new construction to build 25 units of condominium housing, enclosed parking and a cafe.

BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD Tuesday June 21, 2011 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Burlington Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. in Contois Auditorium, City Hall to consider the following applications: 1. 11-0842SN: 37-43 CHURCH STREET (D, Ward 3) ANTONIO B POMERLEAU LLC / OUTDOOR GEAR EXCHANGE Appeal of administrative permit denial to install two parallel signs for Outdoor Gear Exchange. 2. 05-401CA: 237 NORTH AVENUE (RM, Ward 7) HARTLAND GROUP Time extension request

Plans may be viewed in the Planning and Zoning Office, (City Hall, 149 Church Street, Burlington), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Participation in the DRB proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal. This may not be the final order in which items will be heard. Please view final Agenda, at www. ci.burlington.vt.us/ planning/boards/drb/ or office notice board, one week before the hearing for the order in which items will be heard. CITY OF BURLINGTON TRAFFIC REGULATIONS The following traffic regulations are hereby enacted by the Public Works Commission as amendments to Appendix C, Motor Vehicles, and the City

Open 24/7/365. Post & browse ads at your convenience. of Burlington’s Code of Ordinances: Sec. 2. Traffic-control light locations.

CITY OF BURLINGTON TRAFFIC REGULATIONS

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The following traffic regulations are hereby enacted by the Public Works Commission as amendments to Appendix C, Motor Vehicles, and the City of Burlington’s Code of Ordinances:

(31) [Church Street and Pearl Street.] Repealed

Sec. 7. No-Parking Areas.

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No person shall park any vehicle at any time in the following locations:

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(a) Traffic-control light signals are hereby established at the following locations:

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(83) On the north side of Ferguson Ave [between the driveways of 12 and 16 Ferguson Ave.] 20 feet east and west of the driveway of 12 Ferguson Ave.

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Adopted 5/18/2011; Published 5/25/2011; Effective 6/15/2011 Material in [Brackets] delete. Material underlined add. REQUEST FOR BIDS Used School Buses 1997 Amtran 84 passenger bus Vin# 1HVBJABN2WA081259 rear diesel engine air brakes and door auto transmission 163327 miles 8812 hours 1997 Thomas Safetyliner 84 passenger Vin# 1T88T4B24V1150242 front diesel engine air brakes and door auto transmission 133896 miles 1998 Chevy G3500 mini bus Vin# 1GBHG31FXW1089215 20 passenger diesel engine auto transmission p/s p/b Blue Bird body 255626 miles

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ROBERT MILLER COMMUNITY & RECREATION CENTER LEASE SPACE RENOVATIONS: TENANT - CHILD CARE PROVIDER The City of Burlington’s Department of Parks and Recreation seeks proposals from child care and/or infant care providers to occupy the lease space at the Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center. The full RPF is available at the Department of Parks and Recreation or may be downloaded at www.enjoyburlington. com. Issue Date: Friday, May 20, 2011 at 8:00 AM Submission Deadline: Friday, June 10, 2011 at 5:00 PM STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT Chittenden Unit CIVIL DIVISION Docket No. S1366-09 Cnc Nationstar Mortgage LLC, f/k/a Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, Plaintiff v. Michael J. Barrett, Holly Barrett and Occupants residing at 26 Cortland Avenue, South Burlington, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a

certain mortgage given by Nationstar Mortgage LLC, f/k/a Centex Home Equity Company, LLC to Michael J. Barrett dated January 19, 2006 and recorded in Volume 761, Page 187 of the Land Records of the Town of South Burlington, 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 June 21, 2011, at 26 Cortland Avenue, South Burlington, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: A certain piece of land in South Burlington in the County of Chittenden and State of Vermont, described as follows; viz: Being a lot of land with all buildings thereon located on the northerly side of Cortland Avenue and being all of Lot No. 502 as laid out on a plan of Twin Orchards Park, Richard F. Hayden, Owner, 2nd Revision, dated November 1954 of record in Volume 11, Page 270 of said land records. Said lot has frontage and uniform width of 70 feet and a uniform depth of 108 feet. 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 South Burlington. 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.

Vermont Family Court Chittenden County Docket Nos. 400/40110-08 Cnjv NOTICE OF HEARING TO: Fermell Robinson, mother of A.R. AND A.R. The State of Vermont has filed a petition to terminate your residual parental rights to A.R. AND A.R. You are hereby notified that a hearing to consider the termination of all residual parental rights to A.R. AND A.R will be held on June 16, 2011 at 1:00 P.M., at the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Family Division, 32 Cherry Street, Burlington, Vermont. You are notified to appear in connection with this case. Failure to appear at this hearing will result in the termination of any rights you may have to A.R. AND A.R. The State is represented by the Attorney General’s Office, 103 South Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont 05602-0602. Other parties include A.R. and A.R and Andre Wise. Thomas J. Devine Superior Court Judge May 18, 2011 Date STATE OF VERMONT, AGENCY OF NATURAL RESOURCES WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION 103 South Main St. — The Sewing Bldg Waterbury, VT 05671-0405 PUBLIC NOTICE DRAFT UIC PERMIT #6-0039 A draft Underground Injection Control (UIC) permit has been prepared for the discharge of stormwater and/or process wastewater description under the provisions of the Underground Injection Control Rule, Chapter 11 of the Environmental Protection Regulations of the Department of Environmental Conservation.

DATED at South Burlington, Vermont this 19th day of May, 2011.

A public comment period begins May 25, 2011 and ends June 24, 2011.

Nationstar Mortgage LLC,

Farwater Limited at 33 Eastman Way, Burlington VT 05401 applied for a permit to operate a facility named Northern Meridian Congregate Care and Condominiums and to discharge stormwater from Northern Meridian.

By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. IN RE: A.R. AND A.R

Comments regarding the draft UIC permit must be made in writing and received by 4:30 p.m. on June 24, 2011.

Written comments should be submitted to UIC Program, 103 South Main St. — The Sewing Bldg, Waterbury VT 05671-0405. All comments will be considered in making the final decision and will receive a response. Responses to submitted comments will be available to the public, by request, after the final permit is issued. A public hearing may be requested during the public comment period. The draft permit may be viewed on our website: http://www.anr.state. vt.us/dec/ww/Drafts. htm. Comments may also be submitted by e-mail to ANR.WWMD. PublicComment@state. vt.us. Be sure to include the permit number in the subject line of the e-mail message and submit the comments by 4:30 p.m. on June 24, 2011. The complete application, proposed permit, and other information are on file and may be inspected from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday by calling 802-241-3822. Copies will be made at a cost based upon the current Secretary of State, Official Fee Schedule for Copying Public Records. The draft permit, public notice and fact sheet, if applicable, are also available at http://www. anr.state.vt.us/dec/ww/ Drafts.htm. At the conclusion of the public notice period and after consideration of additional information received during the public notice period, the Wastewater Management Division will make a final determination whether to issue the permit. Pursuant to 10 V.S.A. Chapter 220, any appeal of this decision must be filed with the clerk of the Environmental Court within 30 days of the date of the decision. For further information, see the Vermont Rules for Environmental Court Proceedings, available on line at www.vermontjudiciary. org. The address for the Environmental Court is 2418 Airport Rd #1, Barre VT phone 802-828-1660. Commissioner Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation The contents of storage unit(s) 01-01446 located at 28 Adams Dr, Williston, VT 05495, will be sold on the 06/09/11 of the month of June, 2011 to satisfy the debt of Jerry Fisher. 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. This is not a public auction

support groups DON’T SEE A SUPPORT group here that meets your needs? Call Vermont 2-1-1, a program of United Way of Vermont. Within Vermont, dial 2-1-1 or 866-652-4636 (toll free) or from outside of Vermont, 802-6524636, 24/7. DIGESTIVE SUPPORT GROUP Join this open support group, hosted by Carrie Shamel, and gain information regarding digestive disorders. If you suffer from any kind of digestive disorder or discomfort this is the place for you! Open to all. Meets the first Monday of every month at 6 p.m. in the Healthy Living Learning Center. For more information contact Carrie Shamel at carrie.shamel@gmail. com. www.llleus.org/ state/vermont/html. LGBTQ GRIEF AND LOSS GROUP This RU12? socialsupport group is open to all who have lost a loved one, through death or separation. Whether your loss is recent or from the past, please join us to share thoughts, feelings, strengths, and coping skills in a safe and supportive environment. This group will meet three times this summer: June 7, July 11, August 2 at RU12? from 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 802-860-7812. CHITTENDEN FAMILIES TOGETHER MEETING Wednesday, May 25, 2011, 5:30-7 p.m. Vermont Family Network Conference Room, 600 Blair Park Rd. #240, Williston. Save Friday, June 24th! FT Family BBW/ Pizza at Whittle House, Williston, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Focus of the group is on concerns of families with high school youth and adults who have developmental disabilities. No RSVP. Info: Jan Hancock, 876-5315 ext. 215, jan. hancock@vtfn.org. EATING DISORDERS SUPPORT GROUP This is a therapist-facilitated, drop-in support group

for women with eating disorders. Women over 18 only please. This group will be held every other Wednesday from 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., Suite 204, So. Burlington. 802658-9440. Upcoming dates: 6/1, 6/15, 6/29. CELIAC AND GLUTENFREE GROUP Every 2nd Wednesay, 4:30-6 p.m. at Central VT Medical Center Conference Room #3. Free and open to the public! To learn more, contact Lisa at 802598-9206 or lisamase@ gmail.com. LIVE WITH CHRONIC PAIN? Want more support? Join us to focus on the tools necessary for day to day living through open dialogue, knowledge, and personal experience. Lets find a healthy balance along with an improved quality of life. Mondays, 1-2:15 p.m., Burlington Community Health Center. Martha, 415-250-5181 or Esther, 802-399-0075. QUIT SMOKING GROUPS Are you ready to live a smoke-free lifestyle? Free 4-week Quit Smoking Groups are being offered through the VT Quit Network Fletcher Allen Quit in Person program. Currently, there is a group on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Burlington and Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. in South Burlington. Free Nicotine Replacement products are available for program participants. Info: 847-6541, wellness@ vtmednet.org. For ongoing statewide class schedules visit www. vtquitnetwork.org. IS THIS GRIEF OR DEPRESSION? Wednesday, June 15, 9:30-11 a.m. 687 Harbor Rd., Shelburne, VT. How can you tell when the feelings of sadness are a normal reaction to loss, or when they are the signs of depression? Whether facing the passing of a loved one or a loved one’s journey through dementia, loss, grief, and depression can be difficult to distinguish. Join us to learn about the difference between grief and loss. BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP STARTING IN ST. JOHNSBURY Monthly meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of every month, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Vermont Department of Health, 107 Eastern Ave., Suite

9. The support group will offer valuable resources and information about brain injury. It will be a place to share experiences in a safe, secure and confidential environment. Info: Tom Younkman, tyounkman@vcil.org, 1-800-639-1522. ARE YOU HAVING PROBLEMS WITH DEBT? Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous plus Business Debtor’s Annonymous. Saturdays 10-11:30 a.m. & Wednesdays 5:30-6:30, 45 Clark St., Burlington. Contact Brenda at 338-1170. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT Montpelier daytime support group meets first and third Thursday of the month at the Unitarian Church “ramp entrance” from 1:302:30 p.m. Montpelier evening support group meets the first Monday of each month at Vermont Protection and Advocacy, 141 Main St. Suite 7, in conference room #2 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Colchester evening support group meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in the Board Room Conference Room from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Middlebury support group on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center. Call our helpline at 1-877-856-1772. OUTRIGHT VERMONT FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP For family members of youth who are navigating the process of coming out as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning are invited to attend. Group meets twice a month with one Wednesday morning meeting and one Sunday evening meeting. Info: hillary@ outrightvt.org, 802865-9677 ext. 3, www. outrightvt.org. AL-ANON For families and friends of alcoholics. For meeting information: www. vermontalanonalateen. org or call 1-866-97-AlAnon (1-866-972-5266) FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Outright Vermont now offers support group meetings to family members of youth navigating the process of coming out as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning. Meetings are open to parents, guardians and other close care-givers and

are held one Sunday evening and one Wednesday morning each month at Outright Vermont. For more information, email Hillary@outrightvt.org or call 865-9677 ext. 3#. NAMI CONNECTION (National Alliance on Mental Illness) NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for individuals living with mental illnesses. Call Tammy at 1-800-6396480 or email us at connections@namivt.org BENNINGTON: Every Tuesday, 1-2:30 p.m., United Counseling Service, 316 Dewey St., CTR Center (Community Rehabilitation and Treatment). BURLINGTON: Every Thursday, 4-5:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, 2 Cherry Street. Every Sunday, 5-6 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 152 Pearl St. (basement classroom). HARTFORD/ WRJ: 2nd and 4th Friday 4-5:30 p.m., Hartford Library. Call Barbara Austin, 802-457-1512. MONTPELIER: 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m., Kellogg-Hubbard Library, East Montpelier Room (basement). NEWPORT: 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. Medical Arts Building (attached to North Country Hospital), 2nd floor conference room. RUTLAND: Every Monday, 7-8:30 p.m., Wellness Center, Rutland Mental Health, 78 South Main St. SPRINGFIELD: 2nd & 4th Mondays, 11:30-1 p.m., Health Care and Rehabilitation Servies, 390 River St. ST. JOHNSBURY: Every Thrusday, 6:30-8 p.m., Universalist Unitarian Church, 47 Cherry St. If you would like a group in your area, would like to be trained as a facilitator, be a Champion for a group in your area or have questions about our groups please contact Tammy at 1-800639-6480 or email us at connectionvt@ myfairpoint.net DIVORCE CARE CLASSES Divorce is a tough road. Feelings of separation, betrayal, confusion, anger and self-doubt are common. But there is life after divorce. Led by people who have already walked down that road, we’d like to share with you a safe place and a process that can help make the journey easier. The 13-week Divorce Care Class (for men and women) will be offered on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm, March 9 - June 1, 2011, at the Essex Alliance Community Center 37 Old Stage

sevendaysvt.com/classifieds Road, Essex Jct., VT. For more information and to register call Sandy 802-425-7053.

Dee Ressler, 802 6608797. Rutland Chapter TCF which meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church, West St., Rutland, VT - for more information call Susan Mackey, 802 446-2278. Hospice Volunteer Services (HVS) also serves bereaved parents with monthly peer support groups, with short-term educational consultations and referrals to local grief and loss counselors. HVS is located in the Marble Works district in Middlebury. Please call 802-388-4111 for more information about how to connect with appropriate support services.

SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with sex or relationships? We can help. Ralph, 802-881-8400 or Valerie, 802-825-5481. Visit www.slaafws.org or www.saa-recovery. org for meetings near you. INFERTILITY PEER GROUP Feeling lonely & isolated as you confront infertility? Share feelings, stories & coping strategies at informal, peer-led meetings w/ people facing similar challenges. $5. First Monday of the month, 7-9 PM, Christ Church Presbyterian, Burlington. Presented by RESOLVE of New England. Info: admin@ resolveofthebaystate. org.

TRANS GUY’S GROUP Every fourth Monday, RU12? Community Center, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Champlain Mill, 1st Floor, Winooski, 6-7:30pm. This peer-led, informal group is open to trans men at any state of transition and to any discussion topics raised. It is a respectful and confidential space for socializing, support, and discussion. Contact

THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS Burlington Chapter TCF which meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 277 Blair Park Road, Williston - for more information call

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CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS Meets on Sundays from 12-1 p.m. at the Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., Burlington. This is a fellowship of men and women that meet and review the 12 steps of CODA, read stories from the CODA anonymous big book and share their experiences, strengths and hopes as we support each other. Open to everyone. Info: Larry, WLTRS@aol. com, 802-658-9994 or Jeff, JCDANIS@ Burlingtontelecom. net, 802-863-3674. For directions, call the Turning Point Center at 802-861-3150. QUIT SMOKING GROUPS Are you ready to live a smoke-free lifestyle? Free 4-week Quit Smoking Groups are being offered through the VT Quit Network Fletcher Allen Quit in Person program in your community. Free Nicotine Replacement products are available for program participants. For more information or to register, call 847-6541 or wellness@ vtmednet.org. For ongoing statewide class schedules, contact the VT Quit Network at www.vtquitnetwork. org. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Learn how to cope with grief, with the intention of receiving and offering support to each other. The group is informal and includes personal sharing of our grief experiences. Open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. There is no fee. Meets every other week Mondays, 6-8 p.m. at the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, Barre. 802-223-1878, www. cvhhh.org. AL-ALNON IN ST. JOHNSBURY Tues. & Thurs., 7 p.m., Kingdom Recovery Center (Dr. Bob’s birthplace), 297 Summer St., St. Johnsbury. Sat., 10 a.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, Cherry St., St. Johnsbury.

SEEKING ACTIVE RETIREES/50+ To form a social group. Snowshoeing, theater, biking, hiking, kayaking, etc. Please call 802864-0604. Lv. msg. if no answer. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (NA) Drug Problem? We Can Help. If you think you have a problem with drugs, including alcohol, give yourself a break. Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship for individuals who have a desire to recover from the disease of addiction. NA offers a practical and proven way to live and enjoy life without the use of drugs. To find an NA Meeting near you in Vermont or Northern New York, please go to www.cvana.org/ Meetinglist.pdf or call our 24-hour, toll free, confidential number, (866) 580-8718 or (802) 862-4516. For more information about NA, please go to http:// www.na.org/?ID=ipsindex and click on “>Is NA for Me? CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP AND FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP 1-3 p.m., every third Thursday at The Bagel Cafe, Ethan Allen Shopping Center, N. Ave., Burlington. Please call or visit website for location information, www.vtcfids.org or call 1-800-296-1445 or 802-660-4817 (Helaine “Lainey” Rappaport). ALS (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) This support group functions as a community and educational group. We provide coffee, soda and snacks and are open to PALS, caregivers, family members and those who are interested in learning more about ALS. Our group meets the second Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m. at “Jim’s House”, 1266 Old Creamery Rd., Williston, VT. Hosted by Pete and Alphonsine Crevier, facilitated by Liza Martel, LICSW, Patient Care Coordinator for the ALS Association here in Vermont. 223-7638 for more information.

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SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn, 5 Dorset St., S. Burlington, VT. There is no fee. This is open to anyone who has lost someone to suicide. For more info, call 802-4799450, or ljlivendale@ yahoo.com. BURDENS WEIGHTING YOU DOWN? Unemployed, homeless, in need of direction? We are people just like you and have found the answer to all of the above problems. We meet every Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Imani Center 293 N Winooski Ave. Please call 802-343-2027. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Meetings in Barre occur every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday 6-7 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St. Info: 863-2655. Meetings in Johnson occur every Sunday 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Johnson Municipal Building, Route 15 (just west of the bridge). Info: Debbie Y., 888-5958. Meeting in Montpelier occur every Friday 12-1 p.m. at Bethany Church, 115 Main St. Info: Carol, 223-5793. Meetings in Morrisville occur every Friday 12-1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 85 Upper Main St. Contacts: Anne, 888-2356 or Debbie Y., 888-5958. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (SOS) Hospice Volunteer Services (HVS) of Addison County and the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will collaborate to sponsor a monthly ongoing support group for people who have lost someone by suicide. The group will meet the 1st Wed. of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. These free peer support groups will be held at Hospice Volunteer Services at the Marbleworks in Middlebury, and co-facilitated by professional representatives from HVS and AFSP, both suicide survivors. For more information and to register call HVS at 388-4111.

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Veggy Diets? Want to share and socialize at Veggy Potlucks, and more, in the greater Burlington Area? This is your opportunity to join with other like-minded folks. veggy4life@gmail. com, 802-658-4991.

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MALE GBTQ SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE SafeSpace is offering a peer-led support group for male-identified survivors of relationship violence, dating violence, emotional violence, or hate violence. This group will meet at the RU12? Community Center. Support groups give survivors a safe and supportive environment to tell their stories, share information, and offer and receive support. 802-863-0003.

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TRANS SUPPORT GROUP Every first and third Wednesday, RU12? Community Center, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Champlain Mill 1st Floor, Winooski, 6:30-8 p.m. This peer-led, informal group is open to all trans people and to any discussion topics raised. It is a respectful and confidential space for socializing, support, and discussion. Contact thecenter@ru12.org for more information.

GLAM CORE GROUP MEETING Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., RU12? Community Center, Champlain Mill, 20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski. We’re looking for young gay and bi guys who are interested in putting together great events, meeting new people, and reaching out to other guys! Core Group runs our program, and we want your input! If you’re a young gay or bisexual

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SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR LGBTQ PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Come together to talk, connect, and find support around a number of issues including coming out, socializing, challenges around employment, safe-sex, self advocacy, choosing partners, discovering who you are, and anything else that you would like to talk about. Tuesdays at 4:30pm at the RU12? Community Center, located in the Champlain Mill in Winooski, VT. For more information contact Emma (Emma@ru12. org).

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[CONT.] A NEW PERSPECTIVE A peer support group for people working through the combination of mental health and substance abuse issues. Wednesdays at the Turning Point Center, 5-6 p.m. The group will be facilitated and will be built around a weekly video followed by a group discussions. Some of the topics will include: Addictions and mental illness, recovery stories, dealing with stress, understanding personality problems, emotions. 191 Bank St., Burlington. 802-861-3150. BEREAVED PARENTS & SIBLINGS SUPPORT GROUP of the Compassionate Friends meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at 277 Blair Park Rd., Williston. Info, 660-8797. The meetings are for parents, grandparents and adult siblings who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause.

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ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIA’S SUPPORT GROUP Held monthly at The Arbors at Shelburne. For info. or to register, contact Kathi at 802-985-8600. WOMEN’S RAPE CRISIS CENTER Will be starting a free, confidential 10-week support group for adult female survivors of sexual violence. Please call 864-0555 ext. 20 for information. LIVING SINGLE SUPPORT GROUP This course is a follow-up to the Divorce Recovery course that is offered at Essex Alliance Church. If you’ve been through the Divorce Care Class, you have an opportunity to continue to grow, heal, rebuild, and start again. Call Sue Farris for more information at 802-734-0695. SUICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP For those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide. Location: Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main Street, Wallingford, 802-446-3577. 6:30-8:00 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month.

GLAFF Gay and lesbian adoptive and foster families. GLAFF provides support, education, resources and strategies to help maintain and strengthen gay and lesbian foster and adoptive families in northwestern VT. Open to all GLBTQ foster and adoptive parents and their children. Food, childcare provided. The group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Call Mike at 655-6688 to get more information and to register. AL-ANON Family group 12-step. Thursdays, 12:20-1:20 p.m. Call AWARE at 802-472-6463 for information and to register. Free of charge. 88 High Street, Hardwick. LAKE CHAMPLAIN MEN’S RESOURCE CENTER MEN’S DROPIN SUPPORT GROUP All men welcome, weekly group w/cofacilitators. Open discussion format. Varied topics including: relationships, work, parenting, personal growth, healing. Confidential, nonjudgmental. Open to all ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations. Joseph’s House, 113 Elmwood Ave. Every Thursday, 7-9 p.m. More info: call Chris 434-4830. HIV SUPPORT GROUP This is a facilitated HIV/ AIDS support group that aims to foster a greater sense of community, self-acceptance and personal growth. We are a group of survivors and, with all of our experience, will help you understand and enjoy what positive living has to offer. Friday @ 7 p.m. in the white building behind the Universal Unitarian Church. For more info call Alton @ 310-6094. MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE/ DYSAUTONOMIA Group forming for information sharing purposes. Please call 863-3153. TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) CHAPTER MEETING. Bethany Church, 115 Main Street, Montpelier. Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. For info call Linda at 476-8345. BEREAVED PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Every first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Enosburg Falls, 10 Market Place, Main St. Parents, grandparents and adult siblings are welcomed. The hope is to begin a Compassionate Friends

Chapter in the area. Info, please call Priscilla at 933-7749. EATING DISORDERS PARENTAL SUPPORT GROUP for parents of children with or at risk of anorexia or bulimia. Meetings 7-9 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at the Covenant Community Church, Rt. 15, Essex Center. We focus on being a resource and providing reference points for old and new ED parents. More information, call Peter at 802-899-2554. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE and Dementia support group. Held the last Tuesday of every month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Birchwood Terrace, Burlington. Info, contact Kim, 863-6384. FAMILY AND FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP If someone in your family or one of your friends is in an abusive relationship, this new support group is designed especially for you. Info, call Women Helping Battered Women, 658-1996. WOMEN HELPING BATTERED WOMEN offers free, confidential educational support groups for women who have fled, are fleeing, or are still living in a world where intimate partner violence is present. WHBW offers a variety of groups to meet the diverse needs of women and children in this community. Info, 658-1996. VT PARENTS OF FOOD ALLERGY CHILDREN EMAIL SUPPORT TEAM Info, contact MaryKay Hill, 802-373-0351. TOPS (TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) CHAPTER MEETING, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. weigh-in, 7-8 p.m. meeting. Info, call Fred or Bennye, 655-3317, or Patricia, 658-6904. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 862-4516, or visit www.cvana.org. Held in Burlington. WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 7676092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds.

PARENTS TOGETHER: Support group will be meeting in Rutland on Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. All groups are free and confidential. Please call 1-800-CHILDREN for more information. SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Battered Women’s Services and Shelter of Washington County. Please call 1-877-543-9498 for more info.

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NAKED IN VERMONT The premier Nudist/ Skinnydipper organization in Vermont offering information library, message board, chat room, Yahoo group, and more. (ALL FREE.) Visit www.nakedinvermont. com. SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION New England: Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732. MENTAL ILLNESSES The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill holds support meetings for the families and friends of the mentally ill at Howard Center, corner of Flynn and Pine. Second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7 p.m. Park in Pine St. lot and walk down ramp. 862-6683 for info.

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Engineering Ventures PC, a dynamic and growing engineering consulting firm with a solid commitment to being the best, is looking for a tech-savvy office support professional. The right person has just the right blend of technical and people skills, knows his or her way around all things IT and can assist folks who don’t. The IT Coordinator will be the first port of call and initial troubleshooter, is our overseer of computer security and housekeeping, coordinates with our external support company, manages our databases, and participates in the general administrative support for all staff. Skills • Working knowledge with Microsoft servers and computers • Working knowledge in networking, switching, routing, firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, etc. • Proficiency in MS Office

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Guest Care Manager at the Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Taft Corners in Williston, Vt., and are actively interested in meeting the best and brightest talent that the hospitality industry has to offer. The Guest Care Manager, reporting to the General Manager, must be detail oriented and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the front desk and food and beverage departments including associate recruitment and retention, training and development, supervision, scheduling, and ensuring strict adherence to all Marriott guest service standards. Qualified candidates should have a focus/background in Front Desk with some Food & Beverage and housekeeping experience. Knowledge of payroll, scheduling, budget and ordering supplies as well as Marriott fosse system would be a plus. Guest Care Manager will be primarily responsible for successfully executing all operations in his or her departments while providing outstanding guest service. Ideal candidates are able to find a balance between maximizing financial performance while ensuring that guest and associate satisfaction is maintained at the highest level. E D u C aT I o n a n D E x pE r I E n C E: Minimum two years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping or related professional area, preferably in an operations or Food & Beverage Management position; or a two-year degree from an accredited university in hotel and restaurant management, hospitality, business administration or related major and one year experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, hotel F&B or related professional area. B E n E F I Ts: Competitive compensation and benefits package includes medical, dental, disability and life insurance, vacation, and hotel discounts.

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Northeastern Family Institute, a nonprofit human services agency, is Call 802-985-3346 x3307 seeking a full-time Accounts Payable Coordinator. Functions include Or e-mail invoice processing, payments to vendors, preparing daily deposits, mzinner@shelburnemuseum.org communication with 16 program locations and troubleshooting vendor and program questions. Essential skills include strong interpersonal and customer service skills, organization and attention to detail, ability to multitask, work in a collaborative team environment, and general 1t-ShelburneMus052511.indd 1 5/20/11 10:16 AM A world accounting knowledge. Experience with accounting software (Great leader Plains a plus), and proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and Outlook. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please in the send resume and salary requirements to: Barby Moore, NFI Vermont, employment

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Senior Accountant Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant will provide tactical and project leadership to our Finance staff. He/she will be responsible for researching and handling complex accounting/finance issues, preparing reporting for external agencies per schedule, and accounting and financial reporting tasks related to properties/clients (we own/manage 24 communities). Must possess a BS in accounting, five to seven years of progressively responsible experience, multiple-entity accounting experience, extensive knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, and supervisory and process improvement experience. The ideal candidate will have the ability to handle multiple projects within established deadlines. CPA and experience working in the nonprofit sector are desirable. CSC offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and friendly working environment. Mail resume or application to CSC, Human Resources, 412 Farrell St., Suite 100, So. Burlington, VT 05403, fax to 802-863-6661, or email to jobs@cathedralsquare.org. EOE

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Consumer Services Call Center Supervisor Dynamic, full-service law firm with offices in Burlington and Essex Junction seeks smart, energetic associate with 4 to 7 years’ experience to assist with busy practice in civil litigation, including personal injury, divorce and employment. Ideal candidate has excellent organizational, research and writing skills, superior attention to detail, and confidence both in and out of the courtroom. Send resume to Douglas Kallen, Esq. Bergeron, Paradis & Fitzpatrick LLP, 27 Main St., Burlington, VT 05401 or dkallen@ burlington.bpflegal.com.

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Burton Snowboards is looking for a qualified candidate to oversee day-to-day operations of our North American Contact Center/ Rider Service Department. This position will be responsible for training, developing and coaching staff to ensure consistent, quality customer service. Responsibilities include personnel decisions such as seasonal hiring, performance evaluations and scheduling to meet peak season demands. Responsibilities also include customer problem resolution. Excellent skills in leadership, communication and problem-solving are absolutely critical. Experience developing benchmarks, analyzing trends and statistics, and implementing action plans to improve performance is important. The ideal candidate will possess a BA/BS degree and three to five years of contact center/customer service supervisory experience. Candidate must have proven customer service skills, experience working in a fast-paced environment and a familiarity with the latest contact center technologies. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. SAP experience desirable. Qualified candidates can apply at www.burton.com. No phone calls, please.

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Receptionist – Part-time Wake Robin seeks a part-time (Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) receptionist to welcome residents and guests to our community. The receptionist is responsible for receiving guests and visitors, providing assistance or information relevant to the community, managing a multiline phone system, as well as general office duties. The successful applicant will have a high school diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of two years of experience in a similar position in an environment with a high degree of public interaction. Candidates with an interest, or experience, in working with seniors will be strongly preferred.

Cook – Full-Time Wake Robin provides independent residents with a fine dining experience and full table service in a dynamic retirement community. With a manageable schedule and superb kitchen facilities, we offer a work environment that is hard to find in the hospitality industry. Wake Robin provides highly competitive wages and a full range of benefits for you and your family, 25 days of vacation, and a retirement package. If you have high standards of service and a strong desire to learn, please email hr@wakerobin.com or fax your resume with cover letter to: HR, (802) 264-5146.

Senior Accountant To work approximately 15 hours/week, Assoc. in accounting. Minimum three years’ experience. Accounts payable, receivable, inventory, payroll and GL. Must have good Excel and higherend integrated accounting systems skills and experience with QuickBooks Premier Line. Ability to work with senior management and vendors needed. This position requires both an ability to work autonomously as well as in alliance with the team.

Customer Service Assistant To work 30 hours/week in support for and in direct contact with company internal and external customers. Must be proficient in Mircrosoft Office software and willing to learn our complex web-based program. Aptitude in service excellence and critical thinking needed. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and solid verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Excellent Employment Opportunities All interested candidates should send their letter of intent and resume to patty@tomypath.com prior to June 3.

Current Openings at The Lodge at Otter Creek We are looking for an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of the elders in our Level III Residential Care community 5/23/11 4:39:28 5v-PATH-052511.indd PM through1physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual activity. 5/23/11 3:00:55 PM The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Recreational Therapy with Activity Director Certification I & II. We will sponsor AD I & II certification and consider an alternative combination of relative education and experience for the right individual. Must be friendly and energetic with a passion for healthy aging. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Publisher preferred) and digital photography skills required, as well as a valid driver’s license and a for clean driving record. Hours flexible including e/o weekend. 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InterventIonIst — InclusIon (two posItIons) We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team of professionals. Interventionists will develop therapeutic mentoring relationships with students struggling to find success in public school due to academic, social-emotional and behavioral challenges. This position requires individuals to be comfortable with the management of aggressive behavior. Full benefits. Bachelor’s degree required. Driving required. We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to work with a developmentally delayed adolescent within a public middle school setting. Interventionist will implement school-based services integrating ABA techniques, skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures, utilizing augmentative communication and recording data, as well as managing aggressive behaviors and providing toileting assistance. The successful candidate should have good communication skills, mental health experience and preferably some crisis experience. Full benefits. Bachelor’s degree required. Driving required.

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group Seeks a full-time, Montpelier-based

INFORMATION MANAGER VPIRG, Vermont’s largest environmental and consumer advocacy group, is looking for a tech-savvy data master who wants to apply skills and strategic sense to manage the member and activist information that powers its public interest campaigns. The right person is a mission-driven activist with the right blend of technical skills and passion for progressive causes — an architect of databases, innovator with online tools, super list segmenter, and analytics guru who understands that data drive successful political movements and cutting-edge campaigns. The IM will manage our databases, drive our creative use of technology and inspire a data-driven organizing culture at VPIRG. You will develop and implement an information management plan that powers all aspects of our work — from grassroots and online organizing to fundraising and membership development. Position designed to grow your range of skills from database management to GIS applications to online and mobile tools to social media innovations. Must have three to ﬁve years relevant professional experience that demonstrates aptitude for database/information architecture, complex query building and analytics. Experience with DonorPerfect, Salsa, ArcGIS and/or Drupal (or similar platforms) a plus. Competitive salary; employer-paid health, dental and disability insurance; employer-matching IRA; six weeks’ annual leave. Submit cover letter and resume via email only to colleen@vpirg.org. EOE. No phone calls. Full job description available at: www.vpirg.org.

Developmental Services provides innovative supports to people with Developmental Disabilities and or Autism Spectrum Disorders. Please contact our Staff Recruiter, Sue Smithson, at 802-488-6533 to learn more. specIalIzed communIty support worker 20-year-old man needs 15 afternoon hours of support. This guy enjoys lifting weights at the Y, shooting hoops and fishing. Ideal candidate pays close attention to details and has previous experience supporting 1:48 PM individuals with complicated behavior. Support staff must be active daily and have a positive and encouraging attitude. Schedule can be somewhat flexible with morning hours. Professionally experienced individual needed. resIdentIal Instructor(s) Excellent opportunity to work with males living in residential settings while receiving clinical supervision, participating in staff meetings, and working as part of dynamic and skilled teams. Applicants must have exceptional crisis management skills and be experienced working with adults/adolescents with developmental and psychiatric disabilities. Homes are in the Hinesburg/Starksboro area. Three benefits-eligible positions, weekday and evening hours. specIalIzed communIty support worker — Float Experienced candidate sought for Substitute Floater position supporting a variety of individuals in Chittenden County. This position requires skill, flexibility and the ability to support numerous individuals with varying needs. Great opportunity to grow professionally and become an integral part of the dynamic Substitute Program team. Comprehensive benefits. Shift differential may apply. Benefits eligible. Person with considerable clinical skills sought for this integral position.

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The Vermont Telecommunications Authority is seeking an experienced attorney to join its team to help implement the statewide rollout of broadband and mobile services. Responsibilities will include contract drafting and preparation; permit development and facilitation; administrative rule making; grant compliance; and bonding documentation. Salary commensurate with experience.

Client Service Department PayData Payroll Services Inc. is looking for an additional team member. If you are goal oriented and have a strong work ethic and a desire to achieve knowledge and make a difference, PayData wants to meet you! We currently have an opening in our Client Service Department. Our Client Service Representatives produce payrolls for clients utilizing various import methods including data entry. In addition, our Client Service Representatives work closely with our clients to maintain the company and employee databases to ensure accurate payroll processing.

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SOLAR COMMUNITY ORGANIZER THE PROGRAM A LOT of people have wanted to get their energy from the sun, but just couldn’t figure it out on their own. Now VPIRG Energy has pulled together the right solar installer, equipment, government incentives and discounted financing into a package that’s easy and, thanks to the discounts we’ve negotiated, incredibly affordable. We are working community by community to educate homeowners about the benefits of solar energy, and the results have shown we can increase solar installations by over 300% in just a few months.

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Be part of implementing the Farm to Plate Strategic Plan. The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund is hiring a full-time Farm to Plate Program Director. Deadline for applying is June 6. See www.vsjf.org for full details.

THE JOB We need an organizer — someone who understands how communities are driven by relationships and who can work within that fabric to make change happen. This is a fun job, where you will help create and run local campaigns to increase solar adoption through classic grassroots organizing and afﬁnity marketing techniques. You’ll be the public face of this Solar Communities program and will need to be excited to embrace lots of public exposure as well as detailed data management in the ofﬁce. See the whole deal at www.vpirg.org/jobs.

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We’re looking for a mature, creative person with strong customer service skills. Retail experience preferred. Please send resume to The Christmas Loft attn: Debbie Kelly 3155 Shelburne Rd. Shelburne, VT 05482 802-985-4166 debktaz@gmail.com

Concept2, the market leading manufacturer of indoor rowing machines and composite racing oars, Concept2, the market leading manufacturer of seeks an Accounting Professional to manage our indoor rowing machines and composite racing oars, Accounts Payable andProfessional Accounts Receivable seeks an Accounting to managework, our and to be an integral part of our Finance team. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable work, The qualified candidate must team. be detail and to be an integral part of our Finance oriented, have strong interpersonal, analytical, The qualified candidate must be detail and computer skills including MS Word, Excel and oriented, have strong interpersonal, analytical, Applications can be picked up at 75 Ethan Allen, Outlook, understand GAAP principles, and be able and computer skills including MS Word, Excel and South Burlington, or mail your resume to P.O. Box 38, to communicate effectively. A college degree and Outlook, understand GAAP principles, and be able Winooski, VT 05404. EOE m/f/d/v at least two years of accounting experience are to communicate effectively. A college degree and required. at least two years of accounting experience are 4t-myerscontainers052511.indd 1 5/23/11 2v-ChristmasLoft-052511.indd 4:37 PM 1 5/23/11 4:40:29 PM required. Research Assistant: Child Welfare and Youth Justice Submit resume and cover letter to Lewis Practice Model Implementation and Practice Guidance Development Franco, Human Resources Director, preferably Submit resume and cover letter to Lewis by The Northeast and Caribbean Implementation Center (NCIC), in partnership with the Vermont email lewisf@concept2.com . Or mail to Concept Franco,toHuman Resources Director, preferably by Department for Children and Families (DCF), Family Services Division, seeks a half-time Research 2, Inc., 105 Industrial Park, Morrisville, VT 05661. Assistant for a 1.5+ year intensive implementation project. email to lewisf@concept2.com . Or mail to Concept -EOEThe project has three primary tasks: 2, Inc., 105 Industrial Park, Morrisville, VT 05661. • Design and implement practice guidance and policy from a newly adopted practice model focused -EOEon family engagement for children involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. • Design and develop a data warehouse • Design and implement a continuous quality improvement and quality assurance system 5v-concept2-052511.indd The Research Assistant will participate in the design, execution, and analysis of the evaluation activities associated with the project. The Research Assistant, a contract position with the NCIC at the University of Southern Maine’s Muskie School of Public Service, will be housed at Vermont’s DCF Family Services division and will report to the DCF Family Services Planning, Policy and Practice Manager and the University of Vermont Child Welfare Training Partnership.

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Seeking a position with a quality employer? Consider The University of Vermont, a stimulating and diverse workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including tuition remission for on-going, full-time positions. This opening and others are updated daily.

The NCIC is one of five Child Welfare Technical Assistance Implementation Centers established by the Children’s Bureau in October 2008. The NCIC facilitates communication and networking across public child welfare systems and provides resources for intensive implementation projects that improve the quality and effectiveness of child welfare services for children, youth and families.

Research Facilities Engineer - Requisition #034075 - Department of Physical Plant - The Research Facilities Engineer will provide both technical and management expertise in the design, commissioning, troubleshooting, and development of multi-layered maintenance protocols for technologically sophisticated laboratories, including those used in bio-medical and cosmogenic research. Oversee, create, support and encourage environmentally sound facility practices. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Physical Plant for Maintenance Operations and is expected to embrace all aspects of UVM's Common Ground and create an inclusive environment that encourages and celebrates diversity Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 5-10 years of engineering experience. Five years experience in facility related operations in a laboratory environment. Demonstrated ability to guide, direct and manage engineering/maintenance and operation activities. Knowledge of project management, quality assurance, and environmental, safety and health policies and procedures. Must possess thorough engineering knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements for a laboratory operation which includes experience in building HVAC, automation and laboratory controls. Familiar with all applicable codes and regulations pertaining to these types of facilities such as ANSI Z9.5 and NIH. Valid Driver's License; Must have computer skills and be familiar with Building Automation Systems. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Highly Desirable Qualifications: Professional Engineer or Certified Industrial Hygienist designations desirable. HVAC Temperature Control and/or installation experience. Notice to Applicants: The University of Vermont is committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information regarding the University of Vermont's diversity initiatives, please visit the President's web site at: http://www.uvm.edu/president The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. For further information on this position and others currently available, or to apply on-line, please visit our website at: www.uvmjobs.com; Job Hotline #802-656-2248; telephone #802-656-3150. Applicants must apply for positions electronically. Paper resumes are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily.

Knowledge & Experience • A master’s degree in a related human services field is preferred. • Knowledge of and experience in child welfare and/or juvenile justice case practice is instrumental to this position. • Four years of professional-level experience in a child or youth services program. • Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented; able to take responsibility in meeting deadlines. • Familiarity with design, execution and evaluation of research projects, including conducting literature reviews, surveys, interviews and focus groups, and data integration and analysis. • Experience designing and maintaining online surveys and relational databases. • Ability to handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity. • Experience with SPSS and/or Stata statistical software. • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. • Must be able to travel to DCF Family Services sites across the state. This is a contract position; the compensation package includes a .5FTE salary in the range of $25,000, plus travel expenses. All taxes related to self-employment are the responsibility of the individual. Interested individuals can send resumes to Stacy Jolles, DCF Family Services, 103 South Main Street, Osgood 2, Waterbury, VT 05671. For inquiries, please call 802-241-4601 or email stacy. jolles@ahs.state.vt.us. Resumes will be accepted until June 24, 2011.

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Position oversees two fledgling enterprises in food and energy services, established to provide a sustainable job training platform. Responsible for ongoing enterprise operations, strategies for growth, and establishing and meeting key benchmarks in www.jobsthatmatter.org1t-VtCampusCompact-051811.indd 1 5/16/11 2:56:50 PM alignment with VWW mission. Seeking well-organized self-starter with strong background in enterprise and program start-up, Call Steve at 802-861-3158. staff supervision, and support, marketing, financial tracking and forecasting. Nonprofit experience a plus, as is experience in the food or energy service sector. Salary commensurate with a nonmedical in-home experience. Start by July 1. EOE. Please send cover letter and care service, is seeking an resume by June 3 to sgrove@vtworksforwomen.org, or Staci Grove experienced live-in care provider at 32A Malletts Bay Ave., Winooski, VT 05404. Work with VPIRG for a clean energy future. Career opportunities and benefits available.

We are a fast-growing company looking for independent contractors to deliver and install appliances for a prestigious retailer in the northern Vermont market. Rewards of being your own boss, earning potential of $3000+ weekly, weekly commission settlement, comprehensive support, and training. You must possess a valid driver’s license (CDL not 5/16/11 4:22:55 PM required), pass a background 2V-VPIRG-051111.indd 1 check, have a clean MVR, the ability to purchase or lease a 26-foot straight truck, and strong customer service skills Two senior horses, 1.5 hours every day. $9 per hour. Must be able to work to begin getting on the road to independently, communicate easily, financial success. have transportation and be very 802-338-9048 ask for Paul for responsible. Horse care experience immediate consideration. preferred. In Westford, Vt. Call 802-522-3826.

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Shared Living Provider Opportunities 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. 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. a SingLe femaLe (or couPLe) sought to provide home to a young woman with developmental disabilities. If you are creative, active, and good with setting and maintaining boundaries, you could be a great match for this 20-year-old who enjoys animals, art, Zumba and friends. Ideal candidate has experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviors, however, there is a comprehensive support team and afternoon staff who accompany this high school student. She would do best with a family or person without children or other clients living in the home. Ideal location is within 20 minutes of Burlington/Essex Junction. Having a backyard is a big plus. Generous tax-free stipend and room and board payment included. Margot Smithson, 488-6326. 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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Bourne’s Shell, providing flexible scheduling and excellent benefits 760 Shelburne Rd., including medical, dental, 401(k) and profit sharing. So. Burlington, has part-time hours available Email resume and cover letter to for friendly, motivated Manager69@kinneydrugs.com. people. Weeknights, afternoons and evenings. Inquire in person. 802-658-6460. 4t-Kinney-052511.indd 1 5/23/11 $8.50/start.

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Bourne’s Service Center has a part-time opening for a friendly, organized person with automotive knowledge. Position involves scheduling, estimating, customer shuttle, minor repairs. Inquire in person, 31 Swift St., So. Burlington. 802-233-6914, ask for Rene.

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CALLING ALL GOURMET FOOD LOVERS... Gourmet Manager: Cheese Traders and Wine Sellers is looking for a strong leader with a minimum 3 years’ management experience to lead the Gourmet food team. The ideal candidate has experience in food retail, combined with outstanding people/operations management skills and a record of implementing changes to the workplace. Passion for cheese, wine, and gourmet is essential, and the ability to maintain a fun and productive work environment is a priority.

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DNS needed for newest 64-bed skilled nursing facility in Vermont. Franklin County Rehab has a 20-private-room rehab unit and 44 long term care beds. RN- BSN plus 5yrs nursing experience 2 yrs. supervisory experience. Work experience in medical rehab a plus. Please send resume to Franklin County Rehab Center, 110 Fairfax Road, Saint Albans, VT 05478, or email kgladden@franklincountyrehab.com.

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The Northeast Organic Farming Association of 5/23/11 10:09 AM Vermont (NOFA-VT) is a nonprofit association of farmers, gardeners and consumers committed to local, organic agriculture.

PCC has been designing, developing and supporting our pediatricspecific practice management software for the last 28 years. We recently launched a new clinical product and are excited about the demand for this software.

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NOFA-VT seeks a full-time organic vegetable and fruit technical assistance advisor. Responsibilities include providing on-farm technical assistance to organic vegetable and fruit producers, business planning with farmers, organizing technical workshops, coordinating NOFA-VT’s beginner farmer and apprenticeship program, and responding to gardener and homesteader inquiries. NOFA-VT seeks an individual with on-farm experience, with strong organizational and program management skills. The job will be based in Richmond, Vt. For a more detailed job description, please visit www.nofavt.org.

PCC is looking for motivated, dynamic individuals who understand the meaning of customer care to join our Software Solutions Team. Enjoy helping our pediatric practice clients build their Practice Management and EHR software skills and confidence, while working as part of a dedicated, customer-centered team. Interest in a career that features solving challenging problems, training and travel is a must. Prior experience in health care technology desired, but not required.

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Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity, operating in Chittenden County for over 25 years, seeks a full-time Development Director to drive the fundraising activities for the Affiliate. Preferred experience: a proven ability to raise funds for nonprofit organizations; experience in developing business partnerships; grant writing, media/public relations, event coordination and direct appeals. Looking for a team player with creativity, self-motivation, excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to work in a constrained-resource, volunteer environment. The Development Director will report to the Executive Director. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit resume by June 10, 2011, to Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 381, Burlington, VT 05402. or email it to development@vermonthabitat.org.

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To learn more about PCC, and how to apply for these positions, visit our website at www.pcc.com/careers. The deadline for submitting your application is May 27. No phone calls, please.

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Vermont Business & Industry Expo: Exhibitors from Vermont companies attract attention at this business-to-business trade show. Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10. Info, 223-3443.

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Green Mountain Comedy Festival: More than 30 Vermont comedians coax out the chuckles and even the guffaws in six shows over the course of five days. Visit vermontcomedyclub.com for details. See cover story, this issue. Various locations statewide, 8 p.m. $5-15. Info, 585-0025 or 373-4703.

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Global Supply Chain Management Conference: Biz kids involved in cross-border distribution, importing or exporting connect with industry and government leaders. SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $199-495. Info, 518-564-3054.

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Raptor Encounter: Visitors get a glimpse into the fascinating lives of flying hunters in this intimate meet-up. Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Quechee, 11 a.m. Regular admission, $8.5010.50; free for kids 3 and under. Info, 359-5000. Spring Move-Out Project: Savvy shoppers scrounge for secondhand clothes, books, furniture and more before it’s all donated to charity. Loomis St. and Bradley St., Burlington, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 872-8111 or 656-1103. Talk to the Trainer: Wild-bird handlers share tricks of the trade. Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Quechee, 2 p.m. Regular admission, $8.5010.50; free for kids 3 and under. Info, 359-5000. ‘Vioso’ Fashion Show: Two high school designers display their fashionable threads. Atrium, U-32 High School, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 229-0321.

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‘Certified Copy’: Juliette Binoche stars in Abbas Kiarostami’s provocative romantic drama about a gallery owner and a British author who go on a tour of the Tuscan countryside. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind ‘Little Women’’: Literary lovers screen Harriet Reisen and Nancy Porter’s documentary, an intimate portrait about the American novelist’s struggles with poverty, fame and happiness. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. ‘My Perestroika’: Robin Hessman’s documentary illuminates life behind the Iron Curtain through the eyes of five people who grew up in Moscow, reaching adulthood just as the world was changing. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600.

food & drink

Barre Farmers Market: Crafters, bakers and farmers share their goods in the center of the town. Main Street, Barre, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, barrefarmersmarket@gmail.com.

Grand Stand Grandma knows best. So, in the face of troubled climes — both political and environmental — who better to dole out words of wisdom? Formed in 2004 to help protect the Earth and (at least) the next seven generations, the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers is composed of spiritual matriarchs, shamans and healers who trot the globe sharing ancestral teachings to guide the rest of us through a shaky future. Basically, they’re “crime-fighting International Council grandmothers,” as the SF Weekly put of thirteen Indigenous it. They’ve met with the Dalai Lama Grandmothers Wednesday, June 1, 7 p.m., welcome and have delivered a petition to the ceremony at Vermont College Green (or pope — and now, at least seven of gymnasium in case of rain) in Montpelier. them will speak about healing our View website for other events through June 3. Various prices; $250 for fullwaters, intercultural peacemaking program registration; registration and plant medicine over the course required for select events. Info, 851-7697. of three days in Montpelier. global-community.org/cgi/gc/cabprogram-info.html

Chocolate-Dipping Demo: Fans of cocoa-covered confectionery experience the tempering and dipping process. Laughing Moon Chocolates, Stowe, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 253-9591. ‘Make It Tonight: Affordable Inspiration’: Home cooks learn a healthy recipe that won’t break the bank with chef/instructor Donna Vartanian. Preregister. Healthy Living, South Burlington, 5:307 p.m. $15. Info, 863-2569, ext. 1. ‘Modern Soy Cooking & Getting Kids to Like Soy’: Chef and NECI student Chris Bennett supplies convenient and kid-friendly recipes using soy milk and tofu. Preregister. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hungermountain.com.

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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: Little ones sidle up to the story stage. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. 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.

Life in Ruins Battle cries of “Sparta!” may or may not be in your imagination this Friday as javelin throwers draped in white togas swarm the grounds of Shelburne’s Field House athletic club. But the war whoop isn’t indicative of another Battle of Thermopylae à la 300. The athletic exertions mark Lake Champlain Waldorf School’s annual Greek Olympics, which wrap up an intensive course of study about ancient civilizations. Roughly 120 fifth graders from six regional Waldorf schools form city-state teams for this spirited pentathlon, also including the discus throw, long jump, 50-yard dash and wrestling. It starts with a grand procession down Harbor Road to the altar of Zeus. All that’s left is the lighting of the Olympic torch — Greek Olympics oh, wait, they do that, too. Friday, May 27, 8:30 a.m., at the Field House in Shelburne. Free to watch. Info, 985-2827.

Fairfax Playgroup: Multicultural stories and activities accent child’s play. Health Room, Bellows Free Academy, Fairfax, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. wed.25

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Verdi. Puccini. Rossini. These names roll off the tongue in a way that practically begs you to kiss your fingertips and say, “Perfetto.” But unless you frequent big-city opera houses and have heard the soaring works of these Italian opera giants in person, you don’t know the half of it. Luckily, opera season is upon us as the Green Mountain Opera Festival gears up for its sixth year. Sprinkled liberally throughout the next three weeks are open rehearsals and fully staged productions of Bizet’s Carmen and Mozart’s Così Fan Tutte. An opening concert this week previews the lineup with arias, duets and ensembles from Verdi’s Rigoletto, Puccini’s Madame Green Mountain Opera Festival Butterfly, Rossini’s The Barber Opening Concert of Seville and more. Sunday, May 29, 7:30 p.m., at Joslyn Round

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Back in February, Ray LaMontagne’s 2010 release God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise snagged the Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk Album. In its country-tinged title track, the husky-piped singer belts out melancholy lyrics about steady rain (“’Bout to drive us all insane”), and it’s all too easy to picture him penning it just a few weeks ago by the brimming shores of Lake Champlain. Such is the emotive quality that characterizes LaMontagne’s megahits, from “Trouble” to “You Are the Best Thing.” He’ll fuse ’70s-style folk-country with good old-fashioned soul while headlining the first of this season’s Ben & Jerry’s Concerts on the Midway Lawn series.

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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. HigHgate Story Hour: Good listeners soak up classic fairy tales. Highgate Public Library, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. Middle ScHool Book group: Young people dish about their current reads. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Moving & grooving WitH cHriStine: Young ones jam out to rock-and-roll and world-beat tunes. Recommended for ages 2 to 5, but all are welcome. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

language

italian converSation group: Parla Italiano? A native speaker leads a language practice for all ages and abilities. Room 101, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3869. luncH in a Foreign language: Break bread in Hebrew on Mondays, Italian on Tuesdays, Spanish on Wednesdays, French on Thursdays or German on Fridays. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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dartMoutH college glee cluB: Gleeks honor the work of Stephen Sondheim in the 1993 musical revue Putting It Together. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-18. Info, 603-646-2422. tHe davydov-Fanning duo: Cellist Dieuwke Davydov and pianist Diana Fanning perform Bach, Barber, Shostakovich and Debussy works from their 2011 European tour program. Community Church, Stowe, noon. Free. Info, 253-7257. valley nigHt: Phineas Gage and Christopher Williams grace the lounge with grassicana sounds. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7:30 p.m. $5 suggested cover. Info, 496-8994.

seminars

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devin colMan: An architectural historian at the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation gives a talk on “Modernist Architecture in Chittenden County” inside of one of the country’s early examples. St. Mark’s Church, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-7686.

‘tHe WiSdoM oF tHe Heart’: A PowerPoint presentation illuminates the Gnostic-Hermetic perspective. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 524-9706, vermont@goldenrosycross. org.

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FloWer BedS & container gardening: Learn the basics of giving greens a good home in this workshop with River Berry Farm’s Jane Sorensen. Preregister. Fairfax Community Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 849-2420, cmarlinski@fwsu.org.

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verMont BuSineSS & induStry expo: See WED.25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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FletcHer allen FarMerS Market: Locally sourced meats, vegetables, bakery items, breads and maple syrup give hospital employees and visitors the option to eat healthfully. Held outside. Fletcher Allen Hospital, Burlington, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 847-0797, tanya.mcdonald@vtmednet. org. gluten-Free SerieS: Who needs wheat, barley or rye? Individuals engage in diet discussion while following an appetizer recipe. Preregister. Lyman C. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 861-9700. peacHaM FarMerS Market: Seasonal berries and produce mingle with homemade crafts and baked goods from the village. Academy Green, Peacham, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 592-3061.

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SoutH royalton FarMerS Market: Various vendors peddle locally grown agricultural goods and unique crafts. Town Green, South Royalton, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 763-8087. WaterBury FarMerS Market: Cultivators and their customers swap veggie tales and edible inspirations at a weekly outdoor emporium. Rusty Parker Memorial Park, Waterbury, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, 279-4371, info@waterburyfarmersmarket.com.

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‘potato Sack pantS tHeater preSentS: cHaracter FlaWS: a SketcH coMedy nigHt!’: Meredith Gordon and the Famous Canasta Brothers present short comedic vignettes. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $6. Info, 540-0773.

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.

conferences

Meditation claSS: This heart-centered practice, based on the work of Hazrat Inayat Khan and Pir Zia of the Sufi Order, focuses on music, movement, breath and concentration. Call for specific location. Private home, Colchester, 7-8 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 658-2447.

gloBal Supply cHain ManageMent conFerence: See WED.25, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

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rockin’ girlS-only ZuMBa claSS: Females shake their booty at a high-energy dance workout. Chabad of Vermont, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. $5. Info, 860-1525.

MaSterMind group Meeting: Big dreamers build a supportive network as they try to realize personal and professional goals in an encouraging environment. Best Western Waterbury-Stowe, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7822.

Strong living exerciSe: Fitness enthusiasts undergo strength training for good health. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 8 a.m. Free. Info, 443-1654.

talk to tHe trainer: See WED.25, 2 p.m.

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.

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‘certiFied copy’: See WED.25, 7 p.m.

alBurgH playgroup: Tots form friendships over stories, songs and crafts. Alburgh Family Center, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426.

‘BlooM: tHe pligHt oF lake cHaMplain’: Academy Award winner Chris Cooper narrates a documentary on lake health and the future of watershed communities. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. $5-10. Info, 496-8994. ‘My pereStroika’: See WED.25, 7 p.m. ‘tHe rage in placid lake’: Raised by free-spirited hippies, a 17-year-old boy rebels by embracing the banal and pursuing corporate success in Tony McNamara’s 2003 satire. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. ‘WelcoMe to SHelByville’: As part of the Independent Lens: Community Cinema project, filmgoers screen Kim A. Snyder’s 2009 documentary about a small Southern town grappling with demographic change. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

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health & fitness

eSSex Bike nigHt: Motorcyclists convene to talk about spinning their wheels over contests, obstacle courses and food. On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 6-9 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4778.

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cHildren’S Story tiMe: Parables and playtime entertain kiddos. Look for the bookmobile. Maple Tree Place, Williston, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. 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. FloWerS & Fairy HouSeS: Believers in Tinkerbell and other enchanted pixies build a tiny house from nature. Preregister. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 10-11 a.m. $8-10 per adult/child pair; $4 for each additional child. Info, 434-3068. 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.

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‘tHe Monetary SySteM and you!’: Spenders and savers get acquainted with currency basics by screening and discussing Paul Grignon’s Money as Debt: Part 3 in order to understand the current financial crisis. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581, jaquithpubliclibrary@ hotmail.com.

Bryan alexander: The Ripton author of The New Digital Storytelling: Creative Narratives With New Media looks into the modern expression of an ancient art. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4095.

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WeB analyticS WedneSday: Internet-data analyzers, business owners and the local geek community meet, mingle and learn about mobile analytics in a presentation by MyWebGrocer’s Rebecca Roose. SEABA Center, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, liz@ thoughtfaucet.com.

‘your MoSt intereSting anceStor — Here or aFar’: Residents dig back through their family roots to share life stories of interesting forebears. Bradford Public Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4423.

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MontgoMery PlaygrouP: Little ones up to age 2 exercise their bodies and their minds in the company of adult caregivers. Montgomery Town Library, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. 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. 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.

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Beginning english conversation: Adults benefit from some tailored language instruction. Look for the bookmobile. Maple Tree Place, Williston, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. lunch in a Foreign language: See WED.25, noon-1 p.m.

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Music in the loFt: The Beerworth Sisters perform whimsical folk, country and classic rock to support the Intervale Center. Shelburne Vineyard, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 985-8222. the sky FaMily celtic revival: Rollicking fiddles and Riverdance-style step dancing blend in this high-energy production from Prince Edward Island. Vergennes Opera House, 7 p.m. $8-12; $40 per family. Info, 877-6737.

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This event is free & open to the public!

The Sport & Fitness EXPO hosts more than 70 local and national exhibitors.

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lucy kurien: The founder of Maher, an interfaith nonprofit organization located in India, shares the story of its creation in “Women Healing Women.” Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 598-1212. lunch & learn: Fair Trade Burlington Network member Sandy Wynne discusses an alternative global model for a more socially responsible and environmentally friendly way of doing business. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, noon. Donations accepted. Info, 863-4214, jhersh@ burlingtontelecom.net.

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Race Weekend MAY 27–29, 2011

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story tiMe: Lit lovers of all ages take in fanciful tales. Bud & Bella’s Bookshop, Randolph, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 728-5509.

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colossal ruMMage sale: A giant assortment of household items, small appliances, electronics, furniture, décor and ladies’ formal wear supports the theater’s performances, readings and education programs. Depot Theatre, Westport, N.Y., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 518-962-4449. granite center garden cluB Plant sale: Perennials, herbs and shrubs make their way to new beds. Vermont Granite Museum, Barre, 6:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 476-0572.

comedy

green Mountain coMedy Festival: See WED.25, 8 p.m. ‘Potato sack Pants theater Presents: character FlaWs: a sketch coMedy night!’: See THU.26, 7:30 p.m. ‘the chris and Matt shoW’: An improvisational duo puts on a family-friendly comedy production complete with musical support, a special guest and cupcakes. Atmis, Burlington, 8-10 p.m. $5-8. Info, 735-3286.

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.

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Plant Walk: Armed with greenery questions, folks investigate nature with guide Aaron Marcus. Robert Frost Interpretive Trail, Ripton, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 767-4261, ext. 520.

‘the teMPest’: Senior students from Lake Champlain Waldorf School present Shakespeare’s play about a storm, a remote island and the meaning of humankind. Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 12:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Free. Info, 425-6195.

sPring ecology Walk: Naturalist George Lisi explores the amazing adaptations of plants, animals, birds and amphibians on a seasonal jaunt. Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury, 6-7:30 p.m. $10; no one turned away for lack of funds; preregister. Info, 456-8122, annie@wisdomoftheherbsschool. com.

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lilac Walk & talk: Lilac-collection curator Jeff Young guides flora fans through fields of white, pink and lavender blossoms. Bring a picnic. UVM Horticultural Research Center, South Burlington, 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-3073.

house orchestra. Come an hour early for cocktails. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 8 p.m. $23-25; for mature audiences only. Info, 863-5966.

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‘ForBidden BroadWay’: The Valley Players roast Broadway favorites such Wicked, Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera with fast-paced musical spoofs. Valley Players Theater, Waitsfield, 7:30 p.m. $18. Info, 583-1674. sPielPalast caBaret: Get dolled up for an evening of vaudeville and vintage burlesque with dancing ladies, a troupe of satirists and a saucy

Mad roBin contra dance: The Figments dole out fiddle and gypsy-jazz tunes for clean-soled folks taking organized steps. Beginner’s lesson, 7:45 p.m. First Congregational Church, Burlington, 7:45-11 p.m. $8. Info, 999-9357. sWing dance: A half-hour lesson for beginners paves the way for soft-soled steps on the dance floor. Capital City Grange, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $8. Info, 229-4008.

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9th annual FareWell reunion: Music flows freely at this yearly potluck and concert benefit for the Tom Sustic Scholarship Fund. Musicians include Patti Casey, Michèle and Fabe Choinière, Roland and Gary Clark, and Hannah Beth Crary. Grace Episcopal Church, Sheldon, 6 p.m. $15 suggested donation. Info, 233-5293.

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A Night of hope: Between hors d’oeurves and dancing, people take part in silent and live auctions supporting the Carrie Premsagar Foundation. Sunset Ballroom, Comfort Suites, South Burlington, 7-11:59 p.m. $35; cash bar. Info, 660-0547. BrAke Night: Need to slow down? Cyclists learn about the differences between V-brake, hydraulic and cable-actuated disc brakes, as well as basic maintenance methods. Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 229-9409. historic tours: Wander the turrets and balconies of this 19th-century castle boasting brick and marble faÇades, three floors, and 32 rooms. Wilson Castle, Proctor, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $10. Info, 773-3284, wilsoncastle@aol.com. ‘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. New eNglANd ‘liviNg’ show house BlAck tie grANd opeNiNg gAlA & desigNer reveAl: A Monte Carlo-themed evening includes tours of the designer show house, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, an international-foods buffet, silent and live auctions, and casino gaming and dancing ’til midnight. Juniper Hill Inn, Windsor, 6:30 p.m. $250. Info, 674-5272. rAptor eNcouNter: See WED.25, 11 a.m. seAsoN opeNiNg & opeN house: Step inside the medieval architectural masterpiece for music, food and information about upcoming tours. Wilson Castle, Proctor, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 775-4104, rustytrom@aol.com. tAlk to the trAiNer: See WED.25, 2 p.m.

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‘Bill cuNNiNghAm New York’: Richard Press’ 2010 documentary paints a portrait of the intensely private, 80-year-old New York Times fashion photographer. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘potiche’: A factory owner is taken hostage by his striking factory workers, leaving his docile housewife to run the operation in François Ozon’s 2010 comedy. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600.

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After school Book discussioN: Middle school page turners chat about favorite comics, short stories, books and graphic novels. Lyman C. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 3-4 p.m. Free.

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luNch iN A foreigN lANguAge: See WED.25, noon-1 p.m. tertuliA lAtiNA: Latino Americanos and other fluent Spanish speakers converse en español. Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3440.

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‘greeN mouNtAiN gold’: Paul Asbell presents acoustic steel-string Americana in the venue’s first concert series. StudioThree, South Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $15. Info, 866-639-6577. rAY lAmoNtAgNe with BrANdi cArlile & ximeNA sAriNANA: The raspy-voiced folk rocker kicks off a summer series on the Midway Lawn. See calendar spotlight. Doors, 6 p.m.; show, 7 p.m. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 6-10 p.m. $45; free for children 13 and under. Info, 652-0777. spriNg BoNANzA 2011: Lace up your dancing shoes for a celebration of music with tunes by the Collin Craig Blues Trio, and Evan Crandell and pals. Hardwick Town House, 7-11 p.m. $10. Info, 472-5285. the skY fAmilY celtic revivAl: See THU.26, 7 p.m. up couNtY: The northern prog-folk trio kicks off the Downtown Summer Concert Series with original and cover songs. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 7 p.m. Donations accepted for the St. Albans Society for the Performing Arts. Info, 488-0759.

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Door prizes of gas cards and giveaway for all who attend! June 3rd @ Hardwick Town House ~ 6:00 June 4th @ Craftsbury Library ~ 4:00 June 5th @ White Rock in Woodbury ~ TBD

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After school progrAms: See THU.26, 3:30 p.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. fAirfAx plAYgroup: See WED.25, 9-10:30 a.m. fAirfield plAYgroup: Youngsters entertain themselves with creative activities and snack time. Bent Northrop Memorial Library, Fairfield, 9:3011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 527-5426. scieNce & stories: Kids have aha! moments regarding wiggly worms. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids 2 and under. Info, 877-324-6386. 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.

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chelseA fArmers mArket: A long-standing town-green tradition supplies shoppers with meat, cheese, vegetables and fine crafts. North Common, Chelsea, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 685-9987, chelseacommunitymarket@gmail.com. chocolAte-dippiNg demo: See WED.25, 2 p.m. ed Behr: At a tasting of farmstead cheeses, the editor of The Art of Eating and author of The Artful Eater considers the relationship between traditional farming practices and modern-day microdairies. Bob-White Systems, South Royalton, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 763-2777. hArdwick fArmers mArket: A burgeoning culinary community celebrates local ag with fresh produce and handcrafted goods. Granite Street, Hardwick, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 533-2337, hardwickfarmersmarket@gmail.com. ludlow fArmers mArket: Merchants divide a wealth of locally farmed products, artisanal eats and unique crafts. Front lawn, Okemo Mountain School, Ludlow, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 734-3829, lfmkt@tds.net. lYNdoNville fArmers mArket: A seasonal rotation of fresh fruit, veggies, meats, cheeses and more makes its way into shoppers’ hands, courtesy of more than 20 vendors. Bandstand Park, Lyndonville, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, 533-7455, lyndonfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

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Slam Workshop: Before the Young Writers Project slam, performance poet Kim Jordan helps folks bring their work from the page to the stage. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 324-9537, ggevalt@youngwritersproject.org. Young Writers Project Slam: The Finale: Young poetry performance artists from across the state take the stage at an open slam following radiobroadcast rules. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 324-9537.

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Wood-Carving Demo: Visitors avid about avians see trees being whittled into models of various bird species. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 1-2 p.m. Free with regular admission, $3-6. Info, 434-2167.

bazaars

BCA Summer Artist Market: Local artisans display contemporary craft and fine-art objects as weather permits. Burlington City Hall Park, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7166, kmacon@ ci.burlington.vt.us. Colossal Rummage Sale: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Plant Sale: Gardeners peruse varieties of naturally grown vegetables, flowers and herbs. CSA members receive a 10 percent discount. Bread and Roses Farm, Westford, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 233-4781. Relay for Life Yard & Bake Sale: Treasure hunters support a relay team and the American Cancer Society. Russell Circle, Milton, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 999-2800.

comedy

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Green Mountain Comedy Festival: See WED.25, 7:30 p.m. ‘Potato Sack Pants Theater Presents: Character Flaws: A Sketch Comedy Night!’: See THU.26, 7:30 p.m. RealityFix: Comedian Jason P. Lorber emcees a story slam, where participants spin true, five-minute tales about peace and conflict to win favor with the judges: the audience. Partial proceeds benefit Kids4Peace. North End Studio, Burlington, 8-9:45 p.m. $10 donation. Info, 863-6713.

community

Staying Afloat Volunteer Day: Good Samaritans don work boots to help clear debris from the recent flooding and get the sailing center ready for summer. Lunch is provided. Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center, Burlington, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 864-2499.

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Ballroom Lesson & Dance Social: See FRI.27, 7-10 p.m. Norwich Contra Dance: A caller organizes softsoled moves to lively tunes by Cuckoo’s Nest. Tracy Hall, Norwich, 8 p.m. $8; free for under 16; donations accepted for seniors. Info, 785-4607, rbarrows@ cs.dartmouth.edu.

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2011 New England ‘Living’ Show House: Interior designers and landscape architects have artfully redesigned this 20th-century B&B. Tour it to help raise money for seven charities. Juniper Hill Inn, Windsor, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $25. Info, 674-5273. Apple Blossom Book & Bake Sale: People dig through more than 13,000 books for barter and choose snacks from an array of baked goods. Proceeds benefit Grand Isle County elders and people with disabilities. Hackett’s Orchard, South Hero, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 372-6425. Civil War Cemetery Walking Tour: Wander the cemetery with reenactors and historian Don Jackson as they spout details about the numerous generals residing six feet under. Lakeview Cemetery, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2075.

Digital Video Editing: Final Cut Pro users learn basic concepts of the editing software. Preregister. VCAM Studio, Burlington, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 651-9692. First Anniversary Celebration: A brewery celebrates year one with a dozen or more beers on tap, the release of new brews, the anticipated opening of a new tap room, and live music by the likes of the Del-Reys and Brown Bird. Hill Farmstead Brewery, Greensboro, noon-7 p.m. $10 includes tasting glass and two tasting tickets. Info, 533-7450. Historic Tours: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Louisa Howard Chapel Opening: Architecture buffs get a gander at the fully restored High Gothic Victorian nondenominational landmark at Lakeview Cemetery. Louisa Howard Chapel, Burlington, 11 a.m.3 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2075. Raptor Encounter: See WED.25, 11 a.m. Season Opening: Visitors chart their own voyages of discovery while exploring the region’s historic waterways, lands and people through 14 exhibit buildings, replica vessels and on-water programs. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $6-10; free for members and kids under 5. Info, 475-2022. Talk to the Trainer: See WED.25, 2 p.m. Taylor Farm Fundraiser: Community members raise money to rebuild a collapsed barn by attending a farmers market with local foods and crafts, live African drumming by Makuru, tunes by Dub Apocalypse, a pig roast, an old-fashioned square dance, and more. See taylorfarmvermont.com for details. Taylor Farm, Londonderry, 2 p.m.-midnight. Donations accepted. Info, 824-5690.

fairs & festivals

Cows & Camembert Weekend: Got milk? This dairy heritage fest showcases Vermont’s artisan cheese and includes bovine trivia, a “name the calf” contest, freshly churned ice cream and cow pizza. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission, $3-12. Info, 457-2355. Hardwick Kiwanis Spring Festival: A full day of fun starts off with the 5K Walk/Run & Youth 1K and includes the 28th annual Craft and Garden Fair, the Kiwanis Parade, a carnival, a chicken barbecue, a Sustainable Living and Agricultural Affair, and more. Fireworks at dusk. Various locations, Hardwick, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Various prices. Info, 472-5906.

film

‘Bill Cunningham New York’: See FRI.27, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. ‘Potiche’: See FRI.27, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.

food & drink

Burlington Farmers Market: Dozens of vendors sell everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to ethnic cuisine to pottery to artisan cheese. Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Capital City Farmers Market: Fresh produce, perennials, seedlings, home-baked foods and handmade crafts lure local buyers throughout the growing season. 60 State St., Montpelier, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2958, manager@montpelierfarmersmarket.com. Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.25, 2 p.m. Enosburg Falls Farmers Market: A morethan-20-year-old bazaar offers herbs, jellies, vegetables and just-baked goodies in the heart of the village. Lincoln Park, Enosburg Falls, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 933-4503. Grand Isle Farmers Market: Shoppers browse through a wide selection of local fruits, veggies and handmade crafts. St. Joseph Church Hall, Grand Isle, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 372-3291. Middlebury Farmers Market: Crafts, cheeses, breads and veggies vie for spots in shoppers’ totes. The Marbleworks, Middlebury, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 388-0178, middleburyfm@yahoo.com. Morrisville Farmers Market: Foodies stock up on local provender. On the green, Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy, Morrisville, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 888-7053, hbirdfarm@yahoo.com. Mount Tom Farmers Market: Purveyors of garden-fresh crops, prepared foods and crafts set up shop for the morning. Mount Tom, Woodstock, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 763-2070, foxxfarm@aol. com.

Northwest Farmers Market: Stock up on local, seasonal produce, garden plants, canned goods and handmade crafts. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 373-5821. Norwich Farmers Market: Neighbors discover fruits, veggies and other riches of the land, not to mention baked goods, handmade crafts and local entertainment. Next to Fogg’s Hardware & Building Supply and the Bike Hub. Route 5 South, Norwich, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 384-7447, manager@norwichfarmersmarket.org. Rutland County Farmers Market: Downtown strollers find high-quality fruits and veggies, mushrooms, fresh-cut flowers, sweet baked goods, and artisan crafts within arms’ reach. Depot Park, Rutland, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 773-4813. Shelburne Farmers Market: Harvested fruits and greens, artisan cheeses, and local novelties grace outdoor tables at a presentation of the season’s best. Shelburne Parade Ground, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 985-2472, info@sbpavt.org. Waitsfield Farmers Market: Local bands enliven an outdoor outlet for homegrown herbs, flowers and fruits, and handmade breads, cheeses and syrups. Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8027 or 498-4734.

holidays

Essex Junction Memorial Day Parade: Marching bands make music to support floats on the move. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 878-1375. Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast: Short stacks, side dishes and that first cup of coffee tempt sleepyheads who want to watch the parade go by. Essex CHIPS & Teen Center, Essex Junction, 8-10 a.m. $5-10; $30 maximum per family. Info, 878-6982, ext. 7, claire@essexchips.org.

kids

Children’s Story Time: See WED.25, 11 a.m. 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. 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.

music

Dartmouth Symphony Orchestra: Anthony Princiotti conducts this Hop Ensemble in a program of second symphonies by Brahms and Beethoven. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H.,8 p.m. $5-28. Info, 603-646-2422. Point CounterPoint Chamber Players: Violinist David Lamse, cellist Mijo Zaitsu and pianist Arielle Levioff perform major works by Carl Stamitz, Dmitri Borissowitsch Kabalewski, Clara Schumann and Cécile Chaminade. Brandon Music, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 465-4071, info@brandon-music.net.

outdoors

Bird-Monitoring Walk: Early risers scout out feathered wings above with executive director Erin Talmage. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 434-2167, museum@ birdsofvermont.org. Nature Knowledge: Tree-Identification Class: Using leaves, bark and field guides as clues, folks match names to trunks and record their findings in a leaf journal. Class will not be held in the event of rain. Ethan Allen Park, Burlington, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $15 per person; $25 per couple; $5 per each additional person in the party. Info, 598-2121, choiceslearning@yahoo.com. Spring Wildflower Walk: Naturalist Laurie DiCesare puts an emphasis on edible, medicinal and practical uses of seasonal blooms. Preregister. Eagle Mountain Preserve, Milton, 10 a.m.-noon. Donations accepted. Info, 893-1845.

seminars

Final Cut Pro Open Lab: Apprentice film editors complete three tracks of exercises as a VCAM staff member lends a hand. Preregister. VCAM Studio, Burlington, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 651-9692.

sport

Killington Stage Race: Competitive cyclists push the pedal in what has historically been one of the region’s most prestigious road races. Skyeship Lodge, Killington Grand Resort Hotel, 8 a.m. Info, 422-2146 or 279-2457, info@killingtonstagerace.com. Kingsland Bay Bicycle Ride: Helmet heads spin their wheels on a spring ramble, choosing between 35- or 46-mile loops. Shelburne Village Shopping Center, 9:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4070.

theater

‘Chicago’: See FRI.27, 8 p.m. ‘Epic Proportions’: See FRI.27, 7:30 p.m. ‘Forbidden Broadway’: See THU.26, 7:30 p.m. Spielpalast Cabaret: See THU.26, special “scandalous” show, 8 p.m. ‘The Musical Circle of John Singer Sargent’: WordStage explores the life of this painter by drawing on his own recollections, the observations of his musical colleagues, and the relationship between the visual and performing arts throughout Europe and the eastern U.S. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $10-20 or pay what you can. Info, 828-8743. ‘The Shakespeare Cabaret’: Students present an hourlong romp of classic scenes and witty mashups of the Bard’s famous works. Theatre, Champlain Valley Union High School, Hinesburg, 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 482-7100, jgreenwald@ cvuhs.org.

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Story Time: See THU.26, 11 a.m.

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Colossal Rummage Sale: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

comedy

Green Mountain Comedy Festival: See WED.25, 8 p.m.

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2011 New England ‘Living’ Show House: See SAT.28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Apple Blossom Book & Bake Sale: See SAT.28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Historic Tours: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open House: Parlez-vous français? Learn about the center’s French classes while checking out the new library and conference room, and attending a commemorative ceremony for past center president Monique Martin. Alliance-Française, Lake Champlain Region, Colchester, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 497-0420. Raptor Encounter: See WED.25, 11 a.m. Talk to the Trainer: See WED.25, 2 p.m. Taylor Farm Fundraiser: See SAT.28, 10 a.m.6:30 p.m. Vermont Entomological Society: Bug out with other insect lovers on an outdoor excursion. Preregister. Colchester Pond, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 893-1845.

fairs & festivals

Cows & Camembert Weekend: See SAT.28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

film

‘Bill Cunningham New York’: See FRI.27, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. ‘Potiche’: See FRI.27, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.

food & drink

Chocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.25, 2 p.m. Marathon Breakfast: Cheering someone on? Detour to this buffet-style breakfast on race day. First Baptist Church, Burlington, 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 864-6515. Quenelles Workshop: Jess Bongard of the Plumpest Peach and Slow Food Vermont host a lesson about this haute-cuisine technique. The Plumpest Peach, Jericho, 5-7:30 p.m. $25; RSVP online. Info, 323-1237.

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Stowe FarmerS market: preserves, produce and other provender attract fans of local food. Red Barn Shops Field, Stowe, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8027 or 498-4734, info@stowevtfarmersmarket.com. 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.

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open meditation ClaSSeS: Harness your emotions and cultivate inner peace through the tibetan Buddhist tradition. Laughing River Yoga, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. $5-15 suggested donation. Info, 684-0452, vermont@rsl-ne.com.

kids

read to a dog: See SAt.28, 1-2 p.m. SundayS For FledglingS: Youngsters go avian crazy in hiking, acting, writing or exploring activities. preregister. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 2-2:45 p.m. Free with museum admission, $3-6. Info, 434-2167.

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green mountain opera FeStival opening ConCert: professional singers let their big voices shine in arias, duets and ensembles in a historic barn. See calendar spotlight. Joslyn Round Barn, Waitsfield, 7:30 p.m. $25. Info, 496-7722. willie nelSon’S Country throwdown: Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser and special guests Brantley Gilbert, Craig Campbell, Lukas Nelson & promise of the Real, Brent Cobb, Dani Flowers, Austin Lucas, Adam Hood, Erin Enderlin and Caitlin Smith serve up more than eight hours of music on three stages. Midway Lawn, Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, doors, 3 p.m.; show, 3:30-11 p.m. $49-55; free for children 13 and under. Info, 652-0777.

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early morning Bird walk: An a.m. ramble through the woods rewards early risers with glimpses of feathered chirpers ... and coffee. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7-8:15 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-2167.

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‘ChiCago’: See FRI.27, 6 p.m. ‘ForBidden Broadway’: See tHu.26, 7:30 p.m. ‘the ShakeSpeare CaBaret’: See SAt.28, 1 p.m.

bazaars

memorial day raFFle and plant & Bake Sale: Folks survey a sampling of houseplants and perennials, along with homemade breads, baked beans, cookies and rhubarb punch. Jones Memorial Library, Orleans, 8:30 a.m. Free. Info, 754-6660.

2011 new england ‘living’ Show houSe: See SAt.28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. hiStoriC tourS: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. louiSa howard Chapel opening: See SAt.28, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. raptor enCounter: See WED.25, 11 a.m. talk to the trainer: See WED.25, 2 p.m.

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health & fitness

exerCiSe For BalanCe: See FRI.27, 10-11 a.m. Strong living exerCiSe: See tHu.26, 8 a.m.

holidays

JeriCho memorial day parade: town members promenade toward underhill on a day of remembrance. Various locations, Jericho, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 899-3963. memorial day at ethan allen homeStead: Veterans get complimentary admission to the historic home and grounds of one of Vermont’s founders. Ethan Allen Homestead, Burlington, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 865-4556.

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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. muSiC with raphael: See tHu.26, 10:45 a.m.

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lunCh in a Foreign language: See WED.25, noon-1 p.m.

outdoors

ghoSt walk: Folks wander the burial grounds, viewing marked graves of Civil War soldiers. Hope Cemetery, Waterbury, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 244-8089.

seminars

peaCekeeping workShop: nonviolent ConFliCt intervention: In preparation for the third annual Village-Building Convergence, folks learn to make compassionate connections even over topics that cause disagreements. Reach Care Bank, Montpelier, 5-9 p.m. Free. Info, 223-5844, gryneman@gmail.com.

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killington Stage raCe: See SAt.28, 8:30 a.m.

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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.

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We walked into the room to meet Krista Delary and Chris Day and their new baby and our response was immediate. WOW! He’s beautiful...and looks just like his daddy (sans hat). After spending a few minutes admiring him (What beautiful skin! Don’t you love his mouth! He really is gorgeous...etc. etc.) we realized that he looks a lot like his mom too! Trent Eleazer Day, born on May 16 and weighing 8lb/10oz, joins his brother Chase and his sister Abigail (TWINS! age 5) to keep his mom and dad REALLY busy! We were sorry not to meet the twins but suspect they are beautiful too. The Delary Day family lives in Northfield. We wish them a happy and healthy life.

Ballroom & latin danCe: Dance-floor disciplines — including cha-cha and tango — keep feet on the move. union Elementary School, Montpelier, 5:307:30 p.m. $12-14. Info, 225-8699 or 223-2921, elabd@ comcast.net. douBle viSion open rehearSal: Members of the San Francisco-based modern-dance company polish their moves during a dance residency. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio, Montpelier, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 229-4676.

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green drinkS: Activists and professionals for a cleaner environment raise a glass over networking and discussion. Lake Lobby, Main Street Landing performing Arts Center, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 864-7999.

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Fringe FeStival: part block party, part performing-arts display, this bilingual bash features music, comedy, dance and theater from over 500 performers. Various locations, Montréal, 7 p.m. Various prices. Info, 514-849-3378.

ChoColate-dipping demo: See WED.25, 2 p.m.

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Dinner & Design: Warren-based architect Dave Sellers paints a picture of Frank Lloyd Wright’s stained-glass designs in a talk augmented by a family-style feast provided by the Green Cup. Proceeds support the museum. Madsonian Museum of Industrial Design, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. $75. Info, 496-2787. Historic tours: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. raptor encounter: See WED.25, 11 a.m. talk to tHe trainer: See WED.25, 2 p.m.

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‘Bill cunningHam new York’: See FRI.27, 7 p.m. ‘poticHe’: See FRI.27, 7 p.m. tuesDaY nigHt at tHe movies: Film-club members screen 1964’s A Hard Days Night, starring — you guessed it — the Beatles. Open discussion follows. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. $8. Info, 496-8994, ken@crmvt.com.

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cHocolate-Dipping Demo: See WED.25, 2 p.m. JoHnson Farmers market: A street emporium bursts with local agricultural products, ranging from produce to herbs to fresh-baked bread. United Church, Johnson, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1682. rutlanD countY Farmers market: See SAT.28, 3-6 p.m.

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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.

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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. 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. 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. open computer time: See THU.26, 3-4:30 p.m. science & stories: Kids have aha! moments regarding the underwater world of fish. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids 2 and under. Info, 877-324-6386. 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. st. alBans plaYgroup: Creative activities and storytelling engage the mind. St. Luke’s Church, St. Albans, 9:30-11 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.

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luncH in a Foreign language: See WED.25, noon-1 p.m. 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. green mountain opera Festival open reHearsal: Professional singers train their voices for an upcoming production of Carmen. Gate House Lodge, Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7722, info@greenmountainoperafestival.com. 3v-SprucePeakPerfCenter-052511.indd 1

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milton communitY BanD reHearsal: Director Phil Mears oversees bandmates and new members in a varied repertoire jumping from patriotic tunes to Broadway favorites. Band room, Milton Elementary School, 7-8:45 p.m. Free. Info, 893-1398. noontime concert series: Jill Hallett Levis’ vocal students present “Mozart’s Magical Mayhem,” a potpourri of arias and duets from The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni and Cosí Fan Tutte. St. Paul’s Cathedral, Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0471. sallY pinkas: The Hop pianist-in-residence combines the work of Johannes Brahms and Maurice Ravel. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H.,7 p.m. $10-24. Info, 603-646-2422. ‘tHe vermont civil war songBook’: Linda Radtke employs music and letters in a costumed rundown of Vermont’s Civil War period. Arthur Zorn provides accompaniment. Town Hall, Worcester, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8635. waterBurY communitY BanD reHearsals: Brass and wind musicians join the band in playing marches, swing medleys and Broadway faves at this open practice session. Waterbury Congregational Church, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, info@waterburycommunityband.org.

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‘spenD smart’: Vermonters learn savvy skills for stretching bucks and managing money. Preregister. ReSOURCE, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 8601417, ext. 104.

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amY miller: In “Cultivating True Happiness Through Establishing a Practice,” the director of the Milarepa Center offers a fun and relaxed approach to spiritual practice through meditation and discussion. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136.

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‘FeDeral contracting opportunities For women-owneD small Businesses’: The Vermont Procurement Technical Assistance Center sheds light on the requirements of government contracting and making the most of business ownership. Preregister. Holiday Inn, South Burlington, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 652-2134.

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international council oF tHirteen inDigenous granDmotHers: This proactive group of elders from around the world calls on global decision makers to listen more deeply to the Earth in a series of ceremonies, discussions and workshops. See calendar spotlight. Various downtown locations, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Various prices; $250 for full-program registration; registration required for select events. Info, 851-7697.

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‘sHeBa in wonDerlanD’: Dance group Strictly HipHop Expressions Beats and Arts creates a topsy-turvy world chock-full of mad characters and scenarios. Moore Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H.,8 p.m. $4. Info, 603-646-2422.

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2011 new englanD ‘living’ sHow House: See SAT.28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. cHittenDen countY pHilatelic cluB: Stamp collectors of all levels of interest and experience swap sticky squares, and stories about them. GE Healthcare Building, South Burlington, 6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 660-4817, laineyrapp@yahoo.com. Historic tours: See FRI.27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. raptor encounter: See WED.25, 11 a.m. talk to tHe trainer: See WED.25, 2 p.m.

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Fringe Festival: See MON.30, 6 p.m.

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‘PotiChe’: See FRI.27, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m.

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‘Bill Cunningham new York’: See FRI.27, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m.

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Barre Farmers market: See WED.25, 3-6:30 p.m. ChoColate-DiPPing Demo: See WED.25, 2 p.m. south hero Farmers market: Foodies take advantage of fresh-from-the-farm fare and other local goodies. St. Rose of Lima Church, South Hero, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-3291.

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enosBurg PlaYgrouP: See WED.25, 9-11 a.m. Pajama storY time: Kids up to age 6 wear their jammies for evening tales. Arvin A. Brown Library, Richford, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 848-3313.

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green mountain oPera Festival oPen rehearsal: Professional singers train their voices for an upcoming production of Così Fan Tutte. Schoolhouse, Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7722, info@greenmountainoperafestival.com.

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‘the vermont Civil war songBook’: See TUE.31, Milton Historical Society, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 363-2598. valleY night: Harmonica man Mark LaVoie graces the lounge with blues tunes. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7:30 p.m. $5 suggested cover. Info, 496-8994.

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rhoDoDenDron walk & talk: Showy flowers elicit ohhs and ahhs as collection curator Hal Bill introduces flora fans to one of the best collections in New England. Horticultural Research Center, UVM, South Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 864-3073.

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Handcrafted wearables, accessories & gifts Lessons, Looms, Yarn Weaving demos

tour De kingDom: Cyclists cover 25 to 100 miles of scenic paths by the lake and in the hills. Indoor Recreation of Orleans County, Derby, 7:30 a.m. $10500. Info, 334-8511.

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irene kaCanDes: A Dartmouth College professor studies the lasting appeal of Anne Frank and her diary. Goodrich Memorial Library, Newport, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 334-7902.

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tom luxon: This Dartmouth College professor explains the impact of 17th-century poet John Milton on paving the way toward same-sex marriages. Congregational Church, Norwich, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 649-1184.

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‘a miDsummer night’s Dream’: The Bard’s fairy-dosed romantic comedy comes to the stage, courtesy of the Addison Repertory Theater. Play will be held in the A.R.T. Studio Theater, Hannaford Career Center, Middlebury, in the event of rain. Dreamhouse Country Inn, Bristol, 4-6 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 382-1036.

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‘Burning BriDges’: Local playwright and musician Stephen Goldberg’s original jazz play about a down-and-out trumpeter hits the stage, just in time for the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 8 p.m. $16.50. Info, 863-5966.

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CYnthia huntington: In the face of a changing environment, the former New Hampshire poet laureate elaborates on “Poetry of the Earth: Reimagining Nature.” Rutland Free Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 773-1860. m

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ENVIRONMENTAL ART EXPLORATIONS TEEN CAMP: Aug. 15-19, Cost: $400/camp. Location: Davis Studio, 4 Howard St., Burlington. Students will spend the week working in nature, creating sculptures using found objects. At the end, each student will receive a professionally bound book containing images of the sculptures.

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3-DAY PMP EXAM BOOT CAMP: Jun. 28-30, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $1,999/camp. Location: DoubleTree Hotel, 1117 Williston Rd., S. Burlington. Info: Desai Management Consulting,

VERMONT CLIMBING & ADVENTURE SCHOOL: Location: Vermont Climbing & Adventure School, 76 Venus Ave., Burlington. Info: Regina, 858-9034. Overnight Yoga and Climbing Retreat, June 17 & 18, $125/person. Mother and Child Outdoor Climbing Day, June 26, $125/two people. Women’s Day on the Rocks, July 9, $75/ person. Individual and smallgroup rock-climbing instruction available by appointment.

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. 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, 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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SUMMER CAMP: CLAYMATION: Jun. 20-24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $170/camp. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. Campers will make their own 3-D characters come alive through the art of stop-motion animation. Forming small “production companies,” teams of campers will write original stories, sculpt characters, construct sets and then animate their creations for the camera. Aspects of postproduction work, including some computer editing, may be incorporated to create individual CDs of the campers’ work. Pair this with Mosaic Glass Design for a full-day experience. Ages 9-11.

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Champlain Chocolates, just behind New World Tortilla, Burlington. Info: Sabrina, 540-0044, southendstudiovt.com. Burlington’s best salsa with David Larson and South End Studio (still the newest and nicest place to dance). Summer Salsa Dance Nights return with a tribute to Grammy-award-winning Conguero Poncho Sanchez and his Latin jazz band. Come help us celebrate Burlington’s 2011 Discover Jazz Festival and Poncho Sanchez concert June 10 at the Flynn Main Stage. June 2, 7-7:30 p.m., new Funky Latin Cha Cha class (all levels)! 7:30-9:30 p.m., DJ Raul plays salsa hits, bachata and reggaeton. DANCE ARTISTS COLLECTIVE: Mon., 7:00-8:15 p.m. Location: Burlington Dances (Chace Mill, top floor), 1 Mill St., 372, Burlington. Info: Burlington Dances, Lucille Dyer, 8633369, Info@BurlingtonDances. com, BurlingtonDances.com. The Modern Dance innovators were students of Rudolph Laban and Francois Delsartes systems for enhancing expressive capacity, engaging the whole self and experiencing harmonious movement. Increase awareness of your body as it relates to function, relationships, decision making and creativity, and discover your own choreographic artistry. Community class (by donation). DANCE CONDITIONING & BALLET: Ballet Barre & Adagio, Wed. 5:45-7 p.m. Dance Conditioning Wed. 7-7:45 p.m. Location: Burlington Dances, 1 Mill St., suite 372, Burlington. Info: 863-3369, lucille@ naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Perfect for beginning-level students, Ballet Barre and Adagio is taught by classically trained teachers for the experience of elegance, personal growth and fun. One of the best ways to condition the body for any eventuality, Dance Conditioning draws upon the wisdom and traditions of dancers for a balanced physique. 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

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TINY HOUSE RAISING: Cost: $250/workshop. Location: Montgomery, Vt. Info: Peter King, 9336103. A crew of beginners will help instructor Peter King frame and sheath a tiny house on May 28. Info, vermonttinyhouses. com.

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.

LLC , Vijay Desai, MBA, PMP, P.Eng., 363-9260, vdesai@ pmforstrategy.com, http:// pmforstrategy.com. The 3-Day PMP Exam Preparation Boot Camp by DMC (Desai Management Consulting LLC) is a thorough and accelerated course focused on a single goal: Equipping project managers with the knowledge and techniques they need to pass PMI’s Project Management Professional Certification Exam.

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AYURVEDIC CLEANSE & REJUVENATION WORKSHOP: Jun. 1-15, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Weekly on Wed. Cost: $125/ series. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 6589440, vtcyt.com. During this three-week workshop, you will be supported through a seven-day Ayurvedic cleanse. The workshop will explore the fundamentals of Ayurveda, examine how Ayurveda supports optimum health and explain how this medical system applies to you. BALANCE YOUR HORMONES, BALANCE YOUR LIFE, BALANCE YOUR BREATH: Jun. 11, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $75/class. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 658-9440, vtcyt.com. International speaker Dr. Claudia Welch joins VTCYT for a workshop on women’s health. Dr. Welch combines Eastern medicine with Western science to provide insights about the power of breath, diet and lifestyle to create optimum health.

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SUMMER CAMP: SILK-SCREEN DESIGN: Jun. 20-24, 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $170/camp. Location: Print & Clay Studio, Burlington. Learn how to create your own unique designs using silk screens. Teens will be introduced to BCA’s professional print studio, will learn some basic silk-screen techniques, and will create posters, banners and more. By the end of the week, participants will have reproduced a variety of images while learning the silkscreening process. Pair this with Teen Photo for a full-day experience. Ages 12-14. SUMMER CAMP: CAMP TADPOLE: Aug. 8-12, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $100/camp. Location: Print and Clay Studio, Burlington. Young children can experience exciting art and craft projects that will open up their imagination and unlock their creativity. Painting, clay, collage, stories, games and much more mixed in with a healthy dose of play! Drop off your child and head out for some summer fun of your own. Ages 3-6. SUMMER CAMP: ITSY BITSY FASHION: Jul. 25-29, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $170/ camp. Location: BCA Center, Burlington. Become a miniature fashion designer! Campers will learn basic sewing techniques and will use simple patterns to cut and create their own dolls out of various sewing materials, including cottons, rickrack, yarns, ribbons, buttons, puffy fabric paints and more. By the end of the week, campers will have made many fashionable outfits and accessories for their own dolls. Pair this with Illustrate It! for a full-day experience. Ages 6-8. SUMMER CAMP: TEEN PHOTO: Jul. 11-15, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $170/ camp. Location: BCA Center, Burlington. Learn the mysteries of the photographic darkroom! In this camp, teens will go on guided photo shoots in downtown Burlington and will learn how to print their own black-and-white photographs. Manual cameras, film and paper are all provided. Ages 12-14.

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FASHION DESIGN INTENSIVE TEEN CAMP: Jul. 4-8 or Jul. 11-15. Cost: $400/camp. Location: Davis Studio, 4 Howard St., Burlington. You will design your own clothing line from concept to creation. Learn hand stitches, advanced sewing techniques and characteristics of fabrics. Fashion show at the end! INTRO TO OIL PAINTING TEEN CAMP: Jul. 25-29, Cost: $400/ camp. Location: Davis Studio, 4 Howard St., Burlington. Begin working in oil paint. Instruction will emphasize composition, color and stepby-step process of creating a satisfying result. Students will paint at least three finished pieces to take home.

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empowerment FINDING YOUR MISSION IN LIFE: Jun. 2-23, 7-9 p.m., Weekly on Thu. Cost: $120/ course. Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909. Discover the unique way you are meant to make a difference in the world and open your life to joy, meaning and wonder. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author, with a personal reading by a member of the Life Mission Institute team. HORSES & LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP: May 28-29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $175/ person incl. beverages, snacks & catered lunch for both days. Location: Horses & Pathfinders Center for Equine Guided Education, Leadership & Coaching, 6899 Rte. 100B, Moretown. Info: 223-1903, info@ horsesandpathfinders.com, horsesandpathfinders. com. Through a grounded process of self-assessing an individual’s own current patterns of behavior, perceptions and performance, participants will be encouraged toward a

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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.

healthy self-image and supported to explore new practices for achieving personal and professional goals. Everyone is 652-4548 coached through an equineflynnarts@flynncenter.org guided learning process. We will not be riding horses. 1x1-FlynnPerfArts093009.indd 1 9/28/09 3:32:51 PM INDIGO: LEARN ABOUT DON’T WAIT, LEARN SPANISH: SUMMER CAMPS ENROLLING INDIGO CHILDREN & ADULTS: Location: Spanish in NOW: Over 30 full-day perJun. 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Location: Waterbury Center, Waterbury forming arts camps with after Vermont Center for Yoga & Ctr. Info: Spanish in care until 5 p.m. for ages 4-18. Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite Waterbury Center, 585-1025, Location: Flynn Center for the 204, S. Burlington. Info: 658spanishparavos@gmail.com, Performing Arts, Burlington. 9440, vtcyt.com. Learn about spanishwaterburycenter.com. Drama, moviemaking, radio, Indigos and how their life Broaden your horizons and comedy, hip-hop and jazz purposes can make the world connect with a new world. We dance, puppetry, slam poetry, a better place through their provide high-quality, affordmusical theater, voice, and deeply felt sense of mission. able instruction in the Spanish historic improvisation. Themes Gain a deeper understanding language for adults, teens and for younger kids include spies, of what makes Indigo’s tick children. Learn from a native pirates, royalty, fairy tales, and how they can be happy speaker via small classes, indianimals, Dr. Seuss, Mo Willems and fulfilled in the world. vidual instruction or student (Pigeon/Knuffle Bunny) books, tutoring, including AP. See our sea monsters (Champ), ballet, VISUAL JOURNALING: website for complete informaworld cultures, costumes and ACCESSING YOUR INNER tion or contact us for details. history. WISDOM: Jun. 11-12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $75/class. Location: AUDITION WORKSHOP W/ 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: THEATRICAL DREAM TEAM: Sue, 244-7909. Connect with MARK NASH, KATHRYN AIKIDO: Adult classes meet your inner wisdom as you BLUME & BILL REED: Ages 7 days a week. Join now and learn the process of Visual 11-18; Aug. 8-12; noon-4 p.m. receive a 3 mo. Membership Journaling in this experiential Cost: $265/limited scholar(unlimited classes) for $175. workshop; all books and art ships avail. Location: Flynn Location: Aikido of Champlain supplies will be provided. Led Center, Burlington. Spend a Valley, 257 Pine St. (across by Susan I. Lee, EdD, teacher week learning how to nail cold from Conant Metal and Light), and consultant. This course is readings, monologues and Burlington. Info: 951-8900, suitable for CEUs. songs (if you choose a musical burlingtonaikido.org. Aikido is theater track), and how to a dynamic Japanese martial manage anxiety and rejection art that promotes physical in the theatrical world. Good and mental harmony through for seniors embarking on colthe use of breathing exercises, lege auditions, and for anyone aerobic conditioning, circular planning to audition for a movements, and pinning and school show. throwing techniques. We also teach sword/staff arts and knife defense. The Samurai Youth Program provides WISDOM OF THE HERBS scholarships for children and SCHOOL: Wild Edible Intensive teenagers, ages 7-17. spring/summer term will be AIKIDO: Tue.-Fri. 6-7:30 p.m.; held May 15, Jun. 5 & Jul. 10, Sun., 10-11:30 a.m. Location: & summer/fall term will be Vermont Aikido, 274 N. held Aug. 21, Sep. 18 & Oct. 16. Winooski Ave. (2nd floor), Join either or both terms of Burlington. Info: Vermont Wild Edibles. VSAC nondegree Aikido, 862-9785, vermontaigrants may be avail. kido.org. Aikido trains body Monthly and spirit together, promoting Wild physical flexibility with flowing Edible & movement, martial awareMedicinal ness with compassionate Plant connection, respect for others Walks w/ and confidence in oneself. Annie, & Beginners Intro: Thursday Naturalist evenings through May 19, Walks w/George, $10, dates 6-7:30 pm. $65 fee includes announced on our Facebook practice uniform. New fivepage, join our email list, or week class for kids starts June call us. Location: Wisdom of 11! Saturday mornings from the Herbs School, Woodbury. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Info: 456-8122, annie@

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FUN SUMMER AIKIDO FOR CHILDREN AGES 6-12: Location: Vermont Aikido, 274 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 862-9785. 5-week class meets Saturday mornings 9:30-10:30 a.m. starting June 11. $60 includes uniform you get to take home! Questions or want to learn more about aikido? Call or visit website. 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. FOCUS ON EXTREMETIES 14 CEUS: Jun. 11-12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $245/14 CEUs; $225 when deposit of $50 is received by May 27. Inquire about the Introductory Risk Free Fee. Location: Touchstone Healing Arts,

Burlington. Info: Dianne Swafford, 734-1121, swaffordperson@hotmail.com. We will learn specific techniques for facilitating release in the shoulder, elbows, wrists, hands, hips, knees, ankles and feet. By using comfortable positioning and movement, we access the innate, self-corrective reflexes, achieving pain relief and structural balance. Using ortho-bionomy we will explore a simple and natural means of working with neuromuscular tension patterns that is gentle, effective and transformative. INTRO TO MASSAGE SCHOOL WORKSHOP: Jun. 4, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Touchstone Healing Arts School of Massage, 187 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info: 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 CHOD: CUTTING THROUGH THE EGO: Jun. 17-19, 7:30-3 p.m. Cost: $120/weekend. Location: Laughing River Yoga Studio, Chace Mill, 1 Mill St., Burlington. Info: Rime Shedrub Ling Vermont, Sarah Snow, 684-0452, VermontRSL@gmail.com, meetup.com/Rime-ShedrubLing-Vermont. Khachab Rinpoche will bestow the empowerment and teachings of Chod. Through this esoteric Tibetan Buddhist practice, one aims to cut through the obstacles of premature death, disturbing emotions, bodily and mental sufferings, and unawareness. The fruition is the recognition of mind’s essence, free from grasping, anger and confusion. 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

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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.

nature Got food security?: May 14-Sep. 18. Cost: $500/workshop. Location: Outdoors, Burlington & surrounding areas. Info: Eric Garza, 881-8675, DeepGreenResilience@gmail. com. Join local forager and hunter Eric Garza for two programs that will help participants develop relationships with wild foods. One workshop focuses on wild edible and medicinal plants, another focuses on hunting. The hunting workshop is not a substitute for a hunter safety course and will not harm any animals.

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Midlife Transitions: Letting Go & Moving Forward, an Interactive Workshop for Women 40+: Jun. 13-20, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Mon. Cost: $99/2-wk. series. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burlington.

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ALL Wellness: Location: 128 Lakeside Ave., Ste. 103, Burlington. Info: 863-9900, allwellnessvt.com. We encourage all ages, all bodies and all abilities to discover greater ease and enjoyment in life by integrating Pilates, physical therapy, yoga and nutrition. Come experience our welcoming atmosphere, skillful, caring instructors and

Reiki II Symbols Workshop: Jun. 4, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $55/3hr. workshop. Location: Pyramid Wellness Center, 120 Merchant’s Row, Rutland. Info: HeartSong Reiki, Kelly McDermott-Burns, 746-8834, kelly@heartsongreiki.com, heartsongreiki.com. Discover a deeper connection to the first three Reiki symbols. We will use the mantras, jumon, precepts and Japanese meditation techniques to explore their individual energies. A Reiju (spiritual blessing) and certificate of completion are included. Light refreshments. Prerequisite: Reiki II. Animal Reiki I class: June 25-26, Chelsea.

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: 864-9642, yoga@evolutionvt.com, evolutionvt. com. Evolution’s certified teachers are skilled with students ranging from beginner-advanced. We offer classes in Vinyasa, Anusara-inspired, 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, monthly unlimited $130, summer unlimited (Jun. 1-Aug. 31) $330. By-donation classes ($5-$15 suggested) Mon.Fri. at 9 a.m. Location: Laughing River Yoga, 1 Mill St., Chace Mill, suite 126, Burlington. Info:

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. Restorative Yoga, Reiki & Aromatherapy w/Anne Martin & Jane Jarecki Lanza: Jun. 19, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Cost: $35/course. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 658-9440, vtcyt.com. Revel in stillness during this two-hour Restorative Yoga, Reiki & Aromatherapy Workshop. Through supported, long-held asanas, you give the body permission to relax and your mind spaciousness. Feel the profound effects of this simple rejuvenating practice, Reiki’s light touch and aromatic essential oils. No yoga experience necessary. m

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Laughing River Yoga, 3438119, 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, PranaVayu and DJ 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. Mind, Body & Yoga for Teenage Girls w/Tisha Shull: Jun. 22-Jul. 13, 4-5:15 p.m., Weekly on Wed. Cost: $45/series. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, 364 Dorset St., suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 658-9440, vtcyt.com. This class will build upon strength already present in adolescent girls. This series will help develop and deepen the connection between mind and body to enhance body image. We will work creatively with yogic practices to expand self-knowledge in a fun environment. Old School Ashtanga Workshop!: July 22-24, 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,

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Dig. Photography & Photoshop: Jun. 4-5, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $125/day; $200/weekend. Location: HUHS Digital Imaging Lab, 458 Rt. 100, S. Duxbury. Info: Sam K, 882-1124, sambovermont@gmail.com. A two-day, comprehensive workshop. Participate in one day or both. Day 1: digital cameras, exposure tricks and better photography. Day 2: digital workflow: importing, organizing, Photoshop, printing. Contact instructor for more info about this excellent workshop held in a modern, fully equipped digital imaging lab in the Mad River Valley.

lightfilled 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! Natural Bodies Pilates: Good health, happy body, great price! Daily classes & private sessions. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 1 Mill St., suite 372, Burlington. Info: 863-3369, lucille@ naturalbodiespilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Get year-round discounts on all of your classes, private sessions and workshops, while exercising with people you like! Refer a new student who mentions your name when purchasing their first Take Any Class Card or Private Session Package, and you get a 20% off your next class card!

Hwa Yu Tai Chi, Montpelier: Jun. 6-Jul. 25, 5-5:45 p.m., Weekly on Mon. Cost: $63/45-min. class, 7 sessions. Location: Montpelier Shambhala Center, 63 Main St., 3rd floor, Montpelier. Info: Ellie Hayes, 456-1983, grhayes1956@comcast. net. The practice of Hwa Yu Tai Chi can help you experience the deep release that comes with giving in to gravity, aligning the posture and moving from the core in delicious, fluid movements. Join the summer semester and benefit from a mixed-level learning environment. 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. Yang-Style Tai Chi: Beginner’s class, Wed., 5:30. All levels class on Sat., 8:30 a.m. No class on May 14 or 28. Cost: $16/class. 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: 3186238. 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.

Info: 658-9440, vtcyt.com. Explore midlife transitions. Be inspired to find courage, vision and spirit to face challenging external changes by making internal shifts. We will explore the three phases of transition: (1) Letting go, (2) experiencing the emptiness, (3) creating new possibilities. Includes meditation, body awareness, visualizations, coaching tools and group sharing to guide you as you move forward and find new directions. White Buffalo Woman w/ Maureen Short: May 25, 6 p.m. Cost: $35. Location: Moonlight Gift Shoppe, Milton. Info: 893-9966. White Buffalo Woman is a Sacred Star Goddess who came to the Lakota Sioux many moons ago to give them ways to return to balance, restoring the Sacred Hoop of Life. We live in such a time now of restoring balance with love so that we and the Earth can live in peace and harmony. In this seminar we will open our hearts to her timely message through guided journeys, songs, drumming, sharing and more.

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ummer is short and sweet in Vermont. As such, we’ve grown accustomed to taking advantage of it as best we can. Assuming this summer isn’t a washout — it can’t rain the entire summer, can it? — one way to make the most of those hazy, lazy days is to head for the hills and bask in the splendor of music in the Green Mountains. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, there is no shortage of outdoor concerts and festivals designed to help us do just that. What follows is a variety of intriguing options to suit most any musical taste this summer.

Ben & Jerry’s Concerts

Midway Lawn, Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex, various dates, highergroundmusic.com

Last year’s experiment hosting concerts on the midway at the Champlain Valley Fairgrounds seems to have been a success, as the folks from Higher Ground Presents are at it again with an entire summer full of marquee shows, including Ray LaMontagne (May 27); Willie Nelson’s Country Throwdown (May 29); the Avett Brothers (June 3); and Dropkick Murphys (July 29).

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Stratton Mountain, June 23 through 26, stratton.wanderlustfestival.com

Billed as an “epic four-day yoga throwdown,” the Wanderlust festival has wandered from its original home in Lake Tahoe to, among other destinations, Stratton Mountain. In addition to “world-renowned yoga instructors,” the fest boasts an impressive roster of musical talent, including Michael Franti &

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Spearhead, Andrew Bird and Krishna Das, as well as the famed Deepak Chopra as keynote speaker — we’re told he loves a good throwdown.

Screaming for Change Festival The Bristol Hub, July 1 and 2, bristolskatepark.com

Not every festival has to feature beautiful tunes in idyllic settings, right? Sometimes, you just gotta get angry. And loud. Featuring more than 20 hardcore and punk acts from Vermont and beyond, the Screaming for Change Festival is the snarling antidote to heady jam fests, as well as a benefit for the Bristol skate park. There will be a vegan BBQ, a bonfire and — wait for it — a Slip ’n Slide.

Battery Park Concert Series

Burlington, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, burlingtoncityarts.org/battery_park_concerts

Since 1981, the Battery Park Concert Series has been a summer staple in Burlington. The full lineup for the free July series is still in the works, but a pair of national acts has been announced: British rockers Scars on 45 (July 21), and multicultural, Austin-based ensemble Saints of Valory (July 28).

Bright Eyes & the Mountain Goats Shelburne Museum, July 29, highergroundmusic.com

Higher Ground Presents and the Shelburne Museum have buried the hatchet following last year’s incident over the museum’s last-minute cancellation of a Furthur concert. Perhaps Conor Oberst’s brand of intimate melancholia really can soothe bruised feelings? If not, a sold-out show — which this is — can’t

hurt. And if you did score tix, do yourself a favor and show up early for the Mountain Goats.

Champlain Valley Folk Festival Waterfront Park, Burlington, July 29 through 31, cvfest.org

Entering its 28th year celebrating the region’s rich cultural folk heritage, the Champlain Valley Folk Festival is among the state’s most beloved annual outdoor music events. Notable performers this year include Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem, the Brass Balagan, Tony DeMarco, Si Kahn, Ko Shka and Matching Orange.

RhinoFest

Plainfield, August 5 through 7, rhinofestvt.com

Held in what is essentially a natural amphitheater in a large field in Plainfield, RhinoFest takes pride in its lovely location, as well as its commitment to balancing major headliners with plenty of local acts. The latter ideal is reflected in this year’s lineup, which includes regional favorites Eoto, Sophistafunk and Roots of Creation and a slew of local bands, including Champagne Dynasty, Wombaticus Rex, Barika and Gold Town. More acts are still being announced.

Tweed River Music Festival Stockbridge, August 12 through 14, tweedrivermusicfestival.com

Nestled in the rolling foothills along Route 100 in Stockbridge, the Tweed River Music Festival boasts everything you love about an outdoor music festival — namely, lush scenery, great tunes and a swimmin’ hole — without

the hassles of larger, more commercial festiroos. Curated by local alt-country stalwarts Bow Thayer & Perfect Trainwreck, the massive lineup features a roosty mix of rock, folk and Americana, highlighted by Session Americana, local truck-stop rockers Waylon Speed and R&B legend Booker T. Jones.

Grand Points North

Waterfront Park, Burlington, August 13 and 14, highergroundmusic.com

Vermont’s reigning rock stars, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, have taken their usual homecoming gig at the annual Lake Champlain Maritime Festival and blown it out, creating a fest within a fest. Grand Point North features two days of music, handpicked by Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, including big names such as Taj Mahal, Fitz & the Tantrums and the Wood Brothers, as well as an array of up-and-coming local talent, including Parmaga, Lendway, Maryse Smith & the Rosesmiths, Split Tongue Crow and Chamberlin, among others.

Liberate Music & Yoga Festival Sheldon, August 18 through 21, liberatevt.com

Vermont’s original music and yoga fest, Liberate celebrates its fourth anniversary with a monstrous lineup, including Conspirator, Rubblebucket, Surprise Me Mr. Davis, Dead Sessions and a host of solid local and regional acts. Stay limber in between sets — in both body and spirit — by attending any of the 15 yoga workshops scheduled for the weekend.

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Then the circus comes to town, literally. Boston circus-punk ensemble Cirkestra have the distinction of playing the last-ever show at Langdon Street Café, which, according to Ben t. MatCHstiCk, will feature “untamed she-cats, games of fun and chance, fortune telling and scary clowns.” So, you know, pretty much everything you might expect from LSC on its last night on Earth. That’s gonna be one hell of a party. Before we close this chapter of VT music history for good, I’d like to thank Meg HaMMond, Matchstick and the rest of the incredible, varied cast of characters who helped make Langdon Street Café what it was these past six-plus years. And that was a vital, invaluable asset to the community it served and loved — and who loved it right back. Places like this, and the people who sacrifice to bring them to life, help make Vermont a special place. Thank you.

With any luck, the end of May will also bring about the end of the most depressing month of Soundbites columns … well, ever, I think. But before it gets lighter,

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it’s gonna get a little darker. Ready? This year’s Northeast Kingdom Music Festival is not happening. (That sound you hear is me banging my head on the top of my desk.) In a press release late last week, NEKMF founder ed dufresne broke the news to the local press, citing — drum roll, please! — the Rapture! Or financial challenges. Who can remember?

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I spent last Friday night paying my respects to the Langdon Street Café. Maybe you’ve heard, the juke joint is going out of business, like, this Saturday … sigh. I had kind of hoped dropping by the café would make me feel a little better about losing one of the state’s true artistic hubs, maybe bring some closure, you know? It didn’t. If anything, taking in the scene at LSC only made me feel worse — and a little guilty for not making an effort to go there more often. The mood was hardly somber. Thanks to J.P. Harris & tHe tougH CHoiCes — who might just be my new favorite VT band — it was quite the opposite. Still, I can’t say I really enjoyed myself, per se. As Boyz ii Men once sagely noted, “It’s so hard to say goodbye.” (That’s right, I went there.) However, to borrow another line, this time from Monty PytHon, “I’m not dead yet.” Though the end is near, it’s not quite here yet. There will be plenty of time to mourn the LSC’s passing — any time after Sunday, in fact. But between now and then, there’s really nothing left to do but celebrate the life and times of the Langdon Street Café. Think of it like having the wake before the funeral. LSC’s last stand looks to be one for the ages. Thursday finds local jazz fusionists VorCza taking to the stage for one seriously funkdafied last waltz. The following night, the MiriaM Bernardo Band will blow the café doors off as the normally modest Latin jazz siren rolls up her cuffs and gets her rock-and-roll on. And then, on Saturday, it all comes to an end. A four-piece psych-folk band from Ann Arbor, Mich., the aPPleseed ColleCtiVe, will play an afternoon set on their way through town. Kinda fitting, no?

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Rí Rá Irish Pub: Longford Row (Irish), 8 p.m., Free. The Skinny Pancake: Layah Jane (indie folk), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation. Venue: Karaoke with Steve LeClair, 7 p.m., Free.

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Green Mountain Tavern: Thirsty Thursday Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. Langdon Street Café: Vorcza (jazz), 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. DJ Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

champlain valley

On the Rise Bakery: Open Irish Session, 8 p.m., Free. Two Brothers Tavern: DJ Dizzle (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free.

northern

Bee's Knees: Dan Liptak's Casimir Effect (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Donations. Moog's: D. Davis (acoustic), 8:30 p.m., Free. Parker Pie Co.: Ira Friedman Trio (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Rimrocks Mountain Tavern: DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

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Monopole Downstairs: Gary Peacock (singer-songwriter), 10 p.m., Free.

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1/2 Lounge: The Leland Shuffle (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. Rewind with DJ Craig Mitchell, 10 p.m.

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Club Metronome: DJ OH-J Freshhh presents Homegrown Wednesdays with Prolyphic, Earegulars, Wombaticus Rex and Aleck Woog (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5.

the earliest fusions of bebop and Afro-Cuban jazz, paving the way for generations of musicians to

Tabu Café & Nightclub: Karaoke Night with Sassy Entertainment, 5 p.m., Free.

Pozo irreversibly altered the course of American jazz. Their landmark performance was among come, including legendary conguero Poncho Sanchez and famed composer and bandleader Terence Blanchard.

Sanchez and Blanchard have teamed up to pay tribute to that seminal moment in jazz

history with “Cubano Be Cubano Bop,” in which the two re-create the show and add their own

Franny O's: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.

compositions. Catch “Cubano Be Cubano Bop” on Friday, June 10, at the Flynn MainStage as part of

Higher Ground Ballroom: The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Listen to the Sky (rock), 7 p.m., $15/17. AA.

the 2011 Burlington Discover Jazz festival. The Vermont All State Jazz Ensemble open.

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: GMCF: Kathleen Kanz, Umberto Graofano, Mule, Ryan Kriger, B.O.B. and Jaquelyn, Pierre "the Beast" Vachon (standup), 8 p.m., $5. Nectar's: Adam King (solo acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. Mushpost presents SELECT Kickoff Party (bass music), 10 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. On Tap Bar & Grill: Pine Street Jazz, 7 p.m., Free. Radio Bean: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Irish Sessions, 9 p.m., Free. Red Square: Starline Rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 8 p.m., Free. DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free.

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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.

Big Picture Theater & Café: Chris Williams (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., $5. Charlie O's: Don & Jen (folk), 8 p.m., Free.

Gusto's: Open Mic with John Lackard, 9 p.m., Free. Kismet: Myra Flynn (neo-soul), 8 p.m., $8. Langdon Street Café: Tumbleweed Company (folk), 8 p.m., Donations. Purple Moon Pub: Chicky Stoltz (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free.

champlain valley

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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Monkey House: GMCF: Kathleen Kanz, Dustin Bruley, the Real Beth, Pat Lynch, Natalie Miller, Antenna Wilde, Mike Robideau (standup), 8 p.m., $5.

1/2 Lounge: Aya Inoue with Sarah Stickle (singer-songwriters), 7 p.m., Free. Electroshock with Selector (dancehall), 10 p.m., Free.

Nectar's: Trivia Mania with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free. Gordon Stone Band, the Abrams Brothers (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $5. 18+.

Club Metronome: Present Rhymes CD Release, Manus, ZJ 4Word Production, Lynguistic Civilians (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5.

O'Brien's Irish Pub: DJ Dominic (hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., Free.

burlington area

Franny O's: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. The Green Room: DJ Fattie B (hiphop), 10 p.m., Free.

On Tap Bar & Grill: Joe Moore Blues Band, 7 p.m., Free. Parima Main Stage: Burgundy Thursdays with Joe Adler, Samara Lark, e-s guthrie, Micah Plante (singersongwriters), 8:30 p.m., $3.

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1/2 Lounge: Wiley Dobbs (bluegrass), 7 p.m., Free. Bonjour-Hi! (house), 10 p.m., Free. Backstage Pub: Karaoke with Steve, 9 p.m., Free. Banana Winds Café & Pub: Adam Springer (acoustic), 7:30 p.m., Free. Club Metronome: No Diggity: Return to the ’90s (’90s dance party), 9 p.m., $5. Franny O's: Phil & the House Rockers (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free. The Green Room: DJ Big Kat (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. JP's Pub: Dave Harrison's Starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. Lift: Salsa Friday with DJ Hector Cobeo (salsa), 9 p.m., Free. Marriott Harbor Lounge: Brian McCarthy (jazz), 8 p.m., Free.

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Higher Ground Ballroom: Brett Dennen, Dawes (singer-songwriters), 8 p.m., $22/25. AA.

Moog's: The Ramblers (country), 8:30 p.m., Free.

Higher Ground Showcase Lounge: Freeway, Colby Stiltz, AP & the Stack Boyz, DJ Dakota (hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., $22/25. AA.

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. Kat Wright & the Indomitable Soul Band (soul), 11 p.m., $3.

On Tap Bar & Grill: Nightrain (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

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Leunig's Bistro & Café: Mike Martin & Geoff Kim (jazz), 7 p.m., Free.

Rasputin's: 101 Thursdays with Pres & DJ Dan (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.

Parima Main Stage: The Primals, tooth ache. (rock), 10 p.m., $5.

Lift: Get LiFTed with DJs Nastee & Dakota (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free.

Red Square: Selector Dubee (reggae), 6 p.m., Free. A-Dog Presents (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

Park Place Tavern: In Kahootz (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free.

Bee's Knees: Collin Craig Blues Trio (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations.

Monopole: Open Mic, 8 p.m., Free.

Red Square Blue Room: DJ Cre8 (house), 9 p.m., Free.

Nectar's: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. Blues for Breakfast (Grateful Dead tribute), 9 p.m., $5.

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In the meantime, DuFresne is gonna do what he does best: book shows. In a related press release, he announced that he’s signed on as the talent buyer for the newly reopened Black Door — a post he held for several years at Langdon Street Café. As usual, DuFresne has lined up some top-notch acts for the early summer, including RUSTY BELLE (June 4), HOLY GHOST TENT REVIVAL (June 17) and QUISQUEYA (July 8).

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Aaand we’re back to Montpelier. Happy birthday to local rapper ALECK WOOG. On the heels of a solid sophomore effort, WzdoM, released earlier this month, Mister Woogmatic celebrates in grand style with a “Birthday Bender” at the one and only Charlie O’s World Famous this Saturday. Helping Woog blow out the candles are DJ BAY 6, MR. YEE AND TANK, BRUTALLY HONEST, NO HUMANS ALLOWED and ZACH CRAWFORD. ERIN MCDERMOTT’s “new”

album, which we reviewed in January, has an ominous title: Time to Go. Recorded in Nashville and featuring some of Music City’s finest session players, it’s a slick little disc that suggests the local cowgirl has designs on bigger stages — and the guess here is, she’ll get there. In the meantime, McDermott is playing a handful of local gigs this summer to celebrate the record, which was officially released last week. The first is this Saturday at the Enosburg Opera House. Band Name of the Week: THAT’S WHAT SHE SAID. More fun in Montpelier and at Charlie O’s. Yet another BNOTW winner that’s tough to Google — though this particular search was far more fun than most. Ahem.

Turns out these cats are a cover band featuring a crew of Mont-p regulars, including ROBYN PEIRCE, CHRIS PONZIO, THEIS BERGSTROM and DAN ZURA. They’ll be at the best bar in the world this Friday, with rockers — and this week’s BNOTW runners-up — BEDEVILED EGGS.

at Nectar’s this Wednesday, May 25, dubbed SELECT — though I much prefer their alternate name, “Mushpost Monthly.” Actually, “dubbed” may have been a poor word choice there. As Concklin explains in a recent email, “The purpose of the night is to provide an outlet for amazing bass music that gets smothered or neglected at dubstep shows. Dubstep is polarizing and can be inaccessible and at times even oppressive. Yet there is so much bass-oriented dance Are you thinking about 12v-Nectars052511.indd 1 5/23/11 music that is exactly the starting or expanding opposite, much of which is so ahead of the curve we are your family? legitimately without a genre If you are a woman: to categorize it … thus ‘bass music.’” Gotcha. Thanks, Between the ages of 18 and 40 Plan to conceive in the next year Nick. To help celebrate the new residency, Concklin is AND .........Have never had a child before bringing in Chicago producer OR.............Have had preeclampsia in the past CHRISSY MURDERBOT, who will celebrate the release of his OR.............Have Type 1 diabetes own latest record, Women’s OR.............Have a personal or family history Studies. Future installments of hypertension or preeclampsia of SELECT/Mushpost THEN Monthly will happen the Researchers at the University of Vermont would third Thursday of each like to speak with you. This study will examine risk factors for preeclampsia, a disease of pregnancy. month throughout the summer.

When it was announced that DROP THE LIME was playing Sunday Night Mass at Club Metronome this week, it was already kind of a big deal in local dance circles. But since that announcement, his impending appearance has actually taken on even more significance — which is saying something for a guy Hype Machine once dubbed “the most-bloggedabout artist on the planet.” Earlier this week, DTL signed a global deal with Ultra Records, one of the world’s preeminent dance labels and home to folks such as CHEMICAL BROTHERS and DEADMAU5. In short, dude is about to blow up, big time. Currently, DTL is touring with a live band, which he debuted recently in Brooklyn to stellar reviews. Catch him — while you can — this Sunday at Club Metronome.

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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.

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We now take a break from this column’s regularly scheduled Montpelier lovefest to bring you news from … Rutland? You know, I’ve been writing this column for four years, and I’m pretty sure this is the first time that news of any kind has broken from Rut Vegas. (Note to Rutland: Just kidding! Again.) Anyway, the news is that Burlington’s sons of DEATH, ROUGH FRANCIS, head south this Saturday for an all-ages show at that city’s Unitarian Universalist Church. Also on the bill: a whole bunch of local and regional punk bands with phenomenal names, including JONEE EARTHQUAKE BAND, THE BLACK TIE OPERATION, MIDNIGHT SAINTS, DAMN BROADS, COZI COME and 16HPP.

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RADIO BEAN: Imaginary (rock), 7 p.m., Free. Wildcat (rock), 8 p.m., Free. Coastal Toast (rock), 10 p.m., Free. RASPUTIN'S: DJ ZJ (hip-hop), 10 p.m., $3.

THE RESERVOIR RESTAURANT & TAP ROOM: DJ Slim Pknz All Request Dance Party (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free. TUPELO MUSIC HALL: Chloe Brisson (jazz), 8 p.m., $15.

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RED SQUARE: Perry Nunn (singersongwriter), 6 p.m., Free. Jack Grace Band (rock), 9 p.m., $5. Nastee (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $5.

51 MAIN: Dayve Huckett (jazz), 8 p.m., Free.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Stavros (house), 10 p.m., $5.

ON THE RISE BAKERY: Open Jazz Session with Dan Silverman, 8 p.m., Donations.

RUBEN JAMES: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 10:30 p.m., Free. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB: Supersounds DJ (Top 40), 10 p.m., Free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE: Appleseed Collective (bluegrass), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.

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CHARLIE O'S: That's What She Said, Bedeviled Eggs (indie), 10 p.m., Free. GREEN MOUNTAIN TAVERN: DJ Jonny P (Top 40), 9 p.m., $2. LANGDON STREET CAFÉ: Miriam Bernardo Band (rock), 9 p.m., Donations. PURPLE MOON PUB: James McSheffrey (acoustic), 8 p.m., Free.

CITY LIMITS: Top Hat Entertainment Dance Party (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Starline Rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 9 p.m., $3.

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BEE'S KNEES: Freddy & the Weeds (bluegrass), 7:30 p.m., Donations.

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MONOPOLE: Sinecure (rock), 10 p.m., Free. OLIVE RIDLEY'S: Benjamin Bright (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m., Free.

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1/2 LOUNGE: Dusty Jewels (acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. Flashback with DJs Rob Douglas & Moonflower (house), 10 p.m., Free.

RADIO BEAN: Joe Redding (singersongwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Flamenco Show, 8 p.m., Free. Jangover (jam), 10:15 p.m., Free. El Ka Bong (rock), midnight, Free.

BACKSTAGE PUB: Phil & the Blanks (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

RASPUTIN'S: Nastee (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

CLUB METRONOME: Retronome (’80s dance party), 10 p.m., $5.

RED SQUARE: DJ Raul (salsa), 5 p.m., Free. Kyle the Rider (country), 6 p.m., Free. Seny Daffe & Wontanara (world music), 9 p.m., $5. DJ A-Dog (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $5.

FRANNY O'S: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.

MOOG'S: The Hamiltones (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

THE GREEN ROOM: Bonjour-Hi! presents Mushpost (dubstep), 10 p.m., Free.

RIMROCKS MOUNTAIN TAVERN: Friday Night Frequencies with DJ Rekkon (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Fight Fest 6 (mixed martial arts), 8 p.m., $25/30/50. AA.

YE OLDE ENGLAND INNE: GMCF: Nathan Hartswick, Will Betts, Pat Lynch, Carole Vasta Folley, Mike Robideau, Jason P. Lorber, Tracie Spencer (standup), 8 p.m., $10/12.

JP'S PUB: Dave Harrison's Starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. MARRIOTT HARBOR LOUNGE: Flat Top Trio (acoustic), 8 p.m., Free.

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their role in the underground hit movie Swingers, BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY were at the forefront of the mid1990s swing revival. A decade and a half later, they remain genre torchbearers, fusing jazz, swing and Dixieland music through the zoot-suit-clad prism of a “little big band.” Wednesday, June 1, discerning hepcats and -kittens will want to kick up their heels when the band drops by the Tupelo Music Hall in White River Junction.

RED HEN BAKERY & CAFÉ: Ze Jazz (jazz), 1 p.m., Free.

ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Sturcrazie (rock), 9 p.m., Free. PARIMA MAIN STAGE: Remy De Laroque, Dan Strauss, Daydreamilla (folk rock), 7 p.m., $3. Seeds of Change: the Root Center Benefit (rock, hip-pop, folk), 10 p.m., $5.

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PURPLE MOON PUB: Dan Liptak Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., Free.

NECTAR'S: Jen Kearney (solo acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. Project Organ Trio, Jupitang (funk), 9 p.m., $5.

THE RESERVOIR RESTAURANT & TAP ROOM: A Fly Allusion (funk), 10 p.m., Free. TUPELO MUSIC HALL: The ManzarekRogers Band (rock), 8 p.m., $35/40. AA.

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51 MAIN: Loose Monkeys (rock), 9 p.m., Free. CITY LIMITS: Dance Party with DJ Earl (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free. ON THE RISE BAKERY: Joe Fiedler (jazz), 8 p.m., Donations. TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Cooper & Lavoie (blues), 8:30 p.m., Free.

northern

BEE'S KNEES: Open Mic, 7:30 p.m., Free.

RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB: The X-Rays (rock), 10 p.m., Free.

THE HUB PIZZERIA & PUB: Boatman's Lament (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE: Sarah Blacker, Dick Derry (folk), 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.

MOOG'S: Spider Roulette (rock), 9 p.m., Free.

VENUE: Darkhorse (country), 8 p.m., $5.

RIMROCKS MOUNTAIN TAVERN: DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.

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BIG PICTURE THEATER & CAFÉ: GMCF: Kathleen Kanz, Jake Feldman, John Lyons, Tracie Spencer, Colin Ryan, Martha Tormey (standup), 7:30 p.m., $12/15. 18+.

MONOPOLE: Sinecure (rock), 10 p.m., Free. TABU CAFÉ & NIGHTCLUB: All Night Dance Party with DJ Toxic (Top 40), 5 p.m., Free.

CHARLIE O'S: Mr. Yee, Tank, Brutally Honest, Hump Jones, Aleck Woog B-Day Bash (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. LANGDON STREET CAFÉ: Appleseed Collective (psych-folk), 1 p.m., Donations. Cirkestra (Gypsy), 8 p.m., $25/50/75/100.

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POSITIVE PIE 2: BossMan (reggae), 10:30 p.m., $3.

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1/2 LOUNGE: Tea Dance with DJs Rob Douglas & Moonflower (house), 4 p.m., Free. Funhouse with DJs Rob Douglas, Moonflower & Friends (house), 7 p.m., Free. Drag Bingo with the House of LeMay, 7 p.m., Free. CLUB METRONOME: Sunday Night Mass: Drop the Lime, Marc Remillard, Chris Pattison, DJ Haitian, Justin REM (house), 9 p.m., $10/15. 18+. DRINK: GMCF: Nathan Hartswick, Sam Pelletier, Natalie Miller, Colin Ryan, Matt Lindemer, Mike Thomas, Chad Smith (standup), 8 p.m., $10. MONTY'S OLD BRICK TAVERN: George Voland JAZZ: with Sabrina Brown, Mike Zsoldos and Dan Skea (jazz), 4:30 p.m., Free.

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RADIO BEAN: Old Time Sessions (old-time), 1 p.m., Free. Trio Gusto (gypsy jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Cirkestra (circus), 8 p.m., Free.

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BEE'S KNEES: Open Irish Session, 11 a.m., Free. Alan Greenleaf & the Doctor (folk), 7:30 p.m., Donations.

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starters, it opens almost exactly the same way as “One Sheet.” This time, though, the song is an attempt to spin a somber story about the hardships of the lower class. O’Day reels in his vocals in an attempt to match the song’s melancholia. Instead, he just sounds bored. All the feeling he had on the previous track is gone. The song meanders on until the outro — a minute of O’Day repeating the titular phrase, “Down in the basement.” One of the most inspired moments on the album is “Gone Forever.” While O’Day’s vocal performance still doesn’t quite match his intensity on the lead cut, the addition of Sarah Stovall’s violin makes the song. Rather than the pointless strings that are often added to the background of highly produced ballads, her playing is vibrant. Her lines dance around the guitar and keys, weaving in and out of the melody and lending the song a unique texture. The album closes with a ballad, “Wedding Bells.” While lines such as “I hear wedding bells / and I wish the best for you,” are delivered with enough sorrowful heart to make you want to hit the bottle immediately, the song

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On River City Rebels’ eighth album, Done With Love,, the band taps into a more classic-rock-influenced sound than its earlier punk canon, presumably to show how much the Vermontbased band has matured since 1999. Unfortunately, the results tend toward cliché, and the album doesn’t rock nearly as hard as one might expect, especially given the Rebels’ raucous back catalog. It’s a fun listen once or twice, but it gets old fast. The album gets off to a promising start on “One Sheet.” The saxophone lead and backing organ will make you want to drive fast with the windows down. Vocalist Dan O’Day grabs the spotlight and matches his bandmates’ urgency early on. It sounds like he’s singing with his entire body, putting everything he has into each line. When he howls, “Only the bowery knows what I’ve missed,” it truly feels as if the weight of his entire life is behind those words. The next track, “Down in the Basement,” highlights everything that is wrong on the record. For

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When last we left central-Vermontbased hepcat Lewis Franco, the songwriter and bandleader was thrilling the Baby Bjorn set with a charming little children’s record, Swingin’ in Daddyland. Nearly four years later, he’s back with a new effort, All in Stride. The album is a breezy exposition of mellow acoustic swing and often-cheeky hothouse jazz. While aimed toward more mature ears, it should still appeal to fans of all ages — especially if they were lucky enough to be weaned on records such as Daddyland. “Slapstick Comedy” opens the record and reintroduces Franco as both a gifted guitarist and delightfully likeable songwriter. His easy vocal delivery makes it seem as though he has an eternal Cheshire grin as he coos a playful melody around Dono Schabner’s slinky guitar line. To repeat, this ain’t no children’s album. “Desperate Buyers” would be one song parents may wish to keep clear of impressionable ears. A clever, if somewhat depressing, allegory centered on the seedy allure of prostitutes — yes, really — it’s probably best saved for after you’ve had “the talk” with junior. Well after. Still, it’s a finely conceived and executed tune that scores major bonus points for degree of thematic difficulty. Franco’s backing band, the Missing Cats, are as compelling as ever, which is to be expected given their collective pedigree. In addition to Schabner, Franco enlists the talents of gypsyjazz guru Will Patton, who shines on mandolin and resonator tenor guitar

throughout, in addition to adding pitch-perfect backing vocals. Justin Rose is typically solid holding down the low-end on upright bass. And “guest cat” Colin McCaffrey — who, not surprisingly, engineered the record — has some nice moments on backing vocals, as well as some superb string work on “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” and “Robinson Cemetery.” The latter tune is one of several examples highlighting Franco’s subtle songwriting gifts. While Daddyland was notable for his ability to make children’s music palatable for adult ears — which is no mean feat — here he reveals previously unseen nuance. Franco wrote all but three of the album’s 13 tracks and displays impressive versatility throughout. From tender melancholy on “Robinson Cemetery” to playful teasing on “Nickel and Dimin‘ Me to Death” and heartfelt longing on album closer “Stay With Me,” Franco proves he has depth to match his significant chops. Lewis Franco and the Missing Cats celebrate the release of All in Stride this Saturday with a show at the Montpelier Unitarian Church.

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PariMa aCouStiC lounge: community supported poetry with Trevien stanger, Darshana Bolt (poetry), 9 p.m., Free. raDio bean: The stephen callahan Quartet (jazz), 6 p.m., Free. Walt Whitman's 192nd Birthday party, 8 p.m., Free. Honky-Tonk sessions (honky-tonk), 10 p.m., $3. reD Square: upsetta international with super K (reggae), 8 p.m., Free.

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Charlie o'S: Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. SliDe brook loDge & tavern: Tattoo Tuesdays with Andrea (jam), 5 p.m., Free.

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51 Main: Quizz night (trivia), 7 p.m., Free.

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bee'S kneeS: carol Ann Jones (country), 7:30 p.m., Donations.

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the hub Pizzeria & Pub: Jim charonko (acoustic), 9 p.m., Free. Moog'S: Open mic/Jam night, 8:30 p.m., Free.

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1/2 lounge: Rewind with DJ craig mitchell, 10 p.m. Brett Hughes (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Franny o'S: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free.

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Monkey houSe: Lanthan mire, Doll Fight, metameric (rock), 9 p.m., $5. 18+. Lanthan mire Book Release party with metameric, Doll Fight! (punk), 9 p.m., $5.

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neCtar'S: metal mondays with nefarious Frenzy, swiftshire, Alive Well, Kairos (metal), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. on taP bar & grill: Open mic with Wylie, 7 p.m., Free.

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leunig'S biStro & CaFé: Live 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: north America (rock), 7 p.m., $5. 18+. Beat Vision with DJ Disco phantom (eclectic DJ), 9 p.m., $1. neCtar'S: Adam King (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Dangermuffin, Bear pickins (bluegrass), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. PariMa aCouStiC lounge: A Fly Allusion (funk), 9 p.m., $3.

raDio bean: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free. reD Square: ZDp Band presents massive mondates (rock), 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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Moog'S: seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 8 p.m., Free.

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1/2 lounge: cynthia Braren (singersongwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Turntable Tuesday with DJ Kanga (turntablism), 10 p.m., Free.

Club MetronoMe: Bass culture with DJs Jahson & nickel B (electronica), 9 p.m., Free. higher grounD ballrooM: neon Trees, the Limousines, Eastern conference champions (rock), 8 p.m., $15/17. AA. leunig'S biStro & CaFé: Juliet mcVicker (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. Monkey houSe: sarah stickle, canadian Lesbian Twins, steve Hartmann (singer-songwriters), 9 p.m., $5. 18+. Monty'S olD briCk tavern: Open mic, 6 p.m., Free. neCtar'S: peace and Justice center Fundraiser with parmaga (indie), 9 p.m., $5. on taP bar & grill: Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., Free.

raDio bean: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. irish sessions, 9 p.m., Free. reD Square: DJ cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free.

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big PiCture theater & CaFé: mark Lavoie (blues), 7:30 p.m., $5 donation. guSto'S: Open mic with John Lackard, 9 p.m., Free. tuPelo MuSiC hall: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (swing), 8 p.m., $40/45. AA.

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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. moog’S, Portland St., Morrisville, 851-8225. 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.

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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.

L.A.c.E., 159 N. Main St., Barre, 476-4276. LANgDoN StrEEt cAfé, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 223-8667. LocAL foLk SmokEhouSE, 9 Rt. 7, Waitsfield, 4965623. mAiN StrEEt griLL & bAr, 118 Main St., Montpelier, 223-3188. muLLigAN'S iriSh Pub, 9 Maple Ave., Barre, 479-5545. NuttY StEPh’S, 961C Rt. 2, Middlesex, 229-2090. PickLE bArrEL NightcLub, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035. PoSitiVE PiE 2, 20 State St., Montpelier, 229-0453. PurPLE mooN Pub, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422. thE rESErVoir rEStAurANt & tAP room, 1 S. Main St., Waterbury, 244-7827. SLiDE brook LoDgE & tAVErN, 3180 German Flats Rd., Warren, 583-2202. South StAtioN rEStAurANt, 170 S. Main St., Rutland, 775-1736. tuPELo muSic hALL, 188 S. Main St., White River Jct., 698-8341.

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“Red Flag, Contemporary Chinese Art in Montréal Collection” and “The Warrior Emperor & China’s Terracotta Army,” Montréal Museum of Fine Arts

wo compelling exhibitions Contemporary Chicurrently on view at the nese Art in Montréal Montréal Museum of Fine Collection,” reflects Arts bookend 2200 years of the current state Chinese culture. “The Warrior Em- of the visual arts in peror & China’s Terracotta Army” China. But all of this presents some of the amazing statues exhibit’s artists have of warriors created for the tomb of developed a strong China’s first emperor. The other show presence on the inis a contemporary exhibition focused ternational stage, as on the dynamic art scene of one of the well. world’s fastest-growing economies. Three 39-by-65Qin Shi Huang (who reigned from inch works from 221 to 206 BC) was known as a brutal “The Great Third ruler, but he did unify China and lay the Front,” a series of foundation for the nascent large-forsuperpower of the 21st cenmat, chrotury. Farmers digging a well mogenic in 1974 hit upon evidence of prints by Qin’s tomb, and archaeologists gradu- Chen Jiagang, are ally discovered the scope of a temple among the most rivcomplex that includes a life-size army eting pieces in the of some 8000 figures. Five of the war- show. Three beautiriors, a statue of a scholar and two life- ful women inconsize horses are on display in Montréal, gruously posed in along with dozens of other artifacts a harsh industrial from the period. landscape are the Each terra-cotta figure is a master- subjects of “The piece. To realize that thousands of Great Third Front the sculptures were created — Bridge.” Chen’s simply for burial is mind-bogcompositions gling. How does one fire hunare impeccable, his use of colors dreds of actual-size ceramic sparse. In this image, virtually the horses? The figures as they only color comes from the womappear today are shadows of en’s red scarves, reminiscent of their former selves. Their what students wore during Chiweapons and chariots na’s Cultural Revolution. have disappeared over That subtle reference to the time, and the bright abuses of Chairman Mao aplacquer with which pears again in “The Great each was originally Third Front — Frosted painted dissolved Dormitory.” Three women, upon excavation as again looking like fashit met the air. The ion models turned into museum’s exhibit is workers, populate beautifully designed; the scene, one each mirrors surrounding at street level and the major figures reon first- and secondflect each other infifloor balconies of the nitely, evoking the rows dormitory. Chen makes use of individuals in the emof deep perspective, which allows peror’s army. Shipping these the building to dwarf the figures ancient pieces without and create a mood of isolation breakage is itself a sigand desolation in the urban Kneeling Attendant, landscape. nificant feat. Han dynasty The Gao Brothers, Zhen The modern and Qiang, are a pair of show, “Red Flag,

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IS MIND-BOGGLING. presenting nude figures crowded together in tight boxes like curios. China is a nation of more than a billion, and in the Gaos’ image, packed-in people lose their individuality. “Garden Rock,” from Zhan Wang’s “Floating Stones” series, is a large sculpture of burnished steel that’s both elegant and graceful. While the organic shape is reminiscent of the works of

Henry Moore and Jean Arp, it more directly refers to the naturally occurring “scholar’s rocks” of China. The allusion suggests the piece is meant to be contemplative, but it’s tinged with irony, since “Garden Rock” is far from the traditional ideal, as well as more massive. Emperor Qin Shi Huang craved immortality, and though his corpse putrefied in summer heat before its interment, the emperor ultimately achieved his goal. His massive tomb, and the nation he forged behind the Great Wall — another of Qin’s achievements — may well last forever. The visual-art sensibility in China, however, like that the world over, continues to evolve. M A R C AWO D EY

“Red Flag, Contemporary Chinese Art in Montréal Collection,” through June 5; and “The Warrior Emperor & China’s Terracotta Army,” through June 26. Montréal Museum of Fine Arts. mbam.qc.ca

Art ShowS

ongoing burlington area

'A VisuAl FeAst': Food-themed artworks by more than 20 local artists are presented in conjunction with Seven Days' Vermont Restaurant week and curated by seAbA. Through May 28 at backspace gallery in burlington. info, 578-2512. Alison goodwin: "Returning home," charcoal drawings and paintings. Curated by seAbA. Through May 30 at seAbA Center in burlington. info, 859-9222. 'All things Must PAss': Figurative works on paper by estefania puerta; black-and-white photographs by ben Aleshire; and wood and linoleum carvings by Francis Cannon. Through June 6 at speaking Volumes in burlington. info, 540-0107. AMeriCorPs Volunteers show: Artwork by volunteers serving in antipoverty projects around burlington. Through May 31 at City Market in burlington. info, 861-9700. Ann street BAiley: "The 11th Dimension/ shift in Realism: Cosmic Abstracts," acrylic, oil and mixed-media works inspired by astrophysics, string theory and the universe as a symphonic cosmos. Through May 31 at Red square in burlington. info, 310-3211. 'Art in the windows': Retailers display juried artwork in their shop windows as part of Art's Alive's 25th annual Festival of Fine Art. June 1 through 30 at Church street Marketplace in burlington. info, 864-1557. '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. Bonnie ACker: "Color speaks," oil paintings, pastels, woodcuts and paper collages that celebrate the Vermont landscape. Through June 1 at Furchgott sourdiffe gallery in shelburne. info, 985-3848.

CCV student Art show: Acrylic paintings, drawings, photography, graphic design, pottery and sculpture, in the First Floor gallery. Through May 30 at Community College of Vermont in winooski. info, 654-0513.

50th AnnuAl Art in the PArk FestiVAls: Art in the park will be held August 13 and 14 and october 8 and 9. if you are an artisan who handcrafts unique products, there is still time to apply for space in this juried show. space will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. no applications will be accepted after July 5 for the August show or after september 5 for the october show. Visit the Chaffee Art Center website — chaffeeartcenter.org — for information and to download an application. info, 747-7900. ABstrACt PhotogrAPhy: phoTosTop gallery is seeking abstract photographs for the exhibition “light-struck: Abstract photography Today.” Juror: ellen Carey. info, photostopvt.com, 6980320, photostopvt@gmail.com. CAll to Artists: A fine-art festival that caters to Vermont artists! Jeffersonville, saturday, August 13. Deadline: May 31. info, artsfestvt.com. CAll to Artists The Fletcher Free library in burlington is seeking artist renderings of the library for a juried exhibit in september 2011, featuring selected works about the library by regional artists. we are looking for a creative take on the library’s visage, be it the bricks and mortar or the books and mats of storytime. one piece will be chosen by jurors to receive a cash prize. email entries to bshatara@ ci.burlington.vt.us. Deadline: July 25. info: 865-7211. CAll to Vt woodworkers The Vermont Fine Furniture & wood products Design Competition for Vermont students, apprentices and professionals will be hosted at the 2011 Annual Vermont Fine Furniture & woodworking Festival. woodworkers will display their finest work for judging by industry professionals. You may exhibit or sell only those pieces. For more information and to download a registration form, please visit vermontwoodfestival.org, write to info@vermontwood.com or call the VwMA office at 747-7900.

FlAMingo Fling! The southern bird flies again! Twenty flamingos are available for artists’ interpretation to benefit seAbA for this year’s Flamingo Fling and annual meeting at the soda plant. pick up a flamingo at the seAbA Center, 404 pine street, Monday through wednesday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Decorate and bring back by June 8 for participation in the event. info, seaba.com, 859-9222. roAd triP! Photo exhiBit A road trip is synonymous with nostalgia. show us the photographic moments you’ve captured that will inspire our next trip. submission deadline: July 19. submissions@ vermontphotospace.com. seeking donAtions For Art100 ART100 is an “everyone wins” raffle of original art. River Arts needs your donation of original artwork to make this event a success. A $100 ticket entitles two people to attend the event, enjoy delicious, hearty appetizers, listen to live jazz music and choose an original, handmade work of art with a value of at least $100 as numbers are randomly drawn. event will be saturday, June 11, at 6 p.m. To donate, contact lauren philie, 888-1261 or lauren@ riverarts.org. the Art oF networking networking Art event for Vermont Artists on June 16; showcase your work of any medium and meet with other artists during the seAbA annual meeting at the soda plant. Drop-off, benefits and entry info at spacegalleryvt.com. submission forms are also available in the s.p.A.C.e. gallery, 266 pine street, Thursday through saturday, 11-4 p.m. Deadline: June 10. unBound: Book Art show: Art using the book as a material or format. Cash prizes. submission guidelines: ArtisTree-gallery.com; Adrian, 457-3500. Deadline: June 27. write ABout Art! write for Vermont Art Zine, an all-volunteer effort promoting the visual arts statewide. janetvanfleet@fairpoint. net, marcawodey@mac.com.

tAlks & eVents ‘listen to your Art’: Art students display their work in an annual showcase. Thursday, May 26, 6 p.m., Montpelier high school. info, 522-4983. 19th oPen studio weekend: hundreds of Vermont artists and artisans open their work spaces to visitors for this statewide Memorial Day weekend event organized by the Vermont Crafts Council. Download a free map with directions at vermontcrafts.com. saturday and sunday, May 28 and 29, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., various locations statewide. info, 223-3380. BCA ArtlAB resident esteFAniA PuertA: The burlington artist, who focuses on portraiture and magic realism, hosts an open studio session. saturday, May 28, 2-5 p.m., bCA Center, burlington. info, 865-7166. gAlA oPening: Celebrate the transformation of the former grist mill into an art gallery with music, food and the work of more than 60 Vermont artists. saturday, May 28, 5-7 p.m., Miller’s Thumb gallery, greensboro. info, 533-2045. kAthleen sAwyer: The artist opens up her studio for her annual sale, featuring original art, cards and antique treasures. saturday, May 28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., local wisdom Cards, stowe. info, 253-2696. seCond AnnuAl reMeMBrAnCe CeleBrAtion For stePhen huneCk: Celebrate the artist's life with live music, dancing and a potluck picnic. Dogs welcome. sunday, May 29, noon-3 p.m., Dog Mountain, st. Johnsbury. info, 800-449-2580. uPPer VAlley grouP MurAl ProJeCt: A pair of 11-foot primed boards await the writing, painting, collage or graffiti of upper Valley 15- to 20-year-olds with something to say. Tuesday through Friday, May 31 through June 3, 2-8 p.m., The Junction: listen's Teen lifeskills Center, white River Junction. info, 295-2612.

'digitAl ConCePt/ digitAl ConstruCt': Digitally manipulated photographs that raise the question "Do truth and lies exist in digital art photography?" Through May 29 at Vermont photo space gallery in essex Junction. info, 777-3686.

genese grill: "Aphrodisiacal Anagoges," egg-tempera paintings and mixed-media works exploring the heights of spiritual and romantic ecstasy and the depths of memory and darkness. Through May 31 at block gallery in winooski. info, 863-4649.

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JACkie MAngione: "The south end industrial watercolor series" and work by the painter's students. Through May 31 at Jackie Mangione studio in burlington. info, 598-1504. JAne Ann kAntor: "Vermont urban Folk Art," bold acrylic paintings inspired by the landscape. June 1 through 30 at Red square in burlington. info, 318-2438.

lynA lou nordstroM: prints full of soft color and subtle texture by the Vermont artist. Through July 14 at walkover gallery & Concert Room in bristol. Reception: Friday, May 27, 6-8 p.m. ‘reViVed, reCyCled, renewed’: Artwork inspired by the revival of old traditions or created from reclaimed or recycled materials, such as billboards, zippers, a kitchen countertop, bottle caps and license plates. Through June 30 at Art on Main in bristol. Reception: Friday, May 27, 5-7 p.m. info, 453-4032. dAVe sChMidt: “Vermont in black and white,” photographs by the Vermont artist at 156 The loft in burlington. Reception: Friday, May 27, 5-9 p.m. info, 497-4401. AliCiA ABrAhAMson: “ever branching,” tree-inspired artwork in a variety of media. May 28 through June 15 at studio V in Vergennes. Reception: saturday, May 28, 6-8 p.m. info, 349-2214. ‘FroM the PAge’s edge: wAter in literAture And Art’: Contemporary paintings inspired by water and literature, including the poetry of uVM professor Daniel lusk. May 29 through June 26 at lake Champlain Maritime Museum in Vergennes. Reception: sunday, May 29, 2-4 p.m. info, 475-2022. 'MyriAd Visions': A display of all-steel, customized and modified, pre-world war ii Ford automobiles accompanies work by established northeast Kingdom artists. May 29 through July 3 at white water gallery in east hardwick. A reception features tapas and a musical performance by the parsnips: sunday, May 29, 4-7 p.m. info, 563-2037.

JAnet FrederiCks: paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 15 at Marilyn's in burlington. info, 658-4040. John BriCkels: "used Cars," vintage pedal cars retrofitted with stoneware clay trompe l'oeil mechanical parts. Through May 31 at brickels gallery in burlington. info, 825-8214. 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 unplanned. Curated by seAbA. Through May 30 at pine street Deli in burlington. info, 793-8482.

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gAry hAll: black-and-white photographs, skyway; lorrAine MAnley: Acrylic paintings, gates 1 & 2; stePhen BeAttie: Color photography, escalator. Through June 30 at burlington Airport in south burlington. info, 865-7166.

‘glow: liVing lights’: explore the ecology of bioluminescence with activities and live specimens, from the familiar firefly and glowworm to the alien-looking angler fish and siphonophore, the longest living creature on earth. Through september 5 at eCho lake Aquarium and science Center/leahy Center for lake Champlain in burlington. info, 877-324-6386.

‘Art MAkes BrAndon tiCk’: This year’s townwide art project features artist-created, functional clocks, which will be auctioned off in october to benefit the bAg. May 27 through october 8 at brandon Artists’ guild. Reception: Friday, May 27, 5:30-8 p.m. info, 247-4956.

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Christy MitChell: "The Tile project, Art for the Masses," tiles from building sites embellished with paint, marker and paper from vintage children's books. Through May 28 at s.p.A.C.e. gallery in burlington. info, 578-2512.

dJ BArry: “primary imaginations ii,” acrylic paintings. Through June 17 at The skinny pancake in burlington. info, 461-5814.

Chittenden County high sChool seniors' Art show: Artwork by students about to graduate. Through May 25 at Art's Alive gallery in burlington. Reception: wednesday, May 25, 6-8 p.m.

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ChAMPlAin VAlley Photo slAM: work by professional and amateur Champlain Valley photographers. May 31 through June 17 at Vermont photo space gallery in essex Junction. info, 777-3686. Children's Pet PortrAits: paintings by children of their favorite animals. An online auction of the work benefits the humane society of Chittenden County. Through May 31 at Davis studio in burlington. info, 425-2700.

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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.

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Karen Dawson: "Twenty Five Years Later," paintings by the Vermont artist whose work was shown on the same walls a quarter century ago. Through May 30 at The Daily Planet in Burlington. Info, 865-1208. Karen Dawson: "A Look Back," paintings and drawings that explore cubism and abstraction as processes to find fundamental unifying structure, in the First Floor Gallery; Isaac wasucK: "The Quilt Project," mixed-media paintings inspired by a 1960s book of traditional American needlework patterns, in the Second Floor Gallery. May 31 through July 28 at Community College of Vermont in Winooski. Info, 654-0513. KatharIne MontstreaM: "Into the Intervale," oil paintings of Burlington's sustainable farmlands, trails and river. June 1 through 30 at SEABA Center in Burlington. Info, 859-9222. KeI egan: Magnetic and traditional paper-glue collages inspired by childhood, aviation, spirituality and time. Through June 30 at Nunyuns Bakery & Café in Burlington. Info, 683-8804. Laura eL-tantawy: "I'll Die For You," a symbolic exploration of the epidemic of farmer suicides in rural India, featuring close-up photographs of farmers' skin juxtaposed against details from the landscape. May 27 through July 5 at Reciprocity Studio in Burlington. Info, 318-8594. LIsa LILLIbrIDge: Mixed-media work on wood. Through June 30 at Metropolitan Gallery, Burlington City Hall. Info, 865-7166. 'LocK, stocK anD barreL: the terry tyLer coLLectIon of VerMont fIrearMs': The 106 firearms on display represent a lifetime of collecting and document the history of gunmaking in Vermont from 1790 to 1900; 'PaPerworK In 3D': Work by 25 contemporary origami, cut-paper and book artists; 'behInD the Lens, unDer the bIg toP': Black-and-white circus photography from the late-1960s by Elliot Fenander. Through October 30 at Shelburne Museum. Info, 985-3346. MarnI McKItrIcK & LaureL fuLton: "Spring Impressions," flowers and landscapes in acrylic, oil and pastel. Through May 31 at Shelburne Vineyard. Info, 985-8222. MeMber show: Artwork by members and students. Through June 3 at Shelburne Art Center. Info, 985-3648.

MIcheLLe saffran & erIK rehMan: "Searchers," a photographic journey by Saffran, and "Eclectic," sculpture and drawings by Rehman. Through June 24 at Flynndog in Burlington. Info, 363-4746.

Peter robInson sMIth: Handmade high-relief mesh screen sculptures inspired by Austrian painter Egon Schiele. Through May 31 at Salaam in Burlington. Info, 658-8822.

roger coLeMan: Art Affair by Shearer presents acrylic and mixed-media paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 30 at Shearer Chevrolet in South Burlington. Info, 373-2321. 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.

'the VoIce Project': Drawings, paintings, sculpture and writing by children with incarcerated family members, in the Pickering Room. Through May 31 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Info, 865-7211. toM cuLLIns: "Photophoto +," advertising photographs distorted by reflection or shadow. Through June 15 at Artspace 106 at The Men's Room in Burlington. Info, 864-2088. Vsa VerMont coMMunIty garDen exhIbIt: A garden made of papier-mâché, cardboard armatures and found objects by HowardCenter artists, in the Fletcher Room. Through May 27 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Info, 865-7211. 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. 'worKs of the founDers': Acrylics, oils, installation and up-cycled whimsy by Kimberley Hannaman Taylor, Maya Urbanowicz and Ren Weiner, the artists responsible for the new collective. Through May 31 at The Firefly Collective in Burlington. Info, 660-0754. Zoë barracano: Painterly photographs of New York City and other U.S. locations. Through May 31 at August First in Burlington. Info, 323-666-2425.

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'a ceLebratIon of grace': Paintings and drawings by more than 20 self-taught artists. Through July 17 at T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-8743. annIe tIberIo caMeron: "In the Abstract," photographs that combine keen observation with a strong emotional connection to the natural world. Photo ID required for admission. Through May 31 at Governor's Office Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749. 'art anD PLay: buILDIng wIth bLocKs': Block sculptures created by visitors from the open-ended toys of Burlington-based company Learning Materials Workshop. Through June 5 at ArtisTree Community Arts Center & Gallery in Woodstock. Info, 862-8399. arthur Zorn: "Blooms Into Spring," acrylic representational abstract impressions. Through May 30 at The Skinny Pancake in Montpelier. Info, 229-4431. brIan D. cohen: "Retrospective," work by the printmaker and founder of artist book publisher Bridge Press. Through May 31 at Two Rivers Printmaking Studio in White River Junction. Info, 295-5901. centraL VerMont art resource assocIatIon show: Work by more than 20 member artists. Through June 3 at City Center in Montpelier. Info, 229-6718. CENTRAL VERMONT ART SHOWS

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sPrIng exhIbItIon: Seasonal work by Essex Art League members. Through May 30 at Phoenix Books in Essex. Info, 872-7111.

'the roaD Less traVeLeD': Artwork by Rock Point School students. Through May 29 at Rose Street Artists' Co-op in Burlington. Info, 863-1104.

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rIcK Marcotte centraL schooL stuDent show: Artwork by kindergarteners through fifth graders. Through May 31 at Barnes & Noble in South Burlington. Info, 864-8001.

'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.

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MontshIre MuseuM benches: Vermont artisans created five unusual benches for the museum's woodland garden. Through May 31 at Frog Hollow in Burlington. Info, 863-6458.

susan abbott & coLIn arIsMan: "The Colors of the Batey," paintings and photographs that draw attention to the issues facing Haitians in the Dominican Republic. Through May 31 at Livak Room, Davis Center, UVM, in Burlington. Info, 656-3131.

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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.

sPrIng featureD artIsts: Work by Peter Weyrauch, Shayne Lynn, Karen Henderson, Katie Brines, Stephen Beattie, Amanda Vella, Tom Cullins, Lynn Rupe and Bill Wolff. Through June 30 at Maltex Building in Burlington. Info, 865-7166.

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Christine hartman: Paintings and mixed-media collage by the Vermont artist. Through June 30 at Montpelier City Hall. Info, 229-9416. Daisy roCkwell: "Political Animal," acrylic and tempera paintings by the granddaughter of Norman Rockwell. Through July 1 at Main Street Museum in White River Junction. Info, 295-6370. DaviD smith: Lyrical landscapes by the Peacham artist. Through June 30 at Vermont Supreme Court Lobby in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749.

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emily Johansen: "Here and There," watercolor scenes of Vermont and Maine. Through May 31 at Capitol Grounds in Montpelier. Info, 426-3411.

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'From the GarDen to the Forest': Paintings of the natural world by Anne Unangst, Cindy Griffith and Marcia Hill. Through June 30 at Red Hen Bakery & Café in Middlesex. Info, 223-3591.

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annual members' show: An eclectic mix of techniques and media by sculptors of all levels. Through June 26 at Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in West Rutland. Info, 438-2087. bill ramaGe: "A Centripetal Photo Project: An Installation: The GITF Piece: The Men's Group," a large-scale work featuring self-portraits in graphite and biomorphic drawings in colored pencil. Through June 20 at Gallery in-the-Field in Brandon. Info, 247-0145. 'DisCoverinG Community stuDent exhibition': Student-produced audio, photography, video and multimedia projects offer a portrait of learning inside and out of the classroom. Created in collaboration with the Vermont Folklife Center’s statewide educational outreach program. Through June 3 at Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury. Info, 388-4964.

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. harriet wooD: "For the Love of Paint," new paintings. Through May 31 at The Drawing Board in Montpelier. Info, 456-8708. JenniFer Perellie: Floral works made with watercolors, pastels and tissue paper. Through May 31 at Big Picture Theater & Café in Waitsfield. Info, 496-8994. katrina moJzesz: "Sensitive to Light," photographs of and journal excerpts about the artist's solo cross-country camping trips. Through July 8 at Tunbridge Public Library. Info, 889-9404. keith Johnson: "The Photograph: Extended," sequences and assemblages, often arranged on a grid, by the acclaimed photographer. Through May 31 at PHOTOSTOP in White River Junction. Info, 698-0320. 6h-Conant-052511.indd 1

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krista Cheney: "Moments With Nature," still-life photographs. June 1 through July 31 at The Shoe Horn at Onion River in Montpelier. Info, artwhirled23@yahoo.com. mark GooDwin: "An Introduction," sculpture and drawing by the artist who recently moved to Vermont from New Mexico. Through May 29 at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Info, 767-9670.

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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. Phil GoDensChwaGer: "Scattered Art," cartoons, prints and stained-glass works by the Randolph artist. Through June 5 at Korongo Gallery in Randolph. Info, 728-6788.

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Phyllis Chase: Colorful landscapes and interiors by the Vermont artist, in the portico between Cornell Library and Debevoise Hall. Through August 5 at Vermont Law School Environmental Law Center in South Royalton. Info, 831-1106.

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'reFuGe': Sanctuary-themed work in a variety of media, in the Main Floor Gallery; susan m. russell: A retrospective of the late artist's work, in the Second and Third Floor Galleries. Through June 4 at Studio Place Arts in Barre. Info, 479-7069.

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Each Memorial Day weekend for the last 19 years, artists and artisans across the state have welcomed the public into their studios to catch a glimpse of their creative process. With more participating studios than any other Vermont town this year, Brandon is worth the trip. Check out the Granary on Union Street, where you’ll find, among many others, Linda Durkee and her colorful collages, Patty Sgrecci working on ethereal mobiles, and Coliene

robin lahue: "Oil and Water Do Mix," water-based oil paintings. Through May 31 at O'Maddi's Deli & Café in Northfield. Info, 485-7770.

Moore creating silver and gold jewelry.

'sPirits in the material worlD': Work in a variety of media by area artists. Through June 19 at Nuance Gallery in Windsor. Info, 674-9616.

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'survivinG to thrivinG: realization oF asPirations, hoPe anD Potential': Work by clients of the Art Therapy Association of Vermont. Through May 31 at Vermont Statehouse Cafeteria in Montpelier. Info, 434-4834.

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'the art oF Creative aGinG': The Central Vermont Council on Aging's juried show of artwork seniors have created since their 70th birthdays. Through June 30 at Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier. Info, 476-2681.

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Alternately, scoot up to the Northeast of Greensboro’s Miller’s Thumb Gallery. studio doors will be flung wide open. Take advantage of it. For a full list of Pictured: “Fields of Midnight Memory” by Vanessa Compton.

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SCOTT FUNK: "Vermont Through the Seasons," photographs by the Vermont artist. June 1 through August 31 at Gallery 160 in Richmond. Info, 434-6434. T.J. CUNNINGHAM: "Winterworks," new paintings by the local artist. Through June 30 at The Art House in Middlebury. Info, 458-0464. 'TAKING FLIGHT': Bird-themed artwork by Susan Raber Bray, Ray Hudson, Carol MacDonald, Liza Myers, Gary Starr and Adelaide Tyrol. Through June 19 at Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, in Middlebury. Info, 388-1436. '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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ELLEN WELCH GRANTER: "Flight and Light," paintings of birds in lush hues with a hint of a Chinese CMY aesthetic. Through July 10 at Green Mountain Fine K Art Gallery in Stowe. Info, 253-1818.

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weren’t a bird lover before stepping into the Jackson Gallery at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater this month, you may well be one afterward. Adelaide Tyrol’s creatures, painted with sumi ink on paper, sweep their powerful wings against otherworldly skies. Carol MacDonald’s monoprints feature gnarly beaked crows and bald eagles guarding nests that appear to be made of wispy flames. Susan Raber Bray incorporates dark, roosting birds into her Etruscan-inspired ceramics. With the carved wooden decoys of Gary Starr, woodblock prints by Ray Hudson and paintings by Liza Myers, the show Pictured: “Flight” by Adelaide Tyrol.

'FAIRFIELD PORTER RAW: THE CREATIVE PROCESS OF AN AMERICAN MASTER': Finished and unfinished works by the artist and critic, a realist during an era when abstraction dominated American art. Through August 7 at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Info, 443-6433.

RICHARD HAESSLER & MELISSA O'BRIEN: Photographs: "American Landscapes," by Haessler; "Other People, Other Places," by O'Brien. Through May 31 at Abel & Lovely in Charlotte. Info, 425-2345. SANDY MAYO: "Square Paintings," abstract work informed by nature, architecture, music and the unknown. Through June 28 at Brandon Artists' Guild. Info, 247-4956.

JUNE ARTISTS: Stained glass by Karen Scheffler, photography by Maggy Young, mixed-media work by Nancy Hayden and paintings by Leeza Mossey. June 1 through 30 at Artist in Residence Cooperative Gallery in Enosburg Falls. Info, 933-6403. KATHERINE STEVENS: Photography by the Stowe native. June 1 through 30 at Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee in Stowe. Info, 279-4239.

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LISA DIAMONDSTEIN: Photographs that capture a moment in time. Through June 27 at Claire's Restaurant & Bar in Hardwick. Info, 472-7053. 'MAGIC CARPETS: THE RUGMAKER'S ART': Hooked, braided and hand-felted pieces by some of Vermont's finest rug makers. Through June 15 at Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury. Info, 748-0158. 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. MAY EXHIBIT: Work by jeweler Holly Spier, pastel artist Genie Rybicki-Judkins, and painters Corliss Blakely and Rebecca Anne Bennett. Through May 31 at Artist in Residence Cooperative Gallery in Enosburg Falls. Info, 933-6403. PEG RACINE: Serene Vermont landscapes. Through June 26 at Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. Info, 644-5100. STUDENT ART SHOW: Selected works by Stowe and Morrisville students, in the East Gallery; more student work displayed in various downtown Stowe locations and along the recreation path. Through May 29 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-8358. 'THE ENDANGERED ALPHABETS PROJECT': Alphabets headed for extinction — those that are no longer taught in schools or used in commerce or government — are carved into slabs of Vermont curly maple. Through May 27 at Bent Northrop Memorial Library in Fairfield. Info, 827-3945.

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LORI HINRICHSEN: "Familiar Ground," monotypes, intaglios and photography inspired by nature. Through June 30 at Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington. Info, 434-2167.

JUDY DALES: "Curves in Motion," quilted wall hangings that feature layers of curves and subtle shifts in color; THE PEOPLES ACADEMY STUDENT ART EXHIBIT: Work from the visual arts program (through June 1). At River Arts Center in Morrisville. Info, 888-1261.

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'HUMAN = LANDSCAPE: AESTHETICS OF A CARBON-CONSTRAINED FUTURE': A selection from the 2009 exhibit created by Burlington City Arts, including Nancy Dwyer and Caroline Byrne’s furniture made from Styrofoam packing materials, and R. Elliot Katz's cast plaster oil-industry portraits. Through June 18 at Chaffee Art Center in Rutland. Info, 775-0356.

JACOB MARTIN: Illustrations inspired by cartoons, old video games and cheap yard-sale junk. Through July 10 at Bee's Knees in Morrisville. Info, 586-8078.

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TERRY JENOURE & LAUREL HAUSLER: Jenoure presents “Abuela’s Last Wedding,” a mixed-media installation celebrating pivotal personal moments, and Hausler contributes new oil paintings. Through June 28 at Gallery in the Woods in Brattleboro. Info, 257-4777.

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et’s begin with the upside: Mel Gibson is convincing as Walter Black, a troubled alcoholic whose life has fallen apart. This may have something to do with the fact that the actor is a troubled alcoholic whose life has fallen apart. Gibson has received praise for his performance from numerous reviewers, but I have to say I didn’t find it that impressive a stretch. The Beaver ranks with the strangest movies ever made, and not just because of the plot’s oddness. Written by Kyle Killen and directed by Jodie Foster, the film offers a story of ruin and redemption that’s simultaneously offbeat and Hallmark Channel familiar. Walter is depressed. When we first meet him, he’s a listless husk, a once-successful toy manufacturer whose company is on the brink of bankruptcy due to neglect. He no longer possesses the will even to go to the office, instead hiding in bed day and night. He walks mute among his family like a suburban ghost. We’re given virtually no background information on his condition, but it’s appar-

ently been going on for a long time. His wife — played most unconvincingly by Foster — is at the end of her rope. His young son (Riley Thomas Stewart) misses him. His teenaged son (Anton Yelchin) despises him. After he’s ordered to move out, Walter dredges a hand puppet out of a Dumpster (OK, happens all the time) and makes a drunken attempt to commit suicide in his hotel room. He wakes to find the beaver puppet on his left hand barking orders in a Cockney accent. Again, no explanation for the English alter ego. Or for Walter’s instant revitalization. As long as he wears the puppet and lets it do the talking, he’s a dynamo of corporate efficiency, fatherly attentiveness and husbandly devotion. Is it a miracle? A magical intercession? A breakthrough in psychotherapy? Take your pick. The movie’s creators never get around to doing so. Almost as hard to swallow is how quickly and unquestioningly Walter’s wife takes him back. Of course, if she didn’t, we’d never be treated to the spectacle of Gibson, Foster and the beaver engaged in a three-way. The film-

makers seem unsure of what they’re trying to get at in this movie much of the time, but it’s clear they wanted to sear that image into our brains. The story continues on its preposterous and pointless trajectory while periodically shifting focus from Walter’s problems to those of his older son, an angry young man, though not a particularly interesting one. His idea of therapy is banging a hole clean through a bedroom wall with his head. He fears becoming a nut-job like his dad, but it might be a little late to start fretting about that. The Beaver is all over the place, a muddle of mismatched tones and half-thoughtthrough themes. One minute it’s a psychodrama; the next, it’s a black comedy. At one point it shoots for media-age satire (with Matt Lauer attentively listening to Walter’s

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Depp hastened to assure EW readers that the fourth film, which his Jack Sparrow character dominates without competition from the lovebirds played by Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley, would make more sense. It does, but not to much purpose. Directed by Rob Marshall this time, On Stranger Tides plays like a clip show of Sparrow’s greatest hits (here he is petulant! seductive! sneaky! secretly good hearted!) crossed with a treasure-hunting video game. This time, the goal is the fabled Fountain of Youth. The Spanish and British are racing to find it, with returning heavy Captain Hector Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) helming King George’s ship. Also on the trail are new heavy Blackbeard (Ian McShane), his zombie minions, and his swashbuckling first mate and daughter, Angelica (Penélope Cruz). She has a never-fleshed-out amorous history with Sparrow, on the basis of which the two stars trade weak innuendos after she forcibly enlists him to guide her crew to the prize. As in a game, reaching this goal involves fighting monsters and rivals, obtaining talismans and remembering silly “ritual” instructions. What it doesn’t involve is anything of emotional consequence, anything that sticks to the characters and changes them. The closest the film comes to genuine fear and

born-again life philosophy). At another, it detours without warning into torture porn territory. The final scenes seem grafted on from a feel-good TV drama. Needless to say, it’s not Foster’s finest hour and a half as a director. If there’s a moral to this train wreck of a story, it’s Don’t make a movie about a talking toy unless you have something to say. RICK KISONAK

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Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides ★★

f James Dean were alive today, he would probably be playing some twitchy-but-lovable detective or superhero or pirate in a never-ending summer-movie franchise. Method actors used to stay in their territory (indie films and prestige dramas, the theater), while action stars had theirs (summer and holiday blockbusters). Now, thanks to Johnny Depp and Robert Downey Jr., everything is mixed up. “Edgy, volatile and fey,” it turns out, is highly marketable when you put an Iron Man suit or some eyeliner on it. Dean could have made millions from action-figure sales and been nominated for Oscars — just ask James Franco. To retain their hipster cred, all these thespians need do is assume an attitude of ironic disaffection toward (but never outright disdain for) their lucrative gigs. Depp didn’t seem to be worried about losing his when he recently admitted to Entertainment Weekly that he hadn’t bothered to watch the completed second and third Pirates of the Caribbean installments — nor, in fact, was he sure what happened in them. “I remember talking to [director Gore Verbinski] at certain points during production of 2 or 3, and saying: ‘I don’t really know what this means.’” he told the magazine. “He said, ‘Neither do I, but let’s just shoot it.’”

PUPPET MASTER Gibson plays a troubled family man who winds up taking orders from a toothy toy.

COMIN’ AT YA McShane demonstrates to all doubters that the fourth Pirates flick was shot in 3-D.

wonder is a scene where Blackbeard’s crew baits a flock of lovely, vicious mermaids. But that, too, quickly becomes just an action jumble. Hard-core fans of the Pirates series won’t be disappointed by this outing, and they might retort that emotional weight is the enemy of anarchic fun. But anarchic fun stretched over four two-hour-plus epics becomes ... less fun, and Depp has shown he can use his manic side more productively. The animated lizards and rodents of Rango, his most recent collaboration with Verbinski, had more believable and consistent characterizations than Sparrow and Angelica do here.

There’s an irony at the heart of these pirate movies, with their character actors afflicted with bad skin and faux-Shakespearean dialogue (“I be placed in a bewilderment”); their computer-animated supernatural critters; their busy action setpieces. “I don’t know what this means; let’s just shoot it” pretty much sums up the filmmakers’ approach, and Jack Sparrow would applaud their improvisatory spirit. But all this devil-may-care, neo-vaudeville energy results in a reliably bankable, remarkably uniform Disney product. We live in a world where a writhing Method actor in eyeliner has become boring, and that’s just sad. M A R G O T HA R R I S O N

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tHE HANGoVER pARt ii: If you think a rude awakening from a night of debauchery like the one depicted in hit comedy The Hangover could happen only once to the same guys, you’d be wrong. This time, Stu (Ed Helms) is the one getting married, and the weirdness starts in Bangkok. With Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Justin Bartha. Todd Phillips directed. (102 min, R. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy, Stowe, Sunset, Welden) KUNG FU pANDA 2: Kung-fu-fighting panda Po (voiced by Jack Black) has to defeat a threat to his beloved martial art in this sequel to the DreamWorks animated hit. Angelina Jolie, Seth Rogen and Dustin Hoffman also do voice work. Jennifer Yuh directed. (91 min, PG. Big Picture, Bijou, Essex [3-D], Majestic [3-D], Marquis, Palace, Paramount, Stowe, Sunset, Welden) poticHE: Catherine Deneuve plays a pampered 1970s housewife who discovers she likes taking charge when she steps in to resolve a union dispute at her husband’s factory in this feel-good French farce. With Fabrice Luchini and Gérard Depardieu. François (8 Women) Ozon directed. (103 min, R. Roxy) X-mEN: FiRSt clASS: The comic-book-based franchise continues to plumb its characters’ origins. James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender are Professor Xavier and Magneto back in Cold War days, and Jennifer Lawrence, January Jones and Nicholas Hoult play other young mutant superheroes. Matthew (Kick-Ass) Vaughn directed. (140 min, PG-13; midnight showing at Essex on 6/2)

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tHE BEAVERHH Mel Gibson plays a family man who battles depression by communicating solely through a beaver puppet in this one-of-a-kind comedy-drama from director Jodie Foster, who also plays his wife. With Anton Yelchin and Jennifer Lawrence. (91 min, PG-13. Palace) BRiDESmAiDSHHHH1/2 Can a wedding-centric comedy from a female point of view be ... funny? Director Paul Feig and writer-star Kristen Wiig attempt to beat the odds with this Judd Apatowproduced tale of a single woman who agrees to be her best friend’s maid of honor. With Maya Rudolph and Rose Byrne. (125 min, R. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Roxy, Sunset)

FASt FiVEHHH Fast & Furious not fast enough? The fifth film in the street-racer action franchise has an even shorter title. This time around, Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster and their fellow speed freaks try to evade G-man Dwayne Johnson in Rio de Janeiro. Justin Lin directed. (130 min, PG-13. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, St. Albans, Sunset)

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JANE EYREHHHH Mia Wasikowska plays the strong-willed 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. Roxy) oF GoDS AND mENHHHH The Grand Prix at last year’s Cannes film festival went to this fact-based drama from French director Xavier Beauvois about a handful of Trappist monks who lived and worshipped peacefully in Muslim Algeria, until they didn’t. With Lambert Wilson and Michael Lonsdale. (120 min, PG-13. Savoy) oRGASm, iNc.: Eight years in the making, local filmmaker Liz Canner’s documentary investigates the pharmaceutical giants’ race to be the first to win FDA approval for a product that can guarantee women the big O. (80 min, NR. Palace) 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. Sunset; ends 5/25)

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piRAtES oF tHE cARiBBEAN: oN StRANGER tiDESHH Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) returns in a fourth high-seas adventure guaranteed to make more money than sense. This time the goal is the Fountain of Youth, the heroine is Penélope Cruz and the swashbuckling is in 3-D where available. With Geoffrey Rush and Ian McShane. Rob (Nine) Marshall directed. (137 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Bijou, Capitol, Essex [3-D], Majestic [3-D], Marquis, Palace, Paramount, Roxy, St. Albans, Stowe, Sunset, Welden) pom WoNDERFUl pRESENtS: tHE GREAtESt moViE EVER SolDHHH The title of the latest documentary from Morgan (Super Size Me) Spurlock is no joke. To shed light on product placement in the media, he goes looking for sponsorship and films the process. (90 min, PG-13. Roxy; ends 5/26) pRiEStHH Another vampire apocalypse CGI action movie. Based on a Korean comic book. With Paul Bettany in religious regalia. Scott (Legion) Stewart directed. With Cam Gigandet, Karl Urban and Maggie Q. (87 min, PG-13. Capitol, Essex [3-D], Majestic [3-D], Palace, Paramount)

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pRomHH1/2 Disney offers the interrelated stories of several couples on the big night in this teen drama that seems unlikely to veer in a Carrie direction. Joe (Sydney White) Nussbaum directed. With Aimee Teegarden, Thomas McDonell and DeVaughn Nixon. (103 min, PG. Essex; ends 5/25) RANGoHHHH Johnny Depp voices a mildmannered 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. Sunset; ends 5/25)

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i Am NUmBER FoURHH Somebody is killing superpowered adolescents (are there any other kind?), and Alex Pettyfer has to outrun them while discovering his potential and finding a girlfriend in this teen-targeted sci-fi thriller. With Timothy Olyphant and Dianna Agron. D.J. (Disturbia) Caruso directed. (104 min, PG-13. Sunset)

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EVERYtHiNG mUSt GoHHH1/2 Will Ferrell gets serious again in this drama based on the classic Raymond Carver story about a man who holds an unusual yard sale as his suburban life falls apart. With Rebecca Hall and Laura Dern. First-timer Dan Rush directed. (95 min, R. Roxy)

HAll pASSHHH The Farrelly brothers return with this comedy in which two long-married men (Owen Wilson and Jason Sudeikis) receive an unusual gift from their wives: a “hall pass” to ignore their marriage vows for a week. With Christina Applegate, Jenna Fischer and Alyssa Milano. (98 min, R. Sunset)

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tHE coNSpiRAtoRHHH 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; ends 5/25)

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Essex Shoppes & Cinema, Rte. 15 & 289, Essex, 879-6543, www.essexcinemas.com

wednesday 25 *The Hangover Part II Midnight. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 12:15 (3-D), 1 (3-D), 1:45, 3:15 (3-D), 4 (3-D), 4:45, 6:30 (3-D), 7 (3-D), 7:45, 9:20 (3-D), 9:50 (3-D). Bridesmaids 1:15, 4:10, 7:10, 9:50. Priest (3-D) 12:45, 3, 5:10, 7:35, 10. Something Borrowed 1:10, 4, 6:50, 9:25. Thor (3-D) 1, 3:50, 7, 9:40. Fast Five 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:45. Prom 7:20, 9:45. Water for Elephants 12:50, 3:50, 6:50, 9:25. Rio (3-D) 12:15, 2:30, 4:45. thursday 26 — thursday 2 *X-men: First class Thu: midnight. *The Hangover Part II 12, 1, 2:15, 3:15, 4:30, 5:30, 6:50, 7:45, 9:20, 10. *Kung Fu Panda 2 12:10 (3-D), 1:15, 2:30 (3-D), 3:45, 4:50 (3-D), 6:15, 7:10 (3-D), 8:30, 9:15 (3-D). Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 1 (3-D), 1:45, 3:15 (3-D), 4 (3-D), 4:45, 6:30 (3-D), 7 (3-D), 7:45, 9:20 (3-D), 9:50 (3-D). Bridesmaids 1:15, 4:10, 7:10, 9:50. Thor (3-D) 1, 3:50, 7, 9:40. Fast Five 12:15.

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wednesday 25 Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 12:30 (3-D), 1:30 (3-D), 2:30, 3:30 (3-D), 4:30 (3-D), 6:15, 7 (3D), 8 (3-D), 9:15, 9:55 (3-D). Bridesmaids 1:20, 4:20, 7:10, 8:45, 9:50. Priest (3-D) 12:10, 2:20, 4:40, 7:15, 9:25. Something Borrowed 1:15, 4, 6:30, 9. Thor (3-D) 1:10, 4:10, 6:10, 6:50, 9:30. Fast Five 1, 3:50, 6:40, 9:40. Water for Elephants 12:20, 3:20, 6:20, 9:10. Rio 12:50, 3:40. thursday 26 — monday 30 *The Hangover Part II 12, 2:35, 3:50, 4:55, 6:30, 7:20, 8:50, 9:15, 9:45. *Kung Fu Panda 2 11:50 a.m. (3-D), 12:15, 2:10 (3-D), 2:30, 4:20 (3-D), 4:40, 6:35 (3-D), 6:55, 8:45 (3-D). Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 12:20, 12:40 (3-D), 3:20, 3:40 (3-D), 6:20, 6:40 (3-D), 9:20, 9:35 (3-D). Bridesmaids 1:10, 4:10, 7, 9:40. Priest (3-D) 12:10, 4:45, 9:30. Something

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movies Borrowed 2:20, 7:10. Thor (3-D) 1, 4, 6:50, 9:35. Fast Five 3:30, 6:40, 9:25. Water for Elephants 12:50. Rio 1:20. tuesday 31 — thursday 2 *The Hangover Part II 2:35, 3:50, 4:55, 6:30, 7:20, 8:50, 9:15, 9:45. *Kung Fu Panda 2 1:05, 2:10 (3-D), 3:45, 4:20 (3-D), 6:35 (3-D), 6:55, 8:45 (3-D). Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 12:40 (3-D), 2:20, 3:40 (3-D), 6:20, 6:40 (3-D), 9:20, 9:35 (3-D). Bridesmaids 1:10, 4:10, 7, 9:40. Priest (3-D) 4:45, 9:30. Something Borrowed 2:20, 7:10. Thor (3-D) 1, 4, 6:50, 9:35. Fast Five 3:30, 6:40, 9:25. Water for Elephants 12:50. Rio 1:20.

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wednesday 25 Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 6:30. Fast Five 6:30. Thor (3-D) 6:30. thursday 26 — thursday 2 *The Hangover Part II Thu: 6:30. Fri: 6:30, 9. Sat & Sun: 2:30, 6:30, 9. Mon: 2:30, 7. Tue-Thu: 7. *Kung Fu Panda 2 Thu: 6:30. Fri: 6:30, 9. Sat & Sun: 2, 4, 6:30, 9. Mon: 2, 4, 7. Tue-Thu: 7. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides Thu: 6:30. Fri: 6, 9. Sat & Sun: 2:30, 6, 9. Mon: 2:30, 7. Tue-Thu: 7.

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wednesday 25 *The Hangover Part II Midnight. Everything must Go 1:15, 3:30, 7, 9:20. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 1, 3:40, 6:30, 9:15. Pom Wonderful Presents: The Greatest movie Ever Sold 1:20, 3:20, 7:10, 9:05. Bridesmaids 1:25, 4:05, 6:40, 9:10. Something Borrowed 3:35, 8:45. Thor 1:10, 3:50, 6:50, 9:25. Jane Eyre 1:05, 6:20. thursday 26 *The Hangover Part II 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:10, 9:25. Everything must Go 1:15, 3:30, 7, 9:20. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 1, 3:40, 6:30, 9:15. Pom Wonderful Presents: The Greatest movie Ever Sold 3:20, 9:05. Bridesmaids 1:25, 4:05, 6:40, 9:10. Thor 1:10, 3:50, 6:50, 9:25. Jane Eyre 1:05, 6:20. friday 27 — thursday 2 *The Hangover Part II 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:10, 9:25. *Potiche 1:20, 4:15, 6:35, 8:40. Everything must Go

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wednesday 25 The Beaver 12:20, 2:35, 4:45, 7, 9:15. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 12:30, 2:30, 3:30, 5:30, 6:30, 8:30, 9:30. Bridesmaids 1:10, 4, 6:50, 9:30. Priest 12:25, 2:45, 4:50, 7:05, 9:25. Something Borrowed 1:15, 6:45. Thor 1, 3:50, 6:55, 9:35. Fast Five 1:05, 6:35, 9:20. Water for Elephants 3:45, 8:50. The conspirator 3:40, 9:10. Rio 12:15, 3:55. Win Win 1:20, 6:30. thursday 26 — thursday 2 ***The met opera Encore: Die Walküre Wed: 6:30. *The Hangover Part II 1:15, 2:40, 3:45, 5:05, 6:25, 7:30, 8:50, 9:50. *Kung Fu Panda 2 10:30 a.m. (Thu 2 only), 12:40, 1:45, 2:50, 4, 5, 6:10, 7:10, 9:15. orgasm Inc. Thu 6/2: 7. The Beaver 3:40, 6:35 (except Wed). Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 10:30 a.m. (Thu 2 only), 12:30, 2, 3:30, 5:10, 6:30, 8:15, 9:30. Bridesmaids 10:30 a.m. (Thu 26 only), 1:10, 3:55, 6:50, 9:30. Thor 10:30 a.m. (Thu 26 only), 1, 3:50, 6:45 (except Thu 2), 9:20. Water for Elephants 8:20. Rio 12:30. Win Win 1:05, 8:45 (except Wed). ***See website for details.

PARAmoUNt tWIN cINEmA 241 North Main St., Barre, 4799621, www.fgbtheaters.com

wednesday 25 Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 6:15, 9. Priest 6:30, 8:45. friday 20 — wednesday 25 *Kung Fu Panda 2 1:30 (Sat & Sun only), 6:30, 8:30. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 1:30 (Sat & Sun only), 6:15, 9.

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friday 27 — saturday 28 Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides at dusk, followed by Fast Five. sunday 29 tangled at dusk, followed by Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides followed by Fast Five.

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wednesday 25 — thursday 26 Upstairs: I Am 1 & 3:30 (Wed only), 6, 8. friday 27 — thursday 2 Upstairs: of Gods and men 1 & 3:30 (Sat-Mon & Wed only), 6, 8:30.

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Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4678.

wednesday 25 Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 7. Thor 7. Water for Elephants 7. thursday 26 — thursday 2 *The Hangover Part II Thu: 7, 9:10. Fri-Sun: 2:30, 4:30, 7, 9:10. Mon: 2:30, 4:30, 7. Tue-Thu: 7. *Kung Fu Panda 2 Thu: 6:45, 8:45. Fri-Sun: 2:30, 4:30, 6:45, 8:45. Mon: 2:30, 4:30, 7. Tue-Thu: 7. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides Thu: 6:30, 9:10. Fri-Sun: 2:30, 6:30, 9:10. Mon: 2:30, 7. Tue-Thu: 7.

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wednesday 25 Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 8:20 followed by Thor. Fast Five 8:25, followed by Your Highness. Rio 8:40, followed by Rango. Bridesmaids 8:30, followed by Paul. thursday 26 — thursday 2 *Kung Fu Panda 2 at dusk, followed by Thor. *The Hangover Part II at dusk, followed by Hall Pass. Bridesmaids at dusk, followed by Fast Five. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides at dusk, followed by I Am Number Four.

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104 No. Main St., St. Albans, 5277888, www.weldentheatre.com

wednesday 25 *The Hangover Part II Midnight. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 7, 9:15. Thor 7, 9. Fast Five 7, 9:15. thursday 26 — thursday 2 *The Hangover Part II 2 & 4 (Sat-Mon only), 7, 9. *Kung Fu Panda 2 2 & 4 (Sat-Mon only), 7, 8:45. Pirates of the caribbean: on Stranger tides 2 & 4:15 (Sat-Mon only), 7, 9:15.

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RioHHH1/2 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, Palace, Sunset) SomEtHiNG BoRRoWEDHH In our second wedding-themed comedy, Ginnifer Goodwin plays a singleton with a dangerous yen for her best friend’s groom. With Kate Hudson, John Krasinski and Colin Egglesfield. Luke (The Girl Next Door) Greenfield directed. (103 min, PG-13. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Roxy) SoUl SURFERHH1/2 A teenager tries to summon the courage to return to the ocean after being maimed by a shark in this drama from director Sean (Bratz) McNamara, based on the true story of Bethany Hamilton. With AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and, yes, Carrie Underwood. (105 min, PG. Big Picture; ends 5/25) tANGlEDHHH1/2 The tale of Rapunzel lets down its hair and goes 21st century in this Disney animation about a rakish bandit who finds himself in the clutches of a bored, tower-bound teenager with 70 feet of hair. With the voices of Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi. Nathan Greno and Byron Howard direct. (100 min, PG. St. Albans) tHoRHHH Another Marvel Comics hero gets his own movie when the Norse god of thunder (Chris Hemsworth) finds himself in modern America. Advance word suggests that director Kenneth (Hamlet) Branagh was the right choice for this. With Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston and Anthony Hopkins. (114 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Bijou, Capitol [3-D], Essex [3-D], Majestic [3-D], Marquis [3-D], Palace, Roxy, Stowe, Sunset)

WAtER FoR ElEpHANtSHH A veterinary student joins the Depression-era circus and falls in love with one of its stars in this adaptation of Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel from director Francis (I Am Legend) Lawrence. Reese Witherspoon, Robert Pattinson and Christoph Waltz star. (122 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic, Palace, Stowe) WiN WiNHHHH 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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Homer’s approach, aries. you may be on the verge of getting sucked into a mess that you had virtually no role in creating. either that, or you’ll be asked to carry out a mission that is irrelevant to your long-term goals. in either case, you have cosmic permission to weasel out.

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(april 20-May 20): i’m going to bring up a sore subject only because i think you’re finally ready to make it much less of a sore subject. The truth as i see it, taurus, is that a part of you got petrified way back when. a formerly fluid and flexible part of your psyche got turned into stone, metaphorically speaking, losing much of its usefulness and creating distortions throughout the rest of you. now, after all this time, you have circled back to a phase when you have the power to at least partially un-petrify this lost function. to get the process started, i suggest you turn your attention to it in such a way that you feel like laughing and crying at the same time.

Gemini (May 21-June 20):

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(June 21-July 22): Here comes your ninth loss of innocence, Cancerian. or is it your 10th? as you will soon prove once again, you manage to make every time feel like the first time. When the moment arrives and the sweet purity ebbs away, the twinge that shudders through you will have the same primal intensity you’ve experienced before. but here’s the redemption: like most of the previous transitions, this one will lead to a surprising blessing you couldn’t have gotten any other way. When your innocence is reborn — as it will be, sooner or later — it will be wiser and wilder than ever before.

aRies (March 21-april 19): “Weaseling out of things is important to learn,” said cartoon antihero Homer simpson. “it’s what separates us from the animals — except the weasel.” i normally don’t share that sentiment. My standard advice is to face up to challenging situations and take responsibility for the part you played in creating them. but i’m going to rebel against my custom this week and endorse

leo (July 23-aug. 22): There’s a small chance that the following scenario will soon come to pass: you’ll be invited to become part of a situation that promises to give you special privileges or inside information, but after you join you’ll find out that your participation would require you to compromise your principles. but there’s a far greater chance — over 80 percent — that the following scenario will take place: you’ll be invited to join your fortunes to a group or circle or tribe or situation that won’t ask you to dilute your integrity or betray your values at all. in fact, it’s likely to activate a dormant part of your potential. The moral of the story, leo: be very discerning.

ViRgo

(aug. 23-sept. 22): right now you have more power than you realize — more power to understand confusing situations, more power to influence people you’ve assumed are resistant to change, and more power to overcome your apparent disadvantages. in fact, the only factor that could prevent you from accomplishing way more than what you thought possible is a lack of confidence. Please note, Virgo: i’m not urging you to cultivate a foolishly arrogant faith in your ego. rather, i’m clueing you in to the fact that there are hidden forces at work you can call on to help you — wisdom that has been dormant, love that has been neglected and allies who have been mum.

liBRa (sept. 23-oct. 22): according to the Guinness Book of World Records, the longest love letter in history was written by an indian man named Harish Kondakkuli. The gushing 143-page message took him over three months to complete. oddly, it was addressed to an imaginary woman, since there was no one in his life he was actually in love with. i encourage you to consider the possibility of exceeding his achievement in the coming weeks, libra. you’re at the peak of your ability to express wickedly delicious passions and profoundly tender intentions. There may even be a real person, not an imaginary one, who warrants your extravagant outflow. scoRPio (oct. 23-nov. 21): Postsecret.com

is a website where people can anonymously reveal their deep, dark feelings. i came across one entry that i think would be perfect for you to use as your own in the coming weeks. “i don’t want to cover up my scar,” it read. “it’s a good conversation starter and it makes me look bad-ass. but thank you anyway!” to further inspire what i hope will be your fearless effort to claim the power inherent in your wounds, i also offer this spur from musician and author Henry rollins: “scar tissue is stronger than regular tissue. realize the strength, move on.”

sagittaRius (nov. 22-Dec. 21): in her irreverent platinum-selling song “Monster,” sagittarian rapper nicki Minaj offers up a poetic sequence never before heard in the history of the planet: “Pull up in the monster . . . with a bad bitch that came from sri lanka / yeah i’m in that tonka, color of Willy Wonka.”

i hope that you will soon come up with an equally revolutionary innovation in your own chosen field, sagittarius. all the cosmic forces will be conspiring in the coming weeks to help you to do the equivalent of rhyming “tonka” and “sri lanka” with “Willy Wonka.” Please cooperate! (The nsFW video is here: bit.ly/ MinajMonster.)

caPRicoRn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): time is the

enemy of romantic love, said andrew Marvell in his 17th-century poem “to His Coy Mistress.” Medieval author andreas Capellanus had a different idea, identifying marriage as the enemy of romantic love. in richard Wagner’s opera Tristan and Isolde, tristan rails against the daylight, calling it the enemy of romantic love. and in their book Immediacy and Reflection in Kierkegaard’s Thought, the editors theorize that “capitalism, which makes a fetish out of sex . . . is the enemy of romantic love.” While all of those statements may be true, they’re only mildly relevant for you right now. The most dangerous enemy of romantic love — or any other kind of love, for that matter — is this: not listening well. overcome that enemy, Capricorn.

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(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): in an age when bee populations have dropped dramatically, some gardeners have found they need to pollinate their tomato plants manually. one woman i know tickles each swollen bulb of seeds with a toothbrush. another uses a camel-hair brush. Metaphorically speaking, aquarius, i suspect you will have to try something similar in the coming weeks: making an intervention to facilitate a fertilizing process that doesn’t quite seem to be happening naturally.

Pisces

(Feb. 19-March 20): in the coming week, your psyche may sometimes have an odd tingling sensation that resembles what happens when you hit your funny bone. is it painful? is it pleasurable? Maybe some of both, with the net effect being a command to wake up and play harder, love stronger, and notice more beauty. if you respond to that mandate with even a moderate amount of passion, i suspect you’ll get a surprising reward: at least one of the secret laws of your own nature will reveal itself to you, rising up clear and raw in a sweet waking vision. m

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Police in India’s Uttar Pradesh state said termites ate 10 million rupees ($222,000) being stored at a bank in Barabanki. The manager discovered the damage in April when he opened the reinforced room in an old bank building where the money had been kept since January. “It’s a matter of investigation how termites attacked bundles of currency notes stacked in a steel chest,” police officer Navneet Rana said. (Associated Press)

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Emily at nectar’s Emily, you have the hottest smile in town. You were our waitress for my little bro’s b-day and you rocked. Saw you two more times in the next 24 hours; once on church, once driving, so I had to give a shout out. You gotta let me take you out for a night on the town. Dinner and a movie? When: Friday, May 20, 2011. Where: Nectar’s. You: Woman. Me: Man. #909047 Positive Pie in Montpelier Maybe the kind folks at 7Days will put this in print: You were my waitress Friday the 13th. Dark beer samples. I think you’ll like it better “here.” How about a drink at the Black Door? Nobody makes me take notice but you did. When: Friday, May 13, 2011. Where: Montpelier, VT. You: Woman. Me: Man. #909046 Checking out before checkout? In the soup/frozen foods aisle at Price Chopper (5/18 or 5/19). Wanted to throw you the line from My Blue Heaven “You know, it’s dangerous for you to be here in the frozen food section. Because you could melt all this stuff!” You: green UVM CATS shirt, lotsa ink. Me: pink shirt, black skirt. Want to shop for dinner again? When: Thursday, May 19, 2011. Where: Price Chopper, Shelburne Road. You: Man. Me: Woman. #909045

Want the right woman! I want a healthy and meaningful relationship. I’ve grown tired of drama and head games. I’m also an open book, ask me anything! I am laid back, humorous and enjoy intelligent conversation. I am looking for a woman who seeks that in a man! When: Thursday, May 19, 2011. Where: Warren. You: Woman. Me: Man. l #909036

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Honest people still exist I want to say thank you to whomever turned my credit card in to the Burlington Police Dept. It confirms my belief that there are more good people out there than bad. When: Tuesday, May 17, 2011. Where: Downtown Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #909030 “Good Morning” to you also Hello, you said “good morning” to me this morning while I was chatting with a friend in the hallway. I was so focused on our conversation that I didn’t notice you were speaking to me until you were gone. You were a contractor working with heating/venting? Tall guy. Would you like to grab a drink? When: Wednesday, May 18, 2011. Where: Downtown Burlington office building. You: Man. Me: Woman. #909029 Kabuta-operating Escrow Agent Last I heard you had a post-box in Craftsbury. Great to see you again! The house that’s on the cover of the book at the bookstore for Oregon; what a sight to find in the Sunday New York Times real estate listings! With all the diligent care and respect we have for one another, I firmly believe, with utmost conviction, in our abridged capacity to move on. When: Wednesday, May 18, 2011. Where: Where the Wild Things Are. You: Man. Me: Man. #909028 N. Prospect biker’s sweet compliment To the cute guy on the bike who complimented the way my hair looked in the sunshine as I walked down North Prospect: thanks a bunch for making my day! Stay charming and I hope I see you around town. I’d ride my bike with you anytime. When: Thursday, May 12, 2011. Where: North Prospect. You: Man. Me: Woman. #909027

More Than A Unique Name She turns heads while walking to work, and while at work, and well, just about everywhere else. She is not afraid to chat you up, lend you an ear, burst into song, or dish it out (with a rapier wit and in good spirit). She calls’em as she sees’em. I am lucky to be your friend. Keep smiling, Christsonthy. When: Monday, May 16, 2011. Where: Langdon St. Cafe. You: Woman. Me: Man. #909022 Pretty Girl from Howard St I just saw you, strayed from Howard, along Union, walking into my office

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