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CLUB METRONOME: The Halloween Throwdown featuring DJ Ross, Doctor Rick, CoolTable Gang, S.I.N. siZZle (rock, hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5/10. 18+.

mad river valley/ waterbury CORK WINE BAR & MARKET (WATERBURY): Myra Flynn (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m.

middlebury area

CITY LIMITS: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.

THE DAILY PLANET: Paul Asbell & Clyde Stats (jazz), 8 p.m., free.

HATCH 31: Bristol Folk Session, 6 p.m., free.

HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: The Green Mountain B ys (bluegrass), 7 p.m., free. DJ Learic (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN LOUNGE & STAGE: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free. Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Pub Quiz with Dave, 7 p.m., free. Karaoke with Melody, 10 p.m., free. JUNIPER: The Blue Gardenia (jazz), 9 p.m., free. LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: George Petit Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Myra Flynn and Paul Boffa (neo soul), 9 p.m., free. Film Night: Indie, Abstract, Avant Garde, 10 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Vinyl Night with DJ Disco Phantom (vinyl DJs), 6 p.m., free. Drunk & in the Woods, Locals & Company (soul, funk), 9:30 p.m., free/$5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: Remember Yourself Tour (indie), 7 p.m., free. Hart Bothwell (rock), 9 p.m., free.

& the Wild Lights (folk), 8 p.m., free. SPEAKING VOLUMES: Free Pizza, Really Big Pinecone, Sugar Pill, the Divided Self (rock, pop, experimental), 8 p.m., $5. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Short Jam (improv), 6:30 p.m., free. Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Semifinal , 7 p.m., $15. Napoleon (improv), 7:30 p.m., $5.

Halloween with Doom Service, SpaceGhosts, Limp Diskette (emo, punk, covers), 9 p.m., free. JUNIPER: The High Break (surf), 9 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: The Mixer: Improvised Dance and Music, 6 p.m., free. Tiffany Pfeiffer & the Discarnate Band (jazz), 9 p.m., free. Taka (vinyl DJ), 11 p.m., free.

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MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: The Red Newts (country, blues), 10 p.m., free.

northeast kingdom

HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Railroad Earth, Ghost of Paul Revere (country), 8 p.m., $25.

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HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Langhorne Slim & the Law, SUSTO (folk, soul), 8 p.m., $15/17.

NECTAR’S: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., free. Revibe, Grundlefunk, Cosmosis Jones (live electronica), 9 p.m., $7/10.

PARKER PIE CO.: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

BACKSTAGE PUB: Trivia, 9:30 p.m., free.

NAKED TURTLE: Jay Lesage (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., free.

MONKEY HOUSE: La Tragédie (rock), 8:30 p.m., $3/8. 18+.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S: So You Want to Be a DJ?, 10 p.m., free.

OAK45: Me & You (Americana), 8 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Bow Tha er (folk-rock), 7:30 p.m., free.

PENALTY BOX: Karaoke, 8 p.m., free.

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ARTSRIOT: Sound Affects: A Community Event (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $5/10. CHURCH & MAIN: Cody Sargent Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE: Funkwagon (funk, gospel), 6 p.m., free. DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., free.

CLUB METRONOME: Jiggawaltz, Space Carnival (funk, rock), 9 p.m., free/$5. 18+.

SIDEBAR: Ethan Snyder Presents (jazz), 7 p.m., free. DJ Fatty Shay and Friends (mashup), 10 p.m., free.

THE DAILY PLANET: The Hot Pickin’ Party (bluegrass), 8 p.m., free.

SUGAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL: Country DJ, 9 p.m., free.

BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Italian Session (traditional), 6 p.m., free. LA PUERTA NEGRA: FLYNN (neo soul), 9 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (MONTPELIER): Al Teodosio and Friends (jazz), 6 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: Friday Morning Sing-Along with Linda Bassick & Friends (kids’ music), 11 a.m., free. Matt Townsend (folk), 7 p.m., free. Nemes (rock), 10 p.m., free. Binger (jam), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: Cats Under the Stars (Jerry Garcia tribute), 7 p.m., $5. Craig Mitchell (house), 11 p.m., $5. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: D Jay Baron (house), 9 p.m., $5. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB & WHISKEY ROOM: Supersounds DJ (top 40), 10 p.m., free. RUBEN JAMES: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Comedy Showcase, 7 p.m., free. DJ Rekkon (mashup), 10 p.m., free. SIGNAL KITCHEN: And the Kids, PALM, Mal Devisa, Abbie Morin (indie rock), 8:30 p.m., $15.

Comedy Showcase (standup), 8:30 p.m., $6. LA PUERTA NEGRA: Joe Moore (jazz), 6:30 p.m., free. Jazzyaoke (live jazz karaoke), 7:30 p.m., $5. Jazzyaoke (live jazz karaoke), 7:30 p.m., $5. POSITIVE PIE (MONTPELIER): Electrolads (electronic), 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (MONTPELIER): AliT (singersongwriter), 6 p.m., free. SWEET MELISSA’S: Honky Tonk Happy Hour with Mark LeGrand, 5:30 p.m., donation. WHAMMY BAR: VT Bluegrass Pioneers, 7 p.m., free.

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MOOGS PLACE: Honey I’m Home (rock, Americana), 9 p.m., free. RIMROCK’S MOUNTAIN TAVERN: DJ Rekkon #FridayNightFrequencies (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. RUSTY NAIL: The Josh Panda Party featuring DJ Steal Wool (pop covers), 8 p.m., $10.

middlebury area

51 MAIN AT THE BRIDGE: Anthony Santor Jazz Group, 8 p.m., free. CITY LIMITS: Halloween Weekend Bash with Amanda Rock (rock), 9 p.m., free. TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: ’80s Night with DJ Blinie, 9 p.m., free.

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THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Josh Panda’s Acoustic Soul Night, 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.

DRINK: BLiNDoG Records Acoustic Sessions, 5 p.m., free.

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THE TAP ROOM AT SWITCHBACK BREWING: Open Mic, 6 p.m., free. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Semifinal , 7 p.m., $15.

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HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: Half & Half Comedy (standup comedy), 8 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Ousmane, 7 p.m., free. Tristan Eckerson (electronic), 10 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB:

SWEET MELISSA’S: BYOV Thursday , 3 p.m., free. Dale Cavanaugh (rock), 8 p.m., donation.

WHAMMY BAR: Donna Joerg (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free.

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MOOGS PLACE: Open Mic, 8 p.m., free.

middlebury area

CITY LIMITS: Throttle Thursday with DJ Gold, 9 p.m., free. TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: DJ Stevie B (dance party), 9 p.m., free.

Trick-or-Treating Nemes (rock), 10 p.m., free. outside vermont NECTAR’S: Trivia Mania, 7 MONOPOLE: As If (‘90s tribute), p.m., free. Bluegrass Bastards, Jedi Master Training 10 p.m., free. ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Blues Pinedrop, 9:30 p.m., $2/5. 18+. Jam with Collin Craig Trio, 7 NAKED TURTLE: Turtle RADIO BEAN: J. Alan Schneider Life-size Replica of Dr. Who’s TARDIS p.m., free. Thursday with 95 riple X (pop), (folk), 7 p.m., free. Shane 9 p.m., NA. Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8:30 p.m., Comic Con Characters barre/montpelier OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Karaoke with free. Professor Caffeine & the DJ Jon Berry, 9 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE Insecurities (rock), 11 p.m., free. Costume (MONTPELIER): Cajun Jam Workshops with THE SKINNY PANCAKE RED SQUARE: The Wreck Jay Ekis, Lee Blackwell, Alec (HANOVER): Kelly Ravin (folk), (rock), 6 p.m., free. D Jay Baron EllsworthGames & Katie Trautz, 6Activities p.m., 7:30 p.m., free. & (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. $5-10 donation. MONKEY HOUSE: The Bony Tenants, Clever Girls, 1881 (rock), 8:30 p.m., free/$3. 18+.

SWEET MELISSA’S: Wine Down with D. Davis (acoustic), 5 p.m., free. UMLAUT (rock), 8 p.m., free.

RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Cre8, 10 p.m., free. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB & WHISKEY

ROOM: DJ Kermit $7 per person ages 3 and up.(top 40), 10 WHAMMY BAR: Open Mic Songwriting Competition, 7 p.m., free.

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SIDEBAR: Josh Dobbs Presents:areBLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: Members and children 2 and under free. SideBar All-Stars 3rd Edition, 10 p.m., free.

James Harvey (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. Anthony Santor (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free.

stowe/smuggs General admission applies for visitors arriving after 1 p.m. SIGNAL KITCHEN: And the Kids, MOOGS PLACE: Lesley Grant (Americana), 8 p.m., free.

PIECASSO PIZZERIA & LOUNGE: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

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Palm, Mal Devisa, Joey Pizza Slice (indie rock), 8:30 p.m., $15.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Matt Townsend

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): John Daly (acoustic punk), 7 p.m., free.

JASPER’S TAVERN: Halloween Party with the Aardvark (rock), 9:30 p.m., $5.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Finals, 7 p.m., $20.

chittenden county

BACKSTAGE PUB: Acoustic Happy Hour, 5 p.m., free. Karaoke with Jenny Red, 9 p.m., free. HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Dopapod (prog-rock), 8:30 p.m., $18/20. HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Cabinet, Billy Strings (Americana), 9 p.m., $15/$18. MONKEY HOUSE: DJ Disco Phantom and Friends (eclectic dance), 9:30 p.m., free/$5. 18+. OAK45: FLYNN (neo soul), 9 p.m., free. ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Halloween Party with Pleasuredome (rock), 9:30 p.m., free. PARK PLACE TAVERN: Wild Fire (rock), 9:30 p.m., free. SUGAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL: Shake My Nerves (rock), 9 p.m., free.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Squirrel’s Crackers (country), 6 p.m., free.

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CLUB METRONOME: Latin Friday Night (salsa), 9 p.m., $5. ’90s Night featuring Fattie B, 11 p.m., $5.

CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Abby Jenne & the Hard Livers (soul-rock), 6 p.m., free. Casio Bastard with Special Guests (funk), 9 p.m., free.

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WEEK IN REVIEW OCTOBER 19-26, 2016 COMPILED BY SASHA GOLDSTEIN, MATTHEW ROY & ANDREA SUOZZO

SNOW’S A GO

Higher elevations in Vermont got up to six inches of winter last weekend. On Tuesday, Killington became the first East Coast ski area to open for business.

A memorial to the ﬁve students killed in a car crash

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Community Bank System of Syracuse, N.Y., bought Vermont’s Merchants Bank, the largest independent bank in the state, for $304 million. Sigh.

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and the ﬁrst thing he said to me was, ‘Yo, I got so much snow down my pants,’” Moskowitz said. Teacher Jacki McCarty praised Cozzi’s candor and intellect, remembering her entering eighth grade with a “fair amount of sass and a dash of deﬁance.”˝ Hale had impeccable style and loved mountain biking and nice cars such as Lamborghinis, friend Anna Fortier recalled. He would rib people but “always did it with love in his heart,”˝teacher Kristi McKnight said of him. Teacher Adam Sargent described Zschau, his former student, as “a thoughtful, quiet leader who worked hard and made those around him better.” Teacher Kathy Cadwell said that Harris “had a deep insight into human nature. She had a deep sense of justice and kindness.” Cadwell asked the audience if members understood YOLO and said Harris had embraced the concept. “You only live once,” she said. “° is was Mary’s motto. She lived it to the fullest.” Read the full blog post, and other stories about the collision, at sevendaysvt.com.

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3. “Jane Sanders Calls Shumlin’s Clinton Endorsement ‘Worthless’” by Paul Heintz. Jane Sanders took to Twitter to criticize Gov. Shumlin after she was mentioned in leaked emails discussing endorsements. 4. “Bourgoin Discharged From Hospital, Held in Prison” by Alicia Freese. ° e man charged in the wrong-way car crash that killed ﬁve high school students is being held without bail. 5. “Who’s on Your Vermont 2016 Ballot?” by Andrea Suozzo and Sasha Goldstein. You’re not just picking a president on November 8. Try our tool to prepare for voting.

RIP CHARLOTTE

The barn that housed the beloved Spider Web Farm in Williamstown burned down while owners Terry and Will Knight were out. Their quirky web-art collection was lost — along with any eight-legged artists in the rafters.

LOST AND FOUND

Among the goods reported stolen this week to the Vermont State Police were two roasts of “unknown type of meat,” two mature plants (of unspecifi unspeciﬁed varieties), electronics, tools, cash, taxidermy mounts, dirt bikes, chain saws and maple syrup jugs. Th ° e good news: Police just recovered a treasure trove of items apparently stolen in July and August from vehicles parked along Route 100 in the towns of Hyde Park, Eden, Lowell and Westfi Westﬁeld. If yours was burgled, call the Derby barracks at 334-8881. Provide a description of the stolen items, and you might get them back.

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BAD SHOT

Melissa Harwood had just settled onto the couch at her Bethel home last week to watch a scary movie when the special effects got a little too real. A bullet “came through the window, and then hit into the foyer, ricocheted … into the kitchen and then ricocheted throughout the kitchen,” Harwood told WPTZ-TV’s Helena Battipaglia. No one was hurt, and police don’t think the gunshot was intended for the Harwood family — it was simply a stray bullet.

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2. “A Civilian Pilot Test-Drives the F-35” by Adam L. Alpert. A local pilot ﬂew a hypothetical mission in a military F-35 training simulator.

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Dorothy Reed got on the wrong side of the animal kingdom this month. ° e 79-year-old grandmother was driving westbound on East Street in Middletown Springs when, as she told police, “a bear and a coyote” both darted in front of her car. Reed swerved to miss the critters, then crashed her 2004 Chevy Cavalier into a stone wall and lost consciousness. Reed’s daughter, Susie Horner, said her mom was pretty banged up in the accident but is recovering well. Authorities later told the family that the canine likely wasn’t a coyote but rather a bear-hunting dog, as it’s currently black bear season in Vermont. Reed wasn’t available for an interview when phoned last week, as she was out with her granddaughter shopping for a new car. “She gets around better than I do,” Horner said of her mom, who turns 80 next month. “° at’s what keeps them going, you know?”

1. “Parent: Burlington School Board Member’s Facebook Page ‘Spews Forth Hatred’” by Molly Walsh. Public posts on a school board member’s Facebook page drew the ire of parents last week.

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ive Mad River Valley teens had a great time at a Mike Stud concert at Higher Ground on the last night of their lives. Lauryn Green, who was also at the show, recalled the evening for an audience that packed the Harwood Union High School gym on Monday night. “I just want to let everyone know that I don’t think they could have had a better night,” she said. “° ey danced the night away, sang their hearts out, and I know they were all very, very happy.” On their way home on October 8, a wrong-way driver on Interstate 89 crashed head-on into the car carrying Eli Brookens, Janie Chase Cozzi, Liam Hale, Mary Harris and Cyrus Zschau. Four were juniors at Harwood. One was a student at the private Northﬁeld Mount Hermon school in Massachusetts. Staff writer Alicia Freese attended and reported on the Monday memorial. Eli Moskowitz described watching his friend Brookens wipe out at a skiing competition. He caught up with Brookens at the base of the mountain. “I found Eli smiling,

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An Upper Valley man set a possible world record by catching a grape dropped from a hot-air balloon hovering 101 feet in the air — in his mouth. Some skill.

That’s the maximum number of opioid painkiller pills Vermont providers could prescribe to patients after minor procedures under a new rule Gov. Peter Shumlin proposed last week.

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WHAT LEAHY HAS DONE

Election-year process stories have their place, but [“Forty-Two Years a Senator,” October 12] didn’t explain what Sen. Patrick Leahy has done for Vermont with all his experience and clout. The list includes his crucial role in securing Tropical Storm Irene recovery investments; funding for Lake Champlain cleanup and research; championing clean air and water; and action on climate change. His awardwinning Vermont Village Revitalization Initiative has preserved and renovated historic buildings in 25 Vermont communities. Leahy has turned countless Vermontmade ideas into national success stories. He wrote the national organic program that has spurred the phenomenal growth of that $43 billion sector. He championed the Vermont-style farm-to-school model. His Bulletproof Vests Partnership protects fir t responders. Leahy’s National Cancer Registry is part of the drive to conquer cancer. His Vermont hearings on heroin and opioid addiction have illuminated models from which other communities are learning. Creating Vermont’s Rural Economic Area Partnership Program (REAP Zone) — Vermont is one of only three states that have them — has contributed $200 million in infrastructure investments to Vermont and the Northeast Kingdom. So much of his work has been on behalf of the least fortunate everywhere, most of whom will never contribute to his

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campaign or know how he is making their lives better. The Leahy Law has become the most important tool in the U.S. human rights toolbox. The Leahy War Victims Fund helps innocent victims of war across the globe. The senator was the unwavering catalyst in normalizing relations with Cuba. Leahy is leading the drive to restore the Voting Rights Act. He steered a proposed constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United. He methodically builds bipartisan coalitions to get things done — like his bills to protect internet privacy, strengthen the Violence Against Women Act and modernize U.S. patent laws. David Carle

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Carle is communications director for Sen. Patrick Leahy.

ROKEBY WRONG ON BLM

I was astonished to read that Jane Williamson, executive director of Ferrisburgh’s Rokeby Museum, posted several Black Lives Matter signs in front of the museum [Off Message: “Since May, 10 Black Lives Matter Signs Stolen From Rokeby Museum,” October 3]. She may intend to simply raise awareness of clear and compelling grievances, but BLM protests across the country have been disruptive and violent. In Dallas, a gunman with a vendetta against white cops murdered fi e and injured several

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Greg Brown is best known for his bare-bones, rootsy strains. Of his 2012 release, Paste magazine writes, “˜ e songs on Hymns to What Is Left are without artiﬁce. ˜ ey have guts, and they’re real.” Brown, who voiced Hades on Anaïs Mitchell’s concept album Hadestown, brings his no-nonsense numbers, his guitar and his gravelly baritone to Chandler Center of the Arts. SEE CALENDAR LISTING ON PAGE 59

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Vallee and his family — his wife, father, mother, brother and sister-in-law — have donated more than $83,400 over the past two years. But they’ve done so di¡ erently than Blittersdorf. Rather than ﬁnance a super PAC or political party, the Vallees have made at least 62 individual contributions of no more than $4,000 to Republican legislative and statewide candidates. The biggest recipient has been Scott, who has picked up a combined $22,500 from the Vallees. In June, the gasoline magnate held a fundraiser for the GOP gubernatorial nominee at his Shelburne home. “The goal is to elect as many Republicans as possible,” he says. “I have a lot of friends in the Republican Party who gave me a lot of very good advice about what campaigns were likely to succeed.” Until this election cycle, when the Secretary of State’s Office ﬁrst required candidates to enter fundraising data in an online database, it was difficult or impossible to assess the true scale of Vallee’s giving. But he says this year is typical. “I don’t think this is drastically di¡ erent than my support for the Republican cause for more than two decades,” he says. That makes sense, given that Vallee’s fundraising prompted then-president GEORGE W. BUSH to award him the ambassadorship to Slovakia in 2005. Of Vermont’s 28 mega-donors, only three appear to live out of state. Those include this cycle’s biggest individual donor: Silicon Valley entrepreneur REID HOFFMAN, who dropped $220,000 on television ads supporting Democratic gubernatorial candidate MATT DUNNE in August, a week before Dunne

lost the primary to Minter. (Ho¡ man had previously donated another $4,000 directly to Dunne and $10,000 to the VDP.) Other out-of-staters include Hyatt Hotels heirs J.B and M.K. PRITZKER, who donated $20,000 to the VDP, and Connecticutbased investment banker ROBERT STEINBERG and family, who contributed $33,000 to former colleague BRUCE LISMAN’s failed run for governor. TOM and CAROL BREUER made their political name in Massachusetts, where they contributed to candidates who opposed gay marriage. They now own a home in Stowe and have donated $55,050 to Vermont political causes in the past two years. Other than a $10,000 gift to the Vermont Republican Party, they’ve subscribed to the Vallee method of giving: 42 individual donations to various GOP candidates. While both parties have their share of big donors, Democrats have a clear edge. They’ve picked up at least $884,000 this cycle from those who’ve contributed more than $20,000, while Republicans have taken $482,000 from the same crowd. Among the most generous Dems, according to Seven Days’ analysis, are Dow Jones heiress LISA STEELE of Shelburne ($80,175); Burton founders JAKE and DONNA CARPENTER of Stowe ($61,200); and IBM heiress JANE WATSON STETSON and husband BILL STETSON of Norwich ($46,845). (These ﬁgures do not include donations to out-of-state candidates, such as those running for president.) Top Republican donors include U.S. Gypsum and Montgomery Ward heiress LENORE BROUGHTON of Burlington ($66,890); the Pizzagalli family, which founded what is now PC Construction ($63,350); and retired investment banker FREDERICK FRITZ of Cornwall ($49,100). Blittersdorf claims he’s uncomfortable pouring so much cash into the political system. “It’s horrible. I wish I didn’t have to do it,” he says. “But at the same time, it’s a defensive move. What are we gonna do when millions come in? Say, ‘Well, I don’t believe in Citizens United, so I’m not gonna play?’ We lose. We totally lose.” He may have a point. So far this cycle, at least eight super PACs have invested in Vermont’s gubernatorial race. In the past week alone, one group bankrolled by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund and the Democratic Governors Association spent more than $346,000 on blistering TV ads accusing Scott of opposing abortion rights — a charge he denies. The biggest player thus far has been a pro-Scott super PAC ﬁnanced by the Republican Governors Association. It’s spent nearly $2.4 million on the race. And

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Republican Senate candidate SCOTT doesn’t think much of Republican presidential candidate DONALD TRUMP’s suggestion last week that he might not accept the outcome of next month’s election. “I disagree with it completely,” says Milne, who is running against Leahy. “One of the fundamental principles of our government is that once our elections are settled, they’re settled.”

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Vermont’s left-of-center political establishment typically spends its time engaging in intramural squabbling. But at six rallies across the state last weekend, Democrats, Progressives and one very influential independent — Sen. BERNIE SANDERS (I-Vt.) — buried the hatchet and rallied around the statewide Democratic slate. One rally Sunday morning at the University of Vermont’s Davis Center featured such unlikely allies as Rep. CHRIS PEARSON (P-Burlington) and Sen. PATRICK LEAHY (D-Vt.) sharing the stage in support of even unlikelier running-mates Minter and lieutenant gubernatorial nominee DAVID ZUCKERMAN, a Progressive and Democrat. “I tell you, this doesn’t happen in every state in the country,” Minter declared as she took the stage. That’s for sure. It’s a good thing for Minter that such uncharacteristic unity has come to Vermont’s left. A VPR poll released last Wednesday showed her and Scott neck and neck. And a WCAX-TV poll released earlier this week showed her trailing Scott, 40 to 47 percent. But in the final weeks of the race, Democratic heavies are coming out strong for Minter. The Washington Post reported last Friday that President BARACK OBAMA would appear in a radio ad for her. Later that day, Minter dined with Leahy and Vice President JOE BIDEN at Burlington’s Penny Cluse Café, garnering plenty of headlines. And on Monday Sanders emailed his national fundraising list, calling for donations to her campaign and Zuckerman’s. As Sanders himself put it Sunday morning at UVM, “Let us do everything we can in the next two weeks to help elect Sue Minter as our next governor.” As for Scott? The only heavy he’s got is former governor JIM DOUGLAS. Compared to Obama, Biden and Sanders, that doesn’t count for much.

Funny. That’s not how he felt two years ago when he lost the 2014 gubernatorial race by 2,343 votes. Rather than graciously concede to Shumlin, Milne fought on for two more months, calling on the legislature to reverse the will of the voters and name him governor instead. It was a positively proto-Trump maneuver. “There’s tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of Vermonters that do not want me to concede,” he argued at a press conference that December. Milne says the two situations are nothing alike, since the Vermont Constitution allows the legislature to settle a gubernatorial election if no candidate wins an outright majority. (A joint assembly voted 110 to 69 that January to give Shumlin his third and fina term.) “What I was doing was using the Vermont Constitution to hold Peter Shumlin accountable for an extra two months,” Milne says. “I was proud of the way we used it to de-neuter Peter Shumlin and his reckless policies that were ruining Vermont.” OK, Trump.

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hen Sen. David Zuckerman (P/D-Chittenden) was a 13-year-old boy growing up in Massachusetts, his father, a thoracic surgeon, died of stomach cancer. The son attributes his father’s death to the radiation he was exposed to while deploying a new medical procedure to treat cancer patients. Without protection from a now-standard lead vest, at least four physicians suffe ed the same fate, according to Zuckerman. Science saves lives, he learned, but it 3:06 PM can also take them. As a state senator and now as the Progressive/Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, that experience informed his position on childhood vaccinations: Zuckerman doesn’t think they should be forced on kids who may have adverse reactions to shots against diseases such as diphtheria, rubella, polio, mumps and whooping cough. That so-called “philosophical exemption” was an option for Vermont families until this year, after the legislature voted in 2015 to abolish it in the interest of public health. During 18 years as a state legislator, Zuckerman has defined himself as a champion of outlier causes. The organic farmer was an early supporter of samesex marriage, of challenging genetically modified foods and of legalizing marijuana. But his stance on vaccinations — and his 2015 vote to preserve a parent’s right to choose — might just be the biggest outlier of them all. His Republican opponent, Randy Brock, cited Zuckerman’s vaccination viewpoint as evidence that the ponytailed Progressive from Hinesburg lacks the judgment to be a heartbeat away from the governor’s offi . “He’s a strong supporter of laws that would expose our schoolchildren to dangerous diseases by discouraging vaccinations,” Brock said in a radio advertisement. But it’s not just polar-political opposites who question Zuckerman’s logic. His defense of those who question vaccines has put him at odds with some of the same people who support his other causes. That could cost him votes as he seeks statewide office for the first time.

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“I don’t agree with the position he takes,” said Jack McCullough, a left-leaning activist from Montpelier who belongs to the pro-vaccine group Parents Against Preventable Infections. He’ll vote for Zuckerman anyway. But for another member of Parents Against Preventable Infections, who asked not to be identified, Zuckerman’s stand could be a deal breaker. Although she agrees with him on nearly every other issue, “His position about vaccinations definitely turns me off to voting for him,” she said. “I think it’s important for our political leaders to make policy decisions based on the best science we have available.” Meanwhile, those who want to restore the philosophical exemption have fully embraced Zuckerman. The group Vermont Coalition for Vaccine Choice is promoting his candidacy on its Facebook page, complete with a link to make campaign contributions. “Zuckerman was one of only a few Vermont senators to stand up in support of parents making these important medical decisions in 2015,” wrote one

commenter on the group’s Facebook page. “I think David at the time was regarded by many as a hero,” said Jennifer Stella of Waitsfield, cofounder of the Vermont Coalition for Vaccine Choice. “He was truly trying to find a way to protect all children.” Stella said her two children had bad reactions to vaccines — one had seizures, the other got full-body eczema — and their pediatrician supported a decision to forgo additional immunizations. With that doctor’s note, her children might have qualified for legal “medical exemptions” in Vermont, but Stella exercised her philosophical option instead. Those who distrust vaccinations do so for a range of reasons that include allegations that they cause autism and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control is part of a conspiracy to cover up the evidence. Those who support them consider such theories a threat to public health. A critical percentage of people have to be vaccinated in order to preserve the “herd immunity” that keeps multiple debilitating diseases at bay. Children

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Medical exemptions and religious objections didn’t explain the variations. Many Vermont parents — some of them highly educated — weren’t getting their children immunized on the grounds that they were philosophically opposed. Vermont Health Commissioner Harry Chen led the charge to change the law to eliminate that option. Initially, Gov. Peter Shumlin opposed him. Zuckerman did, too.

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After the House voted to strike down the philosophical exemption, Zuckerman cautioned his colleagues in the Senate. “We are adjusting the laws of our state to such that someone else is determining — we in this room are determining — what is going to go into every single person’s body,” he argued on the Senate floo . At the time, Seven Days reported that Zuckerman used the word “disputed” to describe the science of vaccination safety. Despite his oratory, the Senate voted 18-11 to eliminate the philosophical exemption as of July 1, 2016. The religious and medical exemptions were left in place. Days after the debate, pro-vaccine backlash compelled Zuckerman to further explain his vote. “The past 48 hours have been some of the most difficul of my serving in political life,” he told colleagues, sharing the story of his father’s death. “Why do I tell you this? Because science is good, but it is not perfect,” he said. “Such imperfection can cause harm. Absolutism can cause harm.” Now running for higher offi , Zuckerman has retold his family history on the campaign trail, at candidate debates and in online forums. He saysUntitled-2 his position on vaccinations has always been nuanced: He’s not anti-science, he considers vaccines effecti e in eradicating diseases and his own daughter is receiving the full slate of shots. “When I have the conversation with voters, they learn that the issue is not so bipolar. There’s complexity,” he said. “They don’t walk away with the perception that I’m an anti-vaxxer.” Brock has called Zuckerman out for softening his position: “His vaccination stance seems to vary depending on the political season.” Meanwhile, the Vermont Coalition for Vaccine Choice is trying to restart the debate over immunization safety by showing the film Vaxxed: From Cover-Up to Catastrophe at six locations throughout Vermont, including four the fir t week of November. Stella said the preelection timing is a coincidence. Zuckerman said he’s open to seeing the film but not to stumping for it. Asked whether he bears any responsibility or credit for fueling the vaccination debate in Vermont, the lieutenant governor hopeful said, “I don’t think I created any more fuel than was already there.” m

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with compromised immune systems are particularly vulnerable if their un-immunized classmates carry the illnesses. “Getting diphtheria, tetanus, or pertussis disease is much riskier than getting DTaP vaccine,” the CDC advises on its website. When lawmakers took up the issue last year, measles and whooping cough were reemerging worldwide. Roughly 89.7 percent of the state’s kindergartners were fully immunized, according

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he rabbi wore a black miniskirt, leather boots and a hot pink sweater. Her thick, curly hair f l wed down past her shoulders, and glittery earrings hung f rom each ear. Rabbi Jan Salzman is a hip 63-year-old grandmother. She’s also the leader of Burlington’s newest Jewish congregation, on a mission to modernize the faith. Salzman incorporates yoga and meditation into the Saturday morning services she leads twice a month in the city’s oldest synagogue, at 168 Archibald Street, in a neighborhood once known as Little Jerusalem. Unlike most local rabbis, she’ll perf orm interf aith marriages, and, if parents want to hold their daughter’s bat mitzvah in the backyard rather than the synagogue, that’s all right with “Rabbi Jan,” as she is known by her flock “All I need is the Torah,” she said in an interview October 13 at Ahavath Gerim, the 1885 red-brick synagogue that was the worship place for some of Burlington’s earliest Jewish immigrants. Salzman wants to harness that history and blend it with a contemporary

form of Judaism in the congregation she founded in July called Ruach haMaqom, Hebrew for “spirit of the place.” The congregation is based at Ahavath Gerim but will not replace the small Conservativedenomination congregation that owns the building. Each group will hold its own services — the new congregation hosts Shabbat eve worship the second and f ourth Friday of each month. The two congregations also plan to work together to continue restoring the building, starting with the basement that houses the ritual baths, or mikvas. Ruach haMaqom is Vermont’s f ir t congregation in the Jewish Renewal mold, a movement that took root in the 1960s and emphasizes social justice and interfaith dialogue as well as reverence f or the Torah, the book of Jewish scripture. Indeed, Salzman glowed with inspiration as she read from the century-old, handwritten Torah and autumn light f ilte ed in through the stained-glass windows at the synagogue. Using a silver pointer, or yad, she read ancient Hebrew words f rom the f ragile scroll, easily

translating them as she went. You’d never guess from her skills that she was ordained just six years ago. While she incorporates the f ramework of traditional Judaism, Salzman says today’s worshippers are much less liturgically inclined than previous generations, and that for Judaism to adapt it cannot “look like your grandpa’s schul,” or synagogue. One of her goals is to help people develop the vocabulary to access their spiritual lives and f ind a way to renew a f aith that they might have relegated to long-term memory. When she leads a service, Salzman incorporates lots of music — she strums an acoustic guitar and sings in a rich, melodious voice — and brings in meditative moments and spoken prayer. Jewish scripture provides a f oundation upon which she improvises. On October 12, Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, Salzman invited the worshippers, who ranged from toddlers to her 87-year-old mother, Charlene Salzman, to participate in the Yom Kippur tradition of remembering their dead. Instead of doing it with

a moment of silence, she had brought a basket of smooth black stones f rom a brook that runs through her North Pomf ret f arm. She invited congregants to take a stone and place it on a small table, making a symbolic altar. Roughly a dozen people lined up, of f e ed their stones and, af terward, stood close together in silence, some holding back tears. It was a powerf ul moment, and exactly the sort of new tradition Salzman aims to bring to her congregation. “I have the obligation to reboot Judaism with ritual that engages the heart as well as the mind,” the rabbi said. About 80 people attended the Ruach haMaqom services on Yom Kippur. Because the Ahavath Gerim congregation was using the synagogue on Archibald, they gathered at the Bishop Booth Conference Center at Rock Point, on the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont property. Bob Fishel, a 32-year-old Burlington technology consultant, was among them. He also attends the new congregation’s Friday evening Shabbat services. It’s a place where he “turns off” af ter the busy week and lets his mind travel to spiritual corners and poignant memories. “There’s a tradition and a melody and, you know, it brings you back to your childhood,” he said. Fishel fir t saw Salzman in action at Ohavi Zedek synagogue on Burlington’s North Prospect Street, where she worked as cantor and assistant rabbi for six years before leaving to start her own congregation a f ew blocks away. He quickly came to appreciate Salzman’s optimism, warmth and approachable personality. “I just connected to Jan. She’s a very real person. She’s not a typical stuffy priest or rabbi. She’s very sort of down-to-earth.” These qualities help attract a demographic at Ruach haMaqom that Fishel, who has done his f air share of “synagogue shopping,” says he doesn’t see in abundance in other local congregations: young people. “That, to me, is exciting,” he said. What brings them? Fishel, f or one, likes Salzman’s emphasis on social justice: She praised the Black Lives Matter movement during her Yom Kippur service, f or example. But he also likes the f act that she doesn’t tend to bring partisan politics into the service — which happens at some of the other temples he’s attended. Fishel wants a break from that, he said. Salzman’s congregation also appeals because it’s “something new, something diffe ent.” The new congregation has allowed 34-year-old Kathy Hennis of Burlington to “find a way to be in a Jewish community

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that feels really awake and alive and exSalzman and her husband of three citing and relevant,” she said. decades, Loredo Sola, live on Germain Hennis was an occasional service- Street near the synagogue and spend goer at Ohavi Zedek and, like Fishel, free time at their former full-time home, followed Salzman to the new congrega- the Happy Valley Farm in Pomfret, tion. The rabbi is animated and expres- where she once ran an organic vegetable sive, Hennis explained, so that chanting operation. Sola, a software engineering an old prayer somehow makes her feel manager at Dealer.com, is the interim deeply connected to her Jewish ances- president of the new congregation. tors. “It doesn’t feel rote,” Hennis said. Salzman grew up far from Vermont in And while Hennis, who is gay, felt Skokie, Ill. Her family attended high holiwelcomed at Ohavi Zedek, she’s noticed day services at a Conservative synagogue that Salzman seems to have a knack for but didn’t go to temple much otherwise. making members of the LGBTQ com- She attended Hebrew school for several munity feel comfortable at the new years and completed her bat mitzvah but congregation. “There’s a lot of queer remembered feeling more resentful than Jews that go to this temple because Jan inspired by the ritual. She wanted to join has such a welcoming presence and it’s Brownies and play sports, and Hebrew a nonissue,” Hennis said. school got in the way, she recalled. The Burlington area has several In 1977, while Salzman was in college, other Jewish congregations, but Ruach a Nazi group announced its intention to haMaqom is diffe ent in that march through the suburb in it describes itself as “postNazi uniforms with swastikas. denominational.” Others Salzman had grown up in the include the Orthodox Chabad heavily Jewish area around congregation on Burlington’s people with concentration South Williams Street, the camp tattoos on their wrists. Conservative Ohavi Zedek Her late father, Richard and the Reform Temple Sinai Salzman, who would later in South Burlington. became a Cook County cirRABBI JAN Salzman is not the only cuit court judge, was then a SALZ MAN woman leading a local conmunicipal attorney for the gregation. The new rabbi at town. A former U.S. Army Ohavi Zedek is Amy Small, who assumed medic who was among the fir t to enter the role early this year after the retire- concentration camps as World War II ment of longtime rabbi Joshua Chasan. ended, he helped with the legal bid to Salzman worked alongside the politically deny the march. The American Civil outspoken Chasan, who started perform- Liberties Union backed the Nazis’ right ing same-sex weddings before it was to march in one of its most controversial socially acceptable. Salzman intends to free-speech cases of all time, and the carry on that practice. U.S. Supreme Court agreed. Also reminiscent of Chasan is Looking back, the rabbi rememSalzman’s willingness to conduct in- bered her father as a champion of the terfaith marriages — Chasan almost got Constitution who also wanted to profi ed just for bringing up the idea at OZ. tect and serve the community. One of Salzman has two conditions: She wants her takeaways: “That nothing is simple assurances that the couple plans to raise and every human being has a story that their children as Jews, and she’s not in- contributes to the arc of their life.” terested in co-officiatin with Christian Judaism didn’t call Salzman strongly clergy, she said. until she had married and settled down Another thing that sets Salzman’s to run the small farm in North Pomfret. congregation apart is financin . For Her two children seemed to be the only now, the members of Ahavath Gerim Jewish kids at their elementary school, are allowing Ruach haMaqom to use the and Salzman was asked if she could give synagogue for free, except for the cost a talk about Hanukkah. She said yes, and of utilities, Salzman said. That helps then realized she knew very little about keep expenses low, but the congregation it. She began a journey that would lead still needs money to survive. to fi e years of rabbinical study, culmiMany synagogues require members nating in her ordination in 2010 by the to pay an annual amount based on their Alliance for Jewish Renewal. income, sometimes around 3 percent. After half a dozen years at Ohavi Salzman is taking a diffe ent approach: Zedek, Salzman said, she knew she recruiting “subscribers” who pay $18 was ready for something diffe ent. “I a month. If people want to contribute can now be the rabbi I was meant to more, they can, she said. The congre- be,” she said. m gation has 30 subscribers so far, and Contact: molly@sevendaysvt.com Salzman hopes to reach 200.

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clarif ying that her proposed agenda is contingent on what happens in Massachusetts. “I will push f or it this year if the referendum is approved.” In Massachusetts, a Boston Globe poll released last week showed voters support a legalization ballot item 55 percent to 40 percent — even though the state’s governor, attorney general and other inﬂuential leaders oppose it. If the Bay State ballot item passes, marijuana would be legal on December 15, 2016: Adults could keep up to 10 ounces, and six marijuana plants, in their homes, and carry less than one ounce in public. Retail pot sales, governed by a state commission, would be allowed by January 2018. A recent Portland Press Herald poll showed that support for a similar ballot item in Maine is running 53 percent in f avor to 38 percent against. If Mainers vote that way, adults would be allowed to possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and grow their own plants —°just 30 days later. Licensed retail stores and

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lection Day ballot initiatives to legalize marijuana in Massachusetts and Maine could light a ﬁre under Vermont lawmakers. Observers say that if voters in those states say yes to pot, as polls suggest they will, it could spur the Vermont legislature to take up the issue —°again. Just eight months ago, the Green Mountain State was poised to become the ﬁrst on the East Coast to allow residents and visitors to legally use marijuana. The Senate passed a comprehensive bill, and Gov. Peter Shumlin voiced his support. Business groups started circling to get a piece of the anticipated windfall from sales. But in May, the House killed the bill, 121 to 28. “The idea that a neighboring state would be moving forward makes a lot of legislators f eel more comf ortable with the idea of Vermont moving f orward,” said Matt Simon of the Marijuana Policy Project, an advocacy group. “Some would say, ‘If we’re going to have marijuana stores right across the border, we may as well have them in Vermont and reap the tax revenue.’” “As an economic opportunity, legalized, regulated cannabis is really important, and the world is moving around us whether we choose to engage or not,” said Rob Williams, a leader in the Vermont Cannabis Collaborative, a group of entrepreneurs who have planned f or its eventual legalization. “There is a competitiveadvantage argument to be made, so ifif Massachusetts … were to legalize cannabis, that would be eating into that opportunity, I think.” House Majority Leader Sarah Copeland Hanzas (D-Bradford), (D-Bradf ord), a leading contender to become Vermont’s next House speaker, sounds a lot less reluctant than she did last year. Speaker Shap Smith (D-Morristown) was never pro pot, either. “I will suggest that we move forward with a legalization plan in Vermont,” said Copeland Hanzas,

marijuana social clubs could operate in municipalities that approve them. Arizona, Nevada and Calif ornia residents are also voting on Election Day ballot items that would legalize recreational marijuana in those states. By waiting, Vermont may have finanmissed its chance to reap the fi benefits of of being the fi first in the cial benefi Northeast. A RAND Drug Policy Research Center report issued in January 2015 found that if Vermont legalized marijuana and no if f ollowed suit, the other nearby states followed state could generate between $20 million and $75 million annually just from Vermonters. of marijuana users The population of of Vermont is living within 200 miles of of users nearly 40 times the number of in the state, RAND concluded. They spend $5 billion a year on marijuana, compared to the $125 million to $225

million that Vermonters pay f or pot annually. The state would receive “hundreds of millions” from out-of-staters, the report said. That scenario is no longer likely. Senate Judiciary Committee chair Dick Sears (D-Bennington) expressed some regret that by putting the kibosh on legalization last year, House members may have cost Vermont the chance to realize the largest ﬁnancial gains. “I’m not going to say it’s frustrating, but it makes me wonder. There were so many House members who outand-out opposed it and I don’t think they saw what was coming,” Sears said. “There’s still an opportunity to pass something in Vermont, but obviously the projected revenues wouldn’t be there.” Copeland Hanzas said House members were never motivated by money. “I don’t think anybody f eels strongly that

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“The mechanics have already been studied,” Sears said. “[The departments of ] agriculture, public safety, education, health — they’re fairly well geared up from last year.” Sears said he would be willing to push for marijuana legalization again this session but would prefer to see the House take the lead. In lieu of approving a legalization bill, last May state legislators appointed a study committee that has been taking testimony on marijuana issues since September. It is scheduled to make recommendations to the legislature after Election Day.

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Talk of nearby states legalizing before Vermont has come up in those discussions, according to Simon. Even if Maine and Massachusetts move forward, he suggested that there are still neighboring markets for Vermont to exploit. “New York may be many years away from legalization; the same could be said of New Hampshire,” Simon said. “So there would still be significant interest from out-of-state consumers. For many, it may be, ‘Well, should I go skiing in Vermont or New Hampshire this year?’ And Vermont has legal retail marijuana, so they choose Vermont.” Democratic gubernatorial nominee Sue Minter said she supports marijuana legalization. Her Republican opponent, Lt. Gov. Phil Scott, has indicated he would not sign any legalization bill in the immediate future. “I’m not saying never,” Scott told Vermont Public Radio in June. “I’m saying the timing’s not right. It’s not now.” That stance helped Scott to win the endorsement of the Vermont Police Association, which remains adamantly opposed to legalization. Vermont State Police are monitoring the vote in Massachusetts in anticipation of an increase in drugged driving in southern Vermont should it pass, according to Lt. John Flannigan, head of the Traffi Safety Unit. “Certainly, it’s something we would monitor and adjust enforcement effort as needed,” Flannigan said. “We expect when they legalize, we would have people travel between Vermont and Massachusetts, and there will be more use and abuse — that’s a concern.” To prepare for possible legalization in Vermont, the state earlier this year trained an additional 10 police office in recognizing and testing drugged drivers, boosting the total number in Vermont to 40, Flannigan said. Even Rep. Maxine Grad (D-Moretown), who runs the House Judiciary Committee that has held up past pot legislation, predicted that legal weed is on the way. Since May, she’s been meeting with Sears and other members of the off-season study committee. “For me it’s not a matter of if,” Grad said. “It’s a matter of how and when.” m

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Vermont Public Radio. In that poll, 14 percent said they were undecided. Thi ty-nine percent told VPR they supported Scott, 38 percent Minter and 2 percent Lee. That po l’s margin of error was 3.9 percent. VPR conducted its poll of 650 Vermonters — also using a mix of landlines and cellphones — from September 29 through October 14. WCAX conducted its from October 19 through October 22 — after the station’s televised debate last week. It’s not necessarily safe to assume that the differing results in the two polls represent a shift in the race, because the surveys were conducted by different firms and may employ different methodology.

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Sen. David Zuckerman (P/D-Chittenden), Vermont’s Democratic and Progressive nominee for lieutenant governor, apologized Monday night for questioning the role that the Vermont Air National Guard played in the response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. “I spoke poorly, and I do apologize for that,” he said at a Burlington debate hosted by MyNBC 5. Zuckerman was responding to a May 2013 video posted to Facebook on Sunday. The video shows Zuckerman speaking out against the basing, which has since been approved, during a protest on the steps of Burlington City Hall. “Some of the people that support F-35s say, ‘This is about our safety and our freedom. Look at what they did on 9/11,’” Zuckerman says in the 27-second video. “When I look at what our planes did on 9/11 — they flew ver a site that was already devastated by a terrorist action. I don’t believe they stopped a single thing from happening. So let’s not equate their existence with freedom when they’re after the fact.”

economics and the national Republican line,” said Minter spokesman Elliott Bent. Sanders had not previously raised money for Minter or Zuckerman, but he has proved to be an extraordinarily powerful fundraiser. Last May, a single email to the former presidential candidate’s list netted Rep. Chris Pearson’s (P-Burlington) Vermont Senate campaign $60,000 within three days and, eventually, more than $80,000. Last week, Sanders raised more than $2 million within three days for various congressional candidates.

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According to news stories and the Guard’s own account, Vermont’s F-16s were among the first on the scene a ter terrorists flew two airliners into New ork City’s World Trade Center. They patro led the city’s airspace for 122 consecutive days after the attacks, according to a Guard history. Zuckerman made clear on Monday that he regretted his comments. “I have tremendous respect for our service personnel and the Guard and national service, as well, for their willingness to put their lives on the line for all of us — whether it be in a terrorist situation, a national tragedy or, as we had in Vermont with Hurricane Irene, a natural disaster,” the senator said.

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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) spent last weekend stumping for Vermont’s Democratic slate. Now he’s putting his fundraising might behind two of its top candidates. In a message sent Monday afternoon to his national email list, Sanders called on his loyal base of donors to contribute to Democratic gubernatorial nominee Sue Minter and Democratic/Progressive lieutenant gubernatorial nominee David Zuckerman. The email encourages Sanders’ supporters to split their donations evenly between Minter, Zuckerman, and three out-of-state candidates and causes: California State Senate candidate Jane Kim, California State Assembly candidate Eloise Reyes and California’s Proposition 61, a ballot initiative designed to lower the price of prescription drugs.

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By 8:30 p.m. Monday — six hours after Sanders sent the email — Zuckerman had already raised roughly $20,000 from 2,800 donors, he told Seven Days. Minter’s campaign declined to comment on its haul but issued a statement thanking Sanders for his support. “We’re excited to have Bernie Sanders highlighting Sue as a candidate who shares his values, who will strengthen the middle class and truly tackle Vermont’s affordability issues, rather than simply rehashing trickle-down

outline the recommendations of his Cancer Moonshot initiative. During a roundtable at the University of Vermont, Biden said that researchers had in recent years reached “a real inflection point” in the fight against the disease. But he argue that the medical community continued to face structural deficiencies that hobble communication and co laboration. “We are so far behind the curve on some of the simple things that can make a gigantic difference,” the vice president said. “This is a worldwide problem, and we need an organizational structure that will take us to a different place.” Specifica ly, Biden said, those fighting cancer struggle to access information about their malady, find clinical trials or even share their medical records with far-flung hospitals. Moreover, he argued, the pharmaceutical industry charges too much for life-saving drugs. Biden approached the subject from a personal perspective. His eldest son, Beau, died of brain cancer in May 2015 at age 46. The vice president described meeting other families in his son’s hospital ward and hearing their pleas for “one more month” so that they could attend a child’s graduation or wedding. He expressed confidence that if the nation simply reorganized the way it approached cancer research and treatment, it could provide patients that “one more month.” One cause for optimism, Biden said, was that cancer research remained “the only bipartisan thing left in American politics.”

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The ermont chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union has filed paperwork with the Vermont Supreme Court opposing the prosecution of a man accused of leaving Ku Klux Klan recruitment fliers at the homes of two minority women in Burlington last year. In an amicus brief, the ACLU said William D. Schenk should not be prosecuted because “the government seeks to punish Schenk based solely on the content of his speech.” Schenk, 22, pleaded no contest in April to two misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct on the condition that he could appeal a judge’s decision to not dismiss the charges. A hearing at the Vermont Supreme Court has not been scheduled. The ACLU said it considers the KKK a “despicable hate group” but that “the Constitution does not allow the government to pick and choose which speech it will permit,” ACLU staff attorney Jay Diaz said in a prepared statement. “Instead, it allows the community to respond to hate speech with counter-speech — and that’s exactly what happened in this case when hundreds of people turned out to oppose the hateful message of the KKK,” Diaz said. “Thats how our democracy is supposed to function, not by criminalizing the speech we despise.” Schenk was released in Vermont on time served and then transported to New York, where he faced unrelated charges. Schenk told investigators that he was on a recruiting mission for the KKK and had distributed around 50 fliers in the Burlington area. But authorities said he left fliers for just the two minority women.

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and nephews; her dog, Ozzy; and her extended family at⁄Eastview.⁄Ellen was predeceased by her brother James Peace.⁄A funeral mass will be held⁄October⁄27⁄at Saint Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Rochester,⁄Vt.,⁄at11 a.m.; friends are welcome.⁄Everyone is encouraged to join in a Celebration of Life at the Worthy Burger, 56 Rainbow St., in South Royalton⁄at1 p.m. ¦ e patio at the Worthy Burger is dog friendly; Ozzy would greatly appreciate the attendance of your friendly, four-legged family members. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations can be made to the Belcher Library,⁄PO Box 144,⁄Gaysville, VT 05746. Arrangements are under the direction⁄of SandersonDucharme Funeral Home.

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Ellen A. Burke, 68, passed⁄away⁄October 11 at Porter Medical Center. She⁄was born on April 25, 1948, in Long Island City, N.Y., the daughter of John and Agnes (Cross) Peace. She is survived by her husband, Michael H. Burke of Gaysville, Vt. Ellen graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in English in 1970, where she met the love of her life. Ellen was strong, quiet and ﬁercely dedicated to improving her community and took every opportunity to help those in need. Her happiest days were spent volunteering as a librarian at Belcher Library in⁄Gaysville.⁄Shewas a⁄Girl Scout⁄leader, a guardian ad litem and an event coordinator for the PTA. Ellen⁄enjoyed travel,⁄literature,⁄going to the theater⁄andthe arts. Some of her favorite hobbies included knitting, quilting and crossword puzzles.⁄In2005, Ellen spent a year off from her busy life to care for parents, Agnes and John.

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Astonishing Lif e of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation. (Neither author’s writing is on the program.) A string quartet made up of f our members of the Boston-based Aurea Ensemble will play the music. Two will be f amiliar to Vermont audiences: violinist Katherine Winterstein and violist Consuelo Sherba, both members of the VERMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Anderson originally put together “Music for Barns” for a June concert at Twenty Summers, a music series held in a restored barn in Provincetown, Mass. (The author curates literary concerts once a year for the series.) As he spent time in Vermont, however, he discovof ered a surprisingly strong tradition of shape-note singing, he says in a recent phone conversation. Anderson — —˝ who has sung with shape-note groups Plainfield and in Plainﬁ Montpelier — soon realized a repeat program would interest plenty of Green f o Mountain residents. The author has a fformidable ormidable grasp o off both music and musical history, and a knack for capturing music in words. All help make

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Anderson’s program notes ffor or Sunday’s concert nearly as gripping a read as Symphony. In what amounts to a small musical treatise, he proposes that the literary and musical works both “suggest a nostalgia for something simple and fine that is lost, an fi Edenic homeland that may never have existed.” Aaron Copland first may be the fi composer this description brings to mind, but Anderson skips the obvious and unearths a more rarified strain in U.S. rarifi musical history. His program choices range ffrom rom hymns by 18th-century Randolph resident Justin Morgan — yes, the horse breeder was also a composer — to the 1982 fiddle tune by Jay Ungar that Ken Burns used to such e° ect in “The Civil War.” Each musical work is an e° ort to, well, make the country great again, Anderson argues, though not in so many words. Yale undergraduate Charles Ives f ashioned his first string quartet (1898-1902) f rom gospel hymns to stick it to the educated, who thought themselves beyond America’s rustic traditions. In the 1970s, John Cage hailed the country’s bicentennial with his own minimalist versions of 18thcentury tunes in 44 Harmonies From Apartment House 1776. (The program includes four of those harmonies.) In Anderson’s reading, the music selections seem bathed in the “light of late af ternoon” evoked by Jane Kenyon’s beautif ul, nostalgic poem

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time author M.T. organized an event that combined live classical music and a reading — of his book Symphony for the City of the Dead: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad — the venue was packed to overflowing. For his latest o° ering in this vein, Anderson and organizing sponsor Bear Pond Books in Montpelier have wisely snagged a bigger venue: the main room of the VERMONT COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS chapel. There, audiences who like their arts mixed will be regaled with “Music ffor or Barns” this Sunday af afternoon. ternoon. The adventurous program alternates selected readings ffrom rom American writers of of the rural — John James Audubon, Robert Frost, Jane Smiley and E.B. White among them — with excerpts ffrom rom American ffolk, olk, fi fiddle, hymn and other music fi fit (if not composed) to be heard in barns. The readers are Anderson, who recently moved to East Calais, and part-time Vermonter GREGORY MAGUIRE, who wrote Wicked, the book on which the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is based. Anderson won the National Book Award ffor or his young adult novel The ANDERSON

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“Let Evening Come,” one of the literary works on the program. Anderson says he hopes his program of “musical Americana” addresses the question: “How do you use the tradition of rural American music-making in a modern age?” “These are reﬂections of what it means to be American, and also reﬂections of how we can use that going f orward,” he says. Timely musings, indeed. Contact: lilly@sevendaysvt.com

INFO “Music for Barns,” literary concert with M.T. Anderson, Gregory Maguire and members of the Aurea Ensemble, Sunday, October 30, 4 p.m., at College Hall Chapel, Vermont College of Fine Arts, in Montpelier. $25-30. bearpondbooks.com

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before the Phoenix event; in an email, she says she’ll “use the opportunity while I am there to visit the affected schools.” The novelist is fascinated by how experiences of loss can link people in far-flung locations; while she was still writing Another Kind of Hurricane, her home was damaged by Tropical Storm Irene. Now she and Fothergill have joined another local children’s author, KATE MESSNER — who posted about the flooding on her blog — in urging Vermonters to look south. “I believe in connection more than anything, and the alchemy that can come from connection,” Smith writes, “and this benefit will, hopefully, allow people to engage in this kind of bridge building.”

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This past August, flooding in southern Louisiana damaged 55,000 homes, reviving bitter memories of Hurricane Katrina. Now, two Vermont authors who wrote about that earlier disaster have teamed up for a local benefit to support some of the flood’s youngest victims. TAMARA ELLIS SMITH of Richmond is the author of Another Kind of Hurricane, a middle-grade novel published last year. About a New Orleans boy and a Vermonter who discover their unexpected connection in the hurricane’s wake, it was a finalist for the Vermont Book Award. ALICE FOTHERGILL is a sociology prof at the University of Vermont. She coauthored Children of Katrina, a study of kids displaced by the disaster over a seven-year period. Both authors will read from and discuss their work on Thursday, November 3, at a benefit for Baton Rouge schools at Phoenix Books Burlington. Books bought and donated at the event will help replenish the libraries of ravaged Louisiana schools. Smith will attend the Louisiana Book Festival the weekend

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has written reams on paranormal phenomena in the Green Mountains — some 11 nonfiction books on that subject and related terrain. As bef its Vermont’s “Ghost-master General,” his new book, The Vermont Ghost Experience, is chockfull of spine-tingling spook stories, ranging from a classic haunted house tale in Richf ord to a Lovecraf tian monster mystery in Irasburg. But amid these ghastly tales, one experience in particular stands out: Citro’s own. In “Introduction: The Night Visitor,” the lead-in to the book’s second act, Citro recalls a personal brush with a spectral phenomenon. It’s a ghost story of sorts, but not in the traditional sense. That’s because the ghost in question is a living person: Citro’s then-girlfriend, Sheila. We won’t spoil the tale — it’s pretty creepy. But Citro’s late-night encounter highlights one hallmark o f great ghost stories: They make it hard to tell what is real or imagined, whether an apparition is indeed a visitor f rom another plane or the product of an unquiet mind. Think of Jack Torrance, the homicidal hotel caretaker in Stephen King’s The Shining. Are malevolent spirits from the Overlook Hotel’s past driving Torrance to “redrum,” or does he just have a seriously bad case of cabin fever? It’s never quite clear. Citro’s story of Sheila draws a similarly shadowy line between the real and the surreal, providing a chilling and thought-provoking context f or the true-life tales that surround it. “A great ghost story can be fiction — and there are a lot of terrific ones,” says Citro in a recent interview with Seven Days. But, he stresses, great ghost stories can also be true — or at least true to our subjective experience. “In this book, and with this particular case, I just wanted to use my own OSEPH A. CITRO

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BOOKS experience to remind readers that we can be fooled,” he continues. “The same f i e senses we use to f illet f act f rom f antasy can also conspire to convince us there is a sixth. I’m saying, ‘Look! It happened to me!’” “The Night Visitor” is not the f ir t personal experience about which Citro has written in his books. In the introduction to his 2012 book Vermont’s Haunts: Tall Tales & True From the Green Mountain State, he related what he describes as “an inexplicable adventure with an empty glass that leaves even my scientist friends baffle ” But that’s about the extent of his encounters with the supernatural. By and large, Citro’s charge is telling the tall tales of others. “I have had a f ew unusual experiences, but none unambiguously with ‘spirits,’” he says. “My purpose in lif e seems to be more to

collect the stories than to experience them. I suppose that gives me a bit of reportorial distance.” Citro prides himsel f on conducting a thorough vetting process grounded in painstaking research and interviews. One example f rom the new book is “St. Albans,” presented in a graphic novel f ormat by local cartoonist ROBERT WALDO BRUNELLE JR. Brunelle, whose comic strip “Mr. Brunelle Explains It All” appears weekly in Seven Days, drew the illustrations that pepper the book. The tale is based on a 1998 interview with a St. Albans man named Raymond Shepard, then 93 years old. Shepard recounted a ghoulish encounter that he and his brother experienced at their home in 1915, involving a dead child whose spirit was not exactly at rest. It’s a pitch-perf ect gothic ghost story, made all the more creepy by the reputability of its source. “I’d swear there is simply no way [Shepard] was insincere about what happened to him,” Citro attests. The chapter closes with f actual evidence that emerged many years later and helps cement the old man’s veracity. But does that mean it’s true? Did the old man really see a ghost? Citro, both by nature and occupational requirement, is a skeptic. When asked if he believes in ghosts, the “Bard of the Bizarre” hedges. “Well, I have collected a lot of evidence, but I am still sitting on the fence,” he says. “Which, I must admit, can get a little uncomfortable after a while.” Though perhaps not as uncomfortable as the delightfully eerie tales he tells. m

INFO The ermont Ghost Experience by Joseph A. Citro, with illustrations by Robert Waldo Brunelle Jr., Bat Books, 172 pages. $15. Citro will sign books on Sunday, October 30, at noon at the Eloquent Page in St. Albans.

LOCAL FILM AND MULTIMEDIA PROJECT TOGETHER ILLUMINATE A TRAGEDY On March 4, 1908, the Lake View School in Collinwood, Ohio, went up in flames. Of th approximately 370 people inside, 172 children and one teacher were killed. That sto y forms the core of the animated fil “The Co linwood Fire,” which screened last Friday as part of the Vermont Filmmakers’ Showcase at the VERMONT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. There it recei ed two awards: the Zero Gravity Award for the “most innovative film” and th Footage Farm USA Award for the “most creative use of archival footage.” While people without ties to the Cleveland area may never have heard of this tragedy, the six-minute film is the fruit of local collaboration. Directed by Middlebury College animation instructor DANIEL HOUGHTON, it represents the culmination of research by Midd American studies professor MICHAEL NEWBURY and serves as one entry point to a much larger web-based platform. Part historical resurrection, part pedagogical experiment, Newbury’s COLLINWOODFIRE.ORG seeks to engage its viewers — particularly students — in a highly detailed multimedia experience. The site o fers a thoroughly researched portrait not only of a specific disaste , but of how the media and the public shaped the stories that arose from it. Newbury, whose courses include “The Imagination o Disaster,” sees the Collinwood fir as representative of “a moment in urban industrial history” when industry-related accidents occurred with tremendous frequency, he says. In that era, the Cleveland suburb was characterized by its flourishin rail yard and the economy that sprouted from it — saloons and watering holes, immigrant laborers, smokestacks, and environmental degradation.

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example, put forward the school’s all-female teachers as noble exemplars of white Protestant femininity, despite evidence to the contrary. The school’s janitor, Swiss-German immigrant Fritz Hirter, was initially blamed for the blaze. In one cinematic embellishment, student Glenn Sanderson was reported to have swung from a third-floor chandelier in a vain attempt at escape. “I wanted the website to have a feeling of vastness about it,” Newbury says. “I wanted it to feel like a place you could get experientially lost in.” It certainly does. Using the film as a reference point, historical spelunkers can explore a wealth of information that ranges from the hyperspecific to the abstract. Newspaper clippings, for example, give way to ruminations on the theories of Walter Benjamin and the origins of the cinematic spinning-headline cliché. Through thoughtful research and creative engagement, Houghton and Newbury have reinvigorated the study of events both forgotten and sordid. What are the merits of reliving such tragedy? Above all, Newbury hopes the platform will emerge as a significant teaching tool in the digital era. His goal, he says, is to make collinwoodfire org “irresistibly teachable,” and to reshape academic approaches to history in the process.

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From its opening, Houghton’s film emphasizes the connection between those economic conditions and the media, particularly newspapers. As a streetcar zooms toward the plume of the burning Lake View School, featherlight newsprint pages catch the wind. Newbury’s website points out that the number of American daily papers grew fourfold from 1870 to 1900. Stories are often said to “catch like wildfire,” and both Houghton and Newbury explore the relevance of that metaphor to the literal blaze. The website asserts, “Th narrative of the fire went up in flames one day only to be reborn like a phoenix the next.” The fil sweeps through the burning building’s interior, where the walls are revealed to be papered in newsprint. Houghton took creative license with that detail, as he did in presenting the school as a dramatically open space. “I kind of fell in love with the notion that, by building an unreal space, you could get closer to the space that people imagined,” he says. The film is not easy to watch. The animation successfully evokes the horrific reality of nearly 200 children trapped and dying in a building recklessly designed like a furnace. As the shock fades, however, viewers can turn to the website to gain a greater understanding of the stories that proliferated after the fire Newbury’s texts and ample archival material offer tales of heroism and villainy. Commentators on the tragedy, for

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In June of this year, shortly after the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Indianapolis-based artist Nathaniel Russell used social media to share one of his signature “fake fliers.” It read: “Witches: We need you. Hex on NRA, curse for Trump, love potion for all Earth peoples.” Russell encouraged anyone and everyone to freely distribute the artwork, and it popped up on Instagram feeds and bulletin boards around the country. As Halloween approaches, FEMINISTS AGAINST TRUMP — a faction of the VERMONT FEMINIST COLLABORATIVE — will answer the call for activist witchcraft in its own way. On Saturday, October 29, the group will gather at the top of Burlington’s Church Street to “cast magical spells of love and feminism to destroy the Great Orange One and the racism, xenophobia and sexism he feeds on,” according to an event flier. fi e witches theme isn’t just a seasonal tie-in. Organizer LAURIE ESSIG comments by phone that witchcraft seemed an apropos vehicle for political spectacle given that “witches have historically been associated with nasty women.” She’s referring, of course, to Donald Trump’s criticism of Hillary Clinton as “such a nasty woman” in last week’s third and final presidential debate. Trump’s choice of words, imbued with double entendre, was near-instantaneously co-opted with glee by many Clinton supporters. fi The Vermont event fi fits into a broader trend of “magical” protests, from the widely publicized mass “hexing” of accused rapist Brock Turner to the WITCH performance collective’s January ritual in support of Chicago housing rights to this month’s annual “fi e Resurrection of Care” in Los Angeles. Essig, a professor of sociology and director of the Gender, Sexuality andıFeminist and Feminist Studiesıprogram at Middlebury College, will lead Saturday’s witch-in with TINA ESCAJA. fi e latter

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teaches Spanish at the University of Vermont and is interim director of its Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies program. fi ey are currently at work writing original spells in both English and Spanish. fi e Vermont Feminist Collaborative, still in its infancy, is a loose network of teachers and scholars from Vermont’s institutions of higher learning, including Saint Michael’s College, Castleton University, Middlebury and UVM. Essig explains that the group addresses questions of how to share resources and “shape the world of Vermont feminism.” Initiatives in the works include a series of Wikipedia edit-athons. How large will the anti-Trump coven get on Saturday? It’s hard to say for sure, but costumes are encouraged, as are to-bedetermined forms of participation that fit the event’s spirit. “fi e point is to open it up to the community,” says Essig, “[and to] make some good feminist magic to surround ourselves with — something other than the hate that his campaign supports.” Will there be Trumpkins? “We might be smashing Trumpkins,” Essig says. RACHEL ELIZABETH JONES

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We’re told not to use the elevators if there’s a fire. But how are people expected to evacuate from skyscrapers? Does everyone really just take the stairs? I’m disabled, and I wouldn’t want someone risking their life carrying me down so many flights. Couldn’t they connect the tall buildings like hospitals do, so you could evacuate horizontally? Preston cities, including Minneapolis, Des Moines and Calgary, have run with this idea, refashioning their downtowns into humansize Habitrails by linking buildings into a miles-long skyway network. These passages weren’t built as safety features, but rather for the convenience and comfort of shoppers and o⁄ ce workers in wintertime, and they’re typically only a couple stories above street level — not much help if you’re fleeing the 40th floor.− Skyways aren’t notably cheap — connecting a new football stadium to the existing Minneapolis system recently cost more than $10 million — and they’re out of favor with urbanists, who fret about foot tra⁄ c being diverted indoors, thus robbing city streets of their vibrancy. More to our point, they also might not be the safest structures in an emergency: For one thing, as Minneapolis discovered during a 1982 department-store fire,

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to address the safety concerns that once made elevators the No. 1 way not to leave a building during a fire. In skyscrapers built on this principle, you’d evacuate by first taking the stairs to one of several skylobby floors —−the ones where under nonemergency conditions passengers transfer from express to local elevators. (You might also get to the sky lobby via special shuttle elevators from designated “refuge floors” throughout the building.) The express car you eventually board contains drainage systems to prevent flooding and is protected from smoke by the pressurized shaft it travels through. The days of elevators returning to the ground floor and remaining disabled throughout a disaster may be numbered.− So let’s forget parachutes and copters and futuristic passageways zig-zagging across the skyline —−building safety is one field where disruption, to use the loathsome tech jargon, matters less than incremental improvement. Engineers seem to have chosen to fine-tune older concepts rather than chase eye-popping new ones, and that makes sense: In case of fire, you want your evacuation to be as dull and uneventful as possible.

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ou’ve heard of the Bermuda Triangle, and perhaps the Michigan Triangle and British Columbia’s Highway 16. These locations and many more throughout the world are famous — or rather, infamous — for unexplained disappearances that seem to occur with outsize f requency, scale or both. Planes evaporate f rom radar, never to be seen again. The sea swallows large ships whole in calm conditions. Drivers vanish without a trace. The mysterious nature of these disappearances hints at the supernatural. Might Vermont have its own version of this unsettling geographical phenomenon? Indeed. The so-called Bennington Triangle is a vaguely deﬁned — and decidedly not triangular — area in southwestern Vermont that has gained renown as an epicenter of weirdness and tragedy. Just north of Bennington, the region has been a hotbed of alleged UFO and Bigfoot sightings and legends of man-eating rocks. One f ancif ul bit of f olklore even grants the area its own nightmarish beast: the red-eyed Bennington Monster. But the Triangle’s most disturbing occurrences — and the most grounded in documented fact — are its numerous strange and unsolved disappearances. At the heart of Bennington Triangle lore is Glastenbury Mountain. The 3,700f oot peak is part of the 400,000-acre Green Mountain National Forest and home to the ghost town of Glastenbury. (Cue eerie music.) During Vermont’s logging boom in the mid-1800s, Glastenbury’s two primary settlements, South Glastenbury and Fayville, thrived as part of the region’s timber and charcoal industries. By the late 1880s, however, much of the mountain had been clear-cut, and the town’s population rapidly declined. In 1889, the railroad line from Bennington to Glastenbury stopped operating, e° ectively cutting o° the town from the world. In 1894, trolley service was restored in an expensive e° ort to develop South Glastenbury as a tourist attraction. A resort and casino opened there in the summer of 1898. But a ﬂood that winter destroyed the train tracks running along Bolles Brook. The resort was abandoned and fell into disrepair. (Author’s note: The name of that brook kinda creeps me out.) The State of Vermont unincorporated Glastenbury in 1937. All that remains of the

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two settlements are the stone foundations of the sawmills and a decrepit footbridge over the brook. The mountain has reclaimed the rest, creating a perfect setting for ghoulish tales. Between 1945 and 1950, eight disappearances were documented on or near Glastenbury Mountain. They remain unsolved. The most f amous case is that of Paula Jean Welden, who disappeared without a trace on December 1, 1946. The Bennington College student went for a day hike on the Long Trail and never returned. A massive three-week search was fruitless — though criticism of the flawed methodology of that manhunt ultimately led to the formation of the Vermont State Police. Welden was last seen wearing red, which birthed the local belief that donning crimson on the peak is bad juju. It might not be the first such superstition Glastenbury Mountain has inspired: Though we couldn’t find evidence to support the claim, local lore holds that Native American tribes avoided the treacherous mountain, believing it cursed. Is it? Numerous vanishings have been reported since Welden’s, including that of a trio of hunters in 1981; they were never found. “I’m surprised more people haven’t been lost up there,” says Tyler Resch. A former editor of the Bennington Banner, he

currently works as a research librarian at the Bennington Museum and is the author of Glastenbury: The History of a Vermont Ghost Town from the History Press. Given the mountain’s remote and rugged terrain, Resch considers it a wonder more hikers and hunters haven’t gone missing. However, he doesn’t believe the mountain or settlements are haunted. “We call them ghost towns, which inevitably raises the whole supernatural thing f or those who are inclined that way,” Resch says, but he notes he’s never experienced anything strange or spooky on Glastenbury. He maintains that there has been just one disappearance in Glastenbury proper: 74-year-old guide Middie Rivers vanished on the mountain while leading a hunting party in 1945. “I’m a realist,” Resch explains. “I deal in documentation in a library, and I can’t document supernatural stu° .” Joe Citro might disagree, given that he’s built a career on documenting stories of the supernatural in Vermont. Citro is a folklorist and the author of several books on mysterious happenings in Vermont, a few of which cover strange events in and around Glastenbury. (See story on his latest book on page 26.) He coined the term “Bennington Triangle.” The disappearances around Glastenbury Mountain need not be

explained as paranormal, Citro opines. From abandoned wells to deep mountain crevasses, the region o° ers all manner of mundane ways f or a person to go missing. Things get spooky, he says, when those poor souls are never found. “That’s eerie. Uncanny,” Citro says. “And it leaves people f eeling as if dark forces might be at work.” The decades of reports of Bigfoot-like creatures and unexplained lights, sounds and smells, among other odd phenomena attributed to the Glastenbury region, only enhance the Bennington Triangle’s sinister allure. “Separate, unconnected events are linked in the imagination, and a creepy story is created that is greater than the sum of its parts,” says Citro, seeming to downplay the legend he has helped to popularize. If Vermont’s preeminent ghost-story teller himself is dubious, perhaps there’s reason f or skepticism about Glastenbury and the Bennington Triangle. Still, when you go for a hike up those shadowy trails, will you wear red?

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urlington artist Darshana Bolt spent most of the hot, humid day of July 13 at the Howard Center’s crisis center on Pine Street. The 31-year-old woman had threatened to kill herself, which landed her in the six-bed ASSIST Program in the city’s south end. Despite being under supervision, shortly before 7 p.m. she informed sta˜ that she was going outside to smoke a cigarette. She never returned. Four days later, a passerby found Bolt suspended from a tree in a dense patch of woods nearby. Police concluded that she had hanged herself shortly after walking out of the mental health facility, the entrance of which is marked by a sign that promises: “Help is here.” The suicide of the dark-haired bohemian beauty who cruised around Burlington on a gold-spray-painted bicycle stunned her loved ones, even though some of them knew Bolt’s fragile mental health seemed to be disintegrating. Members of her family believe that if she’d been watched more carefully, Bolt would be alive today. They have broader concerns, too, about the quality of health care in a state that has transitioned from warehousing the mentally ill in asylums to relying on community programs. Vermont emergency rooms are often crowded with patients waiting for beds in hospital psych wards. Those who are referred to alternative treatment such as Howard’s have to go voluntarily. They have a legal right to leave — Vermont favors liberty over forced commitment. The ASSIST Center did err in caring f or Bolt, according to a recent report f rom the Vermont Division of Licensing and Protection at the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living, which investigated her death. The crisis center f ailed to provide her appropriate supervision as required under state regulations governing therapeutic community residences —°and broke its own rules by allowing her to leave the building not once but twice without a sta˜ escort. The center’s rule says that all new clients need to stay “on the unit” for the first 24 hours of any stay and should not leave unaccompanied. That crucial monitoring period allows sta˜ to determine whether a patient qualifies for nonvoluntary hospital admission. Neither ASSIST program coordinator Angela Fereday-Parent nor Howard Center CEO Bob Bick granted requests for comment. But Fereday-Parent responded to the state report with a written correction plan as required by law. ASSIST will retrain sta˜ in policies and procedures for suicidal patients and provide more scrutiny and documentation of patients who want to leave the facility within the first 24 hours of arrival, according to the plan. But that won’t bring back Bolt, her older sister, Serenity, pointed out. “This is unconscionable; they failed in their most basic mission.” She continued, “I would like to see strict regulations put in place to make sure that when somebody is admitted to a crisis center with suicidal ideation, that it is taken just as seriously as someone who is admitted to the hospital with a serious injury.” Darshana’s f ather, Frederick “Ben” Bolt, agrees. “I’m hoping there will be a public outcry” and that “the Howard Center will have to clean its act up.”

Despite Darshana’s struggles, f riends and f amily say she was a compelling, creative person. During her last two years in Burlington, she cohosted a poetry show on public access television, coordinated the Old North End Ramble, joined her studio mates at the Howard Space building in the 2015 ﬁght to preserve artistfriendly zoning in the Pine Street corridor, and produced dozens of paintings, collages and drawings. Some were dark portraits with an air of su˜ ering; others were sardonic or gleeful.

Darshana often of ten made herself herself into a human canvas, by wearing gauzy fairy f airy wings over thrift thrif t shop clothing, or glamour-girl eyeliner and bright red lipstick to dress up a paint-splattered jumpsuit. Burlington chanteuse Kat Wright remembered her general f“fabulousness” “ abulousness” in a moving Instagram post that wound up on Facebook in the week after af ter Darshana’s death. She was a regular at Radio Bean coff eehouse, the hipster downtown music feehouse, venue that Wright owns with her husband, Lee Anderson. “I’m so stunned that someone so kind, so open, so creative, so righteous, so beautiful, so young could fi ﬁnd herself trapped in such deep darkness,” Wright wrote. “She was mesmerizing, she was brilliant, she was buoyant.” ° The daughter of of Jessica and Ben Bolt was born in upstate New York and spent her early years with sister Serenity and three stepsiblings in a log cabin in the foothills of of the Adirondacks. Jessica worked on and off o˛ as a f amily moved teacher; Ben designed book covers. The family around — to Wisconsin, to North Carolina — before settling in the St. Johnsbury area, where Darshana attended St. Johnsbury Academy. Her parents now reside in Glover.

Darshana’s talents could not make up for f or the problems she faced. She had diffi di˝ culty earning a living from her art and struggled to fi ﬁnd paying work and stable housing. Digestive problems often left her feeling ill, and she had bouts of depression. She saw a psychiatrist and at times became angry or disoriented in public. Other times she was afraid af raid to go out in public alone, according to Serenity. At the time of of her death, she had been diagnosed with dissociative disorder, a condition characterized by detachment and disorientation, and was on federal disability, according to her family members. They also say Darshana was abusing Adderall and couldn’t seem to wean herself off o˛ it. Large doses left her shaky and unable to sleep, sometimes for days at a time. Darshana and Goblik broke up in part because of that addiction, according to her sister. Darshana was also trying to stop taking more recently prescribed dosages of the anti-depression medication Eff E˛ exor. Darshana did not interact with her parents much in the year before bef ore her death, but Ben and Jessica said they thought about her frequently — and —°and worried. Serenity, who lives in Montpelier, visited her sister twice in July at the South Winooski Avenue apartment she was renting with a federal Section 8 subsidy. She said Darshana was happy to have her own apartment after long periods of couch surfing, house sitting and sleeping in art studios. But she also seemed confused at times, and her hands shook, Serenity said. They made plans to get together again soon.

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Darshana excelled in high school and won a scholarship to study art at Bennington College. But she had trouble organizing herself to meet deadlines, and, af ter two years, the college asked her to leave. When she was in her early twenties, Darshana was diagnosed with attention deficit disorder and began treating it with the drug Adderall. The stimulant, though widely prescribed to children and adults, is an amphetamine with side e˛ ects that can include insomnia and depression. Darshana came to view Adderall as an unhealthy addiction and was struggling to get o˛ it at the time of her death. After Bennington, Darshana took a break from school and eventually enrolled at the University of Vermont, graduating in 2012 with an art degree and teaching certification. She traveled and lived for a time in Cambodia, where she taught art to children and created what she considered to be some of her best work. A bout of typhoid f ever brought her home to Vermont, according to her parents and sister, and she attributed lingering digestive problems to the tropical disease. Af ter a brief stint in New York City, she landed in Burlington two years ago and began dating f ellow artist and activist Brian Goblik. Together they decided to take new first names and a joint last name. She called herself Emerald Avilix, and Goblik chose Ibnar Avilix. He declined to speak to Seven Days.

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A f ew days later Darshana went into the crisis that ended with her suicide, as documented in the police report and the state Division of Licensing and Protection investigation. On July 12 at 5:35 a.m., Burlington police went to Darshana’s apartment because a f riend staying there called to report that the young woman was acting erratically. Darshana hadn’t slept in days and appeared to be on the verge of a breakdown. She had ﬂushed bottles of Adderall down the toilet and took a cellphone video of herself vowing to quit cold turkey. Police convinced Darshana to go to the emergency room at the University of Vermont Medical Center for evaluation. Health o˝ cials at UVMMC will not discuss her case, citing privacy laws. Her parents are in the process of seeking her medical records but for now do not have the details. All they know is that Darshana was not admitted to the secure hospital psychiatry unit and was instead referred to Howard’s ASSIST Program, a residential setting for “crisis respite and stabilization” that opened in 2012. According to the state report, Darshana was admitted at 2:30 a.m. on July 13 after hospitalization and observations f or erratic behavior and “suicidal ideation.” Her mood alternated between “tearful and upbeat.” More than 12 hours later, at 3 p.m., Darshana said she wanted to take a walk outside. When sta˛ told her that patients are required to stay in the unit for the ﬁrst 24 hours of their stay, Darshana became angry and reminded them that she was there voluntarily, the report said. She walked out the door alone. The state report noted, “The program coordinator provided client with permission to leave the unit.”

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Within an hour, Darshana was having a public meltdown on Pine Street. At 3:47 p.m., Burlington police received a call from one of her f riends, who was with Darshana at ArtsRiot. The person’s name is blacked out on the public records that the police released to Seven Days, but it’s clear that he or she expressed fear that Darshana was going to hurt herself. Police came and found Darshana in an agitated state a few blocks north, near Curtis Lumber. “Bolt appeared to be under stress and would fluctuate f rom crying and yelling,” the report reads. A second friend arrived, convinced Darshana to return to ASSIST and took her back to the facility. That person, referred to only as “Friend B” in the state report, told ASSIST sta° that Darshana had spoken of hanging herself . “The f riend was assured that the client would be safe on the unit,” the report reads. Around 6:40 p.m. Friend B asked to go out to smoke a cigarette with Darshana. Sta° allowed them to exit the building together. Within 20 minutes, Friend B returned without Darshana and then left, too. When Darshana had not come inside by 7:15 p.m., a sta° person went outside to look for her — to no avail. The police came, searched unsuccessfully for her and issued a missing-persons report. “The client was f ound several days later to have committed suicide,” the state report reads. That passively constructed sentence downplays the drama of the scene. Police arrived on July 17 to f ind Darshana hanging by a piece of cloth f rom a tree. The midsummer heat had taken its toll, and her face — once so luminous and striking — was unrecognizable. “The body showed advanced stages of decomposition,” according to the police report. Police knew the “decedent” could be the missing Darshana Bolt because of her proximity to the ASSIST Center. The spot was a five-minute walk away, in a patch of woods that runs behind the facility and the neighboring Champlain School Apartments. They made a tentative identification by studying her tattoos — a bird on her back, numbers on her arm — and comparing them to pictures on her Twitter and Facebook pages. Burlington Police Detective Je° rey Beerworth, the lead investigating o˝ cer, tracked down Darshana’s parents and dispatched a state trooper from the St. Johnsbury barracks to notify them of their daughter’s death. The family was completely shocked, said Serenity, who was staying with her parents at the time. None of them knew Darshana had gone to the hospital, been admitted to ASSIST or that she had been missing for four days. “The biggest, most painf ul thing f or me is that she went for help when she felt that she was losing control,” Serenity said. She’s convinced that her sister wanted to live but couldn’t endure the withdrawal from her meds on top of her other mental health issues. “I don’t think that people go to a crisis center in order to kill themselves.”

Liberty or Death While the Bolt family ﬁnds fault with ASSIST, mental health advocates defend it. The Howard Center’s program opened at 851 Pine Street to provide short-term residential care to patients in psychiatric crisis whose needs are not as acute as patients who are treated in hospital psychiatric wards. The small center, near the busy corner of Pine and Flynn Avenue, also cares for patients who are transitioning from an inpatient hospital stay back to the community. Vermont needs more such f acilities, not f ewer, said Jack McCullough, director of Vermont Legal Aid’s Mental Health Law Project. Even after learning of the state’s investigation of ASSIST, and expressing sympathy f or the

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Bolt family, he said the answer isn’t to push more people into psych wards. “The only people who should be in hospitals are people who can’t be saf ely treated somewhere else,” he said. “So it’s a good thing that we have these alternatives to hospitalization.” Facilities such as ASSIST can’t legally f orce people to stay, but they can “follow them out of the facility and keep track of them and try and talk them into staying,” McCullough said. Sta° ers can always call the police if they believe a more secure environment is required. Under state law, patients can be admitted against their will to secure psychiatric f acilities in hospitals. But doctors must be able to show that the person has a mental illness that imperils the patient or others. Danger of self-harm may be established by threats or attempts at suicide, according to state guidelines. It’s unclear why, when Darshana had talked about committing

suicide, she was not admitted to the hospital psych ward and kept there. Evaluating and caring f or suicidal patients requires balancing their saf ety and their liberty, McCullough explained: “It’s a big, big deal to have … the power of the state … confine them against their will and then, even beyond that, potentially inject them with powerf ul drugs … that change the workings of their brain. I think we need to be extremely cautious in taking that step for anybody.” That longer-term involuntary commitment is even more complicated —˙it requires a court process —˙is a good thing, McCullough added. Rep. Anne Donohue (R-Northfield), who herself attempted suicide in the late 1990s, agreed that it’s extremely di˝ cult to make the call about appropriate treatment in crisis situations. “It’s really hard in any specific case to say, ‘Well, gee, what would have made it di° erent?’ There’s always a tension between protecting the emotional dignity and rights of a person and protecting their physical safety,” she said. Voluntary intermediate care facilities such as ASSIST provide more options, according to Donohue. Having more of them in Vermont would allow patients who are ready to leave locked hospital wards to check out sooner. Many are stuck now because they have no place to go, Donohue said. More transitional beds would also reduce emergency room wait times and allow patients to get into psychiatric care wards quicker, she said. For decades Vermont and many other states sent people with mental health issues to so-called asylums. The Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury, built in 1890, once had as many as 1,700 patients. The number gradually declined to around 50 patients. Vermont leaders were trying to close the hospital and replace it with a f ully decentralized care model when Tropical Storm Irene flooded Waterbury in 2011, accelerating the process. The state has since built a smaller f acility in Berlin and uses other hospital psychiatric wards and various smaller community f acilities. It has 188 beds statewide f or inpatient psychiatric care, 45 of which are involuntary, high-security spots. Vermont also has an additional 40 crisis beds for voluntary care, including the six at ASSIST. Vermont Mental Health Commissioner Frank Reed would not comment on the specifics of Darshana’s case, other than to say the state follows up to ensure facilities correct deficiencies as they have pledged to do. Reed also believes Vermont should discuss allowing involuntary admissions in transitional bed facilities such as ASSIST. But many mental health advocates oppose that, he said, and so the idea isn’t likely to move forward. Patient suicides at secure facilities are rare and considered a serious failing on par with amputating the wrong limb in a surgical procedure, Reed explained, adding they are also uncommon at voluntary transitional facilities. But in August, the Brattleboro Retreat was found deficient for discharging a patient who then promptly committed suicide. Reed acknowledged the di˝ culty of gauging suicide risk. “It is a moment-in-time review. You can never be quite sure of what stressors f ace the person when they leave hospitalization … There’s a lot of free choice that impacts what happens.” Meanwhile, the patch of woods where Darshana died in Burlington has changed from green to gold and autumn red. Dead leaves cover the ground. Serenity is convinced that her sister would have overcome her problems had she made it through that one final crisis. She believes the mental health system failed, profoundly. “I feel like when my sister died, something in me died as well … my faith in this system.” Contact: molly@sevendaysvt.com

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Dead Reckoning Good fences are fine, but a gra eyard is better. B Y ER IN HA NL EY

are actually full of subtle human activity that plays out in slow motion. From my vantage point, I watched the preparations f or many f unerals. Tuck, the longtime cemetery superintendent at Mount Calvary, would fir t dig a hole with the backhoe, squinting f rom the smoke of his cigarette. Then he’d pull the green Astroturf carpet over the rude mound and retreat to the f ringes, to wait. Soon would come the procession, with its solemn images of grief: the black hearse, the family in somber colors.

Near the end of the service, Tuck would reemerge, almost invisibly, to lower the cof f i into the ground. Then it was back to the edges, and another cigarette, to wait until the last car had gone. Af terward, he’d f ill the hole with dirt and arrange the f l wers over the grave. A week later, when the blooms had withered, he’d take them away. I logged a lot of miles walking among those gravestones thinking about the history they represent: the flu epidemic of 1918; soldiers killed since the Civil

War; the extravagant losses of children. I loved discovering the strange f ir t names: Vergene, Exilda, Pimage, Napoleon, Philamen, Zeb, Almina, Eusebie, Vataline and Alida. In one area of the cemetery, all the stones are as tiny as the babies they memorialize, and many have small, carved lambs on top. Among the old bones there was always something new to notice: an epitaph that read simply, “I tried.” I found one headstone carved with the name of my own, very-much-alive 85-year-old

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or more than 20 years, I lived among the dead. The Mount Calvary Cemetery was next to and across f rom our house on Burlington’s Pomeroy Street. I could see headstones f rom almost every window. Graveyards have never spooked me, and I love to visit a good one: Mount Auburn in Cambridge, Père Lachaise in Paris, to name a few. And while they may seem static, the place where things are finally most unchanging, cemeteries

ESSAY weather to see her. He and Tuck became friends, and in winter Tuck would shovel a path in the snow so Burt could get to Marion’s grave. Sometimes I’d see them both sitting in the truck, talking. Once in a while, Tuck took Burt out into the wider world for a short adventure. But Burt was certainly not the only regular. One woman spent a few quiet minutes every morning near the grave of someone she clearly missed. And on the other side of the cemetery, a father

WITH SUCH NEIGHBORS YOU CAN’T FORGET: NO ONE ESCAPES THIS FATE. came daily to visit his son. For years he drove his truck into the urban sanctuary to spend time with Timothy, who died in 1984 at the age of 20. The boy’s headstone is big and black, and its shiny newness seemed to reflect this father’s irreconcilable grief. Every morning he groomed the grass around the monument and picked up debris that had fallen since the previous day. In summer, he tended a neat garden at the foot of the

stone. At Easter, he brought fl wers; at Thanksgiving, wreaths. For Christmas, he drove two plastic poinsettia-covered crosses into the ground. When it snowed, he cleared a path from the road around the stone and over the grave. Carved in the black granite above Timothy’s name is a drum set — without a drummer. On the right side were spaces for the names and dates of his father, mother and sibling. In 2010, Timothy’s mother’s name was added to the stone. Sometimes I felt guilty for witnessing other people’s sorrows and the intimate communions with those they’d lost. I saw occasional illicit activity, too: love trysts, drug buys, people down on their luck sleeping under the bushes. But a cemetery is a public place, and the ways that people grieve, and remember their dead, are on display. And when Timmy’s dad stopped coming every single day, I was glad for him. But again last year, there were the wreaths and, in front of Timmy’s name, a set of drumsticks. Eventually Burt died and was buried next to his wife. Then Tuck died, at 57, and he too went in the ground he had readied for others. Even Tuck’s cat Pete has a stone. After Tuck died, his assistant took over and hired Branca, a Croatian refugee. He and his family live in a little

brick house on the grounds of the cemetery. Branca’s son, Nikoli, is buried there, too. He died 10 years ago, in a motorcycle accident, at 21. With such neighbors you can’t forget: No one escapes this fate. But living next to a cemetery also taught me so much about grief and fidelit , about people’s quirks and humor, about their loneliness and their long devotion. A couple of years ago, I noticed an offering on the headstone of a woman named Hattie, who died at 17 in 1926: a bouquet of plastic fl wers, along with a black-and-white photograph in a Ziploc bag of two young girls in old-fashioned dress. On the back, the dead woman’s niece had written: “Hattie and mom.” Last spring, after all those years, my family moved to another part of Burlington, where we are surrounded by people who are very much alive, and generous and welcoming. But it was particularly hard to leave behind my old neighbors, those underground and the ones above who tend them. I miss those daily reminders of people’s constancy, so much so that I sometimes stop back to visit. I know those graves will be here as long as I am — and long after. There’s company in that, and comfort, too. m

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father. Every spring, I was surprised and moved to see fresh fl wers on graves that dated back 40 and 50 years. The majority of grave markers at Mount Calvary are stone, but some are homemade, fashioned from cement, pipe or wood, with the names and dates stenciled on. In the older sections, they’re mostly adorned with traditional symbols of death: the fallen cross, an urn, a draped cloak. But in recent years, more personalized images have been sandblasted into granite. On one, a curious deer watches a fly fisherman. Another, for a 12-year-old, features a tractor-trailer and the words “We love you, Bobby.” Betty Pike’s stone shows a very sad cat’s face. Stella Norton’s icon is a winning Bingo card. Most peculiar, perhaps, is the memorial stone for a once-fun-loving couple. His chosen eternal image: a sixpack headlined “King of Beers.” For her, a single Pepsi. Last winter, a wreath appeared made entirely of Budweiser cans. Next to Mount Calvary is St. Joseph’s Residential Care Home, a likely last stop for its aging residents. I met one of them, Burt Gamelin, walking through the cemetery, which he crossed twice daily to visit his wife. His “lady,” as he called her, had died more than a decade earlier, but Burt was faithful, walking with his cane in all

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hen does drinking or drug taking become an “at-risk” behavior? It can be hard to know when one is on a dangerous path, still harder to reach out f or help. And that situation is particularly difficul for members of immigrant and ref ugee communities, who may grapple with f ear, cultural disapproval or a lack of awareness of the services available to them. The “cultural brokers” of Chittenden County want to help. That peculiar-sounding term is the job title for half a dozen New Americans who have been trained, along with 28 other Vermonters across the state, to of f er screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT) services to individuals 16 years and older. In August 2013, the Vermont Department of Health won a $10 million federal grant to launch the program; Vermont was one of f i e states to receive such funding that year. Using evidence-based protocol, SBIRT providers make connections between individuals who have substance-abuse issues — or are at risk f or developing them — and the physical and mental health care systems. In the past two and a half years, more than 60,000 Vermonters have been screened; about 500 of them are New Americans. Vermont’s six New American workers were trained specifically to reach out to members of their own communities. But f ir t they have to know how to bring up the topic. That can mean overcoming fear and suspicion. “You’re going to bring my story to the police,” said cultural broker Symphorien Sikyala, imitating the reaction of some members of his Congolese community. He also sees individuals f rom Burundi, Rwanda and Malawi. “Each person has their own mentality, and [you have] to break it [down].” Sikyala was speaking on a recent Thursday morning at the Fletcher Free Library in Burlington, where he and fellow cultural broker Virginie Diambou explained their roles to about 60 people f rom organizations that serve ref ugees and immigrants. As the audience listened attentively, the pair described how they have spent the past year discussing issues of mental health and substance use within the

Symphorien Sikyala and Virginie Diambou

Af rican community. When the cultural brokers find individuals who will submit to an interview, they ask a series of questions to screen them f or behaviors that could put their health at risk. “It’s a really hard task, because our population is not used to screening,” Diambou said of the Af rican community. “We take a long time to explain the benefit .” The six cultural brokers include one man and one woman each f rom the Central Af rican, Bhutanese and Somali populations. Khadija Adam, a Somali, said it’s more culturally appropriate f or her to screen only women; Noor Bulle screens the Somali men. The others screen both males and f emales. The group collectively speaks 11 languages and is supervised by Jody Kamon, a psychologist with the Center for Behavioral Health Integration, and University of Vermont assistant professor of pediatrics Maria Mercedes Avila. The idea of training people from diverse backgrounds as SBIRT providers arose from New American focus groups

that Kamon and Avila conducted in 2014. They asked Congolese, Bhutanese and Somali residents of Burlington, Winooski and Colchester about their belief s regarding mental health and substance use, and about the barriers that prevented them f rom accessing related services. Participants suggested that more people would be encouraged to seek professional help if members of their own communities — who understand the language and culture — were trained to address such issues. “That’s when Jody and I advocated f or f unding [f rom the f ederal grant] to be put specifically toward cultural brokers,” said Avila, who teaches in both the pediatric and nursing departments at UVM. The SBIRT providers work nine hours a week. Besides conducting SBIRT interviews, they educate respondents on the health risks of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs; offer advice on coping with stress and worries; explain the benef it of flu shots; and encourage safe driving habits, such as wearing seat belts.

Staying active in their communities is a boon to the providers in their SBIRT outreach. For example, Bulle works f or the Multicultural Youth Program at Burlington-based Spectrum Youth & Family Services. He’s also a multilingual liaison for the Burlington School District and a player-assistant coach for the Juba Star Soccer club. “Most people know who I am already,” Bulle said. “It definitely helps to have connection with the community.” The multicultural team is looking for ways to introduce itself to the wider local network of health and social services providers. That’s why Sikyala and Diambou attended the meeting at the Fletcher Free Library. “They understand both worlds,” said Martha Friedman, the ref ugee health and health equity coordinator at the health department. The cultural brokers bring an important perspective to the table, she pointed out, at a time when substance use among New Americans — and Vermonters in general — is a growing concern.

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Sometimes the SBIRT workers have to deal with no-shows or wait for someone to complete a task before they can talk. “People are busy,” Dahal pointed out. Other respondents may be dishonest in their answers or underestimate their at-risk behaviors. The prejudices surrounding mental health and substance use cut across all cultures. “For us, reaching out to them, it’s a lot of driving, planning and frustration,” Diambou said. But she enjoys her work and sees it as having value: “I’m always concerned about the needs of our community,” she said. What have the screenings turned up so far? Of the 501 immigrant and refugee individuals screened to date, 4 percent were considered “low risk.” Eighty percent of them received what’s called a “brief negotiated interview,” during which they were informed of the potential consequences of their habit and asked if they would consider a lifestyle change. Seven percent of respondents reported depressive symptoms. Just 2 percent screened as “high risk,” a designation that can come with a referral for treatment. About half of those individuals accepted the referral — or were in treatment already. In short, the New American screenings found 6 percent to be at either low or high risk, compared with 15 percent for Vermonters at large. For the cultural brokers, all of whom are former refugees or asylees, doing SBIRT work itself can be an “at-risk” behavior, one that calls up their past traumatic experiences. “[It’s like] having a mirror in front of you, reminding you of your own suffering ,” said Diambou. “It’s really hard. Some of the stories affect you,” said Bulle. For him, “going for a run helps.” That’s why Kamon and Avila check in with the team every week or two. The brokers exchange stories and tips on how to manage their own emotions, as well as to offer support. “We have to take care of each other,” Kamon said. m

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Kamon noted that the cultural brokers are better able to “support the person in the early stages of services, when everything can feel new and overwhelming.” Indeed, the New American SBIRT providers often accompany members of their community to appointments. But fir t they may need to overcome initial resistance to the prospect of seeking help. While SBIRT providers across the state typically conduct health screenings in community clinics, hospitals or primary care offic , the multicultural workers in Chittenden County adopt a more informal approach. “We are not in an offi , which means you go see someone around a meal,” explained Diambou in an interview. Conversations may begin over a shared meal in private homes or during a chance meeting in a public place, her colleagues confirmed For Africans, home screening is better, Diambou said, “because they are in their own environment. There’s no fear of the white coats.” Adam agreed. In Somali culture, it’s perfectly acceptable to show up at a neighbor’s or relative’s house unannounced, she said. She’s even attended weddings with the intention of doing outreach work. Adam has to reassure people that SBIRT doesn’t specifically target the immigrant and refugee populations, she said. Since Somalis are Muslim, some get defensive when she asks if they drink alcohol or use marijuana, practices that Islam forbids. Those who do use drugs are afraid of being ostracized if others find out. Adam has to convince respondents that their information will be kept confidential Such obstacles do not surprise Avila. “We expected it was going to be complex,” she said of the New American outreach. “Communities tend to be reluctant to share issues related to something that would get them into trouble.” Bidur Dahal has a slightly diffe ent experience among fellow Bhutanese. “Our community say[s] yes [to screening] because they think I may be unhappy [if they don’t],” he said. Or they’re worried that he might not help them in the future if they don’t cooperate. But Dahal said he assures people they have the right to say no.

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A professional nitpicker slays Vermont’s sun-averse bloodsuckers — lice B Y KEN PICAR D MATT MORRIS

hen it comes to eradicating lice, there’s only one guarantee: The moment you start talking or reading about them, your scalp will itch. “Suzanne the Hair Fairy” f eels it, too. Af ter f i e years as a prof essional nitpicker — paid manually to remove lice and nits (lice eggs) f rom clients’ hair — the 54-year-old Charlotte resident still gets a psychosomatic itchy scalp whenever she discusses her work, she says. I start scratching as we talk, too — though weeks have passed since we chemically annihilated the pests that af f licte my daughter and several classmates at Charlotte Central School. Suzanne, who requested we not publish her full name owing to her unrelated work with Vermont f oster f amilies, delouses her clients the old-fashioned way: She removes lice and nits by hand, one at a time. It’s a painstaking process that can take as long as four hours. If the thought of picking bloodsucking vermin of f the heads of f amily members — let alone strangers — makes your skin crawl, you’re not alone. “Some people just can’t handle it,” Suzanne says, explaining why her clients happily f ork over $100 an hour f or her to pick through their kids’ hair, or their own. Once she was hired to delouse the daughter of a cardiologist, who reportedly confessed to Suzanne that she wouldn’t do it herself because “I don’t like gross things.” Whence does this bloodsucking pestilence arise? Pediculosis capitis, aka head lice, are tiny wingless, crawling insects that dwell on human scalps and hair and feed off our blood. You can’t get lice f rom your pets, and they can’t live away from a human scalp for more than 48 hours. “They don’t jump, and they don’t fl ,” Suzanne says. “They crawl and they’re fast. And they don’t like sunlight.” Children are more prone to contract lice than adults, mostly because they play and wrestle in close contact and of ten share hats, scarves, clothes, hair clips and brushes. Dr. Lewis First, head of pediatrics at the University of

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Vermont Children’s Hospital, notes a relatively new mode of transmission: self ie . Everyone puts their heads together for a photo, and the bugs hitch a ride on a new host. Adult lice are just 2 to 3 millimeters long — about the size of a sesame seed — and live f or six to 27 days, according to a f act sheet f rom the Vermont Department of Health. During that time, the f emales lay about 10 ovalshaped eggs per day, which they attach to a hair shaf t near the scalp using a strong, glue-like substance. When you’re checking someone’s head f or lice and a small white speck detaches easily, it’s probably dandruf f or a skin

f la e. If it takes a f ingernail to scrape off, it’s likely a nit. The nits hatch in 10 to 14 days and typically infest the hair behind the ears, the nape of the neck, even eyebrows and eyelashes. Body lice and pubic lice — i.e., crabs — are dif f e ent parasites entirely. Don’t call the Hair Fairy for those, as she won’t pick lice below the neck. The good news: Unlike ticks, mosquitoes and Vermont’s other indigenous bloodsuckers, lice don’t carry disease, making them less a public health threat than a nuisance. That said, the severe itching, which is caused by the lice’s saliva as they f eed on your blood twice a day, can produce secondary infections.

And they can be a major hassle to eliminate. Suzanne, a schoolteacher by training — she occasionally substitutes at Champlain Valley Union High School in Hinesburg — was introduced to nit nabbing in 1993, while working at the King Street Center in Burlington. Part of her job was to check kids’ heads for lice daily as they arrived. As she explains, “I got really, really good at it.” In 2011, Suzanne spoke with a cousin in Chicago whose child had just gotten lice; a local “lice lady,” she learned, was coming to remove them. The cousin suggested Suzanne set up shop in Vermont, which at the time had no prof essional

mobile homes to multimillion-dollar mansions. “One mom came in beside herself because her daughter had them, and she said, ‘Families like mine don’t get head lice,’” Suzanne recalls. “And I said, ‘Actually, anyone can get head lice. They don’t discriminate.’” Suzanne advises her clients to coat the infested hair overnight with olive oil, which suffocates the lice. When she arrives, she dons a pair of lighted magnifying glasses and gets to work, sectioning off the hair with clips, then meticulously picking through it.

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Many of her clients are young children, for whom the Hair Fairy will turn on TV or a movie or — when parents are screen-averse — provide coloring books. The work requires frequent breaks, for child and nitpicker alike. Even after she’s done, the Hair Fairy can’t guarantee the creepy crawlers won’t come back. She instructs clients to diligently vacuum and sanitize bedding, furniture, carpets, stuffed animals, car

seats and anything else made of fabric that may have touched the lice-laden locks. As for items that can’t go in a dryer for at least 20 minutes, such as stuffe animals and delicate fabrics, Suzanne recommends dry cleaning them or stowing them in a Ziploc bag in the freezer for 48 hours. Despite all her exposure to the critters, Suzanne says she’s only once gotten lice herself — as a child. She recalls one close call of a diffe ent kind in South Burlington, where, during a several-hour house call, she witnessed what appeared to be drug deals. (As a teacher and mandatory reporter, she notified school officia .) But Suzanne says most of her clients are great — and grateful. “I’ve also met some really amazing people,” she says. When asked for names of satisfied customers, however, she balks, insisting that she must maintain clients’ confidentialit . The stigma associated with lice persists. “Carly,” a mother in Charlotte, hired the Hair Fairy two years ago, after her daughter’s repeated bouts with lice. While she wouldn’t mind revealing her real name here, Carly says, she’s chosen not to because “My daughter would be mortified! Carly’s experience with lice was typical of many of the Hair Fairy’s clients. After repeated over-the-counter chemical treatments didn’t do the trick, she was at her wits’ end. “It’s really traumatic for these girls,” Carly says, referring to her daughter and her friends. “It’s like this scourge.” After several hours with the Hair

Fairy, Carly’s daughter’s head was lousefree. Several weeks later, when it started to itch again, the Hair Fairy returned for another quick once-over. For Carly and her daughter, both visits provided something no chemical pesticide could: peace of mind. “She really knew what she was doing and knew what to look for,” Carly explains. Suzanne the Hair Fairy doesn’t nitpick full time, but she doesn’t expect Vermont’s lice “scourge” to end any time soon. Despite officia assessments to the contrary, Suzanne is convinced that Vermont is already experiencing so-called “super lice,” which have developed resistance to over-the-counter insecticides. What’s the best part of this lousy job? Suzanne says she’s met fascinating people, including rock stars whose kids picked up lice while on tour. Plus, the extra cash helps — though she doesn’t do the work for lack of other skills. Over the years, Suzanne has been employed as a teacher, an aromatherapist, a graphic designer and an assistant fashion editor at Vogue magazine. “It’s not that bad, really. There’s nothing dirty about it,” she says of nitpicking. “It just makes your skin crawl, literally. But I’m not grossed out by it. Other people are.” m Contact: ken@sevendaysvt.com

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nitpickers. She soon discovered that most major cities have salons that charge as much as $250 just to walk in the door for delousing services. So Suzanne gave it a try, marketing herself as the “Vermont Hair Fairy.” Her husband, a computer professional, created her website, but it proved superfluou . News of the Vermont Hair Fairy spread as quickly as lice themselves do, and Suzanne was soon getting calls from around the state. Contrary to one popular misconception, she says, lice aren’t more prevalent among poor people or those who don’t bathe frequently. In fact, lice prefer clean hair to dirty and oily hair; if Suzanne knows several days in advance that she’s going to a client, she won’t shampoo beforehand. The Hair Fairy charges for a minimum of one hour, offering a sliding scale for clients of modest means. Some clients come to her, while she visits others, charging for her travel time only outside Chittenden and northern Addison counties. “I do it whatever I can,” Suzanne says. “There’s no one else who does this around here, so I feel like I’m providing a service.” There’s no state certification or licensure process for professional nitpickers. Suzanne’s approach — decidedly lowtech, but effecti e — eschews electric combs and chemical pediculicides. “They’re toxic! Who wants to put that stuff on their kid’s head?” she says. Over the years, she’s seen clients from all walks of life, living everywhere from

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lines and missing opportunities for movement to do the storytelling. The director stages the soliloquies as direct addresses to the audience, not as internal musings we witness. It’s an approach that stops time, suggesting that the thought processes behind the speeches are over. When the actor isn’t caught in the act of discovering what to do next, the speeches f eel like decisions announced, not thoughts overheard. Despite the false intimacy of acknowledging the audience, Maravich handles his soliloquies marvelously, especially the “tomorrow and tomorrow” speech. This is usually perf ormed as an elevated wail of despair, but Maravich gets to the molten core of it: The sorrow lies in being too numb to feel sorrow. Throughout the production, he conveys the energy of a warrior who cannot quiet his own imagination, and cannot trust it. Caswell polishes every facet of a complex Lady Macbeth. She roots the role in youth, making the character both impulsive and f earf ul, letting nervous gestures

convey the recklessness of immaturity. When Lady Macbeth summons courage in the “unsex me now” speech, Caswell makes her tremulous, uncertain she can actually do what she intends. And when guilt overwhelms her, it takes the concrete f orm of compulsive hand washing, a gesture that Caswell rescues from becoming a simplistic outward symbol and turns instead into an agony. This Lady Macbeth regresses to infantile raving, but Caswell takes her there in a frightening downward spiral of losing and regaining her composure. The set is simple but powerful. Scenic and lighting designer Matthew Stone fill the back of the stage with a small, stunted f orest. The dry leaves seem to quiver as eerie red and blue light plays across them, and fog rises when the witches are afoot. Suspended above the stage is a vast circle spiked with lights. The audience’s f ir t vision, then, is of a crown hovering above a natural world in decay. It’s a magnificen conception and execution. Costumes, designed by Angela Brande, are a jumble. Trying to keep the period ambiguous shouldn’t lead to cargo pants, and trying to honor traditional Scottish dress shouldn’t result in work shirts over shin-length skirts that are more blankets than kilts. In every instance, the costumes detract from characterization. The f ight scenes are well choreographed by Paul Ugalde, especially the climactic one that pits Macbeth against Macduf f in a duel to the death. The sequence f ully conveys the strength and daring needed in a sword f ight. Indeed, all the violence in the play is given an ugly inhumaneness, with throats slit by swif t and callous gestures that steep the story in cruelty. The production never embodies a complete world f ormed by Macbeth’s words and deeds. It remains a set of scenes, many of them wonderfully rendered; missing is the solidity of a single vision. But Lourie has guided Maravich and Caswell to explore the depths of their characters, and these two actors never let the words do all the work. Shakespeare’s brilliant language holds the ideas; Caswell and Maravich convey their effects on the soul. m

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hold on to power against enemies real or imagined. Lady Macbeth can’t endure her guilt, and Macbeth succumbs to paranoia laced with a crazed belief in his invulnerability. In the end, his f earlessness is a type of psychosis and his ambition, mere brutality. Lourie seeks to showcase the psychological underpinnings of Macbeth’s willingness to steer himself by his yearnings, not his conscience. Lady Macbeth has an equally complex journey, and what’s especially poignant about this production is the way it shows the couple becoming stronger by plotting together — only to lose each other as the tide of violence sweeps away their marriage. Lourie’s blocking has mixed success. It’s a brilliant choice to have the army attacking Macbeth’s castle face the audience to speak, then execute a forceful military turn upstage — thereby flipping the audience’s point of view, so we now confront the besieged Macbeth. On other occasions, however, Lourie moves large groups unimaginatively, spacing people in dull

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hakespeare created 25 characters to populate Macbeth, but it’s the story of two people. As Macbeth discovers his capacity to cast off scruples to seize Scotland’s crown, and Lady Macbeth craves greater power f or her husband, both characters become windows into the human struggle between desire and conscience. In the Middlebury Actors Workshop’s production, the violence Macbeth employs is ugly but never as disturbing as his own moral bankruptcy. Macbeth can be reduced to a f ew of its parts and still of f er the audience real riches in the form of two of Shakespeare’s most f ascinating characters. Director Melissa Lourie approaches the play like a contemporary psychological portrait and focuses her production on Macbeth’s mental journey f rom valiant soldier to paranoid monarch. Supporting characters and the outward conflicts of the plot receive less attention here than do the internal struggles of the couple at the heart of the play. The result is two impressive individual perf ormances nestled within a less-than-satisf ying overall production. Craig Maravich’s portrayal of Macbeth’s voracious quest f or power is built with nuance, and Chris Caswell’s vision of Lady Macbeth f uses weakness and strength in a riveting display. But Lourie doesn’t investigate the drama beyond the core characters, and the final effect is a lack of coherence, with no connection between the psychology explored in some scenes and the external events occurring in others. It plays as if Shakespeare’s story were interrupting a personal dilemma rather than triggering it. The range of acting skills displayed by this large cast def eats a singular vision. Some actors substitute emphatic delivery f or emotion and can only empty out the words. Such limitations are f orgivable in a cast of 20, and a community production of a worthy play is as much an experience f or the actors as the audience. Still, this thoughtful presentation delivers the play’s mood and events. After proving his courage on the battlef ield, Macbeth encounters three witches who tantalize him with a prophecy that he’ll become king, a possibility equally alluring to Lady Macbeth. Now that he believes he’s seen the f uture, he cannot wait f or it to unf old and begins to make it happen. With his wif e urging him on, Macbeth murders King Duncan and takes the throne after Duncan’s heirs fle . But gaining the crown doesn’t produce the happiness he and Lady Macbeth imagined. Now they’re locked in a struggle to

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wo cheeses sat on the table at Vermont Creamery in Websterville last week, warming to room temperature. To a casual observer, they appeared mostly identical. Both were packaged in shallow terra-cotta crocks, the curds encased in wrinkly skin, matte with powdery fuzz. Both were samples of the creamery’s brand-new St. Albans cheese. The company’s first certified nonGMO (genetically modified organism) o° ering is named f or the St. Albans Cooperative Creamery, which supplies the milk for Vermont Creamery’s cow’s milk cheeses. It’s styled af ter a traditional, smooth and rich triple-cream French f romage called Saint-Marcellin. The cheese is made entirely with milk f rom Paul-Lin Dairy in Bakersfield, which was certified as a non-GMO dairy at the creamery’s behest. Vermont Creamery cofounder Allison Hooper cut into one of the cheeses on the table. Made earlier this month, it had a rind that gave way to a melty layer, which smelled of earthy funk and tasted of bloomy, ripened cream. Toward the center of the round, the curd was firmer — pasty, milky and f resh, sharper than the soft bit and slightly tart. By contrast, the older cheese, made in August, was smooth and creamy all the way through. Its scent was of mushroom and dairy barn; on the tongue, it swirled with flavors of salted butter, wood and nuts. As the cheese ages, Hooper explained, enzymes metabolize its proteins. This transforms solids (found in the younger cheese’s pasty center) into liquids and creates the complex flavors that characterize any fine soft-ripened cheese. Hooper began exploring these styles while working at a 40-goat farmstead in Brittany, France, during a college semester abroad in 1980. “I ate all this awesome cheese every day,” she recalled. “I

thought to myself , Why don’t we have this in America?” Four years later, she partnered with Bob Reese to f ound Vermont Butter & Cheese Company. From her husband’s milk room in Brookfield, Hooper made chèvre, fromage blanc and other simple goat cheeses —˝exotic stu° f or 1984. In 1988, the creamery moved into a warehouse near the Websterville quarries, where its home base remains today, though the company swapped its original name for its current one in 2013. In 2001, the company introduced its first aged, wrinkly-rind goat cheese,˝ Bonne Bouche. But Hooper struggled to produce the delicate sof t-ripened cheese, with its finicky LISTEN IN ON LOCAL FOODIES...

geotrichum rind, in a space designed for chèvre. Adeline Druart — then an intern, now the company’s president — told Hooper to separate the operations if she was serious about making aged cheeses. Hooper conceded. “I just knew that if we could nail it, Americans would really love these cheeses,” she said. Druart designed a second cheesemaking facility for the other side of the building. The creamery relaunched Bonne Bouche in 2006, and its agedcheese operation has grown to include ﬁve cheeses. Their production has swelled by about 25 percent each year. “This is what we’re building our f uture on,” Hooper said. “If you want

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to work in this marketplace, you need to come with something unique. We’re really the only [American] company that’s making these styles.”˝ Early last year, Hooper and her team worked with Murray’s Cheese in New York City to develop St. Mark’s — a Saint-Marcellin-style cheese named for the East Village street — following a federal import ban on the French original. Af ter making this exclusively f or the Manhattan cheesemonger f or some months, the creamery was free to release a facsimile under its own brand this fall. To Hooper, the timing seemed right to pilot a non-GMO product. GOT (NON-GMO) MILK?

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When MONICA and JOHN MONTERO moved from Miami to Vermont last year, they brought Cuban home cooking with them. Earlier this month, they began sharing it with their adopted community when they opened HAVANA 802 at 41 South Main Street in Hardwick. The opening menu offer about 70 dishes, ranging from tamales and empanadas ($4-6) to sandwiches, soups and entrées ($11-15). The last category includes ropa vieja (a tomato-beef stew) and churrasco (grilled skirt steak) with chimichurri. Once a liquor license goes through, Havana 802 will serve wine and beer, too. Monica, born to a Cuban American family in Little Havana, does most of the cooking. Her saucy grilled and stewed meats, beans and rice, and plantains (crispy or ripe) are grounded in traditional Cuban cookery, which has a mild spiceometer compared with other Latin American and island cuisines. John, who moved from Cuba to Florida at age 4, handles business and front-of-house operations. In recent years, Havana 802’s storefront has housed three relatively short-lived restaurants: Vermont Supper

Club, Claire’s Restaurant and Bar, and A Vermont Place. The Monteros hope to halt the revolving door by offe ing unique and approachable food at an affo dable price point. “Cuban food is not an expensive food,” John told Seven Days just after opening in early October. “Why should we charge more than we need to?” The Monteros say they hope to add live Latin music on weekend nights and perhaps brunch later this fall or winter. For now, the restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

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Shelburne, among others. Drinks will be served at a bar made of Barre granite. Next spring, the location will add outdoor seating. The McGillicuddy’s food menu, which Nelson refers to as “upscale but affo dable,” changes seasonally and is uniform across all three Chittenden County locations. Fall’s menu features classic pub-food standards plus a few new items, such as a pulled-pork Cuban sandwich, fish tacos and blackened haddock. What’s the secret to the success of the many ’Cuddy’s? “We have really good people who work for us. People who really care,” says Nelson.

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In 2013, Whole Foods Market — a major Vermont Creamery retailer — pledged to require its suppliers to label GMO products by 2018. A year later, Gov. Peter Shumlin ratif ied Vermont’s labeling law, which required GMOs sold in the state to be labeled by summer 2016. Though a congressional bill nullif ied Vermont’s law, the ongoing debate indicates growing consumer interest in GMO transparency. It’s worth noting that all certif ie organic f oods are also GMO-f ree — organic certification precludes the use of GMOs, and there are many organic cheeses on the market already. But non-GMO certi f ication recognizes that organic practice doesn’t work f or every farm. At livestock operations, for example, a f armer may wish to treat a sick animal with antibiotics, which is prohibited under organic rules. For others, certif ication is too costly or time-consuming. Non-GMO certif ic tion of f ers a chance f or nonorganic farms and food businesses that eschew GMO crops — and of ten chemical f ertilizers, pesticides, animal hormones, drugs and other biotechnologies — to dif f e entiate themselves f rom conventional practices. In Washington State, the NonGMO Project provides certif ication, labeling and promotion to producers of non-genetically modif ied f oods. The nonprofit also tracks market data. Since 2010, annual sales of verif ied non-GMO f oods have ballooned f rom $350 million to $19.2 billion, according to Non-GMO Project communications manager Laura Ridenour. Project analysts predict that global sales will nearly double by 2019. At Vermont Creamery, Hooper was keenly aware of these trends. “Consumers in larger numbers each year would pref er not to buy GMOs,” she said. “They don’t really know why,” she allowed, “but that’s the way they feel about it.” So, f rom a marketing standpoint, Hooper added, there’s reason to go non-GMO. To do so, the creamery needed a steady stream of certified milk. And none of St. Albans Cooperative Creamery’s farm members was certified What if we transitioned just one f arm [to non-GMO]? Hooper recalled wondering. She posed the question to co-op general manager Leon Berthiaume. He scrolled through his list looking f or a f arm that could pull it off.

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Letting Go of GMO In the gentle hills of Bakersf ield, the Stanley family has raised Jerseys at PaulLin Dairy f or 30 years. Several times a week, a co-op tanker ascends the drive, taps into the bulk tank and takes the milk back to St. Albans. The f arm’s 30-odd milkers and young stock graze pasture spring through fall and eat hay in the winter

months. The f armers supplement the grassy roughage with a little grain. Berthiaume surmised that, by switching to non-GMO grain, Paul-Lin could easily get certified, if all went smoothly. Then the farm could supply enough milk for Vermont Creamery to bring its new cheese to market. Sensing a match, the co-op manager connected the businesses. The creamery offe ed to facilitate certification and pay the associated f ees. And — assuming robust demand f or the product — the cheesemaker would buy Paul-Lin’s milk at a premium that would more than of f set the cost bump of switching to non-GMO grain. “We’d heard of non-GMO [certif ication], but [doing] it had never crossed our mind,” said 27-year-old Claire Stanley via phone last week. But she and her parents, Paul and Linda, said the process was relatively easy. The new grain costs about $100 more per ton than conventional grain, though it’s still substantially cheaper than

organic. The Stanleys would be able to continue using their usual supplier, Morrison’s Custom Feeds in Barnet, because the granary recently certif ie a non-GMO f eed to service Shelburne Farms, Jasper Hill Farm and other local dairies. Af ter 30 days on the new f eed, Paul-Lin’s cows could pass the certific tion audit. Diverting milk f rom the commodity dairy pipeline represented progress and stability f or Paul-Lin. “Farmers in general are looking f or new ways to market their milk,” Stanley said. She didn’t mince words about the certif ic tion’s impact on her f arm: “It changes the future of this dairy.” Stanley recognized that her f ew dozen pastured cows represented a unique situation. “All of our f ellow farmers kind of know that we do things dif f e ently,” she said. Going non-GMO may not be practical for many Paul-Lin neighbors, who f eed larger herds on corn silage sprouted from GMO seed. Back in the “cranking” room at Vermont Creamery, a wiry, hair-netted man named Jef f Craig worked to f orm cultured Paul-Lin milk into neat discs. “Smell that?” he exclaimed, addressing Hooper as she walked in. “Smell that?” Hooper nodded, smiling. “It smells so buttery!” Craig said. As pressed curd emerged f rom a machine, Craig cut it into discs one

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eventually. This summer, after the creamery’s Ayers Brook Goat Dairy in Randolph switched its milking herd to non-GMO feed, it saw a net gain in the income-over-feed-costs equation. Though Hooper cited private concerns that GMOs require repeated applications of pesticides and herbicides to thrive, she doesn’t judge farmers who can’t or don’t want to make the switch. Farming, she said, is hard and turbulent enough. “We’re not asking dairy farmers to change what they do,” Hooper said. But for those who are willing and able, she added, “Wouldn’t it be nice if there was another option?” m

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And f ollow some basic rules to ease your time in the kitchen. First, get a really good vegetable peeler. Few culinary tasks are less pleasant than trying to take the thick, robust skin o˛ a stubborn squash using a wimpy, old or dull tool. Second, if a recipe calls f or peeling a squash, don’t choose one of the rumply ones with lots of striations. Plenty of smooth-skinned varieties will serve you better. Finally, when in doubt, roast. Roasting, especially at higher temperatures — I’m a big f an of 425 degrees — will caramelize the squashes’ sugars and cause water to evaporate, concentrating flavor. Happy autumn! Notes: All recipes are made using kosher salt. If you use table salt or fine sea salt, you will need to reduce the amount. I use sunflower oil because it tastes wonderful, and several local versions are available.

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For the ﬁlling: 1 large leek 1 small blue Hubbard squash 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup water 2 teaspoons salt 15 grinds pepper 1 pound ham steak For the bread cubes: 1 loaf polenta bread For the custard: 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 cups half-and-half 1 teaspoon chipotle powder 1 tablespoon thyme leaves, minced 2 teaspoons salt 15 grinds pepper Topping: 1/4 pound chèvre

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Make the fi ﬁlling: Cut off o˛ the dark green leek top, leaving the pale cylinder. Cut in half lengthwise and wash away any

dirt in cold water. Place the fl ﬂat surface on a cutting board and slice thinly into half-moons. Remove the squash stem, cut squash in half half and scoop out the seeds. Peel each half. Place the flat f lat surface surf ace on the cutting board, cut into slices and cut each slice into half-inch cubes. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. Add the leeks and cook, stirring, until slightly sof tened, two to three minutes. Add the squash cubes, water, salt and pepper. Stir, cover and let cook for 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Cut the ham steak into quarterinch cubes. Add to the leek and squash mixture. Make the bread cubes: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut the loaf of bread into nine slices. Take a pile of three slices and make four cuts in each direction to create cubes. Repeat with the other two piles. Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet. Toast f or 10 minutes. Stir, and toast an additional 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees. Make the custard: Whisk together all ingredients. Assemble: In a large mixing bowl, combine the f illing, bread cubes and custard. Let sit for 15 minutes, stirring twice. Taste the custard. Adjust seasoning as desired. Turn the bread pudding into a greased, 9-by-13-inch glass casserole dish. Dot with chèvre. Bake f or one hour and 15 minutes, until the custard is set and the top has browned. Let cool before cutting.

Buttercup Squash and Brussels Sprouts With Spiced Honey-Cider Syrup and Strained Yogurt INGREDIENTS:

For the strained yogurt*: 1 carton whole-milk yogurt 2 tablespoons sunﬂower oil 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

10 grinds pepper For the roasted squash: 1 small buttercup squas Smidgen of oil Sprinkle of salt and pepper For the honey-cider syrup: 1 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon For the Brussels sprouts: 1 pound Brussels sprouts 2 tablespoons butter Sprinkle of salt and pepper PREPARATION:

Make the strained yogurt: Line a colander with cheesecloth, a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Dump in the yogurt. Cover and let drain for at least four hours, up to overnight. Turn the thickened yogurt out of the colander into a bowl. Stir in the oil, salt and pepper. Make the squash: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Remove the squash stem, cut squash in half, scoop out the seeds and peel. With the flat side on the cutting board, cut each half into slices and each slice into cubes. Toss cubes with oil, salt and pepper. Spread cubes on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, stirring after 15. If you think they’ll be done sooner, check them sooner! Hold in a warm place. Make the syrup: While the squash is cooking, combine syrup ingredients in a small saucepan. Simmer until reduced to a syrupy texture (the liquid will coat the back of a spoon). Remove from heat. Make the Brussels sprouts: Cut the

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ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION #4C0094-7A 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001 - 6093 On October 11, 2016, Rava, LLC, c/o William Shearer, P.O. Box 566, Burlington, VT 05402 filed application #4C0094-7A for a project generally described as the construction of a 32-space parking lot behind the existing building on Lot #15 of the National Life Subdivsion on Green Mountain Drive in South Burlington, Vermont. ˛ e District #4 Environmental Commission is reviewing this application under Act 250 Rule 51 — Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the South Burlington Town Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission Office, and the office listed below. ˛ e application and a draft permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www.nrb.state. vt.us/lup) by clicking on “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “4C0094-7A”. No hearing will be held and a permit may be issued unless, on or

If you feel that any of the District Commission members listed on the attached Certificate of Service under “For Your Information” may have a conflict of interest, or if there is any other reason a member should be disqualified from sitting on this case, please contact the district coordinator as soon as possible, no later than prior to the response date listed above. Should a hearing be held on this Project and you have a disability for which you are going to

need accommodation, please notify us by November 10, 2016. Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, affected state agencies, and adjoining property owners and other persons to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be affected by the proposed project under 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 19th day of October, 2016. By: Peter E. Keibel District #4 Coordinator Natural Resources Board 111 West Street Essex Jct., VT 05452 802-879-5658 Peter.Keibel@vermont.gov ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION #4C1296 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001 - 6093 On October 19, 2016, 348 Main Street Dev., LLC, c/o Michel Crete, 201 Main Street, Winooski, VT 05404 filed application #4C1296 for a project generally described as the construction of a four-story building with commercial space and a restaurant on the first floor, and three floors of multi-family housing above. ˛ e project includes a 29-space parking lot, along with six one-bedroom units and nine 2-bedroom units, for a total of 24

bedrooms. ˛ e Project is located at 348 Main Street in Winooski, Vermont. ˛ e District #4 Environmental Commission is reviewing this application under Act 250 Rule 51 — Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the ofﬁce listed below. ˛ e application and a draft permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www.nrb.state. vt.us/lup) by clicking on “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “4C1296”. No hearing will be held and a permit may be issued unless, on or before November 14, 2016, a person notiﬁes the Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the Commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion. Any hearing request must be in writing to the address below, must state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the Commission must determine that substantive issues

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the proposed project under the 10 criteria. Non-party participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. Section 6085(c)(5).

If you feel that any of the District Commission members listed on the attached Certificate of Service under “For Your Information” may have a conflict of interest, or if there is any other reason a member should be disqualified from sitting on this case, please contact the district coordinator as soon as possible, no later than prior to the response date listed above.

Dated at Essex Junction, Vermont this 20th day of October, 2016.

Should a hearing be held on this Project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us by November 14, 2016. Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, affected state agencies, and adjoining property owners and other persons to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be affected by

By: /s/ Stephanie H. Monaghan Stephanie H. Monaghan District #4 Coordinator Natural Resources Board 111 West Street Essex Jct., VT 05452 802-879-5662 stephanie.monaghan@ vermont.gov BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2016, 5:00 PM CONTOIS AUDITORIUM, CITY HALL, 149 CHURCH STREET, BURLINGTON, VT PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE 1. 16-1441CA; 112 Church St (D, Ward 3C) Jeffrey S. Berger Appeal of zoning permit denial to install windows. 2. 17-0496AP; 44 Crombie St (RM, Ward 2C) 44 Crombie LLC Appeal of a notice of violation for failure to

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Plans may be viewed in the Planning and Zoning Office, (Ci y Hall, 149 Church Street, Burlington), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Participation in the DRB proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal. Please note that ANYTHING submitted to the Planning and Zoning office is considered public and cannot be kept confidential.

To vote upon six special articles placed on the ballot by request of the City Council, one of which was initiated by voter petition, said special articles being as follows:

This may not be the fina order in which items will be heard. Please view final Agenda, at www.burlingtonvt.gov/ pz/drb/agendas or the office notice board, one week before the hearing for the order in which items will be heard. NOTICE & WARNING SPECIAL CITY MEETING The legal oters of the City of Burlington, Vermont are hereby notified and warned to come and vote at a Special City Meeting on Tuesday, the 8th day of November, 2016 between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. in their respective wards, at the voting places hereinafter

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1. APPROVAL OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FOR CITY CAPITAL PLAN PROJECTS “Shall the City Council be authorized to issue general obligation bonds or notes in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed TwentySeven Million, Five Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand, Fi e Hundred Eight Dollars and 00/100 ($27,573,508.00) to be borrowed in increments between Fiscal Year 2017 and Fiscal Year 2021 for the purpose of funding capital improvement infrastructure projects of the City and its departments in furtherance of the City’s 10 Year capital plan?” 2. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS FOR WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

“Shall the City Council be authorized to issue revenue bonds or notes in one or more series, pursuant to the City Charter, on behalf of the Water Resources Division of the Department of Public Works, in an amount not to exceed $8,344,000, secured by the revenues of the waterworks system, to be borrowed in increments between Fiscal Year 2017 and Fiscal Year 2020 for the financing of capital additions and improvements to the waterworks system, including (i) capital improvements to the City’s underground pipe and water distribution system, water mains, services, valves and hydrants, and (ii) to fund debt service reserve funds and pay costs of issuance?” Estimated total Project Cost: $8,344,000 City Share of Costs: $8,344,000 3. ADOPTION OF ZA #16-14 “Shall the amendment to Appendix A, Comprehensive

Open 24/7/365. Post & browse ads at your convenience. Development Ordinance, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Burlington, identified as ZA 16-14 Downtown Mixed Use Core Overlay, be adopted by the City of Burlington?” 4. PLEDGING THE CREDIT OF THE CITY TO SECURE INDEBTEDNESS FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE WATERFRONT TIF DISTRICT “Shall the City Council be authorized to pledge the credit of the City to secure the repayment of indebtedness or make direct payments for the purpose of funding one or more public improvements and related costs attributable to projects serving the Waterfront Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, specifica ly: (a) Pine Street Acquisition, Construction and Streetscape Improvements: (the block between Bank Street and Cherry Street) to include property acquisition; street infrastructure and construction; streetscape, stormwater, utility, lighting

and multimodal transportation improvements; (b) St. Paul Street Acquisition, Construction and Streetscape Improvements: (the block between Bank Street and Cherry Street) to include property acquisition; street infrastructure and construction; streetscape, stormwater, utility, lighting and multimodal transportation improvements; (c) Cherry Street Streetscape Upgrades: (up to four blocks; between Church Street and Battery Street inclusive of intersections) to include streetscape, stormwater, utility, lighting and multimodal transportation improvements; (d) Bank Street Streetscape Upgrades: (the two blocks between Church Street and Pine Street inclusive of all intersections) to include streetscape, stormwater, utility, lighting and multimodal transportation improvements;

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(e) Related Costs: reimbursement for TIF eligible related costs incurred by the City for the administration of the Waterfront TIF District, including direct municipal expenses such as departmental or personnel costs related to creating or administering the district to the extent they are paid from the municipal and not education taxes and are otherwise reimbursed in accordance with law in a total principal amount not to exceed $21,830,000.00 (which would be added to prior approvals for incurrence of Waterfront TIF District debt, since the district’s creation, of $32,858,873.00, of which $15,473,290.00 was outstanding at the start of this fiscal ear), and to issue bonds, notes or make inter-fund loans for such purpose with the understanding that tax increment from the properties within the Waterfront TIF District shall be pledged and appropriated for the payment of such indebtedness or direct costs of the improvements; and with the further understanding that

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“Shall the Charter of the City of Burlington, Acts of 1949, No. 298 as amended be further amended to amend Article 19 Powers of City Council, Section 48, subsection 58 as follows: ARTICLE 19. POWERS OF CITY COUNCIL 48˜Enumerated. ° e city council shall have power: … (58)˜˜˜˜(A)˜˜˜˜T o acquire and hold by lease, purchase, gift, condemnation under the provisions of section s˜2805˜through˜2812, inclusive of Title˜24˜of the Vermont Statutes Annotated, as amended, or otherwise, and to maintain and operate within the limits of Chittenden County, a municipal parking lot or lots, and a municipal parking garage or garages, and any other municipal parking structure(s), and to alter, improve, extend, add to, construct, and reconstruct such lots or garages, subject, however, to the provisions hereinafter contained

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in this subdivision. In exercising the foregoing power, and notwithstanding the preceding sentence, the city council shall not, except pursuant to subdivision (50) of this section and section˜276˜of this Charter, have authority to acquire any property outside the limits of the City of Burlington through the use of the power of eminent domain or condemnation. ° e city council shall not be exempt from the responsibility for securing all applicable permits from any community within Chittenden County outside the limits of Burlington in which it desires to construct a parking lot or garage. Any parking lot or garage constructed by the city outside the corporate limits of Burlington shall be subject to the ad valorem property tax of the community in which it is located. (B) ° e board of public works commissioners shall have general control, management and supervision of all municipal parking lots and garages. Said board shall have power to make regulations with respect to the use of all such municipal parking lots and garages, including reasonable terms, conditions and charges, and shall also have the power to regulate the parking, operation and speed of vehicles and pedestrian and vehicular trafﬁc on the public highways of the city, including such ways, streets, alleys, lanes or other places as may be open to the public, to erect, maintain and operate coin-operated parking meters equipment and systems for the regulations of parking of vehicles, to govern and control the erection of guideposts, street signs and street safety devices on said highways, and to prescribe regulations and penalties for violation of the same in respect to all of said matters and to remove and impound as a public nuisance, at the expense of the owner, any vehicle found parking on a public highway or in a municipal parking lot or garage in violation of any city ordinance or any regulation hereunder, and to prescribe the terms and conditions upon which the owner may redeem such vehicle from the pound, which regulations, when published in

the manner provided in section˜49˜for the publication of ordinances, shall have the force and effect of ordinances of the city, and violations of which shall be subject to the penalties provided in section˜50õf this Charter. All ordinances of the city, and all regulations of the board of parking commissioners, in effect prior to July 1, 1959, shall remain in full force and effect notwithstanding that the subject matter thereof shall be within the jurisdiction of the board of public works commissioners, unless and until such board shall, by regulation duly adopted and published, alter, amend or repeal the same. (C)˜Said board shall also from time to time recommend to the city council the acquisition or construction of municipal parking lots or garages, and the city council shall not authorize such acquisition or construction without such recommendation, nor shall the city council dispose of or lease to others for operation any municipal parking lot or garage without the recommendation of said board. (D)Ãll receipts from the operation or lease of said municipal parking lots and garages shall be kept by the city treasurer in a separate fund, which shall not at the end of any fiscal year become a part of the general fund of the city under the provisions of section 65 of this Charter, except as hereinafter provided to be known as the Parking Facilities Fund and shall be used. Expenditures from said fund may be authorized by said board for the purpose of paying any and all operating expenses related to operating, maintaining, acquiring, constructing, or expanding of said lots and garages, including salaries and rentals. any payments on any obligation incurred for construction or repair of those lots or garages. Any amounts unused at the end of a fiscal year shall be carried over to the next fiscal year. All revenues generated from on-street parking equipment and systems shall be used by the city council for traffic regulation and control, including but not limited to acquisition or maintenance of parking facilities; proper repair or construction of streets, sidewalks, and bridges;

traffic or parking demand management facilities, planning, or services; traffic calming measures; and other transportation-related activities. In addition, the city council may vote to place any such revenues in the Parking Facilities Fund, at its discretion. ° ere shall also be credited to said fund by the city treasurer such portion of the receipts of traffic meter installations on the public streets of the city as is not appropriated by the city council for the purpose of purchasing and operating said traffic meter installations or controlling or regulating traffic. At the close of each fiscal year the city treasurer shall credit to the general fund of the city such portion of the balance of said fund, after the payment of operating expenses, as may be required to meet interest payments on any obligations issued for the purpose of acquiring, altering, improving, extending, adding to, constructing or reconstructing such parking lots or garages, and shall further credit to the sinking fund of the city such further portion of said balance as may be required to meet principal payments on any obligations issued for said purpose, provided, however, that any pledge, assignment or hypothecation of net revenues under paragraph (E) shall be complied with before making such credits. (E)˜If it shall reasonably appear to said the board of public works commissioners at any time that the receipts from said the existing municipal parking lots or garages are in excess of the amounts required for the purposes enumerated in the preceding paragraph, and that the acquisition of further lots or garages is not required, they shall cause rates and charges for the use of said lots and garages, or some of them, to be reduced. (F) If the board of public works commissioners, Subject pursuant to the provisions of paragraph (C) of this subdivision, has recommended the acquisition or construction of a new parking lot or garage, the city council may from time to time pledge, assign or otherwise hypothecate the net revenues from said lots or garages, after the payment of operating

expenses, and may mortgage any part or all of said lots or garages, including personal property located therein, to secure the payment of the cost of purchasing, acquiring, leasing, altering, improving, extending, adding to, constructing or reconstructing said lots or garages, but the city council shall not pledge the credit of the city for any of said purposes except in accordance with the provisions of section˜62˜of this Charter.?” * Material underlined added. ** Material stricken out deleted. 6. BIKE PATH RELOCATION “Shall the Mayor of Burlington and the City Council be advised to relocate the Burlington Bicycle Path to the west side of the railroad tracks between College and King Streets even if that means utilizing the public trust doctrine or eminent domain to accomplish this task?” ° e following are designated as polling places, viz: Ward One: Mater Christi School, 100 Mansﬁeld Ave. Ward Two: H.O. Wheeler School (Integrated Arts Academy), 6 Archibald St. Ward ° ree: Lawrence Barnes School (Sustainability Academy), 123 North St. Ward Four: Saint Mark’s Youth Center, 1271 North Ave. Ward Five: Burlington Electric Department, 585 Pine St. Ward Six: Edmunds Middle School, 275 Main St. Ward Seven: Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center, 130 Gosse Ct. Ward Eight: Fletcher Free Library, 235 College St. ° e polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. /s/ Miro Weinberger Miro Weinberger, Mayor Publication Dates: 10/19/16, 10/26/16 and 11/02/16 Burlington, Vermont Seven Days Burlington, Vermont NOTICE OF TAX SALE ° e resident and non-resident owners, lienholders and mortgagees of land in the Town of Richmond, County of Chittenden, and State of Vermont,

are hereby notiﬁed that the taxes assessed by such Town for the ﬁscal years 7/1/13-6/30/14, 7/1/14-6/30/15 and 7/1/15-6/30/16 remain either in whole or in part unpaid on the real property and/or mobile homes hereinbelow described and situated in the Town of Richmond and so much of said real property and/or mobile homes will be sold at a public auction in the Town Center Meeting Room located in the Richmond Town Hall at 203 Bridge Street in the Town of Richmond on the 22nd of November, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon, as shall be required to discharge said taxes with costs, unless previously paid: PROPERTY 4: Being an 11.5-acre parcel of land, together with a dwelling located thereon, owned by Robert E. Kenney and Sharon Kenney, located at 217 Stage Road, Richmond, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Robert E. Kenney and Sharon Kenney by Warranty Deed of Michael Mobbs and Arlene Mobbs dated July 31, 1991, and of record in Book 74, Page 320 of the Richmond Land Records. (Parcel ID #SR0217) PROPERTY 5: Being a parcel of land, together with a dwelling located thereon, owned by Phillip M. Keppelman, located at 654 Durand Road, Richmond, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Phillip M. Keppelman by Quitclaim Deed of Arthur C. Keppelman, Jr., dated August 25, 1980, and of record in Book 38, Page 311 of the Richmond Land Records. (Parcel ID #DR0654) PROPERTY 6: Being a lot with mobile home located thereon owned by Michael P. Martell, located on the southerly side of Jonesville Stage Road, having a frontage on Stage Road of 175’, more commonly known as 517 Stage Road, Richmond, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises decreed to Michael P. Martell by Final Decree of Distribution in the Estate of Nancy M. Martell dated November 17, 2011, and of record in Book 208, Page 124 of the Richmond Land Records. (Parcel ID #SR0517) PROPERTY 7: Being a parcel of land, together with a dwelling located

SEVENDAYSVT.COM/CLASSIFIEDS thereon, owned by Joseph R. McHugh and Andrea C. McHugh, located at 179 Lawrence Road, Richmond, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Joseph R. McHugh and Andrea C. McHugh by Warranty Deed of Karen L. Mazza and Ronald F. Mazza dated September 23, 2005, and of record in Book 167, Page 476 of the Richmond Land Records. (Parcel ID #LR0179) PROPERTY 8: Being Parcel A containing one acre and Parcel B, together with a dwelling located thereon, owned by Jackie Pichette and Zachary Pichette, located at 333 Cochran Road, Richmond, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Jackie Pichette and Zachary Pichette by Warranty Deed of Bradford Fischer and Deanna Fischer dated May 31, 2006, and of record in Book 171, Page 670 of the Richmond Land Records. (Parcel ID #CO333) PROPERTY 9: Being a parcel of land, together with a dwelling located thereon, owned by Harland Stockwell and Karen Stockwell, located at 149 Esplanade

Street, Richmond, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Harland Stockwell and Karen Stockwell by Warranty Deed of Guy A. Marchessault and Penelope J. Marchessault dated October 13, 1987, and of record in Book 60, Page 18 of the Richmond Land Records. (Parcel ID #ES0149) Information regarding the amount of taxes due may be obtained through Joseph D. Fallon, Esq., Attorney for the Delinquent Tax Collector, Laurie Brisbin, at 802-482-2137. DATED at Richmond, Vermont, this 13th day of October, 2016.

OPENINGS BURLINGTON CITY COMMISSIONS/ BOARDS Chittenden Waste District – Alternate Term Expires 5/31/18 One Opening Housing Board of Review Term Expires 6/30/19 One Opening Parks and Recreation Commission Term Expires 6/30/17 One Opening Applications may be submitted to the Clerk/ Treasurer’s Office, 149 Church Street, Burlington, VT 05401 Attn: Lori NO later than Monday, November 21, 2016 by 4:30 p.m.

s/ Laurie Brisbin LAURIE BRISBIN, Delinquent Tax Collector for the Town of Richmond

If you have any questions please contact Lori at (802)865-7136 or via email lolberg@ burlingtonvt.gov.

Received for record at the Richmond Town Clerk’s Office on October 13, 2016, at 3:30 p.m.

City Council President Knodell will plan for appointments to take place at the November 28, 2016

Recorded in Book 237, Pages 298-299 of the Town of Richmond Land Records.

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enter an appearance in writing with the Court within 20 days of receiving the Notice of Appeal, or in such other time as may be provided in V.R.E.C.P. 5(c), if they wish to participate in the appeal. DATED at Burlington, Vermont this 7th day of October, 2016.

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Address of Court: Vermont Superior Court Chittenden Unit Probate Division P.O. Box 511 Burlington, VT 05402 STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT IN RE CHAMPLAIN PARKWAY, BURLINGTON VERMONT CONDITIONAL USE DETERMINATION ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION DOCKET NO. 123-10-16 VTEC. NOTICE OF APPEAL Fortieth Burlington, LLC, (“Fortieth Burlington”), a property owner along Lakeside Avenue, in Burlington, Vermont, by and through its counsel, Lisman Leckerling, appeals to the Environmental Division of the Vermont Superior Court from the September 8, 2016, decision of the Agency of Natural Resources, Department of Environmental Conservation, Watershed Management Division, Wetlands Program, to Issue an Amendment (Time Extension) for the Conditional Use Determination for the proposed Champlain Parkway in the City of Burlington. The Conditional Use Permit being appealed authorizes proposed activity in a wetland and adjacent 50-foot buffer zone located along Englesby Brook on the west side of Pine Street in Burlington. A copy of the September 8, 2016, Conditional Use Determination being appealed is attached. Fortieth Burlington claims party status pursuant to V.S.A. §8504(a). Pursuant to V.R.E.C.P. 5(b)(3), Fortieth Burlington, hereby notifies a l interested persons that they must

STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 621-11-14 WRCV WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. v. DIANE S. MCDONALD AND QUECHEE LAKES LANDOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC. OCCUPANTS OF 292 HIRAM ATKINS BYWAY, QUECHEE, VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq. In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered January 4, 2016 in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Diane S. McDonald to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Wachovia Mortgage Corporation, dated June 13, 2007 and recorded in Book 423 Page 475 of the land records of the Town of Hartford, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Wachovia Mortgage Corporation to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. dated January 30, 2014 and recorded in Book 495 Page 769 of the land records of the Town of Hartford, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 292 Hiram Atkins Byway, Quechee (Town of Harford), Vermont on November 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. all and singular the premises described in said mortgage,

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Whitetail Lane, Essex, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage:

NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Don Adrian Daane to Cendant Mortgage Corporation dated November 17, 2000 and recorded in Volume 439, Page 342, which mortgage was to PHH Mortgage Corporation by an instrument dated February 24, 2015 and recorded on March 16, 2015 in Volume 930, Page 152 of the Land Records of the Town of Essex, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 12:00 P.M. on November 8, 2016, at 3

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STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT CHITTENDEN UNIT CIVIL DIVISION DOCKET NO. 299-3-15 CNCV PHH Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff v. Don Adrian Daane a/k/a Don A. Daane and Occupants residing at 3 Whitetail Lane, Essex, Vermont, Defendants

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time and place of the sale by the purchaser. ˜ e balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certiﬁed check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days after the date of sale. ˜ e 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.

[CONTINUED] To wit: ˜ e land referred to in this policy is situated in the State of VT, County of WINDSOR, City of QUECHEE and described as follows:

DATED : September 20, 2016 By: /S/ Bozena Wysocki, Esq. Bozena Wysocki, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032

A certain piece of land in the Town of Hartford, County of Windsor and State of Vermont, which is called “the Property” in this deed, and which is described as follows: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Donald J. Kozak and Ellen M. Kozak by special warranty deed of Shawmut Bank NH dated April 25, 1995 and recorded at Book 221, Page 83 in the Hartford, Vermont land records.

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˜ e premises conveyed consists of a house an other improvement on Lot 7051 in Quechee Lakes Development, containing 100,300 square feet, more or less, subject to restrictions, obligations, conditions, riders, well rights, and all other matters of record concerning the Quechee Lakes Development. APN 127051 WITH THE APPURTENANCES THERETO. APN: 127051 Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms°of°sale:°Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid in cash, certiﬁed check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the

TOWN OF WESTFORD NOTICE OF SALE OF MUNICIPAL REAL ESTATE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE LEGAL VOTERS OF THE TOWN OF WESTFORD, pursuant to 24 V.S.A. §1061, that the TOWN OF WESTFORD proposes to sell to Jeffrey Hutchins the land and interests in land described below: A certain parcel of land believed to contain one and seven tenths (1.7) acres, more or less, dwelling and garage located at 26 Common Road in Westford, and being all and the same lands acquired by the Town of Westford by Warranty Deed dated August 27, 2013, recorded in Volume 159, pages 941-942 of the Westford Land Records. By Purchase and Sale Contract dated October 13, 2016, Jeffrey Hutchins has offered to purchase the abovedescribed property for $115,000 which is the total compensation the Town will receive upon conveyance of the land to Mr. Hutchins. ˜ e above described land and interests in land will be sold on the terms speciﬁed unless a petition objecting to the sale signed by at least ﬁve percent (5%) of the legal voters of the Town of Westford, is presented to the town clerk within thirty (30) days of the date of

publication and posting of this notice. If such a petition is presented, the Selectboard shall cause the question of whether the Town should convey the real estate to Jeffrey Hutchins on the terms set forth above to be considered at a Special Town Meeting called for that purpose, or at the next Annual Town Meeting. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR BIDS, NOR AN OFFER TO SELL THIS REAL ESTATE TO ANY OTHER PERSON ON ANY PARTICULAR TERMS OR CONDITIONS. Dated at Westford, Vermont this 19th day of October, 2016. WESTFORD SELECTBOARD David E. Adams, Chair David Tilton WARNING NOVEMBER 8, 2016 SPECIAL CITY MEETING PUBLIC INFORMATION HEARING A Public Information Hearing on the Public Questions to be voted on at the Special City Meeting°will be held on November 2, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. in Contois Auditorium City Hall, 149 Church St., Burlington, VT ˜ e hearing will provide information on the following public questions that have been placed on the ballot, the full text of which can be found in the Meeting Warning posted in the City Clerk’s Ofﬁce and through the City’s webpage http:// www.burlingtonvt.gov/ CT/Elections: 1. Approval of GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FOR CITY CAPITAL PLAN PROJECTS 2. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS FOR WATER SYSEM IMPROVEMENTS 3. ADOPTION OF ZA 16-14 4. PLEDGING THE CREDIT OF THE CITY TO SECURE INDEBTEDNESS FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE WATERFRONT TIF DISTRICT 5. PROPOSED CHARTER CHANGES REGARDING

POWERS OF CITY COUNCIL RE MUNICIPAL PARKING GARAGES, LOTS, STRUCTURES 6. BIKE PATH RELOCATION For more information, contact the Burlington Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, 802-865-7000 or http:// www.burlingtonvt.gov/ ContactUs. WARNING WILLISTON TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING NOVEMBER 8, 2016 ˜ e legal voters of the Williston Town School District are hereby notified and warned to meet at the Williston Central School Gymnasium on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at 7:00 a.m. at which time the polls will open, until 7:00 p.m. at which time the polls will close, to vote by Australian ballot upon the following Article of business: ARTICLE I: Shall general obligations bonds or notes of Williston Town School District in an amount not to exceed °Nineteen Million Eight Hundred Fifty ˜ ousand Dollars ($19,850,000), subject to reduction from available state construction grants in aid and appropriations, be issued for the purpose of financing the District’s share of the cost of making certain public improvements,°viz: Major renovations of the Williston Central School Building.° State funds may not be available at the time this project is otherwise eligible to receive state school construction aid.° ˜ e District is responsible for all costs incurred in connection with any borrowing done in anticipation of state school construction aid. ˜ e legal voters of the Williston Town School District are further warned and notified that an informational meeting will be held at the Williston Central School in the Town of Williston on ˜ ursday, November 3, 2016, commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the evening, for the purpose of explaining the subject improvements and the financing thereof.

Voter registration, checklist amendment, absentee voting and conduct of said special meeting shall be in accordance with Sections 422(c) and 553 of Title 16, and Chapters 43, 51 and 55 of Title 17, Vermont Statutes Annotated. Dated this 20th day of September, 2016 Chair Kevin Mara, Dirs. Joshua Diamond, Karen F. Maklad, Amanda Marvin, Brendan McMahon Received for record and recorded prior to posting this 21st day of September, 2016, Deborah Beckett, Williston Town Clerk

support groups AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS Join our floating support group where the focus is on living, not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport & its health-giving, life-affirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Penni or Linda at 999-5478, info@ dragonheartvermont. org, dragonheartvermont.org. 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. ALTERNATIVES TO SUICIDE Alternatives to Suicide is a safe space where the subject of suicide can be discussed freely, without judgment or stigma. ˜ e group is facilitated by individuals who have themselves experienced suicidal thoughts/ feelings. Fletcher Free Library, 235 College St., Burlington. Group meets weekly on ˜ ursdays, 1-2:30 p.m. Info: makenzy@ pathwaysvermont.org, 888-492-8218 x300. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP ˜ is 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. ˜ ey 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.

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ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE & DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP Held the last Tue. of every mo., 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Birchwood Terr., Burlington. Info, Kim, 863-6384. ARE YOU HAVING PROBLEMS W/ DEBT? Do you spend more than you earn? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous plus Business Debtor’s Anonymous. Sat., 10-11:30 a.m., Methodist Church at Buell & S. Winooski, Burlington. Contact Brenda, 338-1170. 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 and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Birthing Center, Northwestern Medical Center, St. Albans. Info: Rhonda Desrochers, Franklin County Home Health Agency, 527-7531. BEREAVEMENT/GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Meets every other Mon. night, 6-7:30 p.m., & every other Wed., 10-11:30 a.m., in the Conference Center at Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice in Berlin. ˜ e group is open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. ˜ ere is no fee. Info, Ginny Fry or Jean Semprebon, 223-1878. BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP IN ST. JOHNSBURY Monthly meetings will be held on the 3rd Wed. of every mo., 1-2:30 p.m., at the Grace United Methodist Church, 36 Central St., St. Johnsbury. ˜ e support group will offer valuable resources & info about brain injury. It will be a place to share experiences in a safe, secure & conﬁdential environment. Info,

Tom Younkman, tyounkman@vcil.org, 800-639-1522. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT Montpelier daytime support group meets the 3rd°˜ u. of the mo. at the Unitarian Church ramp entrance, 1:302:30 p.m. St. Johnsbury support group meets the 3rd Wed. montly at the Grace United Methodist Church, 36 Central St., 1:00-2:30 p.m.° Colchester° Evening support group meets the 1st Wed. monthly at the Fanny Allen Hospital in the Board Room Conference Room, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Brattleboro meets at Brooks Memorial Library on the 1st ˜ u. monthly from 1:15-3:15 p.m. and the 3rd Mon. montly from 4:15-6:15 p.m. White River Jct. meets the 2nd Fri. montly at Bugbee Sr. Ctr. from 3-4:30 p.m. Call our helpline at 877-856-1772. 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. CELEBRATE RECOVERY Overcome any hurt, habit or hangup in your life! ˜ is conﬁdential 12-Step recovery program puts faith in Jesus Christ at the heart of healing. We offer multiple support groups for both men & women, such as chemical dependency, codependency, sexual addiction & pornography, food issues, & 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. Info: recovery@essexalliance.org, 878-8213.

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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 graspvt@gmail. com or call 310-3301. G.Y.S.T. (GET YOUR STUFF TOGETHER) GYST creates a safe & empowering community for young men & youth in transition to come together with one commonality: learning to live life on life’s terms. Every Tue. & Thu., 4 p.m. G.Y.S.T. PYNK (for young women) meets weekly on Wed., 4 p.m. Location: North Central Vermont Recovery Center, 275 Brooklyn St., Morrisville. Info: Lisa, 851-8120. 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. HEARING VOICES 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. The Wellness Coop, 279 North Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-777-8602, abby@ pathwaysvermont.org.

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Post & browse ads at your convenience. 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. INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS SUPPORT GROUP Interstitial cystitis (IC) is recurring pelvic pain, pressure or discomfort in the bladder & pelvic region & urinary frequency/urgency. This is often misdiagnosed & mistreated as a chronic bladder infection. If you have been diagnosed or have these symptoms, you are not alone. We are building a Vermontbased support group & welcome you to email bladderpainvt@gmail. com or call 899-4151 for more information. 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 addition to sensitive listening, Kindred Connections provides practical help such as rides to doctors’ offices & meal deliveries. The program has people who have experienced a wide variety of cancers. For further info, please contact sherry. rhynard@gmail.com.

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. MARIJUANA ANONYMOUS Do you have a problem with marijuana? MA is 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. THE MEMORY CAFE The Memory Cafe is where people with memory loss disorders and their care partners can come together to connect and support one another. Second Saturday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m. Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St., Montpelier. Info: 223-2518. 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.

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. 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.; White River Junction, last Mon. of every mo., 5:45 p.m., VA Medical Center, William A. Yasinski Buidling. If you have questions about a group in your area, please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont, info@namivt. org or 800-639-6480. Family Support Group meetings are for family & friends of individuals living mental illness. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live w/ out the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 862-4516 or cvana.org. Held in Burlington, Barre and St. Johnsbury.

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NAMI CONNECTION RECOVERY PEER SUPPORT GROUP Bennington, every Tue., 12-1:30 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); 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 Church, 47 Cherry St. If you have questions

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that surface because of the trauma they have experienced. Please call SafeSpace 863-0003 if you are interested in joining.

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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

COMING OFF PSYCHIATRIC MEDICATION MUTUAL SUPPORT GROUP Through sharing experiences and resources, this group will provide support to

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,

DOMESTIC & SEXUAL VIOLENCE WomenSafe offers free, confidential support groups in Middlebury for women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Art For Healing. Six-week support group for people who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Childcare provided. Please call our hotline, 388-4205, or email am@womensafe.net for more information.

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.

CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS CoDA is a 12-step fellowship for people whose common purpose is to develop healthy & fulfilling relationships. By actively working the program of Codependents Anonymous, we can realize a new joy, acceptance & serenity in our lives. Call for time and location. Tom, 238-3587, coda.org.

DECLUTTERERS’ SUPPORT GROUP Are you ready to make improvements but fi d it overwhelming? Maybe two or three of us can get together to help each other simplify. 989-3234, 425-3612.

DIVORCED OR SEPARATED? Come join this 13-week class sponsored by Essex Alliance Church, starting Sept. 25, 5:307:30 p.m. at Bluewater Center Conference Room, 145 Pine Haven Shores Rd., Shelburne. It is a support group for men and women, consisting of video seminars and discussion led by people who understand what you are experiencing. Cost: $25. To register and for more info contact Sandy, 989-4081.

health crisis might include extreme states, psychosis, depression, 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.

CELIAC & GLUTENFREE GROUP Every 2nd Wed., 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.

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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. Info: 893-0530, Julie@ mccartycreations.com.

individuals interested in coming off psychiatric medications, those in the process of psychiatric medication withdrawal or anyone looking for a space to explore their choices around psychiatric medication use. The group is also open to those supporting an individual in psychiatric medication withdrawal. 5:15-6:15 p.m. every other Monday (beginning 1/25/2016), Pathways Vermont, 125 College St., 2nd floor, Burlington. Contact: Cameron Mackcameron@ pathwaysvermont .org or 888 492 8218 x 404.

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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 ˜ u. of every mo., 6-7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 11 Church St., St. Albans. Info: stpaulum@myfairpoint.net. 2nd Wed. of every mo., 6-7:30 p.m. Winooski United Methodist Church, 24 W. Allen St., Winooski. Info: hovermann4@ comcast.net. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 12-step fellowship for people who identify as overeaters, compulsive eaters, food addicts, anorexics, bulimics, etc. Tue., 7 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 4 St. James Place, Essex Jct. All are welcome; meeting is open. Info: Felicia, 777-7718. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Do you promise you’ll only have one more but then you eat the whole bag? Have you tried every diet possible and nothing works? ˜ ere is hope. Come to an Overeaters Anonymous meeting and ﬁnd out about a 12 step program of recovery. ˜ ere is a solution! Turning Point Center, 191 Bank Street, Suite 200, Burlington. Weekly on ˜ ursdays, 7 p.m. Info: Elise, 302-528-6672. OA Big|Book Solution Group of Burlington.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Do you worry about the way you eat? Overeaters Anonymous may have the answer for you. No weigh-ins, dues or fees. Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Temple Sinai, 500 Swift St., S. Burlington. Info: 863-2655. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Meetings in Barre Tue. 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Sat. 8:30-9:30 a.m., at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St. Info, Valerie 279-0385.˛Meetings in Burlington ˜ urs. 7:30-8:30 a.m., at the First United Church, 21 Buell St. Info, Geraldine, 730-4273. Meetings in Johnson occur every Sun., 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Johnson Municipal Building, Rte. 15 (just west of the bridge). Info, Debbie Y., 888-5958. Meetings in Montpelier occur every Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Bethany Church, 115 Main St. Info, Joan, 2233079. Steps to Food Freedom Meetings in Morrisville occur every Sat., 10-11 a.m., at the First Congregational Church, 85 Upper Main St. Contacts: Anne, 888-2356. Big Book Meetings in Morrisville occur every Tue., 6 p.m. at the North Central Recovery Center (NCVRC), 275 Brooklyn St. Info: Debbie, 888-5958. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 12-step. Sat., 9-10 a.m. Turning Point Center, 182 Lake St., St. Albans. Is what you’re eating, eating you? We can help. Call Valerie, 825-5481. PARKINSON’S DISEASE OUTREACH GROUP ˜ is group meets on the second Tuesday, 10-11:30 a.m. of the month at Pillsbury Homestead Senior Community Residence at 3 Harborview Rd., St. Albans in the conference room next to the library on the ﬁrst ﬂoor. Wheelchair accessible. Info: patricia_rugg18@ comcast.net. PEER ACCESS LINE Isolated? Irritable? Anxious? Lonely? Excited? Bored? Confused? Withdrawn? Sad? Call us! Don’t hesitate for a moment. We understand! It is our choice to be here for you to listen. Your feelings do matter. 321-2190. ˜ u., Fri., Sat. evenings, 6-9 p.m.

PROSTATE 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. QUEEN CITY MEMORY CAFE ˜ e 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. ˜ ayer Building, 1197 North Ave., Burlington. 316-3839. QUEER CARE GROUP ˜ is 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. ˜ is 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 ﬁve-week group classes facilitated by our Tobacco Treatment Specialists.˛ We meet in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.˛ You may qualify for a FREE 8-week supply of nicotine replacement therapy. Contact us at (802)-847-7333 or QuitTobaccoClass @ UVMHealth.org. 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. 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 8640555, ext. 19, or email our victim advocate at advocate@sover.net.

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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 ˜ u. monthly; school-age children (ages 8-12) & parents (meeting separately): 4:15-5:15, 2nd ˜ u. 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, 2577989; Montpelier (Washington County Mental Health Emergency Services), 229-0591; Randolph (Clara Martin Center Emergency Service), 800-639-6360. SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND ALLIES OF TRANSGENDER ADULTS We are the parents of an adult transgender woman. While we celebrate the emergence of her authentic self, we ﬁnd we have many questions to explore with others on this path with their loved ones. We meet the 4th ˜ ursdays of the month,˛5 p.m.˛Pride Center of VT. Please join us!˛margie@ pridecentervt. org,˛802-860-7812

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Listing Coordinator Nancy Jenkins Real Estate is looking for someone with strong customer service skills who would like to work on a dynamic team. Listing Coordinator would be responsible for answering phones, 7:29 PMmanaging listings and communication with clients. The listing coordinator needs to be able to work in a fast-paced environment being able to handle communication with clients along with doing interesting tasks and projects.

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Mature candidates will have good communications skills, computer literacy, broad life experiences, and the ability to work independently. Education or health services background useful; comfort with social media a plus. Must like dogs. No calls, please. Resumes to: danielle@masonconsult.com

Our vibrant, growing and diverse City seeks a City 2v-NancyJenkins102616.indd 1 10/24/16 2v-MountMansfieldMaple102616.indd 2:10 PM 1 10/20/162v-MasonAssociates102616.indd 12:58 PM 1 10/24/16 The Arbors at Manager to serve as its Chief Administrative Officer. This Shelburne: A position is responsible to the Winooski City Council for the Benchmark Senior administration of all city affairs and operations placed in the Living Community City Manager’s charge. The City Manager is responsible for is focused entirely assuring that critical services are provided in an effective and on serving people living with Alzheimer’s disease, efficient manner providing the highest value possible. This Parkinson’s disease and all memory related diseases. includes a responsibility to citizens, business owners and Citizen Cider is dedicated to the craft employees in the city that infrastructure is maintained, that IMMEDIATE OPENING of quality hard cider-making using capital assets required for operation are in safe condition, and only locally-sourced, whole fruit. The Head Cider Maker is a management that Personnel Polices are abided by. EVENING NURSES

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Master’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and four years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree in one of the above disciplines or related field and six years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education. The successful candidate possesses a broad base of skills in municipal operations, is a highly skilled communicator and collaborator, and is able to listen and integrate criticism, while working to resolve conflict. The City seeks and individual with proven success in keeping up with current trends and bringing innovative ideas forward, as well as a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. For additional information, and to submit an application, please visit our website at winooskivt.org.

Full & Part time $3,000 Sign-On Bonus We offer competitive salary with outstanding shift differentials. A competitive benefit package with tuition reimbursement and bonus opportunities in a team focused workplace. Please submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to phurteau@benchmarkquality.com or stop in for an on-the-spot interview. Bill Davidson, RN, DNS Priscilla Hurteau, HR The Arbors at Shelburne 687 Harbor Road, Shelburne, VT. 05482 (802) 985-8600 A Benchmark Assisted Living Community, EOE

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position on the Production Team and responsible for supervising the cider making process from receipt of juice to package. Strong candidates will have 3-5 years’ experience in fermentation, strong working knowledge of CIP systems and filtration equipment, and experience supervising staffing and scheduling. Excellent organization, time management and problem solving skills are crucial skills required for this position. Hard work, mutual respect and community are core values required for success in the company. For more information, please visit: citizencider.com/cider-life Interested applicants please send resume and cover letter to colleen@citizencider.com with title “Head Cider Maker” by 11/4/16.

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Perrigo Nutritionals, in Georgia, VT, currently has openings for some Production Sanitizers and an experienced Packaging Mechanic. For full job descriptions and to apply, please visit our website at perrigocareers.com.

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Central Vermont Substance Abuse Services is a nonprofit organization located in Berlin, providing substance abuse services to central Vermont residents. The range of services provided includes outpatient, intensive outpatient intervention, education, prevention, intervention and treatment services. 10/24/16 12:32 PMSubstance

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR CGC seeks a Communications Coordinator who is excited to support our mission to strengthen families and communities through specialized programs. The communications coordinator will split their time between program outreach and office administration. The ideal candidate will be selfmotivated, attentive-to-detail, have experience with online marketing and enjoy customer service. Knowledge of online marketing platforms, cloud-based software and traditional database management preferred. Perks include health & dental, paid time off, a fun work environment with flexible hours. Resumes and cover letters should be sent to connor@cgcvt.org by October 27th.

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Abuse Clinicians: We are seeking to fill a full time Master’s Level Clinician position working with adults or adolescents in Substance Abuse treatment setting. This position will provide group and individual counseling, assessments, treatment planning, referral and will help provide a bridge from the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program to other This position is a contract 12-18 month position. A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate. treatment service options available in the local community. Work will involve coordinating with representatives from the Contact Information: email: geoff@bddow.com. Department of Corrections, health care providers and other referral sources. Previous experience working with people in recovery from addictions is preferable. A LADC is preferred, but 6t-BurlingtonDrugCo102616.indd 1 10/24/16 not required. We will provide training for qualified candidates. HUB Clinicians: The Hub Clinician position is a Master’s or Bachelor’s level clinician position working with adults as a part of our Hub & Spoke medication assisted therapy (MAT) program. This position will focus on access to care and providing a bridge from the MAT program to referrals to the treatment service options. Work will involve assessments, group & individual therapy, case management as well as coordination with the Department of Corrections. Previous experience working with people in recovery from addictions is preferable. A LADC is preferred. Working hours roughly 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Individuals who are interested in being part of a dynamic team are encouraged to apply. Flexibility, dependability, strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to be a team player are essential. We offer a flexible benefit package, 403(b) retirement match and generous time off policy. Send your resume to : Rachel Yeager, HR Coordinator or to ryeager@claramartin.org Clara Martin Center • PO Box G • Randolph, VT 05060

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Two year associate’s degree (or higher) in computer science, or equivalent work experience is required, and five years of related work experience is desired. Technical proficiency in relevant programming languages and development tools required. Knowledge of RPG, RPG-ILE, CL, SQL, AS/400 environments, and DB2 Database is required. Ability to write program specifications and coding is required. Must be able to communicate clearly in writing, by phone, and in person to both technical and nontechnical personnel. Ability to work effectively with all types of people at all levels inside and outside of the organization.

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PART-TIME TREASURER The Town of Westford is seeking qualified applicants for a part-time Treasurer. Some telecommuting allowed. Westford residency not required. Full job description is available at https://westfordvt.us/ nominating-committee/ Send resume and cover letter to treasurerwestford2016 @gmail.com BY NOVEMBER 11.

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Accountant/ Bookkeeper Small manufacturing company in Waterbury Center seeking experienced accountant/ bookkeeper. CPA Preferred. 32 hours per week. Salary plus benefits. Qualified candidates please email cover letter and resume.

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Northfield Savings Bank is looking for a professional to join our senior leadership team as Vice President of Marketing. This position has a broad scope of responsibilities and offers the ability to make a significant impact on overall company performance. Primary duties involve developing short and long-term marketing and advertising strategies designed to promote the Bank’s products and services.

The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission seeks a skilled and self-motivated financial professional for a part-time job. Successful applicants will enjoy working with a highly functioning team of committed professionals. Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar software is highly preferable. Applicants should be comfortable in a Microsoft Office environment, particularly with Excel. Functions include accounts receivable, accounts payable, general accounting, basic human resources, grant administration, and records management.

The Vice President of Marketing will be responsible for creating brand platforms and establishing and managing brand consistency and communications, along with ensuring Marketing is cohesive, customer-relevant and effective in driving customer loyalty and profitable business growth through our brand. The position requires the candidate to remain current with evolving industry trends and marketing techniques with a focus on digital marketing strategies. The Vice President of Marketing will direct and oversee the Bank’s marketing strategy, product development, community relation policies, objectives and initiatives, develop overall marketing plans, including brand, all business lines, product and service programs and oversees corporate citizenship and philanthropic activities including The NSB Foundation (NSB donates 10% of annual earnings to local non-profit organizations). The incumbent will model and champion the Bank’s values such as integrity, diversity, teamwork, excellence and customer focus.

CCRPC is the regional planning agency for the Burlington, VT region. Our offices are in downtown Winooski along the river in a great walking environment with a variety of restaurants, services and businesses. Our workplace is friendly and highly flexible. We will work with the right person to create a customized work schedule that meets the selected individual’s needs and our needs as an employer.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, business administration or related field, five or more years’ experience as a senior level marketing manager. Financial industry (banking) experience is preferred.

The individual selected must be a self-starter, able to work independently and stick to deadlines. Some night meetings may be expected. Compensation is competitive, and commensurate with experience. Future opportunities for advancement are likely.

Northfield Savings Bank is a mutual, depositor owned organization and one of the largest banks headquartered in Vermont. NSB offers a competitive compensation program including medical, dental, profit sharing, and a matching 401(k) retirement plan. If you are interested in joining the NSB team, please submit your resume and job application by email to careers@nsbvt.com (preferred). Your information will be kept in confidence. Or mail:

Please send a letter of interest and resume (with references and contact information) by 4 pm, Friday, November 11, 2016, to Charlie Baker, Executive Director at cbaker@ccrpcvt.org.

Northfield Savings Bank Human Resources P.O. Box 7180 Barre, VT 05641-7180

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FRONT DESK/ SCHEDULER Busy, mid-sized family practice is looking for a part time front desk/scheduler. This position is Monday in Scheduling; Wednesday and Friday, Front Desk; and Saturday/Sunday mornings, Front Desk. This position is approximately 32 hours per week. Experience with an electronic health record preferred. Must be detailoriented, dependable, and enjoy working with patients. Please send cover letter and resume to: Cheryl McCaffrey, Practice Administrator, TCHC, 586 Oak Hill Road, Williston, Vermont 05495.

Seeking tree hugging Route Drivers to pick up food scraps from businesses throughout Vermont. Must be passionate about the environment, detail oriented, able to coordinate several routes, be willing to load trucks in outside conditions and move heavy containers. Clean driving record, and (large) truck driving experience a must. CDL desired, not required.

CRISIS HOUSE MANAGER Empowering Neighbors with disabilities to be at Home in the community Green Mountain Support Services is a social services agency, serving people with Developmental Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injuries and Adult Family Care. We are searching for someone to manage our Crisis House. This is a contracted position for 115 days per year with a taxable salary of $46,000 per year. This person would be available as needed throughout the year. Must have a flexible schedule and be ready at any given time. This position requires a valid VT Driver’s license, well maintained, reliable and insured vehicle is a must. Extensive background checks will be conducted. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter of interest and resume to

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS The Hanover, N.H., and Norwich, Vt., schools invite qualified candidates with a proven track record of distinguished leadership and diversity of experience in public school administration to apply for the position of superintendent of schools, effective July 1, 2017.

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Come join our team of talented employees in a fast paced, growing, mission-based company located in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. High Mowing Organic Seeds is an independently owned leader in the nonGMO seed, farming and food community, committed to providing high quality organic seeds to our customers. We care about the earth, each other and what we do and are seeking an experienced full-time, seasonal Customer Service Associate that shares our vision.

Customer Service Associate Red Hen Baking Co. is hiring

Café Staff! We are looking for full-time help in our café. Previous food service/ cash handling experience necessary. Job requirements include: • Customer Service • Making espresso drinks • Making sandwiches to order This position includes beneﬁts. Please contact Hannah@ 223-5200 x19 or buyer@redhenbaking.com.

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Public Works Staff Engineer/ Project Manager Reporting to the Director, the Public Works Staff Engineer/ Project Manager oversees the development and implementation of projects and ensures all project elements are successfully completed. Communication skills are crucial to this position as this role serves as the liaison between multiple functional areas within the City’s Divisions, Departments, contractors, vendors, and outside agencies to provide technical and administrative support on behalf of the department. The incumbent also assists to ensure accuracy and compliance with purchasing policies, bid review and evaluation, and coordinates between disciplines and operations during design and construction, and project closeout. Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or relevant field of study required.

The Customer Service Associate is primarily focused on processing incoming orders and providing customer service. He/she will learn and maintain proficiency in order-taking processes to ensure smooth fulfillment of customer orders. This position will provide general support for the sales team, including data entry, filing, mail sorting and other office duties as needed. The successful candidate will have strong computer skills and an ability to learn new programs quickly. This person must possess excellent organizational skills, solid written and oral communication skills, and have the desire to work independently and execute complicated tasks without intensive supervision. Knowledge and experience with commercial vegetable production methods preferred. A complete job description can be obtained on our website: www.highmowingseeds.com/job-opportunities.html.

For additional information, and to submit an application,

Please email your resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@highmowingseeds.com. Please put the job title in the subject line.

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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls please.

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MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES Case Manager – Safe Recovery Provide case management and specialized intervention services to people who inject drugs or who are at high risk of injection drug use. This includes assessment, service coordination, risk reduction knowledge and skill development. Minimum of high school diploma required. Hiring rate is $15/hour. Job ID# 3340

Senior Clinician – Eldercare This unique position combines a love of working with elders with a passion for clinical work and a chance to have some ownership over a small and special program. Provide mental health and substance abuse assessments and treatment to people over the age of 60 in their homes, in collaboration with the Agency on Aging and partners in the dynamic field of aging. Supervise a colleague, attend community meetings and be a part of a strong group of adult outpatient clinicians where our clinical knowledge is shared and strengthened. LICSW and use of a personal vehicle required. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a starting annual salary of $44,167.50 with verification of licensure. Job # 3515.

CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES

Want to join the booming Health Care IT industry and work in a fantastic team culture? PCC is an award-winning provider of software and services for pediatric practices.

Technical Writer and Educational Content Creator PCC’s Documentation Team is seeking a technical writer, reporter, and content creator. Our team turns complex software procedures and pediatric industry topics into focused, engaging educational and instructional content.

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Clinician – School Services Interested in school-based mental health work? The School Services program has immediate openings in the following schools: Chamberlain Elementary School (Job ID# 3464)

Milton Elementary School (Job ID# 3446)

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Excellent writing and editing skills Journalistic skills: The ability to interview SMEs, take detailed notes, and produce concise instructional content Demonstrated comfort with computers, software, and new technologies The ability to work independently on a deadline A willingness to learn, adapt, and take feedback

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Use a clinical social work model to provide therapeutic and case management services to students, families and teams. Receive high-quality supervision. Applicants must have backgrounds in social work, psychology or mental health counseling and must be willing/able to pursue licensure in social work or a related field. Starting salary of $41,008.50, plus additional $2,000 if licensed.

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Knowledge of issues facing the health care industry and/or pediatrics Past professional experience as a writer, reporter, teacher, or technical content creator Comfort with web production software and technologies such as Wordpress, HTML, etc. Experience recording voice-overs, creating instructional videos, or other experience with multi-media

The Winooski Family Center is seeking to hire a Preschool Teacher to join our professional, caring and well-trained multidisciplinary team. If you believe that you would thrive in a team-based setting, are comfortable working in both a high-quality state and nationally accredited preschool classroom and diverse To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing samples, community setting, are experienced in working with young children, and desire to partake in a variety and a video sample (if available), to jobs@pcc.com by of learning opportunities, this position may be a great fit for you. Full-time position and is responsible 11/14/16. For more information, visit pcc.com/careers. for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool program in accordance with all relevant AA/EOE legislation, policies and procedures. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Winooski School District, Howard Center Early Childhood program and families as well as other partners. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or early childhood special 6t-PCCtechwriter101916.indd 1 10/17/16 education required. Must have a valid Vermont State Educators License and experience and skills related to program implementation. Valid driver’s license and vehicle also required. Job ID# 3471

Clinician – Early Childhood

Seeking experienced master’s-level clinician to join a dynamic team of early childhood mental-health professionals in partnering with young children, families, childcare programs and community providers. Knowledge/experience in trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally competent family work is a must. Commitment to home-based, family-centered work necessary. Reliable transportation and clean driving record required. Starting salary is $41,008.50. Job ID# 3521

For more information, please visit howardcentercareers.org. Howard Center offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, as well as generous paid time off for all regular positions scheduled 20-plus-hours-per-week. Applicants needing assistance or an accommodation in completing the online application should feel free to contact Human Resources at 488-6950 or hrhelpdesk@howardcenter.org. 12-HowardCenterFULLAGENCY102616.indd 1

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People’s United Bank, the largest independent bank headquartered in New England, is hiring for positions in Williston. We are currently seeking candidates for the following opportunities:

Collector This position is responsible for the collection of delinquent residential mortgage and/or, consumer revolving lines of credit including Home Equity Loans and credit card accounts, which includes gathering and analyzing financial information and making recommendations to management. In addition, this position coordinates and closes loan modifications, short sales, foreclosures and repossession activities.

Loan Exception Transaction Representative This position is responsible for all Monetary Transactions including payment and payoff processing, reversals, loan reconciliations, proof of various General Ledger Accounts and internal deposit accounts. Also responsible for monitoring various loan reports for transaction exceptions such as Unposted, Negative Balance, PCL and a variety of other functions including research and mail distribution.

If you enjoy working on a team, are able to manage multiple priorities in a multi-task environment we’d like to hear from you. Prior collections experience if preferred but not required. Reference: 7222BR

If you enjoy working on a team, are able to manage multiple priorities in a multi-task environment we’d like to hear from you. Reference: 7016BR

Lead Collector This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of various functional areas within Collections. This position also establishes and supervises operational processes needed to monitor employee productivity/efficiency, collections and systems data reviews and compliance with internal/external policies, laws and regulations.

Escrow Servicing Representative This position is responsible for the accurate and timely payment of all escrowed taxes, insurance, FHA and PMI, including compliance with all RESPA and CFPB requirements and any regulations associated with the handling of escrows. In addition, this position updates accounts for any escrow increases or decreases and adjusts customer’s billing as necessary. This position also sets up new escrows for both commercial and residential loans and reviews the accuracy of all escrow analysis along with the resulting shortage or surplus calculated.

Takes lead role in resolution of open complaints by recommending solutions to business units and respond to customer in writing with final response/resolution using business writing standards. Communicates customer needs to management with goal of delivering outstanding results for our customers. If you enjoy solving problems, suggesting solutions and possess effective verbal, written and listening skills, then we’d like to hear from you. Prior collections experience if preferred but not required. Reference: 7223BR Senior Business Analyst This position is responsible for reviewing and analyzing the requirements from supported business units to provide solutions to meet customer needs. The Business Analyst’s primary responsibility is to ensure that systems and applications are working to meet the business needs of the organization. If you enjoy solving problems, suggesting solutions and possess effective verbal, written and listening skills, then we’d like to hear from you. Reference: 6790BR

If you are able to work well in a team environment, as well as complete work independently, are proficient in basic PC skills, and possess effective verbal, written and listening skills we’d like to hear from you. Reference: 7017BR Senior Trust Operations Representative This position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of cash activity executed within the department including ACH, wires, checks and asset income while providing our high net worth clients with exceptional customer service. Work involves confidential and sensitive information; discretion and attention to detail is essential. If you have a working knowledge of electronic funds transfer issues, stock, bond and mutual fund income collection, strong PC spreadsheet skills, ability to work with a team, are organized, and able to adapt to changes in a fast paced environment, we want to hear from you. Reference: 7025BR

Lead Trust Operations Representative This position is responsible for coordinating the workflow in a small to medium-sized group and acting as the primary resource for staff members within the group to resolve more advanced processing exceptions. Works on highly complex transactions including researching and analyzing escalated exceptions items. Provides resolution to the most complex, unique and escalated transactions, which usually involve risk, compliance, accounting reporting and/or system issues. Serves as the subject matter expert for the reconciliation, payment and exception processing in Income collections, and cash processing and assists junior staff with more complex transactions. If you have a strong working knowledge of financial transactions, have the ability to use specialized knowledge to identify and resolve complex and unique problems, strong time management and organizational skills, able to work in a team environment than we want to hear from you. Reference: 7183BR Consumer Loan Monitoring Representative This position performs a wide range of administrative tasks to ensure that a variety of consumer loan products comply with all internal policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines. In addition, this position reviews setups performed by senior staff members on more complex loans. If you enjoy working on a team, are able to manage multiple priorities in a multi-task environment we’d like to hear from you. Reference: 7182BR Wealth Management – Senior Fiduciary Tax Specialist This position is responsible for assisting Fiduciary Officers and management in all aspects of day-to-day fiduciary tax responsibilities, including reviewing and preparing financial information, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and providing a high level of customer service to clients. The ideal candidate will be able to scrutinize and review fiduciary (1041) tax returns for proper tax calculation and assists with fiduciary tax estimate payments. Reviews financial account information to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal tax policies and regulatory guidelines. Reviews accuracy of tax letters and fiduciary tax returns prepared by outside vendors. If you have the ability to maintain specialized knowledge and skills regarding changing legal and regulatory requirements and make recommendations to management to ensure ongoing compliance, strong written and verbal skills, and excellent research, analytical and decision making skills we would like to hear from you. Great attention to detail is a must. Reference: 7073BR

In today’s highly competitive job market, People’s United Bank recognizes the need to attract, reward and retain talented employees. That’s why we provide a comprehensive, competitive and innovative benefits program to meet the short-term and long-term needs of our employees and their families. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities or other opportunities in the Greater Burlington area, please visit and apply online at our career site, www.peoples.com/careers. People’s United Bank and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. 15t-People'sUnitedBank102616.indd 1

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Associate Director of Philanthropy THE NATURE CONSERVANCY in Vermont seeks a dynamic professional to serve as its full-time Associate Director of Philanthropy. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization. The Associate Director of Philanthropy works closely with the philanthropy team to coordinate and implement effective multiyear strategies and plans for gift prospects, including corporate, foundation, and individual donors. S/he will play a critical role in prospect identification and cultivation for an upcoming planning study and potential campaign, and will work with philanthropy leadership to build and leverage strong community relationships in Vermont. This position will require frequent in-state travel. We have a fantastic office environment located in Montpelier, VT, and offer a competitive salary with great benefits. Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ related experience or equivalent combination required. For a complete position description and to apply, visit tinyurl.com/jqrzyt3. The application deadline is Midnight EST November 4, 2016.

Small Dog Electronics seeks Finance Director position. This self-directed position reports directly to the company CEO. Working out of our Waitsfield, VT headquarters supervising all aspects of accounting and finance. Responsibilities include all financial aspects of the company, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Control, Cash Management and Budgeting. Production of reports for other departments and outside agencies, quarterly and yearly tax planning and filing, plus internal accounting system training, design and development are all part of this multi-faceted position. Qualities in a potential candidate would be a high regard for accuracy and control, an entrepreneurial bent, a willingness to challenge the way things are done, and an overarching commitment to customer satisfaction and social responsibility. Strong computer, spreadsheet and database experience are a must. Good communications, supervisory and instructional skills are required as well. 5+ years combined education and experience is required. This is position is a full time salaried position which includes a full benefit package including health, dental, 401k, combined time off, long term and short term disability. Send Resume to jobs@smalldog.com

FARM MANAGER Retreat Farm Ltd. is looking for a dynamic, hardworking farmer to establish and lead the daily operation of our new Rockwell Hill farm, which will be an integrated set of livestock and horticulture enterprises designed to minimize the need for off-farm inputs, and to help develop our Children’s Farm and Forest. Responsibilities will include animal and crop production as well as onsite composting, pasture management, business plan development, and leading work crews to establish farm infrastructure. A full job description is available at retreatfarm.org/ farm-manager. Retreat Farm Ltd. 350 Linden St. Brattleboro, VT 05301 802-490-2270

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Join Housing Vermont’s team in Burlington as an Underwriter for its economic, community, and affordable housing development loan and investment programs. This position is responsible for reviewing, interpreting and performing due diligence of financial, market, industry, and social impact information; identifying key issues, trends, risks, mitigations, and drawing conclusions; preparing investment committee proposals; and assisting in the closing process. Requirements include 3 plus years of underwriting, financial or credit analysis experience in multifamily or commercial real estate; valid driver’s license; proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced excel skills; and Bachelor’s degree in finance, community development, business or related discipline. The successful candidate must have excellent analytical, written and oral communication, and math skills; a keen ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines; a readiness to learn, and an excitement about the work of Housing Vermont and Vermont Rural Ventures. For a full position description, please email jobs@hvt.org. Please send resume with cover letter, references and salary requirements by October 31st to:

HOUSING VERMONT ATTN: BETH BOUTIN EMAIL: JOBS@HVT.ORG

We are looking for a highly motivated software developer to work directly with our customers and service teams to design and build 3rd party integrations, workflow customizations, and business intelligence.

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Other responsibilities will include developing our AWS cloud infrastructure, build-deploy pipeline, and QA automation test suite. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are a must, as well as the willingness to work hard and show results in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Spring Village at Essex, a new residential care community specializing in memory care, is continuing to build our nursing team. We currently are looking for a part-time night Charge Nurse and per-diem nurses on all shifts.

Successful candidates will have experience in programming and relational databases, with Java, JavaScript, SQL, Ruby or Python, and Linux highly desirable. Demonstrated experience to manage customer relationships, build trust, and deliver on timelines is essential. Please visit our website, opentempo.com, for a full job description. Please email your resume and why you would be a great fit to jobs@opentempo.com. Our compensation package is very competitive, complete with 401(k), medical, dental, and disability insurance.

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FARMHOUSE GROUP EVENTS The Farmhouse Group is seeking an experienced Chef for our growing catering business. Plan and execute off-site catering events/weddings and in-house private dining events at the restaurants. Oversee office catering program. Competitive salary with full benefits package.

Wake Robin seeks health care staff who are licensed in Vermont to work collaboratively to provide high quality care in a fast paced residential and long-term care environment, while maintaining a strong sense of “home.” We offer an opportunity to build strong relationships with staff and residents in a dynamic community setting.

Staff Nurse (LPN or RN) Full-Time, Evening Shifts

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GUILFORD (pop. 2100 in southeastern VT with a 5-member Selectboard and a terrific community of engaged residents) has an immediate opening for Town Administrator.

We continue to offer generous shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends! Wake Robin offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to build strong relationships with staff and residents in a dynamic community setting. Interested candidates please email hr@wakerobin.com or fax your resume with cover letter to: HR, (802) 264-5146. WAKE ROBIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Dining Service Director Reporting to the President/CEO, the Director oversees all aspects of food and beverage services to ensure a high quality dining experience in each of our dining venues. The director is charged with supporting and enhancing Wake Robin’s reputation for fine dining, as well as its commitment to creating a food experience that is rooted in the community’s values of “healthy, sustainable, innovative, and local.” Duties include strategic leadership, dining service operations, staff management, budgeting/planning, and resident/customer relations. The successful candidate will be a graduate of an accredited program as a Chef, in hospitality management, in nutrition, or related program. S/he will have a minimum of five years in a leadership position related to 1) food service management, 2) in an organization of similar size, and 3) where there is a demonstrated commitment to high quality (from scratch) food production that utilizes best practices in local sourcing, sustainability, and innovation. A minimum of 5 years experience as a department leader required. Experience with luxury senior living communities strongly preferred.

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Salary is based on experience and the Town’s budget. Submit cover letter and resume, attention Selectboard, to: guilfordvt@yahoo.com. Subject line should read “Town Administrator Search - (your last name)”; job description can be found by going to the home page of guilfordvt.net.

Must be confident with learning new technologies and be familiar with MS Office software. Background in public health, counseling or social work is desirable. Based in Burlington with some state-wide travel. We offer a stimulating, healthy, fun and flexible work environment. Apply at vabir.org under employment opportunities.

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COMMUNITY INCLUSION FACILITATOR CCS is seeking dynamic staff to provide one-on-one inclusion supports to help individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism lead fulfilling lives, reach their goals and be productive members of their community. This is a great opportunity to be a part of human services and to work in a fun, supportive environment. We currently have several positions with excellent benefits, training development, and competitive wages. Submit a letter of interest and resume to Karen Ciechanowicz, staff@ccs-vt.org. ccs-vt.org

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We are looking for motivated, responsible individuals. Must be able to work independently, possess a positive attitude, be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and have a clean driving record. We offer a competitive wage along with benefits. Apply in person or online at Farrell Vending Services 405 Pine Street Burlington, VT 05401 farrellvending.com.

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Where are you headed? If you’re ready for seasonal work and maybe even something more — well, the smarter route is at UPS. And when the season is done? You’ll have cash in your pocket, and, as part of our growing, dynamic Fortune 50 organization, you might just find the kind of permanent opportunities that will keep your career moving in the right direction.

UPS is NOW HIRING throughout Vermont! Seasonal Driver Helpers

No License Required | Driver picks you up at mutually convenient location | Work days with varying hours from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Part-Time Package Handlers

J.W. & D.E. Ryan is a well established, family-owned plumbing, heating and AC contractor in Vergennes, VT. We are currently seeking a plumber/ service technician to join our team. Our work is primarily residential and light commercial and our range of services include design, installation and maintenance. Journeyman or Master license a plus, but if you are mechanically inclined, we are willing to train. The position is full-time with benefits including paid time off, 6 paid holidays, health insurance, training/ education, life insurance, short-term disability insurance and a matching 401(k). Competitive pay based on experience.

To apply, please email your resume to tscuteri@jwderyan.com or mail to: J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Inc. PO Box 6, Vergennes, VT 05491

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SHELBURNE MUSEUM NOW HIRING

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MUSEUM SERVICES MANAGER

NFP’s South Burlington, Vermont, office is seeking a Benefits Analyst to work in our Group Client Department. This position works closely with the NFP internal client team to support team and client needs. The Benefits Analyst is involved in all major service deliverables and has client interaction. Duties include gathering information for quote submission, assisting with the quote presentation, working with clients and structuring their employee benefits, and employer problem solving. This position will also handle some customer service with employer HR departments and employees. Experience in HR or insurancerelated work important, as well as experience working with MS Office and databases. Please respond in confidence via mail to

Do you have a keen eye for detail, experience in hospitality or housekeeping, and a desire to work in a beautiful and unique environment? Shelburne Museum is looking for you! We need a dynamic and experienced manager to lead the team responsible for the upkeep of all public and staff spaces throughout our incredible campus. Setting up and helping with special events, moving equipment, and various special projects related to the upkeep of the Museum are managed by this important position. If you have a can-do, positive attitude and the experience we are looking for, visit shelburnemuseum.org for the full job description and application instructions. Evening and weekend availability a must! Applications, cover letters, and resumes may be sent to Human Resources, PO Box 10, Shelburne, VT 05482 or emailed to human_resources@shelburnemuseum.org

HR, PO Box 2343, So. Burlington, VT 05407 or email to christine.oliver@nfp.com.

Executive Assistant

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Visit kindredcareers.com and search for job # 280127 or contact jenn. hughes@kindred.com. 919-414-8633 Birchwood Terrace 43 Starr Farm Rd. Burlington, VT 05408 Other opportunities available: RN • LPN • LNA • PM Cook EOE. M/W/V/D. Drug Free Workplace

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Technical Service Representative

Seeking Dynamic Executive Assistant Are you a creative problem-solver who enjoys a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment? Join Champlain Housing Trust’s Team in Burlington and make a difference in people’s lives. Provide executive level administrative support for CEO including coordination of corporate governance functions for Board of Directors, Board Committees and volunteers. Manage member/donor database; assist and support the CEO and Director of Community Relations with fundraising projects and donor relations; and manage the CEO’s schedule, travel and event details. You must be detailed-oriented with excellent organizational and computer skills and enjoy interacting with our many leaders, supporters and community partners along with being committed to CHT’s mission of providing affordable housing to Vermont’s northwest region. CHT is a socially responsible employer offering highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package. Please submit a cover letter and resume by October 31st to Human Resources, Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King Street, Burlington, VT 05401 or hr@champlainhousingtrust.org. No phone calls, please.

Orleans, Vermont

The Wood Coatings group manufactures technology leading coatings for the global furniture, cabinetry, flooring, building products and distribution markets. Due to its continued global growth, Valspar is currently seeking a Technical Service Representative - to work at a leading Kitchen Cabinet manufacturer’s facility.

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The Technical Service Rep will provide technical direction and assistance to customers regarding the use of product lines and basic application methods in wood coatings.

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CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides intermediate technical direction and assistance to customers regarding the use of product lines and facilitates account management with Sales. Knowledge of EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - CHT is committed to a diverse workplace and highly encourages women, persons with disabilities, Section 3 residents, and people from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds to apply. spray guns helpful. • Responds to complex questions and concerns from the customer regarding product lines and general performance requirements. • Provides technical direction and assistance to customers on the 550CHT-HR_ExAst_7D-01.indd 1 10/13/16 11:51 AM use of the product lines; serves as an expert in a single technology or applies a working knowledge of multiple technologies and may involve multiple sites. • Serves as operational advisor to customers by applying general quality tools and analytical concepts to assist with improving Champlain Community Services product quality, efficiency and line design. Courses in LSS helpful. • Serves as liaison with sales by interacting with line management personnel, developing a complete understanding of needs and operations and providing observations and leads to sales. CCS is seeking an individual or couple to provide residential supports • Ability to travel to an individual with an intellectual disability in your home. A generous • Preparing accurate and timely Technical Service reports. stipend, paid time off (respite), comprehensive training & supports are • Follow all Valspar and customer safety regulations. available. We are currently offering a variety of exciting opportunities. • Support other technical service opportunities as directed. • Lead Valspar managed inventory program and mutual standard For more information contact Jennifer Wolcott, jwolcott@ccs-vt.org program at customer site

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High School graduate or equivalent education and experience. B.S. in Chemistry, Operations Management or related field is preferred. Minimum 3-5 years Tech Service Rep experience in wood coatings and finishing lines. For more information, visit valspar.com and follow @valspar on Twitter.

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EQUIPMENT MOVER Entry-level position for a motivated individual for installation of vending equipment. Experience with vending equipment preferred, but willing to train the right candidate. Must possess mechanical skills and be willing to learn various levels of repair. You must have a clean driving record. We offer competitive wages, benefits and a challenging environment. Apply online at farrellvending.com or in person at:

Farrell Vending Services 405 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401.

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Friday, October 28, 2016 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Lund is a Vermont nonprofit organization with a 125-year history of serving families and children throughout the state. Our 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. Visit lundvt.org to learn more.

UTC Aerospace Systems 100 Panton Road Vergennes, VT

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

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Early Educators Turtle Island is a landmark child care and education center, serving infants through pre-kindergarten. We are located on beautiful grounds with a natural playscape near the North Branch Nature Center. We are seeking experienced, professional, qualified Early Educators. We currently have a number of full time & part time positions open. Our philosophy centers around emergent curriculum. If you would like to join our highly qualified teaching staff, please apply on Schoolspring.com or e-mail your resume, cover letter and 3 references to: director@ turtleislandvt.org

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Assemblers Platers Inspectors Painters Engineers Please apply online at

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Experienced Wait Staff Part-Time Openings

The Birches Restaurant, a fine dining establishment at Wake Robin is hiring experienced Wait Staff. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to work part-time with no weekend or late nights this would be a great fit for you. This position helps create a fine dining experience for our residents in an environment that rivals most area restaurants. Experience as a server is required. If you have strong customer service skills and a desire to work with an active population of seniors, please email hr@wakerobin.com or fax your resume with cover letter to: HR, (802) 264-5146. WAKE ROBIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Position: • Responsible for all financial matters of Lund, reports to and works closely with the Executive Director, and partners with the senior leadership team and the Board of Trustees on the development of Lund’s financial management strategy and the development and attainment of the organization’s strategic goals. • Oversees all budgeting associated with Lund’s $10 million budget, compliance and recognition for government funding, which includes extensive federal/state/city grants and contracts, private grants, and a variety of billing including: fees for service and Medicaid. • Oversight of cash flow and asset management, financial analyses and business planning, oversight of all accounting systems and staff, financial reporting, financial statements, audit and tax filing coordination, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with agency partners and Board of Trustees. What We Look For: • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; CPA and/or MBA administration a plus. • Proven track record in a senior financial leadership position such as a CFO or equivalent, preferably in nonprofit organizations with complex and diverse funding streams. • Demonstrated leadership ability, superior relationship building and interpersonal/diplomatic skills as a key member of a leadership team. • Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills. • Results oriented and entrepreneurial. An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them. Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills. • Passion for Lund’s mission, programs and values and a demonstrated hopeful and optimistic approach to work. • Attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills. Why Join Our Team at Lund: • We honor and celebrate the distinctive strengths and talents of our clients and staff. • Our work encompasses collaboration with a strong team of professionals and a strengths-based approach to providing services to families. • Lund’s adoption program provides life-long services to families brought together through adoption. • Lund’s residential and community treatment programs are distinctive as our work focuses on both treatment and parenting. • Lund’s educators believe in laughter, the importance of fun, community-oriented activities, and non-stop learning. • Ongoing training opportunities are available. • Lund offers competitive pay and paid training, as well as a comprehensive and very generous benefit package including health, dental, life, disability, retirement, extensive time off accrual, 11 paid holidays, and wellness reimbursement. EOE/AA

Please submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:

Barbara Rachelson, Executive Director via mail: PO Box 4009, Burlington, VT 05406-4009 email: barbarar@lundvt.org or fax: 864-1619 Lund is committed to diversity. Lund is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, place of birth, veteran status, age, or national origin. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 12t-Lund101916.indd 1

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C-23 OR CHECK POSTINGS YOUR PHONE AT M.SEVENDAYSVT.COM rofessional sought to ON lead the Vermont Department of Tourism Vermont SEVENDAYSVT.COM/CLASSIFIEDS 10.26.16-11.02.16 public and trade relations eﬀorts. This mission-critical position generate positive tourism-related coverage of Vermont in the Bolton Valley Ski Resort is now hiring for the season. ternational marketplace. TheState Director of of Communications The Vermont is Full and Part time positions, all departments. r the development and implementation of a proactive For the people…the place…the possibilities. business Please apply online at boltonvalley.com or stop up. consistent with the goals and mission of the Department of Job fairs will be held at the Base Lodge CHRONIC DISEASE SPECIALIST arketing as well as PROGRAM maintaining consistent communications Vermont Psychiatric of Healthis responsible for all tourism media 11/5, 11/19 from 10am-2pm. orkingVermont tools.Department This position The Vermont Department of Health is seeking a talented professional to join its tobacco control team in Care Hospital te and pressand release development; pitching targeted theout-of-state; Division of Health Promotion Disease Prevention in an effort to reduce the burden of chronic disease on Vermonters. This position involves the planning, administration and coordination of chronic deas to regional and national media; development of press disease prevention and health promotion work at a professional level with a focus on community tobacco trips and itineraries; ofnotmedia lists; and prevention. Duties of thismanagement position include but are limited to:contact writing/managing grants & contracts with state and local private andpublic public organizations, developing training sessions, and providing technical mont’s international relations initiatives. The Director 2h-Bolton102616.indd 1 10/20/16 11:43 AM assistance regarding policies, procedures and public health best-practice. The candidate must have Exciting Opportunities for Experienced Nurses orate awith the Agency ofskill Commerce executive teampublic in the considerable knowledge and in planning, developing and coordinating health programs and initiatives. The candidate must also have the ability recruitment to establish and maintain effective f a proactive travel trade plan. Thisworking Engaging minds that change the world Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital (VPCH),grantees, a and 25 bed business state-of-the-art, facilitystate relationships with contractors, agency staff andprogressive other municipal, and federal government Seeking a position with a quality employer? Consider The University of providing excellent care in a recovery-oriented, safe, respectful environment has immediate port topartners. the Commissioner of Tourism & both Marketing. Finally, the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. For more information, FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @SEVENDAYSJOBS, SUBSCRIBE TO RSS,

openings for Registered Nurses on allatshifts. contact Rhonda Williams 863-7592 or rhonda.williams@vermont.gov. Reference Job ID #620133. Location: Burlington. Status: Full time - Limited Service. Application deadline: November 2, 2016. Offering starting pay based onstrong experience. Psychiatric II annualskills; salary range: $52,839ust: demonstrate oral andNurse written have a BA in $82,524. Also offering new sign on, retention bonuses and educational opportunities. ns or related ﬁeld; have a minimum of ﬁve years of relevant work Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance may be available for eligible monstrate knowledge of Vermont and Vermont’s tourism industry. applicants.Tax Department We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Tax Audit Section Chief. You will oversee all aspects of the audit section of path the Department of aTaxes. This involves high-level analysis work, support Whether you are internal a nurse seeking a career or looking for change, you can make a new administration ofthree complex and sensitive tax matters handled g samples andand a the minimum references should beby the division. We difference in theinitiatives changing landscape of mental of health care, there’s a rewarding opportunity are seeking a self-driven, independent, motivated individual that wants to join our team and preferably atitty VPCH. Sweet, Vermont Agency of Commerce Community has supervisory experience. For more information, contact Leeand Gable at 828-6868 or email lee.gable@ vermont.gov. Reference Job ID # 620068. Location: Montpelier. Status: Full time. deadline: One National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT 05620-0501. In- Application and out-ofApply Online at www.careers.vermont.gov November 1, 2016. be required. Salary - $50,000. Psychiatric Nurse II – Reference Job range: Opening ID#$45,000 617611 To apply, you must use the online job application at careers.vermont.gov. For questions related to your application, Registered Nurses with general and/or psychiatric nursing experience are encouraged to please contact the Department of Human Resources, Recruitment Services, at 855-828-6700 (voice) or 800-253-0191 apply! (TTY/Relay Service). The State of Vermont offers an excellent total compensation package and is an EOE.

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America’s premier innovator, designer and manufacturer of high-performance wire and cable with a 60-year history of providing solutions to the toughest problems in the world’s most extreme environments. We excel at developing customized products, utilizing our cross-linked irradiation technology, that meet power, signal and data transmission needs—no matter how demanding the challenge—while exceeding standards for quality, durability and safety.

MANUFACTURING MANAGER We are looking for a manufacturing manager for our 200,000-square-foot wire and cable manufacturing facility located in Colchester, VT. This position is responsible for managing, overseeing, supervising, and directing all production operations and employees in all aspects of the manufacturing process while meeting established goals of the company. This is an exciting opportunity for someone wishing to join a very successful and expanding organization. You will be directly responsible for managing and leading the 1st shift (7 a.m. – 3 p.m.) operations production team as well as leading the 2nd and 3rd shift supervisors. The facility has 3 shifts working 24 hours a day and 5 days a week, for which you are the production lead reporting to the operations manager. The main responsibilities include lean manufacturing practices, efficiencies, scrap, on-time delivery, and most importantly – maintaining and improving a safe work environment. We offer a very competitive salary, profit-sharing, 401(k), benefits, vacation, and a great work environment. Please submit your resume, cover letter and salary history to hr@champcable.com or mail to 175 Hercules Dr., Colchester, VT 05446. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

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Vermont, a stimulating and diverse workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including tuition remission for on-going, full-time positions. These openings and others are updated daily.

Business Operations Professional - Vermont Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VT EPSCoR) - #S881PO The Vermont Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VT EPSCoR) seeks to hire a full-time Business Operations Professional who will perform administrative and financial operations related to Vermont Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VT EPSCoR), a program designed to fulfill the National Science Foundation’s mandate to promote scientific progress nationwide. Candidate will implement and coordinate administrative and business processes related to federal reporting; work with Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA) department and federal agencies for compliance with the regulations for federal awards. Communicate with UVM and partner baccalaureate institutions, other state EPSCoR and federal agency entities for reporting and administration of the VT EPSCoR grants. Collaborate with project principal investigators on long term projects, manage multiple and complex accounts, subcontract planning and management, and preparation of grant proposals. Work with administrative staff for reporting, compliance, analysis and annual meeting preparation. Cross train with Data Specialist. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field and three to four years of experience with financial/accounting functions to include budget building, financial reporting and data analysis required. Proficiency with spreadsheet and database applications required. Effective analytical, interpersonal, organizational, time management and communication skills. Ability to plan and prioritize multiple tasks with different time lines and bring several projects to convergence at the same time. Experience with grant management and proficiency with Microsoft Excel highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently. Applicants must provide a cover letter, a current resume, and three references to be considered. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. IT Support Staff - Center for Health and Wellbeing - #S885PO - The University of Vermont’s Center for Health and Wellbeing is seeking applications for a desktop support position who will also support our electronic health record (EHR) application. This position will be a computer hardware and software resource for the Center. Experience with PC hardware, LAN/WLAN, Microsoft Office, end-user security, Windows, and iOS platforms is a must. This position will be an administrator of our proprietary electronic health record (Point and Click Solutions). Experience with application/systems administration, using vendor tools, software editing and html is desirable. Knowledge of EHR related applications and/or experience working in a medical practice setting preferred. Must demonstrate strong communication, organizational and analytical skills. Exceptional customer service skills required. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in technology related field and two years related or specialized experience required. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills. Commitment to diversity and inclusion required. This is a 100% FTE position, 12-months with full-time benefits. 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 #802-656-3150. Applicants must apply for positions electronically. Paper resumes are not accepted. Job positions are updated daily. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications, from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

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Providing innovative mental health and educational services to Vermont’s children and families.

Community Integration Specialists “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.

Sign On Bonus Offered! Community Based Services

CBS is committed to empowering youth by providing family based treatment through innovative, diverse and community integrated methods. CBS is seeking full-time community integration specialists to join our talented team of mental health professionals. Responsibilities include working individually with children and adolescents with mental health challenges both in the community and in their homes. The opportunity to bring personal interests/hobbies to share with youth is encouraged. Ideal candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, be able to work afternoon and evening hours, have a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Please send a cover letter and resume to brandiecarlson@nafi.com.

Family Engagement Specialist Foster Parents and Respite Providers Vermont

Make a difference in the life of a child! NFI is seeking Vermont homes to support children in need. A sense of humor, flexibility and willingness to work as a team are essential. We are also seeking weekend respite providers. If you are a VT home in the Greater Hartford Area or in Chittenden or Franklin counties, please contact Jodie Clarke at 802-658-3924 x 1028 or email jodieclarke@nafi.com.

Residential Counselor Village House

The Village House of NFI VT is hiring a residential counselor to serve transitioning youth, 17–22 years old, in a staffed house in Chittenden County. The staff will provide structure, service coordination, environmental oversight and supervision. The focus of the program is to provide independent living skills and increased experience in independence through supportive education, mentoring, community integration, and self-determination. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work independently, yet also be a team player. The opening is full time with full benefits and includes evening, overnight and weekend shifts. Bachelor’s and related experience preferred. Please contact heatherbarton@nafi.com with cover letter and resume if interested.

Residential Counselor Group Home

The Group Home is a residential program, which provides assessment and stabilization services to males and females, ages 13-18. Counselors provide supervision and support to the youth as well as provide a sense of safety and security to the youth. Job requirements: Superior interpersonal skills and ability to function well in a team atmosphere a must. Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required. This is a full-time entry level position that includes nights/weekends. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: jenniferheintz@ nafi.com.

St. Albans

Coordinators 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. Bachelor’s degree and/or two years’ experience in related field required. Please submit cover letter and resume to tessisimmons@nafi.com

Public Health Marketing Coordinators Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community

We are looking for organized, collaborative individuals to develop and oversee two social marketing campaigns focused on reducing substance abuse and increasing health and wellness in the area. The positions will design materials, and organize and implement a marketing plan for two educational campaigns. One targeting parents and one targeting teens. Responsibilities also include maintaining website and social media pages. We are looking for individuals with experience in graphic design, PR, and campaign management and design. The job requires creativity, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and collaborate with multiple partners. We need someone who can work autonomously, take initiative, who easily adapts to a variety of software and online technology and who can communicate information well regardless of the platform. Prior experience working in the health promotion and prevention field is beneficial, but not required. Two open positions available with flexible schedules. 30 and 40 hour/week positions with benefits. Includes occasional evening and weekend hours for events. Please send a letter highlighting your skills and talents along with your resume by 10/31/16 to Jessica at jessica@burlingtonpartnership.org or to PO Box 1353, Burlington, VT 05402. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are interested in a 30 or 40 hour/week position.

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bottom of the sprout stems and peel away the outer layer of leaves. Cut each sprout in half, then cut each half into thin shreds. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. When hot and foamy, add the sprouts and cook, stirring, until just tender. Assemble: Place the sprouts on a platter and put the squash cubes on top. Drop on spoonfuls of yogurt, and drizzle the syrup over the top. *If you prefer, you can use any type of fresh cheese in place of the strained yogurt.

Arugula Salad with Delicata, Pear, Parmesan and Caramelized-Onion Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS:

For the caramelized-onion vinaigrette: 1 large onion 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon salt 5 grinds pepper 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup Champagne or white wine vinegar sunﬂower oil 1 cup sunfl 1 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 15 grinds pepper

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Make the vinaigrette: Peel the onion, cut in half and, with the ﬂat side on the cutting board, slice as thinly as you can. Melt the butter in a heavybottomed saucepan. When hot and foamy, add the onion, salt and pepper. Cook on very low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes. The onions will soften and release their liquid, which will begin to brown on the bottom of the pan. When the sticky brown layer

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(fond) has built up on the pan, add 1/4 cup vinegar to “deglaze.” Stir until all the browned bits have come up. Let the brown layer form again. Deglaze a second time, but this time remove from heat. Combine the onions with all other ingredients (including the remaining 1/3 cup of vinegar) and purée. If you have an immersion blender, that’s the best choice. If not, a blender or food processor will work. Make the pear: Using an apple corer, core the pears. (You’ll need to cut off the top of the pear to do so; otherwise the fruit will be too tall.) Cut the pears into doughnutshaped slices. Weekends 7 AM - 1 PM Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. When hot, sprinkle the pear slices with salt and cook until brown on one side. Flip and brown on the other side. Remove from heat. Make the squash: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Untitled-10 1 10/10/16 1:00 PM Cut the delicata in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. With the flat side on the cutting board, cut each half into half-inch half-moons. (The skin stays on.) Toss the delicata with oil, salt and pepper to taste. Place in one layer on baking sheet. Cook 15 minutes. Vermont’s Iconic steakhouse Meanwhile, grate 26 Seymour Street | Middlebury | 802.388.7166 | fireandicerestaurant.com the Parmesan. Remove squash 6H-fire&ice052516.indd 1 5/24/16 11:35 AM slices from oven and turn them (tongs work well for this task). Return the squash to the oven and bake five more minutes. Remove from oven, and turn the broiler on high. n to R CAFÉ and liste Pile the Parmesan on top of the Tune into the VP out ab lk od writers ta squash. Some will be touching the the Seven Days fo ing ap sh le ns and peop pan, and that’s just fine. the farms, kitche t si Vi t food scene. Put under the broiler. Leave the Vermont’s vibran ur local frequency yo oven door open so you can watch the VPR.NET or ﬁnd listen. AT 10:45 A.M. to action and make sure nothing burns. select SUNDAYS When the cheese is browned and bubbly, remove pan from the oven and set aside. Assemble: Toss arugula with caramelized-onion vinaigrette to taste. Garnish with pear and squash. SEVENDAYSVT.COM

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SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP: HERBAL SUPPORT FOR GROUNDED ACTION: Community leaders enhance their capacity for creativity and collaboration through herbal and nutritional strategies. Railyard Apothecary and Yoga Studio, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. $25. Info, 318-6050.

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LIFE DRAWING: Artists put pencil to paper with a live model as their muse. Bring personal materials. ˜ e Front, Montpelier, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $10. Info, 839-5349.

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ROOTS OF PREVENTION AWARDS CELEBRATION: Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community recognizes local professionals working to make the Queen City a safer, healthier place. ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, registration and breakfast, 8 a.m.; program, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Free; preregister. Info, 652-0997.

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KNITTERS & NEEDLEWORKERS: Crafters convene for creative fun. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 264-5660.

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DANCE MASTER CLASS: B-girl Ana Rokafella Garcia breaks down locking, popping and other hip-hop moves. Dance ˜ eatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College, 4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 443-3168. DROP-IN HIP-HOP DANCE: Beginners are welcome at a groove session inspired by infectious beats. Swan Dojo, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 540-8300. ‘THE GOLDEN AGE’: A young ﬁsherman falls head over heels for a beautiful dancer in a satire of Europe during the roaring twenties performed by the Bolshoi Ballet and shown on the big screen. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6-18. Info, 748-2600.

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AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: Healthy donors give the gift of life. Randolph Union High School, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 800733-2767. MyWebGrocer, Winooski, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 800-733-2767. CARVING OUT A DAY IN BARRE: Green Mountain State explorers carpool to the Granite City to explore sites such as the Vermont History Center, Old

Labor Hall and Hope Cemetery. Bring a bag lunch. Starbucks, South Burlington, 8:15 a.m. Prices vary; preregister; limited space. Info, 453-4157. FOLK SHOW & BOOK READING: Plainfield’s Jandroid and RaaArrr open a noteworthy night of words and music featuring artists from across the country. Plainfield Town Hall Opera House, 7-10 p.m. $7-15. Info, plainfieldtownhall@gmail.com. GHOST WALK: DARKNESS FALLS: Local historian ˜ ea Lewis treats pedestrians to tales of madmen, smugglers, pub spirits and, of course, ghosts. Democracy sculpture, 199 Main St., Burlington, 7 p.m. $18; preregister; limited space. Info, 863-5966. HISTORICAL TROLLEY TOURS OF BURLINGTON: Ride in style while learning fun facts about the Queen City on themed tours exploring history, brew culture and even haunted houses. See trolleytoursvt.com for details. 1 College St., trolley stop, Burlington, 10 a.m., noon & 2 & 6 p.m. $8-18; free for kids 12 and under. Info, 497-0091. NURSING BEYOND A YEAR MEETUP: Breastfeeding parents connect over toddler topics such as weaning and healthy eating habits. Aikido of Champlain Valley, Burlington, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 985-8228. ONE-ON-ONE TECH APPOINTMENTS: Staff members troubleshoot tech issues during individual sessions. Pierson Library, Shelburne, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 985-5124. RUTLAND DEATH CAFÉ: Men and women discuss issues related to the end of life. Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center, Rutland, 7-9 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Info, 353-6991. VIDEO SERIES: Leading Christian voices cover topics of religion and faith in an honest and approachable manner. Peru Community Church, N.Y., 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister; limited space. Info, 518-643-8641.

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Saturday, October 29, 3-8 p.m., at the Tap Room at Switchback Brewing in Burlington. Cost of drinks. Info, 651-4114. switchbackvt.com

WATERBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY FALL MEETING: Locals take a virtual tour through the town of Waterbury to discover how its streets got their names. Steele Community Room, Waterbury Municipal Building, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 244-8089.

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‘ALL OF ME’: Vermont ﬁlmmaker Bess O’Brien turns her lens toward women, girls and boys struggling with eating disorders. Rivendell Academy, Orford, N.H., 7 p.m. $7-12. Info, 357-4616. ‘DEFYING THE NAZIS: THE SHARPS’ WAR’: A new documentary directed by Ken Burns focuses on a minister and a social worker who risk their lives to assist refugees in 1939. A panel discussion follows. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

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Looking to party with your pooch this Halloween season? Pets and their people have a howling good time while throwing shelter animals a bone during Switchback Brewing’s Barktober Halloween Bash. Dogs don festive disguises for this canine costume soirée where human partygoers can get their paws on seven different draft brews. While owners chow down on hot dogs steamed in Switchback Brewing ale, furry friends vie for titles such as Best in Show, Runner Up and Fan Favorite in a costume contest. A photo booth and a raffle round out the animal-friendly fun at this benefit for the Humane Society of Chittenden County.

OCT.29 | FILM Mane Attraction

In 2000, a Welsh bartender named Janet Vokes had an idea: She would rally members of her poor mining community to pitch in and purchase a racehorse. Locals obliged, contributing 10 pounds a week to breed and train the magnificent beast they named Dream Alliance. The thoroughbred and his working-class owners beat the odds to break into the aristocratic world of horse racing, where the equine defied expectations by coming in f ourth in his first race. Dark Horse, Louise Osmond’s award-winning documentary chronicling the rags-to-riches story, kicks o˜ the seventh annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at Billings Farm & Museum.

‘DARK HORSE’ Saturday, October 29, 3 & 5 p.m., at Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock. $5-11. Info, 457-2355. billingsfarm.org

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Getting the blues can be a whole lot of f un — just look at Wayne Catania and Kieron La˜ erty, who star in the O° cial Blues Brothers Revue. Decked out in fedoras, suits and sunglasses, the guys step onstage as Jake and Elwood Blues, the front men of the ﬁctional Chicago band made famous by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. Audience members shake a tail feather as the song-and-dance duo doles out high-energy renditions of more than 20 numbers, backed by an eight-piece ensemble. All-time favorites such as “Shout,” “Gimme Some Lovin’” and “Sweet Home Chicago” are sure to give fans the blues — in the best way possible.

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Go to a concert by Las Cafeteras, and you’ll get a glimpse of life in East Los Angeles. At a University of Vermont Lane Series concert, the California-based band takes listeners on a musical journey through its world. Fusing the traditional Veracruzano musical form son jarocho with modern styles, Las Cafeteras’ songs tell stories of working-class families, immigration and cultural pride. “They have this wonderf ul way of appropriating the music and combining it with present-day issues a˜ ecting Latinos, a˜ ecting Mexican Americans,” radio personality Betto Arcos told the Los Angeles Times in 2012. With Afro-Mexican rhythms ringing out on an eclectic collection of instruments — a donkey jawbone and the guitar-like jarana, for starters — Vermonters can’t help but move along.

Friday, October 28, 8 p.m., at Barre Opera House. $32-37. Info, 476-8188. barreoperahouse.org

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‘FOOD FOR CHANGE: THE STORY OF COOPERATION IN AMERICA’: As part of National Cooperative Month, locavores feed their minds with a discussion and screening of this 2014 documentary framing food co-ops as agents of change. Community College of Vermont, Rutland, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 786-6996. ‘THE RETRIEVAL’: A fatherless boy in 1864 survives by working with a bounty hunter. A Q&A with film maker Chris Eska follows the screening presented by Vermont College of Fine Arts’ MFA in Film program. The Sa oy Theate , Montpelier, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 828-8600. VERMONT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: Cinephiles keep their eyes glued to the big screen at this annual showcase of international, independent and local flicks. See vti f.org for details. Various Burlington locations. Prices vary. Info, 660–2600.

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COMMUNITY SUPPER: A scrumptious spread connects friends and neighbors. Bring a dessert to share. The ellness Co-op, Burlington, 5-5:45 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 300. VERMONT FARMERS MARKET: Local products — think produce, breads, pastries, cheeses, wines, syrups, jewelry, crafts and beauty supplies — draw shoppers to a diversified bazaa . Depot Park, Rutland, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 342-4727. WOODSTOCK FARMERS MARKET: Whether you’re a foodie or a newbie, delicious, local fare is accessible to all at a year-round emporium of prepared foods, baked goods, produce, seafood, meats and cheeses. Woodstock Farmers Market, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Info, 457-3658.

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BRIDGE CLUB: Strategic players have fun with the popular card game. Burlington Bridge Club, Williston, 9:15 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. $6. Info, 872-5722. TEEN & ADULT DUNGEONS & DRAGONS NIGHT: Quick thinkers 14 and up rely on invented personas to face challenges and defeat enemies. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 5:30-7:45 p.m. Free. Info, jmuse@colchestervt.gov.

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BUILDING A HOME APOTHECARY: REMEDIES FOR POISON IVY & SKIN RASHES: Participants prepare to stock their medicine cabinets with plant-based treatments during a workshop with clinical intern Stephanie Cohen. Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. $5-15; preregister. Info, 224-7100. EPIC MINDFULNESS MEDITATION: Guided practice and group conversation with Yushin Sola cultivate well-being. Railyard Apothecary, Burlington, 7:308:30 p.m. $14. Info, 299-9531.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY, EVERYONE TAI CHI: Beginners and longtime practitioners alike improve balance, posture and coordination through the Chinese martial art. Ascension Lutheran Church, South Burlington, 5-6 p.m. Donations. Info, 862-8866. GINGER’S FITNESS BOOT CAMP: Students get pumped with an interval-style workout that boosts muscle strength, cardiovascular fitness, agili y, balance and coordination. Middlebury Municipal Gym, 7-8 a.m. $12. Info, 343-7160. INSIGHT MEDITATION: Attendees absorb Buddhist principles and practices. Wellspring Mental Health and Wellness Center, Hardwick, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 472-6694. MINDFUL WORKWEEKS: WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEDITATION: Give your brain a break at a midweek “om” session followed by tea and conversation. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 7-8 p.m. Donations. Info, milarepa@milarepacenter.org. MORNING FLOW YOGA: Greet the sun with a grounding and energizing class for all levels. The Wellness Collective, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. $10. Info, 540-0186.

NATUROPATH: Travis Elliot prescribes homeopathic health care methods, then fields audience ques tions. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. NIA WITH LINDA: Eclectic music and movements drawn from healing, martial and dance arts propel an animated barefoot workout. South End Studio, Burlington, 8:30-9:30 a.m. $14; free for first-tim ers. Info, 372-1721. PERSONAL BEST RUNNER’S CIRCUIT: A smallgroup training class prepares athletes to meet their goals and avoid injury. Your Personal Best Fitness, South Burlington, 5:45-6:30 p.m. $15. Info, 658-1616. PUBLIC FLU CLINIC: Those looking to a oid the ailment bring their insurance cards to an immunization station. CarePartners Adult Day Center, St. Albans, 10-11 a.m. Prices vary. Info, 527-7531. RECOVERY COMMUNITY YOGA: A stretching session for all ability levels builds physical and mental strength to support healing. Turning Point Center, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 861-3150. R.I.P.P.E.D.: Resistance, intervals, power, plyometrics, endurance and diet define this high-intensi y physical-fitness program. No th End Studio B, Burlington, 6 p.m. $10. Info, 578-9243. TAI CHI FOR ALL: Shaina Levee instructs attendees wearing loose, comfy clothing in moving meditation. Jericho Town Library, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 899-4686. WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOUND BATH: Draw in the good vibrations of gongs, bowls and didgeridoos — a relaxing sonic massage to get you through the week. The ellness Collective, Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. $15. Info, 510-697-7790. ZUMBA: Lively Latin rhythms fuel this dancefitness phenomenon for a l experience levels. Vergennes Opera House, 6 p.m. $10. Info, 349-0026.

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‘TRICK ’R TREAT’: Five scary stories intertwine in a hair-raising horror film starring Dylan Baker and Anna Paquin. Merrill’s Roxy Cinemas, Burlington, 9 p.m. $13. Info, 863-5966. TRICK-OR-TREAT STREET: Festive families find four blocks of candy gathering, complete with face painting and photo ops. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, 4-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-5384.

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FUSE BEADS: Aspiring artisans bring ideas or borrow patterns for Perler-bead creations. KelloggHubbard Library, Montpelier, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. HOMEWORK HELP: Pupils seek out staff from the Stern Center for Language and Learning for support in reading, writing, math and social studies. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 3-4 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. KIDS’ DUNGEONS & DRAGONS NIGHT: Experienced and novice players take on challenges to defeat enemies in this pen-and-paper role-playing game. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 6-7:45 p.m. Free. Info, jmuse@colchestervt.gov. LEGO FUN: Tinkerers in grades K and up create unique structures with geometric pieces. Youngsters under 5 require parental supervision. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING: Visitors from the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences share their knowledge on a range of subjects. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 4-8 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 264-5660. RICHMOND STORY TIME: Lit lovers ages 2 through 5 are introduced to the wonderful world of books. Richmond Free Library, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Info, 434-3036. STEM CLUB: Inquisitive kids tackle challenges in science, technology, engineering and math. Fairfax Community Library, 3-4 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 849-2420.

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STORY TIME: Classic tales and new adventures spark imaginations. Phoenix Books Rutland, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 855-8078.

safe, warm and comfortable on two wheels. Bike Recycle Vermont, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-4475.

STORY TIME & PLAYGROUP: Engrossing plots unfold into fun activities for tots up to age 6. Jaquith Public Library, Marshfield, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 426-3581.

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TODDLER TIME: Puzzles, puppets, stories and art supplies entertain kids ages 4 and under. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 748-8291.

BURLINGTON HASH HOUSE HARRIERS: Beer hounds of legal age earn sips with an invigorating jog and a high-impact game of hide-and-seek. See burlingtonhash.com for details. Various Burlington locations, 6:30-9 p.m. $5; free for first-timers. Info, bh3@burlingtonhash.com.

YOUNG WRITERS & STORYTELLERS: Kindergartners through fi th graders practice crafting narratives. Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 4-5 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 264-5660.

WOMEN’S PICKUP BASKETBALL: Ladies dribble up and down the court during an evening of friendly competition. See meetup.com for details. Lyman C. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. $3; $50 for season pass. Info, carmengeorgevt@gmail.com.

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BEGINNER ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS: Students build a foundation in reading, speaking and writing. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. BEGINNER RUSSIAN CONVERSATION GROUP: Learn the basics of the Eastern Slavic tongue. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-6:45 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN CONVERSATION GROUP: Fine-tune your ability to dialogue in a nonnative language. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:457:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL SPANISH CLASS: Pupils improve their speaking and grammar mastery. Private residence, Burlington, 6 p.m. $20. Info, 324-1757.

BRITTANY POWELL: The shutterbug pr vides a snapshot of her multimedia undertaking, “The Debt Project,” in which she photographs and collects stories from people who owe money. Stearns Cinema, Johnson State College, 9-11 a.m. Free. Info, 800-635-2356. FRANCES MOORE LAPPÉ: A book signing follows “Beyond Hunger: Toward Food Democracy,” the acclaimed author’s talk on regaining control of the food system. Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, molly@middlebury.edu. IS LIFE A RANDOM WALK?: An open discussion hosted by Eckankar encourages spiritual seekers to reflect on the purpose of being. Rutland Free Library, 2-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 800-772-9390. JON KIM: The geologist takes an up-close look at Bennington’s contaminated bedrock aquifer. Room 207, Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, 4-5:15 p.m. Free. Info, leslie.kanat@jsc.edu.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS: Learners take communication to the next level. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6-8 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.

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VETERANS BOOK GROUP: Those who ha e served their country join Michael Heaney for a discussion of texts. South Burlington Veterans Center, 5-6:30 p.m. Free; preregister. Info, 862-1806.

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WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP: CHAPTER FOCUS: Folks give feedback on selections of up to 40 pages penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. 110 Main St., Suite 3C, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free; preregister at meetup.com; limited space. Info, 383-8104.

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WRITING CIRCLE: Prompts flow into a 30-minute free-write and sharing opportunities in a judgmentfree atmosphere. The Wellness Co-op, Burlington, 4-5 p.m. Free. Info, 888-492-8218, ext. 303.

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LGBTQ GENDER-FREE SQUARE ‘AMERICAN HERO’: Vermont Stage DANCE CLASS: Folks with a twinkle |T serves up Bess Wohl’s comedy SY HE E in their eye and in their toes bring a CA RT about three up-and-coming sandwich PITO OU L STE PS | C water bottle and a sense of humor to a artists pursuing the American Dream. stepping session for all abilities. No partner FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $28.80-37.50. necessary. Social Hall, Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Info, 863-5966. Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5-10; free for first ‘INTERSECTIONS: A THEATRE PROJECT ABOUT timers. Info, dance@together.net. PRISON AND REFORM’: First-person accounts and inmate letters inspire a full-length performance montréal exploring incarceration in Vermont. ArtsRiot, ‘CONSTELLATIONS’: A physicist and a beekeeper Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $17-22. Info, 540-0406. find l ve in parallel worlds, where every choice they make has a different, life-altering outcome words in this quantum-mechanics comedy. Centaur JONATHAN MINGLE: The author of Fire and Ice: Theatre, Montréal, 8-9:15 p.m. $28-51. Info, Soot, Solidarity and Survival on the Roof of the 514-288-3161. World reads from his book and engages in a Q&A about environmental writing and climate issues. music Multipurpose Room, Kreitzberg Library, Norwich VOCAL MASTER CLASS: All are invited to observe University, Northfield, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 485-2261 as British tenor Ian Bostridge helps Dartmouth MEDEA BENJAMIN: In Kingdom of the Unjust: College students achieve vocal virtuosity. Behind the U.S.-Saudi Connection, the humanFaulkner Recital Hall, Hopkins Center for the Arts, rights activist sheds light on a controversial Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 11:30 a.m. Free. element of United States foreign policy. Peace & Info, 603-646-2010. Justice Center, Burlington, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-2345, ext. 3. politics GENERAL ELECTION CANDIDATE FORUMS: State politicians vie for votes during public discussions hosted by Channel 17/Town Meeting Television. See ch17.tv for details. CCTV Channel 17 Studios, Burlington, 5:25 p.m. Free. Info, 862-3966.

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ADULT: ADVANCED OIL PAINTING: Instructor: Sage Tucker-Ketcham. Designed to help traditional oil painters develop their skills to make more dynamic and complex oil paintings. Students will focus on developing a series of work and learn from demos and discussions about professional practice. Previous experience in oil painting is necessary to attend this course. 10 ˜ u., 1-3 p.m., Jan. 19-Mar. 23. Cost: $310/ person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@theshel burnecraftschool.org, theshel burnecraftschool.org. ADULT: ALTERNATIVE FIRING: Instructor: Rik Rolla. ° e class will explore form, function, color and glazes. It will offer hands-on experience with ﬁring techniques and utilize our brand new raku kiln. ° e gas reduction kiln and electric kiln will also be available. Basic wheel-throwing skills are encouraged but not required. 10 Mon., 6-8 p.m., Jan. 9-Mar. 20; no class Jan. 16. Cost: $405/person; member discount

avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org. ADULT: BEG.-INT. WHEEL: Instructor: Rik Rolla. ° is course is for beginner to intermediate students looking for fundamentals and techniques in wheelthrowing. ° ere are demos and one-on-one time. ° e gas reduction kiln and electric oxidation kiln are available, as well as an option to explore other available firing methods. 8 Tue., 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 24-Mar. 14. Cost: $335/person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org. ADULT: BEGINNER WHEEL: Instructor: Rik Rolla. ° is course is great for beginners looking to learn the fundamentals of basic wheel-throwing techniques. You will learn how to center, throw, trim and glaze. After crafting your pottery on the wheel, Rik will guide you to create finished pieces for the electric oxidation kiln. Winter 2017: 8 Fri., 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 27-Mar. 17. Cost: $335/person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org. ADULT: DRAWING: Instructor: Misoo Filan. ° is class will focus on fundamentals of observational drawing skills. Students will acquire the technical and conceptual foundation to develop their personal vision. Students will gain hand-on experience with a wide variety of drawing materials and drawing techniques, including drawing from a model in the final class. 8 Mon., 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 23-Mar. 20; no class Feb. 27. Cost: $248/ person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd, Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@theshel burnecraftschool.org, theshel burnecraftschool.org. ADULT: HAND-BUILDING: Instructor: Sarah Ahrens. Beginner students, as well as advanced, come together in creating hand-built sculptural forms in clay. With guidance from the instructor, students design and build projects based on individual interest, utilizing various ceramic construction techniques and surface

treatments. Students will use the electric oxidation kiln. 8 ˜ u., 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 19-Mar. 16; no class ˜ u., Mar. 2. Cost: $335/ person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@theshel burnecraftschool.org, theshel burnecraftschool.org. ADULT: METALS 1: ° is class will focus on jewelry design, small sculpture or functional art. Students will complete several practice pieces before designing and creating wearable finished pieces out of sterling silver. ° ere will be weekly demonstrations including sawing, drilling, piercing, annealing, texturing, jump rings, forming and soldering techniques. Instructor: Sarah Sprague. 8 ˜ u., 6-9 p.m., Jan. 19-Mar. 16, no class Mar. 2. Cost: $427/person; member discount avail. Location: Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@theshel burnecraftschool.org, theshel burnecraftschool.org. ADULT: MIXED-LEVEL BEGINNER: Instructor: Rik Rolla. For beginners and those with some clay wheel throwing experience. You set the pace; the instructor helps with demos and guided assistance. ° e gas reduction kiln and electric oxidation kiln are for your use, as well as an option to explore all other available firing methods. 8 Tue., 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 24-Mar. 14. Cost: $335/person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 9853648, info@theshelburnecraft school.org, theshelburnecraft school.org. ADULT: MIXED-LEVEL WHEEL: Instructor: Rik Rolla. A mixedlevel wheel-throwing class to help students brush up on basic techniques. You set your own pace and get guided instruction and demos. Finished pieces are fired in our electric oxidation kiln. 8 Wed., 6-8 p.m., Jan. 25-Mar. 15. Cost: $335/ person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@theshel burnecraftschool.org, theshel burnecraftschool.org. ADULT: PAINTING IN OIL: Instructor: Brooke Monte. For beginners and folks who want to learn about oil painting.While painting from still lifes, students will learn about color theory, compositions and learn about various painting techniques in surface prep, mixing color and layering. 8 Wed., 12:30-2:30 p.m., Jan. 18-Mar. 15; no class Mar. 1. Cost: $248/person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 9853648, info@theshelburnecraft school.org, theshelburnecraft school.org. ADULT: PORTRAITURE: Instructor: Misoo Filan. ° is class guides students through the creation of portraits from life and from photographs using basic drawing and paint media.

Students will gain hand-on experience with a wide variety of materials and techniques, including painting with a model in the ﬁnal class. 6 ˜ u., 6-8 p.m., Jan. 26-Mar. 23; no class Mar. 2. Cost: $258/person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org.

levels. Class includes copper and brass, silver ear wire, and all basic tools. Silver can be purchased separately. Instructor: Rebecca Macomber. Nov. 3, 6-9 pm. Cost: $35/person; $31.50/BCA members. Location: Generator, 250 Main St., Burlington. Info: 865-7166.

ADULT: SHAKER HALL TABLE: Instructor: Chris Ramos. A comprehensive introduction to woodworking, this course explores basic principles of lumber selection, hand-tool and machinery usage, milling, joinery, and ﬁnishing. You will build a Shaker-style hall table, taking the project from blueprint through completion, while gaining familiarity with the woodshop environment. 10 Wed., 6-9 p.m., Jan. 18-Mar. 22. Cost: $565/ person; member discount avail. Location: ˜ e Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: Sage Tucker-Ketcham, 9853648, info@theshelburnecraft school.org, theshelburnecraft school.org.

3-WEEK ADULT CLIMBING CLINICS: A great introduction for those new to climbing or a way to hone skills for those who already have experience. Price includes three additional visits, gear rentals and three sessions with one of four clinics: coed beginner or intermediate, and women’s beginner or intermediate. Coed on Tue., Women’s on ˜ u. beginning Nov. Cost: $105/3 1-hour sessions + 3 additional visits. Location: Petra Cliffs Climbing Center and Mountaineering School, 105 Briggs St., Burlington. Info: Andrea Charest, 657-3872, andrea@petracliffs.com, petra cliffs.com/climbing/adultclasses.

ADULT: STAINED GLASS: ° is class will teach you copper-foil stained-glass method pioneered by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Begin with a project that will introduce you to pattern selection and creation, using different types of glass, and cutting and ﬁtting glass pieces, and then learn how to foil and solder. Instructor: Sarah Sprague. 8 ˜ u., 3-5 p.m., Jan. 19-Mar. 16, no class Mar. 2. Cost: $365/person; member discount avail. Location: Shelburne Craft School, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: Sage TuckerKetcham, 985-3648, info@ theshelburnecraftschool.org, theshelburnecraftschool.org. BOOK BINDING & UPCYCLING: In this workshop you will to create a beautiful hand-crafted upcycled journal. You will disassemble an old hardcover book then rebuild the signatures with pages of the original book and blank pages. With waxed linen thread you will learn the steps to bind your new journal together! Sat., Nov. 12, 10:30-4 p.m. Cost: $75/ workshop; incl. lunch. Location: New City Galerie, 132 Church St., Burlington. Info: Susan Smereka, 373-7096, susansmereka@gmail. com, susansmereka.com.

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Call 865-7166 for info or register online at burlingtoncityarts.org. Teacher bios are also available online. EARRINGS: Come check out the jewelry and ﬁne metals studio and make your own silver or metal earrings. Open to all skill

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3-WEEK LEADING CLINIC AT PETRA: Climbers who are climbing around 5.10 comfortably and feel ready to start leading in the gym, this clinic is for you! $105 gets you three sessions with our professional instructors, where you will learn how to lead climb and belay. Also included: three additional visits to come in and practice. Weekly on Fri., Oct. 21-Nov. 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $105/3 1-hour sessions + 3 additional visits. Location: Petra Cliffs Climbing Center, 105 Briggs St., Burlington. Info: Craig Morrill, 657-3872, craig@petracliffs. com, petracliffs.com/climbing/ learntoclimb.

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KIDS IN THE KITCHEN SEWING: Gear up for kitchen cooking with our kids’ holiday sewing class! Students will learn how to use a sewing machine to design and create a gathered applique apron. Participants will learn techniques from piecing to sandwiching to sew their second project of the day, patchwork potholders. Ages 9-13. Mon., Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $98/5hour class w/ a 1-hour lunch break; materials incl. Location: Nido Fabric and Yarn, 209 College St., Suite 2E, Burlington. Info: 881-0068, info@nidovt.com, nidovt.com. KNITTING HOUSE SOCKS: In this three-part class, increase your beginner knitting skills and learn how to make house socks. Master working in the round on double-pointed needles creating a rib, heel ﬂap, turning the heel, picking up and creating a gusset, decreasing, and using the Kitchner stitch to graft the toe. ˜ u., Nov. 3, 10 & 17, 6-8 p.m.

Cost: $108/2 3-hour classes; materials incl. Location: Nido Fabric and Yarn, 209 College St. Suite 2E, Burlington. Info: Nido Fabric and Yarn, 881-0068, info@ nidovt.com, nidovt.com. LEARN TO SEW SERIES AT NIDO: Take our two-part Learn to Sew series beginning Mon., Nov. 7, with Learn to Sew I. Learn machine basics and fundamental sewing techniques. Follow up with our Learn to Sew II class, Mon., Nov. 28, to continue building your sewing repertoire. Leave with ﬁnished projects and inspiration. Register today! Mon., Nov. 7 & 28, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $106/2 3-hour classes; materials incl. Location: Nido Fabric and Yarn, 209 College St., Suite 2E, Burlington. Info: 881-0068, info@ nidovt.com, nidovt.com.

culinary ACCESS CVU EDUCATION: Cake/ Flower Design (Nov. 1), French for Kids (Nov. 2), Soup Challenge (Nov. 2), ZigZag Bracelet (Nov. 3), Home Exchange Travel (Nov. 3), Self Hypnosis (Nov. 3), Earthenware Vase (Nov. 7), Paint Colors (Nov. 7), Zentangle Reverse (Nov. 8), Core Strength #2 (Nov. 9), Herbal Kitchen Classics (Nov. 9), Pie Crusts (Nov. 17), Meat Balls (Nov. 28). Many computer options Full descriptions online. Enroll to save spot, conﬁrmation will provide info. Follow @accesscvu on Twitter/ Facebook/Instagram. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194, cvuweb.cvuhs.org/access.

dance 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 any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 598-1077, info@salsalina.com. DSANTOS VT SALSA: Experience the fun and excitement of Burlington’s eclectic dance community by learning salsa. Trained by world famous dancer Manuel Dos Santos, we teach you how to dance to the music and how to have a great time on the dance ﬂoor! ° ere is no better time to start than now! Mon. evenings: beginner class, 7-8 p.m.; intermediate, 8:15-9:15 p.m. Cost: $12/1-hour class. Location: North End Studios, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Jon Bacon, 355-1818, crandalltyler@hotmail. com, dsantosvt.com. LEARN TO DANCE W/ A PARTNER!: Come alone or come with friends, but come out and learn to dance! Beginning classes repeat each month, but intermediate classes vary from month to month. As with all of our programs, everyone is encouraged to attend, and no partner is necessary. Private lessons

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also available. Cost: $50/4-week class. Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info: First Step Dance, 598-6757, kevin@firststepdance.com, firststepdance.com

drumming DJEMBE IN BURLINGTON & MONTPELIER!: Learn drumming technique and music on West African drums! Drums provided! Burlington Beginners Djembe, Wed., 5:30-6:20 p.m. New session starts Oct. 26, $48/4 weeks; $15/drop-in. Montpelier Beginners Djembe, Thu., 7-8:20 p.m. starting Nov. 10 (no class Nov. 24), $54/3 weeks; $22/ walk-ins. Six-person minimum required to run most classes; invite friends! Please register online or come directly to the first class. Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington; Capital City Grange, 6612 Rte. 12, Berlin. Info: 999-4255, burlingtontaiko.org. KID’S AND PARENTS’ WORLD DRUMMING IN BURLINGTON & MONTPELIER!: Tue. Taiko in Burlington (ages 6 and up), 4:30-5:20 p.m., starting Oct. 25, $40/child or $72/parentchild for 4 weeks; Wed. Djembe in Burlington (ages 6 and up), 4:30-5:20 p.m., starting Oct. 26, $40/child or $72/parent-child for 4 weeks. Montpelier: Thu.,

3:30-4:20 p.m. (ages 3-5) and 4:30-5:20 p.m. (ages 6 and up), starting Nov. 10, $36/child or $69/parent-child for 3 weeks (no class Nov. 24): Five-person minimum required to run most classes; invite friends! Please register online or come directly to the first clas . Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington; Capital City Grange, 6612 Rte. 12, Berlin. Info: 9994255, burlingtontaiko.org. TAIKO DRUMMING IN BURLINGTON & MONTPELIER!: Study with Stuart Paton of Burlington Taiko! Burlington Beginner/Recreational Class, Tue., 5:30-6:20 p.m., starting Oct. 25, $48/4 weeks. Accelerated Taiko Program for Beginners, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-8:20 p.m., starting Oct. 24, $120/5 classes (no class Nov. 2); Nov. 14, $120/5 classes (no class Nov. 23); Dec. 5, $144/3 weeks. Montpelier Taiko Beginners, Thu., 5:30-6:50 p.m., single-day workshop on Oct. 27, $22. Six-person minimum required to run most classes; invite friends! Please register online or come directly to the first class Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington; Capital City Grange, 6612 Rte. 12, Berlin. Info: 9994255, burlingtontaiko.org.

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ACCESS CVU EDUCATION: Cake/ Flower Design (Nov. 1), French for Kids (Nov. 2), Soup Challenge (Nov. 2), ZigZag Bracelet (Nov. 3), Home Exchange Travel (Nov. 3), Self Hypnosis (Nov. 3), Earthenware Vase (Nov. 7), Paint Colors (Nov. 7), Zentangle Reverse (Nov. 8), Core Strength #2 (Nov. 9), Herbal Kitchen Classics (Nov. 9), Pie Crusts (Nov. 17), Meat Balls (Nov. 28). Many computer options Full descriptions online. Enroll to save spot, confirmation wi l provide info. Follow @accesscvu on Twitter/ Facebook/Instagram. Many courses at CVUHS in Hinesburg starting soon. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194, cvuweb.cvuhs.org/access.

SURVIVE IN A CULTURE OF CHAIRS: In this 6-week series, Uwe will teach a series of Awareness Through M vement lessons that are designed to improve your sitting posture. You will learn to avoid muscular discomfort with a better skeletal organization. The impr vements will allow you to sit for longer periods of time without pain and with less effort. Thu. starting Nov. 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Cost: $90/6-week series; $20 drop-in class. Location: Sacred Mountain Studio, 215 College Street, Burlington. Info: VermontFeldenkrais, Uwe Mester, 735-3770, info@vermont feldenkrais.com, vermontfelden krais.com.

FINDING YOUR MISSION IN LIFE: Open your life to greater joy, meaning and wonder as you discover your mission in life via a series of exercises, readings and supplemental techniques (e.g. hand analysis, type test, chart reading). Led by the Jungian Center Life Mission team. Tue., Nov. 1, 8, 15 & 22, 7-9 p.m. Cost: $60/person. Location: Jungian Center for the Spiritual Sciences, 55 Clover La., Waterbury. Info: Sue, 244-7909.

fitnes ACCESS CVU EDUCATION: Cake/ Flower Design (Nov. 1), French for Kids (Nov. 2), Soup Challenge (Nov. 2), ZigZag Bracelet (Nov. 3), Home Exchange Travel (Nov. 3), Self Hypnosis (Nov. 3), Earthenware Vase (Nov. 7), Paint Colors (Nov. 7), Zentangle Reverse (Nov. 8), Core Strength #2 (Nov. 9), Herbal Kitchen Classics (Nov. 9), Pie Crusts (Nov. 17), Meat Balls (Nov. 28). Many computer options. Full descriptions online. Enroll to save spot, confirmation wi l provide info.

Follow @accesscvu on Twitter/ Facebook/Instagram. Many courses at CVUHS in Hinesburg starting soon. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194, cvuweb.cvuhs.org/access.

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BEING IN MOVEMENT: ENHANCING POTENTIAL & EXPRESSION: These monthly workshops facilitate a lively interplay between inner connectivity and outer expressivity to enrich and embody your life and movement practice. OK to attend any or all sessions, even if you missed the first one. Upcoming Sessions: November 4: Solo & Group Improvisation; December 2: Objects: Creating Landscapes. 1st Fri. of each mo., Nov. 4 & Dec. 2, 5:45-7:45 p.m. Cost: $25/session. Location: Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, 153 Main St., Burlington. Info: 652-4548, flynna ts.org. BUILDING BASE: GROUNDING TO GROW — A JUST MOVE! CLASS WITH SAKSHI KEETON: In this improvisational movement

class we will find our base in body and being, ground to grow and expand from there. Recognizing and cultivating our roots in body, in life, in the here and now, is fundamental in personal strength and creativity. Only when we become familiar with our internal home base can we truly fly as individuals. Moving with inspirational music, we will explore and express our relationship to the ground we stand on: shapeshifting, flowing, always returning. Fri., Nov. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $25/person. Location: Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, 153 Main St., Burlington. Info: 652-4548, flynna ts.org. RHYTHM OF LIFE: SENSORYFRIENDLY DRUMMING FOR FAMILIES: VSA Vermont and the Flynn Center present a drumming workshop for families with a child or adult on the autism spectrum. Percussionist Steve Ferraris of Root Drumming Systems will provide instruction and invite exploration of sound and rhythm. Workshops are fun and inclusive, and no music experience is necessary. Special sensory-friendly drums and percussion instruments will be provided. Come enjoy the rhythm of life! Many thanks to the Surdna & Buffum Foundations, the NEA,

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Helen Day Art Center

EXPRESSIONS IN PAINT W/ CLAIRE DESJARDINS: Deepen your understanding of the acrylic medium as you learn innovative mark-making techniques and explore color theory on a large format. All levels welcome. Sat., Nov. 5 & Sun., Nov. 6, 9:30 a.m.3:30 p.m. Cost: $300/person; $275/member. Location: Helen Day Art Center, 90 Pond St., Stowe. Info: 253-8358, educa tion@helenday.com, helenday. com.

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hypnosis HYPNOVATIONS: CLINICAL HYPNOSIS BASIC WORKSHOP: (20 CEUs) Prepares clinicians to immediately begin incorporating hypnosis into their practice. Registration: motivationhypnosis.com/trainingprograms.html. Approved by American Society for Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) for Medical/Mental Health Clinicians such as licensed mental health counselors, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, psychologists, social workers and graduate students. For more information, please contact mturner@ motivationhypnosis. Seats limited; please reserve now! Nov. 4-6. Location: Hampton Inn, 42 Lower Mountain View Dr., Colchester. Info: mturner@ motivationhypnosis.com.

jewelry HOLIDAY JEWELRY GIFT MAKING: Do you love to make gifts for people but just don’t have the tools to do it right? I will teach you basic metalworking skills, and you will leave with a set of forged earrings, pendant and hammered ring. Metal will be provided. Sat., Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $125/5 hours of class time + materials. Location: My studio, address provided

upon registration, S. Burlington. Info: Courtney Reckord Jewelry, Courtney Reckord, 310-7858, cwreckord@gmail.com, courtneyreckord.com.

kids ACCESS CVU EDUCATION: Cake/ Flower Design (Nov. 1), French for Kids (Nov. 2), Soup Challenge (Nov. 2), ZigZag Bracelet (Nov. 3), Home Exchange Travel (Nov. 3), Self Hypnosis (Nov. 3), Earthenware Vase (Nov. 7), Paint Colors (Nov. 7), Zentangle Reverse (Nov. 8), Core Strength #2 (Nov. 9), Herbal Kitchen Classics (Nov. 9), Pie Crusts (Nov. 17), Meat Balls (Nov. 28). Many computer options Full descriptions online. Enroll to save spot, conﬁrmation will provide info. Follow @accesscvu on Twitter/ Facebook/Instagram. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hineburg. Info: 482-7194, cvuweb.cvuhs.org/access.

language LEARN SPANISH & OPEN NEW DOORS: Connect with a new world. We provide high-quality affordable instruction in the Spanish language for adults, students and children. Travelers’ lesson package. Our 10th year. Personal instruction from a native speaker. Small classes, private lessons and online instruction. See our website for complete information or contact us for details. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: 585-1025, spanish paravos@gmail.com, spanishwa terburycenter.com.

martial arts CHANGE YOUR LIFE: Come to Wu Xing Chinese Martial Arts. Join other thoughtful, intelligent adults to learn and practice Tai Chi, kungfu, and Chinese internal and physical exercises. Maximize your mental tranquility and clarity, physical health and ﬁtness, and self-conﬁdence. Our classes are for people who never thought this would be for them. Fri., 6-7 p.m. & 7-8 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-noon & noon-1 p.m.; Tue., 6-7:30 p.m. Cost: $15/1-hour class; $50/mo. (incl. all classes offered); $5/trial class. Location: 303 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: Wu Xing Chinese Martial Arts, 355-1301, info@wxcma.com, wxcma.com. VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is

a Martial Arts Combat style based entirely on leverage and technique. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 thoroughout life. IBJJF & CBJJ Certified Black Belt 6th 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: ° rough the practice of sitting still and following your breath as it goes out and dissolves, you are connecting with your heart. By simply letting yourself be, as you are, you develop genuine sympathy toward yourself. ° e Burlington Shambhala Center offers meditation as a path to discovering gentleness and wisdom. Shambhala Café (meditation and discussions) meets the ﬁrst Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-noon. An open house (intro to the center, short dharma talk and socializing) is held on the third Sunday of each month, noon-2 p.m. Instruction: Sun. mornings, 9 a.m.-noon, or by appt. Sessions: Tue. & ° u., noon-1 p.m., & Mon.-° u., 6-7 p.m. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 658-6795, burlingtonshambhalactr.org. QIQONG: Join us for a rare opportunity to study Qiqong with guest teacher, Beth Latchis. Qiqong cultivates strength of body and calmness of mind through gentle, relaxing exercises that integrate movement, breath, and qi (internal energy) to promote health, longevity and mental clarity. New and experienced practitioners are welcome. Limited space. Sat., Nov. 5, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun., Nov. 6, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Cost: $175/person. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Elizabeth Kanard, 658-6795, ekanard@gmail.com.

movement THE EVERYTHING SPACE: A somatic education and social justice studio curated by Abbi Jaffe and Amanda Franz. Unleash your body’s intelligence and cultivate resilience. Classes include:

Bodies in Wild, Primal Practice, Contemplative Community Building Practices, Contact Improvisation, Authentic Movement, Embodiment Activism and private sessions. Classes are trauma informed. Sliding scale. Everyone is welcome. Many days of the week. Sliding scale $0-20. Location: ° e Everything Space, 64 Main St., 3rd Floor, Montpelier. Info: Abbi Jaffe, 318-3927, abbi.jaffe@ gmail.com, theeverythingspace. com.

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the practice vary across tribes, the healing power of the rattle to connect people to the directions (and their animal spirits), the cycles of seasons, day and night, and plant and animal life is universal. Making a rattle involves creating a sacred physical space that allows us to circle around connecting seemingly opposite poles in powerful ways. Preregistration required. Led by Alicia Daniel. Mon., Nov. 14 & 28 & Dec. 12, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $75/person; incl. cost of materials. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington. Info: 860-6203, jkristel61@hotmail. com, journeyworksvt.com.

PRENATAL METHOD STUDIO: Prenatal and postnatal yoga and barre classes. Yoga for Fertility Class Series. Childbirth Education Series and weekend intensives. Yoga Alliance Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Program. Infant CPR. Empathy circles, infant massage and new mothers’ groups. Supporting women and their partners in the management and journey of pregnancy and childbirth. Every day: lunchtimes, evenings & weekends. Cost: $15/1-hour prenatal or postnatal yoga class. Location: Prenatal Method Studio, 1 Mill St., suite 236, at the Chace Mill, Burlington. Info: 829-0211, beth@ prenatalmethod.com, prenatal method.com.

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DEEP DIVE: EXPERIENCE ANATOMY: “Deep Dive” yoga studies for teachers and practitioners with Kristin Borquist and Heidi Kvasnak: Learn anatomy from the feet to the hips through movement rather than lecture. Feel more conﬁdent when you offer verbal and hands-on assists. Find creative ways to cue your students into alignment and deeper openings. CEU credits available. Sat., Nov. 5, 1:30-4:30pm. Cost: $75/3-hour class. Location: Yoga Roots, 6221 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne. Info: Yoga Roots, Heidi Kvasnak, 9850090, heidi@yogarootsvt.com, yogarootsvt.com.

INNER GUIDANCE: Ever had a gut feeling about something, only to ﬁnd later that it was right on? Insight can come as a nudge, a dream or a quiet voice within you. All are welcome to this afternoon of panels and a workshop on inner guidance. Bring your stories or just your curiosity. Find new ways to connect with your own inner source of truth. Hosted by Eckankar. Sun., Nov. 6, 12:30-3 p.m. Location: Eckankar Center, 95 College St., Burlington. Info: Eckankar of Vermont, 800-772-9390, eck.vermont@gmail.com, eckankar-vt.org.

tai chi SNAKE-STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN: ° e 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: 864-7902, ipfamilytaichi.org.

well-being MAKING A RATTLE: CELEBRATING SPIRIT AND NATURE: Making rattles out of native hide, wood and corn is an ancient practice indigenous to North America. While details of

AYURVEDIC COOKING WEEKEND: We will talk, taste, cook and eat Ayurveda, yoga, local food and what it means to really eat healthy and heal your digestion. Get new recipes and inspiration to cook more and better for your health and your family. Learn the science behind using food as medicine with hands-on experience in the kitchen. Sat., Nov., 12, 1-7 p.m., & Sun., Nov., 13, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $150/workshop. Location: ° e Ayurvedic Center of Vermont, 34 Oak Hill Rd., Williston. Info: Adena Rose Ayurveda, Adena Bright, 735-1225, adena@adenaroseayurveda.com, adenaroseayurveda.com.

EVOLUTION YOGA: Evolution Yoga and Physical ° erapy offers yoga classes for everyone from beginner to expert. Choose from a wide variety of drop-in classes, series and workshops in Vinyasa, Kripalu, Core, Gentle, Vigorous, Yoga on the Lake, Yoga Wall, ° erapeutics, and Alignment. Become part of our yoga community. You are welcome here. Cost: $15/class; $140/10-class card; $5-10/community classes. Location: Evolution Yoga, 20 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: 8649642, evolutionvt.com. HONEST YOGA: Honest yoga offers practices for all levels. We just expanded to have two practice spaces! Your children can practice in one room while you practice in the other. No need for childcare. Yoga and dance classes ages 3 months and up. Brandnew beginners’ course: ° is includes two specialty classes per week for four weeks plus unlimited access to all classes. We

have daily heated and alignment classes kids classes in yoga and dance, pre- and postnatal yoga. We hold yoga teacher trainings at the 200- and 500-hour levels, as well as children and dance teacher training courses. Daily classes & workshops. $50/new student (1 mo. unlimited); $18/ class; $140/10-class card; $15/ class for student or senior; or $110/10-class punch card; $135/ mo. adult memberships; $99/ mo. kid memberships. Location: Honest Yoga Center, 150 Dorset St., Blue Mall, next to Hana, South Burlington. Info: 497-0136, honestyogastudio@gmail.com, honestyogacenter.com. NOON COMMUNITY YOGA CLASSES: We offer three weekly lunchtime Community Yoga classes, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Tue.: Hatha Flow w/ Carolyn Crotty; Wed.: Katonah Yoga w/ Lauren Godes; and ° u.: Hatha Flow w/ Adam Bluestein. Yoga for every body, every level, only $6. Quality, friendly classes in a welcoming, nonintimidating, noncompetitive environment. Come practice with us! weekly ongoing. Cost: $6/1-hour class. Location: South End Studio, Burlington. Info: 540-0044. QUEEN CITY BIKRAM YOGA: All ﬁrst-time students $30 for 30 days! Bikram Yoga $30 for 30 days. Cost: $30/unlimited classes. Location: Queen City Bikram Yoga, 40 San Remo Dr., South Burlington. Info: Queen City Bikram Yoga, Marla Ceppetelli, 578-8437, marla@queencitybik ramyoga.com, queencitybikram yoga.com. RAILYARD YOGA STUDIO: Welcome home to Kundalini Yoga and Dharma Yoga! Intro to Kundalini: ° u., 5:30-7 p.m., with Mansukh Kaur. Clear Subconscious Kundalini yoga: Mon. in Nov., 7:45-9:15 p.m., with Sukhpran Kaur. Life Force Dance: Fri., 5-6 p.m., with Silvia. October deal: $35 unlimited classes! Check our website for details! See schedule online. Location: Railyard Yoga Studio, 270 Battery St., Burlington. Info: Railyard Yoga Studio, 318-6050, railyardyoga@gmail.com, railyardapothecary.com. YOGA ROOTS: Come ﬁnd out how we have created a refreshing take on the “typical yoga studio.” Yoga Roots connects the practice, the people and the possibilities by creating a safe space to learn, nourish and illuminate!. Location: Yoga Roots, 6221 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne. Info: Yoga Roots, Lynn Alpeter, 985-0090, lynn@yogarootsvt. com, yogarootsvt.com.

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sound and music, so he sought out alternative venues. Enter Soundtoys, the Burlington-based software company specializing in creative audio. Soundtoys has been praised for its uncanny ability to simulate a host of vintage analog gear. Owner Ken Bogdanowicz was a fan of Davis’ Champlain series and sought to preserve it. His company has a history of organizing similar events, including showcases at South by Southwest. It has also produced an online video series called “Process,” in which artists such as Tycho and Trent Reznor explain how they used Soundtoys software to further their artistic visions. Davis has a vast catalog of albums under his belt and has been organizing o˜ -the-beaten-path concerts in Burlington since he ﬁrst arrived on the scene in 2004. Noticing a lack of experimental local music, he ﬁlled the void by putting together shows at venues such as Radio Bean, the BCA Center and the Green Door Studio. While he f eels that these concerts were successful, he notes that it was hard to build momentum, given the shows’ sporadic schedules and shifting locations. Starting in 2010, Davis took time o˜ , both from making music and organizing concerts, until he began his residency at Champlain. RETURN SIGNALS

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Season’s bleedings, boils and ghouls! Welcome to the Halloween edition of Soundfrights, hosted, as always, by your friendly neighborhood music scribe/crypt keeper, DAN DISEMBOLLES. Halloween truly brings out the beast in the local music scene. And as our favorite howliday falls on a Moanday this year, we’re tricked and treated to an entire weekend-plus of thrills, chills and — accounting for the likely overindulgence of, say, pregnant nuns, Bad Hombres and nasty HELLARY CLINTONS — spills. Also, bad horror puns. Spooooooky! There is an overabundance of musical creature features on tap between now and All Hallows’ Eve. So, as has become tradition, I will act as your spirit guide through some of the more frightfully fun shows. Also tradition: I’ll offer up some costume ideas so that you, unlike a certain local music critic, won’t have to go dressed as TEEN WOLF for the ninth year in a row. We begin our descent into madness — where else? — underground. Specificall , at the basement freakeasy known as Signal Kitchen, where former Queen City glitter-pop regents AND THE KIDS deadline a two-night stand this Thirstday and Frightday, October 27 and 28. Local audiences should be familiar with the Northampton, Mass., trio by now, either from their short stint living in Burlington or from their frequent appearances here in recent years. The band’s latest record, Friends Share Lovers, concerns a phenomenon known all too well in Burlington’s shallow dating pool: the complications that arise when your friend dates your ex … and then you hack

them to pieces with a rusty meat cleaver. (Only half of that sentence is actually true.) Also on the bill both nights are upstate New York art rockers PALM and Amherst, Mass., lo-fi popster MAL DEVISA. Adding local support Thursday is avant-pop oddball JOEY PIZZA SLICE. Friday it’s “foxy-folk” songwriter ABBIE MORIN. (Costume suggestion: The creepy blond kids from Village of Doom Service the Damned. Or a slice of pizza.) Musically, Halloween means one thing: Local bands covering and dressing up as other bands. That time-honored tradition holds true this year. At Burlington watering hole Finnigan’s Pub on Friday, local “Scooby Doom” metal band DOOM SERVICE — who practically celebrate Halloween year-round as it is — host A Very Doomer Halloween. DS will be appearing as emo icons SAVES THE DAY. The CRIMSON SPACE GHOSTS will inhabit the MISFITS. Rounding out the bill are LIMP DISKETTE — presumably a DJ spinning LIMP BIZKIT tunes, which is, in fact, absolutely fucking terrifying. (Costume suggestion: The SCOOBY-DOO gang. Or a chinstrapclad bro who listens to Limp Bizkit.) Also Friday, local psychedelic prog-hoppers BINGER and groove mavens SQUIMLEY AND THE WOOLENS level up at Radio Bean in Burlington for Binger & Squimley: A Nintendo Halloween! The gist here is that the two genre-hopping crews will recreate the themes from your favorite NES games. Face-melting jams — and high scores — ensue. (Costume suggestion: Obviously, anything Nintendo works — MARIO, LUIGI, LINK, LITTLE MAC, etc. For a diffe ent angle, try COREY WOODS, FRED SAVAGE’s Power Glove-clad character from the

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music Return Signals « P.72 Years of experience led Davis to a crystal-clear vision for Signals. First, he knew that the concerts needed to be part of an officia series, occurring regularly in the same place. He also knew that the performances needed to be free. Davis notes that, in his experience, people are more likely to dive into the unknown if there isn’t a financial investment. He also wanted to highlight just one artist per performance, so as not to dilute the experience or force listeners to sit through multiple artists performing music to which they may not have the most positive reaction. “Last year during the series, people were very engaged,” he explains. “There was a spectrum, [from] people who were interested in this music and know a lot about it to people who have never heard anything like it before but were excited about it. And there were probably people who hated it, too, and that’s fin . That’s part of it.” Another key component held over from his run at Champlain is the question-and-answer period that follows each performance. This is meant to be informative but also to break down the barrier between the audience and performers who may be seen as mysterious or unapproachable because of the kind of music they make. The artists will primarily be performing avant-garde electronic music, though some may also incorporate other organic sounds. Many of the performers create music that involves psychoacoustic phenomena, which is defined by physiological and psychological responses to the transference of physical sound waves to neural pathways. The performances diverge from the typical concert experience in other ways. They’ll be more like recitals — seated and with no alcohol or other refreshments served. While attendees can certainly expect to be entertained, Davis feels that it’s necessary to strip away some of the social aspects of live performance to put the focus solely on the music: “Music often gets tied in with lots of other aspects of life: drinking, entertainment, all that,” he says. In an effort to expand the audience for Signals, audio from each performance will be recorded, then archived and streamed online. “When [I was] programming the series with Soundtoys, we had talked a lot about producing content and trying to think about ways that we can share it beyond Burlington,” says Davis. The series begins this Saturday, October 29, with perhaps the most

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challenging artist currently slated to appear: Jean-Sébastien Truchy. The Montréal-based composer creates music that ranges from disquieting to full-blown terrifying — perfect for Halloween weekend. Truchy’s music operates somewhat like a musical collage. The individual elements — modular synths, static zips and zaps, neoclassical piano, and Truchy’s overdriven, nightmarish vocals — are strung together in a way that’s disorienting and unfamiliar. Truchy just released a new album, the dizzying Transmission in an Expanse of Firelight, Hear Me! Visual artist Guillaume Vallée will accompany Truchy with specially designed visuals combining digital and analog projections. Next up in the series: Norm Chambers, who currently lives in Seattle and records under a few different names, most notably Panabrite. However, in 2011, Chambers released an album, Science of the Sea, under the pseudonym Jürgen Müller. Creating an elaborate backstory, he painted himself as a salty marine biologist experimenting with electronic composition on a houseboat in the 1980s. As Panabrite, Chambers creates warm, layered synthscapes that often tread on New Age and cinematic territory. In fact, he composed the score for Graphic Means, a forthcoming documentary about pre-digital graphic design and layout. Chambers performs on Saturday, December 3. The third installment of Signals features another Canadian artist, Vancouver’s Sarah Davachi. A classically trained pianist, Davachi began branching out and experimenting with original composition in her late teens, often figh ing her Western musical indoctrination. Her music is sometimes categorized as drone. On her latest release, Dominions, she takes a musical concept, such as a tone or a chord, and stretches it to nearinfinite proportions. As the tracks build and variations are added, they reach tremulous peaks and climaxes. Davachi will perform in February 2017. The fina three performances of the series will be scheduled soon. Signals promises to be an engaging, educational and unfamiliar experience. If you go with an open mind, you’ll likely leave with an enlightened one. m

INFO Signals kicks off on Saturday, October 29, 7 p.m., at the Hood Plant in Burlington. Free. AA. autumnrecords.net; jstruchy.bandcamp. com; panabrite.bandcamp.com; sarahdavachi.com

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In non-Halloween news, the Pine Street studio formerly known as RIVEN Studio — which was formerly known as the Sink, which was formerly known as Fort Sheen — shall henceforth be known as Silence & Sound. So it is written. So it shall be. To christen the newly rechristened space, on Friday, October 28, local experimental composer MATT HASTINGS (ex-VEDORA) presents a nifty avant-garde showcase featuring his project, VER SACRUM,

that the show is the ﬁrst in what he hopes will become an ongoing series that he’s dubbing the South End Experimental Music Series. Yeah, yeah. Kinda dull name. But the acronym is subtly cool. Hastings explains that he drew inspiration for SEEMS from GREG DAVIS’ experimental series, Signals, which, funny enough, also kicks o… this weekend — see page 72. “One thing I really liked about Greg Davis’ late series at Champlain College was the opportunity to hear artists talk about how they arrived at their current work, their creative path and how it ﬁts into the broader context of the music world,” writes Hastings. “Too often I feel experimental/out-there music is presented without any context for the listeners, something that I think deepens the listening experience. Kudos to Greg for making that series happen, and for giving me a template to work towards.” Kudos, indeed.

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show is composed of three acts. The first features the local short-form improv team NAPOLEON improvising a Clue-like murder mystery based on audience suggestions. Act 2 finds the UNMENTIONABLES, VCC’s long-form improv troupe, improvising an episode of the smash Netflix series “Stranger Things.” The evening concludes with some dark improv. Literally. The show features THEA LEWIS, of Queen City Ghostwalk fame. Lewis will o…er a frightful story about Burlington, after which the house lights will go out and a select group of local allstar improvisers will bring her ghoulish tale to life — and you’ll die laughing. In fact, this might be the one time when a comedian “killing” is a bad thing. (Costume suggestion: Clue characters! WADSWORTH, PROFESSOR PLUM, MISS SCARLETT, YVETTE, etc.) If you’ve still got energy after an overlong weekend of dancing with the DEVIL, dance with Burlington’s hottest cumbia band, MAL MAIZ. They’ll throw down at Radio Bean on Halloween proper. Bonus: The best costume wins a free Mal Maiz T-shirt. (Costume suggestion: Anything you can throw together after four nights of partying.)

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1989 movie/Nintendo commercial The Wizard.) Moving on, things really get fiery on Saturday, October 29. At Foam Brewers on the Burlington waterfront, timetraveling disco kings the MEDALLIONS — who are definitely not MADAILA — host A Halloween A…air with locals TAR IGUANA and J BENGOY. Judging from the show’s Facebook event page, the Medallions will deck out in GHOSTBUSTERS garb, which hopefully means they’ll be covering RAY PARKER JR.’s theme song from the original 1984 film — and not, for the love of all things unholy, the FALL OUT BOY version from the recent remake. (Costume suggestion: Madaila.) Meanwhile, up the hill at the Fright Club Lamp Shop, local art rockers SWALE get their BLACK SABBATH on as BLACK SWALETH. The band will cover Sabbath’s seminal 1970 album, Paranoid. And yes, even in costume, I’m still related to Swale bassist TYLER BOLLES. (Costume suggestion: A headless bat.) Do you know what’s better than one local band covering Sabbath? Two! Two local bands covering Sabbath! Ah ha ha! (Yup. That’s a reference to the COUNT from “Sesame Street,” yo.) That same night — probably around the same time, even — at the Monkey Shines House in Winooski, local stoner metal heads VULTURES OF CULT will appear as SABBATH OF CULT. Also on the bill are ROUGH FRANCISas-LOS SAICOS tribute band ASPEROS SAICOS and local punks ELLEN DEGENERATES. (Costume suggestion: DEATH. No, not the band. The GRIM REAPER.) Speaking of the Sabbath, on Sunday, October 30 — aka All Hallows’ Eve Eve — the Vermont Comedy Club hosts a triple feature of monstrous improv dubbed Stranger Sunday Halloween Improv Spectacular. The

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CLUB METRONOME: The Halloween Throwdown featuring DJ Ross, Doctor Rick, CoolTable Gang, S.I.N.siZZle (rock, hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5/10. 18+.

BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: James Harvey (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. CLUB METRONOME: Latin Friday Night (salsa), 9 p.m., $5. ’90s Night featuring Fattie B, 11 p.m., $5.

THE DAILY PLANET: Paul Asbell & Clyde Stats (jazz), 8 p.m., free.

FINNIGAN’S PUB: A Very Doomer Halloween with Doom Service, The Crimson Spaceghosts, Limp Diskette (emo, punk, covers), 9 p.m., free.

HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: The Green Mountain B ys (bluegrass), 7 p.m., free. DJ Learic (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. JP’S PUB: Pub Quiz with Dave, 7 p.m., free. Karaoke with Melody, 10 p.m., free.

HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: D Jay Baron Presents (house), 4 p.m., free. Devon McGarry (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free. 2Kdeep Presents Good Times (house, techno), 10 p.m., free.

JUNIPER: The Blue Gardenia (jazz), 9 p.m., free. LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: George Petit Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free.

JUNIPER: The High Break (surf), 9 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: The Mixer: Improvised Dance and Music, 6 p.m., free. Tiffany Pfeiffer & the Discarnate Band (jazz), 9 p.m., free. Taka (vinyl DJ), 11 p.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Myra Flynn and Paul Boffa (neo soul), 9 p.m., free. Film Night: Indie, Abstract, Avant Garde, 10 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Vinyl Night with DJ Disco Phantom (vinyl DJs), 6 p.m., free. Drunk & in the Woods, Locals & Company (soul, funk), 9:30 p.m., free/$5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: Remember Yourself Tour (indie), 7 p.m., free. Hart Bothwell (rock), 9 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: Funkwagon (funk, gospel), 6 p.m., free. DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., free.

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SIDEBAR: Ethan Snyder Presents (jazz), 7 p.m., free. DJ Fatty Shay and Friends (mashup), 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Josh Panda’s Acoustic Soul Night, 8 p.m., $5-10 donation. THE TAP ROOM AT SWITCHBACK BREWING: Open Mic, 6 p.m., free. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Semifinal , 7 p.m., $15.

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THE SKINNY PANCAKE (MONTPELIER): Cajun Jam with Jay Ekis, Lee Blackwell, Alec Ellsworth & Katie Trautz, 6 p.m., $5-10 donation. SWEET MELISSA’S: Wine Down with D. Davis (acoustic), 5 p.m., free. UMLAUT (rock), 8 p.m., free. WHAMMY BAR: Open Mic Songwriting Competition, 7 p.m., free.

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to ROYAL CANOE. They’re full of fresh ideas. In anticipation of their latest album, Something Got Lost Between Here and the Orbit, the group arranged to do musical “house calls” for fans in their hometown of Winnipeg, Man. Hitting 20 homes in one night, the guys hopped on their bikes and hand-delivered copies of their new album, taking just enough time to listen to the fir t track with their groupies before heading off to the next party. Something is bursting with artful pop inf luenced by hip-hop, jazz and R&B. Royal Canoe hit the stage on Sunday, October 30, at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington, with support from HOW SAD and RICKY EAT ACID. PIECASSO PIZZERIA & LOUNGE: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

CHURCH & MAIN: Cody Sargent Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., free.

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CLUB METRONOME: Jiggawaltz, Space Carnival (funk, rock), 9 p.m., free/$5. 18+.

CORK WINE BAR & MARKET (WATERBURY): Myra Flynn (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m.

THE DAILY PLANET: The Hot Pickin’ Party (bluegrass), 8 p.m., free.

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DRINK: BLiNDoG Records Acoustic Sessions, 5 p.m., free.

CITY LIMITS: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.

FINNIGAN’S PUB: Craig Mitchell (funk), 10 p.m., free.

HATCH 31: Bristol Folk Session, 6 p.m., free.

HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: Half & Half Comedy (standup comedy), 8 p.m., free. DJ Disco Phantom (eclectic dance), 10:30 p.m., free.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN LOUNGE & STAGE: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free. Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., free.

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NAKED TURTLE: Jay Lesage (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., free. OLIVE RIDLEY’S: So You Want to Be a DJ?, 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Bow Tha er (folk-rock), 7:30 p.m., free.

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ARTSRIOT: Sound Affects: A Community Event (hip-hop), 8:30 p.m., $5/10.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Ousmane, 7 p.m., free. Tristan Eckerson (electronic), 10 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Nemes (rock), 10 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Trivia Mania, 7 p.m., free. Bluegrass Bastards, Pinedrop, 9:30 p.m., $2/5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: J. Alan Schneider (folk), 7 p.m., free. Shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. Professor Caffeine & the Insecurities (rock), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: The Wreck (rock), 6 p.m., free. D Jay Baron (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Cre8, 10 p.m., free. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB & WHISKEY ROOM: DJ Kermit (top 40), 10 p.m., free.

SIDEBAR: Josh Dobbs Presents: SideBar All-Stars 3rd Edition, 10 p.m., free. SIGNAL KITCHEN: And the Kids, PALM, Mal Devisa, Joey Pizza Slice (indie rock), 8:30 p.m., $15. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Matt Townsend & the Wild Lights (folk), 8 p.m., free.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Italian Session (traditional), 6 p.m., free. LA PUERTA NEGRA: FLYNN (neo soul), 9 p.m., $6. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (MONTPELIER): Al Teodosio and Friends (jazz), 6 p.m., free.

SPEAKING VOLUMES: Free Pizza, Really Big Pinecone, Sugar Pill, the Divided Self (rock, pop, experimental), 8 p.m., $5.

SWEET MELISSA’S: BYOV Thursday , 3 p.m., free. Dale Cavanaugh (rock), 8 p.m., donation.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Short Jam (improv), 6:30 p.m., free. Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Semifinal , 7 p.m., $15.

WHAMMY BAR: Donna Joerg (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free.

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MOOGS PLACE: Open Mic, 8 p.m., free.

BACKSTAGE PUB: Trivia, 9:30 p.m., free.

HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Railroad Earth, Ghost of Paul Revere (country), 8 p.m., $25. HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Langhorne Slim & the Law, SUSTO (folk, soul), 8 p.m., $15/17.

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CITY LIMITS: Throttle Thursday with DJ Gold, 9 p.m., free. TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: DJ Stevie B (dance party), 9 p.m., free.

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MONKEY HOUSE: La Tragédie (rock), 8:30 p.m., $3/8. 18+.

MONOPOLE: As If (‘90s tribute), 10 p.m., free.

OAK45: Me & You (Americana), 8 p.m., free.

NAKED TURTLE: Turtle Thursday with 95 riple X (pop), 9 p.m., NA.

PENALTY BOX: Karaoke, 8 p.m., free. SUGAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL: Country DJ, 9 p.m., free.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Karaoke with DJ Jon Berry, 9 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Kelly Ravin (folk), 7:30 p.m., free.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: The Red Newts (country, blues), 10 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., free. Revibe, Grundlefunk, Cosmosis Jones (live electronica), 9 p.m., $7/10. RADIO BEAN: Friday Morning Sing-Along with Linda Bassick & Friends (kids’ music), 11 a.m., free. Matt Townsend (folk), 7 p.m., free. Nemes (rock), 10 p.m., free. Binger & Squimley: A Nintendo Halloween (jam), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: Cats Under the Stars (Jerry Garcia tribute), 7 p.m., $5. Craig Mitchell (house), 11 p.m., $5. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: D Jay Baron (house), 9 p.m., $5. RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB & WHISKEY ROOM: Supersounds DJ (top 40), 10 p.m., free. RUBEN JAMES: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 10 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Comedy Showcase, 7 p.m., free. DJ Rekkon (mashup), 10 p.m., free. SIGNAL KITCHEN: And the Kids, PALM, Mal Devisa, Abbie Morin (indie rock), 8:30 p.m., $15. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): John Daly (acoustic punk), 7 p.m., free. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Vermont’s Funniest Comedian: Finals, 7 p.m., $20.

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Smooth Antics, Haley Fenn and Gaby Hernandez all provide vocals. Local computer-music maker Brendan M. Fay adds piano. Longtime collaborator Brian Raymond plays synth. Even though the EP is brief, the songs feel more fully realized than much of Travis’ catalog. His and Heaghney’s limited-edition All

Gifted/Trouble EP, released earlier this year, hints at this progression. Travis works out of left field. But the hip-hop production on American Dream comes remarkably close to familiar, at least beat-wise. His flourishes and embellishments remain experimental. His sounds are often obscured with filters and e˛ ects, making it di˝ cult to tell which are synthetic and which are organic. On the opening track, “American Dream,” Dean and Heaghney trade o˛ on lead as cascades of guttural, alienlike sounds slide and bend around them as if surrounded by a collection of warped Zube Tubes. Dean continues to flow in full e˛ ect on “Coulda Been,” wherein she delineates a laundry list of woulda-coulda-shouldas. The standout track is “Dandelion Crown.” Brisk hi-hats punctuate Heaghney’s languid vocals, which

gently roll over Raymond’s wobbly synth work. Dean jumps back in with another urgent freestyle assault. “Five Gardens,” the EP’s closing track, doesn’t fit with the other three, yet it doesn’t feel tacked on. It has no beats nor vocals and prominently features Fay’s emotionally charged piano work. The track is essentially jazz and makes for a sparse, powerful closer. As Travis continues to grow, he’ll likely produce more thought-provoking works like the ones housed in American Dream. If the true American dream is still defined by working hard to achieve your goals and reach fulfillment, then Travis is well on his way to dreamland. American Dream is available on Soundcloud. SnakeFoot plays a DJ set on Friday, October 28, at the S.P.A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington. Billy Dean & the Honor Roll also perform.

the EP imparts. Jamison immediately grasps the listener by the hand like a dear friend and pulls them close. He intends a kind of lyrical telepathy, and he certainly does create synesthesia. The EP is an impressionistic collection of small experiences connected by a philosophy that resembles millennial transcendentalism. Love scenes are described with a mature and feminist understanding against a backdrop of New England woodland towns.

Delicate classical arrangements demonstrate a desire to further the evolution of the genre. Jamison deftly fingerpicks intricate folk melodies on guitar. Various string instruments fill the sonic field with accompaniment inspired by synth textures. Drum progressions are energetic and unexpectedly evocative of dance and R&B. Vocal melodies and harmonies allude to choral aspirations. Jamison seems to be one of those characters who is constantly conducting unheard symphonies in his mind. His compositions move with confidence and purpose. The EP flows in a thoughtful order. Each song has its own distinct qualities, yet they’re all framed similarly. “Dallas Love Field” begins the EP with a celebration of romance amid a swell of warm chords. Bursts of bowed string phrases dance across the track, evoking the nervous excitement that bubbles at the sight of a lover. “Real Peach” feels like a contra dance followed by a campfire sing-along.

The title track is a highly visual and metaphorical telling of watching a storm rage from a safe vantage point. Cymbals crash as lighting in a gale of haunting vocal harmonies against a wall of uplifting and jovial guitar. “Through a Glass” begins with a beautiful classical introduction and shifts into a driving ballad with a bit of an alt-country sensibility. Jamison closes the EP with “No One Told Me.” “No one told me the ways of the world, how could they? / They are sundry and immense,” he sings. Over a swirl of strings and brushed snare percussion, Jamison spins a story about seeing oneself through the eyes of another. Like his best work, it’s a relatable reﬂection. The Rains by Henry Jamison is available for purchase through all major online distribution sites, including iTunes, Apple Music, Tidal and Google Play.

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Given that it’s election season, it’s timely that Burlington’s Ross Travis, aka SnakeFoot, has titled his new foursong EP American Dream.. The concept invariably comes up in speeches and debates, but what exactly is the American dream in 2016? It’s a subject of heated discussion, and many believe that it no longer exists. Perhaps Travis and his associates aren’t attempting to answer that question, but rather are reveling in the self-satisfaction of coming together to do what they love. That’s a dream in and of itself. American Dream showcases Travis’ growth as a producer, as well as contributions from many of his associates. Billy Dean of Billy Dean & the Honor Roll, Steph Heaghney of

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TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Halloween Bash with Discolicious (disco covers), 9 p.m., $3.

MON.31 // HELADO NEGRO [ELECTRONIC, LATIN]

MONKEY HOUSE: DJ Disco Phantom and Friends (eclectic dance), 9:30 p.m., free/$5. 18+.

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OAK45: FLYNN (neo soul), 9 p.m., free.

JASPER’S TAVERN: DJ Loud (dance party), 9 p.m., free.

ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Halloween Party with Pleasuredome (rock), 9:30 p.m., free.

PARKER PIE CO.: Shatterbox (hard rock), 8 p.m., free.

outside vermont

PARK PLACE TAVERN: Wild Fire (rock), 9:30 p.m., free.

MONOPOLE: Halloween Party with Revibe (live electronica), 10 p.m., free.

SUGAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL: Shake My Nerves (rock), 9 p.m., free.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Halloween Bash with Glass Onion (rock), 10 p.m., free.

WATERWORKS FOOD + DRINK: Jenni Johnson (jazz), 9:30 p.m., $5.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Squirrel’s Crackers (country), 6 p.m., free.

ESPRESSO BUENO: Bueno Comedy Showcase (standup), 8:30 p.m., $6. LA PUERTA NEGRA: Joe Moore (jazz), 6:30 p.m., free. Jazzyaoke (live jazz karaoke), 7:30 p.m., $5. Dave Porcello Popup Dance Party (hits), 10 p.m., free. POSITIVE PIE (MONTPELIER): Electrolads (electronic), 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (MONTPELIER): AliT (singersongwriter), 6 p.m., free. SWEET MELISSA’S: Honky Tonk Happy Hour with Mark LeGrand, 5:30 p.m., donation. WHAMMY BAR: VT Bluegrass Pioneers, 7 p.m., free.

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51 MAIN AT THE BRIDGE: Anthony Santor Jazz Group, 8 p.m., free. CITY LIMITS: Halloween Weekend Bash with Amanda Rock (rock), 9 p.m., free.

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TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: ’80s Night with DJ Blinie, 9 p.m., free.

northeast kingdom JASPER’S TAVERN: Halloween Party with the Aardvark (rock), 9:30 p.m., $5. PARKER PIE CO.: NEKaraoke, 7:30 p.m., free.

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CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Abby Jenne & the Hard Livers (soul-rock), 6 p.m., free. Casio Bastard with Special Guests (funk), 9 p.m., free.

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HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: DJ Samuel (house, pop), 10 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: Mi Yard Reggae Night with DJs Big Dog and Jahson, 9:30 p.m., $3. THE OLDE NORTHENDER PUB: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free.

Tinsel Town Though it may be tempting to burn all of your festive Halloween energy over the weekend,

you’d be wise to save some of it for HELADO NEGRO. Crafting electronic pop in both English and Spanish, Brooklynite Roberto Carlos Lange brands himself with the motto “Young, Latin & Proud.” Onstage, he accompanies himself with “tinsel mammals,” dancers dressed in intricately constructed, f ull-body tinsel-and-light costumes. The shimmery beasts undulate along to the music in a carefully choreographed dance, making his performances not just ear candy but eye candy. Treat yourself to Helado Negro on Halloween, Monday, October 31, at the Light Club Lamp Shop in Burlington.

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MONOPOLE: Space Carnival, Jiggawaltz (slippery disco), 10 p.m., free. MONOPOLE DOWNSTAIRS: Happy Hour Tunes & Trivia with Gary Peacock, 5 p.m., free. OLIVE RIDLEY’S: All Request Night with DJ Skippy (hits), 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Woolen Mill Comedy Club, 8 p.m., free.

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ARTSRIOT: Spooky Lounge featuring Loupo, Mhon Griot and Melodious Monk, Young Based Josh and Bill$ Clinton, Jugo, ¡DJ Pothead! (hip-hop), 8:45 p.m., $5. BLEU NORTHEAST SEAFOOD: Ted Crosby (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. CLUB METRONOME: Retronome With DJ Fattie B (’80s dance party), 9 p.m., free/$5. FOAM BREWERS: A Halloween Affair with the Medallions, Tar Iguana, J Bengoy (funk, rock), 9:30 p.m., $30.

HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: Mitch Terricciano (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free. Funhouse with DJ Chia and DJ Rob Douglas (house), 10 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): FLYNN (neo soul), 9 p.m., $10.

JP’S PUB: Karaoke with Megan, 10 p.m., free.

VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: wellRED Comedy Tour, 7 & 9:30 p.m., $20/30.

JUNIPER: Thea Wre (jazz), 9 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Jeffrey Martin, Anna Tivel (folk), 8 p.m., free. Black Swaleth (Black Sabbath tribute), 9:30 p.m., free. Taka (vinyl DJ), 11 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: DJ Demus (reggae), 10 p.m., free. NECTAR’S: John Daly Trio (folk), 7 p.m., free. Wild Adriatic, Armies (rock, Led Zeppelin covers), 9 p.m., $7. RADIO BEAN: Joel Thetford and Joe Gallant (country), 9 p.m., free. Terror Ball!, 10 p.m., free. Barbacoa (surf), 11 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: The ricksters (rock), 7 p.m., $5. Mashtodon (hip-hop), 11 p.m., $5. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Raul, 6 p.m., $5. DJ Reign One (EDM), 11 p.m., $5. RUBEN JAMES: Craig Mitchell (house), 10 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Gordon Goldsmith (folk), 7 p.m., free. DJ Dave Villa (mashup), 10 p.m., free.

SMITTY’S PUB: Cooper & Lavoie (blues, rock), 8 p.m., free.

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SUGAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL: Justice (rock covers), 9 p.m., free. DJ Steve B (top 40), 9:30 p.m., free.

barre/montpelier

BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Irish Session, 2 p.m., donation.

BACKSTAGE PUB: High Definitio (covers), 9:30 p.m., free.

CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Zombie Prom with DJ Disco Phantom (eclectic dance), 10 p.m., free.

HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Toots & the Maytals, Leba (ska), 8:30 p.m., $26/29.

LA PUERTA NEGRA: Dia de los Muertos Celebration with Mal Maiz (cumbia), 9 p.m., free.

HIGHER GROUND: Dark Circus Masquerade Ball, 9 p.m., $15/$20.

SWEET MELISSA’S: Andy Pitt (folk), 6 p.m., donation. Guano Loco Halloween Bash (rock), 9:30 p.m., $5.

MONKEY HOUSE: Aspero Saicos, Vultures of Cult, Ellen Degenerates (surf, rock), 9 p.m., $5/10. 18+. OAK45: Heloise and the Savoir Faire (pop), 9 p.m., free. ON TAP BAR & GRILL: McKenzie, Wilmott & Slim (blues), 5 p.m., free. Halloween Party with Locals & Company (rock), 9:30 p.m., free. PARK PLACE TAVERN: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., free. Halloween Party (DJ dance party), 9:30 p.m., free. STONE CORRAL BREWERY: South Town Bluegrass, 7 p.m., free.

WHAMMY BAR: Ron Sweet (Americana), 7 p.m., free.

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MOOGS PLACE: Willie Edwards Blues Band (blues-rock), 9 p.m., free.

middlebury area

51 MAIN AT THE BRIDGE: Root 7 (a cappella), 7 p.m., free. CITY LIMITS: Halloween Weekend Bash with DJ Earl (dance party), 9 p.m., free. HATCH 31: Halloween Bash with DJ Mixwell (dance party), 7 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: Maple Street Six (jazz), 1 p.m., free. Nico Padden (folk), 6 p.m., free. Cup of Comedy: A Standup Showcase, 8:30 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: L-Yeah (eclectic), 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Bluegrass Brunch Scramble, noon, $5-10 donation. VERMONT COMEDY CLUB: Scene Jam (improv), 5:30 p.m., free. Stranger Sunday: Halloween Improv Spectacular, 7 p.m., $5.

chittenden county HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Henry Rollins (spoken word), 8 p.m., $27/30.

HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Royal Canoe, How Sad, Ricky Eat Acid (indie), 8 p.m., $10/12. MONKEY HOUSE: Funkwagon, Tyler Pearce Project (funk), 8:30 p.m., $3/8. 18+. PENALTY BOX: Trivia With a Twist, 4 p.m., free. SUGAR HOUSE BAR & GRILL: Vermont’s Next Star (open mic), 8 p.m., free.

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ: Jennings & McComber (indie-folk), 11 a.m., free. CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Harvest Party with Some Hollow (Americana), 3 p.m., free. SWEET MELISSA’S: Kelly Ravin (country), 6:30 p.m., donation. Live Band Karaoke, 8:30 p.m., donation.

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MOOGS PLACE: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 7 p.m., free.

CLUB METRONOME: A Very Metal Halloween featuring ShitKill, Amadis, Hellascope (metal), 9 p.m., $3/5. 18+.

PHAT KAT’S TAVERN: Jay Natola (solo guitar), 9 p.m., free.

HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: Family Night (open jam), 10:30 p.m., free.

MONOPOLE: Pixies Tribute, 10 p.m., free.

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JP’S PUB: Dance Video Request Night with Melody, 10 p.m., free.

LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Lamp Shop Lit Club (open reading), 8 p.m., free. Helado Negro (electronic, Latin), 9 p.m., $10. DJ Taka (vinyl DJ), 11 p.m., free.

JP’S PUB: Open Mic with Kyle, 9 p.m., free.

RADIO BEAN: Navytrain (rock), 9 p.m., free. Latin Sessions with Mal Maiz (cumbia), 9:30 p.m., free. RED SQUARE: Funkwagon (funk, gospel), 7 p.m., free. Mashtodon (hip-hop), 8 p.m., free. SIDEBAR: Photoreceptor (indie), 8 p.m., free. Blackout Barbie & SVPPLY (mashup), 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Comedy & Crêpes (standup), 7 p.m., free.

chittenden county BACKSTAGE PUB: Open Mic, 9:30 p.m., free.

MONKEY HOUSE: Kelly Ravin (country), 4 p.m., free.

barre/montpelier

CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: ‚ e Tsunamibots, Let’s Go (surf, punk), 9 p.m., free.

chittenden county HIGHER GROUND BALLROOM: Joshua Radin, Good Old War (rock), 7:30 p.m., $20/23.

HIGHER GROUND SHOWCASE LOUNGE: Advance Music SingerSongwriter Contest: Finals, 7 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.

setting up shop in the Queen City for a four-night residency in November. With effortless style and pizzazz to spare, Dee puts a modern spin on classic, Stax-era soul,

velvet voice and charisma are sure to break all hearts in his vicinity. The residency kicks off on Wednesday, November 2, at the Light Club Lamp Shop in Burlington, and continues on November 9, 16 and 30. NECTAR’S: Vinyl Night with DJ Disco Phantom (vinyl DJs), 6 p.m., free. Ween Wednesday featuring Tar Iguana, Jiggawaltz (Ween tribute), 9:30 p.m., $3/5. 18+. RADIO BEAN: Ensemble V (jazz), 7 p.m., free. Eric Sommer (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m., free. ‚ e Big Lonesome (indie rock), 11:30 p.m., free.

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CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS: Godfather Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., free. LA PUERTA NEGRA: Salsa Lessons with Dsantos, 6:30 p.m., $12. SWEET MELISSA’S: Open Mic, 7 p.m., donation.

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TWO BROTHERS TAVERN LOUNGE & STAGE: Karaoke with Roots Entertainment, 9 p.m., free.

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RED SQUARE: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., free.

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HALFLOUNGE SPEAKEASY: Pop Rap Dance Party, 10 p.m., free. JP’S PUB: Pub Quiz with Dave, 7 p.m., free. Karaoke with Melody, 10 p.m., free. LIGHT CLUB LAMP SHOP: Jesse Dee Residency (soul), 9:30 p.m., free. Film Night: Indie, Abstract, Avant Garde, 10 p.m., free. MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 9 p.m., free.

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THE SKINNY PANCAKE (BURLINGTON): Josh Panda’s Acoustic Soul Night, 8 p.m., $5-10 donation.

WHAMMY BAR: Open Mic, 7 p.m., free.

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PIECASSO PIZZERIA & LOUNGE: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

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CITY LIMITS: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free. HATCH 31: Bristol Folk Session, 6 p.m., free. TWO BROTHERS TAVERN LOUNGE & STAGE: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free. Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., free.

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ON TAP BAR & GRILL: Riley and Friends (rock), 7 p.m., free.

THE SKINNY PANCAKE (MONTPELIER): Cajun Jam with Jay Ekis, Lee Blackwell, Alec Ellsworth & Katie Trautz, 6 p.m., $5-10 donation. SWEET MELISSA’S: Wine Down with D. Davis (acoustic), 5 p.m., free.

OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

PARKER PIE CO.: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

NAKED TURTLE: Jay Lesage (acoustic), 5:30 p.m., free. OLIVE RIDLEY’S: So You Want to Be a DJ?, 10 p.m., free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE (HANOVER): Bow ‚ ayer (folk-rock), 7:30 p.m., free.

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JUNIPER: Trivia Night, 7 p.m., free.

MANHATTAN PIZZA & PUB: Karaoke, 9 p.m., free.

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51 MAIN AT THE BRIDGE, 51 Main St., Middlebury, 3888209 BAR ANTIDOTE, 35C Green St., Vergennes, 877-2555 CITY LIMITS, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919 HATCH 31, 31 Main St., Bristol, 453-2774 TOURTERELLE, 3629 Ethan Allen Hwy., New Haven, 453-6309 TWO BROTHERS TAVERN LOUNGE & STAGE, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002

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HOP’N MOOSE BREWERY CO., 41 Center St., Rutland 775-7063 PICKLE BARREL NIGHTCLUB, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035

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BAYSIDE PAVILION, 15 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909 CHOW! BELLA, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405 SNOW SHOE LODGE & PUB, 13 Main St., Montgomery Center, 326-4456

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BREAKING GROUNDS, 245 Main St., Bethel, 392-4222

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BIG JAY TAVERN, 3709 Mountain Rd., Montgomery, 326-6688 COLATINA EXIT, 164 Main St., Bradford, 222-9008 JASPER’S TAVERN, 71 Seymour La., Newport, 334-2224 MARTELL’S AT THE FOX, 87 Edwards Rd., Jeffersonville, 644-5060 MUSIC BOX, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533 PARKER PIE CO., 161 County Rd., West Glover, 525-3366 PHAT KATS TAVERN, 101 Depot St., Lyndonville, 626-3064 THE PUB OUTBACK, 482 Vt. 114, East Burke, 626-1188 THE STAGE, 45 Broad St., Lyndonville, 427-3344 TAMARACK GRILL, 223 Shelburne Lodge Rd., East Burke, 626-7390

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BAGITOS BAGEL AND BURRITO CAFÉ, 28 Main St., Montpelier, 229-9212 CAPITAL GROUNDS CAFÉ, 27 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800 CHARLIE-O’S WORLD FAMOUS, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820 ESPRESSO BUENO, 248 N. Main St., Barre, 479-0896 GUSTO’S, 28 Prospect St., Barre, 476-7919 KISMET, 52 State St., Montpelier, 223-8646 LA PUERTA NEGRA, 44 Main St., Montpelier, 613-3172 MULLIGAN’S IRISH PUB, 9 Maple Ave., Barre, 479-5545 NORTH BRANCH CAFÉ, 41 State St., Montpelier, 552-8105 POSITIVE PIE, 20 State St., Montpelier, 229-0453 RED HEN BAKERY + CAFÉ, 961 US Route 2, Middlesex, 223-5200 THE SKINNY PANCAKE, 89 Main St., Montpelier, 262-2253 SWEET MELISSA’S, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 225-6012 THREE BEAN CAFÉ, 22 Pleasant St., Randolph, 728-3533 WHAMMY BAR, 31 W. County Rd., Calais, 229-4329

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n a recent Sunday, Erika Senf t Miller rose from a bare plywood bench in the Karma Bird House Gallery to address 150 people packed into the small room. She thanked them f or coming, then introduced the perf ormance they were about to witness, saying something to the e˜ ect of , “Even I don’t know what’s about to happen.” Strange, given that she had organized it. Shortly after, Senft Miller led a snaking crowd out of the gallery, around to the back of the building and into the massive salt shed owned and operated by Vermont Railway. Senft Miller, like her work, thrives in a place of transition: liminal (or borderline) space. It’s a concept for which she’s long had a fondness, one that permeates her work and attitude toward life. The perf ormance she’d orchestrated for this particular evening, “White Noise Now Presents: Salt,” made use of the vacuous, concrete and corrugated tin building — and the veritable mountain of coarse salt it houses. In an attempt to summarize the evening, you might say various things: It involved choreographed movers employing a variety of props including shovels, wheelbarrows, a television and translucent dresses; Craig Winslow’s light stylings bound together performers and audience members in electric beams; sound designer Miles Dean created a sonic landscape that transported the entire a˜ air into a dreamworld. But that would be just a summary, when Senft Miller’s work can’t be summarized — it has to be experienced. It’s neither dance nor theater. It’s sitespeciﬁc performance art. And while her work is largely collaborative, it succeeds because of her particular talent for amplifying the e˜ orts of her fellow artists. Originally f rom Marktoberdor f, Germany, Senf t Miller has moved 17 times, gathering degrees in communications and physical therapy and a doctorate in dance education along the way. She’s worked as a dance educator, most recently at Saint Michael’s College, and her personal work has been picking up steam in the past year. In addition to “Salt,” Senf t Miller organized a grandiose, and incredibly well attended, performance at the Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center

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during this year’s South End Art Hop. An installation of photography, video and artif acts f rom that event was included in Burlington City Arts’ annual show “Of Land & Local” this fall at the Shelburne Farms Coach Barn. Seven Days sat down to talk with the artist about the origins of “Salt,” liminality and space. SEVEN DAYS: Your website says it’s hard for you to describe what you do. But I’m going to ask you anyway. In your art, what do you do? ERIKA SENFT MILLER: I create immersive experiences f or both audiences and perf ormers to experience a certain space [such as the salt shed or the Community Sailing Center] in their everyday surroundings in a di˜ erent way. It allows f or a shif t out of the habitual. The o˛ cial title would be “site-specific performances.” And I’m really passionate about the definition of site-specific, because I think there’s a lot of art out there that’s taken out of the theater and gallery into a site. To me, that’s not sitespecific. It’s just taking art to a di˜ erent stage. For me, it’s really having the site inspire —˝guide — the experience. SD: Are there any experiences you can recall —õnes you did not manufacture — where you had that sensation? Where you were able to communicate with a site in the way that you’re trying to get your sites to communicate with the audience? ESM: Yesterday I was up on Mount Mansfield for a short hike, looking at the ski trails and thinking, This is my practice in the winter. It’s completely immersive. And in the summer, it’s paddleboarding on the lake. And to me, those activities have taken the place of being in the studio and doing dance work. It’s completely immersing myself in the environments, having this back-and-forth, this dialogue, this call-and-response between the immediate environment and myself . That’s how I am [when] I’m outside, whether it’s on skis, on the paddleboard, taking a walk, hiking.

IT’S COMPLETELY IMMERSING MYSELF IN THE ENVIRONMENTS, HAVING THIS BACK-AND-FORTH,

THIS CALL-ANDRESPONSE BETWEEN THE IMMEDIATE ENVIRONMENT AND MYSELF. E RI KA S E N FT M I L L E R

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SD: How did your recent performance, “Salt,” come about? What inspired it? ESM: Well, there are two layers. The fir t one is that I was on an artists’ retreat in Napa last summer [with] Craig Winslow, and we started playing around with what it looks like to project on moving pieces. I had arbitrarily packed these white stretch bags, so one evening I [put one on], and he started projecting on the stretch bag and I was playing around, making shapes. I couldn’t see anything but the light, so it was this duet between the rhythm of the lights and changing shapes, not thinking about me as a body, but as a moving projection surface. [Then] we started going crazy with what else can we project on … and I also invited [sound artist] Miles [Dean]. We were developing the concept and thinking about space [over Skype], and I would look outside my offic studio window [in the Karma Bird House]. I was always mesmerized by the salt shed and the rock pile in f ront of it. So I approached Vermont Railway, and they graciously allowed me to do this. I feel so much respect for that

Performers during Erika Senft Miller’s recent performance in the salt shed

place and the people who run the whole operation. It’s unbelievable. SD: You talk a lot about the concept of liminality in your work. Because this is an abstract concept, I’m hoping you can provide a verbal illustration. Where do you experience liminality; where do you see it? Where do those moments pop up where you’re like, Oh, that’s what this is? ESM: I think it’s everywhere. It’s the process of change. So a very concrete image would be an estuary, where you have f reshwater and saltwater all together; it could go either way. In terms of the manmade world, I’m always interested in how builders and designers navigate the space between the sheetrock and the floo . You can either do it really mindf ully or just piece it together. And that’s where the breaking points are, too, the weakest points. I think we see that with our coastlines. There’s a lot of erosion, and if you’re not mindful, it can be a big mess, but there’s also this huge amount of possibility. m

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ISLAND ARTS CALL TO ARTISTS: Artists interested in a monthlong exhibition at the gallery during 2017 are invited to submit an artist statement and/or bio, mediums used and two to fi e high-resolution digital images of works. Submissions should be emailed to maryjomccarthy@gmail.com. Deadline: October 31. Island Arts South Hero Gallery, Through October 31. Info, ma yjomccarthy@ gmail.com. ‘IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS’: Seeking photography of life’s “little” moments for an upcoming exhibition to be juried by Denise Letendre Bach, Lowell Snowdon Klock and Norma Montaigne. Submission details are available at cmacvt.org. Deadline: December 2. Compass Music and Arts Center, Brandon. Info, 247-4295. JEWELERS AND FUNCTIONAL ARTISTS: Seeking work by local artists and artisans for the upcoming holiday season. Interested artists should email photos of work and/or a link to their website to thebuzz@thehivevt.com. Deadline: December 1. The Hi e, Middlesex. Info, 595-4866. MEMBERS ART SHOW: Artist members are invited to submit up to two works for this annual exhibition starting December 2. All artwork must have been completed within the last two years and be ready to hang. Diptychs and triptychs may not be submitted as single pieces. For details and to submit, visit helenday.com. Deadline: November 11. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe. Info, gallery@helenday. com.

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STEVE SHARON: Paintings by the local artist. November 1-December 31. Info, 859-9222. Th Gallery at Main Street Landing in Burlington.

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Burlington-St. Albans hub of the statewide art organization shows new works by members. Reception: Friday, November 4, 5-8 p.m. November 1-30. Info, 859-9222. Art’s Alive Gallery @ Main Street Landing’s Union Station in Burlington.

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of works by the Randolph-based weaver and fiber a tist. Reception: Saturday, October 29, 5-7 p.m. Artist talk: 5:30 p.m. October 26-November 26. Info, 767-9670. BigTown Gallery in Rochester.

ART EVENTS TALK: BRITTANY POWELL: The California documentary photographer discusses “The Debt Project,” a multimedia investigation into debt after the Great Recession. Stearns Cinema, Johnson State College, Wednesday, October 26, 9-11 a.m. Info, 635-1664. TALK: ‘EDWARD HOPPER’S TUNNEL OF LOVE’: Stanford professor Alexander Nemerov speaks about the artist’s 1939 painting “Bridle Path,” which explores love, war and the war of love. Fleming Museum of Art, University of Vermont, Burlington, Friday, October 28, 6 p.m. Info, 656-0750. TALK: JULIA GRUEN: The director of the Keith Haring Foundation speaks with curators Emmie Donadio and Chris Murray in conjunction with the exhibition “Post Pop: Prints of Keith Haring.” Middlebury College Museum of Art, Friday, October 28, 12:15 p.m. Info, 443-3168. TALK: ‘PROUD TO SERVE: PORTRAITS OF LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER VETERANS’: Austin photographer Jo Ann Santangelo discusses her project documenting veterans who served during the U.S. military’s controversial “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” period. Bentley Hall, Johnson State College, Tuesday, November 1, 6-7:15 p.m. Info, 635-1408. TALK: RONA YEFMAN: The Israeli-born, New York City-based artist discusses how her work explores issues of identity by collaborating with individuals who have formed a radical persona that evokes the iconic and the absurd of our time. Twilight Auditorium, Middlebury College, Tuesday, November 1, 4:30 p.m. Info, 443-3168. TALK: ‘THE CENTRALITY OF THE MARGINS’: Rutgers University professor emeritus and outsider art scholar Charles Russell places the work of self-taught artists Bill Traylor, Henry Darger and James Castle within the context of their lives and public reception of their art. Fleming Museum of Art, University of Vermont, Burlington, Wednesday, November 2, noon. Info, 656-0750. ART EVENTS

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WINTER DANCE GALA: Seeking original choreography for dance event at Lost Nation Theater on Februa y 3 and 4. Submissions should include choreographer name, contact information, bio, title, short description and video sample of of piece, list of dancers and a link to past works. Also include a statement of willingness to share event administrative tasks. For details and to submit, email hannasatt@gmail.com. Deadline: November 18, 6 p.m. Lost Nation Theate , Montpelier. Info, hannasatt@gmail.com.

paintings on canvas of buildings and houses of Burlington’s neighborhoods. Reception: Thursda , October 27, 5-8 p.m. October 27-December 2. Info, 864-5884. Karma Bird House Gallery in Burlington.

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VERMONT CHORAL UNION LOGO DESIGN CONTEST: The chorus seeks a new logo t celebrate its first 50 ears. The winnin entry will receive $250 and credit on concert programs and publications. A full creative brief is located at goo.gl/hzetmy. Email questions and submissions to logodesign@vtchoralunion.org. Deadline: October 31. Vermont Choral Union, Colchester. Info, 660-4601.

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University of Vermont studio art major. Reception: Friday, November 4, 6:30-8 p.m. November 1-December 31. Info, 865-6227. Uncommon Grounds Coffee and Tea in Burlington.

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Gowri Savoor During her 15-week residency at the Champlain College MakerLab this past spring,

the Vermont artist worked to “explore the line between permanence and the ephemeral” through experimentation with the lab’s 3D-printing equipment. “Peripheral Vision,” now on view at the Champlain College Art Gallery, presents the results of these particular pursuits. The works on view merge painting and sculpture with Savoor’s study of Indian rangoli painting, in which colorf ul, geometric designs are created on the f loor using such elements as rice or dyed

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TALK: ‘THE SHEPARD’S VIEW: MODERN PHOTOGRAPHS FROM AN ANCIENT LANDSCAPE’: Shepard, photographer and Twitter celebrity James Rebanks speaks about his new book documenting his pastoral lifestyle. Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms, Wednesday, November 2, 6:30 p.m. $15. Info, 985-8686.

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ART HOP GROUP SHOW: An exhibition featuring works by more than 30 local artists. Through November 30. Info, 651-9692. VCAM Studio in Burlington.

Janie Cohen, director of the Fleming Museum of Art, and Sara Katz, assistant director of Burlington City Arts. Through N vember 26. Info, 652-4510. Amy E. Tarrant Gallery in Burlington.

THE ART HOP WINNERS’ CIRCLE: Selected works highlight winners John Douglas, Larry Bissonnette, Cara Lai FitzGibbon and People’s Choice winner Robert Gold. Through N vember 30. Info, 859-9222. SEABA Center in Burlington.

EBEN MARKOWSKI: “Gravity,” a life-size steel sculpture of a female Asian elephant inspired by the tragedy of the global ivory trade. Through Decembe 10. Info, cthompson@champlain.edu. GOWRI SAVOOR: “Peripheral Vision,” paintings and 3D-printed sculptures inspired by the elaborate geometric designs of the ancient Indian art of Rangoli. Throug November 5. Info, cthompson@champlain.edu. Champlain College Art Gallery in Burlington.

‘THE ART OF HORROR’: The eighth annual exhibi tion featuring 84 artworks by more than 40 New England artists, guest curated by Beth Robinson and Sarah Vogelsang-Card. Through October 31. Info, 578-2512. The S. .A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington.

‘ACROSS THE LAKE’: An exhibition of works by alumni of Plattsburgh State University. Through November 29. Info, 922-3915. RL Photo in Burlington.

ASPEN MAYS: “Pyrite Sun,” an exhibition of works by the San Francisco-based photographer. Through October 28. Info, 656-2014. Francis Colburn Gallery, University of Vermont, in Burlington.

‘ART EDUCATORS UNITE 2016’: An exhibition of 18 Vermont art teachers who support each other in their personal art making. Through October 29. Info, dorseyhogg@gmail.com. Info, 363-4746. Flynndog in Burlington.

DICK BRUNELLE: New abstract watercolor paintings. Through October 31. Info, 658-3074. Mirabelles Café in Burlington.

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‘GROWING FOOD, GROWING COMMUNITY’: An exhibition showcasing images from VCGN’s Community Teaching Garden taken by Dan Daniel and Cristina Clarimon-Alinder. Through October 31. Info, 861-4769. Vermont Community Garden Network in Burlington. INNOVATION CENTER EXHIBITION: Works curated by SEABA in a variety of mediums. First floor: Ke ley Taft, Kristen Watson, Littlest Penguin Photography, Rae Harrell, Robert Gold and Stephen Zeigfinger; second floor: Amanda ella, Janet Bonneau, John

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Metruk, Marilyn Barry and Pete Boardman; third floor: Donna Biste , Gaal Shepherd, Nicole Colella, SRMPhotography and Terry L. Mercy. Through November 30. Info, 859-9222. The Inn vation Center of Vermont in Burlington. JANET MCKENZIE: “Honoring Eadie and Chuck Templin: The A t of Janet McKenzie,” a solo exhibition of the Vermont artist’s original paintings that celebrate the bond between women, the Madonna and Child, and the iconic individual. Through November 6. Info, 864-0471. The Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Burlington. KATIE LOESEL: Works on paper that use abstraction, color and layering to explore ideas of geological history, microscopic surfaces and rocky formations. Through October 31. Info, 859-9222. The Ga lery at Main Street Landing in Burlington. MARC FONTAINE: “45 Years Later,” an exhibition of photos taken in France, which represent the artist’s return to photography. Wednesdays. Info, 540-8333. Sequoia Salon in Burlington. MARILYN RUSECKAS: “Life’s Natural Perspective,” new pastels by the Warren artist. Through October 31. Info, 863-6458. Frog Hollow Vermont Craft Gallery in Burlington. MIMI MAGYAR: “Obsessive Compulsive Dzines,” an exhibition of works in graph paper and ink. Through October 31. Info, 301-938-8981. Revolution Kitchen in Burlington.

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NORTHERN VERMONT ARTIST ASSOCIATION: A group exhibition of works by association members. Through October 31. Info, 859-9222. Union Station in Burlington. ‘OF LAND & LOCAL: WATERSHED’ AT BCA: The fourth iteration of the annual exhibition features new site-specific and place-based works relating to the Vermont landscape, presented by Shelburne Farms and Burlington City Arts. Exhibiting artists include Sean Clute, Cameron Davis, Al Larsen, Rachel Moore, Michael Zebrowski, John Douglas, Casey Blanchard, Galen Cheney, Mark Reamy and Gail Salzman. Through Janua y 14, 2017. Info, 865-7166. BCA Center in Burlington. THE POPPYCLOCK COLLECTIVE: Collaborative mixed-media works by Burlington artists Haley Bishop Rockwood and DeAnna Kerley. Through November 30. Info, 658-6016. Speeder & Earl’s Coffee, Pine Street, in Burlington. ‘SARGENT TO BASQUIAT: UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT ALUMNI COLLECTIONS’: An exhibition of works on loan that span the late 19th to the early 21st centuries and represent some of the most influential s yles of the last 130 years. Through December 16. Info, 656-8582. Fleming Museum of Art, University of Vermont, in Burlington. ‘THE SHE PROJECT, PART I’: Interactive installation by Mary Admasian and Kristen M. Watson, featuring works that honor the art tradition of femmage and explore image, self-worth, sexual power and personal branding in the social-media age. Through October 28. Info, 578-0300. Uni ersity of Vermont Living/Learning Center in Burlington. TESS ELIZABETH HOLBROOK: “Childhood Home,” a collection of oil paintings from a child’s point of view. Through October 31. Info, tiztess@gmail.com. Info, 578-9687. Computers for Change in Burlington. ‘THINK OF OTHERS’: Local artists collaborate with Vermonters for a Just Peace in Palestine/ Israel in bringing to life the poem “Think of Others” by Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish. Artists include Jen Berger, Robert W. Brunelle Jr., Marita Canedo, Gregory Giordano, Betsy Kelly, Delia Robinson and Michelle Sayles. Through October 31. Info, 338-0028. ONE Arts Center in Burlington.

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DOMINIQUE EHRMANN: “Once Upon A Quilt,” an exhibition of 16 quilts by the Québec-based fiber artist. Through October 31. GEORGE SHERWOOD: “Wind, Waves and Light,” an outdoor exhibition of eight large-scale, stainless steel kinetic sculptures. Throug October 31. Info, 985-3346. Shelburne Museum.

‘GRITTY HAVANA’: Alternative black-and-white darkroom photographs of Havana by Jordan Douglas. Through October 31. Info, 336-2126. Sweet Simone’s in Richmond.

‘HAUNTED’: Images from photographers worldwide who responded to the challenge, “What is it that haunts you?” Some images may not be appropriate for children. Thursdays. Info, 777-3686. Darkroom Gallery in Essex Junction.

PATTI BELLE HASTINGS: An exhibition of works that explore drawing as meditation. Through October 31. Info, triumstudio@gmail.com. Info, 324-2240. Living Room: Center of Positivity in Essex Junction.

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‘BIG ART, BOLD VISION’: An exhibition curated by Janet Van Fleet featuring enlargements of works by 16 artists in mall windows. Artists include Rosalind Daniels, Anna Dibble, Janet Fredericks, Jessa Gilbert, Steven P. Goodman, Wendy James, Mark Lorah, Mickey Myers, Maggie Neale, Elizabeth Nelson, Adelaide Murphy Tyrol, Arthur Schaller, Jayne Shoup, David Smith, Kathy Stark and Frank Woods. Through N vember 26. Info, janetvanfleet@fairpoint.net. Info, 229-4151. Berlin Ma l. CHUCK BOHN AND FREDERICK RUDI: “Two Views From Hollister Hill,” landscape paintings. Through November 5. Info, 426-3581. Jaquith Public Library in Marshfield DARYL BURTNETT: “SCARS,” photographs documenting the degradation and repair of a particular highway underpass. Through N vember 20. Info, 224-6878. Local 64 in Montpelier.

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DJ BARRY BENEFIT EXHIBITION: “Get Spooked” features renderings of iconic scary movie characters. Fifty percent of sales will benefit ANEW Place in Burlington. Through October 31. Info, djbarryart@gmail.com. Info, 223-7800. Capitol Grounds Café in Montpelier. ‘FREAKS, RADICALS & HIPPIES: COUNTERCULTURE IN 1970S VERMONT’: An exhibition that explores the influx of people and countercultural ideas to the state, from communes to organic agriculture, progressive politics to health care reform, alternative energy to women’s and gay rights. Through December 30. $5-20. Info, 479-8500. Vermont Heritage Galleries in Barre. GIULIANO CECCHINELLI: “Rock Solid XVI,” a career-spanning exhibition that includes a variety of sculptures, models and sketches by the master sculptor, who was trained in Carrara, Italy, as a young boy. Through N vember 5. PAUL CALTER: Paintings and daily sketches by the Vermont artist. Through N vember 5. SHANNON LEE GILMOUR: “In Our Hands,” a solo exhibition of environmental art and architectural works made using postconsumer plastic. Through N vember 5. Info, 479-7069. Studio Place Arts in Barre. ‘HANDCRAFTED VERMONT’: New handcrafted, intricately detailed furniture from 17 members of the Guild of Vermont Furniture Makers. Through October 28. Info, 828-0749. Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier. HERBERT A. DURFEE JR.: Black-and-white photographs taken in Europe in the early 1950s by the late Burlington physician. Through October 31. Info, 595-4866. The Hi e in Middlesex. IRIS GAGE: Handcrafted botanical art by the apothecary owner. Through December 31. Info, 223-0043. Grian Herbs Apothecary in Montpelier. MICHAEL SMITH: “¿Hungry?” paintings of foods such as Wonderbread, chicken and blueberry pie. Throug November 1. Info, 479-7069. Morse Block Deli in Barre. ‘SHEDDING LIGHT ON THE WORKING FOREST’: An exhibition of paintings by visual artist Kathleen Kolb and poetry by Verandah Porche. Through December 31. Info, 828-0749. Vermont Supreme Court Gallery in Montpelier. ‘SHOW 13’: An exhibition of recent works by the 15 artist members of the collective gallery. Throug November 26. Info, 272-0908. The Front in Montpelier. ‘SYMBOLIC LANDSCAPES’: Oil paintings by Elizabeth Nelson, based on northern New England landscapes and inspired by the ancient Chinese divination text I Ching. Through October 28. Info, 828-5422. Spotlight Gallery in Montpelier.

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‘IN LAYERS: THE ART OF THE EGG’: A group exhibition of 20-plus artists whose works focus on the beauty, biology and essence of eggs. Through October 31. Info, 434-2167. Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington.

tectural clay works by the Essex Junction artist. Reception: Wednesday, October 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Through N vember 27. Info, 985-9511. Rustic Roots in Shelburne.

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‘GROUP OF THREE’: An exhibition of the plein air oil paintings of Barbara Greene and Susan Larkin, and the watercolor paintings of Maurie Harrington. Through N vember 20. Info, 899-3211. Emile A. Gruppe Gallery in Jericho.

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‘FUTURE WAVE’: A group exhibition featuring the work of Robert Bent, Karen Henderson, Madeleine Hopkins, Jane Ann Kantor and Jon Young. Through October 29. Info, 985-3848. Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne.

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ANGUS MCCULLOUGH: “This Was the Future,” a multimedia project incorporating video, writings/ books, drawings and sculptures as dialogue, dealing with the nature of space and time from a personal perspective. Through November 4. Info, bcollier@ smcvt.edu. Info, 654-2536. McCarthy Arts Center Gallery, Saint Michael’s College in Colchester.

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WORKS PROGRESS ADMINISTRATION IN VERMONT: An exhibition of more than 100 New Deal-era artworks bequeathed to the State of Vermont that highlight a moment in American history when the nation sparked relief projects to help create a new economy and recover from the Great Depression. Through N vember 11. Info, 262-6035. T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier.

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‘F/7 PHOTOGRAPHY: SIMPLICITY’: Seven Vermont photographers who meet regularly to share and discuss their work present new images based on the theme of simplicity: Elliot Burg, Annie Tiberio Cameron, Lisa Dimondstein, Julie Parker, Sandra Shenk, John Snell and Rob Spring. Through November 1. DONALD VAN DYKE: “Great Outdoors,” an exhibition of landscapes by the Nantucket painter. Throug November 1. Info, 888-1261. River Arts in Morrisville. GARY ECKHART: “On a Vermont Shelf,” a collection of Vermont-inspired watercolor still-life paintings. Through October 31. Info, 253-1818. Green Mountain Fine Art Gallery in Stowe. GOWRI SAVOOR: “Where Do We Go From Here?” works that explore how humans map, chart and document their environment to better understand the planet and define geographic and cultural identities. Through N vember 19. Info, 635-2727. Red Mill Gallery in Johnson. ‘LAND & LIGHT & WATER & AIR’: Annual juried landscape exhibition featuring more than 100 landscape paintings by New England artists. Throug November 6. HARRY ORLYK: Solo exhibition of landscape oil paintings. Through N vember 6. Info, 644-5100. Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jeffersonville. KENT SHAW: “Retro Looks,” an exhibition of works by the Elmore photographer. Through Janua y 3, 2017. Info, 888-1261. Morrisville Post Office

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MOLLY DAVIES: “Beyond the Far Blue Mountains,” a remastered digital projection of the original 16mm “three-screen fairy tale.” Through N vember 13. PAT STEIR: An exhibition of prints and drawings by the world-renowned New York painter, accompanied by

video of the artist by Molly Davies. Through November 13. SALLY GIL: “Intergalactic Current,” a solo exhibition of collaged paintings by the Brooklyn-based artist, curated by 571 Projects. Through N vember 13. Info, 253-8358. Helen Day Art Center in Stowe.

mad river valley/waterbury BRENDA MYRICK: Watercolors by the Vermont artist. Through October 31. Info, 496-5470. Thre Mountain Café in Waitsfield

JUDY DODDS: A retrospective exhibition featuring works in a variety of mediums, including hand-dyed and woven fabric, appliqué and quilted wall hangings, and hooked rugs by the octogenarian artist. Through December 30. Info, 496-6682. ermont Festival of the Arts Gallery in Waitsfield ‘WHAT HAVE WE DONE?’: Exhibition featuring the work of Crystal Liu, Lauren Matsumoto, Ryan McLennan, Charlotte Potter and Tara Tucker, who each address the precarious relationship between humans and nature. Through October 29. Info, 617-842-3332. Walker Contemporary in Waitsfield ‘WOOD + METAL REIMAGINED’: Exhibition of contemporary wood and metalwork by a selection of central Vermont artists and artisans, including Erich Auer, Ben Cheney, Chris Eaton, Philip Herbison, Bruce MacDonald and Eyrich Stauffer. Through October 29. Info, 244-7801. Axels Gallery & Frame Shop in Waterbury.

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ASHLEY WOLFF: The a tist, author and illustrator displays a series of gouache paintings that combine imagery from the Mexican Day of the Dead, Ukrainian pysanka eggs and rural Vermont. Through N vember 13. Info, 382-9222. Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater in Middlebu y. ‘BLOOM AND DOOM: VISUAL EXPRESSIONS AND REFORM IN VIENNA 1900’: Exhibition of works by Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele and other members of the Viennese Secession, which illuminate how these individuals rejected the traditional academic system and turned to new means of expression. Through December 11. Info, 443-3168. Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College.

CHRIS TRIEBERT: “Geomorph: Things Change and They Change Again,” an exhibition of photographs featuring remnants of Tropical Storm Irene’s aftermath, accompanied by audio and film docu mentation. Through N vember 5. Info, 388-4964. Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury.

STEPHANIE STOUFFER: “The Creati e World of Stephanie Stouffer,” an exhibition featuring works by the successful commercial artist, including paintings and a selection of licensed objects. Through October 29. Info, 247-4295. Compass Music and Arts Center in Brandon.

‘MADONNAS MAKE YOU BRAVE’: A grand-opening exhibition of works by Anne Cady and Pamela Smith. Through N vember 1. Info, 877-2173. Northern Daughters in Vergennes.

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‘OF THE LAND’: A group exhibition of landscapebased works by Tom Dunne, Sabra Field, Gary Hall, Tom Marrinson, Julia Purinton and Jen Violette. Through October 31. Info, 989-7419. Edgewater Gallery on the Green in Middlebury. ‘POST POP: PRINTS OF KEITH HARING’: An exhibition of select, limited-edition prints on loan from the Keith Haring Foundation. Through December 11. Info, 443-3168. Middlebury College Museum of Art. ‘QUAKER MADE: VERMONT FURNITURE, 18201835’: Furniture made by Monkton Quaker Stephen Foster Stevens, exhibited alongside account books, diaries, documents, photographs and other personal ephemera. Through October 30. Info, 877-3406. Rokeby Museum in Ferrisburgh. STEVEN JUPITER: “Communion,” an exhibition of watercolor-based prints loosely inspired by myths, folklore and fairy tales. Through October 31. Info, 917-686-1292. Steven Jupiter Gallery in Middlebury. TIMOTHY HORN: “Here and There,” a solo exhibition of paintings depicting the rural areas of Marin and Sonoma counties near the artist’s California home, as well as scenes from travels around the United States. Through October 31. Info, 458-0098. Edgewater Gallery at Middlebury Falls.

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‘POLITICAL CARTOONS’: An exhibition of historical political cartoons from the collection of John Stewart, alongside modern political cartoons by artist Steven Halford and students from the Center for Cartoon Studies. Through N vember 6. Info, 775-0356. Chaffee Art Center in Rutland.

‘BIRDS ARE DINOSAURS’: An exhibit that traces the evolution of birds from dinosaurs, featuring skeletons, life-size replicas and hands-on activities. Throug October 31. Info, 359-5000. Vermont Institute of Natural Science Nature Center in Quechee. ‘DINOSAUR REVOLUTION’: An interactive maze and hands-on learning experience that investigates all things dinosaur. Through Janua y 1. Info, 649-2200. Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich. GUEST ARTISTS: The ga lery welcomes master knitter Rachel Kahn, illustrator Zoë Tilley Poster, polymer clay jeweler Mindy Jackson-Jefferys and woodworker Detlev Hundsdorfer. Through December 31. Info 235-9429. Collective — the Art of Craft in Woodstock. POLLY FORCIER: “Early American Decoration,” a retrospective exhibition of stenciled and painted objects by the local stenciling expert, including replicas of different types of hand-decorated early American objects. Through October 31. Info, 649-0124. Norwic Historical Society and Community Center. ‘REPRESENTATION MATTERS: CONVERSATIONS ON IDENTITY & COMMUNITY’: A group exhibition of regional artists curated by Laura Di Piazza and Josh Turk honors LGBTQ History Month. Exhibiting artists are: Paedra Bramhall, Rebecca Levi, Rachel Robinson, Mark E. Merrill, Amy Malcolm, Morris Fox, Katherine Finkelstein and Patricia RAIN Gianneschi. Through October 27. Info, 356-2776. Main Street Museum in White River Junction. SCULPTUREFEST 2016: “Grounding” features works by 17 regional artists in this annual outdoor sculpture show. Another portion of the exhibition, on nearby Posner Road, features Judith Wrend and Joseph Chirchirillo, along with more than 20 other sculptors. Through N vember 16. Info, 457-1178. King Farm in Woodstock.

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Every year, the Bryan Memorial Gallery in Jef f erso ville of f ers up a multitude of landscape paintings by New England artists; this year’s selection f eatures more than 100 scenes. Judged by artist Mark

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within the show, f rom Cindy Grif f it s blazing sun setting over hills crunchy with snow to Bruce Conklin’s graphic “High Summer,” speckled with purple and yellow wildf l wers in a sea of green. But witnessing the endless variety of artistic approaches on view may be even more

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delightf ul than the reverie of nature’s changes. Through November 6. Pictured: Sergio Roffio, “Light on the Marsh.”

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f SUE SCHILLER & NANCY WIGHTMAN: “It

Takes Two,” new hand-pulled prints including traditional etchings, collagraphs and 3D multiplate prints. Reception: Friday, November 4, 6-8 p.m. Through N vember 30. Info, 295-5901. Two Rivers Printmaking Studio in White River Junction.

‘THROUGH THE EYES OF LITTLE VILLAGE’: Landscapes of the Upper Valley by members of the artist group Odanaksis (Abenaki term for “little village”): Jo Tate, Susan Rump, Jonathan Rose, Anne Rose, Anne Hartmann, Anne Webster Grant, Helen Elder, Alexandra Corwin, Becky Cook and Gail Barton. Through December 10. Hartland Public Library. TWO RIVERS PRINTMAKING: Hand-pulled prints by studio members that explore ambition and redemption, and the magic and passion of Macbeth and A Christmas Carol. Through December 31. Info, 295-5901. Barrette Center for the Arts in White River Junction. ‘WINNERS AND NOT’: An exhibition hosted by the Bradford Historical Society includes a large display of vintage political posters, buttons and pamphlets from state and federal elections. Through October 31. Info, 222-4423. Bradford Academy.

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BENJAMIN N. BARNES: “New Turf, Old Haunts,” an exhibition of recent paintings depicting scenes of St. Johnsbury. Through N vember 19. Info, 502-748-0158. Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury. CAROLYN MECKLOSKY: “Dream Seeds and Birds Eggs,” new paintings by the Vermont artist. Through N vember 1. Info, 472-9933. 3rd Floor Gallery in Hardwick. THE MANDALA PROJECT: Visionary artwork by the late Martha Stringham Bacon. Through N vember 20. Info, 334-1966. MAC Center for the Arts Gallery in Newport. ‘MIRROR/MIRROR’: An exhibition reflecting upon the looking glass and all that it contains, from telescopes to magic tricks, disco balls to dentistry, fashion to psychotherapy, myth to superstition. Through May 1. Info, 626-4409. The Museum o Everyday Life in Glover. VICTORIA MATHIESEN: Paintings of near and far-away landscapes. Through N vember 7. Info, 525-3366. Parker Pie Co. in West Glover.

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COMMUNITY ART SHOW: Works by local artists including Deb Bump, Sloan Dawson, John Stephen Nicoll, Wendy O’Dette, Susie Peters, Frieda Post, Roberta Streeter, Della Thompson and Debbie Wetzel. Through N vember 11. Info, 869-2960. Main Street Arts in Saxtons River.

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BRENDA GARAND: “Touching at a Distance,” sculptures and paintings made with cold-rolled steel, flood cla , wool from the Johnson Woolen Mills, porcupine quills, walnut ink and black felt paper. Through December 15. Info, 498-8438. White River Gallery at BALE in South Royalton.

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MARIANNE MCCANN: “Facial Recognition,” a selection of acrylic portrait paintings by the Chelsea artist. Through N vember 4. Info, 889-9404. Tunbridge Public Library. ‘TOWARD FORM’: Drawing, painting and collage works by Marcy Hermansader, Rick Skogsberg and Laurie Sverdlove, respectively. Through N vember 19. PETER FRIED AND CELIA REISMAN: “Painting in the Neighborhood,” an exhibition of artworks depicting built landscapes. Through October 31. Info, 767-9670. BigTown Gallery in Rochester.

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‘SLEIGHT OF HAND: CLAY AND PAINT’: Works by Randolph painter Laurie Sverdlove and ceramicists Sarah Heimann, Gail Kendall and Holly Walker. Through N vember 6. Info, 728-9878. Chandler Gallery in Randolph.

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‘SHE PHOTOGRAPHS’: An exhibition featuring 70 works by 30 contemporary women photographers, including Nan Goldin, Catherine Opie, Kiki Smith and Marnie Weber. Through Februa y 19. Info, 514-285-2000. ‘THE BLACK SUN OF MELANCHOLY: MONSTERS OF THE UNCONSCIOUS, FROM GOYA AND BLAKE TO REDON AND MUNCH’: Drawings and lithographs by 16 romantic artists who delved the depths of their imaginations to evoke strong feelings in the beholder. Through December 11. ‘TOULOUSE-LAUTREC ILLUSTRATES THE BELLE ÉPOQUE’: More than 90 prints and posters from the famed artist’s lithographic career. Through October 30. Info, 514-285-2000. JULIE FAVREAU: “SHE CENTURY,” video installation by the Québec artist. Through N vember 13. Info, 514-285-1600. Montréal Museum of Fine Arts. ‘CINÉ SALON AT 20’: An exhibition celebrating 20 years of film screenings and in-person encounters with international and local filmmakers and critics. Two displays include newspaper full-page reproductions and vintage Ciné Salon posters and announcements. Through October 27. Info, 603-640-3252. Howe Library in Hanover, N.H. DIANNE SHULLENBERGER: Through December 31. Info, vtdianne@hotmail.com. Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. GERALD AUTEN AND JOHN KEMP LEE: “Take Home Geometry,” graphite drawings and sculpture by the Vermont artists. Through N vember 11. VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY: A fall juried exhibition featuring works selected by Pittsburgh-based artist Jeanne McGuire. Through N vember 11. Info, 603-448-3117. AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon, N.H. LAETITIA SOULIER: “The Fractal Architectures,” an exhibition of works by the contemporary French photographer. Through December 11. Info, 603-646-2426. Hood Downtown in Hanover, N.H. ‘TRANSFORMING THE HYDE: THE FEIBES & SCHMITT GIFT’: An exhibition featuring works from the newly accessioned 160-piece collection donated by Werner Feibes and the late James Schmitt. The show expands the museum’s focus to include postwar nonobjective and abstract art. Through December 31. Info, 518-7921761. The Hyde Collection in Glens Falls, N.Y. m

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‘MILTON AVERY’S VERMONT’: Works the American modernist created based on his summers spent in southern Vermont during the mid-1930s through the mid-1940s. Through N vember 6. DUANE

‘HARMONIC RESONANCE: RETURN TO THE MYTHIC’: Works by Terry Hauptman and Hugh Joudry. Through December 11. LUIGI LUCIONI: “Within the Birch Grove,” oil paintings and etchings by the late Italian-born artist. Through December 11. Info, 362-1405. Elizabeth de C. Wilson Museum, Southern Vermont Arts Center in Manchester.

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‘LANDSCAPES AFTER RUSKIN: REDEFINING THE SUBLIME’: An exhibition curated by American artist Joel Sternfeld, who uses Victorian scholar John Ruskin’s work as a departure point for contextualizing contemporary renderings of landscapes and nature. Works are by Joseph Beuys, Katherine Bradford, Christo, Gustave Courbet, Naoya Hatakeyama, Anselm Kiefer, Raymond Pettibon, Gerhard Richter, Thomas Ru f, Ai Wei Wei, David Wojnarowicz and more. This show also se ves as the world debut of Sternfeld’s 2016 film London Bridge. Through N vember 27. Info, 952-1056. Hall Art Foundation in Reading.

MICHALS: “Photographs From the Floating World,” an exhibition of vibrant color images. Through October 30. Info, 447-1571. Bennington Museum.

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KAREN GAUDETTE: An exhibition of surreal storybook scratchboard drawings which explore archetypal and mystical imagery. Through October 31. Info, 257-4777. Gallery in the Woods in Brattleboro.

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‘X-RAY VISION: FISH INSIDE OUT’: A traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution featuring 40 large-scale digital prints of X-rays of several species of fish. Through June 1. Info, 748-2372. Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium in St. Johnsbury.

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movies Keeping Up With the Joneses ★★

ere’s something I’ve never understood: Bands don’t make great recordings and then inexplicably release an album with instruments out of tune and lyrics reduced to gibberish. Comics don’t tour for years building a fan base, then unveil a new act composed of racist rants. Why, then, is it so common for directors of fabulous, even timeless, films to follow them with pure crap? I raise the issue because Superbad (2007) is one of my favorite comedies, and it was directed by Greg Mottola. It wasn’t a fluke. He also made 2009’s Adventureland. And Paul (2011). And Clear History (2013). Mottola is a gif ted filmmaker. So, where were those gifts when he was making the decidedly meh, instantly forgettable Keeping Up With the Joneses? A director doesn’t have to make a given picture. An important part of the filmmaking process, in fact, is writing or choosing a worthwhile script. What attracted Mottola to Michael LeSieur’s recycling bin of tired gags and tropes is impossible to imagine. Virtually the only other film LeSieur has written is 2006’s cringeworthy You, Me and Dupree, which one reviewer compared to “romantic

comedies made by the Third Reich” upon its release. Like that comedy, Keeping Up With the Joneses pivots on the ancient premise of a suburban couple’s picture-perf ect existence being turned upside down by a newcomer who proves not to be what they seem. In Dupree, Owen Wilson played a house guest who appalls his hosts with his boorish behavior. In The Joneses, Jon Hamm and Gal Gadot play undercover operatives who masquerade as Tim and Natalie Jones, an ordinary married couple who’ve just moved into a home on a quaint Atlanta cul-de-sac. If this sounds like a blatant rip-o˛ of Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005), that’s because it is. (A moment of silence, please, for Brad and Angelina’s marriage.) Across the street live Je˛ and Karen Ga˛ ney (Zach Galiﬁanakis and Isla Fisher), a walking, talking checklist of suburban clichés. While their kids are away at summer camp, for example, the pair’s idea of getting crazy is binge-watching “The Good Wif e.” Karen has so little going on with Je˛ that she has lots of time to spy on the new neighbors and soon begins to suspect they’re up to something. Je˛ — whom Galiﬁanakis ba-

SUPER-MEH ˜ e stars of Mottola’s dopey, derivative dud frequently look like they’re struggling to remember why they signed on in the ﬁrst place.

sically plays as the Ed Helms role from The Hangover series — just happens to work as an HR drone at a major aeronautics manufacturer or defense contractor or something. All we know for sure is that it’s a place from which enemies of the state might want to steal top-secret ﬁles. Je˛ and Karen, it goes without saying, wind up meddling their way into the middle of Tim and Natalie’s mission. So the audience is treated to action-comedy ﬁrsts such as car chases, shoot-outs and leaps through plate-glass windows. The joke is —˝wait for it — that all the mayhem and terror give the

boring Ga˛ neys a new appreciation for their humdrum lives. I can’t recall a time when so much talent was wasted on such an aggressively mediocre script. On top of the leads, the movie also squanders Matt Walsh, Maribeth Moore and Patton Oswalt. It takes a special kind of writer to put words in mouths like theirs and ensure that what comes out is rarely even remotely funny. Yet, once again, LeSieur gets the job done. The question the viewer’s left with is why a guy as gifted as Greg Mottola didn’t. RI C K KI S O N AK

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American Honey ★★★★★

or the young people in this indie flick, who roam the heartland and live on the margins, music is the closest thing to a religious experience. Their o˙ cial job is selling magazine subscriptions door-to-door; their uno˙ cial one is making a dead-end way of life into a party. When 18-year-old Star (Sasha Lane) first encounters the traveling crew that she will soon join, they’re dancing joyously to Rihanna’s “We Found Love” in a Kmart. Writer-director Andrea Arnold’s f ourth f eature is full of scenes like that, in which cuing up the right song — pop, rock, hip-hop or R&B — transf orms a “hopeless place” into one where someone might, indeed, find love. American Honey, which won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival, is a 163-minute film with a meandering plot and not much resolution. Yet it’s such an absorbing experience — visually, aurally, atmospherically — that viewers who come along f or the road trip may find themselves not minding the lack of destination. Arnold (Fish Tank), who hails f rom the UK, is clearly trying to capture a certain slice of Americana on screen: strip malls, truck stops, trailer parks. That part of the country is often described as having been “left behind,” and it’s hard to imagine a better metaphor for being stuck in the past than selling magazines on people’s doorsteps. (“Does anyone still buy those?” Star asks. “Fuck no,” she’s told.) If Arnold had ponderously underlined

SUMMER LOVIN’ Lane and LaBeouf play lovers who aren’t likely to last in Arnold’s atmospheric road-trip movie.

recurring motif s such as the meth epidemic and the decline of the middle class, the movie might have been a trial to sit through. But she eschews talking points and lets the energy of her young cast —˝mostly unknowns — keep the story buoyant from scene to scene. Sometimes American Honey even plays like a grittier version of Almost Famous. Star is the naïve newcomer to the subculture of magazine crews; Jake (Shia LaBeouf ) is the old hand who takes her under his wing. Their mutual attraction is obvious, but the

imperious Krystal (Riley Keough), who rules the crew with a heavily made-up eagle eye, has claimed Jake for her own. This triangle is the least interesting aspect of the movie, but Lane — a nonprofessional discovered on a beach — makes Star such a force of nature that it’s hard not to root for her. We learn just enough of her backstory to know she has ample reason to leave home, and to regret that choice. She’s reckless and impulsive, yet full of ﬁercely held principles that emerge organically in her actions: argu-

ing with Jake’s sales philosophy, saving a bee from a swimming pool. Arnold keeps us deep in Star’s perspective. She uses insert shots of foliage and insects not to pretty up the movie but to evoke the kind of indelible moments — fleeting combinations of place, time and mood — that stick with us f or a lif etime. Lady Antebellum’s “American Honey” (which inspired the film) is a song about nostalgia, and when it finally plays on the soundtrack, we know an older Star will look back on these moments as defining points in her life. But will she look back f ondly, or with pain? Given the film’s lack of a traditional coming-of -age arc, viewers may wonder if Star’s youthf ul hopes matter. Or will adulthood bleed the exuberance out of her, leaving her like the many tired working people she encounters on her travels? Arnold’s triumph lies in creating a film in which drab, even sordid, settings can give birth to transcendent moments like that Kmart dance, or Star’s exchange of dreams with a weathered trucker as they listen to Bruce Springsteen’s “Dream Baby Dream.” This is no Hollywood musical: When the music stops, everything settles back into drabness or sordidness again. But Star sticks in our heads because she believes in possibility — a brighter, more exciting world lurking just beneath this one, waiting for us to cue up the right song. MARGO T HARRI S O N

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NEW IN THEATERS BOO! A MADEA HALLOWEEN: Tyler Perry returns to his wig and dress to play the irascible title character, who finds herself dealing with a l manner of creeps on an eventful Halloween night in her latest comedy. With Cassi Davis and Patrice Lovely. Perry also directed. (103 min, PG-13. Palace) INFERNO: The saga of The Da Vinci Code continues as “symbologist” Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) find clues to his own missing memories in the works of Dante. Ron Howard directed the globe-trotting thriller based on Dan Brown’s novel. With Felicity Jones and Irrfan Khan. (121 min, PG-13. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy, Welden)

DENIALHHH In this fact-based drama, Rachel Weisz plays a historian who must prove the Holocaust happened in court after a denier (Timothy Spall) sues her for libel. With Tom Wilkinson. Mick Jackson (The Bodyguard) directed. (110 min, PG-13) THE GIRL ON THE TRAINHHH An alcoholic commuter wonders if the solution to a missing persons case lies in her fractured memory in this adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ best-selling thriller. With Emily Blunt, Haley Bennett and Rebecca Ferguson. Tate Taylor (The Hel ) directed. (112 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 10/12)

MISS HOKUSAI: This animated biography of 19th-century Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai, told through the eyes of his daughter, is based on Hinako Sugiura’s manga series. With the voices of Richard Epcar and Erica Lindbeck. Keiichi Hara directed. (93 min, PG-13. Roxy)

NOW PLAYING THE ACCOUNTANTHH1/2 Ben Affleck plays a math savant who cooks books for criminals but finds out his most dangerous client might be a “legitimate” company in this crime drama from director Gavin O’Connor (Warrior). With Anna Kendrick and J.K. Simmons. (128 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 10/19)

THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK — THE TOURING YEARSHHHHH Director Ron Howard assembled this found-footage compilation that chronicles the band’s 250 shows between 1963 and 1966. (99 min, NR; reviewed by R.K. 9/28)

KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESESH1/2 A suburban soccer mom and dad (Zach Galifianakis and Isla Fisher) sample a life of adventure after a sexy spy couple (Jon Hamm and Gal Gadot) moves next door. Greg Mottola (Superbad) directed the action comedy. (101 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 10/26) KEVIN HART: WHAT NOW?HHH In this concert film, the comedian pe forms for a crowd of 50,000 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philly. Halle Berry and Don Cheadle show up. Leslie Small and Tim Story directed. (96 min, R) THE MAGNIFICENT SEVENHH1/2 Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt and Ethan Hawke play three of the gunslingers who team up to save an imperilled village in this remake of the classic western. Antoine Fuqua (The Equalizer) directed. (132 min, PG-13)

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MAX STEELH1/2 In this action flick based on an old Mattel toy line, a teenager (Ben Winchell) teams up with an alien (voice of Josh Brener) to become a superhero. With Maria Bello and Andy Garcia. Stewart Hendler (Sorority Row) directed. (92 min, PG-13)

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MIDDLE SCHOOL: THE WORST YEARS OF MY LIFEHH1/2 A tween (Griffin Gluck) makes a plan to break every one of his school’s rules in this family comedy based on the novel by James Patterson and Vermont writer Chris Tebbetts. With Lauren Graham. Steve Carr (Paul Blart: Mall Cop) directed. (92 min, PG) MISS PEREGRINE’S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDRENHHH A boy discovers a mysterious orphanage full of children possessed of special powers in this fantasy adventure based on Ransom Riggs’ novel and directed by Tim Burton. Eva Green, Asa Butterfield and Samuel L. Jackson star. (127 min, PG-13) NOW PLAYING

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DEEPWATER HORIZONH1/2 Mark Wahlberg plays a worker on the titular drilling rig in this drama that re-creates the worst oil spill in U.S. history. With Kurt Russell and Douglas M. Griffin. Peter Berg (Lone Survivor) directed. (107 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 10/5)

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THE BIRTH OF A NATIONH1/2 Nate Parker directed and stars as preacher Nat Turner in this historical epic about the slave uprising led by the latter in 1831, which won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. With Armie Hammer, Mark Boone Jr. and Colman Domingo. (120 min, R; reviewed by R.K. 10/12)

JACK REACHER: NEVER GO BACKHH1/2 Tom Cruise once again plays Lee Child’s crime-solving ex-military man: This time, hes on the run and investigating a government conspiracy. With Cobie Smulders and Aldis Hodge. Edward Zwick (Pawn Sacrific ) directed. (118 min, PG-13)

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HARRY & SNOWMANHHH1/2 Ron Davis’ documentary tells the story of a Dutch immigrant who saved a plow horse from slaughter and turned him into a champion jumper. (84 min, NR)

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OUIJA: ORIGIN OF EVILHHH1/2 This prequel to horror flick Ouija takes place in 1967 and chronicles what happens when a family of con artists who fake seances gets hold of an all-too-real spirit communication device. With Elizabeth Reaser and Lulu Wilson. Mike Flanagan (Oculus) directed. (99 min, PG-13) QUEEN OF KATWEHHHH Disney’s latest family film te ls the underdog story of teenage Ugandan chess champion Phiona Mutesi. With Madina Nalwanga, Lupita Nyong’o and David Oyelowo. Mira Nair (Monsoon Wedding) directed. (124 min, PG; reviewed by M.H. 10/5) STORKSHHH In a world where storks deliver packages for an internet conglomerate, a bird attempts to revive the outdated practice of delivering a baby to a happy couple. Nicholas Stoller (Neighbors) and Doug Sweetland directed the family animation. (89 min, PG) SULLYHHHHH Tom Hanks plays airline pilot Chesley Sullenberger, who successfully landed his disabled plane in the Hudson River, in this drama about the incident’s aftermath from director Clint Eastwood. With Laura Linney and Aaron Eckhart. (96 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 9/14)

CAPTAIN FANTASTICHHH1/2 The patriarch (Viggo Mortensen) of an unconventional, off-the-grid family is forced by circumstances to introduce his brood to civilization. (118 min, R; reviewed by M.H. 8/3) LIGHTS OUTHHH In this horror flick, a oung woman (Teresa Palmer) grapples with a supernatural entity that seems to be haunting her little brother — but only in the dark. David F. Sandberg directed. (81 min, PG-13) MR. CHURCHHH Eddie Murphy does a noncomedic turn in this drama in which he plays a cook who develops a powerful bond with the daughter of his employer. Bruce Beresford (Driving Miss Daisy) directed. (104 min, PG-13) NERVEHHHH Emma Roberts stars as a teenager playing a high-stakes game of truth or dare with a worldwide online audience in this adaptation of the YA thriller by Jeanne Ryan. (96 min, PG-13; reviewed by R.K. 8/3)

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particular batch must mature for at least three years and may be distilled numerous times. There are currently 20 million barrels of the stuff mellowing in Scottish warehouses. And what do these two scenarios have to do with you? It’s time to tap into resources that you’ve been saving in reserve — that haven’t been ripe or ready until now. Halloween costume suggestions: a woman who’s nine months pregnant; a blooming rose or sunflower; ripe fruit.

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During this Halloween season, you have cosmic permission to be a bigger, bolder and extra-beguiling version of yourself. I trust you will express your deep beauty with precise brilliance and imagine your future with superb panache and wander wherever the hell you feel like wandering. It’s time to be stronger than your fears and wilder than your trivial sins. Halloween costume suggestion: the superhero version of yourself.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19): I invite you to fantasize about what your four greatgrandmothers and four great-grandfathers may have been doing on November 1, 1930. What? You have no idea how to begin? You don’t even know their names? If that’s the case, I hope you’ll remedy your ignorance. Your ability to create the future you want requires you to learn more about where and whom you came from. Halloween costume suggestion: your most interesting ancestor.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Some Brazilians eat the heads of piranhas in the belief that they’re aphrodisiacs. In Zimbabwe, women may make strategic use of baboon urine to enhance their allure. The scientific name for Colombia’s leaf-cutter ant is hormiga culona, translated as “fat-assed ant.” Ingesting the roasted bodies of these critters is thought to boost sexual desire. Since you’re in a phase when tapping into your deepest erotic longings will be healthy and educational, you may want to adopt elements of the aforementioned love drugs to create your Halloween costume. Here are other exotic aphrodisiacs from around the world that you might be inspired by: asparagus, green M&Ms, raw oysters, wild orchids, horny goat weed. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Do you know how to

repair a broken zipper or patch a hole in your bicycle tire? Are you familiar with the art of caulking a bathtub or creating a successful budget? Can you compose a graceful thank-you note,

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In the film Ter-

minator 2, Arnold Schwarzenegger played a benevolent android who traveled here from the future. As a strong, silent action hero, he didn’t need to say much. In fact, he earned $30,000 for every word he uttered. I’m hoping your speech will pack a comparable punch in the coming days. My reading of the astrological omens suggests that your persuasiveness should be at a peak. You’ll have an exceptional ability to say what you mean and mean what you say. Use this superpower with flair and precision! Halloween costume suggestion: ancient Greek orator Demosthenes; Martin Luther King Jr.; Virginia Woolf; Sojourner Truth; rapper MC Lyte; Winston Churchill.

cal conversation.” Or consider this Brazilian proverb: “When life gives you lemons, make caipirinhas.” (Caipirinha is Brazil’s national cocktail.) Suggestion: Play around with these themes to create your Halloween costume.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): All of us are

creators and destroyers. It’s fun and healthy to add fresh elements to our lives, but it’s also crucial to dispose of things that hurt and distort us. Even your body is a hotbed of both activities, constantly killing off old cells and generating new ones. But in my understanding, you are now in a phase when there’s far more creation than destruction. Enjoy the exalted buzz! Halloween costume suggestions: a creator god or goddess, like the Greeks’ Gaia or Prometheus; Rainbow-Snake from the Australian Aborigines; Unkulunkulu from the Zulus; or Coyote, Raven, or Spider Grandmother from indigenous North American tribes.

AQUARIUS

building phase of your cycle. Let’s celebrate! Let’s brainstorm! Are there rituals you can create to stimulate the financial lobes of your imagination, thereby expediting your cash flow? Here are a few ideas: 1. Glue a photo of yourself on a $20 bill. 2. Make a wealth shrine in your home. Stock it with symbols of specific thrills you can buy for yourself when you have more money. 3. Halloween costume suggestions: a giant bar of gold, a banker carrying a briefcase full of big bills, Tony Stark, Lady Mary Crawley, Jay Gatsby, Lara Croft, the Yoruban wealth goddess Ajé.

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In 1938, a chef named Ruth Wakefield dreamed up a brilliant invention: chocolate chip cookies. She sold her recipe to the Nestlé company in return for $1 and a lifetime supply of chocolate. Maybe she was happy with that arrangement, but I think she cheated herself. And so I offer her action as an example of what you should not do. During the next 10 months, I expect you will come up with many useful innovations and intriguing departures from the way things have always been done. Make sure you get full value in return for your gifts! Halloween costume ideas: Thomas Edison, Marie Curie, Hedy Lamarr, Leonardo da Vinci, Temple Grandin, George Washington Carver, Mark Zuckerberg.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I won’t offer you the cliché “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Instead, I’ll provide alternatives. How about this, from the video game Portal 2: “When life gives you lemons, don’t make lemonade. Make life take the lemons back! Get mad! Say, ‘I don’t want your damn lemons!’” Or you could try this version, from my friend Barney: “When life gives you lemons, draw faces on them like Tom Hanks did on his volleyball in the movie Cast Away and engage them in sexy philosophi-

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Speaking on behalf of the cosmic powers, I authorize you to escape dull realities and go rambling through the frontier. Feel free to fantasize twice as hard and wild as you normally do. Avoid literalists and realists who think you should be more like them. This is not a time to fuss over exacting details, but rather to soar above the sober nonsense and see as far as you can. You have permission to exult in the joys of wise innocence. Halloween costume suggestions: bohemian poet, mad scientist, carefree genius, brazen explorer.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It’s the prosperity-

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): At any one time, more than two million frozen human embryos are stored in tissue banks throughout Europe and North America. When the time is right, their owners retrieve them and bring them to term. Thats the first scenario I invite you to use as a metaphor for your life in the coming weeks. Here’s a second scenario: Scotch whisky is a potent mind-altering substance. Any

of cabernet sauvignon, a winemaker needs about 700 grapes. Compare this process with rain-making. When water vapor that’s high in the sky becomes dense enough, it condenses into tiny pearls of liquid called cloud droplets. If the humidity rises even further, a million of these babies might band together to form a single raindrop that falls to Earth. And what does this have to do with your life? I suspect that in the coming weeks, you will have both an affini y and a skill for processes that resemble wine-making and rain-making. You’ll need a lot of raw material and energetic effort to produce a relatively small marvel — but that’s exactly as it should be. Halloween costume suggestion: a raindrop or bottle of wine.

cook a hearty soup from scratch or overcome your pride so as to reconcile with an ally after an argument? These are the kinds of tasks I trust you will focus on in the coming weeks. It’s time to be very practical and concrete. Halloween costume suggestion: Mr. or Ms. Fix-It.

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