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Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 876-7555. Book Talks for HomescHoolers: Students in grades 4 to 8 discuss titles from this year’s Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award list. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9-10 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-6956. fall sTory Time: Kiddos share read-aloud tales and wiggles and giggles with Mrs. Liza. Highgate Public Library, 11:15 a.m. Free. Info, 868-3970. Homework Help: First through eighth graders get help with their reading, math and science assignments from Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Science students. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. meeT rockin' ron THe friendly piraTe: Aargh, matey! Youngsters celebrate the hooligans of the sea with music, games and themed activities. 30 Church St. Buttered Noodles, Williston, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Burlington 658-6452 Info, 764-1810. moving & grooving wiTH cHrisTine: Two- to Mon–Sat 9–9, Sun 10–6 Vermont Gifts 5-year-olds jam out to rock-and-roll and world-beat www.AppleMountain.net Specialty Foods tunes. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. prescHool arT class: Budding Picassos ages 3 to 5 and their adult caregivers get creative with 12v-KTC(applemtn)110613.indd 1 11/4/13 12:37 PMpainting, clay sculpting, collage and more. Davis Studio, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. $20; preregister. Info, 425-2700. prescHool sTory Hour: Tykes gather for themed tales and activities. Discovery Place. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11:30 a.m. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids ages 2 and under. Info, 877-324-6386. red clover picTure Books for HomescHoolers: Students in kindergarten to third grade read two titles that are up for this year’s Red Clover Award, then participate in related activities. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9-10 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 878-6956. Saturday Story Time Every Saturday at 11am sTory Time & playgroup: Engaging narratives November pave the way for themed art, nature and cooking projects. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 426-3581. THU 7 SARAH GILMAN: DEEP IN CRIMSON 7pm A thrilling evening with Vermont’s own sTory Time for 3- To 5-year-olds: Preschoolers paranormal romance author. stretch their reading skills through activities inTUE 12 PAUL GILLIES: UNCOMMON LAW volving puppets and books. Brownell Library, Essex 7pm Ruminations on VT’s legal history. Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. 'THe dark knigHT' comics cluB: Ben T. THU 14 ABIGAIL CARROLL: THREE SQUARES Matchstick and Ash Brittenham lead an afternoon 7pm The invention of the American meal. of drawing, writing and creative collaboration for TUE 19 ARNIE KOZAK, PH.D.: THE INTROVERT EDGE comic-book enthusiasts ages 7 through 17. Kellogg7pm Maximize the advantages of being an introvert. Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, WED 20 WE DO! PANEL DISCUSSION 223-4665.
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englisH-language class for new americans: Beginner-to-advanced speakers improve their skills. Administrative Office and Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.
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a musical evening wiTH roBerT resnik & marTy morrissey: Using more than a dozen instruments, the veteran folk musicians perform regional tunes that celebrate the history and lore of Lake Champlain. Milton Historical Society, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 363-2598. sHTreiml feaTuring ismail fencioglu: The accomplished oud player and vocalist joins the group for an evening of Jewish roots and Turkish blues. North End Studio A, Burlington, 8:30-10:30 p.m. $10. Info, 863-6713. Taj maHal: Backed by his trio, the Grammy Award-winning world blues artist anchors a performance featuring Vusi Mahlasela and Fredericks Brown. Lebanon Opera House, 7 p.m. $26-59. Info, 603-448-0400.
sport
green mounTain TaBle Tennis cluB: Ping-pong players swing their paddles in singles and doubles matches. Knights of Columbus, Rutland, 6-9:30 p.m. Free for first two sessions; $30 annual membership. Info, 247-5913.
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talks
allen koop: Sharing the story of New Hampshire's only World War II POW camp, the historian conveys how its location in the village of Stark influenced residents. Goodrich Memorial Library, Newport, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 334-7902. amy seidl: In "Finding Higher Ground: Adaptation in the Age of Warming," the scientist and author considers the connection between climate change and societal structures. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. daniel fogel: The UVM professor discusses the cultural influences of novelist Henry James and how his work applies to modern readers. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4095. insTiTuTe for civic engagemenT: race & racism lecTure series: Vermont Law School professor and constitutional-law expert Cheryl Hanna discusses the current state of civil liberties in America. Burlington College, 6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 862-9616. jeffrey TrumBower: The St. Michael's College professor of religious studies presents "Christianity and Shabbateanism: A Case Study in Comparative Religion." Room 315, St. Edmund's Hall, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 12:10 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2356. kaTHerine Blume: Get creative! The cofounder of the award-winning sustainability game Vermontative! shares her unique way of addressing the global climate crisis. Marlboro College, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, pcameron@brattleboro.org. linda Tarr-wHelan: The former ambassador to the UN Commission on the Status of Women discusses the scope of women's issues around the world, as expressed in democracy and economy. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291. maria j. sTepHan & roBerT Helvey: The U.S. State Department strategic planner joins the retired U.S. Army Colonel in an exploration of nonviolent resistance. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2356. micHael sHerman: Vermont History's editor discusses the role of Civil War Hospitals in Vermont. A light lunch follows. Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University, Northfield, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 485-2183.
theater
'pippin': Johnson Stage College alumnus Patrick Sawyer-Houle directs current students in a production of Stephen Schwartz's pop-driven musical about the metaphysical wanderings of King Charlemagne's son. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 1 p.m. $5. Info, 635-1251. 'proof': Under the direction of Joanne Greenberg, the Vermont Actors' Repertory Theatre stages David Auburn's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama about the daughter of a recently deceased mentally ill mathematician. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. $8-15. Info, 775-0903.
words
disTinguisHed vermonT wriTers series: Vermont poet laureate Sydney Lea shares stanzas from his most recent collection, Six Sundays Toward a Seventh: Selected Spiritual Poems. New England Federal Credit Union, Williston, 5:306:30 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 879-8790. Healing journal & creaTive journeying: Attendees develop new work in a guided, supportive session led by Kat Kleman. Rainbow Institute, Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. $10. Info, 671-4569. Huck guTman: An examination of Walt Whitman's Civil War poems by the UVM professor highlights selected verse as among the most influential of the time. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. jo knowles: The author signs and discusses her most recent young-adult novel, See You at Harry’s. A Q&A follows. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 264-5660. nancy jay crumBine: Referencing Henry David Thoreau's journals and letters, the Dartmouth College professor examines the many manifestations of the poet and naturalist's spirituality.
Congregational Church, Norwich, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 649-1184. Tales from THe Bear cave: Dre Idle emcees an evening of open mic, off-the-cuff storytelling based on the theme "Haunted Histories." ArtsRiot, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Suggested $2 donation. Info, 901-496-6918.
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financing THe working landscape conference: Entrepreneurs and startups in food, agriculture an forestry learn about business development, capitalization and other available services at this annual symposium. American Legion Post 27, Middlebury, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $20-30 includes lunch. Info, 382-0401.
comedy
uprigHT ciTizens Brigade: The famed comedy troupe presents an evening of provocative sketches and absurd improv. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 9:30 p.m. $26-30. Info, 863-5966.
community
liz sTepHen olympic campaign fundraiser: Locals gather to support the nordic skier, who gives a yoga class and a presentation. Pizza, raffles and live music by the Unusual Suspects round out the evening. Fresh Tracks Farm Vineyard & Winery, Berlin, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $10-35; preregister. Info, 223-1151. vermonT HealTH connecT informaTion session: Navigators from NOTCH and Franklin County Regional Chamber of Commerce overview the new insurance marketplace for individuals and small businesses. Fairfax Community Library, 6-8 p.m. Free; preregister for individual appointments. Info, 849-2420. vermonT HealTH connecT one-on-one assisTance: Health care navigator Jon Hodgkin helps folks choose appropriate individualized plans. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 878-6955.
conferences
women Business owners neTwork fall conference: Keynoter Yola Carlough of B Corp. joins esteemed presenters during a daylong exploration of corporate wellness. The Essex Culinary Resort & Spa, 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. $60-159; includes lunch. Info, 503-0219.
environment
leaHy environmenTal summiT informaTion session: Attendees of the May 2013 conference share overall themes and strategies that emerged from the "Blue Water in Green Mountains" focus. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 8:30 a.m. Free. Info, 864-1848, ext. 118.
fairs & festivals
Hiring our Heroes joB fair: An employment workshop preps military personnel past and present for networking opportunities with local and national organizations. Holiday Inn, South Burlington, workshop, 9 a.m.; military associates, 10-noon; public admittance, noon-2 p.m. Free; preregister for workshop. Info, 652-0339. wesT african dance & drum fesTival: Internationally renowned artists from Guinea, Senegal and Mali join Burlington's Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater for four days and nights of classes and performances. See jehkulu.org for details. See calendar spotlight. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 5:30-8:45 p.m. Prices vary. Info, 859-1802.
film
BraTTleBoro film fesTival: See WED.06, 6:3010 p.m. 'freedom and uniTy: THe vermonT movie: parT Two': See WED.06. Tupelo Music Hall, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. $5-8. Info, 863-5966.