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that don’t know� montage; the guy who forgets his mask and thereby telegraphs the idea that the count of divers will be off; in the water with the whiny duo. You could have started here and saved us all the fidgeting and waiting. Does it cut to the chase? No. Instead the film breaks into absolute monotony. This must really be what it’s like to be stuck in the ocean. But is that good cinema? Not if it bores you to tears. The attempts at suspense are contrived and hollow. The sharks simply aren’t that scary. The interpersonal communication is uninteresting. I was actively rooting for the sharks. If Open Water was made as someone’s grad school thesis, I might have given them a good bit of credit for attempting to bite off such a large project. After all, the logistics of this shoot, despite shooting on miniDV or DVCAM or whatever video format they used, must have been impressive. That said, it misses the mark. Rick is correct on one point. This film does share many of the same characteristics as The Blair Witch Project: It was made with a shoestring budget, it features a mediocre script that for the most part is pathetically executed, the cinematography is awful, and it gets mildly creepy at times. Is the film scary? Emphatically no. If you need to get your shark-thrill fix, you’d be better served by watching
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TECH WRECK Kevin Kelley’s reporting on the Regional Technical Academy [“Tech Check,” August 25] was thorough and balanced. It has been clear for some time that the enroll-
ment projections for this new school are squishy. So, too are the estimated capital costs, estimated operating costs and estimated state contribution. From everything I’ve read, schools in the sending area are heading into years of declining enrollments. As we face empty classrooms in our local high schools, why are we planning to build a new state-of-the-art Regional Technical Academy? Isn’t it time for a survey of high school sophomores to determine just how
many students would actually enroll in such a school? I believe a much better option would be to decentralize the delivery of technical education. Put the programs in our local schools and encourage students to go to the high school that offers the program they seek. Students would fully integrate into the high school that offered the program of their choice. We would fully utilize the existing high school capacity. Some will say transportation is an issue. There are transportation
planners currently working on how to better provide public transportation in Chittenden County and beyond. Perhaps a population of tech-ed students attending area schools would provide just the jump-start such a program needs. We are two months from voting on the RTA proposal. If the first vote to form the school district is an indicator, you can bet that area voters will be subjected to a barrage of very slick advertising, attempting to sell this proposal. The business community spent about $100,000 before the first vote. How much will the same group spend this time around? I urge voters to inform themselves about the RTA. Don’t vote on a project as significant as this one based on slick advertising. Marcy Harding RICHMOND
BEAN THERE This is a response to Karen Geiger and Kim Kulow-Jones’ letters [August 8 and 25]: There are a lot of places to get a cup a coffee in Burlington, and a lot of places to grab a quick cup to go, and sometimes Radio Bean is great for this, and other times, honestly, it is not. We are a small shop outside of the tourist center and off the beaten track. This makes staffing more than
one person behind the counter very difficult. We get tied up in conversations (willingly or unwillingly), somebody is calling about a gig, cookies are coming out of the oven, the coffee needs to be pressed… it is a lot of work for one person. I do not aspire to ever operate a fast-food establishment. The financial trade-off for knowing my neighbors and not just how they take their latte is one I am willing to make. I understand that service here can be slow and when one is in a hurry that can be frustrating. However, the claim that anyone waits longer or is treated differently because they don’t look “cool” is absurd and simply not true. Since you’ve vowed never to step foot in here again, stand outside sometime, Karen, and look at who really comes in and out of these doors. What you’ll find is that not only do the vast majority of our clientele look like “the boy or girl next door,” they are the boy and girl next door. So, if you ever decide to try us here again, find some time, grab a stool at the bar, order a cup to stay, and introduce yourself, because, truthfully, that is all it takes to be hip. Lee Anderson BURLINGTON
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ferent reports that you end up forgetting to eat. And that was even before the violence erupted on Friday afternoon.” Journalism is often called the “first draft of history.” And history is, basically, an accounting of human murder, mayhem and warfare. It provides a timeline that tracks the rise and fall of conquerors and kings, dynasties and empires. Unfortunately, despite an endless stream of technological “advances” and discoveries improving the “quality of life” for the human race, not one political scientist has yet discovered the most precious commodity on Earth: peace. “Life has stopped here in Beslan,” observed the former Vermont journalist. “Life will never return to normal for the residents. On the first day of the burials, there were coffins everywhere in the city, people shrieking with grief, sobbing and shaking uncontrollably. And once the grief subsides, what will replace it? “I fear it will be anger,” he continued, “anger directed at the other ethnic groups in the Caucasus region: the Chechens, the Ingush, and others. More ethnic strife and bloodshed may be inevitable at this point. Local residents are already vowing retribution.” Ah, yes. Based on history, that is to be expected. You see, North Ossetia really isn’t “Russian.” It’s a region on the north rim of the Caucasus Mountains where tribal/ethnic differences and Russian czars and dictators have determined political geography since the first recording of history. Chechen “freedom fighters,” whose grandparents fought Stalin, justify the Beslan slaughter of children by pointing out the Russian Army has murdered more than 40,000 Chechen children under President Vladimir Putin’s reign. An eye for an eye. A dead child for a dead child. How can we fool ourselves into thinking we live in a civilization? Beslan is closer to us than you might think. It’s but one mountain range and a few hundred miles north of Iraq where our invading army struggles to survive as an occupying force. Once the world’s hope for peace on Earth, our United States of America has sadly abandoned the very cause that once defined us. What was once America’s “moral authority” in the world has been completely lost, thanks to President George W. Bush. The fact is, the death toll of Beslan’s school children pales when compared to the death toll of Iraq’s school children from U.S. bombs and bullets. Yours truly’s favorite line from the recent GOP connection was uttered by the Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger. “If you believe this country, not the United Nations, is the best hope of democracy in the world,” bellowed the Hollywood leading man, “then you are a Republican! “And, ladies and gentlemen, if you believe we must be fierce and relentless and terminate terrorism,” screamed Schwarzenegger, “then you are a Republican!” Who does this pathetic star of the celluloid world think he’s kidding?
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filed by state Attorney General Drew Edmondson, Thompson often used a penis pump, a device said to provide sexual pleasure and promise better erections and larger penis size, while court was in session and exposed himself to a court reporter several times while masturbating on the bench. “On one occasion, Ms. [Lisa] Foster [Thompson’s court reporter for 15 years] saw Judge Thompson holding his penis up and shaving underneath it with a disposable razor while on the bench,” the petition reads. Several witnesses, including jurors in Thompson’s court and police officers called to testify in trials, said they heard the “swooshing” sound of a penis pump during trials and saw the judge slumped in his chair, with his elbows on his knees, working the device. The court reporter said the pump “sounded like a blood pressure cuff being pumped up.”
Curses, Foiled Again Three offduty Royal Canadian Mounted Police officers were waiting in a car outside a bank in Burnaby, British Columbia, when they saw a man run out of the building. The officers gave chase on foot as he ran into a marine-supply store and tried to hide by climbing into a ceiling area. “Customers and the officers could hear the man struggling, until they finally heard him say, ‘Help me,’” the RCMP said in a statement. After the ceiling tiles collapsed under the man’s weight and he landed in a boat that was on display, the officers arrested him and recovered the money.
Problem Solved Concerned that the continuing stream of immigrants from former African and Asian colonies would swell the ethnic population of the Netherlands beyond the current 17 percent, the Dutch government reversed its once-liberal immigration policy and offered refugee families $7200 to leave the country.
Homeland Insecurity The Marine Corps is cutting pre-deployment combat training in half, from 23 days to 11, to meet the growing pressure to ship units to Iraq. Col. Blake Crowe of the Marine Corps Training Command at Quantico, Virginia, told the Newhouse News Service that instead of training 10 battalions every six months, the accelerated schedule will train eight battalions in two months. In addition, the intense course will for the first time include thousands of Marines who hold traditionally non-combat jobs, such as truck drivers, intelligence analysts and jet aircraft technicians, because these
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Rank Has Its Privilege Veteran actor Ben Kingsley, who was knighted three years ago, insisted that everyone on the set of his new movie, Mrs. Harris, call him by his title, “Sir,” according to the New York Post. “If they didn’t,” a source told the paper, “he would get angry or ignore them. He takes that knighting thing very seriously.” • When billionaire celebrity Oprah Winfrey invited her fellow jurors in a Chicago murder trial to appear on her television show, one of them disclosed that whenever Winfrey used the bathroom attached to the jury room, she asked the other jurors to sing to drown out the noise she made. Winfrey confirmed the account, adding that one of the songs the jurors chose was “Kumbaya.” Sharpshooters of the Week Enjoying a commanding lead in the Olympic 50-meter three-position rifle final, American Matt Emmons, 23, needed to score only 8.0 (anywhere near the bull’seye) to win the gold medal, Emmons shot an 8.1, but it didn’t count because he fired at the wrong target. He finished eighth. • Fellow American Michael Anti would have won the gold medal in that event, but he had to settle for the silver after 2 points were deducted from his score because he fired too many shots from the kneeling position. As a result, he finished six-tenths of a point behind Jia Zhanbo of China. “We both made bonehead mistakes today,” Anti said.
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Daddy Dubya “How long can we pretend that the spit in our faces is rain?” — Gideon Levy in Ha’aretz So, which was your favorite moment of the late, unlamented Republican convention in New York? Discounting the sheer size and variety of the protests against Bush, I’d vote for White House aide Andrew Card’s brazen admission that Dubya — “this president,” as Card calls him — “sees America as we think about a 10-year-old child.” That’s right, a 10-year-old child. The President of the United States thinks his country and his subjects are still in fifth grade, bumping up against puberty and at permanent risk of molestation. Hence all the manly rhetoric from that phallus-shaped platform last Thursday night — “43 minutes of sheer wisdom,” as Bush himself described it:
KE R RY SPOKESMAN PH I L SI NG E R “We will extend the frontiers of freedom,” “Democracy is coming,” “We have a calling from beyond the stars,” etc. But maybe you missed the story about Card. Probably you did, because, with the lone exception of the Boston Globe, no one in the major media saw fit to report it. “I know as a parent I would sacrifice all for my children,” Card declared, addressing an assembly of Republican delegates from Maine and Massachusetts. “But there is no doubt about the president’s commitment to make sure that he protects us no matter what the polls may say, no matter what focus groups might suggest, no matter what the UN [gives] permission to do.” Such a relief! Imagine if we lived in a dictatorship, where “misjudgments” aren’t admitted, “no matter what the polls may say.” The Kerry campaign — reaching, as always, for its sharpest knife — called Card’s remarks “condescending,” but Card shot back in perfect Bush-speak: “The Democrats who met in Boston [in July] had a wonderful party, because Boston hosted a wonderful opportunity for them to get together. But they tended to talk about yesterday, and our president knows that leadership is all about tomorrow.” Frankly, I’m trying to get through today. If you ask me, this whole country is having a nervous breakdown, one voter at a time. It was Card, after all, on September 11, 2001, who whispered in Bush’s ear that the United States was under terrorist attack, while Bush sat blank-faced in a second-grade classroom in Sarasota, Florida, reading a story with the children called The Pet Goat.
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“The president accepted my words but did not introduce fear to any of those young people,” Card reports proudly, “or through the national media to the American people.” As I remember, the American people, as well as the national media, were on the job before Dubya blinked an eye. If they lived in New York City, they were running for their lives, wondering if their friends and family would survive what seemed like Armageddon. But Card, true to the Bushmen’s lying script, thinks Dubya’s pure inaction that morning reveals his strutting stature as “a leader.” “After an appropriate period of time,” says Card, “he excused himself from the classroom … and exercised the ultimate responsibility of a president.” In Bush’s case, this means that he flew aimlessly around the United States on Air Force One for about 10 hours — from Florida to Louisiana to Nebraska — before finally landing in Washington in the early evening, having phoned Laura ahead of time to tell her, “I’m coming home. See you at the White House.” They must both have wondered how they ever got there. Granted, both Bush and Card have cause to believe that the electorate consists of blithering idiots, since their New York dogand-pony show apparently went down the American throat like so much cotton candy, spun out of nothing but sugar and hot air and lacking even one nutritional component. Bush’s post-convention “bounce” is a matter of wonder even to the press that maintains him in power. “Election 2004 suddenly is not just about whether John Kerry or George W. Bush will lead the United States the next four years,” writes Robert Perry in Consortium News. “This election has become a test of whether reality still means anything to the American people.” Or, as Kerry spokesman Phil Singer explains in response to Card, “Any parent that ran a household the way George W. Bush runs the country would find [himself ] in bankruptcy court on the way to family court.” Worse, any parent that ran a household the way Bush runs the country would find himself raising “the twins,” Barbara and Jenna, two sloppy babes who, according to The New York Post, managed to rack up a $4800 liquor bill on a single night of the convention, while partying with their father’s “Young Republican” guard. These girls even got to smoke in public places, dammit — the ultimate insult to anyone who’s watched New York go all wussy lately. For this they got their booze for free — I kid you not — and left their waiter $45, a 1 percent tip. And speaking of family values — the only member of Dick Cheney’s clan who didn’t join her parents onstage in New York was his lesbian daughter, Mary. Mary wasn’t invited to Barbara Bush, Sr.’s “W Stands for Women” party at the Waldorf-Astoria, either, although her sister Liz was there, lauding “this president” for “empowering women overseas.” Indeed, the Republican platform is so overtly homophobic that even the Log Cabin Republicans, highly indignant, are threatening not to support Ding-Dong this year. They’ll change their minds, of course, and, when they do, I’ve got a slogan for their bumper stickers: “Log Cabin Republicans — Girlie Men for Bush!” 쩾
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ou wouldn’t expect a co-producer of Angels in America to advertise himself — not in Vermont, anyway. But Robert Cole wears the show’s promotional T-shirt “all the time,” he says, whether he’s reading scripts by wannabe Tony Kushners or cutting the grass on his Hyde Park horse farm. Most people lose their shirts in the Broadway business. Cole, a three-time Tony winner, has stockpiled more than he knows what to do with. He’s successfully produced almost a dozen plays in New York, including Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, The Crucible, Eric Bogosian’s Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll and the 9/11-inspired Omnium Gatherum — a runner-up for last year’s Pulitzer Prize. His “general management” credits are even longer: revivals of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Death of a Salesman, A Moon for the Misbegotten and A Raisin in the Sun, star-
If you do everything right, and you have a star, you have a 50 percent chance of succeeding. If you do everything right, and you don’t have a star, it’s 25. ROBERT COLE, THEATER PRODUCER ring Sean “P. Diddy” Combs. A selfdescribed “hands-on” guy, Cole jokes, “I wear T-shirts from shows because we didn’t sell enough at the concession stand.” It’s no wonder he and his wife Laura decided to call their 30 acres of paradise “Intuition Farm.” Or that the trim 51-yearold — “now a huge practitioner of ‘life’s too short,’” as he puts it — is planning his own Act II. He’s not semi-retired; he’s “transitioning.” Their new dog, a husky-shepherd mix, is appropriately named Phoenix. Cole is frank about what drove him north. “I’m sure it’s what people have always said: The business isn’t what it used to be.” The cost of producing theater on Broadway has skyrocketed since Cole came to New York to act in 1979. Then, “Producing a play might have cost $600,000,” he says. “Today it’s two million.” The process of financing a show, the producer’s primary task, has also changed, according to Cole. Backers lay out more cash, he says, but they also drive harder bar-
gains. In exchange for investing, they may ask for a place on the poster, or even “a say in the creative process,” he says with a shudder. “I’ve never done it and I never will.” Producing any Broadway show is a gamble. But a revival with a celebrity actor attached is a safer bet than a new play with no names. Cole calculates, “If you do everything right, and you have a star, you have a 50 percent chance of succeeding. If you do everything right, and you don’t have a star, it’s 25.” Despite the odds, and his new address, Cole’s still in the game. He’s producing the revival of David Mamet’s American Buffalo with Laurence Fishburne this spring — if it’s not too late to book a theater. Cole and Mamet are good friends. He’s also got a relationship with playwright Arthur Miller, whom Cole calls a “hero.” The Crucible creator is currently writing what Cole describes as “his Marilyn Monroe play.” The Vermont-based parttime producer will manage the production if and when it opens in New York. Cole still maintains an office there. He’s been less committal with local theater folks. The first inquiry came from the couple’s mortgage officer, who had a connection to the Stowe Theater Guild. The people at the Hyde Park Opera House — the closest performing arts theater — have also called. “I said I’m not ready for that,” Cole says. “But someday I will be.” Like a good producer, Cole is weighing all his options. “Might I open a sandwich shop in Stowe or Hyde Park? Maybe,” he says with a chuckle. “It could be a school of young actors, it could be a repertory company, it could be a barn, but right now I’d like to align myself with an academic institution.” Before he started producing, Cole co-founded a drama school in New York — the Michael Chekhov Studio. He’s taught acting at NYU and Yale. In the meantime, he’s working on his own writing projects — plays, screenplays and a game show — in an office adorned with equestrian photos, not show posters. A script lies open on a chair. From this vantage point, above the valley that leads to Stowe, anything looks possible. Half serious, half dreaming, Cole muses, “I could produce something in Vermont…”
making mice the curtain rises this Friday on Vermont’s newest theater company: On the Verge. While its name suggests edgy endeavors, the troupe’s goal is anything but: “bringing theater to students and literature to life.” Joshua Masters directed the inaugural show, Of Mice and Men. The first performance — a student matinee at Johnson State — is almost sold out. Repeat performances are scheduled for September 24 and 25 at Champlain College. Masters and partner-producer Jeremy Fraize are casting about for a spring title that will be compatible with high-school curricula. In marketing, as in theater, timing is everything. 쩾 Email Paula at paula@sevendaysvt.com
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Dear Cecil, I just read the question in your online archive about whether Coca-Cola once contained cocaine, toward the end of which you mention the substitution years ago (before I was born, in fact) of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) for sugar in Coke. These days, HFCS is found in not just Coca-Cola but most sodas, candy, juices, sauces, ketchup, jelly, bread, yogurt, etc. — it’s in everything. My boyfriend hates HFCS and goes out of his way to buy products that do not use it, which can be a bitch to find sometimes. His claims are twofold: one, that increased use of HFCS is a major factor in the obesity problem in this country, because it’s processed differently by the body; and two, that increased use of HFCS is a result of pressure from corn growers. I am inclined to believe him. Certainly, trying to eliminate HFCS from my diet has improved the quality of the food I eat. But others remain unconvinced. The straight dope, please. — Coco, via email I’d love to back up your boyfriend on this one, because in my opinion Coke hasn’t been the same since the company ditched sugar for corn syrup. However, let’s examine the logic here: (1) Americans are way fatter than they used to be. (2) We’re eating more and exercising less, two guaranteed ways to put on the pounds. (3) Ergo, the problem is an obscure difference in sugar chemistry. You don’t need to be Socrates to realize this conclusion is a bit of a reach. Rumblings about HFCS have been building for several years. In 2003 journalist Greg Critser published a book entitled Fat Land: How Americans Became the Fattest People in the World in which he suggested that fructose, and specifically HFSC, was a major contributor to obesity. A study appearing last April in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition lent support to Critser’s view. George Bray and associates noted that: (a) U.S. consumption of HFCS rose 1000 percent between 1970 and 1990; (b) Americans’ rate of obesity increased
sharply during the same period (currently 31 percent of the citizenry is obese and 64 percent overweight, compared to 15 percent and 47 percent, respectively, in the late 1970s); (c) Fructose affects the body differently from glucose, another common form of sugar — for one thing, it doesn’t stimulate a rise in blood insulin levels (diabetics use it for that reason). The researchers speculated that people tend to use more HFCS because it doesn’t trigger the “I’m full” hormonal response produced by traditional forms of sugar (e.g., cane sugar, known as sucrose). I won’t say HFCS has nothing to do with obesity. But to focus on the stuff when there are so many other plausible explanations for American rotundity seems perverse. For one thing, we’re eating more in general. One study says our average daily food intake increased from about 1800 calories in 1989-91 to 2000 in 1994-96. Much of that is surely due to fizzy beverages. Per capita soft-drink consumption has doubled since 1970; the typical American currently consumes 56 gallons per year. Is that increase due strictly to the allure of HFCS? Not likely. Sales of diet pop have increased at an even faster rate than that of the sugared kind, suggesting that we’re not just overdoing HFCS-sweetened foods, we’re consuming too much sweetened everything. Supersized portions and changes in eating habits no doubt partly explain why — the percentage of food kids get from restaurants and fast-food outlets increased almost 300 percent between 1977 and 1996. Critser’s book includes a graphic showing that the rise in U.S. obesity roughly paralleled the rate at which junk-food products were introduced. Lack of exercise is a factor, too. Obesity is lowest among kids who watch an hour or less of TV daily, highest among those who watch four hours or more. Whatever chemical differences there may be between fructose and glucose, the difference between HFCS and traditional sugar is slight. Both sweeteners contain both compounds, and in roughly similar amounts — table sugar is 50 percent fructose and 50 percent glucose, whereas the most common form of HFCS is 55 percent fructose and 45 percent glucose. For what it’s worth, Michael Jacobson, executive director of the Center for Science in the Public Interest and a frequent critic of the food industry, dismisses contentions that HFCS is uniquely to blame for the fact that we’re fat. To your boyfriend’s other point: Did corn growers bludgeon the food industry into switching to HFCS? Probably not. The corn processors, on the other hand … well, it’s not as if these guys treat their customers gently. Archer Daniels Midland, a major HFCS producer, recently agreed to pay a $400 million fine for conspiring to fix the sweetener’s price. But it’s generally conceded that HFCS dominates the market for the simple reason that, notwithstanding occasional essays in market manipulation, it’s cheap. CECIL ADAMS
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ow do you express the experience of September 11, 2001 — a single morning that changed the way many of us see the world forever? With poetry, in which a few words can carry incredible weight. In the months after the terrorist attacks, fragments of Yeats’ “The Second Coming” — “Things fall apart, the center will not hold” — regularly showed up on Internet message boards. Poems written or adopted for the occasion — elegiac, angry, despairing, comforting — passed from person to person. In Manhattan subway cars, a young filmmaker from Russia named Serguei Bassine began standing up to recite a poem that depicts the last moments of an office worker trapped in one of the Twin Towers in a handful of short, matter-offact lines. “I always thought that life was full of choices. It always has been,” says the narrator of Leda Rodis’ poem “From the 104th Floor.” It’s an easy statement from a young American in the 21st century, almost banal. But the fictional speaker goes on: Now my choices have been taken away from me. The men in the planes have narrowed them down to two: Death by fire, or death by fall. The response to the poem was so positive that Bassine, director of the awardwinning film Because of Mama, decided to turn Rodis’ work into an animated short. But the story behind the poem was unusual, because Rodis wasn’t a professional writer. She was a Vermont freshman at Hartford High School who, like so many other students across the country, had been assigned to pen a few lines about the events of 9/11 for her English class. “The teacher wanted us to deal with what we were feeling — it was a therapy sort of thing,” says Rodis, a Sharon resident who’s now 17. It didn’t take her long to produce the paragraph that became “From the 104th Floor” — about 20 minutes, in fact. “It was right there, so close to my mind,” says Rodis. “The images that impacted me the most were the people jumping out of the towers. It’s a terrible thing to see when you’re sitting in class, watching the second plane hit.” Rodis invented a narrator who responds to the unthinkable the way most of us would — by relating it to the things she already knows. When the first plane hits, rocking the building, she thinks of a story she heard about a plane crashing on top of the Empire State Building. “Just/ an accident. And accidents/ happen every day.” When she has to decide between jumping or staying in the burning tower, she looks to a photo of herself on a Coney Island roller coaster for comfort. “The wind tugging at my hair/ How good it felt to scream.” After Rodis had finished her assignment and read it in class, “it sat on the kitchen table for a while,” she recalls. Her mother, Dartmouth College English professor Karen Gocsik, helped her to break the piece — which was originally a prose fragment — into uneven, expressive, freeverse lines. Then Gocsik showed “From the 104th Floor” to her friend Bassine, a New York University-trained filmmaker who had been an undergraduate at
Dartmouth. Bassine was impressed. “He wanted to do something with it, but he didn’t know what,” says Rodis. “He wanted to see people’s reactions.” That led to the subway-car readings. When the Showtime network contacted Bassine about the possibility of making a short film about 9/11, he came up with the idea of animating Rodis’ poem. The resulting film, narrated by actress Rosie Perez and illustrated with poignant pencildrawing simplicity by a team of Russian artists, aired on Showtime and was screened at Sundance and other film festivals around the country. Early this month, Hanover, New Hampshire-based Steerforth Press published a book-version of “From the 104th Floor” that includes the text of the poem, stills from the film, and the film itself on a mini-DVD. Steerforth publisher Chip Fleischer says he’s never put out a packet like this before and isn’t sure how it will sell. But, watching the film at Dartmouth College, he realized the only way to make a short film widely available to the public was through a book. “Seeing the reactions, I thought something this powerful should be distributed,” he says. What makes the poem so moving? “I obviously wasn’t there,” says Rodis. “No one can really imagine what was going on, so I had to focus on details. Little things. I wanted to make it real.” She used the image of the roller coaster ride at Coney Island — the narrator’s happy memory of freefalling by her boyfriend’s side — to make the poem’s ending more subtle. “I did want to soften the blow,” she says. “You can’t really say, ‘And then she jumped out the window.’ I wanted it to be about the love.” Like the handmade MISSING fliers that peppered the streets of lower Manhattan after 9/11, “From the 104th Floor” wrenches the reader’s gut not because it’s about a national tragedy, but because it evokes the individuals who happened to be caught in it. “It inverts the usual perspective,” says Fleischer. “Instead of being among the millions on the outside watching thousands perish, we’re on the inside, thinking, ‘It could have been me going to work that day.’” A message from the dead to the living — the poem’s addressee is the speaker’s significant other — the poem allows us to imagine what one of those smudgy Xeroxed photos might say if it could talk. Found magazine is a compilation of strangers’ discarded notes, misdirected emails and other stuff rescued from the recycling bin. Its editor, Davy Rothbart, followed a paper trail to Ground Zero, and the result shows up on two pages of his new book, Found: The Best Lost, Tossed, and Forgotten Items from Around the World. Shortly after September 11, in a pile of paper debris from the Towers, Rothbart found “office memos and stock quotes, page after page filled with numbers… a torn half of a handwritten note that said, ‘—is the way if you ask me!’” It’s a serious note in a book that’s consistently entertaining, and sometimes laugh-out-loud funny. Rothbart will be hosting a “Found party” this Sunday at 8 at Radio Bean in Burlington, and he’ll be checking out finds from the audience. Voyeurs and pack rats, come on down with “literature” someone else let go. m
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Only a muscle-bound meathead would still believe, in the 21st century, that one country, one army, can rule the entire planet. It is a vision Arnold shares with our president — and some of history’s greatest madmen. They do not realize that humanity’s only hope for a safer world is the very thing that provides safety within nation-states: strong democratic government! Planetwise, that means a strong, democratic United Nations and the enforcement of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights it’s based upon. That landmark and overlooked document was adopted in 1948 by the leaders of a planet soaked in the blood of World War II. If you have never read it, do yourself a favor: www. un.org/Overview/rights.html. This week, from Beslan to Burlington, one wonders whether it will take World War III to get us back on the right track, that is, the peace track? And the only question for Arnold and Dubya is: How many more innocent school children will have to be killed before the United States of America stands firmly behind, not firmly against, the only real hope for peace — the United Nations?
Party Pooper! — Surely everyone is feeling bad for the Vermont Progressive Party these days. Our beloved self-righteous lefties are under attack from, of all places, the democratic system. Progressive Party Chair Martha Abbott was on Vermont Public Radio Tuesday morning lamenting the fact that their September 14 primary ballot is full — full of candidates who do not have the blessing of the tiny cadre that runs the Prog Party. Even though it’s officially been Vermont’s third “major” party since 1999, most Vermonters think of the Progressives as the party of Anthony Pollina and a quartet of state reps from Burlap. But Tony the Prog is sitting this one out. A little history: Anthony hit the scene many years ago as the central Vermont version of the then “progressive” mayor of Burlington — Bernie Sanders. Anthony added a close-to-the-land agricultural touch that Big City Bernie lacked. He founded Rural Vermont. Tony even went to work for Bernie when Sanders became Vermont’s congressman. But the two differed on one key point: Pollina and many of Sanders’ Burlington disciples wanted to start their own official political party. Actually, Sanders first ran for office in the 1970s under a party label but abandoned it after a few inglorious attempts. In the 1980s, Ol’ Bernardo always ran for mayor under the “Independent” tag, shunning the “Progressive Coalition” label of all the other Sanderistas in Burlap. Sanders is determinedly a party of one and on Capitol Hill forms his own coalitions to advance his pet issues. It certainly works for him, eh? Meanwhile, in the 1990s, Pollina and the Sanderistas pressed on with party building. They eventually pulled it off in 1999, just in time for the 2000 gubernatorial cam-
paign. That was the year of the Big, Bad Civil-Unions Election. It followed the turbulent legislative battle over marriage rights for same-sex couples. With Republican firebrand Ruthless Ruth Dwyer and her conservative gay-bashing, religious diehards all pumped up, things looked a bit dicey for Democratic Gov. Howard Dean. Those who remember Dean before his transformation to national stardom recall what a law-andorder conservative he really was. Ho-Ho regularly aligned himself with Statehouse Republicans and Blue Dog Democrats to checkmate the liberal agenda championed by the leadership of his own party. The Progs despised Dean. The liberal Ds considered him a sellout to his rich-kid roots. But the Republicans loved him — at least until gay marriage hit the fan in 2000. Gov. Dean, however, did the right thing on civil unions, overcoming even his own initial personal and political fears. The November 2000 election was to be the test. So why was Anthony Pollina jumping in the governor’s race? Well, to have a party, of course! Pollina starred that fall in the gubernatorial debates. Ruth… well, Ruth was Ruth, and Dean had to take shots from both of them. If Ho-Ho got less than 50 percent of the vote, the race would have been be thrown to the legislature. Can you say Gov. Dwyer? The 2000 election results indicate that Vermont voters are indeed above average. They can do the math. Enough of them — a couple thousand — held their noses and voted one last time for Howard Dean for governor, even though their hearts were with Anthony. Dean won with 50.1 percent of the votes cast. In 2002, Pollina ran for LiteGov, achieving what he had been unable to achieve two years earlier: He became a full-fledged spoiler and got a Republican elected. No one in Vermont has a greater appreciation of and affection for Anthony Pollina than Republican Lit. Gov. Brian Dubie. No one. In 2002, without the fear of Ruthless Ruth, voters weren’t as worried about the math. Besides, it was only the “unimportant” office of Lite-Gov that was at stake. Having competed now in two statewide elections, Vermont’s third major party has regrouped for the 2004 race. Pollina is sitting it out. The Progs decided against running a Prog candidate for governor (they’re content, obviously, with political cross-dresser Peter Clavelle). They also decided against running a candidate for state treasurer. Or attorney general. Or auditor of accounts. Or secretary of state. Pretty minor “major” party, eh? This year the Progs have decided to put all their eggs in one basket — lieutenant governor. State Rep. Steve Hingtgen of Burlington is the man. Hingtgen’s an articulate Iowa transplant with an easygoing style and an appreciation of fine beer. The Vermont Progressive Party was expecting a very quiet 2004 election. Unfortunately, democracy
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has screwed up their best-laid plans. “Invaders” — folks with ties to the even smaller “minor” party known as Liberty Union — have registered as candidates in the Progressive Party Primary. Liberty Union is the gaggle of eccentric, though good-natured, political geese that first took flight way back in the Vietnam War era of the late 1960s. Its leadership included the irrepressible Peter Diamondstone of Brattleboro and a colorful cast. Leunig’s Old World Café founder and former owner Dennis Morrisseau was the Liberty Union candidate for Congress in 1970. He received 2.2 percent of the vote. A tall, skinny loudmouth from Brooklyn named Bernie Sanders was the Liberty Union candidate for governor in 1972. He got 1.1 percent of the vote. In 1974, Ol’ Bernardo — then Young Bernardo — got 4.4 percent in the U.S. Senate race as the L.U. candidate. Got to start somewhere, eh? Even current Progressive Party Chair Martha Abbott has Liberty Union roots! Martha did much better than Bernie in 1974. Abbott got 5.4 percent of the vote as the Liberty Union candidate for governor! A disturbed Martha Abbott told VPR’s Bob Kinzel this week that the Progressives are not happy with the Liberty Union mischief-makers. They’ve even organized a defense of their party purity. Abbott told Kinzel Prog Party loyalists will be asked to write in a party-approved slate of candidates in the primary. At least one, Rep. Bernie Sanders, is not even a member of their party. Not to worry. Martha said the plan is for all Progressive Party-sponsored candidates — except their Budweiserfriendly Lite-Gov candidate — to decline the Progressive Party nomination should they win, leaving the slots blank on the party’s November ballot. Abbott also said she will reach out to the Vermont Republican Party, which also has a couple mischief-makers entered in their primary. The goal is to come up with a law that will ban such major-party headaches in the future. Massachusetts, she noted, requires candidates to get 10 percent support at the party convention in order to qualify for a spot on the ballot. That’s right, Progressive Martha is reaching out to the Republicans. Whew! Somewhere along the way, the old Liberty Unionite-turnedProgressive has forgotten one of the most important adjectives associated with the word democracy: “open,” as in “open democracy.” Sounds like Vermont’s far left has no qualms about joining up with Vermont’s far right to close the door on participation in one of the most open undertakings a democracy experiences — elections. Interesting. The fact is, if the Vermont Progressive Party truly was a major party in anything but name, it wouldn’t have to sweat outsiders invading their primary. It’d have a popular message and its own good candidates. The way things are going, the Vermont Progs might better be called the Jumbo Shrimp Party. m
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TAKING NOTE OF VISUAL VERMONT
Hanging Together
E IMAGES Jordan Silverman 12th Annual Art Hop, Burlington’s South End, September 10, 5-11:30 p.m. & September 11, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
verything is a jumble at Art Hop headquarters, and in the warren of studios behind it, just off Flynn Avenue in Burlington. Unpacked boxes compete for floor space with piles of artwork and bright yellow programs so new they still reek of ink. Foldable Art Hop street signs lean against a wall near the door as if eager to spring into action. In one corner a young woman hunkers over a computer at a cluttered table. And in the middle of the room, Art Hop Executive Director Lorna K. Peal is tutoring a fresh batch of volunteers, who sit cross-legged on the floor like a semi-circle of pre-schoolers at sto-
More than 400 artists will display their work at 110 studios and businesses. rytime. “Now, you need to know that Art Hop is put on by the South End Arts and Business Administration, or SEABA,” she begins patiently. This apparent chaos is a tempo-
rary veneer, obscuring the meticulous planning that began a year ago — right after the last Art Hop ended. And the 12th annual community arts event, which takes place this weekend, is bigger than ever: More than 400 artists will display their work at 110 studios and businesses. That’s not to mention some 20 outdoor sculptures already dotting the Pine Street corridor, which is home to many of the entrepreneurs and creative types in SEABA. The curatorial feat culminates this weekend with flurry of activities: The hopping begins Friday at five, accompanied by a juried show, a silent auction, several musical performances and a big party that goes ’til midnight. And since the event can no longer be squeezed into seven hours, demonstrations and workshops — and of course more art viewing — spill over into Saturday. Peal is trying to prepare her young volunteers — six of about 30 — for these festivities when Richard and Jessica Peabody arrive to talk with a reporter about their artwork. There is nowhere to sit. Three of Richard’s paintings already hang in the office, but Jessica’s lithographs and monoprints are still zipped up in a black portfolio. By Friday their works, and those of four other artists, will grace these walls. It’s the first time the Art
Hop office itself has been a site on the Hop. It’s also a first for the Peabodys: The father-and-daughter pair have not participated in Art Hop before, yet in addition to their pieces at the office, both also entered this year’s juried show. Jessica, 24, has exhibited her prints several times locally, including at her alma mater, University of Vermont. Enthralled with printmaking, she’s entering a master’s program next year at Pratt. Richard, 58, has painted diligently for years and taken classes here and there, but has never shown his work at all — at least, not outside his Burlington home. For Richard, whom Peal calls a “real Renaissance man,” the 2004 Art Hop is a coming-out party. The presence of emerging artists such as the Peabodys in Art Hop is part of what keeps the event fresh and edgy — but the thrill works both ways: “It’s pretty overwhelming and exciting to be involved,” says Jessica. “It makes me feel like I’m part of the bigger picture here. As a new artist, just starting to show, it’s exciting to know there’s a large volume of people coming through.” “Showing for the first time feels good, it feels right,” concurs Richard. “When we hung the work I almost had a feeling of detachment: ‘OK, it
can stand on its own and take whatever comes.’ Some people will like it and some people won’t,” he adds. “I’m confident that those who are meant to respond to it, will.” His three paintings at the Art Hop office look very different from one another, suggesting an artist who has been actively experimenting, and evolving. The one he calls “Commedia delle Rocce” is done all in browns, red-browns and sepia; the large, vertical canvas is filled with abstracted, mask-like faces, based on a rock formation Richard saw in a national park. Except for their color and somewhat disturbing miens, the faces are akin to images one might see, or imagine, in a passing cloud. A second painting, cryptically titled “The Observers,” at first glance appears totally abstract, an explosion of dark colors complemented by active gashes, scratches and blobby pigment. A closer look, though, reveals the silhouettes of three slender figures, black against a cobalt “sky” and a barely visible city skyline. The third and most naturalistic painting, untitled, is a branchlike tangle of roots against a textured, non-narrative background. Content-wise, these works look like they might have been executed by >> 20A
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three different people, yet “They’re not so different in terms of how they feel on the inside to me,” Richard says. “I feel like I’m capturing a piece in a continuum of things gone by.” Those faces, he suggests, express all the human emotions; the roots are about returning to the soil. “It’s reflective of how people operate,” he suggests. In his artist’s statement Richard writes eloquently about the “language” of his paintings — about “the creation’s expression of itself through time”; about “a complex past and an unknowable future.” In person, though, he finds it easier to discuss less abstract subjects, such as his relationship with his daughter. Finally settling on a wooden porch outside the Art Hop office, the two talk about their personal art history so far. You might say it all started with hammers and nails. After Richard, an Indiana native, moved to Vermont in 1969, he and his wife began building a historical-reproduction home in Richmond — he was a carpenter before becoming a special-education teacher. Living in a house that was perpetually under construction, Richard suggests, provided a stimulating environment for his two daughters. “Jess was always around me doing work on the house — it was a create-as-Iwent kind of thing,” he says. “She was always aware of that creative process.” She also pitched in. The fine arts began to entice Jessica when she was in JESSICA PEABODY high school. Not coincidentally, it was about the same time that Richard started applying paint to canvas. At UVM Jessica threw herself into the difficult discipline of printmaking under the tutelage of prof and master printmaker Bill Davison. “I was the young adult going through school and experiencing my vision as an artist,” she says, while her father was exploring his own medium in the basement at home. “We really understood the struggles and challenges that come with opening up the creative self,” Jessica says. The prints she’s exhibiting at the Art Hop office are related to her senior project in college, a set of stone-lithography portraits depicting evocative faces, black ink on white paper. “Post-9/11, those things we all share as humans show on our faces,” she explains. These will be hung in tandem with her layered monoprints; each has a smaller piece of paper printed with Arabic text from a newspaper and collaged onto a larger sheet with a sort of watery, abstract appearance. A subtle hint of color appears in the latter works, but this is new. “The simplicity of black and white evokes more of a response,” Jessica says. Her two pieces in the juried exhibit represent a recent focus: They’re more personally emotional and use more color. “They’re pretty raw,” Jessica says of “The Feminine Mystique” and “Valentine.” “I’ve had some experiences that have pushed my expression on paper. Art has always kept me at a level-headed place.” So, apparently, has her family. She says she feels blessed to be able to share an artistic evolution with her father. “We’re kind of at the same point in our lives as creative beings,” Jessica says. “We are very supportive of each other’s work. For me, there’s no more respected opinion — I’d like to hear from him first.” Richard is modest about his qualifications as a critic, but unabashed as a cheerleader. “We’ve always been incredibly close, and we both know how lucky we are to have this relationship,” he says. Sitting side by side on the steps outside the Art Hop office, Richard and Jessica Peabody seem to glow in the angled afternoon sun. Or maybe it’s their mutual admiration. Soon, their work will hang together, too, for the appraising eyes of hopping strangers. 쩾
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Global Stage Fright Is the U.S. government lowering the curtain on international performers?
he announcement was like a cruel April Fool’s joke on the arts and entertainment industry. On April 1, the FBI issued a warning to law enforcement officials that terrorists may be trying to use P-visas — the STORY kind used by foreign musicians, enterKEN tainers and athletes — to sneak into PICARD the United States. Arts organizations were advised to carefully document IMAGE the credentials of foreign artists durTIM NEWCOMB ing their visa-application process and be mindful of suspicious activities while those performers are here. It was a bizarre alert, considering there was no evidence whatsoever that terrorists had tried to enter this country under the guise of cultural exchange. Nevertheless, the announcement came as another blow to an arts industry that had been jumping through more bureaucratic hoops since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Ironically, at a time when American interest in world music, theater and dance is exploding — and resentment and anger towards the United States abroad make cultural exchanges even more important — the U.S. government is erecting barriers that make those exchanges even more costly, time-consuming and unpredictable. The viewing public is by and large unaware of the many difficulties involved in bringing performers from overseas to the local stage, perhaps because the roster of international acts playing Vermont seems as diverse as ever. For example, 13 of the 41 performances scheduled this season at Burlington’s Flynn Center involve international artists. At Middlebury College’s Center for the Arts, seven of
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the 15 engagements booked for the 2004-05 season feature performers from overseas. And UVM’s Lane Series, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, features eight international groups on its calendar of 26 performances. What audiences don’t see are the legal acrobatics going on behind the scenes. Before international performers can be booked in the United States, they have to line up an American sponsor who will pay their visa-application fees and compile the paperwork and supporting documents that must be submitted to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly the INS). Usually, though not always, those sponsors are booking agents with sufficient resources — staff, experience and money — to handle the job. However, many newer or more obscure foreign artists aren’t represented by American agents, and that can make it very hard for them to enter the country. Lane Series Manager Natalie Neuert says that in the past, the Lane tried to showcase lesserknown talents from Europe and elsewhere. But since the INS was reorganized as CIS and incorporated into the Department of Homeland Security, the organization has shied away from booking self-managed foreign artists. Why? Neuert explains that she simply doesn’t have the staff or resources to shepherd foreign performers through the labyrinthine visaapplication process. One factor in that decision is the cost of securing visas in a timely manner. Under normal circumstances,
processing a visa application takes between six months to a year. Several years ago, the U.S. government adopted a speedier procedure known as “premium processing.” If a sponsor pays a $1000 expediting fee on top of the normal fees, the application will be reviewed within 15 days — assuming all the paperwork is in order. Typically, the sponsor gets an answer from CIS within 30 days. However, premium processing isn’t available to all foreign artists — only those the government determines to be “culturally unique” and/or possessing “extraordinary ability.” For example, an aboriginal didgeridoo player from Australia would likely qualify as a “culturally unique” performer; a punk band from Sydney would not. Similarly, a string quartet from China may qualify as “extraordinary-ability performers,” assuming they can demonstrate they’re among the top 5 percent of musicians in their field. Today, with the heightened terrorist concerns and added homeland-security measures, many U.S. presenters take on the added expense of hiring an immigration lawyer to guide them through the process. Leslie Holman of Holman Immigration Law in Burlington specializes in working with international artists. She says premium processing has become all but mandatory these days. “They have implemented name checks and security checks that make it close to impossible, on many occasions, to get artists here in a timely fashion,” Holman says.
Sometimes, several venues will share the cost of sponsoring foreign performers who lack American representation. For example, next year the Flynn and the Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College are putting on the first-ever North American tour of ethnic-minority performers from China. Margaret Lawrence, the Hop’s programming director, explains that they’ll not only have to pay the lawyers’ fees, which can run to more than a grand, but also the $1000 premium processing fee twice — once for the performers and again for their support team of stage managers, translators, lighting technicians and other crew members. But even when an American presenter shells out for first-class service, it doesn’t guarantee that U.S. officials will allow the performers into the country. As Holman explains, when CIS approves an artist’s application, he or she still must apply for a visa at the American consulate in his or her home country and go through a rigorous security check. That process can take months. For example, if an Arabic artist has a last name that’s fairly common in a Middle Eastern country, or lives in a nation with a large Muslim population, he or she can get trapped in the system for a year or more. Even more absurd, visas have been denied to some of Holman’s clients who have been traveling back and forth to the United States for years with no problems. Moreover, shows are often booked 18 months in advance, but CIS won’t accept a visa application more than six months
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only ones being subjected to long delays. In July, the Champlain Valley Folk Festival hit a snag when it tried to bring in two French-Canadian musical groups, Les Charbonniers de L’Enfer and Tüq. In previous years, Canadian performers were granted a different kind of visa because they were performing within 50 miles of the border. This year, their visa applications were rejected. As a nonprofit group, the festival wasn’t charged the $1000 premium-processing fee to expedite their P-visas. But the festival didn’t get final approval for the Canadians to enter the country until just a week before the groups were to perform. The folk festival was also hit up with another visa-related expense — paying for three “letters of support” from the unions. Typically, CIS will not approve a visa application unless its American sponsor can get letters of support from trade unions such as Actors Equity or the International Association of Stage and Theatrical Workers confirming that the performances will not displace American workers. Some unions now charge as much as $250 to write those letters. What does all this mean for the viewing public? Possible higher ticket prices, for one thing. “I would say consistently, artists’ fees are up 20 percent across the board,” says Neuert at UVM. “A really high-level, yet not super-famous string quartet that we used to pay $3000 to $5000 for is now $5000 to $7000… and if you work with classical music, you’re dealing with foreign artists.” That said, arts groups know they can only go so far in passing along these added expenses to ticket buyers. Jack up ticket prices too high, Lawrence says, and you lose your audience. The sad truth, she admits, is that in order to fulfill their educational mission of promoting better intercultural understanding, sometimes an arts organization has to take a huge loss on one performance and try to make it up on another. “Hopefully, the ticket buyer has no idea,” Lawrence says with a laugh. “We just want them to come in and enjoy the show.” 쩾
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Elbow Grease Fifties wannabes work it out at a Lyric Theatre casting call
n a recent Monday night, Williston Central School seems to have morphed into an all-ages remake of the movie Fame. The main hallway is a sea of leotards, capri pants, ponytails, STORY dance shoes. Long-legged girls pracMARGOT tice a dance routine; would-be HARRISON Brandos with slicked-back hair and tattoos work on singing falsetto. IMAGE Through a glass window, 15 teens JO SCOTT and adults in workout gear can be seen practicing a series of rock ’n’ roll dance moves that ends with a raunchy back-forward hip sway. In another room, thirtysomething women are trying out Long Guyland accents, growling, “If you want to hang around with the Pink Ladies, Sandy, ya gotta loosen up.” It’s the first night of Lyric Theatre’s open auditions for Grease, and these would-be hoofers and thespians are learning the meaning of “cattle call.” The auditions last a full four nights before callbacks — long enough to accommodate the approximately 110 community members who are patient and starstruck enough to fill out applications, wait in line to have pictures taken, and put themselves through a series of workshops to learn the material they’ll have to nail to be cast. Given that Grease only has 23 roles — counting the chorus — it’s no sure shot. Grease producer Al Myers has had bigger jobs — he’s auditioned 140 kids for seven Von Trapps in The Sound of Music; 100 for the 11 orphans in Annie. But promotions director Ann Grady Lang says the turn-out for Grease is impressive. “There’s a buzz — people all know the movie,” she explains. True enough. But if you go into your audition and imitate Olivia Newton-John’s diva-esque warbling at the end of “Summer Nights,” you could be in trouble. This is Broadway’s Grease, not Travolta’s. In the singing workshop, Lyric rehearsal pianist and jazz musician Tom Cleary works patiently with a group on the rousing ensemble number “We Go Together,” trying to make sure they don’t drop their final consonants or slur the changity-chang shoo-bops. “It’s actually wop bop a lu mop, not bop,” he notes pedantically. “I checked the original score.” Over in the dance workshop, the short but vigorous jive routine is taking the wind out of everybody but the teacher, Champlain Valley Union senior Emily Bickford, who’s forgotten her shoes. “My feet are killing me,” she sighs, but doesn’t balk when someone asks her, yet again, to demonstrate a cha-cha step. The workshops set the try-outs for a community production like Grease apart from professional auditions, where actors are expected to come with their own prepared songs and monologues. Lang says the purpose of
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these mini-classes in musical theater, staffed by volunteers, is to create an “even playing field” among the hopefuls. They also serve to weed out the timid or tepid — some people take a look at the material and the competition and leave, says Lang. Nonetheless, some folks are bold enough to take the plunge on Monday. In the school auditorium, where auditions take place in hourly shifts, a middle-aged woman with a number pinned to her blouse comes to the front of the stage and announces, “I’m the best person you’re gonna see tonight.” Cockiness isn’t a bad audition strategy, according to Myers, who says he advises actors to “let it all hang out. Don’t be lukewarm. Be hot or cold — otherwise it’s just flat, a piece of scenery.” Nobody wants to be forgettable when face to face with artistic director Syndi Zook, who sits in the center of the auditorium wearing a mauve Grease promotional jacket. A young woman with a boyish haircut, trying out for Rizzo, cracks up the observers as she sings “We Go Together” while
dragging on an invisible cigarette. A swaggering high-school attitude provides partial camouflage for soft or squeaky singing. Some hopefuls who were perfectly tuneful in the practice room suffer stage fright and can barely utter a note. Still, aficionados of the hilariously bad auditions featured on American Idol would be disappointed — most of the aspiring greasers and Pink Ladies manage to stay on key. By Wednesday night, the atmosphere inside the school has changed. The hallways and workshops are emptier, but one has a sense that some of the heavy hitters have arrived. Tonight’s auditioners cluster in groups, gossiping about mutual acquaintances and previous Lyric productions. The atmosphere is tense. When one woman brings the auditions to a halt by asking to run to the bathroom, an actor in the audience grumbles, “Is this a bit?” Perhaps he’s referring to a famous stunt pulled by the young Barbra Streisand, who got the director’s attention at a Broadway audition by doing a whole series of “bits,”
including chomping on an imaginary stick of gum. When everyone has sung, it’s time for readings from the script. The scene between romantic leads Danny and Sandy starts to feel interminable. Muchneeded comic relief arrives in the form of burly Lyric volunteer Bob Bolyard, who steps in to read the part of perky cheerleader Patty Simcox. The dance audition is done in groups, but everyone has a chance to trip over his or her feet directly in front of the judges. When the ordeal is over, the actors emerge hopped-up and sweating. “I could have done better,” says a sighing 23-year-old Greg Burroughs, who read for the part of nerdy Eugene. A veteran of other local productions, he says, “Auditions are a lot harder than the actual performance, because the audience isn’t there to critique you. They just want to have fun.” Indeed. And chances are that the audiences who come to hum along with “Greased Lightnin’” will never know how many frustrated hopes of doo-wop glory the Grease auditions leave in their wake. m
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TRY, TRY AGAIN Stressful as community-theater auditions are, they’re nothing compared to what professional actors undergo, according to Veronica Lopez. “Actors are amazing people. We’re superhuman,” says the Catalyst Theater director, who’s seen things from both sides of the footlights. When asked to describe their most harrowing audition, most actors have no trouble coming up with a story. “It was 10 years ago, the first time I auditioned for Lost Nation Theater,” says John Alexander, a veteran character actor [who will appear in All My Sons at Champlain College this fall]. “I had studied this monologue from one of the Henry s for days, and I had it cold. I got on stage, and one line in I went completely blank. I tried to stay cool, took a moment to compose myself, started again — and blanked on the third line.” Though director Kim Bent was exceedingly patient, Alexander says, the recalcitrant monologue refused to stay in his head, and “I finally told them it was not my day.” While some auditions succumb quickly to an actor’s attack of nerves, others drag on for hours or days…only to end in disappointment. Jeanne Rogow of the Middlebury Actors Workshop, remembers the chance of a lifetime. Years ago in San Francisco, she auditioned for Sam Shepard, who was premiering his play Fool for Love at the Magic Theater. The rangy movie star liked her monologue so much that he asked her to do it again — in an “East Texas accent.” “Not knowing East Texas from West Georgia, I did it,” says Rogow. When Shepard called Rogow down to the footlights for more direction, “my knees literally knocked,” she says. “I didn’t know that could happen.” An hour and a half later, she stumbled out, trailed by the envious stares of other actresses. But the part went to Kathy Baker, and Rogow learned from a friend that all the women at the second callback were blondes. “Shepard was starting his affair with Jessica Lange at the time,” she says philosophically. Blonde, brunette, short, tall, WASPy, “ethnic” — every actor comes up against the specter of typecasting. Lopez remembers her try-out for a respected theater company in Dallas, where she had already acted in many productions. The company’s new director liked Lopez’s monologue from Brecht’s The Jewish Wife, delivered in a Yiddish accent, but he really perked up when he glanced at her résumé and noticed her last name. “He said, ‘You’d be great for this part where we need a Mexican actress!’” Lopez recalls. “That’s when I left Texas for Vermont.” Kathryn Blume of Vermont Stage Company has had her share of encounters with directors and agents who were looking for a “type.” One despaired of casting her, calling her “an even quirkier version of Sarah Jessica Parker.” Other directors apologized for passing her over. At one callback for a hipper-thanthou Seattle production of Romeo and Juliet, the director suddenly asked Blume to switch from reading Juliet to Benvolio — a male part. “To my great dismay, it worked,” she says. “It was like Benvolio was this girl-cousin-buddy of Romeo’s who secretly had a crush on him.” The director called the next day to explain that his “concept” for the play required him to cast an Asian actress as Juliet, but he did offer Blume Benvolio. She passed. Sometimes the actor and the role just don’t mesh, culturally speaking. Rusty DeWees, best known for his quintessentially North Country “Logger,” recalls a New York try-out for a character who wore a yarmulke. “I didn’t know what that word was. Didn’t know how to pronounce it,” he says sheepishly, demonstrating. “The part just wasn’t for me.” There are plenty of audition horror stories about directors who fixate on everything but the actor’s acting. Rogow recalls a director who hated her shoes, and another one who asked her to “tone your eyes down.” But there are success stories, too, of unknowns who come in and outdo everyone’s expectations. Kathleen Keenan, codirector of Montpelier’s Lost Nation Theater, says that she cast Larry Lambeth as Bob Ewell in To Kill a Mockingbird because “He walked in off the street and scared the bejeezus out of us. We took a chance on him, and we ended up using him in five or six more roles.” “It’s about being seen. Face-time,” says Lopez, who used to know an actor who boasted on his resumé that he could “fit his whole fist in his mouth.” Such stunts garner attention, possibly even a callback. But when it comes right down to it, the successful actors are the ones who get around the director’s roadblocks and deliver the goods. 쩾
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The leaves are beginning to turn somewhere in Vermont, but here at Seven Days we’ve been turn-
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ing the pages of performing arts programs. A new season gives us plenty to look forward to, regardless of how things shake out at the polls in November. And whether or not the elections give us anything to celebrate, the arts always do. The previews you’ll find here are just a tiny sampling of 2004-05 performing arts events — we’ve included lists of other shows in every genre. Don’t let us hear you complaining there’s nothing to do! We did not include smaller music venues such as nightclubs and coffeehouses — they have their own section elsewhere in this paper. Also,
if anyone got left out, it’s because we didn’t get their schedules in time
for this issue. So keep an eye on the Seven Days calendar throughout the year… and enjoy the shows. CONTRIBUTORS: Kristen Eaton, Ruth Horowitz, Pamela Polston, Cathy Resmer, Paula Routly
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THEATER It seems that all the state’s a stage: The sheer number and variety of upcoming plays should keep all you drama queens, and kings, happy. Not surprisingly, some productions are in the never-say-die category, such as My Fair Lady and HMS Pinafore. Some are Broadway touring shows (The Full Monty), while others are strictly local (Lyric Theatre’s Grease). Dialogue takes a back seat in several dance-theater works coming our way: the Broadway national tour of Contact; 33 Fainting Spells’ witty, Chekhovinspired Our Little Sunbeam; Everett Dance Theatre’s Home Movies. And while the London-based Aquila Theater, Montpelier’s Lost Nation Theater and UVM Theatre take on Shakespeare (Twelfth Night, Macbeth and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, respectively), several Bard-adapted works are making the rounds: Weston Playhouse’s touring Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead; Northern Stage’s The Shrew Tamer (a world premiere!); and the ever-popular Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged). And speaking of complete, no season could go without funny stuff: Shows such as Late Nite Catechism — featuring nutty nuns like you never had in school — remind us that he who laughs, lasts.
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DEATH AND THE PLOUGHMAN
produced by Vermont Stage Company. March 23 - April 10, FlynnSpace, Burlington.
Sometimes it seems as though Shakespeare was the only one writing stage-worthy words during the Renaissance. In fact, Bohemian playwright extraordinaire Johannes Von Saaz wrote Death and the Ploughman — the story of a ploughman who demands answers from Death when his young wife dies — nearly two centuries before the first Hamlet troubled himself over whether “to be or not to be.” And while the Bard’s text leaves Hamlet talking to himself about death, Von Saaz actually includes Death him, her or itself as a character. Moreover, since SITI Company’s production boasts the credit of national premiere, we’re betting you haven’t heard the ploughman’s questions nearly so often as you’ve heard Hamlet’s. Despite the Grim Reaper’s presence, director Anne Bogart’s trademark style, steeped in bold physical choices and group improv techniques, should make this production’s twoday visit to Dartmouth a lively event. [K.E.]
Uncle Vanya’s not in Kansas, er, Russia anymore. The Vermont Stage Company’s Kathryn Blume and Jason Jacobs have adapted Chekhov’s tale and set it in a small town near you. The aptly named result is Vanya/Vermont. Its cast of characters includes farmers, artists and activists: in short, all those Green Mountain personalities we know and love. And the VSC’s artistic director himself, Mark Nash, is stepping in to play the title role. The production promises to address the urban/rural divide in our state; one wonders if those characters of urban origin will be portrayed as Burlingtonians or flatlanders. It’s said that Chekhov’s plays — generally considered dry and monotonous — get a bad rep; when understood, they’re comic genius. Perhaps Blume and Jacobs thought the same of Vermonters. [K.E.]
produced by SITI Company. September 28 & 29, Hopkins Center, Hanover.
H.G. WELLS’ THE INVISIBLE MAN performed by Aquila Theatre Company, presented by the Lane Series. April 12, McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester. H.G. Wells had it easy when he wrote the early sci-fi classic The Invisible Man: He didn’t have to worry about a special-effects budget. So, Wells blithely wrote on about a young scientist named Griffin who takes his experiments to the limit, eventually making himself totally invisible. Griffin appeared (or rather, didn’t) in the recent spin-off, League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, and the visuals were flawless. But today, making someone invisible on film is old news. Besides, this action flick neglected the finer points of Griffin’s story; a character who endows himself with spectral transparency is a golden opportunity to investigate how science — or one scientist — can go too far. London’s Aquila Theatre Company is taking a stab at this oft-told tale. We’re betting they’ll pull off some sleight-ofhand, juggling Wells’ plot points while illuminating his philosophical ones and rendering a real live actor convincingly invisible. [K.E.]
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PERFORMANCES at-a-glance theater Sept. 9-Oct. 17: The Complete History of America, Vermont Stage Company—FlynnSpace. Sept. 10: Of Mice and Men, On the Verge Theater—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. [Also, Sept. 24 & 25 at Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College.] Sept. 10: “Theater in the Round,” six 10-minute plays by locals—Burlington City Hall Auditorium. Sept. 11: The (sic) Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged)—Paramount Theatre. Sept. 17: An American Revolution, written by Jay Parini, performed by Bennington’s Oldcastle Theatre Company—Wright Theatre, Middlebury College. Sept. 17: As You Like It, Cambridge University American Stage Tour—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Sept. 26 & 27: The Gift of the Magi, Picket Fence Theater Company—Barre Opera House. [Also, Dec. 17-19.] Sept. 28 & 29: Death and the Ploughman (1401 German play), SITI Company—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. Sept. 29 - Oct. 10: Antigone, UVM Theatre—Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM. Sept. 30 - Oct. 17: The Tragedie of Macbeth, Lost Nation Theater—City Hall Arts Center, Montpelier. Oct. 5: The Accidental Activist, written & performed by Kathryn Blume, Vermont Stage Company—FlynnSpace. Oct. 5: The Full Monty, Broadway national tour—Flynn Mainstage. Oct. 7-9: I Remember Mama, Fairfax Community Theatre Company—Brick Meeting House, Westford Village. Oct. 7-24: The Shrew Tamer, Northern Stage—Briggs Opera House, White River Junction. Oct. 10: Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, touring production— Paramount Theatre. Oct. 14-16: Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead, Weston Playhouse. [Also, Oct. 23 at Chandler Music Hall; Oct. 29 at Flynn Mainstage.] Oct. 16 & 17: All My Sons, touring production—Paramount Theatre, Rutland. Oct. 23 & 24: The Leaf Peeping, Cider Sipping Revue, drag dinner theater, House of LeMay—St. John’s Club, Burlington. Oct. 29-30: An Edgar Allan Poe & Fiends Halloween, Lost Nation Theater—City Hall Arts Center, Montpelier. Nov. 4-21: Betrayal, Northern Stage—Briggs Opera House, White River Junction. Nov. 5-14: Once Upon a Mattress, Barre Players—Barre Opera House. Nov. 10-21: Rumors, UVM Theatre—Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM. Nov. 11-14: Grease, Lyric Theatre Company—Flynn Mainstage. Nov. 11-13: Nuts, Department of Performing Arts—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Nov. 11-13: The Melting Pot (1908 Jewish household vignettes)—Wright Theatre, Middlebury College.
Dec. 1-12: Quilters, Vermont Stage Company—FlynnSpace. Dec 4 & 5: The Toys Take Over Christmas, UVM Theatre—Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM. Dec. 10-12: A Christmas Carol (musical)—Northern Stage, Woodstock Town Hall Theater. Dec. 12: A Christmas Carol (musical), Nebraska Theater Caravan—Flynn Mainstage. Dec. 14 - Jan. 2: My Fair Lady, Northern Stage—Briggs Opera House, White River Junction. Jan. 20: An Experiment with an Air Pump, written by Shelagh Stephenson—Seeler Studio Theatre, Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Jan. 22: Late Nite Catechism (interactive comedy theater), offBroadway national tour—Flynn Mainstage. Jan. 27-29: Cul-de-Sac, one-man show w/Daniel MacIvor, produced by da da kamera—FlynnSpace. Jan. 28 & 29: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, touring production—Paramount Theatre. Jan. 30: Contact (musical entirely in dance), Broadway national tour—Flynn Mainstage. Feb. 3-20: Private Lives, Northern Stage—Briggs Opera House, White River Junction. Feb. 17: Home Movies, Everett Dance Theatre—FlynnSpace. Feb. 19: HMS Pinafore, Palace Theatre Players—Onion River Arts Council at Barre Opera House. March 2-13: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, UVM Theatre—Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM. March 3-5: Our Little Sunbeam, 33 Fainting Spells (dance theater)—FlynnSpace. March 3-20: The Diary of Anne Frank, Northern Stage—Briggs Opera House, White River Jct. March 5: HMS Pinafore, touring production—Paramount Theatre. March 13 & 14: Fiddler on the Roof, Broadway national tour— Flynn Mainstage. March 23 - April 10: Vanya/Vermont, Vermont Stage Company—FlynnSpace. March 31 & April 1: Twelfth Night, Aquila Theater—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. [Also, April 10, Lane Series at McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College.] March 31 - April 17: Little Shop of Horrors, Northern Stage— Briggs Opera House, White River Junction. April 12: H.G. Wells’ The Invisible Man, Aquila Theater—Lane Series at McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College. April 28-May 1: Cinderella, Lyric Theatre Company—Flynn Mainstage. May 8: Smokey Joe’s Café, touring production—Paramount Theatre. May 16-17: Vermont Stage Young Playwrights Festival, written by Vermont teens—Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM. May 18-29: The Drawer Boy, Vermont Stage Company— FlynnSpace.
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ANTIGONE produced by UVM Theatre. September 29 - October 2, October 7-10, Royall Tyler Theatre, Burlington. On the heels of war, Antigone is forced to choose: Follow the king’s edict and leave her dead brother to rot, or bury him and face capital punishment. Creon, king of Thebes, pleads with her to be compliant, follow orders and compromise her principles for the good of the state. Sophocles, Antigone’s original playwright, may be ancient history, but the play’s themes are still apropos. Jean Anouilh certainly thought so when, inspired by an act of resistance during the Nazi occupation of Paris, he wrote an adaptation of the Greek classic. Anouilh hit a little too close to home — the Nazis banned the play immediately. It didn’t premiere for another two years. Now Anouilh’s most performed work, Antigone is coming to UVM. Guest Director Mark Nash seems to agree that the play pertains to current events — he’s setting the show in the 21st century. [K.E.]
CUL-DE-SAC
(pictured on Section A cover) produced by da da kamera, performed by Daniel MacIvor. January 27-29, FlynnSpace, Burlington. You never know what’s going on down the street and behind closed doors, but Daniel MacIvor seems to. And he’s willing to tell us when his one-man show Cul-de-Sac visits Burlington from his native Toronto. MacIvor guides the audience through his neighborhood in pursuit of a mysterious and slightly melodious sound that emanates from… somewhere. Meanwhile, he introduces — and portrays — all the inhabitants, from 13-year-old aspiring author Madison Page Turner to the ornery retiree Bick Bickerson, notorious for chasing kids out of his front yard. MacIvor transforms his body, voice and accent with growing dexterity, bringing to life an entire cast of people. You might say he brings a whole new meaning to the question, “Will you be my neighbor?” [K.E.]
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pop/world music “The good news is, we’re in a place where the American public has discovered world music and they’re not getting tired of it,” says Margaret Lawrence, programming director for Dartmouth’s Hopkins Center. “Once you begin to get interested, it’s endless.” No kidding. And what’s not to like about presenters who bring the world to us in the form of Sufi oud masters, Balinese gamelan players, Portuguese fado phenoms, Brazilian guitarists, madcap Dutch jazz guys and spellbinding African gospel groups? Never mind “domestic goods” such as the legendary Dr. John, the melodious Maureen McGovern, the wackier-than-everyone Polygraph Lounge? Funny thing about the world getting smaller: There seem to be so many more options crammed into it. And musicians both here and abroad, in nearly every genre, have cross-pollinated like bees.
Audra McDonald & Her Trio presented by the Lane Series and Flynn Center. April 15, Flynn Mainstage, Burlington. Audra McDonald’s mantel must be getting very crowded: She’s won a lot of awards, and stacks of glowing reviews. It certainly ups the options when you’re both an extraordinary singer and an actress on television and Broadway. McDonald’s solo evening at Carnegie Hall in 2002 earned her gushing accolades. She’s taken home Tonys for musical-theater performances in Master Class, Carousel and Ragtime. Last fall she debuted a non-singing role in Henry IV opposite Ethan Hawke, and this spring earned a non-singing Tony playing Ruth Younger (wife to Sean “P.Diddy” Combs’ Walter) in A Raisin in the Sun. Oh, and McDonald is also mother to a 3-year-old. So it’s no wonder nabbing her for a concert in Burlington was a major coup. “We’ve been trying to get her for years, as has the Flynn,” says Lane Series Manager Natalie Neuert. “Finally we joined efforts to try and get her.” It surely helped that McDonald’s mom Anna works at the University of Vermont — she’s the vice president for human resources. And a built-in babysitter! Neuert calls McDonald “one of the great voices of our time, in every style. She could do opera, she does pop, jazz and American standards… and she’s a great actress,” adds Neuert. “That comes across in her singing style.” For her Flynn show next spring, McDonald will perform standards from the American songbook. But chances are no one will call it “standard” fare. [P.P.]
Tim O’Brien presented by the After Dark Music Series. October 23, Methodist Church, Middlebury; also with Chris Smither, presented by Onion River Arts Council. April 15, Barre Opera House. While some of us have spent the last 20 years trying to figure out what we want to be when we grow up, Tim O’Brien has taught himself to play a bunch of instruments really, really well. And he’s written so many songs — and reinterpreted so many standard folk, bluegrass and honky-tonk ones — that his signature in the Americana songbook is indelible. The Wall Street Journal called O’Brien a player who “updates and clarifies classic repertoire without stripping it of its earthly essence.” The player himself suggests more modestly that he likes to make something new out of something old. Dozens of other artists have appreciated, and benefited from, the latter: O’Brien has penned hits for such acts as The Dixie Chicks, Garth Brooks, Kathy Mattea and Nickel Creek, and has performed on recordings for The Chieftains, Jerry Douglas, Alison Brown, Guy Clark, Dwight Yoakam… you get the idea. The West Virginia native first won kudos as a founding member of the innovative bluegrass band Hot Rize — the group collectively earned the International Bluegrass Music Association’s first Entertainer of the Year award in 1990. On two of his solo recordings — The Crossing and the more recent Two Journeys — O’Brien navigates the deep waters between Celtic traditional music and its roots-conscious Appalachian cousins. And then there’s newgrass… [P.P.]
Kékélé January 13, Hopkins Center, Hanover. Considered the “Buena Vista Social Club of Africa,” the Congo’s Kékélé comprise musical luminaries from two generations and revitalize the golden era of African dance music from the 1960s. The sound was built around a Cuban clavé beat and reflected the optimism of emerging African nations. And, unlike the harder-driving, electrified soukous that followed it, rumba Congolaise relies on acoustic instruments, vivacious rhythms and shimmering, close-harmony vocals. “Delicious melodies, inspired and original arrangements, faultless and nonindulgent playing, scalp-tingling voices” — that’s what one reviewer said of last year’s Congo Life, a follow-up to Kékélé’s 2001 debut, Rumba Congo. Kékélé is the word for a ubiquitous vine that grows in the tropical forest and is often woven into ropes for bridges. That’s an apt metaphor for both the tensile strength of Kékélé’s sound and the power it has to transcend decades and styles of proud African music. Not insignificantly, the sound has also proved a sturdy bridge to eager fans of African music far outside the continent. [P.P.]
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PERFORMANCES at-a-glance Haale & Her Trio
jazz/pop music
October 13, Rollins Chapel, Dartmouth College, Hanover.
Sept. 11: James Harvey & Garuda (jazz)—FlynnSpace. Sept. 11: Soulive (funk/jazz)—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Sept. 12: G. Love & Special Sauce (blues/hip-hop)—Higher Ground at Flynn Mainstage. Sept. 18: Willem Breuker Kollektief (jazz/humor)—FlynnSpace. Sept. 18: ViV (pop-rock)—Base Lodge, Johnson State College. Sept. 25: Barre Tones Annual Concert (women’s barbershop)—Barre Opera House. Sept. 30: Wilco (alt-country)—Higher Ground at Memorial Auditorium. Oct. 3: Patricia Barber (jazz pianist)—Flynn Center at UVM Recital Hall. Oct. 4: Marble City Swing Band—Paramount Theatre. Oct. 6: Rufus Reid Quintet (jazz)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Oct. 6: Stephen Kiernan (classical guitar)—Paramount Theatre. Oct. 8: The Bad Plus (new jazz)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Oct. 10: Dr. John, Charlie Musselwhite, Shemekia Copeland (blues)—Flynn Mainstage. Oct. 10: Artie Shaw Orchestra (big-band jazz)—Chandler Music Hall. Oct. 16: Jazz Passengers & Creature From the Black Lagoon (music & film)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. [Also, Oct. 18 at Flynn Mainstage.] Oct. 16: What We Live (jazz/improv)—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Oct. 22: Cyrus Chestnut Trio (jazz)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Oct. 31: George Winston (jazz pianist)—Higher Ground Presents at Barre Opera House. Nov. 6: Random Association (pop a cappella)—Vergennes Opera House. Nov. 16: Polygraph Lounge (pop/humor)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. [Also Feb. 11 at FlynnSpace.] Nov. 18: Jethro Tull—APB at the Flynn Mainstage. Nov. 19: Luciano Souza Duo (Brazilian jazz)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Nov. 30: Ani DiFranco—APB at Flynn Mainstage Dec. 4: John Waite (British rock legend)—Paramount Theater. Dec. 12: Fred Anderson, Hamid Drake & William Parker Trio (jazz)—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Jan. 18: Rebirth of a Nation, DJ Spooky That Subliminal Kid (hip-hop DJ; video/audio)— Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Jan. 21: Robert Dick w/King Chubby (flute improv & ambient ensemble)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Jan. 28: Jack DeJohnette’s Latin Project (jazz)—Flynn Mainstage. [Also, Jan. 29 at Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College.] Feb. 25: String Trio of New York (violin, guitar, bass; jazz improv)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. March 5: Wayne Horvitz’s Joe Hill (contemporary folk/blues/hymns orchestral soundscape)— Flynn Mainstage. March 11: Roy Haynes’ Birds of a Feather (jazz; Charlie Parker tribute)—Flynn Mainstage. March 18: Maureen McGovern (jazz/pop standards)—Paramount Theatre. April 5: Bobby McFerrin (jazz/pop vocalist)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. April 8: Chico O’Farrill Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra—Flynn Mainstage. April 15: Audra McDonald & Her Trio (jazz/pop vocalist)—Lane/Flynn at Flynn Mainstage.
Anyone who thinks Iran belongs in the Axis of Evil should give a listen to Haale. Like Madonna and Cher, the singer relies on a single name — but she straddles two cultures. Haale was born in New York City to immigrant parents, but rather than succumb to the all-American aesthetic, the chador-free beauty keeps a firm hold on her roots. The result is an ecstatic cross-cultural soundscape, sung seductively in Farsi and English, that is both exotic and universally compelling. Though not specifically an activist artist, Haale’s transformations of Rumi poetry, as well as her own, into modern-mystical songs remind us that music is a world without borders. [P.P.]
Jazz Passengers & Creature From the Black Lagoon October 16, Hopkins Center, Hanover; also October 18, Flynn Mainstage, Burlington. Though their collective playing power is formidable, the Jazz Passengers can hardly be accused of being high-minded. High camp is more like it. After all, founding members saxophonist Roy Nathanson and trombonist Curtis Fowlkes met in the Big Apple Circus band, and toured with New York’s seminal Lounge Lizards. A few years back, the Passengers got in the driver’s seat, so to speak, of the 1954 horror classic Creature From the Black Lagoon; they wrote a new score — and dialogue — for about 20 minutes of the film, performed it to wildly enthusiastic response, then forgot about it. Until last year, when the Celebrate Brooklyn Festival commissioned the band to revisit the project. This time, they took on the whole movie. “Everyone gets 3D glasses,” explains Flynn Artistic Director Arnie Malina, who saw Creature last year. “What they have done is totally strip the film of sound; each musician becomes one of the characters, and they make up some lines in addition to the script.” The underwater footage of the monster is cool, and the ’50s female heroine is “blessedly dated,” according to Malina. But the best thing, he suggests, “is the original music by the Passengers.” Cult heroes, anyone? [P.P.]
folk/world music
Polygraph Lounge November 16, Hopkins Center, Hanover; also February 11, FlynnSpace, Burlington. You might subtitle Polygraph Lounge the revenge of the sidemen. Mark Stewart, a classically trained cellist, plays guitar in Paul Simon’s band, in Bang on a Can Allstars and in numerous Broadway orchestras. His Poly-partner Rob Schwimmer plays keyboards and theremin for loads of bands and has recorded music for TV and film. From their versatility as players for other people comes a musical sensibility that seems to embrace all of popular culture. When Stewart and Schwimmer get together to do their own thing, it turns out to be everybody’s thing… and hysterically funny. Only a long-cloistered monk would fail to get any of the pop references in the show these two New Yorkers have created. For instance, the 20-minute “song” on the theme of Moby-Dick, which spoofs more than a dozen classic rock and TV theme songs. The Who: “No one knows what it’s like to be the white whale/behind pink eyes.” Procol Harem: “A Whiter Shade of Whale.” The Isley Brothers: “You know it makes me wanna… spout!” And so on. Stewart and Schwimmer give new meaning to the word “multi-instrumentalist,” too — they make their own. Think a trombone-didgeridoo made from plastic plumbing pipes, or a rubber-glove thingie that makes a rude farting sound. No wonder people call Polygraph Lounge the Spike Jones of the 21st century. “We’re very serious about being completely ridiculous,” Stewart told The New York Times in 2002. “Once you’re ridiculous, you can pretty much do anything.” [P.P.]
Sept. 12: Andy M. Stewart & Gerry O’Beirne (Celtic)—After Dark Music Series, Middlebury. Sept. 18: Jeh Kulu African Dance & Drumming—Vergennes Opera House. Sept. 22: Sacred Music, Sacred Dance for World Healing w/Tibet’s Drepung Loseling Monastery Monks—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Sept. 23: Richie Havens (folk legend)—Higher Ground at Barre Opera House. Sept. 24 & 25: Natalie MacMaster (Cape Breton fiddler)—Chandler Music Hall. Sept. 28: Wood’s Tea Company (traditional)—Paramount Theatre. Sept. 24: Mamadou Diabate (West African)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Sept. 25: Warsaw Village Band (Polish folk)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Oct. 2: Patti Casey & Bluegrass Gospel Project—Vergennes Opera House. Oct. 13: Haale & Her Trio (Persian/American)—Rollins Chapel, Dartmouth College. Oct. 16: 5th annual Fiddlers’ Contest—Vergennes Opera House. Oct. 16: La Volée d’Castors (French-Canadian folk)—Chandler Music Hall. Oct. 23: Tom Chapin (folk)—Paramount Theatre. Oct. 23: Tim O’Brien (bluegrass/Americana)—After Dark Music Series, Methodist Church, Middlebury. Oct. 23: Mark Shelton & Lori Jo Gardner (old-time gospel)—Barre Opera House. Nov. 6: Patty Larkin (folk-pop)—After Dark Music Series, Middlebury. Nov. 13: Social Band (a cappella)—Vergennes Opera House. Nov. 18: Greg Brown (new folk)—Vergennes Opera House. Nov. 19: Del McCoury Band (bluegrass)—Flynn Mainstage. Dec. 5: Christine Lavin (new folk; Christmas)—After Dark Music Series, Middlebury. Dec. 11: Tim Jennings & Leanne Ponder (Celtic)—Vergennes Opera House. Dec. 26: Pete & Karen Sutherland (Christmas folk)—Vergennes Opera House. Jan. 8: Chris Smither (new folk)—After Dark Music Series, Middlebury. Jan. 13: Kékélé (Congolese musicians and vocalists)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Jan. 21: Scottish Highland Evening w/Iain MacHarg & Friends—Chandler Music Hall. Feb. 5: Eileen Ivers & Immigrant Soul (Irish)—Onion River Arts Council at Barre Opera House. Feb. 5: Stacey Earle & Mark Stuart (Americana)—After Dark Music Series, Middlebury. Feb. 5: Buckwheat Zydeco (Mardi Gras fest)—Paramount Theatre. Feb. 8: Soweto Gospel Choir (South African)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Feb. 18: John Gorka (new folk)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. [Also, March 6, After Dark Music Series, Middlebury.] March 17: Martin Hayes & Dennis Cahill w/John Williams & Aine Meenaghan (Irish)— Lane/Flynn at Flynn Mainstage,. March 18: François Clemmons (Irish songs)—Mead Chapel, Middlebury College. April 2: Mariza (fado, Portugal)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. April 8: Music from China (traditional folk instruments)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. April 9: Ferintosh (Celtic trio)—Chandler Music Hall. April 10: Çudamani (Balinese gamelan/music & dance)—Flynn Mainstage. [Also, April 12 at Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College.] April 15: Tim O’Brien & Chris Smither (Americana/new folk)—Onion River Arts Council at Barre Opera House. April 23: Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem (folk/roots)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. April 29: Dmitri Pokrovsky Ensemble (Russian folk & dance)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. May 6: R. Carlos Nakai & Keola Beamer (cedar flute & slack key guitar; Native American)— Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. May 20: Arlo Guthrie (folk legend)—Chandler Music Hall.
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DANCE Paul Taylor led American dance in a new direction when he switched from swimming to choreography in the ’50s. Now his company is 50; it looks downright established amongst the daring and diverse dance offerings bound for Vermont this season. Sure, there’s a rousing Russian Romeo and Juliet at the Flynn and a ballet version of Dracula at Rutland’s Paramount Theatre. The Broadway musical Contact is told entirely through dance. But Vermont presenters are more inclined to book dance companies from exotic places like Bahia, India and Bali. This year, all of them could be upstaged by the Whirling Dervishes of Damascus. Even the U.S. companies tend to be “diverse”: Garth Fagan’s dances draw from an Afro-Caribbean movement vocabulary. Alonzo King’s new piece, Before the Blues, explores the “near-extinct” music of America’s Old South. Mr. Bojangles sure would be blown away watching Tony Award-winning Savion Glover cutting the rug in his new show, Improvography. And if you haven’t seen Tap Dogs Rebooted — a masculine display of tap-dancing dudes equipped with power tools — the Paramount has retrieved it for two nights in September. Hardware holds it all together for Project Bandaloop — a group of dancing daredevils that combines climbing and choreography. The troupe seeks out sheer cliffs, sides of buildings and other vertical staging grounds to present their precarious performances. What better way to call attention to the newly constructed library at Middlebury College than to create a scene on the side of it? Movers who dispel preconceived notions of dance always make an impression. Liz Lerman proved that older folks can still get around. Bill T. Jones cast heavy-set types in his troupe. But when they’re wheelchair bound, dancers have the potential to alter attitudes forever. AXIS Dance Company challenges able-bodied assumptions by pairing disabled and non-disabled movers in works of “physically integrated dance.” They’re not the only ones out there exploring this realm. In Sketchy: A Dance Reality Show, solo artist Bill Shannon puts his crutch to creative use. However you thought dance should look, this season invites you to think again.
Project Bandaloop October 1 & 2, Courtyard, Hopkins Center, Hanover; also, October 8, 9, 10 & 12, library façade, Middlebury College. Master classes, an aerial dance workshop, a film screening and a mini-residency are part of this weeklong visit. Ballet on belay? That’s the simplest way to describe Project Bandaloop and its unique brand of upside-down dance. But founder Amelia Rudolph had higher aspirations when she combined her two passions — climbing and choreography — into a unique aerial art form. The work draws attention to the natural and built environment. Try ignoring a 3000-foot cliff — or the fresh façade of the new Middlebury College Library — when seven suspended bodies are moving synchronously beside it. But you can also “just enjoy the soaring and floating and the alternate relationship with gravity that we express through the vertical choreography,” as Rudolph suggested last year to a reporter at the Washington Post. Her Oakland-based company, which includes two riggers, a videographer and a composer-musician, was performing at the Kennedy Center and Wolftrap at the time. They’ve also spent lots of time hanging out at Yosemite. Literally. It’s not that much of a stretch to imagine yonder rock jock chucking the chalk to strike a perfect, floating arabesque. Bouldering types will find plenty of new challenges during Bandaloop’s weeklong residency at Middlebury. The company also plans to spend two days at the Hop — specifically, on the exterior back wall of the Moore Theater. Equal parts extreme sport, circus act and outdoor activism, this daredevil dance act, silhouetted against an October sky, is sure to rope you in. [P.R.]
Savion Glover May 3, Flynn Mainstage, Burlington. Before he died, the late, great Gregory Hines passed the torch on to a younger, hipper hoofer he knew would take tap dancing to the next step…ball-change. “There’s Savion Glover,” Hines said, “and then there are the rest of us.” But what 28-year-old Glover does on stage doesn’t really look like a traditional dance routine — more like a jamming musician whose body is his instrument. He forgoes the slavish, crowd-pleasing attitude of erstwhile entertainers to exude a distinctive, dread-locked cool. His feet beats are fast and furious one second, sliding and sultry the next. “He manipulates his feet so it looks as if they have more movable joints than they actually do,” a reporter from USA Today observed. “The movement is so beautifully organic, the steps so unpredictable, it appears to be completely improvised.” Glover’s new show — Improvography — makes that staged spontaneity official. It kicks off with an hourlong Savion solo that sounds like a pared-down Bring in ’da Noise, Bring in ’da Funk, the Broadway show that earned him a Tony in 1996. Glover puts himself in historical context by conjuring old hoofers such as Buster Brown and Jimmy Slyde. George Wolfe, producer of ’da Noise, observed, “Savion is a living repository of rhythm. These old black tap dancers passed that information on to Savion, and it landed in his feet and his being and his soul.” [P.R.]
Andre Gingras’ THE SWEET FLESH ROOM March 29 & 30, Hopkins Center, Hanover.
Ensemble Al-Kindi & The Whirling Dervishes of Damascus November 10, Rollins Chapel, Dartmouth College, Hanover; also presented by the Flynn/UVM, November 13, UVM Recital Hall, Burlington. Christians use the word “active” to describe regular church-going, a practice that involves sitting, listening, praying — maybe a little singing. When the spirit moves a Sufi, however, they start spinning. The age-old mystical branch of Islam uses music and dance to bring adherents closer to Allah. It involves twirling around your own axis while also being part of a larger circle — like planets around the sun — with increasing speed and trance-like intensity. Dervishes keep their distance from the next guy — yup, they’re all men, dressed in full, floorlength white dresses — and keep their arms in the spiritual conduit position:
Sept. 21 & 22: Tap Dogs Rebooted—Paramount Theatre. Sept. 24: AXIS Dance Company—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. [Also, Oct. 15 at Flynn Mainstage.] Oct. 1: Gajamukha, Dance Ballet of India (classical music and dance)—Flynn Mainstage. Oct. 1 & 2: Project Bandaloop (extreme dance)—Courtyard, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. [Also, in residence Oct. 4-12, performances Oct. 8-10 & 12 at Middlebury College.] Oct. 22: Balé Folclorico da Bahia (Afro-Brazilian)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. [Also, Oct. 26 at Flynn Mainstage.] Oct. 29: Dracula Ballet, choreography by Mark Roxey—Paramount Theatre. Nov. 10-12: Just Two Dancers, John Jasperse Company—FlynnSpace. Nov. 10: Whirling Dervishes of Damascus w/Sheikh Hamza Chakour & Ensemble Al-Kindi (Syrian Sufi music & movement)—Rollins Chapel, Dartmouth College. [Also, Nov. 13, Flynn/UVM at UVM Recital Hall.] Nov. 18: JSC Dance Club—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Dec. 3-4: Dancing Now, featuring Sarah Stranovsky ’04—Dance Theatre, Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Dec. 10: Passion, MOMIX—Flynn Mainstage. Dec. 10 & 11: The Nutcracker, Vermont Youth Ballet—Dibden Center, Johnson State College. Jan. 14 & 15: Before the Blues, Alonzo King’s Lines Ballet—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. Feb. 5: Garth Fagan Dance—Flynn Mainstage. March 29 & 30: The Sweet Flesh Room, André Gingras (multi-media/dance)—Warner Bentley Theater, Dartmouth College. April 6: Romeo & Juliet, St. Petersburg State Ballet Theatre—Flynn Mainstage. April 22-23: Dance Company of Middlebury, featuring Ellen Smith ’05 & The Cuba Project 2005—Dance Theatre, Middlebury College Center for the Arts. May 3: Savion Glover (tap)—Flynn Mainstage. May 18: Paul Taylor Dance Company—Flynn Mainstage. May 27: Sketchy: A Dance Reality Show, Bill Shannon—Rollins Chapel, Dartmouth College.
right palm up and extended skyward, left palm down turned toward the earth. Oh, one more thing: It appears that “spotting” to ward off dizziness is not allowed. Divine intervention is the only way to explain how these Damascus devotees keep from falling down. The visual effect is awesome. And the mesmerizing tunes — on quanoun, ney, oud and riqq — are perfect accompaniment. For years, Sufis safeguarded Middle Eastern music that opposing Orthodox interests considered blasphemous. The dervishes see art as a religious assist. In performances at the UVM Recital Hall and the Hopkins Center, they share their prayer. [P.R.]
A leap to exuberant music may be a pleasing visual. But the addition of video and text can lend a dance performance, well, gravitas. By engaging all the senses, an artist can facilitate powerful associations that affect the audience consciously and unconsciously. As in The Sweet Flesh Room, when an interview with a killer coincides with a video clip of an underwater nude dancer. Slo-mo. No, this is not Swan Lake. Dutch choreographer Andre Gingras explores the world of criminal psychology and “how we relate to the disturbed and monstrous.” In Hanover, where two professors were brutally murdered in 2001, it’s bound to make an impression. Gingras collaborated with a sound designer and video artist to make this challenging new work. “I’ve never seen a piece where each artist is so strong,” says Hopkins Center Programming Director Margaret Lawrence, who caught the show last year in The Hague. But if the images behind the dancers “just blow you away,” as Lawrence promises, three male movers command the foreground with daring athleticism. Brazilian martial-arts practitioner Bruno Caverna coached the trio. Expect this work to pack a powerful punch. [P.R.]
AXIS Dance Company September 24, Hopkins Center, Hanover; also, October 15, Flynn Mainstage, Burlington. Dance has come a long way since choreographer George Balanchine decided that ballerinas should be long-legged and rail-thin. Some of the movers in AXIS Dance Company are paralyzed from the waist down. One guy has a prosthetic foot. Under the artistic direction of Judith Smith, the San Francisco-based company puts disabled and full-functioning dancers on stage together to make a statement about the universality of expression — and, to some degree, our preconceived notions about “concert-quality” dance. The result is not just feel-good; it looks good. The nine-member company has developed a unique movement vocabulary that embraces the dramatic potential of its props. One critic found a wheelchair exit “as exhilarating as a ballerina leaping into the wings.” Another described “Four dancers in electric wheelchairs created moments of suspense, coming dangerously close to each other as they skillfully zoomed in and out of formations.” With poignant pairings — in one duet, two women trade places on a wheelchair — AXIS appears to have redefined the pas de deux. “AXIS showed me what dance could be,” said Bill T. Jones, one of several big-name choreographers who’ve jumped at the chance to make dances for the company. The Flynn put together a six-site regional tour to lure the company east. Dartmouth’s Hopkins Center promptly signed on. Even on the business side, AXIS inspires a team effort. [P.R.]
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classical music It’s a big year for anniversaries on Vermont’s classical-music front. The University of Vermont’s Lane Series fêtes its 50th with four feasts, including a $100-a-plate dinner at Englesby House prepared by UVM’s Daniel Fogel and Marc vanderHeyden of St. Mike’s — which celebrates its own centennial this year. The Lane’s biggest birthday concert features superstar-pianist Peter Serkin. Other classical highlights on this year’s Lane schedule: a first-time appearance by the all-female Cavani String Quartet and return engagements of popular Baroque ensemble Red Priest; Bosnian pianist Pedja Muzijevic, who accompanied Baryshnikov at the Flynn last year; and series fave Frederic Chiu. Composer David Ludwig gets a lot of play this year. The VSO marks its 70th season by premiering a pair of his pieces. He contributes compositions to a Vermont Youth Orchestra program that also features works by Vermonters Troy Peters, Ernie Stires, David Gunn and Trey Anastasio. Another Ludwig work is on tap with the Vermont Contemporary Music Ensemble, which premieres pieces this year by Michael Hopkins, Thomas Read and Laura Koplewitz. Other Vermonters with works being performed this year: Northfield avantgarde composer Dennis Bathory-Kitsz and Jorge Martin of Vergennes; New York mezzo-soprano Jessica Grigg sings Martin’s “A Cuban in Vermont” at Middlebury. Vermont is also home to scores of world-class classical performers. Capital City Concerts concentrates on those folks. The Montpelier-based series marks its fifth year by co-producing concerts with Randolph’s Chandler Music Hall. That’s the home of soprano Marjorie Drysdale, who presents a retrospective concert of opera solos and duets. Last year, Capital City brought the Paris Piano Trio to town. The threesome returns this year in the Vermont Mozart Festival’s Winter Series, which brings a quartet of concerts to the Elley-Long Center. Anticipate the usual classy classics from this outfit, but don’t expect to hear any Amadeus: This season’s Mozart fest focuses on Haydn, Beethoven and Bach.
Kirill Gerstein November 17, Concert Hall, Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Russian pianist Kirill Gerstein conquered the International Bach Competition when he was 11. Then he detoured to jazz, becoming the youngest student ever — at 14 — to attend Boston’s Berklee School of Music. Vibraphone master Gary Burton had high hopes for the prodigy, but Gerstein had other ideas, and the
Trio Mediaeval November 5, UVM Recital Hall, Burlington. To early-music enthusiasts, Anonymous 4 was the best thing to happen to female vocals since Hildegard Von Bingen. When the ensemble disbanded last year, a cappella aficionados felt as stranded as Phish fans this summer. That’s just one reason to applaud the inclusion on the Lane Series’ 50thanniversary schedule of Trio Mediaeval — Scandinavian sopranos who are quickly filling the Anonymous niche. But there’s more. Trio Mediaeval’s Billboard-charting ECM recordings Words of the Angel and Soir, Dit-elle have been called “riveting” and “transcendental.” Their renderings of medieval music from France, England and Norway and contemporary originals have been hailed as “extraordinary” and “breathtaking.” Last year at the Hopkins Center, they awed audiences with their crystalline voices and perfect intonation. Compared to Anonymous 4’s repertoire, which tended towards the esoteric, Trio Mediaeval’s is relatively accessible, notes Lane Series Director Jane Ambrose. Their UVM concert, which coincides with a conference of the Northeast Association for 18th-Century Studies, will consist of 14th-century English motets and Norwegian songs and ballads — a program Ambrose suggests “doesn’t need any explanation.” Nor does its appeal. [R.H.]
The Oriana Singers & The Vermont Mozart Festival Orchestra December 16, Stowe Community Church; also, December 17, Elley-Long Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester.
classical music firmament is that much brighter as a result. Now 25, Gerstein has won the Arthur Rubenstein Competition and the Gilmore Young Artist Award. He’s been wowing audiences in Europe and the United States, has landed gigs with Joshua Bell and Charles Dutoit’s Royal Philharmonic, and is creating a buzz among his musical peers. “He’s just an awfully good pianist,” attests Middlebury College’s Paul Nelson. What attracted him to Gerstein? Nelson cites the “freshness” and “newness” of the pianist’s interpretations — a dividend from that jazz digression? — plus his “remarkable technical skills.” Keyboard connoisseurs can decide for themselves at a program of quintessential piano pieces by Beethoven, Schubert and Rachmaninov — himself a prodigious pianist. [R.H.]
Schubertiade October 17, Chandler Music Hall, Randolph. Franz Schubert didn’t have an enormous following during his lifetime, but the fans he did attract were ardent. Seated at the piano, surrounded by adoring friends, he served up romantic aural banquets. This sort of soirée, called a “Schubertiade,” remains a crowd-pleasing classical tradition. At this year’s Chandler Music Hall Schubertiade, master pianist Elaine Greenfield is joined by four other outstanding Vermont performers. Karen Kevra, a nationally recognized flutist and director of Capital City Concerts, co-produced the event. She’s featured on “Trockne Blumen,” Variations for Flute and Piano. On “Shepherd on the Rock” Greenfield is joined by soprano Jill Hallett Levis and clarinetist Steven Klimowski. Cellist Dieuwke Davydov executes the acrobatic “Arpeggione” Sonata for cello and piano. And Greenfield takes the spotlight with the Impromptu, Op. 90 no. 2 in E-flat for solo piano. Schubert was a master of song. The Chandler Schubertiade gives fans of Franz something to sing about. [R.H.]
“Christmas programs are always both the bane of, and the absolute joy of, choral conductors,” says William Metcalfe of the Oriana Singers. There’s “so much truly glorious music, so many people with their own particular favorites, so much competition,” so many “Silver Bells” ringing through the media and the malls. Is it better to stick with traditional fare — and add to the overload — or to try something different and risk losing listeners longing for the familiar? The Mozart Festival usually opts for both — capturing the season’s hopeful spirit with, say, Mozart’s Mass in C-Minor, while throwing in more obvious carols or Christmas motets. That holds true this December. Haydn’s “Mass in Time of War” sounds like a downer, and Metcalfe admits current events played into its inclusion. But the piece — originally performed in Vienna in 1796 on St. Stephen’s Day (December 26), when Napoleon threatened Austria — is upbeat and melodious, says Metcalfe. Likewise, Beethoven’s macabre-sounding “Elegiac Song” may seem inappropriate, but it’s very short, Metcalfe says, and “exquisite.” These unexpected numbers are balanced by Bach’s “Magnificat,” a choral Christmas standard. Metcalfe hopes to strike just the right Nöel note. “Both the Haydn and the Bach have the effect of exuberance and ebullient joy,” he suggests, “and the Beethoven is so lovely that it will provide a moment of reflection and rest.” [R.H.]
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classical music Sept. 10: Borromeo String Quartet with Karen Kevra (flute)—Capital City Concerts, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Burlington [Also, Sept. 11 at Montpelier Unitarian Church]. Sept. 18: Vermont Youth Philharmonic w/Ruotao Mao & Meng-Chun Chi—Elley-Long Music Center. Sept. 18: Emerson String Quartet—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Sept. 19: VCME house concert—Orr residence, Waterbury. (Reservations by Sept. 13.) Sept. 22: Peter Serkin, pianist—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Sept. 23: Vermont Symphony Orchestra “Made in Vermont” Concert— Castleton State College Fine Arts Center. [Also, Sept. 24 at Dibden Auditorium, Johnson State College; Sept. 25 at Alexander Twilight Theatre, Lyndon State College; Sept. 26 at Haskell Opera House; Oct. 1 at Middlebury College Center for the Arts; Oct. 2 at Harwood Union High School, Duxbury; Oct. 3 at Vergennes Opera House]. Sept. 24: Choir of Trinity College, Melbourne, Australia—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Sept. 26: Vermont Youth Orchestra w/Trey Anastasio—Flynn Mainstage. Oct. 1: Shanghai String Quartet—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Oct. 1: Vermont Contemporary Music Ensemble—St. Michael’s College. [Also, Oct. 2 at Unitarian Church, Montpelier.] Oct. 1: Mendelssohn String Quartet w/Rosemary Harris—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Oct. 2: Concertante—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Oct. 10: Vermont Philharmonic Fall Concert—Barre Opera House. Oct. 12: Killington Music Festival (classical)—Paramount Theatre.
Vermont Symphony Orchestra October 23, Flynn Mainstage, Burlington. “I’m suffering from a bit of postpartum… The concerto is finished,” posts David Ludwig on his blog. The 31year-old is composer-in-residence for the Vermont Symphony Orchestra. His journal lives on the website of the VSO, who will premiere the piece he’s discussing at the Flynn, with cellist Margo Tatgenhorst Drakos. The residency aims to “put a face to the name of the composer,” Ludwig explains from his home in Philadelphia. Being “in residence” doesn’t mean he lives here. He’s still teaching at the Curtis Institute and earning a PhD at UPenn. Oh, and then there are those other residencies, in Boston, Oneonta, New York and Marlboro. “I’m promiscuous,” Ludwig confesses. But he has a special Vermont connection; his grandfather, Rudolph Serkin, founded the Marlboro Music Festival. Ludwig’s VSO commissions include a choral setting of Galway Kinnell’s poem “The Choir,” and that new 23-minute concerto, which was inspired by the myth of Orpheus. “The pleading, dramatic, expressive cello” conveys “loss and turning back and sacrifice” — themes that feel sadly appropriate these days, Ludwig suggests. Hearing a piece for the first time often tempts revision — but he tries to keep the urge under control. “It is a little bit like having kids,” he suggests. “At a certain point you have to let go.” [R.H.]
Oct. 15: Paul Galbraith (classical guitar)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Oct. 16: Allison Cerutti Piano Recital (w/pianist Sylvia Parker & flutist Karen Kevra)—Barre Opera House. Oct. 17: Schubertiade (Vermont performers play Schubert) —Chandler Music Hall. Oct. 20: Cavani String Quartet—Lane Series, St. Michael’s College Recital Hall. Oct. 21: Sergey & Vladimir Khachatryan (violin & piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Oct 22 & 23: “The Enchanted Opera House” w/Otter Creek Choral Society—Vergennes Opera House. Oct 23: Vermont Symphony Orchestra w/ Margo Tatgenhorst Drakos (cello)—Flynn Mainstage. Oct. 26: The English Concert—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Oct. 29: Vermont Mozart Festival Orchestra—Elley-Long Center. Oct. 29: Natalie Clein & Charles Owen (cello & piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Oct. 31: Anton Kuerti (piano)—Onion River Arts Council at Barre Opera House. Nov. 3: La Traviata, Stanislavsky Opera Company—Lane Series, Flynn Mainstage. Nov. 5: Trio Mediaeval (Scandinavian sopranos)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Nov. 12: Vermont Contemporary Music Ensemble—Unitarian Church, Montpelier. [Also, Nov. 14 at St. Michael’s College Recital Hall.] Nov. 13: Pieter Wispelwey & Dejan Lazic (cello & piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Nov. 13: Chiara String Quartet—Chandler Music Hall. Nov. 17: Pedja Muzijevic (piano)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Nov. 17: Kirill Gerstein (piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Nov. 20: “The Music of J.S. Bach,” soprano Hyunah Yu w/VSO strings members—Capital City Concerts; Montpelier Unitarian Church. Dec. 3: Lionheart, “Tydings Trew” (medieval Christmas/Gregorian chant)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Dec. 4: Nowell Sing We, Middlebury College Chamber Singers (medieval/modern Christmas program)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Dec. 4: “Opera, Opera and More Opera”—Vergennes Opera House. Dec. 4: Vermont Symphony Orchestra—Flynn Center Mainstage. Dec. 5: Vermont Philharmonic: Messiah—Barre Opera House. Dec. 10: Vermont Symphony Orchestra Chorus Holiday Pops—Barre Opera House. [Also Dec. 11 at the Flynn Center & Dec. 12 at the Paramount Theater]. Dec. 10: Henning Kraggerud & Helge Kjekshus (violin & piano)— Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Dec. 16: Oriana Singers & Vermont Mozart Festival Orchestra Christmas Concert—Stowe Community Church [Also, Dec. 17 at Elley-Long Center]. Dec. 17: Vermont Symphony Orchestra Special Holiday Concert— Warren Church. Dec. 18: Otter Creek Choral Society—Vergennes Opera House. Jan. 8: Richard Goode (piano)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Jan. 11: Richard Goode (piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Jan. 26: Vermont Symphony Orchestra Farmers’ Night Concert— Statehouse, Montpelier. Jan. 28: Orpheus Chamber Orchestra w/Jonathan Biss, piano—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Jan. 29: Vermont Symphony Orchestra—Flynn Mainstage. Feb. 4: Paris Piano Trio—Vermont Mozart Festival; Elley-Long Center. Feb. 11: Vassily Primakov (piano)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. Feb. 11: Vienna Piano Trio—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Feb. 18: Paul Lewis (piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. Feb. 26: Chamber Orchestra Kremlin—Chandler Music Hall. Feb. 27: Sally Pinkas, piano—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. [Also, May 31.] March 4: Red Priest (Baroque ensemble)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. March 4: Vermont Contemporary Music Ensemble— Unitarian Church, Montpelier. [Also, March 5 at St. Michael’s College.] March 11: Leipzig String Quartet—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. March 11: Steven Osborne (piano)—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. March 12: Vermont Symphony Orchestra conducted by Anthony Princiotti—Flynn Mainstage. March 29: The Barber of Seville, Teatro Lirico D’Europa—Lane Series, Flynn Center. April 2: “Water Music” (Michael Arnowitt, piano, and Marjorie Ryerson reading from her book)—Chandler Music Hall. April 8: Sharon Moe & Friends (French horn)—Vermont Mozart Festival; Elley-Long Center. April 8: Takács Quartet—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. April 9: Midori w/Robert McDonald (violin & piano)—Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. April 9: “Heavenly Music” (Harpist Anna Reinersman w/Vermont musicians)—Capital City Concerts; Montpelier Unitarian Church. April 15: The Musicians of the Old Post Road—Rollins Chapel, Dartmouth College. April 15: Vermont Symphony Orchestra w/Albert Brouwer (flute)— Paramount Theater. [Also April 16 at the Flynn Mainstage]. April 17: Seattle Baroque w/Ellen Hargis, soprano—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. April 23: Artemis Quartet—Middlebury College Center for the Arts. April 26: The Hilliard Ensemble (vocal chamber music)—Mead Chapel, Middlebury College. April 29: Sarasa w/Michael Chance, counter-tenor (chamber music)— Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. April 30: Vermont Contemporary Music Ensemble— Unitarian Church, Montpelier. [Also, May 1 at St. Michael’s College Recital Hall.] April 30: Vermont Symphony Orchestra Chorus—Elley-Long Center. April 30: Alan Gampel (piano)—Chandler Music Hall. May 6: Frederic Chiu (piano)—Lane Series, UVM Recital Hall. June 4: “A Life of Song,” Marjorie Drysdale & Friends (Randolph vocalist)—Chandler Music Hall.
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ECLECTIC The term “eclectic” is a woefully inadequate way to lump together acts that simply don’t fit any of the categories above. But we’re using it anyway. One subset jumps out of the mix this year: puppetry for grown-ups. Everybody knows and loves the zany Paul Zaloom, who returns this fall with the inspired satire Mighty Nice. But in the same camp are El Chochón’s hand-puppet reworking of the Romeo-andJuliet story; Erin Orr’s visually stunning Savage Nursery, and Dan Hurlin’s heartrending Hiroshima Maiden — at the Hop, Flynn or both. Oh, yeah, kids get their puppet fix, too: The Hop brings Dallas Children’s Theater’s wildly energetic Coyote Tales and Theater Terra’s Frog and His Friends. At the Paramount, the Mammoth Follies make ’em big — puppets, that is — and educational as well as entertaining. Actually, the Paramount has a whole series of kids’ programs — you can tell because they tend to be offered at 10 in the morning. But there’s plenty of funny stuff for the older set, such as stand-up comics Pat Cooper (Paramount) and John Leguizamo (Hopkins Center), and comedy troupes such as Second City (Barre Opera House) and the Capitol Steps (Paramount). And then there are the others that are in classes by themselves: NPR’s Ira Glass (Hop) and Terry Gross (Flynn); the multimedia genius Laurie Anderson (Hop); and Russell Simmons’ Def Poetry Jam (Flynn). Where to put the Chandler’s Mud Season Variety Show? How ’bout in your datebook?
Galumpha
Savage Nursery
December 3, Paramount Theatre, Rutland.
October 7, Hopkins Center, Hanover; also, October 29-30, FlynnSpace, Burlington.
After the hunter slayed the Jabberwock in Lewis Carroll’s poem “Jabberwocky,” “He left it dead, and with its head / He went galumphing back.” When Carroll coined the word “galumphing,” he meant it to refer to a bounding, triumphant movement. Today it also applies to the athletic contortions of Andy Horowitz, Greg O’Brien and Marlon Torres, who call themselves Galumpha. Horowitz and O’Brien founded the troupe in 2002, adopting the playful moniker to describe their energetic blend of acrobatics, physical comedy and inventive choreography. Their Binghamton, New York-based group has performed its “experiments in human architecture” on David Letterman, MTV, Showtime and A&E. Paramount box office manager Eric Mallette warns that this is not your normal dance performance. “We’re not dealing with little children in tutus here,” he advises. “It’s one large piece of eye candy.” [C.R.]
Puppet artist Erin Orr received funding for her work “Savage Nursery” from the Henson International Festival of Puppet Theater, created by Muppetman Jim Henson’s foundation. But there’s nothing childish about this adult fairytale. Orr’s eight-person ensemble employs bunraku, rod, hand and shadow puppetry in its wordless performance, in which a bird-woman raises her fledglings. One of her ravenous babes, tormented by his siblings, is flung from the nest, left to seek solace from the pack of feral children who gather nearby. The show is not recommended for the under-12 crowd. Savage Nursery is the second show in the Flynn’s 2004-05 four-part puppetry series, which includes El Chonchón’s Juan Romeo y Julieta María, Paul Zaloom’s Mighty Nice, and Dan Hurlin’s Hiroshima Maiden. (It’s also one of four puppetry shows at the Hopkins Center this season.) Flynn Artistic Director Arnie Malina looks forward to showcasing the underappreciated art form. “Puppetry is very provocative,” he suggests. “The relationship between the puppet and the person manipulating the puppet becomes fascinating — the way they work the puppet, they way they move with the puppet... it’s a pretty poetic experience.” [C.R.]
Comedy Pet Theatre February 27, Chandler Music Hall, Randolph. Lots of Las Vegas entertainers rely on exotic animals to wow the crowd, but not juggler Gregory Popovich. The 15-year Moscow Circus veteran, who emigrated to the U.S. in 1991, incorporates ordinary household pets into his act at Circus Circus in Vegas. He adopts all his performers from animal shelters, and works with each to refine its natural abilities. The show features housecats on high wires, doing flips or walking on their hind legs. Randolph organizers are planning an adopt-a-pet promotion with local humane societies to coincide with Popovich’s Vermont gig. His furry — or feathered — entourage includes 14 cats, 12 dogs, 10 doves and “6 to 7” mice. Maybe that depends on how hungry the cats are? Comedy Pet Theatre has appeared on David Letterman — doing not-so-stupid pet tricks. [C.R.]
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PERFORMANCES at-a-glance other/multimedia Oct. 2: Visible & Invisible Drawings, Ira Glass & Chris Ware— Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College. Oct. 7: Savage Nursery, Erin Orr (puppetry)—Warner Bentley Theater, Dartmouth College. [Also, Oct. 29-30 at FlynnSpace.] Oct. 12: Russell Simmon’s Def Poetry Jam—Flynn Mainstage. [Also, Oct. 19 at Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College.] Oct. 20-22: Juan Romeo y Julieta María, performed by El Chonchón (Argentinian puppetry)—FlynnSpace. [Also, Oct. 24 at Alumni Hall, Dartmouth College.] Oct. 22: Moscow State Circus on Ice—Flynn Mainstage. Oct. 22: Bob Marley (stand-up comedy)—Barre Opera House. Oct. 30: Cowboy Poet Waddie Mitchell—Vergennes Opera House. Nov. 4-5: Mighty Nice, performed by Paul Zaloom (puppetry)— FlynnSpace. Nov. 27: No Strings Marionette Company, Field of Faerie— Chandler Music Hall. Dec. 3: Galumpha w/Andy Horowitz, Greg O’Brien & Marlon Torres (comedy/acrobatics)—Paramount Theatre. Dec. 3: Frog & His Friends, Theater Terra (Dutch puppetry; family)—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. [Also, Dec. 5 at Flynn Mainstage.] Dec. 18: Snow Queen (dance puppetry; family)—Paramount Theatre.
Dec. 19: Best Christmas Pageant Ever (family)—Paramount Theatre. Jan. 7: Guess How Much I Love You/I Love My Little Storybook, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia (puppetry; family)—Flynn Mainstage. Jan. 7: John Leguizamo (spoken word/stand-up)—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. Jan. 14: Beauty, Laurie Anderson (multimedia)—Flynn Mainstage. Jan. 16: Nobodies of Comedy (five emerging stand-up comedians)—Paramount Theatre. Feb. 19: Pat Cooper (stand-up comedy)—Paramount Theatre. Feb. 27: Comedy Pet Theatre (comedy & juggling, rescued animals)—Chandler Music Hall. March 10: Coyote Tales, by Linda Daugherty, directed by Robin Flatt (puppets/dance; family)—Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. March 18: Second City (comedy troupe)—Onion River Arts Council at Barre Opera House. April 2: Hiroshima Maiden, performed by Dan Hurlin (puppetry)—Flynn Mainstage. April 8: NPR’s “Fresh Air” host Terry Gross—Flynn Mainstage. April 9: Martha Dana, The Puppet Lady (interactive; handmade puppets)—Chandler Music Hall. April 15 & 16: Mud Season Variety Show (local talent)— Chandler Music Hall. April 16: Capitol Steps (musical satirists)—Paramount Theatre.
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a user’s guide to vermont venues
1. Haskell Opera House 93 Caswell Avenue Derby Line, VT 05830 819-876-2020 www.Haskellopera.org The 370-seat theater opened on June 7, 1904, and the original interior, including a rare curtain, has been restored. The opera house straddles the U.S.-Canadian border. Half the audience sits in Vermont. Note: The Opera House is closed November 1 through the end of April, as well as on Sundays and Mondays.
2. Flynn Center for the Performing Arts 153 Main Street Burlington, VT 05401 863-5966 www.flynncenter.org Built in 1930 as a vaudeville movie house, the Flynn Center’s 1453-seat MainStage is a state-of-the-art facility with Art Deco details. The proscenium stage is used for concerts, large meetings and teleconferences. Additional adjoining spaces for receptions or breakouts are also available.
FlynnSpace The Flynn’s flexible, intimate “black-box” expands its art-presenting mission to include emerging and local artists. Depending on how it’s configured — cabaret-style or theater-in-the-round — the space can accommodate from 110 to 200-plus people for performances, lectures, private parties, public forums and meetings.
3. Memorial Auditorium 250 Main Street Burlington, VT 05401 864-6044 Whether it’s hosting basketball, wrestling or a Wilco concert, Burlington’s biggest concert venue is long on capacity, short on charm. The city has owned the building for years but doesn’t really know what to do with it. Its smaller spaces are put to good and regular use, though. Burlington City Arts oversees the art studios and teen music venue, 242 Main, on the lower level. A third-floor space above the lobby functions as a busy community dance studio.
4. UVM Recital Hall 460 South Prospect Street Burlington, VT 05401 656-4455 www.uvm.edu/laneseries The UVM Recital Hall is a modern, 300seat hall located on Redstone Campus. The intimate venue hosts chamber music, solo recitals and other small folk, jazz and classical events. Acoustically, it’s considered one of the finest rooms in the state.
5. Ira Allen Chapel Colchester Avenue & University Place Burlington, VT 05401 656-4455 www.uvm.edu/laneseries Ira Allen Chapel is a 900-seat hall located on the Main Campus of UVM. Named after the founder of the University and built in 1925 in the Colonial Revival style, it was designed in the form of a Latin cross. The Chapel was originally used for religious services — the sober seating is tough on the tush — but is now the site of concerts, lectures and convocations.
6. Elley-Long Music Center at St. Michael’s College 223 Ethan Allen Avenue Colchester, VT 05446 655-5030 www.vyo.org This broad brick building in historic Fort Ethan Allen was originally built in 1895 as a drill hall for the Third U.S. Cavalry. An award-winning retooling in 2001 turned it into a home for the Vermont Youth Orchestra Association. The ElleyLong is now a popular classical music venue, most notably for the winter series of The Vermont Mozart Festival. Seating 350 on padded, removal chairs, it offers great acoustics in a beautiful space with an exposed original wooden ceiling.
7. Hyde Park Opera House 85 Main Street Hyde Park, VT 05655 888-4507 www.lamoillecountyplayers.com Built in 1781 as the Town Hall for the Shire Town of Lamoille County, the opera house’s gallery, sloped floors, excellent sight lines and fine acoustics reveal that its builders had a broader purpose in mind. The 450-seat hall burned in 1910, but was rebuilt the following year. Today, it’s home to the Lamoille County Players.
15. Briggs Opera House 12 North Main Street White River Junction, VT 05001 296-7000 www.northernstage.org This 250-seat opera house was renovated in 1989 and features a thrust stage, which makes it ideal for plays, acoustic music and other intimate performances. Briggs is also home to Northern Stage, the largest theater company in the state.
8. Montpelier City Hall Arts Center 39 Main Street Montpelier, VT 05602 229-0492 www.central-vt.com/web/lnt/ Lost Nation Theater transformed a municipal space into this customized chamber theater. The thrust-style theater accommodates up to 150 patrons and no seat is more than 25 feet from the stage.
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9. Barre Opera House 6 North Main Street Barre, VT 05641 476-8188 www.barreoperahouse.org The Barre Opera House is Central Vermont’s premier performing arts facility. The 105-year-old hall hosts 70 to 100 events each year, from local theater to internationally renowned acts. It’s home to the “Celebration Series” curated by the Onion River Arts Council. Restored to its original 1899 appearance, the 645-seat auditorium maintains an intimate feel with incredible acoustics.
10. Chandler Music Hall 71-73 Main Street Randolph, VT 05060 728-9878 www.randolphvt.com/chandler/ Chandler Music Hall hosts a regional arts organization that presents a series of weekend performances, an arts-in-theschools program and several locally produced events. The 597-seat hall sees nearly 30 performances a year. Today, the Chandler Music Hall & Cultural Center is owned by the town of Randolph.
11. Vergennes Opera House 120 Main Street Vergennes, VT 05491 877-6737 www.vergennesoperahouse.org Built in 1897, the Vergennes Opera House served as the city center until 1974 when it was closed due to disrepair. It was reopened as a historical landmark in 1997 after major restorations. The 310-capacity hall has padded, removable seats, making it possible to accommodate a wide range of functions in an elegant ambience with superb acoustics. Its grand drape dates to 1897 and features a scene of an Otter Creek gristmill.
12. Middlebury College Center for the Arts Route 30 Middlebury, VT 05753 443-3169 This sprawling college cultural center is an architectural wonder that houses almost everything artsy on campus, from the museum to the music library, multiple dance studios and a state-of-the-art black-box theater. The concert hall is designed to give the impression of being inside an instrument. Sounds like it, too.
13. Middlebury Town Hall Theater Merchants Row & South Pleasant Street Middlebury, VT 05753 388-1436 www.townhalltheater.org This majestic, 600-seat theater was built in 1884 as the Middlebury Town Hall, but was later used for plays, concerts, dances, speeches and films. Its last incarnation was as a gathering place for the Knights of Columbus. Now in the midst of major renovation, the theater-in-progress accommodates 175 people — and one resident bat. The renovation will eventually restore the theater’s historic bell tower, weathervane and gorgeous stained-glass windows. It’s closed during the winter.
14. Paramount Theatre 30 Center Street Rutland, VT 05701 775-0570 www.paramountvt.org Opened in 1914, the Paramount, a.k.a. Playhouse Theatre, was once considered to be among the finest theaters in America. Over the years, the “Jewel of Downtown Rutland” hosted appearances by Will Rodgers, the Great Houdini and Groucho Marx, to name a few. Between the orchestra, balcony and six boxes that flank the proscenium stage, the Victorian-style opera house seats 850. A major restoration, completed in 2000, restored the theater to its former glory, complete with a rose tapestry, gold-leaf plaster ornamentation and a large oval ceiling painting.
6041 Lower Level Wilson Hall Hanover, NH 03755 603-646-2422 www.hop.dartmouth.edu The “Hop” gathers live performances, film, art and working studios under one roof. Its venues include Hopkins Center, a 900-seat concert hall that doubles as the largest movie screen in the Upper Valley. The Moore Theater is a 480-seat venue used primarily for dance and theater. The small, intimate Warner Bentley Theater seats 180 people, and is occasionally used for theater in the round. The Hopkins Center holds three film series each school term, including a version of the Telluride Film Festival in Colorado.
17. Lebanon Opera House 51 North Park Street Lebanon, NH 03766 603-448-0400 www.lebanonoperahouse.org Since its dedication in 1924, the Lebanon Opera House has served as a venue for vaudeville, movies, Broadway musicals, concerts, dance productions and community events. The historic, 800-seat opera house remains the only community-based theater of its size in west-central New Hampshire and a cultural focal point of the Upper Valley community.
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Just Say Yes A fan returns to the source of his obsession
f you’ve ever been brainwashed by the Moonies or the Hare Krishnas or any other cult, this tale will seem familiar. When you’ve been utterly obsessed with something, recovery means trainSTORY ing your brain to think about other KIRT things. My mania was rock ’n’ roll in ZIMMER general, but one band in particular. Yes controlled my mind. IMAGES Who would have thought that a MATTHEW bunch of English guys playing really THORSEN esoteric, complicated, psychedelic music could completely dominate every waking thought of a young man? Well, it happened. And as Jon Anderson explains in one of their songs, “It can happen to you, it can happen to me, it can happen to everyone eventually…” Well, it probably wouldn’t happen to most of you, but it did feel pretty infectious at the time. And since I surrounded myself with other Yes freaks, the possibility of taking over the world seemed plausible. This is a little embarrassing, so I’ll just begin by explaining that I was searching for something of greater meaning than the world had been able to offer thus far. A high school experiment with evangelic Christianity — complete with people speaking in tongues — didn’t quite take. By college, I was an “agnostic,” i.e., I didn’t know what the hell to believe in. And then it happened to me. The gospel cut through a fog of smoke, beer and shouting college students. Anderson’s angelic voice told me, “Love comes to you and then after… Dream on, on to the heart of the sunrise…” It might have been that mystical, poetic line or one of a thousand oth-
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ers that sealed the deal. Yes lyrics are loaded with spiritual and incredibly optimistic imagery. So when Anderson sang, “Dreamer easy in the chair that really fits you,” he was describing me and his band. Anderson became Jesus. Steve Howe was God. Rick Wakeman, Bill Bruford
We were such geeks. To pass the time, Suzanne and I would quiz each other on Yes minutiae. You mean you don’t know Rick’s favorite Russian composer? Poser! How can anyone not know Jon’s tea of choice? In fact, I found myself reading books that Anderson was known to
the Fair in Essex Junction. More than a decade after we broke up, my old flame was back in town. Should I stop by and say hello? Would she sound as sweet, or would it be a bitter reunion? Maybe I should leave well enough alone, and just savor the memories.
Who would have thought that a bunch of English guys playing really esoteric, complicated, psychedelic music could completely dominate every waking thought of a young man? and Chris Squire were the Apostles. Alan White, Geoff Downes and Trevor Horn were saints. Tony Kaye, although the band’s original keyboardist, never quite made the pantheon because he just seemed to lack the requisite talent and credibility. Trevor Rabin? Possibly the most controversial Yes member ever, he was occasionally a deity but usually Satan. After all, he admitted to writing a Yes song on the toilet. Talk about sacreligious! Life became one long road trip, as I attended 13 services, er, concerts. But how to meet these masters of music? My friend Suzanne, who gave me the first taste of this crazy KoolAid, started a fan magazine and that got us backstage. My first taste of media perks — sweet! drinking beers with Steve Howe, GOD HIMSELF! I had been to Mecca.
read. Herman Hesse and Carlos Castaneda were way over my head, but still I struggled to share my idol’s obvious deeper understanding. Suzanne went so far as to organize YesFest conventions — hardcore revivals for others with the fever. If I had the sniffles, she had full-blown malaria. It’s amazing that neither of us ended up with a Yes tattoo. Eventually, the obsession ended. I saw disappointing examples of the band members actually acting human. I graduated from college and was no longer surrounded by fellow Yes zombies. I started a family, which gave life much deeper meaning than rock ’n’ roll could offer. So it was intriguing to hear this summer that Yes would be playing at
A week before the show, the last temptation of Kirt could not be ignored. I got a ticket. I’ve seen Yes in Madison Square Garden, so the Champlain Valley Exposition initially seemed like a big fall from grace for my old heroes. I mean, what self-respecting band could play in between the pig races and some guy promising to guess your weight? At the fairgrounds, my fears were initially right on target. A scary-looking carnie holding a bubble gun stared at me intensely, no doubt mentally chopping me up. Another sketchy man offered to let me see tiger cubs for a fee. Charming. Tents full of grotesque knick-knacks teemed with surprisingly undiscerning consumers. Inside the concert venue, I learned that beer was not available for sale —
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generation discovering prog rock? Then the show began. Immediately, I was drawn into the flow. That’s when the yuppie in front of me popped up, sporting one of those $50 T-shirts, and held up his digital camera for shot after shot. Then he whipped out his cell phone to make a few calls and share the experience. This guy was so into his techie toys, I had to wonder if he was really experiencing anything or just saving it for later. Next to him was Drama Man. His much older Yes T-shirt had been signed by band members. He acted out every word of every song, like an opera singer high on Red Bull. Either he was so into the music he didn’t care about looking ridiculous (in which case I could see my own reflection a little bit), or he was desperate for attention. Finally I decided he was having fun, and that’s the important thing — even if he did keep smashing into people. On stage, Yes sounded as dynamic and awe-inspiring as ever in their first Vermont show. “It’s taken us 35 years to get here, but it was worth the trip!” Anderson enthused. Later, in the song “America,” he changed one line to “Burlington seems like a dream to me now.” Shamelessly pandering to the local audience is a must! Starting the show with “Going for the One” set the tone for a classic evening. “Sweet
Dreams” was one of a few songs from way back in the ’60s — now the band members themselves are approaching 60. After an acoustic version of “Long Distance Runaround,” Anderson explained the Caribbean roots of the song and how the band used to enjoy smoking a little weed for inspiration. “The only drugs we do these days are vitamins,” he quipped, to great laughter from the crowd. “And Viagra,” added Squire, to even more laughs. Yeah, rock ’n’ roll is getting older, but don’t we have a sense of humor about it? I used to fantasize about Yes doing a show without all the hits I’ve heard a million times. They should drop “Roundabout” for something totally obscure and out there, such as “Soundchaser.” Instead, they gave us a compromise. The requisite hits were still there, but so was an insane version of “South Side of the Sky.” A lengthy back-and-forth “duel” between Wakeman and Howe now counts among my greatest Yes moments ever. My eyes began to glaze over, like those of the fairground folks I’d seen mesmerized by a hypnotist before the show. And I liked it. Would my family mind if I quit my job to follow Yes around? “It’s amazing the power of your listening… it’s like we’re doing something together,” said Anderson, continuing with a lengthy rhapsody on the power of love. I’d heard this harmonicconvergence hippie-dippy stuff many times before, but I still enjoyed it. The lights of the Fair rides twinkled beyond the psychedelic stage, and the result was bewitching. At the end of the epic, very spiritual “Awaken,” Anderson crooned, “Like the time I ran away, turned around and you were standing close to me.” How true. I had left Yes, but they had never left me. We’re both 35 years old now, Yes and I. Old enough to be cynical but still willing to close our eyes and feel the magic. For me, the obsession is gone, but I think I know what Anderson means about love. “A clearer future — morning, evening, night with you…” Thanks for the memories, guys. 쩾
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CASEY REA G. Love & Special Sauce, Flynn Mainstage, Burlington, September 9, 8 p.m.
G.Whiz arrett Dutton, a.k.a. G. Love, has been delivering his brand of laidback, blues-infused jams for a decade. Bursting onto the scene in 1994, he became an instant favorite with college crowds hungry for his unique blend of hip-hop and white-boy blues. G. Love and his band Special Sauce still have the power to charm — their sold-out shows apparently thrill new generations of kids looking for a good time. Seven Days chatted with Dutton about life, love and Vermont in advance of the trio’s performance this week in Burlington. SEVEN DAYS: You’re a veteran of the touring lifestyle. How do you stay sane on the road? G. LOVE: Man, touring for me is, like, the zone, you know? I love touring ’cuz when I’m out on the road, I don’t have to worry about anything except playing music. On a typical day I’ll wake up, make a smoothie — the whole freezer is stocked with frozen berries and shit — hit the gym, maybe go in the pool. We’ll walk around town looking for good restaurants… We’re like the fine dining crew! Eating healthy is important on the road, for the amount of partying I do. Then we soundcheck, do the show, and after that it’s shenanigans ’til 4 o’clock in the morning! SD: Does it ever get tough to maintain “normal” human relationships when you travel around so much? GL: Oh yeah, definitely. I was in a six-year relationship with the mother of my child, and we had a terrible breakup last year. That’s the hardest thing about being a traveling musician. It’s hard on them being at home with you not there, it’s hard on you, ’cuz there’s a lot of temptation on the road, and there’s a lot of lonely times when you’re away from your wife or your girlfriend. It’s as old as apple pie with musicians, man. (Sings) “Who’s
makin’ love to your old lady when you’re out on the road?” I’ve always been a child of the blues, and now I can really relate to all that shit I’ve been singing about, ’cuz I went through it. It was a pretty hurtful breakup, and I’m happy to be moving on from it. I’m single, I’m on the road — I just want to have fun being a musician, and maybe even a rock star. SD: Many of the fans with you at the beginning are probably settling down into 9-to-5s and children. Do they still come out when you play, or is it a whole new batch of college-age kids at the shows? GL: It’s funny, ’cuz the fan base has
the-cuff that every show kind of takes its own path. We’ve been at this for a while, and everyone’s happy to be making music and making money! We’re better friends now than we were in the first half of our careers — things have settled and everyone’s in their groove. We all love each other, and it’s straight family, man. SD: You’re from Philly — what were you listening to growing up in the city? GL: I definitely listened to a bunch of crappy ’80s music when I was a kid, but when I was 13 or 14 I started getting into some pretty hip shit. Reggae, like Yellowman, then a lot of early hip-hop. A lot of the blues. That started when I was around 17. I was
just talk about shit I know. I don’t know anything about gang-banging (chuckles.) I do know a bit about picking up hos, but I don’t quite put it like that. SD: You met Jack Johnson while surfing in Malibu. How long have you been riding the waves? GL: I’ve been surfing since I was 8 — the same year I started playing guitar. I hit the Jersey shore, East Coast. I definitely can hang, you know? I mean, I don’t get towed into, like, 30foot pipelines or anything. When I’m on vacation, I always go looking for “exotic surf.” SD: As a “city boy,” how do you feel about Vermont?
We do so much of our music off-the-cuff that every show kind of takes its own path. grown exponentially since we started. It’s a lot wider, and the age range has gotten broader. We’ve always been lucky to catch the college kids every year, but I think it goes in cycles. Some people are long-time fans of bands, and some people go through phases with music and just like a band for a couple of years and then move on to new stuff. But we’re packin’ ’em in, and our fans have always been super-supportive. There’s still the jerks that just want to hear the hit, but as long as they’re at the show, it’s enough for me. SD: You’ve been making music with the same guys for a long time. How do you keep the sauce fresh? GL: We do so much of our music off-
heavy into Bob Dylan, and I had a harmonica, but I knew someone must be takin’ it further than Neil Young and Dylan. Then I heard this blues guy John Hammond and his style of playing was what I emulated all through high school. I was trying to develop an identity… maybe it was an identity crisis.
GL: I love Vermont. My manager graduated from UVM, and my highschool sweetheart went there. I have a lot of ties to Vermont, and I spent a lot of time up there. Burlington’s a bit of a bubble. You know, a certain kind of people live there… (laughs) people that love nature and, like, jam-bands and shit like that!
SD: You’ve described the music you make as “The hip-hop blues.” What does the term mean for you? GL: That’s just somethin’ I made up… I’m not trying to brag, but, you know, no one else really does it. I kinda cornered the market on it. I’m never gonna be Muddy Waters or KRS-One, but I’m no longer trying to emulate my influences. It’s me. I
SD: Would you ever consider moving here? GL: I don’t know if I’d wanna live there. I enjoy a big city like Philadelphia. I like to see a really wide variety of people every day — from the richest people to the poorest people, blackest people to the whitest people, straightest people to the gayest people. Just all, blam! — right up in your fucking face. m
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THE COMMISSIONER :: If you’re a Vermont jazz enthusiast,
James Harvey needs no introduction. In 30 years of musical exploration, he’s played with a wide variety of musicians, including fellow jazzers Cecil Taylor and Bobby McFerrin and the relative youngbloods DJ Logic & Phish. Recently, Harvey has been revisiting influences from his early days — classic funk and “second-wave” avant-garde jazz are jumping-off points. Saturday’s FlynnSpace performance marks Harvey’s second Flynn-commissioned work. This time around, he’s accompanied by his band Garuda, featuring special guest Nick Cassarino on guitar.
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IRISH SESSIONS, Radio Bean, 8 p.m. NC. PINE STREET JAZZ W/SUSAN SQUIER, Parima, 7 p.m. NC. TOP HAT KARAOKE, 135 Pearl, 9 p.m. NC. BLACK SEA QUARTET (Gypsy-jazz/ European folk), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. JAMES HARVEY & GARUDA (jazz), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by MEMBERS ONLY W/FATTIE B. (’80s DJ), 11 p.m. NC. ANDRIC SEVERANCE TRIO (jazz), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. REVISION, CERULEAN CITY (grooverock/jam-rock), Nectar’s, 10 p.m. NC. MC FORREST & SPECIAL GUESTS (hip-hop; CD release party), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. $5. DJ KWIK (hip-hop/r&b), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE W/DAVID HAMBLEN, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. THE ADMINISTRATOR (eclectic DJ), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. DJ A-DOG (hip-hop/lounge), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. DJ DEMUS (reggae/dancehall), Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 8 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.
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:: central BLUE FOX (blues-rock), Charlie O’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. ANYTHING GOES (variety show, open jam), Eclipse Theater, 9 p.m. NC.
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soundbites RETURN OF THE KINGS When Higher Ground closed the doors on its Winooski location last April, the community’s feeling of loss was coupled with hopes for its prompt and painless rebirth. Well, the wait is almost over; the new spot is shaping up to be an entertainment venue the likes of which Vermonters have never seen — at least not without leaving the state. The process of converting the old Merrill’s Cinema on Williston Road has begun and, as previously reported in this column, the gang is “aggressively shooting for an Oct. 31st show,” according to co-owner and booking chief Alex Crothers. During a recent on-site walk-through, Crothers revealed they might be starting off with a slightly lower-key event than expected. “There’s a lot of considerations — I don’t want to book anything with a really complicated stage show, and the sound has yet to be tested,” he explains. So how is the construction progressing? “The hard part for us is over,” Crothers says. “Believe it or not, it takes longer to get all of the permits than it does to build.” That said, converting a five-theater cinema to a sonically functional and aesthetically pleasing music venue involves some major construction. “We brought in 42 dump trucks of gravel to level the slanted floors,” Crothers describes. As you’ve no doubt noticed, movie theaters have graded slopes — not something typically found in nightclubs. While this might provide an interesting dimension to intoxicated patrons, it simply wasn’t practical. “We toyed with the idea of incorporating them into the design,” Crothers reveals, “but we found out the different rooms have different grades — one of them even sloped down, then went back up.” Since two of the larger theaters will be combined into one huge “ballroom,” the idea was dropped and the trucks rolled in. During my tour, I saw blueprints for the club and was impressed with the scope of the undertaking. The large room, which has an as-yet-undecided maximum capacity, could entice acts that have never been to Vermont. “There were bands that, by the time I got to them, had gotten too big for the old Higher Ground, but weren’t appropriate for the Flynn,” Crothers says. “And there are very few bands that come to the area that can sell enough tickets to make Memorial Auditorium worthwhile.” It also was frustrating to lose popular acts the Winooski club
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BY CASEY REA had developed. “Bands would just stop coming to Vermont,” he says. With a larger capacity, the problem is solved. Crothers hopes to keep the big room booked at least 12 nights a month. The smaller room will hold about 450. Both will have their own bars — in the case of the large room, two: a raised bar in the back and one in the heart of the action. The new facility, designed by Winooski architects Gardener & Kilcoyne, also boasts an upstairs with offices and spacious “green rooms.” VIP balconies look out over the stages, as well as the audience. There’s plenty of parking for the bands’ buses and big rigs, and warm beds are just yards away. “That’s where we put 95 percent of our artists,” Crothers says, pointing to the nearby Best Western Windjammer. All this must be incredibly expensive, right? When asked if he anticipates ticket prices will go up, Crothers calms any fears the thrifty concertgoer might have: “I don’t see any reason the prices would change — you’ll just get more bang for the buck.”
variety of disabilities — many of them a direct result of unexploded ordnance from the Vietnam War. Music therapy has proven effective in many ways, from building self-esteem and increasing physical coordination to stimulating neurological response in the brain. Semler, the organization’s Project Director, couldn’t be prouder of his work. “It’s so inspiring to watch blind secondary stu-
FAITH IN CHANGE You might think that George W. Bush can count on the support of “faith-based” organizations across the board. Well, Faithful America.org — a national coalition that “accepts the separation of Church and State, but not the separation of moral principals from politics” — has a different opinion of our Commander in Chief than many of its Lord-loving peers. The organization, in association with the Action Coalition for Media Education, recently released an anti-Bush CD featuring six original, politically charged tunes by Vermonter and ACME board member Rob Williams. The disc, entitled Burning Bush, couples Christian allegory with hilarious send-ups of the administration. Thirty-three percent of the money collected from download and CD sales goes to FaithfulAmerica.org, and another 33 percent to ACME’s programs for media education and democracy workshops. The remaining dollars will be re-invested in the “Burning Bush” initiative — dedicated to regime change at home. According to Williams, “It’s time for Americans to demand that politicians and large multinational corporations stop using Jesus as cover for shameless wealth and power grabs.” Amen!
ROCKIN’ IN THE NOT-SO-FREE WORLD Vermont guitarist/songwriter Derek Semler’s involvement in the Music Laos Project has brought him to the war-torn communist nation three times since 2003. The nonprofit group provides music therapy to Laotian citizens suffering from a
dents become able to play their instruments,” he says. “I’m sure there’s a Stevie Wonder and a Ray Charles in this group.” Semler’s heading back to Laos soon; on November 15, he begins a three- to six-month commitment. MLP was recently awarded $30,000 from the United Nations’ Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, based in Paris. The donation will help sustain its mission for the long term; Semler hopes to use the funds to build a new classroom and dormitory that will house a café and a live performance center. For more information, visit www.musiclaos.org.
A ROSE BY ANY OTHER NAME? Those of you who follow the debauched lifestyles of past-theirprime L.A. rockers will get a chance in person this Thursday at Club Metronome. Guns N’ Roses keyboardist Dizzy Reed wasn’t an original member of the notoriously fucked-up group, but he also hasn’t been kicked out in 14 years of babysitting Axl Rose. Perhaps frustrated with watching bandmates come and go while the passive-aggressive front-man labors on an album that may never come out, Reed has been moonlighting. His group Hollywood Bulldozer is a glorified cover band, playing everything from GNR to Rod Stewart. The act was originally conceived as a way to get free drinks in L.A. clubs. Ah, the true spirit of rock. This show’s a sure pick if you enjoy watching sweaty men in leather rock out. Maybe Axl will make a surprise appearance.
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SHANE HARDIMAN TRIO (jazz), Radio Bean, 6 p.m. NC, followed by COLOR COMPLEX, (lounge/jazz), 9 p.m. NC. TEDDY GOLDSTEIN (singer-songwriter), 135 Pearl, 8 p.m. $5, followed by QUEEN CITY ROCK (‘80s/electro DJ), 10 p.m. NC. BIG JOE BURRELL & FRIENDS (jazz/blues), Halvorson’s, 8 p.m. NC. ELLEN POWELL & FRIENDS (jazz), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. FATTIE B. & DJ A-DOG (live hip-hop), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. DJ MISA (dance-rock), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. DIZZY REED & HOLLYWOOD BULLDOZER (rock), Club Metronome, 9:30 p.m. $5. SPOOKIE DALY PRIDE (jam-rock), Nectar’s, 10 p.m. NC. LADIES’ NIGHT W/DJ ROBBIE J, ERUCK, DA CHAMP (hip-hop/r&b/ dancehall), Millennium Nightclub, 10 p.m. $3-7/NC. 18+ before 11 p.m. TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY (hip-hop/r&b DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. NC. C-LOW (hip-hop DJ), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DJ SELECTAH MESZENJAH (reggae/dancehall), JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. AQUA NET (rock DJ), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. THE CUSH (alt-rock), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC.
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:: champlain valley LIVE JAZZ, Two Brothers Tavern, 9 p.m. NC.
:: central MAD MOUNTAIN SCRAMBLERS (bluegrass), Starlight Lounge, 10 p.m. $5. BILL SIMS JR., MARK LAVOIE (blues), The Bobcat Café, Bristol, 8 p.m. NC.
:: northern HOUSE BAND (classic rock), Sami’s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE W/JOHN GOOLEY, Monopole, 9 p.m. NC. BIG SPLINTER (mountain country), Bee’s Knees, 8 p.m. NC. LADIES’ NIGHT (Sound Obsession DJ), Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. NC.
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American Flatbread, 115 St. Paul St., Burlington, 861-2999. Ashley’s, Merchant’s Row, Randolph, 728-9182. Backstage Pub, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494. Bayside Pavilion, 13 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909. Bee’s Knees, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 888-7889. Beyond Infinity Upstairs, 43 Center St., Brandon, 247-5100. The Bobcat Café, 5 Main St., Bristol, 453-3311. Borders Books & Music, 29 Church St., Burlington, 865-2711. Breakwater Café, 1 King St., Burlington, 658-6276. B.U. Emporium, 163 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 658-4292 Capitol Grounds, 45 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800. Charlie B’s, 1746 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-7355. Charlie O’s, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820. Chow! Bella, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405. City Limits, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919. Club Metronome, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563. Contois Auditorium, Burlington City Hall, 865-7166. Eclipse Theater, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8913. Edgewater Pub, 340 Malletts Bay Ave., Colchester, 865-4214. Finkerman’s Riverside Bar-B-Q, 188 River St, Montpelier, 229-2295. Flynn Center/FlynnSpace, 153 Main St., Burlington, 863-5966. Franny O’s, 733 Queen City Pk. Rd., Burlington, 863-2909. Geno’s Karaoke Club, 127 Porters Point Road, Colchester, 658-2160. Gezellig, 324 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346. Good Times Café, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444. Halvorson’s Upstreet Café, 16 Church St., Burlington, 658-0278. Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 1068 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 863-6361. JP’s Pub, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389. Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 65 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-6135. Kacey’s, 31 Federal St., St. Albans, 524-9864. Kahiki Moon, 1 Lawson Lane, Burlington. 660-4852. The Kept Writer, 50 North Main St., St. Albans, 527-6242. Leunig’s, 115 Church St., Burlington, 863-3759. Lincoln Inn Lounge, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309. Lion’s Den Pub, Mountain Road, Jeffersonville, 644-5567. Mad River Unplugged at Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910. Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 167 Main St., Burlington, 658-6776. Matterhorn, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198. McKee’s Pub, 19 East Allen St., Winooski, 655-0048. Middle Earth Music Hall, Bradford, 222-4748. Millennium Nightclub, 165 Church St., Burlington, 660-2088. The Monkey House, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563. Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-563-2222. Muddy Waters, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466. Music Club, 110 Business Center Rd. Williamstown, 443-6106. Naked Turtle, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200 Nectar’s, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771. 1/2, 136 1/2 Church St., Burlington, 865-0012. 135 Pearl St., Burlington, 863-2343. Old Lantern, Greenbush Rd., Charlotte, 425-2120.
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1. Ray Charles — Genius Loves Company 2. k.d. lang — Hymns From the 49th Parallel 3. Roots — The Tipping Point 4. Norah Jones — Feels Like Home 5. Various Artists — NOW Volume 16 6. Black Eyed Peas — Elephunk 7. Norah Jones — Come Away With Me 8. Grace Potter — Original Soul 9. Phish — Undermind 10. Original Soundtrack — De-Lovely
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1. Insane Clown Posse — Hell’s Pit 2. Lamb of God — Ashes of the Wake 3. Gibson Brothers — Long Way Home 4. Gibson Brothers — Bona Fide 5. Ray Charles — Genius Loves Company 6. Tragically Hip — In Between Evolution 7. Various Artists — Heart So Cold: The North Country ‘60s Scene 8. Bjork — Medulla 9. Papa Roach — Getting Away With Murder 10. Tea Party — Seven Circles
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A group like The Lonely Samoans was bound to come along eventually. Country music — long the refuge of flag-waving über-zealots and airbrushed swimsuit models — has a new face, and it’s a Japanese one. Samoa, the leader of The Lonely Samoans, is ready to interject “a little yellow” into the world of twang. His new CD Here Come the Lonely Samoans might seem like a joke at first, but it’s chock-full of scathing political commentary that would make Toby Keith quake in his cowboy boots. Formerly the guitarist for New York shock-rockers The Voluptuous Horror of Karen Black, Samoa recently moved to Vermont. The reason for the transplant remains a mystery, but his music — a bizarre mix of Ween’s 12 Golden Country Greats and lovable nutjob Daniel Johnston — speaks volumes. Samoa’s anti-corporate message is set against traditional country instrumentation; if his awkward, occasionally unintelligible vocals were removed, the album would sound like any number of country bar bands. On the disc’s centerpiece, “Mr. Corporation,” Samoa lets rip a hilarious diatribe about consumer zombies. “I wake up in the morning, slip into my navy Gap shirt… I’m headed off to Starbucks,” he croons in a vaguely passable drawl. Samoa’s delivery is so plaintive that you can’t help but identify with the guy, even if you aren’t a country/Westernobsessed immigrant from a small fishing village in Japan. “Sweet Home Yellow Texas” challenges many assumptions of the Lone Star State. “I was born in Texas with yellow skin — my Jesus was Buddha,” he asserts. The band strums and plucks competently in the background as Samoa sticks it to the racist, classist society that won’t allow a Japanese man to be a cowboy. The juxtapositions are hilarious and thought-provoking. Samoa can get romantic as well — the joyous romp “When I’m With You” works traditional ballad magic with corny lyrics and sugary female harmonies. The sappiness is immediately relieved with “Until the Day I Die,” another commentary on injustice and the desire for true freedom. His delivery might be half-cocked, but Samoa is believable. If crazy, anti-right-wing Japanese country music sounds appealing, Here Come the Lonely Samoans is the album for you. Novelty or political statement, it deserves to be listened to at least once. And now that he’s a Vermonter, perhaps we’ll get to witness the Samoans’ peculiar charms live. “Protest country” has never been stranger.
While a CD of standard jazz tunes isn’t the most original material for a debut album, Vermont-based singer Adele Nicols has a skill for infusing well-worn classics with a sense of wonder. With breezy charm and jazzy presentation, her interpretations of familiar tunes such as “All of You” and “Dearly Beloved” transport listeners to a less complicated world where it’s still possible to swing one’s troubles away. Classically trained as a pianist and composer, Nicols honed her singing skills in New Orleans and California before moving to Vermont in 1996. Her experience shows, and the warmth in her voice is as mellow and inviting as a cozy fire. Never Let Me Go is a joyful rendering of music that clearly matters deeply to her; the 10 tracks feature works by legends such as Clifford Brown, George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Johnny Mercer and Jerome Kern. “Fly Me to the Moon” was recorded live, and the light, floaty piano accompaniment enhances the lounge atmosphere. The mood is reminiscent of Rick’s Place from Casablanca: Any second, in could walk the one you left behind in Paris, or Madrid, or Des Moines… or perhaps the one you haven’t met yet. The cheery “Joy Spring” could even help Vermonters through those subzero winter days we know so well. An assortment of talented musicians from around the country back Nicols on Never Let Me Go — including pianist Al Plank of San Francisco, bassist Scott Steed of Portland, Oregon, and Sacramento-based guitarist Steve Homan and drummer Jimmy Robinson. Vermonters make an appearance, too — Clyde Stats on bass and Bruce Sklar on piano. Never Let Me Go doesn’t break any rules, but that’s not the point. As Nicols declares in her shimmering voice, “I’m old-fashioned and I don’t mind.”
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FRI.10 << 49A LATIN DANCE PARTY W/DJ HECTOR, Parima, 10 p.m. p.m. $5. FRENCH CABARET W/JEAN JACQUES PSAULTE & NATE VENET, Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. PAUL DOUSE & JET JAGUAR (acoustic rock), Sweetwaters, 9 p.m. NC. SUPERSOUNDS DJ, Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. MANIFEST NEXTOME (acid jazz/hiphop), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by DJ NASTEE (hip-hop), 12 a.m. NC. JULIET MCVICKER (jazz), 1/2 Lounge, 7 p.m. NC. ZEN TRICKSTERS (jam-rock), Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. MIXIT & REMIXIT W/DJ IZZA & GUESTS (hip-hop/rock/funk), Club Metronome 9:30 p.m. $5. OUTBREAK, TIRED OF TRYING, BURNING BRIDGES (hardcore), 242 Main, 7 p.m. $6. KARAOKE, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. TOP HAT DANCETERIA (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3. FLAVA (DJs; hip-hop/r&b/reggae), Millennium Nightclub, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+ before 11 p.m. HIP-HOP/REGGAE/DANCEHALL DJS, Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. BIKINI BASHMENT W/DEMUS (reggae DJ), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. DJ A-DOG (hip-hop/lounge), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. THE HOUSE ROCKERS (rock), Breakwater Café, 6 p.m. NC. CONCENTRIC, THE WARRENS (live electronic/rock; Art Hop event), Recycle North, 6 p.m. NC. THE SECRET NEIGHBORHOOD (experimental rock/electronic; Art Hop event), Green Door Studio, Pine St., 5 p.m. NC. KARAOKE KAPERS (host Bob Bolyard), St. John’s Club, 7 p.m. NC. STUR CRAZY (rock), Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. CAMUEL CROSS TRIO (jazz), Upper Deck Pub, Windjammer, 7 p.m. NC. CLIFF ST. (jam-rock), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3. 8084 (rock), Trackside Tavern, 9 p.m. NC.
KARAOKE W/PETER BOARDMAN, Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC. WIZN BAR & GRILL (live radio show), Lincoln Inn Lounge, 4 p.m. NC, followed by SUPERSOUNDS DJ (dance party/game show), 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC. SAND BLIZZARD (rock), Edgewater Pub, 9 p.m. NC. YO-YO NIPPLES (rock), Franny O’s, 9 p.m. NC.
:: champlain valley
LIVE DJ, Red Mill Restaurant, 10:15 p.m. NC. TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.
:: central
JASON LIGMAN BAND (blues-rock), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m. NC. GRATEFUL DEAD TRIBUTE W/BLUES FOR BREAKFAST, Starlight Lounge, 10 p.m. $5. NAKED AMBITION (classic rock), Music Club, 9 p.m. NC. JEREMY KITTEL (Scottish fiddle), Middle Earth, 9 p.m. $12.
:: northern KARAOKE, Sami’s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m. NC. VIP LADIES NIGHT, Tabu Café & Nightclub, 5 p.m., NC, followed by SUTTER KAIN (rock), 10 p.m. $2/10. 18+ before 11 p.m. MIKE PEDERSEN (singer-songwriter), Naked Turtle, 6 p.m. $1, followed by DR. X (rock), 9:30 p.m. $1. SCHOOL BUS YELLOW (jam-rock), Monopole, 10 p.m. NC. HUBCATS (acoustic) Bee’s Knees, 8 p.m. NC. HARVEST FEST W/NAMED BY STRANGERS (jam-rock; CD release party), Rusty Nail, 10:30 p.m. $5.
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:: burlington area JIMMY ATTO (singer-songwriter), Radio Bean, 4 p.m. NC, followed by IRRESISTABLE PREDATOR (rock), 9 p.m. NC. TASTE W/DJ CRAIG MITCHELL (dance/ house), 135 Pearl, 10 p.m. $5. GRACE POTTER & THE NOCTURNALS (jazz/blues/funk/soul), Halvorson’s, 8 p.m. NC. BLACK SEA QUARTET (Gypsy-jazz/ European folk), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. EB N FLOW (rock), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. GRUPO SABOR (Latin jazz), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by DJ ADOG (hip-hop/lounge), midnight. NC. KIP MEAKER (blues), 1/2 Lounge, 7 p.m. NC. NOUVEAU JAZZ ENSEMBLE, Sweetwaters, 9 p.m. NC. NAMED BY STRANGERS, FAMILY GROOVE CO. (jam-rock), Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. $3-5. RETRONOME (’70s-’80s DJs), Club Metronome, 10 p.m. $3. KARAOKE, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. MASSIVE (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3. SPIN CYCLE (DJs; top 40 dance), Millennium Nightclub, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+ before 11 p.m. RUGGER (hip-hop/r&b DJ), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. JAMES HARVEY & GARUDA (jazz), FlynnSpace, 8 p.m. $15. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. NASTEE DOG W/DJ A-DOG & NASTEE (hip-hop), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. DIXIELAND ALLSTARS W/JAMIE MASEFIELD (Dixieland/country/ bluegrass), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. THE DOG CATCHERS (rock), Breakwater Café, 6 p.m. NC. MANSFIELD PROJECT, ULTERIOR MOTIVE, & GUESTS (rock; benefit for VT military families), St. John’s Club, noon. $20/10.
STUR CRAZY (rock), Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. 2ND AGENDA (singer-songwriter/hiphop), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3. RUN FOR COVER (rock), Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC. NAKED AMBITION (rock), Banana Winds, 8 p.m. NC. THE ADAMS (rock), Park Place Tavern, 9 p.m. NC. SAND BLIZZARD (rock), Edgewater Pub, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 3 p.m. NC. HARD LUCK (rock), B.U. Emporium, 8:30 p.m. NC. KARAOKE W/BONNIE DRAKE, Franny O’s, 9:30 p.m. NC.
:: champlain valley THE WARRENS (rock), Red Mill Restaurant, 10:15 p.m. NC. DANCE PARTY (DJ), City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.
:: central ROAMIN’ GABRIELS (rock), Charlie O’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. JOINT CHIEFS (reggae), Starlight Lounge, 10:30 p.m. $5. PENNY ARCADE (jazz/funk/soul), Middle Earth, 9 p.m. $10.
:: northern ELLEN POWELL DUO (jazz), Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 6:30 p.m. NC. FURYOUS GEORGE (rock), Bayside Pavilion, 9:30 p.m. $5. HUBCATS (acoustic), Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. NC. THE TRIBUTARIES (jam-rock), Monopole, 10 p.m. NC. ALL NIGHT DANCE PARTY W/DJ SKIPPY, Tabu Café & Nightclub, 5 p.m. – 4 a.m. $2/10. 18+ before 11 p.m. GLASS ONION (rock), Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. $1. DUANE CARLETON (singer-songwriter), Charlie B’s, 9 p.m. NC.
SUN.12 :: burlington area
BRYAN KAESER JAZZ BAND, Radio Bean, 7 p.m. NC, followed by FOUND MAGAZINE PARTY, 8 p.m. NC. IRISH SESSIONS (Celtic/folk), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 5 p.m. NC. NASTEE SOUL SUNDAY (DJ), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. SYLLABIC (live drums/turntables), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. SUNDAY NIGHT MASS (DJs), Club Metronome, 10 p.m. NC. HIP-HOP OPEN MIKE , Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.
:: champlain valley JAZZ BRUNCH W/FRED BARNES (piano), Two Brothers Tavern, 10:30 a.m. NC.
:: central ANDY M. STEWART, GERRY O’BEIRNE (Celtic/folk), Methodist Church, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $20.
:: northern SOUND OBSESSION DJ, Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. $1.
MON.13 :: burlington area
SLIM FINGERS (lounge piano), 6 p.m. NC, followed by OPEN MIKE, 8 p.m. NC. TRASHBOX: THE SOUND OF NYC (DJ), 135 Pearl, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE GRIPPO (funk), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. BEN MCINTYRE & BRIAN MCGARRY (singer-songwriters), 1/2 Lounge, 9:30 p.m. NC. ZOX, BURNIN SYMERIANS (jam-rock), Nectar’s 8 p.m. NC. LIVE DJS, Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC.
DJ FATTIE B. (old-school soul), Breakwater Café, 4 p.m. NC. MUSIC MACHINE W/DJ TRANSPLANTE (eclectic), The Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Trackside Tavern, 9 p.m. NC.
:: northern OPEN MIKE, Sami’s Harmony Pub, 7 p.m. NC. JERRY LAVENE (jazz guitar), Chow! Bella, 6:30 p.m. NC.
TUE.14 :: burlington area
CONJUNTO GUAGUA (Afro-Cuban/ Brazilian), Radio Bean, 6 p.m. NC, followed by LIZ HARVEY, ELIJAH KRATZ (singer-songwriters), 9 p.m. NC. SONNY & PERLEY (international cabaret), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. BASHMENT W/DEMUS & SUPER K (reggae/dancehall), Red Square, 9 p.m. NC. DJ BIG DOG (downtempo), 1/2 Lounge 10 p.m. NC. BLUESDAY W/HARMONICA BOB MCKENZIE, Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. LIVE DJS, Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. SUPERSOUNDS DJ, Breakwater Café, 6 p.m. NC KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.
:: central BILLY CALDWELL (singer-songwriter), Charlie O’s, 8 p.m. NC.
:: northern KARAOKE W/SASSY, Monopole, 9 p.m. NC. ACOUSTIC OPEN MIKE W/MIKE PEDERSEN, Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. NC. CHRIS LYON (singer-songwriter), Bee’s Knees, 8 p.m. NC.
WED.15 :: burlington area
IRISH SESSIONS, Radio Bean, 8 p.m. NC. PINE STREET JAZZ W/JODY
ALBRIGHT, Parima, 7 p.m. NC. TOP HAT KARAOKE, 135 Pearl, 9 p.m. NC. SONNY & PERLEY (international cabaret), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. JAMES HARVEY & GARUDA (jazz), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by MEMBERS ONLY W/FATTIE B. (’80s DJ), 11 p.m. NC. CASUAL FIASCO, MATT NEWBERG & THE HURRICANES (jam-rock/singersongwriter), Nectar’s, 10 p.m. NC. JAMES KOCHALKA SUPERSTAR (indierock), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. $5. TALENT SEARCH W/DA CHAMP (for rappers, singers, poets, comedians & dancers), Millennium Nightclub, signups 10-11 p.m.; live video shoot by Ch. 15. $2/7. 18+ before 11 p.m. DJ KWIK (hip-hop/r&b), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE W/DAVID HAMBLEN, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. THE ADMINISTRATOR (eclectic DJ), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. DJ A-DOG (hip-hop/lounge), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. DJ DEMUS (reggae/dancehall), Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 8 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.
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:: central SAM GORDON (acoustic rock), Charlie O’s, 8 p.m. NC. ANYTHING GOES (variety show, open jam), Eclipse Theater, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Middle Earth, 8 p.m. NC. MARK GREENBERG (folk/singer-songwriter), Finkerman’s Riverside Bar-B-Q, 8 p.m. NC.
:: northern OPEN MIKE W/ABBY JENNE Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE W/JOHN GOOLEY, Monopole, 9 p.m. NC. REDNOTE (jazz), Chow! Bella, 6:30 p.m. NC. 쩾
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CALL TO ARTISTS • The Daily Planet restaurant in Burlington seeks artists for rotating exhibits. Contact Dasha, 951-1132 or DASHAANN@hotmail. com. • The Center for Photographic Studies in Barre is seeking an artist with experience in graphic/digital design to create its logo. Info, call Amy at 777-8009.
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R EXHIBIT “Full House,” an annual group exhibition of fine art and fine furniture by Vermont artists. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland. Through September 26.
ARTWORK Paintings by Richard Weis, dining set by McGuire Family Furniture Makers
PHOTO Marc Awodey
utland businessman George Thrall Chaffee called the Victorian mansion he built in 1893 Sunny Gables. In its heyday, Harry Houdini and Harpo Marx were among Chaffee’s houseguests. Nowadays it’s the Chaffee Art Center, but 16 South Main Street still seems more like someone’s home than a museum. That’s especially true during the annual “Full House” exhibition, which recalls the Chaffee’s domestic past by filling the galleries with furniture as well as fine art. This year’s show features work by three painters, a pastel artist and four photographers, as well as selections from master craftsmen in the Guild of Vermont Furniture Makers. The exhibition is designed to give equal billing to fine furniture and visual art. The concept works well. The furniture also complements many of the finish-carpentry details of the mansion. A tiger-maple dining table and four chairs by McGuire Family Furniture Makers are installed in what was probably once a formal dining room. Eleven abstract paintings and banners by Vermont College professor Richard Weis add elegance to the space. His “Samulnori: four part percussion” is an oil with swirling primary hues seemingly anchored by black and white. “The Stone Above the Sea” is a more naturalistic abstraction dominated by earthier colors. The gallery east of the dining room includes superb pastels by Jim Boughton, the Chaffee Art Center’s gallery director. Many of his works are influenced by Surrealism; others are more akin to nature
photography. “Held Together” portrays a cracked, standing, conical stone wrapped with red ribbon; “Piled” is simply a precise rendering of stones. Among the furniture pieces in this gallery is Robert Gaspereti’s Spalted Burl Pedestal Table, which has dramatically craggy natural details. The west side of the dining room is dominated by North Bennington photographer Jane Glesne’s 15 color photos, which capture intriguing details and visual textures. “Door Yard Delight” is a close-up of a succulent plant with brown spiky leaves dotted with drops of dew. Sharing the space with Glesne’s photos is a contemporary Arts and Crafts Pedestal Table by William LaBarge. It’s made of cherry with ebony inlay, and its round top and architectonic base harmonize with the parquet floor of the round alcove in which it sits. Susan Wacker’s eight color photos are displayed in the hall at the foot of the staircase. The Pittsfield photographer finds geometric abstraction in everyday forms. “Barn Red” is a minimalist shot of a curved snow bank in front of a red barn; a white window frame in the red wall contrasts with the curved crest of the snow. More than 20 vibrant color photos by Rosamond Orford line the stairs and second-floor landing of the Chaffee. Most of these images are on the theme of water — her book of such photos is aptly entitled Water Colours. In the Chaffee’s Gallery for the Young Artist, “Full House” continues with more than 25 portraits of adolescents by
Montpelier photographer Carley StevensMclaughlin. A visual essay about the individuality of “typical” teens, they suggest “before-and-after” shots: In one photo, each poser is shown in hip “street” attire — often including makeup and piercings — and in another, wearing “normal” clothes that would make June Cleaver proud. Upstairs, George Chaffee’s old bedroom has a new bed: Walt Stanley’s Vermont Sleigh Bed is a red-birch masterpiece, and its bird’s-eye maple details match those in the room’s windowsill and doorway. Arlington painter Russ Housman’s 10 oils hang on the walls around the bed. “River Ice Revisited version two” has a naturalistic theme but is rooted in abstraction; the gray ice is heavily textured by built-up paint. Housman’s “Summer Blossoms version one” is a horizontal collection of bright circles of varied intensities. The adjacent room has a studio feel, thanks in part to James Becker’s Contemporary Windsor High Back Stool in cherry and oak and his Paine Standing Desk in cherry. Middlebury painter Mimi Love’s acrylic canvasses are on the walls. Decorative in the Matissian sense, these are sophisticated abstractions rich with patterning and pastel hues. When the Rutland Area Art Association bought the Chaffee mansion in 1982, it was wise to ignore the building’s nickname — not one of George Chaffee’s most creative ideas. “Sunny Gables Art Center”? That sounds more like a place in Dade, than in Rutland, County. m
AXA: Architecture by art, art by architects, curated by C. Sean Horton. Flynndog, Burlington, 863-2227. Reception September 9, 6-8 p.m. Art Hop reception September 10, 5-8 p.m. Through October. JOHN CHURCHMAN: “Conditions of Light and Spirit,” Giclée print photography. Uncommon Grounds, Burlington, 8992200. Reception September 9, 5-7 p.m. Through September. VISUAL ARTS FACULTY EXHIBITION: Works in multiple media by 13 members of the faculty. Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College, 6351469. Reception September 9, 3 p.m. Through September 18. CORPORATE GLOBALIZATION VS. GLOBAL JUSTICE: A guerrilla photo exhibit by Orin Langelle featuring images from indigenous communities around the world. Institute for Social Ecology, Plainfield, 454-8493. Reception September 9, 7-9 p.m. Through September. KATHY STARK: “New Works,” minimalist paintings. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, 253-8358. Reception September 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Through October 17. SCULPTFEST04: The 18th annual exhibition features works by individual sculptors and two-person teams, working in the theme “Site/Countersite.” Carving Studio and Sculpture Center, West Rutland, 438-2097. Reception September 10, 5-7 p.m., with live music by Bogstompers. Through October 24. THE INVISIBLE EYE: “Visions of SelfTaught Artists,” featuring eight GRACE artists, Main Gallery; and BUFFALO MYERS, PAUL HUMPHRIES AND ‘FACE JUGS’: Outsider art, West Gallery. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, 253-8358. Reception September 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Through November 10. RODIN: IN HIS OWN WORDS: Thirty-five bronzes from the famous French sculptor, from the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation; and VERMONT IN 1904: A PHOTOGRAPHIC PORTRAIT: Prints made from nearly 200 images shot by Adolph B. Lane (1877-1942); and ART NOW: SCULPTURE OF JOEL SHAPIRO, five works by the renowned American artist, spanning 25 years. Middlebury College Museum of Art, 443-5235. Reception September 14, 4:30 p.m. All though December 5. KATHY MARMOR: “Holding On to Intangible Things,” a new installation. L/L Gallery, Living/Learning Center, UVM, Burlington, 656-4200. Reception September 15, 5-7 p.m. Through September.
TALKS/EVENTS >> 56A PLEASE NOTE: Art listings are written by Pamela Polston; spotlights written by Marc Awodey. Listings are restricted to exhibits in truly public places; exceptions may be made at the discretion of the editor. Send listings, by Thursday at 5 p.m., including info phone number, to galleries@sevendaysvt.com. Also see art listings at www.sevendaysvt.com.
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SOUTH END ART HOP: The 12th annual community arts event includes open studios, a juried exhibit, silent auction, demonstrations, workshops and outdoor sculptures around the Pine Street corridor in Burlington’s South End, 859-9222. September 10, studio and gallery hop, performances, 5-8:30 p.m.; music and dance party, 8:30-11:30 p.m. at Fresh Market/Great Harvest parking lot, Pine Street. September 11, open studios, demonstrations and other activities, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. More info, www.arthop.com. FASHION SHOW: Artists and others will model functional fabric works from the exhibit “Adventure Sparks: A Wearable Art Show.” Studio Place Arts, Barre, 4797069. September 9, 7-8 p.m. OPEN STUDIO: Artist-in-residence Leslie Fry shows her work in progress for an upcoming sculpture exhibit. Fourth Floor Studio, Firehouse Center, Burlington, 865-7165. Every Saturday through September 25, noon – 8 p.m.
For art workshops and instruction, see “classes” in Section B.
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FEATHER FRIENDLY Judith Vivell is not your typical nature illustrator; her highly acclaimed, large-scale avian portraits, showing at the Clarke Galleries’ Cold Comfort Farm in Stowe through September 25, are finely oil-painted creatures on abstract backgrounds. But whether you admire Vivell’s technique or simply the content, this show is not strictly for the birds. Pictured: “Whooping Crane I.”
40 YEARS, 400 VERSES: SLICES OF NEW YORK: Photographs by Sandy Milens and haikus by Marc Awodey. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center, Burlington, 6524505. September 11 – October 23. JACQUELINE M. CALL & JIM GORMAN: “Avenues in Enchantment,” watercolors and photographs. Sneakers, Winooski, 655-9081. Through September. ROBERT SIMON: Ink and acrylic drawings, through December 10; and GARY KOWALSKI: Oil paintings, through December 10; and SHARON WEBSTER: Mixed-media works, through November. CCV Hallway Galleries, Burlington, 865-4422.
JIM GIDDINGS: “Back Roads and Other Animals,” paintings. Doll-Anstadt Gallery, Burlington, 864-3661. Through September. DOUGLAS ZARUBA: “Fables, Myths and Memories,” precious metal jewelry; and GABRIEL BORAY: New works. Grannis Gallery, Burlington, 660-2032. Through September. QUINTESSENTIAL VERMONT: A group show featuring regional artists in pottery, furniture, photographs and paintings. Frog Hollow Gallery, Burlington, 863-6458. Through October. SARAH HUTTON: Abstract oil paintings of figures, landscapes and cityscapes. Daily Planet, Burlington, 862-9647. Through September. BERND HEINRICH: THE NATURALIST AS ARTIST: A selection of original drawings, photographs, field notes and specimen collections from the renowned UVM field biologist. Fleming Museum, Burlington, 656-0750. Through December 19. CHRIS BAME: “Finding Home in Different Ways,” acrylics and mixed media. Scrumptious Café, Burlington, 658-2727. Through September 29. NEW WORKS FROM HOWARD COMMUNITY SERVICES: Artworks in multiple media presented by GRACE. Union Station, Burlington, 472-6857. Through September 28. Also at Howard Center, Flynn Ave., Burlington, for South End Art Hope September 10-11. JULIA DOTOLI: “Erosion Series,” abstract paintings, Bar; and ELIZABETH DOWD: black-and-white photographs, Greenhouse; and SARAH HUTTON: Abstract oil paintings of figures, landscapes and cityscapes, Dining Room. Daily Planet, Burlington, 862-9647. Through September. BOBBI PRITT: “Beneath the Skin,” photographs of human skin under the microscope. Metropolitan Gallery, Burlington City Hall, 865-7165. Through September. JOHN CHURCHMAN: “Autumn Glory,” photographs. Airport Gallery, Burlington, 865-7166. Through October. ALEX GREY: “X-Ray Visions,” prints and drawings by the world-renowned artist. Lineage Gallery, Burlington, 862-7766. Through September 26.
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DAVID SMITH: “Landscape Dialogue,” recent paintings. Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery, Shelburne, 985-3848. Through September 15. GROUP SHOW: Acrylic paintings by Ethan Azarian and Michael Smith, photography by Cynthia Silvey and watercolor and ink works by Michael Tonn. Artpath Gallery, Wing Building, Burlington, 563-2273. Through October. NORTHERN VERMONT ARTIST ASSOCIATION: A group show featuring hundreds of works by members. Old Red Mill Gallery, Jericho, 899-3225. Through September 25. ELISA NELSON: Pen-and-ink drawings of Lake Champlain and New England, Pickering Room, through September 29; and GALEN MCDONALD: “Images of This World,” politically charged paintings by the UVM senior, Mezzanine Balcony, through September. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 865-7211. ‘WISH YOU WERE HERE’: A selection of Vermont postcards depicting Vermont history and New England life from Special Collections in UVM’s Bailey/Howe Library, through September 19; and LEIGH BURTON & WENDY HIRSCHBERG: “Aftermath,” paintings and works on paper, and wall-hung sculptures, respectively, through September 12. Fleming Museum, UVM, Burlington, 656-0750. ‘ART OF THE NEEDLE’: An exhibition featuring 100 18th-, 19th- and 20th-century American quilts; and ‘LES BORDS DE LA LOIRE PRES DE NANTES’: A painting by the late French landscape artist CharlesFrançois Daubigny; also, ‘PEDAL TO THE METAL’: An exhibit documenting the history of children’s pedal cars; and ‘AMERICAN VISIONS OF PARADISE’: Paintings by great American artists including Grandma Moses, Thomas Cole, Washington Allston and Jasper Cropsey. Shelburne Museum, 985-3348, ext. 3330. Through October. WEST TOWER EXHIBIT: A group show featuring fabric works, holographic gratings and steel sculptures. ECHO, Burlington Waterfront, 864-1848. Through fall.
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BODY PARTS Caffeine is not the only thing livening up Burlington’s Radio Bean this month: Emile-Rose Currin’s life-sized plaster-cast wall sculptures provide plenty of visual
::champlain valley DAVE BRAUN: “Landscapes and Likenesses,” recent portraits and paintings. Charlotte Public Library, 425-3864. Through September. JUDITH REILLY: “Fanciful Fiber and Thread,” fabric paintings in cotton, often hand-dyed, and Giclée prints. Brandon Artists’ Guild, 247-4956. September 10 – October 30. VERMONT IN FULL COLOR: Ceramics by Natalie Blake; wooden salad bowls by Peggy Potter; pastels by Marilyn Ruseckas; lithographs and pastels by Daryl Storrs; and glass pieces and jewelry by Jen Violette. Frog Hollow Gallery, Middlebury, 388-3177. Through October. RUSSELL HANSEN: “Birds in Flight,” photographs by the late nature photographer and engineer; and ERIK REHMAN: Clay sculptures. Art on Main. Bristol, 4534032. Through September. ARTISTS’ ALLEY: Murals and mosaic-covered benches by community artists of all ages. Off Main St., Bristol, 453-4032. Through October. LOIS JACKSON: “Wildflowers of Mt. Independence,” watercolor paintings. Mt. Independence State Historic Site, Orwell, 948-2000. Through October 11. “ALWAYS IN SEASON’: Arts and crafts by Vermont folk artists, past and present. Vermont Folklife Center, Middlebury, 3884964. Through November 13.
::central LYNDA REEVES MCINTYRE: Acrylic, watercolor and ink paintings from Mexico, Italy and Canada, and a wall installation from her “Helping Hands” project. Supreme Court Building, Montpelier, 828-4784. September 13 – October 29. LYNA LOU NORDSTROM: “Old Friends, New Friends,” unique and multiple prints. Rhapsody Café, Montpelier, 229-6112. Through September. ANNA BELL: Paintings; and DANIEL A. NEARY JR.: Recent black-and-white photographs. Capitol Grounds, Montpelier, 223-7800. Through September. MAITLAND DEGORGORZA: “Artist’s Life and History, 1898-1941,” paintings, drawings and prints by the late artist,
stimulation. The ghostly white torsos, arms and legs are a little eerie, as if displaced from Pompeii. But chances are Currin captured these likenesses more humanely than did Mt. Vesuvius. PHOTO: MARC AWODEY
South Gallery; and WOOD HIMSELF: Paintings by the founder, Thomas Waterman Wood, Main Gallery; and THE VAULT TOUR: 19th-century works by friends of Wood, Wood Room. T.W. Wood Gallery, Vermont College, Montpelier, 8288743. All through October 17. ADVENTURE SPARKS: A WEARABLE ART SHOW: A group exhibit; and LELAND ALPER: Drawings and sculpture; and ROLAND BUSSIERE: Paintings. Studio Place Arts, Barre, 479-7069. Through September 25. SUSAN DOHENY: “The Tunbridge Retrospective,” photographs. Tunbridge Public Library, 889-9404. Through October 4. ANNUAL “FULL HOUSE” EXHIBITION: Works in multiple media by Jim Boughton, Jane Glesne, Russ Housman, Mimi Love, Rosa-mond Orford, Carley StevensMcLaughlin, Susan Wacker, Richard Weis and the Guild of Vermont Furniture Makers. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, 775-0356. Through September 26. VERMONT BICENTENNIAL DOLLS: The collection of the late Mirren Barrie’s handcrafted dolls depicts children from two centuries ago. Waterbury Public Library, 244-7036. Through September 15. CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIES: Six photographers present works in color and black-and-white. City Hall, Montpelier, 229-9416. Through September. LUCILE LEISTER: “A Quilter’s Life,” featuring more than 30 pieces by the Bethel quilter. Chandler Gallery, Randolph, 7283232. Through September 14.
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KURT BUDLIGER & GREGORY J. TIGHE: Nature photographs and 3D assemblages, respectively. Northern Power Systems, Mad River Park, Waitsfield, 496-2955, ext. 287. Through September 12. GROUP SHOW: Paintings and photographs by 10 Vermont artists. The Book Garden, Montpelier, 223-2824. Through September 13.
::northern MARIE LEPRE GRABON & KATHY STARK: Paintings, East Gallery. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, 253-8358. September 10 October 16. FEATHERS, FINS & FUR: A juried group show depicting and celebrating the animal kingdom. Bryan Memorial Gallery, Jeffersonville, 644-5100. September 12-26. CLAIRE VAN VLIET: Pulp paintings by the printmaker, painter and Janus Press founder. Back Room Gallery, Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild, St. Johnsbury, 467-3701. Through October 9. THE BIRDS OF JUDITH VIVELL: Oil paintings by the renowned avian artist. Clarke Galleries, Cold Comfort Farm, Stowe, 2537116. Through September 25. GAYLEEN AIKEN: Twenty-one works by the nationally recognized Vermont artist. GRACE Gallery, Old Firehouse, Hardwick, 472-6857. Through September 16. HISTORICAL PHOTOGRAPHS OF MORRISVILLE: Photos from the private collections of five locals depict a century and a half. Tegu Gallery, Morrisville, 8881261. Through September. VERMONT ARTISTS: Original works featured in a changing exhibition. Jacob Walker
Art Gallery, Morristown Corner Store Building, no phone. Through October 11. EXPOSED!: An annual outdoor sculpture exhibition throughout the town of Stowe, featuring 19 sculptures by local and national artists. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, 253-8358. Through October 16. LAND & LIGHT: INVITATIONAL LANDSCAPE EXHIBITION: A juried show of renowned Vermont and New England painters; through October 18; and 20TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT: Paintings by Mary and Alden Bryan, through December 22. Bryan Memorial Gallery, Jeffersonville, 644-5100. BREAD AND PUPPET EXHIBIT: Hundreds of puppets and masks. Bread and Puppet Museum, Glover, 525-3031. Through November 1. J.C. WELCH: Woodcuts and oils; also paintings, photography, Cibachrome, reproductions and Ukrainian eggs by other artists. The Blue Eyed Dog Gallery & Frame Shop, St. Albans, 524-4447. Through September. JOSHUA DERNER: Pastel and ink drawings; also, original oils, watercolors, sculpture and giclée prints by Vermont artists. The Art Gallery, Stowe, 253-6007. Through September.
::southern STEPHEN M. SCHAUB: “Through a Glass Darkly,” photographs using the artist’s hybrid process, “digital holgaroids.” Indian Hill Gallery of Fine Photography, Pawlet, 325-2274. Through October 11. DALE CHIHULY: “Glass and Prints,” works by the famed glass artist, through March 15, 2005; and FUSION PRINTS: THE GOTHAM
SERIES: Computer-manipulated photography featuring Manhattan architecture, by Jan Lourie and Joan Firestone, through September 12; and, WORKING VERMONT: LAND AND LIFE FROM THE PERMANENT COLLECTION: Artworks focused on the subject of work and its context, through September 12; and, AUGUST SOLO EXHIBITIONS: Works by nine regional artists; Yester House, through September 5. Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester, 362-1405.
::regional HERBERT SAVEL: “Kaddish in Wood,” Holocaust woodcarvings. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 518-523-2512. Through September 25. “LOOKING BACK, MOVING FORWARD”: Thirty-four images by 19th- and 20thcentury female photographers, through September 19; and LUIS GISPERT: “Loud Images,” photographs, sound sculptures and multimedia installations, through September 19; and “DREAMING OF COUNTRY”: Eleven contemporary Aboriginal paintings, through December 5. Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603-646-2426. HIGH POINTS: SELECTIONS FROM THE COLLECTION OF CONTEMPORARY CANADIAN ART: New works by national artists, through October 3; and NELSON HENRICKS: “Satellite,” new works by the Alberta-born artist, through October 17. Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, 514-2852000. 쩾
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PREVIEWS CELLULAR: From the guy who gave us Phone Booth comes the similar-sounding saga of a fellow who answers his cell phone one day to find on the line a stranger who says she’ll be killed if he doesn’t locate her quickly. Kim Basinger and William H. Macy costar. David Ellis directs. (94 min, PG-13) MARIA FULL OF GRACE: The feature-film debut from Joshua Marston tells the story of a poor, pregnant Columbian teenager who risks her life by becoming a drug mule, regularly flying into New York City with a stomachful of tightly wrapped heroin pellets. Catalina Sandina Moreno stars. (101 min, R) RESIDENT EVIL: APOCALYPSE: On the heels of his Alien Vs. Predator comes director Paul W. S. Anderson’s follow-up to the 2002 hit videogame-adaptation. This time around, Milla Jovovich plays the survivor of a biochemical disaster who must outrun a deadly virus which is quickly turning the local population into fleshcraving zombies. With Oded Fehr. (94 min, R)
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M KODAK MOMENT Sizemore and Hauser go over ground rules on the occasion of their first meeting.
el Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ left many moviegoers with the impression he’d completely lost his sense of humor (and very possibly his mind). So it was a pleasant surprise to find both intact and in evidence in the filmmaker’s latest production, in which he has only a cameo part. Paparazzi is an inspired concept disguised as a routine revenge fest: Death Wish retooled for our celebrity obsessed age. Cole (2 Fast 2 Furious) Hauser plays a Hollywood action hero whose life comes to resemble one of his pictures. A centered, self-reliant hunk with a million-dollar smile, his character is a former Montana boy who has just hit it big in Tinseltown as the star of a box-office smash called Adrenaline Force. He’s also a husband and father who’s serious about guarding his family’s privacy. Which makes him a juicy target for celebrity photographer Tom Sizemore and his band of parasitic pals. The stage for the story’s central conflict is set early on. Hauser catches Sizemore snapping shots of his young son as he takes part in a soccer game in a neighborhood park. The actor confronts the photographer and politely asks him to consider the child off limits. Viewers are given a crash course in the law as the naïve new star protests that Sizemore needs his permission to take pictures of the boy since he’s a minor, whereupon Sizemore explains that everyone, in fact, is fair game when they’re on public property. All the same, he promises to relent. Which is why Hauser is mad as hell moments later when he catches the photographer at it again. Faster than you can say “six-figure settlement,” the actor’s punched the guy’s lights out, to the delight of Sizemore’s buddies, who have recorded the assault from a nearby hiding place. The result? A major payday for the paparazzi and a one-way ticket to anger counseling for his prey. Not to mention some unflattering tabloid cover shots. Knowing a goldmine when they see one, the gang decides to ambush Hauser again. Each positions his own vehicle so as to surround and block the star as he heads home one night with his wife and son. Hauser slams on his brakes to escape and is rear-ended at high speed by another car, sending his wife to the ER and his son into a coma. In the absence of witnesses (well, there is one, but Sizemore
shuts her up in particularly slithery fashion), the shutterbugs elude responsibility for the accident. More appallingly, they continue and eventually escalate their invasion of the couple’s privacy. As directed by Paul Abascal, the movie has a streak of gleefully black humor running through it; in one sequence, a consoling hug from a female store clerk winds up on a tabloid cover next to a headline alleging extramarital antics. Shots of Hauser’s wife taking post-op pain medication by the pool are splashed across the same seamy pages next to a story suggesting her husband has strayed as a result of her out-of-control pill popping. By the time shooting has begun on Adrenaline Force 2, the creeps have even broken into the couple’s home to plant miniature video cameras throughout the place, and the moviemakers have shifted into full-blown, tongue-in-cheek satire. Sizemore, don’t forget, is a violent entertainment industry nutjob portraying a violent entertainment industry nutjob. In a bar one night he alludes to the time Alec Baldwin punched him in the face. This is eerily amusing not only due to its reference to a real-life incident that made headlines, but because the member of his posse to whom he relays the tale is played by Daniel Baldwin. The accident scene itself has dark echoes of the crash that killed Princess Diana, a tragedy many suspected was abetted by overzealous photographers. This is a film that resonates on a surprising number of levels. But the level on which it undoubtedly works best is the victim-goes-postal-and-takes-the-law-into-his-own-hands level. Hauser ultimately is pushed too far, receives too little help from the police, and decides to make like a character in one of his movies. The result is over the top, improbable, as cheesy as stuffed-crust pizza and immensely entertaining. Paparazzi is light years from art or thought-provoking social commentary, but the fact is, its Charles-Bronson-meets-BobGoen take on the predatory nature of celebrity journalism qualifies it as one of the summer’s most original creations. We simply haven’t seen a film quite like this before. How a first-time feature director and a cast of second- and third-tier performers pulled that off is something inquiring minds in Hollywood will want to know. m
ALIEN VS. PREDATORHHH Monsters from two movies meet on Earth and go to the mat in the latest from writer-director Paul W. S. Anderson. The cast includes Raoul Bova, Ewen Bremmer and Tommy Flanagan. (87 min, PG-13) ANACONDAS: THE HUNT FOR THE BLOOD ORCHIDHH It’s official: Hollywood will make a sequel of anything at this point. For example, this follow-up to the 1997 flop about a giant jungle snake. This time around, a party in search of a miracle aging cure encounters, you guessed it, multiple giant jungle snakes. With Johnny Messner and Morris Chestnut. (89 min, R) ANCHORMANHHH1/2 Will Ferrell co-wrote and stars in this comedy about a ’70s TV newsman and his rivalry with a female journalist who challenges him for the top spot at their San Diego station. With Christina Applegate and Paul Rudd. Directed by firsttimer Adam McKay. (94 min, PG-13) THE BOURNE SUPREMACYHHH1/2 Matt Damon stars in the follow-up to the 2002 smash about a trained assassin whose lethal skills come in handy as one-time coworkers continually try to kill him. Based on the popular series of espionage thrillers by Robert Ludlum. With Franka Potente and Brian Cox. Directed by Paul Greengrass. (109 min, PG-13) THE CLEARINGHHH Robert Redford and Willem Dafoe star in this thriller from first-time director Pieter Jan Brugge, the story of a self-made tycoon taken hostage from his home in broad daylight. Helen Mirren costars. (91 min, R) COLLATERALHHH1/2 If there’s one thing Michael Mann knows, it’s bad guys. He’s the director who introduced us to Hannibal Lecter (played by Brian Cox in Manhunter). Tom Cruise probably won’t be dining on his victims in the director’s latest, but he’ll be racking them up as a contract killer on the town for a night of paid mayhem. With Jamie Foxx and Jada Pinkett Smith. (120 min, R) THE CORPORATIONHHH1/2 Here’s something you don’t see every day: A documentary which features Michael Moore’s views on big business but which Michael Moore didn’t direct. Mark Achbar and Jennifer Abbott bring us this highly praised rumination on the growing prominence of global businesses. Also featuring Noam Chomsky and Howard Zinn. (145 min, NR) THE DAY AFTER TOMORROWHHH Roland (Independence Day) Emmerich’s latest once again concerns a threat to humankind. This time around, the survival of the planet’s population is called into question not by evil spacemen but by really, really bad weather. The ensemble cast includes Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ian Holm, Sela Ward
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H = refund, please HH = could’ve been worse, but not a lot HHH = has its moments; so-so HHHH = smarter than the average bear HHHHH = as good as it gets Ratings assigned to movies not reviewed by Rick Kisonak are courtesy of Metacritic.com, which averages scores given by the country’s most widely read reviewers (Rick included).
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Canadian Beacon tor Kevin Spacey playing 1950s pop singer Bobby Darin; Ray, featuring Jamie Foxx as Ray Charles; and Modigliani, in which Andy Garcia inhabits the title role of a legendary Italian painter engaged in a bitter rivalry with a Spanish artist named Picasso. Characters on difficult quests are invariably a popular theme. Volker Schlondorff ’s The Ninth Day, based on a true story, concerns a Catholic priest allowed to leave Dachau. But the Germans will send him back to the concentration camp unless he can persuade the bishop in his Luxembourg hometown to stop ringing a church bell in protest of Nazi rule. The quest for Sean Penn’s character in The Assassination of Richard Nixon, by Niels Mueller, is to kill the president by fly-
I want to be amazed and shocked. It’s enlightening to see different viewpoints from around the world. MICHAEL WISNIEWSKI ON THE TORONTO FILM FEST
vacation with an adventurous edge. “I love the sense of surprise and discovery,” explains Wisniewski, an architect working in Burlington. “I want to be amazed and shocked. It’s enlightening to see different viewpoints from around the world.” The 29th Toronto festival, which runs from September 9 to 18, will present 328 as-yet-unreleased films from 61 countries. As usual, it’s a potpourri of mainstream and art-house fare. The lineup offers several biopics this time around: Beyond the Sea, with direc-
ing a hijacked plane into the White House. Apparently inspired by both a post-9/11 sensibility and real-life events from decades ago, it reunites the Oscar-winning actor with his 21 Grams costar, Naomi Watts. John Sayles takes aim at another occupant of the Oval Office in Silver City, a satire about a Bible-thumping gubernatorial candidate with poor verbal skills; it’s scheduled for release before the November election. Daryl Hannah, Richard Dreyfuss, Tim Roth, Chris Cooper and Thora Birch are in the large ensemble cast.
The Chinese House of Flying Daggers might prove to be a festival highlight for Killingbeck and Wisniewski. The Zhang Yimou film, which concerns a 9th-century rebel army that steals from the rich and gives to the poor, is an elegant martial-arts epic with a romantic twist. In 2000 the Vermonters were dazzled by a similar work: Ang Lee’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. “What was great is that I hadn’t heard a thing about it beforehand,” Killingbeck recalls. “I can’t tell you how blown away we were.” Above all, the Green Mountain State contingent — which includes Peter Fenn and Jyoti Daniere of Charlotte and Kevin Gallagher and Michael Gilman of Burlington — appreciates Toronto’s eclecticism. “We really love the documentaries,” Killingbeck says. “And we’re excited by this year’s focus on South Africa.” Their group doesn’t necessarily stick together. “We each plot our own course, but generally cross paths at some point,” Killingbeck notes. “Peter and Michael go for the really cold, grim Eastern European movies. I tend to like small, personal dramas.”
Wisniewski is also partial to the idiosyncratic Midnight Madness program of cult chillers and rockumentaries — which makes for a long day. “After five films, it can be hard to remember what you’ve seen,” he admits. “We’ve occasionally been disappointed, but there are never too many real stinkers.” For more information on the Toronto International Film Festival, call 416-9683456 or visit www.bell.ca/filmfest. The more things change, the more they stay the same — or something like that — when it comes to the Ethan Allen Cinemas in Burlington. A few months ago, the theater dropped its longstanding bargain rates for films that have already played elsewhere in favor of more expensive ticket prices for newer fare. Now, the cost is, once again, only $3 for less recent movies. “We experimented with a first-run policy, but the people have spoken,” explains Merrill Jarvis III, whose family owns the New North End venue. “They asked for the cheap seats back, so we’re giving them what they want.” m
fickle fannie BY DAVID DIEFENDORF
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This week, as always, the things Fannie likes (shown in CAPITAL letters) all follow a secret rule. Can you figure out what it is? NOTE: Fickle Fannie likes words. But each week she likes something different about them — how they’re spelled, how they sound, how they look, what they mean, or what’s inside them.
Brian Eno is (or was) the Mozart of AMBIENT music. For my birthday I’d like an old Kris-Kraft cabin CRUISER. Girls assume that all boys are INTRIGUED by bare midriffs. Alas, both sexes suffer from the heartbreak of FRIGIDITY. Sometimes it’s good to DISCRIMINATE – in regard to food, say. Using hollow logs as drums is, well, LOGARITHMIC. The “meaning of life” has a certain INTANGIBILITY. Once, Ming the MERCILESS was the baddest cat around. RADICAL politics has gone the way of the Weathermen. Those pesky Brits say ALUMINIUM instead of aluminum. My incontinent cousin always VOIDS where prohibited. E me with your Qs or comments (dd44art@aol.com). Difficulty rating for this puzzle: HARD AS PEANUT BUTTER. If you’re stuck, see the HINT on this page. If you cave, see the ANSWER on page 55A. So much for Fickle Fannie’s tastes this week. Next week she’ll have a whole new set of likes and dislikes.
FICKLE FANNIE HINT: Look to the eye of the storm.
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eather Killingbeck confesses to being “hopelessly star-struck.” So an annual trek to the Toronto International Film Festival, which always attracts dozens of celebrities, is pure heaven for the 44-year-old Hinesburg resident. In 2002 Dustin Hoffman even walked over to her at a premiere of his movie Moonlight Mile. “I was gawking,” she acknowledges. “He extended his hand and thanked me for coming.” But Killingbeck is also a discerning cineaste who has been attending the Ontario extravaganza for four years, along with her partner Michael Wisniewski and two other Chittenden County couples. They spend a long weekend at the fest, averaging three or four screenings a day. For them, the experience is an indoor
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and Jay O. Sanders. (124 min, PG-13) DE-LOVELY##1/2 Kevin Kline stars in Irwin Winkler’s big-screen look at the life of immortal composer and man’s man Cole Porter. Ashley Judd costars in the role of his slack-cutting missus. With Jonathan Pryce. (125 min, PG-13) DODGEBALL##1/2 On the heels of Along Came Polly, Starsky and Hutch and Envy, along comes Ben Stiller’s comic saga about a team of losers who try to save their local gym from being bulldozed and replaced by a modern sports-and-fitness palace. Naturally, the issue winds up getting resolved by an all-or-nothing round of dodgeball. Vince Vaughn and Justin Long costar. First-timer Rawson Marshall Thurber writes and directs. (90 min, PG-13) EXORCIST: THE BEGINNING#1/2 Stellan Skarsgard stars in this problem-plagued prequel (the production burned through three directors; never a good sign) in which Father Merrin makes a horrifying discovery while on an archeological excavation in Kenya. James D’Arcy and Izabella Scorupco costar. (114 min, R) FESTIVAL EXPRESS#### Janis Joplin, The Band and The Grateful Dead are among the acts immortalized in this documentary about a week in the summer of 1970 when some of the biggest names in music traveled by train across Canada together. (90 min, R) GARDEN STATE###1/2 Zach Braff wrote, directed and stars in this drama about a young TV actor who returns home for the first time in almost a decade, sees his old world through new eyes and even gets to hook up with Natalie Portman. Ian Holm and Peter Sarsgaard costar. (107 min, R) HAROLD & KUMAR GO TO WHITE CASTLE### From writer-director Danny (Dude, Where’s My Car?) Leiner comes this road-trip comedy in which a search for fast food turns into a wild, all-night adventure. Starring John Cho, Kal Penn and Neil Patrick Harris. (87 min, R) HERO#### From director Zhang (Raise the Red Lantern) Yimou comes this critically applauded meditation on the nature of heroism set against the historical backdrop of the assassination attempt on China’s first emperor. Jet Li and Maggie Cheung star. (96 min, PG-13) I, ROBOT##1/2 Will Smith stars in this sci-fieffects fest directed by Alex (Dark City) Proyas and based on an Isaac Asimov shortstory collection, in which a detective discovers that servant androids pose a threat to humankind. With Bridget Moynahan and Chi McBride. (115 min, PG-13) KING ARTHUR##1/2 Antoine (Training Day) Fuqua directs this Jerry Bruckheimer extravaganza marketed as the first “historically accurate� version of the timeless legend. Clive Owen stars. (140 min, PG-13) THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE###1/2 What’s next — Citizen Kane remade by Renny Harlin? Jonathan Demme updates John Frankenheimer’s 1962 movie mindgame about a vet who’s used as a pawn in a political scheme. Denzel Washington and Liev Schreiber stand in for Frank Sinatra and Laurence Harvey. Sure, this sounds like it should work. (126 min, R) MEAN GIRLS### Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams star in the latest from Mark (Freaky Friday) Waters, the story of a homeschooled teen who enters public school and is shocked to find it a savage social jungle in which only
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NEW ON DVD/VHS THE PUNISHER#1/2 Tiresome Trend Alert! Yet another comic book provides the basis for bigscreen product. Jonathan Hensleigh makes his directorial debut with this adaptation of the Marvel series concerning a muscle-bound vigilante of mystery who relies on his intelligence and combat experience to avenge those wronged by society’s villains. Starring Thomas Jane, John Travolta and Laura Elena Harring. (124 min, R) SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, WINTER...AND SPRING#### Written and directed by the South Korean filmmaker Ki-duk Kim, this critically-acclaimed work is set entirely on and around a floating Buddhist monastery and offers an hypnotic exploration of a human life’s seasons. (113 min, NR) SOUL PLANE#1/2 Snoop Dogg, Method Man and Monique star in director Jessy Terrero’s debut comedy, in which a disgruntled passenger sues an airline and starts one of his own with the resulting settlement money. Tom Arnold and Kevin Hart costar. (87 min, R) THE LADYKILLERS###1/2 Tom Hanks teams up with the Coen brothers for this remake of the 1955 comedy about a gang of thieves and conmen who meet their match in a little old lady. With Marlon Wayans and Irma P. Hall. (96 min, R) 슞
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BIJOU CINEPLEX 1-2-3-4 Rt. 100, Morrisville, 888-3293. wednesday 8 — thursday 9 Manchurian Candidate 6:45. Princess Diaries 2 6:40. Exorcist: The Beginning 6:50. Without a Paddle 7. friday 10 — thursday 16 *Resident Evil: Apocalypse 1:10 (Sat & Sun), 7, 9:10 (Fri & Sat). Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid 1 (Sat & Sun), 6:50, 9:10 (Fri & Sat). Super Babies: Baby Geniuses 2: 1:05 (Sat & Sun), 6:45. Without a Paddle 1:15 (Sat & Sun), 6:40, 8:30. Exorcist: The Beginning 8:30.
ESSEX OUTLETS CINEMA Essex Outlet Fair, Rt. 15 & 289, Essex Junction, 879-6543 wednesday 8 — thursday 9 Alien vs. Predator 12:30. Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30. Hero 12:40, 2:50, 5:15, 7:40, 9:45. Open Water 2:45, 4:45, 7, 9:20. Paparazzi 12:40, 2:50, 5:10, 7:20, 9:40. Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement 12:15, 2:40, 5, 7:30, 9:50. Suspect Zero 12:20, 2:30, 4:45, 7:10, 9:20. Wicker Park 1, 4, 6:45, 9:15. Without a Paddle 12:20, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40, 9:50. friday 10 — thursday 16 *Cellular 12:30, 2:50, 5, 7:15, 9:30. *Resident Evil: Apocalypse 12:45, 3, 5:15, 7:30, 9:45. Hero 12:40, 3, 5:15, 7:40, 9:45. Open Water 7, 9:20. Paparazzi 12:40, 2:50, 5:10, 7:20, 9:40. Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement 12:15, 2:40, 5, 7:30, 9:50. Super Babies: Baby Geniuses 2 12:45, 2:45, 4:50. Wicker Park 1, 4, 6:45, 9:15. Without a Paddle 12:20, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40, 9:50.
ETHAN ALLEN CINEMAS 4 North Ave., Burlington, 863-6040. wednesday 8 — thursday 9 The Notebook 6:40, 9:10. Dodgeball 7. Anchorman 9:20. Terminal 9:25. Day After Tomorrow 6:30. King Arthur 6:50. The Village 9:15. friday 10 — thursday 16 The Notebook 6:40, 9:10. Dodgeball 7. The Clearing 7:10, 9:20. Anchorman 9:05. Day After Tomorrow 1:10 (Sat & Sun), 9:15. Spider-Man 2 1 (Sat & Sun), 6:30. Shrek 2 1:30 (Sat & Sun). Yu-GiOh! 1:10 (Sat & Sun).
6:50, 9:20. Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid 1:25, 4, 7:10, 9:30. Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement 1:05, 3:20, 6, 8:30. Suspect Zero 1:15, 3:35, 7:05, 9:15. Without a Paddle 1:20, 3:30, 7:15, 9:35. Bourne Supremacy 6:55, 9:35. Open Water 2:50, 4:30, 6:10, 7:50. Shrek 2 12:50, 2:45. Super Babies: Baby Geniuses 2: 1, 3, 5. Exorcist: The Beginning 9:40. YuGi-Oh!: The Movie 12:55.
Paparazzi 12:10, 2:30, 4:45, 7:10, 9:55. Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid 12:05, 2:20, 4:40, 7:15, 9:45. Suspect Zero 12:45, 3:40, 7:05, 9:50. Hero 12:25, 3:25, 6:50, 9:30. Without a Paddle 12, 2:15, 4:35, 6:55, 9:35. Open Water 12:20, 2:25, 4:30, 7:20, 10. Collateral 12:35, 3:35, 6:40, 9:35. The Manchurian Candidate 12:15, 3:15, 6:30, 9:20.
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THE SAVOY THEATER wednesday 8 — thursday 16 The Corporation 1:30 (Baby-friendly, Monday only), 4:30, 7:30.
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CAPITOL SHOWPLACE 93 State Street, Montpelier, 229-0343. THE ECLIPSE THEATER Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-7787. PARAMOUNT THEATRE 211 North Main Street, Barre, 479-4921. WELDEN THEATER 104 No. Main St., St. Albans, 527-7888.
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Glenn Gabbard, author of The Psychology of the Sopranos, and Professor of Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine, will talk about the portrayal of psychotherapy in the highly-acclaimed HBO series using clips from all five seasons. Joining him will be the Emmy-award winning writers for the show, Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess, along with the psychiatric consultant to the show, Professor of Psychiatry, Ronald Green, from Dartmouth University. SPACE IS LIMITED SO PLEASE REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 22: $55.00 for non-VAPS members; $45.00 for VAPS members $35 for Students (need Student Identification) For more information call: Kristy Sands at (802) 658-0093
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BOARD MEETING Vermont summers are brief. The Lake Champlain Board Riders make up for this fact by cramming thrills and fun normally associated with surfing into an area without an ocean. The group holds its first open tournament for wakesports this Sunday, inviting riders from throughout New England to compete for prizes and giveaways. Hangers-on strap boards to their feet and skim along behind boats traveling at up to 24 miles-perhour, then carom off single- or double-wake edges to catch impressive air. Summer may be short, but it’s sweet, dude. VERMONT WAKEBOARD & WAKESKATE OPEN Sunday, September 12, North Beach, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $37-70 to participate, free to watch. Info, 578-2869.
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Agriculture has become less and less a part of our lives, but Vermonters still love a county fair. Each year, the Champlain Valley Expo throbs with crowds craving fatty foods, freak shows and shiny new farm machinery. It’s a spectacle guaranteed to both quicken the pulse and turn the stomach. The young are quickly overwhelmed. Barely inside the gates, a small boy stood transfixed by the first booth he saw, which sold plastic trumpets. His mother spoke to him slowly, outlining his options: “If you would rather have a trumpet than go on any rides…” she said, trailing off ominously. He froze, unable to decide. Adults wandered wide-eyed through the Expo warehouse, where businesses and organizations hawked their wares. A sixtysomething couple reclined on a motorized adjustable bed as the salesman explained its features. At the Amazing Grace Mission table, two women tried to sell salvation. They handed out religious tracts, including one that warned, in cartoonish script, “Sinners will burn in hell forever.” I took a few, then turned to leave. One of the women tried to reel me in. “I just have one question,” she said. “Are you 50, 75 or 100 percent sure that you’ll go to heaven when you die?” Nearby outside, a vendor sold white T-shirts that read, “Bump ’n’ grind Redneck style — nothin’ wrong with a little chew while you screw.” Inside his tent hung shirts bearing a red-eyed cartoon Grinch sucking smoke from a bong. “I would smoke weed in a boat, with a goat, in my socks in a box, in a car at a bar,” read the caption. Where’s a missionary when you need one? Over on the midway, Tom Krug of Essex tumbled out of one of the Zipper’s metal cages, designed to keep riders from falling out when they’re flipped upside down. His 14-year-old daughter hopped out, grinning and ready to ride again. Her father was less enthused. “I didn’t like it,” he groaned. “I really didn’t like it. That was way too much spinning around.” CATHY RESMER
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WED.08 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. SINGER-SONGWRITER CONTEST: Southview Arts sponsors a multiweek competition for local tunesmiths at Sidelines Tavern, Rutland, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 235-2766. VERMONT GAY MEN’S CHORUS: The choral group that calls itself “A Vocal Minority” welcomes new members at a fall rehearsal kick-off. Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 633-3605. DAVID MURPHEY: The local singer entertains eaters with a concert of American roots music. Positive Pie, Plainfield, 5:30-8 p.m. Free with dinner. Info, 454-0133.
JAMES NAISMITH PORTRAYAL: Actor Robert Cheney assumes the identity of basketball’s inventor and talks about the history of the sport. Brenda’s Kitchen, Richford, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 933-4188. ELIZABETH CADY STANTON PORTRAYAL: Historian Susanne Poulette-Cheney brings the fiery suffragist to life and speaks her mind on women’s rights. Greater Hartford United Church of Christ, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 296-2470.
film ‘THE CORPORATION’: Documentarians Mark Achbar and Jennifer Abbott use humor and hard-hitting interviews to dissect companies’ legal basis for existing. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600.
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‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: Work on your sensuous nightclub routines at this weekly Latin dance session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, nonmembers, 6 p.m., members, 7 p.m. $5-10. Info, 598-1077.
Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: Fifty fabulous fabrications by Windsor County quilters spin off demos and activities for all ages. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $9. Info, 457-2355.
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SHELBURNE PLAYERS AUDITIONS: Actors try out for one male and seven female roles in Neil Simon’s comedy Jake’s Women. Old Town Hall, Shelburne, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 985-0780. ESSEX COMMUNITY PLAYERS: Aspiring actors audition for eight roles in a fall production of the musical The Fantastiks. Memorial Hall, Essex Center, 7-10 p.m. Info, 879-6577. ‘ROMEO AND JULIET’ MEETING: Area high school students get the details on this production at Middlebury Union High School, Middlebury, 3:15 p.m. Free. Info, 382-1156.
WRITING GROUP: Penmen and women generate ideas and get instant feedback at a weekly free-write session. Kept Writer Bookshop, St. Albans, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 527-6242. SUSAN EDSALL READING: The Vermont author kicks off a memoir series with a talk about her book, Into the Blue. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. SPIRITUAL BOOK DISCUSSION: Readers of Harold Klemp’s Past Lives, Dreams, and Soul Travel discuss the author’s religious movement as it relates to his work. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3364.
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RAPTOR PROGRAM: Folks flock to the waterfront natural history museum to learn about winged hunters and messengers. ECHO Center, Burlington, 11:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. $9. Info, 864-1848.
BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: Activists stand together in opposition to the U.S. occupation of Iraq. Top of Church Street, Burlington, 55:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3045. ‘UNPRECEDENTED’ SCREENING: A Q & A with Vermont Secretary of State Deborah Markowitz follows this documentary on the 2000 election. Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 655-4184. YMCA FORUM: People put in their two cents about a proposal to move the Burlington fitness facility to the waterfront Moran Generating Plant. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7144.
kids WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: Children gather for games, songs and stories at the Westford Library, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-5639. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Tots take in their favorite tales at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 985-5124. ANIMAL FEEDING: Watch critters do lunch with help from the animal-care staff at ECHO, Burlington, noon & 3 p.m. $6-9. Info, 864-1848. BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Readings of family faves provide morning fun at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. ‘MOVING & GROOVING’: Kids ages 2-5 boogie down with rock ’n’ roll and world-beat music. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. HOMESCHOOLER PROGRAM: Students 3 and up learn about farming, forestry and land stewardship on a field trip to the Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $5. Preregistration and info, 457-2355.
sport HOCKEY EQUIPMENT SALE: Stick too short? Players of all ages shop for helmets, skates and other stuff at this benefit for local teams. Cairns Arena, South Burlington, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-3678. HASH HOUSE HARRIERS: The local chapter of the international cross-country club meets for fun, beer and, oh yeah, running. City Hall Park, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. $5. Info, 318-5527.
etc FARMERS’ MARKET: Graze among homegrown produce, baked goods and crafts at open-air booths. Two Rivers Center, Montpelier, 2-6 p.m. Free. Info, 223-1515. REIKI CLINIC: Find out how it feels to center your chi through ancient touch therapy. Reiki Clinic, Bristol, 5-8 p.m. Donations. Info, 453-0203. ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: Maritime history buffs and the generally curious explore this authentic reproduction of an 1860s canal schooner. Plattsburgh Boat Basin, N.Y., arrives late afternoon. Free. Info, 475-2022. BATTLE COMMEMORATION: A week of re-enactments, historic tours and various events highlights the War of 1812’s Battle of Plattsburgh. Plattsburgh, N.Y., area, various times and locations. $5. Info, 518-563-4375. KILLINGTON CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE RALLY: Bikers ride herd during a four-day touring rally featuring fireworks, a Hawaiian luau and a 6mile parade. Killington area, various times and locations. $20-40. Info, 1-877-245-3976.
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THU.09 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. RHYTHM & BREWS COFFEEHOUSE: Musicians with a penchant for performing step up to the open mike at the Living and Learning Center Commons Building, University of Vermont, Burlington, 8-10 p.m. Free. Info, 656-4200. COMMUNITY SINGING WORKSHOP: The choral directors of Village Harmony teach adults and teens vibrant four-part harmonies from around the world — no need to read music. Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Shelburne, 7-9:30 p.m. $7-10. Info, 985-2827. MORRISVILLE MILITARY BAND: Members of the armed forces get instrumental on the grounds of People’s Academy, Morrisville, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 888-3257.
dance ‘OUT OF THE VOID’: The London-based Tripsichore Yoga Theatre fuses traditional asanas with inventive choreography at Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966. LINE DANCING: Show off your fancy footwork at the Harvest Moon Banquet Room, Essex Junction, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $8.50. Info, 288-8044.
drama ESSEX COMMUNITY PLAYERS: See September 8. ‘ROMEO AND JULIET’ AUDITIONS: Area high school students try out for star-crossed stardom at Middlebury Union High School, 3:15 p.m. Free. Info, 382-1156. ‘SWING STREET’: In this play set in 1941, a young singer from Harlem and a pianist from London learn to get along while playing jazz in a Manhattan club. Dorset Playhouse, 8 p.m. $25-44. Info, 867-5777. ‘COLLECTED STORIES’: Donald Marguiles’ play features two fiction writers whose personal and professional paths collide. Depot Theatre, Westport, N.Y., 8 p.m. $19. Info, 518962-4449.
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Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See September 8. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: Shutterbugs develop film and print pictures at the Center for Photographic Studies, Barre, 6-9 p.m. $8 per hour. Info, 479-4127.
words BOOK DISCUSSION: Readers chew on issues around immigration and the Italian tradition through Camille Cusumano’s The Last Cannoli. Charlotte Library, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 425-3864. ‘PORTRAITS OF THE ARTISTS’: Peter Burns leads literary art-lovers in examining Tracy Chevalier’s Girl with a Pearl Earring. Fairfax Community Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 849-2420. ANDREA LEARNED READING: The co-author of Don’t Think Pink dishes on what makes women buy. See calendar spotlight. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. ‘BASEBALL AND THE WRITING LIFE’: Vermont author Howard Frank Mosher presents a slideshow to pitch his new novel Waiting for Teddy Williams. The Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 872-2627. ‘CIVILIZATION AND GLOBALIZATION’: Library patrons discuss Samuel Huntington’s The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of the World Order. Stowe Free Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 253-6145.
talks RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8. IRA ALLEN TALK: The director of the Vermont History Center describes one of the state’s founding fathers at the Ellsworth Room, Johnson State College Library, 2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1416. INVENTVERMONT MEETING: Innovator and marketing expert Jeff Mannion gives pointers on presenting your own inventions. Vermont Room, Alliot Student Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 456-7487.
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‘THE CORPORATION’: See September 8.
ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. HOME SCHOOLER PROGRAM: See September 8.
SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: Youngsters ages 3-5 get together for easy listening at the South Burlington Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. BARRE LIBRARY STORY HOUR: Kids ages 3-5 break into books at the Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, ext. 308. DADS’ PLAYGROUP: Fathers and their offspring bond through fun and games. Family Center, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 828-8765. KIDS’ GARDEN TOUR: Young ones explore the world of plants on a walk around the Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Free. Info, 658-2433. ‘LITTLE ROOTS’ STORYTIME: Kids gather in the garden to hear tales about plants, flowers and bugs. Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 658-2433. ESSEX FREE LIBRARY STORYTIME: Tykes rally for reading at the Essex Free Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 879-0313.
sport HOCKEY EQUIPMENT SALE: See September 8. BURLINGTON WOMEN’S RUGBY CLUB: Ladies scrum for fun at Fort Ethan Allen Field, Colchester, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 951-9720.
activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See September 8.
etc FARMERS’ MARKET: See September 8, Rt. 15, Jericho, 3-6:30 p.m. ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: See September 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. BATTLE COMMEMORATION: See September 8. KILLINGTON CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE RALLY: See September 8. INTERVALE THURSDAYS: Take a break from city life with tours, talks, live music and food sampling at Burlington’s community-supported farm. Intervale Foundation, Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 660-0440, ext. 101. BURLINGTON BUSINESS ASSOCIATION: Breakfast with a panel of local public transportation experts to learn about current planning initiatives. Main Street Landing, Burlington, 7:30-9 a.m. $5. Info, 863-1175. STEP UP TO POLICING FOR WOMEN: Northern New England Tradeswomen offer info to females considering law enforcement careers.
Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0004, ext. 108. HAUNTED FOREST KICK-OFF: Volunteers reconnect and learn about this year’s Halloween production. Williston Federated Church, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 238-0923. COMMUNITY CLINIC: Alternative practitioners demonstrate hands-on healing arts. Vermont Integrated Medicine, Montpelier, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Donation. Info, 229-2635. TOASTMASTERS CLUB: Speech makers gather to practice public oratory and leadership-building skills. Windjammer Inn and Conference Center, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 879-2808.
FRI.10 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. PIANO RECITAL: Dutch pianist and South Burlington resident Annemieke Spoelstra performs a selection of solo pieces at the McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. TRIO ECCUCI: A concert of multiple-melodied songs from Corsica helps raise funds for this vocal trio’s trip to an international polyphony symposium. Christ Church, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 426-3210. BORROMEO STRING QUARTET: Capital City Concerts opens its season with this worldfamous group performing works by Beethoven, Mozart and Leos Janacek. See calendar spotlight. St. Paul’s Cathedral, Burlington, 8 p.m. $18. Info, 864-0471. THE WARRENS: The local tunesmith-rockers bring the South End Art Hop to ReCycle North, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 658-4143, ext. 15. CONCENTRIC: Folks hop to electronic dance rock at this benefit for ReCycle North’s Building Material Center, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 658-4143, ext. 15. BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES: Singer-songwriter Patrick Fitzsimmons serenades downtown at lunchtime. Christ Church Pocket Park, Montpelier, noon - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 229-9408. BAREFOOT FIDDLERS: First-year violinists ages 8 to 12 flex their fingers on Appalachian favorites at the Farmers’ Market. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3:45-4:15 p.m. Free. Info, 434-5273.
nonprofit events for the fall! Nonprofit Conference & annual meeting October 28, 2004 Stoweflake Mountain Resort Stowe, VT
The Business of Mission: Nonprofits in a Complex World
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Nonprofit Workshops! 40 workshops September-December throughout Vermont with topics including: Advocacy & Public Policy Human Relations Leadership Organizational Development Board Development Financial Management Marketing Public Relations Fundraising & more! Workshop descriptions, full schedule and registration information available at
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Works by Mozart, Beethoven, Janacek with flutist Karen Kevra
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Saturday, September 11 • 8PM Montpelier Unitarian Church Montpelier 802.476.8188 Tickets: $8 - $18
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CIRCADIA: An acoustic mix of original, traditional and contemporary folk rock entertains visitors to the Farmers’ Market. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 434-5273. BROOKS WILLIAMS: This Georgia-born musician sings solo and brings bluesy fingerstyle guitar to the Shrewsbury Library, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 492-3063.
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dance CENTRAL VERMONT SQUARES: Caller Al Monty welcomes singles and couples to this casualdress beginners’ square dance. Capitol City Grange, Montpelier, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 476-5895. BURLINGTON CONTRA DANCE: Caller Chrissy Fowler is backed up by the band Bibelot. Dancers in clean, soft-soled shoes convene at St. Anthony’s Church Hall, Burlington, 8 p.m. $7. Info, 434-2446. BALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL: Singles and couples of all ages learn the basics of ballroom, swing and Latin dancing. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 862-2207.
drama ‘SWING STREET’: See September 9. ‘COLLECTED STORIES’: See September 9. ‘THEATER IN THE NUDE ROUND’: Local amateur thespians perform six 10-minute, one-act plays to benefit Straight Talk Vermont. Burlington City Hall Auditorium, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 864-0204, ext. 101. ‘OF MICE AND MEN’: On the Verge Theater presents John Steinbeck’s classic story about two drifters dreaming of a place to call their own. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1416. ‘TRIBUTES AND MEMORIES’: A pair of multifaceted impersonators bring Elvis, Rodney Dangerfield and others to life in a musical comedy variety show at the Paramount Theater, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 775-0570. COMEDY AT THE FLYNN: Jason P. Lorber stands up for laughs with improv troupe Kamikaze Comedy. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $12. Info, 863-5966.
IT AIN’T BOB, BABE How does it feel? In a tribute-by-trial, entrants in this look-and-sound-alike contest poke reverent fun at a folk icon and each other. Covering either Dylan-esque tunes or selections from the bushy-haired balladeer’s back pages, contestants mimic the nasal voice of a generation for a chance to win a new phonograph and a 180-gram vinyl reissue of Blonde on Blonde. Folkies who register by September 8 can wear wigs, hats or false eyelashes when they lay down their weary tunes. But be forewarned: Anyone who shows up with an electric guitar risks getting booed offstage. BOB DYLAN WANNABE CONTEST Saturday, September 11, Riverwalk Records, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3334.
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film ‘THE COMPANY’: Robert Altman directs Neve Campbell and Chicago’s Joffrey Ballet in this ensemble drama about the life of a dance company. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $6. Info, 518-523-2512.
art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See September 8. SOUTH END ART HOP: Artists and businesses team up to transform the city with studio and gallery tours, demos, a dance party and a rockin’ good time for all. See “Eyewitness,” this issue. Burlington’s South End, various locations, 5-11:30 p.m. Free. Info, 859-9222.
RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8.
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kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. SONGS & STORIES: Kids of all ages join Matthew Witten for folksongs and funny tales. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: Youngsters ages 3-5 get together for easy listening at the South Burlington Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: Little ones let loose in a fun, friendly, toy-filled atmosphere. Hinesburg Town Hall, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 453-3038.
BIRD MIGRATION WALK: Early risers watch for warblers, vireos and thrushes at the North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7-8:30 a.m. $5. Info, 229-6206.
activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See September 8.
etc FARMERS’ MARKETS: See September 8, Granite Junction, Hardwick, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 4725584. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 434-5273. ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: See
OTIS MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL: The Gibson Brothers headline this community celebration of bluegrass, folk and traditional tunes. Otis Mountain, Elizabethtown, N.Y., 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. $20. Info, 518-962-8687.
dance BARN DANCE: Live music and dancing follow sack races, hay rides and a harvest dinner. A maximum of 100 tickets keeps things cozy at Beard’s Barn, Barnes Hill, Waterbury Center, 38 p.m. $40 per family. Info, 244-1843. CONTRA DANCE: Northern Spy makes music for dancers in clean shoes. Andy Davis is the caller. Tracy Hall, Norwich, 8 p.m. $7. Info, 785-4607.
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September 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. BATTLE COMMEMORATION: See September 8. KILLINGTON CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE RALLY: See September 8. LARP: Wannabe wizards, werewolves and vampires get together for fantasy role-play at City Hall Park, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 598-9859. MARKETFEST: Senator Patrick Leahy and Mayor Peter Clavelle unveil and dedicate Church Street’s new City Hall Block, followed by fiddling from the band Atlantic Crossing. Burlington City Hall, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253. CLOTHING DROP ’N’ SWAP: Drop off clean clothing and rags today, and you can pick up great free stuff tomorrow. Barre Civic Center, noon - 7 p.m. Free. Info, 229-9383.
Also, see clubdates in Section A. TRIO ECCUCI: See September 10, East Craftsbury Presbyterian Church. BORROMEO STRING QUARTET: See September 10, Unitarian Church, Montpelier. Info, 476-8188. SOULIVE: This funk group recently returned from a tour in Brazil delivers high-energy hip-hop at the Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 9 p.m. $15. Info, 635-1416. MAD RIVER CHORALE CONCERT: Members of the Barre Choraleers and the Randolph Singers join the Chorale to raise their voices in commemoration of September 11. Old Labor Hall, Barre, 8 p.m. $12. Info, 496-4781. JAMES HARVEY & GARUDA: The Vermont native and jazz composer performs new work at the FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 863-5966. CELTIC MUSIC WORKSHOP: Fiddler Jeremy Kittel and guitarist Roger Kahle offer tips for their respective instruments at the Thetford Congregational Church, 1-3 p.m. $20. Registration and info, 333-9004. ‘ECHOES FROM THE OPERA HOUSE’: A celebration of song from opera to Broadway rocks the rafters at the Enosburg Opera House, 7:30 p.m. $12. Info, 933-6171. BOB DYLAN WANNABE CONTEST: Tousle-haired lads and lasses do their best to look and sound like the acoustic legend. See calendar spotlight. Riverwalk Records, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3334.
‘SWING STREET’: See September 9, 4 & 8:30 p.m. ‘COLLECTED STORIES’: See September 9, 2 & 8 p.m. THE 24-HOUR PLAY FESTIVAL: Students write, direct and produce an assortment of short plays in a single day, then perform them at McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.
art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. QUILT EXHIBITION: See September 8. SOUTH END ART HOP: See September 10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. ANIMATION SURVEY WORKSHOP: Wallace and Gromit fans, unite! Participants of all ages try their hand at drawn, Flash and stop-motion animation techniques using clay, paper cutouts and found objects. Motion School, 416 Pine Street, Burlington, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, 658-4267, ext. 1. ARTIST MARKET: Local artists show their stuff and offer original works for sale. Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts Plaza, Burlington, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-5356. PASTEL PORTRAIT DEMO: Artist Livy Hitchcock shows savvy sketchers how to capture a likeness at Artists’ Mediums, Williston, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 879-1236. ORIGAMI CRANES FOR PEACE: People with patient fingers learn to fold paper cranes at the Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7166. BARRE GRANITE FESTIVAL: Curious about carvers? See sculpting demos, tour famous memorials and learn about the immigrants who
built this city on rock. Vermont Granite Museum and various locations, Barre, 10 a.m. 3 p.m. Free. Info, 476-4605.
words RUTH HOROWITZ READING: The Burlington author and Seven Days editor enlists a five-person “chorus” to read from her novel-in-progress, Little Grandma’s Mirror, followed by refreshments. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0218. NATIVE AMERICAN STORYTELLING: Michael Caduto shares traditional tales from Native cultures at Sterling College, Craftsbury Common, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 586-7711, ext. 150.
talks RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8. CAROLINE CASEY: Directly after covering the Republican National Convention, the “visionary activist,” astrologer and radio host speaks on politics, science and practical magic. Holley Hall, Bristol, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 877-3863. COMMUNITY DISCUSSION DAY: State representative Martha Heath moderates a public forum on government, media and democracy. Westford Public Library, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 878-5639. AUDUBON KEYNOTE: Poet and Middlebury College English professor John Elder talks about the past and future role of conservation in Vermont. Green Mountain Audubon Nature Center, Huntington, 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 434-3068. AMERICAN REVOLUTION LECTURE: Historian Charles Butterfield speaks on the 1776 surrender to an American outpost near Montréal. Mount Independence, Orwell, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 948-2000.
kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. ‘SATURDAY STORIES’: Librarians read from popular picture books at the Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 878-0313. BORDERS STORYTIME: Little bookworms listen to stories at Borders, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-2711. CHILDREN’S STORYTIME: Youngsters take in their favorite tales at the Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex Junction, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 872-2627. BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Kids ages 4 and up settle down for stories at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. MONARCHS FOR FAMILIES: Migratory butterfly feats win wows in this outdoor program at the
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North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 10 a.m. - noon. $10 per child, free for adults. Registration and info, 229-6206. FREE SATURDAY SAMPLER: Children participate in a 45-minute class and visit the FlynnArts education studios. Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington, various times. Free. Registration and info, 652-4548. KIDS’ FISHING DERBY: Anglers ages 5-14 catch and release at the Burlington Community Boathouse, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $2. Info, 864-0123. RIVER ART & PUPPET-MAKING: Kids create a water-animal-themed banner for an upcoming Winooski River parade. Kellogg Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8080.
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sport BOG WALK: After a short slide show about bog ecology, intrepid waders don waterproof footgear and explore the real thing. Brighton State Park, Brighton, noon - 4 p.m. $5. Registration and info, 723-6551, ext. 115. ADIRONDACKS RIDGE HIKE: Explorers on this moderate 6.5-mile trek go up Big Crow, follow Nun-da-ga-o Ridge to Weston Mountain and circle back to Crow Clearing. Call for Burlington area meeting time and location. Free. Info, 863-1145. MOUNT MANSFIELD RIDGE HIKE: Drivers to the top of the toll road can join this Vermont Sierra Club ecology walk across the summit of the state’s highest peak. Top of Mount Mansfield, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 434-2411.
activism USED BIKE COLLECTION: Save your ’cycle from the landfill — Pedals for Progress repairs adult bicycles and sends them to developing countries. Chittenden Solid Waste Drop Off, Pine Street, Burlington, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $10. Info, 865-0255, ext. 112. CHRISTOPHER SWAIN: The swimmer takes a break from swimming the length of Lake Champlain to talk about the importance of clean water. Montpelier City Hall, 8:30 a.m. Free. Info, 223-8080. COMMUNITY RIVER CLEANUP: Public stewards tidy up along the banks of the Winooski River. Meet at Montpelier City Hall, 9 a.m. Free. Info, 223-8080.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Burlington has long been a bastion of classical concertizing. But Queen City music mavens still have reason to celebrate Capital City Concerts’ expansion beyond Montpelier. For one, the renown of the Borromeo String Quartet. With 15 years of ensemble experience, the foursome displays a caliber of musicianship that’s rivaled only by their riveting emotional engagement with selected material. In Burlington, they deliver works by Beethoven and Leos Janacek. Montpelier flutist Karen Kevra joins them for Mozart’s Quartet in C Major for Flute and Strings.
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FARMERS’ MARKETS: See September 8, Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30
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SAT.11 << 09B p.m. Free. Info, 888-889-8188. Downtown Montpelier, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 6854360. Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 496-5856. ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: See September 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. BATTLE COMMEMORATION: See September 8. KILLINGTON CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE RALLY: See September 8. CIVIL WAR WEEKEND: Mock battles, re-enactments and demos give glimpses into the lives of 1860s Union and Confederate soldiers. Historic Brookside Farms, Orwell, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, 948-2727. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ENCAMPMENT: More than 500 re-enactors assemble to give visitors a peek into the past at Fort Ticonderoga, N.Y., 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $12. Info, 518-585-2821. ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY: Experts frequently featured on PBS’s “Antiques Road Show” assess the value and history of your old stuff. Lake Placid Horseshow Pavilion, N.Y., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $15 per item, free to watch. Info, 518523-1238. FLEA MARKET: Proceeds from your purchases help fund an 8th-grade student trip to France. Bishop John A. Marshall Catholic School, Morrisville, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, 888-3577. DAY OF REMEMBRANCE: The site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought in Vermont opens its gates for free today. Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Info, 273-2282. MARKETFEST: Church Street hosts an international craft fair with street performances in downtown Burlington, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253. CLOTHING DROP ’N’ SWAP: Thrifty types pick up clean, free clothing at the Barre Civic Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Info, 229-9383. VERMONT SMALL FARMS FOOD FESTIVAL: Apple pickers listen to live music and sample specialty foods prepared by local vendors. Shelburne Orchards, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 985-2753. PULLED PORK BBQ: Diners take home take-out or pig out in place at Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 5 & 6:15 p.m. $8. Info, 863-6764. ‘DIGGING, DIVING AND DOCUMENTING’: Families immerse themselves in preserving, recording and managing the lake’s rich legacy of historic shipwrecks. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 1-3 p.m. $9. Info, 475-2022.
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PRESERVATION BURLINGTON TOUR: A stroll around the ’hood provides a new appreciation for downtown architecture. Burlington City Hall, 11 a.m. $5. Info, 238-2918. BEAN HOLE SUPPER: Buffet browsers try beans with all the fixings, then enjoy music from the Green Mountain Banjos. Baptist Building, Fairfax, 5 p.m. $8. Info, 849-6201. HARVEST FAIR: Live music, a flower show, and food and craft vendors create a party in Rochester Park, Route 100, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 767-3025. DOWSING GROUP: Seekers of more than water practice their technique, then hear a presentation on “Dowsing Your Multidimensional Selves.” Hauke Center, Champlain College, Burlington, 9:30 a.m. Donations. Info, 879-7838. CHOCOLATE-MAKING CLASS: Truffle lovers learn how to make, sculpt and decorate cocoa confections from a professional chocolatier. Lake Champlain Chocolates, Pine Street, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 264-2172. AUDUBON BIRTHDAY PARTY: The Vermont branch of this bird-centered nature organization celebrates 40 years with an all-day gala of guided walks, storytelling, food and family fun. Green Mountain Audubon Nature Center, Huntington, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 434-3068. GARLIC FESTIVAL: Gourmet samplings, live music and a cook-off celebrate the harvest. See calendar spotlight. Two Rivers Center, Montpelier, 1-6 p.m. $3. Info, 223-1515. FALL PERENNIAL SWAP: Gardeners tidy up their plots and trade plants in labeled containers at the Burnham Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 879-7576.
SUN.12 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. MAD RIVER CHORALE CONCERT: See September 11, Bundy Center for the Arts, Waitsfield, 4 p.m. ANDY M. STEWART: A founding member of the Celtic super-group Silly Wizard joins Gerry O’Beirne for an evening of Scottish folk. United Methodist Church, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 388-0216. FIDDLE CONCERT: The Northeast Fiddlers Association gathers for a monthly music-making session. Paul’s Sugarhouse, Derby Line, 15:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 229-1244.
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ADIRONDACK WIND ENSEMBLE: Area musicians perform a summer finale featuring popular Revolutionary War-era tunes. Trinity Episcopal Church, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. $5. Info, 518-564-2180.
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FINDERS KEEPERS: NPR contributor and Found Magazine creator Davy Rothbart celebrates life’s detritus with his new book Found: The Best Lost, Tossed and Forgotten Items From Around the World. Radio Bean, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 660-9346.
NATURE WALK: Check out regional flora and fauna on a saunter around the Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 2 p.m. $2-4. Info, 434-2167. BELVEDERE HIKE: Day-trippers on this moderate 5.6 mile trip follow the Long Trail from Route 118 to the mountaintop fire tower. Call for meeting time and location. Free. Info, 863-2433. CONSERVATION CYCLE: Lake Champlain Land Trust stewards share facts with riders on a bicycle route through natural areas. Begins at One Main Street, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Registration and info, 862-4150. VERMONT WAKEBOARD & WAKESKATE OPEN: Athletes spin arcs over boat wakes and get points for good form. See calendar spotlight. North Beach, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $3770 to participate, free to watch. Info, 578-2869. CENTURY DAY: Cyclists choose one of three rides of increasing length and difficulty, but everyone pedals together for the first 25 miles. Meet at Dorset Park, South Burlington, 7:30 a.m. Free. Info, 864-0101. ‘ROW STOWE’: Scullers of all ages and experience team up at this indoor benefit for the Vermont Children’s Aid Society. Ye Olde England Inne, Stowe, 1-6 p.m. $110-$550. Registration and info, 655-0006.
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RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8. HEIRLOOM PLANTS: Avid gardeners learn how to find and propagate varieties of once-domestic garden plants on a walk beginning at the Morrill Homestead, Strafford, 1 p.m. $5. Info, 765-4484. SPIRITUALITY TALK: Author Elizabeth Barberi speaks on sex and spirituality, then reads from her book Matter of Spirit at a different location. Spirit Dancer Books & Gifts, Burlington, 1 p.m. and Queen City Park Firehouse, South Burlington, 4 p.m. Donations. Info, 864-5989.
FARMERS’ MARKET: See September 8, Historic Cambridge Freight Yard, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 588-0826. ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: See September 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. BATTLE COMMEMORATION: See September 8. KILLINGTON CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE RALLY: See September 8. CIVIL WAR WEEKEND: See September 11. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ENCAMPMENT: See September 11. MAH JONGG: Bring your set and your game face to Temple Sinai, S. Burlington, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 862-5125. CENTENNIAL FESTIVAL: The college thanks area towns for 100 years of goodwill with a day of games, food and entertainment. St. Michael’s College, Colchester, noon - 4 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536. GIGANTIC FLEA MARKET: Bargain-hunters peruse piles at Vermont’s largest indoor flea market. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. $2. Info, 878-5545.
dance DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE: Meditative movers promote peace through joyful circle dances. Montpelier Shambhala Center, 4-6 p.m. $5-7. Info, 658-2447.
drama ‘SWING STREET’: See September 9, 3 p.m. ‘COLLECTED STORIES’: See September 9, 7 p.m.
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kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. RIVER ART & PUPPET-MAKING: See September 11, All Together Now, East Montpelier, 1-6 p.m. MARKIDFEST: A celebration of cultural diversity for children kicks off with a morning treasure hunt followed by activities and entertainment. Church Street, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7253.
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HANDS-ON HISTORY: Relive the past with ancient stone-tool exhibitions and old-time games. Chimney Point State Historic Site, Addison, 2-4 p.m. $2.50. Info, 759-2412. WILD MUSHROOMS: Would-be wildcrafters learn the difference between delicious and deadly, then try their luck on a guided fungi forage. Groton State Park, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $30. Registration and info, 229-6206. INSECT WALK: Experts from the Vermont Entomological Society lead a fun-filled jaunt to discover some of the mountain’s smallest residents. Mount Independence State Historic Site, Orwell, 1-3 p.m. $5. Info, 948-2000. BURLINGTON AREA SCRABBLE CLUB: Letter wranglers make every word count by playing competitive, tournament-style Scrabble. Bring your board to Allenwood at Pillsbury Manor, South Burlington, 2-6 p.m. Free. Info, 655-6192. SPAGHETTI DINNER: The public takes pleasure in pasta at this benefit for the Vermont Livable Wage Campaign. Unitarian Church, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. $5-15. Info, 863-2345, ext. 8. LIVING ARTS FESTIVAL: Local musicians entertain while more than 60 artisans demo woodworking, weaving and other crafts. Jubilee Farm, Huntington Center, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. $5. Info, 434-3516. SHELBURNE MUSEUM GOES TO THE DOGS: Contests, demos and a dog-and-owner costume parade highlight hounds in a carnival of all things canine. Shelburne Museum, 1-6 p.m. $5. Info, 985-3348, ext. 3349.
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drama ‘OH, VICTORIA!’: In this one-woman show, actor Sarah Payne portrays Victoria Woodhull, a larger-than-life “free love” advocate who ran for U.S. president in 1872. Grand Isle Fish Culture Station, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-4058.
film ‘SEVEN YEARS IN TIBET’: Brad Pitt stars in this film about an Austrian mountaineer who leaves his homeland to climb the Himalayas. Room 207, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 8 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1416.
SHOP TALK What do women want? Businesses may think they know, but they’re often off base. Since females control 80 percent of consumer purchases, getting the estrogen equation right is no trivial matter. In her new book Don’t Think Pink: What Really Makes Women Buy, Burlington-based marketing consultant Andrea Learned advises trend-watchers to ditch dated stereotypes; female shoppers are no longer chicks with Hello Kitty fetishes seeking emporiums of cute, if they ever were. You don’t have to be a retail manager to pick up worthwhile info from Learned. Understanding how you’re being branded can make you a more savvier shopper. ANDREA LEARNED READING Thursday, September 9, Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.
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art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: See September 9. LIFE DRAWING SESSION: Creative types try a hand at sketching. Wolfe Kahn Building, Vermont Studio School, Johnson, 6 p.m. $7. Info, 635-1769.
words ‘VERMONT WRITERS’: Readers climb through the pages of Walter Hard’s A Mountain Township, then gather to review the journey. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.
talks RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8. MIDDLE EAST LECTURE: UVM political science professor F. Gregory Gause speaks on the Iraq war and America’s future in the Middle East. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. ABENAKI TALK: Tribal Council member Frederick Wiseman discusses 400 years of Abenaki life as part of a series on Vermont history and culture. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5. Info, 863-5980. ‘I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN YOU’: Nineteenth-century Vermont women who went West come to life again in this talk featuring emigrants’ diaries and homesick letters. Cornwall Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 462-2719. ELECTION 2004: Political journalist Jon Margolis analyzes Vermont state elections, primaries and the presidential race. Ellsworth Room, Johnson State College Library, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2851.
kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. BARRE LIBRARY STORY HOUR: Babies from birth to age 2 take in tales at the Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, ext. 308. FAMILY SING-ALONG: Parents and kids belt out fun, familiar favorites at the Fletcher Free
Library, Burlington, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. GYM FOR TOTS: Youngsters burn energy running, jumping and hula-hooping at the Charlotte Community School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 425-4144. CHARLOTTE COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP: Children and their caregivers gather for crafts, reading and music-making. Charlotte Community School Cafeteria, 9-10:15 a.m. Free. Info, 985-5096. ‘FLYING FLOWERS’: Preschoolers ages 3-5 explore the world of butterflies at the North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 9-11 a.m. $8 per child, free for parents. Registration and info, 229-6206.
activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See September 8. VERMONTERS FOR A JUST PEACE: Locals meet to review global issues in Palestine and Israel. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2345, ext. 5. AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL MEETING: Members of this worldwide organization get informed and act on human rights issues. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-1358.
etc ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: See September 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
TUE.14 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. AMATEUR MUSICIANS ORCHESTRA: Community players of all abilities and levels of experience practice pieces and welcome new members. South Burlington High School, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $6. Info, 985-9750. GREEN MOUNTAIN CHORUS: Male music-makers rehearse barbershop singing and quartetting at St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 860-6465.
dance LINE DANCING: See September 9. SWING DANCING: Movers of all ages and abilities dance at the Greek Orthodox Church, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $3. Info, 860-7501.
drama ‘SWING STREET’: See September 9. OPEN REHEARSAL: Vermont Playback Theatre turns life stories into on-the-spot communitybuilding. The troupe invites new members to the McClure Multigenerational Center, Burlington, 6:45-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-2727.
film ‘OUTFOXED’: The Burlington Antiwar Coalition meets for a screening of this film about the struggle to keep TV fair and balanced. Burlington College, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2345, ext. 5.
art See exhibitions in Section A.
words DAVID BUDBILL: The poet and playwright reads from Judevine at Sterling College, Craftsbury Common, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 586-7711, ext. 150. ROBERT BELENKY: The Vermont psychologist presents Camraderie, his new photo-essay on children in Haiti and Russia who seem cheerful despite tough life-situations. Bear Pond Books, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 229-0774. BURLINGTON WRITERS’ GROUP: Bring pencil, paper and the will to be inspired to the Daily Planet, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 758-2287. PAUSE CAFÉ: Novice and fluent French speakers practice and improve their linguistics — en français. Borders Café, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 655-1346.
talks RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8. ‘PRIVACY, POWER AND POLITICS’: Political science professor Lisa Holmes speaks on abortion, fetal protection and gay rights law in an election year. John Dewey Lounge, Old Mill Building, University of Vermont, Burlington, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 656-4282. ‘MASSAGE THERAPY AND HEALING’: Dr. Susan Green leads a discussion on how physicians can work with alternative healing professionals. Ellsworth Room, Johnson State College Library, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1308. STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST TALK: Vermont’s official digger Giovanna Peebles gives pointers on
discovering the state through archaeology. John Cotton Dana Research Library, Woodstock, 7 p.m. $3. Info, 457-1822.
kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. ESSEX FREE LIBRARY STORYTIME: See September 8, 6:30 p.m. TODDLER-AND-UNDER STORYTIME: Wee ones up to age 3 open their ears to songs and stories. South Burlington Community Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. ‘MUSIC WITH ROBERT AND GIGI’: Kids sing along with Robert Resnik and his fiddle-playing friend Gigi Weisman. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Registration and info, 865-7216. EAST BARRE STORY HOUR: Babies from birth to age 2 take in tales at the Aldrich Public Library, East Barre branch, 10:15 a.m. Free. Info, 476-5118. ECHO STORYTIME: Young explorers discover the wonders of the natural world through books and imaginative play. ECHO, Burlington, 11 a.m. $6-9. Info, 864-1848.
sport BURLINGTON WOMEN’S RUGBY CLUB: See September 8. ULTIMATE FRISBEE: Disc enthusiasts of all ages and abilities gather for games at the Westford Town Common, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 879-1681.
activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See September 8. ‘THE GREEN VALLEY’: The Vermont Environmental Consortium presents an exposition for natural resource networking. Milano Ballroom, Norwich University, Northfield, 8:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. $50-75. Info, 485-2213. WILPF MEETING: Activists review current world events at this Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom gathering. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 862-4929. SUSTAINABLE LIVING: Richard Czaplinski of the Vermont Earth Institute introduces an eightsession course on how to lead an ecological existence. Hunger Mountain Co-Op, Montpelier, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-8004.
etc FARMERS’ MARKET: See September 8, Depot Park, Rutland, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Info, 492-3063.
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LAUGHING CLUB: Local yoga instructor and author Carol Winfield touts the untapped healing power of yukking it up. Union Station, Burlington, 88:30 a.m. Donations. Info, 864-7999. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY BUSINESS NETWORK: Entrepreneurs make corporate connections at the Courtyard by Marriot, Williston, 7:30 a.m. Free. Info, 434-6434. HEALTH INSURANCE WORKSHOP: Employees at nonprofits learn how to lower benefits costs within their organizations. Waste Water Treatment Plant, Burlington, 1-4:30 p.m. $35-75 sliding scale based on operating budget. Info, 862-0292. ASTRONOMY CLUB: Stargazers gather to observe autumn skies at the North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $5. Info, 229-6206. ‘MR. BURNS SHOWS YOU HOW’: Illusionist Tim Burns shoves a pencil up his nose, then invites audience members to share their own special talents. Cable TV tapes it all at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.
WED.15 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. SINGER-SONGWRITER CONTEST: See September 8.
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RAPTOR PROGRAM: See September 8. OPEN SPACE WORKSHOP: The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission presents an update on its open space development plan. South Burlington City Center, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4490, ext. 30. REMEMBERING REV. DONALD SULLIVAN: A discussion of founding teachers, humanitarians and artists marks the college’s centennial. Hoehl Welcome Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2536.
kids WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: See September 8. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: See September 8. ANIMAL FEEDING: See September 8. BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: See September 8. ‘MOVING & GROOVING’: See September 8.
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FARMERS’ MARKET: See September 8. REIKI CLINIC: See September 8. ‘LOIS MCCLURE’ INAUGURAL LAKE TOUR: See September 8, Town Pier, Essex, N.Y., arrives mid-afternoon. ‘MAC USERS UNITE!’: Apple enthusiasts gather for their monthly meeting. Gailer School, Shelburne, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1985. BOARD WORKSHOP: Employees of nonprofits learn how their organizations can build more effective boards of trustees. Elley-Long Music Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $50-100 sliding scale based on operating budget. Info, 862-0292. COLLEGE SELECTION: A free workshop walks students and parents through a big decision. Vermont Student Assistance Corporation Resource Center, Champlain Mill, Winooski, 6 p.m. Registration and info, 1-800642-3177.
drama ‘SWING STREET’: See September 9, 2 & 8 p.m. VARIETY SHOW AUDITIONS: Got a good act? This community production seeks musicians, dancers and folks with unusual talents to star in an early October show. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 388-1436.
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words WRITING GROUP: See September 8. ‘LITERARY VISTAS’: Readers focus on the relationship between nature and society in a discussion of Henry David Thoreau’s Walden. Hartland Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 436-2473.
KITCHEN STINK Let’s face it: Garlic at close quarters can sometimes be off-putting. But nutritional healers aver that garlic is good for you, and medical evidence suggests that the stuff makes eaters radiant. Besides, it tastes good. At Montpelier’s bulb bash, proponents of the pungent little plant celebrate the harvest. Gourmet food and craft vendors vie with garlic-dish samplings from local restaurants, while kids take in a garlic-themed puppet show and amateur chefs compete to be crowned Garlic King — or Queen. The garlic cook-off winner gets feted in a royal parade with live music. GARLIC FESTIVAL Saturday, September 11, Two Rivers Center, Montpelier, 1-6 p.m. $3. Info, 223-1515.
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The legendary Mike Compton (Nashville Bluegrass Band, Oh Brother Where Art Thou soundtrack), joins young newcomer David Long for mandolin duets in the newly renovated Eclipse Theater Concert Hall. The leading interpreter of bluegrass’ founding father, Bill Monroe’s mandolin style, Compton is possibly the most popular mandolin player on the music scene today. Although he has been playing mandolin since 1971, since the age of 15, his ferocious intro to the song “Man of Constant Sorrow” as depicted backing up the Soggy Bottom Boys, in the film “Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?” has garnered him world-wide recogniton.
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THE CHARACTER MAN WITH RON BOUSSOM: This workshop runs for 14 sessions, Thursday evenings, 79:30 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Barre. The classes will be held September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 18, December 2, 9, 16, and January 6, 13. The cost of the workshop is $200. Registration and payment must be received by September 8. Info, Barre Players, P.O. Box 858, Barre, VT 05641 or visit www.barreplayers.com. This class is designed to increase the actor’s vocabulary of movement, gesture and personal investment techniques for greater variety and believability in characterization.
aromatherapy AN INTRODUCTION TO AROMATHERAPY: Friday, September 17, 6:30-8 p.m. $10, please prepay by September 14. Spirit Dancer Books & Gifts/Star Root Aromatherapy. Info, 660-8060. Learn how you can incorporate aromatherapy and essential oils into your everyday life. We will discuss what essential oils are, how they affect the body and mind, and how to use them for their aesthetic and therapeutic effects. Each participant will receive a sample oil. Presented by Carol von Rohr. BASIC AROMATHERAPY CLASS: Thursdays, September 23 and 30, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $45 prepaid by September 20. Spirit Dancer Books & Gifts/Star Root Aromatherapy. Info, 660-8060. In this two-part class you will explore 10 essential oil profiles, properties of carrier oils and basic blending concepts. Everyone will create their own unique blend to bring home. Presented by Carol von Rohr.
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BEGINNING ACTING AND IMPROV: Wednesdays, September 15 through December 8, 12-1:30 p.m. Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, 802-652-4548, email registrar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter .org. Whether you want to act on stage or are simply interested in experiencing different ways of being creative, this class allows you to discover your imaginative and artistic potential. Participants explore the foundations of acting through scene work, improvisation and theater games. BROKEN CHINA MOSAIC: With Susan Hayward. Sept. 23 - Oct. 21. Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Create beautiful objects from broken bits and pieces of china. Choose from a wide variety of colors, styles, thickness, and bring along your own saved special shards if you like. Make three items, a stoneware garden pot, a shallow wooden bowl and a picture frame (small table also possible), while learning to use convex, concave and flat shards. FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS: Classes for all ages in painting, drawing, sculpting, printmaking, photography, clay and crafts. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.burlingtoncityarts.com. PASTEL PORTRAIT DEMONSTRATION WITH LIVY HITCHCOCK: Saturday, September 11, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Artists’ Mediums, located on Route 2 in the Taft Farm Village Center. Info, 879-1235 or 2551290. Free and open to the public. STAINED GLASS COMPREHENSIVE: With Gretchen Begnoche. Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Create a beautiful stained glass window panel or lampshade for your home. Comprehensive stained glass class for beginners and intermediate students seeking additional instruction. Discussion of the history of stained glass from the 3rd century to present times as a medium to educate an illiterate populace through religious storyboards on glass and to decorate buildings. Learn traditional lead came and Tiffany copper foil techniques through demonstrations and practical experience including pattern selection, design, glass cutting, project assembly and finishing. Students will develop a solid foundation for copper foil and lead came stained glass construction and be able to continue to create beautiful stained glass art at home. Materials are supplied for demonstrations and practice. Students will purchase materials for their projects.
ZEN DRAWING COURSE: September 12-17, each day begins at 7 a.m. w/a hearty breakfast and ends at 5:30 p.m. w/a delicious vegetarian dinner. Course fee: $850 includes materials, plus room and board. Limited enrollment, only six places left! Info and registration, call 985-9746 or www.vermontzen.org. If you’ve always wanted to draw, but thought there was no hope, this is the course for you! This intensive residential course (with nonresidential option), is designed for adults who do not know how to draw but truly want to learn. Experienced instructors at the Vermont Zen Center will teach you based on the methods in Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Daily meditation in the tranquil surroundings of the Vermont Zen Center is available every day. By the end of the course you will be seeing in an altogether different way.
astrology ASTROLOGY CLASSES GIVEN BY LYDIA SOLINI: Classes begin Wednesday, September 22 through December 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at UVM. UVM students, $85 for ten classes. General public, $95 for 10 classes. Info, contact Melissa Dybbro, 656-2060 or email mdybbro@uvm.edu. This course offers an introduction to the field of astrology, emphasizing the individual signs, their ruling planets and the natal houses. It is designed for students who are interested in examining themselves and their relationships. It will change your perception of yourself and others and enhance your understanding. Bring your sense of humor and birthdates of the people you know. Expect lively discussions and to become very savvy about the people you encounter. No homework. Free lecture on September 15. ONGOING ASTROLOGY WORKSHOP AND GATHERING: Facilitated by Laurie Farrington, Thursday evenings from 6:30-9 p.m. Cost is $10 per week. Pre-registration is required. Info, 879-1147 or email shalala@adelphia.net. Astrology is an amazing language that reveals deep underlying patterns that profoundly affect each of us. As a result, Astrology can teach us much about ourselves, others, and the ways we choose to live in the world. Are you interested in beginning to learn Astrology, or perhaps developing the knowledge you already have? Would you like a space to speak the language of Astrology and to assist others in absorbing it? All levels are invited to come together to learn and to grow in this fascinating and complex study. Precise birth information is required, as we will be working with our own and each other’s charts.
bartending PROFESSIONAL TRAINING: Day, evening and weekend courses. Various locations. Info, 888-4DRINKS or bartendingschool.com. Get certified to make a mean martini, margarita, Manhattan or mai tai.
body EXPERIENTIAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY: Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - noon. September 15 through December 22. Taught by Mindy Cohen at The Body Center in Burlington. For more information, call 8659500, ext. 3. In this class, we will be studying basic concepts in human anatomy and physiology through cognitive and experiential lessons involving movement, touch, breath and sound. We will examine systems of the body, including structure and function and how they relate to the whole body. We will discuss evolutionary ideas, developmental patterns and applications to health and disease. Students will participate in meditative activities that will encourage self-awareness and deeper understanding of the text material. This method of learning, combined with personal curiosity, generates a powerful synergy. Students may notice profound changes in themselves and possibly deep healing effects as well.
childbirth HYPNOBIRTHING: Classes now forming for 10-hour series. Four-week evening series or eight-week lunchtime series. Burlington. $175. To register, call Nan Reid, 660-0420. Learn self-hypnosis and summon your natural birthing instincts.
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dance AFRO-CARIBBEAN DANCE: TRADITIONAL DANCES FROM CUBA AND HAITI: Weekly classes: Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - noon. Capitol City Grange, Montpelier. Fridays, 5:30-7 p.m. Memorial Auditorium Loft, Burlington. Info, 985-3665. Dance to the rhythms of Cuban and Haitian music. Dance class led by Carla Kevorkian. Live drumming led by Stuart Paton. Monthly master classes with visiting instructors. Beginners welcome! AMERICAN TRIBAL BELLYDANCE: New classes starting in September in Burlington. Info, 863-3005 or email gwinnad@yahoo.com. Get strong, feel beautiful! Learn to shimmy, undulate and play the zils (finger cymbals). American Tribal Bellydance is great for all ages, body types and ethnicities. BALLET AT SHELBURNE ATHLETIC CLUB: Starting September 8, 7-week sessions. New Parent and Tot Dance, ages 2-3 with caregiver. Mondays, 2-2:30 p.m. and Wednesdays, 11:15-11:45 a.m. Creative Pre-Ballet, ages 4-6, Mondays, 2:45-3:30 p.m. and Wednesdays, 1:15-2 p.m. Children’s Ballet, ages 610, Mondays, 3:30-4:40 p.m. Adult Ballet Exercise, Wednesdays, 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Info, 860-9927 or visit www.shelburneathletic.com. Experience quality classical ballet instruction in a supportive, fun environment. CUBAN-STYLE SALSA: The Vermont Salsa Dance Company, Burlington’s first and original Salsa dance school, starts a new four-week session of ethnic Cuban-style Salsa, September 9. Taught by professional dance instructor David Larson. Intro Level, 6:30 p.m. Level 1, 7:30 p.m. Level 2/Performance Group, 8:30 p.m. Champlain Club, Crowley St., Burlington. No partner or memberships necessary. Beginners always welcome! $35/session or $15/class. Call 864-7953 or visit www.freewebs.com/ vtsalsadanceco. Come try this sensually elegant style of Salsa that’s fun and easy to learn. Come join the fun! David and Rebecca studied Cuban-style Salsa in Havana at the National Theater of Cuba, and with their students, are celebrating teaching Burlington to Salsa for over 6 years. The first and original Salsa
design/build HANDPLANES IN THE WORKSHOP: With Garrett Hack. September 25-26. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. We’ll focus on both tuning bench planes such as the common Stanley/Bailey cast iron planes and smaller block planes, plus some other useful planes you might want to add to your tool kit such as pokeshaves and scrapers. Sharpening, replacement irons, all aspects of adjusting, tuning and setting the working parts of a plane will be explained.
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BASIC BEADING: Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. The Blue Plate Ceramic Cafe, 119 College St., Burlington. $15, plus materials. Preregister, 6520102. Learn the basics of stringing beads: which wire or thread to use, measuring for the right length, bead size and type, using the right tools. You will learn about color, design and mixing types of beads for an interesting design. You’ll learn how to attach the clasp and how to make your knots stay in place. BEGINNING COPPERSMITHING: Thursdays, September 30 through November 18, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Experience the creation of a three-dimensional object from a flat piece of copper sheet. Learn basic metallurgy and metalsmithing techniques by using a hammer and acetylene torch. Create a copper bowl, a stand for your bowl or turn the bowl into a hanging planter. Demonstrations will include annealing, work-hardening, sinking, planishing, tapering, filing, sanding, soldering and polishing. FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS AT THE CLAY AND CRAFT STUDIO: Precious Metal Clay, Saturday, September 18, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.burlingtoncityarts.com. MAKING HERBAL WREATHS AND HOLIDAY GIFTS: Saturday, September 18, 10 a.m. - noon. Weed Farm, 613 Quaker St., Lincoln. $10. Info, call 802-453-7395 or email weedfarm@gma vt.net. Learn to make artemisia wreaths, eye pillows, dream pillows, bath bags and other herbal gifts. Take home your creations. WOOL FELTING WORKSHOP: Saturday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Create a felt wool bag, no knitting. In this workshop you’ll get acquainted with the very old and suddenly trendy technique of turning wool into felt to make small pouches or a reasonably sized purse or bag. We’ll then embellish with beads and other bits, and needlework.
dance school in Burlington, VT. Good friends, more fun, great music. DANCE CLASSES WITH FIRST STEP DANCE: BURLINGTON: October 4-25, 6 p.m., learn the basics of Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. 7 p.m., learn the basics of Rumba, Cha Cha and Merengue. 8 p.m., continue with Rumba, Cha Cha and begin to learn Bolero. Tuesdays, October 5-26, 6 p.m., learn the basics of Rumba, Cha Cha and Merengue. 7 p.m., learn the basics of Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. 8 p.m., continue with Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. 9 p.m., learn Viennese Waltz. The Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St. ST. ALBANS: Thursdays, October 7-28, 6 p.m., learn the basics of Rumba, Cha Cha and Merengue. 7 p.m., learn the basics of Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. 8 p.m., continue with Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. 8 p.m., continue with Rumba, Cha Cha and begin to learn Bolero. City Hall, 100 Main St. Classes are $40/general or $20/student for four weeks. Info, call 802-598-6757 or visit www.FirstStep Dance.com. No partner required. You’ve always wanted to learn to dance with a partner and these beginning classes are a great way to start! First Step Dance teaches the same classes on different days in different locations and allows students to pay for one class at one location and take the same class on other days for free, as long as the classes are balanced with men and women. This is a great way to practice the class material several times each week! Come out and learn to dance! FREE DANCE WORKSHOPS WITH FIRST STEP DANCE: Burlington, Sunday, September 26. 1 p.m., Rumba. 2 p.m., Foxtrot. The Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St. Info, 802-598-6757 or visit www.FirstStepDance.com. Couples welcome, but no partner is required. In celebration of National Ballroom Dance Week, join other beginning dancers and learn to dance. These hourlong workshops are sponsored by First Step Dance and are free to all attendees. Additional events sponsored by other groups across the region are listed at www.FirstStepDance.com/NBDW2004. FREE LESSONS AND DANCE WITH FIRST STEP DANCE: BURLINGTON: Monday, September 20, 6 p.m., Waltz; 6:30 p.m., Cha Cha; 7 p.m., Foxtrot; 7:30-9 p.m. open dancing. The Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St. ST. ALBANS: Friday, September 24, 6 p.m., West Coast Swing; 6:30 p.m., Rumba; 7 p.m., Tango; 7:30-9 p.m., open dancing. City Hall, 100 Main St. Info, 802-598-6757 or visit www.FirstStepDance.com. No partner required. Since 1989 National Ballroom Dance Week has been a celebration of partner dancing across the United States. Join other newcomers in learning to dance, or come out and show your moves during the open dancing. These lessons are sponsored by First Step Dance and are free to all attendees. Additional events sponsored by other groups across the region are listed at www.FirstStepDance.com/ NBDW2004. RICHMOND SWING DANCE CLASSES: Thursdays, Sept. 16 - Oct. 21. Lindy 1: “Introduction to Lindy” (right from the beginning), 6:15-7:15 p.m. Lindy 2: “The Charleston” (experience required) 7:30-8:30 p.m. At Richmond Free Library (2nd fl.), 201 Bridge St., Richmond. $50 for 6 classes. Please preregister! Classes are filling up. No partner necessary. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes. Info or registration, Dan, 434-5776 or email Chris, rallyq@juno.com. Popsicle Toes Productions presents six Thursdays of swing with Chris Sumner and Dan Carhart. These classes will teach the rudiments of swing, with a strong emphasis on technique: center, balance, connection, lead and follow, timing, and more. It’s not just moves; it’s the way that YOU move.
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drawing FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS: Life Drawing every Monday. 6:30-9 p.m. Info, 865-7166 visit www.burlingtoncityarts.com.
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CONGAS AND DJEMBE: Beginning Conga classes on Wednesdays, 5:30-6:50 p.m. Djembe classes, Wednesdays, 7-8:20 p.m. New sessions start on 9/8, $20 for two weeks, and 9/22, $40 for four weeks with no classes on 9/29 & 10/6, and 11/3, $60 for six weeks, with no classes on 11/10 and 11/24. Classes are held in the Taiko Space at 208 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Walk-ins are welcome. Intermediate/ advanced Conga class meets on Wednesdays or Fridays at a different location. Please call for details. Contact Stuart Paton 658-0658, paton@sover.net or 872-0494. TAIKO: Kids’ beginning Taiko classes are on Tuesdays, 4:30-5:20 p.m., starting 9/7 and 10/19. $42 for 6week sessions with no class on 11/23. A 3-week session begins 12/7. Kids’ intermediate classes are on Mondays, 3:15-4 p.m., starting 9/13 and 10/25. $42 for 6-weeks with no class on 11/23. A 3-week session starts 12/6. Adult beginning classes are on Mondays, 5:30-6:50 p.m. $48 for 6-week session starting 9/13 and 10/25. A 3-week session begins on 12/6. All Taiko classes are held in the Taiko Studio at 208 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Walk-ins are welcome. Info, Stuart Paton 658-0658 or paton@sover.net or 872-0494.
education SAT PREPARATION AND TUTORING: Ongoing classes. Oak Hill Educational Consultants, 289 College St., Burlington. Info, 658-0100. SAT, SAT Math, getting to a score of 1600, classes and private tutoring available. Small class size, limited to six students.
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PEACEMAKING AND BETTER RELATIONSHIPS: WORKSHOP: Saturday, September 18, 9 a.m. to noon: $45, limited to 20 participants. CLASSES: Thursday nights, September 16, 23 and 30, 7-8:30 p.m.: $125, limited to 6 participants. Located at Demeter Resolutions, LLC, Burlington. Instructor: Anthe Athas. Info or registration, 864-0624, email: DemeterResolve@aol.com or visit www.demeterre solutions.com. Want more peaceful relationships at home, at work, at school? It isn’t just a matter of luck. Demeter Resolutions, LLC, Burlington, is offering an introductory workshop and a course. This workshop is an introduction to the skills that will help you bring clarity and focus to your conversations with your coworkers, loved ones, family and friends.
film MOTION SCHOOL FALL CLASSES: Motion School presents a variety of classes and workshops to help you communicate your story to others through animation. Evening classes include Basic Animation and Experimental and Historical Animation Techniques. Info, 658-4267 or visit www.motionschool.org. Weekend workshops explore animating with media such as cel, computer, clay and found objects. All programs are appropriate for ages 14 to 93. Not sure if you’ll like animating? Come to our free Demo Workshop Saturday, Sept 11 from 1-4 p.m.
healing ENERGETICS OF TRANSFORMATION SEMINAR WITH DEAN RAMSDEN: October 8-10. Stowe Yoga Center, Stowe. $235 before September 15 or $275 after September 15. Info, 253-3070 or 1-800-592-0078. A new approach to healing for psychotherapists, chiropractors, Reiki/energy healing and bodyworkers, even business people. MAYAN TRADITIONAL HEALING: September 18-19. Wheelock Mountain Farm, Wheelock. $225 includes room and meals, with a non-refundable deposit of $75. Presented by Inter-American Center for the Arts, Sustainability and Action. Info, 456-7014 or
email hana@vtlink.net. Belizean herbalist and midwife Beatrice Waight will teach Mayan uterine massage, the use of medicinal plants central to Mayan Healing practices, herbal bathing to treat both physical and spiritual ailments, traditional ways to connect to spirit through prayer, and healing and ritual. In this intensive training you will learn the primary techniques used by the Maya to diagnose and treat illness, both physical and spiritual in nature. Individual healing sessions also available by appointment. MCKS PRANIC HEALING LEVEL 1 TRAINING: Saturday and Sunday, October 2-3, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $350 incl. text book. Healing in Common, Shelburne. Info, 660-8060. Learn the art of Medical Chi Healing to heal yourself and your family. As Master Choa Kok Sui says, “Everyone has the innate ability to heal and relieve pain.” In this two-day intensive workshop you will learn the principles and techniques of Pranic Healing, the function of the human energy system and 11 major chakras, step-by-step techniques to heal simple to moderate ailments, scanning techniques to feel and see energy and to scan the condition of a person’s aura, chakras and organs, techniques for Pranic Distant Healing and Self-Healing, special physical exercises and advanced Pranic breathing techniques to recharge and decontaminate the body, a powerful mediation called Meditation on Twin Hearts, and more. Experience prana healing and the Meditation on Twin Hearts firsthand, Wednesday, September 29, or Friday, October 1. Susan and Joseph Wong will be giving healing sessions for donations and answer questions about Prana Healing. PRANIC HEALING: Introduction to Pranic Healing, Tuesday, September 14, at Yoga Mountain in Montpelier with Joseph and Susan Wong. 2-7:30 p.m., followed by an introduction and meditation session from 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Wednesday, September 15 at Vermont State College in Montpelier with Joseph and Susan Wong. Pranic Healing sessions, 1:30-6:30 p.m., followed by Introduction and meditation session, 6:30-8 p.m. In this hadns-on workshop you will learn how to move congested and negative energy causing health problems, energize the body and energy centers. Info, Steve, 862-3375. Learn how to do Pranic Healing, a non-touch energy healing method. In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to move congested and negative energy causing health problems, energize the body and energy centers. Pranic Healing is not meant to replace modern and conventional medicine, but rather to compliment and enhance it.
jewelry JEWELRY MAKING - BEGINNER: With Pilar Netzel. Sept. 22 - Oct. 13. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 9853648. Design and create your own unique and wearable jewelry. Fabricate a necklace in its entirety using cold-connections. Learn to manipulate wire into basic chain patterns, simple clasps and findings. Explore working with a variety of non-precious metals; copper, brass, bronze and nickel silver. Using a combination of metals, play with color and design a layered pendant connected by rivets. Demonstrations will include: shaping wire, transferring design to metal, drilling, sawing, piercing, filing, sanding, riveting and polishing. ROSARY BEADS: Thursday, September 16, 6:30 p.m. $20. Bead Crazy, Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston. Info, 288-9666 or visit www.bead crazyvt.com. Take your beading one step further and make your own Rosary beads. Keep them for yourself, or make a set for a friend or loved one.
kids ACT ONE, SCENE ONE: Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. Grades 5-10, Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, 652-4548, email regis trar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Dive into the art of playwrighting, directing and acting as you create an original piece based around a replica of a canal schooner built by the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. This yearlong intermediate/advanced-level theater class focuses on developing characters and scenes based on canal boat adventures in the 1860s.
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AFTER-SCHOOL ART - AGES 7-11: Sept. 21 - Oct. 12 and/or Oct. 19 - Nov. 9, Tuesdays, 3-4:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Something new every week! Make a puppet pet, paint with pastels and watercolors, draw, build a sculpture, design posters and CD covers. ART ADVENTURES: After-school art classes. Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45 p.m. Ages 6-8, September 15 through October 20. Ages 911, October 27 through December 8. Museum members, $30. General, $35. Info, 656-0750. Art classes at the Fleming Museum provide exciting opportunities for children to explore the visual arts. UVM art education students, supervised by their instructor, Tom Brennan, teach the classes for each age group. Whether your child loves art or is just curious to try something new, these classes offer individualized attention and the chance to experiment with a variety of mediums, such as painting, sculpture and collage. CLAY SCULPTURE FOR KIDS: With Jennifer Smedley. Sept. 23 - Oct. 14 and/or Oct. 21 - Nov. 11, Thursdays, 3-4:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Students will explore various methods of handbuilding and glazing while sculpting their dreams. We will help one another to build confidence and imagination and have a great time too. FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS: Tadpole Drop-In, Tuesdays and Saturdays, September 7 through December 14, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tadpole II, Mondays, September 20 through October 18, 10-11:30 a.m. After-School Creative Clay, Mondays, September 27 through October 18, 3:30-5 p.m. Family Drop-In, Fridays through November, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Teen Drop-In, Fridays through November, 7:30-10 p.m. Info, 865-7166 visit www.burlingtoncity arts.com. Have a birthday party with us or create your own class! FLYNNARTS DANCE CLASSES FOR KIDS: Ballet, Thursdays, September 16 through December 9, 4:45-5:45 p.m., grades 3-5. Dance Makers, Tuesdays, September 14 through December 7, 3:30-4:45 p.m. Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, 652-4548, email registrar@flynncenter.org, or visit www. flynncenter.org. Dance Makers fosters children’s imagination and individual expression as it introduces the fundamentals of modern dance. Ballet allows students to experience the joy of dance while stressing correct alignment, technique, artistry and musicality. FLYNNARTS FREE SATURDAY SAMPLER: Saturday, September 11, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, 652-4548, email registrar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Not sure which class would be right for your child? Come try a 45-minute class for free and visit the FlynnArts studios. Exciting, informative and open to all levels! MUSIC MAKERS: Mondays, September 13 through December 11, 9:30-10:15 a.m., 16 months - 3 1/2 years; 10:30-11:15 a.m., birth - age 3 1/2 years. Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, 652-4548, email registrar@flynn center.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Experience the joy of making music together as you surround your child with rhythm and song. Activities support the development of pitch, rhythm and musical awareness while fostering young imaginations.
language ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE: Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., Sundays, 46 p.m. The Fletcher Free Library, 235
College St., Burlington. Free. Info, Carrie Benis, 865-7211. Classes will focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening and grammar. They are open to all who want to learn and improve their English, as well as explore American culture and history. ESL: Ongoing small group classes, beginner to intermediate. Vermont Adult Learning, Sloane Hall, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. Free. Info, 654-8677. Improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English as a second language. FRENCH AND GERMAN: Wanting to travel to faraway lands full of beautiful people? Need to widen your horizons? Easy French Stories class starts Tuesday, September 28, 5-7 p.m. Middlebury. German all levels and business. Please call Sibylle for more info, 388-4173. SPANISH: Do you want to travel to a Spanish country and be able to speak? Take Spanish lessons from a native Spanish-speaker and experienced teacher. All ages, all levels and all students are welcome! Info, 496-3436 or email constanciag@hotmail.com.
maritime LAKE CHAMPLAIN MARITIME MUSEUM SPRING/SUMMER CLASSES: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, located on the lake at Basin Harbor (6 miles west of Vergennes) and Burlington, will be offering week-long courses and one-day workshops throughout the season! Build your own boat or learn how to restore your old one. Try your hand at shaping iron or casting bronze. Learn how to capture maritime subjects on film, with paint or pen-andink. Improve your kayak-handling skills or take a guided canoe trip. Students can explore maritime topics in one or two-day workshops. Adults and children can spend a morning learning together. Call 475-2022 or visit www.lcmm.org to see the full listing of courses, workshops and learning adventures that await you and your family. The Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is located at 4472 Basin Harbor Rd. The Burlington Shipyard is located on historic King Street Ferry Dock.
martial arts AIKIDO OF CHAMPLAIN VALLEY: Intro series begins Tuesday, October 5, 5:30 p.m. Adult introductory classes begin Tuesday, September 7, 5:30 p.m. Please call to reserve a space. Day and evening classes for adults, seven days a week. Children’s classes, ages 7-12, resume on Saturday, September 4, 9-10 a.m. and also meet on Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Iaido (the traditional art of sword drawing), Thursdays, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Zazen (zen meditation, free and open to the general public), Tuesdays, 8-8:40 p.m. Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine Street, Burlington. Info, 951-8900 or www.aikidovt.org. This traditional Japanese martial art emphasizes circular, flowing movements, joint locks and throwing techniques. Visitors are always welcome to watch Aikido classes. Please call if you would like to observe an Iaido class. MARTIAL WAY SELF-DEFENSE CENTER: Day and evening classes for adults. Afternoon and Saturday classes for children. Group and private lessons. Colchester. Free introductory class. Info, 893-8893. Kempo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Arnis, Wing Chun Kung Fu and Tai Chi. One minute off I-89 at exit 17. THE BLUE WAVE TAEKWONDO SCHOOL: Adult, family and children’s classes available Monday through Thursday and
Saturday for beginners, advanced and competitive students. 182 Main Street, Burlington (next to Muddy Waters). We offer the best value in the area with student and family discounts available. Mention this Seven Days ad and receive a free uniform when you sign up! Info, call 658-3359, email info@bluewavetkd.com or visit www.bluewavetkd.com. Former national team member and Vermont state coach Gordon White teaches the exciting martial art and Olympic sport of Taekwon-do. Our experienced teaching staff emphasizes proper body mechanics and Taekwondo technique during plyometric, technical and cardio training sessions to improve flexibility, strength and overall fitness. VERMONT AIKIDO: Adult Intro Class. New class starts September 28, 6 p.m. Four weeks of basic instruction will lead up to four weeks of mixed-level dojo practice. Eight-class Intro Course fee, $45. Regular classes, Mon.-Fri., 6-7:30 p.m. Sat., 9:3011 a.m. Sun., 10-11:30 a.m. Visitors are always welcome to observe classes or practice as guests for a mat fee. Vermont Aikido, 274 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info, 862-9785 or visit www.vermont aikido.org. We are a not-for-profit organization.
massage ADVANCED MASSAGE AND BODYWORK CLASSES: Neuromuscular Therapy of Vermont offers four-week classes and one-day intensives starting every month this fall. Prerequisite for all classes is some basic massage training or experience. The No Hands Full-Body Rejuvenation Method, oneday intensive, offered twice, Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $65. Pain Mechanisms of the Low Back, four weeks. September 14 - October 5, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $195 or $175 if paid in full by Sept. 4. Reviewer, $125. Pain Mechanisms of the Shoulder, four weeks, October 13 November 4, Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $195 or $175 if paid in full by Oct. 2. Reviewer, $125. Pain Mechanisms of the Neck, four weeks, November 11 - December 9, Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Skip November 25 for Thanksgiving. $195 or $175 if paid in full by Oct. 30. Reviewer, $125. Neuro-muscular Therapy of Vermont and the Center for Advanced Bodywork Training. Stephen O’Dwyer, Director. The Chace Mill, Suite 226, Burlington. Info, www.NMTvermont.com or email NMTclasses@verizon.net or 658-1005, ext. 2. The classes at Neuro-muscular Therapy of Vermont integrate neuromuscular massage technique, deep-tissue massage, myofascial release technique, and other modalities. Both newer practitioners and seasoned massage therapists can refine their hands-on and evaluative skills to work with less effort and become more effective in treating many forms of chronic pain. PARTNER THAI MASSAGE: Wednesday, October 6, 6 p.m. with Scot Steward. Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rochester, VT. Individuals, $25, couples, $45. Info, 767-6092, pre-registration recommended. Learn how to give a massage at home to a friend, partner, or loved one. Thai massage, originating in Thailand, is done clothed on a futon mat, and applying acupressure. SHIATSU: INTRODUCTION TO THE ART OF JAPANESE FINGER PRESSURE THERAPY: With Scott Moylan, Friday, September 17, 7-9 p.m. FREE! Touchstone Healing Arts, 205 Dorset Street 2nd fl., South Burlington. Info or space reservation, 658-7715. An
introductory talk and demonstration. This evening will provide an overview and demonstration of Shiatsu and outline the 300-hour Shiatsu training course that will begin at Touchstone Healing Arts this October. There will be a question-andanswer period after the presentation. SHIATSU: THE ART OF JAPANESE FINGER PRESSURE THERAPY: 300-hour intensive with Scott Moylan. Begins Saturday, October 9 and 10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and continues every Wednesday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. through July 27, 2005. The training includes two other required weekends, February 1213 and May 14-15. Touchstone Healing Arts, 205 Dorset St., South Burlington, 2nd floor. Course fee, $2750, plus required texts. Prerequisite for course is Human Anatomy for knowledge of body landmarks. This training in Shiatsu will involve a detailed study of the body’s meridian system, as well as diagnostic methods of finding disharmony (pulse, abdominal and tongue diagnosis). Course material will be coupled with hands-on learning of a complete Shiatsu treatment. At the end of the course, students will be able to treat clients in a supine, prone and seated position as well as on a massage table. Side-lying, pregnancy and pediatric Shiatsu will be introduced.
meditation A COURSE IN MEDITATION: Tuesdays, September 14 - December 14. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thirteen-week course, $100 if prepaid by September 7. Individual classes are $10 each, drop-ins welcome. Class size is limited to 6-18 people. Info, contact Barry, 343-7265 or Spirit Dancer, 660-8060. Barry Weiss has been meditating for over 30 years. He has a Master’s in Transpersonal Psychology and Alternative Education. He has studied at Naropa Institute with Ram Dass, Chogyam Trungpa, Swami Muktanada and Joseph Chilton Pearce. Barry co-founded the Green Mountain Waldorf School. MASTERY AND MEDITATION CLASS: First and third Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. S. Burlington. Free. Info, 658-2447. Study the teachings of Indian Sufi Master Inayat Khan. Focus on accomplishment and success in your life and interfaith prayer for world peace. TAOIST EARTH MEDITATION: Saturday, September 18, 9-11 a.m. $25. Elements of Healing, Essex Junction. Info, 288-8160 or visit www.elementsofhealing.net. The Earth Meditation is from the Tao Ahn Pai (Taoist Elixir Method) system of internal cultivation. Its main purpose is to promote self-healing and circulation of Qi and blood. When practiced regularly, students may experience healing from many chronic ailments, as well as a deep sense of relaxation. Scott Moylan has been given permission to teach this meditation along with the Cloud Hands Chi Kung from Master Share K. Lew. Scott also teaches ongoing classes in Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Kung Fu.
music BRAZILIAN HAND PERCUSSION: Tuesdays, September 28 through November 16, 5:457 p.m. Flynn Center, Burlington. Info, 6524548 or email registrar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Learn the hipshaking rhythms and sounds of Brazil! This introductory course explores the region’s fascinating musical patterns on agago, gornza, tamborim, cuica, caxixi and pandiero.
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painting INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING: With Tad Spurgeon. Sept. 22 - Nov. 3. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - noon. Shelburne Craft School, Gallery Studio, 54 Falls Road, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. This class is for people who have done some past work with oil painting and would like to develop their work further. The emphasis here will be on the relationship between craft and style; what palette, medium and technique are best suited to the student’s intentions; how to develop a painting; how to develop a process. Students will paint subjects of their own choosing. LEVEL 1 WATERCOLOR: Instructor: Jean Cannon, Tuesdays 7-9 p.m., Sept. 14 - Oct. 1, Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Watercolor basics for those just starting or with a little experience. Learn color theory and basic watercolor technique. Through color exercises and experiments with still life and elements of landscape painting students will learn the basics of watercolor. We’ll explore wet-onwet technique, dry brush, glazing and washes. You will leave with new skills and techniques to practice. Some drawing experience will enhance your ability to progress in this class. Materials list will be provided at the Gallery Studio, 54 Falls Rd., Shelburne. OIL PAINTING LEVEL I: With Tad Spurgeon. Sept. 21 - Nov. 2. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - noon. Shelburne Craft School, Gallery Studio, 54 Falls Road, Shelburne Village. Info, 9853648. This class will focus on the technical cornerstone of realistic painting: how to turn color into light. Standard color nomenclature will be covered in detail, as well as the logic of light. Each week different colors and methods will be addressed as a way of acquainting the student with a variety of palettes, mediums, supports and approaches to oil painting. Experience with drawing is highly recommended to get the most out of this class.
parenting PARENTS OF GIFTED: Thursdays, beginning September 9, 7-8:30 p.m. $125 fee includes book. Info, lucybogue@ yahoo.com. Ten-week discussion group sponsored by the Green Mountain Center for Gifted Education, Inc. and led by Carol Story, PhD, and Lucy Gage Bogue, MA. Each week focuses on various topics related to nurturing gifted children.
performing arts SMIRKUS SCHOOL OF CIRCUS ARTS: If you’re going to clown around, why not do it right? The new School of Circus Arts in Essex Junction (5 New England Dr., by the Racquet’s Edge) offers year-round training by renowned coaches Volodia and Zina Avgoustov, formerly with the Moscow Circus. Group training in aerials, acrobatics, tumbling, balance, juggling, clowning and more available by session, or we can customize sessions to match your interests and skills. Introductory, intermediate and advanced classes for pre-K through adults for fun, a great workout or professional advancement! Call, email or log on for info: 533-7443, x 33, dana@smirkus.org, www.smirkus.org.
photography FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS: Basic Darkroom, Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 16 through October 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Alternative Printing, Wednesdays, September 22
through October 13, 6-8:30 p.m. Info, 8657166 or visit www.burlingtoncityarts.com.
pilates PILATES VERMONT, FREE INTRODUCTORY PILATES REFORMER CLASS: First and third Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. Second and fourth Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Pilates Vermont, Shelburne Athletic Club, 4068 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne. Pre-register, 985-8700 or www.pilatesvermont.com. Experience the ultimate workout that dramatically improves strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and posture. It creates a body that looks long and lean, with slender thighs, flat abdominals and a strong back. Hollywood celebrities and top models use it to maintain beautiful form. Sports enthusiasts and professionals use it to develop coordination and prevent injury. THE PILATES DEN: Offering ongoing, small group mat classes ($10/class, first class $5) and Reformer private sessions at a rare, affordable price. The Pilates Den, Williston. Info, 879-7302. Join us in our sunny home studio and experience Joseph Pilates’ dynamic body conditioning system. Our mat classes are challenging, fun and enhanced by small apparatus like magic circles, foam rollers, therabands and light weights. Our Reformer private sessions feature resistance training on Joseph Pilates’ spring-based Reformer bed that promises to “re-form” your body. Expect to see an increase in muscle tone, strength and stretch, and to feel energized and renewed.
pottery BEGINNING WHEEL: With Loretta Languet. Sept. 16 - Nov 18, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. This class is open to beginning potters who wish to sharpen their skills as well as those who have little to no experience in clay. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of clay and throwing on the potter’s wheel, learning the basics of creating functional ware. We will start with bowl and cylindrical forms and work into more complex pieces including lidded pots, stacked forms and spouts. We also will explore numerous decorative techniques, the glaze application and firing process. Demonstrations, personal instruction and slide presentation will be included. FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS AT THE CLAY AND CRAFT STUDIO: Give-It-A-Whirl, September 11 through October 2, 10 a.m. - noon. Sets and Multiples, Saturday, September 18, noon - 4 p.m. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.burlingtoncityarts.com. INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WHEEL: With Michael Connelly and Loretta Languet. Sept. 15 - Nov. 17. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. This class is designed for students who have some past wheel-throwing experiences and wish to further their understanding of building utilitarian pottery. Special emphasis will be placed on details of your work. The finish process will focus on hightemperature stoneware and soda firings. This class will include individual instruction, slide talks and demonstrations. Demonstrations will be: Glazing for Reduction, Glazing for Soda, Pitchers and Spouts, Lidded Pots, and Teapots. RIVER STREET POTTERS: September/ October, seven-week classes beginning September 1. Adult Wheel: beginners only, Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. Beginner/Intermediate, three classes, Mondays, 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., and Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Wheel, Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Handbuilding,
all levels, beginners welcome, Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. Kids, all ages/levels, two handbuilding and wheel classes, Tuesdays, 3:305 p.m. and Saturdays, 9-11 a.m. Free practice days for adults. 141 River St. Rt. 2, Montpelier. Info, 224-7000. Give your creativity free rein in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. WHEEL THROWING ALL LEVELS: With Loretta Languet. Sept. 16 - Nov. 18, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - noon. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. This class is designed for beginning students as well as those who wish to further their understanding of building utilitarian pottery. Special emphasis will be placed on details of your work. The finish process will focus on high-temperature stoneware and soda firings. This class will include individual instruction, slide talks and demonstrations. Demonstrations will be: Glazing for Reduction, Glazing for Soda, Pitchers and Spouts, Lidded Pots, and Teapots.
printmaking FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS OFFERS AT THE PRINT STUDIO: Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts offers Drypoint from the Landscape with Brian Cohen, Saturday and Sunday, September 45, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Studio memberships available. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.burlingtoncityarts.com.
qi gong MASTER SHARE K. LEW - SHEN GONG NUI GUNG QI GONG: October 2 and 3, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Elements of Healing, Essex Junction. Info, 288-8160. The exercises that Master Lew teaches are part of the internal system of selfhealing. These exercises strengthen the circulation of chi (vital energy) through the internal organs and increases vital health and sensory perception. The Shen are 12 non-strenuous Nui Gung (internal energy cultivation) exercises.
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The primary purpose of this chi Kung form is self-healing. In addition, they can develop concentration, increase visual and auditory acuity and enhance sensitivity to oneself and others. The Shen is part of the Tao Ahn Pai (Taoist elixir method) system created over 1300 years ago by Lu Dong Bin, one of the eight immortals of Taoism. Master Share K. Lew is a Taoist priest with over 60 years experience in the traditional Taoist arts. He received his education at Wong Lung Kwan, a Taoist monastery on the Luo Fo Mountains near Canton, China. Master Lew studied at Wong Lung Kwan for 13 years. During that time he trained in the full range of Taoist Healing and martial arts.
reflexology REFLEXOLOGY: PASSIVE FOOT MOBILIZATION: With Geraldine Villeneuve. Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, September 25, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, September 26, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Monday, September 27, 8 a.m. 12 p.m. (a half-day clinic). Touchstone Healing Arts, 205 Dorset St., 2nd floor, South Burlington. Info and registration, 658-7715. Course fee, $545. This exciting workshop unravels the mystery of Reflexology and gives the student a valuable and common-sense approach to helping others and themselves. Learn the essential value of healthy feet and how foot function impacts the body and its vitality, learn the function of the foot and lower leg, the causes of foot problems and teach easy methods to prevent and or correct foot pain. Learn about common foot disorders and have fun while learning. This workshop is for those with a working knowledge of Reflexology.
reiki REIKI CERTIFICATION TRAINING: Master Practitioner Certification Training, Saturday, September 18, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fee, $550. Reiki I Certification Training, Saturday, September 25. Reiki II Certification Training, Saturday, October 2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fee, $250. Taproot Healing Institute, South Burlington. Info, sunflower@taproot healing.com or call 864-3786. Taught by Sunflower Sutherland, MS, and Reiki Master Teacher. VSAC approved. Reiki is an ancient and sacred energy healing technique originating from Tibetan Sutras. You will receive the Reiki attunements as well as instruction and practice time. The Traditional Usui system of Natural Healing (Usui Shiki Ryoho) is taught.
self-defense VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense: Mondays through Fridays, 7-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m. Cardio/Power Boxing: Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. First class free. Vermont Brazilian JiuJitsu, 4 Howard St., A-8, Burlington. Info, 660-4072. Learn self-defense, martial arts and boxing with a certified black-belt Gracie instructor in this positive and safe environment. Accept no imitations.
self-help FINDING YOUR CENTER: Thursday, October 7, 4 p.m. with Marge Crowe, MSW, Innerharmony Community Wellness Center. Sevenweek series to relax and renew. $15 per class and covered under insurance. Info, 767-6092. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by feelings, by situations in your life, or by world events? At some point, even after years of psychotherapy, we may still find ourselves in emotional turmoil. The intent of this 7-week
course will be to practice skills that will support you in maintaining peace and balance, even when things are difficult. We will work with creating energetic protection (strengthening the energy that creates your “personal space”), watching the thoughts and the messages that you send to yourself and how these thoughts may create internal toxicity, grounding your energy, soothing yourself, finding the stillness that lives inside of you all the time, bringing yourself present into the “now,” and working with energy centers, called chakras, to strengthen yourself. Among other things, we will use guided imagery and some gentle yoga to support you in coming into your center. This will be a time for letting go, relaxing and being fed. USING YOUR ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP AS A VEHICLE FOR PERSONAL GROWTH: Saturday, September 25, with Marge Crowe, MSW, Holistic Body-Centered Psychotherapist. This class is offered both as a day workshop on Saturday, September 25, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $40 per person which includes lunch and is covered under health insurance. Also offered on October 7, Thursday, 5:30 p.m. Relationship Strategies Class. Thursday evenings for seven weeks. $15 per class, also covered under health insurance. InnerHarmony Community Wellness Center, Rochester, VT. Info, 7676092. This workshop will explore why you want to be in a romantic relationship, what you want to attain, does your behavior help you attain that, what goes wrong in romantic relationships, how we lose sight of the person that we love, our friend, the uniqueness of that individual and how you can do it differently so that it works better. During this workshop you will be encouraged to bring a recent argument and each week we will apply the skills and information that you just learned to that argument. This will bring the material to life for you and you’ll see how it can make a difference in your life.
spirituality INTEGRATIVE SPIRITUALITY: Montpelier, Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. September 23 through December 9. Tuition is $225 for 10-week group meetings. Info, call Robert A. Reimondi, M.A., licensed psychologist-master, 223-3572. A 10-week group on spirituality to assist one in practicing one’s faith and enhancing one’s spiritual development. Through the lens of transpersonal psychology, we will examine the perennial philosophies and spiritual traditions in which we believe. In doing so we will review our spiritual practice. Objectives of the group include: bridging the gap between the science of psychology and religious tradition; understanding psychic phenomena from both a psychological and spiritual perspective; identifying the spiritual type that best describes the manner in which one practices; cultivating a compassionate spiritual diversity; and examining and strengthening one’s personal spiritual practice.
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tai chi ONGOING TAI CHI CLASSES: 5:45-7:15 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. Elements of Healing, 62 Pearl Street, Essex Junction. Info, 288-8160 or www.elementsofhealing .net. Traditional Yang style short form is a gentle, flowing exercise that helps correct posture and creates deep relaxation and overall health.
TAI CHI/MONTPELIER: Fall classes begin Monday, Sept. 13, at 64 Main St., 3rd Floor. Beginning students, 5-5:45 p.m.; continuing students, 5:15-6:30 p.m. $108 for 12-week series or $40 for 4-week segment. Register by Sun., Sept. 12. Info, 456-1983 or email grhayes@vtlink.net. Instructor Ellie Hayes has been practicing and teaching Hwa Yu Style Tai Chi since 1974. This style features circular movement, deep relaxation and significant health benefits. TAOIST TAI CHI: Four-month weekly beginner class starting Monday, September 13, 7:158:45 p.m. at Living Yoga Studio, 35 King St., Burlington. $30 per month. Info, call Debra Whitcomb 865-3106 or email vermont@ taoist.org or visit www.taoisttaichi.org. Taoist Tai Chi, founded by Master Moy Lin-Shin, is a gentle art of health and well-being for people of all ages and health conditions. The slow, graceful movements increase strength and flexibility and improve circulation and balance.
wood FINE WOODWORKING: Beginning with Stacey Thalden, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sept. 13 - Nov. 15. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Build a handsome, small table while learning the basics of working with wood. Stacey will introduce students to the properties of wood and fundamental techniques of construction. Basic machine use and safety will be emphasized. FINE WOODWORKING: Intermediate/ Advanced with Doug Jones. Tuesdays 9 a.m. - noon, Sept. 14 - Nov. 16, Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. If you can attend during the day, this is the wood class for you! Demonstrations vary each semester, depending on the interests of current students. Wood joinery, basic lathe turning and routing techniques generally are covered. The instructor will review machine tool use and safety, but students should have a working knowledge of wood properties and construction processes. Suggested: Beginning Wood or the equivalent. Students will choose their own project. FINE WOODWORKING: Intermediate/ Advanced with Doug Jones. Tuesdays, 6:309:30 p.m. or Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Sept. 14/15 - Nov. 16/17 at Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Info, 985-3648. Continue learning the engaging art of woodworking. Students will consult with the instructor on appropriate projects for the class. Demonstrations vary each semester, depending on the particular interests of current students. Wood joinery, basic lathe turning and routing techniques generally are covered. The instructor will review machine tool use and safety, but students should have a working knowledge of wood properties and construction processes. Suggested: Beginning Wood or the equivalent.
yoga BIKRAM YOGA: Ongoing daily classes for all levels. 257 Pine St., Burlington. Info, 6518979. A heated studio facilitates deep stretching and detoxifying. PRENATAL YOGA: New session starting September 13. Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m. Yoga Loft, Rt. 100 North, Waitsfield. $10 per class. Pre-registration recommended. Info, call 7676092. Class is designed to teach mothers how to breathe fully, quiet the mind and relax the body for birthing. Classes are ongoing. TOUCHSTONE HEALING ARTS: FOUR-WEEK FALL YOGA SERIES: Kripalu Yoga with Mark Adams, Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. September 13, 20, 27 and October 4. $40. Jivamukti Yoga
with Janet Green, Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. September 7, 14, 21 and 28. $40. Partner Yoga with Jennifer Harris, Thursdays, 5:306:30 p.m. September 16, 23, 30 and October 7. $65 per couple. Info, 658-7715, ext. 3. Ease into a regular practice in an inviting and convenient location with experienced and supportive teachers to guide you. YOGA AND INTEGRATION: September 14 through November 16, Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. at the Living Yoga Studio, 35 King St., Burlington. Drop-ins welcome. 10 classes for $100, $12 per class. Info, 860-2814. Teacher is Annelies Smith, RSMTT. Integrative Yoga is the coming together of three years of intensive teaching Annelies has done in Yoga, dance and Somatic Movement Training — enriched by her 10-year meditation practice. Using language, imagery and presence, Annelies helps you investigate and experience the depth and subtlety in your body, leading to fuller expression and to being joyful and satisfied. This class will connect you to your “embodied presence.” YOGA AND MEDITATION: September 16 through November 19, Fridays , 9-10:15 a.m. at the Living Yoga Studio, 35 King St., Burlington. Drop-ins welcome. 10 classes for $100, $12 per class. Info, 860-2814, Teacher is Annelies Smith, RSMTT. Because mind is the basis of our experience, we have come to realize that meditation (mind training) is the key to well-being and happiness. Physical training alone is unable to accomplish this. Annelies has been practicing and studying Buddhist sitting meditation for more than 10 years and teaching yoga for three years. In this class, she aims to help you develop a sitting practice along with your yoga practice so you can begin to achieve a stable, flexible, and workable mind and body. YOGA FOR THOSE OVER 60: Instructor Carol Winfield, Yoga Vermont. Info, 660-9718 or www.yogavermont.com. Yoga and those over 60 make a peaceful, playful, perfect match, quite apart from learning to be comfortable and at ease with your body, regardless of so-called deficiencies. Try it your first time for free. YOGA VERMONT: Astanga classes every day. Jivamukti, Kripalu, Kundalini, Gentle, Iyengar, beginner, prenatal and senior classes weekly. Chace Mill and Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info, 660-9718 or www.yoga vermont.com. Many styles to choose from, various levels of intensity, invigorate your yoga practice or start fresh. m
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PLEASANTLY PLUMP, 45, DWF, 5’8”, ISO 40+, tall, monogamous, SWPM, neat, clean, kind in nature. Dog-lover, avid reader, into relaxing at home. Free of minor children and past relationships, a +. Enjoys cooking, gardening, jazz, classical, sushi and giving back rubs. 4204 SWF, YOUNG 48, NA/NS, BLONDE/BLUE, educated. Interests: biking, beginning hiking, loves motorcycles, reading, movies, camping, intimate conversations. Me: honest, genuine, spiritual, playful, shy. Looking to meet employed, sane, SM for fun in the sun, perhaps? 4200
40 YO, DWCF, HONEST, MEDIUM-BUILD, pleasing to the eye. Wonderful legs. Light, bubbly, sometimes woodsy, nature w/a hint of passion on the palate. Bright, bold, complex flavor w/a gentle after-taste on the soul. Best w/complex, slightly nutty flavor. NS/ND. 4161
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ADVENTUROUS, SENSUAL, YOUTHFUL 51 YO SWF, 5’6”, 150 lbs. Very affectionate, loves to cuddle. Seeking SWM to share good times, laughs and falling in love. Don’t be shy. Let’s give this a try! All calls will be answered. 4159
SAPPHIRE-GAL, 50 YO, LOOKING FOR a friend, companion, lover. Great massage-giver, good listener, no burdens to bring to a friendship, just kind-hearted and loving. Gentle, sweet, calm, independent, loves to touch and be touched, enlightened and seeks same. 4183
SAF, 40, 5’2, 100 LBS., LOOKING TO meet a sincere, open-minded individual for friendship. 4069 WANTED: 36-46 YO M. ME: BLONDE/ green, attractive, fun, athletic and accomplished. You: have similar attributes and are looking for a lady not a girl. Tennis/golf a +. 3952
ZAFTIG SJF, VISUAL ARTIST ISO SM w/similar vocation for LTR. Join me for meandering walks, movies, gallery visiting, reading of all sorts, eclectic conversation, meals at home or in town and many fine hours of kissing and canoodling. 4182
SMART, SEXY, SENSUOUS, DEEP, SOULFUL, slim, poetic girl, 48, seeks meaningful connection w/fit, experienced hiker/paddler, sensitive, humorous, grounded, mortal, 48+. One-trick ponies given special consideration. 3941
SINGLE, CUTE, CURVY GAL SEEKS SINGLE, kind, honest M, 29-34. Prefer M who donesn’t want just one-night stands. The idea of a M who is family-oriented and not afraid of LTRs sounds good. 4179
DON’T HIKE. DON’T BIKE. DON’T SKI. Don’t run. Don’t want to. Still manage to lead an active life. Go figure. Intelligent, stable and fun. Passionate about everything, outgoing and opinionated. 46 YO DWF, grown kids, seeks NS/ND, non-shallow soulmate. 3930
FF, ACTIVE, ATHLETIC SWF, 28, SEEKS smart, sexy, confident, left-leaning SWM, 25-30, for coffee, drinks, dinner, hiking and subversive political discussions. NS/ND preferred. 4170
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I’M A COUNTRY GIRL W/A CITY EDGE looking for a M, 42-52, that likes long drives, playing pool, good food and a has romantic heart. Race unimportant. I work hard and I play hard. 3927
SWF, MOTHER OF TWO, SEEKS SWM FOR possible LTR. Me: 25 YO, brown hair/eyes. Let’s get to know each other on a personal level. You: 25-32 YO, employed, good-hearted and sense of humor. Please, no mama’s boys! 4160
PRETTY, DOWN-TO-EARTH, SOFT-SPOKEN and introspective brunette. 5’7”, 38 YO. Loves giving and receiving affection, music, comedy, the outdoors. Seeking a M who is attractive, has a self-deprecating sense of humor, enjoys romance and is intelligent. I’d love to hear from you. 4197
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RICHIE-RICH, 44-70 YO: IF YOU WOULD like to take care of a 40ish, lovely F, financially/emotionally, spoil me, I can be a great companion w/a lot of fun and laughter. We might fall in love! 4162
INDEPENDENT, INTELLIGENT, FUN-LOVING 59 YO California transplant, loves the outdoors, kayaking, hiking, gardening, animals, cooking, literature, rock and classical music. Politically progressive, well-traveled. Seeks kindred spirit. 3904 25 YO WF, 5’2”, 108 LBS., INTERESTED in meeting M who were born in the 70’s for fun. Please, no one over 200 lbs. 3902 WOULD LIKE TO MEET SOMEONE WHO would not mind exploring this life together. Very talented and friendly. Be in touch, can’t do it alone. 3901 ATTRACTIVE, ATHLETIC, ACTIVE, FUN, FIT, healthy SWPF, 5’5’ w/inviting eyes and nice smile, enjoys travel, biking, sailing, movies, etc. Seeks handsome, NS, physically active, intelligent PM, 35-48, to share interests, intimacy and passion for each other. Burlington-area. 3899 ATTRACTIVE, BUXOM, SWF, 62+, N/S, enjoys life and adventure. Loves the country and animals, both 2 and 4legged. ISO SWM, 62-65 for fun, companionship and whatever else! If you pass up this ad, your loss! 3891 TALL, WARM AND SWEET DWF, LATE 40s, “muy” attractive. Bright, well-travelled, bit of a sophisticate, playful, emotive, sensual and strong. Admire openness in others coupled with integrity. Enjoy sharing in stimulating conversation, music, arts and family. Gentle in heart, trustworthy and genuine. Looking for a good match. Welcome to my world! 3832
SWF, 27, 5’2”, LONG DARK HAIR BIG brown eyes. ISO SM, 27-34. Must have brains, a great sense of humor and love both Superman and pecan pie. 3816 SWF, SEEKER, SPIRITUAL BALANCE MAINtained by commitment to intentional optimism. Blonde, blue, 40s, FF, fit, happy. Multigenerational household, dogs, cats, birds, horses. Love to play, outside, inside. 420. Self-sufficient, self-employed hard worker. Love life! Join me? 3798 “THIS LITTLE HEART OF MINE” SEEKS it’s cosmic connection for some mighty high-vibrations on an inner/outer journey of creative vision, down-to-Earth-living and soul-expression. Ageless spirit, youthful-body, veggie diet, radiant energy, 50+ years. 3729 DWPF, 45, PETITE, ISO STABLE, KIND, big teddy bear kinda guy for mutual giving relationship. Romance is a +. I love time w/my sons. I enjoy sports, caring for my pets, camping, swimming, traveling, motorcycles, movies and a good laugh. 3710 WANTED: A PATH W/A HEART. RIGHTseeing , right-knowing, right-action are a must. Also appreciated, compassion, simplicity, creativity. Me: sweet and kind, European, 35 YO single mom, educated, w/genuine interest in human suffering, spiritual practices, art. 3626 57 YO SWPF SEEKS COMPANION. I’M attractive if aged, humorous and serious, academic yet down to earth, sometimes lonely but happy. Interests include town and country, performing arts, museums, movies, nature, walking, easy bicycling, environmental causes, travel near and far. 3624 LOVELY, BRIGHT AND ARTISTIC NSWF, 40ish, w/an eye on the classic and an eye on individuality. Seeks a S, NSWM with commendable attributes and appeal. Inspired by the simple, yet appreciative of the grand. Serious inquiries only, please! 3623
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SEVEN DAYS | september 08-15, 2004 | 7Dpersonals 21B
ARTISTIC, GREGARIOUS, 30 YO W SEEKS a stress-relieving M w/humor, wit and a supportive nature. Prefer snowboarder/ skier or biker for companionship, adventure and LTR. Dog and advanced degree a +. Age 25-35. 3615 STILL WAITING FOR MY SUGAR-DADDY that’s all blow and show, for lots of fun. 50+. NS/ND. 3610 WARMHEARTED COUNTRY-GIRL, ISO tall, muscular, respectful Arab M, 35-45 for honest/sincere relationship. Enjoy being pampered, mountains, camping, animals, the Great Escape, intimate-conversation, home-cooked meals? Me too! No games please! 3609 OPEN, HONEST, CONTENT, EGALITARIAN adventurer ISO happy, secure gentleman, 60’s or thereabouts, whose penchants may include politics, gardening, spirituality, travel, skiing, Celtic culture and connectedness, performing and creative art, the experience of food and other sensual delights. All replies answered. 3606 SWPF, 40, ISO S/DWPM, 35-50, ND/NS. I enjoy animals, reading, writing, cuddling and kissing. Let’s use the summer to tour our beautiful state and get to know one another. Friendship first, honesty a must. Let’s talk and meet. 3603
men > women 38 YO M SEEKS PEACE-LOVING, MATURE lover for friendship, love and fun. I like camping, fishing, gardening, crafts and politics. I can cook too. Peace. 4201 WHERE ARE ALL THE NORMAL WOMEN? Like good food and interesting nights out? Hiking or just relaxing w/a few drinks. Fun, athletic, intelligent, attractive 31 YO M ISO 27-34 YO w/like mind and hobbies. 4184 WOULD GOD BE REAL IF YOU FOUND your life’s greatest love in Seven Days? Adam ISO a lady w/nice apples! Let’s make pie and eat it in the garden while no one’s watching us! Where is my paradise? I’m 46. 4178 M, 39, 6’, 200 LBS., IN-SHAPE, NEW TO area, looking for honest, fit, attractive F for friendship, fun. LTR possible if it goes that way. Honesty in every respect a must! Animal lover and smokers OK. 4177 HANDSOME GENTLEMAN, 42, SEEKS spiritually aware lady on which to dote. Let’s explore friendship, love and spiritual connection together. I am playful, openminded, creative and physically very active and hope that you are too. Please enjoy kids and the water. 4176
23 YO M CULINARY STUDENT IN ESSEX Junction looking for a fun F, 18-30, for hanging/making out and more. Get in contact w/me and I’ll make you breakfast in the morning. 4172 36 YO, 5’7”, WPM, HEALTHY, FIT, CYCLIST, seeking 26-38 YO for fun and fire. Connection w/a new friend, maybe LTR. Hike, bike, music, clear and open-communication essential. 420, living just a bit north of Burlington. 4164 SWM, 56, 5’9”, 155 LBS. OWN HOME, Rutland, physically attractive, simple Christian lifestyle. Day-trips, Greyhound travel, snack bars, local events, concerts, plays, movies, rock, blues, country music, dancing, biking, hiking, gentle walks, other physical activity. ISO SWF, 43-58, romantic relationship, dating or possible LTR, cuddling, affection, similar interests. 4157 TATTOOED, PIERCED, FREAK, TWISTED, intelligent, humorous, caring, sensitive bouncer seeking tattooed, pierced. freak, twisted, intelligent, humorous, caring, sensitive, non-bouncer for 420 fun and possible LTR. 4066 HELP! TARZAN SURROUNDED BY MANeating Pigmy. Need slender, sexy Jane really badly for hot jungle love. More fun than witch doctor, smarter than monkey, better looking than both. Hurry, Tarzan lonely. ISO F, 30’s or 40’s. Will reply to all. 4063 NEW STAR FOR 1001 ROMANTIC NIGHTS: SWPM, 48, ISO NS, SWF. Scintillating soulmate to move into LTR. She would be willing to discuss mutual magical fantasies and use her coquettish fancy to put sirenic legerdemain into our relationship. 3954 THE BEST WOMAN ORGASMER: I LAST four hours when making love to a woman and go about five times in a night. I promise you will feel like a dishrag when I am done w/you and walk w/a limp for rest of the week. 3951 SPIRITUALLY CENTERED TEACHER, involved father, listener, active, fit, vegetarian. Into biking, hiking, boating, politics, stimulating conversation, travel, artistic expression, drama. ISO friend, 40-50, to help celebrate life’s mysteries, victories and challenges. 3950 LOOKING FOR A SLIM, ATHLETIC, UNDER 5’5”, down-to-earth, 25-35 YO who loves to ski,snowshoe and climb year-round. I’m 5’2”, 135 lb., love to trail-run, ski, snowshoe, swim, climb rock/ice. I like good conversation, coffee, Guinness and looking for a weightlifting partner. 3944 SWM, 27, SHY, LOOKING TO MEET THAT special SF, 23-37, who likes Nascar, hiking, fishing. LTR-ready. Don’t judge a book by it’s cover! What someone lacks in looks is made up in personality. Will answer all. 3942
SEIZE THE SUMMER: SWPM, ACTIVE, FIT, honest, sincere, confident and humorous ISO active SWF, 30-40, to share gourmet cooking, meaningful conversation, golf, hiking, swimming, motorcycling, yoga and dancing. Possible LTR. 3938 LONELY M SEEKS F COMPANION. FRIENDship and love is the cure for loneliness. If you have the antidote and are 19-25, you might be able to save my heart. Looks don’t matter if fate is bestowed upon us. 3935 22 SWM, 140 LBS, ATHLETIC. ISO SF, 18-35, decent build. Specifically looking for a gal who wants a guy’s first time! No strings or FWB. Must have experience and endurance! And can’t be shy! Central VTarea preferred. 3923 SWM SEEKS SF, 21-35, FOR FRIENDSHIP and potentially LTR. Active, hard-working w/goals in life. A caring, sensitive individual looking to share life, fun and adventure. Enjoys both indoor and outdoor fun and loves food. 3915 LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SERIOUS? Intelligent, outdoorsy, funny, attractive 26 YO SPAM, ISO a sweet, slender, attractive SF for an adventurous LTR and more. 5’8”, 160 lbs, athletic and educated. Love to cuddle and nibble. Interested to bond our busy lives together? 3911 GENTLE SOUL, QUICK MIND, FIRM BODY and caring heart seeks same in F 43 -55, who enjoys life’s simple beauties and wants to create a special relationship. I am a financially independent P. 3907 20 YO M, AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHER looking for 18-25 YO attractive F to model. 3905 THE SEASON IS CHANGING AND SOON it will be my favorite time of year. the crisp mornings and the afternoon colors sure make me feel alive. The only downfall is that the days are shorter so I need to find things at home to keep me occupied. Are you willing to help entertain me? SPM, 31, active, loves the outdoors. ISO, I’m not sure exactly, but I know it will be fun. 3890 HEAVEN KNOWS, ANYTHING GOES, OVER, under, sideways, down. summer’s good time is almost gone. SWM, 52, somewhat sensible, sensitive, intensely sensual, galactic hitchhiker ISO a nice, long ride to the heart of the universal mind. Art, music, nature, lover, more. 3888 SAILING PARTNER, NS, RETIRED EXECUtive ISO companion to help sail 24’ sailboat on Lake Champlain this summer. Sailing experience not necessary, but a love of water and a sense of humor are a plus. Maine coast sailing is also possible. 3887
A WONDERFUL GUY: SWM, 29, 5’11”, blue eyes, brown hair. ISO SWF 29-45 YO, for relationship. Very active, love to play pool & have fun. Please call. 3886 YOUTHFUL 42 YO, NS PM ISO KINDRED spirit to share hiking, camping, 4-season outdoor adventures. Passion for playing and listening to folk and bluegrass music. Athletic, hardworking, and dependable, great sense of humor, serious nature. ISO LTR w/right country girl. 3829 LAID BACK IN THE MOUNTAINS DWM, 53. I enjoy long rides, walks, camping, fishing and going out. People say I have a nice personality. ISO the same. I have a lot of love to give. Do you? Call me. 3828 WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS!! PM, 32, FIT LIKE to have fun. ISO attractive, fit, athletic F, w/sense of humor, and likes food, wine, movies, dancing, sports, animals. Kids are cool. NS please. 3822 SWM, 24, EDUCATED, FINANCIALLY healthy tall, skinny and responsible. ISO SWF w/similar interests of hiking, biking, jogging, camping and the tear-jerker movie watcher. If you are honest and looking for a LTR give me a call tonight. 3813 HAVE A FANTASY ABOUT THE BOY NEXT door or the yard guy? Will perform yard/ house work in exchange for personal favors. Looking to please and be pleased. W/M, 23, good looking, discretion a must! 3812 I’M HUMOROUS, HANDSOME, ORGANIC I have boomer values, am an anarchist/ atheist and don’t believe in the death penalty, even for vegetarians and Republicans. The only thing I can’t tolerate is intolerance, but funny, pretty, irreverent and irrelevant women amuse me. LTR. 3811 SWM ISO AN EXTREME TYPE OF WOMAN, who skis black diamonds, mt. bikes and enjoys fitness, adventures, motorcycles. Me: kind, caring, easy going, NS/SD. 3805 LIKE GRAY EYES? PONYTAILS? TRAIN sounds? Musically immersed, middle-aged ectomorphs? Fresh-brewed coffee, say, Guatemalan? Think voice greetings are stupid? Free radio is happening? Smokers have no rights whatever, until they pick up their butts? Well then, jackpot! 3803 OUTDOOR AND INTELLECTUAL ADVENturer SWPM, 45, no kids, seeks intelligent and reasonably fit partner, 30-50, to live heartily. Interests include travel, films, and good food and drink. Cycling and XC skiing a plus. NS/ND please. 3801
A RUNNER’S HI: MIDDLE-AGED, KIND, perceptive runner is ready for LTR. Openminded, liberal, loves jazz, books, drawing, children, photography, dancing, libraries and NY Mets. NS. I seek kind, friendly, intelligent F for LTR based on mutual caring. 3735 SWM, 31, WHIMSICAL BURLINGTON artist/geek seeks creative individual. I enjoy riding on the bike path, long programming sessions and rainy evening Looney Tune marathons. Let’s inspire each other’s art. 3733 EROTIC DANCER SEEKS LTR: I WOULD slowly take off all my clothes, rubbing my muscular body all over you, flexing my buttocks in your face. I would pour melted chocolate all over you, licking and touching your sweet, tasting... 3727 20 YO FIRE FIGHTER SEEKING TO KINDLE friendship, maybe love fire. Kind, sincere, honest, seeking same. No license, car is needed. I’ll pay gas though. Me: 6’1”, br/br. Caucasian looks shouldn’t matter if we’re to be. 3726 UNIQUE SWM, 30 YO HONEST, CLEAN-CUT, great listener, lean, hardworking, enjoys camping, hunting, walks, animals, motorsports, bowling, movies, dinners, motorcycles. Looking for SF, 19-40 YO, to enjoy some similarities together, the simple things life has to offer. 3723 THIS IS FOR ALL THE LADIES IN THE house. Are there any single ladies left in Burlington? Here’s the deal, I’m an adorable, veggie eatin’, bass playin’, artsy-type w/a big heart. Everybody’s friend ISO a muse. 31 YO. 3718 INTENSE ORGASMS AFTER LONG HOURS of heated passion are yours to enjoy! Teasing and tempting play is a daily must! ISO hot, kick-ass, intelligent, F lover for erotic lust-filled LTR. This tall, strong, sexy, SWM wants you so bad. 3716 TALL, DARK AND HANDSOME SWM, 27, Burlington-area, athletic/fit, searching for my other half. She knows I enjoy romantic nights out or quiet evenings at home. She also knows I’m very passionate and sensual. I know she’s here somewhere. 3715 ATTRACTIVE, 35 YO, FUN, FIT, PLAYFUL, intellectual, late-bloomer, educated and traveled. Seeks physically active, healthy, 35 YO or younger for play partner, potentially leading to LTR. In Burlington. 3703
ATTRACTIVE SWM, 40, SMOKER ISO attractive older SWF, 60+, who smokes and has no kids, for serious relationship. Interests include movies and music. 3797
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NIGHT SHIFT WORKER, SWPM 51 YO ISO SF with the same work schedule. I am an easy-going, quiet type-person w/a good sense of humor and great attitude. Give me a call. 3696 HOPELESS ROMANTIC, SEMI-HOMEBODY, SWM, 38 YO, ISO friend/lover. Love movies, eating out, being outside, long talks and laughing. Me: br/br, 170 lbs., love Red Sox and Bruins, goatee, 5’7”. Smoker. I’m easy to get to know, so call. 3694 OFF FOR THE SUMMER? SEEKING A travel-minded gal who would like to share a 2-3 week cross-country trip in late August. LTR possible, but just company would be great, too. Let’s pack our boots and plan our destinations. 3649 SWM, 46, INTO BOOKS, MOVIES AND living in the country. Looking for SF, bright, happy and loving for LTR. ND. 40-45 YO. 3648 I’VE GOT A FEELING, IT STARTS W/AN I and ends with a U. SWM, 47, 5’11”, 180 lbs. Healthy, fit, ambitious, active, hardworking, good-looking, NS, very lightdrinker seeks attractive, fit, smart lady for movies, dinner, fairs, family and animals. LTR. 3645 35 YO HANDSOME M, NICE TOOLS, athletic, reliable, emotional/financially healthy. Fine cuisine at home, sexy Italian/ Irish bad-boy but a real sweetheart, passion and adventure, live in dead social scene 30 minutes from Burlington/LC Islands. ISO WPF, 25-35. Healthy and fit but a woman who will eat an occasional donut. 3640 TALL, HUMOROUS, GRACIOUS, EDUCATED SWM seeks fit, gentle, alluring NS SWF, 40-48, to share local haunts and country jaunts. Scrabble players and nature enthusiasts get extra points. 3638 ANY REAL, AVAILABLE WOMEN OUT THERE? Looking to connect w/attractive, slim-tomedium build, spontaneous, adventurous, open-minded, easy-going F who enjoys intimacy and romance. Me: attractive, dark-haired, muscular build, younger-looking, 45 YO M seeking that special connection for possible LTR. 3633 MODELS WANTED! PHOTOGRAPHER, 20 YO M looking for attractive 18-25 F’s for paid photo shoots. 3627 41 YO SW DAD. MY SON IS MY NUMBERone priority, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have time for you. Who knows, we might just click. So take a chance, call now! Let’s talk. NS/ND. 3617 COMPANION FOR RETIRED GENT WHO enjoys road bicycling, sailing, dinners in Montreal, travel, other interests. SWM, 6’1”, 170 lbs., blue and white. Must be available and willing to share your adventurous background. All calls answered. 3611 BRUISED AND BATTERED BUT UNBOWED relationship warrior. SWM, 40, NS/ND, rare. Emotionally/financially secure but incomplete. I run, swim, climb, garden, ride, ski, etc. Seeking friendship with a kind, happy muse. LTR as a result: huge bonus. 3605
MUSICIAN , CARPENTER, NATURE-LOVER, handsome, kind 45 YO, 5’9”, 215 lbs., long, curly, brown-hair. Hoping to meet an open-minded, healthy F, 35-55. Love of children and animals a +. I have a great life, I just need someone to share it with! 3599
women > women LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE to share a lot of things with. I have darkbrown hair/dark-brown eyes, med. build, 170 lbs. I am kind, loving, warm, friendly, honest, loyal and lots more. I hope and pray to hear from someone. 4068 30 YO P LESBIAN SEEKING LIBERAL, friendly, social and adventurous F w/good sense of humor. Must dig tattoos and piercings. Love the outdoors, animals, good music, making furniture, eating good food and renting movies. Occasional smoker OK. 3956 ME: SWF. ARE YOU A BEAUTIFUL, FIT F who is available for fun? Into ethnic foods, culture, travel, movies, music, nature walks, Montreal, beaches, books, people, 40’s. Me: fit, sexy, educated, attractive, spicy, sober, gardens, gyms, yoga, spirituality, humor. 3937 25 YO GWF, SORT-BUTCH, CUTE LITTLE cowgirl, loves romantic strolls, playing in mud puddles and nights by the woodstove. Longs for someone to share mud hopping with! Love of simple life a +! 3920 BI-CURIOUS F LOOKING FOR A LITTLE FUN. I want to fulfill a fantasy for me and possibly let my boyfriend watch to fulfill one of his fantasies. Discretion/chemistry a must. All calls will be answered. 3917 STEEL FRAME HARDTAIL, 35, SEEKING lively components to float up hills, roll through obstacles and leap w/faith upon descents. Desire easy-shifting, resiliency under stress. Anatomically appropriate saddle essential, aggressive tread a +, reflective mirrors a spoke of luck. 3898 BEAUTIFUL, SEXY, SMART, SILLY BLONDE, 28, ISO friendship w/benefits w/right female. Someone to chase butterflies, have great sexual energy, educated, kinky, wellkept. Fun, friendly, erotic F who is ready to get out from behind these screens and meet/experience the real thing. 3824 39 YO FIT P BI-CURIOUS F ISO 26-35 YO F for fun and new experiences. I am looking for someone who is fairly fit and enjoys staying in shape. 3713 35 YO, SGF LOOKING TO MEET NEW people, make new friends and then see what happens. I love all women’s sports and I play a sport myself. Like to dance, listen to most kinds of music, friendly, caring and understanding. 3619 OLD ENOUGH TO KNOW BETTER, BUT still looking for true love. 46, 5’8”, blueeyes, dark-hair. Like fine wine; I’m spicy, complex, intense. I’m active, emotionally/financially secure. Seeking compatible partner for enjoying life’s journey. 3597
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men > men THESE PERSONAL ADS ARE USUALLY JUST lies, making yourself out to be someone you’re not. WM, 37, 5’11”, 190 lbs., blonde/ blue, nice smile, friendly, not into gayscene. Seeking masculine guys for friends doing stuff. I know you are out there. 4070 HANDSOME, MASCULINE 26 YO GWM, seeking other boys, 23-35, who are also handsome and masculine, for friendship and maybe more. 3903 21 YO BOY-TOY, GWM, 220 LBS., SEEKing guys under 28 for hot, passionate love making sessions. I like to service others and be serviced. I am versatile and love to suck and rim. You must be NS/ND. 3900 MIDDLE-AGED WM, ISO WM, 65+ FOR friendship and occasional rewarding romance. Let’s talk. I’m clean and discreet. 3827 GWM, TIRED OF TRAVELING/DINING ALONE ISO GM, 38-55, NS/ND, for weekend getaways, flea markets, day trips, cooking, back roads and developing a relationship. 3794 ATTRACTIVE 40 YO GWPM, 5’10”, 160 lbs., Br/Bl. ISO young guys who live in, on, or around Colchester, Milton or Islands. Day or night, indoors or outdoors to ride this hot bottom, who is a top, too. Discreet. 3793 I’M JUST A BOY-TOY WHO WOULD LOVE to pleasure you however you need it. Completely versatile, love to suck and rim. Your needs are mine. I’m an attractive, muscular, 32 YO searching for a fit, handsome, young master, under 28. 3691 MAWBIM, NICE-LOOKING, 6’4”, 240 LBS. Seeking M for daytime fun. Very discreet and D/D-free. You be the same. No games, just safe fun. 3646 SMOOTH, WELL-DEFINED CHINESEAmerican stud is calling lean guys w/great buns and beautiful faces to pose for photos. Moderate compensation. Shoot you in your naked bodies or in the most fantastic clothing you already have worn. Indoor/ outdoor. Also looking for a couple of rimming artists. Do have a splendid summer! 3600
bi seeking ? BIF, 28 YO, 5’4”, 120 LBS, BLONDE, very attractive/sexy girl, healthy, looking for F and/or attractive CU’s for fun, play, and smiles. Am looking to explore my BIF sexuality w/you. Must be educated, clean, fun and attractive. Chemistry a must. 4199 MAPCU AF AND WM, 37 YO, ISO TALL, height/weight proportional, not hairy BI/BI-curious M to join us for needed help. He wants to build upon oral skills. Email and picture exchange a must prior to meeting. 4180
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BIM, 5’5, 135 LBS. SAFE, DISCREET. Free most weekends. ISO M under 40, inshape, well-hung. Will suck/swallow and let you take photos in any position you want. Be aggressive and order me to please you. Interested, call. 4067 BIWM, 35, VERY ATTRACTIVE, HEALTHY, open and positive. Seeking BIWF that is friendly, open and sensual. Interested in good conversation, fun and friendship, intimacy and possibly LTR. Will respond to all replies. 3908 EXPERT ORAL OFFERED: MABIM SEEKS S/BIM. You’ll love my service. Will drop, suck and swallow only if you are under 40, hung, in-shape, no bellies, clean, disease-free, discreet and not gay. No exceptions. If this isn’t you, don’t call. 3725 DO YOU ACHE TO SERVE? THE KARMIC pathways of your contrition involves much kneeling. ISO French maids, obsessive good-housekeepers and Mr. Cleans. Merely be eager to serve, mop-skilled and willing to submit to strict discipline. 3647 BI-CURIOUS SWM, 36, EAGER TO GIVE oral for first time. Seek someone 20-30 YO who is hung. Let me show you what I can do on my knees. If you have responded to this ad in the past, please try again. 3636 MABIF LOOKING FOR BIF, OPEN-MINDED and clean to join M/F CU for fun. 3629 BBIMAF, 40+, LOOKING FOR A FRIEND to hang-out with. Discreet. Like Reggae, camping, movies. Want someone 40 or younger, fit. Like nice tits. Call me. 3602
just friends 60-ISH QUEEN-SIZE LADY IN PUBLIC, could be more later. Looking for companionship. All calls answered, so leave name and number. No email, as no computer. 4193 SINGLE VEGETARIANS AND “WANT-TObe” vegetarians: Join other like-minded folks for potlucks, health/nutrition talks, fun activities and just plain socializing. 3948 NEED NO REPLY, JUST STOP BY WHERE the S. Burlington mall buildings are blue. I will meet you. Think music store. M, 60, ISO SF NS for friendship. Let’s visit. 3809 60ISH, 5’11, 180, ACTIVE, TRAVELS, ANY and all show entertainment, my expense. Would enjoy hearing from 40-60 YO lady w/no hang-ups on being catered to, in a gentle, sexual way. All calls answered. 3730
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i spy NORTH BEACH, 9/02. YOU: ATTRACTIVE woman, long black hair, glasses, pensive next to laid bicycle. Me: black beard, blue shirt, walking w/friend. You used to work at IBM. Want to meet you. Coffee? 4203 MR. NATURAL SAYS: I SEE YOU MACHETEwielding ski run trimmers! Punji’s everywhere, get a pruning saw, cut lower and flatter or someone will get hurt! If you don’t know what you are doing, ask someone who does. 4196 AUBURN HAIR, WHITE SUBIE, WATERbury park and ride. Me: red convertible, wiping nose aggressively. Let’s meet and discuss subatomic particles. 4195 BIKE ACROSS CUBA: YOU’VE BEEN TO Cuba and were wearing a very pretty necklace. I said you looked like you were ready to ride. Ride together? 4194 I SPY A BROWN HONDA CIVIC AT MAPLEfields in Stowe. You liked my blue Honda Civic. Maybe for parts? Would you like to buy it? I’ll give you a good deal! 4191 SUPERMARKET GIRL: I SAW YOU AT Hannaford’s in South Burlington on Wed. and thought you had a really sexy smile. Should have talked to you but I was beat from work and couldn’t think straight. Maybe I could get another chance. 4190 8/26, 8:30 A.M.: BLONDE BEAUTY, GOLD car, Williston Shaw’s service desk. Me: at check-out. We did double takes. Chemistry maybe? Would love to find out. Call me. 4189 MORRISVILLE: YOU: A VERY SEXY STUNning blond, great smile, extra friendly and all around great catch. Me: tall, dark hair and intimidated by you. Let’s get together and do something fun. 4188
30 YO F, NEW TO AREA ISO F FRIENDS for hanging out and doing athletic events to stay in shape. I like to run, bike, hike and of course, shop. 3714
VILLAGE STATION: YOU: STUNNING brunette drinking Club Car special. We talked about baseball and politics. Care to join me for dinner? I hear it’s fabulous. 4187
HEALTHY, VIBRANT WPM, 60 YO, ISO WPF for friendship. Occupation and desires do not allow for drug-users or alcohol abusers. Letter first. 3612
BE STILL MY BEATING HEART! I SPY THE hottest bartender at the Village Station. When that train rattled by, I could only wonder what else I could rattle with you. I like a man in jeans and a button-down. 4186 HOT GUY PICKING UP HAY, THURSDAY. I pulled over so you could drive by. Do you deliver? 4167
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SMILEY, HERE WE ARE AGAIN, AT THE place we first met. I am still crazy in love w/you after all this time. Thanks for teaching me so much and making me a better person. I absolutely adore you. 4166 JAYVT732A: SAW YOU ON JDATE, THOUGH not Jewish. Yes, ideal relationship is communicative and respectful. Up for “not first date” to Stowe or can cook a French dinner w/perfect wine. Last logged on July. Found perfection or still looking? 4165 TO MY BROWN WATER-MAMA: IT’S GONNA be all right. It’s gonna be OK. Go find your smile. All is not lost. I’ll be here on the sidelines cheering you on. A not blind or crazy, but charmed gator. 4158 ESTEN: YOU’RE MY ISLAND IN CROWDS of faces, my oasis. I can’t believe I found you! I love you. 4065 TO THE REAL GOOD SWIMMER WHO I wish I made friends w/a la North Beach when we met. Real good is an interesting principle to always go by when making new friends and establishing yourself, “swimming along” in friendship, too. Do you spy me as well as a possible swim buddy, in principle that also defines real good, as in me and you, too? 4064 SHAWS, TAFT CORNERS CHECKOUT, 8/20: Bird food w/cherries and nuts. I’m too old not to have asked you out for coffee. Rejection would have been preferable. Punish me further by not answering this ad. 4062 WATERBURY, FREEDOM CHEVY: YOU HAVE the most beautiful eyes. I stopped the world to melt for you. I don’t want my card back. Hope you are happy now. Next time read the fine print! 4061 SHELBURNE FARMS MOZART CONCERT, 8/7: You: attractive young guy w/long brown hair pulled back in pony tail, handing out programs/tickets. Me: 30something attractive guy w/old folks. Caught my eye, I’m intrigued. 4060 DARK-HAIRED CUTIE AT DANFORM ON Church St. I hear you love a good drink, Dennis Leary and Maynard. I’m taller and have more hair than Maynard. Plus, I’m already yours. Meow. 4059 NATE: I HOPE THE REST OF THE BLACK velvet went to good use. Thank you for sharing the evening w/me. You know what they say about Aries and Scorpio. I hope to run into you again. Be well. 3955 D: I REALLY WISH THINGS HAD WORKED out. I’m honestly surprised that they didn’t, maybe it wasn’t the right time, but you still cross my mind. 3953 ONE BATTERY ST. JEANS EMPLOYEE working on the morning of 8/20. Me: gal w/blondish-brown hair, yellow-tee. You sold me a couple of jeans, we made eyecontact. I thought about you for the rest of the day! 3949 8/9, DAVE AT THE LAUNDROMAT: THAT was one of the more humbling laundry experiences I had. Did your wash make you itchy? You should have listened. Perhaps we can discuss it over a drink? 3947
8/14, I SPY HEATHER, OF RI RA AND FAHC fame. We met and talked, thanks to you, even spoke on the tele later on. I am kicking myself for leaving so early and then not asking for your phone number later. You are truly stunning, I was blown away. Would really love a chance to meet again. 3946 BACK ROADS TRAVELER: FOREST-EYES misses you. If we only ever sit side-byside, sharing space and time, I will be content. I like the way you smile, it reminds me of a happy child. It makes me feel a little less alone. 3945 FEARLESS WINK IN PINK W/A YELLOW bag. You set the world to flame and no one can save me but you. I want your story and full frontal eye contact. You’re so brave. Meet me now. 3939 HEY, INCREDIBLE LADY! YEAH, YOU know who you are. Thanks for the weekend of sweet harmony. More than I expected or hoped for. This smile isn’t going anywhere for a while. Hope yours doesn’t, either. You’re beyond special. 3936 8/21, AROUND 9 P.M. AT VPB OUR EYES met a few times, but we never did. You: wearing a baseball hat, goatee, standing at the corner of bar in the open window area. Me: dark blonde wavy hair, sitting right at the middle of bar. I looked your way a few times and you caught me every time. Wondering if you are single? 3934 I SPY A CUTE TEACHER OF LITTLE GOBLINS from Jericho, who is the sweetest thing I ever did see. Signed, the Professor. 3933 TRAVIS: MET YOU AT TRAVIS THE MILLennium in 2002. Had pizza on Church St. and told you about I spy. I moved to FL. and now am back. Missing your long hair and hoping to reconnect. 3932 THE WAITER AT NECI W/THE PLUGS: I’VE seen you at a bar before. The baby isn’t mine. I just want you to know that I think you are beautiful, as are your tattoos. 3931 8/23, HURRICANE DR.: I SPY A BEAUTIful FedEx driver. Me: in little green car asking directions to Progressive. Coffee sometime? 3929 KATE: YOU ANSWERED MY PERSONAL. I lost your number. You said you liked goatees and the Yankees, boo! You have two daughters, one in college. I’m romantic, love sports, being outside, being close. Go Red Sox! Call again. 3925 MT MOOSILAUKE, 8/14: I SPY CURLYbrown hair through the trees talking to the birds. I was w/dad. You were hiking w/mom. Your mom told me lots about you. UVM ‘02? Let’s ditch the rents and take our own pace. 3922 8/13: WHEN YOU MAKE ME FOOD, IT puts me in the mood. We chat daily. How can you be so oblivious to my advances? You nourish me more than you know, but until you do, I’ll just have the special. 3921 I SPY A PIMP-PRINCESS! BARTENDERS don’t stand a chance. BB’s quiver. Girls lose their men. May your Malibu/pineapple/PMS runneth over and may there be Mac and Cheese forever! 3919
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couples seeking... KINKY FANTASY: ME: 24, HIM: 32. WE are looking for M 18-35 in Barre-area who enjoy’s receiving oral. I want to watch my boyfriend give another man oral and have you give him a facial. 3916 PCU, 40+, ISO BIM TO EXPLORE SEXUAL 3-some w/in Burlington area. We are new to the experience and would like to be shown the ropes. We have lots of energy and hope for the same from you. Serious inquiries only. 3814 WE’LL WATCH YOU AND YOU CAN WATCH us, then we’ll see what happens next. Love playing outdoors. MACU, 55 and 45 years old, bi-curious, first time, seeking similar. 3800 CLEAN, SEXY, ACTIVE, GORGEOUS CU ISO fun, attractive, flirty F friend. A little extra around the waist is OK. 18-26, 420 friendly, camping, concerts and hanging out. Give us a call, let’s have fun together. 3795 MACU: WE ARE LOOKING FOR A BIM OR GM for discreet sexual encounters. We want to explore his feminine side. D/D free. Smoking is a +. 3724 29 AND 31 YO ATTRACTIVE MAWCU seeks feminine, petite, BI or BI-curious M for discreet fun. 3642 COME GET FREAKY W/US! YOUNG CU seeks CU or BIF for a good time. Him: 6, brown/blue, hottie! Her: 5’7”, brown/ brown, plus-size and very pretty. 3634 WCU, MID-30’S, VERY CLEAN, LOOKING for a very well- hung/thick M to join us for a threesome. Must be clean and D/Dfree. Also would like SBIF’s for fun. 3630 HELP WANTED: 32 YO, ATTRACTIVE, FIT, MACU ISO attractive, fit, M or F for discreet fun. Can you teach me new tricks, or perhaps we can teach you? Interested? 3596
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women seeking... 39 YO, ATTRACTIVE BLONDE, 5’4”, MEDIUMbuild. S, no children. Homeowner in Burlington. Educated, great sense of humor and very passionate. Looking for gentleman, 40+, who wants a companion for travel, fun or whatever. You pay expenses. MA OK. 4198 ATTRACTIVE, SWF, 36, IS LOOKING FOR attractive M for short or long-term sexual encounters. Clean/safe a must. Let’s talk! 4163 BLACK MEN BETWEEN THE AGES 25-36, nice-looking, clean, D/D-free, not on the down-low, to meet this 26 YO blonde and blue-eyed beauty. I have a sweet tooth for chocolate. Can you satisfy this craving? 3943 TWO 23 YO F’S SEEKING A M VALET. Experience preferred, desire to please a must. Should be able to accommodate our every need. 3895 AT TIMES NEED SOME DISCIPLINE: Searching for an old-fashioned, red-blooded M who treats a women w/respect and courtesy, but will use a firm hand when necessary. Glass half-full always. Please be over 50. 3688 44 YO FFF ISO A M FOR SOME ADULT fun or a BI-curious F for first-time experience. D/D free, NS. Not interested in LTR. Discretion a must. No strings attached. All calls will be returned. 3650
men seeking... MAWM, 40’S, FIT, BI-CURIOUS, LOOKING for a fit M who likes the feeling of silk. Let’s dress up and explore each other. Discretion a must and D/D free. 4202 BIWM, 34 YO, FIT, 5’10”, 175 LBS. Eager to please young, fit, hot boy-toy. I love to suck, rim and bottom. My fantasy is a threesome w/two hot guys. Very discreete. 4192 PARDON ME WHILE I BURST INTO FLAMES. I’m a voluptuous, well-groomed, swimmerbodied, 20 YO SPM ISO sexual ecstasy. Loves to receive oral, CU, jaw-dropping F and groups a plenty. Willing to travel. 4185 SWM 50’s, SEEKS CU’S FOR CLEAN, SAFE and discrete adult pleasure. 4174 WPM, ARTIST, SEEKING W TO TRY MODELing for the first time. I’m an excellent artist and will draw you true to life. My blank canvas awaits your beauty. 4156 PWM, 25 YO, AVERAGE HEIGHT AND build. Seeking adventurous, outgoing F for no strings, discreet, adult fun. Discretion a must. Enjoyment of the outdoors and a willingness to try new things a +. 3957 A MASTER AT DISCIPLINE: HAVE YOU been a naughty girl? Do you need someone to discipline you? This ex-police officer/prison guard is looking to give you the attention you crave. 3940
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MAWM, 30’S, ATTRACTIVE, NICE BODY, endowed/thick. Performing solo, ISO F or CU, height/weight proportionate, to watch and be watched. Maybe more taking it slow. D/D free. Expect same. Will answer all calls. 3926 BIWM, FIT, TRIM, SEXY, CREATIVE AND well endowed, 5’10”, 170, 43, eager to please same or younger, very fit, hung, hot, tops and groups. Name the game and get ready to play for hours. 3918 ATTRACTIVE SWM NEEDS TO EXPERIENCE something new. Me: 42, 185 lbs., 6 ft., br/br. You: anything but really heavy. CU, BIF, BIM. Teach me new things. Cleanliness and very discreet a must! Disease-free, you be the same. 3892 I’M AN OLDER TOP IN VERY, VERY GOOD shape w/a hairy chest. Looking for smooth bottoms for the ride of your life. I can go and go. Can you take it? Leave name and number, all calls returned. 3826 SWM ISO LONG OR SHORT-TERM SEXUAL encounters with horny SF, 18-45. Clean and discreet, safe sex a must. Asians and horny college coeds a plus. 3825 GWM, 60+, GREAT SHAPE, HUNG, HORNY ISO contacts in Burlington area must have own transport. Great oral and perhaps more. Your pleasure is my pleasure. 3823 I AM AN ATTRACTIVE MID-60s M IN Central Vermont looking for a friend for discreet erotic good times, as my wife has health issues which prevent intimacy. I am financially and emotionally stable. Drug, alcohol and smoke free. 3818 SWM, 27, 5’10”, 176 LBS., ATTRACTIVE and fit. ISO attractive SF or CU’s for hot, adult times. No strings. Must be clean and very discreet. 3699 SWM, 36, 6’, 180 LBS, BLONDE/BLUE, very fit. ISO F submissive for a variety of activities. You can be experienced or just willing to learn. Be young and attractive, you know if you are. Piercings a +. 3695 WM, LATE 40s, HAIRY CHEST, TRIM beard, uncut. Seeking summer fun with other masculine men into having a few beers, country rides, nudity in woods: swimming, J/O sessions, phone sex, watch videos, exhibition, voyeurism. Let’s try it, dudes. Call. 3692 SWM, 50’S, ISO CU’S FOR ADULT FUN. Clean/discreet. 3635 26 YO M, SEEKS G/S/BI-CURIOUS MEN, 18-40. Cubs/bears a +. Open to some kink, groups OK. Discretion a must. LET ME PAY THE BILLS: I’M LOOKING FOR an articulate woman in her twenties or thirties who could show interest in a goodlooking SPM, 38. My interests include history, psychology and activities such as tennis, hiking, biking and camping. 3616 HI, I’M 32, GOOD-LOOKING, WELLendowed, nice body. I’m S, happy, funguy, D/D-free, good teeth/skin. Blueeyes, dark-hair, sexy M. Looking for W that wants good sex. CU’s, I will give you what you want. 3613
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7D SPACEFINDER Why Rent When You Can Co-op? 1-3 Bedroom Intentional community Secure and affordable Section 8 eligible Co-operative Housing Program of BCLT 179 South Winooski Avenue Burlington, VT 05401 (802) 862-6244 • TTY/TTD (802) 864-2526 website: www.bclt.net • email: coops@bclt.net
BURLINGTON: 1819 North Ave. 4-bedroom, 1-bath single family home. Close to bike path/shopping. On bus line, W/D hookups, yard, off-street parking. $1600/mo. Avail. 9/1. 434-2827. BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom apt. 1st-floor. 409 St. Paul St. $750/mo. + utils. + lease + sec. No pets. Gas heat. Avail. now. 878-4518. BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom apt. W/D, large private back yard, off-street parking. Located in a great neighborhood only 10 min. walk to downtown. $850/mo. Avail. 9/15. 951-9231. BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom house on 65 Adams St. Parking, yard and new appliances. No pets. Showing Wednesday 8/25 at 6:30 p.m. $975/mo. Avail. 10/1. Sage, 578-5763. BURLINGTON: 3-bedroom apt., roomy. Ward St. Offstreet parking, W/D, gas heat, fenced-in yard. Pets OK. Avail. 10/1. $1275/mo. David, 734-1050.
BURLINGTON: 3-bedroom duplex, garage, hdwd, 1000 sq. ft. Great South End neighborhood, W/D hook-up. NS/no pets. $1050/mo. Avail. 9/15 or 10/1. 112 Hayward St. 864-1677. BURLINGTON: 4-bedroom house w/garage, closed-in front porch, small back yard, gas heat/hot water. W/D in full-floored basement. Complete renovation underway. New hdwd, new kitchen tile/carpeting/vinyl windows/ paint throughout/counter tops. No dogs. Other pets/smoking neg. Less than 1 mile from Fletcher Allen/UVM. On bus route. Lease + dep. req. $1600/ mo. + utils. Avail. 9/15 or 10/1. 658-9451 or williep@ gardeners.com. BURLINGTON: 486 South Union. Clean, attractive 2-bedroom apt. Great neighborhood. Hdwd, front porch, basement w/W/D hookup. NS. Avail. 10/1. $1250/mo. + utils. 863-2619. BURLINGTON: 77 Monroe St. Close to waterfront/Battery Park. 4-bedroom, yard, W/D, gas heat, off-street parking, pets OK. $1500/mo. + utils. 658-2969.
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OFFICE CONDO FOR SALE: Beautiful, tasteful, 2000 sq. ft. subdividable space w/hdwd, seasonal lake views, central vac, elevator and ample parking. Outdoor activities at your finger tips; boating, biking, cross-country skiing. Why rent when you can buy? $149,000, Colchester. Call 524-9303. SHELBURNE: 1500 sq. ft. suite. Plenty of free parking. Convenient location. $1500/mo. 985-3912. VERGENNES: 950 sq. ft. prime commercial space. Downtown, corner of Main St. and Green St., on park. 2nd- floor w/porch. $800/mo., triple-net. 877-6879.
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BURLINGTON: Main Street Landing Company has lovely waterfront space available to rent. Visit www.mainstreetlanding.com and click on “space available.� Interested? Call Melinda at 802-864-7999. BURLINGTON: Professional office space avail. with parking. 1003000 sq. ft. Call Ken at 865-3450. SOUTH BURLINGTON:1270 sq. ft. office suite. Avail. now. $1500/mo. Plenty of free parking. High-speed Internet access avail. Gorgeous, convenient location! Lakewood Commons, 658-9697. VERGENNES: 550 sq. ft. of prime downtown professional office space avail. Potential to double size. $600/mo. 877-6879. WILLISTON: Near banks and Post Office. Small office space for 1 or 2 people. Utils. incl., possible access to T1 cable. Reasonable, call owner/broker, 864-0552.
BURLINGTON: Beautiful duplex. Pets OK! 2-bedroom, 3-bath + den. Garage, wood stove, yard work/snow removal. Mountain views, bike path, lake. $1300/mo. 865-9642. BURLINGTON: Beautiful Redrocks townhouse condo. 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath incl. jacuzzi. Mins. from UVM/downtown. Open floor plan. Large rooms. Skylights, great deck, garage, some lake views. Avail. immediately. $2100/mo. Call 513-615-1858 or www.temm ltd.com. BURLINGTON: Beautiful tenroom house. Battery Park, lake sunsets, kitchen, dining room, double living room w/stained glass, bath, mud room, pantry, basement, yard, garden, parking for four cars, two porches, W/D, walk downtown/waterfront. $1700/mo. + sec., utils. Email Roznews@aol.com, or 802-434-3172, or 598-5023, cell. BURLINGTON: Bright, sunny, 4-bedroom apt., avail. early September. Recently updated, off-street parking, 3-season porch. NS. Ref. req. $1350/mo. + utils. 864-4838. BURLINGTON: Charming, antique carriage house seeks responsible persons for winter occupancy. Quiet New North End location. Close to town/ bike path/lake. Furnished 2bedroom, 2.5-bath, gas heat. TV/ceiling fans in living room/ bedrooms. W/D. Spend a cozy winter w/me. $1200/mo. + utils. 802-658-8362. BURLINGTON: Fabulous Hill section oversized 2-bedroom. Hdwd, fireplace, gas heat, kitchen, private porch, offstreet parking. $1450/mo. + utils. Avail. 9/15. 310-4205. BURLINGTON: Fabulous Hillsection, 3-bedroom apt. Living room, kitchen, fireplace, hdwd, gas heat. Porches, off-street parking. No dogs. Avail. 10/1. $1550/mo. + utils. 310-4205. BURLINGTON: Large, sunny 3bedroom apt. 1st-floor, downtown, yard, gas heat/stove, full-basement. No pets. Smoking outside. Avail. now. $1380/mo. + utils. 862-4584.
BURLINGTON: Now! Downtown, College St. 1-bedroom + study, $850/mo. htd. South End, quiet and clean 1-bedroom, $695/mo. New North End, 3-bedroom house w/yard, basement, $1500/mo. + 1year lease. No dawgs. RED E RENTALS Office, 138 Church St. 860-4641. BURLINGTON: Two apts. in Old North End. 1-bedroom, $600/mo. 2-bedroom, $900/ mo. Both: hdwd, off-street parking, porch, NS/no pets. Call 899-5593. CAMBRIDGE: Cute 2-bedroom carriage house in village. $800/mo. incl. heat. Avail. 10/1. Call Jena, 644-2896. CHARLOTTE: 1-bedroom apt. Convenient northeast Charlotte. Views, gardens and riverside trails. Private fieldstone patio entry. Seeking quiet, NS/no pets. $725/mo. incl. utils. Call 734-1584. CHARLOTTE: 2-bedroom, yard, deck, large basement, W/D hookups, deck. Beautiful views! Propane heat. Pets negotiable. $980/mo. + utils. 862-1148. CHARLOTTE: Charming, lakeshore 2-bedroom home w/2-car garage, porch, deck, spectacular views. Avail. 9/8-6/22. $1400/mo. 802425-4088. CHARLOTTE: Off Spear St. 4bedroom, 2-bath house, all appliances, large porch, 2-car garage, lawn care/snowplowing incl. No dogs. $1700/mo. + dep. + refs. Avail. 9/1. 425-3687. COLCHESTER: 2-bedroom on Mallets Bay. Gas heat. $750/mo. 578-3873. COLCHESTER: Duplex, 3-bedroom, gas heat/hot water, pantry area with W/D, parking, yard. No smoking/no dogs, other pets okay. $995/mo. + utils. 878-3550. MONKTON RIDGE: Beautiful 1-bedroom, 2-floor apt. w/mountain views. Sky lights, deck, garden space. Easy commute to Burlington. Seeking quiet, NS/no pets. $700/mo. + dep. Incl. utils. Avail. now. 453-4238. MONTPELIER: Newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath apt. Sunny, porches, W/D hookup, 2 living-rooms and dining room. $1150/mo. Trash/water/sewer/ heat/snow removal/parking incl. No pets. Prime location. Avail. 10/1. 229-0228.
MONTPELIER: At the intersection of Main and State Street, this four-story brick building includes a delightful first floor retail space and three floors of offices. The fourth floor has a great skylight and is serviced with central air conditioning. $795,000 Coldwell Banker Heney Realtors www.Heneyrealtors.com • 1-800-696-1456
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BURLINGTON: Looking for massage therapist to rent part-time 1.5 days in established holistic health care center. Convenient downtown location. Beautiful, light space. Pathways to WellBeing, 8628806 x 2, ask for Kristin. TERRIFIC WORK SPACE for artists, crafters, wood shop, whatever. Entire 1700 sq. ft. building. Rt. 100 Granville, south of Mad River Valley and adjacent to glassblowing studio/gallery. $450/mo. + utils. 496-3927. VERGENNES: 1000 sq. ft. of workshop/retail/gallery space on Otter Creek Falls. Competitive rate. 877-6879.
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STORAGE UNIT, 10’x21’. Clean and dry. Corner W. Spring and Weaver, Winooski. $60/mo. 863-6147 or ajudson@smcvt.edu. VERGENNES: Downtown. Storage space, from personal-size storage space to 10,000 sq. ft. Safe and secure. Dry sprinkler system. 877-6879.
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BURLINGTON: Charming, antique carriage house seeks responsible persons for winter occupancy. Quiet New North End location. Close to town/ bike path/lake. Furnished 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath, gas heat. TV/ceiling fans in living room/ bedrooms. W/D. Spend a cozy winter w/me. $1200/mo. + utils. 802-658-8362.
SOUTH BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, 2-bath, secure building w/underground parking. Fully applianced, incl. W/D, A/C. Heat/hot water incl. in rent. $1100/mo. Call Lee, 655-3333, ext. 49. RE/MAX North. SOUTH BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, carport, pool, deck, close to UVM. $1000/mo. +. 802-734-2625. SOUTH BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths. Great location, washer/dryer. No pets/smoking. $1400/mo. + utils. Avail now. David 802985-3303. SOUTH BURLINGTON: Beautiful and unique 3-bedroom, end unit Stonehedge townhouse, great location. 2.5bath, decks, W/D, microwave, carport, tennis/pool. NS/no dogs. Avail. immediately. Lease + refs. + dep. $1300/mo. + utils. 482-2394. SOUTH BURLINGTON: Stonehedge. Great 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhouse. W/D, car port, adjacent to park. Avail. Sept./Oct. $1300/mo. 802860-3923. SOUTH HERO: Desirable West Shore Rd. Lake access. 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath log cabin. All appliances incl., W/D, front porch, yard, 1-car garage, 5 min. to ferry. NS/no pets. Lease + first + dep. + refs. Lawn-care incl. $1300/mo. 372-8928.
SOUTH HERO: Lakefront house. 2-bedroom w/waterfront. Beautiful sunsets, 20 mins. to Burlington. Furnished, NS/no pets. Avail. Sept. through June. $1100/mo. + utils. 899-3730 or visit www.lakechamplainrental.com. VERGENNES: Unique 1-bedroom loft apt. w/big kitchen, off-street parking and convenient downtown location. $650/mo. + dep. Avail. 9/1. 877-6879. WINOOSKI: 1-bedroom. $600/mo. + gas heat/electric. Well-insulated. 1-car off-street parking. Cats OK. Friendly neighbors/safe neighborhood, across from St. Francis School, corner W. Spring/Weaver. 8636147 or ajudson@smcvt.edu. WINOOSKI: 1-bedroom, heat/hot water incl., parking, laundry, clean, near bus/university. NS/no pets. $715/mo. and $790/mo. 233-1150. WINOOSKI: 2-bedroom, wood floors, tin ceilings, garage, full-basement, great condition, W/D. Quiet neighborhood. $1100/mo. + utils. Call Lee, 655-3333 ext. 49. Re/Max North. WINOOSKI: Beautiful, spacious 2-bedroom apt. Back yard, offstreet parking, porches, pressed-metal ceilings, wood floors. W/D, quiet location. NS. $1000/mo. + utils. 229-0177. WINOOSKI: Bright, sunny, large, modern 1-bedroom apt. Great location, economical-gas heat, NS. $650/mo. + utils. Avail. 10/1. 425-2910.
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SPACEFINDER WINOOSKI: Freshly painted 1bedroom avail. now. Looking for quiet, responsible tenant. Large backyard, onsite composting, off-street parking, private deck. NS/no dogs. $650/mo. + utils. 865-0126. WINOOSKI: Very nice 2-bedroom, LaFountain St. Gas heat, parking. NS/no pets. $825/mo. + utils. + dep. Avail. 10/1. Call Mike, 878-7514.
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BURLINGTON: Room avail. for sublet, September and October. Share a house with fun, young professionals. Great porch, 2blocks from Church St. Call Paul, 802-598-9283.
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ADDISON: Amazing 3300 sq. ft., three-floor cathedral ceiling “lighthouse” home with 1100 sq. ft. wrap-around deck overlooking Lake Champlain/ Adirondack Mountains. Beach/lake access. $425,000. Bill and Shari, 759-2985. BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, 1bath condo offers easy living or excellent rents. Quietly tucked off Main St., 1.5 blocks to downtown, efficient, new carpet, parking, low expenses. Great investment at $129,500. 598-8578. BURLINGTON: Appletree Point townhouse, sale by owner. Sunny end unit, new furnace, appliances, A/C. 3-bedrooms, 3-baths, fireplace, private beach, pools, more. $229,900. Call 865-6268.
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BURLINGTON: Award-winning Victorian Apartment House. www.theeyesoftheLord.com. BURLINGTON: Green St. duplex. Recently painted, hdwd, large windows. 2-bedroom. Vacant September. 3bedroom occupied by professionals. Wiring, insulation updated, hard-wired smokes. Separate utils. W/D hook-ups. Plenty of parking. $269,900. Blake, (802)373-7435. CHARLOTTE home: Lake access. $795,000. Lake Champlain views/access (dock and mooring site), 5-bedrooms, tile/hdwd, 3 fireplaces, large decks, fenced yard, professional landscaping. 802425-5250. CHARLOTTE: Sunny 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on 7+/acres. Great views, privacy, three-stall horse barn. Call for more pictures. $350,000. 425-3233. COLCHESTER: 1995 Redmond 14’80”, 3-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home. Large yard, storage shed, swimming pool, tennis/basketball courts, private P.O. Box. Located in Westbury Trailer Park. $39,000. $2000 back at closing. 434-3287. COLCHESTER: Great 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhouse. New carpet in bedrooms, all new windows, new W/D and refrigerator, fresh paint throughout, efficient gas heat. Private, sunny patio facing woods. Quiet location in back of complex. Car port w/storage, convenient to I-89. $145,000. 802-878-8248.
ENOSBURG FALLS: Old Stagecoach Inn on the Boston Post Rd. 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, formal dining w/Rumford fireplace, hdwd, gorgeous woodwork, open staircase. New birch kitchen cabinets, new energy-efficient windows, 2-car detached garage w/heated office. Large barn on 5+acres w/spring-fed swimming pond. Awesome mountain views, yet close to town. Asking $239,900. (802) 933-6989. ESSEX JCT.: Iroquois Ave. Over 2100 sq. ft. w/finished basement. 3-4 bedrooms, 2.5-3.5 baths, mudroom, walkout basement, 2-car garage, deck, formal dining room, natural gas, W/D upstairs, x-large master bedroom and closet. Master bath w/jet tub, oak stairs, choice of cabinets and tops, flooring, color and appliances. $285,000. 878-2880. FOR SALE: A 1996 Claridge, Skyline 3-bedroom, 2-bath mobile home in excellent condition, located in a Berlin mobile home park in Berlin, Vermont. W/D, stove, A/C, refrigerator, window treatments. Asking $34,500. Reason for selling: relocating. 802229-2366. GRAND ISLE: Charming farmhouse, 4+ bedroom, dining room w/built-in hutch, kitchen w/breakfast bar, large living room, playroom and sunroom. All completely remodeled in 2000. A must see to appreciate! Open house Saturday and Sunday, September 11 and 12, 1-3 p.m. $198,500. 372-8464.
HINESBURG (Mechanicsville): Really great 3+bedroom. Steamboat Gothic Victorian home. Circa 1860s. Restored in mid-70s. Many updates since. Double living room w/fireplace. Double floor-to-ceiling French doors leading to large wraparound porches. Large 2-level barn. Many possibilities. 1.9 acres. $330,000. Foulsham Farms Real Estate, 861-7537. HINESBURG: Raised ranch on .6 acres. 1700+ sq. ft. 1-full bath, 3-bedroom, LR, kitchen on upper level, 1-full bath, master bedroom, den, laundry room on lower level. $189,900. 482-4583. IDEAL CONDO: FULLY DETACHED BURLINGTON NORTH END HOUSE: Renovated 1890’s 3-bedroom house occupies same property w/another separate home. Condo arrangement resembles private home ownership. Upstairs: 2-bedrooms, bathroom. Downstairs: eat-in kitchen, W/D hook-up, living room, bedroom/den/office. Private back yard. Dry basement. Many improvements. Newly painted. $155,000. 425-3551. ISLAND POND: Charles Currier House, village home c. 1864. Large corner lot. 3+bedroom, 2-bath, 1.5-story barn, LR, DR, farm kitchen, summer kitchen. $98,900. Shown by appt., 802-723-4551. JEFFERSONVILLE: 32 acres, awesome views. End of road. Near Smuggler’s Notch or backcountry ski out your door. Improvements. Covenants. Owner financing. $289,000. 802-355-6998.
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JEFFERSONVILLE: Beautiful Vermont home. Offering a chalet-type home w/4-bedrooms, 2-baths, 2 fireplaces, detached 2-car garage and storage garage for ATV/lawnmower/snow machine. Has oil/wood heat w/lots of trees for cutting. There are 2 porches, plenty of privacy w/beautiful sugar maples, birch and hemlock trees. It’s a great place for kids or pets or both! There are 1.8 acres of flat property just minutes from Smugg’s Ski Resort. 249-7597 until 10 p.m. or fouracescta@ msn.com.
LAKE CHAMPLAIN, PORT HENRY, NY: Impressive, gated, private complex, comprised of 17.5 acres. Pond, 5 log cabins, nearby golf course and yacht club. Must see to appreciate. Asking $795,000. 518-546-7456. MALLETTS BAY: Spectacular 5000 sq. ft. home on two private acres with 350 ft. of westerly view lakefront. For details: www.mallettsbaylake front.com. MIDDLESEX: Two separated 10-acre parcels. 10 minutes from Montpelier. Southern exposure. Very quiet, private settings. Views possible. Lot 1 $55,000. Lot 2 $65,000. 2230986, bcallnan@adelphia.net.
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WILLISTON: Completely remodeled 4BR home! Beech HW floors, tile, granite kitchen island, cherry cabinets, Anderson Windows, & more! $359,000
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Gina Paquette • Century 21 Jack Associates 652-9803 x2126 HINESBURG (Mechanicsville): Really great 3+BR. Steam-boat Gothic Victorian home. Circa 1860s. Restored in mid-70s. Many updates since. Double living room w/fireplace. Double floor-toceiling French doors leading to large wraparound porches. Large 2-level barn. Many possibilities. 1.9 acres.
CHARLOTTE: Impeccably restored 4,000 sq. ft. brick 1812 georgian-style former tavern. 4 fireplaces, 4 + bedrooms 3.5 stories. All historic detailing perfectly reproduced & updated utilities. A separate, newer 2-story garage plus a 1 BR & loft cottage. 32 manicured rolling acres, pond & gardens.
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PORT HENRY: Superb business opportunity! 1873 brick church converted to operating restaurant and pizzeria. 40 seat dining room, two full bars, special function room, complete with vaulted ceilings and stained glass windows. Sold with furnishings, inventory, etc. Also outlet for NYS Lottery/ Quick Draw. Must see! $179,900
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COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL NEW HAVEN: Great business location. Large retail space with attached 2-story home, heated 3-bay garage and private 2-acre backyard oasis. Priced to sell $169,000. 802-877-2724.
ISLAND POND: Charles Currier House, village home c. 1864. Large corner lot. 3+bedroom, 2-bath, 1.5story barn, LR, DR, farm kitchen, summer kitchen. $98,900. Shown by appt., 802-723-4551.
UNDERHILL: Rt. 15. Large w/barns. Renovations! Also, new appliances and heating system. 25 mins. to Burlington. Additional info at www.picket fence preview.com. $315,000. 802-899-2727.
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HINESBURG: Raised ranch on .6 acres. 1700+ sq. ft. 1full bath, 3-bedroom, LR, kitchen on upper level, 1full bath master bedroom, den, laundry room on lower level. $189,900. 482-4583.
OWN YOUR OWN HOME on Sugarbush Access Rd. Very large, 2+-bedrooms, W/D hookup, sauna, pool, tennis. All new appliances. Asking $147,000. 496-2646.
COLCHESTER: 1995 Redmond 14’80”, 3-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home. Large yard, storage shed, swimming pool, tennis/ basketball courts, private P.O. Box. Located in Westbury Trailer Park. $39,000. $2000 back at closing. 434-3287.
SOUTH BURLINGTON: Walk to UVM or FAHC from your 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch w/oversized 1-car garage. Well-maintained w/hdwd, ceramic tile floors, thermal windows, updated kitchen and baths, incl. all appliances. Located in South Burlington’s excellent school district. Partially finished walkout basement can be recreation room, bedroom and/or in-law suite. Established perennial gardens, large deck and Mount Mansfield view. $254,000. (802) 862-3937.
SHELBURNE: 4-bedroom, 3-bath, hdwd, newly remodeled, country setting, babbling brook, oversized-lot, dog-friendly. Must see, motivated for quick sale. Asking $298,000, motivated. 802-985-9827 or 802373-9169, ask for Franki.
MIDDLEBURY: Open house, Sat. 7/24. State of the art, 2400 sq.ft., 3-bedroom home w/spectacular views of the Adirondacks. Conveniently located 1-mile north of Middlebury on private drive, off route 7. Specs incl. 29 windows, French doors, bamboo floors, tile bath, stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets and soap-stone countertops. August completion. House located on Grandview Dr. On left if heading north, look for open house signs. For more info, call 307-690-5675.
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UNDER CONTRACT BURLINGTON: Green St. duplex. Recently painted, hdwd, large windows. 2-bedroom. Vacant September. 3bedroom occupied by professionals. Wiring, insulation updated, hard-wired smokes. Separate utils. W/D hook-ups. Plenty of parking. $269,900. Blake, (802)373-7435.
WATERBURY CTR.: Restored 3200 sq. ft., circa 1870s, former B&B. 4/5-bedroom, 2 LR, second-floor family room w/ skylights. Green-house dining area, cherry kitchen, new appliances. Gorgeous views. Mins. from Stowe, I-89. $349,000. Eric, 802-355-9213, ericparker. esq@verizon.net.
BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, 1bath condo offers easy living or excellent rents. Quietly tucked off Main St., 1.5 blocks to downtown, efficient, new carpet, parking, low expenses. Great investment at $129,500. 598-8578.
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SOUTH BURLINGTON: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape. Open-floor plan, woodstove. Great family neighborhood. Open house, 8/1. 1-4 p.m. $215,000. 658-8577.
BURLINGTON: Appletree Point townhouse, sale by owner. Sunny end unit, new furnace, appliances, A/C. 3 bedrooms 3 baths, fireplace, private beach, pools, more $229,900. Call 865-6268.
BURLINGTON: Award-winning Victorian Apartment House. www.theeyesoftheLord.com.
MILTON: 10+acres of maplewooded privacy. Immaculate 4bedroom, 3-bath, 3,200 sq. ft. Colonial. Master bedroom suite w/fireplace. Fieldstone fireplace in family room. Tiled sunroom, wood floors, finished walk-out basement. 3-level deck, 2+-car garage and much more. $335,000. Call 893-1745.
MILTON: 2-bedroom, 1-bath, between exits 17 and 18, by Lake Arrowhead. Large offroad lot. Hdwd, wood stove, deck, partially finished basement w/room to grow. $154,900. 893-4331.
BURLINGTON: Duplex, 57 Intervale Ave. Completely updated and nice cash flow. 2-bedroom and snazzy studio w/certificates of compliance. $210,000. More info at www.TangoProperties.info. 865 8090.
MIDDLESEX: Two separated 10-acre parcels. 10 minutes from Montpelier. Southern exposure. Very quiet, private settings. Views possible. Lot 1 $55,000. Lot 2 $65,000. 223-0986, bcallnan@ adelphia.net.
CHARLOTTE Home. Lake access. $795,000. Lake Champlain views/access (dock and mooring site), 5-bedrooms, tile/hdwd, 3 fireplaces, large decks, fenced yard, professional landscaping. 802-425-5250.
LAKE CHAMPLAIN, PORT HENRY, NY: Impressive, gated, private complex, comprised of 17.5 acres. Pond, 5 log cabins, near-by golf course and yacht club. Must see to appreciate. Asking $795,000. 518-546-7456.
MONTGOMERY CTR.: 4bedroom, 1-bath cape nestled on 3.8-acre hillside lot w/mountain views in subdivision of well-maintained homes. Near Jay Peak. $149,000. 802-326-2043.
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HUNTINGTON: 1.1 acres on main road. Asking $124,900. Gorgeous views. Incl. single wide residence, partial basement, 2 car garage, dry well, septic, newly drilled well and many extras. 434-4539.
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WILLISTON: 2-bedroom house, large garage, high ceiling, Rinnai heat, organic garden, mature trees, .40 acre. Close to I-89. 10 mins. to downtown Burlington. $121,500. 872-0386
JEFFERSONVILLE: 32 acres, awesome views. End of road. Near Smuggler’s Notch or backcountry ski out your door. Improvements. Covenants. Owner financing. $289,000. 802-355-6998.
WEST GLOVER: 2-bedroom home, 11.97 acres, w/log shop/studio building w/ heat/electricity. Private, views of Mt. Mansfield. Established herb/perennial gardens. $159,000. For more info: www.vtliving.com/godfrey.
SHELBURNE: 3-4 bedroom home. 2150 sq. ft. 2-bath, new appliances, garage w/storage area, mud room, deck, perennial gardens. $249,000. 802-985-3617.
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SPACEFINDER << 25B MILTON: 10+acres of maplewooded privacy. Immaculate 4bedroom, 3-bath, 3200 sq. ft. Colonial. Master bedroom suite w/fireplace. Fieldstone fireplace in family room. Tiled sunroom, wood floors, finished walk-out basement. 3-level deck, 2+car garage and much more. $335,000. Call 893-1745. MILTON: 2-bedroom, 1-bath, between exits 17 and 18, by Lake Arrowhead. Large off-road lot. Hdwd, wood stove, deck, partially finished basement w/room to grow. $154,900. 893-4331. MONTGOMERY CTR.: 4-bedroom, 1-bath cape nestled on 3.8-acre hillside lot w/mountain views in subdivision of well-maintained homes. Near Jay Peak. $149,000. 802326-2043. MONTPELIER: Lovely new custom 2-story home, light and sunny, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, views, deck, private, end of road, 1.3-acres, 1-1/2 story 2-car garage, shared pond. $325,000. (802) 223-4217.
NEW 2-BEDROOM LOG HOME on 73-acres. Ultimate privacy, yet 5 min. to town, 10 min. to Jay Peak Ski Area. Features include: laundry room, walk-out basement, mud room, office, cathedral ceilings, wood and gas heat, Hemlock floors and wrap-around porch w/amazing views and more! $249,000. (802)326-3093. NEW HAVEN: Great business location. Large retail space with attached 2-story home, heated 3-bay garage and private 2-acre backyard oasis. Priced to sell $169,000. 802877-2724. NORTH HERO: 3-bedroom, waterfront, lake views. Many recent improvements incl. hdwd, roof, kitchen, waterheater, Jotul gas stove, energyefficient windows. Large deck. $187,900. 598-7919. OWN YOUR OWN HOME on Sugarbush Access Rd. Very large, 2+bedrooms, W/D hookup, sauna, pool, tennis. All new appliances. Asking $147,000. 496-2646. SHELBURNE: 3-4 bedroom home. 2150 sq. ft. 2-bath, new appliances, garage w/storage area, mud room, deck, perennial gardens. $249,000. 802-985-3617.
SHELBURNE: 4-bedroom, 3bath, hdwd, newly remodeled, country setting, babbling brook, oversized lot, dogfriendly. Must see, motivated for quick sale. Asking $319,000. 802-985-9827 or 802-373-9169, ask for Franki.
SOUTH BURLINGTON: Walk to UVM or FAHC from your 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch w/oversized 1-car garage. Well-maintained w/hdwd, ceramic tile floors, thermal windows, updated kitchen and baths, incl. all appliances. Located in South
Burlington’s excellent school district. Partially finished walkout basement can be recreation room, bedroom and/or in-law suite. Established perennial gardens, large deck and Mount Mansfield view. $254,000. (802) 862-3937.
UNDERHILL: Rt. 15. Large w/barns. Renovations! Also, new appliances and heating system. 25 mins. to Burlington. $315,000. 802-899-2727. Additional info at www.picket fencepreview.com.
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MONTPELIER: Lovely new custom 2-story home, light and sunny, 4-bedroom, 2.5bath, views, deck, private, end of road, 1.3-acres, 11/2 story 2-car garage, shared pond. $325,000. (802) 223-4217.
GRAND ISLE: Charming farmhouse, 4+bedroom, dining room w/built-in hutch, kitchen w/breakfast bar, large living room, playroom and sunroom. All completely remodeled in 2000. A must see to appreciate! Open house Saturday and Sunday, September 11 and 12, 1-3 p.m. $198,500. 372-8464.
JEFFERSONVILLE: Beautiful Vermont home. Offering a chalet- type home w/4-bedrooms, 2-baths, 2 fireplaces, detached 2- car garage and storage garage for ATV/lawnmower/snow machine. Has oil/wood heat w/ lots of trees for cutting. There are 2 porches, plenty of privacy w/beautiful sugar maples, birch and hemlock trees. It’s a great place for kids or pets or both! There are 1.8 acres of flat property just minutes from Smugg’s Ski Resort. 249-7597 until 10 p.m. or fouracescta@msn.com.
ADDISON: Amazing 3300 sq. ft., three-floor cathedral ceiling “lighthouse” home with 1100 sq. ft. wraparound deck overlooking Lake Champlain/Adirondack Mountains. Beach/lake access. Addison, Vermont, $425,000, Bill and Shari 759-2985.
NEW 2-BEDROOM LOG HOME on 73-acres. Ultimate privacy, yet 5 min. to town, 10 min. to Jay Peak Ski Area. Features include: laundry room, walk-out basement, mud room, office, cathedral ceilings, wood and gas heat, Hemlock floors and wrap around porch w/amazing views and more! $249,000. (802)326-3093.
COLCHESTER: Custom Timberframe Federal Colonial. 230 Brick Yard Rd. $579,000. Exclusive neighborhood, built 1998, 3.6-acres, 2500 sq. ft., 3- bedrooms, 2.5-baths, granite counters, slate and wide plank floors, exposed beams, Rumford fireplace, 9-foot ceilings, fir timber/mahogany deck with 8-person hot tub, extensive landscaping with stone walls and lighting, 2-car attached garage. 802-893-8647 or 802-578-2061. Email safezee@together.net.
IDEAL CONDO: FULLY DETACHED BURLINGTON NORTH END HOUSE: Renovated 1890’s 3-bedroom house occupies same property w/another separate home. Condo arrangement resembles private home ownership. Upstairs: 2-bedrooms, bathroom. Downstairs: eat-in kitchen, W/D hook-up, living room, bedroom/den/ office. Private back yard. Dry basement. Many improvements. Newly painted. $155,000. 425-3551.
WILLISTON: Charming 3-bedroom townhouse in Taft Farm Village. Approx. 1200 sq. ft. w/1-bath. Home has tile, vinyl and wood-work throughout. Economical gas heat/hot water including a beautiful fireplace. Attached one-car garage w/storage. Pool, b-ball court and playground! $192,000. Ken or Jennifer, 233-0869. kenballard@spherion.com.
BURLINGTON: Duplex for sale. #7 Poplar St. 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units. Custom-interior w/tile work, vintage floors, skylights. Fully updated electrical. Solid building w/full-basement and garage. Asking $225,000. 363-8704.
NORTH HERO: 3-bedroom, waterfront, lake views. Many recent improvements incl. hdwd, roof, kitchen, water-heater, Jotul gas stove, energy-efficient windows. Large deck. $187,900. 598-7919.
ESSEX JUNCTION: Iroquois Ave. Over 2100 sq. ft. with finished basement. 3-4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 baths, mudroom, walkout basement, 2-car garage, deck, formal dining room, natural gas, washer & dryer upstairs, xlarge master bedroom and closet. Master bath with jet tub, oak stairs, choice of cabinets and tops, flooring, color & appliances. $285,000. 878-2880.
WINOOSKI: Colonial w/over 1950 sq. ft. of living space in this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home w/living, family, formal dining, fully applianced kitchen and laundry, 2.5-car garage, back deck, large fenced-in backyard. Top-of-the-line appliances incl., most are less than one year old. $259,900. 655-4269.
SHELBURNE: Hillside ranch in the heart of Shelburne Village, quiet cul-de-sac, close to stores/school. 2240 sq. ft, full finished basement. 4-bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, family room, deck, garage, workshops, hdwd, 1.5 baths, ceiling fan, all kitchen appliances. $229,900. 9853936 or 238-1551
ENOSBURG FALLS: Old Stage-coach Inn on the Boston Post Rd. 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, formal dining w/Rumford fireplace, hdwd, gorgeous woodwork, open staircase. New birch kitchen cabinets, new energyefficient windows, 2-car detached garage w/heated office. Large barn on 5+acres w/spring-fed swimming pond. Awesome mountain views, yet close to town. Asking $239,900. (802) 933-6989.
FOR SALE by owner MALLETTS BAY: Spectacular 5000 sq. ft. home on two private acres with 350 ft. of westerly view lakefront. For details: www.mallettsbay lakefront.com.
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FOR SALE: A 1996 Claridge, Skyline 3-bedroom, 2-bath mobile home in excellent condition, located in a Berlin mobile home park in Berlin, Vermont. W/D, stove, A/C, refrigerator, window-treatments. Asking $34,500. Reason for selling: relocating. 802-229-2366.
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This lovely lakefront 2-bdrm home with an additional 2-3 bdrm cottage is within walking distance of the ferry. $290,000. Call 518-570-9593 or lise@duley-realtor.com
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WESTFORD: Log cabin, 3BR, Gambrel built, 1975. Concrete basement, 32x24 w/1500+ sq. ft. living space, incl. 1.5 bath, updated septic, attached 3 season sunroom. Located 2 mi. from Westford Village Green. 267 Huntley Rd. on sunny 10 ac. lot w/large pasture, freestall horse shed. House needs work and owner says sell!. Price reduction.
WATERBURY CTR.: Restored 3200 sq. ft., circa 1870s, former B & B. 4/5-bedroom, 2 LR, second-floor family room w/skylights. Greenhouse dining area, cherry kitchen, new appliances. Gorgeous views. Mins. from Stowe, I-89. $349,000. Eric, 802-355-9213, ericparker. esq@verizon.net. WEST GLOVER: 2-bedroom home, 11.97 acres, w/log shop/studio building w/heat/electricity. Private, views of Mt. Mansfield. Established herb/perennial gardens. $159,000. For more info: www.vtliving.com/godfrey or call 802-525-9967. WESTFORD: Log cabin, 3-bedroom, Gambrel built, 1975. Concrete basement, 32x24 w/1500+ sq. ft. living space, incl. 3-bedrooms, 1.5-bath, updated septic and attached 3season sunroom. Located 2 miles from Westford Village Green. 267 Huntley Rd. on sunny 10 ac. lot w/large pasture & freestall horse shed. House needs work and owner says sell! Price reduction, $169,000. Make an offer. D. Siegel, R.E. Broker, Vermont Independent Properties, 860-4641. WILLISTON: 2-bedroom house, high ceiling, Rinnai heat, organic garden, large garage, mature trees, .40 acre. Close to I-89. 10 mins. to downtown Burlington. $121,500. 872-0386. WILLISTON: Open House 8/29, 1-3 p.m. Charming 3-bedroom townhouse in Taft Farm Village. Approx. 1200 sq. ft. w/1-bath. Home has tile, vinyl and woodwork throughout. Economical gas heat/hot water including a beautiful fireplace. Attached one-car garage w/storage. Pool, b-ball court and playground! $192,000. Ken or Jennifer, 233-0869. kenballard @spherion.com. WINOOSKI: Colonial w/over 1950 sq. ft. of living space in this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home w/living, family, formal dining, fully applianced kitchen and laundry, 2.5-car garage, back deck, large fenced-in backyard. Top-of-the-line appliances incl., most are less than one year old. $259,900. 655-4269.
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HINESBURG: Nearly 4-acres wooded building lot on shared road w/walking access to Lake Iroquois. Permitting process and survey almost complete. Dowser has located a good well site. $115,000. Call Steve or Lisa, 482-6021. HUNTINGTON: 2 5-acre lots, pending permits. Starting at $89,900. Call 434-4652.
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Colchester Red Rocks Point $769,900. Two sandy beaches with 26+ acres to enjoy with this 2885 sq. ft. contemporary cape. Light and roomy home with large yard. 3 bedroom, 3 bath w/ 2 car garage and barn. Only 5 minutes from Exit 17. Subdivision potential. Motivated seller. Call Christie White 658-5555 x2117
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BURLINGTON: Basement room. $285/mo. Avail. 10/1. 68A S. Willard St., located between Church St. & University. 1.5bath, fireplace, W/D, parking. Prefer F prof./student. No pets. Call 660-7172 or 598-7423. BURLINGTON: College St. Private room/kitchen/bath. $475/mo. incl. utils. Lease + dep. No pets. 863-4634. MALLETS BAY: Room for rent in 2-bedroom cottage. Share w/single adult on 17-acres w/trails and 5 min. walk to lake. Very peaceful neighborhood. Must like dogs and be sober/reliable. $325/mo. + 1/2 utils. Scott, 864-1521. WESTFORD: Large, clean, unfurnished 1-bedroom apt. in private home. Quiet, secluded country. Private entrances, patio, rubbish removal, sat. TV, heated, shared laundry. $525/ mo. + 1/2 elec. Dep. + refs. NS/drugs/pets. 879-1841.
BURLINGTON: Woman, boy, cat seek nonsmoking, friendly, responsible housemate. Sunny, homey atmosphere, hdwd, W/D, parking. Great location. Avail. now. $495/mo., incl. all but phone. 658-6108. CHARLOTTE: Housemate wanted to share country home w/us. Opportunity to barter childcare for partial rent. Sunny bedroom, views of lake/ Adirondacks. Sorry, no pets. $400/mo. + 1/4 utils. + 1-mo. dep. 425-6212 or 864-3672 x 1036. COLCHESTER: Mallett’s Bay. Looking for responsible roommate. Rent furnished, large room w/private bathroom, storage. Full access to house commodities. Very nice, quiet location next to lake. Avail. 9/1. $500/mo. incl. utils. 865-9257. COLCHESTER: PF only to share quiet 2-bedroom apt. NS/ no pets. W/D, yard, parking. $375/mo. + 1/2 utils. 864-4349.
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Home Sharing Friendly elderly woman seeks female to share her Essex home in exchange for help with some evening meals, errands and companionship. Call HomeShare Vermont at (802) 863-0274 or visit www.HomeShareVermont.org EHO
ALL AREAS ROOMMATES .COM: Browse hundreds of online listings with photos and maps. Find your roommate with a click of the mouse! Visit www.Roommates.com. (AAN CAN) BURLINGTON: Act now! This offer won’t last! Laid-back creative types wanted for our funky downtown apt. Musicians, painters, writers, philosophers, freaks, etc. Avail. immediately. Sept. rent will be pro-rated. $395/mo. + dep. 861-2273. BURLINGTON: Apt. on Main St. 2-bedroom, 2-bath. $600/mo. incl. utils., except elec. F students only. Call Lydia, 505-660-4216 or lyds1011@aol.com. BURLINGTON: Downtown. Mature feminist woman for cooperative, clean, beautiful house and garden. No messes, smoking, pets. $400/mo. +. Call 860-6828. BURLINGTON: Gay-friendly roommate needed to share 2bedroom house. Parking, near bus-line, W/D. $425/mo. + dep. + 1/2 utils. Avail. immediately. 658-0302. BURLINGTON: Housemate, F, wanted to share quiet 3-bedroom South End house. Backyard, garden, parking, W/D. NS/no pets. $495/mo. incl. utils. 658-3932. BURLINGTON: Room for rent in 4-bedroom house, close to downtown. Private bath, offstreet parking, W/D, storage avail. $425/mo. + utils. Maria, 310-7124. BURLINGTON: Seeking prof. M/F, NS/no pets, 22-30, to share 3-level Redrocks condo. Avail. 10/10. $550/mo. utils. incl. Furnished, W/D, walk-out basement level w/bath. 5 mins. to bike path/lake/I-89. Deck w/forest/lake views. 764-1975 or 863-7008 or neilmccarthy 01@yahoo.co.uk. BURLINGTON: Share beautiful 2-bedroom Ledgewood condo w/F grad. student and her dog. Mins. from UVM/downtown. Walk to Oakledge Park/lake/ bike path. Peaceful setting close to everything. $600/mo. + utils. 862-4944.
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COLCHESTER: Roommates wanted for sunny, spacious, private 4-bedroom, 2-bath home. Close to Burlington. NS/ND/alcohol. No pets. Vegetarian, friendly-atmosphere. $475/mo. +. 860614-4405. ESSEX JCT: 2-3 responsible college/prof. females to share large, 4-bedroom house, 3-full bath. W/D, pool, yard, nice location, NS only. No pets. $400-$425/mo. incl. all utils and cable. 879-4226. ESSEX: Roommate wanted to share laid-back house. South St. Rooms from $400-450/ mo. Call Brad for more details, 578-0848. FAIRFAX: Wonderful hideaway looking for additional inhabitant. Near great bakery, Smuggs, cross-country skiing out the back door, great road/mountain biking. $400/mo. Call 734-0773. HINESBURG: Farmhouse, beautiful location, porch, DSL, W/D. Looking for M/F, neat, clean and easygoing. $395/mo. + 1/4 utils. 578-2795. HUNTINGTON: Seeking NS/ND, M or F, prof. or serious grad student to share peaceful, quiet, spacious home in wooded setting w/active, respectful prof. M. Elevated deck, gardens, W/D, DSL. $500/mo. + 1/2 utils. Evenings, 434-4080. HYDE PARK: Looking for 1 person to share 3-bedroom furnished house . Will share extra bedroom as studio, etc. House is on 10-acres, very quiet, amazing views. Garage, W/D. $450/mo. + utils. Call 802888-3072. LINCOLN: 45 min. from Burlington. 10-acres. $400/mo. + utils. Avail. now. 453-8411. LOOKING FOR A FUN PLACE to live? Seeking a clean responsible M/F to live with 2 college F’s. Beautiful house located in Burlington in a quiet neighborhood near St. Michael’s. Hot water incl., newly finished living room and spacious bedroom. Avail. now. 860-550-2244.
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LOOKING FOR PROF/GRAD to share spacious 3-bedroom duplex, W/D, parking, hdwd+ more. F pref. NS/no pets. Avail. now. $400/mo. +utils. 878-7679. MILTON: Prof/grad. student, mature, quiet. Own bath, shared-kitchen, multi-pet. NS/no alcohol. $400/mo. + utils. Dep. + refs. req. 893-8148. RICHMOND: Seeking friendly and fun housemate to share 3bedroom, 2-bath house. Plenty of storage space, big yard, clean. No pets. $375/mo. 434-8678. ROOMMATE WANTED: Mature, responsible, easy-going. Ages 23-29. Large 2-bedroom. Downtown. W/D, storage, porch, separate entrance. Wood floors, bay window. $375/mo. + utils. Long-term pref. 825-5369. S. BURLINGTON: Share elegant 4-bedroom Spear St. home. Views, amenities, gardening, shop. Mature, active, fit, professional woman sought for long-term rent/buy cohousing options. 864-3330, rick@rickhubbard.org. SOUTH BURLINGTON: Condo share. Pool, tennis, cross-country skiing, bike path, 5 min. to UVM/FA. WD, trash, snow, recycling incl. Late Sept. or 10/1. $675/mo. + 1/2 utils. Stacie, 598-3920. STARKSBORO: 1-2 rooms in house on 600 acres. 30 min. to Burlington, carpooling possible. Wireless DSL, W/D, no TV. $400/mo. w/3 people here. 802-453-6670. STARKSBORO: House on 600 gorgeous acres. 10 min. to Bristol, 30 mins to UVM. DSL, no TV. Live w/two UVM Field Naturalist grad students. Outdoorsy person, grad student or similar would be perfect. Carpool to UVM. 802-453-6670 (leave message).
WAITSFIELD: ISO F prof./grad to share 3-bedroom quiet, country house. NS. Close to skiing, 50 min. to Burlington. W/D. $400/mo. + 1/2 utils. 652-0102. WILLISTON: Very private setting. Less than 1-mile to I-89 exit. All amenities. Pets OK. Must see! $700/mo. incl. heat. 872-8390. WINOOSKI: Roommate needed to share spacious 3-bedroom apt. in converted mill bldg. Stone walls, 25 ft. ceilings, off-street parking, large bathroom (w/sauna), pvt. yard, W/D, restaurant-grade kitchen. $500/mo. + utils. 802272-1141. WINOOSKI: Seeking prof. M roommate, 25 +. Large 5-bedroom home. Avail. now. $350/mo. + 1/5 utils. Call Gypsy, 324-8829.
4 unique situations ADIRONDACKS Ideal for sabbatical/retreat/artistic work. Comfortable 2-bedroom AFrame in beautiful, peaceful valley. Furnished and fully equipped. Paradox, NY. Lease from Fall-6/15. $425/mo. + utils. 518-585-2269, joenaomi @bluemoo.net. LAND PARTNERS: We have an option on a large portion of beautiful wooded land 30 mins. south of downtown Burlington, 5 mins. from Rte. 7. Looking for like-minded partner who wants to build and share land development costs. Willing to split off 10-40 acres for your home on a private dirt road surrounded by nature and wildlife, convenient to Burlington and the lake. Serious buyers inquire to land share@verizon.net.
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HYUNDAI ACCENT GS, 2001: Excellent condition inside and out. 80 K. Stick-shift. $6500. Contact Martha, days 863-5744, evenings 928-3764. MERCURY SABLE GS, 2003: Sedan, 4-door, silver, auto, FWD, A/C, ABS, cruise. 30,435 K. Best price, $10,946. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. OLDSMOBILE ALERO GL, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, white, auto, FWD, A/C, rear spoiler, CD. 21,787 K. Best price, $12,467. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SE, 2003: Sedan, 4-door, gray, V6, auto, FWD, A/C, CD, ABS, rear spoiler. 23,694 K. Best price, $14,991. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. PONTIAC GRAND AM GT, 2003: Sedan, 4-door, silver, auto, FWD, A/C, cruise, ABS, traction control. 19,942 K. Best price, $12,965. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, beige/tan, V6, auto, FWD, A/C, cruise, CD. 16,886 K. Best price, $12,943. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 2004: Sedan, white, V6 auto, FWD, A/C, ABS, rear spoiler. 16,107 K. Best price, $15,872. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. PONTIAC VIBE SPORT WAGON, 2004: 4-door, red, auto, FWD, A/C, cruise, roof rack. 20,018 K. Best price, $15,289. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. SAAB 9-3 SE HATCHBACK, 2002: 4-door, blue, 4-cyl. turbo, auto, FWD, ABS, moonroof. 31,166 K. Best price, $16,970. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.
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Morrisville to Essex Junction: Looking to share a commute. My hours are Mon-Fri from approx. 7:30am to 4:30pm. If you can help, please ref # 40963. South Burlington to Waterbury: Looking to share a commute. My hours are Mon-Fri from 9am to 5pm, but flexible. If you can help, please ref # 40924. Jeffersonville to Williston: Looking for a ride from Jeffersonville to Williston/Taft Corners. I work Mon-Fri from 7am to 4:30pm. If you can help, please ref # 40920.
Winooski to Montpelier: Looking to share a ride. My hours are MonFri from 9am to 5pm. If you can help, please ref # 40962. Waitsfield to Waterbury: Looking for a ride to Bombardier. I work Mon-Fri from 8:30am to 5pm. If you can help, please ref # 142117. West Berlin to Waterbury Looking for a ride Mon-Fri, 1-5:30pm. If you can help, please ref # 142176.
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CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP, 2003: Extended-cab, short-bed, red, auto, 4WD, A/C, ABS, cruise, CD. 16,954 K. Best price, $21,998. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP, 2003: Extended-cab, short-bed, red, auto, 4WD, A/C, ABS, cruise, CD. 16,954 K. Best price, $21,998. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. NISSAN PICK-UP,1994: 4WD, king cab, XEV6, A/C, cap, bedliner, new tires, runs great, some rust, 160 K. $3800. Call Andy, 802-793-4728.
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WALDEN PASSAGE KAYAK w/rudder and front/rear storage. Paddle and rack attachments incl. $600. 253-5642. WHITE WATER KAYAK: Wave Sport Z. Versatile, w/room for larger paddlers, $400. Also selling 204 cm carbon paddle and neoprene skirt. Call Dennis, 244-8621 or http://www.mistyhollow.us/kayak.
Brookfield to Shelburne: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm. If you can help, please ref # 142201. Charlotte to Berlin: Looking to share a commute. I work Mon-Fri from 8am to 4:30pm with some flexibility. If you can help, please ref # 40946. Montpelier to Burlington: Looking to share a commute Mon and Thurs only from 8am to 5:15pm. If you can help, please ref # 142145. Colchester to Burlington: Looking to share a ride. I work Fridays from 8am to 2pm. If you can help, please ref # 40961. Burlington to Middlebury: Looking to share a commute. My hours are Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm. If you can help, please ref # 40951.
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CADILLAC ESCALADE SPORT UTILITY, 2002: 4-door, pewter, V8 auto, AWD, A/C, CD, OnStar, ABS, leather, roof rack. 39,622 K. Best price, $35,998. Call shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. CHEVROLET TAHOE SPORT UTILITY, 2004: 4-door, blue, V8, auto, 4WD, LS, A/C, CD, leather, ABS. 26,624 K. Best price, $27,961. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER SPORT UTILITY, 2002: 4-door, green, 6-cyl. Auto, 4WD, LS, CD, ABS, roof rack, privacy glass. 26,865 K. Best price, $19,368. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. GMC ENVOY SPORT UTILITY, 2002: 4-door, beige/tan, 6-cyl. Auto, 4WD, SLE, OnStar, cruise, CD, A/C, ABS. 43,055 K. Best price, $19,442. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED SPORT UTILITY, 2001: 4-door, white, 6-cyl. Auto, 4WD, A/C, leather, CD, moonroof, roof rack. 35,396 K. Best price, $19,488. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LARADO, 2000: 4X4, Exc. condition, auto, A/C, color/champagne, 56K, $11,900. Call 888-3027. JEEP LOVERS! 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport, 4x4, 4-door, pwr. windows/locks, A/C, tintedglass, alloy wheels, great condition. 115 K highway miles, KBB list, $7500. Selling price, $6000. Call Josh, 598-8198.
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PONTIAC MONTANA EXTENDED MINIVAN, 2004: 4-door, silver, auto, FWD, 7-passenger seating, A/C, CD, roof rack. 17,395 K. Best price, $18,927. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212. PONTIAC MONTANA MINIVAN, 2002: 4-door, white, auto, FWD, 6-passenger seating, ABS, privacy glass. 22,858 K. Best price, $14,891. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.
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Underhill to Burlington: Looking for a ride. Hours are Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm. If you can help, please ref # 40919.
Burlington to Shelburne: Looking for a ride to Vermont Teddy Bear. I work Mon-Fri 11am to 11pm. If you can help, please ref # 40938.
Essex Junction to Waterbury: Looking to share a ride to State Offices. My hours are Mon-Fri from 7:30am to 5:45pm. If you can help, please ref # 40940.
Williston to Essex Junction: Looking for a ride. Hours are MonFri from 6:30am to 3pm. If you can help, please reference 40921. Winooski to Williston Looking for a ride in the morning, Mon-Fri at 6:30am. If you can help, please ref # 40922. Williston to Montpelier: Looking for a ride. My hours are Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm, but flexible. If you can help, please ref # 40932.
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Cambridge to IBM: Looking to share a ride Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm. If you can help, please ref # 40913. Burlington to St. Albans: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri from 9am to 3am. If you can help, please ref # 40929. Milton to Burlington: Looking for a ride. I work 8am to 5pm, Mon-Fri. If you can help, please ref # 40925. Barre City to Northfield: Looking for a ride one-way Mon-Fri at 6pm. If you can help, please ref # 140609.
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4 hypnotherapy HYPNOSIS. YES. IT WORKS. Effective for smoking cessation, weight loss, hypnobirthing, stress management and more! Call Kristin Watson, Certified Hypnotherapist, at Pathways to WellBeing, 862-8806 x 2.
METTA TOUCH: Thai Yoga Massage: Integration of gentle stretching, massage & acupressure techniques. Release stress & become energized! Blythe Kent, Certified Practitioner. Downtown Burlington, flexible schedule. 862-2212. MOONLIGHT MASSAGE: Journey into the realms of relaxation! Available in your home or hotel. Male clientele only. Contact Owen, 802-355-5247, www.moonlightmassage.com. STIMULATING, RECREATIONAL MASSAGE: Deep-tissue acupressure that revitalizes, releases and rejuvenates your body and mind. Gay friendly. Discount for students and athletes. Ray, 660-0903.
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4 psychotherapy BARBARA L. KESTER, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist-Doctorate. Burlington. Individual psychotherapy, family consultation, consultation with mental health professionals, support groups. Interactive, psychodynamic approach. General practice with particular interest in bereavement and divorce counseling and helping with concerns related to growing older/better. Current opening in a small support group for men and women over the age of 60 to explore issues relevant to this particular stage of life. Please call 657-3668 for further information.
INTEGRATIVE COUNSELING: Combining traditional Westerntheory with Eastern-philosophy and energy work. Blakely Oakes, MS, LCMHC, Reiki Master. Pathways to Wellbeing, Burlington, VT. (802) 355-5122.
4 self-realization WOMEN’S PSYCHOTHERAPY: With Beth Lemaire-Jenkins, MS, LCMHC. Strengthen your individual voice via traditional and expressive therapies. Using art, imagery and journaling, create rich new relationship patterns and discover new understandings by accessing your inherent wisdom. Call 655-0585 for further info.
BURLINGTON: Beautiful space for rent. 1 or 2 days per week to bodywork professionals. Near waterfront and downtown. Affordable. Call Beth, 324-7440. BURLINGTON: Looking for massage therapist to rent part-time 1.5 days in established holistic healthcare center. Convenient downtown location. Beautiful, light space. Pathways to WellBeing, 862-8806 x 2, ask for Kristin. PSYCHOTHERAPIST: Wanted to share office space in St. Albans. Steady referral base, central location, low overhead. Resumé and calls to 527-7494.
4 space for rent BURLINGTON: Acupuncturist seeking massage therapist or other body worker(s) to share full or part-time office space in Chace Mill. Price neg. Large office w/plenty of parking. 310-7624.
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TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): I’m tempted to address you as “Your Majesty” or “Your Grace.” There’s something regal about your mood. What’s going on? Are you finally realizing how much power you have to create the life you really want? Are you ready to shake the misguided belief that others are in control of your destiny? I won’t be upset, Taurus, if you issue the equivalent of royal decrees in the coming week. And I’ll be pleased if you act on Robert Anton Wilson’s assertion that “Reality is what you can get away with.”
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20): If you believe your body is inherently sinful or if you’re offended by references to your private parts, stop reading now. Still here? Good. The fact is, dear Gemini, that this is a perfect time to celebrate, explore, and reinvent your relationship with your genitals. It’s your sacred duty to strip away every negative association about them that you may have acquired in the past. Do whatever it takes to arrive at the understanding that your sexual organs are among the most sublime gifts the Divine Creator has given you. Have fun with them, worship them, teach them greater discipline, and in general lift them to the
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(March 21-Apr. 19): Two wrongs may make a right this week. A mistake could lead to a lucky break, and some questionable decisions could result in you looking like a genius. The karma in your vicinity is extremely odd, Aries. It’s as if you can’t get the opportunities you need unless something goes awry. It’s like the only way you can meet your date with destiny is if you’re under an illusion about what your date with destiny is.
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CANCER (June 21-July 22): This week you may frequently experience a psychological state called “schizofriendia.” As defined by one of my readers, Lewis, schizofriendia is a condition in which people hear voices in their heads that are unfailingly supportive, encouraging and keen to offer constructive advice about how to make the most of everything that happens. It’s true, my fellow Cancerian, that in the past the little voices in our heads have only occasionally been reliable sources of information. But they will more than compensate for that during the Golden Age of Self-Healing that’s just ahead.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22): In many cultures, the dove has served as a symbol of divinity, purity and peace. To Muslims and Christians, for instance, it represents the Holy Spirit. In contrast, the pigeon is often regarded as a nuisance whose prolific droppings are an eyesore and health hazard. And yet the terms “dove” and “pigeon” are used interchangeably for many species of birds; they’re essentially the same. I mention this, Leo, because I think you’ll have a dove-pigeon thing happening for you this week. A certain situation will have both a lyrical, harmonious side and a banal, bedraggled aspect. They go together; you can’t have the dove without the pigeon.
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(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): As the relentless nihilism of the mass media threatens to quash our ability to even perceive, let alone exult in life’s glorious beauty, we need new words to remind us to see with our own eyes. I have one: mirabilia, which is actually an old term
that hasn’t been used much in the last 400 years. Its literal definition is “marvels that inspire wonder,” but I’d like to add the following nuances: beguiling curiosities, enigmatic joys, changes that inspire amused awe and sudden deliverance from boring evils. I’m happy to report that you Virgos, more than any other sign, are currently poised to see, create and attract mirabilia.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I have never before called on the help of actress Mae West to illuminate your horoscope. Her cracked wisdom is so relentlessly arch and ironic that it’s rarely useful as advice. Given the extraordinary nature of your current astrological omens, however, I’m now going to be utterly sincere as I recommend that you pattern yourself after her. Mae once said, “When I’m good, I’m very, very good, but when I’m bad, I’m better.” For a limited time only, Libra, you have the right to speak these words as if they were your deepest truth.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’re at the climax of your yearly cycle, Scorpio. That means you have the power to harvest the best possible outcomes of all the themes you’ve been developing since your last birthday. Here are two pieces of advice to help you make the most of this magic moment. 1. Use the system but don’t let it use you. Refuse to believe that any bureaucracy or organization is stronger than you. 2. Frequently ask yourself the following question: “What is the most fun, productive and liberating action I can take right now?”
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ANIMAL LOVER WANTED: The Animal Hospital of Hinesburg seeks individual to help with daily care of the dogs, cats and their kennels. Compassion and ability to handle animals a must. The job also involves general cleaning and upkeep of the facilities. There will be opportunities to assist the veterinarians and technical staff as well. 30-40 hours a week, with every other weekend duties. Send resumés to P.O. Box 356, Hinesburg, VT 05461. BRISTOL BAKERY in Bristol is hiring for all positions. Full and part-time. Experienced bakers, counter people, delivery, etc. Fill out application at 14 Main St., Bristol, VT. BURLINGTON BREAD ADVOCATE: Full-time position educating, organizing for and promoting Burlington’s local currency. Americorps Vista position. Call 434-8103. CARPENTERS/CARPENTERS’ HELPERS: Experienced, transportation, great work environment, good pay. Call Steven at 865-9839. COOL TRAVEL JOB: Entry level positions, 18+, no exp. necessary. 2 weeks paid training, transportation, lodging provided. $500 signing bonus to start. Toll-free, 1-877-646-5050. (AAN CAN) DECONSTRUCTION CREW: If you’ve got good construction skills and seek a meaningful way to put them to work, help ReCycle North expand its innovative program to dismantle buildings and divert materials from the landfill. Full or part-time positions. Apply with cover letter and résumé or fill out an application in person. ReCycle North, 266 Pine St. Burlington, 05401 or bjohnson@recycle north.org. EOE. DO YOU LOVE KIDS? Art, music and blowing bubbles? Get paid to play and sing! Teaching kids (0-5) and their parents how to have fun through play, music and art! Part-time 5-10 hours a week. Transportation req. $10/ hour. Inquire at playandmusicvt @yahoo.com. 802-660-2474! DOGGIE DAYCARE now hiring! Athletic, hardworking individuals. Various positions. Apply in person. DOGGIE DAYCARE: Now hiring! Friendly, outgoing individual for front desk position. Full and part-time available. Apply within. DRIVERS WITH LATE-MODEL vehicles possessing entertainment and MC qualities wanted to host shows with exotic dancers. 802-658-1464. ENGINEER: Expanding engineering firm is seeking Mechanical and Electrical Engineers and AutoCAD Technicians with 3 to 10 years experience in building systems design. AutoCAD and computer experience plus strong interpersonal skills required. E.I.T. and P.E. a plus. Fax letter and resumé to 802-655-7628 or email to Employment@LN Consulting.com
EXOTIC DANCERS wanted for bachelor and bachelorette parties. No experience necessary. 658-1464. HOME PROVIDER NEEDED: Therapeutic home sought for school-age young man. Exciting opportunity to make a significant difference. Young man is inquisitive, eager to learn and new to Vermont. Generous monthly stipend with significant respite, case management, behavioral and psychiatric support. Potential provider must have experience working with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors. If you have an active life, are willing to mentor and teach within the context of your own home, are interested in becoming part of a dynamic team, contact Jeff or Lorraine at 800-639-1758 for more information. IT’S A LIFESTYLE, NOT A JOB: 16-year-old industry giant looking for local leaders to aid in company’s global expansion. Call 800-270-4789 to schedule an interview. LEONARDO’S PIZZA has open positions for a manager trainee, delivery drivers, pizza makers and phone people. Apply at Leonardo’s Pizza, 1160 Williston Rd. South Burlington or 83 Pearl St. Burlington. PAINTER: Neat, clean and reliable. Tools and transportation provided for the right person. Call 863-5397. PAINTERS: Experienced, transportation, great work environment, good pay. Call Steven at 865-9839. PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST NEEDED for men’s salon. Tues. and Thurs. 3-7 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $8/hr. Call Michelle, 598-7133. RENTAL AGENTS: Flynn Avenue Self Storage is now open. Now hiring full and part-time rental agents. Send resumé to 199 Flynn Ave., Burlington, VT 05401. RETAIL ASSOCIATE/Mail Order Customer Service Representatives needed: Busy retail mail order soccer specialty store is in need of detail-oriented, hard-working individuals on a part-time and full-time basis. Contact Kim, 802-658-6179 or Kim@newhori zonssoccer.com or stop by New Horizons In Sports, Williston. SEEKING A PART-TIME salesperson with creativity, energy, a willingness to learn and some experience to help dual-business couple. Flexible hours. 862-6202, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. SOUTH BURLINGTON CATERER seeks a cheerful chef or chef wannabe with some experience for part-time work. Must be ultra-reliable, friendly and able to take direction. Call 862-6202, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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MARIJUANA AND TOBACCO SMOKERS NEEDED for UVM research study! We need people who are smokers of both tobacco and marijuana. This is not a treatment study. Must be 18 years old. Compensation up to $775. Call 847-7897. All calls and participation confidential.
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ART ENTHUSIASTS WANTED for volunteer shifts at the Firehouse Gallery. Learn how a gallery works from installing exhibitions to educating the public. Enthusiasm for contemporary art and working with the public are essential. Please email resumé and letter of intent to cshorton@ci.burlington.vt.us or call 865-7165.
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CHILDCARE WANTED: After school, 2:3O-5 p.m., four days a week. Seven and eight-year-old. New North End, Burlington. $9/hour. Call Sharon or Dave, 865-1733. EXCEPTIONAL CAREGIVER NEEDED for two exceptional children under the age of 5. Tues. through Thurs. Refs. req. 872-9969. SEEKING PART-TIME CHILDCARE for a three-year old w/special needs. Applicants must have previous experience working w/young children w/physical and communication needs. Transportation and refs. req. 20-hours a week. 660-3954.
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FRUSTRATED? Learn how we have helped 1000s of frustrated individuals identify surprising business or franchise opportunities. Call Pat Burns at The Entrepreneur’s Source, 1-866450-0077. GOVERNMENT JOBS: Earn $12 $48/hour. Avail. w/full medical/dental benefits and paid training on clerical, administrative, law enforcement, homeland security, wildlife, more! 1-800320-9353, ext. 2012. (AAN CAN) METAPHYSICAL BOOK AND GIFT STORE: Established 1989, downtown Middlebury. 388-7478 or 759-2985. NEED REGIONAL or national recruitment exposure? Advertise your hard-to-fill positions in more than 100 newspapers just like this one and reach up to 17 million young, active, educated readers! Go to www.aancan.com or call AAN Classified Network at 202-822-1955. (AAN CAN). RADIO, MUSIC RECORDING and film-making. On-the-job training inside radio stations, recording and film studios here in our own state. Nights/weekends. www.get amentor.com. (AAN CAN). WANTED: A super sharp, motivated female business partner to explore a business and share in the profits. 802-899-3925.
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LOST CAT: Totally orange, missing from Charlotte St. (South End of Burlington) since 8/27. Please call 863-5881 if you’ve seen her!
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A $250K+ 1st year income opportunity. Home-based. No selling. Not MLM! Call 1-877347-3745 * 24 hrs. Training and support provided. (AAN CAN) ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE! Do you earn $800 in a day? Your own local candy route. Includes 30 machines and candy. All for $9995. 1-800-807-6525. (AAN CAN) BARTENDERS: Up to $1200/wk. Multiple positions in restaurants, bars, nightclubs and hotels. No experience req. FT/PT. Call 800806-0083 ext. 202. (AAN CAN). DATA ENTRY: Flexible hours, great pay. Call toll-free, 1-866334-6175 ext. 101. Computer/ Internet req. (AAN CAN). EARN $3500 WEEKLY! Answering surveys online! $25-$75/survey! Guaranteed paychecks! Mystery shoppers needed! $57/hour shopping! Free grants! Receive $500,000$800,000! www.RealCash Programs.com (AAN CAN).
LOST KEYS! 8/19 at 1:30 p.m. Hallmark Store, University Mall. 1 Jeep key, 3 metal rings w/assorted smaller keys. Old leather and metal key ring w/no face. 9898788. Please help! SANCHEZ IS MISSING! Very friendly dark-brown Siamese male w/white paws. Church and Maple in Burlington. He lost his collar and now we lost him! Please call w/any info. 363-5084.
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AMAZING NEW MANGOSTEEN. Over $1,000,000 in sales already. Easy, repeat business. Residual income w/free marketing website. Start today. Take online tour at www.BizXango.com. (AAN CAN). CASH NOW FOR structured settlements, annuities and insurance payouts. 800-794-7310. J.G. Wentworth means cash now for structured settlements. (AAN CAN) MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: South Wind Condo. Assoc. Located off Flynn Ave, Burlington. Saturday, September 11, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Rain date, September 18. PARENTS/GRANDPARENTS have surgery for aortic aneurysm, 1999-2004 w/complications: bloodclots, stroke, paralysis, heart attack, hemorrhage, death! You may be entitled to money damages. James Rolshouse practices law in MN but associates throughout the U.S. 800-4320341. (AAN CAN)
PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? We can help! We specialize in matching families with birth-mothers nationwide. Toll-free, 24 hrs. a day. 866-9210565. One True Gift Adoptions. (AAN CAN). SUBMISSION OPPORTUNITY: Original poems, art, photographs, short written pieces inspired by your personal spiritual experiences for a new book entitled Illuminations. All faiths and spiritual perspectives welcome. First volume deadline: October 31, 2004. Guidelines and release form, www.Evolving Editions.com. Email, Editor@ EvolvingEditions.com. (AAN CAN)
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EXOTICA DANCERS featuring girls going wild for your next birthday, bachelor party or funon-one show. 802-658-1464. New talent welcome. MOVIE EXTRAS: Earn up to $200-$600/day. Have fun as a movie extra. All looks, types and ages needed. TV, music videos, commercials, films and print. Extras on call. 1-800-260-3949, ext 3001. (AAN CAN).
4 professional svcs. BARTENDING SCHOOL of New England. Our school offers complete professional bartending training, national certification and job assistance both local and national. Visit us on the web at www.bartendingschool.com. EXECUTIVE CHEF seeks fulltime position with paid benefits. Restaurant on the fritz? I can fix it! Serious inquiries only: Boxholder, P.O. Box 547, Stowe, VT 05672. FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER: A/P, A/R, payroll, Quickbooks, etc. 16-years experience. Call Lisa, 802-759-2078 or email rowell@madriver.com. HOUSECLEANING: Environmentally responsible, avail. for Fletcher, Johnson, Fairfax and surrounding area. Weekly, bi-monthly or monthly. Refs. avail. upon request. Please call Jessie, 644-8185. PET SITTER PLUS: GreaterBurlington area. Avail. weekends and after 5 p.m. weekdays. Reasonable rates. 324-1233.
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DAYTIME PARKING NEEDED: Get $300/year! In need of parking near corner of S. Williams and Main St., Burlington, M/T/W, business hours only. Call Lindsay 244-9958.
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ARTISTS/PHOTOGRAPHERS: Affordable Archival Fine Art Digital Print Making and Digital Photography copy services. Bring original artwork and get one FREE digital copy and one FREE 8x10 Giclee’ Print. Churchman Creative Services, 802-899-2200. churchman.inc@verizon.net.
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LOOKING FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS interested in a 24-hour photo project, “Burlington, 24Hours”, to take place October 1 and 2. Contact Dave, 862-1172 or email rusldp@juno.com for more information.
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CAST-IRON WOOD-BURNING STOVE: Reginald 101. Like new. $225. 802-658-8362. EARTH-LITE MASSAGE TABLE: Avalon, portable massage table, sage-green. Comes w/head-cradle and black carrying-case and strap. Great condition, great deal: $400. Call 229-5996. FREE 4-ROOM DIRECTV SYSTEM: Includes installation. 4 mo. free programming w/NFL Sunday Ticket subscription. Over 250 channels! Limited time offer, S&H, restrictions apply. 1-800877-1251. (AAN CAN). NEARLY NEW WALL-TO-WALL carpeting in great condition. Several colors and dimensions. Call for details. 863-0371. Best offer takes it! PHISH FANS: Own a part of history. Original weather-worn Nector’s sign. 66 inches x 48 inches. Did you know during some of the 1980s, Nectar’s was spelled Nector’s? A great story at a great price. $300. 864-9972. THULE DOUBLE KAYAK rack for Honda CRV. Used twice, perfect shape. $450 new, $350 OBO. 879-2690. WASHER: GE Profile One Touch Energy Efficient XL. Retail, $500 +. Bargain price, $250. Dryer, Hotpoint Heavy Duty, almond color. $100. Moved, have two of each and need garage back! Call 879-0216.
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G4iMAC 800Mhz/60GB HD/768mb RAM/15” flat panel screen/Apple Pro Speakers/ Combo drive. Excellent condition, original packaging and disks, warranted until 2/15/05. $1050. 864-5801.
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DRUM SET: Yamaha DP series. 5-piece kit w/Zildjian ZBT Crash. Sweet shape. Hi-hat. $600/OBO. 233-6820, leave message. MIXED COLLECTION of 104 LP records albums. 60’s and 70’s rock, country, folk, show tunes, eclectic and off-the-wall. All in good condition or better. Excellent resale opportunity. Email for list, dalep@pshift.com. $400/OBO.
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ARMAND MESSIER RECORDING STUDIO: 4-song studio demo for $500. Record, mix and master without the money clock ticking! Satisfaction guaranteed, call for details. 868-9900. www.recording vt.com. COSMIC HILL RECORDING: MIDI and production services. Years of experience in writing, playing, recording and production. Dedicated to making your music sound great. $25 per hour. 496-3166. Moretown, VT. QUESTION MARK PRODUCTIONS: Audio engineering/production, live sound, recording. 802-578-9356.
4 musicians wanted BASS PLAYER: 4-piece Charlotte combo seeks committed bass player. Contact Xander, 425-4133.
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LEAD GUITAR PLAYER WANTED: If you are an experienced lead guitar player, can play 50’s and 60s rock and roll, can practice in central VT, call Joe, 496-6520.
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BANJO AND PEDAL STEEL LESSONS W/GORDON STONE: 25 years teaching experience. Recordings and live appearances w/Phish, Moe., Strangefolk and Chrome Cowboys. 863-4497 or www.gordonstone.com. CELTIC FIDDLE instruction with experienced dance band musician. All levels. Technique and style emphasized. Peter Macfarlane, 802-759-2268, petermac@gmavt.net. CLARINET LESSONS for all ages, beginner to intermediate abilities. Start the school year off right, or pick up an old hobby! Call Heather for rates, times and questions. 318-8199. DRUMSET LESSONS at Advance Music. Focusing on technique, musical diversity, improvisation. All styles/levels. Caleb Bronz (Gordon Stone Band, Voice, Mighty Sam McClain, etc.). 238-1137. FUN PIANO LESSONS for all ages. Learn from a patient and experienced teacher. Andric Severance, 802-310-6042. GUITAR AND MANDOLIN: Instruction in jazz and bluegrass from Doug Perkins. Burlington and Central VT areas. (Jamie Masefield, Smokin’ Grass, Gordon Stone Trio, Grappa Boom). 802-485-9664. GUITAR: Berklee graduate with classical background offers lessons in guitar, theory and ear training. Individualized, step-bystep approach. I enjoy teaching all ages/styles/levels. Call Rick Belford at 864-7195. PRIVATE GUITAR INSTRUCTION in Essex Jct. Beginner to advanced. Many styles; sevenstring, electric, acoustic, bass. 872-8861. franky.andreas@ verizon.net.
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The Chittenden County Transportation Authority is seeking businesses or not-for-profit agencies that have passed a Federal Transit Administration management review for transportation contract work. Qualified bidders should send their response which indicates the date of their last management review to: Chris Cole, Chittenden County Transportation Authority, 5 Industrial Parkway, Burlington, VT 05401. The Chittenden County Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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DON’T SEE A SUPPORT group here that meets your needs? Call United Way GET-INFO (a confidential help line) 652-4636, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with sex or relationships? We can help. Sunday meetings, 78:30 p.m. Call Valerie, 655-9478. SUICIDE SURVIVORS GROUP: Survivors and their families meet monthly for mutual support in the Burlington-area, 6-7 p.m. Call for location, 223-4111. SMOKING CESSATION GROUP: Willing to kick the habit? This free, five-week program helps quitters to follow through. Community Health Center of Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-6309. ADD PARTNERS SUPPORT GROUP forming. Does your partner or spouse have ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)? Would love to get together and share experiences, support, challenges. Please contact addpartner@yahoo.com. WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE: A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 767-6092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds. THE HEALING JOURNEY: The Women’s Rape Crisis Center offers a confidential ten-week support group for women who have survived sexual violence. Burlington-area, call for location. 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0555. DISORDERED EATING SUPPORT GROUP: Do you struggle with anorexia, bulimia or binge eating? I am looking to start a support group to help others and myself in moving forward on the road to recovery. If you are interested in joining a new discussion/support group and are over 20 yrs, please email Jessica at jesslyn6@yahoo.com. Together we can make small steps forward to a more fulfilling lifestyle. DECLUTTERS SUPPORT GROUP: Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming? Maybe 2 or 3 of us can get together to help each simplify. 453-3612. PARENTS TOGETHER: Support group will be meeting in Rutland on Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. All groups are free and confidential. Please call Amy at 247-5460 for more information. WOMEN CHANGING: A continuous educational support group for women who are interested in changing patterns in their lives. Wednesdays-ongoing. 12:30-2 p.m. Call Angie at AWARE in Hardwick, 472-6463. SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Battered Women’s Services and Shelter of Washington County. Please call 1-877-543-9498 for more info. REIKI SUPPORT GROUP: Fletcher Free Library, Burlington. All levels of students and practitioners are welcome. For more info., contact Joan at 860-4673 or Lynn at 893-3064.
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WANTED: Fellow painters to get together bi-weekly for coffee and to discuss our work. Support each other’s creativity! Show your work. Meet at local downtown coffee shops. Call 6582976, if interested. AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS: Join our support group where the focus is on living not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport and its healthgiving, life-affirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Linda at 802-4344423 or email: dragonheartver mont@gmavt.net or go to: www.dragonheartvermont.org EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS: Fridays, 6-7 p.m. The Society of Friends Meeting House, 173 N. Prospect St., Burlington. Free. Info, 479-0684. 12-step program designed to help women and men with depression, negative thinking or any mental/emotional problems. SELF REALIZATION: Social/support group for like-minded people interested in spirituality, yoga, psychic experiences, transcendence and transformation. Burlington. If interested, call Jill at 877-3375 or email jlo@together.net. NAKED IN VERMONT: The premier Nudist/Skinnydipper organization in Vermont offering information library, message board, chat room, yahoo group, and more. (ALL FREE) Visit www.nakedinvermont.com. SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION New England: Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732 or atblythel@aol.com. WOMEN’S WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP: Do we know what to do? Yes! Do we do it? Not always! Sometimes the answer is mutual support — for free! Let’s decide together what works for us. I want to start — do you? Anne, 861-6000. BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP open to new members. Meets downtown. Our goal is to become healthy and happy. For info, call Gerhard at 864-3103. ALS (LOU GEHRIG DISEASE) monthly support group: For patients, caregivers and loved ones who are living or have lived with ALS. Third Thursday of the month, 1-3 p.m. Jim’s House, 1266 Creamery Rd., Williston. Info and directions, 802-8628882 or vt@alsanne.org. AL-ANON: Thursdays, 12:301:30 p.m. at the AWARE office, 88 High St., Hardwick. Info, 472-6463. WOMEN IN TRANSITION: Join a support/social group for women who are separated or divorced. The goal is to form a circle of friends for support and social activities. If interested email Katherine at MKR27609 @aol.com. SMART RECOVERY: For info, contact Bob at 425-4058 or email carmody@madriver.com. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION of Vermont: Daytime support group meets the second Thursday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in Colchester, from 12-2 p.m. For more info, contact Polly Erickson at 847-6941.
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METHADONE ANONYMOUS: A medication-assisted recovery support group. Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. The Alano Club. Directions: Rt. 15 Fort Ethan Allen entrance, Barnes Ave., third right on to Hegeman Ave., #74 on left. All are welcome. TRANS PARTNERS support group: Meet and talk w/other partners of transgendered/transsexual people. The second Friday of every month. R.U.1.2? Community Center, 6 p.m. 860-RU12. HEPATITIS C SUPPORT group: Second Thursday of each month. McClure Multigenerational Center, 6-8 p.m. Those who have hepatitis, their friends and family members are welcome. 454-1316. ARE YOU A BUTCH, F2M, StoneButch, TGButch, TransMan, Femme, High Femme or any other description of Butch, FtM or Femme/feminine woman? If so, join us as we plan fun activities and offer each other resources, support and friendship within the Butch/FtM-Femme world. For more info, contact Miss Morpheus at missmorpheus1 @yahoo.com. HARD-OF-HEARING support group: I’m starting a support group for adults who have a hearing loss that affects the quality of their work/family/ social life. Let’s share personal experiences and knowledge of hearing-aid technology. Marlene, 865-9781. WOULD YOU LIKE to join a thriving, mixed social group? Get together for various activities/friendship in Montpelier/ Burlington. 229-4390 or email treesha7@email.com. SKINNYDIPPERS UNITE! Visit Vermont Au Naturel. Join other naturists and like-minded people for support, discussions and more! www.vermontaunaturel .com. PARENTS TOGETHER support groups: Would you like to talk and share ideas with other parents about the joys and challenges of children? Support groups for all parents. Connie, 878-7090. MENTAL ILLNESSES: The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill holds support meetings for the families and friends of the mentally ill at Howard Center, corner of Flynn and Pine. Second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7 p.m. Park in Pine St. lot and walk down ramp. 862-6683 for info. NONCUSTODIAL SUPPORT group for parents. Contact Bill Bagdon, 434-6495. ARE YOU UNABLE TO get out of debt? Do you spend more than you earn? Is it a problem for you? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous. Wednesdays, 7:308:30 p.m. The Alano Club, 74 Hegeman Ave., Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. Contact Valerie P. at 324-7847.
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BRAIN INJURY: Open to people who sustained a brain injury, their caregivers and family. Expert speakers often scheduled. 1st Wed. of every month, 6-8 p.m. Fanny Allen Campus, Colchester. Call Deb Parizo, 863-8644. LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, Transgender, Queer and Questioning: Support groups for survivors of partner violence, sexual violence and bias/hate crimes. Free and confidential. SafeSpace, 863-0003 or 866869-7341 (toll-free). MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY group: support and education for people with psychiatric challenges. Joan, 865-6135. FAMILY/FRIENDS OF THOSE suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: second Monday of the month, 4-5 p.m. The Arbors. 985-8600. SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL violence: Form contacts and discuss ways to begin healing. Women’s Rape Crisis Center, Burlington, 67:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0555. DIVORCED PEOPLE: If you are separated, thinking of separating, in the process of divorce, or just divorced, I’m thinking about starting a loose group where such people can talk, whine, have some fun, and maybe even get together. Perhaps there is life after him or her. If interested email Bob at bberman@ ttiglobal.com or call/lv msg. at 802-388-0779. WIDOWS & WIDOWERS: Looking for persons interested in forming a support group for activities in the Burlington area. Info, 656-3280. “HELLENBACH” CANCER support: Every other Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Middlebury. Call to verify meeting place. Info, 3886107. People living with cancer and their caretakers convene for support. DEBTORS ANONYMOUS: Mon., 6-7 p.m. Wed. 7-8 a.m. Sat. 1011:30 a.m. Brenda, 658-9278. BURLINGTON MEN’S GROUP: Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 877-3742. Area men are invited to join this weekly group for varied discussions and drumming. COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9 p.m. Christ Church Presbyterian, UVM, Burlington. Info, 482-5319. People mourning the loss of children, grandchildren or siblings find help and support. PROSTATE CANCER: The second and fourth Tuesday of the month, 5 p.m. Board Room of Fanny Allen Hospital, Colchester. Info, 800-639-1888. This “manto-man” support group deals with disease. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Daily meetings in various locations. Free. Info, 863-2655. Overeaters get support in addressing their problem. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Daily meetings in various locations. Free. Info, 860-8382. Want to overcome a drinking problem? Take the first step of 12 and join a group in your area.
AL-ANON: Ongoing Wednesdays, 8 p.m. First Congregational Church, N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Free. Info, 655-6512. Seven other locations also. Info, 860-8388. Do you have a friend or relative with an alcohol problem? Al-Anon can help. DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL violence: WomenSafe offers free, confidential support groups in Addison County for women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Info, 388-4205. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: A group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to be a member. The only requirement is a desire to stop using. For meeting info, call 802-862-4516 or visit www.together.net/cvana. EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS: Fridays, 6-7 p.m. The Society of Friends Meeting House, 173 N. Prospect St., Burlington. Free. Info, 899-3006. This 12-step program is designed to help women and men with depression, negative thinking or any mental or emotional problem. SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS Anonymous: Sundays, 7 p.m. Free. Info, write to P.O. Box 5843, Burlington, VT 05402. Get help through this weekly 12-step program. HEROIN 101: Educational and informational support group. Free. First Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7:30 p.m. GMNC. 275 College St. Info, 860-3567. ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS: Burlington, meets at Birchwood Terrace, 2nd & 4th Wed., at 1:30. Colchester, meets at FAHC, Fanny Allen Campus, 1st Thurs. of month at 3 and 7 p.m. Shelburne, meets at The Arbors, 2nd Tues. of month at 10 a.m. ADULTS EXPERIENCING the death of a loved one: Two Wed. evenings a month, First Congregational Church, Burlington. Info, 434-4159. DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER’S disease support group for the caregivers: Barre, meets at Rowan Ct., 4th Wed. of month at 3 p.m. Montpelier, 338 River St., 2nd Wed. of month at 7 p.m. PARKINSON’S DISEASE: meets 1st Tues. of each month at the Heineburg Sr. Ctr., Heineburg Ave., Burlington. Lunch is avail. by calling 863-3982 in advance. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: For people with cancer and their families. UHC campus, 1 South Prospect St., Arnold 2 Resource Rm. Every 2nd and 4th Mon., 56:30 p.m. Info, 847-8400. WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT group: UHC campus, 1 South Prospect St., Arnold 2 Resource Rm. Every 1st and 3rd Mon., 56:30 p.m. Info, 847-8400.
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JOB DEVELOPER Chittenden County Engaging minds that change the world
Shuttle Driver Transportation and Parking Services On-going 9 months per year position. Drive a campus passenger shuttle bus and assist with related transportation and parking services. High school diploma and two years experience driving public service vehicles (including one year of experience with larger vehicles such as buses or trucks) required, or an equivalent combination. Vermont Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and air-brake qualified and driver's check required. Initial and continued employment dependent on satisfactory results of alcohol and drug testing. Ability to deal effectively with University faculty, staff, students, and the general public in a professional, service-oriented manner required. Bargaining Unit Position. For further information, or to apply with electronic application, resume and cover letter for #030648, visit our website at: www.uvmjobs.com. Tel: 802-656-3494. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
ALLENBROOK HOMES FOR YOUTH Community-based group home for teens seeking applicants for the following positions: Alternate Teaching Parents to support Live-in Teaching Parents in implementing the Teaching Family Model. Fulltime and part-time available. Some evenings/weekends and one overnight per week expected. BA/relevant experience preferred.
Immediate opening. 20 Hours. Flexible schedule. Seeking outgoing, confident, self-motivated individual to assist job seekers to find and keep jobs. Also assist with applications, resumes, etc. Must have reliable vehicle. Excellent salary and mileage/ expense reimbursement. Send resumé and letter of interest to: Michael Collins VT Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 103 South Main St. Waterbury, VT 05671
Please call or send resumés and references to:
an innovative affordable-housing nonprofit, has an opening for a
RESIDENT SERVICES COORDINATOR Build strong partnerships with other housing and social services agencies and assist new tenant organizations.
Full-time AmeriCorps service position from 9/29/04 to 8/31/05. $11,611 stipend, $4725 education award, health benefits and diverse training opportunities. Deadline to apply 9/15/04.
LuCinda Richmond Allenbrook Homes for Youth 102 Allen Road South Burlington, VT 05403 (802) 658-1433
Part-time, immediate opening, 10pm-6am, hotel customerservice experience needed, must have accurate basic math skills, enjoy working with the public and be able to work independently. Position requires attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks professionally. Interested applicants should apply in person to:
Best Western Windjammer Inn & Conference Center 1076 Williston Road South Burlington, VT 05403
The Central Vermont Community Land Trust,
Awake Night Staff to supervise house from 10 p.m. 6 a.m. Full and part-time available. Both positions available immediately and require a criminal record check.
NIGHT AUDITOR:
For a detailed description call (802) 476-4493 ext. 200 or email lmineo@cvclt.org. EOE
After-School Childcare Programs
ESSEX J UNCTION R ECREATION & PARKS We are looking for several individuals to staff our state-licensed after-school programs for students in grades K-5. The successful candidates must be age 18 or older and have experience working with youth. All applicants must have ability to obtain Red Cross CPR and First-Aid certification. Position pays $8/hour, 20 hours/ week. For additional information please send letter and resumé to: Essex Junction Recreation and Parks 75 Maple Street Essex Junction, Vermont 05452 EOE
RUTLAND COUNTY HEAD START Rutland County Head Start, a comprehensive family services program for families with preschool children, has the following employment opportunities:
FOR FILLING ONE OF 368 JOBS AT
SMUGGLERS’ NOTCH RESORT
HOTEL BURLINGTON Pantry Cook Line Cook Room Cleaner Banquet Set-up Front Desk Clerk Banquet Server Reservationist
Last Seen: In your mirror Distinguishing Marks: smile Possible Occupations: Retail Sales Clerks, Guest Service Staff, Housekeepers, Groundskeepers, Snowmakers, Activities Staff, Food & Beverage Staff, Lifeguards, Ski/Board/Nordic Instructors and many more!
We have many opportunities, as our many valued staff return to college. Full-time positions offer a full benefit package. Apply in person Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Toll Free 1-888-754-7684 www.smuggs.com/jobs eoe
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Assistant Director Needed to: supervise 5 Head Start Supervisors; coordinate training and professional development; oversee facilities, programs and operations. Position requires: BA/BS degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Three years supervisory experience. Demonstrated skills supervising and training adults. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Teacher Rutland (temporary position 37.5 hours/week through December, 2004.) AA or BA in Early Childhood. CDA required. Substitute Teacher Assistants Previous early childhood experience preferred. High school diploma or GED.
Rutland Mental Health Human Resources PO Box 222 Rutland, VT 05702 EOE
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EMPLOYMENT AMERIC AN FLATBREAD at the Marble Works is looking for the right person to lead the restaurant kitchen in Middlebury. We are looking for someone with a high level of respect for food integrity and quality, a team player and someone who loves the excitement of a busy restaurant. 35-40 hours/week. Hourly compensation and benefits. C al l Beea to in qu ire ab ou t join ing o ur team of people dev oted to th e fu n an d ar t of fo od . (802) 388- 3300.
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Counter Help Cleaner Prep Person Baker position.
Howard Community Services A Division of the Howard Center for Human Services 102 S. Winooski Ave. Burlington, VT 05401 www.HowardCenter.org
Home Providers Needed Howard Community Services has an ongoing need for flexible team players to provide homes and support to persons with developmental disabilities. Excellent tax-free compensation, training, and working with a supportive team provided. Must live in Chittenden County. Contact Kathy at 802-865-6173 for more information about these opportunities or for general information about this program.
Current Needs: • Very self-sufficient and likable woman in her 30s is looking for a roommate who will support her need to be independent as well as supporting her desire to learn new activities and meet new people. She is extremely pleasant to be around and would like to have positive influences in her life.
(will train right person) Apply in person:
Bagel Café • 1127 North Avenue Ethan Allen Shopping Center • Burlington
• Young-at-heart man in his 30s is looking for a home provider who loves physical activities such as bowling, Frisbee, basketball and fishing. He likes to be helpful by raking, sweeping and assisting with household responsibilities. Ability to be consistent and provide a structured environment required.
DELI STAFF REQUIRED.
• A 58-year-old man who has a good sense of humor and enjoys going for rides and being out in the community is in need of a Shared Living Provider. This gentleman requires 1:1 support and personal care. Ability to be consistent and follow the support plan required.
All shifts available. Fun team environment. Competitive pay. Stop in at 370 Shelburne Road and fill out an application or call 652-9828 to arrange an interview.
• Sports and nature-loving man in his early 40s looking for a home provider that is open to trying new things and who enjoys a variety of activities. He loves to fish, watch sports, farm and go for hikes. Support provider should be good at setting boundaries and being flexible. He has daytime supports and is with a respite provider every other weekend. • A woman in her 40s with Down’s syndrome who enjoys art, music and TV is in search of a caregiver. She goes to a day program in the a.m. and likes to spend the afternoon and evening either at home or in a low-key, relaxing environment.
Respite Providers
Full-time Assistant Teacher Needed for YMCA Infant/Toddler Center, MonFri, 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Health Plan benefit. Great environment and small group size. Experience with young children necessary, some college background preferred. Call Paula Bonnie at 862-8993 ext. 154. EOE
After-School Assistants For YMCA after-school programs in surrounding towns, 15-20 hours/week. Must have experience with school-age children. Y membership and training opportunities. Call Julie at 862-9622. EOE
A Developmental Home in Washington County Area is needed immediately for a 23-year-old woman with developmental disabilities. This young woman prefers no other children and no pets. She especially enjoys arts and crafts, music and going out to eat. This young woman has a 20-hour weekday program. A tax-free stipend, training and supervision are provided. For further information contact: Attn: Judy Sturtevant Sterling Area Services, Inc. PO Box 1207 Morrisville, VT 05661 (802) 888-7602 ext. 29
Support providers are needed to provide supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. Howard Community Services acts as a listing agency. After the screening process is complete, providers are listed out to consumers and others on their team that will employ providers. Various opportunities are available that offer a flexible schedule and skill-building challenges. Hours and locations vary. Contact Melissa at 802-652-2123 for more information.
Specialized Community Support Worker Position supporting a man with developmental disability in the community for 20 hours per week (potential of 30 hours/week) doing activities such as woodworking, gardening and sports. Flexible weekday hours with benefits. Must be able to provide consistent expectations as well as support him in social interactions. Resumé and cover letter to Tracy Fisher or email TracyF@HowardCenter.org.
Employment Specialist Full-time position providing support and expertise to numerous clients with developmental disabilities who are seeking and maintaining employment. Duties include assessment of employment skills, job search & placement, job training and ongoing support. Must have good communication and judgment skills. Must have reliable transportation. Benefits. Send resumé and cover letter to Karen Hussey or email Karenh@howardcenter.org.
Family Support Advocate Looking for a dynamic individual to be an integral part of a case-management team that coordinates services for children with developmental disabilities and their families. Experience in family support, school collaboration, advocacy, and dual diagnosis a must. Bachelor’s degree in related field, valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required. Two to three years experience preferred. Send resumé to Cathie Buscaglia or email CathieB@HowardCenter.org.
Training Specialist Seeking a reliable, caring and dedicated individual to provide support in the home and in the community for 30 hours per week to a charming young man with significant personal care needs. Responsibilities also include reading to him, administering medication, working with his family and driving the family’s accessible van. The family helps with lifting and personal care. Excellent benefits included. Additional hours available. Valid driver’s license necessary. Send resumé and cover letter to Chris Gillespie or email ChrisG@HowardCenter.org.
Specialized Community Support Worker Excellent part-time (20 hours a week) position available working with two children, ages 4 and 6. Hours are Monday-Friday from afternoon to early evening. Activities include picking them up from day care, free play with them and assistance settling in at home. The family lives in the Richmond/Huntington area. Reliable transportation required. Position has full benefits. Please send letter of interest and resumé to Jolene Lovejoy or email JoleneL@HowardCenter.org.
*** EOE/TTY Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply *** EOE
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ROOFERS & LABORERS Good wages & benefits Women & minorities encouraged to apply.
Full- and part-time positions available. Apply in person at Garcia Tobacco Shop in the Burlington Town Center.
Apply in person at: A.C. Hathorne Co., 252 Ave. C, Williston, VT 862-6473
(802) 658-5737
Dishwasher Part-time dishwasher. Professional atmosphere 2-3 shifts/week meals included, opportunity for advancement. AFLAC insurance provided. Apply in person after 5pm at Trattoria Delia, 152 St. Paul Street (glass door beside main entrance), Burlington. No phone calls please.
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to volunteer teach two 80minute classes per week at a small, nonprofit, independent school serving grades 7 through 12 in St. Albans. Potential for travel expenses now and full-time paying position next academic year.
Ema il : a ta sc ho ol @surfglo b al .n et (pr e fer re d) or c al l (802) 309- 9221 ( ce ll) fo r mor e i nforma tio n.
Gymnastics Coordinator
ESSEX J UNCTION R ECREATION & PARKS We are looking for an instructor for our grades K-5 gymnastics program. Position is part-time, one day/week, approximately 3 hours/day. Successful candidate must be age 18 or older and have experience with gymnastics and working with youth. Position pays $10.00/hour. For additional information, please call 878-1375. For consideration, please send letter and resumé to: Essex Junction Recreation and Parks, 75 Maple Street, Essex Jct., VT 0545
Osteopathic Spine Center Front Desk Full-time position with competitive salary. Must have good phone/people/computer skills. Medical office experience preferred.
Clinical Assistant 25-30 hours per week. Ideal candidate would have medical or health-oriented background (EMT, nurse, fitness trainer, etc.). Varied responsibilities include assisting physician, exercise training and health/nutrition counseling. Includes some clerical duties. $9-$14 per hour depending on experience.
Call Mary at (802) 660-3110 or fax resumé to (802) 860-4396.
Full-time Evening with two Weekend
Overnights, Counselor is needed at the Lund Family Center, an established agency with a history of supporting strong, healthy families in an environment of teamwork, creativity and innovation. Counselor will work in the residential treatment program with young women and their children. Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, experience with adolescents and flexibility a must. Excellent benefits and competitive salary. EOE/EE/AA Please send resumé to:
Sheila Joyal, Residential Coordinator Lund Family Center P.O. Box 4009 Burlington, Vermont 05406- 4009
Addison County Home Health & Hospice offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, free life insurance, 401K plan, and up to 31 days of paid time off per year. To apply please send resumé to:
ACHH&H PO Box 754 Middlebury, VT 05753 or stop by our office approximately 2 miles north of Middlebury on Route 7 for more information. Call HR at 802-388-7259.
1-800-639-1472 or (802) 878-0004 ext. 108
FULL-TIME COUNTER POSITIONS available in fastpaced bakery/café, for motivated and energetic individuals.
Apply in person. 198 Main St. Burlington
Join our TEAM!
See What’s Cookin’
Do you want to ‘Ride the Range’?
LINE COOKS We have opportunities for:
Full and part-time.
The Ground Round • 1633 Williston Road South Burlington, VT 05401 • or steve@nineplatt.com
Counseling Services of Addison County,Inc.
Baylor Plan
Exciting new training opportunity! A 9-week training program for women. If you are interested in a Law Enforcement career with great pay and benefits now is the time to get started. The program is scheduled to begin October 4, 2004. For information, or to apply for this FREE training call Patti at Northern New England Tradeswomen, Inc.
Drop by today and see Steve or send resumé to:
EOE
is being offered to cover a 4-evening/per week position. You will be paid and receive benefits for 40 hours per week plus on-call differential. Duties to include providing skilled nursing care in the home for an identified number of patients in the early evening. The remainder of the time is “on-call” for problems or unexpected care needs. Qualifications include current VT Registered Nursing license and two years of nursing experience.
Step-Up to Policing
CRT (Community Rehabilitation and Treatment) Support Worker The Counseling Service of Addison County is seeking candidates for the position of Community Support Worker. This position entails the provision of outreach support services to adults coping with the impact of mental illness on their lives. We are seeking someone who has excellent communication skills; who has an ability to work with clients with patience, insight, and compassion; and who can work well with a team. Must have own transportation. Some nights and weekend availability a plus. Excellent benefits. The Counseling Service of Addison County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send letter of interest and resumé to: James Ashenfelter Counseling Service of Addison County 89 Main Street • Middlebury, Vermont 05753 or email jamesa@csac-vt.org
Education Coordinator The Green Mountain Club is seeking an Education Coordinator. Primary responsibilities include Education and Outreach Program management and administration, coordinating workshops and special events; hiring and training seasonal staff; and supervising part of GMC’s world-famous summit caretaker program during summer and fall. 2-4 years working experience in education, outreach, and program development/ administration required. Experience in environmental education, trail work, and backcountry recreation preferred. Knowledge of the Long Trail a big plus. For complete job description email julia@greenmountainclub.org. To apply, send cover letter, resumé, and three references to: Green Mountain Club, Education Coordinator Search 4711 Waterbury-Stowe Road Waterbury Center,VT 05677 julia@greenmountainclub.org Deadline: 09/15/04. Starting salary range: $20-25K depending on experience. EOE
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STAFF ACCOUNTANT Vermont League of Cities and Towns Want to learn more about Vermont’s cities and towns? VLCT is accepting applications for a Trust Accounting Specialist, a key member of the administrative team, to provide support to our three memberowned insurance trusts. We seek a team player with strong computer skills, knowledge of FASB and GASB guidelines and the ability to supervise an assistant. Candidates should have an accounting degree plus a minimum of three years experience. VLCT offers excellent benefits and an enjoyable office environment in downtown Montpelier. Salary range $29,664 to $44,497 depending upon qualifications. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resumé, and list of three references to:
Human Resources, VLCT 89 Main Street, Suite 4 Montpelier, VT 05602 or via email to: jobsearch@vlct.org Application review is immediate and continues until filled. j EOE j
SITE SUPERVISOR Goodwill Industries of Northern New England is actively seeking an experienced maintenance/custodial supervisor. This position oversees supported employment sites working with persons with disabilities in Burlington, VT. The ideal candidate must have prior maintenance, janitorial or facilities management experience along with a minimum of 5 years supervisory experience. This is a working supervisor position where the primary duties include scheduling, hiring and supervising up to 10 custodians and/or grounds maintenance employees. This is a full-time (40 hour per week) position, which requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. We offer a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package. Please submit your resumé with a cover letter to: jobs@ginne.org or mail your materials to: Goodwill Industries of NNE c/o Red Densmore 204 Loudon Road Concord, NH 03301 Fax: (603) 224-1577
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employment@sevendaysvt.com • employment@sevendaysvt.com Lamoille County Mental Health Services, Inc., a designated community mental health center, seeks the following:
HOME PROVIDER
Production Coordinator Residential Insulation Work with local nonprofit to reduce energy costs and improve health, safety and comfort in homes of low-income Vermonters! CVOEO Weatherization is looking for a Production Coordinator to lead a team of insulation crews and subcontractors in our northern regional office. Production coordinator oversees both staff and subcontractors, scheduling and providing quality control on 150-200 homes each year. Responsible for personnel management (hiring, training, review, etc.), subcontractor management, job scheduling, job inspections, job cost control, equipment purchasing and maintenance, vehicle maintenance, material inventory, material purchasing, etc. Leadership skills and a team attitude essential. Experience in building construction and understanding of residential construction and mechanical systems necessary. Computer experience necessary. Work is out of our St. Albans office and ranges through Franklin, Grand Isle, and Chittenden counties. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation needed. Pay dependent on experience. Excellent benefit package. Send letter of interest and resumé by mail, fax, or email by September 17, 2004, to: CVOEO Weatherization Attn: Production Coordinator Search P.O. Box 1603 Burlington, VT 05402 FAX: 802-660-3454 EMAIL: cvws@cvoeo.org
Are you a caring and dedicated person interested in becoming a home provider? I am a 30-year-old gentleman in need of a home in Lamoille County. I would also need reliable transportation and supports for daily living skills. If you are interested please contact my Case Manager, Patti, at (802) 888-5026, ext. 121. Must have a clean driving record and pass a background check.
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Accounts Receivable – a detail-oriented individual to work full-time in our administrative department. General duties include Medicaid and third party billing, Medicaid waiver billing and management of school contract billing. Requirements include knowledge of medical and contract billing and ability to work with Microsoft Excel.
BUSINESS MANAGER/CONTROLLER (FULL-TIME) The Business Manager’s responsibilities include all financial reporting, preparation of the agency’s annual budget, grant management and oversight of Accounts Receivable. Accounts Payable and the agency’s MIS system. The Business Manager is also responsible for risk management and property management for the agency and serves as a member of the senior management team. Qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration and several years of experience in administration with proven management skills. The Business Manager serves under the agency Executive Director. Reply by cover letter and resumé indicating salary and history requirements.
Lamoille County Mental Health is an equal opportunity employer and provides excellent benefits including health care and a generous leave-time package. Reply by cover letter and resumé to:
Susan Grimes, HR Director Lamoille County Mental Health Services, Inc.
People of color and from diverse cultural groups are especially urged to apply.
520 Washington Highway, Morrisville, VT 05661
CVOEO is an equal opportunity employer.
Or email to: sueg@lamoille.org
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7D CLASSIFIEDEMPLOYMENT PARK&SHUTTLE Burlington International Airport
Cashier Now hiring, full-time 4-12 shifts Part-time 8-4 Sat./Sun. Come in person weekdays 8-4 481 White St., So. Burlington, VT 05407
BAKER
Immediate opening. Some experience required. Start time 5 pm. 30-35 hours a week. Call Jim or Elma,
862-3318
WANTED:
Live-in Caregivers Men and Women
Full-time & Part-time
COUNTER POSITIONS AVAILABLE • Starting at $8.00/hour + tips • Dependability a must Contact us at
802.872.2616 Please ask for Tad, our manager.
m BAGEL MARKET 30 Susie Wilson Rd. Essex, VT 05401
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Meet friendly seniors in their homes while assisting with simple daily living activities. Earn a good salary, have your own room, and food provided by client. To inquire, please call:
(802) 865-3933
Dancers full and part-time. Club and show work, will train.
We’ll help you fill all that free time.
GRISWOLD SPECIAL CARE
802-862-4038
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ACCOUNTANT Pine Ridge School is seeking an Accountant to supervise the business office’s day-to-day activities and oversee billing, accounts receivable, cash, payroll, personnel records, benefits enrollment and administration, monthend reconciliation, and financial statement preparation. This position reports to the Business Manager and supervises the accounting specialist. This opportunity offers a friendly work environment, casual dress code, competitive pay and an excellent benefits package including a full flex plan, long-term disability, retirement plan, life insurance, paid vacation, sick and personal time. Pine Ridge School is an educational community committed to assisting adolescents with learning disabilities to define and achieve success throughout their lives. Desired Education and Experience Include: either an AS or BS in Accounting with a minimum of four years of applicable experience and knowledge of personal computers and accounting software. Fund accounting experience is desirable. Please submit letter of interest and resumé to: Pam Blum 9505 Williston Rd Williston, VT 05495 FAX at 802-434-6938 email: pblum@pineridgeschool.com • EOE • No phone calls, please.
employment@sevendaysvt.com • employment@sevendaysvt.com PROGRAM DIRECTOR Senior management position with small and growing national renewable energy nonprofit located in Montpelier, Vermont. Plan, market, direct and manage technical program functions of the organization. Primary areas of responsibility include: planning of technical program initiatives in a variety of biomass energy areas; assisting in supervising the work of technical and project staff and contractors; marketing program services to state and federal agencies and other client groups; carrying out project work and project management in a variety of technical biomass energy areas; and working as part of the senior management team of the organization. Qualifications: Requires demonstrated expertise in the planning and implementation of successful, technically oriented energy initiatives. Must have strong technical background and be knowledgeable about and have in-depth technical experience and quantitative skills in biomass energy (preferable), renewable energy or energy efficiency. Knowledge or experience in forestry and wood fuel supply issues helpful. Experience in supervision of technical or project staff highly desirable. Project management experience in implementing energy projects highly desirable. Experience in marketing and promoting renewable energy or energy efficiency desirable. Desirable characteristics include: an entrepreneurial approach; creativity; flexibility; multitasking skills; excellent interpersonal, writing and communication skills; effective team leader and team player; and a good sense of humor. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point at a minimum. Requires a Bachelor’s degree (minimum) – six years of senior energy program planning experience may be substituted. A candidate with a PE license or advanced degree will receive additional consideration. Deadline is September 17, 2004. Please send resumé to:
Biomass Energy Resource Center, Attn: Linda Winter P.O. Box 1611, Montpelier, VT 05601 BERC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Personal Care Attendant Seeking a personal care attendant to support a young, energetic, and fun boy with autism in both his home and community. Ideal candidates will have reliable transportation, preferred to have past experience with persons with autism and/or disabilities, and the ability to take direction from family members. Afternoons and weekends are available. For more information, contact Claire Dunnett at 868-3523 x228.
Contracted Community Support Person Do you want to make a difference in a young man’s life? Do you want to get paid for having fun? Are you a team player? Young man is looking for a male companion. He enjoys going to the gym, bowling, movies, nature walks, and other community activities. Team support and training provided. Call Patti Lykens at 524-6555 x602 for more information.
Contracted Community Support Worker Looking for a person to work with a man that is confined to a wheelchair and requires 24-7 coverage. He enjoys going to the gym, bowling, music lessons, arts & crafts, puzzles, the library, watching football, and action-packed movies.The ideal person would have experience in the personal care field, LNA preferred, and willing to learn sign language.Team is willing to train the right person. Come join a dynamic team with lots of support. Please contact Gordon Robtoy at 868-3523 x225.
Children’s Case Manager NCSS Children’s Division is looking for a self-motivated individual who works well with children and families. This position provides direct service to children with emotional and behavioral needs in a community-based setting, as well as assistance in coordinating services, assessing, monitoring, advocating, and social-skill training. Staff will be responsible for creating an interagency/interdisciplinary treatment team in order to provide the above services. Applicant should possess a BA, or an AS with comparable experience. Excellent collaborative and communication skills are a must. To apply, please send resumé and letter of interest to the address below.
Residential Support Worker – Substitute NCSS Inc. has a flexible Residential Support Worker Substitute position available in its residential programs. Become part of a dynamic treatment team that serves adults with challenging behaviors. Work with the support of an involved and cooperative staff. Various hours on 2nd and 3rd shifts are available. Competitive wages. This is an excellent opportunity to enter the human-services field. Please send resumé to the address below.
NCSS, HR Dept., 107 Fisher Pond Rd., St. Albans, VT 05478
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EMPLOYMENT the team at Gardener’s Supply Company/Dutch Gardens (www.gardeners.com), Jopenoin America’s leading catalog & web-based gardening company! We have four positions in our dynamic Customer Contact Center in Burlington. Best candidate for all D airy F armer O wned S ince 1 9 1 9
Cabot Creamery has been making history since 1919 and it continues to lead the way today as the premier cheesemaker in the Northeast. Our 1800 farmer-owners count on us to make their milk into the best cheese and dairy products possible. We’re counting on you!
REPLENISHMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST We have an immediate, full-time opening for a dynamic individual to be the direct liaison between Cabot and several of our major customers in our Sales Support department. You will order and manage inventory at Customers’ distribution centers across the nation. In-depth analysis is crucial to this position. Data management to maintain our supply chain is an integral part of your day. You will work with IT to create efficiencies using industry technology such as RFID, AS2, UCCnet, and EPC as required by Customers and our company’s need to function in today’s business intelligence environment. The successful candidate will possess excellent written, math, organizational and communication skills. The applicant will need to be extremely proficient in Excel and flexible for a variety of computer programs such as Essbase, Spectra, and Retail Link. We need a team player to work with all members of the sales process: production, customer service, sales, brokers, data entry, shipping and accounting. Strong interpersonal skills are important, as this is a collaborative position. A college degree and two to three years of analytical work experience required. Some air travel is necessary. This position will be based at our Montpelier Administrative Offices. Cabot offers an excellent benefit package and a competitive starting salary. Please send resumé to:
Human Resources Department, Cabot Creamery One Home Farm Way, Montpelier, VT 05602 Phone: (802) 229-9361 x2101 • Fax: (802) 563-2263 Email: nadams@cabotcheese.com
are: highly organized; great at juggling tasks AND meeting deadlines; graceful under pressure and committed to collaboration, being positive & going the extra mile for your coworkers and customers.
Lead Person Using real-time information, manages workflows & staffing levels by balancing the staff within all areas of the CCC in a friendly, supportive manner. Calls in/sends home staff as appropriate. Is a vital resource and coach for CCC staff. REQ: College degree or life/school equivalent, outstanding verbal & listening communication skills, comfortable with computers and learning new systems. REQ: Shift is Sat-Wed until we close (usually 10 p.m. - 12 a.m.). Code: “LP”
Administrative Lead Person Same as above, plus: Ensures that reference & support materials are current & clear. Communicates workflow updates & “in the moment” scheduling changes to all CCC staff as needed. Is the backup Workforce Scheduler & runs daily staffing reforecasts. Shift is Mon-Fri daytime hours + 8-12 weekend days/year. Code: “ALP”
Telephone Sales Supervisor Responsible for the smooth, efficient running of the CCC. Supervises evening Telephone Sales staff. Supports all CCC staff to meet service and productivity goals & maintain an atmosphere of teamwork, exceptional service, productivity & cooperation. REQ: Leadership and written/verbal communication skills to foster a positive & productive team; 2+ years supervisory experience; MS Word proficiency. Shift is Tues-Fri until we close (usually 10 p.m. - 12 a.m.) and Sat 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Code: “TSS”
Horticulturist Main resource for all horticulture questions from customers and staff, via phone, mail and email. Ensures quality for Dutch Gardens products, produces live goods reference materials, organizes/conducts training for staff and more! REQ: Confident gardener with B.S. in Horticulture or demonstrated life-equivalent knowledge; professional writing experience; excellent speaker/communicator; Excel spreadsheet experience. Shift is Mon-Fri, daytime hours. Code: “Hort”
Now in our 21st year of business, we’re employee-owned & proud of our commitment to working hard AND having fun, our excellent benefits (medical, dental, 3 weeks vacation to start, profit sharing, stock ownership) & competitive salaries.
Interested? Please email your resumé/cover letter to: jobs@gardeners.com; include the job’s “code” in email subject line. deners.com,
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THERAPY POSITIONS North Country Health System, an expanding regional hospital in beautiful northern Vermont, has immediate full-time openings for a Physical Therapist, an Occupational Therapist, and a Speech Language Pathologist. NCH’s Rehabilitation Department is progressive and diverse; serving outpatients, inpatients, skilled nursing homes, schools and industrial services.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Requires graduation from an accredited PT Program and Vermont license. Must have excellent assessment skills and hands-on therapeutic competence in all aspects of physical therapy.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: Must be well versed in all aspects of Occupational Therapy, be a graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy program, be Vermont-licensed, and demonstrate good clinical skills with all age groups.
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST: Must have proven ability in dysphagia management, cognitive rehabilitation, voice therapy, and general speech and language intervention. Vermont licensure, ASHA certification/Certificate of Clinical Competence, and M.S./M.A. required.
All positions offer competitive salary and excellent benefit package. Please send resumé and written authorization to check references to:
Mike Simpson, Human Resources North Country Health System 189 Prouty Drive Newport, Vermont 05855 (802) 334-3218, or Fax: (802) 334-3510 Email: msimpson@nchsi.org
Cosmetologists! Do you want to be creative, work with a great team, make a difference and have fun? Are you ready to challenge yourself and be part of a positive community and growing business? If you’ve answered yes, Stephen & Burns may be the place for you. We are opening our new Aveda Lifestyle Spa & Salon on the Church Street Marketplace and are now hiring licensed cosmetologists to be a part of our new location. We offer family-friendly schedules, team-based pay, continuing professional education, paid vacation, 401K and a positive work environment. We offer ongoing training programs, so please feel free to apply even if you have been out of the field for a period of time – we’re looking for the right people, not just the right talent. If you want to be a part of an exceptional team, work with great clients and a wonderful downtown community, please email, fax or mail your resumé to: Stephen & Burns Attn: Human Resources 29 Church Street Burlington, VT 05401 Fax: (802) 860-1970 g r e a t j o b @ s t e p h e n a n d b u r n s . c o m • w w w. s t e p h e n a n d b u r n s . c o m
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A fun, exciting and growing children’s apparel business located in Central Vermont is in need of filling the following positions:
PART-TIME RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE Motivated self-starters with preferred previous retail experience are needed to work in our charming Outlet Store in Montpelier. We are looking for individuals who have an eye for fashion and a love for children. Must be hands-on, well-organized and reliable.
DISTRIBUTION WORKER Motivated self-starter to work in our East Montpelier Distribution Center. Duties include picking, packing, receiving and inspection of product. Candidate must be accurate, well organized and reliable. This is a full-time year-round position and offers excellent benefits. Both positions offer a competitive wage based upon experience. If you are interested in joining our team, SEND A LETTER OF INTEREST AND/OR RESUME´ to: Zutano, Inc., Attn: Kris 1785 Coits Pond Rd. Cabot, VT 05647 or email us at kris@zutano.com
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SEVEN DAYS Project Sales Engineer New England Air Systems, Inc. is a privately owned, full-service mechanical contractor serving Vermont, New Hampshire, and upstate New York. We are currently seeking to fill the position of Project Sales Engineer for our Williston, Vermont, office. This position will generally provide HVAC, sheet metal, and plumbing engineering, design and sales services for company construction projects. This position is a combination of mechanical design-build engineer and design-build sales person. The position requires significant demonstrated experience in mechanical design-build Engineering, Design, and Construction of full HVAC (hydronic and sheet metal), Building Controls, Medical Gas, and Plumbing systems. Required Education and License: BS Mechanical Engineering, State of Vermont Professional Engineering License. (Applicant must be able to get a Vermont License within 6 months of hire.) We offer an industry leading wage and excellent benefit package, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer contribution, paid vacation, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid training and the opportunity for growth and advancement.
Send your resumĂŠ to: P.O. Box 525 Williston, Vermont 05495 fax to 802-864-3904 or contact us at 802-864-3800 We are accepting applications until October 1, 2004. New England Air Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Since 1977, Burton Snowboards has been driven to create the best snowboarding equipment in the world. We believe in a strong work ethic and are committed to working as a team to achieve our goals and can truly say this is appreciated by everyone in the company.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE REPRESENTATIVE The North American Accounts Payable Department needs a selfdirected, fast-learning individual to work closely with our vendors ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments. Additional duties include employee reimbursements, intercompany transactions with foreign affiliates, balancing inventory good receipt accounts, reporting and filing. In order to accomplish the aforementioned tasks, an individual must possess strong communication and computer skills with accounting software experience preferred. Qualified candidates will have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, and/or two years experience in an accounting environment preferably with a background in payables. To apply - send cover letter and resumÊ to
jobs@burton.com. Burton offers competitive salaries and benefits; including health and welfare, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending plans, paid vacation, great product discounts, and health-club reimbursement, all in a fun and casual atmosphere.
PRODUCTION OPENINGS We are seeking hands-on, detail-oriented technicians to join our dynamic team in the following departments:
Electronics
Tower Production
This individual will build and test wind sensors and microprocessor-based wind data loggers. Soldering skills and ability to follow written directions required. Proficiency with test equipment and PCs is expected.
Duties for this position include assembly and production of tower components. Ability to lift heavy objects and operate machinery required. This position also provides backup for the shipping department.
A two-year degree in a related field is preferred for both positions, and a strong mechanical aptitude and demanding work ethic are essential. NRG is the world leader in wind assessment technology. Our systems can be found in more than 100 countries. The future is bright for this flourishing $8 billion industry. We offer a total compensation package that includes monthly cash profit sharing and comprehensive benefits (401k retirement plan, cafeteria plan and more). Submit your resume and salary history to Human Resources, NRG Systems, Inc., P.O. Box 509, Hinesburg, VT 05461 or email us at hr@nrgsystems.com. Learn more at www.nrgsystems.com. No calls please.
Global leaders in wind assessment technology
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EMPLOYMENT Electrician Needed with commercial and residential experience. Please call Joel.
(802) 527-7403 or (802) 343-1267
Attention College Students! Need a part-time job and want to make a difference? Substitute positions available in a variety of child-care settings. Gain valuable experience, earn extra income and touch the life of a child. Opportunities for training and certification available. Send resumé and cover letter to: Michelle Parent, 181 Commerce St., Williston, VT 05495.
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EXCITING SERVICE OPPORTUNITY WITH NATIONAL LEADER IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING! The Burlington Community Land Trust’s HomeOwnership Centers have two AMERICORPS positions available. Homeowner Services Representative (Burlington) and Education and Outreach Coordinator (St. Albans). These 11-month positions require a BA or related work experience, proficient computer and writing skills, clean driving record with access to a vehicle, basic math skills and a strong interest in providing service to the community. Experience in housing, real estate, or banking is a plus. Benefits include an $11,611 stipend, $4725 educational award, health insurance and child care if state-eligible. Call BCLT at 862-6244 for an application packet or visit www.vhcb.org and click on AMERICORPS for more info. EOE.
World-leading technology team, incredible office space, benefits galore and ski passes, exciting work environment, talented colleagues and more! Burlington-based Dealer.com has opportunities on our Support team. Candidates interested in Support positions MUST have recent, relevant customer service experience. A solid understanding of HTML and basic graphic work are necessary. Extraordinary communication and problem-solving skills are key to these positions. Experience of at least 3 years is required for this position. Related automotive industry experience is a plus! If you thrive in a challenging, fast-paced workplace, please email your resumé to:
careers@dealer.com
MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE Floor Crew Custodian: Middlebury College is seeking applicants for the position of Custodial Floor Crew. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. Buff the floors on a routine cycle and periodically scrub, strip and apply coats of seal. No formal education or training is required; high school education is preferred. Custodial experience and floor buffing experience preferred. Knowledge of cleaning techniques, products and equipment desired. Valid VT driver’s license required. Must be willing to work overtime occasionally.
For information on how to apply, please visit our website at www.middlebury.edu or call our 24-hour Job Line: (802) 443-5011. Middlebury College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged.
Restaurant Manager Restaurant Servers Banquet Set-up Banquet Servers Front Desk Agents (full-time)
Night Auditor (full-time)
Room Attendants (full-time & part-time) Great benefits! Send application or apply in person to: Human Resources 870 Williston Road S. Burlington, VT 05403 Email: burlingtonvt.hr@sheraton.com Fax: (802) 865-6671 Equal Opportunity Employer
CHITTENDEN SOUTH SUPERVISORY UNION 2004-2005 Non-Licensed Openings Champlain Valley Union High School Custodians – CVU is seeking 2nd shift custodians. Hours: 3:00 11:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Summer hours: days 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Call 482-7177 for info or pick up application at the CVU Office, 369 CVU Road, Hinesburg, VT 05461. Paraeducators – Come join our team working directly with students. Several paraeducator positions are available for the school year. Experience is preferred; however, we will provide training for all positions. Strong academic skills required. Some benefits provided. Please send a resumé, letter of interest and three references to Wendy Wells, Administrative Assistant, 369 CVU Road, Hinesburg, VT 05461. General Cafeteria Worker – Champlain Valley Union High School has an opening for a general cafeteria worker. Please send resumé and references to Champlain Valley Union High School, 369 CVU Road, Hinesburg, VT 05461. Cafeteria Manager – Champlain Valley Union High School has an immediate opening for a Cafeteria Manager. Responsibilities include menu development, purchasing, supervision and hiring of staff for a high school of 1,350 students. Candidates should have superior communication skills, background in nutrition, understanding of Winsnap software and basic accounting. 190 work days to align with the school calendar. Salary and benefits negotiable. Please apply online to www.schoolspring.com. Position will remain open until appropriate candidate is found. Questions, please call 482-7100. Chittenden South Supervisory Union Substitute Bus Drivers – In need of sub drivers. Starting pay $10.50/hour. Call Ken Martin at 482-7120. Hinesburg Community School Title One Tutor, Long-term Substitute – Immediate opening for this fall semester. Apply online to www.schoolspring.com. Questions? Please call Donna Hale at 482-2106. Shelburne Community School Custodian – Immediate opening for a Temporary Night Shift Custodial position (3-11 p.m.). Must be willing to work with a team of custodians. Please contact John Bossange at 985-3331. Paraeducator – Shelburne Community School is looking for an energetic individual to play and teach a loving and outgoing 11year-old girl with autism. This program is run in the home Monday-Friday. Considerable support and training are provided. No experience necessary. Send a resumé and three letters of reference to Scott Orselet, 345 Harbor Road, Shelburne, VT 05482. Please call Patty Spagnolo at 383-1132 for more information. Williston School District Fiscal Services Assistant – Immediate opening, 6 hours a day, fullyear position. Job divided between Fiscal Service and Administration. Questions? Call 878-2762. School Health Services Professional/Nurse – Immediate opening at Allen Brook School. This position is for the school year starting now. School day, 6 hours a day, 189 days. Qualifications: 1) current Vermont license: RN or LPN with appropriate experience; 2) CPR certification required; 3) Community/Family-centered experience preferred. For the Fiscal Service Assistant and Health Services Professional, please apply online to www.schoolspring.com or mail a resumé and references to Williston Central School, Attn: Cid Gause, 195 Central School Drive, Williston, VT 05495.
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7D CLASSIFIEDEMPLOYMENT PART-TIME LEAD TEACHER
OFFICE MANAGER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Children’s Growth Company in Brandon is seeking a part-time lead teacher for a licensed child-care center for our school-age program. Must be able to provide nurturing environment for children ages 5-8. Experience and a BA or Associate’s in Education or related field required. Come join our team, send resumé to:
needed for small architectural firm/furniture gallery in beautiful Stowe village. Flexibility, self-motivation, strong organizational skills, basic accounting knowledge, ability to work independently, and proficiency with MS Office suite, QuickBooks, and Macintosh are required. Project and personal support in addition to general duties. Diverse work with flexible hours. Send resumé with cover letter to:
CHILDREN’S GROWTH COMPANY ATTN: MADELINE DENIS PO BOX 399 BRANDON, VT 05733
DISPATCHERS NEEDED
Due to the growth and expansion of our Dispatch Department, we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team. We currently have positions available in our South Burlington, VT office.
~ Schedules Vary ~
GKW WORKING DESIGN • PO BOX 1214 • STOWE, VT 05672
Route Sales Driver get to work
Dispatchers play a key role in the Communication and Coordination of Services with our Technical Field Employees, Customer Service and Subscribers. Qualified applicants must be able to excel in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. Looking for individuals with data entry, telephone, mobile radio and customer service skills.
~ High School Diploma Required ~
We offer an excellent benefits package and an opportunity to advance. Successful applicants must pass a drug test and criminal background check. For consideration, please forward resume by September 17 to:
CDL preferred. Must be professional, have great customer-service skills and clean driving record.
Human Resources, Code BTDP
Ple ase cont act Nata lie at 862-6500
43 Adelphia Drive • S. Burlington, VT 05403 Fax: 802-419-6608 Email: Tracy.Jordan@adelphia.com " Adelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer "
Maple Leaf Farm Associates, Inc., an in-patient substance-abuse rehabilitation facility needs a
COOK for a 33-bed residential facility. Weekend cook (breakfast/lunch), experience preferred, will train the right person. Starting pay w/diff. $12.98/hour. Please contact: Ian Kelley Food Service Director, Maple Leaf Farm Associates, Inc. Phone: 802-899-2911 ext. 215 Email: iank@mapleleaf.org For more information visit our website at www.mapleleaf.org. EOE — United Way Member Agency
PREP COOKS Full/part-time, benefits, flexible hours up to $12 per hour with experience. Please apply in person.
1184 Shelburne Road South Burlington
Northeastern Family Institute
Community Inclusion Facilitator We are seeking a highly motivated individual interested in joining our person-centered team, developing positive relationships and supporting individuals in achieving their goals and dreams. CVS will provide trainings, benefits and ongoing supports.Various part-time and per diem shifts available. Great opportunity for individuals first entering the field of human services or for those looking to further their experience.
NFI-VT, an expanding statewide mental health treatment system for children, adolescents and families, is seeking…
Supported Employment/ Education Assistant
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS Seeking counselors to work at our Group Home program. Work with a talented team in a fastpaced environment. Experience working with children with emotional and behavioral challenges desired. Responsibilities include counseling youth, ADL (activity, daily learning), hygiene & living skills, and assist in treatment and discharge planning. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary.
The Supported Employment/Education Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to consumers and the SE Coordinator, including job/volunteer development, skills assessment and training, and leadership of the Advocacy Group and Career Club. This is part-time position.
Shared Living Provider Opportunities
Come join the creative, dynamic team at NFI. Call Jaime Wark today at 658-3924 Ext 624 or email your resumé to: jlwark@earthlink.net.
Champlain Vocational Services is searching for a Home Care Provider to support a young man and to help him achieve independence in his life.This position requires patience, a commitment to equality, and a sense of humor. Experience with personal care a plus.
EOE
Bus Drivers: If you enjoy working with the public and always being on the go, join our front line! CCTA is looking for full-time, CDL-licensed drivers (including Passenger Endorsement) with excellent customer service skills, a great driving record and a positive team attitude. Don’t miss your chance to make $12.50 per hour and more than $32,000 after your first year!
CCTA offers excellent wages and full time employees receive a full benefits package. Applications are available online at www.cctaride.org or call 864-CCTA. Please fax resume, cover letter C • C • T • A and application to (802) 864-5564 or e-mail to CHITTENDEN COUNTY humanresources@cctaride.org. EOE. TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
We are also seeking a non-smoking, active individual or couple interested in sharing their home with a young, energetic woman who would like to transition to adulthood. If you are interested in joining our person-centered team, developing positive relationships, and supporting this individual in achieving her goals and dreams, we encourage you to apply.
“I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.”
Thomas Jefferson
CVS will provide a generous tax-free stipend, a comprehensive training package, and ongoing supports. Experience working in the field of developmental disabilities preferred. Please send your letter of interest and resumé to:
staff@cvsvt.org
655-0511
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EMPLOYMENT Highway Division Chief Supervisory position responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Town’s highway network. Salary range: mid to high $40s, depending on qualifications. Complete job description and application form may be obtained online at: www.middlebury.govoffice.com or by calling (802) 388-8107.
EOE
PART-TIME BARBER/STYLIST WASHINGTON COUNTY
Busy men’s salon needs a part-time barber/stylist. We offer $10 per hour guaranteed or 50% commission, whichever is higher. Call today to set up a confidential interview.
M E N TA L H E A LT H
HOME PROVIDER: Looking for someone to provide full-time support for an older gentleman who loves country rides, conversation and going for ice cream. Generous stipend provided. Call Deb Bean at (802) 223-6328 for an interview.
(802) 598-7133
THE TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
employment@sevendaysvt.com • employment@sevendaysvt.com 3 Seasonal Positions
• Customer Service Rep • Pro Sales Rep • Marketing Assistant
We are seeking candidates for 3 seasonal positions: a customer service rep, a pro sales rep and a marketing assistant. These positions will provide the primary contact for dealers, pros and consumers respectively. Additionally, these positions provide telephone, mail and e-mail responses to individual questions, product needs and order requests.
Qualifications include: knowledge of skiing and ski products, excellent written and oral communication skills and solid abilities with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
Cool Warehouse is seeking seasonal part/full-time people. Email inquires to: coolmailorder@yahoo.com Or call (802) 651-0675 between 10am-5pm Monday-Friday. Please leave daytime phone number.
Are you tired of not getting recognized for your outstanding attitude? Join the team that cares about you!
Essex Location Needs
Waitstaff • Cooks Drivers Apply in person: 1 David Drive, Essex, VT
South Burlington Location Needs
Waitstaff • Cooks Drivers Apply in person 764 Shelburne Road, South Burlington Full & part-time benefits, flexible schedule. Always seeking entry-level managers. EOE
Northeastern Family Institute NFI-VT, an expanding statewide mental health treatment system for children, adolescents and families, is seeking…
COMMUNITY SKILLS WORKER Community Based Services have full-time and part-time openings for energetic people to join our dynamic team. Responsibilities include one-on-one and therapeutic group activities with youth in their homes and in the community, participating as a member of client treatment teams, and supporting young people to be safe, respectful and responsible members of their communities. Strong communication skills and ability to set limits required. Must be a team player and be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Previous work with children with emotional/ behavioral challenges desired.
Now hiring full and part-time SERVERS. Please fill out an application in person at 4 Park Street, Essex Junction. No phone calls please.
PART-TIME BAKER Experience preferred. Early morning, 5 am1 pm, 3 to 4 days/week. Good pay, generous store discounts and free lunch. Call Karyl at 985-2000 or apply in person, across from Shelburne Museum.
EOE
244-0966 or randy@redhenbaking.com.
For home-cooked noon meal with planned menu, 30 to 40 people, out by 2:00 p.m. Call 985-2472 for job description and application.
BACK-ROOM CLERK Looking for extra hours? Reliable, motivated, mature individual for back-room clerk position. Evening and weekend hours a must! Apply in person at:
Harrington’s 5597 Shelburne Road, Shelburne
Kerry’s Kwik Stop, 249 St. Paul St. Burlington, VT 05401
Work Stink? Stop Sniveling!!
United Way of Chittenden County
aChange your situation. aMake more money while helping area businesses grow. aHave fun in a creative environment. aWork for a company that loves its employees. Radio experience desired. Sales experience required. • We’ll train you – and support you every step of the way. • Sell radio advertising for the Champlain Radio Stations. •
United Way Volunteer Center AmeriCorps*VISTA Position Marketing & Outreach Are you interested in: • Using your creativity & enthusiasam • Learning about the nonprofit world • Making a difference in your community If yes, then we want you for marketing and outreach to recruit volunteers from diverse populations throughout Chittenden County. The ideal candidate should have: • Ability to work well in a team • Comfort with group presentations • Good verbal & written skills • Basic computer skills
Call Jack: 863-1010 or Fax your resumé to 860-4721.
Please submit cover letter and resumé to:
Kim Nolan, Program Director, NFI Vermont 30 Airport Road • South Burlington, VT 05403 or email kimnolan@nafi.com
We have an opening for a baking shift without typical “baker’s hours.” If you enjoy hard, physical work and appreciate the satisfaction of making good food, we have a full-time job for you. We offer competitive wages and good benefits. Contact Randy at Red Hen (Waterbury)
Weekend Cook
These are six-month seasonal positions beginning in September and October. We offer a professional, fun and casual-dress work environment.
To apply: send resume and cover letter to jobs@rossignol.com or attn: HR, P.O. Box 298, Williston, VT 05495
BREAD BAKER
EOE
One-year AmeriCorps*VISTA position begins November 1st. Benefits include a $9500/year living allowance, basic health-care coverage and a $4725 education award. Submit a resumé, letter of interest and two references by Wednesday, Sept. 22 to: Holly Reed United Way of Chittenden County 95 St. Paul Street, Suite 210 Burlington, VT 05401 (802) 860-1677 holly@unitedwaycc.org Learn more about United Way at www.unitedwaycc.org
UWCC is an equal opportunity employer
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EMPLOYMENT Northeastern Family Institute
Physician Needed
NFI-VT, an expanding statewide mental health treatment system for children, adolescents and families, is seeking…
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE COORDINATOR Northeastern Family Institute, an expanding statewide mental health treatment system for children, adolescents and families, is seeking a multitasked, self-directed, detailoriented, accounts receivable coordinator to provide Medicaid and third party billing, contract invoicing, cash receipts entry and month-end functions. Requirements include knowledge of medical and contract billing, general accounting, computerized billing and Excel software applications. Send cover letter, resumé and salary requirements to:
• Immediate opening available for a full-time physician in Urgent Care/OccMed facility. • Must be board certified with FP/ER experience and current Vermont License.
• Must be a Vermont licensed Cosmetologist or a student in Cosmetology School • Training in men’s grooming available • Part-time or full-time hours available • No clientele needed • Free parking and waterfront location • Vacation benefits • Health insurance • Starting pay $14/hour and/or commission
• Full benefits package, competitive salary. • Enjoy your life again: no on-call, no weekends, no hospital call, flexible schedule. Fax CV to 865-3626 Attn: Dr. Fitzgerald Email to: T.Fitzgerald@CVUrgentCare.com
bobbiedavis@nafi.com or Bobbie Davis 30 Airport Road South Burlington, VT 05403
Front desk Help also needed. Part-time hours available.
Deadline is September 15th. EOE
Human Resources Generalist
Coaching Vacancy
ESSEX H IGH S CHOOL We are now accepting applications for the following coaching positions for the 200405 school year:
Assistant Coach Alpine Ski Program Pays $1926/winter season
Provide administrative support for the Human Resource Department – employee benefits, tracking and reporting, database and file maintenance.
Please Call Penny at (802) 598-4378 for more information or send a resumé to:
Requirements: Minimum 1-2 year of experience in Human Resources/Payroll. Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with applicants, employees, and management. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office. This position requires a well-organized individual who is able to work well under pressure and work in a multitasking environment with flexibility and a positive attitude.
Gentleman’s Top Option 86 Lake Street Burlington, VT 05401
Stowe offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical/dental coverage, 401k, stock purchase plan, disability & life insurance, paid vacation, and great recreational benefits. Some weekend work required during the winter months.
Please send resumé and letter of interest to:
For additional information and to apply, please visit our website at www.ejhs.k12.vt.us (click on Job Opportunities).
EOE
Stowe Mountain Resort 5781 Mountain Road Stowe, VT 05672 253-3540 or fax 253-3544 jobs@stowe.com
“If you tell the boss you were late for work because you had a flat tire, the next morning you will have a flat tire.” - Cannon’s Law
Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program A program of Immigration and Refugee Services of America Job Openings Employment Counselor Provide employment assistance to refugees including first job placements, job upgrades and job readiness training. Cultivate relationships with employers and state agencies to promote and secure hiring and training opportunities for new arrivals. Prior experience with social service provision, refugees, and interpreting preferred. Ability to multitask and work in fast-paced environment is essential. Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and personal transportation required. Preference will be given to bilingual candidates (French, Somali, Swahili) F/T, excellent benefits.
Refugee Youth Project Facilitator Bilingual, bi-cultural Facilitator for work with area refugee youth. Position requires bilingual, bi-cultural background with either: • French, Somali, Swahili, or Dinka language • 12 hours/week in Chittenden County • Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and personal transportation required.
Administrative Assistant Provide administrative support to staff of VRRP. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, proficiency with word processing and database programs, ability to multitask essential. Understanding of nonprofit sector work and bilingual a plus. F/T, excellent benefits.
Americorps*VISTA Two positions, Family Literacy and Immigrant Employment. Twelve-month positions, stipend, education award, health benefits & diverse training opportunities while serving and learning in Chittenden County. Please send resumé and letter of interest to:
Stacie Blake, VRRP Director 462 Hegeman Avenue, Suite 101 Colchester, VT 05446 no later than September 17, 2004.
with disadvantaged youth between the ages of 16-24
DORM MONITORS Overnights Sunday - Thursday
RECREATION SPECIALIST (Part-time & full-time) 2nd shift week nights & weekend days.
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT Monday - Friday
BUSINESS IT VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR Monday - Friday Certification in IT field required.
SECURITY OFFICER 2nd shift and weekends.
CASE MANAGER Certification in Psychology required.
P/T HEALTH OCCUPATIONS INSTRUCTOR VT RN license required. Top pay! Great Benefits and Compensation • 100% Tuition Reimbursement Northlands Job Corps/CSD is an equal opportunity provider
For information contact:
Human Resources 100 A MacDonough Drive Vergennes, VT 05491 802-877-0159 stoddj@jcdc.jobcorps.org