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[Re Off Message: “Christine Hallquist, First Transgender Nominee for Governor, to Face Phil Scott,” August 14]: I wish every article regarding the candidate Christine Hallquist did not have to focus on her being transgender. That is not the issue. We need to know better about her qualifications, experience and positions for her potential leadership. Whether she is straight, gay, transgender or some other animal makes no difference. Just treat her like any other person. You do not introduce Phil Scott as a straight candidate. Wendy Parrish
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[Re “What Election?” August 8]: The Taylor Dobbs story about the lack of energy in this month’s primary campaign included comments from me about U.S. Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and his fundraising practices. While I was disappointed in Welch’s response to my comments (that I didn’t know anything about his practices), the larger point I was trying to make is that most members of Congress, including Welch, spend much of their time calling rich people for money to fund their campaigns. This distracts them from their work and threatens to influence their decision making. I have been a strong supporter of Welch for 20 years. But he and other good people need to do more to change the culture of Congress and make it work, rather than be defensive about the system they are caught up in. Kevin Ellis
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[Re “Last Trash Can Standing: Should Vermont’s Huge Landfill Get Bigger?” August 8]: The situation at the Coventry landfill should prompt considerations of ethics, civic responsibility and oldfashioned neighborliness. Almost the whole state sends its trash there, after regional landfills were rejected. All Vermonters have a moral obligation to view the Coventry landfill as our own responsibility. My trash, which travels from Randolph, is unsightly, unhealthy, even toxic. That it is accepted by a distant small community without many municipal resources, a community that
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ensnaring or crushing wild creatures in traps, leaving them to languish for days, or setting hounds loose to chase bears to exhaustion can be viewed as anything other than cruelty to animals. Nor do I see what enjoyment one could derive from such endeavors. Incredibly, I’ve come to learn, the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department not only condones such activities, it actively supports them! Also, crows and coyotes are killed in great numbers, then tossed on piles to rot. One of the tenets of FWD’s mission is to prevent wanton waste of wildlife, yet it defends those who engage in such wasteful practices. FWD discourages non-hunter/trappers from taking seats on its advisory board.
may overlook the hazards of the landfill because it cannot afford to do otherwise, does not excuse my ignorance about its fate. Vermonters’ continued dependence on the imperfect model of out-of-sight, out-of-mind trash removal, especially when the public relies on a profit-motivated private company to ensure its health and safety, is suspect. Casella Waste Systems makes a profit on the waste that it takes in at the landfill, particularly on out-of-state materials, which were 30 percent of last year’s total waste, including contaminated soil and wastewater treatment sludge. An expansion of the landfill would invite more such materials; on the other hand, if outof-state materials were disallowed, more landfill space would be available. The landfill should be for Vermonters alone, a resource that is our responsibility to keep watch over. If Casella gets all the space it desires, it will have no incentive to diminish the waste stream. Coventry shouldn’t become the waste warehouse for Vermont or New England. Instead, Vermonters must unify around environmentally sound goals, such as effective recycling and composting programs, as well as revisit responsible regional waste disposal.
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A Walk to Remember What better way to take in what’s left of summer than tackling a challenging-yet-rewarding hike? Audubon Vermont and the Pride Center of Vermont team up to host Pride Hikes: Sterling Pond. LGBTQA+ trekkers who climb the steep rock staircase on Sterling Pond Trail in Smugglers’ Notch State Park find breathtaking views from the top. SEE CALENDAR LISTING ON PAGE 54
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Love Songs ArtisTree Music Theatre Festival presents an updated version of the classic revue I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, complete with references to texting and Tinder. Staged at the Grange Theatre in South Pomfret, this off-Broadway favorite is composed of vignettes and songs about first dates, falling in love, losing a spouse, and the heartfelt and hilarious moments in between. SEE CALENDAR LISTING ON PAGE 52
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Moviegoers have heard Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias’ voice in the 2017 animated films Coco, Ferdinand and The Star. The standup comedian brings big laughs to the Champlain Valley Fair in Essex Junction, doling out jokes from the Coca-Cola Grandstand as part of his One Show Fits All World Tour.
Natural World “The theme of nature has become an increasingly loaded subject matter for artists,” writes JoAnne Carson in her artist’s statement. The award-winning creative tackles the topic in “Hyper Flora,” her exhibition of paintings and sculptures, now at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Rachel Elizabeth Jones reviews the work, which explores the relationships between humans and nature, alchemy and science. SEE REVIEW ON PAGE 70
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Making Moves Cycle 4 CMT founder Chris Ouellette started this annual athletic event after his nephew was diagnosed with the progressive neurological disorder Charcot-Marie-Tooth at age 7. Now in its fifth year, the research fundraiser includes multiple routes for bikers and walkers and an epic after-party with a catered meal, Vermont brews, live tunes and a giant silent auction. SEE CALENDAR LISTING ON PAGE 55
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The Friends for A_Dog Foundation is going all out for the fifth annual A_Dog Day, a citywide celebration of the life and legacy of the late DJ Andy “A_Dog” Williams. Friends and fans find pro and amateur skateboarding demos, live bands, break dancing, visual art and dozens of DJs at venues around Burlington.
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Not all the communications have been positive. “We have had threats,” Russell said. “We have to be vigilant.” The campaign has consulted with local law enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation and referred one specific threat to the feds. Russell has committed it to memory: “If you win, me and my boys are going to come and do a JFK on you.” Charming.
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As Hallquist’s team does its best to handle the historic dimension of her candidacy and the importance it has assumed in the minds of so many, it also doesn’t want to lose sight of its goal. “The best way to honor that importance is to be the best possible candidate and actually become governor,” Russell said. Republican Gov. PHIL SCOTT’s campaign manager said his team intends to keep the poison out of his reelection effort. “The governor said he’s always run positive, issue-oriented campaigns and will continue to do so,” BRITTNEY WILSON said. “We’ve seen derogatory comments. They’re disappointing and unacceptable.” Hallquist has frequently spoken of her intent to run a civil campaign. She and the governor know and respect each other. The hate is unlikely to find fertile soil in Vermont.
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Vermont’s vociferous gun-rights advocates promised electoral retribution for the lawmakers who passed, and the governor who signed, a series of gun restrictions this spring. The August 14 primary was the first test of their political muscle. Would they be able to defeat politicians who’d dared to oppose them? Eh, not so much. “I think they had some effect,” said JACK MOULTON, executive director of the Vermont Republican Party. “Not as much as they were hoping to have.” Moulton, of course, has a real interest in keeping a light on for gun-rights owners.
Supporters of gun restrictions, on the other hand, are feeling their oats. “As far as I can tell, there is zero evidence of any effect,” said Sen. PHIL BARUTH (D/P-Chittenden), one of the leaders in the Senate push for gun restrictions. “These people were successful for years at threatening to vote people out, but they were never tested. They’ve been bluffing on a busted flush.” Baruth isn’t exactly an unbiased observer. He is the officeholder that the gun-rights crowd would most like to defeat. ”We’d love to beat Phil Baruth,” said ED CUTLER, president of Gun Owners of Vermont, a prominent pro-gun organization. “He’s been a thorn in our side.” The group counseled its supporters to vote strategically in the Chittenden County Democratic Senate primary — casting votes only for the three nonincumbents, FINNIAN BOARDMAN ABBEY, VAL CARZELLO and STEVE MAY. Not because they believed the challengers were pro-gun; the goal was simply to defeat incumbents who’d voted in favor of gun restrictions. In the end, all six incumbents sailed to victory — although Cutler, reaching for signs of the group’s influence, noted hopefully that Baruth finished in fifth place. Elsewhere in the state, Cutler claimed “a few” victories in House primaries, although he couldn’t recall any specifics. One primary winner may have ridden gun issues to victory. ED LARSON, executive director of the Vermont Traditions Coalition, a leading advocacy group for gun rights, came in third in a fiveman race for three nominations in the Rutland County Republican Senate primary. Larson finished a mere five votes ahead of TERRY WILLIAMS, who may seek a recount. All five candidates support gun rights, but Larson’s visibility may have made a crucial difference. Another notable sign of gun voters’ influence was the Republican gubernatorial primary result. Gun-rights candidate KEITH STERN took 31.6 percent of the vote, a respectable showing against Scott, a well-known incumbent. But Stern’s 11,669 votes constituted only 9 percent of total primary votes cast: Republican, Democratic and Progressive. Even if you credit every one of Stern’s votes to gun-rights advocacy, 9 percent of a small primary electorate isn’t exactly evidence of a mass movement. Gun Owners of Vermont’s other attempt to influence the gubernatorial
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A familiar name is gone from the Burlington Free Press’ masthead. CLOVER WHITHAM had been an editor at the paper since 2007. Most recently she sported one of those new-agey job titles so en vogue at Gannett newspapers — “passion topics content coach.” Her departure was purely voluntary, unlike so many others who fell victim to cost-cutting. “I had a chance to try something new,” Whitham said, after 10 years at what she described as her “dream job” — working for what was once the largest newspaper in her home state. She’ll be working as a freelance writer and editor. “I have a lot of projects I want to do,” she said, and now she’ll have more flexibility to tackle them. Her former boss, executive editor MICHAEL KILIAN, praised Whitham’s “creativity and leadership” as “integral to serving Burlington Free Press readers … over the past decade.” The Free Press is recruiting a new passion topics content coach. Reading the job description is, frankly, a bit depressing. The coach, it says, “Pays close attention to metrics, particularly story page views and mobile video views.” So reporting efforts are driven by popularity, not importance? The content coach is also expected to take part in community events “for networking, branding and promotional purposes” and coordinate “with our marketing, advertising and customer service departments on joint initiatives.” Ewww. I realize that newspapers are fighting for survival, but isn’t there a tradition of separation between news and marketing? Meanwhile, on the weekly newspaper front, the Stowe Reporter Group has extended its reach in Chittenden County with the purchase of the Other Paper in South Burlington. In May 2017, the group acquired the Shelburne News and the Citizen, which covers Charlotte and Hinesburg. JUDY KEARNS, who has owned the Other Paper for roughly a decade, will take a staff position with its new owner. The newspaper group now owns a total of six weeklies; the others are the Stowe Reporter, the Waterbury Record and the News & Citizen of Morrisville. m
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election — its backing of gun-rightssupporting write-in candidate Sen. JOHN RODGERS (D-Essex/Orleans) in the Democratic primary — was a complete bust. Rodgers finished with a little more than 1,000 out of 70,000 Democratic votes cast. That was well behind Scott himself, who received 2.5 times as many Democratic write-in votes as Rodgers. Still, Cutler is far from ready to give up. With Hallquist and Scott, two supporters of this year’s gun laws, facing off for governor, Cutler said his group will concentrate on the race for lieutenant governor and promoting gun-friendly legislative candidates. He cites House Minority Leader DON TURNER (R-Milton), the Republican challenger to Progressive/Democrat Lt. Gov. DAVID ZUCKERMAN, as a valued ally of long standing. Otherwise, said Cutler, “We’ll concentrate mostly on the Senate.” He noted that the most controversial of this year’s gun bills, S.55, passed on a 17-13 vote. Electing a couple of pro-gun senators could change the balance of power. “That’s where we’ll put about 70 percent of our efforts,” said Cutler. Which seats will be targeted? Gun Owners of Vermont will back the two Republican Senate hopefuls from Chittenden County, ALEX FARRELL and DANA MAXFIELD; it’s also likely to endorse former state representative PAUL DAME, who qualified for a Republican nomination through write-in votes. The group also sees opportunity in Washington County, where three progun Republicans will vie for three seats now in the Democratic caucus, and in Orange County, where Republican BILL HUFF faces incumbent Sen. MARK MACDONALD (D-Orange). That wish list seems unlikely to become reality. Republicans have targeted MacDonald without success in recent election cycles. In 2016, a much better year for Republicans than 2018 looks to be, MacDonald won reelection by 12 percentage points. Washington County has become a liberal stronghold. Same with Chittenden: The only Republican to win a Senate campaign in recent years was the moderate DIANE SNELLING. Baruth is unworried. He noted that a preprimary Facebook message from Gun Owners of Vermont vice president BOB DEPINO closed with “Third rail, baby!” The gun issue did appear to be the untouchable “third rail” of Vermont politics — until now. But after the primary, the third rail seems to be carrying no juice. The November election is the next
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t sounds like the height of absurdity: The Vermont Agency of Transportation started work in July on a four-year project to build two new drawbridges across the channel between Grand Isle and North Hero. But planners say constructing a pair of spans — the first one a temporary structure — is the only way to keep cars and boats moving during a bridgereplacement project on Route 2. This complication, and the expense of the drawbridge mechanisms, will make the $59 million project one of the most expensive in VTrans’ history. The state is paying 15 percent of the cost, with federal funds covering the rest. The road is a crucial link for people headed south toward the Vermont mainland. Roughly 3,000 to 4,000 vehicles cross the North Hero-Grand Isle bridge every day. Without it, the best route from North Hero to Burlington would be to drive north to Swanton, then double back south. A 35-minute trip would turn into an hourlong journey. “The detour is significant,” said Greg Wilcox, VTrans’ resident engineer on the project. “It’s definitely on everyone’s mind.” The drawbridge, the only one in Vermont for vehicles, makes it possible for sailboats and large motor vessels to pass through the channel between Grand Isle and North Hero. Boat traffic may seem like a less pressing issue — so what if a sailboat can’t pass through for a leisurely day on the lake? But the U.S. Coast Guard, which permits and regulates the bridge, requires the state to be prepared to open and close it on a regular schedule and during emergencies between May 15 and October 15. Otherwise, the state could face fines of as much as $20,000 for each missed hourly opening. VTrans project manager Todd Sumner said Coast Guard officials have been reasonable in the past. When the bridge malfunctioned and stopped working briefly last September, Sumner said, the state repaired it quickly and wasn’t fined. “We’re just hoping that the [old] bridge keeps opening for the rest of this year,” he said. Project planners did not want to alter the footprint of the bridge, Wilcox said, because it would create permitting difficulties.
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They considered splitting the existing the open position, so that boats can pass drawbridge in half lengthwise and re- freely through the channel. After that, workers will build the new placing one lane while keeping the other functional to accommodate boats and permanent bridge. Once it is ready for cars. Sumner said that plan would have traffic, the precisely engineered and merequired single-lane traffic during the thodically built temporary bridge will be entire project. Besides the traffic delays, demolished. The old bridge, constructed in 1953, Sumner said, he wasn’t completely sure the bridge would have functioned prop- is so worn out that the state got special permission from the Coast erly in that scenario. Guard in 2016 to open it once Instead, contracan hour instead of twice to tors broke ground this reduce wear and tear. The summer on a temporary state spent $1 million repairdrawbridge adjacent to ing it that year, and Wilcox the existing one. The said it’s becoming difficult new bridge — expected to find replacement parts. to cost $13 million — “The technology that will open and close on that bridge has ... it’s anthe hour for any boaters cient,” Wilcox said. who radio the VTrans GRE G W I L C OX All of the moving operator to request paspieces are what make sage. (A state-employed bridge operator is on-site 24-7 during this project, a 259-foot bridge across an 81-foot channel, so expensive. The the summer months.) When the temporary bridge opens only one that competes in terms of next spring, the old bridge will be raised cost, Sumner said, is the recently comfor the last time and dismantled while in pleted $60 million bridge that carries
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Emily Clark co-owns Ladd’s Landing Marina on Grand Isle, next to the southern end of the bridge. She said the state has been receptive to most of the issues she’s raised during construction, though she was frustrated with the project’s timing. To her annoyance, the lane closure perfectly overlapped with summer. “We would’ve much preferred them to do that part of the work after the peak of the season,” she said. Last week, VTrans took down the temporary traffic lights that had stopped vehicles during the weeks of single-lane work. Clark said things have since smoothed out, and the disruption “ended up not being as troubling as people feared.” Overall, Camp said, the job hasn’t hurt business. “We’ve just gone through the busiest time of the year,” he said. “We’re now on the back side, so we’ve seen as bad as it can be. And it’s not bad.” Wilcox said he understood why local shop owners were concerned, but Coast Guard requirements drove the scheduling. In order to keep the boating channel open until October 15 and then have the temporary bridge ready to go by May 15, construction had to be timed just so. Even with the July start, employees of Cianbro, the Maine-based company
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New housing is being developed in the downtown. Mark Lenza, a landlord who rents space to several businesses, is adding an apartment to a second floor of a retail building, and said he’s considering doing the same in a second building. Hauben and Manchester Designer Outlets are creating four new apartments in two existing buildings. Zoning adopted in June encourages even more housing by allowing higher density and taller buildings. The changes minimize red tape for landlords who want to convert retail space to housing. Storefronts that once rented for $25 or $30 a square foot are down to $15 to $20 per square foot, according to Carroccio. That has allowed retailers — including Proft and the Ellenbogens — to set up shop. And when landlords Bill Drunsic and his son Steve redeveloped a centuryold Factory Point National Bank building along Main Street, locals had the means to set up two new restaurants on the first floor. The Drunsics built four luxury condo units above the eateries. The changes are “hardly a tidal wave,” said Andrew McKeever, news director at Greater Northshire Access Television and former editor of the weekly Manchester Journal, noting that Manchester may never return to its former vibrancy. But, he added, “It’s certainly a trend.” It’s a trend that Manchester business owners are hoping to capitalize on — and market to the outside world. On a sunny Wednesday in late July, couples shopped at the Manchester Country Store and sipped iced coffees in the shade of the Spiral Press Café. Two girls in the area for a horse show in nearby East Dorset walked down a sidewalk holding shopping bags and Starbucks drinks. Newspaper-plastered windows made some vacant stores easy to spot. But only about 15 stores are empty, according to Carroccio — fewer than a third of the number from just a couple of years ago. Manchester’s meals, rooms and alcohol tax revenues have risen 38 percent over the last six years, to $454,000, O’Keefe said. That’s a result of growing business at the cafés and restaurants, hotels, and bars. Taxable retail sales have improved, climbing to $98 million last year, though still well short of the 2008 peak. O’Keefe uses “experiential” to describe Manchester’s future. He pointed to the appeal of sampling cheese and sausage at Fortuna’s Sausage downtown or picking a fresh baguette at Nature’s Market. “A lot of what we sell here is experience,” he said. “Amazon can’t do that.” m
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etective Sgt. James Roy of the Colchester Police Department held up a black flip-flop sandal so his audience could see it. Then, like a magician performing a trick, he took a small Allen wrench-like tool, stuck it into the sandal’s side and turned. With a small paper cup in his other hand, Roy tipped the footwear and poured out clear liquid — in this case, water. The heel of the Reef brand shoe doubles as a flask. “You could have a student standing on eight ounces of alcohol, and you’d never know the difference,” Roy told the five school administrators seated before him, some of whom shook their heads in disbelief as if he’d just sawed a volunteer in half. “Those cost me $23 on Amazon.” Since 1989, Roy has studied intoxicants and how they affect the human body. The stout 57-year-old cop with a walrus mustache and close-cropped white hair is one of about 50 law enforcement drug-recognition experts in Vermont. Police summon DREs when they suspect a driver is under the influence of something other than alcohol. On this day in early August, though, Roy was sharing his knowledge with Colchester educators — something he’s done with approximately 3,000 teachers, administrators and nurses across Vermont — in anticipation of the new school year. He had transformed a space at the Colchester Police Department into a classroom in which the “pupils” were high school principal Heather Baron; assistant principals Erica LeClair and Chad DeMagistris; director of student support services Jean Shea; and Julie Tanguay, director of student support services at the middle school. A major emphasis of the two-day training, Roy told his neophytes, was learning how to assess a young person for signs of drug use — in school or out. “It’s difficult,” the veteran cop admitted. “It’s like watching your own child grow ... We see them every day, and
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we’re not picking up on those subtle changes. But with some clear focus and with some attention paid to that, you can.” Educators should be careful not to miss an opportunity to intervene, he said. The attendees took notes as Roy delivered a mix of science and health information interspersed with history lessons and war stories from life on the beat. He reminded the group that one of the Colchester Police Department’s own — former officer Tyler Kinney — stole heroin from the police evidence room and used it for months. None of his colleagues noticed. Easier to detect? Roy showed a mug shot of a drunk and disheveled Nick Nolte in a colorful Hawaiian shirt that went viral when the actor was busted for DUI in 2002. Another projected image showed a guy smiling, with silver paint all over his face, after being arrested for huffing spray paint for the 48th time. Throughout the day, Roy described different drugs, their effects on the body and mind, and recognizable signs
that someone is intoxicated. A person with pinpoint-sized pupils might be on heroin, he said, while an elevated pulse rate could indicate cocaine use. “How many of you pay attention to pupil size — anybody?” Roy asked. No one raised a hand. “That’s like the No. 1 fact finder,” Roy said. Referencing the old adage about eyes being the “windows to the soul,” he said, “I have no clue about that, but it is a direct pathway to the central nervous system.” He described the different drug categories: central nervous system depressants, such as Ambien and alcohol; stimulants, such as cocaine and Adderall; hallucinogens, such as LSD and magic mushrooms; and dissociative anesthetics, such as ketamine and dextromethorphan, aka DXM, a drug found in cough medicines. “I’ve seen thousands of folks under the influence of drugs,” Roy said. “I have never seen anybody more messed up, more profoundly impaired, than an 18-year-old girl from Winooski who had taken DXM.”
One administrator chimed in, “That was a big thing when I was in college. People would drink Robitussin.” Roy confirmed that students still “Robotrip,” but they’ve gotten savvier: Some websites provide tutorials on how to extract the psychoactive material, making it more dangerous — and easier — to get high. “Kids are certainly aware that these websites exist,” Roy said. “We have to pay attention to what’s going on out there. We can’t have our heads buried in the sand.” And it’s not just obscure websites in dark corners of the internet, he noted. Roy displayed an Axe body spray advertisement that showed an open refrigerator filled with cans of whipped cream. Outside the fridge, a single can of Axe promised “The new, longer lasting Axe effect.” Such aerosol containers use nitrous oxide to expel their contents, and teens have long huffed the stuff to get stoned. “Oh, my God, that’s an Axe ad?” one administrator asked, aghast.
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Similarly, cannabis businesses in states with legal weed sales appear to market gummy bear edibles and laced chocolates with names like Buddhafinger and 3 Rastateers to young people. Marijuana is now legal in Vermont for adults 21 and older, and Roy suggested it’s only a matter of time before such products show up in the Green Mountain State, though retail remains off-limits for now. Roy described research that shows cannabis can have detrimental effects on the still-developing brains of teens. And pot today is much more potent than it was decades ago, he added. He showed images of a commercial grow operation he visited in Colorado, which legalized recreational cannabis in 2012. “These are incredibly genetically engineered plants, given the best opportunity to grow with folks who have PhDs in growing stuff,” he said. “It’s amazing what they’re producing.” During a break, principal Baron said legal weed wasn’t the impetus for taking the course. She and her
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administrative team all started their jobs in Colchester within the last three years, and they decided that “it would be really smart for us to have the training all at once together.” “I just think it’s a reality that kids are engaging in drinking and doing drugs,” Baron continued, echoing what high school principals have known since the ’60s. “And the more we can be on top of it with them — the better educated we can be — we can better help them navigate that world.” If Roy is right, it’s a world filled with dangers and dumb decisions. He recounted the tale of a young man on an acid trip who jumped naked from a friend’s car and ran into Lake Champlain. Police found him clinging to a boat docked in Malletts Bay. And the story of the male and female students at one Vermont school who would soak tampons in vodka “and insert them into their bodies and get alcohol into their system that way.” He also cautioned educators that odd behaviors aren’t all drug-related. For instance, a student with a head injury could have different size pupils. In 2002, Vermont police chased Rodney Mayo as he drove the wrong way on Interstate 89. He was in diabetic shock and didn’t know what he was doing. “Take everything into account and interpret everything properly, but don’t focus on just one piece,” Roy said. Near the end of day one, the administrators and Roy discussed best practices for speaking with students suspected of drug use and how to deal with their reactions. Knowledge would support the adults’ authority, Roy advised. “If you are engaged, you know what you’re talking about and you’re able to talk with that person about what’s going on, they’ll more likely than not be honest with you,” Roy said. Presented with evidence, “It’s easier for them to say, ‘Yeeaah, I think you got me.’” Baron agreed. “We come from a place of care,” she said, as if addressing the students directly. “There will be consequences, but we’re here to help you.” m
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Roy nodded. “You all drew from it that that one can would get you as high as maybe all of those cans, in terms of nitrous oxide,” he said of the ad’s not-so-subtle message. It appeared in a national video game magazine, Roy noted, while the company simultaneously distributed free samples of Axe to schools. “A lot of this stuff doesn’t happen by accident,” Roy told the class. “There are lots of undercurrents and influence going on that we as adults sometimes don’t pay any attention to.”
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1927-2018, TEGA CAY, SOUTH CAROLINA On Monday, August 13, 2018, Clare Stahl passed away at age 91 in Tega Cay, S.C. She previously resided in Madison, N.J.; Hamburg, N.Y.; and South Burlington, Vt. Clare was born on May 4, 1927, in Orange, N.J., to Arthur and Leonora Holmes. She received a BA in political science from Wilson College, her great-aunt’s alma mater. She married Richard Stahl on February 4, 1950, and they raised two daughters. Clare made friends wherever she went and welcomed everyone into her home without hesitation. Forever curious, she was an intrepid traveler, voracious reader, librarian, gardener, knitter, silk-screener, “Jeopardy!” aficionado and queen of the fresh blueberry pie. Throughout her life, she was active in her churches and the League of Women Voters. Clare was preceded in death by her loving husband, Dick; her brother Bill; her parents; and her stepmother, Lillian. She is survived by her beloved sister Marge Brown of Simsbury, Conn.; her loving daughters, Pat Sears (Michael Rosenberg) of Winooski, Vt., and Barb Gueltig (Terry) of Tega Cay, S.C.; her adored grandchildren, Sarah Sears, Taylor Sears, Heather Ledbetter and Kelly Mims; her cherished stepgrandchildren, Tom, Rob, Jon and Mike; and her beloved great-grandchildren, Sam, Raylee and Emery Clare, who made her final years such a delight. Funeral and burial services will be held by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Clare’s name to your local library or the League of Women Voters.
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1946-2018 Antonino “Tony” Di Ruocco was born on February 9, 1946, in Capri, Italy. Tony’s involvement in the restaurant business began in Capri at Al Piccolo Bar, from 1960 through 1966. He enlisted in the mandatory Italian military service in the Navy and was discharged in 1968 with the rank of petty officer. He moved to Switzerland to travel and for more opportunity. He worked in various bars and restaurants in Switzerland from 1968 through
Capri, Lo Zodiaco, for several summer seasons throughout the years. In 2005, he was diagnosed with metastatic bladder cancer and beat all odds by going into full remission for 13 years. He worked for the Alpha Gamma Rho agricultural fraternity at the University of Vermont for several years following this recovery. He took great pleasure in cooking for the boys and educating them in the ways of the world and to not wear their hats at the table. Together they held several dining fundraisers for cancer and other worthy causes. He also worked for a summer season in 2016 at the Westhaven Retreat in Nelson, New Zealand. In 2017, Tony was diagnosed again with metastatic bladder cancer, from which he passed away on August 12, 2018, at the Vermont Respite House. He was beloved by all who knew him and is greatly missed. He is survived by his children, Luciana and Ciro; his ex-wife, Patricia; his mother-in-law Jean Ruth Connolly; his brother and sister in Italy; and many nieces and nephews in Italy. He is predeceased by his parents, Luigi and Clotilde DiRuocco, and his brother-inlaw Antonio Bianco. Tony’s zest for life, food, people and travel took him around the world, where he made close friends with everyone he met. A celebration of Tony’s life is being held on Tuesday, August 28, starting at noon at the All Souls Interfaith Chapel in Shelburne. If you plan to attend, please come in bright colors. Tony often wore salmon, yellow, purple and light blue. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the Antonino Di Ruocco Memorial Fund at the Northfield Savings Bank in Waterbury. This fund will serve as the base of an organization being established by Tony’s children in his name for the advancement of innovative treatments for metastatic bladder cancer.
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1951-2018, MACHIAS, MAINE As anyone who had ever sat in a pew during one of his sermons, read his “Observer” columns in the Charlotte News, swapped songs with him around a campfire or taken a long drive to points unknown with him would tell you, Mark Bolles was a born storyteller. And because his life’s philosophy was to “Say yes and work out the details later,” many of his best stories were his own. Mark lived a full and fascinating life. He was born to Henry and Doreen Bolles on August 21, 1951, in Providence, R.I., and his early years revolved around the Beneficent Congregational Church. Mark moved his young family to Bangor, Maine, in 1983 to study theology at Bangor Theological Seminary. In 1985, he was assigned to the Machiasport Congregational Church in Machiasport, Maine, as a student pastor, which began his lifelong love for Down East Maine. During this time, he also served the Marshfield Congregational Church in Marshfield, Maine, and earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Maine at Machias. In 1989, he accepted a call to the Charlotte Congregational Church, where he served for a decade. He immersed himself in the Charlotte community, not only through his ministry, but as a school bus driver for the Charlotte Central School and
as a columnist for the Charlotte News. Faith and community would provide Mark a road map for life, particularly in his career as a minister. But he relished detours, too. He left the church in 1999 and began a second career as an owner/operator of a tour bus company, Bristol Tours. While he loved his time in Vermont, Mark’s heart never really left Maine. Nor did his soul ever really leave the pulpit. He returned to both in 2015, accepting a call to the Whitneyville Congregational Church in Whitneyville, Maine, and moving to Machias with his wife, Susan. Regardless of where he was, Mark was a devoted father, grandfather and husband. He was an asset to any community in which he found himself. While he sometimes took an unconventional approach to ministry, he was a brilliant and progressive preacher whose eloquent, clever sermons taught love, understanding and compassion — words he lived by to his dying day through actions large and small, whether comforting parishioners, offering an easy smile to his passengers, picking up hitchhikers or helping to rebuild Southern churches devastated by arson, among countless other examples. His passion for music, driving and Down East Maine were outstripped only by his love for his family and his desire to make the world a better place for those who needed it most. Mark died surrounded by family at the Down East Community Hospital in Machias, Maine, on Sunday, August 12, following a lengthy illness with lung cancer. He is survived by his wife, Susan; his four children, Daniel, Tyler, Ariel and stepson Daniel Noel; Tyler’s wife, Kate Lasko, and their children, Arlo and Griffin Bolles; Ariel’s husband, Spencer Ham; his father, Henry; and his three brothers, Gary,
Matt and Jay. He was predeceased by his first wife, Carolyn Wood. A celebration of life will be held at the Whitneyville Congregational Church on Saturday, September 1, at 2 p.m. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Mark W. Bolles Community Fund, which offers aid to those in need throughout the Washington County area. Checks can be made payable to the Whitneyville Congregational Church at 19 South Main Street, Whitneyville, ME 04654.
1975. During this time, he rubbed elbows with various famous artists, such as the Rolling Stones and Deep Purple. At this time, he met and fell in love with Patricia Ann Smith and found himself in the kitchen as a cook in Switzerland. When Patricia’s father became ill in Canada, she left Switzerland. Tony sold his red Lancia sports car and got a visa to come to Canada. Tony then worked in various restaurants in Canada from 1975 through 1979. Patricia and Tony married in 1976. They decided to build a restaurant with the help of Patricia’s mother, Jean Ruth Connolly, and her husband, Robert Connolly, in Waterbury, Vt. In 1978, their daughter, Luciana, was born. The Villa Tragara restaurant was opened in 1980 and remained open for 22 years. In 1984, the couple’s son, Ciro, was born. The Villa Tragara won many awards and became world renowned. The restaurant and some of its recipes were highlighted in various local and national magazines throughout the years. Patricia and Tony were awarded the Insegna Del Risotrante Italiano by the president of Italy in 1999 for being one of the most prestigious Italian culinary establishments outside of Italy. The restaurant was also mentioned in the United States Congressional Record and won the Restaurateur of the Year award from the Vermont Restaurant and Lodging Association in 2000. Tony taught culinary classes at the Essex Technical School and performed culinary demonstrations at the New England Culinary Institute and for various other food and wine events around Vermont. Tony was one of the founding members of the Vermont Fresh Network in the 1980s. The network brings local farm products to restaurant tables around Vermont. Following the close of Villa Tragara, Tony worked in his brother Ciro’s restaurant in
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Three months later, I was on a plane bound for Uganda with my ten-year-old daughter.
The poems in SUE D. BURTON’s first book are delirious in the best way. Images of the woman in the magician’s box dominate this collection. We see her trick in all its magic and mundanity as, having been seemingly sawn in half, she leaps out — alive, or maybe half dead. As Burton contemplates this absurd vessel, we are brought to contemplate our vessels, too. And to contemplate what is real about a poem: the person who wrote it, the one who reads it, or only the words? Burton demonstrates this twisty thinking when she inserts herself into the very first poem in the collection, “The Abortionist Goes to the Grocery Store.” She says, “I am the one who winces at the title,” signaling to her readers that she is here, reading with us. She is very much inside this box of a book, but, then again, she is not. Burton drives the paradox home in “The Woman Who Is Sawn in Half Is in Love With Oliver Sacks”: “Is it better for me to love the Adrienne Rich who built / the poem, or the Adrienne Rich inside the poem?” These jumps from reality to unreality, paired with her muscular, jockeying language, makes for a delightfully dizzying read.
That journey is key to this combination of memoir, self-help book and anthology from central Vermont writer AMY CARST. Her thesis echoes a common theme of today’s political pundits: Americans need to get outside their social media echo chambers and interact with a true diversity of “flesh and blood human beings.” For Carst, we learn, that meant leaving the statusdriven rat race and “embrac[ing] the black sheep within.” When she visited Uganda’s Malayaka House, an orphanage founded by American Robert Fleming, she found a sense of purpose — a “tribe.” Putting her philosophy in practice, Carst fills her book with interviews whose subjects range from Arun Gandhi (author of The Gift of Anger) to a Vermont trans woman and her wife to a refugee from Laos to a Jordanian family man to a medium. While many of Carst’s insights are familiar, her faith in the power of listening and understanding is inspiring. And she’s putting her money where her mouth is by donating all proceeds from book sales to Malayaka House.
In this piano instruction book, Barre concert pianist and teacher ALISON CHEROFF aims to appeal to beginners with short exercises on the scale and colorful watercolors. The book doesn’t explain what bananas have to do with learning to play the piano, nor does it define its made-up words such as “Oob,” “Elfsplight” and “Igs,” but it’s all in good fun. And it can’t hurt to have fun when learning a complex instrument. In addition to the artwork and playful text, Cheroff, who has a website called the Pain-Free Pianist, imparts serious information: how to position the hands to avoid injury. Line drawings sprinkled throughout demonstrate just that. For more seasoned players who may experience keyboard-related tendonitis, that’s music to the ears.
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All of us Vermonters who publicly worked for Henry Wallace were named in your columns as suspicious characters who ought to be deported to Moscow — or words to that effect.
Christopher S. Wren, Simon & Schuster, 320 pages. $26.
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Archival research forms the backbone of this slim volume, which succinctly maps the most notable effects of the midcentury “Red Scare” on Vermont — and vice versa. A self-described “red diaper baby” who grew up in Yonkers, N.Y., RICK WINSTON moved to Adamant, Vt., in 1970. He describes Red Scare as the natural outgrowth of a conference he helped organize in Montpelier in 1998 called Vermont in the McCarthy Era. Though Winston suggests that Vermont was less rocked by the era’s fear and scandals than other parts of America, he is quick to draw parallels between the 2016 and 1948 presidential campaigns of Bernie Sanders and Henry Wallace, respectively. Finding further timely parallels, Winston points out that Donald Trump’s “mentor in public life was Roy Cohn, Joseph McCarthy’s indispensable aide.” He continues, “We have a president who is quick to use the words ‘McCarthyism’ and ‘witch hunt,’ but who himself uses the weapons deployed by the ‘witch-hunters.’” Overall, Red Scare crafts a useful bridge between the past and present politics of sensationalism, one that might prove particularly rewarding to newshounds and political history buffs with Vermont ties.
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ast winter, the Paris Review published a series of commentaries that attempted to answer the question: What is poetry now? Nestled in the four reports is a keen observation from poet Shane McCrae, who writes that political and confessional poems are having a moment. “Their interdependence,” he elaborates, “has opened spaces for voices that have not been well represented, or represented at all, in American poetry before.” Many of those newly emerging voices belong to one of the most accessible subsets of today’s poets: young female writers who got their start on the internet. These are the poets who make verse viral, have avid followers, and are often derided as lowbrow or simplistic. They use Instagram or YouTube to reach their readers and listeners. Think Rupi Kaur, Hollie McNish, Sarah Kay and Olivia Gatwood. Gatwood, known for her 2016 viral performance of “Ode to My Bitch Face,” will read at Karma Bird House in Burlington on Saturday, August 25, as part of her Alternate Universe Tour. She’ll be joined by poets Joaquina Mertz and Angelica Maria Aguilera. Gatwood’s words describe the experience of being a young woman in America. In her verse she addresses harassment, sexuality and shame, making a lyrical attempt to transform and understand that emotion, exploring where it comes from and why we shouldn’t feel it. The 26-year-old writer recently published a book of poems titled New American Best Friend and has
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interpret it their own way. It doesn’t need to be listened to to make sense. SD: I had a professor once tell me never to share poems on social media or on the internet, only in a “reputable” journal. How do you deal with that kind of old-guard thinking about the “right” venue for poems? OG: I think, because I was raised in spoken word, I never was severely impacted by what I think is often a very elitist, hyper-literary, inaccessible poetry world. I was raised with the understanding that poetry is for everybody, and that poetry should be accessible, and it should be consumed widely. I grew up going to open mics at bars. When you’re raised in spoken word, you can feel not as good or not as smart as other writers. And I think that that idea, that spoken word is not as worthy as other poetry, is honestly rooted in classism and racism. Modern-day spoken word is predominantly [performed] by marginalized communities. So I think it’s really easy for the white literary world to look at it and say, “That’s not real poetry.” I just was lucky it never truly impacted me. It was something I had to consider, and for a while I had to grapple with, and I struggled with wanting to write poems that were taken seriously versus poems that were true to me. And then also [to] define what it means to be taken seriously. If my primary readership is teenage girls, does that mean my poems aren’t serious? And if my poems aren’t serious because of that, then what does that mean? What does that say about what we think of teenage girls? Which is to say, I don’t agree that your poetry shouldn’t be on social media. You know? If you want to reserve some poems to be in journals, great. But some of the best-selling poets got their start on Tumblr [and] Instagram. I don’t know that there’s one way of existing as a poet right now. SD: Your tour is called Alternate Universe Tour. Where did that title come from? OG: I have a poem called “Alternate Universe in Which I Am Unfazed by the Men Who Do Not Love Me.” And I wanted the title of the tour to be a reference to one of my poems, to kind of ground people who have been following my work and make them excited about coming. But I was also thinking, a lot of people come to poetry to feel validated and to feel seen and heard about things that have previously been ignored, or [that] they’ve been told they’re crazy for feeling. I’m imagining that our show as an entity is an alternate universe where people can exist as themselves, wholly and unapologetically and free of shame. And, even for two hours in time, to feel like there are people in the world who believe them. I think that’s a rare experience. m
INFO Olivia Gatwood, Saturday, August 25, 7 p.m., at the Karma Bird House, Burlington. $12 advance; $15 door. oliviagatwood.com
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hat do filmmakers Steve the streets and period street lamps that James, Peter Davis, Barbara they found in a basement in Montpelier.” Kopple, David Wasco and Wasco, who grew up in the Sandy Reynolds-Wasco Bennington area, will return with his have in common? Besides having re- wife to the Green Mountain State on ceived seven Academy Award nomina- Saturday, August 25, for a presentation tions and five wins among them, they’ll featuring hundreds of behind-theall be in Addison County this weekend scenes slides from the making of La La for the fourth annual MIDDLEBURY NEW Land. FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL. “It’s unbelievable the amount of Nearly 60 filmmakers will attend depth they’ve captured with these phothis year’s festival, according to MNFF tographs,” Komesar says. producer LLOYD KOMESAR. While the fest’s Davis won an Oscar for his 1974 documarquee speakers are industry veterans, mentary Hearts and Minds, a searing and most of the guests are first- or second- controversial survey of America’s intime filmmakers. volvement in the Vietnam War. The film That group includes director Juliane will be screened on Saturday, followed Dressner, whose feature debut Personal by a Q&A with the director. Statement will serve as the openingThe Vietnam era will also be examnight film on Thursday, August 23. The ined during a Friday, August 24, matinee documentary tracks students at three screening of Dateline: Saigon, a profile of Brooklyn high schools who become five Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists peer advisers because their schools lack — including Malcolm Browne, famed the resources to fund college guidance for his 1963 photo of the self-immolation counselors. Besides Dressner, the post- of Buddhist monk Thich Quang Duc. screening Q&A will feature producer First-time director Tom Herman will and 1991 Middlebury College graduate be joined onstage by Thetford resident Beth Levison, as well as three students LE LIEU BROWNE — the widow of Malcolm featured in the film. Browne — and Marine Corps veteran “We anticipate opening night will be Thomas Vallely, who served as a senior turbocharged when they take the stage adviser on Ken Burns’ PBS series “The along with the director and the pro- Vietnam War.” ducer,” Komesar says. James, perhaps best known for his Wasco and Reynolds-Wasco, the groundbreaking 1994 documentary Hoop married production designers who Dreams, will answer questions Friday have worked extensively with A-list morning following the screening of the directors Quentin Tarantino and Wes first two episodes of his upcoming Starz Anderson, earned their first Oscar in series “America to Me,” about a progres2017 for Damien sive Chicago-area Chazelle’s elpublic high school. egantly stylized Later that evening, musical La La he’ll discuss his Land. In 1993 — a Oscar-nominated doc year before shapAbacus: Small Enough to Jail, the story ing the visual look L L OYD KOMESAR of a family-owned of Tarantino’s Chinese American Pulp Fiction — the couple headed the art department of the bank that became the only financial instiNortheast Kingdom period piece Where tution indicted during the 2008 financial the Rivers Flow North, directed by JAY crisis. CRAVEN, who later became MNFF’s artisKopple, a two-time Oscar winner, is tic director. making her third consecutive appear“People sometimes sell short the im- ance at MNFF. On Friday she’ll present portance of production design in a film,” her documentary A Murder in Mansfield, Craven says. “But in Where the Rivers in which a grown man returns to his Flow North, between 10 p.m. Saturday hometown to confront a childhood night and 6 a.m. Sunday morning, [the tragedy. Wascos] transformed St. Johnsbury’s Another returnee is Robin Starbuck, Main Street from a contemporary set- whose short film “The Stag’s Mirror” ting to a 1927 townscape, with dirt on won the VERMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
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award for Best Integration of Music into Film at the 2017 fest. On Sunday, August 26, Starbuck will present a modified version of her in-progress film “How We See Water,” an experimental doc that explores the struggle for marginalized women in Chiapas, Mexico, to educate themselves. In lieu of an audio track, the screening will be accompanied by a live VSO performance of a score by 2002 Middlebury College grad MATT LAROCCA. Craven notes that collaborations like the VSO award are “really key to the festival and its ability to advance.” He also cites the Jacob Burns Film Center Creative Culture Award — the recipient of which earns a monthlong residency at the Pleasantville, N.Y.-based arts incubator — as a symbiotic partnership that raises the festival profile while promoting the work of burgeoning filmmakers. “Our view is that through partnership everyone gets stronger,” Craven says, “and that there’s no sense, either among nonprofits or among film festivals, frankly, to really see themselves in a competitive relationship.” A new award this year is the Gaia Prize for Environmental Filmmaking, chosen by environmental activist and author BILL MCKIBBEN from an MNFF
short list. The inaugural awardee of the $1,000 cash prize is freshman director Ryan Patrick Killackey’s Yasuni Man, about the encroachment of fossil-fuel interests on native species and the indigenous Waorani tribe of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Killackey, a former wildlife conservationist, will attend the film’s Vermont premiere on Friday. In total, the festival will show 51 features and 55 shorts, split evenly between fiction films and documentaries. Roughly 20 percent of the films were curated by festival staff; the other titles were selected from a record 475 submissions by filmmakers. The only regret the MNFF team has about the packed lineup is that it’s impossible for attendees to experience every movie and filmmaker discussion. “You could choose any one day, any screening, any time, and you could find something interesting,” says associate producer PHOEBE LEWIS. “It’s going to be a balancing act to see everything that you want.”
INFO Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival, Thursday through Sunday, August 23 through 26, at various locations in Middlebury. $12-80. middfilmfest.org
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fall for that rhetoric. Who could blame them? Most of the union leaders, fortunately, see through Trump like a pane of glass.” The more we talked, the more I liked this guy. He had dedicated his life to fighting the good fight. To me, that’s a life well lived.
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We hugged when I dropped him off in downtown Rutland. The older I get, the more I hug. I’m not saving my love for a rainy day. “We might need a ride into Burlington when we get off the trail in about five days,” John informed me. “We’re gonna spend a few days in town reliving our campaign days.” Four nights later, John called. “Gosh, it’s tough getting bars up here,” he said. “I’ll talk quick. Could you meet us at noon tomorrow? I think it’s the town of Lincoln. We’ll be coming off the trail onto, it says, ‘South Lincoln Road’ right where 201 comes out. It’s a forest service road — 201, I mean — so I don’t know if it’ll be on your GPS.” “Don’t worry. I’ll find it, John. See you tomorrow.” I did find it, though it was tricky. I arrived at the dirt-road intersection right at noon, and the boys emerged a few minutes later. There were the four of them, plus one young woman and one dog. The guys appeared tired, but good
They placed their backpacks there as well and, on top, the pooch. The woman, Reba, took the shotgun seat, while the guys got comfortable in the rear. “Are you doing OK?” I gently asked my seatmate as we began the drive back to Burlington. “You look a touch worn out.” “I’ve been sick for a couple days with a stomach thing,” she explained. “These guys took me in and looked out for me in the hut last night.” What a sweet bunch of dudes, I thought. In this vital (and long overdue) #MeToo era, it’s good to recognize the safe, kindhearted men among us. On the way into town, John searched for a dog-friendly hotel. “It might be tough to find a vacancy,” I said. “This weekend is the Festival of Fools. Well, every weekend is something.” It took a few clicks, but John found an open spot at La Quinta on Williston Road. When we arrived at the hotel, the guys were delighted to see Al’s French Frys right next door. Apparently, this
was a regular hangout for them back in the day during the Dean campaign. They rented one big room with extra cots, including one for Reba. When I picked them up later that evening for a ride to Church Street, the boys looked showered, clean and rested. Reba, too, looked great, her eyes clear, and all smiles. “I’m all better!” she said. For the next few days, I drove them between La Quinta and downtown — always the gang of five. I had the sense that they were picking up the tab for Reba every step of the way. On the fourth day, Reba was booked on the Amtrak to Springfield, Mass. When I showed up at eight in the morning, all the guys were waiting with her outside to see her off. She gave each one a big hug, like when Dorothy left her crew in Oz to return to Kansas. On the ride to the train station in Essex Junction, I got the skinny. Reba was at Harvard in a graduate pre-med program. “Do you come from a family with a lot of doctors?” I asked. Reba laughed. “Not quite,” she replied. “I’m the first person in my extended family to graduate from college.” “What do your folks do?” “My dad works in a collision shop, and my mom drives a school bus.” “Not exactly born with a silver spoon in your mouth, I guess.” “Are you kidding?” she said, chuckling. “We were happy to have any spoon at all.” m All these stories are true, though names and locations may be altered to protect privacy.
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ohn Wordsworth, a Washington, D.C., resident, was going to hike the Long Trail with three friends. He planned on flying into Burlington and taking a cab from the airport to Rutland, where the foursome would rendezvous and hit the trail. John had been a college friend of Lori Flanagan’s and knew she now lived in Burlington. So he contacted her for a taxi recommendation, and Lori, a regular customer of mine, gave him my number. Word of mouth is a beautiful thing. That’s how I ended up driving south on Route 7 with John — a short man, friendly and talkative — beside me in the shotgun seat. I dug his precisely trimmed short beard, a vision of facial topiary. “Are these guys you’re hooking up with old college buddies?” I asked. “Nope. Two are, like me, veterans of Howard Dean’s presidential campaign, and the third is a son of one of the guys.” “That was a righteous, long-shot campaign, man,” I said. “I remember the cool house they rented on Intervale Avenue in the Old North End. It was always teeming with volunteers. What did the press call them? The Deaniacs?” “Oh, yeah — the Deaniacs,” he said, chuckling. “That was us.” “Are you still involved in politics?” “I am. I lobby for the United Mine Workers. It’s a tough road for these guys. An entire way of life, and not just the jobs, is disappearing before their eyes. Then Trump shows up like a skilled con man telling them he’s going to bring things back to just the way they were. It’s grasping at straws, but a lot of miners
tired — relaxed and happy. The dog looked exhilarated, having spent four days in the natural world. The woman, who was tall and lean, was the exception. She looked bedraggled. John introduced me all around. Before stepping into the Sienna, each of the hikers removed their muddy boots, banged them together sole-to-sole and dropped them in the trunk area — a considerate gesture I much appreciated.
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he Inkpot Award sitting on Jason Lutes’ mantel is kind of adorable: The anthropomorphized inkpot-person strikes an attitude, right hand on hip, left holding a stafflike quill pen à la Gandalf. Given annually by Comic-Con International to major contributors “to the worlds of comics, science fiction/fantasy” and related fields, the trophy is surprisingly petite, maybe a foot or so high. But the award — which Lutes received at the San Diego Comic-Con in July — has outsize significance just now. The 50-year-old cartoonist, who lives in Hartland and teaches at the Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction, has recently finished a masterwork in the comics medium — or, as he calls it, visual storytelling. And what a story it is. The final book in Lutes’ Berlin trilogy is about to be released in softcover by publisher Drawn & Quarterly, simultaneously with a 580-page hardcover tome that comprises all three volumes. Collectively, it’s an astonishing accomplishment that represents a grand vision and more than 20 years’ work. Aside from the sheer quantity of drawing and writing that went into the books, Berlin’s visual inventiveness, sharp observation and emotional impact have elicited gushing praise from early reviewers. And, given its subject matter — the dissolution of Germany’s Weimar Republic and the rise of fascism — the graphic novel reads as eerily prescient in the current political climate. While Lutes’ Inkpot coincides with this milestone, it’s notable for another reason: It’s his first professional award. When he received it last month, the cartoonist relates with characteristic modesty, “It was a complete surprise, and I was utterly delighted.” What’s more astounding is that previous award nominations failed to produce a win, because Berlin is by no means Lutes’ only accomplishment. His
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acclaimed earlier series Jar of Fools, which began as a comic in Seattle’s alternative newsweekly the Stranger, was published in book form in 1994. Lutes has illustrated for Nickelodeon Magazine and other print and web publications and created album art. His shorter comics can be found in a number of compilations and anthologies. He collaborated on a previous graphic novel — The Fall, published in 2001 — with famed comic-book writer and “Westworld” contributor Ed Brubaker. Another collaboration, with Nick Bertozzi, produced Houdini: The Handcuff King, published by Disney in 2007. Creating all of this work, plus teaching at CCS since 2008 and raising two children, might be enough to derail a normal person from a project as enormously demanding as Berlin. If there were a prize for sheer tenacity, Lutes would be a shoo-in. Though the Inkpot isn’t tied to a specific work, it certainly comes at a pivotal point in his career. “In some ways, he’s finally finishing [Berlin] at the perfect time,” comments Brubaker, “since it’s actually more relevant today than it was in 1996, sadly. I’m excited to sit down and read the entire story again from the beginning. Jason’s always been one of the most driven and imaginative artists I know.” It should surprise no one, even Lutes, if his mantel begins to get a little more crowded.
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will navigate the names of multiple political parties vying for power in the volatile interregnum between the world wars. But it is Lutes’ invented characters, an array of resident Berliners, who show us the daily life — and soul — of the city. One such resident is a young female art student, newly arrived from Köln (Cologne); another, a seasoned journalist whose belief in the power of the written word is gradually worn down by extremism. A working-class family is torn apart by differing political views and a tragic death. A wealthy socialite flits through decadent parties before aligning with the Führer. A Jewish family that befriends a good-hearted vagrant and a troubled orphan eventually must flee. These and other characters represent the city’s social, economic and political strata. Some intersect; others never meet. Many watch friends turn to foes. All are caught in the inexorable web of political forces.
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Julia Pohl-Miranda is the marketing director at Drawn & Quarterly, so it’s her job to hype the Montréal-based company’s publications. Still, it doesn’t seem like hyperbole when she tells Seven Days that Berlin is “destined to be one of the greatest graphic novels ever.” Having published Lutes’ Jar of Fools, D&Q was eager to sign a deal for his trilogy, she says. “The human attention to the ordinary person, the elegance of the cartooning, the diverse cast speaking to diverse experiences — all of it was in the mix from the beginning,” Pohl-Miranda says. “Over time, year on year, each chapter affirmed Jason’s quiet genius.” D&Q has printed more than 100,000 of the first two volumes of Berlin in paperback; Pohl-Miranda says the first print run of the hardcover edition is 20,000. Its list price: $49.95. While that number might give some potential customers pause, just lifting the book makes it clear that Berlin is textbook-scale in both weight and value. In fact, history professors would do well to augment their more prosaic texts with Lutes’ gripping visuals and human stories. About those humans: As Pohl-Miranda notes, the cast is diverse. Set in a real time and place, Berlin incorporates historical figures, such as imprisoned newspaper publisher Carl von Ossietzky, German chancellor Heinrich Brüning and, ultimately, Adolf Hitler. Readers
The graphic novel reads as eerily prescient in the current political climate.
Lutes claims that he knew next to nothing about the Weimar Republic when he decided to create a 24-chapter, three-volume book about it. In his deep dive into historical research, he says, “I remember being surprised that the Treaty of Versailles [in 1919, ending World War I] very clearly set the stage for a resurgence of German power, and that upwards of 30 different political parties held seats in the Reichstag during the Weimar period. But most of all,” he adds, “I was surprised at the intense and progressive culture of Berlin.” It was, after all, the Jazz Age, and not just in the U.S. At the time, despite Germany’s governmental disarray, Berlin rivaled Paris as a cultural center of Europe. The arts, intellectual life and club scenes flourished; sexual and gender norms loosened. The zeitgeist depicted in Cabaret, which was based in part on Christopher Isherwood’s The Berlin Stories, necessarily figures in Lutes’ saga, too. “I’d had no idea how cosmopolitan it was,” he says. And so we meet touring African American musicians, gay lovers and decadent partyers, as well as sparring activists, street toughs, struggling families and increasingly imperiled Jews. “Enlightenment implies great change, and people get scared about change,” Lutes observes. “Some people just want to be told what to do.” Reading Berlin can be confusing at first. Though occasional pages have a time stamp (e.g., “September 1928”) Lutes interweaves his characters’ stories and doesn’t signal when the narrative switches from one to another. “I wanted to avoid [imposing] even a neutral voice,” he explains. “I felt like that would take the reader out of the story.” In time, as readers progress through the book, familiarity with the individual story lines dissolves confusion; in its place comes a keen interest in following the fates of these beleaguered citizens of Berlin. Lutes’ mastery of his medium cannot be overstated; Berlin is a veritable compendium of cartooning techniques. His realist cityscapes are exacting, his characters’ faces uniquely expressive. Lutes’ use of line, contrast, and panels of variable shape and size contributes to the graphic appeal. Sometimes whole pages of pictures, without words, tell us everything. Given the dark themes, Lutes’ drawing of the books in stark black and white seems appropriate. But he acknowledges other reasons, two of which are practical: “One, it’s easier. If you put in color, it multiplies the visual storytelling by 10,” Lutes says. “And two, at the time I started, it was cheaper to print.” The artist also likes the immediacy of black and white. “When you pick up a book to read, it’s an intimate experience,” he says. “With comics, when I draw those pages, it’s ink on paper. When printed, it’s ink on paper. It’s very close to the original.
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The Backstory Bios of Jason Lutes say he was born in New Jersey, which is true. But he was just a year old when his family moved to Missoula, Mont. Like many a future cartoonist, Lutes says, he began drawing as a child, before he could read or write. “Sometimes I would copy existing comics, which my mom would letter for me,” he acknowledges. In the beginning, he tried to emulate westerns and superhero comics and would “turn school assignments into comics when I could.” But an early introduction to the French comic-book series The Adventures of Tintin and Asterix turned out to hold greater influence on his drawing style, Lutes says. After earning a bachelor’s of fine arts at the Rhode Island School of Design in 1991, Lutes moved to Seattle and took a job at comics publisher Fantagraphics. Before long, he met Sturm, whom he soon joined at the Stranger. A production assistant there for two years, Lutes spent another two as art director after
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“I appreciate the closeness to the artist,” Lutes adds. A comparison with Maus is perhaps inevitable: Art Spiegelman’s groundbreaking work is also in black-and-white comic-book form and related in historical period and import. Serialized from 1980 to 1991, it was published as a book in 1992 and became the first graphic novel to win a Pulitzer Prize. In Spiegelman’s work, structured as an interview with his father about the Holocaust, mice represent Jews, cats Germans, and pigs Poles. While the two works are distinct, Lutes applauds the form-busting precedent in his chosen genre. “When Maus came out, it opened up this whole realm of what comics can do,” he observes. One of those things is revisiting the past to tell, or retell, stories in pictorial form. It’s an interest Lutes shares with longtime friend James Sturm, cofounder of CCS. Sturm’s own historical fiction includes the award-winning graphic novel The Golem’s Mighty Swing, about a Jewish baseball team in the 1920s. “James and I [are] both using our medium to delve into the past,” Lutes says, “to figure out the world.” Creating Berlin, Lutes continues, was also about sharing and exploring. “I had a feeling of what was going to happen next, and I want readers to feel that, too,” he says. “Beyond that, I hope people will be more curious about what was going on then and investigate on their own.”
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Sturm left. He created his strip “Jar of Fools” at the paper. Lutes met other emerging cartoonists during this time, notably Brubaker and Megan Kelso, who launched her career in the 1990s with the minicomic Girlhero. As the comics scene burgeoned, so did technology. “I was in Seattle at the time of the dot-com boom, [and] the internet was taking off,” Lutes recalls. He left the Stranger in 1996 to “make a go of it as a full-time cartoonist,” Lutes says. That was the year he envisioned Berlin, which he researched while getting by with freelance illustration work for tech companies, Nickelodeon and others, “and a trickle of royalties.” A yearlong detour to Asheville, N.C., resulted in Lutes’ autobiographical piece Rules to Live By, which was subsequently collected in AutobioGraphix, published by Dark Horse Comics in 2003. In 2005, Sturm made his cartoonschool dream come true by founding CCS, with Michelle Ollie, in White River Junction. He soon invited Lutes to teach there. But Lutes’ partner, Rebecca Warren, was about to give birth to their daughter, Clementine, and the couple waited two years to make the move to Vermont. The decision was a no-brainer, though. “Becka is from Grafton, where her parents still live,” Lutes says. “I had driven through Vermont the summer after my junior year at RISD and fell in love with it.” Besides, he adds, “I had always wanted to teach at the college or graduate level. It was an offer I could not refuse.” Now the family lives on a rural road in Hartland and has grown. Clementine is 12; her brother, Max, is 8. Out back on the “mini-farm,” as Lutes calls it, the family keeps four pigs, 40 poultry birds, eight laying hens and two sheep. “I must have green in my blood,” he says. “The landscape here really speaks to me.” His workspace, by contrast, occupies a cramped corner of the musty-smelling basement. The only evidence of Lutes’ finished opus: a map of Berlin on the wall and the hardcover book on his desk. Different times, places and characters are speaking to him now.
Turning the Page Everyone who knows him agrees: Lutes is a natural-born teacher. Kelso experienced that back in the early ’90s in Seattle, before Lutes officially was a teacher. “Things really opened up for me when I met Jason,” she says. “When I think about how much he taught me — I didn’t grow up reading comics, so
Kelso says she wondered how Lutes would feel after finishing Berlin. “It’s provided this structure to his life for such a long time,” she points out. She needn’t have worried. As it turns out, Lutes found inspiration for his next graphic novel in the classroom. “I developed an exercise for my students [to create] this three-part structure,” he says, likening it to the first-second-third-act formula of cinematic storytelling. He told the students to research a historical time and place, get a film from an online random movie generator and plug the movie plot into their historical period. “Once you learn that structure, you allow for some improvisation,” Lutes says. “I had them do a western, using Star Wars as a basis,” he goes on, explaining how the exercise led to his own inspiration. “I realized, after teaching that for six or seven years, that I had the basis for my own western.” And so, in a sense, Lutes is returning to one of his childhood favorites. But
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The results were presented to Lutes recently at CCS; as a videotape of the event shows, he was visibly moved. “I think Jason’s reaction went well beyond being touched,” Howard observes. “It must be difficult to truly comprehend how much of an effect you’ve had on the people around you. Not many of us are ever given a gift that so effectively illustrates just how many lives we have touched.” For his part, Lutes says he loves the intensity and dedication that students bring into the classroom, “because it helps me be a better teacher.” He describes the mission of CCS as “to help people who are passionate about visual storytelling to explore and understand their chosen art form while building the discipline and broad skill set necessary to do the hard work of making comics.” Lutes notes that he would not encourage his students to embark on anything as massive as Berlin. Begin with a page, he advises. “I feel like I started this after I had a grasp of my medium,” he says.
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he was really influential. He was patient and taught me in a clear and methodical manner. “I’m not surprised,” Kelso adds, “to hear he’s doing so well at the cartoon school.” Luke Howard can attest to that. Among the hats he wears at CCS are those of program coordinator and faculty member. “Every student that comes through CCS has the honor and the pleasure to learn at the side of Jason Lutes,” Howard says. “He’s that rare kind of educator that you cite for the rest of your life as someone who has helped alter the course of things, the kind of educator that goes well above the average investment in their students.” In an homage to the conclusion of Berlin, 157 of those past and present students, as well as a few of Lutes’ colleagues, recently undertook their own ambitious enterprise: the “Secret Berlin Project.” They re-created the first six chapters of Berlin, a page each in their own style, bound them into volumes and packaged them in a wooden box.
his grown-up western will have a bit of an edge. “I’m trying to play with the tropes,” he says. Set in 1865 in Arizona — when it was still a territory, populated by warring native groups, escaped slaves and other unbounded factions — the graphic novel will be a “traditional western adventure story,” Lutes explains, “but from the perspective of non-Anglo people.” And, he states in planning-ahead mode, it will be 96 pages long. Lutes is about to embark on a Berlin book tour, but there is little doubt that he will finish this new project — and that it won’t be his last. “My whole creative life has been driven by having these impulses,” Lutes says, “and following them through to the bitter end.” m
Of Racing and Rail Meat A newbie sails the Diamond Island Regatta B Y D AN BOL L ES PHOTOS COURTESY OF RIK CARLSON
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s I settled into the cockpit of Raven, Wendy Friant’s 1975 Dufour 31 sloop, the boat’s owner and captain issued explicit, no-nonsense instructions. “I’m the captain,” Friant said firmly. “You can question me later, but when I tell you to do something, you do it.” Then, resting a hand on the ship’s helm, she smiled excitedly and said, “Now, let’s go racing.” Friant, 59, of Charlotte had invited me aboard her boat to crew in the sixth annual Diamond Island Regatta, which took place on Saturday, August 18, at the Point Bay Marina in Charlotte. Part of the summerlong, lake-wide Lake Champlain Championship Series, the race is hosted and organized by the Royal Savage Yacht Club, an informal group of sailors based in the Point Bay Marina. Friant, a former RSYC commodore, helped launch the race six years ago to benefit the nearby Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. She remains one of the event’s primary organizers. During the prerace activities earlier that morning, the captains and crews of the regatta’s other 20-plus boats milled around outside the RSYC clubhouse sipping coffee and cheerily discussing wind speed and swell sizes. Meanwhile, Friant buzzed around the marina tying up loose ends. She was so consumed with getting the race off without a hitch that she barely had time to consider her own part in the competition. “I suppose I should probably think about how we’re going to do this,” she quipped as she motored Raven out of the bay toward the staging area, where the other boats were already under sail and zipping around, awaiting the starting horns. As we approached, the rest of Raven’s crew readied the boat, and Friant explained the rules of the regatta. Pointing to a long, sleek, dark-hulled boat with the name Corbeau emblazoned on the side, she said, “That’s the fastest boat on the lake right now.” Raven, she continued, is a heavy boat designed for cruising, not racing, and would stand no chance head-to-head with the likes of the high-performance Farr 400 Corbeau. The regatta is broken into six classes determined by each boat’s rating under the Performance Handicap Racing Fleet system, which ranks boats based on their speed potential. Raven, Friant noted, was rated the second-slowest boat in the regatta. But because of the handicapping system, even if she physically finished behind the other boats in the race, she would have a certain amount of time shaved off her final result and could finish ahead in “corrected time.” The idea, she said, is to mitigate the advantage of sailing a faster boat and to reward pure sailing ability. Raven, she added with pride, was currently leading in the overall Lake Champlain Championship Series
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Raven in the 2016 Diamond Island Regatta
standings and had recently won the prestigious Ladies Cup race. On this day, Raven was sailing with a small crew: a high school student named Ryan; a middle-aged woman named Fran; and a wiry spark plug who went by Cloud and sported a nest of thin gray dreadlocks bleached by the sun. And then there was me.
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IS A CHESS MATCH. I have a modicum of sailing experience. I took and passed a sailing course two summers ago at the International Sailing School in Colchester, so I know the difference between a mainsheet and a mainsail. I can (sort of ) tie a bowline knot. And I have a basic understanding of wind direction and how to trim a sail. Otherwise, I’m a novice. Friant had plans for me, though. “We’re gonna use you today,” she advised, while the others rigged the jib at the bow of the boat. Primarily, Friant said, my role would be to serve as “rail meat” — essentially, to hang on the high rail of the boat when it
leaned in the wind and provide counterweight to prevent it from capsizing. A small but important job, to be sure. Five minutes before each class of the regatta starts, the committee boat — a motorboat anchored across from the starting buoy on which race officials view the proceedings — issues a horn blast, indicating a race is about to begin. A series of horns follows, counting down to the start. In the meantime, boats jockey for position along the start line. Now I learned an important piece of strategy: Get the start wrong, and it can sink your whole race. As Friant explained, the goal is to cross the start line precisely when the starting horn sounds. Cross too late, and you’ll start the race behind. Cross too early, and you’ll have to circle back and cross again, eating even more time. It’s a tricky proposition, even for sailors with a lifetime of experience, such as Friant. “I’ve had one good start all season,” she told me. Unfortunately, this would not be a second. When our five-minute warning went off, my crewmates were still fussing with the genoa, which jammed every time Cloud tried to raise it. Tension built with each blast of the horn as the stubborn headsail refused to fly. Finally, an exasperated Friant ordered Ryan to the helm while she scampered to the bow to fix the sail just as the final horn sounded. “Well, that wasn’t good,” said the bemused captain after retaking the helm.
Finally under way, and about three minutes behind the rest of our class, Friant assessed our situation. Our compact, athletic captain stood barefoot astride the benches of the cockpit, ordering minute adjustments to the sail trim to sail as close to the wind as possible. Before long, and despite the late start, it was clear Raven had begun gaining on the boats upwind. Our goal was a marker off Essex, N.Y., where we would turn around and begin heading back downwind toward the regatta’s namesake, Diamond Island. Constantly adjusting for changes in wind speed and direction, Friant calmly piloted Raven through a series of tacks. As we zigzagged our way up and across the lake, I quickly came to understand that competitive sailing is far less leisurely than your typical pleasure cruise. It’s a sport characterized by short, frantic bursts of physically demanding activity interspersed with periods of relative calm as you cut through the wind and waves. Those latter moments are the ones when you really begin to appreciate the majesty of sailing. But, even during respites, it’s a constant mental game of adjustments, of supreme strategy. Competitive sailing is a chess match. As we rounded the buoy off Essex and began our course home, Friant ordered us to sail wing-on-wing, a downwind technique in which the jib and mainsail fly on opposite sides of the boat, spread out like wings — as opposed to both flying on the same side.
Boats competing in the 2018 Diamond Island Regatta
Sailing wing-on-wing can be dangerous, because it increases the risk of accidental jibing; that causes the boom to sweep across the boat, where it might clock an unsuspecting crew member. Wing-on-wing also takes time to set up, no small consideration in a sport where every second counts. But the technique maximizes the sail area to catch more wind. More wind equals more speed. In other words, it’s fast. Indeed, once Raven spread her wings, she soared down the lake. She regularly topped eight and nine knots — nearly double our upwind speed — and occasionally hit 10 as we cruised through the deepest part of the lake toward Diamond Island. By this point, we had caught up to another boat in our class, Chip Kaupp’s Capri 25 Blew Sky. Neck and neck, we charged down the lake, Friant and Cloud
keeping a constant eye on Kaupp’s movements and adjusting accordingly. We rounded Diamond Island and streaked upwind for the finish. Reaching the endpoint required a series of tacks, which is where Friant’s and Kaupp’s strategies, and courses, diverged. Blew Sky crossed the finish line just before Raven. However, thanks to the handicapping system, Raven actually finished one minute and 40 seconds ahead, good for third place out of four in her class — though second to last overall. Still, it was a respectable showing, especially given the disastrous start. “That was my fault,” Friant told me later, referring to the jammed headsail. “As the captain, everything that happens on a boat is the captain’s fault,” she continued. “I’ll go over procedures for raising the sail before the next race, and we won’t make that mistake again. We’re all always learning, always hopefully having fun and always getting better.” I can attest to the truth of two of those three claims. I learned a great deal about sailing in my two hours aboard Raven, and it was most certainly a lot of fun. As for getting better, we’ll see. Over celebratory drinks aboard Raven after the race, Friant invited me back to crew again. To which I say this: Aye aye, cap’n. m Contact: dan@sevendaysvt.com
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hen Paul Seward began his career as an emergency room physician in the 1970s, being called an “ER doc” wasn’t considered a sign of respect. It was an insult. In those days, Seward recalled, many of the doctors who worked with him in the emergency room were residents training to become surgeons or cardiologists, or else they’d “somehow made a wrong choice.” It was widely assumed that a doctor with 30 years of experience who chose to work in the ER was, as Seward put it, “crazy, an alcoholic or had one too many divorces” and was there to cover his alimony payments. “The concept that it was fun,” he added, “just never occurred to them.” For nearly 50 years, Seward wore the label of ER doc proudly and found his work challenging, rewarding and, yes, even fun. Now 75, the retired Vermont physician has published a memoir, titled Patient Care: Death and Life in the Emergency Room, about his career spent in the medical trenches, from smalltown community hospitals to urban trauma centers. Seward agreed to an interview recently in his Middlebury home, where he lives with his wife, Linda, who’s a retired nurse, and their dogs. Gray-haired, with a matching, closely trimmed beard, Seward is as lean as a marathon runner, which he was for many years. Remarkably, he can count on one hand the number of times he’s been to the ER as a patient — and he went only once as an adult. Visiting Seward’s home is revealing. In one room, his wife sat at a computer screen engrossed in a session of EverQuest II, a fantasy-themed massively multiplayer online role-playing game, which Seward likened to 3D chess. “I’m not as hard-core as she is,” Seward said. “I just like to wander around, kill things and take their stuff.” On one wall of the living room hangs a framed Latin quote, the same one that Carl Jung had inscribed over his home doorway in Switzerland: “Vocatus atque non vocatus, Deus aderit.” It translates as “Called or not called, God is there.” On another wall is an Old Testament verse stitched in needlepoint: “What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and
to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” The religious décor notwithstanding, Seward describes himself as a spiritual but not religious man. During his interview, the conversation ranged widely, from near-death experiences to loop quantum gravity to the philosophy of the mind, the last of which Seward studied for more than 40 years and wrote about in numerous publications.
Born in New York City, Seward attended boarding school in Lake Placid, N.Y., before going on to Stanford University and then Harvard Medical School. He did his internship in pediatrics before switching to emergency medicine in the mid-1970s. “As a pediatrician, I always asked myself what I would do if I were at a party and an adult fell down. I would ask if he’d had his baby shots,” Seward said
jokingly. “So, I eventually learned how to take care of grown-ups.” Seward entered emergency medicine before it had evolved into its own specialty. In those years, he noted, civilian ER medicine was still incorporating lessons learned from the Korean War’s mobile army surgical hospitals, or M.A.S.H. units, as well as from the field trauma care administered by combat medics in Vietnam. (Seward himself was drafted and served stateside in the “Yellow Berets,” or physicians who worked for the Public Health Service.) In the ’70s, Seward explained, it was widely assumed that an ER doc knew less than every other medical specialist in the hospital. Consider, he noted, the powerful paralytic drugs that are used to intubate, or insert a breathing tube, into a patient’s trachea; for years, only anesthesiologists were allowed to administer them. However, by the time he retired in 2017, Seward and his fellow ER doctors had the most experience at intubations and were the ones teaching the procedure to medical students. But Patient Care isn’t about the evolution of emergency medicine, nor is it a macho narrative of medical heroism or a voyeuristic tell-all of the unusual objects ER patients have gotten lodged in various orifices. Instead, Seward’s book is a humble, occasionally humorous and often philosophical reflection on the medical mysteries that he tried to unravel, the choices he made and, ultimately, the life-or-death consequences of those decisions. Each of the book’s 21 chapters tells the story of a different patient, some of whom came into the ER with mundane complaints, others with baffling ailments. Still others died and were brought back to life. Seward deftly describes those conditions and procedures without getting mired in arcane medical jargon or the minutiae of human anatomy. Most impressively, he has written a 240-page book about his nearly half-century career as a physician without straying into the thorny issues involving Big Pharma, the insurance industry or the shortcomings of the American health care system.
First and foremost, Patient Care is about people — how they die, how they live and what working in the ER taught Seward about both. “I believe that the principal reason we are on this planet is to have our noses constantly rubbed in our obligation to care about people who are strangers to us,” he writes in the book’s preface. “Our instinct to care for our family and our tribe does not extend to them. That kind of care must be learned. And, in my opinion, the ER is the place that, if you are paying any attention at all, will teach you that lesson.” Seward began writing this book, he explained, while still living in New Hampshire a few years ago. At the time, he’d tried to enroll in an online creative writing class through Southern New Hampshire University. But when he realized the class was full, he signed up for the nonfiction class instead. In fact, the first two chapters of Patient Care began as homework assignments. His professor was so impressed by his storytelling that Seward decided to write a memoir, hoping it would interest a general audience as well as emergency department professionals. In a sense, Patient Care was also a way for Seward to exorcize the ghosts that
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have haunted him for much of his career. Of the thousands of patients he treated over the years, Seward chose to include those whose stories left indelible impressions on him — for good or ill. In one chapter, for instance, Seward writes about the near drowning of a 10-year-old boy who, by all objective standards, shouldn’t have survived. He’d been pulled from a canal near Augusta, Ga., after being underwater for more than 15 minutes. By the time Seward saw him in the ER, his heartbeat had flatlined. After another 20 minutes of attempted resuscitation, the trauma team’s efforts seemed pointless, and Seward braced himself to break the news to his parents. Then, inexplicably, the child’s heart began beating again. “I have no explanation for that. None,” Seward said in the interview. “It’s the only time that ever happened so dramatically for me, but there it is. And I don’t take credit for it.” In another chapter, Seward recounts the story of a man whose symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease stymied his every effort to ease the patient’s labored breathing. “No matter what I did, he kept getting worse and worse and worse, until he
died,” Seward recalled, in the interview. “To this day, I don’t know why nothing worked. Have I thought of that guy once a month for the rest of my life? Sure.” Such stories are central to Seward’s book, and not just because they highlight how life in the ER can be a cosmic crapshoot. They also reveal an often-overlooked component of the job: living with the burden of stupid mistakes, wrong decisions and unfavorable outcomes. Indeed, Seward said that one of the most important lessons he taught his medical students — one, he emphasized, that no one ever taught him — was that, in order to be an ER doc, one had to be “willing to live with that face on the ceiling” for the rest of their lives. “If you can’t do this work because you can’t stand this pain, who’s going to do it?” he’d tell his students. “People who don’t care.” It’s easy to see how much Seward cared, and still cares, about his profession and the patients he treated. On the day of his interview, he wore his cellphone, keys and watch clipped to his waist. One could envision him adding a stethoscope, forceps and laryngoscope to his makeshift
utility belt, as though he were ready to jump back into the trenches if duty called. In fact, when asked what he misses most about being an ER doc, Seward didn’t hesitate. “Doing it,” he answered quickly. “I had a sense of myself … which I don’t have anymore.” Though Seward maintains his medical license, he acknowledged that he’d no longer be “safe” in the ER because he’s out of practice and his memory isn’t what it used to be. As he put it, “The ER is no place for an old man. “I have been pretending to be a caring physician for my whole life,” Seward added, echoing a sentiment he expressed in the book. “I have no idea if I’ve succeeded, but I know what it felt like to try. That’s what this book is about.” m Contact: ken@sevendaysvt.com
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Renowned Westminster sculptor Chuck Ginnever thinks big BY AMY L IL LY
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estminster sculptor Chuck Ginnever, who turns 87 this month, once sat in a New York gallery and watched people look at a 25-foot-long work by Tony Smith. The experience alarmed him. Like Smith’s work, Ginnever’s is large-scale, metal and abstract. “All the people from our culture walked up, looked and left. Americans thought they knew everything about it by standing still,” he recalled. “I’ve been fighting against that all my life. The only way to see my work is to use your feet.” While most sculpture calls for inthe-round viewing, Ginnever’s creations of the past 60 years — he made his first significant work at age 27 — transform that visual journey into a continuous surprise. Works that seem to make sense from one angle look like entirely different
sculptures from another, and something else again from a few steps on. Ginnever’s ability to challenge expected modes of perception has made him one of the seminal large-scale sculptors of the 20th century, along with his contemporary Mark di Suvero and the older Tony Smith. His work graces the grounds of Storm King Art Center in Cornwall, N.Y., the Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, D.C., the Seattle Art Museum and many places in between, provided they have acreage sufficient for his up-to-40-foot sculptures. One with a 70-foot span, “Green Mountain Blue II,” sits outside the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra. Perhaps only the outback can do it justice. Vermonters who haven’t heard of Ginnever may be forgiven: Apart from the works on his property, only one of his sculptures is sited in Vermont. That
work, “4 the 5th (of Beethoven),” has been on loan to the Southern Vermont Arts Center in Manchester since Ginnever created the 20-by-40-by-30foot sculpture in 1972, on commission from the Vermont Arts Council. Earlier this month, however, “4 the 5th” moved to Landmark College in Putney on the initiative of president Peter Eden. In a sense, it has come home: Ginnever taught sculpture and life drawing at the campus, then Windham College, from 1967 to ’75, and headed its art department from ’70 to ’71. While “4 the 5th” was in transit, Seven Days visited Ginnever at his 1768 farmhouse, which he bought in 1969. As visitors approach, they get an introductory lesson in the artist’s intention, via a dirt road that bisects the 51-acre property of rolling, wooded hills and hayfields.
On the inside curve of a hairpin turn, Ginnever has sited “Untitled,” a 9-foothigh piece composed of triangles made from sheets of steel weathered to a coppery brown patina. Some appear folded, creating two triangles in different planes. The forms seem to lean together, touching only at their pointy tips, leaving geometrical voids in between. Visitors cannot help but see the work from almost every angle as they proceed to the farmhouse. And every view, from one moment to the next, confounds expectations. Is each section bent, or only some of them? How does the whole stand so solidly while seeming both to fall in a cascade and to spring up from the weeds, depending on the point of view?
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Ginnever, with his goatee, feathered hair, button-down shirt and slacks, subverts expectations himself. Seated for the duration of the interview in a wingback armchair, he’s had two open-heart surgeries in the past decade, he said, and isn’t up to showing visitors his outdoor sculptures. Yet he was just back from a major trip to Lincoln, Neb., and Clarinda, Iowa, where he attended openings for a multisite show of his work. Accompanying him were his two exwives, two daughters and the artist David Rohn, the longtime neighbor and friend who hired Ginnever at Windham. Collectors Karen and Robert Duncan of Lincoln, owners of a jet maintenance company, arranged the show, transporting nine of Ginnever’s works from California and nearly two
dozen from Vermont. A neighboring farmer with a small trailer took the latter group of works one by one past that hairpin turn before loading them onto four 40-foot flatbed trucks, Ginnever said. The sculptures have been sited around both Midwestern towns as well as on the Duncans’ Lincoln property and at the Clarinda Carnegie Art Museum, a former library the couple bought and restored in 2012. Despite these departures, a surprising number of works were visible from the house on Seven Days’ visit. Among them were early gestural works that recall abstract-expressionist paintings of the era, such as “Ithaca” (1959), made from found wood railroad ties and steel rails bent into swoops. SCULPTURE BY FOOT
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Ginnever’s larger, post-1964 works are all geometric. Clearly influenced by minimalism, they nonetheless reject the immediately graspable right-angle geometry of, say, Donald Judd or Sol LeWitt. Set in a hayfield, “Troika” (1976) evokes two mammoth, skewedperspective window frames joined at an angle. As one walks around the substantial forms, trying to determine how they jut or recede in space, they improbably shrink to vertical slits and grow again, while the changing voids capture successive views of the landscape. Ginnever calls this activation “breathing.” A 10-foot-high prototype of “Rashomon” (1995) sits across the road from the house. Perhaps Ginnever’s best-known work, this is a suite of 15 copies of the same sculpture, meant to be shown together in 15 different positions. In the Nebraska-Iowa show catalog, David Ebony, a contributing editor at Art in America, aptly describes the form as “a kind of Möbius strip made of narrow, twisted steel planes.” As in the Akira Kurosawa film for which the suite is named — in which four witnesses recall conflicting accounts of the same crime — each position seems to delineate an entirely different sculpture. “It’s virtually impossible to get your head around it,” Ginnever said. Those who tend to understand his sculptures right away are engineers, mathematicians and architects, he added: “People think I have a good math background, but I don’t. My geometry is self-taught. I’ve been told by heads of math departments that I’ve invented my own geometry.” Ginnever was born in San Mateo, Calif., and attended junior college there. A member of the National Guard since high school, he was called up during the Korean conflict but “only got as far as Spokane.” After that war, he went to Europe on the GI Bill to study art for two years, including in Paris under sculptor Ossip Zadkine and renowned printmaker Stanley Hayter. “[Joan] Miró watched me pull a print one day. I didn’t know who he was,” Ginnever recalled. Ginnever returned to the U.S. to earn a bachelor’s at the San Francisco Art Institute and a master’s in fine arts at Cornell University. In 1959, he moved to New York City, found a low-rent loft and began making his found-materials sculptures, as well as “sketching” with a hand-me-down 16-millimeter camera. A New York gallery, Allan Stone Projects, gave him his first solo show in 1961. His second, in ’65, was held at Bennington Untitled-13 1
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College, then still all female, at the invitation of art critic Lawrence Alloway. Because rival critic Clement Greenberg held sway with many art faculty and students, however, the show was poorly attended, Ginnever recalled. The college refused to return the works at show’s end and tore the largest apart, he said. Meanwhile, Ginnever was doing stints of teaching art and participating in the ’60s “happenings.” He mounted Ergo Suits, a 1962 traveling artists’ carnival held in two New York towns, to which he invited the nascent Bread and Puppet Theater, as well as Eva Hesse, Tom Doyle, Walter De Maria and other artists. Windham provided Ginnever’s first steady teaching job. In 1968, he organized “The Windham Show,” which he claimed was the first exhibition of com-
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missioned outdoor conceptual art in the country. It featured works by Lawrence Weiner, Bob Barry and Carl Andre. The same year, Ginnever revived his carnival and used it to poke fun at the signature structure of Windham’s Edward Durell Stone-designed campus: the colonnade. “The students hated the colonnade,” he recalled. It funneled rain and melting snow to the underside, where precipitation dripped on them, instead of providing shelter. Ginnever’s students created a puppet version of the white structure and, dressed in towering costumes, collided with it until it went down. “Attack on the Colonnade, Windham College,” a short film directed by Ginnever, can be viewed on YouTube. Ginnever left Windham in 1975 after winning a Guggenheim Fellowship and a National Endowment for the Arts Individual Artist Grant. (He exited just in time: The college filed for bankruptcy in 1978.) In 1980, Storm King acquired two new works by Ginnever and held an opening reception. By that time, the sculptor was already recognized for “invit[ing] the viewer to meditate on the nature of perception,” as the sculpture park’s website puts it. Storm King’s 8-by-17-by-18-foot “Fayette: For Charles
and Medgar Evers” (1971) appears simultaneously flat and 3D. “Prospect Mountain Project (for David Smith)” (1979), slightly smaller, seems to invent a new kind of origami in steel plate. Ginnever names his sculptures after they’re made. His process begins with playing around with foamcore and a glue gun. A steel maquette comes next. Ginnever cut and welded his own until age 80; now his assistant of 40 years, Frank Sansone, does the job. (The Putney-based marble sculptor’s
College and increase examples of creativity on campus. When he visited the artist, he didn’t yet know of “4 the 5th.” “I wanted ‘Troika.’ He said, ‘No, you can’t have that,’” Eden recalled with a chuckle. When Ginnever suggested the piece at SVAC and showed Eden a picture, the president wasn’t so sure. Photographs do Ginnever’s work scant justice. But, said Eden, “once we [he and executive vice president Jon MacClaren] saw it in person, and saw the scale of it, we were thrilled.”
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Dedication ceremony for Chuck Ginnever’s “4 the 5th (of Beethoven),” Friday, September 28, 3 p.m., at Landmark College in Putney. Free and open to the public. Learn more about the artist at chuckginnever.com.
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The two took Ginnever on a campus tour to scout out sites, and the artist chose the upper ridge lined with dorm buildings — far from the colonnade. The form of “4 the 5th” — a row of four elongated aluminum parallelogram frames, with three set vertically and one flat on the ground — was inspired by Ginnever’s photographs of the shadows at Stonehenge. The name he gave it after the fact is equally apt. The famous four opening notes of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony sound in the mind as the eye reads the forms — “Da da da dah.” But keep walking. A few steps on, the work becomes something else entirely. m
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works dot Ginnever’s property, and his rendering skills are equally admirable, judging from his proposed design for the World Trade Center site memorial competition.) When Ginnever gets a commission, he has the work fabricated by a studio — or “factory,” as he called it — such as Johnny Swing Welding in Putney. Lately, Ginnever has turned to a more malleable material: thick paper. His 2012 creation “Multus” is a DIY sculpture made from a 20-by-18-inch piece of triple-ply Somerset paper colored to resemble the patina of weathered steel. It comes printed with solid and dotted lines and instructions on where to cut and bend. The work was published in a limited edition by Landfall Press in Santa Fe, N.M., which also produces lithographs of work by Christo, Judy Chicago and others. Landmark president Eden was after something more permanent when he contacted Ginnever as part of a larger effort to honor the former Windham
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In his previous life as a touring musician, Tyler Bean often settled into bed around 4 a.m. Since he partnered with his father, John, to open the bagel shop in June, that’s when he’s been arriving at work. Bean, who would search out bagel shops wherever he woke up on tour, euphemistically described flip-flopping his biorhythms as “fun.” But, he said, he’s grown accustomed to spending early mornings — and afternoons, evenings and nights — working dough by hand. “Cooking has always been a respite for me,” he said. Giving undivided attention
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to baking helped him feel present “when other aspects of my life were chaotic.” Opening a restaurant doesn’t sound like a recipe for a calm and centered life. But making bagels is “a long process and one that takes a lot of attention,” Bean said, “in a way that you can kind of be in the moment, as opposed to worrying about everything else that’s going on.” The baker hails from Norwalk, Conn.; growing up, he spent a lot of time in New York City. But, probably wisely, he doesn’t try to make his bagels mimic the ones in the five boroughs. “We like to say it’s a Burlington-style bagel,” Bean said. “So it’s somewhere between New York and Montréal.” The bagels are puffy, chewy and plump — as in New York — but dense and just a little sweet, à la Montréal. Full disclosure: I lived in Brooklyn for many years, and I’m a total bagel snob who’s relatively inflexible on the old New York-versus-Montréal bagel debate. During a sunny lunch hour in late July, I thought the jalapeño-cheddar round that bookended my Spike breakfast sandwich looked stiff and starchy. I steeled myself for doughy disappointment. But the first bite revealed something softer, fluffier and altogether better than I expected. The bready pillow soaked up the juices from the sandwich’s wilted spinach, roasted garlic, egg and sausage. I’d definitely order it again. And I’m excited to go back and try one of the shop’s bagel bombs. Stuffed with everything from sausage and egg to flavored cream cheese, these petite dough balls are modeled after the ones at Milk Bar in New York In the kitchen, Bean gets help from Joanna Fortier, who has baked for Klinger’s Bread and managed Tomgirl Juice. She orchestrates the pastries — shortbread ice cream sandwiches, scones, lemon bars and buns — and advises on everything else. During my lunch, I bought a raspberry “pup-tart” hand-pie scattered with coarse sugar, thinking I’d try a bite and save the rest for later. But the crust flooded my olfactory sense with the aroma of baking butter and sugar, and the filling was tart and sweet and tinged with citrus peel, and it was all crisp and flaky and interspersed with moments of sugary PIZZA BAGEL
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Hang on to your meatballs, Burlington — there’s another pizzeria coming to town. When PIZZERIA IDA opens early this fall behind PHO HONG at 662 Riverside Avenue, it’ll deliver a taste of southern Italy to the Old North End. The standard daily menu will include just three items: crisp, thin-crust Neapolitan pizzas, calzones and bready, Sicilian-style pies. Pizza three ways, if you will. Small plates such as meatballs and chicken cutlets will rotate on and off as specials. “There is nothing pretentious at all about this place,” said DAN PIZZUTILLO, who is opening the restaurant with his partner, ERIKA STRAND. “We just like high-quality, simple stuff.” Accordingly, the pizzeria will rely heavily on imported Italian ingredients: tomatoes and herbs grown on small biodynamic farms in Italy and imported by a friend in the Bronx. “These people are just like the [farmers] here,” Pizzutillo said. “They’re small farms doing great work; they’re just in Italy.” Ida’s dough will be mixed from several different flours — Pizzutillo and Strand are still working on their formulas — and naturally leavened with sourdough culture. Like many new restaurants, Ida will offer a paredback service model: Guests
order and pay at the register, and a server delivers their meal. While the shop will offer sodas and juices, alcohol will be a BYOB affair. “This is not a bar-restaurant,” Pizzutillo said. “It’s a family place.” The shop is named for his grandmother, Ida, who emigrated from Italy via Ellis Island almost a century ago. “I remember her making meatballs, pizzas, cookies coated in honey,” Pizzutillo said. “Things you’ve never even heard of!” Seating will be open, with scattered stools and high-tops for sitting and lots of counters for people who want to stand, eat and socialize. Pizzutillo said he hopes locals will embrace the casual layout. While somewhat unusual locally, it’s more common in his native Philadelphia, where both he and Strand have cooked in restaurants — from casual to high-end — for the past decade. “We hope we can provide an experience that’s something different than what’s already up here,” Pizzutillo said. When Pizzeria Ida opens, it’ll welcome guests for dinner Wednesday through Saturday, from 5 p.m. until the kitchen runs out of crusts.
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Five years after opening his first pizzeria next to Fiddlehead Brewing in Shelburne, Folino’s owner John Koerner wasn’t really looking to open a second location. But in 2017, when he heard about the vacated funeral parlor building on South Union, he saw an opportunity. “It was kind of one of the last spaces in Burlington that hadn’t been developed,” he said. Koerner also wanted to know whether his BYOB model, which involved hanging a shingle next to a spirited beverages purveyor, was replicable. “Curiosity killed my cat,” he said. So he leased enough space to accommodate both his woodfired pizzeria and a beverage business, which he assumed would be a brewery, as in Shelburne. Middlebury-based Stonecutter Spirits signed on instead. Koerner doesn’t usually drink cocktails, but he liked the company’s energy — and product. During a recent Stonecutter cocktail tasting, he said, “I was like, ‘Holy moly, this is good!’ I couldn’t believe how good it was.” The Burlington pizzeria has been open for more than eight months now, and Koerner said customers have been finding it without the additional draw of a bar. “[Business has] been pretty good. It’s not where I want it to be yet,” he added,
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“but my model isn’t filled out yet since [Highball Social] is not open.” The place was quiet last Wednesday, when a girlfriend and I had a late lunch inside the cavernous tiled space. To our left, a man and a woman in their thirties talked work projects over a red pie with roasted red peppers, mushrooms and artichokes. Behind us, four twentysomethings in oversize T-shirts and cargo shorts sipped craft beer in cans. “I’m getting pretty into sours,” said one guy, launching a lengthy, if lax, conversation about local brews. On the airwaves, Weezer strummed a live
acoustic version of their 1994 hit “Buddy Holly.” The laid-back atmosphere and straightforward service — order and pay at the counter, help yourself to water in blue plastic cups — belie a rather serious approach to pizza. Koerner ferments his sourdough crusts over several days using a blend of flours from King Arthur Flour and house-ground organic wheat and rye from Champlain Valley Milling in Willsboro, N.Y. “I think all those organisms [in the dough] like the fresh-ground flour,” he
said, adding that he’s constantly tweaking his culture to keep it happy and active. Happy dough translates to happy customers — or at least it did at our table. The pies bake in a 1,000-degree-Fahrenheit oven that’s visible from everywhere in the restaurant. Our crusts were invariably crisp, blistered and chewy, mild in flavor but just a tad tart. The smoky spice and floral aromas in a side of chile-infused honey enlivened the savory mélange of a scallop-and-bacon pie. Extra ranch dressing proved addictive for dipping slices of “leeky chicken” — Folino’s version of a classic Buffalo chicken-bacon-ranch. A proper margherita came fragrant with basil and dotted with mozzarella di bufala, which is edible even by those who eschew lactose. Koerner special-orders it in bulk from Italy. “It’s one of those things that you [do and] hope people appreciate it,” he said. He couldn’t say whether his guests do. But, he added, sourcing premium ingredients is nonnegotiable. “If your product is really, really good, you’re eventually going to be fine,” Koerner said. “That’s pretty simplistic, but that’s what I do.” m Contact: hannah@sevendaysvt.com
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the 10 criteria. Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. Section 6085(c)(5). Dated at Essex Junction, Vermont this 13th day of August, 2018. By: Stephanie H. Monaghan District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 802/879-5662 stephanie.monaghan@ vermont.gov NOTICE OF LEGAL SALE View Date: 8/30/2018 Sale Date: 8/31/2018 Harley MacDonald Unit #116 Ronald Finch Unit #144 Wayne Crandall Unit #204 Stephen Bennett Unit #19 Easy Self Storage 46 Swift Street South Burlington, VT 05403 (802)863-8300
NOTICE OF LEGAL SALE View Date: 8/30/2018 Sale Date: 8/31/2018 James Pallack Unit #24 Easy Self Storage 46 Swift Street South Burlington, VT 05403 (802)863-8300 NOTICE OF LEGAL SALE View Date: 9/6/2018 Sale Date: 9/7/2018 Paul Meacham Unit #168 Easy Self Storage 46 Swift Street South Burlington, VT 05403 (802)863-8300 NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE LIEN SALE MALLETTS BAY SELF STORAGE, LLC 115 HEINEBERG DRIVE COLCHESTER, VT 05446 Notice is hereby given that the contents of the self storage units listed below will be sold at public auction by sealed bid. Name of Occupant Storage Unit
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Michelle E. Blondin #144 Miguel Garcia #22 Said sales will take place on 9/7/18, beginning at 10:00am at Malletts Bay Self Storage, LLC, (MBSS, LLC)115 Heineberg Dr, Colchester, VT 05446. Units will be opened for viewing immediately prior to auction. Sale shall be by sealed bid to the highest bidder. Contents of entire storage unit will be sold as one lot. The winning bid must remove all contents from the facility at no cost to MBSS, LLC on the day of auction. MBSS, LLC reserves the right to reject any bid lower that the amount owed by the occupant or that is not commercially reasonable as defined by statute. STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT CHITTENDEN UNIT CIVIL DIVISION DOCKET NO. 189-3-18 CNCV CIT Bank, N.A., Plaintiff v. Douglas Young and Valerie Masterpole, Co-Administrators of
the Estate of Judith E. Young, United States of America Department of Treasury – Internal Revenue Service and Occupants residing at 15 Mills Avenue, South Burlington, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Judith E. Young (now deceased) dated December 22, 2008 and recorded in Volume 850, Page 182, which mortgage was assigned to CIT Bank, N.A. by an instrument dated January 10, 2018 and recorded on January 22, 2018 in Volume 1409, Page 44 of the Land Records of the Town of South Burlington. Pursuant to the power of sale in the subject mortgage, of which Plaintiff is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same, the collateral property will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 A.M. on September 11, 2018, at 15 Mills Avenue, South Burlington, Vermont all and singular the prem-
Open 24/7/365. Post & browse ads at your convenience. ises described in said mortgage: To Wit: A certain piece of land in South Burlington, in the County of Chittenden and State of Vermont, described as follows, VIZ: A lot of land with all buildings thereon situated on the westerly side of Mills Avenue, the dwelling house thereon being known and designated No. 15 Mills Avenue, said lot having a frontage thereon and uniform width of 75 feet, a northerly line of 98 feet, more or less. A southerly line of 97 feet, more or less, and being Lot No. 15-A as shown on a plan of building lots, Richards Enterprises, dated June 14, 1950, revised June 16, 1950 and recorded in Volume 10, Page 335 of the Land Records of the Town of South Burlington. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or cashier’s check by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of South Burlington and any liens against the property. The sale is
also subject to post-sale redemption rights of the United States of America Department of Treasury –Internal Revenue Service. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Grant C. Rees Attorney, PLC, 30 Kimball Avenue, Ste. 307, South Burlington, VT 05403, (802) 6609000. This sale may be cancelled at any time prior to the scheduled sale date without prior notice. Dated at South Burlington, Vermont this 17 day of July, 2018. CIT Bank, N.A. By: Grant C. Rees, Esq. Grant C. Rees Attorney, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 307 South Burlington, VT 05403 Attorney for Plaintiff 345-17
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THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE UNIT 0103676 LOCATED AT 28 ADAMS DR. OR 48 INDUSTRIAL DR., OR WINTER SPORT LANE WILL BE SOLD ON OR ABOUT 30TH OF AUGUST, 2018 TO SATISFY THE DEBT OF JOHN ROUILLE. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur.
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AL-ANON For families & friends of alcoholics. For meeting info, go to vermontalanonalateen.org or call 866-972-5266. ALATEEN GROUP New Alateen group in Burlington on Sundays from 5-6 p.m. at the UU building at the top of Church St. For more information please call Carol, 324-4457. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Daily meetings in various locations. Free. Info, 864-1212. Want to overcome a drinking problem? Take the first step of 12 & join a group in your area. ALL CANCER SURVIVORS Join the wellness classes at Survivorship NOW, created by cancer survivors for survivors of all cancers. Benefi ts from lively programs designed to engage and empower cancer survivors in our community. Email: info@ survivorshipnowvt.org. Call Chantal, 777-1126, survivorshipnowvt.org. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP This caregivers support group meets on the 3rd Wed. of every mo. from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s
Association Main Office, 300 Cornerstone Dr., Suite 128, Williston. Support groups meet to provide assistance and information on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. They emphasize shared experiences, emotional support, and coping techniques in care for a person living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Meetings are free and open to the public. Families, caregivers, and friends may attend. Please call in advance to confirm date and time. For questions or additional support group listings, call 800-272-3900. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP 1st Monday monthly, 3-4:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required (to receive dial-in codes for toll-free call). Please dial the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline 800-272-3900 for more information. ARE YOU HAVING PROBLEMS W/ DEBT? Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous plus Business Debtor’s Anonymous. Wed., 6:307:30 p.m., Methodist Church in the Rainbow Room at Buell & S. Winooski, Burlington. Contact Jennifer, 917-568-6390. BABY BUMPS SUPPORT GROUP FOR MOTHERS AND PREGNANT WOMEN Pregnancy can be a wonderful time of your life. But, it can also be a time of stress that is often compounded by hormonal swings. If you are a pregnant woman, or have recently given birth and feel you need some help with managing emotional bumps in the road that can come with motherhood, please come to this free support group lead by an experienced pediatric Registered Nurse. Held on the 2nd
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BURLINGTON AREA PARKINSON’S DISEASE OUTREACH GROUP People with Parkinson’s disease & their caregivers gather together to gain support & learn about living with Parkinson’s disease. Group meets 2nd Wed. of every mo., 1-2 p.m., continuing through Nov. 18, 2015. Shelburne Bay Senior Living Community, 185 Pine Haven Shores Rd., Shelburne. Info: 888-763-3366, parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth. org, parkinsonsvt.org. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Held every 2nd Tue. of the mo., 6-8 p.m. at the Hope Lodge, 237 East Ave., Burlington. Newly diagnosed? Prostate cancer reoccurrence? General discussion and sharing among survivors and those beginning or rejoining the battle. Info, Mary L. Guyette RN, MS, ACNS-BC, 274-4990, vmary@aol.com.
Wood cottage, 950 sq.ft., Baie Ste-Catherine facing Tadoussac, living room panoramic view on St. Laurence River, 1946, 3-BR, 1 boudoir, 2-BA, wooded lot 96,500 sq.ft., screen porch. $152,000, negotiable. michelecentre@gmail.com.
Info: 893-0530, Julie@ 8/13/18 FSBO-Michè 10:34 AM leStJacques062018.indd 1 CELEBRATE RECOVERY Overcome any hurt, habit or hangup in your life with this confidential 12-Step, Christ-centered recovery program. We offer multiple support groups for both men and women, such as chemical dependency, codependency, sexual addiction and pornography, food issues, and overcoming abuse. All 18+ are welcome; sorry, no childcare. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; we begin at 7 p.m. Essex Alliance Church, 37 Old Stage Rd., Essex Junction. Info: recovery@essexalliance.org, 878-8213.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY Celebrate Recovery meetings are for anyone with struggles with hurt, habits and hang ups, which includes everyone in some way. We welcome everyone at Cornerstone Church in Milton which meets every Friday night at 7-9 p.m. We’d love to have you join us and discover how your life can start to change.
CELIAC & GLUTENFREE GROUP Last Wed. of every month, 4:30-6 p.m., at Tulsi Tea Room, 34 Elm St., Montpelier. Free & open to the public! To learn more, contact Lisa at 598-9206 or lisamase@gmail.com. CEREBRAL PALSY GUIDANCE Cerebral Palsy Guidance is a very comprehensive informational website broadly covering the topic of cerebral palsy and associated medical conditions. It’s mission it to provide the best possible information to parents of children living with the complex condition of cerebral palsy. 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 6/18/18 11:08 AM Anonymous, we can realize a new joy, acceptance & serenity in our lives. Meets Sunday at noon at the Turning Point Center, 191 Bank Street, Burlington. Tom, 238-3587, coda.org. DECLUTTERERS’ SUPPORT GROUP Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming? Maybe two or three of us can get together to help each other simplify. 989-3234, 425-3612. DISCOVER THE POWER OF CHOICE! SMART Recovery welcomes anyone, including family and friends, affected by any kind of substance or activity addiction. It is a science-based program that encourages abstinence. Specially trained volunteer facilitators provide leadership. Sundays at 5 p.m. at the 1st Unitarian Universalist Society, 152 Pearl St., Burlington. Volunteer facilitator: Bert, 3998754. You can learn more at smartrecovery.org.
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SEVENDAYSVT.COM/CLASSIFIEDS 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 with others, to heal, and to recover. In support group, participants talk through their experiences and 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. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Childcare is provided. Info: 658-1996. EMPLOYMENTSEEKERS SUPPORT GROUP Frustrated with the job search or with your job? You are not alone. Come check out this supportive circle. Wednesdays at 3 p.m., Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 N. Winooski Ave.,
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anxiety and other types of distress. The group is a confidential space where family and friends can discuss shared experiences and receive support in an environment free of judgment and stigma with a trained facilitator. Weekly on Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Downtown Burlington. Info: Jess Horner, LICSW, 866-218-8586.
FAMILIES, PARTNERS, FRIENDS AND ALLIES OF TRANSGENDER ADULTS We are people with adult loved ones who are transgender or gender-nonconforming. We meet to support each other and to learn more about issues and concerns. Our sessions are supportive, informal, and confidential. Meetings are held at 5:30 PM, the second Thursday of each month at Pride Center of VT, 255 South Champlain St., Suite 12, in Burlington. Not sure if you’re ready for a meeting? We also offer one-on-one support. For more information, email rex@ pridecentervt.org or call 802-238-3801.
FCA FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Families coping with addiction (FCA) is an open community peer support group for adults 18 & over struggling with the drug or alcohol addiction of a loved one. FCA is not 12-step based but provides a forum for those living this experience to develop personal coping skills & draw strength from one another. Weekly on Wed., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Turning Point Center, corner of Bank St., Burlington. (Across from parking garage, above bookstore). thdaub1@gmail.com.
FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THOSE EXPERIENCING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS This support group is a dedicated meeting for family, friends and community members who are supporting a loved one through a mental health crisis. Mental health crisis might include extreme states, psychosis, depression,
FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? FA is a free 12-step
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FREE YOGA FOR RECOVERY Join Jessica Child for free yoga for individuals in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse. Every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. at Honest Yoga, 150 Dorset St., South Burlington. Mats are available at the studio. No experience necessary, just a willingness to deepen your recovery. R Info: jessicamchild@gmail. com, 802-999-8655. 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 month on Mondays in Burlington. Please call for date and location. RSVP mkeasler3@gmail.com or call 310-3301 (message says Optimum Health, but this is a private number). GRIEF & RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP 1st & 3rd Wed. of every mo., 7-8 p.m., Franklin County Home Health Agency (FCHHA), 3 Home Health Cir., St. Albans. 527-7531. LGBTQ VETERANS GROUP This veterans group is a safe place for veterans to gather and discuss ways to help the community, have dinners, send packages and help the families of LGBTQ service people. Ideas on being helpful encouraged. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m., at Christ Episcopal Church (The Little Red Door), 64 State Street, Montpelier. RSVP, 802-825-2045. HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP This Hearing Voices Group seeks to find understanding of voice hearing experiences as real lived experiences which may happen to anyone at anytime. We
choose to share experiences, support, and empathy. We validate anyone’s experience and stories about their experience as their own, as being an honest and accurate representation of their experience, and as being acceptable exactly as they are. Weekly on Tuesday, 2-3 p.m. Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-777-8602, abby@ pathwaysvermont.org. HEARTBEAT VERMONT Have you lost a friend, colleague or loved one by suicide? Some who call have experienced a recent loss and some are still struggling w/ a loss from long ago. Call us at 446-3577 to meet with our clinician, Jonathan Gilmore, at Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main St. All are welcome. HELLENBACH CANCER SUPPORT Call to verify meeting place. Info, 388-6107. People living with cancer & their caretakers convene for support.
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recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating or bulimia. Local meetings are held twice a week: Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Norwich, Vt.; and Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., at Hanover Friends Meeting House, Hanover, N.H. For more information and a list of additional meetings throughout the U.S. and the world, call 603-630-1495 or visit foodaddicts.org.
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NORTHWEST VERMONT CANCER PRAYER & SUPPORT NETWORK A meeting of cancer patients, survivors & family members intended to comfort & support those who are currently suffering from the disease. 2nd Thu. of every mo., 6-7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 11 Church St., St. Albans. Info: stpaulum@
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NAMI CONNECTION PEER SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS Bennington, every Tue., 1-2:30 p.m., CRT Center, United Counseling Service, 316 Dewey St.; Burlington, every Thu., 3-4:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2 Cherry St. (enter from parking lot); Berlin, second Thu. of the month, 4-5:30 p.m., CVMC Board Room, 130 Fisher Rd.; Rutland, every Sun., 4:30-6 p.m., Rutland Mental Health Wellness Center, 78 S. Main St.; St. Johnsbury, every Thu., 6:30-8 p.m., Unitarian Universalist
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Brattleboro, 1st Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., 1st Congregational Church, 880 Western Ave., West Brattleboro; Burlington, 3rd Wed. of every mo., 6 p.m., Community Health Center, Riverside Ave., Mansfield Conference Room; Burlington, 2nd & 4th Tue. of every mo., 7 p.m., HowardCenter, corner of Pine & Flynn Ave.; Berlin, 4th Mon. of every mo., 7 p.m. Central Vermont Medical Center, Room 3; Georgia, 1st Tue. of every mo., 6 p.m., Georgia Public Library, 1697 Ethan Allen Highway (Exit 18, I-89); Manchester, 4th Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., Equinox Village, 2nd floor; Rutland, 3rd Mon. of every mo., 6 p.m., Rutland Regional Medical Center, Leahy Conference Ctr., room D; Springfield, 3rd Wed. of every mo., 6:30 p.m., HCRS (café on right far side), 390 River St.; St. Johnsbury, 4th Wed. of every mo., 5:30 p.m., Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital Library, 1315 Hospital Dr.
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KINDRED CONNECTIONS PROGRAM OFFERED FOR CHITTENDEN COUNTY CANCER SURVIVORS The Kindred Connections program provides peer support for all those touched by cancer. Cancer patients as well as caregivers are provided with a mentor who has been through the cancer experience & knows what it’s like to go through it. In
MALE SURVIVOR OF VIOLENCE GROUP A monthly, closed group for male identified survivors of violence including relationship, sexual assault, and discrimination. Open to all sexual orientations. Contact 863-0003 for more information or safespace@pridecentervt.org.
MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Area Myeloma Survivors, Families and Caregivers have come together to form a Multiple Myeloma Support Group. We provide emotional support, resources about treatment options, coping strategies and a support network by participating in the group experience with people that have been though similar situations. Third Tuesday of the month, 5-6 p.m. at the New Hope Lodge on East Avenue in Burlington. Info: Kay Cromie, 655-9136, kgcromey@aol.com.
Church, 47 Cherry St. If you have questions about a group in your area, please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont, program@ namivt.org or 800639-6480. Connection groups are peer recovery support group programs for adults living with mental health challenges.
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INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS/PAINFUL BLADDER SUPPORT GROUP Interstitial cystitis (IC) and painful bladder syndrome can result in recurring pelvic pain, pressure or discomfort in the bladder/pelvic region & urinary frequency/ urgency. These are often misdiagnosed & mistreated as a chronic bladder infection. If you have been diagnosed or have these symptoms, you are not alone. For Vermont-based support group, email bladderpainvt@gmail.com or call 899-4151 for more information.
LGBTQ SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE SafeSpace offers peer-led support groups for survivors of relationship, dating, emotional &/or hate violence. These groups give survivors a safe & supportive environment to tell their stories, share information, & offer & receive support. Support groups also provide survivors an opportunity to gain information on how to better cope with feelings & experiences that surface because of the trauma they have experienced. Please call SafeSpace 863-0003 if you are interested in joining.
a free 12-step program where addicts help other addicts to get & stay clean. Ongoing Tue. at 6:30 p.m. and Sat. at 2 p.m. at Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., suite 200, Burlington. 861-3150.
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OPEN EARS, OPEN MINDS A mutual support circle that focuses on connection and selfexploration. Fridays at 1 p.m., Pathways Vermont Community Center, 279 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Abby Levinsohn, 777-8602.
SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION NEW ENGLAND Support group meeting held 4th Tue. of the mo., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Williston Police Station. Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) A 12-step program for people who identify as overeaters, compulsive eaters, food addicts, anorexics, bulimics, etc. No matter what your problem with food, we have a solution! All are welcome, meetings are open, and there are no dues or fees. See oavermont.org/ meeting-list/ for the current meeting list, meeting format and more; or call 802-8632655 any time! POTATO INTOLERANCE SUPPORT GROUP Anyone coping with potato intolerance and interested in joining a support group, contact Jerry Fox, 48 Saybrook Rd., Essex Junction, VT 05452. QUEEN CITY MEMORY CAFÉ The Queen City Memory Café offers a social time & place for people with memory impairment & their fiends & family to laugh, learn & share concerns & celebrate feeling understood & connected. Enjoy coffee, tea & baked goods with entertainment & conversation. QCMC meets the 3rd Sat. of each mo., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Thayer Building, 1197 North Ave., Burlington. 316-3839. QUEER CARE GROUP This support group is for adult family members and caregivers of queer, and/or questioning youth. It is held on the 2nd Monday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. at Outright Vermont, 241 North Winooski Ave. This group is for adults only. For more information, email info@outrightvt.org. QUIT TOBACCO GROUPS Are you ready to be tobacco free? Join our FREE fi ve-week group classes facilitated by our Tobacco Treatment Specialists. We meet in a friendly, relaxed
SEX & LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem w/ sex or relationships? We can help. Ralph, 658-2657. Visit slaafws. org or saa-recovery.org for meetings near you. SEXUAL VIOLENCE SUPPORT HOPE Works offers free support groups to women, men & teens who are survivors of sexual violence. Groups are available for survivors at any stage of the healing process. Intake for all support groups is ongoing. If you are interested in learning more or would like to schedule an intake to become a group member, please call our office at 864-0555, ext. 19, or email our victim advocate at advocate@ sover.net. STUTTERING SUPPORT GROUPS If you’re a person who stutters, you are not alone! Adults, teens & school-age kids who stutter & their families are welcome to join one of our three free National Stuttering Association (NSA) stuttering support groups at UVM. Adults: 5:30-6:30, 1st & 3rd Tue. monthly; teens (ages 13-17): 5:30-6:30, 1st Thu. monthly; school-age children (ages 8-12) & parents (meeting separately): 4:15-5:15, 2nd Thu. monthly. Pomeroy Hall (489 Main St., UVM campus. Info: burlingtonstutters.org, burlingtonstutters@ gmail.com, 656-0250. Go Team Stuttering! SUICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP For those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide. Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 N. Main St., Wallingford, 446-3577. 6:30-8 p.m. the 3rd Tue. of ea. mo. SUICIDE HOTLINES IN VT Brattleboro, 257-7989; Montpelier (Washington County Mental Health Emergency Services),
229-0591; Randolph (Clara Martin Center Emergency Service), 800-639-6360. SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Circle (Washington Co. only). Please call 877-5439498 for more info. SURVIVORSHIP NOW Welcome, cancer survivors. Survivorship NOW has free wellness programs to empower cancer survivors to move beyond cancer & live life well. Regain your strength & balance. Renew your spirit. Learn to nourish your body with exercise & nutritious foods. Tap in to your creative side. Connect with others who understand the challenges you face. Go to survivorshipnowvt. org today to sign up. Info, 802-7771126, info@ survivorshipnowvt.org. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE — BURLINGTON Who: Persons experiencing the impact of a loved one’s suicide. When: 1st Wed. of each mo., 6-7:30 p.m. Location: Comfort Inn, 5 Dorset St., Burlington. Facilitators: Myra Handy, 951-5156 or Liz Mahoney, 879-7109. Request: We find it important to connect with people before their first meeting. If you can, please call one of the facilitators before you come. Thank you! SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE If you have lost someone to suicide and wish to have a safe place to talk, share and spend a little time with others who have had a similar experience, join us the 3rd Thu. at the Faith Lighthouse Church, Rte. 105, Newport (105 Alderbrook), 7-9 p.m. Please call before attending. Info: Mary Butler, 744-6284. THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP The Compassionate Friends international support group for parents, siblings and families grieving the loss of a child meets every third Tuesday of the month, 7-9 p.m., at Kismet Place, 363 Blair Park Rd., Williston. Call/email Jay at 802-373-1263, compassionatefriendsvt@ gmail.com.
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For more information Burlington’s Generator Maker Space is looking for a part-time 802.870.1429 or individual to help implement our community outreach programs jobs@drpower.com and oversee Generator member’s participation in volunteer opportunities. The position will work with community partners (public schools, King Street Center, Spectrum Youth and Family, etc.) to offer K12 STEM-based education programming, Untitled-5 1 8/17/18 vocational training, and to coordinate special educational events, and class visits. The Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator will also serve as an ambassador for members who have special needs or would like help accessing services as well as collaborate with other community organizations to mobilize volunteers, and strategize inclusive methods to recruit and Champlain Community Services is a growing developmental retain a more diverse membership. Strong organizational and services provider agency with a strong emphasis on selfcommunications skills are required. Please send a cover letter determination values and employee and consumer satisfaction. and resume to director@generatorvt.com.
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WOODSIDE YOUTH CENTER TEACHER – COLCHES TER Woodside Juvenile Rehabilitation Center seeks a FULL-TIME MATH TEACHER to join the education team within our secure residential treatment facility. The candidate must possess a valid Vermont Educator License with an endorsement that specifies grades 7-12. Safety is a constant concern and the candidate will teach multiple grade levels to a changing group of students on a year-round schedule. Curriculum preparation, classroom management, differentiation and documentation are job requirements. Department: Children and Families. For more information, contact Kris Hoffman at kris.hoffman@vermont.gov. Status: Full Time. Job ID #623323. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.
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Champlain Community Services is hiring for a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) with strong clinical, organizational and communication skills to add to our case management team. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, an interest in quality improvement and assurance, and proven leadership. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in the human service field, QDDP, and demonstrated leadership skills. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a distinctive developmental service provider agency during a time of growth. Send your cover letter and application to Elizabeth Sightler, esightler@ccs-vt.org.
Direct Support Professional
CCS is offering direct support professional positions and per diem shifts. Starting wage is $14.35 per hour, with mileage reimbursement and a comprehensive benefit package. This is an excellent job for applicants entering human services or for those looking to continue their work in this field. Send your cover letter and application to Karen Ciechanowicz, staff@ccs-vt.org.
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Director, Friends of the Morrill Homestead Small non-profit supporting the Justin Morrill Historic Site in Strafford, VT, seeks a new part-time Director. Interesting place. Wonderful people. Events planning essential.
Case Manager The Lamoille Family Center seeks a full-time, energetic, organized, and flexible individual to provide case management and crisis intervention services to 12 to 23 year old youth and young adults. This position works as part of the LINK program team, has significant contact with schools, social service partners and the Dept. of Children and Families. An understanding of Positive Youth Development approaches is desired. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year work experience with vulnerable youth and their parents/ guardians is required. Qualified candidates will have a solid understanding of positive youth development, social work, ability to organize & manage documentation, strong communication skills, and an ability to collaborate with multiple community partners. Candidates should have a knowledge of various youth focused systems of care. Travel throughout the Lamoille Valley, occasional crisis/after hours response, and some evening work required. Please send cover letter and resume to: Lamoille Family Center 480 Cady’s Falls Road, Morrisville, VT 05661 or jhunsberger@lamoillefamilycenter.org.
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The City of Burlington seeks interested candidates to1t-FriendsofMorrillHomestead082218.indd 1 8/17/18 join our team to administer the Burlington Employee Retirement System, & coordinate property and casualty Marine Technician insurance operations. Responsibilities include providing Immediate opening for Marine guidance to employees and retirees related to retirement Technicians. Experience in all aspects of vessel mechanical, benefits, supporting audit and valuation activities, and electrical and propulsion repair ensuring the system remains a competitive employee and maintenance preferred. benefit. Insurance operations involve processing claims, The position is full time year round with required confirming coverages, and analyzing trends. Requirements overtime during peak seasons include a Bachelor’s degree, at least four (4) years of (Spring/Fall). Applicants must experience in business or public administration, employee enjoy working outdoors, be a benefits, or compensation, and knowledge of retirement team player and posses the basic tools required. Applicants fund administration practices and procedures. Experience must be capable of lifting 80 with the implementation and maintenance of technical pounds, climbing ladders and solutions is highly desired. working in confined spaces. To learn more and apply visit
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Candidates must have: Proven capacity for providing basic skills instruction reading, writing, math, computer literacy; Proven capacity for providing instruction to English Language Learners and preparation for U.S. citizenship; Experience with developing personalized education plans; Spirit and capacity for outreach and organizing community involvement to support student success; Experience with volunteers; Familiarity with the service area (Montpelier, East Montpelier, Berlin, Middlesex, Worcester) CVABE, a community-based, nonprofit organization has served the residents of Washington, Orange and Lamoille counties for 50+ years. Hundreds of central Vermonters enroll annually to improve basic literacy skills, pursue alternative pathways to high school completion, learn English as another language, and gain skills for work and college. Please submit cover letter, resume and three references by August 29th to: Executive Director Central Vermont Adult Basic Education, Inc. 46 Washington Street, Suite 100 Barre, Vermont 05641 info@cvabe.org
Champlain Community Services is a growing developmental services provider agency with a strong emphasis on self-determination values and employee and consumer satisfaction.
Program Manager Do you enjoy case management but wish you only had one person on your caseload? CCS is offering a unique position coordinating the residential and community supports for a humorous woman who leads an active life and enjoys spending time outside. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team-oriented position, have strong clinical skills, demonstrated leadership and can provide two overnight shifts. Send your cover letter and application to Scott Broderick, sbroderick@ccs-vt.org. Building a community where everyone participates and everyone belongs. ccs-vt.org
Excellent pay and benefits with ongoing training and education to grow your profession. Send resumes to: yardboss@pointbaymarina.com
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The Bus Aide position will also be the backup school bus driver in the event the regularly scheduled driver is not available. CDL Bus Endorsement is a requirement for permanent employment; however, BSD will offer training and support for an individual to receive any such required school bus licensure. This is a fulltime, school-year position with competitive wages, benefits and retirement plan. All positions must be able to pass a background check. To apply, visit www.bsdvt.org and click on “Careers” for current listing of employment opportunities. EOE
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Service Coordinator Cafe Manager Mirabelles is a busy bakery-cafe that has been in business for 28 years. We are hiring a front of the house manager. Responsibilities include hiring and managing waitstaff and counter staff, creating and implementing training programs, scheduling, and ordering. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience managing FOH operations at a restaurant. Send resumes to: mirabelles198@comcast.net. Also seeking a part-time dishwasher!
Full-time position to coordinate a range of community-based supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges. Case load size (5-7). Overall responsibilities include: planning and coordinating supports, collaborating with clinical staff in empowering individuals to develop meaningful relationships, and fostering growth towards independence. Minimum: Associate’s degree in human services or related field; Bachelor degree or QDDP preferred. Competitive salary based on experience. Benefits include medical, short/long disability, paid time-off, retirement, mileage reimbursement.
Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) is seeking qualified candidates to fill a variety of available positions. PPNNE is the largest reproductive health care and sexuality education provider and advocate in Northern New England. Our mission is to provide, promote, and protect access to reproductive health care and sexuality education so that all people can make voluntary choices about their reproductive and sexual health.
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NOFA-VT is a nonprofit association of farmers, gardeners, and consumers working to promote an economically viable and ecologically sound Vermont food system for the benefit of current and future generations. Our Farmer Services Program provides business planning, production technical assistance, and educational opportunities for aspiring, early stage, and established farmers statewide. We are announcing an opening for the following position: • Farm Business Advisor For the full job description and more information about our organization, visit our website at nofavt.org/about-us/ join-our-team.
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• Lead Patient Accounts/Medical Billing Associate – Colchester, VT For more information and to apply, visit our website at www.ppnne.org and submit your Cover Letter & Resume by clicking on our JOBS tab at the bottom.
Planned Parenthood of Northern New England Northfield Savings Bank is looking for a professional to join welcomes diversity & is an Equal Opportunity Employer. our team as a Digital Marketing Manager. This individual will be responsible for the management and coordination of product development, customer mailings and campaigns, the website 8/17/18 and digital online portals. The Digital Marketing Manager will 5v-PPNNE082218.indd 1 perform new product research, collect and interpret customer analytics, and support the CRM database. This individual will Light-Works, a locally owned visual communications manage the development of electronic and print product production company in our 41st year, is looking for a literature and will also contribute product information for detail oriented, full-time Digital Print Technician to join marketing and advertising projects. The position offers a strong opportunity to work for a growing premier Vermont our team of highly skilled imaging professionals. Please mutual savings bank. email a resume to marty@lightworksvt.com.
The Digital Marketing Manager must possess excellent communication and customer service skills for both internal and external customers. A Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration and related field, with pertinent analytical curriculum is required. Five years of experience in marketing, product management, or digital content and two years of experience in the financial industry are preferred. Northfield Savings Bank, founded in 1867, is the largest banking institution headquartered in Vermont. NSB offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, profit sharing, matching 401(K) retirement program, professional development opportunities, and a positive work environment supported by a team culture. Please submit your resume and application in confidence to: Careers@nsbvt.com (Preferred) Or mail: Northfield Savings Bank Human Resources P.O. Box 7180 Barre, VT 05641-7180 Equal Opportunity Employer/Member FDIC
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The ideal candidate will be a trouble-shooting expert who can take our client’s artwork and print accurately with our well-known photographic quality to various wide format devices. You will be operating and maintaining state-of-the-art wide format flatbed and roll-to-roll printing equipment. Candidates should be proficient on both Mac & PC platforms. As a Digital Print Technician at Light-Works, you will be using the latest printing technology to help our clients effectively create and produce high-quality exhibit and display graphics, panels, and much more. There are new and different project challenges every day. For a full job description, go to jobs.sevendaysvt.com.
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The Winooski Memorial Library seeks a Youth Services Coordinator. This role plans, organizes and designs ageappropriate programming year-round as well as oversees the Library’s Homework Help/Tutoring Programs for middle and high-school aged youth in partnership with the Winooski School District and volunteers. In addition to a focus on youth services, the Youth Services Coordinator will provide all Library patrons with high-quality, friendly, and professional customer service around varied Library functions. For more information about joining our team, please visit
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Northfield Savings Bank is looking for a professional to join our team as a Business Systems Analyst for our Information Technology department located at our Berlin Operations Center. The Business Systems Analyst will collect, analyze and monitor business area requirements that will lead to the development, upgrade or implementation of computer application programs. This position offers a strong opportunity to work for a growing premier Vermont mutual savings bank. The Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for testing, updating and correcting problems as they develop for business software systems. This individual will work with Business Areas, investigate systems features and applicability to business need and manage a project’s scope, acceptance, installation and deployment from start to finish. The Business Systems Analyst must possess excellent communication and customer service skills for both internal and external customers. Requirements include: Effective Project Management skills, a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or Information Technology and two years’ related experience. Direct knowledge of banking software systems and experience in a financial institution is preferred. Northfield Savings Bank, founded in 1867, is the largest banking institution headquartered in Vermont. NSB offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, profit sharing, matching 401(K) retirement program, professional development opportunities, and a positive work environment supported by a team culture. Please submit your resume and application in confidence to: Careers@nsbvt.com (Preferred) Or mail: Northfield Savings Bank, Human Resources P.O. Box 7180 Barre, VT 05641-7180 Equal Opportunity Employer/Member FDIC
Lamoille Restorative Center is looking to hire two Case Managers to work in Burlington as part of the Pretrial Services/RICC program. This position will be housed at the Chittenden County State’s Attorney’s office with time spent in the office, Chittenden County Court, Chittenden County Correctional Facility, and the community. The ideal candidate for this position will have an interest in criminal justice reform, proven case management skills, and a clear sense of professional boundaries.
Responsibilities of the position include:
• Conducting evidence-based substance use and mental health screenings
WE’RE HIRING! Lawson’s Finest Liquids is hiring for various positions in our new Waitsfield brewery, taproom and retail store which will open this autumn. We’re looking for highly skilled and motivated staff to join our team! Go to: LawsonsFinestLiquidsLLC. appone.com to apply.
A bachelor’s degree in social work, human services or criminal justice is desired. Experience in law enforcement or a related field can be substituted for education. Reliable transportation is required. Interested individuals can apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Lamoille Restorative Center’s hiring committee at info@lrcvt.org. This position pays $20-$22 per hour, depending on experience.
• Taproom & Retail Assistant Manager – In conjunction with the manager, responsible for oversight of the taproom and retail operations. • Food Curator - The key role in orchestrating exemplary food service in our taproom offering tasting plates of local artisan products. • Taproom & Retail Beertender (F/T & P/T positions) – A multifaceted position providing outstanding customer service in both our taproom and retail operations. • Warehouse Manager - Ensures all required materials are stored and available for brewing and packaging operations.
Lamoille Restorative Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications accepted until positions are filled.
• Packaging Line Operators - Responsible for all aspects of packaging beer in the brewery.
• Supporting access to appropriate treatment or other resources with the aim of improving people’s health and reducing future adverse involvement in the justice system • Collaborating with partner agencies and professionals in the criminal justice system
Lamoille Restorative Center is responsible for the delivery of Pretrial Services statewide and employs the Chittenden County Pretrial Services Case Managers. Our mission is to improve public safety and the well-being of Vermonters by fostering the dignity and resilience of individuals and families through restorative justice, relationship-building and empowering self-sufficiency. Learn more about LRC at www.lrcvt.org.
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HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION INVESTIGATOR City of Burlington
Conducts impartial investigations into complaints of discrimination in housing, public accommodations and state government employment. Full job description at
ASSOCIATE PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEER LIMITED SERVICE FULL TIME Under the supervision of a Senior Public Works Engineer, the Associate Public Works Engineer is responsible for entry level professional and administrative engineering work involved in the development and implementation of various civil engineering projects within the public right-of-way for the City of Burlington, generally including streets, sidewalks, and structures but excluding water, wastewater, and stormwater. Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, surveying and computer drafting skills experience.
www.hrc.vermont.gov. Successful applicant will be eligible for admission in Vermont with a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent Vermont four-year law study. Demonstrated experience in civil rights, conducting investigations, dispute and conflict resolution, restorative justice and/or training a plus.
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Assistant News Director VPR seeks an assistant news director to help lead and grow our awardwinning newsroom. This supervisory position offers the opportunity to make a significant mark on VPR as we develop the direction of local news coverage on-air, on demand and digitally. Candidates with experience in public radio reporting who are ready to take on a stronger editorial role are encouraged to apply. Find more, the full job description, and application process at vpr.net/careers. VPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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PRODUCTION DESIGNER FOR WOOD FRAMING M ANUFACTURING SHOP Connor Mill-Built Homes is looking for an architectural production designer to prepare shop plans for our home production shop. This job is an opportunity to work collaboratively with other designers at CMBH in the replication of historic design detail as applied to current framing methods and procedures. A practical knowledge of standard wood framing methods is essential, while the company is willing to teach historic architectural production details. Most design work is done in AutoCAD and or other production design software, however, an applicant with a good knowledge of framing drawings done through traditional hand drawing can also qualify. CMBH is a nationally recognized manufacturer with expertise in custom historic architectural design, and is growing its workforce in Middlebury to accommodate an ever-increasing demand for its product throughout the Northeast and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to work with like-minded employees who want to build sophisticated historic architecture using a mix of established building methods and high technology.
HOME CONSTRUCTION ESTIM ATOR Connor Mill-Built Homes is seeking an estimator to put together costing for wood frame construction and high-end architectural detailing. A working knowledge of residential construction is required. Previous experience as an estimator in the residential building world would be most helpful, but others with relevant experience in wood framing and residential home construction should also apply. A custom estimating program is currently being used and can be taught and learned as needed. Send resumes and cover letter with job title to:
canderson@connormill-built.com Connor Mill-Built Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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TCO Generalist - Physical Plant Department - #S1709PO The Training and Compliance Office (TCO) of Physical Plant Department is hiring a TCO Generalist. This position assists with data management and maintenance of records, reports and work orders, coordinates service requests for building maintenance, implements office processes, and uses a variety of software applications. This position also supports the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures. Minimum qualifications: Associate’s degree and one to three years related experience and valid driver’s license required.* The Department seeks candidates who can demonstrate an ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability and delivering exceptional value and great experience to our UVM campus customers. *Job posting contains further details on the position and minimum requirements. To learn more about Physical Plant Department, visit http://www.uvm. edu/~uvmppd/ Fleet Mechanic - Transportation and Parking Services #S1716PO - Perform complex repairs and maintenance on vehicles. Be responsible for the safety and roadworthiness of the Transportation and Parking Services fleet. The fleet of 20 vehicles includes alternative power sources (compressed natural gas, hybrid electric, and diesel). Responsibilities include prioritizing, diagnosing, determining correct resolution and repairing all vehicles. Reporting to the Mechanic Supervisor, this position requires active engagement in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion, environmental sustainability and delivering a great customer experience. For further information on these positions and others currently available, or to apply online, please visit our website at: www.uvmjobs. com; Job Hotline #802-656-2248; telephone #802-656-3494. Applicants must apply for position electronically. Paper resumes are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.
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Job includes photography, research and customer service. Must be enthusiastic, efficient, enjoy meeting and working with the public and have a good driving record. Friendly working environment. Company vehicle provided. Please send resume to info@nancyjenkins.com to apply.
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College St. Children’s Center, a 5 Star, NAEYC accredited infant toddler center, is looking for a full-time early childhood educator to join our high quality team of ECE teachers. Associate’s degree in ECE and some experience preferred, but not required; qualified candidates will be professional, creative, dedicated to high quality early care and education, and able to work as a team. Benefits included. We are also looking for substitute teachers. Please send cover letter and resume to
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Are you looking for a challenge? Do you want to be part of an elite force or security professionals? If so SCIC is the place for you. SCIS is currently searching for full and part-time physical Security Officers/ Guards in Vergennes, VT.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • U.S. citizen • 18 years of age or older • High School Diploma or Equivalent
Applications are being accepted for the part-time Assistant 3:46 PM Volleyball coach at Saint Michael’s College. Saint Michael’s College is an NCAA Division II institution (Northeast-10 Conference), and sponsors 21 varsity sports. Additional program information can be found at www.smcathletics.com. Assists with all aspects of the coaching and management of the volleyball team including but not limited to: • In-game coaching and practices • Supporting the academic and personal development of all student-athletes • Assisting with official and unofficial campus visits for prospective student-athletes
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• Must be able to meet state/county licensing requirements for Security Officers • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Courteous telephone manner and customer service skills • Ability to pass a background check, personality assessment, and drug screen
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Spring Lake Ranch is a long term residential program for adults with mental health and addiction issues. Residents find strength and hope through shared work and community. We are searching for:
Work Program Director
Responsible for management of the therapeutic work and adventure programs; supervising work program staff, planning and organizing adventure programming to include canoeing, backpacking, and ski trips. Will be a member of the Ranch Leadership Team and must be enthusiastic about becoming a member of a therapeutic community. Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or adventure based therapeutic programming is required; with experience in a psychiatric treatment, education, or wilderness therapy preferred. Ideal candidates will have a great sense of humor, high tolerance for frustration, and incredible ability to roll with change. Applicants must send a cover letter indicating their interest in Spring Lake Ranch along with resume to: marym@springlakeranch.org, or fax to (802) 492-3331, or mail to SLR, 1169 Spring Lake Road, Cuttingsville, VT 05738.
Estate Planning Attorney Join a well established small law firm located in Burlington, Vermont. We are deeply committed to long-term relationships and expertise for our clients. This is a unique opportunity to bring your understanding of trust and estate planning 3:51 PM to our firm and to work with one of the foremost Estate Planning experts in the State, with potential to succeed to this long standing practice. You will have full responsibility for relationship development, consultation and servicing our clients in trust and estate planning. We are looking for an attorney with 1 - 5 years of trust and estate planning experience who is highly motivated. You will have a proven ability to provide excellence to our clients and a desire to work inside a firm culture that emphasizes team work and a client centered approach. Please send your resume, salary requirements and cover letter to: Aimee Cardinal, Estate Planning Coordinator, acardinal@cdbesq.com.
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AmeriCorps Positions Join our AmeriCorps Team and serve your community locally!
Full-Time and Part-Time positions available in and around Burlington, serving youth and families with non profit organizations, schools, and city departments. Our AmeriCorps members receive training and provide direct service to close opportunity gaps for youth in education and career pathways, and promote STEM awareness and participation.
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Lund offers hope and opportunity to families through education, treatment, family support and adoption.
Program Assistant Vermont Oxford Network is seeking a full-time Program Assistant to join our dynamic Division of Quality Improvement and Education. The Program Assistant will support VON’s NICQ and iNICQ programs – unique interdisciplinary quality improvement collaboratives made up of neonatal teams and families seeking to improve neonatal care. The Program Assistant will help prepare content for and execute webinars, face-to-face meetings, and online educational offerings throughout the year. The Program Assistant will also support the Director of Quality Improvement and Education. This role requires strong skills in written communication, administrative support, and project management. To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to jobs@vtoxford.org with “Program Assistant” in the subject line. For the full job description visit www.vtoxford.org/jobs.
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Do you like connecting with others? Are you passionate about Vermont winters? And springs, summers and autumns? What year is your Subaru? What’s your idea of a perfect day in Vermont? Or night? Do you embody our ideals of community through your positive and respectful attitude? Do you like questions? We can’t wait to hear your answers!
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Vermont Oxford Network (VON) is a nonprofit voluntary collaboration of health care professionals at over 1,200 hospitals and organizations worldwide, working together to improve medical care for the most vulnerable newborns. At VON we transform data into action to help save babies’ lives. We are seeking a new Program Assistant to join our passionate, growing team in the fun and relaxed atmosphere of our offices in the heart of Burlington’s Pine Street innovation corridor. Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Vermont in 2018 by the Best Companies Group, VON values innovation, creativity, and respect for every team member.
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Hotel Vermont is looking for warm and engaging Vermonters to help our guests explore like a local and relax like it’s their job.
We offer a living allowance and education award. Fulltime members receive health insurance. Our members receive training and gain valuable experience in this unique opportunity for national service.
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Cook for Early Childhood Program: Part-Time About the Position:
• Cook will perform meal planning, preparation and clean up in a licensed child care setting following nutrition and whole food focused program guidelines. Ideal candidate will have an interest in providing nutritious, kid friendly fare utilizing local produce and fresh fruits and vegetables as often as possible while working within an established budget. • Lund’s early childhood team is a play-based center that is mission-driven and committed to supporting vulnerable families. • Early childhood teachers collaborate with community partners to ensure all children are receiving services that provide for optimal care and education. • Hours are 9-1, Monday-Friday, with the possibility of extra hours working as a substitute in our classrooms, if desired.
What We Look For:
• A self-motivated and creative individual who can work effectively in a fast paced setting while managing deadlines and food program requirements. • A candidate who is passionate and committed to working with a dedicated group of professionals and an energetic and inspiring group of young children ranging in ages 4 months – 5 years. • Food preparation and service experience preferred.
Why Join Our Team at Lund:
• Ongoing training opportunities available. • Lund is a multi-service nonprofit that has served families and children throughout Vermont for 125 years. • Our mission is to help children thrive by empowering families to break cycles of poverty, addiction and abuse. • Commitment surrounding diversity and cultural competence. • Lund offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time positions including health, dental, life insurance, disability, retirement, extensive time off accrual and holiday pay. • Excellent opportunity to join strengths-based team of multi-disciplinary professionals.
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Lead an organization that connects the next generation to nature and actively builds community. EarthWalk’s Executive Director will provide the vision, strategic leadership, financial management, and operational skills to strengthen and grow the organization, pursue its mission, and expand its community. Team leadership, fund-raising, and communication are core responsibilities. A creative, resourceful, and empathic leader will thrive in this rewarding organization.Visit www.earthwalkvermont.org for details. Application deadline September 21.
Manager of Housing Programs The Winooski Housing Authority (WHA) is seeking a full-time, detailoriented individual to manage, coordinate, and provide oversight of the rental assistance activities specific to the Winooski Housing Authority. This position directly supervises the work of seven individuals in the Occupancy Department. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, knowledge of general housing operations, practices and procedures, including applicable laws and regulations. Five years of experience in housing program administration, or in housing programs needed. Excellent compensation and benefits package, a team oriented, friendly work environment. WHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a full job description visit www.winooskihousing.org.
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HR Generalist
Basin Harbor, a seasonal resort on Lake Champlain, seeks a HR Generalist to work with our awesome team. The successful candidate has a background in the hospitality industry with experience recruiting, training and motivating the team. The company hires 275 seasonal staff to augment the 30 year round staff so there many moving pieces. Must be a self-starter with experience in MS Office and Kronos. Experience with H2B visas would be very helpful. Requirements include a BA/BS in human resources, and 5 years’ experience in a busy human resources office. Kindly send resume to work@basinharbor.com.
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Assessment Administrators
Seeking motivated individuals to proctor in-school assessment sessions with 4th-, 8th- and 12th-grade students for the National Assessment of Educational Progress. Must be available to work January 28–March 8, 2019. Paid training, paid time and mileage reimbursement for local driving, and weekly paychecks. This is a part-time, temporary position. For more information, visit www.workNAEP.com and provide your name and email. We will contact you with a link to our online application when it is available. Questions? Email:
The Janet S. Munt Family Room is a parent child center located in the Old North End in Burlington. We provide playgroups, family education, home visiting services and early education. Our mission is to provide a place that builds healthy, connected communities by supporting families and young children. Visit our website: www.thefamilyroomvt.org We are currently seeking to fill 3 positions.
Fatherhood Program Specialist-Part time - 10-15 hours
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Seeking a candidate who will work in our Fathers And Children Together playgroup Tuesday nights, facilitating activities for children and fathers. Additionally, this position includes case management of fathers and leading a prenatal workshop for expectant dads.
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The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, have a strong understanding of child development and have some experience with group facilitation and social work. We are looking for passionate, playful, energetic and creative candidates. -Pay is based on education and experience.
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Vermont Psychiatric Survivors, Inc. (VPS) seeks a
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, work well with both parents and children, have a background in early education and child development and be able to use own vehicle to do home visits. Special consideration for candidates with a background in social work and/or who are multilingual. We are looking for flexible, self-directed and compassionate candidates. -Pay is based on education and experience.
Vermont Psychiatric Survivors, Inc.with (VPS) seeks a dynamic, visionary Executive Director proven dynamic, Executive with and proven experiencevisionary in advocacy, financialDirector management, experience in advocacy, financial management, and inspiring staff. The Executive Director is responsible for inspiring staff. The Executive Director is responsible managing day-to-day operations to fulfill VPS’s mission. for managing day-to-day operations to fulfill VPS’s The organization has an annual of approximately and 10 employees.and mission. The organization hasbudget an annual budget of$550,000, approximately $550,000, The Executive Director reports toDirector the Boardreports of Directors. 10 employees. The Executive to the Board of Directors.
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Program Support Staff-Part time - 18 hours Seeking a candidate who loves to play with children and enjoys interacting with parents in our programs. Candidate will have strong communication skills, work well in a team and be self directed. Multilingual skills are a plus and we are looking for energetic, positive and playful individuals. This position requires some cleaning and substantial physical activity.
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Seeking experienced home visitor to add to our team. Candidate will be part of our dedicated home visiting team to help provide support to families. The home visiting team members are trained in Parents as Teachers and are also part of our program staff.
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Join Our Team! – Case Manager! Our Randolph office is currently seeking a Case Manager. The Case Manager is responsible for providing individual support of an assigned caseload through coordination of clinical, residential, educational/vocational components; in addition to development of a professional clinical relationship with the individuals served by Upper Valley Services, Inc., their families, guardians, community, and other human service agencies including the Department of Developmental and Mental Health Services to ensure consumer well-being and safety. This requires the employee to be organized and disciplined with prioritizing tasks, record keeping, meeting deadlines, working independently, and communicating effectively. It also requires the employee to occasionally work non-traditional office hours including nights and weekends. Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Services or related field, with at least 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. To apply visit www.uvs-vt.org/join-us or email resume to mdindo@uvs-vt.org
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Qualified applicants will have experience in the maintenance & construction of roads & drainage systems, including snow removal operations and the operation of light equipment. A valid Commercial Driver’s License is required. Hourly range is $20.00-$20.77. For more info go to colchestervt.gov/Jobs.aspx. Send resume & completed employment application to Slabarge@colchestervt.gov. by Thursday, September 6, 2018. E.O.E. 3h-TownofColchester082218.indd 1
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Providing Innovative Mental Health and Educational Services to Vermont’s Children & Families.
“Make a difference in the life of a child!”- NFI Vermont, a leader in specialized trauma and adolescent development, is looking to expand our team of innovators. Full time and part time positions available. Competitive wages, training opportunities, flexible work schedules and family oriented culture. Excellent benefits with tuition reimbursement offered for 30 or more hour employees. Visit our career page at www.nfivermont.org to learn more!
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Executive Director Love Lake Champlain and its historical lore? Are you an experienced leader and mentor with knowledge of the nonprofit world? Then we have the job for you! The Lake Champlain Maritime Museum is looking for an enthusiastic, environmentally aware, history curious, education minded people person to become our next Executive Director. LCMM is a unique blend of museum and education provider with classroom instruction, hands-on learning opportunities, semester long boat-building program, and professional development courses. Our summer camps (Lake Adventure Camps) are a popular staple during the summer. And the core of our museum, what gave it life and underpins the entire organization, is our nautical archaeology program. In a word, shipwrecks.
Please visit www.lcmm.org/job-opening-executive-director/ to learn more and apply.
Northeastern Family Institute, a statewide mental health treatment agency for children, adolescents and families, is seeking a Clinical Quality Systems Manager to work with clinicians and program directors to create and monitor documentation systems that reflect the high quality of our trauma-informed work. This position will be responsible for maintaining a thorough knowledge of the Medicaid and licensing regulations governing our programs, collaborating to develop quality control systems, training staff on clinical documentation, conducting Utilization Review meetings and auditing of programs records. Master’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology is required. Thorough knowledge of clinical documentation requirements and experience training staff required.Excellent benefits with tuition reimbursement offered for 30 or more hour employees. Competitive wages, training opportunities, flexible work schedules, reflective supervision, and family oriented culture. Please include cover letter, resume and salary requirements when applying.
Facilities Maintenance Coordinator NFI Vermont is seeking a part-time Facilities Maintenance Coordinator to be responsible for scheduling routine inspections, identifying and coordinating preventative maintenance needs (electrical, HVAC and plumbing) by contacting and scheduling vendors, and program repairs. This role also identifies and assists in resolving facility compliance issues related the ADA, OSHA, fire and building codes to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies. This position provides general support to NFI locations mostly in Chittenden and Franklin Counties. Extensive experience in facility and grounds maintenance is required. Certifications in facility and grounds maintenance is preferred. Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to travel.
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FARM TO SCHOOL AND EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY (EFS) PROFESSIONAL LEARNING EDUCATOR Shelburne Farms is looking to hire a full-time Farm to School and Education for Sustainability (EFS) Professional Learning Educator. The position is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating programs for educators focusing on EFS, place-based learning, and food-systems/ farm to school. Please send resume and cover letter to:
pd@shelburnefarms.org. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR We are seeking a full-time Program Administration Coordinator to support the administration and registration of Shelburne Farms’ many programs, as well as providing administrative support for the education team. Please submit resume and cover letter to: jobs@shelburnefarms.org. For job descriptions visit our website at
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St. Albans Programs The NFI CFS Program is looking to expand its team to include a person to provide transportation and supervised visits for families involved with DCF. A qualified candidate will be comfortable in giving direct feedback to families and intervene when safety is a concern. We are looking for candidates with strong communication and documentation skills, who work well in a team setting. This 30 hour per week, benefited position requires a Bachelor’s degree and/or two years’ experience in related field. Valid driver’s license required. Please include cover letter and resume when applying.
Family Engagement Specialist St. Albans Programs Family Engagement Specialists work directly with children and families involved with DCF, who experience multi-system issues, including substance abuse, domestic violence, and mental health challenges. Responsibilities include coordinating and facilitating large meetings, teaming with community service providers, creating treatment plans through collaboration with DCF, and parent education. We are looking for candidates with strong communication and documentation skills, who work well in a team setting. Experience with Family Time Coaching, Family Safety Planning and Family Group Conferencing preferred. This full time position, with a $500 sign on bonus, requires a Bachelor’s degree and/or two years experience in related field. Please include cover letter and resume when applying.
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Lund’s mission is to help children thrive by empowering families to break cycles of poverty, addiction and abuse. Lund offers hope and opportunity to families through education, treatment, family support and adoption.
CO-LOCATED ASSESSMENT CLINICIAN About the Position:
• Clinician conducts comprehensive Substance Use Disorder Assessments utilizing ASAM criteria and serves as a Substance Use Disorder resource specialist to DCF-FSD Staff at the Burlington DCF Office.
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• This position is co-located at the Burlington DCF office and is part of the Regional Partnership Program teaming with a Substance Abuse Case Manager, Social Workers and community providers to assist in providing immediate, holistic, family centered services. • Clinician is part of a collaborative effort to increase knowledge and understanding of responding effectively to support family systems impacted by substance use disorders.
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Full Time Attorney Northeast Kingdom Law, PLLC located in Newport, VT seeks a full-time attorney to handle public defense caseload. The position is demanding and fast paced. Pay commensurate with experience. Please send resume, two references and salary requirements to: jadams@neklaw.com or: 58 Second St., Newport, VT 05855
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The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts seeks applicants for Teaching Artist positions in both School Programs faculty as well as FlynnArts faculty within the Education team of northern New England’s premier performing arts center.
School Programs Teaching Artists
Practicing actors/directors, dancers/choreographers, and musicians/composers who plan and co-lead artsintegrated curriculum with educators in Vermont schools. They evaluate, refine, and document workshops, lessons, and units as a part of the Flynn’s Words Come Alive program. Ideal candidates have relevant teaching experience; familiarity with youth and child development, standards and curriculum planning, and classroom management.
FlynnArts Part-time Teaching Artists
Design and lead on-going classes and camps for the Flynn Center. Experience with youth, adult, and crossgenerational learning in a community arts setting preferred. Resumes in any performing arts genre are currently being accepted.
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DINNER ON THE FARM Locals gather for a meal of wood-fired pizza, salads of just-picked produce and sumptuous desserts. Beers from Brocklebank Craft Brewing and music by Haywire keep the vibe shakin’. Saturday, August 25, 6 p.m., Crossmolina Farm, West Corinth. $12-25; free for kids under 5; reservations recommended. Info, 439-3358, crossmolinafarm.com.
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For its 35th birthday, Lake Champlain Chocolates bought itself an ice cream truck. All summer long, the rolling scoop shop has been posting up behind the company’s Pine Street confectionery on Wednesdays for a breezy evening ice cream social. During the summer series’ final two weeks, passersby can stop for lawn games and treat themselves to scoops, cones and sundaes, along with savory eats from nearby the Great Northern.
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cheese and butter, espresso grounds, and flour that had been used to test millstones made at Elmore Mountain Bread. From this salvaged and gleaned food, Francis Stellato, sous chef at Prohibition Pig, created a feast that was memorable for its resourcefulness and creativity — and its culinary quality. “I loved it,” said Michael Casella, one of the guests. “It was absolutely amazing.” He is general manager at Casella Waste Systems, which donated the dumpster. “My hat’s off to the chef,” he said, praising Stellato’s ability to feed people from food that’s usually considered waste. “You’ve just got to use your Yankee ingenuity.” Waterbury resident Georgia Ayers organized and hosted the August 11 event, called Salvage Supperclub. The dinner was the inaugural Vermont version of the Supperclub that started in New York City as a means to “put great food at the center of a dialogue about a more sustainable food system,” according to the organization’s website. Georgia, 37, lives with her
husband, Jeremy, and their two sons in the Ayers’ ancestral home. The big yellow clapboard house is on a corner near Prohibition Pig, where Georgia works. Jeremy’s great-great-grandfather, Orlo Ayers, a carriage maker and wheelwright, built the house in the 1870s. On the property, which includes Jeremy’s pottery studio, a barn, apartments and Airbnb rentals, the Ayerses are creating a hub of cultural activity. Using their address — 18 Elm — as the name of the multipurpose space, they host Sunday breakfast clubs and other art and food pop-ups. “I see the crisis and I see the need,” Georgia said a couple of days after the dumpster dinner. “And I’m interested in hosting wow-factor events.” She was referring to food waste and food insecurity, and
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dumpster can hold 16 people or four and a half tons of trash. The people fit snugly inside if they are seated together at a table for dinner. This was the configuration at a sixcourse dinner party earlier this month in a dumpster placed in a Waterbury backyard. The 12-gauge-steel container, cleared of garbage and power-washed, was transformed for an evening into an al fresco dining room. Each component of the space — like the dumpster itself — was an aesthetically pleasing and creative demonstration of repurposing. A floor constructed of reclaimed wood covered the bottom of the 22-by-8-foot receptacle. A long wooden dining table was built from a pine tree that had toppled over in a storm. Plates and glasses were borrowed from ReSOURCE, a local nonprofit that trades in used goods. Cocktails were mixed with infusions of over-ripe fruit and corn husks. The centerpiece of the event — the meal — was prepared with ingredients that typically get tossed or composted, including wilted or bruised vegetables, mushroom stems, seconds of artisan
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creating experiences that help people make a connection between the two. The “wow factor” started for me when I walked into the Ayerses’ backyard and saw the dumpster, where I’d soon join 15 other people for dinner. The pine table was the handiwork of Georgia’s father, Ken Hamblin, a builder and stonemason who lives in Hartland. Giving off a whiff of fir, the table was a marvel of functional beauty. Outside the pottery studio, guests gathered for drinks and appetizers. Burlington’s Zero Gravity Craft Brewery had contributed bottles of its Belgian ale, called Côte de Champlain. The labels were flawed. Green beans and carrots with imperceptible imperfections, culled and donated by Pete’s Greens, were pickled and arrayed on platters. Seconds of cheese and bread came courtesy of von Trapp Farmstead and Red Hen Baking, respectively. After a time, Georgia gathered her guests to formally welcome us to the event, a fundraiser for the Waterbury Area Food Shelf and Morrisville-based Salvation Farms, each of which received $540. Georgia talked about moving from Vermont to Boulder, Colo., at age 18 and going with a friend to a food market. Behind the store they found and recovered discarded, still-edible food: cases of produce and flats of yogurt. “We took it home and made dinner for friends,” Georgia recalled. “I sat there [thinking] we struck this organic gold mine.” Some two decades later, she worked for months to organize her dumpster meal. This time, Georgia contacted about 20 farms, restaurants, producers and grocery stores seeking contributions. Some didn’t reply, but others responded generously, she said. At the introduction to the Waterbury event, Theresa Snow, executive director of Salvation Farms, also spoke. She explained how her nonprofit, which is centered on gleaning, aims to get farm food that might otherwise go uneaten onto the plates of food-insecure Vermonters. Snow described a 2016 Salvation Farms study that showed 14.3 million
food+drink Stellato steered us through a meal that started with a terrific kale salad — simple, delicious and chewable. He had massaged the gleaned greens with vinegar and salt to soften them, then dressed them with lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. “It’s my absolute favorite salad,” he told us. “I make it at home all the time.” Using restaurant mushroom stems that are typically tossed, Stellato made pâté and Smoked carrots with herb pesto served it on toast with a side of summer roots. “It’s a nice little foil to the soft pâté,” he said of the crunchy radish roots. “Enjoy, guys.” Then Stellato disappeared to the Airbnb kitchen where, working with minimal prep space and a four-burner electric stove, he prepared the next course. The chef reappeared to talk about smoked carrots, revived from their wilted state with us by his presence that our meal was safe. And a few good drinks might have helped ice water, and housemade beet pasta ease the anxiety of any germophobes prepared with charred broccoli and cauliflower, blue cheese, and herb pesto. attending the dinner. “I pretty much just kept going to We oohed and aahed over each course and accompanying cocktail, starting with Georgia’s garden,” said Stellato, who said a cheerful pink drink poured by Grace he snipped parsley, dill and carrot tops. I hit it off with the diner to my right, Meyer — her “spent fruit gin fizz.” Meyer explained that she and Mike Dunn, bar Marieta Warnstedt, whom I met for the manager at Misery Loves Co., are starting first time in the dumpster. She lives in one Unearthed, a Vergennes distillery that of the Ayerses’ apartments and works in will produce vodka from potatoes. “Our the local school library. My guess is that dream is to make spirits out of seconds Warnstedt has eaten a restaurant meal [of ] produce,” she said. “I love the idea or two cooked with un-salvaged food: She’s the mother of Eric Warnstedt, chefof eliminating food waste.” When an extra round of cocktails owner of Hen of the Wood. “I think this is an extraordinary emerged seemingly out of nowhere, diner Jessica Oski, a lobbyist from Burl- event,” Marieta said. “If people actually ington, inquired of Meyer: “It’s not going can glean their food and make it useful for human consumption, what more can to go to waste if we don’t drink it, is it?” Meyer laughed and replied: “It’s going we want? I’m in awe of Vermont and its people. This is a beautiful idea, and I to get wasted.” Oski did a little lobbying at the meal: know it’s going to grow.” Dessert was a rich chocolate-espresso “I’m totally down with people dumpsterdiving for food,” she said. “It’s usually cake as dark as the night sky. Meyer passed around one more round: amaro with good food.” The evening’s chef, Stellato, 31, has foraged rhubarb, herb stems and bitters. We learned that you can eat cast-off cooked at Prohibition Pig for five years. Based on his college job on an organic food of top quality — and that you probvegetable farm, he knew “that we would ably should. We discovered, as well, that see quality ingredients.” But he didn’t you can cheer the chef, the host, the know what they’d be until close to the bartender and their all-volunteer team by banging on a dumpster. m date of the dinner. “There was a lot of scrambling the week of, seeing what would show up Contact: sally@sevendaysvt.com pounds of edible food is left on Vermont farms each year. Noting that a pickup truck holds about 2,000 pounds of food, she calculated that this much left-behind produce could fill 26 miles’ worth of trucks — “a marathon of nutrition.” A gastroenterologist who was among the dinner guests — eating happily, heartily and without evident fear — reassured
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GREENER DRINKS: Supporters of commonsense cannabis reform sip beverages and discuss the culture, industry and politics of the agricultural product. Zenbarn, Waterbury, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@ vtcannabisbrands.com.
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FIBER RIOT!: Crafters get hooked on knitting, crocheting, spinning and more at an informal weekly gathering. Mad River Fiber Arts & Mill, Waitsfield, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7746.
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CLEAN WATER CAFÉ: Ecoconscious individuals join teams from Lake Champlain International and the Conservation Law Foundation for an informal chat about threats to Lake Champlain. Shelburne Vineyard, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 879-3466.
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A COURSE IN MIRACLES STUDY GROUP: Participants engage in a study of spiritual transformation. Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 279-1495. DEATH CAFÉ: Folks meet for a thought-provoking and respectful conversation about death, aimed at accessing a fuller life. Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center, Rutland, 7-9 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 353-6991. DOG DAY AT THE POOL: Pups splash around to raise money for the Central Vermont
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WAGON RIDE WEDNESDAYS: Giddyap! Visitors explore the working dairy farm via this time-tested method of equine transportation. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Regular admission, $4-16; free for members and kids under 3. Info, 457-2355.
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CALEDONIA COUNTY FAIR: Vermont’s oldest fair celebrates the state’s rural roots with amusement rides, a children’s tent, agricultural shows, exhibits and musical acts. Mountain View Park, Lyndonville, 4-11 p.m. $12-17; $30 per vehicle includes unlimited rides and entertainment. Info, 866-666-3247.
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When local mother Erika Nestor began remodeling her home to accommodate her daughter, Zoe, who uses a wheelchair, she found that there were few funds available to help families with accessibility-related remodeling costs. In 2009, Nestor teamed up with the Howard Center to create Zoe’s Race, an annual run and walk that raises money for Vermonters in need of creating accessible homes for their children. To mark the race’s 10th anniversary, this year’s event includes a 10K run in addition to a 5K run/walk and a 1K fun run. On your mark, get set, go!
ZOE’S RACE Sunday, August 26, registration, 7:30-8:15 a.m.; 1K, 8:30 a.m.; 5K and 10K, 9 a.m., at Oakledge Park in Burlington. $15-40; free for kids under 17. Info, 488-6913, zoesrace.org.
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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. CINEMA CASUALTIES: ‘REANIMATOR’: A film series dedicated to old-school horror movies presents a 1982 flick about a group of martial arts students heading to a haunted island. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0406. ‘DECODING THE WEATHER MACHINE’: A hard-hitting Nova documentary takes a deep dive into the inner workings of Earth’s climate. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 426-3581. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: How and why did the pterosaur take to the sky? A captivating motion picture full of 3D filming technology and CGI explores this question. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, WED.22
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Spirited Soirée Vermonters carry on a Breton tradition by dancing the evening away at a joyful Fest Noz celebration hosted by Your French Connection language school. This all-ages night festival rooted in Brittany, a Celtic region of northwestern France, spotlights Breton participatory dancing and music. Dance leader Mary Wesley is on hand, along with traditional musicians Timothy Cummings, Jeremiah McLane and Alex Kehler (pictured). Need to fuel up for some moving and shaking? Revelers FEST NOZ can sip Shacksbury ciders and choose from a Sunday, August 26, mouthwatering selection of crêpes, including 5:30-8:30 p.m., at ham and cheese, goat cheese and roasted Tourterelle in New Haven. $10-30. Info, 453-6309, veggies, and banana and chocolate. yourfrenchconnection.net.
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DOGGONE IT Are you and your pup a couple of party animals? Switchback Brewing invites humans and their canine companions to the Bow Wow Dog Luau, a themed benefit for the Humane Society of Chittenden County. Frankfurters, a raffle and beer from the Burlington brewery tempt pet owners to sit and stay, and a photo booth helps partygoers create lasting memories. Pooches and their people are sure to have a howling good time while supporting a nonprofit dedicated to fostering compassionate treatment of animals and strengthening the human-pet bond.
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BOW WOW DOG LUAU Sunday, August 26, 1-5 p.m., at the Tap Room at Switchback Brewing in Burlington. Cost of food and drink. Info, 651-4114.
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Though Paula Cole may be best known for pop-rock hits “I Don’t Want to Wait” and “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?” she started her career as a jazz singer. Now, she’s coming full circle to embrace her musical roots in jazz and folk: Her latest album, 2017’s Ballads, includes covers of genre classics such as “God Bless the Child” and “What a Little Moonlight Can Do.” Joining Cole on the bill at a Stowe concert is two-time Grammy Award-nominated vocalist Jane Monheit, whose silky phrasing and romantic interpretations shine through her 2016 tribute album The Songbook Sessions: Ella Fitzgerald.
PAULA COLE & JANE MONHEIT Saturday, August 25, 7 p.m., at Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort. $40-50. Info, 760-4634, sprucepeakarts.org.
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ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: Shot on location in South Africa, New Zealand, Mexico and California, this film seeks the truth behind the mythic and stigmatized underwater creature. Northfield Savings Bank 3D Theater: A National Geographic Experience, ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. $3-5 plus regular admission, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848. ‘KUBO AND THE TWO STRINGS’: A 2016 animated adventure follows a young boy on his quest for a magical suit of armor. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 533-2000. ‘THE NIGHT IS SHORT, WALK ON GIRL’: Shown in Japanese with English subtitles, this 2017 animated comedy follows a young woman on her alcohol-fueled nocturnal adventures. Palace 9 Cinemas, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $12.50. Info, 660-9300.
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‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: Moviegoers get up close and personal with some of the dinosaur age’s most fearsome marine reptiles. 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, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: Viewers plunge into fantastic places and meet amazing creatures with water as their guide. 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, $13.50-16.50; admission free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 864-1848.
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BEERLINGTON FOAMERS MARKET: Shoppers snag veggies from Three Chimney Farm’s pop-up farm stand and sip Foam Brewers suds. Foam Brewers, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 391-9047. COMMUNITY SUPPER: A scrumptious spread connects friends and neighbors. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 300. FIVE CORNERS FARMERS MARKET: Conscious consumers shop local produce, premade treats and crafts. 3 Main St., Essex Junction, 4-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 5cornersfarmersmarket@ gmail.com. ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Sweets lovers spoon up frozen dairy treats alongside food-truck fare. Lawn,
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TRAINING FOR DOD WIDE AREA WORKFLOW: The Vermont Procurement Technical Assistance Center invites Vermont businesses to a hands-on workshop on a secure, web-based system for electronic invoicing and payment receipt and acceptance. Room 207, Building 200, Vermont Technical College, Williston Campus, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 522-9135.
LEDDY PARK BEACH BITES: Lakeside picnickers enjoy foodtruck fare, a beer garden, kids’ activities and live entertainment. Attendees on two wheels make use of free bike valet service. Leddy Park, Burlington, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 864-0123. PLATTSBURGH FARMERS & CRAFTERS’ MARKET: Fresh fruits and veggies, baked goods, cheeses and handmade crafts provide shoppers with plenty to nourish their eyes and bodies. Durkee Street, Plattsburgh, N.Y., 10 a.m.2 p.m. Free. Info, 518-493-4644. VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: Local products — veggies, breads, pastries, cheeses, wines, syrups, jewelry, crafts and beauty supplies — draw shoppers to a diversified bazaar. Depot Park, Rutland, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 342-4727.
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BRIDGE CLUB: Players have fun with the popular card game. Burlington Bridge Club, Williston, 9:15 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. $6. Info, 872-5722. CRIBBAGE TEAMS: Longtime players and neophytes alike aim for a value of 15 or 31 in this competitive card game. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322. MAH JONGG: Participants of all levels enjoy friendly bouts of this tile-based game. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 1-3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. PINOCHLE & RUMMY: Card sharks engage in friendly competition. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.
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AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: Healthy humans part with life-sustaining pints. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 12:30-5:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 800-733-2767. BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASSES: Folks of all ages ward off osteoporosis in an exercise and prevention class. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 7:30-8:30, 9:15-10:15 & 10:4011:40 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322. HEALTHY LADIES’ NIGHT: A three-part series with wellness experts Kate Greenleaf and Becky Widschwenter puts participants on the path to well-being. Waterbury Public Library, 7-8 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 244-7036. RESILIENCE FLOW: FOR THOSE WITH A HISTORY OF TBI OR BRAIN INJURY: Individuals affected by a traumatic brain injury practice breath work, slow grounded movement and guided meditation. Sangha Studio, Pine, Burlington, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
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BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES: Learners take communication to the next level. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH GROUP: Speakers brush up on their language skills en español. New Moon Café, Burlington, 5:306:30 p.m. $15. Info, maigomez1@ hotmail.com. LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: ¡Hola! Language lovers perfect their fluency. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.
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THE SUMMER HEAT POETRY WORKSHOP — DEVELOPING YOUR UNIQUE STYLE AND PRACTICE: An hour of writing prompts paves the way for a discussion on specific topics related to poetry for LGBTQ women and trans and gendernonconforming individuals. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free; for ages 18 and up. Info, poetryxlass@gmail.com.
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outdoors
BUGGIN’ OUT: Those with an interest in insects catch and learn about the life cycles of local species. Nature Center, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 1 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. HERE BE DRAGONFLIES: Entomology enthusiasts capture and identify species during this basic introduction to the winged insects. Little River State Park, Waterbury, 2 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. MAKING TRACKS, SEEING SKINS & SKULLS: Outdoorsy types search for signs of fur-bearing animals and make plaster-ofparis track casts to take home. Nature Center, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 5 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. PLANTS THAT HURT & PLANTS THAT HELP: On a botany walk, outdoors lovers get to know medicinal, poisonous and edible species growing in Vermont state parks. Nature Center, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 3:30 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
COMMUNITY ROWING: Active bodies experience a physical workout while enjoying the beauty of Lake Champlain. Perkins Pier, Burlington, 5:157:30 p.m. $10; $175 for season membership; free for first-timers; preregister; limited space. Info, 475-2022, ext. 112. STOWE MOUNTAIN LODGE CLASSIC: Rackets in hand, top-notch players face off in a professional tennis tournament. Spruce Peak Stadium, Stowe, 1 & 3:30 p.m. $29-129. Info, 549-4658.
theater
‘THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY’: A forbidden love affair between a photographer and a farmer’s wife plays out in Stowe Theatre Guild’s production of this new musical based on the bestselling novel by Robert James Waller. Stowe Town Hall Theatre, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $14-20. Info, tickets@stowetheatre.com. ‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2’: Staged by Weston Playhouse, this bold new play examines marriage, family and traditional gender roles nearly 150 years after Henrik Ibsen’s original work was written. Weston Playhouse Second Stage at Walker Farm, 2 & 7:30 p.m. $43. Info, 824-5288. ‘THE GLASS MENAGERIE’: A southern family schemes to find a match for their bashful daughter in this play written by Tennessee Williams and presented by Young Company students. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $5-15. Info, 382-9222. ‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: Rock hits such as “Blue Suede Shoes” fuel a dramatization of the recording session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Weston Playhouse Main Stage, 2-4:30 & 7:30-10 p.m. $54-68. Info, 824-5288.
words
AUTHORS AT THE ALDRICH: Nonfiction fans flock to a talk by Rick Winston, who penned Red Scare in the Green Mountains: The McCarthy Era in Vermont 1946-1960. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6-7 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550. BREAD LOAF WRITERS’ CONFERENCE LECTURES & READINGS: Notable novelists and poets deliver readings and lectures on different aspects of their craft. See middlebury.edu
for details. Little Theatre, Bread Loaf Campus, Ripton, 9 a.m., 4:15 & 8:30 p.m. Free; call to confirm. Info, 443-2700. POETRY RIOT: An open mic for seasoned and budding wordsmiths features Jasmine Fuego and Abrah Dresdale. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. $3. Info, 540-0406. RECOVERY WRITE NOW: Wordsmiths in recovery let their creativity flow in a lively and supportive setting. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 6-7:15 p.m. Free. Info, writelife1@ hotmail.com. WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP: Burlington Writers Workshop members focus on elements of craft when responding to works in progress. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104. WRITING CIRCLE: Words flow when participants explore creative expression in a lowpressure environment. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218.
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agriculture
HOUSE & FORMAL GARDENS TOUR: Explorations of the inn and its grounds culminate in afternoon tea with sweets and savories. Shelburne Farms, 2:304 p.m. $20; preregister. Info, 985-8686.
business
CENTRAL VERMONT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MIXER: Area professionals rub elbows while appreciating aspects of the state’s historic granite industry. Vermont Granite Museum, Barre, 5-7 p.m. $10-15; preregister. Info, 229-5711. VERMONT BUSINESSES FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY NETWORKING GET-TOGETHER: Like-minded professionals merge to discuss employee wellbeing and management. Hors d’oeuvres are provided. Magic Hat Brewing Company, South Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $10; free for members; cash bar. Info, 862-8347.
community
BURLINGTON WALK/BIKE COUNCIL MONTHLY MEETING: Two-wheeled travelers get in gear to discuss ways to improve conditions for cyclists and pedestrians. Room 12, Burlington City Hall, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 430-4652.
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FEAST & FIELD MARKET: Locally grown produce and folk, rock and punk music by Break Maids are on the menu at a pastoral party. Fable Farm, Barnard, market, 4:30-7:30 p.m.; concert, 5:30-8 p.m. Donations. Info, feastandfield@gmail.com. GUIDED TOURS: See WED.22.
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JOB HUNT HELP: Community College of Vermont interns assist employment seekers with everything from résumé-writing to online applications. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 2:305:30 p.m. Free. Info, 745-1393.
fairs & festivals
‘RIFFTRAX LIVE: KRULL’: Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett offer wisecracking commentary on a 1983 action movie about a prince who must rescue his bride from alien invaders. Palace 9 Cinemas, South Burlington, 8 p.m. $12.50. Info, 660-9300.
CALEDONIA COUNTY FAIR: See WED.22, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22.
MIDDLEBURY NEW FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL: Features, documentaries and short movies grace Middlebury’s silver screens at an annual celebration of emerging talent. Panels, happy hours and seminars round out the festivities. See middfilmfest.org for details. Various Middlebury locations, 10:30 a.m. $12-80. Info, info@ middfilmfest.org.
STOWE JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL: ‘ON THE MAP’: A 2016 documentary tells the against-all-odds story of Maccabi Tel Aviv’s 1977 European championship basketball victory. Jewish Community of Greater Stowe, 7 p.m. $10-15. Info, 253-1800.
SUMMERVALE: Locavores fête farms and farmers at a weekly event centered on food, brews and kids’ activities, with City Market, Onion River Co-op workshops and live music. Intervale Center, Burlington, 5:30-8 p.m. Donations. Info, abby@intervale.org.
film
See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘AUTISM IN LOVE’: Three people on the autism spectrum navigate the challenges of romantic relationships in this 2015 documentary. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 533-2000. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22.
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music Find club dates at local venues in the music section and at sevendaysvt.com/music.
COMMUNITY LUNCH: Farmfresh fare makes for a delicious and nutritious midday meal. The Pathways Vermont Community Center, Burlington, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 309. NIGHTSHADE KITCHEN: A unique meal made up of regional cuisine pairs perfectly with intimate performances by Boston band Ruthless Moon and Burlington group Eric George and Mountain Elder. North End Studios, Burlington, 8:30-11 p.m. $5; $5 per plate; preregister. Info, 707-291-4283. SOUTH END BEERS & VEGGIES: Switchback Brewing beer in hand, healthy eaters snag fresh veggies from a pop-up farm stand. Shoppers may preorder at threechimneyfarm.com. The Tap Room at Switchback Brewing, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 391-9047. TRUCKS, TAPS & TUNES: Food trucks, craft brews and live music by local acts make for an evening of family-friendly fun. Essex Shoppes & Cinema, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@essexexperience.com. VERMONT BEER PAIRING POPUP SERIES: Gourmands gorge on a three-course meal served alongside a local brew. Village Café at Bolton Valley, 5-9 p.m. $45. Info, 434-3444. WORCESTER COMMUNITY MARKET: Local produce, live bands and kids’ activities bring neighbors together. 52 Elmore Rd., Worcester, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 272-3309.
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TRIVIA NIGHT: Teams of quick thinkers gather for a meeting of the minds. Marquis Theatre & Southwest Café, Middlebury, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4841.
COMMUNITY MINDFULNESS: A 20-minute guided practice with Andrea O’Connor alleviates stress and tension. Tea and a discussion follow. Winooski Senior Center, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 233-1161.
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YOGA: A Sangha Studio instructor guides students who are in recovery toward achieving inner tranquility. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
music
Find club dates in the music section. AM RADIO: Sweet harmonies propel the trio’s original jazz, country and folk tunes as Bar Hill slushies quench thirst. Hotel Vermont, Burlington, live music, 5-7 p.m.; DJ, 7 p.m.-sundown. Free. Info, 651-0080. HUNGER MOUNTAIN CO-OP BROWN BAG SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Gerry Grimo and East Bay Jazz strike a chord with audience members. Courtyard, Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, noon. Free. Info, 223-9604. LAKE CHAMPLAIN CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: THURSDAY: Fred Sherry leads a master class with the Kafka Quartet following a recital by cellist Jay Campbell and violinist Soovin Kim. All Souls Interfaith Gathering, Shelburne, noon. $25; free for students with ID. Info, 863-5966. MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Oenophiles let loose with live music by Carol Ann Jones and the Superchargers, award-winning wine, and mouthwatering eats. BYO seating. Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero, picnicking begins, 5 p.m.; music, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 372-9463.
outdoors
THE MAGIC OF BIRD MIGRATION: Fans of feathered fliers learn how songbirds, shorebirds and other species travel thousands of miles each year with astounding accuracy. Nature Center, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 4 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
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Our Master of Arts degree program prepares students for professional psychology positions in the private or public mental health system and study towards a doctoral degree at another institution. We prepare students to be licensed as a clinical psychologist and/or a mental health counselor. The curriculum of our master’s degree program is approved as a step toward licensure by both the Vermont Board of Psychological Examiners and, as of October 2016, the Vermont Board of Allied Mental Health Practitioners.
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CELEBRATE YOUR FARMER SOCIAL: A certified organic vegetable producer plays host at a NOFA-VT wood-fired pizza party, followed by a tour of the grounds. Bear Roots Farm, Barre, 5:30-8 p.m. $10. Info, 434-3821.
CHAIR YOGA WITH SANGHA STUDIO: Supported poses promote health and wellbeing. Champlain Senior Center, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
Participate in a research study to help develop a Zika Vaccine. We are looking for healthy adults aged 18-50. 6 month-long research study involving screening, a dosing visit, and 13 follow-up outpatient visits. Volunteers are eligible for compensation up to $1490.
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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section and at sevendayst.com/movies.
BURLINGTON EDIBLE HISTORY TOURS: Foodies sample farmfresh eats on a scrumptious stroll dedicated to the Queen City’s culinary past. Awning behind ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 1-4 p.m. $55. Info, 238-8828.
CHAIR YOGA: FOR THOSE WITH LIMITED MOBILITY: Props and modifications complement elements of a traditional flow class. Sangha Studio, North, Burlington, 2-3:15 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
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food & drink
BEGINNERS TAI CHI CLASS: Students get a feel for the ancient Chinese practice. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3322.
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‘MEET THE PATELS’: Dating becomes a family affair when an Indian American man enters a love triangle with his dream woman and his parents. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600.
‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
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SUNSET AQUADVENTURE PADDLE: Stunning scenery welcomes boaters, who explore the Waterbury Reservoir in search of local wildlife. Contact Station, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 6:30 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
seminars
BIODIVERSITY UNIVERSITY: SHOREBIRDS: Avian enthusiasts learn about the lives of cryptically colored winged wonders. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7-8:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 229-6206. HOMESHARING INFO SESSION: Locals learn to make the most of spare space in their homes by hosting compatible housemates. HomeShare Vermont, South Burlington, noon-12:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 863-5625. SAVING FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Folks learn to break the cycle of stress and overspending by planning ahead. New England Federal Credit Union, Williston, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 879-8790. SOCIAL SECURITY & WHAT IT MEANS TO YOU: A financial professional fields common questions about the government system that provides monetary assistance to people with little or no income. Fairfax Community Library, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 849-2420.
sports
DISC GOLF LEAGUES: Players aim for targets in a fun and social tournament. Bolton Valley Resort, 6 p.m. $7-14. Info, 434-3444.
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tech
TECH SUPPORT: Need an email account? Want to enjoy ebooks? Bring your phone, tablet or laptop to a weekly help session. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291, ext. 302.
theater
‘AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’: THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL SHOW’: A Tony Award-winning musical revue presented by Depot Theatre celebrates the legendary jazz artist. Depot Theatre, Westport, N.Y., 5 p.m. $20-35. Info, 518-962-4449. ‘THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY’: See WED.22. ‘CONSTELLATIONS’: Nick Payne’s two-character drama applies principles of string theory, relativity and quantum mechanics to the classic boy-meets-girl setup. Phantom Theater, Edgcomb Barn, Warren, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 496-5997.
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‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2’: See WED.22, 7:30-9:30 p.m. ‘I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE’: An all-new version of the longest running revue in off-Broadway history comes to the Green Mountain State courtesy of ArtisTree Community Arts Center’s Music Theatre
Festival. The Grange Theatre, South Pomfret, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $30. Info, 457-8723.
permitting. Top of Church St., Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, seetherhythm@yahoo.com.
MIDDLEBURY NEW FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL: See THU.23.
‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: See WED.22, 7:30-10 p.m.
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VERGENNES DAY: Vermont’s smallest city goes big on Friday with a street dance. The fun continues on Saturday with bandstand concerts, artisan vendors, road races, a chicken barbecue and more. Various Vergennes locations, 7-10 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7951.
‘THE NETHER’: Presented by the Waterbury Festival Playhouse, Jennifer Haley’s theater work transports audience members to a virtual wonderland — with a dark side. Waterbury Festival Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. $15-35. Info, 498-3755.
BENEFIT GALA: Catered fare fuels partygoers for dancing to tunes by the Grift and DJ A-Ra$. Funds raised support Otter Creek Wildlife Rescue. Vergennes Opera House, 7:30-11 p.m. $10; $30 for families. Info, 759-3148.
THE PIRATES & TUXEDO MURDER MYSTERY CRUISE: Who done it? Suppertime sleuths enjoy a delicious dinner and crack a case presented by the October Theatre Company. Spirit of Ethan Allen, Burlington, 6:30-9 p.m. $52.85. Info, 862-8300.
games
BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.22, 9:15 a.m. CAPTURE THE FLAG: Adults and kids ages 14 and up practice stealth and strategy as they crawl, hide and run through the woods. Red Rocks Park, South Burlington, 6-9 p.m. Donations; preregister. Info, scoutclubvt@ gmail.com.
words
BREAD LOAF WRITERS’ CONFERENCE LECTURES & READINGS: See WED.22, 9 a.m., 4:15 & 8:15 p.m.
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community
FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: Senior citizens and their guests catch up over a shared meal. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, noon-1 p.m. $7-9; preregister. Info, 262-6288.
crafts
CRAFTY CRAP NIGHT: Participants bring supplies or ongoing projects and an adventurous attitude to share creative time with other people in recovery. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150.
dance
BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING: Singles, couples and beginners are welcome to join in a dance social featuring the waltz, tango and more. Williston Jazzercise Fitness Center, 8-9:30 p.m. $8. Info, 862-2269. ECSTATIC DANCE VERMONT: Inspired by the 5Rhythms dance practice, attendees move, groove, release and open their hearts to life in a safe and sacred space. Christ Episcopal Church, Montpelier, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, fearnessence@gmail.com. TOP OF THE BLOCK SWING DANCE: Music from the roaring ’20s through the rockabilly ’50s fuels an al fresco dance party on a portable wooden floor. Weather
SUN TO CHEESE TOUR: Fromage fanatics go behind the scenes and follow award-winning farmhouse cheddar from raw milk to finished product. Shelburne Farms, 1:45-3:45 p.m. $20 includes a block of cheddar; preregister. Info, 985-8686. TRUCK STOP: Mobile kitchens dish out mouthwatering meals and libations. Live music and cold beer add to the fun. ArtsRiot, Burlington, 5-10 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 540-0406.
‘THE SHOW-OFF’: First performed in 1924, this dramatic comedy centers on an egotistical braggart and his farcical attempts to retain dignity. Festival Theatre, Marshfield, 7:30 p.m. $10-20. Info, 456-8968.
TOWN HOUSE FORUM: A reading and discussion series hosts authors Martin Philip and James Sturm. Strafford Town House, picnic, 6 p.m.; reading, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 765-4703.
RICHMOND FARMERS MARKET: An open-air marketplace featuring live music connects cultivators and fresh-food browsers. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, info@richmondfarmersmarketvt.org.
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GUIDED TOURS: See WED.22. ICE CREAM & FLOWERS: Folks hand-crank — and taste — a frozen dairy dessert, then assemble blooms in take-home arrangements. Marsh-BillingsRockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3368. QUEEN CITY GHOST WALK: DARKNESS FALLS: Local historian Thea Lewis treats pedestrians to tales of madmen, smugglers, pub spirits and, of course, ghosts. Arrive 10 minutes early. Democracy sculpture, 199 Main St., Burlington, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966. TAROT READINGS: A spiritual mentor consults her cards to offer guidance and clarity. Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $1 per minute; preregister. Info, studio@zenbarnvt.com. VERMONT E-BIKE & BREW TOUR: Electric bicycles transport suds lovers to three local beer producers via scenic routes. Old Mill Park, Johnson, noon-4:30 p.m. $75. Info, 730-0161.
fairs & festivals
CALEDONIA COUNTY FAIR: See WED.22, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FAIR: Folks hit the midway for games, rides and fried food, of course. Farm animals, agricultural displays and grandstand concerts round out the fun. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 3 p.m.-midnight. $5-12; $30 ride bracelet; additional fees for concerts and special events. Info, 878-5545.
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film
See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22. ‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
food & drink
BRANDON FARMERS MARKET: Local farmers, artisans and specialty food producers offer up their goods. Estabrook Park, Brandon, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 273-2655. BURLINGTON EDIBLE HISTORY TOURS: See THU.23. CASUAL FRIDAYS: Patrons start the weekend in style with snacks from a diverse menu and a full bar with drink specials and local beers. The Woods Lodge, Northfield, 5:30-10 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 778-0205. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY DINNER TRAIN: Passengers feast on a three-course meal while riding the Green Mountain Railroad from Burlington to Middlebury and back. Union Station, Burlington, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $85100; preregister for Gold Class tickets and parties of eight or more. Info, 800-707-3530. FOODWAYS FRIDAYS: Foodies use heirloom herbs and veggies to revive historic recipes in the farmhouse kitchen. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission, $4-16; free for members and kids 2 and under. Info, 457-2355.
CENTRAL VERMONT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: FRIDAY NIGHT IN THE GALLERY: Annemieke McLane performs a program of garden-themed songs on piano. Chandler Center for the Arts, Randolph, 7 p.m. Donations. Info, 728-6464. LAKE CHAMPLAIN CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: FESTIVAL FRIDAY CONCERT: Listeners lean in for works by the likes of Haydn and Mendelssohn before a meet-the-artists discussion and reception. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, preconcert talk, 6:45 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. $15-40. Info, 863-5966. MUSIC IN THE ALLEY: PARKER SHPER & FRIENDS: The Montréal-based pianist tickles the keys as part of the summer music series. Axel’s Gallery & Frame Shop, Waterbury, 6-9 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7801.
PINOCHLE & RUMMY: See WED.22.
OLD DOMINION: The “Hotel Key” hit makers bring rollicking pop-country music to the Champlain Valley Fair. Coca-Cola Grandstand, Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. $32.25-149 includes gate admission with advance purchase. Info, 863-5966.
health & fitness
outdoors
CRIBBAGE TEAMS: See WED.22. S AT .2 5 |
tone for an al fresco concert. Burlington City Hall Park, noon. Free. Info, 865-7166.
ACUDETOX: Attendees in recovery undergo acupuncture to the ear to propel detoxification. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150. ADVANCED TAI CHI CLASS: Participants keep active with a sequence of slow, controlled movements. Twin Valley Senior Center, East Montpelier, 1-2 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3322. BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASSES: See WED.22, 7:30-8:30 & 10:40-11:40 a.m. LIVING RECOVERY: FOR THOSE IN ADDICTION RECOVERY OR AFFECTED BY THE ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOR OF OTHERS: A moderately paced flow class serves folks overcoming substance use. Sangha Studio, North, Burlington, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262. REFUGE RECOVERY: A LOVE SUPREME: Buddhist philosophy is the foundation of this mindfulness-based addictionrecovery community. Turning Point Center, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 861-3150.
music
Find club dates in the music section. AMYTHYST KIAH: Bearing her banjo and acoustic guitar, the alt-country and blues singer showcases her raw and powerful vocals. Back lawn, Woodstock Historical Society, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3981. BURLINGTON CITY ARTS SUMMER CONCERTS: CHAQUE FOIS: Cajun twin fiddles, guitar and accordion set a festive
COEXISTING WITH BEARS: An interpretive ranger demystifies large furry mammals and other area wildlife. Little River State Park, Waterbury, 7 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. FORESTRY, HISTORY & THE FUTURE: A GUIDED HIKE: An outdoor program familiarizes trekkers with the sustainably managed working forest. Carriage Barn Visitor Center, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park, Woodstock, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 457-3368, ext. 222. LITTLE RIVER RAMBLE: With help from a park interpreter, hikers plan the route and duration of a guided trails tour. Little River State Park, Waterbury, 1:30 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. TOUR OF CCC CAMP SMITH: History hounds visit the remains of a 1930s work camp that housed the 3,000 people who built the Waterbury Dam. Camp Smith Trail parking lot, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 11 a.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
sports
FRIDAY NIGHT DINGHY RACING: Skippers celebrate the end of the week with some nautical competition. Prior sailing knowledge and passage of CSC’s rental test are required. Community Sailing Center, Burlington, sign-up, 4:30 p.m.; begin rigging, 5:30 p.m.; first gun, 6 p.m. Free; limited space. Info, 864-2499.
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theater
‘AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’: THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL SHOW’: See THU.23, 7 p.m. ‘THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY’: See WED.22. ‘CONSTELLATIONS’: See THU.23. ‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2’: See WED.22, 7:30-9:30 p.m. ‘I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE’: See THU.23. ‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: See WED.22, 7:30-10 p.m. ‘THE NETHER’: See THU.23. ‘THE OR ELSE SHOW’: With the use of cardboard and papier-mâché, Bread and Puppet Theater stages an ever-changing indoor performance in the Paper Maché Cathedral. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 7:30 p.m. $10. Info, 525-3031. ‘THE SHOW-OFF’: See THU.23.
words
BREAD LOAF WRITERS’ CONFERENCE LECTURES & READINGS: See WED.22, 9 a.m., 4:15 & 8:15 p.m. FRIDAY MORNING WORKSHOP: Wordsmiths offer constructive criticism on works in progress by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.
SAT.25 activism
VETERANS FOR PEACE: Those who have served their country attend a morning meeting to discuss conflict resolution. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, rczaplinski@madriver.com.
agriculture
BURLINGTON TREE TOURS: Outdoors lovers learn to identify common species on a moderately paced walking tour of the Queen City’s urban forest. The Mounted Cat, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. $16.75. Info, 343-1773. GARDENING FOR BUTTERFLIES, BIRDS & BIODIVERSITY: Green thumbs get the dirt on attracting eye-catching creatures to their yards. Nature Center, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 10 a.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. GLEANING PROJECT: Helping hands join Emerging Leaders United members to harvest produce to be donated to local food shelters. The Barber Farm, Jericho, 8-10:30 & 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 861-7851.
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CLUTTER BARN TAG SALE: Folks check out secondhand books, toys, clothing and household goods. United Church of Underhill, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3572.
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CALEDONIA COUNTY FAIR: See WED.22, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
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GABRIEL ‘FLUFFY’ IGLESIAS: The standup comedian whose voice is heard in the 2017 animated film Coco doles out jokes as part of his One Show Fits All world tour. Coca-Cola Grandstand, Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 8 p.m. $35.5063.75. Info, 863-5966.
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A_DOG DAY: A day of skateboarding, art and music celebrates the life and legacy of DJ Andy “A_Dog” Williams. Proceeds benefit the Friends for A_Dog Foundation. Various Burlington locations, 1 p.m.-2 a.m. Prices vary; most events are free. Info, info@friendsforadog.org. HISTORIC BARN HOUSE TOURS: Attendees view authentic African art, impressive architecture and antique fixtures during a stroll through historic buildings. Clemmons Family Farm, Charlotte, 10-11:30 a.m. $10; preregister. Info, 310-0097. INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY MEETING PLACE: Anything goes in an in-person networking group where folks can share hobbies, play music and discuss current events — without using online social sites. Presto Music Store, South Burlington, 10 a.m.noon. Free. Info, 658-0030. LEGAL CLINIC: Attorneys offer complimentary consultations on a first-come, first-served basis. 274 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 383-2118. MOUNT INDEPENDENCEHUBBARDTON MILITARY ROAD CAR TOUR: Drivers explore an old military road under the guidance of Crown Point Road Association president Jim Rowe. Mount Independence State
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CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FAIR: See FRI.24, 10 a.m.-midnight. MIDDLEBURY NEW FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL: See THU.23, 8:30 a.m. OXBOW MUSIC FESTIVAL: An eclectic lineup of musicians, including the Peacheaters and the Seth Yacovone Blues Trio, energizes revelers. Switchback Brewing beer and Angry Orchard cider keep spirits high. Oxbow Park, Morrisville, noon-11 p.m. $20-65. Info, nickdenoia@ hotmail.com. VERGENNES DAY: See FRI.24, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. WINGS & WHEELS: A drive- and fly-in showcase of classic cars and aircraft includes exhibitors and vendors. Franklin County State Airport, Swanton, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 868-5633.
film
See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22. ‘RIFFTRAX LIVE: KRULL’: See THU.23, 12:55 p.m.
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‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
food & drink
BENEFIT BBQ: A spread of pork, chicken, veggie burgers, baked beans, salads and desserts benefits area organizations. Warren United Church of Christ, 5-7 p.m. $5-15; $35 for families; free for kids under 5. Info, 496-2713. BURLINGTON EDIBLE HISTORY TOURS: See THU.23.
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UVM HISTORIC TOUR: A walking tour of New England’s fifth oldest university brings its illustrious history to life. Ira Allen Chapel, University of Vermont, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 656-8673.
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A NIGHT IN MAURITANIA: Chef Atigh Ould delights diners with a communal meal, which gives way to a lively concert by singer, songwriter and guitarist Daby Touré. 413 Carpenter Rd., Charlotte, 5-10 p.m. $25-50. Info, 425-2118.
ARTS ON THE GREEN MARKET & FESTIVAL: Jury-selected artists and craftspeople put forth their wares amid live music and tasty treats from local vendors. North Common, Chelsea, silent auction, 9 a.m.; booths open, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, gwendy123@gmail.com.
GUIDED TOURS: See WED.22.
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BURLINGTON FARMERS MARKET: Dozens of stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, burlingtonfarmersmarket.org@ gmail.com. CANS ’N CLAMS: Steamed clams, lobsters, mussels, lobster rolls, Vermont craft beer and rosé please palates at a pop-up clam shack. Joe’s Kitchen at Screamin’ Ridge Farm, Montpelier, noon-8 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 461-5371. CAPITAL CITY FARMERS MARKET: Meats and cheeses join farm-fresh produce, baked goods, locally made arts and crafts, and live music. 60 State Street, Montpelier, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 793-8347. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY DINNER TRAIN: See FRI.24. CHOCOLATE TASTING IN BURLINGTON: Let’s go bar hopping! With the help of a tasting guide, chocoholics discover the flavor profiles of varieties such as toffee almond crunch and salted caramel latte. Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café, Burlington, 11 a.m.4 p.m. Free. Info, 864-1807. CRAFTSBURY FARMERS MARKET: Food, drink, crafts and family-friendly entertainment are on the menu at an emporium of local merchandise. Craftsbury Common, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 586-8022.
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DINNER ON THE FARM: Locavores satiate their appetites at a rustic supper complete with Brocklebank Craft Brewing suds. Crossmolina Farm, West Corinth, 6 p.m. $12-25; free for kids under 5; preregister. Info, 439-3358. GALA LUNCHEON FOR HADASSAH: Louise Stoll is the honoree at an annual gathering featuring delicious fare from Vermont Kosher and a performance by Israeli musical duo Hamutal and Arnon Zimra. Temple Sinai, South Burlington, noon-3 p.m. $36. Info, 544-5550. PLATTSBURGH FARMERS & CRAFTERS’ MARKET: See WED.22, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. SHELBURNE FARMERS MARKET: Harvested fruits and greens, artisan cheeses, and local novelties grace outdoor tables. Shelburne Parade Ground, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 482-4279. VERGENNES FARMERS MARKET: Local foods and crafts, live music, and hot eats spice up Saturday mornings. Kennedy Brothers Building, Vergennes, 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 233-9180. VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: See WED.22, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. WAREHOUSE WEEKENDS: The press house opens its doors for drinks, tours and tunes. Citizen Cider Press House, Burlington, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, timc@citizen cider.com.
WOOD-FIRED PIZZAS & OYSTERS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF FABLE FARM: Farmfresh flatbreads, two bars, oysters and a fire make for an evening of good old-fashioned merrymaking. Fable Farm Fermentory, Barnard, 3-7 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 234–5667.
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Meeting House on the Green, East Fairfield, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 827-6626. SOCIAL BAND: The Burlington choral group pays homage to summer with Spanish Renaissance pieces and homegrown selections by Vermont composers. Old Round Church, Richmond, 7:30 p.m. $15-18. Info, 355-4216.
DUTCH LANGUAGE CLASS: Planning a trip to Amsterdam? Learn vocabulary and grammar basics from a native speaker. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, bheeks@ yahoo.com.
VERMONT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: ‘BEETHOVEN, KLEIN AND DVOŘÁK’: The sounds of violin, viola, cello and piano carry through the air during a classical program. Chandler Music Hall, Randolph, 7:30 p.m. $25; free for students. Info, 728-6464.
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PRIDE HIKES: STERLING POND: Clad in weather-appropriate clothing, LGBTQA+ hikers carpool to their destination for a short-but-steep trek. Shaw’s, Shelburne Road, South Burlington, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, gcauser@audubon.org. PRIDE YOGA: FOR LGBTQIA+ PEOPLE & ALLIES: Participants hit the mat for a stretching session suited for all levels. Sangha Studio, Pine, Burlington, 5-6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
music
Find club dates in the music section. DADDY LONG LEGS: Rick Ceballos, David Gusakov and Matt Witten combine talents with lively interpretations of Celtic, jazz and more. Brandon Music, 7:30 p.m. $20; $45 includes dinner; preregister; BYOB. Info, 247-4295. DAVID ROSANE & THE ZOOKEEPERS: The folk-rock protest band rallies support for literacy during a stop on its Book of ZOO Library Tour. Chelsea Public Library, 7 p.m. Donations. Info, 685-2188. LAKE CHAMPLAIN CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: SECOND FESTIVAL SATURDAY: A bow presentation paves the way for a recital by the festival’s resident ensemble. A family concert and instrument petting zoo follow. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, 10 a.m. $25; free for students with ID. Info, 863-5966. LE VENT DU NORD: Traditional music with a cosmopolitan edge delights listeners of this Québécois quintet. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7:30 p.m. $10-40. Info, 533-2000. PAULA COLE & JANE MONHEIT: Two powerhouse jazz singers lift their voices in ear-pleasing sets. See calendar spotlight. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort, 7 p.m. $40-50. Info, 760-4634. ‘THE RETURN OF CRAZY CHASE’: Historian and musician Allen Church brings legendary Vermont dance hall fiddler Alfred “Crazy” Chase to life through stories, songs and anecdotes.
BIODIVERSITY UNIVERSITY: SHOREBIRD QUEST TO TO THE MISSISQUOI DELTA: Ornithology enthusiasts spread their wings while seeking sandpipers, dowitchers and turnstones galore along the shore of Lake Champlain. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. $35-45; preregister; limited space. Info, 229-6206.
at glow-in-the-dark golf balls. A raffle, barbecue and skills contest complete the action. Arrowhead Golf Course, Milton, 6:30-11 p.m. $60 per player; $10 for dinner only. Info, 527-7933.
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‘AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’: THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL SHOW’: See THU.23, 7 p.m. ‘THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY’: See WED.22. ‘CONSTELLATIONS’: See THU.23. ‘A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2’: See WED.22. ‘I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE’: See THU.23, 3-5 & 7:30-9:30 p.m. ‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: See WED.22. ‘THE NETHER’: See THU.23. ‘THE SHOW-OFF’: See THU.23.
& Yoga, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, newleafsangha@ gmail.com.
MIDDLEBURY NEW FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL: See THU.23, 10 a.m.
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BALKAN FOLK DANCING: Louise Brill and friends organize participants into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 3:30-6:30 p.m. $6; free for firsttimers; bring snacks to share. Info, 540-1020.
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EAST HUBBARDTON CEMETERY TOUR: Site interpreter Carl Fuller leads a walk through history, discussing early settlers and their roles in the 1777 Battle of Hubbardton. Meet at the visitor center, Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, 2-4 p.m. $3; free for kids under 15. Info, 273-2282.
RUN FOR JON: Runners and walkers make strides for the Jonathan Evans Memorial Fund, which supports North Country families with children in medical crisis. Forrence Orchards, Peru, N.Y., registration, 3:30-4:45 p.m.; run, 5 p.m. $2-10; $30 for families. Info, 518-643-2414. SAINT ALBANS MUSEUM GLOW GOLF TOURNAMENT: Luminescent flags, tees and fairways light the way for fourperson teams, which swing
MIYAZAKI SUMMER SERIES: Cinephiles catch the 2001 animated film Spirited Away, shown in English as part of a series spotlighting director Hayao Miyazaki. The Savoy Theater, Montpelier, 10 a.m. Donations. Info, film@savoytheater.com. ‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
food & drink
CHOCOLATE TASTING IN MIDDLESEX: Candy fanatics get an education on a variety of sweets made on-site. Nutty Steph’s Granola & Chocolate Factory, Middlesex, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 229-2090.
MUSHROOMS DEMYSTIFIED: Fungi fanatics learn about different varieties — fabulous and fearsome alike — found throughout the park. Little River State Park, Waterbury, 1:30 p.m. $2-4; free for kids ages 3 and under; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
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‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22.
CHOCOLATE TASTING IN BURLINGTON: See SAT.25.
HERE BE DRAGONFLIES: See WED.22, 3:30 p.m.
WORKING WOODLANDS WORKSHOP: DIG THOSE CRAZY SNAKE WORMS: Nature lovers learn to identify and slow the spread of this nonnative invasive earthworm in an indoor-outdoor lesson with Josef Görres of the University of Vermont. Bring a water bottle. Marsh-BillingsRockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 457-3368, ext. 222.
‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22.
BOW WOW DOG LUAU: Sit, stay, sip, lei! Pups and their people support the Humane Society of Chittenden County at a petfriendly party offering brews, raffles, hot dogs and photos. See calendar spotlight. The Tap Room at Switchback Brewing, Burlington, 1-5 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 651-4114.
BIRD MONITORING WALK: Adults and older children don binoculars and keep an eye out for winged wonders. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 434-2167.
OWL PROWL & NIGHT GHOST HIKE: Flashlight holders spy denizens of dusk on a journey to 19th-century settlement ruins, where spooky Vermont tales await. History Hike lot, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 7 p.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103.
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OLIVIA GATWOOD: The author of New American Best Friend shares her talents in an impassioned poetry performance. Musician Joaquina Mertz and poet Angelica Maria Aguilera open. Karma Bird House, Burlington, 7-10:30 p.m. $12-15. Info, 448-0189.
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VETERANS HOMESTEAD SERIES: PRESERVING YOUR HARVEST: Veterans and their family members learn techniques to make their homegrown foods last. Bring a dish to share for a potluck lunch. Tandem, Bristol, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 377-1214.
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GUIDED TOURS: See WED.22. MEDICINE BUDDHA SADHANA: Coming together on the evening of the full moon, participants take part in a 40-minute practice that benefits those who are sick or suffering. Offerings for the altar are welcome. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 633-4136. NIGHT OF FIRE & DESTRUCTION: World-class monster-truck drivers rev their engines for a spectacle of stunts and car-crushing mayhem. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 6 p.m. $8-12; free for kids 12 and under. Info, 863-5966.
fairs & festivals
CALEDONIA COUNTY FAIR: See WED.22, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FAIR: See FRI.24, 10 a.m.-midnight. FEST NOZ: Carrying on the centuries-old tradition from Brittany, this ceilidh-like soirée sends spirits soaring with traditional music, participatory dance, crêpes and Shacksbury ciders. See calendar spotlight. Tourterelle, New Haven, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $10-30. Info, 453-6309.
EAT UP ON THE GREEN: Locals skip cooking dinner in favor of food and drink from local purveyors served amid live music, sprinklers and a playground. Camp Meade, Middlesex, 4-9 p.m. Free. Info, 496-2108. STOWE FARMERS MARKET: An appetizing assortment of fresh veggies, meats, milk, berries, herbs, beverages and crafts tempts shoppers. Red Barn Shops Field, Stowe, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 279-3444. WAREHOUSE WEEKENDS: See SAT.25. WINOOSKI FARMERS MARKET: Families shop for fresh produce, honey, meats, coffee and prepared foods from more than 15 seasonal vendors at an outdoor marketplace. Champlain Mill, Winooski, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, farmersmarket@downtown winooski.org.
health & fitness
FULL MOON YOGA: Yogis bring their own mats to a lunar-inspired class. Funds raised benefit the Lamoille County Mental Health Sensory Room. Spa at Stowe Mountain Lodge, 6-7 p.m. Donations. Info, 760-4782. KARMA YOGA FOR THE BIRDS: An outdoor, all-levels class overlooks the mountains and Lake Champlain. All proceeds benefit Audubon Vermont. Rain location: Yoga Roots. All Souls Interfaith Gathering, Shelburne, 8-9 a.m. $10; preregister. Info, 985-0090.
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LGBTQ FIBER ARTS GROUP: A knitting, crocheting and weaving session welcomes all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations and skill levels. Pride Center of Vermont, Burlington, noon-2 p.m. Free. Info, 860-7812.
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PIKNIC ÉLECTRONIK MONTRÉAL: DJ sets and beatdriven music propel a dance party of epic proportions. See piknicelectronik.com for details. Plaine des jeux, Montréal, 2-9:30 p.m. $14.50-119; free for kids 12 and under. Info, 514-904-1247.
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Find club dates in the music section. CENTRAL VERMONT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: A four-piece ensemble delves into a classical program featuring works by Beethoven, Dvořák and Klein. North Universalist Chapel Society, Woodstock, 4-6 p.m. $10. Info, 457-3981. JACKIE VENSON: Scorching guitar work and smoky vocals set this rising blues star apart. The Dave Keller Band open this Levitt AMP St. Johnsbury Music Series concert. Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-2600. LAKE CHAMPLAIN CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: CLOSING CONCERT: Compositions from Milstein, Ludwig, Stravinsky and Lutoslawski round out the endof-festival program. A reception follows. Elley-Long Music Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, preconcert talk, 2:15 p.m.; concert, 3 p.m. $15-40. Info, 863-5966.
UKULELE MÊLÉE: Fingers fly at a group lesson on the fourstringed Hawaiian instrument. BYO uke. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 4-6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.
outdoors
FORESTRY, HISTORY & THE FUTURE: A GUIDED HIKE: See FRI.24. LITTLE RIVER RAMBLE: See FRI.24, 2 p.m. MT. HUNGER & WHITE ROCK HIKE: Outdoor adventurers tackle a difficult 6.4-mile trek. Contact trip leader for details. Free; preregister. Info, boltondj@ comcast.net. ROCKIN’ THE LITTLE RIVER: TOUR OF THE WATERBURY DAM: Visitors explore a reforested encampment and discover how the Civilian Conservation Corps saved the Winooski Valley from flooded ruin. Meet at the top of the dam, Little River State Park, Waterbury, 11 a.m. $2-4; free for kids 3 and under; preregister; call to confirm. Info, 244-7103. WILD & SCENIC GATHERING: Fans of the great outdoors celebrate summer with games, demos, arts and crafts, paddle lessons, guided nature walks, and more. Big Falls State Park, North Troy, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 393-0076.
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CYCLE 4 CMT: Bikers and walkers traverse country roads to raise money to find a cure for CharcotMarie-Tooth disease. The Old Lantern Inn & Barn, Charlotte, 8 a.m. $35-55; additional fundraising requirements for participants. Info, cycle4cmt.com. DISC GOLF LEAGUES: See THU.23, noon.
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‘THE GRASSHOPPER REBELLION CIRCUS & PAGEANT’: A spirited Bread and Puppet Theater production performed in the Circus Field pulls advice from several prominent revolutions in human history. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 3 p.m. $10. Info, 525-3031. ‘I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE’: See THU.23, 2-4 p.m. ‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: See WED.22, 3-5:30 p.m. ‘THE SHOW-OFF’: See THU.23.
FRIENDLY FIBER MEET-UPS: No matter the material, projects ranging from quilting to felting take shape during a monthly gathering. Waterbury Public Library, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.
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JOB HUNT HELP: See THU.23, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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SPEED DATING WITH A TECH TWIST: Singles in their thirties and forties make connections during face-to-face conversations. Nectar’s, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $20-25. Info, 658-4771.
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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘BROKE: THE SANTA BARBARA OIL PIPELINE SPILL OF 2015’: The Vermont Natural Resources Council presents a screening of this 2017 documentary on an environmental catastrophe. A discussion with the filmmaker and others follows. The Savoy Theater, Montpelier, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations. Info, sgomory@ vnrc.org. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22.
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‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
food & drink
FORGET-ME-NOTS BROWN BAG LUNCHEON: Women ages 65 and up meet for a midday meal. BYO lunch. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Plattsburgh, N.Y., noon. Free. Info, 518-561-6920.
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BOARD GAME NIGHT: A diverse offering of tabletop games entertains participants of all ages. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 5-9 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.22, 6:30 p.m. CRIBBAGE TEAMS: See WED.22. MAGIC: THE GATHERING — MONDAY NIGHT MODERN: Tarmogoyf-slinging madness ensues when competitors battle for prizes in a weekly game. Brap’s Magic, Burlington, 6:30-10 p.m. $8. Info, 540-0498. PINOCHLE & RUMMY: See WED.22.
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ADVANCED SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONG-FORM: Elements of qigong thread through the youngest version of the Chinese martial art. Winooski Senior Center, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 735-5467. MON.27
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‘AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’: THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL SHOW’: See THU.23.
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ZOE’S RACE: Athletes make strides in a 1K fun run and a 5K run/walk benefiting families who receive support from the Howard Center. See calendar spotlight. Oakledge Park, Burlington, registration, 7:308:15 a.m.; 1K, 8:30 a.m.; 5K, 9 a.m. $15-40; free for kids under 17. Info, 488-6913.
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GUIDED GROUP MEDITATION: In keeping with the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, folks practice mindfulness through sitting, walking, reading and discussion. Zenbarn Studio, Waterbury, 7:158 p.m. Free. Info, 505-1688.
LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE: Bring a bag lunch to practice the system of communication using visual gestures. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.
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BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASSES: See WED.22.
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH GROUP: See WED.22.
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GARDEN TOURS: Horticultural enthusiasts examine beautiful blooms at the Billings Farm & Museum and the Marsh-BillingsRockefeller National Historical Park. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 1 p.m. $16-21; preregister. Info, 457-3368, ext. 222.
FEAST TOGETHER OR FEAST TO GO: See FRI.24.
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COMMUNITY CRAFT NIGHT: Makers stitch, spin, knit and crochet their way through projects while enjoying each other’s company. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.
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DANCE, PAINT, WRITE!: Creative people end their day with an energetic meditation, music, movement, intuitive painting, free writing and de-stressing. Expressive Arts Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $15; preregister. Info, 343-8172. PIANO BOOK RELEASE PARTY WITH INTERACTIVE PIANO WORKSHOP: Alison Cheroff presents her new instructional publication illustrated with her own watercolor images. Upper Valley Music Center, Lebanon, N.H., 10 a.m.-noon. Free; preregister. Info, 603-448-1642. SUMMER SOCIAL: Locals join members of the League of Women Voters of Central Vermont to raise a toast to Women’s Equality Day. Appetizers are provided. The North Branch Café, Montpelier, 5:30-7 p.m. Free; cash bar; preregister. Info, lwvofvt@gmail.com.
fairs & festivals
CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FAIR: See FRI.24, 10 a.m.-midnight.
‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22.
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TICKETS, INCLUDING TAX: $22 ADULTS, $17 STUDENTS. IN ADVANCE ON-LINE AT WWW.CHANDLER-ARTS.ORG OR BY PHONE TO (802) 728-6464. AT THE DOOR, WITH CASH OR CHECK ONLY.
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‘TALK OF THE PORCH’: A ‘NEW YORKER’ FICTION DISCUSSION GROUP: Local writers Stark Biddle and Julia Shipley direct a dialogue on a new or classic short story. Craftsbury Public Library, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 586-9683.
HOUSE & FORMAL GARDENS TOUR: See THU.23.
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SWING DANCING: Quick-footed participants experiment with different forms, including the Lindy hop, Charleston and balboa. Beginners are welcome. Champlain Club, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5. Info, 448-2930.
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READING THROUGH THE BIBLE: Participants gather near the fireplace to peruse the Scriptures. Panera Bread, South Burlington, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 893-6266.
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VETERANS YOGA: FOR THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED: Seasoned practitioners and neophytes alike engage in postures of strength and physicality. Participants may bring a friend or other support person. Sangha Studio, North, Burlington, 10:3011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 448-4262.
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SEATED TAI CHI: Movements are modified for those with arthritis and other chronic conditions. Winooski Senior Center, 11 a.m.noon. Free. Info, 735-5467.
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See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section. ‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22.
‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
food & drink
CRAFT BEER TUESDAYS: Golfers and nongolfers alike treat themselves to tastings of popular brews and ciders. Stowe Country Club, 6-8 p.m. Cost of drinks. Info, 760-4653. OLD NORTH END FARMERS MARKET: Locavores score breads, juices, ethnic foods and more from neighborhood vendors. Dewey Park, Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, oldnorthendfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
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BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.22, 7 p.m.
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BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE SUN-STYLE TAI CHI, LONGFORM: Improved mood, greater muscle strength and increased energy are a few of the benefits of this gentle exercise. South Burlington Recreation & Parks Department, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 735-5467. BEGINNERS TAI CHI CLASS: See THU.23.
GUIDED GROUP MEDITATION: No prior experience is required to participate in this class, which includes an introduction to Sudarshan Kriya, a powerful meditative breathing practice. All Souls Interfaith Gathering, Shelburne, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 356-9863. PEACEFUL WARRIOR KARATE: Martial-arts training promotes healthy living for those in recovery. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 861-3150. REIKI CLINIC: Thirty-minute treatments foster physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. JourneyWorks, Burlington, 3-5:30 p.m. $10-30; preregister. Info, 860-6203. YOGA AT THE WINOOSKI VFW: Certified instructors guide veterans and their families through a series of poses. Arrive five to 10 minutes early. Second floor, Winooski VFW Hall, 6-7 p.m. Donations. Info, 655-9832. YOGA WITH PRANAYAMA: Yoga poses and breathing exercises start simply and become more challenging as this six-week series progresses. Waterbury Public Library, 6-7 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 244-7036.
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‘LA CAUSERIE’ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Native speakers and learners are welcome to pipe up at an unstructured conversational practice. El Gato Cantina, Burlington, 4:30-6 p.m. Free. Info, 540-0195. LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: ITALIAN: Speakers hone their skills in the Romance language over a bag lunch. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, noon-1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. PAUSE-CAFÉ FRENCH CONVERSATION: Frenchlanguage fanatics meet pour parler la belle langue. Burlington Bay Market & Café, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 430-4652. SOCIAL GATHERING: Those who are deaf or hard of hearing or want to learn American Sign Language get together to break down communication barriers. The North Branch Café, Montpelier, 4-6 p.m. Cost of food and drink. Info, 595-4001.
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Find club dates in the music section. PARTY CRASHERS: The fivepiece cover band entertains onlookers with funk, soul and rock melodies. Rain site: Fairlee Town Hall. Fairlee Town Common, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Info, contact@ fairleearts.org. SHAPE NOTE SING: Locals lend their voices to four-part harmonies at this weekly sing-along of early American music in the “fa-sol-la-mi” tradition. Bread and Puppet Theater, Glover, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 525-6972. TUESDAY NIGHT LIVE: Soul and blues band Drunk & In the Woods provide the musical
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MEDICARE & YOU: AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDICARE: Members of the Central Vermont Council on Aging clear up confusion about the application process and plan options. Central Vermont Council on Aging, Barre, 3-5 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 479-0531.
theater
‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: See WED.22, 7:30-10 p.m. ‘ROMEO AND JULIET’: Shakespeare’s tale of starcrossed lovers and warring families plays out in an on-screen production. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $615. Info, 748-2600.
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BURLINGTON POETRY GROUP: Writers of verse ages 18 through 30 field constructive feedback on original works. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, btvpoetry@gmail. com. SUMMER LITERATURE READING SERIES: Ambitious readers cover selected pages of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:308:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.
PARENT COFFEE TIME: Moms and dads process the first day of school over cookies and java. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. ROUND-UP ON THE RIVER: See WED.22. WAGON RIDE WEDNESDAYS: See WED.22.
fairs & festivals
CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FAIR: See FRI.24, 10 a.m.-midnight.
‘GREAT WHITE SHARK 3D’: See WED.22.
outdoors
See what’s playing at local theaters in the movies section.
‘MOANA’: Families fix their eyes on Disney’s animated adventure about a girl who answers the ocean’s call. Highland Center for the Arts, Greensboro, 7 p.m. $5. Info, 533-2000. ‘SEA MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22. ‘WILD AFRICA 3D’: See WED.22.
food & drink
BEERLINGTON FOAMERS MARKET: See WED.22. COMMUNITY SUPPER: See WED.22. FIVE CORNERS FARMERS MARKET: See WED.22. ICE CREAM SOCIAL: See WED.22. PLATTSBURGH FARMERS & CRAFTERS’ MARKET: See WED.22.
EDIBLE WELLNESS: A Q&A demystifies the benefits of consuming cannabidiol. Attendees treat themselves to sweet CBD delights. Nutty Steph’s Granola & Chocolate Factory, Middlesex, 5-6 p.m. Free. Info, 229-2090.
BRIDGE CLUB: See WED.22.
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FIBER RIOT!: See WED.22.
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GUIDED TOURS: See WED.22.
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PLANTS THAT HURT & PLANTS THAT HELP: See WED.22.
CPR & DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING: Williston fire officer Prescott Nadeau leads a handson lesson in life-saving techniques. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
DOUBLE FIGURE 8 RACING: Drivers dodge and weave their way around a looped course, trying to avoid collisions before crossing the finish line. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 7 p.m. $10-12; free for kids 12 and under with an adult. Info, 863-5966.
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Y12SR: YOGA OF 12-STEP RECOVERY: See WED.22.
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BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES: See WED.22. CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH GROUP: See WED.22. LUNCH IN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE: SPANISH: See WED.22.
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THE SUMMER HEAT POETRY WORKSHOP — DEVELOPING YOUR UNIQUE STYLE AND PRACTICE: See WED.22.
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TOMGIRL WALKING CLUB: See WED.22. WEDNESDAY GUIDED MEDITATION: See WED.22.
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RESILIENCE FLOW: FOR THOSE WITH A HISTORY OF TBI OR BRAIN INJURY: See WED.22.
HEALTHY LADIES’ NIGHT: See WED.22.
‘ANN’: “House of Cards” actress Jayne Atkinson stars in a play about firecracker Texas governor Ann Richards, written by Holland Taylor. Dorset Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. $48-58. Info, 867-2223, ext. 101. ‘THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY’: See WED.22. ‘I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE’: See THU.23. ‘MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET’: See WED.22.
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DUO DICKINSON: In “The Beauty of Time Passing,” the architect introduces an approach to his craft that integrates history into the aesthetic of creating new structures. Refreshments follow. Yestermorrow Design/Build School, Waitsfield, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 496-5545.
BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE CLASSES: See WED.22.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 2 runway shows at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. featuring new looks by local designers In the tent behind the Maltex Building 431 Pine Street, Burlington, $15 Food vendors, beer and wine available. Strut Director Gina Tron Hosts Comedians Tim Kavanagh & Maggie Lenz DJ Robbie J Sound J Fab Productions Lighting VCAM & Jamien Forrest
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A COURSE IN MIRACLES STUDY GROUP: See WED.22.
PINOCHLE & RUMMY: See WED.22.
MAKING TRACKS, SEEING SKINS & SKULLS: See WED.22.
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NOT BACK-TO-SCHOOL PICNIC: Homeschooling kids and parents bring lunches, swimsuits and sports equipment to kick off the academic year in style. Meet at the playground past the first shelter, Oakledge Park, Burlington, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 859-0049.
CRIBBAGE TEAMS: See WED.22.
HERE BE DRAGONFLIES: See WED.22.
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WOMEN OF CANNABIS NETWORKING: Female leaders in Vermont’s growing cannabis community cultivate connections. Green Mountain Hemp Company, St. Albans, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, info@headyvermont. com.
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BUGGIN’ OUT: See WED.22.
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GREENER DRINKS: See WED.22.
BELLA VOCE WOMEN’S CHORUS AUDITIONS: Sopranos sing their hearts out for spots in Vermont’s premier women’s vocal ensemble. Colchester location provided upon registration. 6:30-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, director@ bellavocevt.org.
‘FLYING MONSTERS 3D’: See WED.22.
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BURLINGTON CITY ARTS SUMMER CONCERTS: DADDY LONG LEGS: Rick Ceballos, David Gusakov and Matt Witten combine talents with lively interpretations of Celtic, jazz and more. Burlington City Hall Park, noon. Free. Info, 865-7166.
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art COLOR DELIGHT!: This four-week course is for artists and color enthusiasts of all levels! Each week, students will explore color in new ways through painting, collaging and using technology to study the theories of Josef Albers and Johannes Itten. Instructor: Chiyomi McKibbin. Wed., Sep. 5-26, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $110/ nonmembers; $85/members. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe. Info: 2538358, education@helenday. com, helenday.com.
respond to, please bring ideas and reference materials for inspiration. Beginners are welcome. Thu., Oct. 25-Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 22), 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $225/ person; $202.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
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ayurveda 200-HOUR AYURVEDA INTEGRATION PROGRAM: Join us in learning and immerse yourself in the oldest surviving preventative health care system. This program is ideal for yoga teachers, counselors, therapists, bodyworkers, nurses, doctors, wellness coaches, herbalists, etc. VSAC approved and payment plans available. Can transfer hours to Kripalu’s Ayurveda Health Counselor program. More information at ayurvedavermont.com/classes. 2019 schedule: Feb. 9-10, Mar. 9-10, Apr. 6-7, May 17-18, Jun. 8-9, Jul. 13-14, Aug. 17-18, Sep. 14-15, Oct. 19-20, Nov. 16-17. Cost: $2,795. Location: The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, 34 Oak Hill Rd., Williston. Info: Allison Morse, 872-8898, ayurvedavt@comcast.net.
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Call 865-7166 for info or register online at burlingtoncityarts.org. Teacher bios are also available online. ABSTRACT PAINTING: Explore the many exciting possibilities of abstract painting through a variety of fun demonstrations and exercises designed to help you open up and work intuitively. Experiment with paint of your choice (water-soluble oils, acrylics or watercolor) and a variety of other mixed media. While prompts will be given for you to
ACRYLIC PAINTING: This class introduces students to the tools and techniques artists use to create successful works of art in one of the most versatile mediums available: acrylic paint. Learn the basics of mixing colors, blending and a variety of acrylic painting techniques. Acrylic paint is the perfect medium for both the beginner and the experienced artist who wants to try something new. Tue., Oct. 30-Dec. 11 (no class Nov. 20), 9:30 a.m.-noon. Cost: $255/ person; $229.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. ADOBE LIGHTROOM: Learn how to easily upload, organize, edit and print your digital photographs or files from scanned film using Adobe Lightroom. RAW file management, exposure/white balance corrections and printing high-quality archival inkjet prints on our Epson printers will be covered. Bring a Maccompatible portable drive with your images to the first class. Mon., Nov. 5-Dec. 17 (no class Nov. 12), 6-9 p.m. Cost: $270/ person; $243/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
BLACK & WHITE DARKROOM BASICS: Explore the traditional, analog black-and-white darkroom! Learn how to correctly expose black-and-white film, process film into negatives, and make silver gelatin prints. Students will leave with the skills and confidence to join the darkroom as a member. All film, paper and darkroom supplies included. Bring your manual 35mm or medium format film camera to the first class. Mon., Oct. 22-Nov. 26 (no class Nov. 12), 6-9 p.m. Cost: $225/person; $202.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT FOR TEACHING ARTISTS: The foundation of a successful class or residency is classroom management. Learn educators’ tips for running a safe and productive learning environment for youth. Basic classroom structure such as shared expectations, open communication and developing consequences will be covered. A discussion of what has or hasn’t worked with other teaching artists will also take place. Thu., Oct. 11, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $25/person; $22.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. COLOR FILM PROJECTS: Learn how to scan, edit and print your color film and receive feedback on your work in this introduction to working with color film in a digital workflow. This class will also explore ideas in contemporary photography through special readings, and we will discuss the technical, aesthetic and conceptual aspects of your work in supportive critique sessions. Bring a selection of recent images to the first class. Thu., Nov. 8-Dec. 20 (no class Nov. 22), 6-9 p.m. Cost: $270/ person; $243/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. DARKROOM PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECTS: Refine your blackand-white darkroom skills and receive feedback on your work in this supportive, project-based class. Guided sessions to help you improve your printing and film-processing techniques and discussion of the technical, aesthetic and conceptual aspects of your work will be included. Bring a selection of recent darkroom prints to the first class. Thu., Sep. 20-Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $270/ person; $243/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Learn the basics of making a great photograph from the initial exposure to editing and printing. Start with an overview of camera controls and functions, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO ratings, shooting in RAW, lens choices, metering techniques and more. Organizing and editing files in Adobe Lightroom and
Photoshop will also be covered, and students will leave with a portfolio of prints. A DSLR or digital Mirrorless Rangefinder and a portable hard drive are required. Fri., Oct. 12-Dec. 7 (no class Nov. 23), 10 a.m.-noon. Cost: $240/ person; $216/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. DIGITAL SLR CAMERA: Explore the basic workings of your digital SLR camera and learn how to make the photographs you envision. Demystify f-stops, shutter speeds, sensitivity ratings and exposure, and analyze the basics of composition. Bring your camera and owner’s manual to the first class. Pair with Adobe Lightroom to learn how to edit and print your images. Mon., Sep. 17-Oct. 29 (no class Oct. 8), 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $180/ person; $162/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. DOCUMENTARY STORYTELLING: Learn how to tell a compelling story with your photographs! This six-week class will introduce participants to the process of documentary storytelling and include discussions of subject matter, composition, editing and story structure. Group discussion and critiques as well as shooting assignments, readings and writing exercises will give participants the opportunity to begin a new photographic project or refine works in progress. Film or digital photography acceptable. Thu., Sep. 20-Oct. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $180/person; $162/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657166, burlingtoncityarts.org. DRAWING: Learn a variety of drawing techniques, including basic perspective, compositional layout, and use of dramatic light and shadow. Students will work mostly from observation and will be encouraged to work with a variety of media including pencil, pen and ink, ink wash, and charcoal in this small, group setting. All levels of experience, including beginners, are welcome. Price includes all basic drawing materials, as well as open studio access during the weeks of your class. Mon., Sep. 24-Nov. 5 (no class Oct. 8), 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $225/ person; $229.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING: Discover the expressive possibilities of contemporary abstract drawing. Expand your drawing vocabulary, combining traditional and experimental techniques in a variety of sizes and materials. Create drawings that have a substantial visual impact and a wealth of personal meaning. Benefit from constructive feedback and individual coaching in a small group environment. Prerequisite: Some drawing experience is recommended. Thu., Nov. 1-Dec. 13 (no class Nov. 22), 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: $270/ person; $243/BCA members.
Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
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FRIDAY ADULT WHEEL: Curious about the pottery wheel? Spend a Friday night with our pottery instructors at the BCA Clay Studio. A ticket includes a wheel-throwing demonstration at the beginning of class, access to a wheel, and time to try making a bowl or cup. Registration is required. Fri., Sep. 21-Nov. 16, 7:30-9 p.m. Cost: $10/per visit; $9/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
JEWELRY: Learn the basics of creating metal jewelry. Techniques covered will include sawing, piercing, filing, annealing, soldering, texturing, cold connections, basic hollow construction, ring sizing and more, so that students can create at least two completed pieces. The class includes copper and brass and use of all basic tools. Option 1: Tue., Sep. 25-Oct. 30, 5:30-8 p.m.; Option 2: Wed., Sep. 26-Oct. 31, 9:30 a.m.-noon.; Option 3: Tue., Nov. 6-Dec. 18 (no class Nov. 20), 5:30-8 p.m. Cost: $255/person; $229.50/ BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. LIDDED FORMS: In this threeweek class, Jeremy will introduce the elements that are needed to create a successful teapot or lidded form that is ready for daily use. Demonstrations will be given on lid-to-body relationships and how to construct spouts and handles to make your pots genuinely functional and beautiful. Wed., Dec. 5-19, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $127.50/person; $114.75/ BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
FRIDAY FAMILY CLAY: Spend a Friday night with your family at the BCA Clay Studio. A ticket provides a wheel demonstration at the beginning of class, wheel access (for ages 6+), hand building for any age, unlimited clay and time to create. If you’d like your work to be fired and glazed by the studio, there is a $5 fee per piece. Registration is required. Fri., Sep. 21-Nov. 16, 5-7 p.m. Cost: $10/person; $9/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. HAND-PRINTED CARD WORKSHOP: Spend an evening in BCA’s print studio using our inks, tools & printing press to create handmade holiday wrapping paper and cards. This is a great class to get into the holiday mood while making functional crafts and getting to know our studio. All supplies are provided; no experience needed. Mon., Dec. 3, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $25/ person; $22.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. HIGH SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHY: Tell your story with photographs in this eight-week session for high school students! Students will explore their ideas, go on group photo shoots, process and print digital photos and zines in our digital lab, experiment with film photography in our darkroom, and participate in supportive discussions and critiques. Ages 14-18. Fri., Oct. 12-Dec. 7 (no class Nov. 23), 5-7:30 p.m. Cost: $240/person; $216/BCA
LIFE DRAWING DROP-IN: Spend the evening with other local artists drawing one of our experienced models. Please bring your drawing materials and paper. All materials must be water soluble and solvent-free. No registration required. Instructor: Carolyn Zuaro. Fri., Sep. 21-Nov. 16, 7-9 p.m. Cost: $10/person; $9/ BCA members. Purchase a dropin card and get the sixth visit free! Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657166, burlingtoncityarts.org. LINOCUT: In this four-week class, you will have the opportunity to create small designs with the relief technique of linoleum block printing. We will print these one-color blocks by hand or with the printing press, and then add color by experimenting with watercolor paints. This class is a fun opportunity to make cards, holiday gift tags or art to share, since we will have the chance to print multiples once you make your block. Please bring ideas or sketches (8 x 10 inches or smaller) to the first class. Thu., Nov. 8-Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 22), 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $150/ person; $135/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. MIXED-LEVEL WHEEL THROWING: Mixed-Level Wheel supports students across a range of skill and experience levels who have thrown on the wheel. This eight-week course is rooted in fundamentals and encourages individual projects. Demonstrations and instruction will cover centering, throwing, trimming and glazing, as well as forms and techniques determined by students. Option
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1: Wed., Sep. 26-Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m.-noon; Option 2: Wed., Sep. 26-Nov. 28 (no class Oct. 31 or Nov. 21), 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $340/ person; $306/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. OIL PAINTING: Learn how to paint with nontoxic, watersoluble oils. With an emphasis on studio work, this class will begin with fun exercises. Using direct observational skills, we’ll work on still life and referencing photographs; we’ll explore the landscape. Discover a variety of painting techniques and learn how to apply composition, linear aspects, form and color theory to your work. This supportive class will balance studio time with gentle group discussion and critique. Beginners are welcome. Wed., Sep. 26-Nov. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
please bring two ideas of what you want to dress up as, and any material or old clothes to help create your costume. Ages 6-12. Fri., Oct. 19, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $75/person; $67.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org. SCREEN PRINT WORKSHOP: Get to know our print studio at this one night-workshop, and explore the possibilities of screen printing. Students will choose from a variety of prepped silkscreen designs to put on a poster or tote bag to bring home. The class includes all materials; no experience necessary. Instructor: Kate McKernan. Mon., Oct. 15, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $25/person; $22.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
PENDANTS: Check out the jewelry and fine metals studio by making your own copper, brass or nickel pendant using basic cutting, stamping and sawing techniques. Open to all skill levels. All materials included. Instructor: Kate McKernan. Thu., Oct. 18, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $37/ person; $33.30/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
computers WEB DEVELOPMENT BOOTCAMP: 12-week immersive coding bootcamp in downtown Burlington. Learn JavaScript programming, agile methodology, work on teams to build portfolio projects, complete career workshops and get one-on-one time with our career coach. Learn more at burlingtoncodeacademy.com/ bootcamp. Sep. 17-Dec. 12. Cost: $9,950. Location: Burlington Code Academy, 182 Main St., Burlington. Info: 779-1650, ahorner@burlingtoncode academy.com.
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FALL 2018 CLAY COURSES: Our sun-filled clay studio is the perfect place to find respite while creating beautiful objects. In addition to group demonstrations and one-on-one instruction, we offer seven days of open studio time, so you can make the most of your practice. Join our Clay Community and sign up today! Mon.-Sat., starting Sep. 10. Cost: $360/course; first bag of clay included. Location: Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: Shelburne Craft School, 985-3648. Info@ shelburnecraftschool.org, shelburnecraftschool.org.
DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes, nightclub-style, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wed., 6 p.m. $15/person for one-hour class. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in anytime and prepare for an enjoyable workout. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 598-1077. Info@salsalina.com. DSANTOS VT DANCE CLASSES: New classes, new location! Come join the fun. Weekly classes in salsa, bachata, kizomba, kuduro. No partner or experience needed. Beginner drop-in classes. Salsa, Mon., 7-8 p.m.; Kizomba, Wed., 8-9 p.m.; Bachata, Thu., 6-7 p.m. Cost: $15/1-hour class. Location: Dsantos VT Dance Studio, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Unit 112A, Burlington. Info: Jon Bacon, 227-2572, dsantosvt.com.
FALL 2018 VISUAL ARTS COURSES: Cozy up this fall with a supportive group of peers in our historic Bunkhouse painting studio. We offer traditional drawing and painting courses as well as fun, unique one-day workshops. Our instructors are also working artists and offer support and guidance in technique and process to all skill levels. Mon.-Sun., starting Sep. 10. Cost: $200/course; costs vary depending on course. Location: Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: Shelburne Craft School, 985-3648. Info@shelburnecraftschool.org, shelburnecraftschool.org. FALL 2018 WOODWORKING COURSES: Sign up for a Fall 2018 course or workshop that ignites your curiosity to create. Our wood shop is an inviting, 3,000-squarefoot studio beaming with natural light. Our knowledgeable instructors offer a supportive environment to learn about woodworking at all skill levels. Ask us about our renter/resident program. Mon.Sun., starting Sep. 10. Cost: $180/ course; costs vary depending on course. Location: Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: Shelburne Craft School, 9853648. Info@shelburnecraftschool. org, shelburnecraftschool.org.
drumming TAIKO AND DJEMBE CLASSES IN BURLINGTON!: New drumming sessions begin weeks of Mar. 3 and May 1. Taiko for Adults: Tue., 5:30-6:20 p.m.; Wed., 6:30-8:20 p.m. Djembe for Adults: Wed., 5:30-6:20 p.m. Taiko for Kids and Parents: Tue., 4:30-5:20 p.m. Djembe for Kids and Parents: Wed., 4:30-5:20 p.m. Drums provided. Conga classes, too!
empowerment EMBODYING MIND-BODY LEADERSHIP: Learn about how to embody mind-body leadership as a way of life. What we embody creates an energy field that holds everyone around us. Incorporating mind-body meditation, grounding exercises, group discussion and mind-body tools including the Inner Board of Directors, explore how to stay grounded and connected with the flow of life, including challenging situations requiring us to embody leadership skills. Reflect on what’s in the way of embodying our leadership right now and how to move through these barriers so we can become more emotionally embodied, maintain an intentional presence and be the leaders we can be. Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $130/before Sep. 15, $145/after Sep. 15. Location: Bishops Booth Conference Center, Rockpoint Rd., Burlington. Info: 860-6203, journeyworksvt.com/embodying-mind-body-leadershipwith-linda-marksmsm. HAPPINESS PROGRAM: The Art of Living Foundation’s Vermont chapter is offering the Happiness Program, a nine-hour course over a three-day period. This course teaches a powerful practice called Sudarshan Kriya. Research shows Sudarshan Kriya, a meditative breathing technique, results in enhanced well-being, improved immune function, better mental function and more restful sleep. Mon.-Wed., Sep. 17-19, 6-9 p.m. Free introductory talks: Tue., Aug. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m., and Tue., Sep. 11, 6-7 p.m. Location: All Souls Interfaith Gathering, 291 Bostwick Farm Rd., Shelburne. Info: David McColgin, 448-2046, david.mccolgin@artofliving. org, artofliving.org/us-en/ program/153278.
feldenkrais AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT: The FeldenkraisMethod, a form of somatic education, will help you overcome aches and pains, reduce muscle tension, and increase your self-knowledge, flexibility, and awareness of your body. Anyone — young or old, physically challenged or physically fit — can benefit from the FeldenkraisMethod. First class free. For more information about Feldenkrais (including testimonials), visit vermontfeldenkrais.com. Tue., starting Sep. 4, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Cost: $18/single class; $150/10-class card. Location: Sacred Mountain Studio, 215 College St., Burlington. Info: Uwe Mester, 735-3770, movevt@gmail. com, vermontfeldenkrais.com.
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LANGUAGE 111: LYRICAL PROSE: This creative writing course will center on writing beautiful prose, either fiction or nonfiction. Students will be guided through three phases: craft, create and critique, as they build a small body of work, either fresh work generated during this course or recent work from students’ passion projects. Supportive feedback given. Thu., 3-5 p.m., Sep. 13-Oct. 18. Cost: $200. Location: Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd.,
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASSES: Move to joyful music in a relaxed, beginner-friendly atmosphere. These social dances, first published in the mid-17th century, feature different formations (long or short lines, circles, squares) and range in mood from light playfulness to delightful elegance, enthusiastically robust to gloriously stately. For teens and adults who can walk briskly. Wed., 7-9 p.m., Jul. 25 & Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. Cost: $5/2-hour class. Location: Richmond Free Library, 201 Bridge St., Richmond. Info: Val Medve, 881-9732, val.medve@gmail.com, burlingtoncountrydancers.org.
Online schedule, registration. Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington. Info: 999-4255, burlingtontaiko.org.
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SUNDAY FAMILY PAINT: Spend an afternoon with our teaching artists in BCA’s painting and drawing studio. Using our paints, brushes, easels and more, your family will create beautiful works of art. All supplies are provided, no experience needed. Adults may assist their child(ren) free of charge. Additional tickets are required for adults who’d like to join the fun and paint on their own. Registration is required. Option 1: Sun., Oct. 14, 2-4 p.m.; Option 2: Sun., Nov. 11, 2-4 p.m.; Option 3: Sun., Dec. 2, 2-4 p.m. Cost: $10/person; $9/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
WHEEL THROWING: This class is an introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio. Students will work primarily on the potter’s wheel, learning basic throwing and forming techniques, while creating functional pieces such as mugs, cups and bowls. Students will also be guided through the various finishing techniques using the studio’s house slips and glazes. No previous experience needed. Option 1: Wed., Sep. 26-Nov. 28 (no class Oct. 31 or Nov. 21), 1:304 p.m.; Option 2: Thu., Sep. 27Nov. 15, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $340/ person; $306/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
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PRINTMAKING: This introductory class will show you a whole range of printing techniques that can be used on their own or in combination to create unique artwork. Over six weeks, you’ll be introduced to the studio’s equipment and materials and learn techniques such as block printing with linoleum, collograph (a low-relief intaglio technique) and monoprint. No previous experience needed. Option 1: Tue., Sep. 25-Oct. 30, 9:30-noon; Option 2: Thu., Sep. 27-Nov. 1, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $255/person; $229.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
SCREEN PRINTING: Expert printer Aaron David will introduce you to screen printing and show you how to design and print t-shirts, posters, fine art and more! Students will learn a variety of techniques for transferring and printing images using handdrawn, photographic or borrowed imagery. Students will learn how to apply photo emulsion, how to use an exposure unit and how to print on a variety of surfaces. No experience necessary! Wed., Sep. 26-Nov. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
THROWING SETS: In this fourweek class, students will be guided through the process of creating wheel-thrown sets. Topics will include making multiples of the same piece, stacking mugs, nesting bowls, and serving sets specific to a type of food or beverage, such as a sake bottle with matching cups or a coffee cup with saucer. This intermediate-level course is intended for students with proficiency in centering, throwing cups and throwing bowls. Wed., Nov. 28-Dec. 19, 9:30-noon. Cost: $170/person; $153/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
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PHOTOGRAPHING ARTWORK: Learn how to take professionalquality digital images of your work in this hands-on workshop in our lighting studio. Whether you’re applying to art school, submitting work for an exhibition or putting together a website, you’ll leave this workshop with techniques that will improve your images and enhance your presentations. Bring up to five pieces no larger than 40x60 inches. Thu., Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $45/ person; $40.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
THE ARTIST STATEMENT: Learn tips for writing a successful artist statement from artist and curator Meara McGinniss. Communicate what you investigate, observe or want to express with your art, and make your next grant, residency or exhibition proposal stronger. Participants are invited to bring samples of artist statements to be reviewed. Wed., Oct. 24, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $25/ person; $22.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166, burlingtoncityarts.org.
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fitness LEARN TO SKATE WITH VSA: Group ice skating lessons start in Sep. and will be offered Wed. and Fri. Adult lessons will be offered Sun. Lessons take place at the Essex Skating Facility. In-person registration will take place on Wed., Sep. 5, 2018, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Essex Skating Facility. weekly, mid-Sep. through midDec. Location: Essex Skating Facility, 2 Educational Dr., Essex Junction. Info: Essex Skating Facility, Vermont Skating Academy, 857-7300, vsa@ewsd. org, essexrink.com.
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ART HOP AT GENERATOR: Generator is hosting more than 22 exciting hands-on-learning activities for Art Hop, including Peace Paper Project, Data Detox Tent, Giant Marble Run, Squid Hitcher (VR) and Indoor Drone Races. Come take advantage of Generator’s free parking at the neighboring Champlain Miller Parking Lot. Learn more about classes at generatorvt. com/events/#!event/2018/9/7/ art-hop-2018. Fri., Sep. 7, 5-9 p.m. & Sat., Sep. 8, noon-5 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761. GENERATOR CLASS OFFERINGS: Come check out our classes on 3D printing, welding, jewelry, laser cutting, forge, CNC routing, woodworking, metalsmithing, electronics, design programs and more! Learn about classes at generatorvt.com/classes. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761. NEW CLASS: ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS IN JEWELRY MAKING: Alternative materials plus cold connections. Design something to be laser-cut, and then we will use cold connections to add the pieces to earrings or a pendant. Learn more about classes at generatorvt. com/classes. Tue., Sep. 11-Sep. 18, 5:30-8 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761.
NEW CLASS: SKATE DECK: SKATEBOARD FAB 101: You will construct your own shaped skateboard deck in Skateboard Fab 101 and learn how to install trucks and wheels and practice safe operation of the Generator woodshop in the process. Learn more about classes at generatorvt.com/classes. Mon., Sep. 10-Oct. 1, 5:30-8 p.m. Location: Generator, 40 Sears Ln., Burlington. Info: 540-0761.
language ALLIANCE FRANCAISE: FALL SESSION: Eleven-week French classes for adults starting on September 17. Morning, afternoon and evening classes available in Burlington, and evening classes only in Colchester and Montpelier. We also offer six-week classes on topics such as literature, cinema, culture, phonetics and French for Travelers. We serve the entire range of students from the true beginners to those already comfortable conversing in French. Location: Alliance Francaise, 43 King St., Burlington. Info: 881-8826, michelineatremblay@ gmail.com, aflcr.org. ANNOUNCING SPANISH CLASSES: Spanish classes start in September. Learn from a native speaker via small classes or personal instruction. You’ll always be participating and speaking. Lesson packages for travelers. Lessons for young children; they love it! English as Second Language instruction online. Our 12th year. See our website or contact us for details. Start Sep. 10. Cost: $225/10 weekly classes of 90+ min. each. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: 585-1025, spanishparavos@ gmail.com, spanishwaterbury center.com.
martial arts OVER NINE THOUSAND ACADEMY: Become a Kung Fu bad@ss and learn to be strong, supple, fierce and centered. We believe in a holistic approach to martial arts and offer both hard and soft styles along with Taoist meditation practices. Classes are offered for adults and children, and we specialize in serving special needs kids. Classes offered Mon-Sat. Location: Onta Studio, 373 Blair Park Rd., Suite 102, Williston. Info: 683-8539, ontastudio@gmail.com, ontastudio.com.
VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Brazilian jiujitsu is a martial arts combat style based entirely on leverage and technique. Brazilian jiujitsu self-defense curriculum is taught to Navy SEALs, CIA, FBI, military police and special forces. No training experience required. Easy-to-learn techniques that could save your life! Classes for men, women and children. Students will learn realistic bully-proofing and self-defense life skills to avoid them becoming victims and help them feel safe and secure. Our sole purpose is to help empower people by giving them realistic martial arts training practices they can carry with them throughout life. IBJJF & CBJJ certified black belt sixth-degree Instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr.: teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. A five-time Brazilian National Champion; International World Masters Champion and IBJJF World Masters Champion. Accept no Iimitations! Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Rd., Williston. Info: 598-2839, julio@ bjjusa.com, vermontbjj.com.
meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Taught by qualified meditation instructors at the Burlington Shambhala Meditation Center: Wed., 6-7 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-noon. Free and open to anyone. Free public meditation weeknights 6-7 p.m.; Tue. and Thu. noon-1 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-noon. Classes and retreats also offered. See our website at burlington.shambhala.org. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 658-6795. SOURCE OF MAHAMUDRA SEMINAR: The Buddha taught that all sentient beings without exception possess enlightened nature. Nowhere is this crucial teaching more clearly and beautifully laid out than in the Mahayana Uttaratantra Shastra. In this weekend retreat, Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche, a modern Tibetan Buddhist master, will give in-depth, accessible teachings on the first chapters of this text. Sat. & Sun., Sep. 1 & 2, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $100/day incl. full program & hot vegetarian lunch w/ gluten-free & dairy-free options. Location: Pema Osel do Ngakj Choling, 322 Eastman Cross Rd., Vershire. Info: Mangala Shri Bhuti, mangalashribhuti. org/source-mahamudra.
psychology A JUNGIAN PERSPECTIVE ON WOMEN’S HEALTH AND WHOLENESS: Jung’s brand of psychology is especially popular with women, and many Jungian analysts are women. In this course, we read nine books written by women analysts focused on how Jung’s psychology addresses the lives of women and their challenges. All of the books for the course are provided to participants. This course offers 18 CEUs to therapists. Led by Sue
Mehrtens. Aug. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4 & May 2. Cost: $90/person. Location: Jungian Center for the Spiritual Sciences, 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909.
PSYCHOLOGY AND MYTHOLOGY: Discover some of the myths you are living in this Jung-oriented workshop. Discussions include how myths can provide insights into psychopathologies. This course offers 8 CEUs to therapists. Led by Sue Mehrtens, author and teacher. Sep. 5, 12, 19 & 26; 7-9 p.m. Cost: $60/person. Location: Jungian Center for the Spiritual Sciences, 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909.
spirituality THE TAO OF ELVIS AND THE TAO OF JUNG: Learn about key themes in Chinese history, along with how Taoist wisdom can show up in our lives through the lenses of the lives of Carl Jung and Elvis â??yes, THAT Elvis! Readings include the Tao Te Ching, The Tao of Jung and The Tao of Elvis. Led by Sue Mehrtens. The Tao Te Ching is available online; The Tao of Jung is available (for a discount) at Bridgeside Books, Waterbury. The Tao of Elvis will be lent in class. Sep. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6 & Dec. 4; 7-9 p.m. Cost: $60/Jungian Center for the Spiritual Sciences. Location: 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909.
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BEGINNER TAI CHI IN MONTPELIER: We practice Cheng Man-ch’ing’s “simplified” 37-posture Yang-style form. The course will be taught by Patrick Cavanaugh, longtime student and assistant to Wolfe Lowenthal, student of Cheng Man-ching and founder of Long River Tai Chi Circle. Patrick is a senior instructor at LRTTC in Vermont and New Hampshire. Starts Tue., Sep. 4, 7-8 p.m. Cost: $65/mo. Location: Bethany Church, 115 Main St., Montpelier. Info: Long River Tai Chi Circle, Patrick Cavanaugh, 490-6405, patrick@longrivertaichi.org, longrivertaichi.org.
EVOLUTION YOGA: Practice yoga in a down-to-earth atmosphere with some of the most experienced teachers and therapeutic professionals in Burlington. New this summer: Yoga on the Lake, 7-8 a.m., four days per week; and Yoga on the Deck overlooking the lake, Tue. and Thu., 7:15-8:15 p.m. All lake classes are at the Community Sailing Center. Daily drop-in classes including $5 community classes, Yoga Wall and Yoga Therapeutics classes led by physical therapists. Dive deeper into your practice or register for our Yoga Teacher Training for Healthcare Providers. $5-$15/ class; $140/10-class card; $5-10/ community class. Location: Evolution Yoga, 20 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: 864-9642, evolutionvt.com.
SNAKE-STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill. Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: Bao Tak Fai Tai Chi Institute, 100 Church St., Burlington. Info: 363-6890, snake-style.com.
well-being TAKE THE FIRST STEP: A LABYRINTH WORKSHOP: N.H.-based Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator and Friend of Milarepa Center, Susie Leiper, will lead the workshop that includes a brief history of labyrinths and an overview of various styles. Participants will learn the basics of drawing a labyrinth. Weather permitting, the group will construct and walk a temporary outdoor labyrinth. Preregistration required. Sat., Sep. 22, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. $35-50 suggested slidingscale donation. Incl. full program & delicious vegetarian lunch!. Location: Milarepa Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center, 1344 Route 5, Barnet. Info: 633-4136, milarepa@milarepacenter.org.
HONEST YOGA: Honest yoga offers heated yoga for all levels. We hold yoga teacher trainings at the 200- and 500-hour levels, as well as children and dance teacher courses. (YTT includes FREE unlimited membership) Yoga and dance classes for ages 2 and up in our two beautiful practice spaces! Your children can practice in one room while you practice in the other. No need for childcare. Brand-new beginners’ course: This includes two specialty classes per week for four weeks plus unlimited access to all classes. We have daily heated and alignment classes, and kids classes in yoga and dance. Check out our website for dance classes and yoga Summer Camps. Daily classes & workshops. $50/new student (1 mo. unlimited); $18/ class; $145/10-class card; or $110/10-class punch student/ senior/military card; $135/mo. adult memberships; $99/mo. kid memberships. Location: Honest Yoga Center, 150 Dorset St., Blue Mall, next to Eco Bean, South Burlington. Info: 497-0136, honestyogastudio@gmail.com, honestyogacenter.com. SANGHA STUDIO | NONPROFIT, DONATION-BASED YOGA: Sangha Studio builds an empowered community through the shared practice of yoga. Free yoga service initiatives and outreach programs are offered at 17 local organizations working with all ages. Join Sangha in both downtown Burlington and the Old North End for one of their roughly 60 weekly classes and workshops. Become a Sustaining Member for $60/month and practice as often as you like! Daily. Location: Sangha Studio, 120 Pine St. and 237 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 448-4262. Info@sanghastudio.org.
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Hip-hop label Equal Eyes Records makes an imprint in Burlington
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grew a working friendship — and, perhaps inevitably, a mutual frustration with rappers taking forever to finish projects. Once they decided to work together on a beat tape, the idea of founding a label was not far behind. “It just made sense,” recalls Rico James, aka Eric McEdward, 32. “I’ve met a lot of really good people who make great, honest music.” “Yeah, I think Rico had been cultivating the idea for a while,” adds ILLu. “We both felt like that tape was the best chance to finally give it a shot.”
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That proved to be a good call. Since the March release of Waiting for Rappers, Equal Eyes has been a consistent operation, delivering a new project every month. Maintaining that schedule demands a lot of planning and work, and from the beginning the duo has drawn on its local network. First up was rapper/ singer/producer Teece Luvv, whose gloriously offkilter Semantics served as the label’s second LP. “The scene is tight-knit, so I’d known these guys for years,” says Teece Luvv. “It was easy to work with them, and they really do the work. I sent them the tracks, and
they did the rest.” He also praises their professionalism and payment system. All in all, Teece Luvv calls the collaboration “a perfect opportunity.” Already, Equal Eyes Records was carving out a broad lane. The smoky, experimental vibes of Semantics were a sharp contrast to the soul-chop, boom-bap aesthetics of Waiting for Rappers. The label’s sound only continued to diversify. Up next were two consecutive curveballs: the dark, electro-throwback sound of Agent Elsewhere’s instrumental album Great Extinction; and the imprint’s first rap album, Textbook, which featured Question the Emcee over a potent batch of ILLu beats. “Equal Eyes represents the [Vermont hip-hop] culture, and I am proud to be a part of it,” says Question the Emcee, aka Josef Lavanway. Rico James and ILLu have built their label quietly. Equal Eyes Records is a humble operation in every sense, operating out of two home studios and running on constant brainstorming sessions. In person, the cofounders are earnest, unassuming young men who love to talk shop. “I grew up at a time when Rhymesayers, Stones Throw and Rawkus Records were running the underground hip-hop scene,” ILLu reflects. “I have definitely tried to understand their marketing, distribution and overall creative schemes.” FLOW CHART
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concert series, the Nightshade Kitchen, has a new home and sponsorship: Burlington’s North End Studios and Foam Brewers, respectively. If you’re unfamiliar with these shows, the 24-year-old impresario previously hosted community gatherings in his freakin’ Old North End living room, offering attendees a home-cooked meal and a concert. Now, hungry listeners won’t have to cram into the R&B singersongwriter’s apartment. Galileo first expanded upon his cozyAF shows in 2017 with the Nightshade Festival, a daylong outdoor shindig at
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This weekend, the Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival kicks off in various locations all over the quaint Addison County town. The festival, which spans Thursday through Sunday, August 23 through 26, draws filmmakers from around the world, many presenting their films for the first time. And on Sunday, August 26, a select group from the VERMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is set to perform a new work from composer MATT LAROCCA as a live film score. The musicians will accompany a short vignette from director ROBIN STARBUCK’s forthcoming documentary How We See Water. Following the film fest, the VSO will take LaRocca’s composition on the road with its Made in Vermont Statewide Tour to several locations around the Green Mountains in September and October. LaRocca tells Seven Days that the process for creating his contribution to
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Tribute shows: We can’t seem to get enough of ’em … for now. But that could change. There’s only so much rehashing of old movies, TV shows and music that we, as a society, can handle. Nostalgia burnout is likely to set in at some point in the next few years. All trends fade, after all. You’ve been warned. (God, this column wasn’t supposed to start out on such a severe note. Oh, well.) While it seems like the same bands and artists get the tribute treatment over and over again, an upcoming performance caught my eye this week featuring a super-cool, underrated artist. Simply dubbed “The HURDY GURDY MEN Play DONOVAN,” the show pays homage to the wildly underrated “Mellow Yellow” singer on Tuesday, August 28, at the Light Club Lamp Shop in Burlington. And who are the Hurdy Gurdy Men, you wonder? It’s Burlington royals SEAN TOOHEY (the NANCY DRUIDS, ENVY) and KIRK FLANAGAN (HAPPY SPANGLER, BARBACOA). Along with special guests MIKU (MIKU DAZA), BILL MULLINS (BARBACOA), JEREMY FREDERICK (SWALE), PHINN SONIN, MICHAEL BRADSHAW (HAPPY SPANGLER) and JEFF BARON (the ESSEX GREEN), the group plans to play hits as well as surprises. That means we’ll likely hear the classics such as “Sunshine Superman,” “Jennifer Juniper” and, duh, “Hurdy Gurdy Man.” But will we also hear some tunes from the Scottish bard’s 21st-century catalog? Did you even know that Donovan has
been more or less consistently putting out albums since his heyday in the 1960s? I didn’t. Additionally, both Happy Spangler and the Nancy Druids have their own shows this week. The former hits up Burlington’s Skinny Pancake on Friday, August 24, while the latter takes the stage on Saturday, August 25, at the Monkey House in Winooski. (Disclosure: Bradshaw and Baron are Seven Days employees.)
the collaborative presentation has been long and drawn out. “The first thing I did was watched a lot of [Starbuck’s] films to try to get a sense of her style,” he says by phone. “I sent her some of my music so she could listen to who I [am] as a composer. We just tried to get a feel for each other.” The limitations between the English language and how it’s used to describe music itself was one of the project’s main challenges. “I can’t make a MIDI mockup of what [the finished product] will sound like,” says LaRocca, noting that there’s also no way to accurately describe with words the precise sound of a tension mallet on timpani or an oboe’s eerie, duophonic tones. “That was one of the biggest difficulties.” And, of course, there’s the issue of cohesion between picture and music. “[Starbuck’s] style needs a specific sound-world,” he explains. “I can’t go be JOHN WILLIAMS or MICHAEL GIACCHINO, because it would be a complete mismatch.” The screening, which takes place at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Center for the Arts, will feature a smaller selection of musicians, whereas the VSO’s upcoming tour will showcase the full orchestra. Oh, and one more music-related thing about the film festival: Backwoods singer-songwriter BOW THAYER plays the annual Saturday Night Party at Middlebury’s American Flatbread.
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ARTSRIOT: Poetry Riot, 6 p.m., free.
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burlington
HALF LOUNGE: DJ Craig Mitchell (house), 10 p.m., free. JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free. JUNIPER: Daniel Ian Smith and a Collective Directive (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Cody Sargent Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Irish Sessions (traditional), 7 p.m., free. The Dream Eaters (dreampop), 9:30 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Lee Ross (funk), 8 p.m., free/$5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: Styles Dangerfield (soul, folk), 7 p.m., free. Ruthless Moon (folk, country), 8:30 p.m., free. The Thursday Torys (future-folk), 10 p.m., free. Gnosis (avant-garde, jazz), 11:30 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: Roughhead Blenny (rock), 7 p.m., free. DJ Cre8 (open format), 11 p.m., free. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB & WHISKEY ROOM: Gypsy Reel (traditional Irish), 7:30 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Hotel Karaoke, 9 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Pappy (Americana), 7 p.m., free. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Prelims, 7 p.m., $8. Standup Class Show, 8:30 p.m., $8.
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CITY SPORTS GRILLE: Interactive Video Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7:30 p.m., free.
JERICHO CAFÉ & TAVERN: Bluegrass Session, 7 p.m., free. THE OLD POST: Karaoke with D Jay Baron, 8 p.m., free. STONE CORRAL BREWERY: Open Mic Night, 7:30 p.m., free.
barre/montpelier
BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Pam and Dan (folk), 6 p.m., free. CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: All Request Video, 9 p.m., free. SWEET MELISSA’S: D. Davis (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., donation. Umlaut (krautrock), 8 p.m., free.
stowe/smuggs
IDLETYME BREWING COMPANY: The Idletyme Band (blues, rock), 8 p.m., free. MOOGS PLACE: Jim Charanko (Americana), 7:30 p.m., free.
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mad river valley/ waterbury ZENBARN: Zach Nugent’s Acoustic Dead (Grateful Dead tribute), 7 p.m., free.
CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.
Royal Family Six-piece ensemble
NIKITA create a velvety sound they
call “purple soul.” You already have an inkling of what that might sound like, don’t you? That’s probably because associations with the color purple — wealth, power,
BAYSIDE PAVILION: The Starline Rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 6 p.m., free.
magic and decadence — are ingrained in our collective consciousness. But if you
NORTH HERO HOUSE INN & RESTAURANT: Chris and Erica (rock, pop), 5:30 p.m., free.
with funky accents. It combines the balmy warmth of alt-soul acts like Unknown
northeast kingdom
three times this weekend: Friday, August 24, at the Monkey House in Winooski;
PARKER PIE CO.: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.
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need it spelled out, the Connecticut-based group makes groovy pop-soul music Mortal Orchestra with the classic pop structures of Hall & Oates. Nikita perform Saturday, August 25, at Foam Brewers in Burlington; and Sunday, August 26, at Radio Bean in Burlington. ROSEMARY MINKLER opens on Friday and Saturday.
MONOPOLE: Open Mic with Lucid, 10 p.m., free.
NECTAR’S: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., free. STAX: A Tribute to Booker T. & the M.G.’s, 9 p.m., free. RADIO BEAN: Friday Morning Sing-Along with Linda Bassick & Friends (kids’ music), 11 a.m., free. Happy Hour with DJ Ryan Kick (eclectic), 4 p.m., free. Hailey Ward (indie pop), 7 p.m., free. Sophie Ward (singersongwriter), 8:30 p.m., free. Good Morning Gils (rock), 10 p.m., $5. DIGGS (hip-hop, funk), 11:30 p.m., $5. RED SQUARE: Wild Parsnips (bluegrass), 4 p.m., free. The Tricksters (rock), 7 p.m., free. DJ Craig Mitchell (open format), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ KermiTT (eclectic), 10 p.m., free.
THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Video Game Night, 7 p.m., free.
SIDEBAR: Ian Steinberg (singersongwriter), 7 p.m., free. DJ Cre8 (open format), 10 p.m., free.
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THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Miku Daza, Happy Spangler (punk, ska), 8:30 p.m., free.
ARTSRIOT: The Regressions, (classic covers), 7:30 p.m., $15.
VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: DeAnne Smith, Ahamed Weinberg (standup), 7:30 & 9:30 p.m., $20/27.
burlington
DELI 126: Aaron Lucci Quintet (jazz), 9:30 p.m., free.
chittenden county
DRINK: Downstairs Comedy Open Mic, 8 p.m., free.
BACKSTAGE PUB & RESTAURANT: Karaoke with Jenny Red, 9 p.m., free.
FINNIGAN’S PUB: DJ Craig Mitchell (open format), 10 p.m., free.
HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Sweet Crude, Near North (indie pop), 8 p.m., $10/12.
HALF LOUNGE: DJ SVPPLY & Bankz (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.
JERICHO CAFÉ & TAVERN: Sean Greenwood (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free.
JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free. LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: George Petit Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free.
MONKEY HOUSE: Nikita, Rosemary Minkler (funk, soul), 9 p.m., $5/10. 18+.
LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Randal Pierce (jazz), 7 p.m., free. Shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8:30 p.m., $5-10. NECTAR’S: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free. The Melting Nomads (jam), 9 p.m., free/$5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: Pam and Dan (folk), 5:30 p.m., free. Charlie McKenna (singer-songwriter, experimental), 7 p.m., free. Charles Corley (folk, soul), 8:30 p.m., free. Greg Farley (rock), 10:30 p.m., free. The Wilderness (indie rock), midnight, free. RED SQUARE: The Brevity Thing (rock, folk), 7 p.m., free. D Jay Baron (mashup, hip-hop), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Cre8 (open format), 10 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Nico Suave (soul, funk), 9 p.m., $3.
THE OLD POST: Duroc (’80s covers), 9 p.m., free.
MONKEY HOUSE: Electric Halo: Music of the Spheres with special guest DJ Transplante (ambient), 8 p.m., $3/8. 18+. ON TAP BAR & GRILL: The House Rockers (rock), 7 p.m., free. STONE CORRAL BREWERY: Natural High Jumble (jazz-rock), 7 p.m., free.
barre/montpelier SWEET MELISSA’S: Wes Hamilton (Americana), 6 p.m., free. Thomas Gunn (singersongwriter), 8 p.m., free.
THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Band of the Land (folk, reggae), 8 p.m., free.
THREE PENNY TAPROOM: Yestrogen (pop-rock), 8 p.m., free.
VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Prelims, 7 p.m., $8. Mix Tape (musically inspired improv), 9 p.m., $5.
WHAMMY BAR: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free.
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BACKSTAGE PUB & RESTAURANT: Trivia, 9:30 p.m., free.
ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Fender Benders (rock), 5 p.m., free. Strange Purple Jelly (jam), 9 p.m., free.
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MOOGS PLACE: Open Mic with Allen Church, 8:30 p.m., free.
mad river valley/ waterbury LOCALFOLK SMOKEHOUSE: Open Mic with Alex Budney, 8:30 p.m., free.
middlebury area
CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: Bike Night with Mike Brinkman (rock), 6:30 p.m., free. OTTER CREEK BREWING CO./ THE SHED BREWERY: Sarah King (acoustic rock, blues), 5 p.m., free.
champlain islands/northwest TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB: Chris and Erica (rock, pop), 7 p.m., free.
northeast kingdom HIGHLAND LODGE: Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m., free. PARKER PIE CO.: Dana and Sue Robinson (folk), 7:30 p.m., free.
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OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Karaoke with DJ Jon Berry & DJ Coco, 9 p.m., free.
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ARTSRIOT: Kingfisher (Americana, roots-rock), 9 p.m., free. BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: Tiffany Pfeiffer (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. CLUB METRONOME: Green Mountain Cabaret Presents Shake It Till You Make It: 2nd Annual Newcomers Showcase (burlesque), 9 p.m., $15-30. FOAM BREWERS: J Bengoy, Fever Dolls, Hypoluxo (indie rock), 8 p.m., free. HALF LOUNGE: JFEAR and Chromatic (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free. JUNIPER: Eric George (folk), 9 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Sleazy Breezy (jazz-funk), 9 p.m., $5. DJ Taka (eclectic vinyl), 11 p.m., $5. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Blanchface (house, hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.
STONE CORRAL BREWERY: Red Hot Juba (blues, country), 7 p.m., free.
barre/montpelier
CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Hannah Fair (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m., free. Papas Porch (bluegrass), 9 p.m., free. ESPRESSO BUENO: Thomas Gunn (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., free. Bueno Comedy Showcase (standup), 8:30 p.m., free. GUSTO’S: Elizabeth Renaud (singer-songwriter), 5 p.m., free. Supernatural (classic pop and rock), 9 p.m., $5. SWEET MELISSA’S: Honky Tonk Happy Hour with Mark LeGrand, 5:30 p.m., free. Pariah Beat (Americana), 9:30 p.m., $5. WHAMMY BAR: VT Bluegrass Pioneers, 7 p.m., free.
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EL TORO: Rebecca Padula (Americana), 7 p.m., free. MOOGS PLACE: Gary Wade (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., free. FRI.24
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Red Barn Gardens in Williston. The festival returned bigger and better in 2018. And just as the expansion has allowed performances to shift from mostly solo acts to full bands, so will the move to North End Studios. Galileo notes that the relocation may also attract “guest chefs who are acquainted with pop-up-style service.” The new era of the Nightshade Kitchen kicks off on Thursday, August 23, with Boston-based Americana outfit RUTHLESS MOON and Burlington’s own busker extraordinaire ERIC GEORGE. (Speaking of George, check out KRISTEN RAVIN’s review of his new album, Two Hands, Songs of Resistance, on page 67.)
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Grab a lawn chair and join us Saturdays through September 1st from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Roaring Brook Umbrella Bar in the K-1 Base Area.
Listening In If I were a superhero, my superpower would be the ability to get songs stuck in other people’s heads. Here are five songs that have been stuck in my head this week. May they also get stuck in yours. Fol\low sevendaysvt on Spotify for weekly playlists with tunes by artists featured in the music section. SOHN, “Conrad” JANET JACKSON, “Trust a Try” DRIVE-IN, “Nosedive” CARLY RAE JEPSEN, “LA Hallucinations” SAM., “DRIP”
own PADDY REAGAN). And Vermont comedian expat ANNIE RUSSELL brings her showcases Cringe! and No Chill to serve up all of the chuckles and giggles you can handle, and probably some that you can’t. Visit wakingwindows.com for the full initial lineup.
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Finally, this Saturday, August 25, is the fifth annual A_Dog Day in Burlington. The daylong, multifaceted event celebrates the late, great local DJ, skateboarder and artist ANDY “A_DOG” WILLIAMS. Be sure to head over to the Seven Days arts blog, Live Culture, for the lowdown.
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Last week, Waking Windows finally announced the lineup for its twoday festival in Portland, Maine. The speculation machine can finally be put to rest, as the majority of artists have now been announced. Though not as massive as the production company’s three-day, Winooski fest in May, the Portland iteration’s roster is just as cool. Most notable of the headlining performers is MIHO HATORI. The Japanese artist is perhaps best known for her work with YUKA HONDA in trip-hop duo CIBO MATTO. Hatori just released an EP, Amazon to LeFrak, which she put out under the name NEW OPTIMISM. Of course, a few distinguished Vermont artists and expats pepper the bill, including RYAN POWER, JULIA CAESAR, EASTERN MOUNTAIN TIME and PAPER CASTLES (which features Waking Windows’
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TRES AMIGOS & RUSTY NAIL STAGE: Rumpke Mountain Boys (bluegrass, psychedelic), 8:30 p.m., $8/12.
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TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB: John Smyth and Jenn (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free.
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THE PUBLIC HOUSE: Kind Bud’s Kind Dubs (acoustic), 7 p.m., free.
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MONOPOLE: The Bayrats, the Mountain Says No (funk-rock), 10 p.m., free.
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Wise Up In a 2017 performance, queer standup comedian
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straight men: “As much as you’re going down on your lady right now: double it, triple it. You’re welcome.” Perpetually clad in a bow tie, the Canadian American joke slinger is known for their stinging jabs at lesbian culture, deconstructing the hilarity of gender stereotypes and spoiling their pet Chihuahua with dog treats made from bull penis. Smith also hosts the podcast Questionable at Best, in which the comedian and a guest dig into a single question. Smith performs two sets each on Friday and Saturday, August 24 and 25, at the Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington. AHAMED WEINBERG adds support.
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THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Fred Haas Organ Jam (jazz), 7 p.m., free.
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THE DOUBLE E LOUNGE AT ESSEX CINEMAS & T-REX THEATER: Steph Pappas Experience (Americana), 7 p.m., free.
CLUB METRONOME: A_Dog Day Five Year Celebration (hip-hop), 8 p.m., $20.
HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Circles Around the Sun (rock), 9 p.m., $20.
DELI 126: Warm Water (jazz, soul), 9 p.m., free.
JERICHO CAFÉ & TAVERN: Gneiss (rock), 7 p.m., free.
FOAM BREWERS: Nikita, Rosemary Minkler (funk, soul), 9 p.m., free.
MONKEY HOUSE: The Nancy Druids, Carraway, the Atlantic Effect (rock), 8:30 p.m., $5/10. 18+.
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NECTAR’S: A_Dog Day Five Year Celebration (hip-hop), 8 p.m., $20. RADIO BEAN: Grant Swift Gidden (psych-folk, rock), 7 p.m., free. Bandits on the Run (rock, Americana), 8:30 p.m., free. Vinegar Mother, Jak Lizard, CAMPO (psychedelic), 10 p.m., $5.
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BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: Paul Asbell (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.
HALF LOUNGE: OD3 and Friends (house), 10 p.m., free.
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RED SQUARE: Dave Grippo’s Funktet (funk), 7 p.m., free. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Raul (salsa, reggaeton), 6 p.m., free. DJ Reign One (open format), 11 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Helen Hummel (singersongwriter), 7 p.m., free. DJ Two Rivers (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.
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THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Zack DuPont and Matt Deluca (folk), 7:30 p.m., free.
ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Mackenzie & Missisquoi (rock), 5 p.m., free. NightHawk (rock), 9 p.m., free.
barre/montpelier
BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Irish Session, 2 p.m., donation. Ourselves Alone (acoustic), 6 p.m., free. CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Clever Girls, Belly Up, Sleeping In (rock), 9 p.m., free. GUSTO’S: DJ LaFountaine (open format), 9:30 p.m., free. MINGLE NIGHTCLUB: The Johnny Cash Tribute Show, 7:30 p.m., $20. THE QUARRY KITCHEN + SPIRITS: Cooie Sings (Americana), 6:30 p.m., free. SWEET MELISSA’S: Bruce Jones (signer-songwriter), 6 p.m., free. Death Pesos (rock), 9 p.m., $5.
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SMITTY’S PUB: Pam McCoy (rock), 8 p.m., free.
EL TORO: Abby Sherman (Americana), 7 p.m., free.
VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: DeAnne Smith, Ahamed Weinberg (standup), 7:30 & 9:30 p.m., $20/27.
MOOGS PLACE: Dead Sessions Lite (Grateful Dead tribute), 10 p.m., $5-10.
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ZENBARN: Mal Maiz (cumbia, Afro-Caribbean), 9 p.m., $6.50.
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AMERICAN FLATBREAD MIDDLEBURY HEARTH: Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival Party with Bow Thayer (folk), 9:30 p.m., $15. CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: DJ Earl (open format), 9:30 p.m., free.
champlain islands/ northwest NORTH HERO HOUSE INN & RESTAURANT: Roy & the Wrecks (rock, country), 5:30 p.m., free.
TWIGGS — AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB: Robin Gottfried Band (rock), 7 p.m., free.
upper valley
THE ENGINE ROOM: Karaoke Night, 8 p.m., free.
outside vermont
MONOPOLE: Adrian Aardvark (psychedelic grunge-folk), 8 p.m., free. NAKED TURTLE: Hammer Down (rock), 10 p.m., free.
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HALF LOUNGE: STRYTLLR (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Game Night, 7 p.m., free.
RADIO BEAN: JC Sutton & Sons (bluegrass), 1 p.m., free. Traditional Pub Sing-Along, 3:30 p.m., free. Old Sky and Friends (Americana), 6 p.m., free. Cup of Comedy: A Standup Showcase, 9 p.m., free. Nikita (funk, soul), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: John Lackard Blues Band, 7 p.m., free. DJ Max Jade (open format), 11 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Bluegrass Brunch, noon, free. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Thelma Forbanks (standup), 7:30 p.m., $5. Character Flaws: Sketch Comedy Open Mic, 8 p.m., free.
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MISERY LOVES CO.: Disco Brunch with DJ Craig Mitchell, 11 a.m., free. MONKEY HOUSE: All Talk, the Thursday Torys, Illiterate Light (indie), 8:30 p.m., $3/8. 18+.
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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Southern Old Time Music Jam (traditional), 10 a.m., free. SWEET MELISSA’S: Lilly Smith (singer-songwriter), 6 p.m., free. Live Band Karaoke, 8 p.m., donation.
middlebury area
ROUGH CUT: Kelly Ravin (country), 5 p.m., free.
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BABES BAR: Darryl Booth (singersongwriter), 3 p.m., free.
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Who are the Dead Shakers? Depending on the day, they might be a multitude of talented folks culled from Burlington’s pan-genre music scene. Other times, the Dead Shakers might only be analog tape enthusiast Kevin Bloom — the amorphous project’s primary songwriter, vocalist and mad scientist — playing solo. All Circles Vanish, Bloom’s first album under the Dead Shakers name, is the former incarnation and features a cavalcade of Burlington talent: cellist Lauren Costello, Dwight & Nicole drummer Ezra Oklan, Gnomedad saxophonist Dan Rome, Madaila guitarist Walker Allen, State Radio bassist Chuck Fay — the list goes on. To label the music contained within the album’s 11 tracks “psychedelic” is accurate and convenient, but also modest in terms of the wide stylistic breadth covered. Indeed, Bloom and co. revel
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social and political unrest is George’s for the taking. He dives right into the task in “Two Hands,” the first of the album’s seven topical songs written, recorded and produced by George. Here he pleads for fellow humans to be accountable for how they treat the planet and the people on it: “Through moments of hopelessness as the road bends / You’ve got one hand to hold on, the other one to lend.” Though the subject matter is heavy on this collection, the music varies from George’s typical Americana fare to rock to smooth jazz to toe-tapping tunes that belie lyrical themes of death, danger and destruction. Certain descriptors tend to crop up in press coverage about the leader of Radio Bean’s Honky Tonk Tuesdays house band, Ponyhustle — namely folk, country and Delta blues. Turns out, George can do grunge, too. “Water When You Wake” opens with an acoustic guitar riff that calls to mind
Nirvana’s “About a Girl.” George’s casual drumming and eerie fiddle playing give this song an ominous feel. The Sharon, Mass., native is prolific — this is his fifth release since 2015, not counting a 2018 poetry collection. He’s also multitalented, playing guitar, upright bass, harmonica, fiddle, mandolin and drums. Cellist Monique Citro, drummer Dan Fancher and vocalist Megan Rice help carry the load. In “Trouble Out of My Field,” George sings in his raspy croon, “And so my friends, the problem is plain / The NEXT WEEK politicians and the cops and the banks are the same / It’s like one big company store / If we want our bread, we’ve got to kick in the door.” With this album, George makes it clear that he’s not going to accept gentrification, racism, police brutality or other injustices without a fight, and he’s inviting others to lend a hand. Two Hands, Songs of Resistance will be available at ericgeorge.bandcamp.com on Thursday, August 23. Eric George plays on Wednesday, August 22, at the Daily Planet in Burlington and on Thursday, August 23, at North End Studios in Burlington.
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August 23 is the birth date of the late songwriter and activist Malvina Reynolds, born in 1900. Reynolds penned popular protest songs “Little Boxes” and “What Have They Done to the Rain,” among others, that tackled topics such as suburban conformity and nuclear fallout. August 23 is also the birth date of Burlington bard Eric George and the release date of his latest album, Two Hands, Songs of Resistance. Like Reynolds, George documents the social and political issues of his day through song. For a songwriter who’s been channeling activist-musicians such as Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie throughout his musical career, this current time of
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in swirling, effects-laden tones and digressions into textured, otherworldly freak-outs. But some tunes, when stripped to their essence, could be classified as slacker rock, country, trip-hop and/or avant-garde. Bloom and his associates — in the recording booth and behind the mixer — approach and fuse these disparate styles with heady panache, resulting in a hallucinatory odyssey. Fittingly, the Dead Shakers’ debut begins with a dirge. “A nuclear war’s comin’,” warns Bloom in drawn-out, monotone syllables on “Accidental Graveyard.” Right from the get-go, he’s bleak and starkly cynical, manifesting his anxieties both verbally and musically. His vocals align with the track’s droning instrumentals. Moving into “Medfield,” a punchy rock number that evolves into a twang-filled, double-time hootenanny, Bloom continues his dour streak. “Not that much is kicking in Medfield,” he notes, referring to the infamous former psychiatric facility in Massachusetts. He abstractly relates the hospital’s many “ghosts” to the horrific
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HALF LOUNGE: Four-D (eclectic), 10 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Lamp Shop Lit Club (open reading), 8 p.m., free. Dave Richardson (folk), 9:30 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Wild Leek River (country, rock), 8:30 p.m., free/$5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: Nathan Michaud (acoustic), 7 p.m., free. Blue Water (blues, Americana), 8:30 p.m., free. Robert Kuhn (world folk, rock), 10:30 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: DJ KermiTT (eclectic), 7 p.m., free. DJ SVPPLY (hip-hop), 11 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free. Family Night (open jam), 9 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Comedy & Crêpes (standup), 8 p.m., free.
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MONKEY HOUSE: Erin CasselsBrown (indie folk), 6 p.m., free. Motown Mondays (Motown DJs), 8 p.m., free.
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FOAM BREWERS: Local Dork (eclectic vinyl), 6 p.m., free. HALF LOUNGE: Moochie (eclectic), 10 p.m., free. LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Stephen Callahan Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free. The Hurdy Gurdy Men Play Donovan, 9:30 p.m., free.
LINCOLNS: Laugh Shack (standup), 8:30 p.m., $5.
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THE SPOT ON THE DOCK: DJ Disco Phantom (eclectic dance), 5 p.m., free.
MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Sean Kehoe (singer-songwriter), 9:30 p.m., free.
VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free. Indie Rumble (improv), 8:30 p.m., $5.
NECTAR’S: Tuesday Bluesday Blues Jam with Collin Craig and Friends, 6 p.m., free. Dead Set (Grateful Dead tribute), 9 p.m., $5.
chittenden county CITY SPORTS GRILLE: Interactive Video Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7:30 p.m., free.
RADIO BEAN: Open Mic with Eric George, 7 p.m., free. Honky Tonk Tuesday with Ponyhustle, 10 p.m., $5.
THE OLD POST: Karaoke with D Jay Baron, 8 p.m., free.
RED SQUARE: Four-D (house, hip-hop), 7 p.m., free. DJ A-RA$ (open format), 10 p.m., free.
barre/montpelier
CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: All Request Video, 9 p.m., free.
SIDEBAR: Ron Stoppable (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.
SWEET MELISSA’S: D. Davis (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., donation.
THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Ukulele Kids with Joe Baird (sing-along), 9:30 a.m., free.
chittenden county MONKEY HOUSE: The Full Cleveland (yacht rock), 9 p.m., free.
ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Trivia with Top Hat Entertainment, 7 p.m., free. WATERWORKS FOOD + DRINK: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.
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Be Our Guest Always concerned with sonic experimentation and
compositional exploration, Sima Cunningham and Macie Stewart — aka the indie-
rock duo OHMME — make sharp, bewildering music. Far afield from pop, their raw and ragged grungy tunes are catchy and memorable nonetheless. The pair has dabbled in a number of influential Chicago-based projects: Twin Peaks, Chance the Rapper and Tweedy, to name a few. Perhaps it’s the unpredictable way the two
BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Latin Dance Party, 7 p.m., free.
classically trained musicians approach their own idiosyncratic brand of rock that
CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Karaoke with DJ Vociferous, 9:30 p.m., free.
29, at ArtsRiot in Burlington. RENATA ZEIGUER and locals JULIA CAESAR open.
SWEET MELISSA’S: Blue Fox’s Open Mic, 7 p.m., free.
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EL TORO: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free. MOOGS PLACE: Chris Lyon (solo acoustic, Americana), 6 p.m., free.
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HATCH 31: Erin Cassels-Brown (indie folk), 6 p.m., free. Kelly Ravin and Lowell Thompson (country), 7 p.m., free.
Flow Chart « P.62 In addition to studying their national predecessors, the duo is quick to credit the hard work of elders in the local scene. “Mister Burns let me pick his brain every time we’d connect,” ILLu says. “And I’ve asked SkySplitterInk thousands of questions by now.” Rico James adds: “Es-K has definitely taught me a lot, and DJ Kanga always supported us.” Another key influence is Scottie Raymond, one of the founders of local street art/graffiti crew Anthill Collective, where his official title is “original prankster.” Raymond also organizes the monthly 3rd Thursdays showcase, a long-running
makes them so appealing to other artists. Check out Ohmme on Wednesday, August
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JP’S PUB: Karaoke, 10 p.m., free.
THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.
JUNIPER: Marty Fogel Quartet (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.
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LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Irish Sessions (traditional), 7 p.m., free. Roan Yellowthorn (singersongwriter), 9:30 p.m., free.
ARTSRIOT: Ohmme, Renata Zeiguer, Julia Caesar (indie), 8:30 p.m., $8/10.
MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free.
HALF LOUNGE: AQUG (bass music), 10 p.m., free.
NECTAR’S: Aaron Kamm and the One Drops (reggae, blues), 9 p.m., free/$5. 18+.
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hip-hop series at the Monkey House in Winooski. Recently sponsored by Switchback Brewing, the series has been a home for locals and a magnet for out-of-state headliners. “Every time [Raymond] was setting up,” ILLu recalls, “I was following him around asking questions. He has a lot of experience getting things done.” The 3rd Thursdays events have been the epicenter of Burlington hip-hop’s recent explosion, networking existing artists and inspiring young hip-hop heads to become artists themselves. Thanks to the highly visible success of acts such as Jarv, 99 Neighbors and Jibba the Gent, new crews are spreading like wildfire these days. Still, the Equal Eyes team remains
LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Paul Asbell Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free.
RADIO BEAN: Kris Gruen (indie folk), 7 p.m., free. Alex Figura (singer-songwriter), 8:30 p.m., free. The Blue Chips (pop, prog-rock), 10:30 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: Al’s Pals (blues, jam), 7 p.m., free. DJ Cre8 (open format), 11 p.m., free. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB & WHISKEY ROOM: Gypsy Reel (traditional Irish), 7:30 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Hotel Karaoke, 9 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Pappy (Americana), 7 p.m., free.
more focused on developing its own sound than on documenting the burgeoning scene. “Currently, we are working with the people we’re surrounded with,” Rico James explains, “but in no way are we limiting ourselves.” ILLu very much agrees. “DJs, producers, rappers, singers, artists, breakers, filmmakers: We’re looking for everything.” “Our big thing is just working with people who care about the art,” Rico James continues. “We look for character, and we look for passion.” That approach is winning the pair a lot of fans, including many of their early mentors. “I am really happy to see these guys take shit into their own hands,” says
IDLETYME BREWING COMPANY: The Idletyme Band (blues, rock), 8 p.m., free. MOOGS PLACE: Jim Charanko (Americana), 7:30 p.m., free.
mad river valley/ waterbury ZENBARN: Zach Nugent’s Acoustic Dead (Grateful Dead tribute), 7 p.m., free.
middlebury area CITY LIMITS NIGHT CLUB: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.
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BAYSIDE PAVILION: The Starline Rhythm Boys (rockabilly), 6 p.m., free. NORTH HERO HOUSE INN & RESTAURANT: Bob Gagnon Duo (jazz), 5:30 p.m., free.
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shorthand for mutation and interstitial states of being. Her other sculpture on view, “Blue,” is more than seven feet tall and sports four legs, which sproing upward into a spiral with leafy and
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n recent weeks, agrochemical giant Monsanto was dealt a major blow: The Supreme Court of California ordered the company to pay $289 million in damages in a lawsuit filed by Dewayne Johnson. The former school maintenance employee developed nonHodgkin’s lymphoma after frequent use of the Monsanto product. His doctors do not expect him to live past 2020. In many ways, the stuff of this highly publicized, controversial capitalist nightmare forms the basis of Shoreham- and Brooklyn-based artist JoAnne Carson’s career. Indeed, she writes in her artist’s statement that “the shift from ‘organic’ to ‘synthetic’ nature is a defining factor of our age” and “the knowledge that an Arcadian vision is forever in the past is the primary theme of my work.” Carson’s solo exhibition, “Hyper Flora,” on view at Rochester’s BigTown Gallery through August 25, features a keen blend of imaginary landscapes, floral portraits and futuristic studies — “at once whimsical and monstrous,” as the artist puts it. Incorporating painting, drawing and sculpture, Carson constructs a unique and delightfully garish interpretation of both present-day and future eco-scapes. That her works seem to live so comfortably in an ambiguous territory between allure and menace is a definitive part of their appeal. Given Carson’s decades-long career — crowned, perhaps, by a 2016 Guggenheim Fellowship — the nine works on display at BigTown are relatively recent. One of the earliest pieces is “Sampler,” a 2007 sculpture of fabric, fiberglass and aqua resin. Jubilantly colorful, “Sampler” rises more than five feet tall with a festive conglomeration of fabric flowers that appear to be held by, or grow from, a purplish slug with legs. Compared to Carson’s first venture into sculpture, 2001’s ice-blue, wedding-reminiscent “Bouquet,” now in the permanent collection of the Brooklyn Museum, “Sampler” is much more cartoonish. It’s a self-aware caricature with big, visible stitching and the colors and shapes of a children’s book. Carson frequently uses leggedness as
pom-pom-esque offshoots. It is Seussian, without a doubt. Carson’s drawings, two of which are included in the show, form a visual and conceptual stepping-stone between her sculptural works and the five paintings on view. The color pencil “Sunspots,” for example, presents a sculpture-like biological form: a knobby trunk that blooms into flowers, which look almost computerized. Carson uses this digital aesthetic amply in her paintings. The drawing’s titular sunspots, faint concentric rings of color, are echoed elsewhere in later paintings as both soft- and hardedged color fields. For example, in “Early Spring,” the large painting at the gallery’s entrance, the primary focal point of the busy canvas is the lower portion of a large tree trunk. One of its branches is severed, and a variety of flowers blooms at the fore of the painting. Some species, such as a pink rose, are recognizable; others are less familiar. In the righthand corner is a comic-book-esque daisy, but its petals and center are patterned with large, pixel-like squares. Dappled and wonky shading and irregular scale blur the identity of “Early Spring.” It seems to exist somewhere between landscape painting and digital collage. The sheer variety of plant life crammed into the frame suggests aggressive growth, a grow-or-die ethos that shuns monocropping and monochrome. Positioned demurely in the background is a tame topiary bush, a nod to the extensive lengths to which humans will go to control nature and its forms. Somewhat sparser in composition is “Knotty Pine,” a smaller acrylic painting whose central figure looks like the devil on a stick. Atop a brown tree, its stubby bottom branches cleanly removed, is a wild mop of red foliage/hair from which two cut branches protrude like crazed eyes. A hole in that upper canopy reads like a grinning mouth with branch-fangs. What are we to make of this insane, anthropomorphized plant? Is it a lone survivor of deforestation, hell-bent on vengeance? A benign biological deviant? With humor, fancy and fantasy,
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Carson’s visions of other worlds emerge from the conflicts and contradictions of this one. Akin to Monsanto’s profitdriven biological tinkering, she recognizes the human inclination to play God. “My work,” Carson writes, “is a salutation to the resourcefulness of living beings and my own delight in playing the role of artist/god in creating new things at which to marvel.”
The spectacle of “Hyper Flora” is certainly marvelous, if unsettling. By Carson’s measure, there is still beauty to be found in humankind’s most reckless interruptions of nature. Her world is one that accommodates both the pretty and the freakish — weeds, mutants and all. m
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park. Acimovic creates layered sound installations inspired by his study of Javanese gamelan. Cold Hollow Sculpture Park, Enosburg Falls, Saturday, August 25, 2-4 p.m. Free. Info, 512-333-2119.
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‘WATER IN THE WOOD’: An end-of-summer showcase featuring work by resident artists, performers and musicians. Due to limited parking, car reservations must be made in advance. The Sable Project, Stockbridge, Saturday, August 25, and Sunday, August 26, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $10; free for children 10 and under. Info, info@thesableproject.org.
CHARLES LYSOGORSKI: “Sculptural Landscapes,” recent paintings that use raw color, contrast and vigorous textures rendered with splintered popsicle sticks and rags. August 28-September 28. Info, eus87@myfairpoint.net. Davis Studio in South Burlington.
f GAIL SALZMAN: “New Paintings: Unknown Time & Place,” abstract oil paintings layered with texture and translucent color. Reception: Friday, August 31, 6-8 p.m. August 24-October 2. Info, 985-3848. Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne.
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ALISON WELD: “Inner Essentials,” abstract paintings by the Westport, N.Y., artist. Through October 18. Info, 355-5440. New City Galerie in Burlington.
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f JULIA JENSEN: “Meditations and Memories,” abstract landscapes by the Putney painter. Reception: Saturday, August 25, 5-7 p.m. August 25-October 2. f STEPHANIE BUSH: “Ladies in Waiting,” small- and large-scale oil portraits of Vermont cows. Reception: Saturday, August 25, 5-7 p.m. August 25-September 22. Info, 253-8943. West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park in Stowe. f ‘SOUL INSCRIBED’: Multimedia graffiti art and hip-hop music of Goddard College alumni Kiriakos “Yako 440” Prodis and Baba Israel, respectively. Closing reception: Thursday, September 13, 3-5 p.m. August 27-September 13. Info, 626-6459. Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Northern Vermont University, in Johnson.
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f ‘STEEL + WOOD’: Collaborative furniture, light-
ing and other functional works by the Underpass Cooperative, a group of makers including Ben Cheney, Jesse Cooper and Chris Eaton. Reception: Friday, September 7, 6-8 p.m. August 28-October 20. Info, 244-7801. Axel’s Gallery & Frame Shop in Waterbury.
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f ‘GROWING FOOD, GROWING FARMERS’: Large-scale photographic portraits of Rutland County farm families taken by Macaulay Lerman, accompanied by biographies and audio excerpts drawn from the fieldwork of Greg Sharrow and Andy Kolovos. Reception: Friday, September 7, 5-7 p.m. Through December 31. Info, 388-4964. Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury.
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f KEN SMITH: “Abstractions in Fabric,” a collection
of fabric compositions that explores the use of bright and contrasting colors. Reception: Saturday, August 25, 6-8 p.m. August 25-October 13. Info, rosemary.connelli@greenmtn.edu. Castleton University Bank Gallery in Rutland.
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LEGO EXHIBIT: An annual exhibit of creations made with colorful, interlocking Lego plastic pieces by area teams and individuals. August 27-31. Info, 626-6487. Quimby Gallery, Northern Vermont University-Lyndon, in Lyndonville.
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f ALLISON CLAYTON: Photographs by the North Thetford artist. Reception: Sunday, September 23, 2-4 p.m. August 29-November 3. Info, 889-9404. Tunbridge Public Library.
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ART JOURNALING: Art journaling enthusiast Billie Miles leads participants in exploring some of the many faces and forms of the creative practice. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Tuesday, August 28, 6:30-8 p.m. Info, 863-3403. ART SEED: SESSION FIVE: A community event featuring work from artists-in-residence, including
‘ART’S ALIVE FOFA WINNER’S CIRCLE’: Works by Festival of Fine Art award winners, including Kara Torres, Gav’om, Jerry Rayla, Matt Morris, Linda Dulleba and Paul McMillan. Through August 31. Info, 859-9222. SEABA Center in Burlington.
August Art Auction
Nestled in Burlington’s Soda Plant, the
S.P.A.C.E. Gallery is a South End institution dedicated to nurturing both emerging and established area artists of all stripes. Artist and curator Christy Mitchell runs the gallery and shared studio space, which this month celebrates nine years in existence. To commemorate the occasion, Mitchell has rounded up works by upwards of 45 local artists, all of whom have contributed to an auction to benefit S.P.A.C.E.’s continued programming. Final bidding and an Art Hop Pre-Party are Friday, August 24, 5 to 8:30 p.m. Through August 24. Pictured: “…a hand in things to come” by Mitchell.
performance, open studios, artist talks and readings. Marble House Project, Dorset, Saturday, August 25, 2-5 p.m. Info, info@marblehouseproject.org. ARTIST TALK: ANNIE BLAZEJACK, GEDDES LEVENSON AND SOFIA PLATER: The artists speak in conjunction with their recently opened exhibition, moderated by Fran Bull. 77 Gallery, Rutland, Wednesday, August 22, 7 p.m. Info, the77gallery@ gmail.com. ARTIST TALK: KAREN Y. CHAN & DEBO MOULOUDJI: The artists-in-residence discuss their work in a talk moderated by artist Erika Schmidt. 77 Gallery, Rutland, Wednesday, August 29, 7 p.m. Info, the77gallery@gmail.com. ARTIST-LED KNITTING CIRCLE: Artist-in-residence Amalya Meira-Goldburg leads this community knitting circle. 77 Gallery, Rutland, Thursday, August 23, 7 p.m. Info, the77gallery@gmail.com. ARTS ON THE GREEN MARKET & FESTIVAL: First annual community arts celebration featuring 30 New England artist and artisan vendors, musical performances, culinary treats, a silent auction, and children’s activities. North Common, Chelsea, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info, gwendy123@gmail.com. AUCTION ENDING AND ART HOP PRE-PARTY: Culmination of the August Art Auction, with bidding ending at 8 p.m. and a celebration of the South End Art Hop and the gallery’s part in it. The S.P.A.C.E. Gallery, Burlington, Friday, August 24, 5-8:30 p.m. Info, 578-2512. ‘BIG INK’: A community printmaking event featuring regional artists making 40-by-96-inch prints with BIG INK’s giant mobile etching press. Two Rivers Printmaking Studio, White River Junction, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info, 295-5901.
VISUAL ART IN SEVEN DAYS:
MANDALA STONE PAINTING WORKSHOP: Artist and art therapist Gabrielle Hayward leads participants in creating two painted stones. Chaffee Art Center, Rutland, Wednesday, August 29, 6-8 p.m. $25; $20 for members. Info, 775-0356. ‘STEEL & PAINT’: David Tanych and Meryl Lebowitz show their metal sculptures and paintings in a garden setting. Kirby Compound, Lyndonville, Sunday, August 26, 3-7 p.m. Info, 535-9877. SUMMER ARTIST MARKET: A juried market features handmade products by Vermont artists and artisans. Burlington City Hall Park, Saturday, August 25, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Info, 865-7166. SWANTON ARTS SPECTACULAR: The second annual community arts celebration featuring 50 booths with artists, artisans and community exhibits, along with musicians, performers, familyfriendly games and food vendors. Swanton Village Park, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Info, darcibenoit@yahoo.com. TOURS OF THE HISTORIC BARN HOUSE AND EXHIBITS: Visitors can experience African American and African-diaspora art and culture, along with a granary and cow barn built between the late 1700s and early 1800s. The 90-minute tour includes authentic African textiles, art and antiquities, and photography exhibits; a Smithsonian National Museum of AfricanAmerican History and Culture poster series; works by Charlotte environmental artist Nancy Winship Milliken; and more. Sign up for tour at Eventbrite. Clemmons Family Farm, Charlotte, Saturday, August 25, 10-11:30 a.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, vtcrocks@gmavt.net. ‘VOYAGE AND ADVENTURE PART III’: ARTIST-INRESIDENCE PHIL ACIMOVIC: The composer and performer from Davis, Calif., presents work developed from his time living in an Airstream at the sculpture
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THE ARTS COLLECTIVE: Works from a wide range of artists who receive and provide services through Howard Center, as well as artists with lived experience within the community. Through August 31. Info, 859-9222. Gallery at One Main in Burlington. AUGUST ART AUCTION: A silent auction to benefit the gallery, featuring a variety of works by area artists. Bidding available online, as well, at augustartauction.com. Through August 24. Info, 578-2512. The S.P.A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington. CRYSTAL WAGNER: “Traverse,” an immense, site-specific installation by the multidisciplinary artist. ‘VISUAL ANALOGIES’: Photography by recent graduates Penn Chan and Vanessa Kotovich, who explore themes of growth and decay, myth and reality, and the beautiful and grotesque. ‘THE WAY YOU LOOK’: In this inaugural installment of the “Artist’s Artists” series, Vermont-based artist and guest curator Pete Moran brings the time-based work of filmmaker Ashish Avikunthak into contact with Tim Simonds’ intimate mixed-media sculpture. Through October 7. Info, 865-7166. BCA Center in Burlington. DAN BLAKESLEE: “Draw Them In: A Rock Poster Retrospective,” 50 works spanning more than two decades of work by the artist, who is also known for creating the Alchemist’s beer-can art. Through September 4. Info, 540-0131. The Skinny Pancake in Burlington. ‘EXTRA • ORDINARY’: Works by members of the Art Tribe, which includes Melanie Brotz, Annie Caswell, LaVerne Ferguson, Kara Greenblott, Holly Hauser, Nancy Hayden, Lynne Reed, Kelley Taft, Linda Van Cooper and Betsy Ward. Through August 31. Info, nancynorthwindarts@gmail.com. Flynndog in Burlington. ‘HORIZONS’: A group exhibition curated by former Flynn Center executive director John Killacky, featuring 17 Vermont artists responding to the wide-open theme of “horizons.” Through September 1. Info, 652-4500. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery in Burlington. ‘HOW PEOPLE MAKE THINGS’: An interactive exhibit that reveals how familiar childhood objects are manufactured and tells the story of the people, ideas and technologies used to transform raw materials into finished products. Through September 3. Info, 864-1848. ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. JAMES STEWART: “Solipsism,” an interactive musical installation by the local composer. OLGA VERASEN: “Happy Home,” acrylic paintings and watercolors. Through August 31. Info, 859-9222. The Gallery at Main Street Landing in Burlington.
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JESS KILGORE: “The Covered Bridges of Vermont,” six scenic pastels. Through September 30. Info, jessbkilgore@gmail.com. Penny Cluse Café in Burlington.
JENNIFER PALKOWSKI JACQUES: Original watercolor and mixed-media paintings including ghost portraits and skyscapes. Through September 1. Info, 595-4866. The Hive in Middlesex.
MARTHA HULL: “Go Big and Go Home: A 10-Year, 6,000-Mile Journey Told in Large Paintings,” narrative works created in Burlington and Portland, Ore. Through August 31. Info, martha@marthahull.com. Cavendish Gallery & Collective in Burlington.
JULIA PAVONE: “Ode to Common Things,” foundobject paintings. NITYA BRIGHENTI: “Storm: Nihilists, Anarchists, Populists and Radicals,” paintings and drawings. ‘SCORCHED’: A group show illustrating the effects of heat and fire. Through August 24. Info, 479-7069. Studio Place Arts in Barre.
MEMBERS ONLY ART EXHIBIT: Works in a variety of mediums by members of the South End Arts and Business Association. Through August 31. Info, 651-9692. VCAM Studio in Burlington. SCOTT ANDRÉ CAMPBELL: “Deliveries,” new mixed-media works by the Burlington artist that use line and geometric principles to evoke a sense of harmony in tension. Through September 2. Info, sac.673@gmail.com. Karma Bird House in Burlington. ‘SUMMER READING AT FFL: A RETROSPECTIVE’: Archival materials and ephemera, including posters, banners and T-shirts, from more than 30 years of the program started to engage young readers during the summer. Through August 31. Info, 863-3403. Fletcher Free Library in Burlington.
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GROUP SHOW: Paintings by Anne Cady, Julia Jensen and Rose Umerlik, curated by Northern Daughters. Through September 13. Info, 985-8922. Winemakers Gallery at Village Wine and Coffee in Shelburne. ‘IN THE GARDEN’: An exhibit featuring fine art, textiles, sculpture, furniture, actual insects and more explores how flowers and bugs have captivated artists’ imaginations over the centuries. Through August 25. Info, 985-3346. Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education, Shelburne Museum. JOY HUCKINS-NOSS: “Moments of Reflection,“ oil paintings by the Calais artist. Through October 5. Info, jhnartz@aol.com. ‘TRANSCENDING THE LIMITS OF AGE’: Photographer Elliot Burg’s portraits of track and field athletes in their seventies, eighties and nineties, taken at the National Senior Games. Through September 30. Info, eburg4@gmail.com. Burlington International Airport in South Burlington. KAY GEORGE: The Vermont Pastel Society displays landscapes and still lifes. Through August 31. Info, 425-6345. Charlotte Senior Center.
TIM DURBROW: Colorful, large-scale landscape and nature photography, accompanied by three vintage photos restored as a part of an Underhill Historical Society project. Through September 1. Info, 434-2550. Mt. Mansfield Community Television in Richmond.
‘ANYTHING FOR SPEED: AUTOMOBILE RACING IN VERMONT’: A yearlong exhibition exploring more than a century of the history and evolution of racing in Vermont through the objects, photographs and recollections that comprise this unique story. Through March 30, 2019. Info, 479-8500. Vermont History Center in Barre.
NICK DEFRIEZ: “Hillsides and Hexagons,” paintings and drawings by the Chelsea-based artist. Through September 28. Info, 685-7743. Governor’s Gallery in Montpelier. PHYLLIS CHASE: Paintings by the Calais artist. Through August 23. Info, 223-7274. Adamant Music School. ‘POST-APOCALYPSE FOR 3/4 EMPIRE’: Woodcuts on cloth banners by Bread and Puppet Theater founder Peter Schumann, inspired by Albrecht Durer’s depictions of the Apocalypse as envisioned by the apostle John of the New Testament. Through September 27. Info, 322-1604. Goddard Art Gallery, Pratt Center, Goddard College, in Plainfield. ‘SHOW 27’: Recent painting, mixed-media, sculpture, photography and more by the gallery’s Vermont-based contemporary artists. Through September 30. Info, 552-0877. The Front in Montpelier. ‘SOLZHENITSYN IN VERMONT’: A celebration of the Russian novelist, historian and Nobel Prize winner turned Vermont resident, in honor of the 100th anniversary of his birth. Through October 27. Info, 828-2291. Vermont History Museum in Montpelier. SUMMER JURIED EXHIBIT: Featured artists include August Burns, Annie Christopher, Frank DeAngelis, Eddie Epstein, Hasso Ewing, Caroline McKinney, Maggie Neale, Sam Thurston, Ann Young and others. ‘TRANSITION’: Works by members of the Art Resource Association, including Michael Badamo, Jozefa Bala, Maggie Neale, Linda Hogan, Margaret Pulaski, Emily Sloan, Merry Schmidt, Roger Weingarten and more. Through August 31. Info, 262-6035. T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier.
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ANNELEIN BEUKENKAMP: “Different Strokes,” abstract acrylic paintings by the Burlington artist. Through September 9. Info, 253-1818. Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery in Stowe. ‘CURIOUS & COOL’: Unusual and seldom-seen artifacts of ski culture from the museum’s archives. Through October 31. Info, 253-9911. Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum in Stowe. DOROTHY SIMPSON KRAUSE: “Visions,” mixedmedia monoprints, emulsion transfers and lenticular prints. Through September 8. Info, sophie@571projects.com. 571 Projects in Stowe.
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‘EXPLORING AIR’: A group exhibition including works of painting, photography and sculpture that address the element of air, curated by Kelly Holt. Through August 30. Info, 760-6785. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, Stowe Mountain Resort. STOWE/SMUGGS AREA SHOWS
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HARRY A. RICH: “The Vermont Years, So Far…,” large-scale acrylic-on-canvas paintings that span the artist’s time living in Vermont, from 1998 to 2018. Through September 28. Info, 375-2940. Vermont Supreme Court Gallery in Montpelier.
‘NEW AMERICAN ARTISTS: CELEBRATING TRADITION AND CULTURE’: An exhibit highlighting immigrant and refugee artists in Vermont who participated in Vermont Folklife Center’s traditional arts apprenticeship program developed by Greg Sharrow. Through August 31. Info, 828-3291. Spotlight Gallery in Montpelier.
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MATT LARSON: “Mountains, Mesas and Monoliths,” 18 framed, small-scale gold-tone brownprints and eight large-scale, unframed gold-toned brownprints of Utah’s Zion Canyon. Through November 9. Info, 479-7069. Morse Block Deli & Taps in Barre.
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‘PLAYING COWBOY: AMERICA’S WILD WEST SHOWS’: Combining period posters with historical film footage, this exhibition explores the profound influence Buffalo Bill and other Wild West shows had on shaping contemporary understandings of the American West, Native American history and the cowboy way of life. Through October 21. Info, 985-3346. Shelburne Museum.
MARK DANNENHAUER: Photographs by the artist and former Bread and Puppet Theater member, featuring the circus’ recent work and archival photos featuring puppet kids. Through August 26. Info, ninots@crocker.com. Plainfield Community Center.
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KIMBERLEE FORNEY: Whimsical and colorful paintings and prints. Through August 31. Info, kimberleef@msn.com. Davis Studio in South Burlington.
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‘EXPLORING AIR II’: One site in a two-part exhibition featuring works that investigate the qualities of air, presented in partnership with the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center. Through August 30. Info, 760-6785. Edgewater Gallery in Stowe.
‘NATURAL INSTINCTS’: Sumi-e ink paintings by Philadelphia artist Emily Brown and bowls by Jericho woodworker Russell Fellows. Through August 26. Info, greentaraspace@gmail.com. GreenTARA Space in North Hero.
‘EXPOSED’: The 27th annual outdoor sculpture exhibition features site-specific and participatory work from regional and national artists including Jaume Plensa, Albert Paley, Christopher Curtis, Judith Wrend, Ted Ceraldi and more. Curated by Rachel Moore. Through October 20. ‘RECLAMATION’: Portraits of women painted by nationally acclaimed, contemporary women artists. Curated by August Burns, Diane Feissel and Rachel Moore. Through September 8. Info, 253-8358. Helen Day Art Center in Stowe.
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‘AIR WORKS’: An exhibit that explores the properties of air and the science behind its everyday use and includes a 3D air maze, hover table, chain-reaction machine, paper airplane launcher and air-operated bottle organ. Through September 3. Info, 649-2200. Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich. ‘AND JUSTICE FOR ALL: JUSTIN MORRILL AND THE 14TH AMENDMENT OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION’: Commemorating the sesquicentennial of the ratification of the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, the exhibit highlights critical aspects of the amendment and elucidates Morrill’s role in drafting it, as well as major legal decisions based on the Equal Protection Clause. Through October 14. Info, 765-4288. Justin Morrill Homestead in Strafford.
‘THE HEAD OF THE CLASS’: An invitational group show of artwork by Lamoille County art teachers. ‘THE SKY’S THE LIMIT’: A juried show of 72 artists whose works feature the sky as the predominant element of the composition. Through September 3. Info, 644-5100. Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. JAMES PETERSON: “Dreamcatcher,” an immersive installation by the artist-in-residence from Los Angeles. Through September 30. Info, 253-8358. Spruce Peak at Stowe.
f JOHN M. MILLER: “Dialogue With Resonance,” 36 recently produced digital collages and image combines, some of which were made during a visiting-artist residency at the American Academy in Rome. Reception: Wednesday, August 29, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Through August 31. Info, tara@ vermontstudiocenter.org. Red Mill Gallery at Vermont Studio Center in Johnson. KIMBERLEE FORNEY: Colorful acrylic paintings and prints. Through October 31. Info, kimberleef@msn. com. Green Goddess Café in Stowe. NEIL BERGER: “Men, Mountains, Sky,” en plein air paintings made over a year in Burlington’s Battery Park. VERMONT COMIC CREATORS GROUP EXHIBIT: Works by Vermont-based comic-book creators, cartoonists and other artists who make narrative sequential 2D art. Through September 2. Info, 888-1261. River Arts in Morrisville.
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BIG RED BARN ART SHOW: Paintings and sculptures from more than 30 Mad River Valley artists, featuring a main exhibition, a small works show and the “Art Stall” of prints and cards. Through August 26. Info, 496-6682. Big Red Barn Gallery at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield. ROB HITZIG: “Colorful Musings,” works that explore color and shape through geometric abstraction in dimensional painted wood. Through August 25. Info, 244-7801. Axel’s Gallery & Frame Shop in Waterbury. ‘THE SAFETY OF OBJECTS: A VISUAL DISCOURSE BETWEEN FATHER AND DAUGHTER’: A juxtaposition of Royal Academy of Art member Michael Craig-Martin and his daughter, Vanity Fair photographer Jessica Craig-Martin. Through September 3. Info, 583-5832. Bundy Modern in Waitsfield.
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ANNA DENNIS DIBBLE: “A Crossing Place,” a solo exhibit of new work driven by the artist’s love of, and place within, the natural world and her concern for its future. Through September 30. Info, 877-2173. Northern Daughters in Vergennes. ‘DOUGHBOYS & FLYBOYS: WWI STORIES BY VERMONTERS FROM THE HOME AND BATTLEFRONT’: An exhibition that uses archival materials to explore the roles played by Addison County residents in the “War to End All Wars,” in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War I. ‘WATERFOWL WONDERS & AMUSING ANIMALS’: Carvings by Addison County-based wood carvers Gary Starr,
‘A CELEBRATION OF UPPER VALLEY ARTISTS’: Works by Susan Brisson, Patty Castellini, Christine Hawkins, Diane Miller Liggett, Mary Jane Morse, Gaal Shepherd and Tina Wendon. Through September 30. Info, info@avagallery.org. Pompanoosuc Mills Showroom in East Thetford.
‘The Way You Look’ In the basement studio space at the BCA Center, Burlington City Arts has launched a new and exciting initiative. The “Artist’s
Artists” series asks Vermont-based artists to guest-curate a show featuring those who have in some way influenced their own practice. For the inaugural installation, sculptor Pete Moran collides the ethnographically inflected films of Rhode Island-based Ashish Avikunthak with environmental sculpture by Brooklyn’s Tim Simonds. The result is a bit of a head-scratcher: a plush carpet platform surrounded by Simonds’ industrial interventions, plus one slowly bleaching head of celery to keep you company as you watch Avikunthak’s meditative, nonlinear “Et cetera.” It’s a strange theater indeed, and a welcome hideout from the consistent pressure for everything to make sense. Through October 7. Pictured: installation view (detail), courtesy of BCA. Chuck Herrmann and William Holway. Through November 11. Info, 388-2117. Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History in Middlebury.
inspired by a bird’s-eye view of the land. Through September 9. Info, 382-9222. Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, in Middlebury.
ELLEN GRANTER: “High Tide,” recent paintings of coastal wetlands by the Brookline, Mass., artist. Through August 31. Info, 458-0098. Edgewater Gallery at Middlebury Falls.
TIMOTHY HORN: “The View From Here,” paintings of rural scenes. Through August 31. Info, 989-7419. Edgewater Gallery on the Green in Middlebury.
‘ENVIRONMENTAL PORTRAITS’: A group exhibit juried by Elizabeth Avedon featuring works by 34 photographers from around the world. Through September 1. Info, 388-4500. PhotoPlace Gallery in Middlebury. ‘THE FABRIC OF EMANCIPATION’: Works by eight contemporary fiber, textile and needle artists expressing what it means to be of African descent in the Americas, curated by Harlem Needle Arts founder Michelle Bishop. Through October 28. Info, 877-3406. Rokeby Museum in Ferrisburgh.
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Large-scale photographic portraits of Rutland County farm families taken by Macaulay Lerman, accompanied by biographies and audio excerpts drawn from the fieldwork of Greg Sharrow and Andy Kolovos. Reception: Friday, September 7, 5-7 p.m. Through December 31. Info, 388-4964. Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury. JANET FREDERICKS: “LAND MARKS … The Land We Mark, Marks Us,” works on paper and canvas
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77 ARTS’ RESIDENCY EXHIBITION: Works from the gallery’s first-ever residency program, featuring Annie Blazejack and Geddes Levenson, Debo Mouloudji, Hanna Washburn, Juna Skenderi, Max Spitzer and Sofia Plater. Through October 26. Info, the77gallery@gmail.com. 77 Gallery in Rutland.
DIAN PARKER: “Oil Paint & Black Walnut,” abstract paintings on canvas and mixed-media works on black-walnut-stained paper by the artist, writer and curator of the White River Gallery. Through September 26. Info, 295-3118. Zollikofer Gallery at Hotel Coolidge in White River Junction. QUILT EXHIBITION: The 32nd annual exhibition featuring quilting demos, activities and “challenge quilts” by members of the Delectable Mountain Quilt Guild. Through September 16. Info, 457-2355. Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock. STEPHANIE GORDON: Encaustic paintings by the Piermont, N.H., artist. Through August 31. Info, 295-4567. Long River Gallery & Gifts in White River Junction. SUE SCHILLER: “Family,” solar plate etchings. Through August 31. Info, 295-5901. Two Rivers Printmaking Studio in White River Junction. ‘UNBOUND VOL. VIII’: A juried show exploring the book and how artists use the format as a steppingoff point and/or gateway to new ideas. Through August 25. Info, 457-3500. ArtisTree Gallery in South Pomfret.
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BEN BARNES: “Nearby,” paintings of local places and landscapes. Through September 22. Info, 525-3366. Parker Pie Co. in West Glover. ELIZABETH NELSON: Paintings inspired by Iceland. Through November 6. Info, info@sterlingcollege. edu. Brown Library, Sterling College, in Craftsbury Common. ERIC AHO: “A Thousand Acres,” paintings that celebrate the landscape in all seasons, drawn from specific bodies of work painted over several years. Through September 9. Info, 533-9075. Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro.
DEBORAH GOODWIN: “Fabrications in Clay,” ceramics by the local artist. Through August 28. Info, 247-4956. Brandon Artists Guild.
JUDY DALES: Colorful quilts by the Northeast Kingdom artist. Info, 563-2037. White Water Gallery in East Hardwick.
ELLEN SHATTUCK PIERCE: “Thirty-Six Views of Home,” a collection of prints about motherhood. Through September 29. Info, vtalleygallery@gmail. com. The Alley Gallery in Rutland.
‘LADIES OF THE CANYON’: An exhibition in tribute to jeweler Marion Stegner, the gallery founder who passed away in January. Through September 4. Info, 533-2045. Miller’s Thumb Gallery in Greensboro.
FORTY-SEVEN MAIN STREET ARTISTS WITH TOM MERWIN: “The Drawing Water Project,” paintings and poetry that challenge labels of disability, mental illness and poverty to transform barriers into opportunities for mutual beauty and growth. Through August 26. Info, 468-2592. Stone Valley Arts in Poultney.
‘LOCKED DOWN! KEYED IN! LOCKED OUT! KEYED UP!’: An exhibition examining the long human relationship to the lock and key, its elegant design and philosophies and practices of securing, safeguarding, imprisoning, escaping and safecrack-
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ing throughout the ages. Through April 30, 2019. Info, claredol@sover.net. The Museum of Everyday Life in Glover. ‘RETRO/NEW: LOOKING BACK & LOOKING AHEAD’: An exhibition celebrating the guild and gallery’s 20th anniversary with recent works across mediums by guild members and friends. Through September 22. Info, nekguild@gmail.com. Northeast Kingdom Artists Guild in St. Johnsbury. RICHARD BROWN: Black-and-white photographs of nostalgic Vermont landscapes and people. Through December 31. Info, 748-2372. Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium in St. Johnsbury.
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f COMMUNITY ART SHOW: A non-juried exhibition featuring works by 20 local artists, including Liz Hawkes-deNiord, Kathryn Traugott, Will Huenink, Vincent DiBernardo, Zoee Blossom, Sloan Dawson and Alyssa Schmidt. Reception: Thursday, August 23, 5:30-7 p.m. Through September 28. Info, info@mainstreetarts.org. Main Street Arts in Saxtons River. DAVID RIOS FERREIRA: “And I Hear Your Words That I Made Up,” mixed-media works that conjure a psychic landscape filled with conflicting emotions. Through September 24. DEBRA RAMSAY: “Painting Time,” an installation of strips of color derived from nature, as captured by the artist over a year in New Berlin, N.Y. Through September 24. ROBERT DUGRENIER: “Handle With Care,” sculptures made of glass and farm equipment as part of the artist’s process of mourning the 2015 fire that destroyed his historic barn. Through September 24. ROZ CHAST: “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?” 139 original illustrations from the New Yorker cartoonist’s graphic memoir. Through September 24. SHONA MACDONALD: “Terrestrial Vale,” a series of silverpoint and graphite works on paper depicting fledgling plants prepared for winter with veils of garden netting. Through September 24. STEVE GERBERICH: “Best of ‘Springs, Sprockets & Pulleys,’” kinetic sculptures by the artist, inventor and packrat. Through October 8. Info, 257-0124. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
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CARTOONS FROM THE ‘NEW YORKER’: An exhibition and sale of cartoons by artists including Harry Bliss, George Booth, Roz Chast, Tom Chitty, Frank Cotham, Matt Diffee, Liza Donnelly, Liana Finck, Emily Flake, Sam Gross, William Haefeli, Edward Koren, Bob Mankoff, Michael Maslin, Danny Shannahan, Barbara Smaller, Mick Stevens, Tom Toro, PC Vey and Jack Ziegler. Through September 9. Info, 442-7158. Laumeister Art Center, Southern Vermont College, in Bennington.
BOB EDDY: “A Second Look,” black-and-white photographs of Vermont’s White River Valley from the final years of the film era. Through September 1. Info, 728-9878. Chandler Gallery in Randolph. JACK ROWELL: Thirty-five photographs by the Braintree photographer that span a career of more than 40 years of documenting Vermonters. Through September 30. Info, rowell1655@gmail. com. White River Craft Center in Randolph. JOANNE CARSON: “Hyper Flora,” paintings and sculpture that investigate the fraught relationships between humans and nature, alchemy and science. JOHN KEMP LEE: “Wound Up Wound,” sculptures conceived as spirit houses. PETER MORIARTY: “Light & Paper/Mes Plantes,” recent camera-less photographs made with light, paper and plants. Through August 25. Info, 767-9670. BigTown Gallery in Rochester.
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2017 JURIED AWARD WINNERS: Works by Bruce Blanchette, Helen Shulman and Susan Wilson. Through August 24. Info, 603-448-3117. SUMMER INTERN EXHIBITION: Works by Emmie Foster, Keegan Gantrish and Polina Pivak. Through August 31. Info, info@avagallery.org. AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon, N.H. ‘FROM AFRICA TO THE AMERICAS: FACE-TO-FACE PICASSO, PAST AND PRESENT’: An exhibition using milestones in the life of Pablo Picasso (18811973) and in history to explore the close relationship between the Spanish master and the arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas, with a focus on the trajectory of changing attitudes. ‘HERE WE ARE HERE: BLACK CANADIAN CONTEMPORARY ART’: Works by 11 contemporary artists who use a variety of disciplines to challenge preconceived notions of blackness in Canada. Through September 16. Info, 514-285-2000. Montréal Museum of Fine Arts. JEAN-MICHEL OTHONIEL: “Motion – Emotion,” works by the French artist that center on the violence of the elements. Through November 11. Info, 514-285-1600. RAFAEL LOZANO-HEMMER: “Unstable Presence,” a major survey of the Montréal-based artist’s work over the past 18 years that brings together 21 pieces, including several large-scale immersive installations. Through September 9. Info, 514-847-6232. Montréal Museum of Contemporary Art. JOHN MCKENNA: “Column II,” a geometric public sculpture made from aluminum, acrylic and wood. Through October 28. Info, 603-469-3444. Aidron Duckworth Museum in Meriden, N.H. S. BOOKER: Sketches, pastels, prints and paintings by the late artist and founder of the center. Through August 31. Info, 518-563-1604. Strand Center for the Arts in Plattsburgh, N.Y. TOYIN OJIH ODUTOLA: “The Firmament,” drawings that ask viewers to consider how conceptions of race are established and promulgated. Through September 2. Info, 603-646-2426. Hood Downtown in Hanover, N.H. m
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‘VOICES’: Prints by members of the Zea Mays printmaking studio: Judith Bowerman, Lyell Castonguay, Liz Chalfin, Sarah Creighton, Anita Hunt, Lynn Peterfreund, Erika Radich and Joyce Silverstone. Through September 30. Info, 2518290. Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts in Brattleboro.
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Depression-era creativity. Through November 4. EDWARD KOREN: “Thinking About Extinction and Other Droll Things,” recent prints and drawings by the Vermont-based New Yorker cartoonist. Through September 9. Info, 447-1571. Bennington Museum.
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‘HOPE AND HAZARD: A COMEDY OF EROS’: A group exhibition curated by American artist Eric Fischl featuring approximately 65 artists and more than 80 paintings, photographs, works on paper and sculptures selected from the Hall and Hall Art Foundation collections. ‘MADE IN VERMONT’: A group exhibition of new and recently completed paintings, works on paper and sculpture by Vermont artists. ‘THE SOLACE OF AMNESIA’: More than 30 paintings, photographs, works on paper and sculpture by some 25 artists that address human alienation from the natural environment, curated by artist Alexis Rockman and Katherine Gass Stowe. Through November 25. Info, 952-1056. Hall Art Foundation in Reading.
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ark Wahlberg and Peter Berg just may be Hollywood’s reigning It Couple. The relationship between the actor and the action auteur has lasted longer than many a showbiz marriage. The pair met in 2012 during preproduction for Lone Survivor (2013), discovered they had a lot in common and have hooked up for three more movies since then: Deepwater Horizon (2016), Patriots Day (2016) and now this one. The two are happily planning a future together. But more on that in a minute. First, a few thoughts on their latest, a completely fictional black-ops thriller they thought would be fun to make after the pressures of telling a trilogy of stories based on real-life tragedies. Every now and then, a work of cinema holds a mirror up to the cultural moment, even if that wasn’t remotely its creator’s intent. I think that’s what we have here. With Mile 22, Berg accidentally taps into the wellspring of weirdness underlying life in the age of Trump: a topsy-turvy day-mare in which the White House might as well be the “Big Brother” house, and an unstable game show host has the codes to the nuclear
arsenal. Not that this was Berg’s pitch. That would’ve been inconceivable, given the filmmaker’s penchant for the patriotic and his almost fetishistic obsession with all things military. Rather, Mile 22 offers an adrenalized celebration of American might, a veritable super-cut of tech-war tropes. The movie correlative to the commander-inchief’s dream military parade, it might just as aptly have been called Fire and Fury. Wahlberg stars as James Silva, the leader of an elite CIA unit known as Overwatch. A generic bulletproof type with a license to kill and anger management issues, he’s basically Jason Bourne without the sparkling personality. What made this movie fun for its star and director clearly was getting to play with pricey, space-age military gizmos. Silva and a mission coordinator called Mother (John Malkovich) deploy them against hordes of brown people, teaching them not to screw with the red, white and blue. Set in Southeast Asia, the story concerns a rogue cop, played by The Raid’s Iko Uwais. He promises to provide the location of stolen radioactive material in exchange for asylum in the U.S. Overwatch is tasked with get-
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JUMPING THE GUN Wahlberg and Berg may have spoken too soon when they predicted audiences would crave more of this picture’s mindless violence.
ting him to an airstrip the titular distance from the American embassy. Needless to say, heavily armed mystery combatants attempt to stop them. In a typical scene, a grinning Silva finger-shoots an opponent through his car window seconds before a Hellfire missile disintegrates the guy. Yay, drones! A frenetic, only quasi-coherent excuse for 94 minutes of choppily edited mayhem, Berg’s latest proves both spectacularly vacuous and curiously smug. It doesn’t have a thing to say other than that our weapons of mass destruction are bigger, more advanced and, you know, cooler than everyone else’s, and it manages to say it with a borderline
Breitbart air of supremacy. Which, I suppose, shouldn’t surprise. The filmmaker has gone on record saying he modeled Silva on Steve Bannon. While we’re at it, let’s not forget Wahlberg has claimed the 9/11 terror attacks wouldn’t have gone down the way they did if he’d been on one of those planes. So, these two were made for each other. As you read this, they’re making plans to spin Mile 22 into a multipicture franchise. Yeah, that’s gonna happen. Next to that brainstorm, Marky Mark saving the day on 9/11 doesn’t sound delusional at all. RI C K KI S O N AK
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didn’t learn to appreciate romantic comedies until superhero franchises drove them extinct. OK, so that’s a slight exaggeration: Rom-coms still thrive on streaming services, often in series form. But they’re far rarer in theaters than they were 10 years ago, and the ones that have survived the cinematic climate change tend to be hardier and more interesting than the pastel-tinged Kate Hudson/Katherine Heigl/Nancy Meyers fare of yore. Take the new hit Crazy Rich Asians, which is the opposite of a pastel movie. The primary setting is Singapore, and every frame bursts with colors that are just as opulent and attention-grabbing as the characters’ lifestyles. Director Jon M. Chu, a veteran of music videos and dance movies, has embraced all the excess that the title of Kevin Kwan’s source novel promises. If the movie is unapologetic about offering up affluence as eye candy, it’s equally unapologetic about telling a Cinderella story. But it offers some twists on the rom-com formula to which viewers raised on American fare are accustomed, starting with the fact that the primary conflict isn’t amorous but familial. Constance Wu plays the spirited Rachel Chu, a New York University econ professor who has no clue that her handsome boyfriend, Nick Young (Henry Golding), is the heir to one of Singapore’s richest families. Until, that
CLASS AND SASS Wu and Awkwafina make an inspired buddy pairing in Chu’s Singapore-set cross-cultural rom-com.
is, she accompanies him on a visit home. One encounter with Nick’s regal, impeccably status-conscious mother (Michelle Yeoh), who has serious misgivings about a match with an Asian American career woman, is nearly enough to send Rachel fleeing back to New York. But, with the help of her friend Peik Lin (Awkwafina), she resolves to face the challenge. Proving herself worthy of Nick involves not just the obligatory makeover sequence, but also a climactic mah
jongg match that draws on Rachel’s knowledge of game theory. The plot is heavy on wish fulfillment, and Rachel and Nick’s relationship is never fleshed out to the point where we’re rooting for them, as opposed to rooting for Rachel. If the movie still holds our interest, that’s partly because Nick’s mom isn’t a mere snobbish gorgon, a prospective Monster-in-Law. Her concerns about Rachel, both class-based and cultural, are rooted in her own past strug-
gles, and Yeoh convinces us that maintaining a dynasty isn’t for the faint of heart. While this grand dame of Hong Kong cinema supplies the drama — augmented by a soap-opera-ish subplot involving Nick’s cousin (Gemma Chan) — supporting players serve up the comedy. Breakout star Awkwafina cuts through the romantic gauze with raspy-voiced, profane commentary, aided and abetted by Peik Lin’s dad (Ken Jeong, broadly outrageous as ever), and Nico Santos as Nick’s cousin from the “rainbow branch” of the family. I would totally watch a spin-off chronicling this trio’s adventures. This is not a movie for those who want to see the dark side of Singapore: Crazy Rich Asians is decadent and “Dynasty”-esque, from the touristic drone shots to the drooling intervals of food porn. Several of its set pieces, such as a beyond-exorbitant wedding, would fit right into a musical. The movie has just enough substance — such as a prologue that rebukes colonialist racism — to entice us to yield to its pleasures. More importantly, it serves as a subtle reminder of how very rarely actors of Asian descent play substantial roles in American movies, let alone making up a whole ensemble cast. Judging by the talent on display here, Crazy Rich Asians could be a harbinger of more than the rom-com’s rebirth. MARGO T HARRI S O N
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NEW IN THEATERS A.X.L.: A young man befriends a robot attack dog created by military scientists in this family adventure from first-time feature writer-director Oliver Daly, starring Alex Neustaedter, Thomas Jane and Becky G. (100 min, PG. Essex) THE HAPPYTIME MURDERS: In a world where humans and sentient puppets coexist, a detective (Melissa McCarthy) investigates the killings of the puppet cast of an ’80s kids’ show. Brian Henson (The Muppet Christmas Carol) directed this very adult comedy, also starring Elizabeth Banks, Maya Rudolph and Joel McHale. (91 min, R. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Sunset) PAPILLON: Rami Malek and Charlie Hunnam play two prisoners who team up to plot their escape from Devil’s Island in this drama based on the same source material as the 1973 Steve McQueen classic. Michael Noer (Northwest) directed. (133 min, R. Roxy) PUZZLE: A mousy suburban mom (Kelly MacDonald) finds herself drawn toward a new friend (Irrfan Khan) who shares her passion for competitive puzzle solving in this drama directed by Little Miss Sunshine producer Marc Turtletaub. (103 min, R. Roxy)
NOW PLAYING ALPHAHHH Set in the last Ice Age, this family adventure purports to explore the origins of the human-canine bond through the story of a young hunter who tames a wolf to help him survive. With Kodi Smit-McPhee, Natasha Malthe and Leonor Varela. Albert Hughes (Menace II Society) directed. (96 min, PG-13) ANT-MAN AND THE WASPH1/2 The very small superhero (Paul Rudd) teams up with a new partner to investigate secrets from the past in the latest chapter in the Marvel saga, set before Avengers: Infinity War. With Evangeline Lilly, Michael Peña, Walton Goggins and Judy Greer. Peyton Reed returns as director. (118 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 7/11)
CHRISTOPHER ROBINHHH Ewan McGregor plays a grown-up version of the A.A. Milne character who rediscovers his relationship with Winnie-the-Pooh in this partially animated Disney production directed by Marc Forster (Finding Neverland). Hayley Atwell and Bronte Carmichael also star. (104 min, PG)
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MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAINHHH Lily James plays the young version of Meryl Streep’s character in the sequel to the ABBA-fueled musical comedy hit, in which we learn how she got pregnant with Sophie (Amanda Seyfried). With Streep, Dominic Cooper, Pierce Brosnan, Christine Baranski and Cher. Ol Parker (Imagine Me and You) directed. (114 min, PG-13; reviewed by M.H. 7/25) THE MEGHHH1/2 A navy man (Jason Statham) is tasked with rescuing the occupants of a submersible from a 70-foot prehistoric shark in this book-based creature feature. With Ruby Rose and Rainn Wilson. Jon Turteltaub (Last Vegas) directed. (113 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 8/15) MILE 22H Peter Berg (Lone Survivor) directed this action thriller about a CIA agent (Mark Wahlberg) tasked with extracting a key asset from dangerous territory. Lauren Cohan, Ronda Rousey and John Malkovich also star. (95 min, R; reviewed by R.K. 8/22) MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE — FALLOUTHHHH1/2 Secret agent Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his team are back for another mission after a misstep in the action series’ sixth installment, directed by Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation). With Henry Cavill, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg and Rebecca Ferguson. (147 min, PG-13)
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SLENDER MANH1/2 Created as online fiction, which morphed into an influential urban legend, the faceless, ectomorphic child stealer now has his own horror movie. With Joey King, Javier Botet and Julia Goldani Telles. Sylvain White (The Losers) directed. (93 min, PG-13) SORRY TO BOTHER YOUHHHH Hip-hop frontman Boots Riley makes his directorial debut with this surreal satire about a telemarketer (Lakeith Stanfield) who learns that the secret to success is sounding like a white suburban guy. With Tessa Thompson, Jermaine Fowler, Terry Crews and Armie Hammer. (105 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 8/1) THE SPY WHO DUMPED MEHHH1/2 Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon play best friends whose romantic problems get them embroiled in international espionage in this action comedy directed by Susanna Fogel (Life Partners). With Justin Theroux and Gillian Anderson. (116 min, R; reviewed by R.K. 8/8)
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INCREDIBLES 2HHH1/2 Pixar’s super-family returns in this animation in which Mr. Incredible (voice of Craig T. Nelson) finds himself at home tending the baby while Mom (Holly Hunter) is busy saving the world. With the voices of Sarah Vowell, Bob Odenkirk and Samuel L. Jackson. Brad Bird is back as writer and director. (118 min, PG; reviewed by M.H. 6/20)
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CRAZY RICH ASIANSHHH1/2 A young New York professor (Constance Wu) doesn’t get the warmest reception when she travels to Singapore to meet her boyfriend’s ultra-wealthy family in this romcom based on the best-selling book series. With Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh and Gemma Chan. Jon M. Chu (Now You See Me 2) directed. (120 min, PG-13; reviewed by M.H. 8/22)
THE EQUALIZER 2HH1/2 In the second vigilante action flick based on the ’80s TV series, Denzel Washington returns as a retired CIA agent who has appointed himself the protector of the innocent. With Pedro Pascal, Bill Pullman and Melissa Leo. Antoine Fuqua again directed. (121 min, R)
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BLACKKKLANSMANHHHH1/2 An African American cop (John David Washington) infiltrates the local chapter of the Ku Klux Klan and attains a leadership position in the latest from director Spike Lee, based on a true story from the 1970s. With Adam Driver, Laura Harrier and Alec Baldwin. (135 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 8/15)
EIGHTH GRADEHHHH1/2 In this feature debut from writer-director Bo Burnham, nominated for the Sundance Film Festival’s Grand Jury Prize, a shy girl (Elsie Fisher) tries to negotiate the social minefield of middle school. With Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson. (93 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 8/8)
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brisk mirthful lessons and crazy sweet cuddle wrestles. I deserve them, too.” What do you think? Do these formulas work for you? Do they put you in the proper frame of mind to co-create transformative intimacy? I hope so. You’re entering a phase when you have maximum power to enchant and to be enchanted.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): As you map out
your master plan for the next 14 months, I invite you to include the following considerations: an intention to purge pretend feelings and artificial motivations, a promise to change your relationship with old secrets so that they no longer impinge on your room to maneuver, a pledge to explore evocative mysteries that will enhance your courage, a vow to be kinder toward aspects of yourself that you haven’t loved well enough, and a search for an additional source of stability that will inspire you to seek more freedom.
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I think you’ve done enough rehearsals. At this point, the apparent quest for a little extra readiness is beginning to lapse into procrastination. So I’ll suggest that you set a date for opening night. I’ll nudge you to have a cordial talk with yourself about the value of emphasizing soulfulness over perfectionism. What? You say you’re waiting until your heart stops fluttering and your bones stop chattering? I’ve got good news: The greater your stage fright, the more moving your performance will be.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The two pieces of advice I have for you may initially seem contradictory, but they are in fact complementary. Together they’ll help guide you through the next three weeks. The first comes from herbalist and wise woman Susun Weed. She suggests that when you face a dilemma, you should ask yourself how you can make it your ally and how you can learn the lesson it has for you. Your second burst of wisdom is from writer Yasmin Mogahed: “Study the hurtful patterns of your life. Then don’t repeat them.”
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “All the world’s a stage,” wrote Shakespeare, “and all the men and women merely players.” In other words, we’re all performers. Whenever we emerge from solitude and encounter other people, we choose to express certain aspects of our inner experience even as we hide others. Our personalities are facades that display a colorful mix of authenticity and fantasy. Many wise people over the centuries have deprecated this central aspect of human behavior
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(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In all the time we’ve worked on diminishing your suffering, we may have not focused enough on the fine art of resolving unfinished business. So let’s do that now, just in time for the arrival of your Season of Completion. Are you ready to start drawing the old cycle to a close so you’ll be fresh when the new cycle begins? Are you in the mood to conclude this chapter of your life story and earn the relaxing hiatus you will need before launching the next chapter? Even if you don’t feel ready, even if you’re not in the mood, I suggest you do the work anyway. Any business you leave unfinished now will only return to haunt you later. So don’t leave any business unfinished!
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Are you ready to mix more business with pleasure and more pleasure with business than you have ever mixed? I predict that in the coming weeks, your social opportunities will serve your professional ambitions and your professional ambitions will serve your social opportunities. You will have more than your usual amount of power to forge new alliances and expand your web of connections. Here’s my advice: Be extra charming, but not grossly opportunistic. Sell yourself, but with grace and integrity, not with obsequiousness. Express yourself like a gorgeous force of nature, and encourage others to express themselves like gorgeous forces of nature. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “When
I picture a perfect reader,” wrote philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, “I picture a monster of courage and curiosity, also something supple, cunning, cautious, a born adventurer and discoverer.” I suspect he was using the term “monster” with a roguish affection. I am certainly doing that as I direct these same words
toward you, dear Sagittarian reader. Of course, I am always appreciative of your courage, curiosity, cunning, suppleness and adventurousness. But I’m especially excited about those qualities now, because the coming weeks will be a time when they will be both most necessary and most available to you.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You do not yet have access to maps of the places where you need to go next. That fact may tempt you to turn around and head back to familiar territory. But I hope you’ll press forward even without the maps. Out there in the frontier, adventures await you that will prepare you well for the rest of your long life. And being without maps, at least in the early going, may actually enhance your learning opportunities. Here’s another thing you should know: Your intuitive navigational sense will keep improving the farther you get from recognizable landmarks. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Healing isn’t
impossible. You may not be stuck with your pain forever. The crookedness in your soul and the twist in your heart may not always define who you are. There may come a time when you’ll no longer be plagued by obsessive thoughts that keep returning you to the tormenting memories. But if you hope to find the kind of liberation I’m describing here, I advise you to start with these two guidelines: 1. The healing may not happen the way you think it should or imagine it will. 2. The best way to sprout the seeds that will ultimately bloom with the cures is to tell the complete truth.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Nineteenthcentury British painter J.M.W. Turner was one of the greats. Renowned for his luminous landscapes, he specialized in depicting the power of nature and the atmospheric drama of light and color. Modern poet Mary Ruefle tells us that although he “painted his own sea monsters,” he engaged assistants “to do small animals.” She writes that “he could do a great sky, but not rabbits.” I’m hoping that unlike Turner, you Piscean folks will go both ways in the coming weeks. Give as much of your creative potency and loving intelligence to the modest details as to the sweeping vistas.
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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Speak the following declaration aloud and see how it feels: “I want strong soft kisses and tender unruly kisses and secret truth kisses and surprise elixir kisses. I deserve them, too.” If that puts you in a brave mood, Taurus, add a further affirmation: “I want ingenious affectionate amazements and deep dark appreciation and
CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you have been communing with my horoscopes for a while, you’ve gotten a decent education — for free! Nonetheless, you shouldn’t depend on me for all of your learning needs. Due to my tendency to emphasize the best in you and focus on healing your wounds, I may neglect some aspects of your training. With that as caveat, I’ll offer a few meditations about future possibilities. 1. What new subjects or skills do you want to master in the next three years? 2. What’s the single most important thing you can do to augment your intelligence? 3. Are there dogmas you believe in so fixedly and rely on so heavily that they obstruct the arrival of fresh ideas? If so, are you willing to at least temporarily set them aside?
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PREGNANT BRUNETTE ON CHURCH ST. You were very pregnant and glowing outside OGE last week. I didn’t see a ring but still felt presumptuous, so I didn’t introduce myself. If you’re going this alone, any interest? When: Friday, August 10, 2018. Where: Church St., Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914484 ADDICTED TO PANERA BREAD You had on a tiger/jungle-print top, and you almost got into the same wrong car that I had almost gotten into. We both find ourselves uncontrollably drawn to the Broccoli Cheddar Bread Bowl. Really, what are they putting in those things? We did come up with a solid business idea before you pulled away, though. Still interested? Let me know. When: Monday, August 13, 2018. Where: Panera Bread, Shelburne Rd. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914483 RE: FREQUENT ENCOUNTERS Are you still wondering? A hint for a location? When: Monday, August 13, 2018. Where: I-Spy. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914482 LOW-KEY OPTIMIST Dark hair and white sweater ... and you look at I-Spy first. Curiosity abounds. When: Sunday, August 12, 2018. Where: Personals. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914481 CHEST TATTOO, WORKS AT HARBOR VIEW, DRINKING Well, you caught my eye, and we talked for a few. I’m at that same spot every Wednesday, 2 p.m. Never asked your name. You said you worked at Harbor View as a nurse. If anyone knows her name, please help. I hope your day went well and you enjoyed your drinks. You wore your ink well. Beautiful chest ink. When: Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Where: lakefront, Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914480
DATING APP SWIPE MISTAKE Saw you on Hinge; you liked my profile. I believe your name was Sam, and you had some photos of yourself rock climbing. I was excited because you seemed genuinely interesting and attractive. But then I pressed the X by accident, and you were gone forever. I’m a brunette with short hair and glasses. Hopefully you see this! When: Friday, July 27, 2018. Where: Hinge. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914479 BIKE TOURING? At State and Main. Your panniers are lovely; your smile is, too. I was driving by and gave you an extra-long smile as I turned the corner. I hope you don’t live too far away. Would love to go riding sometime. When: Friday, August 10, 2018. Where: downtown Montpelier. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914478 IT’S IN THE EYES I enjoy our short meetings more than you could ever imagine. I miss you when you leave, or when I leave. I feel safe when you are near, and I trust you with my everything ... Scary. Obviously my heart is in trouble. You once told me it’s all in the eyes. If that is so, this is not a surprise. When: Tuesday, August 7, 2018. Where: around. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914476 SUNDAY, BLUEBERRY LAKE Beautiful blonde with black bikini! Blue Subaru with SUP boards. Savasana with me?! When: Sunday, August 5, 2018. Where: Blueberry Lake. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914473 ERIN, THE CUTE GNC GIRL Just wanted to say thanks again for your help today. :) Hopefully I’ll see you next time! —That grateful guy. When: Saturday, August 4, 2018. Where: a GNC store. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914472 FALLING HARD FOR YOU You were the cute sandwich boy. I was the girl in the black dress. You made me a delicious spinach melt and were patient when my card wasn’t working. Standing up to leave, I tripped on my dress and made a weird sound. You could say I fell for you. Another chance (and another spinach melt) sometime? When: Friday, August 3, 2018. Where: Red Onion Café, Church Street. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914471 TORTILL-Y EMBARRASSED IN CITY MARKET You saved me from myself when I awkwardly asked a non-employee where I could find tortillas. “Aisle 2,” you said, dreamily. Quesadillas sometime? When: Thursday, July 26, 2018. Where: City Market South End. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914470 MONTPELIER TOY STORE SIGHTING Montpelier toy store admirer: There are many sexy, witty, intelligent women working here. You may have to narrow it down for us. Curiosity is killing these felines! When: Friday, July 27, 2018. Where: Montpelier. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914462
MONTPELIER TOY STORE GODDESSES I understand your curiosity, but I won’t give it up that easily. You are also right regarding the numerous beautiful, intelligent, witty women each possessing a unique and extremely attractive quality or qualities. I am hoping some of those qualities overlap. The thought of you sharing a love for fun and adventure sends my mind into overdrive. When: Tuesday, July 31, 2018. Where: Montpelier toy store. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914469 BEST HEADBANGER Saw you see me at that concert. Long beard, tight vest. You put out an iSpy for me. Can hardly believe it’s been four months of adventures. Leinenkugel’s, mountains, lakes, music, magic. If I’m the Valkyrie, I’ll follow you into the dark; gotta make sure you make it safely to Valhalla. Thank you for all the things. Miss you. When: Monday, March 19, 2018. Where: Higher Ground. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914468 CITIZEN CIDER I came in late with friends who were visiting. You were our server. I appreciated your sarcasm and patience. I was wearing a white button-down with umbrellas on it. I asked your name. I think you’re hilarious and would love to see you again if you’re up for it. By the way, the water store is closed. When: Sunday, July 29, 2018. Where: Citizen Cider. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914467 STAMPEDE IN BRISTOL We first saw each other at the silent auction, then the next tent. I left when you and your kid on a kids’ trike were leaving. You stopped. I passed you in my wheelchair, and you mentioned to your kid to follow him. I wanted to tell you how beautiful you were, but I am a little shy. When: Saturday, July 28, 2018. Where: Bristol Stampede. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914466 REWIND TO RED HEN I was walking in from the parking lot when I noticed you from behind ... only you were walking backward. I was quick enough to make a halfwitted comment about the direction you were headed and was rewarded with your natural beauty and sense of humor. Are you available to share a coffee and conversation? When: Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Where: Red Hen. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914465 BEAUTIFUL BRUNETTE WOMAN We literally ran into each other in the cafeteria at the UVM Medical Center. Beautiful brunette/brown-eyed woman with the sweetest smile. For a moment, my heart stopped. You spilled a little water on me and were shy and embarrassed. If you happen to see this ad, I would be thrilled if you would join me for a coffee sometime. When: Friday, July 27, 2018. Where: medical center. You: Woman. Me: Man. #914464
SCARLETTLETTERS Dear Scarlett,
I have been seeing a guy for six months, and we started sleeping with each other about two months ago. I did not have my period any of the times we had sex. But at some point I will, and I am not sure what to do. Is it OK to have sex while on your period? Is it safe? What if he is grossed out?
Signed,
Code Red (female, 19)
Dear Code Red,
It is more than OK to have sex during your period. There is no shame in that game, and while it can be messy, it’s definitely safe. Some women say they feel hornier during that time and even prefer period sex. For starters, they don’t have to avoid sex for one week out of every month! During an orgasm, the muscles of a woman’s uterus contract, then release, which can relieve menstrual cramps. That contracting can also help shed the lining of your uterus, so your periods may be shorter. Plus, climaxing increases blood flow and the release of endorphins, which make you feel great more generally. The downside, of course, is that many women feel yucky during their periods — from sore breasts, cramps, headaches, bloating and so on. And the discharge might make you feel self-conscious or alarm your partner. Sometimes there is no mess at all, however, especially toward the end of your period. As for safety, make sure to remove your tampon and use a condom — not only to reduce your risk of catching a sexually transmitted infection, but also to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Though the odds are low, it is possible to get pregnant when you are menstruating. As with most relationship hurdles, talk about this in advance and prepare. Make sure your guy is OK with the idea and doesn’t pass out at the sight of blood. If you decide to go for it, put a towel down and keep wet wipes bedside for cleanup. You can also have sex in the shower. Or use a menstrual disc, such as FLEX, which is worn around the cervix and doesn’t plug the vaginal canal like a tampon does. Have fun, and let your love flow!
Signed,
Scarlett
TALL GLASS OF WATER; I’M THIRSTY I saw you in the park by the school playing Frisbee with your dad (?). Only you could pull off the blue shirt with the skiing squirrel on it; it captures your adventurous spirit. I’m obsessed with English sheepdogs and would love to know yours better! Get some food with me soon? I’m gluten-free; hope that’s not a problem. :) When: Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Where: Calahan Park. You: Man. Me: Woman. #914463
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