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burlington’s municipally owned telecommunications network came under fire last week for violating its certificate of Public Good, and for failing to repay a $17 million loan from the city. David o’Brien, commissioner of the Department of Public Service, had harsh words for the utility, and for the officials charged with overseeing it.
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That’s how much higher Burlington’s property tax rate is in comparison to Williston’s, according the Burlington Free Press. Last week, General Dymanics Armament and Technical Products Division announced it was leaving B-town for Williston in 2010.
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I’d like to correct a mischaracterization of our neighborhood in Seven Days. In the October 14 article about the Fenn
town planner for some 20 years and is also the zoning administrator, should know that there are no gravel pits in our neighborhood or in our residential district. In fact, there’s no industry of any kind within those boundaries. The Fenn gravel mine would be the first. And as far as we’ve been able to determine, it would also have the distinction of being the first open-pit gravel mine permitted in a residentially zoned district anywhere in the United States for at least the past decade — which was as far back as our research went. Barbara Shapiro
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gravel mine application [“Opponents Say They Were Sandbagged by a Proposed Gravel Pit Hearing in Middlebury”], Fred Dunnington, our town planner, calls this “a neighborhood of gravel pits.” I’m shocked that our town planner would undercut the citizens of his town and his own planning documents that way. We expect misleading comments from the applicant’s attorney, but not from a town official whose job demands at least the appearance of impartiality. I refer our town planner to page 67 Item L of the Town Plan. It clearly defines where we live as the “Butternut Ridge/Lindale Neighborhood,” which is in a clearly mapped Medium Density Residential District. Dunnington, who has been the
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om-and-pop tech company? Sounds like an oxymoron. But in Vermont, independently owned tech-related enterprises dot the landscape from Windsor to Middlebury, White River to Milton. The state’s bio-scientists, green engineers and software developers don’t always call attention to themselves, but the companies they own and work for provide some of the most interesting, and best paid, jobs in the state. Which is why we helped create the “Vermont 3.0 Creative/Tech Career Jam” back in January 2008. The event was meant to bring workers, employers and educators together with the shared goal of identifying and training a qualified in-state workforce.
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We helped produce a second Career Jam last October. Next Monday, October 26, we’re sponsoring a third Vermont 3.0 event, the “Innovation Jam,” at the Sheraton Burlington Hotel and Conference Center. Many of the companies who attended our two prior job expos are still hiring, even in this economy. Many are thriving: Burlington’s Dealer.com is the global leader in online marketing solutions for the automotive industry. Colchester’s MyWebGrocer is in the same position with online grocery services and innovative grocery technologies: number one. MyWebGrocer, Chroma Technology Corp., MicroStrain and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters have all either expanded — or announced plans to do so — since last year’s jam. Logic Supply, Dealer.com and NRG Systems have won Vermont Business Magazine 5x5x5 Growth Awards. What do these companies have in common, other than technological solutions? They were all started by entrepreneurial Vermonters. Maybe the founders went to college in the state, or grew up here, but for them, “moonlighting in Vermont” just kind of worked out. Many of the state’s business successes — Ben & Jerry’s, Vermont Teddy Bear, Jogbra, Simon Pearce, IDX — tell a similar story. More often than not, these companies don’t seek local publicity, and why would they? Their customers are all over the
world. But they’re an increasingly important part of Vermont’s economy. This week, our writers visit a few of these companies, organizations and individuals to explain who they are, what they do and why we should care. In the stories around the eight-page program for the Vermont 3.0 Innovation Jam: Ken Picard follows federal defense dollars to companies such as QuantaSpec (p.30), which is developing advanced explosive detectors and diagnostics for malaria. Alice Levitt interviews BFA-St. Albans grad Randy Smith (p.22), who’s already made $250,000 designing games for the iPhone. Brothers Briar and Adam Alpert take Andy Bromage on a tour of family-owned BioTek (p.24). Lauren Ober talks about human resources with Logic Supply’s Lisa Groeneveld (p. 28), a Dutch-speaking Barre native. And videographer Eva Sollberger tours the Champlain College Emergent Media Center for this week’s episode of “Stuck in Vermont.” Even the dairy industry is adopting new technologies. Kirk Kardashian visits one of two Vermont farms that have substituted robotic milkers for hard-laboring dairyworkers (p. 34). Ready to geek out yet? For a schedule and complete list of exhibitors coming to the Vermont 3.0 Innovation Jam, check out the center pull-out of this week’s issue. W00t!
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Interest Heats Up Among Electrical Workers to Learn Solar Energy Installation
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22 Ahead of the Game
Vermont 3.0: When it comes to maverick gaming, Tiger Style Studios proves “there’s an app for that”
By Ken Picard
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Burlington’s Seventh Generation Gets Aggressive in the Green Marketplace
24 Disease Detectives
Vermont 3.0: BioTek makes scanners that can save your life
Tech Entrepreneurs Await State’s New Seed-Money Fund
Vermont 3.0: South Burlington’s Logic Supply sells big computing power in small — and green — packages
Vermont International Film Festival: Bigger, Longer, Uncut
By Lauren OBer
30 Defense Mechanisms
By margOT HarriSOn
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Open season on Vermont politics By SHay TOT Ten
19 Hackie
A cabbie’s rear view By jernigan POnTiac
34 Work
Paul Godin, robotic milker salesman
Greek Tragedy
By dan BOLLeS
Catherine Hall, 215 College Gallery
Food: Vermont’s food-business incubator makes a controversial move, from Fairfax to Hardwick By Kevin j. KeLLey
42 Misspelling Disaster
70 Movies
Muhammad and Larry; Where the Wild Things Are
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Stuck in Vermont: Champlain College’s Emergent Media Center gives college students a chance to design video games — and earn a paycheck. Eva Sollberger talks with them about their latest projects.
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Food: Vermont’s burgeoning coffee company is one high-tech outfit
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38 A Taste for “Venture”
44 Music
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Vermont 3.0: Here in Vermont, we’re surrounded — by defense contractors
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Despite its oxymoronic qualities, The New Familiars’ name makes perfect sense. Some days, there’s nothing like pressing “play” on a song you know by heart. The music of this rising band out of North Carolina has that same feel, because it’s part of what Music Editor Dan Bolles calls a “groundswell of hybrid Americana music.” You’ll get two chances to see them this week, so there’s no excuse for missing out.
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Broomsticks may traditionally haul witches, but this week it’s college students taking the ride. And what a trip that will be: Middlebury College hosts the Intercollegiate Quidditch World Cup 2009. Described as a “cross between the Superbowl and a medieval festival,” more than 20 teams of chasers, beaters, keepers and seekers compete in this rowdy, Snitch-seeking skirmish. Live owls, fireballs and music spice up this bewitched affair. SEE CALENDAR LISTING ON PAGE 56
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balances” means the guy in charge can request the loan and write the check. Leopold’s actions also protected Mayor Kiss during a spirited four-way race for mayor this March. Wonder if voters would have been as likely to back Kiss for a second, three-year term if they had known the full details of the $17 million loan? It also helps fuel ongoing speculation that Kiss is clueless and Leopold is really running the city. Burlington and Montpelier aren’t alone in their secret shenanigans. As I noted recently in “Fair Game,” the Winooski School Board ran afoul of the
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other steps, to reinstate confidence in the venture. Kiss outlined these fixes to the city council before a special meeting Tuesday night. The audit request comes on the heels of an extensive war of words between the Kiss administration and david o’Brien, the state’s public service commissioner. The public flap erupted after “Fair Game” first reported that BT borrowed $17 million from the city after years of promises that it wouldn’t rely on taxpayer money to be viable. O’Brien said it was “the most irresponsible utility behavior” he’s seen in his seven years as commissioner. CAO Leopold, who OK’d the city loans to BT without explicit approval from the board of finance or the city council, will recommend several refinancing options to councilors by their November 16 meeting, Kiss said. The financing plan could include an immediate repayment of the $17 million. Funny timing. In a letter to city officials on Friday, O’Brien’s department urged BT to repay the city loan immediately and stop taking more cash from taxpayers. City officials say O’Brien either doesn’t talk to his own staff or, worse, he wants to deliberately sabotage BT. “The tone of urgency of the letter is ironic since the DPS has known about the city’s use of pooled cash since November 2008,” the usually quiet Kiss fired back in a prepared statement. “This is a public relations ploy consistent with Mr. O’Brien’s inaccurate and unwarranted statements about BT’s finances. His remarks undermine public confidence in BT and increasingly appear to be a strategy to close BT down.” Oh, come on. The only folks who might like to see BT shut down would be Comcast. And I don’t recall seeing the giant telecom company on O’Brien’s holiday party guest list last year — you know, the one “Fair Game” wrote about? In his Stowe condo, O’Brien rubbed elbows with Jay tHayer, the head honcho from Entergy Vermont Yankee. Queen City taxpayers are being invited to a special council-sponsored city hall forum about BT on Thursday night. There, voters will finally have a chance
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Hats off to louis Porter at the Vermont Press Bureau for his eyebrowraising item in Sunday’s “Capitol Beat” column. Porter reported that Senate President Pro Tem Peter shuMlin (D-Windham) has separated from his wife of 20 years. Shumlin is expected to announce next month that he will seek the Democratic nomination for governor. “We have been living separately for several months,” Shumlin told “Fair Game.” This isn’t the first time the couple have split up. They also went their separate ways about six or seven years ago, Shumlin noted. Gee, that was right around the last time he ran for higher office. Shumlin ran, and lost, his bid for lite guv in 2002. The earlier separation lasted about a year, Shumlin said. Peter and Deb shuMlin have two daughters and live near each other in their shared hometown of Putney. m
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The flu season is upon us, and it is underscoring the impact of nearly two years of state staffing cuts. In 2007, the state had 87 public health nurse positions, according to state personnel records. Today, that number has dwindled to 65. Every one of the state’s 12 district health offices has been impacted by the job cuts. The cuts have meant that flu clinics, once largely run by the state’s public health nurses, have been handed over to the private sector. A national nursing firm, Healthy Achievers, will provide flu shots to state workers. They had a $92,000 contract last year to staff the clinics, while this year they will be paid a maximum of $77,910. Next year, the state has agreed to pay out as much as $103,000. Meanwhile, regional visiting nurse associations will be paid a total of $2 million to staff flu clinics for the general public. State nurses are working with local school districts to staff in-school flu shot clinics. What puzzles some observers is that the health department relies more heavily on federal and special funds than do most other state departments and yet has seen its nursing ranks shrink. In fact, only 9 percent of the department’s money comes from the state general fund, said Chris Finley, deputy health commissioner. The feds finance about 80 percent of the department’s work. “That said, we’ve been faced with the same constraints as other departments, and I know we always say this, but we really are doing everything we can to make sure that we don’t impact public health,” said Finley. Finley said public health nurses provide a wide range of services, from maternal-child services to screening families for the Women, Infants and Children nutrition program. One way the department is seeking help is through volunteers. Earlier this fall it sent a letter to private nurses asking them to help out at flu clinics. Dawn Kersula, a registered nurse at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, was shocked to receive a letter from the state asking her to volunteer her time. Rather than getting nurses to work for free, she suggests a better public health policy is to keep good nurses on staff.
“We were aghast to receive letters asking us to volunteer to give flu shots, for the good of the populace, the day after the announcement of more layoffs. This is not forward-thinking public health policy,” said Kersula. Speaking of forward thinking, more cuts are on the horizon. Department heads have been given a reduction target of 8 percent for the FY 2011 budget. As if swine flu weren’t enough to make a state employee feel queasy. Despite the cuts, the state has found money to install new granite steps at the health department’s Burlington office on Cherry Street. Total cost? Roughly $100,000, said State Building Commissioner Gerry Myers. The granite was locally sourced, which made the project more expensive, he said. They also used a Vermont-based contractor. The repairs were several years in the making, as the original steps were falling apart and increasingly unsafe, especially in the winter. Wouldn’t want a laid-off employee to trip on their way out the door, adding injury to insult.
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systems that feed power into the utility grid to receive premium rates for their power. Then, several weeks ago, the Vermont Public Service Board set new interim rates, known as “feed-in tariffs” for those systems. Among all the forms of clean energy, solar clearly came out on top, earning 30 cents per kilowatt-hour, compared to 20 cents for small-scale wind, 16 cents for farm methane, and 12.5 cents for biomass and hydropower. As Lash puts it, “This is a major game changer.” Last week, the Vermont Clean Energy Development Fund announced $3.1 million in renewable energy grants. Included in those grants are seven projects through Housing Vermont totaling $500,000, and a $53,900 grant to build a solar PV array atop City Market in Burlington. Clearly, the IBEW is trying to position its members to win at least some of those contracts, and others coming down the pike. According to a report released several weeks ago by the Center for American Progress, Vermont will see $300 million in
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he International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) has sported virtually the same logo since the union’s inception back in 1891: a clenched fist grasping radiating bolts of electricity. But that symbol could use a 21st-century update, showing an outstretched hand capturing rays of sunlight. This year, the IBEW Local 300 has embraced Vermont’s cleanenergy revolution with both hands, investing more than $100,000 to train members — from new apprentices to senior electricians — to install and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. This new worker-retraining program is part of a larger effort by the national union to reposition its members for more secure, high-paying jobs in the growing greenenergy sector. Last fall, Local 300, which represents approximately 1200 electricians and utility workers throughout the state, was awarded a $65,263 grant from the Vermont Department of Labor to jump-start its solar energy training program. The South Burlington-based union also landed a $35,000 solar-energy grant from an unlikely source: Entergy Nuclear-owned Vermont Yankee. IBEW also represents 200 workers at the Vernon facility.
Thus far, interest in the union’s solar program has been running white-hot, according to Matt Lash, IBEW’s marketing and business development director. Since January, 100 electricians have gone through the 32-hour, hands-on course, which teaches tradespeople everything they need to know in order to site, install, maintain and troubleshoot a PV system. To date, every class has been filled, with demand far outstripping capacity. “We can’t make the green-jobs phenomenon so exotic and just for the eco-chic,” says Lash. “These are jobs and duties that, for the most part, our tradespeople have been performing for many, many years, so we need to make that connection.” Why so much interest in solar versus other renewables? In Vermont, solar is the least controversial of alternative energy sources. Unlike small- and large-scale wind energy, PV projects rarely encounter stiff community opposition. Typically, solar arrays are built on top of, or into, existing structures, and create no noise, visual obstructions or negative impacts on wildlife. Plus, there have never been more financial incentives to invest in solar energy. In June the legislature passed the Vermont Energy Act of 2009, which allows new energy
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new investments from the federal stimulus package and the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009. Those investments will net 4270 new clean-energy jobs in Vermont, the report notes, even accounting for the potential loss of jobs in the fossil-fuel sector. Moreover, while Vermont has lagged somewhat behind other states in certain clean-energy jobs — namely, large-scale wind development — the number of green-energy jobs in the state rose by 15.3 percent between 1998 and 2007, compared to an overall job growth rate of just 7.4 percent for the same period. As of 2007, there were 2161 cleansolar energy
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uge corporations like S.C. Johnson and Clorox have been hopping on the “green” wagon for several years now. That has presented a growing challenge to smaller, authentically earth-friendly companies such as Burlington-based Seventh Generation. Without improving product recognition, and consumer loyalty, companies that have been manufacturing green products for years run the risk of being swallowed up by these multinational giants. Seventh Gen understands this. That’s why the green cleaning products pioneer is relaunching its brand to help it stand out from the swelling crowd. To that end, the company recently hired Carmichael Lynch, a national advertising agency from Minneapolis. “We’re trying to get more people aware of what we’re doing,” says Dave Kimbell, senior vice president for marketing at Seventh Generation. As Kimbell explains it, when Jeffrey Hollender began Seventh Generation 21 years ago, few people were thinking about safe, natural cleaning products. Since then, more and more consumers have become
concerned about the impact conventional cleaning products have on health and the environment, and have shifted toward nontoxic and natural products. Not surprisingly, the multinationals took notice. Products such as Green Works and Nature’s Source — from Clorox and S.C. Johnson, respectively — hit the shelves, providing customers with purportedly green cleaning agents made by the familiar companies they had long trusted. “The competitive environment has changed in every category,” Kimbell says. To compete in this marketplace, Seventh Generation needs to be more aggressive in getting the word out about what it does and how its products are different. “There are still a lot of people who don’t know us,” Kimbell says. “That holds true across the country and even in Burlington.” To that end, Seventh Gen is throwing its weight behind proposed legislation that aims to update the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976, the primary regulation for chemicals in the U.S. Critics of the current law say it is
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states without a seed-money type of program. The new investment fund will bankroll firms specializing in such ventures as environmental technologies, advanced agriculture products, or medical and life sciences. The only businesses not eligible for seed money will be restaurants, real estate firms and retail establishments. Recipients will be expected to create new jobs and eventually repay the money so it can be reinvested in another company. The seed fund won approval at the statehouse this year and gets its initial infusion of money from taxpayers: $2 million in federal stimulus money dedicated by the state, and a $1 million grant secured by U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy. Private investment dollars could grow the fund to $5 million more, though there’s no set schedule for soliciting that money, Bradbury says. By statute, the program gives investors a 20 percent tax credit for every dollar they sink into a Vermont start-up business through the fund. In other words, someone
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needs more than grassroots efforts like this one to compete against larger companies. The next year will see a broader communication and advertising campaign as Seventh Gen tries to make more people aware of its products and mission. Kimbell says the products won’t look different — the packaging was redesigned just a year ago — but consumers can expect to see national television and print ads as part of the company’s biggest advertising blitz to date. He declined to assign a dollar figure to the marketing campaign. The brand relaunch is but one of several recent tweaks at Seventh Generation. In June, the company appointed Chuck Maniscalco, former president and CEO of PepsiCo’s Quaker Tropicana Gatorade arm, to the role of its own chief executive officer. Maniscalco replaced Hollender, who is staying on as executive chairperson. Kimbell assures that these developments won’t change the company’s essential nature, but will enhance its standing in the industry. “We’re staying true to who we are,” he says. “The authentic nature of the brand and the company is still there.” m
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weak in its ability to control and test chemicals before they come on the market and once the chemicals are already in use. Of the 80,000 chemicals in consumer products today, only 200 have been tested, Kimbell says. Many of those 80,000 chemicals were grandfathered in, and the Environmental Protection Agency says the 32-year-old legislation regulating toxic substances no longer adequately protects the public. While the Obama administration is supportive of the new legislation called for by the EPA, given what some companies stand to lose, it might be a difficult bill to pass. The lobbyists will be out in force. That’s why Seventh Generation got involved. “This is such a critical movement for us,” Kimbell says. Along with a coalition of nongovernmental organizations in favor of the new legislation, Seventh Generation created the “Million Baby Crawl” — a virtual march on Washington to get the legislation enacted to protect families from hazardous chemicals. As Kimbell puts it, the theme of the campaign is that “The babies of America are fed up and are taking matters into their own hands.” Their first “crawl-in” will be November 3 at the ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center in Burlington. There, people can get information about the proposed legislation and Seventh Generation’s new campaign. Kimbell acknowledges the company
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Outside the Mainstream” includes both a doc on race relations and a trio of fiction shorts that satirize modern Cuban life from within.
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Plenty of documentaries uphold the VIFF’s human rights theme. Burma VJ profiles the underground video journalists who told the world about the crackdown in Myanmar. Sundance award winner Afghan Star shows how, in the wake of the Taliban, a TV singing contest can become a radical experiment in democracy. Also fresh from Sundance, Earth Days revisits the beginnings of the environmental movement. A panel discussion with Vermont ACLU director ALLEN GILBERT follows a screening of William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe, a profile of the lawyer who represented ’60s radicals the “Chicago 8.” A program called “Films From Cuba:
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In addition to four full-length, locally made documentaries that have already screened around the state, VIFF is showing six films that portray the Vermont faces of “New Americans” and “Struggles With Adversity.” There’s a repeating program of eight local shorts and another of student work.
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Prolific Vermont-based actor Luis Guzmán will show up for a red-carpet gala preceding Maldeamores (Lovesickness), a 2007 drama in which he stars. Theater owner Blank, who checks out new movies at the Toronto Film Festival, has snagged some promising
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Board president Ellis says the number of films hasn’t increased significantly from last year, when audiences had just four days to see them. But each screens several times, allowing people “to access the films a lot easier.” She hopes the new schedule will help the organizers “build up an awareness of the festival” as the week goes on. Another experiment: Neighboring restaurant Zen Gardens will stay open late on weekends for those who want to debate cinematography over hot and sour. What’s to see? Here are some standouts, divided into categories. For the complete schedule and showtimes, go to www.vtiff.org.
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but he was more about pari-mutuel than punditry. Born to humble beginnings in an Ohio mill town, he parlayed a savant-like understanding of gambling and a sleazy, ruffian’s charm into fame and, occasionally, fortune. For more than a decade, the Greek was one of America’s most recognizable faces and he legitimized gambling on a national scale. But, as Mitchell gracefully demonstrates, Snyder’s fall was as precipitous as his ascent was dramatic. In 1988, at the prodding of a television reporter, the Greek opined on the supposed superiority of black athletes over their white counterparts, infamously crediting slavery and selective breeding. He was immediately dismissed from CBS and essentially exiled from public life. Jimmy the Greek died in 1996, broken — and broke. Mitchell’s film is part of an ambitious project recently undertaken by ESPN called “30 for 30,” a series of original documentary films made in celebration of the sports
ones for VIFF. The Messenger, with Woody Harrelson and Samantha Morton, has an Iraq war home-front theme. The Men Who Stare at Goats features George Clooney as a “Warrior Monk” who believes the U.S. military can triumph by developing psychic powers — yes, it’s a comedy. In the costume-drama realm, there’s The Young Victoria, starring Emily Blunt as the queen, which closes the VIFF. Ellis says the fest’s collaboration with Palace 9 “seems really beneficial on both sides. This year we’re hoping to gauge how the festival’s working.” The Vermont International Film Festival runs Friday, October 23, through Sunday, November 1, at Palace 9 in South Burlington. Info, 660-2600. www. vtiff.org
entertainment network’s 30th anniversary. The brainchild of ESPN columnist Bill Simmons, “30 for 30” presents 30 films from as many filmmakers, focusing on underreported sports stories from the past three decades — stories with which the filmmakers often have a personal connection. Mitchell, a Peabody Award-winning documentarian and frequent ESPN collaborator, broke into television as an intern on “The NFL Today” during the Greek’s tenure. This Monday, ESPN Films presents a premiere screening of Mitchell’s doc, along with Muhammad and Larry by Albert Maysles (see film review, this issue), at the FlynnSpace. Both were edited by PAUL CARRUTHERS of Burlington. The Legend of Jimmy the Greek debuts on ESPN on Tuesday, November 10. ESPN Films presents The Legend of Jimmy the Greek and Muhammad and Larry at the FlynnSpace, Burlington, on Monday, October 26, at 7 p.m. $5-8. Info, 863-5966. www.flynntix.org Read Dan Bolles’ interview with Fritz Mitchell on Seven Days’ staff blog, Blurt. www.sevendaysvt.com
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perspective, is [catering to] people who bought iPhones in comparison to people buying Xbox 360. It fits in with my core of pushing video games to a more openminded demographic.” Though the general population has heard plenty about indie music and movies since the early ’90s, the term “indie games” isn’t used outside a relatively small subculture. Smith believes the release of high-quality iPhone games such as Spider will change that. The indie movement grew out of the desire of like-minded designers to create games “beyond just power fantasies — with resonance in real life,” Smith explains. Working from that paradigm, designers have crafted games that are not just playthings but artworks. Rod Humble, the executive producer of EA’s Sims division, is notable in the “art game” com-
marriage, from a locket thrown down a well to a pair of train tickets left unused beneath the dinner table. The grand joke? “It’s implicit that you [the spider] don’t care about those trappings of humanity,” says Smith. The Spider project grew to include 14 contributors, all working remotely. Kalina, also late of EA, is based in Austin, where he is a sometime food writer for alt weekly The Austinist. Other collaborators hail from Austin, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and Portland, Ore. As “ad-hoc art director,” Smith made sure that his home state has a significant presence in the game. He and Tabor took “little field trips,” photographing homes and natural features that corresponded to their vision. “I wanted all these little details that are kind of unique to Vermont,” says
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to discover treatments for diseases, and to detect bird flu in chickens and E. coli in hamburger meat. Microplate systems are essentially super-efficient test tubes: highly sophisticated detectors that look for reactions in hundreds of biological samples at once. Though even their makers admit the scanners have a certain sci-fi quality to them. “If you were to imagine 300 years in the future, you would see on Mr. Spock’s triquarter the brand BioTek,” says Vice President Adam Alpert, referring to the handheld scanners used on “Star Trek.” “Because that’s fundamentally what this is about: detecting the underlying mechanisms of biological systems.” These instruments, and the computer software that makes them run, have made
BioTek a second-generation, familyowned firm with a global footprint — a David among billion-dollar bioscience Goliaths. Forty-one years ago, BioTek was little more than an idea: Faulty medical equipment in hospitals was endangering patients, and better instruments were needed to test and calibrate it. Today, the company has diversified its product line and spread out across the world, selling on four continents. It’s one of Vermont’s fastest-growing businesses and has earned a reputation as a cuttingedge company with a hometown heart. Perhaps the ultimate sign of local loyalty: BioTek turns down — almost weekly, according to its owners — lucrative relocation offers from other states in favor of staying in Vermont. Strolling the factory floor at their Winooski manufacturing plant, the Alpert brothers nod hello to technicians hunched over BioTek’s high-tech instruments. The scanners are being fine-tuned before they’re shipped off to research labs in the U.S., China, South America and elsewhere. The factory is humming like a beehive, when all at once the workers abandon their stations and assemble in the loading dock around steaming bowls of soup and freshly baked rolls. The bosses are handing out quarterly bonus checks today — about $100 for each of the company’s 287 employees — and have ordered up lunch for their workers to
say thanks. Whenever the company exceeds a quarterly goal, 20 percent of the additional cash gets split equally among employees. “This is the funnest part of my job,” says Briar Alpert, BioTek’s CEO and president. “Our philosophy is that if the company is doing well, we want to share success with the people who are creating success.” BioTek’s profit-sharing program has put an extra $2 million in its employees’ pockets over the years, Briar Alpert says, and helped win the company Vermont Business Magazine’s 2009 Best Places to Work award in its annual employee survey. The bonus money averages $2000 per employee per year, with single quarterly payouts as large as $1000. Money is not the only source of team spirit: BioTek has a Green Team to keep it eco-friendly, and collects food scraps in a compost pile that’s sent to the Intervale.
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r. Norman Alpert founded BioTek Instruments in 1968, while working as a physiologist at UVM College of Medicine, to meet the need for equipment that tested the safety of instruments used in hospitals. Before the days of government regulation, for example, patients could get electrocuted in their hospital beds because a bed motor wasn’t grounded properly. Norman Alpert tapped his network of university colleagues to develop quality assurance products that would ensure better safety, then hired a work force to engineer them. Only seven businesses in Vermont have experienced faster growth than BioTek over the past 20 years, according to Vermont Business Magazine. But its annual revenues are still relatively minuscule — $68 million in 2008 — compared
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New math test scores place Vermont schoolchildren among the brightest in the U.S. — fourth graders were third best in the nation, and eighth graders came in at number two. So why is Bret Golann so worried? Because once again, the results expose a troubling gap between rich and poor pupils, with the kids who get free or reduced-price lunches scoring 19 to 23 points lower than their peers. Golann, a university lecturer and private consultant to tech firms, worries that too many of the state’s students are falling behind in math and science and aren’t prepared to fill the growing number of high-tech jobs out there. So last year, he organized leaders from area firms into the Vermont BioSciences Alliance to promote Vermont’s small but growing biotech sector and lobby for improved science curricula in public schools. Following in the footsteps of the five-year-old Vermont Software Developers’ Alliance, “We brought a lot of people together to talk about needs of bioscience companies, and there is a need for more qualified employees,” says Golann, who serves as president of VBSA. Today, Vermont is home to 90 biotech companies that employ some 1100 workers — firms such as Green Mountain Antibodies in Burlington, which isolates cells that produce antibodies and “immortalizes” them so they become like mini-factories for diseasefighting proteins. The biotech sector is adding jobs at seven times the state’s average rate, according to Golann, but many companies can’t find qualified workers here. Bill Church is president of Green Mountain Antibodies and the father of a fifth grader and a third grader. Public schools should treat science like sports, Church says, as something kids can do every day after school if they choose. “We need to tap into the natural curiosity that children have at an earlier age,” he says. “Science is all about how we are going to take care of ourselves and take care of the world” — and getting kids excited about that should be easy, Church says. Convincing kids may be the easy part. Persuading state education officials to make the serious curricular changes the alliance wants to see in science, technology, engineering and math could be a harder sell. “We can work together with them to provide experiences — work experiences, internships, not just at the college level but for high schoolers,” Church says. “That is where I hope this organization will go.” — A.B.
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Once you’re in Logic Supply, it’s a family, according to Groeneveld. “I love my people,” she coos. She wants to know what her employees’ goals are and how she can help them achieve them. In the event that they choose to move beyond Logic Supply, Groeneveld says, she wants her employees to have transferable skills. Groeneveld looks more like a buddy than a boss. Although her business is global, she retains that small-town humility — and often comes to work wearing jeans, hoodies, T-shirts and sneakers. She seems slightly nervous about being interviewed, but her trepidation is endearing. If there’s a strict hierarchy at Logic Supply, it’s hard to see evidence of it. Groeneveld’s desk is wedged in the corner of a big room she shares with her employees. Before the economy tanked, she used to host “Beer Fridays” for her over-21 employees. The weekly ritual allowed folks to socialize and get to know one another in a more casual, intimate setting. By building a company on a foundation of collegiality and mutual respect, the Groenevelds are securing their business’ future, assuming they continue
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Defense Mechanisms Here in Vermont, we’re surrounded — by military contractors BY K E N P IC AR D
Love it or hate it, the Pentagon’s enveloping embrace touches all 50 states. Defense contractors can be found in more than 90 percent of all congressional districts, and Vermont is no exception. In 2008, total federal contracts awarded in the Green Mountain State exceeded $529 million — down from a decade high of $901 million in 2007. The bulk of that money was spent on defense-related aeronautical supplies: aircraft parts, missile and explosive components, guns, ammunition and “quick-reaction capability equipment,” according to the Federal Procurement Data System. But while most Vermonters are probably familiar with the state’s largest defense firms — General Dynamics of Burlington and the Goodrich Corporation of Vergennes — scores of smaller firms doing business in Vermont sell goods and services to the U.S. military. Many have been around for decades but maintain relatively low profiles. Sometimes it’s because they don’t advertise, recruit or sell their wares in state. Other times it’s because they perform sensitive or even classified research and development. Still others choose to fly under the public radar due to Vermont’s left-leaning populace, which often takes a dim view of all Pentagon projects. Still, as overall spending on defense contracts has swelled in recent years — from $133 billion in 2000 to $391 billion in 2008 — so too has the number of defense contractors operating in Vermont’s tech sector, which employs some of the state’s highest skilled and best-paid
workers. This week, Seven Days takes a closer look at a few of those firms in our own backyard to find out what they do, who they employ and why they’re here. All were asked whether their products are considered dual-use technologies — that is, available for both military and civilian applications — and whether Vermont’s congressional delegation had a hand in bringing them business. (Note: All contract dollar figures listed below are those reported for FY 2009 by the Federal Procurement Data System.)
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Location: Winooski Number of VT employees: 95 2009 defense contracts: $1,413,247 This privately held manufacturing firm has been in Winooski since the Grunvald family relocated there from their native Montréal in 1978. Vice president Jeff Grunvald, who still runs the company with his father and brother, says that about 75 percent of their business — roughly $10 million annually in sales — is defense related. Preci-Manufacturing makes precision mechanical components used in planes, helicopters, ships, submarines and heavy armored vehicles. The company initially moved to the Burlington area to be closer to its main customer, IBM, though those sales have since dried up. When asked if Vermont’s congressional delegation was helpful in landing those defense contracts, Grunvald chuckled and said, “They’ve come to me for more advice than they’ve given to me.”
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Location: Milton slideshow Number of VT employees: 40, not including freelance consultants 2009 defense contracts: $2,359,000 In 1986, company cofounders Jack ev left their Scully and Ernie Blood end ysvt.c previa ous employer and current competitor, Polhemus Inc. of Colchester, to launch Ascension Technology, a small hightech start-up company. The firm began by making computer hardware that lets fighter pilots aim their weapons simply by turning their head and looking at their targets through a visor. Now in its 23rd year, the company has since shifted much of its work to the civilian sector, where it sells tracking technologies used in virtual reality games and computer animation for television and film. Recently, the company has been developing the next generation of magnetic sensors used in medical procedures, such as one that can accurately track a biopsy needle three dimensionally without exposing the patient or provider to radiation from a CT scan. Says Scully, “It totally takes the guesswork out of it.” Though most
Location: Burlington Number of VT employees: “About a dozen” 2009 defense contracts: $640,000 Since 2004, this small Burlington business has been developing infrared technology that can detect everything from roadside explosives to smuggled uranium to food-borne pathogens. According to founder/president Ken Puzey, much of the company’s recent R&D has been done for the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, developing a method for rapidly diagnosing malaria. “I don’t think most people realize that the Army spends quite a bit of money on medical research, pushing very advanced technologies that will be of great benefit to people in civilian hospitals,” Puzey says. QuantaSpec also has developed a tool for quickly identifying hospital-acquired infections, which affect about 2 million Americans and kill 180,000 annually. In some cases, the company’s technology can also reduce diagnostic times from 72 hours to several seconds, saving more lives. The company’s latest foray is into cancer research, using similar technology to speed those diagnoses as well. Why is QuantaSpec in Vermont? Says Puzey, “There’s a large pool of highly educated but underutilized people in the area.”
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Defense Mechanisms « p.31 informed medical decisions. Based on a system developed by company founder and Vermont medical innovator Dr. Larry Weed, PKC’s staff compiles the most up-to-date data from peer-reviewed medical literature and research projects and enters them into a computer. Then, the company’s software allows a doctor to enter specific symptoms — say, chest pains or headaches — match them with the patient’s medical history, and pull up the universe of known conditions that could potentially cause them. As longtime CEO Howard Pierce explains, in an age when the scope of medical research is expanding at an exponential rate all over the world, “Everyone agrees that it’s physically impossible for anyone to do this in their head anymore.” Though PKC’s software has obvious civilian uses, Pierce notes that the company’s biggest customer is still the military, which uses its software to help keep military personnel deployable. Pierce is a big fan of Vermont’s senior senator: “Senator Leahy was absolutely instrumental in our early years,” he says. “I can’t say enough about him and his staff.”
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location: shelburne Number of Vt employees: 1 2009 defense contracts: $99,000 Versatilis owner and founder George Powch was a bit wary of answering a reporter’s questions about what his firm does. A virtual company with about half a dozen partners and collaborators scattered nationwide, Versatilis is “all about R&D focused on enabling flexible electronics on flexible substrates.” In layperson’s terms, that means developing new technologies, such as computer monitors, that can be rolled up instead of opening and closing like a clamshell. “Someday,” says Powch, “the clothes you wear may display different patterns, so you can download the fashions of the day.” Although all the work Powch does has dual-use applications, Versatilis’ primary dealings are with the Defense Advanced Research Products Agency, the R&D arm of the Pentagon known for funding such “high-risk, high-reward” projects as the first hypertext system and the Global Positioning System. When asked if Vermont’s congressional team has been at all helpful in landing his company’s contracts, Powch sounded a scornful note: “No. I’ve tried, but they were useless.” m
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ow much would you pay to outsource the most tedious, physically demanding aspects of your job? That question arose for Pete and Madonne Rainville in April 2008, when their dairy barn burned down and they considered how to rebuild it. They could go back to the old-fashioned, tiestall milking barn, in which Pete, now 40, would have to attach the milk pumps on his cows manually. But all that bending down, getting up and lifting was wearing out his joints so much that he was already on a regular regimen of physical therapy. The Rainvilles could rebuild a more Name efficient and ergoPaul Godin nomic milking parlor, with elevated stalls Town and overhead pump Enosburg, Vt. holders. But it would Job still shackle Pete to a Robotic milker 6-hour-per-day milksalesman ing schedule, and they couldn’t imagine their four young daughters taking up that burden someday. Then they discovered the Lely Astronaut, a robotic milking machine that reduces farmers’ milking duties to minutes a day and can be monitored from a personal computer. A complete unit that can milk 65 cows costs $200,000, but eliminates the expense, and the headaches, of labor. The Rainvilles went for it. Their laser-guided robot has been running since early August and its owners are happy customers. Robotic milking systems are widespread in Europe, where they’ve been in use for the past 20 years. But they’re only just gaining ground here, since the technology had to catch up to the United States’ high standards for milk quality and animal welfare. Just two farms in Vermont use the systems so far — the other one is Nordic Farm in Charlotte — and only about 100 other units are in use in the rest of the U.S. Paul Godin, 38, who sells and services robotic milking systems for the Netherlands-based Lely Group, is hoping to change that. Godin grew up on a dairy farm in Enosburg, then got an associate’s degree in business and went into the sales
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side of the dairy industry. He’s been with Lely for six years; last fall, he became the state’s sole dealer of robotic milkers. Most recent innovations in the dairy business have focused on increasing milk supply. Sexed semen, for instance, nearly guarantees female calves. When it comes to gadgets for efficiency and convenience, however, “the robot’s it,” declares Godin. Seven Days caught up with Godin at the Rainville farm in Fairfax to see the robot in action. Seven Days: Describe a cow’s day when it’s being milked by a robot. Paul Godin: The robot runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and the cows are free to come in and get milked up to four times per day. They’re lured with grain. After a little training, they know to walk through the gate. If she’s not ready yet, it’ll divert her back to the barn. These cows are completely volunteering themselves to the robot. It’s like nature — in nature, a calf will suck on her mother 30 times in a day. The concept of milking cows twice a day, that’s for human comfort, not for the cow. The cow here is volunteering her milk and going at will. You’ll see cows come in every day within minutes of the day before. They establish their own hierarchy, their own schedule. It’s amazing to watch. SD: How did the robot technology have to change to be allowed in the U.S.? PG: The innovation comes in the perquarter milking in the udder. A cow has four quarters, four teats, and it milks each quarter independently. So, as one quarter completes its milking process, it retracts the teat cup and no longer milks that quarter. In a conventional system, all four go on and they all stay on until the last one’s done. So it’s sucking on that teat until there’s nothing left. It causes stress, which is an animal-welfare issue.
SD: How does the robotic arm orient itself to attach to the cow? PG: The first time the cow uses the robot you have to manually move the arms so that the lasers can identify the teat points. It builds on that from that day forward. Usually when they begin lactating, the udders are hard and engorged, and the robot uses that information. The laser takes over and re-verifies that information. It gets faster and faster each time. It also knows where her udder is based on her position in the box. There are sensors in the floor and they also weigh the cows, which helps identify health problems.
SD: What’s the farmer’s level of involvement with a robot? PG: They have a small checklist daily. Hose the floor down, check the tubes for cracks. The computer system has a main box in the milkhouse, and if the robot breaks down for any reason, it will phone the Rainvilles at whatever number we have programmed. Wherever they are, it’ll tell them what the problem is: The robot’s not getting a chemical, it’s not washing properly, there’s a failed milking or something that’s not allowing the cows to get milked. If they go on vacation, they just program a different phone number.
SD: How does the milk get into the tank? PG: The robot has one tube for each teat … The tubes go through the milk quality control device, which has light and sound sensors. The sound sensors detect milk flow and determine when she’s done. The light sensors are checking for mastitis and blood, any deviations in milk quality. It’s all harvested in one receiver jar until she’s totally done. At the same time, the milk quality control is graphing the milk quality in the computer. If the milk’s good, it sends it out through this pipe across the ceiling and into the milk tank. If it’s not good, it dumps the milk down the drain or into these buckets, depending on what the farmer would like.
SD: Do you think it’s just a matter of time before robots become the norm on dairy farms? PG: It’s just a matter of time. Any farmer that comes here, they’re amazed. It’s so quiet. The cows are happy cows, and the farmers are not beat down. Because they’re freed up from the milking monotony, they’ll do a better job with their feed, with their crops … Cows cost between $1500 and $2000 apiece, and when you’re driving them into these big parlors and they can’t handle that stress, the cows only live about three years. The cows can live 10 to 12 years here.
SD: What does the computer software track? PG: It’s called Time for Cows and it has animated red and green dials that show cow lactation, udder health, grain intake, milk visits, failed milkings, total milk produced for the day, average milk for the day per cow, milk visits for the day and more. I can log in to the computer from anywhere and check all of it myself.
SD: If this takes off in Vermont, what kind of jobs will it create? PG: It’s going to be high-tech jobs. Computer skills. Working with people worldwide, learning robotics, electrical. I’m hoping to have three or four guys. m
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here’s no robotic substitute for human judgment. But GMCR’s “cupping” room — where batches of beans are routinely evaluated by expert tasters — builds from that wisdom an elaborate system of quality control. Rotating tables holding sets of 10 white porcelain coffee cups spin wildly as staffers bend at the waist to spoon up each brew. Slurping is de rigueur. After each sip, notes are jotted on clipboards. GMCR offers more than 100 different blends, roasts and flavors — some with names that make coffee purists roll their eyes, such as Golden French Toast, Cinnamon
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GMCR cuppers go through intensive training to learn this lingo: They absorb a special scoring system — an 80 is apparently not so good; an 84 is awesome — and a common vocabulary for discussing how coffee tastes and smells. They also need to know the desirable characteristics of beans from various regions of the world: Some should have lemon undertones, while others may taste of chocolate, flowers or cedar. Much of this is standard practice in the specialty coffee world, although it’s common to taste five or six cups per session, rather than GMCR’s 10. Moreover, says lead coffee buyer Lindsay Bolger, her team doesn’t just give suppliers a passing or failing grade; it details exactly why the coffee is or isn’t good enough. In the case of the Bolivian they just sampled, the reason for rejection is the medicinal flavor that appeared in just two out of 10 cups. “We’re trying to ensure that standards are communicated so they know what’s required to be a GMCR supplier,” Bolger explains. When GMCR rejects a batch of coffee (which weighs around 37,500 pounds), the potential suppliers can use the feedback to improve their practices. If they succeed, they may get a contract next time around. For the last seven years, all cupping notes have been entered in Excel spreadsheets. The data is used to identify all kinds of trends. Fair Trade purchaser and technophile Ed Canty is happy to show off the system. The first sheet he pulls demonstrates how each team member has evaluated coffees from different countries over time. “[One staffer] is very negative on Colombian while [another] is very positive,” notes Canty. Another page displays the “rejection rate by vendor,” making it easy to see where the best — and worst — beans are coming from. A less useful but fun piece of data: If the cups of coffee the team sampled last year were laid
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Since matt naDEau of Rock Art received Hansen’s “cease and desist” letter on September 14, he’s seen an outpouring of support. As of Monday night, a Facebook page in support of the brewery had garnered nearly 14,000 members. Earlier that day, Nadeau says, he received a call from Sen. bERnIE sanDERs, who plans to send Hansen a letter of his own. How is the big biz reacting to all the publicity? “It got them talking,” says Nadeau, who admits that it’s proving tough to negotiate an agreement suitable to both sides. “Hopefully it will be a win for social media, and people will realize they have some new tools to lean on businesses when they’re being unreasonable.” m
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Sometimes those who own the most cookbooks use them the least — because they’re daunted by all those pages of possibilities. It was a problem part-time Wilmington resident JanE KElly faced every time she wanted to whip up a stew or bake a cake. “I’ve got a lot of cookbooks, about 700, and lots of other food reference books as well,” she says. “I never had the time to look through and find recipes.” Kelly’s solution? “I said to a friend that, in an ideal world, I’d build myself a database of recipes so that I could search them,” she recalls. So she did. Her new business, an online service called Eat youR booKs, allows users to create a virtual bookshelf. Right now, Kelly, her sister and a handful of freelancers are “indexing” cookbooks as fast as they can. They’re selecting the most popular and influential tomes and typing in the names and main ingredients of every single recipe. Once a book has been indexed, its
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Just six months ago, most Burlingtonians had never heard of a “gastropub.” Now the town is slated to get another one next spring — in the Bank Street former home of the downtown McDonald’s, vacant since the summer of 2007. The still-nameless eatery will be owned by Rob DownEy and Paul saylER of amERIcan FlatbREaD, along with JED DavIs, a former staffer at New York restos Daniel and Union Square Café, who’s currently part of the thREE tomatoEs tRattoRIa group. Davis, who will operate the resto, says it will boast numerous craft beers on tap, about 100 seats indoors and 70 to 80 more outdoors in summer. “There’s a huge basement and high ceilings,” he reports. “We intend to renovate the downstairs into a rathskeller type of thing.” What’ll be on the menu? Lots of all-beef patties, for one thing. But the rounds at the new spot will be a far cry from the ones the fast-food workers used to sling. “The menu will be designed around products we can get locally,” Davis says. “In my conversations with farmers, I’ve heard that they have lots of ground beef they want to sell. Burgers seem to be the logical choice.” Other fare will include local cheeses and house-made charcuterie, plus casual entrées such as meatloaf and chicken and biscuits. “I think the fun is to take those items and apply a fine-dining precision to them,” Davis opines. “The goal is really to show off the products available in Vermont.” Are the owners worried about competition from the newly opened bluEbIRD tavERn or the upcoming Germanflavored Das bIERhaus? Not a
bit. “The more locally owned restaurants the merrier,” Davis says cheerfully. “It’s a great location, and I think Burlington needs this restaurant. I think it can fill a lot of voids.” Want to help give B-town’s new gastropub a name? We’re having a contest! Visit our website for a chance to be immortalized — and win a $150 gift certificate.
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Norder calculates. A study found that about half were still in business five years after their launch, he says. Linda Fountain-Provost, co-owner of Profoun Salsa, says she turned to the Venture Center for help after learning from the state health department a few years ago that she couldn’t lawfully continue to cook up commercial quantities of salsa in her home in Vergennes. “Brian talked us through everything we needed to know,” Fountain-Provost recalls. Since she started preparing her salsa in the Fairfax plant, it’s reached the shelves of 80 stores in Vermont and upstate New York. Fountain-Provost says she’ll definitely drive from Vergennes to Hardwick, “even though the travel is outrageous,” because the Venture Center gives her capabilities she could never replicate at home. She hopes to become more efficient in her production process, however, so that she will need to use the center only once or twice a month rather than weekly, as is currently the case. Marsha Phillips pauses from pouring maple-sugar-dusted nuts into a dump pan at the Venture Center to express her own appreciation for what the facility offers. Phillips, owner of the Mapled Nut Co., says she’s able to process 25 pounds of nuts in one session at the center, as compared with four pounds at her home in Montgomery. “I’ll certainly be going to Hardwick,” she says. Norder himself, a former foodand-beverage services manager at Smugglers’ Notch, confesses to having initially opposed the move to Hardwick when the center’s owner, the Economic Development Council of Northern Vermont, was weighing siting options in 2006. At that time, the Caledonia County town was just beginning to emerge as a nexus of agricultural innovation and
loading dock. Bottles and jars must be placed one at a time beneath an automatic filler that lacks a conveyor belt. Many of the aging machines malfunction from time to time, and Norder finds himself whacking them back into working order, sometimes with the help of a local plumber and electrician. “Brian’s done an incredible job of patching that place,” observes Fountain-Provost, the salsa maker. “To say it’s falling apart is putting it mildly. We sometimes think we’re going to fall through the floor.”
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The center was renovated a few years ago, but doing so again “isn’t something that would make much sense,” Norder says as he leads a visitor from room to room in a space bearing little resemblance to a modern food-production plant. Appearances notwithstanding, the level of food science at the Venture Center is quite high, Norder says. He actually reckons it to be “unmatched not only in Vermont but in most of the country.” Norder works with consultants from Cornell and the University of Vermont to advise center clients on the chemistry of production. In one case, for instance, he persuaded a producer to switch from liquid to dry honey to speed up and improve the cooking process.
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The Fairfax facility contains some equipment that fledgling food producers can’t find elsewhere. Jeff Mitchell built the Green Mountain Co-Pack factory in South Burlington, which serves many specialty food businesses around the state, but he still relies on the blast freezer at the Venture Center in Fairfax, where his company got its start. Norder explains that the walk-in unit rapidly lowers food temperatures to minus-20 degrees Fahrenheit, enhancing the quality of whatever’s being frozen. Mitchell says “it remains to be determined” whether he’ll make the trip to Hardwick, which he describes as being “in the middle of nowhere.” But he acknowledges he’s not likely to acquire a blast freezer of his own. Jim Harrison, manager of the Vermont Specialty Food Association, suggests that “moving the center further from Chittenden County will create issues for some who use it now and for some others who might have used it but who we don’t even know about yet.” If a do-over were possible, Harrison adds, “I’d love to see them pick an area closer to Chittenden County.” Fairfax itself “isn’t exactly on the edge of downtown Burlington,” notes Helen Labun-Jordan, food policy administrator for the Vermont Agency of Agriculture. Norder has, in any event, done “a lot of outreach all over Vermont, and that will continue once they’re in Hardwick,” Labun-Jordan adds. Norder and some other Vermont food professionals suggest that Burlington’s Intervale would be the ideal site for a Chittenden County incubator. Such an initiative has long been discussed by city officials and local entrepreneurs, but it hasn’t progressed beyond the vision stage. An effort to start a food venture center somewhere in Rutland County is much further advanced. “We see it as completely complementary to what’s happening in Hardwick,” says Tara Kelly, whose Rutland Area Farm and Food Link organization is working on the proposal in collaboration with the Rutland Redevelopment Authority. The plan is still at the preliminary stage, Kelly points out. The actual opening of a venture center in that part of Vermont lies at least three years in the future, she conjectures. In Randolph, Bacon’s production plant is already up and running. Because she knew she wouldn’t make the two-plus-hour drive to Hardwick, Bacon built the 7800-square-foot facility, which opened in March. It now employs 11 Vermonters who assist more than 50 start-up producers from around the state and beyond in preparing, packaging and marketing specialty foods. When the production capacity of food entrepreneurs grows and their attitudes evolve, the Venture Center becomes less useful to them, Bacon suggests. She finds that “it’s great for people who want to do smaller lines and who want to be actively involved with production on an ongoing basis. But for those trying to figure out how to take a day off, we’re a step in that direction, because we can help train staff.” Bacon encourages others around the state to do as she’s done in launching a venture center of her own. “All sorts of small producers are contacting me,” she says. “There’s a really strong need for something like this.” m
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entrepreneurship, Norder notes. He worried then, he recounts, that Hardwick would prove an inconvenient locale for many of the center’s clients. A consultant’s study had in fact recommended that the center be situated somewhere in the BurlingtonBarre corridor, with an old farm in Duxbury identified as a particularly promising possibility. But many of the center’s board members argued in favor of moving to an industrial park in Hardwick, which had started to attract small food-production companies such as Vermont Soy and the now-defunct Vermont Milk Co. Other ag enterprises have sprouted nearby, including Pete’s Greens in Craftsbury, High Mowing Organic Seeds in Wolcott and the Jasper Hill Farm cheesemaking operation in Greensboro. Meanwhile,thenonprofit Center for an Agricultural Economy has been marketing Hardwick as a New England ag hotspot. A New York Times article and the “Emeril Green” appearance reflect the success of its efforts. Norder eventually came to share the view of Economic Development Council director Connie Stanley Little, who describes Hardwick as “the best place for the center to be because it has established such a strong culture for ag development.” Norder and Stanley Little also agree that the planned move involves more than just a 40-mile geographic shift. In Hardwick, they say, the Venture Center will focus more on basic food stuffs than on specialty items, which have accounted for most of the production at the Fairfax facility. Some of those upset about the relocation are based in the Burlington area, which is home to “the more affluent group” that makes and consumes specialty foods, Norder observes. New clients from the Northeast Kingdom will probably step forward to replace those who drop out when the center relocates farther from Vermont’s major population centers, Norder adds. He notes that 33 current and potential producers attended a recent Venture Center workshop in Greensboro. Such sessions in the Burlington and Montpelier areas never draw more than 15 participants, Norder says. The Hardwick plant will also include production nodes absent in Fairfax. Meat will be cut, ground, cooked and smoked at the new facility, which will likewise feature a dairy processing unit and a raw foods packing room. Jasper Hill Farm has signed on as an anchor tenant at the Hardwick plant, where it will offer four- to six-month internships for aspiring cheese makers, Norder adds. Vermont Soy has also agreed to lease space in the $3 million center, which is being built mostly with federal money procured by Patrick Leahy, a senior member of the U.S. Senate’s Agriculture and Appropriations committees. No one disputes that the Fairfax facility has become outmoded and downright dilapidated. It’s housed in the center of town in a 100-year-old clapboard building that looks its age — and then some. The sagging two-story structure has served as a Masonic temple, a general store and the home of Gérard Haute Cuisine, a cooking company owned by Vermont bread maker extraordinaire Gérard Rubaud. Producers must now make do with roughly 3600 square feet of usable space — about one-quarter of what will be available to them in Hardwick. The mostly refurbished equipment at the current site includes a foot-pumped lift cart for moving pallets from a narrow
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$36,300; 3 people combined less than $40,800. EHO ADA. Info: Keen’s Crossing, 802-655-1810, www. keenscrossing.com. Apt. in Huntington Roomy 1 BR. Lg. kitchen w/ dining area. W/D. Great area for hiking, biking, cross country skiing. Call Martin or Jackie, 434-7649. BTV RIVERWATCH CONDO RENT Flat, 2 BRs, 1 BA. Pool, parking, $1000/mo., 1-year lease, free heat & water, W/D hookup, near FAHC hospital. Avail. Nov. 1. Info: 802-8728189, vtriverwatch. webs.com. BURLINGTON 3-BR HOME $1600 1.5-BA ranch, fenced yard, New North End near bike path, beach, D/W, W/D, basement rec/study/storage, pet w/ deposit, $1600/mo., call 802-497-1260. BURLINGTON STUDIO APT. Avail. Nov. 1. Ethan Allen Parkway, cozy, private apt. w/ combined sleeping/living area, kitchen, full BA, parking, electric heat, refs. req. $495/mo. + utils. Info: 802-862-1109.
Bright, Clean Richmond Apt 2 BR, 1 BA. 1100 sq.ft., plenty of parking, pet friendly, W/D room. Avail. now. $1225/mo. incl. heat, lawncare, plowing, trash removal. Info: Atwood Holdings, LLC, Jeffrey Atwood, 802-363-0914. Bristol Village Very spacious 1+ BR apt. avail. now. Newly renovated, wide pine floors, basement storage, walking distance from downtown. Incl. a backyard, off-street parking, lawn mowing, snow removal, water & sewer. NS/pets. $775/ mo. + utils. Info: Call Louise at 802-453-5841 or 802-989-1518. Burlington Avail. now. 31 Hyde St. 3-BR condo, 1.5-BA, W/D, low utils., parking. $1150/mo. No dogs. Info: 802-862-7467. Burlington 2-BR apt. HDWD floors, close to hospital. Heat incl. Parking for 1 car. Avail. Nov. 1. $1650/mo. Info: 802-363-2650.
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Lovely Shelburne house priced below assessed value. Convenient location in fantastic neighborhood. Walk to stores, bus line and beautiful park with playground. Large, finished basement, 3 bedrooms and office. Huge backyard. Quiet street. Fresh paint. $259,000 call Meg handler (802) 846-9579 || www.Meghandler.com coldwell banker hickok & boardman realty
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Adorable 3 bedroom Cape with original hardwood floors, natural woodwork & arched entries! Fabulous screened-in porch, great deck off back, detached one car garage and a 50 x 257 ft lot. Plenty of room for pets and kids to play in their own backyard! $259,000 Call Brian Boardman (802) 846-9510 || www.BrianBoardmanvt.com Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty
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Burlington 2 BR 1st-floor apt. just completely renovated inside & out. Off-street parking, 1-car garage, basement W/D & storage. Sorry, no pets. $1100/mo. Info: Adam Mason, 973-556-5610.
Beautiful wooded setting right on Lake Iroquois. Quiet, dead-end street. Year-round house. 2 wood stoves. 5 minutes to Hinesburg Village. 20 minutes to Burlington. Great expansion potential. 1.4 acres. 100 feet of waterfront. Gorgeous eastern views. $399,000 Call Meg Handler (802) 846-9579 || www.MegHandler.com Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman realty
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Large, private yard and seasonal lake and mountain views enhance this spacious 5 bedroom home. Large stone fireplace in living room with vaulted ceiling. Large kitchen/family room area and beautiful hardwood floors. $419,900
now thru July 15, Burlington10/19/09 Condo 2010, CBHB-2909751-bri-102109.indd 1:11:19 PM $1600/mo. Info:1 Lakefront Coldwell Banker Hickok 1400 sq.ft. 2 BRs, 1 full & & Boardman, Kaitlyn 2 1/2 BAs, fireplace, deck Dorey, 802-846-9568, w/ grill, new front-load rentals@hickokandW/D. Beautiful sunsets boardman.com, www. over Lake Champlain. HickokandBoardman. Garage. On Burlington com. bike path 4 miles from downtown. 2 levels. Burlington South $1650/mo. End 1 BR Apt. $850/mo. + utils. Burlington Gas heat/HW. Off-street Immaculate Home parking. Quiet Hayward Saratoga Ave.: 3 BRs, St. location. Walk to 1.5 BAs, 1536 sq.ft. w/ downtown. NS/pets. shining HDWD, family Owner occupied. Info: room w/ vaulted ceiling 802-383-0998. & skylights. Both BAs renovated, built-ins,
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Great size lot and walking distance to downtown Burlington. Four bedrooms, 2.5 baths which have been recently renovated, hardwood floors in dining room, family room and all bedrooms. Lower level has large bonus room fireplace! $395,000
Spacious 2nd floor apt., newly renovated inside & out. Off-street parking, 1-car garage, basement W/D & storage. Sorry, no pets. $1250/mo. Info: Adam Mason, 973-556-5610.
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Beautiful, private 1.3 acre lot! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, fireplace in family room, one bedroom on first floor with walk-in closet. You can hear the rushing water from the falls while gardening! $295,000
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This 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit has an abundance of light throughout, cathedral ceilings and a fantastic loft perfect for work or play! Private backyard, pool and tennis, are just a few of the benefits of convenient condo living! $165,000
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Experience it when you step inside this eyecatching 3 bedroom central air conditioned South Burlington Condo with 1st floor study. Its appealing great room offers built-ins flanking a gas lit fireplace, and master suite boasts Otter Creek closet. $323,500
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This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is a great value for downtown Burlington. Just two blocks from Church Street, this home is a short walk to the bus route, restaurants and other amenities. Seller is a Vermont licensed realtor. $310,000
Live in the village and walk to school and stores, yet have sheep in the backyard. Well-preserved and updated older home with three bedrooms, bath and a half. $209,000
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3-BR, 3-BA colonial in a picturesque country setting w/ views of Camel’s Hump on 4.29 acres. In perfect move-in condition. Convenient to Burlington, Middlebury. Recent exterior paint job, refinished deck and quality finished basement sun drenched in southern light. $425,000. tony shaw 802-862-6880 donahue & Associates
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To Be Built Cape style home near village and CVU. First floor master bedroom, ample kitchen, energy efficient heating system & full front porch. Municipal utilities! Second floor is unfinished & rough plumbed-Other design possibilities available, call today! $272,000. Call greentree real estate 802-482-5232 www.vermontgreentree.com
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GREAT FALL SAVINGS $1000 Alburgh, Vt., beautiful 3 BR w/ HDWD & wall-to-wall carpet, gas fireplace, fully applianced, W/D. 2.5 BAs, 1-car attached garage, finished basement. $1000/mo., incl. heat/HW. 3 avail. Info: 802-372-3148.
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Spectacular 8 years young Lincoln Log home on 45 private acres. 2000+ sq. ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Great room with impressive stone chimney. All natural interior finishes & 42’ screened porch. Detached 2 car garage & more. $452,000.
Major price reduction. Estate sale. Post and beam on 47 Acres with brook, waterfall and trails. Very special with gardens and heated outbuilding. This 3 bedroom with 2 full baths is a gem. New Price $399,900.
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Incredible historic building on the national preservation register. Presently the home of Sherwood Real Estate and The Richford Antique and Craft Center. The registered trademark `The Pink Lady` will be conveyed to the buyer with the property. All antiques are negotiable. All original woodwork. Also, the building is featured in the East Coast Victorian book. Three floor sprinkler system. Broker owned. $299,000
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Huntington Village Victorian with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, over 2900 sq.ft. The original fine points still present. A rental apartment with private entrance and a large barn/garage/studio offer endless possibilities! Own a bit of the area’s history! $296,500.
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4 bedroom colonial in a quiet neighborhood walking distance to University and Medical Center. Great space with open floor plan, big walk-out finished basement and year round sunroom overlooking private landscaped garden. Location location location! $387,900. James Sector 802-862-9700 x15 || Re/Max Preferred www.vthomesonline.com
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Great 2-BR, 1-BA duplex Charming apt. w/ HDWD, fireplace, gas heat, W/D in basement, garage. Great family neighborhood in Burlington’s South End. Info: Peg Maffitt, 802-238-5722, Pegmaffitt@aol.com.
Lake House w/ 200’ lake front, stairways to dock, 3 BR, DW, W/D, on 2 acres. Sunny, open views, closed-in porch. Dep., lease. $1500/mo. Info: Jeane Williams, 802-522-3826, www. granitegardens.com.
Jericho 3-BR Duplex Country setting, convenient to I89 and IBM. $1350/mo. + utils. NS/pets. Avail Nov. 1. Info: 802-878-2607.
Lincoln House for Rent Country home w/ 3 BRs, 2 BAs. Appliances incl. $800/mo. + utils. 1st, last, sec. dep. required. Info: Jean Clark, 802-
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Luxury Living Avail. Now! 1-BR, $1200, 1-BR loft $1525, special 1-BR + den $1195, 2-BR $1395-$1495, 3-BR $1700. Reduced security deposit of only $500! Heat & HW incl.! Fitness center, media room, covered parking! Pets allowed! EHO ADA. Info: Keen’s Crossing, 802-655-1810, www. keenscrossing.com.
N. Ferrisburg 1-BR, spacious, sunny, HDWD floors throughout, convenient location. $575/mo. + utils. Avail. Oct. 15. Pets OK. Info: 802-3434820. NICE SOUTH END LOCATION Burlington. Corner of Lyman Ave. & Pine St. 2 BRs, 2nd floor. On bus route. $750/mo. + utils. Info: 802-862-1996.
Old North End 1 BR. Avail. Nov. Pet friendly, NS. No W/D. $750/mo. incl. trash, water, sewage. Street parking. Info: JoAnn Nichols, 802-651-6863. Quiet 2 BR, 2 BA + office Burlington. Well maintained, energy efficient, spacious, HDWD, spiral staircase, private front/ back porch, perennial gardens, full basement, W/D. Avail. now. $1250/ mo. + utils. 1-yr. lease.
Info: 802-338-0430, germainstreetapt@ yahoo.com, germainstreetapartment. shutterfly.com. Richmond Village 1-BR, wood floors, W/D hookups. NS/pets please. Rinnai gas heat. $625/mo. + utils. & dep. Info: Sas, 802-8782239.
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WINOOSKI 1-BR, full BA, on-site W/D, gas heat/HW. Utils. not incl. Wireless Internet provided. NS/pets. Avail. Nov. 1. pool. NS/pets. $1100/ $750/mo. + dep. Info: mo. + utils. Refs. 802-864-9966. 10/5/09 req. Avail. now. Info:3:33:56 PM 802-985-8564. WINOOSKI Studio unit, 3/4-BA, onS. BURLINGTON site W/D, gas heat/HW. Treetop condo. Great Utils. not incl. Wireless 2-BR, 1st-floor quiet Internet provided, great unit; lg. rooms, deck w/ neighborhood. NS/pets. view of woods, carport, Avail. Nov. 1. $650/mo. swimming pool, tennis + dep. Info: 802-864courts. Avail. now. 9966. $1100/mo. Info: 802343-2681, waorleans@ WINOOSKI: PET ppdbrochure.com. FRIENDLY Weaver St.: Adorable ST. ALBANS 3 BR 2-BR, 2-full-BA apt. w/ Beautiful home only 4 minutes from interstate 700 sq.ft. Knotty pine floors, private W/D, lg. on a cul-de-sac. kitchen. Parking for Unbelievable appli1. Now; 1 year. $1000/ ances (television in the mo. Info: Coldwell fridge, anyone?), W/D, garage, basement. Dogs Banker Hickok & Boardman, Kaitlyn negotiable. $1500/mo. Dorey, 802-846-9568, Call 802-370-9461 to rentals@hickokandsee your new home. Info: www.locketerrace- boardman.com, www. HickokandBoardman. house.blogspot.com. com.
Maintenance free 10/5/09 living FSBO-DPoley100709.indd 5:04:30 PM 1 on Lake Champlain. 2-BR, 2.5-BA, 1400 sq.ft. Garage. Great views. Near bike path w/ beach access. Fireplace, deck, tennis, pool. Amazing sunsets year round. $278,999. 802-734-6770.
Cozy two bedroom,10/5/09 one 5:28:36 PM bath farm style house with lots of charm. Many recent updates including new wood floors, wood-stove and updated bathroom. Deep back yard. A must see! $175,000. Motivated seller! For info contact Matt, 802-881-2811.
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RIVERVIEW, RICHMOND 2-BR mobile home, very nice, HDWD floor LR, eat-in kitchen, 2-door refrigerator, cathedral ceiling, gas heat, deck, shed. Financing possible. Sale after divorce. $30,500. Info: 802-253-8841. HOMESHARE OPPORTUNITY Active elderly gentleman w/ Alzheimer’s needs couple to live in attached apartment, avail. Nov. 1. Rent-free in exchange for caregiving Sundays (starting 9 p.m.) through Thursdays from 6 p.m. to bedtime, w/ assistance if needed until 6 a.m. Winter maintenance of path, small dog care. Option for paid weekend caregiving. Must be flexible, patient, dependable, w/ interest & preferably skills in working w/ elders. NS. Pets on approval. If gentleman moves, apt. will become a rental. Very rural, steep hill, dirt road can be challenge in winter. X-C ski trails. Serious inquiries only, please. Info: 802-4346667. WILLISTON 170 LAMPLITE LN. 3-BR, 1.5-BA, lg. family room, den/extra BR, washroom, LR, DR, kitchen, HDWD floors, 2 fireplaces, 1-car garage, huge fenced-in lot, slider w/ nice porch, nice neighborhood.
$240,000. Info: 6h-snyder102109.indd 1 802-863-4402. WOLCOTT HOUSE/ WATERFALL Vermont classic. 1860s. Year round/ paved road. Rocking chair porch, stone patio, stately ledges. Unique. 30 min. to Vermont Studio Center, Johnson State College, Sterling College; 45 min. to Goddard College, Montpelier, Union Institute, New England Culinary Institute, Stowe skiing; 10 min. to Lake Elmore; 90 min. to Burlington. 2 BR, 1 full BA. Virtual tour at Realtor.com;
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Charlotte Female wanted for west village apt. Pets negotiable. Avail. Nov. 1. $800/mo. Incl. parking, W/D, Internet/ cable, all utils. (except phone). Dep. req. Donna, 425-4168, lv. msg. Essex Junction Room for rent, very private in 3-BR house. Parking, all utils. & W/D incl. on bus line. No pets. $600/mo. or $150/weekly. IBM employees welcome. Info: 802-363-2160. Hinesburg Share 2-BR in Hinesburg. Prefer female. $500/mo. incl. heat, HW & electric. W/D. Pets welcome. Info: Kimberly, 802343-4605. Huge, Hill Section Queer-friendly, quiet, tidy housemate wanted for newly renovated house, 3000 sq ft., HDWD, lg. backyard, garage, W/D, tons of storage, very quiet neighborhood. I am woman in her 40s w/ 2 cats. Info: 802-8621745. Master Suite in Shelburne 1 BR w/ private BA, pool/tennis, W/D, DW, reserved parking. Avail. Nov. or Dec. 1. Seeking clean, respectful professional, no drinking/drugs. $625/ mo. + 1/2 utils. Info: 802-734-0747.
Peaceful Burlington home Comfortable house w/ 1 housemate. Porches, W/D, parking, lake, beaches, parks, bike path. Mile from downtown, friendly neighborhood. Avail. Nov. 1 or sooner. $650/ mo. incl. heat & electric. Info: 802-864-2890. Quiet, Sunny Condo Share Professional/grad student roommate wanted. 2 BRs, fully furnished, Hinesburg, in country setting, w/ owner. 20 mins. to Burlington. Parking, W/D, DW, trash/recycling/snow removal, wireless & cable. HDWD throughout. $550/ mo. + share utils. Avail. immediately. NS/pets. Info: 802-310-0864. Roommate Wanted 1 BR avail. in 2-BR apt. Partly furnished. $362.50/mo. Incl. W/D, amazing views of the Adirondack mountains. Looking for quiet, respectable housemate. Avail. Dec. 1. Info: 802-989-2846. Roommate for Huntington I have an extra BR & BA avail. for rent. $375/ mo. incl. utils. We have 2 dogs, 2 cats, 24 free-range laying hens. Info: Heather Weston, 802-363-3837. Share S. Burlington Condo Lg. BR, parking, W/D, private BA, fireplace, storage. $725/mo. incl. all utils. NS/pets. Must like cats. Deposit. Brenda, 802-373-2002. West Charleston, NEK 20’x30’ multi-windowed room, piano. Shared BA/ kitchen. Compatible female, 2 cats. Wood heat, gas backup, shoveling. Rural hill location. $400/mo. + shared utils. Info: 802-895-2802.
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“Honey-Do” For all of those jobs your honey can’t get to. Small or large, home or office, 24-hr. service. A division of SS Contracting. Call Scott Sasso today! Local, reliable, honest. Info: 802-310-6926. Altogether Interiors For all your decorating needs, remodel & renovations. We sell & consign furnishings, light design, color, fabric consultations. Call for an appt. or come by 11 Maple St., Ste 11, Essex Jct. Info: 802-288-1100. Contractor Home Services Handyman repairs, projects, painting, siding, yardwork, rototilling, tree removal, metal detecting, hauling needs, snowblowing. 15% discount for seniors. 25 yrs. experience, prompt & dependable, insured. Info: Badger Construction, 802-6556869. Electrical services Master electrician. Free estimates, quality work. Full range of services, from hot tub wiring to motion sensor lights for energy conservation. Refs. avail. Info: 802-922-1329, fullcircleelectric@ comcast.net. ODD JOBS YOU BETCHA Pressure washing/ painting, fascia & trim (install, replace, repair), windows/doors, roof repairs, gutters (clean, repair), fences & decks (new, repair) + much more. Free estimates. 20+ yrs. exp. Info: 802-373-2444.
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Appliances/ Tools/Parts Leer Truck Cap Black fiberglass, fit ‘01 Tacoma. 6’ x 5’. Great condition. Locks don’t work. $350/OBO. Info: Shannon Long, 802-585-5890. Studded Snow Tires Cooper Discovery M+S. Good tread, 225/70/R16. Full set. $125/OBO. Info: 802-585-5890.
Clothing/ Jewelry HOMEMADE JEWELRY Makes perfect gifts! Asking $12 for bracelet/ earring sets, $5 for each pair of earrings, $4 for each slip-on bracelet. Email for more pictures. Info: mama2trevor@ yahoo.com. Irish Sweaters 2 new hand knit Irish sweaters, pullover, lg. size. Ivory & pale gray acrylic. $50 ea. 1 new, hand knit Irish sweater, full front zip, ivory, lg. size, acrylic/wool blend. $55. Call 4-10:30 p.m. only. Info: 802-8784431. Juniors/Misses Clothing 2 pair of brand new jeans, 2 brand new polos, 2 sweaters, 3 tank-tops, 2 tube tops. Asking $25 for it all. Info: 802-488-4598.
Coffee table Square shaped, on the larger side. In decent condition, looks a little used. Will email pictures. Info: 802-324-3175. Is Your House Haunted? Let us check it out for free. The Vermont Spirit Detective Agency: “The Private Eye For Those Who’ve Died.” Contact: vermontspirits@gmail. com. Info: Matthew Borden, 802-881-1171, bigbigdeal3@aol.com.
Furniture 3 Living Room Chairs $380/sold together, $140/each. Info: 802310-7652. Dining Set, 9 piece Ethan Allen oak. Buffet, hutch, table w/ 2 leaves & pads, 2 ladderback cushioned armchairs, 4 side chairs. $750/OBO. Info: 802-425-5345. Dining Set/Baker’s Rack 5-piece set (table/4 chairs) & rack. Solid wood w/ cherry finish & wrought-iron framing. Very good condition. $125 for all. Will separate. Pictures avail. Info: 802-8644908, tcalista2@gmail. com. FULL BED FULLY EQUIPPED Lady Englander mattress & box spring w/ frame, mattress pad, 3 sets of sheets. Optional pillows. Looks new, is clean/well kept. $120. Info: 802-343-4426. Futon for Sale Black metal frame, black mattress pad. Used for 2 months while in search of a couch. Clean, like new. Paid $140, asking $75. Info: 802-324-3175. Geriatric Chair Multi-position heavy duty recliner on wheels; washable vinyl; attachable dinner tray; breaks. Info: 802-355-1169.
Garage/Estate Sales AUCTION 8 full storage units to be auctioned off. 10 a.m., Sat., Oct. 24, 199 Flynn Ave. Please call 859-0199 w/ any questions or for directions. Info: Flynn Ave Self Storage, Joel Fichman, 802-859-0177, www.flynnaveselfstorage.com. Estate Sale in Charlotte China cabinet, lounge oak dining table w/ wood chairs, beds, dressers, night stands, 2 lg. speakers, lg. cable-ready TV, book cases, blanket chests. Everything must go. Info: Rob, 802-2388479. GARAGE SALE Interesting stuff: collectibles, knick-knacks, crafts, some furniture & rugs, women’s clothing. 9-1, Sat., Oct. 24. 129 Caroline St., Burlington (South End). No early birds, please. Huge Barn Sale Massey Ferguson 2135 tractor w/ loader, 27 ton splitter, 1990 Suzuki quad runner ATV w/ 440 hrs. EZ go electric golf cart, compressor, trailers, fishing & hunting gear, tools galore, Troy-built tiller. Fri. & Sat., Oct. 24-25, 12-5 p.m. 14 Corena Ct., Blair Park, Williston.
Kid Stuff 2 Britax Denim Car Seats Roundabout, 1 dark denim, 1 light denim. Great condition. $100/ pair. 5-pt. harness system w/ latch. Children up to 40 lbs. Removable, washable covers. Pet-, smoke-, accident-free. Info: fkorganize@yahoo.com. Bee Costume 12-24 months Cute, worn 1x. Covers the kid’s bum & head for a cold night. Yellow/ black, will send a picture. You pick up in Bolton/Burlington. $15. Info: lochermelanie@ yahoo.com. Size 5 Toddler Boy Shoes In excellent shape, only worn once! Original price $29.99, asking $10. Serious inquiries only! Info: 802-4884598.
American Bulldog Puppies 6, purebred, registered. Ready to go. Vet exam & vaccinations. 8 weeks old. $800. Exceptional markings. Adults on premises. Barre. Info: Lynn Anne Lajeunesse, 802-272-6093, lynnannelaj@aol.com. American Bulldog Puppies NKC registered. 3 males, 2 females, born Sept. 6. Family raised, well socialized, parents on premises, top bloodlines, $900 (spay/neuter), $1100 full breeding rights, health guaranteed. Info: 518597-3090, tmpotter@ bluemoo.net, www. coldspringskennel.com.
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We Buy Vintage Clothes We buy, sell, trade vintage clothing, jewelry, kitschy decor from the 1980s & earlier. Contact the Getup Vintage, locations in Montpelier & Burlington. Info: The Getup Vintage Clothing, 802-279-5942, jeff@ thegetup.com, www. thegetupvintage.etsy. com.
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Sports Equipment Bell Bike trailer Gently used, perfect for 2 toddlers. Safety straps & rain flaps to keep out cold/wind. Lightweight, safe. $45. Info: 802-434-7335.
Want to Buy Antiques Furniture, postcards, pottery, cameras, toys, medical tools, lab glass, photographs, slide rules, license plates, silver. Anything unusual or unique. Cash paid. Info: Dave, 802-8598966. Cash For Records & Stereos LPs, 45 RPMs, stereos, concert posters, music memorabilia, instruments. Convenient drop-offs in Montpelier (State St.) & Burlington (corner of Church & Bank). Buy/sell/ trade. Info: Burlington
Bands/ Musicians 2 Guitars Washburn 6-string. New. $100. Rogue 6-string. $90. Info: 802-310-7652.
For Sale Triplett Celtic Harp Excelle33 wire strung w/ soft case, hauntingly beautiful sound, $2800 (compare to newer 35-wire strung Triplett harps selling for $4740). Location: Burlington. Call noon-4, 802-8638133.
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ACT 250 NOTICE APPLICATION AND HEARING #4C0046-7E 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001-6092 On September 9, 2009, Town of Milton filed application #4C0046-7E for a project described as the removal of Condition #29 of LUP #4C00467A. The project is located on Route 7 in the Town of Milton. 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 November 9, 2009 at 8:00 a.m. at the Essex Junction District Office of the Agency of Natural Resources, 111 West Street, Essex Junction, Vermont. 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 are entitled to party status. 2. Adjoining property owners and others: May participate as parties to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be affected by
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sevendaysvt.com/classifieds the subdivision of Lot #10 into two lots (#10A and #10B). The project is located on Shannon Way and Highland Ave. in the Town of Milton, Vermont.
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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 the application and plans for this project are available for inspection by members of the public during regular working hours at the Milton 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 8th day of October, 2009. By: /s/ Peter E. Keibel Peter E. KeibelNatural Resources BoardDistrict #4 Coordinator 111 West Street
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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 Milton Municipal Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission located at 110 West Canal Street, Winooski, 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 “Act 250 Database,” selecting “Entire Database,” and entering the case number above. No hearing will be held unless, on or before November 10, 2009, 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.
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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 November 10, 2009.
On October 8, 2009, William R. Sawyer LLC & Dream Builders, Inc. and Jason Reichert & Lisa Sholk, filed application #4C0964-5 for a project generally described as:
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Post & browse ads at your convenience. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S1269-08 CnC Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Carrington Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-NC4 AssetBacked Pass-Through Certificates, Plaintiff v. Michael J. Kidder, Chase Bank USA, N.A. And Occupants residing at 274 Cobbleview Drive, Colchester, Vermont,
Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Old Merchants Mortgage, Inc. dba OOMB Mortgage to Michael J. Kidder dated March 18, 2005 and recorded in Volume 521, Page 462 of the Land Records of the Town of Colchester, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 A.M. on November 11, 2009, at 274 Cobbleview Drive, Colchester, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Kelly A. Robertson and Colby Robertson by Quit-Claim Deed of Kelly A. Robertson, formerly known as
Kelly A. Bushey dated February 24, 2003 of record at Volume 433, Pages 81-82 of the Land Records of the Town of Colchester Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Colchester. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 The contents of storage unit(s) 2411 and 4258 located at 28 Adams Dr., Williston, VT 05495, will be sold on the 22nd of the month of October, 2009 to satisfy the debt of Mary Rose Maynard. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur. Please note this in not a public auction.
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Extra! Extra! There’s no limit to ad length online. Vermont, 802-6524636, 24/7. CHITTENDEN FAMILIES TOGETHER MEETING: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Vermont Family Network Conference Room, 600 Blair Park Rd. #240, Williston. Focus is on concerns of families who have high school youth and adult members who have developmental disabilities. Contact: Jan Hancock, 876-5315 ext. 215, jan.hancock@ vtfn.org. ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS, ACA is a 12-Step program for people that grew up in alcoholic or dysfunctional homes. We meet in a mutually respectful, safe environment and acknowledge our common experiences. We discover how childhood affected us in the past and influences us in the present. Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2 Cherry St., Burlington. 802-9226609, not2bforgot10@ yahoo.com. CIRCLE OF PARENTS support group meeting in Rutland Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. Meeting is free and confidential. For more info. call Heather at 802-498-0608 or 1-800-children. Meetings Tuesday evenings in Barre. For more info. call Cindy at 802-229-5724 or 1-800-children. ALS (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) This support group functions as a community and educational group. We provide coffee, soda and snacks and are open to PALS, caregivers, family members and those who are interested in learning more about ALS. Our group meets the second Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m. at “Jim’s House”, 1266 Old Creamery Rd., Williston, VT. Hosted by Pete and Alphonsine Crevier, facilitated by Liza Martel, LICSW, Patient Care Coordinator for the ALS Association here in Vermont. 223-7638 for more information. AMERICAN LUNG ASSOC. FREEDOM FROM SMOKING CLASSES: Sept. 10 - Oct. 29, Thursday, 5:30-7 p.m. $35 for workbook & CD. Limited Financial Assistance is avail. Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., Burlington (above Climb High).
NAMI CONNECTION PEER RECOVERY: Support groups meeting weekly: Burlington, Thursdays 4-5:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, 2 Cherry Street. Randolph, Wednesdays 5-6:30 p.m., United Church, 18 N.Main Street. Call Janeen, 1-802-371-7677. Bennington, Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 200 Pleasant Street. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), connectionvt@myfairpoint. net, 1-800-639-6480 SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn, 5 Dorset St., S. Burlington, VT. There is no fee. This is open to anyone who has lost someone to suicide. For more info, call 802-4799450, or ljlivendale@ yahoo.com. BURDENS WEIGHTING YOU DOWN? Unemployed, homeless, in need of direction? We are people just like you and have found the answer to all of the above problems. We meet every Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Imani Center 293 N Winooski Ave. Please call 802-343-2027. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Meetings in Barre occur every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday 6-7 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St. Info: 863-2655. Meetings in Johnson occur every Sunday 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Johnson Municipal Building, Route 15 (just west of the bridge). Info: Debbie Y., 888-5958. Meeting in Montpelier occur every Friday 12-1 p.m. at Bethany Church, 115 Main St. Info: Carol, 223-5793. Meetings in
Morrisville occur every Friday 12-1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 85 Upper Main St. Contacts: Anne, 888-2356 or Debbie Y., 888-5958. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (SOS) Hospice Volunteer Services (HVS) of Addison County and the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will collaborate to sponsor a monthly ongoing support group for people who have lost someone by suicide. The group will meet the 1st Wed. of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. These free peer support groups will be held at Hospice Volunteer Services at the Marbleworks in Middlebury, and co-facilitated by professional representatives from HVS and AFSP, both suicide survivors. For more information and to register call HVS at 388-4111. CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS (CODA) Announcing a new 12step (non-AA, non-NA) meeting. Do you have trouble with relationship issues? Avoidance of feelings? People pleasing? Needing to be needed? Join us Thursday at 5 pm. at the Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., Burlington. 802-861-3150. For more information about codependence, see www.coda.org and click on “Am I Codependent?” A NEW PERSPECTIVE A peer support group for people working through the combination of mental health and substance abuse issues. Wednesdays at the Turning Point Center, 5-6 p.m. The group will be facilitated and will be built around a weekly video followed by a group discussions. Some of the topics will include: Addictions and mental illness, recovery stories, dealing with stress, understanding
personality problems, emotions. 191 Bank St., Burlington. 802-8613150. BEREAVED PARENTS & SIBLINGS SUPPORT GROUP 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, 660-8797. The meetings are for parents, grandparents and adult siblings who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause. NEED A HUG? New support group starting. Would you like to explore personal intimacy in a safe environment? This is accomplished by using touch for expressing and receiving tenderness. This is platonic and personal boundaries are respected. Day, time and location TBA. Jeff 310-4903 email iiyog@ aol.com. COED SINGLES GROUP Ages 50-65, forming for friendship and fun. Chittenden County area. Activities to include weeknight/ weekend dinner, bowling, hikes, snow shoeing, movies, etc. If interested email Myra at csbnc27609@aol. com. SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS 12-step group. Women only. Do you have problems with your relationships? Are you unable to leave an unhealthy romantic relationship? We can help. Call Valerie, 802-825-4643. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIA’S SUPPORT GROUP Held monthly at The Arbors at Shelburne. For info. or to register, contact Nicole at 802-985-8600.
MENOPAUSE SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN Meets Sundays, 4-6 p.m. & Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Location: Pathways to Well Being, 168 Battery St., Burlington. Share knowledge, experience, stories & get support. This is a FREE support group that meets every other Sunday and Thursday. Call 862-8806 x5 for more info. CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP: 1-3 p.m., every third Thursday at the Burlington Police Station on Battery St. in the new Community Room. Please call or visit website for location information, www.vtcfids.org or call 1-800-296-1445 or 802-660-4817 (Helaine “Lainey” Rappaport). WOMEN’S RAPE CRISES CENTER Will be starting a free, confidential 10-week support group for adult female survivors of sexual violence. Please call 864-555 ext. 19 for information. LIVING SINGLE SUPPORT GROUP This course is a follow-up to the Divorce Recovery course that is offered at Essex Alliance Church. If you’ve been through the Divorce Care Class, you have an opportunity to continue to grow, heal, rebuild, and start again. Call Sue Farris for more information at 802-734-0695. SUICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP For those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide. Location: Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main Street, Wallingford, 802-446-3577. 6:30-8:00 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month.
GLAFF Gay and lesbian adoptive and foster families. GLAFF provides support, education, resources and strategies to help maintain and strengthen gay and lesbian foster and adoptive families in northwestern VT. Open to all GLBTQ foster and adoptive parents and their children. Food, childcare provided. The group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Call Mike at 655-6688 to get more information and to register. MS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for people with multiple sclerosis and their caregivers. Sponsored by the Vermont Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Join others who have MS to discuss concerns, ask questions, share information and get support. Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30 p.m. in Williston. For more information contact Michele at 862-4085 and leave a message. POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Champlain Valley (NAMI: CV) is offering a free PTSD Support Group for Women on Thursdays from 12:30-2 p.m. The group focuses on both support and education about PTSD. Meetings are held at the NAMI office at 14 Healey Avenue, Suite D, Plattsburgh. For more information or to register, call NAMI: CV at 561-2685. ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU LOVE BATTLING MULTIPLE MYELOMA? Support meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month from 5-6:30 p.m. at Hope Lodge on East
Avenue, Burlington. For more information call Kay Cromie at 655-9136 or email kgcromey@ aol.com. SUPPORT FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LOVED ONES WITH TERMINAL ILLNESS Group forming for family members and loved ones of people with terminal illness. The group will have a spiritual base. We will offer each other support by listening, as well as share creative ways to explore feelings of grief and loss through writing, prayer, etc. Please contact Holly, hollyh@pshift.com. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Tues., Thurs. & Sun., 6-7 p.m. in Barre. Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St., Barre, VT (parking in back of church/please use back entrance). Meetings are FREE and anonymous. For more info please call 802-863-2655. AL-ANON Family group 12-step. Thursdays, 12:20-1:20 p.m. Call AWARE at 802-472-6463 for information and to register. Free of charge. 88 High Street, Hardwick. “WOMEN CHANGING” An educational support group on changing unhealthy patterns for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence. Tuesdays, 6-7:15 p.m. Ongoing. Join us any time! Childcare reimbursable. Ask about Survivors of Incest Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous. Call AWARE at 802-4726463 for information and to register. Free of charge. 88 High Street, Hardwick. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier daytime support group meets first and third Thursday of the month at the
Unitarian Church “ramp entrance” from 1:302:30 p.m. Montpelier evening support group meets the first Tuesday of each month at Vermont Protection and Advocacy, 141 Main St., Suite 7, in conference room #2 from 6-8 p.m. Colchester evening support group meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in the ground floor boardroom from 6-8 p.m. Middlebury support group on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center. Call our helpline at 1-877-856-1772. FORMING A NEW GROUP focused on recovery/ management of addictions, compulsions and their resulting imbalances on our lives. Alternative or supplement to traditional 12-step programs. Are you having trouble moderating alcohol? Work? Sex? Television? Food? Drugs? Computer games? Requires a commitment to improving your health and the ability to maintain a nonjudgmental atmosphere. Let’s discover how our struggles relate and help each other work on strategies to find balance. Contact Michelle at 802-399-6575 or recoveryourbalance@ gmail.com. LAKE CHAMPLAIN MEN’S RESOURCE CENTER MEN’S DROPIN SUPPORT GROUP All men welcome, weekly group w/cofacilitators. Open discussion format. Varied topics including: relationships, work, parenting, personal growth, healing. Confidential, nonjudgmental. Open to all ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations. Joseph’s House, 113 Elmwood Ave. Every Thursday, 7-9 p.m. More info: call Chris 434-4830.
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HowardCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to qualified employees.
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Farmers’ Market Manager.
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The Capital City Farmers’ Market (Montpelier) is hiring a new manager. This is a part-time (10-15 hrs. per week), year-round position with competitive wages (commensurate with experience). Candidates must have a strong interest in local agriculture and experience in management.
WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, is seeking a part-time Writer/Producer for its Creative Services department. We’re looking for a quick, versatile team player with a working knowledge of shooting, editing and graphic design. Hands-on experience in a professional production environment required. Great interpersonal skills and experience working with clients are essential. To apply, send resume, writing samples and viewable samples of your best work to WCAX-TV, PO Box 4508, Burlington, VT 05406 or email jobs@wcax.com. No phone calls.
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Six travel consultants/agents needed immediately; bonus/commissions. Part/full-time. Will train.
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Temporary Transporter: Full-time position Saturday through Wednesday, 12 - 8 p.m. 2x1-ChitSouth-102109.indd 1 10/19/09 8:15:18 PM 1x1-IslandTravel-100709.indd 1 10/5/09 1:12:30 PM Position provides transportation to clients and their children throughout Chittenden County. Additional duties include staffing the residential floor. Great opportunity to interact with clients and provide important support to residential program. Valid Vermont driver’s license and outstanding driving record required. Car seat safety knowledge preferred. To learn more about this position and about the benefits of joining the Lund Family Center team please visit www.lundfamilycenter. The Shelburne House Program of NFI Vermont is seeking org. Submit cover letter and resume to Jamie Tourangeau, HR Manager, PO Box 4009, Burlington, a Residential Counselor. Shelburne House is a residential VT 05406, fax (802)861-6460, email jamiet@ lundfamilycenter.org. program that provides assessment and stabilization services to
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Send cover letter and resume to Danielle Bragg, 771 Essex Rd., Suite 1, Williston, VT 05495, or email DanielleBragg@nafi.com. WWW.NAFI.COM
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(Cat) team leader Seeking a dynamic leader to oversee our Collaborative Achievement Team (CAT Program). The CAT Program is highly respected throughout the community and is designed to create functional behavioral assessments and plans for students served in community-based school settings. This position provides clinical and administrative supervision and support to a team of school-based behavior interventionists. The ideal candidate will have positive leadership qualities, a master’s degree in a human services field and functional Behavioral Analysis experience.
Champlain Housing Trust, serving the affordable housing needs of Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, seeks a highly motivated, detail-oriented Executive Assistant to the CEO. This individual also supports the CEO with major donor contacts and activities, manages the member and donor databases and interacts with the Board of Directors.
oUtPatient theraPiSt Are you interested in being part of a group that includes a supportive team of therapists, coverage of your after-hours emergencies and efficient billing staff? We are currently seeking a full-time therapist who is a generalist and interested in working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Specialization with children also desirable. Experience with substance abuse, DBT and group treatment preferred. The ideal candidate will be an MSW/LICSW. Willing to consider other licensure. This full-time position has an excellent benefits package. Some evening hours required. Our clinic is located close to Interstate 89 and is a short commute from Burlington and surrounding areas. The ideal candidate may qualify for The National Health Services Federal loan forgiveness program, which is substantial.
The qualified candidate will be a self-starter with strong project management skills who enjoys a fastpaced, team environment. Must demonstrate excellent judgment, communication and organizational skills, an advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, and a commitment to CHT’s mission. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, life and disability insurance, vacation, holiday, sick leave and 403(b) plan. Submit cover letter and resume by October 30th to Human Resources, Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King Street, Burlington, VT 05401 or email HR@champlainhousingtrust.org. No phone calls, please. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORKPLACE. 3x2-champhouseing-102109.indd 1
Champlain Valley Union H.S. is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper/Custodian. Applications can be picked up at CVU in the main office, or call 802-482-7177 for further information.
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Save yourself time by applying online before coming to a job fair. Begin by visiting sugarbush.com for an application and find details on a variety of seasonal positions that suit your schedule and interests.
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HR Dept., 107 Fisher Pond Road, St. Albans, VT 05478. EOE
Visit our website for position details and a complete listing of our job opportunities: www.ncssinc.org.
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Part-time Meteorologist WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, is looking for a part-time meteorologist to forecast and provide local cut-ins to CBS Saturday and Sunday Morning News, and provide weather updates for our secondary channel. Responsibilities include creating TV weather graphics, delivering on-air map discussion and forecast, updating weather web page, and updating the weather phone. Familiarity with WSI computer system a plus. Must be available for occasional fill-in for 5 a.m., noon, 6, 10 and 11 p.m. newscasts during the week. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and knowledge of New England and New York weather. To apply, send resume, writing samples and viewable samples of your best work to WCAX-TV, PO Box 4508, Burlington, VT 05406 or email jobs@wcax.com. No phone calls. 3x1-wcax102109-2.indd 1
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Voices Against Violence/Laurie’s House
Awake Overnight Residential Counselor: Fulltime counselor needed for awake overnight 1x1-Mirabelles102109.indd 1 10/19/09 5:52:31 PM shifts in residential treatment facility to provide parenting and life-skill support to pregnant and/or parenting women and their children while working collaboratively with a team of professionals. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in relevant field and experience working with adolescents required. Experience working with women with mental health and substance abuse disorders preferred. To learn more about this position and about the benefits of joining the Lund Family Center team please visit www.lundfamilycenter.org. Submit cover letter and resume to Jamie Tourangeau, HR Manager, PO Box 4009, Burlington, VT 05406, fax (802)861-6460, email jamiet@lundfamilycenter.org.
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Case Manager – Part tiMe
We are seeking a Case Manager to provide a full range of direct services to homeless families as they transition into housing. The successful candidate will exhibit a willingness to learn and to work with a range of clients including individuals with mental health, medical, substance abuse and employment issues. Previous experience 10/19/09 1:24:02 PM with homeless population, crisis intervention and housing is desirable. BSW or a BA in a related discipline plus relevant work experience are required. This is a half-time position.
Vice President for Development and Community Relations
The Vice President is responsible for oversight of all fundraising activities to include major gift solicitation, planned giving and endowment, the annual campaign and grants. The position is also responsible for community collaboration and volunteer recruitment and development.
resiDential Manager – Part tiMe
The incumbent must possess a successful background in fundraising or development with an undergraduate degree in a related field. Strong written and oral communication skills as well as organizational skills are required and must be demonstrated. Experience with fundraising software, maintaining databases, print/broadcast media and desktop publishing is highly desirable. Prior experience in organizing special events is desirable.
Sound interesting? Give us a call for a confidential tour of our new facility at the Tafts Corners, Williston…
Please send cover note and resume to Gary Vassar, GBYMCA, 266 College St, Burlington, VT 05401, or email gvassar@gbymca.org.
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Data Manager – Part tiMe
This half-time position has responsibility for creating and maintaining COTS databases; performing regular data entry; updating files; and providing analysis and reports as required. Technical proficiency and experience using Raiser’s Edge or Access databases are required.
Qualifications
Position requires a high level of human relations skills. The incumbent must understand staff and volunteer roles and relationships, and comprehend how financial development relates to the overall mission of the YMCA. The incumbent must have the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people to include top community leaders, legislators and donors.
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The ideal candidate will have retail/sales experience, supervisory experience, store management experience applicable to the position they are applying for. They must possess a friendly demeanor with excellent customer service skills. A high school diploma or GED is required.
COTS provides emergency shelter, services and housing for people who are without homes or who are marginally housed, with the belief that housing is a fundamental human right.
The beauty of Sola is its simplicity. We lease boutique size one-chair and two-chair salons to successful hairdressers like yourself. It is a stress-free way for you to own your own salon, with very little risk and no employees.
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Goodwill Industries of Northern New England is an equal opportunity/ This position is responsible for coordinating Voice’s Transitional Housing Project affirmative action employer. in conjunction with other staff and community partners. This new initiative will provide a scattered site supportive housing model with strong, strengths-based support services for domestic- and sexual-violence and stalking victims and their children. The advocate will be responsible for developing protocols and policies for operation, and for providing a wide range of supportive services to families as they move towards self-sufficiency. BA in Human Services or equivalent education and experience in related fields necessary. Knowledge of domestic and sexual violence issues preferred. Must have excellent organizational and communication Consider joining the dedicated team at COTS, 10/19/09 and help 5:43:37 to 2x2-Goodwill101409.indd 1 PM skills; basic Word, Excel and data entry aptitude; strong boundaries; ability to make a difference! multitask, work independently and as part of a team. Require valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Full-time with benefits.
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Turn the dream of owning your own salon into reality
Goodwill Industries of Northern New England is seeking the following positions for our new retail store in South Burlington, Vermont
To be considered for this position, please complete a Goodwill Employment Application or download it as a PDF, or you may pick one up at any one of our retail stores. www.goodwillnne.org
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Mirabelles is now hiring a full-time Breakfast, Lunch & Prep Cook with a strong culinary background and interest in food. Apply in person, 198 Main Street, Burlington.
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This opening is for a part-time manager in a residential facility offering long-term housing to single, low-income, homeless adults. The Residential Manager provides a reliable, on-site presence and helps to ensure the smooth running of the facility. In exchange, the Residential Manager receives a rent-free apartment. The ideal candidate would have some familiarity with the needs of the homeless, population, good interpersonal ability and a commitment to COTS mission.
shelter staff – full tiMe
This staff position has responsibility for maintaining the safety and well-being of guests at the Waystation, an overnight shelter for persons experiencing homelessness. The successful candidate must be prepared to deal appropriately and respectfully with a variety of unpredictable, spontaneous, sometimes volatile situations. This position signs in and monitors Waystation guests, ensures the safety of the facility, and enforces the policies and rules established by COTS. This is an evening position. While hours may vary, most shifts will be 6:00 pm to midnight.
shelter staff “subs” – On Call Per DieM
COTS is currently recruiting for dynamic, organized individuals who care deeply about our mission and are available to work on an on-call, per diem basis as substitute staff in our emergency shelters. Assignments may include evening, weekend and overnights, and responsibilities include maintaining a safe and supportive shelter environment for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness. To be considered for these positions please send cover letter and resume to:
The YMCA is an equal employment opportunity employer and provider.
We build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.
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Building & Grounds Maintenance Worker
Permanent part-time position available for a Building & Grounds Maintenance worker, 20-25 hours per week year-round. Responsibilities include building maintenance, grounds maintenance, custodial work, sidewalk plowing, and other duties as assigned. Must be available 24/7 November 1 – March 30. Experience in building maintenance to include mechanical systems and building infrastructure. Valid VT state driver’s license is required. Applications can be picked up at the Public Works office at 7878 Williston Road or by calling 802-878-1239. EOE. Position will remain open until filled.
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TOWN OF WILLISTON | Public Works Department 3x1-TownWilliston102109.indd 1 you love Assessment specialist/Clinician: Do the initial interview? We’re looking for a seasoned clinician with solid assessment and narrative report writing skills to provide ASAM level of care treatment recommendations. You’ll be working to support keeping families intact who have become destabilized due to substance abuse or other disorders by helping them access the right level of treatment ASAP. Dual licensure in substance abuse and mental health or social work preferred. To learn more about this position and about the benefits of joining the Lund Family Center team please visit www.lundfamilycenter.org. Submit cover letter and resume to Jamie Tourangeau, HR Manager, PO Box 4009, Burlington, VT 05406, fax (802)861-6460, email jamiet@lundfamilycenter.org.
Do you have enough WOW!!! to inspire high school students to take charge of their financial futures? Can you motivate young adults ages 14-18 to learn “mad financial skillz” that will set them on the right path for the rest of their lives? Most importantly, are you a social media guru? The Association of Vermont Credit Unions (AVCU) needs a charismatic, selfmotivated and passionate individual for an awesomely unique job with the mundane title Financial Literacy Coordinator. The right person will use music, technology, social media and presentation skills to build financial literacy among high school students around the state for the next two years.
Our champion has diverse skills emphasizing technology and communications, is equally comfortable in front of or behind a video 8:07:16 PM camera, is proficient in multiple social media, speaks easily and confidently to large groups, is enthusiastic and outgoing, is highly organized.
Leaps & Bounds is looking10/19/09 for motivated, flexible team players to join our growing childcare team. Must have experience, education and a sense of humor! Pay based on education and experience.
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Youth Financial Literacy Champion
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GUEST SERVICES Seeking an individual to work as a houseman and shuttle driver. Ideal candidates should have excellent customer service skills, a valid driver’s license, and must be able to work weekends. PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON TO:
Holiday Inn—Burlington 1068 Williston Road South Burlington, Vermont 05403 Contact: Sarah BenedictCrispim You may also e-mail your resume to: sarah@innvermont.com
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Seeking a position with a quality employer? Consider The University of Vermont, a stimulating and diverse workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including tuition remission for on-going, full-time positions. These openings and others are updated daily.
Conference Coordinator - Part-Time, Temporary Position - UVM Conference & Events Services - Conference & Event Services at the University of Vermont (UVM) is looking for a part-time Conference Coordinator. The pay rate for this position is $10.00 -$15.00 per hour based upon the level of 6:50:47 PMexperience. Position does not have any benefits. Tentative starting date is midNovember. Provide logistics coordination and implementation in support of programs/events of varied scale. Coordinate, support and arrange contracts for logistic services for multiple events simultaneously.
MAROON & GOLD ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION COORDINATOR Develop strategy to assist Norwich athletic teams to increase financial support from alumni, families and other constituents. Build specialty club memberships to support varsity sports teams and their affinity groups through membership drives, events and communications. Establish overall annual fundraising timelines and schedules. Coordinate with coaches in identifying and planning events to support fundraising efforts for athletic teams, to include golf tournaments, recognition dinners and team events. Manage specialty club budgets; maintain accurate and detailed financial records from fundraising events, membership drives and other events. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree preferred; three years experience in fundraising, volunteer organizations or nonprofit administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Communication, customer service, critical thinking and decision-making abilities are a must. Please submit cover letter, resume and Norwich application to MGAA Search, via email: jobs@norwich.edu. Norwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a comprehensive benefit package.
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Seeking an individual to work front desk . Ideal candidates should have excellent customer service skills, should be reliable, must be able to work weekends. Previous hotel experience preferred.
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Full time with some in-state travel, this position requires amazing results without constant direct supervision. For more details see our video at www.vermontcreditunions.com. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and short 1-3 minute video demonstrating why you’d be great for our team. AVCU, 1000 Shelburne Road, Suite 1, So. Burlington, VT 05403-6960 EOE
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Bachelor's degree in related field and two years experience to include project and resource coordination, proofreading, and understanding technical systems used for conferences required, or an equivalent combination. Effective interpersonal, communications and analytical skills required. Commitment to diversity and inclusion required. Knowledge of UVM, local and national conference center facilities highly desirable. Interested candidates should mail resume, cover letter and references to Denise Zang, Conference & Event Services, University of Vermont, Marsh Hall, Room 009, 31 Spear Street, Burlington, VT 05405 by November 2, 2009.
Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Center for Health & Wellbeing - #032877 - The University of Vermont's Center for Health and Wellbeing (CHWB) seeks applicants for the position of Health Care Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) in the Women's Health Clinic in the Center for Health and Wellbeing. This position provides primary and women's health care in an outpatient setting to University students. The CHWB is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). We seek an experienced clinician with excellent people skills, knowledge of the developmental and health issues of young adults, women's health issues, a collaborative work style, and a demonstrated interest and commitment to diversity and multicultural competence. The successful candidate will be energetic, creative, forward-thinking and able to juggle competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include: Evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, education and counseling of patients seeking primary and women's health care, consultation with physician and other clinician staff as necessary and appropriate, participation in medical audits and interdisciplinary teams, participation in the on-site clinical instruction of nursing and medical students and residents. Master's degree in health field and graduate of Nurse Practitioner (NP) program or certification from a State Board of Medicine approved Physician Assistant (PA) program and two years experience in direct patient care. Knowledge of developmental issues of adolescents/young adults, experience with women's health issues, experience working with college age population required as is a strong commitment to working with a diverse staff and student population. For further information on these positions and others currently available, or to apply on-line, please visit our website at: www.uvmjobs.com; Job Hotline #802-656-2248; telephone #802-656-3150. Applicants must apply for positions electronically. Paper resumes are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
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Seeking candidates willing to move up to the most exciting new opportunity in Vermont hospitality – the Tram Haus Lodge at Jay Peak – Jay Peak’s new 57-suite hotel situated at the base of Jay Peak Resort in northern Vermont. Seeking candidates willing to move up to the most exciting new opportunity in Vermont hospitality-the Tram Haus Lodge at Jay Peak-Jay Peak’s new 57 suite Hotel situated at the base of Jay Peak Resort in northern Vermont. Tram Haus Lodge Manager Hotel Manager is responsible for management of all operations of the Tram Haus Lodge ensuring delivery of a quality guest experience while achieving financial goals and creating a work environment that promotes recognition and development of associates. Tram Haus Lodge manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the departments and services. Ideal candidate is a hands-on manager with minimum 7 years experience in management positions in the hospitality industry, at least 3 years of which as a division manager, preferably as Food and Beverage director, in at a minimum a 3-diamond environment. Candidate will have strong coaching and training skills and experience. College degree, preferably in Hospitality Management. Strong leader, understanding needs of guests and employees. Strong front of the house presence and personality. Proven ability to create a relaxed yet professional atmosphere. Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manger is responsible for the day to day activities and supervisions of up to 30 employees of the restaurant, bar, and coffee shop of the Tram Haus Lodge. Will collaborate with the Hotel Manager and Jay Peak Resort Food and Beverage Manager to develop service standards and promote service culture consistent with the brand of the Tram Haus Lodge. Requires college level education in hospitality/food & beverage with a minimum of 5 years of experience at a management level in a 3-diamond, high paced environment (minimum 150 covers for dinner).
Tram Haus Lodge Manager
Hotel Manager is responsible for management of all operations of the Tram Haus Lodge ensuring delivery of a quality guest experience while achieving financial goals and creating a work environment that promotes recognition and development of associates. Tram Haus Lodge manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the departments and services. Ideal candidate is a hands-on manager with minimum 7 years experience in management positions in the hospitality industry, at least 3 years of which as a division manager, preferably as food and beverage director, in a minimum 3-diamond environment. Understanding/comprehension of hospitality-based marketing a plus. Candidate must have strong coaching and training skills and experience. College degree, preferably in hospitality management. Strong leader, understanding needs of guests and employees. Strong front-of-the-house presence and personality. Proven ability to create a relaxed yet professional atmosphere. Interested candidates please send cover letter, resume and three references to Human Resources, Jay Peak Resort, 4850 VT Rte 242, Jay VT 05859 or to jobs@jaypeakresort.com no later than 10/30/09 E.O.E.
Restaurant Manager Restaurant Manger is responsible for the day-to-day activities and supervision of up to 30 employees of the restaurant, bar and coffee shop of the Tram Haus Lodge. Will collaborate with the Hotel Manager and Jay Peak Resort Food and Beverage Manager to develop service standards and promote service culture consistent with the brand of the Tram Haus Lodge and Jay Peak Resort. Requires college level education in hospitality/food & beverage with a minimum of 5 years of experience at a management level in a 3-diamond, highpaced environment (minimum 150 covers for dinner).
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Lamoille Housing Partnership seeks dynamic full-time leader for nonprofit affordable housing organization. Supervises small staff. Oversees housing development, housing counseling, property management, and fundraising. Requires excellent communication and financial skills. Extensive housing development or nonprofit management experience required. Submit resume, letter of interest and salary requirements to: LHP Executive Search Committee, PO Box 637, Morrisville, VT 05661 Application review will begin November 2, 2009. Position description available by calling (802) 888-5714. Equal Opportunity Employment. 3x1-Lamoille-100709.indd 1
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State of Vermont, Office of the Public Defender, St. Albans Duties include investigative and secretarial assistance. Previous office and direct client service experience required. Part time, 24/hr./wk., permanent position with benefits. Starting salary: $13.24/hr. Must be able to work independently and as part of a legal team in a fastpaced office environment. Duties may require travel for which private means of transportation is needed. EOE. Send resume and cover letter by Monday, November 2, to: Mary Deaett, HR & Program Administrator Office of the Defender General, 6 Baldwin Street, 4th Floor Montpelier, VT 05633-3301 Or email both to, mary.deaett@state.vt.us. 3x1-officeofdefen-102109.indd 1
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The position is now open for a responsible individual, couple or family to provide care and housing for a 26-year-old gentle-spirited young man. This endearing individual enjoys music, social outings, pets, adaptive skiing/sailing and being part of a dynamic home. Fill a pivotal role in partnership with a sensitive agency and supportive, loving family. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required as well as the desire to positively influence the life and opportunities of another. A generous 100% tax-free stipend, respite funds, accessibility modifications, ongoing training and day supports are provided by CCS. For more information please contact Al Frugoli at 802-655-0511 ext 108 or afrugoli@ccs-vt.org.
Competitive wages with eligibility for benefits. Applications available at www.ferries.com or call 802.864.9804 for more information.
The Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf seeks an individual to plan and prepare hot meals for food shelf clients. 1-3 years reChamplain Community Services, 512 Troy Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446 lated experience, or combination of education and experience (802) 655-0511 E.O.E. with comparable knowledge and skills is required. Must have . knowledge of nutritional requirements, nutritional content of food, and health department hygienic requirements. Basic Sr Account PHP/CSS WebStrategist Developer 2x2-ChamplainComm102109.indd 1 10/19/09 8:08:15 PM 1x1-LakeCHampTrans-102109.indd 1 10/19/09 6:31:48 PM knowledge of proper usage, cleaning and maintenance of CENTRAL VERMONT ADULT Full-time position open with primary Website, blog, social, ppc, seo, email... supplies is needed. Must be able to repeatedly lift 50 pounds responsibilities to include: BASIC EDUCATION, Inc. We’re looking for experienced leaders or more. Ability to communicate and work effectively with co• CSS/HTML/Javascript frontside production; who can guide clients with these tools. ~~~Local Partnerships in Learning~~~ • PHP/MySQL website development and workers under stressful conditions, and to deal courteously www.propellermediaworks.com/jobs maintenance; Serving Washington, Orange and Lamoille Counties for forty years and efficiently with food shelf visitors is required. Position is • Custom web application development and www.cvabe.org 35 hours/week. Starting wage $13.90 with full benefits. To Propeller is a leading interactive marketing maintenance. and development studio in Burlington, where a balance hard work and creativity rule. Details at of propellermediaworks.com. apply – Send letter of interest, resume and 3 references by October 30 to: CVOEO, Attn: Cook Search, PO Box 1603, Burlington, VT 05402-1603. EOE
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Are you an effective salesperson convinced of the value of your product? Do you have heart, energy and determination for conveying how critical education is to a healthy community? CVABE, a community-based education nonprofit, is seeking the person who can generate increasing levels of financial support for continuing local literacy instruction for the men and women of central Vermont. Responsibilities include leadership and direct action in all aspects of fundraising. Applicants must demonstrate skill and experience in the areas of public relations, research, proposal writing, planning, collaboration and database management. Selection will be based on evidence of a successful track record by the candidate of donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and meeting fundraising targets. Please submit cover letter, resume, list of references and supporting materials by November 9, 2009 to: Executive Team Central Vermont Adult Basic Education 46 Washington Street, Suite 100, Barre, VT 05641
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Seeking motivated individual for the position of Outreach Assistant in the Office of Senator Bernie Sanders. Responsibilities include assisting the Outreach Director with scheduling, organizing events, meeting with Vermont organizations, internship coordination, mailing and email lists, correspondence, phone reception, and general office organizational tasks. Applicant must have strong oral and written communication skills as well as computer skills. Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment with evening and weekend work required. Ability to work well with others is necessary, and interest in and knowledge about government and the legislative process are essential. Full-time position. 40 hours/week. Mail or fax cover letter and resume by November 1 to:
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Qualifications/basic job requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. • Must be certified as Vermont Firefighter within the Probationary period. • Ability to meet the qualifications as set forth in NFPA 1001 for Structural Firefighters. • Corrected vision of at least 20/20 in one eye and 20/40 in the other. • Valid Vermont driver’s license required by date of hire. • Ability to obtain and maintain the minimum certification of EMTBasic within the Probationary period. Further information about the Burlington Fire Department may be found at www.fire.ci.burlington.vt.us
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To apply for this position, please download an application from -Develop & implement marketing plans for ouralong services www.cctaride.org. Submit the application, with a cover -Create marketing collateral and advertising to ensure consistent letter and resume, in one of the following ways (no phone calls, brand identity please): via email to jobs@cctaride.org, via fax to (802) 8645564, or via evaluate mail to CCTA, Industrial Parkway, -Supervise, & direct15administrative personnel Burlington, assigned to VT, Attn: Human Resources. the05401 marketing department
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CCTA offers all full-time employees a competitive salary and -A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, English or Communications exceptional benefits, including generous time off.
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We are currently seeking an individual to work full time (40 hours) in our Operations Department. This position includes general maintenance of our facility, significant customer service, small projects supporting the Director of Operations, and weekend support for our Receiving Department. The ideal candidate has tons of energy for keeping our store looking great, exceptional service sensibility, and level-headed, common sense to solve a variety of day-to-day problems. Please send a resume for consideration to: hr@healthylivingmarket.com.
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Join our dynamic team to provide comprehensive career development and management services to students and alumni. Assist students with self-assessment, decision making and goal setting; exploration of career and educational options; job-search, networking and interviewing strategies. Foster relationships with potential employers, faculty and alumni to develop job opportunities and promote referral and hiring of students and alumni for internships and employment opportunities.
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For more information about this position and all open positions at Champlain College, please visit www.champlain.edu/hr. Application instructions are posted at the website.
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Champlain College values, supports and encourages diversity of backgrounds, cultures and perspectives of students, faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Nurse: Full-time Registered Nurse needed to serve pregnant and women 2x3-FAHC-102109.indd 1 10/19/09 3:42:00 2x3-ChampCollege102109.indd PM 1 10/19/09 1:15:03 PM 1x1-Dragonfly102109.indd 1 parenting young 10/19/09 6:43:53 PM and their children within residential treatment setting working on a multidisciplinary team that is fast paced and challenging. Nursing staff will work in a nontraditional setting and provide leadership on issues related to the health care Are you able to write effective marketing copy and format the content using of the young women and children. We provide InDesign or Adobe Illustrator? Can you navigate your way through content holistic approaches to healthy living and embrace a strengths-based perspective. To learn more management systems to update and revise websites? Can you support and Shared Living Provider:Seeking a couple or single woman for an independent, middle-aged about this position and about the benefits of contribute to a busy marketing team with aggressive goals in an evolving woman with mild developmental disabilities. First-floor bedroom/bath necessary. Minimal joining the Lund Family Center team please visit wind power marketplace? This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with personal care is required. Pets a plus! Generous tax-free stipend. Jamie Banghart (802) www.lundfamilycenter.org. Submit cover letter and resume to Jamie Tourangeau, HR Manager, PO strong writing, design and web skills to make an impact in a busy and expand488-6595. Box 4009, Burlington, VT 05406, fax (802)861-6460, ing marketing department. email jamiet@lundfamilycenter.org.
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Shared Living Provider needed for a lovely woman in her 50s who enjoys coffee, grocery shopping, dining out and listening to oldies music. Ideal home would be close to Colchester with a large first-floor bedroom. Generous stipend and room and board provided. Marisa Hamilton: (802) 488-6571.
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Downtown Burlington home sought for a creative young woman who loves to read, anime and gaming. She enjoys her job and various outdoor activities such as sailing, kayaking and biking. Ideal candidate is a single female, possibly a grad student, who maintains a quiet home. Generous stipend and team support provided for the right person. Please contact: Marisa Hamilton or Mark Prior : (802) 488-6500 HowardCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to qualified employees.
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SEVEN DAYS: Does composing on violin differ terribly from writing with a more traditional songwriting instrument such as guitar or piano? 10/12/09 11:23:04 AM
ANDREW BIRD: Usually, I try to write as much as possible without anything in my hands, because whatever you’re playing is going to inform … well, your physical memory kicks in and you fall into certain geometric patterns that the instrument wants. So I usually try to write as much as I can either whistling or singing, in kind of a liquid state. Or
of songs reappearing in different forms on different albums. Do you ever reach a point where you feel a song is completely done, that you’ve taken an idea as far as it can go?
AB: Take a song like “Measuring Cups,” for instance, from The Mysterious Production of Eggs. I did, like, six to seven recorded versions that are drastically different, until I found the one that’s on
I TRY TO AVOID THE EVERYDAY, MATTER-OF-FACT LANGUAGE THAT WE USE AND I FEEL KIND OF GETS OVERUSED AND DEVALUED. I’M LOOKING FOR NEW WORDS. A N D R EW B I R D
gaseous state, I guess. And the whistling or singing is kind of a release valve. But that keeps things more interesting and less inclined to conform to an eight-bar phrase or certain patterns. That being said, I do write more than I used to on the guitar. It’s just so easy to grab a guitar and sit down on the couch and sing and strum away. SD: It seems as though a lot of your songs are eternally works in progress. Like, you’ll see versions
the record. And since then I’ve never really felt the need to reinvent that … yet. But give it a couple of years and it will be like covering someone else’s song and I’ll look at it differently. But that’s MISSPELLING DISASTER
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Online music monolith iTunes neatly files Bad Dog, the latest album from Montpelier’s The Heckhounds, under “blues.” And Live! that’s not entirely inappropriate, I guess. But I much prefer the band’s self-applied designation, “hopped-up country-blues.” Simple, sure. But it piques the listener’s curiosity. What’s more, it accurately clues us in to what we can expect to find over the album’s brisk 10 tracks. The album opens on “Bad Luck and Trouble,” two time-honored blues and country themes. Stylistically leaning more toward the former, the song introduces the trio as a lean, no-frills outfit. Appropriately lo-fi, the song, like the rest of the disc, exudes a refreshingly minimalist aesthetic — Friday, october 30, 9:30pm especially when compared to the tendency Valley players, WaitsField of many modern blues acts to gussy up “Sneak Preview” dress rehearsal. their sound with highfalutin’ adornments Tickets $15 at the door or call like horns and overly wet guitars. Nothing 802-249-0414 for reservations against that approach, per se, but I prefer HalloWeen, october 31, 9pm & midnigHt my blues steamy and raw. Here, The HigHer ground, soutH burlington Heckhounds deliver just that. Dress up for the “Rocky Horror Costume There is no virtuoso guitar ripping, Contest” - Don’t Dream It—Be It! $25 overblown harp noodling or vocal howling Tickets @ 888-512-7469 or at the door to be found on Bad Dog. The performances (if available) are, by and large, tastefully and — I mean this as a compliment — even lazily restrained. The disc is decidedly rough around the edges, which creates a warm, For more info: www.barreplayers.com familiar feel. Slide guitarist Hal Mayforth Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. offers languid, swampy lines, which book, music & lyrics by Richard O’Brien guitarist and harp player Michael Murdock matches with gruff, understated vocal turns. Meanwhile, drummer Kevin Morrison keeps the time with hazy torpidity. 8v-barreplayers102109.indd 1 10/19/09 3:24:36 PM If the album has a failing, it’s that the songwriting occasionally borders on cliché. Granted, blues — even the hopped-up
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to Eye,” “Are You Thinking” and the title track. Furthermore, they complement each other vocally, often delivering gorgeous harmony and counterpoint. However, whether a product of limiting minimal instrumentation or simply unadventurous arrangement, Green and Grey fairly lulls the listener into unconsciousness. There is precious little dynamic contrast between songs — or even within songs, for that matter. With little else to lean on sonically, both Beguin’s piano and McBrien’s guitar are often busy to the point of distraction. Ultimately, Green and Grey might work best if viewed as a demo. Whales and Wolves do present some compelling skeletons. But for those expecting fully realized songs, the material here will feel incomplete.
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I write this column on Monday morning. Before I come into the office I try to formulate some idea of how it will flow, over a cup of coffee and a stroll through Battery Park with my half-crazy, half-pit bull, Buckley. And, yes, he’s named after Jeff Buckley. But I didn’t name him. Over the last few weeks, I’ve taken to leading my columns with a series of rants. It hasn’t been a calculated move, simply a product of the ebb and flow of my email inbox. Plus, rants are fun to write — and I hope, to read. It seems you folks have had a lot on your minds lately, and it’s proved fertile column fodder.
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Agreed. And few local songwriters know the ins and outs of the music-biz wringer like Douglass does, so Flynn could do worse for a mentor. This Saturday, the dynamic duo — who have been cowriting some new tunes — splits a bill at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge. In other local-songstress news, Montpeculiar’s Sara Grace has a big weekend lined up. Friday night she rocks Burlington’s Red Square, with an assist from ace trombonist Andrew Moroz. The following night she’s throwing a special benefit at the Langdon Street Café to benefit, well, herself. Sound a little fishy? Maybe. But she’s a good cause. Grace needs the cash to finish a long-awaited new album. Giovanni Rovetto’s newly reconfigured outfit Pnuema opens. Sticking with the cozy capital café, local blues man Dave Keller hosts an all-star jam there this Sunday, following a screening of Queen of the Blues: A Portrait of Koko Taylor at the Savoy Theater. The hour-long doc gets up close and personal with the legendary blueswoman, who died in June. Keller’s jam will focus on the Grammy-winning singer’s tunes and will reportedly feature a load of local divas — though precisely who is not known as of press time. Proceeds from the screening and the show benefit the Koko Taylor Celebrity Aid Foundation. One more Montpelier plug: It’s nice to see Positive Pie 2 back in the live music game after a recent hiatus. And this Saturday the venue hosts a killer, excuse me, killah show, once again courtesy of those industrious lads at Halogen Media: one time Wu-Tang Clansman Killah Priest. I’m gonna go Sara Grace out on a limb and suggest that the dude doesn’t play many pizzerias, so this show could be something special. Sliding over to Middlebury, local songwriter Patrick Fitzsimmons has a big Killah Priest show coming up at the Town Hall Theater this Friday. And who knows? Maybe he’ll Speaking of The Skinny Pancake, dish the dirt on the recently announced the remainder of its calendar reunion shows for his old band, 1990s altthis weekend is similarly stellar. rock darlings From Good Homes. Friday, the crêperie presents Last but not least, welcome home, Greg mention here hugely important for a band’s Asheville songwriter Utah Green, who is Davis. The Burlington-based experimental success on a given night? Sometimes. And equal parts Appalachian hillbilly and Feistmusic auteur has spent the last few weeks sometimes it’s not. Though you have to ian chanteuse. Really. Then, on Saturday, in the land of the rising sun — that would be wonder how a relatively unknown, out-ofthey welcome Rhode Island’s Brown Bird, Japan — and is home for a cup of tea before town band playing a Sunday-night show about whom, according to the ’cake website, heading west with Sun Circle in a couple at Metronome would have fared had I not I recently wrote, “I love this band. Like, a of weeks. Despite the hectic schedule, mentioned them. My guess: worse. lot.” And he’s managed to put together a typically The point is that this column is merely I do. (And no, I didn’t just pimp those two intriguing show at the Firehouse Gallery a filter. Chances are, you don’t have the shows to boost the odds of a Dan Bolles on Wednesday, October 21— aka the day time to comb through the club listings each Crêpe.) this paper comes out. Slated to appear — week and research every band in order to In non-crêpe-related news, local pop Greg’s descriptions in quotes — are Josef plan your live music itinerary. But I do. prince Gregory DouglasS seems to have Van Wissem (“palindromic lute music from And this little corner of the music section taken local neo-soul siren Myra Flynn the Netherlands”), Che Chen and Robbie is simply where I tell you what I’ve found. under his wing. In a recent email, Flynn Lee (“new music from old instruments”) What you then do with that info is entirely marveled at his sage guidance, summing up and Myrmyr (“strings and electro-acoustic up to you. Just know that if I’m mentioning the experience with this line: “He rocks.” music from Oakland”). m a band or show here, it’s because I’m pretty following my advice and catching the show — though he worries that you may stop being my readers if I did. (That part doesn’t worry me so much. You folks know I scold because I love, right?) Well, I can’t very well chew you out for not going to that show, mostly because I missed it, too — see “Monday morning, write column” above. But Adler, in his own button-pushing way, brings up an interesting point. I occasionally wonder how much “pull,” for lack of a better term, this column really has. You know that saying that you’re never as good or as bad as anyone tells you? There’s a corollary. Is a
sure a good percentage of you will find it interesting. For example, the New Familiars and local tunesmith Josh Panda at the ’cake this Thursday. Just sayin’… So there you go, Jonny. Test the theory. But if that show does well and I retain my mojo, I demand my own crêpe.
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Anyway, as Buck and I made our daily rounds this particular morning, past lampposts, bushes, park benches and other assorted objects of interest/in need of peeing upon (by the dog), I realized that, for the first time in weeks, I had nothing to rant about. Nada. I felt an eerie calm as I stared out into the crisp fall air, while a flock of geese made their way south, brassy early morning light glinted off an increasingly snowy Whiteface Mountain and mirrored in a still Lake Champlain. All seemed truly, gloriously right with the world. And then it hit me. Instead of music views, I was going to have to lead with … music news. Oh, the horrors! So it was that I strolled to work this morning, mentally cobbling together a fluid narrative for this week’s choicest bites. I settled into my chair, fired up the ol’ MacBook and put my game face on. But just as I was set to begin writing, an email with this provocative subject heading appeared in my inbox: “Your Mojo.” In a word, jackpot. The missive was sent by reader Jonny Adler — of The Skinny Pancake Adlers. In it, he wonders if I have “lost my mojo,” since, despite my best column-ly efforts, the recent performance by kickass San Fran outfit Or, the Whale at Club Metronome seemed, in his estimation, woefully unattended. “I thought you had SERIOUS pull,” writes Adler, bemoaning the evening’s paltry turnout — which he put at less than one-third capacity. He goes on to suggest that I scold you, loyal readers, for not
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one where I feel, like, “Wow, I think I nailed it on that recording.” But for the most part, on most of my records, I’m not sure that I nailed it. And, whether I did or not, it’s fun in front of an audience to … I don’t know. They’re not finished. So in front of an audience I like to crack ’em open again. In some weird way it maybe involves the audience a little more. SD: Do you ever set parameters for yourself when you’re writing?
AB: Well, I sometimes might put restrictions on what is in the room while I’m working on a song, what’s within arms’ reach. With Noble Beast, all I had was a textural guideline. I wanted to do some pretty acoustic sounds, to take deep, rich sounds and make it sound 12v-3penny102109.indd 1 10/19/09 10:42:00 AM like soil, decomposing matter. So there are those kinds of abstract restrictions. Otherwise it’s just paying attention and deciding whether you are making music that you would actually like. OUR COMMUNITY I guess there is also, like, “While I’m working on this record, what am I gonIS PART OF THE na expose myself to?” Because you can’t WORLD COMMUNITY. always be listening to your own music. HELP US DEVELOP A VACCINE When I was driving around Nashville, FOR DENGUE FEVER working on the record, I had two records I was listening to: Kris Kristofferson’s Outpatient greatest hits record and a Studio One compilation. So you’ve got the acoustic, Clinical early ’70s, super-warm sound. And then Research Study you’ve got the super-bubbly, warm dub stuff. And those were definitely things, texturally, I wanted to hear.
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SD: You had a great quote in an AV club interview earlier this year [The Onion, January 20] about the deceptive quality of words. from what i understand about the way you approach lyric writing, it’s almost as though a couple of words appear out of the ether and it’s your job to figure out how they connect. Do you ever find that your own words can be deceiving, even to you?
AB: That may be why I tend to favor words I don’t know, or at least are archaic expressions from a different era that you’re supposed to know what they mean, but they can be given this new weight. Sometimes, like in the case of “Sovay,” I took a really old word from an old ballad, which no one really knows what it means and just sort of reappropriated it as a new word because it was kind of beautiful sounding. So, whatever I’m trying to say in this verse is what this word means. I try to avoid the everyday, matter-of-fact language that we use and I feel kind of gets overused and devalued. I’m looking for new words.
SD: And you’re not exactly averse to making them up when you need to. Like, “lacrimae.”
AB: Right. Usually it’s a hybrid of two words, or something in my head that I thought was a word but I found out later wasn’t. Nonetheless, it’s just paying attention again to these kinds of accidents, wires getting crossed in your brain. Paying attention to dreams that you forget you had and start to infuse into your everyday reality. Most of them are somehow accidentally circumventing your everyday, “let’s just get through the day” kind of brain. SD: You seem to approach your shows with a sort of … i want to say “controlled recklessness.” That must lead to some crazy backfires onstage.
AB: Less than you would expect. I’ve got a pretty good racket going, because failure is part of the show. And once it becomes part of the show, it starts to happen less. Nonetheless, maybe my thumb cramps up and I can’t play that loop on time and have to start over. And the first response from the audience is like, “Uhoh” … But you’re playing with expectations. Not intentionally, but I’m kind of aware of them. That’s what comedians do. It’s a situation when things don’t go right. What you don’t want is this totally polished show where no one felt anything happen. No one was able to distinguish it from the last night. So, yeah … “controlled recklessness.” It’s fairly controlled. There’s a map for the show, and it doesn’t descend into total free jazz or anything like that. But it’s definitely perilous. And that keeps everyone awake. SD: Last question. You’ve had some pretty bizarre descriptors attached to your music. it seems like it’s often a case of journalists being a little too clever in trying to peg your sound. As someone who makes a living describing music, i have to tell you that in your case, it’s a tall task. it’s tough to fully explain your music to someone who has never heard it. So i’m wondering if there have been any descriptors, either good ones or, maybe more interestingly, bad ones, that you’ve taken note of?
AB: The worst one I think I’ve heard is “whistle rock.” SD: oh, my. That’s god-awful.
AB: That pretty much sums it up, right? Yup, me and Peter, Bjorn and John. Two peas in a pod, right there. I wish I had some clever catchphrase to get me out of awkward conversations in elevators. But I have yet to find one. To end the conversation, I just say, “experimental pop.” But what can you say, really? That’s your job. m
venueS.411 burlington area
1/2 LouNgE, 136 1/2 church st., Burlington, 865-0012. 242 mAiN St., Burlington, 862-2244. ALExANDEr’S Pub At thE LiNcoLN iNN, 4 Park st., Essex Jct., 878-3309. bAckStAgE Pub, 60 Pearl st., Essex Jct., 878-5494. bANANA WiNDS cAfé & Pub, 1 market Pl., Essex Jct., 879-0752. brEAkWAtEr cAfé, 1 King st., Burlington, 658-6276. citY SPortS griLLE, 215 Lower mountain View Dr., colchester, 655-2720. cLub mEtroNomE, 188 main st., Burlington, 865-4563. frANNY o’S, 733 Queen city Pk. Rd., Burlington, 863-2909. grEEN room, 86 st. Paul st., Burlington, 651-9669. hALVorSoN’S uPStrEEt cAfé, 16 church st., Burlington, 658-0278. hArbor LouNgE At courtYArD mArriott, 25 cherry st., Burlington, 864-4700. highEr grouND, 1214 Williston Rd., s. Burlington, 652-0777. JP’S Pub, 139 main st., Burlington, 658-6389. LEuNig’S, 115 church st., Burlington, 863-3759. Lift, 165 church st., Burlington, 660-2088. mANhAttAN PizzA & Pub, 167 main st., Burlington, 658-6776. thE moNkEY houSE, 30 main st., Winooski, 655-4563. muDDY WAtErS, 184 main st., Burlington, 658-0466. NEctAr’S, 188 main st., Burlington, 658-4771. NightcrAWLErS, 127 Porter’s Point Rd., colchester, 310-4067. PArimA, 185 Pearl st., Burlington, 864-7917. rADio bEAN, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346. rASPutiN’S, 163 church st., Burlington, 864-9324. rED SquArE, 136 church st., Burlington, 859-8909. rí rá iriSh Pub, 123 church st., Burlington, 860-9401. rubEN JAmES, 159 main st., Burlington, 864-0744. SkiNNY PANcAkE, 60 Lake st., Burlington, 540-0188. VErmoNt Pub & brEWErY, 144 college st., Burlington, 865-0500.
chittenden county
51 mAiN, 51 main st., middlebury, 388-8209. thE briStoL bAkErY, 16 main st., Bristol, 453-3280. cAroL’S huNgrY miND cAfé, 24 merchant’s Row, middlebury, 388-0101. citY LimitS, 14 Greene st., Vergennes, 877-6919. DAN’S PLAcE, 31 main street, Bristol, 453-2774. gooD timES cAfé, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444. oN thE riSE bAkErY, 44 Bridge st., Richmond, 434-7787. StArrY Night cAfé, 5371 Rt. 7, Ferrisburgh, 877-6316. tWo brothErS tAVErN, 86 main st., middlebury, 388-0002.
central
bLAck Door bAr & biStro, 44 main st., montpelier, 223-7070. big PicturE thEAtEr & cAfé, 48 carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994. chArLiE o’S, 70 main st., montpelier, 223-6820. thE cENtEr bAkErY & cAfE, 2007 Guptil Road, Waterbury center, 244-7500. guSto’S, 28 Prospect st., Barre, 476-7919. L.A.c.E., 159 North main st., Barre, 476-4276. LANgDoN St. cAfé, 4 Langdon st., montpelier, 223-8667. mAiN St. griLL & bAr, 118 main st., montpelier, 223-3188. PickLE bArrEL NightcLub, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035. PoSitiVE PiE 2, 20 state st., montpelier, 229-0453. PurPLE mooN Pub, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422. SLiDE brook LoDgE & tAVErN, 3180 German Flats Rd., Warren, 583-2202.
northern
bEE’S kNEES, 82 Lower main st., morrisville, 888-7889. thE brEWSki, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366. thE hub PizzEriA & Pub, 21 Lower main st., Johnson, 635-7626. mAttErhorN, 4969 mountain Rd., stowe, 253-8198. muSic box, 147 creek Rd., craftsbury, 586-7533. oVErtimE SALooN, 38 s. main st., st. Albans, 524-0357. PiEcASSo, 899 mountain Rd., stowe, 253-4411. ruStY NAiL, mountain Rd., stowe, 253-6245. ShootErS SALooN, 30 Kingman st., st. Albans, 527-3777. tAmArAck griLL At burkE mouNtAiN, 223 shelburne Lodge Rd., East Burke, 626-7394. WAtErShED tAVErN, 31 center st., Brandon, 247-0100.
regional
krAzY horSE SALooN, 14 margaret st., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-570-8888. moNoPoLE, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-5632222. NAkED turtLE, 1 Dock st., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200. oLiVE riDLEY’S, 37 court st., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-3242200. tAbu cAfé & NightcLub, 14 margaret st., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-0666.
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SAt.24 // thE ALAN cohEN ExpEriENcE [WhAtSit-pop]
Are You Experienced? An evening with the exPerienCe
alan CoHen
is just that: an experience. Cohen recently rose to Internet pseudo-celebrity
with “The Obama Groove,” a pro-Obama ditty that went viral on YouTube during
Saturday, November 21 at 7:00 p.m. United Methodist Church, Middlebury
the election. Since then he has drawn rave reviews for his singular brand of musical
Christine’s smart and funny take on contemporary life and foible make for a one-of-a-kind concert. As a songwriter, she brings the shrewd insight and wit of a savvy columnist together with a novelist’s eye for evocative details. “Lavin is as captivating an artist in solo performance as there is today!” —Billboard. $18 advance, $20 at the door ($15 as part of the package) For tickets/information call: Last chance for special rate package!
curiosities and elicited comparisons to a wide-ranging cast of quirky musical characters, including They Might Be Giants, Wesley Willis and — wait for it — “Neil Young as your summer camp counselor.” Well, OK, then. Experience Cohen for yourself this Saturday at Burlington’s Radio Bean. FRI.23
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Club MetronoMe: No Diggity: Return to the ’90s (’90s dance party), 9 p.m., $5. Franny o's: Big Boots Deville (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free. Green rooM: DJ Francise (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
JP's Pub: Dave Harrison's Starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. ManHattan Pizza and Pub: The Stripmall Symphony (afro-Latin), 9:30 p.m., Free. Marriott Harbor lounGe: The trio featuring paul Cassarino, tracie Cassarino & Jeff Wheel (acoustic), 8 p.m., Free.
neCtar's: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., Free. Jesse Dee (soul), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. niGHtCrawlers: High Rollers (rock), 9 p.m., Free. radio bean: Utah Green (folk), 7 p.m., Free. Secret airplanes (rock), 8:15 p.m., Free. Walri (rock), 9:30 p.m., Free. Waylon Speed (speedwestern), 11:30 p.m., Free. red square: perry Nunn (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m., Free. Sara Grace & the Suits (roots), 9 p.m., $3. Nastee (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $3. rí rá irisH Pub: DJ Johnny Utah (top 40), 10 p.m., Free. tHe skinny PanCake: Utah Green (singersongwriter), 9 p.m., $5 donation.
central
lanGdon street CaFé: Happy Hour with Electric Sorcery (rock), 6 p.m., Donations. Big tree (psychfolk), 9 p.m., Donations.
on tHe rise bakery: Stone Cold Roosters (bluegrass), 7:30 p.m., Donations. two brotHers tavern: Dan parks & the Blame (rock), 10 p.m., $3.
northern
bee's knees: The Heckhounds (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations. 8v-Magichat101409.indd 1 Jd's Pub: Live Music, 9:30 p.m., $3.
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regional
MonoPole: peacock tunes & trivia, 5 p.m., Free. tim Herron Band CD Release (rock), 10 p.m., Free. MonoPole downstairs: Gary peacock (singersongwriter), 5 p.m., Free. olive ridley's: ten Year Vamp (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
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tHe Monkey House: torpedo Rodeo, Dreary Lane (rock), 9 p.m., $5.
champlain valley
51 Main: ava & the Gardeners (indie), 9 p.m., Free.
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JP'S PuB: Dave Harrison's starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. marriott HarBor lounge: christopher peterman Group (jazz), 8 p.m., Free.
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muddy waterS: The motel Brothers (americana), 9 p.m., Free. nectar'S: Jay Burwick (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., Free. Yarn (americana), 9 p.m., $5/10. 18+. nigHtcrawlerS: Little creek (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
radio Bean: Jeffrey scott connor (singersongwriter), 5:30 p.m., Free. tin penny (old-time), 7 p.m., Free. The alan cohen Experience (rock), 16t-sweetlady102109-2.indd 1 10/19/09 12:14:56 PM ® 8 p.m., Free. Neon magus, the le duo, concord C O M M U N I C AT I O N S Ballet Orchestra players & psychedelic Family (experimental), 9 p.m., Free. Telephone and internet services
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raSPutin'S: Nastee (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. red Square: Lowell Thompson & crown pilot (alt-country), 9 p.m., $3. DJ a-Dog (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $3. rí rá iriSH PuB: The Boomflowers (rock), 10 p.m., Free. tHe Skinny Pancake: Brown Bird (indie-folk), 9 p.m., $5 donation.
central
Black door Bar & BiStro: industrial Jazz Group (jazz), 9:30 p.m., $5. tHe center Bakery & café: Billy caldwell (acoustic), 9:30 a.m., Free. cHarlie o'S: Brothers mccann (prog-rock), 10 p.m., Free. langdon Street café: pneuma (jazz),sara Grace & the suits (roots), 9 p.m., $12.
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10/2/09 4:51:53 PM PoSitive Pie 2: Killah priest (hip-hop), 10 p.m., $8.
Slide Brook lodge & tavern: soul ascension (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
champlain valley
51 main: Bread & Bones (folk), 9 p.m., Free. city limitS: Dance party with DJ Earl (DJ), 9 p.m., Free.
northern
Bee'S kneeS: Laslo cameo (roots), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
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radio Bean: Old time sessions, 1 p.m., Free. trio Gusto (jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Nicole carey (singersongwriter), 7:15 p.m., Free. Ryan Fauber Band (rock), 9:15 p.m., Free. red Square: Bonjour-Hi! (eclectic DJs), 9 p.m., Free. rí rá iriSH PuB: irish session, 5 p.m., Free.
central
langdon Street café: a tribute to Koko taylor with Dave Keller (blues), 5 p.m., Donations.
northern
Bee'S kneeS: michael arnowitt (piano), 11 a.m., Donations. Gretchen Witt (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., Donations. tHe HuB Pizzeria & PuB: Jazz on tap (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free.
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burlington area
1/2 lounge: Heal-in sessions with Reverence & Nickel B (reggae), 10 p.m., Free. cluB metronome: Open mic Night with mikey p of Elephantbear, 9 p.m., Free. HigHer ground Ballroom: andrew Bird, st. Vincent (experimental-pop), 7:30 p.m., $25/27. aa. tHe monkey HouSe: Kip ’n' co (singersongwriters), 8 p.m., Free. nectar'S: Hammajang (rock), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. Parima main Stage: Jazzed up mondays (jazz), 7 p.m., Free (18+). radio Bean: Open mic, 8 p.m., Free. red Square: Lendway (indie), 9 p.m., Free. Hype 'Em (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. rozzi'S lakeSHore tavern: trivia Night, 8 p.m., Free. ruBen JameS: Why Not monday? with Dakota (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
central
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regional
burlington area
monoPole: capital Zen (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
1/2 lounge: The Dog Daze with DJ Big Dog (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free.
olive ridley'S: ten Year Vamp (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
cluB metronome: csc Funk Band (funk), 9 p.m., $5.
taBu café and nigHtcluB: all Night Dance party with DJ toxic (DJ), 5 p.m., Free.
HigHer ground Ballroom: Gwar, Job for a cowboy, The Red chord (metal), 8 p.m., $23/25. aa. leunig'S BiStro & café: Juliet mcVicker (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. lift: Karaoke … With a twist, 9 p.m., Free. tHe monkey HouSe: Hip-Hop Open mic with Dakota, 10 p.m., Free.
1/2 lounge: Funhouse with DJ Rob Douglas, moonflower & Friends (eclectic DJs), 7 p.m., Free.
monty'S old Brick PuB : Open mic Night, 6 p.m., Free.
242 main: antartic, The Bronzed chorus, Econoline (rock), 7 p.m., $7. aa.
nectar'S: WBKm Bluesday tuesday with The Book'em Blues Band, 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.
BackStage PuB: Karaoke with pete, 9 p.m., Free.
radio Bean: Gua Gua (psychotropical), 6 p.m., Free. Dan Blakeslee (singer-songwriter), 8:30 p.m., Free. Honky tonk sessions (honky-tonk), 10 p.m., $3.
franny o'S: Balance DJ & Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.
Live entertainment & Giveaways!
nigHtcrawlerS: Karaoke with steve Leclair, 7 p.m., Free.
ruSty nail: Last Kid picked (rock), 10 p.m., $5.
burlington area
86 MAIN STREET, MIDDLEBURY
nectar'S: mi Yard Reggae Night with Big Dog & Demus (reggae), 9 p.m., Free.
langdon Street café: Open mic, 7 p.m., Free.
Sun.25
More then 20 Vermont brews on tap by Long Trail, Harpoon, Otter Creek, The Shed, Trout River, Switchback, Rock Art, Magic Hat, McNeill’s, Wolaver’s, Woodchuck, Lawson’s Finest Liquids and more!
tHe monkey HouSe: comedy Night with Kathleen Kanz, marc Bohl, andrew Knox-mule, Thom Hartswick, Denise mccarty, tracie spencer, Josie Leavitt (standup), 7 p.m., $5.
PiecaSSo: Karaoke championship with John Wilson & Danger Dave, 9:30 p.m., Free. tHe tamarack grill at Burke mountain: Ride the Rhythms with Nick cassarino (jazz), 9 p.m., $10.
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two BrotHerS tavern: The Goshen Ramblers (roots), 10 p.m., $3.
HigHer ground SHowcaSe lounge: Never shout Never, meg & Dia, Now Now Every children, carter Hulsey (indie-pop), 6:30 p.m., $15/17. aa.
HigHer ground Ballroom: New Found Glory, title Fight, Fallen From the sky, Late Nite Wars (punk), 7:30 p.m., $18/20. aa.
red Square: upsetta international sound (reggae), 8 p.m., Free.
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THURSDAY 9.22 cRAIG mITCHELL’s THIRSTY THURSDAY’S (Hip-Hop/House/Mash-ups)
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SATURDAY 9.24 SPYCE FEAT. Hector Cobeo (9pm-11pm)
(Salsa/Hip-Hop] Robby J (11pm-2am) (Mash-up/Top 40)
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central
Charlie O's: Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. langdOn street Café: Tania Asili y la Banda Rebelde (soul), 8 p.m., Donations. Main street grill and Bar: Jairo Sequiera (Spanish guitar), 7 p.m., Free.
Haven’t I Seen You Somewhere?
If
the new faMiliars
sound, well, familiar, there’s a good reason. The Charlotte, N.C.-
based quintet represents the next wave of an increasing groundswell of hybrid Americana music. Blending pop and rock sensibilities with down-home flair, the band should appeal to fans of fellow crossover acts such as roots-punk darlings The Avett Brothers, or even
champlain valley
raucous grass-blazers the Old Crow Medicine Show. This week the Familiars make two
51 Main: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., Free.
Vermont stops: Thursday at Burlington’s Skinny Pancake and Friday at the Snow Shoe
twO BrOthers tavern: Monster Hits Karaoke, 9 p.m.
Lodge in Montgomery Center.
northern
Bee's knees: Christopher Dorman (singersongwriter), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
Manhattan Pizza & PuB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free. Muddy waters: The Dirt Farmers (country), 9 p.m., Free.
1/2 lOunge: Sirenix: Queen City Songwriter Series with Steve Hartman (singer-songwriters), 7:30 p.m., Free. The Eames Brothers (mountain blues), 9:30 p.m., Free.
red square: General Lee (rock), 8 p.m., Free. DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free.
CluB MetrOnOMe: Family Night Open Jam, 10 p.m., Free (18+).
Charlie O's: Jasmine Armour (old-time), 8 p.m., Free.
higher grOund BallrOOM: Silverstein, Madina Lake, I See Stars, The Word Alive, I Am Commiting A Sin (rock), 7:30 p.m., $13/15. AA.
langdOn street Café: Honey Dewdrops (acoustic), 8 p.m., Donations. Dr. Gasp! Halloween Warmup (freak folk), 10 p.m., Donations.
leunig's BistrO & Café: Paul Asbell & Clyde Stats (jazz), 7 p.m., Free.
slide BrOOk lOdge & tavern: Open Jam, 9 p.m., Free.
burlington area
radiO Bean: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Irish Sessions, 9 p.m., Free.
central
waterBury reservOir: Ladies Night, with Shrimp on the Side (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., Free.
champlain valley
City liMits: Karaoke with Balance Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free. On the rise Bakery: Open Bluegrass Session, 7:30 p.m., Free. twO BrOthers tavern: Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., Free.
northern
Bee's knees: Fred Brauer (folk), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
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neCtar's: True School Wednesday with Nastee & A-Dog (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.
Everything rock.
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PieCassO: Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.
lift: DJ Capsule's Comme Ci (house), 9 p.m., Free.
Zepplin. 3 Doors Down. Stained.
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slide BrOOk lOdge & tavern: Tattoo Tuesdays with Andrea (jam), 5 p.m., Free.
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Lords of the Rink
T
he Winter Olympics won’t happen till February, but rink fans can still get their fill of crossovers, fan spirals and shotgun spins on the ice. This week, Leddy Park hosts the New England Regional Figure Skating Championships, last held in Vermont 15 years ago. The competition has been a starting point for a host of notable skaters — such as Nancy Kerrigan in the 1980s — and now draws 250 adept skaters ages 6 to 20, including more than 30 Vermonters. Over five days of intense practice sessions, stunning choreography and glittering costumes, you’ll be wowed by double jumps and double axels from the under-13 competitors, and swift triple jumps executed by upper-level challengers. Drop by any time for some fun in the cold.
NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS Wednesday, October 21, 3:30-10 p.m.; Thursday, October 22, 7 a.m. - 10:50 p.m.; Friday, October 23 through Saturday, October 24, 7 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.; and Sunday, October 25, 6:15 a.m. - 6:15 p.m., at Leddy Park Arena in Burlington. $5 per day; $20 for full event. Info, 865-7558. www. champlainvalleyskatingclub.org
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ust in time for Halloween comes a blast from the past that’ll scare your socks off. We’re talking old-school, silent-movie-style creepy. Nothing will give you a better fright than those subtly sinister 1920s German Expressionist motion pictures, such as The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Boston-based music group Devil Music Ensemble screens these soundless classics and ups the ante with its live performance of a thrilling original score. The three-man group, formed in 1999 by Brendon Wood, accompanies F. W. Murnau’s Nosferatu at the Fleming this Saturday. The 1922 film is an adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula with a famous performance by Max Schreck (that’s “fright” in German). Get ready for a memorable night at the museum.
DEVIL MUSIC ENSEMBLE Saturday, October 24, 8 p.m., at the Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington. $15-25. Info, 656-4455. www.uvm.edu/laneseries
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hen a blizzard hit Burlington last March, causing a blackout, violinist Soovin Kim played Bach’s Chaconne to a few loyal audience members in the dark. Now the young musician kicks off the Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks Series — this time, in the limelight he deserves. Since picking up the bow at age 4, Kim has played with the Vermont Youth Orchestra, studied at the Curtis Institute of Music, and released five recordings, running the musical gamut from Bach’s classics to contemporary compositions. This Saturday, he’ll join VSO Music Director Jaime Laredo and principal oboist Nancy Dimock in Sibelius’ Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D Minor, Schumann’s Rhenish, and David Ludwig’s Radiance. This is a must-see.
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Saturday, October 24, 8 p.m., at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $9-58. Info, 863-5966. www.flynntix.org
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aturday marks one of the largest worldwide calls to action in history: It’s 350.org’s International Day of Climate Action. Thousands of events in 116 countries bring attention to the planet’s rising levels of carbon dioxide, with the goal of lowering them to the safe upper limit of 350 parts per million. Saturday also marks what is probably — we’re not doing the research — Vermont’s largest call to dance action ever. Wait, what? Among the planned hikes, church bell ringings, picnics and more is a statewide dance party with sounds from Spiritual Rez and Barefoot Truth. “The PICTURED: KATHRYN BLUME way we see it, it is our responsibility to promote ways to move towards a more sustainable future,” says singer Will Evans. Folks at home can join in via the live feed, notes local organizer Kathryn Blume, who hopes that besides expressing “our deep desire for a healthy world,” the day “is also really fun.” Get your groove on — and save the planet.
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VERMONT 350: INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CLIMATE ACTION Saturday, October 24, all day, at various locations statewide. Visit www.350.org or www.vt350dance.com for complete schedule and prices. Vermont 350 Dance Party with Barefoot Truth & Spiritual Rez, 8:30 p.m. at Higher Ground in Burlington. $12-15. Info, 652-0777. www. highergroundmusic.com
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ColChEstEr Community Forum: Citizens learn all there is to know about the November vote to build a new police building. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7576. nEighborhooD improvEmEnt night: Burlington residents articulate what they value about downtown, the waterfront and their neighborhoods to the Planning Commission. Burlington Public Works Department, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7172.
business
ChambEr mixEr: The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking mingle complete with a mini-business expo and refreshments. Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce, Barre, 5-7 p.m. $10-15. Info, 229-5711, cvchamber@aol.com. ‘grEEning up your bottom linE’: A daylong conference gives businesses of all sizes tips for sustainability, greener options and measuring carbon footprints. Stowe Mountain Lodge, 9 a.m. 3:30 p.m. $70-80. Info, 728-1423. KEllEy marKEting mEEting: Marketing, advertising, communications and design professionals brainstorm help for local nonprofits over breakfast. Room 217, Ireland Building, Champlain College, Burlington, 7:45-9 a.m. Free. Info, 865-6495. ‘sElling to thE EmployEEs’: Business owners focus on the future by analyzing the pros, cons and financial aspects of “Employee Ownership as a Path for Business Succession.” Hebard Office Building, Newport, 8-9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 861-6611.
environment
‘button-up vErmont WorKshop’: Residents learn to lock in heat and lower fuel costs through simple home improvements. Town Hall, West Rutland, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 773-8901. rEnEWablE EnErgy WorKshop: Colin Sorenson from Alteris Renewables details how homeowners can harness photovoltaic, solar-thermal and wind power. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hunger mountain.com.
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burnham KnittErs: Yarn unfurls into purls at a chat-and-craft session. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-4269.
habitat For humanity homEoWnErs mEEting: With three affordable houses in the works for Charlotte, those interested in pitching in or applying for a house drop by to learn more. Charlotte Senior Center, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 872-8726.
raCism, hEtErosExism, bias & opprEssion ConFErEnCE: UVM’s Department of Psychology challenges prejudices through three days of films, workshops and talks about “Visible and Invisible Stigma: Living in a Culture with Expectations of Perfection.” Call or email for schedule or registration. University of Vermont, Burlington, 9 a.m. 9 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2670, dstlouis@uvm.edu.
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‘thE mummy’: Boris Karloff stars in this classic 1932 flick about a preserved body coming back to life after 3700 years. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 6 p.m. Regular admission, $3-5. Info, 656-2090.
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‘thE passion oF Joan oF arC’: Pianist Bob Merrill provides live accompaniment to Carl Theodor Dreyer’s 1928 silent film recounting the saga of the martyr. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.
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‘thE rivErs’: This 58-minute documentary profiles the stories of Iraqis displaced from their homes, as well as the efforts of Direct Aid Iraq. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
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‘you, thE living’: Roy Andersson’s Swedish film addresses both everyday struggles and life’s big questions in a humorous and absurdist take on human nature. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600.
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food & drink
annual potluCK: Members of the Bradford Historical Society and the public down shared grub before taking a sneak peek at the newly restored Wilson Globe. United Church of Christ, Bradford, supper at 6 p.m.; program at 7. Free. Info, 222-4423.
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health & fitness
‘a praCtiCE basED on subtlE EnErgy’: Sherry Rhynard provides food for thought about alternative healing methods, including the SICO Quantum Biofeedback system, Scalar Wave Laser and therapeutic-grade essential oils. Tulsi Tea Room, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. $5. Info, 223-0043.
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Experience the cool science and pure fun of this force of nature, through innovative exhibits and interactives: Hurricane Simulator Can you handle 78 mph winds? Kites to Kitty Hawk Remarkable kites and their pioneering inventors, aiming towards human-powered flight. Galaxy of Kites A unique collection of world, contemporary, mini and giant constructions. The Wall of Wind Fly your own kite creations — indoors. Take Flight Build and launch planes and rockets, while discovering the principles of flight.
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‘FaCts to aCtion: gEtting Control oF vErmont’s buDgEt FuturE’: This daylong conference explores the underlying causes of the state’s fiscal problems, as well as how to address them — without just cutting back. Preregister. Capitol Plaza, Montpelier, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $5075. Info, 229-6377.
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‘Are You Nocturnal?’: Children ages 3 to 5 analyze why a critter may only show its face when the sun goes down by playing nighttime games in daylight. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 10-11:30 a.m. $5. Info, 229-6206. Babytime: Crawling tots and their parents group up with comrades for playtime and sharing. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 876-7147. ‘Drop In & Read’: Youthful bookworms enjoy snacks, story time, chess and page turning. Lincoln Library, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 453-2665. ‘Fourth & Fifth Graders Read’: Youth don reading glasses for a brand-new fiction group and discussion of their favorite lit genres. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4:15-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Halloween Stories & Candy Corn Art: Spooky, kid-friendly tales and craft projects get youngsters in first through fifth grade in the mood for the fall holiday. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. ‘Moving & Grooving with Christine’: Young ones jam out to rock ‘n’ roll and world-beat tunes. Recommended for ages 2 to 5, but all are welcome. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Open Jam: Twelve- to 19-year-old developing musicians rock out on their instrument (or a borrowed one) at a group improv session. The Hub Teen Center & Skatepark, Bristol, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 453-3678. Peter the Music Man: Educator Peter Alsen lets kids ages 3 to 5 try out various instruments at a fun intro to music theory. Colchester Meeting House, 12:30-1 p.m. Free. Info, 878-0313. ‘Teens Read’: Middle schoolers chat about the books that keep them flipping page after page. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 5-5:45 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Wednesday Storytime: Little readers ages 3 to 5 digest picture books, songs and puppet activities. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.
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Queen City Hot Club: The band’s gypsy jazz sounds add a little pep to the air. Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 496-8994.
sport
New England Regional Figure Skating Championships: Double axels and lutz jumps abound as ice gliders skim the rink for top marks. See calendar spotlight. Leddy Park Arena, Burlington, 3:30-10 p.m. $5 per day; $20 for full event. Info, 865-7558.
talks
‘Adventures With Italian Names’: Professor William Tortolano chronicles changes made over time to family and opera names, often altered because of prejudices. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 862-4200. Benjamin Eastman: UVM’s assistant prof of the Department of Anthropology captivates listeners with his “Reflections on the Politics and Poetics of Contemporary Cuba.” Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 12:15 p.m. Regular admission, $3-5. Info, 656-2090. Cleophace Mukunda: The Congo native describes how the demand for coltan, a mineral used in electronics, causes conflict, death and devastation in the country in “The Congo, Cell Phones and the Industry That Connects Them.” Hauke Campus Center, Champlain College, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. David Dunn: The manager of Renewable Projects Development at Central Vermont Public Service focuses on cow power in “Evolution of the Program.” Room 203, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1247.
David Stoll: Middlebury College’s associate professor of sociology and anthropology explores “21st Century Mayan Moderne: The Ixil Mayas of Guatemala.” Room 219. McCardell Bicentennial Hall, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 786-877-9566. Guntram Herb: Middlebury College’s professor of geography charts out how the Berlin Wall split the country in “Of Maps and Men: Representing Divided Germany.” Robert A. Jones House, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433. John Dewey Workshop: Former UVM prof Charles Rathbone and artist-educator Frank Gonzalez discuss the lasting impact of the Burlington-raised philosopher and education theorist. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. John Hunisak: The professor of history of art and architecture explores the symbolism of food in representations of the New Testament. Room 103, Hillcrest Environmental Center, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168.
theater
‘Hamlet’: Northern Stage’s international cast presents the Bard’s dark tale of political turmoil and family vengeance in Denmark. Briggs Opera House, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. $25-58. Info, 296-7000. ‘Opus’: The Vermont Stage Company dives deep into the intricacies of the rehearsal room when the violinist of a high-profile string quartet mysteriously disappears before their biggest show. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $26-32.50. Info, 863-5966.
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An Evening with Green Candle Theatre Company: Award-winning storyteller Recille Hamrell hosts an open mic centered on “Shared Moments: Bringing the Power of Personal Story to the Stage.” Outer Space, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-1053. Book Discussion: In the “New England Uncovered” reading series, bookworms delve into Russell Banks’ Affliction. Hartland Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 436-2473. Dan Close: Tales about indigenous people surface in readings from the Underhill poet’s newest collection, What the Abenaki Say About Dogs. Phoenix Books, Essex, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. ‘Prophetic Odyssey’: What happened after Moses died? A study group peruses the prophetic writings to quench its thirst for knowledge. Temple Sinai, South Burlington, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-5125. Readers Theater Series: The audience becomes part of the story as director Karen Hildebrand organizes read-aloud works. Studio Theater, Myers Fine Arts Building. SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 6 p.m. Free. Info, 518-564-3095.
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Origami Workshop: Local artisans teach the ancient art of paper folding. Good Living Senior Center, St. Johnsbury, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8470.
business
‘A Strategic International Trade Operations & Procedures Primer’: As more and more Vermont companies do out-of-country business, Mike Allocca of Allocca Enterprises, Inc. introduces import and export trade procedures and more in “Increase Sales, Improve Efficiency and Be Compliant.” Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2085.
dance
Argentine Tango Lessons: It takes two to tango, but no partner is necessary to learn this vibrant style of movement, which originated in Buenos Aires and Montevideo. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 4:30-6:30 p.m. $10. Info, 723-4014.
environment
‘Button-Up Vermont Workshop’: Residents learn to lock in heat and lower fuel costs through simple home improvements. Bugbee Senior Center, White River Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 295-3075. Wind & Energy Forum: Power experts look to the future with presentations on wind turbine health risks and Vermont renewable energy and climate change goals. Social hour with refreshments begins at 6 p.m. Town Hall, West Rutland, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 446-2094, vce@vce.org.
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Annual Brain Injury Conference: Presentations and workshops explain the mysteries and complexities of the powerhouse in the head. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 7:45 a.m. $50-110. Info, 877856-1772. Bargain Book Blowout: See WED.21, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Blood Drive: Healthy humans part with life-sustaining pints. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 518-5643095. ‘Bridge Basics’: Bronze Life Master Louise Acker provides beginners with an overview of bidding, play and defense in this mentally engaging card game. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4095. ‘Free Stuff on the Web’: Instructor Warner White leads an exploration of the Internet’s hidden treasures, which include freebie office suites, recipes, software, games, books and more. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. $10. Info, 658-3585. Pumpkin Carving: Scoop out the guts of these classic October gourds before giving the jack-o’lanterns spooky or humorous facial expressions. BYO-pumpkin, or slice up a donated one. Bradford Public Library, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536, bradfordpubliclibrary@gmail.com. Pumpkin Carving Contest: Hollowed-out orange orbs become intricate works of glowing gourd art at this carve-off. Costumes encouraged; tools, pumpkins and Halloween treats provided. Shelburne Art Center, Shelburne, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $5-10. Info, 985-3648. Queen City Ghostwalk: See WED.21, 7 p.m. Racism, Heterosexism, Bias & Oppression Conference: See WED.21, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. ‘Rock Hounds Unite!’: Geologists swap knowledge about stones and fossils, lead mini geology field trip, and display mineral collections to celebrate National Earth Science Week. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6206. ‘Water Reclamation’: Water Quality Educator Emma Melvin overflows with ideas about innovative stormwater systems, rain gardens and other H2O-saving methods that preserve natural ecosystems. Addison County Regional Planning Commission, Middlebury, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 388-3141.
film
‘The Painter’s Canvas’: How do artists animate their work? Film fans witness the evolution of the genre through clips of The Street, the ink-andbrush Father and Daughter, and the color-penciled Crac. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-6462576. ‘The World According to Monsanto’: Folks concerned about the future of our food supply catch this doc about the domination of one of the world’s most powerful agricultural industry companies. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. ‘You, the Living’: See WED.21, 7 p.m.
food & drink
‘A Taste of Ghana’: Traditional Ghanaian eats meet percussion by the Akoma Drummers at this song and dance benefit for a college study tour of the country. International Commons, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 6-9 p.m. $10-20. Info, 654-2536, jprice@smcvt.edu. ‘Celebration of Cheese’: Fans of mature dairy products nibble Vermont Butter and Cheese samples. Healthy Living, South Burlington, 2-5 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2568. ‘Tea Growing in Taiwan’: Stone Leaf Teahouse owner John Wetzel shares a taste of the country’s culture and farming methods, using his 2008 road trip through the mountains as food for thought at this talk and tea sampling. Lawrence Memorial Library, Bristol, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 453-7648.
health & fitness
Laughter Yoga: You don’t need a great sense of humor to reap the health benefits of a good chuckle, mixed with yogic breathing, light stretching and strengthening. Richmond Free Library, 5-6 p.m. Donations accepted for Our Community Cares Camp. Info, 349-5404. ‘Stretch for the Cure’: Pilates practitioners strengthen their core in classes led by Classic Form Pilates. Proceeds benefit the High Risk Breast Cancer Program of Vermont and Be Bright Pink. North End Studio, Burlington, 7:15-8:15 p.m. $15 donation. Info, 598-2469.
kids
‘Babies & Moms’: Family members bond through stories, nursery rhymes and songs with peers. South Burlington Community Library, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. Music with Peter: Preschoolers up to age 5 bust out song and dance moves. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. ‘Science in the Library’: Youngsters ages 8 to 11 improve their target practice by crafting a catapult. Bradford Public Library, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 222-4536, bradfordpubliclibrary@gmail.com. ‘Wii-tastic!’: Kids grades 3 and up test out the video game console through “Dance Dance Revolution,” “Guitar Hero” and more. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
music
Dianne Reeves: Love songs fill the air as the four-time Grammy winner applies her contralto vocals to the songs of her latest recording, When You Know. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $10-40. Info, 603-646-2422.
community
Volunteer Training: Folks learn to lend a hand to provide necessary services to the state’s migrant farm workers. River Arts Center, Morrisville, 4-8 p.m. Free. Info, 456-9837.
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Keb’ Mo’: The three-time Grammy Awardwinner leads a cultural journey through the evolution of the blues, while also embracing pop, rock, folk and jazz elements. Kristina Train opens. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $27-47. Info, 863-5966. Linda Radtke: The musician gives a costumed rundown of major state benchmarks in “Vermont History Through Song” with pianist John Lincoln. Ellsworth Room, Johnson State College, 2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603-643-3197.
sport
New England Regional Figure Skating Championships: See WED.21, 7 a.m. - 10:50 p.m.
talks
Christopher Wilson: The curator of current exhibit “Prints and Prejudice: Woodcuts and Artifacts of the American Civil War” uses images to chart the evolution of art before it reaches the public eye. Room 221, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5007. Dr. Terryl Kinder: The visiting professor of fine arts imparts the history and architecture of the Abbey of Pontigny, the birthplace of the order of priests and brothers who founded St. Michael’s College. Hoehl Welcome Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. ‘Facing Mental Illness’: After a screening of Minds on the Edge, folks begin a conversation about mental health care and best practices. Shelburne Town Municipal Building. 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 244-1396. ‘Home Heating 101’: Instructor Susan Randall Davis gives the ins and outs of keeping it warm inside your home. McClure Center for School Programs, Shelburne Farms, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $15. Info, 985-9830. ‘Lunch & Learn’: Attorney Anna Drummond fills minds with knowledge in “Fraud 101: The Psychology of a Scam” as listeners fill their bellies over the midday meal. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 12 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 863-4214.
Abby Denson: The author of Dolltopia, a graphic novel about dolls escaping humans, reads the quirky tale over cupcakes. Revolution, White River Junction, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 295-6487.
‘Choices for Sustainable Living’: In a seven-week book discussion series, environmentally conscious folks consider lifestyle choices during group gabs. Bradford Public Library, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Free. Info, 222-4536, bradfordpubliclibrary@gmail.com. Kim Rosen: The spoken-word artist, poet and author helps others discover “the language of the soul” in Saved by a Poem: The Transformative Power of Words. All Souls Interfaith Gathering, Shelburne, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 985-3819. ‘Magic Light’: Student and alumni actors perform a theatrical reading of Burnham Holmes’ unusual tale of a love triangle on a mysterious tropical island, before the audience chats with the author over pizza and drinks. Old Chapel on Seminary Street, Castleton State College, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 235-1383. Mary Philipsen: The daughter-in-law of Vermont vet Bill Philipsen shares his compiled stories in The Milky Derby, relating a remarkable 1929 journey on foot and hoof from Brandon, Vt., to St. Louis, Mo. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050. ‘Page Producers’: Lovers of lit witness local writers reading from their works of fiction and creative nonfiction over glasses of wine. Revolution, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 295-6487.
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Argentinean Tango: Shoulders back, chin up! With or without partners, dancers of all abilities strut to bandoneón riffs in a self-guided practice session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, 7:30-10 p.m. $5. Info, 598-1077.
‘The Crisis of Sexual Violence & Rape as a Weapon of War’: Members of the local Congolese community provide a window to villages in the Eastern Congo with personal stories and a slide show of the atrocities committed. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.
Barn Dance: The Medicinals provide the ditties for a rustic jig on the farm, accompanied by local eats and a cash bar. Boyden Farm, Cambridge, 5-9 p.m. $10-15. Info, 644-6363.
Walter Medwid: The executive director of Northwoods Stewardship Center ponders the plight of midnight howlers in “Wildlife Restoration and Recovery: Should Wolves Return to Vermont?” Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m. $5. Info, 748-2600.
Bargain Book Blowout: See WED.21, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
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‘Crossing Delancey’: The Little City Players present a funny tale of cultures clashing when Isabelle’s traditional grandmother hires a Jewish matchmaker to take control of her love life. Vergennes Opera House, 8 p.m. $10-12. Info, 863-5966. ‘Hamlet’: See WED.21, 7:30 p.m. ‘Otello’: Big voices come to the cinema through Verde’s Italian opera based on Shakespeare’s tragic play. Theatergoers catch a broadcast of it as it was performed at the Salzburg Festival. Merrill’s Roxy Cinema, Burlington, 6 p.m. $18-20. Info, 864-3456.
‘Preview of Late Autumn & Early Winter Skies’: A planetarium dome illustrates the constellations and deep sky objects as they’ll actually appear, and zooms in for telescopic and spacecraft views. Northcountry Planetarium, Hudson Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. $2. Info, 518-5643095. Queen City Ghostwalk: See WED.21, 7 p.m. Racism, Heterosexism, Bias & Oppression Conference: See WED.21, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Tertulia Latina: Latino-americanos and other fluent Spanish speakers converse en español. Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3440.
‘The Beaches of Agnès’: This free-floating documentary of the life of directer Agnès Varda summarizes her long career through film clips, reconstructed moments of her life and symbolic constructions. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600. Vermont International Film Festival: This annual big-screen bash of independent, international and Vermont-made films kicks off its 20th year with a 10-day lineup to thrill cinema nuts. Visit www.vtiff.org for schedule and showtimes. Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 9 a.m. - midnight. Various prices. Info, 660–2600, info@vtiff.org.
food & drink
Harvest Pot Pie Dinner: Hungry hippos fill up on pastry-enclosed entrées, salads, drinks and desserts at this seasonal sup. St. Ambrose Parish, Bristol, 5-7 p.m. $4-8. Info, 453-2488.
health & fitness
Zumba Class: Folks embark on a calorie-burning, energizing fitness routine combining Latin rhythms with easy dance steps. Bellows Free Academy Fairfax, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $7. Info, 370-4437.
kids
‘Coraline’: The 2009 animated stop-motion fantasy follows a girl who finds a strangely idealized alternate reality through a secret door. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. Drop-In Story Time: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers enjoy stories from picture books accompanied by finger plays and action rhymes. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 1010:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956, brownell_library@yahoo.com. ‘Pint-Sized Science’: Laboratory learners ages 2 to 7 experiment with stories and hands-on activities. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. Regular admission, $7.50-9.50. Info, 1-877-3246386. ‘Stories & Crafts’: Kids ages 3 and up fashion creations based on storytime books. Preregister. South Burlington Community Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080.
music
Andreas Staier: CANCELED. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 656-4455. Patrick Fitzsimmons: A full band backs the local singer-songwriter in a concert of poetic lyrics and haunting melodies. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 382-9222.
outdoors
‘Hawk Watching in the Champlain Valley’: Determined binocular buddies travel to hawk hot spot Mt. Philo to catch a glimpse of migrants including the Northern Goshawk and Golden Eagle. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7 a.m. 3 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6206.
sport
Green Mountain Sled Hockey Classic: The state’s premier sliding-and-aiming tournament is a fierce three-day battle of hard hitting and raised shots hosted by the Northeast Disabled Athletic Association, CSB Hockey and the Northeast Sled Hockey League. Cairns Arena, South Burlington, 4-8 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6322. New England Regional Figure Skating Championships: See WED.21, 7 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.
talks
John O’Meara & Patrick Walsh: The St. Michael’s professors keep an eye on tomorrow in “Climate Change and Energy Connection.” Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 864-3516.
theater
‘A Visit From Miss Prothero’: Bob Carmody and Georgette Garbès Putzel star in Alan Bennett’s examination of the comic and tragic sides of retirement, as directed by Rob Kelly. Outer Space, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10-13. Info, 660-8526. ‘Candida’: When two men compete for Candida’s love, the question is ... What does she feel? George Bernard Shaw’s fast-paced comedy examines themes of marriage, rivalry and domestic power. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 8 p.m. $8-14. Info, 518-523-2512. ‘Crossing Delancey’: See THU.22, 8 p.m. ‘Hamlet’: See WED.21, 7:30 p.m. ‘Nightmare Vermont’: The state’s creative and evil geniuses scare the socks off visitors to this interactive PG-13-rated haunted house. Performances start every half hour. Olympiad Building, South Burlington, 7-10 p.m. $8-10. Info, 888-830-0888. ‘Opus’: See WED.21, 7:30 p.m. Paula Poundstone: The comedian cracks the smiles with razor-sharp wit and impulsive, frank humor. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 8 p.m. $27-32. Info, 863-5966. ‘The Haunted Forest’: See THU.22, 7 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m.
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‘Water Quality Management of Small Backyard Farms’: Folks learn the basics of pasture care, composting and other agricultural practices in this workshop before visiting farms in the Westford area. Preregister. Brick Meeting House, Westford, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4587.
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‘The Haunted Forest’: Good-natured thrills and chills await visitors at this volunteer-run, too-scaryfor-tots take on outdoor theater. (A tamed-down matinee version enthralls kids 7 and under at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 24 and 31.) Catamount Outdoor Family Center, Williston, 7 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m. $8.50-$12.50. Info, 238-0923, krissy@thehauntedforest.org.
Essex Fall Craft & Fine Art Show: Shoppers peruse painted glass, sheepskin slippers and various demonstrations at this gathering of more than 400 juried artisans. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 12-7 p.m. $7 admission good for all three days; free for ages 12 and under. Info, 878-4786.
‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’: The wacky 1975 musical parody of sci-fi and horror films gets a high-def revival on a big screen. Ages 18 and up. Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center, Burlington, 9 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 540-1058.
The New Familiars: The Charlotte, N.C.-based five-man band performs what they call “folk music from the core,” while blending in some blues and bluegrass flair. Snow Shoe Lodge & Pub, Montgomery Center, 8 p.m. Call for price. Info, 326-4456.
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‘Kilowatt Hours’: Filmmaker Jeff Barrie investigates how electricity is generated and the problems of its production in this energy-conscious documentary. Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms, 7 p.m. $5 donation. Info, 985-9830.
Peter Sykes: The noted keyboardist presents works by Haydn, Bach and Beethoven on the fortepiano, harpsichord and organ. Preconcert talk at 6:30 p.m. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 656-4455.
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Ballroom Dance Social: Singles and couples of all ages learn ballroom, swing and Latin dancing. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7-10 p.m. $10-14. Info, 862-2269.
‘Gobi Women’s Song’: Middlebury filmmaker Sas Carey’s documentary delves into the lives of nomadic Mongolian women and healers, exploring their unique customs and culture. Marquis Theater, Middlebury, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4841.
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‘The Battle of Lake Champlain’: Colonel David Fitz-Enz details the largest and most decisive battle of the War of 1812. Town Hall, Woodbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 456-1237.
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‘Beauty & the Beast’: A full-length ballet performance by the New England Ballet Conservatory spins the tale of a girl sent to live in a castle with a transformed prince. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 2-3:30 p.m. $7-10. Info, 865-6800. Bristol Contra DanCe: Caller Lausanne Allen coordinates folks in soft-soled shoes, and Bill Drislane and friends keep the beat. Holley Hall, Bristol, 8 p.m. $6. Info, 453-4613.
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swing DanCe: DJ’d tunes by Terry Bouricius serve syncopated beats for 1940s- and 1950s-style partner dancing, after a free half-hour lesson. Champlain Club, Burlington, 8-11 p.m. $5. Info, 864-8382.
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‘Button-uP Vermont workshoP’: Residents learn to lock in heat and lower fuel costs through simple home improvements. Town Hall, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 876-7089.
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Climate aCtion 350 BiCyCle riDe: Local activists pedal to save the planet. Cyclists, walkers and runners meet at ReStore in Barre or at Montpelier High School and head to Berlin for a rally. Montpelier High School, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 272-9763. rally for Climate aCtion: A local food potluck, music and children’s activities supplement environmental education in recognition of the 350.org International Day of Climate Action. Town Green, Middlebury, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 860-7546097. ‘ringing enDorsement of Climate aCtion’: Locals ring the church bell at 3:50 p.m. to express support for 350.org’s global call to action, and poems, prose and readings from the public bring the issue close to home. Congregational Church, Charlotte, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 425-2111. Vermont 350: international Day of Climate aCtion: Folks rise to the challenge of climate change, focusing on the number 350 — the level, in parts per million, scientists have identified as the safe limit for CO2 in our atmosphere — in a grassroots motion revolving around speeches, music, food and education. See calendar spotlight. Visit www.350.org for more information. Various locations statewide, 7 a.m. - midnight. Various prices.
‘a night at the Barn’: Community members support Dr. Giselle Sholler’s work with young neuroblastoma patients at the Vermont Children’s Hospital at this evening of music and appetizers, with a silent auction. Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms, 7-11 p.m. $50 donation. Info, 617-901-0582. aBenaki Basket making: Traditional crafter Jesse Larocque demonstrates the indigenous custom of hand-weaving easy-tocarry containers. Coltrane Lounge, Adirondack House, Middlebury College, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 786-877-9566. arChiteCtural & historiCal walking tour: An informative stroll winding through the state’s capital sheds light on local structures and bygone days. Meet at the information kiosk adjacent to the farmers market. Capital City Farmers Market, Montpelier, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. $5 donation. Info, 522-8259. Breast CanCer ConferenCe: More than 80 educational programs and interactive workshops support those whose lives have been touched by the disease, and the general public concerned about its prevention. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2292. Burlington zomBie walk: The living dead meander down the marketplace seeking human eats ... beware! Meet at the top of Church Street. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, 4:30 p.m. Free. ChamPlain College family & alumni weekenD: Group dinners, downtown activities, faculty talks and more familiarize parents and past students with the campus on the hill. Champlain College, Burlington, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. $25 for families; $30 per alumni. Info, 865-6432. ‘ConserVation through the artist’s eye’: Folks stroll through the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller Mansion, gazing at landscape paintings by Hudson River School artists and learning how they influenced the development of a conservation ethic. Carriage Barn Visitor Center, Marsh-BillingsRockefeller National Historic Park, Woodstock, 2:30-4 p.m. $8. Info, 457-3368, ext. 22. essex fall Craft & fine art show: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. foster & aDoPtiVe Parenting orientation: Adults interested in providing a home to one of the over 1300 Vermont children in foster care learn what it takes to expand their family. Preregister. Casey Family Services, Winooski, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 655-6688, ext. 4715. frenCh rounDtaBle: Speakers at various skill levels order café during an open practice session. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 247-0050. ‘greyhounD aDoPt-a-thon’: Dog lovers spend time getting to know homeless pups and learning about pet care and the adoption process. PetSmart, Williston, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4844. PostCarD & stamP show: Philatelists compare collections and increase their lick-and-stick knowledge. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 660-4817. Queen City ghostwalk: See WED.21, 7 p.m. ‘reDuCing your heating Bill’: By analyzing the heating strengths and weaknesses of a centuryold cottage, folks learn strategies for lowering heating costs while maintaining a healthy environment. Bring a lunch. McClure Center for School Programs, Shelburne Farms, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. $20. Info, 985-9830.
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norwiCh Contra DanCe: Caller Amy Cann organizes feet in soft-soled shoes to live tunes by Cuckoo’s Nest in a special family dance session at 5 p.m., followed by a potluck at 6:30 and regular dance at 8. Tracy Hall, Norwich, 5-11 p.m. $5 for family session; $8 for regular contra dance. Info, 785-4607. ‘senior (Citizens) Prom’: A special night shapes up as St. Mike’s students hit the dance floor with area senior citizens, following a sit-down dinner. International Commons, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.
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DanCe Party: Townspeople shake their groove thing in tune with the music of Pine Street Jazz to alert our leaders of the need to reduce carbon emissions before December’s Copenhagen environmental summit. Higher Ground’s dance party concert will be simulcast at 9 p.m. Congregational Church, Charlotte, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 425-2111.
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Second Birthday Party: The store finishes up its second year by rewarding visitors with book readings, healing seminars and other entertainment sprinkled throughout the day. Candles & Creations, South Burlington, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free. Info, 660-8021. Ski & Skate Sale: Secondhand sports equipment to help snow lovers slip and slide finds new ownership. Gymnasium, Montpelier High School, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 225-8699. Vermont French-Canadian Genealogical Society: Various speakers provide a unique perspective on the Irish in Vermont and Samuel de Champlain’s visit to the region at this daylong annual conference. Biotek Instruments Inc., Winooski, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $15 donation; lunch available for small fee. Info, 846-7897. Vermont Ski Museum Hall of Fame Induction: Athletes receive recognition for their excellence in the sport. Honorees include Bill Beck, Suzie Chaffee, Bobo Sheehan and Bucky Broomhill. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 3 p.m. $30-40. Info, 253-9911. Zombie Walk: It’s not a nightmare: A brigade of reanimated corpses shuffles through the city towards SUNY Plattsburgh, searching for brains. A spooky campus “performance” will leave you shaking in your boots. Meet at the Samuel de Champlain monument to begin. Cumberland Avenue, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 8-9 p.m. Free. Info, 518-335-2295. ‘eBird Workshop’: Birders get a glimpse of the bigger picture by creating their own records and observations of flying friends. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 9-10 a.m. $15-20. Info, 229-6206.
fairs & festivals
‘Pumpkins in the Park’: Gourd carvers enter their masterpieces in a competition before a 7 p.m. “pumpkin glow,” costume parade and “bear hunt.” Drop off pumpkins by 6:45 p.m. Vergennes City Park, 6:45 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7951.
film
‘Gobi Women’s Song’: See FRI.23, 6 p.m. ‘Lorna’s Silence’: This 2009 Cannes Film Festival Best Screenplay winner follows an Albanian immigrant caught in a mobster’s diabolical scheme. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:30 p.m. & 8:45 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576. ‘The Beaches of Agnès’: See FRI.23, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.
food & drink
Kate Messner: Middle schoolers savor pages of the Plattsburgh author’s new novel, The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 229-0774.
The Roots: Philadelphia's Grammy-winning alternative hip-hop band sets itself apart with live instrumentals and an eclectic, jazz-driven approach. Writtenhouse opens. Pepin Gymnasium, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. $26-30. Info, 443-6433.
‘Celebrate Vermont Brewing Day’: Suds connoisseurs treat their taste buds with more than 20 in-state beers on tap, and brewery reps explain the intricacies of fermentation, hops and flavor. The Goshen Ramblers round out the night with a 10 p.m. concert. Two Brothers Tavern, Middlebury, 11 a.m. - midnight. Cost of food and drink. Info, 388-0002. Chocolate & Butter Tasting: Vermont Butter and Cheese’s Adeline Druart doles out spreads of the award-winning butter before Lake Champlain Chocolates’ Gary Coffey runs down the six steps of tasting chocolate. Lake Champlain Chocolates, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1807. Middlebury Farmers Market: Crafts, cheeses, breads and fresh veggies vie for spots in shoppers’ totes. The Marbleworks, Middlebury, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free. Info, 388-0178. Northwest Farmers Market: Stock up on local, seasonal produce, garden plants, canned goods and handmade crafts. Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 373-5821. Polenta Festival: The boiled cornmeal dish gets a day of glory as the star ingredient in cooking lessons and an evening feast, accompanied with entertainment from Café Noir Productions. Proceeds support the Aldrich Public Library. Elks Club, Barre, 6 p.m. $36 for dinner and show; $10 for show and dessert. Info, 476-7550. Shoreham Homegrown Dinner: A community celebrates the fruits — and veggies, and more — of its soil with a hearty buffet featuring roast pork, potato leek gratin and apple crisp. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Platt Memorial Library building project. Congregational Church, Shoreham, 5-8 p.m. $10-20. Info, 897-2647 or 897-7031. St. Johnsbury-Caledonia Farmers Market: Folks browse through local baked goods, handmade crafts and fresh produce. St. Johnsbury Farmers Market, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 626-8396.
health & fitness
Energy Exchange: A group meets for mentoring and grounding through Reiki, Deeksha, chakra balancing, massage and more. Moonlight Gifts, Milton, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, 893-9966. ‘Take Action: Global Awareness Day for Climate Change’: Folks build energy and join the flow towards worldwide change in this open yoga class led by instructor Andrea Olsen. Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 443-3168.
kids
Halloween Parade & Festival: Costumed trick-or-treaters try for goodies, then salute scary creatures in a street march from City Hall. Pumpkins in shop windows signal trick-or-treaters 10:30 a.m. - noon; parade and festival, noon - 4 p.m. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. 4 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7596.
‘Kids’ Night Out!’: Little ones find an outlet for their energy through sports, games, arts and crafts, movies and swimming. Memorial Gym. SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 5 p.m. $10. Info, 518-564-4147, cheryl.cole@plattsburgh.edu. ‘Read to a Dog’: Stories form a bond between young readers and Deali, a Pembroke corgi from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Saturday Stories: Picture books bring tall tales to life for youngsters. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313. ‘Science in the Library’: Kids learn about flotation and gravity by testing out how many pennies it takes to sink small boats. Bradford Public Library, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 222-4536, bradfordpubliclibrary@ gmail.com. Susan Meddaugh: The author and illustrator of the Martha Speaks series shares some words of her own. Brown Dog Books & Gifts, Hinesburg, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 482-5189. Susan Meddaugh Reading: The author and illustrator of the Martha Speaks series shares some words of her own. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 229-0774.
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Bike Recycle Vermont Benefit Concert: The Starline Rhythm Boys lend tunes to a fundraiser for the bicycle-refurbishing nonprofit. Food, an auction and a Vermont 350 Dance Party augment the affair. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 6 p.m. $20-25. Info, 264-9687. Dayve Huckett: The guitarist jams to original music in a hybrid of rock, classical and jazz styles, and presents the works of well-known musicians ranging from Zappa to The Beatles. Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. Deborah Kraus: The musician performs a variety of classic songs, including “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “The Sound of Music,” with accompaniment by Michael McMahon in this cabaret-style setting. Enosburg Opera House, Enosburg Falls, 7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 933-6171. Devil Music Ensemble: Spend a scary night at the museum as three musicians present a spooky musical accompaniment to the classic silent film Nosferatu. See calendar spotlight. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15-25. Info, 656-4455. Fiddling Workshop: String players of beginning and intermediate levels improve their technique with guidance from Nova Scotia players Troy MacGillivray and Kimberley Fraser. Preregister. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 1-2:30 p.m. & 3-4:30 p.m. $25. Info, 728-6351. Gleb Ivanov: The acclaimed pianist and winner of the 2005 Young Concert Artists International Auditions forms quick chords and melodies on the hammers and strings. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 8 p.m. $10-15. Info, 775-0570. Hyperion String Quartet: Pianist Karen Becker joins the strings section for a variety of tunes. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall, SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 518-564-3095. Mayfly with Nikola Ivanov: An accordion player adds flair to the old-time folk instrumentals of the Vermont-based duet. North End Studio, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 863-6713. Montpelier Chamber Orchestra: Guest conductor Edward Markward waves the baton to direct the ensemble in works by Beethoven, Mozart and Prokofiev. College Hall, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $10-12; free to ages 12 and under. Info, 223-5501.
Vermont 350 Dance Party with Barefoot Truth & Spiritual Rez: Vermonters ready for worldwide change shake it to a seven-piece "reggae horn funk" band and a five-man rock band in recognition of the 350.org International Day of Climate Action. The fun gets simulcast online and on cable so folks throughout the state can join in. See calendar spotlight. Higher Ground Ballroom, South Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $12-15. Info, 652-0777. Vermont Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series: Conductor Jaime Laredo leads oboe player Nancy Dimock and violinist Soovin Kim in Ludwig's “Radiance”, Sibelius' Concerto for Violin and Schmann's Symphony No. 3, Rhenish. Preconcert discussion at 7 p.m. See calendar spotlight. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 8 p.m. $9-58. Info, 863-5966.
outdoors
Bird-Monitoring Walk: Participants of all ages scour the skies for a glimpse of passing migrants, lingering breeders and overwintering birds on the property. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7 a.m. Free. Info, 229-6206. 'Fall Birds of the Lake Champlain Basin': Herpetologist and longtime birder Jim Andrews heads up an excursion to spy feathered critters. Meet on the Vergennes Green to carpool. Preregister. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 434-2167. Field Days with the Nature Conservancy: Wilderness devotees pitch in to pull, cut and apply herbicides on invasive plants in order to maintain natural habitats. Lewis Creek Hill, Charlotte, 12:304 p.m. Free. Info, 299-4425, ext. 111, volunteervt.@ tnc.org. Mt. Mansfield Epic: Cyclists prioritize climate change with 350.org on a ride on Route 15 to Smuggler's Notch ... and a hike up, up, up to the top of Vermont. Outdoor Gear Exchange (OGE), Burlington, 7:30 a.m. $20 donation includes free pair of socks. Info, 860-0190, chriss@gearx.com. Mt. Philo Epic: This fossil fuel-free adventure is composed of a cycle along Spear Street and to the top of the mount. Outdoor Gear Exchange (OGE), Burlington, 10 a.m. $10 donation to 350.org includes free pair of socks. Info, 860-0190, chriss@ gearx.com. Snake Mountain Climb for 350.org: Hikers concerned about climate change ascend the mount, collecting 350 leaves along the way to represent how global warming could wipe out the state's maple syrup production. Snake Mountain, Middlebury, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 864-6770. 'Snow Goose Spectacular': Journey to Addison County to catch a blizzard of white feathers along the lake as geese converge on the shore. Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium, St. Johnsbury, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. $15-20. Info, 748-2372. Turtle Beach Clean-Up Day: State Biologist Steve Parren shows volunteers how to prepare stretches of beach for June's turtle egg-laying season. Arrive before 11 a.m. and bring lunch and warm clothes. North Hero State Park, North Hero, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 658-8505, gmas@greenmountain audubon.org. Vermont Trails Symposium: Hiking enthusiasts hit workshops to learn how to design, build and maintain wooded trails. Kehoe Conservation Education Center, Castleton, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. $30-35 includes dinner. Info, 241-3690.
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Annual Harvest Dinner: The season’s eatings include roast pork, butternut squash, broccoli salad, homemade pies and more. Reservations recommended; takeout available. Seatings are at 5 and 6:15 p.m. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 5 p.m. $5-8. Info, 863-6764.
Capital City Farmers Market: Fresh produce, perennials, seedlings, home-baked foods and handmade crafts lure local buyers throughout the growing season. Capital City Farmers Market, Montpelier, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 685-4360.
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Vermont International Film Festival: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - midnight.
Music from the Maritimes: Nova Scotia natives Troy MacGillivray and Kimberley Fraser join their fiddle talents with spirited step-dancing. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7:30 p.m. $15-20. Info, 728-6464.
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‘The Toe Tactic’: This unique 2008 film is a hybrid of live-action and animation, and follows the card game of four talking dogs who intervene in the fate of a woman overcome with grief. Director Emily Hubley stays for discussion after the second screening. Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168.
Halloween Story: Teddy Slater’s Black Cat Creeping puts young ones in the mood for costumes, pumpkins and trick-or-treating. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.
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‘Flight Night 3: Return Flight’: True film lovers explore the seedy and deeply weird universe of bad cinema through trash trailers and back-alley features, including 1980’s Street Trash, a flick “guaranteed to offend everyone in attendance.” Lamb Abbey, Montpelier, 9 p.m. $7. Info, 454-8055.
Burlington Farmers Market: Vendors sell everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to ethnic cuisine to pottery to artisan cheese. Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 888889-8188.
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Green Mountain Sled Hockey Classic: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. New England Regional Figure Skating Championships: See WED.21, 7 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. 'Ooky Spooky Race': Costumed runners pound 3- or 5K trails through a "haunted" forest to the beach to raise money for COTS. Rock Point School, Burlington, 8:30 a.m. $10 to register; free to watch. Info, 863-1104.
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'Crossing Delancey': See THU.22, 8 p.m. 'Hamlet': See WED.21, 7:30 p.m. Haunted Warehouse: Special effects, actors and animatronics bring the art of scaring to new heights at this annual Halloween attraction. Booska Movers Inc., Burlington, 5-9 p.m. $5; free for ages 5 and under. Info, 864-5115. Met Live in HD: Catamount Arts Center: Opera singer Violeta Urmana stars as the enslaved Ethiopian princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Verdi's tragic story Aida. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1 p.m. $20-22. Info, 748-2600, info@catamountarts. org.
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Israeli Dance Workshop: Movers bring clean, soft-soled shoes and learn traditional circle or line dances. Partners not required. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 6:30-9 p.m. $2; free to firsttimers. Info, 888-5706.
Patricia Carini: The author of Starting Strong: A Different Look at Children, Standards and Schools speaks on respecting kids' desires to learn during a youth art show. Pavilion Building, Montpelier, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-4700.
'Candida': See FRI.23, 8 p.m.
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'Swan Lake': High-caliber choreography comes to the cinema through this classic production set to Tchaikovsky's musical score. Theatergoers catch a broadcast of it as it was performed starring Ulyana Lopatkina and Danila Korsuntsev. Merrill's Roxy Cinema, Burlington, 12:30 p.m. $18-20. Info, 864-3456.
'A Visit From Miss Prothero': See FRI.23, 7:30 p.m.
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Chris Jernstedt: Do we know what our own brain is up to? This professor of psychological and brain sciences unravels the mysteries of our craniums — and elaborates on the nature of human consciousness. Alumni Hall, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 603-646-9159.
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Scot Stone: Sci-fi and fantasy fans discuss specifics of the genre with the author of the Snowtear Wars saga. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 865-2711.
Met Live in HD: Loew Auditorium: Opera singer Violeta Urmana stars as the enslaved Ethiopian princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Verdi's tragic story Aida. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 1 p.m. $25. Info, 603-646-2422. Met Live in HD: Palace 9: Opera singer Violeta Urmana stars as the enslaved Ethiopian princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Verdi's tragic story Aida. Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 1 p.m. $20-24. Info, 660-9300. 'Nightmare Vermont': See FRI.23, 7-10 p.m. 'Opus': See WED.21, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Paula Poundstone: See FRI.23, Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $25-35. Info, 603-448-0400. 'The Haunted Forest': See THU.22, 7 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m.
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Don Bredes: The Vermont mystery writer reads from his newest novel, The Errand Boy, in which a retired homicide detective's days take a dark turn after a reckless driver enters the scene. Phoenix Books, Essex, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.
'Queen of the Blues: A Portrait of Koko Taylor': On-the-road footage of the growly-voiced Grammy Award winner who died in June celebrates her life and her music. Proceeds benefit the Koko Taylor Foundation. Savoy Theater, Montpelier, 4 p.m. $15. Info, 479-3223. 'The Beaches of Agnès': See FRI.23, 7 p.m. Vermont International Film Festival: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - midnight.
food & drink
'Sun to Cheese Tours': Visitors take a behindthe-scenes look at dairy farming and cheesemaking as they observe raw milk turning into farmhouse cheddar. Preregister. Shelburne Farms, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $15 includes a block of cheese. Info, 985-8686.
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Burlington Area Scrabble Club: Triple-lettersquare seekers spell out winning words. New players welcome. McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 12:30-5 p.m. Free. Info, 862-7558. Champlain College Family & Alumni Weekend: See SAT.24, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Montpelier Chamber Orchestra: See SAT.24, 4 p.m.
Essex Fall Craft & Fine Art Show: See FRI.23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Ray Vega Quartet: The internationally renowned trumpet player explores the sounds of new jazz compositions and older standards for an intimate, tuneful performance. UVM Recital Hall, Burlington, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-3040.
Queen City Ghostwalk: See WED.21, 7 p.m. Super Bingo: Gamblers shoot for five in a row in this fun game of chance (and prizes) to benefit the school. Doors open at 10 a.m.; games begin at 1 p.m. Cafeteria, Central Vermont Catholic School, Barre, 1 p.m. $25 for 12 cards; extra cards 3 for $5. Info, 476-5015.
fairs & festivals
'A Family Halloween': Costumed kids and their parents bite doughnuts on a string, carve pumpkins and hop on horse-drawn wagon rides. A friendly sheep leads costume parades at noon and 2 p.m. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $3-11; free for kids in costumes. Info, 457-2355. 'Haunted Happenings': Festively attired families traverse a trick-or-treat route in between costume contests and craft activities at this more-sweet-than-scary extravaganza. Shelburne Museum, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. $5. Info, 985-3346. Middlebury Spooktacular: Hay bales, luminaries and lit pumpkins decorate a civic stomping ground before a kids' sidewalk trick-or-treat parade, carving & costume contests, family games and a monster-mash dance party. Parade starts at 2:30 p.m. Middlebury Town Green, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 3888666, ext. 223.
film
'Beyond the Veil: Perspectives from the Muslim World': Cinema fans catch a film about the culture of Afghanistan before thought-provoking group discussion at this weekly series. Cabot Science Building, Room 85, Norwich University, Northfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 485-2080. 'Gobi Women's Song': See FRI.23, 6 p.m. 'Ordinary People': Robert Redford's 1980 directorial debut and Best Picture Oscar winner focuses in on a family's grief when a mother loses her favorite child. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.
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In-Depth Book Discussion: Serious readers explore the portrayal of faith in literature in a sevenweek examination of William Young's The Shack. Lincoln Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 453-2665. Judy Chalmer: The writer reads passages from Out of History's Junk Jar: Poems of a Mixed Inheritance, a work inspired by her quest to understand her family's Holocaust history. Brick Box, Rutland, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 353-0002. Ron Krupp: The local author of Lifting the Yoke: Local Solutions to America's Farm and Food Crisis offers up practical actions for Vermonters. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 865-2711.
'Read to a Dog': See SAT.24, 1-2 p.m.
Bella Voce: The Women's Chorus of Vermont celebrates the rich musical traditions of different cultures with a program ranging from early American songs in the shape-note tradition to exotic Spanish and Romanian melodies. St. Paul's Cathedral, Burlington, 3 p.m. $12-15. Info, 863-5966.
Pause Café: Novice and fluent French speakers brush up on their linguistics — en français. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088.
'The Haunted Forest': See THU.22, 7 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m.
outdoors
'Reading the Landscape': Walkers identify patterns of plant succession on old farm land on a geology tour. Meet at the National Garden Association, Dorset Park, South Burlington, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 860-7284.
sport
Green Mountain Sled Hockey Classic: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Intercollegiate Quidditch World Cup 2009: Wizards and witches from colleges around the country face off as seekers try to capture the Golden Snitch for Potterhead victory. Live music, entertainment, owls, fireballs and food add to the festive mood. Middlebury College, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info, 443-2829. Men's & Women's Cross-Country Championship: 225 runners of the Northeast-10 athletic conference round a wooded loop to Camp Johnson and back. Men start at 10 a.m. on a 5-mile course; women take off at 11 a.m. on a 3.1-mile trek. Ross Sports Center, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free to watch. Info, 654-2536. New England Regional Figure Skating Championships: See WED.21, 6:15 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.
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Colchester Community Forum: See WED.21, 10 a.m.
business
Vermont 3.0 Innovation Jam: Area businesses and entrepreneurs showcase successful startups on the cutting edge of cool. A speaker series sums up local innovations, and offers tips on how to write a business plan and get financing. See www.vermont3.com for a full schedule. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5684.
dance
Afro-Caribbean Dance Class: Penelope Newcomb leads high-energy, imaginative dances for all skill levels, derived from Cuba, Haiti and Brazil, to the beat of live drums. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 5-6:30 p.m. $10. Info, 723-4014.
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'Our Stories: Past, Present & Future': Adults consider ways that personal narratives celebrate accomplishments and dreams. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Queen City Ghostwalk: See WED.21, 7 p.m.
film
ESPN Films '30 for 30': Cinema fans catch a sneak peek of two yet-to-premiere documentaries: Muhammad and Larry, which provides rare footage of the weeks leading up to the 1980 fight for the heavyweight title, and The Legend of Jimmy the Greek, about the rise and fall of a major sports icon. See “State of the Arts”, this issue. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5-8. Info, 863-5966. 'Gobi Women's Song': See FRI.23, 6 p.m.
theater
'A Visit From Miss Prothero': See FRI.23, 7:30 p.m. 'Hamlet': See WED.21, 5 p.m. Haunted Warehouse: See SAT.24, 3-5 p.m. Met Live in HD: Loew Auditorium: See SAT.24, 1 p.m.
'The Beaches of Agnès': See FRI.23, 7 p.m. Vermont International Film Festival: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - midnight.
food & drink
Met Live in HD: Town Hall Theater: Opera singer Violeta Urmana stars as the enslaved Ethiopian princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Verdi's tragic story Aida. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 3 p.m. $10-22. Info, 3829222.
Wine & Cheese Pairing Interactive Lecture: Vintner Bob Lesnikowski from Boyden Valley Winery joins Zoe Brickley from the Cellars at Jasper Hill and Marisa Mauro from Ploughgate Creamery in a matchmaking tour of six cheeses and wines. Bee's Knees, Morrisville, 6:30-9 p.m. $45. Info, 888-7889.
'Opus': See WED.21, 2 p.m.
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health & fitness
'Building Immunity for the Winter': Folks susceptible to cold weather illnesses learn what to do to give their bodies a boost. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $10-12; $7 materials fee. Info, 224-7100. 'Herbal Research and Strategies for Cancer Support': Guido Masé introduces others to herbs and nutritional supplements that can prevent and help treat cancerous conditions. Sign up at customer service desk. City Market, Burlington, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 861-9700.
kids
Drum Lessons: Young musicians ages 12 to 19 bust out backbeats, blast beats, downbeats and more as they work the drum sticks with nimble fingers. The Hub Teen Center & Skatepark, Bristol, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 453-3678. Guitar Lessons: Budding musicians ages 12 to 19 strum out stellar tunes under the guidance of Ryan "Animal" Krushenick. The Hub Teen Center & Skatepark, Bristol, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 453-3678. 'Library Learning Adventures for Homeschoolers': Out-of-classroom learners ages 6 to 12 find mental stimulation in this parentled cooperative enrichment group. Parental participation required. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-7216. 'Mondays with Megan': Preschoolers ages 2 to 5 expand their imaginations through storytelling, songs and rhymes. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 2-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. 'Music With Mia': Tots form a circle for a special story hour with some sing-along tunes. Meet in the JCPenney Court. University Mall, South Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-1066, ext. 11. Music with Peter: See THU.22, 10:30 a.m. 'The Magnificent Moose': The Vermont Institute of Natural Science catches kids' imaginations with a presentation about the largest species of the deer family. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Young Adult Debates: Folks in grades six and up bring opinions to dish out about topics ranging from the relevant to the silly. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955.
music
Champlain Echoes Open Rehearsals: The women's barbershop quartet shows off its four-part vocals and directs a lively group sing-along. All females of all ages can participate in this practice for a holiday benefit concert for Camp Ta-Kum-Ta. Pines Senior Living Community, South Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 598-2447.
talks
David Little: Focusing on the U.N.'s recent ruling that states "defamation of religion" is a human rights violation, the retired Harvard prof of theology details relevant ethics and moral philosophy. Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3221.
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Catherine Frank & Margaret Holden: The authors of A Kayaker's Guide to Lake Champlain give paddlers of all levels the scoop on choice shorelines, bird watching, diving and hiking. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. 'Create Your Own Story Map': Using Julie Otsuka's When the Emperor Was Divine as a guide, folks chart out their life stories with maps and art. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. In-Depth Book Discussion: Serious readers explore the portrayal of faith in literature in a seven-week examination of William Young's The Shack. Federated Church, Bristol, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 453-2665. Intergenerational Book Discussion: Eager readers chat about Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book, in which a young boy grows up in a cemetery among ghosts from different periods in history, over group dessert. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-0313.
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Line Dance Class: Movers in parallel lines match basic steps and patterns to all types of tunes. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 658-0096.
environment
'Button-Up Vermont Workshop': Residents learn to lock in heat and lower fuel costs through simple home improvements. St. Mark's Church, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 861-7342.
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'Dialogue & Desserts': Townspeople dig into sweet treats and deep discussion about topics affecting the community, including language, family and legal matters. R.U.1.2? Community Center, Burlington, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 860-7812. 'Exploring the Path to Enlightenment': Fill your head with facts about Tibetan Buddhism while filling your body with a sense of peace in this meditation and discussion series. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 633-4136. Knit Night: Crafty needle workers (crocheters, too) share their talents and company as they give yarn a makeover. Phoenix Books, Essex, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. Pause Café: Novice and fluent French speakers brush up on their linguistics — en français. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088. Queen City Ghostwalk: See WED.21, 7 p.m. 'Spend Smart': Vermonters learn savvy skills for stretching bucks. Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free. Info, 540-2567. UVM Student Government Association Senate: Student body representatives address onand off-campus topics of the moment. Anyone can attend or voice concerns. Livak Room, Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 7-10 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2053.
film
'Gobi Women's Song': See FRI.23, 6 p.m.
Vermont International Film Festival: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
food & drink
Cooking with Linda Wooliever: Nut milk helps form the mix for a delicious, healthy and raw banana bread. Preregister. Hunger Mountain Co-op, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. $8-10. Info, 223-8004, ext. 202, info@hungermountain.com. Green Drinks: Environmental fans and professionals raise a glass over networking and discussion. Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-7999. Old North End Farmers Market: Local farmers sell the fruits of their fields, and their labor. H.O. Wheeler Elementary School, Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 324-3073.
health & fitness
Laughter Yoga: What's so funny? Giggles burst out as gentle aerobic exercise and yogic breathing meet unconditional laughter to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health and wellbeing. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, 355-5129. 'Light of the Path': Folks explore "Teachings and Mindfulness for Everyday Life" with instructors Amy Miller and Jeff Garnette through meditation and exercise. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6:30-8 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136.
kids
Creative Tuesdays with Frank Gonzalez: Artists of all ages bring old newspaper to create puppets, masks and other dramatic papier-mâché. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. 'Critter Construction': Little ones ages 3 to 5 and their adult companions don hard hats as they explore beaver lodges, bird nests and fox dens, before crafting their own hideaway. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 1-2 p.m. $8-10 per adult/child pair; $4 per additional child. Info, 4343068, vermont@audubon.org. Dance Class: Four-year-olds cut a rug to upbeat tunes. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio, Montpelier, 3-3:45 p.m. $10. Info, 229-4676. 'Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs': Young readers share their favorite texts with friendly pooches. Preregister. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Knitting Club: Little ones in third through sixth grades loop yarn with needles to form soft hats to be sent to the hospital for premature babies. Preregister. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3-4 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Story Hour: Tales and picture books catch the attention of little tykes. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Storytime: Youngsters ages 1 to 3 gather for songs, finger plays, puppets and stories. Preregister. South Burlington Community Library, , 10 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. Storytime With a Twist: Young explorers discover the wonders of the natural world through books and imaginative play. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. $7.50-9.50. Info, 877-324-6386. Toddler Storytime: Kids under 3 enjoy picture books and sing songs. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9:10-9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.
Green Mountain Chorus: Men who like to sing learn four-part harmonies at an open meeting of this all-guy barbershop group. St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5439, w1sj@ arrl.net. Lerna: A traveling dulcimer player presents Dreaming of Ireland, music chronicling her adventures traveling the country. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. Waterbury Community Band Rehearsals: Brass and wind musicians join the band in playing marches, swing medleys and Broadway faves at this open practice session. Waterbury Congregational Church, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 8884977, waterburycommunityband@yahoo.com.
talks
'A Discussion of Our Energy Future': Panelists discuss the implications of closing the state's sole nuclear power plant, Vermont Yankee. Shelburne Town Hall, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 2338424. Community Medical School: Andrew Stanley, UVM's associate professor of surgery, addresses a silent killer in "Screening For and Treating Aortic Aneurysms" before a Q&A. Carpenter Auditorium, Given Medical Building, UVM, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 847-2886. Dr. Donna Powell: The licensed naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist briefs listeners on alternative medicines, ranging from nutrition to botanicals and hypnosis to homeopathy. Ellsworth Room, Johnson State College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1247. 'Happiness & Buddhism': Know what nammyoho-renge-kyo means? Find out as experienced practitioners of the Eastern religion discuss how to tap into wisdom, courage and compassion. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 310-2187. 'Legal Strategies for Major Life Events': Lawyers explain the intricacies of entering serious relationships, with special regard to "Financial Considerations in Cohabitation Versus Marriage or Civil Union." Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. 'Toscanini & Great Opera': Professor William Cotte and music fans relive the "golden age" of opera while learning about one of the most acclaimed musicians of the late 19th and 20th centuries. Town & Country Resort, Stowe, 1:30 p.m. $5. Info, 253-9011. William Hart & Roberto Pareja: Two Middlebury College professors provide a comparative perspective on "Change and Modernity in Latin America and the U.S." The Orchard. Hillcrest Environmental Center, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 786-877-9566.
theater
'Avenue Q': People and puppets weave a hilarious tale of trying to make it big in the Big Apple in this 2004 Tony Winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $52-60. Info, 863-5966.
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Gene R. Dark: The author of The Brutality of War: A Memoir of Vietnam dedicates his memoir to Burlington native Harmon Bove, who served alongside him in the war. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-2711. Louise Penny: Mystery book readers relish the novelist's latest whodunit, The Brutal Telling, the fifth installment of the Three Pines series with Inspector Armand Gamache. The writer shares passages from this complex tale. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 229-0774.
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Dennis Norman: The faculty chair of the Indian Health Initiative for the Harvard University Native American Program explores "Why Is the Red Man Blue?" Conference Room. Robert A. Jones House, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 786-877-9566.
Met Live in HD: Town Hall Theater: See SUN.25, 7 p.m.
'The Toe Tactic': See SAT.24, Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.
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David Berona: The Plymouth State University dean sinks his teeth into wordless books in a talk about the merits of "The Original Graphic Novels." Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 864-3516.
theater
'The Beaches of Agnès': See FRI.23, 7 p.m.
Tuesday Storytime: Little readers ages 3 to 5 digest picture books, songs and puppet activities. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.
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Vermont Fiddle Orchestra Rehearsal: Bows make vibrations on stringed instruments as the orchestra tunes up its tunes in practice sessions. New members welcome. Show up at 6 p.m. for a jam session. Capital City Grange, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 877-343-3531, info@vtfiddleorchestra.org.
'Reconnecting With Spirituality': Participants of all faiths explore their views on religion in a friendly learning environment. All Souls Interfaith Gathering, Shelburne, 7-8 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 985-3819.
'Pray the Devil Back to Hell': In this Tribeca Film Festival Best Documentary winner, a band of women conspire to bring peace to Liberia, ending a decades-long civil war. A group discussion follows the screening. South Burlington Community Library, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 652-7076.
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Afro-Brazilian Percussion Class: Community band Sambatucada teaches the pulsating rhythms of samba, samba reggae, baião and maracatu. Switchback Brewery, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 343-7107.
Micha Kurz: By sharing his grassroots work in Israeli-Palestinian neighborhoods in East Jerusalem, the former Israeli soldier sparks a discussion about prospects for peace in the Holy Land. Lincoln Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 453-2665.
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Lucinda Rooney: The Vermont horticulturalist and author of Bouquets With Personality places flora just so, drawing on the psychology of flowers to create sweet arrangements. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 1:15 p.m. Free. Info, 863-6764. 'PoetRy FRom WaLes & otheR deeP PLaces': Welsh bard Grahame Davies joins local poet Gary Lindorff and local musician Doug Norford in an evening of serious and amusing stories told through song and word. Withey Hall, Green Mountain College, Poultney, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 287-8926.
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'teens Read': See WED.21, 5-5:45 p.m.
film
Wednesday stoRytime: See WED.21, 10-10:45 a.m.
'BLack goLd': One man fights for a fair price for Ethiopian coffee growers in this exposé about the multibillion-dollar coffee industry. Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5 donation. Info, 863-2345, ext. 9. 'goBi Women's song': See FRI.23, 6 p.m. 'LoVe & death': Woody Allen's 1975 spoof of the Napoleonic Wars follows a neurotic soldier's plot to assassinate Napoleon. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8:45 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576.
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'PLata Quemada (BuRnt money)': As part of the Contemporary Argentine Film Series, español speakers (and subtitle readers) watch Marcelo Pineyro's flick about a botched Buenos Aires bank robbery. Room 200, Yokum Lecture Hall. SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y.,7 p.m. Free. Info, 518-564-3095.
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'smoke signaLs': Two young Native Americans leave the reservation to find the remains of a runaway father in this 1998 flick. Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 786-877-9566.
JaPanese oRigami WoRkshoP: Thriving flowers bloom out of carefully creased colored paper. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 878-1702.
'taking contRoL oF youR money': Students learn to keep their wallets full by analyzing their financial behavior. VSAC Building, Winooski, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 1-800-642-3177.
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'Button-uP VeRmont WoRkshoP': Residents learn to lock in heat and lower fuel costs through simple home improvements. Green Mountain Technology & Career Center, Hyde Park, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 851-1574. ReneWaBLe eneRgy VeRmont conFeRence: Who says it ain't easy being "green"? Environmentalists learn from leading renewable-energy technology and policy experts, or stroll through a trade show of related businesses. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 12-7 p.m. Trade show passes for the general public cost $10-25; conference fee $75125. Info, 229-0099.
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BuRnham knitteRs: See WED.21, 7-8:30 p.m. emBRoideReRs' guiLd demonstRation: Textile artists preserve the needle craft in an open exhibition. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free. Info, 879-7576. geocaching: In "Using Billion Dollar Satellites to Find Tupperware in the Woods!" Deanna Cram explains the concept of using GPS technology for hide-and-seek treasure games before trying it out. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. itaLian conVeRsation gRouP: Parla Italiano? A native speaker leads a language practice for all ages and abilities. Room 101, St. Edmund's Hall, St. Michael's College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3869.
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'the Beaches oF agnès': See FRI.23, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. 'the seVenth seaL': Ingmar Bergman's 1957 art-house classic features an iconic chess match between a wandering knight and Death during the era of the black plague. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 603-646-2576. VeRmont inteRnationaL FiLm FestiVaL: See FRI.23, 9 a.m. - midnight.
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meditation cLass: Folks seeking enlightenment learn the fundamentals of Buddhism and attempt to reach a higher state of consciousness at this in-depth class led by the Venerable Amy Miller. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136.
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BaBytime: See WED.21, 10:30 a.m. 'haPPy haLLoWeen!' PaRty: Princesses, goblins, ghosts, pumpkins and more parade their dress-up attire and hope for sweet rewards. Games and surprises top off this fun holiday. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-0313. 'moVing & gRooVing With chRistine': See WED.21, 11-11:30 a.m. oPen Jam: See WED.21, 6 p.m. PeteR the music man: See WED.21, 12:30-1 p.m. teen aRt: Adolescents express their creativity through posters and other craft projects. Pizza and prizes sweeten the deal. O'Brien Community Center, Winooski, 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 595-5159.
ZahaRom nain: Folks meet the Malaysian scholar in residence at the college, and get to know a little about his work and areas of interest. Room 207, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1247.
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aLLan WRight: The assistant unit supervisor of Plattsburgh's Troop B Forensic Identification Unit provides real-life scenarios of his work in criminal justice in "Forensic Case Studies." Stafford Center for Art, Science and Technology. Clinton Community College, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 12-1 p.m. Free. Info, 518562-4170. amanda kuhneRt: The personal historian explains the importance of life-story recording through the spoken word in "Oral History in the 21st Century." Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 371-9777. 'BacteRia & micRoBes: ancestoRs, adVeRsaRies oR aLLies?': Speaker Melissa MoonGoddess mulls over what single-celled organisms, which have existed for nearly four billion years, can teach us about adaptation and resiliency. Tulsi Tea Room, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. $5. Info, 223-0043. chRistoPheR PaRkeR: Proving railway travel isn't out of style, this speaker from the Vermont Rail Advocacy Network points out how trains could help reduce pollution and energy use. Room 203, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1247. dR. WiLLiam toRtoLano: The former St. Mike's prof explores the support Roosevelt's "New Deal" program had for artists and writers — as well as what happened to their commissioned works. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. estate PLanning seminaR: Make a plan to protect your loved ones and your estate in this handy workshop that delves into wills and trust funds. Preregister. Best Western Windjammer Inn & Conference Center, South Burlington, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 923-1321. VisuaL PResentation & LectuRe: A PowerPoint show illuminates the Gnostic perspective on karma and reincarnation. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 524-9706, vermont@golden rosycross.org.
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met LiVe in hd: PaLace 9: Opera singers Karita Mattila and Marcelo Álvarez star in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's tragic story Tosca. Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 6:30 p.m. $20-24. Info, 660-9300.
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WiLL FLeissig: The sustainable developer explores pragmatic approaches for improved city planning in "Sanity Scenario: Emerging Design Strategies Toward a Sustainable Burlington." Room 301, Williams Hall, UVM, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 656-2014. 'WoRLd WaR ii: ameRican PeRcePtions & histoRicaL ReaLities': This lecture investigates Americans' beliefs about the causes, consequences and lessons of World War II, bringing to light the possible ethnocentric views that distort the history of the war. Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-1763.
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bodywork INTRODUCTION TO THAI BODYWORK: 9:00 a.m. - noon & 2 - 5:00 p.m. Cost: $95/class. Location: Touchstone Healing Arts, 187 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info: Touchstone Healing Arts, 802-658-7715, info@touchstonehealingarts.com, www.touchstonehealingarts.com. Bring the gift of bodywork to friends and family. Thai bodywork is fun, relaxing, rejuvenating, and a welcome addition to daily life. Practiced clothed on a floor mat, Thai bodywork combines massage and stretching to encourage vibrant health and well-being. Come learn a whole series, taught by Kristin Borquist, that you can practice at home. Manual included. Individuals and pairs welcome. No experience whatsoever is required.
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FELDENKRAIS: Weekly on Wednesday, 7-8 p.m. Cost: $12/ class. Location: Touchstone Healing Arts, 187 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info: Uwe Mester, 802-735-3770, uwemester@ gmx.net, www.vermontfeld enkrais.com. The Feldenkrais Method is a form of somatic education that uses gentle movement and directed attention to increase your range of motion, and improve your flexibility and coordination. Feldenkrais is beneficial for those experiencing chronic or acute pain as well as for healthy individuals. For complete class schedule visit www.vermont feldenkrais. First class is free!
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ELEMENTS OF BALLET TECHNIQUE: Enjoy learning classical ballet technique in this beginning-level adult/teen class, Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m. Single-class ($12) and class-card rates ($9) available. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 49 Heineberg Dr. (Rt. 127, 5 minutes from the Burlington waterfront), Colchester. Info: 802-863-3369, Lucille@NaturalBodiesPilates. com, NaturalBodiesPilates. com. Stimulate your creative spirit, whole body awareness and sense of artistry with lessons in classical ballet technique with Lucille Dyer. Improve your posture, flexibility and strength, too! Lucille has taught and choreographed for dancers of all ages and abilities, and brings her expertise and eye for excellence to every class.
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DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Cost: $13/class. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 802-598-1077, info@ salsalina.com. Salsa classes, nightclub-style. One-on-one, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Argentinean Tango class and social, Fridays, 7:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout!
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THEATER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE: Saturday & Sunday, October 31 & November 1, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday performance at 5 p.m. in FlynnSpace. Cost: $120. Location: Flynn Center, Burlington. Info: FlynnArts, 802-652-4548, flynnarts@ flynncenter.org. TEENS &
TUMBLING WORKSHOP: Oct. 28, 6-7:30 p.m. Cost: $15 Location: Flynn Center, Burlington. Info: FlynnArts, 802-652-4548, flynnarts@ flynncenter.org. INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED TEENS & ADULTS. The incomparable acrobats of Cirque Mechanics are former members of Cirque du Soleil and Pickle Family Circus, as well as Hollywood stunt people. Join them in fun and frolic as they tumble around our studios, teaching the same techniques used by master circus performers.
2010 VT MASTER GARDENER COURSE: Feb. 2 - Apr. 27, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $315/course plus cost of book. Noncredit course. Location: Bennington, Brattleboro, Johnson, Lyndon, Montpelier, Middlebury, Newport, Randolph Center, Rutland, Springfield, St. Albans, Waterbury, White River Junction and Williston. Info: 802-6569562, master.gardener@uvm. edu, www.uvm.edu/master gardener. Learn how to create a healthy and sustainable home landscape. A wide variety of horticultural topics are covered; fruit and vegetable production, flower gardening, botany, soil fertility, plant pests, disease management, healthy lawns, invasive plants and more! UVM faculty and other green industry experts focus on gardening in Vermont.
healing INTRO TO ENERGY WORK: Oct. 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (light lunch provided) and Nov. 7, 10 a.m. - noon. Location: Call Reenie for directions, 802-793-3350. Learn healing techniques using a “hands-on” approach that introduces the chakra system and techniques for assessing energy and healing in a fun, interactive format. $40 includes supplies. Led by Reenie Sargent, Reiki master, teacher and healer. RECONNECTIVE HEALING SESSIONS: Oct. 25, 1:30-5:30 p.m. Cost: $75/1 hour. Location: Spirit Dancer Books & Gifts/ StarRoot Aromatherapy, 125 S. Winsooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Sidora Zeigler, 802-633-2627. Reconnective healing can be a life-changing experience, utilizing new frequencies to allow for healing of the body, mind and spirit. These highly palpable energies are initiated by the practitioner at the start of your session and continue working with you long after your visit has ended.
THRIVING IN THE BORDERLANDS: Nov. 4 - Dec. 2, 7:15-9 p.m. Cost: $120/4 2-hour group sessions. Location: JourneyWorks, 11 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: JourneyWorks, Michael Watson, 802-860-6203, mwatsonlcmhc@hotmail.com, journeyworksvt.com. Time spent alone can shape our lives. In this group we will explore life stories that isolate, and those that build deep connections to ourselves and others. Through writing, dreamwork, art making and ritual we will explore the depths and riches of life in the Borderlands.
health MENTAL ILLNESS AND THE FAMILY: One-day workshop, Oct. 24. Location: Middlebury, call for location. Info: NAMI-Vermont, 800-639-6480, info@namivt. org. Do you know someone who struggles with a mental illness? FREE class for family and community members. The challenges of living with someone with depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia can be overwhelming. Feel more empowered! Learn the facts about major mental illness, enhance problem-solving skills, and improve communication in this workshop. Space is limited.
herbs HERB SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Oct. 29, 7:30-9 p.m. Location: Tulsi Tea Room, 34 Elm St., Montpelier. Info: Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, 802-224-7100, info@vtherbcenter.org, www. vtherbcenter.org. Learn about Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism’s 1- and 3-year indepth family and clinical herbalist training programs. Meet core faculty Betzy Bancroft, Larken Bunce and Guido Mase. Enjoy fall refreshments. Registration deadline November 1. Apply today! Classes start January 2010.
WISDOM OF THE HERBS SCHOOL: Offering Wisdom of the Herbs 2010: Eight-month certification program beginning May 15 and Wild Edibles 2010: Enhancing Local Food Security beginning May 9. Visit website for dates, descriptions and cost. VSAC non-degree grants avail. to qualifying applicants; apply now. Location: Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury. Info: Annie McCleary, Director, 802456-8122, annie@wisdom oftheherbsschool.com, www. WisdomOfTheHerbsSchool.com. Unique experiential programs embracing the wild plants, holistic health, and sustainable living skills, valuable tools for living on the Earth in these changing times. Learn through herb walks and nature adventures, communion with Nature, hands-on wild harvesting and preparation of wild edibles and herbal home remedies with intention and gratitude.
holistic health HOLISTIC HEALTH: Location: Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Dr., S. Burlington. Info: www.dhatrifoundation.org. Dhatri’s Center for Healing is ready to support and nourish you on your path to healing. We offer programs for those touched by cancer and their caregivers including Adaptive Chair Yoga, Nia, Healing Colors, Svaroopa Yoga, Mindfulness Tools and more. Check our website for a complete listing.
language SPANISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION: Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center. Info: Spanish in Waterbury Center, 802-659-4181, spanish paravos@gmail.com, www. spanishwaterburycenter.com. We provide high-quality, reasonably priced instruction tailored to your needs. Learn from a native speaker in adult classes at multiple levels, private group or individual instruction and tutoring. Yes, we do lessons for children, and they love it! See our website for complete information or contact us for details.
martial arts AIKIDO CLASSES: Classes for adults 7 days a week; beginners are always welcome. The Samurai Youth Program offers scholarships for children and teenagers, ages 8-18. Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 802-951-8900, aikidovt.org. Aikido is a Japanese martial art that employs dynamic, circular movements and a philosophy that promotes the harmonious resolution of conflict. It is perhaps the only traditional form that truly integrates the intensity of karate with the soft power and relaxed movements of internal tai chi forms. Please visit and watch a class — visitors are always welcome! More information, including our class schedule, is available on our website. AIKIDO: 6-7:30 p.m., weekly on Tuesday, Thursday. Cost: $60/month, or $10/class. Location: Aikido in Balance, located at New England Ballet Conservatory, 1820 Shelburne Rd., S. Burlington. Info: Aikido in Balance, Tyler, 802-598-9204, aikidoinbalance.org. Learn a martial art with a focus on balanced movement. Our practice incorporates bringing your mind into the present and establishing an inner stillness. All are welcome to participate or watch a class. AIKIDO CLASSES: Location: Vermont Aikido, 274 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-8629785, www.vermontaikido.org. Vermont Aikido Adult Beginners class starts Wednesday, October 20, 6-7 p.m. Fee of $60 includes four consecutive Wednesdays of instruction, practice gi and belt. You are welcome to come and observe a class ahead of time, and please feel free to contact the dojo with questions regarding the introductory course. Regular dojo classes: Tues.-Fri., 6-7:30 p.m., and Sun., 10-11:30 a.m.
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CH’UAN FA KAJUKENBO KUNG FU: Sunday, 4-5 p.m., adult classes start Sept. 20. Tues/ Thurs., 4-5 p.m., kids’ classes start Sept. 8. Cost: $10/dropin, first class free. Location: North End Studio, 294 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-355-1841, VPAL.typepad. com. Wing Tao Mobility Arts, Sifu Stacy Jolles and Sibok Nina Beck are offering classes in this traditional, yet modern system of martial arts. Incorporates elements of Chinese Kung Fu, Okinawan Kenpo, Japenese Judo/Jujitsu, and Korean Tang Soo Do. Develop a strong, flexible body, keeping harmony of mind and spirit engaged. VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Monday-Friday, 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Road, Williston. Info: 802-660-4072, www.bjjusa.com. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a complete martial-arts system; it enhances balance, flexibility, strength, cardiorespiratory fitness and builds personal courage and self-confidence. Vermont Brazilian JiuJitsu offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense classes, Boxing, Muay-Thai Kickboxing and MMA for all levels. Head instructor is five-time Brazilian Champion - Rio de Janeiro, certified 6th Degree Black Belt under Carlson Gracie. Classes for men, women and children. First class is free.
meditation INTRODUCTION TO ZEN: Saturday, Nov. 7, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Cost: $55/all-day workshop, lunch incl. Location: Vermont Zen Center, 480 Thomas Rd., Shelburne. Info: Vermont Zen Center, 802-985-9746, vermont zen.org/workshops.html. The workshop is conducted by an ordained Zen Buddhist teacher and focuses on the theory and meditation practices of Zen Buddhism. Preregistration required. Call for more info, or register online.
LEARN TO MEDITATE: Meditation instruction available Sunday mornings, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., or by appointment. The Shambhala Cafe meets the first Saturday of each month for meditation and discussions, 9 a.m. - noon. An Open House occurs every third Wednesday evening of each month, 7-9 p.m., which includes an intro to the center, a short dharma talk and socializing. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 So. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-658-6795, 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. MINDFUL REST: TIME TO BREATHE: Nov. 4 - Dec. 16, 7:309 p.m., weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $99/1.5-hour class. Location: Evolution Yoga & Physical Therapy, 20 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: Mindful Rest, Joey Corcoran, 802-654-7600-4, info@mindfulrest.com, www. mindfulrest.com. Mindful Rest offers practical strategies that can replenish you in your busy life. In a lighthearted atmosphere, this 6-class series will provide guidance in meditation, mindfulness and yoga, connecting you with the inner wisdom of your body.
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ALL WELLNESS, LLC: Many package/pricing options to suit your budget. Please call for pricing details. Location: 208 Flynn Ave. (across from the antique shops, near Oakledge Park), Burlington. Info: 802-863-9900, www.pilatesspace.net. We encourage all ages, all bodies and all abilities to discover greater ease and enjoyment in life by integrating Pilates, Physical Therapy, Yoga and Health Counseling services. Come experience our welcoming atmosphere, skillful, caring instructors and light-filled studio. First mat class is free! Also, please join us for a free introduction to the reformer, the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 — just call to sign up.
IT’S CONCEIVABLE/FERTILITY: Location: Champlain Hypnosis, 1 Kennedy Drive, L8, S. Burlington. Info: Champlain Hypnosis, 802-999-6444, www.champlainhypnosis.com. Hypnofertility, a program that supports the entire fertility process (naturally or medically assisted) can help. Recent studies by Dr. Levitas in the Journal of Fertility and Sterility indicate that infertile women utilizing hypnosis techniques with IVF have double the conception rate as compared to IVF alone. Read more at our website.
CONSCIOUS RECOVERY: Thursdays, 6:45-8:15 p.m., ongoing, join any time. Cost: $12/1.5-hour class, for $5 extra, yoga class from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Location: Dhatri Movement Arts Center at Eastern View, 185 Tilley Dr., S. Burlington. Info: Katherine Kelley, 802-343-5790, kat@burlingtontelecom.net, www.lovingriver.com. Exploring 12-step recovery in the context of the knowledge and practices of some of the ancient wisdom traditions of the East. This meeting of mind, body and soul is about recovering consciousness, waking up and improving conscious contact with Higher Power through discussion, meditation, mindfulness and relaxation practices.
SNAKE STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: BAO TAK FAI TAI CHI INSTITUTE, 100 Church St., Burlington. Info: 802-8647902, www.iptaichi.org. The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill.
NATURAL BODIES PILATES: Discover the difference that natural core strength makes for you in your life. See our full schedule of classes online, and call for special rates on packages and class cards. Call for a free half-hour consultation to come in, see the studio and find out how to get started. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 49 Heineberg Dr. (Rte. 127, 5 minutes from Burlington’s waterfront), Colchester. Info: 802-863-3369, Lucille@ NaturalBodiesPilates.com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Basic to advanced, students develop natural core strength, flexibility and body-mind awareness in this pleasant, professional, relaxing studio. Join any combination of Pilates Reformer and Mat classes, Natural Body Movement and Elements of Ballet. Enjoy the feeling of coordination, balance and flowing movement in small classes and private sessions.
reiki USUI REIKI DAYLONG CLASSES: Cost: $175/8 hours. Location: Rising Sun Healing Center, 35 King St., #7, Burlington. Info: Chris Hanna, 802-881-1866, chris@risingsunhealing.com, www.risingsunhealing.com. Usui Level I, two separate classes. Sat., Oct. 17, and Sat., Nov. 14, $175. Usui Reiki Level II, Sat., Dec. 12, $195. 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Learn this powerful hands-on healing art and be able to give Reiki to yourself and others by the end of class. Class supplement: Thursdays, Oct. 22, Nov. 19, Dec. 17, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $55 per session. Extra hands-on training for people who have taken at least an Usui Reiki I class.
shamanism HEALING TOXIC THOUGHTS: Nov. 8, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Cost: $75/scholarships avail. based on number of participants. Location: TBD, call for information. Info: 802-2537846, sarah@emergingvt.com. Find your seat of power, work with transcendent universal guides and learn to live in a more expanded reality. Through the ancient practice of Shamanic journeying develop your ability to know what you need and how to let go of the beliefs that hold you back. Led by Shamanic counselor and practitioner Sarah Finlay.
LEARN THE ART OF DREAMING: Nov. 2, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $25/2.5-hour class. Location: Candles and Creations, 150 Dorset St., Suite 310, S. Burlington. Info: Gathering of Butterflies Productions, Anthony P. Pauly Jr., 954-2752112, info@gatheringofbutter flies.com, www.gatheringof butterflies.com. Spiritual guide and teacher Anthony Pauly Jr. will be presenting a class on improving and accessing lucid dreaming. Interpretation, symbolism, nightmares and visions will be discussed. Meditations and techniques will be shared to create expanded dream possibilities. Anthony has 15 years of training in the realm of lucid dreaming. Older teens and adults welcome. For more info, please go to the website listed.
wood INTRO. TO FURNITURE MAKING: Five Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., beginning 11/14, no class 11/28. Cost: $425/plus mats (vary). Location: Plainfield Village, 308 Barre Hill, Plainfield. Info: David Boynton, 802-4547387, dboynton@ezcloud.com. Comprehensive course intended for beginning woodworker. Participants become acquainted with use of hand tools and safe operation of woodworking machinery in professionally equipped shop. Through the process of designing and building their own small table, students are introduced to fundamentals of creating fine handmade furniture.
yoga EVOLUTION YOGA: Daily yoga classes for all levels, conveniently located in Burlington. Cost: $14/10-class cards and unlimited memberships available for discounted rates. Mon., Wed., Fri., 4:30 p.m. Classes are sliding scale $5-$10. Location: Evolution Yoga, Burlington. Info: 802-864-9642, www.evolution vt.com. Our staff of all certified teachers are skilled with beginners as well as students wanting to refine their practice. Vinyasa, Anusara-inspired, Kripalu, Iyengar and babies/kids classes available. Prepare for birth and strengthen postpartum with pre/postnatal yoga. Participate in our community blog: evo lutionvt.com/evoblog. YOGA: Location: Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Dr., S. Burlington. Info: www. dhatrifoundation.org. Feel the Dhatri Difference — professional, certified and compassionate teachers ready to assist you on your journey to wellness. Our beautiful space holds a wide variety of classes including Kripalu, Anusara, Journey Dance, Nia, Ashtanga, Kung Fu, Prenatal, Vinyasa, Zumba and more. $10/ class; buy 10, get one free.
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All That Glitters… Catherine Hall, “Glimmer and Glow: Luminous New Paintings
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he influences of a few modern painters — Piet Mondrian and Helen Frankenthaler, for example — are readily evident in many of the individual works in Catherine Hall’s uneven show at the 215 College Gallery. But another of the artists she cites as influential, the great Gerhard Richter, resembles her not so much stylistically as in the versatility and virtuosity this Burlington artist has displayed throughout her four-decade career. Like Richter, Hall creates both abstract and representational works of art. In recent years, she riffed on dolls and stuffed animals; now she’s taking inspiration from Byzantine icons to produce suites of paintings in which patches of brilliant colors surround a small but prominent appliqué of gold leaf. Four sets of these “Icon” panels dominate the 215 College show, entitled “Glimmer and Glow: Luminous New Paintings.” Hall’s haul also includes a dozen altered photocopies of family photos and a couple of newspaper shots of race horses galloping into the stretch. She has coated these images
fact, one of the encaustics, “Faux 1,” ranks as the best painting in the show. Jackson Pollock’s ghost haunts this all-over composition, but Hall’s partially scraped-away layers of oozing wax give it a textured quality richer than drips alone can produce. “Faux 1” resembles something primordial that the Hubble telescope glimpsed in a chaotic corner of the universe. Streaks of light jag across gaseous, globular forms. Though small in scale, “Faux 1” suggests the endlessness of outer space. More prosaically, Hall’s show demonstrates the effect of frames. They make some paintings in the show, including “Faux 1” and its two partner pieces, seem more important than everything that’s been left unframed. Viewers may not always be conscious of how frames shape perception, but a painting usually does appear more pulled together when it’s bordered with even a thin metal strip. It’s not coincidental that two framed paintings, “Flow” and “Seep,” make a stronger impression than similarly composed unframed pieces hanging nearby. Viewers might especially go with “Flow.” Deep washes, reminiscent of Frankenthaler’s stains, form filigreed patterns as they, yes, flow over the patches of color found in all Hall’s icon-inspired abstractions. Here, too, a strand of silver leaf and a
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in encaustic (colored beeswax) and dabbed paint here and there so that they no longer read as realistic records of people and events. The pictures, especially one in which a young Hall holds her two toddlers in a Burlington kitchen, have been infused with a nostalgic, spectral presence. On display as well is a set of three encaustic-encrusted abstractions that have little in common with Hall’s 30 or so “Icon” oils. In
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‘ART FROM HOME: A PERSONAL JOURNEY’: Works in multiple media by homebound artists, sponsored by the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf and CarShare Vermont. Through November 15 at CarShare Vermont in Burlington. Info, 861-2340. BRETT SIMISON: Color and black-and-white photographs of the historic Morgan Horse Farm in Weybridge, Vt. Through November 12 at National Morgan Horse Museum in Shelburne. Info, 349-0072. CATHERINE HALL: “Glimmer and Glow,” luminous new paintings. Through November 1 at 215 College Gallery in Burlington. Info, 863-3662.
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‘EGYPTOMANIA’: Art and artifacts resulting from the West’s fascination with all things Egyptian. In the Wilbur Room. Through December 18 at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. Info, 656-0750. ESSEX ART LEAGUE GROUP SHOW: “Anything Goes” is the theme of works in this show by members of the local arts organization. Through October 31 at Phoenix Books in Essex. Info, 862-3014.
‘FULL THROTTLE: VINTAGE MOTORCYCLES, CUSTOM CHOPPERS AND RACING MACHINES’: A showcase of the art and design of America’s favorite two-wheeled ride, from classic choppers to racing bikes; ‘The Bright and Shining Light of Irreverence: Richard Saja and the Historically Inaccurate School’: The New York textiles designer transforms the Kalkin House into a 19th-century painter’s salon with his trademark embroidered toile, embellished pillows and subversive take on decorative arts; ‘Piecing Together the Past: The Quilts of Florence Peto’: An exhibit of quilts from the former collector and quilter (1880-1970) who inspired museum founder Electra Havemeyer Webb; ‘In the Eye of the Beholder: Selections of American and European Art from the Theodore H. Church Collection’: Paintings and drawings, primarily from the 19th century, that offer a window into the personal nature of collecting; and ‘Patty Yoder: Rugs of the Black House Farm’: From one of the most acclaimed rug hookers (1943-2005), this exhibit includes rugs from her series “The Alphabet of Sheep.” Through October 25 at Shelburne Museum. Info, 985-3346.
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Catherine Hall, “Glimmer and Glow: Luminous New Paintings.” 215 College Gallery, Burlington. Through November 1.
lines — thick and thin, vertical and horizontal — have been carved with a palette knife. Gold leaf abounds in the icons that have enraptured Hall on the Greek island of Samos, where she has spent parts of the past five summers teaching art history to Castleton State College students. In many of those devotional works, however, gold leaf forms the background to a central image. In “Glimmer and Glow,” it’s not nearly as liberally applied, but it’s actually more conspicuous because it interferes with Hall’s otherwise suave color schemes. Gold leaf offers a cheap thrill in comparison with the iridescent blues, for example, that she paints on her panels in homage to what she describes as the “transparent turquoise” of the Aegean. The distracting effect of her gold leaf can best be gauged by surveying the five paintings that compose the first “Icon” series a visitor sees on entering the gallery. In the most appealing of these pieces, Hall’s carved blocks of color can be fully admired because there’s no gold leaf glinting from the panel. When an artist is as serious and as sophisticated as Catherine Hall, an infatuation with shiny surfaces should not be allowed to diminish aesthetic achievement.
“Flow,” by Catherine Hall
larger shard of gold leaf are partly obscured by quivers of paint. And that’s a good thing. As the title of her show implies, Hall is fascinated by glittery reflections. The gold leaf she affixes near the center of almost every one of her “Icon” paintings sparkles in the gallery’s spotlights, and a more subtle shimmer is simultaneously produced by tiny glass beads embedded in each of these works. A child-like pleasure can indeed be gotten from most of the pieces that make up “Glimmer and Glow.” If that’s to your taste, then you may be smitten by what Hall has done here. If it’s not, the gold leaf may appear gratuitous — even annoying. It deflects attention from the accompanying blocks of color in which wavy
‘GAZA BURNING’: Photographs of the war against Gaza, 12.27.08 - 1.18.09, by Ayman Mohyeldin and James Marc Leas; Peter Schumann: “Auction Notice,” paintings and narrative by the founder of Bread and Puppet Theater; Emily Anderson: “My Demons, My Fairies,” woven, papier-mâché and drawn creations; and Eben Markowski: “Rhino Is a Gorgeous Beast,” relief sculptures. Through October 31 at Flynndog in Burlington. Info, 363-4746. ‘HUMAN = LANDSCAPE’: “Aesthetics of a Carbon Constrained Future,” a multimedia and multilocation exhibition that poses questions to viewers about the Vermont landscape, taking into account economic realities, appearance and sustainability. It is part of the Energy Project, a partnership with the ECHO Center. Through October 24 at Firehouse Gallery in Burlington. Info, 865-7165. ‘IMPRESSIONS OF LAKE CHAMPLAIN AND BEYOND’: This exhibit in conjunction with the 400th anniversary of the arrival of Samuel de Champlain features landscape paintings by Carolyn Walton, custom jewelry by Tineke Russell and a new
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CD by Dutch pianist Annemieke Spoelstra. Through October 31 at Luxton-Jones Gallery in Shelburne. Info, 985-8223. JESS GRAHAM: “Sleeping Late & Other Indulgences,” oil and mixed-media paintings with a patterned, kinetic line quality and autumn palette. Through November 30 at Boloco in Burlington. Info, 595-1328. JONATHAN YOUNG: “Textures of Fall,” stylized landscape paintings. Through October 31 at Red Square in Burlington. Info, 318-2438. KAY WEBB: The Essex Art League member shows her watercolors. Through October 31 at Essex Town Offices. Info, 862-3014. KIMBERLEE FORNEY: Funky acrylic paintings exploring music, cows and nature. Through November 30 at The Green Room in Burlington. Info, 310-9159.
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‘Louis Comfort tiffany: nature by Design’: More than 50 works, including jewelry, lamps, stained glass and furniture, explore the oeuvre of the famous designer within the context of the art-nouveau style and the aesthetic movement. Through October 25 at Shelburne Museum. Info, 985-3346. maggie Lake: “Vermont Botanical,” preserved, framed plant specimens and giclée prints. Through November 30 at Healthy Living in South Burlington. Info, 387-2474. ‘mingei of tottori’: Regional crafts of the Tottori Prefecture of Japan, including handmade paper, fabrics, ceramics and folk toys, celebrate the state of Vermont’s friendship agreement with that region. On view in the Pickering and Fletcher rooms when spaces not in use for meetings. Cosponsored by Japan-America Society of Vermont. Through October 30 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Info, 865-7200. ‘napoLeon on the niLe: soLDiers, artists anD the reDisCovery of egypt’: Thirty large, detailed, engraved illustrations from the 23-volume Description de l’Egypte, a study of ancient and modern Egypt initiated under the reign of General Napoleon Bonaparte, this exhibition explores nearly every aspect of the North African country and underscores the resulting passion in the West for all things Egyptian. Also included are paintings and drawings influenced by the book’s publication, letters and documents from the time of Napoleon’s contact with Egypt, and other artifacts. Through December 18 at Fleming Museum, UVM, in Burlington. Info, 656-0750. neD CastLe: “Indigenous Expressions,” black-andwhite photographs of regional native identities, defined from the perspective of the subjects, with archival pigments on fine-art paper. Through December 31 at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Info, 864-1848. ‘oh, the horror’: A group show of spooky art celebrates the spookiest time of the year. Artists include Beth Robinson, Janet Van Fleet, John Brickels, Kevin Montanaro, Marc Awodey and Lorraine Reynolds. Through October 31 at Soda Plant Artist Cooperative Environment in Burlington. Info, 578-2512.
‘portraits anD peopLe’: Photographic portraits by Ash LaRose, Graham Wachsman and Joshua Lambert that focus on intimacy and communication. Through October 31 at Nunyuns Bakery & Café in Burlington. Info, 207-576-5384.
tobin yeLLanD: “Up,” a collection of the New York photographer’s favorite “outsider culture” images, including collaborations with Anti Hero Skateboards and videos from his time with that company. Through October 30 at Jager DiPaola Kemp Design in Burlington. Info, 864-5884 or 339-499-8083.
‘Warren kimbLe’s ameriCa’: The renowned, Brandon-based folk artist shows his paintings and mixed-media works of barns, flags, landscapes and animals in the 1871 Lighthouse. Through October 25 at Shelburne Museum. Info, 985-3346.
‘in spite of everything: refLeCtions on the poLitiCs anD poetiCs of Contemporary Cuba’: This lunchtime lecture by Benjamin Eastman, assistant professor of anthropology at UVM, is in conjunction with current exhibit “Cuban Artists’ Books and Prints.” Wednesday, October 21, 12:15-1:30 p.m., Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington. Info, 656-0750. aLuan argueLLes: “Life Turn on a Dime,” large-scale yet intimate paintings by the Cuban artist, sponsored by the Vermont Institute on the Caribbean. Through October 24 at Colburn Gallery in Burlington. The artist’s talk is followed by a reception: Wednesday, October 21, 6-8 p.m. Info, 656-2014. ‘prints anD prejuDiCe: WooDCuts anD artifaCts of the ameriCan CiviL War’: Art and material culture featuring 70 original
the energy projeCt: CLosing DisCussion, performanCe & reCeption: Artists Cami Davis, John Anderson and Patrick Marold, along with Firehouse curator Chris Thompson discuss the role of activist art in creating community consensus around change. Saturday, October 24, 3-4:30 p.m., Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Burlington. Info, 865-7165. ‘to Life! a CeLebration of vermont jeWish Women’: Oral histories, portraits by Vermont photographer Karen Pike, archival images and artworks by female Jews in the state culminate the Vermont Jewish Women’s History Project directed by Sandy Gartner and Ann Buffum. Through November 8 at The Brick Box Gallery, Paramount Theatre in Rutland. Talk: Judith Chalmer will read from her book Out of History’s Junk Jar: Poems of a Mixed Inheritance, in conjunction with the exhibit. Sunday,
first annuaL pumpkin art Contest: All ages are invited to submit carved, painted or otherwise adorned pumpkins October 26-30, to be judged by Coco Dowley and Leigh Williams and put on display. All will be illuminated on the gallery’s front porch Halloween night; artist Sean Cappone will screen films on the building’s exterior, beginning 6 p.m., and speak about his work. Monday, October 26 11 a.m. - Saturday, October 31 9 p.m., Helen Day Art Center, Stowe. Info, 253-8358.
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neaL rantouL: “Wheat, An America Series,” abstracted landscapes from Washington State by the director of the photography program at Northeastern University. October 23 through November 21 at PHOTOSTOP Gallery in White River Junction. Reception: Friday, October 23, 6-9 p.m. Info, 698-0320. heiDi Lague: Bold new abstract paintings by the Montgomery-based artist. The exhibit will also showcase work by Vermont artists Bethany Farrell, Steve Clark, Sean Callahan and Sally Clark. October 24 through November 15 at Studio V in Vergennes. Reception: Saturday, October 24, 6-8 p.m. Info, 877-6524. genevieve C. CoLe: Contemporary fused-glass art, from large-scale architectural panels to glass tile and recycled glass serve ware. Through October 31 at The Daily Planet in Burlington. Reception: Sunday, October 25, 3-5 p.m. Info, 356-2764.
Register to be a Vermont Emergency Response Volunteer Today! No one comes together in a time of need like Vermonters. Whether pitching in to dig out elderly neighbors following
National Writing Project in Vermont. Through October 30 at Center for Cultural Pluralism, UVM, in Burlington. Info, 656-3935.
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‘bounty: a CeLebration of vermont’s farming artists’: This touring group show sponsored by UVM Extension’s Center for Sustainable Agriculture includes painters, sculptors, photographers, textile and video artists who also farm. Through October 31 at Seminary Art Center in Waterbury Center. Info, 656-9140. ‘ChampLain’s Lake reDisCovereD’: A touring exhibit of nearly 40 Vermont artists whose two-dimensional works in mixed-media reflect the visual beauty and cultural heritage around the Lake Champlain basin. Through October 31 at Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier. Info, 388-0320.
group sCuLpture shoW: Leila Bandar, Kat Clear, Chris Curtis, David Tanych and Denis Versweyveld show works in stone, steel, wood and other media in this biennial installation. Through May 1 at Vermont Arts Council Sculpture Garden in Montpelier. Info, 828-3292. haLi issente: Paintings and mixed-media works on paper by the local artist. Through October 31 at Hartland Public Library. Info, 356-1271. ‘homeLanDs’: Stitched textiles and tapestry weavings by Welsh fiber artists Alison Mercer and Helen Foroughi. Through November 20 at Feick Fine Arts Center, Green Mountain College in Poultney. Info, 287-8926.
a snowstorm, setting up a local clinic or mobilizing to send emergency crews and supplies around the country for disaster assistance, Vermonters know each of us can make a critical difference.
margaret Lampe kannenstine: “Dark to Light,” recent paintings by the Vermont artist. Through October 31 at Vermont Arts Council Spotlight Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-3292.
eLinor ranDaLL: “Journey with Horses,” drawings and prints. Through October 30 at Plainfield Community Center. Info, 454-1726. CENTRAL ART SHOWS
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‘WorD up’: An informal exhibit of works that combine words with visual images by various artists and writers, sponsored by Friends of the
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‘napoLeon’s obsession: Quest for egypt’: Film in conjunction with a current exhibit. Sunday, October 25, 3-4:30 p.m., Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington. Info, 656-0570.
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vaLerie hirD: “The Maiden Voyages Project: The Diaries of Five Women,” the translation from text to images of four women from the Middle East and the Vermont-based artist, making the lives of real women of varying cultures and backgrounds accessible. Through January 2 at Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center in Burlington. Info, 652-4500.
members’ art shoW & saLe: Our annual show opens galleries to all our members. Not a member? Become one! Contact HDAC for further information. Submission deadline: November 20. Info: www.helenday.com.
‘Cuban artists’ books anD prints: 1985-2008’: Handmade books, maquettes for unpublished projects, prints and printed objects reflect life in Cuba over the past two decades as experienced by the young artists and writers of Ediciones Vigia, a collaborative press. Through November 25 at Fleming Museum, UVM, in Burlington. Talk: Cuban book artist Carlos Estevez gives a talk. Thursday, October 22, 5-6:30 p.m. Info, 656-0750.
October 25, 3-4:30 p.m. Info, 446-2877 or 802-353-0002.
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sheLburne farms 22nD annuaL art exhibition & saLe: Dozens of works in various media by some of Vermont’s finest artists join an exhibit of landscape “dreamstone” paintings from China in the Coach Barn. Through October 25 at Shelburne Farms. Info, 985-8686.
fLash art Competition: Venus Tattoos announces a flash art competition for area artists. The winner will receive their design tattooed free of charge. Entrants will receive 5 percent commission if their designs are chosen for application. Pieces must be no larger than 8.5 by 11 inches, and entrants must be at least 18 years of age. Deadline: December 1. Submit original flash art pieces along with a $20 entry fee to Venus Tattoos, PO Box 95, East Montpelier, VT 05651.
woodcuts from Harper’s Weekly and Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper reveal the excitement and the sacrifices of the war. Through December 13 at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Talk: Professor Christopher Wilson, whose students researched and organized the exhibit, gives a talk about its evolution. Thursday, October 22, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Room 221, Mahaney Center. Info, 443-5007.
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phoebe stone: Twenty new oil paintings and pastels by the Vermont artist and author. Through November 14 at Speaking Volumes in Burlington. Info, 540-0107.
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oraleh Harris is a petite, energetic woman with the kind of charisma politicians would envy. On a recent evening she’s standing in front of an abstract painting in the gallery she has opened in downtown Winooski. The Block Gallery is a brand new enterprise, located beside McKee’s Pub & Grill on East Allen Street at the “top” of the roundabout. The space was formerly a pack-andship store. “You should have seen this place when we started,” Harris remarks. “It took tons of paint and work, but here it is.” The glass-fronted Block Gallery is filled with light, making it feel more spacious than its 800 square feet would suggest. Crafts created by Vermont artisans, from lamps to jewelry to woven scarves, are displayed in orderly fashion on glass shelves or refurbished furniture. Harris points to an impressive, art deco-styled metal and glass case in one corner. “We got it at RecycleNorth [now the ReStore] ... We just spraypainted the bejeezus out of it,” she explains. The handsome piece is now silver and black and showcases earrings by Lochlin Smith. Harris’ passion for the place is evident. Less apparent are her reasons for opening a gallery now, in a grinding recession, and in a town where a number of creative businesses have already failed. “I chose Winooski because rents are bottoming out, and I could afford a beautiful space here,” Harris says matter-of-factly. “I think Winooski’s up and coming,” she adds. “It’s the melting pot — it’s great. The retail isn’t built yet, but I keep [saying], ‘If we build it, they will come.’” By “they” Harris means both collectors and artists. This entrepreneur has no delusions about what it takes to keep the gallery doors open. “The economy is really bad,” Harris grants, but counters optimistically that she’s
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precisely because many artists are struggling now — sHe believes sHe can Help some of tHem by selling tHeir work. “good at sales.” In fact, Harris is opening an art gallery in a recession precisely because many artists are struggling now — she believes she can help some of them by selling their work. This can-do attitude has made the Block Gallery attractive to many Vermont artists seeking representation. “I put the word out, and I’ve been amazed,’ Harris says. “They’ve brought in really high-end, beautiful work. I mean, look at this!” she exclaims, pointing to a handmade bench made of local cherry and
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flame birch by Mike Lamp of West Barnet Woodworks. Its elegant turned spindles and carved leaves arch gracefully. “This is a guy from the Northeast Kingdom,” Harris says. “I grew up with him. All these people from the Northeast Kingdom have shown up and helped. It’s really hard to show and sell your work [there], so they’re excited about this.” Harris hopes to show works by only Vermont artists, whom she actively seeks, frequenting craft fairs in pursuit of “fresh faces.” Harris suggests that what sets her apart in Vermont’s gallery scene is her interest in talented emerging artists as well as seasoned ones. Nick Heilig is a young pen-and-ink artist whose drawing “Bigger Than It Really Is” was highlighted in Art Map Burlington’s Art Hop issue this year. Harris points out his smaller works and bookmarks in the gallery. “Can you believe this?” she marvels, “Look at these drawings!” With plans to start advertising and email marketing in the near future, Harris feels she’s preparing “key business items” to launch her gallery. She hopes to attract buyers with monthly gallery openings that feature new artists, and “good old Vermont word of mouth.” Harris says she believes in “democratizing” art — that is, offering items at a wide range of prices. “We’ve got bookmarks for $5, up to a painting by Rick Benson for $6500,” she says. “It’s all high-quality, beautiful work. It’s really important to me that anybody can come in and buy something.” Indeed, Harris’ aesthetic brings together fiber arts, jewelry, woodworking, ceramics, and paintings in a harmonious mix that she fervently believes will appeal — so long as she can get people in the door. “It’s heart and soul,” Harris says, looking around her gallery with satisfaction in the waning evening light. “You can feel it.” m block Gallery 17 East Allen Street, Winooski, 373-5150. www.blockgalleryvt.com
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Muffin Ray: “Discarded and Salvaged,” large-scale textile-assemblage “paintings” in mixed media. Through October 29 at Vermont Supreme Court Lobby in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749. ‘Rock Solid’: The ninth annual exhibit includes figurative carvings, abstract forms, stone assemblages and paintings revealing the beautiful qualities of stone, Main Floor Gallery; Lauren Bulakowski: Paintings and drawings, Second Floor Gallery; and Jeanne Bisson: “Nature Under Construction,” mixed media, Third Floor Gallery. Through November 7 at Studio Place Arts in Barre. Info, 479-7069.
‘The Figure & Beyond’: A show of work by Warren-based painter Billy Brauer and his students over the past 40 years. Through October 25 at T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-8743. ‘The Vietnam War: A Reflection’: Photographs, equipment, artifacts and memory books of Vermonters killed in the Vietnam War, and other memorabilia make up this historic exhibit. Through November 11 at The Pain House in Northfield. Info, 485-4297.
share a group exhibit of works in a variety of media. Through October 31 at Walkover Gallery & Listening Room in Bristol. Info, 453-3188. Judy Reilly & Robin Kent: “Dangerous Women with Tools,” fabric works and mixed-media constructions, respectively. Through October 28 at Brandon Artists’ Guild. Info, 247-4956.
Tom Howard: New photography. Through October 31 at The Green Bean Art Gallery at Capitol Grounds in Montpelier. Info, artwhirled23@yahoo.com.
Kathleen Kolb: “Ice, Water, Mountains: A Changing Landscape,” oil and watercolor paintings by the Vermont artist. Through November 17 at Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. Info, 382-9222.
‘Wood Show’: Sculpture, painting and assemblage by seven regional artists using the medium in a variety of contemporary ways. Through November 22 at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Info, 767-9670.
Neil Rappaport: “After Attica,” photographic portraits of inmates, 1971-74, taken at a maximumsecurity prison in Comstock, N.Y., in reaction to the bloody uprising at Attica. Through December
‘The Art of Action’: A touring exhibit of works by Vermont artists that depict the state’s future; a project of the Vermont Arts Council and Lyman Orton. Through November 15 at Chaffee Art Center in Rutland. Info, 775-0356. ‘The Art of Devotion’: Panel paintings and sculptures from 15th-century Renaissance Italy bring together 15 works from 10 different collections to address themes such as artistic training and technique, patronage, function and conservation. Through December 13 at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Info, 443-5007. ‘The Golden Cage’: This Vermont touring exhibit is a revealing portrait of dairy farmers and their Mexican employees, featuring photographs by Caleb Kenna and audio/text by Chris Urban. Through October 25 at Gallery in-the-Field in Brandon. Info, 247-0125.
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‘Autumn in Vermont’: Mark Boedges, Bob Aiken and Gary Eckhart show landscapes depicting the glory of the season in oils, acrylics and watercolors, respectively. Through October 31 at Vermont Fine Art Gallery in Stowe. Info, 253-9653. Craig Mooney: “Reflections on Season,” expressive and impressionistic landscape paintings by the local artist. Through November 16 at Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery in Stowe. Info, 253-1818. ‘Crazy Acres’: Fourteen contemporary artists pay homage to their former teacher and mentor, the late New York/Vermont abstract expressionist painter James Gahagan. Through November 21 at Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College. Info, 635-1469. ‘Daughters and Fathers’: Watercolor penand-ink drawings by Harald Aksdal, photography by Lauralee Aksdal Best, sculptures by Stanley Lutostanski and drawings by Gabriela Lutostanski. Through November 29 at Emile A. Gruppe Gallery in Jericho. Info, 899-3211. East Johnson Plein Air Club: “New Work from the Field,” paintings done outside over the spring and summer by Marcie Vallette, Deb Coccoli, Bradley Fox, Dohm Zachai and others. Through November 2 at Winding Brook Bistro in Johnson. Info, 635-9950.
friends skateboarding, surfing or just hanging out. A couple of decades later, his works comprise a veritable anatomy of youth culture in the U.S. His current retrospective at Jager Di Paola Kemp Design in Burlington emphasizes NYC-based Yelland’s imagery. The show is itself a collaboration between JDK and Seth Neary of Driven Studio in Burlington. On view through October 30.
‘SculptCycle’: The second annual outdoor exhibit of sculptures made from recycled bicycle parts features more than 20 creations by regional artists and are scattered around downtown. Through October 31 in Montpelier. Info, 223-9604.
Anne Tait: “Memento Vitae: The Humanity of the Marble Headstone,” prints informed by drawing and painting that examine the vernacular artwork of 19th-century headstones. Through October 28 at Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in West Rutland. Info, 438-2097. Creative Space Group Show: The new community gallery and gathering venue opens its doors with an exhibition of works that celebrate the Vermont landscape by eight Vermont artists. Through November 14 at Creative Space Gallery in Vergennes. Info, info@creativespacegallery.org. Five-Year Anniversary Artists’ Retrospective: In celebration of its first five years, all the artists who have had solo shows
Royce Dendler: “Ozone Replenishment,” new work in a variety of media, including collage, fabricated metal, melted plastic and digital imagery. Through January 12 at Terasem Movement Foundation Office & Galleria in Bristol. Info, 453-7005. Ruth Hamilton: “The Heart of Land,” landscapes from northern England and Vermont, as well as figurative works. Through November 30 at The Gallery at Brandon Music in Brandon. Info, 465-4071. ‘SculptFest09’: This annual exhibition features site-specific sculptures by eight selected artists both regional and national. This year’s curator, artist Fran Bull, chose the theme of “Figure/Ground: the object in situ.” Through October 25 at Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in West Rutland. Info, 438-2097.
Gayleen Aiken: “Vermont’s Granite Industry 1955-1998,” drawings by the late Vermont artist. Through December 1 at GRACE in Hardwick. Info, 472-6857. Janet Fredericks & Charlie Hunter: “Souvenirs,” small colorful paintings based on world travels by the Lincoln-based artist and cofounder of Magicians Without Borders; and “Arrivals & Departures,” plein-air, sienna-toned paintings of old Vermont rail depots, respectively. Through November 1 at West Branch Gallery and Sculpture Park in Stowe. Info, 253-8943. Liz Kauffman: New abstract paintings by the resident staff artist at the Vermont Studio Center that explore harmony and tension in color and form. Through November 28 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-8358.
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Steven Goodman & Wendy James: “A Splash of Color,” photos and paintings that use color sparingly but to dramatic effect; James’ black-andwhite photomontages are also on view. Through November 15 at The Lazy Pear Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 223-7680.
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‘Reflections’: Forty-four images by photographers from around the country whose work shows the ways the titular concept can be expressed. Through November 7 at PhotoPlace Gallery in Middlebury. Info, 989-2359.
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School for Traditional Handweaving: Woven textiles by the students, age 11 to 65, of local master weaver Kate Smith. Through November 1 at Blinking Light Gallery in Plainfield. Info, 454-0141.
‘Piecing It Together’: Paintings and crafts by Jess Graham and textiles and quilts by Sarah O. Green. Through November 13 at Art on Main in Bristol. Info, 453-4032.
‘Fundamentally Vermont’: Experience the “old Vermont” through the images of Peacham photographer Richard W. Brown and the vernacular pine furniture of Cookeville Woodworking. Through November 20 at Northeast Kingdom Artisans’ Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury. Info, 748-0158.
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‘Fine Lines’: The exhibition features eight Vermont artists whose expertise lies in the drawn line: Harald Aksdal, Monica Baustert-Sweetzer, Viiu Niiler, Bill Lewis, Joshua Derner, Dianne Shullenberger, Peter Miller and Mark Heitzman. Through October 25 at Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. Info, 644-5100.
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Lynne Berard, MeLvin Harris & stefan voLatiLe-Wood: Three new artists to the gallery show their paintings in floral watercolor, computer-generated landscapes, and hyperrealist acrylics, respectively. Also Claire Dunn returns to the gallery with black-and-white photographs of local buildings, as well as new abstract paintings in watercolor and acrylic. Through October 24 at Staart Gallery in St. Albans. Info, 524-5700. Peter MiLLer: Landscape works by the Vermont painter in the newly opened gallery, which also features furniture by woodworking students and professionals, and works by local fine artists. Through January 9 at Wharfin Gallery at Vermont Woodworking School in Fairfax. Info, 849-2045. roLf anderson: “Autumn Color,” images of Hazen’s Notch and surrounding landscape by the photographer and conservationist. Through November 24 at Montgomery Town Library. Info, 326-3113. ‘tHe reLentLess eye’: Open-call submissions of “instantaneous expression” cellphone photography from all over the globe, juried by internationally recognized photographer Eirik Johnson, as well as works by invited artists Christopher Greene, Gabrielle Russomagno, Shawn Rocco, Sean Capone, Joshua Davis and Wafaa Bilal make up this groundbreaking show curated by HDAC exhibitions director Odin Cathcart. Through November 28 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. Info, 253-8358.‘ WoMen to WatcH 2010: conteMPorary figurative Painting’: In this touring exhibit sponsored by the Vermont Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, curator Idoline Duke presents paintings by Vermont artists Susan Abbott, Carrie Gelfan, Kate Longmaid, Aline Ordman and Adelaide Tyrol. Through November 8 at West Branch Gallery and Sculpture Park in Stowe. Info, 253-8943.
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‘tHe art of sonia Landy sHeridan’: More than 80 works by the pioneering artist known for her experiments with emerging forms of imaging technology of the late 20th century. Through January 3 at Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, in Hanover, N.H. Info, 603-646-2426. m
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Though she doesn’t live in Shelburne anymore, the internationally known plein-air artist keeps a presence there — in the form of luscious landscape paintings at the Luxton-Jones Gallery. Her current exhibit, “Impressions of Lake Champlain and Beyond,” is a nod to the 400th anniversary of the French explorer to the lake that bears his name, and even more to the still-inspiring views around it. On view through October 31. Pictured: “Quiet Evening, Lake Champlain.”
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‘Modern and conteMPorary art at dartMoutH’: Highlights from the college’s collection over the past 50 years, including post-1945 painting and sculpture. Through March 15 at Hood Museum, Dartmouth College in Hanover, N.H. Info, 603-646-2426.
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our collective memory and our perception of the man. If the truth can sometimes hurt, what we witness in Muhammad and Larry packs the wallop of an emotional body blow. Ali, the film reminds us, was already showing troubling signs of neurological damage by the age of 38. Two years after retaking the title from Leon Spinks and announcing his retirement, the fighter was offered $8 million to face off against the 30-year-old Holmes in Las Vegas. Asked why the offer was accepted, a former trainer is succinct: “Greed.” As the match draws near, it’s shocking to watch Ali train and perceptibly lose ground rather than gain it. You can see the panic in his eyes. You can see his legs slowing, his arms
growing heavy. And, with the help of Ferdie Pacheco, his fight doctor from 1962 to 1977, you learn the appalling truth behind the great athlete’s rapid decline. Pacheco reveals that a doctor with questionable motives and qualifications prescribed thyroid pills for weight loss just two weeks before the match and that Ali popped them like diet pills. “What fighter in the history of the goddamned world has ever taken thyroid pills before a fight?” Pacheco rages. “That’s like taking the wheels off an Indianapolis Speedway racer and racing without tires. The muscle you use to fight is burned up by the pills.” “I’m gonna shock the world!” Ali boasted to the camera. That was the one promise he lived up to that sad October night. No one
was prepared for the brutal beating he took and barely resisted. As shocking as his helplessness that evening, Maysles’ film reveals, was the failure of those closest to him to watch out for his well being. Ali’s delusional belief in his own myth had the complicity of the boxing commission, which knew tests he had undergone at the Mayo Clinic in July raised all kinds of red flags yet allowed the show to go on. Muhammad and Larry is a terrific account of a terrible mistake. This is documentary filmmaking at its most elegant and engaging. If the other 29 pictures in ESPN’s series pack half the cinematic punch, expect HBO Sports to be down for the count. RICK KISONAK
Where the Wild Things Are ★★★★
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MATCH POINT Maysles’ latest offers an astute analysis of forces contributing to a legendary ring leader’s tragic downfall.
30 world-class directors to make 30 documentaries telling “stories that people hadn’t heard of or hadn’t thought of for a while.” The list of stars tapped for the “30 for 30” series is impressive, featuring the likes of Barry Levinson, Barbara Kopple, Alex Gibney, Ron Shelton, John Singleton, Spike Jonze and living legend Albert Maysles. Maysles, 82, whose body of work includes such classics as Salesman, Grey Gardens and Gimme Shelter, has been called the “dean of documentary filmmakers” by the New York Times. Amazingly, Maysles’ contribution to the series, Muhammad and Larry, has its world premiere this Monday, October 26, at 7 p.m. in Burlington’s FlynnSpace. The movie offers a fascinating, if heartbreaking, chronicle of the weeks leading up to the tragic October 1980 title fight between the two champions, and it will interest movie lovers and boxing fans alike. The picture interweaves never-beforeseen footage of both men training and ruminating on their approaching bout with present-day testimony from Holmes and key veterans of the Ali camp. The result rewrites history as most of us think we know it. Ali is, of course, one of the world’s most revered figures, while Holmes has been virtually forgotten despite his superior record (he was 35 and 0 with 26 knockouts and WBC Champion going into the 1980 match). In the course of the film, the director pieces together a portrait of Ali that challenges both
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ost children’s movies combine dumbed-down versions of adult plots with kid-friendly pacing, loud noises and bright visuals. Spike Jonze’s riff on Maurice Sendak’s classic picture book Where the Wild Things Are does the exact opposite. Its rough-edged, slow-moving story, crafted by Jonze and novelist Dave Eggers, feels like something that could emerge from an actual 9-yearold’s imagination, while its style offers eye and ear candy mainly to adults. Whether the result is a “kids’ movie” depends on the kid. (Small ones will probably get scared; older ones could be bored … or enthralled.) For nostalgia-prone grownups, though, this is a film of rare beauty that will remind them there’s nothing in childhood to be nostalgic about. Sendak’s book has more pictures than words and a simple, resonant theme: Inside every little boy is a wild thing, and sometimes it needs a good rumpus. Jonze and Eggers have expanded Max’s dreamtime voyage to the island of Wild Things into a saga that’s like a downbeat, emo version of The Wizard of Oz. Max (played without affectation by Max Records) is an angry kid, but in a pretty average way. He likes to build forts, but his single mom (Catherine Keener) doesn’t always have time to appreciate them, and his older sister (Pepita Emmerichs) is busy with her new teen friends. When Mom proclaims him “out of control,” Max runs off and ends up … well, you know where. On a desolate island among giant, hairy beasts, he feels sort of scared and sort of at home, and he quickly bonds with a Wild Thing named Carol (voiced by James Gandolfini) who has temper issues, too. Any adult can see where this is going, especially when another Wild Thing (voiced
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by Lauren Ambrose) starts to act a lot like Max’s sullen sister. But the great thing about the script is that it’s subtle — far more so than Eggers’ and Vendela Vida’s screenplay for last summer’s Away We Go. Just like a real rambling story told by a kid, Max’s experience with the Wild Things is part self-therapy, part fun, part randomness. It has no genre, lurching from comedy to whimsy to horror without transitions. What’s cool about Wild Things is that they sleep in a hairy, primal pile. What’s not so cool about them is that, without warning, they could eat you. All this happens in a startlingly real setting — the island is an autumnal woodland, messy and bleak yet washed with magic sunset light. The Wild Things have the stiff tails of puppets and mobile, computer-animated faces — an uncannily effective combination. Jonze often shoots from Max’s point of view,
and adults may be jolted by scenes that carry them back to the forgotten experience of, say, riding on a parent’s back. Anyone who believes children are “innocent” won’t like the film — it shows us deep veins of rage, guilt and sorrow already running through Max’s emotional landscape. He worries that his mom’s boyfriend will steal her from him; he worries the sun will go out. He finds comfort in wild rumpuses, but someone always ends up getting hurt, just as someone ends up feeling lonely and ostracized at every great party. Under its strange, lumpy surface, this children’s fantasy isn’t an escape for adults: It’s what we deal with every day. And that’s why its underlying message — that love still matters, always matters — hits home. M A R G O T HA R R I S O N
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cloUDY WitH A cHANce oF meAtBAllsHHH1/2 The beloved children’s picture book about a land where it rains food gets the big-screen treatment with a little help from animators at Sony Pictures and a voice cast including Bill Hader, Andy Samberg and Tracy Morgan. Can you believe Lorne Michaels didn’t cook this up? Chris Miller and Phil Lord direct. (81 min, PG. Big Picture, Bijou, Capitol,
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cApitAlism: A love stoRYHHH Michael Moore is back, and he’s hopping mad about the corporate shenanigans that led to economic meltdown. Among the folks weighing in on free enterprise in his latest doc is Vermont’s own Sen. Bernie Sanders. (120 min, R. Big Picture, Roxy, Savoy)
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GoBi WomeN’s soNG: Middlebury health worker Sas Carey made this documentary about four years in the lives of nomadic women in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia. (70 min, NR. Marquis)
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It midnight (Tue). *Amelia 1:05, 3:30, 7, 9:20. *The September Issue 1:30, 3:40, 7:15, 9:30. Where the Wild Things Are 1:20, 3:35, 6:50, 9:10. couples Retreat 1:15, 3:45, 6:40, 9:15. capitalism: A Love Story 1, 4, 6:30, 9:25. Zombieland 2 (except Sun), 4:30, 7:25, 9:35. ***For special event descriptions, see Calendar, this issue.
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wednesday 21 — thursday 22 ***Race Across the Sky 8 (Thu). Law Abiding citizen 1:25, 4:10, 6:55, 9:30. The Stepfather 1:20, 4:05, 6:45, 9:15. Where the Wild Things Are 10:30 a.m. (Thu), 12:45,
wednesday 21 — thursday 22 Where the Wild Things Are 1:30 (Thu), 6:30, 9. The Stepfather 1:30 (Thu), 6:30, 9. couples Retreat 1:30 (Thu), 6:30, 9. Fame 1:30 (Thu), 6:30, 9. cloudy With a chance of meatballs 1:30 (Thu), 6:30, 9.
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wednesday 21 — thursday 22 Law Abiding citizen 6:30, 8:45. Zombieland 6:30, 8:30. friday 23 — thursday 29 *Astro Boy 1:30 (Sat & Sun), 6:30, 8:30. Law Abiding citizen 1:30 (Sat & Sun), 6:30, 8:45.
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wednesday 21 — thursday 22 Where the Wild Things Are 7. couples Retreat 7. The Informant! 7. chance of meatballs (3-D) 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:15, 9:15. couples Retreat 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50. Law Abiding citizen 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 9:40. The Stepfather 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:20, 9:50. Where the Wild Things Are 12:50, 3, 5:10, 7:20, 9:20.
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wednesday 21 — thursday 22 cloudy With a chance of meatballs (3-D) 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:15, 9:15. couples
friday 23 — tuesday 27 *michael Jackson’s This Is It midnight (Tue only). *Paranormal Activity 1:05,
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*cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant 1:30 (FriSun), 6:30, 9. Where the Wild Things Are 1:30 (Fri-Sun), 6:30, 9. The Stepfather 1:30 (Fri-Sun), 6:30, 9. couples Retreat 1:30 (Fri-Sun), 6:30, 9. Zombieland 6:30, 9. cloudy With a chance of meatballs 1:30 (Fri-Sun).
***For special event descriptions, see Calendar, this issue.
friday 23 — thursday 29 ***Queen of the Blues: A Portrait of Koko taylor 4 (Sun only). Bright Star 1:30 (Sat-Mon), 4 (Sat), 6:30, 8:45.
wednesday 21 — thursday 22 Law Abiding citizen 1:20, 4, 7, 9:40. Where the Wild Things Are 12:45, 3, 5:10, 7:20, 9:30. The Stepfather 1:30, 4:30, 7:10, 9:35. couples Retreat 1:35, 4:10, 6:40, 9:20. toy Story 1 & 2 3-D 12:50, 4:20, 8. Zombieland 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:30, 9:40. The Invention of Lying 1:10, 3:40, 6:30, 9:10. Surrogates 3:50, 9:15. Fame 1:25, 6:50. cloudy With a chance of meatballs (in 3-D) 12:55, 2:55, 4:55, 6:55, 8:55. Whip It 1, 6:20. The Informant! 3:30, 9.
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friday 23 — tuesday 27 *Astro Boy 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30, 8:30. *Paranormal Activity 12:15, 2:10, 4:05, 6, 8, 10, 12:05 a.m. (Fri & Sat only). *Saw VI 1, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30, 9:40, 12:05 a.m. (Fri & Sat only). cloudy With a
3, 5, 7:15, 9:40. *Astro Boy 1, 3:20, 6:25, 8:45. *Saw VI 1:20, 3:50, 7, 9:40. *cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant 1:10, 3:40, 6:50, 9:25. Law Abiding citizen 1:15, 4, 6:40, 9:20. Where the Wild Things Are 12:40, 2:55, 5:05, 7:25, 9:35. The Stepfather 1:25, 4:10, 6:45, 9:10. couples Retreat 12:50, 3:30, 6:30, 9. Zombieland 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 9:30. The Invention of Lying 9:15. cloudy With a chance of meatballs (in 3-D) 12:45, 2:50, 4:55, 7:05.
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2:55, 5:05, 7:15, 9:25. 9 1:30, 6:35. cloudy With a chance of meatballs 1, 3:05, 5:05, 7:10, 9:10. couples Retreat 1:15, 3:45, 6:50, 9:25. Fame 10:30 a.m. (Thu), 1:10, 6:30 (Wed only). Julie & Julia 3:40, 9 (Wed only). The Informant! 3:30, 8:30. Whip It 1:45, 4:15, 6:50, 9:15. Zombieland 1, 3, 5, 7:05, 9:20.
friday 23 — thursday 29 *cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant 2:30 (Sat), 4:30 (Sun), 7 (all week), 9:15 (Fri & Sat). Where the Wild Things Are 2:30 (Sat), 4:30 (Sun), 7 (all week), 9:10 (Fri & Sat). couples Retreat 2:30 (Sat), 4:30 (Sun), 7 (all week), 9:10 (Fri & Sat).
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wednesday 21 — thursday 22 ***otello 6 (Thu). Where the Wild Things Are 1:20, 3:35, 7:05, 9:10. I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell 5, 8:30. capitalism: A Love Story 1, 4, 6:50, 9:25. Bright Star 1, 3:20, 6:30 (Wed only), 9:20. Zombieland 1:10, 3, 7:25, 9:30. couples Retreat 1:15, 3:45, 7, 9:15. Séraphine 1:05, 3:25, 6. friday 23 — tuesday 27 ***Swan Lake 12:30 (Sun). *michael Jackson’s This Is
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wednesday 21 — thursday 22 Where the Wild Things Are 2, 4, 7, 9. couples Retreat 2, 4, 7, 9. Zombieland 2, 4, 7, 9. friday 23 — tuesday 27 *Saw VI 2 (Fri-Sun), 7 (all week), 9 (Fri-Sun). Where the Wild Things Are 2 & 4 (Fri-Sun), 7 (all week), 9 (Fri-Sun). couples Retreat 4 (Fri-Sun), 7 (all week), 9 (FriSun). cloudy With a chance of meatballs 2 & 4 (Fri-Sun).
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Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Welden) COUPLES RETREATHHH1/2 Peter Billingsley (you know him better as Ralphie in 1983’s A Christmas Story) makes his debut behind the camera with this comedy about four couples who decide to take a tropical vacation together, only to learn with horror that their island destination is actually a relationship therapy center. Vince Vaughn (on whose idea the film is based), Kristen Bell, Jason Bateman, Jon Favreau and Kristin Davis star. (107 min, PG-13.
one wild bachelor party. Expect brews, boobs, boorishness, bumbling and possibly a message at the end. With Matt Czuchry, Jesse Bradford and Geoff Stults. Bob Gosse directs. (105 min, R. Roxy; ends 10/22) THE INFORMANT!H1/2 “Unbelievable,” scream the posters for Steven Soderbergh’s comedy concerning a delusional whistleblower who fantasizes he’s a secret agent as he gathers evidence for his case against agri-industry behemoth Archer Daniels Midland. What’s really unbelievable is that it’s based on a true story. Matt Damon, Scott Bakula and Joel McHale star. (108 min, R. Big Picture, Bijou, Majestic, Palace, Stowe; ends 10/22) surrogates
Big Picture, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Roxy, Stowe, Welden) FAMEHH Given the public’s appetite for television competition shows, it was probably just a matter of time until someone remade — excuse me, I mean reinvented — the original spotlightseeking saga. Asher Book, Kristy Flores and Paul McGill star as high schoolers competing for their shot at the big time. Kevin Tancharoen
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ZOMBIELANDHHH1/2 What is it about fighting zombies in an apocalyptic wasteland that speaks to our 21st-century condition? Woody Harrelson plays a seasoned destroyer of the walking dead who takes young Jesse Eisenberg under his wing in this horror comedy from director Ruben Fleischer. With Emma Stone and Abigail Breslin. (87 min, R. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Paramount, Roxy, Stowe, Welden)
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CHERIHHH Director Stephen Frears and playwright Christopher Hampton, who teamed up for Dangerous Liaisons, do it again for this adaptation of Colette’s novel about the love affair between a Belle Epoque woman of the world (Michelle Pfeiffer) and a much younger man. With Kathy Bates and Rupert Friend. (100 min, R) TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLENHH Clearly America hasn’t had enough of Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox cavorting with huge, wise-cracking computer graphics. Michael Bay once again helms this sequel, in which the defeated Decepticons return to Earth for, you know, revenge, and lots of noisy machines transform into other noisy machines. With Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, John Turturro and Rainn Wilson. (147 min, PG-13) m
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Yes, the face is familiar. But can you place the movies in which this week’s featured performer played each of the characters shown?
SERAPHINEHHHH Martin Provost directed and cowrote this award-winning biopic chronicling the tragic story of Séraphine Louis, a French house cleaner promised fame and fortune when a prominent art critic discovered her talent as a modern primitive painter. Yolande Moreau and Ulrich Tukur star. (121 min, NR. Roxy;
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THE STEPFATHERHH This week’s horror remake updates the 1987 chiller about an apparently ordinary man of the house who turns out to be a homicidal maniac. Dylan Walsh, Sela Ward and Penn Badgley star. Nelson (Prom Night — the remake) McCormick directs. (104 min, PG-13. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace) SURROGATESHH1/2 Bruce Willis stars in this sci-fi fantasy about an FBI agent investigating a murder involving lifelike robots. Radha Mitchell, Rosamund Pike and Boris Kodjoe costar. Jonathan (Hancock) Mostow directs. (104 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Majestic, Palace; ends 10/22) TOY STORY 1 & 2 3-DHHHHH Here’s your chance to see both pioneering Pixar computer animations about toys run amok (originally released in 1995 and 1999) with the addition of the latest whiz-bang in-your-face technology:
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WHIP ITHHH1/2 Drew Barrymore makes her directorial debut with the story of a small-town good girl (Ellen Page) who puts on skates and gets addicted to the rowdy world of roller derby. With Marcia Gay Harden, Kristen Wiig, Juliette Lewis and Barrymore. (110 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic, Palace; ends 10/22)
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LAW ABIDING CITIZENH1/2 F. Gary Gray (The Italian Job) directs this drama in which a resourceful prisoner pulls the strings controlling citywide criminal activity from within the confines of his cell. Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx and Viola Davis star. (108 min, R. Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount)
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I HOPE THEY SERVE BEER IN HELLH1/2 Internet tall-tale teller and best-selling author Tucker Max serves up a story of buddies weathering
JULIE & JULIAHHH Meryl Streep and Amy Adams are paired in writer-director Nora Ephron’s fact-based comedy about foodie doyenne Julia Child and the New York office temp who decides to prepare all her classic recipes and blog the results. With Chris Messina and Stanley Tucci. (123 min, PG-13. Palace; ends 10/22)
WHERE THE WILD THINGS AREHHHH Spike Jonze directs this adaptation of the beloved Maurice Sendak classic about a little boy who comes to rule a kingdom of furry, unpredictable creatures. Cowritten by Jonze and Dave Eggers. Featuring Max Records, Catherine Keener, James Gandolfini and Paul Dano. (94 min, PG. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy, Stowe, Welden)
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THE INVENTION OF LYINGHHHH Ricky Gervais, creator of “The Office” and “Extras,” cowrote, codirected and stars in this comedy about a world where no one knows how to lie ... until one man discovers falsehood and gives himself a serious advantage. With Jennifer Garner, Rob Lowe, Jonah Hill, Louis C.K., John Hodgman and Tina Fey. (100 min, PG-13. Majestic)
digital 3-D. With the voices of Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles and other people your 5-year-old has never heard of. John Lasseter directed. (188 min, G. Essex, Majestic; ends 10/22)
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Fill the grid using the numbers 1-6, only once in each row and column. The numbers in each heavily outlined “cage” must combine to produce the target number in the top corner, using the mathematical operation indicated. A one-box cage should be filled in with the target number in the top corner. A number can be repeated within a cage as long as it is not the same row or column.
Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row acrosss, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers one to nine. The same numbers cannot be repeated in a row or column.
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NEWS QUIRKs by roland sweet Curses, Foiled Again
Police charged Dennis Lottig, 30, with stealing four security cameras from a bank drivethrough in St. Albans, W. Va. The evidence against him, the Daily Mail reported, was videotapes of him stealing the cameras, taken by the cameras. Sheriff’s deputies charged Jonathan G. Parker, 19, with breaking into a home in Berkeley County, W. Va., after the victim noticed he used her computer to check his Facebook account but forgot to log out before leaving the home with two diamond rings.
To the Rescue
Responding to a 911 call that a man was bleeding from the face near a fire station in St. Petersburg, Fla., two firefighters jumped into a rescue unit, opened the garage bay door and pulled forward. They promptly ran over the man they were rushing to help, Ted Allen Lenox, 41, who lay outside the station’s garage bays. “They couldn’t see him in front of the truck” because they were too close, fire rescue Lt. Joel Granata told the St. Petersburg Times, which said Lenox was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.
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Authorities charged Donald Goodrich, 38, with menacing an Apple Store employee in Cincinnati because he was frustrated that his iPhone wasn’t working properly. WCPO News reported Goodrich told the employee he “was so mad he could pop a 9 mm at it” and then opened his shirt and showed her the handgun. A new iPhone application lets users send prayers to Jerusalem’s Western Wall, Judaism’s holiest site. The price of “Send a Prayer Western Wall” was reduced to 99 cents to promote its use in the days leading up to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Senders use their iPhone or iTouch to compose the prayers, which are printed out within 48 hours and placed between the stones of the wall.
Too Green for His Own Good
A British town council fined a bicycle shop owner for failing to produce any commercial waste. The Daily Mail reported that Mark Howard, 50, reuses any surplus materials he can and sells any he can’t for scrap. When the Southend Council waste contractor noticed Howard wasn’t having any waste collected, the council refused to believe that he
didn’t have any waste to dispose and fined him 180 pounds ($285). “This is totally stupid,” Howard told the paper. “I’m not some environmental fruitcake trying to save the world. I’m just an ordinary person using my brain to avoid waste. But they don’t seem to care.”
Second-Amendment Follies
Police in Miamisburg, Ohio, locked down an elementary school after a report of a shooting in the vicinity, even though students were off that day. Neighbors initially said someone was running around the area firing a gun, but police determined that a man who lives nearby accidentally shot himself in the hand while cleaning his gun.
Four days after Ralph Needs, 80, was pistol-whipped during a home invasion in Groveport, Ohio, he was learning to fire a gun to defend himself when he was shot in the hand as one of his sons was loading the 9 mm pistol. James Looney, 40, accidentally shot himself in the head while teaching firearms safety to his girlfriend in Imperial, Mo. Witnesses said Looney was demonstrating the different safety mechanisms on several guns and would put the gun to his head and ask his girlfriend if she thought the gun would fire, then pull the trigger. KSDK-TV reported the safety mechanism worked for the first two guns but not the third.
Safety Seat
Police in Albertville, Ala., stopped Jackie Denise Knott, 37, for driving a minivan with a large cardboard box on top with her 13-year-old daughter inside. The Huntsville Times said Knott told officers the child was riding on top because “the box was too big to go inside the van, and she would be able to hold it down if she was inside the box.” She added the girl wasn’t in any danger because Knott had secured the box to the van with a coat hanger.
Crackdowns of the Week
As part of their campaign against Western cultural influences, Iran’s morality police warned storeowners not to
use scantily clad or curvaceous female mannequins in their windows. According to the state-owned newspaper IRNA, the police also banned men from selling women’s underwear and shopkeepers from showing models wearing neckties or bow ties.
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A gay bar in Elk Grove Village, Ill., began requiring crossdressing patrons to show a valid government-issued photo ID that matches their “gender presentation.” Peter Landorf, manager of Hunter’s Nightclub, told the Chicago Tribune the policy is aimed at preventing prostitution “that could cost me my license.” Ed Yohnka of the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois said the rule could be discriminatory if it applies only to cross-dressers.
Petty Crime of the Week
After former Kansas radio executive Paul W. Lyle admitted in a Girard court to embezzling $88,000 to support an addiction to scratch-off lottery tickets, he learned he had won a lottery prize worth $96,000.
Police in Carlisle, Pa., cited Richard J. Cantor, 56, for harassment after he reportedly flicked a toothpick on the sidewalk in front of another man’s home. The Patriot-News said the victim, Brian Taylor, 43, told police Cantor constantly does things to annoy him, in this case driving out of his way to flick the toothpick on Taylor’s sidewalk.
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Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
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he astrological vibes suggest that you open yourself wide, try everything and give freely. I urge you to adopt as your motto an exhortation that once came out of the mouth of the 7-year-old cartoon character Dennis the Menace: “Hey! Wake up! Let’s go everywhere and do everything!” More than any other phase in many moons, Scorpio, this is your moment to make YES your battle cry. The world is asking you to be bigger than the old you, wilder than five blood oaths put together, and as strong as the full moon rising over a mountain.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): “The clouds are the most fertile part of the sky,” writes Guy Murchie in his book The Seven Mysteries of Life. Microbes with short life cycles live there in abundance, “eating, breathing, excreting, floating, swimming, competing, reproducing.” Next time you look up at a puffy cumulus, see it as a large city that hosts a teeming host of living things. Speaking of invisible fecundity, let’s turn our attention to you. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you are largely unaware of how much creative energy has been building up within you. Your homework is to tap into it and unleash it. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): My friend Alcea, the pagan priestess who leads group rituals, is a responsible sort who has humble respect for the power of the spirit realms. She thinks there can be value in seeking help from the beings who dwell on the other side of the veil, but you’ve got to be careful. They can be as clueless and misguided as the less evolved characters who live on the material plane. That’s why Alcea is especially impeccable around this time of year, when the veil between the worlds is thinner and our dimension is more accessible to the spirits. Having said all that as a caveat, Taurus, I want to let you know that this would be an excellent time for you to call on the help of your most intelligent, interesting and loving ancestors. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “He who loves 50 people has 50 woes,” said Buddha. “He who loves no one has no woes.” Even if you agree with this sour observation, I urge you to override the warning it implies. Now, more than ever, you can and should attract [october 22-28]
rich benefits into your life by expanding the frontiers of your empathy — even if it means you will feel the hurts of others more deeply. And what exactly are those rich benefits? Here’s one: Getting close-up views of the ways people suffer will help you avoid suffering like that yourself in the future.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the film Postcards from the Edge, the character played by Meryl Streep made a monumental declaration: “Instant gratification takes too long.” I know exactly what she meant. Sometimes I wish I could have what I want before I have to endure even a moment of frustrated longing. I bring this up, my fellow Cancerian, because in the coming week we may get our yearnings satisfied before we fully express them. Of course, there could be a downside to this situation: Since the magic will be materializing so quickly, you’d better be very sure you really want what you even start to wish for. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Cement is the most common human-made material in the world. Combined with water to make concrete, it is a fundamental ingredient in many buildings and roads. And yet no one knew its precise structure until recently. Then a group of scientists figured out that its strength comes not from its orderliness but rather from its messiness. At the atomic level, cement’s molecules display both regular geometric patterns and areas of random variation. It’s in these chaotic areas that water molecules bind with the cement, creating a structure that’s both flexible and robust. This is the kind of foundation I urge you to work on in the coming weeks, Leo — a configuration that will endure exactly because it has a lot of give.
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In my dream last night, the High Priestess from the Tarot deck came to life and gave me the following message: “Tell Virgos that when their deep hunger starts to stir, they should not eat from the bowl of delicious seeds. That meager meal would not satisfy their deep hunger. Rather, they should plant those seeds and let them grow up. The resulting harvest will satisfy their deep hunger.”
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It’s an excellent
time to see if you can remove some of the neurotic twitches from your erotic itches. For example, you could use all your ingenuity to talk yourself out of the silly guilt you feel for having a certain idiosyncratic desire — a desire that, if acted out, would hurt no one, and that is therefore, by definition, healthy. Here’s another possibility: You could invoke the full powers of your imagination as you free yourself from things that prevent you from experiencing maximum pleasure, like old wounds, simmering anger, rank egotism and limiting beliefs.
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(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The astrological vibes suggest that you open yourself wide, try everything and give freely. I urge you to adopt as your motto an exhortation that once came out of the mouth of the 7-year-old cartoon character Dennis the Menace: “Hey! Wake up! Let’s go everywhere and do everything!” More than any other phase in many moons, Scorpio, this is your moment to make YES your battle cry. The world is asking you to be bigger than the old you, wilder than five blood oaths put together, and as strong as the full moon rising over a mountain.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The average middle class person alive today has more goodies than the kings and queens of times past. In fact, even during this time of economic retrenchment, most of us have a higher standard of living than 99 percent of all the humans who’ve ever walked the planet. In pointing this out, I don’t mean to discount the suffering of those who’ve lost their jobs and homes. But I think it’s helpful to keep our collective deprivations in perspective. Similarly, I like to remember that no matter how much our personal trials may test us, they are more bearable than, say, the tribulations of the generation that lived through the Great Depression and World War II. Keep this in mind, Sagittarius.
As you wander in the limbo between the end of one chapter of your life story and the beginning of the next chapter, it’ll really help to stay conscious of how blessed you are. Halloween costume suggestion: a saint tending to the needs of the dispossessed and underprivileged.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It’s prime
time for intense and momentous social events. Of the gatherings you may attend, I hope you’ll find at least one that fits the following descriptions: 1. a warm fluidic web of catalytic energy where you awaken to new possibilities about how to create close alliances; 2. a sweet, jangly uproar where you encounter a strange attractor — a freaky influence that makes the hair on the back of your neck rise and lights up the fertile parts of your imagination; 3. a sacred party where you get a novel vision of how to connect with the divine realms more viscerally. Halloween costume suggestion: something that incorporates a hub, wheel or web.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The members of the congregation at St. Peterat-Gowts Church in Lincoln, England had a minor crisis a few years ago. For years, they had prayed to a very old stone sculpture they assumed was a likeness of the Virgin Mary. Then a nosy archaeologist came poking around and informed them that the figure was actually Arimanius, the god of the underworld in the ancient Mithraic religion. I encourage you to make sure you’re not under a comparable misimpression, Aquarius. This is an excellent time, astrologically speaking, for you to seek the help of higher powers, but it’s crucial that you direct your invocations to the right source. PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20): Some of history’s worst tyrants have been terrified by kittens. Napoleon, Genghis Khan and Mussolini all had ailurophobia, a morbid and irrational fear of domestic felines. Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar were also discombobulated by cats. I bring this up, Pisces, because it reminds me of a certain situation in your life. I’m betting that a pushy or domineering influence that distorts your emotions will soon be susceptible to being spooked by a seemingly harmless little thing. Maybe you could turn this into a permanent advantage. How skilled are you at purring?
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Caring Compassionate Cutie I’m a bit eclectic. I love a challenge & spend a lot of time outdoors: boating, fishing, motorcycling, gardening. I like to travel, am interested in different cultures, and enjoy hanging out at home cooking big Sunday dinners. I’ve been told I have a great smile & twinkling brown eyes. I’d like to meet someone who wants more than just the surface stuff. captaink, 60, l, #115585
Sexy, attractive female athlete I am a very attractive, sexy, down-toearth F with great sense of humor looking to get together w/ someone now & then. I am slim, blonde, and in great shape as I run, moutain climb, bike, kayak, snowshoe ... something every day. I am a professional, but know how to have fun & maintain a very healthy lifestyle regardless. BlueberryMountain, 33, l, #115552
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Experienced, confident, woman. Dominant MF looking for open-minded, attractive BIM to help keep me hot during the cold winter months. I seek discreet, playful nights at home in the hot tub or in front of the fire. Cougar_on_the_prowl, 40, l, #115574 Looking for a playmate In a nutshell: I’m bi, currently in a polyamorous relationship & looking to find a playmate for sexy slumber parties. bcakes, 28, l, #115544
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tired of whipping it alone Yes, I’m sexually frustrated & in need of a little fun, intimacy & good sex! Would prefer a woman who’s into friendship & a bit more... VT72, 35, #115162 Sex Goddess Dark-haired, dark-eyed, curvy goddess seeks lovers: tall, large, sane, handsome, fun men, 30-45 preferred. In LTR, but he is willing to share. Like to please, love to be worshipped. sexgoddess, 38, l, #114852 dying for a great girl So new to being BI, but honest & excited. Would love & appreciate intelligent, open, self-aware, confident girl. I’m shy initially, but likely a few great local beers would help. finallyfindingout, 27, l, #114679
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Size & Stamina Just trying this out to see what happens. I was in one of those longterm relationships where you both get to know exactly what the other person likes, but now I’m at a loss. I’m professional, clean & attractive. Looking for a girl who isn’t afraid to deviate from the norm & take the road less traveled. Macguyver, 32, u, l, #115599 Tongue kisser, Romantic, hugging Married, no sex life, not even kissing. I am in need of affection, love makingout session. Professional man is easygoing, and would like to play
w/ a woman who has a need also of affection. Looking for clean, safe fun, shower together. s62g, 61, l, #115581
men, but I’m open to it. I’ve been told I’m handsome & well-endowed -contact me & judge for yourself! Eros93, 19, #115490
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Good Man, Bad Boy Low key, discreet, single, patient, good natured - I enjoy life - and I DO know how to touch a woman until I hear that sweet music (whimpers, sighs, moans, groans & screams of ecstasy). SlowHand, 49, #115489
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This Guy Hey! So, I’m a pretty cool guy just looking to have some fun. If something develops, then that’s cool, too. One of my hobbies is pro wrestling, so I like to keep in shape. I’m pretty much an all-around handsome man. So hit me up if you think I’m what you’re looking for. MightyMatt84, 25, l, #115484
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poorly equipped, not unprofessional, and educated enough to keep you interested. Completely clean. james_joshua, 25, l, #115576 youngbucklovn I am a good looking M, 22, 165, long hair, and in good shape w/ lasting endurance. I am very sexual & ready to get right to it. Looking for group encounters, possibly multiple times if it works out. Willing to travel. Also willing to experience other people’s kinks for the first time w/ prior discussion. Send me a mail! youngbuckluv69, 22, #115575
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sexy, young & chill Hi! I’m 24 and in a loving relationship w/ an awesome guy who is hot & sexy & all I could ever want in a man. But I love beautiful women, too! I am looking for a fun & sexy girl w/ a relaxed attitude for in & out of the bedroom fun w/ both of us. polyplay, 24, l, #115460
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Two To Titillate & Tease We are an attractive couple; him - older, she - younger. Looking for light fun w/ like-minded individuals or couples. Variety is the spice. dynamicduo, 39, l, #115379
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Wild Rides & Good Times We’re a comfortable couple looking for a M or F third, or another couple to explore new possiblities & just have a relaxed good time. We’re both new at this but very open minded. Can’t wait to hear from you! WildRidz, 19, #115323
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FRIEND BY RAILROAD TRACKS Bad Bird, it’s nice to talk without friction. Sorry life’s not giving you what you deserve. I wish I could help, but it doesn’t ever come to good terms w/ us. But I’ll be here if you just want to have fun. Yours truly. When: Friday, October 16, 2009. Where: by the tracks. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906516
Helen I feel wonderful because I see the love light in your eyes & the wonder of it all is that you just don’t realize how much I love you. To the moon & back I am forever yours. Oh, and by the way ... YOUR SEX IS ON FIRE! I love you H, forever & ever & always. NOAH When: Wednesday, October 14, 2009. Where: Snarf Snarf Snarf. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #906506
OGE sale 10/11 Such a long shot, but figured I’d try... You were wearing a black TGR hat & I was wearing a red Patagonia fleece. We were both perusing the sale tent outside before making a bee line to the skis. Did you end up getting your backcountry set-up? Sorry I was too shy to smile or say hi! When: Sunday, October 11, 2009. Where: OGE. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906498
He’s got legs! Sat., 10/17, 10:30 or so, Montpelier. Traded stares on Elm St. as I drove by, then saw you in Capitol Grounds. Me: salt-and-pepper goatee, green jacket. You have incredible legs. And great looks to go w/ them. Wanna meet for a coffee? When: Saturday, October 17, 2009. Where: Capitol Grounds. You: Man. Me: Man. #906515
@Petra ABS Comp You were the short blonde girl who won Intermediate; I was the short guy w/ glasses in all black. I thought you were really cool & you are damn strong. I need a climbing partner in the Btown area - want to hook up? Yes, that was a really lame belay pun... When: Saturday, October 3, 2009. Where: Petra Cliffs. You: Woman. Me: Man. #906505
Long Hair & Handsome The first time we met you told me I had a great smile ... I thought you did, too. Wish I could see it more. Want to cuddle? Nothing sounds better than that to me. When: Saturday, October 17, 2009. Where: my dreams. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906514
Directions for the bus I saw you sometime between 12-1 p.m. You asked me if the #8 bus we were waiting for went by Main Street. We rode together for a while, and we grinned at each other when I was getting off. I thought you were pretty cute. Want to grab a beer sometime? When: Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Where: North St. You: Woman. Me: Man. #906504
A Cute Buttercup I noticed you the other day in Fayston, hiking the Long Trail like it was a red carpet leading to my feet. Witnessing this goddess-like woman approaching, I stopped dead in my tracks. A sense of euphoria, passion & desire overwhelmed me into a blissful trance. Then, as I stood there stunned & speechless, you sipped your coffee, glanced in my direction, & gave me a long gaze that might as well have been the kiss that one is only granted but once in a lifetime. Call me your Studmuffin. When: Saturday, October 10, 2009. Where: Long Trail/App Gap/Fayston. You: Woman. Me: Man. #906497
John at Checkout: City Market So, here goes... You: math grad student w/ beer in hand at City Market. Me: girl, dark hair, green jacket, w/ beer, too. Such a silly conversation - I ended up thinking about it later & was wondering if you wanted to grab a beer at duff this week? You mentioned “I Spy” so I figured I would give it a try. :) When: Friday, October 16, 2009. Where: City Market checkout. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906517
Signed,
Friendly Matters
Dear Friendly,
If you’re looking for honest feedback, try this on for size: Your friendship is toxic — and you’re both to blame. It sounds like he has taken advantage of your romantic feelings for him, soaking up all your doting support without truly returning your love. Furthermore, he’s being selfish. When you talked about going to grad school, he “freaked” and wouldn’t let you go, yet he will not give you what you so deeply desire. As for your part, you must start putting yourself first and quit waiting for him to come around. One thing’s for sure — whether he cares for you romantically or not, he’s not ready to be with you. It’s time to move on. Date, go to grad school. Do it now! Do not let a dysfunctional relationship stop you from pursuing your dreams — you will regret it. Give your friendship some breathing room and time to heal. If you’re meant to be friends, you’ll find your way back to each other.
Just friends,
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Black Diamond BBQ Jason, we pseudo-met as you were preparing & serving BBQ at the Oktoberfest celebration in Jeffersonville, 10/10. Although I didn’t partake in the BBQ, I was intrigued by your bold pepper-eating move & was curious about the preparation of the giant pig! I think you are cute & enjoyed your company. Let me know if you’re free to hang out. When: Saturday, October 10, 2009. Where: Jeffersonville, VT. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906501
Montpelier Redbox End of August, beautiful night. You: nice smile, great shirt, child, not Witch Mountain. Me: screaming child; felt like I knew you, but maybe that was in another life. When: Sunday, August 23, 2009. Where: Montpelier redbox. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906492
I met a fantastic guy about a year ago, and it was obvious we had romantic chemistry. After a couple months, he expressed his hesitancy about a relationship, and so we’ve continued as friends. We spend absurd amounts of time together and have become beautiful, supportive friends. However, the romantic air remains between us, and every couple months I bring it up, asking, “Is this more than a friendship?” He always answers, “Maybe one day, but at this moment, I’m comfortable with how things are.” A couple weeks ago, he revealed that he’d been dating a couple other women. When I asked him why he didn’t tell me about it, he said he didn’t think we could talk about such matters. Indeed, I’ve been out on dates and haven’t told him for the same reason. I asked him to tell me whether anything was ever going to happen between us, because if not, I would apply to grad school that much sooner. Then he freaked — and kissed me. We were kissing, he was crying; it was overload. The next day he said he had taken off work to think about it, and as much as he wishes differently, he only sees friendship between us. The worst part is, it’s been two weeks since this happened, and we’ve barely spoken. I need some honest feedback from someone outside my social circle.
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Price Chopper Dude Saw you in the spaghetti aisle, the produce section & the beer aisle. You looked cute & cozy in your winter hat. I was just wearing a black hoodie and crocheted hat. We made eyes a few times. Wanna get coffee sometime or just have another Price Chopper date? When: Wednesday, October 14, 2009. Where: Price Chopper South Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906510
The Red Basil I came in w/ my boyfriend; we got some food & a drink at the bar You were our server. Then today I saw you walking down Main St. in Stowe. You’re gorgeous. Not sure if you’re in a relationship, but if you are, she’s one lucky girl. ; ) When: Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Where: The Red Basil/Main St. Stowe. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906502
‘90s night You: light blue button down, adorable, kind of shy. Me: young cougar in the black tank & jeans, eyeing you from the dance floor. Maybe you were watching me, too? I would’ve rocked your world. When: Friday, October 9, 2009. Where: Metronome. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906493
Dear Mistress Maeve,
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Toast in my kitchen cabinet Hi, buttery thing. Forgive me for being such a flustery mess these days - I mean well. It’s just the weather - you know me better. Let’s keep rolling down this sweet ol’ road & enjoy it while it lasts. When: Sunday, June 3, 2007. Where: Bone Marrow. You: Man. Me: Woman. #906512
Sweet Baby Moon Girl I wanted those 2 hours to last forever. When I held you before I left, I just kept thinking, “Don’t let go this time.” I can’t tell you what I feel like right now, but I think you know. I love you. When: Friday, October 9, 2009. Where: the city. You: Woman. Me: Man. #906503
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Blonde at Radio Bean monday You were sitting at the bar next to one friend, w/ another against the wall across from you 2. All 3 of you left around 11. The first time we caught eyes when I came up to order my coffee I was mesmerized. I’d love to see that smile again. I was in the corner booth w/ friends. When: Monday, October 12, 2009. Where: Radio Bean, Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #906513
DJ Rikki I went to a Montpelier dance a year and a half ago where I saw DJ Rikki. I have been looking for him ever since. I am moving soon & would like to have lunch, dinner? It’s still bare & black truck girl is waiting ... waiting ... wanting. When: Sunday, November 11, 2007. Where: Montpelier High School. You: Man. Me: Woman. u #906494
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