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CYNICISM OR ACTION? T h i s letter is in response to Peter Kurth's article, "Pop a n d Circumstance" [December 29, 1997]. W h i l e full of h i p angst a n d anger, cynicism a n d disgust, this article sorely misses the m a r k w h e n it c o m e s to w h a t I see a r o u n d m e these days. M r . K u r t h , you are f u n n y a n d timely, a n d just w h a t t h e d o c t o r ordered for every pissed-off person w h o needs to believe that it's all h a p p e n i n g to us, this ridiculousness in w h i c h w e all live. T h a n k s for sharing a b o u t h o w you " o p e n e d t h e p a p e r t h e o t h e r day a n d saw t h a t a n o t h e r fat c o m e d i a n h a d d i e d . " " N o big deal," y o u c o n t i n u e d o n , "the obese keel over all t h e t i m e . " You go o n to b l a m e t h e m e d i a for m a k i n g c o m p a r i s o n s to J o h n Belushi a n d J o h n C a n d y . Well, yeah, m a n . . . t h e m e d i a is o u t of h a n d , b u t so are we. It s a d d e n s m e i m m e n s e l y to read a b o u t y o u r issues w i t h t h e "usual blather a b o u t darkness a n d d e m o n s a m o n g H o l l y w o o d stars." C h r i s Farley is dead. He's n o t t h e f u n n y fat b o y a n y m o r e . He's just dead. Darkness, d e m o n s a n d all, I imagine. It's hard to feel in this w o r l d s o m e t i m e s , isn't it? We're far o f f course. I hear y o u r cynicism, a n d I'll bet that you have a t h i n g or t w o in c o m m o n with t h e "fat c o m e d i a n . " You are a d m i t t e d l y a cynic, a n d I appreciate y o u r honesty. Truly. B u t you are t h e media, M r . K u r t h . You are n o t e x e m p t . N o b o d y is. W h i l e cynicism can m a k e for a f u n - p a c k e d article sprinkled w i t h s o m e t r u t h a n d insight, I f o u n d yours to be incredibly contradictory. ,_ > T ' m ' s d r r y t h a t y o u "nfever i n t e n d e d t o b e a c o m m o n scold at 4 4 , " a n d tKat y o u believe "the times d e m a n d " that y o u be. I'm alive, I live in these times a n d I don't d e m a n d this at all. I s u p p o s e if I were to s u m m a r i z e w h a t t h e times d e m a n d , it w o u l d be less cynicism a n d m o r e action. We are the media. A n d p e r h a p s it is this b r a n d of cynicism, a n d t h e flippancy that a c c o m p a n i e s it, that keeps us f r o m l o o k i n g in instead of o u r there w h e r e t h e really screwed-up idiots continue to drag us down, man...right? Happy new year.

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SEXUAL IDENTITY IRRELEVANT E n o u g h , already. If Peter Freyne m u s t c o n t i n u e to gossip a b o u t Peggy L u h r s ["Backtrack," D e c e m b e r 29, 1997], at least h e c o u l d be t r u t h f u l . Peggy was n o t d u p e d w h e n she hired t h e D i r e c t o r of t h e B u r l i n g t o n W o m e n ' s C o u n c i l . S h o r t l y after h i r i n g t h e new director, Peggy told m e , in describing her, t h a t the n e w director was heterosexual. Peggy was n o t

w h a t did m a t t e r was her c o m m i t m e n t to w o m e n . Please n o t e that this obsession with sexual identity rises n o t f r o m lesbians, b u t f r o m heterosexuals. Lesbian feminists' only litmus test for collaboration with others a r o u n d feminist pursuits is a c o m m i t m e n t to w o m e n ; sexual identity is irrelevant. Unfortunately, straight w o m e n (and m e n ) s o m e t i m e s translate a lesbian's self-confidence into her need to w o r k only w i t h o t h e r lesbians. T h i s r e m i n d s m e of w h a t h a p p e n s to all feminists. W h e n we say we care a b o u t w o m e n o u r c o m m i t m e n t to w o m e n is someh o w translated i n t o hatred of m e n . Likewise, w h e n lesbians are c o m f o r t a b l e with w h o a n d w h a t we are, s o m e h o w this gets twisted into o u r d i s c o m f o r t with straight w o m e n . Interesting h o w those o n the historically powerless side of t h e e q u a t i o n suddenly get lots of power w h e n we act as if we matter.

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— Joy A. Livingston Hinesburg

PATRIOT'S PRIDE I was in t h e federal c o u r t r o o m o n D e c e m b e r 18 w h e n His H o n o r J u d g e Sessions interviewed each j u r o r f r o m t h e "Great H a s h i s h Trial." O n e juror testi-

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fied that J o h n Baker h a d told h i m t h a t h e himself h a d told t h e J u d g e t h e p e r t i n e n t i n f o r m a t i o n regarding his closeness to the c o - d e f e n d a n t s t h r o u g h his b r o t h e r B o b b y Baker, his inside i n f o r m a t i o n , t h e rest of story, a n d that t h e J u d g e said if that fact became a p r o b l e m d u r i n g t h e trial he'd "cross that bridge w h e n he c a m e to it." All of t h e m o n t h s of following this trial melted into a m o m e n t . In this m o m e n t , I could

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feel m y patriot's blood surge t h r o u g h m y body. In m y head I could hear the fifes a n d d r u m s as " T h e Battle H y m n of t h e Republic" played. T h e w o r d s "As h e died to m a k e m e n holy, Let us live to m a k e m e n

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damned to hell. What's more, it isn't intended to p separate you from the church; rather, it's a "media dure, meant to make you see the error of your ways. If in fact you do become reconciled later, you won't be rebaptized, just forgiven. In the eyes of the church, once a Catholic, always a Catholic. Irritating, I know, but as I say, this wasn't set up to accommodate you. There's also a practical p r o b l e m . You can't have your name stricken from the Catholic membership rolls, because there aren't any such rolls. Sure, some records may be kept at the parish level, and if you're the determined type I suppose you could get your name crossed off those. But the church mamtains no central registry. They figure God can keep track. Fine, you say, but I still want to get excommunicated. OK, let me get out my — whoops, Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft. Gotta get this library organized. Ah, here we are, the Codex Juris Canonici. As revised in 1983, there are nine grounds for excommunication: physical attack on the pope, 'Violating the sacred species," procuring an abortion, etc. — all a little drastic. Your best bet is "apostasy, heresy or schism," canon 1364. Probably the simplest thing is to join the Presbyterians. Voilh, latae sententiae (automatic) excommunication. But I think what you're after is an official pronouncement of excommunication (ferendae sententiae). Apparently the only / way to do this nowadays is to make a conspicuous pest of yourself. The ultraconservative French archbishop Marcel LeFebvre did this by consecrating bishops without authorization, which got him excommunicated in 1988. I f h e c o a g get himself formally kicked out, so can you, though it may require establishZ T ^ could g e t the Holy See S o cicUed off they'd dust off the old "book, bell and candle" ceremony j J K ^ ^bloodcurdling formula: "We separate him, together with his accomplices and abet, tors, from the precious body and blood of the Lord and from the society of all Christians; we exclude him from o u r ' mother the church in heaven and on earth ; we the ex fire until he re ro il and his ange P l return to Is of 1 shall recover V "So be it!," amendment and to whereupon the wh< mem the ^iuuiiu. ulcul to vy uiw ; —' me with this I'd nevir miss Sunday mass again. *1 m i i ^ ^ s i i i i i ^ ^ S M i i

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•BERNIE & HOWARD i Since out last meeting, Gov. Howard Dean | strategically withdrew from the national politi| cal spotlight. Once he saw the poll numbers on 1 his presidential shenanigans, Ho-Ho sounded a ® speedy retreat. Replacing him under the C N N ® television lights is Vermont's congressman — 1 Bernie Sanders. | It never made any of the top 10 lists for 1997, but Ol' I Bernardo's emergence on Capitol Hill as an effective and outspoken coalition builder was | the biggest unheralded political | story of '97. On Sunday, Bernie Sanders sat at the right hand of Jesse Jackson on CNN's "Both ~ Sides." Monday evening he was Ithe special guest on "Crossfire." | Finally! The topic — the con| troversial Asian bailout. Ol' I Bernardo is in the eye of the storm on this one. S "What we're seeing now," I said Sanders, "is the growth of | an international financial house | of cards which is extremely fragile. I have real doubts whether a i handful of people operating y I mostly in secrecy are going to be | able to run the world's economy | when we can't even solve the I problems of a small state." Bernie's been getting a lot of ® national and international press 1 lately. He did an interview with j the BBC on Tuesday, and he's due to appear on Frontline" next week on PBS. And how could we ignore his appearance Sunday on "wGOP...sorry../WCAX's "You Can Quote 1 Me." Not only did Marselis Parsons fail to lay f a glove On Sanders, the veteran news director ^ | hardly threw a punch. Parsons' best shot came 1 | at the very end when he charged that David Hale, noted economist and Vermont native, » had called Bernie "dangerous." 1 "I'm glad Mr. Hale thinks I'm dangerous," | replied Sanders. "Mr. Hale gets paid a lot of | money to protect large corporations and some I of the wealthiest people in the world. So if Mr. Hale thinks I'm dangerous, I must be doing 1 something right." I Also doing something right lately was | Howard Dean. The polls told him Vermonters | did not approve of the way he's been sneaking I around the country on Vermont time hustling his presidential star. Ho-Ho's no dummy, so he I masterfully planted a front-page story in the | state's largest papers the Sunday before the legis| lature returned to Montpeculiar. Brilliant! I According to Dean, he changed his mind * because his kids don't want him to run for the i White House in 2000. How sweet. How | charming. (Do you think it's the kids who keep | telling him the commuter rail project makes | sense?) Our media-sawy governor shopped the I story to a handful of chosen scribes. But he ran J into a little trouble at The Burlington Free Press. I Ho-Ho wanted Sue Allen to write it up. But | Sue's the editorial page writer. Instead Dean got | the one reporter he didn't want to deal with — I Jeff Good, the paper's capitol bureau chief and holder of a Pulitzer for editorial writing (from «his days in Florida). But Dean is not a Good 1 fan. Wouldn't talk to him. Jeff wrote the story, | anyway, using Dean's comments to the j Associated Press.

noticed a familiar Vermont face front and cen- 1 ter in an article describing how the opening of | the Chunnel has made France a weekend/second-home getaway for middle-class Britons. The photo is of a very smart and dandy Chunnel-riding "Brit" reading his Financial Times. Only he ain't no Brit. Burlington I Attorney Allen Martin, the GOP national com- j mitteeman, may have a "second home" in i Orford, New Hampshire, but we don't think he's got one in France! Allen told Inside Track Monday he'd already heard from his optician and his dentist about the photo. "I was actually not conscious of the picture being taken," he said. That's concentration for you. Media Notes — The latest Nielsen television news ratings are out and W P T Z continues to hold first place by a whisker in the five-county metro area. Ch 5 got a 40 percent share in the metro at 6 p.m. while Ch. 3 pulled a 39 share. At 11 p.m., Ch. 5 cleans up: 37-22. The results are a bit different, though, in the 12-county "DMA" that includes five more g Vermont counties and two from m New Hampshire. Ch. 3 wins at ® 6 p.m., 36-22, but Ch. 5 hangs | on to the lead at 11 p.m. | WVNY, our local ABC affiliate, j only pulled a 2 percent share at » 6 p.m. But Ch. 5 is about to lose i one of its biggest assets. After almost 13 years at | the anchor desk, Erin Clark is moving West. | Her last broadcast will be January 23. Destination— Salinas,£^iforniavwlu® i f l t ) " ' lilies .wjanci from M o i ^ i ^ ^ ^ p f l T j e replacing I Glint Eastwood's wife Dina Ruii at the KSBW- | TV anchor desk. Erin's moving because her hubbie Tom Burns has located his footwear company — Blend Footwear — in Carmel. Erin started out at WVNY-TV before making the switch to W P T Z in 1983. "After the last couple days," Clark told Inside Track, "California never looked so good." "It's the end of an era," said Ch. 5 News Director Stewart Ledbetter. He doesn't have a replacement lined up yet — a national search is underway — but he's got some talent in-house with Lori Rothman and Susan Post. (Word is Ms. Post's fill-in duties last week drew quite a favorable response from male viewers in particular. Hey, it ain't radio). A lot of folks noticed Debbie Bookchin's byl ine in the Freeps in last week's storm coverage. Debbie's a former Rutland Herald scribe who once served as Bernie Sanders' press secretary. Debbie tells Inside Track she's only at the Freeps "temporarily" as the paper's Web site edi- § tor. The Burlington Free Press plans a Web site in | the not too distant future, but don't plan on reading the newspaper on-line. And the location won't be www.bfp.com, either. That's a bondage/fetish Web site. Lisa Rathke has replaced Aaron Nathans at | the Associated Press bureau in Montpelier. Aaron landed a position at the A.P. bureau in Madison, Wisconsin. Lisa formerly wrote for Harrowsmith County Life magazine in Charlotte. She's a graduate of Colby College. And this Sunday, The Rutland Herald/Times Argus will become the second paper in Vermont to take on the story of convicted child sex offender Fred Hill, Vermont Public Radio's development director. It's written by James Bandler, who also authored the feature story in The Boston Globe Sunday Magazine. ®

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t was sometime at the beginning of November that I fell flat on my face on Church Street, pouring a cup of scalding hot coffee over some woman's shoes and opening a two-inch gash in my knee. I had tripped, ever so slightly, on one of the Marketplace's fake cobblestones, and found to my surprise that I couldn't get my balance. There was no ice, no rain slick, nothing to account for a spill so major or a fall so hard. I simply had no strength in my legs, and what ought to have been an easy save was, suddenly, impossible. The sensation of falling is

matter of minutes: "Peripheral neuropathy," a degenerative condition of the nerve endings, normally affecting the legs and arms and common to people with HIV. I knew what it was, of course, and I had reason to fear it. In the early years of the AIDS epidemic, when people were dropping like flies, I used to see hundreds of men, exdisco queens, scuttling around Greenwich Village like Maryland crabs, bent over canes and hopping as if they were walking on coals.

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Women's Health Center, every case is still a new experience for Cate Nicholas. As Director of Medical Services for the 25-year-old Burlington non-profit, Nicholas supervises contraception studies and trains other practitioners as well as

providing contraception, abortion and other gynecological care. "There's no generic patient," she asserts. "Each has her own MEDICINE WOMAN Cate Nicholas history and circumstances." In one day, Nicholas says, she might see three different came to the center for a routine women, each a married 35check-up. A year later, when a year-old with two children, fire destroyed V W H C ' s original each presenting the same pap Battery Street facility, Nicholas smear result. But one may have helped reconstruct the lost a friend who died of cervical filesf^hen cancer, one may be uninsured, fiWno$s&l to its current site <5it: and one may have, been sexually* North Avenue, she applied for issaulted. "If £ talk to a l f ^ f the job of lab technician. T h e them exactly the same way," * job interview felt like a disaster, Nicholas muses, "I will have she recalls. "Someone asked, missed it." 'Would you like to share your "It" is the essence of what feminist politics with us?' And I Nicholas calls "woman-censaid, 'No.' Then there was this tered" health care, an approach stunned silence." she first experienced in 1976, Despite her uncooperative when she moved to Vermont to study medical technology and

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response, Nicholas was offered the job. And as time passed, she took on increasing responsibilities at the center. In 1981, she became certified as a Physician's Assistant. And nine years later, when the organization moved from a pure collective to a team management model, the same senior staff members who'd originally trained her asked Nicholas to act as their supervisor. For eight years, Nicholas and Rachel Atkins have codirected the center. As Executive Director, Atkins han-

dles the center's financial, political and other administrative decisions. Nicholas is responsible for medical protocol. "We shine in different areas, and play to each others' ? strengtHs,* says Nicholas. ~ 7 Today, when asked to define her "feminist politics," Nicholas says she considers herself less a feminist than a humanist. "It's about giving people information, choice and respect," she explains, adding that these priorities represent a "radical departure" from standard med-

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BRIT LICKS The last time the BBC came our way, it was...well, gee, who can remember? Anyway, the blokes are back, shooting a documentary on American ice cream and, naturally, Ben & Jerry's gets its share. Turns out, when the networks Simon Dixon was investigating B&J s legendary crusade against Pillsbury, they discovered pianist Don Rose, who used to entertain the legions in line at the original ice cream parlor/gas station at College and St. Paul (they paved paradise...). So, logically enough, I suppose, the BBC is going to film Rose right across the street at Vermont Pub & Brewery, next Thursday, January 22. The man tickles the

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STEVE GOLDBERG TRIO (jazz), Leunig's, 8:30 p.m. NC. SETHYACOYONE BLUES BAND, Nectar s, 9:30 p.m. NC. CHECK BEHIND THAT ZIPPER W/DAVID ABAIR, PAUL BEAUDIN & KENNY C. (lounge), Red Square Bar & Grill, 8:30 p.m. NC. STACY STARKWEATHER & JAMES HARVEY (Frank Sinatra music), R.S.V.P., 6:30 p.m. N C . SPILL, BOYPIE, J U M P I N G UGLY ( modern rock), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. $3. B A R B A C O A , HELICOPTER, 3 % (surf, freak-rock; Quentin Tarantino night), Club Toast, 9:30 p.m. $2/4. DAVID K A M M (altacoustic), Manhattan Pizza, 10 p.m. N C . K A R A O K E , J.P. s

Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Cheers, 9 p.m. NC. SWING SHIFT (blues/jazz/swing), Good Times Cafe, Hinesburg,

7:30 p.m. NC. BETTY ST. LAVEAU 4 FRIENDS (torch), Charlie-os, Montpelier, 9 p.m. N C . ARTFUL DODGER (rock), Gallaghers, Waitsfield, 9 p.m. N C . ^ ^

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BIG JOE BURREL & FRIENDS (blues-jazz), Halvorsons, 8:30 p.m.

$2. JERRY LAVENE & FRIEND (jazz) Leunig's, 8:30 p.m. NC. DAVE KELLER BLUES BAND, Nectar's, 9:30 p.m. NC. FUNKS G (funk), Manhattan Pizza, 10 p.m. NC. CONSTRUCTION JOE, EMILY ROCK

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G R O U P (alt-rock), Club Toast, 9:30 p.m. $3/5. S M O K I N ' G R A S S , BEN SWIFT (bluegrass), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. $3. D . J A R V I S

(orig. acoustic), J.P. s Pub, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE W/D. DAVIS,

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Cactus Cafe, 9 p.m. N C . RIGHT IDEA (blues-rock), Vermont

Pub & Brewery, 10 p.m. NC. SAND BLIZZARD (alt-rock acoustic), Trackside Tavern, Winooski, 9 p.m. N C .

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(DJ Norm Blanchard), Cheers, 9 p.m. N C . TNT (DJ & karaoke), "ITiirsty Turtle, Waterbury, 9 p.m. N C . M A R K L E G R A M ) (progressive country), Thrush Tavern, Montpelier,

7:30 p.m. NC. TAMMY FLETCHER & THE DISCIPLES (blues, soul), Rusty Nail, Stowe, 8:30 p.m. $5. O P B I MIKE, Gallaghers, Waitsfield, 8:30 p.m. N C . by '

FRIDAY

LIVE JAZZ, Windjammer, 5 p.m. NC. PERRY NUNN (acoustic), Ruben James, 5 p.m. N C , followed by D J NIGHT, 9 p.m. N C . BOOTLESS & U N H O R S E D (Irish), Last Chance, 7:30 p.m. N C . S A M

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C H A M P L A I N B A N D (contra dance w/caller Rachel Nevitt), Champlain Club, 8 p.m. $5. CURRENTLY N A M R E S S (groove rock), Manhattan Pizza, 10 p.m. N G AERIUS (DJ Craig

Mitchell), 135 Pearl, 9 p.m. $5. CHIN HO!, THE ELEVATOR DROPS, SLOW NOTE FIZZ (modern rock), Club Toast, 9:30 p.m. $5. • KNIGHT FEVER (disco party), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. $5. B L 0 0 Z 0 T 0 M Y (jump blues), Nectars, 9:30 p.m. N C . W H I S K Y BEFORE BREAKFAST (Celtic), Vermont Pub & Brewery, 10 p.m.

NC. MARK BRISSON & THE THIRD ESTATE (rock), Alley Cats. 9:30 p.m. N C . COMEDY Z O N E (stand-up), Radisson Hotel, 8 & 10

p.m. $7. ABAIR BROS, (rock), Franny O's, 9:30 p.m. NC. DANCE PARTY (DJ N o r m Blanchard), Cheers, 9 p.m. N C . A D A M S & EVE (rock), Patches Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC.

WALT &M0RE & All THAT JAZZ, Tuckaways, Sheraton Hotel, 9 p.m. NC. S M O K I N ' G U N (rock), Trackside Tavern. Winooski, 9 p.m. $2. E M P T Y POCKETS (rock). Edgewater Pub, Colchester, 9 p.m. NC. D A N C I N ' DEAN (country dance & instruction), Cobbweb, Milton, 7:30 p.m. $5. TOM CLEARY (jazz/ragtime piano), Diamond Jim's Grille, St. Albans, 7:30 p.m. NC. 8 0 8 4 (rock), Thirsty Turtle, Waterbury, 9 p.m. $2. PLATFORM SOUL (8-piece band; 7 0 s disco party), Rusty Nail, Stowe, 8:30 p.m. $5. RICK COLE (acoustic), Three Mountain Lodge,

Jeffersonville, 6 p.m. NC. SALAD DAYS (pop-rock), Gallaghers, Waitsfield, 9:30 p.m. $4. V I P E R H O U S E (acid jazz), Mad Mountain Tavern, Waitsfield, 9 p.m. $4. DAVE KB.LER

BUJES BAND, Charlie-os, Montpelier. 10 p.m. NC. EAST COAST MUSCLE (blues-rock), Rude Dog Tavern, Vergennes, 9 p.m. NC. ^ ^

SATURDAY

JAMES HARVEY BAND (jazz), Red Square Bar & Grill, 8:30 p.m. NC. MONKEYS WITH CARKEYS (rock duo), Cactus Cafe, 9:30 p.m. N C . BOOTLESS & U N H O R S E D (Irish), Last Chance, 7:30

p.m. NC. LARA & GREG NOBLE (folk), Burlington Coffeehouse at Rhombus Gallery, 8 p.m. $6. W I L B U R ' S D O G (rock),

Nectar's, 9:30 p.m. NC. LITTLE MARTIN (DJ), 135 Pearl, 9 p.m. $4/5. R A C H a B1SSEX (contemporary folk; C D release party), Sweetwaters, 8:30 p.m. N C . D J NIGHT, Ruben James,

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Club Toast, 9:30 p.m. $3/5. STEPH PAPPAS (blues-rock), Manhattan Pizza, 10 p.m. N C . RETRONOME (DJ Craig Mitchell), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. N C . THE CHAMELEONS (Latin/jazz/r&b), Vermont Pub & Brewery, 10 p.m. N C . COMEDY ZONE (stand-up), Radisson Hotel, 8 & 10 p.m. $7. KARAOKE, Franny O's, 9:30 p.m. N C . ADAMS & EVE (rock), Patches Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. N C . SAM ARMSTRONG (jazz favorites), Tuckaways, Sheraton Hotel, 9 p.m. N C . SMOKIN' GUN (rock), Trackside Tavern, Winooski, 9 p.m. $2. EMPTY POCKETS (rock), Edgewater Pub, Colchester, 9 p.m. N C . LAURA SIMON, RIK PALIERI (acoustic blues, folk), Greatful Bread Deli, Essex, noon. Donations. JIMMY BUFFETT PARTY, Peat Bog, Essex Jet., 7:30 p.m. N C . DANCE PARTY (DJ Norm Blanchard), Cheers, 9 p.m. N C . EAST COAST MUSCLE (bluesrock), Rude Dog Tavern, Vergennes, 9 p.m. N C . 8084 (rock), Thirsty Turtle, Waterbury, 9 p.m. $2. PLATFORM SOUL (8-piece '70s disco band), Rusty Nail, Stowe, 8:30 p.m. $5. BL00Z0T0MY (blues), The Den, Base Lodge, Stowe Mtn., 3 p.m. N C . QUADRA (classic rock), Cafe Banditos, Jeffersonville, 9:30 p.m. $3. VIPERHOUSE (acid jazz), Mad Mountain Tavern, Waitsfield, 9 p.m. $4. JUKEBOX HEROES (rock), Gallaghers, Waitsfield, 9:30 p.m. $4. DAVE KELLER BLUES BAND, Eclipse Club, Sugarbush South, Warren, 9 p.m. NC. JELLY ROLL JAM (blues/rock), Charlie-o's, Montpelier, 9 p.m. NC. MARK LEGRAND, SARAH MUNRO & SPENCER LEWIS (acoustic), Main St. Bar & Grill, Montpelier, 8:30 p.m. NC. RORY BLOCK (Delta blues), Briggs Opera House, White River Junction, 6 &_8:30 p.m. $20.

SUNDAY

ELLEN POWELL & JERRY IAVEHE (jazz brunch), Windjammer, 1 1 a.m. NC. BIPPY, THE USELESS FUCKS, PEN 15 (punk), 242 Main, 2 p.m. $5. TOM CLEARY (jazz piano), Muddy Waters, 7 p.m.

NC. FAMILY NIGHT (Dead stuff), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. N C . NON COMPOS MENTIS, DROWNINGMAN, ARMY OF DARKNESS (hardcore), Club Toast, 9:30 p.m. $5. BL00Z0T0MY (jump blues), Nectar's, 9:30 p.m. N C . TNT (karaoke & DJ), Thirsty Turtle, Waterbury, 8 p.m. N C . THE ABAIR BROS, (rock), Rusty Nail, Stowe, 8:30 p.m. $5. THE DETONATORS (rock), Gallagher's, Waitsfield, 9:30 p.m. $3. SUE PERSSON (singersongwriter), LaBrioche Cafe, Montpelier, 11 a.m. NC. MARK LEGRAND (acoustic), Main Street Bar & Grill, Montpelier, 11 a.m. NC.

MONDAY

SANDRA WRIGHT BLUES BAND, Nectars, 9:30 p.m. NC. GREEN CANDLE THEATRE BENEFIT W/CRANIAL PERCH, YANKEE POT ROAST, INVISIBLE JET, LOAN STAR MONKEY AUTOSERVICE MD, DIANE HORSTMEYER (alt; poetry; Sisters LeMay emcee), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. $5. PORK TORNADO W/JON FISHMAN, AARON HERSEY ET AL. (funk/jazz/rock), Club Toast, 9:30 p.m. $4/6. TECHNO NIGHT (DJs), 135 Pearl, 10 p.m. $4. ALLEY CAT JAM W/RUSS & CO. (blues/rock), Alley Cats, 9 p.m. NC. COFFEEHOUSE W / A M Y S P E A C E ( a c o u s t i c ) , Horn of the Moon, Montpelier, 8 p.m. N C .

TUESDAY

CD RELEASE PARTY!

OPEN STAGE (acoustic), Burlington Coffeehouse at Rhombus, 8 p.m. $2-5. STEVE GOLDBERG TRIO (jazz), Leunig's, 8:30 p.m. NC. DJ NIGHT, Ruben James, 9 p.m. NC. SOMAH (groove rock), Nectars, 9:30 p.m. NC. FLASHBACK: HITS OF THE '80S (DJ), Club Toast, 10 p.m. NC/$5 under 21. MARTIN & MITCHELL (DJs), Club Metronome, 9 p.m. N C . RUSS & CO. (rock), J.P.'s Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC. JALAPENO BROS, (rock), Cheers, 9 p.m. N C . ALAN HARDCASTLE (piano), Gallaghers, Waitsfield, 9 p.m. N C . MIKE DEVER & LAUSANNE ALLEN (acoustic), Three Mountain Lodge, Jeffersonville, 6 p.m. N C .

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Burlington's other bluegrass heroes, Smokin' Grass, break in their new drummer — yes, a drummer — Thursday night at Metronome. Gabe Jarrett, late of the splintered Jazz Mandolin Project (and son of Keith, if anyone doesn't know that yet), is one of the snazziest young percussionists around, and is sure to add fire where there's smoke. Former Curbside Prophet Ben Swift fans the flames with his new eponymous band. • What's in a noun? That's what Helicopter would like to know. The Burlington band tried to register their name with the state, to no avail. You can't register a noun, pronounces the trademark office, even if you alter the spelling. But what, rightfully retorts Helicopter, about Phish? Meanwhile, the choppers — without registry but with new drummer Tim "Bucky" Buckingham (formerly of abovenamed Smokin' Grass) — play Toast this Wednesday. • If you're headed to Boston this weekend,

from page 8 don't forget Burlington's Non Compos Mentis, Zola Turn and My Own Sweet are showcasing at NEMO music conference (NCM at the Greek Political Hall, the other two at Club Bohemia, Kirkland Cafe). Call 617-3883144 for full schedule details. • James Kochalka Superstar got some good news over the holidays: his latest release, Monkey vs. Robot {Tarquin Records), was voted Best Indie Record of '97 by the College 500 (the voters in this case being radio stations). For the rest of the winners, see c500charts@hotmail.com. • Meanwhile, Chin Ho!s memorable single (and EP), "Low Flying Planes," is flying high at WBCN in Boston; DJ Albert O. deems it "the best Chin Ho! yet!" The homies touch down at Toast this Friday, New York and Boston next week. • St. Mike's DJ Kevin Murrihy is looking for bands to fill in a few more slots at his Friday night local music show at WWPV this semester. Send your stuff to Kevin at SMC, Box 274, Winooski Park, Colchester, VT 05439. Check these pages for the full schedule later. (7)

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campaign. Let slackers be advised; From this day forward, I'll be taking down your license plate numbers and publishing your names, you miserable, thoughtless, fleet-footed creeps. There's nothing more frightening than a gimp with a csluse. It's what you deserve, and it beats the Special Olympics. (7)

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extra income as a patient instructor. "We tell them to say examining table' rather 'bed', covering' rather than 'sheet', 'relax your legs' father than spread your legs.'" Body language can also convey important messages, Parker adds. "Sitting down when you talk to the patient, rather than standing over her,

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is listening to the patients' concerns At V W H C , Nicholas says, clients' comments are actively solicited in conversations and through formal surveys. An anonymous graffiti board testifies that the formula works. O n e statement sums up the centers success; " T h a n k you for letting me like myself again, for helping m e through the hardest day of my life." But it's not enough to merely ask patients what they want, Nicholas says. It's even more important to take their concerns seriously. "If they tell us it takes too long to get an appointment or they don't like having to tell their story over and over again, we don't make excuses," she says.

helps to alleviate the power imbalance. It also gives the impression that you have time." "The providers tools for this work are her hands, her words and her instruments," Nicholas explains. "When you're doing a pelvic exam, it's important to remember that 40 percent of women in our s o d ety have experienced some form of sexual assault.' Nicholas also encourages her instructors to see the exam through the eyes of the neophyte med student. "A lot of times they are just sweating bullets when they come in," Parker says. "We try to set up a nice environment where they are able to make mistakes, so they don't have to make all diose mistakes with a patient."

T h e open atmosphere at V W H C , where patients are "not shy about sharing," doesn t just make patients feel good, according to Nicholas. It also makes them good subjects for medical research. In recent years, the clinic's clients have volunteered for a variety of national contraceptive studies, including trials of the Prentif cervi- - •«• n . . . , , pi* cal cap, the POU a b O U t silicone fem cap, and RU 486, the morning after" pill. This spring,

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Another way in which Nicholas spreads her message of patient-oriented health care is through a "patient instructor" program she coordinates for UVM's College of Medicine. Nicholas trains lay women to serve as models for medical students who are learning to perform head-to-toe physicals, medical interviews and gynecological exams. Working in pairs, the instructors give each other demonstration examinations. T h e n they provide feedback as the medical students examine them. "We help them avoid language that might be misconstrued," says Lisa Parker, a nursing student who earns January

respecting Her point of view . is also the attitude that runs the health centers internal operations. "There's

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people they will most closely affect. T h e structure requires employees to look at the total aggregate, not just their own best interests, according to Atkins. To show that the system works, she describes an event that took place six years ago, when the organization was struggling with cash-flow problems. "Cate and I talked to the staff about a salary roll-back. We recommended a higher percentage pay cut for ourselves. But the staff vetoed the decision, saying we should take the same percentage as everyone else."

But probably the clearest indication of satisfaction among V W H C employees is that many of them have stayed on the job for 15 to 20 years. Such longevity is almost unheard of, Nicholas says, especially at facilities that provide abortions. "This is a tough service. You have to handle patients who are going through a difficult time in their lives, outsiders who are judgmental, and sud cases/' N o t to mention

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the fact that, as the Savio shootings in Boston demonstrated, "Your very life can be in danger," she adds. Nicholas is quick to point out that in the years since outof-state organizers from Operation Rescue chained themselves to the front door, V W H C has not been an embattled facility. These days, the only visible anti-abortion activity directed at the facility has been in the form of a small

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A moderately-paced, co-ed exercise class for those over 50. Socialize and exercise to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, joint flexibility and overall mobility. Includes land exercise followed by optional water exercise. Mon/Wed/Fri, 8 - 9:30 am. Gym only, ends at 8:50 am, $62. Both gym and pool, S77.

In collaboration with the Arthritis Foundation, we provide the opportunity for those with arthritis or similar ailments to participate in a recreational group activity. Gentle exercises in our 86° pool help decrease pain and stiffness. Attend any of these classes for $67: Mon Fri. 1 - 2 pm, Tue/Thur. 8 - 9 am

Essex, the perfect program for those just starting a fitness program. Includes low-impact exercise and gradual strengthening techniques. Offered in conjunction with Fletcher Alien Health Care and the YWCA Tues/Thurs, 5 : 1 0 - 6 : 0 5 and Saturdays 8 - 9 am. $50 for twice a week, $70 for three times.

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music 40TH ARMY BAND: The "Farmers Night" concert series kicks off with "a musical tribute to the American spirit." Selections from Victory at Sea and Top Gun will be performed. Vermont Statehouse, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-0480. 'FEAST OF SONG': Fill up on drama, dance and dinner in the Florentine court of the Medicis. The Dartmouth College Chamber Singers host at Collis Common Ground, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6 p.m. $24. Reservations, 603646-2422.

dance INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING:

Traditional dances from around the globe keep you moving at St. Augustine's Church Hall, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. $5. Info, 223-7035. DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE: Meditate as you move through simple circle dances and chants. Unitarian Church, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 658-2447.

drama 'MAD RIVER RISING': Tantoo Cardinal stars in this new play by Middlebury dramaturge Dana Yeaton. See story, this issue. Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $18. Info, 656-2094. LYRIC INFO MEETING: Lyric Theater is staging The Wizard of Oz this spring, complete with celebrity stars like Kate Tamarkin and Barbara Snelling. Remaining roles will be discussed at the kick-off meeting. See "to do" list, this issue. Williston Central School, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 434-5328.

AUDITIONS: Center Stage is seeking teens and young adults for the musical stage adaptation of the Katherine Paterson novel, The Great Gilly Hopkins Aspiring actors report to Barre Opera House at 6:30 p.m. Free. Register, 223-7044.

film 'LES MISERABLES': A fUrniture movei helps a Jewish family escape German occupation in this cinematic adaptation of the Victor Hugo novel. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, D a r t m o i t f College, Hanover, N.H., 7:30 p.m. Info, 603-646-2422.

art GALLERY TALK: Parker Croft talks about his mystical approach to sculpt u r e in conjunction with an exhibit of his work at the Middlebury College Center < for the Arts, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5007.

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Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info Info, 862-4332. PARENTS ANONYMOUS: ]Parents gather for support and assistance around the challenges of childrearing. Babysitting goes with the program in Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 800-639-4014.

etc SCIENCE PROGRAM: do animals go in winter? How do stay warm? Kids use tracking skills to out. Green Mountain Audubon , 're Center, Huntington, 1-2 p.m. $3. Kegister, 434-3068.

A.D.D. PARENT SUPPORT: Dr. John %os argues for a homeopathic approach 1 attention deficit disorder. Tuttle School Cafeteria, S. Burlington, • 50 p.m. Free. Info, 657-2655. • ORIES: Children listen, snack and j ^ e crafts at the Children's Pages, I 'nooski, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 655-1537. • uky TIME: Kids get an earful at I Passman & Bern Booksellers,

BUSINESS GET-TOGETHER: John Dranow of the New England Culinary Institute offers tips on "Marketing as Your Business Changes." Chef's Table, Montpelier, 5-7 p.m. $10. Register, 862-8347. BATTERED WOMEN'S SUPPORT GROUP: Women Helping Battered Women facilitates a group in Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Info, 658-1996. 'HEARTY SOLES' WALK: Join a weekly mile-long walk for fun and fitness that leaves from the Community Health Center, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 864-6309.

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music 'FEAST OF SONG': See January 14. Q 1*31 tYI 3 'MAD RIVER RISING': See January 14. AUDITIONS: See January 14. 'TONS OF MONEY': An unexpected inheritance leads to a comedy of errors in this British farce staged by Theatre Factory. See "to do" list, this issue. Mann Hall, Trinity College, Burlington, 8 p.m. $6.50. Info, 872-2738. 'TESTIMONY OF THE WITNESS': Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson speaks on "black issues." Moore

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Theater, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N . H . , 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603646-2422.

film ' W I N G S ' : A once-famous female fighter pilot and loyal Stalinist gives up her wings in this Russian film directed by Larisa Shepitko. Loew Auditorium, Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N . H . , 7 p.m. $6. Info, 603-646-2422.

art ' R E L I G I O N & T H E ARTS': Visions of Christian spirituality in AfricanAmerican art get discussed in anticipation of an upcoming two-day symposium on religion and the arts. Twilight Hall, Middlebury College, 4:15 & 8 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5198. A R T LECTURE: Sculptor Tom Butter talks about his work in the Lecture Hall, Vermont Studio Center, Johnson, 8 p.m. Free. Register, 635-2727.

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F R I D A Y

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B O O K D I S C U S S I O N : Readers take on The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner, in which jogging becomes a metaphor for struggle and survival. Hancock Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 767-9501. LAZY W R I T E R S F O R U M : Share your writing-in-progress in a supportive workshop environment. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-1724.

'FEAST O F S O N G ' : See January 14. P E T E & KAREN S U T H E R L A N D : Hear the folk fiddle and traditional vocals at Deerleap Books, Bristol, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 800-653-0872. 'AN E V E N I N G O F CABARET M U S I C ' : Standards, jazz and musical theater tunes. Betsy and Dan Jessie mix it up with mostaccioli at Villa Tragara, Waterbury Center, 6:30-10:30 p.m. $7.50. Info, 244-5288.

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PARENTS A N O N Y M O U S : See January

S E N I O R D A N C E C O N C E R T : Mark Stuver incorporates work from the Colorado Dance Festival in a final, cumulative concert. Dance Theatre, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. $4. Info, 443-6433. FREE S P I R I T D A N C E : Movers and shakers take advantage of an evening of unstructured dance and community. Chace Mill, Burlington, 8 p.m. $5. Info, 660-4305.

etc N I N E M O N T H S T O GETTYSBURG: Howard Coffin discusses his book about local soldiers in the Civil War, subtitled The Vermonters Who Broke Pickett's Charge. Barnes & Noble, S. Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. ' I N V E N T I N G A W I N T E R WATERF R O N T ' : Can the Burlington Waterfront be weather-proofed? Join residents, city councilors and business owners warming to the idea of winter use. See "to do" list, this issue. Burlington City Hall, 6-9 p.m. Free. Register, 865-7178. L U N D H O M E O P E N H O U S E : Meet the new executive director of the Lund Family Center, which provides services

'FEAST O F S O N G ' : See January 14. S M O K I N ' GRASS: Organic Groove Farmers join the Burlington bluegrass band for an evening of danceable entertainment. Dunbar Hall, Sterling College, Craftsbury Common, 7 p.m. $8. Info, 586-7711.

'SARATOGA': Vermont author and historian Richard Ketchum reads from his gripping account of a hard-fought battle in the American Revolutionary War. Barnes & Noble, S. Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. ' P R O P H E T ' S WAY': Vermont author T h o m Hartmann discusses his worldwide travels seeking spiritual transformation. Barnes & Noble, S. Burlington, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

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A F T E R - S C H O O L S N O W S H O E : Kids go the way of the woods on a guided trek with snowshoes. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 3-4:30 p.m. $3/6. Register, 229-6206. RECREATION P R O G R A M : Kids grades six through eight drop in to play games like capture the flag, ping pong and floor hockey. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0123.

S E N I O R D A N C E C O N C E R T : See January 16. 'FORCES O F NATURE': This dancetheater company from the Cathedral of St. John the Divine fuses African dance with environmental concern. Social Space, McCullough Student Center, Middlebury College, 9 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5198. C H I N E S E FOLK D A N C E C O M P A NY: T h e resident company of the New York Chinese Cultural Center uses modern choreography, narration, and traditional props to bring a culture to life. Fine Arts Center, Castleton State College, 8 p.m. $16. Info, 775-5413. DANCES O F UNIVERSAL PEACE: Meditate as you move through simple circle dances and chants. Earth Dance, Chace Mill, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5-7. Info, 658-2447.

R E C R E A T I O N P R O G R A M : See January 16; Edmunds Middle School, 79 p.m. 'STORYFEST': Jackie Torrence offers African-American and Appalachian folktales. Gerald Fierst tells Jewish tales of fools and angels. And Tracy Leavitt tells tall tales. Flynn Theatre, Burlington, 2 p.m. $8/11. Info, 863-5966. INFLATABLE T H E A T E R COMPANY: Fred Garbo is full of hot air. He uses gigantic inflatable props to entertain families at Lyndon Institute Auditorium, Lyndonville, 7 p.m. $6/10. Info, 800805-5559.

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STORY H O U R : Toddlers listen to stories at the Milton Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 893-4644.

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words ' D E A D W R O N G ' : Attorney Michael Mielo discusses his new book, subtitled "a death row lawyer speaks out against

Indian mysticism and modern feminism. Loew Auditorium, Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9:15 p.m. $6. Info, 603-646-2422.

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' R E L I G I O N & T H E ARTS': See January 15. Tonight hear "Images and Relics in Buddhist Religion: The Case of Early Medieval China" at 7:30 p.m. ART LECTURE: Painter Stuart Diamond talks about his work in the Lecture Hall, Vermont Studio Center, Johnson, 8 p.m. Free. Register, 635-2727. 'NATURE PERFECTED': Two short videos illuminate the garden gallery show at the Middlebury College Museum of Art, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5007.

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14. GYM & C R A F T T I M E : Homeschooling families get together to study and socialize. Burlington Boys & Girls Club, 9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 654-7560.

Vermont, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 800-452-2428.

capital punishment." Book Rack, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 655-0231.

for young women who are pregnant and parenting. 76 Glen Road, Burlington, 4:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-7467. MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION REPORT: Could the city bus system and Vermont Transit share a user-friendly terminal? Hear the results of a feasibility study at Burlington City Hall, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 863-9094. CONSULTANTS N E T W O R K MEETI N G : Mary Fillmore of Changing Work offers a lecture for consultants entitled "Feast or Famine," about balancing work loads. Hampton Inn, Colchester, 7:30 a.m. $10. Register, 351-0285. H O M E B U Y E R O R I E N T A T I O N : Find out how you can buy a house with down payment assistance, affordable loans and a credit-rebuilding program. Burlington,

BALLROOM D A N C E : Lessons in cha cha, foxtrot and waltz precede an open session for serious rug cutters. Frederick Tuttle Middle School, S. Burlington, 711 p.m. $10. Info, 879-0501. C O N T R A DANCE: Steve AndersonZakon calls for Nightingale. Capitol City Grange, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $6. Info, 426-3734.

' B E C O M I N G SPIRITUALLY STREETWISE': Author Susan Shumsky discusses the notion of nurturing "intuitional spirituality." Barnes & Noble, S. Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. TIERRA DEL F U E G O SLIDES: John Underwood shows slides of seals, sea straights and research stations from his trip from Argentina to Antarctica. Green Mountain Club, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $5. Register, 244-7037. B U D D H I S T TALK: Get an intra to meditation via the teachings of Pema Chodron, author of Start Where You Are and When Thing Fall Apart. Shambhala Meditation Center, 236 Riverside Ave., Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 899-4878.

drama ' M A D RIVER RISING': See January 14. ' T O N S O F M O N E Y ' : See January 15. W O L F S O N G : T h e local Native American storyteller shares Native American tales and legends in recognition of the "Sacred H o o p of Life." Varnum Library, Jeffersonville, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 644-5660.

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BATTERED W O M E N ' S S U P P O R T G R O U P : Women Helping Battered Women facilitates a group in Burlington, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 658-1996. LESBIGATR Y O U T H S U P P O R T M E E T I N G : Lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgendered and "questioning ' folks under 23 are welcome at Outright

' H A M L E T ' : Kenneth Branagh plays the Prince of Denmark in this four-hour example of Shakespearean cinema. Dana Auditorium, Middlebury College, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433. 'FIRE': Two lonely wives find solace in each other in this melodramatic mix of

sport SNOWBOARD COMPETITIONS: Boarders of all ages compete in giant slalom and halfpipe events You could win a trip to the nationals. Stowe Mountain Resort, 5 p.m. $50. Info, 253-7704. C R O S S - C O U N T R Y SKI: T h e Sierra Club leads a circular ski around the Waterbury Reservoir. Meet at Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Waterbury, 9 a.m. noon. Bring money for hot cider. Info, 655-9611.

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TAI CHI: Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. & 8-9 p.m. Food For Thought, Stowe. $10. Info, 253-4733.

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'SPIRIT OF THE MOON': Tuesday, January 27, Thursday, February 26 & Friday, March 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Montpelier. $60. Register, 223-1688. Bring awareness to menstruation: Understand the naturalflowof energy in your body, and learn to alleviate pain and discomfort at all points in your cycle. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VOLUNTEER TRAINING: January 24 .& 25. Burlington. Free. Register, 658-3131. Women Helping Battered Women gets folks up to speed for answering hotline calls, working with sheltered women and chil'THE WAY OF THE SUFI': Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. S. dren, and offering legal advocacy. Burlington. Free. Info, 658-2447. Learn Sufi meditation pracPREGNANCY QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Thursday, tices using breath, sound and movement. January 15, 1-2:30 p.m. Wheeler School, Burlington. Free. MEDITATION: Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. 13 Dorset Lane, Info, 864-0377. Suite 203, Williston. Info, 872-3797. Green Mountain Learning Center presents meditation. MEDITATION: First & third Sundays, 10 a.m. - noon. Burlington Shambhala Center. Free. Info, 658-6795. BUILD A CD CABINET: Tuesday & Thursday evenings, Instructors teach non-sectarian and Tibetan Buddhist practices. January 29 - February 19. The Wood School, Burlington.

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INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS: Eight weeks starting January 19. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington. Pay $70 for one course and audit unlimited courses free. Register, 652-1103. Seminars include the history of flee jazz, play writing, acting and advanced drawing.

$350 includes materials. Register, 864-4454. Learn traditional cabinetmaking skills while building a pine or cherry compact disc cabinet. Beginners are encouraged to attend. DRUM MAKING: Saturday, February 7, 10 a.m - 5 p.m. WOMEN'S DAYTIME WOODWORKING: Twelve Spirit Dancer, Burlington. $95. Register, 660-8060. Make Thursdays, January 29 - April 23, 12:30-2 p.m. The Wood your own Native American-style hand drum and take it home School, Burlington. $190 plus materials. Register, 864-4454. WORLD TRADE BRIEFING: Thursday, January 15, 10 with you. Beginners use mostly hand tools to build a high work stool out of a.m. - noon. Vermont World Trade Office, Burlington. Free. cherry and ash while learning techniques of the chairmaker. Register, 800-305-8321. A new international trade agreement STUDENTS' RUSTIC FURNITURE MAKING: Twelve means that with a certifying "CE mark" the single European 'ENERGY PLEASURE': Thursdays, January 15 & 29, Thursdays, January 29 - April 23. Homeschoolers, 8:30-10 market will open to your product. February 5 & 19, 6:30 p.m. Spirit Dancer, Burlington. a.m. After schoolers, 3:30-5 p.m. The Wood School, COMPUTER TRAINING: Ongoing day, evening and Sliding scale. Register, 660-8060. Beginners learn simple tech- Burlington. $175 plus materials. Register, 864-4454. People weekend classes. Old North End Technology Center, 279 N. niques using breath, subtle movement and their minds to create aged nine to 12 make a chair of their own creation using readily Winooski Ave., Burlington. $59-119. Info, 860-4057, ext. full-being energy ecstasy alone and with others. available materials. 20. Private and custom classes in basic computers, Windows 95, 'RECLAIMING YOUR WILD WOMAN': Friday, January Office 97 applications, Internet and Web site basics. 30, 7 p.m. & Saturday, January 31, noon - 6 p.m. Spirit 'HOW TO MAKE YOUR WEB SITE HAPPEN':

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'STORYFEST': Saturday, January 17, 9-10:30 sun. & 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Flynn Theatre, Burlington. $15 each. Register, 863-5966. In conjunction with performances, pick from thefollowingworkshop topics: "Scary Stories and More," "Curriculum to Tale," localizing folktales, creating stories from memories and creating character.

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relationship with Martin Luther King, Jr. and other black leaders like Jesse Jackson and Andrew Young. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. VEGETARIAN POTLUCK: Take a place setting and a dish for eight with no eggs, dairy, honey, gelatin or meat broth. Children and "non-vegetarians" are welcome at the First United Methodist Church, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free. Info, 863-9254. 'CHAOS OR COMMUNITY': Civil rights activist and attorney Lani Guinier speaks on the occasion of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. See "to do" list, this issue. Moore Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422.

Ed Blechner. Sledding demonstrations are part of the deal at the Montshire Museum of Science, Norwich, 10:30 a.m - 4 p.m. $5- Info, 649-2200.

music 'FEAST OF SONG': See January 14. VAUGHAN RECITAL SERIES: Pianist Andrew O'Brien compares notes with flutist Jennifer Yeaton in the Faulkner Recital Hall, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 4 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422.

dance NEW DANCE: Three cutting-edge choreographers on loan from the Tangente Dance Space in Montreal perform duets and trios from Europe and Quebec. See "to do" list, this issue. Flynn Theatre, Burlington, 7 p.m. $14. Info, 863-5966.

drama 'MAD RIVER RISING': See January 14, 2 p.m. 'TONS OF MONEY': See January 15, 2 p.m.

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music OPEN REHEARSAL: Women compare notes at a harmonious rehearsal of the Champlain Echoes. S. Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-6703.

dance NEW DANCE: See January 18.

drama 'GLORY': Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington and Morgan Freeman star in this film about the first unit of black soldiers in the Union Army. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:45 & 9:15 p.m. $6. Info, 603646-2422.

SNOWBOARD COMPETITIONS: See January 17, 9 a.m. CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRIP: Test out trails of various lengths and levels of difficulty at the Stowe Mountain Resort Touring Center. The Green Mountain Club meets in Montpelier, 8:30 a.m. Take money for gas, trail fees and snacks. Register, 223-7035. .

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LIVE OWL DEMO: Learn how a noctural bird of prey adapts to winter in a hands-on program with Outreach for Earth Stewardship. Lake Champlain Basin Science Center, Burlington Waterfront, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1848.

etc CIVIL RIGHTS TALK: Author and activist J.L. Chestnut Jr. talks about his

LYRIC AUDITIONS: Wannabe munchkins, wizards and flying monkeys try out for the spring production of The Wizard of Oz. A preparatory workshop warms you up for the audition. Williston Central School, 7-10 p.m. Free. Info, 434-5328.

'ANY MOTHER'S SON': The Gay and Lesbian Literature and Film Club screens the made-for-cable movie about gay enlistee Allen Schindler, and how the Navy covered up his murder. Rhombus Gallery, 186 College St., Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $2-6. Info, 652-1103. -

'ART DOESN'T BITE': The lunchtime lecture series looks forward to spring with a focus on Monet, Manet and Renoir. Chaffee Center for the Visual Arts, Rutland, noon - 12:45 p.m. $5. Reservations, 775-0356.

NATURE PROGRAM: "Bird is the Word." Kids in grades two through four get winged wisdom at North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $20. Register, 229-6206.

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STORY H O U R : Kids between three and five listen to stories at the S. Burlington Library, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080.

etc ' D E F I A N T H O P E ' : Called a "Walking Peace Corps" by U.S. Senator Harris Wofford, La-Verne Fountain talks about the "dream" — and the reality — at Mann Hall, Trinity College, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 658-0337. KING C O N V O C A T I O N : Associate law professor Adrien Wing speaks to an assembly of clergy and lay people. St. Michael's Chapel, Colchester, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 654-2535. 'A STRANGER IN T H E K I N G D O M ' : Jay Craven speaks about the civil rights issues inherent in his recent film, loosely based on Vermont's own "Irasburg Incident." Pavilion Auditorium, Montpelier, noon. Free. Film screening, Capitol Theatre, Montpelier, 2 p.m. $4. Info, 828-2291. BATTERED W O M E N ' S S U P P O R T G R O U P S : Women Helping Battered Women facilitates a group in Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 658-1996. Also, the Shelter Committee facilitates a meeting in Montpelier, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-0855. GREEN M O U N T A I N H O U R S : Capitol capital. Learn about an alternative currency based on barter. Horn of the Moon Cafe, Montpelier, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2895. T E E N HEALTH C L I N I C : Teens get information, supplies, screening and treatment for sexually related problems. Planned Parenthood, Burlington, 3:30-6 p.m. Pregnancy testing is free. Info, 863-6326. E M O T I O N S A N O N Y M O U S : People with emotional problems meet at the O'Brien Center, S. Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 660-9036.

drama LYRIC A U D I T I O N S : See January 19. 'HAVING O U R SAY': The bestselling book by centenarian sisters Sadie and Bessie Delany is the inspiration for this Tony-nominated play. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N . H . , 8 p.m. $17.50. Info, 603-646-2422.

art GALLERY TALK: Curator Thomas Padon offers introduces an exhibit of works by artist Nancy Graves that underscores her curiosity about world history, archaelogy, mythology and the natural

world. Middlebury College Museum of Art, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-5007.

words 'LIKE WATER FOR C H O C O L A T E ' : Readers explore the world of Tita, the youngest of three daughters born to tyrannical Mexican ranchers. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-8230. W R I T E R S ' G R O U P : Writers work with words at 173 N . Prospect St., Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 865-9257.

"superwomen" get the last word. Studio Theatre, Middlebury College, 8 p.m. $4. Info, 443-6433.

film D A R T M O U T H FILM SOCIETY: Director Stanley Kubrick offers two chilling visions of war: Paths of Glory, about a killer commander, and Full Metal Jacket. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 6:45 & 8:30 p.m. $6. Info, 603646-2422.

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'FATHERS & C H I L D R E N T O G E T H ER': Spend quality time with your kids and other dads at the Wheeler School, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 860-4420. STORY T I M E : Kids under three listen in at the S. Burlington Library, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 652-7080. STORY H O U R : Kids between three and five engage in artful educational activities. Milton Public Library, 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Free. Info, 893-4644.

V E R M O N T W R I T E R S B O O K DISCUSSION: Readers examine the "character" of Vermont in Mari Tomasi's book Like Lesser Gods. Morrisville Library, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 888-2616.

etc BEREAVEMENT S U P P O R T G R O U P : Meet with others grieving the loss of a loved one. Adult Day Center, Visiting Nurses Association, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 658-1900. BATTERED W O M E N ' S S U P P O R T G R O U P : Meet in Barre, 10:30 a.m. noon. Free. Info, 223-0855.

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music VAUGHAN RECITAL SERIES: The flute students of music professor Alex Ogle perform at Faulkner Recital Hall, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N . H . , 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 603-646-2422. C O L D C O U N T R Y BLUEGRASS: The "Farmers Night" concert series gets back to basic bluegrass. Statehouse, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 828-2245.

dance D A N C I N G O N T H E LAND: This outdoor performance is billed as "a dialogue with the landscape." Center for the Arts Pond, Middlebury College, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-6433.

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n a scene from Mad River Rising, a character played by Tantoo Cardinal muses, "One night there's a house, in the morning a bend in the river." Perched in a Central Vermont farmhouse window, she's gazing upon the destruction wreaked by the flood of 1927. Reverse the before-andafter images she describes, though, and she might be uttering words all too familiar to Vermonters in the present age of rapid development. The parallel is clearly no accident. Set on a dilapidated farm in present-day Vermont, Mad River Rising— written by Middlebury playwright Dana Yeaton and produced by Vermont Stage Company — centers on the aging retired farmer Angus Stewart. Desperate to reckon with the decision he made earlier in his life to dissolve his family's farm, Angus escapes from his nursing home and hides in the hayloft of his old barn, where he is discovered by estranged grandson Charlie, who has been called up from New York to help search for him. In the ensuing confrontation, Charlie and Angus — played by Ethan Bowen and Phil Davidson, respectively — become reacquainted and begin to renegotiate their future. But whenever Charlie is absent, Angus has reunions of another order, with ghosts from his

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both Angus and the farm naturally brings family relationships to the fore. "I'm hoping that the couple hours it takes to watch this play will be a time for people to reflect not specifically on farming," says Yeaton, "but on their blood lines and how they see themselves in that lineage." T h e distinctly Vermont ring of Mad River Rising is also intentional. With the support of a grant from the Vermont Arts Endowment Fund, Yeaton was commissioned by VSC to write a play on Green Mountain themes. For him, that means "something that is endangered and something that is treasured and something that maybe other people both envy and disdain" — our landscape in particular. "I think we're envied for our relatively relaxed way of life, but at the same time we're ridiculed for it," Yeaton says. In developing the work, he and director Mark Ramont staged readings throughout the state, reworking the script based on audience feedback — sessions Yeaton says were critical in determining whether his intentions were being fulfilled and in getting the details of Vermont living just right.

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tinue mounting new plays twice yearly. Yet considering the talent assembled for this first production, Mad River Rising is far from a modest beginning. Yeaton — VSC's education director and recipient of three Vermont Arts Council playwriting fellowships — was the 1995 recipient of the Actor's Theatre of Louisville Heideman Award for his play Helen at Risk. Until 1995, Ramont had been the associate artistic director of New York City's Circle Repertory Theater, long a breeding ground for emerging American playwrights. A veteran affiliate with the Dorset Theater Festival and now artistic director of the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca, New York, he is nationally renowned for his work in new play development. He couldn't ask for a better ensemble of actors. Tantoo Cardinal, who is making her theatrical debut in Vermont, narrates the story and excels in the French-Indian character of May. Phil Davidson hails from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Jonathan Larson and seasoned local actors like Mark Nash round out the cast.

Clearly an important m o m e n t for V S C and local theater, Mad River Rising also As familiar as the play's litpromises to be a compelling eral landscape may be to some chapter in the unfolding story Vermonters, Mad River Rising of Vermont. takes VSC into ' • i H f k As May, with uncharted ter70 years of Mad River Rising. — "iSt: r 1 w r i t t e n by Dana hindsight, namliy, an Y e a t o n , d i r e c t e d by warns her old original work Mark Ramont, p r o d u c e d friend: "You developed for by V e r m o n t S t a g e better pay the company. Company. R o y a l l Tyler attention. I According to Theatre, University don't tell you Artistic of Vermont, this just for Director Blake Burlington, January my good." (7) 14-17, 7:30 p.m.; Robison, VSC J a n u a r y 18, 2 p.m. plans to conJanuary

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According to vision specialists, the eye muscles The problem is, baseballs aren't any and skiers are constantly movdifferent ing, unlike the eye charts from any mounted to the walls of the other muscle optometrist's office. In other in the body words, catch phrases and 20-20 they need — vision might not be enough if to be flexible you're trying to hit a curveball and fit to meet the demands of or avoid colliding with an everathletic performance. Specially green. trained optometrists like Clark In fact, increasing evidence use a variety of exercises and suggests that the eyes aren't just equipment to help clients windows to the soul but also improve their ability to judge headlights to athletic goals, and distances, to see clearly while in it's given rise to a new type of motion, and to focus on movworkout called sports-vision ing objects among other visual training. According to the tasks. American Optometric Despite Association, a new techgrowing numAccording to vision speniques and the ber of athletes current trend — including cialists, the eye muscles toward sportsthe U.S. Ski vision training, and Snowboard the relationteams — are aren't any different from ship between following a visual skills training regiany other muscle in the and the ability men designed to perform on to improve the body—they need to be race courses visual skills that and playing help them perfields isn't an flexible and fit to meet form. entirely novel "What development. optometry has the demands of athletic Ted Williams, found is that the Boston there are many performance. Red Sox slugmajor functions ger famous for that contribute hitting .406 in 1941, had 20to visual performance, and they 10 vision and is said to have can be trained to help athletes been able to see the stitched see faster, quicker and better," seams of the baseball on 90 says Dr. Tom Clark, a mph fastballs. Burlington optometrist and Locally, neither the sports-vision specialist. When University of Vermont nor the eyes work better, so does Saint Michael's College has the body, says Clark, who

delved deeply into the field of sports vision, beyond taking baseline measurements of eye strength and working with athletes on the related mental skills of "visualizing" successful performance. But athletic trainers at both schools acknowledge that "eyesight is trainable." Ike Isley, a former baseball ... coach and UVM's head athletic trainer, recalls the story of former National League batting champion Roberto Clemente going into the inner city and playing stickball with the kids. Clemente said that after swinging at the bottle caps they used for their games in the street, baseballs looked like balloons. "Now that is visual training," Isley says. "That is an exercise." In the more controlled environment of his Burlington office, Clark uses a combination of simple lens and prisms as well as high-tech electronics resembling video games to improve the eye's flexibility, speed and reaction time. Since the eyes — as frontal extensions of the brain — help control how the body moves, those that are essentially "in shape" can help an athlete react quicker and move more accurately, sports-vision practitioners say. While highly paid professionals — or at least well-

help rehabilitate those with financed amateur athletes — deficient vision. "Vision trainseem to be the most likely caning," says Beth Baldwin, a certididates for sports-vision therapy, Clark says recreational athfied Natural Vision letes stand at least as much to Improvement instructor, "is gain. "Recreational athletes are appropriate for anyone of any the ones most likely to spend age. We all have eyes, so for an the day looking at the computathlete coming down a mouner and not playing their sport," tain or a person going for a says Clark, explaining that c o n - , walk, we want, to have clajity stantly focusing on close objects and to be relaxed in our visual can create a type of "tunnel system." vision. While Clark hasn't seen any Joe Ceresa, an avid amateur evidence that you can change tennis player from St. Albans, what you were given — only worked with Clark to improve that you can learn to use it bethis ability to refocus, or "track," ter — Baldwin believes that the tennis ball into his racquet. people can heal themselves. A "I think it helped me in a genlifelong athlete and former coreral sense," says the 42-year-old rective lens wearer herself, chemist. "I didn't know how Baldwin confronted a family my tracking ability was entering history of blindness by adoptinto my tennis game." ing the Natural Vision program of psychologist Janet Goodrich While acknowledging that and has since gained visual clarperformance improvements ity without glasses or contacts. might be harder to measure with club-level recreational Could it be that the real preplayers, Ceresa says the vision scription for better eyesight for training gave him an edge. athletes and the general popula"People are always taking tennis tion isn't corrective lenses but lessons and you pick up differmore time outdoors using our ent things from different, eyes in the natural environment? places," he explains. "I look at Baldwin, at least, thinks so: "I vision training as taking lessons say, let 'em go out and play." from another pro." But a few calisthenics for the eyes might not hurt, either. (7) Interestingly, one group of vision professionals says that the same type of visual exercises that can help athletes may also

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h, life in the slow lane. T h e Internet allowed us to move from the Boston suburbs out to the wilds of Addison County. We have the best of both worlds — a hightech home office in an idyllic rural setting. At least, we did until the ice storm hit. Three days without power also left us without a way to get any work done. Jordan works on laptop, which he could drag over to the house of a cousin whose power was still on. But Margy's desktop computer is way too unwieldy to move — especially with all the wiring that hooks our computers together into a local area network. W h e n we first moved to Vermont, we noticed that brownouts are common. Even a momentary dip in voltage can cause a computer to forget whatever it was doing. Jordan had the brilliant idea of getting a UPS (uninterruptible power supply). O u r UPS can supply two computers with power for about 10 minutes, which carries us through short blackouts — and do we feel smug when we think about how much work we didn't lose. Higher capacity UPS units are available, so it's just a matter of how much you want to spend and how long you want to compute

between modernizing their economies and not wanting to let people communicate freely — it turns out you can't do one without the other. Internet discussion groups even got the government to examine seriously some things that might not have been otherwise in the T W A Flight 800 disaster and Gulf War Syndrome. But for breaking natural disasters, the Net is not the place to be. This isn't too surprising. T h e Net functions best when hundreds and thousands of people can contribute bits of information and discussion that otherwise would never appear in the same place. Natural disasters make that almost impos"The toilet kicked off the water pump, which drew enough power sible — too many people are to clean up the electricity from the generator. Moral of the story: just trying to maintain and be safe. There's a niche out there Flush here to compute/' for an intrepid reporter with a laptop, a car (to get around and • Montreal Gazette Magazine: C N N ' s Weather Story Page: It was then we noticed the keep the lap-top charged up) http://www.montrealhttp://cnn.com/WEATHUPS got much happier whenand access to telephone and a gazette.com. Still on-line ER/9801/11 /ice.storm. ever someone flushed the toilet Web site. T h e job is two parts despite the obstacles, with a Pretty mainstream, but a — a new-found luxury after good old-fashioned reporting number of good news good story on how much three days of flushing with and one part technology. Any reports of how it's going up worse it is everywhere else. buckets. T h e toilet kicked off volunteers? (7) north. Plus you get two minutes the water pump, which drew and 10 seconds of scratchy enough power to clean up the Margy Levine young is a coWhat do we conclude from video reporting on the electricity from the generator. author ^/Internet for Dummies this list? T h e Internet played a storm. Moral of the story: Flush here 1 tf^/More Internet for surprisingly important role Yahoo! News: to compute. Dummies. She and her husband, back when Boris Yeltsin was http://www.yahoo.com/hea Since our computers were Jordan Young, live in Cornwall. standing up to tanks at the dlines/news. Yahoo! are the sitting in the dark, we couldn't They are collecting information Russian Parliament. Along the folks who first started to browse the Web looking for about using computers and the ^ same lines, its been a Valuable organize the information information about the ice Internet in Vermont. You can tool for communicating with on the World Wide Web. storm and its effects. But on write to them at MJ7days@ political dissidents, as the They've teamed up with Sunday when the power was gurus.com. remaining totalitarian governthe Reuters news folks to back up, we found some sites ments in the world are torn put text news stories onworth checking out to monitor

in the dark. During the blackout, we discovered a number of useful facts along the way back to normal life. O n e is that a UPS doesn't get along very well with gas generators. A neighbor very kindly loaned us a generator for part of the last day before the power came back on, and after getting a few other minor items — water, lights and heat — hooked up, we tried to get the computers going. T h e UPS made all kinds of weird beeps and complained about the quality of the power it was receiving; computing just wasn't going to happen.

the disaster and "normal" weather: • National Weather Service's National Warnings Area: http://iwin.nws.n0aa.g0v/i win/graphicsversion/main.h tml. Contains a list of active warnings as issued from the National Weather Service, by state. • T h e All Vermont Page: http://users.aol.com/frotz/v ermont.htm. There are a number of "Vermont" pages out there, and this is one of the best and least commercial. Filed a report as of Friday, just before they lost power, we suspect.

line. Things we like about Yahoo!: It's all text, so it arrives on your computer quickly, and there are archives of the previous week's stories. MSNBC's bulletin board: http://bbs.msnbc.com/bbs/ msnbc-current/index.htm. Their bulletin board section invites comments on breaking news, with a couple of well-written commentaries from people in New York State. These posters are dedicated, charging up the laptop batteries from the car and posting by candlelight.

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The Basin Harbor Club seeks resident Vermont artists for its annual "Reflections on Basin Harbor program and juried exhibit. Send representative slides, annotated, to Basin Harbor Club, Vergennes, VT 05491 before March 1, or call 475-2311 for more info. The Chaffee Center plans an exhibit of work by artists aged 18-35. Must be a Vermont resident or within 50 miles of the state's border. Applicants must submit at least six slides to the Chaffee Center for the Visual Arts, Rutland, VT 05701, or call for more info, 802-775-0356. O P E N I N G S :

T H I S S I X H E R E NOW, a six-person show in mixed media, with sounds by Flex. Exquisite Corpse Artsite, Burlington, 864-8040, ext. 121. Reception January 16, 7-10. MOTHER T O N G U E , MFA Thesis exhibit of new monoprints by Sarah Amos. Red Mill Gallery, Johnson State College, 635-1469. Reception January 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. O N G O I N G :

E N D U R A N C E , an international exhibit of body, performance and conceptual art from 38 artists who test the physical, mental and spiritual endurance of the body. Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College, 635-1469. January 19-March 15. NANCY G R A V E S : E X C A V A T I O N S I N P R I N T , featuring large-scale prints by the the internationally known artist. Middlebury College Museum of Art, 443-5007. Through February 8. T H E A R T I S T I C I M A G I N A T I O N AND E C O L O G I C A L V A L U E S , an exhibit of artwork from around the world which explores how artists communicate nature and ecological values. Middlebury College Museum of Art, 443-5007. Through April 26. A G R A P H I C O D Y S S E Y : ROMARE B E A R D E N AS P R I N T M A K E R , featuring works about the AfricanAmerican experience. Fleming Museum, Burlington, 6560750. January 20-March 22. S I M P L E S H A P E S , recent acrylic paintings by Lynn Rupe. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 863-3403. Through January 30. ARA CARD EW, new work by the British potter. Vermont Clay Studio, Montpelier, 223-4220. Through January 30. G I F T S FROM N A T U R E , photographs by Emily Barrett. Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Burlington, 878-2109. Through February 23. P A I N T I N G S FROM MY T R A V E L S I N F R A N C E and black-and-white woodcuts by Ginger Lambert. Uncommon Grounds, Burlington, 767-3335- Through February 22. Q U I E T O P P O S I T I O N , hand-painted galatin silver prints by Susan Fenton, and C A P T U R E D F O R C E S , sculpture by Nancy Sansom Reynolds. Doll-Anstadt Gallery, Burlington, 864-3661. Through January. W A T E R F R O N T P R O J E C T , an exhibit featuring photographs and memorabilia from the yearlong performance/art piece on Burlington's waterfront. Metropolitan Gallery, Burlington City Hall, 865-7166.

MOVED BY THE SPIRIT Surely one of the busiest artists around — and a cancer survivor — Colchester's Dorothy Martinez is evolving beyond her traditional colorful florals to explore landscape and abstract painting.

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the work her "life source, "Martinez says painting is fulfilling the dream of a long and healthy life. Above, "Tears for Bethlehem," an acrylic now showing at Barnes & Noble Booksellers. Martinez also shows with Teri Racich at Rhombus Gallery this month.

A M E R I C A n T a I NT I NGS from the Dartmouth Collection, 1910-1960, featuring artworks in a variety of 20th-century styles. Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603-646-2426. January 17-Apnl S^ M P L E G I F T S , new works by Kate Hartley and Suzan Riggsbee White. Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery, Sheiburne, 985-384*. Through February 12. B I L L K I R B Y RECEMT WORK, oil paintings. Middlebury Coffeehouse, 388-0267. Through January. &AAt SHEPHERD, PITER K.K. WILLIAMS & CAROL L E H M A N N . showingoil-oncibadhrome photographs, paintings an<I sculpture, and fiber works/mixed media, respectively. Chaffee C e n t e r for t h e Visual Arts, Rutland, 775-0356. Through February 14. ^ U S E L E S S CLAY, non-functional ceramics by a group of 12 local artists. Firehouse Gallery, Burlington, : 865 : 7!65^Through January 18.; , „ , , TOM 8 LACH L Y, artwork pastels and maps. Horn of the Moon Cafe, Montpelier, 426-3955. Through J3.nu.3ry 19*

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CHARLOTTE: Non-smoking female housemate wanted for beautiful country apartment beside river. Rural and quiet, yet close to Burlington. $350/mo. + utils. Call 425-6220.

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BURLINGTON'S ONLY ALTERNATIVE, 99.9 THE BUZZ, seeks dependable, enthusiastic team-players for weekend on-air shifts and promotions. Must have knowledge of the alternative format and 1-2 years on-air experience. Females strongly encouraged to apply! Send tape & resume to: Box 999, Burlington, VT 05402, attention Program Director. No calls, please. Burlington Broadcasters is an EOE.

RETAIL SALES—Full or part-time with regular weekend hours. Are you bright? Accurate? Love to help people? Good with color and design? Enjoy working in a supportive team setting as you sdl, buy, design, etc.? Tempo Home Furnishings, 985-8776 {Shelburne Rd.).

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looking to rent sublet PROFESSIONAL COUPLE, just getting started, seeking an affordable, yet nice, large one-bedroom or cozy 2-bdrm. apt. in the Richmond area. Ref. avail. Call Gary or Eve, 1496-6659.

housemates wanted BURLINGTON: Seeking quiet, non-smoking housemate to share very nice apt. close to campus, downtown. Backyard, off-street parking, storage. $350 + urils. Avail. 2/1/98. No dogs. 865-7976.

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housekeeping EVEN SANTA HAS HELPERS. Introducing my trusted side-kick, Amanda G. Call Diane H„ housekeeper to the stars. 658-7458. "'Come on up and see me sometime,' is what 1 said. After the housekeepers have left,' is what I meant."—Mae West.

COMMUNITY-BASED MENTORS NEEDED: Live-in positions available in Burlington and surrounding communities for persons interested in working with adolescents transitioning to adulthood. Capability to role-model independent living skills necessary. Spectrum provides free rent, a competitive salary, respite, training and support. Respond w/ letter of interest & resume to Mariah Danyow, TIL/Spectrutn, 31 Elmwood Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 or call 8647423 x208. EOE.

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AD ASTRA RECORDING. Relax. Record. Get the tracks. Make a demo. Make a record. Quality is high. Rates are low. State of the art equipment and a big deck w/ great views. (802) 872-8583. MUSICAL INSTRUMENT: Roland D-10 synthesizer. Mint condition, manual & pedal. $395. Call 864-0994. HEY, BANDS: 8MM VIDEO camera for rent, $15/night. Big Heavy World, 373-1824 (Burlington).

BEFORE YOU SIGN—contact an experienced entertainment lawyer. All forms of legal protection for the creative artist. Sandra Paritz, attorney, 802-426-3950. THE KENNEL REHEARSAL SPACE has one lockout space available beginning Jan. 1. 24-hr. access. Call for info, 660-2880.

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EMPTY POCKETS NEEDS excellent male vocalist/acoustic guitarist for regular weekend gigs. Must be fast learner! R&B, R 'n' R. Call Glad, 482-5230.

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MAPLE ST. GUITAR REPAIR. Professional repairs, customizing & restorations of all fretted instruments. $$$ paid for broken guitars. Located in Advance Music building, 75 Maple St., Burl. 862-5521.

PERSONAL TRAINERS ARE NOT JUST FOR MOVIE STARS! We all want to be in good shape. Get yourself motivated with inhome training sessions. Julie Trottier, ACE certified personal fitness trainer. 878-2632. $25/hour.

EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE MASSAGE! Treat yourself or a friend to the incredible relaxation & effectiveness of exquisite oriental massage with JinShin Acupressure. Assists in stress relief, injury recovery and renewed vitality. Fantastic gift! Gift certificates available. $5.00 discount with ad. Call Acupressure Massage of Burlington, J. Watkins, 425-4279.

SPORTS NEWS, POINT SPREADS & much, much more!!! Call Now! 1-900-329-0673 ext. 4588. $2.99/min. Must be 18 yrs. Serv-U, 619-645-8434.

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what the person wanted, they're glad w — ; „ Strock said. "Sometimes this is a way to make some good come out of tragedy." Strock herself has seen some of those good results, as the New England Organ Bank facilitates correspondence between the recipient of the organ and the donor's family in cases where both wish to correspond. / , . S" T h e need for organs is staggering; More than 45,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for trans- 1 plants of organs, such as kidney, heart and lung, and more need tissue donation, such as bone, eyes and skin. Because of the lack of organs and tissues, an estimated nine people a day die unnecessarily. Many people have an erroneously horrific view of what will happen to their bodies after their death if they donate their organs, but these images are more in line with horror movies than with the reality. T h e operation to recover organs is a surgical procedure done with such care that the body can be buried however you — or your family — wish, including with an open casket. Some people don't want to sign a donor card and tell their families because they're afraid their medical care will be compromised: They envision the doctor, hoping the patient will die so the organs can be distributed. However, according to the New England Organ Bank, the physician who declares that the patient is dead cannot be in any way associated with the transplant team or the potential recipient. So, along with your other resolutions for the New Year, think about, and discuss with those close to you, the possibility of becoming an organ donor. You may find that once you make the decision, you dnn'r jt anymore, but rather feel 1 1

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DWF, EARLY 60'S, ISO S / D W M , NS, for friendship and who knows what else. I know I still have a spark hiding around inside. 64075 DWPF, 38, N S / N D , 5'4", ENJOYS travelling, museums, hiking, canoeing, skiing, movies, folk & Celtic music, ISO SM with similar interests in southern Champlain Valley. 64085 SWF, NS, 34, M O T H E R - T O - B E enjoys C & W music, oldies, animals, reading, outdoors and more ISO D / S W M , 35-50, similar interests, Swanton area, employed, S O H . 64076 W I L D ' N ' CRAZY. SWF, NS, SEEKI N G an older, successful man who likes cuddling, quiet evenings at home, country music and likes to spoil a woman with flowers and gifts. 64091 LIONESS TAMER W A N T E D . Felicitous feline seeks healthy, liberal, intellectual, financially secure and computer literate jungle cat, 30-40. This plus-sized belle will purr (growl) with delight at your call. 64096

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ROLLERBLADING, D A N C I N G , singing, conversing, film-going, reading, traveling. Lover of life—wide-eyed and cynical by turns, but ultimately optimistic—seeks fit, funny, 50-something man of integrity, NS, to share as much of the journey as possible. 64098 X-FILES RERUN B U R N O U T ? N E T surfin' boredom? O.T. fatigue? Over it! Lets go skiing, see a movie or do coffee and bagels. Me: DPF, 29, no children. You: S/DPM, 25-40, no children. Both: proportionate, attractive, prefer jeans & sweater, hiking boots and not too much make-up. 64099 SWF, 21, ENJOYS I N - D E P T H conversations, but still likes to party. ISO S W M , 20-26, ambitious, but relaxed. Prefer friendship first. 64065 " H E L L O , L.L. BEAN? I'M L O O K I N G at your college graduate, professional, funny 6' male section. What? Yes, the one that's fit, 35-40, loves cooking, mysteries, fixing things and will fill the ice cube trays will fit this tall, slim, laughing beauty perfectly. Overnight delivery, please." 64057 SWF, 22, ISO S W M , 20'S, YOU LIKE snowboarding, playing pool, ska, outrageousness, nonconformity and reading personal ads for fun. 64063 SWF, 20, HAPPY, F U N , INTELLIG E N T and adventurous, seeks same in punk-ass soulmate, 20ish. Maybe you're my AdRock and I'm your lone. 64066 SWPF, 35, W I T H BEAUTY A N D strength—who prefers living close to trees, paddling still ponds, walking in mountains, tending plants, watching birds, slow organic cooking, the language of all the senses—seeks SM, NS, 30-50, with kind heart, intelligent mind and body and passionate soul. 64923 S O P H I S T I C A T E D & FUN. Very attractive, adventurous, passionate, kind, cultured, healthy, fit, educated, well-traveled professional, 34, 5'7", who loves nature, outdoor recreation and the arts, seeks compassionate, secure man, 30-40, with similar qualities, without kids, yet. 64927 PASSION F O R LIFE—SWPF, 43. Do you like hiking peaks, kayak/sailing, biking or snowshoeing? How about dancing, theater, laughter, sunsets & full moons? Are you intelligent, progressive, honest, romantic, enjoy physical connection, 3545? I'd like to meet you. 64922

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> FPWWi, Y O U N G 70ISH, 5'8", 130 lbs., active, likes good conversation, dining out, good books and music. ISO gentleman. 64916 FOUR W O M E N W H O TRAVELTO" the Burlington area for ballroom dancing are looking for male partners to join us. Have fun and meet nice people. 64915 SICK O F SKIING SINGLE... SWPF, 34, seeking someone special—smart, sporty, sensual, social, sassy, sensitive, serious, silly. In search of same (+) soulmate. Sound similar? 64898 INTELLIGENT, ATTRACTIVE SWF, 22, seeks fun-loving and caring SM, 21, for friendship and possibly more. Must like dancing, movies, comedy, and the occasional quiet times. 64905 SWF, 26, SEEKS FELLOW N P R junkie for listening to Prairie H o m e Companion and playing Scrabble on days of inclement weather. Knee-jerk liberals only, please! 64906 SWF, 26, SLENDER, FRIENDLY, attractive. Enjoys conversation, politics, literature, movies, outdoors and sports. Looking for SPM, 25-35, NS, N D , who has some of the same interests. 64599 CREATIVE SWF, 62, ATTRACTIVE, intellectual, enjoys the arts, travel and gourmet cooking. Seeks SM, 48-65, with similar interests, sincerity and energy, for fun and possible LTR. 64610 RECIPE FOR A RELATIONSHIP: Mix SPM & SWPF, 35, w/ outdoors, arts, books, travel, music. Sprinkle w/ laughter, understanding, conversation. Cover w/ chocolate. Bake. Serve w/ coffee. Enjoy. 64613 BROWN-EYED BEAUTY. DPF, 40'S, with passion for living. Intelligent, cultured, classy yet down-to-earth, loving, sensual, vivacious, artistic & spiritually minded. ISO educated, wise, communicative, financially/emotionally secure, playful, liberal M for LTR. Let's go to the Flynn, eat dinner at ethnic restaurants, travel, enjoy nature, share conversation, listen to music, and spend quiet, intimate times together. 64637 I K N O W Y O U ' R E O U T T H E R E . I see you every day—on your way to work, at the deli getting lunch. You're tall & handsome. Thirtysomething. I'm short, attractive, shy w/ those I don't know, but not w/ those I do. 64533

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WEEKDAY SKI PARTNER W A N T E D . SPF, NS, attractive, in early thirties, ISO similar professional. Other hobbies include working out, motorcycling, playing the stock market, quiet evenings and travel. Gentleman should be taller than 5'8", attractive, comfortable in a pale pink dress shirt, fit and sensuous. 64538 SWPF, 29, SEEKING S W P M , 28-34, who has a sense of humor, enjoys outdoors, new adventures & sees the beauty of life's simple pleasures. 64466 RARE, W I L D & CULTIVATED hybrid seeks above-average gardener, 40-50. This garden, begun in 1955, grows best w/ liberal application of music, merriment, magic & moxy. Appreciation of history, politics, VPR & books a +. Knowledge of horticulture not required. 64476 D O N ' T DRINK, S M O K E O R C H E W . Tall, slim, dark & alluring, fourthdimensional dance teacher. Listener/ mother. '60s child, '70s haze, '80s phoenix, '90s light. ISO sweet M who respects himself & has a clue. New Yorker preferred. All considered. 64477 SEXY SEEKS SENSITIVE, SOMEW H A T domineering guy. "The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty." I'm all the others here are and more. Call, I'm yours. 64479 F I S H E R W O M A N SEEKS BIG FISH. The bait: 5'7" blonde peach, ripe & juicy. Give me a "bite." No catch and release here. RS.—Can tie fly. 64480 AFFECTIONATE, BRAINY, CAUSTIC, divorced, elegant (infrequently), fortyish, gainfully employed, hiker, irreverent, jocular, kind, loving, mother, nurse, opinionated (nobody's perfect), perceptive, quiet, responsible, simple, tall (5 9"), ugly (not), varied interests, witty, x-country skier, youthful, zealous. That's me from A to Z. You? 64482 L O O K I N G FOR A BLONDE, L O N G haired, motorcycle god, 23-48, whom I can share intimate philosophy conversations with while cooking over a hot, sensuous fire. 64435 D O W N - T O - E A R T H kind of gal ISO down-to-earth guy. DWF, 27, N D , honest, enjoys companionship, dancing, nature, laughing &c freedom. 64439 L O O K I N G FOR M R . TALL, DARK & handsome, 35-45, to sweep me off my voluptuous feet;.that .feaS^iSttture him in my caring hearth 6 4 4 3 3

F E M I N I N E FEMINIST, 31, athletic and adventuresome, new to the area. I am ISO M companionship in northeast/central VT; for meetings of mind, spirit and body. 64446 SWF, 33, DARK-HAIRED, green eyed beauty, slim & educated, ISO SWM, 2735. Must be attractive & loving. Serious relationship or friendship. 64440 BROWN-EYED GIRL, 20, C O L L E G E student seeking SWM to "Crash Into Me." Walks, candles, romance, N D , NS, possible LTR. 64447 I HAVE 3 C H I L D R E N A N D I ' M interested in someone who likes Harleys, classic rock, loves children and likes to watch movies. Must be honest. 64448 TALL, I N D E P E N D E N T , PAGAN snowboarder seeks man who doesn't fear children and buys his own postage stamps. Send photo; I'll recognize you from my dreams, sweetie. 64460 SWPF, 30, ISO ACTIVE S W P M , N S / N D , 29-36, for friendship, possibly more. Interests: outdoors, cultural events, books, good food, animals & quiet times at home. Interested in spending time w/ a whole, happy individual who has a sense of humor & enjoys life. 64423

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Y O U C O M P L E T E US. ROMANTIC, attractive M, 40s, ISO NS F to share nature, sunsets, cooking, cuddling, quiet evenings, camping, massages, plus more. 64074 H U M O R A N D K I N D N E S S . Grad student, late 20's, active and attractive, at peace. Looking to meet a positive, fit WF, 25-35, who enjoys it. 64081 A D E E P E R S H A D E O F BLUE. S W M , 38, sick of being alone every damned year on the holidays. I fish, hike, camp, yada, yada, yada. If the chimney fits, you're in. 64077 N E W YEAR'S R E S O L U T I O N : Meet and befriend a woman. Emotional, spiritual, physical attraction helps. Me: 6', 180 lbs., 42, brown hair, green eyes. You? 64078 ' - • -D O YOU R E M E M B E R W H E N YOU could feel that total chemistry with someone? That's what this S W P M — secure, fit, good-looking—wants in a similar SWF, 25-36. 64079

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DWM, 41, SEEKING S/DWF, average looks & weight. Mind, attitude & humor more important than age. Me: tall, dark, slim, average looks, blue jeans, hardworking & playing, very devoted one-woman man. You: sexy, devoted, yet occasional infidelity a +. Friend? Lover? Wife? 64058 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY, SUCCESSFUL DWPM, 6'1", 195 lbs., late 30s, attractive, fit, looking for same. Sense of humor, playfully domineering, love wine, fire, blanket, you. Seeking S/DPWF, 2538. 64068 SWM SEEKING SWF, 18-21. Wouldn't mind having a relationship with a boarding student; listens to NYHC, ska, emo, and punk. Car a must. 64056 SWM, 27, MUSCULAR, NA, LIKES physical activities, outdoors, quiet times. Seeks same, 25-35, for sincere companionship, good times and hopefully more with the right woman. 64070 DWM, 56, 5'11", 160 LBS., SEMIretired. Enjoys movies, reading, running, ETV, NPR, politics and quiet times. Seeks lady, 45-55, with no dependents and is stable & loyal. 64072 WANTED: NS FEMALE CHARACTER, 24-30, for pivotal role in 1968 epic drama. Many scenes—outdoors, in coffee shops, at home. Casting couch is optional. 64073 WINTER COMES, ICE YET N O T SET. Snow falls lightly on spirit path as pragmatic abounds. Seeking F, 39 +, who enjoys gardens, dogs and Seinfeld. 64928 COWGIRL/FARM GIRL WANTED. DWM, young 40's, 5'11", 170 lbs., NS/ND, handsome, fit, energetic, healthy, hard-woxking, loves country, animals, auctions, outdoors. ISO attractive, fit, smart, energetic country girl. 64929 GLIDING ATOP A FRESH blanket of snow through open meadows and snowy pine canopies on XC skis; relaxing by a crackling fire in a quaint bed & breakfast. Attractive SWPM, 35, ISO an attractive, fit, SWPF, 28-38, NS/ND to join me. Friendship or LTR. 64930 SEPARATED W M , 34, 6'4", Burlington area, slim and fit; loves the outdoors; likes dining out and movies. Non-drinker looking for slim, tall, attractive F, 21-32, with same interests. Must like children. 64931 GEORGEOUS PHYSICIAN, 40, lives in Jersey, frequents Burlington. Seeking beautiful woman, 25-50—friendship, laughter, music, wines, sensuality. I'm a playboy, but I'm good. 64925

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MUSIC, MAGIC AND YOU. DWM, tall, proportionate, healthy, NS/ND, 40's, ISO same attractive lady for all life offers. 64813 SWM, 27, 5'9", ATHLETIC, intelligent with great smile ISO attractive SF, 23-30, for dining, dancing and maybe romance. Winter alone is just no fun. 64833 WOODSTOCK: UNIQUE, ATTRACtive SWPCM, 32, part good 'ol boy, part Rolling Stone. Intelligent, yet stupid enough to want a LTR. Enjoy outdoor sports, music, slow dancing and romance. Seeking warm, honest, fun female. 64886 GARDENER SOUGHT! Vibrant, lone white birch tree, 29, previously cultivated in Asian soil (artistically landscaped university campus). This unique botanical specimen has recently been repotted in VT. Eager to grow, big! Gardener should love working/studying in foreign soils. Roots healthy, unentangled. 64901 THUNDERBIRD RUMBLES. Polished body with muscle under the hood; new upholstery. Seeks a hot, vintage model for new destinations this winter. Lets explore the winter wonderland, smell the roasting chestnuts and tune the radio ro the classics. 64908 FIRST-TIMERS. T W O ECLECTIC ~~ women seeking men country gentlemen from Addison County looking for dinner companions in country home. We'll cook. Seeking educated, fit, outdoor enthusiasts, 35-45. 64910 HI. PM, 28, 5'8", 160 LBS. I AM responsible, considerate, health-conscious and energetic. My interests are: running, skiing and volunteer work. Would like to meet a PF who is affectionate to share Felicitous feline seeks meaningful conversation, dreams and 64911 healthy, liberal. Intellec- adventures. SWM, 23, BROWN HAIR, HAZEL eyes, 5'8", 150 lbs., real, honest, loving, tual, financially secure warm heart, quiet, artistic. Enjoys outdoors, sun, moon, stars. Committed and computer literate musician in a band. 64568 ORALLY PROFICIENT, YOUTHFUL, jungle cat, 30-40. This muscular, imaginative handyman, 36, in "Rut-Vegas," transportationally constrictpi us-si zed belle will purr ed, ISO solid, energetic, edible female, 25-45, for light, funky, hedonistic dis(growl) with delight at tractions, anytime. Wanna play? 64572 SEEKING CHEMISTRY. ARTISTIC, your call, open-minded, intelligent, attractive and fit. SPM desires same in SF, 28-40, for possible LTR. 64580 SHY, HANDSOME YOUNG MAN, 20, ISO beautiful woman, 19-29, for P( I N IIUll t >t Ilk" well win: erotic night of sexploration. Must be open-minded and like hotel rooms. dinner tor Iw i<it 64638 G O O D LOOKING, THIRTYSOMJbCOSHOS DINER llOShcl&umclM. T H I N G PM seeking slender, attractive F So. Burlington for adventurous adult fun. Experience 651-6774 preferred; discretion assured. 64647 DWM, 42, TALL, LEAN, BUSINESSLOVE IS A G O O D T H I N G . DWM, man, runner, father, grounded, enlight5'9", 145 lbs., youthful 46, open-mindened, evolving, humorous, ISO D/SWF ed, secure, attractive. Likes outdoors, to share laughter, learning, exercise, food, travel, adventure, photography, tennis, travel, life, intimacy. 64534 life, fun and romance. 64920 TEMPUS FUGIT. Light-treading YEARNING T O SHARE THE PHYSIKerouakian, 37, SWM, 6'1", 182 lbs., CAL, emotional and spiritual connection self-thinker, nature lover, ISO kind, natand bring out the best in each other? I'm ural F for sun, snow, peaceful times, NS, active, visionary, entrepreneurial, out5'4"+. 64514 doorsy, and want to make everyday life DWM, 43, 6'2", 195 LBS., JUST AN an adventure. If you're a woman, in her average guy, looking for the love & affec40's, full of passion, zest and curiosity, tion of caring and sensual female. Must let's connect. 64921 believe in love at first sight, be uninhibitT W O TYPES ADVERTISE: NEEDY ed, spontaneous and willing to give of VS. SEARCHING. Rocky seeks themselves. Northwest, please. Will Adrianne. Strong, gentle heart of gold answer all (Ma, D or S). 64509 ISO quiet, shy with fortune inside her head. NA twentysomething. 64811

GRAD STUDENT, 25, SWM, ISO attractive F, 20-50, to escape my studies with. No strings, just discreet, hedonistic fun! 64914 DWPM, 43, ENJOYS LAUGHTER, outdoors, cooking, dancing, theater, music. 5'7", 165 lbs., granola-head type, 2 daughters (enough!), NS, social drinker. Looking for woman who likes fun, uses head and heart. 64917 IT'S T O O COLD T O SPEND WINTER alone. Fit SWPM, 26, 57", 145 lbs. I'm an unattached, intelligent, independent, witty man who has nearly everything he wants in life—except for a twentysomething SWPF who shares these qualities. NS, ND. Don't be shy. Call! 64918 SWM, 20, 5'11", LOOKING FOR someone to take walks with and have a glass of wine in the moonlight. Love could be near. 64919

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HI, I'M LOOKING FOR A RELAT I O N S H I P with a guy who is caring, understanding and loving. 5'9", brown/blue, in shape, love the outdoors, outgoing, energetic. Call me. 64080 AIM T O PLEASE. GWM, — hair, mustache, 6'1", good-looking, fun to be with. Looking for someone, 20's40's, for the same. Let's have fun and lots more. 64090 24 YO, 6', 195 LBS., N O T A PERFECT body, but a very nice guy, new to Burlington, seeking decent guy. Interests include travel, cooking and watching TV. 64088 BURLINGTON BEAR LOOKING for LTR. Smoker, social drinker, big hairy guy looking for Mr. Right. You: in good shape mentally, preferably out &c not feminine. Need a top man willing to be my partner in life. 64055

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WITTY, RADIANT DJP, 40, wise when not bemused, ISO educated, active philosopher type w/ fast skis/slow hands who knows life's simpler than it looks. If you can tango, even better. Box 237 •-' ' WTF, 46, NS, CUIU.Y B$BOWN~ hair, native N e w ^ r k e r , p h ^ e i a n , mother. I enjoy skiing, dancing, dining out," theater, talking, life. ISO WPM, 44-54, who wants good company and to try " some or all of the above with me on both sides of the lake. Box 225 DR. LAUkA W O U L D APPROVE! PCSWF, 33," I S p PCSWM, 30-40; friends first. Likes outdoors, quiet times and fun, too! For LTR eventually. Pic/letter, please. Box 226 r ' S W F l S O SM, 21 30—SENSE O F * humor, sense of cuddles & conversation, willingness to break the ice, spend time being playful or simply listening. Box 224 DWPF, 39, NS, SENSITIVE ANDgerv" uine, very attractive, loves working out, the outdoors, dancing, movies, quiet, romantic evenings. ISO handsome, fit D/SWPM, 34-41. Photo appreciated. Box 220

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SWF, N D , 40'S, ATTRACTIVE, FIT, enjoys working out, travel and romantic dinners. Light smoker ISO M, 40-50, with similar interests. Box 219 YOU? LICK. SEXY? NIBBLE. 20)S? Laugh. Animalistic? Touch. Hedonistic? Caress. Hotty? Lap. Available? Girate. Experienced? Exhale. Adventurous? Perma-grin. Me? Cute, married, willing. Picture, please. Box 221 MISTRESS FOR YOU? Are you a passionate, professional, financially able gentleman, 50+, who'd enjoy weekly, discreet rendezvous? Extremely attractive, sensual, articulate SWF, 31, awaits. Box 222 COLLEGE W O M A N TIRED O F BOYS ISO an intelligent, attractive and fun man, 20-25. This intelligent and happy 20 YO desires friendship and possibly more. Box 216 AI TRACTIVE PROFESSIONAL with' realistic expectations seeks energetic man in his 60s for good conversation and high adventure. I offer integrity, sophistication, intelligence and an occasional impulse to cook. Interests include books, films, theater, music, tennis, skiing, hiking, politics, old houses and new ideas. And you? Box 213 HOLIDAYS APPROACHING! DWF, 38, seeking S/DWM, 40 s, must be honest, romantic, humorous, playful & serious; like children, movies, walks, sunsets. Send letter & photo. Box 208 DWPF, 47, LIGHTLY S T O M P I N G existential pathway, enjoying irony and beauty, welcomes seriously goofy M to share some space, music, nature and crayons. Boldly go! Box 204

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WIRY, YOUNG, QUEER GUY W I T H phat beard and wild hair dreaming of a sweet, sexy man who believes in magik & revolution. I love gettiri mello, reggae, gardening, good food and wilderness. I hate the government, deodorant and Wal-Mart. ISO a kindred spirit. 64071 HEY, FOOTBALL FANS! G W M , ALLAmerican, 6'4", 210-lb. QB needs TE or WR to complete big play. Must be in shape, 25-45, and coachable! 64926 WHAT'S T H E 411? G W M , crazy, sexy, cool," 18, loves dancing, music, hanging, 5'4", 150 lbs., br./br. ISO sincere GM, 18-25, who's down 4 whateva. 64696 IF YOU WANT T O WRITE A personal" ad that is funny, clever, romantic and open-minded, but couldn't think of what to write, then answer this one! I'm a GWM, tall, blonde, a good listener and clever (but not too clever). 64810 BiM, NEWLY SEPARATED, IS seeking friendship and adventures for possible LTR. Enjoys the arts, exercise and caring contact. Ask me, I'll answer. 64909 LET'S BRING IN T H E N E W YEAR together. GM, 38, artist, NS, lightdrinker. Interests: spirituality, literature, films, hiking. ISO GM, 23-48. 64582

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G W M , LATE 30'S, 150 LBS., 5 7 " , muscular. ISO in-shape Bi/GM, 18-45, for interlude. No strings. Discreet. 64513 GBM, 6', 160 LBS., SUPERIOR body, intense lover of nature, explorer of internal/external dimensions, seeks intimate union w/ fearless adventurer who is not afraid to be ecstatic, to own his wholeness & the power of love. Will you join in?64519 RUTLAND, CITY SGM, 37, 6', 185 lbs., NS/ND, energetic, open-minded, hard-working, joyful, ISO GM, 18-37, for friendship and/or relationship. Physically disabled O.K. No smokers/ drinkers, please. 64487

CAIRNS ARENA, 1/2, A F T E R N O O N . You: mom, two boys, blonde, headband, white sweatshirt. Me: burgundy sweatshirt, tan workpants. Spoke briefly on/off ice, no injuries! Single? Call. Thanks for a great smile. 64089 H U N G E R MT., JAN. 4. BLONDE snowshoer from Burlington. Are you tough? Is it any of my business? Bush Whacker. 64086

OTHER IN SEARCH OF...AN ATTRACTIVE BiF for my girlfriend. She is 5'9 1/2", dark hair and blue eyes. Wants someone sexy and sensual to help her tease me and experience pure ecstacy. Discretion and disease-free a must. 64924

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SENSITIVE NICE GUY. DWPM, 47, attractive, fit, educated, NS, ISO loyal woman, 39-50, for LTR. Interests: travel, dreams, responsible, dancing, walks, sports and more. Box 234 M O M , DIVORCED, OVER 30, tired of sitting home? Part-time (LTR). Business owner with 2 children seeks gal for fun times—mental as well as physical. Kids are first, but when they are not looking, we can get lost. Box 235 DISTINGUISHED, SUBMISSIVE gentleman, 50, fit, successful, well-to-do, ISO complimentary fit w/ classy, sensual, commanding woman who enjoys being in charge, waited on and pampered by compliant, unburdening man who enjoys your domestic & personal chores & truly pleasing &c supporting you. Box 232 IRREVOCABLE ECOLOGIST SORT seeks same for philosophical intercourse & possible LTR. Partial to habitat on the west end of Champlain Basin Bioregion. Pantheist okay. Beauty & brains acceptable. Healthy humor a must. Late 30s w/ fashion attitude preferred. Activist—perfect. Box 233 FROM MONTPELIER (LAKE Champlain for half the year): NS/ND DWPM, good-looking, athletic, multidimensional, independent, secure, honest, kind, generous, adventurous, humorous, fun. You: good-looking, 40ish, similar. Box 230

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M, 39, 165 LBS., 6', D I S E N C H A N T ED with decent, responsible, celibate lifestyle, seeking mischievous F party animal for occasional, discreet afternoon fun and friendship. Box 228 SWM, 35, NECROPHILIAC W I T H Oedipus complex seeks F, 18-25, for sim ulated post-mortem outrages, bedtime stories, etc. DeSade seeks Ms. Von Sacher-Masoch. Box 227 T H I R D SHIFT BLUES. DWPM, 41, 6T", 170 lbs., NS/ND, quiet, good look ing, nice. ISO F, 30-40, NS, fit. Like kids. Send picture. Can't wait. Box 225 D W P C M , 49, DEAF AND BRIGHT, ISO outstanding Christian woman who's sane, secure and fun to be with. At minimum, basic knowledge of Deaf culture and sign language are essential for lifelong of hiking, soft music and dining but, to name just a few. Write. It takes only a spark to get a fire going. Box 218 I M AS DIFFERENT AS YOU. Educated, Catholic intellectual with a shy, loving, sincere heart and taste for good music, conversation, dining and laughter, ISO F, 25-33 or so. First letters, then friends, then heaven. No feminists or NPR listeners, please. Box 215 SKIING, BALLROOM DANCING partner. SWPM, NS, ISO good downhill & x-c skier, 45-55, who would also consider ballroom dancing lessons. Box 214 HI. 45 YO FLOWER C H I L D ISO Piscean beauty. Start new tribe. Back to land, happy camper, honesty, looks, total respect for all beings. Peace. Box 209 ARTIST, IENDER-HEARTED, phll^T sophically challenged, likes rowdy nights at home; scared of long romantic walks. Hates to be obedient. Has email. Prefers attractive New Yorker (30's). Box 210

ELEGANT GENTLEMAN. D W P M , 50, tall, slim, classy, attractive, seeking sincere, honest, educated lady for quality LTR only. No games. Box 211 WHIPS A N D C H A I N S K E P T IN good condition? Always read Kant's "Critique of Pure Reason" naked? SWM, slightly fiftysomething, in long-distance shape. Box 205

C U R I O U S F, 20, SEEKING CLEAN, attractive F, 18-25, for discreet, sensual fun. Please send picture/letter. Box 217

1)0 v-* MMMMMS READY FOR IT. GM, 40, ISO MAN with integrity, 35-50, for LTR. Interests: culture, causes, nature, spirituality. Your respect gets mine. Box 229 SAFE & CLEAN WM, W H O IS VERY discreet and sincere, invites masculine, muscular men to share morning coffee and essential exercise at my place. Box 201

ATTRACTIVE, TRIM, INTELLIGENT, 50 s, sincere, bi-curious, professional M seeks attractive couple (M&F) with similar qualities to share discreet, clean, safe intimacy. Box 236

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