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Blog: what i saw today

PAPER CHASE We were very distressed to read Brooke Hunter’s article regarding the Vermont Vows Wedding Affair [“Disengaged,” November 22]. At Scribbles we have invitations in every price bracket; it’s one area that we pride ourselves on. No one from our store would state that one needs to spend one thousand to three thousand dollars on their wedding stationery.

Perhaps if Brooke had been looking in one of the higher-end catalogues and inquired about an invitation, it would have been that amount. However, Scribbles has just as many choices in the one-to-three hundred dollar range.

We would welcome Brooke visiting us at Scribbles so we can help her with whatever invitation would be ideal for her wedding. Every wedding should represent the bride and groom’s dreams, hopes, and wishes . . . be perfect for them and within their budget.

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THE POWER WITHIN My four-year-old nephew ran into the dining room while we were eating Thanksgiving dinner. He’d been playing in the living room with some other kids. My sister was giving a toast. “Mama, Mama, guess what,” Nicholas interrupted, breathless. Eighteen heads turned to listen. “I’m not shy anymore!” he declared. Then dashed off. I need to pick that kid’s brain first chance I get.

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BUDGET BRIDES I just read Brooke Hunter’s review of the Vermont Wedding Affair [“Disengaged,” November 22]. Her knock on wedding invitations not only missed the mark, but also inappropri-

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ately targeted me (one of the three invitation vendors at the event). Ms. Hunter complained inaccurately that there were only “one or three thousand dollar” invitations available to brides.

While high-quality invitations were an option presented to the attendees of this event, had Ms. Hunter sought me out for advice I would have gladly pointed her toward something more affordable that could meet her budget. At my store, ink. ink. fine stationery, we happily go out of our way to help a bride find the invitation she wants for her wedding within her budget. We always take pride in making it work.

Ms. Hunter attended a paid event ($25 per ticket) that was touted as showcasing the finest in wedding planning and services, and then expressed surprise and ridicule for the high-quality services that Vermont businesses are able to provide. Her gratuitous, anti-elitist rant went out of its way to portray Vermont businesses in a negative light. Had Ms. Hunter been able to overcome her stated social anxiety (or, more likely, her desired and predetermined storyline), I suspect she would have discovered that many of the other Vermont vendors would have been similarly helpful in meeting her budget needs, as I would have been.

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REALITY WEDDINGS In response to the disengaged prospective bride [“Disengaged,” November 22], I have to say that not only are 4:31 PM

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you disengaged, but also rather ignorant and ungrateful. The Wedding Affair, which I was involved with, was an event for prospective brides to “check out” a variety of wedding services all at the same time without any obligation, all of which were local Vermont wedding professionals. It seems absurd to me, Miss Hunter, that despite your free admittance to the event (because of your connection with Seven Days), you didn’t find it helpful.

And is it any wonder that you left Wedding Affair feeling “economically inferior” and “confused” without doing any preliminary research of the costs of planning a wedding?

Welcome to reality! Whatever the case may be, don’t blame your socially awkward experience on the hardworking vendors who did their best to make the event a success.

Shaun Boyce BURLINGTON

Boyce did various jobs in connection with organizing the day of the Wedding Affair.

BRIDAL BLUES What I found so unfortunate about Brooke Hunter’s article [“Disengaged,” November 22] and point of view is that it was so narrow.

Just as there are some who wear Manolo Blahnik and others Birkenstocks, each has a place and value. I had nothing to do with the planning and execution of the Vermont Vows event. Upon arrival, I was in awe of the quality organizer Krista Washburn, yet again, has

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brought out of the nooks and crannies of Vermont.

Hunter sounded lonely. I think that was the saddest part of her article.

From my point of view, the Vermont Vows show deserves another angle.

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PROPERTY WRONGS I have had a ridiculous battle with the city over this very topic [“Old North End Residents Decry ‘Historic’

Designation,” November 22]. The historical designation and interpretation of this status is a regulatory taking, and my case is a perfect example of why progressive zoning and folks like Mary O’Neil are holding our property rights ransom to their ridiculous goals.

Jonathan Maguire BURLINGTON

“DAILY” DOSE To Rick Kisonak: While I, too, felt a bit of a sting from Jon Stewart’s comments [post-elections] about Vermont [“Tubefed,” November 8], I’d say that

expecting an apology is a bit much — unless, of course, you’d expect him to apologize to everyone else he’s poked fun at in the past 10 years. As Bill Clinton himself said on “The Daily Show” a while back, satire is an essential element of democracy. As I believe that, I know I must also accept that every once in a while, the joke will be on me.

Jon Stewart has done more to advance the basic ideals of democracy than anyone else in America in the past 10 years. He has chosen to use his airtime to inform his audi-

ence on the issues. While his own political bias is clearly evident, he has welcomed guests with opposing viewpoints and has treated them with the same respect and decency as those who agree with him. There is, at present, no nobler effort on television and, at the very least, he deserves the benefit of our doubt.

But if it would make you feel better (and it might make me feel better, too), I’ll write a letter to Jon Stewart to tell him that if he ever met Bernie and heard his positions, he’d understand why we are so proud of him and so proud to have him as our representative in the country’s highest legislative body. You can even cosign the letter if you’d like. But you know what?

I’d bet good money that he already knows it.

Andrew Rosacker UNDERHILL

ABUSE OF FREEDOM As an ardent reader and supporter of Seven Days, I am writing with deep regret and a strong sense of disappointment in your editorial judgment and naiveté regarding the publication of the essay by “an anonymous cop” [“Behind the Crime Scene,” November 8].

Seven Days co-publisher/editor Pamela Polston offered a disingenuous defense of this “opinion” piece when she told the Burlington Free Press that publication of the article reflected Seven Days’ commitment to “freedom of expression of every citizen.”

Eloquent and powerful though it was, the article in question was in fact itself

an egregious abuse of freedom of expression on the part of both your newspaper and the “anonymous” author. In a very public sense, you presented “evidence,” tried, and convicted the accused slayer of Michelle Gardner-Quinn without giving the appropriate law enforcement authorities and courts the opportunity to offer and hear evidence of this man’s alleged, heinous crimes through the proper channels.

Moreover, I cannot fathom that you were so naïve as to believe that the defendant’s attorney would not seek dismissal of the case against his client because of the aspersions cast in your anonymous informant’s completely inappropriate “essay.” We can only hope that a forceful and astute judge will not give the attorney and the accused the satisfaction of dismissal.

In the meantime, the “anonymous cop” merits severe disciplinary measures, if not outright firing, and Seven Days needs to undertake a close and perhaps painful examination of what freedom of expression and civil liberties really mean.

Tom Ayres WINOOSKI

MISSION OF THE PRESS If the anonymous article [“Behind the Crime Scene,” November 8] jeopardizes the Gardner-Quinn murder case, it would be a failure of the judicial system — not of the press! Seven Days’ mission isn’t to police the police, but rather to publish public opinion.

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BURLINGTON — After 21 years, Out in the Mountains, the only newspaper devoted to covering Vermont’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community, is closing up shop. The final issue hits the streets this Thursday.

The free monthly newspaper contains GLBT-themed columns, comics, and local and national news briefs, as well as a statewide events calendar and a resource directory.

Burlington-based nonprofit Mountain Pride Media publishes the paper. MPM board president Brian Cote says the group made the difficult decision to fold OITM three weeks ago. “It was such an emotional board meeting,” Cote recalls, “but when it came down to it, we had a few hundred dollars left in the checking account, and the model

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just could not continue.”

Money has always been tight at the paper. OITM maintains a small office in Burlington’s R.U.1.2? Queer Community Center. It has never paid contributors, and volunteer drivers deliver 5000 copies each month to coffee shops, libraries and general stores all around the state. Money for production costs, rent and payroll expenses for the paper’s three employees comes from donations, subscriptions and advertising revenue.

OITM enjoyed a few years of prosperity during the civil-union debates, when national advertising dollars flowed to the state.

But, Cote notes, “as one former board member said, ‘It’s been a slow spiral downward ever since.’”

The paper often was a lightning rod for criticism from social conservatives, but homophobia didn’t kill it. In part, success did.

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And the media landscape isn’t the only thing that’s shifted recently — the paper experienced board and staff turnover this year. Former editor Euan Bear departed in February, and the paper’s operations manager immigrated to Canada to join his partner. Several volunteer board members also left.

Cote says the board worked hard to overcome these setbacks.

The group added five new members in the past few months, completed a strategic plan, and hired an executive director. But it wasn’t enough. “Like many small newspapers,” he says, “we just could not turn the advertis-

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Cote, whose partner Howdy Russell helped start the paper, is sorry to see it disappear. “It’s very sad,” Cote says. “It’s a community institution.”

So far the board has been tight-lipped about the paper’s demise, but most of the people who’ve been involved have been informed. Euan Bear says she’s not happy about it. Bear has been an OITM contributor since the beginning and served on the board for a year, in addition to working four years as editor. She questions whether closing the paper was really necessary. “I’m not just sad,” she says. “I’m angry. I’m angry that this group did not find a way.

“We had 21 years of shoestring operations,” Bear explains, “and I just sort of wonder if this particular board understood that part of things, how it’s always been this way. Or if they’re coming from a more corporate place, where ‘The books look bad, so we have to shut it down.’ I don’t know.”

Bear, who lives in Bakersfield, argues that the paper is still a vital resource for GLBT people in rural parts of the state, who often experience discrimination. “Just being on the shelf in the places where it’s been on the shelf, in the little stores, wherever it was distributed out here in the boonies,” she says, “that by itself, for people actually to see it there . . .

They could look away if they wanted. But it was there. We proclaimed our existence, we battled denial. If anybody was curious, they could pick it up.

Now that it’s going away, that’s not going to happen.”

Cote and other board members have expressed interest in continuing the paper in some form online, but Bear is wary of the idea. “It’s really lovely for people who live within the correct distance of a DSL node,” she says. “But the fact is that there are huge sections of outlying counties, among people who need it the most, where you can’t sit online and read a magazine.” With dial-up Internet service, she notes, every minute of reading results in a phone charge.

But Bear also acknowledges that much has changed for the GLBT community since 1985.

“Who would have ever thought, even six years ago, that we would have five gay members of the legislature?” she muses. And she points out that OITM isn’t the only queer-friendly institution to fail this year: 135 Pearl, the state’s last gay bar, closed in July. “Is this the price of assimilation?” she asks rhetorically.

That’s a question OITM supporters can discuss on December 9, from 2 to 4 p.m., at a gathering for the paper at R.U.1.2? Cote says the event will celebrate 21 years of publishing. It will also be a fundraiser, he adds — OITM is in debt. The paper needs to raise money for payroll and closing costs. Says Cote, “It could be several thousand dollars.” � Cathy Resmer is a former contributor to Out in the Mountains.

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On Monday, the Montpelierbased citizens’ watchdog group, Toxics Action Center, named the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYDEC) and the Chittenden Solid Waste District (CSWD) on its annual roll call of pollution-causing bad guys. According to Mia Scampini of the Toxic Action Center, NYDEC received the “honor” this year because of its decision last month to allow a test burn of tire-derived fuel at International Paper’s Ticonderoga mill without mandating industrystandard pollution controls.

Scampini claims that decision ran contrary to internal recommendations by the agency’s own scientists. A spokesperson for the DEC couldn’t be reached for comment as of press time.

Also named this year was CSWD, Scampini says, because of its recent proposal to build a new, 66-acre landfill in Williston near a residential area. Toxics Action Center contends that the new facility is unnecessary because there’s already sufficient capacity in Vermont’s two existing landfills, in Moretown and Coventry, to last another 24 years.

“This landfill is a very shortsighted way for them to manage waste,” Scampini charges. “We would like to see them increase the output of their recycling programs and start looking into more sustainable ways of managing waste.”

Toxics Action Center is calling on CSWD to put the landfill proposal on hold for at least a year to research alternative methods of waste disposal and resource recovery, especially since there’s no urgency to open the new landfill.

“If they want to put us on a list of their dirty dozen, I’m disappointed, but that’s their pre-

rogative,” says Tom Moreau, general manager of CSWD. “I don’t think any of us is sitting here saying, ‘Oh, goody! Let’s build another landfill.’ But if you’re going to have one, we should make it as environmentally sound as possible.”

Moreau says he finds it “ironic” that Toxics Action Center would recommend that Chittenden County continue ship-

This is the tenth year that Toxics Action Center has spotlighted environmental and public-health threats. It isn’t the first time a state agency made the list. In 2000, Massachusetts was similarly shamed for its decision to spray pesticides in response to the West Nile virus; likewise, in 2003, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation received a Dirty

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“Zero waste is a good goal,” he adds, “but until we can get society to change its wasteful habits, landfills are a necessary evil.”

The third local “Dirty Dozen” recipient was the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant in Vernon.

This is the second year that Vermont Yankee has made the list. The first time was for a petition filed by Entergy Nuclear to increase the plant’s operating capacity to 120 percent, which was granted in March. This year, Scampini says, the nuclear facility was singled out for its decision to store radioactive waste in drycask storage containers along the banks of the Connecticut River.

Nine other “Dirty Dozen” sites were named in Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Maine.

Dozen award for petitioning the Town of Natick to apply weed killer to Lake Cochituate.

What do the “Dirty Dozen” awards accomplish, other than drawing public attention to ongoing or recent environmental fights? According to Scampini, sometimes they’re a catalyst for change.

She cites an example in Williamstown, where a community group nominated UniFirst, one of the nation’s largest suppliers of workplace uniforms and protective apparel, for the award last year. There, citizens had long been urging the company and the state to move faster on cleaning up an underground toxic plume, which had contaminated groundwater.

Scampini claims that after the “award” was given last fall, the state announced plans to oversee full remediation of the site and find the community a clean water supply. �

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VERMONT — The Vermont Health Department has launched a colorful advertising campaign urging Green Mountain state residents to get immunized against influenza. Although officials say it’s aimed at adults, the $58,000 media blitz makes use of cartoon-style characters that are typically more appealing to children. Health department researchers worked with TDI Creative, a Vermont talent agency, in developing the superhero theme featured in more than 1000 newspaper, radio and television ads around the state.

The creative strategy for this flu season features costumed figures played by actors or drawn by artists. They urge Vermonters to get vaccinated by pitching blurbs such as “Think superheroes put their community at risk for flu? Think again — Get a flu shot. Be a superhero.”

The campaign is aimed specifically at young adults — a segment of the population with a low immunization rate based on the misconception that “nothing bad is going to happen to me.”

The “F” emblazoned on the chests of many of the action figures stands for “Factman” — a personification of the health department’s effort to increase vaccination rates by countering myths about the flu. For example, many of the spots note that the vaccine cannot cause the disease and has been proven effective in reducing the risk of contracting it.

Among the local actors playing a superhero part is State Rep. Jason Lorber, a Democrat from Burlington’s Old North End who supplements his legislator’s salary with film, theater, TV and stand-up comedy gigs.

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Although he votes on state health department budgets, and received federal dollars for his work on the flu-shot ad campaign, Lorber and state Health Commissioner Sharon Moffatt say no conflict of interest is involved. Lorber says he responded to a casting call without knowing who was sponsoring the advertising campaign. And he was paid through his agent, who in turn received a check from TDI Creative, Lorber adds.

Moffatt said she had been under the impression that Lorber had volunteered his talent for the stateinitiated public-health campaign. Apprised of the for-pay arrangement, Moffat said she believes the circuitous routing of ad-campaign funds from the federal Centers for Disease Control immunizes Lorber from any ethical issues.

The effectiveness of the superhero infomercials will be hard to gauge. Moffatt says firm statistics are not compiled on the percentage of Vermonters who receive flu inoculations in a given year. The best estimate, based on telephone surveys, is that about 60 percent of adult Vermonters got the shots during last year’s flu season, Moffatt says.

The CDC is encouraging states to hatch “innovative ideas” for vaccine ads because the similar national coverage rate is “less than hoped for,” the Vermont health chief notes. Seeking to scale down the national flu and pneumonia fatality rate, estimated at 36,000 deaths per year — 100-plus in Vermont — the CDC is pushing toward a vaccination goal of 90 percent of adult Americans by 2010.

Vermont already reaches or surpasses that level with regard to children and residents of nursing homes, Moffatt says.

The superhero campaign is aimed specifically at young adults — a segment of the population with a low immunization rate based on the misconception, she says, that “nothing bad is going to happen to me.”

Plentiful supplies of the vaccine are expected to be available in Vermont this flu season, which runs from now through early spring. Doses are dispensed at a wide variety of clinics around the state, generally at a cost of $15 to $20 per shot and free for Vermonters who can’t afford it.

No cases of the flu have so far been reported in the state, Moffatt says. But an outbreak is being monitored in North Carolina, she adds, suggesting that this relatively early appearance of the flu might presage a severe season. �

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National Public Radio or Linda Greenhouse of The New York Times, to follow whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big problem for a nation that prides itself on openness in government.

So I hope that Senator Patrick Leahy, in his role as chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, passes legislation requiring the Supreme Court to televise its proceedings, or at the very least to release same-day audio files of oral arguments. The Judiciary Committee has recommended such legislation before, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never passed, in part because some of the justices donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like the idea of turning the Supreme Court into the latest realitytelevision show. Justice David Souter has been quoted as saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The day you see a camera come into our courtroom, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to roll over my dead body.â&#x20AC;?

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In 2000, Justice Sandra Day Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor and four other justices struck down a similar law in Nebraska, holding that, without a health exception, the law placed an undue burden on a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s constitutional right to terminate her pregnancy. In response, Congress held its own hearings, rejected the Supreme Courtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s findings about medical necessity, and found, despite much controversy, that the procedure was never medically necessary.

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The Court has already banned the medical use of marijuana over state objections, and Gonzales v. Planned Parenthood/ Carhart could further extend Congressâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reach. For example, Vermont has protected the rights of both gun owners and same-sex couples more than has almost any other state. If Congress can ban certain medical procedures, it could also override state laws allowing for gun ownership or same-sex unions, and Vermontersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hands would be tied. It comes down

against itself. This Supreme Court doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem very proenvironment and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t likely second-guess the EPA on matters of science, however politically motivated the scientific interpretation seems to be. So most court watchers have their money on President George W. Bush and the EPA. If the EPA wins, states such as Vermont will likely consider even more stringent environmental regulations to combat global warning. But the real problem is, even if Vermont wanted to do more, it may not be able to. A 1967 law gives only the federal government the power to regulate automobile emissions. California is the only state that has received a waiver, due to its large population and the unique problems it has with air pollution. Given that the Bush administration doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe global warming is a problem, the EPA could further block efforts of states such as Vermont that do believe the science behind climate change. So, unless the federal

The decision by the Supreme Court will deeply influence how local school districts like Burlingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach the problem of racial segregation. to whom we trust more to make these decisions â&#x20AC;&#x201D; our fellow Vermonters, or Congress. You be the judge.

The second important case for Vermont is Massachusetts v. the Environmental Protection Agency, scheduled for argument on November 29, 2006.

Vermont has joined Massachusetts, California, nine other states, two cities and a handful of environmental groups in suing the EPA for failing to regulate emission standards for automobiles that cause global warming. When deciding to join the lawsuit, Attorney General Sorrell said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vermont is doing its part to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a shame that we need the Supreme Court to order the EPA to do the same.â&#x20AC;?

The EPAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position is that the link between greenhouse gas emissions and global warming cannot be unequivocally established. Therefore, until thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more conclusive evidence, it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regulate. Auto- and oildependent states such as Michigan, Texas and Alaska, as well as many industry groups, have intervened in support of the EPA, pitting the nation

government changes its tune on global warming or the Supreme Court decides to intervene, it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to be easy for Vermonters to do much about climate change.

Finally, in early December, the court will hear two cases concerning affirmative action in the public schools. The cases involve school districts in Jefferson County, Kentucky, and Seattle, Washington, both of which, in an effort to maintain racial diversity, use race as one factor in assigning students to schools. Parents of children whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been denied admission to their school of choice, or who are being bussed far from their homes, object, arguing that race should play no role in public schools. These may be the most controversial cases on the courtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s docket.

In 2003, Justice Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, once again leading a slim, fivejustice majority, endorsed the use of affirmative action in education. But most think Justice Alito does not share her view.

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I can confirm about 80 percent of it, putting it 79.9 percent ahead of most of the yarns that cross my desk.

No doubt we can thank the cereal box, where at least you had somebody from Kelloggâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Weetabix, whoever) keeping things straight, in contrast to, say, Wikipedia, which is more the million-monkeys-with-a-millionkeyboards approach. First the accurate 80 percent: The human lightning rod youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thinking of is Roy Cleveland Sullivan, for most of his life a forest ranger at Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. He was struck seven times: â&#x20AC;˘ While in a lookout tower in 1942. â&#x20AC;˘ While driving in 1969. â&#x20AC;˘ Walking across his front yard in 1970. â&#x20AC;˘ While standing in a ranger station in 1972. â&#x20AC;˘ While on patrol in the park in 1973. â&#x20AC;˘ While checking a campground in 1974. â&#x20AC;˘ While fishing in 1977. Fine, the guyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job kept him outside a lot. Still, seven?

Roy suffered assorted losses during these encounters: toenails, eyebrows, hair and eventually his nerve. After the fourth incident he started to believe some higher power was trying to kill him, according to a 1989 St. Petersburg Times article; the fifth time came after he tried unsuccessfully to outrun a cloud he thought was following him. Given that, ignoring Bayesian considerations, the chances of being struck seven times in your life are about 1 in 1.6 times 10 to the 25th power, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t blame him for a little paranoia. Lightning didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end up killing Roy, though â&#x20AC;&#x201D; he took his own life at age 71. Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help thinking he wanted to beat the universe to the punch.

Now for the balance of the BS 20 percent â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the headstone angle. I suspect you or the cereal company has conflated Sullivanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well-attested story with a possibly apocryphal tale about one Major Summerford. According to numerous accounts, Summerford was a British officer who, while on horseback in Flanders in February 1918, was struck by lightning. After moving to Vancouver, he was again hit in 1924 and once more in 1930. Dying in 1932, he rested in peace until 1936, when lightning allegedly struck either his tombstone or close to it. Great story, huh? Well, I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t verify any of it â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and brother, I tried, searching vainly in print and online for anyone with a similar name and description, including British and Canadian military records and Vancouver history. I did notice the interval in years between lightning strikes was 6-6-6. You may call that a sign; I call it fishy.

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Dear Cecil, As a kid, I seem to remember reading on the back of a cereal box about a man who got struck by lightning seven or eight times during his life, totally at random, with no scientific explanation as to why this poor soul (the final strike killed him) was subject to these heavenly barrages. I also recall that the guyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headstone, by an infinitesimally small chance, was hit by lightning and obliterated some years after his death, which is very spooky. He had clearly annoyed somebody by his mere existence. Could you confirm or deny this electrifying (sorry) tale?

Greg, London, UK

I turned up something else interesting, or rather my intrepid assistant Una did: One of the Teeming Millions who has survived multiple lightning strikes, namely August Hellman of Arkansas. He says heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been struck twice, once while baling hay in an Oklahoma field in 1959 and again while sailing on Savannah Bay in 1977.

In both cases, he said, the storm advanced quickly and left him nowhere to hide. Just before the first strike his hair stood on end, the baling wire made a â&#x20AC;&#x153;crinklingâ&#x20AC;? sound, and he noticed a strong smell of ozone; the sailboatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mast made a similar sound just before the second strike. Mr. Hellman reports having had a sense of impending doom in each case, perhaps as a result of static charge buildup, followed by an earsplitting noise and a few seconds of lost time. Although both times he suffered severe burns and sore muscles, he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t permanently injured. Still, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not looking forward to strike three.

When you consider that more than 31 million bolts hit the ground annually in the U.S. alone, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surprising isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that some folks are struck repeatedly but rather that most arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t struck at all. A federal study of lightning incidents from 1959 to 1994 shows that over that time roughly three people were killed and nine injured by lightning per million flashes, though mortality is dropping â&#x20AC;&#x201D; by 1994 injuries outnumbered deaths eight to one.

Other facts of note: â&#x20AC;˘ Men really take it in the shorts, accounting for 83 percent of lightning victims. â&#x20AC;˘ Golfers make up just under 5 percent of victims. â&#x20AC;˘ July is the most common month to get struck, noon to 6 p.m. the most common time, and Saturday and Sunday the most common days, with Wednesday a strong third. Why Wednesday? Wild guess: doctorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; day off.

CECIL ADAMS

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Write Cecil Adams at the Chicago Reader, 11 E. Illinois, Chicago, IL 60611, or email him at cecil@chireader.com.

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Everyone deals differently with grief; Goldberg turned his into art. Norwich filmmaker Nora Jacobson is currently working on Gone, based on a screenplay Goldberg wrote in the months immediately following Bissexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death. And next week, Flying on the Bright Wings of Despair, Goldbergâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first new play to be staged since she died, runs in Montpelier and Burlington.

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Goldberg describes his characters as â&#x20AC;&#x153;lost, looking for something they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find.â&#x20AC;? But that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean the play is entirely bleak. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With most of my stuff, when it gets dark thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a certain humor in Fodorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Top Pick 2006 it,â&#x20AC;? he suggests. Also evident is his love of language. This play may be his â&#x20AC;&#x153;most obscene,â&#x20AC;? Goldberg suggests, but he also believes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s his â&#x20AC;&#x153;most poetic.â&#x20AC;? To demonstrate, he reads from a monologue of Stellaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, his words coming quick and rhythmic, like scat singing or beat poetry.

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That unfiltered emotion is explored explicitly in the film Gone. Jacobson and 2x5-Christophes112906-2.indd 1 11/28/06 9:44:43 AM producer/director Allan Nicholls â&#x20AC;&#x153;sort of talked me into writing it,â&#x20AC;? Goldberg says.

Jacobson remembers it differently. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steve and I had been talking for a while about doing a project together with Rachel while Rachel was still alive,â&#x20AC;? she recalls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When Rachel got sick again, we were hoping that she could be part of it anyway.â&#x20AC;? As it turned out, she was, but in a different way.

The film is â&#x20AC;&#x153;about a man grieving over the death of his beloved wife,â&#x20AC;? according to Jacobson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other people said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too soon, you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make a film about what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going through, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too raw.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

Goldberg wrote a series of disconnected scenes, which Jacobson filmed. The next step will be to decide how to connect them into a whole. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They may be interwoven, some may reoccur,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a typical narrative with a beginning, middle and end.

It will be more like poetry or free-form jazz.â&#x20AC;?

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Jordan Gullikson and Genevra MacPhail play Sid and Stella â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;two people at very intense points in their lives,â&#x20AC;? Goldberg says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty much people playing out stuff till they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play it out anymore. The old question of to be or not to be.â&#x20AC;?

The theme may sound like standard Goldberg fare. But structurally the play is â&#x20AC;&#x153;kind of a departure for him,â&#x20AC;? suggests longtime friend Paul Schnabel, who has acted in several Goldberg plays. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a comment on theater and theatricality. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very stimulating show about the nature of what is real and what isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t real.â&#x20AC;?

Unlike in the past, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a producer,â&#x20AC;? Goldberg says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have anyone to do advertising.â&#x20AC;? Although he and Bissex never critiqued one anotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work, they did provide significant technical and administrative support. Doing without it has proven difficult, he notes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I realize how much Rachel would help me doing this stuff.â&#x20AC;?

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Curses, Foiled Again Two men in their early twenties were arrested for robbing a pizza delivery woman at knifepoint in Bartholomew County, Ind., after they decided the money wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough and took some pizzas, too. Concluding that the robbers had phoned for a pizza to lure the delivery person to the neighborhood, sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deputies noticed the distinctive sausage-and-pepperoni pizza aroma coming from a nearby residence and investigated. According to Maj. Mark Gorbett, deputies entered the home and found a phone book open to the pizza section, cash taken in the robbery, a knife they believe was brandished and the telltale pizzas.

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New York, Washington and other big cities. Sensors in each tank register changes in breathing, heartbeat and swimming patterns of the fish that might indicate the presence of toxins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s given us pretty much the most powerful and reliable early warning center out there,â&#x20AC;? said Bill Lawler of Intelligent Automation Corporation, which makes and sells the bluegill monitoring system, starting at around $45,000.

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Better Than Duct Tape Major U.S. cities are using bluegills, also known as sunfish or bream, to safeguard their drinking water by helping detect terrorist attacks. Small numbers of the fish are kept in tanks constantly replenished with water from municipal supplies in San Francisco,

rifle while he was taking out the garbage.

They fired one shot, which the man said was stopped by two small Bibles that he was carrying in his shirt pocket to give to friends. The Florida Times-Union reported that the man had a red mark and a pain in his chest but was otherwise uninjured. â&#x20AC;˘ A cellphone may have spared the life of trucker Willie Ray Goree, 50, who was talking outside a restaurant in Willis, Texas, when he heard a shot. Police Chief James Nowak said the bullet, from a .22caliber rifle fired by a homeless man, hit Goreeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s phone, which deflected it to the soft tissue of his neck without causing any major damage.

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Problems of Democracy When incumbent Katherine Dunton and challenger Dona Highstone tied in a rural school board election in Adak, Alaska, state law required officials to toss a coin to determine the winner, even though Dunton died on the day of the election.

Highstone called heads, but the coin landed tails, making Dunton the winner.

When Guns Are Outlawed Authorities in Riverside, Calif., said they intended to file murder charges in the case of a 30-year-old man who was killed by a 50-pound car battery that crashed through his windshield. California Highway Patrol Officer Joe Ramos said Kevin Harville was following his ex-girlfriend in his sport utility vehicle and bumping her vehicle from behind â&#x20AC;&#x153;for a couple of miles.â&#x20AC;? Then the SUV rolled over a guardrail, and the battery came loose and flew into another vehicle, striking driver Shawn Kettlewell in the head.

Rear Ended A 22-year-old British man celebrating Guy Fawkes Day at a bonfire party with 40 others suffered burns and unspecified internal injuries after inserting a small firecracker called a Black Cat Thunderbolt Rocket into his buttocks and lighting it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone was laughing and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do it,â&#x20AC;? witness Daniel Kassim, 16, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He pulled his trousers down, and it exploded within seconds.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Police who found John Sheehan, 33, lying naked on a tree stump masturbating

in El Cerrito, Calif., arrested him on suspicion of carrying a concealed weapon after he told officers he had a tool in his rectum. Officers drew their guns, and Sheehan removed a 6-inch metal awl wrapped in black electrical tape. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get much more concealed than that,â&#x20AC;?

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Prioritization San Franciscoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to outlaw the use of Styrofoam and other polystyrene products by city restaurants and 8 to 3 to effectively decriminalize the use, sale and cultivation of marijuana by adults.

Cars Shall Not Be Crucified City workers in Greensboro, Ga., confiscated a 6-foot-tall, half-ton statue of Jesus from the front yard of Nickie Marks after officials declared that it violates zoning restrictions and threatens public safety.

City Manager Larry Postell explained that an ordinance bans signs without words in residential areas, pointing out, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a spiritual counselor, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got a spiritual icon in his front yard. I think it constitutes a sign.â&#x20AC;? Pastell added that the ordinance was intended to keep business owners from advertising by welding cars to the tops of large poles.

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o here it is, the week after Thanksgiving, way up in the hills of Vermont â&#x20AC;&#x201D; well, Charlotte. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve â&#x20AC;&#x153;seen some sunshineâ&#x20AC;? recently, as the meteorologists say, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been the kind of fleeting, â&#x20AC;&#x153;almostâ&#x20AC;? sunshine you can easily miss. In Vermont, at the end of November, you often have to rush outside to see the sun. That exceeds the limits of sun worship, as far as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m concerned, So, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d better face it: Winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the way. The light is getting dimmer. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an indescribable feeling in the air â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a combination of huge relief that Thanksgiving is over and utter dread that Christmas is coming. Once again, Americans are marching to the tune of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ready, Set, Shop!â&#x20AC;?

According to Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Los Angeles Times, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Holiday shoppers came out early and spent big across the nation this weekend,â&#x20AC;? shelling out â&#x20AC;&#x153;an average of $360.15â&#x20AC;? per person, â&#x20AC;&#x153;18.9 percent more than last year.â&#x20AC;?

All these â&#x20AC;&#x153;consolesâ&#x20AC;? are why the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Islamo-fascistsâ&#x20AC;? hate us so much â&#x20AC;&#x201D; consoles and cars and clothes and cellphones and diamonds.

Or, as blogger Jason Miller put it on Thomas Paineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner (http://civillibertari an.blogspot.com/), commenting on Thanksgiving weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s notorious â&#x20AC;&#x153;Black Friday,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The unwavering disciples charged into the fray to avoid the unthinkably tragic fate of dying without having the most toys.â&#x20AC;?

Amen. And â&#x20AC;&#x153;Black Fridayâ&#x20AC;? isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cyber Monday,â&#x20AC;? when American workers were expected to spend something like $32 billion on the web in a single day, once they got back to the office and saw what a huge waste of time it was for them to be there.

The Times reports that, as of Monday, â&#x20AC;&#x153;shoppers were encouraged by deals on bigticket electronics, including DVD players, high-definition televisions and new video game consoles.â&#x20AC;?

All these â&#x20AC;&#x153;consoles,â&#x20AC;? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m afraid, are why the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Islamo-fascistsâ&#x20AC;? hate us so much â&#x20AC;&#x201D; consoles and cars and clothes and cellphones and diamonds. Lots of diamonds.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen more ads for diamonds on TV lately than I have in the last 20 years. They seem to pop up automatically between commercials for Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and all those soothing cartoon butterflies telling you what a wonderful nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep their products can provide. That is, if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mind the nausea, headache, dizziness, grogginess, indigestion, diarrhea and â&#x20AC;&#x153;certain rare but fatal side effectsâ&#x20AC;? that go along with it. But it can no longer be doubted by any reasonable mind: Ours is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;ideology of freedomâ&#x20AC;? and theirs is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;ideology of hateâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; even though everyone the LAT managed to interview at the malls on Saturday wished

to hell the â&#x20AC;&#x153;holidaysâ&#x20AC;? were already over with. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take another minute of this!â&#x20AC;? was the general refrain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, Christmas!â&#x20AC;? as my mother used to say when I was growing up â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it was one of her more frequent and dependable out

bursts. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s developed a few stronger ones since, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because of George W.

Bush,â&#x20AC;? as sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prepared to swear on oath.

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Moreover, team owner and Sports Illustrated writer Alexander Wolff has fulfilled his promise to make Vermont’s first-ever probasketball franchise a truly local enterprise.

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Five pre-teens in Frost Heaves Tshirts were cheering the home team. They didn’t seem to notice the heat.

At the start of the second, I retreated to the more temperate climate at court level. There, I asked Wolff how things were going. He sounded cautiously optimistic. “There have been a few behind-the-scenes hiccups,” he said, “but we’re doing it all with two full-time paid staff, and my wife and me . . . I’m just trying to make sure the trains run on time tonight.”

Actually, I clarified, I was wondering what he thought of the game. “We’re not even midway through the second quarter,” he said, switching to sports chatter.

“We’ve got a lot of basketball to play, and they’ve got a pretty deep bench.”

Midway through the second, the Kebekwa showed a brief burst of momentum and closed the Heaves’ lead to six. But with 4:46 left in the half, the Frosties were up 40-28. By now, even the Barre EMS workers were crowding the fire exits, trying to catch a glimpse of the action.

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Downstairs, there was a long line for food, where the vendors were all in street clothes. “The granola seems to be moving well, but the cider’s a better seller,” said one. I could only imagine how the helmet-haired commentators at Fox Sports or ESPN would riff about that. Also for sale were Vermont-raised sausage, chips and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream — all at family-friendly prices.

By midway into the third, the Frost Heaves were on fire, hitting three-pointers and jumpers at will. I struck up a conversation with Meggan McCusker, 22, of Montpelier. She’s the team’s certified athletic trainer, who just graduated from Norwich University in May. “I got hired in August and started with these guys two days after I got married at the end of September,” she said. “This is my life as it exists right now.”

The crowd began thinning somewhat, as some of the younger fans grew restless and cranky. One sitting two rows behind me was 9 months old.

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“Sometimes people call me the owner of this team. I am not the owner,” Wolff told the crowd.

“You all are the owners. You chose our coach, you bought these tickets, you are here standing on your feet to welcome the players, you were courteous to our visitors from north of the border. You made us proud to be Vermonters.”

The crowd cheered as Wolff invited Governor Jim Douglas to toss up the ceremonial jump ball.

Douglas jogged onto the court in running shoes, a dress shirt and pants hiked up high around his waist. He looked a bit out of his element — like a high school math teacher asked to substitute last-minute for the football coach.

Diplomatically, the Kebekwa player let the Heaves win the jump.

The game started as the Kebekwa won the real tip-off, but the Frosties recovered quickly and struck with a pair of three-pointers less than a minute into the quarter.

The Frost Heaves advanced an early lead, but Québec City responded with a resounding dunk. The crowd emitted a collective “oomph!” then clapped politely. It’s not every day you see a slam dunk in this neck of the woods.

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ing some of the upcoming games.

Over the chirp of brand-new sneakers on the floor, he explained some of the different rules adopted by the ABA to make the game more fast-paced. Chief among them is the “3-D rule,” which says that if an opposing player intercepts the ball before it crosses half court, his team can score an extra point on the next shot. Thus, a two-point shot becomes a threepointer; a three-pointer behind the arc becomes a four-pointer.

During one attempted rebound, a Kebekwa player batted the red-white-and-blue ball off the rim. I expected a goaltending whistle, but it never came. My friend explained that there’s no goaltending in the ABA. “That’s a huge difference,” he said. “It’s a free game, baby!”

With 5:23 left in the first, the Heaves took a 20-6 lead, whereupon Québec City called a time out. As I headed across the court, a cop tapped me on the shoulder.

Assuming I’d wandered someplace I wasn’t supposed to be, I flashed my press badge, but he shook his head.

“Is B.J. number 24?” he asked, referring to the Frost Heaves’ guard, B.J. Robertson, Burlington High School’s all-time leading scorer who also played at St. Michael’s College. Here’s a guy who could have taken a CCTA bus to his entire career.

“Um, yeah,” I blurted, reluctant to confess my ignorance of the roster.

With a few minutes left in the first, I made my way up to the rafter seats, where it was about 15

Sears, the courtside announcer.

He’s got one of those baritone voices ideal for such expressions as, “Let’s get ready to r-r-r-r-rumble!” Sears, a neighbor of Wolff ’s in Cornwall, revealed he’s “on loan” from the Middlebury College hockey team, where he’s been calling games for 17 years.

The following Saturday night, he said, the Middlebury coach was letting him out early so he could announce the Heaves’ inaugural game in Burlington.

Sears really seemed to be enjoying himself. “I’ve announced NCAA championship games, and this has that same level of excitement,” he said. “Just seeing the look on Alex’s face is great.”

And, in keeping with the family nature of the team, Sears noted that his 17-year-old daughter, Megan, is the handler for the Frost Heaves’ mascot.

“Handler?” I asked.

“To make sure ‘Bump’ doesn’t bump into anything.”

At the next time out, Sears informed the crowd that there are about 4700 moose in Vermont, with 100 to 200 killed on the highways each year. It was a subtle reminder to fans to drive carefully on their way home.

At halftime, the exits filled with people, as the players filed out the same doors as their fans. Sweaty players waited patiently behind knee-high boys. Among them was Antonio Burks, the 230-pound forward from Texarkana. At 6-foot-5, he towered over a tot in a Red Sox cap, who stared wide-eyed at the double-horseshoe-shaped brand on

Senegal. He was dressed in street clothes and sitting on the bench.

Samantha told me that Konare was a top shot-blocker nationally, the Big South defensive player of the year and a star on the Senegalese national team.

So why’s he on the bench? I asked. She explained that he hadn’t signed his contract as of game time.

“I don’t doubt he’ll be a starter,” she boasted. “If you Google him, you’ll see why.”

With 1:58 left in the game, the Frost Heaves called a substitution.

A new player took the court: Barre Mayor Tom Lauzon.

Apparently, the ABA has lenient rules about who can suit up, part of its ongoing mission to keep the community involved. As the Heaves moved down the court, the mayor was thrown a pass, attempted a shot and got fouled.

The crowd cheered as he went to the line. The pressure was on, but Lauzon missed both tries. Too bad — except for being vertically challenged, Lauzon actually looked pretty natural out there.

The game ended at 9:30 p.m. with a 117-87 Frost Heaves victory.

The stands were littered with programs as families, fans and reporters mobbed the players. Several held their kids on their shoulders and smiled for the TV cameras.

With such a festive feel in the air, I reluctantly headed out into the Aud, half expecting to see the players cutting down the nets.

Granted, this was no championship win. But for Wolff and many local basketball fans, it was definitely one for the history books. �

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o hear Jeffrey Frost tell it, AgRefresh is one of those canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t-fail business concepts thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also perfectly congruent with Vermont values and traditions. An entrepreneur who arrived in Burlington from Los Angeles nearly 20 years ago, Frost came equipped with a repertoire of stylish marketing moves.

For example, he dubs himself a â&#x20AC;&#x153;farm ecology broker,â&#x20AC;? although his actual title is general manager of AgRefresh, the latest in a long line of companies he has sired.

Frostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big idea this time around is to â&#x20AC;&#x153;monetize the environmental benefits of farm-based renewable energy.â&#x20AC;? AgRefresh aims to achieve that outcome by selling shares in manure-to-electricity projects on farms in Vermont and around the country.

In accordance with its ambitious mission, AgRefresh simultaneously hopes to leverage incremental reductions in the greenhouse gases that cause global warming.

Oh, and by the way, it also seeks to resuscitate Vermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agriculture economy, thereby saving the state from the ravages of suburban development.

AgRefresh was founded two years ago as an expression of Frostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;passion in life,â&#x20AC;? which is to help ensure that planetary meltdown does not become an inevitability. In a strategic move, he selected two Vermont dairy farms â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Foster Brothers in Middlebury and Jasper Hill in Greensboro â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to be the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owners.

Because AgRefresh packages a product that Frost has trademarked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pure Farm Energy,â&#x20AC;? it seemed smart, he says, for the company to be controlled and promoted by real-live dairy farmers rather than by a suit from the Coast.

Finding partners â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who could potentially receive up to $50,000 or more a year from share sales â&#x20AC;&#x201D; has been a focus of the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initial efforts. To qualify for proceeds, farms have to be equipped with anaerobic digesters, the gizmo that converts cow plop into kilowatts. Besides producing a renewable form of energy, the digesters reduce the amount of methane discharged from manure pits. Methane ranks as the second leading greenhouse gas, after carbon dioxide, and has 23 times the potency of CO2 as a contributor to the warming effect, Frost says.

AgRefresh currently has partner arrangements with two farms in Washington State, one in Wisconsin and one in Vermont â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Clark Hinsdale Jr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nordic Farms in Charlotte. Frost says another Vermont dairy operation is about to sign up. And several more will follow, he predicts, as the biodigester technology becomes more affordable for smaller-scale farms.

Where does the money come from? The firm is selling shares of Pure Farm Energy to companies interested in compensating for their own â&#x20AC;&#x153;carbon footprint.â&#x20AC;? By paying to help sustain manure-to-power projects on dairy farms, which account for about a third of methane emissions in the United States, corporations can, in effect, offset the discharges from their own heating, cooling and transportation systems, Frost explains.

That amounts to a double whammy of environmental benefits.

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Both kinds of businesses will prove increasingly responsive when AgRefresh presents them with its prospectus, suggests Mateo Kehler, co-owner of Jasper Hill Farm and of AgRefresh. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Particularly with the geopolitical reality weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been seeing develop in the last few years, more and more people are willing to invest in farm-based energy,â&#x20AC;? Kehler observes.

In countries that have signed the Kyoto Accord to combat global warming, eco-exchanges of the kind AgRefresh envisions are already taking shape, Frost points out. With 23,000 bio-digesters operating today in Germanyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; compared to about 150 in the United States â&#x20AC;&#x201D; farmers and investors in some parts of Europe are building a model that many more Americans will eventually be compelled to adopt, Frost asserts.

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While insisting that AgRefresh is sure to succeed, Frost acknowledges that his startups have all â&#x20AC;&#x153;crashedâ&#x20AC;? in the past. This latest venture faces competition from what Frost estimates are half a dozen better-established organizations around the country selling â&#x20AC;&#x153;renewable energy certificatesâ&#x20AC;? and similar investment instruments. His own companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach will prove far more effective in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, Frost maintains â&#x20AC;&#x201D; though itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not clear that the world will get to find out whether heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right.

On the upside, AgRefresh has situated itself in a business environment where companies of its kind typically enjoy favored treatment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just so easy to operate in Vermont,â&#x20AC;? Frost says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The utilities are receptive, and the regulatory community is doing everything it can to support this kind of thing.â&#x20AC;?

The tradeoffs weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re promoting are voluntary today, but they could become mandatory tomorrow.

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Indeed, Frost foresees that â&#x20AC;&#x153;in five to 10 years, energy will be as big a source of cash flow for the ag sector as food production.â&#x20AC;?

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hundreds of billions of dollars? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right,â&#x20AC;? Frost affirms.

AgRefresh would thus appear to be setting a course toward a greener future. Trouble is, Frost has yet to sell any shares in Pure Farm Energy.

AgRefresh initially approached the academic market, thinking it could capitalize on the growing movement on some campuses to lessen the impact of global warming. That tack didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t succeed, says Kyle Jongerden, AgRefreshâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marketing maven.

Jongerden has since been â&#x20AC;&#x153;cold-callingâ&#x20AC;? companies in Vermont and other states, but none of these solicitations has yielded a positive result. A 22year-old graduate of the University of Vermont, Jongerden recently switched from a salaried to a commissioned basis with AgRefresh. A U.S. Department of Agriculture grant that helped launch the business is about to expire. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The well is dry,â&#x20AC;? Jongerden noted in a telephone interview from Utah, where he is working as a bellhop

For example, Vermont has established a Clean Energy Development Fund that is making hundreds of thousands of dollars available to farms which lack the capital to install biodigesters and similar technologies. Central Vermont Public Service, the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest utility, has meanwhile pioneered a way of rewarding farmers for producing power from renewable sources. Hundreds of Central Vermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s customers have been paying a premium for their electricity through the utilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2year-old Cow Power program.

AgRefresh isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t only about altruism, says Kehler, who with his brother Andy makes five varieties of cheeses from the milk produced by their 40 Ayreshires. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our mission is to create models that will help farms retain value at the farm gate,â&#x20AC;? Kehler says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Energy fits into that model.â&#x20AC;?

Kehler says he views AgRefresh as just as important in its economic aspects as in its environmental aims. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I see this as a way of responding to the threat facing Vermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agricultural economy,â&#x20AC;? Kehler says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The commodity milk pricing system will no longer support a working landscape in our state. And in order to save what I consider the most beautiful place on the planet from suburban development, we need a viable agricultural economy. AgRefresh can contribute to that â&#x20AC;&#x201D; maybe in a big way.â&#x20AC;? ďż˝

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he story is strange but true: A Vermont girl finds success as a congressional page and college freshman, then gets married at 19, has three children by 25 — and suddenly finds herself single and homeless, raising her family in a car. And that’s before she wrote it all STORY down and sold the memoir to a major pubKEVIN O’CONNOR lisher. She now has a house and an underground hit.

“My own journey into homelessness did IMAGES not begin with drug use, alcoholism or any of JEB WALLACE- the other things we, as a society, so often BRODEUR attribute to such a downward spiral,” 9:59:41 AM Michelle Kennedy begins her book Without a Net: Middle Class and Homeless (with Kids) in America. “Instead, I followed my bliss right into the back of a Subaru station wagon.”

By day, Kennedy was just another mother toting children and charge slips to the Laundromat and library. But by night, she was an anything-but-typical motorist circling around town for a clandestine place to park — and sleep.

“Making the leap from given-everyopportunity, spoiled-in-every-way middleclass child to boring, middle-class housewife and eventually to homeless single mother should be harder than it is,” the 34-year-old Chelsea resident writes in her book. “In reality, it doesn’t take much more than a series of bad judgment calls and wrong decisions that, at the time, appear to be perfectly reasonable and in most cases for the better.”

Kennedy’s tale has a happy ending. But the 158 pages that came before it are repeated daily by the homeless parents of more than 1 million American children, statistics show. Families are the fastest growing segment of people without shelter, now totaling almost 40 percent of the nation’s homeless.

That’s why Kennedy is sharing her story.

“My idea was to let people see this through different eyes,” she says. “I got good grades, I went to a good college, I was a page in the U.S. Senate. It’s not just people who are alcoholics or panhandlers or drug addicts. People can make wrong choices and end up living in their car.”

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Growing up, Kennedy appeared to be steering in the right direction. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she moved to the central Vermont town of Chelsea — population 1256 — when she was 12. As a high school junior, she served as a congressional page. (“Nothing exciting happened to me,” she says in reference to the recent scandal.)

Upon graduation, she won admission to American University in Washington, D.C. Kennedy roomed with a boyfriend in an apartment just outside the capital. He was a computer technician with a head for numbers. Her mind leaned more toward adventure — “in my ever-growing stack of books: mushers, bush pilots, midwifes in the backwoods.”

Scraping by for money, Kennedy learned she’d qualify for more financial aid if she got married. And so, at 19, she did. But turning her boyfriend into a husband distanced her from single classmates wedded to their studies and the Washington social scene. She dropped out of school after her freshman year and soon became pregnant.

Fourteen months after having a son, Kennedy gave birth to a daughter. At first, her biggest problem as a suburban D.C. housewife was spilled juice on the white carpet.

Then she and her husband charged everything from children’s toys to cable TV on their credit cards, and faced a puddle of red ink.

One day Kennedy noticed her husband reading a ragged copy of Henry David Thoreau’s diary of simple living, Walden.

The next night, he announced that he’d quit his job so the family could move north to a cabin in the woods.

By now Kennedy had two preschoolers and a third child on the way. But a month after giving birth, she followed her husband to an unnamed place off an unpaved road in the uppermost reaches of Maine. “A place where the majority of accepted currency is Canadian” is how she sums it up.

Their cabin had no electricity, no running water, no insulation — just a lone room with a kerosene lamp, a wood cook

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stove and some mismatched furniture salvaged from a Winnebago. Everyone slept on the floor that first night. “I lay there, awake, between my sleeping children, wondering what on Earth I had gotten myself into.” She didn’t know this was luxury compared to what was coming.

For Kennedy, the cabin was a time machine, propelling her back three centuries to the life of the pioneers. “Nothing could have prepared us for homelessness better than a year without the amenities that most people in the modern age take for granted,” she writes. “Bathing became a ritual straight out of Little House on the Prairie. A large washtub in the kitchen area was filled with snow and then as it melted, water from the kettle was added. Eventually, a reasonably pleasant bathing experience could be had by anyone under 4 feet tall.”

Kennedy viewed it all as an adventure.

When her husband left for a week at a time to work as a logger, she’d read books such as the biography of the first woman to win the 1135-mile Iditarod dogsled race across Alaska. Soon after, Kennedy was raising her own huskies.

Then her husband lost his job. To make ends meet, Kennedy became a bartender in a nearby town. One day she received a call at work. It was the hospital. One of her dogs had brutally bitten her daughter’s face.

Some 300 stitches later, Kennedy learned that her husband hadn’t been watching the chil-

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Without a refrigerator, she couldn’t spend $2 and change for a gallon of milk, but instead had to pay $1 for a single-serving pint. But with a steady paycheck, she didn’t qualify for food stamps. dren. Within a month — just after Mother’s Day and the removal of her daughter’s stitches — she cashed her $150 paycheck, packed up her youngsters and left her husband.

Kennedy spent almost $100 on gas, food and a motel room by the time she reached the small harbor town of Belfast, Maine, 150 miles to the south. She remembers that it had been snowing at the cabin. But when she saw the coast, the sun was burning bright.

Kennedy noticed that a new pub and grill was about to open. She asked if they were hiring. A week later, she was waiting tables and helping behind the bar. “If I couldn’t give [my children] cable TV and brand-new clothes, then I could give them this — days at the beach,” she writes. “And I would give them running water and electricity and a normal school in the fall.” But first, she’d have to live through summer.

Kennedy settled into her $40-a-night motel room. Cheap, she thought. Then she multiplied that out to $280 a week and $1120 a month. Her waitress job paid $2.12 an hour plus tips. On a busy Friday, she might make $100. But on a typical Tuesday?

Perhaps only $10.

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She surveyed the possibilities for camping out: A small beach at the end of Main Street. A state park a few miles outside of town. A nearby truck stop with a pay shower.

Then she thought about her children: Matthew, then 5; Lydia, 3; and Alex, 14 months old. A babysitter would cost $3 to $4 an hour per child. With three, that would total almost $300 a week. And so Kennedy parked her car just outside the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen door, tucked her trio in the backseat and went to work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even with the knowledge that what I am doing is for the best and knowing that the children are, indeed, safe, my anxiety still works on me like a jackhammer,â&#x20AC;? she writes of that time almost a decade ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Between every drink I make and every wipe of the bar, I am thinking: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What kind of mother would let her kids sleep in the car?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What kind of mother would tend bar for a living?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What kind of mother would take her kids from their father and think this is a better life?â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

After work, Kennedy would drive to a secluded spot, lay her head on the steering wheel, and fall asleep. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, I always wanted a house on the water,â&#x20AC;? sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d think to herself, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and now I have one.â&#x20AC;?

Waking up, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d wash at a truck-stop shower. Hungry, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d cook ramen noodles on campground grills. She stored clothes, cooking utensils and bedtime books in three plastic containers stuffed in the trunk. She banked her tips in a videocassette box in the glove compartment.

Kennedy quickly discovered that you need to be rich to be poor. Without a refrigerator, she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spend $2 and change for a gallon of milk, but instead had to pay $1 for a single-serving pint. Without a pantry, she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t buy staples like cereal in bulk. But with a steady paycheck, she didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t qualify for food stamps or housing assistance.

She lived this way for a week, then a month, and then an entire summer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cramped in the fetal position in the front seat of the car, while the kids are stretched out in the back, I yell at God in my head,â&#x20AC;? she writes in her book. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s he going to do? There are far bigger problems in this world than us living in a car.â&#x20AC;?

The solution, Kennedy would discover, was growing in her glove compartment. Two months after she started to waitress, she counted up $1000 in savings. A month later, she found a two-bedroom apartment for $550 a month. More incredibly, the landlord didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require the last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rent.

It was so anticlimactic. After

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three months of living in her car, Kennedy had a home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All it took was one nice person willing to just take a chance.â&#x20AC;?

In her case, there were two.

Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grateful to the landlord â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and to John Hogan, the coworker who fell in love with her the moment she asked for a job.

But Kennedy has reaped praise from reviews in The New York Times and the Washington Post, and won Elle magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Readers Prize. The Lifetime cable television channel flirted with turning the book into a movie. Talk-show producers penciled in and then erased an on-air interview. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I almost got on Oprah â&#x20AC;&#x201D; twice. The book teetered on >> 39A

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That was the summer of 1997. Kennedy went on to marry Hogan and to give birth to sons Liam in 1998 and Jack two years ago. In between she started writing a series of nine parenting books with titles such as Eating, Sleeping, Tantrums and Manners. Then she read Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America, journalist Barbara Ehrenreichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s firsthand account of working a low-wage job.

Kennedy grew angrier with every page. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The girl can write, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get me wrong, but sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a single woman who rented a car and had money and an insurance card to fall back on.â&#x20AC;?

Kennedy knew poor people didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have such safety nets.

She typed a 2500-word rant.

To her surprise, Salon.com printed it in 2001. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just wrote it and sent it,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was it. I was never going to write another word about it.â&#x20AC;?

Then an agent suggested she tell the rest of the story. Kennedy spent a year reshaping her homeless summer into a work of fiction, â&#x20AC;&#x153;mainly because I was really ashamed and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever want to admit to people, especially those that I knew, that I had ever been homeless.â&#x20AC;?

The agent rejected it.

Kennedy threw out the novel and tried again, this time sticking to the facts. Viking published the hardcover last year; this past winter Penguin released the paperback. The books came just after she and her family had decided to buy her parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; old place back in Chelsea, a halfway point on the back road between Barre and South Royalton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You worry about what people are going to think, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had my share of negative comments,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t I give my kids up for adoption?

Why did I have so many kids to begin with? Why didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t I leave the bum sooner? Why didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t I stay with the bum longer? People say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You made such dumb decisions.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Well, at the time they seemed to be perfectly reasonable decisions. I thought I was making choices for the better.â&#x20AC;?

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that border between being really popular and not, and it just didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite make the jump.â&#x20AC;?

Her memoir, however, continues to spin a story. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even though itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a New York Times bestseller, it seems to have created an underground â&#x20AC;&#x201D; people who deal with homeless and poverty issues, high schools, book groups. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m shocked by how many college classes are using it. You think of homelessness and poverty being issues people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to talk about, but people are really interested.â&#x20AC;?

And so Kennedy continues to speak out. She travels once a

Kennedy practices what she preaches. She has given up credit cards and cable TV. She fuels her household with her garden, her woodlot, her sheep and llama â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just kind of like them to mow the lawnâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and wages she and Hogan earn from occasional work, â&#x20AC;&#x153;because being a not-well-known author doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pay very well.â&#x20AC;?

For Kennedy, letting go isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just a physical action but also a state of mind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am so much more relaxed as a parent. A lot of my feelings were buying into a culture that says if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not providing certain things for your chil-

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Kennedy has traded in one other thing: her old car. She now finds shelter in a loving husband, five healthy children, a farmhouse in Vermont and a career that lets her travel cross-country.

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Heaven Can’t Wait ock history is full of fallen idols, Icarus-like figures with a penchant for flying a little too high. A handful of them have more in common than an affinity for excess: Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix and Kurt Cobain all merged with the infinite in their 27th year. Coincidence, or a metaphysical smoking gun?

New York-based author, musician and filmmaker Ian Halperin is betting on the latter. His “rock musical satirical play,” 27 Heaven, which makes its debut at the FlynnSpace this week, features the aforementioned superstars searching for the meaning of afterlife. Along the way, the deceased rockers reveal a lot about the posthuman condition.

Halperin, 42, is the author of seven books, including bestsellers Fire & Rain: The James Taylor Story and Celine Dion: Behind the Fairytale. But he’s not just a soft-rock scribe. Halperin won an award for investigative journalism from Rolling Stone magazine, and went undercover to expose the ugly side of the modeling industry for the book Shut Up & Smile. Then there’s the controversial tome Love & Death: The Murder of Kurt Cobain, which he co-wrote with Max Wallace. That work, which later formed the basis for the Halperin-directed film The Cobain Case, collects evidence that directly contradicts the official report of suicide.

27 Heaven opens with a recently deceased and rather confused Cobain meeting Hendrix, Joplin and Morrison at the Great Gig in the Sky. The three elder musicians attempt to get the grunge legend to join them on the “next level,” a sort of spirit-world glee club reserved for entertainers who expired at age 27. But a lot has changed since these rockers challenged the terrestrial system. Hendrix, for instance, is no longer the psychedelic prophet of guitarmageddon, but rather a staunch advocate for a drug-free Paradise.

In addition to conceiving and writing the script, Halperin composed the music for 27 Heaven. A saxophonist and composer who traveled the world with his own group, he brings plenty of experience to the project.

He also had an active hand — along with director Adam Roebuck — in casting for the production.

27 Heaven will undertake a severalmonth tour before landing on Broadway next year. In this respect, it’s closer to a rock ’n’ roll outing than a traditional play. Seven Days recently chatted with the author/musician from his Big Apple abode.

SEVEN DAYS: Since there’s not a lot of advance info about the show, can you tell me what it’s all about?

IAN HALPERIN: It opens at the time of Kurt Cobain’s death, and he wakes up in socalled heaven and has to decide whether to go through these gates with the other three — Joplin, Hendrix and Morrison. He’s initially gonna do it, but then he sees the changes that have gone on with them.

They’re a little whacked, different and sort of erratic. So Kurt has his doubts. Then there’s this debate about their beings, their souls and their impact.

SD: You’ve worn a lot of different creative hats — biographer, musician and filmmaker. How does 27 Heaven fit into your overall body of work?

IH: A lot of people today wear different hats. But this definitely incorporates a lot.

It’s sort of an extension of what I’ve previously done. I’m also interested in spirituality, and it has elements of that.

SD: What made you want to try your hand at playwriting?

IH: What’s concerning to me is that the >> 43A

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Musicians especially.

SD: Is that why you’re focusing on dead rock stars?

IH: I’ve always had ideas about the so-called “27 Club” and the four of them. Because 27 is such a pivotal year in people’s lives. In doing the research, I spoke with psychologists, sociologists — all about 27. I found that people often try to sleep through that year, because it’s so intense. The fact that these icons all died at that age I found so fascinating. I really wanted to dig into it and explore much deeper.

SD: So you think there’s a mystical significance to that number?

IH: Absolutely. I actually spoke to numerologists, and they’ve all said it’s very powerful. A lot of the youth are obsessed with it,

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SD: Some might consider a play about a quartet of dead rockers to be kind of morbid. What would you say to that?

IH: I’d say they’re leading morbid lives! It’s a work of art. Not as bright as Annie Get Your Gun, this play, but we’re in 2006. It mixes rock, spirituality and comedy all in one. It’ll make people think, but it’s not a depression show.

SD: But you have to admit, our culture certainly has a fixation with death. Are you making any kind of comment on this?

IH: Absolutely. Because death is the unknown. And we all know the mortality rate is 100 percent.

SD: So it’s hard not to be obsessed.

IH: There you go. Everyone is curious about it, myself included. And this will stretch the imagination as to what it could be.

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There are all kinds of theories, and we really go through it in this play.

SD: You don’t think that’s too heady for an audience to wrap their minds around?

IH: No. If there’s one thing the play won’t be, it’s boring and over the top. There’s definitely substance to the spiritual factors.

SD: You’ve written extensively about Kurt Cobain’s possible murder — now he’s a character in your play. Do you think perhaps you’re obsessed with him?

IH: No, no. I’ve done so many other projects. Maybe if you’re in the rock world it might seem like that! But this play doesn’t address the murder theory. It’s a whole different ball game. It’s the rock stars’ fictitious conversations in heaven.

SD: Do you have a personal opinion about how Cobain died?

IH: I definitely think that the scientific evidence shows it to be impossible that he killed himself.

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IH: Over 3000 people auditioned for this play. I guess that shows you the state of acting in New York! Really, though, it was a zoo. They were lining up outside at 7 in the morning dressed as Hendrix and Joplin, drinking whiskey and Southern Comfort.

They really went to extremes.

What I didn’t realize before is how much young women look up to Janis Joplin. Some of them were begging and pleading for the part, ’cause she was their idol, their liberator.

SD: Are you a fan of these dead musicians’ work?

IH: The one I admire most is Hendrix. Being a musician myself, I respect someone who really commands the craft. We’ve not seen such an innovator on guitar since.

SD: How do you think the stars would feel about appearing as characters in your play?

IH: I think they’d find it creative. It keeps their legacy alive, but also makes a statement about four profound individuals. All of them were highly intellectual, so hopefully they’d be honored by the tribute paid to them. But, like it or not, it’s still interpretation. And that’s beautiful. �

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But if you’d visited the page in late October, you would have found some surprising information. Under “Student Activities,” you would have read, “At EHS students are free to do whatever they wish in their time after school,” the text read.

“This policy has lead to the creation of the

ing “quick” — Wikipedia is not a traditional reference resource. Unlike the Encyclopedia Britannica, a for-profit product written and edited by professionals, Wikipedia is run by the nonprofit Wikimedia Foundation, and is written and edited by anyone who signs up for a free account. These volunteer Wikipedians could be scholars, hobbyists — or destructive punks pent on promulgating Zombie lore. You never know whose words you’ll get.

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Anyone who clicked on the page after Chrono Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attack would have seen the bogus information â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but not for long. Like many Wikipedians, Brown routinely patrols his contributions, watching for vandals. He caught Chrono Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distortions within a matter of hours and de-Zombified the page.

Then he de-Zombified it again, after Chrono King reposted his misinformation.

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f you’ve yet to visit Artpath Gallery, the show on view through January 2007 is a good reason for seeking it out. The secluded hallway venue is EXHIBIT located in the Wing Building, near Helene Amses, the King Street Dock on Burlington’s pastels; Ellis waterfront. Artpath has consistently Jacobson, new hosted topnotch exhibitions since its sculptures; inception earlier in this decade. The Kenji Katakura, abstract por- current four-person offering includes traits; and Jane large-scale mixed-media collages by Pincus, acrylic Jane Pincus, abstract landscapes in collages. pastel by Helene Amses, and Kenji Artpath Gallery, Burlington. Katakura’s expressive portraits of ficThrough tive faces. There’s also a 4-feet-across, January. deeply creased sculptural countenance, like that of a benevolent elderARTWORK ly deity, crafted by gallery founder “House of Ellis Jacobson.

Dreams” by The posted materials list for Jane Pincus Jacobson’s “Final Gift” states: “The PHOTO sculpture which is on display here was Marc Awodey created with 600 pounds of clay, cast in 500 pounds of plaster, and 50 hours of papier-mâché construction.”

It reflects the distinctive Vermont monumental puppetry style that Jacobson pioneered in collusion with the Bread and Puppet Theater. The floating, white-haired Caucasian face is folded into mountain-and-valley contours, making it look a thousand years old.

Amses’ pastels are delicate abstract landscapes emphasizing geometric forms. “October Afternoon,” for example, is divided into horizontal bands of color. A row of fiery vermillion foliage — about 15 trees melded

into a swath of uniform hue — fills the middle third of the 16-by-18-inch composition.

Variations in value and rhythmic strokes impart light and define depth in Amses’ simplified vistas. Coarse horizontal shading on the smooth pond surface of “Pond 3,” a 7-by-13inch landscape, depicts the reflection of a stand of trees at the pond’s edge,

cally mummify the figure.

Pincus’ are the largest paintings in the show, and the mixed-media collages are rich with symbolic and chromatic complexities. Like two-dimensional dollhouses, the paintings present compartmentalized rooms under pitched roofs. The 36-inch-square canvas “House of Dreams” is a quartered bungalow with a bedroom at

Romare Bearden, an artist considered by many to be the greatest collagist of the 20th century: She actually met Bearden near the end of his life, in 1988. Pincus’ visionary aesthetics and technical mastery of collage qualify her as one of the strongest contemporary painters in Vermont.

Jacobson’s bio notes that, in addition to being a theater artist,

Artpath has consistently hosted topnotch exhibitions since its inception earlier in this decade. higher in the composition. “Pond 3” presents more muted hues than does “October Afternoon,” but it’s an equally exciting little piece, by virtue of Amses’ confident mark making.

Katakura’s acrylic “portraits” are all vertically oriented, like newspaper headshots, and painted with almost violent spontaneity. Each of his 12 24-by-30-inch canvasses also features a turquoise and pale purple harmony.

Viscous brush strokes, often about 2 inches wide, are a Katakura hallmark.

“Gluttonous Mass” contains typically crisscrossed brush strokes that practi-

upper left; a lion rests on an easy chair in the room at the right. Pincus’ symbolism is obscure, yet vibrant and playful. Matisse-like figures and floral shapes tumble in pale green spaces beyond the walls of the house.

“House of Reconciliation and of the Spirits” is a 40-by-60-inch, fourstory structure alive with figures and sharp-edged collage details. It’s an elaborate crazy quilt of reds, turquoise, deep alizarin crimson and black, laid out with varied weights of line. Pincus’ artist’s statement indicates she is directly influenced by

sculptor and arts educator, he’s also a “gallerist and founder of Artpath Gallery in Burlington.” The word “gallerist” is new to the cultural scene — it doesn’t even appear in Webster’s dictionary. Referring to an artist who administers a gallery showing more than his or her own work, the word has gained a respectable connotation in fine-art circles.

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CAST SYSTEM An elegant exhibition of 17 naturalistic bronzes by Elaine Franz Witten are featured at the T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier until December 21. Witten’s works are cast in the traditional lost-wax technique. Her forms, such as “Doves I & II” (pictured) are reduced to essential shapes that emphasize movement as the interplay of positive and negative space. These birds might even be considered turtledoves.

OPENINGS VERMONT PHOTO GROUP: An annual exhibit and sale of a variety of images by 16 local photographers. Uncommon Grounds, Burlington, 865-6227. Reception November 30, 6-8 p.m. Through December 24.

‘DEVELOP, DESTROY, PURSUIT’: A group show featuring eight photographers who documented snowboarding in the 1990s. Pursuit Gallery, Wing Building, Burlington, 8623883. Reception December 1, 5-10 p.m.

Through January 1.

‘OFF THE WALL’: A group show in multiple media by members. 215 College Artists' Cooperative Gallery, Burlington, 863-3662.

Reception December 1, 5-8 p.m. Through January 21.

‘GATHERING LIGHT’: A group show featuring paintings by Alison Goodwin and 14 other Vermont artists. Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery, Shelburne, 985-3848. Reception December 1, 6-8 p.m. Through January 30.

KIT DONNELLY, KARLA VAN VLIET & BARBAR CONNOR: Paintings by the so-called Hardscrabble Artists. Walkover Gallery, Bristol, 453-7011. Reception December 1, 59 p.m. Through December.

TIMOTHY GRANNIS: "Small Miracles," new works by the designer-goldsmith; and DOROTHY MARTINEZ: "Moments of Peace," paintings. Grannis Gallery, Burlington, 6602032. Reception December 1, 5-8 p.m.

Through December.

‘PROFFERING THE PRAISEWORTHY PRESENT’: A seasonal gift show featuring the gallery's roster of artists. Cooler Gallery & Shop, White River Junction, 295-8008.

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YESTERMORROW EXHIBITION & SALE: Instructors, interns and friends offer paintings, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, furniture and more. Yestermorrow Design/Build School, Warren, 496-5545. Reception December 2, 6-9 p.m. Through December 10.

20TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT: Chittenden County's oldest gallery celebrates two decades with an exhibit of paintings by Carolyn Walton, Elizabeth Allen, Eric Tobin and Mitzi Valentine Goward; jewelry by Tineke Russell; and decoupage accessories

by Jain Doremus. Luxton-Jones Gallery, Shelburne, 985-8223. Reception December 2,

3-7 p.m. Through December.

‘SNOW DAYS: ADDISON COUNTY IN WINTER’: Photographs of early snow scenes and recreational activities; and decorations recreating Christmas from a century past. Henry Sheldon Museum, Middlebury, 388-2117.

Open House December 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and December 3, noon - 4 p.m. Through January.

GENE PARENT: Watercolors featuring the beauty of Vermont. Vermont Chocolatiers, Northfield, 485-8266. Reception December 2, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Through December 30.

‘BABY WANTS ART FOR XMAS’: A dozen Vermont artists offer artistic presents for under $100. Nina Gaby Studio and Gallery, Brookfield, 276-3726. Open houses December 2 & 3, 10, 16, 23 & 24, 3-6 p.m., or by appointment through January 7.

‘THE CRAFT OF ART’: A holiday group show featuring works in multiple media by 15 artists, plus collectibles and Christmas ornaments from around the world. BigTown Gallery, Rochester, 767-9670. Reception December 2, 4:30-8:30 p.m. Through January 7.

JOAN MACKENZIE & JANII PETERSON: Animal paintings and woven chenille wearables, respectively. Art on Main, Bristol, 453-4032. Reception December 2, 5:30-7 p.m. Through December 30.

‘CELEBRATE’: Artworks in all media by members of SPA on all three floors. Studio Place Arts, Barre, 479-7069. Reception December 2, 6-8 p.m. Sunday Tea December 3, 4-6 p.m. Through December 30.

‘YOUNG ARTISTS’ EXHIBITION’: Artworks by students from Mt. Mansfield, BFA Fairfax and Pine Ridge schools. Bryan Memorial Gallery, Jeffersonville, 644-5100. Reception December 3, 2-4 p.m. Through December 16.

GEORGE LAWRENCE & JACQUELYN JIMOI: Paintings in oil, acrylic and pastel.

Tunbridge Public Library, 889-9404.

Reception December 3, 2-4 p.m. Through January 20.

‘HOLIDAY WRAPPINGS’: Small, affordable works on paper by more than 20 local artists. The Painted Caravan Gallery, Johnson, 635-1700. Reception December 3, 3-8 p.m. Through December 24.

JASON RYAN OSTERHOUT: Abstract paintings in acrylic. Governor's Office, Pavilion Building, Montpelier, 828-0749. Reception December 5, 3-5 p.m. Through January.

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‘POW WOW HIGHWAY’: A book discussion in conjunction with an exhibit and film series on Native American identity. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 656-0750. November 29, 7:30 p.m.

NOONTIME ART PROGRAM: Margaret Tamulonis, manager of collections and exhibitions, gives a talk entitled "Ancient Curios, Devil Masks and Vermont Landscapes: The Fleming Collects." Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 656-0750. November 29, 12:15 p.m.

‘POW WOW HIGHWAY’: The film exploring Native American identity is shown in conjunction with a current exhibit. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 656-0750.

November 30, 7 p.m.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK: More than 40 galleries and other art exhibitors stay open to welcome walkers; Art Maps at participating venues. Burlington, 264-4839. December 1, 5-8 p.m.

SHELBURNE VILLAGE STROLL: Art venues around town invite viewers to make a night of it. December 1, 6-8 p.m.

BRISTOL GALLERY WALK: Bristol's Friends of the Arts host their first-ever stroll around art venues and storefronts in the village, 453-3188. December 1, 5-9 p.m.

CASEY BLANCHARD: Collagraphs, monoprints and drypoint etching. 459 Thompson Road, Shelburne, 985-8922. Open studio, holiday specials, benefit for Vermont Commons School, December 2, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

CAROL MACDONALD, MARY HILL & BARBARA K. WATERS: Paintings and monoprints. Carol MacDonald Studio, Colchester, 862-9037 (call for directions). Open house and sale December 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and December 3, noon - 4 p.m.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: Refreshments in the Kim Gallery and live performances in Loew Auditorium help kick off the season while surrounded by art. Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603-646-2808.

December 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Artful gifts in pottery, wooden bowls, jewelry, photography, crafts and more. Chandler Art Gallery, Randolph, 728-9463. Thursday - Sunday through December 23, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

GABRIEL BORAY: Oil paintings. Daily Planet, Burlington, 655-9630. December 1-31.

AXEL STOHLBERG: Abstract paintings.

Marilyn's, Burlington, 658-4050. Through December.

MICHAEL LEVY: Photography, Pickering Room; and MAGGIE STANDLEY: Paintings, Mezzanine Gallery; and RAY VOIDE: "Cyrano & Friends," paintings, Mezzanine Gallery.

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 865-7211.

December 1-31.

GROUP SHOW: Sculpture by Keith Wagner; SEABA Folio Project; photography by Larry Broder, Kristina Drobny and Jim Rathmell; and paintings by Jane Horner and Jill Madden. All four floors of the Maltex Building, Burlington, 865-7166. December 1-31.

‘WILD PEOPLE, WILD PLACES: WINTER’: Black-and-white and color images of Vermont and beyond by Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson. City Market, Burlington, 8633659. December 1-31.

‘GIFTS TO CHERISH’: Fine art and crafts by Vermont artists in multiple media. Shelburne Art Center, 985-3648. Through January 4.

STEFAN BUMBECK: "Bike.Robot.Machine," a series of paintings exploring a robot's search for truth and the connections between people and their machines. Red Square, Burlington, 859-8909. December 1-31.

CARRIE R. DIEHL: "Ode to Vermont," acrylic landscape and treescape paintings. Penny Cluse Café, Burlington, 373-1188. Through December 15.

‘AFFORDABLE ART’: Art and craft by local artists, free gift wrapping. Studio STK, Burlington, 657-3333. Through December 22.

CASEY BLANCHARD: Collagraphs, monoprints and drypoint etchings. Village Wine & Coffee, Shelburne, 985-8922. Through December.

‘MONTPELIER TO THAILAND’: Artworks by Montpelier High School students following a trip to the village of Ban Sa Som in Thailand. Allen House Multicultural Art Gallery, Room 103, UVM, Burlington, 6567990. Through January 7.

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Through January 5.

GREGORY GIORDANO: "Blam! Ka-Pow!!" The comic art of Flameape; also, DOSTIE: "Paintings for the Apocalypse." Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Second Floor Gallery, Burlington, 865-5849. Through December 13.

‘STUDIO SHOW’: Works by members of Burlington City Arts' photography, clay and printmaking studios. Firehouse Gallery, Burlington, 865-7166. Through December 17.

LORALEH HARRIS: Artisan-crafted naturalfiber clothing. 180 Flynn Avenue, Burlington, 373-5150. Thursdays or by appointment through December 16.

JENNIFER PIERSTORFF: "The Pharmaceutical Culture: Access to Medicine," still-life paintings by the pharmacy technician that address lack of health insurance and pharmaceutical industry profits. Allen House Multicultural Art Gallery, UVM, Burlington, 233-0040. Through November.

JACKIE MANGIONE-GARDEN: "Vermont Garden and Landscape Series," watercolors.

Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 8786955. Through November.

LEAH WITTENBERG: Environmental cartoons on themes of global warming, peak oil, air pollution and more. Center for Community and Neighborhoods, 82 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 864-3556. Through December 10.

ANN CLAYTON BARLOW: "Intimate Landscapes," silver gelatin photographs taken with Holga plastic camera. Speeder & Earl's, 412 Pine St., Burlington, 8599222. Through November.

MARINA EPSTEIN: Paintings in oil and tempera. Maltex Building, Burlington, http://hermitage-gallery.com. Through April 15.

HOMER WELLS & EBEN MARKOWSKI: "Form and Time," dynamic works in metal, wax and video. Flynndog, Burlington, 8632227. Through January 10.

‘STAGE TO STUDIO: WORKS BY NANCY STONE’: The Lyric Theatre artist-in-residence shows her vividly colored interpretations of Lyric productions and other Flynn performances. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center, Burlington, 652-4500. Through December.

STEWART MCHENRY: Photography of people and places from the Middle East to the Northeast Kingdom. Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 8657211. Through November.

NICHOLAS CHAPPELL: Paintings. Red Square, Burlington, 859-8909. Through November.

MATTHEW THORSEN: Unique photographs in handmade frames. Blue Star Café, Winooski, 655-8700. Through November.

KATHARINE MONTSTREAM: Landscape and figurative painting in oil and watercolor.

Art's Alive Gallery, Union Station, Burlington, 865-1557. Through November.

GRAHAM KEEGAN: Paintings and installation. SEABA Office, 180 Flynn Ave., Burlington, 859-9222. Through December.

JORDAN DOUGLAS: Liquid emulsion photographs. Artspace 150, The Men's Room, Burlington, 864-2088. Through December.

‘LAND’: A group exhibition featuring works

by Maria Chmomentowski, J.A. Davis, Peter Fried, Bruce Hathaway, J.E. Horner, Mary Long and Carol Norton. VCAM Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Burlington, 660-4335. Through January 12.

HELENE AMSES: "Seasonal Transitions," pastels; and ELLIS JACOBSON: New sculptures; and KENJI KATAKURA: Abstract portraits; and JANE PINCUS: Fanciful acrylic collages. Artpath Gallery, Wing Building, Burlington, 563-2273. Through January.

‘ARTIFACT SHOW’: Usable goods by artists from Vermont and beyond, as well as wall art and vintage collectibles. Pine Street Art Works, Burlington, 863-8100. Through December.

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by Marc Awodey. Listings are restricted to exhibits in truly public places; exceptions may be made at the discretion of the editor. Submit art exhibitions at www.sevendaysvt.com/art or send via email by Thursday at 5 p.m., including info phone number, to galleries@sevendaysvt.com.

P.J. DE VILLIERS: "Birth of a Still Life," a multimedia installation of paintings, drawings, music, photography and video.

Sanctuary Artsite, 47 Maple St., Burlington, 864-5884. Through December 1.

JONATHAN WOLLOCH: "Make It Happen," a compilation of works from 2002 to the present in acrylic, watercolor, ceramic, ceramic and wire sculptures, etchings, silkscreens and drawings. Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 8657200. Through November.

ANNEMIE CURLIN, CARLY MARSH, KATHY WERNER & TIM WERNER: Photography, collage and paintings of landscape and wildlife. Some proceeds benefit local youth programs. Local Art Gallery at Ashley, Ashley Furniture Homestore, Burlington, 865-9911. Through December 15.

DARLENE MCDONOUGH: "Cathartic Release," mixed-media paintings on canvas and paper, Pearl Street Gallery, CCV, 119 Pearl St., Burlington, 951-1252. Through December 1.

JAMES AUGUSTINE GERO: The female form and Vermont landscapes in photo-portraiture and mixed media, Mezzanine Gallery.

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 8657211. Through November.

REID CROSBY: Abstract figurative drawings.

Smokejacks Restaurant, Burlington, 6581119. Through November.

DARLENE MCDONOUGH: "Cathartic Release," mixed-media paintings on canvas and paper, Pearl Street Gallery; and AD LABERGE: "New Clothes and Other Fables," 3-D mixed media, Lower Level Cherry Street Gallery; and BETH ROBINSON & JME WHEELER: "Human & Humanoid: Crossing Thresholds," handmade dolls and illustration, Third Floor Cherry Street Gallery, CCV, Burlington, 951-1252.

Through December 1.

TONY JOJOLA & PRESTON SINGLETARY: "The Aesthetics of Fire," glassworks influenced by the artists' Native American heritage; and 'FLEMING AT 75: FROM CURATOR'S CABINET TO MODERN MUSEUM': An installation featuring objects, photographs and other ephemera celebrates the history of the museum. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 656-0750. Both through December 15.

:: champlain valley MAXINE DAVIS: "Ablaze with Color," paintings. Bixby Memorial Library, Vergennes, 877-2211. Through November.

‘ART NOW: DAWN CLEMENTS’: An installation by the New York artist, created in brush-and-ink, is based on the 1952 noir film Sudden Fear and fills the entire Overbrook Gallery; and 'TREASURES FROM THE ROYAL TOMBS OF UR': Nearly 200 artifacts from the ancient Sumerian culture. Middlebury College Museum of Art, 443-5007. Through December 10.

:: central DENIS VERSWEYVELD: "White," sculpture and paintings. Christine Price Gallery, Castleton State College, 468-1266.

Through December 21.

‘WILD PEOPLE, WILD PLACES 3’: Black-andwhite and color images from North and South America, with an emphasis on conservation, by Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson. La Brioche Bakery, Montpelier, 229-0443. December 1-31.

JESSE AHEE: "With Child," pastel paintings.

Rhapsody Café, Montpelier, 229-6112.

Through December.

SUKI CIAPPARA: "The Fertile Mystery," needle felted images and acrylic on canvas.

The Shoe Horn, Montpelier, 223-5454.

Through December.

DONNA UNDERWOOD-OWENS: "Living the Magic of Vermont," fine-art photography on ceramic tiles, cards and framed prints.

The Green Bean Art Gallery at Capitol Grounds, Montpelier, artwhirled23@yahoo. com. Through December.

MAGGIE NEALE: Abstract paintings with encaustic. Phoenix Rising, Montpelier, 2290522. Through December.

HOLIDAY GROUP SHOW: "The Craft of Art," 14 artists show their wares, from photography and paintings to jewelry and glass.

BigTown Gallery, Rochester, 767-9670.

Through January 7.

KERRY O. FURLANI: Slate sculptures. Brick Box, Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 7750570. Through December 30.

KARI MEYER: Recent acrylic landscape paintings. The Green Bean Art Gallery at Capitol Grounds, Montpelier, 272-4763. Through

November.

IRINA MARKOVA: "Little Folk," clay figure works by the gallery member. Blinking Light Gallery, Plainfield, 454-0141.

Through December 1.

SABRA FIELD: RECENT WORK: Prints by the renowned Vermont artist include the 12panel "Pandora Suite," about the human condition and inspired by Greek myth (a percentage of sales donated to the humanitarian organization CIVIC); and ELAINE FRANZ WITTEN: "Form and Motion in Bronze," 17 sculptures. T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, 828-8743. Through December 21.

JESS AHEE: "With Child," pastel images. The Shoe Horn, Montpelier, 229-1453. Through November.

LINDA HOGAN: "City Halls," photographs.

Statehouse Cafeteria, Montpelier, 8280749. Through November.

GERARD W. RINALDI: "VT Fugue: Hoops, Tracks & Traces," new photo-drawings.

Governor's Office, Pavilion Building, 5th Floor, Montpelier. Through November.

:: northern MILTON ARTISTS’ GUILD: A holiday group show featuring paintings, prints, photography, metal works and more. The Alley Coffee House, Milton, 893-7860. Through December.

BRADLEY FOX: "Despair? Desire? Dementia?"

MFA Thesis exhibition of paintings and drawings. Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College, 635-1469. Through December 9.

CHRISTINA SMITH & JEN CARUSONE: Works in colored pencil and oil on canvas, respectively. The Alley Coffee House, Milton, 893-1571. Through November.

PETER A. MILLER: Plein-air works by the impressionistic painter. Westford Public Library, 878-5639. Through December 15.

JANE ASHLEY: Oil paintings of landscapes in Vermont and beyond. Vermont Fine Art Gallery, Stowe, 253-9653. Through November.

DON WILKINSON: "Blurring the Distinction," acrylic paintings that impose contemporary images on classic works. Heroes Kingdom, St. Albans, 524-9230. Through November.

GEORGE PETERSON: Turned and shaped wood bowls and sculpture by the North Carolina artisan. Stowe Craft & Design, 253-7677. Through December 1.

STAPLETON KEARNS: "Fall in Vermont," oil paintings. Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery, Stowe, 253-1818. Through November.

‘LAND AND LIGHT’: An annual invitational group exhibit of works in multiple media by regional artists, West Gallery. Bryan Memorial Gallery, Jeffersonville, 644-5100.

Through December 17.

:: southern NOVEMBER SOLO EXHIBITIONS: Seven regional artists in multiple media as well as members of the Vermont Watercolor Society show their works. Yester House Gallery, Southern Vermont Art Center, Manchester, 362-1405. Through December 5.

:: regional ‘MODERN TRANSLATION: TRANSITIONS IN THE WORK OF PETER RUSSOM’: Oil paintings from a sabbatical in Italy, as well as earlier works. Plattsburgh State Art Museum, SUNY Plattsburgh, 518-564-2474.

Through January 28.

JOSH WILLIAMS: A collection of 25 largeformat images from the Iraq war and Hurricane Katrina series by this photojournalist and 2002 grad. Feinberg Library, SUNY Plattsburgh, 518-564-2474. Through January 7.

‘GIRODET, ROMANTIC REBEL’: From the Louvre collection, a retrospective comprising nearly 130 monumental paintings by the French painter (1767-1824), as well as some works on paper, Jean-Noel Desmarais Pavilion. Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, 514-790-1245 (U.S. tickets 1-800-6785440). Through January 21.

‘FROM DISCOVERY TO DARTMOUTH: THE ASSYRIAN RELIEFS’: An installation about the ancient Iraqi reliefs and other Near Eastern works from the permanent collection. Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603-646-2426. Through March 11.

HOLIDAY SAMPLER EXHIBIT: A variety of fine and folk art by 16 area artists is on display and sale for the season. Cupola House Gallery, Essex, N.Y., 518-963-7494.

December 1-17. �

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PUblic Art

“Old Man,” oil painting by Eric Briere of Rutland.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Seven Days accepts hi-res digital files (minimum of 200 dpi) and full-color reproductions of 2-D artwork from area artists for a one-time, non-paying “Public Art” exhibition.

Submissions must be vertically oriented non-originals no larger than 8 ½ x 11”. Do not send work that is currently being exhibited elsewhere in Vermont. We will only return artwork that includes a SASE with appropriate postage. Please include your name, address, phone number, title of the works and medium. Send submissions to: Seven Days, c/o Public Art, PO Box 1164, Burlington, VT 05402; or email: publicart@sevendaysvt.com. No phone calls, please.

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theborowitzreport LAME DUCK PARDONS TURKEY

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ending a message to the newly elected Democratic Congress that he has no intention of acting like a lame duck for the remainder of his term in office, President George W. Bush took the bold step of pardoning a turkey on the front lawn of the White House today.

In what White House insiders were calling an act of “poultry solidarity,” the president said that he had decided to pardon the turkey months ago and was determined to “stay the course.”

“I’m the decider, and I have decided that this turkey is innocent,” Mr. Bush told the White House press corps.

While the president clearly chose to pardon the turkey as a way of showing Democratic leaders that he was still a force to be reckoned with, one aide acknowledged that Mr. Bush had a much bolder move in mind before his party’s “thumping” in the midterm elections: “He wanted to pardon Jack Abramoff.”

But moments after Mr. Bush released the turkey from captivity, incoming speaker of the house Nancy Pelosi blasted the president’s decision as “unilateral” and “extrajudicial,” adding

that Congress was prepared to subpoena both Mr. Bush and the turkey.

The controversy over the president’s decision ended abruptly, however, when White House spokesman Tony Snow announced later in the day that Vice

Apparently, the vice president mistook the turkey for a quail.

MR. SNOW

President Dick Cheney had accidentally shot the turkey to death.

“Apparently, the vice president mistook the turkey for a quail,” Mr. Snow said. “At least he’s getting closer.” m

Award-winning humorist, television personality and film actor Andy Borowitz is author of the new book The Republican Playbook. To find out more about Andy Borowitz and read his past columns, visit www.borowitzreport.com

Ted Rall

SEVEN DAYS | november 29-december 06, 2006 | funstuff 55A

game on

by david thomas

playing the electronic field

The Never-Ending Story Poor Princess Zelda.

Once again, her kingdom is under siege, evil has risen and, as always, only a boy warrior can set things right.

The new “Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess” plays like a wellworn chess set. The familiar pieces, the established rules of engagement and the game’s inevitable outcome remain part of its charm. But like a McDonald’s in Istanbul, this game franchise delivers the thrill of finding all your familiar comforts in an exotic setting.

With each incarnation of the series, players find the hero Link bravely questing through marvelous lands to save his princess. And even though the basic story and settings stay the same, Nintendo routinely opens everything up for reinterpretation and innovative tampering with the formula.

Running on the brand-new Nintendo gaming machine, the Wii, all this experimenting makes perfect sense, The Wii might look like a new DVD drive from Apple, but with its television-style remote controls and motion-detecting technology that lets players control on-screen action by waving the controller around, the Wii takes home-gaming in a direction that it has never been.

“Zelda” picks up the Wii’s oddball control set and turns it into a tool of fantasy. Before the game drops its first real villain onto the screen, players have already spent time waggling their remote around to catch fish, waving it to swing a sword and maneuvering it to aim a slingshot. In time, they learn to fight with sword and shield, let arrows fly from a bow and toss bombs and boomerangs.

At about the time that the Wii’s weird control scheme starts to feel comfortable, the game launches off into one of the strangest set

of premises to grace the series. A couple of hours into the adventure, the story abruptly leaves behind the well-worn coming-of-age tale for an alternate universe that is equal parts “Tron” and “Dungeons

Who’s It For: If George Lucas made a Broadway-musical sequel to “Star Wars,” it would rake in piles of cash from people who loved the film series and just wanted to check out the saga’s latest development. The same thing goes for “Zelda.” The fact that

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“The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess” $49.99 Nintendo Wii T for Teen

and Dragons.” Couple this with an inexplicable transformation of the hero from a pointy-eared elf boy into a sulking acrobatic wolf, and you have a mythic setup that would leave Joseph Campbell scratching his head.

Anyone new to the game series might find all the narrative hard-right turns and creepy halfadult/half-child characters a bit unsettling. But this formula and the constant concocting are what’s kept fans loyal through the years.

The “Zelda” franchise has grown into a sort of Beatles phenomenon — devotees forgive the ongoing churn in style and artistic approach because they can always recognize an immutable core.

Although fans might cry “New Coke” at Nintendo’s constant tinkering with one of its most beloved franchises, once they get over the strange original flavors, they’ll find that this latest game is one to savor.

the game features all kinds of quality touches and reaches for new levels of innovation doesn’t really matter. No matter what, “Zelda” fans will find a way to save the princess once again.

If You Like This, Try That: If you like creative flourishes piled on top of hearty fantasy fare, “Shadow of the Colossus” for the PlayStation 2 offers a world where giants roam and a hero must find a way to destroy them.

Best Part: Ironically, adventure games have always been best enjoyed slumped on a coach, controller held limply in your lap.

On the Wii, adventuring regains its action as you put your body into each battle. Now, it’s easier to pretend being a hero standing up in front of the television rather than sitting down. m

Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers one to nine.

Difficulty this week: H H = Moderate HH = Challenging HHH = Hoo, boy!

Puzzle answers for Sudoku and Crossword on page 37B

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ARIES

(March 21-April 19): “Anxiety is the dizziness of freedom,” wrote Norwegian philosopher Soren Kierkegaard. That’s vividly true for you right now, Aries. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you’ll thrive on the whirling gaga that overwhelms you as you play in vast, open spaces. Your best decisions will arise as your mind is boggled and wobbled by liberating dramas. So let’s celebrate the disorientation you’re feeling, and do everything we can to make sure that more is on its way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I know how

you’re feeling, Taurus. I’ve done time in the same psychic prison you’re trapped in. Because of my exemplary behavior while incarcerated, luckily, I was freed well in advance of my scheduled release date. Would you like to know what I did to win my early release? Four things: (1) I took responsibility for the ways I had perpetuated my own suffering. (2) I practiced feeling grateful for the lessons my pain had taught me. (3) I thought deeply about the actions I could take to atone for how I had hurt other people. (4) I vowed to use the shame I felt as a motivation to become smarter and kinder and wilder.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Does one of

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(June 21-July 22): “They might be small, spiky and spineless, but they’re still family.” So begins a National Geographic story about sea urchins, creatures that biologists now know have far more in common with humans than anyone realized. (They share 7,077 genes with us, and are actually on the same branch of the evolutionary tree of life.)

Let that opening sentence be your motto during the coming week, Cancerian, as you adjust your attitude towards not only the runts and outcasts of your tribe, but also towards the parts of yourself that you tend to neglect and underestimate. Now say this: “They might be small, spiky and spineless, but they’re still family.”

LIbRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): As a general rule,

standing your ground and dealing squarely with a problem is the best policy. But for you right now, escape is a viable option. In fact, I think that running away is actually preferable. All I ask, though, is that you choose a specific place to flee to, so that you’re not just running from something but also running toward something. As long as you’re driven solely by a big NO, in other words, dashing around will weaken you and aggravate the problem you’re dodging. But if you’re also motivated by a vivid YES, you’ll find the strength and wisdom to make all the right moves.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): I hope that one day you will learn how to give all the extraordinary love you have to offer. Another one of my greatest desires for you is that you will cultivate, earn, and seize all the freedom you need in order to become yourself completely.

To my great pleasure, you’ve recently begun to tune in to the possibility that these two goals might be extremely fun for you. During the coming weeks their hold on your imagination should heat up considerably. In 2007, I hope they’ll become your modus operandi, your Weltanschauung, and your raison d’être.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Earth Island

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SAGITTARIUS

Journal says scientists have discovered natural ways to clean up old munitions sites. If you plant periwinkle and parrot-feather plants in soil that’s been bombed with TNT, they’ll soak up and neutralize the noxious stuff. Likewise, pondweed absorbs and transforms nitroglycerin in land where explosives have been detonated.

I urge you to find the metaphorical equivalents of periwinkle, pondweed and parrot-feather plants this week, Scorpio. It’s a perfect moment to detoxify the places in your life where past battles left behind toxic debris.

possible. According to my reading of the astrological omens, the almost unbelievable prospects coming into your sphere are interesting and invigorating.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): As I see

your situation, it’s like you’re acting famished even though the cupboards are stocked with goodies. You’re pining and moaning to be close to a treasure that’s right next to you. You’ve got 98 out the 100 things you need, and yet you just can’t stop obsessing on the two that are missing.

If I’m wrong about this, Capricorn, just ignore what I’m saying and rejoin me next week. But if you suspect I may be on to something, please act fast to purge your delusions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This week I

propose that you feel gratitude for every person who has ever told you that you were inadequate, that there was something wrong with you, that you would never amount to anything. You might even carry out a little ceremony in which you bow down to an altar containing their photos or slips of paper on which their names are written.

And why am I suggesting this? Because those jerks helped motivate you to become as cool as you are. And if I’m reading the omens correctly, it’s time to summon a huge new burst of creative energy as you disprove their misbegotten ideas about you even more completely.

your pretty good relationships need a boost?

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Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny HHH

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FAT OUT OF HELL Gass and Black team up for a movie that should be twice as much fun as School of Rock but fails to make the grade.

hough there has never been a movie quite like this, my guess is you’ll feel as if you’ve seen it before. Naturally, that assumes you’ve seen High Fidelity, Orange County, Saving Silverman or, of course, School of Rock.

Perhaps more than any other actor of his generation, Jack Black has built a career out of simply being himself. His characters may have different names in each new production but he is almost always playing Jack Black. The performance that epitomized this — at least up until now — was the one he gave in Richard Linklater’s improbable masterpiece about a portly rock-obsessed musician who teams up with a group of kids to win a musical competition. In his new film, the actor plays a portly, rock-obsessed musician who teams up with an even portlier rock-obsessed musician to win a musical competition. At this stage of his career, Black isn’t waiting around for other people to write movies that showcase his patented stoner-dervish persona. He’s writing them himself.

Co-writing them, anyway. He wrote Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny with costar Kyle Gass and director Liam Lynch. It expands upon a series of short films the duo made for HBO beginning in 1999. In their fleshed-out, feature-length Tenacious D debut, Black and Gass bring those who don’t subscribe to the cable service up to speed on the amazing journey that led them to become “the greatest band in history.”

The movie opens with an amusing enough gag. A stocky, preteen Black runs away from home to become a famous rocker.

He’s been advised to make his way to Hollywood but, being the pre-stoner dunce he is, he zigzags across the country stopping at so many other Hollywoods (Hollywood, Florida; Hollywood, Maryland, etc.) that, by the time he actually arrives in Hollywood, California, he’s aged into the Black we know today.

The filmmakers waste no time bringing the band mates together. Minutes after hitting town, Black sees Gass playing guitar for spare change on a sunny boardwalk. Dazzled by the performer’s chops, he tries to strike up a partnership on the spot. At first the older musician rebuffs him. But when Gass happens across Black being savagely thrashed by four men with fake British accents and white jumpsuits straight out of A Clockwork Orange, he has a change of heart and consents to take Black under his wing.

From that point on the picture takes whimsical detours here and there, but it principally focuses on the pair’s quest for rock godhood. As Black laid out in one of the songs his character wrote in School of Rock, step one is paying the rent.

It’s hard to write a masterpiece, sell a million records, and attract a gaggle of groupies if you’re living in a cardboard box.

The two hear about an open-mike contest at a local bar and devote themselves to winning it.

Step two is learning to write and perform like the greats.

Rather than practice, the two do lots of bongs and ponder the challenge. Eventually, in another scene reminiscent of School of Rock, they’re flipping through copies of Rolling Stone when they notice something significant about their covers: All the guitar legends — Townsend, Page, AC/DC’s Angus Young — are shown holding the same oddly shaped pick.

A trip to a nearby music store results in the discovery that such a pick is not for sale. Ben Stiller turns in a cameo as a burned-out clerk who shares a bit of hush-hush head-banger lore. According to his character, the same pick has been used by every guitar deity, from Robert Johnson to those of the present time. More significantly, it is a one-of-a-kind object formed from a tooth of Satan himself, and it’s under lock and key at the Rock and Roll History Museum.

With that, Black and Gass have their mission. Fulfilling their destiny requires that they borrow a car from their one fan, drive at top speed to the museum, break in, and make off with the magical dental material.

Will you be glad you went along for the ride? If you’re a hardcore D fan (and apparently there are a fair number of them), you’ll have a merry enough time. The vast majority of viewers, however, will probably be less impressed, because the picture revisits a lot of familiar Jack Black ground.

For every Clockwork Orange reference or inspired Sasquatch fantasia, the film falls back on dozens of recycled riffs. Black, at his most chatterboxy manic, makes with the jokes about shredding guitar solos and perfecting stage clichés such as the power slide. His songs sound like outtakes from the School of Rock soundtrack. It got to the point where I figured any minute he’d start on a rant about sticking it to the man.

Sure, this time he does all these things with a partner. And Gass does possess an understated comic touch that grows on you. In the end, though, the Tenacious D experience is basically Jack Black in stereo. Both characters embody essentially the same schtick: the contradiction of middle-aged pothead jelly belly and delusions of heavy-metal grandeur. I’ve been laughing at this concept for some years now, but I’ve got to be honest. At this point, Black and Gass aren’t the only ones getting a little old. The joke is, too. m

NATIONAL LAMPOON'S PLEDGE THIS!: Shot prior to her appearance in House of Wax but held for the holiday season, this Paris Hilton comedy revolves around the R-rated antics of a South Beach University sorority house.

Somewhere John Belushi is spinning.

Costarring Paula Garces, Sarah Carter and Kerri Kenney. (95 min, R) THE HOLIDAY: From director Nancy Meyers comes the saga of two women from different countries who are having guy troubles, decide to switch houses, and meet the men of their dreams. Starring Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law and Jack Black. Yes, I said Jack Black.(120 min, PG-13) THE NATIVITY STORY: Catherine (Thirteen) Hardwicke directs this retelling of the story of Joseph, Mary and the birth of Jesus. Starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac and Alexander Siddig. (100 min, PG) TURISTAS: Melissa George and Josh Duhamel are paired in director John (Blue Crush) Stockwell’s grisly gore-athon about young Americans who get away from it all in Brazil, where they find themselves victims of psychos.

With Olivia Wilde and Beau Garrett.

(89 min, R) VAN WILDER: RISE OF THE TAJ: Kal Penn stars in this campus-comedy about an American who travels to England to teach stuffy Oxford students how to party. Holly Davidson and Daniel Percival costar. Mort Nathan directs. (95 min, R)

SHORTS BABELHHH1/2 From 21 Grams-director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu comes this meditation on the invisible connections between people and the way a tragedy can ripple from one side of the world to the other. Starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Elle Fanning, Gael Garcia Bernal and Koji Yakusho.

(142 min, R) BOBBYHH1/2 Written and directed by Emilio Estevez, this ensemble piece revisits the night in 1968 when Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated, and explores parallels to our time. The cast includes Anthony Hopkins, Demi Moore, Sharon Stone, Laurence Fishburne and Lindsay Lohan. (111 min, R) BORATHHH Brit wit Sacha Baron Cohen brings one of his characters from HBO’s “Da Ali G Show” to the big screen. Kazakhi journalist Borat Sagdiyev crosses the U.S. making a documentary and exposing prejudices and hypocrisies along the way. Pamela Anderson costars. Larry Charles directs. (82 min, R) CASINO ROYALEHHHH Director Martin Campbell hits the restart button on the franchise, and returns the world’s most famous spy to his roots as a raw recruit on the M16 team. Daniel Craig makes his debut in the role. Judi

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H = refund, please HH = could’ve been worse, but not a lot HHH = has its moments; so-so HHHH = smarter than the average bear HHHHH = as good as it gets Ratings assigned to movies not reviewed by Rick Kisonak are courtesy of Metacritic.com, which averages scores given by the country’s most widely read reviewers (Rick included).

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BY SUSAN GREEN

SHORT TAKES ON THE REEL WORLD

Another Long Goodbye

ALLAN NICHOLLS AND ROBERT ALTMAN

“There’s no one to replace him,” suggests Nicholls, who has put his big-screen career on the back burner to work as senior broadcast producer at the Queen City’s Jager Di Paola Kemp Design. “Not another soul can fill the void. He was a great storyteller who always insisted on telling stories his own way.”

Nicholls, now 61, joined the ensemble cast that was shooting Altman’s breathless overview of post-1960s

America. “Keith Carradine recommended me when they needed a third person for the trio in Nashville,” he says of the role that tapped into his real-life musical skills. “I had performed with him in Hair on Broadway, and he’d done a few of Bob’s previous movies.”

During the next 30 years, Nicholls handled an array of responsibilities on various Altman projects, including actor, producer, assistant director and composer. They co-wrote A Perfect Couple, an offbeat 1979 romantic comedy.

The personal relationship was equally important. On their Thanksgivings together, the unconventional auteur enjoyed remarkably conventional pursuits.

“We’d play Pictionary or Backgammon and watch football,” Nicholls recalls.

Unlike his peers from what’s generally considered the maverick moment of domestic cinema — think early Martin Scorsese, Stephen Spielberg and Brian DePalma — Altman could never be identified with a single genre. In fact, despite his films’ distinct style, they defied categorization. M*A*S*H (1970) is like no other war movie. McCabe and Mrs. Miller (1971) turns the Wild West on its ear. The Long Goodbye (1973) gives brooding film noir an ironic twist.

“I think he probably had a couple, three more in him,” Nicholls speculates.

“Bob’s sign-off to friends and coworkers was always, ‘See you in the next reel.’”

As it turns out, the recent A Prairie Home Companion will remain Altman’s last waltz.

While commiserating with Nicholls

the other day about their mutual loss, director Alan Rudolph, a fellow Altman protégé, offered this observation: “‘Bob doesn’t really leave, he just goes somewhere.’”

“There were no red states or blue states then,” Ken Burns says in a phone interview. “It was one country. And everyone was asked to sacrifice.”

The celebrated New Hampshire documentarian is describing the home front during World War II, the subject of his seven-part saga airing on PBS in September 2007. The War is a 14-and-ahalf-hour epic; a 120-minute sneak preview of the program’s first episode screens December 1 at Dartmouth College. Burns will be on hand to answer questions.

“In this consumer society, we’re told that when things get bad we should just go shopping,” he continues, referring to George W. Bush’s post-9/11 advice to the nation.

Does that mean The War serves as a commentary on the U.S. stupor concerning Iraq?

“In no way is this film political,” Burns cautions. “We explore emotional archeology. The focus is on living veterans, and some who didn’t survive to the present time, personified by voices reading their letters or newspaper articles.

We also talk to ordinary people who did not go overseas. The war touched every

family on every street.”

Burns visits four places — Waterbury, Connecticut; Mobile, Alabama; Luverne, Minnesota; and Sacramento, California — to “honorably bear witness, at a very grassroots level, to the greatest cataclysm in human history.”

An estimated 60 million people were killed, he points out, “in combat, in terms of civilian casualties and in the Holocaust.”

The 53-year-old Burns decided to approach this complex topic after learning about a 1990s survey that revealed 40 percent of graduating high school students “thought the Germans were our allies in the Second World War.” His hope is that the documentary will help that period become vivid again. “We tend to think of memory as distant,” he contends. “But memory is utterly present.”

Burns’ own memories of the conflict, which took his father to Europe in 1945 as part of the occupying forces, were actually forged some years later. To fight make-believe Nazis, he says, “My brother and I would dig foxholes in the backyard.”

The War unspools at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, December 1, in Hanover’s Spaulding Auditorium. For tickets, go to www.hop.dartmouth.edu or call the box office, 603-646-2422. For more info, call 603-646-2576. m

“Flick Chick” is a weekly column that can also be read on www.sevendaysvt.com.

To reach Susan Green, email flickchick@sevendaysvt.com.

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BY DAVID DIEFENDORF

READ THIS FIRST: This week, as always, the things Fannie likes (shown in CAPITAL letters) all follow a secret rule. Can you figure out what it is?

NOTE: Fickle Fannie likes words. But each week she likes something different about them — how they’re spelled, how they sound, how they look, what they mean, or what’s inside them.

When meditating, LOUIS CONCENTRATED on a photo of Britney.

Making the four-finger V sign is a part of VULCAN ETIQUETTE. EGAD, I OWE A FORTUNE to Vinnie and Sal, two guys in Vegas.

Those WHO ARE ILL ANNOY OTHERS when they come in to work.

LATEX’S FEEL is not nearly as comfy as cotton or even Spandex.

Behave yourself in Beijing, or the CHINA BRASS CAN “detain” you.

WITH YOUR AURA GONE, a fortune teller can’t see your future.

Painfully shy, PETE’LL ASK A GIRL to dance maybe never.

Said talkative Freud to his daughter, AM I TOO WINDY, ANNA? The dog that WAS BARKIN’ SAW A SKUNK but didn’t chase it.

E me with your Qs or comments (dd44art@aol.com). Difficulty rating for this puzzle: HARD AS NAILS. If you’re stuck, see the HINT on this page.

If you cave, see the ANSWER on page 55A. So much for Fickle Fannie’s tastes this week. Next week she’ll have a whole new set of likes and dislikes.

FICKLE FANNIE HINT: An odd spell has been cast on this puzzle.

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his Thanksgiving turned bittersweet for Allan Nicholls. The Burlington resident had often spent the holiday talking turkey with his friend and mentor Robert Altman, the legendary filmmaker who died last Tuesday at age 81. Their collaboration, which began with Nashville in 1975, spanned three decades and encompassed 17 motion pictures.

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Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8994. wednesday 29 — thursday 30 Babel 5, 8. Happy Feet 4, 6, 8. friday 1 — thursday 6 Schedule unavailable at press time.

Closed Monday & Tuesday.

BIJOU CINEPLEX 1-2-3-4 Rt. 100, Morrisville, 888-3293.

wednesday 29 — thursday 30 Casino Royale 6:30. Deck the Halls 6:50. Happy Feet 6:40. Borat 7. friday 1 — thursday 7 *The Nativity Story 1:30 & 4 (Sat & Sun), 7, 9 (Fri & Sat). Casino Royale 1 & 3:50 (Sat & Sun), 6:40, 9:10 (Fri & Sat). Deck the Halls 1:20 & 3:40 (Sat & Sun), 4:30, 6:50, 9:05 (Fri & Sat). Happy Feet 1:10 & 3:30 (Sat & Sun), 6:30, 8:10 (Fri & Sat).

Times subject to change.

ESSEX CINEMA

Essex Shoppes & Cinema, Rt. 15 & 289, Essex, 879-6543. wednesday 29 — thursday 30 Bobby 1:30, 4:10, 7, 9:25. Borat 7:20, 9:30. Casino Royale 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:40. Deck the Halls 12:50, 3, 5:10, 7:15, 9:20. Deja Vu 1:15, 4, 6:45, 9:30. Flushed Away 12:50, 3, 5. Happy Feet 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:35. Santa Clause 3 1, 3:10, 5:15, 7:30, 9:40. Stranger Than Fiction 1:15, 4, 6:50, 9:20. friday 1 — thursday 7 *The Nativity Story 12:30, 2:50, 5:15, 7:30, 9:45. *Turistas 12:40, 3, 5:10, 7:25, 9:35. Bobby 1:15, 4:10, 7, 9:25. Casino Royale 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:40. Deck the Halls 12:50, 3, 5:10, 7:15, 9:20. Deja Vu 12:45, 4 & 6:45 (except Sat), 9:30.

Happy Feet 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:35. Santa Clause 3 1, 3:10, 5:15, 7:30. Stranger Than Fiction 9:35.

Times subject to change.

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friday 1 — thursday 7 *The Nativity Story 12:15, 2:25, 4:35, 6:50, 9:15. *Turistas 1:10, 3:50, 7:20, 9:45. *The Holiday 7 (Sat). Casino Royale 12:25, 3:25, 6:30, 9:30. Happy Feet 12:15, 2:35, 4:55, 7:15, 9:35. Stranger Than Fiction 1, 3:45, 7 (except Sat), 9:25 (Sat). Deck the Halls 12:35, 2:45, 5, 7:10, 9:20. Deja Vu 12:40, 3:35, 6:45, 9:35. Borat 1:20, 4, 7:25, 9:40. Santa Clause 3 12:20, 2:30, 4:40. Flushed Away 2:40, 4:45. Tenacious D 12:30, 6:40. The Fountain 7:05, 9:30.

The Departed 8:50.

Times subject to change. See http://www.majestic10.com.

MARQUIS THEATER

friday 1 — thursday 7 *Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj 12:30, 2:40, 4:55, 7:15, 9:40. *The Nativity Story 10:30 (Thu), 12 (except Thu), 12:15 (Thu), 2:20, 4:35, 6:55, 9:15. *National Lampoon’s Pledge This 9:35.

Babel 12:35 & 3:35 (Mon-Thu), 6:30, 9:25. Bobby 10:30 (Thu), 1, 3:40, 6:40, 9:20. Casino Royale 12:25, 3:30, 6:30, 9:30 (Fri). Borat 12:45, 2:45, 4:50, 7:10, 9:25.

Happy Feet 12:10, 1:30 (Fri-Sun), 2:30, 3:55 (Fri-Sun), 4:45, 7:05, 9:30 (Fri). Deja Vu 12:55, 3:45, 6:45, 9:30. Deck the Halls 12:15, 2:35, 4:45, 7, 9:10.

friday 1 — thursday 7 Casino Royale 2:30 (Sat & Sun), 6, 8:45. Happy Feet 1:30 & 3:30 (Sat & Sun), 6:10. Borat 8:15, 10.

Times subject to change.

MERRILL’S ROXY CINEMA College Street, Burlington, 864-3456.

wednesday 29 — thursday 30 For Your Consideration 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:25, 9:25. Casino Royale 12:55, 3:45, 6:30, 9:10. Tenacious D 1:30, 4:10, 7:10, 9:30. Bobby 1:10, 4, 6:45, 9:20. The Queen 1:20, 3:40, 7, 9:15. Borat 1, 3, 5, 7:20, 9:35. friday 1 — thursday 7 For Your Consideration 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:10, 9:25. Casino Royale 12:55, 3:45, 6:30, 9:20. Tenacious D 4:10, 9:30. Bobby 1:10, 4, 6:45, 9:10. The Queen 1:20, 3:40, 7, 9:15. Borat 1, 3, 5, 7:20, 9:35. The Departed 12:55, 6:20.

Times subject to change. See http://www.merrilltheatres.net.

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Maple Tree Place, Taft Corners, Williston, 878-2010.

Fayette Road, South Burlington, 864-5610.

wednesday 29 — thursday 30 Casino Royale 12:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:35. Happy Feet 12, 2:25, 3:50, 4:55, 6:20, 7:20, 9:45. Deck the Halls 12:20, 2:45, 5:05, 7:25, 9:35.

Deja Vu 12:40, 3:40, 6:50, 9:40.

Tenacious D 1:10, 4:10, 7:10, 9:40.

The Fountain 1:15, 4, 7, 9:25.

Stranger Than Fiction 1, 3:45, 6:40, 9:20. Borat 12:50, 2:55, 5, 7:15, 9:45. Santa Clause 3 12:10, 2:35, 4:50, 7:05. Flushed Away 12, 2. The Departed 8:50. Let’s Go to Prison 9:30.

wednesday 29 — thursday 30 Bobby 1, 3:40, 6:40, 9:20. Babel 2:50, 6:30, 9:25. Fast Food Nation 12:35, 7:20, 9:45. Deck the Halls 12:15, 2:35, 4:45, 7, 9:15. Deja Vu 12:55, 3:45, 6:45, 9:40. Casino Royale 12:25, 3:30, 6:30, 9:30.

Happy Feet 12:10, 2:30, 3:55, 4:45, 6:15, 7:15, 9:35. Flushed Away 12, 2. Borat 12:45, 2:45, 4:50, 7:05, 9:30. Little Miss Sunshine 8:45. Santa Clause 3 12:20, 2:40, 5.

Schedules for the following theaters were not available at press time.

CAPITOL SHOWPLACE 93 State Street, Montpelier, 229-0343.

PARAMOUNT THEATRE 211 North Main Street, Barre, 479-4921.

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Main St., Middlebury, 388-4841. wednesday 29 — thursday 30 Happy Feet 6. Deck the Halls 6:10, 8:10. Borat 8, 9:45.

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wednesday 29 — thursday 30 The Queen 1:30 (Thu), 5, 7.

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friday 30 — sunday 3 The Queen 1:30, 6:30, 8:30. Half Nelson 4 (Sat & Sun).

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I first inspected the edges for dryness and curling. The flesh should spring back when pressed with a chopstick. I know Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m eating quality fish when I bite into the whole nigiri and my teeth sink through the striated flesh like a knife through butter.

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The crisp, flash-fried onions blended well with the raw tuna and white fish.

Eat In Koto Japanese Steakhouse Koto, on Route 7 in South Burlington, is two restaurants in one, catering to carnivores and fish lovers alike. Seated at the sushi bar, I could hear the clang of spatulas and cleavers on the nearby teppanyaki grills, followed by sporadic applause from appreciative diners.

I started off ordering one-piece servings of toro (fatty tuna belly), tuna, yellow tail and mackerel nigiri. Because of its simplicity, nigiri is the true test of a good sushi restaurant. When my order arrived,

Toro nigiri is the flavorful, fatty part of the tuna served on a mound of rice. Mine was disappointing: It arrived finely chopped, like tataki or tartar, atop a mound of rice wrapped in nori, or dried seaweed, like a fish snow cone. Worse, chopping it called attention to the lackluster flavor of what should have been a

yellowtail and avocado rolled in a long cucumber shaving was more pleasing to the eye than to the palate. The avocado was ripe and creamy and the cucumber refreshing, but none of the flavor combinations rose above the understated taste of the various fishes. Even the ponzu sauce, a mixture of soy sauce, lemon and rice

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Although she hates the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;budgetâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; she prefers â&#x20AC;&#x153;spending planâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hall insists that her services are within reach for just about anybody. You just need to know what you want.

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What Hall did next was certainly out of the ordinary: While still running her catering business part-time, she took work as a waitress â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to learn more about what Vermonters like to eat, she says. To get info on the big picture, she also joined professional associations such as the International Caterers Association and the Leading Caterers of America. She frequently attends events to keep up with food and entertainment trends. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot now, according to Hall: Spanish food and Asian-themed parties.

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Geri Ann Higgins, marketing director at the University Mall, has hired the Party Diva for an 80-person backyard barbecue wedding reception and a scholarship ceremony. The latter was â&#x20AC;&#x153;a very elegant but very affordable reception,â&#x20AC;? Higgins says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She always has great suggestions on how to make things easier.â&#x20AC;?

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When I could finally force myself from the cheddar chunks, I moved on to the mozzarellas. Biting into the plain version, I was instantly reminded of summery garden-tomato salads topped with shredded basil. Since I won’t be able to enjoy that combination until next July, my thoughts turned to pasta tossed with prosciutto, roasted garlic and baby arugula, with strands of Maplebrook’s melted “mozz” on top. The smoked version tasted the way a campfire smells; it would be delightful in an omelet atop caramelized apples, onions and wilted spinach.

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Our family-sized order covered substantial culinary territory. The “Crunchy French Toast,” which lived up to its name, gave us the opportunity to check out the comprehensive “toppings bar.” I particularly enjoyed the cinnamon-y cooked apples, but a mixture of almonds, coconut and maple syrup was equally appetizing. A spinach, seitan and goat cheese combo worked well in my aunt’s omelette, but my mom’s “Big Meat” version — with sausage, bacon and ham— was too one-note for my taste.

My brother appreciated his mountain of potatoes and chiles smothered in cheddar with two eggs perched on top — except the dish arrived at the table sans cheese and had to be returned to the kitchen. The seitan was missing from my husband’s vegetarian Benedict as well, but these mistakes were corrected quickly and cheerfully. Generous portions, including all-you-can-drink coffee, tea and juice, justify the prices: $7.25 to $9.50 for most of the egg dishes and treats from the griddle.

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The blend worked better than expected; a tasty tower of buttermilk biscuits, sliced turkey, mushrooms and gravy was topped with eggs and smothered with Cajun-flavored Hollandaise. Surprisingly delicious.

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The menu offers a modest selection of maki named after cities, states and baseball players. The Double Punch maki consisted of tuna, spicy sauce and tiny fish eggs called tobiko. Though commonly a bright orange, these were light green, hinting at the spicy bursts of wasabi produced when bitten into. Paired with the peppery heat of the spicy tuna middle, it was a heavenly combination.

But the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true talent came through in the traditional nigiri prepared by the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Japanese mother-and-daughter sushi-chef team. I tried tuna, yellowtail, mackerel and amaebi â&#x20AC;&#x201D; raw sweet shrimp. The fish slices were draped elegantly over the pressed oval of rice, like weighty silk or velvet.

The strong-flavored mackerel was thoughtfully marinated.

And the succulent sweet shrimp slipped easily from its tail into my mouth without requiring a

lot of tugging and mess.

Of the three sushi restaurants I tried, only Sakura Banaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rice achieved the perfect balance of rice and sweet rice vinegar that plucks at the salivary glands without sacrificing the fishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural flavor.

Sakura Bana is neither flashy nor hip. The dĂŠcor is nondescript, with unexceptional Asian prints on the walls. But the steady stream of customers the two nights I ate there indicated that people were coming for the food. And with good reason: Sakura Bana satisfies with its delicious rice paired with fresh, quality fish.

Asiana House While sitting at the counter at Asiana House, located at the corner of Pearl Street and North Winooski Avenue, I watched one sushi chef arrange maki in a martini glass while another brandished squirt bottles, from which he drizzled curlicues of sauce across a platter. Artistic,

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sushi 101 Fish: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to be impressed by a restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long menu or great ambiance, but when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ordering sushi, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about keeping it fresh. Be as discriminating with sushi served at a restaurant as you would when buying fish at the store.

Reputable restaurants serve premium sashimi- or sushi-grade fish thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immediately flash-frozen to kill parasites. Unfortunately, there are no state or federal regulations defining â&#x20AC;&#x153;sushi grade.â&#x20AC;?

When the frozen fish arrives in port, the distributor determines this classification based on the fishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s texture, fat content and color, among other characteristics. The best gauges for determining a fishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freshness are your nose and your palate.

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niment. The spicy tumble of thinly sliced root comes dyed a brilliant pink or left its original, pale color. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a palate cleanser, not a salad or a side dish. Piled on top of nigiri or maki, its strong, sharp flavor overpowers the subtle character of raw fish. For a tasty flavor flow that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t compromise the expensive raw fish, try popping a piece in your mouth after a bite of fish and rice.

Wasabi: Nothing satisfies like the heady, sinus-clearing rush of

this green horseradish paste, except maybe a good sneeze. Wasabi is used to spice up the soy sauce in which sushi pieces are dipped, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sometimes also smeared between the rice and fish on nigiri. Like pickled ginger, this spicy paste should be eaten judiciously; heavyhanded use can overpower the taste of the fish. On the other hand, if the fish is of lesser quality, pile on as much soy sauce and wasabi as you like.

Sushi Rice: It may look like plain old white rice, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not.

Each master sushi chef concocts his or her own secret recipe using ingredients such as sweet rice vinegar, kelp and sugar to balance the astringency of the fish.

When in doubt: Sushi is a simple meal with complex flavors. If you feel overwhelmed by the menu, ask the wait staff or the sushi chef for recommendations. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry about using chopsticks.

In Japan, sushi is traditionally eaten with your fingers. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why wet towels are handed out before the meal. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; L.F.

French-inspired presentation and a wide assortment of vegetarian maki are this bustling restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strong suits. In addition to 16 varieties of house maki and 24 traditional rolls, the menu lists seven smaller-sized vegetarian rolls and five hefty, house-special vegetarian maki.

While many of the maki are those found on most sushi menus, Asiana Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chefs add creative and unexpected touches, such as fried tempurabatter crumbs, which add a satisfying crunch to the usual soft texture.

At first I was doubtful about the snapdragon maki, because its ingredients sounded too ambitious. On the advice of the wait staff, I ordered one anyway, and the first bite won me over. The crisp, flash-fried onions blended well with the raw tuna and white fish. The lemony, house-special soy sauce was drawn in a zigzag pattern across the roll. Broiling enhanced its burst of sweet and savory seasoning.

The Puti maki, an ample roll combining zesty seaweed salad, lettuce, creamy avocado, asparagus, carrot and salted strips of tempeh, hit all the right notes of taste, texture and color.

Refreshing and light, the vegetarian Lo Han maki married the sweet tartness of pickled daikon with the smokiness of shiitake mushroom. It was simple and small, yet packed with flavor â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a nice change from the fat rolls with a half-dozen flavors to process.

The sweet shrimp, yellowtail, tuna and mackerel nigiri were all fresh and satisfying, but not the highlights of the menu. The sushi rice was acceptable, if not particularly memorable.

Asiana House has a trendy vibe, and it imbues its expansive maki and nigiri selection with culinary flair. The broad and thoughtful vegetarian maki choices are an added bonus.

TAKE OUT Sushi would be the perfect takeout food if only it microwaved well. Rice should be eaten hot, or at room temperature. Refrigerated, it takes on a hard, grainy texture and regresses to the unappetizing taste of uncooked rice.

To make the most of take-out sushi, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to have it made while you wait, or else to buy it at a time when you can snatch a just-made container before the package goes on display.

Sakura Sushi & Kitchen in Williston, the take-out branch of Sakura Bana Japanese Restaurant, has great grab-and-go sushi prepared in small batches using the same beautifully seasoned rice served at the Burlington restaurant.

The noontime I was there, I picked up a spicy shrimp roll, broiled spicy scallop, a California roll and spicy tuna. All the ele-

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The tempura crumbs in the shrimp were crunchy alongside the cooked seafood, the avocado was green and not blackened, and the fish was tender.

The broiled spicy scallop was less successful: It had way too much mayonnaise dressing and, in spite of its name, was far from spicy. However, because I bought it right after it was made and set out, the rice consistency was perfect.

Grocery store sushi is provided by H.J. Sushi. The company manages the sushi production at both Burlingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s City Market and the Price Chopper on Shelburne Road in South Burlington. Sushi maker Hon J. meets the challenge of keeping the rice soft by making it fresh every morning.

Although itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bit too vinegary for my taste, I can vouch for its freshness. In fact, when I sat down to eat it almost an hour after picking it up, it was still slightly warm to the touch.

From City Market, I tried the Burlington Combo (California rolls and salmon and tuna nigiri), avocado and inari maki (thin, deep-fried slices of tofu seasoned with a soy sauce marinade), eel roll and raw tuna roll.

In the nigiri that came in the Burlington Combo, the rice was way out of proportion to the wispy slice of raw fish. That was too bad, as the salmon and tuna looked and tasted good.

In the avocado and inari maki, the delicate avocado flavor disappeared against the soysauce-marinated tofu skin. More avocados would have provided a complementary creaminess to the salty tofu filling.

The eel roll was my favorite part of this sushi lunch. Usually, eel maki is dripping with the brown sweet eel sauce. My serving had just the correct lighthanded application of the sauce to highlight the eelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grilled seafood flavor.

From Price Chopper I chose a Tokyo roll, a Benihana roll

(California roll with raw tuna slices on top), a tuna, salmon, shrimp and red snapper roll with broiled eel on top, and a seaweed salad and cucumber roll. The selections disappointed on several fronts.

The sushi had been made and refrigerated that morning. By the time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d purchased it and driven home to eat it, the contents had warmed to room temperature. The rice had congealed and gone mushy. The seaweed salad and cucumber roll was the only maki that retained all its flavors well. The sliced raw tuna on the Benihana roll looked tired and wilted. And the strong flavors of the fish eggs and salmon in the Tokyo roll clashed with one another to produce a strong, fishy taste.

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You may recall a story by my editor, Pamela Polston, from back in June about Jacob Edgar, the former vice president of A&R at world music label Putumayo. At the time, Edgar had just purchased studio whiz Chuck Eller’s Charlotte home. He’d also entered a partnership with Eller to use the on-site recording facility to produce international talent for his new imprint, Cumbancha Records. Distributed and promoted by Putumayo, Cumbancha focuses on single artists, as opposed to the parent company’s compilation approach.

Now, several months into the arrangement, things are starting to take off. Edgar is bringing in the world music stars, such as Mali’s Habib Koité, filling the studio with vibrant, non-Western sounds.

Koité, a West African guitar hero with a supple voice and textured tunes, arrived in Charlotte last week to finish up a record he’d been working on throughout the year. It’ll be released on Cumbancha sometime this summer. “This is the first of what will probably be many projects produced at the studio,” Edgar explains. “I’ve got a group from Cape Verde coming in this December, and a woman from Zimbabwe in the beginning of 2007.”

Working as a co-producer is an extension of Edgar’s talents.

Already familiar with the ins and outs of artist relations, he now puts his background in ethnomusicology to use behind the booth. “It’s all part of developing the process of the label,” he relates. “But in terms of working in the studio, it’s all kind of new to me. That’s the beauty of my collaboration with Chuck. He’s had the studio and has been running it successfully for many years. It’s a chance for me to apprentice.”

So far, so good. “It’s amazing,” Edgar says. “Especially as a proud Vermonter. I get teased about how I should work for the Vermont tourist board — I’m showing people the local food, and having them try the local beer.” Green Mountain brew is internationally recognized, but not by everyone. “Our engineer is Belgian,” Edgar confesses. “So he’s pretty hard to impress.”

Edgar has even drafted some local musicians into the mix, including trumpeter Jennifer Hartswick and saxman Dave Grippo. “A lot of it is last-minute stuff — add some of this, some of that,” he says.

“But I think it’s gonna happen more often.” Small world, indeed.

TWO OF A KIND Fans of the ever-expanding “psych-folk” movement are no doubt already familiar with Avey Tare, a member of the enormously popular act Animal Collective. Indie music fans are also likely to be into müm, an Icelandic electro-pop band that once included singer/keyboardist Kria Brekken. What you may not know is that the two are

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Earlier this year she decided to move to New York, and we started recording a bunch of the songs we wrote in Paris. Since we really like to travel together, it made sense to do a small tour and play some intimate shows. So here we are. I’ve always liked Vermont, by the way.

SD: Animal Collective has garnered a great deal of acclaim in the last few years. Has this affected your approach to creating?

AT: It hasn’t, really. It’s always been really important for us to focus on the current music we’re making and not let it be affected by anything other than what’s going on in our lives. I don’t even read what people say about us anymore, ’cause usually I don’t agree with it anyway. I’ve enjoyed making all of our records and am proud of all of them, although I can see why a AVEY TARE group of people may prefer some to others. But none of us have been disillusioned by any hype we’ve gotten. I think we’ve always husband and wife, and have wanted to make new and interesting music, music that we would want HABIB KOITE recently been collaborating to listen to, and explore new territory, ’cause that’s what keeps it fun together. Even cooler: They’ll be and interesting. We always hoped to have as many people as possible performing at Burlington’s Firehouse Center with local dronemeister appreciate something about what we are doing, but it was never a Greg Davis on Tuesday, December 5, at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $7. goal to have lots and lots of people into us. We would change what Check out www.autumnrecords.net/burlington for more info. we want to do to win more people’s attention.

I recently chatted via email with Tare about the collaboration with You can read more of this intriguing interview at my blog, Brekken and his unique approach to music-making. http://7d.blogs.com/solidstate.

SEVEN DAYS: To my ears, your music has grown increasingly rhapsodic. Is beauty a part of your overall aesthetic?

AVEY TARE: I’d say all the things I like are beautiful to me. Really, that means they achieve something very individualistic, and enhance senses and feelings that maybe wouldn’t normally be on the surface.

There are a lot of different kinds of beauty and that’s definitely translated into my music. Take for instance the film Texas Chainsaw Massacre. To me, it’s very beautiful; visually, stylistically, etc. . . . I think chicken bones, human skulls and bloodshed can be beautiful, when viewed in a certain light. But I’m not really a dark, macabre person or into violence at all. I just feel like life would be boring if there was only flowers and love. I realize this doesn’t really translate into a stable reality, but music is part non-reality to me.

SD: How does working in a duo compare to your band?

AT: In a duo it’s important to not let things get too complicated, and let the music come from the two people that are playing rather than trying to overdo things. It’s sometimes hard for me to keep things minimal, so I really like the challenge.

SD: How did you start writing and performing with Kria?

AT: Animal Collective asked Kria to play piano with us while we were recording our record Feels, ’cause she’s real sweet at the keys. Beyond that, we started playing lazily in an apartment I had in Paris last summer. For a while, we were really only able to see each other in between other things, so we made plans to hang for a month. We spent time in our flat just playing acoustic guitar, smoking hash, that kind of thing.

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FOR THE KIDS Just wanted to give you a heads-up about two worthy benefit shows taking place this week. Both of ’em aim to assist the approximately 1500 Vermont children in the state foster-care system. “Eye of the Dreamer” features four Vermont acts, including the Sandra Wright Band, Sword & Spirit, the Panhandlers Steel Drum Band and the Screwtops. The shows take place at the Barre Opera House on Saturday, December 2, and the Flynn MainStage the following evening. Both start at 7 p.m.

Sword & Spirit are a local rock band that writes songs about foster children’s struggles. Band member Tony DeLorenzo has firsthand experience in these matters; he and his wife are foster parents to three girls. “We’ve been doing it for 10 years now and have seen all kinds of situations,” he says. “There really just aren’t enough foster parents right now. Every district in the state is needing people to come forward to find out what it’s all about.”

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TOBI ARONSON (classical guitar), Radio Bean, 5 p.m. NC; ARTHUR MILLER QUARTET (jazz), 7 p.m.

NC; IRISH SESSIONS, 9 p.m. NC. PAUL ASBELL & CLYDE STATS (jazz, Americana), Leunigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 7 p.m. NC. JOE ADLER ACOUSTIC (eclectic singer-songwriter), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by MEMBERS ONLY WITH FATTIE B. (â&#x20AC;&#x2122;80s-â&#x20AC;&#x2122;90s jams), 11 p.m. NC. BASSCAMP PRESENTS: LOCALS NIGHT (drum â&#x20AC;&#x2122;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bass), 10 p.m. NC. CIRCADIA (Celtic), RĂ­ RĂĄ Irish Pub, 7 p.m. NC. THE BRAKES, BAD SPECTRUM (rock), Nectarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10:30 p.m. NC. ZION I & THE GROUCH, DEUCE ECLIPSE, CX KIDTRONIK, THE AZTEXT & GRANITE STATE, BURNT, SCROLL (hip-hop, Club Metronome, 9:30 p.m. $10/15. 18+.

802 SNOWBOARD & SKATE SHOP COLLEGE DANCE PARTY (DJs), Second Floor, 10 p.m. NC/$5. 18+.

DAVE HARRISONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. BEATS & PIECES WITH DJ A-DOG (hip-hop), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. JOHN DEMUS PRESENTS: ENCORE (roots-reggae), Wine Works, 10 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE WITH BONNIE, St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, 7 p.m. NC. IPOD NIGHT (self-serve DJ), Monkey House, 8 p.m. NC. CELTIC PARTY NIGHT WITH THE CROPPIES, Lincoln Inn Tavern, 7 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Genoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke Club, from 8:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley COUNTRY HO-DOWN WITH TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DJ, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central BLUE FOX (blues), Charlie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9:30 p.m. NC.

AVI & CELIA (folk-rock, bluegrass), Langdon Street CafĂŠ 8 p.m.

Donations.

:: northern OPEN MIKE, Monopole, 9:30 p.m. NC. ELIJAH KRAATZ (solo acoustic), Beeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC.

THU.30 :: burlington area

SHANE HARDIMAN GROUP (jazz), Radio Bean, 8 p.m. NC, followed by ANTONY SANTOR TRIO (jazz), 10 p.m. NC. FRIENDS OF JOE WITH PAUL ASBELL & LARRY MCCROREY (blues, jazz), Halvorsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 8 p.m. NC. ELLEN POWELL & JOE DAVIDIAN (jazz), Leunigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 7 p.m. NC. LUCY VINCENT (funk, jazz, jam), RĂ­ RĂĄ Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. VT UNION PRESENTS (hip-hop), Red Square, 9 p.m. NC. LOWELL THOMPSON (alt-country, rock), 1/2 Lounge, 9 p.m. NC. TOP HAT TRIVIA, Nectarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 7:30 p.m.

NC, followed by SIRSY, MYRA FLYNN & SPARK (rock, neo-soul), 9:30 p.m. $5/NC. 18+.

STONE BOAT REVIEW (folk, Americana), Club Metronome, 7 p.m. NC. AA, followed by BAD SUIT, THE INDOBOX (progressive funk), 11 p.m. $5/NC. 18+.

TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY (hip-hop, r&b DJs), Rasputinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10 p.m. NC. COLLEGE DANCE PARTY, Second Floor, 10 p.m. NC. 18+.

SOUL PATROL (Motown, soul DJ), Wine Works, 10 p.m. NC. DJ NICENESS (reggae), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. GRIPPO-SKLAR GROUP (jazz, funk), Plan B, 9 p.m. NC, followed by DJ ZJ (hip-hop), midnight. NC. MARIE CLAIRE (indie-songstress), Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Genoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC.

WCLX BLUES NIGHT WITH THE HOUSE ROCKERS, Lincoln Inn Tavern, 7 p.m. NC. BALANCE DJ & KARAOKE, Franny Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley BOB RECUPERO (solo acoustic), Big Moose Pub, 6 p.m. NC.

:: central STONE, COANE & SACHER (bluegrass), Charlie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10 p.m. NC. GEORGE NOSTRAND (singer-songwriter), Langdon St. CafĂŠ, 8 p.m.

Donations.

:: northern LADIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; NIGHT WITH DJS ROBBY ROB & SKIPPY (hip-hop, r&b), Tabu CafĂŠ & Nightclub, 9 p.m. NC. LUCID (rock), Monopole, 10 p.m. NC. MARK ABAIR & THE METROS (classic rock), Samiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m.

NC. LAFFIN BONES (acoustic Grateful Dead covers), Bonz Smokehouse & Grill, 7 p.m. NC. AVI & CELIA (folk-rock, blues, bluegrass; CD release party), Beeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. LIQUID DEAD (Grateful Dead tribute), Matterhorn, 9:30 p.m. NC. BRET MICHAELS OF POISON (poprock), Pickle Barrel, 8 p.m. $15/18.

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SLANTED BLACK: DIMENSIONS IN HOUSE MUSIC WITH DJ CRAIG MITCHELL, 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m.

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SETH YACOVONE (solo acoustic), Nectar’s, 7 p.m. NC, followed by ORDINARY K, RICKY VALENTE (funk, rock), 9 p.m. $3.

TOP HAT DANCETERIA (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3.

FLAVA WITH DJ ROBBIE J. & GUESTS (urban dance party), Second Floor, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+.

DJ BIG DOG (hip-hop, reggae), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON’S STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DJ INFINITE (hip-hop), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. DJ CRE8 (hip-hop), Wine Works, 10 p.m. NC. JUST JAZZ DUO, Euro Gourmet, 8 p.m.

NC. DJ FATTIE B. (hip-hop), Plan B, 10 p.m. NC. KARAOKE WITH BOB BOLYARD, St. John’s Club, 8 p.m. NC. DIRTMINERS, LOWELL THOMPSON (alt-country, rock), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3.

RAQ, DJ CHARLES SMOOTH (rock, jam), Higher Ground Ballroom, 9 p.m. $10/12. AA. WOMYN’S NIGHT WITH KAREN GRENIER, DJS PRECIOUS & LLU (singer-songwriter, dance), Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, 8 p.m. $5/10. AA. KARAOKE WITH MR. DJ, Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 8:30 p.m.

NC. AA. PHIL ABAIR BAND (rock), Lincoln Inn Tavern, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE WITH PETE, Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC. LIVE MUSIC, Franny O’s, 9:30 p.m. NC.

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venues 411 MARK LEGRAND & THE LOVESICK BANDITS (honky-tonk), Langdon St. CafĂŠ, 6 p.m. Donations, followed by ALAN GREENLEAF & THE DOCTOR (folk-rock), 9 p.m. Donations.

KIP MEAKER TRIO (electric blues), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 9:30 p.m. $3-5.

POSSUMHAW, EAMES BROTHERS, SUGARBLUE (original blues, Americana), Positive Pie 2, 10 p.m. $3-5.

CHRISTINE LAVIN (singer-songwriter), Middle Earth, 8:30 p.m. $25.

:: northern VIP LADIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; NIGHT WITH DJ SKIPPY (top 40, r&b, reggae), Tabu CafĂŠ & Nightclub, 9 p.m. NC. 18+.

GLASS ONION (rock), Monopole, 10 p.m. NC. DJ DANCE PARTY, Rusty Nail, 10 p.m.

NC. CALAMITY JANE (alt-country, bluegrass), Beeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. SQUIDDA (funk-rock), Matterhorn, 9:30 p.m. NC.

SAT.02

:: burlington area LIVE MUSIC, Radio Bean, 6 p.m. NC. THE COMPLAINTS (rock), RĂ­ RĂĄ Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. SOMEBODYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CLOSET (jam-rock), Red Square, 9 p.m. $3, followed by DJ A-DOG (hip-hop), midnight. $3.

KIP MEAKER (blues), 1/2 Lounge, 7 p.m. NC. MITCH TERRICCIANO (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m. NC, followed by VORCZA, THE DIRTMINERS (groovejazz, Americana, rock), Nectarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9 p.m. $3.

JESS CLEMONS, CRAIG CARDIFF, ADAM BEAMER (singer-songwriters), Club Metronome, 7 p.m. NC, followed by RETRONOME (â&#x20AC;&#x2122;80s dance party), 10 p.m. $5.

MASSIVE (DJs), Rasputinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10 p.m. $3.

SPECIAL BLEND WITH DJS JOHN DEMUS, JAH RED, ROBBIE J. (reggae, dancehall, reggaeton, hip-hop), Second Floor, 9 p.m. $5/10. 18+.

DJ C-LOW (hip-hop), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. ROCKSTEADY WITH DJ ZEEJAY (hiphop classics), Green Room, 10 p.m.

NC. VT UNION PRESENTS: â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE SPOTâ&#x20AC;? (hip-hop DJs), Wine Works, 10 p.m.

NC. NICHOLAS CASSARINO ENSEMBLE (jazz), 9 p.m. NC, followed by DJ ANUBUS (hip-hop), Plan B, 10 p.m.

NC. FEAR OF MUSIC (Talking Heads tribute), Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, 9 p.m. $5/7. AA. ROCKDOG (rock), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3.

FTX (hip-hop), Trackside Tavern, 9 p.m.

NC. RESOULED (soul, r&b), Lincoln Inn Tavern, 9 p.m. NC. RUN FOR COVER (rock), Backstage Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Genoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke Club, from 3 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE WITH MIKE PELKEY, Banana Winds CafĂŠ, 8 p.m. NC. BALANCE DJ & KARAOKE, Franny Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley TODD DELBAK (solo acoustic), B.U. Emporium, 7:30 p.m. NC. DANCE PARTY WITH DJ EARL, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central BLUES NOIR, Charlie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9:30 p.m. NC. NEW GYPSY STRING QUARTET, Langdon St. CafĂŠ, 9 p.m. Donations.

LEWIS FRANCO & THE GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT (singer-songwriter), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 9:30 p.m. $3-5.

DJ J-TWIST (hip-hop), Positive Pie 2, 10 p.m. NC. â&#x20AC;&#x153;EYE OF THE DREAMERâ&#x20AC;? WITH SANDRA WRIGHT BAND, SWORD & SPIRIT, PANHANDLERS, THE SCREWTOPS (Vermont Foster and Adopted Families Association benefit), Barre Opera House, 7 p.m. $15.

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Adrianas Up, 25 Church St., Burlington, 658-1323.

Akesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Place, 134 Church St., Burlington, 864-8111.

The Alley Coffee House, 15 Haydenberry Dr., Milton, 893-1571.

American Flatbread, 115 St. Paul St., Burlington, 861-2999.

Amigos Cantina, 4 Merchants Row, Middlebury, 388-3624.

Ashleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Merchantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Row, Randolph, 728-9182.

Backstage Pub, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494.

Backstreet, 17 Hudson St., St. Albans, 527-2400.

Bad Girls CafĂŠ, Main St., Johnson, 635-7025.

Ball & Chain CafĂŠ, 16 Park St., Brandon, 247-0050.

Banana Winds CafĂŠ & Pub 1 Towne Marketplace, Essex Jct., 879-0752.

Bangkok Bistro & Thai Steakhouse, 2403 Shelburne Rd., S. Burlington, 985-5577.

Barre Opera House, 6 North Main St., Barre, 476-8188.

Basin Harbor Club, 4800 Basin Harbor Drive, Vergennes, 1-800-622-4000.

Battery Park, Burlington, 865-7166.

Bayside Pavilion, 13 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909.

Beeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knees, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 888-7889.

Beyond Infinity Upstairs, 43 Center St., Brandon, 247-5100.

Big Moose Pub at the Fire & Ice Restaurant, 28 Seymour St., Middlebury, 388-0361.

Big Picture Theater & CafĂŠ, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994.

Black Bear Tavern & Grill, 205 Hastings Hill, St. Johnsbury, 748-1428.

Black Door Bar & Bistro, 44 Main St., Montpelier, 223-7070.

Blue Star CafĂŠ, 28 Main St., Winooski, 654-8700.

The Bobcat CafĂŠ, 5 Main St., Bristol, 453-3311.

Bolton Valley Resort, 4302 Bolton Access Rd., Bolton Valley, 434-3444.

Bonz Smokehouse & Grill, 97 Portland St., Morrisville, 888-6283.

Borders Books & Music, 29 Church St., Burlington, 865-2711.

Breakwater CafĂŠ, 1 King St., Burlington, 658-6276.

The Brewski, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366.

B.U. Emporium, 163 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 658-4292.

Bundy Center for the Arts, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-4781.

Buonoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lounge, 3182 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2232.

Capitol Grounds, 45 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800.

Carolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hungry Mind CafĂŠ, 24 Merchantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Row, Middlebury, 388-0101.

Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 2630 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2576.

Charlemont Restaurant, #116 Rt. 100, Morrisville, 888-4242.

Charlie Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1746 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-7355.

Charlie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820.

Chow! Bella, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405.

City Limits, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919.

Coffee Hound, 97 Blakey Rd., Colchester, 651-8963.

Club Metronome, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563.

Contois Auditorium, Burlington City Hall, 865-7166.

Cuzzinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nightclub, 230 North Main St., Barre, 479-4344.

Euro Gourmet Market & CafĂŠ, 61 Main St., Burlington, 859-3467.

Finkermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Riverside Bar-B-Q, 188 River St., Montpelier, 229-2295.

Finniganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 205 College St., Burlington, 864-8209.

Flynn Center/FlynnSpace, 153 Main St., Burlington, 863-5966.

Foggyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Notion, One Lawson Lane, Burlington, 862-4544.

Franny Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 733 Queen City Pk. Rd., Burlington, 863-2909.

Genoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke Club, 127 Porters Point Road, Colchester, 658-2160.

Giovanniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trattoria, 15 Bridge St., Plattsburgh, 518-561-5856.

Global Markets CafĂŠ, 325 North Winooski Ave., Burlington, 863-3210.

Good Times CafĂŠ, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444.

Great Falls Club, Frog Hollow Alley, Middlebury, 388-0239.

Green Door Studio, 18 Howard St., Burlington, 316-1124.

Green Room, 86 St. Paul St., Burlington, 651-9669.

Ground Round Restaurant, 1633 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-1122.

Gustoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 28 Prospect St., Barre, 476-7919.

Halvorsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Upstreet CafĂŠ, 16 Church St., Burlington, 658-0278.

Hardwick Town House, 127 Church St., Hardwick, 456-8966.

Harperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant, 1068 Williston Rd., South Burlington, 863-6363.

Higher Ground, 1214 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 652-0777.

The Hub, Airport Drive, Bristol, 453-3678.

Inn at Baldwin Creek, 1868 N. Route 116, Bristol, 424-2432.

JPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389.

Jeffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Maine Seafood, 65 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-6135.

Koffee Kat, 104 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, NY, 518-566-8433.

La Brioche Bakery, 89 East Main St. Montpelier, 229-0443.

Lakeview Inn & Restaurant, 295 Breezy Ave., Greensboro, 533-2291.

Langdon St. CafĂŠ, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 223-8667.

Leunigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 115 Church St., Burlington, 863-3759.

Lincoln Inn Tavern, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309.

Lionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Den Pub, Mountain Road, Jeffersonville, 644-5567.

Localfolk Smokehouse, Jct. Rt. 100 & 17, Waitsfield, 496-5623.

Mad River Unplugged at Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910.

Main St. Grill, 118 Main St., Montpelier, 223-3188.

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Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 167 Main St., Burlington, 658-6776.

Matterhorn, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198.

McKeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 19 East Allen St., Winooski, 655-0048.

Melting Pot CafĂŠ, Rt. 2, East Montpelier, 223-1303.

Memorial Auditorium, 250 Main St., Burlington, 864-6044.

Mes Amis, 311 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8512.

Middle Earth Music Hall, Barton St., Bradford, 222-4748.

Miguelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stowe Away, 68 Church St., Burlington, 651-5298.

The Monkey House, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563.

Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-563-2222.

Muddy Waters, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466.

Murrayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern, 4 Lincoln Pl., Essex Jct., 878-4901.

Music Box, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533.

Music Club, 110 Business Center Rd., Williamstown, 443-6106.

Naked Turtle, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200.

Nectarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771.

1/2 Lounge, 136 1/2 Church St., Burlington, 865-0012.

Odd Fellows Hall, 1416 North Ave., Burlington, 862-3209.

Old Lantern, Greenbush Rd., Charlotte, 425-2120.

Olde Yankee Restaurant, Rt. 15, Jericho, 899-1116.

Orion Pub & Grill, Route 108, Jeffersonville, 644-8884.

Overtime Saloon, 38 S. Main St., St. Albans, 524-0357.

Paramount Theater, 30 Center St., Rutland, 775-0570.

Parima, 185 Pearl St., Burlington, 864-7917.

Park Place Tavern, 38 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3015.

Pickle Barrel Nightclub, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035.

Piecasso Pizza & Lounge, 1899 Mountain Road, Stowe, 253-4111.

Phoenix Bar, Sugarbush Village, Warren, 583-2003.

Pitcher Inn, 275 Main Street, Warren, 496-6350.

Plan B, 156 St. Paul St., Burlington, 651-0742.

Positive Pie 2, 20 State St., Montpelier, 229-0453.

Purple Moon Pub, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422.

Radio Bean, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346.

Rasputinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 163 Church St., Burlington, 864-9324.

Red Mill Restaurant, Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 475-2311.

Red Square, 136 Church St., Burlington, 859-8909.

Rhapsody CafĂŠ, 28 Main St., Montpelier, 229-6112.

Rhythm & Brews Coffeehouse, UVM, Burlington, 656-4211.

Riley Rink, Rt. 7A North, Manchester, 362-0150.

Ripton Community Coffee House, Rt. 125, 388-9782.

RĂ­ RĂĄ Irish Pub, 123 Church St., Burlington, 860-9401.

River Run Restaurant, 65 Main St., Plainfield, 454-1246.

Roqueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurante Mexicano & Cantina, 3 Main St., Burlington, 657-3377.

Rositaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mexican Restaurant, 7 Fayette Drive, S. Burlington, 862-8809.

Rozziâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lakeshore Tavern, 1072 West Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, 863-2342.

Ruben James, 159 Main St., Burlington, 864-0744.

Rusty Nail, Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-6245.

Samiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harmony Pub, 216 Rt. 7, Milton, 893-7267.

Seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bistro at the Wyndham Hotel, 60 Battery Street, Burlington, 859-5013.

Second Floor, 165 Church St., Burlington, 660-2088.

Shooters Saloon, 30 Kingman St., St. Albans, 527-3777.

Smugglersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Notch Inn, 55 Church St., Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6607.

St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, 9 Central Ave., Burlington, 864-9778.

Starry Night CafĂŠ, 5371 Rt. 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-6316.

Stowe Coffee House, Rt. 57 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-2189.

Stowehof Inn, Edson Hill Rd., Stowe, 253-9722.

Sweetwaters, 118 Church St., Burlington, 864-9800.

Tabu CafĂŠ & Nightclub, 14 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, 518-566-0666.

T Bones Restaurant & Bar, 38 Lower Mountain View Drive, Colchester, 654-8008.

38 Main Street Pub, 38 Main St., Winooski, 655-0072.

Three Mountain Lodge, Jeffersonville, 644-5736.

Three Stallion Inn, 655 Stock Farm Rd., Randolph, 728-5575.

Toscano CafĂŠ & Bistro, 27 Bridge St., Richmond, 434-3148.

Trackside Tavern, 18 Malletts Bay Ave., Winooski, 655-9542.

Three Mountain Lodge Restaurant, Smugglersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Notch Road, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-5736.

Two Brothers Tavern, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002.

242 Main, Burlington, 862-2244.

Upper Deck Pub at the Windjammer, 1076 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-6585.

Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910.

Vermont Pub & Brewery, 144 College St., Burlington, 865-0500.

Village Tavern at Smugglersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Notch Inn, 55 Church St., Jeffersonville, 644-6607.

Wafâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Westside Deli, 165 East Allen St., Winooski, 655-0290.

Waterbury Wings, 1 South Main St., Waterbury, 244-7827.

Waterfront Theatre, 60 Lake St., Burlington, 862-7469.

Wine Bar at Wine Works, 133 St. Paul St., Burlington, 951-9463.

Zoeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tack Room & CafĂŠ, 3825 Rt. 7, Charlotte, 425-5867.

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reviewthis PHISH, COLORADO ’88

GREGORY DOUGLASS, UP & AWAY

(Jemp Records, CD)

(Emote Records, CD)

At this point, Burlington singer-songwriter Gregory Douglass could publish a how-to book on DIY recording, marketing and self-promotion. He’s a virtual one-man industry whose work has been heard on national TV and radio, all without the benefit of major (or minor, for that matter) label support.

Douglass’ latest, Up & Away, is his sixth full-length CD, and I’m convinced it’s his best to date. I know I said that about his previous effort, Stark, but I’ll be damned if the new effort doesn’t top it.

On his last disc, Douglass traded his typical pop vibrancy for solemn introspection. In place of the freshfaced jingles about unrequited love were reflective musings on, well, unrequited love. For his latest, he more or less splits the difference. Make no mistake about it — Up & Away showcases a truly mature artist. But instead of wallowing, Douglass puts his songwriting gifts to work on 11 well-rounded, beautifully voiced tunes.

Recorded and mixed locally, the album sounds as good as any big-budget production. The band on the disc is composed of Douglass on keyboards and vocals, Aaron Cowan on guitar, Stephen Holt on bass and Todd Gevry on drums. Additional flavor comes from guest trumpet, cello and clarinet players.

If you don’t dig big melodies, vocal quavers and contemporary production, Up & Away probably isn’t your bag. It’s not indie-rock, that’s for damn sure. But from the effervescent opener “Light Don’t Shine” to the chordal swells of the closing title track, this album is full of emotion and sonic detail.

And there’s plenty of great stuff in between: “Living” is a metro-ready piano-driven number propelled by disco rhythms and soaring harmonies, while “Annablle” is a confessional cut that’s melodically adventurous despite its muted dynamics.

Equally moving is the meditative “Into the Sunset,” which illustrates the depth of Douglass’ vocal range.

He sings the verses in a honeyed baritone, before edging slowly into a multi-tracked chorus as colorful as the sunset the title invokes.

“See You Cry” makes fine use of acoustic guitar and tinkling piano. It’s a nice break from the operatic density common to the rest of the record. Still, there are probably at least four or five background vocals fluttering around Douglass’ main melody like pristine doves.

There’s no telling how much further Douglass’ talent will take him, but my guess is both up and away.

Catch his CD release party at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge on Sunday, December 3, with Zac Clark.

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Not being a Phish fan has made the 15 or so years I’ve lived in Burlington a curious experience. At the peak of the band’s popularity — I’m guessing 1995-’99 — I found myself justifying my non-interest in the group on what seemed like a daily basis.

Now I’m receiving credit card offers addressed to Phish in my mailbox nearly every other day. No kidding. My guess is that either someone in the band once lived in my apartment, or it’s a mean joke played on me by an ornery jam fan. I’ll buy whoever solves the mystery a beer.

The bottom line is that Phish have been nigh-impossible for me to escape. Almost everyone I know has worked for the band’s production company; the rest are either friends of friends or have other, less savory ties to the group. But I’ve somehow remained uninvolved. That’s why I believe I’m a great candidate to review the band’s latest posthumous live offering, Colorado ’88.

Guess what? I like it! Well, a lot of it, anyway. The sucker is three discs long, so after a while I kind of forgot it was even on. Makes me wonder if the band ever forgot they were playing.

The CDs are something of a historical artifact, as they capture Phish as mere jam minnows. To my ears, they’re at their hungriest, and perhaps goofiest. Their musicality is very much in effect, as is their avoidance of conventional “hooks.” The latter is something that would plague the band on studio releases, when live exhilaration was replaced by middling forays into limp classic rock.

But let’s talk about the good stuff. By now, most folks know who contributes what to the band’s sound, so I won’t get into overwrought descriptions of Trey Anastasio’s guitar tone. I will say this, though: Despite the occasional atonal plunk or plonk, the band sounds very tight. Of course, I couldn’t care less what they’re singing about. Apparently it makes more sense on ’shrooms. Or so I’ve been told.

I’m certainly not about to run out and buy every live document the band has ever produced, but it’s charming to hear four of the dorkiest dudes you’d ever encounter playing to audiences who haven’t yet foisted godhood status upon them.

Maybe I’ve been too dismissive of these guys. Or maybe not. At the end of the day, I prefer the Dead and Zappa. But hearing the Phab Phaur in such a vulnerable state is refreshing. Now get me off those mailing lists, please.

CASEY REA

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GREGORY DOUGLASS, ZAC CLARK (pop-rock singer-songwriters; CD release party), Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, 7:30 p.m. $10/12.

AA. PINE ST. JAZZ WITH JODY ALBRIGHT, Lincoln Inn, 6 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC. KARAOKE WITH PETE, Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central MORSE-CARR-MOROZ TRIO (jazz), Langdon St. Café, 7:30 p.m. NC.

:: northern CODY MICHAELS (solo piano), Bee’s Knees, noon NC, followed by KATRINA, NICK & JAKE (Irish, traditional), 7:30 p.m. NC.

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OPEN MIKE, Radio Bean, 8 p.m. NC. MARK LEGRAND & THE LOVESICK BANDITS (honky-tonk), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by DJ CRE8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m. NC. MIKE PEDERSEN TRIO, LUCID, JAY LASAGE ACOUSTIC (rock), Nectar’s, 9 p.m. $5/NC. 18+.

SERVICE INDUSTRY NIGHT WITH DJS FATTIE B & ZEEJAY (laid-back grooves), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. EASTERN EUROPEAN MUSIC SESSION, Euro Gourmet, 7 p.m. NC. TRUCK STOP ROCK WITH BRETT HUGHES (vintage country DJ), Monkey House, 10 p.m. NC. REGGAE CAFÉ WITH JAH RED, Blue Star Café, 8 p.m. NC. BLUEGRASS JAM WITH BOB DEGREE, Lincoln Inn, 7 p.m. NC.

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VICTOR WOOTEN (funk, fusion), Higher Ground Ballroom, 8 p.m. $18/20. AA. BLUEGRASS NIGHT ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION, Lincoln Inn Tavern, 7 p.m. NC.

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DAVE HARRISON’S STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. BEATS & PIECES WITH DJ A-DOG (hip-hop), Green Room, 10 p.m. NC. JOHN DEMUS PRESENTS: ENCORE (roots-reggae), Wine Works, 10 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE WITH BONNIE, St. John’s Club, 7 p.m. NC. PNUMA TRIO WITH RYAN BURNETT, BAD SUIT, DJK (electronic, jam, progressive funk), Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, 10 p.m. $10. AA. IPOD NIGHT (self-serve DJ), Monkey House, 8 p.m. NC. CELTIC PARTY NIGHT OPEN SESSION, Lincoln Inn Tavern, 7 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 8:30 p.m. NC.

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Now, the group specializes in weight sharing; members make elaborate shapes by balancing multiple bodies. It looks like magic. Pilobolus brings its fertile energy, humor and complex choreography to the Flynn in a show of new and classic moves.

Dances include the life-is-short reminder “Memento Mori,” the exotic underwater fairy tale “Aquatica,” and “Walklyndon,” a silent, vaudevilletype physical-comedy piece in which six colorfully dressed, jocular jocks engage in slapstick galumphing.

Prudish types, take note: nudity is a troupe hallmark, and parts of the program may contain, er, parts.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. ST. ANDREWS PIPES & DRUMS: Got kilt? This Scottish-style marching band welcomes new members to play bagpipes or percussion. St. James Episcopal Church, Essex Junction, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7335.

OPEN MIKE COFFEEHOUSE: College students share notes in an on-campus musical review. Fireplace Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, Champlain College, Burlington, 8:30-11 p.m. Free. Info, 865-6416.

STUDENT VOICE RECITAL: Baritone Ezra Axelrod offers the first scene from Mozart’s Cosi Fan Tutte along with two of his original compositions and works

by Verdi and contemporary Oregonbased composer John McKinnon.

Concert Hall, Middlebury College Center for the Arts, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.

dance ‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: Work on your sensuous nightclub routines at this weekly Latin dance session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, nonmembers 6 p.m., members 7 p.m. $12. Info, 598-1077.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: Soft-shoed folk appreciators step out in traditional Lowland formations. Union Elementary School, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $4-6. Info, 879-7618.

drama ‘RENT’: East Village twentysomethings band together in this multicultural rock opera about finding love and acceptance in a hard-knock world. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7 p.m. $35, $46 & $55; day-of-show “rush” tickets $20.

Info, 863-5966.

‘27 HEAVEN’: Hair New York Productions presents an original rock musical by author and filmmaker Ian Halperin that imagines after-death conversations between Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and Kurt Cobain. See story, this issue. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $22. Info, 863-5966.

‘THE FEVER’: Burlington-based accordionist David Symons performs a blistering single-character play written by dramaturge and actor Wallace Shawn. Parima Thai Restaurant, Burlington, 8 p.m. Call for cost. Info, 864-7917.

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film ‘BABEL’: The story lines in this modernday epic from director Alejandro González Iñárritu span three continents and multiple languages. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50.

Info, 748-2600.

STOWE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL: Screenings celebrate snow-centric cinema; Backcountry TV’s Balancing the Bitterroots weighs slopeside development in Montana, and Ben Wagner’s Southbounders profiles long-distance hikers on the Appalachian Trail.

Vermont Ski Museum, Stowe, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 253-9911, ext. 203.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. NOONTIME CAFE: Collections and exhibitions manager Margaret Tamulonis introduces ancient curios, devil masks and Vermont landscapes among the holdings of the Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 12:15 p.m. $5. Info, 656-0750.

words POETRY OPEN MIKE: Bards take turns reading original verse, selections from favorite authors or folk ballads sans instruments at this multilingual mélange. Euro Gourmet Market & Café, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 859-3467.

JEFFREY MARSHALL: The UVM librarian and author talks about The Inquest, his novel based on an 1830 abortion trial in Burlington. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

TOM DAVIS: The Barre author launches his memoir Beyond Depot Square, a recollection of small-town Vermont life in the 1940s. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.

talks LAURIE DAVID: The environmental activist who produced Al Gore’s cautionary film An Inconvenient Truth speaks about grassroots efforts to stop global warming. Ira Allen Chapel, UVM, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-9497.

INDUSTRIAL ARCHAEOLOGY LECTURE: Bennington-based field researcher Victor Rolando offers an illustrated overview of Vermont sites that once housed mining or mineral-processing facilities. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.

‘EYE ON THE NIGHT SKY’: Meteorologist and VPR weather forecaster Mark Breen talks with kids and adults about the stars and planets that are currently visible overhead. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

HAYMARKET FORUM: Paul D’Amato of the International Socialist Organization discusses Marxism’s modern-day relevance. Memorial Lounge, Waterman Building, UVM, Burlington, 6-10 p.m.

Free. Info, 363-7228.

CHINA & VERMONT: Zhou Wenxhong, the Chinese ambassador to the U.S., delivers remarks on his country’s commercial and cultural exchanges with the Green Mountain State. Ross Sports Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 3:30 p.m.

Info, www.vcwa.org or 863-5966.

‘PATRIOTISM IN AMERICA’: David Callahan, a co-founder of the Demos public policy center, discusses political conservatives’ usurpation of moral values. Burlington College, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-9616.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: Watch critters do dinner with help from the animal-care staff at ECHO, Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 & 3 p.m. $7-9. Info, 864-1848.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Readings of family faves provide morning fun for toddlers at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: Picture books and puppets engage growing readers aged 3-5. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m.

Free. Info, 878-6956.

WILLISTON STORY HOUR: Crafts and books fuel the imaginations of kids ages 3-5. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1 p.m. Free.

Registration and info, 878-4918.

WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: Children gather for games, songs and stories at the Westford Library, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free.

Info, 878-5639.

HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: Youngsters let loose in a fun, friendly, toy-filled atmosphere. Hinesburg Town Hall, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 453-3038.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: Little ones ages 2 and under get hooked on books at the Waterbury Library, 10 a.m. Free.

Info, 244-7036.

‘MOVING & GROOVING’: Two- to 5-year-olds boogie down to rock ’n’ roll and world-beat music. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

FIRST-TIME PARENTS: Moms and dads swap stories and play with their babies at the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Registration and info, 878-4918.

DISCOVERY PROGRAM: Preschoolers engage in animal exploration, games and crafts. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 9:30-11 a.m. $7.

Registration and info, 229-6206.

sport SENIOR EXERCISE: The 60-plus set benefits from stretches and strength training. Senior Community Center, The Pines, South Burlington, 1:30 p.m. $3.

Info, 658-7477.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: Activists stand together in opposition to the U.S. occupation of Iraq. Top of Church Street, Burlington, 5-5:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 863-2345.

INTERNATIONAL SOCIALISTS: Marxminded activists strategize about how to resurrect the American Dream. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 7 p.m.

Free. Child care and info, 318-3453.

TRANSPORTATION PLAN HEARING: Burlington residents share concerns and ideas for better getting around town.

Department of Public Works, 645 Pine Street, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 865-1794.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See the world through the eyes of an injured bird, from rescue and rehab to eventual release. VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 11 a.m. $8.

Info, 359-5000. Also at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: Nature lovers get a look at live birds on tours of the VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 2:30 p.m. $8.

Info, 359-5000.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: Fans of cocoa-covered confectionery see how it’s made at Laughing Moon Chocolates, Stowe, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 253-9591.

ESL GROUP: Non-native speakers learn English at the South Burlington Community Library, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. Also at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.

CHESS GROUP: Beginner- and intermediate-level players strategize ways to put each other’s kings in check. South Burlington Community Library, 7 p.m.

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KNITTING POSSE: Needle-wielding crafters convene over good yarns.

South Burlington Community Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7076.

NOONTIME KNITTERS: Crafty types pause for patterns amid midday stitches. Waterbury Public Library, noon - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

VETERANS JOB NETWORKING: Ex-soldiers share labor-market tips, training info and employment leads.

VFW Post, Essex Junction, 9:30-11 a.m. & American Legion Post, St. Albans, 1-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 652-0339.

CHARITY BINGO: Players seek patterns on numbered cards, then say the word.

Broadacres Bingo Hall, Colchester, 7 p.m. $10 for 12 cards. Info, 860-1510.

‘LUNCH & LEARN’ SERIES: Petal pushers learn how to force bulbs for winter windowsill blooms. Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, noon - 1 p.m. Free.

Info, 658-2433.

VISITOR VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION: In a 45-minute info session, trainees hear how to assist aging seniors as part of a local drop-in program. Champlain Valley Agency on Aging, Chace Mill, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free. Info, www. cvaa.org or 865-0360.

FESTIVAL OF TREES: Viewers vote for their favorite among dozens of creatively decorated conifers. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 775-0570.

AIDS INFORMATION FAIR: Undergraduates present up-to-date info on the development of microbicides to protect against HIV infection. Women’s Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.

ARTS & CULTURE BREAKFAST: The Vermont Youth Orchestra performs two of Brahms’ Hungarian Dances for visiting Chinese ambassador Zhou Wenxhong. Wyndham Hotel, Burlington, 8 a.m. $30 includes breakfast and admission to an afternoon keynote at St. Michael’s College. Reservations and info, www.vtchamber.org or 223-0924.

BUSINESS LUNCH: The Vermont Exporter of the Year award is announced at a banquet honoring the Chinese ambassador to the U.S., Zhou Wenxhong.

Doubletree Hotel, South Burlington, 12:30 p.m. $50 includes lunch and admission to an afternoon keynote at St. Michael’s College. Reservations and info, www.vtchamber.org or 223-0924.

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Church Street, Burlington, Friday, November 24, 6 a.m.

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I woke up at 5 a.m. on the day after Thanksgiving and was out the door half an hour later. The Burlington Town Center would be opening at 6 on this busiest shopping day of the year, and I wanted to see who might be out looking for holiday bargains.

It was still dark when I arrived in front of the mall at 5:40. Strings of lights twinkled in the trees. Outdoor speakers played upbeat classical music.

It was a charming scene, but few people were around to appreciate it — the Church Street Marketplace was devoid of shoppers. I saw one older gentleman strolling down the street, and asked him if he was hitting the stores.

“Hell, no,” he said as he passed. “To hell with shopping.”

As I was waiting for the mall to open, I popped into Old Navy, which had been open since 5. From outside, I saw a number of people scurrying about. It was only as I walked through the door that I realized they were all employees.

A guy who looked a little older than most of the teenage and twentysomething clerks greeted me enthusiastically. “Have a breakfast bar,” he said, grabbing a pancake-flavored snack from a cardboard box near the door. “You’re our first customer.”

I went back outside and waited. At 5:50, Susan and Suzy O’Kane of Essex Junction appeared carrying steaming cups of coffee. “We were surprised the garage wasn’t full,” said Susan, Suzy’s mom. “We got the first spot.”

By 6:30, things had finally started to pick up, but I was disappointed in my search for a rapacious mob. Where were all the shoppers? I got back in my car and drove to Taft Corners in Williston. Sure enough, the place was packed. There were so many cars at Circuit City that some people had parked on the grass. One of the TV stations was reporting from Wal-Mart.

Satisfied that the holiday spirit was alive and well, I headed home — without having bought a thing.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. HOLIDAY CAROLING: Seasonal music enlivens streets throughout downtown Rutland, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 773-9380.

FYFE & DRUM CORPS REHEARSAL: Fancy a tri-corner hat? New learners ages 8 and up toot colonial-era tunes at the Underhill ID School, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 878-2655.

STUDENT RECITAL: Music majors make notes with a variety of instruments in a combo concert of classical and jazz works. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776.

dance DANCE TRIBE: Boogie down to recorded tunes in a safe, friendly environment.

No shoes are required at Shelburne Town Hall, 7-9 p.m. $2. Info, 476-6139.

KORESH DANCE COMPANY: The Philadelphia-based troupe founded in 1991 by Israeli choreographer Ronen Koresh blends ballet, jazz and modern dance at the Fine Arts Center, Castleton State College, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 468-1119.

drama ‘27 HEAVEN’: See November 29.

film ‘BABEL’: See November 29.

‘A CLOSER WALK’: This documentary sums up the current state of the global AIDS epidemic. Campus Center Theater, Billings Student Center, UVM, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 656-0364.

‘POWWOW HIGHWAY’: This film about two activists on a road-trip from their Montana reservation to Santa Fe forms part of a film-screening series exploring Native American identity. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5.

Info, 656-0750.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: Shutterbugs develop film and print pictures at the Center for Photographic Studies, Barre, 6-9 p.m. $8 per hour. Reservations and info, 479-4127.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY DISCUSSION: Pixel packers discuss the ins and outs of digital SLR cameras and printing with Photoshop. Deborah Rawson Community Library, Jericho, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 899-4232.

words POETRY READING: Burlington-based versifier Ralph Culver reads from his work at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

GEOF HEWITT: The slam poetry champ shares his perspective on extempore and performance verse, among other topics. Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, Champlain College, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 860-2700.

RICHARD BURGIN: The five-time Pushcart Prize winner reads from his latest short-story collection, The Conference on Beautiful Moments.

Farrell Room, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 4 p.m.

Free. Info, 654-2536.

talks AIDS EPIDEMIC: UVM geography professor Glen Elder and St. Michael’s College political science prof Patricia Siplon explain why Americans should be concerned about AIDS in both the U.S. and Africa. Hoehl Welcome Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 654-2536.

POLITICAL CHANGE: Veteran Vermont reporter Chris Graff, a former bureau chief for the Associated Press, speaks about the state’s politics and his new book, Dateline Vermont. The Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 872-2627.

‘GREAT DECISIONS 2006’: Citizens discuss how international conflicts over energy and resources affect the world economy. South Burlington Community Library, 7 p.m. Free. Registration and info, 652-7080.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See November 29.

WESTFORD STORYTIME: Kids ponder picture books and create crafts at the Westford Library, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-5639.

DADS’ PLAYGROUP: Fathers and their offspring bond through fun and games.

Family Center, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free.

Info, 828-8765.

KIDS’ GARDEN TOUR: Young ones explore the world of plants on a walk around the Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Free. Info, 658-2433.

‘LITTLE ROOTS’ STORYTIME: Kids gather to hear tales about plants, flowers and bugs. Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 658-2433.

MUSIC TIME: Growing listeners under age 5 contemplate chords and bounce to rhythms. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free.

Info, 878-4918.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Future readers aged 2 to 5 take in tales at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 865-7216.

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BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See November 29.

DRINKING LIBERALLY: Bottoms-up democracy fuels discussion at a meeting of political progressives.

American Flatbread, Burlington, 8-10 p.m. Free. Info, 267-237-7488.

PUBLIC HEARING: Chittenden County commuters weigh in on the proposed Southern Connector. Champlain School, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 652-2453.

VOLUNTEER TRAINING: Community members learn how to answer the 24hour phone hotline for the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rape Crisis Center and assist with fundraising and education efforts. Call for Burlington-area location, noon - 1:30 p.m. Registration and info, 864-0555.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;RAPTOR RESCUEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See November 29. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;RAPTORS UP CLOSEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See November 29.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See November 29.

CHARITY BINGO: See November 29.

FESTIVAL OF TREES: See November 29.

VERMONT CHESS CLUB: Pawn pushers strategize to better their games.

Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 879-0198.

BRIDGE CLUB: Partners shuffle cards and chat at the Godnick Senior Center, Rutland, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 287-5756.

QUEEN CITY BNI: Local members of Business Network International schmooze at a weekly breakfast meeting to help promote one anotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s companies. Ethan Allen Club, Burlington, 8 a.m. First visit is free. Info, 655-3787.

GLYCONUTRIENTS WORKSHOP: Health nuts learn about the complex sugars that improve cellular communication and eliminate harmful toxins. Call for on-campus location at Vermont College, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 234-5260.

HOLIDAY GIVING FUNDRAISER: Free spinal check-ups accompany drinks, live music and door prizes at an event supporting disadvantaged children.

Discover Chiropractic, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 951-5700.

OPEN COMPUTER WORKSHOPS: Techsavvy library staff assist patrons with onsite software and usage questions.

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Registration and info, 865-7217.

VERMONT EMPLOYMENT GROWTH INCENTIVE WORKSHOP: Business owners hear how the state can help pros add jobs to their companies.

Doubletree Hotel, South Burlington, 7:45-10 a.m. includes breakfast. Free.

Registration and info, 862-5726. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;SURVEY SAYSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Audience members participate at a taping of a homegrown game show on which area residents are interviewed. Talk with the zydeco band Mango Jam precedes a segment covering the Higher Ground comedy battle. Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 860-6111.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A MEDITERRANEAN CHRISTMASâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: The Boston Camerata and the Sharq Arabic Ensemble launch an ocean-centered holiday ode spanning seven centuries of music from around the sea that connects Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Ira Allen Chapel, UVM, Burlington, pre-concert talk 6:30 p.m., concert 7:30 p.m. $25. Info, 863-5966.

SMALL JAZZ ENSEMBLES: Three combos ranging in size from six to eleven players bust out works by bebop and Brazilian composers.

Southwick Ballroom, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-7776.

WOODCHUCKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S REVENGE: Local musicians Sandy Morse and Kristina and Peter Cady play foot-tapping country tunes at the Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 247-0050.

ART CONCERT: The MontrĂŠal-based band Elfin Saddle rides again with Burlingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fighter! and a special guest. TickTick Studio, Burlington, 8 p.m. Donations. Info, 540-0088.

CHARLOTTE COFFEEHOUSE CONCERT: Expect traditional fiddle fare and kitchen-junket numbers from the Vermont folk quartet Wagtail.

Charlotte Senior Center, 7:30 p.m. $5-7. Info, 425-2901.

COLCHESTER COMMUNITY CHORUS: Area vocalists present holiday music accompanied by harpist Heidi Soons.

Colchester High School, 7:30 p.m.

Donations. Info, 862-3910.

VERMONT PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA: Instrumentalists join local choristers and soloists for Handelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Messiah. St. Augustine Church, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $15.

Info, 476-8188.

BURLINGTON BASSOON PROJECT: A performance of modern chamber music by Sofia Gubaidulina and Eric Dolphy features flute, clarinet and two parts for bass reed instruments.

Burlington City Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Donations. Info, 646-286-2326. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;CHRISTMAS WITH COUNTERPOINTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Robert De Cormier directs Vermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pro vocal ensemble in a program of traditional carols from around the world. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 863-5966.

dance BALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL: Singles and couples of all ages learn ballroom, swing and Latin dancing.

Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7-10 p.m. $10. Info, 862-2207.

ARGENTINEAN TANGO: Shoulders back, chin up! With or without partners, dancers of all abilities strut to bandoneĂłn riffs in a self-guided practice session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 598-1077.

FALL DANCE CONCERT: A piece by new dance artist-in-residence Tiffany Rhynard and a contemporary Chinese dance round out a showcase of works by advanced student choreographers.

Dance Theatre, Middlebury College Center for the Arts, 8 p.m. $5. Info, 443-6433.

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: Lively music inspires movers to make rural rounds in clean, soft-soled shoes.

Elley-Long Music Center, St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College, Colchester, 7-9:30 p.m. $7, free for beginners. Info, 899-2378.

drama â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;27 HEAVENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See November 29.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;INDIA SONGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: This theatrical adaptation of Marguerite Durasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; text wrestles with postcolonial dilemmas about migration, modernity and oppression through a storyline set in Calcutta and Lahore. An original jazz score accompanies the show at Mann Gymnasium, Trinity Campus, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 656-0085. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE HEIDI CHRONICLESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: High school students go highbrow with Wendy Wassersteinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s award-winning play following a feminist through three decades. Essex High School, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 879-7121. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ANTIGONEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: In French playwright Jean Anouilhâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1944 version of Sophoclesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; classical drama, a young woman defies a repressive government to uphold her slain brotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right to a proper burial. Pendragon Theatre, Saranac Lake, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $16.

Info, 518-891-1854. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE LOGGERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Comedian Rusty DeWees busts out rustic humor with a group of gifted cut-ups and local musicians.

South Burlington High School, 8 p.m. $16. Info, 888-8838.

film â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE SCIENCE OF SLEEPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Director Michel Gondry portrays an insecure young manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s haphazard attempts to connect with a female neighbor.

Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE LOST TRIBES OF ISRAELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: In this documentary, anthropologist Tudor Larfitt investigates genetic connections claimed by South Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lemba people to Jewish ethnic groups described in the Bible. Room 501, Waterman Building, UVM, Burlington, noon - 1:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 656-7990. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE WARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Filmmaker Ken Burns of PBS-documentary fame introduces the first episode of his seven-part series about how WWII affected America. A Q&A session follows. See â&#x20AC;&#x153;Flick Chick,â&#x20AC;? this issue. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $8. Info, 603-646-2422.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK: Burlingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visual artists arrange visits to more than 40 galleries and studios in a social celebration of creativity.

Various Burlington-area locations, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 264-4839.

ART FOR FOOD: Sales of art-opening items benefit the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger at a female-run artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cooperative. 215 College Gallery, Burlington, 5-8 p.m.

Free. Info, 864-5813.

talks ARMCHAIR TOURISM: Rolf Kielman, president of the Burlington-based architecture firm Truex Cullins and Partners, offers an architectural travelogue of Egypt and Turkey. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 863-5980.

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW: Attorney David Bookbinder describes a current Sierra Club case requesting that the EPA regulate auto emissions under the Clean Air Act. Chase Community Center, Vermont Law School, South Royalton, 12:45-2 p.m. Free. Info, 831-1309.

APPELLATE ATTORNEYS PANEL: Legal advisors presenting cases this fall before the U.S. Supreme Court discuss cutting-edge constitutional litigation.

Chase Community Center, Vermont Law School, South Royalton, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 831-1309.

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Saturday, December 2, Barre Opera House, 7-10 p.m. $15. Info, 476-8188. Sunday, December 3, FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7-10 p.m. $15. Info, 863-5966. www.barreoperahouse.org www.flynntix.org

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See November 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See November 29, 9:30 a.m., for children ages 3-5.

SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: Youngsters over age 3 get together for easy listening at the South Burlington Library, 10 a.m.

Free. Info, 652-7080.

TODDLER TIME: Tykes ages 1-3 let off steam with songs, books and rhyming games. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free.

Registration and info, 878-4918.

sport SENIOR EXERCISE: See November 29, 10 a.m.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See November 29.

‘KEEP THE PROMISE’: St. Michael’s College students and community members show support of AIDS patients worldwide to Vermont’s U.S. Senate delegation. Meet outside of the offices of Patrick Leahy and Bernie Sanders, Burlington, 1 p.m.

Free. Info, 654-2536.

AIDS VIGIL: Candlelight memorializes those who have lost their life to HIV. In front of the St. Michael’s College Chapel, Burlington, 4:45 p.m. Free.

Info, 654-2536.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See November 29.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See November 29.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: November 29.

CHARITY BINGO: See November 29.

FESTIVAL OF TREES: See November 29, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. A cocktail party precedes a benefit auction sending conifers home with high bidders.

Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 6-9 p.m. $12. Info, 775-0903.

TERTULIA LATINA: Latinoamericanos and other fluent Spanish speakers converse en español at Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3440.

‘FESTIVALS OF LIGHT’: Artists, performers, musicians and storytellers make a multicultural holiday celebration honoring diversity. Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College, Burlington, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 860-2700.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE EXHIBIT: Seven categories of culinary creations with entirely edible trim tempt visitors to vote for their favorite.

Vermont Folklife Center, Middlebury, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4964.

RECON SOIREE: A senior student show reception kicks off a multimedia performance featuring locally produced music and poetry. Reconnaissance Gallery, Burlington College, 5:30 p.m., open mike 9 p.m. Free. Info, 862-9616.

HOLIDAY FASHION FUNDRAISER: Shoppers peruse locally designed lingerie, pants and purses at a glamour-gift fair to benefit the Vermont Foodbank. Plan B, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free, but please bring donations of canned goods. Info, 849-9868.

VERMONT INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: This musical marketplace featuring food and crafts from around the world brings traditional songs and dances to the Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 5-8 p.m. $5. Info, 863-6713.

‘FOLLOW THAT STAR’ BAZAAR: Baked goods, handmade crafts and antiques pique browsers’ interest at St. Ambrose Church, Bristol, 1-5 p.m.

Free. Info, 453-2488.

SOLSTICE DANCE & HOLIDAY FAIR: Adults and older teens swing arm in arm, then peruse a craft market. Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Shelburne, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Reservations and info, 985-2827.

‘CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE’: Santa & Mrs. Claus disembark from the Essex ferry, then proceed via horse-drawn wagon to a home-cooked breakfast with area families. Essex Firehouse, Essex, N.Y., 9:30 a.m. Call for cost.

Info, 518-963-1197.

WELLNESS WORKSHOP: Naturalist and healer Flower Nicole explains nonpharmaceutical methods for coping with holiday stress. St. Johnsbury Food Co-op, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 748-9498.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. ART CONCERT: See December 1, Stannard Church, 7 p.m. $5.

BURLINGTON BASSOON PROJECT: See December 1, Elley-Long Music Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 1:15 p.m.

‘EYE OF THE DREAMER’: A four-group concert featuring Vermont-based blues diva Sandra Wright and the Panhandlers Steel Drum Band benefits area foster kids. See calendar spotlight. Barre Opera House, 7-10 p.m. $15. Info, 476-8188.

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE COMMUNITY CHORUS: Choir music mixes with popular holiday songs in a festive concert. Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.

CAT’S MEOW: UVM’s all-female a cappella posse pitches contemporary pop songs, sans instrumental accompaniment, at its 25th-anniversary show. Ira Allen Chapel, UVM, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5. Info, www. uvm.edu/~catsmeow or 989-8666.

THE INSELDUDLER: The 10-member, Austrian-style brass band strolls to play oom-pah takes on traditional carols. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253.

RICK CEBALLOS: The banjo-playing folk musician picks out world music on the lower level of Burlington Town Center, 2-3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253.

HOT TUNA: Jefferson Airplane cofounder Jorma Kaukonen and rock ’n’ roll wizard Jack Casady join mandolinist Barry Mitterhoff and drummer Erik Diaz for acoustic-electric fretwork.

Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $29. Info, 603-448-0400.

RIPTON COMMUNITY COFFEEHOUSE: Vermont native and singer-songwriter Patti Casey shares her New Englandinspired brand of bluegrass. Ripton Community House, open mike 7:30 p.m., concert 8:30 p.m. $7. Info, 388-9782.

MONTPELIER GOSPEL CHOIR: The ecumenical ensemble of 70 voices from 19 Central Vermont towns sings soulful Southern numbers with a backup from a jazz quartet. First Congregational United Church of Christ, Morrisville, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 454-1357.

SPENCER LEWIS: Solo and looped guitars combine with fiddle lines in a show by the Vermont-based singer-songwriter. Lily of the Mad River Valley, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free.

Info, 496-5459.

UVM CATAMOUNT SINGERS: Vocalists make note of holiday favorites at the Waterbury Congregational Church, 7 p.m. Donations. Info, 244-8300.

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SAT.02 << 23B VERMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Classical music fans flock to a performance of works by Ibert, Bizet, Dvorak and Hindemith. Flynn MainStage, December, pre-concert talk 7 p.m., concert 8 p.m. $15-52. Info, 863-5966.

CHRISTINE LAVIN: The funny female folk dynamo offers her holiday tribute to seasonal dysfunction at the United Methodist Church, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $18-20. Info, 388-0216.

dance BALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL: See December 1.

FALL DANCE CONCERT: See December 1.

‘THE NUTCRACKER’: The Vermont Ballet Theater School performs Tchaikovsky’s holiday fave featuring a toy soldier who comes to life on Christmas Eve. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 2 & 7 p.m. $12-18. Info, 635-1476.

BELLY DANCE FESTIVAL: Sinuous stomachs undulate in a display of traditional Middle-Eastern moves. Euro Gourmet Market & Café, Burlington, 8-10 p.m. Free. Info, 859-3467.

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE PARTY: Accordionist Ron Tomocik and The Black Sea Quartet accompany circle and line dances from all over the world. All dances will be taught. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 7:30 p.m. $8. Info, 899-2378.

CONTRA DANCE: Caller Lisa Sieverts sequences steps to maritime music by Atlantic Crossing. Capitol City Grange, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $8. Info, 744-6163.

drama ‘27 HEAVEN’: See November 29, 2 & 8 p.m.

‘INDIA SONG’: See December 1.

‘THE HEIDI CHRONICLES’: See December 1.

‘ANTIGONE’: See December 1.

‘THE LOGGER’S HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOW’: See December 1.

‘THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER’: Child actors star in this drama about an annual church production that includes an inventively awful set of siblings.

Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 2 & 7 p.m. $5-8. Info, 775-0903.

‘THE TOYS TAKE OVER CHRISTMAS’: Students star in this classic holiday show about playthings that hatch an attention-getting plan. Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM, Burlington, 10 a.m., 2 & 6 p.m. $7-12. Info, 656-2094.

film ‘THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP’: See December 1.

‘A TRIAL IN PRAGUE’: This film chronicles a 1952 political show trial in which 14 leading Czech communists confessed to crimes they did not commit. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 2 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600.

‘THE PASSENGER’: In a re-release of the European version of this 1975 film, Jack Nicholson stars as a reporter who takes on the identity of a dead man.

Dana Auditorium, Middlebury College, 3 & 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. LIFE DRAWING: Artists sketch a live model in various poses, using a medium of their choice. Bring materials to Studio STK, Burlington, noon - 2 p.m. $10. Info, 657-3333.

ART DEMO: Sculptor Barbara Lang creates decorative, clay-covered boxes. Artists’ Mediums, Williston, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free. Info, 879-1236.

words ARCHER MAYOR: The Vermont-based mystery novelist reads from The Second Mouse, his most recent Joe Gunther whodunnit. The Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 872-2627.

JOHN FRY: The author of The Story of Modern Skiing traces the development of contemporary slopeside sports.

Vermont Ski Museum, Stowe, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 253-9911, ext. 203.

REBECCA RUPP: The author of youngadult novels shares segments of Journey to the Blue Moon, her new book about a boy’s adventures with his grandfather’s mysterious pocket watch. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 1:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 247-0050.

KATHERINE PATERSON: Senator Patrick Leahy hosts an award ceremony and reception for the Barre resident and revered children’s author. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 223-3338.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See November 29.

‘SATURDAY STORIES’: Librarians read from popular picture books at the Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313.

BORDERS STORYTIME: Little bookworms listen to stories at Borders, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-2711.

CHILDREN’S STORYTIME: Youngsters take in their favorite tales at the Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.

Free. Info, 872-2627.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Kids ages 4 and up settle down for stories at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

NATURAL CRAFTS: Glue wielders assemble and decorate popsicle-stick picture frames at ECHO, Burlington, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $7-9. Info, 864-1848.

HOLIDAY KIDS’ CORNER: Art makers ages 4 and up play and pursue craft projects for an hour or more at a drop-off program to help out shopping parents. Shelburne Art Center Gallery, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 985-3648.

HORSE & BUGGY RIDES: Pint-sized equestrians get a leg up at the top of Church Street, Burlington, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253.

TRACEY CAMPBELL PEARSON: The Jericho author reads and signs her new picture book, The Moon, based on the poem by Robert Louis Stevenson. The Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 872-2627.

STEPHEN HUNECK: The Northeast Kingdom-based artist signs copies of Sally’s Snow Adventure, his new black Lab-savvy picture book. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free. Info, 229-0774.

sport PHARAOH MOUNTAIN: Hikers explore the Adirondack wilderness around this kingly peak on a moderate, 6-to-8-mile route. Call for meeting location and time. Free. Info, 655-3071.

DROP-IN YOGA: Basic-level stretchers improve flexibility and balance in a casual session. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 793-2656.

activism VOLUNTEER TRAINING: See November 30, 2-3:30 p.m.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See November 29.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See November 29.

CHARITY BINGO: See November 29.

‘FESTIVALS OF LIGHT’: See December 1.

VERMONT INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: See December 1, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

‘FOLLOW THAT STAR’ BAZAAR: See December 1, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

‘NATURALIST’S CHOICE’: An on-site outdoor guide talks about the environmental impact of any one of these Vermont fauna: coyotes, bats, bears, loons, turkeys and moose. VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 12:30 p.m. $8.

Info, 359-5000.

HOLIDAY HISTORY: Visitors tour a dairy farm and festive decorations in an 1890s farm house, then craft an old-time Christmas ornament. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m.

- 4 p.m. $10. Info, 457-2355.

<calendar > CANDY CANE-MAKING DEMO: Confectioners pull, roll and twist striped seasonal sweets to show visitors how it’s done. Laughing Moon Chocolates, Stowe, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 253-9591.

BURLINGTON HANDMADE CRAFT MARKET: Holiday shoppers peruse locally handcrafted pottery, housewares, clothing, accessories and jewelry. One Main Street, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, info@madeboutique. com or 651-0659.

PEACE WRAP: Post-shopping, gift givers get their finds covered at a fundraiser for the Peace & Human Rights Project.

Peace & Justice Store, Burlington, noon - 5 p.m. Donations. Info, 865-7253.

HOLIDAY FAIR: Festivities include an outdoor scavenger hunt, improv drama and a drumming circle at this show featuring artisan crafts and toys. Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Shelburne, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 985-2827.

CRAFT BAZAAR: Handmade decorations and gift items accompany a seasonal spread of cakes and cookies.

Cornerstone Community Church, Milton, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 893-1481.

BURKLYN ARTS HOLIDAY MARKET: Sixty juried craftspeople and fine artists show their wares at a spot with entertainment and homemade edibles.

Lyndon Town School, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Free. Info, 626-6210.

‘DECK THE HOUNDS’: Fashionistas bring their canine companions for pet portraits with Santa at a benefit for the Humane Society of Chittenden County.

Tribeca, Burlington, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Donations. Info, 861-2784.

PET PHOTOS: A local greyhound adoption and rescue group benefits when Fido sits for a holiday shot with Santa. Pet Food Warehouse, South Burlington, call for appointment. $10-20. Reservations and info, 862-5514.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR: Scarves and personalized ornaments are some of the offerings for sale at the First United Methodist Church, Burlington, 9 a.m.

- 3 p.m. Free. Info, 862-1151.

‘INTRO TO MS WORD’: Computer newbies get pointers about using toolbars, menus, and icons in a common type of word-processing software. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11:45 a.m. Free.

Registration and info, 865-7217.

RECYCLED FABRIC CRAFT WORKSHOP: Fiber artist Carol Collins shows how to transform old clothing into gussied-up holiday gifts and decorations. Warren Town Hall, 9 a.m. - noon. Free, please bring an old sweater, needle and thread, scissors, pins, sequins and glue.

Registration and info, 496-3913.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Fresh greens, books, crafts and baked goods perk up perusing patrons. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5294.

HOLIDAY MARKET: Christmas shoppers peruse craft offerings and homemade jellies at the Richmond Congregational Church, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 434-2053.

SOUP FESTIVAL: Broth seekers warm their stomachs at this benefit featuring different breads and bouillons.

Montpelier’s Damn Yankee String Band keeps things toasty at Bethany Church, Montpelier, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $3-7. Info, 563-2669.

WINOOSKI SCHOLARSHIP TRAIN SHOW: Hobbyists get on track with displays of toy engines, miniature operating layouts and “railroadiana.”

Winooski Educational Center, 10 a.m.

- 3 p.m. $5. Info, 862-7634.

SCHOOL FUNDRAISER: A silent wreath auction and bake sale benefits the Champlain Valley Christian School.

Vergennes Opera House, 10 a.m. Free.

Info, 877-6737.

PUBLIC FLU SHOT CLINIC: Adults over age 18 queue up for vaccinations at the Visiting Nurse Association Office, Colchester, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $25. Info, 658-1900.

VERGENNES HOLIDAY STROLL: A pancake breakfast kicks off a town-wide celebration featuring holiday music, a silent auction, tree lighting and Santa visits at the Vergennes Opera House.

Various Vergennes locations, 7:30 a.m.

- 8 p.m. Free, $5 for breakfast. Info, 388-7951.

‘SNOW DAYS’: Nineteenth-century wintertime activities and old-fashioned Christmas cookies are the highlight of this open house party at the Henry Sheldon Museum, Middlebury, 10 a.m.

- 4 p.m. Donations. Info, 388-2117.

INTERNATIONAL GIFT MARKET: An impromptu emporium of equal-exchange coffee, tea, chocolate, handicrafts and jewelry focuses on fair-trade fare.

United Church of Northfield, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 485-4431.

SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE SHOW: Intuition inspires medium Nan O’Brien to offer a live performance featuring Celtic music and dancing. Waterfront Theatre, Burlington, 7 p.m. $48 includes catered champagne reception. Info, 877-217-7923.

INTERNATIONAL SOLIDARITY HOUSE PARTY: Two activists talk about labor movements they observed in China and Japan, then the band Sweet Justice and the Wildcat Strikers generates pro-union tunes. UE Hall, 416 Pine Street, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 658-6788.

WINTER BOOK BLOW-OUT: Readers seek tomes to hunker down with on snowy evenings. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 878-5519.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. VERMONT PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA: See December 1, Barre Opera House, 3:30 p.m.

‘EYE OF THE DREAMER’: See December 2, FlynnSpace, Burlington. Info, 863-5966.

MONTPELIER GOSPEL CHOIR: See December 2, Trinity United Methodist Church, Montpelier.

PAUL WINTER CONSORT: The world music-jazz ensemble famed for its annual holiday celebration in New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine brings solstice front and center in a concert with guest vocalist Theresa Thomason.

Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7 p.m. $28, $34 & $40. Info, 863-5966.

ORGAN CONCERT: Paul Jacobs of Juilliard plays the musical device nicknamed “the King of Instruments.” See calendar spotlight. Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, pre-concert talk at 2:15 p.m., concert at 3 p.m. $15. Info, 443-6433.

MERRY TUBA HOLIDAY CONCERT: Tuba tooters from around the region gather for a massed-brass concert of seasonal music. Burlington Town Center, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS: Singers raise their voices for seasonal faves inside an unheated, historic hexadecagon. Old Round Church, Richmond, 4 p.m. Free.

Info, 434-2053.

SWEET ADELINES: The all-female a cappella ensemble joins other barbershop quartets for a musical greeting cardthemed concert. St. Peter’s Church, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 2 p.m. Donations.

Info, 518-565-4696.

THREE’S A CHARM: An instrumental trio performs works for violin, cello and flute. Warren United Church, 6 p.m. Call for cost. Info, 496-9714.

VERMONT SINGS: Four local a cappella groups, including the Champlain Echoes, host a holiday concert for fallen firefighters. Burlington High School Auditorium, 2 p.m. $10. Info, 863-2700.

BELLA VOCE: The Burlington-based women’s chorus sings French carols and music by Vermont composer Gwyneth Walker, accompanied by a brass quintet.

First Baptist Church, Burlington, 3 p.m. $15. Info, 879-1218.

HOLIDAY HANDEL: The Rutland Area Chorus and Orchestra present the Baroque English composer’s “Messiah,” along with the opening of Bach’s Christmas Oratorio. Grace Congregational Church, Rutland, 3:30 & 7 p.m. Free. Info, 775-4301.

DUO ANNIVERSARY: Pianist Diana Fanning and cellist Dieuwke Davydov celebrate 30 years of collaboration in a concert of works by Brahms, Debussy, Schumann and others. St. Paul’s Cathedral, Burlington, 3 p.m. $17. Info, 864-0471.

CHORAL CONCERT: The South Burlington Community Chorus and the South Burlington High School Chamber Singers combine voices for works by Mozart, Handel and Gustav Holst, followed by a carol sing-along. South Burlington High School Auditorium, 3 p.m. $10. Info, 846-4108.

dance FOLK DANCE: Movers learn circle and couple steps from around the world, while wearing clean, soft-soled shoes.

Tracy Hall, Norwich, 3-6 p.m. $7. Info, 633-3226.

drama ‘INDIA SONG’: See December 1.

‘THE TOYS TAKE OVER CHRISTMAS’: See December 2.

KIMBERLY DARK: The actress examines attitudes toward gender, poverty, education and violence in a one-woman show. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 635-1476.

‘TERROR BY GASLIGHT’ AUDITIONS: Actors try out for Tim Kelly’s two-act thriller set in 19th-century Philadelphia. Valley Players Theater, Waitsfield, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 496-6318.

film ‘THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP’: See December 1.

‘A TRIAL IN PRAGUE’: See December 2.

art See exhibitions in Section A.

words JOHN FRY: See December 2, Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 2 p.m. Free.

Info, 864-8001.

‘WOLVES!’: Central Vermont-based storytellers Tim Jennings and Leanne Ponder provide music-enhanced, traditional folk tales starring fur-covered lead characters. See calendar spotlight.

Enosburg Falls Opera House, 2 p.m. $5.

Info, 933-6171.

talks RACISM IN VERMONT: UVM historian Robert Walsh presents findings from his recently published book, Through White Eyes. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-5630.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See November 29.

STEPHEN HUNECK: See December 2, Flying Pig Bookstore, Shelburne, 1 p.m.

Free. Info, 985-3999.

sport ADIRONDACKS OUTING: Hikers make a moderate, 6-mile trip past Berrymill Flow and Moose Pond, just south of the High Peaks region. Call for meeting location and time. Free. Info, 863-1145.

WOMEN’S NATURE WALK: Females of all ages bond on a guided natural history outing. Meet at the North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 1-3 p.m. $5.

Info, 229-6206.

activism GREEN GATHERING: Grassroots activists exchange fertile ideas about proenvironment initiatives at a Burlington Green Party meeting. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-2:30 p.m. Free.

Info, burlvtgreens@yahoo.com or 864-4382.

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CO-OP ADVISORY MEETING: Hunger Mountain Co-op gathers public feedback on its plans for an upcoming renovation and expansion. Christ Church Parish House, Montpelier, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8004, ext. 219.

QUEER LIBERATION ARMY BRUNCH: Out-and-proud activists celebrate the second anniversary of their commitment to pro-love, public spectacles.

Outright Vermont, Burlington, 2 p.m.

Free, bring a dish to share. Info, 324-3875.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See November 29.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See November 29.

CHARITY BINGO: See November 29, 2 & 7 p.m.

VERMONT INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: See December 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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HOLIDAY HISTORY: See December 2.

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PET PHOTOS: See December 2.

‘SNOW DAYS’: See December 2, noon - 4 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL GIFT MARKET: See December 2, noon - 2 p.m.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING: Carolers herald an outdoor evergreen illumination at the Burnham Library, Colchester, 4:45 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7576.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. OPEN EURO SESSION: Instrumentalists of all abilities play Eastern European tunes at the Euro Gourmet Market and Café, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 859-3467.

SAMBATUCADA! REHEARSAL: Percussive people pound out carnival rhythms at an open meeting of this Brazilian-style community drumming troupe. New members are welcome at the Switchback Brewery, Burlington, 6 p.m. $5. Info, 343-7107.

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‘TERROR BY GASLIGHT’ AUDITIONS: See December 3, 6:30 p.m.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See November 29.

VOLUNTEER TRAINING: See November 30, 6-7:30 p.m.

film ‘THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP’: See December 1.

‘WILDWOOD: ONE TREE AT A TIME’: This 45-minute documentary chronicles the life and work of Merve Wilkinson, a 92-year-old, ecologically minded forester and logger from British Columbia. Carol’s Hungry Mind Café, Middlebury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 388-2743.

CINE SALON: Movie buffs brave Danish film noir at a screening of Benjamin Christensen’s 1914 flick Det Hemmelighedsfulde X. Howe Library, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. Free. Info, 607-643-4120.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: See November 30.

kids WATERBURY STORYTIME: See November 29, for children ages 2-3.

MUSIC TIME: See November 30.

SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 1, for babies and non-walkers.

FAMILY SING-ALONG: Parents and kids belt out fun, familiar favorites at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

BUBBIES, BABIES & BAGELS: A Jewish-themed playgroup for families of all backgrounds features intergenerational schmoozing and noshing.

Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-0218, ext. 26.

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etc CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See November 29.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE EXHIBIT: See December 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL MARKET: Sales of Indian crafts, jewelry, clothing, tapestries, instruments and incense support student-service trips to Calcutta and Uganda. Alliott Student Center Lobby, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free.

Info, 654-2536.

PET NIGHT WITH SANTA: Pooch and kitty owners bring their surrogate kids to sit on St. Nick’s lap. Burlington Town Center, call for hours. Info, 658-2545.

HOLIDAY BOOK SALE: Purchasers pause to peruse tempting tomes for the bookworms on their lists. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 10 a.m.

- 8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

‘MEMORY MONDAY’: Adults 55 and over take advantage of a free memory screening. Fletcher Allen Health Care, Burlington, call for appointment.

Free. Registration and info, 847-9488.

NUTRITION WORKSHOP: Dieters get on track with scientific info on how bodies process food. Discover Chiropractic and Wellness Center, Burlington, 6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 951-5700.

VERMONT WOMEN’S NETWORKING LUNCHEON: Female entrepreneurs bring flyers and business cards to a brown-bag talk about disregarding overly self-critical impulses.

Woodbury College, Montpelier, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-266-4062.

SENIOR EXERCISE: See November 29, 10 a.m.

YOGA INTRO: Beginners join intermediate and advanced students to stretch and hold therapeutic poses in a weekly hour-and-a-half session.

Evolution Yoga, Burlington, 6 p.m.

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art ARCHER MAYOR: See December 2, Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 229-0774.

BURLINGTON WRITERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; GROUP: Bring pencil, paper and the will to be inspired to the Daily Planet, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 758-2287.

JERNIGAN PONTIAC: The taxi driver and Seven Days columnist reads from Hackie 2: Perfect Autumn, his followup collection of essays about life behind the wheel. Stowe Free Library, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 253-6145.

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CLIMBING SLIDESHOW: British cliff-scaler Nick Yardley shares photos of expeditions heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guided in Alaska, Peru, the Himalayas, and throughout New England as part of an afternoon seminar exploring the psychology of adventure sports. Base Lodge, Stearns Hall, Johnson State College, seminar starts at noon, slide show begins at 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1423.

WINTER SPEAKER SERIES: Avid outdoorsman Brian Lindner leads a virtual walk through the history of Stoweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recreational landscape.

Vermont Ski Museum, Stowe, 7 p.m.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE SCIENCE OF SLEEPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 1. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;IRAQ FOR SALEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Robert Greenwaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s documentary examines ongoing war profiteering by four large private contractors deliberately misspending taxpayersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; money. Aldrich Library, Barre, 3 & 6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 476-3154.

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SWING DANCING: Open practice makes perfect for music-motivated swing dancers of all levels. Champlain Club, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $3. Info, 860-7501.

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WILDLIFE LECTURE: UVM biology prof David Hirth explains the relationship between Vermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deer and coyote populations. Lincoln Library, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 453-2665.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See November 29.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See November 29. Toddlers take their turns with tales first, 9:10-9:30 a.m.

WILLISTON STORY HOUR: See November 29, 11 a.m.

SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 1, for walkers up to age 3.

ECHO STORYTIME: Young explorers discover the wonders of the natural world through books and imaginative play. ECHO, Burlington, 11 a.m. $7-9.

Info, 864-1848.

LIBRARY DOG LISTENERS: Budding book handlers gain confidence by reading aloud to trained canines.

Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free.

Registration and info, 878-4918.

sport COMMUNITY YOGA CLASS: Beginner to intermediate stretchers strike poses for spine alignment. Healing in Common Lobby, Network Chiropractic of Vermont, Shelburne, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-9850.

WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WINTER WORKSHOP: Ladies learn how to snowshoe from female instructors in a low-pressure setting.

Onion River Sports, Montpelier, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 229-9409.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See November 29.

CO-OP ADVISORY MEETING: See December 3, 6-8 p.m.

PEOPLE CONCERNED ABOUT CHLORAMINE: Residents from 12 Chittenden-County towns discuss their health concerns about a new local water-treatment method. Call for South Burlington location, 7:15 p.m.

Free. Info, 862-4153.

etc CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See November 29.

CHARITY BINGO: See November 29.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE EXHIBIT: See December 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

WINTER BOOK BLOW-OUT: See December 2, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL MARKET: See December 4.

HOLIDAY BOOK SALE: See December 4.

PAUSE CAFE: Novice and fluent French speakers brush up on their linguistics â&#x20AC;&#x201D; en français. Borders CafĂŠ, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 655-1346.

SPANISH POTLUCK: EspaĂąol-speaking gourmets meet for food and conversation. All levels of ability are welcome.

Call for Burlington location, 6:30 p.m. Free, bring ingredients or dishes to share. Info, 862-1930.

VERMONT EARTH INSTITUTE: The green advocacy organization meets with coordinators from area colleges to measure how their institutions are becoming better environmental stewards. Vermont College Chapel, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 333-3664.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY QUILTERS GUILD: Stitchers welcome new members and guests at a sew-and-tell meeting. Christ Memorial Church, Williston, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 872-9973.

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Also, see clubdates in Section B. ST. ANDREWS PIPES & DRUMS: See November 29.

OPEN MIKE COFFEEHOUSE: See November 29.

STUDENT PIANO RECITAL: Keyboard scholars show their stuff at a concert of works by Bach, Chopin, Mozart, Gershwin and other composers.

McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.

STUDENT ENSEMBLES: Music majors combine talents at a semester-end concert. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 635-1476.

CAMBRIDGE COFFEEHOUSE: Boston singer-songwriter Merrie Amsterberg solos at the Jeffersonville Pizza Department, 7-9 p.m. $5. Info, 644-6632.

dance â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;SALSALINAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; PRACTICE: See November 29.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: See November 29.

PILOBOLUS: The innovative dance troupe known for gravity-defying configurations presents two new works and two company classics. See calendar spotlight. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $26, $34, $40.

Info, 863-5966.

drama â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;WINTER TALESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Cider sippers hear holiday songs, stories and poems provided by woodsy raconteur Willem Lange and members of the Vermont Stage Company. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $27. Info, 863-5966. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE ONCE AND FUTURE UBUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Local playwright Seth Jarvis presents his adaptation of a profane political satire featuring a flatulent French monarch. Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 578-9110. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;FLYING ON THE BRIGHT WINGS OF DESPAIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Burlington dramaturge Stephen Goldberg stages his new play about two lovers trying to cope with their delusions and passions.

See State of the Arts, this issue.

Montpelier City Hall, 8 p.m. $15.

Info, 863-6648.

film STOWE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL: See November 29. Backcountry TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lotoja Classic 2006 sets the scene for Storm Showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trial and Air. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE SCIENCE OF SLEEPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 1.

MOVIE NIGHT: Cycle-minded cineastes absorb a non-televised triple feature that includes Still We Ride, The Bike Messenger and The Day I Became a Woman. Channel 17 Studios, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-3966, ext. 16.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. ARTISTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; LEARNING CIRCLE: Curious creators hear how to enter into a relationship with a gallery. Woodbury College, Montpelier, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 800-266-4062.

words POETRY OPEN MIKE: See November 29.

talks â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ON DICTIONARIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Amherst College prof Ilan Stavans examines the importance of word references. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, 388-4095. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;OUR BODIES, OURSELVESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Judy Norsigian and Jane Pincus, cofounders of the Boston Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Book Collective, mark the 35th anniversary of the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s go-to volume on reproductive health and rights. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291.

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BOBCAT HABITAT: Mark Freeman of the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department explains how roads and development affects wild felines. Carpenter-Carse Library, Hinesburg, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 482-2878.

SISTER CITY PANEL: Burlington residents discuss the Queen City’s sororal relationships worldwide.

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kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See November 29.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: See November 29.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See November 29.

WILLISTON STORY HOUR: See November 29.

WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: See November 29.

HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: See November 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See November 29.

‘MOVING & GROOVING’: See November 29.

FIRST-TIME PARENTS: See November 29.

DISCOVERY PROGRAM: See November 29.

STORY HOUR WITH SANTA: The North Pole resident shares tales with tots at Burlington Town Center, 2-3 p.m.

Free. Info, 658-2545.

sport SENIOR EXERCISE: See November 29.

TELEMARK WORKSHOP: Seasoned skiers develop new free-heeled skills at Smuggler’s Notch, Jeffersonville, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $150 includes lift ticket. Registration and info, 244-7037.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See November 29.

INTERNATIONAL SOCIALISTS: See November 29.

VOLUNTEER TRAINING: See November 30, 5-6:30 p.m.

BURLINGTON LEGACY PROJECT: A community meal precedes a transportation-focused overview of the Queen City’s long-term sustainability plan. Burlington City Hall, dinner 5:30 p.m., presentations 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 652-2453.

etc ‘RAPTOR RESCUE’: See November 29.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See November 29.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPING DEMO: See November 29.

ESL GROUP: See November 29.

CHESS GROUP: See November 29.

KNITTING POSSE: See November 29.

NOONTIME KNITTERS: See November 29.

VETERANS JOB NETWORKING: See November 29.

CHARITY BINGO: See November 29.

‘LUNCH & LEARN’ SERIES: See November 29. Wreath wranglers hear how to decorate holiday circles of fir, spruce and pine.

VISITOR VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION: See November 29.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE EXHIBIT: See December 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL MARKET: See December 4.

HOLIDAY BOOK SALE: See December 4.

CIVIL WAR SITE SEARCH: Historian Howard Coffin gathers data from local residents about Vermont landmarks with a connection to the U.S. Civil War. Second Congregational Church, Jeffersonville, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 262-2626, ext. 304.

‘REMEMBER WHEN’ PROGRAM : Longterm local residents recall what their town looked like 50 years ago, then sing holiday carols. Lincoln Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 453-2665.

CATHEDRAL SQUARE HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER: Players and staff from the Vermont Frost Heaves, the state’s new ABA b-ball team, meet with guests and sign autographs.

Ruggles House, Burlington, 6-8 p.m.

Donations. Info, 863-2224.

INFO SESSION: Undergraduates sample classes and other opportunities, along with a light dinner. Woodbury College, Montpelier, 5-7:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 229-0516.

MOBIUS MENTORING WORKSHOP: A hands-on session chronicles how three different local immigrant families adapted to American life.

Hauke Conference Room, Champlain College, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m.

Free. Registration and info, www. mobiusmentors.org or 658-1888.

‘FREE EC DAY’: Health-care conscious women contemplate preventing unwanted pregnancies at an event offering free emergency contraception pills — sans prescription. Planned Parenthood, locations statewide, various times. Free. Info, 288-8406.

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MARIUS-ULTRA-5X-SERIES. CARBONBASED, PULSE-ACTIVE. Just moved back from cali. love going hiking with dogs and people alike, wait there is the problem all my friends moved away who i grew up with. I need a hiking and exploring buddy with simalar intrests, possibly something further than friends but i am not one to jump into something like that. patience is key. M_ ultra5x, 26, l, #102697 EVOLVING As I evolve I am finding that my passion for life, love, and happiness intesifies. I love to travel and go to places where the tourists don’t go... I love to be in the outdoors /indoors... I read, build, recreate spaces... I love intimate, romantic, passionate moments... and dance to music that moves me...I am looking for someone special... namseira, 50, l, #102608

MEN seeking MEN LOOKING FOR OTHER HOTTIES I got a club for boyz ONLY who like other boys.

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We usually have an all night party. You got to be 21 to drink, no drugs allowed, and 18+ only-We keep it legal. Its all about boy/boy SEX. I doesn’t cost anything. boyzclub, 18, l, #102860 HOPELESS ROMANTIC How do you sell yourself to someone in 60 words or less? Not really sure. But here is a try... I am a 35yo (December), single, Vermonter who is looking for something more in life. For fun I am a traveller, shopper, cook, hiker, boardwalk walking, stay at home cuddled up, movie watching, book reading, regular kind of guy. vtboi4m, 34, #102625 JUST YOUR AVERAGE GUY Ok, Let’s be upfront and honest. I am a married man that is bi but never really acts upon it. I would like to meet another in shape straight acting guy that would like to hang out a bit and enjoy some benefits of man to man contact. Safe and discreet is of the utmost. Another married man? Justaguy, 41, #102643 LOOKING FOR FUN Fun, outgoing, honest, funny, caring person... joe05701, 32, l, #102333 MASCULINE GAY MAN SEEKING LTR Bearish guy seeking long-term-relationship/ boyfriend. Prefer younger, masculine guys; beards; laid-back self-confidence; intellect/ education, politically active, radical/countercultural guys. If you are preppy, like shopping, bars or clubs, or fit the stereotypical Burlington gay scene, you’re probably not for me. You should also live in Burlington or close enough to hang out on a regular basis. Looking for a long-term-relationship, not casual hook-ups.

Jim, 37, l, #102256 NICE GUY SEEKS SAME GWM widowed after 27 year parnership seeks nice guy for dating with LTR in mind. I am 65, 6’1”, 170, br/br, in shape. Sane, open, with many interests. Travel possible and I can entertain at my NYS home. I liked being in a monogamous partnership and seek another.I do not take myself too seriously. I’d look out for you, too. Gordon, 65, u, #102095 SEXY, SMART & FUN! Hey Guys! I am an honest, outspoken kinda guy. I live right in downtown Burlington, and work out in Shelburne. I am interested in someone with the same interests as I. Like to have fun on the weekends, but serious during the week. If you think you may have some of the same interests, hit me up. Later.

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Someone patient but not passive, experienced but not a father figure, and smart but not condescending. And please, please be able to laugh easily! showme, 26, #102293 MUCHTOLUVREDHEAD Okay, I am sooo new to this! If you are out there, hope you find me! I am new to the BDSM scene, let’s say books “aroused” my curiosity, and I think it’s what’s been missing from my life, I just need to find the right teacher! I’m a full-figured-gal, not your thing, don’t respond!(also, no married or cheaters!). much2luv, 34, #101862 ROPE PRO? Female in loving partnership seeks experienced rope worker/s. Seeking CU (man & woman or woman & woman) or single woman for education and play. Honesty, safety, clarity, humor and consensuality are all essential.

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FRIEND WANTED TO TRADE MASSAGES I’m 55, on the stocky side, looking for a massage partner to exchange massages. I’m not looking for a committed relationship, just friendship, laughter, coffee—and if okay with you—massage (mostly need it to help my circulation going a little better). I enjoy laughing, and have a sense of humor. I’m Hispanic/Italian, and prefer heavy people, over 40. Don’t be shy! onorbez, 54, #102525 LOOKING FOR SOME FUN looking to meet some new friends to chill with. roger35, 36, %, #102590 MILD-MANNERED KINKMASTER I’m looking for a woman who enjoys exploring erotica. If you can act normal in public, I might even want to date you. If not, we’ll spend most of our time selecting toys, outfits, safewords and positions. If you are interested in creating a private world filled with fantastic characterdriven orgasmic euphoria, then you’re my naughty girl. fantom, 43, #102578

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MikeNose1, 23, #102829 EROTIC COUPLE Married CPL into swinging...submissive BIF ..STR8 hubby..looking for dom males, masters ( she craves chocolate), BIFS, CPLS, groups... wife into being dominated..very attractive CPL under 40. open to new things. Lets share fantasies. playfulcpl, 30, %, #102810 YOUNG SEXY COUPLE SEEK SIMILAR. We are active and fit and are interested in similar. We love sex but not interested in building any relationships. Sex only with each other but love to touch and play. Meet for cocktails and go from there. trancedancers, 22, l, #102757 KINKY THEME PARTIES ANYONE? Safe, clean, attractive couple looking to possibly get a discreet group together for occasional get togethers. Couples and single females only. NO SINGLE MALES! Please be clean, safe, and respectful of those who aren’t into the things you are. vivavermont, 32, #102689

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HAVE A DONUT MS. JACKSON There once was a woman named Fat Bag, whose face looked like 30 years of jet lag, she has to stay off her feet, cuz all she does is eat, I feel sorry for the man who sleeps with that Nag. Baaaaa!! Do you realize how sexy you are JLS? Do you know what you do to me? You should. When: Thursday, November 16, 2006. Where: In my arms outside the hotel. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900779 LOS LOBOS AND JAMES HUNTER Two superb shows - great meeting you, and grooving to Hunter. Did you get the poster signed? See you at the next show...Hope the ride to Marshfield was OK. On mine, to Middlebury, my friend and I talked about you! Let’s bring more beer money next time. When: Tuesday, November 21, 2006.

Where: Higher Ground. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900778 THAT WICKED WITCHCRAFT and I know it’s strictly taboo. As you arouse the need in me, my heart says yes indeed in me, proceed with what you’re leading me to. There’s no nicer witch than you. You’ve cast a spell on me and I don’t ever want it broken. You’re simply amazing. I hope you feel the same. See you soon McKenzie’s mom. When: Friday, November 17, 2006.

Where: At the Front Counter. You: Woman.

Me: Man. #900777 HOTTIE AT KKD’S Saw you at KKD’s, couldn’t get over you!

Wanted you to come see me, you said no.

I hope we can “bump” into each other again! I’d love to get with you sometime at my place...If youre lookin to spice things up, we could drink a few beers, see where it leads us...maybe over the rainbow. Much love! When: Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Where: KKD’s. You: Man. Me: Man. #900776 BOY AT MILTON STORE I go into the Mobil in Milton most evenings, you are the tall skinny guy. We have exchanged smiles, I am the guy with the spiked up hair, I’m coming in again!

Want to go out sometime? When: Monday, November 20, 2006. Where: Milton Mobil.

You: Man. Me: Man. #900775 OH, MY STARS To the woman who had the unfortunate encounter at Recycle North, I am not the one you are hunting, but I am curious. Are you a ‘vampire’ for lack of a better word, working in Middlebury? That phrase, o my stars rang a bell. “It wasnt as painful as Ihad hoped” When: Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Where: In a delish lab coat.

You: Woman. Me: Man. #900774 JP’S PUB KARAOKE NIGHT 11/15 To my gorgeous NECI graduate at JPs last Wednesday....you sang “How wonderful life is now youre in my world” I couldn’t help feeling the same way... u offered me your number and I didn’t have a pen! Kicking myself the whole way home that I didn’t hang out with you later... Could I hear that voice sing to me again? When: Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Where: Jp’s Pub. You: Man. Me: Woman. u #900773

I SPY THE MAN IN the red truck w/ white cab for a long time. I have witnessed how awesome and sexy he truly is. The thing I didn’t tell him was I absolutely love him and I can’t live without him any longer. MamaWillow. When: Monday, November 6, 2006. Where: In my heart. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900769 GRISWOLD FORM1 You can FORM 1 with me anytime Mr. Flatwork. I’m so proud of you for making it.

Do you have time for me? Your Chev. Aval. drivin’, Canaan queen. When: Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Where: South Street.

You: Man. Me: Woman. #900768 VERMONT’S FINEST! Saw you on TV, world’s fastest scooper!

Thought you were hot. Then to my surprise saw you at downtown Ben and Jerry’s. I would scream for your ice cream. Could I be your favorite flavor? When: Monday, November 20, 2006. Where: Downtown Burlington. You: Man. Me: Man. #900767 RACHEL F. Rachel the number you gave doesn’t work!

Please come see me at the over-priced clothing store, we have so much catching up to do! I have a song for Sky to hear ...

Justin. When: Friday, October 20, 2006.

Where: Corner of Cherry & Church. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900766 STOLEN FLEECE To some a-hole who stole my gray fleece from the coatrack at Nectar’s on Saturday.

Thanks for making me walk home in my tshirt that night. You might as well give it back because if I ever see you wearing it I will take it back anyway. You suck. When: Saturday, November 18, 2006. Where: Nectar’s. You: Man. Me: Man. #900765 THE SWEET GIRL AT METRONOME I saw you at Retro night at Metronome. We danced on e dance. I never got to talk to you. You were wearing a black shirt and jean skirt. Short hair. We danced to “Living on a Prayer”. I am mulatto. I was wearing a blue baseball cap, Carhart jacket and khakies. I was with a guy with a leather jacket. Well, if you would like another dance... When: Saturday, November 18, 2006. Where: Metronome. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #900764 YOU DREW MY BLOOD You: Phlebotomist wearing white lab coat.

Me: Sweet man wearing black hat and black T-shirt with green camo sleeves. Ever since I met you life has been a wonderful place to be even when things get tough. You are great at what you do. I want to know more about you everyday and every night.

You rock. When: Thursday, November 16, 2006. Where: Hospital. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900763 MYER’S BAGELS! Sunday morning, 11/19, you were pulling in driving a black Toyota truck. I was leaving in a white car...Care to meet me sometime for a bagel? When: Sunday, November 19, 2006. Where: Myer’s Bagels. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900762

WAITING VERIZON WIRELESS We talked for a moment at the Verizon store while waiting for service. I was the one with the rubberband around it. I felt bad you kept getting phone calls while you were talking with the tech. Maybe we can meet again soon:) When: Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Where: Verizon Wireless SB. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900772

RED PICKUP WITH WHITE CAB I spied you driving your red pickup with white cab downtown near Champlain College. I’ve seen you around town and think you are so darn sexy. When can I meet you at the bar and drink too many beers while gazing into your eyes. I’m sure we’ll make each other laugh. Mmmm...you look edible. When: Thursday, November 16, 2006. Where: Downtown Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900761

U HAVE A WEIMARANER Me too! I saw you driving in Colchester on 11/22 in your Bronco (w/ski/board racks?), talking on your cell phone with your Weim by your side. Are you interested in a doggie playdate? When: Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Where: Rt. 7, Colchester. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900771

JAMIESON BIRTHDAY SHOTS Bought you and a friend (a Dr.) bday shots at Ale’s. Should’ve stayed longer but friends wanted to leave. Make up for the error?

When: Saturday, November 18, 2006.

Where: What Ales You. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900760

SWEETEST & SEXIEST LAWYER I worked up enough nerve to finally ask you for lunch or dinner to say thank you for everything, I think you took it as being innocent, what I had in mind was more. I haven’t been able to get your smile out of my head since that first day I met you, please call me and say yes. When: Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Where: Burlington.

You: Woman. Me: Woman. #900770

RAIALEV32 ON SINGLESNET I am captivated. When: Sunday, November 19, 2006. Where: singlesnet. You: Woman.

Me: Man. #900759 I SPY A RED DOOR With an amazing naked dancing woman in front of it. Thanks for the show. Do you know what a beautiful sight it was? When: Thursday, November 23, 2006. Where: In front of a red door. You: Woman. Me: Woman.

TO MY FAVORITE VAMPIRE You are the one who feeds me firey quesadillas and delicious dishes in the dark.

At night you drink my blood and during the day I hallucinate your unbound body and wanton soul into existence. Rest comes easy after your phantom visits and wakefulness fuller in your cocked arms. Only what you draw from me will ever make me whole.

When: Saturday, November 18, 2006.

Where: in my dreams. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900758 CIDER NO DONUT You with the laptop at the Mud Club. When are you going Mac? I’d hate to see you bust one of those black-polished nails making all those keystrokes. I commented on the Bernie button on your computer bag. You indulged me a few opinions. Interested in a tutorial? Once Mac, you’ll never go back. Set your gear down nearby sometime. When: Thursday, November 16, 2006. Where: Muddy Waters. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900757 COSTA RICAN/ ARGENTINIAN AIRPORT GODDESS The Girl was sighted at the Burlington Airport. You tall and gorgeous with dark hair, me, tall skinny and not gay. You are here for fun, frolic and f******... I want to be the Vermont-made maple syrup on top of your pancakes. The Boy. When: Thursday, November 23, 2006. Where: Burlington International Airport. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900756 ST. MIKE’S PUB CRAWL MOROCCAN I was at Donny’s Pizza in Win. Friday the 10/13. U came in with your friends headed for the corner of the bar, sat down next to me. I must have looked thirsty because U bought me a Budweiser and one for yourself.

Said U were studying economics and that u are Moroccan. Would like to meet again.

When: Friday, October 13, 2006. Where: Donny’s Pizza Winooski, VT. You: Woman.

Me: Man. #900755 CUTE SCOOPER 11/14, cute girl in the polo shirt at the Williston Ben & Jerry’s. You were behind the counter in your baseball cap and despite your short stature your slight smile was larger than life. You were the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen, even when we were surrounded by ice cream. Just wanted to let you know how lovely you are. When: Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Where: Williston Ben & Jerry’s. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900754 TO A GREAT SLP Thanks for all your hard work. There, you’ve been spied. P, J, S and T. When: Friday, November 17, 2006. Where: Work. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #900753 HOTTIE WORKING AT AUTOMASTER Cutie working on a Mercedes. You looked my way and I turned away (I’m Shy) wish I didn’t. You had a cute butt in your blue Dickies. Saw you get into a green VW. Me? Well, as I said, I’m shy but I’m 115 lbs., blue eyes. My oil is going to be changed on Friday so look for me. When: Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Where: Automaster Shelburne. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900752

FLOWER POWER SHEA I hadn’t seen you in months. Then tonight there you were in line right next to me.

I wish I had said something but I got nervous. We’ve talked before at Red Square, but you’re rarely alone. I’d like to get to know you better. Can I take you to dinner?

Tony When: Thursday, November 16, 2006. Where: City Market. You: Woman.

Me: Man. #900748 COSMO GIRL AT GAS STATION You teased me about my purchase of Cosmo and the contents within... I said no, 7Days is mine, Cosmo is for my daughter. You said “right and I buy mags for my Dad too.”

Hoping you pick up 7Days and read this... wanna share some more laughs? I’m done with the mag now...did you want to read it?

When: Wednesday, November 15, 2006.

Where: Berlin Mobile Station. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900747 VT BLONDE WITH MEGAWATT SMILE I spy with my blue eyes the Sweetie/Hottie/ Bad-a** in her scrubs coming off the ferry every other weekend. Are you free for dinner at Smoked Pepper Friday in Plattsburgh?

When: Saturday, November 11, 2006.

Where: VT/NY ferry. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #900746 BORDERS, BURLINGTON 11/13 I was sitting in the cafe & you walked in.

You: Very short blonde hair, black jacket, very cute. Me: Brown hair, black jacket, glasses. We made eye contact. Saw you again while I was upstairs, we exchanged smiles. You are something! Just wanted you to know you left a positive impression.

When: Monday, November 13, 2006.

Where: Borders Bookstore. You: Woman.

Me: Woman. #900745 BREAKFAST AT SOUP AND GREENS A month ago, you, the girls, the band having breakfast. My son and I sitting there too. Hoping for the chance to say hi, our eyes once did. You had me then. You were at Walmart on 11/14. You still have me.

Maybe Mickey has a bit to do with it? Magic perhaps. More to explore? Coffee at Soups and Greens? When: Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Where: Walmart. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900744 GUY IN RED JEEP I89N I89 North just after Colchester/Winooski entrance: you were driving a red Jeep Wrangler and you stopped to see if you could help me with the flat on MY red Wrangler.

I’m kicking myself for not asking your name or exchanging numbers! I’d love to talk without cars whipping past at 70mph. Maybe we have more in common than just Jeeps.

When: Saturday, November 11, 2006.

Where: I89 North, between exits 16 & 17.

You: Man. Me: Woman. u #900743 RED CROSS CUTIE To the brown-haired cutie at the Red Cross who took my blood pressure on Saturday, I really enjoyed hearing about your amputee brother and electric fence spoofs. I wish I hadn’t chickened out and asked for your number... When: Saturday, November 11, 2006. Where: Red Cross. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900742

O MY STARS...

How you screwed me. To the person(s) who somehow took from Recycle North on Tues. the lovely Danish Modern table I had on hold until Wed. - may the King of all karma find you and kick your round, dishonest ass(es) square. When: Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Where: Recycle North. You: Man. Me: Woman. #900751

EVEN EASTER SEALS HIBERNATE SOMETIMES I spy a beautiful honey bee, always busy and hard at work. You’ve been flying around even more than usual this year, but now winter’s coming and it’s time to give your cute little size 6 1/2 wings a rest. Want to buzz over to the Stoweflake on Saturday?

When: Monday, November 13, 2006.

Where: in all my daydreams. You: Woman.

Me: Man. u #900741

IT IS WHAT IT IS and what it is, is simply wonderful. I cannot wait to come home because that’s where my heart is, JLS. This is your time to sort everything out. Hope when you’re done, I’m still in your plans. Can’t wait for lunch in the garden on 12/15. Remember, when you give me my picture back, I am never letting you go. When: Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Where: Dancing to Stuffed Up Cowboy. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900750

I SPY JONATHON MISSSING FUZZY black hat with chocikta hairs....I may be able to finish the crossword without you; my hound adores that side of the bed. I fear your Jetta has consumed the flowered girly hat. We found your furry in the drive. Will be a long winter without flowers. Many a 3 dog night to come. Hoping you can help with the beanie. When: Friday, November 10, 2006. Where: Cusp of the Kingdom.

You: Man. Me: Woman. #900740

DAZED AT THE ROXY...

Hey there lady with the orange coat. Felt like I had always known you but we’ve never met before. Who ARE you? My mind was reeling waiting for a Borat ticket! Enjoyed trading glances across the lobby post show.

Your brilliant eyes and long, cascading locks left lasting impressions... Love to discuss finer points of Khazak Cultural Learnings sometime soon. When: Sunday, November 12, 2006. Where: Merrill’s Roxy. You: Woman. Me: Man. #900749

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body EXPERIENTIAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY: Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., beginning January 17 - April 25. The Body Center, Burlington. Early registration tuition, $750 if paid by December 18, $800 after 12/18. Nonrefundable $200 deposit by January 10. Some students may qualify for VSAC grants. Info, call Mindy Cohen at 802-865-9500 voicemail #3 or email mindycohen68@ hotmail.com. Learn basic concepts in human anatomy and physiology through cognitive and experiential lessons involving movement, touch, breath and sound. In this class we will examine all systems of the body, including structure and function, and how they relate to the whole body. We will discuss evolutionary ideas, developmental patterns and applications to health and disease. This course is designed for body workers, yoga teachers, healthcare professionals, artists, performers, parents and anyone wishing to learn more about their body and deepen their self-awareness.

dance AFRICAN DANCE WITH SORIBA SIMBO CAMARA, TRADITIONAL DANCES FROM GUINEA, WEST AFRICA: Weekly classes, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. and Fridays, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Williston Sports and Fitness Edge. $12 per class or $60 for six classes. Info, 802-540-0035. All levels welcome to both classes, emphasis on beginner instruction on Fridays. Dance to live drumming, have fun and smile while sweating!

Join Simbo in experiencing fun, high-energy dances from Guinea.

Simbo recently relocated to Burlington from Conakry, Guinea, where he was a member of the acclaimed Les Ballets Africains. He has extensive teaching experience and wants to share his culture with you!

AFRO-CARIBBEAN DANCE: TRADITIONAL DANCES FROM CUBA AND HAITI: Weekly classes: Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Capitol City Grange, Montpelier.

Fridays, 5:30-7 p.m. Memorial Auditorium Loft, Burlington. Info, 985-3665. Dance to the rhythms of Cuban and Haitian music. Dance class led by Carla Kevorkian. Live drumming led by Stuart Paton.

Monthly master classes with visiting instructors. Beginners welcome!

DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes: Nightclub-style, group and private, four levels. Mondays, Wednesdays (walk-in on Wednesdays only at 6 p.m.) and Saturdays (children’s lessons, preregistration required). Argentinean Tango every Friday, 7:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. Social dancing with DJ Raul, once a month, call for date.

Monthly membership, $40 or $65, $12 for individual classes, $5 for socials. 266 Pine St., Burlington.

Info, contact Victoria, 598-1077 or info@salsalina.com. No dance experience or partner necessary, just the desire to have fun! You can drop in at any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout!

DISCOVER THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE AT THE FLYNN!: Saturday, December 2; 12:30-3 p.m. $30. Chase Dance Studio, Flynn Center, Burlington.

Info, flynnarts@flynncenter. org, 802-652-4548, ext. 4, or www.flynncenter.org. Workshop participants will explore body and movement from an anatomical perspective, learning how the musculoskeletal structure and nervous and respiratory systems affect strength, sensitivity, and freedom of movement, while taking the underlying principles of the Alexander Technique into action—incorporating breath and speech.

This workshop is useful to dancers, actors, and musicians as well as others. Participants in Session II should have taken October’s Session I or have some previous experience with the technique. For adults, older teens welcome with permission.

PIlOBOLUS MASTERCLASS AT THE FLYNN! For adults and teens, Tuesday, December 5, 6-7:30 p.m. Company member, $20. MainStage, Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, flynnarts@ flynncenter.org, 802-6524548 ext. 4 or www.flynncenter. org. Discover how acclaimed dance company Pilobolus creates their magical works in this workshop conducted by a company member.

Examining the choreographic process through structured sequences, participants learn about partnering principles, improvisational skills, and group collaboration. Workshop is designed to meet participants at all levels of skill and experience.

Pilobolus will perform on the Flynn MainStage on Wednesday, December 6, 7:30 p.m.

SWING DANCE LESSONS: Six weeks, two nights, two levels.

(Beginners on Tuesdays, Levels 2 and 3 on Wednesdays). Tuesdays, December 5 - January 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Swing 1/Lindy Hop Basics, Beginning level; no experience required; includes free Vermont Swings practice session immediately following. Wednesdays, December 5 - January 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Swing 2C/Mostly Swing Outs: Learn (or refine) a variety of Swing Outs, the heart of 8-count Lindy Hop. Level 2: must have mastered Swing 1 – or by permission. 7:45-8:45 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced Balboa, prerequisite: You must know Come Around, Send Out, Lollies, Cross-Overs. Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. $50 for six-week series, $40 for students and seniors. Info, 860-7501 or www.lindyvermont.com. No partner needed for any class! All classes are taught by Shirley McAdam and Chris Nickl. We focus on having fun and learning technique that will allow you to dance with anyone, anywhere. (Please bring clean, non-marking shoes.)

dreams INTRODUCTION TO DREAMWORK: 1/6, 14, 20, 27 (3 Saturdays, 1 Sunday), 2-5 p.m.

55 Clover Lane, Waterbury, VT. $50. Info, call Sue, 802-2447909. Learn how to work with your dreams, connect to your inner life and empower yourself in a safe, supportive setting. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

INTRODUCTION TO JUNG: 1/10, 17, 24, 31, 7-9 p.m. 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. $50. Info, call Sue, 802-244-7909. Get a basic overview of Jung, his thought and legacy, along with hands-on work, learn your type, your unique set of activated archetypes and more. Led

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BURLINGTON TAIKO CLASSES FALL SESSION II: Kids Beginners’ Class, Tuesdays 4:30-5:20 p.m. Six-week session begins 10/31. $47. Kids Advanced Beginners’ Class, Mondays 3:15-4 p.m. Six-week session begins 10/30. $47. Adult Beginners’ Class, Tuesdays, 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Six-week session begins 10/31 $53. Adult Advanced Beginners’ Class, Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m. Sixweek session begins 10/30. $48. All classes held at Burlington Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Avenue, Burlington. Adult walk-in price, $10 per class. Info, 802-658-0658, email classes@burlingtontaiko. org or visit www.burlingtontaiko. org. Walk-ins welcome! Gift certificates available!

FALL HAND DRUMMING CLASSES: Beginners’ Conga Class, Wednesdays, 5:30-6:50. Threeweek session begins 10/25. $30.

Two-week session begins 11/29. $20. Walk-in price, $12. Beginners’ Djembe Class: Wednesdays, Six-week session begins 9/13. $60. Three-week session begins 10/25. $30. Two-week session begins 11/29. $20. Walk-in price, $12. Classes held at Burlington Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Avenue, Burlington. Info, 802-658-0658, email classes@burlingtontaiko. org or visit www.burlingtontaiko. org. Walk-ins welcome! Gift certificates available!

RICHMOND FALL SESSION II TAIKO CLASSES: Kids and Parents Beginners’ Class, Thursdays, 5:30-6:20 p.m. Six-week session begins 11/02. $95/pair. Adult Beginners’ Class, Thursdays, 6:30-7:20 p.m. Six-week session begins 11/02. $59. Paid preregistration is required, and there is a 10-person minimum for each class. Classes held at Richmond Free Library Community Meeting Room. Info, 802-658-0658, email classes@burlingtontaiko.org or visit www.burlingtontaiko.org. Gift certificates available!

FREE HOLIDAY KIDS’ CORNER: Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23.

Shelburne Art Center Gallery, 54 Falls Rd. Info, 985-3648 or www. shelburneartcenter.org. Shelburne Art Center, in collaboration with Shelburne Village businesses, is offering a free Holiday Kids’ Corner.

Parents can drop off their children (aged 4 and up) for an hour or more while they visit shops in the Village. Kids will make holidaythemed art projects and gifts and have a good time. Parents can shop in a relaxed mode, knowing their children are enjoying art and fun at the gallery studio. The Kids’ Corner is designed as a drop-in program, so you do not need to register.

empowerment FINDING YOUR MISSION IN LIFE: February 7, February 17, March 10, 2-5 p.m. 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. $75. Info, call Sue, 802-244-7909. 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.

VISIONEERING: January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, 2-5 p.m. Burlington or Waterbury. $90. Info, call Sue, 802-2447909. Learn a scientifically based technology to harness the power of vision that allows you to create the future out of the future and move your life ahead. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author.

gardening 2007 MASTER GARDENER BASIC COURSE: Tuesdays, beginning February 6 – May 8, 6:15–9:15 p.m. Offered statewide. $325 includes tuition and all materials.

Info, call 656-9562 or visit www. uvm.edu/mastergardener. This UVM Extension course covers the basics of Home Horticulture. Instructors are UVM faculty and Vermont professionals. Topics include: Botany, Perennials and Annuals, Landscape Design, Vegetables, Lawns, Entomology, Plant Diseases, Soils, Woody Ornamentals, Pest Management, Invasive Plant Control, and Becoming a Master Gardener.

health SHY-NO-MORE PROGRAM: Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Center for Anxiety Disorders. $25 per group.

Info, 802-865-3450 ext. 354 or email shynomoreprogram@yahoo. com. You can overcome shyness!

Free workshop, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. at the Center for Anxiety Disorders, 112 Lake Street, Burlington.

herbs WISDOM OF THE HERBS SCHOOL: Winter Wisdom 2007: Winter Ecology and Nature Adventures, Winter Plant Identification, Tracking and Fire Making and All Species Communication Skills.

Four weekends, January 13-14, February 3-4, February 24-25, and March 18-19, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Inquire about early registration discount. Preregistration and nonrefundable deposit required.

Please register early as we expect this program to fill up quickly.

Wisdom of the Herbs 2007: An Experiential Journey Through the Seasons. Certification Program.

Develop relationship with local wild plants as edibles, medicinals and plant spirit beings. Food as

our first medicine and healthy lifestyle practices. One weekend each month, April to November. Nature and Wholeness 2007: Integrating Earth Knowledge and Spiritual Awareness. Certification Program.

Nature adventures, energy training, shamanic journeying. Delve deeply into core common wild edibles and medicinals. One weekend a month, April to November.

Info, contact Annie McCleary, Director, 802-453-6764, email anniemc@gmavt.net, or visit www.WisdomOfTheHerbsSchool. com. Open House: Sunday, December 10, 2006, noon - 4 p.m. at Rhapsody Café, 28 Main St., Montpelier. Join us for soup, tea and good conversation!

kids CHILDREN’S ART WORKSHOP: Saturday, December 2, 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 3, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Viva Espresso, 197 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. $5 per child. Info, 802-660-8482.

Artist Kara Teschmacher and Art Education student Jocelyn Lutter will teach children how to print with potato stamps and make stamps from reused styrofoam. Walk-ins welcome or pre-register by phone at Viva Espresso, an enviro-friendly, family-friendly coffeehouse. Materials provided. Parents to remain.

language 123SPANISHNOW.COM: Hola!

Bonjour! and Bom Dia! Spanish, French and Portuguese classes for adults and for kids!

Located in Waitsfield, Montpelier and Burlington. Eight weeks starting in March. $130 (90 mins.). Info www.123spanishnow. com. Join us for language classes with native speakers. Classes are designed for beginner through advanced levels. Students will learn basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation in a fun and positive learning environment. Spanish is fun, sign up today!

LEARN SPANISH through music: Saturday, December 2, 3-8 p.m. or Sunday December 3, 2-7 p.m. $80, snack, drinks and all materials included. Info, 802310-4701 or email mayatiempo@ yahoo.com. This intensive workshop is designed to allow ample opportunities to further develop your listening, speaking and writing skills. Activities are communicative as well as cooperative and emphasize learning context, they also foster critical thinking and the development of language strategies as circumlocution and rehearsed speech.

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martial arts BAO TAK FAI TAI CHI INSTITUTE, SNAKE STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: For an appointment to view a class, Saturday, 11 a.m., Wednesday, 7 p.m., call 802-864-7902 or visit www.iptaichi.org. 100 Church Street, Burlington. The snake style is the original martial version of Yang Tai Chi and was taught only to family and disciples for five generations.

The snake style develops flexibility of the spine, hips, and rib cartilage and stretches and strengthens the internal muscles of the hips, abdomen, thoracic ribs and deep layers of the back. The snake style uses core muscles to move from posture to posture in a rhythmic and seamless pattern, generating powerful jin energy for martial skill and power. The snake style uses suppleness and subtlety to overcome brute force. Robust health, deep relaxation, emotional harmony, touch sensitivity and intuitive power are the rewards of studying this masterful martial art. The snake style is taught by Bao Tak Fai (Bob Boyd), Disciple of the late Grandmaster Ip Tai Tak and sixth generation lineage teacher of the Yang style.

MARTIAL WAY SELF-DEFENSE CENTER: Day and evening classes for adults. Afternoon and Saturday classes for children. Group and private lessons. Colchester. Free introductory class. Info, 893-8893.

Kempo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Arnis and Wing Chun Kung Fu. One minute off I-89 at Exit 17.

VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Monday through Friday, 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. The “Punch Line” Boxing Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 4 Howard St., A-8, Burlington. First class free. Info, 660-4072 or visit www.bjjusa. com. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a complete martial arts system based on leverage (provides a greater advantage and effect on a much larger opponent) and technique (fundamentals of dominant body position to use the technique to overcome size and strength). Brazilian JiuJitsu enhances balance, flexibility, strength, cardio-respiratory fitness and builds personal courage and self-confidence. Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense classes (all levels), Boxing and NHB programs available.

Brazilian Head Instructor with over 30 years of experience (5-Time Brazilian Champion - Rio de Janeiro), certified under Carlson Gracie. Positive and safe environment. Effective and easy-to-learn techniques that could save your life. Accept no imitations.

meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Monday through Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m. - noon. Free. Burlington Shambhala Center. Info, 802-658-6795 or visit http:// www.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.

Meditation instruction available on Sunday mornings or by appointment.

The Shambhala Cafe meets the first Saturday of each month, December 2, for meditation and discussions, 911:30 a.m.

THE ART OF BEING HUMAN: Four Tuesday evenings, December 5, 12, 19, 6:30-9 p.m. and Saturday, December 16, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Burlington Shambhala Center. $70 ($35 student). Info, 802-658-6795 or visit www.burlingtonshambhalactr.org. Shambhala warriorship is a path of nonaggression born from the bravery and gentleness of meeting our world without bias or judgment. This path shows how to view the challenges of daily life in our modern society as opportunities for both contemplative practice and social action. Shambhala Training includes group and individual instruction in meditation, personal interviews with a meditation instructor, discussion groups, and talks by a senior teacher.

music DISCOVER THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE AT THE FLYNN!: Saturday, December 2, 12:30-3 p.m. $30. Chase Dance Studio, Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, flynnarts@flynncenter.org, 802-6524548, ext. 4, or www.flynncenter. org. Workshop participants will explore body and movement from an anatomical perspective, learning how the musculoskeletal structure and nervous and respiratory systems affect strength, sensitivity, and freedom of movement, while taking the underlying principles of the Alexander Technique into action—incorporating breath and speech.

This workshop is useful to dancers, actors, and musicians as well as others. Participants in Session II should have taken October’s Session I or have some previous experience with the technique. For adults older teens welcome with permission.

photography ARTISTS/PHOTOGRAPHERS/EDUCATORS: Affordable, individual, Photoshop instruction in a working artist’s studio. Work with Frog Hollow artist John Churchman, a highly skilled master Photoshop artist who will guide you in translating your artistic ideas while expanding your personal Photoshop mastery/archival print making. Flexible scheduling available. Please call 899-2200.

pilates 123 PILATES: Pilates, Integrative Movement and dance. Experience the benefits of gentle exercise in our generously equipped studio, complete with a sprung maple wood floor. Free beginning level classes all day January 1, 2007, with preregistration before December 29, 2006. Call today to make an appointment for a free private session designed for you, and register for private sessions, small groups, and classes. Beginners are welcome. 49 Heineberg Dr., Colchester. Info, 802-863-3369, www.123pilates.com or email lucille@123pilates.com. Lucille L. Dyer is a Certified Movement Analyst and Pilates instructor with over 20 years of teaching dance, choreography and fitness. She specializes in Pilates, integrative movement, and dance through Laban-based movement explorations and notation.

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www.sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] Pilates offers equipment-based private sessions (free 1/2 hour intros available) and group mat classes in an attractive, welcoming locale. 12 Gregory Drive, Suite One, South Burlington. Info, please call Lynne at 802-310-2614, or email lynnemartens@ msn.com. Lynne was certified by the Pilates Studio, NYC, in March 2000 after 600 hours of rigorous instruction and testing

by Pilates elder Romana Kryzanowska and master teacher Bob Liekens.

Lynne also teaches in Burlington and at the University of Vermont.

PILATES SPACE, A PLACE FOR INTELLIGENT MOVEMENT: Come experience our beautiful, lightfilled studio, expert teachers and welcoming atmosphere. We offer Pilates, Anusara-inspired Yoga, Physical Therapy and Gyrotonic to people of all ages and levels of fitness who want to look good, feel good, and experience the freedom of a healthy body. Conveniently located in Burlington at 208 Flynn Ave. (across from the antique shops, near Oakledge Park). Want to learn more about Pilates? Call to sign up for a free introduction. We offer info sessions Saturdays, 10:30 a.m., or we can arrange a time to fit your schedule. Info, 802-8639900 or visit www.pilatesspace. net. Member of the Pilates Method Alliance, an organization dedicated to establishing certification requirements and continuing education standards for Pilates professionals.

reiki REIKI: Please join me for a FREE Reiki Session on the first Saturday of every month. Ray of Light, The Alternative Wellness Center, 34 Pleasant Street, Morrisville. Info, email rayoflight108@gmail.com or 802-635-1728. Please contact me if you need directions and RSVP. Reiki encourages health and balance of body, mind and spirit. Dates to add to your calendar: December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, 2-5 p.m.

theater DISCOVER THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE AT THE FLYNN!: Saturday, December 2, 12:30-3 p.m. $30. Chase Dance Studio, Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, flynnarts@flynncenter.org, 802-6524548, ext. 4, or www.flynncenter. org. Workshop participants will explore body and movement from an anatomical perspective, learning how the musculoskeletal structure and nervous and respiratory systems affect strength, sensitivity, and freedom of movement, while taking the underlying principles of the Alexander Technique into action—incorporating breath and speech. This workshop is useful to dancers, actors, and musicians as well as others. Participants in Session II should have taken October’s Session I or have some previous experience with the technique. For adults, older teens welcome with permission.

wood COMMUNITY WOODWORKERS SHOP: New classes: Building the Mill Creek Kayak, Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinet making, call for info. 382 Hercules Drive, Suite 5, Colchester. Info, 802-655-4201 or stop by and take a tour. Web: http://mysite.verizon.net/steven sturgis/cwss.

November 2 - December 14, Thursdays 7:30 p.m. \ YVT 200 Hour Instructor Training begins October 20. Chace Mill, Burlington. $13 drop-in, 10 classes/$100. Month pass $120. Info, 660-9718 or visit yogaver mont.com. Explore a variety of yoga styles with experienced and passionate instructors in three beautiful spacious studios on the Winooski River. Look for our new studio on Church Street (top floor of the Leunig’s building).

BURLINGTON YOGA: Daily classes offered 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Burlington Yoga, 156 St. Paul St., Burlington. $12/hour, $14 for 90 minutes, $160 for unlimited monthly membership, $60 for a private lesson. Info, 658-9642 (yoga) or info@burlingtonyoga.com.

Beginner, Flow, Iyengar style, Kid’s, Kripalu, Kundalini, Men’s, Mid-life, Naam, Prenatal, Restorative. There is a powerful cumulative effect achieved by practicing postures in varied sequences. STHIRA SUKHAM ASANAM Sthira= steady; Sukham=comfort; Asanam= posture. Asana is a steady comfortable posture. “True asana is that in which the thought of Brahma flows effortlessly through the mind.” BKS Iyengar.

EVOLUTION YOGA: Classes for all levels taught in Vinyasa, Anusarainspired and Ashtanga traditions.

Specialty classes offered weekly in prenatal, postnatal, fundamentals and restorative yoga. $13 drop-in, $120 10-class card. First class is free. Monday, 6 p.m. class is “pay what you can.” Evolution Yoga, 20 Kilburn Street, Burlington. Info, 864-9642, evolutionvt.com. Yoga for a Healthy Back 6-week series begins January 16. Kids Yoga, ages 25, 10-week series begins January 17.

Upcoming workshops: Infant Massage, Saturday, December 2, 9:3010:45 a.m. Facing the Eye of the Tiger Intermediate/Advanced Anusara Practice, Saturday, December 9, 9 a.m. - noon. Partner Prenatal Yoga and Massage, Saturday, December 9, 1-4 p.m. Find a class that is right for your level of experience and feel the benefits of yoga.

JOHNSON YOGA STUDIO: Fall schedule. $10 class. 36 School Street, Johnson. Info, 802-6352733 or visit http://www.vermont studiocenter.org/yoga.html. Johnson Yoga Studio offers classes in Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kripalu, Hatha Flow and Sivananda yoga. Sunday, December 10, Iyengar Workshop with Leigh Milne: Yoga for Skiers.

Preregistration required.

YOGA VERMONT: Daily drop-in classes, open to all levels. Astanga, Vinyasa, Jivamukti, Kripalu, Prenatal, Kids and Senior Classes.

Register for our six-week sessions.

Intro to Kripalu Yoga, November 6December 11, Mondays 7:30 p.m.

Yoga for Kids and Toddlers, October 30- December 4, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. Yoga for Skiers and Riders,

Rio PMC Kiln Brand new, never used Rio Grande PMC kiln. $450.

Please call 802-922-3804 for more information.

SNOW TIRES & RIMS (4) Bridgestone Winter Dueler snow tires on silver-finished steel rims.

P235/75R15. 5-lug nut mounting.

Fits Ford Explorer & others. $175. kmincar@gmavt.net or 434-5372.

Snow tires on rims:Outback 205/70 R15 95T M+S. Run one season on a Subaru Outback. Stored in garage. $200/OBO. Middlebury area. Call Don at 802-462-3394 for more info.

yoga BRISTOL YOGA: Daily Astanga Yoga classes for all levels. Special workshops and classes for beginners, intermediate, series and meditation. Private individual and group classes available by appointment. Old High School, Bristol. $12 drop-in, $100 for ten classes, or $100 monthly pass. Info, 4825547 or www.bristolyoga.com. This classical form of yoga incorporates balance, strength and flexibility to steady the mind, strengthen the body and free the soul.

Reese hitch nearly new off late model General Motors pick-up .used from Arizona to Vt. only once. $75.

Stove, electric 4 burners, oven hood, small, white. Burlington.

434-3172 information. $60.

Thule car rack system, incls. cross bars, feet and locking ski rack. $150. 802-863-1537.

Antiques/ Collectibles Bouncing 40 Horse Hedstrom Moonlight 1960’s collector’s item or great toy for kids. Contact 4826632 or email quarkvt@yahoo. com.

Elegant Louis XV Armoire Exceptional, c. 1890, walnut.

Clear original bevelled-mirrored doors, fine condition, stable.

100”Hx51”Wx19”D. Deep detailed carving. Herringbone pattern. Easily disassembles. Pics: 7days website. $1500, firm.

802-238-5718.

Appliances/ Tools/Parts 03 Kia Sedona Van Equipped w/ handicap accommodation, keyless entry and auto hatch opener. Excellent condition. 15 K mi. PRICE REDUCED $10.9 K OBO. Please call 802-482-6632.

Buy This Stuff 2-axle 10x50 mobile home frame, $250. Used oil tank $75. 4 15” xterra aluminum wheels $200. 802-635-7444.

Troyfor the gardener Bilt rototiller, “horse” model, be prepared for spring. $800.

229-4008.

G.E. ELECTRIC COOKTOP Almondcolored. 21.25 x 30.25” (fits 19.5” x 28.5” countertop opening). Spotless, like new. $75.

802-899-2305 Great Snow Tires off my recently sold 2003 Subaru Forester.

Nokian 215/55 R 16 93 T. Less than 6000 miles. Call 518-7479259 or 802-644-2143.

Hot Water Heater Reliance Electric 501, used 2 years, 56G. $100/OBO. 802-264-4878.

Indoor grow light Sun System. 24 x 24 reflector w/430 watt bulb. Ballast incl., still in box. $400. 802-864-0622.

MONITOR HEATER 441 Direct vent kerosene heater in perfect condition. Cleaned in 2006. Heats 2000 sq. feet, 16- 41,000 btus/hour.

26.6”H x 28.7”W x 13.8”D. $650.

233-1922.

PENIS ENLARGEMENT FDA Approved medical vacuum pumps, Viagra, Testosterone, Cialis. Gain 1”-3” permanently.

Free Brochures. 619-294-7777, http:// www.drjoelkaplan.com (AAN CAN)

HakkapEliittas Tires (4) Nokian winter. $200. Excellent 175/70 R13 82T. Richmond.

434-3172.

Vending Cart Mint condition.

Quality materials used. $1500/ OBO. Call Sarah, 802-264-4829.

Vending machines for sale.

802-372-4403.

Washer / Dryer Combo Unit EdgeStar Ventless 110V washer/ dryer combo unit, 2 months old, we are moving, asking $675 (paid $1050), hooks up to kitchen sink.

Photos at www.sevendaysvt.com.

Call 802-233-7816.

Clothing/ Jewelry Bling Bling Choker Unusual!

Rhinestones set in goldtone mesh design. Choker measures 1/2”x15” long w/generous 3” lead. Perfect for dress or just for fun! $15/OBO. 802-238-5718.

Fun Coral Necklace Coral chunks, golden iridescent stick pearls. Or flourite chunks, clear crystals and irridescent stick pearls. Secure clasps. Take one or both! $15 each/OBO. 802-238-5718.

Vintage Blue Chintz Heart Sweet necklace! Vintage China encased in silver shows off on blue ribbon. Great gift! $15/OBO. 802-238-5718.

Electronics 17 Samsung 730B 17” LCD monitor, 8 ms refresh rate, like new, $125. Call 734-2078.

Almost New Apple MacMini 1.66 GHZ DuoCore chip, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB hard drive, CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive. Unregistered warranty. W/monitor, keyboard, wireless mouse, new color printer/ scanner. $725. 658-4111.

Apple Imac G5 20 Perfect condition, incls. I-Life 06, Isight, airport extreme, 250GB hard drive, extra RAM and software. Call Andy 802-355-6177. $1000.

CD-Rom Drives 2 drives: 1) 52X 2) CD-R/RW, $10 for both. Call 802-264-4878.

Color Printer w/cartridges. $25/OBO. 802-999-6210.

Computer Cases ATA style w/ PSU, 2 cases, $20 for both. Call 802-264-4878.

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pool Table 8â&#x20AC;? billiards table, 1â&#x20AC;? slate, comes w/everything!

Must see. Retail value $5200. Sell $1700. Bill, 802-893-7315.

Free Stuff Free Lop Eared Rabbit Free male, lop eared rabbit, good home only. Very sweet, I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have time. Willing to bring to your home. 734-2264.

ÂŤ buy this stuff COOL AUDIOPHILE CD PLAYER British, Myryad Cameo CD unit, better than NAD, Rotel, HK & Sony. New $1000. Three months old, $399/firm. Warranty! jihley@ adelphia.net, 802-229-1047, Milo.

Dell dimension system Dell PC system, tower, monitor, photo printer, less than 1 year old, 80Gig drive, new CD burner, comes w/everything, $600 new, asking $300 OBO. 802-558-4339.

Ergonomic keyboard $25/OBO. 802-999-6210.

Speller Franklin Franklin Speaking Dictionary/Thesaurus, brand new in package. Please call 482-6632 or email quarkvt@ya hoo.com.

Internet Ready Computer $75.

In good condition. Call 872-2747 after 6 p.m.

Konablaster ElectRic Uke Solid body soprano uke, pineapple shaped body with iridescent Pacific Blue top, steel strings, one single coil pickup. Like new condition. Asking $300. Matt 238-0470.

LEGO NEW TRAIN SET Lego space station 6991 motor rail set brand new never opened, 568 pieces $150 OBO; perfect holiday gift; call 482-6632 or email: quarkvt@ yahoo.com Macro Zoom your Digital Great Canon 28-105 mm range.

Use it w/your digital or the incl.

EOS power advance film body.

Lens cap, filters also incl. $170/ OBO. 802-238-5718.

PalmOne Palm Pilot Brand new, never used Palm Pilot by PalmOne. Incls. handheld, USB cable, power adapter, software installation CD and new 256MB memory card. $100. 802-373-6648.

Server Case - 4U New w/PSU, key access to drives, $75/OBO. 802-264-4878.

Entertainment/ Tickets Dancer, solid gold exotic dancers. Adult entertainment for birthday, bachelor, bachelorette and fun-on-one shows or any time good friends get together. #1 for fun. 802-658-1464. New talent welcome.

DANCERS WANTED to perform at bachelor parties, birthdays and private parties. Work available.

Make full-time money with parttime hours. No experience necessary. 802-862-1377.

SMUGGS YOUTH SEASONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PASS Gift certificate for Smuggs 06/07 youth seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pass, ages 13 - 18.

Asking $300 OBO ($444 value!!!).

Great holiday gift. Pick up in Essex or Burlington.

Furniture 1 couch & 1 sleeper-couch 2 matching, full-size couches, one w/pull-out guest bed. Both in good shape; striped, multi-color, microfiber fabric. $200 takes them both. 802-893-6080.

2 Black Metro Shelf units 36â&#x20AC;? x 18â&#x20AC;? x 72â&#x20AC;?. Paid $220/each, will sell for $50/each. 802-864-4676.

RUG/QUILTING FRAME Excellent condition, made in Brazil. Call 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com. stuff for sale Navy couch cover $25, 3-bulb standing lamp $10, glass chess set $5, black rolling suitcase 12x16x24 $50, Picasso framed print $25. Call 229-4008.

Thought this had been sold Television and audio cabinet.

Light oak. Holds 26â&#x20AC;? TV and equipment. Leaded glass doors and two drawers. Very nice and functional. $135. 802-899-2981.

Wheelchairs Manual and power.

Used very little, very good condition. Call 482-6632 or email quarkvt@yahoo.com.

Pets

BABY ITEMS FOR SALE HIGH CHAIR - Prima Papa. Removable cloth cover, three heights, reclines. Mint condition, $80.

CHANGING TABLE - Large, wooden, includes pad. Excellent condition, $25. (802)425-2592.

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AP Saddle Buenos Aires made. Beautiful leatherchocolate brown. 15â&#x20AC;?. Regular/ narrow tree. Excellent condition for older saddle tree/billets/ flocking good condition. No tears/ rips. Fittings included. $200 OBO. 802-598-8727.

BABY ITEMS FOR SALE CHILDCARRIER BACKPACK - Kelty Kids.

New, never used, $85. STROLLER - Graco, single. Great condition, $25. CRIB - Jenny Lind.

Wooden. Good condition, $20.

(802)425-2592.

Collegiate AP Jr Saddle: Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Prepâ&#x20AC;? AP saddle. Deep, comfortable seat, suede padded flaps, concealed knee rolls. Chestnut brown. 16.5â&#x20AC;?. Regular tree. Great shape. No repairs needed. $550.

802-598-8727.

BABY ITEMS FOR SALE PLAYPEN - Century Pack-n-Play. Includes diaper changing attachment, carrying case, excellent condition, $45. SWING - Graco. Three speeds, reclines, toys attached. Great condition, $15. (802)425-2592.

Foxhound Puppies For Sale Ready Dec. 15th. Socialized w/ people and other dogs. Can be seen by appointment. Wormed, shots, vet examination. $300 each. Call Bob or Brud 623-7533.

Bath/ shower chair Cushioned commode style; excellent condition, for h/c accommodation or post surgery. Never used. Call 482-6632 or quarkvt@yahoo.com Bookcase - Wooden Robust, 3 shelves, 45x12x46. $60. Call 802-264-4878. cherry Bedroom set Cherry bedroom set, all in box, lined drawers dovetailed construction.

Headboard, footboard, mattress, box, dresser, chest, nightstand.

Cost $5000, sell $1500. Beth, 802-893-3666.

Table Drafting/Drawing 24â&#x20AC;?x36â&#x20AC;? all wood drafting/drawing table. Good condition, $25, call 734-3078.

Retro-lounger, FURNISHINGS chandelier, wicker desk, new pastamaker, brand new novelty T-shirts, 40 XL and L, Harlequin dolls, large planters. 802-4826632 or email quarkvt@yahoo. com.

Futon Solid wood, mattress, all in box. Must sell. $275.

802-893-7666.

Futon - $50 Full-size futon wood frame and mattress in Richmond. $50. Call 434-2605.

HOT TUB SPA 2007, 5-person w/ lounger, ozonator, full warranty, hydrotherapy jets, energy effcient, 110v or 220v. Never used, still in shrink wrap. Cost $4600, must sell $2500. 802-893-7296.

Mattress Set Mattress, box, brand new, never slept on. Cost $575. Sell $260. 802-893-0666.

Memory Foam Mattress Visco Memory Foam mattress and box.

Still in box. Cost $2000. Must sell, $500. 802-893-3666.

Moving Sale Moving by midJanuary and selling everything from furniture to kitchenware, including air conditioners, plants, clothes, art supplies. Please visit our website containing photos and descriptions at www.vermont movingsale.com or 304-6795.

Rossingnol B2 Skis 160 cm, w/Marker Logic bindings. $199.

802-863-1537.

SMUGGS YOUTH SEASONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PASS Gift certificate for Smuggs 06/07 youth seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pass, ages 13 - 18.

Fully transferrable. Asking $300/ OBO. ($444 value!!!) Great holiday gift. 802-879-1146.

Mtn. Specialized Enduro bike, 27 speed, disc brakes, Rock Shox, almost brand new. $850.

802-864-0622. the perfect gift for the sailor in your life. Prindle 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; catamaran, fast and fun, $1400, 229-4008.

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Danu Therapeutic Massage Holiday Rush? A massage gift certificate makes a great gift!

Call Vicky, NCTMB for a calming or therapeutic massage. At the Woolen Mill, Winooski. (802)9990610.http://danu.abmp.com.

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E.S. Massage Therapy Swedish, therapeutic, aromatherapy, deep tissue, add hot towels. CMT. 802-760-7845. Across from Ann Taylor window, 125 Bank Street, 1:29:42 PM #2, Burlington. Gift certificates available.

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Antiques Furniture, postcards, pottery, cameras, toys, medical tools, lab glass, photographs, slide rules, license plates and silver. Anything unusual or unique. Cash paid. Call Dave, 802-859-8966.

Kodak Carousel Projector Have a projector you no longer use? As long as it is in working order, I want to take a look at it!

Call 238-5718.

Large Dog Crate Wanted: Large dog crate for 65-75 lb. Labrador retriever. Good condition only.

Please call 802-598-8727 or email lexy456@verizon.net.

Slide Projector-Buy/ Rent Looking for a slide projector in good working condition. Prefer to purchase but will consider a feasible rental agreement.

802-238-5718.

Sallie West, M.A., M.F.T Individuals and couples counseling. Specializing in relationships and spiritual/personal growth, depression, anxiety and life transitions. Burlington and Waitsfield. 496-7135.

Creative Wedding photographer My goal is to capture your wedding in candid and photojournalistic styles with photos you can cherish for the rest of your life. www. beckerphotos.com.

Financial/Legal $700-$800,000 Free Cash Grants2006!, Personal bills, School, Business/Housing. Approx. $49 billion unclaimed 2005! Listings 1-800592-0362 Ext. 235. (AAN CAN)

Free 4-year-old cat Bowieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a loving tortie. She just needs to be in a home with no other pets or just 1 cat. She canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t handle our dog. 893-1744.

*$700-$800,000 Free Cash Grants!**2006!** Never repay! Personal/Medical Bills, School, New Business/Home etc., live operators!

Avoid deadlines! Listings, call 1800-270-1213 Ext. 232 (AAN CAN)

CLIPPER SUNBEAM-STEWART Heavy-duty, model 510 clipmaster. Excellent condition. $85.

802-899-2305.

Western Saddle 15â&#x20AC;? Western saddle in great condition. Original cost $500, asking $100 OBO. 363-5036.

Body/mind/spirit/emot ion Head, neck, shoulders and back are my specialties. I can help you bring deep attention, comfort and healing to your â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;issuesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, or enhance qualities that you already have. I use bodywork, energywork, intuition, communication, and lightheartedness. Dan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell, 802-862-4714.

Pedenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting and Cleaning serviCe â&#x20AC;˘ Expert professional painter â&#x20AC;˘ Meticulous cleaner; Offices & Homes â&#x20AC;˘ Apartment turnovers â&#x20AC;˘ Providing superior service for over seven years

Sports Equipment Bash badge Smuggs Value $119, sell for $75. Call 863-1727 or 310-4950.

Canoe Paddles 2 paddles, rarely used, wooden, excellent cond. $120/each when new. $60/each.

264-4878.

Call Michael Cell: 802-343-7866 Office: 802-644-5946

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Discovery 560HR Treadmill is in Waterbury, VT. Asking $500.

802-274-4612.

Great Christmas Gifts Bow Flex Sport, $700/OBO. Gazelle Aerobic Glider, $100/OBO. Massage bed, $180/OBO. Call 802482-4375 or email jcleavitt@ gmavt.net.

Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hockey Skates Brand: Elite, type: leather, size: 9. Rarely used. $40. 264-4878.

New and Used Telemark, back country and A.T. skis, 30-50% off.

Call for details, Clearwater Sports, 802-496-2708.

PILATES PREMIER Home version of the Reformer. Excellent condition. Original cost $300, asking $50/OBO. In Essex. 363-5036.

Rossignol B1 Ski Boots Used one season, size is 28.5, great boot for intermediate to advanced skier, brand new liners, asking 150.. 253-6036.

**$500! HONDAS FROM $500!* Buy police impounds and bank repos! For listing call 800-585-3857 ext. N222.

Childcare Supervised Visitation Visit Supervisor available to supervise parent/child contact; transitioning children for week-end visits or to supervise parent/child contact. FEE FOR SERVICE Call Heather @ 865.9588

Feeling Stressed? Find solutions to muscle tension, joint pain, and more at Emerge Massage Studio. Located at the Woolen Mill, Winooski. Hanna Howard, CMT: 802-752-7013. www.emerge massage.com.

Feng Shui Vermont Consultations for homes, businesses, schools.

Space clearing, personal clearing, presentations, workshops. Certified Feng Shui Practitioner Carol C. Wheelock, M.Ed. 802-496-2306, cwheelock@fengshuivermont.com, www.fengshuivermont.com.

HOLIDAY MASSAGE SPECIAL You WANT a massage! You probably NEED a massage. Now you can AFFORD a massage. A blend of Swedish Massage, Acupressure and Reiki conveniently at your location.

Only $45/hour; $60/1.5 hours.

Pete Bellini, 802-371-8589.

Make dreams come true Are you a healthy woman age 2132? Become an egg donor! Up to $8000 compensation. Call tollfree: 1-866-DREAM DONOR. www. dreamdonations.com.

Massage and P.T. Ann Taylor, P.T., 31 years experience in handson therapy, UVM grad, 2002 Winter Olympic coach, ski instructor.

Relax with therapeutic massage, or, if you prefer, physical therapy evaluation and treatment. Find a solution for your muscle, joint, and/or pain problems. First session: $45- $65, next 3 sessions: $135. 35 King St., Burlington, and home visits. 802-233-0932.

Metta Touch Are you stressedout or sore from working out?

Treat yourself to a wonderful Thai massage, customized just for you!

Call today for an appointment, 862-2212. Blythe Kent, CMT. Located at 182 Main St., Burlington, 2nd-floor.

Moonlight Massage Journey into the realms of relaxation!

Available in your home or hotel.

Male clientele only. 802-355-5247, Backoffice Quickbooks & 11/28/06 9:53:26 AM Need a little extra help with your www.moonlightmassage.com. business, but not ready to hire Nutrition Consulting Inyet? Professional, hourly Quick- depth dietary analysis and expert books and organizational supadvice to help you meet your port is here! www.mdubois.com / unique nutritional/health chal802.659.4373. lenges. Two-part meeting with analysis $75. Ongoing support available. Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Nutrition. Twenty years experience. nutinst@adelphia.net

Health/Wellness Affordable Life Coaching Pre requisite: Lust for life, will full and courageous. You must want it more than you fear it. Robyn Yurcek, CPCC, www.acourageous way.com, 802-655-0131.

Amrita Massage and Shiatsu Theraputic, Swedish and deep tissue massage. Shiatsu applies gentle to deep stretching and pressure, relaxing and rejuvenating the whole body. 60 mins. $55, 90 mins, $65. www.amritamassage. com. Sierra-Maria, 802-862-4677.

Home/Garden 100% Sawdust Firelogs Less pollution! Big heat! Save time!

100% all-natural wood, high Btu(+8800), low moisture(5%), low ash/creosote, no dirt, compact storage, recyclable sacks, delivery.

888-704-FIRE, www.truefuel.net Benchmark Renovations Competitive prices on all your remodeling projects. 30 years experience. Very creative. References.

802-343-8161.

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Show and tell.

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Holiday decorating for your home. Indoor or outdoor. Will work w/you or alone to create a warm, welcoming, atmosphere using existing decorations along w/new ideas. Call Dawn for more details. 802-658-9352.

Moving/Hauling

03 Kia Sedona Van Equipped w/handicap accommodation, keyless entry and auto hatch opener.

Excellent condition. 15,000 mi.

PRICE REDUCED $10,900. Please call 802-482-6632.

1992 BMW 735iL Beautiful sedan, no rust, runs great, 107k. Needs motor for passenger seat, and 4- way flasher relay ($60) Asking $2500. Call Kate 802-355-0074

Drivers w/late model vehicles possessing entertainment and MC qualities wanted to host shows with exotic dancers.

802-658-1464.

1993 Ford Crown Victoria Black LX sedan, good condition, only 77 K. Winter tires incl. AC, power windows/locks, leather interior, cruise, new battery. $1600/OBO. Call 563-2129.

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1994 Audi 100S Wagon Maroon, tan leather, front wheel drive, V6 auto, 215 K, all records, excellent commuter, below book at $1500/ OBO. 802-343-4649.

See Spot Run Individualized dog/puppy and cat care. Dog walking, puppy potty breaks and feeding. Excellent local references. Call Nancy @ 233-7648 to discuss your pet’s needs.

Biz Opps $20,000 MONTHLY! Working from home! Start earning immediately!

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(AAN CAN) $5000 WEEKLY GUARANTEED Extremely easy work from home!

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Free information: 24-hour recording 1-800-785-7076. (AAN CAN) MAKE $150/HOUR Get paid cash for your opinion! Earn $5 to $75 to fill our simple surveys online.

Start now! http://www.paidchoice.com. (AAN CAN) Movie extras, actors, models!

Make $100-$300/day. No Exp. Req., FT/PT All looks needed! 1800-799-6215. (AAN CAN) POST OFFICE JOBS AVAILABLE Avg. pay $20/hour or $57K annually including Federal Benefits and OT. Paid Training, Vacations.

PT/FT. 1-800-584-1775 USWA Ref# P4401 (AAN CAN) Start your own Do-it-yourself greeting card business. 1000 cards for $100. Call for more information, 802-893-8260. Best time to call is Monday-Thursday, 7-10 p.m.

1994 Lexus ES 300 Sedan 4D White. 140K miles. Excellent condition. A lovely car. $4500. 6588913.

1994 Volvo 850 Turbo Wagon 188 K, blue/green exterior w/tan leather interior. Rust-free body, all maintenance done at Swedish Pit. 4 snow & summer tires incl. and skirack. 802-578-5392.

1995 Contour 1995 Ford Contour, 110k miles, auto trans. New Hd. gasket, water pump, timing, steering rack, front brakes, rotors, coil springs. Good to excellent body & int. $1425 invested/$1425 sale.

1996 Honda Civic Sport coupe.

Black. Great car until engine broke. Excellent car for guy who wants to rebuild engine. $2000/ OBO. Valerie, 802-760-9203.

1996 Nissan Pathfinder 87 K. Engine runs 100%. Interior like new. Needs muffler and has clear coat finish peeling off hood area. $3000 below book because of clear coat. 802-399-7211.

1997 LEXUS ES-300 4 DR Fully loaded; winter ready w/4 almost new snows. 137K miles. Good condition w/all maintenance records. Black. V6, auto. $6000/ OBO. Ferrisburgh. 802-877-9289 8AM-10PM. 1998 Grand Cherokee loaded, new AC last summer, remote starter, runs well, some body work, 133 K. $5000. 583-2831.

1998 Subaru Legacy Wagon No rust. Runs perfectly. Automatic. Alpine CD. Green. Economical and reliable 2.2 engine.

Tobacco free. Mounted Gislaved snows included. Asking $3000 obo. 802-229-4543.

1998 Toyota Camry Le 4-door, luxury sedan w/auto locks and windows. 180 K, excellent mechanical condition and comes w/4 rimmed snow tires, 3-disc CD player, AC and sun roof.

802-309-2140.

1999 BMW 323i V6 111 K, auto everything, leather, heated seats, moon/sun roof, AC, Alloy wheels, anti-lock brakes, anti-theft alarm system, CD player, dual front airbags, keyless entry system, mint condition, beautiful car! $12,000.

Call Angela, 310-6719.

Cars/Trucks $500 POLICE IMPOUNDS, Cars from $500! Tax Repos, US Marshal and IRS sales! Cars, trucks, SUV’s, Toyota’s, Honda’s, Chevy’s, more!

For listings. Call 1-800-298-4150 ext.C107. (AAN CAN) ‘96 Subaru Outback wagon, solid body, reliable winter car.

Runs well but needs a little work.

160 K. Must sell. Asking $1295.

802-324-8492.

‘99 Plymouth Grand Voyager Single owner. Dual sliding doors.

Roof rack. Thule ski rack attachments. Trailer hitch and light system. Cruise control, AM/FM/CD. Motivated to sell, $2,200. 388-4241

1999 Mercury Cougar 4 Blizzak tires incl. Tinted. Auto, 135 K, AC, PW, PL. Needs wheel bearing.

Runs great. $3000/OBO. Call John at 802-345-0464.

1999 Subaru AWD Wagon ‘99 blue Subaru, 175 K, winter and summer tires, 5-speed, AWD, just inspected, runs great! Call Dave, 802-373-9244. $2500/OBO. 1999 Volvo Cross Country Goes anywhere in the snow!

Clean, new brakes, second set of rims, leather. 125 K. $6900. Call 425-7250.

2 Brand New Winter Tires! 2 Winterforce tires, size 205-65-15, bought for $95 each, will sell for $75 each. Only 200 miles on tires.

Burlington area, 802-324-3113.

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www.sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LS, 2WD. Extended cab pickup. Loaded w/all accessories, 6.0 liter, 4-speed, auto transmission, 43 K. Carfax certified. $14,900.

Geoff, 802-863-4366.

Chevy Silverado 2500HD 2003 extended-cab LS. 44K miles, 4X4, V8, tow-package and extras.

Great condition. Duraliner. No VT winters! $18,500 OBO. Call 802-598-8727.

2000 Nissan - INFINITI I30 Excellent condition luxury sedan67K Heated Leather seats,T op of line winter and summer tires. Sad to see go but we needed a minivan$12,450 OBO, Zak 985-9540.

Ford Ranger XLT 2004, 4WD, V6, 4.0 liter, 42 K, AM/FM/CD, remote start, tonneau cover. $12,500/ OBO. Call Tom @ 238-6762.

2000 Saturn SC2 3-door, 81 K, 1 adult owner, meticulous maintenance. 6 disc in console changer.

New inspection. Looks, runs and drives excellent. Needs nothing.

A must see. Below KBB at $3250.

802-999-2474.

2000 Toyota Tacoma Xtra cab, excellent condition, 75 K w/bed liner and fiberglass cap. $9750.

Call 482-4829.

2000 VW Jetta GLS Silver w/ black interior, 5-speed, 4-door, one owner, dealer maintained - in excellent shape! 165 K (highway miles), good gas mileage. 4 new tires in July plus 4 studded snows.

Great commuter car or around town car for students! Asking $5000 (below blue book). staral bright@msn.com.

2001 Subaru Outback Maroon, 72 K, standard transmission, great in the snow. Needs new tires. Quality car w/minimal maintenance. $9000. Call Brent, 802-238-6539.

2002 Toyota Ech 6,099 miles, green, 2-door coupe, manual transmission, FWD, 4 cylinders, good condition. See the ad in detail at http://www.cars.com/go/search/ fs_search_results.jsp?tracktype = usedcc&searchType =99&criteri a=AFFILIATEADID-2228961%7CPPRICE+ descending%7CQdescending & af f = f reepres.

802-304-6795.

2002 VW Golf 2 doors, black exterior, tan interior, 61 K. Excellent condition, good gas mil age (30+). Manual transmission, CD player, A/C, etc. $8500 (well under Blue Book). Call Adam @ 802-338-7415.

2003 Jeep Liberty Auto, 72 K, power everything, 6 CD changer, 4x4, overdrive, cruise, clean, very reliable, good tires, inspected til 10/07. $10,900/OBO. 802-872-5701.

4 Nordman Snow Tires Set of winter tires. Size 195/65 R15 snow tires. Used for only 1 season. Had on a BMW 318i. Asking $175. Call Angela, 310-6719.

4WD Pickup ‘03 Chevy Silverado 1500. 5-speed, posi-traction, 51 K, excellent conditon, leather interior. $11,000. 802-899-2214.

91 Audi 100 quattro Needs work or for parts. Black, 5-speed, heated leather, many new parts, inspected till August. New tires.

Call for details. $500/OBO. 802-371-8792.

93 Chevy Van Handicap accessible w/lift, hand controls. Great shape. 90K. Asking $3500. Call 802-893-7137.

All Set To Ride!! 1990 Chevy pickup 1500 series, newly rebuilt engine, body in great shape, 4 new tires, black w/tan interior. $2300. Call 802-324-3113, Burlington area.

Awesome Subaru Outback 1996 AWD Outback, great in the winter, blue w/bike racks, new tires and brakes, 150 K. Moving must sell.

Asking $2200. 802-309-1419. bmw, 325 xi, 2001, AWD, sport wagon, all premium (w/auto). Tenacious grip, optimum traction, 37,300 miles. $21,700/OBRO, incl.

4 “new” winter. Just inspected.

802-863-4366. Clean title, carfaxed. Must sell!

Granddaughter moved to NYC asked me to sell her very nice Subaru Forester, AWD, 5-speed, manual, loaded, 79 K. $7300.

Grandpa Joe, 802-865-3387.

Great 99 Taurus Wagon! “Blue Whale” for sale! 1999 Taurus SE wagon w/full third seat and trailer hitch, 115 K well-maintained miles, new snow tires on it and summer tires incl. Just inspected (Oct.), extremely reliable and safe, w/more people/boat/ cargo capacity than a minivan.

Priced below book at $3300. Call 863-8189.

Great Snow Tires off my recently sold 2003 Subaru Forester.

Nokian 215/55 R 16 93 T. Less than 6000 miles. Call 518-7479259 or 802-644-2143.

Honda Accord 1992 2-door, auto, 177 K. Some rust, runs great, optional snow tires. $1400.

802-734-0005.

Motorcycles

For Sale

‘87 Suzuki DR100 Great bike!

Needs a little work, but not much.

Well cared for, looks great, stored in garage. Only $500. Please call 802-233-7616.

5 Pc Mapex Venus Kit Drumset incls. new pearl swivel hi-hat stand/single pedal, pearl boom stand, mesh heads, 2 cymbals, extra heads. $300. Call Mike, 863-4685 or email fredieb1@ yahoo.com.

Honda XR100 Dirt Bike Runs great, new rear tire, 5spd 4-stroke engine, looks new asking 600. obo. Please call 802-878-5704.

On the Water Pongo 120 Kayak package Alum. paddle, PSD, cockpit cover, Thule stacker. A1 condition. Best offer. 802-355-2817.

Recreational Vehicles Kawasaki Mojave 250cc Many new parts runs super fast and fun 5spd with clutch, 4-stroke engine. $600/OBO. Please call 802-878-5704.

Monte Carlo 1977 V8, auto, black w/red interior, rust free, 26 K. $8100. You will like my smooth ride and sexy body. Please call 802-864-5230.

Bands/ Musicians

Nissan Altima GXE 1998, 70,300 miles only, new tires, new AC condenser, new battery, new MP3/CD player, Sirius ready, PS, PB, PD, black. $4995. 802-373-1970.

Bass player Available for jazz or rock, much experience live & studio, pro gear. Electrobass55@ yahoo.com

2002 forest Nissan Xterra green Nissan Xterra, 3.3 liter, V6.

4WD, 76 K. In perfect condition.

Clear title, manual, power locks and windows, cruise control, tilt steering, AC and more. Great in the snow. NADA book $13,700, yours for $12,500. Evenings call 879-9678, daytime call 881-9080.

Ask for Jeremy.

Burlington-based alternative rock band w/over 30 original songs ready for you seeks bassist, guitarist and keyboard player. Call Dux at 802-578-2670.

NOKIAN SNOW TIRES- 15” 4 Hakkapeliitta studded snow tires, 235/75 R15, only about 1000 miles on them. $350. Four 60 lb. sand bags can be incl. 310-7763 after 6.

Lead guitarist for covers and originals. Influences: Tool, APC, STP. Heavy and melodic. Call Chris, 802-999-2474, leave message.

truck cap jeraco Fiberglass cap 60”x76” fits Toyota Tacoma, may fit other small trucks. Great shape, no holes or cracks. $425/ OBO. 802-563-2239.

VOLVO 1994 940 4 DR SEDAN 130K miles. 4 cylinder, auto trans. Well maintained and runs great (maintenance records available). Good tires. $2500/OBO. Ferrisburgh. 802-877-9289 between 8AM - 10PM.

Jackson DKMGT elec. guitar $370 cash only. Black, rosewood fingerboard, sharkfin inlays, EMGHz pickups, Jackson licensed double-locking Floyd. Near mint condition. Call 802-655-9479 6-9 p.m.

WANTED - DRUM KIT Semi-professional 5 piece drum kit. No cymbals needed. 578-6463.

Andy’s Mountain Music Affordable and accessible instruction in guitar, banjo, mandolin, kids lessons, “Bluegrass 101” workshops and more. References, home visits offered! Andy Greene, (802) 658-2462; guitboy75@hotmail. com. www.andysmountainmusic. com

NICE 4WD TRUCK! 2000 Nissan Frontier 4WD XE King cab, V6, auto., 77 K, w/ cap. Very clean.

AC, ABS, CD, power pkg., cruise, off-road pkg., alloy wheels, etc. $9K. 878-2281.

Ride Share offered From Burlington to Buffalo, NY. Leave 12/23, optional return 12/27.

Nick, 802-879-0231.

Ibanez RG350DX & Case $430 White Ibanez RG350DX electric guitar/w Ibanez Hardshell case.

MINT. Shark tooth inlays, wizard/ II neck, Floyd Rose, sounds great, NO fret buzzing. $430 cash. Call 802-655-9479(after 6pm).

Instruction

Mud and SNOW Tires Four Goodyear Weatherhandler, All Season Radials, 185 70R14, 50 K tires used for 10 K. $30 each or 4/$100. Great for Subaru! Call 864-0794.

One All Season Tire! Tire for sale! Excellent condition! $20 hardly used! One P205-70-15. Call 324-3113.

Art & Lutherie parlor guitar Sweet little guitar, hardly used.

Red color, goes for $200, selling for $100. Needs new strings, maybe a tress adjustment, that’s it. vnelson555@yahoo.com.

Drummer Wanted Drummer needed for original rock band - ‘70s influenced straight ahead rock trio. Songs are written and a demo tracked. Call 802-839-0112.

Let Hidden Drives, “the blues rock band of the millenium” rock your New Year’s Eve party. For bookings call Jay, 318-2380. metal vocalist wanted New local metal band needs vocalist.

Must be able to sing and be aggressive. Dynamics a must. Email fredieb1@yahoo.com or call Mike 863-4685.

Music booking/promo assist I’m looking to expand my experience/involvement in the music business industry in Burlington.

If your band is interested assistance w/booking/promo. Danielle, ef f ec t iveproduc t ion @ y ahoo. com, 609-558-6488.

DRUM LESSONS Energetic, professional drummer seeks students of all abilities for drum lessons.

About me: 27 yrs. old, 19 yrs. playing experience, Bachelor’s degree in Jazz/Commercial Music, extensive touring experience in US and Europe. A real working drummer offering a customized curriculum, competitive rates and real results! I’ll even come to you, so can learn on your own drums.

Refs. avail. Contact steve@ stevehadeka.com or call anytime 802-658-6205.

Guitar Instruction Berklee graduate w/classical background offers lessons in guitar, theory, and ear training. Individualized, step-by-step approach. I enjoy teaching all ages/styles/levels.

Rick Belford 864-7195, rickbelf@ verizon.net.

Guitar instruction All styles/ levels. Emphasis on developing strong technique, thorough musicianship, personal style. Paul Asbell (Unknown Blues Band, Kilimanjaro, UVM and Middlebury College Faculty) 862-7696, www. paulasbell.com.

PIANO LESSONS AVAILABLE Experienced teacher - working performer/musician - all styles - jazz/classical/pop/etc. - expert with beginners - simultaneous approaches as we start - reading/playing by ear/technique/ theory/learning favorite songs/ notating original songs - reasonable rates - both adults and kids - please call 651-7711.

Worldbeat/Reggae/R&B Band forming. Looking for drummer and vocalist. POBox1999@Hot mail.com.

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Auditions/ Casting Adult entertainment Producer looking for new talent or future productions. 802-862-1377.

Call to Artists Do you want your work to be seen? Visit www.BurlingtonCity Arts.com or call 802-865-7554 for info about our non-juried artist database. All work considered!

VAGABOND THEATRE! Seeking five actors/actresses for original & experimental theatre. Please e-mail vagabondvt@yahoo.com.

For Sale Got Succubus? Hauntingly profane and ethereal Vermont created artwork. Sublime, decadent, and assertive paintings for home or alternative play space. www.SuccubusArts.com. For info write Succubus@succubusarts. com.

ACT 250 MINOR APPLICATION 10 V.S.A. §§6001-6092 On November 14, 2006, Glenn & Eloise Martin, filed application #4C0237-6J for a project generally described as: the conversion of lots 7, 16 & 19 to single family residential use. The project is located on South Main Street in the Town of Jericho, Vermont.

The District 4 Environmental Commission will review this application under Act 250 Rule 51 - Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the Jericho Municipal Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission located at 30 Kimball Avenue, South Burlington, and the office listed below. The application and proposed permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www.nrb.state. vt.us/lup) by clicking on “District Commission Cases,” selecting “Entire Database,” and entering the case number above.

No hearing will be held unless, on or before December 12, 2006, a party notifies the District Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion. Any hearing request shall be in writing to the address below, shall state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status.

Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the District Commission must determine that substantive issues regarding a hearing have been raised. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing.

Should a hearing be held on this project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us

by December 12, 2006.

Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, adjoining property owners, other interested persons granted party status pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c). Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(5).

Dated in Essex Junction, Vermont, this 16th day of November 2006.

By Peter E. Keibel Natural Resources Board District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 T/ 802-879-5658 E/ peter.keibel@state.vt.us ACT 250 NOTICE APPLICATION AND HEARING #4C1019-2 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001-6092 On October 19, 2006, Village Associates filed application #4C1019-2 for a project described as the construction of 110 residential housing units and 5,600 sf. of commercial space. The project is located at Zephyr Lane in the Town of Williston. This project will be evaluated by the District 4 Environmental Commission in accordance with the 10 environmental criteria of 10 V.S.A. § 6086(a).

A public hearing is scheduled for December 12, 2006 at 8:30 A.M. at the Essex Junction District Office of the Agency of Natural Resources, 111 West Street, Essex Junction, Vermont. A site visit will be held before the hearing at 8:00 A.M. at the site. Directions to the site: Route 2A south left on Zephyr Lane proceed to the end of the road.

The following people or organizations may participate in the hearing for this project: 1. Statutory parties: The municipality, the municipal planning commission, the regional planning commission, any adjacent municipality, municipal planning commission or regional planning commission if the project lands are located on a town boundary, and affected state agencies.

2. Adjoining property owners: May participate to the extent they can demonstrate that the proposed project will have a direct effect on their properties under the ten criteria of Act 250 pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(1)(E).

3. Other persons: May participate to the extent they can demonstrate that they have with a particularized interest protected

by Act 250 that may be affected by an act or decision by District Commission pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(1)(E).

If you wish further information regarding participation in this hearing, please contact the District Coordinator at the address below before the date of the first hearing or prehearing. If you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify this office at least seven days prior to the above hearing date.

Copies of this application and plans for this project are available for inspection by members of the public during regular working hours at the Williston Offices, the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission Office, and the District #4 Environmental Office. The application can also be viewed at the Natural Resources Board web site: www.nrb.state. vt.us/lup by clicking on “District Commission Cases” and entering the case number above.

Dated at Essex Junction, Vermont this 14 day of November, 2006.

By Peter E. Keibel Natural Resources Board District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 T/ 802.879.5658 E/ peter.keibel@state.vt.us.

ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001-6092 On November 16, 2006, 222 Franklin, Inc. filed application #4C1075-4 for a project generally described as: The relocation of previously-approved buildings #19-28; the deletion of buildings #29 and 30; and the construction of two surface parking lots and parking along the project drive instead of construction of the previously-approved parking garage.

The Project is located off of Park Street in the Village of Essex Junction, Vermont.

The District 4 Environmental Commission will review this application under Act 250 Rule 51 - Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the Essex Junction Municipal Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission located at 30 Kimball Avenue, South Burlington, and the office listed below. The application and proposed permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www. nrb.state.vt.us/lup) by clicking on “District Commission Cases,” selecting “Entire Database,” and entering the case number above.

No hearing will be held unless, on or before Tuesday, December 12, 2006, a party notifies the District Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion.

Any hearing request shall be in writing to the address below, shall state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the District Commission must determine that substantive issues requiring a hearing have been raised. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing.

Should a hearing be held on this project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us

by Tuesday, December 12, 2006.

Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, adjoining property owners, other interested persons granted party status pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6085 (c). Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(5).

Dated in Essex Junction, Vermont this 17 day of November 2006.

By Stephanie H. Monaghan Natural Resources Board District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 T/ 802-879-5662 E/ stephanie.monaghan@state. vt.us PUBLIC HEARING SOUTH BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD The South Burlington Development Review Board will hold a public hearing at the South Burlington City Hall Conference Room, 575 Dorset Street, South Burlington, Vermont on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at 7:30 P.M. to consider the following: 1. Appeal #AO-06-05 of Technology Park Associates, Inc., appealing determination by the Administrative Officer dated Nov. 14, 2006 that the Cynosure, Inc. subdivision, so-called, approved on April 4, 1995 expired on April 4, 1998, Community Drive.

John Dinklage, Chairman South Burlington Development Review Board Copies of the applications are available for public inspection at the South Burlington City Hall.

November 29, 2006

FERNANDO Fernando is my name and playfulness is my game! I am a handsome guy who is a 4-year-old short haired neutered male brown tiger and white cat. I would love to find a family with kids of all ages who will enjoy engaging in fun play sessions and who are appreciative of a cat's nocturnal nature. I get along with other cats and with cat-savvy dogs. How 'bout it?

Ready to PLAY?!

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 (tollfree) or from outside of Vermont, 802-652-4636.

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SHYNESS AND SOCIAL ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP: Practice new social skills and improve confidence in a supportive and professional setting. Contact Celeste Ames at the Center for Anxiety Disorders, 802-365-3450 ext. 354 or email shynomoreprogram@yahoo.com.

SQUEAKY WHEELS, RUSTY HINGES: Focus groups meets at the Branon’s Pool in St. Albans for socialization, maintaining, wellbeing, improving performance of daily activities by managing aches through sharing experiences and workout in the warm water. Meeting is free, one hour pool pass, swimsuit, required.

732-718-2613.

MEN’S GROUP FORMING: To read and discuss Warrin Farrills groundbreaking best selling book “The Myth of Male Power”. 802-3430910.

SEPARATED BY ADOPTION?: Concerned United Birthparents, Inc. (CUB) announces local peer support group meeting in Burlington.

CUB meetings offer a safe, confidential, and nurturing environment to explore personal experiences related to adoption, relinquishment, search and reunion (or rejection). For those of us who have felt isolated, it is a tremendous relief to communicate with others who understand our experience. 3rd Tuesday of the month 6-7 PM. Unitarian Universalist Church on Pearl St., top of Church St., Burlington.

Free. Contact Judy, region1dir@ cubirthparents.org, 800-822-2777 ext. 1, www.CUBirthparents.org.

60+ SUPPORT GROUP: Small, ongoing, weekly support group to share stories about growing older.

For men and women 60 and over.

We have fun! Tuesdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Contact Barbara Kester at 657-3668.

MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE/DYSAUTONOMIA: Group forming for information sharing purposes. Please call 863-3153.

Humane Society of Chittenden County

Visit me at HSCC, 142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, Tuesday through Friday, from 1 to 6 pm, or Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. 862-0135.

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RAINWATER CENTER FOR HIGHER AWARENESS: At the Euro Cafe, Main St. Burlington, for inspirational movies, discussions and meditations on the spiritual path however one defines it and speakers including various healing practices to life coaching to spiritual leaders. Develop a deeper connection to your inner spiritual and personal growth. Join us every other Tuesday, 7 p.m. for these free events.

Call Alex at 802-233-0046, alex@ rainwatercenter.com or visit website www.rainwatercenter.com.

MEN’S GROUP FORMING: Based on the work of David Deida, Core Energetics, and other awareness practices. The intention of the group is to serve members into being the most extraordinary men that they can be. It is for men who are who are dying to penetrate every bit of the world with their courage, their presence, their unbridled passion and relentless love, and their deepest burning, bubbling, brilliant desire. The group will function as a means for men to support each other and serve the greater good.

We will be working with spiritual practices, the mind and body, and taking on our lives with the utmost integrity, impeccability and openness. The group is not a new age group, nor is it a group dedicated to therapy. Info, email zach@ handelgroup.com or call 917-8871276.

SMART RECOVERY a cognitive behavioral “recovery” program directed at various forms of “addiction” which may be either behavioral or substance based.

Meeting on WEDNESDAY, 6 p.m., 82 South Winooski Avenue (above the City Market), Burlington, Vt. For information call Bob at 425-4058 or email BobC2me@msn.com.

Survivors of Suicide (SOS): Have you experienced the impact of a loved one’s suicide? Please consider joining us. The Burlington support group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 152 Pearl St. Burlington. The meeting will be in the Susan B. Anthony Room, which is on the second floor at the back end of the building. This is not a therapy group; this is a support group. There is no fee. Please contact Cory Goud, M.A., PsychologistMaster, 802-223-4111.

GIRL’S NIGHT OUT: Fun support group for single women, discussions, weekly activities (cooking, dancing, rock climbing...), childcare solutions. A great alternative to dating! Email horizons4u@hotmail.com.

DEBTORS ANON: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with money and debt? We can help.

Mondays, 7-8 p.m. First Methodist Church. Contact Brenda, 338-1170 or Cameron, 363-3747.

OVEREATERS ANON: 12-step recovery group. Is what you’re eating, eating you? Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m.

First Congregational Church, Rt. 15, Essex Jct. Contact 863-2655 for more info.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: A group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to be a member. The only requirement is a desire to stop using. For meeting info, call 802862-4516 or visit www.together. net/cvana.

SUPPORT GROUP for Ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses. A group for people who have left or are thinking about leaving Jehovah’s Witnesses, you’re not alone. Angela, 598-2469.

FIBROMYALGIA: Do you experience it? Would you like to be part of a support group? Contact: tobias25vt@yahoo.com or call 864-2613 box 423 to leave message.

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 or Denise at 223-257.

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.

CONCERNED UNITED BIRTHPARENTS: A group offering support if you have lost a child to adoption or are in reunion or have yet to begin your search. 802-849-2244.

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.

HEPATITIS C SUPPORT GROUP: Second Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30. Community Health Center, second floor, 617 Riverside Ave., Burlington 802-355-8936.

SAVINGS SUPPORT GROUP for all low to moderate-income Vermonters who wish to have support around saving, budgeting, managing or investing money. Call Diane at 802-860-1417 x104 for information.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, Big book text, Mondays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous, Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Suvivors of Incest Anonymous, Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Al-Anon Family Group, Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

“I Love Me”, an educational support group on self care for suvivors of domestic and/or sexual violence.

Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m. Call AWARE, 802-472-6463, 88 High Street, Hardwick.

Open 24/7/365.

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www.sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] AUTISM SUPPORT DAILY: Free support group for parents of children with autism. 600 Blair Park Road, Suite 240, Williston. 1st Monday of each month, 7-9 p.m. Call Lynn, 802-660-7240, or visit us at http://www.AutismSupportDaily. com for more info.

ARE YOU A CLOSET SINGER? Do you have a good voice (haven’t made the dogs howl) but are afraid of fainting in public while performing? Join a group to support, sing and perform in an intimate setting.

802-893-1819.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier daytime support group meets first and third Thursday of the month at the Unitarian Church “ramp entrance” from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Call helpline at 1877-856-1772.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier evening support group meets the first Tuesday of each month at Vermont Protection and Advocacy, 141 Main St. suite 7 in conference room #2 from 6-8 p.m. Call our helpline at 1877-856-1772.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: St. Albans evening support group meets the second Monday of each month at Northwestern Medical Center, 133 Fairfield Street from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call our helpline at 1-877-856-1772.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Bennington day support group meets the first Friday of the month at Second Congregational Church, Hillside Street from 1-2 p.m. Call helpline at 1-877-8561772.

OCD SUPPORT GROUP/THERAPY GROUP: Come share your experience, get support from those who have been there, learn about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and how to reduce its symptoms. Therapist facilitated. Weekly meetings, 802-343-8114.

NW VT GAY AND LESBIAN Foster and Adoptive Parent Support Group: 6-8 p.m. The third Thursday of each month, starting October 20 through May, 2006. Casey Family Services, 46 Main St., Winooski.

AUTISM: Free support group for parents and caregivers of children with ASD. Montpelier, 2nd Sunday of the month, 3-5 p.m. at the Family Center. Call Jessica, 249-7961 for child care inquires. More info, www.aaware.org.

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE and Dementia support group. Held the last Tuesday of every month at Birchwood Terrace, Burlington.

Info, contact Stefanie Catella, 863-6384.

WEEKLY SMOKING CESSATION support group: Small groups. Caring atmosphere. Stop smoking in just 21 days using natural, proven, safe methods. No unhealthy drugs.

Call 264-1924.

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WEEKLY WEIGHT-LOSS support group: Small groups. Caring atmosphere. Get great results using natural, proven, safe methods. No unhealthy dieting. Call 264-1924.

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.

PARENTING GROUP: 6-week group for people parenting children of all ages now forming. Please call RiverValley Associates for more information. 651-7520.

HAIR PULLERS SUPPORT GROUP: The Vermont TTM Support Group is a new support group for adult pullers (18+) affected by trichotillomania (chronic hair pulling) as well as parents of pullers. This will be a supportive, safe, comfortable and confidential environment. Meets on the 4th Monday of every month, 67:30 p.m. There will be no meeting 12/25. First Unitarian Universalist Society, 152 Pearl St., Burlington. Info, 453-3688 or vermont_ttmoutreach@yahoo.com.

DEPERSONALIZATION AND DEREALIZATION: If you suffer from either of these trance states, please call Todd, 864-4285.

THE CHAMPLAIN VALLEY EAST CHAPTER of the Compassionate Friends meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at the Christ Church Presbyterian, 400 Redstone Campus, UVM. Info, 4825319. The meetings are for parents, grandparents and adult siblings who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause.

DIABETES EDUCATION and Support Group of Chittenden County meets the third Thursday of every month at the Williston Federated Church, 6:30-8 p.m. We often have guest speakers. Info, 847-2278.

CHADD is a support organization for children and adults with AD/ HD. Every second Wednesday of the month. Champlain College, Global Technology Building, Maple St., Room 217, Burlington, VT. MOOD DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP: Every Monday, 4:30-6 p.m.

Pastor United Church. Info, contact Lorraine, 485-4934.

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, www.

VTPFAC.com or call 802-373-0351.

MIXED GENDER COMING OUT SUPPORT GROUP: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Co-facilitated by supportive peers and mentalhealth professionals and open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning adults age 23 and up. Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?.

TRANS SOCIAL AND SUPPORT GROUP: First Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

Looking for peer support among other transgendered folks? Need a safe space to relax and be yourself? Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meeting, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski. Sundays, 6 p.m. weigh-in, 6:30-7:30 p.m. meeting.

Info, call Fred or Bennye, 655-3317 or Patricia, 658-6904.

INTERESTED IN WRITING for children? Support and critique group meets monthly. Call Anne, 8616000 or anne@booksbyme.us.

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.together.net/~cvana.

Held in Burlington, South Burlington and Colchester. For more information, call 860-8388 or toll-free, 1-866-972-5266.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE: Support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Holiday Inn in South Burlington, (1068 Williston Rd.), from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Cory Gould, 223-4111 or cgould1136@earthlink.net. Sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-VT. SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with sex or relationships? We can help. Sunday meetings, 7-8:30 p.m. Men call Sandy, 863-5708. Women call Chris (F), 802-793-1774.

SMOKING CESSATION GROUP: Willing to kick the habit? This free, five-week program helps quitters to follow through. Community Health Center of Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-6309.

DOES YOUR PARTNER/SPOUSE HAVE AD/HD (Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder)? Support group meets every other week in Burlington to share experiences, challenges, laughs, resources. Want more information? Write addpartner@yahoo.com.

WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE: A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 767-6092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds.

DECLUTTER’S SUPPORT GROUP: Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming?

Maybe 2 or 3 of us can get together to help each simplify. 453-3612.

PARENTS TOGETHER: Support group will be meeting in Rutland on Monday evenings. Snacks and child care provided. All groups are free and confidential. Please call 1-800-CHILDREN for more information.

WOMEN CHANGING: A continuous educational support group for women who are interested in changing patterns in their lives.

Wednesdays-ongoing. 12:30-2 p.m.

Call Angie at AWARE in Hardwick, 472-6463.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Battered Women’s Services and Shelter of Washington County. Please call 1877-543-9498 for more info.

AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS: Join our support group where the focus is on living, not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport and its healthgiving, life-affirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Linda at 802-434-4423 or email: dragonheartvermont@ gmavt.net or go to: www.dragon heartvermont.org.

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 or atblythel@aol.com.

OLDER WOMEN EXERCISING TOGETHER: For motivation to do what’s necessary. Call Anne, 8616000.

ALS (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) monthly support group: For patients, caregivers and loved ones who are living or have lived with ALS. Third Thursday of the month, 1-3 p.m. Jim’s House, 1266 Creamery Rd., Williston. Info and directions, 802-862-8882 or vt@alsanne.org.

AL-ANON: Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the AWARE office, 88 High St., Hardwick. Info, 472-6463.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION of Vermont: Daytime support group meets the second Thursday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in Colchester, from 12-2 p.m. For more info, contact Polly Erickson at 847-6941.

METHADONE ANONYMOUS: A medication-assisted recovery support group. Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. The Alano Club. Directions: Rt. 15 Fort Ethan Allen entrance, Barnes Ave., third right on to Hegeman Ave., #74 on left. All are welcome.

HARD-OF-HEARING support group: I’m starting a support group for adults who have a hearing loss that affects the quality of their work/family/social life. Let’s share personal experiences and knowledge of hearing-aid technology.

Marlene, 999-8005.

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No pets means no pets! Even if you call it a service or support animal. The rule is still no pets!

If a landlord has said these words, you may have been discriminated against. Vermont’s Fair Housing laws protect people from illegal discrimination based on their race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, because you have minor children or because you receive public assistance (Welfare, SSI, Section 8).

If you believe that you have been discriminated against, you should call: Vermont Human Rights Commission (800) 416-2010 Voice/TDD (802) 828-2480 Voice/TDD

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Charming Village Home 2bedroom/1-bath bungalow on a dead-end street, amazing neighborhood. Large livingroom, renovated bath w/subway tile and pedestal sink, large fenced yard.

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Duplex - Open House 12/3 65 Maple Street, Winooski. Renovated/updated duplex. 2000 sq. ft.

2 units. Great porches, Many updates! See www.65maple.com for info! $292,000, w/2% buyer’s realtor commission. 802-793-5321, email seller@65maple.com.

For Rent « support groups SKINNYDIPPERS UNITE! Visit Vermont Au Naturel. Join other naturists and like-minded people for support, discussions and more! www.vermontaunaturel.com.

PARENTS TOGETHER support groups: Would you like to talk and share ideas with other parents about the joys and challenges of children? Support groups for all parents. Desireah, 796-3119.

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.

NONCUSTODIAL SUPPORT group for parents. Contact Bill Bagdon, 434-6495.

ARE YOU UNABLE TO get out of debt? Do you spend more than you earn? Is it a problem for you?

Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous.

Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m. First United Methodist Church, North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Contact Valerie P. at 233-8808.

For Sale BURLINGTON 2 3-BDRM Condos Two modern, 3-bedroom condos, 1100 sq. ft. each, private entrances. $199,900 each. Listed on the Vermont State Historic Register, 241 North Willard Street has been transformed into a modern beauty while still preserving its historic charm. It’s been redesigned, renovated, repaired, repainted, restored where possible, and modernized with new kitchens with stainless steel appliances; new bathrooms, lighting fixtures, washer/dryer units, and more. Secure storage. Off-street parking. Close to UVM, the Medical Center, Downtown; an easy ride to St. Michaels College. 802425-3551, 802-318-2708, www.

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CASTLE FOR SALE in VT’s NE Kingdom!! 3000 square feet includes lovely architectural details.

Twenty acres with outbuildings, courtyard, airstrip, trout-stocked pond. Furnishings negotiable.

Nearby ski and golf. $795K. Contact owners: 802-754-2057 or email skysport@sover.net.

$225/mo. ! Buy 2-bedroom home!

4% down, 30 years at 8.5% APR! For listings 800-586-3762 ext. g808.

1 bdrm apt in St. Albans 1bedroom apt. avail. now in St. Albans. Walk-in closet in bedroom.

Many windows. New appliances in kitchen. Free wireless Internet.

Private entrance. Off-street parking. $750/mo. 802-233-6853.

1 Bedroom Apartment 1 bathroom quiet house off street parking laundry. Available now. Utilities included $750/month.

1BR Burlington Hill Sect’n 236 S. Union. HW, EIK w/bkfst nook, laundry, parking. 750 sq. ft. Nice pets OK. NS. $1100/mo. + utils. Avail. 1/01. Call 879-9440.

2 bdrm lakefront home South Hero: Fully furnished w/efficient monitor heat, stackable W/D, pet OK. All utils. incl. $1200/mo. Call 372-8928.

Bedroom Condo-Burlington 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath, off-street parking. Avail. NOW. Laundry. Incls. heat. $1075/mo.

802-865-2733.

ELMWOOD HOMES

TWO BRAND NEW single family homes in St. Albans City.

2-bed, 1-bath Capes with a full unfinished basement and an unfinished second level with approx. 1,053 finished sq. feet (2,703 total sq. feet). The site is a 1/3 acre lot in the heart of St. Albans with easy access to both Route 7 and I-89. Heat is efficient gas-fired hot water.

Purchase Price: $192,000-$198,000 Grant for income-eligible buyers: $38,400-$39,600 Mortgage Amount: $153,600-$158,400

CASTLE FOR SALE In VT's NE Kingdom!!

3000 sq. ft. incls. lovely architectural details.

Twenty acres with outbuildings, courtyard, airstrip, trout-stocked pond. Furnishings neg.

Nearby ski and golf. $795K. Contact owners: 802-754-2057 or email: skysport@sover.net.

Burlington Avail. 12/01, 1bedroom, 2nd floor, gas heat and hot water. Brookes Ave. $850/mo. +. Parking. 658-3600.

Burlington Avail. 12/01. 19 George St., small 2-bedroom, 2nd floor, gas utils. $750/mo. + utils.

Please call 802-658-3600.

2-bedroom apt.

Burlington Off-street winter parking, private yard, porch, recent renovations.

W/in one mile of downtown, waterfront and the University. $1000/mo. + utils. 802-999-9861.

Burlington 3-bedroom, heat and hot water. incl. $1300/mo.

Avail. now. 802-425-2678 or 802-338-2335.

Burlington 204 South Union St. Luxury condo. 3-bedroom, 3-bath, 3 fireplaces, AC, central vac, laundry, parking. $1800/mo. or lease to purchase. 802-879-4369.

Burlington 3-bedroom in quiet South End neighborhood. NS. Gas heat. W/D hookups. Nice yard. Parking. $1500/mo. Dep., refs. Avail. now. Call 434-4005 or 233-7006.

Burlington 1-bedroom, heated, central, clean, no pets, no parking, quiet house. $650/mo. + dep.

Refs., credit check. 802-899-2469 by apointment.

Burlington 1-bedroom apt. at 285 North St. Immed. avail. $785/ mo. incls. electric/hot water/partial heat/off-street parking. Email jeffenoyes@aol.com for appt.

Burlington 2-bedroom, 2nd floor, 107 King St. New appliances. Partial lake views. Linoleum, carpet and wood floors. $1200/mo. Call 802-862-1611 or 802-373-7952.

Burlington Fabulous 1-bedroom, corner of College and Church. Hdwd. A must see. $1600/mo. Call 802-862-1611 or 802-373-7952.

Burlington 398 St. Paul Street, large 2-bedroom. New kitchen and bath. Porch, parking. NS/dogs. $900/mo. + utils. Avail. now.

802-425-3158.

BURLINGTON Great 2-bedroom Riverwatch townhouse avail.

1/01. Mins. from FAHC & UVM. 1bath, laundry, balcony and swimming pool in summer. Rent incls. heat. $1275/mo. 802-578-3039.

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Available 2/07. 802-655-1810 or www.keenscrossing.com.

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4 Bedroom Colchester House Large sunny 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, clean duplex, large fenced- in backyard w/patio. 5 mins. to downtown, large kitchen w/gas stove, garage, laundry, sun room, gas heat, plowing. Pet maybe!

Avail. 11/01. $1650/mo. Call 655-6371. Leave message.

BURLINGTON: Two modern, 3-bedroom condos, 1100 sq. ft. each, private entrances. $199,900 each. Listed on the Vermont State Historic Register, 241 North Willard Street has been transformed into a modern beauty while still preserving its historic charm. It's been redesigned, renovated, repaired, repainted, restored where possible, and modernized with new kitchens with stainless steel appliances; new bathrooms, lighting fixtures, washer/dryer units, and more. Secure storage. Off-street parking. Close to UVM, the Medical Center, Downtown; an easy ride to St. Michaels College. 802-318-1601 or www.SoloVermontHomes.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER:

25 words + photo, $35/week or $60/2 weeks.

PHONE: 802-864-5684 Burlington 1-bedroom, great deal for the right person. Large, spotless, sunny. Off-street parking. Hdwd, large back yard. $650/mo. utils. incl. Call JP, 802-310-4611.

BURLINGTON 2-bedroom avail.

1/1/07. Very nice, bright, clean, safe, backyard, close to UVM and hospitals, W/D, D/W, parking. All utils. incl. $1390/mo. 802-6580119 or apt@vt18.com.

Burlington 3-bedroom apt., large bath, spacious floor plan, great location, gas heat, no pets, on-site laundry facility. $1050/ mo. Currently avail. No pets.

Please call 802-864-9966.

Burlington Reliable roommate wanted for 2-bedroom apt. NS/pets/drugs. Close to FAHC. $500/mo. everything incl.

802-373-1360.

BURLINGTON South Willard and Maple St. 1-bedroom, 3rd floor walk up, hdwd, views, character and charm. $775/mo. heated.

DOWNTOWN: small 1-bedroom, $635/mo. heated, or 2 and 3-bedroom apts. $950, $1150, $1300/ mo. Modern triplex, 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo, $1400/mo. +.

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www.sevendaysvt.com [click on classifieds] WINOOSKI: 2-bedroom cottage, fresh and clean. $975/mo. +. All avail. now! No dogs. Lease, dep.

860-4641. bURLINGTON Renovated studio in the Old North End. Hdwd floors, french doors, porch, off-street parking. Avail. 1/01. $675/mo. + utils. NS/dogs. 802-425-3158.

Burlington 22 Orchard Terrace.

3-bedroom, 1.5-bath, full kitchen, parking. $1400/mo. trash and water incl. 802-318-3230.

Burlington 7-bedroom house avail. for 6/01. Located on Hickok Place. Parking for 6 cars. Hdwd, carpet. 2 full baths, eat in kitchen, economical gas heat, W/D. This is not a party house! $4000/ mo. + utils. jasp_1@hotmail.com, 802-324-6593.

Burlington 1 BR Cozy 1BR, Hill section near UVM and Champlain.

Hardwood floors, tub, cheap utilities, carport, shared yard. $695/ mo. no pets/ smoking. 802-3246593 Pete.

Burlington 2 BDRM Close to town. Off-street parking. Hdwd.

Pets OK. Lots of closet space.

Avail. 1/01. $950/mo. Call 802-355-5244.

Burlington Hill Section 2bedroom Burlington Hill section apt. Quiet, private back yard.

Laundry hook-up and garage! $1200/mo. Call Steve Donahue @ 802-324-0937.

Burlington, Shelburne St Avail. now. 1-bedroom. $675/mo.

1st floor. Parking. No dogs. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-6603481 x 1021, www.nevilleco. com/residence.

Burlington: Convenient! No. Avenue. Light 2-bedroom, 1-bath, new carpeting, new W/D, low utils., parking. NP/NS. Dec. 1-6/30/07 OR 1 year. $1000/mo. 846-9568. www.

HickokandBoardman.com.

BURLINGTON: South End, 2BD Bright, completely remodeled, nice neighborhood. W/D, offstreet parking, front & back porch, pet friendly! $1100/mo. +. Avail.

1/01. 864-9153.

Charlotte Large studio apt. Very private. Beautiful lake views. $595/ mo. incls. all. 802-425-4087.

Charlotte - 2 bdrm/2 bath Apt. in duplex off Spear St. Quiet, large yard, scenic. $900/mo. + utils. Propane heat. Pets neg.

862-1148 x102.

Charlotte House 1-bedroom + office. H/W floors, efficient kerosene heat, open floor plan. Private w/ large yard and mountain views. $1200/mo + utils. 8621148 x102.

Fabulous Townhouse 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhouse. Incls.

W/D, D/W, cable access, pool, tennis, trash and snow removal, parking. Walk to Oakledge Park.

Avail. now. $1150/mo. + utils.

355-7914.

Fairfax/Fairfield house 3bedroom, 2-bath modern country house + 14 acres. Huge rooms.

Brook, views. Pets. Central gas heat/wood option. Avail. 12/01. $1050/mo. + utils. Call 849-9812.

Furnished House for Rent Furnished house in Stowe: 3-bedroom, 2-bath house in great location. Fireplace, W/D, new carpets, lots of room. $1600/mo. + utils. and sec. dep. Pets OK w/additional deposit. Will offer unfurnished for $1200/mo. (Also available for winter season, call to inquire) NS. Call 802-343-2102 or email david cone@adelphia.net.

Huntington Ctr. duplex Beautiful 3-bedroom duplex on the Main Rd. in Huntington Ctr. W/D incl. $1000/mo. Sec. dep. req.

Call 434-3189.

LAKEFRONT HOME FOR RENT MILTON: Unfurnished home with 3-bedroom, 2 full baths. Private beach, garage. NS/pets. Yearround tenant preferred. $1500/ mo. + utils. 802-865-3141.

Montpelier Large 1-bedroom, 3season porch, off-street parking, newly renovated. Avail. 11/20.

NS. $750/mo. + utils. If interested, call France 310-1147 or Marc 310-4205.

Richmond Renovated Victorian duplex/townhouse, large 2-bedroom w/open study, kitchen, hdwd floors in LR and DR. W/D, porches, back yard, quiet village location. 15 mins. to Burlington. $950/mo. 802-373-1211. See pictures at www.7dspot.com.

Richmond: 2-bedroom, $880/ mo. heat incl. Second floor, W/D hookups. First, last and dep. 1 year lease. NS/pets. 25 mins. to Burlington. 802-434-4009.

Rooms For Rent Behind Waterman Hall, UVM $525/mo. Incls. all utils. and parking. Incredible location. Sedate environment! cjcc@vt18.com.

S. BURL. - Treetop Condo 2bedroom, 1st floor, propane heat, carport, pool, tennis courts. NS/ pets. Near shopping, airport, dining, schools, FAHC, schools, colleges. $1000/mo. 802-434-3749.

Colchester Large 1-bedroom apt. in historic Colchester Village. Excellent condition. Attic/ barn storage. NS/pets. $750/mo. + utils. 802-372-5402.

Essex Jct. 3-bedroom, $1000/ mo. Village center near busline, IBM. New carpet, W/D in unit. NS, cat OK, gardening possible. Call Lori or Abdel at 802-999-6368.

Essex Jct: Fairview Farms!

Great Colonial, 3-bedroom + office, 2.5-bath, new stainless steel appliances, master bath, 2 car garage, 2092 SF. $1850/mo. Small dogs/neg. 802-846-9568; www.

HickokandBoardman.com.

Essex Junction Avail. 1/01 large 1-bedroom, full bath, open kitchen, dining, living, second story, deck, NS, pets possible, parking. $950/mo. incls. utils. stefanie@affiliatedassoc.com or 802-861-2900.

South Burlington 2-bedroom apt. Quiet neighborhood, close to everything. $950/mo. + util.

Avail. 12/01. Recently renovated.

W/D hookups. 2 porches. Pets OK. 865-0485, evenings.

South BUrlington $1000/ mo. 2-bedroom condo. Very nice, clean and bright. Close to everything! Recent upgrades. Parking for two cars. Cats OK. Water/trash and snow removal incl. Sec. dep., credit/ref. Please call 651-9000 or email agoldberg@vtelderlaw.com for more info.

South Burlington Beautifully maintained Twin Oaks condo. Second floor, end unit. New carpet, paint, windows. Mint condition!

Carport, pool. Gas heat. $1050/mo.

NS/pets. 893-3507 or 373-9999.

South BUrlington Farrell St., newly constructed 2-bedroom condo, 2-bath, underground parking, fitness room, washer/dryer, heat included, secure access, no pets, close to interstate, $1400/ mo. Call Coburn & Feeley 8645200 ext. 229.

NOW LEASING FOR EARLY 2007 OCCUPANCY Where Luxury Apartments Meet Downtown Living.

Be part of a brand new and vibrant neighborhood in Winooski Falls! Live just minutes— perhaps mere steps—away from your favorite local places: the riverwalk, Lake Champlain, colleges, 100-acre natural area, and more.

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south burlington condo Quiet 2-level, 2-bath, remodeled top to bottom. Avail. 1/01. Carport, walkup attic, W/D, NS/pets. $1100/mo. Cindy, 658-2210.

ON-SITE FITNESS CENTER PRIVATE INDOOR PARKING AVAILABLE BUS SERVICE/PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION EVERY 15 MINUTES

St. Albans House/garage w/ dryer, weight room. Wood/oil comb. heat. 3/4 mi. to I-89 in St.Albans, 23 mi. to Burlington, avail. now. $1250/mo. + utils.

Snow removal incl. First & last dep. 802-782-9522.

ST. ALBANS APT FOR RENT Huge 3-bedroom, St. Albans City. NS/ pets. Off-street parking,W/D hookups, basement access, huge yard. $1000/mo. + split utils. w/ landlord. Contact 802-999-8286 OR 802-338-0411.

Through an innovative financing program, Keen’s Crossing offers gracious living at a variety of rent levels. In addition to market rate rentals, there is a selection of affordable apartment homes offered under the Federal Tax Credit Program for applicants who meet certain income guidelines.

Stowe 2-bedroom apt. $650/mo.

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EastFIELD FaIrFax Beautiful condominiums are currently under construction at a great location in Fairfax. Each condo features approximately 1,500 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms plus den, 2.5 baths, garage, and full basement.

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Clean One-bedroom Clean, 1bedroom, hdwd, on-site free laundry, off-street parking, gas heat.

Close to FAHC. Partially furnished available. Cats OK. $750/mo. + util. 802-233-1207.

Colchester Malletts Bay. Cozy, cute, clean 1-bedroom house. Near parks and beach. Gas heat, parking. W/D. 5 years old. $900/mo.

802-893-3507 or 802-373-9999.

Shelburne 2-bedroom house, 1/5-bath, 950 sq. ft., lake views. No dogs. $1500/mo. + heat + sec. 802-985-9218.

Shelburne garage & beach Shelburne 2-bedroom house near Town Beach, $1250/mo. + utils., garage, pets OK, no W/D or DW. Sec. dep., small, charming, excellent shape, dead-end road. Avail.

12/15. cdavis@fodas.org.

So. Burl: 2 Yr Old Condo!

Eldredge St. Built in 2005, 2bedroom, 2-bath, W/D, walk-in closet, walk-in pantry, balcony.

Incls. heat, AC, trash & more! $1500/mo. 802-846-9568, www.

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Purchase Price $210,000 Grant for income-eligible buyers $49,300 Mortgage Amount: $160,700

Shelburne Avail. now, 1-bedroom, 2nd floor, parking, laundry $750/mo. heat & hot water incl.

Please call 658-3600.

Shelburne 3-bedroom, 1-bath, first floor duplex apt. Incls. heat and elec. No dogs. $1300/mo. + sec. 802-985-9218.

Starksboro Cozy 2-bedroom apt. Many upgrades, incl. new windows and paint. Plenty of parking. Coin-op W/D onsite.

Large garden. Water, hot water, garbage and snow removal incl. $780/mo. No dogs. Please call before 9 p.m., 802-453-3273.

Winooski 3-bedroom, gashot air heat, off-street parking.

Lease, dep., application. $975/ mo. + utils. 652-9099, anytime.

Winooski 2-bedroom duplex.

Newly renovated. Off-street parking. Private yard, on busline, close to parks and schools. $950/ mo. includes heat. Avail. 12/01.

802-655-1292.

Winooski 2-bedroom, W/D, offstreet parking, quiet neighborhood, pets neg. N/S. $1000/mo.

Avail. 12/01. 655-9838.

nnn%^\kX_fd\%fi^ St. Albans City Only 30 mins. to Burlington. Two 3-bedroom duplexes. Both have large yard, private porch, garge, W/D hookups. $1000/mo. 2-bedroom, private porch, large yard, garage, W/D hookups. $800/mo.

802-527-3751.

Williston: Farmhouse 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 2100 SF. Many improvements, newer appliances, 2 car garage/barn. Newer furnace & windows = efficient heating.

11/01; 6 months $1350/month.

802-846-9568; www.HickokandBoardman.com.

Winooski 3-bedroom, quiet, side st. Convenient to interstate/ university/downtown Burlington.

Parking avail. $1150/mo. Heat and hot water incl. Also 1-bedroom, W/D, $750/mo. 802-862-1850.

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9:55:46 AM Underhill 3 11/28/06 bedroom Duplex 2-bath, W/D hookup. Quiet setting.

Avail. early December. $1200/mo. incls. heat. 802-899-2304.

Waterbury 2-bedroom, 1000 sq. ft. D/W, disposal, microwave, W/D, hdwd, garage space. Incls. plowing, trash removal, water and sewer. Asking $950/mo. + heat and elec. Dep. Min. 6 mo. lease.

802-244-7925.

Winooski Avail. now, nice 3bedroom, 2-bath, enclosed porch, hookups, yard. $1300/mo. + utils.

Please call 658-3600.

Winooski 3-bedroom, 1-bath.

NS. Cats only. 2 car parking. Free laundry. Avail. 1/01. $1000/mo. + utils. 802-318-0029.

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HW incl. Parking. No dogs. Neville Companies, Inc. 802-6603481 x 1021, www.nevilleco. com/residence.

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room newly refurbished apartment. Cable, Internet, Washer/ dryer, offstreet parking. Rent is $600 + Utilities. Call Melissa 570-561-436.7

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Avail. 12/18. Prof. pref. Call 660immed. NS. Light kitchen privi7172 or 598-7423. leges. Parking. Prof. pref. $475/ Burlington Responsible individual to share 3-bedroom house w/two sober individuals. Quiet neighborhood, ND/ND/NS. $450/ mo. + 1/3 utils. + dep. Avail.

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BURLINGTON Roommate needed beginning 12/01. Yr. lease. 416 South Willard St. Cozy, bright apt. w/great back yard and garage. $625/mo. + utils. Young prof./ grad student preferred. Contact Steve Donahue at SDonahue@ vermontrealestate.com.

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South Burlington 27 yr old female wants roommate to share 2-bedroom. Only $250/mo. + utils.! Off street parking, Internet and laundry incl. Call Ashley 862-2545.

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Riverwatch condos. Cat-friendly, Williston Share entire house, pool, garage. $509/mo., heat and you get two private bedrooms, water incl. 781-424-1442. in a country setting w/two roomSubletter Wanted Beginning mates. 5 mins. to Taft Corners.

1/01. One room in two bedroom W/D, D/W. $575/mo. + 1/3 utils. apt. 348 College St. Great loca802-999-8109. tion! $575/mo. + electricity. Call Williston Looking for a room860-304-7324 or email kapish25@ mate to share 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath hotmail.com. house w/swimming pool. $525/ mo. Avail. now. 802-399-8696.

Winooski Quiet person to share 2-bedroom apt. Gay friendly, drug- free environment. $325/mo. + utils. Call 802-655-1118.

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Burlington Intl Airport (BTV) Full and Part-Time Airport Sales Agents Health and Welfare Benefits Enhanced 401K Plan • Paid Training Competitive Wages • Travel Privileges Please apply on-line at www.expressjet.com

Please call 863-2331.

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Children, Youth & Family Services Behavioral Interventionist, School Based (ACES/TAPAS) ACES and TAPAS are process-oriented, strength-based behavioral programs, which provide supports to students participating in an educational program provided by their local school.

The programs serve students who are experiencing serious emotional disturbances. ACES and TAPAS are creative, flexible programs tailoring themselves to design individualized programs based on the unique needs of each student referred. We are looking for staff to provide direct supervision and implement behavioral programming and counseling in social, recreational and daily living skills. BA in human services, education or psychology preferred.

Behavioral Interventionists Micro Residential (Crescent, ODIN, Evergreen, Skyline) Staff in Micro Residential Homes implement a therapeutic, positive reinforcing behavior plan where the youth are empowered to make choices around their individualized plan. Programs are staffed by skilled mental health employees implementing a strength-based, behavioral program.

The interventions and programming are goal-oriented toward successfully transitioning youth back into their communities.

• ODIN is an intensive, community-based, treatment program designed to work with transition-aged females ranging from 15 to 18. Behaviors include problematic sexualized, mood disorders and self-injurious.

• Evergreen is an intensive, community-based, treatment program designed to work with transition-aged females ranging from 13 to 17. Behaviors include problematic sexualized, mood disorders and self-injurious.

• Crescent is an intensive, community-based, treatment program designed to work with boys aged 11 to 14. Youths need several prompts throughout the day to assist with impulse control and to mange other acting-out behaviors.

• Skyline is an intensive, community-based, treatment program designed to work with transition-aged males with problematic sexualized behaviors.

Bachelor’s degree in human services, education or psychology preferred. Day, evening, weekend and/or holiday hours are required.

DTL/Social Skills Interventionist Provide individualized support services to youth who have significant social, behavioral and emotional needs attributed to Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Bachelor’s degree in a human service or related field required. Experience in human service delivery in settings serving children and youth preferred.

CHOICE Academy Behavioral Interventionist/ Educational Support Specialist Provide direct supervision to youth (ages 12-18+) within an integrated mental health and substance abuse treatment facility/educational center. Implement behavioral programming and milieu counseling in social, emotional and recreation/leisure skills and activities of daily living in classroom, day treatment and community settings. Provide individual and group supervision as needed. BA in human services, education or psychology and/or have some college coursework and significant related experience in the field.

Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and safe, insured vehicle required. All positions listed above are full-time with a generous benefit package.

To apply, please send letter of interest and resume to: WCMHS, Personnel, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601 Email: Personnel@wcmhs.org • Fax: (802) 223-6423 • www.wcmhs.org

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Sand Hill Residential Program for Young Women A Division of Spectrum Youth and Family Services The Sand Hill Program is a short-term Crisis-Stabilization Program serving young women aged 12-18 who are experiencing emotional and behavioral crises in their communities.

Tempo Home Furnishings 3910 Shelburne Road

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Autumn Harp provides premium service and creative solutions in product development and manufacturing to the personal care market.

R&D Cosmetic Chemist Our ideal candidate is someone with a college degree and a scientific background with at least three years experience in manufacturing or with emulsion, volatile and color formulations. A self-directed and detail-oriented person able to manage projects and communicate with internal / external customers; able to work with hot pour perfumes and fragrances, and a proven team player with solid interpersonal skills.

R&D Lab Technician Assist our chemists in the development of products by conducting research, analysis, synthesis and experimentation. College degree in a science-related field with lab protocol experience; detail-oriented with outstanding communication skills; able to work with hot pour perfumes and fragrances.

Information Systems Manager

two Residential CounseloRs Responsible for facilitation of educational and recreational activities, as well as therapeutic groups, case management and supervision of residents. Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, social work or related human services field. Previous experience working with emotionally and behaviorally challenged adolescents with difficult behaviors is preferred. Experience within juvenile justice system is preferred. Must have flexible schedule. One 32-hour position, one 20-hour position.

awake oveRnight Residential ManageR Responsible for overnight supervision of residents. Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, social work or related human services field. Previous experience working with emotionally and behaviorally challenged adolescents with difficult behaviors is required. Experience with juvenile justice system or security position preferred. Must have computer skills. 30-hour positions — possibly more hours — program requires female applicants.

substitute CounseloRs Previous experience working with emotionally and behaviorally challenged adolescents with difficult behaviors is preferred. Work towards completion of degree in related field preferred.

All applicants must be willing to have DMV and Criminal Record check. Male and female applicants are equally encouraged to apply. Salary and benefits are competitive.

Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested applicants please send resume and cover letter to: The Sand Hill Program PO Box 35, Castleton, VT 05435 Attn: Heather by Friday, December 8, 2006.

You must include three work references with phone numbers. No phone calls, please.

Lead our overall planning, organizing and execution of IT. Direct IT operations to meet internal and external customer requirements; support and maintain existing applications and development of new technical solutions. The ability to manage cross-functional projects is critical. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent; minimum 8 years experience with Information Technology; experience with Novell Netware and AS400 applications; minimum of three years supervisory experience.

Manufacturing Positions Compounding Manager

Supervise the team that prepares and processes batches to predetermined specs.

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Openings (regular and seasonal) on all shifts – every day of the week!

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And…in anticipation of opening a second site:

Quality Control Technician Materials Handler / Inventory Control Specialist Train in Bristol, then work at our new site in the greater Burlington area.

Please submit a resume for any of the above positions (or come by and pick up an application or request one online) if you feel qualified and would like to be considered to be the next member of our team! We offer competitive compensation, outstanding benefits including a profit-sharing plan and a generously matched 401K Plan, and a really great place to work!

AUTUMN HARP, INC.

Recently honored as one of the fastest growing manufacturers in Vermont!

61 Pine Street ** Bristol, VT 05443 Fax: 802-453-6420 email: jobs@autumnharp.com www.autumnharp.com

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Bi-State Primary Care Association is a dynamic and fast-growing not-for-profit membership organization whose mission is to promote access to primary health care for all New Hampshire and Vermont citizens with special attention to the uninsured, underinsured, Medicaid and vulnerable populations.

CLINICAL & EDUCATION SERVICES COORDINATOR The Clinical & Education Services Coordinator will plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical and education service activities for Bi-State Primary Care Association members in New Hampshire and Vermont. This includes: supporting health center activities to continue to improve health outcomes for underserved populations, promoting the use of best practices in chronic disease management, assisting with successful methods for quality improvement and risk management, supporting members with disaster preparedness activities, and facilitating member education through peer-to-peer networking, technical assistance, and formal training workshops and conferences.

IF Balancing Your Checkbook is a Secret Passion, how about this opportunity to Job Share with Full Benefits?

Working a minimum of 20 hours per week in our Colchester facility, we need an energetic, flexible person to be one of our

Customer Accounting Payment Processor.

You will be responsible for processing and balancing payments received and other related billing functions. Experience in cash balancing and Windows-based computers is a must. Experience with Excel is a plus as is the ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary to cover business needs.

Baccalaureate degree required with a minimum of 3 to 5 years clinical experience in primary care. RN with current license preferred and Master’s degree in Public Health, Community Health Nursing, Health Education or other related field preferred. This is a full-time, exempt position that may be based in Concord, NH or Montpelier, VT. Travel is required. Bi-State provides a competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

Green Mountain Power offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your family, a pension program as well as a 401-k plan with a dollar-for-dollar match of your first 4.5 % contribution. Green Mountain Power prides itself on doing its part for the community and we’ve been recognized as Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility “Company Leader of the Year” (2006), Vermont Chamber of Commerce “Company of the Year” (2004), Edison Electric Institute “Outstanding Five-Year Shareholder Return” for a small cap company two years running (2004 & 2005), Occupational Safety and Health Administration “SHARP” safety certified and, most importantly of all, our 90,000 customers have given us a 94% customer satisfaction rating.

VT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & FINANCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR

Green Mountain Power Corporation, Attn: Human Resources Department 163 Acorn Lane, Colchester, VT 05446

Please submit your resume to: or, Email to brown_p@greenmountainpower.biz AA/EOE

The VT Community Development & Financial Services Coordinator provides technical assistance to community health centers, rural health clinics and community-based organizations to enhance or develop new primary care access points and systems, and to maintain/improve their financial viability to provide health care to underserved populations.

Baccalaureate degree required with a minimum of 3-5 years experience.

Concentration in finance preferred and a Master’s degree in business preferred.

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Montpelier, VT. Travel is required.

Bi-State provides a competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

VT Network Service Project Coordinator The Vermont Network Service Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting statewide primary health care network initiatives. Network initiatives may include, but not be limited to: 340B drug program, chronic care management, enrollment and outreach for public programs, and information technology/ electronic health record systems. The Project Coordinator will have responsibility for developing project plans, conducting project management and Bi-State member coordination, project communications, updates, reports and project evaluation.

Cathedral Square Corporation, a nonprofit organization providing housing and services to seniors, is seeking the following:

LPN Responsible for providing direct patient care in our beautiful, assisted-living residence overlooking Lake Champlain. Must possess an LPN license. Full or part-time, evening hours, every other weekend.

LNA Assist residents with activities of daily living, part-time and per diem openings.

Baccalaureate degree is required, with a minimum of 3-5 years experience in health care and project management. Must possess strong knowledge of health care environments and the health care market place. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Montpelier, VT. Travel is required, focused primarily in VT. Bi-State provides a competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

Perform a wide range of maintenance duties (we have 22 properties) including painting, apartment turnovers, HVAC, electrical and plumbing repairs, snow shoveling and landscaping.

Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Perform a wide variety of administrative tasks to support our maintenance department, 14 hours per week, prefer mornings.

Maintenance Technician Administrative Assistant - PT Custodian:

Bi-State Primary Care Association Attention: Human Resources Office Three South Street, Concord, NH 03301 or via email to arawson@bistatepca.org

Perform a variety of cleaning duties in resident apartments, M – F, part-time, days.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. NO CALLS, PLEASE. Salary requirements must be included to be considered. For more information on Bi-State and a more detailed position description, please visit our website at www.bistatepca.org.

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CSC offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and a friendly work environment.

Submit resume to: Cathedral Square Corporation Human Resources, 308 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401 or fax to 863-6661 or email to jobs@cathedralsquare.org. Check us out at www.cathedralsquare.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Firefly Center seeks teacher with Early Childhood degree or CDA and experience.

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Town Manager Stowe, Vermont

The Town of Stowe, Vermont, seeks an energetic, creative and personable professional for the position of Town Manager. With a resident population of 4339 (and seasonal increases to 10,000) Stowe is the quintessential New England community, and is renowned for scenery, cultural activities, recreation and resorts.

The Manager reports to a five-member Selectboard and supervises all departments.

Current operating budget is $8.7 million with 65 full-time employees. Primary responsibilities include financial management and budgeting, personnel administration / labor relations, community and intergovernmental relations, and implementation of town policies. More information and a full job description available at www.vlct.org under marketplace.

Five years management experience, high degree of tactful communication and negotiation skills, and Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in appropriate discipline required; Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preferred. Hiring range $80,000 to $95,000.

Please send cover letter and resume in confidence to:

Stowe Manager Search, VLCT, 89 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602.

Resume review will begin December 15, 2006. EOE.

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5@/<2 7A:3 D3@;=<B A>317/: 32C1/B=@ Special Educator needed to case manage and work with a student with multiple disabilities in a variety of settings. This individual must have experience working with students with self-injurious behaviors in environments school, home, and community.

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Special Training/Skills: Experience educating students with developmental disabilities, development and implementation of educational curriculum, experience coordinating with related service providers; ability to create and track educational progress.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years experience in special education.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift student with team member support.

Licensure/Certification: Hold a Vermont State Special Education Teaching License. Criminal Background Check. This position must be willing to drive to and from Chittenden County and have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license.

Position is full-time and starts immediately. Please send resume, 3 letters of reference, transcripts and proof of current license to:

Grand Isle Supervisory Union 5038 US Route 2, North Hero, VT 05474 Equal Opportunity Employer

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The Learning Together Team at The Family Center of NCSS is seeking a dynamic case manager to work with pregnant and parenting teens, ages 12-24.

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Back to School program seeking individuals experienced in working with students with learning impairment/developmental disabilities. Successful candidate will have a solid understanding of the learning challenges faced by this population, the behavioral challenges they can present and a proven history of successful teaching experiences. BA in related field preferred.

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Are you tired of not getting recognized for your outstanding attitude? Join the team that cares about you!

Now Hiring Part-Time:

Transportation Security Officers Burlington International Airport Officers provide security and protection for air travelers, airports and aircraft.

Starting at $12.72 per hour Plus Benefits (Includes 12.52% Locality Pay) Minimum Requirements: U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National â&#x20AC;˘ High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening experience â&#x20AC;˘ English proficiency â&#x20AC;˘ Pre-employment medical evaluation â&#x20AC;˘ Pass a background/credit check

Please apply online at: www.tsajobs.com 1-800-887-1895 TTY: 1-800-887-5506 TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-Time

After-School Assistants Needed for YMCA after-school programs outside of Burlington. Must have experience with school-age children. Y membership and training opportunities.

Call Julie at 802-862-9622. Also needed for YMCA middle-school after-school programs at Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s River Middle School in Jericho and Camelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hump Middle School in Richmond. Call Christian Craig at 802-862-9622. EOE

We build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities

New Chinese Restaurant needs to hire every position possible, looking for experienced people who have been in food service.

If interested: email Tomliang@gmail.com Tel: 802-862-8886, cell: 781-974-3686 7 Farrell Rd., South Burlington, VT 05403 (where Rositaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s used to be)

Night Crew Member Swing shift, accurate packaging and order prepping for our wholesale/retail operation. Shift differential wage, benefit package, fun workplace and great bread and pastries. jobs@klingersbread.com â&#x20AC;˘ Fax: 802-860-1062 Apply in person: 10 Farrell St., South Burlington, VT 05403.

No phone calls, please.

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Cooks Servers Drivers Apply in person: 1 David Drive, Essex, VT 05452 or 764 Shelburne Road, South Burlington Full- & part-time benefits, flexible schedule.

Always seeking entry-level managers.

EOE

The Stowe Inn Tavern New, up-and-coming restaurant is seeking a

Dining Room Manager.

Fabulous central location in the Village of Stowe, VT. Industry experience is required. Salary depends on experience. Must be friendly, organized, and outgoing & able to lead small front-of-the-house staff.

Also seeking

Front Desk Agent

to work front desk and take reservations. Computer and Internet savvy. Experience with various Internet & booking systems a plus. Must be flexible and able to work nights, holidays & weekends.

Please contact Annika Lipsky at (802) 324-3317 or email resumĂŠ to Annika@stoweinn.com

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Web Designer Looking for a web designer with strong conceptual problem solving and outstanding visual design skills. Position requires highly motivated, team player that is willing to take initiative on a regular basis and meet creative & business objectives. Position could be fulltime or freelance.

Must be proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Cold Fusion, Flash, java script, css, php, cgi, php and xml.

Will be required to submit samples of your websites.

Email resumes to emerson@samessenger.com

Full-time Mainstream Teaching Assistant position available to assist and supervise assigned special needs students instructionally, behaviorally and physically in the general mainstream program. Good working knowledge of disabilities of special education students, and special education teaching methods, theories and laws required. Position is available 6.5 hours/day, 182 days/year and pays $10.88/hour.

Excellent benefits available including family medical and dental insurance; 15K term life insurance; tuition reimbursement; retirement plan with up to a 200% employer match; and paid leaves. Minimum of an Associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree or equivalent required for all positions.

For additional information and application requirements, please visit our website at www.ejhs.k12.vt.us (click on Job Opportunities).

Applications only accepted electronically through www.schoolspring.com. EOE

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FlynnArts at the Flynn Center seeks a vibrant dance educator to teach Saturday tap classes to teen and adult students of varied levels. Applicants should have significant training in tap and solid teaching experience. Classes begin mid-January.

Please send resumes and references by December 12th to: Christina Weakland, Director of Education FlynnArts at the Flynn Center 153 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401

AssistAnt FAmily teAcher

sales professional

to work in home for adolescent girls in Montpelier.

Ability to implement behavior program, provide positive role modeling, and work well in fast-paced environment necessary. Hours are 2-10 PM, Sun-Thur. Benefits include BC/BS health insurance, Delta Dental, and paid vacation. Training and supervision provided. resume and letter of interest to: Orc, 111 Bliss rd., montpelier, Vt 05602

Regional energy supplier seeks sales professional for local territory. Residential and B2B sales of energy products and services relating to the propane, fuel oil, and HVAC markets. Sales experience a must. Related industry experience a plus. Salary commensurate with experience plus commission.

Full benefit package. EOE

Winooski Family Health Winooski Family Health is expanding, and is seeking a

full-time RN/LPN

• competitive salary; • no weekends; • positive work environment.

Send letter of interest & CV ASAP to:

EnSave, Inc.

The Baird Center for Children and Families

EnERgy ConSERVaTIon PRogRaM REPRESEnTaTIVE

A Division of the Howard Center for Human Services

InterventIonIst

EnSave, a Richmond, Vermont-based agricultural energy efficiency consulting firm, seeks a fourth experienced outbound caller to join our Call Center Team. The Energy Conservation Program Representative will promote several projects for California utilities. Evening calling is required.

Interventionist will develop a therapeutic relationship with a 9th-grade male student struggling to find success in public school due to academic, social and behavioral challenges. Position requires individuals to be comfortable with the management of verbally aggressive behavior.

Ability to tutor and help child maintain organization essential. We have one position to match with a high school male student. Position begins immediately and pays $25,500 + full benefits. B.A. required.

Please call Steve or Meghan at 434-3792.

Martha Tormey, WFH 32 E. Malletts Bay Ave., Winooski, VT 05404 or email to: mtormey@sover.net

The Baird Center for Children and Families A Division of the Howard Center for Human Services

is seeking a

Director of resiDential treatment services.

We seek an experienced, creative leader able to manage up to 50 staff in a multidisciplinary team environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate skill in involving parents in treatment, and must have proven experience in residential care; management and supervisory experience.

Master’s degree and licensure in a mental health field required. submit cover letter, three references and resume to:

robin Yandell, the Baird center for children and families 1138 Pine st.

Burlington, vermont 05401

PO Box 711, St. Albans, VT 05478 jon.whittle@inergyservices.com

send resume and names of 3 references to: emilyhof@howardcenter.org.

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Dietary Department We need someone to assist in the dining room.

This is a part-time position. When hired you will become a member of our family and a valued member of our team. Our goal is to please those we serve and provide an employment opportunity that others will envy. Positive attitude with a smile is a plus.

Contact Jennifer Selden 802-862-0401

EOE/TTY. Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. Visit our website at www.howardcenter.org for a full listing of open positions.

272 Church St., Burlington, VT 05401 EOE

Engaging minds that change the world What’s it like to work at Healthy Living? What we strive for is a team of people who like to work hard, support each other, offer stellar customer service and go home feeling good at the end of the day. If this sounds like the kind of community you’d like to be part of, read on!

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IV-E Senior Training Coordinator Social Work (two positions) Coordinate comprehensive training program for foster, adoptive and kinship parents in assigned region of Vermont under the supervision of the Child Welfare Training Project (CWTP) Director and Coordinator and collaborate with parents and various agency personnel to schedule trainings, select and assess trainers, develop curricula and compile data.

Master's degree in social work or a related field, and two to five years related experience, or equivalent combination, required. Experience designing curricula, teaching/training, and managing programs desired.

Effective written and verbal communication skills required. Knowledge and experience of child welfare, child/family health/mental health, education, human development, foster care and/or adoption issues required. Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, Internet and email communication applications required. Ability to travel to work sites required. * If a sufficiently qualified pool of applicants is not obtained for this position, it may be filled as an Outreach Professional, which requires a Bachelor's degree in a related or specialized field and one to four years' related experience. Specific certification or licensure may be required.

Commitment to diversity and inclusion required.

For further information on position, # 031687 or 031688, or to apply with electronic application, resume, cover letter and references, please visit our web site at: www.uvmjobs.com Telephone# (802) 656-3494.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from people of diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

RETAIL SALES POSITION: Upscale children’s clothing store in Williston is looking for a friendly, responsible and outgoing person to work 20-30 hours a week (possibly including weekends).

This person should have prior retail experience, enjoy taking the initiative, have an eye for detail, and love kids (and their parents)! Great pay, flexible scheduling and a fun environment. Apply with letter and resumé to:

Katharine Cohen at kcohen@isabean.com or call (802) 288-9570 for an interview.

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BAKER Otter Creek Bakery Is Hiring!

Full-time. Bread, Pastry and some Desserts.

Hardworking, positive atmosphere dedicated to quality and efficiency.

Send resume via fax 802-462-2760 or 14 College St., Middlebury, VT 05753 or call to talk with Ben or Sarah at Otter Creek Bakery in the heart of Middlebury.

Part-time Security & maintenance PoSition Thursday through Sunday, 1p.m. until 9p.m. If you are friendly, kind-hearted, reliable, and independent please send us your resume and cover letter. Please include references and hourly pay requirements.

Mail to: Joe Ryan, Property/ Construction Manager Main Street Landing One Main Street Burlington, VT 05401

South Burlington School District Paraeducator Level I, Autism Interventionist; EEE Program at Chamberlin School and Orchard School.

Qualified Candidates will have an Associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree, two years of college training or successful completion of competency testing; previous experience with Special Education; and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

This position will remain open until filled. Candidates may forward their resume and three current references to:

Marketing Looking for creative, fun and energetic person to work part time marketing new fast paced downtown business.

Immediate opening, awesome opportunity!

Email resume to

gn7munt@adelphia.net or call 802-310-3779.

Diane Kinnon, South Burlington School District, Human Resources Department 550 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT 05403 or apply at www.sbschools.net. EOE The Hampton Inn in Colchester has part-time positions available for a

The Baird Center for Children and Families A Division of the Howard Center for Human Services

Behavior interventionist Interventionists will develop therapeutic relationships with students struggling to find success in public school due to academic and behavioral challenges. This position requires individuals to be comfortable with the management of aggressive behavior. Position begins immediately and pays $25,500 + full benefits. B.A. required.

Shuttle Driver and Breakfast Attendant Shuttle hours range from 4am to noon, and 4pm to midnight. Breakfast hours are from 5:30am to 12:30pm. Excellent customer service skills and ability to work weekends and holidays is required. A clean driving record is also required for shuttle drivers.

We offer a very competitive wage and travel discounts for the right candidate(s).

Please apply in person at the Hampton Inn, 42 Lower Mountain View Road, Colchester.

send resume and names of 3 references to: emilyhof@howardcenter.org.

Food & Beverage Service Personnel Due to our expanding Restaurant and Banquet business, we are now accepting applications for Food & Beverage Service Personnel. Come join our award-winning team. Experience preferred.

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, life and 401k.

Please apply in person at the Front Desk.

The Doubletree Hotel Burlington & Trader Dukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant 1117 Williston Road South Burlington, VT 05403 EOE

EOE/TTY. Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply.

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Grand Isle Supervisory Union 5038 US Route 2, North Hero, VT 05474 Equal Opportunity Employer

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Excellent computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Send resume to greatjobs@neci.edu. EOE

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HOWARD CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES

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SUBSTITUTE RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: ON-THE-JOB TRAINING.

Counseling Service of Addison County, Inc.

If you are responsible and compassionate, we need you to work in our residential programs with adults who are considered to have mental illness and substance use disorders.

Flexible shifts – day, evening, sleep and awake overnights. Send resumes to Lis Mickenberg at HCHS; 300 Flynn Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 or email LisM@HowardCenter.org

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RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR PART-TIME

“JOB OPPORTUNITIES”

Looking for a compassionate and self-directed individual who is a team player to work in an innovative community care home with adults who are considered to have major mental illness. Pays $13.08 per hr. Send resumes to Debra Clemmer by December 1, 2006 at the Howard Center for Human Services, 300 Flynn Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 or email DebraC@howardcenter.org

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ASSOCIATES Director for developmental services program responsible for operation, supervision and financial planning for a 6.5 million dollar program, with 80 staff, serving 180 adults and children with developmental disabilities.

Creative leader with excellent communication and relationship building skills. Focus on consumer-centered service development and a strong ethical commitment a must. Master’s degree and previous experience in nonprofit management or equivalent knowledge and experience. Interviews scheduled to begin in January 2007.

RESIDENTIAL SUBSTITUTE COOK (HOURS AS NEEDED) Looking for a substitute cook to relieve the full-time cooks in a community care home with adults who have major mental illness. Must have patience, compassion, and a desire to work in this setting. It is a great opportunity to gain experience and work with supportive co-workers. Seniors and students feel free to apply. Send resumes or call Debra Clemmer at The Howard Center for Human Services, 300 Flynn Ave. Burlington, VT 05401 or call at 802-865-6191.

For a complete list of “Job Opportunities” at CSAC visit www.csac-vt.org.

RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR PART-TIME

Caring, self-directed individual needed to work in a residential setting with adults who are considered to have mental illness and/or substance disorders. Total of 8 hours ($13.08 per hr) flexibly split between Saturday and Sunday each week. Resumes to Elaine Soto, HCHS 300 Flynn Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 or email ElaineS@howardcenter.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. TTO/EOE

Toapply to any of the“Job Opportunities”listed above you may choose to contact us by: • Email: hr@csac-vt.org • Mail: Send a resume and cover letter to Human Resources, CSAC, 89 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753 • In person: Application for employment can be picked up at either CSAC office: 89 Main Street or 61 Court Street, Middlebury, VT • Phone: Please contact Human Resources at (802) 388-6751, ext. 425.

Coordinator of aCademiC ServiCeS/teCh PreP Seeking an energetic, outgoing professional to work with college faculty, secondary teachers, and students in technical center programs. This position is part of a grant-funded program supporting the development of career pathways and college-readiness skills.

Veolia Water North America is looking for a Plant Operator for their Water-Wastewater Plant at Smugglers’ Notch Resort. Responsibilities include collecting daily water and wastewater samples for PH testing, chlorine residuals and turbidity, reading of water meters and daily For complete job description see www.ccv.edu. Apply immediately to: documentation of test results and usage of water and wastewater and Tech Prep Search Committee, CCV, 307 South Street, Springfield, VT 05156. preventative maintenance of the building and plant equipment. B.S. in Need to place an ad?

CCV encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasingly diverse student Environmental Studies or equivalent experince in Water-Wastewater population at CCV. CCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with ADA Brown Call Michelleoperation, computer and valid driver’s license is required. requirements. Applicants needing special accommodation should contact Certification Lisa Yaeger at 241-1515 or lisa.yaeger@ccv.edu.

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Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, seeks a full-time Project Manager to coordinate and manage capital projects in the Multi-family, Asset Management Depar tment.

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8 affordable 6 5 housing - 1 0 2 0 x 2 1 and permanently • Construction background required.

To place an employment ad call Michelle Brown 865-1020 x 21 Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health Come to the Retail Store Monday-Friday insurance, vacation, holiday, sick leave. Cover letter and resume by December 15th between 10am and 4pm. to Human Resources, Champlain Housing Trust, PO Box 523, Burlington, VT 05402.

Fill out an application and ask No phone calls, please.

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Answer incoming calls and provide exceptional customer service. Keyboarding skills and friendly attitude required.

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