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FRENCH TOAST

Richard Jackson, 100, of Townshend, who fought German soldiers in France during World War II, was just awarded France’s Legion of Honor, Vermont Public reported. Merci.

That’s how many hot dogs fans consumed at the Vermont Lake Monsters’ ﬁrst 25-cent hot dog night of the season.

STORMY WEATHER

BUDGET’S A LOCK

Burlington city councilors unanimously approved a $107.8 million spending plan for ﬁscal year 2025 on Monday that closes a signiﬁcant budget gap while also investing in public safety.

e budget uses tax and fee increases and spending cuts to close a $14.2 million shortfall caused largely by inflation and the end of federal coronavirus aid. Despite the budget pressures, the plan still earmarks money to hire 10 police officers and 11 “community service officers” to respond to quality-of-life calls, in keeping with Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak’s pledge to improve community safety.

It wasn’t initially clear how Mulvaney-Stanak — the city’s ﬁrst Progressive mayor in 12 years — would mesh with a Democrat-controlled council on matters of spending and on public safety in particular, given past partisan squabbles. But before the vote, the mayor and councilors from both caucuses praised one another for collaborating.

“I’m particularly proud of this,” Mulvaney-Stanak said. “I think that bodes well for a stronger local government where we can work through different opinions and approaches and ﬁnd compromise.”

e budget is about 7 percent higher than the current

1. “UVM Abruptly Fires Roughly 10 Staffers in the Center for Health and Wellbeing” by Anne Wallace Allen. e university says it’s part of a plan to integrate services.

year’s. e $0.83 tax rate represents a 10.7 percent increase for the new ﬁscal year, which begins July 1.

Owners of a home assessed at $500,000 will pay about $33.50 more in municipal property taxes every month. Adding in school taxes and costs for utilities and recycling service, the same homeowner will pay a total of about $101.50 more every month, according to city estimates.

Mulvaney-Stanak’s plan raises $5.8 million in new taxes, with $1.35 million from a higher public safety tax, one of several levies that make up the municipal tax rate. Voters approved a 3-cent public safety tax increase — which would have created about $1.8 million in revenue — but MulvaneyStanak is only raising the rate by 2 cents so as not to overburden property tax payers.

e city will save about $1 million by leaving 18 positions vacant, a third of them from the ofﬁce of Racial Equity, Inclusion & Belonging. Mulvaney-Stanak’s original plan called for keeping 22 positions vacant, but councilors asked to bring several back into the budget. ey include three community service ofﬁcers, who will help patrol downtown, and a housing program administrator to help enforce city ordinances.

Read Courtney Lamdin’s full story at sevendaysvt.com.

Vermont had some heavy wind and rain, but no tornadoes, Sunday, despite the “watch.” A twister did touch down in southern New Hampshire.

GIVE ’EM ELLE

Montgomery’s Elle Purrier St. Pierre qualiﬁed on Monday to represent the U.S. in the summer Olympics in the 5,000-meter race. Vermont fast.

PAGING DR. OBVIOUS

Vermont’s health care system is expensive, has long waits and lacks adequate sta , a consultant found. You don’t say!

2. “With a Run of Concerts at Trapp Family Lodge, e Sound of Music’ Comes Home” by Mary Ann Lickteig. Seven Days tells the real story of the singing clan that settled in Stowe and the popular musical they inspired.

3. “Vermont Lawmaker Releases Spy Cam Video of Rival Lawmaker Dumping Water in His Bag” by Kevin McCallum. Seven Days story of Rep. Mary Morrissey “wet-bagging” a legislator’s stuff went viral.

4. “Kismet Mediterranean Grill to Open in Burlington” by Melissa Pasanen. e eatery at 180 Battery Street will serve Turkish dishes and more.

5. “Phoenix Books to Move to Burlington’s Church Street” by Nina Sablan. e independent downtown bookstore is moving to the former Slate space.

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Join us this Sat June 29th and Sun June 30th between 12 p.m.-5 p.m. at Camp Plymouth State Park for the latest Pints for Parks collaboration with @WhetstoneBeer. e limited edition Golden Hour Helles lager was created to honor all 55 #VTStateParks for the 100th anniversary.

SIPPING SUSTAINABLY

Snow Farm Vineyard in South Hero is well known for its free summer concert series. Every ursday, hundreds of people descend on the picturesque winery for live music, dancing, food and drinks. is year’s events feature something new.

Burlington’s Zero Gravity Craft Brewery is selling its beers in reusable aluminum cups in an attempt to cut down on waste.

10,000 plastic cups, according to Laina Grant, the company’s director of New England sales.

By switching to aluminum, the brewery estimates it will need just 1,200 cups for the entire summer. ose vessels cost 67 cents each, compared to 10 cents for plastic, but, in the end, “we’re actually paying way less,” Grant said. e brewery will collect, clean and sanitize them for reuse.

Wine will still be served in recyclable plastic cups, but some customers bring their own glasses, according to Lane. Aluminum alters the taste of wine, so the vineyard is considering investing in reusable stainless steel cups, he said.

“We’re really … committed to moving away from single-use plastics,” vineyard owner David Lane said.

Zero Gravity has tried other ways to serve beer sustainably. Two years ago, the company used compostable cups. But the facility that accepted them no longer does. And the compostable cups could potentially melt in the heat, according to Grant, which was problematic for a summertime concert series.

Zero Gravity has been the ofﬁcial beer provider at the concerts for about 10 years. Over the course of a summer, the brewery would go through more than

e aluminum cups have already made their debut and earned praise from customers.

“We actually got a number of positive comments at the ﬁrst concert,” Lane said.

Snow Farm and Zero Gravity have other environmental initiatives in the works. e winery is planning to install solar panels later this summer that will produce 115 percent of its current electric needs. Zero Gravity, meanwhile, contributes to an anaerobic digester that produces electricity from wastewater and organic solids. e company also gives a portion of taproom sales of Green State Lager to environmental groups. e company “has always been about sustainability,” Grant said. “We’re constantly looking for opportunities to improve the environment.”

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UTILITIES INVEST IN RENEWABLES

Many Vermonters agree that climate change and its impacts are a critical challenge. We need to have accurate information on initiatives to address this situation. Unfortunately, Seven Days readers may have been confused or misled by an erroneous allegation in a June 12 letter [Feedback: “Override H.289”] claiming that “Vermont’s utilities ... have long resisted significant steps toward renewables.”

Burlington Electric Department, Washington Electric Co-op and Swanton Electric have maintained 100 percent renewable power supply status for a number of years. Just how does this constitute long resistance to significant steps toward renewables?

It’s worth noting that, with the exception of Green Mountain Power, all of Vermont’s electric utilities are not-forprofit, publicly controlled entities: two consumer-owned and democratically governed cooperatives and 14 disparate municipally owned departments.

Generically demonizing “the utilities” as somehow being aligned in lockstep against the public interest ignores this fact and works to discourage stakeholder commitment to collaborate on effective solutions.

Barry Bernstein EAST CALAIS

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Bernstein and Fox are both retired member-elected directors of Washington Electric Co-op.

NO EXPLANATION?

[Re “Lawmaker Apologizes to House for ‘Wet-Bagging’ Incidents,” June 17; “Lawmaker Offers an Apology, but No Explanation, for Soaking a Rival’s Stuff,” June 12; “Lawmaker Releases Spy Cam Video of a Rival Dumping Water in His Bag,” June 11; “A Lawmaker’s Bag Was Repeatedly Drenched, and Now a Colleague Faces a Probe,” June 7]: To say that I’m appalled at Rep. Mary Morrissey’s behavior would be putting it mildly.

Lurking, stalking — whatever you want to call her repeated watching and waiting for Rep. Jim Carroll to arrive and hang his canvas bag outside his committee room just to pour water into it — is at a minimum bizarre, if not a sign of something more

serious. To apologize yet go on to say that she doesn’t have an explanation is a huge red flag. Even the more high-profile politicians who are perpetrating the decline of basic decency in this country know to blame someone or something, no matter how misguided. I think we can all agree that Vermont is no place for a 5-year-old’s antics, especially in our Statehouse.

Jennifer Smith SOUTH BURLINGTON

BAD CITIZEN!

[Re “Lawmaker Apologizes to House for ‘Wet-Bagging’ Incidents,” June 19]: Curious: Did you intentionally place an ad for the Good Citizen Challenge on the same page as your story of Rep. Mary Morrissey’s apology to Rep. Jim Carroll for “wet-bagging”?

Lizbeth Ryan WALTHAM

MORE APOLOGIES

We live in a world of adolescent adult behavior, much of it blatant and without apology [“Lawmaker Offers an Apology, but No Explanation, for Soaking a Rival’s Stuff,” June 12].

Harold Maio FORT MYERS, FL

A TIME FOR STATESMANSHIP

What a shock to read that two members of the Vermont legislature were entangled in this way [“Lawmaker Apologizes to House for ‘Wet-Bagging’ Incidents,” June 17; “Lawmaker Offers an Apology, but No Explanation, for Soaking a Rival’s Stuff,” June 12; “Lawmaker Releases Spy Cam Video of a Rival Dumping Water in His Bag,” June 11; “A Lawmaker’s Bag

CORRECTION

June 12’s Side Dishes column misstated the nature of the closure of Bristol’s Village Creeme Stand. The seasonal stand will be closed this summer, but the family expects to reopen it in the future.

CLARIFICATION

The cover photo that illustrated last week’s cover story, “The Hills Are Alive,” showed Mary Martin, Broadway’s first Maria von Trapp, running with some of Maria and Georg’s grandchildren in Stowe in 1959. From left, they are Martin, Tobias and Elisabeth von Trapp. Their siblings Bernhard and Barbara are partially hidden.

Was Repeatedly Drenched, and Now a Colleague Faces a Probe,” June 7]! Where are the leadership skills in communication and the standards of integrity in our body of elected officials?

How can we remedy this failure of leadership and educate our elected officials to rise to the necessary political statesmanship required to function effectively for the common good of all?

Dianne Pierson BURLINGTON

‘PLEASE COME BACK’

One would never know to look at Dakota Burr, featured in the cover article [“’We’re Leaving’: Winooski’s Bargain Real Estate Attracted a Diverse Group of Residents for Years. Now They’re Being Squeezed Out,” May 1], that he is more vested in Vermont than most people reading Seven Days

Sixty years ago, when I moved to Vermont, I met his mother, her four sisters in ’fros and caftans, and an amazing entourage of artists and musicians from New York City, at a time when the best communication was on a wired phone multiparty line.

For those of us who felt culturally starved, their house was full of intrigue and wonder. Some of their children went to the two-room public school where I went for eighth grade. The children of Art Blakey of the Jazz Messengers — Dakota’s cousins — were there, too. Blakey’s son is a performance artist and scat singer and lives in Vermont.

In the 1980s, Dakota’s father teamed up as a singer with the stellar jazz trio Sklar, Grippo & Salisbury to become Pure Pressure. They were always a blast and in huge demand.

I feel for Dakota because his parents died young from disease and he doesn’t have them. My words may not help, but I want to say that 60 years ago, the young people who were from here moved away because there were no jobs. They left, made money and came back.

Kids, if you have to leave, please come back!

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FOOD+DRINK 36

Dairy Diversity

Pawlet’s Woodlawn Farm leverages Consider Bardwell’s award-winning cheese recipes in a shot at survival

GREEN DREAM

NEWS+POLITICS 14

Burlington’s Burden Queen City ofﬁcials ask surrounding towns for help confronting the homelessness crisis

Vermont Senators Sue Over State Ed Secretary Appointment

The Long Slog Back Flood damage and the transition to remote work are hurting businesses in Vermont’s Capital City

UVM Fires Roughly 10 Center for Health and Wellbeing Sta ers

Chemicals Leaked From Guard Base Reached a Wastewater Plant

Flippin’ Out

Vermont pays $175,000 to man arrested for giving the middle ﬁnger to state trooper

Monkton Man Cited for Allegedly Threatening Lawmaker

FEATURES 26

When Nations Gather

Québec’s powwow season, a summer tradition, kicks off

ARTS+CULTURE 42

Fog of War

Book review: e Warm Hands of Ghosts Katherine Arden

Bitter End

eater review: e Beauty Queen of Leenane, Dorset eatre Festival

Lincoln Musician

Michael Chorney Wins 2024 Lockwood Prize

Phoenix Books to Move to Burlington’s Church Street

Figuring It Out

“Essential Figure” at BCA Center reworks an artistic tradition

Hunter Barnes Brings Sri Lanka Closer in ‘A World Away’

Faraway Nearby

Burlington keeps showing up for Kismayo Kitchen’s approachable Somali-inspired eats

COLUMNS

11 Magniﬁcent 7 13 From the Publisher

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Movie Review

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sculptor Kat Clear teamed up with welding students from Northlands Job Corps to fabricate a gigantic ﬂower sculpture that transformed a bus stop in downtown Vergennes. Seven Days’ Eva Sollberger watched the piece come to

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SATURDAY 29

ACROBAT SIGNAL

e high-ﬂying aerialists and awe-inspiring acrobats of Circus Smirkus — all of them between the ages of 10 and 18 — kick off their 2024 Big Top Tour at the Circus Barn in Greensboro. Audiences in Waterbury, Milton and Hanover, N.H., also take part in the fun before the troupe heads off on a trek around New England.

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WEDNESDAY 3

Take the Lake

Burlington’s Community Sailing Center hosts Rock the Dock, the annual Independence Day soirée with some of the best views of the Queen City ﬁreworks show. Attendees indulge in barbecue and drinks by the waterfront and dance the night away under the open sky. All funds beneﬁt CSC’s sailing scholarships for local families.

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e 23rd annual Jenny Brook Bluegrass Festival, Vermont’s premier destination for lovers of old-time tunes and ﬁrst-class ﬁddling, returns this week to the Tunbridge World’s Fairgrounds. e lineup includes such beloved acts as Dan Tyminski, Sister Sadie, Lonesome River Band, the Ruta Beggars, and Bob & Sarah Amos.

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SATURDAY 29

Lost Inn Time

LGBTQ locals dress to impress and close out Pride Month at Disco Inferno, a delightful dance party at Ciao Popolo, the Bellows Falls spot formerly known as the Andrews Inn. Between 1970s dancing-queen sets, patrons celebrate their history by fondly recalling the days of this unlikely gay hot spot that drew guests from across the northeast. Ages 18 and up.

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FRIDAY 28 & SATURDAY 29

Off Broadway

JAG Productions presents its triumphant — if bittersweet — ﬁnal curtain call, Sondheimia, at the Barrette Center for the Arts in White River Junction. is virtuosic one-man show, created and performed by award-winning Black American musical theater actor Larry Owens, draws on the music of Stephen Sondheim to tell a story about love and ambition.

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SUNDAY 30

Bon Jour

Vermonters don their chapeaux and brush up on their français for the annual French Heritage Day, when the Winooski Farmers Market overﬂows with French and Québécois music, food and history. is outdoor fête on Winooski Falls Way features music by DéjàNous, baking contests, pétanque games and plenty of bites that have foodies saying mon Dieu!

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ONGOING A Wood Man

Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne presents “Luminous, ” a group show centered on the work of New Haven artist David Maille. Inspired by the Vermont landscape and the late-19th-century arts and crafts movement, Maille’s paintings incorporate his woodworking skills as much as his eye for oils. e exhibit also features pieces in a variety of mediums from glass to sculpture by other regional artists, including Bonnie Acker and Elizabeth Allen.

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Football Fans

I live with a man who would rather be playing soccer. For the 22 years I have shared with Tim Ashe — and well before that — he has been a devoted spectator and practitioner of the sport. That means: For two decades he’s been trying to explain the “beautiful game” to me. Long before “Ted Lasso,” I got schooled in the complexities of English Premier League relegation. Also: footwork, player bios, crowd chants and soccer history. Tim watches his favorite European “football” teams compete on TV channels I’ve never heard of — often in different languages. If the match is being broadcast live, he’ll summon me for the instant replays. If it’s streaming, he likes to rewind and point out the best plays. I’ve seen the glory of Cruyff turns, nutmegs and bicycle kicks and, sadly, witnessed plenty of heartbreaking “own goals.”

I wish I had a dollar for every time he’s tried to explain the meaning of “offsides.”

Tim was onto Lionel Messi when only Catalans knew who he was. In 2010, we saw him score two goals against Villarreal from the cheap seats in Barcelona, along with 105,000 of his biggest fans. Well behaved and impeccably dressed, they were not the rowdy crowd we expected.

Even more than watching Messi, though, Tim enjoys playing soccer. Nothing makes him happier than running around a field with a bunch of guys — and, increasingly, gals — indoors and out in Shelburne, Essex and Burlington. I rarely see the games because of my work schedule, but when I do, I’m struck by the diversity of the players. The best place to really get to know Vermont’s new Americans is on the soccer pitch.

Even if I don’t get to the game, I hear about it after. When Tim gets home — muddy, sweaty and sometimes injured — he acts out some of the most memorable plays. Or he draws them on a napkin for me.

It’s not just about skills; even at an amateur level, the game builds character and connection. Tim counts his soccer teammates among his closest friends. While I’m exercising alone at the gym or in the pool, he’s bonding with buddies over postgame beers. His greatest concern is potentially letting them down. At 47, he’s one of the oldest players on the field.

All of which is to say: Mostly thanks to Tim, I saw this soccer thing coming. Eventually the U.S. had to catch on to a sport that enraptures every other country in the world. I learned that lesson living in two different African countries, Benin and Uganda, where kids played in the streets using balls fashioned from whatever material was available. Traveling in Italy one summer night, I couldn’t figure out why the train to Rome was almost empty — until I noticed a roar every time we passed through a town. Italy was playing in the World Cup, and everybody — probably even the conductor — was watching the game, cheering for their squadra. Of course, Vermont is embracing soccer a little differently. The guys who started Vermont Green FC named and pitched it perfectly. In this week’s cover story, “Green Dream,” Chris Farnsworth explains the wild success of the team and the local culture growing around it. Full disclosure: When he isn’t writing for Seven Days, Chris plays soccer — at times with Tim. Last time they battled for the ball, Chris kicked Tim hard in the ankle. I got a full report. Icing ensued.

It’s all part of the game, which, bumps and bruises aside, is indeed some kind of beautiful.

Paula Routly

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Tim Ashe (in orange) playing soccer in 2017

Burlington’s Burden?

BY COURTNEY LAMDIN •

FHOUSING

or years, Burlington o cials have ﬁelded near-daily complaints about the city’s homelessness problem. Online forums and social media pages are rife with rants about people sleeping in business entryways, on benches, in city parks. At a recent city council meeting, a resident hu ed that the city had “lost Church Street” to the unhoused.

The city has set up shelters and hired social workers, but the crisis has deepened — and could get worse. As many as several hundred people are expected to be evicted from the state’s motel program by fall, starting next week.

Many of those evictees will likely settle in Burlington.

Convinced that their city has borne the brunt of a homelessness crisis that extends far beyond its borders, Burlington o cials have begun to seek help from surrounding towns through a mix of soft-sell diplomacy and commonsense economic arguments. While it remains unclear what those towns could do di erently to ease the burden on Burlington, the state’s largest city, crossborder tensions over homelessness are bound to loom over future debates about where or whether to create more shelter space in Chittenden County.

For some Burlington o cials, frustrations are already building.

Vermont Senators Sue Over State Ed Secretary Appointment

BY ALISON NOVAK • alison@sevendaysvt.com

Two state senators ﬁled a lawsuit last week alleging that Gov. Phil Scott violated state law and the Vermont Constitution by naming Zoie Saunders to serve as interim education secretary even though the Senate voted not to conﬁrm her.

e suit, which was ﬁled against Scott and Saunders, marks another hurdle for the secretary, a former charter school strategist from Florida. She has faced pointed criticism over her credentials since the governor announced that she was his pick for the top education job in March.

e lawsuit was ﬁled by Sens. Tanya Vyhovsky (P/D-Chittenden-Central) and Dick McCormack (D-Windsor) in Washington County Superior Court. It states that the governor “purposefully circumvented the constitutional and statutory requirement to obtain the advice and consent of the Vermont Senate” in appointing Saunders.

On April 30, the Senate voted 19-9 against conﬁrming the appointment. Immediately afterward, Scott appointed Saunders as interim secretary. In a press release announcing his decision, Scott said the move was made “pursuant to my constitutional authority to ﬁll vacancies.” e governor’s then-press secretary Jason Maulucci said Scott was considering appointing Saunders to the permanent job after the Senate adjourns.

“One gentleman was hollering [at me] over email about all the unhoused in Burlington, and he was from Charlotte,” City Councilor Sarah Carpenter (D-Ward 4) said. “I’m like, ‘OK, what is your town doing?’”

In an e ort to spur a regional discussion, the city last spring started hosting meetings of leaders around the county to discuss homelessness, but attendance has dropped o . At last month’s session, only one o cial from another community — South Burlington Police Chief Shawn Burke, a former Burlington deputy chief — showed up.

Vyhovsky and McCormack assert that no provision in state statute allows for “interim” secretary appointments that bypass the Senate. ey want the court to declare that Saunders lacks the authority to do the job.

Jared Carter, one of the lawyers representing the plaintiffs and a professor at Vermont Law & Graduate School, said the lawsuit is not partisan but is fundamentally about the separation of powers, as laid out in the state’s constitution.

In a statement last ursday, the governor defended the appointment and suggested that the lawsuit was meant to distract from the yield bill, which will raise Vermonters’ property taxes an average of 13.8 percent in order to fund increasing education costs. e governor vetoed that bill, but the legislature overrode Scott’s veto last week. ➆

Zoie Saunders

The Long Slog Back

Flood damage and the transition to remote work are hurting businesses in Vermont’s Capital City

BY ANNE WALLACE ALLEN • anne@sevendaysvt.com

Eric Bigglestone is used to riding out seasonal population fluctuations that affect sales at his Montpelier family business, Capitol Stationers. In summer and fall, visitors fill the sidewalks, and traffic is gridlocked at Montpelier’s one downtown stoplight. That helps make up for winter, when streets go quiet after 5 p.m.

This year feels different, Bigglestone said. Sales are slower than they usually are in mid-June. And the streets look emptier than usual. “You don’t hear a peep about the lack of parking in Montpelier anymore,” he observed.

Some of Montpelier’s business owners are worried about the months ahead, during which they would typically generate the bulk of their annual revenue. Since the pandemic, the state workers who used to patronize downtown businesses have largely disappeared and continue to work remotely. The catastrophic flooding of last July has left empty storefronts gathering dust. The city has been working hard to promote its downtown but is struggling to get back to normal.

While many shops have reopened, business is slow.

“Usually, I hire people in February to train them to be ready for things to pick up in April,” said Lauren Parker,

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co-owner of the North Branch Café. “We still haven’t picked up. Is it ever going to?”

Sales dropped sharply after the July 2023 flooding, which destroyed several businesses in Montpelier’s historic downtown. City data show that spending on lodging and meals between July 1 and September 30 last year declined by a third compared to the previous year. In the next quarter, it was down 22 percent; in the first quarter of this year, 12 percent.

BUSINESS

While those numbers suggest that things are improving, business owners say customer traffic remained much lower than expected in May and early June.

Data collected over the past several months by Central Vermont Economic Development show a 40 percent drop in business in flooded areas, compared to the period between 2019 and 2022, executive director Melissa Bounty said. She surveyed 12 businesses. Along with the flood and loss of state workers, she cites Montpelier’s housing shortage as a factor depressing local commerce.

Most locals agree that restaurants have taken the hardest hit. Katie Trautz, who directs Montpelier Alive,

EDUCATION

UVM Fires

Roughly 10 Center for Health and Wellbeing Staffers

BY ANNE WALLACE ALLEN anne@sevendaysvt.com

e University of Vermont abruptly ﬁred about 10 people in its Center for Health and Wellbeing last week.

UVM ofﬁcials said the decision, which targeted positions in education and outreach, is part of a reorganization aimed at integrating counseling and psychiatric treatment with substance abuse support services.

e change will remove barriers to access, vice provost for student affairs Erica Caloiero wrote in an email to some staff members.

“Positions in Education and Outreach that do not provide front line care will be discontinued, as will three management positions, in order to elevate talented functional leaders to have direct interface with the department’s head,” Caloiero wrote.

e university gave the staff members no notice, said Rep. Troy Headrick (P/D-Burlington), who works in UVM’s Center for Student Conduct and said he knows many of the affected workers well. ey include a recovery program director, a health and sexuality educator, a mindfulness program coordinator, and a communications manager, according to Headrick and the staff union, UVM Staff United.

“ ey were blindsided,” Headrick said. “ ey got to work on Monday and were told, ‘Your ﬁnal day is 30 days from now, but don’t bother to come to work in the meantime.’”

UVM Staff United, which represents six of the people who lost their jobs, said it was formulating a response. e university doesn’t appear to have violated the staff contract. Copresident Ellen Kaye noted that the union and university have been in contract negotiations for more than three months.

“ is is really interesting timing,” Kaye said. “We’ll stand up for them, and we’ll use whatever tools are at our disposal to hold the administration accountable.”

A few hours after announcing the terminations, Caloiero sent an email announcing that UVM had hired a new executive director for the Center for Health and Wellbeing, Blake Reilly, after a national search. Reilly, who will start at UVM on July 22, “brings with him a plan for improved efﬁciency and effectiveness for CHWB,” Caloiero wrote. In that email, she didn’t mention the job cuts. ➆

“I would love to see a greater sense of accountability and advocacy from a regional level in our response to homelessness,” Sarah Russell, the city’s special assistant to end homelessness, said.

Nearly 300 people are sleeping rough in the greater Burlington area, up from about 50 just a year ago, according to city o cials. A town-by-town count doesn’t exist, but homelessness is most visible in Burlington.

In recent weeks, tents have popped up in several municipal parks, along the waterfront and behind Memorial Auditorium, despite a fence meant to secure the shuttered building.

The Queen City’s image has su ered for it. Variations of “that’s why I don’t go downtown anymore” are common refrains among suburbanites whose towns have been relatively unaffected so far.

Neither the county nor state has a funded strategy to end homelessness, leaving the problem to towns and cities to answer on their own. In recent years, Burlington has added social workers, urban park rangers and a special assistant to end homelessness — Russell, who has the only such post in the state.

In 2020, the city helped open Vermont’s ﬁrst year-round, low-barrier shelter, and last year it installed 35 “shelter pods” to help people ease their way out of homelessness. Both are managed by local nonproﬁts, but the city has also run its own shelters, including a winter warming center at the former Veterans for Foreign Wars building on South Winooski Avenue. Of the county’s 223 shelter beds, all but 28 of them are in Burlington.

“We’ve heard repeatedly that Burlington isn’t doing enough,” City Councilor Tim Doherty (D-East District) said at a city council meeting earlier this month. “But it seems, at least in this area, Burlington is essentially doing everything.”

In some ways, it makes sense that Burlington would carry much of the burden. It is home to a major hospital, offers services for substance use and mental health, and hosts state offices where people can enroll in emergency housing programs. But to some Burlington o cials, the idea that one city alone should confront the crisis ignores the fact that city and state economic fortunes are intertwined.

“It would be really good if other municipalities saw that they had a mutual interest in the vitality of one of our communities, in this case the biggest and the motor for the state,” City Councilor Gene Bergman (P-Ward 2) said. “It’s

not in our interest to have a race to the bottom.”

Leaders of those towns, however, insist that they have played a role. At various points, motels in Colchester housed 10 percent of the people enrolled in the state’s emergency housing program, Town Manager Aaron Frank said. As a result, police calls to those motels jumped ﬁ vefold in a single year, from 2020 to 2021, town data show. Calls for emergency medical crews, which are sta ed by volunteers, increased by about the same rate.

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One such call came on a cold winter night when a pipe burst at the Motel 6 on South Park Drive, displacing dozens of people, including 36 in the state program, according to Frank. With no state workers on duty, town o cials had to ﬁ nd other places for them to sleep.

“That was a very signiﬁ cant, severe impact on Colchester,” Frank said of the motel program. “Other communities that don’t have lower-priced hotels didn’t have that.” Burlington is one of them.

O cials in other surrounding towns said they’re focused on longer-term solutions by supporting permanent housing projects for formerly homeless people.

A total of 94 such units are planned or already have been built in Colchester, Shelburne, Williston and South Burlington as part of the growing portfolio of a ordable housing developer Champlain Housing Trust. Selectboards in Shelburne and Williston each have waived more than $200,000 in fees to make those projects happen.

“This is a housing problem that we need to look at with housing supply all across the spectrum,” said Matthew

Lawless, Shelburne’s town manager. “We have motels and long-range housing goals. This in-between spot [of homeless shelters] is tricky.”

As part of the motel program’s planned wind-down, Vermont lawmakers set aside $10 million to expand emergency shelters across the state. Any city, town or nonproﬁt can use the money to purchase an empty lot or convert an existing building into a shelter. Applications are due July 10, and those from Chittenden County will be considered highest priority.

But many of Burlington’s closest neighbors — Colchester, Essex Junction, Shelburne, South Burlington and Williston — do not plan to apply. O cials in Hinesburg and Winooski didn’t respond to requests for comment.

And after running its winter shelter at the VFW, Burlington isn’t rushing to raise its hand, either. City o cials haven’t yet decided whether to apply for the funding. Russell, Burlington’s homelessness specialist, managed that shelter with one other city sta er and 10 temporary workers, putting in at least one overnight shift a week. Beyond the rigors of working with a challenging population under emergency conditions, Russell said she and her sta frequently had to place lastminute grocery orders and run to Costco for supplies. Russell’s husband told her she couldn’t bring the shelter’s laundry home when its washer and dryer broke.

People want to feel safe in shelters, and “I think we achieved that,” Russell said. “I just don’t know if that’s something that we have the internal infrastructure to continue to do.”

Russell recognizes that smaller towns with even fewer resources may be unable to operate shelters. But they might have an empty parking lot or vacant building where a nonproﬁt group could open a shelter, particularly if state funds are available.

Burlington Mayor Emma MulvaneyStanak was to discuss the issue with town leaders and the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission, one of the only county-level forms of government in the area.

Some o cials seem to be listening, at least in Williston. Members of the town’s housing committee recently discussed opening an emergency shelter, though the idea hasn’t gained traction. The town manager, Erik Wells, is sketching out a proposal to create a community hub where social service providers could meet with clients. A social worker, embedded in the police department, would also work in the building.

Those plans might not become reality for years. The ﬁrst motel departures are imminent. ➆

ENVIRONMENT

Chemicals Leaked From Guard Base Reached a Wastewater Plant

BY KEVIN MCCALLUM • kevin@sevendaysvt.com

A tank full of firefighting chemicals leaked onto the floor of a helicopter hangar at the Vermont National Guard base last week, and some of the toxic material likely reached the Winooski River, officials said on Monday.

The fire-suppression material began spreading across the hangar floor shortly before 9 p.m. last Thursday, according to surveillance video provided by the Guard. It shows a thick white substance flowing toward one of several Black Hawk helicopters operated by the Guard.

e liquid is a concentrate known as AFFF, or aqueous ﬁlm-forming foam, which, when mixed with water, creates a foam that is better than water alone at suppressing fuel ﬁres. But AFFF also contains PFAS chemicals. e group of water-resistant substances is now understood to be toxic and highly resistant to natural breakdown, earning the moniker “forever chemicals.”

e Guard has struggled to contain groundwater contamination from AFFF foam, which it has used for years to practice putting out aircraft ﬁres. Neighboring property owners have complained that their wells have been contaminated with PFAS.

e leak went undetected overnight until Friday morning, by which time some of it had reached a hangar ﬂoor drain — and ﬂowed into South Burlington’s sewer system.

Crews scrambled to prevent the chemicals from entering a nearby wastewater treatment plant, but by Friday morning enough of the substance had reached it that a layer of foam up to three feet thick covered the facility’s treatment ponds.

“I was not happy,” South Burlington water quality superintendent Bob Fischer told Seven Days on Monday. “It looked like a bubble bath.”

e Guard hired contractors who sent a crew with a vacuum truck to suck up

Fireﬁghting foam concentrate leaking into a hangar

the foam from the plant, as well as from a pump station.

On Monday, Guard ofﬁcials said they had captured about 650 of the 800 gallons of concentrate initially released. Fischer said it appeared teams prevented much of the foam from reaching the treatment plant.

“ ey’ve recovered quite a bit of it, but there’s no way they could have gotten it all,” Fischer said. “I would assume some went into the river, and even though it’s a small amount, it’s still a dangerous carcinogen.”

e plant is designed to clean sewage and, like most municipal wastewater facilities, it does not remove PFAS from wastewater, he said.

e tank that leaked had been decommissioned in 2014 because of environmental concerns, Col. Jacob Roy said. e tank was detached from the hangar’s sprinkler system, which now will release only water, Roy said. e 800 gallons of AFFF sat in the tank for a decade because the Guard considered the risk of release to be low, Roy said.

“It’s hard to understand why it was here for so long, but we’re just one piece of a national effort to work with this material and dispose of it properly,” he said. e investigation into what caused the release is ongoing, but it appears to have been a “mechanical failure,” Roy said.

State lawmakers have tried to accelerate the phaseout of such toxic foams, but they have no power over the Guard, which takes its orders from the U.S. Department of Defense.

e spill did not appear to have disrupted the wastewater plant’s functions. e facility treats 2 million gallons of wastewater daily and releases treated water into the nearby Winooski River.

Contractors hired by the Guard will determine the extent of any river contamination, Fischer said.

“We’re going to be testing for months,” he said. ➆

Flippin’ Out

Vermont pays $175,000 to man arrested for giving the middle finger to state trooper

BY DEREK BROUWER • derek@sevendaysvt.com

It all started, Greg Bombard said, with a broken coffee maker. That’s what prompted him to get into his car and head to Dunkin’ on a winter day in 2018.

It ended this month when the State of Vermont paid Bombard $175,000 to settle the lawsuit that ultimately resulted from that short drive.

The settlement covers Bombard’s arrest that day by a state trooper who said the St. Albans Town man flipped him the middle finger — and a second, related citation nearly six years later, on Christmas Day.

Though the state has not admitted wrongdoing, the yearslong saga points to an enduring risk that, when emotions run high, police may misuse their powers to arrest citizens for offensive speech.

The Vermont State Police declined to discuss the case, as did the former trooper who arrested Bombard, sergeant Jay Riggen. He took an occupational- disability-related retirement on May 31, a week before the settlement was signed. Bombard, in an interview with Seven Days and Vermont Public, revealed new details about the series of events and explained how he became a reluctant spokesperson for the constitutional right to tell off a cop.

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All he wanted on February 9, 2018, was a cup of coffee. Bombard, 51 at the time, had the day off from his customer service job at a big-box store. He was on his way back home from Dunkin’ with a cold brew, waiting at a red light on Main Street in St. Albans, when he saw flashing lights behind him. He pulled over near a mound of plowed snow.

Riggen strode to the Mazda and peered down at Bombard from beneath his broadbrimmed hat. Riggen spoke forcefully — an approach the trooper would later describe under oath as coming in “alpha.” Their interaction was captured on Riggen’s dashboard camera and a microphone he wore.

“You need something?” Riggen asked Bombard.

Bombard had no idea what he’d done wrong.

“It looked like you, uh, flipped me off as you were going by there,” Riggen pressed.

“I flipped you off?” Bombard asked, quizzically.

Minutes earlier, Riggen had passed Bombard while the two were driving in opposite directions along Main Street.

Riggen claimed that Bombard had looked at him, lifted his fist and extended his left middle finger above the steering wheel. So the trooper switched on his dashboard camera, turned around and hit his lights.

Now, Bombard explained to the trooper that there was a misunderstanding. Bombard had been merely stretching his fingers over the rim of the wheel, cigarette in hand. “I was doing this,” he demonstrated.

Riggen didn’t sound convinced. It looked like Bombard had stuck his middle finger “up in my face,” he said.

Bombard shot back: “You must be really sensitive.”

“First of all, I’m not an overly sensitive person,” Riggen replied. “And it’s the first time in 12 years I’ve ever stopped someone who I thought flipped me off, so I don’t like that insinuation.”

He told Bombard he’d pulled him over to “make sure that you’re all right” and conceded that perhaps Bombard hadn’t flipped him the bird.

“So, I have a question,” Bombard said. “If someone flipped you off, what is the citation? What is the crime?”

Bombard chuckled.

Flipping off a cop, Riggen said, could serve as a way to get an officer’s attention, either “because they need assistance or they need to have a conversation.”

“Obviously it’s not normal behavior, so I’m going to have that conversation,” Riggen said.

I FELT MAYBE IT WAS SOME SORT OF CORRUPTION, SOME REVENGE ON ME. GREG BOMBARD

Bombard told Riggen he planned to file a complaint against him. He kept asking questions.

The trooper walked away as Bombard was talking.

Then Bombard did something he says was out of character. As he pulled back into traffic, he showed Riggen his middle finger — for real, this time. He called out “Asshole!” and “Fuck you!”

Riggen pulled Bombard over again.

“I’m going to arrest him for disorderly conduct,” the trooper said over his radio. He called for backup.

Riggen ordered Bombard out of the car, on the grounds that he had engaged in “tumultuous” and “profane behavior in public.”

“You’re serious, sir?” Bombard said. “Oh, my God.”

Riggen scolded Bombard for having the “audacity” to flip off a trooper and call him an asshole.

He searched Bombard for weapons — finding only ChapStick — and handcuffed him. He took Bombard to the state police barracks for processing and had his Mazda towed.

“He humiliated me,” Bombard said. The state police put out a press release about the arrest, including Bombard’s mug shot, and local newspapers reported the charge.

Bombard hired a lawyer, and nearly a year later, the state dropped the case. The crime he was accused of, disorderly conduct, is a kind of catch-all misdemeanor charge for unruly behavior. The law contains vague language about using “abusive or obscene language” in a public place, making “unreasonable noise,” or, as Riggen had pointed out, acting in a “tumultuous” way.

Bombard was not the first person to face a disorderly conduct charge for giving a cop the finger. The phenomenon was even the subject of a lengthy academic paper in 2008 whose author, American University Washington College of Law professor Ira Robbins, concluded that such arrests undercut trust in the police and violate the First Amendment rights of those who use the gesture. The cycle of citations and civil lawsuits has continued. Last year, Delaware State Police paid $50,000 to a man arrested for giving officers the middle finger.

Bombard had reservations about filing a civil lawsuit. He was wary of the attention it would bring. Bombard said he doesn’t harbor any animosity toward police. He’s received speeding tickets over the years, which, he said, he deserved.

“They were very respectful and very nice,” he said.

Following George Floyd’s murder and the swell of public protest over police misconduct in 2020, Bombard said, he decided to file Bombard v. Riggen and State of Vermont. He figured that suing the Vermont State Police might put him back in the news, but it would also put a spotlight on what he saw as police misconduct. He got in touch with the ACLU of Vermont and attorney Jay Diaz.

Diaz, now of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, a Pennsylvania-based free speech group, saw the case as a test of civil liberties.

“The basis of a free society should be measured on how a person is allowed to speak to public officials,” Diaz said. “Are they allowed to speak against them? Are they allowed to speak with offensive language at those people?”

Greg Bombard

The civil lawsuit lingered. Late last year, Diaz entered Riggen’s dashcam video of the encounters into the court record. His organization also released the video on YouTube.

The public posting garnered more than 70,000 views and was picked up by national news outlets. Some of those viewers, in turn, felt compelled to register their own displeasure with Riggen’s behavior. Dozens taunted the trooper on Facebook. They found an old post announcing that Riggen, who taught communication skills at Community College of Vermont, had won a teaching excellence award in 2019. “Trooper Riggin [sic] is a tyrant, egomaniac,” one man from Las Vegas wrote.

In the days following the video’s release on December 18 last year, the state police dispatch center was inundated with calls about Riggen. The callers were relentless on Christmas Day, when state police headquarters were closed and calls to the nonemergency line were routed to the emergency communications center. Numerous callers — mostly men — complained, heckled or berated whichever dispatcher happened to pick up the phone. One man gave his name as “Big Bird.”

“Can I talk to a deputy or a trooper, or whatever you want to call one of your clowns?” another caller said, according to audio obtained by Seven Days and Vermont Public.

“You know what? I’m on a call with an overdose,” a dispatcher replied. “You can hold.”

Someone in the dispatch o ce — it’s not clear who — believed Bombard was behind the barrage. One dispatcher claimed she recognized his voice on the phone, according to internal emails, though there’s no evidence in the audio recordings or state police reports that Bombard had called.

Nonetheless, state police asked Franklin County Sheri ’s Deputy Justin Oddy to deliver a criminal citation to Bombard at his home. The alleged crime: disorderly conduct by phone.

On Christmas evening, Oddy walked past strings of multicolored lights to Bombard’s front door. “I’m sorry to be the guy to deliver this to you on Christmas,” Oddy said.

“Did you call VSP a number of times today?” Oddy asked politely.

“Someone’s playing a game,” Bombard, who himself had been receiving messages online from strangers, replied. “You can check my phone.”

Sensing Bombard’s surprise, Oddy acknowledged that the way the state police had handled the situation seemed “a little silly.”

“If it was me, I probably would have called or come and been like, ‘Hey, why are you calling so much? What’s the deal here?’” Oddy told Bombard.

Franklin County State’s Attorney Bram Kranichfeld quickly dropped the charge because, he said, police lacked evidence. But Bombard said the holiday visit had been unsettling.

“I felt maybe it was some sort of corruption, some revenge on me,” he said. “But we don’t know.”

The errant Christmas Day citation is also covered by the $175,000 settlement, of which $100,000 will go to Bombard. The remaining $75,000 will be split between Diaz’s group and the ACLU of Vermont, Diaz said. It’s an unusually large amount for such a case, though the state did not admit wrongdoing as part of it. Nor did the state agree to make other changes that Bombard sought. Diaz had asked the state police to enshrine First Amendment protections more clearly in department policy and to provide more training to o cers on the subject.

“That lies at the feet of the top brass,” Diaz said.

The free-speech line isn’t always clear. Diaz defended the Christmas Day callers who were inspired by his organization’s release of the dashcam video while also saying people should not harass public officials or try to “make people afraid.” Communications made to “terrify, intimidate, threaten, harass, or annoy” another person are illegal under Vermont law.

Bombard’s experience hasn’t emboldened him to make further use of his middle ﬁnger to vent his frustration. In fact, just the opposite: “I don’t encourage anybody to do it,” he said.

“I was disrespectful,” Bombard conceded of that cold day in 2018. “I don’t think I should have been arrested for it, though.” ➆

This story was co-reported with Liam Elder-Connors of Vermont Public. Listen to an audio version at vermontpublic.org or sevendaysvt.com.

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a city-sponsored organization that supports local businesses and events, estimated last August that about half of the city’s 50 or so food and drink establishments were directly affected by the flood. A few, including the Hippie Chickpea, haven’t reopened. Rabble-Rouser Chocolate & Craft, a café and chocolateproduction facility that occupied a huge Main Street storefront, closed abruptly in May.

Downtown business owners have been meeting for months to talk about solutions. The state’s remote workforce comes up repeatedly.

“That’s a great deal of foot traffic that we miss day to day,” said Sharon Whyte Estes, who owns Althea’s Attic Boutique. “We rely on tourism, but locals have been a huge part of our survival.”

Few people expect those workers to return, and the state’s not trying to make them. The opportunity to work remotely is a strong selling point in a labor market in which Vermont can’t compete on salaries, said Beth Fastiggi, commissioner of the Vermont Department of Human Resources. But without those workers, things are tough, especially for restaurants that have also been hit with a sharp increase in food prices.

“It’s kind of a perfect storm of things happening in Montpelier,” said Thomas Christopher Greene, an author who founded the Vermont College of Fine Arts and now owns Hugo’s Bar & Grill. Under a new administration, VCFA moved its residencies out of state and has sold off most of its buildings, depleting the city further. Business at Hugo’s is slow, Greene said.

“Montpelier’s vibrancy was always built on the idea of 7,000 people at night, 30,000 during the day,” Greene said, estimating Montpelier’s population and the number of state workers who used to arrive in town every day. “That’s just not true anymore.”

The state needs to repurpose its large office buildings on State Street, said Shannon Bates, who owns the downtown deli Enna and recently added a gelato business. She’d like to see the offices converted to housing.

“It would be helpful if the state would address how we’re going to get people in those buildings,” she said.

Jennifer Fitch, commissioner of the Department of Buildings and General Services, agrees that the buildings need to be used. But it will take years, she said, for change to happen. Seventeen state buildings were damaged by the July flood, and most of them still need repairs and additional work that will make them resilient to future floods. The treasurer

and his staff have returned to the Pavilion Building, but the offices of the governor and the attorney general are only partially reestablished there.

Another Vermont-owned building, at 110 State Street, was about to go on the market when it flooded and needs more work before it can be listed, Fitch said.

WE STILL HAVEN’T PICKED UP. IS IT EVER GOING TO?

And one at 14-16 Baldwin Street has been on the market for more than a year. A contractor explored buying it and putting in three apartments before deciding the project would be too expensive, Fitch said.

Some work has started since the flood.

The city has issued permits to convert office buildings at 155 Elm Street and 8-20 Langdon Street to 18 units of housing, said Meredith Crandall, Montpelier’s planning and zoning administrator. But no new applications are pending, she said.

Some marketing efforts may bear fruit. Montpelier Alive recently started promoting the state capital to residents of the Burlington area. A few Montpelier business owners who asked not to be identified said they think recent publicity

about crime in the Queen City might cast Montpelier in a more attractive light.

Trautz, the Montpelier Alive executive director, said she’s also talking to travel writers in Boston. She’s optimistic the marketing will pay off this summer.

“After July 3 is when things really pick up around here,” Trautz said.

Business is brisk at a few places, such as Bohemian Bakery, where customers line up for coffee and baked goods, and Sarducci’s Restaurant & Bar, which, despite its riverside location, was spared by the flood.

All things considered, the outlook is good for the Capitol Plaza Hotel, sales manager Anna Bruce said. The 84-room hotel, which sustained major water damage last summer, didn’t start taking bookings until the end of January and finally reopened in April. She estimated that the hotel is at about 75 percent occupancy. Its restaurant, J. Morgans Steakhouse, will reopen to the public in July. Bruce said she’s booking 16 to 20 events each week into the future.

“We’re doing really well for the situation we’re in,” she said.

Vermont’s Statehouse has long attracted tourists in buses, and those tours seem to be picking up, too, said assistant state curator Jack Zeilenga, whose office coordinates tour schedules. Publicity about the flood put the brakes on the tours

last summer, even though the Statehouse itself wasn’t damaged, Zeilenga said. “There wasn’t much for them to do with so many businesses and restaurants closed,” he said of the tourists.

Montpelier is a regional hub for central Vermont, and rural residents who live near the capital are looking for reasons to visit, said Kianna Bromley, a local resident who is raising money to buy the former Vermont College of Fine Arts library, Gary Library, for $595,000. Bromley wants to put a performing arts and event space in the building, and she said many of her project’s donors have told her they’re looking for a public space that is consistently available.

“One thing we are missing is that social infrastructure, where people from across the community come together and build history with a shared interest,” she said.

The city still has a lot going for it, Whyte Estes said.

“It’s beautiful, and it’s walkable, and it’s welcoming and tolerant,” she said. During the April 8 solar eclipse, the city got a taste of what it would be like when visitors return.

“It was tens of thousands of people roaming, and they were accommodated, and it was peaceful,” Whyte Estes said. “If only we could have five more eclipses, that might get us back to where we feel good about things.” ➆

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Sharon Whyte Estes at her shop

Monkton Man Cited for Allegedly Threatening Lawmaker

BY KEVIN MCCALLUM • kevin@sevendaysvt.com

A Monkton man was cited by police last week for allegedly leaving a threatening voicemail message for a member of the Vermont legislature.

Cyrus Marsano, 47, was issued two criminal citations last Thursday by Bristol police after an investigation into a voicemail message left for Rep. Mari Cordes (D-Bristol). Cordes received the voicemail message at 7:10 a.m. on June 19.

“You’re an enemy of the people of Vermont,” says the message, which she provided to Seven Days. “You should watch your back. You really should, because you’re not safe walking down the street, you dumb fucking cunt. I hope you die.”

Marsano is the vice president of a Monkton-based service company, Vermont Utility Management Services, which responds to water and wastewater problems in Bristol and other communities in northwestern Vermont. After Seven Days began making inquiries, the town replaced his name on its website with that of his wife, who is the company’s president.

Bristol Police Chief Bruce Nason said his agency received a threat complaint and shared the information with Addison County State’s Attorney Eva Vekos. Nason said she instructed the department to issue the citations. One is for criminal threatening, the other is for disturbing the peace by use of a telephone or other electronic communications, both misdemeanors. Marsano must appear in Addison County Superior Court on July 22.

Cordes said the message made her anxious. “I don’t feel safe anywhere,”

she said. “I’m even more fearful now because I’ve reported it.”

Seven Days attempted to contact Marsano last week. His wife answered the phone and declined to comment.

Before police announced the charges, his lawyer, Robert Kaplan, denied that Marsano had threatened anyone. “Mr. Marsano is a private citizen who has made no threat to any person,” Kaplan wrote.

After police issued the citations, Kaplan issued an additional statement. “Mr. Marsano and I disagree with the State’s Attorney’s judgment that Mr. Marsano’s conduct was, in any way, criminal,” he wrote. “The issues raised in this matter are central to the preservation of democracy which depends on a forceful first amendment shield for political speech. Mr. Marsano and I will await his day in court and look forward to the exoneration of Mr. Marsano by a jury from his community.”

Since Seven Days publicized Cordes’ concerns, two Addison County senators, Chris Bray and Ruth Hardy, both Democrats, came forward to say they, too, reported to police messages they got from Marsano’s phone number. Neither of those calls had led to new charges, police said this week.

“You people are no longer safe walking down the street,” said Bray’s message, in part. “You fucked up bigtime, motherfucker.”

Last week, Vermont legislators overrode a veto by Gov. Phil Scott in order to pass a bill that will raise property taxes on average 13.8 percent. Scott, who has repeatedly blamed the legislature for not doing enough to limit the increases, characterized Democrats as arrogant and unwilling to compromise.

Cordes sent him a letter last Wednesday asking him to tone down such rhetoric. Bray said he, too, worries that Scott treating the legislature “like a punching bag” has signaled that others should do the same.

Scott’s spokesperson, Amanda Wheeler, said he “has always condemned violence and threats” and is grateful to Bristol police for investigating the matter.

“The Governor has always set a standard for debate based on facts and civility,” she wrote, “and the people of Vermont know that.” ➆

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Nelson Wentworth

JANUARY 26, 1932-JUNE 17, 2024 KENNEBUNK, MAINE

Nelson Edwin Wentworth, 92, a resident of Kennebunk, died peacefully on June 17, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Kennebunk, Maine, on January 26, 1932, the son of Norman C. and Helena I. (Coombs) Wentworth.

Although earning later degrees from Florida State University and the University of Vermont, he took special pride in being a graduate of Kennebunk High School in 1950 and Gorham State Teachers College in 1954, where he pursued his special interests in baseball and music. His career as a teacher and principal began in 1954 and ultimately included schools in Maine, Florida and Vermont. He retired in 1992, after serving as a principal for 24 years in Burlington, Vt.

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particular pleasure in being part of the alumni associations of Kennebunk High School and Gorham State Teachers College (USM). He never tired of being around his hometown again, seeing his old friends and making new ones, such as his bridge and cribbage partners at the senior center. His favorite retirement activities at home were working around the yard or just reading on the porch with his wife on a sunny summer day.

For 25 years, during school vacations and retirement, he and his wife, Margie, traveled 166,000 miles by motor home around the United States and Canada. In 1996, they moved from Vermont to their new home in Kennebunk. He took

DECEMBER 2, 1940JUNE 5, 2024

RICHMOND, VT.

Bill Haddock passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and dear friends, on

He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Marjorie; their sons, Christopher and Kevin; daughters-in-law, Cheryl and Polly; grandchildren, Sarah, Alden and Olivia; and several nieces and nephews.

At his request, there will be no visiting hours or other services. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Kennebunk.

Should friends desire, donations in Nelson’s memory can be made to the Alumni Center, PO Box 272, Kennebunk, ME 04043.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit Nelson’s Book of Memories Page at bibberfuneral.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk, ME 04043.

June 5, 2024. Although the last ﬁve years were ﬁlled with the many challenges that Alzheimer’s disease brings, Bill held on to his sense of humor and would often bring a smile to people’s faces. He would still delight at watching children play, much as he had when his sons, Haynes, Luke and Matt, were kids. e quintessential extrovert, he would happily join a conversation in his own unique, warm style. Music was a great passion, and he continued to sing, whether it was with the Richmond, Vt., senior group, a special dementia singing gathering, or with family and friends. His beautiful voice was even able to belt out “You Are My Sunshine” until close to the end. He truly found his home

in Richmond and continued to enjoy walks on his beloved Snipe Ireland Road, often accompanied by friends and his loyal dog Luna.

Born in Charleston, S.C., Bill was proud of his southern roots. He grew up in Atlanta and attended the University of Georgia, which transformed him into a lifelong Bulldogs fan. Years later he received an MA in counseling psychology from Antioch University New England.

Summers were spent up at Blackrock, a family home in the north Georgia mountains, where Bill had so many happy memories. Bill’s passion for music was nurtured at an early age when he was chosen through a competitive selection process to be a member of the Apollo

Hubbard Taylor Buckner

NOVEMBER 24, 1937-JUNE 19, 2024 SOUTH HERO, VT.

H. Taylor Buckner passed away quietly at home with the use of MAID, at age 86.

He was born in Louisville, Ky., the elder of two sons, to Hubbard George Buckner and Kate Tebbs (Helm) Buckner. His early years were spent in schools in Louisville.

After a very formative junior year at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, Taylor graduated with a BS from University of Louisville in 1959. During a brief time at Indiana University, he met and married Judith Friedl and had a son, James Taylor Buckner. ey lived in San Francisco and Oakland, Calif., where Taylor earned his MA in 1964 and PhD in sociology in 1967, both from the University of California, Berkeley. While there, he wrote articles on police culture, rumor transmission and the transvestic career path and studied a ﬂying-saucer cult, some of whose members thought he was a Martian. (He was six-ﬁve, and “everyone knows Martians are tall.”) Later he authored a book titled Deviance, Reality and Change. For more details, see tbuckner.com.

where he read the six o’clock news on ACTV in Osaka, Japan; improved his Spanish in Argentina; and then begin his MBA during 1979 and 1980. He graduated with an MBA from Hautes Études Commerciales, the business school of the Université de Montréal, in 1984. While living in Montréal, Taylor founded a neighborhood organization — Shaughnessy Village Association — which greatly enhanced the ambience of a small, residential, downtown area of the city. e association, still very active today, was instrumental in preserving the historic Victorian and Edwardian architecture of the old homes in the area and preventing their replacement with high-rise buildings.

Taylor’s ﬁrst marriage ended in divorce in 1969. In 1972 he met Jennifer Grove, and they were married in 1975.

After teaching at San Francisco State College for a year, they moved to Montréal, where Taylor spent the next 30 years as a professor at Concordia University.

Several sabbatical leaves afforded him the chance to travel the world in 1973 and 1974,

Boys’ Choir, a nationally renowned choir based in Palm Beach, Fla. Modeled after the Vienna Boys Choir, the group toured throughout the country and was instrumental in developing Bill’s love of classical music.

After college, he spent several years in New York City, where he worked as a social worker with minority groups. In 1969 he moved to Vermont, where he would spend the next 55 years continuing to help people in various positions, including as a social service consultant for the State of Vermont and later through his own business, called Lifetypes, providing personal and vocational counseling to individuals and couples. He also held positions as an

He retired in 1996, and in 1998 he and Jennifer moved to South Hero, Vt., where Taylor began a retail shotgun business, Hero’s Arms. He was predeceased by his parents and is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jennifer Grove Buckner, of South Hero; his son, James Taylor Buckner, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.; and his brother, John A. Buckner, of Louisville, Ky. At Taylor’s request, there will be no visitation, funeral or memorial. Donations in his memory may be made to South Hero Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments, 131 Community Ln., South Hero, VT 05486, and the McClure Miller Respite House, 3113 Roosevelt Hwy., Colchester, VT 05446.

adjunct faculty member at the University of Vermont, New England Culinary Institute and Burlington College, teaching courses in personality theory and learning styles. During his retirement years, he enjoyed substitute teaching and loved to bring history to life for his students by talking about his experience meeting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a student at the University of Georgia. He also spent many years writing the “Business Beat” column for the Times Ink, Richmond’s local newspaper.

In his leisure time, Bill loved anything outdoors: camping, ﬂy-ﬁshing, canoeing, hiking, cross-country skiing, astronomy and, of course, Georgia football. He instilled these passions for nature in his three sons.

Bill leaves Gina, his beloved wife of 34 years; his sons, Haynes (Dana) of Bowling Green, Ky., Luke (Emily) and Matt (Hope); grandchildren, Anna and Daniel; niece, Ashley LeConte Campbell, and nephews, Scott Campbell and Stewart and Karl Haddock, of Atlanta; along with many dear friends who have been just like family.

A celebration of Bill’s life will take place on Wednesday, July 10, 1 p.m., at the Richmond Congregational Church. To celebrate Bill’s life, please consider doing a random act of kindness or hug someone you love. If you wish to make a donation, gifts can be made to the Richmond Congregational Church or the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Dr. Thomas H. Clark

JULY 16, 1944-JUNE 18, 2024 COLCHESTER, VT.

Dr. Thomas H. Clark, age 80, of Colchester, Vt., passed away on June 18, 2024, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a monthlong struggle to overcome complications from infections after open-heart surgery. His wife, Anni Kristensen, was by his side every day through the month and held him in her arms as he took his last breath. He also was attended by his sister Virginia “Gini” Dutcher and nephew, Mickey Dutcher. During his long stay, several beloved family members came to visit.

office, on Pearl Street. His office moved a couple of times to South Burlington and Burlington, but Tom was at his optometry office in Blair Park in Williston for more than 25 years. Many of his patients followed him throughout his 54-year-long career. He enjoyed seeing his patients year after year and continuing the conversation they had started on day one of meeting them.

Tom, born in Glens Falls, N.Y., on July 16, 1944, was the son of the late Harold K. and Margaret (de Ste. Guay) Clark, also of Glens Falls. He was the youngest of four siblings and the only boy. In addition to his sister Gini, his other siblings were the late Barbara Carter of South Burlington, Vt., and the late Elizabeth “Liz” Healy of Glens Falls.

When he was a Little League player, it was discovered that Tom had a congenital heart defect, and at age 14, in 1958, he underwent his first and, at that time, experimental open-heart surgery at Albany Medical Center in New York.

Tom graduated from Glens Falls High School in 1962. After a year at Adirondack Community College, he went on to get his doctor of optometry degree, graduating as then the youngest person in his class, at the age of 24, from New England College of Optometry in Boston. After getting his degree in 1968, he was drafted into the U.S. Army as a captain. While in the Army, he was stationed at Fort Sam Houston Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.

After finishing his Army service, he returned to Burlington, Vt., and opened his first optometry

The feeling was mutual, and many personal stories and anecdotes and jokes were shared along with a thorough eye exam.

Not only was Tom a gifted optometrist, he was also a consummate lifelong learner.

Among the highlights of his career was providing innovative visual training to race car drivers, including Michael Andretti.

He also worked with minor league players of the Burlington Lake Monsters, then an affiliate of the Washington Nationals.

He developed and received patents for two progressive lensmeasuring tools. This required learning how to create devices electronically and printing them on his 3D printer. In his early ’70s, he decided to learn how to play violin when one made by his great-greatuncle was gifted to him. At 78, Tom decided that he would learn how to repair pocket watches. Throughout his life he was an avid fly-fisherman and especially loved to take friends fishing for steelhead trout on the Salmon River in Pulaski, N.Y., or go fly-fishing for tarpon in Florida with his “boys” from Denmark. During his first trip to Denmark in 1992, Anni took him to a fishing store known as the best in Denmark. Tom quickly became friends with the manager, which led to his meeting three other avid fly-fishermen who traveled to

the U.S. several times to go fishing with him.

When he wasn’t fishing, he most likely was building something — bamboo fly rods, classic wooden canoes with hand-carved paddles to match, a rowboat for his sister Gini, a secret liquor cabinet for his Danish mother-in-law’s senior apartment.

Tom talked to people and made friends everywhere he went. When the pandemic sent us all home for a couple of months, Tom suggested to six of his high school buddies from Glens Falls, who lived elsewhere in New York State, New Hampshire, Virginia and South Carolina, that they meet via Zoom. They all agreed, and on a Wednesday at 2 p.m. in late March 2020, they gathered in front of their computers. This tradition has continued every Wednesday for the four years since.

Tom had an endless supply of jokes and always was sharing them with anybody close enough to hear. His sense of humor and fun were what drew people to him. Everybody who knew him has a funny story to tell about how he joked with them and made them laugh.

He was a compassionate and kind person who will be sorely missed by all the people who loved him. Though his energy diminished over the years, his enthusiasm for life never did. Even as he lay struggling in the ICU, he endeared himself to the nurses when he smiled at them or reached for their hand or rolled his eyes.

Tom is survived by his wife of more than 30 years, Anni Kristensen; sister Virginia Dutcher and brother-in-law William Dutcher; and numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends near and far. A memorial service will take place on Saturday June 29, 2 p.m., at Mountain View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Dr., Essex Junction, VT. A special thank-you goes out to Dr. Antonia Kreso, the staff and all the nurses at Blake 8 ICU for their professional, respectful, kind and compassionate care.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ready Funeral & Creation Service, Mountain View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Dr., Essex Junction, VT. To send online condolences to the family, please visit readyfuneral.com.

Jean and Christopher McCandless

JULY 26, 1943-APRIL 27, 2024

SEPTEMBER 10,1946MARCH 22, 2024

BURLINGTON, VT.

The family of Christopher and Jean Margaret (Watson) McCandless, husband and wife, of Burlington, Vt., announce their recent deaths and a joint celebration of life service this Saturday, June 29, 2024.

Christopher, 77, a retired cabinetmaker and peace worker, passed away at home, surrounded by family, on March 22, 2024, after a long struggle with prostate cancer. Jean, 80, a retired clinical social worker and coalition builder, continued to live at home in the warm care of her children and a devoted team of caregivers. She died on April 27, 2024, of Alzheimer’s disease.

A celebration of life honoring Jean and Christopher will be

Louise Belden Kolvoord

JUNE 3, 1930-JUNE 22, 2024 ESSEX, VT.

Louise Belden Kolvoord, née Edith Louise Belden, 94, of Essex, Vt., died of complications from liver disease on June 22, 2024.

Louise was born on June 3, 1930, in Burlington, Vt., the daughter of the late Ashley Belden and Jean MacKay Belden. Louise is also predeceased by her brothers, Duane, Rodney and Roger.

Louise graduated from Burlington High School and the Faulkner School of Nursing in Boston. Upon graduation, she worked for a couple of years in the Boston area and then returned to Vermont and began a career as a public health nurse, working with the Vermont Department of Health. In November 1960, she married Philip Amidon Kolvoord. Upon the birth of her two sons, she gave up her nursing career to raise them, and she got involved in a variety of volunteer activities, as well as the First Congregational Church of Essex, where she was a longtime member.

Louise served on the Visiting Nurses’ Association Board for a number of years and as a Red Cross volunteer nurse. She was very active in the Burlington Garden Club for many years and served a term as president in the 1970s. Louise was a charter

held on June 29, 2024, 2 p.m., at Burlington Friends Meeting, followed by a potluck reception.

For details or to attend by Zoom, visit burlingtonquakers. org/event/2717.

In lieu of flowers, we invite donations to the American Friends Service Committee (afsc.org/donate) or Open Door Clinic (opendoormidd.org/ donate). A full obituary will soon be available at vtdigger. org/obituaries.

member of the Essex League of Women Voters. She was an elected justice of the peace and delighted in conducting marriage ceremonies on her front lawn, overlooking Mount Mansfield. She was an avid sports fan and loved to watch her beloved Celtics and Red Sox. She also loved gardening, flowers, tennis, travel and her extended family.

Louise is survived by her son, Robert Andrew, as well as Robert’s wife, Holly Haney, and her grandchildren, Andrew, Zachary and Abigail Kolvoord. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, August 8, 5 to 7 p.m., at Corbin and Palmer Funeral Home, 9 Pleasant St., Essex Junction. A celebration of life ceremony will be held on Friday, August 9, 2 p.m., at First Congregational Church in Essex Junction. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church, 39 Main St., Essex Junction, VT 05452.

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Alan Merrill Greenleaf

APRIL 13, 1945-JUNE 15, 2024 PEACHAM, VT.

Alan Merrill Greenleaf died on June 15, 2024, with his daughters, Willa and Holly, by his side at Willa’s home, after a final stroke three months prior. Born on April 13, 1945, he was a man of heart and dreams, and he realized them living on his backroad Vermont kingdom for most of his life, the self-proclaimed “Mayor of Greenwood.” He was a beloved songwriter, guitarist and singer; a small farmer of beef cattle, maple syrup, honey and hay; the father of two daughters who adore him, and he them; and a cherished friend. Truly one of a kind, gentle and genuine, with a real sense of humor, self-determined and fiercely independent — stubbornly so — he inspired many. He embraced an open mind, there to listen with a wise and humorous response. He was as humble as the cattle he herded but confident in the way he could speak his mind, unfiltered and unafraid to ruffle some feathers. He didn’t need

William “Bill”

Alexander Macan

IV

NOVEMBER 21, 1942JUNE 20, 2024

WARREN, VT.

William “Bill” Alexander Macan IV died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on June 20, 2024. Bill is survived by Jane, his wife of 58 years; his children, Sandi (Chris) and Andy (Lisa); his grandchildren, Kyle, Katie

to go far to be fulfilled and felt most everyone else was moving too fast. Clever and crafty, he tinkered, fixed and figured things out and was most at home walking the hills and woods of his land. He was hilariously frugal, saving everything and reusing — or eating — most of it, too, but he knew when to live it up and loved to share a good diner meal or a barbecue in the backyard. roughout his life, he did things his own way, with his wry humor and a song to go with it. He had a way of making everyone feel at ease in his presence with his bright blue eyes, warm smile and readiness to chat. He was also a hermit who was hard to reach sometimes and loved his solitude and silence, content to be alone with the birds and wind in the trees and his cherished Chihuahua, Luna. Magnetized by his presence, friends would often visit for chats

around the kitchen table, where you might hear stories from his early days of farming, a rant on overpopulation or modern technologies, reﬂecting on the simple pleasures of life or his “misspent” childhood. He grew up in Wakeﬁeld, Mass., raised by his grandparents without his mother or father. He found solace in the patch of woods behind his house and family in his tightknit group of friends, who remained close until the end. He found freedom in his motorcycle and records of blues and rock and roll.

In his twenties, he crisscrossed the Americas, adventuring in his VW bus while getting chemotherapy for a seemingly terminal cancer that he survived. He moved to a commune in Huntington, Mass., and built a cabin in the woods, where he lived with his wife, Susan. ey worked in Vermont as farmhands on a horse-drawn sleigh sugaring operation. Soon after,

they bought land and built a house in Peacham in the late ’70s, living offgrid as artist-farmers and eventually devoted parents, raising two daughters and living their dream, working the land, where he lived until the ﬁnal months of his life.

A self-taught ﬁngerpickin’ guitarist, he was a songwriter and storyteller of truth and emotion, never shying away from sharing the gritty hardships, humor, sadness and beauty of life as a backwoods farmer in the Northeast Kingdom. He pursued his music passionately and proliﬁcally later in life, playing around the North Country with the “Doc.” ere were many, many good years shared and some very hard ones, too, but he ultimately remained a gentle and spirited rock to us all, a natural man rooting so deeply into the land where he is now of the Earth, peaceful and free. He is survived by his daughters, Willa Greenleaf and Holly Greenleaf and her husband, John Murphy; his former wife, Susan Greenleaf; and his dog, Luna. Gratefully, he lives on in his music, the land and our hearts forever. ere will be a celebration of life at his farm on September 14, 2024, 3 p.m., with a potluck and open mic.

John “Jack” Meunier

JUNE 5, 1951-JUNE 15, 2024

BURLINGTON, VT.

and Will; and his sisters, Merry Greene, Leslie Macan and Drew Macan. Bill was born on November 21, 1942, to Bill (William A. Macan III) and Carol Macan. He graduated from Haverford College in 1964 and magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1967, where he was Order of the Coif and an editor of the Law Review. He served as a clerk to judge Charles R. Simpson with the United

States Tax Court before joining Morgan Lewis and Bockius in 1969, where he spent more than 30 years, splitting his time between Philadelphia and New York, ending as senior partner in 2000. Bill spent the ﬁnal years of his career with international law ﬁrm Allen & Overy as senior partner (2000-2004) and retired as of counsel in 2007. Bill loved spending time with his family, particularly his adored grandchildren.

He spent summers in Harvey Cedars on Long Beach Island, N.J., and winters skiing in Vermont. At the time of his death, Bill lived on the mountain at Sugarbush Resort in Waitsﬁeld, Vt. In lieu of ﬂowers, the family requests donations to Haverford College’s John P. Chesick Scholars Program (haverford.edu/ chesick-scholars-program) or to Mad River Valley Arts (madrivervalleyarts.org).

John J. Meunier, 73, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Visitation will be on Friday, June 28, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Home, 97 Elmwood Ave., Burlington, Vt. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 29, at 10 a.m., at St. Joseph Cathedral, Allen St., Burlington, with interment following, with full military honors, in Resurrection Park, So. Burlington. ose wishing to may send a donation in John’s memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758533, Topeka, KS 66675, or to the Chittenden Humane Society, 142 Kindness Ct., So. Burlington, VT 05403. For a full obituary go to elmwoodmeunier.net.

IN MEMORIAM

Andrew Brown

JANUARY 3, 1947SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Join us in celebrating the life of Andy Brown on Saturday, June 29, early evening to dusk, at Sand Bar State Park in Milton, Vt. We would love for you to join us and share your stories and favorite memories of Andy. BYOLC (lawn chair). Questions? Email sandybrown56@gmail.com.

Robert James McKenzie

DECEMBER 8, 1930-

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

VENICE, FLA.

Scott Evans

1955-2023

There will be a celebration of the life of Scott A. Evans on Saturday, August 10, 2024, 10:30 a.m., at the Spirit In Nature (SpIN) paths in Ripton, Vt. We will share our memories and bid Scott a fond farewell. The SpIN board asks that we bring our own chairs.

Raymond “Ray” B. Jacoby

1931-2023

Ray will be remembered by family and friends on Friday, July 5, 11 a.m., at the United Church of Christ Congregational Church of South Hero, Vt. All are welcome. A light reception follows at the church.

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LOVE ANIMALS, DON’T EAT THEM

I recently read your piece on Rock Point in Burlington and felt compelled to respond [“Urban Oasis: Once OffLimits, Burlington’s Rock Point Is Gradually Welcoming the Public,” May 22]. The article beautifully describes the idyllic scene of fuzzy sheep grazing under the watchful eye of a kind shepherd, emphasizing how these animals replace gas mowers. This pastoral image is shattered when the article mentions that the lambs will be slaughtered for a feast.

WTF, JAZZ FEST?

[Re “The Shape of Jazz to Come,” “Keeping Time,” “Life Stories: Joseph “Joe” Moore Jr.,” “Seven Can’t-Miss Shows at Burlington Discover Jazz Festival,” June 5]: I read — and reread — the recent coverage of Burlington Discover Jazz Festival with mixed emotions. Not the least of those feelings was bemusement at the paucity — downright absence?! — of such coverage when the event was at its arguable peak, from roughly 2002 through 2019.

And I must confess I bristled at a couple of points, too: Cécile McLorin Salvant’s observation about the preeminence of the visual over the aural in musical interactions sounded like a thinly disguised criticism of musicians who rely on the innate drama of their instrumental action(s) instead of engaging in overt theatrics.

Robert “Bob” McKenzie of Venice, Fla., and formerly Burlington, Vt., died peacefully of natural causes on February 2, 2024, at his home with his family present.

Born on December 8, 1930, in Burlington, he was the son of the late Gerald and Mildred (Hanley) McKenzie. He is survived by his wife, Ruth McKenzie, and all seven children: Rob (Lynda) McKenzie, Dan McKenzie, Tim (Sally) McKenzie, Ted McKenzie, Marie McKenzie, John (Michelle) McKenzie and Debbie (Matt) Beer.

A celebration of life memorial service will be held on July 12, 2024, 11 a.m., at Ignite Church in Williston.

Mitchell T. Bissonnette

1985-2024

GUILDHALL, VT.

A graveside service for Mitchell T. Bissonnette will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at noon, at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Winooski, Vt. Arrangements are in the care of LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Winooski.

At a time when we face a climate emergency fueled significantly by animal agriculture and are increasingly aware of the health risks of eating meat and the sentience of animals, it seems contradictory to celebrate the nurturing of these sheep only to condone their killing. Children, who naturally empathize with animals, are understandably distressed by the notion that these cared-for sheep will be killed. This disconnect between the affection shown to the animals and their eventual slaughter is a harsh lesson potentially undermining our efforts to foster compassion in younger generations.

If we aim to cultivate empathy and compassion in our children, we must align our actions with these values, creating a direct and honest connection between the food on our plates and the lives affected by our choices. To be a more compassionate society, we must also change how we treat the animals in our care. It is time we reconsider the ethics of raising animals only to end their lives prematurely.

While it is “normal” to elicit warm feelings about our farm animals only to later eat them, the crises we face suggest we should start creating a new normal.

Susan Buchanan BURLINGTON

Then there was the barely camouflaged ageism in reference to artists of older vintage, such as the late Wayne Shorter; the son of an icon himself, Joshua Redman, headlined the Flynn Main Stage in 2023. Meanwhile, there’s a plethora of brilliant creative minds (decidedly younger than this septuagenarian writer), including Brad Mehldau, Tania Giannouli, Julian Lage and Fred Hersch, who, were they on the bill alongside, say Robert Glasper and this year’s curator, Adi Oasis, would effectively complement their presence and more fully depict the expanse of the jazz universe.

Watching the (d)evolution of what once was a glorious 10-day run called Burlington Discover Jazz, I can only theorize it’s either lack of funds or knowledge that has handicapped the enterprise in the past three years (even apart from its lack of local jazz artistry). Knowing full well how the art form reinvents itself, I still hope the festival will ascend to new heights by its 50th anniversary.

Doug Collette SOUTH BURLINGTON

GREAT REVIEW

I confess: I think I just read my first Seven Days Music + Nightlife review and thoroughly enjoyed it! [“State of the Jazz Union: Reflections on Burlington Discover Jazz Festival,” June 12] by Chris Farnsworth painted a great picture of no doubt one of Burlington’s greatest music nights for entertainment with Big Freedia and Adi Oasis. Credit Chris for finding the low notes but slowly raising the reader up in an enthusiastic review and seeing Burlington rise with the music, like a phoenix, as host to some blistering music!

Robert “Bob” Devost JERICHO

Rock Point land steward Tyler Pastorok feeding a sheep

GREEN DREAM

Burlington’s semipro soccer team is winning on and off the field

BY CHRIS FARNSWORTH • farnsworth@sevendaysvt.com

Milo Littwin’s eyes widened as he took in the subtle shades of green and white on the soccer jersey. Behind the merchandise table, mercifully sheltered from the sun of a sweltering early June day, a college-aged employee handed over the object of the young boy’s desire: a 2024 Vermont Green FC home jersey. At $79, this was no small treat.

“You want to put it on now?” Tyler Littwin asked his son, who is 8. Milo stood beside his 7-year-old brother, Oscar, who was also getting a new jersey.

Both boys nodded and pulled off their 2023 Green uniforms, eager to put on the fresh threads before the start of the game. Behind them, Virtue Field, the University of Vermont soccer stadium that doubles as the Green’s home base, was already roaring with the sound of 2,500 people filling the metal bleachers for the sold-out season

opener. Throngs of fans were lined up at the food trucks and beer tent just outside the pitch: packs of college kids, young professionals and retirees, most decked out in team merchandise.

“That really hits me sometimes, that their sporting life starts with this team,” Littwin said as he led the boys toward the concourse. “I didn’t have that growing up, and I don’t think too many American kids my age did either – a soccer team in their own town.”

Most games, the Littwins sit near the team’s most fanatical supporters, the Green Mountain Bhoys, who, for 90 minutes, chant, hit drums and wave flags; on one memorable occasion, they lit flares. The intensity of their fandom is only augmented by the brevity of the season: The Green play for just over a month and a half.

Beneath the stands, a small-sided pickup game of soccer broke out among some kids. Milo looked to his father in a

Young Vermont Green fans

Midfielder Jackson Castro (with ball)

silent plea to jump in, but his dad was all business: new jerseys for the kids, hot dogs and drinks, secure seats, kickoff.

“For me, as an adult who has loved this game his whole life, I try not to lose perspective on just how special this all is,” Littwin said. “Nothing about the Green is ordinary.”

Home-fan bias aside, Littwin has a point. The Vermont Green had their first season in 2022, after four friends — Matthew Wolff, Patrick Infurna, Sam Glickman and Keil Corey — dreamed up a semipro soccer team in Burlington. The founders wanted the Green to embody their values, namely environmental and social justice — not exactly typical concerns among team owners.

Nothing about the Green is ordinary.

TYLER LITTWIN

Now in their third season, the Green have surpassed just about every expectation the owners had for their baby. The club, which plays in United Soccer League Two, a few notches below Major League Soccer, has posted winning records every season and even qualified for the illustrious U.S. Open Cup. Three members of the 2023 squad were drafted into Major League Soccer, a sign of the Green’s ability to prepare players for a professional career. The team has partnered with eco-friendly companies to make its merchandise and secured local sponsors, including Seventh Generation and now-beleaguered SunCommon, that share its values.

Yet the Green’s most impressive achievement might be the team’s robust — and growing — connection with the Burlington community. In a city never exactly known as a sports hotbed, the Green have routinely sold out home games and inked deals with local TV networks to broadcast matches. A Burlington cannabis dispensary sells “Vermont Greens” joints, and the team has collaborated with local craft breweries such as Zero Gravity and Burlington Beer for signature beers. The team’s hats and jerseys, with slick designs that rival professional teams, are common sights in and around Burlington.

Eager to capitalize on the team’s rapid rise, the founders are dreaming of building a stadium of their own. And a women’s exhibition game over the weekend drew more than 2,500 people, a turnout that has the owners weighing whether the Queen City could support two teams.

“That first season, it was all about that question of, ‘Can we do this?’” Infurna

said. “Now, we feel confident that this club could — and should — outlive us. We want to build a community asset that is rooted and here in perpetuity.”

GETTING THE GREEN LIGHT

Despite its status as the world’s most popular sport, soccer only started gaining ground with fans in the United States within the past 10 or 15 years. Before that, Green cofounder Infurna recalled, the sport “used to be almost like punk.”

“It was for rejects or people who didn’t feel any connection with the big American sports,” Infurna said. “The people who loved it banded together in this fierce sort of community, and that’s what I fell in love with soccer for.”

Infurna, 32, was born in New Jersey but grew up outside Rutland. With no way to watch soccer on TV or a local team to call his own, he channeled his passion for fostering a kind of outcast community into booking punk shows at local grange halls and American Legion posts.

After graduating from Castleton University in 2011, Infurna embarked on a career in soccer, working as a social media producer and manager for international clubs, including German Bundesliga teams Hertha BSC and Eintracht Frankfurt, his current employer.

“To me, the American sports model is to treat fans like nothing other than potential consumers,” Infurna said. “I’ve always

Green Mountain Bhoys celebrating with Vermont Green players

Tyler Littwin (with drum)

Sam Glickman

Matthew Wolff (left) and Patrick Infurna

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craved a sense of community over that sort of ultra-corporate experience.”

Unbeknownst to Infurna, the opportunity to turn that desire into a tangible reality began taking shape in 2020. During the COVID-19 lockdown, a friend of his from Burlington, Keil Corey, was furiously exchanging texts about launching a semiprofessional soccer team with two former soccer teammates from Skidmore College, Matt Wolff and Sam Glickman.

A graphic designer and art director, Wolff designed kits for MLS teams, and he created the uniform the French Men’s National Team wore when they won the 2018 World Cup. Wolff had been reading about the Forest Green Rovers, an English soccer club that focuses on environmental issues. It became a completely vegan club in 2015 and launched initiatives to cut carbon emissions. A light bulb went off in Wolff’s head: What if he could help create a team in his own country that championed environmental causes? He reached out to Corey and Glickman to workshop what first seemed, according to Glickman, like a “pie-in-the-sky fantasy.”

“It all started as a very hypothetical sort of thing,” Wolff explained. “We started texting, then we started talking over Zoom, and suddenly it’s like, wait — Are we seriously going to do this?”

Corey was working in Vermont as a consultant, helping businesses adopt environmentally sustainable strategies. The prospect of starting a soccer club based on environmental and social activism intrigued him.

“I started wondering what a small club dedicated to these sorts of tenets might accomplish,” Corey said. “Could we create a viable blueprint for a sports team to deal with climate change and systemic racism?”

Glickman, who was working at San Francisco-based payment app Stripe, came aboard as the finance guy. Corey brought his friend Infurna, with his extensive soccer media experience, into the core group. None of the four men had ever started a business, much less launched a sports franchise, but they were determined to give it a shot.

Wolff, who had previously worked for Nike, had advised USL teams on uniform design. His connections helped expedite the process of starting a franchise. He, Corey, Glickman and Infurna pooled their own money to pay the USL’s $75,000 franchise fee and signed a multiyear deal with UVM to use Virtue Field. (The founders wouldn’t disclose how much they pay UVM to lease the stadium, but Glickman noted that it’s one of their biggest expenses.)

That was the easy part.

The Queen City has never been a soccer hub. The last semipro men’s soccer team in the area, the Vermont Voltage, played in St. Albans for 15 years before it folded in 2014. In spite of its longevity, the club never established any kind of foothold with fans in the community.

“The vibe around the Voltage was basically for little kids,” former Sports Illustrated writer and Cornwall resident Alex Wolff — no relation to Matthew — said. “The team existed essentially as an offshoot of the youth soccer camps the program ran.”

The Voltage also didn’t project an image of social consciousness like the Green’s. Through canny marketing and aligning themselves with the right brands, the Green's founders aimed to win over

progressive-minded Burlingtonians.

The team brought on SunCommon as its primary sponsor and eventually attracted other Green Mountain companies, such as Ben & Jerry’s, who shared the ideal Green fan’s values. Using Matthew Wolff’s expertise, the founders created sleek, millennial-core designs for their websites and jerseys.

Earlier this month, iSun, the parent company of SunCommon, filed for bankruptcy and laid off dozens of employees — including Madeline Hammer, who first connected the company and the team. Hammer, the director of marketing at SunCommon at the time of the Green’s founding, was instrumental in convincing the company’s executives to sponsor the team.

They’re building a real, bona fide culture with this team, man.

TOM PROCTOR

“Their pitch deck was professional ,” Hammer said. “Obviously, the branding was stunning, and the club’s climate and social justice mission was a huge factor. Everything was thoughtfully curated, and it was clear the guys were bringing something different to the Vermont sporting community.”

Since that first season, the company has paid a large sum — Glickman won’t say how much — to have “SunCommon” splashed upon the game-day jerseys. In the wake of iSun’s bankruptcy, SunCommon has paid its bills, Glickman said. Whether its logo will be on the jerseys next year is an open question.

FIELD OF DREAMS

The score was 0-0 in the first half of a May 25 match at Virtue Field between the Green and Pleasant Valley, N.Y.’s Pathfinder FC, and the sold-out stadium was roiling with anticipation. Green forward Zach Zengue’s corner kick zipped into the penalty box, a fast, curling pass. Center-back Reid Fisher rose above the fray to flick the ball toward the far post, and forward Yaniv Bazini smashed a volley

Tom Proctor announcing a Vermont Green game

Vermont Green fans at a game

past the Pathfinder goalkeeper, sending the crowd into hysterics.

Fisher and Bazini ran toward the bleachers, throwing their arms around each other as the stadium erupted with the roar of 2,000-plus fans. From somewhere beneath the stands, Glickman sprinted out and bellowed his support from the edge of the touchline.

Most of the Green players, including Zengue, Fisher and Bazini, are college athletes, which is typical for USL League Two teams. The players aren’t paid, due to NCAA regulations; instead, the team finds them local host families during the 14-game season, plus playoffs.

Many of the league’s 74 teams hail from midsize cities, such as Rochester, N.Y., Flint, Mich., and Des Moines, Iowa. The defending champions, Ballard FC, play in Seattle. During the regular season, the Green play eight different teams, all of which are within a 5-hour bus ride.

Not everything goes to plan. A recent home match against AC Connecticut was delayed for more than an hour after Connecticut’s bus broke down on the drive up to Vermont.

The Green have suffered their own bus-related indignities. During their first season, when the founders were pinching every penny, the team booked an old yellow school bus — the kind most American school kids grow up loathing, where every bump on the road feels like a tackle and air-conditioning is a crapshoot — to transport them to away matches.

“I hated that bus so much,” said midfielder and captain Daniel Pacella, who has been on the team since the first season.

“It was bad enough on the way to the game, but on the way back, after you just played 90 minutes? And no bathroom? Rough.”

The players voiced their displeasure. The team now rides in a charter bus.

Head coach Adam Pfeifer has been with the team since day one. Formerly the coach of the men’s team at Norwich University, he’s now a full-time employee of the Green. Much of his work involves recruiting players.

“We sell a lot of our recruits on the fact that they’ll play some top-level soccer during their summers,” said Pfeifer, who played college ball at Boston College and won two USL championships with the Cape Cod Crusaders in 2002 and 2003.

Another selling point, Pacella said, is “the incredible atmosphere at our home games.”

team now. As our reputation grows and we can recruit higher-caliber players, I think the ceiling just goes up and up.”

One of Pfeifer’s first recruits was Pacella, who joined in the inaugural season and has returned each year. Originally from Montréal, Pacella, 24, came to Burlington to play soccer at UVM and has lived in Vermont for four years. He’s transferring to San Diego State University in the fall, but he said his time playing with the Green will stay with him forever.

“I’ve never experienced anything like this atmosphere in my career,” Pacella said. “It’s kind of unreal sometimes to see all the people here. You go to an away game, and you’re like, Damn, there’s no one here!”

CULTURE CLUB

There can’t be too many teams in American sports that start games with a land acknowledgement. But Tom Proctor announces over the Virtue Field public address stadium system before each kickoff that the games are played on Abenaki land.

“I love that he’s British,” gushed a fan in the stands at the 2024 season opener. “I know that’s silly, but I don’t know — it just lends some authenticity to it, you know?”

After seeing an online post from the club seeking a game-day announcer for its first season, Proctor, originally from Manchester, England, decided to throw his hat in the ring. “I was going to buy a season ticket anyway,” Proctor said. “Cheap bastard that I am, I thought I might as well try my hand at football announcing and save myself some money.”

A housing justice organizer by day who also hosts “Rocket Shop,” a local music show on Big Heavy World, Proctor was initially skeptical of the club’s environmental and social justice mission. He thought it was a gimmick.

That atmosphere was apparent back in March — in Vermont! — when the team hosted a game in the U.S. Open Cup. The tournament, the oldest of its kind in the country, is a massive, geographically sprawling affair, in which the lowest-tier clubs can face professional foes, even an MLS team.

For a new club in Vermont, qualifying alone was an achievement. But the Green went on, in thrilling fashion, to eliminate Lexington SC, a professional team that featured a striker in its starting lineup who used to play with Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League. U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) even tweeted a message of congratulations to the Green.

“This is a really strong team,” Pfeifer said. “A lot of the guys on the team in year one wouldn’t have a chance of making this

“After I talked with the founders, it became very apparent that was not the case whatsoever,” Proctor recalled. When he saw that the club was donating portions of its revenue to environmental nonprofits and aligning with coalitions such as the Anti Racist Soccer Club, he was sold.

“They’re building a real, bona fide culture with this team, man,” he said. “You can see it progressing with every match.”

That culture was on full display before the first home match of the third season. An hour before kickoff, the parking lot outside UVM's Gutterson Fieldhouse, across from Virtue Field, was already filling up. The smell of grilling food wafted through the air, and a group of supporters wearing T-shirts with their local union designations cavorted over beers. They

Coach Adam Pfeifer

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had come for the Green’s Labor Night, where the team celebrated Burlington’s working class with a halftime spotlight in the center of the pitch.

Nearby, the Green Mountain Bhoys, outfitted in Wolff-designed jerseys and Green-branded scarves, gathered around a pavilion. They waved homemade flags as they warmed up their singing voices, breaking into occasional chants of VERMONT GREEN, VER-MONT GREEN ! After the chanting died down, several of the Bhoys went back to planning a weekly Dungeons & Dragons game and drinking $11 beers.

Littwin founded the Bhoys, a portmanteau of Vermont’s Revolutionary War militia and the famously devoted Glasgow Celtic FC supporters. In the Green’s first season, Littwin, a graphic designer, started making game-day posters and connecting with other fans through social media. Chants were written, banners printed, podcasts launched; as the wins kept piling up on the field, the supporters' section of the stands kept growing.

“Post-pandemic, I think a lot of people lost their third spaces,” Littwin said. “They either are at work or at home, or those two things are one and the same. So to see this whole ecosystem that’s sprung out of the Green and to make the kind of friendships I have, I’m just super grateful.”

Inside the stadium, the Bhoys are irrepressible. Casual sports fans who find themselves near the group are in for a jarring discovery: Somewhere between nerd and jock cultures, there’s a strange in-between zone of fandom where grown adults scream at opposing team players about their perceived dating habits.

“Number six ghosted his last girlfriend!” one supporter bellowed at a recent game, drawing a chorus of laughs from the surrounding fans.

“I heard Pathfinder FC stands for fart committee!” came a slightly less inspired, though equally well-received, insult.

The Green Mountain Bhoys, and the sellout crowds at Virtue Field, make the Green unique in their league, according to Infurna. Indeed, the Green’s average 2023 season attendance of 2,200 made it the second-best-supported club of all 74 USL Two teams, behind only a squad that plays in San Francisco.

“I think our atmosphere has set the tone and raised the bar,” Infurna said. “Teams come here and see our crowd and get so hyped they play us like it’s a cup final, which is kind of annoying, but also a sign of respect.”

Fans who can’t make it to games can now watch the Green on local TV. The

team struck a deal this season with WCAXTV to broadcast matches on the network’s sister channel, WYCI. The station’s vice president and general manager, Jay Barton, was all in after having coffee with Infurna in the offseason.

“Their enthusiasm is absolutely contagious. I came away feeling like, Whatever I can do to help this project, I’m going to do it,” Barton said.

National media have also started to take notice of the Green. The team has been featured in the Guardian and on the BBC and drooled over by popular soccer podcasts such as “Men in Blazers,” which visited Burlington last year to record a live show.

“Whenever I see anything [the Green] do, I want to jump through the screen and

be there,” said “Men in Blazers” cofounder and host Roger Bennett.

Alex Wolff, the former Sports Illustrated writer, said he’s been blown away by the team’s fan culture.

“Most soccer in America at this level is essentially a glorified youth soccer camp experience,” he said. “The Green is a fan experience, and you can’t just invent that on a drafting table. You have to create it organically.”

Wolff would know. In 2006, he launched the Vermont Frost Heaves, the state’s first, and only, professional basketball team. The team played in Barre and Burlington until it folded in 2011; Wolff documented it all in a Sports Illustrated article.

The Frost Heaves enjoyed early success, even winning the 2007 American

Basketball Association Championship, and created a close bond with their fans. But splitting home games between cities — and the economic difficulties of maintaining a team of paid professional athletes — proved untenable.

Wolff noted that the Green have figured out ways around many of the problems that plagued his basketball passion project. He’s confident the team can continue growing.

“Even if what they’re doing is on a small scale in the sports world, it’s incredibly exciting,” Wolff said. “For a team with their social mission to have success, what might that say to bigger teams? What might be accomplished if those bigger teams took up the Green’s methods? Just look at the connection between the team and its culture — it’s what every club wants.”

TOMORROW’S GREEN

An air of excitement ran through the players as they finished morning training on a recent Thursday. Pfeifer had mostly taken it easy on them after a tough loss in New Hampshire the night before.

Yet the team was all smiles as they gathered around a special guest.

“I’m pretty sure this is the best player to ever step foot on Virtue Field,” Pfeifer said as he introduced Sam Mewis, a former star player for the 2019 World Cup-winning U.S. Women’s National Team. The Green had tapped her to coach a women’s exhibition game, a sort of trial run of one of the founders’ long-term goals: fielding a women’s soccer team.

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Sam Mewis

I still get this feeling every week, like, I can’t believe this is happening.

PATRICK INFURNA

Wearing a Green FC training jersey, Mewis greeted the squad. The young men, eager for even a modicum of the success Mewis enjoyed throughout her career, soon peppered her with questions about the World Cup and playing in the 2021 Summer Olympics.

Attracting Mewis as a coach — and fielding a women’s team for a sold-out exhibition game — is a testament to how

far the Green have come in such a short time, and an indicator of what might be on the horizon. Women make up 51 percent of America’s soccer fans, according to a 2022 study by Sports Innovation Lab. The most recent Women’s World Cup, in 2023, averaged 4.3 million viewers in the U.S. for each match. When it comes to soccer in America, the future is absolutely female.

“Starting the women’s team is a huge priority for us,” Matthew Wolff said. “If we’re going to be the club for this area, we have to. There’s such a hunger for women to both play in the USL and to be able to watch women’s soccer.”

As luck would have it, Mewis, who recently retired from playing soccer, just moved to town.

“My husband and I visited the area last year and fell in love,” Mewis said. She was standing on the sidelines of Virtue Field, watching the team train with the kind of longing only a former player with surgically repaired knees knows.

Mewis and her husband bought a house in Colchester last February. She’d been

According to Glickman, the team is picky about its sponsors.

“We’ve definitely had to turn away partners,” Glickman said. “They’ve been nice offers that certainly would help the club financially, but they’re not mission aligned. If you’re attached to the oil or gas industry, well, that’s not really part of who we are.”

Finding big green companies in little Vermont is no easy feat — and with the parent company of the team’s biggest sponsor facing bankruptcy, the Green are on the hunt for new sources of financial support.

The founders say the loss of their main sponsor isn’t enough to sink the team, but they acknowledge that margins are tight. Even though tickets sell by the thousands for $15 a pop and jerseys bring in about $80 each, that revenue is getting pumped right back into the team, they say.

working in sports media since retiring from soccer, she said, and she was already aware of the Green’s remarkable ascent.

“What the Green are doing, it could really turn into something special,” Mewis said. “Not just for the community here, but for the women’s game in general. And to be a part of this club’s history now is a very cool feeling.”

Mewis led the Green out against Canadian women’s team FC Laval, securing a win on penalty kicks in front of a stadium that had been sold out weeks in advance.

EXTRA TIME

The Green’s founders have additional bold aspirations, from fielding a youth program to the “ultimate dream,” in Glickman’s words, of having their own dedicated stadium. While UVM’s field has mostly worked out for them, long food and beer lines have been persistent issues.

Until the Green have their own place, the team is bound by UVM’s contract with food service giant Sodexo. After hearing complaints from fans about the long lines and limited options, Glickman negotiated with UVM to allow food trucks outside the stadium to accommodate their growing fan base.

“It’s challenging to work with a large entity like UVM,” Glickman admitted. “But we’ve been able to work out a relationship with them to do whatever we need, because we literally wouldn’t exist without it.”

In spite of such challenges, the Green have already made good on some of their environmental commitments. The team is working with the Science Based Targets initiative to monitor emissions, with the goal of eliminating its carbon footprint in the near future. Jerseys are made of recycled plastic in solar-powered factories.

“There’s no big investor or sack of money we’re working from,” Infurna said. “Bringing in investors could certainly alleviate those types of problems, but once you take someone’s money, you have to answer to them.”

Of the four, only Glickman pulls a paycheck as a full-time employee of the Green. Infurna still works for Eintracht Frankfurt; Wolff still has freelance design work; and Corey, who moved to Montréal last year, has stepped back from his role in the Green.

But none of the founders is complaining about the long hours and minimal pay.

“I still get this feeling every week, like, I can’t believe this is happening,” Infurna said. “This isn’t our little experiment any more. It’s a real, living thing that doesn’t just belong to us. It belongs to the fans and the ball boys and the players and everyone who loves this club.”

Earlier this month, as fans poured into the stadium before a home game against AC Connecticut, they seemed as excited by the club’s existence as the game itself.

“I didn’t know that much about soccer before a few years ago,” said Bridget, a 29-year-old social worker from Essex. She was sporting a 2023 away jersey and carrying two beers as she went to find a seat before kickoff. “But it just doesn’t feel like this is typical. These are next-level vibes.”

The vibes carried over onto the pitch as the Green routed their divisional foes 7-0, behind a hat trick from forward Bazini. Long after the final whistle, the team stayed on the field to celebrate with the fans, chugging tiny containers of maple syrup. ➆

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Vermont Green players celebrating with a shot of maple syrup

When Nations Gather

Québec’s powwow season, a summer tradition, kicks off

BY KAREN GARDINER

With sweeping movements that sent their regalia’s brightly colored ribbons into the air, a troupe of grass dancers stomped their feet to each urgent beat of a large bass drum. The Wabanaki Confederacy drum group sang and set the pace for the dance, raising the pitch and intensity of their voices as the drumming picked up speed. It was just before noon on a blazing hot June day in western Québec’s rural Outaouais region, where the annual Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow — the ﬁrst and largest of a provincewide powwow series — was about to begin.

Outside the dance circle, a few hundred spectators unfolded camping chairs; a toddler wearing a buckskin jacket handed out strawberries in celebration of his ﬁrst powwow dance. A jingle dress dancer’s metal cone-adorned regalia tinkled as she rushed to ﬁnd her place in the lineup.

Then the circle cleared and the crowd went quiet. A new, slower drumbeat began, and everyone stood when the MC announced the Grand Entry, the arrival of all the weekend’s dancers. Led by ﬂag bearers, they ﬁled into the circle by the hundreds. I spotted the two head dancers, followed by dancers of di erent styles: traditional, grass, jingle dress and fancy shawl. They, in turn, were followed by the tiny 6-and-unders, who looked wobbly but determined. Only when everyone was inside the circle could the gathering o cially kick o .

In a way, the festivities would last until fall. From June to September, Indigenous people from Québec and beyond follow the Pow Wow Trail across a vast swath of the province — from the Cree community of Eeyou Istchee, on the shores of James Bay, to the Mohawk territory of Akwesasne, which straddles the U.S.-Canada border. A handful are within easy road-tripping distance of Burlington. Of the 21 powwows

that comprise the trail, no two are exactly alike. Some are competition powwows, in which dancers compete for cash prizes.

Others, like Kitigan Zibi’s, are billed as traditional, with a focus on social dancing.

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In total, some 4,000 people attended the two-day Kitigan Zibi powwow. That number included non-Indigenous Québécois from nearby towns, Cree from northern Québec, Haudenosaunee from New York, and a group of casually dressed diplomatic sta from the embassies of Jordan, India, Turkey, Germany, France, New Zealand, Belgium and the Netherlands. The diplomats had traveled up from the big city, where their embassies sit on the “unceded, unsurrendered territory of Ottawa,” MC Beendigaygizhig Deleary noted to the crowd at one point. “That makes me go ‘hmmm.’” He was uncharacteristically quiet for a few seconds before continuing: “So glad you’re here. And land back!”

The phrase “land back” refers to an international political movement to restore Indigenous sovereignty. As

While some charge a small admission fee, others, like

Zibi’s, are free. You don’t need an invitation or to know anyone in the community. But there’s no mistaking it — visitors are guests on Indigenous land. Even if that feels intimidating or awkward at ﬁrst, it’s

Deleary made clear, however, the Kitigan Zibi Traditional Pow Wow, like each event on the Québec Pow Wow Trail, is open to all who wish to attend.

Kitigan

Wendake International Pow Wow

Drumming at the Wendake International Pow Wow

HOW TO POWWOW: A FIRST-TIMER’S GUIDE

Know when not to take photos. Photos are strictly verboten during the Grand Entry and Opening Prayer, which are considered sacred. While it is generally fine to take photos of dancers while they are in the arena, there may be particular moments that should not be photographed — the MCs will let you know, so pay attention to their announcements.

Say “regalia.”

Dancers at powwows wear handmade attire, called “regalia,” that holds deep significance and may have been passed down through generations. You’ll see many different designs at a powwow. They reflect the diversity of Indigenous cultures, “especially in Québec,” Deleary said. In the Algonquin territory of western Québec, for example, he said, “you’ll see more woodland features — floral works and birch bark.” Just don’t call it a costume.

What to bring (and not).

If you wish to talk to an Elder or ask them questions, Cayer suggests bringing tobacco to offer as a sign of respect. Alcohol, drugs and pets are always prohibited on the grounds.

Browse the vendors.

A powwow is a great place to buy handmade Indigenous arts and crafts and talk to artisans about their work. And spending money is a mutually rewarding way to make a positive impact — purchasing from artisans supports Indigenous families and their communities.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. You may not always understand what’s going on at your first powwow. If you’re unsure of what to do, follow the lead of others around you. If you have any questions, just ask.

not difficult to fit in by simply listening and showing respect, such as by following the MC’s directions and keeping quiet during prayers.

Each powwow, insiders told me, provides a venue for Indigenous peoples to come together and practice and strengthen their cultures. These gatherings are a relatively recent part of Native life. Powwows emerged in the mid-19th century, part of efforts to resist cultural assimilation as Indigenous people were pushed from their land and into reserves.

IT WAS THE POWWOW, IN MANY WAYS, THAT HELPED US REKINDLE

“We made powwows because we needed a place to be together,” Cheyenne and Arapaho author Tommy Orange wrote in his 2018 novel, There There. When Canada’s 1876 Indian Act prohibited Indigenous ceremonies and dance, many communities continued to hold them in secret or curtailed their most visible spiritual content to appease authorities. The government didn’t lift the ban until 1951.

“It was the powwow, in many ways, that helped us rekindle the spirit of our dances and songs,” Deleary told the crowd just before the Grand Entry. “It was a way for us to hold on to [them] without it seeming like it was ceremony.” The government perceived such gatherings

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as dangerous, he explained. “They gave us our sovereignty, gave us our strength as a people,” he said.

Deleary’s voice was a constant throughout the weekend. He spoke in English, with a smattering of Algonquin and French words thrown in. Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation is a majority-anglophone Anishinaabe community whose Indigenous language is Algonquin, a dialect of Anishinaabemowin. For two days, from morning to sunset, Deleary coordinated the powwow’s four drum groups, announced each dance and explained protocol. It was a grueling gig that he pulled off with unflagging charisma and confidence. When dead air threatened, he cracked jokes: “I’ve got a voice for radio but not a face.”

A former singer from Kitigan Zibi, Deleary, who looked relaxed in a short-sleeved shirt adorned with floral embroidery, lives in Ottawa and spends his summers traveling from powwow to powwow. He described the lifestyle as “hectic” but “a blessing” for his four children, who have friends and family across North America. With exactly two minutes to spare between dances, I asked him what this powwow means to the community he grew up in.

“It’s a revival of culture,” he said. “It’s saying to our young people that being Anishinabeg, being Algonquin — having an identity and a sense of belonging, a connection to culture, language, song and dance — is important.” It’s fitting that this event opens the province’s powwow season, he said: “Kitigan Zibi has always been a very strong community … very supportive of the other nations within Québec, within the Algonquin Nation and outside.” Then he rushed back to his station to announce the next dance.

While ceremonial dances are the main events at every powwow, they are not the only happening. The field surrounding the dance arena at Kitigan Zibi was crammed with trucks, canopies and tables selling everything from handmade jewelry and moccasins to beauty products and clothes. As soon as the lines thinned, I headed for the vendors. Their wares included “Every Child Matters” T-shirts, honoring Indigenous children sent to residential schools, and, in recognition of missing and murdered Indigenous women, ones emblazoned with “No More Stolen Sisters.” The “Indigenous Pride” shirts need no explanation.

I bought a pair of big, geometrically patterned beaded earrings from a local Anishinaabe artist and a second pair

A dancer at the Kitigan Zibi Pow Wow

POWWOW NOW

Ready for a road trip? You can reach these five upcoming powwows in five hours — or less — from Burlington.

Wendake International Pow Wow

While at Wendake’s powwow, visitors can spend the night at the Huron-Wendat-owned First Nations Hotel-Museum and explore the Onhwa’ Lumina multimedia night walk. June 28-30, tourismewendake.ca/en/pow-wow.

Kahnawake Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow-Wow

Held in the Mohawk community of Kahnawake on Montréal’s South Shore, this big powwow includes a smoke dance competition — a dance form that originated with the Haudenosaunee. July 13-14, kahnawakepowwow.com.

Odanak Pow Wow

Marking 65 editions this summer, Odanak Pow Wow celebrates Abenaki culture and is known for its food offerings, including smoked fish and the corn stew called sagamité. July 20-21, powwowodanak.com.

Manawan Pow Wow

In the Lanaudière region northeast of Montréal, the Atikamekw community of Manawan offers powwow travel packages that include staying in a teepee on an island on Kempt Lake. July 26-28, canadianpowwows.ca/events/pow-wow-manawan.

Kanesatake Annual Pow Wow

Located at the confluence of the Ottawa River and Lake Deux-Montagnes on Montréal’s north shore, Kanesatake’s powwow offers an opportunity to explore the artistry of the area’s small Mohawk community. August 31-September 1, facebook.com/kpowwow.

made by an Abenaki artist from Wôlinak, Que. Looking over the food vendors, I considered the elk burger, foot-long “auntie’s delight” hot dog and “walking tacos,” ground beef ladled into a Doritos bag. I settled instead on an “Indian taco,” meat filling wrapped in fry bread, from Adrianna’s Den, whose white truck is a familiar sight on the Northeast’s powwow circuit.

“Looking good, looking good!” Deleary enthused as dancers spun their way around the arena, swinging shawls elaborately decorated with brightly colored appliqué and ribbons to mimic butterflies in flight. The dwindling crowd was sunbaked by then, the second consecutive day of nearly nonstop dancing. Vendors were packing up, but it wasn’t over yet.

“Let’s fill that dance arena!” Deleary called out over the sound system as he announced an intertribal dance. He meant it. Intertribal dances are open to everyone. “You don’t have to be Indigenous. Anybody’s allowed to dance,” he said. Spectators were rooted in their seats, looking around uncertainly. Slowly, though, the circle filled up. Visitors dressed in shorts and jeans shuffled their feet to the steady beat of the drum alongside dancers in feathered bustles and headdresses, fur hair ties and bone breastplates.

“Everybody can learn and see what happens at a powwow and perhaps catch on to some of the protocols,” organizer Robin Cayer told me. Respect for Elders and participants are cornerstones of powwow etiquette, she said, which includes “being mindful of asking dancers if [you] can take their picture” outside the dance arena. “Their spirit is in the regalia,” she explained. “If you’re taking pictures of them without their permission, it’s like taking a bit of their spirit.”

As we talked, the jingle dress dancers gathered in the arena and prepared to pray for an ailing community member. “That’s what the jingle dress dance is about,” Cayer said. “It’s about healing.” The dancers say their prayers into tobacco in their hands, which they then offer to the sacred fire.

You might come for the color and energy of the dancers and drummers, but the spectacle goes deeper than mere performance. The jingle dress dance, for instance, had been organized on the spur of the moment in response to the needs of someone in the community. These kinds of spontaneous acts, Cayer told me, are the soul of a powwow. “If visitors come and listen, they’ll learn those kinds of things,” Cayer said, “just by paying attention.” ➆

Dairy Diversity

Pawlet’s Woodlawn Farm leverages Consider Bardwell’s award-winning cheese recipes in a shot at survival

BY MELISSA PASANEN • pasanen@sevendaysvt.com

One mid-April Thursday, Seth Leach began his morning at 3 a.m. as usual in the milking barn of his family’s seventh-generation Pawlet farm. The rest of his day was far from standard for a Vermont dairy farmer.

Over the next 16 hours, Leach drove 200 miles from Woodlawn Farm in the Mettawee Valley to the Upper Valley, then on to Montpelier and Chittenden County. On the way, he stopped at 11 co-ops, specialty markets and restaurants, leaving a trail of cheese samples and sales materials behind him like Hansel and Gretel’s crumbs.

Between two late-afternoon Burlington meetings, Leach took a 15-minute nap in his truck. “I felt like a new man,” the 43-year-old farmer later recounted.

For dinner, Leach met a pair of old University of Vermont buddies at Hen of the Wood on Cherry Street. Beyond a good meal with friends, he had an ulterior motive.

The restaurant was on the “hit list” Leach had received from Provisions International, the White River Junction-based specialty foods distributor with which he and his wife, Kate Leach, have been working closely to launch their line of Woodlawn Creamery cheeses made with the milk of Woodlawn Farm’s herd.

pocket. Frank said he loved Pawlet — a raw-milk, washed-rind tomme originally made by Consider Bardwell Farm in West Pawlet — and was eager to taste a new version and talk with the farmer behind it.

Mission accomplished — with class.

AGRICULTURE

Leach was hoping to hand-deliver a sample of cheese to Hen’s culinary team. But, he recalled, “I didn’t want to go walking through the door waving a piece of cheese like a ﬂag, because that’s super not classy.”

He did tuck a small wedge in his coat pocket.

As the friends wrapped up dinner, the restaurant’s executive chef, Nick Frank, came over to introduce himself. He had been tipped o by the Provisions team that the farmer would be coming in.

Frank and Leach had not met until that point, but the chef was familiar with the cheese in the farmer’s

Under financial pressure from persistently low fluid-milk prices, Vermont’s dairy farmers are doing everything they can to stay afloat. Even as they continue shipping milk to the commodity market, where they don’t control the prices, many are branching out into value-added products whose prices they can set themselves, such as farm-raised beef and, of course, cheese.

But those new ventures can be expensive to launch and run. So, rather than investing thousands of dollars in a new cheesemaking facility and building a cheese

Left: Kate and Seth Leach at the Woodlawn Farm store; right: Woodlawn Creamery Pawlet cheese

SIDEdishes

SERVING UP FOOD NEWS

New Chef Team

Joins the Tillerman in Bristol

A pair of HONEY ROAD alums now heads the kitchen at the TILLERMAN in Bristol. ELLIOT SION and TAYLOR ADAMS have joined the culinary team as chef de cuisine and sous chef, respectively, Tillerman co-owners KATE BARON and JASON KIRMSE said The married couple bought the former Mary’s Restaurant and Inn at Baldwin Creek in summer 2021.

Sion and Adams are working on a new menu, but Kirmse said the restaurant will not become “Honey Road South” and will retain its focus on rustic farm-to-table cuisine. Baron added that the Tillerman will still o er shared plates and wood-ﬁred pizza as it expands with a Mediterranean emphasis. The Tillerman was just named one of the 22 best pizza places in the United States by the New York Times

Sion moved to Vermont from the Boston area in 2017 to help open Honey Road, where he rose to become

chef de cuisine. Before that, he spent three years at eastern Mediterranean restaurant Sarma in Somerville. Adams worked as a line cook at Honey Road for three years before leaving for the Hindquarter, a Huntington-based caterer.

The new chefs join line cook JORDAN HALL, who has worked at the Tillerman since 2021, and KELSEY MARTIN, who started at the restaurant in November 2022 and will now primarily make pizzas and pastries.

Melissa Pasanen

Gondolas Snack Bar Opens in Morristown

Locals can now pull up, cool o and chow down at Morristown’s newest roadside destination, GONDOLAS SNACK BAR. Owner LOUIS FERRIS opened the creemee and burger spot on June 7 at 3107 Route 15.

A real estate professional with experience working in commercial kitchens, Ferris wants his new business to be ingrained in the community. After the former occupant of the spot, Mountain View Snack Bar, closed during the pandemic, he saw an opportunity to re-create his best memories of Vermont summers and give them back to people, he said.

“I’m just so excited to bring everyone together here,” Ferris said. “Our customers stay and hang out long after they’re ﬁnished with their creemees.”

Gondolas whips up triple-scoop cones in ﬂavors such as maple, tutti-frutti and cotton candy, plus smash burgers, fries and onion rings. Ferris wants the snack bar to be authentic, which to him means locally sourced ingredients, such as creemee mix from Kingdom Creamery of Vermont, and live music on Saturday nights.

“We’d love to see anyone from Little League sports teams or friends having a reunion here,” Ferris said. “We just want to be that fun place for the community to get a treat.”

Gondolas operates daily from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. until October. Find out more at gondolassnackbar.com.

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brand from scratch, the Leaches are leasing Consider Bardwell’s existing cheese plant and licensing its proven recipes and cheese names. Most importantly, they have hired its longtime cheesemaker.

The couple hope they’ve found a smart way to minimize financial risk and make their dairy business sustainable.

BARDWELL, RECONSIDERED

Married couple Angela Miller and Rust Glover, a literary agent and architect, respectively, bought the West Pawlet farm that they named Consider Bardwell in 2001. They launched a cheesemaking operation in 2004, working with Westminster-based cheese expert Peter Dixon to develop their recipes, which earned a steady flow of major awards and press accolades.

By 2019, the cheeses were sold nationwide, with several hundred wheels of Pawlet shipped weekly to Kroger supermarkets. The operation milked about 150 goats and bought cow’s milk from three nearby farmers, including Woodlawn Farm.

Miller and Glover said Consider Bardwell was poised to hit $2 million in annual sales when it abruptly shut down in September 2019 after a voluntary recall of cheeses contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The pathogenic bacteria — which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people and others with compromised immune systems — was traced to a small amount of goat’s milk the cheesemaker bought from a local farmer.

No illnesses were reported, but Consider Bardwell suffered what felt like a mortal blow as it destroyed $200,000 worth of cheese, laid off 20 employees and rehomed its goat herd. In an announcement at the time, Miller wrote, “We simply do not have the cash flow and resources to recover from the recall and sustain our business to move forward.”

Assisted by pandemic recovery funding, Miller did resume cheesemaking in July 2020. But she struggled to find employees and started actively looking to sell or otherwise pass on the business.

“I was tired,” said Miller, who described herself as “well past retirement age.”

Meanwhile, Leach was brainstorming ways to keep his family’s legacy dairy farm alive. He hauled some of his own milk to two other Vermont cheesemakers and raised beef to supplement his co-op milk checks.

I love what I do too much to quit.

SETH LEACH

But that was not enough.

The business of dairy farming has changed dramatically since Leach was a child who followed his dad, Tim Leach, around the farm like a shadow.

The young man earned a UVM degree in animal science and small business and returned to the family farm in 2003. He never dreamed of making a life anywhere else, but he soon realized he would need to be a different kind of farmer and businessperson than his parents had been.

“The commodity milk market isn’t gonna leave me any choice,” Leach said.

When a reporter visited Woodlawn Farm in early June, Tim had just returned from mowing a neighbor’s hayfield. The 71-year-old technically retired about five years ago, but “the self-proclaimed world’s finest mower of hay” still helps out a lot, Seth said.

Asked what he thought about his son’s foray into artisan cheese, Tim said, “We sent four kids to college on cow’s milk.

That’s not something that can happen right now.” He shook his head. “This dairy business is like having a millstone around your neck, but Seth’s never wavered. He’s working his butt off.”

A JUMP START

To understand Seth’s passion to save his farm, one needs only to see him there. During that June visit, he drove a reporter to his favorite hilltop meadow on the 775-acre farm, where about 35 of Woodlawn’s 250 dairy cows grazed. On the way back, he slowed his truck to savor the view. Route 30 snaked through the valley below, dotted with red barns and bordered by the green-gold glow of early summer hayfields.

“This is the most gorgeous place on Earth, in my opinion,” he said. “I love what I do too much to quit.”

Seth and Kate Leach live in the house where he grew up, a large, white-clapboard, Federalist-style home built in 1796. Leaches have lived there since 1831.

After a lot of research, the couple concluded that their best bet for keeping Woodlawn Farm solvent was to launch their own value-added product line. Seth,

From top: Seth Leach with some of the farm’s registered Holsteins; Woodlawn Creamery cheeses at Mach’s Market in Pawlet

Faraway Nearby

Burlington keeps showing up for Kismayo Kitchen’s approachable Somali-inspired eats

STORY & PHOTO BY AMELIA CATANZARO

I am normally wary of restaurants with more than three cuisines. Tacos do not belong on the same menu as pizza and pasta. However, Burlington’s Kismayo Kitchen is an exception, where Philly cheesesteaks share space with samosas and pasta with Somali beef. And, by God, it works.

I went into the little red-shingled restaurant at 505 Riverside Avenue to find a filling counter-order lunch. e Kismayo Sandwich ($10.99) was just that: Served hot, it was piled on a cloudlike eight-inch roll with juicy, vinegary halal chicken thighs, sautéed onions and peppers, iceberg lettuce, tomato, and a generous amount of undisclosed house sauce that I would gladly bathe in. To complete my meal, I sipped on a homey Somali tea ($2.50), a milk-based black spiced chai that satisfied my sweet tooth.

Kismayo Kitchen is largely run by women, namely owner Anisa Mohamed, her sisterin-law Asha Omar and several nieces — Amina, Bahja, Qamar and Saﬁya Ibrahim — who cook and serve. Mohamed is the widow and Omar is the sister of Kismayo’s previous chef-owner, Ahmed Omar, who died unexpectedly last year. e team of women reopened the small restaurant eight months ago to help keep his legacy alive.

Almost every menu item falls below our $12 Dining on a Dime limit without skimping on portions or quality ingredients. Next on my list to try is the bowl of chicken coconut stew ($10.99) paired with two crispy beef samosas ($5.99).

ere’s a reason the community keeps showing up for Kismayo Kitchen. Mohamed’s soft smile greets a wide mix of customers — sweaty children post soccer game, couples on awkward ﬁrst dates, ski bums, DoorDashers, solo diners — as they step into the restaurant. Sandwiches are served in nostalgia-inducing red plastic fry containers, while tables are covered with perfectly sticky checkered tablecloths. Wafts of searing meat ﬁll the air. Kismayo Kitchen has something for everyone, from a no-frills potato salad ($5.99) for the picky eater to Somali goat served over rice ($18.99) for the adventurer.

I chatted with Mohamed about her chicken sandwich, which the self-proclaimed “bread gal” described as born from her love of crusty bread. “We want the bread to be dry but also something you can eat” and the ﬂavors to be “familiar but a little bit different,” she said.

From the affordability to the wide-ranging menu, Kismayo Kitchen is the deﬁnition of a restaurant that reﬂects a diverse community. Eating at the eclectic Somali-inspired café felt like sitting at my mother’s kitchen table — as if someone were holding my hand while I tried something new. at’s intentional. “Everyone who comes to our restaurant that is new to us gets tea for free. at’s what Omar used to do,” Mohamed explained. Her own ideal lunch order? It’s the pasta with Somali beef ($13.99) made spicy — and, of course, a cup of tea. ➆

Dining on a Dime is a series featuring well-made, ﬁlling bites (something substantial enough to qualify as a small meal or better) for around $12 or less. Know of a tasty dish we should feature? Drop us a line: food@sevendaysvt.com.

INFO

Kismayo Kitchen, 505 Riverside Ave., Burlington, 448-3032, sites.google.com/view/kismayokitchen

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who had stayed in touch with Miller and Consider Bardwell’s former cheesemaker, Leslie Go Tyminski, hoped that leveraging the established cheese business could give him a jump start.

As Miller recalled it, Seth phoned early one morning to see if she might consider selling the business. “Who calls somebody at seven in the morning except a farmer?” she said with a chuckle.

While the Leaches did not end up buying Consider Bardwell, they negotiated a lease for its cheesemaking facility and a licensing agreement for three of its best-selling cheeses: Pawlet, Rupert and Dorset, for which they will pay royalties on all sales for ﬁve years. After that, they will own the recipes and cheese names. Rather than using the Consider Bardwell brand, the couple are launching the cheeses under their own new business name, Woodlawn Creamery.

To bankroll the venture, they secured a $150,000 loan from Farm Credit East, thanks largely to Kate’s full-time job at Burr and Burton Academy in Manchester, since they have little collateral to o er. They don’t make enough money — yet — to pay Seth’s parents a fair price for the conserved farmland, they said. They also received a $60,000 loan from the Vermont Community Loan Fund.

Miller was impressed, she said, by the “amazing due diligence” the young couple did. She likes the idea that the cheeses will stay in the Mettawee Valley and help keep a seventh-generation dairy farm going. Plus, she added, “I just liked Seth. I liked his brash honesty and his no BS.”

Woodlawn Creamery made its first batches of cheese in the former Consider Bardwell facility in January. Its inaugural wheels of Pawlet hit their sale-ready age of 3 months right before Seth embarked on his lengthy mid-April sample road trip.

‘ASS-KICKING’ CHEESEMAKER

After the June tour of Woodlawn Farm, Seth led a reporter on the 15-minute drive to the former Consider Bardwell cheese facility, in a huge, old dairy barn where he attended 4-H meetings as a kid.

Downstairs, a freshly made batch of Rupert wheels floated in brine. Upstairs, older wheels of smooth, whitecoated Rupert and orange, basketweave-imprinted Pawlet aged on boards of hemlock wood in separate caves.

Woodlawn Creamery has not yet made

Cheese is a living thing. It needs constant care.

any Dorset, but it is making a cheese called Southwind developed by Jeremy Russo, a farmer-cheesemaker and childhood friend of Seth’s.

The learning curve has been minimal for the 34-year-old lead cheesemaker, Go Tyminski, who started working with Consider Bardwell’s goat herd when she was 15. She rose to become Consider Bardwell’s creamery director and was among those laid o in 2019 following the listeria recall. (Miller said Go Tyminski was not to blame for the contamination.)

Hiring Go Tyminski was a nonnegotiable part of his plans, Seth said. When the farmer solicited advice from Provisions International on the possible Consider Bardwell deal, the regional distributor’s local cheese purchaser, Mark Bomalaski, told him, “There’s still demand for that line of cheeses. They’re great recipes. But don’t do this without hiring Leslie back,” Bomalaski recalled.

Seth described Go Tyminski as one of two “ass-kicking professional women” without whom he could not run the diversiﬁed dairy operation. The other is Woodlawn Farm herd manager Hannah Fay.

“You have to divide and conquer,” he said.

Despite the rough ending to her Consider Bardwell tenure, Go Tyminski was open to returning to the facility. “I missed the cheeses here, the Pawlet especially,” she said. “These cheeses were like my baby for many years. Cheese is a living thing. It needs constant care.”

Pawlet, for example, goes into a brine the day after it’s made and then sits in a

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drying room for a week. Once moved to the cave, the wheels must be washed with a solution of yeasts and good bacteria two to three times weekly for their first two months of aging and then once weekly for the final month.

The resulting cheese, according to Hen of the Wood’s Frank, is as good as he remembered it, with a flavor that is a little mellower, fresher and grassier than the Consider Bardwell version.

The chef especially appreciates Pawlet’s “nice, fudgy texture,” which lends itself to inclusion in a cheese plate or searing on the restaurant’s wood-fired plancha, creating a crisp exterior and “a melty, oozy center.” He has paired a warm wedge from the plancha with thinly sliced, smoked pig heart pastrami; pickled onions; and spicy aioli.

Goff Tyminski noted that the cheeses are now 100 percent Holstein milk; Consider Bardwell made Pawlet and Rupert with mostly Jersey milk. Typically, Jersey cows deliver higher fat and protein levels. But the cheesemaker said Woodlawn’s milk is exceptionally high in those components, too, and contributes “intense umami, brothy, meaty, onion notes” to the Pawlet that were not in previous versions.

Bomalaski of Provisions International said Woodlawn Creamery’s Pawlet has been very well received by the distributor’s retail and restaurant customers. An initial 300-pound order in April has been followed by several similar reorders.

He added that he has been impressed

by the Leaches’ “cautious and pragmatic approach” and “business acumen.”

Southwind, which Bomalaski described as a “spectacular” raclettestyle cheese, started shipping in June. Woodlawn Creamery’s version of Rupert, a raw-milk, washed-rind cheese that ages for at least eight months, will be available in September.

In the creamery’s cave, Goff Tyminski extracted a narrow cylinder of cheese from a 4-month-old wheel of Rupert to check its progress. She said she was pleased with the sweet, rounded flavor and soft but resilient texture. As the cheese ages, she said, it will develop more caramelly, butterscotch notes.

At the creamery’s current cheese production rate, it takes 4,000 to 6,000 pounds of milk weekly from the farm, about 8 percent of the total output of Woodlawn’s herd. Seth and Kate are optimistic, based on sales so far, that the figure will gradually increase and the cheese business will break even by spring 2025.

Seth admitted that he still takes the occasional truck nap during long days juggling his milking and beef herds, doing fieldwork, hauling milk, and helping make and sell cheese.

Despite the complexity of adding a new enterprise to the mix, the farmer said he feels more in control of his milk now.

“If I fail as a businessperson,” Seth said. “I want it to be because of me.” ➆

Left: Woodlawn Creamery Pawlet on a Hen of the Wood cheese plate; right: Leslie Goff Tyminsky evaluating a sample from a wheel of Rupert

culture

Arden

Fog of War

Book review: e Warm Hands of Ghosts, Katherine Arden

BY JORDAN ADAMS

BOOKS

Meanwhile, in a parallel narrative set several months earlier, Freddie is indeed alive, but he’s in trouble. Trapped in a pitch-black pillbox destroyed by a shell, he clings to life. Among the piles of dead bodies Freddie can only feel and smell is critically injured German soldier Hans Winter, who speaks excellent English. Though the men are sworn enemies, they work together to free themselves.

In a daze, the unlikely allies traverse battlefields and blown-out villages, desperate for safety. But whichever side they ﬁnd it on, one will become a prisoner and probably face execution.

At various points in their travels, both Freddie and Laura encounter a mysterious, violin-playing fellow called Faland. A hotelier of sorts with an impish, otherworldly quality, he o ers refuge and abundant wine to weary travelers in his shabby-chic lodge, though he doesn’t seem to charge. Many people know of him, yet his whereabouts remain oddly elusive.

Place your finger anywhere on the wheel of time, and you will ﬁnd an era when people thought the world was coming to an end. No matter what marvels we dream up to make our lives fuller, more connected or longer lasting, humanity’s ingrained fear of impending doom overshadows them. And nothing makes us herald the end like war.

In Vermont author Katherine Arden’s chilling novel The Warm Hands of Ghosts, the Great War rages in continental Europe. Chaotic ﬁghting on the Western Front reaches a pinnacle in late 1917, as soldiers on both sides die solitary deaths in ditches, shell holes and mud ﬁelds. Those who survive are hardly the lucky ones. Posttraumatic stress disorder is rampant, though it has no common name. The world is falling apart.

Combat nurse Laura Iven, honorably discharged and sent home to Halifax, Nova Scotia, after a debilitating leg injury, is now

her family’s only survivor. Her parents have recently died in a maritime tragedy in their home city’s port when a French cargo ship, the SS Mont-Blanc, collided with a Norwegian freighter, igniting a massive explosion that incinerated nearby homes.

And her younger brother, Freddie, serving in Belgium, has been pronounced dead.

But something isn’t quite right about the news of Freddie’s death. When a soldier dies overseas, one military ID stays with the body, while the other is sent home to survivors. Both of Freddie’s IDs arrived with his personal e ects.

her missing soldier son, Laura receives a message from their Ouija board: Freddie is alive.

A skeptic and a pragmatist, Laura doesn’t believe her brother survived, or perhaps she won’t let herself believe it.

ARDEN’S GHOSTS ARE OFTEN FIGURATIVE AND OCCASIONALLY, PERHAPS, REAL.

Laura has been boarding with three elderly women, the Parkeys, who perform dubious séances. During widow Penelope “Pim” Shaw’s desperate attempt to contact

But she thinks there’s more to the story than she’s been told, so she heads back to the fray — not to ﬁnd Freddie, she insists, but to learn what happened to him.

On something of a whim, Pim joins Laura and uses her connection to a formidable Voluntary Aid Detachment nurse, Mary Borden, to help them return to the front.

As the three women travel from Halifax to London to the Continent, Laura follows clues that lead her toward her brother.

As Laura seeks her brother and Freddie becomes entangled with Faland, both confront the darkness in their lives. Laura obsesses over the day her parents died, while Freddie lingers on the horrors he’s seen — and perpetrated — before and after meeting Winter.

Arden’s ghosts are often ﬁgurative and occasionally, perhaps, real. They may exist in both states simultaneously. She uses the hellscape of World War I to conjure demons and devils from history, myth and the depths of the human psyche.

The Warm Hands of Ghosts is Arden’s ﬁrst stand-alone novel. She previously penned middle-grade horror tetralogy Small Spaces and the Winternight historical fantasy trilogy — for which she made use of her Middlebury College Russian degree.

Visceral language seeps from the pages of Ghosts like the viscous ﬂuids that ﬂood the trenches and ooze from bedridden soldiers. The textures, odors and unspeakable horrors come in unrelenting waves, such as one that Laura witnesses:

[T]hey’d bundled a dead man up into a sheet, with orderlies preparing to lift him, and a sister lurched forward, calling, ‘No, wait, be careful’ ... But they’d lifted him too quick, and his broken body simply — slid apart…

Laura and Freddie are marvelously drawn. Laura is sharp, both in intellect and manner. She smokes and drinks heavily, indi erent to her own health and

Katherine

FROM THE WARM HANDS OF GHOSTS

e ﬂoor creaked. A hush lay like a hand over Blackthorn House, and in the silence, almost imperceptibly, the planchette crept toward yes. Laura hadn’t felt them manipulate it, but that wasn’t unsurprising. e Parkeys were professionals. Mrs. Shaw had gone white.

“Who is here?” demanded Agatha.

J-I-M

“Jimmy!” cried Mrs. Shaw. “Jimmy! Where are you? Are you — Have you passed on, dear?” She had begun to shake. Laura felt it through the table.

e planchette drifted to yes en it kept going. L-I-S-T, said the planchette. Mrs. Shaw’s gaze was locked on the moving arrow.

“Listen,” gasped Lucretia. “But listen to what?” e world outside was utterly still.

B-E-W-R, said the planchette. “Beware?” echoed Clotilde, sharp.

Mrs. Shaw said, “No, but — Jimmy? Darling? Are you alright?”

BWR MSIC MROR, said the planchette. HIM. is was strange even for the Parkeys. MROR? Mirror? e detritus of Laura’s brain offered her a vague association with the Lady of Shalott, Freddie declaiming the verses from Tennyson while she pored over an anatomy textbook: e mirror crack’d from side to side, “ e curse is come upon me,” cried…

“No, but—” Now Mrs. Shaw was searching the empty air with frantic eyes. “Jimmy? Is it really you?”

DED, said the Ouija board. BUT HES ALIV. “Who’s alive?” demanded Clotilde.

FRED, said the planchette. FREDI FRED FR FIN FIND FIND. And if there was any more, Laura didn’t see it, because she’d wrenched back her chair, awkward on the carpet, turned away, and left the room.

appearance. She stands up for herself and her choices even as she buries her feelings.

Freddie was never meant for war. A poet and painter, he would have died if not for Winter, a handsome, stoic man with whom Freddie forges an unbreakable bond. War often creates strong attachments between soldiers, but Freddie and Winter’s connection runs much deeper.

The novel’s supporting characters, some ﬁctional and others based on real ﬁgures, are equally vivid. The Parkeys echo the ominous trio of witches in William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Pim is buoyant and sanguine. Arden portrays Mary Borden as commanding and no-nonsense. And Faland, with his mismatched eyes, checked suit and transcendent melodies emanating from his instrument, transforms from a Puck-like sprite into something intoxicating and dangerous.

Arden balances history with fantasy, never going too far astray into either. Her focus is her characters, their journeys, and how their circumstances — both mundane and magical — inform their choices. She paints context with care,

showing how even before the war broke out, portents of doom abounded. To Laura’s mother, Halley’s Comet streaking through the sky in 1910 was a sign of the end-time. Laura’s father was haunted by the experience of sifting through the wreckage of the Titanic. And rapid advancements in technology, such as moving pictures and ﬂ ying machines, created an unsettling feeling of rapid acceleration, even as they excited young men like Freddie.

Arden’s precision and imagination recall British author Susanna Clarke’s sweeping masterpiece Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, a tale of magic set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. The Warm Hands of Ghosts suggests that ghosts are all around us, though they cling to some more than others. But those specters may not be as scary as they seem. They could o er us hope, showing us who we are, who we’ve chosen not to be and why the di erence matters. ➆

INFO

e Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden, Del Rey Books, 327 pages. $28.99.

THEATER

Bitter End

An old woman lumbers into a cluttered parlor and settles in a ragged, overstuffed armchair. Her hands flutter as she adjusts her afghan, and then her daughter arrives home, shaking off the rain. A kind of small talk follows, but these exchanges are not pleasantries. Viewers will learn to watch the characters closely in The Beauty Queen of Leenane, because Mag and her daughter Maureen have perfected spiteful, unceasing warfare. In Dorset Theatre Festival’s magnificent production, the performances are the centerpiece.

Playwright Martin McDonagh has created a startling plot of psychological violence, and director Theresa Rebeck steers a cast of four fine actors who deliver all the play’s stark power. The text’s emotional bluntness can startle, but just as often it registers as humor. McDonagh’s characters are tragic but intensely human, and laughter lets us recognize their absurdity.

The setting is a rural West Ireland cottage in the 1990s. The place is crammed with tired and useless things, and the kitchen still holds a large cast-iron stove. Dorset’s set includes a low, patched plaster ceiling to amplify the room’s resemblance to a burrow that the creatures don’t feel safe leaving.

The plot seems simple at first: A needy parent holds her daughter back; a last chance at love emerges. McDonagh uses those familiar elements to build a dark story of emotionally damaged people who see little hope. They dream of nearly nothing and, when stretched to the snapping point, lose sight of the border between fantasy and reality.

BY ALEX BROWN • alex@sevendaysvt.com

Forty-year-old Maureen and her mother, Mag, live in isolation, with a TV and radio that work but need a hard rap from time to time. Mag is quite the passive-aggressive genius, pasting a sweet old lady’s smile on her incessant requests, rippling with a none-too-cheerful Irish lilt. “Me mug o’ tea you forgot!” she chirps, digging until she gets what she wants, which is her daughter’s exclusive attention. But Maureen has her own fighting style, arguably justified after losing her own future to serve her mother.

The two can probably sustain their emotional manipulation to the end of time, but Ray, the slightly muddleheaded neighbor, brings Maureen a message that might help her reconnect with his brother Pato, now back from London. It might lead to some happiness, but truth and fiction blur in this play. The audience begins to wonder what these people are capable of, for good or ill.

Beauty Queen, McDonagh’s first play, debuted in 1996 at the Druid Theatre in Galway, Ireland, to great success. The 1998 Broadway production was nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards and won the Drama Desk Award in that category. McDonagh is best known to American audiences as the screenwriter of Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri and The Banshees of Inisherin

Nearly 30 years after its premiere, the play’s story of despair in a rural setting with a ruined economy has stayed current, and the mother-daughter struggle remains potent. McDonagh refuses to sugarcoat a single thing. Even the sweets Maureen serves with tea are selected to hurt — she offers a cheap brand of cookies that Mag hates. Maureen loathes them, too, but she won’t grant her mother a moment’s pleasure. McDonagh exterminates all sentimentality, leaving us characters destined to harm each other.

Rebeck establishes the drip-drip tension of the story with rain effects outside the cottage and emotional depth within. Each character expresses need through focused hesitation. All four are always on the edge of decisions, and for Mag and Maureen, those choices are often about the extent of cruelty they’ll undertake. Rebeck paces the emotional warfare to best effect, each insult met with a sulk or counterattack. McDonagh’s deadly serious dialogue is unsparing, and Rebeck lets the sinister edge sizzle throughout.

Dorset’s cast features Broadway, television and film star Kristine Nielsen. As Mag, she exquisitely portrays the character’s glissando lunges between childish wheedling and impulsive malice. Alone in the cottage, Mag performs a treacherous deed, her eyes glinting with madness until she retreats to her

chair with an anxious look that finally dissolves into eerie calm. Nielsen hits each singular note. Mag has mastered the pitiful smile of the helpless, controlling her daughter while hiding her triumph. Nielsen plunges deep into the character’s dangerous, gleeful hostility.

Maxine Linehan reveals Maureen’s vitriol right alongside her suffering. Veering from sympathetic to steely, Linehan produces a character skilled at hiding her thoughts. A weary soldier in a wool cardigan, her Maureen drags with exhaustion while seeing to her mother, then snaps into vivacity when she brings a date home. Maureen and Pato have no ease in flirting but hammer at it nonetheless. Linehan balances Maureen on a knife’s edge of need and hopelessness, then completes the transformation of the morning after by flaunting a new shamelessness to Mag.

David Mason, as Pato, portrays a character rooted in shyness but mimicking the bravado of a pickup artist. Pato has his own layers, and Mason excels at conveying his unadorned version of romanticism in a tender letter. Pato is as straightforward as Maureen is devious, and Mason shows his simple courage.

Eimhin Fitzgerald Doherty gives Ray a twitchy presence, head constantly swiveling to take in the room. He writhes anxiously in his ill-fitting sweatpants and sports jersey, delivering observations that swoop from childish to cunning. The character seems a bit daft, and Doherty plays him as a sparking live wire, wildly unselfconscious.

Dorset’s impressive set, costume, lighting and sound design focuses our attention on the decaying cottage and its miserable occupants.

These characters can assume that a life of disappointment lies ahead. The audience can assume nothing, for the story has a terrifying unpredictability. Beauty Queen is not a play featuring a tough family whose anger dissolves when they face trouble together. Here, the anger abides. ➆

INFO

The Beauty Queen of Leenane, by Martin McDonagh, directed by Theresa Rebeck, produced by Dorset Theatre Festival. Through July 6: Wednesdays through Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays (plus Thursday, July 4), 2 p.m., at Dorset Playhouse. $56-61. dorsettheatrefestival.org

Kristine Nielsen and Maxine Linehan in The Beauty Queen of Leenane

Lincoln Musician Michael Chorney Wins 2024 Lockwood Prize

BY KEN PICARD • ken@sevendaysvt.com

Michael Chorney has a rich and colorful résumé: bandleader, teacher, librarian, house painter, janitor, engineer and, of course, 2019 Tony Award winner. On Saturday, the Lincoln musician, composer and arranger, whose musical stylings are as diverse as his employment history, added yet another item to his CV: recipient of the 2024 Herb Lockwood Prize in the Arts.

The Lockwood Prize recognizes Vermonters who’ve made significant contributions to local music, writing, drama, dance, film, fine woodworking and the visual arts — and, equally important, have had a similar impact on the broader artistic community. Created in 2014, the award from Burlington City Arts comes with a $10,000 prize, which Chorney accepted on Saturday at a ceremony at the BCA Center in Burlington.

for his collaboration with Vermont singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell on Hadestown. The musical adaptation of the Greek tragedy of Orpheus and Eurydice first premiered in Barre in 2006 and went through various incarnations before landing on Broadway. In 2019, Hadestown was nominated for 14 Tony Awards and won eight, including Best Musical; Chorney and New York musician Todd Sickafoose shared the honor for Best Orchestrations.

Freeway Clyde, Chorney’s latest project, is an all-instrumental prog-jazz sextet that he described in an interview as a reaction, of sorts, to Hadestown, in which every musical note was scripted. In contrast, Freeway Clyde is “something different every single time. It’s an absolute delight. Our motto is: Surprise yourself and surprise each other.”

“Every year we have to remind ourselves that producing great work is not the only criteria,” said Todd Lockwood, who, along with other like-minded Vermont artists, created the prize in 2014 to honor his late brother. “The other important criteria is having a beneficent impact on other artists and encouraging other artists to raise their game. That’s exactly what Michael’s been doing.”

Modeled on the MacArthur Fellowship “genius grant,” the Lockwood Prize is considered one of Vermont’s most prestigious arts honors, in part because there’s no application process. Nominations are submitted through an anonymous network of artists throughout Vermont, and nominees don’t even know they’re being considered for one.

Indeed, Chorney, who returned to Vermont from New York City during the pandemic lockdown, said in an interview that the prize “came completely out of the blue. It was quite a surprise — and an honor.”

Chorney, 63, has a long and storied history in Vermont’s music scene. An accomplished saxophonist and guitarist, he’s composed and written for nearly a dozen groups since the 1980s, in styles ranging from jazz to folk to what he once called “instrumental psych-rock film scores for nonexistent movies.”

But Chorney is perhaps best known

Though Chorney moved to Burlington from upstate New York in 1979, he never met Herb Lockwood, a Burlington musician and woodworker who lived in Burlington for five years in the 1980s before dying in a tragic workplace fall in 1987 at age 27.

Like Chorney, Herb Lockwood was a master musician trained on classical and jazz guitar who could write arrangements for small orchestras. As his older brother Todd recalled, Herb would often grab his guitar, walk out of his Old North End apartment and, if there were neighbors he’d never met, knock on their door, introduce himself and perform an impromptu concert in their living room. Though Todd Lockwood wasn’t deeply familiar with Chorney’s work before his nomination, upon learning of his history, he called Chorney an obvious recipient of the prize.

“Oh, my God! If Herb were around today, he and Michael would absolutely be doing something together,” Lockwood said. “Those two were wired in a very similar way.”

Past recipients of the Lockwood Prize include musician Robert Resnik, Bread and Puppet Theater founder Peter Schumann, author Howard Frank Mosher, and last year’s winner, filmmaker Jay Craven. ➆

more at herblockwoodprize.org.

COURTESY OF CHUCK TERRANOVA

Michael Chorney

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Phoenix Books to Move to Burlington’s Church Street

BY NINA SABLAN • nsablan@sevendaysvt.com

After 12 years on Bank Street in Burlington, independent bookstore Phoenix Books will move around the corner to the Church Street Marketplace at the end of August. Owners Renee Reiner and Michael DeSanto said they jumped at the opportunity to move into the former Slate location at 89 Church Street.

“There are many communities that have a crown jewel, and the Church Street Marketplace is ours,” Reiner said. “We feel pretty grateful to now be a part of that.”

Phoenix Books opened its first bookstore in Essex in 2007 and later expanded to Burlington and Rutland. Like the Bank Street location, the Church Street spot has two floors — and that’s where the similarities end. The new shop will have retail on the first floor, with staff offices and an event space on the second floor. DeSanto, who has an MFA in theater directing, envisions a black-box theater upstairs where shoppers can attend acoustic concerts and small productions, as well as author panel discussions and book launches.

“We think it’s a super symbiotic relationship for Phoenix Books to finally be on Church Street,” Reiner said. She hopes the new location will bring in more sales from tourists who frequent the pedestrian mall.

According to Kara Alnasrawi, director of the Church Street Marketplace, the busy thoroughfare drew just over 2 million visitors last year — on par with pre-pandemic numbers. Her department’s mission is to support Burlington businesses, 90 percent of which she said are local.

“They are owned by our friends and neighbors. Every dollar you spend locally has a larger impact on the local economy,” Alnasrawi said. Her message to shoppers is: “If you love your downtown, then come support your downtown.”

It’s a timely plea, as Burlington shop owners have been struggling with increased retail theft related to citywide spikes in substance use and homelessness in recent years. In January, Seven Days reported that stores called in more than

800 incidents of theft last year, compared to 320 in 2019.

Downtown has also seen multiple businesses close or move elsewhere in the past year. Slate, the former occupant of 89 Church Street, has continued selling home goods online as it works to open a new store in a not-yet-disclosed location. The Body Shop, El Gato Cantina and Black Diamond have also left Church Street. Last September, Outdoor Gear Exchange announced a downsize to its Church Street location, citing slower foot traffic as a concern; it opened a new location in Essex soon after.

“We do have businesses moving out,” Alnasrawi said. “I can attribute that to some of the challenging street-level behavior that we have been experiencing.” Still, these issues aren’t solely responsible for the turnover, she said, emphasizing that there is strong interest from businesses who want to move into these spaces.

Phoenix Books is just one example. Pointing to new businesses such as Flora & Fauna (70 Church Street), Riko’s Pizza (83 Church Street) and Little Istanbul (99 Church Street), Alnasrawi noted that nearly all former vacancies are under new leases.

As a community member, Reiner recognizes the city’s struggles. She’s concerned by retail theft and sees it as a symptom of larger societal ills.

“When it happens to me at my business, it just feels awful that people do that to me and to others — [and] that folks need to do it. It feels icky on every level,” she said. But those challenges haven’t curbed the bookstore owners’ enthusiasm about starting their next chapter in a more prominent location.

“Michael and I feel so incredibly fortunate to have found this work and to be part of a community in this way,” Reiner said. “I’ve been at this work for 28 and a half years, and we are now getting to Church Street — and that’s fabulous.”

Learn more at phoenixbooks.biz.

Phoenix Books’ location on Bank Street in Burlington

on screen

It’s been a while since we heard from director Jeff Nichols. Honored with festival and Independent Spirit Awards, the Arkansas-born ﬁlmmaker brought a keen sense of rural places and people to Loving, Mud, Midnight Special and Take Shelter. Now he returns with The Bikeriders, a period drama based on the 1968 photo book of the same name by Danny Lyon, a journalist who belonged to the Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club and chronicled the lives of its members.

The deal

The Bikeriders ★★★★ REVIEW

Lyon (Mike Faist) interviews a woman named Kathy (Jodie Comer) about how she fell in love with biker Benny (Austin Butler) and became involved with his motorcycle club, the Chicago Vandals. The ﬁlm alternates between scenes of the Vandals’ mid-1960s heyday — when Lyon joined them at rowdy campouts — and the older Kathy’s wry reminiscences in the early ’70s.

A veteran of failed marriages, Kathy has instant chemistry with Benny, though she laments that he’s a doer rather than a thinker, riding recklessly enough to land himself frequently in the hospital or the slammer. More prone to reﬂection is the club’s president, Johnny (Tom Hardy), a trucker and family man who founded the Vandals as a community for outcasts. As the club’s proﬁle rises in the late ’60s, and bikers become en vogue, Johnny contends with a new tide of drugs and violence that threatens to tear the close-knit group apart.

Will you like it?

The trailer for The Bikeriders might lead you to expect a traditional hero’s journey set in the biker world, with Butler’s character as the protagonist coming into his own. In fact, it’s nothing of the kind. Benny remains a distant, unknowable character — or perhaps just such a simple one that there’s little to know. He’s pretty, he’s loyal to a fault, he likes to ﬁght, and he doesn’t cry.

As an icon of cool, Benny is less subject than object: the bone of contention between the ﬁlm’s two actual protagonists. Johnny wants to groom him into the next leader of the Vandals, while Kathy begs him to settle down and be a normal husband. Benny resists the pressure from both sides, and

the resulting tension becomes the central conﬂict in this sprawling, anecdotal epic.

Rather than glorify the biker lifestyle, Nichols takes an anthropological approach reminiscent of the depiction of the mob in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas. With its text drawn entirely from audio recordings, Lyon’s book has elements of oral history. Kathy’s narration shapes the ﬁlm’s story, too, and Comer gives her a strong personality as well as a pungent Chicago accent.

A salt-of-the-earth, seen-it-all woman with an acerbic sense of humor, Kathy has no interest in gilding the legend of the Vandals. We see their highs — the freedom of the open road, fellowship, good-natured brawls — but also their lows, including senseless accidental deaths. Kathy can’t resist Benny’s pure animal allure, yet she sees nothing noble in his appetite for selfdestruction, declaring that “it would be funny if it weren’t so tragic.”

While Nichols’ screenplay doesn’t dig as deep into the psychology of this “biker chick” as it could have, Kathy is good company — you might start imagining her narrating the vehicular antics of a Mad Max movie in that nasal drawl. She’s surrounded by an amusing gallery of misﬁts, from Johnny’s good-natured lieutenant (Damon Herriman) to bug-eating Cockroach (Emory Cohen) to the Joe Pesci

of the bunch: Zipco. Played by Michael Shannon, this unhinged wouldbe working-class hero gleefully applies the term “pinko” to anyone who makes him feel insecure, including the college boy photographer. Even Norman Reedus of “The Walking Dead” turns up, playing a ringer for Peter Fonda in Easy Rider

What drives this bunch of restless bluecollar white men? Nichols doesn’t delve too far into that question. But The Bikeriders does explore how an innocent desire to bond gradually gives way to more violent tendencies as the club swells to accept outsiders, including Vietnam War vets who bring their own demons. Generational tensions play a role in this transformation, too; a subplot involving a young Vandal wannabe (Toby Wallace) unfolds with graceful Shakespearean inevitability.

From first frame to last, The Bikeriders is deeply grounded in time and place. The brick stoop of Kathy’s modest house feels like a character in its own right; when the cops pursue Benny out of the city, he escapes through cornfields. Without using needle drops as short cuts, Nichols makes these lost settings real to us. In a 2023 interview with A Rabbit’s Foot, Lyon said, “Open one of my books, and you are back in another world, fixed with ink on paper, forever.” Despite its obvious fictional

additions, the movie transports us in the same way.

MARGOT HARRISON margot@sevendaysvt.com

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GOODFELLAS (1990; Apple TV, rentable): Nichols’ ﬁlm takes a page from Scorsese’s gangster epic, in which Henry Hill (Ray Liotta) narrates his rise and fall in the heyday of the mob. Just imagine the story as told by Lorraine Bracco’s character instead.

THE WILD ONE (1953; Philo, Sling TV, rentable): In e Bikeriders, Johnny is inspired to form the Vandals after seeing this movie in which the young Marlon Brando plays a disaffected biker named Johnny. Asked what he’s rebelling against, he famously replies, “Whaddya got?”

TAKE SHELTER (2011; Hulu, rentable): Nichols explored mental illness and climate-related anxieties in this drama, starring Shannon and Jessica Chastain. A recent episode of the podcast “ is Had Oscar Buzz” explores the debates the movie still provokes.

grotesque

Jodie Comer and Austin Butler play a biker couple in this immersive period piece based on a photo book.

NEW IN THEATERS

HORIZON: AN AMERICAN SAGA: CHAPTER 1: Kevin Costner’s ensemble epic depicts the settlement of the west before and after the Civil War. Costner, Sienna Miller and Sam Worthington star. (181 min, R. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Roxy, Star, Sunset)

JANET PLANET: Annie Baker’s festival fave drama chronicles the summer of 1991 as it brings changes for an 11-year-old girl (Zoe Ziegler) and her hippie mom (Julianne Nicholson). (113 min, PG-13. Roxy, Savoy)

KALKI 2898 AD: In this sci-fi action epic from India, a modern avatar of the god Vishnu defends the world from evil. (180 min, NR. Majestic)

KINDS OF KINDNESS: The latest dark comedy from Yorgos Lanthimos (Poor Things) tells three connected stories. Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons and Willem Dafoe star. (164 min, R. Savoy)

A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE: Lupita Nyong’o plays a woman trapped in New York City when soundsensitive aliens invade in this prequel to the horror franchise. With Joseph Quinn and Alex Wolff. Michael Sarnoski directed. (100 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Paramount, Roxy, Star, Sunset)

CURRENTLY PLAYING

BABESHHH1/2 A single woman (Ilana Glazer) dealing with an unexpected pregnancy seeks help from her best friend (Michelle Buteau) in this comedy. (104 min, R. Catamount)

BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIEHH1/2 Will Smith and Martin Lawrence return as maverick Miami police officers in this action-comedy. (115 min, R. Bethel, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)

THE BIKERIDERSHHHH This drama from Jeff Nichols chronicles the lives and loves of a Midwestern motorcycle gang in the 1960s. Jodie Comer, Austin Butler and Tom Hardy star. (116 min, R. Big Picture, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Roxy, Star; reviewed 6/26)

THE EXORCISMHH1/2 Russell Crowe plays an actor whose erratic behavior during the shooting of a scare flick has sinister undertones in this horror film from director Joshua John Miller. (93 min, R. Essex)

THE GARFIELD MOVIEH1/2 In this animated family flick, the cartoon cat (voice of Chris Pratt) plots a heist. (101 min, PG. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Stowe, Welden)

GHOSTLIGHTHHHH A construction worker involved in a production of Romeo and Juliet finds his life mirroring the play in this drama from Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson. (110 min, R. Roxy) IFHH1/2 A kid finds out what happens to abandoned imaginary friends in this family comedydrama. (104 min, PG. Capitol, Majestic)

INSIDE OUT 2HHH1/2 The anthropomorphized emotions from Pixar’s animated hit are back, and now their human host (voice of Kensington Tallman) is a moody teenager. With Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith and Lewis Black. (96 min, PG. Bethel, Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Paramount, Playhouse, Roxy, Star, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)

KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APESHHH1/2 On an Earth that has been ruled by apes for 300 years, a young chimp goes on a life-changing road trip. (145 min, PG-13. Majestic, Sunset)

SONGS OF EARTHHHHH1/2 Norwegian director Margreth Olin’s documentary explores her mountain-dwelling father’s relationship with nature. (90 min, NR. Savoy)

THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 1HH A couple make the mistake of taking refuge in a remote cabin in this horror prequel. (91 min, R. Sunset)

TAROTHH In this horror flick, tarot readings can unleash evil. (92 min, PG-13. Sunset)

THELMAHHHH A nonagenarian (June Squibb) seeks vengeance on a phone scammer in this action-comedy from debut director Josh Margolin. (97 min, PG-13. Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Roxy, Savoy)

THE WATCHERSHH Ishana Shyamalan makes her directorial debut with this horror film in which Dakota Fanning plays an artist trapped in a creepy Irish forest. (102 min, PG-13. Sunset, Welden)

OLDER FILMS AND SPECIAL SCREENINGS

THE EMPEROR’S NEW GROOVE (Catamount, Tue only)

I’VE LOVED YOU SO LONG (Catamount, Wed 26 only)

MONSTERS, INC. (Catamount, Thu only)

SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE (Playhouse, Sat only)

OPEN THEATERS

(* = upcoming schedule for theater was not available at press time)

BETHEL DRIVE-IN: 36 Bethel Dr., Bethel, 728-3740, betheldrivein.com

BIG PICTURE THEATER: 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8994, bigpicturetheater.info

BIJOU CINEPLEX 4: 107 Portland St., Morrisville, 888-3293, bijou4.com

CAPITOL SHOWPLACE: 93 State St., Montpelier, 229-0343, fgbtheaters.com

CATAMOUNT ARTS: 115 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury, 748-2600, catamountarts.org

ESSEX CINEMAS & T-REX THEATER: 21 Essex Way, Suite 300, Essex, 879-6543, essexcinemas.com

MAJESTIC 10: 190 Boxwood St., Williston, 878-2010, majestic10.com

MARQUIS THEATER: 65 Main St., Middlebury, 388-4841, middleburymarquis.com

*MERRILL’S ROXY CINEMAS: 222 College St., Burlington, 864-3456, merrilltheatres.net

PARAMOUNT TWIN CINEMA: 241 N. Main St., Barre, 479-9621, fgbtheaters.com

PLAYHOUSE MOVIE THEATRE: 11 S. Main St., Randolph, 728-4012, playhouseflicks.com

SAVOY THEATER: 26 Main St., Montpelier, 2290598, savoytheater.com

STAR THEATRE: 17 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury, 748-9511, stjaytheatre.com

Vermont

*STOWE CINEMA 3PLEX: 454 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-4678, stowecinema.com

SUNSET DRIVE-IN: 155 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 862-1800, sunsetdrivein.com

*WELDEN THEATRE: 104 N. Main St., St. Albans, 527-7888, weldentheatre.com

Note: These capsule descriptions are not intended as reviews. Star ratings come from Metacritic unless we reviewed the film (noted at the end of the description). Find reviews written by Seven Days critic Margot Harrison at sevendaysvt.com/ onscreen-reviews.

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Newport: July 19 - July 22

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art

Figuring It Out

“Essential Figure” at BCA Center reworks an artistic tradition

BY ALICE DODGE •

adodge@sevendaysvt.com

At the BCA Center in Burlington, the “Essential Figure” show asks: What is the ﬁgure and what is it doing these days? The artists in the exhibition take six entirely di erent approaches and gesture toward a refreshing new vision of the genre.

In art history, the ﬁgure is generally a depiction of the human form. It is a body but not a person. The ﬁgurative tradition really hit its stride embodying abstract concepts: gods, saints and mythical characters; Justice, Liberty, War; cartoon stereotypes. Any art museum’s pre-20th-century permanent collection is rife with pictures of allegorical people. Near the top of the academic artsubject hierarchy, a convincingly physical representation of the body in space was also a way to prove one’s artistic chops.

In the past hundred years, many artists moved away from the ﬁgure for a variety of reasons. It was highly gendered, often portraying women’s bodies seen with a male gaze. Nonwhite bodies were often exoticized. The intent was for the viewer to objectify the body and appreciate the skill with which it was rendered but not to identify with the real person in it.

Brooklyn artist duo Lorenzo Triburgo and Sarah Van Dyck take this history and explode it in a shower of gold glitter. The photographs on display from their “Shimmer Shimmer” series include three 48-by32 and 24-by-30-inch images of Triburgo, nude, by the ocean. The artist’s poses are recognizable from Renaissance history. They extend an arm like a discus thrower in “Mars,” tilt their head and gracefully pose their hands in “Venus,” as though emerging from a half shell.

The images in the series were taken while Triburgo had paused a 10-year course of transgender hormone therapy, an action they took as a performance piece and with a desire to “occupy new subjective space,” according to their website. The nonbinary figure in the photos sparkles with gold glitter and sand from the historically gayfriendly Jacob Riis Beach in Queens, where the photos were shot.

Triburgo and Van Dyck also include smaller photos in their installation,

constellations of glitter against a black background that hang close to each larger frame. Trans bodies are celestial in this work and, Triburgo says, “signal to the viewer that the title ‘Mars,’ for example, refers to the planet” and not to the (gendered) god.

Burlington artist Jennifer McCandless’ ceramic sculptures have a closer relationship to ﬁgurative cartooning than to paintings of gods. Her characters have stepped out of a 19th-century funnies page, with exaggerated bodies that defy logic but feel grounded in gravity. The ﬁgure in “My Shirt Is Too Tight,” which stands almost three feet high, bulges out of her shirt and hunches her shoulders over the solid mass of her lower half and uncomfortably cinched waist. The viewer can instantly relate to how this absurd body feels.

In “Baby Boomer Bad Ass With

Patriarchal Shoulder Parrot,” a 34-inch grandma clad in a skimpy, saggy Wonder Woman costume gives the viewer a knowing, tired look as a little old man rants on her shoulder. In the 6-inch “Woman Making Herself Invisible,” a female ﬁgure uses a regular-size Pink Pearl eraser to e ace her own head. McCandless’ satirical characters are quirky, funny and recognizable to anyone with relatives.

The ﬁgures who make up Barre artist Hannah Morris’ scenes are more opaque. Their intentions are conveyed through body language: hailing a cab, reading a paper, running across the street. The ﬁgures’ placement and environments have a surreal quality, as if they exist in a dream. They don’t seem to see each other.

Morris uses collage as well as paint, starting with a base of images from vintage

magazines and painting over them, changing the original scenes dramatically. The technique helps her distill the action in order to focus on what speciﬁc ﬁgures are doing.

Morris bolsters this e ect by playing with proportion. One ﬁgure — maybe a child — in a red dress in “Hobby Lobby” is getting up from a chair, but the chair is very large, as are her legs and forearms. This draws attention to the small moment. Morris doesn’t tell us exactly what’s happening, but because she observes individual gestures so carefully, her scenes are lively and believable.

In contrast to Morris’ deliberate, solid people, Enrico Riley’s three 58-by-54-inch paintings communicate bodies in motion, minus the bodies. Sketchily painted on bright backgrounds, his ﬁgures dance and

Clockwise from below: "Together Black and Yellow" by Enrico Riley; “Woman Making Herself Invisible” by Jennifer McCandless; “I Go Down to the Shore” by Sophie Cangelosi

exercise. Minimal gestures indicate the weight on a leg, an arm ﬂung backward, a stretch.

In “Together Green and Dark Blue,” Riley — who lives in Norwich and teaches studio art at Dartmouth College — wipes away the paint where the ﬁgures’ heads and feet would be, but their faces still look down at their own dance moves. He celebrates Black identity not by portraying individual Black people but by communicating how a group moves together. He includes just enough detail for the viewer to recognize the ﬁgures’ actions and their relationships to each other in time and space.

Barre artist Suzy Spence’s paintings are all about the ﬁgure in time — and that time is fast. Her “Racers” paintings all feature female jockeys, with only hints of a horse. Most use bright colors on a dark background. Spence’s direct, forceful painting technique results in drippy paint and gestural brushwork. The pace of that gesture describes the racers as they ﬂash by, covered in mud.

In the wall-size “Dirty Racer,” the jockey’s goggles reﬂect a smudge of sky, and a raw patch of canvas becomes brilliant white glare on her helmet. Spence is economical with her paint — it’s ﬂung

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about the canvas, but only exactly where it’s needed. Details such as a splooge of neon orange poking out next to the racer’s blue shirt help create a sense of urgency and speed.

Color is Maine painter Sophie Cangelosi’s primary means of pushing her subjects into the mythical realm. A bather wades in “I Go Down to the Shore,” head back, swallowing a sword. Cangelosi’s ﬂuorescent pink and electric blue make the body vibrate against her reﬂection. The painting has the weird energy of a tarot card, where the figure seems symbolic, but of what is unclear.

The figures in “Birdwatchers” live a little closer to reality. Here, sun plays across their skin in bright yellows and pinks, emphasizing the shape of their arm muscles but not revealing who or where the bird-watchers are.

The exhibition as a whole challenges tradition by insisting on inclusion rather than perfection. It doesn’t abandon the genre but considers which bodies we see and how they want to show themselves. ➆

INFO

“Essential Figure” is on view through September 15 at BCA Center in Burlington. A reception is Friday, July 12. burlingtoncityarts.org

“Checkers” by Suzy Spence

Hunter Barnes Brings Sri Lanka Closer in ‘A World Away’

BY ALICE DODGE • adodge@sevendaysvt.com

In “A World Away,” on view at the Middlebury College Museum of Art, visitors can see a slice of history from 12 years and 8,500 miles away, told in the faces of people who lived it.

When Austin, Texas, photographer Hunter Barnes headed to Sri Lanka in 2006, he intended to document the island nation’s recovery from the 2004 tsunami. Instead, he found himself in the middle of a rapidly escalating conflict, days after the breakdown of a ceasefire in the country’s decades-long civil war.

The photographs Barnes came away with after a month in what was then called the North Eastern Province offer glimpses into the resiliency of the people who lived there during an incredibly difficult time.

Many of the photos were shot in Tamil rehabilitation camps, to which very few outsiders had access. “The people in these villages were actually really happy to have me there,” Barnes said during his artist’s talk, “because they wanted their story to be told — they wanted it to be seen. There was nobody there doing it.” Working with an aid organization installing wells, Barnes took photos as an artist rather than as a journalist and faced fewer restrictions.

The exhibition pairs the portraits with excerpts from Barnes’ notebook, lettered directly onto the wall. Full texts and photos are also collected in a catalog. The entire series is a first-of-its-kind donation of artwork to the museum from the Endeavor Foundation, a longtime Middlebury supporter, and is meant to help students learn about photography as well as Southeast Asian politics and culture.

Barnes’ subjects define the tone of the pictures through vivid expressions and body language. Some, such as the boy grinning in a classroom piled with broken furniture in “Education,” seem thrilled to take part. Others, including two older women filling buckets with water in “Poverty,” not so much.

In general, Barnes said, he was well received and people were incredibly generous, though they were living in intense poverty and still mourning thousands lost to the tsunami. Many had been displaced from their homes by Sinhalese government forces.

Barnes represents some of their challenges directly. In “Water Rights,” a boy next to a water tank drinks from a plastic plate. Most of the area’s water supplies had been contaminated by the tsunami, and the military was limiting water deliveries as a control tactic. The boy looks directly at the viewer, without raising his face from the plate.

CALL TO ARTISTS

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Notes give context for other photos. Text beside four photographs of uniformed children at a school for orphans reads, “Only 200 of 700 children made it to school that day because of a military outbreak on the street.”

Many of Barnes’ prints depict children, who wear expressions from giggly to wary to curious. People there took education seriously, Barnes said, because “the only out for their kids, the only hope that there was, was through education.”

One portrait in the exhibition looms larger than any other: a single photograph of a Special Task Force soldier, printed at 4 by 5 feet. To photograph a soldier was dangerous. Barnes described his caution in asking and his excitement at getting the shot. He was confused when the soldier’s approachable manner completely changed: Barnes had accidentally said “Thank you” in Tamil, rather than Sinhalese. Despite his mistake, Barnes said it was important to show the military’s constant presence: “There was always that shadow. You could feel that tension.”

During Barnes’ trip, many locals left, fearing war even more than another tsunami. One exception was a man who would not leave a damaged temple, where he poses in his portrait. Barnes stressed the importance of listening to people’s stories before taking their photos. “They’ll tell you where they’re supposed to be,” he said. ➆

OPENINGS + RECEPTIONS

‘CARNIVAL OF SORTS’: An exhibition of collage, whittling, model making and sewing by Jason Galligan-Baldwin, Matt Lutz, Herb Rieth and Tyler Smith, in the third-floor gallery. Studio Place Arts, Barre, June 26-August 16. Info, 479-7069.

KRISTEN DETTONI: “Top Secret,” an exhibition of needle-punch textile works with encoded messages, in the second floor and Quick Change galleries. Studio Place Arts, Barre, June 26-August 16. Info, 479-7069.

“Hunter Barnes: A World Away” is on view through August 11 at the Middlebury College Museum of Art. middlebury.edu

‘WHAT’S COOKING?’: More than 25 artists examine lives at the kitchen counter, stove and dining room. Visitors are invited to bring shelf-stable donations for the local food pantry. Studio Place Arts, Barre, June 26-August 16. Info, 479-7069.

‘FOR THE LOVE OF VERMONT’: More than 80 works from the Lyman Orton collection painted between 1910 and 1970. Reception: Thursday, June 27, 5 p.m., including Q&A and book launch for Vermont Historical Society members. Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, July 3-December 31. Info, 479-8500.

‘LIGHT AND LENS’: A group show of experimental photography, including alternative processes,

digital images and mixed-media works. Reception: Thursday, June 27, 5-7 p.m. The Media Factory, Burlington, through August 10. Info, 859-9222.

KATHERINE COONS: “Off the Vine,” works by the Lyndonville artist. Reception: Friday, June 28, 5-7 p.m. Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery, St. Johnsbury, through July 10. Info, 748-0158.

HELEN SHULMAN: “Make:Believe / Realism Reboot,” works in abstraction and realism. Reception and artist talk: Friday, June 28, 5-6:30 p.m. Edgewater Gallery on the Green, Middlebury, through July 23. Info, 989-7419.

Clockwise from top left: “School Girl”; “Water Rights”; “Fallen Temple”; “A New Road to Tsunami Recovery”

ROB HITZIG: “Chasing a Feeling,” a new body of abstract paintings on wood that explores how to maintain individuality within relationships. Reception: Saturday, June 29, 5-7 p.m. with artist discussion at 6 p.m. Axel’s Frame Shop & Gallery, Waterbury, June 26-August 3. Info, 244-7801.

‘UNIQUE SIMILARITIES: FOUR PRINTMAKERS

EXPAND THE MATRIX’: Hand-pulled prints using a variety of techniques by Susan Smereka, Patty Hudak, Elise Whittemore and Carol MacDonald. Reception: Saturday, June 29, 4:30-6:30 p.m., with artist talk at 5:15 p.m. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, June 29-August 4. Info, 533-2000, maureen@highlandartsvt.org.

ATHENA PETRA TASIOPOULOS: “Artifacts,” a collection of recent encaustic collage works. Reception: Sunday, June 30, 2-3 p.m. Minema Gallery, Johnson, through September 7.Info, 646-519-1781.

TAMARA HITCHCOCK AND DEBBIE TIBBETTS: Acrylic and oil paintings, with a portion of sales to benefit the library. Maclure Library, Pittsford, through August 31. Info, 908-328-5368.

MADDY BROOKES: A selection of portraits in oil and acrylic by the Burlington-born Brooklyn artist. Espresso Bueno, Barre, July 1-August 14. Info, 479-0896.

BRIGIT KRANS: “Painting Places,” oil and watercolor paintings of locations across Vermont. Island Arts South Hero Gallery, July 1-31. Info, 372-8889.

JOAN HARTLEY BLUNT MURRAY: “Color in Motion,” abstract paintings. South Burlington Public Library Art Wall, July 1-31. Info, 846-4140.

GRETCHEN VERPLANCK: “Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps),” a menagerie of ceramic creatures. Reception: Saturday, July 6, 4-6 p.m. Frog Hollow Vermont Craft Gallery, Burlington, July 1-31. Info, 863-6458.

‘ESSENTIAL FIGURE’: An exhibition exploring and expanding the tradition of painting the human form, featuring Sophie Cangelosi, Jennifer McCandless, Hannah Morris, Enrico Riley, Suzy Spence, and Lorenzo Triburgo and Sarah Van Dyck. Reception: Friday, July 12, 5-7 p.m. BCA Center, Burlington, June 26-September 15. Info, 865-7166.

RACHEL ROSE: “Lake Valley,” a dreamlike video narrative centered on isolation, imagination and longing for personal connection. Reception: Friday, July 12, 5-7 p.m. BCA Center, Burlington, June 26-September 15. Info, 865-7166.

BRENDA MYRICK: “Stillness in Motion,” an exhibition of semi-abstract paintings featuring horses, birds and spirit animals. Reception: Saturday, July 13, 4-6 p.m. Village Wine and Coffee, Shelburne, July 1-30. Info, brendamyrickart@gmail.com.

CINDY BLAKESLEE: “Fecundity,” an exhibition of found-object works centered on environmentalism. Reception: Saturday, July 13, 5 p.m. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, through August 18. Info, 793-3414.

LANDA TOWNSEND: An exhibition of mokuhanga (Japanese woodblock) prints that explore dragonfly habitat at the edges of Weatherhead Hollow Pond. Artist talk: Thursday, July 18, 5-6 p.m., with children’s printmaking workshop 2:30-4 p.m. Hartland Public Library, June 29-July 30. Info, landa@ landatownsend.com.

ART EVENTS

‘EMBRACE & BELONGING’ UNVEILING: The presentation of a monument designed to center conversations on belonging, racial equity and affinity, with music, food and ribbon-cutting ceremony; organized by Burlington’s Office of Racial Equity, Inclusion and Belonging; Burlington City Arts; and Parks, Recreation & Waterfront. Dewey Park, Burlington, Wednesday, June 26, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 923-9839.

ARTIST TALK: TINA LAM: The current artist-inresidence discusses her land-art interventions. The Carving Studio & Sculpture Center, West Rutland, Wednesday, June 26, 7 p.m. Info, 438-2097.

ARTIST TALK: FRAN BULL: A discussion on the theme of “Cherishing Your Inner Worlds,” including examples of creative exercises. RSVP via phone. Chaffee Art

Center, Rutland, Thursday, June 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 775-0356.

PANEL DISCUSSION: ‘THE VERMONT STYLE IN THE 21ST CENTURY’: A conversation with gallery members Diane Sophrin and Glen Coburn Hutcheson, collector Mark Waskow, and printmaker Philip Robertson, moderated by Sam Thurston. The Front, Montpelier, Thursday, June 27, 6 p.m. Free. Info, info@thefrontvt.com.

ARTIST TALK: HELEN SCHULMAN: The painter discusses “Make:Believe” and “Realism Reboot,” two bodies of work currently on view. Edgewater Gallery on the Green, Middlebury, Friday, June 28, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 989-7419.

FOOD AND ART FRIDAYS: A community gathering with works in progress by resident artists, wood-fired pizza and a variety of performers. Sable Project, Stockbridge, Friday, June 28, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $5-15 suggested donation. Info, bex@thesableproject.org.

‘IN SECURITY/IN COMMUNITY’: A multimedia installation by Jordyn Fitch, Maeve Littau and Corrine Yonce exploring our relationship to home and the evolution of housing; with housing organizers from Upper Valley Tenants Union. Junction Arts & Media, White River Junction, Friday, June 28, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 295-6688.

CIRCUIT DES ARTS MEMPHRÉMAGOG: An open studio tour of more than 30 Eastern Townships artists. Centre d’arts visuels de Magog, Québec, June 29-July 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 819-769-0663.

BTV MARKET: Artworks and crafts from a rotating cadre of local creatives. Burlington City Hall Park, Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Info, 865-7166.

JEFFERSONVILLE ART JAM: Activities along Main Street, including gallery shows, artist demos, sidewalk art festival, live music and food. Various Jeffersonville locations, Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 644-8183.

ARTIST TALK: KRISTEN DETTONI: The textile artist discusses her ciphers and the codes and messages hidden in her work. Studio Place Arts, Barre, Saturday, June 29, 4-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 479-7069.

ART SOCIAL: A reception for all three new exhibitions, with the artists. Studio Place Arts, Barre, Saturday, June 29, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 479-7069.

BIPOC MAKER NIGHTS: WOODWORKING: Hosted in partnership with the Root Social Justice Center, affinity spaces for anyone who identifies as Black, Indigenous or a person of color to create community around woodworking. Bring a project to repair or make. HatchSpace, Brattleboro, Monday, July 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 552-8202. ➆

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“It starts o pretty hot, like heat during the day, has some instrumentals on it that are a little agitated and uncomfortable and ends with a cooling breeze,” Tweedy said. He added that the EP is “more aggressive and angular than anything we’ve put out in a while” and has “all the pieces of summer, including the broody cicadas.”

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News and views on the local music + nightlife scene BY CHRIS

FARNSWORTH

Your Summer Soundtrack:

Wilco Release New EP for Solid Sound Festival

Making a summer mix for someone is no small thing. Beyond the simple act of love that is curating a private playlist, there’s a lot of pressure. Especially here in Vermont, our oh-so-brief period of sunny days and emerald surroundings heightens the impetus to carpe diem before the leaves turn. The mix needs to reﬂect that: Does it hold up on a road trip? Can you take it on a hike? How does it sound by the water at sunset?

It takes time, heart and a deep commitment to chilling the fuck out to make a great summer mix. And if you’re reading this and saying to yourself, That sounds nice, Chris, but I’m not on your mix recipient list, am I? What am I supposed to do, cultivate a long and rich relationship with you until you know me intimately enough to present me with a soundtrack to my life?

I mean, that sounds like a lot for us both. For real, you’re great and totally deserving of your own summer mix, but I have stu going on over here, OK? How about this: I’ll see if JEFF TWEEDY has anything in the can for you.

[Calls up the WILCO front man.]

ME: Hey, Je , how’s it going?

JEFF TWEEDY: Oh, God, you again? I told you to lose this number.

ME: Don’t be like that, Tweedy Bird. Wake your sleepy dad-ass up and get me a summer album, would you?

JT: Don’t call me Tweedy Bird. And what? You want me to make you an album?

ME: No, not me. The kids. The fans. I don’t know — just make a fucking summer album, would you?

JT: We just put out a record last year! We’re on tour. I don’t have time to just make you an album. Seriously, how did you even get this number?

ME: If you don’t put out a summer album, I swear to God that I’ll tell everyone you hate TAYLOR SWIFT.

JT: That’s not even funny. I have kids, man.

ME: I’ll do it. I’ll say that you think her songs are basic and that you love SCOOTER BRAUN

JT: Jesus. Fine, call o your dogs. I’ll make an EP.

And that is the totally true, completely accurate and not-made-up-in-any-way story of why Wilco are putting out a brand-new EP on Friday, June 28, titled Hot Sun Cool Shroud. You’re welcome.

An alternate, some would say more realistic, version of why the EP is dropping

is that Tweedy and his bandmates had some leftover goodies from recording 2023’s critically acclaimed album Cousin Tweedy, along with engineer TOM SCHICK, completed the extra six tracks and had a brainstorm: What if Wilco released their new EP to coincide with the ﬁrst day of Solid Sound, the biannual summer music fest the band hosts at MASS MoCA in North Adams, Mass.?

So that’s just what they decided to do. Hot Sun Cool Shroud hits all streaming platforms on Friday, but those attending the fest, which is produced by South Burlington-based Higher Ground Presents, have a chance to get a very special copy of the EP. A unique, white-vinyl pressing of the record will be available only at Solid Sound. What’s more, fans will have the opportunity to design their own cover, utilizing a selection of stickers and ink stamps designed by visual artist KATHLEEN RYAN

The best-designed cover from the weekend will be selected by Wilco and used when the EP comes out in physical formats later in the year.

Tweedy, in actual real quotes attached to a press release, said he was excited to issue something exclusively for Solid Sound and talked up the EP’s summervibe bona ﬁdes, describing it as a “summertime-after-dark kind of feeling.”

Exclusive Wilco EP aside, Vermont music fans should give some serious thought to making the drive to North Adams to catch Solid Sound. With performances by Wilco, JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT, NICK LOWE & LOS STRAIGHTJACKETS, DRY CLEANING, MARC RIBOT, SYLVAN ESSO, and plenty of other indie artists, the threeday fest is loaded with top musical talent. Throw in some jokes from comedians — such as JOHN HODGMAN, EUGENE MIRMAN and TODD BARRY — pop-up libraries and listening rooms, mini golf, live podcast tapings, and tons of food and beverage trucks, and the fest has got a little bit of everything for the traveling indie-rock fan and their family. Check out solidsoundfestival.com for details and tickets.

You can even listen to new Wilco summer jams on the drive down! And look, if for some reason it just doesn’t quite scratch your summer mix itch, start putting in the time to become my friend, and I’ll make you a mix. Hope you’re in the mood for death-metal polka, because that’s what you’re getting. ➆

Listening In

(Spotify mix of local jams)

1. “BAD MAN” by e Funky Flats

2. “DIAL TONE” by Robber Robber

3. “AS ABOVE, SO BELOW” by Vallory Falls

4. “SYRIA-US” by Michael Arnowitt, ImproVisions Jazz

5. “STOMP — REMIX” by Konﬂik, Charlie Mayne

6. “GARFIELD” by the Pilgrims

7. “YOU KNOW YOU SHOULD” by the Mountain Says No

Scan to listen sevendaysvt. com/playlist

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On the Beat

There was a time, back around 2016, when Burlington indie rockers MADAILA were looking ready for the big-time. Formed by singer and principal songwriter MARK DALY, the band featured some of the area’s best musicians, including drummer DAN RYAN, bassist JER COONS, keyboardist ERIC MAIER and guitarist WILLOUGHBY MORSE. They featured in the pages of magazines such as Relix and garnered millions of Spotify streams of their albums, The Dance and Traces Daly pulled the plug on the band in 2018, though, citing a desire to spend more time with his family. He eventually relaunched Madaila as a solo project, releasing a fairly steady stream of new music, including the shimmery dancepop of 2021’s Good Lord Nancy Daly got tired of doing it himself, though. So he put together what he calls “Madaila 2.0.” Coons is back in the picture, though he’s now the band’s guitarist. KAT WRIGHT bassist JOSH WEINSTEIN, MATTHEW MERCURY drummer STEVE HADEKA and keyboardist ZANE GUNDERSEN ﬁll out the new lineup, with guests such as violinist BEN LIVELY and producer-musician WILL ANDREWS, aka WILLVERINE, joining in, as well.

The all-new Madaila make their debut in Middlebury at the Foodaroo festival on August 11. They’ve also scheduled an albumrelease party at South Burlington’s Higher Ground Showcase Lounge to celebrate their new record, The Suite, which drops on October 18.

“It’s probably my best, most e ective attempt at this point in marrying acoustic instruments with electronic and digital drum machines and synths,” Daly wrote in an email to Seven . “There’s a lot of dynamics and drastic shifts within these songs as things dance between organic beauty and more bombastic digital elements.”

Welcome back, full-band Madaila!

Last week’s nightlife highlights from photographer Luke Awtry

TURNmusic is celebrating 10 years of serving the Vermont music scene. From jazz to chamber music to EDM and all points in between, the Waterbury-based nonprofit provides a platform for artists to perform. To celebrate a decade in action, TURNmusic is throwing a mini music festival on July 19 and 20 at the organization’s home, the Phoenix gallery and music hall.

Featuring sets by jazz ensemble LOVECRAFT, Willverine, percussionist JANE BOXALL, experimental musician JO BLED and poet TOUSSAINT ST. NEGRITUDE, among others, the fest promises to be a celebration of art and musical diversity. Visit turnmusic.org for more info. ➆

LITTLE GORDO CREEMEE STAND, BURLINGTON, SATURDAY, JUNE 22: It sure was a scorcher last week, so I leaned heavily on air-conditioned indoor spaces and didn’t go out until well after dark. at got me thinking: Where is the late-night heat-wave hang spot in downtown Burlington? In retrospect, it’s a no-brainer. What better place to get the core temperature down than Little Gordo Creemee Stand? e tunes were bumping, the tables were full, and though the line was long — 15 or so deep when I arrived — it moved quickly enough that no one seemed to care. Folks danced and laughed with their friends, in line and out. I ordered the chocolate-banana twist with sprinkles, and it was an easy win. Too easy — I made a second trip to the creemee window just before the 10 p.m. closing time.

Toussaint St. Negritude

Mark Daly of Madaila

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WED.26

BBQ and Bluegrass (bluegrass) at Four Quarters Brewing, Winooski, 6:30 p.m. Free.

e Brokes (Strokes tribute) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 9 p.m. $12/$15.

Jazz Sessions (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Live Jazz (jazz) at Leunig’s Bistro & Café, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Live Music Wednesdays & Tacos (weekly music series) at the Tillerman, Bristol, 5 p.m. Free.

Margo Cilker, Jobi Riccio (singer-songwriter) at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20/$25.

Mike Chapman (acoustic) at Two Heroes Brewery Public House, South Hero, 6 p.m. Free.

Red Hot Juba (jazz) at Red Square, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Session Americana (Americana) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $18.

Seth Yacovone (blues, rock) at Vermont Pub & Brewery, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

She Was Right (folk) at North Hero House Inn & Restaurant, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Wednesday Night Dead (Grateful Dead covers) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $5. Willverine (electronic) at the Wallﬂower Collective, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free.

THU.27

1Q (jazz) at Vermont Pub & Brewery, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Blue Rock Boys (folk, rock) at Blue Paddle Bistro, South Hero, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Dave Lovald (acoustic) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free.

Frankie & the Fuse (rock) at Red Square, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Friedman and Quigley Duo (jazz) at Hugo’s, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Greg Rothwell Swungtet (jazz) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

GRG Trio (jazz) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 9 p.m. Free.

Jim Yeager (singer-songwriter) at Filling Station, Middlesex, 6 p.m. Free.

Lincoln Sprague (jazz) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free.

Matty & Me (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 6 p.m. Free.

Red Hot Juba (jazz) at Black Flannel Brewing & Distilling, Essex, 6 p.m. Free.

WED.26 // SESSION

Find the most up-to-date info on live music, DJs, comedy and more at sevendaysvt.com/music. If you’re a talent booker or artist planning live entertainment at a bar, nightclub, café, restaurant, brewery or coffee shop, send event details to music@sevendaysvt.com or submit the info using our form at sevendaysvt.com/postevent.

The Americana Way

Grace Palmer (singer-songwriter) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free.

Hour, Greg Freeman, Wren Kitz (indie rock) at Monkey House, Winooski, 7:30 p.m. $12/$15.

Ian Campbell (acoustic) at Charlie-O’s World Famous, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free.

Joshua Glass and Andriana Chobot (dueling pianos) at 1st Republic Brewing, Essex, 6 p.m. Free.

Lazer Dad (covers) at Red Square, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Matt Hagen (folk) at Bleu Northeast Kitchen, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Michael Arnowitt (jazz) at Hugo’s, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Naughty and Nice (rock) at Whammy Bar, Calais, 7 p.m. Free. Nintendoods (funk, fusion) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free.

Quadra (covers) at the Old Post, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Queer Takeover Evening (indie rock, drag, DJ) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10.

SESSION AMERICANA began in 2003 as a group of friends and musicians jamming around a table at a bar in Cambridge, Mass. Ten records, countless tours and European residencies later, the band celebrated its 20th birthday last year. The collective recently released a retrospective album titled The Rattle and the Clatter/Twenty Years (So Far) of Session Americana and is hitting the road to keep the birthday party going. Joined by their friends and frequent collaborators ELEANOR BUCKLAND and Queen City-based ALI MCGUIRK, Session Americana play Foam Brewers on the Burlington waterfront on Wednesday, June 26.

Tennis Courts, Range Life, Community Breakfast, Charlie Uffelman & Friends (indie rock) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10/$15.

FRI.28

Andriana Chobot (indie pop) at Olive Ridley’s, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 6 p.m. Free.

Ben Seretan, Lia Kohl, Whitney Johnson, Narrow Shoulders (electronic, experimental) at Bauschaus VT, Charlotte, 7 p.m. $10.

Bent Nails House Band (blues, jazz) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

Blue & Rosie (acoustic) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free.

Christopher Peterman and Mike Hartigan (jazz) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10.

Coane, Rowell & Schabner (jazz) at Jericho Café & Tavern, 7 p.m. Free.

Consider the Source (progressive rock, jazz) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 8 p.m. $10.

Cooie’s Trio (blues, pop) at von Trapp Brewing Bierhall, Stowe, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Dave Mitchell’s Blues Revue (blues) at Red Square, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free.

David Karl Roberts (singersongwriter) at Poultney Pub, 6 p.m. Free.

Dead Street Dreamers, SLOB DROP, Gagger, Violet Crimes (punk, hardcore) at Despacito, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10.

Dirty Looks Band (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 9 p.m. Free.

Dobbs’ Dead (Grateful Dead tribute) at Nectar’s, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15.

Dwight Ritcher & Ted Perry ... An Evening Together (indie soul, jazz) at the Phoenix, Waterbury, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $15-30.

Endless Field, Sara Caswell (folk, ambient) at the Mill ADK, Westport, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $28.52.

Fantastic Cat, Troy Millette & the Fire Below (folk, rock) at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $20/$25.

Rap Night Burlington (hip-hop) at Drink, Burlington, 9 p.m. $5.

Sad Turtle, the Mountain Says No (alt rock) at Charlie-O’s World Famous, Montpelier, 9:30 p.m. Free.

Timothy James (acoustic) at Gusto’s, Barre, 6 p.m. Free.

WD-40 (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 5 p.m. Free.

Will Warren Trio (folk) at Two Heroes Brewery Public House, South Hero, 6 p.m. Free.

SAT.29

Bella & Bob (jazz) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 8 p.m. $10.

Bethany Conner, Grace Brouilette (singer-songwriter) at 1st Republic Brewing, Essex, 6 p.m. Free.

Blue Fox (blues, rock) at CharlieO’s World Famous, Montpelier, 9 p.m. Free.

Blue Rock Boys (country, bluegrass) at von Trapp Brewing Bierhall, Stowe, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Brad Barr (jazz, fusion) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20/$25.

Cami & Ry (acoustic) at the Den at Harry’s Hardware, Cabot, 7 p.m. Free.

Cliff Reynolds (rock) at Monopole, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10 p.m. Free.

Dobbs’ Dead (Grateful Dead tribute) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $15/$20.

Draa Hobbs Trio (jazz) at Hugo’s, Montpelier, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Duff ompson, Steph Green, Sheepskin (folk, rock) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15/$20.

Hit Squad (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 9 p.m. Free.

Jake Xerxes Fussell (folk) at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $20/$22.

Jeff & Gina (jazz) at Bleu Northeast Kitchen, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Left Eye Jump (blues) at Red Square, Burlington, 2 p.m. Free.

Live Music Saturdays (live music series) at Dumb Luck Pub & Grill, Hinesburg, 7 p.m. Free.

Long Gone John and the Complaints (folk) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. Free.

Lou McNally (folk) at Poultney Pub, 6 p.m. Free.

Oakheart, Torn, Jeopardy, Iron Gate, Keepsake (metal) at Despacito, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15.

Phillip Hyjek Trio (folk) at Jericho Café & Tavern, 7 p.m. Free.

Quick Fix (rock) at Olive Ridley’s, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9 p.m. Free. Rootbound (rock) at Whammy Bar, Calais, 7 p.m. Free.

Whiskey & Wine (covers) at On Tap Bar & Grill, Essex Junction, 5 p.m. Free.

SUN.30

Babehoven, Lily Seabird (indie) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 7 p.m. $15.

Bluegrass Brunch (bluegrass) at the Skinny Pancake, Burlington, noon. Free.

Bluegrass Brunch (bluegrass) at Madbush Falls, Waitsﬁeld, noon. Free.

Good Gravy (bluegrass) at Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Waitsﬁeld, 3 p.m. Free.

Jeff Shelley (covers) at Blue Paddle Bistro, South Hero, 5 p.m. Free.

John Lackard Blues Duo (blues) at Vermont Pub & Brewery, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Moonbird (indie) at Red Square, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

Soul Porpoise (soul, funk) at Red Square, Burlington, 3 p.m. Free.

Sunday Brunch Tunes (singersongwriter) at Hotel Vermont, Burlington, 10 a.m.

MON.1

Marc Edwards (jazz, Americana) at North Hero House Inn & Restaurant, 5:30 p.m. Free.

TUE.2

Big Easy Tuesdays with Jon McBride (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

Blue Rock Boys (country, bluegrass) at North Hero House Inn & Restaurant, 5:30 p.m. Free.

Bluegrass Jam (bluegrass) at Poultney Pub, 7 p.m. Free.

Devin Champlin, Wes Pearce (singer-songwriter) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5/$10.

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Grateful Tuesdays (Grateful Dead tribute) at Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. $10/$20.

Honky Tonk Tuesday with the Hogtones (country) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 9 p.m. $10.

Jay Southgate (vibraphone) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 5 p.m. Free.

Sen Morimoto, Rangus (hip-hop, indie) at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $18/$20.

The Steppes (rock) at Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Waitsfield, 5 p.m. Free.

Zach Nugent (Grateful Dead tribute) at Madbush Falls, Waitsfield, 7 p.m. $10 suggested donation.

WED.3

Adirondack Jazz Orchestra (jazz) at Olive Ridley’s, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 7 p.m. Free.

BBQ and Bluegrass (bluegrass) at Four Quarters Brewing, Winooski, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Burning Monk (Rage Against the Machine tribute) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Jazz Sessions (jazz) at the 126, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

Live Jazz (jazz) at Leunig’s Bistro & Café, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Live Music Wednesdays & Tacos (weekly music series) at the Tillerman, Bristol, 5 p.m. Free.

The Nailers (rock) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 9 p.m. Free.

Wednesday Night Dead (Grateful Dead covers) at Zenbarn, Waterbury Center, 7 p.m. $5. Willverine (electronic) at the Wallflower Collective, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Workingman’s Army, Embers in Umbra (rock) at Nectar’s, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

djs

WED.26

DJ Chia (DJ) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

DJ CRE8 (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free. Local Dork (DJ) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

THU.27

All Ears (DJ) at the Big Spruce, Richmond, 6 p.m. Free.

DJ Chaston (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 11 p.m. Free.

DJ CRWD CTRL (DJ) at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

DJ Two Sev (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 11 p.m. Free.

Vinyl Night with Ken (DJ) at Poultney Pub, 6 p.m. Free.

FRI.28

DJ Craig Mitchell (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

DJ JamStar (DJ) at Olive Ridley’s, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 9 p.m. Free.

DJ Kata (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

DJ Taka (DJ) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 11 p.m. $10/$15.

DJ Two Rivers (DJ) at Gusto’s, Barre, 9 p.m. Free.

Malcolm Miller (DJ) at Einstein’s Tap House, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

Queer Bar Takeover (DJ) at Charlie-O’s World Famous, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

SAT.29

Blanchface (DJ) at Manhattan Pizza & Pub, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

Crypt Goth Night (DJ) at Bent Nails Bistro, Montpelier, 8 p.m. Free.

DJ A-Ra$ (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, midnight. Free.

DJ Boots & Cats, Fresh Press, Cups, Bill Lockwood (DJ) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 10 p.m. $10.

DJ Raul (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

DJ Two Rivers (DJ) at Gusto’s, Barre, 9 p.m. Free.

Matt Payne (DJ) at Red Square Blue Room, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free.

Molly Mood (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free. Nastee (DJ) at Einstein’s Tap House, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free. Pride Dance Party (DJ) at Alfie’s Wild Ride, Stowe, 8 p.m. $5.

What If Something Happened, Luka Mester, NEWMANTRA, GAYBAR, logwad, Four-D (DJ) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 10 p.m. $10.

SUN.30

DJ JP Black (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 11 p.m. Free.

Mi Yard Reggae Night with DJ Big Dog (reggae, dancehall) at Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free.

TUE.2

The Vanguard — Jazz on Vinyl (DJ) at Paradiso Hi-Fi, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

WED.3

DJ CRE8 (DJ) at Red Square, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free. Local Dork (DJ) at Foam Brewers, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

open mics & jams

WED.26

Irish Sessions (Celtic, open mic) at Burlington St. John’s Club, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Lit Club (poetry open mic) at Radio Bean, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Music Open Mic (DJ) at Monkey House, Winooski, 7 p.m. Free.

Open Mic (open mic) at Monopole, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10 p.m. Free.

Open Mic with Danny Lang (open mic) at Poultney Pub, 7 p.m. Free.

THU.27

Old Time Jam (open jam) at Light Club Lamp Shop, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Open Mic (open mic) at Whammy Bar, Calais, 7 p.m. Free.

Open Stage Night (open mic) at Orlando’s Bar & Lounge, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

SUN.30

Olde Time Jam Session (open jam) at the Den at Harry’s Hardware, Cabot, noon. Free.

Vermont Synth Society — June Meetup (electronic open mic) at Community of Sound, Burlington, 5 p.m. Free.

MON.1

Open Mic (open mic) at Despacito, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

TUE.2

Open Mic Night (open mic) at Drink, Burlington, 8 p.m. Free.

WED.3

Irish Sessions (Celtic, open mic) at Burlington St. John’s Club, 6:30 p.m. Free.

Open Mic (open mic) at Monopole, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10 p.m. Free.

Open Mic with Danny Lang (open mic) at Poultney Pub, 7 p.m. Free.

The Ribbit Review Open-Mic & Jam (open mic) at Lily’s Pad, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

comedy

WED.26

$5 Improv Night (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5. Next Stop Comedy (comedy) at 14th Star Brewing, St. Albans, 7:30 p.m. Free.

Standup Comedy Open Mic (comedy open mic) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 8:30 p.m.

THU.27

Kingdom Kids (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $5. Rodeo Clown! A Comedy Variety Show (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5.

FRI.28

Rosebud Baker (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. $30. Three Leaves Comedy Showcase (comedy) at the 126, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free.

SAT.29

2024 Summer Festival Tour – Symphony of Stars

Andrew Crust, VSO Music Director

Join us for a spectacular evening of music featuring John Philip Sousa marches, John Williams’ E.T. score and much more, led by the VSO's new Music Director. Bring your picnic and relax under balmy summer skies with your Vermont Symphony Orchestra!

Justin Willman (magic, comedy) at the Flynn, Burlington, 7 p.m. $42.50 - $163.50.

Rosebud Baker (comedy) at Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington, 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. $30.

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AfterLyfe Music, AfterLyfe Volume 1

(AFTERLYFE MUSIC, CD, DIGITAL)

Everything in the music business takes longer than expected, but some projects are decades in the making. That’s very much the case with AfterLyfe Volume 1, a compilation album that celebrates the long, industrious career of DJ, rapper, producer and VT Union mastermind Nastee. He’s been a giant in Vermont’s hip-hop scene since the early 2000s, both as a genuine trendsetter and as a mentor to dozens of local artists. He’s also been an in-demand mixing engineer since the ’90s, running the boards for legends such as Big Pun and

Mobb Deep. Along the way, he’s racked up 10 platinum plaques and two Grammy nominations.

So when he started AfterLyfe Music, back in the upheaval and confusion that was 2020, it seemed destined to succeed. Few people have Nastee’s experience or extended network, and fewer still can match his obsessive work ethic. Four years later, he’s fulﬁlling that promise in dramatic fashion. Fresh o the triumphant release of Boston rapper Termanology’s 50th album, Time Is Currency, the AfterLyfe team is back with another stunning piece of work: AfterLyfe Volume 1

The opening act is perfection. Things kick o with “Afterlyfers,” a dark anthem with a powerful

Caleb Lodish, An Evening Into Sweet Despair

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Burlington Technical Center’s Digital Media Lab is meant to springboard high school students into their future careers, in ﬁelds such as ﬁlmmaking, audio engineering, photography and the graphic arts. Helmed by polymath Jason Raymond, the program is also an artistic incubator, a digital salon where Queen City-area youths can thrive and collaborate.

album, I Expect Nothing in Return, which Seven Days placed in its top records of the year.

Now a student at New York’s Hofstra University, Lodish maintains his Vermont ties throughout his newest release, An Evening Into Sweet Despair Several voices that appeared on his 2023 album return, such as those of rappers Ranch God, Pleasant Boys and Bilé.

It’s where producer Caleb Lodish “made so, so, so many connections,” as he told the Vermont Hip Hop website in 2023. Many of those artists appeared on his 2023

With only a few years of playing saxophone in his school band, Lodish did not have an extensive musical background before teaching himself to produce and make beats. But his growth has been exponential, rising from “terrible” GarageBand beats (as he told Vermont Hip Hop) to the scintillating and varied sounds heard on An Evening Into Sweet Despair

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performance from Nastee’s longtime collaborator Konﬂik. Leading with such an introspective cut is a clear declaration: Hip-hop — and, by extension, the album — is more than entertainment to them; this is a culture with a code. “Di erent Time” is a nod to that same proud lineage, uniting New York City rap stalwart Smoke DZA and Juice Crew legend Craig G over some pure ’90s boom bap.

It’s clear that Nastee is aiming to make noise on a national level. Volume 1 is a lean, relentless statement of purpose featuring a big cast of East Coast heavyweights. Everyone brings their best, but there are some surprising standout performances in the mix, including Philly spitter Scholito (“Ego”) and the Connecticut-based tag team of Trey Tuck and Charles Tyson (“We Made It”). Konﬂik is in peak form throughout, appearing on no fewer than ﬁve songs, but his collaboration with

One of the best things about producer-led records is their diversity. Each feature has its own perspective, so it’s the producer’s job to make everything gel. Lodish leans heavily into lavish sounds such as cinematic strings, juicy bass and brash horns, amplifying the choices he made on his debut.

“AEISD Intro,” which echoes a similarly titled opener on his last e ort, provides a short runway for “Irresistable.”

Recalling hip-hop’s ’90s heyday, the classically attuned stunner drips with hypnotic strings and orchestral wind chimes. It implies a curtain being slowly drawn, pulling listeners into a luxurious sanctum.

Turning to smooth R&B, Lodish and guest singer Rsieh Raxan conjure vintage vibes à la Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak’s retro project Silk Sonic. Raxan’s vocals overlap in undulating waves while Lodish rolls out a red carpet with tinkling piano and currents of synth and strings.

New Hampshire rapper Raw De on “The Kitchen” is particularly potent. Nastee has always provided opportunities for Vermont talent, and he spotlights some of the 802’s ﬁnest here. Charlie Mayne’s solo track “The Grapevine” is a soulful, impeccable slice of storytelling rap. Album closer “Star on the Beat” is a posse cut featuring Yung Breeze and Mavstar alongside some serious New England talent.

Since Konﬂik dropped his Back to Basics LP in 2021, AfterLyfe has built a brand around top-notch hip-hop. AfterLyfe Volume 1 suggests the label is shooting even higher from here — and it’s got the ﬁrepower to make it happen. AfterLyfe Volume 1 drops on Friday, July 5, at afterlyfemusic1.bandcamp.com. That same night, you can hear some of the tracks live — and buy an actual CD! — at Rap Night Burlington, located in the basement of Drink.

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“The Good Guys (Bonus)” switches to lightning funk with ﬂourishes of ﬂute and pulsing bass. “Starving” shifts back to luxe lounge vibes, with a sensational vocal assist from Leandra Dielle and a guest spot from smooth-talking rivan. Lodish drops into a jazz club on “O My Mind.” Splashy keys and hushed cymbals swirl around Kenn.’s crooning and scatting. And though it may have a perfunctory title, penultimate track “That Spanish Song O the Project” is one of the album’s most heartfelt, with CICS cooing sweet nothings in Spanish over cascading keys and syncopated hihats.

Young and bursting with ideas, Lodish is on ﬁre throughout An Evening Into Sweet Despair. Praised by many in Vermont’s music community as one to watch, Lodish proves his champions right with an exhilarating sophomore LP.

An Evening Into Sweet Despair is available on major streaming services.

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calendar

JUNE 26-JULY 3, 2024

WED.26

activism

VERMONT CHILD

ANTI-TRAFFICKING

TRAINING: Representatives from Prevent Child Abuse Vermont discuss how to recognize signs of child trafficking. Online only; RSVP required. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 229-5724.

business

QUEEN CITY BUSINESS

NETWORKING INTERNATIONAL GROUP: Savvy businesspeople make crucial contacts at a weekly chapter meeting. Burlington City Arts, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 829-5066.

community

2024 SCAVENGER HUNT IN STOWE: Townsfolk put on their detective caps, grab a map at the library and search Stowe for stickers. Prizes include hotel stays and goods from local merchants. Stowe Free Library, Free. Info, 253-6145.

CURRENT EVENTS: Neighbors have an informal discussion about what’s in the news.

Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 878-4918.

FACING CHANGE: LIFE’S TRANSITIONS AND TRANSFORMATIONS: A small

group experience led by Burlington’s Rites of Passage focuses on embracing the transformative power of change. 4-5:15 p.m. Pay what you can. Info, 825-8141.

crafts

BOOKMARK STITCH-IN: All ages watch members of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America demonstrate a variety of needlework techniques and then take home an embroidered bookmark. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 878-6956.

YARN CRAFTERS GROUP: A drop-in meetup welcomes knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers and beyond. BYO snacks and drinks. Must Love Yarn, Shelburne, 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 448-3780.

dance

WEST COAST SWING DANCING: People pair up for a partner dance and move to every genre of music. Bring clean shoes. North Star Community Hall, Burlington, lessons, 7 p.m.; dance, 8-9:30 p.m. Donations. Info, team@802westiecollective. org.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

These community event listings are sponsored by the WaterWheel Foundation, a project of the Vermont band Phish.

LIST YOUR UPCOMING EVENT HERE FOR FREE!

All submissions must be received by Thursday at noon for consideration in the following Wednesday’s newspaper. Find our convenient form and guidelines at sevendaysvt.com/postevent

Listings and spotlights are written by Emily Hamilton Seven Days edits for space and style. Depending on cost and other factors, classes and workshops may be listed in either the calendar or the classes section. Class organizers may be asked to purchase a class listing.

Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

food & drink

‘I’VE LOVED YOU SO LONG’:

Kristin Scott Thomas stars as a fragile and haunted woman in the 2008 directorial debut from Philippe Claudel. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

‘BLUE WHALES: RETURN OF THE GIANTS 3D’: Andy Serkis narrates the journey of a lifetime into the world of the world’s largest mammals and the scientists who study them. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

‘FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE 3D’: Sparkling graphics take viewers on a journey into the weird, wide world of mushrooms, which we are only just beginning to understand. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

‘OCEANS: OUR BLUE PLANET 3D’: Scientists dive into the planet’s least-explored habitat, from its sunny shallows to its alien depths. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, noon, 2 & 4 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $16.50-20; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

‘TINY GIANTS 3D’: Through the power of special cameras, audiences are transported into the world of the teeniest animals on Earth. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO

FIND MORE LOCAL EVENTS IN THIS ISSUE AND ONLINE:

art

Find visual art exhibits and events in the Art section and at sevendaysvt.com/art.

film

See what’s playing at theaters in the On Screen section.

music + nightlife

Find club dates at local venues in the Music + Nightlife section online at sevendaysvt.com/music.

Learn more about highlighted listings in the Magnificent 7 on page 11. = ONLINE EVENT

DANVILLE FARMERS MARKET: Villagers shop local from various vendors handing out fruits, veggies and prepared foods. Danville Village Green, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, cfmamanager@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY’S GRILL & CHILL: Live music soundtracks a big community picnic. Essex Experience, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4200.

WHAT’S THAT WINE

WEDNESDAYS: Aspiring sommeliers blind-taste four wines from Vermont and beyond. Shelburne Vineyard, noon-6 p.m. $15. Info, 985-8222.

health & fitness

CHAIR YOGA: Waterbury Public Library instructor Diana Whitney leads at-home participants in gentle stretches supported by seats. 10 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

MINDFUL MOVEMENT YOGA ON THE LAWN: Attendees soothe their sore swimming, hiking and gardening muscles with mindful stretching. BYO mat. Waterbury Public Library, noon. Free; preregister. Info, 244-7036.

language

BEGINNER IRISH LANGUAGE CLASS: Celtic-curious students learn to speak an Ghaeilge in a supportive group. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

ELL CLASSES: ENGLISH FOR BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS: Learners of all abilities practice written and spoken English with trained instructors. Presented by Fletcher Free Library. 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, bshatara@ burlingtonvt.gov.

INTERMEDIATE IRISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION AND MUSIC: Speakers with some experience increase their fluency through conversation and song. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 863-3403.

lgbtq

BELLOWS FALLS PRIDE: ‘HAIRSPRAY’: Ricki Lake stars alongside iconic drag queen Divine in John Waters’ 1988 comedy about a plus-size teen on a television dance show who turns a segregated Baltimore upside down. Bellows Falls Opera House, 7 p.m. $6. Info, 463-3964, ext. 1120.

PRIDE READATHON 2024: Sixteen indie bookstores around the state invite bookworms to raise funds for Outright Vermont by reading books by LGBTQ authors all through Pride Month. See bearpondbooks.com for details. Free; preregister. Info, 229-0774.

music

DOBET GNAHORÉ: It’s impossible not to get up and dance when the Ivorian superstar brings her irresistible Afro-pop beats and jaw-dropping moves to the stage.

Martha Pellerin & Andy Shapiro Memorial Bandstand, Middlesex, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 522-4810.

JAZZ CAFÉ: Local musicians jam the night away. Stone Valley Arts, Poultney, 7 p.m. Free. Info, stonevalleyartscenter@ gmail.com.

JENNY BROOK BLUEGRASS

FESTIVAL: Bands including Sister Sadie, the Gibson Brothers and the Ruta Beggars come from all over for a five-day celebration of roots music. Tunbridge World’s Fairgrounds, 7-9 p.m. $28-198. Info, 518-2126.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES:

KERUBO: Originally from Kenya, the Afro-jazz artist captivates audience members with her blend of blues, jazz and traditional African music. Burlington City Hall Park, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7166.

TROY MILLETTE: Heartfelt original country-rock songs carry through the air, courtesy of the Fairfax musician. La Chapina serves Guatemalan grub. Shelburne Vineyard, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-8222.

outdoors

INTRODUCTION TO WORM

DRIFTING: Anglers ages 12 and up learn how to fish with bait in small mountain streams. Green Mountain National Forest Office, Rutland, 6 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 505-5562.

sports

GREEN MOUNTAIN TABLE

TENNIS CLUB: Ping-Pong players swing their paddles in singles and doubles matches. Rutland Area Christian School, 7-9 p.m. Free for first two sessions; $30 annual membership. Info, 247-5913.

VERMONT GREEN FC: The state’s winning men’s soccer club continues its third year with flair and a focus on environmental justice. University of Vermont Archie Post Athletic Complex, Burlington, 7 p.m. $8-15; free for kids 5 and under. Info, club@vermontgreenfc. com.

VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: Spectators buy some peanuts and Cracker Jack to watch the Green Mountain State’s own Futures Collegiate Baseball League team face off against new opponents each night. Centennial Field, Burlington, 6:35 p.m. $6-17; $125-418 for season passes. Info, 655-4200.

talks

“FLASH” GORDON SPRAGUE:

A Brookfield native entertains with stories about growing up in Vermont and his life beyond the small town. Brookfield Old Town Hall, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, abelisle2@comcast.net.

tech

CELLPHONE SUPPORT: Locals receive one-on-one mobile device help from a library volunteer. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; limited space. Info, 863-3403.

LIBRARY DIGITAL RESOURCES: Readers learn more about everything from audiobooks to managing online accounts. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, noon-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

theater

‘JERSEY BOYS’: Hits such as “Sherry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” pepper the Tony Awardwinning true story of the musical group the Four Seasons. Weston Theater at Walker Farm, 2-4:30 & 7:30-10 p.m. $25-79. Info, 824-5288.

‘MACBETH’: Local actors tackle the Scottish play in an atmospheric production outside among the trees. Presented by BarnArts. Fable Farm, Barnard, 6:30-9 p.m. $15-20. Info, 234-1645.

‘MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT’: King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table get audiences laughing in this beloved musical, presented by Vermont Repertory Theatre. Isham Family Farm, Williston, 7:30-10 p.m. $25-30. Info, admin@vermontrep.com. words

ROB MERMIN: The Circus Smirkus founder launches his flipping spectacular memoir Circle of Sawdust: A Circus Memoir of Mud, Myth, Mirth, Mayhem and Magic. Norwich Bookstore, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 649-1114.

TURNING PAGES WITH MARY AND LAUREL’S BOOK CLUB: Radio host Mary Cenci and book buyer Laurel lead a combined meeting of their book clubs in an in-depth discussion of The Three of Us by Ore Agbaje-Williams. Phoenix Books, Essex, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.

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WED.26

burlington

BIRDING FOR KIDS AT THE LIBRARY: Avian enthusiasts of all ages build nests, flap their wings and try eating with a beak. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 863-3403.

TODDLER TIME: Librarians bring out books, rhymes and songs specially selected for young ones 12 through 24 months. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

ADVENTURES IN PLAY: Toddlers play with giant blocks, hoops, chalk, bubbles and water. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

SUMMER CRAFTYTOWN: From painting and printmaking to collage and sculpture, creative kids explore different projects and mediums. Ages 8 and up, or ages 6 and up with an adult helper. ADA accessible. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

SUMMER READING KICK-OFF PARTY WITH THE BIG BLUE TRUNK: Readers celebrate with collaborative lawn games, face painting and cotton candy. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

barre/montpelier

TIE-DYE PARTY: Creators bring their own T-shirt or other clothing item to decorate with a burst of color. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

THU.27

burlington

BABYTIME: Pre-walking little ones experience a story time catered to their infant interests. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

BABYTIME: The littlest library patrons enjoy books, rhymes and songs. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

GROW PRESCHOOL YOGA: Colleen from Grow Prenatal and Family Yoga leads little ones ages 2 through 5 in songs, movement and other fun activities. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

BABYTIME: Caregivers and infants from birth through age 1 gather to explore board books and toys. South Burlington

Hit the Streets

The party people of the Northeast Kingdom descend on St. Johnsbury for the first in its summer St. J Final Fridays series, an epic street fair taking over Railroad Street and Eastern Avenue. Between bevs at beer gardens, tasty treats from a plethora of tents and a gallery stroll through downtown, there’s fun out the wazoo for everyone. Get your pet’s portrait drawn, join the Yarn Bank’s crafting circle, watch capoeira and tango demonstrations, and join in Pride activities with Northeast Kingdom Community Action. Stick around after the fair for the first Levitt AMP St. Johnsbury Music Series concert of the year, featuring Indo-Tanzanian artist Alysha Brilla.

ST. J FINAL FRIDAYS

Friday, June 28, 4-9 p.m., in downtown St. Johnsbury. Free. Info, 748-8575, discoverstjohnsbury.com.

Public Library & City Hall, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

PRESCHOOL MUSIC WITH LINDA

BASSICK: The singer and storyteller extraordinaire leads little ones in indoor music and movement. Birth through age 5. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME: Pre-K patrons play and socialize after music time. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

STORY TIME: Little ones from birth through age 5 learn from songs, crafts and picture books. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

stowe/smuggs

WEE ONES PLAY TIME: Caregivers bring kiddos 3 and younger to a new sensory learning experience each week. Morristown Centennial Library, Morrisville, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 888-3853.

mad river valley/ waterbury

PRESCHOOL PLAY & READ STORYTIME: Games, activities, stories and songs engage 3- through 5-year-olds. Waterbury Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

northeast kingdom

‘MONSTERS, INC.’: Two fearsome creatures rethink their stance on children in this 2001 animated flick. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

STORY TIME: Kids 5 and under play, sing, hear stories and color. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 2-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1391.

FRI.28

chittenden county

LEGO BUILDERS: Each week, children ages 8 and older build, explore, create

and participate in challenges. Children ages 6 to 8 are welcome with an adult. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

TEEN MOVIE: ‘BARBIE’: The seemingly idyllic Barbie Land is disrupted when the real world intrudes in this Oscarnominated 2023 hit directed by Greta Gerwig. Ages 13 through 18. ADA accessible. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

TEEN VOLUNTEER: CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE WRITING: Teenage authors create an interactive story for the library’s young patrons. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

barre/montpelier

STORY TIME & PLAYGROUP: Participants ages 5 and under enjoy science, art and nature-themed activities. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

rutland/killington

INTRODUCTION TO FISHING: Families learn the basics of fishing for fun, from ecology and local regulations to knot tying and casting. Hapgood Pond Recreation Area, Peru, 6-8:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 505-5562.

upper valley

‘377. HOW MANY MORE WILL IT TAKE?’: A new play written by two Lebanon High School rising seniors delves into the trauma of high school students facing gun violence. Presented by Sarlo Theatre Productions. Briggs Opera House, White River Junction, 7-9 p.m. Donations. Info, sarlotheatreproductions@gmail.com.

STORY TIME: Preschoolers take part in tales, tunes and playtime. Latham Library, Thetford, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 785-4361.

SAT.29

burlington

FAMILY PLAYSHOP: Kids from birth through age 5 learn and play at this school readiness program. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

MEET THE PIGEON WEEKEND: The main character of Mo Willems’ beloved picture book Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus greets museum visitors. ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Regular admission, $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.

SPLASH DANCE: Kids soak up some summer fun in the fountain while DJs spin family-friendly tracks. Burlington City Hall Park, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7166.

Alysha Brilla

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER

MUSIC FESTIVAL: ARTIST

FACULTY SERIES: Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival students, faculty, fellows and artists perform. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 7:30-9 p.m. $35; free for students. Info, 503-1220.

HIGH SUMMER: Brassy horns, sultry vocals and rock-solid rhythms combine to form a visceral, dynamic groove. Shelburne Vineyard, 7-9:30 p.m. $12. Info, 985-8222.

JENNY BROOK BLUEGRASS

FESTIVAL: See WED.26, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

LEVITT AMP ST. JOHNSBURY

MUSIC SERIES: ALYSHA BRILLA:

The award-winning multi-instrumentalist draws on her Indo-Tanzanian roots to deliver healing, cross-cultural music. Downtown St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

PIZZA BY THE POND: THE MICHELE FAY BAND: A woodfired oven delivers all-you-caneat pies made of local ingredients while bluegrass musicians regale diners. Blueberry Hill Inn, Goshen, 5-8 p.m. $23-43; free for kids 7 and under. Info, info@ blueberryhillinn.com.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES:

AÍDA O’BRIEN: A Brooklyn folkrock songwriter sings about queer love and her experience as a trans woman. Burlington City Hall Park, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7166.

WEST WINDSOR, VERMONT

MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024: Chamber musicians from around the world bring classical music to townsfolk of all ages. West Windsor Town Hall, 7 p.m., June 29, 7 p.m. Info, 672-1958.

theater

‘ANALOG AND VINYL’: See THU.27, 7:30 p.m.

‘JERSEY BOYS’: See WED.26, 7:30-10 p.m.

‘A KID FROM QUEENS’: Dennis McSorley’s one-person show investigates the question of whether you can ever go home again — or, perhaps, whether you ever truly leave. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Donations. Info, dennismcsorley@comcast.net.

‘MACBETH’: See WED.26, 6:30-9 p.m.

‘MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT’: See WED.26, 7:30-10 p.m.

‘THE MUSIC MAN’: Traveling salesman Harold Hill’s scheming ways come back to haunt him in this classic comedy presented by North Country Community Theatre. Lebanon Opera House, N.H., 7:30 p.m. $21-31. Info, 603-448-0400.

‘SONDHEIMIA’: JAG Productions’ final curtain call is a one-man show, created and performed by musical theater actor Larry Owens, that uses the music of Stephen Sondheim to explore life’s biggest questions. Barrette Center for the Arts, White River Junction, 7:30 p.m. $30. Info, 332-3270.

SAT.29

agriculture

BIRD MONITORING WALK: Novice and expert birders record wildlife on the museum grounds in this monthly monitoring trek. Bring binoculars, tick repellent, and water. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7:30-9 a.m. $5-15 suggested donation. Info, 434-2167.

bazaars

ARNOLD’S RESCUE CENTER COMMUNITY MARKET: Visitors peruse a variety of food, crafts and other items to benefit rescue animals. Arnold’s Rescue Center, Brownington, 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 239-872-7333.

business

GRAND OPENING EVENT!: A witchy emporium debuts its new location with a day of free tarot readings and Reiki. Practical Magick, Essex, noon-6 p.m. Free. Info, practicalmagickvt@gmail. com.

community

2024 SCAVENGER HUNT IN STOWE: See WED.26.

dance

2024 CHOREOLAB

PERFORMANCE: See FRI.28, 7-8 p.m.

MONTPELIER CONTRA DANCE:

Dancers balance, shadow and do-si-do the night away to gender-neutral calling and live tunes by Anna and the Alphabet. Capital City Grange, Berlin, beginners’ lesson, 7:40 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. $5-20. Info, 225-8921.

fairs & festivals

ABENAKI HERITAGE WEEKEND:

Vermont’s Native American community celebrates with storytelling, crafts, drumming and singing. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Info, 265-0092.

BURKLYN ARTS SUMMER

FAIR: Juried Vermont crafters display handmade wares during a day of outdoor entertainment. Wildflower Inn, Lyndonville, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, burklynarts40@gmail.com.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘BLUE WHALES: RETURN OF THE GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

‘FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE 3D’: See WED.26.

‘HAPPY TOGETHER’: A 1997 Hong Kong romance follows a couple as they break up and make up over and over again during a trip through Argentina. The Screening Room @ VTIFF, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. $5-10. Info, 660-2600.

‘OCEANS: OUR BLUE PLANET 3D’: See WED.26.

‘TINY GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

food & drink

5-YEAR GIN LANE ANNIVERSARY

PARTY: Cocktails, music and special food tastings make for a fabulous fest. Barr Hill, Montpelier, noon-8 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8000.

BURLINGTON FARMERS

MARKET: Dozens of stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisanal wares and prepared foods. 345 Pine St., Burlington, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 560-5904.

CAPITAL CITY FARMERS

MARKET: Meats and cheeses join farm-fresh produce, baked goods, locally made arts and crafts, and live music. 133 State St., Montpelier, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 272-6249.

ETHIOPIAN BENEFIT DINNER:

An authentic meal benefits the reconstruction of Debre Genet Kedus Giorgis Church in Gembe, Ethiopia. United Church of Northfield, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. Info, debra.maloneyevans@gmail.com.

ST. JOHNSBURY FARMERS

MARKET: Growers and crafters gather weekly at booths centered on local eats. Pearl St. & Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, cfmamanager@gmail.com.

games

CHESS CLUB: Players of all ages and abilities face off and learn new strategies. ADA accessible. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

lgbtq

DISCO INFERNO: The former Andrews Inn closes out Pride Month with a dance party and walk down memory lane. Ages 18 and up. Ciao Popolo, Bellows Falls, 9 p.m.-midnight. $15-20. Info, bellowsfallspride@gmail. com.

JOEP BEVING

Saturday,

Beving’s tour consists of a special appearance at the Montreal Jazz Festival – and only six additional dates –in Chicago, Boston, Washington, Minneapolis, Toronto – and Greensboro!

Jacobsen will read from her debut collection of poetry, Stonechat, followed by a summer reception on the patio.

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film

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music + nightlife

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Learn more about highlighted listings in the Magnificent 7 on page 11. = ONLINE EVENT SAT.29 » P.64

PRIDE READATHON 2024: See WED.26.

THE QUEER NEWLYWED GAME: LGBTQ lovers compete to win a bottle of bubbles and a $100 gift certificate to a local restaurant. 10 percent of bar sales benefits Pride Center of Vermont. Standing Stone Wines, Winooski, 5-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, standingstonewines@gmail.com.

music

BEN & JERRY’S CONCERTS ON THE GREEN: GUSTER: Fans groove to songs from the indie-rock band’s latest album. James Kochalka Superstar and Zeno Mountain Band open. Shelburne Museum, 6 p.m. $55-59; free for kids 12 and under. Info, 652-0777.

COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS CONCERT SERIES: BEN GOLDSMITH: The young Long Island-based singer-songwriter draws on influences from Maggie Rogers to Elton John. Killington Resort, 3-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-734-9435.

ELIZABETH REID: The principal violist of the Opera Company of Middlebury Orchestra goes solo. Frank Suchomel Memorial Arts Center, Adamant, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6978.

JENNY BROOK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: See WED.26, 10 a.m.9:30 p.m.

JOEP BEVING: The acclaimed Dutch neoclassical composer and pianist makes his New England debut. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7-9 p.m. $35-55. Info, 748-2600.

WEST WINDSOR, VERMONT MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024: See FRI.28, 7 p.m. tech

TECH SUPPORT: Library staff members deliver one-on-one technology advice and help. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. Free; limited space. Info, 863-3403.

theater

2024 BIG TOP TOUR: THE IMAGINARIUM: Young performers ages 10 through 18 pull off daring and dazzling acts in this acrobatic extravaganza. Circus Barn, Greensboro, 1-3 & 6-8 p.m. $25-40. Info, tour@smirkus.org.

‘ANALOG AND VINYL’: See THU.27.

‘JERSEY BOYS’: See WED.26, 2-4:30 & 7:30-10 p.m.

‘A KID FROM QUEENS’: See FRI.28, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

‘MACBETH’: See WED.26, 6:30-9 p.m.

‘MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT’: See WED.26, 2:30-5 & 7:30-10 p.m.

‘THE MUSIC MAN’: See FRI.28, 7:30 p.m.

‘SONDHEIMIA’: See FRI.28, 7:30 p.m.

words

QUEER READS BOOK CLUB: Lovers of LGBTQ literature lead a colorful discussion of How Far the Light Reaches by Sabrina Imbler.

JUL. 3 | HOLIDAYS

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 863-3403.

SUN.30

agriculture

EARLY BIRDERS MORNING WALK: Led by various experts, birders amble through museum grounds in search of native birds. Bring tick repellent and binoculars. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7-9 a.m. $5-15 suggested donation. Info, 434-2167.

community

2024 SCAVENGER HUNT IN STOWE: See WED.26. HUMAN CONNECTION CIRCLE: Neighbors share stories from their lives and forge deep connections. Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-4:30 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, humanconnectioncircle@ gmail.com.

crafts

KAT MCVEIGH: The owner of Burlington-based clothing company Kitty Badhands debuts her new book, Reclaimed Quilts, and demonstrates an upcycling project from its pages. BYO textiles for a fabric swap. Galaxy Bookshop, Hardwick, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 472-5533.

YARN CRAFTERS GROUP: See WED.26.

Firework It Out

The Capital City’s largest festival of the year — the annual July 3rd day-beforeIndependence-Day bash — returns with a literal and figurative bang. Family Fest fills the Statehouse lawn with all-ages amusements, the Montpelier Mile road race kicks off a patriotic parade, and an outdoor concert from the Dave Keller Band keeps the party going into the evening. Revelers can find fire dancing at Kellogg-Hubbard Library; family fun at the pool and fire department; and live tunes at Langdon Street Tavern, Charlie-O’s World Famous and Bent Nails Bistro. And, of course, the day closes with an awe-inspiring fireworks display.

JULY 3RD

Wednesday, July 3, 3-10 p.m., at various Montpelier locations. Free. Info, 223-9604, montpelieralive.com.

dance

SUNDAY SERVICE: Local DJs bring their own unique styles to a biweekly outdoor dance party. Rotary Park, Winooski, 2-7 p.m. Free. Info, info@downtownwinooski.org.

fairs & festivals

ABENAKI HERITAGE WEEKEND: See SAT.29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

FRENCH HERITAGE DAY: French and Québécois music, food and history are on display at an outdoor fête for all ages. Winooski Falls Way, 10 a.m.2 p.m. Free. Info, farmersmarket@ downtownwinooski.org.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘BLUE WHALES: RETURN OF THE GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

‘FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE 3D’: See WED.26.

‘OCEANS: OUR BLUE PLANET 3D’: See WED.26.

‘TINY GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

food & drink

STOWE FARMERS MARKET: An appetizing assortment of fresh veggies, meats, milk, berries, herbs, beverages and crafts tempts shoppers. Stowe Farmers Market, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, stowefarmersmarket@gmail. com.

VERSHIRE ARTISAN & FARMERS MARKET: Foodies, farmers and their friends buy and sell freshgrown produce and handmade finds. Vershire Town Center, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. Info, vershiremarket@gmail.com.

WINOOSKI FARMERS MARKET: Families shop for fresh produce, honey, meats, coffee and prepared foods from more seasonal vendors at an outdoor marketplace. Winooski Falls Way, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 655-6410.

health & fitness

KARUNA COMMUNITY

MEDITATION: A YEAR TO LIVE (FULLY): Participants practice keeping joy, generosity and gratitude at the forefront of their minds. Jenna’s House, Johnson, 10-11:15 a.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, mollyzapp@live.com.

lgbtq

PRIDE READATHON 2024: See WED.26.

music

BRAINTREE BLUEGRASS BRUNCH:

Local musicians soundtrack a vibrant community gathering that features family activities, group bike rides and scrumptious bites. Braintree Hill Meetinghouse, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Donations. Info, 728-9878.

BURLINGTON CONCERT BAND CONCERT: Whitney Lussier directs free concerts weekly in the band’s 173rd season. Battery Park, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, l.solt@burlingtontelecom.net.

JENNY BROOK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: See WED.26, 10 a.m.1:30 p.m.

PLAY EVERY TOWN: Prolific pianist David Feurzeig continues a four-year, statewide series of shows in protest of high-pollution worldwide concert tours. Bradford Congregational Church, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, 434-3819.

‘POSTCARDS FROM FRANCE’: Tapestry and friends transport audiences to Paris, Provence and the Pyrenees via their impressionistic playing of folk and jazz tunes for voices, accordion, clarinet and guitar. Artistree Community Arts Center, South Pomfret, 3 p.m. $20. Info, 457-3500.

ROCHESTER CHAMBER MUSIC

SOCIETY: TRITON BRASS: An award-winning quintet plays pieces by Monteverdi, Bach, Piazzola and Gershwin. Rochester Park, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 767-9234.

SOULSTICE: The ska-inspired party band brings people together and gets hips shaking. Camp

Meade, Middlesex, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, info@campmeade. today.

WEST WINDSOR, VERMONT

MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024: See FRI.28, 3 p.m.

theater

‘ANALOG AND VINYL’: See THU.27, 3 p.m.

‘JERSEY BOYS’: See WED.26, 3-5:30 p.m.

‘MACBETH’: See WED.26, 4-6:30 p.m.

‘THE MUSIC MAN’: See FRI.28, 3 p.m.

‘THE WHOLE KIT AND CABOODLE SHOW’: Bread and Puppet’s summer show, directed by Maria Schumann, takes an anti-capitalist view toward climate change and what we owe each other and the Earth. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 3 p.m. $10. Info, 525-3031.

MON.1 community

2024 SCAVENGER HUNT IN STOWE: See WED.26.

dance

STRIP(TEA)SE: Audiences get cozy at this combination tea party and sultry pole dance showcase. Ages 18 and up. Lumière Hall. Burlington Beer, April 1, 6:15-9 p.m. $20. Info, grimmsdomainvt@gmail.com.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘BLUE WHALES: RETURN OF THE GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

‘FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE 3D’: See WED.26.

‘OCEANS: OUR BLUE PLANET 3D’: See WED.26.

‘TINY GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

games

MONDAY NIGHT GAMES:

Discounted wine by the glass fuels an evening of friendly competition featuring new and classic board games, card games, and cribbage. Shelburne Vineyard, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 985-8222. lgbtq

BOARD GAME NIGHT: LGBTQ tabletop fans bring their own favorite games to the party. Rainbow Bridge Community Center, Barre, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 622-0692.

music

BROADWAY IN THE ISLANDS:

Colchester native and denizen of the Great White Way Merritt David Janes leads a program of talented performers bringing Broadway to the shores of Lake Champlain. BYO blankets and chairs. Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero, 6-8 p.m. $36. Info, jgbannister1@gmail.com.

SAMBATUCADA OPEN

REHEARSAL: Burlington’s own

samba street percussion band welcomes new members. No experience or instruments required. 8 Space Studio Collective, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 862-5017.

ST. JOHNSBURY BAND: The nation’s third-oldest community band regales locals during a weekly ice cream social. Caledonia County Courthouse, St. Johnsbury, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, manager@stjohnsburyband.org.

VERGENNES CITY BAND

SUMMER CONCERTS: An all-volunteer community ensemble makes music on the green all summer long. Vergennes City Park, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, sodaniel27@gmail.com.

TUE.2 community

2024 SCAVENGER HUNT IN STOWE: See WED.26. CURRENT EVENTS

DISCUSSION GROUP: Brownell Library holds a virtual roundtable for neighbors to pause and reflect on the news cycle. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. dance

SWING DANCING: Local Lindy hoppers and jitterbuggers convene at Vermont Swings’ weekly boogie-down. Bring clean shoes. North Star Community Hall, Burlington, beginner lessons, 6:30 p.m.; dance, 7:30-9 p.m. $5. Info, 864-8382.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘BLUE WHALES: RETURN OF THE GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

‘FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE 3D’: See WED.26.

‘OCEANS: OUR BLUE PLANET 3D’: See WED.26.

‘TINY GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

health & fitness

EXPERIENCE ABUNDANCE

MEDITATION IN THE SALT CAVE: Meditation guide Celeste Hartwell invites attendees to halotherapy in the golden glow of a Himalayan salt cave. Purple Sage, Essex, 7-8 p.m. $70. Info, 316-8885.

QI GONG FOR VITALITY & PEACE: Librarian Judi Byron leads students in this ancient Chinese practice of mindful movement and breath. Waterbury Public Library, 10-11 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, judi@waterburypubliclibrary.com.

language

MANDARIN CONVERSATION

CIRCLE: Volunteers from Vermont Chinese School help students learn or improve their fluency. ADA accessible. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 846-4140.

PAUSE-CAFÉ FRENCH

CONVERSATION: Francophones and French-language learners

meet pour parler la belle langue

Burlington Bay Market & Café, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 343-5493.

music

FAIRLEE SUMMER CONCERT

SERIES: Outdoor audience members take in a show from a new band each week. Fairlee Town Common, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, contact@fairleearts.org.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER

MUSIC FESTIVAL: ARTIST

FACULTY SERIES: See FRI.28, 6:45-8:15 p.m.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER

MUSIC FESTIVAL: MASTER

CLASSES: Classical music fans sit in on lessons from visiting artists. McCarthy Arts Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 4-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 503-1220.

VSO SUMMER FESTIVAL TOUR: ‘SYMPHONY OF STARS’: The Vermont Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 90th birthday with a lap around the state and a set list that includes the music of Sufjan Stevens, John Williams and Vermont’s own Erik Nielsen. See calendar spotlight. Vermont State University-Castleton, 7:309:30 p.m. $5-35; free for kids 5 and under. Info, hello@vso.org.

theater

2024 BIG TOP TOUR: ‘THE IMAGINARIUM’: See SAT.29. Farr’s Field, Waterbury. ‘JERSEY BOYS’: See WED.26, 7:30-10 p.m.

words BURLINGTON LITERATURE GROUP: PATRICK MODIANO: Readers analyze the Nobel laureate’s novels Missing Person and Suspended Sentences over five weeks. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@nereadersandwriters.com.

WED.3

activism

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY DSA

GENERAL MEETING: Members of the local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America and other left-wing activists gather to plan political activities. Democracy Creative, Burlington, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, hello@ champlainvalleydsa.org.

DISABLED ACCESS & ADVOCACY OF THE RUTLAND AREA (DAARA)

MONTHLY ZOOM MEETING: Community members gather online to advocate for accessibility and other disability rights measures. 11:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 779-9021.

business

QUEEN CITY BUSINESS

NETWORKING INTERNATIONAL GROUP: See WED.26.

community

2024 SCAVENGER HUNT IN STOWE: See WED.26. WED.3 » P.66

crafts

JEWELRY MAKING WITH CASEY: Crafty folks string beads together to create teardrop earrings. Ages 7 and up. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4:30 p.m. Free; limited space. Info, 878-6956.

YARN CRAFTERS GROUP: See WED.26, 5-7 p.m. etc.

CHAMP MASTERS

TOASTMASTERS OF GREATER BURLINGTON: Those looking to strengthen their speaking and leadership skills gain new tools at a regular meeting. 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 338-2305.

film

See what’s playing at local theaters in the On Screen section.

‘BLUE WHALES: RETURN OF THE GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

‘FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE 3D’: See WED.26.

‘OCEANS: OUR BLUE PLANET 3D’: See WED.26.

‘TINY GIANTS 3D’: See WED.26.

food & drink

DANVILLE FARMERS MARKET: See WED.26.

WEDNESDAY’S GRILL & CHILL: See WED.26.

WHAT’S THAT WINE

WEDNESDAYS: See WED.26.

STORIES WITH GEOFF: Little patrons of the library’s new location enjoy a morning of stories and songs. Fletcher Free Library New North End Branch, Burlington, 11:15-11:45 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

DRAG STORY HOUR: Emoji Nightmare and Katniss Everqueer read picture books focused on activism, creativity, and the fun and fluidity of gender. Phoenix Books, Essex, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.

EMPTY ARMS 5K WALK/RUN: Runners and walkers enjoy a scenic, lakeside route at this family-friendly race benefiting support for pregnancy and infant loss. Veterans Memorial Park, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. $20. Info, info@emptyarmsvermont.org.

upper valley

‘377. HOW MANY MORE WILL IT TAKE?’: See FRI.28, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.

TUCK’S ROCK DOJO MUSIC FEST: The School of Rock vibes are undeniable

health & fitness

CHAIR YOGA: See WED.26.

holidays

HULA PRESENTS: BLOCK

PARTY 2024: Revelers gather for food, family-friendly entertainment, live music and Burlington’s fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day. Hula, Burlington, 4-9:30 p.m. $10-15; free for kids under 5. Info, 540-8153.

JULY 3RD: The Capital City’s blowout bonanza returns with a bang, featuring FamilyFest, a perfectly patriotic parade, a phenomenal fireworks show and plenty of fun all around downtown. See calendar spotlight. Various Montpelier

when the teen students of this music school unleash their skills alongside alumni of the program. Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, 3-10 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

SUN.30

upper valley

‘377. HOW MANY MORE WILL IT TAKE?’: See FRI.28, 1-3 p.m.

MON.1

burlington

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: Bookworms ages 2 through 5 enjoy fun-filled reading time. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

READ WITH SAMMY: The Therapy Dogs of Vermont emissary is super excited to hear kids of all ages practice their reading. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.

mad river valley/ waterbury

TINY TOTS STORY TIME: Little tykes have fun, hear stories and meet new friends with Ms. Cynthia. Ages 3 and

locations, 3-10 p.m. Free. Info, 223-9604.

ROCK THE DOCK: A festive fundraiser for sailing scholarships features food trucks, libations, tunes, dancing and prime views of the fireworks. Community Sailing Center, Burlington, 6-10:30 p.m. $50-60. Info, 864-2499.

language

BEGINNER IRISH LANGUAGE CLASS: See WED.26. ELL CLASSES: ENGLISH FOR BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS: See WED.26.

INTERMEDIATE IRISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION AND MUSIC: See WED.26.

under. Waterbury Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

upper valley

STORY TIME WITH BETH: A bookseller and librarian extraordinaire reads two picture books on a different theme each week. Norwich Bookstore, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 649-1114.

northeast kingdom

STORY TIME: See THU.27, 2-2:30 p.m.

TUE.2

burlington

INTRO TO IMPROV WITH VERMONT COMEDY CLUB’S RACHAEL SHERMAN: Teen and tween jokesters learn how to “yes, and” each other to create short comedic scenes. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. SING-ALONG WITH LINDA BASSICK: Babies, toddlers and preschoolers sing, dance and wiggle along with Linda. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

FAMILY STORY TIME: Lively little ones gather for short stories, familiar songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Ages 5 and under. South Burlington Public Library

SPANISH CONVERSATION: Fluent and beginner speakers brush up on their español with a discussion led by a Spanish teacher. Presented by Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. 5-6 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, programs@damlvt.org.

music

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHAMBER

MUSIC FESTIVAL: MASTER CLASSES: See TUE.2, 4-5:30 p.m.

MILTON BUSKER & THE GRIM

WORK: The Vermont band introduces audiences to “suit-folk” — that is, songs of the people if they got dressed up for a night out. La Chapina serves Guatemalan grub.

Shelburne Vineyard, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 985-8222.

& City Hall, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

GAME CHANGERS: New board games and old favorites delight players in grades 4 and up. South Burlington Public Library & City Hall, 1-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 846-4140.

OUTDOOR STORY TIME: Youngsters enjoy a sunny session of reading, rhyming and singing with Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Birth through age 5. Williston Town Green, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

northeast kingdom

‘THE EMPEROR’S NEW GROOVE’: Emperor Kuzco must take back his throne from the sorceress who turned him into a llama in this gut-busting 2000 buddy comedy from Disney. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.

LAPSIT STORY TIME: Babies 18 months and younger learn to love reading, singing and playing with their caregivers. Siblings welcome. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Free. Info, 745-1391.

WED.3

burlington

‘A LITTLE PRINCESS’: Very Merry Theatre presents the all-ages adventures of a girl

VSO SUMMER FESTIVAL TOUR: ‘SYMPHONY OF STARS’: See TUE.2. Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center.

sports

GREEN MOUNTAIN TABLE

TENNIS CLUB: See WED.26. VERMONT GREEN FC: See WED.26, 6 p.m.

theater

2024 BIG TOP TOUR: THE IMAGINARIUM: See TUE.2, 1-3 & 6-8 p.m.

‘JERSEY BOYS’: See WED.26, 2-4:30 & 7:30-10 p.m. ➆

sent to an oppressive boarding school. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403.

TODDLER TIME: See WED.26.

VR NATIONAL PARKS: Teens take virtual tours of the Grand Canyon, Hawai’i’s volcanoes, Death Valley and other locales. Ages 11 through 18. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1-2 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 863-3403.

chittenden county

BABY TIME: Parents and caregivers bond with their pre-walking babes during this gentle playtime. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.

SUMMER CRAFTYTOWN: See WED.26.

mad river valley/ waterbury

TEEN HANGOUT: Middle and high schoolers make friends at a no-pressure meetup. Waterbury Public Library, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

TEEN QUEER READS: LGBTQIA+ and allied youths get together each month to read and discuss ideas around gender, sexuality and identity. Waterbury Public Library, 6-7 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 244-7036. K

classes

THE FOLLOWING CLASS LISTINGS ARE PAID ADVERTISEMENTS. ANNOUNCE YOUR CLASS FOR AS LITTLE AS $16.75/WEEK (INCLUDES SIX PHOTOS AND UNLIMITED DESCRIPTION ONLINE). SUBMIT YOUR CLASS AD AT SEVENDAYSVT.COM/POSTCLASS.

art

BLOCKPRINTING BOTANICALS:

Carve botanicals to print onto paper and fabric. Join visual artist Jen Berger to learn the basics of carving linoleum. Bring your own 4-by-6-inch image or make one in the group. Leave with your own reusable linoleum block, prints and the knowledge to make many more. Sun., Jul. 14, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $65. Location: Horsford Gardens & Nursery, 2111 Greenbush Rd., Charlotte. Info: sevendaystickets. com.

JESSE MILES

PAINT & SIP X BURLY AXE: Learn to paint bears in the style of Jesse. No experience necessary! All materials are provided, including aprons. Drinks extra. Sponsored by Vermontijuana and Monarch Cultivation. u., Jul. 11, 7-9 p.m. Cost: $35. Location: Burly Axe, 294 North Winooski Ave., Ste. 116B, Burlington. Info: sevendaystickets.com.

2657 Waterbury-Stowe Rd., Waterbury Center. Info: sevendaystickets.com.

kids

GLASSMAKING SUMMER DAY

culinary

CHEESE AS YOU PLEASE: A SENSORY AND CHARCUTERIE CLASS: is 21-plus class teaches participants to detect intricate ﬂavors, textures and aromas in a relaxed, social atmosphere through a guided cheese sensory evaluation. Sun., Jun. 30, 2-3:30 p.m. Cost: $75. Location: Cabot Creamery Store,

CAMP: Practice the mesmerizing art of glassmaking! In this weeklong camp, students in grades 3 and up will learn glass fusing, sculpting and blowing techniques under the guidance of glass artist Sam Lightner. Jul. and Aug. camp sessions are also available. Weeklong half-day camp. Cost: $305/5-day camp tuition. Location: Camp Meade, 961 Rte. 2, Middlesex. Info: 802279-3148, hello@ planetaryartinsitute. org, campmeade. today.

martial arts

AIKIDO: THE WAY OF HARMONY: Cultivate core power, aerobic ﬁtness and resiliency. e dynamic, circular movements emphasize throws, joint locks and the development of internal energy. Not your average “mojo dojo casa house.” Inclusive training and a safe space for all. Scholarships and intensive program are

available for serious students. Visitors are always welcome! Basic classes 5 days/week; introductory classes begin on Tue., Jul. 2, 6 p.m. Membership rates incl. unlimited classes. Contact us for info about membership rates for adults, youths & families. Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Benjamin Pincus, 802-951-8900, bpincus@burlingtonaikido.org, burlingtonaikido.org.

massage

ABHYANGA MASSAGE TRAINING: Learn our signature one-therapist treatment, which is a set of rhythmic strokes applied in a beautiful, loving and nourishing way with the intent to open the channels of the body and release stagnant prana. You will learn the beneﬁts of oil massage, marma points and a full body routine. Fri., Aug. 9, 5-7 p.m. (incl. kitchari dinner); Sat. & Sun., Aug. 10 & 11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $495. Location: e Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, 34 Oak Hill Rd., Williston. Info: Allison Morse, 802-872-8898, info@ayurvedavermont.com, ayurvedavermont.com.

shamanism

APPRENTICESHIP IN SHAMANISM: Rare opportunity to apprentice locally in a shamanic tradition. To read and learn about this offering, go to heartofthehealer.org. For more details, including cost, location and times, please email thomas.mock1444@gmail. com or text 802-369-4331. Five weekends over a year; the ﬁrst one is Sep. 20-22. Location: St. Albans. Info: 802-369-4331.

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INSTRUCTION, CASTING, INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE

Mr. White

AGE/SEX: 7-year-old neutered male

ARRIVAL DATE: May 30, 2024

SUMMARY: Originally found as a stray on White Street in South Burlington, the aptly-named Mr. White is a floofy, friendly bundle of love who has quickly charmed his way into the hearts of our staff and volunteers. is sweet dude is in need of a little TLC: he has some hair loss right now on his hind end from flea allergies but don’t fret! He is now fleafree and is on the road to an enriching, fulfilling life of being a lavish lap cat. Searching for a confident cat to share your heart and home with? Come meet Mr. White at HSCC and see if he could be your new best friend!

DOGS/CATS/KIDS: Mr. White has no known history with cats, dogs, or children, but our adoption counselors can advise on the best ways to introduce him to any new friends in your home.

Visit the Humane Society of Chittenden County at 142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. or Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 862-0135 or visit hsccvt.org for more info.

DID YOU KNOW?

Flea allergies are common in cats and dogs, but the symptoms are easily avoidable by keeping fleas away from your pets! Using a regular flea & tick preventative is the best way to protect your pets, and topical treatments are typically a better option than flea collars, which can be harmful if licked or ingested.

Humane Society of Chittenden County

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CLASSIFIEDS

housing ads: $25 (25 words) legals: 52¢/word buy this stuff: free online

services: $12 (25 words) fsbos: $45 (2 weeks, 30 words, photo) jobs: michelle@sevendaysvt.com, 865-1020 x121

print deadline: Mondays at 3:30 p.m. post ads online 24/7 at: sevendaysvt.com/classiﬁeds questions?

TRANSPORTATION

on the road

MOTORCYCLES

2009 HARLEY SPORTSTER

1200 cc Harley Sportster custom, $5,000. Excellent condition, 12K miles. Detachable faring, custom seat, saddlebags. Call or text 802-373-6487.

CARS/TRUCKS

2003 VW BEETLE

1.8 turbo-charged limited edition. Auto., red exterior w/ black & red interior, sunroof, CD player. Inspected, 240K miles. $1,500/OBO. Call Marc, 802-985-5683.

housing

HOUSEMATES

LOVELY SWANTON HOMESHARE

Homeshare in Swanton w/ a bright, active 85-year-old woman in lovely 1-story home. $0 rent w/ contribution toward utils. in exchange for companionship & light, practical help around the house. Small grand-dog spends days visiting. Mediumsize BR w/ private BA. NS, no pets. Call 802-863-5625 or visit homesharevermont. org for application. Interview, refs. & background checks req. EHO.

SKI-CENTRIC STOWE SHARE

Enjoy large, furnished BR/private BA in ski-centric Stowe home within walking distance of Stowe

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village. Zero rent/utils. in exchange for safety presence, occasional companionship & a few small household tasks. No substance use, no additional pets. Call 802-863-5625 or visit homesharevermont. org for application.

Interview, refs. & background checks req. EHO.

ADDISON COUNTY AWAITS

Share Cornwall home w/ lovely views w/ senior gentleman who enjoys classical music & reading. Negotiable rent dependent on cooking several evening meals/ week & lending a hand around the house/ yard. Private BA. Call 802-863-5625 or visit homesharevermont. org for application. Interview, refs. & background checks req. EHO.

STUNNING CALAIS HOMESHARE

Share large, beautifully handcrafted home in Calais w/ lovely couple seeking strong individual w/ chain saw skills & help w/ housecleaning, ﬁrewood stacking, gardening & some pet sitting (cats & ﬁ sh). $450 all incl. No additional pets, NS. Call 802-863-5625 or visit homesharevermont. org for application. Interview, refs. & background checks req. EHO.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 and similar Vermont statutes which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitations, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, handicap, presence of minor children in the family or receipt of public assistance, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or a discrimination. The newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate, which is in violation of the law. Our

readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. Any home seeker who feels he or she has encountered discrimination should contact:

HUD Ofﬁce of Fair Housing 10 Causeway St., Boston, MA 02222-1092 (617) 565-5309 — OR — Vermont Human Rights Commission 14-16 Baldwin St. Montpelier, VT 05633-0633 1-800-416-2010 hrc@vermont.gov

FSBO $505,000 6 rooms, 1.5 baths, porch, deck with wooded view. 1903 Brand Farm Drive, South Burlington, VT. 802-985-9743 for sale by owner FSBO

OFFICE/ COMMERCIAL

GROW SPACE IN N. HYDE PARK

Purchase a currently licensed, indoor, turnkey tier 1 or 2 grow space. $120,000. For details, see online classiﬁed ad, email sevenleafgeneticsvt@ gmail.com or call Joe at 802-272-6716.

OFFICE/RETAIL SPACE AT MAIN STREET LANDING on Burlington’s waterfront. Beautiful, healthy, affordable spaces for your business. Visit mainstreetlanding.com

FSBO $808,000 Mountain Views, 10+ acres, 3-4 bed rooms, 3.5 baths, amazing timber frame porch, gardens, hiking trails, end of road privacy, perfect for nature lovers, entrepreneurs, artists - Westford, Underhill. 802-825-8227 for sale by owner FSBO

ser vices BIZ OPPS

FCF CONSTRUCTION GRANTS

First Children’s Finance announces a grant program that supports planning activities for future childcare

construction projects. If you’re a vendor, email vtgrants@ ﬁrstchildrensﬁ nance. org to apply.

at 802-318-5664. Fee is $25/meeting.

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HOME/GARDEN

HEALTH/ WELLNESS

OZEMPIC SUPPORT GROUP

Starting a support group for people using Ozempic. Come & share your experiences. Offered in the conference room at Bluewater Center, Shelburne, Vt. Signs will be posted. Tue. & u. beginning Jul. 9, 6-7 p.m. For info, contact Cynthia Taylor MA, psychotherapist,

BATH & SHOWER UPDATES

In as little as 1 day! Affordable prices. No payments for 18 mos. Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & military discounts avail. Call 1-866-370-2939. (AAN CAN)

PEST CONTROL

Protect your home from pests safely & affordably. Roaches, bedbugs, rodents, termites, spiders & other pests. Locally owned &

affordable. Call for service or an inspection today! 1-833-237-1199. (AAN CAN)

MOVING/HAULING

MARKOSKI’S MOVE & HAUL

Started in Aug. 2023, Markoski’s has quickly established a reputation for being a team of friendly professionals who treat their customers like family. Based out of Chittenden County, we go across Vermont & out of state. Contact Rick at rickmarkoski@ gmail.com. Jobs posted weekly on Facebook!

BOOKKEEPING SERVICES! Efﬁ cient

Show and tell. View and post up to 6 photos per ad online. Open 24/7/365. Post & browse ads at your convenience.

CALCOKU BY JOSH REYNOLDS

DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: ★★★

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DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: ★★

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Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers one to nine. e same numbers cannot be repeated in a row or column.

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PETS

F1 GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES

Rare color variations. Parents are genetically cleared. Vet checked, up to date on shots, family raised. Ready for new homes mid-July. Call or text 802-309-7780.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

YARD SALE

Sat. & Sun., Jun. 29 & 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Black Hills Angus Farm, 754 Hinman Rd., Glover. Kayaks, furniture, equine tack, cookware, camping gear, coolers & much more. Info, dclark11@myfairpoint. net.

ESTATE SALE JUN. 29

We’re moving! Most of the items in the house are being sold. ey’re all in great condition, w/ some new items. Sat, Jun. 29, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 85 High Rock Rd., Hinesburg.

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

HOME & BATHROOM

Bath vanity w/ marble sink & new faucet, 37” x 22” x 30”. $99. Call or text 540-226-4478.

WANT TO BUY

MEN’S WATCHES WANTED

Men’s sport watches wanted. Rolex, Breitling, Omega, Patek Philippe, Here, Daytona, GMT, Submariner & Speedmaster. Paying cash for qualiﬁ ed watches. Call 888320-1052. (AAN CAN)

PORSCHE WANTED Old & rusty OK! Don’t ship to Germany; keep in Vermont! I’ll buy anything & restore. Parts, panels, engines, cars. Any year, 1950-1998. Contact 802-391-0882.

TOP CASH FOR OLD GUITARS

1920-1980 Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker, Prairie State, D’Angelico & Stromberg + Gibson mandolins & banjos. Call 877-589-0747. (AAN CAN)

PUZZLE

INSTRUCTION

BAGPIPE & DRUM BAND

e Red Clover

Highlanders are looking for new students for Highland bagpipe

& drumming. No experience required. Free classes start in Jul. Email redcloverpb@ gmail.com.

STUDIO/ REHEARSAL

VERMONT MUSIC LAB

Fully equipped recording studio & backlined rehearsal spaces booking now. For rates or to schedule a visit, contact info@vtmusiclab.com or connect w/ us on Instagram @vtmusiclab for more details.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF WINOOSKI UNIFIED LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS

In accordance with 24 V.S.A § 4415 and § 4444, the Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 15, 2024, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public interested in participating in this hearing can do so by attending in person at Winooski City Hall, 27 West Allen Street, Winooski, VT; or electronically by visiting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84364849328; or by calling (646) 558 8656 and using Webinar ID: 843 6484 9328. Toll charges may apply Amendments to the Uniﬁ ed Land Use and Development Regulations

• Section 2.3 - Applicability

• Section 2.4 - Land Use Table

• Section 2.5 - Dimensional Requirements Table

• Section 2.6 - Residential A, “R-A”

• Section 2.7 - Residential B, “R-B”

• Section 2.8 - Residential C, “R-C”

• Section 2.9 - Central Business District, “C-1”

• Section 2.10 - General Commercial, “C-2”

• Section 2.11 - Downtown Core, “DC”

• Section 2.13 - Industrial, “I”

• Section 2.14 - Public, “P”

• Section 3.2 - Uses

• Section 3.3 - Dimensional Standards

• Section 3.6 - Parking

• Section 3.7 - Zoning Permits in the Downtown Core

• Section 4.2 - Access, Driveways, Roads, and Circulation

• Section 4.3 - Conversion or Change of Use

• Section 4.12 - Parking

• Article V - All Sections except Section 5.6

• Article IX - Deﬁ nitions

• Appendix B - Form Based Code Part 4

• Appendix B - Form Based Code Part 6

• Appendix B - Form Based Code Part 8

Statement of Purpose: e purpose of these amendments are as follows:

Section 2.3 – Establishes a new subpart F to clarify the number of primary structures on a property.

Section 2.4 – Updates multiple sections of the use table for consistency with state statute and internal consistency with the regulations.

Section 2.5 – Updates the dimensional requirements including minimum lot size, setbacks, and building heights

Section 2.6 – Updates the purpose statement for the district.

Section 2.7 – Updates the purpose statement for the district.

Section 2.8 – Updates the purpose statement for the district.

Section 2.9 – Updates the purpose statement for the district.

Section 2.10 – Updates the purpose statement for the district.

Section 2.11 – Updates the purpose statement for the district.

Section 2.13 – Corrects table references.

Section 2.14 – Updates the purpose statement for the district and corrects table references.

Section 3.2 – Updates the list of uses for internal consistency.

Section 3.3 – Clariﬁ es the method to determine street grade for establishing building heights.

Section 3.6 – Eliminates parking minimums for speciﬁ c uses and adds requirements for bicycle parking.

Section 3.7 – Clariﬁ es the application requirements for zoning permits in the Downtown Core Zoning District.

Section 4.2 – Adds new subparts to clarify encroachment for existing driveways serving multi-unit and non-residential properties.

Section 4.3 – Adds provisions exempting speciﬁ c uses from needing a zoning permit.

Section 4.12 – Provides updates for consistency with state statute and internal document consistency.

Article V – Updates and clariﬁ es all sections of this article except Section 5.6.

Article IX – Adds new deﬁ nitions for consistency with state statute and amends several existing deﬁ nitions.

Appendix B

Form Based Code Part 4 – Updates several sections for consistency with state statute.

Appendix B

Form Based Code Part 6 – Updates several sections for clariﬁ cation and internal consistency.

Appendix B

Form Based Code Part 8 – Removes language related to affordable housing.

Geographic Area Affected: e proposed amendments will apply to the entire City including all zoning districts.

Section Headings Impacted: e following speciﬁ c updates are included with these amendments:

Section 2.3 – Adds a new Subpart F to clarify that each lot in the City’s Residential Zoning Districts (R-A, R-B, and R-C) shall have one primary or principal structure unless the property is conﬁgured as a Planned Unit Development.

Section 2.4 – Updates the land use table to add new uses and proposes editorial changes to existing uses for consistency with other sections of the code. is includes deleting the use of “Detached Cottage”, amending text for the uses of “Group Home”, “Retail Sales, Neighborhood Commercial”, “Restaurant, Café”, and “Daycare Facility”, and adds new uses for “Multi-Unit Dwelling (5+ Units)”, “Family Child Care Facility” and “Family Child Care Home”. e footnotes are also amended and updated to correct conﬂicts with statute. Deﬁ nitions are added to clarify the meaning of “P”, “CU” and “P/CU”.

Section 2.5 – e dimensional table has been completely revised and separated into two tables; one for primary structure and one for accessory structure. Minimum lot sizes, setbacks, and dimensions have been updated to reﬂ ect conditions on the ground in most zoning districts. is change also clariﬁ es the overall building height for accessory structures as a percentage

of the primary structure with additional relief for accessory dwelling units.

Section 2.6 – Expands the purpose statement for the R-A zoning district to include references to densities and uses.

Section 2.7 – Expands the purpose statement for the R-B zoning district to include references to densities and uses.

Section 2.8 – Expands the purpose statement for the R-C zoning district to include references to densities and uses.

Section 2.9 – Includes editorial changes for high-density.

Section 2.10 – Expands the purpose statement for the C-2 zoning district to clarify that multiunit developments may be included in this district.

Section 2.11 – Includes editorial changes in the purpose statement for high-density and mixed uses.

Section 2.13 – Updates section references for permitted and conditional uses in Section 2.4 and Section 2.5

Section 2.14 – Clarifies the properties that are included in this zoning district under the purpose statement and updates section references for permitted and conditional uses in Section 2.4 and Section 2.5

Section 3.2 – Updates the permitted uses list for consistency of terminology. This specifically applies to the use of “Child care facilities” and “Hotels, motels, inns, and bed and breakfasts”.

Section 3.3 – Clarifies Subpart C.2 to provide additional detail on the determination of building heights when Street Grade Level is used to establish the overall height. New language is added when buildings front on multiple public streets.

Section 3.6 – Parking minimums have been updated for consistency with state statute related to residential dwellings. This change also eliminates minimum parking requirements for all uses except residential uses and lodging establishments. Editorial changes are also included in Subpart D, as well as the removal of Subparts E and F. A new Subpart E is included to require minimum parking for bicycles. This section is consistent with bicycle parking regulations as included in Section 4.12.

Section 3.7 – Includes editorial changes to clarify the process for zoning applications in the Downtown Core Zoning District and what documents need to be submitted with the application. Also includes a new Subpart E.3 to clarify when a zoning permit is needed.

Section 4.2 – Adds language to Subpart F related to encroachment of existing driveways serving multiunit or non-residential driveways for clarification and interpretation of the regulations. Also clarifies the encroachment permitted by Subpart I.

Section 4.3 – Replaces language under Subpart A.1 to allow changes of use from permitted uses to other permitted uses; or conditional uses to permitted uses be done without requiring a permit if specific conditions are met. Also includes editorial changes under Subpart A.2. for clarification. Section 4.12 – Adds new language under Subpart C to clarify exemptions to maximum parking limitations. Updates use categories in the minimum vehicle and bicycle parking tables for consistency with other sections of the regulations. Reduces the minimum number of required parking spaces for residential uses consistent with state statute. Removes the dimensional standards for parking spaces under Subpart I and establishes references to Public Works Standards for these dimensional requirements.

Article V – Includes changes to all sections under Article V except Section 5.6. Changes include editorial updates and/or changes for clarification. Specific changes are as follows:

Section 5.1 includes clarifications on accessory dwelling units and where they are permitted. This section also includes regulations for nonowner-occupied properties or properties with multiple dwellings, which were previously regulated as “Detached Cottages”. This section also clarifies dimensional standards for the accessory dwelling unit.

Section 5.2 includes editorial amendments for consistency with state statute related to “Family Child Care Home”, “Family Child Care Facility”, and “Day Care Facility”. This section also includes clarification on when a zoning permit is needed.

Section 5.3 provides clarification on when the regulations apply and adds references to the Gateway Zoning District and Downtown Core Zoning District.

Section 5.4 proposes to delete all the existing text and make this section reserved for future regulations.

Section 5.5 includes clarification for where fuel sales are permitted.

Section 5.7 adds new language to clarify when a zoning permit is needed for home occupations. Section 5.8 updates references to statute and reorganizes this section. Editorial changes are also included for clarification.

Section 5.9 includes clarification for retail sales and neighborhood commercial uses including where the use is permitted. Changes also include editorial updates for clarity, removal of language that limits the number of residential uses permitted with neighborhood commercial uses, clarifies when a zoning permit is needed.

Section 5.10 updates references to the Agency of Education, and includes new language to include emergency shelters and references to other statutory language.

Section 5.11 adds language to clarify the minimum height of a fence for a swimming pool and adds language to clarify when a zoning permit is needed.

Section 5.12 creates new standards for temporary structures and exempts them from needing a zoning permit provided specific standards are met.

Section 5.13 includes editorial updates for consistency with other sections of the land use regulations.

Section 5.14 amends incentives for priority housing projects based on changes to statute. Other amendments in this section include increases in lot coverage in exchange for priority housing under various categories, creates new language for a bonus story consistent with state statute, including minimum requirements to receive the bonus story. This section also includes a new incentive related to administrative review of projects that include priority housing that is offered for sale.

Section 5.15 includes an updated reference to a map included in Article X.

Article IX – Includes new definitions consistent with state statute for “affordable housing development” and “emergency shelter”; and new definitions for multi-unit dwellings with five or more dwellings; family childcare facility; principal use; property; and front yard. Multiple editorial changes have been included for various definitions to include consistency with state statute, consistency with other sections of the regulations, or for clarification of when or how the definition should and could be used.

Appendix B - Form Based Code Part 4 – Deletes a reference to a bonus story provision for affordable housing and includes a new reference to Section 5.14 that includes new language on bonus stories. Also updates Section 406 related to minimum lot size requirements, and allowable uses for consistency with Section 2.4 and state statutes. Also clarifies that properties in the Detached Frontage Building Form Standard are eligible for an accessory dwelling unit.

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Appendix B - Form Based Code Part 6 – Includes clarification for Section 604 related to roofs and parapets. Specifically provides information on roof configurations and techniques; and updates the standards for when an attic story is exempt from the overall building height requirements. Section 604 also includes organizational amendments for clarity. Section 607 is updated to include standards for lighting related to signs, and other editorial and organizational standards. Section 608 is amended to include clarification on what mechanical equipment may be permitted in the street space and under what circumstances. This section also includes organizational and editorial changes for clarity.

Appendix B - Form Based Code Part 8 – Deletes standards previously included for affordable housing related to the bonus story as included under Section 804.H

The full text of these amendments is available at the Winooski City Hall, 27 West Allen Street, during normal business hours or by contacting Eric Vorwald, AICP, Director of City Planning by calling 802.655.6410 or evorwald@winooskivt.gov.

STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT CIVIL DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT

CASE NO. 24-CV-02320 IN RE: ABANDONED MOBILE HOME OF RICHARD G. GILLILAN

NOTICE OF HEARING

A hearing on Woodland Shores Park, RLLP’s Verified Complaint to declare abandoned the mobile home of Richard G. Gillilan, located at Woodland Shores Park, Lot #1, 75 Hickory Lane in Colchester, Vermont to authorize the transfer without a public auction, or in the alternative, approving the sale of the mobile home at a public auction to be held within 15 days of the date of judgment if the home is found fit for habitation, has been set for July 8, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. You may participate in the hearing either in person at the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Unit, Civil Division located at 175 Main Street in Burlington, Vermont or remotely via WEBEX video. The WEBEX Login Information is as follows:

App: Cisco Webex Meeting Website: https://vtcourts.webex.com Meeting Number: 129 647 6521 Password: CIVIL2

If you do not have a computer or sufficient bandwidth, you may call (802) 636-1108 to appear by phone. (This is not a tollfree number). When prompted enter the meeting ID number listed above, followed by the pound symbol (#). You will be prompted to enter your attendee number (which you do not have). Instead, press pound (#). If you have technical difficulties, call the Court at (802) 863-3467.

Date: June 14, 2024 Michael Stobb, Judicial Assistant VERIFIED COMPLAINT

NOW COMES, Woodland Shores Park, RLLP by and through their attorneys, Bennett & Zaikowski, P.C., and hereby makes this their complaint:

1. Woodland Shores Park, RLLP (“Woodland”) is a Vermont registered Limited Liability Partnership which is the record owner of a mobile home park known as Woodland Shores Park, located in the Town of Colchester, Vermont (“the Park”).

2. Richard G. Gillilan (“Gillilan”) is the owner of a certain mobile home, described as a 1979 Skyline Homette Dlx, 14’x 70’ with a serial number of 0316-0531 (the “Mobile Home”), located on a lot at the Park. Exhibit 1.

3. Upon information and belief, Gillilan is deceased as of ¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬May 2018. Exhibit 2.

4. The last known mailing address for “Gillilan” is 75 Hickory Lane, Lot#1, Colchester, VT 05446

5. “Gillilan” leased a lot in the Park from Woodland under the terms of a Lease Agreement and occupied the mobile home lot known as 75 Hickory Lane, Lot #1, Colchester, VT 05446. Exhibit 3.

6. The mobile home has been abandoned. The last known resident at the mobile home was Richard G. Gillilan.

7. The following security interests, mortgages, liens and encumbrances appear of record with respect to the mobile home:

a. Upon information and belief, there may be arrears on obligations to pay property taxes to the Town of Colchester, Vermont.

8. Upon information and belief, the mobile home is unfit for human habitation due to the following issues:

a. The home was not winterized and has gone through multiple winters not being winterized.

b. When a home is not properly winterized, the plumbing systems and heating systems freeze and break. The water has been turned off to the home;

c. The home has been unoccupied for 6 years. Given the age of the home and lack of winterization the home would not be habitable.

d. The water has been turned off to the home; e. The oil tank is empty and there is no heat in the home;

f. Electrical service has been disconnected since 2018;

9. Plaintiff has been unable to completely inspect the interior of the home, all observations are from an exterior inspection and from prior knowledge of the home.

10. The last known employer of “Gillilan” is unknown.

11. Uriah Wallace is a person disinterested in the mobile home or mobile home park who is able to sell the mobile home at a public auction.

12. Lot rent has not been paid since May 2018 and the outstanding amount owed is $32,212.00 through June 2024 and is based on the following amounts:

• 2018 - $3,940.00 owed

• 2019 - $4,764.00 owed ($397 x 12)

• 2020 - $4,944.00 owed ($412 x 12)

• 2021- $4,944.00 owed ($412 x 12)

• 2022 - $5,160.00 owed ($430 x 12)

• 2023 - $5,580.00 owed ($465 x 12)

• 2024 - $2,880.00 owed to date ($480 x 6)

13. Woodland sent written notice to the Town Clerk of the Town of Colchester on April 10, 2024, of Plaintiffs’ intent to commence this action. See copy of certified letter to Julie Graeter dated April 10, 2024, attached as Exhibit 4.

14. Woodland sent written notice to the Delinquent Tax Collector of the Town of Colchester on April 10, 2024, of Plaintiffs’ intent to commence this action. See copy of certified letter to Julie Graeter dated April 10, 2024, attached as Exhibit 4.

15. Woodland sent written notice to Interested Person, Julie Morin on April 10, 2024 of Plaintiff’s intent to commence this action. See Copy of Certified letter to Julie Morin dated April 10, 2024, attached as Exhibit 5.

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that the Honorable Court enter an order in Plaintiff’s favor as follows:

1. Declaring that the mobile home has been abandoned and is unfit for habitation;

2. Granting judgment in favor of Plaintiff and against the mobile homeowner for past due and unpaid rent through the date of judgment, together with Plaintiff’s court costs, publication and mailing costs, and Plaintiff’s counsel fees incurred in connection with this matter.

3. Approving transfer of the Mobile Home to Woodland Shores Park, RLLP pursuant to 10 V.S.A. §6249(i). In the alternative to (3) if the home is found fit for human habitation, approving the sale of the mobile home at a public auction to be held within 15 days of the date of judgment, pursuant to 10 V.S.A. §6249(h).

Dated: June 12, 2024

WOODLAND SHORES PARK , RLLP By: Angela N. Zaikowski Attorney for Woodland

Legal Notices

I declare that the above statements are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that if the above statement is false, I will be subject to the penalty of perjury.

June 5, 2024 BY:

Dieter Mulac

Duly authorized agent for Woodland

STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT

PROBATE DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT

DOCKET NO.: 23-PR-05389

In re ESTATE of Nancy M. Lagasse

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

To the creditors of: Nancy M. Lagasse, late of Williston, Vermont.

I have been appointed to administer this estate. All creditors having claims against the decedent or the estate must present their claims in writing within four (4) months of the date of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy sent to the Court. The claim may be barred forever if it is not presented within the four (4) month period.

Dated: June 17, 2024

Signature of Fiduciary: /s/ Bryant Lagasse Executor/Administrator: Byrant Lagasse, CoExecutor/Administrator, 61 Bluff Street, Riverside, RI 02915

phone: 774-261-0324

/s/ Brennan Lagasse Co-Executor/Administrator

7017 10th Ave Tahoma, CA 96142 phone: 508-769-0006

c/o Atkins Law Offices, P.C. Thomas Atkins, Esq., 50 Lakeside Ave., Burlington, VT 05401

Name of Publication: Seven Days Publication Date: June 26, 2024

Name of Probate Court: State of VermontChittenden Probate Division

Address of Probate Court: 175 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401

ACT 250 NOTICE

MINOR APPLICATION 4C0677-4F 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001 - 6111

Application 4C0677-4F from TSH Holdco, LLC, 97 Executive Drive, Shelburne, VT 05482 was received on December 1, 2023 and deemed complete on June 18, 2024. The project is generally described as construction of a 6,200 square foot addition to an existing 20,309 square foot, twostory food processing facility, along with associated site improvements located on a 2.49 acre parcel (Lot 3) in the Shelburne Business Park. The project is located at 97 Executive Drive in Shelburne, Vermont. The application may be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s website (http://nrb. vermont.gov) by clicking “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “4C0677-4F.”

No hearing will be held and a permit will be issued unless, on or before July 12, 2024, a party notifies the District 4 Commission in writing of an issue requiring a hearing, or the Commission sets the matter for a hearing on its own motion. Any person as defined in 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(1) may request a hearing. Any hearing request must be in writing, must state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required, and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other person eligible for party status under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(1)(E) must include a petition for party status under the Act 250 Rules. To request party status and a hearing, fill out the Party Status Petition Form on the Board’s website: https://nrb. vermont.gov/documents/party-status-petitionform, and email it to the District 4 Office at: NRB.

PLACE AN AFFORDABLE NOTICE AT: SEVENDAYSVT.COM/LEGAL-NOTICES OR CALL 802-865-1020, EXT. 142.

Act250Essex@vermont.gov. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law may not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing.

For more information contact Stephanie H. Monaghan at the address or telephone number below.

Dated this June 19, 2024.

By: Stephanie H. Monaghan

District Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 802-261-1944

stephanie.monaghan@vermont.gov

STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT PROBATE DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT DOCKET NO.: 23-PR-02130

In re ESTATE of Gordon F Weir

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

To the creditors of: Gordon F Weir, late of South Burlington, VT.

Dated: June 19, 2024

Signature of Fiduciary: /s/ Paul R. Morwood, Esq.

Executor/Administrator: Paul R. Morwood, Esq., 333 Dorset St., South Burlington, VT 05403 phone: 802-862-2135 email: morwood.paul@gmail.com

Name of Publication: Seven Days Publication Date: 06/26/2024

Name of Probate Court: State of VermontChittenden Probate Division Address of Probate Court: 175 Main Street , Burlington, VT 05401

STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT CIVIL DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT CASE NO. 24-CV-02368

IN RE: ABANDONED MOBILE HOME OF JUSTIN PERKINS & JESSICA CROSS

NOTICE OF HEARING

A hearing on Ship Sevin, LLC’s Verified Complaint to declare as abandoned and uninhabitable the mobile home of Justin Perkins & Jessica Cross located at the Triple L Mobile Home Park, Lot #39, 137 Hillview Terrace in Hinesburg, Vermont has been set for July 3, 2024 at 10:45 a.m. You may participate in the hearing either in person at the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Unit, Civil Division located at 175 Main Street in Burlington, Vermont or remotely via WEBEX video. The WEBEX Login Information is as follows: App: Cisco Webex Meeting Website: https://vtcourts.webex.com Meeting Number: 129 647 6521 Password: CIVIL2

Date: June 14, 2024 Michael Stobb, Judicial Assistant

VERIFIED COMPLAINT FOR ABANDONMENT

PURSUANT TO 10 V.S.A. § 6249(i) (Uninhabitable)

NOW COMES Ship Sevin, LLC (“Ship Sevin”), by and through its Counsel Nadine L. Scibek, and hereby complains pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6249(i) as follows:

1. Ship Sevin, a Vermont limited liability company with a principal place of business in South Burlington, County of Chittenden, State of Vermont, is the record owner of a mobile home park known as the Triple L Mobile Home Park (the “Park”), located in the Town of Hinesburg, Vermont.

2. Justin Perkins (“Perkins”) and Jessica Cross (“Cross”) are the record owners of a certain mobile home described as a 1986 Commodore Nova, bearing Serial #CK11932A (the “Mobile Home”) located at the Triple L Mobile Home Park, Lot #39, 137 Hillview Terrace in Hinesburg, Vermont according to the Town of Hinesburg Land Records. See attached Bill of Sale.

3. Perkins & Cross leased a lot in the Park from Ship Sevin pursuant to a written lease. Perkins & Cross paid Ship Sevin a security deposit of $365.00. See attached Lease.

4. Perkins & Cross’s last known mailing address is 137 Hillview Terrace, Hinesburg, VT 05461.

5. The mobile home has been abandoned and is empty. The last known residents of the mobile home were Perkins & Cross. All of Perkins & Cross’s personal property is believed to have been removed from the mobile home and utility services have been terminated. On April 23, 2024, the Park’s Counsel communicated with Perkins & Cross with respect to their intentions with their mobile home. Ship Sevin received no response. See attached.

6. Perkins & Cross were evicted from the Park for nonpayment of rent on or about February 15, 2024 by the Chittenden County Sheriff’s Department. The mobile home has been vacant since that time. The Court issued a Judgment and Writ of Possession to Ship Sevin on December 21, 2023. See Ship Sevin, LLC v. Perkins, et. al., Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Civil Unit, Case No. 23-CV-04995. See attached.

7. The following security interests, mortgages, liens and encumbrances appear of record with respect to the mobile home:

a. Perkins & Cross are in arrears on obligations to pay property taxes to the Town of Hinesburg, Vermont in the aggregate amount of $1,293.60, plus interest and penalties. See attached copy of Tax Bill and Delinquent Tax Report.

b. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $1,424.80, issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 693-2-13 Cncr dated September 10, 2013 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 267. See attached Judgment.

c. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $65.00, issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 882-3-14 Cncr dated August 12, 2015 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 268. See attached Judgment.

d. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $20.00, issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 882-3-14 Cncr dated August 12, 2015 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 269. See attached Judgment.

e. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $150.00, issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 776-3-14 Cncr dated August 12, 2015 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 270. See attached Judgment.

f. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $200.00, issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 776-3-14 Cncr dated August 12, 2015 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 271. See attached Judgment.

g. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $500.00, issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 5354-12-13 Cncr dated August 12, 2015 and recorded in the

Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 272. See attached Judgment.

h. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $250.00 issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 884-3-14 Cncr dated April 26, 2016 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 273. See attached Judgment.

i. Restitution Judgment Order in the amount of $6,255.76 issued by the Vermont Superior Court, Chittenden Criminal Division in the matter of State of Vermont v. Perkins, Case No. 2867-8-17 Cncr dated March 25, 2019 and recorded in the Hinesburg Land Records in Book 273, Page 274. See attached Judgment.

8. Mobile home storage fees continue to accrue at the rate of $437.00 per month. Rent/ storage fees due Ship Sevin through June, 2024 total $2,896.06. Attorney’s fees and court costs incurred by Ship Sevin currently exceed $2,000.00.

9. Ship Sevin sent written notice by certified mail to the Town of Hinesburg on May 15, 2024 of its intent to commence this action. See attached.

10. The mobile home is uninhabitable. Cynthia Whitham, Property Manager, will testify under oath as to the poor and unlivable condition of this mobile home at the abandonment hearing.

WHEREFORE, Ship Sevin respectfully requests that the Honorable Court enter an order as follows:

1. Declare that the mobile home has been abandoned;

2. Transfer the mobile home which is unfit for human habitation to the Park owner without a public auction so that it may be removed and disposed of accordingly.

3. Order pursuant to 10 V.S.A. § 6249(j) that the mobile home and any security deposit paid be conveyed to the Park Owner in “as is” condition, and free from all liens and other encumbrances of record.

DATED June 14, 2024.

SHIP SEVIN, LLC

BY: Nadine L. Scibek Attorney for Ship Sevin

I declare that the above statement is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that if the above statement is false, I will be subject to the penalty of perjury or other sanctions in the discretion of the Court.

June 14, 2024 BY: Cynthia Whitham Duly Authorized Agent for Ship Sevin

NOTICE OF CHANGE IN LOBBY HOURS

Effective July 1, 2024, the Burlington Housing Authority 65 Main Street Lobby will be closed on Fridays for in-person service. This change is being made to improve administrative efficiency. The main office will be open for in-person service Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

WILLIAM WRIGHT DISINTERMENT

June 14th, 2024

This notice serves to inform of Loretta Wright’s (son Kevin Wright) intent to disinter the cremated remains of William G. Wright from his current plot to the recently purchased plot both located in Lakeview Cemetery Burlington, VT. Any family member, town cemetery commissioner or other authority responsible for cemeteries in the municipality can object to the proposed removal by filing a complaint in probate court.

TOWN OF ESSEX PLANNING COMMISSION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

JULY 11, 2024, 6:30 PM

Hybrid & In Person (Municipal Conference Room, 81 Main St., Essex Jct.) Meeting. Anyone may attend this meeting in person at the above address or remotely through the following options: Zoom link: https://www.essexvt. org/1043/Join-Zoom-Meeting-Essex-PC Call (audio only): 1-888-788-0099 | Meeting ID: 923 7777 6158 # | Passcode: 426269 | Public wifi is

available at the Essex municipal offices, libraries, and hotspots listed here: https://publicservice.vermont.gov/content/ public-wifi-hotspots-vermont

1. Final Plan Amendment – Joseph Baker is requesting a Final Plan Amendment to shift the approved building envelope due to a large ledge outcrop. The property is located at 33 Hanley Lane, Parcel ID 2-016-005-003, in the Conservation (C1) District.

Application materials may be viewed before the meeting at https://www.essexvt.org/182/ Current-Development-Applications. Please call 802-878-1343 or email

COMMUNITY-DEVELOPMENT@ESSEX.ORG with any questions. This may not be the final order in which items will be heard. Please view the complete Agenda, at https://essexvt.portal.civicclerk.com or the office notice board before the hearing for the order in which items will be heard and other agenda items.

STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT

PROBATE DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT

DOCKET NO.: 24-PR-02190

In re ESTATE of Robert T. Carrigan

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

To the creditors of: Robert T. Carrigan, late of Shelburne.

Dated: June 20, 2024

Signature of Fiduciary: /s/ John Carrigan

Executor/Administrator: John Carrigan

c/o Glenn A. Jarrett

Jarrett | Hoyt 1795 Williston Rd., Suite 125, South Burlington, VT 05403 phone: 802-864-5951 email: glenn@vtelaw.com

Name of Publication: Seven Days Publication Date: 06/26/2024

Name of Probate Court: State of VermontChittenden Probate Division

Address of Probate Court: 175 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

RICHMOND PLANNING COMMISSION

PURSUANT TO 24 V.S.A. §§4441 (d) AND §4444 (a) (b), the Town of Richmond Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 7:00 pm, in the Richmond Town Center Meeting Room at 203 Bridge Street as well as remotely via zoom to receive comment regarding proposed zoning amendments:

PURPOSE: To modify the Richmond Zoning Regulations (RZR) to include a revision to §2.3, Zoning District Map, newly proposed zoning districts denoted as the Village Residential Neighborhood North (§3.11), and Village Residential Neighborhood South (§3.12) as well the introduction of a new clarifying section to align with Act 47, §6.14 - Residential Density. Additional revisions are also proposed to the current §6.1 - Parking and Loading, §6.13 - Multi-Family Housing Development Standards, and §7, Definitions of the Richmond Zoning Regulations. The new zoning districts, §§3.11 and 3.12, Village Residential Neighborhood North and Village Residential Neighborhood South have a primary emphasis on moderate residential development to the north and south of the Winooski River that are within walkable proximity to the services and amenities of the center of Richmond Village. The changes proposed to §6.1, Parking and Loading are revised to align with Act 47 and §6.13, Multi-Family Housing Development Standards are revised to clarify requirements to standards of living and enhance the appearance and quality of neighborhoods. These revisions will affect any lot within Richmond that proposes to develop according to these sections.

GEOGRAPHIC AREA AFFECTED: Any parcel/s proposing development within the boundaries of the proposed new districts, all parcels required to abide by the Parking and Loading requirements and all parcels associated with multi-family development within the boundaries of the Town of Richmond.

SECTION HEADINGS: §3.11, Village Residential Neighborhood North, §3.12, Village Neighborhood South, §6.1, Parking and Loading, §6.13, Multifamily Development Standards, §6.14, Residential Density, and §7, Definitions.

The full text of the proposed zoning amendments is available for inspection online at www.richmondvt. gov or at the Richmond Town Center located at 203 Bridge Street during regular business hours. For more information, please contact the Richmond

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A CIRCLE OF PARENTS FOR SINGLE MOTHERS

Please join our parent-led online support group designed to share our questions, concerns & struggles, as well as our resources & successes!

Contribute to our discussion of the unique but shared experience of parenting. We will be meeting weekly on Fri., 10-11 a.m. For more info or to register, please contact Heather at hniquette@pcavt.org, 802-498-0607, pcavt.org/ family-support-programs.

A CIRCLE OF PARENTS W/ LGBTQ+ CHILDREN

Please join our parent-led online support group designed to share our questions, concerns &

Planning and Zoning Office at 802 336-2289 or koborne@richmondvt.gov.

BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2024, 5:00 PM PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Hybrid & In Person (at 645 Pine Street) Meeting Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83225696227? pwd=SGQ0bTdnS000Wkc3c2J4WWw1dzMxUT09

Webinar ID: 832 2569 6227

Passcode: 969186

Telephone: US +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799

1. ZP-24-243; 165 Shelburne Street (RC, Ward 5) Champlain Housing Trust, Inc. / Donal Dugan Proposed change of use from hotel to 30 bed warming shelter with associated site improvements.

2. ZP-24-150; 953 North Avenue (RC, Ward 4) Harry Barton III / Mary Cannizzaro-Barton Proposed home occupation for dog grooming and related driveway alteration.

Plans may be viewed upon request by contacting the Department of Permitting & Inspections between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Participation in the DRB proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal. Please note that ANYTHING submitted to the Zoning office is considered public and cannot be kept confidential. This may not be the final order in which items will be heard. Please view final Agenda, at www.burlingtonvt.gov/dpi/drb/agendas or the office notice board, one week before the hearing for the order in which items will be heard.

The City of Burlington will not tolerate unlawful harassment or discrimination on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, crime victim status or genetic information. The City is also committed to providing proper access to services, facilities, and employment opportunities. For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at (802) 540-2505.

STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT PROBATE DIVISION CHITTENDEN UNIT DOCKET NO.: 24-PR-03634

In re ESTATE of Sandra L. Barrett

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS@SEVENDAYSVT.COM OR 802-865-1020 EXT. 115 TO UPDATE YOUR SUPPORT GROUP

To the creditors of: Sandra L. Barrett, late of Milton, VT.

Dated: June 24, 2024

Signature of Fiduciary: /s/ Krista Mashrick

Executor/Administrator: Krista Mashrick, c/o Corey F. Wood, Esq., Essex Junction, VT 05452 phone: 802-879-6304 email: cwood@bpflegal.com

Name of Publication: Seven Days Publication Date: 06/26/24

Name of Probate Court: State of VermontChittenden Probate Division

Address of Probate Court: 175 Main Street , Burlington, VT 05401

NOTICE OF SELF-STORAGE LIEN SALE VITAL SELF STORAGE - FAIRFAX

64 HARVEST ROAD FAIRFAX, VT 05454

Notice is hereby given that the contents of the self-storage units listed below will be sold at public auction by sealed bid. This sale is being held to collect unpaid storage unit occupancy fees, charges, and expenses of the sale. The entire contents of each self-storage unit listed below will be sold, with the proceeds to be distributed to Vital Self Storage for all accrued occupancy fees (rent charges), late payment fees, sale expenses, and all other expenses in relation to the unit and its sale.

Contents of each unit may be viewed on July 10th, commencing at 10:00 am. Sealed bids are to be submitted on the entire contents of each selfstorage unit. Bids will be opened one half hour after the last unit has been viewed on June 10th. The highest bidder on the storage unit must remove the entire contents of the unit within 48 hours after notification of their successful bid. Purchase must be made in cash and paid in advance of the removal of the contents of the unit. A $50 cash deposit shall be made and will be refunded if the unit is broom cleaned. Vital Self Storage reserves the right to accept or reject bids.

The contents of the following tenant’s self-storage units will be included in this sale:

Xain DeMont, Unit 233

struggles, as well as our resources & successes!

Contribute to our discussion of the unique but shared experience of parenting. We will be meeting weekly on Mon., 10-11 a.m. For more info or to register, please contact Heather at hniquette@pcavt.org, 802-498-0607, pcavt.org/ family-support-programs.

AL-ANON

For families & friends of alcoholics. Phone meetings, electronic meetings (Zoom) & an Al-Anon blog are avail. online at the Al-Anon website. For meeting info, go to vermontalanonalateen.org or call 866-972-5266.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Do you have a drinking problem? AA meeting sites are now open, & online meetings are also avail. Call our hotline at 802-864-1212 or check for in-person or online meetings at burlingtonaa.org.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUPS

Support groups meet to provide assistance & info on Alzheimer’s disease & related dementias. They emphasize shared experiences, emotional

support & coping techniques in care for a person living w/ Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Meetings are free & open to the public. Families, caregivers & friends may attend. Please call in advance to confirm the date & time. The Williston Caregiver Support Group meets in person on the 2nd Tue. of every mo., 5-6:30 p.m., at the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library in Williston; this meeting also has a virtual option at the same time; contact support group facilitators Molly at dugan@ cathedralsquare.org or Mindy at moondog@ burlingtontelecom.net. The Middlebury Support Group for Individuals w/ Early Stage Dementia meets the 4th Tue. of each mo., 3 p.m., at the Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd., Middlebury; contact Daniel Hamilton, dhamilton@ residenceottercreek.com or 802-989-0097. The Shelburne Support Group for Individuals w/ Early Stage Dementia meets the 1st Mon. of every mo., 2-3 p.m., at the Residence at Shelburne Bay, 185 Pine Haven Shores, Shelburne; contact support group facilitator Lydia Raymond, lraymond@ residenceshelburnebay.com. The Telephone Support Group meets the 2nd Tue. of each mo., 4-5:30 p.m. Prereg. is req. (to receive dial-in codes for toll-free call). Please dial the Alzheimer’s

Association’s 24-7 Helpline, 800-272-3900, for more info. For questions or additional support group listings, call 800-272-3900.

AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP

VT Active Amputees is a new support group open to all amputees for connection, community & support. The group meets on the 1st Wed. of the mo. in S. Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Let’s get together & be active: running, pickleball & ultimate Frisbee. Email vtactiveamputees@gmail.com or call Sue at 802-582-6750 for more info & location.

ARE YOU HAVING PROBLEMS W/ DEBT?

Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous & Business Debtor’s Anonymous. Wed., 6:30-7:30 p.m., Methodist Church in the Rainbow Room at Buell & S. Winooski, Burlington. Contact Jennifer, 917-568-6390.

Fur-ever

Seven Days Pet Memorials

E a Noel BryantWright

2008-2023

Our Dear, Sweet Ella

A year has passed since we said goodbye to you. Our home isn’t the same. We miss our walks together and your playful and curious spirit. We strive to live the way you did, with happiness, kindness, enthusiasm and, most of all, love. ank you for teaching us how to be parents, how to love something greater than ourselves. ank you for being the heart of our house during your long and beautiful life. Your pack loves and misses you every day. We carry you in our hearts.

— Love Mom, Dad and Wes

Juniper Cota

2020-2024

Gentle Giant

Juniper the Saint Bernard loved all who met her. She became part of our family at just the right time and gifted us so much joy and adventure. She left us far too early, after succumbing to Addison’s disease.

— Matt, Sarah, Davis and Molly

Support Groups

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BABY BUMPS SUPPORT GROUP FOR MOTHERS & PREGNANT WOMEN

Pregnancy can be a wonderful time of your life. But it can also be a time of stress often compounded by hormonal swings. If you are a pregnant woman, or have recently given birth & feel you need some help w/ managing emotional bumps in the road that can come w/ motherhood, please come to this free support group led by an experienced pediatric registered nurse. Held on the 2nd & 4th Tue. of every mo., 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Birthing Center, Northwestern Medical Center, St. Albans. Info: Rhonda Desrochers, Franklin County Home Health Agency, 527-7531.

BETTER BREATHERS CLUB

American Lung Association support group for people w/ breathing issues, their loved ones or caregivers. Meets on the 1st Mon. of every mo., 11 a.m.-noon at the Godnick Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. For more info, call 802-776-5508.

BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP

Vermont Center for Independent Living offers virtual monthly meetings, held on the 3rd Wed. of every mo., 1-2:30 p.m. The support group will offer valuable resources & info about brain injury. It will be a place to share experiences in a safe, secure & confidential environment. To join, email Linda Meleady at lindam@vcil.org & ask to be put on the TBI mailing list. Info: 800-639-1522.

BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR

DRAGON BOAT TEAM

Looking for a fun way to do something active & health-giving? Want to connect w/ other breast cancer survivors? Come join Dragonheart Vermont. We are a breast cancer survivor & supporter dragon boat team who paddle together in Burlington. Please contact us at info@dragonheartvermont. org for info.

BURLINGTON MEN’S PEER GROUP Tue. nights, 7-9 p.m. in Burlington. Free of charge, 30 years running. Call Neils 802-877-3742 or email neils@myfairpoint.net.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

802-233-0544 alanday88@gmail.com or Claire at 802-448-3569.

DISCOVER THE POWER OF CHOICE!

We welcome anyone, including family & friends, affected by any kind of substance or activity addiction. This is an abstinence-oriented program based on the science of addiction treatment & recovery. Meets are online Sun. at 5 p.m. at the link: meetings.smartrecovery.org/meetings/1868. Face-to-face meetings are 1st & 3rd Sun. at 3 p.m. at the Turning Point of Chittenden County. Meetings for family & friends are online on Mon. at 7 p.m. at the link: meetings/smartrecovery.org/ meetings/6337. Contact volunteer facilitator Bert at 802-399-8754 w/ questions. You can learn more at smartrecovery.org.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT

Steps to End Domestic Violence offers a weekly drop-in support group for female-identified survivors of intimate partner violence, including individuals who are experiencing or have been affected by domestic violence. The support group offers a safe, confidential place for survivors to connect w/ others, to heal & to recover. In support group, participants talk through their experiences & hear stories from others who have experienced abuse in their relationships. Support group is also a resource for those who are unsure of their next step, even if it involves remaining in their current relationship. Tue., 6:30-8 p.m. Childcare is provided. Info: 658-1996.

FAMILY & FRIENDS OF THOSE EXPERIENCING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS

This support group is a dedicated meeting for family, friends & community members who are supporting a loved one through a mental health crisis. Mental health crisis might include extreme states, psychosis, depression, anxiety & other types of distress. The group is a confidential space where family & friends can discuss shared experiences & receive support in an environment free of judgment & stigma w/ a trained facilitator. Wed., 7-8:30 p.m. Downtown Burlington. Info: Jess Horner, LICSW, 866-218-8586.

FAMILY RESTORED: SUPPORT GROUP FOR FRIENDS & FAMILIES OF ADDICTS & ALCOHOLICS Wed., 6:30-8 p.m., Holy Family/St. Lawrence Parish, 4 Prospect St., Essex Jct. For info, please visit thefamilyrestored.org or contact Lindsay Duford at 781-960-3965 or 12lindsaymarie@gmail.com.

FIERCELY FLAT VT

A breast cancer support group for those who’ve had mastectomies. We are a casual online meeting group found on Facebook at Fiercely Flat VT. Info: stacy.m.burnett@gmail.com.

FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA)

The Champlain Valley Prostate Cancer Support Group meets online on the 2nd Tue. of the mo., 6-7:30 p.m., via Zoom. Whether you are newly diagnosed, dealing w/ a reoccurrence or trying to manage the side effects of treatment, you are welcome here! More info: Andy Hatch, group leader, ahatch63@gmail.com.

CENTRAL VERMONT CELIAC SUPPORT GROUP

Last Thu. of every mo., 7:30 p.m. in Montpelier. Please contact Lisa Masé for location: lisa@ harmonizecookery.com.

CEREBRAL PALSY GUIDANCE

Do you want to memorialize your pet in the pages of Seven Days? Visit sevendaysvt.com/petmemorials to submit your remembrance.

All sizes include a photo and your tribute. Short $30, Medium $50, Long $100

Print deadline: ursdays at 5 p.m. | Questions? petmemorials@sevendaysvt.com

Cerebral Palsy Guidance is a very comprehensive informational website broadly covering the topic of cerebral palsy & associated medical conditions. Its mission is to provide the best possible info to parents of children living w/ the complex condition of cerebral palsy. Visit cerebralpalsyguidance.com/ cerebral-palsy.

CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS

CoDA is a 12-step fellowship for people whose common purpose is to develop healthy & fulfilling relationships. By actively working the program of Codependents Anonymous, we can realize a new joy, acceptance & serenity in our lives. Meets Sun. at noon at the Turning Point Center, 179 S. Winooski Ave., Suite 301, Burlington. Info: Tom, 238-3587, coda.org.

THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP

The Compassionate Friends international support group for parents, siblings & families grieving the loss of a child meets every 4th Tue. of the mo., 7-9 p.m., at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 160 Hinesburg Rd, S. Burlington. Call/email Alan at

Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? FA is a free 12-step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating or bulimia. Local meetings are held twice a week: Mon., 4-5:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Norwich, Vt.; & Wed., 6:30-8 p.m., at Hanover Friends Meeting House, Hanover, N.H. For more info & a list of additional meetings throughout the U.S. & the world, call 603-630-1495 or visit foodaddicts.org.

G.R.A.S.P. (GRIEF RECOVERY AFTER A SUBSTANCE PASSING)

Are you a family member who has lost a loved one to addiction? Find support, peer-led support group. Meets once a mo. on Mon. in Burlington. Please call for date & location. RSVP to mkeasler3@gmail.com or call 310-3301 (message says Optimum Health, but this is a private number).

GRIEF & LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Sharing your sadness, finding your joy. Please join us as we learn more about our own grief & explore the things that can help us to heal. There is great power in sharing our experiences w/ others who know the pain of the loss of a loved one & healing is possible through the sharing. BAYADA Hospice’s local bereavement support coordinator will facilitate our weekly group through discussion & activities. Everyone from the community is welcome. 1st & last Wed. of every mo. at 4 p.m. via Zoom. To register, please contact bereavement program coordinator Max Crystal, mcrystal@bayada.com or 802-448-1610.

•MANDARIN•

We’re seeking to hire servers and bartenders to join our hardworking and energetic team. If you’re interested in the opportunity, drop off a resume in person, or email to: lawrence@mandarinvt.com

Vermont Tent Company is currently accepting applications for the following positions for immediate employment and future summer/fall employment starting in May. Full time, part time, after school and weekend hours available for each position. Pay rates vary by position with minimum starting wage ranging from $19-$23/hour depending on job skills and experience. We also offer retention and referral bonuses.

• Tent Maintenance

• Tent Installation

• Drivers/Delivery

• Load Crew Team

Interested candidates submit application online: vttent.com/ employment

No phone calls, please.

ATTENTION RECRUITERS:

POST YOUR JOBS AT: JOBS.SEVENDAYSVT.COM/POST-A-JOB PRINT DEADLINE: NOON ON MONDAYS (INCLUDING HOLIDAYS) FOR RATES & INFO: MICHELLE BROWN, 802-865-1020 X121, MICHELLE@SEVENDAYSVT.COM

FLORAL MERCHANDISER

MILTON, Part time

Floral Associate, Burlington and Milton, VT

3 mornings per week (Tuesday, Friday, Sunday) approximately 15-20 hours. Fun and flexible job, perfect for a creative person who likes to work independently

Unique opportunity! SimplyReady, a division of the Bill Doran Company, is looking for a Floral Associate in Burlington, VT and Milton, VT. Days of service are Tuesday, Friday and Sunday mornings. Hours vary, and range between approximately 10 to 25 hours per week depending on seasonal volume. Ideal candidate will have some working knowledge of both cut flowers and plants, as well as a solid work history that includes at least 5 years of sales, merchandising or retail experience. Job entails walking, pushing, and repetitive lifting of up to 30lbs. Contact Nathalie: 518-420-3786

Please contact Nathalie at the number below: 518-420-3786

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Assistant Safety & Security Manager

City Market, Onion River Co-op is seeking an Assistant Safety & Security Manager who is responsible for supporting the Safety & Security team and various storewide aspects of City Market operations. This position provides a high degree of safety and support for shoppers, employees, and guests of the Co-op with an emphasis on customer service.

Follow link to apply: bit.ly/45CnaCS

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

Hunger Mountain Co-op is seeking to hire a dependable full-time Maintenance Assistant to maintain a high level of interior and exterior store cleanliness, monitor recycling stations, and assist in ensuring safety around the store. Hunger Mountain Co-op is for everyone. Diversity, inclusion, and a culture where everybody can contribute matters to us. We aim to create an environment for all bodies. The Co-op does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, place of birth, age, crime victim status, physical or mental condition. Please request accommodations if you need them.

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Basin Harbor is hiring for multiple exciting positions: Sales & Events Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant to the Executive Chef Local On-Call Event Servers Grounds Sta • Sushi Chef Repair and Maintenance Technicians Visit BasinHarbor.com/jobs to apply!

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The Town of Stowe Electric Department (SED) has been providing the community of Stowe with reliable electric service since 1911.

TREE TRIMMING CREW LABORER

SED Tree Trimmers work as part of a crew and are responsible for ensuring the safe removal of trees and brush near and around high voltage power lines and to maintain SED’s ROWs.

This is an IBEW Local 300 bargaining position. SED provides clothing, boot allowances and more. WAGES: $28.00/hour

APPRENTICE TO 1ST CLASS LINEWORKER

With a focus on safety practices, you will perform diverse duties, exercising judgment and initiative in completing tasks on both de-energized and energized lines. WAGES: $32.91 to $52.24 depending on class, with the opportunity for OT, on-call pay, and longevity increases.

We offer an outstanding benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, 401(a), holidays and training opportunities. New employees will receive a minimum of 6 weeks Paid-Time Off after only 1 year.

Email your resume and 3 references to: HR@StoweElectric.com

Town of Stowe Electric Department

Attn: Jackie Pratt, General Manager

P.O. Box 190, Stowe,VT 05672

Fax: (802) 253-4555

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Case Administrator/

Courtroom Deputy Clerk

The McClure Foundation is ready to grow!

Media Manager MRVTV is hiring!

SEEKING A SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER

qualiﬁed individual with excellent analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills capable of functioning in a dynamic, teamstation is Burlington, Vermont. Full website:

Mad River Valley TV is seeking a part-time Media/Production Manager to join our small team in Waitsﬁeld, VT.

federal benefits apply. Complete job description and formal application requirements are found in the official Position Announcement available from any U.S. District Court office (Burlington and Rutland) or the court’s

dynamic, teamoriewnted environment. The duty station is Burlington, Vermont. Full federal beneﬁts apply. Complete job description and formal application requirements are found in the oﬃcial Position Announcement available from court locations in Burlington and Rutland and the court’s web site: WWW.VTD.USCOURTS.GOV EOE

WWW.VTD.USCOURTS.GOV EOE

The McClure Foundation seeks to hire a detail-oriented professional who cares about the future of Vermont and has relevant experience to work with the Executive Director to manage statewide initiatives, public-private partnerships, policy advisory efforts, and a $1M+ annual grantmaking portfolio.

If this sounds like a good ﬁt for you, visit VERMONTCF.ORG/CAREERS for a complete job description and instructions for applying.

JOB TRAINING. WELL DONE.

Join the Community Kitchen Academy!

Facilities Assistant II & III

City Market Co-op is seeking a Facilities Assistant to perform maintenance, inspection, cleaning, and customer service tasks, to ensure the safety and comfort of our cherished customers, co-workers, and community.

Follow link to apply: bit.ly/45CnaCS. Join

As One Day In July continues to grow, we are seeking talented individuals to join the team at our Burlington, VT headquarters.

Community Kitchen Academy (CKA) is a 9-week job training program featuring: Hands on learning, national ServSafe certification, job placement support and meaningful connections to community. Plus... the tuition is FREE and weekly stipends are provided for income eligible students! At CKA you’ll learn from professional chefs in modern commercial kitchens and graduate with the skills and knowledge to build a career in food service, food systems and other related fields. Throughout the course, you’ll develop and apply new skills by preparing food that would otherwise be wasted. The food you cook is then shared with neighbors via community food shelves and meal sites. CKA is a program of the Vermont Foodbank, operated in partnership with Capstone Community Action in Barre and Feeding Champlain Valley in Burlington.

Next sessions start August 5th in Barre and October 14th in Burlington. Apply online: vtfoodbank.org/cka.

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in using their video production skills to serve the Mad River Valley community!

Pay $20-$24 per hour (based on experience)

Visit mrvtv.com/jobs for more info.

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Cook & Bartenders

We’re hiring for a cook and bartender at Dumb Luck Pub in Hinesburg, Vermont! Come join a great team who has fun providing a fantastic dining experience in a classic pub/restaurant setting. We are looking for a full and part time bartender and full time cook!

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JUDICIAL ASSISTANTS

VERMONT STATE COURTS

Openings in Woodstock, White River Junction, Barre, Montpelier, Burlington

Looking to enter the legal world and make a difference? $21.31 per hour, permanent full-time positions. The Judicial branch of state government is rapidly expanding. We offer a competitive rate with top-notch health, dental, paid time off and pension.

The successful candidate has 2 years’ general office experience, be a team player, good communicator, able to use technology, organized, and seeking a prestigious and professional atmosphere.

EOE. For a more detailed description and how to apply, visit: bit.ly/CourtAsst

We are looking for an individual who has availability weekdays and some weekend days with day and dinner shifts. Hours are flexible in this low-stress environment and the pay is good! No experience is needed-we are happy to train! Just must be 18+ years old with an up to date DLC Certification.

To learn more and set up a time to interview, please reach out to us by email at dumbluck.pub@ gmail.com or give us a call at 802-799-2296. Everyone needs a little Dumb Luck in their day!

MEMBERSHIP MANAGER

The Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association is hiring a Membership Manager! Have a love of maple and experience building strong relationships, managing databases, sharing value propositions and coordinating engaging events? Apply today! As part of the team that serves as the voice of VT Maple, you’ll focus on o ering the best service, education, beneﬁts and communication to our members across the state. Remote position with competitive pay, beneﬁts and some travel.

Applications due by July 15th Apply: vermontmaple.org/ job-board

In-Home

Shared Living Provider

A perfect solution for housing and employment! Live with an individual to provide residential supports and make a positive impact in their life, and yours. This individual enjoys watching gameshows, relaxing at home and going out to coffee shops.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, patient and have the desire to make a difference in someone’s life.

Contact Jennifer Wolcott at 802-655-0511 for more information.

The results of our recent staff survey state that 100% of our current staff recommends working at the Stern Center! Join our dedicated team of instructors! Open positions for the 2024-25 school year:

LITERACY SPECIALIST

SPECIAL EDUCATOR

STRUCTURED LITERACY INSTRUCTOR

The Stern Center for Language and Learning is an education-focused nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding the power of learning. If you’re an educator who wants to explore new ways to make a difference in the lives of individual students each day, these rewarding positions may be your next step. Flexible schedules based part-time or full-time in Chittenden County, VT. Training in Orton-Gillingham and/or Wilson, and/or having a Special Education certification strongly preferred. Interested candidates send cover letter/resume to hcastillo@sterncenter.org. We are an E.O.E.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Vermont Bar Foundation is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Director to begin September, 2024. The full-time position reports to the board of directors with flexible work options requiring at least three days in the Montpelier office, as well as occasional in-state travel.

The ideal candidate will have a personal commitment to access to justice and to promoting VBF’s mission of creating a just community by funding legal services for the disadvantaged. Job involves working with stakeholders in the Vermont judiciary and with attorneys practicing in Vermont, so knowledge of Vermont’s legal community is preferred. A law degree is not required.

Successful candidate will have non-profit experience with a background in fundraising and grant writing. Skills needed include effective and professional communication, non-profit development, public speaking, donor management and board relations. Applicants should have experience with budget management, reporting and tracking, and be able to work independently. Apply online: vtbarfoundation.org/hiring/

Food Service Specialists

Food Service

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Meals on Wheels of Lamoille County is seeking candidates for the Executive Director position. This full-time position reports to the board of directors and works from a Morrisville office. The executive director leads a team of nine paid staff members and 80 volunteers. The Meals on Wheels of Lamoille County team prepares, on average, 54,000 meals a year for older Vermonters in Lamoille County while providing well-check visits and managing a robust pet food program. Some knowledge of nutrition, food service, and buying groups would be helpful but not required.

Successful candidates will have non-profit experience and a fundraising and grant-writing background. Skills needed include effective and professional communication, non-profit development, preparing budgets, public speaking, donor management, and board and community relations. Applicants should have experience with budget management, reporting, and tracking and be able to work independently. Send resumes to: meals@mowlc.org

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Hearing and communication is vital to connection with family and friends, work and community - and YOU have the ability to shape the lives of those in need. Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) seeks a full-time Audiologist for our ENT & Audiology practice. Work with a team of committed professionals in a mixed specialty practice offering ENT, Audiology, Allergy, Speech-Language Pathology, and Palliative Care to perform diagnostic testing for all ages. Collaborate with ENT providers and Hearing Instrument Specialist, as well as manage hearing aid services, including assessments, fittings, and repairs. Located in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom, NVRH offers competitive wages, student loan repayment, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join us in providing exceptional patient-centered care that really makes a difference!

Apply now at www.nvrh.org/careers

Live-in Childcare

We are looking for live-in childcare for our daughter, starting August 1, 2024. She will be about 4 months at that time. Room/utilities/groceries included and a weekly stipend of $200. Large private bedroom and bathroom on separate floor from family bedrooms. Hours would be Monday-Friday 7:30am4:30pm and one evening and/ or weekend morning, to be decided. One parent works from home. Valid driver's license and car required for minimal tasks. References required.

Childcare.mpsb@gmail.com

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DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

MENTOR Vermont is a statewide non-profit organization that provides funding, resources, and support to the youth mentoring field in Vermont to strengthen the quality and broaden the reach of mentoring relationships in our communities.

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Office Manager/Legal Assistant

Single-attorney law firm seeks an office manager/legal assistant who isn't afraid of a challenge. The right match will have a true desire to learn and is willing to jump in and hit the ground running. Open to four-year clerkship candidates, as well as those who simply feel a pull to the legal profession. Past law firm experience is helpful, but not required. Job responsibilities will vary, depending on what is needed at any particular time, and will consist of both traditional office manager tasks as well as legal assistant/paralegal work. Training will be provided as necessary. Starting pay is negotiable, but largely commensurate with experience, along with productivity-based bonuses. Ability to laugh and a strong desire to have fun at work are absolutely required. Send resumes to: tim@fairlawvt.com

TOURISM MARKETING AND SALES ASSOCIATE

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce works to advance Vermont’s economy. The Tourism Marketing and Sales Associate ensures high-quality content, maintains consistent branding, and engages with stakeholders to drive engagement and support the Vermont Chamber’s goals. This is a full-time, salaried position located out of our office in Berlin, Vermont.

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The Town of Hardwick Electric Department (HED) is looking for fully qualified First-Class and Apprentice Lineworkers to fill vacancies within our operations team. With 325 miles of overhead/ underground power facilities, we serve over 4,000 customers in 11 Vermont towns. Applicants are responsible for performing all overhead/underground transmission and distribution operations, construction, maintenance, and restoration duties in accordance with industry standard safe work practices for both energized and deenergized equipment. Successful candidates will be in the on-call rotation for afterhours outage response. Successful candidates will possess and maintain a Vermont Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Position requires probationary period of six months. In addition to a competitive wage, we offer an excellent benefits package.

or to Hardwick Electric Department, PO Box 516, Hardwick, VT 05843

Primary responsibilities include phonebased Tourism Marketing Program advertising sales and upsells; overseeing and assisting with tourism-centered products, fulfillment, and customer inquiries; and assisting with member recruitment and retention. The successful candidate must be assertive, creative, and resourceful. The candidate must be sales-minded, interested in building lasting relationships and providing solutions to the tourism community, and enjoy working in a highly entrepreneurial environment. The position requires outstanding communication and organization skills. The candidate must have an understanding of print and digital media and will be responsible for hitting annual sales targets.

Responsibilities include:

Handling sales phone calls and emails for print and digital ad sales and upsells

Communicating with clients and recording all correspondence

Assisting with the copy writing of all marketing materials and web-based listings

Developing and implementing ideas for the marketing and sales of our educational programs

Utilizing social networks to facilitate sales and increase brand awareness

Assisting with promotional events

Responding to general tourism inquiries from the public

Prospect list generation

Tourism Marketing Program product fulfillment and sales

Vermont Tourism Network program support, outreach, web updates, and product support

Requirements:

2+ years sales or marketing experience preferred

Excellent organizational skills

Able to work as a team member and be a positive influence on others

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to execute all aspects of the sales process

To apply, please submit your resume to jobs@vtchamber.com and attach a cover letter that demonstrates how your knowledge and experience matches the job description. If you currently reside outside of Vermont, please make clear in your cover letter why you are interested in relocating. Salary is commensurate with experience.

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Firefighter/EMT

Administrator (Full Time)

The Underhill Jericho Fire Department is looking for an experienced Fireﬁghter/ EMT Administrator.

This is a full-time position with competitive pay and beneﬁts. Hours, full job descriptions and requirements can be found at ujfd.org/employment.

If you would like to join our team, please email a cover letter along with your resume in .pdf format to info@ujfd.org. Positions will remain open until ﬁlled.

The UJFD is an EOE.

Forest Preschool Aftercare Teacher

North Branch Nature Center is seeking an early childhood educator to join our Forest Preschool team as an Aftercare & Robin’s Nest Teacher! This parttime position works collaboratively with the FPS Director and other FPS teachers to facilitate child-centered play and learning with nature, and is responsible for a regular aftercare teaching schedule and leading Robin’s Nest Playgroup once a week. The FPS Aftercare & Robin’s Nest Teacher helps nurture student growth through aftercare activities including outdoor and indoor free play, snack, reading time, cooking, games, and crafts; and works with the rest of the FPS team to manage risks, indoor and outdoor spaces, and materials.

Learn more and apply at NorthBranchNatureCenter.org/ Employment

• Loading and unloading trucks at customers’ locations, Booska Warehouse, and other areas within the state.

• Heavy lifting of furniture, boxes, hot tubs, pianos, safes, boilers, and others items as needed in accordance with moving industry.

• Running areas as needed, box deliveries, equipment deliveries, light truck maintenance.

• Operating forklifts, loading and unloading of delivery trucks, box orders.

Local Movers & Drivers

• Equipping trucks with all necessary equipment before leaving the yard.

• Pre-trip inspections before operating any Booska owned vehicle.

• Wood working, building crates, rigging, hoisting furniture.

• Pack jobs.

• Paperwork on moves, Bill of Ladings, Inventories, and other paperwork as needed.

• Performing the work in a safe and friendly maner.

The USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Food Systems Research Unit, Northeast Area, Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a permanent full-time Program Support Assistant

The salary for this position is $44,929.00 to $64,906.00 per year plus benefits. U.S. Citizenship is required. The candidate chosen for this position will serve as part of a research team who Provides technical and procedural advice in support of research program administration by identifying and analyzing issues and taking or recommending action using established guidelines.

We are seeking an individual with an administrative background who will Serve as the initial point-of contact for all questions, information, and problem resolution in the areas of budget and accounting, agreements, travel, human resources, files management, correspondence preparation and control, time and attendance, office automation systems, and purchasing/procurement.

The opening date of the announcement is 06/20/2024 to 06/29/2024.

To view the announcement and/or to apply, please go to usajobs.gov and search for announcement (ARS-S24Y-12444846-KE).

USDA/ARS is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Help Children Love to Read!

Coordinators needed for Everybody Wins! reading mentoring programs in these communities:

Barre City

Northfield

Brandon (Neshobe School)

Hartford (White River School) 3 days/14 hrs per week

Vershire/West Fairlee (Westshire School)

Waterbury (Brookside School)

More info: everybodywinsvermont.org/about-us/openings

To apply, send a letter of interest & resume or job history to Beth Wallace, Executive Director: info@everybodywinsvermont.org

Everybody Wins! Vermont is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, sexual identity, color, national origin, religion, disability, class, or age in hiring, programs, or activities.

Teacher/Community Coordinator

The right candidate should be:

• Enthusiastic about working with adult students

• Familiar with the service area

• Capable of providing high quality education

• Flexible, have a joy for teaching, and be able to teach multiple subject areas

The right candidate will be teaching:

• Reading, writing, math, ESL, computer skills & financial literacy

• High school diploma and GED credentialing

• Career and college readiness

• Experience developing personalized education and graduation plans a plus

• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.

Starting salary: $45,000 – $47,000. CVAE pays 100% of individual health, dental and short-term disability insurance, & employer 403(b) contributions. Six weeks paid vacation annually. Submit cover letter and resume to: info@cvae.net

JUNE 26-JULY 3, 2024

ATTENTION RECRUITERS:

Make a difference with the work you do as a member of the team at the Vermont Board of Medical Practice. Part of the Department of Health, the Board is responsible for the licensing and oversight of physicians, physician assistants, and other medical professionals. This position will provide administrative support, handling mail, answering phone calls, scanning documents into our licensing database, maintaining digital and paper files, and responding to inquiries about medical licensure in VT. For more information, contact David Herlihy at david.herlihy@vermont.gov. Department: Health.

Location: Waterbury. Status: Full Time. Job ID #49616. Application Deadline: June 30, 2024.

The Vermont Department of Health is looking for our next Public Health Communication Officer - Media Relations Lead! The Media Relations Lead is a key member of our Communication Office and spearheads the development and implementation of our media relations strategy. Our ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative communications professional who can use media relations tactics to further our public health mission and can work well under pressure when handling time-sensitive projects. For more information, contact Gillian Morgan at gillian.morgan@vermont.gov. Department: Health. Location: Waterbury. Status: Full Time. Job ID #50344. Application Deadline: July 8, 2024

AGRICULTURE RESOURCE SPECIALIST / PROJECTS COORDINATOR MIDDLEBURY, VT

Join the effort to help Addison County’s land stewards improve soil health, protect water quality, increase climate resilience, and strengthen farm viability!

The Vermont Association of Conservation Districts is hiring an Agriculture Resource Specialist/ Projects Coordinator to be based in Middlebury, VT. The successful candidate will become knowledgeable about financial assistance programs provided by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, the US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service, and other funders, and will provide outreach, education, technical assistance, program navigation, and coordination services, as well as help farmers and forest land managers in Addison County access financial support for conservation best management practice implementation. In addition, they will assist the Otter Creek Natural Resources Conservation District with needs assessments, community engagement initiatives, and project coordination. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment and connection to

conservation of natural resources and supporting the agricultural community, have 2-3 years of relevant on-the-job experience, be able to self-direct and work independently within a complex programmatic context, and have a valid driver’s license and insured motor vehicle to use for work. In addition, we seek strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with a diversity of farmers, peers and partner organizations, strong computer literacy in a range of software, comfort in both office and field environments, and familiarity with the natural resource concerns affecting Vermont and Addison County.

Starting wage is $24.00 per hour, with a 40-hour work week. Benefits include paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave; health, dental, and HSA options; dependent care reimbursement; a 401(k)-retirement plan; and extensive training. Visit vacd.org for a detailed job description. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to amanda.harris@vacd.org by 5 pm, Monday July 8th.

VACD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

OFFICE ASSISTANT JOIN OUR TEAM AT TEACHERS TREE SERVICE!

POLICY MANAGER

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Policy Manager is a new position who will join a collaborative team dedicated to advising the Legislature, Administration, and Governor on the well-being of young children and their families. The Policy Manager receives supervision from the Policy and Program Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:

• Legislative Support: track state and federal legislative progress towards BBF’s Policy Recommendations and the Vermont Early Childhood Action Plan (VECAP).

• Policy Recommendation Support: provide project management support to BBF’s Policy Recommendation process, assist in drafting recommendations and related communications.

• Policy Research and Communications Support: support the drafting of BBF communications related to policy-oriented work and provide project management support for grants and research projects.

• Continuous Identification of Needs: Increase BBF’s presence at community, regional, and statewide meetings to help elevate needs in Vermont’s early childhood system.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary range of $58,500 - $65,000 annually. Benefits include: generous paid time off, including 34 days of combined PTO, Fridays off from June through August, up to 80% of healthcare insurance premiums, a Simple IRA plan including up to a 3% match of an employee’s salary, and $150/month stipend for remote work expenses.

We’re hiring a parttime office assistant to answer phones, field client service requests, and support our professional arborist crews.

Minimum one year of experience in administrative or office environment.

Pay range: $24-26/hr, plus benefits.

Send resumes to: sarah@teacherstree service.com.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERTISE:

• Writing and Communications: has demonstrated experience writing policy memos, research papers, or other materials with a clear voice and data-driven framing.

• Community Engagement: has demonstrated experience with and commitment to working in community, asking for partner feedback, etc.

• Organization and Project Management Skills: stays on top of multiple projects, plans backwards, anticipates obstacles, identifies and involves stakeholders appropriately.

• Commitment to Social Justice, Racial Equity, and Systems-Change: recognizes the role of race, gender, and other identities in shaping disparities, is driven to improve conditions.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications, economics, sociology, or a related field.

Master’s degree or demonstrated additional learning or professional development preferred. Candidates are encouraged to consult the Building Bright Futures website to acquaint themselves with our organization and see the full job description at buildingbrightfutures.org

TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references as one PDF labeled: lastname_firstname_Policy Manager to: kmobbs@buildingbrightfutures.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning July 1st. Position is open until filled.

WINGPERSON FOR YOUNG MAN WITH AUTISM

Seeking a responsible, creative, kind, spirited, initiative-taking individual to help my son continue to improve his living, recreation and communication skills. Alternating weekends each month, Friday 5:00 pm — Saturday 5:00 pm, $500 per day, or 2 consec. weeknights from Mon to Th, 5-10 pm, $25/hr.

Send resume to sk@kieselaw.com.

R OUNDTREE C ONSTRUCTION

Experienced Carpenter

Experienced carpenter needed for high-end custom well established home builder working primarily in the Champlain & Mad River Valleys and the Eastern Adirondacks. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in all types of carpentry required. The ideal candidate will be proficient in rough framing, interior & exterior trim carpentry as well as in the placement of casework/cabinetry. Our carpenters set the plates, frame, trim the inside & outside, place windows & doors, and mount the cabinets. The company offers competitive wages ($30-35/hr), retirement plans with a match, tool allowance, paid personal/vacation time, and health & dental insurance. Come join our team!

Send resume to: rsantamaria@roundtree.bz and/or call 802-343-5589.

Duties include:

Shipping & Receiving

WowToyz, in Vergennes, is seeking motivated individuals to join our warehouse team full-time, Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm.

• Picking and packing orders

• Unloading trucks and receiving merchandise

• Shipping orders via UPS and over the road

• Ideal candidates are organized, dependable, enjoy physical work and are proactive self-starters. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, growing company with room for advancement.

We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes 401K with company match, dental insurance, medical insurance, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, paid sick time, paid holidays and paid vacations. We o er competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience.

Email cover le er and resume to: resumes@wowtoyz.com

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ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Essex Westford School District (EWSD) has an opportunity for a part-time (0.60 FTE) Program Coordinator for its night and weekend workforce development training division known as SkillTech at The Center for Technology, Essex (CTE) beginning in the 2024-2025 school year.

This position will develop, implement, and enhance evening courses and programs for adults in the region served by the Center for Technology, Essex. Primary responsibilities also include supervision of the day-to-day operations of the SkillTech evening programs, instructors, and students and providing administrative support for the programs.

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• A degree in Education, Administration, Business Management, or other appropriate discipline and several years of relevant management.

• A strong background in career and technical education is preferred.

• Valid educator license with a secondary endorsement preferred. A Career and Technical endorsement is desired.

• A deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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• Dedication to providing a safe and respectful learning environment for all students with an ability to understand and teach various learning styles.

• Experience and proficient computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs required.

• Commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of knowledge and professional practice.

For additional information, go to ewsd.org/jobs for a copy of the full job description.

MANAGER HARDWICK

The Town of Hardwick Electric Department (HED) is looking for a General Manager. With 325 miles of overhead/ underground power facilities, we serve over 4,000 customers in 11 Vermont towns.

The General Manager is responsible for representing the Department through effective and collaborative communication with all relevant stakeholders. Qualified candidates will have at least seven years of progressive responsibility in leadership roles, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education and experience in a public utility or comparable environment. Qualified candidates will have a working knowledge of wholesale power and renewable energy sectors, and a detailed understanding of the electric industry in Vermont.

In addition to a competitive wage, we offer an excellent benefits package.

Why not have a job you love?

Positions include sign on bonus, a strong benefits package and the opportunity to work at one of the “Best Places to Work in Vermont.”

SERVICE COORDINATOR: Continue your career in human services in a supportive environment by providing case management for individuals for our Adult Family Care program. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical, organizational & leadership skills and enjoy working in a team-oriented position. $49,600 annual salary.

SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE OFFICER: This is an excellent role for someone who enjoys keeping a building healthy and working in a collaborative environment. Oversee the grounds, building, and CCS equipment including scheduling routine maintenance for a small fleet of accessible vans. This role also conducts the safety and accessibility inspections for homes of individuals in shared living provider situations. $25.25/hr.

RESIDENTIAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL:

Provide supports to an individual in their home and in the community in 24h shifts including asleep overnights in a private, furnished bedroom. You can work two days, receive full benefits and have five days off each week! Other flexible schedules available, starting wage is $21/hr.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL:

Provide 1:1 supports to help individuals reach their goals in a variety of settings. This is a great position to start or continue your career in human services. Full and part time positions available starting at $20/hr.

Join our dedicated team and together we’ll build a community where everyone participates and belongs ccs-vt.org/current-openings

ATTENTION

EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROVIDERS

• Physicians

• Nurse Practitioners

• Physician Assistants

Work at one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the U.S. located in Morrisville - just outside Stowe. There are full-time, part-time, and per diem options available. Emergency Medicine experience preferred.

For more information visit copleyvt.org/careers or contact Kaitlyn Shannon, Recruiter, at 802-888-8144 or kshannon@chsi.org.

DIRECTORLamoille Valley School Engagement Program

Lamoille Restorative Center seeks experienced professionals to join our growing team. LRC is a nonprofit organization with a mission to uphold the dignity and resilience of individuals and families through restorative justice principles and programs.

LRC is hiring a 32-40 hr/wk Director of the Lamoille Valley School Engagement Program (LVSEP). The LVSEP is the only program of its kind in Vermont and utilizes restorative justice approaches to address student chronic absenteeism in three Supervisory Unions. This position leads the LVSEP team, which includes three School Engagement Specialists (SES). The LVSEP Director oversees the operations of the LVSEP and provides direct supervision to the SES staff. The Director is also responsible for representing LVSEP with schools, community partners and interested stakeholders across Vermont and interfacing with the family court system in truancy actions. The LVSEP Director ensures services are rooted in restorative practices, whereby parents and children feel heard and acknowledged, and their dignity and resilience are upheld.

This position is ideal for someone with an understanding of the education systems in Vermont, restorative work in schools, excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, and those who are interested in a workplace that promotes employee wellbeing. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

The hourly pay rate is between $30.06 and $34.77. A generous benefits policy provides $12,730 annually for each employee to pay for the benefits they need, such as: medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance, and retirement. Additional benefits include 27 paid days off & 17 paid holidays, pre-tax dependent care deductions, paid family medical leave, an annual training stipend, and life insurance.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to: info@lrcvt.org.

LRC is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from professionals with lived experience. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Infant teacher (full time)

Program teacher (full/part time)

River Branch Community School is seeking a full time infant teacher and a full/part time program teacher to forge trusting relationships with children and their families. The ideal candidates will have experience working with young

children, strong communication and organizational skills and a collaborative approach to early childhood education.

RBCS strives to provide a safe and nurturing educational environment where children are free to take risks, to wonder and to form meaningful relationships with peers, teachers and the natural environment. Our program is committed to nature education and a love of the wild. Our teachers are compensated by a yearly salary that is commensurate with their education and experience.

RBCS is open Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:30AM- 4:30PM. Bene ts include over ve weeks of combined time o , 50% child care discount, free professional development. We are a close and supportive community of educators who value each other and the work we do. Send resumes to: claraw.rbcs@gmail.com

Burlington Housing Authority (BHA)

Are you interested in a job that helps your community and makes a difference in people’s lives every day? Consider joining Burlington Housing Authority (BHA) in Burlington, VT to continue BHA’s success in promoting innovative solutions that address housing instability challenges facing our diverse population of low-income families and individuals.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Assistant Property Manager:

Serves as a critical member of our property management team. This position is responsible for assisting the team of Property Managers in the day to day operations of BHA’s property portfolio. This position assists with leasing apartments, move in and move outs, maintaining accurate tenant files and assist with tenant complaints, collection of rents, lease violations, property inspections, vacant unit checks, delivery of resident notices and certifications, and other duties related to property management.

Building Operations Technician:

Performs general maintenance work in BHA owned and managed properties. This includes building exteriors, common areas, apartments, building systems, fixtures, and grounds. Our Building Operations Techs are required to participate in the on-call rotation, which covers night and weekend emergencies.

Housing Retention Services – Site

Based: Responsible for supporting those who have mental health and substance use challenges and/or who have moved from homelessness to Bobbin Mill, Wharf Lane, and other BHA properties. The position works closely with property management and other site-based staff to identify challenges and respond with appropriate direct service and coordination of community services, with a goal of eviction prevention and facilitating a healthy tenancy.

Property Manager: Serves as a critical member of our Property Management team. This position will provide oversight of day-to-day operations of BHA’s Elderly RAD developments to ensure longterm viability of the properties within the property portfolio. This position requires independent judgment, timely management of deadlines as well as discretion in carrying out responsibilities.

For more info about these career opportunities: burlingtonhousing.org

BHA serves a diverse population of tenants and partners with a variety of community agencies. To most effectively carry out our vision of delivering safe and affordable housing to all, we are committed to cultivating a staff that reflects varied lived experiences, viewpoints, and educational histories. Therefore, we strongly encourage candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and women to apply. Multilingualism is a plus!

Our robust benefit package includes premium medical insurance with a health reimbursement account, dental, vision, short and long term disability, 10% employer funded retirement plan, 457 retirement plan, accident insurance, life insurance, cancer & critical illness insurance.

We provide a generous time off policy including 12 days of paid time off and 12 days of sick time in the first year. In addition to the paid time off, BHA recognizes 13 (paid) holidays and 2 (paid) floating cultural holidays. Plus, a sign on bonus!

Interested in this opportunity? Send cover letter/resume to: humanresources@ burlingtonhousing.org

Human Resources

Burlington Housing Authority 65 Main Street, Suite 101 Burlington, VT 05401

BHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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TOWN PLANNER

ATTENTION RECRUITERS:

The Town of Jericho is looking for its next Town Planner. Jericho (pop. ~5,080) is a small rural community in the center of Chittenden County about 30 minutes from Burlington to the west and Mt. Mansfield to the east. The community has 3 small historic village centers surrounded by a quintessential rural landscape and abundant recreational opportunities.

Do you:

• Want to work in a growing community that cares deeply about planning?

• Seek a new challenge and opportunity to take your career to another level?

• Want to play a leadership role in guiding the future of a dynamic rural small town?

• Have a weakness for craft beer or coffee, maple creemees, and handmade chocolate all within walking distance of your office? If so, this job is exactly what you should be looking for!

The primary responsibility of the Town Planner is to assist the Planning Commission in carrying out their statutory functions and supporting the Town Administrator in managing the implementation of grant funded projects. The work of the Town Planner involves researching, analyzing, developing, and proposing land use planning and development policies, plans and ordinances for consideration by the Planning Commission and Selectboard. This work requires a high degree of independence, initiative, sound judgment and professionalism.

Jericho has a number of exciting planning initiatives currently underway that make this role particularly enticing including implementation of the recently updated Town Plan (December 2023), by-law updates, and a wastewater feasibility study for the 3 Village Centers. The Town also has several very active citizen committees working on affordable housing, trails, land conservation, energy, equity, and social justice.

Our ideal candidate will be highly independent, curious, collaborative and a great communicator, and have a Bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of experience in the field. Experience in grant writing and grant administration would be beneficial. The Town can offer a very competitive salary DOQ, a comprehensive benefits package, a flexible work environment, and a team-oriented work setting. Salary is commensurate with experience.

For a complete job description visit: jerichovt.org, and find the link on our home page. To apply, please send cover letter, resume and 3 references to Linda Blasch, Assistant Town Administrator via email at lblasch@jerichovt.gov or via mail at PO Box 39, Jericho, VT 05465. Review of applicants will begin July 1 and the position will remain open until filled. The Town of Jericho is an E.O.E.

TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

The Town of Stowe is seeking a Technology Manager to help us stay operational and move into the future with technology. This position is responsible for overseeing the provisioning, monitoring, planning, implementation, and maintenance of the software, hardware and other systems needed to support the computing, communications and technology needs of the Town of Stowe.

The individual selected will be a self-motivated department of one with excellent communication, project planning and implementation skills, and ability to manage vendor relations. We are especially interested in someone who can advance the Town of Stowe with their proficiency in various technology tools and cloud-based platforms. This is an in-person position.

The Technology Manager will work closely with existing IT managed service provider and other outside vendors to support the Town with help desk services, systems planning and implementation, cyber security support and radio communication vendor support.

The Town of Stowe is a full-service municipality with a multitude of departments including Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Town Clerk, Planning & Zoning, Lister, Public Works, Water, Wastewater, Highway, Library, Parks & Recreation including an Arena, and public safety with Police, Fire/EMS and Mountain Rescue. The Town of Stowe has a workforce of 66 full-time employees and over 100 part-time emergency services and seasonal personnel.

Associate’s degree in the field of computer science or information technology preferred supplemented by three to five years of managerial experience including budgeting, planning, and vendor relations, or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience. Pay range $73,095 - $86,742 dependent upon experience. Come grow with Stowe!

The Town of Stowe currently offers an excellent benefit package including BCBS health plans with low employee premium share, dental insurance, generous paid leave, VMERS pension plan, life insurance and more.

Job description and employment application can be obtained at: townofstowevt.org. Submit letter of interest, resume, and employment application to: Town of Stowe, c/o HR Director, PO Box 730, Stowe, VT 05672 or by email recruit@stowevt.gov

The Town of Stowe is an E.O.E.

Career Counselor

& Testing (TABE) Scheduling Coordinator

Job Corps is a federally funded program with 124 campuses nation-wide. Northlands Job Corps Center in Vergennes is consistently rated as top 10% in the country for student outcomes. We need to add a Career Counselor to our team. Our Career Counselors operate mostly one-on-one with our students providing career advice and act as ad hoc life coaches. This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree, working knowledge of counseling techniques and one year of experience preferred. We also need a TABE Scheduling Coordinator. This individual will manage our testing program for TABE, pre-GED and GED OPT tests. We desire someone with knowledge of administration and evaluation of testing and a Bachelor’s Degree (or 4 plus years of testing administration & evaluation). Apply bit.ly/JobCorps2024

SEEKING TREATMENT PROVIDERS

The U.S. Probation Office in the District of Vermont believes that individuals subject to federal pretrial and post-conviction community supervision deserve access to quality, evidence-based treatment in the community. To that end, the District of Vermont will be soliciting for drug and alcohol, mental health, and sex offender specific treatment services, as well as drug testing services, for fiscal years 2025 through 2029. Requests for Proposals in these service categories will be made available on vtp.uscourts.gov/solicitations on June 17, 2024.

Interested parties should contact Shawna Lapierre at Shawna_ Lapierre@vtp.uscourts.gov or 802-951-0625 to be added to the Bidder’s Mailing List.

“We booked a multimedia advertising package with Seven Days Jobs to help more young people discover the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps. We got great results – there are only a handful of spots left for 2024. VYCC is excited to start working with our 39th cohort of corps members and leaders. More than 150 young people are joining us this spring, summer and fall for paid, outdoor work in conservation and farming.

Michelle Brown is great to work with. She is responsive and helped us put nearly two dozen opportunities online at a time! We intend to advertise with Seven Days again next year.”

NAOMI GALIMIDI Director of Community Engagement Vermont

Youth Conservation Corps

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CANCER

(JUN. 21-JUL. 22)

You are entering a phase when you will be wise to question fixed patterns and shed age-old habits. The more excited you get about reevaluating everything you know and believe, the more likely it is that exciting new possibilities will open up for you. If you are staunchly committed to resolving long-standing confusions and instigating fresh approaches, you will launch an epic chapter of your life story. Wow! That sounds dramatic. But it’s quite factual. Here’s the kicker: You’re now in prime position to get vivid glimpses of specific successes you can accomplish between now and your birthday in 2025.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): This may sound weird, but I think now is a perfect time to acquire a fresh problem. Not just any old boring problem, of course. Rather, I’m hoping you will carefully ponder what kind of dilemma would be most educational for you — which riddle might challenge you to grow in ways you need to. Here’s another reason you should be proactive about hunting down a juicy challenge: Doing so will ensure that you won’t attract mediocre, meaningless problems.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Now is an excellent time to start learning a new language or increase your proficiency in your native

tongue. Or both. It’s also a favorable phase to enrich your communication skills and acquire resources that will help you do that. Would you like to enhance your ability to cultivate friendships and influence people? Are you interested in becoming more persuasive, articulate and expressive? If so, Taurus, attend to these self-improvement tasks with graceful intensity. Life will conspire benevolently on your behalf if you do. (PS: I’m not implying you’re weak in any of these departments, just that now is a favorable time to boost your capacities.)

GEMINI (May 21-Jun. 20): Barbara Sher and Barbara Smith wrote the book I Could Do Anything If I Only Knew What It Was: How to Discover What You Really Want and How to Get It. I invite you to think and feel deeply about this theme during the coming months. In my experience with Geminis, you are often so versatile and multifaceted that it can be challenging to focus on just one or two of your various callings. And that may confuse your ability to know what you want more than anything else. But here’s the good news. You may soon enjoy a grace period when you feel really good about devoting yourself to one goal more than any other.

LEO (Jul. 23-Aug. 22): How many different ways can you think of to ripen your spiritual wisdom? I suggest you choose two and pursue them with gleeful vigor in the coming weeks. You are primed to come into contact with streams of divine revelations that can change your life for the better. All the conditions are favorable for you to encounter teachings that will ennoble your soul and hone your highest ideals. Don’t underestimate your power to get the precise enlightenment you need.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sep. 22): Border collies are dogs with a herding instinct. Their urges to usher, steer and manage are strong. They will not only round up sheep and cattle but also pigs, chickens and ostriches — and even try to herd cats. In my estimation, Virgo, border collies are your spirit creatures these days. You have a special inclination and talent to be a good shepherd. So use your aptitude with flair. Provide extra navigational help for people and animals who would benefit from your nurtur-

ing guidance. And remember to do the same for your own wayward impulses!

LIBRA (Sep. 23-Oct. 22): We have arrived at the midpoint of 2024. It’s check-in time. Do you recall the promises you made to yourself last January? Are you about halfway into the frontier you vowed to explore? What inspirational measures could you instigate to renew your energy and motivation for the two most important goals in your life? What would you identify as the main obstacle to your blissful success, and how could you diminish it? If you’d like to refresh your memory of the long-term predictions I made for your destiny in 2024, go here: tinyurl.com/libra2024. For 2023’s big-picture prophecies, go here: tinyurl. com/2023libra.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpio-born Gary Hug was educated as a machinist and food scientist, but for many years he has worked primarily as an amateur astronomer. Using a seven-foot telescope he built in the backyard of his home, he has discovered a comet and 300 asteroids, including two that may come hazardously close to Earth. Extolling the joys of being an amateur, he says he enjoys “a sense of freedom that you don’t have when you’re a professional.” In the coming weeks, Scorpio, I encourage you to explore and experiment with the joys of tasks done out of joy rather than duty. Identify the work and play that feel liberating and indulge in them lavishly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your power spots will be places that no one has visited or looked into for a while. Sexy secrets and missing information will be revealed to you as you nose around in situations where you supposedly should not investigate. The light at the end of the tunnel is likely to appear well before you imagined it would. Your lucky number is 8, your lucky color is black, and your lucky emotion is the surprise of discovery. My advice: Call on your memory to serve you in amazing ways; use it as a superpower.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Happy Unbirthday, Capricorn! It’s time to celebrate the season halfway between your last birthday

and your next. I hope you will give yourself a fun gift every day for at least the next seven days. Fourteen days would be even better. See if you can coax friends and allies to also shower you with amusing blessings. Tell them your astrologer said that would be a very good idea. Now here’s an unbirthday favor from me: I promise that between now and January 2025, you will create healing changes in your relationship with your job and with work in general.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): While sleeping, my Aquarian friend Janelle dreamed that she and her family lived in a cabin in the woods. When dusk was falling, a strange animal put its face against the main window. Was it a bear? A mountain lion? Her family freaked out and hid in a back bedroom. But Janelle stayed to investigate. Looking closely, she saw the creature was a deer. She opened up the window and spoke to it, saying, “What can I do for you?” The deer, who was a talking deer, said, “I want to give you and your family a gift. See this necklace I’m wearing? It has a magic ruby that will heal a health problem for everyone who touches it.” Janelle managed to remove the necklace, whereupon the deer wandered away and she woke up from the dream. During subsequent weeks, welcome changes occurred in her waking life. She and three of her family members lost physical ailments that had been bothering them. I think this dream is a true fairy tale for you in the coming weeks, Aquarius.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): A psychologist friend tells me that if we have an intense craving for sugar, it may be a sign that deeper emotional needs are going unmet. I see merit in her theory. But here’s a caveat. What if we are currently not in position to get our deeper emotional needs met? What if there is at least temporarily some barrier to achieving that lovely goal? Would it be wrong to seek a partial quenching of our soul cravings by communing with fudge brownies, peach pie and crème brûlée? I don’t think it would be wrong. On the contrary. It might be an effective way to tide ourselves over until more profound gratification is available. But now here’s the good news, Pisces: I suspect more profound gratification will be available sooner than you imagine.

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FUNNY, RELAXED, RETIRED, KIND GENTLEMAN

WOMEN seeking...

LIFE IS HERE. NOW.

I’m an active biker, hiker, gardener, musician who has adapted well to retirement (there had to be SOMETHING positive about COVID!) but is ready to explore life with a companion, maybe a partner, again. Many things are better with a partner, including dining out, travel, bike rides, hikes, laughing, sharing — so I’m putting my toes back in the water! maplesong 69, seeking: M, l

INFP LOOKING FOR CONNECTION

I’m partnered and looking for a little extra-ethical playfulness and companionship. I’m an engineerturned-educator, musician, and artist who values creativity, adventure, intelligence and a can-do, will-do spirit. Let’s flirt, tease, and have a little fun. I’m open to long-term, but not full-time, relationships.

TruantShoefly 46, seeking: M, Cp, l

HONEST, CONFIDENT AND CARING

52-y/o female who enjoys bonfires, BBQs, hiking trails on a cool evening or morning, walks on the beach, listening to live bands and so much more. VTHonest1 52, seeking: M

KIND, FUN, OPENHEARTED

I’m quite delightful, interested in keeping company with the possibility of intimacy. Would like to meet a good man with an open mind and open heart and see where it goes. Firefly57, 67, seeking: M, l

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DRAMA-FREE, NATURE/ANIMAL LOVER

Looking for someone who shares my likes and enthusiasm for things. Big on communication and humor. I love to create, and I follow craft fairs and flea markets to sell. G59VT 64, seeking: M, l

OLD-SCHOOL, LAID-BACK, HONEST

Caring, honest, compassionate caretaker. I don’t like to be hurt. Honesty is most important in a relationship. Looking for someone to grow old with. I’ve been hurt too many times. Last chance for love. I want to travel and have someone to enjoy it with. Dodo6661, 63, seeking: M, l

CARMEN SEEKS WALDO

Kind, loyal, funny, loves classic rock and jam bands. Am a single mom so liking kids is a must, but I have the basics taken care of on my own. JennyP42112, 41 seeking: M, l

LOOKING FOR MY THIRD WHEEL

We want another girl to join us for fun. Couples4u, 30, seeking: W, l

LONELY 420 SEEKER

I am a 70-y/o but 50 at heart. I am looking for a man who is 420 friendly and won’t shy from a game of bingo. Looking for a good friend and eventually more. Affectionate, caring, truthful, no game playing and honest. Like to laugh and walk, and just want similar interests. Angel420 70 seeking: M

EASY-GOING CURMUDGEON

Looking for someone to hang out with, go to the movies and have dinner after to talk. If we like each other and want to get jiggy, bonus. 420 friendly, don’t really care for alcohol, and I do not suffer fools. I am fun and funny. No racists, antisemites, or folks who don’t get why women pick the bear. ho_hum, 55, seeking: M, l

LOVE GOOD CONVERSATION

Would love to find another who enjoys honest, good conversation, has a busy life of their own but likes a good adventure. About me: I love, love, love to travel. But I also enjoy working on my home, cooking for the joy of cooking’s sake, dressing up some days, working hard, and napping in the sun. Lovetotalk 51, seeking: M

SINGING, SPRINGTIME AND GREAT CONVERSATIONS

Warm, thoughtful, intelligent, aware, intuitive, witty, gracious, earthy, musical, earnest, enthusiastic and romantic woman seeks man who seriously wants the fun, delight, challenges, mystery, awe and rewards of a long-term, committed relationship. VermontContent 63, seeking: M, l

GENUINELY HAPPY, SEEKING SAME Easygoing, life-loving sixtysomething in search of a man comfortable in his own skin who loves deep conversations. All the usuals apply: Must love dogs. It’s the way to my heart, for sure. Must also love the outdoors, and not in a fanatic way. Enjoy being in nature. And finally, for now anyway, must love a good belly laugh. Joyful, 64, seeking: M, l

GENUINE, THOUGHTFUL, PASSIONATE

Solo tiny-farming in the hills is sublime, but this unscripted homesteading comedy could use more characters: a partner in permaculture, a paddling companion, a cross-country/backcountry ski buddy, a Scrabble challenger. Some other favored pastimes: sailing, reading, Champlain Islands camping in fall, vegetarian cookery, making you laugh. Life is good. Just missing someone special to share the journey. nordicbette242, 53, seeking: M, l

BIODYNAMIC ARTISTIC POLYMATH

Desire meaningful conversation, spiritual companionship, laughter and love. I am family- and community-minded with philanthropic tendencies; broadly studied in history, art, science and religion; well traveled and influenced by world cultures. I lead a conscientious, healthy lifestyle and keep a clean home, body, and heart. Retired, actively pursuing my passions and enjoying my grandchildren. Are you similarly inclined? Eruditee, 61 seeking: M, l

INTROVERTED EXTROVERT TO DANCE

Are you a grown-up and still curious, playful, inquisitive, ever learning? I thrive outdoors in every season and relish reflective company, solitude and togetherness, sharing ideas and inspiration, and desires to love in a way that we feel free. I see that many of us here wonder how to describe ourselves. Aren’t we all more than we can say? esmeflying 60, seeking: M, l

THIS COULD BE GREAT, RIGHT?

Calm, peaceful woman hoping to connect with a kind, smart, liberal, dog-loving guy. I work in a medical practice and also have a small business and live in northern New York. I am a widow but so ready for a great second chapter! Julie2085 66 seeking: M, l

NO-DRAMA RIVER LOVER

Seeking conversations, hikes and walks, sharing a meal. Compatibility with where we each are in life. Hanging out with friends, watching a movie, just talking. Love learning about science, metaphysics, new music but also appreciate a sense of humor, watching podcasts and reading mystery books. greentara 65, seeking: M, l

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OLD-SCHOOL, LAID-BACK

I’m an honest, loving, caring, loyal person who loves to ride motorcycles, get tattoos and have a good time. I’m looking for a woman who wants friends with benefits for now and maybe something a little bit more later. Harley2010, 58, seeking: W, l

SEASONALLY

I own a 20-acre private nature sanctuary in Gainesville, Fla., north of Paynes Prairie preserve. I live off-grid on 30 acres in Orange county, Vt. Looking for someone to share living space with plenty of room. 382tim, 68, seeking: W, l

Fresh to the market, I’m a little grey and thin on top, rounding in the middle with a great smile. I enjoy classic cars and learning to play the guitar. I’m retired with time to give someone my full attention. Not looking for a maid or a cook, just a nice lady to add to my life. I’m nice. classiccarguy64 64 seeking: W, l

UNSCENTED

Good guy. Cafés, lakefront, hiking, indoor activities. Let’s make the most of the warm weather. Ironman 54, seeking: W, l

POSITIVE, GENTLE, FUN-LOVING DUDE

I am looking to enjoy life after a long time spent cooped up. I find and celebrate the best in people. I am positive-minded, and will treat you with respect, care, and honesty. Looking for femme-bodied people (mostly) to hike, sing, ski, garden, sketch, dance, play, and share joy with. GreenMan1 55, seeking: W, Q, NC, NBP, Cp, Gp, l

YOUNG, FIT EXPLORER

Tall nerdy man looking for some fun. I bike, ski, hike, but when I’m not doing that I’m home with my feet up. RyVermont, 27 seeking: W, Cp

JO BUDDY FOR MALE BONDING

Friendly chill guy with a naughty mind looking for a friends-only buddy to share fantasies, compare techniques, and maybe watch straight porn. Open-minded, respectful, discreet. I’m athletic, late forties, 420 friendly, can host in BTV. Let’s take it slow and enjoy our favorite hobby with a bro! JOBuddy, 48, seeking: M, Cp

LAID-BACK

I am raising my three teenage grandchildren. Easygoing, I like good company, the outdoors, camping and fishing. tdl1711 66, seeking: W

CREATIVE, COMPASSIONATE, GRATEFUL, OPEN-HEARTED ADVENTURER

I am creative, sensuous and playful and love exploring. I am a Pisces and love all things water. I love farmers markets, photography, finding swimming spots, dancing, yoga, cooking, skiing, art, mushroom hunting. I am looking for a woman who is warm, curious, compassionate, grounded, creative, adventurous and fun, who knows and likes herself and likes to discuss ideas. WhirlingDancer 75, seeking: W, l

LAID-BACK, ADVENTUROUS, NATURE LOVER

I’m a laid-back native Vermonter who lives in and loves the woods. I’m passionate, adventurous and open minded. I enjoy hiking, paddling, camping, mountain biking, swimming and exploring nature. I’m looking for a woman who enjoys similar activities, who is comfortable in her own skin, ability to laugh, having common sense, loving of nature and interested in friendship first. DiverDude, 58, seeking: W, l

SENSUALIST

I am hoping to find someone for sensual get-togethers. I love laughter, touch, intimacy. Blackriver, 68, seeking: M, W, TM, TW, Cp, Gp, l

GO WITH THE FLOW

A down-to-earth person, passionate, love to talk and be happy. I am a retired high school grad. Eagleman, 61, seeking: W

JUST LAID-BACK EASYGOING

Just looking for a lady to go out to dinner once in a while and hang out and let things fall where they fall. Vt617 68, seeking: W, Cp

SOBER, ACTIVE AND VITAL

I am an active, well educated, interested and interesting 86-year-old who is vital. I am looking for a woman who is similar and does not think that physical intimacy is no longer of interest. I enjoy dining out, live theater and concerts. I especially enjoy choral music. I am flexible and very few things get my shorts in a bunch. barreloves 86, seeking: W, TW, Cp, l

FREE MASSAGES

I enjoy helping women relax in this stressful world with a nice massage. Neck, shoulders and back, or more. I come to your place and I’m a gentleman with no funny business. I only do what you want! DBY123 69, seeking: W

ACTIVE, HUMOROUS, SENSUAL, PHYSICAL

Looking for clean, good action and no trouble. Nubee69 66, seeking: M

GENTLEMAN FOR CASUAL MEETINGS

Mature for gay sexual meetings.

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HARDWORKING, EASYGOING, MUSICAL

I am a happy, peaceful human who enjoys working on my land, playing banjo, biking and being creative. Would love to find that special woman, and I wouldn’t mind making love again. BanjoDave, 68 seeking: W, l

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INTROVERTED NATURE AND MUSIC LOVER

I work in nature and love to have spontaneous dance parties at home. I’m looking for left-leaning folks for hiking and exploring, spending time with dogs, and the occasional game of Scrabble. I love house music, but also enjoy jazz and soundtracks. Twin Peaks, 90210, and Alien franchises. I’d love to get some friends together for an Alien: Romulus party at the drive-in this summer. TwilogirlVT, 53, seeking: M, Q, NC, NBP, l

BABY BUTCH SEEKS GUIDANCE (Not sexual or romantic.) If you’re queer, an activist or anything of the like, I would love to connect! I’m a genderweird (truly) babydyke butch, and I desperately want to learn from older queers. As much research as I’ve done on gay history, I always want to learn more and connect. If there are any other butches out there, please reach out! antweed, 18, seeking: TM, TW, Q, NC, NBP, l

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COMMUNITY-MINDED AND INDEFENSIBLY JOYFUL

I love writing, dancing, making music, and meaningful action. My favorite conversations are about people’s passions. I like hiking, biking and paddling, but I spend a lot of time happily indoors being social or creative or productive. I’m interested in people of all genders and am seeking a connection that generates joy every day for us both. Sylph 55 seeking: M, W, TM, TW, Q, NC, NBP, l

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LOOKING FOR FUN PEEPS

Fun, open-minded couple seeking playmates. Shoot us a note if interested so we can share details and desires. Jackrabbits, 60, seeking: W, Cp

IN THE ELEVATOR AT CASAVANT

We met this morning while I was taking the trash out. You’re John, I’m Sarah. We talked brieﬂy about how sometimes we feel like our life isn’t our own and that we’re only along for the ride. Remember though, we are the masters of our destiny. You seemed really sad. I’m around if you need a friend. When: Friday, June 21, 2024. Where: In the elevator at Casavant. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916034

SEPTUM RINGS AND SMILES

I forgot to grab a basket at the front and made my way around the right side of the store past the breads. en I saw you and forgot everything that I had come into the store to get to begin with. With a smirky smile you looked at me again and smiled with your eyes. When: Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Where: Shelburne market. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916033

JUNETEENTH

Saw you and thought you were so cute! So hot! en saw you again strolling around town. We passed each other. I had a beard and cutoffs. I really wanted to say hi. Give me a chance over a cup of coffee? When: Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Where: Scout in Winooski. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916032

HOTTIE AT PRIDE

You: Gorgeous smile, dancing in the rain with your rainbow umbrella during the drag show. Your van full of friends didn’t want to brave the rain but you made the best of it. Me: Woman who nervously asked if you wanted to paint our community canvas. Would love to show you how the canvas turned out. When: Saturday, June 8, 2024. Where: Saint Albans Pride. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #916031

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DOG WALK DATE DILEMMA

Caught completely off guard and wishing I was your dog walk date at Five Tree Hill. Random pretty woman introducing herself and dog in middle of the road doesn’t happen often. ere’s not a playbook for that one and I should’ve played along longer. If that date didn’t go well, let’s try that introduction again. When: Monday, June 10, 2024. Where: Williston. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916030

LOVELY BLOND DANCER AT BDJF

Beautiful curly blonde dancing in the crowd at BDJF. You were with your two girlfriends and I was solo curly salt-and-pepper guy. We ended up near each other for set two and the dance party continued. You waved twice as you left before the end of the night. Can we see if the glass slipper ﬁts? When: Saturday, June 8, 2024. Where: Burlington waterfront at Discover Jazz Fest. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916029

SAXON HILL MOUNTAIN BIKING

You and your friend passed a group of us guys when we were at the pond. You said a friendly “hello”. en as you were leaving in your white Jeep Cherokee, you waved goodbye. Care to meet up for a ride someday? When: Friday, May 31, 2024. Where: Saxon Hill trails. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916028

NINJA TURTLE WALLET WOMAN

We ate lunch next to each other at Price Chopper and I was too hypnotized by your pretty eyes and smile to say anything more than, “I should’ve gotten a salad, too.” Let’s have lunch sitting across from each other next time. When: Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Where: Price Chopper. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916027

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My husband and I have very different work schedules. His is much more ﬂexible, and he often has time during the day to take care of chores around the house. I really appreciate everything he does, except he’s really terrible when it comes to doing laundry. He doesn’t separate colors or delicates and just throws everything in the dryer on high. I’ve given him tips, but nothing has sunk in. If he ruins another piece of my clothing, I’m going to lose it. How do I rectify this situation without being mean?

HOT ON A TROT

I see you getting after it. Working on that 5K. Wearing that cool vest. Looking hot AF. Love you very much. XOXO When: Sunday, June 9, 2024. Where: In the streets. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916026

R. ON MATCH

Hello, R. I’m not a member of that site, but I saw your great profile. You have a terrific smile. Too bad there’s no surfing nearby. Let’s do something active in the sun anyway. Start with a SUP outing? I have a spare board. Please say hello. When: Friday, June 7, 2024. Where: Match.com. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916025

SOULMATE

To soulmate ﬂash ﬂash! Keep smiling! When: Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Where: All around. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916024

YOU IN WINOOSKI

ings were held up in Philly FedX but the Eagle landed and it’s great seeing you again face-to-face. My heart always goes “thump-thump.” Signed, the Kid. When: Friday, May 31, 2024. Where: Winooski. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916023

KEN’S PIZZA LUNCH

You: working on your laptop at the bar. Me: blonde, having a late lunch with my son. We exchanged smiles. You had my ﬂabbers gasted and I couldn’t get it together in time to ask for your number. When: Friday, May 31, 2024. Where: Ken’s Pizza. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916022

SUNSET SAILBOAT VIDEO

You were sitting on the end of a dock watching the sunset when my friend and I arrived on a sailboat. As we passed, you took a video. I was the one steering. When: ursday, May 30, 2024. Where: Boathouse dock. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916021

POTENTIAL RIDING BUDDY

Craftsbury Guy, it’s Jess. We met at the little gas station outside of Hardwick. You spoke of your friend Jeff, builder, avid mountain biker and dirt bike single track maker. Should have gotten your number. Wanna ride sometime? When: Sunday, May 26, 2024. Where: Hardwick. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916019

PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS?

I convinced myself many times that my feelings were unrequited. is “energy” that you refer to has me bewildered: perhaps I feel it too? Setting boundaries is all I can promise at this juncture. I am not ready to say “never”. We both need to acknowledge our feelings, as we will most likely be spending time together for years to come. When: Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Where: Her house. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916020

AGE IS JUST A NUMBER

You and what you created are beautiful. I lost my head, please forgive my cheese ball. Nobody likes that. Your energy stops by, sometimes so strong I feel like you are here or on your way. IDK why. I wish you were, but I wish I hadn’t met you now knowing you are out there. Wishing you all the best. When: Friday, May 19, 2023. Where: My house. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916018

EDGEWATER GALLERY

We happened to walk out of the show together. You asked if I saw the northern lights. You were wearing a blue summer dress and a lovely smile. I sensed that you wanted to continue our conversation. I’ve been thinking about you all day. Coffee? When: Saturday, May 25, 2024. Where: Edgewater Gallery. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916017

SUPER HOT GUY AT CHIPOTLE

You were with your girlfriend (or mom?) walking into Chipotle. You were in the passenger seat. Dark brown hair slicked back, black shirt, very tall. I was wearing a ﬂoral dress and sun hat. Almost ran into you walking in as you were walking out, near the door. Just wanted to say you look great. When: Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Where: Chipotle. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916016

AN ANGEL WEARING A SUIT

Andrew, we met on a Sunday last winter. I still think about you every day. Every time I looked at you as we walked on Church Street, your beauty intimidated me. I regret moving away when you tried to kiss me in the parking lot. I wasn’t expecting it and I didn’t want us bonking heads. Love, Andrea When: Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Where: VPB in Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916015

D. Lan y,

Your question reminds me of a Shel Silverstein poem called “Helping.” In it, he writes, “And some kind of help is the kind of help / at helping’s all about / And some kind of help is the kind of help / We all can do without.”

In theory, it’s great that your hubby takes care of the laundry for the two of you, but wrecking your clothes in the process cancels out any beneﬁts. I like to believe that you can teach an old dog new tricks, but if he hasn’t picked up on any of your laundry pointers by now, it’s time to try another tactic.

You could tell him that, while you really appreciate him doing the laundry, you would like to take over

NEON JESUS IN CITY MARKET

I overheard you explaining how to make vegan ramp pasta in a strange British accent to a children’s birthday party. e next day I was delighted to see you in a yellow helmet and neon vest rollerblading through City Market. I think I saw you pocket an avocado but I won’t tell. When: Sunday, May 19, 2024. Where: MetroRock. You: Man. Me: Couple. #916014

JAZZ CAT ON GREEN BIKE

We were eating creemees on North Ave and you biked by on a handmade bicycle. Your ﬂowing mane and handwoven suspenders caught our eye. In climbing shoes, you were playing jazz guitar with an orange cat on your shoulder. A man of many talents? A 24-y/o with a bachelor’s in arts? When: Sunday, May 19, 2024. Where: North Ave. You: Man. Me: Couple. #916013

CUTE GUY WORKING AT REI

I stopped on my way out of REI to look at knives. You showed me the new Benchmade blue knife for using in wet environments. I have a great knife collection. Would love to have a hike and a beer. You: Cute thin guy around 5’7”, tan tee, olive pants. Me: Park Ranger, blonde, denim shorts, Skida cap. When: Monday, May 20, 2024. Where: REI Williston. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916012

STILL WEARING THAT FLOWER

It was a good day to come off the mountain. I’ll be back to buy that orchid. When: Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Where: Pink Shutter. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916011

MUD CITY LOOP GRAVEL RIDER

Saw you biking while I was out running. You were with a friend, wearing a black top (brown hair). We shot each other a quick “hi” and a smile in passing. Would’ve made more conversation but you were throttling a hill. If you want to go biking sometime, give me a shout! When: Sunday, May 19, 2024. Where: Mud City Loop, Morrisville VT. You: Woman. Me: Man. #916010

DOG FOOD AT COSTCO

Saturday afternoon in the self-checkout line. You saw me struggling with my dog food and graciously let me put it in your cart. We chatted for a few minutes, then parted ways. Let me buy you a drink for being so chivalrous? (To conﬁrm it’s you, tell me what kind of dog you said you had!) When: Saturday, May 18, 2024. Where: Costco. You: Man. Me: Woman. #916008

that particular chore. If you’re worried about being mean, use a “You do so much; let me do this” approach. However, if he likes to be a busy bee, he may just keep doing the laundry because he thinks he’s being helpful. Another option, if you have the space for it, is to have two hampers. One is the “community hamper,” in which you put things that can handle his washing style: sheets, towels, his clothes, etc. Put your more delicate items in a separate hamper that you keep in a spot far away from the other one. Let him know that you’re in charge of the things in it because they require special care, and make him promise not to touch it. If this is the biggest problem in your marriage, Cheer up. I think it’ll be pretty easy to turn the Tide and Bounce back.

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